Pratt - Charles Jon Neifert, 78, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Hilltop Manor in Cunningham, Kansas. He was born on February 2, 1943, in Sacramento, California, to Leroy Lindell and Elva Sophie (McCardell) Neifert. Charles married Carla Jo Meredith (Olson) Neifert on June 6, 1964. They were married for 57 years. Charles worked as a minister for 36 years. He was a member of Pratt Friends Church. He enjoyed reading, fishing, bowling, teasing children, and talking. He is survived by his wife, Carla of Pratt, Kansas; children, Michael Leroy (Susan) Neifert of Pratt, Kansas; Jon Steven (Verla) Neifert of Otley, Iowa; Pamela Christine (Seth) Roe of Kingman, Kansas; and Patrick James (Christy) Neifert of Commerce City, Colorado; sisters, Patricia Lightfoot of Newberg, Oregon, and Ruth Bond of Nampa, Idaho; 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 3 nephews, and 1 niece. Charles is preceded in death by his parents; brothers-in-law, Richard Lightfoot and Ed Bond; and nephew, Jeff Lightfoot. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, July 30, 2021 at Pratt Friends Church, Pratt with Pastor Mike Neifert presiding. Inurnment will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pratt Friends Church or Eudora Baptist Church in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.

Pratt - Charles Jon Neifert, 78, passed away Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at Hilltop Manor in Cunningham, Kansas. He was born on February 2, 1943, in Sacramento, California, to Leroy Lindell and Elva Sophie (McCardell) Neifert. Charles married Carla Jo Meredith (Olson) Neifert on June 6, 1964. They were married for 57 years. Charles worked as a minister for 36 years. He was a member of Pratt Friends Church. He enjoyed reading, fishing, bowling, teasing children, and talking. He is survived by his wife, Carla of Pratt, Kansas; children, Michael Leroy (Susan) Neifert of Pratt, Kansas; Jon Steven (Verla) Neifert of Otley, Iowa; Pamela Christine (Seth) Roe of Kingman, Kansas; and Patrick James (Christy) Neifert of Commerce City, Colorado; sisters, Patricia Lightfoot of Newberg, Oregon, and Ruth Bond of Nampa, Idaho; 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 3 nephews, and 1 niece. Charles is preceded in death by his parents; brothers-in-law, Richard Lightfoot and Ed Bond; and nephew, Jeff Lightfoot. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, July 30, 2021 at Pratt Friends Church, Pratt with Pastor Mike Neifert presiding. Inurnment will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Pratt. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pratt Friends Church or Eudora Baptist Church in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.

Charles Jon Neifert |1943-2021|

Prenella Faye (Pommitt) Philbrick, 82, of Medicine Lodge, KS, died Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital.

She was born on March 3, 1939 in Garfield County, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alexander Dock Pommitt and Nina (Postier) Pommitt.

As a young woman, Prenella showed registered shorthorn cattle at state fairs in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. After her divorce, she became an over the road truck driver and also delivered new school buses from coast to coast. Prenella was very passionate about animals and wildlife. She was a lifetime Lutheran by faith and attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Medicine Lodge, KS and Faith Baptist Church in Attica, KS.

Prenella was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, J.C. Pommitt.

Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be in Covington Cemetery, Covington, OK.

Memorials may be made to Quarters for Canines, in care of, Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104.

Prenella Faye (Pommitt) Philbrick, 82, of Medicine Lodge, KS, died Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Medicine Lodge Memorial Hospital.She was born on March 3, 1939 in Garfield County, Oklahoma, the daughter of Alexander Dock Pommitt and Nina (Postier) Pommitt.As a young woman, Prenella showed registered shorthorn cattle at state fairs in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. After her divorce, she became an over the road truck driver and also delivered new school buses from coast to coast. Prenella was very passionate about animals and wildlife. She was a lifetime Lutheran by faith and attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Medicine Lodge, KS and Faith Baptist Church in Attica, KS.Prenella was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, J.C. Pommitt.Cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be in Covington Cemetery, Covington, OK.Memorials may be made to Quarters for Canines, in care of, Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104.

Prenella Faye (Pommitt) Philbrick |1939-2021|

Vivian Carol Smith, 89, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 23, 2021, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson. She worked for a telephone company for two years after graduating high school and as a teller at Bank of Inman for 25 years.

Vivian was born on October 12, 1931, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Walfred Cornelius and Mabel Florence (Johnson) Briggs. She graduated from Inman High School in 1949. On February 11, 1951, Vivian was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Howard Milton Smith, at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. Two children were born to this union, Perry and Norene.

She was a lifelong member of Andover Lutheran Church, Windom and associate member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson.

Survivors include: her loving husband of 70 years, Howard of the home; a son, Dr. Perry Smith (Krista) of Great Bend, KS; a daughter, Norene Kerschen (Daniel) of Garden Plain, KS; seven grandchildren, Emily Pauly (Ethan), Jon Kerschen (Emily), Rachel Schmidt (Jeffrey), Keith Kerschen, Kim Hay (Marshall), Kelsey Sciacca (Adam), and Mason Smith (Amy Urban); eleven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Betty Mowbray (Duane); half-sister, Opal Racster; and half-brother, Hersal Briggs.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, July 29, followed by a luncheon at Trinity Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, at the North Inman Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or Andover Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Vivian Carol Smith, 89, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Inman, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 23, 2021, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson. She worked for a telephone company for two years after graduating high school and as a teller at Bank of Inman for 25 years.Vivian was born on October 12, 1931, in Hutchinson, KS, the daughter of Walfred Cornelius and Mabel Florence (Johnson) Briggs. She graduated from Inman High School in 1949. On February 11, 1951, Vivian was united in marriage to her high school sweetheart, Howard Milton Smith, at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. Two children were born to this union, Perry and Norene.She was a lifelong member of Andover Lutheran Church, Windom and associate member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson.Survivors include: her loving husband of 70 years, Howard of the home; a son, Dr. Perry Smith (Krista) of Great Bend, KS; a daughter, Norene Kerschen (Daniel) of Garden Plain, KS; seven grandchildren, Emily Pauly (Ethan), Jon Kerschen (Emily), Rachel Schmidt (Jeffrey), Keith Kerschen, Kim Hay (Marshall), Kelsey Sciacca (Adam), and Mason Smith (Amy Urban); eleven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Betty Mowbray (Duane); half-sister, Opal Racster; and half-brother, Hersal Briggs.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, July 29, followed by a luncheon at Trinity Lutheran Church. A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, at the North Inman Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or Andover Lutheran Church in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Vivian Carol Smith |1931-2021|

Potwin, Kansas – 83, retired Goddard Public Schools 3rd grade teacher of 39 years. Miriam grew up in Potwin,and graduated from Potwin High School as the Salutatorian of her class, and also from Butler County Junior College. She began her teaching career at the age of 19 while completing her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Emporia State Teacher's College. She went on to also complete her Master of Educaton Degree from Emporia State University.  Miriam was named a Who's Who Among American Teachers recipient and was also named The Outstanding Elementary Teacher of America in 1973.

During her newspaper recognition interview, she proudly stated that while she was of sound enough mind and body to enjoy her weekends, she enjoyed teaching enough to look forward to Monday mornings each new week. During her retirement years she enjoyed her word puzzles and being an avid reader. She also enjoyed being involved in her nieces and nephews educations.

Survivors include: nieces, Mary (Ray) Brown, Laura (Terry) Kilgore; nephew, George (Pat) Kasper; many other nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Anna (Thomas) McLain and all of her brothers and sisters, Dorothy Young, Ellen Criger, Wilma Criger, Margaret Kasper, and Arthur McLain Jr. and half-brother Warren McLain and half-sister Mary Whiteside.

Services will be held Thursday, July 29, 11:00 a.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. Memorial is to the Clark Davidson Elementary School Library in Goddard, Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, KS 67010. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Miriam at <a href="http://www.ymzfh.com">www.ymzfh.com</a>.

Potwin, Kansas – 83, retired Goddard Public Schools 3rd grade teacher of 39 years. Miriam grew up in Potwin,and graduated from Potwin High School as the Salutatorian of her class, and also from Butler County Junior College. She began her teaching career at the age of 19 while completing her Bachelor of Science in Education degree from Emporia State Teacher's College. She went on to also complete her Master of Educaton Degree from Emporia State University. Miriam was named a Who's Who Among American Teachers recipient and was also named The Outstanding Elementary Teacher of America in 1973.During her newspaper recognition interview, she proudly stated that while she was of sound enough mind and body to enjoy her weekends, she enjoyed teaching enough to look forward to Monday mornings each new week. During her retirement years she enjoyed her word puzzles and being an avid reader. She also enjoyed being involved in her nieces and nephews educations.Survivors include: nieces, Mary (Ray) Brown, Laura (Terry) Kilgore; nephew, George (Pat) Kasper; many other nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Anna (Thomas) McLain and all of her brothers and sisters, Dorothy Young, Ellen Criger, Wilma Criger, Margaret Kasper, and Arthur McLain Jr. and half-brother Warren McLain and half-sister Mary Whiteside.Services will be held Thursday, July 29, 11:00 a.m. at Lamb Funeral Home, 120 S. Main, Whitewater, Kansas. Memorial is to the Clark Davidson Elementary School Library in Goddard, Kansas in care of Lamb Funeral Home, PO Box 358, Whitewater, KS 67010. Please sign her online guest book and leave a memory of Miriam at <a href="http://www.ymzfh.com">www.ymzfh.com</a>.

Miriam McLain |2021|

Murray L. Stucky, 67, of rural Moundridge, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.  He was born October 30, 1953, in Newton, Kansas, the son of Marvin H. and Florene (Gehring) Stucky.

He graduated from Sterling College with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science.  Murray was a computer programmer in Hutchinson, Kansas.

He is survived by his brother, Steve Stucky of Galva; sister, Charlotte Schmucker of Abbyville; nephew, Jonathan (Ericah) Schmucker; and great-nephews, Christian and Ethan Schmucker.

Murray was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Larry Schmucker.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced later.

Murray L. Stucky, 67, of rural Moundridge, passed away Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born October 30, 1953, in Newton, Kansas, the son of Marvin H. and Florene (Gehring) Stucky.He graduated from Sterling College with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science. Murray was a computer programmer in Hutchinson, Kansas.He is survived by his brother, Steve Stucky of Galva; sister, Charlotte Schmucker of Abbyville; nephew, Jonathan (Ericah) Schmucker; and great-nephews, Christian and Ethan Schmucker.Murray was preceded in death by his parents; and brother-in-law, Larry Schmucker.Arrangements are pending and will be announced later.

Murray L. Stucky |1953-2021|

William K. Maxie, 82, passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Flint Hills Care &amp; Rehab Center in Emporia, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 14, 1938, the son of George and Sarah (Eldridge) Maxie.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Per William's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.&nbsp; 

Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William K. Maxie, 82, passed away on Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Flint Hills Care &amp; Rehab Center in Emporia, KS.&nbsp; He was born October 14, 1938, the son of George and Sarah (Eldridge) Maxie.&nbsp;&nbsp; Per William's wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.&nbsp; Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

William K. Maxie |1938-2021|

Hillsboro - Edward Hein, 96, died July 22, 2021 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro. 

He was born October 2, 1924 rural Hillsboro to E.W. and Helen (Ediger) Hein. He married Margaret Ruby August 10, 1948 in Marion. 

Survivors include: wife, Margaret Hein of Hillsboro; son, Dean (Beth) Hein of rural Hillsboro; daughters, Karen (Greg) Jaworsky of Newton, Janet (Jim) Britton of Denver, Colorado; sisters, Eileen Nickel of California, Melba Hill of Hillsboro; 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: brothers, Harry Hein, Dalton Hein; sister, Marilyn Mohn. Celebration of Life Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion officiated by Pastor Darren Frazier. 

Interment 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Haven of Rest cemetery rural Hillsboro. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials to Hillsboro Community Hospital or Eastmoor United Methodist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.

Hillsboro - Edward Hein, 96, died July 22, 2021 at Hillsboro Community Hospital in Hillsboro. He was born October 2, 1924 rural Hillsboro to E.W. and Helen (Ediger) Hein. He married Margaret Ruby August 10, 1948 in Marion. Survivors include: wife, Margaret Hein of Hillsboro; son, Dean (Beth) Hein of rural Hillsboro; daughters, Karen (Greg) Jaworsky of Newton, Janet (Jim) Britton of Denver, Colorado; sisters, Eileen Nickel of California, Melba Hill of Hillsboro; 8 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by: brothers, Harry Hein, Dalton Hein; sister, Marilyn Mohn. Celebration of Life Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Eastmoor United Methodist Church in Marion officiated by Pastor Darren Frazier. Interment 10:00 a.m. Wednesday at Haven of Rest cemetery rural Hillsboro. Family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials to Hillsboro Community Hospital or Eastmoor United Methodist Church in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com.

Edward Hein |1924-2021|

G. Duane Mowbray, 83, a lifetime McPherson County, KS resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 22, 2021, with family by his side at McPherson Hospital. He was a boiler fireman, turbine operator, and maintenance foreman at McPherson Water &amp; Electric and Board of Public Utilities for 46 years, retiring on April 1, 2003. George Duane Mowbray was born on November 1, 1937, at his home in McPherson, KS, the son of Walter and Gladys Ava (Pancost) Mowbray. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1956. On September 4, 1960, Duane was united in marriage to Betty Joyce Briggs at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. They celebrated 60 years of marriage before her passing on September 6, 2020. He served in the United States Army as a Medical Corpsman at the Brooke Army Medical Hospital, San Antonio, TX from October 3, 1960 to October 3, 1962. Duane was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he was actively involved in church maintenance for many years. Survivors include: a son, Darin Mowbray (Billi) of McPherson, KS; a daughter, Darla Mowbray of Huntington Beach, CA; three grandchildren, Seth Mowbray (Catherine), Samantha Reitsma (Chance), and Danielle Leiker; and three great-grandchildren, Lillyth Huff, Emery Huff, and Averi Reitsma; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and five siblings, Ava May Chamberlain, Clinton William Mowbray, Helen Louise Unruh, Marjorie June Blair, and Anna Belle Barnes. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, July 28, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the McPherson Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service, click on the link below: <a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/duane-mowbray-funeral-service-217185" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/duane-mowbray-funeral-service-217185</a>

G. Duane Mowbray, 83, a lifetime McPherson County, KS resident, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 22, 2021, with family by his side at McPherson Hospital. He was a boiler fireman, turbine operator, and maintenance foreman at McPherson Water &amp; Electric and Board of Public Utilities for 46 years, retiring on April 1, 2003. George Duane Mowbray was born on November 1, 1937, at his home in McPherson, KS, the son of Walter and Gladys Ava (Pancost) Mowbray. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1956. On September 4, 1960, Duane was united in marriage to Betty Joyce Briggs at the Andover Lutheran Church, Windom. They celebrated 60 years of marriage before her passing on September 6, 2020. He served in the United States Army as a Medical Corpsman at the Brooke Army Medical Hospital, San Antonio, TX from October 3, 1960 to October 3, 1962. Duane was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where he was actively involved in church maintenance for many years. Survivors include: a son, Darin Mowbray (Billi) of McPherson, KS; a daughter, Darla Mowbray of Huntington Beach, CA; three grandchildren, Seth Mowbray (Catherine), Samantha Reitsma (Chance), and Danielle Leiker; and three great-grandchildren, Lillyth Huff, Emery Huff, and Averi Reitsma; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and five siblings, Ava May Chamberlain, Clinton William Mowbray, Helen Louise Unruh, Marjorie June Blair, and Anna Belle Barnes. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Tuesday, July 27, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, July 28, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the McPherson Cemetery. To view a livestream broadcast of the funeral service, click on the link below: <a href="https://boxcast.tv/view/duane-mowbray-funeral-service-217185" target="_blank">https://boxcast.tv/view/duane-mowbray-funeral-service-217185</a>

George Duane Mowbray |1937-2021|

Dolores Marie Willems, 89, of McPherson, Kansas, peacefully passed away at 9:46 p.m., Thursday, July 22nd, 2021, at Cedars House. Dolores was born in Garden City, Kansas on June 5, 1932, a daughter of Esther M. (Simon) and Henry George Erker. She attended Liberty elementary school, Riverdale, Kansas, and graduated from Wellington High School, Wellington, Kansas in 1950. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas where she was a member of the Altar Society and was involved with weekly Adoration. Prior to marriage, Dolores worked at Safeway in Wichita in the meat department and was later a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Dolores Marie Erker was united in marriage to Raymond Allen Willems on April 7, 1956 at Wichita, Kansas. They established first home together in Wichita, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of six children, four daughters and two sons, Roxane, Rhonda, Renee, Rex, Raissa, and Randall. Dolores enjoyed gardening, tending to her flowers, quilting, embroidery work, and putting puzzles together. She volunteered with Meal on Wheels, made many lap quilts for Angel Arms, and tea towels for the Hospital gift shop. She also spending time with her family and has made baby quilts for all her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 65 years, Raymond Willems, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Roxane Gill and husband Jeff, of Salina, Kansas, Rhonda King, of Sevierville, Tennessee, Renee Foster and husband Ronald, of Hutchinson, Kansas, Rex Willems and wife Lorenda, of Wildomar, California, Raissa Andersen, of McPherson, Kansas, and Randall Willems and wife Cheryl, of McPherson, Kansas; 14 grandchildren, Tyler Gill, Trevor Gill, Alan King, Darryl King (Catherine), Michelle King, Robyn Gore (Scott), Ryan Foster, Rochelle Foster, Carissa Chaltas (Cole), Cody Willems, Kelsey Willems, Travis Andersen (Noelle), Nichole Andersen, and Karri Andersen; seven great-grandchildren, Jocelyn Bryan, James Bryan, Beatrice King, Zoey Virus, Jaxon Foster, Rosemary Andersen, and Eleanora Andersen. Dolores was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers and sister, Donald, Arthur and Clifford Erker, and Dorothy Purdy. Visitation and Rosary will be held on Tuesday July 27, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Rosary at 7:45 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 28th, 2021 with Fr. Ben Shockey officiating. Final Resting Place will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas.

Dolores Marie Willems, 89, of McPherson, Kansas, peacefully passed away at 9:46 p.m., Thursday, July 22nd, 2021, at Cedars House. Dolores was born in Garden City, Kansas on June 5, 1932, a daughter of Esther M. (Simon) and Henry George Erker. She attended Liberty elementary school, Riverdale, Kansas, and graduated from Wellington High School, Wellington, Kansas in 1950. She was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church McPherson, Kansas where she was a member of the Altar Society and was involved with weekly Adoration. Prior to marriage, Dolores worked at Safeway in Wichita in the meat department and was later a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. Dolores Marie Erker was united in marriage to Raymond Allen Willems on April 7, 1956 at Wichita, Kansas. They established first home together in Wichita, Kansas. This union was blessed with the birth of six children, four daughters and two sons, Roxane, Rhonda, Renee, Rex, Raissa, and Randall. Dolores enjoyed gardening, tending to her flowers, quilting, embroidery work, and putting puzzles together. She volunteered with Meal on Wheels, made many lap quilts for Angel Arms, and tea towels for the Hospital gift shop. She also spending time with her family and has made baby quilts for all her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 65 years, Raymond Willems, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, Roxane Gill and husband Jeff, of Salina, Kansas, Rhonda King, of Sevierville, Tennessee, Renee Foster and husband Ronald, of Hutchinson, Kansas, Rex Willems and wife Lorenda, of Wildomar, California, Raissa Andersen, of McPherson, Kansas, and Randall Willems and wife Cheryl, of McPherson, Kansas; 14 grandchildren, Tyler Gill, Trevor Gill, Alan King, Darryl King (Catherine), Michelle King, Robyn Gore (Scott), Ryan Foster, Rochelle Foster, Carissa Chaltas (Cole), Cody Willems, Kelsey Willems, Travis Andersen (Noelle), Nichole Andersen, and Karri Andersen; seven great-grandchildren, Jocelyn Bryan, James Bryan, Beatrice King, Zoey Virus, Jaxon Foster, Rosemary Andersen, and Eleanora Andersen. Dolores was preceded in death by her parents; and her brothers and sister, Donald, Arthur and Clifford Erker, and Dorothy Purdy. Visitation and Rosary will be held on Tuesday July 27, 2021 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Rosary at 7:45 p.m. at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 28th, 2021 with Fr. Ben Shockey officiating. Final Resting Place will be at the McPherson Cemetery McPherson, Kansas.

Dolores Marie Willems |1932-2021|

Jesse E. Cox, 91, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Hospice House of Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 20, 1929 in Kanopolis, Kansas to Jesse and Furilla ( Hare) Cox.&nbsp; He served in the United States Air Force and Army National Guard.&nbsp; On January 20, 1951 he married Shirley Haas.&nbsp; Jesse and Shirley were married for 70 years.&nbsp;

Jesse is survived by his wife Shirley, Son Steven ( Linda), daughters Pamela (William) Colvin, Susan Willis, and Lois Debozy ( Matt Maier).&nbsp; Grandchildren Shawn, Jason, Bryan, Jesse, and Cody, 15 great grandchildren, and brother-in-law Law Eugene Haas.

Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, 5 sisters, 3 brothers, grandson Aaron Cox, and granddaughter Kelsey Debozy.

Visitation will be Tuesday, July 27, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Graveside service will be held at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson, Kansas, Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice House of Hutchinson in care of Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home.

Jesse E. Cox, 91, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away Monday, July 19, 2021 at Hospice House of Hutchinson, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born December 20, 1929 in Kanopolis, Kansas to Jesse and Furilla ( Hare) Cox.&nbsp; He served in the United States Air Force and Army National Guard.&nbsp; On January 20, 1951 he married Shirley Haas.&nbsp; Jesse and Shirley were married for 70 years.&nbsp;Jesse is survived by his wife Shirley, Son Steven ( Linda), daughters Pamela (William) Colvin, Susan Willis, and Lois Debozy ( Matt Maier).&nbsp; Grandchildren Shawn, Jason, Bryan, Jesse, and Cody, 15 great grandchildren, and brother-in-law Law Eugene Haas.Jesse was preceded in death by his parents, 5 sisters, 3 brothers, grandson Aaron Cox, and granddaughter Kelsey Debozy.Visitation will be Tuesday, July 27, 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Graveside service will be held at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson, Kansas, Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice House of Hutchinson in care of Old Mission-Heritage Funeral Home.

Jesse E. Cox 1929 - 2021

Michael R. Wilson, 63, passed away on July 22, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. He was born June 30, 1958 in Great Bend, KS., the son of John Wilson and Georgia Meade.   Arrangements are pending with Hutchinson Funeral Chapel and will be announced at a later date

Michael R. Wilson, 63, passed away on July 22, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. He was born June 30, 1958 in Great Bend, KS., the son of John Wilson and Georgia Meade. Arrangements are pending with Hutchinson Funeral Chapel and will be announced at a later date

Michael Ray Wilson 1958-2021

Helen Lucille Malmstrom, 91, passed away on July 23, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born March 8, 1930 in Bennington, KS to Charles and Clara (Nelson) Vaupel. Helen graduated from Salina High School and worked at Reno Hardware for over 15 years.&nbsp; On September 7, 1952 Helen married Max L. Malmstrom in Salina, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Helen enjoyed talking about Indian Lore and taught Sunday school at First Christian Church for 10 years. Helen is survived by her two sons, Rory Malmstrom of Denver, CO and Greg Malmstrom of Hutchinson, KS and one brother, Charles Vaupel. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Max, a brother, Carl Vaupel and two sisters, Vivian and Dorothy Werner. A Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson, KS, with Reverend Charles Crumble Sr. presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen Lucille Malmstrom, 91, passed away on July 23, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society-Hutchinson Village. She was born March 8, 1930 in Bennington, KS to Charles and Clara (Nelson) Vaupel. Helen graduated from Salina High School and worked at Reno Hardware for over 15 years.&nbsp; On September 7, 1952 Helen married Max L. Malmstrom in Salina, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp; Helen enjoyed talking about Indian Lore and taught Sunday school at First Christian Church for 10 years. Helen is survived by her two sons, Rory Malmstrom of Denver, CO and Greg Malmstrom of Hutchinson, KS and one brother, Charles Vaupel. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Max, a brother, Carl Vaupel and two sisters, Vivian and Dorothy Werner. A Graveside service will be at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th Ave. Hutchinson, KS, with Reverend Charles Crumble Sr. presiding.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Helen L. Malmstrom 1930-2021

Gloriann Wedel, 88, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Pine Village.&nbsp; She was born August 21, 1932 in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Abe H. and Lavina (Becker) Ratzlaff.

She was a member of United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Galva, Kansas.

She was united in marriage to Stuart Wedel on September 4, 1960 at Lone Tree Mennonite Church in Galva, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Other survivors include her daughter, Starla (Arlo) Unruh of Galva; sons, Robert (Susan) Wedel of Galva, and Jerry (Marsha) Wedel of Vanceboro, NC; twelve grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Noah Ratzlaff of Moundridge; and sister, Dessie Wiebe of De Smet, SD.

Gloriann was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers and five sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, July 25, 2021 at United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Galva, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday, July 24, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the church.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Pine Village in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Gloriann Wedel, 88, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Thursday, July 22, 2021 at Pine Village.&nbsp; She was born August 21, 1932 in McPherson, Kansas, the daughter of Abe H. and Lavina (Becker) Ratzlaff.She was a member of United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite in Galva, Kansas.Gloriann was a devoted homemaker.She was united in marriage to Stuart Wedel on September 4, 1960 at Lone Tree Mennonite Church in Galva, Kansas.&nbsp; He survives of the home.Other survivors include her daughter, Starla (Arlo) Unruh of Galva; sons, Robert (Susan) Wedel of Galva, and Jerry (Marsha) Wedel of Vanceboro, NC; twelve grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; brother, Noah Ratzlaff of Moundridge; and sister, Dessie Wiebe of De Smet, SD.Gloriann was preceded in death by her parents; five brothers and five sisters.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Sunday, July 25, 2021 at United Center Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Galva, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the church cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Saturday, July 24, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the church.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Pine Village in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Gloriann Wedel of Moundridge, Kansas | 1932 - 2021

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Ken McGuire, age 62, son, brother, uncle, family member and friend died on Monday, July 19th doing what he absolutely loved…riding his Harley with a friend.

Those who knew Ken, will miss his gift of conversation, positive attitude, kindness, humor, stories, and uncanny ability to make connections with everyone he met. Ken loved a waiting line just so that he could meet someone and get to know their story.

Ken enjoyed so many adventures in life, learned many lessons along the way and always met new friends in the multiple places he lived and worked. Mountain climbing, kayaking, sailing, camping and motor cycle riding were some of his favorite activities.  He worked in appliance repair, as an electrician, building aircraft, semi-trucks, and settled in as a conductor and train engineer for many years with BNSF.  He loved the wildlife and scenery from the engine of a train.

One of Ken’s greatest accomplishments was more than 20 years of “one day at a time” through the support of AA.  Ken had many strong mentors and was a mentor to many others participating in the program.  Everyone in the program was his extended family.

Ken was born in Rochester, Minnesota.  He was part of a very large extended family including 16 aunts and Uncles and 100 plus first cousins.  He thought the world of all of them and is again entertaining those that passed before him. Brenda and Ken’s favorite pets were their dog Riley and cat Missy.

Ken especially adored his twelve nieces and nephews and seven (about to be 8) great nieces and nephews. Ken was a very special uncle to all of them!

Ken, tragically lost his wife of more than 15 years Brenda (Stubby) McGuire only 9 months ago and was also preceded in death by his niece Kristen.  He is survived by his parents Charles and Barbara McGuire, Brothers Mark (Janelle) McGuire and Kevin (Phoelisa) McGuire; sisters Mary (Steve) Tyrrel and Kathy (Brent) Graham, Father-in-law Donovan Stubby and brother-in-law Bryan (Kristi) Stubby.

Recently in an e-mail conversation with Mary he gave direction for his visitation ceremony!  “OK, just prop me up beside the Juke Box and have a couple cold ones. A little bit of Clint Black and some George Strait music will be fine!”

Petersen Funeral home, Newton, Kansas Sunday July 25th at 3:00pm. Rosary followed by a prayer service and sharing memories of Ken.

Thursday July 29th at 11:00 am.  St. Charles Boromeo Church, St. Charles, Minnesota.  Funeral Mass followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery.

In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to AA or St. Mary’s church in Newton. Or to the donor’s choice of charity.

The service will be live streamed at <a href="http://www.redeemersaints.org">www.redeemersaints.org</a>.

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Ken McGuire, age 62, son, brother, uncle, family member and friend died on Monday, July 19th doing what he absolutely loved…riding his Harley with a friend.Those who knew Ken, will miss his gift of conversation, positive attitude, kindness, humor, stories, and uncanny ability to make connections with everyone he met. Ken loved a waiting line just so that he could meet someone and get to know their story.Ken enjoyed so many adventures in life, learned many lessons along the way and always met new friends in the multiple places he lived and worked. Mountain climbing, kayaking, sailing, camping and motor cycle riding were some of his favorite activities. He worked in appliance repair, as an electrician, building aircraft, semi-trucks, and settled in as a conductor and train engineer for many years with BNSF. He loved the wildlife and scenery from the engine of a train.One of Ken’s greatest accomplishments was more than 20 years of “one day at a time” through the support of AA. Ken had many strong mentors and was a mentor to many others participating in the program. Everyone in the program was his extended family.Ken was born in Rochester, Minnesota. He was part of a very large extended family including 16 aunts and Uncles and 100 plus first cousins. He thought the world of all of them and is again entertaining those that passed before him. Brenda and Ken’s favorite pets were their dog Riley and cat Missy.Ken especially adored his twelve nieces and nephews and seven (about to be 8) great nieces and nephews. Ken was a very special uncle to all of them!Ken, tragically lost his wife of more than 15 years Brenda (Stubby) McGuire only 9 months ago and was also preceded in death by his niece Kristen. He is survived by his parents Charles and Barbara McGuire, Brothers Mark (Janelle) McGuire and Kevin (Phoelisa) McGuire; sisters Mary (Steve) Tyrrel and Kathy (Brent) Graham, Father-in-law Donovan Stubby and brother-in-law Bryan (Kristi) Stubby.Recently in an e-mail conversation with Mary he gave direction for his visitation ceremony! “OK, just prop me up beside the Juke Box and have a couple cold ones. A little bit of Clint Black and some George Strait music will be fine!”Services for Ken will be as follows:Petersen Funeral home, Newton, Kansas Sunday July 25th at 3:00pm. Rosary followed by a prayer service and sharing memories of Ken.Thursday July 29th at 11:00 am. St. Charles Boromeo Church, St. Charles, Minnesota. Funeral Mass followed by burial in Calvary Cemetery.In Lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to AA or St. Mary’s church in Newton. Or to the donor’s choice of charity.The service will be live streamed at <a href="http://www.redeemersaints.org">www.redeemersaints.org</a>.

Ken McGuire |2021|

Joyce A. Swindle, 73, died July 22, 2021.

She was born Feb. 2, 1948, at Colcord, Oklahoma the daughter of Bill and Lorene Lewellyn Bishop.  A longtime resident of Kingman, she was a retired employee of Klaver Construction.

On July 13, 1964, she married Charlie Swindle at Bentonville, Arkansas; he died Feb. 24, 2007.  Survivors include a son Mick and his wife Shannon; daughter Ruthie Kerr and her husband Kenny; brothers Gene, Donald and Earl Bishop; sisters Alice Oxford and Bonnie Estep; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was also preceded in death by a brother Larry.

Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman.  The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home.  Burial will be in the Hoosier Cemetery.

Memorials may be made with the Kingman County Humane Society in care of the funeral home.

Joyce A. Swindle, 73, died July 22, 2021.She was born Feb. 2, 1948, at Colcord, Oklahoma the daughter of Bill and Lorene Lewellyn Bishop. A longtime resident of Kingman, she was a retired employee of Klaver Construction.On July 13, 1964, she married Charlie Swindle at Bentonville, Arkansas; he died Feb. 24, 2007. Survivors include a son Mick and his wife Shannon; daughter Ruthie Kerr and her husband Kenny; brothers Gene, Donald and Earl Bishop; sisters Alice Oxford and Bonnie Estep; and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by a brother Larry.Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, at the Livingston Funeral Home, Kingman. The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Hoosier Cemetery.Memorials may be made with the Kingman County Humane Society in care of the funeral home.

Joyce A. Swindle |1948-2021|

Virgil R. Ewy, 86, died July 19, 2021 at his home in Derby.

He was born Dec. 12, 1934, at Peabody, Kansas the son of Elmer and Tillie Albrecht Ewy.  A longtime resident of Derby, he retired as Vice-President of IFR Systems, Inc.

Virgil was a member of the Lorraine Ave. Mennonite Church; and the K&amp;O Engine Club.

On Sept. 13, 1960, he married Alana Graber at Kingman.  Other survivors include sons Joel, Jeremy and Lael; step-brother Richard Holladay; step-sister Virginia Graber; and 4 grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father Roscoe Holladay; and sister Kerren Krehbiel.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at the Kingman Mennonite Cemetery with the Rev. Christina Manero presiding. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Kingman Mennonite Church. The family requests that masks be worn during the memorial service.

Memorials may be made with Mennonite Central Committee in care of Livingston Funeral Home in Kingman.

Virgil R. Ewy, 86, died July 19, 2021 at his home in Derby.He was born Dec. 12, 1934, at Peabody, Kansas the son of Elmer and Tillie Albrecht Ewy. A longtime resident of Derby, he retired as Vice-President of IFR Systems, Inc.Virgil was a member of the Lorraine Ave. Mennonite Church; and the K&amp;O Engine Club.On Sept. 13, 1960, he married Alana Graber at Kingman. Other survivors include sons Joel, Jeremy and Lael; step-brother Richard Holladay; step-sister Virginia Graber; and 4 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father Roscoe Holladay; and sister Kerren Krehbiel.Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 28, 2021 at the Kingman Mennonite Cemetery with the Rev. Christina Manero presiding. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. at the Kingman Mennonite Church. The family requests that masks be worn during the memorial service.Memorials may be made with Mennonite Central Committee in care of Livingston Funeral Home in Kingman.

Virgil R. Ewy |1934-2021|

Hayden Bret Cook, 27, of Hutchinson, passed away July 19, 2021, in his home.  He was born December 12, 1993, in Hutchinson, to Darran and Susan (Bird) Cook.

Hayden graduated from Buhler High School in 2012 and then attended Hutchinson Community College. He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross, in Hutchinson. Hayden played football for Buhler and continued to be involved with the program after high school by taking stats at the games. He loved sports and was passionate about his teams, including: the Chiefs, Jayhawks, Royals, Blue Dragons, and Buhler Crusaders. Hayden also enjoyed fishing, golfing, and his dog, Lucy.

He is survived by: parents, Darran and Susan Cook, Hutchinson; brother, Harrison Cook, Wichita; sister, Sydney Cook, Hutchinson; grandparents, Daniel and Beth Bird, Hutchinson; aunts and uncles, Doug and Andrea Bird, Wichita, Randy and Julie Cook, Andale; great-aunts and uncles, Margie and Scottie Young, Hutchinson, Donny and Sharon Bird, Lawrence, Dee and Amy Bird, Castle Rock, Colorado, Debbie and Bruce Downs, Cave Creek, Arizona, Jimmy Bird, Lawrence, Jean Crewson, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Steve and Mary Dechant, London, England; and many cousins.

Hayden was preceded in death by his grandparents, Valeria Cook and Richard Cook.

Parish rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2021, and eulogy and sharing at 10:20 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., all at Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery, Inman. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Buhler Education Foundation, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Hayden Bret Cook, 27, of Hutchinson, passed away July 19, 2021, in his home. He was born December 12, 1993, in Hutchinson, to Darran and Susan (Bird) Cook.Hayden graduated from Buhler High School in 2012 and then attended Hutchinson Community College. He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross, in Hutchinson. Hayden played football for Buhler and continued to be involved with the program after high school by taking stats at the games. He loved sports and was passionate about his teams, including: the Chiefs, Jayhawks, Royals, Blue Dragons, and Buhler Crusaders. Hayden also enjoyed fishing, golfing, and his dog, Lucy.He is survived by: parents, Darran and Susan Cook, Hutchinson; brother, Harrison Cook, Wichita; sister, Sydney Cook, Hutchinson; grandparents, Daniel and Beth Bird, Hutchinson; aunts and uncles, Doug and Andrea Bird, Wichita, Randy and Julie Cook, Andale; great-aunts and uncles, Margie and Scottie Young, Hutchinson, Donny and Sharon Bird, Lawrence, Dee and Amy Bird, Castle Rock, Colorado, Debbie and Bruce Downs, Cave Creek, Arizona, Jimmy Bird, Lawrence, Jean Crewson, Apple Valley, Minnesota, Steve and Mary Dechant, London, England; and many cousins.Hayden was preceded in death by his grandparents, Valeria Cook and Richard Cook.Parish rosary will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 27, 2021, and eulogy and sharing at 10:20 a.m., followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m., all at Church of the Holy Cross, Hutchinson. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery, Inman. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Buhler Education Foundation, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Hayden Bret Cook |1993-2021|

Rodger Carson Kelso died July 21, 2021 in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; He was born May 13, 1949 in Lyons Kansas, the youngest son of Raymond and Jessie (Raulston) Kelso.&nbsp; Rodger was raised in Chase, Kansas and graduated from Chase High School and Hutchinson Junior College before relocating to Houston, Texas in 1972 to attend Mortuary College.&nbsp; He spent over 30 years in Funeral Service in the Houston area and after retirement, began a new career in Landscape Design until the time of his death.&nbsp; Rodger was a great lover of music. He collected record albums and books; was an avid wild mushroom hunter; grower of orchids, and loved to cook and enjoy fine wines.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers: James, Darrell, Millard, and Leon.&nbsp; He is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friend Frank H. Mahy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A gathering of friends for a visitation with special music, food, and wine will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2021 from three o’clock until five o’clock in the afternoon at the Bradshaw-Carter Home, 1734 West Alabama Street in Houston.&nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services and interment will be at10:00 AM, Thursday, August29, 2021 at Chase Springdale Cemetery under the direction of Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas.

Rodger Carson Kelso died July 21, 2021 in Houston, Texas.&nbsp; He was born May 13, 1949 in Lyons Kansas, the youngest son of Raymond and Jessie (Raulston) Kelso.&nbsp; Rodger was raised in Chase, Kansas and graduated from Chase High School and Hutchinson Junior College before relocating to Houston, Texas in 1972 to attend Mortuary College.&nbsp; He spent over 30 years in Funeral Service in the Houston area and after retirement, began a new career in Landscape Design until the time of his death.&nbsp; Rodger was a great lover of music. He collected record albums and books; was an avid wild mushroom hunter; grower of orchids, and loved to cook and enjoy fine wines.He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers: James, Darrell, Millard, and Leon.&nbsp; He is survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and special friend Frank H. Mahy.&nbsp;&nbsp;A gathering of friends for a visitation with special music, food, and wine will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2021 from three o’clock until five o’clock in the afternoon at the Bradshaw-Carter Home, 1734 West Alabama Street in Houston.&nbsp; &nbsp;Graveside services and interment will be at10:00 AM, Thursday, August29, 2021 at Chase Springdale Cemetery under the direction of Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas.

Rodger Carson Kelso |1949-2021| 

Hettie Conrad died Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at her Schowalter Villa home, at the age of 92.&nbsp; She was born November 19, 1928, in Smithville, OH, the daughter of Sadie (Smith) and Jacob Conrad.&nbsp; She received a teaching certificate from Goshen (IN) College in 1949, then married Willard Conrad, a Goshen graduate from Wayland, IA, that August.&nbsp; The two of them moved to Hesston, KS, where Willard joined the Hesston College faculty.

For more than two decades, the two lived in the Hesston community, with Willard teaching and Hettie taking primary responsibility for raising their five children.&nbsp; In 1971, Willard made a career change. &nbsp;He spent the next 25 years in Mennonite pastorates in Indiana, Illinois, and Colorado.&nbsp; Hettie thrived in the role of pastor’s wife.&nbsp; She and Willard made many pastoral visits together over the years, and Hettie hosted many gatherings in their home.&nbsp; During Willard’s last pastoral assignment and for several years thereafter, the couple made their home in Colorado Springs.&nbsp; Hettie loved being near the mountains and made many dear friends during those years in Colorado.

In the year 2000, Willard and Hettie returned to Hesston after nearly 30 years of absence, to retire at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; There, Hettie enjoyed various volunteer activities, foremost among them quilting.&nbsp; She spent many hours, as long as her health permitted, quilting in an alcove near the main entrance to the Villa, always with a friendly greeting to visitors and fellow residents as they came and went.&nbsp; Willard died at the Villa in 2013.

Hettie’s survivors include a brother, Carl Conrad, of Smithville, OH, and a sister, Annabelle Hughes, of Cleveland, OH.&nbsp; Her children are Cathy Conrad, of Albuquerque, NM; Daniel and wife Mary Ann, of Albuquerque, NM; Stephen and wife Sandy, of Goessel, KS; Sarah and husband Timothy Yoder, of Alamosa, CO; and Nancy and husband Ronald Schroeder, of Moundridge, KS.&nbsp; In addition, Hettie has 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was much loved and will be warmly remembered by all of them, as well as many friends she made over all the years of her life.

The family has no plans for a public memorial service.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made to the Schowalter Villa Good Samaritan Caring Fund in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Hettie Conrad died Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at her Schowalter Villa home, at the age of 92.&nbsp; She was born November 19, 1928, in Smithville, OH, the daughter of Sadie (Smith) and Jacob Conrad.&nbsp; She received a teaching certificate from Goshen (IN) College in 1949, then married Willard Conrad, a Goshen graduate from Wayland, IA, that August.&nbsp; The two of them moved to Hesston, KS, where Willard joined the Hesston College faculty.For more than two decades, the two lived in the Hesston community, with Willard teaching and Hettie taking primary responsibility for raising their five children.&nbsp; In 1971, Willard made a career change. &nbsp;He spent the next 25 years in Mennonite pastorates in Indiana, Illinois, and Colorado.&nbsp; Hettie thrived in the role of pastor’s wife.&nbsp; She and Willard made many pastoral visits together over the years, and Hettie hosted many gatherings in their home.&nbsp; During Willard’s last pastoral assignment and for several years thereafter, the couple made their home in Colorado Springs.&nbsp; Hettie loved being near the mountains and made many dear friends during those years in Colorado.In the year 2000, Willard and Hettie returned to Hesston after nearly 30 years of absence, to retire at Schowalter Villa.&nbsp; There, Hettie enjoyed various volunteer activities, foremost among them quilting.&nbsp; She spent many hours, as long as her health permitted, quilting in an alcove near the main entrance to the Villa, always with a friendly greeting to visitors and fellow residents as they came and went.&nbsp; Willard died at the Villa in 2013.Hettie’s survivors include a brother, Carl Conrad, of Smithville, OH, and a sister, Annabelle Hughes, of Cleveland, OH.&nbsp; Her children are Cathy Conrad, of Albuquerque, NM; Daniel and wife Mary Ann, of Albuquerque, NM; Stephen and wife Sandy, of Goessel, KS; Sarah and husband Timothy Yoder, of Alamosa, CO; and Nancy and husband Ronald Schroeder, of Moundridge, KS.&nbsp; In addition, Hettie has 10 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.&nbsp; She was much loved and will be warmly remembered by all of them, as well as many friends she made over all the years of her life.The family has no plans for a public memorial service.&nbsp; Memorial donations may be made to the Schowalter Villa Good Samaritan Caring Fund in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Hettie Mae Conrad |1928-2021| 

Iva Elnora Nusser, 106, died June 23, 2021, in Laguna Woods, CA.  She was born February 24, 1915, in Langdon, Kansas to Alpha and Jennie (Bonine) Cramer. 

Iva is preceded in death by her husband, two step sons, three brothers and one sister.

Iva reared her girls and worked as a sales clerk until she moved to California.  She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and gardening. She attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Kansas and Christian Mayflower Church in Laguna Woods, CA.

Iva is survived by: daughters, Janice Bruner of California and Sharon Bartz (Jerry) of Florida; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.

Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 5, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.  Private inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.

To view Iva’s memorial service online, the link will be available at the end of her obituary on Elliott Mortuary’s website the day of the service beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Iva Elnora Nusser, 106, died June 23, 2021, in Laguna Woods, CA. She was born February 24, 1915, in Langdon, Kansas to Alpha and Jennie (Bonine) Cramer. Iva is preceded in death by her husband, two step sons, three brothers and one sister.Iva reared her girls and worked as a sales clerk until she moved to California. She enjoyed sewing, crocheting and gardening. She attended Trinity Lutheran Church in Kansas and Christian Mayflower Church in Laguna Woods, CA.Iva is survived by: daughters, Janice Bruner of California and Sharon Bartz (Jerry) of Florida; seven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren.Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 5, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Private inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.To view Iva’s memorial service online, the link will be available at the end of her obituary on Elliott Mortuary’s website the day of the service beginning at 10:30 a.m.

Iva Elnora Nusser |2021|

Vada Jewell Lieurance Call left her home in Eureka, Kansas on July 13, 2021 to reunite with her husband, Robert “Pat” Call, who had been awaiting her arrival since February 12, 2003. She is now dancing as much as her heart desires as they celebrate their belated 72nd&nbsp;wedding anniversary, which was July 4, and her 91st&nbsp;birthday, upcoming on August 5th.

Those who are thrilled she is dancing again, but saddened by her departure include daughter Terri Call of Eureka, daughter Linda Bock and husband Richard of Lebanon, Kansas, and granddaughter Amy Call of Wichita, Kansas. Additionally, she leaves behind seven nieces and nephews as well as many great nieces and nephews whose company and conversation she enjoyed as often as possible.

On a Saturday night, you might have found Vada camping at Fall River, listening to Pat play guitar at the V.F.W, or baking her signature breads and pies for a Sunday family gathering.&nbsp; After her retirement from Call Retail Liquor in Eureka, she also enjoyed making beaded Victorian lampshades, relaxing with her beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Baby and watching NBA and college basketball, particularly her favorite KU Jayhawks.

Vada previously resided in Hutchinson and Burrton and worked at several different cafes and restaurants, including the Hutchinson Town Club. She also worked at R.L. Polk for many years and gained cherished friends from the hours spent in those workplaces. &nbsp;

She was preceded by her parents, Florence and Olda Lieurance, brothers Verle and Ervin Lieurance and many other treasured family members.

Per her final wishes, a private family service was held and she was laid to rest in the Greenwood Cemetery in Eureka. Memorials may be sent to the Kansas Humane Society or the charity of your choice in her honor.

Vada Jewell Lieurance Call left her home in Eureka, Kansas on July 13, 2021 to reunite with her husband, Robert “Pat” Call, who had been awaiting her arrival since February 12, 2003. She is now dancing as much as her heart desires as they celebrate their belated 72nd&nbsp;wedding anniversary, which was July 4, and her 91st&nbsp;birthday, upcoming on August 5th.Those who are thrilled she is dancing again, but saddened by her departure include daughter Terri Call of Eureka, daughter Linda Bock and husband Richard of Lebanon, Kansas, and granddaughter Amy Call of Wichita, Kansas. Additionally, she leaves behind seven nieces and nephews as well as many great nieces and nephews whose company and conversation she enjoyed as often as possible.On a Saturday night, you might have found Vada camping at Fall River, listening to Pat play guitar at the V.F.W, or baking her signature breads and pies for a Sunday family gathering.&nbsp; After her retirement from Call Retail Liquor in Eureka, she also enjoyed making beaded Victorian lampshades, relaxing with her beloved Cavalier King Charles Spaniel named Baby and watching NBA and college basketball, particularly her favorite KU Jayhawks.Vada previously resided in Hutchinson and Burrton and worked at several different cafes and restaurants, including the Hutchinson Town Club. She also worked at R.L. Polk for many years and gained cherished friends from the hours spent in those workplaces. &nbsp;She was preceded by her parents, Florence and Olda Lieurance, brothers Verle and Ervin Lieurance and many other treasured family members.Per her final wishes, a private family service was held and she was laid to rest in the Greenwood Cemetery in Eureka. Memorials may be sent to the Kansas Humane Society or the charity of your choice in her honor.

Vada Jewell Lieurance Call |1930-2021|

Amanda Sue (Brannan) Hein, age 39, departed this life on Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Wichita, Kansas. She was born May 27, 1982 in Wichita, Kansas daughter of Barry Eugene and Martha Jo (Robinson) Brannan. She was a daddy’s girl.

She was preceded in death by her father; brother Jeremy Christopher Brannan; paternal grandparents Robert Dale and Maggie Beatrice (Baker) Brannan; and maternal grandparents Howard Raymond Robinson and Virginia Arlene (Collins) Mosburg.

She is survived by her mother Martha; sister Jessica Christine (Brannan) Simon; daughter Alexzaundria Findley, son-in-law Alexander Baumbach, adored grandson Jace Alan Baumbach and expected granddaughter Ava May Baumbach; son Kadyn Dwayne Hein; nephews Dalyn Eugene Brannan and Kade Simon; niece &nbsp;Mysterie Simon; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Services will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Peabody Christian Church, 407 N. Sycamore, Peabody, Kansas 66866.

Memorials may be designated in her memory at &nbsp;<a href="https://gofund.me/d49c0dfb">https://gofund.me/d49c0dfb</a>.

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

Amanda Sue (Brannan) Hein, age 39, departed this life on Saturday, July 17, 2021 in Wichita, Kansas. She was born May 27, 1982 in Wichita, Kansas daughter of Barry Eugene and Martha Jo (Robinson) Brannan. She was a daddy’s girl.She was preceded in death by her father; brother Jeremy Christopher Brannan; paternal grandparents Robert Dale and Maggie Beatrice (Baker) Brannan; and maternal grandparents Howard Raymond Robinson and Virginia Arlene (Collins) Mosburg.She is survived by her mother Martha; sister Jessica Christine (Brannan) Simon; daughter Alexzaundria Findley, son-in-law Alexander Baumbach, adored grandson Jace Alan Baumbach and expected granddaughter Ava May Baumbach; son Kadyn Dwayne Hein; nephews Dalyn Eugene Brannan and Kade Simon; niece &nbsp;Mysterie Simon; also many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.Services will be held 12:00 p.m., Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Peabody Christian Church, 407 N. Sycamore, Peabody, Kansas 66866.Memorials may be designated in her memory at &nbsp;<a href="https://gofund.me/d49c0dfb">https://gofund.me/d49c0dfb</a>.Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Amanda Sue (Brannan) Hein |1982-2021|

Linda Marlene Chaney, 72, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at 8:51 a.m., Wednesday, July 21st 2021 at her home.

Linda was born in St. Edward, Nebraska on June 21, 1949, a daughter of Nina Olga (Navarre) and Robert Leroy Striker, Sr.

Linda attended the Hastings grade school, Hastings, Nebraska, and graduated from Ewing High School, Ewing, Nebraska in 1967. She then attended Central Christian College of Kansas, McPherson, Kansas where she received her associates degree.

At the age of 12 Linda and her little sister, Donna age 7, became part of the Walter and Alice Miller family.

She was a member of First Christian Church McPherson, Kansas.

Linda Marlene Striker was united in marriage to Michael Ray Chaney on June 3, 1972 at the Free Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, James and Carla.

Linda worked for Farmers Alliance as a secretary for four years. Linda was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. After the kids were in school she started working for U.S.D. 418 Food Service and she retired in 2012.

Linda volunteered at Save-N-Share. Linda enjoyed her home and spending time with her family.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 49 years, Michael Chaney, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, James Chaney and wife Ramona, of Wichita, Kansas and Carla Unruh and husband Phil, of McPherson, Kansas; her siblings, Donna Arehart and husband Tom, of Orchard, Nebraska, Ann Davis and husband Gary, of San Bernardino, California, Robert Striker and wife Ruby, of College Station, Texas, Dan Miller and wife Jan, of Springfield, Nebraska, and Ruth Hawk and husband Mark, of Elk Horn Nebraska; her favorite grandson, Danial Chaney; other relatives and a host of friends.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents; her foster parents; and four brothers Edward Striker, Donald Striker, Michael Striker, and Charles Striker.

Visitation will be on Monday, July 26, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas.

Graveside service will be held at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Save-N-Share in memory of Linda and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Linda Marlene Chaney, 72, of McPherson, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at 8:51 a.m., Wednesday, July 21st 2021 at her home.Linda was born in St. Edward, Nebraska on June 21, 1949, a daughter of Nina Olga (Navarre) and Robert Leroy Striker, Sr.Linda attended the Hastings grade school, Hastings, Nebraska, and graduated from Ewing High School, Ewing, Nebraska in 1967. She then attended Central Christian College of Kansas, McPherson, Kansas where she received her associates degree.At the age of 12 Linda and her little sister, Donna age 7, became part of the Walter and Alice Miller family.She was a member of First Christian Church McPherson, Kansas.Linda Marlene Striker was united in marriage to Michael Ray Chaney on June 3, 1972 at the Free Methodist Church, McPherson, Kansas. The young couple established their first home together in McPherson. This union was blessed with the birth of two children, one son and one daughter, James and Carla.Linda worked for Farmers Alliance as a secretary for four years. Linda was a homemaker and she took great pride in providing for her family in this manner. After the kids were in school she started working for U.S.D. 418 Food Service and she retired in 2012.Linda volunteered at Save-N-Share. Linda enjoyed her home and spending time with her family.She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of over 49 years, Michael Chaney, of McPherson, Kansas; her children, James Chaney and wife Ramona, of Wichita, Kansas and Carla Unruh and husband Phil, of McPherson, Kansas; her siblings, Donna Arehart and husband Tom, of Orchard, Nebraska, Ann Davis and husband Gary, of San Bernardino, California, Robert Striker and wife Ruby, of College Station, Texas, Dan Miller and wife Jan, of Springfield, Nebraska, and Ruth Hawk and husband Mark, of Elk Horn Nebraska; her favorite grandson, Danial Chaney; other relatives and a host of friends.Linda was preceded in death by her parents; her foster parents; and four brothers Edward Striker, Donald Striker, Michael Striker, and Charles Striker.Visitation will be on Monday, July 26, 2021 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Glidden - Ediger Chapel, McPherson, Kansas.Graveside service will be held at McPherson Cemetery, McPherson, Kansas, at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 27th, 2021 with Pastor Lynn Scott officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Save-N-Share in memory of Linda and they can be sent in care of the Glidden - Ediger Funeral Home; 222 West Euclid; McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Linda Marlene Chaney |1949-2021|

Gregg Nolan Schmidt, 60, passed away on July 14, 2021 at Diversicare of Hutchinson, Kansas.  He was born November 18, 1960 in Dodge City, Kansas, the son of Norman J. and Ruth A. Schmidt.

Gregg was a carpenter for over 30 years in the Hutchinson area.  He had multiple outdoor passions, such as fishing, biking, skiing, and golf.

Survivors include two brothers:  Bryan ( Valerie )Schmidt of Hutchinson, Kansas,  Wayne ( Carla)Schmidt of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; nephews: Khalik Woodson and Joshua Schmidt of Hutchinson, Kansas; nieces: Jennica King of Derby, Kansas, Laina Schmidt of Oregon, and Alisha Smith of Sterling, Kansas.

Gregg was preceded in death by his parents, brother Brent, and infant sister Stacy Schmidt.

A memorial service will be held at the First Southern Baptist Church, 1201 East 21st Street, Hutchinson, Kansas at 10:00 a.m. on July 22, 2021.

Gregg Nolan Schmidt, 60, passed away on July 14, 2021 at Diversicare of Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born November 18, 1960 in Dodge City, Kansas, the son of Norman J. and Ruth A. Schmidt.Gregg was a carpenter for over 30 years in the Hutchinson area. He had multiple outdoor passions, such as fishing, biking, skiing, and golf.Survivors include two brothers: Bryan ( Valerie )Schmidt of Hutchinson, Kansas, Wayne ( Carla)Schmidt of Pleasant Hill, Missouri; nephews: Khalik Woodson and Joshua Schmidt of Hutchinson, Kansas; nieces: Jennica King of Derby, Kansas, Laina Schmidt of Oregon, and Alisha Smith of Sterling, Kansas.Gregg was preceded in death by his parents, brother Brent, and infant sister Stacy Schmidt.A memorial service will be held at the First Southern Baptist Church, 1201 East 21st Street, Hutchinson, Kansas at 10:00 a.m. on July 22, 2021.

Gregg Nolan Schmidt |1960-2021|

Joan A. Gilmore 84, died July 20, 2021 at Comfort Care Home in Newton.&nbsp; She was born March 2, 1937 in Newton, Kansas to Tom and Edna (Frances) Abplanalp.&nbsp; On May 31, 1958 she married Paul Gilmore at Burns, Kansas and he preceded her in death on September 26, 1991.

Joan was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Newton and worked as Lab Technician at both Axtell and Bethel clinics.

She was known for her loving, kind, loyal and intelligent spirit. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.&nbsp; In addition to her love of family you could find Joan at local thrift shops, working on family genealogy or taking walks around the neighborhood.&nbsp; She also enjoyed learning new things and being around pets and animals

Joan is survived by her children Susan Gifford, Thomas Gilmore and Sarah Miller; her sister Linda Strasser, one niece Cathy Eaves 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul and sister Thelma Gabel.

Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 23, 2021 at Pleasant Center Cemetery in Rural Burns, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at Petersen Funeral Home.

Memorial donation may be made to Caring Hands Humane Society in care of Petersen Funeral Home

Joan A. Gilmore 84, died July 20, 2021 at Comfort Care Home in Newton.&nbsp; She was born March 2, 1937 in Newton, Kansas to Tom and Edna (Frances) Abplanalp.&nbsp; On May 31, 1958 she married Paul Gilmore at Burns, Kansas and he preceded her in death on September 26, 1991.Joan was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Newton and worked as Lab Technician at both Axtell and Bethel clinics.She was known for her loving, kind, loyal and intelligent spirit. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many.&nbsp; In addition to her love of family you could find Joan at local thrift shops, working on family genealogy or taking walks around the neighborhood.&nbsp; She also enjoyed learning new things and being around pets and animalsJoan is survived by her children Susan Gifford, Thomas Gilmore and Sarah Miller; her sister Linda Strasser, one niece Cathy Eaves 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Paul and sister Thelma Gabel.Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, July 23, 2021 at Pleasant Center Cemetery in Rural Burns, Kansas.&nbsp; Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday at Petersen Funeral Home.Memorial donation may be made to Caring Hands Humane Society in care of Petersen Funeral Home

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