Louise “Fritzie” Sprauer Hausfeld, 84, died March 17, 2022 at her home outside Kingman.  She was the daughter of William J. and Mary M. Helmig Sprauer.

She was born July 19, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio.  She met and married the love of her life Bernard “Bernie” Hausfeld.  They were soon blessed with six children and relocated to Kansas in 1973.  This is where she found her true calling as both mother and homemaker.

Louise is survived by her husband Bernard; her children Regina Barker with husband Mark, Dianna Simon with husband Fred, Patricia Pearson with husband Travis, Chris Hausfeld with wife Amy, Maria Hoffman with husband Matt, and Bill Hausfeld with wife Anne Marie; her brother Charles Sprauer; 15 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.    She will be dearly missed by all of her loved ones.  She was preceded by her siblings Rolland, Eileen, Joe, Marie, Margaret Ann and William.

Parish rosary will be  10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at the St. Louis Catholic Church at Waterloo.  This will be immediately followed by the Mass of Christian Burial.  Burial will be in the St. Louis Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the St. Louis Catholic Church in care of Livingston Funeral Home.

Louise “Fritzie” Sprauer Hausfeld, 84, died March 17, 2022 at her home outside Kingman. She was the daughter of William J. and Mary M. Helmig Sprauer.She was born July 19, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio. She met and married the love of her life Bernard “Bernie” Hausfeld. They were soon blessed with six children and relocated to Kansas in 1973. This is where she found her true calling as both mother and homemaker.Louise is survived by her husband Bernard; her children Regina Barker with husband Mark, Dianna Simon with husband Fred, Patricia Pearson with husband Travis, Chris Hausfeld with wife Amy, Maria Hoffman with husband Matt, and Bill Hausfeld with wife Anne Marie; her brother Charles Sprauer; 15 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by all of her loved ones. She was preceded by her siblings Rolland, Eileen, Joe, Marie, Margaret Ann and William.Parish rosary will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at the St. Louis Catholic Church at Waterloo. This will be immediately followed by the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial will be in the St. Louis Catholic Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the St. Louis Catholic Church in care of Livingston Funeral Home.

Louise “Fritzie” Sprauer Hausfeld |1937-2022|

Roy Donald Yutzy, 55, of Hutchinson, died March 16, 2022, at his home. He was born October 21, 1966, in Hutchinson, to Mahlon and Evelyn (Whitecotton) Yutzy.

Roy worked as a boiler room operator for several places in Hutchinson, including Hutchinson Hospital and Morton Salt. He loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren.

Roy is survived by: son, Jeffrey Yutzy, Hutchinson; daughters, Erin Yutzy, Sugar Creek, Missouri, Shelby Yutzy, Hutchinson; grandsons, Anthony Crider, Alaska, Wesley Kramer, Sugar Creek, Missouri; brothers, William McVey, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Roger Yutzy (Debbie), Hutchinson; and sisters, Diana Strawn, Hutchinson, Barbara Hirst (John), Holyrood, Rhonda “Janie” Yutzy, Hutchinson.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Erik Yutzy; grandparents; brothers, Jack Yutzy, Gary McVey; sister, Catherine Knight.

Cremation has taken place, there will be no services at this time. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Boys and Girls Club of Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Roy Donald Yutzy, 55, of Hutchinson, died March 16, 2022, at his home. He was born October 21, 1966, in Hutchinson, to Mahlon and Evelyn (Whitecotton) Yutzy.Roy worked as a boiler room operator for several places in Hutchinson, including Hutchinson Hospital and Morton Salt. He loved to spend time with his children and grandchildren.Roy is survived by: son, Jeffrey Yutzy, Hutchinson; daughters, Erin Yutzy, Sugar Creek, Missouri, Shelby Yutzy, Hutchinson; grandsons, Anthony Crider, Alaska, Wesley Kramer, Sugar Creek, Missouri; brothers, William McVey, Jacksonville, North Carolina, Roger Yutzy (Debbie), Hutchinson; and sisters, Diana Strawn, Hutchinson, Barbara Hirst (John), Holyrood, Rhonda “Janie” Yutzy, Hutchinson.He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Erik Yutzy; grandparents; brothers, Jack Yutzy, Gary McVey; sister, Catherine Knight.Cremation has taken place, there will be no services at this time. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Boys and Girls Club of Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Roy Donald Yutzy |1966-2022|

Michael J. Mooney, Jr., 89, passed away March 17, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born November 16, 1932, in Hutchinson, to Michael J. and Margaret (Hamilton) Mooney, Sr.

Michael was a 1951 graduate of Maur Hill High School, Atchison.&nbsp; He attended Hutchinson Community College and the University of Kansas.&nbsp; Michael served in the United States Army during the Korean War from February 1953 through January 1956.&nbsp; He worked as the President and Chief Executive Office of Godfather’s Pizza, and then retired as the owner of Hamilton Roofing.

Michael was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, a 4th Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus, Junior Chamber of Commerce, and Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was a board member of Mid-West Roofing Association, and a member of Prairie Dunes Country Club, who enjoyed playing competitive golf.&nbsp; Michael’s love of golf earned him the title of Champion of the Yucca Ruccus Golf Tournament held at Prairie Dunes.

On July 4, 1953, he married Patricia Ann Barry, in Aberdeen, MD.&nbsp; They shared over 68 years of marriage, prior to her death on January 6, 2022.

Michael is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Mike Mooney III of Phoenix, AZ, Maureen Mooney of Hutchinson, and Kathleen (Darel) Ansley of Wenatchee, WA; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and sisters, Margaret Ann Hohl of Wichita, and Mary Bauer of Plano, TX.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife; son, Mark J. Mooney; and sister, Helen Mullen.

Parish rosary will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the church, with both services to be officiated by Father Aaron Spexarth.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, March 21, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will remain closed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Church of the Holy Cross, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael J. Mooney, Jr., 89, passed away March 17, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born November 16, 1932, in Hutchinson, to Michael J. and Margaret (Hamilton) Mooney, Sr.Michael was a 1951 graduate of Maur Hill High School, Atchison.&nbsp; He attended Hutchinson Community College and the University of Kansas.&nbsp; Michael served in the United States Army during the Korean War from February 1953 through January 1956.&nbsp; He worked as the President and Chief Executive Office of Godfather’s Pizza, and then retired as the owner of Hamilton Roofing.Michael was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, a 4th Degree Knight in the Knights of Columbus, Junior Chamber of Commerce, and Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was a board member of Mid-West Roofing Association, and a member of Prairie Dunes Country Club, who enjoyed playing competitive golf.&nbsp; Michael’s love of golf earned him the title of Champion of the Yucca Ruccus Golf Tournament held at Prairie Dunes.On July 4, 1953, he married Patricia Ann Barry, in Aberdeen, MD.&nbsp; They shared over 68 years of marriage, prior to her death on January 6, 2022.Michael is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Mike Mooney III of Phoenix, AZ, Maureen Mooney of Hutchinson, and Kathleen (Darel) Ansley of Wenatchee, WA; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and sisters, Margaret Ann Hohl of Wichita, and Mary Bauer of Plano, TX.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife; son, Mark J. Mooney; and sister, Helen Mullen.Parish rosary will be 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at the church, with both services to be officiated by Father Aaron Spexarth.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 20, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, March 21, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 22, at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The casket will remain closed.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Church of the Holy Cross, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael J. Mooney, Jr. |1932-2022|

Merldene “Merle” D. Leatherman, 85, died March 17, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born November 26, 1936, in St. John, to Merle M. and Marie M. (Koelsch) Leatherman.

Merle graduated from St. John High School in 1955 and attended Fort Hays State University. He served in the United States Air Force from 1958-1962. Merle owned and operated “Mr. Fuel”, supplying Sunoco racing fuel to race tracks and drivers. He also delivered fuel for 76 Racing Fuels and managed the Hutchinson Kmart for 10 years. Merle loved watching auto races and was once a driver himself and a one-time Kansas state champion. He was a member of Crossroads Christian Church and had a strong faith in Christ expressed in his love for singing and leading singing in the churches he attended.

On November 26, 1989, Merle married M. Elaine (Bryan) Kelley in Hays. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Sandra Taverner (Rob) of Chase, Merleta Mohr (Joseph) of Wichita, Tony Leatherman (Stephanie) of Hutchinson, Paul Leatherman (Janita) of Wichita, Michael Leatherman of Texas; sister, Debra Welch (Mike) of Wichita; his children’s mother, Donna Condit of Wichita; several stepchildren; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bill Leatherman.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Crossroads Christian Church, 4310 N. Monroe St. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Crossroads Christian Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Merldene “Merle” D. Leatherman, 85, died March 17, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society – Hutchinson Village. He was born November 26, 1936, in St. John, to Merle M. and Marie M. (Koelsch) Leatherman.Merle graduated from St. John High School in 1955 and attended Fort Hays State University. He served in the United States Air Force from 1958-1962. Merle owned and operated “Mr. Fuel”, supplying Sunoco racing fuel to race tracks and drivers. He also delivered fuel for 76 Racing Fuels and managed the Hutchinson Kmart for 10 years. Merle loved watching auto races and was once a driver himself and a one-time Kansas state champion. He was a member of Crossroads Christian Church and had a strong faith in Christ expressed in his love for singing and leading singing in the churches he attended.On November 26, 1989, Merle married M. Elaine (Bryan) Kelley in Hays. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Sandra Taverner (Rob) of Chase, Merleta Mohr (Joseph) of Wichita, Tony Leatherman (Stephanie) of Hutchinson, Paul Leatherman (Janita) of Wichita, Michael Leatherman of Texas; sister, Debra Welch (Mike) of Wichita; his children’s mother, Donna Condit of Wichita; several stepchildren; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Bill Leatherman.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, April 2, 2022, at Crossroads Christian Church, 4310 N. Monroe St. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Crossroads Christian Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Merldene “Merle” D. Leatherman |1936-2022|

Jackie’s&nbsp;life began on March 20, 1928, in Enid, OK.&nbsp; She was the daughter of John and Blanche (Ware) Manuel. Jackie graduated from Peabody High School in 1946. That summer, on July 20, Jackie was united in marriage to Walter Hett at her parents’ home outside of Peabody, KS. Jackie and Walt then settled east of Marion where they ran their family farm and ranch.

Besides being a full-time rancher, she had many other jobs including working at the El Dorado Livestock Auction and was bookkeeper for several businesses.&nbsp; Jackie enjoyed horseback riding, attending rodeos, and her grandkids’ sporting events.&nbsp; She loved playing cards in the evenings with several groups of friends, swimming, tending to her flowerbeds, traveling, and baking her famous cinnamon rolls.&nbsp; She loved her church family where she acted as treasurer for many years.&nbsp; Most of all, Jackie loved her family and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Jackie peacefully passed away at the age of 93 on Friday, March 18, 2022, at St. Luke Hospital in Marion, KS surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Blanche, husband Walt, son Steve, and sisters Dorothy and Geraldine. She is survived by her daughters Melanie (Larry) Ensey, Melinda (Kendall) Helmer, and Melissa (Tim) O’Sullivan, grandchildren Kelley (Travis) Schafers, Amy (Mike) Russel, Ed Svitak, Jeremy (Tammy) Ensey, Jeff (Laura) Ensey, Jared (Kathy) Ensey, Joel (Laura) Ensey, Leslie (Seth) Beytien, Lauren (Tim) Hartland, Erica (Ron) DeMeritt, Emily (Noah) Carter, Ryan (Senushi) O’Sullivan, and Madeline (Mark Hayes) O’Sullivan, great-grandchildren Jay Dee, Emily, Trevor, Peyton, Paige, Abree, Zeke, Elizabeth, Julia, Aaron, Elise, Daniel, Ezra, Zane, Isaac, Vivian, Lucy, Adalyn, Avery, Nora, Gemma, Kai, Ari, Indi, Liv, Rowan, Finn, Lael, Sienna, and Rhys, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jackie’s Celebration of Life, led by Lucas Zurcher, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Aulne Church in Aulne, KS. Family will greet friends after the Celebration of Life.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions in Jackie’s name may be directed to Aulne Church or St. Luke Hospital. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Jackie at www.yazelmeglifh.com.

Jackie’s&nbsp;life began on March 20, 1928, in Enid, OK.&nbsp; She was the daughter of John and Blanche (Ware) Manuel. Jackie graduated from Peabody High School in 1946. That summer, on July 20, Jackie was united in marriage to Walter Hett at her parents’ home outside of Peabody, KS. Jackie and Walt then settled east of Marion where they ran their family farm and ranch.Besides being a full-time rancher, she had many other jobs including working at the El Dorado Livestock Auction and was bookkeeper for several businesses.&nbsp; Jackie enjoyed horseback riding, attending rodeos, and her grandkids’ sporting events.&nbsp; She loved playing cards in the evenings with several groups of friends, swimming, tending to her flowerbeds, traveling, and baking her famous cinnamon rolls.&nbsp; She loved her church family where she acted as treasurer for many years.&nbsp; Most of all, Jackie loved her family and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Jackie peacefully passed away at the age of 93 on Friday, March 18, 2022, at St. Luke Hospital in Marion, KS surrounded by her family. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Blanche, husband Walt, son Steve, and sisters Dorothy and Geraldine. She is survived by her daughters Melanie (Larry) Ensey, Melinda (Kendall) Helmer, and Melissa (Tim) O’Sullivan, grandchildren Kelley (Travis) Schafers, Amy (Mike) Russel, Ed Svitak, Jeremy (Tammy) Ensey, Jeff (Laura) Ensey, Jared (Kathy) Ensey, Joel (Laura) Ensey, Leslie (Seth) Beytien, Lauren (Tim) Hartland, Erica (Ron) DeMeritt, Emily (Noah) Carter, Ryan (Senushi) O’Sullivan, and Madeline (Mark Hayes) O’Sullivan, great-grandchildren Jay Dee, Emily, Trevor, Peyton, Paige, Abree, Zeke, Elizabeth, Julia, Aaron, Elise, Daniel, Ezra, Zane, Isaac, Vivian, Lucy, Adalyn, Avery, Nora, Gemma, Kai, Ari, Indi, Liv, Rowan, Finn, Lael, Sienna, and Rhys, and numerous nieces and nephews.Jackie’s Celebration of Life, led by Lucas Zurcher, will be held at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, March 20, 2022, at Aulne Church in Aulne, KS. Family will greet friends after the Celebration of Life.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions in Jackie’s name may be directed to Aulne Church or St. Luke Hospital. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Jackie at www.yazelmeglifh.com.

Jacqueline "Jackie" Louise Hett |1928-2022|

Tom W. Sadey, 72 of McPherson died Friday, March 18, 2022 at his home in McPherson, with his family by his side.&nbsp; He had been an auto mechanic for Lacy-Regehr Motors for 49 years and a resident of McPherson all his married life.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was born May 31, 1949 in McPherson,&nbsp; the son of Garland and Bernadine (Yeager) Sadey.&nbsp; He grew up on the farm north of Canton and graduated from Canton High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On May 22, 1971 Tom was united in marriage to Mary Fainter in Wichita and they were blessed with two daughters, Laurie and Karen.&nbsp; He was a member of Harmony Christian Church, McPherson.&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife of over 50 years, Mary;&nbsp; his two daughters,&nbsp; Laurie (John) Armstrong of Apple Valley,&nbsp; California and Karen (Jeremy) Gunter of McPherson; two brothers, Jim Sadey of Canton and Bill (Kathy) Sadey of Falun; a sister,&nbsp; Marie (Larry) Klinkerman, Canton; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service with inurnment in the Canton Township Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established with The McPherson County Humane Society, in care of Olson's Mortuary,&nbsp; Canton.&nbsp;

Tom W. Sadey, 72 of McPherson died Friday, March 18, 2022 at his home in McPherson, with his family by his side.&nbsp; He had been an auto mechanic for Lacy-Regehr Motors for 49 years and a resident of McPherson all his married life.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was born May 31, 1949 in McPherson,&nbsp; the son of Garland and Bernadine (Yeager) Sadey.&nbsp; He grew up on the farm north of Canton and graduated from Canton High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;On May 22, 1971 Tom was united in marriage to Mary Fainter in Wichita and they were blessed with two daughters, Laurie and Karen.&nbsp; He was a member of Harmony Christian Church, McPherson.&nbsp;Survivors include his wife of over 50 years, Mary;&nbsp; his two daughters,&nbsp; Laurie (John) Armstrong of Apple Valley,&nbsp; California and Karen (Jeremy) Gunter of McPherson; two brothers, Jim Sadey of Canton and Bill (Kathy) Sadey of Falun; a sister,&nbsp; Marie (Larry) Klinkerman, Canton; five grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A memorial service with inurnment in the Canton Township Cemetery will be held at a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;A memorial has been established with The McPherson County Humane Society, in care of Olson's Mortuary,&nbsp; Canton.&nbsp;

Tom W. Sadey |1949-2022|

Marilyn Rochelle Rose, 56, passed away February 24, 2022 in Haviland. She was born in Fredrick, OK. October 30, 1965 to John and Gene (Farris) Myers. Marilyn married Robin Rose January 29, 1983 at the Glendale United Methodist Church of Glendale. They were married for 39 years. Marilyn graduated from Pratt High School. She worked in the Deli Deparment at Dillons in Pratt and also the Haviland Care Center in Haviland, KS. She was a case Manager for Iriquois in Greensburg, KS. Marilyn enjoyed Crafts, making jackets and wreaths for family and friends. She attended the Methodist Church in Haviland and Pratt. She is survived by her husband Robin, sons, Matt (Jami) Rose of Alva, OK, Michael (Christan) Rose of Towanda; daughter, Melissa McDuff of Jacksonville, FL;. Her parents John (Gene) Myers, of Alva, OK. Brother, Michael (Julie) Myers; mother-in-law Mary Ann Rose, Pratt; and many neices and nephews. Grandchildren, Kanyon and Wyatt Culwell, Joey Clayton, Rylan, Westin and Jensen Rose, Josh Manderick, Jaylyn Scribner, Travis Hazelwood, Emma and Kobi Rose. Marilyn is preceded in death by her father-in-law, Fred Rose, grandparents Alton and Inabelle Farris, aunt Elaine Evans, and cousin Vicki Evans. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be 11:00 am Wednesday April 23, 2022 at the Haviland Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marilyn Rochelle Rose, 56, passed away February 24, 2022 in Haviland. She was born in Fredrick, OK. October 30, 1965 to John and Gene (Farris) Myers. Marilyn married Robin Rose January 29, 1983 at the Glendale United Methodist Church of Glendale. They were married for 39 years. Marilyn graduated from Pratt High School. She worked in the Deli Deparment at Dillons in Pratt and also the Haviland Care Center in Haviland, KS. She was a case Manager for Iriquois in Greensburg, KS. Marilyn enjoyed Crafts, making jackets and wreaths for family and friends. She attended the Methodist Church in Haviland and Pratt. She is survived by her husband Robin, sons, Matt (Jami) Rose of Alva, OK, Michael (Christan) Rose of Towanda; daughter, Melissa McDuff of Jacksonville, FL;. Her parents John (Gene) Myers, of Alva, OK. Brother, Michael (Julie) Myers; mother-in-law Mary Ann Rose, Pratt; and many neices and nephews. Grandchildren, Kanyon and Wyatt Culwell, Joey Clayton, Rylan, Westin and Jensen Rose, Josh Manderick, Jaylyn Scribner, Travis Hazelwood, Emma and Kobi Rose. Marilyn is preceded in death by her father-in-law, Fred Rose, grandparents Alton and Inabelle Farris, aunt Elaine Evans, and cousin Vicki Evans. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial service will be 11:00 am Wednesday April 23, 2022 at the Haviland Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Marilyn Rochelle Rose  |1965-2022| 

Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104. Graveside services will follow at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, KS with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.

Larry Joe Cushenbery, 63, died October 20, 2021 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born February 15, 1958 in Wichita to John and Laveta (Toole) Cushenbery. 

He married Yvonne West November 4, 1978 in Wichita. Survivors include: wife, Yvonne Cushenbery of rural Tampa; son Chad Cushenbery of Wichita. Predeceased by a son, Brett Cushenbery in 2003. A private graveside service will be held Friday, November 12, 2021 at Durham Park cemetery rural Durham officiated by Rev. Curtis Wiens. 

A public Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a later date. Memorials to Durham First Baptist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

UPDATE:Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. until 10:45 a.m. at Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104. Graveside services will follow at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 22, 2022 at Highland Cemetery, Medicine Lodge, KS with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.Larry Joe Cushenbery, 63, died October 20, 2021 at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born February 15, 1958 in Wichita to John and Laveta (Toole) Cushenbery. He married Yvonne West November 4, 1978 in Wichita. Survivors include: wife, Yvonne Cushenbery of rural Tampa; son Chad Cushenbery of Wichita. Predeceased by a son, Brett Cushenbery in 2003. A private graveside service will be held Friday, November 12, 2021 at Durham Park cemetery rural Durham officiated by Rev. Curtis Wiens. A public Celebration of Life Service will be announced at a later date. Memorials to Durham First Baptist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Larry Joe Cushenbery |1958-2021|

Richard W. Smith 81, died on March 15, 2022 at Paramount Health and Rehabilitation in Newton.&nbsp; He was born January 11, 1941 in Pueblo, Colorado the son of William V. and Pearl (Larsen) Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland, Kansas.

After school he went to work for the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, where he worked for 40 plus years.&nbsp; He took leave from the railroad and served two years in the army from 1963 to 1965. Following his active duty service he continued serving his country twenty seven years in the Army Reserves. &nbsp;Richard was a member of the American Legion Post #2, Newton.

Survivors include a brother Galen Smith (Betty), sisters Eleanor Sendek, and Crystal Black.

Graveside committal service will at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26. 2022 in the Restlawn Gardens of Memory rural Newton. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday March 25. 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.

Richard W. Smith 81, died on March 15, 2022 at Paramount Health and Rehabilitation in Newton.&nbsp; He was born January 11, 1941 in Pueblo, Colorado the son of William V. and Pearl (Larsen) Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland, Kansas.After school he went to work for the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, where he worked for 40 plus years.&nbsp; He took leave from the railroad and served two years in the army from 1963 to 1965. Following his active duty service he continued serving his country twenty seven years in the Army Reserves. &nbsp;Richard was a member of the American Legion Post #2, Newton.Survivors include a brother Galen Smith (Betty), sisters Eleanor Sendek, and Crystal Black.He is preceded in death by his parents.Graveside committal service will at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26. 2022 in the Restlawn Gardens of Memory rural Newton. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday March 25. 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.

Richard W. Smith  |1941-2022| 

Connie Jean Decker, of Issaquah, WA, died peacefully at Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill in Seattle, WA on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She was 85 years of age.

Connie Decker was born on February 25, 1936 in McPherson, the eldest daughter of Clarence and Bertha Tector. She was raised in Galva, Kansas, and graduated from Galva High School. Connie received a scholarship to Emporia State Teachers College, where she attended her freshman year. She later attended Lake Washington Vocational Technical School to receive Medical Secretary and Medical Assistant training. Connie worked in various fields, from a secretary at Air Force Contract Beech Aircraft Corporation in Wichita, to a medical office manager in Kirkland, Washington.

Connie married her high school sweetheart Irvin B. Decker on August 26, 1956. Connie’s husband Irvin served as a pilot with the United States Air Force from June 1959 to July 1964. After leaving the Air Force, Irvin and Connie moved their family to Bellevue, Washington, where Irvin was employed as a Production Test Pilot with the Seattle Boeing Company.

Connie was a devoted homemaker, raising her two daughters and volunteering with activities. She was a member of the Bellevue Newcomers Welcome Wagon Club, where she held the offices of Vice President and Secretary. She was also in a bowling league, Children’s Orthopedic Hospital Guild, and a Girl Scout Leader for her daughters’ Girl Scout Troop.

Throughout her adult life, Connie loved playing bridge. Connie also took up plastic canvas needlepoint and enjoyed making Barbie furniture for her granddaughters. Connie’s four grandchildren were her pride and joy. She cherished the time she spent with her daughters and their families on six cruises to Alaska (twice), Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, and New England &amp; Canada. She also enjoyed traveling with Irvin on his Boeing trips to Europe, Australia and Asia. After retirement in 1990, Irvin and Connie spent three years visiting all 48 contiguous states in their motorhome. They also traveled to Iceland and Greenland, one of Connie’s favorite trips. More than anything, Connie loved playing games with her daughters and their families at family reunions. She was thrilled to finally meet her great granddaughter Peyton at the most recent reunion on Whidbey Island last Memorial Day weekend.

Irvin and Connie moved to Providence Point, Issaquah in 1998. Connie made many new friends and enjoyed a variety of social activities, including bridge and hula dancing. Connie’s husband Irvin preceded her in death on June 13, 2010; Connie’s sister Shirley McKinney preceded her in death on October 4, 2020.

Survivors include her daughters, Brenda Asheim of Carnation, Washington; and Carla Smith of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; two brothers, Larry Tector of Galva; and Kendall Tector of Wichita; four grandchildren, Tara Saunders, Brenton Smith, Christine Smith and Brandon Asheim; and two great grandchildren, Peyton and Cade Saunders.

A private family graveside service and inurnment will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Empire Cemetery near Galva. &nbsp;A public reception and Celebration of Life gathering will be held from 12:30 – 2:30 PM, Saturday, March 26, in the McPherson Opera House Grand Ballroom.

Connie Jean Decker, of Issaquah, WA, died peacefully at Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill in Seattle, WA on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She was 85 years of age.Connie Decker was born on February 25, 1936 in McPherson, the eldest daughter of Clarence and Bertha Tector. She was raised in Galva, Kansas, and graduated from Galva High School. Connie received a scholarship to Emporia State Teachers College, where she attended her freshman year. She later attended Lake Washington Vocational Technical School to receive Medical Secretary and Medical Assistant training. Connie worked in various fields, from a secretary at Air Force Contract Beech Aircraft Corporation in Wichita, to a medical office manager in Kirkland, Washington.Connie married her high school sweetheart Irvin B. Decker on August 26, 1956. Connie’s husband Irvin served as a pilot with the United States Air Force from June 1959 to July 1964. After leaving the Air Force, Irvin and Connie moved their family to Bellevue, Washington, where Irvin was employed as a Production Test Pilot with the Seattle Boeing Company.Connie was a devoted homemaker, raising her two daughters and volunteering with activities. She was a member of the Bellevue Newcomers Welcome Wagon Club, where she held the offices of Vice President and Secretary. She was also in a bowling league, Children’s Orthopedic Hospital Guild, and a Girl Scout Leader for her daughters’ Girl Scout Troop.Throughout her adult life, Connie loved playing bridge. Connie also took up plastic canvas needlepoint and enjoyed making Barbie furniture for her granddaughters. Connie’s four grandchildren were her pride and joy. She cherished the time she spent with her daughters and their families on six cruises to Alaska (twice), Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, and New England &amp; Canada. She also enjoyed traveling with Irvin on his Boeing trips to Europe, Australia and Asia. After retirement in 1990, Irvin and Connie spent three years visiting all 48 contiguous states in their motorhome. They also traveled to Iceland and Greenland, one of Connie’s favorite trips. More than anything, Connie loved playing games with her daughters and their families at family reunions. She was thrilled to finally meet her great granddaughter Peyton at the most recent reunion on Whidbey Island last Memorial Day weekend.Irvin and Connie moved to Providence Point, Issaquah in 1998. Connie made many new friends and enjoyed a variety of social activities, including bridge and hula dancing. Connie’s husband Irvin preceded her in death on June 13, 2010; Connie’s sister Shirley McKinney preceded her in death on October 4, 2020.Survivors include her daughters, Brenda Asheim of Carnation, Washington; and Carla Smith of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; two brothers, Larry Tector of Galva; and Kendall Tector of Wichita; four grandchildren, Tara Saunders, Brenton Smith, Christine Smith and Brandon Asheim; and two great grandchildren, Peyton and Cade Saunders.A private family graveside service and inurnment will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Empire Cemetery near Galva. &nbsp;A public reception and Celebration of Life gathering will be held from 12:30 – 2:30 PM, Saturday, March 26, in the McPherson Opera House Grand Ballroom.

Connie Jean Decker  |1936-2022| 

Maryanne Elizabeth Webb, 86, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022, surrounded by family at Pleasant Hills, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and also was an office manager for Mustang Mobile Park and Smokey’s Industries.&nbsp;

Maryanne was born on June 6, 1935, in McPherson, the daughter of Lyndell Webster and Ina Josephine (Slabach) McDonald.&nbsp; She graduated from McPherson High School and attended McPherson College and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; On September 3, 1954, Maryanne was united in marriage to Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Webb in McPherson.&nbsp; They were married for 60 years before his passing on January 25, 2015.&nbsp;

She was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church.

Survivors include: three children, Michele Peel and husband, Kerry “Kap”, of Lafayette, CO, Kelli Dossett and husband, Mike, of McPherson; and Mike Webb and wife, Kristen, of Tucson, AZ; a brother, Robert McDonald of Wichita; ten grandchildren, Emily (Wade) Cherms, Trevor Dossett, Abe and Jake (Theresa) Tinsley, Molly and Henry Peel, Taylor, Spencer, Kalea, and Kaiya Webb; five great-grandchildren, Blake and Ella Jones, Fallon Webb, Judy Lynn Tinsley, and Ellie Peel; many special nieces &amp; nephews, extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Wayne McDonald, Clarence McDonald, and Lyndell McDonald, Jr.; and a sister, Velma Buehler.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 25, at the First Christian Church with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be held at a later date at McPherson Cemetery.

Maryanne Elizabeth Webb, 86, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 17, 2022, surrounded by family at Pleasant Hills, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was a homemaker and also was an office manager for Mustang Mobile Park and Smokey’s Industries.&nbsp;Maryanne was born on June 6, 1935, in McPherson, the daughter of Lyndell Webster and Ina Josephine (Slabach) McDonald.&nbsp; She graduated from McPherson High School and attended McPherson College and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; On September 3, 1954, Maryanne was united in marriage to Ronald “Ronnie” Dean Webb in McPherson.&nbsp; They were married for 60 years before his passing on January 25, 2015.&nbsp;She was a lifelong member of the First Christian Church.Survivors include: three children, Michele Peel and husband, Kerry “Kap”, of Lafayette, CO, Kelli Dossett and husband, Mike, of McPherson; and Mike Webb and wife, Kristen, of Tucson, AZ; a brother, Robert McDonald of Wichita; ten grandchildren, Emily (Wade) Cherms, Trevor Dossett, Abe and Jake (Theresa) Tinsley, Molly and Henry Peel, Taylor, Spencer, Kalea, and Kaiya Webb; five great-grandchildren, Blake and Ella Jones, Fallon Webb, Judy Lynn Tinsley, and Ellie Peel; many special nieces &amp; nephews, extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Wayne McDonald, Clarence McDonald, and Lyndell McDonald, Jr.; and a sister, Velma Buehler.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, March 25, at the First Christian Church with Rev. Lynn Scott officiating.&nbsp; Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will be held at a later date at McPherson Cemetery.

Maryanne Elizabeth Webb  |1935-2022| 

Carolyn Virginia Hovious, 85, of Hutchinson, died on March 15, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. She was born on April 13, 1936, in Wichita, to Cecil and Blanche (Johnson) Worley.

On June 18, 1955, Carolyn married Dale Warren Hovious in Hutchinson. They shared 60 years of marriage. He died on September 7, 2015.

Carolyn worked for many years at Singleton Joyce Optical. She attended Crossroads Christian Church and enjoyed volunteering and participating in activities at Elmdale and Delos V. Smith Senior Centers. She especially loved to play bingo!

After retiring, Dale and Carolyn loved to travel and spent many winters in Texas gathering for evenings of music and pot-luck dinners with friends. They truly loved spending time with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by daughters Kris Sallee (Dale), Hutchinson, and Lisa Shelton, Greenville, South Carolina; grandchildren Sarah Moreland (Kyle), Adam Sallee (Abby), Nathaniel Miklos, Amanda Miklos, Megan Hovious (Amber); great-grandchildren Emaline, Amelie, Eden, Jude, Ryan, Allison, Madelyn, Charlie, Ta’kota; and four siblings.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dale, son Rick, and eight siblings.

Memorial service will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the guestbook from 1:00 to 8:00 pm on Sunday, March 20 and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Monday, March 21 at Elliott Mortuary.

Carolyn Virginia Hovious, 85, of Hutchinson, died on March 15, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities. She was born on April 13, 1936, in Wichita, to Cecil and Blanche (Johnson) Worley.On June 18, 1955, Carolyn married Dale Warren Hovious in Hutchinson. They shared 60 years of marriage. He died on September 7, 2015.Carolyn worked for many years at Singleton Joyce Optical. She attended Crossroads Christian Church and enjoyed volunteering and participating in activities at Elmdale and Delos V. Smith Senior Centers. She especially loved to play bingo!After retiring, Dale and Carolyn loved to travel and spent many winters in Texas gathering for evenings of music and pot-luck dinners with friends. They truly loved spending time with their grandchildren and great-grandchildren.She is survived by daughters Kris Sallee (Dale), Hutchinson, and Lisa Shelton, Greenville, South Carolina; grandchildren Sarah Moreland (Kyle), Adam Sallee (Abby), Nathaniel Miklos, Amanda Miklos, Megan Hovious (Amber); great-grandchildren Emaline, Amelie, Eden, Jude, Ryan, Allison, Madelyn, Charlie, Ta’kota; and four siblings.Carolyn was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dale, son Rick, and eight siblings.Memorial service will be 1:00 pm Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the guestbook from 1:00 to 8:00 pm on Sunday, March 20 and 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Monday, March 21 at Elliott Mortuary.

Carolyn Virginia Hovious  |1936-2022| 

Hazel May Smith, 96, passed away March 17, 2022 at Schowalter Villa in Hesston. She was born January 31, 1926 in Limon, Colorado to Chester Jerome and Bessie Orva (Ingram) Overholser. 

She married Albert M. Smith Jr. August 22, 1944 in El Reno, Oklahoma. Survivors include: son, Albert Marion Smith Jr. of Peabody; daughter, Mary Ellen Avery of Peabody. Predeceased by: husband, Albert M. Smith Jr. in 2012; daughter, Anna Maria Bahre in 2018. 

Graveside service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Prairie Lawn cemetery in Peabody. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hazel May Smith, 96, passed away March 17, 2022 at Schowalter Villa in Hesston. She was born January 31, 1926 in Limon, Colorado to Chester Jerome and Bessie Orva (Ingram) Overholser. She married Albert M. Smith Jr. August 22, 1944 in El Reno, Oklahoma. Survivors include: son, Albert Marion Smith Jr. of Peabody; daughter, Mary Ellen Avery of Peabody. Predeceased by: husband, Albert M. Smith Jr. in 2012; daughter, Anna Maria Bahre in 2018. Graveside service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 23, 2022 at Prairie Lawn cemetery in Peabody. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Hazel May Smith  |1926-2022| 

Jennalee Joy Becker, 63, of Canton, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022 at her home.&nbsp; She was born August 30, 1958 in Hillsboro, the daughter of Harry D. and Lela (Jantz) Wedel.

She was a member of the United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Galva.

She attended schools at Durham, Lehigh and Hillsboro.

She was united in marriage to Ron Becker on April 25, 1982 at Durham.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Other survivors include her children, Erin (Kyle) Litwiller of Del Norte, Colorado, Cody (Becky) Becker of Nevada, Missouri, and Chad (Saige) Becker of Canton; mother, Lela Wedel of Moundridge; eleven grandchildren; and five sisters, Sheryle (Harry) Rhodes of Tampa, Jane (Warren) Unruh of Lehigh, Donita (Darrel) Rhodes of Tampa, Karleen (Kelly) Koehn of Galva, and Karletta (Merlin) Wiebe of Tampa.

Jennalee was preceded in death by her father; and father-in-law, Eldon Becker.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, March 20, 2022 at United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Galva.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 19, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jennalee Joy Becker, 63, of Canton, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022 at her home.&nbsp; She was born August 30, 1958 in Hillsboro, the daughter of Harry D. and Lela (Jantz) Wedel.She was a member of the United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Galva.She attended schools at Durham, Lehigh and Hillsboro.Jennalee was a devoted homemaker.She was united in marriage to Ron Becker on April 25, 1982 at Durham.&nbsp; He survives of the home.Other survivors include her children, Erin (Kyle) Litwiller of Del Norte, Colorado, Cody (Becky) Becker of Nevada, Missouri, and Chad (Saige) Becker of Canton; mother, Lela Wedel of Moundridge; eleven grandchildren; and five sisters, Sheryle (Harry) Rhodes of Tampa, Jane (Warren) Unruh of Lehigh, Donita (Darrel) Rhodes of Tampa, Karleen (Kelly) Koehn of Galva, and Karletta (Merlin) Wiebe of Tampa.Jennalee was preceded in death by her father; and father-in-law, Eldon Becker.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, March 20, 2022 at United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Galva.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m., Saturday, March 19, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jennalee Joy Becker  |1958-2022| 

Edith Elizabeth Lock Henderson, 101, died March 14, 2022, at Waldron Place, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 26, 1921, in Arlington, to Benjamin and Fannie (Sims) Lock.

Edith worked at Kress and Company from 1940 to 1946. She loved quilting, reading, and working puzzles. &nbsp;Edith belonged to Faith Quilters for over 30 years, “Perk Pals” coffee group, and volunteered for the American Heart Association from 1980 to 2003.&nbsp; Edith was a charter member of Faith United Methodist, belonged to United Methodist Women, and was named “Woman of the Year” in 1995 and 2007.&nbsp;

On January 25, 1943, she married Phillip A. Henderson, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He died August 12, 2008, after sharing 65 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Edith is survived by:&nbsp; her sons, Gary Henderson (Marcia), and Randy Henderson (Linda), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Jason Henderson, Joshua Henderson, Chad Henderson, Brent Henderson, Ben Beckman, and Brian Flowers; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandsons; sisters, Sandra West (Lee) of Hutchinson, and Mary Wallingford of Wichita; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband; infant son, Wayne Eugene Henderson; infant daughter, Carol Ann Henderson; daughter-in-law, Janet Henderson; brothers, Froman Lee, Billy Joe, James, and Cleo; and sisters, Bernadine Lock, Ailene Solida and Bertha Thompson.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Larry Brock officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Edith Elizabeth Lock Henderson, 101, died March 14, 2022, at Waldron Place, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 26, 1921, in Arlington, to Benjamin and Fannie (Sims) Lock.Edith worked at Kress and Company from 1940 to 1946. She loved quilting, reading, and working puzzles. &nbsp;Edith belonged to Faith Quilters for over 30 years, “Perk Pals” coffee group, and volunteered for the American Heart Association from 1980 to 2003.&nbsp; Edith was a charter member of Faith United Methodist, belonged to United Methodist Women, and was named “Woman of the Year” in 1995 and 2007.&nbsp;On January 25, 1943, she married Phillip A. Henderson, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He died August 12, 2008, after sharing 65 years of marriage.&nbsp;Edith is survived by:&nbsp; her sons, Gary Henderson (Marcia), and Randy Henderson (Linda), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Jason Henderson, Joshua Henderson, Chad Henderson, Brent Henderson, Ben Beckman, and Brian Flowers; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandsons; sisters, Sandra West (Lee) of Hutchinson, and Mary Wallingford of Wichita; and many loving nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; her husband; infant son, Wayne Eugene Henderson; infant daughter, Carol Ann Henderson; daughter-in-law, Janet Henderson; brothers, Froman Lee, Billy Joe, James, and Cleo; and sisters, Bernadine Lock, Ailene Solida and Bertha Thompson.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, March 21, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Larry Brock officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Edith Elizabeth Lock Henderson  |1921-2022| 

David Eugene Pounds, 57, passed away at his home in Hutchinson, Kansas on March 11, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in McPherson, on June 17, 1964 to Donald Pounds and Jessie ( Moralez) Pounds.

Cremation will take place.&nbsp; Arrangements are pending at this time for a celebration of life and will be announced at a later date.

David Eugene Pounds, 57, passed away at his home in Hutchinson, Kansas on March 11, 2022.&nbsp; He was born in McPherson, on June 17, 1964 to Donald Pounds and Jessie ( Moralez) Pounds.Cremation will take place.&nbsp; Arrangements are pending at this time for a celebration of life and will be announced at a later date.

David Eugene Pounds  |1964-2022| 

Kevin Ray Duer, 63, of Hutchinson, died March 15, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born August 12, 1958, in Hutchinson, to Laddie and Carolyn (Lappin) Duer.

Kevin graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1976. He was the manager for the Royal Apartments in Hutchinson. Kevin loved his teams: the Tennessee Titans, KU, and the Angels. He collected old newspapers and loved music, especially rock n roll.

He is survived by: daughter, Danielle Duer; sisters, Tanya Welch (Brannon), of Hutchinson Linda Boyd, of Newton; nephews, Colby Boyd, Newton, Trevor Thrash, Hutchinson; niece Tiara Boyd, Newton; and many great nieces and nephews.

Kevin was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Nick Duer; nephews, Travis Thrash and Zachary Boyd.

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

Kevin Ray Duer, 63, of Hutchinson, died March 15, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born August 12, 1958, in Hutchinson, to Laddie and Carolyn (Lappin) Duer.Kevin graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1976. He was the manager for the Royal Apartments in Hutchinson. Kevin loved his teams: the Tennessee Titans, KU, and the Angels. He collected old newspapers and loved music, especially rock n roll.He is survived by: daughter, Danielle Duer; sisters, Tanya Welch (Brannon), of Hutchinson Linda Boyd, of Newton; nephews, Colby Boyd, Newton, Trevor Thrash, Hutchinson; niece Tiara Boyd, Newton; and many great nieces and nephews.Kevin was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Nick Duer; nephews, Travis Thrash and Zachary Boyd.Cremation has taken place, there will be no services at this time.

Kevin Ray Duer  |1958-2022| 

Richard W. Smith 81, died on March 15, 2022 at Paramount Health and Rehabilitation in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 11, 1941 in Pueblo, Colorado the son of William V. and Pearl (Larsen) Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland.

After school he went to work for the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, where he worked for 40 plus years.&nbsp; He took leave from the railroad and served two years in the army from 1963 to 1965. Following his active duty service he continued serving his country twenty seven years in the Army Reserves. &nbsp;Richard was a member of the American Legion Post #2, Newton, Kansas.

Graveside committal service will at 11:00 a.m. Saturday March 26. 2022 in the Restlawn Gardens of Memory rural Newton. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday March 25. 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.

Richard W. Smith 81, died on March 15, 2022 at Paramount Health and Rehabilitation in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born January 11, 1941 in Pueblo, Colorado the son of William V. and Pearl (Larsen) Smith.&nbsp;&nbsp; He attended school in Goodland.After school he went to work for the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad, where he worked for 40 plus years.&nbsp; He took leave from the railroad and served two years in the army from 1963 to 1965. Following his active duty service he continued serving his country twenty seven years in the Army Reserves. &nbsp;Richard was a member of the American Legion Post #2, Newton, Kansas.Survivors include a brother Galen Smith (Betty), sisters Eleanor Sendek, and Crystal Black.He is preceded in death by his parents.Graveside committal service will at 11:00 a.m. Saturday March 26. 2022 in the Restlawn Gardens of Memory rural Newton. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday March 25. 2022 at Petersen Funeral Home.

Connie Decker was born on February 25, 1936 in McPherson, the eldest daughter of Clarence and Bertha Tector. She was raised in Galva, Kansas, and graduated from Galva High School. Connie received a scholarship to Emporia State Teachers College, where she attended her freshman year. She later attended Lake Washington Vocational Technical School to receive Medical Secretary and Medical Assistant training. Connie worked in various fields, from a secretary at Air Force Contract Beech Aircraft Corporation in Wichita, Kansas to a medical office manager in Kirkland, Washington.

Survivors include her daughters, Brenda Asheim of Carnation, Washington, and Carla Smith of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; two brothers, Larry Tector of Galva, Kansas, and Kendall Tector of Wichita, Kansas; four grandchildren, Tara Saunders, Brenton Smith, Christine Smith and Brandon Asheim; and two great grandchildren, Peyton and Cade Saunders.

A private family graveside service and inurnment will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Empire Cemetery near Galva, Kansas. &nbsp;A public reception and Celebration of Life gathering will be held from 12:30 – 2:30 PM, Saturday, March 26, in the McPherson Opera House Grand Ballroom.

Connie Jean Decker, of Issaquah, WA, died peacefully at Swedish Medical Center-Cherry Hill in Seattle, WA on Sunday, September 5, 2021. She was 85 years of age.Connie Decker was born on February 25, 1936 in McPherson, the eldest daughter of Clarence and Bertha Tector. She was raised in Galva, Kansas, and graduated from Galva High School. Connie received a scholarship to Emporia State Teachers College, where she attended her freshman year. She later attended Lake Washington Vocational Technical School to receive Medical Secretary and Medical Assistant training. Connie worked in various fields, from a secretary at Air Force Contract Beech Aircraft Corporation in Wichita, Kansas to a medical office manager in Kirkland, Washington.Connie married her high school sweetheart Irvin B. Decker on August 26, 1956. Connie’s husband Irvin served as a pilot with the United States Air Force from June 1959 to July 1964. After leaving the Air Force, Irvin and Connie moved their family to Bellevue, Washington, where Irvin was employed as a Production Test Pilot with the Seattle Boeing Company.Connie was a devoted homemaker, raising her two daughters and volunteering with activities. She was a member of the Bellevue Newcomers Welcome Wagon Club, where she held the offices of Vice President and Secretary. She was also in a bowling league, Children’s Orthopedic Hospital Guild, and a Girl Scout Leader for her daughters’ Girl Scout Troop.Throughout her adult life, Connie loved playing bridge. Connie also took up plastic canvas needlepoint and enjoyed making Barbie furniture for her granddaughters. Connie’s four grandchildren were her pride and joy. She cherished the time she spent with her daughters and their families on six cruises to Alaska (twice), Hawaii, Mexico, the Caribbean, and New England &amp; Canada. She also enjoyed traveling with Irvin on his Boeing trips to Europe, Australia and Asia. After retirement in 1990, Irvin and Connie spent three years visiting all 48 contiguous states in their motorhome. They also traveled to Iceland and Greenland, one of Connie’s favorite trips. More than anything, Connie loved playing games with her daughters and their families at family reunions. She was thrilled to finally meet her great granddaughter Peyton at the most recent reunion on Whidbey Island last Memorial Day weekend.Irvin and Connie moved to Providence Point, Issaquah in 1998. Connie made many new friends and enjoyed a variety of social activities, including bridge and hula dancing. Connie’s husband Irvin preceded her in death on June 13, 2010; Connie’s sister Shirley McKinney preceded her in death on October 4, 2020.Survivors include her daughters, Brenda Asheim of Carnation, Washington, and Carla Smith of Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota; two brothers, Larry Tector of Galva, Kansas, and Kendall Tector of Wichita, Kansas; four grandchildren, Tara Saunders, Brenton Smith, Christine Smith and Brandon Asheim; and two great grandchildren, Peyton and Cade Saunders.A private family graveside service and inurnment will be held Saturday, March 26, 2022 at Empire Cemetery near Galva, Kansas. &nbsp;A public reception and Celebration of Life gathering will be held from 12:30 – 2:30 PM, Saturday, March 26, in the McPherson Opera House Grand Ballroom.

Gary James Barber, 82, of Hutchinson, died March 15, 2022, at Pleasant Hills of Hutchinson. He was born June 14, 1939, in Des Moines, IA, to James and Alice (Murray) Barber.

Gary graduated from Rancho High School in Las Vegas, NV, in 1957 and the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 1968. He served in the United States Army from 1962-1964. Gary worked as an accountant in Las Vegas and Hutchinson. He enjoyed drawing cartoons and had several published. Gary loved baseball, especially the Royals and Yankees. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church.

On May 13, 1989, Gary married Jennifer N. “Jennie” (Fuller) Snell, in Hutchinson. She survives.

Also surviving are: son, Steven Barber of Hutchinson; stepdaughters, Jeanine Brannan (Richard) of Erie, Bonnie Westfahl (Charles) of Hutchinson, Theresa Faulkner (Matthew) of Kansas City, MO, stepson, Jeffrey Snell (Karna) of Buhler; grandchildren, Joshua and Jarrin Barber; great-grandson, Aiden Barber; 10 step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; and sister, Sharon Barber (Robert Snider) of Mesa, AZ.

He was preceded in death by his parents and stepson, James Snell.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Dr., with the Reverend Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.

Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday until the day of the service at Elliott Mortuary.

Gary James Barber, 82, of Hutchinson, died March 15, 2022, at Pleasant Hills of Hutchinson. He was born June 14, 1939, in Des Moines, IA, to James and Alice (Murray) Barber.Gary graduated from Rancho High School in Las Vegas, NV, in 1957 and the University of Nevada Las Vegas in 1968. He served in the United States Army from 1962-1964. Gary worked as an accountant in Las Vegas and Hutchinson. He enjoyed drawing cartoons and had several published. Gary loved baseball, especially the Royals and Yankees. He was a member of Grace Episcopal Church.On May 13, 1989, Gary married Jennifer N. “Jennie” (Fuller) Snell, in Hutchinson. She survives.Also surviving are: son, Steven Barber of Hutchinson; stepdaughters, Jeanine Brannan (Richard) of Erie, Bonnie Westfahl (Charles) of Hutchinson, Theresa Faulkner (Matthew) of Kansas City, MO, stepson, Jeffrey Snell (Karna) of Buhler; grandchildren, Joshua and Jarrin Barber; great-grandson, Aiden Barber; 10 step-grandchildren; 10 step-great-grandchildren; and sister, Sharon Barber (Robert Snider) of Mesa, AZ.He was preceded in death by his parents and stepson, James Snell.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022, at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Dr., with the Reverend Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating. The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Friday until the day of the service at Elliott Mortuary.

Gary James Barber  |1939-2022| 

Gary Edward “Papa” Dickinson, 73, of Hutchinson, died March 14, 2022, at his home. He was born January 25, 1949, in Hutchinson, to Russell B. and Helen E. (Haley) Dickinson.

Gary graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1967, Hutchinson Community College in 1969, and the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy in 1972. He owned Self Service Drugs from 1981 until 2005. Gary and Nyla also operated Kansas Depot, selling everything related to Thomas the Train. After retirement, he worked at the Kansas State Fair for 15 years. Gary was an avid Blue Dragon basketball fan and a religious water aerobics participant at the YMCA. He loved traveling and traveled to all 50 states and to Maui, Hawaii, every year with Nyla. Gary especially loved spending time with his family and supporting his grandchildren in their activities - he played music at Inman, Nickerson, and Hutchinson High school baseball games. He was a member of Downtown Hutchinson Kiwanis Club, serving as Club President and leading the Flag Project, and First United Methodist Church.

On May 15, 1981, Gary married Nyla K. Christian, in Hutchinson. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Noelle Regehr (Jeff) of Inman, Jeff Reece (fiancé Amy Ray) of Prairie Village, Jennifer Miller (Cody) of Benton, TN; grandchildren, Jake Regehr (Traci), Wyatt Regehr, Ethan, Erin, and Adaire Reece, Miranda Miller, Lane Miller (Haley); great-grandsons, Jaxson and Greyson Miller; and many extended family members.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Russell B. Dickinson, Jr., and in-laws, Leslie and Maybelle Christian.

Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2022, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Lerado Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with family present to receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. The service will be livestreamed and the link to view it will be in his obituary on Elliott’s website.

Gary Edward “Papa” Dickinson, 73, of Hutchinson, died March 14, 2022, at his home. He was born January 25, 1949, in Hutchinson, to Russell B. and Helen E. (Haley) Dickinson.Gary graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1967, Hutchinson Community College in 1969, and the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy in 1972. He owned Self Service Drugs from 1981 until 2005. Gary and Nyla also operated Kansas Depot, selling everything related to Thomas the Train. After retirement, he worked at the Kansas State Fair for 15 years. Gary was an avid Blue Dragon basketball fan and a religious water aerobics participant at the YMCA. He loved traveling and traveled to all 50 states and to Maui, Hawaii, every year with Nyla. Gary especially loved spending time with his family and supporting his grandchildren in their activities - he played music at Inman, Nickerson, and Hutchinson High school baseball games. He was a member of Downtown Hutchinson Kiwanis Club, serving as Club President and leading the Flag Project, and First United Methodist Church.On May 15, 1981, Gary married Nyla K. Christian, in Hutchinson. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Noelle Regehr (Jeff) of Inman, Jeff Reece (fiancé Amy Ray) of Prairie Village, Jennifer Miller (Cody) of Benton, TN; grandchildren, Jake Regehr (Traci), Wyatt Regehr, Ethan, Erin, and Adaire Reece, Miranda Miller, Lane Miller (Haley); great-grandsons, Jaxson and Greyson Miller; and many extended family members.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Russell B. Dickinson, Jr., and in-laws, Leslie and Maybelle Christian.Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2022, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Lerado Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with family present to receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary. The service will be livestreamed and the link to view it will be in his obituary on Elliott’s website.

Gary Edward “Papa” Dickinson  |1949-2022| 

Gerald Dwight Hornbaker of Hutchinson
died on March 15, 2022, at age 94. He was born on October 16, 1927, near
Darlow, the son of Vernon Wesner and Laura Rundell Hornbaker. 

On August
8, 1950, he was married to Helen Fast Hornbaker at Zoar Mennonite Brethren
Church near Inman. His service will be held at the Hutchinson Funeral Chapel,
300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 1:00 PM.
Interment will be at the Pleasant View Cemetery south of Hutchinson.

Gerald graduated from Partridge High
School and Emporia State Teachers College, and was a Kansas educator for 38
years. The last 27 years of his career were spent with the Lyons School
District, where he served as a District Administrator and Elementary Principal
at Park School and on Kansas State textbook committees.

A lifetime member of Kiwanis
International, Gerald served as President of the Lyons club. He loved to sing
in the church choir and men’s gospel quartets. He played and coached basketball
and enjoyed rooting for K-State, KU, and the Royals. Each fall, when younger,
he could be found walking fields, hunting pheasants with his sons. He prided
himself on his lawn care and gardening. His sense of humor was infectious.

He leaves to mourn: sons Gordon
(Susan) Hornbaker of Elizabeth, Colorado, and Ron (Kaori) Hornbaker of Austin,
Texas; grandchildren Angela (Dave) Kerschen, Traci Hornbaker, Laura (Jason)
Smith, Grant Hornbaker, Lydia Hornbaker, and Colson Hornbaker. He is also
survived by five great-grandchildren, and by one sister, Esther White of
Haviland. He was preceded in death by his parents, eleven siblings, his wife,
and eldest son, Garret.

Gerald Dwight Hornbaker of Hutchinson
died on March 15, 2022, at age 94. He was born on October 16, 1927, near
Darlow, the son of Vernon Wesner and Laura Rundell Hornbaker. On August
8, 1950, he was married to Helen Fast Hornbaker at Zoar Mennonite Brethren
Church near Inman. His service will be held at the Hutchinson Funeral Chapel,
300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, on Monday, March 21, 2022 at 1:00 PM.
Interment will be at the Pleasant View Cemetery south of Hutchinson.Gerald graduated from Partridge High
School and Emporia State Teachers College, and was a Kansas educator for 38
years. The last 27 years of his career were spent with the Lyons School
District, where he served as a District Administrator and Elementary Principal
at Park School and on Kansas State textbook committees.A lifetime member of Kiwanis
International, Gerald served as President of the Lyons club. He loved to sing
in the church choir and men’s gospel quartets. He played and coached basketball
and enjoyed rooting for K-State, KU, and the Royals. Each fall, when younger,
he could be found walking fields, hunting pheasants with his sons. He prided
himself on his lawn care and gardening. His sense of humor was infectious.He leaves to mourn: sons Gordon
(Susan) Hornbaker of Elizabeth, Colorado, and Ron (Kaori) Hornbaker of Austin,
Texas; grandchildren Angela (Dave) Kerschen, Traci Hornbaker, Laura (Jason)
Smith, Grant Hornbaker, Lydia Hornbaker, and Colson Hornbaker. He is also
survived by five great-grandchildren, and by one sister, Esther White of
Haviland. He was preceded in death by his parents, eleven siblings, his wife,
and eldest son, Garret.

Gerald Dwight Hornbaker  |1927-2022| 

Joseph Lee Trimm Sr., 82, of Abbyville, died on March 10, 2022, at his home. He was born April 8, 1939, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Joseph and Luella (Voulmer) Trimm.

Joe worked for many years at Morton Salt and then as a newspaper carrier for the Hutchinson News. He loved to watch all sports on TV, especially football. Joe used to take many fishing trips with his wife, Shirley. He loved spending time with friends and family.

In November 1983, he married Shirley Ann Williams, in Hutchinson. They shared 40 years together.

Joe is survived by: wife, Shirley Trimm, Abbyville; daughters, Teresa Trimm, Oregon, Dawna Reske (Frank), Massachusetts, Cindy Perez (Tony), Arizona; son, Joseph Trimm Jr. (Billie Jean), Oklahoma; stepdaughters, Sonya Yorgenson, Kansas City, Margret Sellers, Abbyville; stepson, Michael Miller, Kansas City; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, one great great-grandchild; brothers Garvin Trimm, Warren “Beano” Trimm; and sister, Annie Irwin.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; sisters, Susan and Sandra; brother, David; stepdaughter, April Ann Miller; and grandson, Troy.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. April 1, 2022, at Abbyville Community Church. Burial will follow in Abbyville Cemetery.

Joseph Lee Trimm Sr., 82, of Abbyville, died on March 10, 2022, at his home. He was born April 8, 1939, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to Joseph and Luella (Voulmer) Trimm.Joe worked for many years at Morton Salt and then as a newspaper carrier for the Hutchinson News. He loved to watch all sports on TV, especially football. Joe used to take many fishing trips with his wife, Shirley. He loved spending time with friends and family.In November 1983, he married Shirley Ann Williams, in Hutchinson. They shared 40 years together.Joe is survived by: wife, Shirley Trimm, Abbyville; daughters, Teresa Trimm, Oregon, Dawna Reske (Frank), Massachusetts, Cindy Perez (Tony), Arizona; son, Joseph Trimm Jr. (Billie Jean), Oklahoma; stepdaughters, Sonya Yorgenson, Kansas City, Margret Sellers, Abbyville; stepson, Michael Miller, Kansas City; 19 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, one great great-grandchild; brothers Garvin Trimm, Warren “Beano” Trimm; and sister, Annie Irwin.He was preceded in death by: his parents; sisters, Susan and Sandra; brother, David; stepdaughter, April Ann Miller; and grandson, Troy.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. April 1, 2022, at Abbyville Community Church. Burial will follow in Abbyville Cemetery.

Joseph Lee Trimm Sr.  |1939-2022| 

Susan Mary Storm, 74, of Hutchinson, died March 8, 2022, at her home. She was born January 31, 1948, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, to Edward and Elizabeth Moran.

Susan grew up in Wakefield and attended St. Joseph Catholic School and Wakefield High School, graduating in 1966. She began her career with a telephone company in Boston before moving to Kansas and worked in telecommunications for 50 years before retiring AT&amp;T.&nbsp;

On October 9, 1976, Susan married Richard “Don” Storm in Hutchinson. They shared 37 years together before he passed away on June 12, 2014.

Susan is survived by: sons, Richard Storm Jr., Wilmington, Delaware, Mark Storm, Kansas City, Missouri; daughters, Lori Hall (LaBan), Toni Landon (Terry), Tracy Jenkins (Randy), all of Hutchinson; ten grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Michael Moran (Edith), Benita Olivieri (Joseph), Patricia MacKenzie (Kevin), Timothy Moran (Colleen), Elizabeth Moran, Kelly Wood (David); and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Don Storm; and brother, Jeffery Moran.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2022, in La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and &nbsp;Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Susan Mary Storm, 74, of Hutchinson, died March 8, 2022, at her home. She was born January 31, 1948, in Wakefield, Massachusetts, to Edward and Elizabeth Moran.Susan grew up in Wakefield and attended St. Joseph Catholic School and Wakefield High School, graduating in 1966. She began her career with a telephone company in Boston before moving to Kansas and worked in telecommunications for 50 years before retiring AT&amp;T.&nbsp;On October 9, 1976, Susan married Richard “Don” Storm in Hutchinson. They shared 37 years together before he passed away on June 12, 2014.Susan is survived by: sons, Richard Storm Jr., Wilmington, Delaware, Mark Storm, Kansas City, Missouri; daughters, Lori Hall (LaBan), Toni Landon (Terry), Tracy Jenkins (Randy), all of Hutchinson; ten grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Michael Moran (Edith), Benita Olivieri (Joseph), Patricia MacKenzie (Kevin), Timothy Moran (Colleen), Elizabeth Moran, Kelly Wood (David); and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Don Storm; and brother, Jeffery Moran.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 2022, in La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and &nbsp;Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Susan Mary Storm  |1948-2022| 

Ronald “Ron” Lyn Freeman, 77, passed away Monday, March 14, 2022. He was born June 24, 1944 in Medicine Lodge to Archie Levi and Ruby Inez (Hart) Freeman. Ron attended Sun City Schools and graduated in 1962. On September 20, 1963, Ron married Donna Harrison in Medicine Lodge. From that union, 3 children were born, Chris, Ricky and LaRona. They were divorced in 1984. After high school, he went directly into the work force and eventually settled into a job in Winfield, working at the local Coop where he advanced to the assistant Manager position. After 12 years, he moved the family to Mullinville, where he became the manager of the Mullinville Equity Exchange. He worked there for 18 years before taking early retirement at the age of 55 to enjoy other interests. One of those interests lead him to become a Kiowa County Commissioner and he held that office for 12 years. Although Ron’s favorite sport was basketball, his pitching skills on the baseball field lead him to be scouted by the St. Louis Cardinals. Ron obtained his pilot’s license and loved to fly. His love for motorcycles allowed him to enjoy many adventures such as riding to all 105 Kansas county Courthouses and riding to Alaska. After his riding days slowed, Ron could be found at his second home which was any number of casinos in the area. He loved to gamble, usually playing Mississippi Stud, and luck found him many times. He was always known for bring the lottery tickets to family events and spreading the possible “wealth”. Ron enjoy traveling with many friends and his long-time companion, Jeanne Carson. Their trips took them from coast to coast, into Mexico and Canada and a trip to Alaska. Ron is survived by his Sons; Chris (Tammy) Freeman of Wichita and Ricky (D.J.) Freeman of Gossel; Daughter LaRona “Ronni” (Darrin) Smith of Pratt; Brother, Terry (Gretchen) Freeman of Colwich; Grandchildren; Abigail Lloyd of Manhattan; Luke Freeman of Hutchinson; Adison Welch of Colby; Garret (Layne) Smith and Great-Granddaughter, Sayler of Great Bend. Ron is preceeded in death by his parents; Two Brothers, Claude Freeman and Marion Lee “Toby” Freeman and Longtime companion, Jeanne Carson. Visitation will be Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt. Funeral Service and burial will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Hillcrest Cemetery, Mullinville.

Ronald “Ron” Lyn Freeman, 77, passed away Monday, March 14, 2022. He was born June 24, 1944 in Medicine Lodge to Archie Levi and Ruby Inez (Hart) Freeman. Ron attended Sun City Schools and graduated in 1962. On September 20, 1963, Ron married Donna Harrison in Medicine Lodge. From that union, 3 children were born, Chris, Ricky and LaRona. They were divorced in 1984. After high school, he went directly into the work force and eventually settled into a job in Winfield, working at the local Coop where he advanced to the assistant Manager position. After 12 years, he moved the family to Mullinville, where he became the manager of the Mullinville Equity Exchange. He worked there for 18 years before taking early retirement at the age of 55 to enjoy other interests. One of those interests lead him to become a Kiowa County Commissioner and he held that office for 12 years. Although Ron’s favorite sport was basketball, his pitching skills on the baseball field lead him to be scouted by the St. Louis Cardinals. Ron obtained his pilot’s license and loved to fly. His love for motorcycles allowed him to enjoy many adventures such as riding to all 105 Kansas county Courthouses and riding to Alaska. After his riding days slowed, Ron could be found at his second home which was any number of casinos in the area. He loved to gamble, usually playing Mississippi Stud, and luck found him many times. He was always known for bring the lottery tickets to family events and spreading the possible “wealth”. Ron enjoy traveling with many friends and his long-time companion, Jeanne Carson. Their trips took them from coast to coast, into Mexico and Canada and a trip to Alaska. Ron is survived by his Sons; Chris (Tammy) Freeman of Wichita and Ricky (D.J.) Freeman of Gossel; Daughter LaRona “Ronni” (Darrin) Smith of Pratt; Brother, Terry (Gretchen) Freeman of Colwich; Grandchildren; Abigail Lloyd of Manhattan; Luke Freeman of Hutchinson; Adison Welch of Colby; Garret (Layne) Smith and Great-Granddaughter, Sayler of Great Bend. Ron is preceeded in death by his parents; Two Brothers, Claude Freeman and Marion Lee “Toby” Freeman and Longtime companion, Jeanne Carson. Visitation will be Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt. Funeral Service and burial will be held on Saturday, March 19, 2022 at 1:00 PM at Hillcrest Cemetery, Mullinville.

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