Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday May 7, 2022 at Bethel College Mennonite Church

in North Newton, Kansas. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday May 6, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Keith Sprunger 87, died April 24, 2022Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday May 7, 2022 at Bethel College Mennonite Churchin North Newton, Kansas. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday May 6, 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Keith Sprunger  |2022|   

Rhoda Mae Birdwell, 73, passed away on April 21, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born on October 18, 1948 to Harry and Sarah ( Parsons) Atkinson.

Arrangements for a celebration of life are pending at this time.

Rhoda Mae Birdwell, 73, passed away on April 21, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born on October 18, 1948 to Harry and Sarah ( Parsons) Atkinson.Cremation will take place.&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements for a celebration of life are pending at this time.

Rhoda Mae Birdwell  |1948-2022|  

George Alfred Ross, 92, of Hutchinson, died April 24, 2022. He was born March 21, 1930, on the family farm in Jewell County, to Gustav A. and Atta E. (Quick) Ross.

George graduated from Mankato High School in 1947 and attended Hutchinson Community College and Pittsburg State University. He served in the United States Navy from 1948-1952.&nbsp; George worked as a telegraph operator, railroad agent, and automotive technician and instructor. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family. George was a member of 10th&nbsp;Avenue United Methodist Church.

On January 4, 1964, he married Linda K. Long, in Pueblo, CO. She survives.

Also surviving are: his children, Jandrea Blumanhourst (Doug) of Wichita; Ryan Ross (Jennifer) of Olathe; Gary Ross (Cindi Golson) of Wilsonville, AL; grandchildren, Kaylan Edwards (Trevor), Nathan Blumanhourst (Taylor), Alyssa Thornton (Evan), Drew Ross, Graham Ross; great-grandchildren, Emilyn, Michael, Elias, Olivia, Elspeth; sister, Letha Essinger (Don) of Fruitland, ID; and many extended family members.

George was preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers and sisters.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 10th&nbsp;Avenue United Methodist Church, 300 W 10th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Rev. Richard G. Brooks officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Private family burial will be in Lyons Municipal Cemetery.

Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

George Alfred Ross, 92, of Hutchinson, died April 24, 2022. He was born March 21, 1930, on the family farm in Jewell County, to Gustav A. and Atta E. (Quick) Ross.George graduated from Mankato High School in 1947 and attended Hutchinson Community College and Pittsburg State University. He served in the United States Navy from 1948-1952.&nbsp; George worked as a telegraph operator, railroad agent, and automotive technician and instructor. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family. George was a member of 10th&nbsp;Avenue United Methodist Church.On January 4, 1964, he married Linda K. Long, in Pueblo, CO. She survives.Also surviving are: his children, Jandrea Blumanhourst (Doug) of Wichita; Ryan Ross (Jennifer) of Olathe; Gary Ross (Cindi Golson) of Wilsonville, AL; grandchildren, Kaylan Edwards (Trevor), Nathan Blumanhourst (Taylor), Alyssa Thornton (Evan), Drew Ross, Graham Ross; great-grandchildren, Emilyn, Michael, Elias, Olivia, Elspeth; sister, Letha Essinger (Don) of Fruitland, ID; and many extended family members.George was preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers and sisters.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at 10th&nbsp;Avenue United Methodist Church, 300 W 10th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Rev. Richard G. Brooks officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard. Private family burial will be in Lyons Municipal Cemetery.Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

George Alfred Ross  |1930-2022|  

Patricia Jean Kerns, 84, died April 26, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born January 1, 1938, in Hutchinson, to Clarence and Lois (Tracy) Shuman.

Patty graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1956, and later from Salt City Business College. She worked as an office administrator for Rainbow Bakery. Patty was a member of First Southern Baptist Church in Hutchinson and loved to volunteer with the children, which she did for many years.

In 1981 she married Robert Kerns in Hutchinson. He passed away in 2005.

Patty is survived by: children, Steve Turnbull, Sedgwick, Laura Tracy, Hutchinson, Mike Turnbull, Hutchinson; sisters, Barbara Welch, Phyllis Fowler, both of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Nicole Potter, Tadan Turnbull, Serrenity Turnbull, Brandon Turnbull; and great-grandchild, Logan Siebel.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Robert Kerns; sister, Nancy Steele; and brother-in-law, Brad Steele.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time.

Patricia Jean Kerns, 84, died April 26, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born January 1, 1938, in Hutchinson, to Clarence and Lois (Tracy) Shuman.Patty graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1956, and later from Salt City Business College. She worked as an office administrator for Rainbow Bakery. Patty was a member of First Southern Baptist Church in Hutchinson and loved to volunteer with the children, which she did for many years.In 1981 she married Robert Kerns in Hutchinson. He passed away in 2005.Patty is survived by: children, Steve Turnbull, Sedgwick, Laura Tracy, Hutchinson, Mike Turnbull, Hutchinson; sisters, Barbara Welch, Phyllis Fowler, both of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Nicole Potter, Tadan Turnbull, Serrenity Turnbull, Brandon Turnbull; and great-grandchild, Logan Siebel.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Robert Kerns; sister, Nancy Steele; and brother-in-law, Brad Steele.Cremation has taken place and there will be no services at this time.

Patricia Jean Kerns  |1938-2022|  

Katherine Marie Brown, 83, died April 25, 2022, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 21, 1939, in Sharon, the oldest daughter of Lester Eugene and Troye Frances (Hensley) Rose.

Katherine graduated from Whitewater High School in 1956, and Wichita Business College.&nbsp; She enjoyed volunteering in the community, and served on the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and Kansas Cosmosphere’s Board of Directors.&nbsp; Katherine served as secretary and treasurer for T&amp;E Oil Company, Inc., which she owned along with her husband, Shorty.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Katherine was a devoted and loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.&nbsp;

On April 15, 1956, Katherine married her high school sweetheart, Stanley Eugene “Shorty” Brown, in Wichita.&nbsp; He died February 12, 2018, after they shared almost 62 years of marriage.

Katherine is survived by: sons, Kevin Brown (Marina) of Hutchinson, and Kent Brown (Lori) of Wichita; sisters, Barbara Balzer (Keith) of Shawnee, and Connie Bogan (Phil) of Fort Worth, TX; four granddaughters, Kelsey Baker (Brandon) of Wichita, Dr. Aunya Cameron of Leawood, Courtney Scherzer (Nate), and Mischia Kirkpatrick (Sam), all of Fairway, KS; and great-grandchildren, Dune Cameron, Kennedy Baker, Roddie Cameron, Knowles Cameron, Camden Baker, and Finnegan Kirkpatrick.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Brent Eugene Brown.

Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at Whitewater Cemetery, Whitewater, KS.&nbsp; Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Michael Tomson-Degreeff officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church following Katherine’s service.

Katherine Marie Brown, 83, died April 25, 2022, at Hester Care Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 21, 1939, in Sharon, the oldest daughter of Lester Eugene and Troye Frances (Hensley) Rose.Katherine graduated from Whitewater High School in 1956, and Wichita Business College.&nbsp; She enjoyed volunteering in the community, and served on the Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and Kansas Cosmosphere’s Board of Directors.&nbsp; Katherine served as secretary and treasurer for T&amp;E Oil Company, Inc., which she owned along with her husband, Shorty.&nbsp; She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Katherine was a devoted and loving daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister.&nbsp;On April 15, 1956, Katherine married her high school sweetheart, Stanley Eugene “Shorty” Brown, in Wichita.&nbsp; He died February 12, 2018, after they shared almost 62 years of marriage.Katherine is survived by: sons, Kevin Brown (Marina) of Hutchinson, and Kent Brown (Lori) of Wichita; sisters, Barbara Balzer (Keith) of Shawnee, and Connie Bogan (Phil) of Fort Worth, TX; four granddaughters, Kelsey Baker (Brandon) of Wichita, Dr. Aunya Cameron of Leawood, Courtney Scherzer (Nate), and Mischia Kirkpatrick (Sam), all of Fairway, KS; and great-grandchildren, Dune Cameron, Kennedy Baker, Roddie Cameron, Knowles Cameron, Camden Baker, and Finnegan Kirkpatrick.She was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Brent Eugene Brown.Graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at Whitewater Cemetery, Whitewater, KS.&nbsp; Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Michael Tomson-Degreeff officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church following Katherine’s service.

Katherine Marie Brown  |1939-2022|  

Kile Wayne Detwiler, 18, passed away Monday, April 25, 2022 at Sandpiper Bay in Wichita. He was born on February 10, 2004 in Pratt to Joseph "Joe" Robert Millen and Lindsay Ann Detwiler. Kile attended Winfield High School. He enjoyed listening to music, spending time with family and flirting with all the ladies. He was a ladies man. He is survived by his parents, Joe (Jamie) Millen of Winfield and Lindsay Detwiler of Pratt; siblings, Anthony Detwiler of Meade, Ryker Lauritsen and Tayla Lauritsen both of Winfield and Ace Miracle and Chase Miracle both of Pratt; grandparents, Ronald Detwiler and Bob and Cathy Millen all of Pratt; uncle, Chris (Jessica) Detwiler of Pratt; aunt, Adi Millen of Joplin, Missouri; and many others that loved him dearly. Kile is preceded in death by his grandmother, Patricia Ann Detwiler. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration Of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, May 2, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding. Inurnment will follow at a later date at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. The family would like everyone to wear bright colors for the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kile Wayne Detwiler, 18, passed away Monday, April 25, 2022 at Sandpiper Bay in Wichita. He was born on February 10, 2004 in Pratt to Joseph "Joe" Robert Millen and Lindsay Ann Detwiler. Kile attended Winfield High School. He enjoyed listening to music, spending time with family and flirting with all the ladies. He was a ladies man. He is survived by his parents, Joe (Jamie) Millen of Winfield and Lindsay Detwiler of Pratt; siblings, Anthony Detwiler of Meade, Ryker Lauritsen and Tayla Lauritsen both of Winfield and Ace Miracle and Chase Miracle both of Pratt; grandparents, Ronald Detwiler and Bob and Cathy Millen all of Pratt; uncle, Chris (Jessica) Detwiler of Pratt; aunt, Adi Millen of Joplin, Missouri; and many others that loved him dearly. Kile is preceded in death by his grandmother, Patricia Ann Detwiler. Cremation has taken place. A Celebration Of Life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, May 2, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt with Reverend Nicole Schwartz-Eck presiding. Inurnment will follow at a later date at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. The family would like everyone to wear bright colors for the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kile Wayne Detwiler  |2004-2022|  

Gary Hand, age 71, of Colwich, Kansas, passed away in his home on Thursday, April 21st, after an unexpected and rapidly progressing metastatic melanoma diagnosis. Gary was born on February 21st, 1951, to Leo and Dorothy Hand of Wichita.

After Gary graduated from Bishop Carroll Catholic HS, he went on to study for pharmacy school at Newman University before getting accepted into KU School of Pharmacy. After graduation in 1974, Gary worked as a pharmacist for 44 years, most of which was spent as owner of Preston Socora Pharmacy. He was always dedicated to providing top notch service and care for his customers, often going into the store after hours or on the weekends to fill prescriptions.

Gary was married to his wife, Natalie Bartel of North Newton, in June 1990, and they went on to have two children, Jordan and Rachel. Gary entered retirement in 2018 and spent his time with family, grandchildren, and selling Medicare part time with LT Care Solutions. Gary was proceeded in death by his mother Dorothy Hand, father Leo Hand, and brother Michael Hand. He is survived by wife Natalie Hand of Wichita; children Jordan (Riann) Hand and 2 grandchildren of Wichita, Rachel Hand of Wichita; sisters Judy (Bruce) Rozek of Houston, TX, Mary Herridge of Wichita, and Cindy (Dan) Rohr of Sedgwick.

Service will be held at Hope Mennonite Church on April 30th at 1:30pm in Wichita.

Gary Hand, age 71, of Colwich, Kansas, passed away in his home on Thursday, April 21st, after an unexpected and rapidly progressing metastatic melanoma diagnosis. Gary was born on February 21st, 1951, to Leo and Dorothy Hand of Wichita.After Gary graduated from Bishop Carroll Catholic HS, he went on to study for pharmacy school at Newman University before getting accepted into KU School of Pharmacy. After graduation in 1974, Gary worked as a pharmacist for 44 years, most of which was spent as owner of Preston Socora Pharmacy. He was always dedicated to providing top notch service and care for his customers, often going into the store after hours or on the weekends to fill prescriptions.Gary was married to his wife, Natalie Bartel of North Newton, in June 1990, and they went on to have two children, Jordan and Rachel. Gary entered retirement in 2018 and spent his time with family, grandchildren, and selling Medicare part time with LT Care Solutions. Gary was proceeded in death by his mother Dorothy Hand, father Leo Hand, and brother Michael Hand. He is survived by wife Natalie Hand of Wichita; children Jordan (Riann) Hand and 2 grandchildren of Wichita, Rachel Hand of Wichita; sisters Judy (Bruce) Rozek of Houston, TX, Mary Herridge of Wichita, and Cindy (Dan) Rohr of Sedgwick.Service will be held at Hope Mennonite Church on April 30th at 1:30pm in Wichita.

Gary Hand  |1951-2022|  

James Lee Porter, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022. He was born in Newton, August 11, 1977 to Mary Elizabeth&nbsp;(Daniels)&nbsp;Porter&nbsp; and the late Gerald Whisler Junior.&nbsp;&nbsp;He lived in Sedgwick early in life, yet grew up in Valley Center, where he started painting cars in his mom’s garage at age 14.&nbsp; He attended schools in both Sedgwick and Valley Center.

James was the owner of a used car dealership which he ran for almost 20 years.&nbsp; He always had a heart of gold helping the poor, the homeless, and especially economically disadvantaged. He once got a piece of mail by mistake and used it to help reunite two old war buddies from 50 years ago. He was a very talented car painter and mechanic. He was also a very talented and gifted artist. He was an avid pilot with a great love to fly. He also loved antiques. He was very close to his dogs. His absolute greatest love was to be with his children and grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his father, Gerald Whisler Junior and his grandparents Ella Mae Whisler, and Robert and Norma Daniels.

James is survived by his mom, Mary Porter, his adoptive dad, Michael C Porter; his fiance, Madi Hernandez of Wichita; his brother Chris Porter, of Valley Center; his children Ashley, Michael, Elizabeth, Jasmine, and Storm of Wichita; 10 grandchildren; grandfather Gerald L Whisler, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.

A Celebration of life will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

James Lee Porter, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022. He was born in Newton, August 11, 1977 to Mary Elizabeth&nbsp;(Daniels)&nbsp;Porter&nbsp; and the late Gerald Whisler Junior.&nbsp;&nbsp;He lived in Sedgwick early in life, yet grew up in Valley Center, where he started painting cars in his mom’s garage at age 14.&nbsp; He attended schools in both Sedgwick and Valley Center.James was the owner of a used car dealership which he ran for almost 20 years.&nbsp; He always had a heart of gold helping the poor, the homeless, and especially economically disadvantaged. He once got a piece of mail by mistake and used it to help reunite two old war buddies from 50 years ago. He was a very talented car painter and mechanic. He was also a very talented and gifted artist. He was an avid pilot with a great love to fly. He also loved antiques. He was very close to his dogs. His absolute greatest love was to be with his children and grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his father, Gerald Whisler Junior and his grandparents Ella Mae Whisler, and Robert and Norma Daniels.James is survived by his mom, Mary Porter, his adoptive dad, Michael C Porter; his fiance, Madi Hernandez of Wichita; his brother Chris Porter, of Valley Center; his children Ashley, Michael, Elizabeth, Jasmine, and Storm of Wichita; 10 grandchildren; grandfather Gerald L Whisler, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.A Celebration of life will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

James Lee Porter  |1977-2022|  

Michael Kent McMurray, 72, of McPherson, passed away Friday, April 22nd 2022, at his home. Mike was born in McPherson, on July 22, 1949, a son of Mildred "Millie" Louise (Doerksen) and Russell Eugene McMurray. Mike attended and graduated from Canton High School, Canton, Kansas. He then attended Bethany College Lindsborg, until his enlistment into the United States Army. He honorably served in the U.S. Army with the 25th Infantry Division 65th Engineer's Battalion, Company C during the Vietnam War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal W/60 Device, 2 Over-seas Bars, 3 Camp X 120. Michael Kent McMurray was united in marriage to Lori Ann Ediger on February 21, 1976 at McPherson. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. They were blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, Derek and Katie. Through the years Mike worked for American Farm Supply as a Service Technician and then started with N.C.R.A. in 1983 and worked in Maintenance as a Pipefitter, Rigger, and Insulator prior to his retirement in 2011. Mike was a member of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson. Mike enjoyed reading, golfing, spending time with his family especially his grandkids, socializing with his friends, fishing, hunting, and loved a good cocktail. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 46 years, Lori McMurray, of McPherson; his children, Derek McMurray and his wife Mary Shannon, of Kansas City, Missouri and Katie Anderson and husband Travis, of Colorado Springs, Colorado; his brothers, Craig McMurray and wife Frankie, of Indian Wells, California; brother Brent McMurray, of McPherson; and Kelly McMurray, of Los Angeles, California; his brother-in-law, James Ediger of Papillion, Nebraska; his six grandchildren, Sierra Anderson , Cora Anderson, Blake Anderson, Abbigail Anderson, Garrett McMurray and Elliot McMurray; his 1 great-granddaughter, Reyna Parra-Anderson; other relatives and a host of friends. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Millie McMurray. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2nd 2022 at Glidden - Ediger Chapel in McPherson, with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Burial will be in the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with military honors presented by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 and American Legion Post 24 and Mark Casebeer providing Taps. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 24 or the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson in memory of Mike and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Michael Kent McMurray, 72, of McPherson, passed away Friday, April 22nd 2022, at his home. Mike was born in McPherson, on July 22, 1949, a son of Mildred "Millie" Louise (Doerksen) and Russell Eugene McMurray. Mike attended and graduated from Canton High School, Canton, Kansas. He then attended Bethany College Lindsborg, until his enlistment into the United States Army. He honorably served in the U.S. Army with the 25th Infantry Division 65th Engineer's Battalion, Company C during the Vietnam War. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Bronze Star Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal W/60 Device, 2 Over-seas Bars, 3 Camp X 120. Michael Kent McMurray was united in marriage to Lori Ann Ediger on February 21, 1976 at McPherson. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. They were blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, Derek and Katie. Through the years Mike worked for American Farm Supply as a Service Technician and then started with N.C.R.A. in 1983 and worked in Maintenance as a Pipefitter, Rigger, and Insulator prior to his retirement in 2011. Mike was a member of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson. Mike enjoyed reading, golfing, spending time with his family especially his grandkids, socializing with his friends, fishing, hunting, and loved a good cocktail. He is survived by his loving and caring wife of over 46 years, Lori McMurray, of McPherson; his children, Derek McMurray and his wife Mary Shannon, of Kansas City, Missouri and Katie Anderson and husband Travis, of Colorado Springs, Colorado; his brothers, Craig McMurray and wife Frankie, of Indian Wells, California; brother Brent McMurray, of McPherson; and Kelly McMurray, of Los Angeles, California; his brother-in-law, James Ediger of Papillion, Nebraska; his six grandchildren, Sierra Anderson , Cora Anderson, Blake Anderson, Abbigail Anderson, Garrett McMurray and Elliot McMurray; his 1 great-granddaughter, Reyna Parra-Anderson; other relatives and a host of friends. Mike was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Millie McMurray. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2nd 2022 at Glidden - Ediger Chapel in McPherson, with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating. Burial will be in the McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with military honors presented by members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 and American Legion Post 24 and Mark Casebeer providing Taps. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 24 or the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson in memory of Mike and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Michael Kent McMurray  |1949-2022|  

Carol Jean Moulton, 86, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2022 at Bethany Home in Lindsborg. Carol was born November 1, 1935 in Ponca City, OK to the late Alvin R. "Pete" and the late Ruby I. "Inez" (Adams) Schambron. She married C.R Moulton on August 19, 1956 in Marion.

Carol graduated from Marion High School before attending college at St. Mary’s of the Plains in Dodge City. She worked as an LPN at St. Luke Hospital in Marion and at Asbury Hospital in Salina.  Later she worked at McCoy’s Christian Book store. She was an active member of Emmanuel Foursquare Church in Salina, where she enjoyed helping in the kitchen with meals.

Survivors include her husband: C.R. Moulton; daughters: Mary Kersey (Neal) of Bennington; Jane Robertson (Jon) of Salina; and Donna Moulton of Topeka; son: John Moulton (Jean), of Salina; Dana Hill, of Salina, who was like a daughter to her; as well as 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be Wednesday, April 27 from 6-8pm at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 28 at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., Salina, with Pastor Loren Houltberg and Pastor Blaine Herron officiating. Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Carol Jean Moulton, 86, passed away Sunday, April 24, 2022 at Bethany Home in Lindsborg. Carol was born November 1, 1935 in Ponca City, OK to the late Alvin R. "Pete" and the late Ruby I. "Inez" (Adams) Schambron. She married C.R Moulton on August 19, 1956 in Marion.Carol graduated from Marion High School before attending college at St. Mary’s of the Plains in Dodge City. She worked as an LPN at St. Luke Hospital in Marion and at Asbury Hospital in Salina. Later she worked at McCoy’s Christian Book store. She was an active member of Emmanuel Foursquare Church in Salina, where she enjoyed helping in the kitchen with meals.Survivors include her husband: C.R. Moulton; daughters: Mary Kersey (Neal) of Bennington; Jane Robertson (Jon) of Salina; and Donna Moulton of Topeka; son: John Moulton (Jean), of Salina; Dana Hill, of Salina, who was like a daughter to her; as well as 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be Wednesday, April 27 from 6-8pm at Crick-Christians Funeral Home, 103 N. Washington, Lindsborg.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Thursday, April 28 at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., Salina, with Pastor Loren Houltberg and Pastor Blaine Herron officiating. Burial will follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.

Carol Jean Moulton  |1935-2022|  

Virginia E. Roman, 95, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Hospice House. She was born March 17, 1927, in Hutchinson, to Mauro and Pauline Garcia.

Virginia attended schools in Hutchinson, graduating from Hutchinson High School in 1945, and later graduated from Salt City Business College. She worked for various attorney’s in the Hutchinson area before working for and retiring from Continental Telephone Company. After retirement, Virginia worked part-time for First Federal Savings and Loan for 11 years.

On August 16, 1952, she married Joe Angel Roman Jr. He passed away on March 3, 1969. Virginia later married Anselmo Jaramillo on December 2, 1981, they later divorced.

She was an avid KU basketball fan and had special love for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors (and thought Lebron James was a bit overrated). Virginia spent most of her free time enjoying the company of her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Virginia liked to work in her rock garden, Mexican music, singing, dancing, and she loved her dogs.&nbsp;

She is survived by: children, Becky Christman (Doug), Bobby Roman, Kate Schnider (Mike), Ernie Roman (Angie), Patty Ramos (Vince), all of Hutchinson; sister, Irene Anzo, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Abby Church, Jacque Schwartz, Hope Mesa, Melissa Seyam, Andrea Leonard, Joseph Roman, Allison Roman-Herrera, Layne Cryan, Michael Schnider, Ernie Roman, Joe Roman, Arturo Roman, Anthony Ramos; 16 great-grandchildren; five special stepchildren, Chato Jaramillo, Ruben Jaramillo, Micheala Martinez, Ofelia Calvillo, Norma Jarmillo Aleman, all of Carrolton, Texas.

Virginia was preceded in death by: parents; brothers, John Garcia, Morris Garcia, Rudolf Garcia; sisters, Katie Gallardo, Angie Amaro; and great-grandson, Finnley Cryan.

Parish rosary will be 10 am, Friday April 29, 2022, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, with Father Eric Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Thursday with the family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

Virginia E. Roman, 95, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at Hospice House. She was born March 17, 1927, in Hutchinson, to Mauro and Pauline Garcia.Virginia attended schools in Hutchinson, graduating from Hutchinson High School in 1945, and later graduated from Salt City Business College. She worked for various attorney’s in the Hutchinson area before working for and retiring from Continental Telephone Company. After retirement, Virginia worked part-time for First Federal Savings and Loan for 11 years.On August 16, 1952, she married Joe Angel Roman Jr. He passed away on March 3, 1969. Virginia later married Anselmo Jaramillo on December 2, 1981, they later divorced.She was an avid KU basketball fan and had special love for Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors (and thought Lebron James was a bit overrated). Virginia spent most of her free time enjoying the company of her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Virginia liked to work in her rock garden, Mexican music, singing, dancing, and she loved her dogs.&nbsp;She is survived by: children, Becky Christman (Doug), Bobby Roman, Kate Schnider (Mike), Ernie Roman (Angie), Patty Ramos (Vince), all of Hutchinson; sister, Irene Anzo, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Abby Church, Jacque Schwartz, Hope Mesa, Melissa Seyam, Andrea Leonard, Joseph Roman, Allison Roman-Herrera, Layne Cryan, Michael Schnider, Ernie Roman, Joe Roman, Arturo Roman, Anthony Ramos; 16 great-grandchildren; five special stepchildren, Chato Jaramillo, Ruben Jaramillo, Micheala Martinez, Ofelia Calvillo, Norma Jarmillo Aleman, all of Carrolton, Texas.Virginia was preceded in death by: parents; brothers, John Garcia, Morris Garcia, Rudolf Garcia; sisters, Katie Gallardo, Angie Amaro; and great-grandson, Finnley Cryan.Parish rosary will be 10 am, Friday April 29, 2022, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, with Father Eric Weldon officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Thursday with the family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

Virginia E. Roman  |1927-2022|  

Bob’s life began on February 21, 1937, in Marion. He was the son of Godfrey and Mary (Vlk) Jirak. He was baptized at St. John Nepomucene Church by Father John Skelnar. 

Bob attended primary school in Pilsen and served for Father Emil Kapaun in Pilsen. Bob was a 1955 graduate of Lincolnville High School. He served his country in the United States Army and Army Reserve from 1959 until 1965. 

Bob was united in marriage to Beverly Bredemeier on May 5, 1962, in Pilsen. He worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation from 1957 – 1993, and worked on the construction of the Kansas Turnpike, and later in Topeka and Marion KDOT, retiring with 36 years of service. Bob was a faithful parishioner of Holy Family Parish, spending a part of nearly every day at the church. He kept busy by refurbishing fishing rods and working on lawn equipment and did some house painting after retirement. Bob also enjoyed a good flea market or garage sale. 

He is survived by his loving family including his wife of nearly  60 years Beverly Jirak of Marion; sons Kevin (Jayme) Jirak of Marion; Timothy Jirak of Hillsboro; and Rodney (Shelly) Jirak of Hutchison; grandchildren Hayley, Dylan, Reagan, Tessa, Cooper, Cassidy, Kaley, and Shelby; great grandson Beau and his siblings Barbara Reznicek of Rogers, AR, and Mary Jane (Walt) Lesher of Lawrence. Bob passed away on Monday April 25th at NMC Health in Newton. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Joseph Jirak. 

Bob’s family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. at Holy Family Parish, St. Mark’s Church in Marion on Friday April 29th. A rosary service will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 2 p.m. by Father Brian Bebak. Bob will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. M

Bob’s life began on February 21, 1937, in Marion. He was the son of Godfrey and Mary (Vlk) Jirak. He was baptized at St. John Nepomucene Church by Father John Skelnar. Bob attended primary school in Pilsen and served for Father Emil Kapaun in Pilsen. Bob was a 1955 graduate of Lincolnville High School. He served his country in the United States Army and Army Reserve from 1959 until 1965. Bob was united in marriage to Beverly Bredemeier on May 5, 1962, in Pilsen. He worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation from 1957 – 1993, and worked on the construction of the Kansas Turnpike, and later in Topeka and Marion KDOT, retiring with 36 years of service. Bob was a faithful parishioner of Holy Family Parish, spending a part of nearly every day at the church. He kept busy by refurbishing fishing rods and working on lawn equipment and did some house painting after retirement. Bob also enjoyed a good flea market or garage sale. He is survived by his loving family including his wife of nearly 60 years Beverly Jirak of Marion; sons Kevin (Jayme) Jirak of Marion; Timothy Jirak of Hillsboro; and Rodney (Shelly) Jirak of Hutchison; grandchildren Hayley, Dylan, Reagan, Tessa, Cooper, Cassidy, Kaley, and Shelby; great grandson Beau and his siblings Barbara Reznicek of Rogers, AR, and Mary Jane (Walt) Lesher of Lawrence. Bob passed away on Monday April 25th at NMC Health in Newton. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Joseph Jirak. Bob’s family will receive friends from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. at Holy Family Parish, St. Mark’s Church in Marion on Friday April 29th. A rosary service will begin at 1:30 p.m. with Mass of Christian Burial being celebrated at 2 p.m. by Father Brian Bebak. Bob will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery. Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion is serving the family. M

Robert "Bob" Lee Jirak  |1937-2022|  

Kit Fisher, 68, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at
his home in Nickerson.&nbsp; He was born
September 2, 1953 in Crawford County, PA, the son of Roy and Shirley Jeanne
(Minnis) Fisher. 

Kit enjoyed many hobbies like fishing and working in his shop.
He worked on pipelines and was a truck driver for many years.

Kit is survived by his long time significant other, Eileen
Fleury; a daughter, Shirley Fisher; five brothers, Jay, Gary, Val, Ned and Kim
Fisher; and two sisters, Jan Lease and Cyd Colclough.

He is preceded by his parents and one sister, Jill Ackerman.

There will be no services held at this time as cremation has
been chosen. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in charge of the
arrangements.

Kit Fisher, 68, passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at
his home in Nickerson.&nbsp; He was born
September 2, 1953 in Crawford County, PA, the son of Roy and Shirley Jeanne
(Minnis) Fisher. Kit enjoyed many hobbies like fishing and working in his shop.
He worked on pipelines and was a truck driver for many years.Kit is survived by his long time significant other, Eileen
Fleury; a daughter, Shirley Fisher; five brothers, Jay, Gary, Val, Ned and Kim
Fisher; and two sisters, Jan Lease and Cyd Colclough.He is preceded by his parents and one sister, Jill Ackerman.There will be no services held at this time as cremation has
been chosen. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel and Crematory is in charge of the
arrangements.

Kit Fisher  |1953-2022|  

Max G. Bussard, 77, passed away April 19, 2022, at Park West Plaza Manor, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born June 14, 1944, in Mulhall, OK, to Thomas Vincent and Charlottie Verlene (Dick) Bussard.

Max was a 1963 graduate of Fairfield High School, Langdon, KS.&nbsp; He worked at Jackson Ice Cream and Dairy, Hutchinson, as a maintenance engineer, retiring with over 32 years of service.

On August 24, 1985, Max married DiAnn Marie (Shuler) Gibbs.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage.

He was a wonderful husband, father (dad), grandpa, and great-grandpa. Max always made time for family and friends.&nbsp; If someone needed help, he was usually there.&nbsp; Max built or rebuilt sand rails, Volkswagen Beetles, antique tractor, and a lawnmower tractor.&nbsp; He was a collector of things that could be used for parts or rebuilt.&nbsp; If he wasn’t in his garage, he was in a neighbor’s garage working on an engine of some sort.&nbsp; The family would call Max if something needed fixed.&nbsp; He was always ready to help any of them.

He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, DiAnn Bussard of Hutchinson; children, Tammy Dudley and husband Wayne of Tulsa, OK; Timothy Bussard and wife Tonya of Wichita; Terry Bussard and wife Tracy of Park City; Troy Bussard and wife Shauna of Wichita; and Randall Gibbs and wife Allicia of Hutchinson; nineteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Darold Bussard, and Willis Doggett and wife Susie; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and Carolyn Woosley, mother of Tammy, Timothy, Terry, and Troy.

Max was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; granddaughters, Kayla Gibbs and Jamea Gibbs; and brothers, Jerry Bussard, Dean Bussard, and Harold Bussard.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church, 5512 N. Pennington, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Jeff Goetzinger officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Mitchell Cemetery located next to the church.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, and from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at the church.

Max G. Bussard, 77, passed away April 19, 2022, at Park West Plaza Manor, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born June 14, 1944, in Mulhall, OK, to Thomas Vincent and Charlottie Verlene (Dick) Bussard.Max was a 1963 graduate of Fairfield High School, Langdon, KS.&nbsp; He worked at Jackson Ice Cream and Dairy, Hutchinson, as a maintenance engineer, retiring with over 32 years of service.On August 24, 1985, Max married DiAnn Marie (Shuler) Gibbs.&nbsp; They shared over 36 years of marriage.He was a wonderful husband, father (dad), grandpa, and great-grandpa. Max always made time for family and friends.&nbsp; If someone needed help, he was usually there.&nbsp; Max built or rebuilt sand rails, Volkswagen Beetles, antique tractor, and a lawnmower tractor.&nbsp; He was a collector of things that could be used for parts or rebuilt.&nbsp; If he wasn’t in his garage, he was in a neighbor’s garage working on an engine of some sort.&nbsp; The family would call Max if something needed fixed.&nbsp; He was always ready to help any of them.He is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, DiAnn Bussard of Hutchinson; children, Tammy Dudley and husband Wayne of Tulsa, OK; Timothy Bussard and wife Tonya of Wichita; Terry Bussard and wife Tracy of Park City; Troy Bussard and wife Shauna of Wichita; and Randall Gibbs and wife Allicia of Hutchinson; nineteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Darold Bussard, and Willis Doggett and wife Susie; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and Carolyn Woosley, mother of Tammy, Timothy, Terry, and Troy.Max was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; granddaughters, Kayla Gibbs and Jamea Gibbs; and brothers, Jerry Bussard, Dean Bussard, and Harold Bussard.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Mitchell Chapel United Methodist Church, 5512 N. Pennington, Hutchinson, with the Reverend Jeff Goetzinger officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Mitchell Cemetery located next to the church.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, and from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 29, 2022, at the church.

Max G. Bussard |1944-2022|

Jake K. Goertzen, 85, of Inman, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, surrounded by family at the Moundridge Manor, Moundridge. He was a farmer.

Jake was born on December 1, 1936, at Camp 45, Chihuahua, Mexico to Jacob H. and Lena (Koehn) Goertzen.&nbsp; On September 25, 1960, Jake was united in marriage to Anne Louise Nikkel in Inman.&nbsp;

He was a member of Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman.

Survivors include: his wife, Anne; five children, Sandra (Leonard) Nightingale of Trumann, AR; Wanda (Chris) Koehn of Hume, MO; Luanne (Merle) Ensz of Inman; Lance (Karlene) Goertzen of Inman; and June (Brian) Schmidt of Trumann, AR; a foster daughter, Vonnie (Jamie) Cordell of Wichita; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings, Elizabeth Becker of Moundridge; Cornelius (Verla) Goertzen of Mortons Gap, KY; Herman (Jewel) Goertzen of Inman; and David (Jolene) Goertzen of Lakin; sisters-in-law, Verna Goertzen of Barron, WI; and Grace (Loren) Wiebe of Almena, WI; and brother-in-law, James (Susanna) Nikkel of Pipestone, MN.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John Goertzen and Henry Goertzen; a sister, Justina Koehn; four infant siblings, Abe, William, Agnes, and Lena; great-grandchild, Blake Schmidt; and brother-in-law, Robert Nikkel.

The visitation will be held from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, April 25, 2022, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, April 26, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Zion Church Cemetery.

Jake K. Goertzen, 85, of Inman, peacefully passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022, surrounded by family at the Moundridge Manor, Moundridge. He was a farmer.Jake was born on December 1, 1936, at Camp 45, Chihuahua, Mexico to Jacob H. and Lena (Koehn) Goertzen.&nbsp; On September 25, 1960, Jake was united in marriage to Anne Louise Nikkel in Inman.&nbsp;He was a member of Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman.Survivors include: his wife, Anne; five children, Sandra (Leonard) Nightingale of Trumann, AR; Wanda (Chris) Koehn of Hume, MO; Luanne (Merle) Ensz of Inman; Lance (Karlene) Goertzen of Inman; and June (Brian) Schmidt of Trumann, AR; a foster daughter, Vonnie (Jamie) Cordell of Wichita; 20 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; siblings, Elizabeth Becker of Moundridge; Cornelius (Verla) Goertzen of Mortons Gap, KY; Herman (Jewel) Goertzen of Inman; and David (Jolene) Goertzen of Lakin; sisters-in-law, Verna Goertzen of Barron, WI; and Grace (Loren) Wiebe of Almena, WI; and brother-in-law, James (Susanna) Nikkel of Pipestone, MN.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John Goertzen and Henry Goertzen; a sister, Justina Koehn; four infant siblings, Abe, William, Agnes, and Lena; great-grandchild, Blake Schmidt; and brother-in-law, Robert Nikkel.The visitation will be held from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, Monday, April 25, 2022, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Inman.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Tuesday, April 26, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Zion Church Cemetery.

Jake K. Goertzen  |1936-2022|  

Patricia Kay Wendt, 79, of Mcpherson, passed away at 1:10 a.m., Sunday, April 24th, 2022 at McPherson Hospital , McPherson Kansas. Patricia was born in Hutchinson, on May 29, 1942, a daughter of Agnes Marie (Parr) and Guy Folck. Pat attended Canton Galva grade school and graduated from Canton-Galva High School in 1960. She was a member of First Christian Church in McPherson. Through the years Pat worked as a clerk for the District Court in McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 2006. Pat enjoyed shopping, traveling, cooking, scrap booking and spending time with her friends and family. Patricia was united in marriage to Terry Wendt in McPherson, where the young couple established their first home together. They were blessed with the birth of a daughter, Traci. She is survived by her daughter Traci Atkinson and her husband Neil, of Hutchinson, Kansas and her significant other Jim Fendt, of McPherson, Kansas. She is also survived by her grandson, Connor Sullivan. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Vickie Burton and her grandson Ian Sullivan. Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel in McPherson. Burial will be on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patricia Kay Wendt, 79, of Mcpherson, passed away at 1:10 a.m., Sunday, April 24th, 2022 at McPherson Hospital , McPherson Kansas. Patricia was born in Hutchinson, on May 29, 1942, a daughter of Agnes Marie (Parr) and Guy Folck. Pat attended Canton Galva grade school and graduated from Canton-Galva High School in 1960. She was a member of First Christian Church in McPherson. Through the years Pat worked as a clerk for the District Court in McPherson, Kansas until she retired in 2006. Pat enjoyed shopping, traveling, cooking, scrap booking and spending time with her friends and family. Patricia was united in marriage to Terry Wendt in McPherson, where the young couple established their first home together. They were blessed with the birth of a daughter, Traci. She is survived by her daughter Traci Atkinson and her husband Neil, of Hutchinson, Kansas and her significant other Jim Fendt, of McPherson, Kansas. She is also survived by her grandson, Connor Sullivan. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Vickie Burton and her grandson Ian Sullivan. Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel in McPherson. Burial will be on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Patricia Kay Wendt  |1942-2022|  

Rose A. Burditt, 57, passed away April 16, 2022 in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; She was born September 16, 1964 in Wichita, the daughter of Charles II and Irene (Batolla) Burditt. Rose worked as a warehouse manager for a number of years.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Charles Burditt III, Bruce Burditt and Shawn Burditt. Survivors include her two sons, Jeremy O’Neal and Justin O’Neal; two sisters, Loretta Spielman and Christy Burditt and a granddaughter, Audrina O’Neal. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rose A. Burditt, 57, passed away April 16, 2022 in Wichita, KS.&nbsp; She was born September 16, 1964 in Wichita, the daughter of Charles II and Irene (Batolla) Burditt. Rose worked as a warehouse manager for a number of years.&nbsp; She enjoyed reading. She was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Charles Burditt III, Bruce Burditt and Shawn Burditt. Survivors include her two sons, Jeremy O’Neal and Justin O’Neal; two sisters, Loretta Spielman and Christy Burditt and a granddaughter, Audrina O’Neal. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, April 30, 2022, at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Rose A. Burditt  |1964-2022|  

Carol E Lambert, 83, of Hutchinson, passed April 22, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born July 13, 1938, to Arthur and Thelma (Byron) Wipf.

Carol graduated from Nickerson High School in 1956, Hutchinson Community College in 1958, and Sterling College in 1966. She was a teacher at Burrton for three years and at Nickerson for 34 years.

On August 8, 1958, Carol married Ronald Sherman Lambert, in Hutchinson. Together they had one son. Ronald passed away July 11, 2004.

Carol is survived by: son, Sherman Lambert (Sandy), Hutchinson; granddaughter, Rebecca Baetz (Kenton), Smith Center; grandsons, Joshua Lambert (Lana), Inman, Robert Luce (Traci), Wichita, Kenneth Luce (Traci), Hutchinson; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden and Brysen Baetz, Dalton, Devin, Makayla, Amelia, and Peyton Luce; sisters, Rheta Carter, Dinah McHome, both of Bakersfield, California, Charlotte Finical, Arizona; and brother, Byron Wipf.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and great-grandson, Cole Garrett Luce.

Graveside service will be 1 pm Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Carol E Lambert, 83, of Hutchinson, passed April 22, 2022, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born July 13, 1938, to Arthur and Thelma (Byron) Wipf.Carol graduated from Nickerson High School in 1956, Hutchinson Community College in 1958, and Sterling College in 1966. She was a teacher at Burrton for three years and at Nickerson for 34 years.On August 8, 1958, Carol married Ronald Sherman Lambert, in Hutchinson. Together they had one son. Ronald passed away July 11, 2004.Carol is survived by: son, Sherman Lambert (Sandy), Hutchinson; granddaughter, Rebecca Baetz (Kenton), Smith Center; grandsons, Joshua Lambert (Lana), Inman, Robert Luce (Traci), Wichita, Kenneth Luce (Traci), Hutchinson; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden and Brysen Baetz, Dalton, Devin, Makayla, Amelia, and Peyton Luce; sisters, Rheta Carter, Dinah McHome, both of Bakersfield, California, Charlotte Finical, Arizona; and brother, Byron Wipf.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and great-grandson, Cole Garrett Luce.Graveside service will be 1 pm Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Carol E Lambert  |1938-2022|  

Orva Jean Wolfe, 96, died April 23, 2022, at Wesley Towers.&nbsp; She was born February&nbsp;24, 1926, in Otis, the daughter of Ben and Dena (Hergert) Scheuerman.

Orva Jean graduated from La Crosse High School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Arts degree from Fort Hays State, in 1948. &nbsp;While at Fort Hays, she met, fell in love, and was united in marriage with Charles (Jack) Wolfe January 24, 1947, in Bazine. They were blessed with two children, Kent and Kathy Jo.

Orva Jean was a devoted wife and homemaker to her children. She worked as a bookkeeper at the Bolinger Agency in Bucklin, Curtis Machine Company of Dodge City, and retired as a bookkeeper at Bucklin Co-op in 1988.&nbsp; She also belonged to several Federated clubs in Bucklin and the Bucklin UMW, where she served as secretary&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;

In 2007, she moved to Hutchinson to be closer to family. Orva Jean’s biggest enjoyment was spending time with family, especially her grandson, Dakota, and watching him grow up to be a caring&nbsp;soul like herself.&nbsp;

While in Hutchinson Orva Jean resided at Wesley Towers. She enjoyed her time there, made many dear friends, and was loved by all.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Orva Jean is survived&nbsp;by: son, Kent Wolfe and wife, Sonya; grandson, Dakota Wolfe, all of Hutchinson; and a brother, Paul Scheuerman, of Otis.

She was preceded in death by: her parents, Ben and Dena Scheuerman; husband, Charles; daughter, Kathy Jo Wolfe; and brother, Gail Scheuerman.

Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date.

Orva Jean Wolfe, 96, died April 23, 2022, at Wesley Towers.&nbsp; She was born February&nbsp;24, 1926, in Otis, the daughter of Ben and Dena (Hergert) Scheuerman.Orva Jean graduated from La Crosse High School and went on to receive her Bachelor of Arts degree from Fort Hays State, in 1948. &nbsp;While at Fort Hays, she met, fell in love, and was united in marriage with Charles (Jack) Wolfe January 24, 1947, in Bazine. They were blessed with two children, Kent and Kathy Jo.Orva Jean was a devoted wife and homemaker to her children. She worked as a bookkeeper at the Bolinger Agency in Bucklin, Curtis Machine Company of Dodge City, and retired as a bookkeeper at Bucklin Co-op in 1988.&nbsp; She also belonged to several Federated clubs in Bucklin and the Bucklin UMW, where she served as secretary&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;In 2007, she moved to Hutchinson to be closer to family. Orva Jean’s biggest enjoyment was spending time with family, especially her grandson, Dakota, and watching him grow up to be a caring&nbsp;soul like herself.&nbsp;While in Hutchinson Orva Jean resided at Wesley Towers. She enjoyed her time there, made many dear friends, and was loved by all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Orva Jean is survived&nbsp;by: son, Kent Wolfe and wife, Sonya; grandson, Dakota Wolfe, all of Hutchinson; and a brother, Paul Scheuerman, of Otis.She was preceded in death by: her parents, Ben and Dena Scheuerman; husband, Charles; daughter, Kathy Jo Wolfe; and brother, Gail Scheuerman.Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date.

Orva Jean Wolfe  |1926-2022|  

Twilah’s life began on September 16, 1939, in Chicago. She was the daughter of Chester E. and Minnie M. (Johnson) Hood. 

Twilah attended primary school in Chicago and graduated from East High School in Wichita in 1957.  She then attended Municipal College in Wichita for two years and worked as a customer service representative for Bell Telephone before she met the love of her life Rodney Williams in 1962. 

Twilah and Rodney were united in marriage on February 23, 1963, at the Zion United Methodist Church in Wichita. Rodney had started Williams Service, Inc., the family business, in 1962 and he and Twilah have operated the business ever since. Twilah was a member of the Florence United Methodist Church and for many years organized the vacation Bible school and volunteered in many positions to serve the church. She was the past president of the Florence Chamber of Commerce, and past treasurer of the Florence Historical Society. She helped to organize the Florence Labor Day parades, raised funds for the city pool and senior housing project. Twilah was also an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting and travelling. 

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband of 59 years, Rodney Williams of Florence; children Stephanie Williams of Wichita, and Stan (Karen) Williams of Marion; grandchildren Chase Williams, Kayla Williams, Colin (Emily) Williams, Nick (Jami) Ryan, Frank (Chloe) Ryan, Emily Hutchison and Cooper Bailey; great grandchildren Elizabeth, Brantley, Kamber and Kenlee Williams, and Grayson, Callum, and Willow Ryan; and her sister Mavis Percifield of Wichita. 

 Twilah passed away on Sunday April 24, 2022, at the Salem Home in Hillsboro. She is preceded in death by her parents. Twilah’s family will gather with friends on Thursday April 28th from 5-7 p.m. at the Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion. Her funeral service will be held on Friday April 29th at the Florence United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. led by Reverend Stephen W. Rankin, PhD. She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery in Florence.

Twilah’s life began on September 16, 1939, in Chicago. She was the daughter of Chester E. and Minnie M. (Johnson) Hood. Twilah attended primary school in Chicago and graduated from East High School in Wichita in 1957. She then attended Municipal College in Wichita for two years and worked as a customer service representative for Bell Telephone before she met the love of her life Rodney Williams in 1962. Twilah and Rodney were united in marriage on February 23, 1963, at the Zion United Methodist Church in Wichita. Rodney had started Williams Service, Inc., the family business, in 1962 and he and Twilah have operated the business ever since. Twilah was a member of the Florence United Methodist Church and for many years organized the vacation Bible school and volunteered in many positions to serve the church. She was the past president of the Florence Chamber of Commerce, and past treasurer of the Florence Historical Society. She helped to organize the Florence Labor Day parades, raised funds for the city pool and senior housing project. Twilah was also an avid reader, enjoyed crocheting and travelling. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her husband of 59 years, Rodney Williams of Florence; children Stephanie Williams of Wichita, and Stan (Karen) Williams of Marion; grandchildren Chase Williams, Kayla Williams, Colin (Emily) Williams, Nick (Jami) Ryan, Frank (Chloe) Ryan, Emily Hutchison and Cooper Bailey; great grandchildren Elizabeth, Brantley, Kamber and Kenlee Williams, and Grayson, Callum, and Willow Ryan; and her sister Mavis Percifield of Wichita. Twilah passed away on Sunday April 24, 2022, at the Salem Home in Hillsboro. She is preceded in death by her parents. Twilah’s family will gather with friends on Thursday April 28th from 5-7 p.m. at the Yazel Megli Funeral Home, Marion. Her funeral service will be held on Friday April 29th at the Florence United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. led by Reverend Stephen W. Rankin, PhD. She will be laid to rest in Hillcrest Cemetery in Florence.

Twilah L. Williams  |1939-2022|  

Edna Ruth Graber, 98, died on April 25, 2022, in Schowalter Villa, Hesston, surrounded by her family.&nbsp; Edna Ruth was born on July 12, 1923, in Newton, to Henry S. and Mathilda Wedel Goertzen.&nbsp; She grew up on West Broadway in Newton, graduating from Newton High School in 1941.&nbsp; For three years she attended Bethel College, where she met her husband, Marlo Graber.&nbsp; They were married September 8, 1944, and settled on a farm five miles from Hesston. This was their home for 64 years.

Together they farmed and raised a family. After the last of her children started school, she worked at various places, including the Ratzlaff Drapery factory, at Hesston High School as cleaning matron, and finally at her favorite job, being the first ward clerk at Axtell Hospital in Newton. She was an active member of her community and her church, always serving with unwavering generosity and enthusiasm.

In 2008 Marlo and Edna Ruth sold their farm and moved to Independent Living at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; After Marlo died in 2009, Edna Ruth continued to live independently until March 2019, when she moved into Assisted Living. She transferred to Health Care in the fall of 2019.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Marlo; daughter Ruthie Hawkins; grandson Joel Graber; son-in-law Tom Trout; and sister Helen Bachman.

She is survived by her children Carolyn Trout, Joplin, MO; Dale (Sharon), Bluffton, SC; Dean (Barbara), Goodland; Steve (Cindy), Dodge City; and Vonnie (Doug) Moden, Colorado Springs, CO; Grandchildren Marissa Hawkins, Hopkinton, MA; Morgan Graber, Wellington, FL; Holly Straight, Dodge City; and Christian Moden, Colorado Springs, CO; Great-grandchildren Brooklynn, Grayson, and Easton Straight, Dodge City; and brother Irvin, Goessel; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, 107 S. Lancaster Ave, Hesston, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 29.&nbsp; There will be a private interment at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at Garden Community Church, with reception following.

Edna Ruth Graber, 98, died on April 25, 2022, in Schowalter Villa, Hesston, surrounded by her family.&nbsp; Edna Ruth was born on July 12, 1923, in Newton, to Henry S. and Mathilda Wedel Goertzen.&nbsp; She grew up on West Broadway in Newton, graduating from Newton High School in 1941.&nbsp; For three years she attended Bethel College, where she met her husband, Marlo Graber.&nbsp; They were married September 8, 1944, and settled on a farm five miles from Hesston. This was their home for 64 years.Together they farmed and raised a family. After the last of her children started school, she worked at various places, including the Ratzlaff Drapery factory, at Hesston High School as cleaning matron, and finally at her favorite job, being the first ward clerk at Axtell Hospital in Newton. She was an active member of her community and her church, always serving with unwavering generosity and enthusiasm.In 2008 Marlo and Edna Ruth sold their farm and moved to Independent Living at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; After Marlo died in 2009, Edna Ruth continued to live independently until March 2019, when she moved into Assisted Living. She transferred to Health Care in the fall of 2019.She was preceded in death by her husband, Marlo; daughter Ruthie Hawkins; grandson Joel Graber; son-in-law Tom Trout; and sister Helen Bachman.She is survived by her children Carolyn Trout, Joplin, MO; Dale (Sharon), Bluffton, SC; Dean (Barbara), Goodland; Steve (Cindy), Dodge City; and Vonnie (Doug) Moden, Colorado Springs, CO; Grandchildren Marissa Hawkins, Hopkinton, MA; Morgan Graber, Wellington, FL; Holly Straight, Dodge City; and Christian Moden, Colorado Springs, CO; Great-grandchildren Brooklynn, Grayson, and Easton Straight, Dodge City; and brother Irvin, Goessel; and numerous nieces and nephews.Visitation will be at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, 107 S. Lancaster Ave, Hesston, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday, April 29.&nbsp; There will be a private interment at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at Garden Community Church, with reception following.

Edna Ruth Graber  |1923-2022|  

Donna Lea Folkers, 80 Years, passed away April 23, 2022 at Pratt Health and Rehab, Pratt. She was born on the family farm near Collyer, December 1, 1941 to R.N. "Newt" Tidball and Vernice (Jones) Tidball. Donna attended Pleasant Valley, a one room school house until she went to High School in Collyer. She graduated in 1959. She was a stay at home mom and she also cared for lots of foster children. She went to work for Cross Manufacturing. Retiring after 25 years in 2012. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Iuka, KS. Donna's hobbies were gardening and painting. She loved to grow, plants and flowers in her garden, enjoying many hours there. She also enjoyed bird watching. She enjoyed watching KU Basketball. She was a very loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by Daughter, Beth (Bucky) Walters of Pratt; Son, Cody (Jackie) Folkers of Pratt, KS; five grandchildren, Matt (Katie) Walters, Katie Walters, Christian (Jackie) Folkers, Chance Folkers, Chase Folkers; great grandchild, Clayton Folkers; great grand child, Faith Folkers; Two Brothers, Charles Tidball of Wakenney; Ken (Orvina) Tidball of Topeka; Sister, Darlene (Gary) Gorsky of Collyer; and many nieces and nephews and lots of friends. Donna is preceded in death by her mother and father. Son, Gary. and brother, Tom Tidball. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 26, 2022 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club Rd. Pratt, 67124. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with John Hamm presiding. Burial will follow at Iuka Cemetery, Iuka.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna Lea Folkers, 80 Years, passed away April 23, 2022 at Pratt Health and Rehab, Pratt. She was born on the family farm near Collyer, December 1, 1941 to R.N. "Newt" Tidball and Vernice (Jones) Tidball. Donna attended Pleasant Valley, a one room school house until she went to High School in Collyer. She graduated in 1959. She was a stay at home mom and she also cared for lots of foster children. She went to work for Cross Manufacturing. Retiring after 25 years in 2012. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Iuka, KS. Donna's hobbies were gardening and painting. She loved to grow, plants and flowers in her garden, enjoying many hours there. She also enjoyed bird watching. She enjoyed watching KU Basketball. She was a very loving mother and grandmother. She is survived by Daughter, Beth (Bucky) Walters of Pratt; Son, Cody (Jackie) Folkers of Pratt, KS; five grandchildren, Matt (Katie) Walters, Katie Walters, Christian (Jackie) Folkers, Chance Folkers, Chase Folkers; great grandchild, Clayton Folkers; great grand child, Faith Folkers; Two Brothers, Charles Tidball of Wakenney; Ken (Orvina) Tidball of Topeka; Sister, Darlene (Gary) Gorsky of Collyer; and many nieces and nephews and lots of friends. Donna is preceded in death by her mother and father. Son, Gary. and brother, Tom Tidball. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 26, 2022 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club Rd. Pratt, 67124. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with John Hamm presiding. Burial will follow at Iuka Cemetery, Iuka.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donna Lea Folkers  |1941-2022|  

Father William Mark Brantley, 67, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 surrounded by his family and friends at the Priest Retirement Center in Bel Aire.

Father Brantley was born on December 21, 1954 in Waltham, MA, to father David Brantley, an agent for the FBI and his mother Verna (Lowry) Brantley, a homemaker.

Father Brantley was a proud 1977 graduate of Baylor University at Waco, TX. He received his Masters of Business Administration at the University of South Dakota. He is also graduated from the Marine Corp Command and Staff College and the Air Force Command Staff College. He entered the Air Force following graduation. Father Brantley followed in his father’s footsteps in law enforcement by becoming an Air Force Security Forces officer. In December 1980, Father Brantley entered pilot training. Upon graduation, he flew the EC-135 “Looking Glass” for Strategic Air Command at Ellsworth AFB SD. His next assignment was Castle AFB CA where he was a KC-135A instructor/evaluator pilot. He left the Active Duty and joined the Air Force Reserves in 1991. He flew with the 437 Air Refueling Wing Grissom ARB, IN and his final assignment was with the 931ST Air Refueling Group, McConnell AFB.

Father Brantley served his country for over 26 years with multiple tours in Europe and Southwest Asia conducting operations during the Cold War and the Global War on Terrorism. He flew over 7000 hours while receiving four Meritorious Service Medals, an Air medal, Joint Commendation Medal and four Air Force Commendation Medals. After retiring from the Air Force, Father Brantley flew for Airborne Express until he retired from flying in 2009.

Father Brantley converted to Catholicism in 2006 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. He served in several church ministries including the Knights of Columbus where he was a 4th Degree Knight. He heard the call to service as a priest and entered the seminary of Pope St John XXIII National Seminary at Weston, MA. He was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in June 2017 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge City. He served as the Associate Pastor at St Dominic in Garden City until 2018. His final pastoral assignment was as the pastor of Holy Rosary (Medicine Lodge), St. Boniface (Sharon) and St John the Apostle (Kiowa KS).

Father Brantley is survived by his brother Dr. Scott Brantley, sister Susan Brantley, sister-in-law Peggy Dolinich, niece Courtney Brantley and nephew Matthew Brantley. Father Brantley was preceded in death by his father David Brantley and mother Verna Brantley. Rosary/vigil services will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00 p.m, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 645 N 119th St W, Wichita, 67235.

Rosary/vigil services will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Sharon. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Sharon, KS. Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery, Sharon, with military honors by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Father William Mark Brantley, 67, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 surrounded by his family and friends at the Priest Retirement Center in Bel Aire.Father Brantley was born on December 21, 1954 in Waltham, MA, to father David Brantley, an agent for the FBI and his mother Verna (Lowry) Brantley, a homemaker.Father Brantley was a proud 1977 graduate of Baylor University at Waco, TX. He received his Masters of Business Administration at the University of South Dakota. He is also graduated from the Marine Corp Command and Staff College and the Air Force Command Staff College. He entered the Air Force following graduation. Father Brantley followed in his father’s footsteps in law enforcement by becoming an Air Force Security Forces officer. In December 1980, Father Brantley entered pilot training. Upon graduation, he flew the EC-135 “Looking Glass” for Strategic Air Command at Ellsworth AFB SD. His next assignment was Castle AFB CA where he was a KC-135A instructor/evaluator pilot. He left the Active Duty and joined the Air Force Reserves in 1991. He flew with the 437 Air Refueling Wing Grissom ARB, IN and his final assignment was with the 931ST Air Refueling Group, McConnell AFB.Father Brantley served his country for over 26 years with multiple tours in Europe and Southwest Asia conducting operations during the Cold War and the Global War on Terrorism. He flew over 7000 hours while receiving four Meritorious Service Medals, an Air medal, Joint Commendation Medal and four Air Force Commendation Medals. After retiring from the Air Force, Father Brantley flew for Airborne Express until he retired from flying in 2009.Father Brantley converted to Catholicism in 2006 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church. He served in several church ministries including the Knights of Columbus where he was a 4th Degree Knight. He heard the call to service as a priest and entered the seminary of Pope St John XXIII National Seminary at Weston, MA. He was ordained a Roman Catholic priest in June 2017 at the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Dodge City. He served as the Associate Pastor at St Dominic in Garden City until 2018. His final pastoral assignment was as the pastor of Holy Rosary (Medicine Lodge), St. Boniface (Sharon) and St John the Apostle (Kiowa KS).Father Brantley is survived by his brother Dr. Scott Brantley, sister Susan Brantley, sister-in-law Peggy Dolinich, niece Courtney Brantley and nephew Matthew Brantley. Father Brantley was preceded in death by his father David Brantley and mother Verna Brantley. Rosary/vigil services will be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 6:00 p.m, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 645 N 119th St W, Wichita, 67235.Rosary/vigil services will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Sharon. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Sharon, KS. Burial will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery, Sharon, with military honors by the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Father William Mark Brantley  |1954-2022|  

Jerry Edward Garten, 67, of Medicine Lodge, died Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at his residence. He was born on October 3, 1954 in Cherokee, OK, the son of Billy Franklin Garten and Betty Jane (Harbaugh) Garten. Jerry graduated from Medicine Lodge High School and attended Kansas State University and Pratt Community College. He worked at National Gypsum as a wet end leader and farmed with his parents. Jerry frequently had a joke for the day he liked sharing with others. His favorite hobby was fishing. Surviving are one sister, Nancy (Steve) Carr of Olathe; one nephew, Shane (Stacey) Carr of Medicine Lodge; and one niece, Stephanie (Nick) Babcock of Haslet, TX. He enjoyed his grandnephews and grandnieces, remembering them on birthdays and Christmas. Cremation has taken place. A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.

Jerry Edward Garten, 67, of Medicine Lodge, died Tuesday, April 19, 2022 at his residence. He was born on October 3, 1954 in Cherokee, OK, the son of Billy Franklin Garten and Betty Jane (Harbaugh) Garten. Jerry graduated from Medicine Lodge High School and attended Kansas State University and Pratt Community College. He worked at National Gypsum as a wet end leader and farmed with his parents. Jerry frequently had a joke for the day he liked sharing with others. His favorite hobby was fishing. Surviving are one sister, Nancy (Steve) Carr of Olathe; one nephew, Shane (Stacey) Carr of Medicine Lodge; and one niece, Stephanie (Nick) Babcock of Haslet, TX. He enjoyed his grandnephews and grandnieces, remembering them on birthdays and Christmas. Cremation has taken place. A memorial graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.

Jerry Edward Garten  |1954-2022|  

Ross Michael Scheffler was born on March 31, 1949, in Newton, to parents Art and Catherine Scheffler. 

Ross was an outdoorsman,&nbsp;&nbsp;and enjoyed hunting and fishing from a young age. He especially enjoyed hunting with his Dad, brother and uncles. Ross loved to bow hunt and was an excellent marksman. Ross attended St. Mary’s grade school and&nbsp;&nbsp;graduated from Newton High School in 1967. He was a wrestler for NHS and followed the sport for years. He joined the Marine Corp after high school&nbsp;&nbsp;and served his country in Vietnam. After leaving the Marines, Ross returned&nbsp;&nbsp;to college and graduated from Washburn University.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ross worked at various corporations in and around Newton and Wichita. 

In 1973 Ross married Janet Custer and they were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Stacy and Angela. Both daughters currently live in Florida. Ross liked to play cards and read. He always loved cars and motorcycles and had two classic cars in his early years that he was proud of: a 1957 Chevy and a 1965 Corvette Stingray. He also loved his Kawasaki motorcycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had experienced health issues over the past several years which prevented&nbsp;&nbsp;him from walking and working out like he wanted to. He is survived by his two daughters , Stacy Zahn and Angela Hackley (John) and two Grandchilden Brady and Lauren Zahn, and one brother, Leon Scheffler (Lisa) of Southlake, TX, two sisters, Barb Schuster of Lee’s Summit, MO and Jody (Doug) Meier of Phoenix, AZ. He was an uncle to 2 nephews and 4 nieces. He was a great-uncle to 4 great nieces and 4 great nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 with family greeting friends from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. at Petersen’s Funeral Home 215 N. Main, Newton.

Ross Michael Scheffler was born on March 31, 1949, in Newton, to parents Art and Catherine Scheffler. Ross was an outdoorsman,&nbsp;&nbsp;and enjoyed hunting and fishing from a young age. He especially enjoyed hunting with his Dad, brother and uncles. Ross loved to bow hunt and was an excellent marksman. Ross attended St. Mary’s grade school and&nbsp;&nbsp;graduated from Newton High School in 1967. He was a wrestler for NHS and followed the sport for years. He joined the Marine Corp after high school&nbsp;&nbsp;and served his country in Vietnam. After leaving the Marines, Ross returned&nbsp;&nbsp;to college and graduated from Washburn University.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ross worked at various corporations in and around Newton and Wichita. In 1973 Ross married Janet Custer and they were blessed with two beautiful daughters, Stacy and Angela. Both daughters currently live in Florida. Ross liked to play cards and read. He always loved cars and motorcycles and had two classic cars in his early years that he was proud of: a 1957 Chevy and a 1965 Corvette Stingray. He also loved his Kawasaki motorcycle.&nbsp;&nbsp;He had experienced health issues over the past several years which prevented&nbsp;&nbsp;him from walking and working out like he wanted to. He is survived by his two daughters , Stacy Zahn and Angela Hackley (John) and two Grandchilden Brady and Lauren Zahn, and one brother, Leon Scheffler (Lisa) of Southlake, TX, two sisters, Barb Schuster of Lee’s Summit, MO and Jody (Doug) Meier of Phoenix, AZ. He was an uncle to 2 nephews and 4 nieces. He was a great-uncle to 4 great nieces and 4 great nephews.Visitation will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022 with family greeting friends from 6 p. m. to 8 p. m. at Petersen’s Funeral Home 215 N. Main, Newton.

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