Marilyn Louise Carlson, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 6, 2024, at Goodland Regional Medical Center in Goodland, Kansas at the age of 96.&nbsp;Marilyn was born on March 21, 1928, in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Henry and Grace (Logbeck) Burk. Her childhood years were spent on the farm homesteaded by her grandfather Swan Burk in 1871, an immigrant and orphan from Gothenburg, Sweden.&nbsp; Only twenty-six years old, Swan traveled by a horse drawn wagon to Manhattan, Kansas after working in Ottumwa, Iowa for six years, which at that time was the end of the completed line on the CB&amp;Q Railroad. Both he and his brother Gus heard of a Swedish community in Lindsborg, KS and the availability of government land in McPherson County. They made their way to Lindsborg and then rode their horses south on the “Big Prairie” to the land that Marilyn owns today.

Marilyn was a kind and soft-spoken person, but at the age of fourteen years old, she learned to be extra tough after her mother passed.&nbsp; Her father Henry was away from home much of the time buying and selling cattle for the farm feedlot.&nbsp; She brought food to grandfather Swan, listened to his stories, and learned to cook from Aunt Clara Burk when the harvest crew came to harvest the wheat.&nbsp; Being the only female on the farm, this childhood experience made her into an excellent cook and horse rider. She rode her horse on several occasions to visit the Hedlund and Chinberg families and Grandma Logbeck, but coming back home on one ride, the horse went into a gallop and became a runaway horse.&nbsp; As she approached the red barn, she yelled to Hjalmer, the ranch hand, “close the barn door”, all she wanted was to keep her head on her shoulders. Hjalmer Lindblade was special to Marilyn, a large man who took care of mom when Henry was away on business. She always spoke fondly of her cousins the Chinbergs, four brothers that lived on a farm a few miles down the road and how they played together and made mud pies. Mrs. Sellberg, her childhood school teacher for eight years, was another important person during her early life.

Playing the piano was a passion of Marilyn that lasted for most of her life. Henry bought her a Steinway baby grand piano and she took lessons in Lindsborg from Dr. Oscar Thorsen, professor of piano at the Bethany College Conservatory of Music. Marilyn was an attractive young woman and as the story goes, Dr. Thorsen would play for mom during her piano lesson, instead of the other way around.&nbsp; For college, she went to Monticello College, an all-women’s college in Godfrey, Illinois to study piano along with her childhood friend Carolyn Adams. During college, she met her future husband Vance Carlson at the wedding of their mutual friends, Joyce and Darrell Wilson, which led to her 40-year marriage with Vance. They married in 1949 after she graduated with a degree in Piano.

Their early years of marriage were spent moving across the U.S. following Vance’s professional baseball career. Marilyn loved to travel with Vance during baseball and his Big 8 football officiating career. Bowling was another passion when Vance opened Starlite Lanes in 1961. The Steinway piano made its way to Simpson Street in McPherson, where Vance and her three children would gather around the piano to sing.

Marilyn’s Swedish heritage was important to her. She loved attending Handel’s Messiah at Presser Hall in Lindsborg and stopping by the local grocery store to pick-up rusks to dip in coffee, Swedish rye bread and Bond Ost cheese was always on the menu during those trips. Her physical condition caused her to move to Goodland, KS in 2008 where her daughter Susan resides.&nbsp; Joint surgeries took their toll, leading to a wheelchair for her remaining life.&nbsp; No matter pain, no matter losing her eyesight, Marilyn never complained. She was an inspiration, kind-hearted, loved music, loved her children and loved her homeland.&nbsp; We shall miss her a great deal.

Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Grace Burk, brother Swen Burk and former husband Vance Carlson. She is survived by her children, daughter Susan (Steve) McCall of Goodland, KS, son Marty (Deborah) of Snoqualmie, WA, and son Neal (Yunhee) Carlson of Kenmore, WA.&nbsp; Her 6 grandchildren, Megan and Jena McCall, Zachary and Gunnar Carlson, and Cody and Jacob Carlson; and her 2 great-granddaughters, Skylar and Mazi.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday, June 14, 2024, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 15, at New Gottland Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the New Gottland Lutheran Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethany College Messiah of Arts in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

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 </figure>Marilyn Louise Carlson, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on June 6, 2024, at Goodland Regional Medical Center in Goodland, Kansas at the age of 96.&nbsp;Marilyn was born on March 21, 1928, in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Henry and Grace (Logbeck) Burk. Her childhood years were spent on the farm homesteaded by her grandfather Swan Burk in 1871, an immigrant and orphan from Gothenburg, Sweden.&nbsp; Only twenty-six years old, Swan traveled by a horse drawn wagon to Manhattan, Kansas after working in Ottumwa, Iowa for six years, which at that time was the end of the completed line on the CB&amp;Q Railroad. Both he and his brother Gus heard of a Swedish community in Lindsborg, KS and the availability of government land in McPherson County. They made their way to Lindsborg and then rode their horses south on the “Big Prairie” to the land that Marilyn owns today.Marilyn was a kind and soft-spoken person, but at the age of fourteen years old, she learned to be extra tough after her mother passed.&nbsp; Her father Henry was away from home much of the time buying and selling cattle for the farm feedlot.&nbsp; She brought food to grandfather Swan, listened to his stories, and learned to cook from Aunt Clara Burk when the harvest crew came to harvest the wheat.&nbsp; Being the only female on the farm, this childhood experience made her into an excellent cook and horse rider. She rode her horse on several occasions to visit the Hedlund and Chinberg families and Grandma Logbeck, but coming back home on one ride, the horse went into a gallop and became a runaway horse.&nbsp; As she approached the red barn, she yelled to Hjalmer, the ranch hand, “close the barn door”, all she wanted was to keep her head on her shoulders. Hjalmer Lindblade was special to Marilyn, a large man who took care of mom when Henry was away on business. She always spoke fondly of her cousins the Chinbergs, four brothers that lived on a farm a few miles down the road and how they played together and made mud pies. Mrs. Sellberg, her childhood school teacher for eight years, was another important person during her early life.Playing the piano was a passion of Marilyn that lasted for most of her life. Henry bought her a Steinway baby grand piano and she took lessons in Lindsborg from Dr. Oscar Thorsen, professor of piano at the Bethany College Conservatory of Music. Marilyn was an attractive young woman and as the story goes, Dr. Thorsen would play for mom during her piano lesson, instead of the other way around.&nbsp; For college, she went to Monticello College, an all-women’s college in Godfrey, Illinois to study piano along with her childhood friend Carolyn Adams. During college, she met her future husband Vance Carlson at the wedding of their mutual friends, Joyce and Darrell Wilson, which led to her 40-year marriage with Vance. They married in 1949 after she graduated with a degree in Piano.Their early years of marriage were spent moving across the U.S. following Vance’s professional baseball career. Marilyn loved to travel with Vance during baseball and his Big 8 football officiating career. Bowling was another passion when Vance opened Starlite Lanes in 1961. The Steinway piano made its way to Simpson Street in McPherson, where Vance and her three children would gather around the piano to sing.Marilyn’s Swedish heritage was important to her. She loved attending Handel’s Messiah at Presser Hall in Lindsborg and stopping by the local grocery store to pick-up rusks to dip in coffee, Swedish rye bread and Bond Ost cheese was always on the menu during those trips. Her physical condition caused her to move to Goodland, KS in 2008 where her daughter Susan resides.&nbsp; Joint surgeries took their toll, leading to a wheelchair for her remaining life.&nbsp; No matter pain, no matter losing her eyesight, Marilyn never complained. She was an inspiration, kind-hearted, loved music, loved her children and loved her homeland.&nbsp; We shall miss her a great deal.Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Grace Burk, brother Swen Burk and former husband Vance Carlson. She is survived by her children, daughter Susan (Steve) McCall of Goodland, KS, son Marty (Deborah) of Snoqualmie, WA, and son Neal (Yunhee) Carlson of Kenmore, WA.&nbsp; Her 6 grandchildren, Megan and Jena McCall, Zachary and Gunnar Carlson, and Cody and Jacob Carlson; and her 2 great-granddaughters, Skylar and Mazi.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Friday, June 14, 2024, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Saturday, June 15, at New Gottland Lutheran Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the New Gottland Lutheran Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Bethany College Messiah of Arts in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Marilyn Louise Carlson |1928-2024|

William ‘Bill’ Richard Drews, 89, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born September 29, 1934, in Larned, KS. &nbsp;He was the son of Rutherford Richard Drews and Maxine Humphrey Rhea Drews.&nbsp;

Bill graduated from Wichita East High School. &nbsp;He married JoAnn Elaine Bilsten on January 22, 1954. &nbsp;They raised six daughters while living in Wichita and Hutchinson. &nbsp;Bill and JoAnn loved watching their children and grandchildren participate in sports and other activities.

Bill’s maternal great-grandparents and great-great grandparents settled a few miles south of Fort Larned in 1878 on two quarter sections bought from the railroad. &nbsp;This family history led to his lifelong interest in Fort Larned and the Santa Fe Trail. &nbsp;Bill retired after 30 years with General Motors, and later served on the USD 308 Board of Education. &nbsp;He bottled and sold his own D &amp; D Honey.

Bill is survived by: daughters, Stephanie Drews, Shannon Rayl, Sheridan (Jeff) Johnson, Susan (Mike) Horton, Staci (Neal) Dellett, and Sara (Hans) Hummer; sisters, Joan Noah and Margaret (Jack) McCormick; fourteen grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, JoAnn.&nbsp;

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;The family will greet friends on the day of the service from 9:45 a.m. until service time at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation, TECH, Inc., Fort Larned Historical Society, or Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>William ‘Bill’ Richard Drews, 89, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at Hutchinson Health and Rehab, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born September 29, 1934, in Larned, KS. &nbsp;He was the son of Rutherford Richard Drews and Maxine Humphrey Rhea Drews.&nbsp;Bill graduated from Wichita East High School. &nbsp;He married JoAnn Elaine Bilsten on January 22, 1954. &nbsp;They raised six daughters while living in Wichita and Hutchinson. &nbsp;Bill and JoAnn loved watching their children and grandchildren participate in sports and other activities.Bill’s maternal great-grandparents and great-great grandparents settled a few miles south of Fort Larned in 1878 on two quarter sections bought from the railroad. &nbsp;This family history led to his lifelong interest in Fort Larned and the Santa Fe Trail. &nbsp;Bill retired after 30 years with General Motors, and later served on the USD 308 Board of Education. &nbsp;He bottled and sold his own D &amp; D Honey.Bill is survived by: daughters, Stephanie Drews, Shannon Rayl, Sheridan (Jeff) Johnson, Susan (Mike) Horton, Staci (Neal) Dellett, and Sara (Hans) Hummer; sisters, Joan Noah and Margaret (Jack) McCormick; fourteen grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and wife, JoAnn.&nbsp;Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2024, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;The family will greet friends on the day of the service from 9:45 a.m. until service time at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation, TECH, Inc., Fort Larned Historical Society, or Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

William ‘Bill’ Richard Drews |1934-2024|

Tanya Lua McNany, 70, of Wichita, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas.

Tanya was born on August 20, 1953, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Jimmie and Marjorie&nbsp;Vincent&nbsp;Johnson. She was raised in Hutchinson, where she graduated from high school.

She later moved to the Phoenix, Arizona area, where she lived for 15 years before relocating to back to Wichita in 1990. In 1994, Tanya married Raymond Lee McNany in Wichita.

Tanya is survived by her husband Ray of Wichita; her sons Dr. David Robertson and his fiancé Joslyn Martinez of Wichita, and Jason Fowler and his wife Leyla of Las Vegas, Nevada; her step-sons Phillip McNany and his wife Heather, and Ronald McNany and his wife Catalina, all of Wichita; her brother James Rodney Johnson and his wife Lynda of Scottsdale, Arizona; and her ten beloved grandchildren.

No services are planned at this time.Arrangements are with Affordable Cremations Plus, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Tanya Lua McNany, 70, of Wichita, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024, in Wichita, Kansas.Tanya was born on August 20, 1953, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Jimmie and Marjorie&nbsp;Vincent&nbsp;Johnson. She was raised in Hutchinson, where she graduated from high school.She later moved to the Phoenix, Arizona area, where she lived for 15 years before relocating to back to Wichita in 1990. In 1994, Tanya married Raymond Lee McNany in Wichita.Tanya is survived by her husband Ray of Wichita; her sons Dr. David Robertson and his fiancé Joslyn Martinez of Wichita, and Jason Fowler and his wife Leyla of Las Vegas, Nevada; her step-sons Phillip McNany and his wife Heather, and Ronald McNany and his wife Catalina, all of Wichita; her brother James Rodney Johnson and his wife Lynda of Scottsdale, Arizona; and her ten beloved grandchildren.No services are planned at this time.Arrangements are with Affordable Cremations Plus, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tanya Lua McNany |1953-2024|

Robert William “Bob” Demoret, 81, died June 7, 2024, at Hospice of Wichita Falls, TX. &nbsp;He was born November 6, 1942, in Hutchinson, to William Robert and Lola Fern (Uncapher) Demoret. &nbsp;

Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Junior Community College. &nbsp;He proudly served in the Kansas Army National Guard 35th Divarty, Headquarters Batty, for 23 years and 10 months as a First Sergeant, retiring as a Master Sergeant. Bob also retired from KDOT after 41 years of service. &nbsp;After retirement, he worked three years at Cook-Flatt and Stroble Engineers, out of Topeka, on the Kellogg Road in Wichita. &nbsp;Bob was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68 and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

On June 11, 1967, he married Vicki Jean Ary, at the Christian Church in Lewis, KS. &nbsp;Bob and Vicki lived in Hutchinson most of their married life, and recently moved to Texas, to be closer to family.

Bob is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 57 years, Vicki; daughter, Darcy (Lance) Lindsey of all of Burkburnett, TX; grandchildren, Paxton Robert Demoret and Layla Jean Lindsey; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brothers, Steve Demoret, Danny Demoret, and David Demoret; and sisters, Carolyn Dority and Ellen Sue Bankey-Gore.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Graveside service will follow in Wayne Cemetery, Lewis, with military honors conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard. &nbsp;Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

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 </figure>Robert William “Bob” Demoret, 81, died June 7, 2024, at Hospice of Wichita Falls, TX. &nbsp;He was born November 6, 1942, in Hutchinson, to William Robert and Lola Fern (Uncapher) Demoret. &nbsp;Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School and attended Hutchinson Junior Community College. &nbsp;He proudly served in the Kansas Army National Guard 35th Divarty, Headquarters Batty, for 23 years and 10 months as a First Sergeant, retiring as a Master Sergeant. Bob also retired from KDOT after 41 years of service. &nbsp;After retirement, he worked three years at Cook-Flatt and Stroble Engineers, out of Topeka, on the Kellogg Road in Wichita. &nbsp;Bob was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68 and Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;On June 11, 1967, he married Vicki Jean Ary, at the Christian Church in Lewis, KS. &nbsp;Bob and Vicki lived in Hutchinson most of their married life, and recently moved to Texas, to be closer to family.Bob is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 57 years, Vicki; daughter, Darcy (Lance) Lindsey of all of Burkburnett, TX; grandchildren, Paxton Robert Demoret and Layla Jean Lindsey; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brothers, Steve Demoret, Danny Demoret, and David Demoret; and sisters, Carolyn Dority and Ellen Sue Bankey-Gore.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th, Hutchinson. &nbsp;Graveside service will follow in Wayne Cemetery, Lewis, with military honors conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard. &nbsp;Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

Robert William “Bob” Demoret |1942-2024|

Gary L. Stecklein, 79, of Hutchinson, died June 9, 2024, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. He was born June 21, 1944, in Hays, to Frank and Josephine (Legleiter) Stecklein.&nbsp;

Gary graduated from St. Teresa Catholic High School, in 1963. He served the country by joining the United States Navy and aided in the Vietnam War. Gary spent most of his life working in the produce department for Dillons, where he ultimately retired from. He enjoyed a simple life and preferred to keep to himself.&nbsp;

Gary is survived by brother, Dan (Gail) Stecklein, and nephew, Dan Stecklein, Jr.&nbsp;

He was proceeded in death by his parents.&nbsp;

Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will take place at a later date.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

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 </figure>Gary L. Stecklein, 79, of Hutchinson, died June 9, 2024, at Pleasant View Home, Inman. He was born June 21, 1944, in Hays, to Frank and Josephine (Legleiter) Stecklein.&nbsp;Gary graduated from St. Teresa Catholic High School, in 1963. He served the country by joining the United States Navy and aided in the Vietnam War. Gary spent most of his life working in the produce department for Dillons, where he ultimately retired from. He enjoyed a simple life and preferred to keep to himself.&nbsp;Gary is survived by brother, Dan (Gail) Stecklein, and nephew, Dan Stecklein, Jr.&nbsp;He was proceeded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will take place at a later date.&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS, 67501.

Gary L. Stecklein |1944-2024|

Constance ‘Connie’ Joan Lathrop, 85, died June 6, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born October 8, 1938, in San Jose, CA, to Charles Stallings and Lucille (Waggoner) Stallings.

Connie was a graduate of Ellinwood High School, Ellinwood, KS, and attended Barton County Community College, Great Bend, KS. &nbsp;Connie was involved in her husband’s floor covering business.&nbsp;

Prior to moving to South Hutchinson, KS, she attended Heartland Community Church, Great Bend, KS. Throughout her life she was active in the church and was passionate about serving and providing leadership for the church youth programs, such as the Youth Group, Sunday School, organizing retreats, and establishing youth Christian coffee houses in Ellinwood, KS and Saint John, KS. &nbsp;Connie was an avid student of the Bible. &nbsp;She loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.

On October 23, 1955, Connie married Arlyn LeRoy Lathrop, in Ellinwood, KS. &nbsp;They shared over 65 years of marriage, prior to his death on December 5, 2020.

Connie is survived by: &nbsp;her children, Mike (Betty) Lathrop of Monet, MO, Leslye (Walter) Carithers of Hutchinson, KS, Carol (Mark) Pauls of Bloomfield, NJ, and Angela (Jim) Hill of Kansas City, MO; grandchildren, Shawn (Amber) Carithers, Chris (Sierra Badley) Carithers, Catie (fiancé Andy McCormick) Lathrop, Beth Hill, and Tina Hill; great-grandchildren, Ava Carithers and Daniel Arlyn Carithers; sister, Barbara Wilson of Nash, OK; and lifelong friend, Jean Peevyhouse of Yoder, KS.

She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; husband; and sister, Diana Meyer.

Memorial service will be 9 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, KS. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mennonite Friendship Communities in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Constance ‘Connie’ Joan Lathrop, 85, died June 6, 2024, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;She was born October 8, 1938, in San Jose, CA, to Charles Stallings and Lucille (Waggoner) Stallings.Connie was a graduate of Ellinwood High School, Ellinwood, KS, and attended Barton County Community College, Great Bend, KS. &nbsp;Connie was involved in her husband’s floor covering business.&nbsp;Prior to moving to South Hutchinson, KS, she attended Heartland Community Church, Great Bend, KS. Throughout her life she was active in the church and was passionate about serving and providing leadership for the church youth programs, such as the Youth Group, Sunday School, organizing retreats, and establishing youth Christian coffee houses in Ellinwood, KS and Saint John, KS. &nbsp;Connie was an avid student of the Bible. &nbsp;She loved her family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend.On October 23, 1955, Connie married Arlyn LeRoy Lathrop, in Ellinwood, KS. &nbsp;They shared over 65 years of marriage, prior to his death on December 5, 2020.Connie is survived by: &nbsp;her children, Mike (Betty) Lathrop of Monet, MO, Leslye (Walter) Carithers of Hutchinson, KS, Carol (Mark) Pauls of Bloomfield, NJ, and Angela (Jim) Hill of Kansas City, MO; grandchildren, Shawn (Amber) Carithers, Chris (Sierra Badley) Carithers, Catie (fiancé Andy McCormick) Lathrop, Beth Hill, and Tina Hill; great-grandchildren, Ava Carithers and Daniel Arlyn Carithers; sister, Barbara Wilson of Nash, OK; and lifelong friend, Jean Peevyhouse of Yoder, KS.She was preceded in death by: &nbsp;her parents; husband; and sister, Diana Meyer.Memorial service will be 9 a.m. Friday, July 12, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, KS. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mennonite Friendship Communities in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Constance ‘Connie’ Joan Lathrop |1938-2024|

Veronica Vanessa “Ms. V” Spiller-Guess, 68, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. Ms. V was born June 4, 1956, in Gary, IN, the daughter of James and Edda-Mae Henderson. On December 31, 2012, she married George Guess in Hutchinson, KS.

Ms. V graduated from Emerson High School, Gary, IN, in 1974. She worked as a CNA and most recently worked as a cashier at the main street Dillons in Hutchinson. Ms. V was known for being a Christian lady and her love for Jesus.

Ms. V was preceded in death by her parents; a son, James Sanders; a daughter, Rosa Warner; four brothers, and two sisters.

Survivors include her husband, George; sisters, Darlene Henderson and Christine Henderson; and six grandchildren.

Per Ms. V’s wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Veronica Spiller-Guess Memorial Fund and can be sent in care Hutchinson Funeral Chapel &amp; Crematory, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Veronica Vanessa “Ms. V” Spiller-Guess, 68, passed away Sunday, June 9, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. Ms. V was born June 4, 1956, in Gary, IN, the daughter of James and Edda-Mae Henderson. On December 31, 2012, she married George Guess in Hutchinson, KS.Ms. V graduated from Emerson High School, Gary, IN, in 1974. She worked as a CNA and most recently worked as a cashier at the main street Dillons in Hutchinson. Ms. V was known for being a Christian lady and her love for Jesus.Ms. V was preceded in death by her parents; a son, James Sanders; a daughter, Rosa Warner; four brothers, and two sisters.Survivors include her husband, George; sisters, Darlene Henderson and Christine Henderson; and six grandchildren.Per Ms. V’s wishes, cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Veronica Spiller-Guess Memorial Fund and can be sent in care Hutchinson Funeral Chapel &amp; Crematory, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Veronica Vanessa “Ms. V” Spiller-Guess |1956-2024|

Gilbert "Gib" Ray Lane, 73, beloved husband, dad, papa, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024. He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Merle "Shorty" Edward Lane and Dolores "Corky" Joyce (Sweet) Lane.&nbsp; Raised in the Wichita area where he attended school and was a 1968 graduate of North High School, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He went to the Local 441 (171) apprentice school for Plumbers Pipe Fitters, which was his career for 43 years.&nbsp; During that time he met his lovely bride, Jackie Steinbarger, in 1969. He was a member of the Elks Lodge of Pratt, Kansas and a member of KAR (Kansas Antique Racing). He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maize, Kansas. He enjoyed his family, friends and racing.&nbsp; He was an avid race fan, loved working on the cars, helping others on theirs and 'chasin racin'.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents Shorty &amp; Corky Lane and his sister Gina Herrmann.

Gib is survived by his lovely wife of 53 yrs, Jackie; children Rhonda Lane, Tracy Lane and Randy Lane, all of Wichita; grandchildren Shanda (Curtis) Brown, Brandan (Ashley) Lane, Kristin Church, Michael Lane, Elizabeth Lane and Leeah McHargue, all of Wichita; great grandchildren Rustin Lane, Tristyn Brown and Autumn Brown; sister Joyce Goerzen and brother Bobby (Sharon) Lane, all of Wichita, brother-in-law Dave Herrmann of Colorado, brother-in-law Jimmie (Julie) Steinbarger of Andover, sister-in-law Louanne (Jake) Holt of Oklahoma; many other family and friends.&nbsp;

Visitation 4-6 pm, Thursday, June 13 and Service&nbsp; 11 am, Friday, June 14, both will be held at Glenville Bible Baptist Church, 4604 S. Seneca, Wichita, Kansas. Graveside following at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 11800 W. US 54, Garden of Prayer, Wichita, Kansas.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling the arrangements.&nbsp; 

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

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 </figure>Gilbert "Gib" Ray Lane, 73, beloved husband, dad, papa, brother, uncle and friend, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024. He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Merle "Shorty" Edward Lane and Dolores "Corky" Joyce (Sweet) Lane.&nbsp; Raised in the Wichita area where he attended school and was a 1968 graduate of North High School, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He went to the Local 441 (171) apprentice school for Plumbers Pipe Fitters, which was his career for 43 years.&nbsp; During that time he met his lovely bride, Jackie Steinbarger, in 1969. He was a member of the Elks Lodge of Pratt, Kansas and a member of KAR (Kansas Antique Racing). He was a member of First Baptist Church of Maize, Kansas. He enjoyed his family, friends and racing.&nbsp; He was an avid race fan, loved working on the cars, helping others on theirs and 'chasin racin'.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents Shorty &amp; Corky Lane and his sister Gina Herrmann.Gib is survived by his lovely wife of 53 yrs, Jackie; children Rhonda Lane, Tracy Lane and Randy Lane, all of Wichita; grandchildren Shanda (Curtis) Brown, Brandan (Ashley) Lane, Kristin Church, Michael Lane, Elizabeth Lane and Leeah McHargue, all of Wichita; great grandchildren Rustin Lane, Tristyn Brown and Autumn Brown; sister Joyce Goerzen and brother Bobby (Sharon) Lane, all of Wichita, brother-in-law Dave Herrmann of Colorado, brother-in-law Jimmie (Julie) Steinbarger of Andover, sister-in-law Louanne (Jake) Holt of Oklahoma; many other family and friends.&nbsp;Visitation 4-6 pm, Thursday, June 13 and Service&nbsp; 11 am, Friday, June 14, both will be held at Glenville Bible Baptist Church, 4604 S. Seneca, Wichita, Kansas. Graveside following at Resthaven Gardens of Memory, 11800 W. US 54, Garden of Prayer, Wichita, Kansas.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center is handling the arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Gilbert "Gib" Ray Lane |2024|

Frieda Hilda Harder was born on a farm east of Inman, Kansas to John W. and Anna (Doerksen) Wiens on June 8, 1926.&nbsp; She was the oldest and only daughter, followed by her three brothers, Ernie, Wilbur and Edwin.&nbsp; They all attended Inman Grade School and graduated from Inman High School.&nbsp; She was a lifelong Inman resident until her passing on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the age of 97 years.

Growing up, Frieda’s parents had cows and she would often enjoy milking them.&nbsp; She enjoyed it so much she would bribe her brothers with a piece of pie as a trade to milk the cows.&nbsp; Of course, they gladly accepted this.&nbsp; A neighbor’s cow got out of the pasture and ran straight for Frieda when she was younger, playing in the sandpile on the north side of their home.&nbsp; She got ran over by the cow and became scared, but luckily wasn’t hurt.

She remembered traveling to Colorado Springs with the H.E. Kroeker family and how much fun she had on that trip.&nbsp; They stayed in cabins and cooked all their meals together.

Her parents were custodians for Bethel Mennonite Church.&nbsp; Frieda would often help her parents with their duties.&nbsp; They were faithful members of the church and Frieda taught Sunday School for many years at Bethel Church and Crestview Bible Church where she was a current member.&nbsp; In all, she taught over 30 years of Bible School.

Frieda really enjoyed working in the Telephone Office in Inman, where she worked for a number of years.&nbsp; She also worked for Johnson Produce candling eggs.&nbsp; She loved Saturday evenings when friends would come to visit or go into the stores.&nbsp; Frieda enjoyed dressing up and going to the place she worked just to relax and visit with people.&nbsp; She had worked in a café on Main Street, washing dishes and making hamburgers.&nbsp; Frieda saved up money from this job to purchase most of the furniture when she and Millie were first married.

She was united in marriage to Milford John “Millie” Harder on October 14, 1951 in Inman. From this union, five children were born.&nbsp; Their first son, Gary Lee, lived only three days until the Lord took him Home.&nbsp;

Frieda and Millie went on to have four more children, Allen, Alice, Jeanette and Jane. All of their children were all married at Crestview Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, by the same pastor, Rodney Goertzen.

She and Millie shared 66 years of marriage together before his passing on August 27, 2017.

Frieda was very thankful the Lord had led her, Millie, and their family on their journey through life.&nbsp; She was grateful for God’s blessings and guidance in her and her family’s lives.&nbsp; Frieda will be remembered and missed by the residents at Pleasant View Home, as many would hear her say “Amen” and “Praise the Lord” when they would walk past her open door.

She is survived by her son, Allen (Miriam) Harder of Omaha, NE; daughters, Alice (Tim) Koehn of Okeene, OK, Jeanette (Gary) Freel of Clovis, CA, and Jane (Scott) Schriner of Inman; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Wilbur (Reta) Wiens of Inman, and Edwin (Twila) Wiens of Houston, TX.

Frieda was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Gary Lee Harder; and brother, Ernie Wiens.

Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the Pleasant View Home Chapel, 108 N Walnut, Inman, Kansas, 67546.  Private burial will take place at North Inman Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Home in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

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 </figure>Frieda Hilda Harder was born on a farm east of Inman, Kansas to John W. and Anna (Doerksen) Wiens on June 8, 1926.&nbsp; She was the oldest and only daughter, followed by her three brothers, Ernie, Wilbur and Edwin.&nbsp; They all attended Inman Grade School and graduated from Inman High School.&nbsp; She was a lifelong Inman resident until her passing on Tuesday, January 30, 2024, at the age of 97 years.Growing up, Frieda’s parents had cows and she would often enjoy milking them.&nbsp; She enjoyed it so much she would bribe her brothers with a piece of pie as a trade to milk the cows.&nbsp; Of course, they gladly accepted this.&nbsp; A neighbor’s cow got out of the pasture and ran straight for Frieda when she was younger, playing in the sandpile on the north side of their home.&nbsp; She got ran over by the cow and became scared, but luckily wasn’t hurt.She remembered traveling to Colorado Springs with the H.E. Kroeker family and how much fun she had on that trip.&nbsp; They stayed in cabins and cooked all their meals together.Her parents were custodians for Bethel Mennonite Church.&nbsp; Frieda would often help her parents with their duties.&nbsp; They were faithful members of the church and Frieda taught Sunday School for many years at Bethel Church and Crestview Bible Church where she was a current member.&nbsp; In all, she taught over 30 years of Bible School.Frieda really enjoyed working in the Telephone Office in Inman, where she worked for a number of years.&nbsp; She also worked for Johnson Produce candling eggs.&nbsp; She loved Saturday evenings when friends would come to visit or go into the stores.&nbsp; Frieda enjoyed dressing up and going to the place she worked just to relax and visit with people.&nbsp; She had worked in a café on Main Street, washing dishes and making hamburgers.&nbsp; Frieda saved up money from this job to purchase most of the furniture when she and Millie were first married.She was united in marriage to Milford John “Millie” Harder on October 14, 1951 in Inman. From this union, five children were born.&nbsp; Their first son, Gary Lee, lived only three days until the Lord took him Home.&nbsp;Frieda and Millie went on to have four more children, Allen, Alice, Jeanette and Jane. All of their children were all married at Crestview Bible Church in Hutchinson, Kansas, by the same pastor, Rodney Goertzen.She and Millie shared 66 years of marriage together before his passing on August 27, 2017.Frieda was very thankful the Lord had led her, Millie, and their family on their journey through life.&nbsp; She was grateful for God’s blessings and guidance in her and her family’s lives.&nbsp; Frieda will be remembered and missed by the residents at Pleasant View Home, as many would hear her say “Amen” and “Praise the Lord” when they would walk past her open door.She is survived by her son, Allen (Miriam) Harder of Omaha, NE; daughters, Alice (Tim) Koehn of Okeene, OK, Jeanette (Gary) Freel of Clovis, CA, and Jane (Scott) Schriner of Inman; 11 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; and brothers, Wilbur (Reta) Wiens of Inman, and Edwin (Twila) Wiens of Houston, TX.Frieda was preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Gary Lee Harder; and brother, Ernie Wiens.Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 6, 2024 at the Pleasant View Home Chapel, 108 N Walnut, Inman, Kansas, 67546. Private burial will take place at North Inman Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Home in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

Frieda Hilda Harder |1926-2024|

Lindsay Lee Oliver, 41, of Galva, KS and formerly of McPherson, KS, entered the arms of Jesus on Friday, June 7, 2024.

Lindsay was born on June 11, 1982, in Moundridge, KS, the daughter of Ronald Ray and Joyce Elaine (Plenert) Gingrich.&nbsp; She graduated from Calhan High School (Colorado) in 2000.&nbsp; She continued her education at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO, received her bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado &nbsp;in Colorado Springs and a master’s degree from Fort Hays State University.

She was a Special Education Teacher at the Canton-Galva Jr./Sr. High School and formerly at the McPherson Middle School.&nbsp; Lindsay was a member of First United Methodist Church, McPherson.

On July 7, 2021, Lindsay was united in marriage to Joshua Oliver at the Margaritaville Resort in Missouri.

She leaves behind her loving husband, Joshua; children, Ethan Harrington, Blake Harrington, Afton Harrington, and Haven Oliver;&nbsp; mother, Joyce Gingrich of McPherson, KS; siblings, Jenny Gingrich, Adam Gingrich, and Cody Bacon, all of McPherson, KS; parents-in-law, Jim &amp; Bernie Oliver of Canton, KS; brother-in-law, Jason Oliver of Canton, KS; grandmother, Millie Stucky of McPherson, KS; the father of Ethan, Blake, &amp; Afton, Jeremy Harrington of McPherson, KS; and many extended family members and a host of friends.

Last but not least, she is survived by her six fur babies.&nbsp; There was never a rescue animal Lindsay did not want.

Lindsay was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Gingrich, and grandparents, Roland &amp; Etta Mae Plenert.

A date for Lindsay’s celebration of life will be held and announced in the coming days.

A savings account has been set up for the children’s education.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the fund should be made payable to Josh Oliver with “Harrington Kids Education Fund” in the memo line and can be mailed to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Lindsay Lee Oliver, 41, of Galva, KS and formerly of McPherson, KS, entered the arms of Jesus on Friday, June 7, 2024.Lindsay was born on June 11, 1982, in Moundridge, KS, the daughter of Ronald Ray and Joyce Elaine (Plenert) Gingrich.&nbsp; She graduated from Calhan High School (Colorado) in 2000.&nbsp; She continued her education at the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO, received her bachelor’s degree from University of Colorado &nbsp;in Colorado Springs and a master’s degree from Fort Hays State University.She was a Special Education Teacher at the Canton-Galva Jr./Sr. High School and formerly at the McPherson Middle School.&nbsp; Lindsay was a member of First United Methodist Church, McPherson.On July 7, 2021, Lindsay was united in marriage to Joshua Oliver at the Margaritaville Resort in Missouri.She leaves behind her loving husband, Joshua; children, Ethan Harrington, Blake Harrington, Afton Harrington, and Haven Oliver;&nbsp; mother, Joyce Gingrich of McPherson, KS; siblings, Jenny Gingrich, Adam Gingrich, and Cody Bacon, all of McPherson, KS; parents-in-law, Jim &amp; Bernie Oliver of Canton, KS; brother-in-law, Jason Oliver of Canton, KS; grandmother, Millie Stucky of McPherson, KS; the father of Ethan, Blake, &amp; Afton, Jeremy Harrington of McPherson, KS; and many extended family members and a host of friends.Last but not least, she is survived by her six fur babies.&nbsp; There was never a rescue animal Lindsay did not want.Lindsay was preceded in death by her father, Ronald Gingrich, and grandparents, Roland &amp; Etta Mae Plenert.A date for Lindsay’s celebration of life will be held and announced in the coming days.A savings account has been set up for the children’s education.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the fund should be made payable to Josh Oliver with “Harrington Kids Education Fund” in the memo line and can be mailed to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Lindsay Lee Oliver |1982-2024|

Donnie Lee (Don) McCaskill, 70 of Mount Hope, Kansas passed away on June 7, 2024, at the Hospice House in Hutchinson, Kansas surrounded by his family. He was born March 8th, 1954, in Hutchinson, Kansas to J.B. and Alice (Meyer) McCaskill. He graduated from Burrton High School in 1972 and from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in 1996.

On December 12, 1981, he married the love of his life, Patti (Abbey) in Mount Hope, Kansas. He dedicated almost 43 years to loving her. Don worked in Law Enforcement as a police officer for both the Mount Hope and Colwich Police Departments before becoming the Mount Hope Police Chief until he retired in 2012. Don was also a member of the Mount Hope Volunteer Fire Department for many years. Don was very involved in the city; he was currently serving on the Mount Hope EMS and Larsen Community Center Association boards and previously served as the president of the City Council. The last few months, he fought a courageous battle against esophageal cancer.

Don loved his family with all his heart. He is survived by his wife, daughters Nicole DeLuna (Luis), Lindsey Younkin (Bobby), grandsons Garrett McCaskill and Dominic DeLuna and granddaughter Avery Younkin, his sisters Nelda Dow and Nona Perriman (Bob), brothers Larry McCaskill (Cindy) and Dwayne McCaskill (Lori) and a host nieces and nephews. Other survivors are his brothers-in-law Tim Abbey (Cindy) and Kim Cooley and sister-in-law Pam Stubby. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Loretta Lewis and Barbara McCaskill Harper, brother Jay B., Jr., Brother-in-law Merwin Lewis and sisters-in-law Marilyn McCaskill and Sheryl Cooley.

A celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus located at 318 E. Rush Avenue in Andale, Kansas; lunch to follow.

Memorials may be sent to:&nbsp; Mount Hope EMS at P.O. Box 382, Mount Hope, Kansas 67108 and Mount Hope Fire Department at 112 W. Main Mount Hope, Kansas 67108.

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 </figure>Donnie Lee (Don) McCaskill, 70 of Mount Hope, Kansas passed away on June 7, 2024, at the Hospice House in Hutchinson, Kansas surrounded by his family. He was born March 8th, 1954, in Hutchinson, Kansas to J.B. and Alice (Meyer) McCaskill. He graduated from Burrton High School in 1972 and from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center in 1996.On December 12, 1981, he married the love of his life, Patti (Abbey) in Mount Hope, Kansas. He dedicated almost 43 years to loving her. Don worked in Law Enforcement as a police officer for both the Mount Hope and Colwich Police Departments before becoming the Mount Hope Police Chief until he retired in 2012. Don was also a member of the Mount Hope Volunteer Fire Department for many years. Don was very involved in the city; he was currently serving on the Mount Hope EMS and Larsen Community Center Association boards and previously served as the president of the City Council. The last few months, he fought a courageous battle against esophageal cancer.Don loved his family with all his heart. He is survived by his wife, daughters Nicole DeLuna (Luis), Lindsey Younkin (Bobby), grandsons Garrett McCaskill and Dominic DeLuna and granddaughter Avery Younkin, his sisters Nelda Dow and Nona Perriman (Bob), brothers Larry McCaskill (Cindy) and Dwayne McCaskill (Lori) and a host nieces and nephews. Other survivors are his brothers-in-law Tim Abbey (Cindy) and Kim Cooley and sister-in-law Pam Stubby. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Loretta Lewis and Barbara McCaskill Harper, brother Jay B., Jr., Brother-in-law Merwin Lewis and sisters-in-law Marilyn McCaskill and Sheryl Cooley.A celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Knights of Columbus located at 318 E. Rush Avenue in Andale, Kansas; lunch to follow.Memorials may be sent to:&nbsp; Mount Hope EMS at P.O. Box 382, Mount Hope, Kansas 67108 and Mount Hope Fire Department at 112 W. Main Mount Hope, Kansas 67108.

Donnie Lee (Don) McCaskill |1954-2024|

David Matthew Sloan, 63, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.&nbsp; He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Frances Charlene Sloan and Walter L. Sloan.&nbsp; Raised in the Valley Center, Kansas area where he attended school and was a 1978 graduate of Valley Center High School. After graduation he attended WSU. He was gifted in his career choice as a Graphics Designer.&nbsp; He also enjoyed coin collecting, woodworking and carpentry.

He is preceded in death by his brothers Randy Sloan and Richard Sloan.

David is survived by his parents, his brother Chris Sloan, his sister Frances (Deanne) Phillips, niece Katrina Maskaid and nephew David Phillips.

In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in his memory to the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, Ks 67219.

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 </figure>David Matthew Sloan, 63, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.&nbsp; He was born in Wichita, Kansas to Frances Charlene Sloan and Walter L. Sloan.&nbsp; Raised in the Valley Center, Kansas area where he attended school and was a 1978 graduate of Valley Center High School. After graduation he attended WSU. He was gifted in his career choice as a Graphics Designer.&nbsp; He also enjoyed coin collecting, woodworking and carpentry.He is preceded in death by his brothers Randy Sloan and Richard Sloan.David is survived by his parents, his brother Chris Sloan, his sister Frances (Deanne) Phillips, niece Katrina Maskaid and nephew David Phillips.In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be designated in his memory to the Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, Ks 67219.Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

David Matthew Sloan |2024|

Mary Jane Janzen, 83, died June 7, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born January 3, 1941, in Lucas, KS, to Paul and Wilma Dean (Girton) Brozek.

Mary graduated from Lucas High School and attended Salt City Business College for two years. She worked for Consolidated Manufacturing and Western Foods in Hutchinson.

Along with her passion for bowling, Mary enjoyed gardening, shopping, and cherished her family deeply. Her dedication to remembering birthdays and anniversaries ensured her loved ones felt special and speaks volumes about her caring nature.

On April 14, 1979, she married Levi D. Janzen in Hutchinson. They shared over 38 years of marriage, prior to his death on January 6, 2018.

Mary is survived by: her children, Aldon (Alma) Isenberg, Steve (Norma Jane) Isenberg, Marlo (Doug) Janzen, Michelle (Dale) Bird; siblings, Aldon (Fredda) Brozek, Zina (Lonnie) Hayden, Bob (Janice) Brozek; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Levi Janzen; parents; parents-in-law, Abe and Elizabeth Janzen; son, James Daniel; brother, Emery Brozek; and sister, Erma Jeanne Isenberg.

Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson with Pastor Tonya Wenger officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. with family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County or First Mennonite Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Mary Jane Janzen, 83, died June 7, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born January 3, 1941, in Lucas, KS, to Paul and Wilma Dean (Girton) Brozek.Mary graduated from Lucas High School and attended Salt City Business College for two years. She worked for Consolidated Manufacturing and Western Foods in Hutchinson.Along with her passion for bowling, Mary enjoyed gardening, shopping, and cherished her family deeply. Her dedication to remembering birthdays and anniversaries ensured her loved ones felt special and speaks volumes about her caring nature.On April 14, 1979, she married Levi D. Janzen in Hutchinson. They shared over 38 years of marriage, prior to his death on January 6, 2018.Mary is survived by: her children, Aldon (Alma) Isenberg, Steve (Norma Jane) Isenberg, Marlo (Doug) Janzen, Michelle (Dale) Bird; siblings, Aldon (Fredda) Brozek, Zina (Lonnie) Hayden, Bob (Janice) Brozek; 9 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by: her husband, Levi Janzen; parents; parents-in-law, Abe and Elizabeth Janzen; son, James Daniel; brother, Emery Brozek; and sister, Erma Jeanne Isenberg.Graveside service will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 13, 2024, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson with Pastor Tonya Wenger officiating. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. with family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County or First Mennonite Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Mary Jane Janzen |1941-2024|

Kelly Eugene McGlynn, 64, died June 6, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born August 19, 1959, in Hutchinson, KS, to Lawrence Eugene McGlynn and Phyllis Phyllis Jolane (Harper) McGlynn.

Kelly was a 1977 graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;After graduation, he went to work at Doskocil Companies Inc., South Hutchinson, KS, and was employed for over 21 years.

Kelly enjoyed all sports, but he was a loyal supporter of the University of Kansas Basketball and Football, Kansas City Chiefs Football, and Kansas City Royals Baseball teams. He could also be found out on a golf course or at a nearby fishing hole.

On March 22, 1983, Kelly married Connie Jo Tucker in Miami, OK. &nbsp;They shared over 41 years of marriage.

Kelly is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Connie McGlynn of South Hutchinson, KS; daughters, Ashley (Matthew) Perdue of South Hutchinson, KS, and Samantha McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren: Alexander Perdue, Cameron Perdue, and Andrew McGlynn; brother, Jeff McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS; sisters, Carmel McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS, and Jan McGlynn of Wichita, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brother, Tim McGlynn; and son, Zachary McGlynn.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 14, 2024, at the Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;The family would like to encourage all attendees to wear casual attire. &nbsp;Private family burial will be at a later date in Fairlawn Burial Park. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The memorial service can be viewed online beginning at 10:15 a.m. on the day of the service by going to Kelly’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and clicking on the link located at the end of the obituary.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxODA0OTEwMjMxMzE1NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the memorial service.</a>

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Kelly Eugene McGlynn, 64, died June 6, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born August 19, 1959, in Hutchinson, KS, to Lawrence Eugene McGlynn and Phyllis Phyllis Jolane (Harper) McGlynn.Kelly was a 1977 graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;After graduation, he went to work at Doskocil Companies Inc., South Hutchinson, KS, and was employed for over 21 years.Kelly enjoyed all sports, but he was a loyal supporter of the University of Kansas Basketball and Football, Kansas City Chiefs Football, and Kansas City Royals Baseball teams. He could also be found out on a golf course or at a nearby fishing hole.On March 22, 1983, Kelly married Connie Jo Tucker in Miami, OK. &nbsp;They shared over 41 years of marriage.Kelly is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Connie McGlynn of South Hutchinson, KS; daughters, Ashley (Matthew) Perdue of South Hutchinson, KS, and Samantha McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren: Alexander Perdue, Cameron Perdue, and Andrew McGlynn; brother, Jeff McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS; sisters, Carmel McGlynn of Hutchinson, KS, and Jan McGlynn of Wichita, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brother, Tim McGlynn; and son, Zachary McGlynn.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 14, 2024, at the Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;The family would like to encourage all attendees to wear casual attire. &nbsp;Private family burial will be at a later date in Fairlawn Burial Park. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The memorial service can be viewed online beginning at 10:15 a.m. on the day of the service by going to Kelly’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and clicking on the link located at the end of the obituary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxODA0OTEwMjMxMzE1NCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the memorial service.</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Kelly Eugene McGlynn |1959-2024|

Arlene Grace Schroeder, 89, of Inman, Kansas, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson. She was born on August 22, 1934 in rural Inman, Kansas, to Curt T. and Sarah (Androes) Regehr.

She graduated from Inman High School with the class of 1952. Arlene later served in 1-W service in Newtown, Connecticut.

Arlene was united in marriage to Lewis D. Schroeder on December 28, 1970 at the Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman.

She was a devoted homemaker and worked as a cook at the Inman High School for several years.

Arlene was a member of Bethel Mennonite church in Inman, where she was a longtime Sunday School teacher and was involved in the Friendship Circle. She made many quilts for her children and grandchildren. She also volunteered at the Et Cetera Shop in Hutchinson.

She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Lewis, of the home; five children, Beverly (Scott) Davis of Salome, AZ, Bonnie (Rich) Jennings of Newport, WA, Brenda (Kevin) Meyer of Wichita, Becky (Terry) Webster of Inman, and Jeremy (Kathleen) Schroeder of Flagstaff, AZ; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Marie Regehr of Inman, and Janet Schroeder of Springfield, MO.

Arlene was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Zachary Riffel; three brothers, Virgil Regehr, Robert Regehr and Henry Regehr; and sister, LaVera Neufeld.

Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman. The services will be livestreamed at www.bethelinman.org. Private burial will be held at North Inman Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, at Buhler Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Mennonite Church or Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

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 </figure>Arlene Grace Schroeder, 89, of Inman, Kansas, passed away Saturday, June 8, 2024 surrounded by family at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson. She was born on August 22, 1934 in rural Inman, Kansas, to Curt T. and Sarah (Androes) Regehr.She graduated from Inman High School with the class of 1952. Arlene later served in 1-W service in Newtown, Connecticut.Arlene was united in marriage to Lewis D. Schroeder on December 28, 1970 at the Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman.She was a devoted homemaker and worked as a cook at the Inman High School for several years.Arlene was a member of Bethel Mennonite church in Inman, where she was a longtime Sunday School teacher and was involved in the Friendship Circle. She made many quilts for her children and grandchildren. She also volunteered at the Et Cetera Shop in Hutchinson.She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Lewis, of the home; five children, Beverly (Scott) Davis of Salome, AZ, Bonnie (Rich) Jennings of Newport, WA, Brenda (Kevin) Meyer of Wichita, Becky (Terry) Webster of Inman, and Jeremy (Kathleen) Schroeder of Flagstaff, AZ; nine grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two sisters-in-law, Marie Regehr of Inman, and Janet Schroeder of Springfield, MO.Arlene was preceded in death by her parents; grandson, Zachary Riffel; three brothers, Virgil Regehr, Robert Regehr and Henry Regehr; and sister, LaVera Neufeld.Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman. The services will be livestreamed at www.bethelinman.org. Private burial will be held at North Inman Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, at Buhler Mortuary. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Mennonite Church or Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

Arlene Grace Schroeder |1934-2024|

Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray, born November 15, 1953, to L. Howard Hawthorne and Georgine (Ginn) Hawthorne, passed away on April 25, 2024 in Redmond, Washington. She grew up in Little River, Kansas and moved to Hays with her family in 1970, graduating from Hays High School in 1971.

Nona studied nursing at Fort Hays State University and Advanced Practice Nursing Child and Family Mental Health at the University of Kansas. Her long medical career took her to various places throughout Kansas, Ohio, and Washington.

Nona was a patron of the arts and in her younger years enjoyed camping.

On April 21, 1984 she gave birth to the pride and joy of her life her beautiful daughter Kathleen (Kate) Francis Murray.

Nona is survived by her brothers, Steve (Vicki) Hawthorne of Hays, KS, Lee Hawthorne of Hoisington, KS, step daughters Megan (Marcel) Shoemaker of Bella Vista, AR and Julie (Brian) Nelson of Topeka, KS, nieces Skye (Robert) Bare of Pratt, KS, Erin (Dr. Benjamin) Kinderknecht of Maryville, MO, Carly Hawthorne (Jesse Stockwell) of Colorado Springs, CO, and her best friend and roommate of many years, Pamela Wickenhauser of Redmond, WA. She is also survived by her step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, great nieces and nephews and great-great niece.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Georgine Hawthorne, her daughter Kate Murray and friend Dennis Franz.

Graveside services are Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. in Bean Cemetery, Little River, KS.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your local chapter of the cancer society or the humane society in memory of Nona Murray. Memories and words of comfort can be left with the family at

nonamurraymemories@gmail.com. Cards can be sent to Steve Hawthorne, P.O. Box 95, Hays, KS 67601

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray</figcaption>
 </figure>Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray, born November 15, 1953, to L. Howard Hawthorne and Georgine (Ginn) Hawthorne, passed away on April 25, 2024 in Redmond, Washington. She grew up in Little River, Kansas and moved to Hays with her family in 1970, graduating from Hays High School in 1971.Nona studied nursing at Fort Hays State University and Advanced Practice Nursing Child and Family Mental Health at the University of Kansas. Her long medical career took her to various places throughout Kansas, Ohio, and Washington.Nona was a patron of the arts and in her younger years enjoyed camping.On April 21, 1984 she gave birth to the pride and joy of her life her beautiful daughter Kathleen (Kate) Francis Murray.Nona is survived by her brothers, Steve (Vicki) Hawthorne of Hays, KS, Lee Hawthorne of Hoisington, KS, step daughters Megan (Marcel) Shoemaker of Bella Vista, AR and Julie (Brian) Nelson of Topeka, KS, nieces Skye (Robert) Bare of Pratt, KS, Erin (Dr. Benjamin) Kinderknecht of Maryville, MO, Carly Hawthorne (Jesse Stockwell) of Colorado Springs, CO, and her best friend and roommate of many years, Pamela Wickenhauser of Redmond, WA. She is also survived by her step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, great nieces and nephews and great-great niece.She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Georgine Hawthorne, her daughter Kate Murray and friend Dennis Franz.Graveside services are Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. in Bean Cemetery, Little River, KS.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your local chapter of the cancer society or the humane society in memory of Nona Murray. Memories and words of comfort can be left with the family atnonamurraymemories@gmail.com. Cards can be sent to Steve Hawthorne, P.O. Box 95, Hays, KS 67601

Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray |1953-2024|

Keith Haskell Sims, 95, was born on May 18, 1929, in Howard, Kansas. He passed away June 4, 2024, in Newton, Kansas with family by his side. He was born to Charles and Theresa (Jontra) Sims.&nbsp;

Keith served with the United States Army stateside and in Guam. Returning home, he went to work for Beech Aircraft, retiring after 40 years, and then worked for Sacks Cab Company.&nbsp;

Keith was a master woodcrafter, taking a plain piece of wood and turning it into a beautiful creation. He loved watching John Wayne westerns and Nascar races. He was known as Mr. Fix it. He loved hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;

Keith was a man of unwavering faith and dedication, serving at First Christian Church in Newton, KS, for 54 years. He loved, lived, and cared for his family.&nbsp;

Keith was survived by four daughters, Pamela (Michael) Whalen, Annette (Ron) Alee, Elizabeth (Paul) Jordan, and Irene (Raymond) Stapleford; and one son, David (Victoria) Haviland; grandchildren, John (Stephanie), Christopher (Amanda), Adam (Tiffany), Joseph (Gillian), Stacey (CJ), Nicole (Brandon, Seth, Sarah (Tony), Jessica, Brandon (Shelby), Steven (Haley), Garrett, Austin, Alyssa, Alex, Logan, Aaliyah, Alexis, Ziva, Javier, Christopher Jr., Juliana, Stacey, Ashlynn, Ezra, Bjorn, Ellie, Brooks, Cooper, Karter.&nbsp;

Keith was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Sims; his parents, Charles and Theresa Sims; his sister, Dorothy Myers; two sons, Michael and Gary Haviland; one daughter-in-love, Phyllis Haviland; and one great-granddaughter, Kinzie Grace Whalen.&nbsp;

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday, June 10, 2024, at Petersen Funeral Home. The funeral service is at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at the funeral home, with a graveside following at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial contributions in Keith’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior project and left with Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717873383223.jpeg" alt="Keith Haskell Sims" />
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 </figure>Keith Haskell Sims, 95, was born on May 18, 1929, in Howard, Kansas. He passed away June 4, 2024, in Newton, Kansas with family by his side. He was born to Charles and Theresa (Jontra) Sims.&nbsp;Keith served with the United States Army stateside and in Guam. Returning home, he went to work for Beech Aircraft, retiring after 40 years, and then worked for Sacks Cab Company.&nbsp;Keith was a master woodcrafter, taking a plain piece of wood and turning it into a beautiful creation. He loved watching John Wayne westerns and Nascar races. He was known as Mr. Fix it. He loved hunting and fishing. He loved spending time with his family and friends.&nbsp;Keith was a man of unwavering faith and dedication, serving at First Christian Church in Newton, KS, for 54 years. He loved, lived, and cared for his family.&nbsp;Keith was survived by four daughters, Pamela (Michael) Whalen, Annette (Ron) Alee, Elizabeth (Paul) Jordan, and Irene (Raymond) Stapleford; and one son, David (Victoria) Haviland; grandchildren, John (Stephanie), Christopher (Amanda), Adam (Tiffany), Joseph (Gillian), Stacey (CJ), Nicole (Brandon, Seth, Sarah (Tony), Jessica, Brandon (Shelby), Steven (Haley), Garrett, Austin, Alyssa, Alex, Logan, Aaliyah, Alexis, Ziva, Javier, Christopher Jr., Juliana, Stacey, Ashlynn, Ezra, Bjorn, Ellie, Brooks, Cooper, Karter.&nbsp;Keith was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Sims; his parents, Charles and Theresa Sims; his sister, Dorothy Myers; two sons, Michael and Gary Haviland; one daughter-in-love, Phyllis Haviland; and one great-granddaughter, Kinzie Grace Whalen.&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m., Monday, June 10, 2024, at Petersen Funeral Home. The funeral service is at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at the funeral home, with a graveside following at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial contributions in Keith’s name may be made to the Wounded Warrior project and left with Petersen Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Keith Haskell Sims |1929-2024|

Leona M. Whited Bratcher, 94, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Brookdale, McPherson.&nbsp;

Leona was born on July 26, 1929, near Lindsborg, KS, the daughter of Johan Hjalmar Ernest and Ethel Aurora Christina (Falen) Jacobson.&nbsp; She graduated from Lindsborg High School and attended Bethany College.&nbsp;

She worked at Swick-Guth as a machinist and was a telephone switchboard operator, nurse aid, and shoe dept. manager at Walmart.

On March 21, 1953, Leona was united in marriage to Wayne B. Whited in Lindsborg, KS.&nbsp; He died February 27, 1993.&nbsp; She married B. Ray Bratcher on April 3, 1997, in McPherson, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on June 18, 2022.

Survivors include six children, Gary Wayne Whited (Arnell) of Hutchinson, KS, Ron Whited (Carolyn) of Grifton, NC, Wanda Weyand (Robert) of McPherson, KS, Mike Bratcher (Lou Rice) of Houston, TX, Kent Bratcher (Rhonda) of Yukon, OK, and Gary Bratcher (Donna Taylor) of Dallas, TX; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, and four brothers, Henry, John, Vernon, and Delbert Jacobson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 13, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Lindsborg.

Memorial donations may be made to McPherson County Food Bank or the Cat House in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Leona M. Whited Bratcher, 94, of McPherson, KS, peacefully passed away on Friday, June 7, 2024, at Brookdale, McPherson.&nbsp;Leona was born on July 26, 1929, near Lindsborg, KS, the daughter of Johan Hjalmar Ernest and Ethel Aurora Christina (Falen) Jacobson.&nbsp; She graduated from Lindsborg High School and attended Bethany College.&nbsp;She worked at Swick-Guth as a machinist and was a telephone switchboard operator, nurse aid, and shoe dept. manager at Walmart.On March 21, 1953, Leona was united in marriage to Wayne B. Whited in Lindsborg, KS.&nbsp; He died February 27, 1993.&nbsp; She married B. Ray Bratcher on April 3, 1997, in McPherson, KS.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on June 18, 2022.Survivors include six children, Gary Wayne Whited (Arnell) of Hutchinson, KS, Ron Whited (Carolyn) of Grifton, NC, Wanda Weyand (Robert) of McPherson, KS, Mike Bratcher (Lou Rice) of Houston, TX, Kent Bratcher (Rhonda) of Yukon, OK, and Gary Bratcher (Donna Taylor) of Dallas, TX; 14 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, and four brothers, Henry, John, Vernon, and Delbert Jacobson.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 12, 2024, at Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.&nbsp; The funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 13, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Elmwood Cemetery, Lindsborg.Memorial donations may be made to McPherson County Food Bank or the Cat House in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

Leona M. Whited Bratcher |1929-2024|

Dr. Charlotte Anne Siemens, 64, died peacefully in North Newton, Kansas, under hospice care on May 31, 2024, surrounded by family.

Charlotte was born on January 29, 1960, to Richard and Frances Siemens. Although she would boast that her birthday was Kansas Day, Charlotte was actually born in Seattle, Washington. &nbsp;She grew up in Lyons, Kansas, with younger brother, Douglas Todd.

After graduating from Bethel College, North Newton, Kansas, Charlotte attended medical school at the University of Kansas, completing a residency in Wichita and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin.&nbsp;

Charlotte began dating David Sprunger in 1978, and they were married by Rev. Marvin Zehr on June 25, 1988. The couple raised three children: Samuel Warren, Jacob William, and Anna Elizabeth.

Charlotte dedicated her career to working with children, young adults, and their families, practicing child and adolescent psychiatry in Fargo, North Dakota, for 28 years. When she retired from full-time practice, she was running a partial-hospitalization program for Sanford Medical Center where she also enjoyed working with medical students. She was proud to receive the James E. Mitchell, M.D., outstanding teacher award in 2019. In 2020, after Charlotte and David returned to Kansas, Charlotte worked part-time at Prairie View. Even as her health failed, she hoped to return to practice, so she could follow her patients’ progress.

Charlotte took great pleasure in cooking and baking, especially as a creative and social activity. In Fargo, she participated in a gourmet club with like-minded women who gathered monthly to prepare elaborate meals and enjoy each other’s company. Each summer she looked forward to using her garden produce to prepare gallons of salsa and Italian sauce. One year, she entered some of her salsas in the Cass County fair and emerged with a blue ribbon for tomato salsa and a Reserve Champion award for her peach salsa. As she and David designed their new house in North Newton, she made sure it featured a spacious kitchen, optimized for group cooking.&nbsp;

Charlotte felt a special connection to the natural world. She tried to walk daily, and her favorite indoor places were full of plants. Time spent hiking and fishing at the family cabin in southwest Colorado brought her particular joy. In Fargo, she participated in city xeriscape programs and one year even arranged for an adjusted work schedule in order to attend classes for certification as a master gardener. Family trips were not complete without visits to local botanical gardens. It is not surprising that she and David were married outdoors with Wichita’s Botanica in its early summer glory. In her final moments, she was covered with a quilt depicting irises and butterflies with a border of sunflowers, her favorite flower.

Charlotte was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by husband, David Sprunger (North Newton, Kansas); children Sam (Ellie) Sprunger (Maple Grove, Minnesota), Jacob (Alžběta Lutzká) Sprunger (Hustopeče, Czech Republic), Anna Sprunger (Middleton, Wisconsin); grandchild Harvey Sprunger; and brother Doug (Lu Ann Zook) Siemens (Newton, Kansas).&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held June 22, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Bethel College Mennonite Church, preceded by a private inurnment service. The memorial service will be live streamed.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Bethel College.

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 </figure>Dr. Charlotte Anne Siemens, 64, died peacefully in North Newton, Kansas, under hospice care on May 31, 2024, surrounded by family.Charlotte was born on January 29, 1960, to Richard and Frances Siemens. Although she would boast that her birthday was Kansas Day, Charlotte was actually born in Seattle, Washington. &nbsp;She grew up in Lyons, Kansas, with younger brother, Douglas Todd.After graduating from Bethel College, North Newton, Kansas, Charlotte attended medical school at the University of Kansas, completing a residency in Wichita and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin.&nbsp;Charlotte began dating David Sprunger in 1978, and they were married by Rev. Marvin Zehr on June 25, 1988. The couple raised three children: Samuel Warren, Jacob William, and Anna Elizabeth.Charlotte dedicated her career to working with children, young adults, and their families, practicing child and adolescent psychiatry in Fargo, North Dakota, for 28 years. When she retired from full-time practice, she was running a partial-hospitalization program for Sanford Medical Center where she also enjoyed working with medical students. She was proud to receive the James E. Mitchell, M.D., outstanding teacher award in 2019. In 2020, after Charlotte and David returned to Kansas, Charlotte worked part-time at Prairie View. Even as her health failed, she hoped to return to practice, so she could follow her patients’ progress.Charlotte took great pleasure in cooking and baking, especially as a creative and social activity. In Fargo, she participated in a gourmet club with like-minded women who gathered monthly to prepare elaborate meals and enjoy each other’s company. Each summer she looked forward to using her garden produce to prepare gallons of salsa and Italian sauce. One year, she entered some of her salsas in the Cass County fair and emerged with a blue ribbon for tomato salsa and a Reserve Champion award for her peach salsa. As she and David designed their new house in North Newton, she made sure it featured a spacious kitchen, optimized for group cooking.&nbsp;Charlotte felt a special connection to the natural world. She tried to walk daily, and her favorite indoor places were full of plants. Time spent hiking and fishing at the family cabin in southwest Colorado brought her particular joy. In Fargo, she participated in city xeriscape programs and one year even arranged for an adjusted work schedule in order to attend classes for certification as a master gardener. Family trips were not complete without visits to local botanical gardens. It is not surprising that she and David were married outdoors with Wichita’s Botanica in its early summer glory. In her final moments, she was covered with a quilt depicting irises and butterflies with a border of sunflowers, her favorite flower.Charlotte was predeceased by her parents. She is survived by husband, David Sprunger (North Newton, Kansas); children Sam (Ellie) Sprunger (Maple Grove, Minnesota), Jacob (Alžběta Lutzká) Sprunger (Hustopeče, Czech Republic), Anna Sprunger (Middleton, Wisconsin); grandchild Harvey Sprunger; and brother Doug (Lu Ann Zook) Siemens (Newton, Kansas).&nbsp;A memorial service will be held June 22, 2024, at 11 a.m. at the Bethel College Mennonite Church, preceded by a private inurnment service. The memorial service will be live streamed.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Bethel College.

Dr. Charlotte Anne Siemens |1960-2024|

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 </figure>Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray, born November 15, 1953, to L. Howard Hawthorne and Georgine (Ginn) Hawthorne, passed away on April 25, 2024 in Redmond, Washington. She grew up in Little River, Kansas and moved to Hays with her family in 1970, graduating from Hays High School in 1971.Nona studied nursing at Fort Hays State University and Advanced Practice Nursing Child and Family Mental Health at the University of Kansas. Her long medical career took her to various places throughout Kansas, Ohio, and Washington.Nona was a patron of the arts and in her younger years enjoyed camping.On April 21, 1984 she gave birth to the pride and joy of her life her beautiful daughter Kathleen (Kate) Francis Murray.Nona is survived by her brothers, Steve (Vicki) Hawthorne of Hays, KS, Lee Hawthorne of Hoisington, KS, step daughters Megan (Marcel) Shoemaker of Bella Vista, AR and Julie (Brian) Nelson of Topeka, KS, nieces Skye (Robert) Bare of Pratt, KS, Erin (Dr. Benjamin) Kinderknecht of Maryville, MO, Carly Hawthorne (Jesse Stockwell) of Colorado Springs, CO, and her best friend and roommate of many years, Pamela Wickenhauser of Redmond, WA. She is also survived by her step grandchildren, step great grandchildren, great nieces and nephews and great-great niece.She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Georgine Hawthorne, her daughter Kate Murray and friend Dennis Franz.Graveside services are Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. in Bean Cemetery, Little River, KS.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to your local chapter of the cancer society or the humane society in memory of Nona Murray. Memories and words of comfort can be left with the family atnonamurraymemories@gmail.com. Cards can be sent to Steve Hawthorne, P.O. Box 95, Hays, KS 67601

Wynona “Nona” Kay (Hawthorne) Murray

Anna Jane DeWater (Daines), 80, of South Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on June 3, 2024.

She was born on May 11, 1944, in Canon City, Colorado to John &amp; Beatrice (Epperson) Daines. After the death of her mother, Anna came back to Hutchinson in 1947 to be raised by her grandparents among their own 14 children.

In 1965 Anna met Russell (Bud) DeWater. They married Oct 14, 1967. Anna had four children from a prior marriage and welcomed a child in November 1969. Together they raised all five children.

Anna was a homemaker as the children were growing up and did the bookkeeping for The Independent Oil Company, a service station she co-owned with her husband, in South Hutchinson. Later in life, she baked bread for Sub &amp; Stuff Sandwich shop followed by housekeeping at &nbsp;Hutchinson Hospital for seventeen years until her retirement.&nbsp;

Anna is preceded in death by both parents, brother Lee Daines and daughter Darla Healey-Eckhoff.&nbsp;

She is survived by husband Russell, daughter Kimberley Howard of Hutchinson, son Johnnie Healey of Hutchinson, son Mike (Brenda) Healey of Bel Aire, and daughter Lana Bichet of Newton, &nbsp;nine grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, &nbsp;great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

A private family memorial is being planned.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made out to Russell Dewater and left in care of Petersen Family Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Anna Jane DeWater (Daines), 80, of South Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on June 3, 2024.She was born on May 11, 1944, in Canon City, Colorado to John &amp; Beatrice (Epperson) Daines. After the death of her mother, Anna came back to Hutchinson in 1947 to be raised by her grandparents among their own 14 children.In 1965 Anna met Russell (Bud) DeWater. They married Oct 14, 1967. Anna had four children from a prior marriage and welcomed a child in November 1969. Together they raised all five children.Anna was a homemaker as the children were growing up and did the bookkeeping for The Independent Oil Company, a service station she co-owned with her husband, in South Hutchinson. Later in life, she baked bread for Sub &amp; Stuff Sandwich shop followed by housekeeping at &nbsp;Hutchinson Hospital for seventeen years until her retirement.&nbsp;Anna is preceded in death by both parents, brother Lee Daines and daughter Darla Healey-Eckhoff.&nbsp;She is survived by husband Russell, daughter Kimberley Howard of Hutchinson, son Johnnie Healey of Hutchinson, son Mike (Brenda) Healey of Bel Aire, and daughter Lana Bichet of Newton, &nbsp;nine grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, &nbsp;great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.A private family memorial is being planned.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made out to Russell Dewater and left in care of Petersen Family Funeral Home.

Anna Jane DeWater |1944-2024|

Terry M. Fisher, 76, of Hutchinson, died May 31, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 24, 1947, in Nashville, KS, to James D. and Mary A. (Vierthaler) Fisher.

Terry graduated from Nickerson High School in 1965 and later from McPherson College. During his life, he worked at the City of Hutchinson and then in sales for Water Products, McPherson for over 20 years. Terry cherished his family; he loved spending time with them. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, and playing softball. Terry was a member of the Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson. He was very active in his church, participating in RCIA and Adoration.

On November 30, 1966, he married Sharon K. Walters in Hutchinson. They shared over 57 years of marriage before his passing.

Terry is survived by: wife, Sharon Fisher of Hutchinson; daughter, Deanna Fisher-Borders and husband, Todd, of Merrifield, MN; son, Micheal Fisher of Spring Branch, TX; grandchildren, Brittany (Stephen) Hicks of Pequot Lakes, MN, Marcus Fisher of Seattle, WA, and Brooklyn (Kody) Bartels of Merrifield, MN, and Payton Fisher of Carrollton, TX; great-grandchildren, Oliver Travers, Bradley and Charlie Hicks of Pequot Lakes, MN, Poppy, Henrick, Tulla, and Milo Bartels of Merrifield, MN; brothers, Jim Fisher of Scott City, KS, Richard Fisher of Sterling, KS, and Mark Fisher of Ingalls, KS; sister, Mary (Curtis) York of Healy, KS; sisters-in-law, Cindy (Phil) Hornbeck of Partridge, KS, and Beverly (Manuel) Pacheco of Albuquerque, NM.

He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, and great-granddaughter, Isabel Hicks.

Parish Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday until June 17, 2024.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717456457231.jpeg" alt="Terry M. Fisher" />
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 </figure>Terry M. Fisher, 76, of Hutchinson, died May 31, 2024, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, surrounded by loved ones. He was born July 24, 1947, in Nashville, KS, to James D. and Mary A. (Vierthaler) Fisher.Terry graduated from Nickerson High School in 1965 and later from McPherson College. During his life, he worked at the City of Hutchinson and then in sales for Water Products, McPherson for over 20 years. Terry cherished his family; he loved spending time with them. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, and playing softball. Terry was a member of the Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson. He was very active in his church, participating in RCIA and Adoration.On November 30, 1966, he married Sharon K. Walters in Hutchinson. They shared over 57 years of marriage before his passing.Terry is survived by: wife, Sharon Fisher of Hutchinson; daughter, Deanna Fisher-Borders and husband, Todd, of Merrifield, MN; son, Micheal Fisher of Spring Branch, TX; grandchildren, Brittany (Stephen) Hicks of Pequot Lakes, MN, Marcus Fisher of Seattle, WA, and Brooklyn (Kody) Bartels of Merrifield, MN, and Payton Fisher of Carrollton, TX; great-grandchildren, Oliver Travers, Bradley and Charlie Hicks of Pequot Lakes, MN, Poppy, Henrick, Tulla, and Milo Bartels of Merrifield, MN; brothers, Jim Fisher of Scott City, KS, Richard Fisher of Sterling, KS, and Mark Fisher of Ingalls, KS; sister, Mary (Curtis) York of Healy, KS; sisters-in-law, Cindy (Phil) Hornbeck of Partridge, KS, and Beverly (Manuel) Pacheco of Albuquerque, NM.He was preceded in death by his parents, parents-in-law, and great-granddaughter, Isabel Hicks.Parish Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. with Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11 a.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2024, both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday until June 17, 2024.

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