Robert Joe “Bob” Jones, 78, of Haven, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born January 2, 1944 in Hobart, Oklahoma, the son of Loyal and Reba (Moore) Jones.

He worked for Panhandle Eastern as an operator for 37 years in Haven.

Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting and anything involving guns.

Bob was united in marriage to Judy Williams in 1980.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his three sons, BJ (Teresa) Jones of Mt. Hope, Jeff (Nikki) Jones of Suppesville, and Mike (Deanna) Jones of Mulvane; four stepsons, Randy Wulf, Rick (Lori) Wulf, Russ (Sheila) Wulf, and Rob Wulf, all of Cheney; seventeen grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren, plus one on the way; and sister, Linda Baker of Lindsborg.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Loyal and Reba Jones.

Services are pending and will be announced later.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert Joe “Bob” Jones, 78, of Haven, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born January 2, 1944 in Hobart, Oklahoma, the son of Loyal and Reba (Moore) Jones.He worked for Panhandle Eastern as an operator for 37 years in Haven.Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting and anything involving guns.Bob was united in marriage to Judy Williams in 1980.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Other survivors include his three sons, BJ (Teresa) Jones of Mt. Hope, Jeff (Nikki) Jones of Suppesville, and Mike (Deanna) Jones of Mulvane; four stepsons, Randy Wulf, Rick (Lori) Wulf, Russ (Sheila) Wulf, and Rob Wulf, all of Cheney; seventeen grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren, plus one on the way; and sister, Linda Baker of Lindsborg.Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Loyal and Reba Jones.Services are pending and will be announced later.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert "Bob" Joe Jones |1944-2022|

Leona Pearl Breeze Altenbaumer, age 97, passed away January 15, 2022, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.

She was born July 5, 1924, in Preston, Kansas. Leona was a telephone operator in Preston, until she married Leonard Altenbaumer, November 15, 1946. He preceded her in death on November 22, 2007.

Leona and Leonard lived on their farm in Rice County for 29 years, until they moved to Hutchinson.&nbsp; She worked at Sears in maintenance agreements and then as a product demonstrator for 30 years, most of that at Walmart.

Leona was a survivor of childhood polio, which prevented the use of her right arm, but that never stopped her. From being a farmer’s wife, mother, homemaker, and her jobs outside the home, Leona accomplished it all, even driving stick shift trucks during harvest.

Leona was proud of her membership to Salem United Methodist Church, and the many lifelong friends she had there, as well as friends and bingo at Delos V. Smith Senior Citizen’s Center.

At 97, she has outlived her parents and all of her siblings, and is the last of her generation on the Altenbaumer side. &nbsp;Leona is survived by: her children, Len Altenbaumer, Hutchinson, and Linda Altenbaumer, Sun City Arizona; nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews.

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the many staff members at Thorne Care Center who cared for Leona during her many years as a resident. &nbsp;Some staff were with her from day one, and their care and compassion gave the family great comfort.

Cremation has taken place. A private inurnment will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Leona Pearl Breeze Altenbaumer, age 97, passed away January 15, 2022, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson.She was born July 5, 1924, in Preston, Kansas. Leona was a telephone operator in Preston, until she married Leonard Altenbaumer, November 15, 1946. He preceded her in death on November 22, 2007.Leona and Leonard lived on their farm in Rice County for 29 years, until they moved to Hutchinson.&nbsp; She worked at Sears in maintenance agreements and then as a product demonstrator for 30 years, most of that at Walmart.Leona was a survivor of childhood polio, which prevented the use of her right arm, but that never stopped her. From being a farmer’s wife, mother, homemaker, and her jobs outside the home, Leona accomplished it all, even driving stick shift trucks during harvest.Leona was proud of her membership to Salem United Methodist Church, and the many lifelong friends she had there, as well as friends and bingo at Delos V. Smith Senior Citizen’s Center.At 97, she has outlived her parents and all of her siblings, and is the last of her generation on the Altenbaumer side. &nbsp;Leona is survived by: her children, Len Altenbaumer, Hutchinson, and Linda Altenbaumer, Sun City Arizona; nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and great-nephews.The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to the many staff members at Thorne Care Center who cared for Leona during her many years as a resident. &nbsp;Some staff were with her from day one, and their care and compassion gave the family great comfort.Cremation has taken place. A private inurnment will take place at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Leona Pearl Breeze Altenbaumer |1924-2022|


Patricia “Patty” Miller, animal lover and humanitarian, died of
Lymphoma Thursday, Jan 13, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS in
full knowledge that she would be welcomed into the saving arms of her
Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; The memorial service will be
held on January 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel,
300 East 30th Ave., Hutchinson, Kansas; visitation with family will
occur between 09:00 to 10:30 before the service.

Patrica
“Patty” Ruth Haflich was born in 1948 in LaJunta, Colorado, to
Richard and LaVida (Witt) Haflich. She graduated from Hutchinson HS
in 1966 and entered the work force. She said while at her first job
she learned she was expected to be at work during established hours
and for the whole week!&nbsp; Upon being fired, she realized they
were serious. To her credit, she was later rehired with the
understanding compliance with company rules was necessary. This
experience led her to successfully complete 37 years of employment
with RL Polk where she was publicly recognized by the company for her
strong work ethic and professionalism. In 1968 she married Robert
Miller but later divorced in 1971.&nbsp;

Patty
was an engaged member of Faith Baptist Church in Hutchinson. She&nbsp;
enjoyed gardening and rescuing stray animals, providing them a loving
home. Her heart for others was equaled by her dexterity with needle
and thread - knitting, crocheting, and needlework - and free-hand
painting. She was a strong-willed, loving and compassionate woman
with a whimsical sense of humor.

In
Patty’s final weeks and months, she was cared for by her friends,
including attending her at Hospice House. The love, care and
compassion shown by Rowdena, Janet, Rebecca, and Darla eased her pain
and discomfort. She was preceded in death by her parents and
grandparents. She is survived by her brother, Ronald Haflich (Lanna)
of Holdrege, NE, and step-brother Fay Ahrens (Cindy) of Grannis, AR;
five nieces and nephews; 12 great-nieces and nephews; and a
great-great niece and great-great nephew as well as numerous cousins
and loving friends.

As
Patty whimsically said shortly before she died, “That’s all
folks.”

Patricia “Patty” Miller, animal lover and humanitarian, died of
Lymphoma Thursday, Jan 13, 2022 at Hospice House in Hutchinson, KS in
full knowledge that she would be welcomed into the saving arms of her
Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; The memorial service will be
held on January 21, 2022 at 10:30 a.m., at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel,
300 East 30th Ave., Hutchinson, Kansas; visitation with family will
occur between 09:00 to 10:30 before the service.Patrica
“Patty” Ruth Haflich was born in 1948 in LaJunta, Colorado, to
Richard and LaVida (Witt) Haflich. She graduated from Hutchinson HS
in 1966 and entered the work force. She said while at her first job
she learned she was expected to be at work during established hours
and for the whole week!&nbsp; Upon being fired, she realized they
were serious. To her credit, she was later rehired with the
understanding compliance with company rules was necessary. This
experience led her to successfully complete 37 years of employment
with RL Polk where she was publicly recognized by the company for her
strong work ethic and professionalism. In 1968 she married Robert
Miller but later divorced in 1971.&nbsp;Patty
was an engaged member of Faith Baptist Church in Hutchinson. She&nbsp;
enjoyed gardening and rescuing stray animals, providing them a loving
home. Her heart for others was equaled by her dexterity with needle
and thread - knitting, crocheting, and needlework - and free-hand
painting. She was a strong-willed, loving and compassionate woman
with a whimsical sense of humor.In
Patty’s final weeks and months, she was cared for by her friends,
including attending her at Hospice House. The love, care and
compassion shown by Rowdena, Janet, Rebecca, and Darla eased her pain
and discomfort. She was preceded in death by her parents and
grandparents. She is survived by her brother, Ronald Haflich (Lanna)
of Holdrege, NE, and step-brother Fay Ahrens (Cindy) of Grannis, AR;
five nieces and nephews; 12 great-nieces and nephews; and a
great-great niece and great-great nephew as well as numerous cousins
and loving friends.As
Patty whimsically said shortly before she died, “That’s all
folks.”

Patricia “Patty” Miller |1948-2022|

David Brenner, 96, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. David was born in Massillon, Ohio on February 7, 1925 to Raymond and Elsie (Eckard) Brenner.

 David spent his early years working with his father and grandfather as a dairy farmer on the family farm in North Lawrence, Ohio. He graduated from Washington High School in Massillon as part of the 1943 class.

In 1949 David met the first love of his life, Josephine Bergner, when she travelled from Pratt, to Massillon to visit her Uncle Will Swanson. One day, her uncle took Josephine on a sightseeing trip around the Massillon area and they stopped to visit the Brenner dairy farm in North Lawrence. It was there that David met Josephine. David and Josephine went on to marry in Cairo, on Oct 1, 1950. David continued working in the family dairy farming business but also studied at the University of Akron where he received a bachelor’s degree in 1966. Anxious to begin a career as a teacher, he received and accepted a job offer from the Hemet School District in California in 1967. He, Josephine and their three sons packed up the family pick-up truck and headed off to Hemet, California where David lived for the next 42 years. Over those years, he pursued varied interests, first as a math teacher at Hemet High School, then as a foreman at Skyline Manufactured Homes, and later as a financial consultant. In 2001, David and Josephine moved back to Ohio and lived next to the old family farm. It was shortly thereafter that Josephine passed away unexpectedly and David was living alone for the first time in his life. Years later, he met the second love of his life, Shirley (Caddes) Resh, at the First United Methodist Church in Massillon. David and Shirley married in 2015 and shared many happy times over their years together.

David loved to watch sports, track the stock market, talk about his collection of model trains, and eat Shirley’s home-baked cookies. He loved to discuss the latest Ohio State, Indians or Browns games and was always interested in finding out what was happening in your neck of the woods. He enjoyed talking about politics, philosophy and debating life’s toughest questions. David was a wonderful treasure to his family and those who knew him. He was blessed with many good friends through his school, farming and his church, and his family and friends were equally blessed to have had him in their lives. He will live forever in their hearts. Left to cherish David’s memory are his wife Shirley, sons Chris (Donna) Brenner, Stuart (Arlene) Brenner, Arin (Conni) Brenner and grandchildren Andrew, Reid and Baylie. His family and friends take comfort in knowing he is in the presence of his Lord and savior Jesus Christ.

David will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in Pratt, Kansas. A celebration of David’s life will be held following the 10:30 AM church service at First United Methodist Church in Massillon, OH on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Family and friends are invited to share a meal and their memories of David.&nbsp; &nbsp;

David Brenner, 96, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. David was born in Massillon, Ohio on February 7, 1925 to Raymond and Elsie (Eckard) Brenner. David spent his early years working with his father and grandfather as a dairy farmer on the family farm in North Lawrence, Ohio. He graduated from Washington High School in Massillon as part of the 1943 class. In 1949 David met the first love of his life, Josephine Bergner, when she travelled from Pratt, to Massillon to visit her Uncle Will Swanson. One day, her uncle took Josephine on a sightseeing trip around the Massillon area and they stopped to visit the Brenner dairy farm in North Lawrence. It was there that David met Josephine. David and Josephine went on to marry in Cairo, on Oct 1, 1950. David continued working in the family dairy farming business but also studied at the University of Akron where he received a bachelor’s degree in 1966. Anxious to begin a career as a teacher, he received and accepted a job offer from the Hemet School District in California in 1967. He, Josephine and their three sons packed up the family pick-up truck and headed off to Hemet, California where David lived for the next 42 years. Over those years, he pursued varied interests, first as a math teacher at Hemet High School, then as a foreman at Skyline Manufactured Homes, and later as a financial consultant. In 2001, David and Josephine moved back to Ohio and lived next to the old family farm. It was shortly thereafter that Josephine passed away unexpectedly and David was living alone for the first time in his life. Years later, he met the second love of his life, Shirley (Caddes) Resh, at the First United Methodist Church in Massillon. David and Shirley married in 2015 and shared many happy times over their years together. David loved to watch sports, track the stock market, talk about his collection of model trains, and eat Shirley’s home-baked cookies. He loved to discuss the latest Ohio State, Indians or Browns games and was always interested in finding out what was happening in your neck of the woods. He enjoyed talking about politics, philosophy and debating life’s toughest questions. David was a wonderful treasure to his family and those who knew him. He was blessed with many good friends through his school, farming and his church, and his family and friends were equally blessed to have had him in their lives. He will live forever in their hearts. Left to cherish David’s memory are his wife Shirley, sons Chris (Donna) Brenner, Stuart (Arlene) Brenner, Arin (Conni) Brenner and grandchildren Andrew, Reid and Baylie. His family and friends take comfort in knowing he is in the presence of his Lord and savior Jesus Christ. David will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery on Friday, January 21, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. in Pratt, Kansas. A celebration of David’s life will be held following the 10:30 AM church service at First United Methodist Church in Massillon, OH on Sunday, February 6, 2022. Family and friends are invited to share a meal and their memories of David.&nbsp; &nbsp;

David Brenner  |1925-2022|

Reatha Ellen Clark, 96, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Pratt Health and Rehab. She was born on December 4, 1925 in Zenda to Edward and Mary (Mercer) Tatro. She was baptised in 1938 at Methodist Episcopal Church. She married Elwood Culver in 1941 and lived in Zenda for about four years and then moved to Pratt. They had three children Carlotta, Roger and Marsha. They divorced in 1962. She married Walter Clark in 1979 and he passed away in 2011. They had lived in Enid, Oklahoma together and Reatha continued to lived there until 2014 when she moved back to Pratt. She lived at Hillside Terrace until she had to go to Pratt Health and Rehab. She was a good student and carried a grade average of 91% and also received a certificate of merit for bookkeeping. She also played softball. She was a healthcare worker and retired from Enid State School. She is survived by her daughter, Carlotta Liska of Eudora; sister, Louise Gould of Pratt; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Reatha is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Clark; parents; son, Roger Culver; daughter, Marsha Ann Ford; brothers, Clam Tatro, Gene Tatro, Bill Tatro, Frank Tatro and Dick Tatro. Visitation will be Monday, January 17, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Sunset Cemetery, Cullison with John Hamm presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reatha Ellen Clark, 96, passed away Friday, January 14, 2022 at Pratt Health and Rehab. She was born on December 4, 1925 in Zenda to Edward and Mary (Mercer) Tatro. She was baptised in 1938 at Methodist Episcopal Church. She married Elwood Culver in 1941 and lived in Zenda for about four years and then moved to Pratt. They had three children Carlotta, Roger and Marsha. They divorced in 1962. She married Walter Clark in 1979 and he passed away in 2011. They had lived in Enid, Oklahoma together and Reatha continued to lived there until 2014 when she moved back to Pratt. She lived at Hillside Terrace until she had to go to Pratt Health and Rehab. She was a good student and carried a grade average of 91% and also received a certificate of merit for bookkeeping. She also played softball. She was a healthcare worker and retired from Enid State School. She is survived by her daughter, Carlotta Liska of Eudora; sister, Louise Gould of Pratt; and many grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren. Reatha is preceded in death by her husband, Walter Clark; parents; son, Roger Culver; daughter, Marsha Ann Ford; brothers, Clam Tatro, Gene Tatro, Bill Tatro, Frank Tatro and Dick Tatro. Visitation will be Monday, January 17, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 18, 2022 at Sunset Cemetery, Cullison with John Hamm presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reatha Ellen Clark  |1925-2022|

Donald Forest “Butch” Bruning, 93, of Sterling, passed away January 13, 2022, at Sterling Village, Sterling. He was born February 23, 1928, in Hutchinson, the son of Andy and Hazel Wendt Bruning. 

Butch has resided in Sterling since 1949, formerly of Nickerson. He graduated from Nickerson High School with the class of 1946 and attended University of Kansas for one semester. Butch worked with his father-in-law, C.E. Alspaugh, as a route driver at Sterling Ice Cream Company. He also worked for Michigan-Wisconsin Pipeline, and later started his own business, Don’s Ditching Service, which he operated for many years until he retired.

 Butch was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Rice County Rural Fire Department, USD 376 Sterling School Board, KLICA, Kansas State High School Official Association, Sterling Country Club, and Sons of the American Legion. He enjoyed playing basketball on the Sterling town league.

 Butch loved traveling, camping, golfing, and spending his winters in Arizona. Butch was a mechanic for a caravan of RV’s that went into old Mexico. 

On July 19, 1947, Butch was united in marriage with Barbara Lee Alspaugh in Sterling. She preceded him in death on June 11, 2017. He is also preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Eldon Bruning. 

Butch is survived by his son, Scott Bruning and wife Vickie of Ocala, FL; daughter, Susan Wigginton and husband Hugh of Hoxie; niece and nephew, Bart Bruning and Tammy Rodriquez; two grandchildren, Christopher Bruning and Lizabeth Carriero; four great-grandchildren, Damon Carriero, Allison Bruning, Maddie Bruning, and Logan Hall. 

Funeral services will be at 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 21, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling with family present.&nbsp;

Donald Forest “Butch” Bruning, 93, of Sterling, passed away January 13, 2022, at Sterling Village, Sterling. He was born February 23, 1928, in Hutchinson, the son of Andy and Hazel Wendt Bruning. Butch has resided in Sterling since 1949, formerly of Nickerson. He graduated from Nickerson High School with the class of 1946 and attended University of Kansas for one semester. Butch worked with his father-in-law, C.E. Alspaugh, as a route driver at Sterling Ice Cream Company. He also worked for Michigan-Wisconsin Pipeline, and later started his own business, Don’s Ditching Service, which he operated for many years until he retired. Butch was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge, Rice County Rural Fire Department, USD 376 Sterling School Board, KLICA, Kansas State High School Official Association, Sterling Country Club, and Sons of the American Legion. He enjoyed playing basketball on the Sterling town league. Butch loved traveling, camping, golfing, and spending his winters in Arizona. Butch was a mechanic for a caravan of RV’s that went into old Mexico. On July 19, 1947, Butch was united in marriage with Barbara Lee Alspaugh in Sterling. She preceded him in death on June 11, 2017. He is also preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Eldon Bruning. Butch is survived by his son, Scott Bruning and wife Vickie of Ocala, FL; daughter, Susan Wigginton and husband Hugh of Hoxie; niece and nephew, Bart Bruning and Tammy Rodriquez; two grandchildren, Christopher Bruning and Lizabeth Carriero; four great-grandchildren, Damon Carriero, Allison Bruning, Maddie Bruning, and Logan Hall. Funeral services will be at 10:30 A.M., Friday, January 21, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with Pastor Rob Bolton officiating. Burial will follow at Sterling Community Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling with family present.&nbsp;

Donald Forest "Butch" Bruning  |1928-2022|

George Duane Chambers, 65, of Hutchinson, died January 13, 2022, at his daughter’s residence in Iola. He was born May 17, 1956, in Leavenworth, the son of Phillip L. and Maurine J. (Guffey) Chambers.

George attended Hutchinson schools and received his CMA and CNA training from Hutchinson Community College and Pratt Community College. He was on over-the-road truck driver for many years, driving for JB Hunt and others. George also was a driver for Hutch Taxi Service. He was a workaholic, but also enjoyed watching TV and playing games on his tablet. George was a member of First United Methodist Church.

On July 8, 2016, he married his longtime sweetheart, Jeanette Kaye Goering, in Hutchinson. She survives of the home.

Also surviving are: daughters, Mary Chambers of Hutchinson, Stacey Anders of Iola, Krista Spady of Florida; son, Joey Spears of Arkansas City; siblings, Mary Popilock of Tucson, AZ, Linda Kozel (Don) of Bonner Springs, Patty Wedel (Rieny) of Moundridge, and Gene Elder of Wichita.

George was preceded in death by: his parents; a brother, Michael Elder; and sister, Sharon Fellman.

Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2410 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until the service.

George Duane Chambers, 65, of Hutchinson, died January 13, 2022, at his daughter’s residence in Iola. He was born May 17, 1956, in Leavenworth, the son of Phillip L. and Maurine J. (Guffey) Chambers.George attended Hutchinson schools and received his CMA and CNA training from Hutchinson Community College and Pratt Community College. He was on over-the-road truck driver for many years, driving for JB Hunt and others. George also was a driver for Hutch Taxi Service. He was a workaholic, but also enjoyed watching TV and playing games on his tablet. George was a member of First United Methodist Church.On July 8, 2016, he married his longtime sweetheart, Jeanette Kaye Goering, in Hutchinson. She survives of the home.Also surviving are: daughters, Mary Chambers of Hutchinson, Stacey Anders of Iola, Krista Spady of Florida; son, Joey Spears of Arkansas City; siblings, Mary Popilock of Tucson, AZ, Linda Kozel (Don) of Bonner Springs, Patty Wedel (Rieny) of Moundridge, and Gene Elder of Wichita.George was preceded in death by: his parents; a brother, Michael Elder; and sister, Sharon Fellman.Graveside service will be 2 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2410 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson. Friends may sign his memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily until the service.

George Duane Chambers  |1956-2022|

Lois Joanne Ehm, 90, went home to be with the Lord on January 12, 2022, at the Lewisville Medical City Hospital, in Lewisville, Texas.&nbsp; She was born on December 27, 1931, in Goodland, to Clyde and Bessie (Clonch) Shantz.

Her father worked on the railroad, so the family moved between Kansas and Colorado when she was a girl.&nbsp; The Lord brought her to saving faith at the age of nine.&nbsp; Her family moved to Phillipsburg, when she was in junior high school.&nbsp; She graduated from Phillipsburg High School.

She met Loren Ehm at church when he came back from serving in WWII.&nbsp; They were married on October 21, 1951.&nbsp; They shared 43 years of Christian marriage, prior to his death on March 19, 1995.&nbsp; They had 3 children.

Throughout her lifetime, Lois served as a telephone operator, homemaker, farm wife, hospitality service worker, school bus driver, and school cafeteria cook.&nbsp; She was gifted in hospitality and loved serving her church, friends, and neighbors. Her hobbies included traveling, gardening, sewing, and reading.&nbsp; She was a member of Crestview Bible Church, in Hutchinson.

Lois is survived by: her daughter, Jan Troyer and husband Scott of Lewisville, TX; son, Brent Ehm and wife Daneen of Potwin; grandchildren, Kane Christy and wife Brandy, Cheyenne Troyer, Tate Troyer and wife Stephanie, Kyrstie Lindhorst and husband Lane, and Kyler Ehm; 7 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Barbara Schneider of Hutchinson.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; beloved husband, Loren; son, Tim Ehm; and grandson, Clint Christy.

Above all, Lois loved her family and her Lord. As she was looking forward to seeing her heavenly Savior, her last request to her family was, “Be happy for me.”

Celebration of Life service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Crestview Bible Church in Hutchinson. Visitation will be at 10:00 am.

To view the service online, go to www.crestviewhutch.org then click the live stream button.

Lois Joanne Ehm, 90, went home to be with the Lord on January 12, 2022, at the Lewisville Medical City Hospital, in Lewisville, Texas.&nbsp; She was born on December 27, 1931, in Goodland, to Clyde and Bessie (Clonch) Shantz.Her father worked on the railroad, so the family moved between Kansas and Colorado when she was a girl.&nbsp; The Lord brought her to saving faith at the age of nine.&nbsp; Her family moved to Phillipsburg, when she was in junior high school.&nbsp; She graduated from Phillipsburg High School.She met Loren Ehm at church when he came back from serving in WWII.&nbsp; They were married on October 21, 1951.&nbsp; They shared 43 years of Christian marriage, prior to his death on March 19, 1995.&nbsp; They had 3 children.Throughout her lifetime, Lois served as a telephone operator, homemaker, farm wife, hospitality service worker, school bus driver, and school cafeteria cook.&nbsp; She was gifted in hospitality and loved serving her church, friends, and neighbors. Her hobbies included traveling, gardening, sewing, and reading.&nbsp; She was a member of Crestview Bible Church, in Hutchinson.Lois is survived by: her daughter, Jan Troyer and husband Scott of Lewisville, TX; son, Brent Ehm and wife Daneen of Potwin; grandchildren, Kane Christy and wife Brandy, Cheyenne Troyer, Tate Troyer and wife Stephanie, Kyrstie Lindhorst and husband Lane, and Kyler Ehm; 7 great-grandchildren; and her sister, Barbara Schneider of Hutchinson.She was preceded in death by: her parents; beloved husband, Loren; son, Tim Ehm; and grandson, Clint Christy.Above all, Lois loved her family and her Lord. As she was looking forward to seeing her heavenly Savior, her last request to her family was, “Be happy for me.”Celebration of Life service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022, at the Crestview Bible Church in Hutchinson. Visitation will be at 10:00 am.To view the service online, go to www.crestviewhutch.org then click the live stream button.

Lois Joanne Ehm  |1931-2022|

Elsie "Jane" Penner Toews, 85, passed away Friday, January 15, 2022, at Pleasant View Estates in Inman.

She was born on October 11, 1936, on a farm near Lushton, Nebraska, the daughter of Henry F. and Agnes Wall Penner, the youngest of four children. She attended a one room country school for five years and graduated from Henderson High School, Nebraska, in 1954. Jane went on to attend Grace Bible Institute, Nebraska, for one year and then transferred to Sterling College, Kansas, where she graduated in 1958 with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education.

Jane met Harvey Toews at Inman Mennonite Church and they were married on April 22, 1960. He passed away on August 8, 2018 after sharing 58 wonderful years together.

It was always her desire to teach school, especially the little children, and this is what she did for 30 years, 27 of which were in Marquette and Lindsborg, Kansas.

Serving the church was an important part of her life, playing the piano for many years, teaching Sunday School, and holding various officer positions in Women’s Mission Society.

Jane had a passion for traveling and was able to visit 49 states, many of them on bus tours with Harvey. She also fulfilled her desire to travel overseas by going to Oberammergau, Germany, to see the Passion Play.

Jane is survived by her children, Mark, Inman and Rhonda (Dave) Toews Moore, Inman; her grandchildren, Andrea Vandever-Moore (fiancé Dalton Sisson), Stillwater, OK, and Nickolaus Vandever-Moore, Buhler; and her sister, Helen Penner McKinley, Inman.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey; son, Bruce; siblings and spouses, Arnold and Katherine Penner; Louise Penner Thompson and Alfred; and brother-in-law Leigh McKinley.

Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., with family present from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 21, at Inman Funeral Home. The graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 22, at North Inman Cemetery with a service to follow at 11 a.m. at Inman Mennonite Church with Pastor Jack Norris officiating. The service will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page and the Inman Mennonite Church Facebook page.

Memorial contributions may be made to Inman Mennonite Church or Pleasant View Home, in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Elsie "Jane" Penner Toews, 85, passed away Friday, January 15, 2022, at Pleasant View Estates in Inman.She was born on October 11, 1936, on a farm near Lushton, Nebraska, the daughter of Henry F. and Agnes Wall Penner, the youngest of four children. She attended a one room country school for five years and graduated from Henderson High School, Nebraska, in 1954. Jane went on to attend Grace Bible Institute, Nebraska, for one year and then transferred to Sterling College, Kansas, where she graduated in 1958 with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education.Jane met Harvey Toews at Inman Mennonite Church and they were married on April 22, 1960. He passed away on August 8, 2018 after sharing 58 wonderful years together.It was always her desire to teach school, especially the little children, and this is what she did for 30 years, 27 of which were in Marquette and Lindsborg, Kansas.Serving the church was an important part of her life, playing the piano for many years, teaching Sunday School, and holding various officer positions in Women’s Mission Society.Jane had a passion for traveling and was able to visit 49 states, many of them on bus tours with Harvey. She also fulfilled her desire to travel overseas by going to Oberammergau, Germany, to see the Passion Play.Jane is survived by her children, Mark, Inman and Rhonda (Dave) Toews Moore, Inman; her grandchildren, Andrea Vandever-Moore (fiancé Dalton Sisson), Stillwater, OK, and Nickolaus Vandever-Moore, Buhler; and her sister, Helen Penner McKinley, Inman.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Harvey; son, Bruce; siblings and spouses, Arnold and Katherine Penner; Louise Penner Thompson and Alfred; and brother-in-law Leigh McKinley.Friends may call from 3 to 7 p.m., with family present from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, January 21, at Inman Funeral Home. The graveside service will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, January 22, at North Inman Cemetery with a service to follow at 11 a.m. at Inman Mennonite Church with Pastor Jack Norris officiating. The service will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page and the Inman Mennonite Church Facebook page.Memorial contributions may be made to Inman Mennonite Church or Pleasant View Home, in care of Inman Funeral Home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Elsie "Jane" Penner Toews |1936-2022|

Norma Lee Hadley, 74, passed away January 12, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born January 31, 1947, in Moundridge, to Perry Andrew and Ora Mae (Frye) Henry.

Norma graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, she began working in the ‘Day-Old Store’ at Betts Baking Company, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She later worked at Dollar General and was a homemaker until 2003, when she, along with her son, Jason, became the owners of Caribbean Tan, Hutchinson.

Norma enjoyed doing yardwork, working in her flower garden, and shopping.&nbsp; She built bird houses, but was also well-known for her attempts to work on cars.

On August 23, 1968, Norma married Gerald ‘Jerry’ Hadley.&nbsp; They shared over 53 years of marriage.

She is survived by:&nbsp; her husband, Gerald Hadley of Hutchinson; sons, Todd Hadley of Grain Valley, MO, and Jason Hadley of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Aiden Hadley, Hunter Hoagland, and Austin Hoagland; mother, Ora Henry of Hutchinson; sister, Betty Henry of Hutchinson; and numerous cousins.

Norma was preceded in death by her father.

Celebration of Life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Eastwood Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum, Hutchinson, with Pastor Bob Phipps officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice in Norma’s memory, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Norma Lee Hadley, 74, passed away January 12, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born January 31, 1947, in Moundridge, to Perry Andrew and Ora Mae (Frye) Henry.Norma graduated from Hutchinson High School.&nbsp; Immediately after graduation, she began working in the ‘Day-Old Store’ at Betts Baking Company, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She later worked at Dollar General and was a homemaker until 2003, when she, along with her son, Jason, became the owners of Caribbean Tan, Hutchinson.Norma enjoyed doing yardwork, working in her flower garden, and shopping.&nbsp; She built bird houses, but was also well-known for her attempts to work on cars.On August 23, 1968, Norma married Gerald ‘Jerry’ Hadley.&nbsp; They shared over 53 years of marriage.She is survived by:&nbsp; her husband, Gerald Hadley of Hutchinson; sons, Todd Hadley of Grain Valley, MO, and Jason Hadley of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Aiden Hadley, Hunter Hoagland, and Austin Hoagland; mother, Ora Henry of Hutchinson; sister, Betty Henry of Hutchinson; and numerous cousins.Norma was preceded in death by her father.Celebration of Life service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Eastwood Church of Christ, 2500 N. Plum, Hutchinson, with Pastor Bob Phipps officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice in Norma’s memory, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Norma Lee Hadley |1947-2022|

Mary Ann Schrag, 75, died peacefully January 11, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, with her family by her side. She was born May 2, 1946, in Sterling, to John L. and Anna R. (Miller) Ricker.

Mary Ann graduated from Alden High School, and received her nursing degree from Hutchinson Community Junior College.&nbsp; She worked as a registered nurse and case auditor for Hutchinson Hospital, retiring in 2009, with 40+ years of service. Mary Ann also mentored many students wanting to become nurses by teaching nursing classes at Grace Hospital.&nbsp; She loved traveling, her flowers (especially African violets), playing in the bell choir, and her women’s circle group that met every Tuesday at the church.&nbsp; Above all, Mary Ann loved her family and her Lord.&nbsp; She was a faithful member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

On August 2, 1968, she married Robert G. “Bob” Schrag, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Ellinwood.&nbsp; He died November 4, 2021, after sharing over 53 years of marriage.

Mary Ann is survived by:&nbsp; children, Scott Schrag (Holly) of Halstead, and Paula Schrag, El Dorado; grandchildren, Katie Schrag, Bobby Schrag, Jarett Legleiter, and Austin Barnhart; brothers-in-law, the Reverend Robert Nestler of Topeka and Clifford Dick of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Marlene Barton of Hutchinson, Juanita Schrag of Newton, and Marilyn Schrag of Burrton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; beloved husband, Bob; son, Marcus Todd Schrag; brothers, Leonard, Harold, Alvin, and Franklin; sisters, Betty Nestler and Mildred Domey; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 E. 30th&nbsp;Avenue, Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Carey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday at Emanuel Lutheran Church.

Memorials are suggested to Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Mary Ann Schrag, 75, died peacefully January 11, 2022, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, with her family by her side. She was born May 2, 1946, in Sterling, to John L. and Anna R. (Miller) Ricker.Mary Ann graduated from Alden High School, and received her nursing degree from Hutchinson Community Junior College.&nbsp; She worked as a registered nurse and case auditor for Hutchinson Hospital, retiring in 2009, with 40+ years of service. Mary Ann also mentored many students wanting to become nurses by teaching nursing classes at Grace Hospital.&nbsp; She loved traveling, her flowers (especially African violets), playing in the bell choir, and her women’s circle group that met every Tuesday at the church.&nbsp; Above all, Mary Ann loved her family and her Lord.&nbsp; She was a faithful member of Emanuel Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.On August 2, 1968, she married Robert G. “Bob” Schrag, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Ellinwood.&nbsp; He died November 4, 2021, after sharing over 53 years of marriage.Mary Ann is survived by:&nbsp; children, Scott Schrag (Holly) of Halstead, and Paula Schrag, El Dorado; grandchildren, Katie Schrag, Bobby Schrag, Jarett Legleiter, and Austin Barnhart; brothers-in-law, the Reverend Robert Nestler of Topeka and Clifford Dick of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Marlene Barton of Hutchinson, Juanita Schrag of Newton, and Marilyn Schrag of Burrton; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; beloved husband, Bob; son, Marcus Todd Schrag; brothers, Leonard, Harold, Alvin, and Franklin; sisters, Betty Nestler and Mildred Domey; and numerous nieces and nephews.Funeral service will be 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Emanuel Lutheran Church, 140 E. 30th&nbsp;Avenue, Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Carey officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday at Emanuel Lutheran Church.Memorials are suggested to Lutheran Hour Ministries (LHM), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Mary Ann Schrag |1946-2022|

Betty Jane (Fay) Schofield, 83, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Pleasant View Home in Inman. She was a self-employed housekeeper and worked in housekeeping at Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp;

Betty was born July 25, 1938, in Carrollton, IL, the daughter of Louis and Minnie (Jackson) Fay.&nbsp; She married Irvin Schofield, Sr., on April 4, 1954, in Enid, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 9, 1978.

She was hard working, stubborn, and feisty, as well as a supportive, devoted, and loving grandmother and great-grandmother.

She is survived by: &nbsp;son, Irvin Schofield, Jr. (Rosalie) of Hutchinson; two daughters, Betty ‘Nen’ Lyons of San Diego, CA, and Becky Schofield (Darrin) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, David (Lacey), Nen Felker (Aaron), Heather MacMahon (Anthony), Randalyn Lyons, Brandy Harris (Steve), Nathan (Debbie), Daniel Lyons (Marla), and Catherine Hook (Ed); and numerous great-grandchildren children.

She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; husband; siblings; infant son, David Wayne; and great-grandson, Gerard Cruz.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th, Hutchinson, with Chaplain Caroline Morris officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Betty Jane Schofield Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Betty Jane (Fay) Schofield, 83, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Pleasant View Home in Inman. She was a self-employed housekeeper and worked in housekeeping at Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp;Betty was born July 25, 1938, in Carrollton, IL, the daughter of Louis and Minnie (Jackson) Fay.&nbsp; She married Irvin Schofield, Sr., on April 4, 1954, in Enid, OK.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 9, 1978.She was hard working, stubborn, and feisty, as well as a supportive, devoted, and loving grandmother and great-grandmother.She is survived by: &nbsp;son, Irvin Schofield, Jr. (Rosalie) of Hutchinson; two daughters, Betty ‘Nen’ Lyons of San Diego, CA, and Becky Schofield (Darrin) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, David (Lacey), Nen Felker (Aaron), Heather MacMahon (Anthony), Randalyn Lyons, Brandy Harris (Steve), Nathan (Debbie), Daniel Lyons (Marla), and Catherine Hook (Ed); and numerous great-grandchildren children.She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; husband; siblings; infant son, David Wayne; and great-grandson, Gerard Cruz.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th, Hutchinson, with Chaplain Caroline Morris officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Betty Jane Schofield Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Betty Jane (Fay) Schofield |1938-2022|

Larry Branch, Sr. 64, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was born in Salina, Kansas to Lawrence R. and Shirley Branch.&nbsp; He joined the U.S. Army, basic training was at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and then he served as a small Arms Specialist for over seven years.&nbsp; He was a warehouse supervisor for PetroChoice. Larry enjoyed motorcycles and woodworking.

He was preceded in death by his father Lawrence Branch.

Larry is survived by his mother Shirley Branch; sister Brenda Branch; his partner in crime Emma Francis Scott for 30 plus years; his children and grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Service will be held 2:00 pm, Friday, January 21, 2022 at Baker Funeral Home Valley Center Chapel.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Larry Branch, Sr. 64, passed away on Sunday, December 26, 2021. He was born in Salina, Kansas to Lawrence R. and Shirley Branch.&nbsp; He joined the U.S. Army, basic training was at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, and then he served as a small Arms Specialist for over seven years.&nbsp; He was a warehouse supervisor for PetroChoice. Larry enjoyed motorcycles and woodworking.He was preceded in death by his father Lawrence Branch.Larry is survived by his mother Shirley Branch; sister Brenda Branch; his partner in crime Emma Francis Scott for 30 plus years; his children and grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;Service will be held 2:00 pm, Friday, January 21, 2022 at Baker Funeral Home Valley Center Chapel.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com

Larry Branch, Sr. |2021|

Jacky Lee Roberts, 78 passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Kansas Christian Home in Newton, Kansas where he had lived since July 2015.

Jacky was born, April 15, 1943 in Newton, to Eugene C. and Dorothy (Lile) Roberts. They preceded him in death. Jacky grew up in Newton and graduated Newton High School in 1961. The years following graduation Jacky worked on a street construction crew, the Railroad and finally settled in to the aircraft industry.

Jacky enjoyed sports of all kinds and attended many football, baseball, and softball games as well as track and wrestling meets. Jacky was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, KU and the Wichita State Shockers. Jacky also enjoyed traveling, and loved animals, but talking with friends and family was his favorite. He was full of funny jokes and loved to laugh and to make people laugh. The staff at KCH all enjoyed his ornery nature.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Joy, sisters Donna Burks and Patty Briar and brothers Max Roberts and Jimmy Roberts.

Jack is survived by his brother Mike Roberts, sons Jonathan and Mike and daughter Jackie Lynn, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Cremation has taken place and a burial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in his name to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Pl  #300, Newton, Ks 67114.

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

Jacky Lee Roberts, 78 passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Kansas Christian Home in Newton, Kansas where he had lived since July 2015.Jacky was born, April 15, 1943 in Newton, to Eugene C. and Dorothy (Lile) Roberts. They preceded him in death. Jacky grew up in Newton and graduated Newton High School in 1961. The years following graduation Jacky worked on a street construction crew, the Railroad and finally settled in to the aircraft industry.Jacky enjoyed sports of all kinds and attended many football, baseball, and softball games as well as track and wrestling meets. Jacky was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, KU and the Wichita State Shockers. Jacky also enjoyed traveling, and loved animals, but talking with friends and family was his favorite. He was full of funny jokes and loved to laugh and to make people laugh. The staff at KCH all enjoyed his ornery nature.In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Joy, sisters Donna Burks and Patty Briar and brothers Max Roberts and Jimmy Roberts.Jack is survived by his brother Mike Roberts, sons Jonathan and Mike and daughter Jackie Lynn, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.Cremation has taken place and a burial service will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in his name to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Pl #300, Newton, Ks 67114.Condolences may be left for the family at www.bakerfhvc.com.

Jacky Lee Roberts |1943-2021|

Elaine Evans, 83, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away January 13, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. 

She was born February 23, 1938, in Webb, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alton and Inabel Burton Farris. Elaine grew up in Oklahoma and moved to Chase, Kansas, in 1964. She and Eck moved to Lyons eight years later, then to the family farm near Mitchell. Elaine graduated from Taloga High School, Taloga, Oklahoma, with the class of 1956. She worked alongside Eck at Evans Printing and Evans Farms for many years. Elaine was a member of the Church of the Nazarene, Lyons, member of the Peacemakers Quilt Guild, and member of Dolittle Camp Club in Alva, Oklahoma. She loved flying and had her pilots license with an instrument rating. Elaine also enjoyed cooking, sewing, and camping with Eck in their RV. 

On May 17, 1956, Elaine was united in marriage with Eck Evans in Taloga, OK. They shared 65 years together. He survives of the home. She is also survived by her sister, Gene Myers and husband John of Alva, OK; niece and nephew, Mike and Julie Myers of Alva, OK; and niece and husband, Marilyn and Robin Rose of Haviland, KS; and a host of other relatives and friends. Elaine is preceded in death by her parents; and daughter, Vicki Evans. 

Graveside service will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, with Dr. Donald Strohmeyer officiating. Memorials may be given to Life on Life Ministries, Wichita, in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Elaine Evans, 83, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away January 13, 2022, at Hospital District #1 of Rice County, Lyons. She was born February 23, 1938, in Webb, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alton and Inabel Burton Farris. Elaine grew up in Oklahoma and moved to Chase, Kansas, in 1964. She and Eck moved to Lyons eight years later, then to the family farm near Mitchell. Elaine graduated from Taloga High School, Taloga, Oklahoma, with the class of 1956. She worked alongside Eck at Evans Printing and Evans Farms for many years. Elaine was a member of the Church of the Nazarene, Lyons, member of the Peacemakers Quilt Guild, and member of Dolittle Camp Club in Alva, Oklahoma. She loved flying and had her pilots license with an instrument rating. Elaine also enjoyed cooking, sewing, and camping with Eck in their RV. On May 17, 1956, Elaine was united in marriage with Eck Evans in Taloga, OK. They shared 65 years together. He survives of the home. She is also survived by her sister, Gene Myers and husband John of Alva, OK; niece and nephew, Mike and Julie Myers of Alva, OK; and niece and husband, Marilyn and Robin Rose of Haviland, KS; and a host of other relatives and friends. Elaine is preceded in death by her parents; and daughter, Vicki Evans. Graveside service will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, with Dr. Donald Strohmeyer officiating. Memorials may be given to Life on Life Ministries, Wichita, in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Elaine Evans |1938-2022|

Juanita “Corky” Marie (Smay) Flood, 87, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at McPherson Hospital. She was a legal assistant for the law office of Cassler, Johnson &amp; West and also worked as a secretary for Excalibur Production Company. Juanita was born on April 28, 1934, in Ottawa, the daughter of Richard Lincoln and Beulah Belle (McDaniel) Smay. She graduated from Central Academy, McPherson in 1952. On November 1, 1953, Juanita was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” E. Flood in Ottawa. He preceded her in death on January 19, 2004. She was a member of McPherson Free Methodist Church and the Biluminous Sunday School Class, the Red Hat Society, and the Happy Handful Club. She was actively involved with the legal assistants’ association on the local, state, and national levels. She served on The Cedars Board of Trustees and assisted with the planning of the Wellness Center. Survivors include: three sons, Mike Flood of Wichita; Scott (Georgia) Flood of Newton; and Corey (Ida) Flood of McPherson; son-in-law, Randy Clark of Wichita; sisters-in-law, Maxine Spence and Donna Janzen, both of McPherson; brother-in-law, Jim Flood of Splendora, TX; 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces &amp; nephews and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Robbin Clark; and two sisters, Jeanette Croucher and Lynn Shutt. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, January 19, at McPherson Free Methodist Church. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Juanita “Corky” Marie (Smay) Flood, 87, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at McPherson Hospital. She was a legal assistant for the law office of Cassler, Johnson &amp; West and also worked as a secretary for Excalibur Production Company. Juanita was born on April 28, 1934, in Ottawa, the daughter of Richard Lincoln and Beulah Belle (McDaniel) Smay. She graduated from Central Academy, McPherson in 1952. On November 1, 1953, Juanita was united in marriage to Robert “Bob” E. Flood in Ottawa. He preceded her in death on January 19, 2004. She was a member of McPherson Free Methodist Church and the Biluminous Sunday School Class, the Red Hat Society, and the Happy Handful Club. She was actively involved with the legal assistants’ association on the local, state, and national levels. She served on The Cedars Board of Trustees and assisted with the planning of the Wellness Center. Survivors include: three sons, Mike Flood of Wichita; Scott (Georgia) Flood of Newton; and Corey (Ida) Flood of McPherson; son-in-law, Randy Clark of Wichita; sisters-in-law, Maxine Spence and Donna Janzen, both of McPherson; brother-in-law, Jim Flood of Splendora, TX; 19 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces &amp; nephews and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; daughter, Robbin Clark; and two sisters, Jeanette Croucher and Lynn Shutt. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 2:30 PM, Wednesday, January 19, at McPherson Free Methodist Church. Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Juanita Marie Flood  |1934-2022|

Brenda J. Leach, 63, died Jan. 14, 2022 at her home in Kingman.

She was born Dec. 27, 1958, in Grand Forks, North Dakota the daughter of John and Marquerite Richey Monson.&nbsp; A Kingman resident since 2017, she was a homemaker.

In 1983, she married Leland Leach.&nbsp; Other survivors include 3 sons Josh, Zackary and Brandon; 2 daughters Kendra Hammond and Lillian Leach; and six grandchildren.

Private family services will be held at a later date.

Brenda J. Leach, 63, died Jan. 14, 2022 at her home in Kingman.She was born Dec. 27, 1958, in Grand Forks, North Dakota the daughter of John and Marquerite Richey Monson.&nbsp; A Kingman resident since 2017, she was a homemaker.In 1983, she married Leland Leach.&nbsp; Other survivors include 3 sons Josh, Zackary and Brandon; 2 daughters Kendra Hammond and Lillian Leach; and six grandchildren.Private family services will be held at a later date.

Brenda J. Leach  |1958-2022|

Adam Michael Jantz, 33, of McPherson,&nbsp; passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. He worked at Pfizer as a Visual Inspection Trainer. Adam was born on August 24, 1988, in McPherson, the son of Steven Mark and Heidi Ann (Holloway) Jantz. He graduated from McPherson High School in 2007 and received a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University. On December 12, 2015, Adam was united in marriage to Megan Amanda Morey in McPherson. This union was blessed with two daughters, Adalynn and Emma. Survivors include: his wife, Megan and their two daughters, Adalynn and Emma, of the home; parents, Steve &amp; Heidi Jantz of McPherson; parents-in-law, Kent &amp; Tonya Morey of McPherson; siblings, Levi Jantz of McPherson; and Josh Jantz of Clawson, MI; grandparents, Vernon &amp; Carol Holloway, Shirley Jantz, and Richard &amp; Diana Holloway, all of McPherson; sister-in-law, Ashley (Jon) Bennett of Valley Center; brother-in-law, Joel (Chyann) Morey of McPherson; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by infant daughter, Hope; grandmother, Peggy Holloway; and grandfather, Lester Jantz. A public visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, January 17, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with the family present from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Due to covid concerns, a private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 18, at 2:00 PM. His service will be live-streamed so that all who wish to participate can view the service online, and a link will be available closer to service time on the funeral home’s website.

Adam Michael Jantz, 33, of McPherson,&nbsp; passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. He worked at Pfizer as a Visual Inspection Trainer. Adam was born on August 24, 1988, in McPherson, the son of Steven Mark and Heidi Ann (Holloway) Jantz. He graduated from McPherson High School in 2007 and received a bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University. On December 12, 2015, Adam was united in marriage to Megan Amanda Morey in McPherson. This union was blessed with two daughters, Adalynn and Emma. Survivors include: his wife, Megan and their two daughters, Adalynn and Emma, of the home; parents, Steve &amp; Heidi Jantz of McPherson; parents-in-law, Kent &amp; Tonya Morey of McPherson; siblings, Levi Jantz of McPherson; and Josh Jantz of Clawson, MI; grandparents, Vernon &amp; Carol Holloway, Shirley Jantz, and Richard &amp; Diana Holloway, all of McPherson; sister-in-law, Ashley (Jon) Bennett of Valley Center; brother-in-law, Joel (Chyann) Morey of McPherson; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by infant daughter, Hope; grandmother, Peggy Holloway; and grandfather, Lester Jantz. A public visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday, January 17, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with the family present from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Due to covid concerns, a private funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 18, at 2:00 PM. His service will be live-streamed so that all who wish to participate can view the service online, and a link will be available closer to service time on the funeral home’s website.

Adam Michael Jantz  |1988-2022|

Randall Henry "Randy" Willems, 57, of McPherson, passed away at 3:50 a.m., Wednesday, January 12th, 2022 at McPherson Hospital. Randy was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on April 28, 1964, son of Raymond Allen Willems and Dolores Marie (Erker) Willems. Randy attended Roosevelt grade school, Inman grade school, and graduated from Inman High School, Inman. Randall Henry Willems was united in marriage to Cheryl Ann Corbus on July 9, 1993 at Newton. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. Through the years, Randy worked for several farmers in the area. He started working for Central Plastics and while working he got on as a volunteer firefighter with the McPherson Fire Department. He was later hired to work for the City of McPherson as a Fire Fighter and worked his way up to Division Chief when he retired in June of 2019. During his time as a firefighter he also worked for McPherson Oil and Lube and for Rod Green in construction. After retirement Randy went to work for McPherson EMS and was still working. Randy enjoyed life, helping others, fishing, camping, hunting, motorcycle riding and all things out doors, remodeling houses, irritating his nieces and nephews, and his favorite was spending time with his family He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 28 years, Cheryl Willems, of McPherson; his father, Raymond Willems, of McPherson, Kansas; his siblings, Roxane Gill and husband Jeff, of Salina; Rhonda King, of McPherson; Renee Foster and husband Ronald, of Hutchinson; Rex Willems and wife Lorenda, of Wildomar, California, and Raissa Andersen, of McPherson; many nieces and nephews, other relatives, his brother and sister Firefighers and EMS and many friends. Randall was preceded in death by his mother, Dolores Willems. Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 20th 2021 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, with Reverend Jon Black officiating. Randy did not like dressing up so please honor him by wearing what you are comfortable with (but please don't come in your skivvies). The service will be live streamed at this link:&nbsp;https://boxcast.tv/view/thursday-1000am-funeral-q09pjn0aqbdgy0tnb6lk%C2%A0. Burial will be held at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Randall Henry "Randy" Willems, 57, of McPherson, passed away at 3:50 a.m., Wednesday, January 12th, 2022 at McPherson Hospital. Randy was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on April 28, 1964, son of Raymond Allen Willems and Dolores Marie (Erker) Willems. Randy attended Roosevelt grade school, Inman grade school, and graduated from Inman High School, Inman. Randall Henry Willems was united in marriage to Cheryl Ann Corbus on July 9, 1993 at Newton. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. Through the years, Randy worked for several farmers in the area. He started working for Central Plastics and while working he got on as a volunteer firefighter with the McPherson Fire Department. He was later hired to work for the City of McPherson as a Fire Fighter and worked his way up to Division Chief when he retired in June of 2019. During his time as a firefighter he also worked for McPherson Oil and Lube and for Rod Green in construction. After retirement Randy went to work for McPherson EMS and was still working. Randy enjoyed life, helping others, fishing, camping, hunting, motorcycle riding and all things out doors, remodeling houses, irritating his nieces and nephews, and his favorite was spending time with his family He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 28 years, Cheryl Willems, of McPherson; his father, Raymond Willems, of McPherson, Kansas; his siblings, Roxane Gill and husband Jeff, of Salina; Rhonda King, of McPherson; Renee Foster and husband Ronald, of Hutchinson; Rex Willems and wife Lorenda, of Wildomar, California, and Raissa Andersen, of McPherson; many nieces and nephews, other relatives, his brother and sister Firefighers and EMS and many friends. Randall was preceded in death by his mother, Dolores Willems. Memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 20th 2021 at Countryside Covenant Church in McPherson, with Reverend Jon Black officiating. Randy did not like dressing up so please honor him by wearing what you are comfortable with (but please don't come in your skivvies). The service will be live streamed at this link:&nbsp;https://boxcast.tv/view/thursday-1000am-funeral-q09pjn0aqbdgy0tnb6lk%C2%A0. Burial will be held at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Randall "Randy" Henry Willems  |1964-2022|

Donald D. Fromong, 80, passed peacefully January 12, 2022, at Hospice House, with his family by his side.&nbsp; He was born July 17, 1941, in Dodge City, to August Milton and Beulah Fern (Bruntzel) Fromong.

Donald graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959.&nbsp; He served in the Kansas Air National Guard from 1960 to 1966.&nbsp; Donald retired after 35 years of service from BNSF Railroad as a conductor/brakeman. He was a member of the “Radicals Rod &amp; Custom Club”, and loved to rebuild Street Rods.&nbsp; In addition, Donald was a member for over 50 years of Hutchinson-Reno Masonic Lodge #124 A.F. &amp; A.M., Midian Shrine, and was a 32nd&nbsp;Degree Scottish Rite Free Mason.&nbsp; He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed golfing at Prairie Dunes with his buddies.

On February 5, 1979, he married Diana Lee Galloway, in Miami, OK.&nbsp;

Donald is survived by:&nbsp; his loving wife of almost 43 years, Diana Fromong; daughter, Angela Herbel (Jerry E. Jr.); son, Donald Fromong, Jr.; grandsons, Christopher Herbel, Jason Herbel, Stephan Herbel (Meghan), and Kolby Fromong; great-granddaughter, Ava Fromong; and mother-in-law, Betty I. Galloway.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, at Larned Cemetery, with Jarred Smith officiating.&nbsp; Masonic honors and military honors, conducted by the McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard, will be provided at the cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Donald D. Fromong, 80, passed peacefully January 12, 2022, at Hospice House, with his family by his side.&nbsp; He was born July 17, 1941, in Dodge City, to August Milton and Beulah Fern (Bruntzel) Fromong.Donald graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959.&nbsp; He served in the Kansas Air National Guard from 1960 to 1966.&nbsp; Donald retired after 35 years of service from BNSF Railroad as a conductor/brakeman. He was a member of the “Radicals Rod &amp; Custom Club”, and loved to rebuild Street Rods.&nbsp; In addition, Donald was a member for over 50 years of Hutchinson-Reno Masonic Lodge #124 A.F. &amp; A.M., Midian Shrine, and was a 32nd&nbsp;Degree Scottish Rite Free Mason.&nbsp; He was an avid golfer, and enjoyed golfing at Prairie Dunes with his buddies.On February 5, 1979, he married Diana Lee Galloway, in Miami, OK.&nbsp;Donald is survived by:&nbsp; his loving wife of almost 43 years, Diana Fromong; daughter, Angela Herbel (Jerry E. Jr.); son, Donald Fromong, Jr.; grandsons, Christopher Herbel, Jason Herbel, Stephan Herbel (Meghan), and Kolby Fromong; great-granddaughter, Ava Fromong; and mother-in-law, Betty I. Galloway.He was preceded in death by his parents.Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 17, 2022, at Larned Cemetery, with Jarred Smith officiating.&nbsp; Masonic honors and military honors, conducted by the McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard, will be provided at the cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Donald D. Fromong  |1941-2022|

Amos Nisly, 97, Hutchinson, died January 12, 2022 at his home.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1924 in Hutchinson, to the late Noah A. Nisly and Rosa (Schrock) Nisly. Amos was a retired pastor and member of Center A.M. Church.

On November 8, 1951, he married the late Anne Yoder from Lagrange, Indiana. They enjoyed almost 70 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Amos is survived by sons, Phil (Lucy), Tim (Shelli), and Larry (Pam) Nisly, all of Hutchinson; daughter, Rosi Nolder, Selinsgrove, PA; son, JR (Renee) Nisly, San Antonio, Texas. Also surviving are two sisters, Rebecca (Albert) Miller and Ella Nisly, both of Hutchinson; 18 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Anne; parents; stepmother, Mary Nisly; brothers Will (Mattie), Abraham, Moses (Mary) and Joe (Velma); and sisters Lydia (Melvin) Yoder, Anna (Jake) Raber, and Mandy (Walter) Funk.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 15 from&nbsp; 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be Sunday, January 16, 2pm. at Center&nbsp; A.M. Church, 7611 W Morgan Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Amos Nisly, 97, Hutchinson, died January 12, 2022 at his home.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1924 in Hutchinson, to the late Noah A. Nisly and Rosa (Schrock) Nisly. Amos was a retired pastor and member of Center A.M. Church.On November 8, 1951, he married the late Anne Yoder from Lagrange, Indiana. They enjoyed almost 70 years of marriage.&nbsp;Amos is survived by sons, Phil (Lucy), Tim (Shelli), and Larry (Pam) Nisly, all of Hutchinson; daughter, Rosi Nolder, Selinsgrove, PA; son, JR (Renee) Nisly, San Antonio, Texas. Also surviving are two sisters, Rebecca (Albert) Miller and Ella Nisly, both of Hutchinson; 18 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Anne; parents; stepmother, Mary Nisly; brothers Will (Mattie), Abraham, Moses (Mary) and Joe (Velma); and sisters Lydia (Melvin) Yoder, Anna (Jake) Raber, and Mandy (Walter) Funk.The family will receive friends on Saturday, January 15 from&nbsp; 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral service will be Sunday, January 16, 2pm. at Center&nbsp; A.M. Church, 7611 W Morgan Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Amos Nisly  |1924-2022|

Thomas Ray Druse was born December 30, 1961 in Marion, and joined his Lord and Savior on January 8, 2022. Graveside services in Marion Cemetery and a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. 

Thomas was raised in a military family. They lived overseas and in many states. The family moved from TX to Enid, OK in 1978. Enid is where he established roots, started his own family and spent the rest of his life. Thomas was a lover of the outdoors and loved music. Going to concerts was his passion since the age of 15. He also was a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoyed all sports. His work varied but he made a career being self-employed as an independent insurance agent. 

Thomas is survived by his father Thomas L. Druse (Enid) and brother Richard L. Druse (Enid). His 3 children with Darla Druse (Enid), Matthew R. Druse and his wife Tara Druse (Piedmont), Robin N. Druse and her fiancée William Huntwork (Enid), G.C. Trevor N. Druse (Enid). Thomas also helped raise his sister-in-law Carmen Stromberg (Ohio) due to a tragic loss of his mother- in-law at a young age. Thomas had a big heart with lots love for a huge extended family and friends. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with and loved his 12 grandchildren and Dawn Booth his girlfriend. Thomas is preceded in death by his mother Claudette Druse (Enid) and sister Christy Druse (Enid)

Thomas Ray Druse was born December 30, 1961 in Marion, and joined his Lord and Savior on January 8, 2022. Graveside services in Marion Cemetery and a Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date. Thomas was raised in a military family. They lived overseas and in many states. The family moved from TX to Enid, OK in 1978. Enid is where he established roots, started his own family and spent the rest of his life. Thomas was a lover of the outdoors and loved music. Going to concerts was his passion since the age of 15. He also was a huge Kansas City Chiefs fan and enjoyed all sports. His work varied but he made a career being self-employed as an independent insurance agent. Thomas is survived by his father Thomas L. Druse (Enid) and brother Richard L. Druse (Enid). His 3 children with Darla Druse (Enid), Matthew R. Druse and his wife Tara Druse (Piedmont), Robin N. Druse and her fiancée William Huntwork (Enid), G.C. Trevor N. Druse (Enid). Thomas also helped raise his sister-in-law Carmen Stromberg (Ohio) due to a tragic loss of his mother- in-law at a young age. Thomas had a big heart with lots love for a huge extended family and friends. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with and loved his 12 grandchildren and Dawn Booth his girlfriend. Thomas is preceded in death by his mother Claudette Druse (Enid) and sister Christy Druse (Enid)

Thomas Ray Druse  |1961-2022|

Sally Ann Flaming, 75, of Hutchinson, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born October 4, 1946 in Goessel, the daughter of Abe and Velma (Hiebert) Flaming.

She graduated from Goessel High School. She attended one year of business school and later attended Grace Bible Institute in Omaha, Nebraska for a year.

She was a member of Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson. She worked as a secretary for First Federal Savings in Newton, and later for Security 1st&nbsp;Title in Hutchinson.

Survivors include her two siblings; Jane Marriner of Washington, North Carolina and Wade Flaming of Grand Prairie, Texas; and her nephew, Randal Marriner of Washington, North Carolina.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

Sally Ann Flaming, 75, of Hutchinson, passed away Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; She was born October 4, 1946 in Goessel, the daughter of Abe and Velma (Hiebert) Flaming.She graduated from Goessel High School. She attended one year of business school and later attended Grace Bible Institute in Omaha, Nebraska for a year.She was a member of Grace Bible Church in Hutchinson. She worked as a secretary for First Federal Savings in Newton, and later for Security 1st&nbsp;Title in Hutchinson.Survivors include her two siblings; Jane Marriner of Washington, North Carolina and Wade Flaming of Grand Prairie, Texas; and her nephew, Randal Marriner of Washington, North Carolina.She was preceded in death by her parents.Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

Sally Ann Flaming  |1946-2022|

Marjorie E. (Jenetzky) Stauffer, 99, passed away on January 11, 2022, at The Cedars Assisted Living Complex in McPherson. Marge was born on January 22, 1922, on a farmstead in Sedgwick County. Her parents were Walter and Margaret “Matie” (Johnson) Jenetzky. She loved helping her father on the farm. She attended a one-room school, Weston School, through the 7th grade and Peatone School for 8th grade. She graduated from Viola High School in 1940. After graduation, Marge moved to Wichita to attend Wichita Business College. After college, she worked for the Western Newspaper Union. She married Gail Edward Stauffer on February 10, 1946. Gail was on leave from the Army Medical Corp. They took up residence in Trenton, New Jersey near the Fort Dix Army base for a short stint before Gail was discharged. They, then, moved back to Wichita where they resided until 1997. In 1966, she began working for the Coleman Co., retiring after 12 years. They were blessed with two children, James &amp; Patricia. She loved camping, fishing, and watching her children, grandchildren, &amp; great-grandchildren participate in sports. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 65 years, Gail. She is survived by her two children, James Stauffer (Diane) Stauffer and Patricia (Ward) Nippert; four grandchildren, Dr. Jesse (Anna) Nippert, Matthew (Molly) Stauffer, Heather (Dan) Dannahower, and Krissa (David) Hollinger; and eight great-grandchildren, Kalea Nippert, Miah Dannahower, Kyra Nippert, William Dannahower, Lucia Nippert, Livia Nippert, Heidi Stauffer and Wyatt Stauffer. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Conway Springs Cemetery in Conway Springs. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 22, at McPherson Church of the Brethren, 200 N. Carrie Street, McPherson, KS 67460.

Marjorie E. (Jenetzky) Stauffer, 99, passed away on January 11, 2022, at The Cedars Assisted Living Complex in McPherson. Marge was born on January 22, 1922, on a farmstead in Sedgwick County. Her parents were Walter and Margaret “Matie” (Johnson) Jenetzky. She loved helping her father on the farm. She attended a one-room school, Weston School, through the 7th grade and Peatone School for 8th grade. She graduated from Viola High School in 1940. After graduation, Marge moved to Wichita to attend Wichita Business College. After college, she worked for the Western Newspaper Union. She married Gail Edward Stauffer on February 10, 1946. Gail was on leave from the Army Medical Corp. They took up residence in Trenton, New Jersey near the Fort Dix Army base for a short stint before Gail was discharged. They, then, moved back to Wichita where they resided until 1997. In 1966, she began working for the Coleman Co., retiring after 12 years. They were blessed with two children, James &amp; Patricia. She loved camping, fishing, and watching her children, grandchildren, &amp; great-grandchildren participate in sports. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband of 65 years, Gail. She is survived by her two children, James Stauffer (Diane) Stauffer and Patricia (Ward) Nippert; four grandchildren, Dr. Jesse (Anna) Nippert, Matthew (Molly) Stauffer, Heather (Dan) Dannahower, and Krissa (David) Hollinger; and eight great-grandchildren, Kalea Nippert, Miah Dannahower, Kyra Nippert, William Dannahower, Lucia Nippert, Livia Nippert, Heidi Stauffer and Wyatt Stauffer. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, January 22, 2022, at Conway Springs Cemetery in Conway Springs. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, January 22, at McPherson Church of the Brethren, 200 N. Carrie Street, McPherson, KS 67460.

Marjorie E. Stauffer  |1922-2022|

Arthur Alexander Yannaccone, 76, of Sterling, passed away January 12, 2022, at Hospice House of Hutchinson. 

He was born December 29, 1945, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the son of Antonio Arthur and Mary Candelore Yannaccone.

 Arthur graduated from Minersville High School with the class of 1963. He has resided in Sterling since 1977, formerly of Minersville, Pennsylvania. 

Arthur worked as a barber and a roughneck for Sterling Drilling. He served in the United States Navy from 1963 until 1966 during the Vietnam War. Arthur was a stagehand and member of the local IATSE. He played in the former Sterling Community Band. Arthur had a great love for the Philadelphia Eagles; and a fondness for dogs, including his neighbors’ pets, Barney, Reggie, Quincy and K.C. 

On March 30, 1978, Arthur was united in marriage with Barbara Cola in Lyons. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two children, Mario Yannaccone and Sarah Yannaccone both of Sterling. Arthur is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Rita Lynch. 

Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling with military honors by the United States Navy.&nbsp;

Arthur Alexander Yannaccone, 76, of Sterling, passed away January 12, 2022, at Hospice House of Hutchinson. He was born December 29, 1945, in Pottsville, Pennsylvania, the son of Antonio Arthur and Mary Candelore Yannaccone. Arthur graduated from Minersville High School with the class of 1963. He has resided in Sterling since 1977, formerly of Minersville, Pennsylvania. Arthur worked as a barber and a roughneck for Sterling Drilling. He served in the United States Navy from 1963 until 1966 during the Vietnam War. Arthur was a stagehand and member of the local IATSE. He played in the former Sterling Community Band. Arthur had a great love for the Philadelphia Eagles; and a fondness for dogs, including his neighbors’ pets, Barney, Reggie, Quincy and K.C. On March 30, 1978, Arthur was united in marriage with Barbara Cola in Lyons. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his two children, Mario Yannaccone and Sarah Yannaccone both of Sterling. Arthur is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Rita Lynch. Funeral service will be at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling with military honors by the United States Navy.&nbsp;

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