Orlene June Alvis, 91, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Waldron Place, Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born June 30, 1930 in Rago, the daughter of Orth J. and Mary (Fischgrabe) Walters.&nbsp; Orlene went to Kingman High School and graduated in 1948. She was a loving housewife. On February 28, 1953, she married Floyd Dale Trent in Tucumcari, NM. He passed away on May 21, 1996. Orlene then married Loyde Alvis on August 19, 1971 in Cimarron. He passed away on April 13, 2015. To both unions, she grew her family by 6 children. Orlene is survived by 5 children; Marla Werth of Snellville, GA, Martin Trent of Inman, Steve Alvis of Phoenix, AZ, David Alvis of Indian Beach, FL, and Karen Spencer of Medicine Lodge; one brother, Ivan Walters of Pineville, MO; and 18 grandchildren/great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Floyd Trent and Loyde Alvis; and daughter, Mona Davis. Cremation has taken place and there will be a graveside service scheduled for a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Orlene June Alvis, 91, passed away Monday, December 27, 2021 at Waldron Place, Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born June 30, 1930 in Rago, the daughter of Orth J. and Mary (Fischgrabe) Walters.&nbsp; Orlene went to Kingman High School and graduated in 1948. She was a loving housewife. On February 28, 1953, she married Floyd Dale Trent in Tucumcari, NM. He passed away on May 21, 1996. Orlene then married Loyde Alvis on August 19, 1971 in Cimarron. He passed away on April 13, 2015. To both unions, she grew her family by 6 children. Orlene is survived by 5 children; Marla Werth of Snellville, GA, Martin Trent of Inman, Steve Alvis of Phoenix, AZ, David Alvis of Indian Beach, FL, and Karen Spencer of Medicine Lodge; one brother, Ivan Walters of Pineville, MO; and 18 grandchildren/great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husbands, Floyd Trent and Loyde Alvis; and daughter, Mona Davis. Cremation has taken place and there will be a graveside service scheduled for a later date.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Orlene June Alvis  |1930-2021| 

Beverly Jo Reitz, 91, passed away December 25, 2021, at Grand Plains Skilled Nursing Center. She was born April 11, 1930, in Waynoka, OK to Samuel Joseph and Ida Mae Fuson. Beverly married Warren Keith Reitz August 20, 1950, in Waynoka, OK. They were married for 65 years. He died September 13, 2015. Beverly’s whole world was God first, then her family and friends. She was a member of First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge. She had a heart, soul, and home filled with music. This beautiful gift was passed down to their children and shared with everyone that knew her. She is survived by two sons and three daughters: Mark (Miry) Reitz of Phoenix AZ, Jim Reitz (David Draper) of Lees Summit MO, Martha (John) Irwin of Santa Fe, NM, Jill (Don) Blurton of Hays, Judy (Bret) Spicer of Overland Park. Beverly and Warren had 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Beverly is preceded in death by her two brothers: Bill Fuson and Pat Fuson, Father: Samuel Joseph Fuson, Mother: Ida Mae Fuson, Husband: Warren Keith Reitz. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beverly Jo Reitz, 91, passed away December 25, 2021, at Grand Plains Skilled Nursing Center. She was born April 11, 1930, in Waynoka, OK to Samuel Joseph and Ida Mae Fuson. Beverly married Warren Keith Reitz August 20, 1950, in Waynoka, OK. They were married for 65 years. He died September 13, 2015. Beverly’s whole world was God first, then her family and friends. She was a member of First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge. She had a heart, soul, and home filled with music. This beautiful gift was passed down to their children and shared with everyone that knew her. She is survived by two sons and three daughters: Mark (Miry) Reitz of Phoenix AZ, Jim Reitz (David Draper) of Lees Summit MO, Martha (John) Irwin of Santa Fe, NM, Jill (Don) Blurton of Hays, Judy (Bret) Spicer of Overland Park. Beverly and Warren had 10 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. Beverly is preceded in death by her two brothers: Bill Fuson and Pat Fuson, Father: Samuel Joseph Fuson, Mother: Ida Mae Fuson, Husband: Warren Keith Reitz. Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.

Beverly Jo Reitz  |1930-2021| 

Jimmie (Jim) L. Senn, 78, of Newton died December 26, 2021.

He was born March 4, 1943 in Halstead, to Windon Senn Sr. and Dorothy (Milne) Senn.

Jim married Jeanie Gronau on February 27, 1965 in Newton.

He was a retired Department of the Army, Supervisory Equipment Specialist and farmer. Although he spent 30 years maintaining and repairing equipment for the United States Army, his go to solution to repair equipment on the farm was frequently to get a, “bigger hammer”.

Jim proudly served in the United States Army and Army Reserves for 37 years, retiring from the 89th&nbsp;Regional Support Command at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5.

He is survived by his wife, sons, Michael (Stephanie Gibson), Troy (Diane) and Shane (Jessi) all of Newton; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Colt) Pfautz of Hesston; Brittany Senn, McKenzie (Clayton) Spencer, Annika Senn, Jakob Senn, Lillian Senn and Leah Senn, all of Newton; great-grandchildren, Paxton, Bristol, Kaiden and Rylan Pfautz; sisters, Bonnie Mason of Sedgwick, and Patricia Asher of Newton; brother, Marvin Senn of Woodville, TX.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Windon Senn, Jr.

Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM, on Monday January 3, 2022 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 421 S. Ash, Newton. Family will be present one hour prior to the service. Graveside service will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Newton.

Due to the ongoing pandemic, masks will be&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all those that attend.

Jimmie (Jim) L. Senn, 78, of Newton died December 26, 2021.He was born March 4, 1943 in Halstead, to Windon Senn Sr. and Dorothy (Milne) Senn.Jim married Jeanie Gronau on February 27, 1965 in Newton.He was a retired Department of the Army, Supervisory Equipment Specialist and farmer. Although he spent 30 years maintaining and repairing equipment for the United States Army, his go to solution to repair equipment on the farm was frequently to get a, “bigger hammer”.Jim proudly served in the United States Army and Army Reserves for 37 years, retiring from the 89th&nbsp;Regional Support Command at the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5.He is survived by his wife, sons, Michael (Stephanie Gibson), Troy (Diane) and Shane (Jessi) all of Newton; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Colt) Pfautz of Hesston; Brittany Senn, McKenzie (Clayton) Spencer, Annika Senn, Jakob Senn, Lillian Senn and Leah Senn, all of Newton; great-grandchildren, Paxton, Bristol, Kaiden and Rylan Pfautz; sisters, Bonnie Mason of Sedgwick, and Patricia Asher of Newton; brother, Marvin Senn of Woodville, TX.He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother Windon Senn, Jr.Memorial service will be at 11:00 AM, on Monday January 3, 2022 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 421 S. Ash, Newton. Family will be present one hour prior to the service. Graveside service will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in Newton.Due to the ongoing pandemic, masks will be&nbsp;required&nbsp;for all those that attend.

Jimmie (Jim) L. Senn  |1943-2021|  

Sylvester (Sy) F. Hageman, 87, died December 27th, 2021 at Goddard, Kansas.

Sy was born into the Zenda/Willowdale communities, to John and Dora Hageman. He graduated from Zenda High School in 1952. He married the love of his life, Lucille E. (Theis) on August 8th, 1953, moved to Wichita, and together they raised a family of fourteen children in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish in Wichita, KS.

A longtime Wichita resident, Sy held several occupations, including aircraft worker at Cessna, residential remodeler, sales agent for Montgomery Wards Home Improvements, and Knights of Columbus insurance agent. Sy was one of the founding members of the Knights of Columbus 4118 Council in west Wichita. Sy served on the 4th&nbsp;Degree Honor Guard and as a Grand Knight of the Council. In his semi-retirement, Sy served as a custodial engineer at the Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. Sy enjoyed polka dancing, bowling, boating, motorcycles, his Cadillacs, water skiing, snow skiing, pheasant hunting, fishing, playing cards, garage sales and farm sales, and socializing in general.

In their sixties Sy and Lucille retired to their home between St. Joseph Ost Catholic Church and Cheney Lake. In their retirement, Sy and Lucille were members and supporters of St. Joe Ost.

Sy was preceded in death by his wife Lucille, parents John and Dora, daughter Janet Ida, grandson Matthew Hageman, and granddaughter Jennifer Hays.

Survivors include brothers Ron Hageman, Kingman, Ollie Hageman, Wichita, and sister Charlene Downs, Murdock; Siblings and spouses, Stephen (Deb), Joyce Davis (John), Cathy Torres (John), Gary (Cheryl), Judy Murphy (Mike), Tom (Brenda), Mary Kotrba (Scott), Rick (Rhonda), Brad (Janice), Cheryl Stasiak (Tom), Jean Carver (Vince), Patty Ferris (Ron), and Glen (Erin); 39 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.

Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 29th at The Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 18218 W. US-54 Hi-way, on the east side of Goddard, KS.

Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 30th at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

For those unable to attend, Funeral services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.holyspiritwichita.com/live">www.holyspiritwichita.com/live</a>

Interment following at Resurrection Cemetery, 1640 N Maize Rd, Wichita.

Luncheon following interment generously provided by Holy Spirit Catholic Church Altar Society.

Sylvester (Sy) F. Hageman, 87, died December 27th, 2021 at Goddard, Kansas.Sy was born into the Zenda/Willowdale communities, to John and Dora Hageman. He graduated from Zenda High School in 1952. He married the love of his life, Lucille E. (Theis) on August 8th, 1953, moved to Wichita, and together they raised a family of fourteen children in the St. Patrick’s Catholic Parish in Wichita, KS.A longtime Wichita resident, Sy held several occupations, including aircraft worker at Cessna, residential remodeler, sales agent for Montgomery Wards Home Improvements, and Knights of Columbus insurance agent. Sy was one of the founding members of the Knights of Columbus 4118 Council in west Wichita. Sy served on the 4th&nbsp;Degree Honor Guard and as a Grand Knight of the Council. In his semi-retirement, Sy served as a custodial engineer at the Catholic Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Wichita. Sy enjoyed polka dancing, bowling, boating, motorcycles, his Cadillacs, water skiing, snow skiing, pheasant hunting, fishing, playing cards, garage sales and farm sales, and socializing in general.In their sixties Sy and Lucille retired to their home between St. Joseph Ost Catholic Church and Cheney Lake. In their retirement, Sy and Lucille were members and supporters of St. Joe Ost.Sy was preceded in death by his wife Lucille, parents John and Dora, daughter Janet Ida, grandson Matthew Hageman, and granddaughter Jennifer Hays.Survivors include brothers Ron Hageman, Kingman, Ollie Hageman, Wichita, and sister Charlene Downs, Murdock; Siblings and spouses, Stephen (Deb), Joyce Davis (John), Cathy Torres (John), Gary (Cheryl), Judy Murphy (Mike), Tom (Brenda), Mary Kotrba (Scott), Rick (Rhonda), Brad (Janice), Cheryl Stasiak (Tom), Jean Carver (Vince), Patty Ferris (Ron), and Glen (Erin); 39 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 29th at The Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic Church, 18218 W. US-54 Hi-way, on the east side of Goddard, KS.Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 30th at Holy Spirit Catholic Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;For those unable to attend, Funeral services will be livestreamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.holyspiritwichita.com/live">www.holyspiritwichita.com/live</a>Interment following at Resurrection Cemetery, 1640 N Maize Rd, Wichita.Luncheon following interment generously provided by Holy Spirit Catholic Church Altar Society.

Sylvester (Sy) F. Hageman  |1934-2021| 

Joyce Ellen Harris, 75,&nbsp; passed away December 18, 2021 at Hutchinson Health and Rehabilitation, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born on June 5, 1946 in Hutchinson, to Gerald and Maxine McMurray.&nbsp;

&nbsp;Joyce is survived by her 2 sons, Lonnie ( Becky) Harris and Loren ( Amy) Harris; daughter Pamela Nichols;&nbsp; four granddaughters, Matlyn Harris, Mahayla Harris, Josie Harris, and Audrey Harris.&nbsp; 

Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Maxine ( Smyres) McMurray.

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A visitation to celebrate her life will be held on December 30, 2021 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.&nbsp; at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 North Main Street, Hutchinson, Kansas

Joyce Ellen Harris, 75,&nbsp; passed away December 18, 2021 at Hutchinson Health and Rehabilitation, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born on June 5, 1946 in Hutchinson, to Gerald and Maxine McMurray.&nbsp;&nbsp;Joyce is survived by her 2 sons, Lonnie ( Becky) Harris and Loren ( Amy) Harris; daughter Pamela Nichols;&nbsp; four granddaughters, Matlyn Harris, Mahayla Harris, Josie Harris, and Audrey Harris.&nbsp; Joyce is preceded in death by her parents, Gerald and Maxine ( Smyres) McMurray.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A visitation to celebrate her life will be held on December 30, 2021 from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.&nbsp; at Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home, 528 North Main Street, Hutchinson, Kansas

Joyce Ellen Harris  |1946-2021| 

Stanley James Ray, 81, passed away in Hutchinson, Kansas on December 26 ,2021.&nbsp; He was born on January 25, 1940 in Ellsworth, Kansas, to James and Elva Ray.

Stanley served 4 years in the United States Navy.

He is survived by wife, Lorelei Ray, of 37 years of marriage; brothers-in-law, Ronnie Marcum (Annie Lou), Craig Marcum ( Janice), Shawn Marcum&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;( Mikelle), and Jason Marcum ( Katie); sister-in-law, Sherry Smith; niece, Donna Scholoemer; great niece, Deborah Frazer; best buddy, Roger Kruse ( Sharon), and lots of nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp; Stanley is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Barbara Hutchison.

Stanley James Ray, 81, passed away in Hutchinson, Kansas on December 26 ,2021.&nbsp; He was born on January 25, 1940 in Ellsworth, Kansas, to James and Elva Ray.Stanley served 4 years in the United States Navy.He is survived by wife, Lorelei Ray, of 37 years of marriage; brothers-in-law, Ronnie Marcum (Annie Lou), Craig Marcum ( Janice), Shawn Marcum&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;( Mikelle), and Jason Marcum ( Katie); sister-in-law, Sherry Smith; niece, Donna Scholoemer; great niece, Deborah Frazer; best buddy, Roger Kruse ( Sharon), and lots of nieces, nephews, and friends.&nbsp; Stanley is preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Barbara Hutchison.Cremation will take place.

Stanley James Ray  |1940-2021| 

Robert “Bob” Joseph Bell was born on March 7, 1937, to Joseph and Dorothea Bell in Detroit, Michigan. Bob passed away peacefully on December 26, 2021, at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro, where he had been a resident since June of 2021.

Bob graduated from high school in Lincoln Park, MI. Then in March of 1957, he enlisted into the Army, where he was a supply clerk for 2 years before getting an honorable discharge due to an injury in April of 1959.

 Bob met the love his live Alice Spangler on a weekend leave from Ft. Riley, at the movie theater in Herington. He stole her car keys with the promise of giving them back if she went on a date with him. They later married on August 8, 1959, in Abilene. To this marriage they had 3 children. Bob was a railroad clerk for over 25 years working for the Rock Island and then later the OKT. He was also a custodian for the Herington Jr High School for 13 years, where the kids loved seeing Bob around the school. 

Bob also helped Ronnie Baxter build houses and he also laid linoleum and tile with Jim Trapp. Bob was a busy body who couldn’t sit still, he created and built many wood projects for family and friends.

Bob was also an Eagle scout and scout master. In his free time, he was involved with the boy scouts, teen club, hunter safety, and was one of the driving forces behind the Kids Federation wrestling club program. If Bob couldn’t be found working or volunteering, he could be found outdoors either camping, fishing, hunting, boating, or swimming. Bob also loved playing cards and board games when he couldn’t be outside. You can be sure that Bob and Alice already have set up a card table and are playing thirteen-point pitch.

Bob is survived by his 3 children, Marty and wife Kelly of Burdick; Robbin Bell of Herington; and daughter Terri and husband Ron Winter of Hillsboro. Brother Lee and wife Bolivia of Woodside, NY. Grandchildren, Tyler, Brooke and Colton Bell, two step-grandchildren Starla (Josh) Gesamen and Merissa (Greg) Bowman, four step great grandchildren, Matthew and James Gesamen, and Sybil and Hazel Bowman.

 He was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife of 54 years Alice in 2013, sister Joann Bell, grandson Cobie Bell in 1994, and step-grandson Calvin Riggs in 2004. 

Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington Chapel is serving the family. A Celebration of Life service with military honors will be on January 5, 2022, at the Yazel-Megli, Herington Chapel at 11:00 am with Pastor Gary Schrader officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert “Bob” Joseph Bell was born on March 7, 1937, to Joseph and Dorothea Bell in Detroit, Michigan. Bob passed away peacefully on December 26, 2021, at Parkside Homes in Hillsboro, where he had been a resident since June of 2021. Bob graduated from high school in Lincoln Park, MI. Then in March of 1957, he enlisted into the Army, where he was a supply clerk for 2 years before getting an honorable discharge due to an injury in April of 1959. Bob met the love his live Alice Spangler on a weekend leave from Ft. Riley, at the movie theater in Herington. He stole her car keys with the promise of giving them back if she went on a date with him. They later married on August 8, 1959, in Abilene. To this marriage they had 3 children. Bob was a railroad clerk for over 25 years working for the Rock Island and then later the OKT. He was also a custodian for the Herington Jr High School for 13 years, where the kids loved seeing Bob around the school. Bob also helped Ronnie Baxter build houses and he also laid linoleum and tile with Jim Trapp. Bob was a busy body who couldn’t sit still, he created and built many wood projects for family and friends. Bob was also an Eagle scout and scout master. In his free time, he was involved with the boy scouts, teen club, hunter safety, and was one of the driving forces behind the Kids Federation wrestling club program. If Bob couldn’t be found working or volunteering, he could be found outdoors either camping, fishing, hunting, boating, or swimming. Bob also loved playing cards and board games when he couldn’t be outside. You can be sure that Bob and Alice already have set up a card table and are playing thirteen-point pitch. Bob is survived by his 3 children, Marty and wife Kelly of Burdick; Robbin Bell of Herington; and daughter Terri and husband Ron Winter of Hillsboro. Brother Lee and wife Bolivia of Woodside, NY. Grandchildren, Tyler, Brooke and Colton Bell, two step-grandchildren Starla (Josh) Gesamen and Merissa (Greg) Bowman, four step great grandchildren, Matthew and James Gesamen, and Sybil and Hazel Bowman. He was preceded in death by his parents, his loving wife of 54 years Alice in 2013, sister Joann Bell, grandson Cobie Bell in 1994, and step-grandson Calvin Riggs in 2004. Yazel-Megli Funeral Home, Herington Chapel is serving the family. A Celebration of Life service with military honors will be on January 5, 2022, at the Yazel-Megli, Herington Chapel at 11:00 am with Pastor Gary Schrader officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert "Bob" Joseph Bell  |1937-2021| 

&nbsp;Richard Dean Ollek Jr. passed away December 26, 2021 at Diversicare of Sedgwick. 

He was born November 18, 1943 in Hillsboro to Richard Edward and Rosy (Weinbrener) Ollek.

 He married Barbara Birkle November 24, 1962 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro. Survivors include: wife, Barbara Ollek of Wichita; sons, Richard Ollek of Wichita, Ronald Ollek of Wichita; daughter, Robyn Gruenwald of Bel Aire; sister. Peggy Roberts of Topeka; 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. 

Celebration of Life service 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Ascension Lutheran in Wichita officiated by Rev. Dr. Michael Bingenheimer. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Church.

&nbsp;Richard Dean Ollek Jr. passed away December 26, 2021 at Diversicare of Sedgwick. He was born November 18, 1943 in Hillsboro to Richard Edward and Rosy (Weinbrener) Ollek. He married Barbara Birkle November 24, 1962 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro. Survivors include: wife, Barbara Ollek of Wichita; sons, Richard Ollek of Wichita, Ronald Ollek of Wichita; daughter, Robyn Gruenwald of Bel Aire; sister. Peggy Roberts of Topeka; 9 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Celebration of Life service 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Ascension Lutheran in Wichita officiated by Rev. Dr. Michael Bingenheimer. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Church.

Richard Dean Ollek Jr.  |1943-2021| 

Beulah May (Schmidt) Gehring, 83, of Moundridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 27, 2021 at Meadowbrook (Pine Village), Moundridge.&nbsp; Beulah was born on February 17, 1938, at Goessel, Kansas to John H. and Susie (Buller) Schmidt.&nbsp;

Beulah graduated from Burns High School in 1956.&nbsp; She married James Leroy Gehring at Burns Mennonite Church on February 24, 1956.&nbsp; They welcomed 4 children into this blessed marriage.

Beulah’s faith was very important to her starting with her baptism in 1953.&nbsp; Beulah was an active member of First Mennonite Church of Christian in Moundridge where she served as Sunday School teacher, sang in the church choir, member of Mission Study Workers/Friendship Circle, Church Council and served on many church committees.&nbsp; She was known to volunteer in the community and was a member of the Bethel College Women’s Association (BCWA).

While the children were little Beulah stayed home and as they grew up, she could be found working as the editor of the Moundridge Journal, working part time at a local fabric and floral shop, Administrative Assistant at Memorial Home and her last position before retirement was the Administrative Assistant to First Mennonite Church in Newton.&nbsp; Her most cherished job was being wife to her husband of 65 years and the mother of her 4 children.

Beulah had many hobbies that filled her time which included quilting, sewing, gardening, baking (oh could she bake, whether it was her amazing cinnamon rolls, poppyseed rolls, cookies or her delicious poppyseed cake that could be found at church and family potlucks) and let’s not forget her infinite love and passion for Indian pottery and artifacts.&nbsp; Beulah and Jim would make many trips to Taos, New Mexico to get her “fix” of the Indian culture during their 65 years together.

Beulah is survived by her husband, James (Jim) Gehring of Moundridge; son, James Jr. (Chrystle) Gehring of Edmond, OK; daughters, Helen (Jim) Schroeder of Moundridge; Bonnie (Charles) Johnson of Merritt Island, FL, Rhonda Schrock of Hesston; 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Julie (Leland) Stucky of Newton, Emmy Midkiff of Spokane, WA, twin sister Twylah Nightengale &nbsp;of Burlington, Fern (Ron) Goodwin of Burns, Berneda (Rex) Jewell of Manhattan; brothers, John (Carol) Schmidt of Longmont, CO, Calvin (Dawna) Schmidt of Moundridge, Dennis (Sherry) Schmidt of North Newton; sister-in-law Mary Langenegger, Newton, and many nieces and nephews.

Beulah was preceded in death by both her parents, son-in-law John Schrock, and great granddaughter Abigail Jantz. Brothers-in-law Frank Midkiff, Don Nightengale, Cecil Langenegger; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Joyce and Ken Kyle.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31, 2021 at First Mennonite Church of Christian, Moundridge.&nbsp; Burial will be prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., at the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may pay their respects from 3:00 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Moundridge Funeral Home with the family greeting friends from 5:30 to 7:30p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beulah May (Schmidt) Gehring, 83, of Moundridge, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 27, 2021 at Meadowbrook (Pine Village), Moundridge.&nbsp; Beulah was born on February 17, 1938, at Goessel, Kansas to John H. and Susie (Buller) Schmidt.&nbsp;Beulah graduated from Burns High School in 1956.&nbsp; She married James Leroy Gehring at Burns Mennonite Church on February 24, 1956.&nbsp; They welcomed 4 children into this blessed marriage.Beulah’s faith was very important to her starting with her baptism in 1953.&nbsp; Beulah was an active member of First Mennonite Church of Christian in Moundridge where she served as Sunday School teacher, sang in the church choir, member of Mission Study Workers/Friendship Circle, Church Council and served on many church committees.&nbsp; She was known to volunteer in the community and was a member of the Bethel College Women’s Association (BCWA).While the children were little Beulah stayed home and as they grew up, she could be found working as the editor of the Moundridge Journal, working part time at a local fabric and floral shop, Administrative Assistant at Memorial Home and her last position before retirement was the Administrative Assistant to First Mennonite Church in Newton.&nbsp; Her most cherished job was being wife to her husband of 65 years and the mother of her 4 children.Beulah had many hobbies that filled her time which included quilting, sewing, gardening, baking (oh could she bake, whether it was her amazing cinnamon rolls, poppyseed rolls, cookies or her delicious poppyseed cake that could be found at church and family potlucks) and let’s not forget her infinite love and passion for Indian pottery and artifacts.&nbsp; Beulah and Jim would make many trips to Taos, New Mexico to get her “fix” of the Indian culture during their 65 years together.Beulah is survived by her husband, James (Jim) Gehring of Moundridge; son, James Jr. (Chrystle) Gehring of Edmond, OK; daughters, Helen (Jim) Schroeder of Moundridge; Bonnie (Charles) Johnson of Merritt Island, FL, Rhonda Schrock of Hesston; 8 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren; sisters, Julie (Leland) Stucky of Newton, Emmy Midkiff of Spokane, WA, twin sister Twylah Nightengale &nbsp;of Burlington, Fern (Ron) Goodwin of Burns, Berneda (Rex) Jewell of Manhattan; brothers, John (Carol) Schmidt of Longmont, CO, Calvin (Dawna) Schmidt of Moundridge, Dennis (Sherry) Schmidt of North Newton; sister-in-law Mary Langenegger, Newton, and many nieces and nephews.Beulah was preceded in death by both her parents, son-in-law John Schrock, and great granddaughter Abigail Jantz. Brothers-in-law Frank Midkiff, Don Nightengale, Cecil Langenegger; and sister-in-law and brother-in-law Joyce and Ken Kyle.Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 31, 2021 at First Mennonite Church of Christian, Moundridge.&nbsp; Burial will be prior to the service at 10:00 a.m., at the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may pay their respects from 3:00 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at Moundridge Funeral Home with the family greeting friends from 5:30 to 7:30p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beulah May (Schmidt) Gehring  |1938-2021| 

Rosezetta “Rosie” Hathaway, born October 23, 1934, entered
her heavenly home on December 24, 2021.&nbsp;
She was born the daughter of Walter C. and Martha Welsch Foss in
Kinsley.&nbsp; Rosie married David D.
Hathaway in Kinsley on August 13, 1951.&nbsp; 

She is survived by her children, Donald (Carolyn) Hathaway;
Stafford, Karen (Gerald) Sweeden, Hutchinson; Polly (Doug) Withroder,
Arlington; and LeEtta (Nathan) Mourn, Hutchinson.&nbsp; 

Rosie and David have 11 grandchildren; numerous great
grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband David on December
27, 2020; her parents; a sister Mary Huckerdee; and two brothers; Keith and
Kenneth Foss. 

A memorial service will be held 10:00 AM
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at Riverside Baptist Church. Inurnment will follow at Fairlawn Burial
Park. A luncheon will be served following
the graveside service at the church.

Rosezetta “Rosie” Hathaway, born October 23, 1934, entered
her heavenly home on December 24, 2021.&nbsp;
She was born the daughter of Walter C. and Martha Welsch Foss in
Kinsley.&nbsp; Rosie married David D.
Hathaway in Kinsley on August 13, 1951.&nbsp; She is survived by her children, Donald (Carolyn) Hathaway;
Stafford, Karen (Gerald) Sweeden, Hutchinson; Polly (Doug) Withroder,
Arlington; and LeEtta (Nathan) Mourn, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Rosie and David have 11 grandchildren; numerous great
grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her husband David on December
27, 2020; her parents; a sister Mary Huckerdee; and two brothers; Keith and
Kenneth Foss. A memorial service will be held 10:00 AM
Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at Riverside Baptist Church. Inurnment will follow at Fairlawn Burial
Park. A luncheon will be served following
the graveside service at the church.

Rosezetta "Rosie" Hathaway  |1934-2021| 

Joe Edward Roseberry, 68, of Hutchinson, passed from this life on December 23, 2021, surrounded by loved ones.&nbsp; He was born January 1, 1953, to Frank Barnes Roseberry and Joyce Ann (Redinger) Roseberry, in Dodge City.

Joe attended Hutchinson Public Schools, and later in life, took some courses at HCC.&nbsp; He had a 40-year career with Buhler USD 313, where he started as a custodian and ended his time there as the Building Maintenance Director.

Joe made it his mission to know every square inch of the buildings, and to do whatever it took to make sure the teachers and kids were happy.&nbsp; After retirement he was restless, so he went back to work part-time at the Plaza Go Truck Stop, doing maintenance work. In his spare time, he created coloring books from his own original drawings.

Joe had a great love for his family.&nbsp; He would tell the grandkids jokes and stories with life lessons sprinkled in here and there. You were not quite sure what you were going to get when he started telling a story, but that was Joe.

On June 12, 1981, he married Patricia McAllister, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared 40 years of marriage until his passing.&nbsp;

Joe is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Patricia Roseberry; sons, Mark (Karin) Roseberry; grandson, Brenton, of Independence, KY; Jason (Reyna) McAllister; grandchildren, Jade, Raven, Tiera, and Gabe of Hutchinson; Shane (Sammie) McAllister; grandchildren, McKinnley, Ashton, Brooklynn, Michael, Noah, and Amaya of Hutchinson; self-adopted daughter, Jennifer Perez; and Jennifer’s daughters, Justyce and Ellyanah of Andover; mother, Joyce Ann McMannis of Hutchinson; brothers, Steve Roseberry, Alan Durham, both of Hutchinson, and Mark Durham of Kansas City; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and his Italian Greyhound, Bella.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his father, Frank Roseberry; brother, Murray Roseberry; and his beloved Italian Greyhounds, Jagger, Ozzy, Ace, Dimitri, Tina, and Bear.

Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Joe Roseberry Memorial Fund (to be distributed to charities involving children and Italian Greyhound Rescue), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Joe Edward Roseberry, 68, of Hutchinson, passed from this life on December 23, 2021, surrounded by loved ones.&nbsp; He was born January 1, 1953, to Frank Barnes Roseberry and Joyce Ann (Redinger) Roseberry, in Dodge City.Joe attended Hutchinson Public Schools, and later in life, took some courses at HCC.&nbsp; He had a 40-year career with Buhler USD 313, where he started as a custodian and ended his time there as the Building Maintenance Director.Joe made it his mission to know every square inch of the buildings, and to do whatever it took to make sure the teachers and kids were happy.&nbsp; After retirement he was restless, so he went back to work part-time at the Plaza Go Truck Stop, doing maintenance work. In his spare time, he created coloring books from his own original drawings.Joe had a great love for his family.&nbsp; He would tell the grandkids jokes and stories with life lessons sprinkled in here and there. You were not quite sure what you were going to get when he started telling a story, but that was Joe.On June 12, 1981, he married Patricia McAllister, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared 40 years of marriage until his passing.&nbsp;Joe is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Patricia Roseberry; sons, Mark (Karin) Roseberry; grandson, Brenton, of Independence, KY; Jason (Reyna) McAllister; grandchildren, Jade, Raven, Tiera, and Gabe of Hutchinson; Shane (Sammie) McAllister; grandchildren, McKinnley, Ashton, Brooklynn, Michael, Noah, and Amaya of Hutchinson; self-adopted daughter, Jennifer Perez; and Jennifer’s daughters, Justyce and Ellyanah of Andover; mother, Joyce Ann McMannis of Hutchinson; brothers, Steve Roseberry, Alan Durham, both of Hutchinson, and Mark Durham of Kansas City; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews; and his Italian Greyhound, Bella.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his father, Frank Roseberry; brother, Murray Roseberry; and his beloved Italian Greyhounds, Jagger, Ozzy, Ace, Dimitri, Tina, and Bear.Celebration of Life service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends following the service.In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Joe Roseberry Memorial Fund (to be distributed to charities involving children and Italian Greyhound Rescue), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Joe Edward Roseberry |1953-2021|

Carol Lynn "Grammy" Eubank, 73, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. She was born on August 26, 1948 in Kinsley to Glenn L. and Helen (Hibbard) Shriver. Carol married Charles "Chuck" Eubank on July 12, 1969 in Pratt. He preceded her in death on February 26, 2016. Carol graduated from Pratt High School in 1966. She earned her Bachelors in Education from Fort Hays University in 1970. She taught at Cunningham School for 3 years and Skyline School for 2 years before starting her own family and becoming a homemaker. She attended Grace United Methodist Church and was a member of T-Bird Club, Strong Women, Walk Across Kansas, Pratt County 4-H and EHU. She enjoyed spending time with her family and attending their activities, singing in Easter Cantata, attending JUCO tournament and the State Fair, going to the Coldwater Lake and her Bassetts. She is survived by her children, Christopher (Terra) Eubank of Coats, Dustin (Sara) Eubank of Coats and Ryan (Sarah) Eubank of Pratt; sisters, Barbara (Gary) Wright of Elkhart, Indiana and Kay Lucas of Wichita; brothers, Alan "Totem" Shriver of McMinnville, Oregon and Harold (Patty) Lucas of Wichita; brother in-law, Rod Angle of Ellicott, Maryland; grandchildren, Gaby Lynn Eubank, Kami Janae Eubank, Alexis Margaret Eubank, Aurora Mildred Eubank, Emmett Charles Eubank, Charleigh Julia Eubank and Wyatt William Eubank; and Furr Baby, Autumn Eubank. Carol is preceded in death by her parents, Glenn Shriver, Helen Shriver and Pauline Shriver; husband, Charles "Chuck" Eubank; and sister, Karen Angle. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt. Burial will follow at Coats Cemetery, Coats.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol Lynn "Grammy" Eubank, 73, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. She was born on August 26, 1948 in Kinsley to Glenn L. and Helen (Hibbard) Shriver. Carol married Charles "Chuck" Eubank on July 12, 1969 in Pratt. He preceded her in death on February 26, 2016. Carol graduated from Pratt High School in 1966. She earned her Bachelors in Education from Fort Hays University in 1970. She taught at Cunningham School for 3 years and Skyline School for 2 years before starting her own family and becoming a homemaker. She attended Grace United Methodist Church and was a member of T-Bird Club, Strong Women, Walk Across Kansas, Pratt County 4-H and EHU. She enjoyed spending time with her family and attending their activities, singing in Easter Cantata, attending JUCO tournament and the State Fair, going to the Coldwater Lake and her Bassetts. She is survived by her children, Christopher (Terra) Eubank of Coats, Dustin (Sara) Eubank of Coats and Ryan (Sarah) Eubank of Pratt; sisters, Barbara (Gary) Wright of Elkhart, Indiana and Kay Lucas of Wichita; brothers, Alan "Totem" Shriver of McMinnville, Oregon and Harold (Patty) Lucas of Wichita; brother in-law, Rod Angle of Ellicott, Maryland; grandchildren, Gaby Lynn Eubank, Kami Janae Eubank, Alexis Margaret Eubank, Aurora Mildred Eubank, Emmett Charles Eubank, Charleigh Julia Eubank and Wyatt William Eubank; and Furr Baby, Autumn Eubank. Carol is preceded in death by her parents, Glenn Shriver, Helen Shriver and Pauline Shriver; husband, Charles "Chuck" Eubank; and sister, Karen Angle. Visitation will be Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 30, 2021 at First United Methodist Church, Pratt. Burial will follow at Coats Cemetery, Coats.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol Lynn "Grammy" Eubank  |1948-2021| 

Connie S. Simpson, 66, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born September 14, 1955 in Dodge City, the daughter of Donald and Betty Sipes Culver.&nbsp; In 1974, Connie graduated from Cimarron High School and later went to Beauty College.&nbsp; &nbsp;On March 25, 1983 she married Larry Simpson in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Connie worked for Hutchinson Regional Medical Center as an anesthesiology technician and retired after 26 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed working in the garden and doing yard work.&nbsp;&nbsp; Connie also loved spending time with her grandchildren and being grandma’s taxi.&nbsp; She always looked forward to spending time with her family during the holidays and Christmas was her favorite holiday.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents. Connie is survived by her husband, Larry; daughter, Dawn Salazar; son, Brett Simpson; sisters, Linda Culver and Donna Preston; three grandchildren, Kaetlin, Isabela and Gabriel Salazar; and her two companions, her dog and cat, KC and Pepper. Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Connie S. Simpson, 66, passed away Friday, December 24, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born September 14, 1955 in Dodge City, the daughter of Donald and Betty Sipes Culver.&nbsp; In 1974, Connie graduated from Cimarron High School and later went to Beauty College.&nbsp; &nbsp;On March 25, 1983 she married Larry Simpson in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Connie worked for Hutchinson Regional Medical Center as an anesthesiology technician and retired after 26 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed working in the garden and doing yard work.&nbsp;&nbsp; Connie also loved spending time with her grandchildren and being grandma’s taxi.&nbsp; She always looked forward to spending time with her family during the holidays and Christmas was her favorite holiday.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents. Connie is survived by her husband, Larry; daughter, Dawn Salazar; son, Brett Simpson; sisters, Linda Culver and Donna Preston; three grandchildren, Kaetlin, Isabela and Gabriel Salazar; and her two companions, her dog and cat, KC and Pepper. Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Connie S. Simpson  |1955-2021| 

Margaret Enns, 94, of Buhler, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community.&nbsp; She was born March 22, 1927, the daughter of Herman and Margaret (Reimer) Enns.

Private burial will take place at Buhler Municipal Cemetery, Buhler, Kansas.&nbsp; Celebration of Life will take place and will be announced at a later date along with a full obituary.&nbsp;

Margaret Enns, 94, of Buhler, Kansas, passed away Thursday, December 23, 2021 at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community.&nbsp; She was born March 22, 1927, the daughter of Herman and Margaret (Reimer) Enns.Private burial will take place at Buhler Municipal Cemetery, Buhler, Kansas.&nbsp; Celebration of Life will take place and will be announced at a later date along with a full obituary.&nbsp;

Margaret Enns  |1927-2021| 

Carla Joy Christians, 85, died on December 23, 2021, at Riverview Estates, Marquette, KS. She was born on May 30, 1936, to Carl and Theresa Gray in Geneseo. Carla graduated from Geneseo High School and attended Wichita State University. She graduated from Bethany College in 1980. 

She is predeceased by her father, mother, and infant sister. Her older sister, Twila Sullivan, passed away recently on October 20, 2021. 



Carla married Warren Laughlin in 1956 and three children were born; Davis (Donna) Laughlin of Benton; Daric (Karen) Laughlin of Overland Park; and Darla (Mark) Brin of Salina. Grandchildren include Amber (Leighton) Fetters, Tara Laughlin, Kyle (Melissa) Hubele, Morgan (David) King, Ross Laughlin, Drake Laughlin, and bonus grandchildren Blaque and Baylee Brin. Great-grandchildren include Averie, Meredith, and Caleb Fetters; Jaxon and Cooper Hubele; and Caroline and Madison King. 

Carla married Albert Christians in 1983 and welcomed two bonus children: Dan (Diane) Christians, Overland Park, and Roy (Joi) Christians, Colorado. Bonus grandchildren include Cody, Brittany, Conner, David, and Laura Christians.

Carla was very proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved giving gifts, especially at Christmas, and would, within reason, try to gift whatever the person wished for. 

Carla worked as an English teacher and then was the Registrar at Marymount College until it closed. Carla was a very talented pianist and accompanied many individuals and groups. She played the piano until later years when Rheumatoid Arthritis sadly crippled her hands. She was very energetic and loved sports. She followed the KU Jayhawks, KC Chiefs, and loved to watch Smoky Valley Basketball. 

Funeral service will be held at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Lindsborg, KS on Wednesday, December 30, 2021 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery.&nbsp;

Carla Joy Christians, 85, died on December 23, 2021, at Riverview Estates, Marquette, KS. She was born on May 30, 1936, to Carl and Theresa Gray in Geneseo. Carla graduated from Geneseo High School and attended Wichita State University. She graduated from Bethany College in 1980. She is predeceased by her father, mother, and infant sister. Her older sister, Twila Sullivan, passed away recently on October 20, 2021. 

Carla married Warren Laughlin in 1956 and three children were born; Davis (Donna) Laughlin of Benton; Daric (Karen) Laughlin of Overland Park; and Darla (Mark) Brin of Salina. Grandchildren include Amber (Leighton) Fetters, Tara Laughlin, Kyle (Melissa) Hubele, Morgan (David) King, Ross Laughlin, Drake Laughlin, and bonus grandchildren Blaque and Baylee Brin. Great-grandchildren include Averie, Meredith, and Caleb Fetters; Jaxon and Cooper Hubele; and Caroline and Madison King. 

Carla married Albert Christians in 1983 and welcomed two bonus children: Dan (Diane) Christians, Overland Park, and Roy (Joi) Christians, Colorado. Bonus grandchildren include Cody, Brittany, Conner, David, and Laura Christians. 

Carla was very proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She loved giving gifts, especially at Christmas, and would, within reason, try to gift whatever the person wished for. 

Carla worked as an English teacher and then was the Registrar at Marymount College until it closed. Carla was a very talented pianist and accompanied many individuals and groups. She played the piano until later years when Rheumatoid Arthritis sadly crippled her hands. She was very energetic and loved sports. She followed the KU Jayhawks, KC Chiefs, and loved to watch Smoky Valley Basketball. 

Funeral service will be held at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Lindsborg, KS on Wednesday, December 30, 2021 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery.&nbsp;

Carla Joy Christians |1936-2021| 

Clara M. Romero, 71, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born September 19, 1950, in Denver, CO., the daughter of Reuben and Margaret (Pacheco) Romero.&nbsp; Clara is survived by her two children; Sophia Montaldo and Tommy Morales. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services held at this time.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clara M. Romero, 71, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born September 19, 1950, in Denver, CO., the daughter of Reuben and Margaret (Pacheco) Romero.&nbsp; Clara is survived by her two children; Sophia Montaldo and Tommy Morales. Cremation has taken place and there will be no services held at this time.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clara M. Romero |1950-2021| 

Carrol D. Zerger, 90, died Dec. 27, 2021 at Kingman.

He was born Oct. 31, 1931, near Belmont, Kansas the son of John and Emma Kaufman Zerger.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, he was a retired manager and serviceman for Kansas Gas Service.

Carrol was a member of the Kingman Mennonite Church and presently attending the First Mennonite Church in Pretty Prairie.

On June 30, 1962, he married Arlene Schrag at Mounridge.&nbsp; Other survivors include sons Linn Zerger, and Darrin Zerger and his wife Sheri; daughter Charlene Childs; and 5 grandchildren. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by brothers Waldo, Carl and Glen.

Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m., Friday, at the Kingman Mennonite Cemetery followed by services at the First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie at 3:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.

Carrol D. Zerger, 90, died Dec. 27, 2021 at Kingman.He was born Oct. 31, 1931, near Belmont, Kansas the son of John and Emma Kaufman Zerger.&nbsp; A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, he was a retired manager and serviceman for Kansas Gas Service.Carrol was a member of the Kingman Mennonite Church and presently attending the First Mennonite Church in Pretty Prairie.On June 30, 1962, he married Arlene Schrag at Mounridge.&nbsp; Other survivors include sons Linn Zerger, and Darrin Zerger and his wife Sheri; daughter Charlene Childs; and 5 grandchildren. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by brothers Waldo, Carl and Glen.Graveside services will be 1:30 p.m., Friday, at the Kingman Mennonite Cemetery followed by services at the First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie at 3:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Thursday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.

Carrol D. Zerger  |1931-2021| 

Earl Dean Frye, 62, of Moundridge, died December 17, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He was born February 9, 1959, in Hutchinson, to William Thomas “Bill” and Patricia (Mowery) Frye.

Earl graduated Nickerson High School in 1977, and from Wichita Automotive and Electronics Institute.&nbsp; He worked as a machinist for 42 years. &nbsp;During his career, Earl worked at Eaton Corporation, Langham Creek Machine Works, Houston, TX, before retiring from The Bradbury Company in February 2021.&nbsp; He enjoyed Hot Rods, Streetcars, racing, and was a member of the Kansas Central Model Railroaders. &nbsp;Earl had staunch beliefs; you always knew where he stood on his beliefs.

On May 24, 1985, he married Cynthia D. Putz, in Houston, TX.&nbsp; She died March 1, 2016, after they shared 31 years of marriage.

Earl is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Trisha Sims (Kris) of Hutchinson; brothers, John Frye (Vera) of Lyons, and Chris Frye of Nickerson; grandchildren, Madison Sims and Kolton Sims; aunt, Ora Henry of Hutchinson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bob Phipps officiating. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Earl Dean Frye, 62, of Moundridge, died December 17, 2021, at his home.&nbsp; He was born February 9, 1959, in Hutchinson, to William Thomas “Bill” and Patricia (Mowery) Frye.Earl graduated Nickerson High School in 1977, and from Wichita Automotive and Electronics Institute.&nbsp; He worked as a machinist for 42 years. &nbsp;During his career, Earl worked at Eaton Corporation, Langham Creek Machine Works, Houston, TX, before retiring from The Bradbury Company in February 2021.&nbsp; He enjoyed Hot Rods, Streetcars, racing, and was a member of the Kansas Central Model Railroaders. &nbsp;Earl had staunch beliefs; you always knew where he stood on his beliefs.On May 24, 1985, he married Cynthia D. Putz, in Houston, TX.&nbsp; She died March 1, 2016, after they shared 31 years of marriage.Earl is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Trisha Sims (Kris) of Hutchinson; brothers, John Frye (Vera) of Lyons, and Chris Frye of Nickerson; grandchildren, Madison Sims and Kolton Sims; aunt, Ora Henry of Hutchinson; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 30, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bob Phipps officiating. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends from 9:30 a.m. until service time Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Earl Dean Frye  |1959-2021| 

&nbsp; Chester Evans was born October 11, 1942 in Hutchinson, KS to Jerome and Anna (Hash) Evans. Survivors include 2 sons; Chester Jr and Jerome Evans; 10 brothers and sisters, Jerry, Julia, Juanita, Jim, Mary, Don, Lon, Jack, Jan, and Jon; 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Evans; daughter, Debby Evans; and great granddaughter, Stormy Trostle. His viewing will take place at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.&nbsp; &nbsp;

&nbsp; Chester Evans was born October 11, 1942 in Hutchinson, KS to Jerome and Anna (Hash) Evans. Survivors include 2 sons; Chester Jr and Jerome Evans; 10 brothers and sisters, Jerry, Julia, Juanita, Jim, Mary, Don, Lon, Jack, Jan, and Jon; 12 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Connie Evans; daughter, Debby Evans; and great granddaughter, Stormy Trostle. His viewing will take place at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Chester Evans  |1942-2021| 

Linda L. Plank, 84, finished her work on this earth and is now being welcomed home by: her parents, Aaron Oscar and Laura Elva (Truitt) Krob; her husband, Donald E. Plank; two brothers; four sisters; and a grandson. She was born September 5, 1937, and went to Heaven on Christmas 2021.

Linda married Dean Austin Tregellas in 1983, and together they had three redheaded daughters. After their divorce, she married Donald E. Plank. Linda lived in Iuka and Pratt while raising her daughters and eventually settled down in Hutchinson. For the last ten years she traveled, danced, and totally enjoyed life with John Beckman.

Linda was a natural caregiver and worked as a medical aide in nursing homes. She always kept her hands busy with hobbies such as painting and quilting. She was a member of Park Place Christian Church, Hutchinson.

Linda is survived by: three daughters, Arlene Swingle, Sawyer, Pamela Shopteese, Hutchinson, Janell Ryan (Randy), Scott City; five grandchildren, Asa Swingle, Rey Lopez, Kyle Lopez, Nicole Shopteese, and Jessica Chadwick; and 6 great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Park Place Christian Church Hutchinson. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Park Place Christian Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Linda L. Plank, 84, finished her work on this earth and is now being welcomed home by: her parents, Aaron Oscar and Laura Elva (Truitt) Krob; her husband, Donald E. Plank; two brothers; four sisters; and a grandson. She was born September 5, 1937, and went to Heaven on Christmas 2021.Linda married Dean Austin Tregellas in 1983, and together they had three redheaded daughters. After their divorce, she married Donald E. Plank. Linda lived in Iuka and Pratt while raising her daughters and eventually settled down in Hutchinson. For the last ten years she traveled, danced, and totally enjoyed life with John Beckman.Linda was a natural caregiver and worked as a medical aide in nursing homes. She always kept her hands busy with hobbies such as painting and quilting. She was a member of Park Place Christian Church, Hutchinson.Linda is survived by: three daughters, Arlene Swingle, Sawyer, Pamela Shopteese, Hutchinson, Janell Ryan (Randy), Scott City; five grandchildren, Asa Swingle, Rey Lopez, Kyle Lopez, Nicole Shopteese, and Jessica Chadwick; and 6 great-grandchildren.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 28, 2021, at Park Place Christian Church Hutchinson. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at Park Place Christian Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery.

Linda L. Plank  |1937-2021| 

Robert “Bob” Louis Clark, 90,
of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 24, 2021, at
Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.&nbsp; He was a retired truck driver for
Cargill Nutrena Feeds.

Bob was born on October 21,
1931, in Richmond, the son of Joseph Robert and Elva Birdean (Whipple)
Clark.&nbsp; On August 28, 1956, Bob was united in marriage to Bertha Joan McGinnis
in Richmond.

Bob served in the Army
National Guard and also in the United States Army during the Korean War.&nbsp;
He was a member of the American Legion Post #24 and V.F.W. Post #2715.&nbsp; He
was also a member of Grace Bible Church.

Survivors include: his loving
wife of 65 years, Bertha of the home; two daughters, Tamera Alexander of
Newton, and Coleen Haddox and husband, Michael, of South Coffeyville, OK; a
sister, Martha Chambers of Osage City; six grandchildren; and 13
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; 

He was preceded in death by
his parents and a brother, John Clark.

The family will receive
friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Stockham
Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service with Military Honors will be
held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 30, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.

Robert “Bob” Louis Clark, 90,
of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 24, 2021, at
Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.&nbsp; He was a retired truck driver for
Cargill Nutrena Feeds.Bob was born on October 21,
1931, in Richmond, the son of Joseph Robert and Elva Birdean (Whipple)
Clark.&nbsp; On August 28, 1956, Bob was united in marriage to Bertha Joan McGinnis
in Richmond.Bob served in the Army
National Guard and also in the United States Army during the Korean War.&nbsp;
He was a member of the American Legion Post #24 and V.F.W. Post #2715.&nbsp; He
was also a member of Grace Bible Church.Survivors include: his loving
wife of 65 years, Bertha of the home; two daughters, Tamera Alexander of
Newton, and Coleen Haddox and husband, Michael, of South Coffeyville, OK; a
sister, Martha Chambers of Osage City; six grandchildren; and 13
great-grandchildren.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by
his parents and a brother, John Clark.The family will receive
friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Stockham
Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service with Military Honors will be
held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, December 30, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.

Robert "Bob" Louis Clark  |1931-2021| 

Our mother Vivian Maxine (Mosiman) Motter-Franz was born in Newton, March 6, 1931 to Ernest &amp; Justina (Bergen) Mosiman. She passed away on Dec. 24, 2021.

She was raised in rural Butler and Harvey counties. She attended Foster Rural School which was a one room schoolhouse, then completed her Elementary education in Elbing. She graduated from Whitewater High School in 1948.

She accepted Christ as her Savior at a revival meeting at the Elbing Missionary Church and was baptized, at the age of 12, in Sand Creek. She married our dad Ronald Motter, on April 17, 1949 at the Elbing Missionary Church.

Mom began her career in food service as the owner of the Whitewater Café in early 1960. It was a very successful but due to the long hours and lost time with family&nbsp; they decided to close the café. She then became a cook at the Whitewater Grade School and she retired as the food service director from Remington Unified School District. She had so much fun working with her best friend Lavina and sister in-law Halicia. While mother was food service director the Remington District was one of the schools chosen by the Federal Government to be interviewed by A.T. Kearney Inc. management consultants from Los Angeles California.

Mom and Dad were married for 44 years. He passed away in 1993. They shared love and laughter and great times with children and grandchildren. We remember how much fun we had on our yearly family vacations.

She married Lawrence Franz in July 1997. After 19 years of marriage, he passed away.

We were blessed to have a loving mother. She never hesitated to tell us how much she loved us and we never doubted how much we were loved. Mom loved being a grandma and grammy to her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She made them a priority in her life.

Mom was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Ronnie of 44 years and Larry of 19 years, her brother Aaron, and sisters Martha and EdnaMae. She is survived by her son Byron (Ann) Motter, Newton; &nbsp;daughter Veanna Unruh, Topeka; &nbsp;four grandchildren Troy (Daniey) Unruh, Pittsburg; &nbsp;Stephanie (Chris) Thompson, Ozawkie; Jill (Troy) Smith, Andover; &nbsp;Lindsey (Titus) Brandt, Hesston; &nbsp;Eight great grandchildren: Grant, &nbsp;Sydney, Tyr, Thor,&nbsp; Alex, &nbsp;Michael, Caleb and Nora, &nbsp;a stepdaughter Sondra (Tim) Winningham, a step grandson, Steve Bradshaw, six step- great grandchildren: Koby, Kaden and Delany,&nbsp; Mason, Jared, and Will.

We as a family would like to thank you for all of your prayers and words of encouragement during Moms illness. We also want to thank Good Shepard Hospice for their loving care of mother and support of our family. A special thanks to Shawn and Tiara for their compassionate love and care during her final weeks.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Koerner Heights Church in Newton, with Pastor Dave Froese presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday December 28, 2021 at Petersen Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Whitewater Cemetery, Whitewater.

Our mother Vivian Maxine (Mosiman) Motter-Franz was born in Newton, March 6, 1931 to Ernest &amp; Justina (Bergen) Mosiman. She passed away on Dec. 24, 2021.She was raised in rural Butler and Harvey counties. She attended Foster Rural School which was a one room schoolhouse, then completed her Elementary education in Elbing. She graduated from Whitewater High School in 1948.She accepted Christ as her Savior at a revival meeting at the Elbing Missionary Church and was baptized, at the age of 12, in Sand Creek. She married our dad Ronald Motter, on April 17, 1949 at the Elbing Missionary Church.Mom began her career in food service as the owner of the Whitewater Café in early 1960. It was a very successful but due to the long hours and lost time with family&nbsp; they decided to close the café. She then became a cook at the Whitewater Grade School and she retired as the food service director from Remington Unified School District. She had so much fun working with her best friend Lavina and sister in-law Halicia. While mother was food service director the Remington District was one of the schools chosen by the Federal Government to be interviewed by A.T. Kearney Inc. management consultants from Los Angeles California.Mom and Dad were married for 44 years. He passed away in 1993. They shared love and laughter and great times with children and grandchildren. We remember how much fun we had on our yearly family vacations.She married Lawrence Franz in July 1997. After 19 years of marriage, he passed away.We were blessed to have a loving mother. She never hesitated to tell us how much she loved us and we never doubted how much we were loved. Mom loved being a grandma and grammy to her grandchildren and her great grandchildren. She made them a priority in her life.Mom was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Ronnie of 44 years and Larry of 19 years, her brother Aaron, and sisters Martha and EdnaMae. She is survived by her son Byron (Ann) Motter, Newton; &nbsp;daughter Veanna Unruh, Topeka; &nbsp;four grandchildren Troy (Daniey) Unruh, Pittsburg; &nbsp;Stephanie (Chris) Thompson, Ozawkie; Jill (Troy) Smith, Andover; &nbsp;Lindsey (Titus) Brandt, Hesston; &nbsp;Eight great grandchildren: Grant, &nbsp;Sydney, Tyr, Thor,&nbsp; Alex, &nbsp;Michael, Caleb and Nora, &nbsp;a stepdaughter Sondra (Tim) Winningham, a step grandson, Steve Bradshaw, six step- great grandchildren: Koby, Kaden and Delany,&nbsp; Mason, Jared, and Will.We as a family would like to thank you for all of your prayers and words of encouragement during Moms illness. We also want to thank Good Shepard Hospice for their loving care of mother and support of our family. A special thanks to Shawn and Tiara for their compassionate love and care during her final weeks.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Koerner Heights Church in Newton, with Pastor Dave Froese presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday December 28, 2021 at Petersen Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Whitewater Cemetery, Whitewater.

Vivian Maxine (Mosiman) Motter-Franz  |1931-2021| 

Dolores J. “Lori” Bohrer, 86, died peacefully listening to Christmas music Dec. 24, 2021 at the Hilltop Manor, Cunningham.

She was born Sept. 17, 1935, at Andale, the daughter of Herman and Clara Behrmann Biermann.&nbsp; A longtime resident of the Zenda community, she was a homemaker.

Lori was a member of the St. John Catholic Church and the Altar Society, both of Zenda.

On Feb. 19, 1955, she married Andrew S. “Andy” Bohrer at Andale; he died Feb. 15, 1999.&nbsp; Survivors include a son Mike and his wife Shirl; four daughters and their husbands Vickie and Tom Moser, Nancy and Gary Alden, Jill and Rob Garrett and Mary and Bryan Francis; sisters Lindy Becker, Betty Burbrink, Dolly Cloud and Becky Vogt; 14 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by a son Dale; brothers Melvin “Sonny” and Ralph Biermann; and sisters Carol Ediger and Judy Rinehart.

Parish rosary will be 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the St. John Catholic Church, Zenda.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to rosary time Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the St. John Catholic Cemetery, Zenda.

Dolores J. “Lori” Bohrer, 86, died peacefully listening to Christmas music Dec. 24, 2021 at the Hilltop Manor, Cunningham.She was born Sept. 17, 1935, at Andale, the daughter of Herman and Clara Behrmann Biermann.&nbsp; A longtime resident of the Zenda community, she was a homemaker.Lori was a member of the St. John Catholic Church and the Altar Society, both of Zenda.On Feb. 19, 1955, she married Andrew S. “Andy” Bohrer at Andale; he died Feb. 15, 1999.&nbsp; Survivors include a son Mike and his wife Shirl; four daughters and their husbands Vickie and Tom Moser, Nancy and Gary Alden, Jill and Rob Garrett and Mary and Bryan Francis; sisters Lindy Becker, Betty Burbrink, Dolly Cloud and Becky Vogt; 14 grandchildren; and 21 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by a son Dale; brothers Melvin “Sonny” and Ralph Biermann; and sisters Carol Ediger and Judy Rinehart.Parish rosary will be 7:00 p.m., Thursday, at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, at the St. John Catholic Church, Zenda.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to rosary time Thursday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Burial will be in the St. John Catholic Cemetery, Zenda.

Dolores J. "Lori" Bohrer  |1935-2021| 

Barbara Carol Massey, 89, of Hutchinson, died December 23,2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born April 14, 1932, in Borger, Texas, to Jack and Doris (Terry) Green.

Barbara graduated from Pratt High School in 1950 and later graduated beauty school in 1972. She was a homemaker and ran Barbara’s Beauty Shop out of her home. Barbara was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school. She also enjoyed crafts especially ceramics.

On April 9, 1950, she married David Dean Massey in Pratt. They shared 71 years together.

Barbara is survived by: husband, David Massey, Hutchinson; son, David “Craig” Massey, Hutchinson; daughters, Kay Massey, Hutchinson, Jodean Gogan, Buffalo, Oklahoma; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Jerry and Bill Green; and grandson, Ronnie Gogan II.

Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Larry Wedel officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Barbara Carol Massey, 89, of Hutchinson, died December 23,2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born April 14, 1932, in Borger, Texas, to Jack and Doris (Terry) Green.Barbara graduated from Pratt High School in 1950 and later graduated beauty school in 1972. She was a homemaker and ran Barbara’s Beauty Shop out of her home. Barbara was a member of Cornerstone Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and taught Sunday school. She also enjoyed crafts especially ceramics.On April 9, 1950, she married David Dean Massey in Pratt. They shared 71 years together.Barbara is survived by: husband, David Massey, Hutchinson; son, David “Craig” Massey, Hutchinson; daughters, Kay Massey, Hutchinson, Jodean Gogan, Buffalo, Oklahoma; six grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Jerry and Bill Green; and grandson, Ronnie Gogan II.Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, December 31, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Larry Wedel officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Barbara Carol Massey  |1932-2021| 

Joyce K. Toews, 83, of Moundridge, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; She was born on January 4, 1938 in Dalhart, Texas, the daughter of Abraham “Abe” J. and Esther P. (Esau) Schmidt.

She was a member of Grafton Mennonite Church in Grafton, North Dakota.&nbsp;

Joyce was united in marriage to Eugene R. Toews on December 1, 1957 at Grace Mennonite Church in Halstead, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

She was a devoted homemaker.&nbsp; Joyce enjoyed gardening, and China painting.

She is also survived by her four sons, Gary (Elda Mae) Toews of Burns, Randy (Bonnie) Toews of Livingston, California, Bruce (Susan) Toews of Pisek, North Dakota, and Travis (Juliann) Toews of Grifton, North Carolina; 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one brother and two sisters.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held at Grafton Mennonite Church, Grafton, North Dakota.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Family will greet friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Grace Mennonite Church in Halstead.

Joyce K. Toews, 83, of Moundridge, passed away Saturday, December 25, 2021 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; She was born on January 4, 1938 in Dalhart, Texas, the daughter of Abraham “Abe” J. and Esther P. (Esau) Schmidt.She was a member of Grafton Mennonite Church in Grafton, North Dakota.&nbsp;Joyce was united in marriage to Eugene R. Toews on December 1, 1957 at Grace Mennonite Church in Halstead, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives of the home.She was a devoted homemaker.&nbsp; Joyce enjoyed gardening, and China painting.She is also survived by her four sons, Gary (Elda Mae) Toews of Burns, Randy (Bonnie) Toews of Livingston, California, Bruce (Susan) Toews of Pisek, North Dakota, and Travis (Juliann) Toews of Grifton, North Carolina; 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; one brother and two sisters.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters.Funeral services will be held at Grafton Mennonite Church, Grafton, North Dakota.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Family will greet friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 28, 2021 at Grace Mennonite Church in Halstead.

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