Medicine Lodge - Christine Lynne Ashabranner, 70, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. She was born on October 20, 1951 in Ventura, California to Don and Josephine (Stroud) Russell. Christine married Robert James Ashabranner on September 2, 1972 in Oakview, California. They were married for 49 years.

She is survived by her husband, Robert of Medicine Lodge: son, Jason (Latisha) Ashabranner of Medicine Lodge; daughter, Sherie Easter of Wichita; brother, Aaron Stroud of Medicine Lodge; grandchildren, Sara Okada of Las Vegas, Nevada and Violet Bennett and Jerame Bennett both of Garden City.

Christine is preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:30 p.m., Monday, November 29, 2021 at Reach Church, Pratt with Pastor Aaron Hirt presiding.

Memorials may be made to Christine Ashabranner Memorial Fund in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.

Medicine Lodge - Christine Lynne Ashabranner, 70, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis in Wichita. She was born on October 20, 1951 in Ventura, California to Don and Josephine (Stroud) Russell. Christine married Robert James Ashabranner on September 2, 1972 in Oakview, California. They were married for 49 years.Christine was a member of Reach Church.She is survived by her husband, Robert of Medicine Lodge: son, Jason (Latisha) Ashabranner of Medicine Lodge; daughter, Sherie Easter of Wichita; brother, Aaron Stroud of Medicine Lodge; grandchildren, Sara Okada of Las Vegas, Nevada and Violet Bennett and Jerame Bennett both of Garden City.Christine is preceded in death by her parents.Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at 5:30 p.m., Monday, November 29, 2021 at Reach Church, Pratt with Pastor Aaron Hirt presiding.Memorials may be made to Christine Ashabranner Memorial Fund in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.

Christine Lynne Ashabranner |1951-2021|

Pratt - Stephen Earl McPherson, 95, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at South Wind Home. He was born on December 12, 1925 in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, the fourth child, to Herbert Earl and Inez Pearl (Ratliff) McPherson. Stephen married Effie Irene (Marrs) McPherson on May 17, 1950 in Wichita Falls, Texas. She preceded him in death on June 29, 2014. Stephen graduated from Fort Cobb High School in 1943. He lived in Fort Cobb where started and finished School. He spent 2 years and one month in the United States Navy during World War II on Manus Island in the Pacific (June 6, 1944 - June 26, 1946). He spent the next 4 years working around Ft. Cobb, playing baseball for Carnegie, Ft. Cobb and Oney, and refereeing basketball and camping. He attended Carnegie Junior College in 1948 - 1950 where he lettered in basketball and baseball. He met Irene at college and married the love of his life, Irene Marrs, on May 17, 1950. Steve attended Southwestern Oklahoma State and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education, lettered in baseball, and received his Masters in Education Administration at Oklahoma University. He began working in education in 1951 at Oney, Ft. Cobb, and retired as elementary principal in Lamar, CO in 1989. Steve and Irene moved to Prague, OK and eventually moved to Pratt KS in 2016. He was a member of First Southern Baptist Church, and formerly of the VFW. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, woodworking, ball games, and hunting. He is survived by his son, Herb (Kristin) McPherson of Pratt; brother, Joe Swanda of Edmond, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; Jason (Vanessa) McPherson, Jennifer (Clayton) Smith, Lesli (Jamie) Baca, Kyle (Lara) McPherson, Zach Widener, Zeke (Emily) McPherson, Hannah (Cody) Barilla, and Leah (Trent) Befort and 19 great grandchildren. Stephen is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Effie Irene McPherson; son, Mike McPherson (Karen); daughter, Stephanie Sands; brother, Raymond McPherson; and sisters, Alta Howry and Juanita Keyes. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Monday, November 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at First Southern Baptist Church, Pratt with Pastor Steve Taylor presiding. Inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 29, 2021 at Prague Cemetery, Prague, Oklahoma. Memorials may be made to Skyline School Foundation or First Southern Baptist Church in care of Larrison Mortuary. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Pratt - Stephen Earl McPherson, 95, passed away Saturday, November 20, 2021 at South Wind Home. He was born on December 12, 1925 in Fort Cobb, Oklahoma, the fourth child, to Herbert Earl and Inez Pearl (Ratliff) McPherson. Stephen married Effie Irene (Marrs) McPherson on May 17, 1950 in Wichita Falls, Texas. She preceded him in death on June 29, 2014. Stephen graduated from Fort Cobb High School in 1943. He lived in Fort Cobb where started and finished School. He spent 2 years and one month in the United States Navy during World War II on Manus Island in the Pacific (June 6, 1944 - June 26, 1946). He spent the next 4 years working around Ft. Cobb, playing baseball for Carnegie, Ft. Cobb and Oney, and refereeing basketball and camping. He attended Carnegie Junior College in 1948 - 1950 where he lettered in basketball and baseball. He met Irene at college and married the love of his life, Irene Marrs, on May 17, 1950. Steve attended Southwestern Oklahoma State and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education, lettered in baseball, and received his Masters in Education Administration at Oklahoma University. He began working in education in 1951 at Oney, Ft. Cobb, and retired as elementary principal in Lamar, CO in 1989. Steve and Irene moved to Prague, OK and eventually moved to Pratt KS in 2016. He was a member of First Southern Baptist Church, and formerly of the VFW. He enjoyed his children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, woodworking, ball games, and hunting. He is survived by his son, Herb (Kristin) McPherson of Pratt; brother, Joe Swanda of Edmond, Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; Jason (Vanessa) McPherson, Jennifer (Clayton) Smith, Lesli (Jamie) Baca, Kyle (Lara) McPherson, Zach Widener, Zeke (Emily) McPherson, Hannah (Cody) Barilla, and Leah (Trent) Befort and 19 great grandchildren. Stephen is preceded in death by his parents; wife, Effie Irene McPherson; son, Mike McPherson (Karen); daughter, Stephanie Sands; brother, Raymond McPherson; and sisters, Alta Howry and Juanita Keyes. Cremation has taken place. Friends may sign the book Monday, November 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. A Celebration of Life will be held at 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at First Southern Baptist Church, Pratt with Pastor Steve Taylor presiding. Inurnment will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 29, 2021 at Prague Cemetery, Prague, Oklahoma. Memorials may be made to Skyline School Foundation or First Southern Baptist Church in care of Larrison Mortuary. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Stephen Earl McPherson |1925-2021|

Douglas Brewer 69, died November 20, 2021. Graveside service will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday December 2, 2021 at Whitewater Center Cemetery in Rural Burns, Kansas.  A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Hill Mennonite Church in Rural Whitewater. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday December 1, 2021 at Petersen Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Cancer Center of Kansas or MCC in care of the funeral home

Douglas Brewer 69, died November 20, 2021. Graveside service will be 9:30 a.m. Thursday December 2, 2021 at Whitewater Center Cemetery in Rural Burns, Kansas. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at Grace Hill Mennonite Church in Rural Whitewater. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday December 1, 2021 at Petersen Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Cancer Center of Kansas or MCC in care of the funeral home

Douglas Brewer |2021|

Dorothy M. Peak 94, died November 21, 2021 at Paramount Health and Rehab in Newton.  She was born December 4, 1926 in Quenmo, Kansas to George A and Edith (Worley) McKinley.  On April 9, 1944 she married Keith W. Peak at Eskridge, Kansas and he preceded her in death on August 3, 1991.

Dorothy was a long time active member of First United Methodist Church in downtown Newton.

She was retired as assistant director of food service for USD 373 in Newton.

Dorothy is survived by her daughters Peggy Hinshaw and Judy Cornelius, she is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband a daughter Lucinda Marie and 5 brothers.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church in Newton with The Reverend Amos McCarthy officiating.  Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Petersen Funeral Home the family will receive friends from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery Newton.

Memorials may be made in Dorothy’s memory to First United Methodist Church and left with Petersen Funeral Home.	

Dorothy M. Peak 94, died November 21, 2021 at Paramount Health and Rehab in Newton. She was born December 4, 1926 in Quenmo, Kansas to George A and Edith (Worley) McKinley. On April 9, 1944 she married Keith W. Peak at Eskridge, Kansas and he preceded her in death on August 3, 1991.Dorothy was a long time active member of First United Methodist Church in downtown Newton.She was retired as assistant director of food service for USD 373 in Newton.Dorothy is survived by her daughters Peggy Hinshaw and Judy Cornelius, she is also survived by 5 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, husband a daughter Lucinda Marie and 5 brothers.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, November 29, 2021 at First United Methodist Church in Newton with The Reverend Amos McCarthy officiating. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Petersen Funeral Home the family will receive friends from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery Newton.Memorials may be made in Dorothy’s memory to First United Methodist Church and left with Petersen Funeral Home.

Dorothy M. Peak |1926-2021|

Nancy Ann Hawkins, 91, died Nov. 22, 2021 at Kingman.

She was born Aug. 21, 1930, at Calista, Kansas the daughter of Melvin and Rachel DeWeese Foulk.  A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, she was a former telephone operator and a retired employee of First National Bank.

Nancy was a member of the Kingman Christian Church; a former treasurer for the American Cancer Society, the VFW Auxiliary, the Kingman Hospital Auxiliary; and volunteered for the Nu-2-U store.

On Jan. 20, 1950, she married Ray G. Hawkins; he died April 12, 2012.  Survivors include daughter Gwen Drosselmeyer; son Roy Hawkins; 5 grandchildren, Cody, Clint and Kelli Drosselmeyer, Renee Timar and Rachael Murray; and 8 great-grandchildren.  She was also preceded in death by her parents; step-mother Maude Foulk; brother Norman “Red” Foulk; and sister Peggy Akins.

Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Hoosier Cemetery.

Memorials may be made with the Kingman Fire Department or the Kingman Christian Church both in care of Livingston Funeral Home.

Nancy Ann Hawkins, 91, died Nov. 22, 2021 at Kingman.She was born Aug. 21, 1930, at Calista, Kansas the daughter of Melvin and Rachel DeWeese Foulk. A lifetime resident of the Kingman community, she was a former telephone operator and a retired employee of First National Bank.Nancy was a member of the Kingman Christian Church; a former treasurer for the American Cancer Society, the VFW Auxiliary, the Kingman Hospital Auxiliary; and volunteered for the Nu-2-U store.On Jan. 20, 1950, she married Ray G. Hawkins; he died April 12, 2012. Survivors include daughter Gwen Drosselmeyer; son Roy Hawkins; 5 grandchildren, Cody, Clint and Kelli Drosselmeyer, Renee Timar and Rachael Murray; and 8 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by her parents; step-mother Maude Foulk; brother Norman “Red” Foulk; and sister Peggy Akins.Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m., Friday at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Hoosier Cemetery.Memorials may be made with the Kingman Fire Department or the Kingman Christian Church both in care of Livingston Funeral Home.

Nancy Ann Hawkins |1930-2021|

Marilyn Mae Preheim, 81, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 in Pine Village of Moundridge.&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1940 in rural Kingman County, near Cheney, Kansas.

Her family moved to a farm in rural Reno County where she spent her youth.&nbsp; Her 1st&nbsp;to 12th&nbsp;grade education was in the Pretty Prairie school system.&nbsp; She then spent one year in North Newton, at Bethel College.&nbsp; Marilyn was baptized in the First Mennonite Church of Pretty Prairie, where she became a member.&nbsp; Her membership was later transferred to the Eden Mennonite Church.

Marilyn’s work career began as telephone operator first at Newton and then in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Her marriage brought her back to Newton as receptionist at Doctor’s Park and as a mail clerk at Hesston Corporation.&nbsp; This was followed by long term employment at Prairie View mental health facility.

Her great smile and pleasant personality along with a genuine concern for others made her an amazing wife, a wonderful mother, and a cherished friend.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed her musical talent by attending and performing in music theatre.&nbsp; Despite her long-standing physical challenges, she maintained a remarkably positive attitude and never let them defeat her spirit or her faith.

After being introduced on a blind date, she chose and married Kenneth Preheim on July 30, 1960.&nbsp; This marriage was blessed with three sons along with their families grieve her death.&nbsp; Sons, Lynn Date and wife, Cameron, Bret Alan and wife, Carol, and Trent Jay and wife, Angela; grandchildren, Emily (Steven) Farve, Paige Preheim, Justin Preheim, Max Preheim, and Silas Preheim; step-grandchildren, T.J. Wiebe (Emily), and Cole Gooden; great-grandchildren, Oliver Farve and Drew Farve.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister, Lavera Schrag of Newton; one brother, Kenneth (Ellie) Schrag of East End, Canada; one brother-in-law, James Preheim (Gladys) of Peabody; two sisters-in-law, Darla Schrag of Pretty Prairie, and Judith Graber of Pretty Prairie; and nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Adina Schrag; brothers, Delmar Schrag and Donald Schrag (stillborn); and brothers-in-law, Calvin Preheim and Kenneth Graber.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Eden Mennonite Church.&nbsp; Due to the increase of positive COVID-19 cases, the family has requested masks to be worn.&nbsp; Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, November 26, at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Eden Mennonite Church or Pine Village in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.

Marilyn Mae Preheim, 81, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Sunday, November 21, 2021 in Pine Village of Moundridge.&nbsp; She was born May 5, 1940 in rural Kingman County, near Cheney, Kansas.Her family moved to a farm in rural Reno County where she spent her youth.&nbsp; Her 1st&nbsp;to 12th&nbsp;grade education was in the Pretty Prairie school system.&nbsp; She then spent one year in North Newton, at Bethel College.&nbsp; Marilyn was baptized in the First Mennonite Church of Pretty Prairie, where she became a member.&nbsp; Her membership was later transferred to the Eden Mennonite Church.Marilyn’s work career began as telephone operator first at Newton and then in Hutchinson.&nbsp; Her marriage brought her back to Newton as receptionist at Doctor’s Park and as a mail clerk at Hesston Corporation.&nbsp; This was followed by long term employment at Prairie View mental health facility.Her great smile and pleasant personality along with a genuine concern for others made her an amazing wife, a wonderful mother, and a cherished friend.&nbsp; Marilyn enjoyed her musical talent by attending and performing in music theatre.&nbsp; Despite her long-standing physical challenges, she maintained a remarkably positive attitude and never let them defeat her spirit or her faith.After being introduced on a blind date, she chose and married Kenneth Preheim on July 30, 1960.&nbsp; This marriage was blessed with three sons along with their families grieve her death.&nbsp; Sons, Lynn Date and wife, Cameron, Bret Alan and wife, Carol, and Trent Jay and wife, Angela; grandchildren, Emily (Steven) Farve, Paige Preheim, Justin Preheim, Max Preheim, and Silas Preheim; step-grandchildren, T.J. Wiebe (Emily), and Cole Gooden; great-grandchildren, Oliver Farve and Drew Farve.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister, Lavera Schrag of Newton; one brother, Kenneth (Ellie) Schrag of East End, Canada; one brother-in-law, James Preheim (Gladys) of Peabody; two sisters-in-law, Darla Schrag of Pretty Prairie, and Judith Graber of Pretty Prairie; and nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, Dan and Adina Schrag; brothers, Delmar Schrag and Donald Schrag (stillborn); and brothers-in-law, Calvin Preheim and Kenneth Graber.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Eden Mennonite Church.&nbsp; Due to the increase of positive COVID-19 cases, the family has requested masks to be worn.&nbsp; Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, November 26, at Moundridge Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Eden Mennonite Church or Pine Village in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.

Marilyn Mae Preheim |1940-2021|

Paul R. Burckhart, 88, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021.  He was born on August 1, 1933 in Orrville, Ohio, the son of Elias K. and Mable (Ressler) Burckhart.

Paul graduated from Orrville High School in Orrville, Ohio.

In 1960, he started his own business named Paul’s Inc., where he worked in the heating, air conditioning and plumbing services.

He was a member of Hesston Mennonite Church.

Paul was united in marriage to Marna Lou Gaeddert on March 26, 1955 in Buhler, Kansas.  She survives of the home.

Other survivors include his four children, Sheryl (Wes) Miller of St. Clairsville, Ohio, Kristen (Mark) Mayhue of North Newton, Kay (Dave) Swartzendruber of Lakewood, Colorado, and Phil (Joanne) Burckhart of Buhler; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Carolyn Powers of Wooster, Ohio and Mary (Bill) Hoover of Orrville, Ohio.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Marilyn Burckhart; and granddaughter, Sara Swartzendruber.

Private family burial will take place at Hesston Cemetery.  Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Hesston Mennonite Church with family greeting friends following the service.  Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Central Committee or Camp Mennoscah in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, Kansas 67062.

Paul R. Burckhart, 88, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Friday, November 19, 2021. He was born on August 1, 1933 in Orrville, Ohio, the son of Elias K. and Mable (Ressler) Burckhart.Paul graduated from Orrville High School in Orrville, Ohio.In 1960, he started his own business named Paul’s Inc., where he worked in the heating, air conditioning and plumbing services.He was a member of Hesston Mennonite Church.Paul was united in marriage to Marna Lou Gaeddert on March 26, 1955 in Buhler, Kansas. She survives of the home.Other survivors include his four children, Sheryl (Wes) Miller of St. Clairsville, Ohio, Kristen (Mark) Mayhue of North Newton, Kay (Dave) Swartzendruber of Lakewood, Colorado, and Phil (Joanne) Burckhart of Buhler; nine grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Carolyn Powers of Wooster, Ohio and Mary (Bill) Hoover of Orrville, Ohio.Paul was preceded in death by his parents; infant sister, Marilyn Burckhart; and granddaughter, Sara Swartzendruber.Private family burial will take place at Hesston Cemetery. Memorial services will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, November 27, 2021 at Hesston Mennonite Church with family greeting friends following the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Mennonite Central Committee or Camp Mennoscah in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, Kansas 67062.

Paul R. Burckhart |1933-2021|

Lois Mae Moeckel, 93, passed away November 6, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born July 14, 1928, on a farm near Garfield, KS, to Wayne and Ada (Gibson) Vinson.&nbsp; Lois was the youngest of their four children.

Lois was a graduate of Garfield High School, Garfield.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State University where she met her husband, Donald LeRoy Moeckel.&nbsp; Lois was a member of Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority and Don was the star on the Fort Hays State basketball team. They were married on August 12, 1948, and shared 41 years of marriage before his death on September 4, 1989.

She worked various jobs over the years wherever her husband’s coaching, teaching, and military career took them.&nbsp; Lois was an elementary school teacher in Ada, KS, and a secretary in the dean’s office of the College of Agriculture at Kansas State University in Manhattan.&nbsp; She worked in a dress shop in Colorado Springs, CO, and in the offices at Dorrance and Palco High Schools in Kansas.&nbsp; Lois was an assistant in the Stafford County Register of Deeds office in Saint John. After moving to Hutchinson in 1965, she worked as a secretary at Pierce Faris Cochran Sutton Accounting Firm until she retired in 1994 after 29 years.&nbsp; She and her husband also owned a custom harvesting and seed hauling business for over 20 years.

Lois was a sports fan as she followed and supported the various high school basketball teams that were coached by her husband.&nbsp; She was an avid K-State fan.&nbsp; No one was allowed to interrupt her when a K-State game was on.&nbsp; After Lois’ retirement, she was able to travel and follow her son’s career and visit family across the country before her health forced her to stop. &nbsp;She was a cancer survivor.&nbsp; Lois was also a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

Lois is survived by her son, Merle Moeckel, Hutchinson.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; three brothers and their wives, Elmer and Jeanette Vinson of Chambersburg, PA, Clyde and Madeline Vinson of Garfield, and Harry and Dorothy Vinson of Denver, CO; two brothers-in-law, Bud Moeckel of Hays, and Glen Hurst of Topeka.&nbsp; She remained in contact over the years with many of her nieces and nephews.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.

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

Lois Mae Moeckel, 93, passed away November 6, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born July 14, 1928, on a farm near Garfield, KS, to Wayne and Ada (Gibson) Vinson.&nbsp; Lois was the youngest of their four children.Lois was a graduate of Garfield High School, Garfield.&nbsp; She attended Fort Hays State University where she met her husband, Donald LeRoy Moeckel.&nbsp; Lois was a member of Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority and Don was the star on the Fort Hays State basketball team. They were married on August 12, 1948, and shared 41 years of marriage before his death on September 4, 1989.She worked various jobs over the years wherever her husband’s coaching, teaching, and military career took them.&nbsp; Lois was an elementary school teacher in Ada, KS, and a secretary in the dean’s office of the College of Agriculture at Kansas State University in Manhattan.&nbsp; She worked in a dress shop in Colorado Springs, CO, and in the offices at Dorrance and Palco High Schools in Kansas.&nbsp; Lois was an assistant in the Stafford County Register of Deeds office in Saint John. After moving to Hutchinson in 1965, she worked as a secretary at Pierce Faris Cochran Sutton Accounting Firm until she retired in 1994 after 29 years.&nbsp; She and her husband also owned a custom harvesting and seed hauling business for over 20 years.Lois was a sports fan as she followed and supported the various high school basketball teams that were coached by her husband.&nbsp; She was an avid K-State fan.&nbsp; No one was allowed to interrupt her when a K-State game was on.&nbsp; After Lois’ retirement, she was able to travel and follow her son’s career and visit family across the country before her health forced her to stop. &nbsp;She was a cancer survivor.&nbsp; Lois was also a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.Lois is survived by her son, Merle Moeckel, Hutchinson.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; three brothers and their wives, Elmer and Jeanette Vinson of Chambersburg, PA, Clyde and Madeline Vinson of Garfield, and Harry and Dorothy Vinson of Denver, CO; two brothers-in-law, Bud Moeckel of Hays, and Glen Hurst of Topeka.&nbsp; She remained in contact over the years with many of her nieces and nephews.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Avenue, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Lois M. Moeckel Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lois Mae Moeckel |1928-2021|

PLEVNA –&nbsp; Virgil “Dean” Zongker, 91, died Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp; Born October 20, 1930 at Zenith he was the son of Edgar and Mildred Hartnett Zongker.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the Army’s 82nd&nbsp;Airborne.&nbsp; On July 25, 1951 he married Leona Rankin at Plevna.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Leona.&nbsp; Sons: Bob Zongker and Bret (Vonda) Zongker.&nbsp; Daughters: Marla (Richard) Bernhardt and Debra (Galen) Anderson.&nbsp; Brothers: Layle Zongker, Bart Zongker and Earl Zongker.&nbsp; Sister: Lyndal Freeze.&nbsp; Eight grandchildren.&nbsp; 12 great-grandchildren with one due in June, 2022.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by sisters: Mary Lou Zongker, Gwen Andsager and June Carlisle, brothers: Dwight Zongker, Jay Zongker and Jo Zongker.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 27 at Plevna Community Bible Church, Plevna.&nbsp; Memorials to the Plevna Community Bible Church Missions in care of Minnis Chapel, Stafford.

PLEVNA –&nbsp; Virgil “Dean” Zongker, 91, died Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Hutchinson Hospital.&nbsp; Born October 20, 1930 at Zenith he was the son of Edgar and Mildred Hartnett Zongker.&nbsp; He was a veteran of the Korean War serving with the Army’s 82nd&nbsp;Airborne.&nbsp; On July 25, 1951 he married Leona Rankin at Plevna.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife, Leona.&nbsp; Sons: Bob Zongker and Bret (Vonda) Zongker.&nbsp; Daughters: Marla (Richard) Bernhardt and Debra (Galen) Anderson.&nbsp; Brothers: Layle Zongker, Bart Zongker and Earl Zongker.&nbsp; Sister: Lyndal Freeze.&nbsp; Eight grandchildren.&nbsp; 12 great-grandchildren with one due in June, 2022.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by sisters: Mary Lou Zongker, Gwen Andsager and June Carlisle, brothers: Dwight Zongker, Jay Zongker and Jo Zongker.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, November 27 at Plevna Community Bible Church, Plevna.&nbsp; Memorials to the Plevna Community Bible Church Missions in care of Minnis Chapel, Stafford.

Virgil “Dean” Zongker |1930-2021|

Wellsford - Raymond Allen Hall, 86, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 6, 1935 in Yates Center, Kansas to James Logan and Margaret Ann (Cook) Hall. Raymond married Ecile Eilene (DeGarmo) Hall on June 1, 1956 in Belvidere. They were married for 65 years. Raymond graduated from Haviland High School in 1953. He worked as a salesman for Hi-Pro Animal Health. He was a member of Isabel Church of Christ and Haviland Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, picking on the grandchildren, working, bit and spur collecting and many other items. He is survived by his wife, Ecile of Wellsford; daughter, Justina (Doug) Toombs of Hooker, Oklahoma; sons, Daniel (Cindy) Hall of Wellsford and Bobby (Connie Johnson) Carter of Pratt; grandchildren, Amy (Matthew) Wilks, Tabitha (Tom) Mehlhorn, Brandy (Dustin) Trout, Samantha Hall, Brandon Carter and Logan (Kelsey) Hall; 11 great grandchildren. Raymond is preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Thad Lyle Hall; infant daughter, Melita Sue Hall; grandchild, Cheyanne Lorraine Carter; and great-granddaughter, Briar June Wilks. Visitation will be Monday, November 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with John Hamm presiding. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Wilmore Cemetery, Wilmore. Memorials may be made to Wilmore Cemetery in care of Larrison Mortuary.

Wellsford - Raymond Allen Hall, 86, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021 at Pratt Regional Medical Center. He was born on April 6, 1935 in Yates Center, Kansas to James Logan and Margaret Ann (Cook) Hall. Raymond married Ecile Eilene (DeGarmo) Hall on June 1, 1956 in Belvidere. They were married for 65 years. Raymond graduated from Haviland High School in 1953. He worked as a salesman for Hi-Pro Animal Health. He was a member of Isabel Church of Christ and Haviland Masonic Lodge. He enjoyed fishing, picking on the grandchildren, working, bit and spur collecting and many other items. He is survived by his wife, Ecile of Wellsford; daughter, Justina (Doug) Toombs of Hooker, Oklahoma; sons, Daniel (Cindy) Hall of Wellsford and Bobby (Connie Johnson) Carter of Pratt; grandchildren, Amy (Matthew) Wilks, Tabitha (Tom) Mehlhorn, Brandy (Dustin) Trout, Samantha Hall, Brandon Carter and Logan (Kelsey) Hall; 11 great grandchildren. Raymond is preceded in death by his parents; infant son, Thad Lyle Hall; infant daughter, Melita Sue Hall; grandchild, Cheyanne Lorraine Carter; and great-granddaughter, Briar June Wilks. Visitation will be Monday, November 22, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends from 5-7 at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt with John Hamm presiding. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Wilmore Cemetery, Wilmore. Memorials may be made to Wilmore Cemetery in care of Larrison Mortuary.

Raymond Allen Hall |1935-2021|

Virginia R. Hunt, 96, of Junction City, KS and formerly of Beaver City, NE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Harmony Home in McPherson, KS. Prior to retirement, she owned and operated a hardware store in Beaver City. She was born on June 2, 1925, in Pawnee County, NE, the daughter of Ralph Lewis and Lillian Josephine (Novotny) Stepan. She graduated from Peru (Nebraska) High School and received her associates degree in business. Virginia was united in marriage to Howard E. Mortensen on June 15, 1947. He preceded her in death on July 6, 1972. She married Lee Allen Hunt on May 18, 1974, and he passed away on May 16, 1995. She was a member of Faith Community Church, V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include three children, Vivian Gaughan (Mike) of Hollywood, FL, Kenneth Mortensen (Marcia) of Junction City, KS, and Donna Rhine (Barry) of Hollywood, FL; four grandchildren, Jeffrey Mortensen, Jill Mortensen, Jason Rhine, and Aaron Rhine; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, and four sisters, Betty Stepan, Valesta Stepan, Dorothy Stepan, and Evelyn Neve. A service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be given to Faith Community Church (Beaver City, NE) or the Josef Stepan Family Foundation in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia R. Hunt, 96, of Junction City, KS and formerly of Beaver City, NE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Harmony Home in McPherson, KS. Prior to retirement, she owned and operated a hardware store in Beaver City. She was born on June 2, 1925, in Pawnee County, NE, the daughter of Ralph Lewis and Lillian Josephine (Novotny) Stepan. She graduated from Peru (Nebraska) High School and received her associates degree in business. Virginia was united in marriage to Howard E. Mortensen on June 15, 1947. He preceded her in death on July 6, 1972. She married Lee Allen Hunt on May 18, 1974, and he passed away on May 16, 1995. She was a member of Faith Community Church, V.F.W. Auxiliary, and the American Legion Auxiliary. Survivors include three children, Vivian Gaughan (Mike) of Hollywood, FL, Kenneth Mortensen (Marcia) of Junction City, KS, and Donna Rhine (Barry) of Hollywood, FL; four grandchildren, Jeffrey Mortensen, Jill Mortensen, Jason Rhine, and Aaron Rhine; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, and four sisters, Betty Stepan, Valesta Stepan, Dorothy Stepan, and Evelyn Neve. A service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be given to Faith Community Church (Beaver City, NE) or the Josef Stepan Family Foundation in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Virginia R. Hunt |1925-2021|

Sharon Kay Rose, 76, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:43 a.m., Saturday, November 20th, 2021 at Cedars House in McPherson. Sharon was born in McPherson, Kansas on January 1, 1945, a daughter of June (Hanson) and Doris Wilson Young. Sharon attended Wickersham Elementary School, McPherson Junior High School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1963. Through the years Sharon owned and operated Rose Janitorial Service in Billings, Montana and in McPherson, Kansas. Sharon enjoyed spending time with all her friends and especially her family. Sharon K. Young was united in marriage to Glenn Rose on April 14, 1963 in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Becky. She is survived by her daughter Becky Rose, of McPherson, Kansas; her siblings, Brenda Banman and her husband Keith, of McPherson, Kansas, Cherri Koehn and her husband Frank, of McPherson, Kansas, Connie Young, of Salina, Kansas, Donna Bartel and her husband LeWayne, of Buhler, Kansas, Jerilynn Nickel, of Marquette, Kansas and Sharon's close friend Richard Gage. She is also survived by 2, grandchildren, Tevin Rose and Honestee Whittker and 1 great grandchild, Lailaa Kent. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glenn Rose and her brother, Roger Wilson. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Crestview Memorial Park Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon Rose Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Sharon Kay Rose, 76, of Mcpherson, Kansas, passed away at 1:43 a.m., Saturday, November 20th, 2021 at Cedars House in McPherson. Sharon was born in McPherson, Kansas on January 1, 1945, a daughter of June (Hanson) and Doris Wilson Young. Sharon attended Wickersham Elementary School, McPherson Junior High School and graduated from McPherson High School, McPherson, Kansas in 1963. Through the years Sharon owned and operated Rose Janitorial Service in Billings, Montana and in McPherson, Kansas. Sharon enjoyed spending time with all her friends and especially her family. Sharon K. Young was united in marriage to Glenn Rose on April 14, 1963 in McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of a daughter, Becky. She is survived by her daughter Becky Rose, of McPherson, Kansas; her siblings, Brenda Banman and her husband Keith, of McPherson, Kansas, Cherri Koehn and her husband Frank, of McPherson, Kansas, Connie Young, of Salina, Kansas, Donna Bartel and her husband LeWayne, of Buhler, Kansas, Jerilynn Nickel, of Marquette, Kansas and Sharon's close friend Richard Gage. She is also survived by 2, grandchildren, Tevin Rose and Honestee Whittker and 1 great grandchild, Lailaa Kent. Sharon was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Glenn Rose and her brother, Roger Wilson. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Crestview Memorial Park Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to Sharon Rose Memorial Fund and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger Funeral Home; 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Sharon Kay Rose |1945-2021|

John Michael Stewart, 55, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away November 19, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. 

He was born January 23, 1966, in Las Vegas, Nevada, the son of Mike Stewart and Barbara Gregg. John has resided in Lyons since 1970, formerly of Las Vegas. He graduated from Lyons High School, Lyons, with the class of 1984. John has worked for Northern Natural Gas for thirty-five years as a Senior Operations and Mechanical Technician. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Ellinwood, Kansas. 

John enjoyed golfing, working on vehicles, traveling, going to the casino, attending their business craft events; and most of all spending time with his family and friends. On September 5, 2015, John was united in marriage with Misty Dutton in Ellinwood. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his father, Mike Stewart and wife Carol of Lyons; stepson, Nicholas Morgenstern of Medicine Lodge, KS; three daughters, Kiana Stewart and Ariel Stewart both of Manhattan, KS; and step-daughter, Adrianna Morgenstern of Hays, KS; brother, Jeff Stewart of Huntington Beach, CA; sister, Tami Brady and husband Mark of Chase, KS; and one grandchild, Cora Pinkston. John is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; previous wife, Katie Stewart; maternal grandparents; Orville and Margarett Gregg; paternal grandparents, Jack and Cecila Stewart; and uncle John and aunt Shirley Fliess. 

Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 27, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, with Pastor Kim Shank officiating. Burial will follow at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, November 26, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with family present from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the Donor’s choice in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

John Michael Stewart, 55, of Lyons, Kansas, passed away November 19, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. He was born January 23, 1966, in Las Vegas, Nevada, the son of Mike Stewart and Barbara Gregg. John has resided in Lyons since 1970, formerly of Las Vegas. He graduated from Lyons High School, Lyons, with the class of 1984. John has worked for Northern Natural Gas for thirty-five years as a Senior Operations and Mechanical Technician. He was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Ellinwood, Kansas. John enjoyed golfing, working on vehicles, traveling, going to the casino, attending their business craft events; and most of all spending time with his family and friends. On September 5, 2015, John was united in marriage with Misty Dutton in Ellinwood. She survives of the home. He is also survived by his father, Mike Stewart and wife Carol of Lyons; stepson, Nicholas Morgenstern of Medicine Lodge, KS; three daughters, Kiana Stewart and Ariel Stewart both of Manhattan, KS; and step-daughter, Adrianna Morgenstern of Hays, KS; brother, Jeff Stewart of Huntington Beach, CA; sister, Tami Brady and husband Mark of Chase, KS; and one grandchild, Cora Pinkston. John is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara; previous wife, Katie Stewart; maternal grandparents; Orville and Margarett Gregg; paternal grandparents, Jack and Cecila Stewart; and uncle John and aunt Shirley Fliess. Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, November 27, 2021, at the First United Methodist Church, Lyons, with Pastor Kim Shank officiating. Burial will follow at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, November 26, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with family present from 4:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the Donor’s choice in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

John Stewart |1966-2021|

Carolyn P. Woodson, 77, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her home in Hutchinson. Carolyn was born February 22, 1944 in Hutchinson, the daughter of James F. and Lavenia F. (Neal) Woodson.&nbsp; Carolyn worked as a customer service representative for Westar Energy and was also a clerk for the Hutchinson Police Department. She married James Price Sr. and from this union, had two sons; James Price Jr. and Frank D. Price. They later divorced. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Jim Woodson Jr. and Wayne Woodson; and a sister, Roslyn Davis. Carolyn is survived by her two sons, James and Frank; two sisters, Julie “Tootsie” Woodson and Shirley Woodson; five grandchildren, Damyn Price, Tiala Price, Brittany Harrison, Taylor Clifford and Sean Darnell Price; many great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Per Carolyn’s wishes, cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Life will take place Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn P. Woodson, 77, passed away Thursday, November 18, 2021, at her home in Hutchinson. Carolyn was born February 22, 1944 in Hutchinson, the daughter of James F. and Lavenia F. (Neal) Woodson.&nbsp; Carolyn worked as a customer service representative for Westar Energy and was also a clerk for the Hutchinson Police Department. She married James Price Sr. and from this union, had two sons; James Price Jr. and Frank D. Price. They later divorced. She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Jim Woodson Jr. and Wayne Woodson; and a sister, Roslyn Davis. Carolyn is survived by her two sons, James and Frank; two sisters, Julie “Tootsie” Woodson and Shirley Woodson; five grandchildren, Damyn Price, Tiala Price, Brittany Harrison, Taylor Clifford and Sean Darnell Price; many great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Per Carolyn’s wishes, cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Life will take place Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave, Hutchinson.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carolyn P. Woodson  |1944-2021| 

Darran Bret Cook, 58, of Hutchinson, died November 14, 2021, at University of Colorado Hospital. He was born November 12, 1963, in Hutchinson, to Richard and Valeria (Sutton) Cook.

Darran graduated from Buhler High School and went on to attend Hutchinson Community College and Wichita State University. He worked in home construction, along with his father and brother, for their family business, Wholesale Siding Supply. Darran loved to travel with his family and attend Chiefs games with family and friends. He also enjoyed woodworking and loved his dogs, especially Peanut. Darran was a member of Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson.

On February 13, 1988, he married Susan Elizabeth Bird, at Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson.

Darran is survived by: wife, Susan Cook, Hutchinson; son, Harrison Cook, Wichita; daughter, Sydney Cook, Hutchinson; parents-in-law, Daniel and Beth Bird, Hutchinson; brother, Randy Cook (Julie), Andale; brother-in-law, Doug Bird (Andrea), Wichita; nephew and niece, Jake and Angela Cook; niece and nephew, Delaney and Gannon Bird; niece, Amanda Rourk; aunts and uncles, Margie and Scottie Young, Hutchinson, Donny and Sharon Bird, Lawrence, Dee and Amy Bird, Castle Rock, Colorado, Debbie and Bruce Downs, Cave Creek, Arizona, Jimmy Bird, Lawrence, Jean Crewson, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Steve and Mary Dechant, London, England; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Hayden Cook.

Eulogy will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Church of the Holy Cross followed by Mass of Christian Burial, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery, Inman. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

Darran Bret Cook, 58, of Hutchinson, died November 14, 2021, at University of Colorado Hospital. He was born November 12, 1963, in Hutchinson, to Richard and Valeria (Sutton) Cook.Darran graduated from Buhler High School and went on to attend Hutchinson Community College and Wichita State University. He worked in home construction, along with his father and brother, for their family business, Wholesale Siding Supply. Darran loved to travel with his family and attend Chiefs games with family and friends. He also enjoyed woodworking and loved his dogs, especially Peanut. Darran was a member of Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson.On February 13, 1988, he married Susan Elizabeth Bird, at Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson.Darran is survived by: wife, Susan Cook, Hutchinson; son, Harrison Cook, Wichita; daughter, Sydney Cook, Hutchinson; parents-in-law, Daniel and Beth Bird, Hutchinson; brother, Randy Cook (Julie), Andale; brother-in-law, Doug Bird (Andrea), Wichita; nephew and niece, Jake and Angela Cook; niece and nephew, Delaney and Gannon Bird; niece, Amanda Rourk; aunts and uncles, Margie and Scottie Young, Hutchinson, Donny and Sharon Bird, Lawrence, Dee and Amy Bird, Castle Rock, Colorado, Debbie and Bruce Downs, Cave Creek, Arizona, Jimmy Bird, Lawrence, Jean Crewson, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Steve and Mary Dechant, London, England; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Hayden Cook.Eulogy will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Church of the Holy Cross followed by Mass of Christian Burial, with Father Aaron Spexarth officiating. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery, Inman. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

Darran Bret Cook  |1963-2021| 

Sue’s life began on September 4, 1944, in Hutchison. She was the daughter of Alva and Audrey (Colvin) Hysom. Sue was a 1962 graduate of Salina Central High School. She was united in marriage to John Utterback on June 5, 1965, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church in Salina.

Sue worked for most of her life as an administrative assistant for counseling and foster care organizations associated with United Methodist Youthville. The welfare and education of children was extremely important to Sue. She was also a talented cake decorator who created beautiful cakes for countless people’s special occasions. Sue enjoyed quilting, walking 5K events and playing in the bell choir. She especially enjoyed her family; they were her everything. Her loving family includes her husband John Utterback of Salina; children Cindy Vargas of Salina, Sandy (Tom) Lampo of Thornton, CO, and Tim (Nicole) Utterback of Sayville, NY; Grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort , Grace Vargas, Keagan Lampo, Kailey ( Brandon) Moen, Racheal ( Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Steven) Hinwood, Sadie Utterback (Jonathon Chiansi), Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback and Jamison Dimas; Great-grandchildren Austin, Aylah, Kasyn, Aliyah, Maeve, Brooklyn, Creighton, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Aaron, Emberly, Mozya and one on the way; her mother Audrey Hysom of Salina, and siblings Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Sandy Hysom of Wichita, and Jerry Hysom of Salina. Sue passed away on November 15, 2021, at Village Manor in Abilene. She is preceded in death by her father and three infant children. Sue’s family will gather with friends on Saturday December 4, 2021, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, Salina for her memorial service at 10 a.m. She will be laid to rest in Gypsum Hill Cemetery at a later time.&nbsp;

Sue’s life began on September 4, 1944, in Hutchison. She was the daughter of Alva and Audrey (Colvin) Hysom. Sue was a 1962 graduate of Salina Central High School. She was united in marriage to John Utterback on June 5, 1965, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church in Salina. Sue worked for most of her life as an administrative assistant for counseling and foster care organizations associated with United Methodist Youthville. The welfare and education of children was extremely important to Sue. She was also a talented cake decorator who created beautiful cakes for countless people’s special occasions. Sue enjoyed quilting, walking 5K events and playing in the bell choir. She especially enjoyed her family; they were her everything. Her loving family includes her husband John Utterback of Salina; children Cindy Vargas of Salina, Sandy (Tom) Lampo of Thornton, CO, and Tim (Nicole) Utterback of Sayville, NY; Grandchildren Chantal (Adam) Rasnic, Chelsea (Dylan) Lefort , Grace Vargas, Keagan Lampo, Kailey ( Brandon) Moen, Racheal ( Andrew) Cooper, Cierra (Steven) Hinwood, Sadie Utterback (Jonathon Chiansi), Ella Utterback, Evelyn Utterback and Jamison Dimas; Great-grandchildren Austin, Aylah, Kasyn, Aliyah, Maeve, Brooklyn, Creighton, Bradleigh, Beckett, Rhyatt, Aaron, Emberly, Mozya and one on the way; her mother Audrey Hysom of Salina, and siblings Steve (Arlene) Hysom of El Dorado, Sandy Hysom of Wichita, and Jerry Hysom of Salina. Sue passed away on November 15, 2021, at Village Manor in Abilene. She is preceded in death by her father and three infant children. Sue’s family will gather with friends on Saturday December 4, 2021, at Grand Avenue United Methodist Church, Salina for her memorial service at 10 a.m. She will be laid to rest in Gypsum Hill Cemetery at a later time.&nbsp;

Sue Ellen Utterback |1944-2021| 

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus, 68, of Hesston, passed away November 18, 2021, at Newton Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born November 20, 1952 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the son of Raymond King Sr. and Loretta Jane (Lehman) Stoltzfus.

Raymond graduated from Octorara High School in Atglen, Pennsylvania with the class of 1970.&nbsp; He moved to Hesston, where he pursued his education at Hesston College.&nbsp; While there, he met Norma Espada and they were married on August 25, 1979 in Puerto Rico.

He worked at various construction jobs for several years.&nbsp; Raymond went into the trucking industry and became a owner/operator of his own trucking business. He enjoyed working around machinery and was a handy mechanic, doing many of his own repairs on his trucks.&nbsp; In his work, Raymond travelled through all 48 contiguous states, making pickups and deliveries.&nbsp; Due to health concerns, he retired from trucking in 2008.&nbsp;

Raymond enjoyed traveling, riding his motorcycle, and fixing up cars and pickup trucks in his garage for several years.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Stoltzfus of the home; seven siblings, Kenneth (Carol) of Talmage, PA, Lorraine of Madison, WI, Nolan of Cochranville, PA, Nelson of Bronx, PA, Willard of Gap, PA, Mark of rural Detroit, MI, and Nancy Fleming of Parkesburg, PA.

Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Loretta Jane Stoltzfus; sister, Julia Mumma; and brother, Ernest.

Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday, November 22, 2021 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with funeral services immediately following.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus, 68, of Hesston, passed away November 18, 2021, at Newton Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born November 20, 1952 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the son of Raymond King Sr. and Loretta Jane (Lehman) Stoltzfus.Raymond graduated from Octorara High School in Atglen, Pennsylvania with the class of 1970.&nbsp; He moved to Hesston, where he pursued his education at Hesston College.&nbsp; While there, he met Norma Espada and they were married on August 25, 1979 in Puerto Rico.He worked at various construction jobs for several years.&nbsp; Raymond went into the trucking industry and became a owner/operator of his own trucking business. He enjoyed working around machinery and was a handy mechanic, doing many of his own repairs on his trucks.&nbsp; In his work, Raymond travelled through all 48 contiguous states, making pickups and deliveries.&nbsp; Due to health concerns, he retired from trucking in 2008.&nbsp;Raymond enjoyed traveling, riding his motorcycle, and fixing up cars and pickup trucks in his garage for several years.He is survived by his wife, Norma Stoltzfus of the home; seven siblings, Kenneth (Carol) of Talmage, PA, Lorraine of Madison, WI, Nolan of Cochranville, PA, Nelson of Bronx, PA, Willard of Gap, PA, Mark of rural Detroit, MI, and Nancy Fleming of Parkesburg, PA.Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Loretta Jane Stoltzfus; sister, Julia Mumma; and brother, Ernest.Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday, November 22, 2021 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with funeral services immediately following.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus |1952-2021| 

Honor Marie Cotton,42 passed away November 14th,&nbsp;2021,&nbsp;at her&nbsp;mother's&nbsp;Pam and stepfather Harley Oursler home in Newton. Where she had been living in&nbsp;the care of&nbsp;her family&nbsp;while fighting&nbsp;cancer.&nbsp;

Honor was born&nbsp;October 22,&nbsp;1979,&nbsp;at home 5&nbsp;½ miles&nbsp;from Elmdale. She graduated from Beloit High School and went on to achieve many certificates, CNA, CMA,&nbsp;RA, AD/SSD, HHA and at the end of her working career in healthcare she then took care of&nbsp;the mentally disabled. She loved taking care of others and enjoyed fishing, traveling, and going to casinos.&nbsp;She fought hard and for a long time to the very end.&nbsp;

Honor&nbsp;is&nbsp;survived&nbsp;by her&nbsp;longtime partner&nbsp;Stacy&nbsp;Duncan Monroe and a beautiful&nbsp;daughter&nbsp;Amber Cotton&nbsp;of Newton. Her mother Pamela and stepfather Harley Oursler of Newton. Her father Ronald and stepmother Pam Cotton&nbsp;of Grove, Ok. Sister Anna Cook and&nbsp;longtime partner Ryan Allbright,&nbsp;nieces,&nbsp;and nephews Leonna, Darius, Max, Hailee, and Ozzy of Newton. Her&nbsp;brother Cyrus Oursler of Newton. And&nbsp;her&nbsp;mother's&nbsp;pet&nbsp;Harley cat, her friend that&nbsp;would lie&nbsp;with her often during this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Honor had requested no funeral services, but to have a celebration of life next summer in her mom's backyard to be announced at a later date.&nbsp;Special Thank You to Good Shepherd Hospice and all the friends and family for the prayers and thoughts.&nbsp;

Honor Marie Cotton,42 passed away November 14th,&nbsp;2021,&nbsp;at her&nbsp;mother's&nbsp;Pam and stepfather Harley Oursler home in Newton. Where she had been living in&nbsp;the care of&nbsp;her family&nbsp;while fighting&nbsp;cancer.&nbsp;Honor was born&nbsp;October 22,&nbsp;1979,&nbsp;at home 5&nbsp;½ miles&nbsp;from Elmdale. She graduated from Beloit High School and went on to achieve many certificates, CNA, CMA,&nbsp;RA, AD/SSD, HHA and at the end of her working career in healthcare she then took care of&nbsp;the mentally disabled. She loved taking care of others and enjoyed fishing, traveling, and going to casinos.&nbsp;She fought hard and for a long time to the very end.&nbsp;Honor&nbsp;is&nbsp;survived&nbsp;by her&nbsp;longtime partner&nbsp;Stacy&nbsp;Duncan Monroe and a beautiful&nbsp;daughter&nbsp;Amber Cotton&nbsp;of Newton. Her mother Pamela and stepfather Harley Oursler of Newton. Her father Ronald and stepmother Pam Cotton&nbsp;of Grove, Ok. Sister Anna Cook and&nbsp;longtime partner Ryan Allbright,&nbsp;nieces,&nbsp;and nephews Leonna, Darius, Max, Hailee, and Ozzy of Newton. Her&nbsp;brother Cyrus Oursler of Newton. And&nbsp;her&nbsp;mother's&nbsp;pet&nbsp;Harley cat, her friend that&nbsp;would lie&nbsp;with her often during this time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Honor had requested no funeral services, but to have a celebration of life next summer in her mom's backyard to be announced at a later date.&nbsp;Special Thank You to Good Shepherd Hospice and all the friends and family for the prayers and thoughts.&nbsp;

Honor Marie Cotton  |1979-2021| 

Orpha Wretling, 90, passed in peace on Nov. 18, 2021 at Leisure Homestead, Stafford. She was born on March 13, 1931 to Theodore F. and Hulda L. (Alpers) Witt in Great Bend. 

Orpha was preceded in death by both of her parents, an infant brother, Vernon Witt; sisters Veleta (Witt) Mueller and Cleora (Witt) Francis and brother Norman Witt. She is survived by her children and step-children---daughter Kathy (Jerry) Hinde of Windsor, Colorado; son Mike (Jessie) LeRoy of St. John; daughter Kristy (Mark) Moore of Eaton, Colorado; daughter Karen (Fred) Westhusin of Plainville; Chuck (Betty) Wretling of Littleton, Colorado; Dee Dannenberg of Overland Park, and Mark (Sandra) Wretling of Salina. She enjoyed 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and her beloved nieces and nephews.

Orpha graduated from St. John High School in 1949. After high school she pursued her nursing degree from St. Rose Nursing School in Great Bend. She graduated in 1952 as a Registered Nurse—a career she enjoyed and pursued over the next 40 years in various small hospitals and clinics in Kansas.

She married Kenneth R. LeRoy in June of 1952. During their 22 years of marriage they resided in Great Bend, El Paso, Texas, Fairbanks, Alaska and Seward, Kansas. Their early years of marriage took them to Texas and Alaska as part of Ken’s military duties. Together they had 4 children. They divorced in 1974.

In 1976 Orpha married Rev. Charles E. Wretling in Hutchinson, Kansas. They

blended a family of 7 children with 2 still at home. Together, they continued to work in his vocation of Methodist ministry for about 20 years living in 4 small towns in central and western Kansas until they retired in 1992. Prior to retirement they purchased their retirement home in March, 1976 in Wilson Lake Estates in Florissant, Colorado. Over several years they made this mountain cabin into their own beloved home entertaining many family gatherings.

In 2008 Orpha and Charles sold their mountain home and moved to Fort Collins, Colorado to enjoy life at the Worthington Independent Living facility. They were available for more family events and made new friends over the next 5 years.

Charles passed away in December of 2013. For another change, Orpha moved into the Good Samaritan Independent Living in Windsor the spring of 2015. She enjoyed meeting new friends and the many activities at Good Sam for 3 years. She renewed interest in her hobbies of sewing, knitting and reading books. In the summer of 2018 she moved in with her 2 Colorado daughters with help from extended family. For 15 months she split each week between their homes in

Windsor and Eaton. When it came time for assisted living, we found The Bridge @

Greeley. She moved in Labor Day weekend 2019. Her stay here was brief because

of a fall in December, 2019 which required hospitalization. Skilled nursing care

was needed next and she was blessed to move back to Kansas into Leisure

Homestead. Having family there and being back in the county she was raised in,

A Celebration of Orpha’s life will be held on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at Hudson Community

Orpha Wretling, 90, passed in peace on Nov. 18, 2021 at Leisure Homestead, Stafford. She was born on March 13, 1931 to Theodore F. and Hulda L. (Alpers) Witt in Great Bend. Orpha was preceded in death by both of her parents, an infant brother, Vernon Witt; sisters Veleta (Witt) Mueller and Cleora (Witt) Francis and brother Norman Witt. She is survived by her children and step-children---daughter Kathy (Jerry) Hinde of Windsor, Colorado; son Mike (Jessie) LeRoy of St. John; daughter Kristy (Mark) Moore of Eaton, Colorado; daughter Karen (Fred) Westhusin of Plainville; Chuck (Betty) Wretling of Littleton, Colorado; Dee Dannenberg of Overland Park, and Mark (Sandra) Wretling of Salina. She enjoyed 13 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and her beloved nieces and nephews.Orpha graduated from St. John High School in 1949. After high school she pursued her nursing degree from St. Rose Nursing School in Great Bend. She graduated in 1952 as a Registered Nurse—a career she enjoyed and pursued over the next 40 years in various small hospitals and clinics in Kansas.She married Kenneth R. LeRoy in June of 1952. During their 22 years of marriage they resided in Great Bend, El Paso, Texas, Fairbanks, Alaska and Seward, Kansas. Their early years of marriage took them to Texas and Alaska as part of Ken’s military duties. Together they had 4 children. They divorced in 1974.In 1976 Orpha married Rev. Charles E. Wretling in Hutchinson, Kansas. Theyblended a family of 7 children with 2 still at home. Together, they continued to work in his vocation of Methodist ministry for about 20 years living in 4 small towns in central and western Kansas until they retired in 1992. Prior to retirement they purchased their retirement home in March, 1976 in Wilson Lake Estates in Florissant, Colorado. Over several years they made this mountain cabin into their own beloved home entertaining many family gatherings.In 2008 Orpha and Charles sold their mountain home and moved to Fort Collins, Colorado to enjoy life at the Worthington Independent Living facility. They were available for more family events and made new friends over the next 5 years.Charles passed away in December of 2013. For another change, Orpha moved into the Good Samaritan Independent Living in Windsor the spring of 2015. She enjoyed meeting new friends and the many activities at Good Sam for 3 years. She renewed interest in her hobbies of sewing, knitting and reading books. In the summer of 2018 she moved in with her 2 Colorado daughters with help from extended family. For 15 months she split each week between their homes inWindsor and Eaton. When it came time for assisted living, we found The Bridge @Greeley. She moved in Labor Day weekend 2019. Her stay here was brief becauseof a fall in December, 2019 which required hospitalization. Skilled nursing carewas needed next and she was blessed to move back to Kansas into LeisureHomestead. Having family there and being back in the county she was raised in,was comforting.A Celebration of Orpha’s life will be held on Monday, Nov. 22, 2021 at Hudson CommunityChurch, Hudson, Kansas.

Orpha Alice (Witt) LeRoy-Wretling  |1931-2021| 

Verta I. Smith, 89, of Sterling, passed away November 17, 2021 at Sterling Village. She was born February 7, 1932, in Sterling, the daughter of Melvin and Marvel I. Small Anderson. Verta was a lifelong Sterling resident. She graduated from Sterling High School with the class of 1950. Verta worked as a clerk for JCPenny’s, secretary for Sterling High School from 1950-1951, waitress at Jack’s Drive In, Rodger’s Dry Goods, Glenn’s Dress Shop, secretary for Smith Bros. Fina Station, and retired from Ben Franklins. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Sterling, where she taught Sunday School for many years. Verta loved spending time with Eddie, her children and grandchildren. On November 22, 1963, Verta was united in marriage with Everett “Ed” Smith in Hutchinson, Kansas. He preceded her in death on September 5, 2020. She is also preceded in death by her parents; son, Lee Thompson; brother, Elvin Anderson; and sister, Betty Marsh; brother-in-law, Harold Marsh; and nephew, Mark Anderson. Verta is survived by her five children, Pam (Thompson) Stansel and husband Lynn of Hutchinson, KS, Doreen (Smith) Farmer and husband Allan of Sterling, Norris Smith and wife RoseMary of Sterling, Mitch Thompson of Sterling, and Don Thompson and wife Natalie of Alden, KS; sister-in-law, Tommy Anderson of Berwyn Heights, MD; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; and four nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling. Burial will be at a later date at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Verta I. Smith, 89, of Sterling, passed away November 17, 2021 at Sterling Village. She was born February 7, 1932, in Sterling, the daughter of Melvin and Marvel I. Small Anderson. Verta was a lifelong Sterling resident. She graduated from Sterling High School with the class of 1950. Verta worked as a clerk for JCPenny’s, secretary for Sterling High School from 1950-1951, waitress at Jack’s Drive In, Rodger’s Dry Goods, Glenn’s Dress Shop, secretary for Smith Bros. Fina Station, and retired from Ben Franklins. She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Sterling, where she taught Sunday School for many years. Verta loved spending time with Eddie, her children and grandchildren. On November 22, 1963, Verta was united in marriage with Everett “Ed” Smith in Hutchinson, Kansas. He preceded her in death on September 5, 2020. She is also preceded in death by her parents; son, Lee Thompson; brother, Elvin Anderson; and sister, Betty Marsh; brother-in-law, Harold Marsh; and nephew, Mark Anderson. Verta is survived by her five children, Pam (Thompson) Stansel and husband Lynn of Hutchinson, KS, Doreen (Smith) Farmer and husband Allan of Sterling, Norris Smith and wife RoseMary of Sterling, Mitch Thompson of Sterling, and Don Thompson and wife Natalie of Alden, KS; sister-in-law, Tommy Anderson of Berwyn Heights, MD; ten grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; numerous great-great-grandchildren; and four nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at 3:00 P.M., Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling. Burial will be at a later date at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00 until service time at the funeral home.&nbsp;

Verta I. Smith  |1932-2021| 

Donald Rex Clothier, 91, passed away on November 16, 2021 at Presbyterian Manor in Newton. Rex was born on March 26, 1930 on a farm North of Sylvia, to Perry and Connie (Book) Clothier. He attended grade school in Stafford, attended and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1948. He attended Hutchinson Community College before enlisting in the Air Force in 1951.

Rex attended basic training in Wichita Falls, Texas and was stationed at Lake Charles Air Force Base in Louisiana working on B-29 bombers that flew bombing missions from Korea to Okinawa. He was later stationed in Okinawa with the 307th Bomber Wing to work on aircraft that flew missions over Korea. He was also stationed in Goose Bay Labrador, Greenland and Saudi Arabia, returning to Lake Charles Air Force Base in 1955, where he was honorably discharged. In July 1955 he entered the Kansas Highway Patrol school on the University of Kansas Campus in Lawrence. Rex met Pat Lang while working as the Driver’s License Examiner for Sedgwick County and Pat was working for the Internal Revenue Service. They were united in marriage on January 12, 1957 at First United Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas. They were married for 38 years and raised four children. Rex served on the patrol in Marion, Salina, Lyons, and Dodge City where he was promoted to Sergeant overseeing ten troopers. He retired in 1980 from the Patrol but continued to work. Rex worked for Farmland Insurance Company, was a Rural Mail Carrier in Dodge City and drove a school bus for Marion Unified School District. He spent many happy hours riding a lawn mower with his son, Greg. His wife Pat preceded him in death in 1995. Also preceding him were his parents, his brother, James, and his sister, Jeannette. He is survived by his four children: Belinda Amend and her husband, Doug, Hesston, Kansas; Brad Clothier and his wife, Karen, Scottsdale, Arizona; Lori Wilhelm and her husband, Richard, Lubbock, Texas; Greg Clothier and his wife, Denise, Wichita. His ten grandchildren: Amanda Harrison, and her husband, Cory, Moundridge; Derrick Amend and his fiancé, Sydney, Wichita; Sara Amend and her fiancé, Preston, Wichita, Kansas; Ashley Stevenson and her husband, Tyler, Wichita; Tyler Kirby and her husband, Chris, Wichita; Abby Clothier, Wichita; Chelsea Boatright and her husband, Clay, Aurora, Colorado; Amber Wilhelm, San Antonio, Texas; Brian Wilhelm and his wife Jade, Lubbock, Texas; Cody Wilhelm, Lubbock, Texas. He also has eleven great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Services will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Marion Christian Church with Carl Helm officiating.

<h2>Donald "Rex" Clothier</h2>Donald Rex Clothier, 91, passed away on November 16, 2021 at Presbyterian Manor in Newton. Rex was born on March 26, 1930 on a farm North of Sylvia, to Perry and Connie (Book) Clothier. He attended grade school in Stafford, attended and graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1948. He attended Hutchinson Community College before enlisting in the Air Force in 1951.Rex attended basic training in Wichita Falls, Texas and was stationed at Lake Charles Air Force Base in Louisiana working on B-29 bombers that flew bombing missions from Korea to Okinawa. He was later stationed in Okinawa with the 307th Bomber Wing to work on aircraft that flew missions over Korea. He was also stationed in Goose Bay Labrador, Greenland and Saudi Arabia, returning to Lake Charles Air Force Base in 1955, where he was honorably discharged. In July 1955 he entered the Kansas Highway Patrol school on the University of Kansas Campus in Lawrence. Rex met Pat Lang while working as the Driver’s License Examiner for Sedgwick County and Pat was working for the Internal Revenue Service. They were united in marriage on January 12, 1957 at First United Methodist Church in Wichita, Kansas. They were married for 38 years and raised four children. Rex served on the patrol in Marion, Salina, Lyons, and Dodge City where he was promoted to Sergeant overseeing ten troopers. He retired in 1980 from the Patrol but continued to work. Rex worked for Farmland Insurance Company, was a Rural Mail Carrier in Dodge City and drove a school bus for Marion Unified School District. He spent many happy hours riding a lawn mower with his son, Greg. His wife Pat preceded him in death in 1995. Also preceding him were his parents, his brother, James, and his sister, Jeannette. He is survived by his four children: Belinda Amend and her husband, Doug, Hesston, Kansas; Brad Clothier and his wife, Karen, Scottsdale, Arizona; Lori Wilhelm and her husband, Richard, Lubbock, Texas; Greg Clothier and his wife, Denise, Wichita. His ten grandchildren: Amanda Harrison, and her husband, Cory, Moundridge; Derrick Amend and his fiancé, Sydney, Wichita; Sara Amend and her fiancé, Preston, Wichita, Kansas; Ashley Stevenson and her husband, Tyler, Wichita; Tyler Kirby and her husband, Chris, Wichita; Abby Clothier, Wichita; Chelsea Boatright and her husband, Clay, Aurora, Colorado; Amber Wilhelm, San Antonio, Texas; Brian Wilhelm and his wife Jade, Lubbock, Texas; Cody Wilhelm, Lubbock, Texas. He also has eleven great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and friends. Services will be held on Saturday, November 20, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Marion Christian Church with Carl Helm officiating.

Donald "Rex" Clothier  |1930-2021| 

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus, 68, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away November 18, 2021, at Newton Medical Center.  He was born November 20, 1952 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the son of Raymond King Sr. and Loretta Jane (Lehman) Stoltzfus.

Raymond graduated from Octorara High School in Atglen, Pennsylvania with the class of 1970.  He moved to Hesston, Kansas where he pursued his education at Hesston College.  While there, he met Norma Espada and they were married on August 25, 1979 in Puerto Rico.

He worked at various construction jobs for several years.  Raymond went into the trucking industry and became a owner/operator of his own trucking business. He enjoyed working around machinery and was a handy mechanic, doing many of his own repairs on his trucks.  In his work, Raymond travelled through all 48 contiguous states, making pickups and deliveries.  Due to health concerns, he retired from trucking in 2008. 

Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday, November 22, 2021 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with funeral services immediately following.  Memorial contributions may be made to Casa Betania Mennonite Church in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, Kansas 67062.

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus, 68, of Hesston, Kansas, passed away November 18, 2021, at Newton Medical Center. He was born November 20, 1952 in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the son of Raymond King Sr. and Loretta Jane (Lehman) Stoltzfus.Raymond graduated from Octorara High School in Atglen, Pennsylvania with the class of 1970. He moved to Hesston, Kansas where he pursued his education at Hesston College. While there, he met Norma Espada and they were married on August 25, 1979 in Puerto Rico.He worked at various construction jobs for several years. Raymond went into the trucking industry and became a owner/operator of his own trucking business. He enjoyed working around machinery and was a handy mechanic, doing many of his own repairs on his trucks. In his work, Raymond travelled through all 48 contiguous states, making pickups and deliveries. Due to health concerns, he retired from trucking in 2008. Raymond enjoyed traveling, riding his motorcycle, and fixing up cars and pickup trucks in his garage for several years.He is survived by his wife, Norma Stoltzfus of the home; seven siblings, Kenneth (Carol) of Talmage, PA, Lorraine of Madison, WI, Nolan of Cochranville, PA, Nelson of Bronx, PA, Willard of Gap, PA, Mark of rural Detroit, MI, and Nancy Fleming of Parkesburg, PA.Raymond was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Loretta Jane Stoltzfus; sister, Julia Mumma; and brother, Ernest.Family will greet friends from 2 to 4 p.m., Monday, November 22, 2021 at Miller-Ott Funeral Home, Hesston, with funeral services immediately following. Memorial contributions may be made to Casa Betania Mennonite Church in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, Kansas 67062.

Raymond Lee Stoltzfus |1952-2021|

Pratt - Arbey (A.J) John Keller, 93, passed away November 16, 2021. He was born March 16, 1928 in Sun City to Arbey J. and Susan (Farris) Keller. He graduated Sun City High School in 1946. He then went into the United States Army. He was discharged in 1956. Arbey married Marjorie (Peggy) Arlene Redwine on August 7, 1955. They were married for 61 years. She passed away June 6, 2016. He was a heavy equipment operator. He worked for Clark Oil Field Co. Clifford Keller Dirt Construction. He retired at 65 and ran the Road Grader for Elm Mills township until he was 79. He is survived by Son, John Robert Keller and wife Wynona Urban. Daughter, Susan Rachell Crotts; Brother, Clifford R. Keller, Pratt; Sister Carol Sue Blankship Pratt; granddaughter, Sarah Hamton, great grandchildren Jaden Crotts; Austin (AJ) Crotts; Asriel Hampton; Otto Hampton, Dawn Epp, Robert Urban and Joe Urban. Arbey is preceded in death by his wife, his Sisters, Zelma Rose Hall; and Elizabeth Ann McGee. Father, Arbey J. Keller; Mother, Susan KC Fairrs. Visitation will be Sunday, November 21, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 pm. Funeral service will be Monday, November 22, 2021 at 10:00 am at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club, Pratt. Kansas with Aaron Hirt presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt with Military Honors. Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, Ltd.. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Pratt - Arbey (A.J) John Keller, 93, passed away November 16, 2021. He was born March 16, 1928 in Sun City to Arbey J. and Susan (Farris) Keller. He graduated Sun City High School in 1946. He then went into the United States Army. He was discharged in 1956. Arbey married Marjorie (Peggy) Arlene Redwine on August 7, 1955. They were married for 61 years. She passed away June 6, 2016. He was a heavy equipment operator. He worked for Clark Oil Field Co. Clifford Keller Dirt Construction. He retired at 65 and ran the Road Grader for Elm Mills township until he was 79. He is survived by Son, John Robert Keller and wife Wynona Urban. Daughter, Susan Rachell Crotts; Brother, Clifford R. Keller, Pratt; Sister Carol Sue Blankship Pratt; granddaughter, Sarah Hamton, great grandchildren Jaden Crotts; Austin (AJ) Crotts; Asriel Hampton; Otto Hampton, Dawn Epp, Robert Urban and Joe Urban. Arbey is preceded in death by his wife, his Sisters, Zelma Rose Hall; and Elizabeth Ann McGee. Father, Arbey J. Keller; Mother, Susan KC Fairrs. Visitation will be Sunday, November 21, 2021 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 pm. Funeral service will be Monday, November 22, 2021 at 10:00 am at Larrison Mortuary 300 Country Club, Pratt. Kansas with Aaron Hirt presiding. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt with Military Honors. Memorials may be made to Pratt Area Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, Ltd.. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com/" target="_blank">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Arbey (AJ) John Keller |1928-2021|

Daniel “Dan” Ray Barber, 40, passed away November 14, 2021, at his home in Newton, Kansas.

He was born December 24, 1980, in Cushing, Oklahoma, the son of Carl Ray Barber and Belinda Crumrine-Anderson. Dan attended Newton High School, graduating with the class of 98-99. He later attended Hutchinson Community College, receiving his associate degree in business management.

He was employed at Ember Hope in Newton as a supervisor. Dan was passionate about his work and loved having the opportunity to help kids.

Dan was a huge sports fan and supported the Lakers, Sooners, Yankees, and the Patriots. He dominated Madden on XBOX and Playstation. Dan was a huge WWE Wrestling fan, passing his love and knowledge of all things wrestling to his daughter, Tatum.

While he enjoyed cheering on his favorite teams, he loved even more being part of a team. Dan played almost every sport known to man and was currently a short stop on the Backdoor Sliders softball team, helping them win several tournaments and league championships.

Dan loved horror and comic-based movies, bright and bold fashion (especially shoes), and looking for any occasion to play music loudly. He was also very active in the community and looked for any way he could help or show support locally.

Dan was a son, brother, friend, and mentor, but most importantly – a father. Dan built his life around his daughter, Tatum, and was her biggest supporter and cheerleader. Anyone who knew Dan also knew who Tatum was, as he would constantly sing her praises.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Dan is survived by his daughter, Tatum Barber; mother and step-father, Belinda and Joe Anderson; brothers, Anthony Barber and Jeremy Barber; nieces, Katie and Kassie Barber; grandmother, Sally Montgomery; his work and softball family; and many other family members and friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Ray Barber; aunt, Sue Miller; and uncle, Bill Barber.

A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Petersen Funeral Home in Newton, Kansas. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.. Following Dan’s wishes, a family graveside service will take place at a later date in Cushing, Oklahoma.

Memorial contributions may be made to Anthony Barber for Dan’s daughter, Tatum Barber.

Daniel “Dan” Ray Barber, 40, passed away November 14, 2021, at his home in Newton, Kansas.He was born December 24, 1980, in Cushing, Oklahoma, the son of Carl Ray Barber and Belinda Crumrine-Anderson. Dan attended Newton High School, graduating with the class of 98-99. He later attended Hutchinson Community College, receiving his associate degree in business management.He was employed at Ember Hope in Newton as a supervisor. Dan was passionate about his work and loved having the opportunity to help kids.Dan was a huge sports fan and supported the Lakers, Sooners, Yankees, and the Patriots. He dominated Madden on XBOX and Playstation. Dan was a huge WWE Wrestling fan, passing his love and knowledge of all things wrestling to his daughter, Tatum.While he enjoyed cheering on his favorite teams, he loved even more being part of a team. Dan played almost every sport known to man and was currently a short stop on the Backdoor Sliders softball team, helping them win several tournaments and league championships.Dan loved horror and comic-based movies, bright and bold fashion (especially shoes), and looking for any occasion to play music loudly. He was also very active in the community and looked for any way he could help or show support locally.Dan was a son, brother, friend, and mentor, but most importantly – a father. Dan built his life around his daughter, Tatum, and was her biggest supporter and cheerleader. Anyone who knew Dan also knew who Tatum was, as he would constantly sing her praises.He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.Dan is survived by his daughter, Tatum Barber; mother and step-father, Belinda and Joe Anderson; brothers, Anthony Barber and Jeremy Barber; nieces, Katie and Kassie Barber; grandmother, Sally Montgomery; his work and softball family; and many other family members and friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Carl Ray Barber; aunt, Sue Miller; and uncle, Bill Barber.A memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Petersen Funeral Home in Newton, Kansas. Visitation will be an hour prior to the service at 10:00 a.m.. Following Dan’s wishes, a family graveside service will take place at a later date in Cushing, Oklahoma.Memorial contributions may be made to Anthony Barber for Dan’s daughter, Tatum Barber.

Daniel “Dan” Ray Barber |1980-2021|

Robert W. Martens, 93, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, surrounded by family at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was a farmer and rancher. Robert was born on November 3, 1928, in Hillsboro, KS, the son of George K. and Susie (Loewen) Martens. He attended the Clark Elementary School in Inman. On February 17, 1952, Robert was united in marriage to Ruth Hiebert in Hillsboro, KS. She preceded him in death on July 9, 1974. On September 12, 1975, he married Betty Jane Giesel in Moundridge, KS. She passed away on April 3, 2018. He was a member of Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Inman, KS. Survivors include: a son, Duane (Gayla) Martens of Inman, KS; two daughters, Shirley Penner of Inman, KS and Connie (Kevin) Koehn of Mayfield, KY; nine grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and many extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, step-mother, Anna (Hiebert) Martens, son-in-law, Arden Penner, sister, Lola Litwiller, and brother, Kenneth Martens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Inman, KS. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, November 19, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite with Ministers Maynard Koehn and Dallas Nikkel officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to Inman Senior Center or Hospice of Reno County in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Robert W. Martens, 93, of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, surrounded by family at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was a farmer and rancher. Robert was born on November 3, 1928, in Hillsboro, KS, the son of George K. and Susie (Loewen) Martens. He attended the Clark Elementary School in Inman. On February 17, 1952, Robert was united in marriage to Ruth Hiebert in Hillsboro, KS. She preceded him in death on July 9, 1974. On September 12, 1975, he married Betty Jane Giesel in Moundridge, KS. She passed away on April 3, 2018. He was a member of Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Inman, KS. Survivors include: a son, Duane (Gayla) Martens of Inman, KS; two daughters, Shirley Penner of Inman, KS and Connie (Kevin) Koehn of Mayfield, KY; nine grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and many extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, wives, step-mother, Anna (Hiebert) Martens, son-in-law, Arden Penner, sister, Lola Litwiller, and brother, Kenneth Martens. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Thursday, November 18, 2021, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, rural Inman, KS. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, November 19, at Zion Church of God in Christ, Mennonite with Ministers Maynard Koehn and Dallas Nikkel officiating. Burial will follow at Zion Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be given to Inman Senior Center or Hospice of Reno County in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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