Donald Wayne Chenoweth, 75, passed away January 4, 2022 at Kiowa County Memorial Hospital. He was born November 17, 1946 in Wichita to Lawrence and Ella Fern (Meyer) Chenoweth. Donald married Karen Conklin on September 6, 1975 at the United Methodist Church in Haviland. They were married for 46 years. Donald attended Haviland High School where he graduated and later attended Pratt Community College. Donald loved farming for many years. He later worked for Kiowa County Memorial Hospital in the Maintenance department for 25 years. He was a member of Haviland United Methodist Church and served on the Haviland school board and Haviland city council. He is survived by his mother, Ella Fern Chenoweth and wife Karen, two daughters, Deborah (Rick) Stegman of Pratt, Sarah (David) Lampe of Kinsley; son, Brian Chenoweth of Haviland; four grandchildren, Kahrie Stegman, Brenna Stegman, Samantha Lampe, Wyatt Lampe; two brothers, Richard (Mary Beth ) Chenoweth of Brighton, CO, Daryl (Sherry ) Chenoweth of Normal, IL; twin sister, Dianne (Gary) Stearns of Rose Hill, KS; . Donald is preceded in death by his Father, Lawrence Dean Chenoweth; Visitation will be Friday, January 7th from 9 am to 8 pm with family receiving friends from 5 pm to 7pm at Larrison Mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Haviland United Methodist with Pastor Mark Fillmore presiding. Burial will follow at Haviland Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Wayne Chenoweth, 75, passed away January 4, 2022 at Kiowa County Memorial Hospital. He was born November 17, 1946 in Wichita to Lawrence and Ella Fern (Meyer) Chenoweth. Donald married Karen Conklin on September 6, 1975 at the United Methodist Church in Haviland. They were married for 46 years. Donald attended Haviland High School where he graduated and later attended Pratt Community College. Donald loved farming for many years. He later worked for Kiowa County Memorial Hospital in the Maintenance department for 25 years. He was a member of Haviland United Methodist Church and served on the Haviland school board and Haviland city council. He is survived by his mother, Ella Fern Chenoweth and wife Karen, two daughters, Deborah (Rick) Stegman of Pratt, Sarah (David) Lampe of Kinsley; son, Brian Chenoweth of Haviland; four grandchildren, Kahrie Stegman, Brenna Stegman, Samantha Lampe, Wyatt Lampe; two brothers, Richard (Mary Beth ) Chenoweth of Brighton, CO, Daryl (Sherry ) Chenoweth of Normal, IL; twin sister, Dianne (Gary) Stearns of Rose Hill, KS; . Donald is preceded in death by his Father, Lawrence Dean Chenoweth; Visitation will be Friday, January 7th from 9 am to 8 pm with family receiving friends from 5 pm to 7pm at Larrison Mortuary. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Haviland United Methodist with Pastor Mark Fillmore presiding. Burial will follow at Haviland Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Wayne Chenowheth  |1946-2022| 

Lois Irene Kennedy, 94, passed away January 4, 2022 in Pratt. She was born March 13, 1927 in Pawnee Rock, to Jesse William Deckert and Faye Lillian (Kerns) Deckert. Lois married A. Merle Kennedy July 25, 1945 in Larned. They were married 69 years. Lois graduated Lewis High School. She was a homemaker. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pratt and the Glendale Mothers Club. She enjoyed working in her flower garden. She liked to sew and do needlework. She enjoyed following her grand and great grandchildren's activities She loved spending time at their cabin in Elm Mills. She is survived by son, Steve (Paulette) Kennedy Madison, MS, daughters, Rhonda (Ron) Richardson of Wichita, Brenda (Don) Pilger of Wichita, Nancy (Jay) Bailey of Pratt, and Julie (Ron) Volske of Salina; sister, Shirley Brollier of Kinsley. There are 14 grandchildren 22 great grandchildren and 8 great great grand children. Lois is preceded in death by her parents and husband A. Merle Kennedy; sister, Glenna Mae Johnson; brother, Leon Deckert. The family requests that you wear a face mask. Thank you. Visitation will be Friday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Pastor Jan Blasi and Pastor Derek Birney Officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt.

Lois Irene Kennedy, 94, passed away January 4, 2022 in Pratt. She was born March 13, 1927 in Pawnee Rock, to Jesse William Deckert and Faye Lillian (Kerns) Deckert. Lois married A. Merle Kennedy July 25, 1945 in Larned. They were married 69 years. Lois graduated Lewis High School. She was a homemaker. She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Pratt and the Glendale Mothers Club. She enjoyed working in her flower garden. She liked to sew and do needlework. She enjoyed following her grand and great grandchildren's activities She loved spending time at their cabin in Elm Mills. She is survived by son, Steve (Paulette) Kennedy Madison, MS, daughters, Rhonda (Ron) Richardson of Wichita, Brenda (Don) Pilger of Wichita, Nancy (Jay) Bailey of Pratt, and Julie (Ron) Volske of Salina; sister, Shirley Brollier of Kinsley. There are 14 grandchildren 22 great grandchildren and 8 great great grand children. Lois is preceded in death by her parents and husband A. Merle Kennedy; sister, Glenna Mae Johnson; brother, Leon Deckert. The family requests that you wear a face mask. Thank you. Visitation will be Friday 9:00 am to 8:00 pm with family receiving friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with Pastor Jan Blasi and Pastor Derek Birney Officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt.

Lois Irene Kennedy  |1927-2022| 

Thomas Leroy Metzler, aged 72, died surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at his home in Newton after a lengthy journey with cancer.&nbsp; 

Tom, a 1968 graduate of Newton High School, married Aimee, and together they raised their son, Scott (Robin).&nbsp; Known affectionately as Pop to his grandchildren Zach Metzler, Tim Jeffries, and Emily Kepley (Andrew), and his great-grandchildren Maggie Elizabeth, Allie Jo, and Bentley Thomas, he was a hands-on grandparent, fully engaged in making sure his family was happy, safe, and loved.

Tom served as a communications specialist in the US Army, completing his service as a Sergeant, before joining his father, Sam, as proprietors of Metzler’s Service Center, an iconic Newton service station.&nbsp; He retired from the Via Christi healthcare system after working for 25 years as an Information Technology technician, capitalizing on the ethics of hard work, honesty, and service to others he learned while working on his grandparent’s farm in Colby, KS in his youth.

Tom was a lifelong learner and an avid reader.&nbsp; He loved to collect and restore arcade games and classic vehicles; fish for trout in the mountain streams of Colorado, bass with grandkids in local ponds, and musky and pike in the wilderness of Canada; and spend time with lifelong friends, especially during annual June Boys trips to Missouri.

He was a dedicated brother to siblings Phil Metzler, Sam Metzler Jr. (Patricia), Karen Schneweis (Bill), Randy Metzler (Robin), and Anne Brockman (Jim), and he had a special relationship with his many nieces and nephews. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Gina Metzler, and parents Sam and Ernestine Metzler.&nbsp; A private family graveside ceremony will be held, followed by a celebration of life at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas Leroy Metzler, aged 72, died surrounded by his family on Saturday, January 1, 2022, at his home in Newton after a lengthy journey with cancer.&nbsp; Tom, a 1968 graduate of Newton High School, married Aimee, and together they raised their son, Scott (Robin).&nbsp; Known affectionately as Pop to his grandchildren Zach Metzler, Tim Jeffries, and Emily Kepley (Andrew), and his great-grandchildren Maggie Elizabeth, Allie Jo, and Bentley Thomas, he was a hands-on grandparent, fully engaged in making sure his family was happy, safe, and loved.Tom served as a communications specialist in the US Army, completing his service as a Sergeant, before joining his father, Sam, as proprietors of Metzler’s Service Center, an iconic Newton service station.&nbsp; He retired from the Via Christi healthcare system after working for 25 years as an Information Technology technician, capitalizing on the ethics of hard work, honesty, and service to others he learned while working on his grandparent’s farm in Colby, KS in his youth.Tom was a lifelong learner and an avid reader.&nbsp; He loved to collect and restore arcade games and classic vehicles; fish for trout in the mountain streams of Colorado, bass with grandkids in local ponds, and musky and pike in the wilderness of Canada; and spend time with lifelong friends, especially during annual June Boys trips to Missouri.He was a dedicated brother to siblings Phil Metzler, Sam Metzler Jr. (Patricia), Karen Schneweis (Bill), Randy Metzler (Robin), and Anne Brockman (Jim), and he had a special relationship with his many nieces and nephews. Sadly, he was preceded in death by his brother and sister-in-law, Mike and Gina Metzler, and parents Sam and Ernestine Metzler.&nbsp; A private family graveside ceremony will be held, followed by a celebration of life at a later date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas Leroy Metzler  |2022| 

Jamie Lynn Embers, 62, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 3:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 5th, 2022, unexpectedly at McPherson Health and Rehab in McPherson. Jamie was born in Dayton, Ohio on July 2, 1959, a daughter of Carmena (Hansen) and Dennis Johnson. Jamie attended and graduated from McPherson High School in 1977. She then attended and graduated from McPherson Central College, McPherson. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Jamie enjoyed sewing, knitting, helping around the house and spending time with her friends and family. Jamie Lynn Johnson was united in marriage to Galen Embers on July 22, 1981, in McPherson. They couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth if two children a son and daughter, Zachary and Elizabeth. She is survived by loving and devoted husband Galen Embers, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Zachary Embers and his wife Emily, of Okinawa, Japan and Elizabeth Stewart and her husband Leon, of Hondo, Texas; her mother Carmena Johnson, of Wichita, and her sister Denine Foster, of Wichita. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren Jamie was preceded in death by her father. Services will be held at a later date.

Jamie Lynn Embers, 62, of McPherson, Kansas passed away at 3:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 5th, 2022, unexpectedly at McPherson Health and Rehab in McPherson. Jamie was born in Dayton, Ohio on July 2, 1959, a daughter of Carmena (Hansen) and Dennis Johnson. Jamie attended and graduated from McPherson High School in 1977. She then attended and graduated from McPherson Central College, McPherson. She was a member of First United Methodist Church in McPherson. Jamie enjoyed sewing, knitting, helping around the house and spending time with her friends and family. Jamie Lynn Johnson was united in marriage to Galen Embers on July 22, 1981, in McPherson. They couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth if two children a son and daughter, Zachary and Elizabeth. She is survived by loving and devoted husband Galen Embers, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Zachary Embers and his wife Emily, of Okinawa, Japan and Elizabeth Stewart and her husband Leon, of Hondo, Texas; her mother Carmena Johnson, of Wichita, and her sister Denine Foster, of Wichita. She is also survived by 8 grandchildren Jamie was preceded in death by her father. Services will be held at a later date.

Jamie Lynn Embers  |1959-2022| 

Ellen Mae Ravenstein Warner, 94, died Jan. 4, 2022 at the Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.

She was born May 25, 1927, in Kingman County the daughter of Fred and Edna Bittner Ravenstein.&nbsp; A longtime Kingman resident, she was a caregiver.

Ellen was a member of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority.

She was married to Len Warner; he died Oct. 29, 1993.&nbsp; Survivors include son Kevin and his wife Delinda; a brother Donald; a sister Dorothy Oliver; 2 grandchildren, Andy and his wife Emily Warner and Madison Warner; and 3 great-grandchildren Blakley, Adley and Case.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by a son Steven; and brothers Kenneth, Roy and Wayne.

Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday at the Greenwood Cemetery, Belmont.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Livingston Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

Ellen Mae Ravenstein Warner, 94, died Jan. 4, 2022 at the Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie.She was born May 25, 1927, in Kingman County the daughter of Fred and Edna Bittner Ravenstein.&nbsp; A longtime Kingman resident, she was a caregiver.Ellen was a member of the Epsilon Sigma Alpha Sorority.She was married to Len Warner; he died Oct. 29, 1993.&nbsp; Survivors include son Kevin and his wife Delinda; a brother Donald; a sister Dorothy Oliver; 2 grandchildren, Andy and his wife Emily Warner and Madison Warner; and 3 great-grandchildren Blakley, Adley and Case.&nbsp; She was also preceded in death by a son Steven; and brothers Kenneth, Roy and Wayne.Graveside services will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday at the Greenwood Cemetery, Belmont.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the Livingston Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;

Ellen Mae (Ravenstein) Warner  |1927-2022| 

Michael Eugene Lee, 66, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born July 12, 1955, in Hutchinson, to Robert and Donna (Haas) Lee.

Michael attended school in Hutchinson, Partridge and graduated from Haven High School in 1973. He was a machinist for 40 years in Hutchinson and Overland Park. Michael enjoyed playing pool, golfing, bowling, and spending time with his family at the lake. He attended Park Place Christian Church, Hutchinson.

On December 29, 1973, Michael married Terri L. Heim, in Hutchinson.

He is survived by: wife, Terri Lee, Hutchinson; sons, Ryan Lee (Lori), Olathe, Eric Lee (Megan), Lenexa, Adam Lee, (Mandie); and grandchildren, Kendra Lee, Chase Schwein, Alex Lee, Olivia Lee, and Abigail Lee.

Michael was preceded in death by: his father and stepmother, Robert and Goldie Lee; mother and stepfather, Donna and Lloyd Belote; and several special aunts, uncles, and grandparents.

Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, January 7, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow at a later date in North Inman Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Michael Eugene Lee, 66, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2022, at Hospice House. He was born July 12, 1955, in Hutchinson, to Robert and Donna (Haas) Lee.Michael attended school in Hutchinson, Partridge and graduated from Haven High School in 1973. He was a machinist for 40 years in Hutchinson and Overland Park. Michael enjoyed playing pool, golfing, bowling, and spending time with his family at the lake. He attended Park Place Christian Church, Hutchinson.On December 29, 1973, Michael married Terri L. Heim, in Hutchinson.He is survived by: wife, Terri Lee, Hutchinson; sons, Ryan Lee (Lori), Olathe, Eric Lee (Megan), Lenexa, Adam Lee, (Mandie); and grandchildren, Kendra Lee, Chase Schwein, Alex Lee, Olivia Lee, and Abigail Lee.Michael was preceded in death by: his father and stepmother, Robert and Goldie Lee; mother and stepfather, Donna and Lloyd Belote; and several special aunts, uncles, and grandparents.Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, January 7, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow at a later date in North Inman Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Michael Eugene Lee  |1955-2022| 

Merna Jean Riley, 85, died January 4, 2022, at Wesley Towers. She was born February 14, 1936, in Logan, IA, to Alva W. and Jenny M. (Dinsmore) Cumiford.

Merna graduated from high school in Pleasant Hills, OR, in 1953. She worked as a custodian at Nickerson Grade School, retiring in 1995. Merna’s greatest joy in life was spending time with her family.

On June 6, 1953, she married Melvin D. Riley, in Jasper, OR. They shared nearly 50 years of marriage before his death on October 3, 2001.

Merna is survived by: her children, Pam Beshears (Larry) of Sterling, Tammie Ruston (Randy) of Tulsa, OK, Tim Riley of Bentonville, AR, Dean Riley of Naples, FL, Darren Riley (Renissa) of Augusta; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; siblings, Dennis Cumiford (LaDonna) of California, Bobby Cumiford of Central Point, OR, Kevin Cumiford of Sprinfield, OR, Diane Butt of Springfield, OR, Debbie Gomes (Max) of McMinnville, OR; and numerous extended family members.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; daughter, Paula Riley; great-grandson, Cainan Weavel; brothers, Wayne, Dean, Ronnie, and Steve Cumiford; and sister, Norma Jones.

Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Merna Jean Riley, 85, died January 4, 2022, at Wesley Towers. She was born February 14, 1936, in Logan, IA, to Alva W. and Jenny M. (Dinsmore) Cumiford.Merna graduated from high school in Pleasant Hills, OR, in 1953. She worked as a custodian at Nickerson Grade School, retiring in 1995. Merna’s greatest joy in life was spending time with her family.On June 6, 1953, she married Melvin D. Riley, in Jasper, OR. They shared nearly 50 years of marriage before his death on October 3, 2001.Merna is survived by: her children, Pam Beshears (Larry) of Sterling, Tammie Ruston (Randy) of Tulsa, OK, Tim Riley of Bentonville, AR, Dean Riley of Naples, FL, Darren Riley (Renissa) of Augusta; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; siblings, Dennis Cumiford (LaDonna) of California, Bobby Cumiford of Central Point, OR, Kevin Cumiford of Sprinfield, OR, Diane Butt of Springfield, OR, Debbie Gomes (Max) of McMinnville, OR; and numerous extended family members.She was preceded in death by: her parents; daughter, Paula Riley; great-grandson, Cainan Weavel; brothers, Wayne, Dean, Ronnie, and Steve Cumiford; and sister, Norma Jones.Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd. Friends may sign her memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Merna Jean Riley  |1936-2022| 

Eunice Marlene Boyer Christensen was born in Sioux City, Iowa on October 28, 1935 to Dollman and Alta (Rohmiller) Boyer. 

She is preceded in death by her parents, infant sister Joanne, and brothers Richard and Robert Boyer. 

Eunice was united in marriage to Dale Christensen on November 24, 1962. They were happily married for 43 years. She always said “ I am blessed, I found the best man on this Earth.” Dale was an avid farmer and Eunice worked at St. Luke’s Hospital and Living Center for 33 years. Their life revolved around family and friends. Eunice and Dale loved to dance. She loved to read and Dale loved his time with her and with his coffee friends at the pharmacy. Their love for each other will be everlasting.

 Eunice is survived by three daughters Sherie and husband John Mulvenon and Cynthia Barrett, all of Marion and Cindy and her husband Glen Sisson of Council Grove; her grandchildren Glenda (Curtis) Gowan, Tyler (Dani) Sisson, Jeffrey (Emerald) Moody, Nicole (Chris) Bryant, Kayla ( Brock) McClain, Rachel (Matt) Helmer, Jerel Mulvenon and twelve great grandchildren. 

There will be a memorial service announced at a later date led by Pastor Carl Helm and Eunice will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery.

Eunice Marlene Boyer Christensen was born in Sioux City, Iowa on October 28, 1935 to Dollman and Alta (Rohmiller) Boyer. She is preceded in death by her parents, infant sister Joanne, and brothers Richard and Robert Boyer. Eunice was united in marriage to Dale Christensen on November 24, 1962. They were happily married for 43 years. She always said “ I am blessed, I found the best man on this Earth.” Dale was an avid farmer and Eunice worked at St. Luke’s Hospital and Living Center for 33 years. Their life revolved around family and friends. Eunice and Dale loved to dance. She loved to read and Dale loved his time with her and with his coffee friends at the pharmacy. Their love for each other will be everlasting. Eunice is survived by three daughters Sherie and husband John Mulvenon and Cynthia Barrett, all of Marion and Cindy and her husband Glen Sisson of Council Grove; her grandchildren Glenda (Curtis) Gowan, Tyler (Dani) Sisson, Jeffrey (Emerald) Moody, Nicole (Chris) Bryant, Kayla ( Brock) McClain, Rachel (Matt) Helmer, Jerel Mulvenon and twelve great grandchildren. There will be a memorial service announced at a later date led by Pastor Carl Helm and Eunice will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery.

Eunice Marlene Christensen  |1935-2022| 

Glenn Alan Unruh, age 85, passed into eternity on December 29th, 2021. He loved and was loved by many, and was a loyal and true friend. Glenn was born to Alan and Clara (Decker) Unruh on October 30th, 1936 on a farm in Kansas. 

He was the oldest of three sons raised on the farm, and despite his challenges developed a strong work ethic, learned to read and write, and learned to love Jesus at a young age. 

After moving to Newton, Glenn was very outgoing and spent a lot of time on his bike as he went around town talking to people. He struggled with his speech and his body, but never allowed his disability to stop him from communicating, working hard, and being around people. His favorite place to be was church, where he met people who accepted and loved him just the way he was. He loved gospel music (most of all, the Ledbetter group) and wearing suits. And ballcaps. Often at the same time. He loved to be generous with what little he had to share. His laughter and smile was offered easily. Although he was imperfect, he exemplified simple, childlike faith in God and tried his best to live with Jesus in control of his heart. Glenn was quick to apologize, quick to forgive, quick to offer a hug, quick to help. He worshipped God with his voice, his heart and his actions. He attended First Nazarene Church for many years until he moved to Wichita where he was active in a Sunday school class and congregation at Central Community church. One of his favorite things was to send birthday and Christmas cards to people he loved, but his very favorite thing to receive was a card from someone. He kept each of them like treasures. 

Glenn loved his family, and he remembered and spoke lovingly of family members even those he hadn’t seen in a long time. He counted his close friends as family. In his later years he would pause, grab a hand, lock eyes and say “I love you”, and “thank you” with authenticity and depth.

As Jesus taught in Matthew 19, “many who are first will be last and many who are last will be first”. Glenn spent his time in this life as a person who wasn’t first in any line, but most of us can agree that he is rejoicing in his restored mind, body and spirit today.&nbsp;

Glenn Alan Unruh, age 85, passed into eternity on December 29th, 2021. He loved and was loved by many, and was a loyal and true friend. Glenn was born to Alan and Clara (Decker) Unruh on October 30th, 1936 on a farm in Kansas. He was the oldest of three sons raised on the farm, and despite his challenges developed a strong work ethic, learned to read and write, and learned to love Jesus at a young age. After moving to Newton, Glenn was very outgoing and spent a lot of time on his bike as he went around town talking to people. He struggled with his speech and his body, but never allowed his disability to stop him from communicating, working hard, and being around people. His favorite place to be was church, where he met people who accepted and loved him just the way he was. He loved gospel music (most of all, the Ledbetter group) and wearing suits. And ballcaps. Often at the same time. He loved to be generous with what little he had to share. His laughter and smile was offered easily. Although he was imperfect, he exemplified simple, childlike faith in God and tried his best to live with Jesus in control of his heart. Glenn was quick to apologize, quick to forgive, quick to offer a hug, quick to help. He worshipped God with his voice, his heart and his actions. He attended First Nazarene Church for many years until he moved to Wichita where he was active in a Sunday school class and congregation at Central Community church. One of his favorite things was to send birthday and Christmas cards to people he loved, but his very favorite thing to receive was a card from someone. He kept each of them like treasures. Glenn loved his family, and he remembered and spoke lovingly of family members even those he hadn’t seen in a long time. He counted his close friends as family. In his later years he would pause, grab a hand, lock eyes and say “I love you”, and “thank you” with authenticity and depth.As Jesus taught in Matthew 19, “many who are first will be last and many who are last will be first”. Glenn spent his time in this life as a person who wasn’t first in any line, but most of us can agree that he is rejoicing in his restored mind, body and spirit today.&nbsp;Service date to be determined.

Glenn Alan Unruh  |1936-2022| 

Lee F. Boger, 63, of McPherson, and formerly of Great Bend, and Middletown, Rhode Island, died January 1, 2022, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. Lee was born on April 20, 1958. His wife, Laure, died August 6, 2013, and his mother, Mary Boger, died April 2018. Survivors include nieces, nephews, and Guardian Vaughn Ingram, McPherson. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lee F. Boger, 63, of McPherson, and formerly of Great Bend, and Middletown, Rhode Island, died January 1, 2022, at McPherson Health &amp; Rehab. Lee was born on April 20, 1958. His wife, Laure, died August 6, 2013, and his mother, Mary Boger, died April 2018. Survivors include nieces, nephews, and Guardian Vaughn Ingram, McPherson. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lee F. Boger  |1958-2022| 

Twila Naydene Lindfors, 93, of Marquette, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 3, 2022, at Riverview Estates, Marquette. She owned &amp; operated Twila’s Beauty Shop and was a licensed cosmetologist for 65 years. Twila was born north of Almena, in Norton County on May 15, 1928, daughter of Earl Wayne and Zelma Sophia (Colip) Leuszler. She graduated from Almena High School in 1946 and from Stewart Beauty School, Salina in 1948. She was a member of Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette and sang in the church choir for 45 years. She was also a 63 year member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include: three children, Allan Lindfors (JoAn) of Marquette,&nbsp; Pam Morel (Danny) of Marquette, and Tim Lindfors (Reta) of Salina; two brothers, Wayne Leuszler of Oklahoma City, OK and Harlan Leuszler (Marilyn) of Trinidad, CO; a special niece, Donna Lee Leuszler of Almena; ten grandchildren, Eva Allen, Noah Lindsfors (Maggie), Jake Hamilton (Ashley), Ryan Hamilton (Stephanie), Allison Pike (Chase), Nic Morel (Angelica), Neal Morel (Marcie), Aaron Lindfors, Jordan Lindfors (Jessica), and Abby Livingston (J.J.); 17 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by: her parents; brother, Don Leuszler; sister, Wilva Magdeburg; brother-in-law, Bill Magdeburg; sisters-in-law, Joann Leuszler and Jean Leuszler; and two grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 10, 2022, at Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette, with Pastor Amy Kay Pavlovich officiating. A private burial will precede the service at Marquette Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Twila Naydene Lindfors, 93, of Marquette, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 3, 2022, at Riverview Estates, Marquette. She owned &amp; operated Twila’s Beauty Shop and was a licensed cosmetologist for 65 years. Twila was born north of Almena, in Norton County on May 15, 1928, daughter of Earl Wayne and Zelma Sophia (Colip) Leuszler. She graduated from Almena High School in 1946 and from Stewart Beauty School, Salina in 1948. She was a member of Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette and sang in the church choir for 45 years. She was also a 63 year member of the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include: three children, Allan Lindfors (JoAn) of Marquette,&nbsp; Pam Morel (Danny) of Marquette, and Tim Lindfors (Reta) of Salina; two brothers, Wayne Leuszler of Oklahoma City, OK and Harlan Leuszler (Marilyn) of Trinidad, CO; a special niece, Donna Lee Leuszler of Almena; ten grandchildren, Eva Allen, Noah Lindsfors (Maggie), Jake Hamilton (Ashley), Ryan Hamilton (Stephanie), Allison Pike (Chase), Nic Morel (Angelica), Neal Morel (Marcie), Aaron Lindfors, Jordan Lindfors (Jessica), and Abby Livingston (J.J.); 17 great-grandchildren; and many extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by: her parents; brother, Don Leuszler; sister, Wilva Magdeburg; brother-in-law, Bill Magdeburg; sisters-in-law, Joann Leuszler and Jean Leuszler; and two grandchildren. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Monday, January 10, 2022, at Elim Lutheran Church, Marquette, with Pastor Amy Kay Pavlovich officiating. A private burial will precede the service at Marquette Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Twila Naydene Lindfors  |1928-2022| 

Audra Ann (Kasselman) Newell, 90, passed a way January 3, 2022 at Kenwood Plaza, St. John.&nbsp; Born April 13, 1931 in Barton County, she was the daughter of Benjamin and Nannie Fletcher Kasselman.&nbsp;

 She was a long time Stafford resident and a member of the First Baptist Church, Stafford.&nbsp; On September 20, 1950 she married Rexford E. Newell in Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married 51 years before he preceded her in death October 3, 2001.

She is survived by daughter: Lynette Long Dowdy (Billy) of Laurel, MS.&nbsp; Son: Ben Newell (Cheryl) of Hudson.&nbsp; Five grandchildren: Jon Long, Chris Long, Tammy Long Turo, Misty Newell and Brandon Newell.&nbsp; Fourteen great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Two great-great grandchildren.&nbsp; Audra also leaves a brother: Pat Kasselman and sister: Charleen Achatz, both of Ellinwood.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers: Calvin and Larry Kasselman, two sisters: Katherine Meeker and Doris Burhenn, and a son-in-law: Henry Long.

There will be a celebration of life at a later date, along with inurnment at Stafford Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audra Ann (Kasselman) Newell, 90, passed a way January 3, 2022 at Kenwood Plaza, St. John.&nbsp; Born April 13, 1931 in Barton County, she was the daughter of Benjamin and Nannie Fletcher Kasselman.&nbsp; She was a long time Stafford resident and a member of the First Baptist Church, Stafford.&nbsp; On September 20, 1950 she married Rexford E. Newell in Clyde, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married 51 years before he preceded her in death October 3, 2001.She is survived by daughter: Lynette Long Dowdy (Billy) of Laurel, MS.&nbsp; Son: Ben Newell (Cheryl) of Hudson.&nbsp; Five grandchildren: Jon Long, Chris Long, Tammy Long Turo, Misty Newell and Brandon Newell.&nbsp; Fourteen great-grandchildren.&nbsp; Two great-great grandchildren.&nbsp; Audra also leaves a brother: Pat Kasselman and sister: Charleen Achatz, both of Ellinwood.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers: Calvin and Larry Kasselman, two sisters: Katherine Meeker and Doris Burhenn, and a son-in-law: Henry Long.There will be a celebration of life at a later date, along with inurnment at Stafford Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audra Ann Newell  |1931-2022| 

&nbsp; “To Those Who Follow” -John Barbato** Spirit Guardians of Death and New Beginnings, please receive this being we send to you. Allow her to fly through the stars, swim the ocean of Creation and travel to places of beauty and light. Her name is Elizabeth Jean Kelly, Beth, Bethy, Señora Beth and she is our cherished sister, mother, grandmother and friend. She was born a free spirit, a seeker, an artist, a traveler, a roamer. Life was an experience to be tasted, tested and loved to the fullest. Beth was an adventurer, explorer, dreamer and guiding light. A poet and a writer, a sculptor of people and things. We thank her for giving us her unique spin on life, her courage to stand up for what is right and to think freely. Elizabeth J Kelly is her name. Born August, 1947 Died December 31st, 2021 She had a cosmic celebration to attend and she wasn't going to be late! “Wizard's Going Back to Africa” -John Barbato** Beth grew up in the suburbs of St Louis, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband and partner in crime, John B, her parents, Ron K and Kaye K. She is survived by her sisters, brother, two children and two grandchildren as well as many loved nieces, nephews, and friends. Her spirit may have left us in the waning hours of 2021 but not only will it forever reside in the hearts and lives of her children and siblings but also in the many memories, life lessons, and experiences so many shared with her. Beginning with her father's lust for life, his humor, and his straight forward approach to life, her mother's sense of family, loyalty, and self-assurance, she exploded into this plane of existence. Early on she embraced the “youth movement” of the sixties, moving to the West coast. There, she found a stream of characters like herself and began many lifelong friendships. Musicians, poets, nature lovers, artisans, acting and interacting in a tribe all their own. She was a trader of indigenous north American crafts, lived in the Huckleberry Mountains, near Spokane WA in a log cabin with only the most basic of needs. With her was her then very young children. Later, she lived in the once nearly abandoned mining town of Silver City, NV when it began to be repopulated by her compatriots from the San Francisco scene. She settled in Reno, NV for a bit once her eldest child entered High School. This was also to be near her youngest child more often to ensure a love filled family dynamic despite separate households. Beth's love of travel exhibited itself early on with her move to the West Coast and, later, to Haiti with an exploration of Voodoo and alternate religions and philosophies. Finally, Beth traveled to Mexico and Central Americas where she found the culture and lifestyle she would embrace for the rest of her life. She found “home.” She became a student of Mexican Santeria, all things Mesoamerican, and truly embarked on her writings about Antigua, Guatemala, Mexico City, Cholula and Puerto Escondido. “I Remember Keeping Still” -John Barbato** Eventually, while circulating amongst the American Ex-Pat culture in Mexico she met a true renaissance man, poet, musician and painter, John B. They had heard rumors of each other from an ever growing group of shared friends. Letters were exchanged, a phone call occurred, and a meeting was arranged. Having once met, The two were never to part very long as they formed a team, a life partnership, living, traveling, relaxing, loving, visiting, creating together. Beth continued to write, both in partnership with John where they edited newsletters, a radio show, and of course, Beth's growing body of work, novels, short stories, poems, fiction and non-fiction. The two continued life in an idyllic fashion, Beth modeling for many of John's paintings, John singing and strumming his guitar. She took on her artistry, sculpting in the assemblage method of collage, creating glass art beads, jewelry design and poetry. She and he travelled about Mexico, showing his work in galleries and private homes, performing poetry readings and arranged shows in the United States while visiting family in California, Illinois, Kansas, and Nevada. Life was just about perfect. Until the day the music died. “Sometimes I Use Ropes” -John Barbato** In the fall of 2020, John, her beloved partner and husband took off on his last, great adventure and passed over into another realm. She not only lost John, but without her partner and her own growing frailty, a permanent home in Mexico, which became untenable. She packed up and moved back to the United States. She was growing used to life in the US, traveling between family and friend's homes, spending time with her children, adjusting to weather so different from home. Until December 2021, just 14 months after John, she was felled by a massive hemorrhagic stroke. She chose her style of death, just as much as she chose her style of life, requesting DNR. She awaited those who could come to say good bye and gave up her last breath on NYE 2021. The world will celebrate her life forever more, with fireworks, horn honking, and joy. We love you, Bethy. -Tim Kelly, Author -Eris Kelly, Editor&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; “To Those Who Follow” -John Barbato** Spirit Guardians of Death and New Beginnings, please receive this being we send to you. Allow her to fly through the stars, swim the ocean of Creation and travel to places of beauty and light. Her name is Elizabeth Jean Kelly, Beth, Bethy, Señora Beth and she is our cherished sister, mother, grandmother and friend. She was born a free spirit, a seeker, an artist, a traveler, a roamer. Life was an experience to be tasted, tested and loved to the fullest. Beth was an adventurer, explorer, dreamer and guiding light. A poet and a writer, a sculptor of people and things. We thank her for giving us her unique spin on life, her courage to stand up for what is right and to think freely. Elizabeth J Kelly is her name. Born August, 1947 Died December 31st, 2021 She had a cosmic celebration to attend and she wasn't going to be late! “Wizard's Going Back to Africa” -John Barbato** Beth grew up in the suburbs of St Louis, MO. She was preceded in death by her husband and partner in crime, John B, her parents, Ron K and Kaye K. She is survived by her sisters, brother, two children and two grandchildren as well as many loved nieces, nephews, and friends. Her spirit may have left us in the waning hours of 2021 but not only will it forever reside in the hearts and lives of her children and siblings but also in the many memories, life lessons, and experiences so many shared with her. Beginning with her father's lust for life, his humor, and his straight forward approach to life, her mother's sense of family, loyalty, and self-assurance, she exploded into this plane of existence. Early on she embraced the “youth movement” of the sixties, moving to the West coast. There, she found a stream of characters like herself and began many lifelong friendships. Musicians, poets, nature lovers, artisans, acting and interacting in a tribe all their own. She was a trader of indigenous north American crafts, lived in the Huckleberry Mountains, near Spokane WA in a log cabin with only the most basic of needs. With her was her then very young children. Later, she lived in the once nearly abandoned mining town of Silver City, NV when it began to be repopulated by her compatriots from the San Francisco scene. She settled in Reno, NV for a bit once her eldest child entered High School. This was also to be near her youngest child more often to ensure a love filled family dynamic despite separate households. Beth's love of travel exhibited itself early on with her move to the West Coast and, later, to Haiti with an exploration of Voodoo and alternate religions and philosophies. Finally, Beth traveled to Mexico and Central Americas where she found the culture and lifestyle she would embrace for the rest of her life. She found “home.” She became a student of Mexican Santeria, all things Mesoamerican, and truly embarked on her writings about Antigua, Guatemala, Mexico City, Cholula and Puerto Escondido. “I Remember Keeping Still” -John Barbato** Eventually, while circulating amongst the American Ex-Pat culture in Mexico she met a true renaissance man, poet, musician and painter, John B. They had heard rumors of each other from an ever growing group of shared friends. Letters were exchanged, a phone call occurred, and a meeting was arranged. Having once met, The two were never to part very long as they formed a team, a life partnership, living, traveling, relaxing, loving, visiting, creating together. Beth continued to write, both in partnership with John where they edited newsletters, a radio show, and of course, Beth's growing body of work, novels, short stories, poems, fiction and non-fiction. The two continued life in an idyllic fashion, Beth modeling for many of John's paintings, John singing and strumming his guitar. She took on her artistry, sculpting in the assemblage method of collage, creating glass art beads, jewelry design and poetry. She and he travelled about Mexico, showing his work in galleries and private homes, performing poetry readings and arranged shows in the United States while visiting family in California, Illinois, Kansas, and Nevada. Life was just about perfect. Until the day the music died. “Sometimes I Use Ropes” -John Barbato** In the fall of 2020, John, her beloved partner and husband took off on his last, great adventure and passed over into another realm. She not only lost John, but without her partner and her own growing frailty, a permanent home in Mexico, which became untenable. She packed up and moved back to the United States. She was growing used to life in the US, traveling between family and friend's homes, spending time with her children, adjusting to weather so different from home. Until December 2021, just 14 months after John, she was felled by a massive hemorrhagic stroke. She chose her style of death, just as much as she chose her style of life, requesting DNR. She awaited those who could come to say good bye and gave up her last breath on NYE 2021. The world will celebrate her life forever more, with fireworks, horn honking, and joy. We love you, Bethy. -Tim Kelly, Author -Eris Kelly, Editor&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elizabeth J. Kelly  |1947-2021| 

Stanley Howard Seifert, 79, passed away on December 30, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, the Son of Harry Seifert and Opel Bohnert in Anthony. Stan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1960.&nbsp; After dating for two years, on August 7, 1960, Stan married Beverly Eales at 10th Avenue United Methodist Church in Hutchinson. They spent 60 years together raising 3 children, enjoying their 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He worked since a teenager as an auto body repairman and painter, a majority of that time at Horne’s Body Shop. He like Bev always had an open home, a hand to lend to friends and strangers alike. Both his love and his niceness to family, friends, and strangers were unconditional. Stan and Bev hosted for 4 decades Christmas for family and friends. They had an open house for everyone to walk in, if needed spend the night or a little longer. He was a man how men should be. Stan was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Beverly Ann; brothers, Delbert Seifert, Elmer Frank Seifert and sister, Mary Adams; and grandchildren, Tim Weaver and Laura Ratley. Survivors include his children, Diann (Paul) Stropes, David (Brent Showalter) Seifert, and Amy Ratley; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) Warner, Kaitlynn Showalter, fiancé Tyler Jenkins, Leah (Simon) Hiebert, and Alexis Ratley; great grandchildren, Wesley, Aiden, and Joel Warner, Olivia Showalter-Jenkins, and Macie McAllister; sisters, Nellie Korbel and Cathy Borders; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation or services, as cremation was chosen. A joint private Stan and Bev gathering will be held in the spring for family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Stanley Howard Seifert, 79, passed away on December 30, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, the Son of Harry Seifert and Opel Bohnert in Anthony. Stan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1960.&nbsp; After dating for two years, on August 7, 1960, Stan married Beverly Eales at 10th Avenue United Methodist Church in Hutchinson. They spent 60 years together raising 3 children, enjoying their 6 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He worked since a teenager as an auto body repairman and painter, a majority of that time at Horne’s Body Shop. He like Bev always had an open home, a hand to lend to friends and strangers alike. Both his love and his niceness to family, friends, and strangers were unconditional. Stan and Bev hosted for 4 decades Christmas for family and friends. They had an open house for everyone to walk in, if needed spend the night or a little longer. He was a man how men should be. Stan was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Beverly Ann; brothers, Delbert Seifert, Elmer Frank Seifert and sister, Mary Adams; and grandchildren, Tim Weaver and Laura Ratley. Survivors include his children, Diann (Paul) Stropes, David (Brent Showalter) Seifert, and Amy Ratley; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) Warner, Kaitlynn Showalter, fiancé Tyler Jenkins, Leah (Simon) Hiebert, and Alexis Ratley; great grandchildren, Wesley, Aiden, and Joel Warner, Olivia Showalter-Jenkins, and Macie McAllister; sisters, Nellie Korbel and Cathy Borders; as well as numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. There will be no public visitation or services, as cremation was chosen. A joint private Stan and Bev gathering will be held in the spring for family and friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Stanley Howard Seifert  |1942-2021| 

Glennia M. Fuller, was born on May 5, 1942, to Robert W. and Lois M. Weems Graham at Stockton, and passed away at the age of 79 on December 30, 2021, at Salina Regional Medical Center, Salina. Glennia attended Stockton High School and later worked as a certified Medical Aid.&nbsp; She married Roger Fuller on September 6, 1959 at the Calvary Gospel Church.&nbsp; To this union, five children were born, Susan Sellers, Phoenix, AZ.; Sheila Heartfield, Salina;&nbsp; Mickie Floyd, Turon; Roger Fuller, Jr. (deceased) and Rick Fuller, Hutchinson, KS. Glennia is survived by her three daughters, Susan, Sheila and Mickie; one son, Rick; 13 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roger; a son; 2 sisters; 2 brothers; and three grandchildren. Her wish was to be cremated.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, February 18, 2022 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson.&nbsp; Burial will take place at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Glennia M. Fuller, was born on May 5, 1942, to Robert W. and Lois M. Weems Graham at Stockton, and passed away at the age of 79 on December 30, 2021, at Salina Regional Medical Center, Salina. Glennia attended Stockton High School and later worked as a certified Medical Aid.&nbsp; She married Roger Fuller on September 6, 1959 at the Calvary Gospel Church.&nbsp; To this union, five children were born, Susan Sellers, Phoenix, AZ.; Sheila Heartfield, Salina;&nbsp; Mickie Floyd, Turon; Roger Fuller, Jr. (deceased) and Rick Fuller, Hutchinson, KS. Glennia is survived by her three daughters, Susan, Sheila and Mickie; one son, Rick; 13 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roger; a son; 2 sisters; 2 brothers; and three grandchildren. Her wish was to be cremated.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, February 18, 2022 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson.&nbsp; Burial will take place at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Glennia M. Fuller  |1942-2021| 

Laverne Fisk of Hutchison KS was born on July 30, 1947 in Crosstimbers, MO and went on to be with the Lord on December 31, 2021, at the age of 73. Laverne is survived by her two sons, Brian (Julie) and Michael; cousin, Barbara Dellinger-Hurt; sisters, Heather Cortez and Carmel Thomas; and brother, Scott Thomas. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laverne is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip; son Steven; and parents Ceola and David Ummel. Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday January 7, 2022 at 1st Christian Church, 15 E. 5th Ave, Hutchinson KS 67501.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Laverne Fisk of Hutchison KS was born on July 30, 1947 in Crosstimbers, MO and went on to be with the Lord on December 31, 2021, at the age of 73. Laverne is survived by her two sons, Brian (Julie) and Michael; cousin, Barbara Dellinger-Hurt; sisters, Heather Cortez and Carmel Thomas; and brother, Scott Thomas. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Laverne is preceded in death by her husband, Phillip; son Steven; and parents Ceola and David Ummel. Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday January 7, 2022 at 1st Christian Church, 15 E. 5th Ave, Hutchinson KS 67501.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Laverne Fisk  |1947-2021| 

Cynthia Ann ‘Cindy’ Turner, 74, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2022, at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie. She was born April 10, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Mervin G. ‘Turk’ and Annabel A. (Ringer) Miller.

Cindy graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965 and attended Hutchinson Community College. She worked in the shipping and receiving office at Dillons warehouse for 37 years until retirement.

Cindy is survived by: her children, Kelli Hays (Michael) of Clay Center, Brian ‘Scott’ Edwards of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Marah Koster (Lane) of Clay Center, Logan Hays of Clay Center, Lexie Pusty (Thomas) of Overland Park; great-grandchildren, Wade and Joseph Koster; brothers, Thomas Miller of Hutchinson, Mervin G. ‘Butch’ Miller (Collette) of Wichita; 2 nephews and 1 niece.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park at a later date.

Cynthia Ann ‘Cindy’ Turner, 74, of Hutchinson, died January 4, 2022, at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie. She was born April 10, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Mervin G. ‘Turk’ and Annabel A. (Ringer) Miller.Cindy graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965 and attended Hutchinson Community College. She worked in the shipping and receiving office at Dillons warehouse for 37 years until retirement.Cindy is survived by: her children, Kelli Hays (Michael) of Clay Center, Brian ‘Scott’ Edwards of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Marah Koster (Lane) of Clay Center, Logan Hays of Clay Center, Lexie Pusty (Thomas) of Overland Park; great-grandchildren, Wade and Joseph Koster; brothers, Thomas Miller of Hutchinson, Mervin G. ‘Butch’ Miller (Collette) of Wichita; 2 nephews and 1 niece.She was preceded in death by her parents.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned. Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park at a later date.

Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Turner  |1947-2021| 

Douglas L. “Doug” Foss, 71, died January 3, 2022, at Hospice House.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Clayton and Harriett (Dixon) Foss.&nbsp;

Doug graduated from Nickerson High School in 1968, Hutchinson Community Junior College in 1970, and Wichita State University in 1972.&nbsp; He retired from Morton Salt as a purchasing agent, after 39 years of service.

Doug was civic-minded and involved with Circles of Hope, Bread of Life Emmaus, the United Methodist Church Kansas-West Conference, and Mount Sequoyah ministries in Fayetteville, AR.&nbsp; He was a former member of AMBUCS, and volunteered for TECH.&nbsp; In addition, Doug enjoyed golfing at the Highlands and watching the Chiefs, Royals, New York Rangers, and his beloved Wichita State Shockers. Doug was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, a member of the Serendipity Sunday School class, and held many leadership roles at the church.

On August 6, 1994, he married his soulmate, Jillann “Jill” Anderson, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared almost 28 years of marriage.

Doug is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Jill; brothers, Dan Foss (Beth), Russell Foss (Janna), Lyle Foss (Debbie), all of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Adrienne Stenholm and Brett Stenholm (Aida); step-grandson, Sebastian Stenholm, all of Wichita; nieces, Melissa Crawford (Brian) and family of Salina; Maggie Lindfors (Noah) and their family of Hesston, and Morgan Schmidt (Nate) and their family of Olathe; special friends, Jerel and Nieta Devor of Foley, AL; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Celebration of Life for Doug will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Michael Tomson-Degreeff, Kim Biery, and Jeff Gannon officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church following Doug’s Celebration of Life.

Douglas L. “Doug” Foss, 71, died January 3, 2022, at Hospice House.&nbsp; He was born May 21, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Clayton and Harriett (Dixon) Foss.&nbsp;Doug graduated from Nickerson High School in 1968, Hutchinson Community Junior College in 1970, and Wichita State University in 1972.&nbsp; He retired from Morton Salt as a purchasing agent, after 39 years of service.Doug was civic-minded and involved with Circles of Hope, Bread of Life Emmaus, the United Methodist Church Kansas-West Conference, and Mount Sequoyah ministries in Fayetteville, AR.&nbsp; He was a former member of AMBUCS, and volunteered for TECH.&nbsp; In addition, Doug enjoyed golfing at the Highlands and watching the Chiefs, Royals, New York Rangers, and his beloved Wichita State Shockers. Doug was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, a member of the Serendipity Sunday School class, and held many leadership roles at the church.On August 6, 1994, he married his soulmate, Jillann “Jill” Anderson, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; They shared almost 28 years of marriage.Doug is survived by:&nbsp; his wife, Jill; brothers, Dan Foss (Beth), Russell Foss (Janna), Lyle Foss (Debbie), all of Hutchinson; stepchildren, Adrienne Stenholm and Brett Stenholm (Aida); step-grandson, Sebastian Stenholm, all of Wichita; nieces, Melissa Crawford (Brian) and family of Salina; Maggie Lindfors (Noah) and their family of Hesston, and Morgan Schmidt (Nate) and their family of Olathe; special friends, Jerel and Nieta Devor of Foley, AL; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts, uncles, and cousins.Celebration of Life for Doug will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, January 10, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Michael Tomson-Degreeff, Kim Biery, and Jeff Gannon officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends at the church following Doug’s Celebration of Life.

Douglas L. "Doug" Foss  |1950-2021| 

Roy Glenn White, 68, of Hutchinson, died January 3, 2022, at his home. He was born January 25, 1953, in Portales, New Mexico, to Ralph and Ona (Little) White.

Roy graduated from Floyd High School, in New Mexico, in 1971. He had many different jobs in the Hutchinson area, including: an oil rig, route salesman for Nabisco, and Superior Boilers. Roy had several dogs over the years that brought him enjoyment. He also enjoyed following the stock market and sharing his findings with his brothers.

Roy is survived by: siblings, Jerry White, Clovis, New Mexico, Evelyn Bratcher, Colorado Springs, Colorado, James White, Richmond, Texas, Sharon Swort, Stockton, California, Paul White, Deming, New Mexico, David White, Farwell, Texas, Stephen White, Ridgeland, Mississippi, and Lois Dalton, Clovis, New Mexico; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Leroy Wesley White.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, January 6, 2022, at First United Pentecostal Church, 1755 E MacArthur Rd, Wichita 67216. Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place at a later date in Floyd, New Mexico.

Roy Glenn White, 68, of Hutchinson, died January 3, 2022, at his home. He was born January 25, 1953, in Portales, New Mexico, to Ralph and Ona (Little) White.Roy graduated from Floyd High School, in New Mexico, in 1971. He had many different jobs in the Hutchinson area, including: an oil rig, route salesman for Nabisco, and Superior Boilers. Roy had several dogs over the years that brought him enjoyment. He also enjoyed following the stock market and sharing his findings with his brothers.Roy is survived by: siblings, Jerry White, Clovis, New Mexico, Evelyn Bratcher, Colorado Springs, Colorado, James White, Richmond, Texas, Sharon Swort, Stockton, California, Paul White, Deming, New Mexico, David White, Farwell, Texas, Stephen White, Ridgeland, Mississippi, and Lois Dalton, Clovis, New Mexico; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Leroy Wesley White.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, January 6, 2022, at First United Pentecostal Church, 1755 E MacArthur Rd, Wichita 67216. Family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Burial will take place at a later date in Floyd, New Mexico.

Roy Glenn White  |1953-2021| 

Clarence W.&nbsp; Ensz, 89, passed away January 2, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born December 12, 1932, at home northwest of Inman, the youngest child of Herman &amp; Lizzie (Wiens) Ensz.&nbsp;

As a youth Clarence enjoyed competing in rodeos and training horses.&nbsp; He received his GED and worked 43 years for the Kansas Department of Transportation as a mechanic and shop foreman.&nbsp; Clarence’s skill with equipment earned him a first place in the ‘Snow ROADeo’ maneuvering his snow plow through a tight, intricate course.&nbsp;

On June 6, 1954, Clarence married Marjorie Alice Rowland, in Stafford.&nbsp; They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to her death on June 8, 2020.&nbsp; They established a farm in the sand hills east of Hutchinson with their three country-loving children.&nbsp; Raising cattle and crops, Clarence loved the land and being a good steward.

A founding member of the Hutchinson Church of the Brethren, he shared his many talents on the Stewards Commission, plowing snow from the parking lot before services, and sharing his gifts and faith in many ways in the church.

Always busy, Clarence was a boy scout leader, enjoyed bowling in a league, and fishing.&nbsp; Traveling and camping with the family was another pastime he enjoyed.&nbsp; Clarence was a hard worker, creative problem solver, and always willing to help his family, friends, and neighbors.&nbsp; He will be missed.&nbsp;

Clarence is survived by: his children, Valerie (Paul) Hornbaker of Hutchinson, Rex (Jacqueline) Ensz of Mount Hope, and Wes (Kim) Ensz of Buhler, and grandsons, Isaac (fiancé Abigail Schmidtberger) Ensz of Oklahoma City, OK, Brad Ensz of Ellinwood, and Aaron Ensz of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Marjorie, grandson Brandon Hornbaker, eight brothers, and one sister.

Family graveside service will be 9 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; At 10 a.m. the family will greet visitors at the church.&nbsp; The memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at Community Church of the Brethren, 1600 N. Severance, Hutchinson, with Pastor Judson Hornbaker officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service will be video recorded and uploaded to Clarence’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website.&nbsp;

Clarence W.&nbsp; Ensz, 89, passed away January 2, 2022, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born December 12, 1932, at home northwest of Inman, the youngest child of Herman &amp; Lizzie (Wiens) Ensz.&nbsp;As a youth Clarence enjoyed competing in rodeos and training horses.&nbsp; He received his GED and worked 43 years for the Kansas Department of Transportation as a mechanic and shop foreman.&nbsp; Clarence’s skill with equipment earned him a first place in the ‘Snow ROADeo’ maneuvering his snow plow through a tight, intricate course.&nbsp;On June 6, 1954, Clarence married Marjorie Alice Rowland, in Stafford.&nbsp; They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to her death on June 8, 2020.&nbsp; They established a farm in the sand hills east of Hutchinson with their three country-loving children.&nbsp; Raising cattle and crops, Clarence loved the land and being a good steward.A founding member of the Hutchinson Church of the Brethren, he shared his many talents on the Stewards Commission, plowing snow from the parking lot before services, and sharing his gifts and faith in many ways in the church.Always busy, Clarence was a boy scout leader, enjoyed bowling in a league, and fishing.&nbsp; Traveling and camping with the family was another pastime he enjoyed.&nbsp; Clarence was a hard worker, creative problem solver, and always willing to help his family, friends, and neighbors.&nbsp; He will be missed.&nbsp;Clarence is survived by: his children, Valerie (Paul) Hornbaker of Hutchinson, Rex (Jacqueline) Ensz of Mount Hope, and Wes (Kim) Ensz of Buhler, and grandsons, Isaac (fiancé Abigail Schmidtberger) Ensz of Oklahoma City, OK, Brad Ensz of Ellinwood, and Aaron Ensz of Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Marjorie, grandson Brandon Hornbaker, eight brothers, and one sister.Family graveside service will be 9 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; At 10 a.m. the family will greet visitors at the church.&nbsp; The memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. at Community Church of the Brethren, 1600 N. Severance, Hutchinson, with Pastor Judson Hornbaker officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The service will be video recorded and uploaded to Clarence’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website.&nbsp;

Clarence W. Ensz  |1932-2021| 

Velora was born June 11, 1938 in Hillsboro, Kansas to John and Hulda (Friessen) Hiebert. She passed away on January 3, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital. Private burial services are being held in Fairview Cemetery, Kalispell, MT on Friday January 14th.

Velora was born June 11, 1938 in Hillsboro, Kansas to John and Hulda (Friessen) Hiebert. She passed away on January 3, 2022 at Hillsboro Community Hospital. Private burial services are being held in Fairview Cemetery, Kalispell, MT on Friday January 14th.

Velora Evon Ciero  |1938-2021| 

Janet’s life began on November 26, 1939, in rural Potwin. She was the daughter of Clifford Patterson and Chalmadeen (Snorf) Patterson.

 She was a 1957 graduate of Potwin High School. Janet was a med aide and nursing assistant in El Dorado and Whitewater nursing homes. She also worked as a greeter at the El Dorado Wal-Mart. She loved watching Kansas State University football and Kansas University Basketball, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Janet loved planting her flower gardens each year. She was a strong independent woman and loved spending time with her grandchildren. 

Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Robert Allison of Potwin, Christine Allison of Potwin, Cathy Klingstorn of Wichita, Michael Allison of El Dorado, and Jacob (Shelby) Allison of McPherson; grandchildren Monice, Matthew, and Michael; great grandchildren Lilly, Jenna, Jase, Emmet, Kadden, Emma, and Madison; and siblings Merle (Susie) Patterson, Leon (Fawn) Patterson, and Judy Buffin. 

Janet passed away at her home on December 31, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Betty Patterson. A private graveside service will be held at McGill Cemetery in Potwin. Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

Janet’s life began on November 26, 1939, in rural Potwin. She was the daughter of Clifford Patterson and Chalmadeen (Snorf) Patterson. She was a 1957 graduate of Potwin High School. Janet was a med aide and nursing assistant in El Dorado and Whitewater nursing homes. She also worked as a greeter at the El Dorado Wal-Mart. She loved watching Kansas State University football and Kansas University Basketball, and the Kansas City Chiefs. Janet loved planting her flower gardens each year. She was a strong independent woman and loved spending time with her grandchildren. Her greatest joy was her family which includes her children Robert Allison of Potwin, Christine Allison of Potwin, Cathy Klingstorn of Wichita, Michael Allison of El Dorado, and Jacob (Shelby) Allison of McPherson; grandchildren Monice, Matthew, and Michael; great grandchildren Lilly, Jenna, Jase, Emmet, Kadden, Emma, and Madison; and siblings Merle (Susie) Patterson, Leon (Fawn) Patterson, and Judy Buffin. Janet passed away at her home on December 31, 2021. She is preceded in death by her parents and sister Betty Patterson. A private graveside service will be held at McGill Cemetery in Potwin. Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

Janet Allison  |1939-2021| 

John’s life began on November 20, 1954, at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Pittsburg. He was the son of C M and Norvella (Melton) Boccia. 

John graduated from Columbus Unified Schools in 1973. He was united in marriage to Katherine Johnson on November 8, 1974, at First Baptist Church in Carl Junction, MO. John worked most of his life as a machinist, first in local area shops and then Boeing/Spirit AeroSystems as a research and development machinist until his retirement in 2017. He was a member of the Potwin Christian Church and served on the Elder Board for over 20 years. 

John was a licensed glider pilot and flew (and crashed) his own ultralight aircraft. In his spare time he enjoyed gunsmithing and firearms as well as making brass miniatures. He was also well known for his sausage-making skills using the old family recipe. Family ties to West Mineral, kept John busy as he supported the preservation of Big Brutus (the retired electric shovel on which his father once worked) and was involved in helping to place his grandparents’ old grocery store in West Mineral on the National Register of Historic Places.

John lived for his grandchildren, who affectionately called him “Papa John.” His greatest joy was his family which include his parents C M and Norvella Boccia of Pittsburg, his wife Kathy of Potwin; children Michael (Erin) Boccia of Wichita, Gina Boccia of Elbing and Nathan (Sharla) Boccia of Andover; grandchildren Evelyn, Timothy, Julia, and Nicolas Boccia, Olivia and Breck Wisdom, and Sophia, Talia and Gemma Boccia; siblings Theresa Boccia Barker of Frontenac, Vic (Don Weaver) Boccia of Miamisburg, OH, Vince (Vicki) Boccia of Brentwood, CA, Barb (Mark) Wixon of Fort Worth, TX and Monica (Troy) Taylor of Santa Fe, NM and several nieces and nephews. 

John passed away on December 23, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. His family will gather with friends on Saturday January 8, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the Potwin Christian Church for his funeral service. He will be laid to rest in Green Valley Cemetery, Furley. Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

John’s life began on November 20, 1954, at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Pittsburg. He was the son of C M and Norvella (Melton) Boccia. John graduated from Columbus Unified Schools in 1973. He was united in marriage to Katherine Johnson on November 8, 1974, at First Baptist Church in Carl Junction, MO. John worked most of his life as a machinist, first in local area shops and then Boeing/Spirit AeroSystems as a research and development machinist until his retirement in 2017. He was a member of the Potwin Christian Church and served on the Elder Board for over 20 years. John was a licensed glider pilot and flew (and crashed) his own ultralight aircraft. In his spare time he enjoyed gunsmithing and firearms as well as making brass miniatures. He was also well known for his sausage-making skills using the old family recipe. Family ties to West Mineral, kept John busy as he supported the preservation of Big Brutus (the retired electric shovel on which his father once worked) and was involved in helping to place his grandparents’ old grocery store in West Mineral on the National Register of Historic Places.John lived for his grandchildren, who affectionately called him “Papa John.” His greatest joy was his family which include his parents C M and Norvella Boccia of Pittsburg, his wife Kathy of Potwin; children Michael (Erin) Boccia of Wichita, Gina Boccia of Elbing and Nathan (Sharla) Boccia of Andover; grandchildren Evelyn, Timothy, Julia, and Nicolas Boccia, Olivia and Breck Wisdom, and Sophia, Talia and Gemma Boccia; siblings Theresa Boccia Barker of Frontenac, Vic (Don Weaver) Boccia of Miamisburg, OH, Vince (Vicki) Boccia of Brentwood, CA, Barb (Mark) Wixon of Fort Worth, TX and Monica (Troy) Taylor of Santa Fe, NM and several nieces and nephews. John passed away on December 23, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. His family will gather with friends on Saturday January 8, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the Potwin Christian Church for his funeral service. He will be laid to rest in Green Valley Cemetery, Furley. Lamb Funeral Home is serving the family.&nbsp;

John Michael Boccia  |1954-2021| 

Margaret Louise Funk, 93, passed away January 3, 2022 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. She was born October 28, 1928 in Goessel to William and Linda (Enz) Unruh.

 She married Ralph Funk March 16, 1950 rural Goessel. Survivors include: sons, Melvin Funk of Pueblo, Colorado, Vernon Funk of Hillsboro; daughters, Carol Houdyshell of Wichita, Linda Funk of Wichita, Annette King of Hillsboro; brother, Marvin Unruh of Newton; sister-in-law, Joan Unruh of McPherson; 14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: husband, Ralph Funk in 1999; daughter, Eileen Nickles in 2014.

 Celebration of Life Service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2021 at Trinity Mennonite Church in Hillsboro with Pastor Norma Duerksen officiating. Public viewing from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro.&nbsp;

Margaret Louise Funk, 93, passed away January 3, 2022 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. She was born October 28, 1928 in Goessel to William and Linda (Enz) Unruh. She married Ralph Funk March 16, 1950 rural Goessel. Survivors include: sons, Melvin Funk of Pueblo, Colorado, Vernon Funk of Hillsboro; daughters, Carol Houdyshell of Wichita, Linda Funk of Wichita, Annette King of Hillsboro; brother, Marvin Unruh of Newton; sister-in-law, Joan Unruh of McPherson; 14 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: husband, Ralph Funk in 1999; daughter, Eileen Nickles in 2014. Celebration of Life Service 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2021 at Trinity Mennonite Church in Hillsboro with Pastor Norma Duerksen officiating. Public viewing from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Friday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro.&nbsp;

Margaret Louise Funk  |1928-2021| 

Wilma Jean (Karr) Cooper, 95, of McPherson, passed away peacefully January 2, 2022. She was the only daughter of Robert and Florence Karr, born on September 12, 1926. 

Wilma Jean was a woman who could do anything she set her mind to. After she graduated from Clearwater High School, this 19 year old, small town girl traveled on a train by herself to Long Beach, California to marry the love of her life, Loren Cooper. They were married in 1945 and made their home in Wichita during their 65 years of marriage. They were blessed with two daughters, Judy Sawyer and Carla Neufeld. 

Her determination to start over was driven by her desire to be closer to family, and so she moved to McPherson, at the age of 83. She remained living independently in her home till January 2022, when she went to her heavenly home. While working numerous secretarial jobs, she still was an active participant in her children and grandchildren’s activities. Her home was always open to spur of the moment gatherings. She enjoyed being around people and entertaining. She was like an energizer bunny who valued a strong work ethic. Her organizational skills served her well for scrapbooking, crafting, upholstering and sewing. Her talents ranged from rewiring a toaster to learning to cane an heirloom chair. Her greatest joy came in the spring when she could be outdoors and plant her flowers. She was community minded and served as an election volunteer for many years. Additionally, she served on the Greenwood Cemetery (Oatville) Board for 20 + years. She was a major visionary on the Board when a new addition was purchased and a chapel was built. She was a 75 year member of Eastern Star and held many state and county leadership positions in FCE, formerly Extension Home Units (EHU). She was chosen to represent Kansas and received the national Heart of FCE Award in 2015 at the national convention. She was an active FCE member for 66 years. Besides her two daughters, Judy Sawyer and Carla Neufeld (Stan), her family legacy is eight grandchildren; Brian Sawyer (Peggy), Darin Sawyer (April), Dan Word, Megan Levika (Roby), Scott Neufeld, Kevin Neufeld, Laura Hendricks (Dustin) and Amy White (Josh), and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter, Abigail, and son-in-law, Robert Sawyer. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, January 7, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 8, at Broadway Mortuary, Wichita. A private family burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th St., Wichita 67215.

Wilma Jean (Karr) Cooper, 95, of McPherson, passed away peacefully January 2, 2022. She was the only daughter of Robert and Florence Karr, born on September 12, 1926. Wilma Jean was a woman who could do anything she set her mind to. After she graduated from Clearwater High School, this 19 year old, small town girl traveled on a train by herself to Long Beach, California to marry the love of her life, Loren Cooper. They were married in 1945 and made their home in Wichita during their 65 years of marriage. They were blessed with two daughters, Judy Sawyer and Carla Neufeld. Her determination to start over was driven by her desire to be closer to family, and so she moved to McPherson, at the age of 83. She remained living independently in her home till January 2022, when she went to her heavenly home. While working numerous secretarial jobs, she still was an active participant in her children and grandchildren’s activities. Her home was always open to spur of the moment gatherings. She enjoyed being around people and entertaining. She was like an energizer bunny who valued a strong work ethic. Her organizational skills served her well for scrapbooking, crafting, upholstering and sewing. Her talents ranged from rewiring a toaster to learning to cane an heirloom chair. Her greatest joy came in the spring when she could be outdoors and plant her flowers. She was community minded and served as an election volunteer for many years. Additionally, she served on the Greenwood Cemetery (Oatville) Board for 20 + years. She was a major visionary on the Board when a new addition was purchased and a chapel was built. She was a 75 year member of Eastern Star and held many state and county leadership positions in FCE, formerly Extension Home Units (EHU). She was chosen to represent Kansas and received the national Heart of FCE Award in 2015 at the national convention. She was an active FCE member for 66 years. Besides her two daughters, Judy Sawyer and Carla Neufeld (Stan), her family legacy is eight grandchildren; Brian Sawyer (Peggy), Darin Sawyer (April), Dan Word, Megan Levika (Roby), Scott Neufeld, Kevin Neufeld, Laura Hendricks (Dustin) and Amy White (Josh), and 12 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, granddaughter, Abigail, and son-in-law, Robert Sawyer. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Friday, January 7, 2022, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 8, at Broadway Mortuary, Wichita. A private family burial will follow at Greenwood Cemetery, 6231 W. 47th St., Wichita 67215.

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