Ada Maxine Moore, 94, passed away peacefully in her home on November 4, 2021.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband Mearl Moore, son Thomas Moore, parents Henry and Ada (Caswell) Hudson, brother Bobby Hudson, sisters Agnes Hudson and Bessie Roberts.

She is survived by her brothers Albert (Charlene) Hudson and Carl (Doris) Hudson, her daughter-in-law Linda Moore, her daughter Brenda (Keith) LeValley, her daughter Karen (Kenneth) Pape, her son Gaylen (Betty) Moore, her daughter Anita Winter, seventeen grandchildren, many great and great-great grandchildren.

Service 3 p.m., Friday, November 12, at the Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W. 109th St. N., Sedgwick (Bentley), Kansas. Graveside following at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in her memory to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, 12002 W. 109th St. N., Sedgwick, Kansas 67135.

Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Ada Maxine Moore, 94, passed away peacefully in her home on November 4, 2021.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband Mearl Moore, son Thomas Moore, parents Henry and Ada (Caswell) Hudson, brother Bobby Hudson, sisters Agnes Hudson and Bessie Roberts.She is survived by her brothers Albert (Charlene) Hudson and Carl (Doris) Hudson, her daughter-in-law Linda Moore, her daughter Brenda (Keith) LeValley, her daughter Karen (Kenneth) Pape, her son Gaylen (Betty) Moore, her daughter Anita Winter, seventeen grandchildren, many great and great-great grandchildren.Service 3 p.m., Friday, November 12, at the Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W. 109th St. N., Sedgwick (Bentley), Kansas. Graveside following at the Pleasant Valley Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in her memory to the Pleasant Valley Cemetery, 12002 W. 109th St. N., Sedgwick, Kansas 67135.Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Ada Maxine Moore |2021|

Wichita, Kansas - Marylin A. (Ubel) Thayer, 92, passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. Born in Yates Center, KS on August 2, 1929 to John and Sarah Elsa (Neese) Ubel. Marylin was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Charles Lindeman and Everett Earl Thayer, Sr, sister Martha (Moody) Barnes, and grandson Scott Lindeman. She is survived by her children Larry (Mary) Lindeman, Sherilyn Lindeman, Everett E (Lisa) Thayer, Jr, Loretta (Jay) Yoss, and James (Trecia) Thayer, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.

Marylin had a long and fulfilling life as a loving mother and wife. She worked at Maize Hardware/TMC's Homecenter for many years along with being very active in the First Baptist Church of Maize, Maize schools, civic events and activities, Girl and Boy Scouting, Maize baseball program, crafts, as well as being an independent distributor for McNess products for many years.

Visitation will be at First Baptist Church at Maize from 9 to 9:45 a.m. on Friday morning November 12, 2021 followed by a short graveside service at Maize Cemetery at 10, and then a memorial service at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Maize. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Maize shoebox ministry which was of great importance to both Marylin and Everett.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com/">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>

Wichita, Kansas - Marylin A. (Ubel) Thayer, 92, passed away on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. Born in Yates Center, KS on August 2, 1929 to John and Sarah Elsa (Neese) Ubel. Marylin was preceded in death by her parents, husbands Charles Lindeman and Everett Earl Thayer, Sr, sister Martha (Moody) Barnes, and grandson Scott Lindeman. She is survived by her children Larry (Mary) Lindeman, Sherilyn Lindeman, Everett E (Lisa) Thayer, Jr, Loretta (Jay) Yoss, and James (Trecia) Thayer, 14 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild.Marylin had a long and fulfilling life as a loving mother and wife. She worked at Maize Hardware/TMC's Homecenter for many years along with being very active in the First Baptist Church of Maize, Maize schools, civic events and activities, Girl and Boy Scouting, Maize baseball program, crafts, as well as being an independent distributor for McNess products for many years.Visitation will be at First Baptist Church at Maize from 9 to 9:45 a.m. on Friday morning November 12, 2021 followed by a short graveside service at Maize Cemetery at 10, and then a memorial service at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Maize. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church of Maize shoebox ministry which was of great importance to both Marylin and Everett.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com/">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>

Marylin A. (Ubel) Thayer |1929-2021|

Guadalupe “Lupe” Mendoza, 83, died November 7, 2021, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. He was born October 12, 1938, in Sylvia, to Federico and Rafaela (Flores) Mendoza.

Lupe worked at the Reno County yard for many years. He loved music and dancing. Lupe enjoyed fishing and gigging for frogs and doing yard work. He was a member of St Teresa Catholic Church.

In 1958, Lupe married Angelita Navarro in Hutchinson. They later divorced. On July 23, 1976, he married Linda L. Gonzales, in Dodge City. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Lillian Mendoza (Bob), Laura Enriquez (Jose), Deborah Vieyra (Tom), Ann Gonzales-Jaqui, Daniel Rivera (JoAnn), Andrea Mendoza, Misty Mendoza, Jason Mendoza, all of Hutchinson; bonus daughter, Mariah Sibley; 22 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brothers, Ernest Mendoza (Toby) of South Hutchinson, Fred Mendoza Jr. (Charlotte) of Hutchinson; sister, Gloria Rodriguez of Dodge City; and numerous extended family members.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, John Mendoza; granddaughters, Victoria and Rochelle Vieyra; brothers, Victor, Margarito, Felix, Carlos, Esteban; and sister, Linda Sanchez Hernandez.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 12, 2021. There will be a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. The family will greet friends from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., all at Elliott Chapel. Private family burial will take place in Eastside Cemetery at a later date. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Lupe Mendoza Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Guadalupe “Lupe” Mendoza, 83, died November 7, 2021, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab. He was born October 12, 1938, in Sylvia, to Federico and Rafaela (Flores) Mendoza.Lupe worked at the Reno County yard for many years. He loved music and dancing. Lupe enjoyed fishing and gigging for frogs and doing yard work. He was a member of St Teresa Catholic Church.In 1958, Lupe married Angelita Navarro in Hutchinson. They later divorced. On July 23, 1976, he married Linda L. Gonzales, in Dodge City. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Lillian Mendoza (Bob), Laura Enriquez (Jose), Deborah Vieyra (Tom), Ann Gonzales-Jaqui, Daniel Rivera (JoAnn), Andrea Mendoza, Misty Mendoza, Jason Mendoza, all of Hutchinson; bonus daughter, Mariah Sibley; 22 grandchildren; 43 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; brothers, Ernest Mendoza (Toby) of South Hutchinson, Fred Mendoza Jr. (Charlotte) of Hutchinson; sister, Gloria Rodriguez of Dodge City; and numerous extended family members.He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, John Mendoza; granddaughters, Victoria and Rochelle Vieyra; brothers, Victor, Margarito, Felix, Carlos, Esteban; and sister, Linda Sanchez Hernandez.Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 12, 2021. There will be a Rosary at 10:30 a.m. The family will greet friends from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., all at Elliott Chapel. Private family burial will take place in Eastside Cemetery at a later date. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Lupe Mendoza Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Guadalupe “Lupe” Mendoza |1938-2021|

Wanda Mae Jones went home to Jesus on November 7, 2021. She was born Wanda Mae Fesler, on December 13, 1930, to William and Gertrude Fesler, in Hutchinson. Wanda was their only child. She married Bobbie Ray Jones, on December 17, 1948, in Lyons. They raised five children together.

&nbsp;Wanda was a hard worker all of her life. She ran the Little Abby Cafe in Abbyville, helped with farming, worked and cooked for countless rodeos and also worked at TECH and Pretty Prairie Nursing home. Her last place of employment was Mennonite Manor, where she worked until she retired in 2017.&nbsp;

Wanda loved watching her family in whatever activities they were involved in. She was very artistic, and loved to quilt and paint. Wanda was an avid scrapbooker for anything that concerned her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union, Abbyville Senior Citizens and Abbyville Quilting Club.

Wanda is survived by: daughters, Peggy Jones of Hutchinson, Janice (Steve) Kraft of Abbyville, Betty (Kevin) Davis of Abbyville and Patti (Scott) Fry of Abbyville; along with 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Bobbie; their daughter, Nancy; and grandson, Bronc Kraft.

Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Abbyville Community Church. Burial will follow in the Abbyville Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Abbyville Community Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Abbyville Community Church or Abbyville Senior Center, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wanda Mae Jones went home to Jesus on November 7, 2021. She was born Wanda Mae Fesler, on December 13, 1930, to William and Gertrude Fesler, in Hutchinson. Wanda was their only child. She married Bobbie Ray Jones, on December 17, 1948, in Lyons. They raised five children together.&nbsp;Wanda was a hard worker all of her life. She ran the Little Abby Cafe in Abbyville, helped with farming, worked and cooked for countless rodeos and also worked at TECH and Pretty Prairie Nursing home. Her last place of employment was Mennonite Manor, where she worked until she retired in 2017.&nbsp;Wanda loved watching her family in whatever activities they were involved in. She was very artistic, and loved to quilt and paint. Wanda was an avid scrapbooker for anything that concerned her family, especially her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Women's Christian Temperance Union, Abbyville Senior Citizens and Abbyville Quilting Club.Wanda is survived by: daughters, Peggy Jones of Hutchinson, Janice (Steve) Kraft of Abbyville, Betty (Kevin) Davis of Abbyville and Patti (Scott) Fry of Abbyville; along with 10 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her husband, Bobbie; their daughter, Nancy; and grandson, Bronc Kraft.Funeral Service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, at Abbyville Community Church. Burial will follow in the Abbyville Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary and from 6 to 8 p.m. at Abbyville Community Church.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Abbyville Community Church or Abbyville Senior Center, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wanda Mae Jones |1930-2021|

V. Ruth Petering, 94, died November 7, 2021, at Haven House. She was born November 10, 1926, in Hutchinson, to Arthur Harvey and Ruth Alice (Getz) Chambers.

Ruth enjoyed being a homemaker.&nbsp; She was also an accomplished seamstress, making many of her children and grandchildren’s clothes, including wedding and bridesmaid dresses.&nbsp; Ruth was a member of TOPS and KOPS, Hutchinson Women’s Bowling Association, and New Covenant Presbyterian Church, Hutchinson.

On January 30, 1943, she married James Lloyd Petering, in Stafford.&nbsp; He died May 1, 1996, after they shared 53 years of marriage.

Ruth is survived by:&nbsp; sons, Jim Petering (Janelle), and Mike Petering; daughter, Donelle Conner (Chuck); grandchildren, Brian Petering (Emily), Bernadette Hiebert (Chris), James Decker, Kristy Welchons (Scott), Renee Robinson (Kerry), Miranda Ackley (Bryan), Meagan Neufeld, Robb Conner (Bobbie), and Shawn Conner (Janie); 27 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; four brothers; four sisters; daughter and son-in-law, Geri and Joe Decker; and two grandsons, Michael Decker and Patrick Neufeld.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 12, 2021, at New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 700 E. 25th, Hutchinson, with Pastor Craig Waetke officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Haven House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

V. Ruth Petering, 94, died November 7, 2021, at Haven House. She was born November 10, 1926, in Hutchinson, to Arthur Harvey and Ruth Alice (Getz) Chambers.Ruth enjoyed being a homemaker.&nbsp; She was also an accomplished seamstress, making many of her children and grandchildren’s clothes, including wedding and bridesmaid dresses.&nbsp; Ruth was a member of TOPS and KOPS, Hutchinson Women’s Bowling Association, and New Covenant Presbyterian Church, Hutchinson.On January 30, 1943, she married James Lloyd Petering, in Stafford.&nbsp; He died May 1, 1996, after they shared 53 years of marriage.Ruth is survived by:&nbsp; sons, Jim Petering (Janelle), and Mike Petering; daughter, Donelle Conner (Chuck); grandchildren, Brian Petering (Emily), Bernadette Hiebert (Chris), James Decker, Kristy Welchons (Scott), Renee Robinson (Kerry), Miranda Ackley (Bryan), Meagan Neufeld, Robb Conner (Bobbie), and Shawn Conner (Janie); 27 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; four brothers; four sisters; daughter and son-in-law, Geri and Joe Decker; and two grandsons, Michael Decker and Patrick Neufeld.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, November 12, 2021, at New Covenant Presbyterian Church, 700 E. 25th, Hutchinson, with Pastor Craig Waetke officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, November 11, 2021, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Haven House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

V. Ruth Petering |1926-2021|

Carolyn Sue Figger, 80, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Leisure Homestead, Stafford.&nbsp; Born July 19, 1941 at Flippin, Ark. she was the daughter of Perry Manford and Delphi Pilgrim Long.&nbsp; On August 3, 1957 she&nbsp; married Jesse Lee Figger at Flippin, Ark.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 17, 2021.&nbsp; She is survived by sons: David (Kathy) Figger and Matt (Laurie) Figger.&nbsp; Brother: J.M. Long.

Grandchildren: Bobby (Heather) Figger, Bruce (Megan) Figger, Bryan (Amelia) Figger, Andy (Kayle) Figger, Aaron (Mercedes) Figger, Sarah (Ross) Harrison, Kelsie (Gabe) Toon, Matthew Figger, T.J. (Amanda) Hearn, Krystal (Chad) Ludlum, Katie (Ed) Greene.

Great-grandchildren: Kira, Abby, Kyler, Ashtyn, Annika, Asher, Gavin, Melia, Aaron Jr. “AJ”, Allie, Mazie, Austen, Allison, Samuel, Elliott, Noah, Alivia, Ariya, Elijah, Knox and Richard.

She was preceded in death by gt. grandson: Corbin.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 13 at Stafford Cemetery.

Carolyn Sue Figger, 80, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 at Leisure Homestead, Stafford.&nbsp; Born July 19, 1941 at Flippin, Ark. she was the daughter of Perry Manford and Delphi Pilgrim Long.&nbsp; On August 3, 1957 she&nbsp; married Jesse Lee Figger at Flippin, Ark.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 17, 2021.&nbsp; She is survived by sons: David (Kathy) Figger and Matt (Laurie) Figger.&nbsp; Brother: J.M. Long.Grandchildren: Bobby (Heather) Figger, Bruce (Megan) Figger, Bryan (Amelia) Figger, Andy (Kayle) Figger, Aaron (Mercedes) Figger, Sarah (Ross) Harrison, Kelsie (Gabe) Toon, Matthew Figger, T.J. (Amanda) Hearn, Krystal (Chad) Ludlum, Katie (Ed) Greene.Great-grandchildren: Kira, Abby, Kyler, Ashtyn, Annika, Asher, Gavin, Melia, Aaron Jr. “AJ”, Allie, Mazie, Austen, Allison, Samuel, Elliott, Noah, Alivia, Ariya, Elijah, Knox and Richard.She was preceded in death by gt. grandson: Corbin.Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 13 at Stafford Cemetery.

Carolyn Sue Figger  |1941-2021| 

David Bradley Nelson, son of Norris William and Helen Leighty Nelson, was born October 20th, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He passed away at his home in Topeka, Kansas on November 4th, 2021, at the age of 80 years and 15 days.

David was confirmed in the Evangelical Covenant Church in McPherson, Kansas in 1953. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior that year at Camp Washunga. David was later baptized at First Baptist Church of McPherson. For over 2 decades, he was a member of Northland Christian Church in Topeka, Kansas where he loved singing in the choir. Often on Palm Sunday, he would sing Handel’s Messiah with a special choir at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.

He was united in marriage to Patricia (Patty) Louise Noller on October 7th, 1960, in the Danforth Chapel on the Kansas State University campus located in Manhattan, Kansas. During college, David lettered in golf and won many tournaments playing for the K-State Golf Team. After college, they began their new life in Dodge City, Kansas where David was an accountant. To his marriage with Patty, five sons were eventually born: Bradley Allen, Montgomery Paul, Spencer Douglas, Justin Miles, and Chandler John. Later, they relocated to McPherson, Kansas to settle down and raise their boys. He was also the owner of Continental Aluminum Inc. from 1965 – 1978. David also became a Real Estate Broker, an Accountant with various manufacturing companies, a Credit Manager and finally a Senior Accountant with the City of Topeka, Kansas retiring in 2006. After retirement, he and his wife Patty enjoyed touring the southern states where it was warm playing golf and hitting the casinos.

David loved ALL outside sports, especially those where Patty and the sons could participate. He was an avid upland and big game hunter. In the fall, he could be found hunting pheasants, quail, ducks. Special times were “The Big Hunt” along the Kansas / Nebraska Stateline at Thanksgiving. The deer hunting at Monte’s, crappie fishing at Lake Perry in the spring, and wading the Smokey and Little Blue Rivers for catfish during the summer. He also cherished the many golf scrambles with his wife Patty and sons. Each event included the family as much as possible. Other special times included teaching his grandsons, Jordan and Levi, how to hunt and fish. David was an entrepreneur and businessman teaching his family the importance of finances throughout his life.

He is survived by: his wife, Patricia of Topeka, Kansas; his four sons, Montgomery Paul of Marquette, Kansas, Spencer Douglas of Kansas City, Missouri, Justin Miles of Muskogee, Oklahoma, Chandler John of Marquette, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his first-born son, Bradley Allen Nelson in 2016. He is also survived by grandchildren, Jordan, Levi, Hannah, Moriah, Josiah &amp; Asher from Spencer and wife, Laurie, and grandchildren, Riley, Miles, and Hope from Justin and wife, Joy. He is also survived by one brother, John Mark Nelson and wife, Susan, of Bronx, New York and one sister, Margaret Louise Krehbiel and husband, Mike, of McPherson, Kansas. David is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives, along with many friends.

Famous sayings &amp; notes from David: “Back nine on Sunday” for golfing, “Don’t shoot the ducks” while hunting, “Rats” missed opportunity, “Dirty Dog” while fishing, “Zig-Zag” and “It’s a Runner – RUN” while pheasant hunting, “About 10-12 years ago” in conversation, “Let’s see what’s over the hill” while exploring, “Don’t see any fins” while fishing, “Can’t eat the horns” while deer hunting; “Money Putt” while golfing, “High Brush” while hunting” and “Crappie King” while fishing. “Calcutta”, “Hello 7!”, “They’re in the milo”, “Make sure” and the big three: Hunt, Fish &amp; Golf. Remember “Official Beverages? Do you want to buy a pallet of pop?”.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66617.

Memorial donations may be given to The Topeka Rescue Mission or to the Northland Christian Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

David Bradley Nelson, son of Norris William and Helen Leighty Nelson, was born October 20th, 1941, in Lincoln, Nebraska. He passed away at his home in Topeka, Kansas on November 4th, 2021, at the age of 80 years and 15 days.David was confirmed in the Evangelical Covenant Church in McPherson, Kansas in 1953. He accepted Christ as his personal Savior that year at Camp Washunga. David was later baptized at First Baptist Church of McPherson. For over 2 decades, he was a member of Northland Christian Church in Topeka, Kansas where he loved singing in the choir. Often on Palm Sunday, he would sing Handel’s Messiah with a special choir at Bethany College in Lindsborg, Kansas.He was united in marriage to Patricia (Patty) Louise Noller on October 7th, 1960, in the Danforth Chapel on the Kansas State University campus located in Manhattan, Kansas. During college, David lettered in golf and won many tournaments playing for the K-State Golf Team. After college, they began their new life in Dodge City, Kansas where David was an accountant. To his marriage with Patty, five sons were eventually born: Bradley Allen, Montgomery Paul, Spencer Douglas, Justin Miles, and Chandler John. Later, they relocated to McPherson, Kansas to settle down and raise their boys. He was also the owner of Continental Aluminum Inc. from 1965 – 1978. David also became a Real Estate Broker, an Accountant with various manufacturing companies, a Credit Manager and finally a Senior Accountant with the City of Topeka, Kansas retiring in 2006. After retirement, he and his wife Patty enjoyed touring the southern states where it was warm playing golf and hitting the casinos.David loved ALL outside sports, especially those where Patty and the sons could participate. He was an avid upland and big game hunter. In the fall, he could be found hunting pheasants, quail, ducks. Special times were “The Big Hunt” along the Kansas / Nebraska Stateline at Thanksgiving. The deer hunting at Monte’s, crappie fishing at Lake Perry in the spring, and wading the Smokey and Little Blue Rivers for catfish during the summer. He also cherished the many golf scrambles with his wife Patty and sons. Each event included the family as much as possible. Other special times included teaching his grandsons, Jordan and Levi, how to hunt and fish. David was an entrepreneur and businessman teaching his family the importance of finances throughout his life.He is survived by: his wife, Patricia of Topeka, Kansas; his four sons, Montgomery Paul of Marquette, Kansas, Spencer Douglas of Kansas City, Missouri, Justin Miles of Muskogee, Oklahoma, Chandler John of Marquette, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his first-born son, Bradley Allen Nelson in 2016. He is also survived by grandchildren, Jordan, Levi, Hannah, Moriah, Josiah &amp; Asher from Spencer and wife, Laurie, and grandchildren, Riley, Miles, and Hope from Justin and wife, Joy. He is also survived by one brother, John Mark Nelson and wife, Susan, of Bronx, New York and one sister, Margaret Louise Krehbiel and husband, Mike, of McPherson, Kansas. David is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and other relatives, along with many friends.Famous sayings &amp; notes from David: “Back nine on Sunday” for golfing, “Don’t shoot the ducks” while hunting, “Rats” missed opportunity, “Dirty Dog” while fishing, “Zig-Zag” and “It’s a Runner – RUN” while pheasant hunting, “About 10-12 years ago” in conversation, “Let’s see what’s over the hill” while exploring, “Don’t see any fins” while fishing, “Can’t eat the horns” while deer hunting; “Money Putt” while golfing, “High Brush” while hunting” and “Crappie King” while fishing. “Calcutta”, “Hello 7!”, “They’re in the milo”, “Make sure” and the big three: Hunt, Fish &amp; Golf. Remember “Official Beverages? Do you want to buy a pallet of pop?”.A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, November 13, 2021, at the Northland Christian Church, 3102 NW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66617.Memorial donations may be given to The Topeka Rescue Mission or to the Northland Christian Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

David Bradley Nelson |1941-2021|

Earl Dale Underwood, 62, entered eternal rest on November 4, 2021.  He was born March 29, 1959, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Jerry and Nadine Morgan Underwood.

He graduated from Buhler High School and received an AA from Hutchinson Community College.  A lifetime Hutchinson resident, he was a welder/pipe yard crew member for many years.  He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping.  He was a member of the Kansas Bowhunters Association and a lifetime member of the Salthawk Archery Club.   He enjoyed participating in archery competitions and many hunting trips to Colorado, Arizona, and Oklahoma with his close friends. 

He is survived by two sisters, Kathy Underwood of Hutchinson, and Lynne Underwood of McPherson; his nephew Dustin (Cheryl) Underwood of McPherson, and niece Alexandra Underwood of Oahu, Hawaii.  

He was preceded in death by his parents and numerous aunts and uncles. He will be greatly missed by  his “brothers from another mother” Cliff Bailey, Craig Bailey and Stan McAllister; the best friends a person could ever have.

Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life is to be determined soon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to DaVita Dialysis Center of Hutchinson or Salthawk Archery Club and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel.	

Earl Dale Underwood, 62, entered eternal rest on November 4, 2021. He was born March 29, 1959, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Jerry and Nadine Morgan Underwood.He graduated from Buhler High School and received an AA from Hutchinson Community College. A lifetime Hutchinson resident, he was a welder/pipe yard crew member for many years. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping. He was a member of the Kansas Bowhunters Association and a lifetime member of the Salthawk Archery Club. He enjoyed participating in archery competitions and many hunting trips to Colorado, Arizona, and Oklahoma with his close friends. He is survived by two sisters, Kathy Underwood of Hutchinson, and Lynne Underwood of McPherson; his nephew Dustin (Cheryl) Underwood of McPherson, and niece Alexandra Underwood of Oahu, Hawaii. He was preceded in death by his parents and numerous aunts and uncles. He will be greatly missed by his “brothers from another mother” Cliff Bailey, Craig Bailey and Stan McAllister; the best friends a person could ever have.Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life is to be determined soon. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to DaVita Dialysis Center of Hutchinson or Salthawk Archery Club and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel.

Earl Dale Underwood |1959-2021|

Darrell Leon Johnson, 67, died Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born January 12, 1954, in Childress, TX, to Leon and Mellissa Mae (Stroud) Johnson.

As owner and operator of Spears Gun Shop, he was a self-employed gunsmith, and tool and die maker.&nbsp; Darrell was also a builder of release triggers for professional and amateur trap, skeet, and sporting clay shooters throughout the United States and several other countries.

Darrell served in the New Mexico and Kansas Army National Guard units. He was a member of the Devil’s Ditch Renegade Muzzle Loading Club and Single Action Shooting Society.&nbsp; His interests and hobbies included:&nbsp; DDR rendezvous, car renovation and enthusiast, gun restoration and repair, target shooting, being an aviation enthusiast and glider pilot, history, and Bible study.

On May 11, 1985, Darrell married his wife of 36 years, Carolyn Rita Mooney, in Hutchinson. She survives.

Also surviving are: son, Luke of Abbyville; siblings, Robert Hill of Houston, TX, and Trudy Brannon and husband Cotton of Ponca City, OK; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; infant daughter, Baby Angel; and sister, Linda Jackson.

A private service for Darrell will be held at Abbyville Community Church.&nbsp; Burial with military honors&nbsp; conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp; The service will be recorded, then inserted into his obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website beginning Tuesday, November 9, 2021.

Friends may sign his book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Abbyville Community Church, Rejoice Fellowship Church of Abbyville, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Darrell Leon Johnson, 67, died Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born January 12, 1954, in Childress, TX, to Leon and Mellissa Mae (Stroud) Johnson.As owner and operator of Spears Gun Shop, he was a self-employed gunsmith, and tool and die maker.&nbsp; Darrell was also a builder of release triggers for professional and amateur trap, skeet, and sporting clay shooters throughout the United States and several other countries.Darrell served in the New Mexico and Kansas Army National Guard units. He was a member of the Devil’s Ditch Renegade Muzzle Loading Club and Single Action Shooting Society.&nbsp; His interests and hobbies included:&nbsp; DDR rendezvous, car renovation and enthusiast, gun restoration and repair, target shooting, being an aviation enthusiast and glider pilot, history, and Bible study.On May 11, 1985, Darrell married his wife of 36 years, Carolyn Rita Mooney, in Hutchinson. She survives.Also surviving are: son, Luke of Abbyville; siblings, Robert Hill of Houston, TX, and Trudy Brannon and husband Cotton of Ponca City, OK; and several nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: his parents; infant daughter, Baby Angel; and sister, Linda Jackson.A private service for Darrell will be held at Abbyville Community Church.&nbsp; Burial with military honors&nbsp; conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.&nbsp; The service will be recorded, then inserted into his obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website beginning Tuesday, November 9, 2021.Friends may sign his book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Abbyville Community Church, Rejoice Fellowship Church of Abbyville, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Darrell Leon Johnson |1954-2021|

Glenna Rae Premer (White) passed away on the morning of November 6, 2021. She was being treated for leukemia at the University of Kansas Medical Center and passed away suddenly. She was 68 years old. Glenna was born on September 2, 1953 in Sayre, Oklahoma, the daughter of Clarence W. and Ruth Susie (Cooper) White. Her family moved to Guthrie and then to Perry, Oklahoma where she graduated from Perry High School. Glenna married LeWayne Arden Premer on April 30, 1976. LeWayne brought two children, Roni and Randy, to the marriage. Later, Glenna and LeWayne added two more children, Ann and Ryan, to their family. The family settled in McPherson, where her husband and his brothers would own and operate Sirloin Stockades and later Montana Mikes across Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arizona. They also had the Best Western Holiday Manor in McPherson, which LeWayne’s parents Lester and Grace had owned and operated. Glenna raised their children and supported her husband and their business. She was a vivacious, doting mom who deeply loved her children and provided heaps of encouragement. After her husband passed away and her children had graduated from college, Glenna moved to Lawrence where she has lived the past 17 years. Glenna fell in love with Lawrence after spending so much time there while her daughter was at the University of Kansas. She loved being a part of the community and had dear friends in her neighborhood. She was known to all in the Westwood Hills neighborhood where she was seen daily with a smile walking her beloved dogs, “the girls” Isabel and Lilli. In 2017, her daughter, Ann, and her family returned to Lawrence and moved to the same neighborhood as Glenna. Glenna “Nonna” became a fixture for her granddaughters, Mia and Libby, and was there for countless basketball games, soccer games, ballet recitals, piano recitals, birthdays, holidays, movies, dinners, swimming at the neighborhood pool, baking lots of cookies and just hugs. In McPherson, Glenna worked as a reporter at the McPherson Sentinel. Later, she worked as a court-certified mediator. She was the first coordinator of the small claims mediation project in the McPherson District Court from 2002 to 2004. She received mediation certificates from Bethel College and was certified by the Kansas Supreme Court. She started the Mediation Resource Center, Inc., a non-profit in Douglas County in 2007. In 2008, the Heartland Mediators Association presented her with the Margaret “Peg” Nichols Volunteer of the Year Award for distinguished service and commitment in the practice of conflict resolution. Glenna is survived by her daughter, Ann Premer and husband Rich Federico and their daughters Emilia “Mia” Premer Federico and Elizabeth “Libby” Premer Federico all of Lawrence. She is also survived by her children and family through LeWayne, daughter, Roni Hernandez of Albuquerque (husband, Michael), son, Randy Premer of McPherson, grandson Aaron Premer (wife, Makenzie Premer), granddaughters, Jessica Larson (husband, Eric Larson), Melissa Gibbons (husband, Michael Gibbons), Michaela Hernandez, and great-granddaughters, Reghan and Gentry Premer, and Maya and Ella Larson, other family and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, son, Ryan, parents, Clarence and Ruth White, and her three brothers, Clarence Richard, Gene, and Gary White. Glenna is deeply missed by her family and friends who will hold on tightly to the love and grace she gave them. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 12, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, McPherson, with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating. Burial will be in the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenna Rae Premer (White) passed away on the morning of November 6, 2021. She was being treated for leukemia at the University of Kansas Medical Center and passed away suddenly. She was 68 years old. Glenna was born on September 2, 1953 in Sayre, Oklahoma, the daughter of Clarence W. and Ruth Susie (Cooper) White. Her family moved to Guthrie and then to Perry, Oklahoma where she graduated from Perry High School. Glenna married LeWayne Arden Premer on April 30, 1976. LeWayne brought two children, Roni and Randy, to the marriage. Later, Glenna and LeWayne added two more children, Ann and Ryan, to their family. The family settled in McPherson, where her husband and his brothers would own and operate Sirloin Stockades and later Montana Mikes across Kansas, Oklahoma, and Arizona. They also had the Best Western Holiday Manor in McPherson, which LeWayne’s parents Lester and Grace had owned and operated. Glenna raised their children and supported her husband and their business. She was a vivacious, doting mom who deeply loved her children and provided heaps of encouragement. After her husband passed away and her children had graduated from college, Glenna moved to Lawrence where she has lived the past 17 years. Glenna fell in love with Lawrence after spending so much time there while her daughter was at the University of Kansas. She loved being a part of the community and had dear friends in her neighborhood. She was known to all in the Westwood Hills neighborhood where she was seen daily with a smile walking her beloved dogs, “the girls” Isabel and Lilli. In 2017, her daughter, Ann, and her family returned to Lawrence and moved to the same neighborhood as Glenna. Glenna “Nonna” became a fixture for her granddaughters, Mia and Libby, and was there for countless basketball games, soccer games, ballet recitals, piano recitals, birthdays, holidays, movies, dinners, swimming at the neighborhood pool, baking lots of cookies and just hugs. In McPherson, Glenna worked as a reporter at the McPherson Sentinel. Later, she worked as a court-certified mediator. She was the first coordinator of the small claims mediation project in the McPherson District Court from 2002 to 2004. She received mediation certificates from Bethel College and was certified by the Kansas Supreme Court. She started the Mediation Resource Center, Inc., a non-profit in Douglas County in 2007. In 2008, the Heartland Mediators Association presented her with the Margaret “Peg” Nichols Volunteer of the Year Award for distinguished service and commitment in the practice of conflict resolution. Glenna is survived by her daughter, Ann Premer and husband Rich Federico and their daughters Emilia “Mia” Premer Federico and Elizabeth “Libby” Premer Federico all of Lawrence. She is also survived by her children and family through LeWayne, daughter, Roni Hernandez of Albuquerque (husband, Michael), son, Randy Premer of McPherson, grandson Aaron Premer (wife, Makenzie Premer), granddaughters, Jessica Larson (husband, Eric Larson), Melissa Gibbons (husband, Michael Gibbons), Michaela Hernandez, and great-granddaughters, Reghan and Gentry Premer, and Maya and Ella Larson, other family and a host of friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, son, Ryan, parents, Clarence and Ruth White, and her three brothers, Clarence Richard, Gene, and Gary White. Glenna is deeply missed by her family and friends who will hold on tightly to the love and grace she gave them. Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2021 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m., Friday, November 12, 2021 at the First United Methodist Church, McPherson, with Rev. Emily Spearman Cannon officiating. Burial will be in the McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenna Rae Premer  |1953-2021| 

Tammy L. LaGrange, 50, passed away November 5, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born February 11, 1971, in Russellville, AR., the daughter of Robert LaGrange and Judy Kappler.&nbsp; Tammy is survived by her father, Robert (Dana) LaGrange;; mother Judy (Laverne) Kappler; and three children. There will be no services held at this time.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Tammy L. LaGrange, 50, passed away November 5, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;She was born February 11, 1971, in Russellville, AR., the daughter of Robert LaGrange and Judy Kappler.&nbsp; Tammy is survived by her father, Robert (Dana) LaGrange;; mother Judy (Laverne) Kappler; and three children. There will be no services held at this time.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Tammy L. LaGrange  |1971-2021| 

Dwight A. Funk 72, died November 5, 2021 at NMC Health.&nbsp; He was born November 2, 1949 in Goessel, Kansas to Arlie and Aldine (Pankratz) Funk. On January 17, 1986 he married Sharon Morrison at Newton, Kansas and she survives of the home.

Dwight attended Orchard Park Community Church in Park City.&nbsp; He had a deep faith and love of his Lord and Savior and was a servant to others.&nbsp; He had patience beyond words and was a positive role model as a husband, father, and grandfather.

He enjoyed Southern gospel music and playing games with his family.&nbsp; Trips were enjoyable times with his family. He could often be found caring for and keeping up the lawn and family home.&nbsp; One of Dwight’s greatest joys was being the “daycare” for his granddaughter Abigail.&nbsp; Family was central to Dwight’s life and happiness, he was a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather.

Fall was his favorite time of the year and he enjoyed the changing of the colors with the season.

He is survived by his wife Sharon of the home; son Jason (Christen) Funk and their daughter Abigail of Park City.

Private family graveside service will be in the Kechi Township Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Dwight A. Funk 72, died November 5, 2021 at NMC Health.&nbsp; He was born November 2, 1949 in Goessel, Kansas to Arlie and Aldine (Pankratz) Funk. On January 17, 1986 he married Sharon Morrison at Newton, Kansas and she survives of the home.Dwight attended Orchard Park Community Church in Park City.&nbsp; He had a deep faith and love of his Lord and Savior and was a servant to others.&nbsp; He had patience beyond words and was a positive role model as a husband, father, and grandfather.He enjoyed Southern gospel music and playing games with his family.&nbsp; Trips were enjoyable times with his family. He could often be found caring for and keeping up the lawn and family home.&nbsp; One of Dwight’s greatest joys was being the “daycare” for his granddaughter Abigail.&nbsp; Family was central to Dwight’s life and happiness, he was a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather.Fall was his favorite time of the year and he enjoyed the changing of the colors with the season.He is survived by his wife Sharon of the home; son Jason (Christen) Funk and their daughter Abigail of Park City.Private family graveside service will be in the Kechi Township Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the funeral home.

Dwight A. Funk  |1949-2021| 

Donald Ray, better known as Don, was born on December 21, 1942 in Sidonia, Tennessee to Dent and Blondell (Rickman) Hazlewood.&nbsp; He has four older siblings who preceded him named Cleo Foley, Loudon Foley, Delano “Biggie” Hazlewood, Bobbie Dortch, and one surviving sister Sue Everett&nbsp; from Dresden, TN.

At the age of 12, he and his family moved to Chicago, Illinois.&nbsp; There he graduated from Lane Tech High School where he gained skills to later become a tool and die maker/manufacturing engineer.

Don had a love for music.&nbsp;&nbsp; He enjoyed playing his guitars with his circle of friends and would always say they had a great “jam session”! Don was a very friendly man who spoke so easily to strangers, making friends and ever finding things they had in common.

Don was always happy to hear from his family and eager to hear any of the latest news they had to share with him.&nbsp; He expressed great pride in the accomplishments of his children, grandchildren, great granchildren and extended family.

Don will be missed and the memory of him will remain in our hearts.&nbsp; Those left behind are his sister, Sue Everett; sister-in-law, Sandra Hazlewood; daughter, Sherry and her husband Randy Burklin; son, Jeff Hazlewood and his wife Angie; daughter, Wendy and her husband Bob Tutins; daughter, Leah and her husband Bryan Underhill; nine grandchildren (one of which proceeds him to heaven), four great grandchildren, extended family and a host of friends.

Don was very encouraging with the words he spoke and many times he would say, “Keep on keepin on”!

The family is planning a special memorial service which will be held at a later date.

Donald Ray, better known as Don, was born on December 21, 1942 in Sidonia, Tennessee to Dent and Blondell (Rickman) Hazlewood.&nbsp; He has four older siblings who preceded him named Cleo Foley, Loudon Foley, Delano “Biggie” Hazlewood, Bobbie Dortch, and one surviving sister Sue Everett&nbsp; from Dresden, TN.At the age of 12, he and his family moved to Chicago, Illinois.&nbsp; There he graduated from Lane Tech High School where he gained skills to later become a tool and die maker/manufacturing engineer.Don had a love for music.&nbsp;&nbsp; He enjoyed playing his guitars with his circle of friends and would always say they had a great “jam session”! Don was a very friendly man who spoke so easily to strangers, making friends and ever finding things they had in common.Don was always happy to hear from his family and eager to hear any of the latest news they had to share with him.&nbsp; He expressed great pride in the accomplishments of his children, grandchildren, great granchildren and extended family.Don will be missed and the memory of him will remain in our hearts.&nbsp; Those left behind are his sister, Sue Everett; sister-in-law, Sandra Hazlewood; daughter, Sherry and her husband Randy Burklin; son, Jeff Hazlewood and his wife Angie; daughter, Wendy and her husband Bob Tutins; daughter, Leah and her husband Bryan Underhill; nine grandchildren (one of which proceeds him to heaven), four great grandchildren, extended family and a host of friends.Don was very encouraging with the words he spoke and many times he would say, “Keep on keepin on”!The family is planning a special memorial service which will be held at a later date.

Donald Ray Hazlewood  |1942-2021| 

Robert Heston&nbsp; &nbsp;June 13, 1943 - October 29, 2021&nbsp; &nbsp;Valley Center , Robert Marshall "Bob" Heston, a pretty good guy, passed on to Heaven Friday, October 29, 2021 at the age of 78.&nbsp;

Bob was a Kansas man from his Wichita birth to his passing in Valley Center where he graduated in 1961. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a weatherman and Air Traffic Controller. He married his life-long love and wife of 56 years, Rita (Fletcher) Heston. The two raised their three children in Long Beach, California where they performed with the theatre troupe The Ha' Penny Players. Kansas called him back in 1983 and he worked hard as a salesman and in service to his Church family. He was a natural-born story teller and loved a good joke and bad pun. He is preceded in death by his son Kip (Marshall David) Heston, his brother Richard Heston and parents Harold and Dorothy (Major) Heston. He is survived by his wife Rita; daughters Kyttra Burge (David) and Julie Heston Fleming; grandchildren Ari Mangual, Darby Burge, Fletcher Burge, Ava Fleming, Leo Burge, Ashlyn Fleming, Xander Fleming; sister Virginia Bickel (Gary). At his request, there will be no service.

Robert Heston&nbsp; &nbsp;June 13, 1943 - October 29, 2021&nbsp; &nbsp;Valley Center , Robert Marshall "Bob" Heston, a pretty good guy, passed on to Heaven Friday, October 29, 2021 at the age of 78.&nbsp;Bob was a Kansas man from his Wichita birth to his passing in Valley Center where he graduated in 1961. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a weatherman and Air Traffic Controller. He married his life-long love and wife of 56 years, Rita (Fletcher) Heston. The two raised their three children in Long Beach, California where they performed with the theatre troupe The Ha' Penny Players. Kansas called him back in 1983 and he worked hard as a salesman and in service to his Church family. He was a natural-born story teller and loved a good joke and bad pun. He is preceded in death by his son Kip (Marshall David) Heston, his brother Richard Heston and parents Harold and Dorothy (Major) Heston. He is survived by his wife Rita; daughters Kyttra Burge (David) and Julie Heston Fleming; grandchildren Ari Mangual, Darby Burge, Fletcher Burge, Ava Fleming, Leo Burge, Ashlyn Fleming, Xander Fleming; sister Virginia Bickel (Gary). At his request, there will be no service.

Robert "Bob" Heston  |1943-2021| 

Clayton Eugene Hyder, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021 in Wichita, Kansas at the age of 82. He was born in Springfield, Missouri to Rachel Marie (Davison) Hyder and Albert Frank Hyder. Clayton was born and raised in Elkland, Missouri, graduating from Elkland High School in 1958. While showing sheep at the Empire State Fair in Springfield, Missouri, he met his wife, Lora Lee Duncan. He lived in Mountain View, Missouri, Elkland, Missouri, La Cygne, Kansas, and Valley Center, Kansas during his lifetime. Clayton was drafted by the US Army in March of 1963. He was stationed in Kitzingen, Germany serving two years and eleven months. He enjoyed hunting, farming, ranching, and being outdoors. Clayton was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

He is preceded in death by his father Albert Frank Hyder, his mother Rachel Marie (Davison) Hyder, and his sister, Jean Ann Hyder.

Clayton is survived by his wife Lora Lee (Duncan) Hyder; children, Brenda Lee (Hyder) Nash of Wichita, and Steven Eugene Hyder of Evanston, Ill.; grandchildren, Brian Paul Nash of Wichita, and Sarah Elizabeth Nash of Wichita.; niece, Jessica (Hyder) Martin of Chino Valley, AZ., and Chris Tuckness of Fairbanks, AK.

A graveside service will be held at the Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated in Clayton’s memory to: Harry Hynes Hospice, and American Heart Association.

Clayton Eugene Hyder, passed away on Thursday, November 4, 2021 in Wichita, Kansas at the age of 82. He was born in Springfield, Missouri to Rachel Marie (Davison) Hyder and Albert Frank Hyder. Clayton was born and raised in Elkland, Missouri, graduating from Elkland High School in 1958. While showing sheep at the Empire State Fair in Springfield, Missouri, he met his wife, Lora Lee Duncan. He lived in Mountain View, Missouri, Elkland, Missouri, La Cygne, Kansas, and Valley Center, Kansas during his lifetime. Clayton was drafted by the US Army in March of 1963. He was stationed in Kitzingen, Germany serving two years and eleven months. He enjoyed hunting, farming, ranching, and being outdoors. Clayton was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.He is preceded in death by his father Albert Frank Hyder, his mother Rachel Marie (Davison) Hyder, and his sister, Jean Ann Hyder.Clayton is survived by his wife Lora Lee (Duncan) Hyder; children, Brenda Lee (Hyder) Nash of Wichita, and Steven Eugene Hyder of Evanston, Ill.; grandchildren, Brian Paul Nash of Wichita, and Sarah Elizabeth Nash of Wichita.; niece, Jessica (Hyder) Martin of Chino Valley, AZ., and Chris Tuckness of Fairbanks, AK.A graveside service will be held at the Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at 11:00 a.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated in Clayton’s memory to: Harry Hynes Hospice, and American Heart Association.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com/">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>

Clayton Eugene Hyder |2021|

Veda Mae Flickinger, 94, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021.

She was born May 12, 1927, at Pretty Prairie, Kansas, the daughter of Fred H. and Ella Graber Krehbiel.

A lifetime resident of Pretty Prairie, she was an upholsterer for over 30 years and a homemaker.

Veda was a member of the First Mennonite Church, the Women’s Vesper Society, and the Prairie Sunset Home Chime Choir, all of Pretty Prairie.

On Sept. 3, 1950, she married Elmer Flickinger at Pretty Prairie; He died June 27, 2005. Survivors include sons Randall (Julie) and Neal; daughters Chris (Rod) Krehbiel, Jacki (Dave) Barton and Pam (Myron) Sasse; sisters Neoma Epp and Reta Krehbiel; 15 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by sons Gordon and Tracy; brother Tony; and sister Doris Stucky.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie. Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday at Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the First Mennonite Church Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.

Memorials may be made with The Prairie Sunset Home and Serenity Hospice, both in care of the funeral home.

Veda Mae Flickinger, 94, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021.She was born May 12, 1927, at Pretty Prairie, Kansas, the daughter of Fred H. and Ella Graber Krehbiel.A lifetime resident of Pretty Prairie, she was an upholsterer for over 30 years and a homemaker.Veda was a member of the First Mennonite Church, the Women’s Vesper Society, and the Prairie Sunset Home Chime Choir, all of Pretty Prairie.On Sept. 3, 1950, she married Elmer Flickinger at Pretty Prairie; He died June 27, 2005. Survivors include sons Randall (Julie) and Neal; daughters Chris (Rod) Krehbiel, Jacki (Dave) Barton and Pam (Myron) Sasse; sisters Neoma Epp and Reta Krehbiel; 15 grandchildren; and 30 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by sons Gordon and Tracy; brother Tony; and sister Doris Stucky.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, at the First Mennonite Church, Pretty Prairie. Friends may call from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday at Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Burial will be in the First Mennonite Church Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.Memorials may be made with The Prairie Sunset Home and Serenity Hospice, both in care of the funeral home.

Veda Mae Flickinger |1927-2021|

Frances Louise Hess, 98, of Hutchinson, died November 5, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born October 15, 1923, near Langdon, one of nine children of Clifford and Agnes (McAtee) Gadbury.

Frances was a homemaker. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, and raising flowers – especially irises. Frances was a member of Sylvia United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women for many years, before joining Turon Community Church.

On November 7, 1942, she married James L. Hess, in Lyons. He died April 24, 2006.

Survivors include: her daughter, Bonnie Ruebke and husband Herb of Hutchinson; grandchildren, James Tylicki and wife Rebecca of Sylvia, Jonathan Hess and wife Michelle of Hutchinson, Jason Hess and wife Denise of Nickerson; step-grandchildren, Troy Ruebke and wife Joanie of Manhattan, Brent Ruebke and wife Peggy of Nickerson; and numerous extended family members.

Frances was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, James; son, Steven L. Hess; and her eight siblings.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life gathering will be 2-4 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Elliott Chapel. Private family burial will take place in Sylvia Cemetery at a later date. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday–Friday until the day of the service.

Memorials are suggested to Turon Community Church or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Frances Louise Hess, 98, of Hutchinson, died November 5, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born October 15, 1923, near Langdon, one of nine children of Clifford and Agnes (McAtee) Gadbury.Frances was a homemaker. She enjoyed knitting, crocheting, cooking, and raising flowers – especially irises. Frances was a member of Sylvia United Methodist Church and United Methodist Women for many years, before joining Turon Community Church.On November 7, 1942, she married James L. Hess, in Lyons. He died April 24, 2006.Survivors include: her daughter, Bonnie Ruebke and husband Herb of Hutchinson; grandchildren, James Tylicki and wife Rebecca of Sylvia, Jonathan Hess and wife Michelle of Hutchinson, Jason Hess and wife Denise of Nickerson; step-grandchildren, Troy Ruebke and wife Joanie of Manhattan, Brent Ruebke and wife Peggy of Nickerson; and numerous extended family members.Frances was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, James; son, Steven L. Hess; and her eight siblings.Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life gathering will be 2-4 p.m. Saturday, November 20, 2021, at Elliott Chapel. Private family burial will take place in Sylvia Cemetery at a later date. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday–Friday until the day of the service.Memorials are suggested to Turon Community Church or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Frances Louise Hess |1923-2021|

Ginny Stephenson, 93, passed away on November 3, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, Kansas, after a brief illness.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1928, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Willis Hoagland and Hilda (Graber) Hoagland.

Ginny was a graduate of Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; She married B.L. Stephenson on July 19, 1948, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; In their early years, they owned and operated Stephenson Retail Liquor, which she managed after his death in July 1984.&nbsp; In 1987, she began her food service career at Hutchinson Hospital Corporation, now Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; In 2011, at the age of 83, she retired after 25 years of service.&nbsp;

Ginny was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; brother, Bill Hoagland; grandson, Greg Stephenson; and great-grandson, Wyatt Harper.&nbsp;

She leaves behind: &nbsp;her sons, Brad (Carol Walle) Stephenson of Buhler, and Scott Stephenson of the home; granddaughter, Cari (Wylie) Baker of Hutchinson; great-grandsons, Gauge (Kensley) Harper of Hutchinson, and Colton Harper of Lincoln, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Maci Harper of Lincoln, Nebraska; and extended family, neighbors, and long-time coworkers.

Friends may call Friday, November 12, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, followed by the burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.

In lieu of flowers, Ginny’s family suggests memorials to Hospice &amp; HomeCare of Reno County or Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Ladies Auxiliary Gift Shop in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Ginny Stephenson, 93, passed away on November 3, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, Kansas, after a brief illness.&nbsp; She was born April 5, 1928, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Willis Hoagland and Hilda (Graber) Hoagland.Ginny was a graduate of Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; She married B.L. Stephenson on July 19, 1948, in Hutchinson.&nbsp; In their early years, they owned and operated Stephenson Retail Liquor, which she managed after his death in July 1984.&nbsp; In 1987, she began her food service career at Hutchinson Hospital Corporation, now Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; In 2011, at the age of 83, she retired after 25 years of service.&nbsp;Ginny was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; brother, Bill Hoagland; grandson, Greg Stephenson; and great-grandson, Wyatt Harper.&nbsp;She leaves behind: &nbsp;her sons, Brad (Carol Walle) Stephenson of Buhler, and Scott Stephenson of the home; granddaughter, Cari (Wylie) Baker of Hutchinson; great-grandsons, Gauge (Kensley) Harper of Hutchinson, and Colton Harper of Lincoln, Nebraska; great-granddaughter, Maci Harper of Lincoln, Nebraska; and extended family, neighbors, and long-time coworkers.Friends may call Friday, November 12, 2021, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, followed by the burial at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.In lieu of flowers, Ginny’s family suggests memorials to Hospice &amp; HomeCare of Reno County or Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Ladies Auxiliary Gift Shop in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Virginia 'Ginny' Lee Stephenson |1928-2021}

Pratt - Charlotte Rae Swonger, 96, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at Leisure Homestead in Stafford. She was born on September 9, 1925 in Dodge City to Newton Ray and Clara Harriet (Case) Pride. Charlotte married Rex Leon Swonger on January 25, 1946 in Sawyer. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2007. Charlotte graduated from Sawyer High School in 1944. She taught 4th grade at Sawyer Elementary School for 7 years and then taught 4th Grade at Skyline Elementary School for 26 years. She was a member of Reach Church, Sweet Adelines and Apple Patch Quilters. She enjoyed teaching Sunday School, quilting, singing, collecting antiques and reading. She is survived by her daughter, Sue (John) Meuten of Wichita; son, Brett (Susan) Swonger of Pratt; grandchildren, Jeremiah McCutchen of Pratt, Rosa (Gary) Valentine of Warsaw, Missouri, Dustin Meuten of Wichita, Brandon (Angela) Meuten of Wichita, Marti (Tyler) Applegate of Chanute, Chelsea (Kendall) Snyder of Wichita and Jesse Swonger of Wichita; 12 great grandchildren; and 9 great great grandchildren. Charlotte is preceded in death by her husband, Rex Leon Swonger; parents; sisters, Norma Wargo and Carol Dauner; and brothers, Laurel "Casey" Pride and Jimmy Pride. Visitation will be Monday, November 8, 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 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Reach Church, Pratt with Pastor Bryan Beittel presiding. Burial will follow at Ellenwood Cemetery, Sawyer. Memorials may be made to Skyline School Foundation in care of Larrison Mortuary.

Pratt - Charlotte Rae Swonger, 96, passed away Monday, November 1, 2021 at Leisure Homestead in Stafford. She was born on September 9, 1925 in Dodge City to Newton Ray and Clara Harriet (Case) Pride. Charlotte married Rex Leon Swonger on January 25, 1946 in Sawyer. He preceded her in death on June 6, 2007. Charlotte graduated from Sawyer High School in 1944. She taught 4th grade at Sawyer Elementary School for 7 years and then taught 4th Grade at Skyline Elementary School for 26 years. She was a member of Reach Church, Sweet Adelines and Apple Patch Quilters. She enjoyed teaching Sunday School, quilting, singing, collecting antiques and reading. She is survived by her daughter, Sue (John) Meuten of Wichita; son, Brett (Susan) Swonger of Pratt; grandchildren, Jeremiah McCutchen of Pratt, Rosa (Gary) Valentine of Warsaw, Missouri, Dustin Meuten of Wichita, Brandon (Angela) Meuten of Wichita, Marti (Tyler) Applegate of Chanute, Chelsea (Kendall) Snyder of Wichita and Jesse Swonger of Wichita; 12 great grandchildren; and 9 great great grandchildren. Charlotte is preceded in death by her husband, Rex Leon Swonger; parents; sisters, Norma Wargo and Carol Dauner; and brothers, Laurel "Casey" Pride and Jimmy Pride. Visitation will be Monday, November 8, 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 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at Reach Church, Pratt with Pastor Bryan Beittel presiding. Burial will follow at Ellenwood Cemetery, Sawyer. Memorials may be made to Skyline School Foundation in care of Larrison Mortuary.

Charlotte Rae Swonger |1925-2021|

Walter Long, retired Clinical Social Worker died November 24, 2020.  He was born August 28, 1932 in Norton, Ks.  His mother, Beulah Samuelson, died in childbirth and he was cared for by his maternal grandmother, Pearl Samuelson and his Aunt, Mary Margaret Samuelson.  When he was one and one half years old, his father, Ralph Long, a Methodist minister, married Mary Margaret.

As a ‘preacher’s kid” he grew up in several different Kansas communities including Lenora, Hunter, Agra, Wayne, Logan, and Tescott.  He graduated from Logan High School in 1950.

He met his future wife Shirley Mosburg at the Broughton Methodist Church Easter Sunrise Service in 1950 where his father was minister.  They were married in Broughton Methodist Church on August 28, 1953.

After 2 years at Kansas Wesleyan, he joined the Air Force and was discharged four years later to return to Kansas Wesleyan for his undergraduate degree.  His major studies were sociology, elementary education, vocal music and church music.  He then completed his Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Kansas in 1960.  He later completed a Program of Advance Study in Social Work from Smith College, 1964.

Walter’s 35 year work history focused on children and families in mental health and youth residential programs sponsored by private church related institutions. (Youthville, Prairie View, and Missouri Methodist Home for Children).  He also coordinated field placement and taught students at Tabor College in the 1960’s.

Upon retirement he volunteered at several community outreach programs in Newton including Health Ministries and Respite Care.  Otherwise his activities included trying to learn how to play golf, bicycle rides across Kansas (19 times), bicycling with this wife Shirley, weekly table tennis competition, gardening, photography, music, church attendance and mixing with the grandchildren.

Walt placed a high value on encouraging and challenging people to experience growth, resolution of their struggles for a more satisfying life, and change for the better in their lives.

Proceeding him in death were his parents and half-brother William Andrew Long.  Survivors include one daughter, Sheri Appel, (Jon) Manhattan, Ks. Jared, Logan and Aaron (Lindsey).  Two sons, Wes Long (Sara) of Silver Spring, MD.  Sienna, Wilder and Sage. Wayne Long (Sheri Anne) of Spring Hill, Ks. Krista and Matt.  Two sisters were adopted by his parents, Evelyn Kay Zink and Margaret Louise Long.

Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday November 13, 2021 at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the music department at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, 1200 Boyd Ave. Newton, KS.

Walter Long, retired Clinical Social Worker died November 24, 2020. He was born August 28, 1932 in Norton, Ks. His mother, Beulah Samuelson, died in childbirth and he was cared for by his maternal grandmother, Pearl Samuelson and his Aunt, Mary Margaret Samuelson. When he was one and one half years old, his father, Ralph Long, a Methodist minister, married Mary Margaret.As a ‘preacher’s kid” he grew up in several different Kansas communities including Lenora, Hunter, Agra, Wayne, Logan, and Tescott. He graduated from Logan High School in 1950.He met his future wife Shirley Mosburg at the Broughton Methodist Church Easter Sunrise Service in 1950 where his father was minister. They were married in Broughton Methodist Church on August 28, 1953.After 2 years at Kansas Wesleyan, he joined the Air Force and was discharged four years later to return to Kansas Wesleyan for his undergraduate degree. His major studies were sociology, elementary education, vocal music and church music. He then completed his Master’s degree in Social Work at the University of Kansas in 1960. He later completed a Program of Advance Study in Social Work from Smith College, 1964.Walter’s 35 year work history focused on children and families in mental health and youth residential programs sponsored by private church related institutions. (Youthville, Prairie View, and Missouri Methodist Home for Children). He also coordinated field placement and taught students at Tabor College in the 1960’s.Upon retirement he volunteered at several community outreach programs in Newton including Health Ministries and Respite Care. Otherwise his activities included trying to learn how to play golf, bicycle rides across Kansas (19 times), bicycling with this wife Shirley, weekly table tennis competition, gardening, photography, music, church attendance and mixing with the grandchildren.Walt placed a high value on encouraging and challenging people to experience growth, resolution of their struggles for a more satisfying life, and change for the better in their lives.Proceeding him in death were his parents and half-brother William Andrew Long. Survivors include one daughter, Sheri Appel, (Jon) Manhattan, Ks. Jared, Logan and Aaron (Lindsey). Two sons, Wes Long (Sara) of Silver Spring, MD. Sienna, Wilder and Sage. Wayne Long (Sheri Anne) of Spring Hill, Ks. Krista and Matt. Two sisters were adopted by his parents, Evelyn Kay Zink and Margaret Louise Long.Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday November 13, 2021 at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions can be made to the music department at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, 1200 Boyd Ave. Newton, KS.

Walter Long |1932-2020|

Naomi Martha (Nichols) Wenger, 91, died Tuesday, November 2, 2021.

 Naomi was born on October 23, 1930, in Fairview, Oklahoma to George and Susanna (Smith) Nichols. She married Marvin “Bill” Wenger on November 14, 1948. She is survived by her four children and three sons-in-law:&nbsp; Steven Wenger of North Newton, Kansas; Joan Brubacher (Michael) of Scottsdale, Arizona; Melanie Wenger (David Flynn) of Annapolis, Maryland; and Denise Matthews (Harry) of Olathe, Kansas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Jaimee Grisoni (Thomas), Lauren Brennan (Shawn), Kelsey Matthews, Justin Matthews and six great-grandchildren, Lucas Michael, Gabriela Susanne, Luciana Ines, and Christian Nicholas Grisoni and Jack Edward and Everly Naomi Brennan. Naomi was one of nine children and is survived by three, Galen Nichols of Fairview, Oklahoma, June Jantz of Neodesha, Kansas and Jack Nichols of Fairview, Oklahoma.

After marrying Bill, the young couple lived in Hesston, Kansas and initially farmed a parcel of ground in western Kansas. As a young bride and while living in Hesston, Naomi worked as an operator for the local telephone company. She became a full-time mother when her first child was born in 1952. Naomi’s first love was her family. She was a caring and loving mother and strong advocate for her children, including ensuring they would have every opportunity to pursue higher education and personal growth. Her family will remember her not only for the love and care she provided them, but also for her wisdom, philosophical viewpoints, and sense of humor, which she shared with everyone she met. She loved her sons-in-law and her grandchildren and great grandchildren passionately.

She had a love of gardening, art, and design. Reflecting her love of art, she was one of the founders and an original board member of the Carriage Factory Art Gallery in Newton, Kansas and served in an ex officio capacity until recently. She understood the value of community and supported many local initiatives throughout her life. She spent her later years continuing as the strong and independent woman that she was.

A private family visitation will be held at Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;A private family graveside committal will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday at Greenwood Cemetery. Extended family is invited to join the children for the committal service.&nbsp; A public memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday November 9, 2021 at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Naomi is a member of Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Carriage Factory Art Gallery or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, in care of Petersen’s Funeral Home.

Naomi Martha (Nichols) Wenger, 91, died Tuesday, November 2, 2021. Naomi was born on October 23, 1930, in Fairview, Oklahoma to George and Susanna (Smith) Nichols. She married Marvin “Bill” Wenger on November 14, 1948. She is survived by her four children and three sons-in-law:&nbsp; Steven Wenger of North Newton, Kansas; Joan Brubacher (Michael) of Scottsdale, Arizona; Melanie Wenger (David Flynn) of Annapolis, Maryland; and Denise Matthews (Harry) of Olathe, Kansas. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Jaimee Grisoni (Thomas), Lauren Brennan (Shawn), Kelsey Matthews, Justin Matthews and six great-grandchildren, Lucas Michael, Gabriela Susanne, Luciana Ines, and Christian Nicholas Grisoni and Jack Edward and Everly Naomi Brennan. Naomi was one of nine children and is survived by three, Galen Nichols of Fairview, Oklahoma, June Jantz of Neodesha, Kansas and Jack Nichols of Fairview, Oklahoma.After marrying Bill, the young couple lived in Hesston, Kansas and initially farmed a parcel of ground in western Kansas. As a young bride and while living in Hesston, Naomi worked as an operator for the local telephone company. She became a full-time mother when her first child was born in 1952. Naomi’s first love was her family. She was a caring and loving mother and strong advocate for her children, including ensuring they would have every opportunity to pursue higher education and personal growth. Her family will remember her not only for the love and care she provided them, but also for her wisdom, philosophical viewpoints, and sense of humor, which she shared with everyone she met. She loved her sons-in-law and her grandchildren and great grandchildren passionately.She had a love of gardening, art, and design. Reflecting her love of art, she was one of the founders and an original board member of the Carriage Factory Art Gallery in Newton, Kansas and served in an ex officio capacity until recently. She understood the value of community and supported many local initiatives throughout her life. She spent her later years continuing as the strong and independent woman that she was.A private family visitation will be held at Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp;A private family graveside committal will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday at Greenwood Cemetery. Extended family is invited to join the children for the committal service.&nbsp; A public memorial service will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday November 9, 2021 at Trinity Heights United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Naomi is a member of Trinity Heights United Methodist Church. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Carriage Factory Art Gallery or Trinity Heights United Methodist Church, in care of Petersen’s Funeral Home.

Naomi Martha (Nichols) Wenger |1930-2021|

Bob L. Geiman, 88, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 5:31 a.m., Friday, November 5th, 2021 peacefully, at McPherson Health And Rehab. Bob was born in Hutchinson, Kansas on April 30, 1933, a son of the late Evaline (Peterson) and Russel Lindell Geiman. Bob attended Windom grade school, and graduated from Windom High School, Windom, Kansas in 1951. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas, Wichita University, Wichita, Kansas and graduated from McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. He was a member of First United Methodist Church McPherson, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Bob L. Geiman was united in marriage to Carolyn D. Peden on June 3, 1956 at the First Baptist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of Kathy, Kent, and Kim.. Through the years Bob worked as a high school teacher and assistant football coach and basketball coach at Marquette and Lucas, Kansas, was owner and operator along with his wife Carolyn of the White Swan, worked for Sierra Homes in the office, was a claims adjuster for Farmers Alliance Insurance Company and State Farm Insurance, and a Loan Officer for the State Bank of Canton from which he retired. Bob was a member of the American Legion Post 24. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising horses, vacationing in Colorado, watching all sports especially football and basketball and spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 65 years, Carolyn Geiman, of McPherson, Kansas; his children, Kathy Smith and husband Harold, of McPherson, Kansas, Kent Geiman and wife Delores, of Houston, Texas, and Kim Morris, and husband Ted, of McPherson, Kansas; his seven grandchildren, Brad Smith and wife Jenny, Kristen Naves and husband Joseph, Nicholas Geiman and wife Alicia, Nathan Geiman and wife Sarah, Megan Bogener and husband James, Stephanie Dunn, and Danielle Reilley and husband Jeff; his nine great-grandchildren, Donovan, Breck, Blain, Brody, Ava, Aiden, Finley, Ellis, and Kensley. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Lindell and Evaline Geiman, his twin brothers, Dean and Gene Geiman. Private family graveside service, will be held at the McPherson, Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Chris Whitacre officiating. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson, Kansas and Mark Casebeer playing Taps. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 24 and they can be sent in care of Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bob L. Geiman, 88, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away at 5:31 a.m., Friday, November 5th, 2021 peacefully, at McPherson Health And Rehab. Bob was born in Hutchinson, Kansas on April 30, 1933, a son of the late Evaline (Peterson) and Russel Lindell Geiman. Bob attended Windom grade school, and graduated from Windom High School, Windom, Kansas in 1951. He then attended Hutchinson Community College, Hutchinson, Kansas, Wichita University, Wichita, Kansas and graduated from McPherson College, McPherson, Kansas. He was a member of First United Methodist Church McPherson, Kansas. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. Bob L. Geiman was united in marriage to Carolyn D. Peden on June 3, 1956 at the First Baptist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of Kathy, Kent, and Kim.. Through the years Bob worked as a high school teacher and assistant football coach and basketball coach at Marquette and Lucas, Kansas, was owner and operator along with his wife Carolyn of the White Swan, worked for Sierra Homes in the office, was a claims adjuster for Farmers Alliance Insurance Company and State Farm Insurance, and a Loan Officer for the State Bank of Canton from which he retired. Bob was a member of the American Legion Post 24. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, raising horses, vacationing in Colorado, watching all sports especially football and basketball and spending time with his family. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of over 65 years, Carolyn Geiman, of McPherson, Kansas; his children, Kathy Smith and husband Harold, of McPherson, Kansas, Kent Geiman and wife Delores, of Houston, Texas, and Kim Morris, and husband Ted, of McPherson, Kansas; his seven grandchildren, Brad Smith and wife Jenny, Kristen Naves and husband Joseph, Nicholas Geiman and wife Alicia, Nathan Geiman and wife Sarah, Megan Bogener and husband James, Stephanie Dunn, and Danielle Reilley and husband Jeff; his nine great-grandchildren, Donovan, Breck, Blain, Brody, Ava, Aiden, Finley, Ellis, and Kensley. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Lindell and Evaline Geiman, his twin brothers, Dean and Gene Geiman. Private family graveside service, will be held at the McPherson, Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas with Pastor Chris Whitacre officiating. Military honors will be presented by members of the American Legion Post 24 and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2715 both of McPherson, Kansas and Mark Casebeer playing Taps. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 24 and they can be sent in care of Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bob L. Geiman |1933-2021|

Betty Louise Gillespie, 82, of Chase, Kansas, passed away on November 4, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society of Lyons. She was born August 1, 1939, in Warsaw, Missouri, the daughter of Robert Ambrose and Margaret Messacasa Gillespie. Betty was a lifelong Chase resident. She graduated from Chase High School with the class of 1958. Betty attended Barton County Community College and received her LPN degree from McPherson School of Nursing in 1979. She was an LPN at Hospital District #1 of Rice County for ten plus years. Betty was a member of Chase Baptist Church and Eastern Star. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Betty is survived by her two sons, Gilbert Aguilera and Gerald Aguilera and wife Dorothy both of Chase; brother, Curtis Gillespie and wife Hughlene of Chase; sister, Ottavia Ludwick of Sterling, KS; eight grandchildren, Todd Aguilera and wife Aimee of Alden, KS, Gilbert Aguilera III and wife Ashley of Polk, OH, Natalie Zink of Lyons, KS, Brooke Aguilera of Lyons, Glenn Aguilera and wife Krista of Chase, Audree Aguilera of Valley Falls, KS, Andrea Aguilera of Hoisington, KS, and Aaron Aguilera of Chase; ten great-grandchildren, Jace Aguilera, Saylor Aguilera, Landon Aguilera, Gracyn Zink, BryAnn Zink, Alyssa Martinez, Colton Aguilera, Kaiden Strickland, Jasper Aguilera, and Charity Aguilera. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, Dell Gillespie, Robert “Buck” Gillespie, Herman “Slick” Gillespie, John Gillespie, and Bill Gillespie; four sisters, Minnie “Midget” Wheeler, Edith Royster, Goldie “Nip” Gates, and Mary Trehan; and grandson, Brian Aguilera. Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at First Baptist Church, Chase with Pastor Rick Standlee officiating. Burial will follow at Chase Springdale Cemetery, Chase. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Baptist Church, Chase in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Betty Louise Gillespie, 82, of Chase, Kansas, passed away on November 4, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society of Lyons. She was born August 1, 1939, in Warsaw, Missouri, the daughter of Robert Ambrose and Margaret Messacasa Gillespie. Betty was a lifelong Chase resident. She graduated from Chase High School with the class of 1958. Betty attended Barton County Community College and received her LPN degree from McPherson School of Nursing in 1979. She was an LPN at Hospital District #1 of Rice County for ten plus years. Betty was a member of Chase Baptist Church and Eastern Star. She enjoyed spending time with her family. Betty is survived by her two sons, Gilbert Aguilera and Gerald Aguilera and wife Dorothy both of Chase; brother, Curtis Gillespie and wife Hughlene of Chase; sister, Ottavia Ludwick of Sterling, KS; eight grandchildren, Todd Aguilera and wife Aimee of Alden, KS, Gilbert Aguilera III and wife Ashley of Polk, OH, Natalie Zink of Lyons, KS, Brooke Aguilera of Lyons, Glenn Aguilera and wife Krista of Chase, Audree Aguilera of Valley Falls, KS, Andrea Aguilera of Hoisington, KS, and Aaron Aguilera of Chase; ten great-grandchildren, Jace Aguilera, Saylor Aguilera, Landon Aguilera, Gracyn Zink, BryAnn Zink, Alyssa Martinez, Colton Aguilera, Kaiden Strickland, Jasper Aguilera, and Charity Aguilera. Betty is preceded in death by her parents, five brothers, Dell Gillespie, Robert “Buck” Gillespie, Herman “Slick” Gillespie, John Gillespie, and Bill Gillespie; four sisters, Minnie “Midget” Wheeler, Edith Royster, Goldie “Nip” Gates, and Mary Trehan; and grandson, Brian Aguilera. Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at First Baptist Church, Chase with Pastor Rick Standlee officiating. Burial will follow at Chase Springdale Cemetery, Chase. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First Baptist Church, Chase in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Betty Louise Gillespie |1939-2021|

Jodi Suzanne Welch, 56, of Great Bend, died October 31, 2021, at the Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was born May 14, 1965, in Hutchinson, to Gary and Nancy (Riggins) Witham.

Jodi graduated from Hutchinson High School and completed a nursing program at Hutchinson Community College.

She is survived by: sons, Nicholas Welch (Christina), Spearville, Jacob Welch, Hutchinson; daughter, Jamie Welch, Hutchinson; 4 grandchildren; parents, Gary and Nancy Witham, Hutchinson; brother, Ray Witham, Hutchinson; and cousin, Tammy Peters, Haysville.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Jodi Welch Memorial Fund to benefit her grandchildren, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Jodi Suzanne Welch, 56, of Great Bend, died October 31, 2021, at the Research Medical Center, Kansas City. She was born May 14, 1965, in Hutchinson, to Gary and Nancy (Riggins) Witham.Jodi graduated from Hutchinson High School and completed a nursing program at Hutchinson Community College.She is survived by: sons, Nicholas Welch (Christina), Spearville, Jacob Welch, Hutchinson; daughter, Jamie Welch, Hutchinson; 4 grandchildren; parents, Gary and Nancy Witham, Hutchinson; brother, Ray Witham, Hutchinson; and cousin, Tammy Peters, Haysville.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, November 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Jodi Welch Memorial Fund to benefit her grandchildren, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Jodi Suzanne Welch |1965-2021|

Mary Ann Marx, 93, of Hutchinson, died November 2, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born, March 10, 1928, in Hoisington, to Paul and Doris (Smith) Winslow.

Mary Ann belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star Silver Leaf Chapter #464 and Moose Lodge #982. She was a member of the Women of the Moose since 1966, reaching the highest degree in the order. After retirement Mary Ann volunteered at the Moose Lodge for many years.

On March 31, 1967, she married Gilbert Marx, in Hutchinson. He passed away on March 3, 2005.

Mary Ann is survived by: daughters, Paula Zollinger (Floyd), Derby, Linda Peterson, Hutchinson, Cindy Maley (Rick), Hutchinson; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Bob Winslow (June); and good friend, Cherryl Wiltse.

She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Gilbert Marx.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, November 8, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Those who wish to view the service online may visit the Elliott Mortuary website and click on the link in Mary Ann’s obituary. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Mary Ann Marx, 93, of Hutchinson, died November 2, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born, March 10, 1928, in Hoisington, to Paul and Doris (Smith) Winslow.Mary Ann belonged to the Order of the Eastern Star Silver Leaf Chapter #464 and Moose Lodge #982. She was a member of the Women of the Moose since 1966, reaching the highest degree in the order. After retirement Mary Ann volunteered at the Moose Lodge for many years.On March 31, 1967, she married Gilbert Marx, in Hutchinson. He passed away on March 3, 2005.Mary Ann is survived by: daughters, Paula Zollinger (Floyd), Derby, Linda Peterson, Hutchinson, Cindy Maley (Rick), Hutchinson; nine grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 7 great-great-grandchildren; brother, Bob Winslow (June); and good friend, Cherryl Wiltse.She was preceded in death by her parents and husband, Gilbert Marx.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, November 8, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Those who wish to view the service online may visit the Elliott Mortuary website and click on the link in Mary Ann’s obituary. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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