Robert “Bobby” “Smiley” Orlin Middleton, 81, of Hutchinson, died April 15, 2021, at Hospice House. He was born Nov. 19, 1939, in Cromwell, Oklahoma, to Mart and Pearlie (Meeks) Middleton.

Bobby graduated from high school in Cromwell. In 1963, he began his service in the United States Army. Bobby worked for Eaton Corporation as a machinist for 37 and a half years. He was kind to everyone he met, with no exception, and very generous. If you had a meal with Bobby he would go out of his way to cover the check. He loved gardening, especially flowers and rose bushes. Bobby also had a vegetable garden, from which he was always giving produce to others.

He is survived by: sister, Evelyn Metzler (Lott), Hutchinson; niece, Lori Cox (Ivan), Hutchinson; nephews, Eddie Alexander (Donna) and David Alexander (Rita Corbin), both of Hutchinson; niece Angey Hohl, Arizona; great-nieces and nephews, Trey and Clancy Cox, Shelby and Mason Alexander, Emma Corbin, Isaac Alexander, Kirsten McCarthy, and Seuris Hohl.

Bobby was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, James Middleton; and sister, Nelda Jean Morphis.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, April 22, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow at 11 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2021, in Little Cemetery, in Little, Oklahoma. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Sill Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Hospice House or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Robert “Bobby” “Smiley” Orlin Middleton, 81, of Hutchinson, died April 15, 2021, at Hospice House. He was born Nov. 19, 1939, in Cromwell, Oklahoma, to Mart and Pearlie (Meeks) Middleton.Bobby graduated from high school in Cromwell. In 1963, he began his service in the United States Army. Bobby worked for Eaton Corporation as a machinist for 37 and a half years. He was kind to everyone he met, with no exception, and very generous. If you had a meal with Bobby he would go out of his way to cover the check. He loved gardening, especially flowers and rose bushes. Bobby also had a vegetable garden, from which he was always giving produce to others.He is survived by: sister, Evelyn Metzler (Lott), Hutchinson; niece, Lori Cox (Ivan), Hutchinson; nephews, Eddie Alexander (Donna) and David Alexander (Rita Corbin), both of Hutchinson; niece Angey Hohl, Arizona; great-nieces and nephews, Trey and Clancy Cox, Shelby and Mason Alexander, Emma Corbin, Isaac Alexander, Kirsten McCarthy, and Seuris Hohl.Bobby was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, James Middleton; and sister, Nelda Jean Morphis.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Thursday, April 22, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow at 11 a.m. Friday, April 23, 2021, in Little Cemetery, in Little, Oklahoma. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Sill Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Hospice House or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Robert Orlin Middleton | 1939 - 2021 |

Robert Conway “Bob” Hornbeck, 87, died April 14, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born July 27, 1933, in Chanute, to George and Jane (Hamill) Hornbeck.

Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School and worked over 25 years for Panhandle Eastern. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.

On Aug. 13, 1955, he married Norma June Buckley, in Partridge. They shared over 62 years of marriage before her death on Jan. 17, 2018.

Bob is survived by: children, Phillip Hornbeck (Cindy) of Partridge and Phyllis Keffer (Doyle) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Ben Hornbeck (Amber) of Hutchinson, Mollie Keffer of Kansas City, MO, and Josh Powell (Lindsay) of Hutchinson; great-grandchildren, Carter Hornbeck, and Jordan, Noah, Landyn, and Alissa Powell; brother, Wayne Hornbeck (Rachel) of Hutchinson: brother-in-law, Lyle Buckley (Athelyn) of Bella Vista, AR; sisters-in-law, Mary Love of Partridge and Mary Hornbeck of Hutchinson; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Carl, Jack, Oscar, Ray Paul, Jim, and Gary; and sisters, Roberta, Helen, Betty, Marge, and Mary Jane.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Jerry Stokely officiating. Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Robert Conway “Bob” Hornbeck, 87, died April 14, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born July 27, 1933, in Chanute, to George and Jane (Hamill) Hornbeck.Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School and worked over 25 years for Panhandle Eastern. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.On Aug. 13, 1955, he married Norma June Buckley, in Partridge. They shared over 62 years of marriage before her death on Jan. 17, 2018.Bob is survived by: children, Phillip Hornbeck (Cindy) of Partridge and Phyllis Keffer (Doyle) of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Ben Hornbeck (Amber) of Hutchinson, Mollie Keffer of Kansas City, MO, and Josh Powell (Lindsay) of Hutchinson; great-grandchildren, Carter Hornbeck, and Jordan, Noah, Landyn, and Alissa Powell; brother, Wayne Hornbeck (Rachel) of Hutchinson: brother-in-law, Lyle Buckley (Athelyn) of Bella Vista, AR; sisters-in-law, Mary Love of Partridge and Mary Hornbeck of Hutchinson; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Carl, Jack, Oscar, Ray Paul, Jim, and Gary; and sisters, Roberta, Helen, Betty, Marge, and Mary Jane.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Jerry Stokely officiating. Burial will follow in Partridge Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Robert C. "Bob" Hornbeck | 1933 - 2021 |

Carol Jean Berry, 84, died April 13, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born Oct. 1, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Julius and Edna Anna (Thomason) Brack.

Carol graduated from Hutchinson High School. She retired from Eaton Corporation in 1999, where Carol worked for over 30 years.

Carol is survived by: four nieces, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Betty Powell.

Cremation has taken place. As per Carol’s wishes, there will be no service.&nbsp;

In honor of Carol’s love for animals, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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Carol Jean Berry, 84, died April 13, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born Oct. 1, 1936, in Hutchinson, to Julius and Edna Anna (Thomason) Brack.Carol graduated from Hutchinson High School. She retired from Eaton Corporation in 1999, where Carol worked for over 30 years.Carol is survived by: four nieces, and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Betty Powell.Cremation has taken place. As per Carol’s wishes, there will be no service.&nbsp;In honor of Carol’s love for animals, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Carol J. Berry | 1936 - 2021 |

Ronald ‘Ron’ D. Proffitt, 72, passed away April 13, 2021, at Smoky Hill Rehabilitation Center, Salina. He was born April 22, 1948, in Sterling, to Gilbert Arlos and Twila ‘Jo’ (Fleming) Proffitt.

Ron was a 1966 graduate of Sterling High School. Following graduation, he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1969. Ron was a member of the Sterling American Legion Post #128, Sterling, and The Father’s House Church, Hutchinson.

He was a model railroad train enthusiast. Ron was a member of the Rio Grande Southern railroad group and enjoyed collecting model trains and showing them to friends and family. His passion for being around model trains was only surpassed by the love for his family. Ron had many titles in life, but his favorite was being a husband, a father, and especially a grandfather.

On December 14, 1969, he married Alicia Baker, in Sterling. They shared over 51 years of marriage.

Ron is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Alicia Proffitt of Lyons; children, Dawn (Zane) Zahradnik of Windom, and Wesley (Erin Cartwright-Harrison) Proffitt of Austin, TX; grandsons, Zander and Xavyer Zahradnik; and brother, Mike (Marion) Proffitt of California.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Roger Proffitt.

Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2021, at the Sterling Community Cemetery Chapel, 522 E. Cleveland, Sterling.

The family would like to request that instead of sending flowers, that memorials be given to The Father’s House Church, Hutchinson, or Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, NC, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Ronald ‘Ron’ D. Proffitt, 72, passed away April 13, 2021, at Smoky Hill Rehabilitation Center, Salina. He was born April 22, 1948, in Sterling, to Gilbert Arlos and Twila ‘Jo’ (Fleming) Proffitt.Ron was a 1966 graduate of Sterling High School. Following graduation, he served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1969. Ron was a member of the Sterling American Legion Post #128, Sterling, and The Father’s House Church, Hutchinson.He was a model railroad train enthusiast. Ron was a member of the Rio Grande Southern railroad group and enjoyed collecting model trains and showing them to friends and family. His passion for being around model trains was only surpassed by the love for his family. Ron had many titles in life, but his favorite was being a husband, a father, and especially a grandfather.On December 14, 1969, he married Alicia Baker, in Sterling. They shared over 51 years of marriage.Ron is survived by:&nbsp; wife, Alicia Proffitt of Lyons; children, Dawn (Zane) Zahradnik of Windom, and Wesley (Erin Cartwright-Harrison) Proffitt of Austin, TX; grandsons, Zander and Xavyer Zahradnik; and brother, Mike (Marion) Proffitt of California.He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Roger Proffitt.Cremation has taken place and a private memorial service will be held.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Family will receive friends from 3 to 5 p.m. Monday, April 19, 2021, at the Sterling Community Cemetery Chapel, 522 E. Cleveland, Sterling.The family would like to request that instead of sending flowers, that memorials be given to The Father’s House Church, Hutchinson, or Samaritan’s Purse, Boone, NC, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Ronald 'Ron' D. Proffitt | 1948 - 2021 |

Jo Ellen Cooper, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She worked as a middle school special education teacher for 11 years.

Jo Ellen was born on Sept. 28, 1951, in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Marvin Edison and Joan Lillian (Johnson) Cooper. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.

She was a former member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and loved to travel in her spare time.

She is survived by a son, Clinton Rife, II (Skylar) of Bogue, KS; a brother, Jerry Cooper of Emporia, KS; and a granddaughter, Paisley Jo-Anna Rife, who was named after her.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Eugene Cooper.

There will be no service held at this time.

Memorial donations may be payable to Clinton Rife (to be designated at a later date) and mailed to 3271 J. Avenue, Bogue, KS 67625 or 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>.

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 </figure>Jo Ellen Cooper, 69, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She worked as a middle school special education teacher for 11 years.Jo Ellen was born on Sept. 28, 1951, in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Marvin Edison and Joan Lillian (Johnson) Cooper. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from Emporia State University.She was a former member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and loved to travel in her spare time.She is survived by a son, Clinton Rife, II (Skylar) of Bogue, KS; a brother, Jerry Cooper of Emporia, KS; and a granddaughter, Paisley Jo-Anna Rife, who was named after her.She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Eugene Cooper.There will be no service held at this time.Memorial donations may be payable to Clinton Rife (to be designated at a later date) and mailed to 3271 J. Avenue, Bogue, KS 67625 or 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>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Jo Ellen Cooper | 1951 - 2021 |

Roger Gene Fuller, was born on June 1, 1938, to Walter and Lillie Fuller at Franklin, NE., and passed away at the age of 82 on April 5, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS. 

In his youth and teen years, he grew up helping his parents with the farming in Smith County. Roger was a 1957 graduate of Smith Center High School and joined the Army National Guard after graduation. He married Glennia Graham on Sept. 6, 1959. To this union, five children were born, Susan Sellers, Phoenix, AZ., Sheila Heartfield, Salina, KS., Mickie Floyd, Turon, KS., Roger Fuller, Jr. (deceased) and Rick Fuller, Hutchinson, KS. 

Roger worked many years for Bogaarts Bread Plant in Smith Center. In his later years he moved to Hutchinson where he was employed at Jackson Ice Cream until his retirement. His hobbies after retirement was putting puzzles together which he thoroughly enjoyed. No matter how tough times were, he always had a smile and loved to joke. He will be greatly missed as a husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. 

Roger is survived by his wife, Glennia; three daughters, Susan, Sheila and Mickie; one son, Rick; two sisters, Darlene Peters, Hutchinson, KS., and Marylin Gibson, Wentzville, MO., 15 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son and three grandchildren. 

His wish was to be cremated. Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 28, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Roger Gene Fuller, was born on June 1, 1938, to Walter and Lillie Fuller at Franklin, NE., and passed away at the age of 82 on April 5, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS. In his youth and teen years, he grew up helping his parents with the farming in Smith County. Roger was a 1957 graduate of Smith Center High School and joined the Army National Guard after graduation. He married Glennia Graham on Sept. 6, 1959. To this union, five children were born, Susan Sellers, Phoenix, AZ., Sheila Heartfield, Salina, KS., Mickie Floyd, Turon, KS., Roger Fuller, Jr. (deceased) and Rick Fuller, Hutchinson, KS. Roger worked many years for Bogaarts Bread Plant in Smith Center. In his later years he moved to Hutchinson where he was employed at Jackson Ice Cream until his retirement. His hobbies after retirement was putting puzzles together which he thoroughly enjoyed. No matter how tough times were, he always had a smile and loved to joke. He will be greatly missed as a husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Roger is survived by his wife, Glennia; three daughters, Susan, Sheila and Mickie; one son, Rick; two sisters, Darlene Peters, Hutchinson, KS., and Marylin Gibson, Wentzville, MO., 15 grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a son and three grandchildren. His wish was to be cremated. Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Friday, May 28, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, Smith Center, KS. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Roger Gene Fuller | 1938 - 2021 |

Ernest “Ernie” Anthony DiNella, 77, of McPherson, KS and formerly of California, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was retired from the U.S. Marine Corps and serving from 1961 to 1981, including two tours of duty in Vietnam. He also retired from the U.S. Postal Service.

Ernest was born on Sept. 1, 1942, in Philadelphia, PA, the son of Vincenzo and Mary Rita (Morone) DiNella. He attended Bishop Neumann High School in Philadelphia and later earned his Associate of Arts degree from the Inter-American University in Puerto Rico. Ernie was united in marriage to Linda Jean Unger on February 6, 1965, in Elkton, MD. She preceded him in death on June 17, 1990.

He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson.

Survivors include: three daughters, Andrea Ferguson (John) of McPherson, KS, Christina Fazio of San Clemente, CA, and Linda Jean Hall (Jerry) of San Juan Capistrano, CA; two brothers, Bruno DiNella (Karen) of Rosemount, MN and Frank DiNella (Betty) of Spring Hill, FL; five grandchildren, Briana Dooley (Bret), Ian Ferguson, Maresa Fazio, Kieli Hall, and Codi Hall; and many extended family and friends.

A Funeral Rite will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 23, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson. The Rosary will begin at 10:00 AM.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment, with military honors, will be in McPherson Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter 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>.

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 </figure>Ernest “Ernie” Anthony DiNella, 77, of McPherson, KS and formerly of California, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 13, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was retired from the U.S. Marine Corps and serving from 1961 to 1981, including two tours of duty in Vietnam. He also retired from the U.S. Postal Service.Ernest was born on Sept. 1, 1942, in Philadelphia, PA, the son of Vincenzo and Mary Rita (Morone) DiNella. He attended Bishop Neumann High School in Philadelphia and later earned his Associate of Arts degree from the Inter-American University in Puerto Rico. Ernie was united in marriage to Linda Jean Unger on February 6, 1965, in Elkton, MD. She preceded him in death on June 17, 1990.He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson.Survivors include: three daughters, Andrea Ferguson (John) of McPherson, KS, Christina Fazio of San Clemente, CA, and Linda Jean Hall (Jerry) of San Juan Capistrano, CA; two brothers, Bruno DiNella (Karen) of Rosemount, MN and Frank DiNella (Betty) of Spring Hill, FL; five grandchildren, Briana Dooley (Bret), Ian Ferguson, Maresa Fazio, Kieli Hall, and Codi Hall; and many extended family and friends.A Funeral Rite will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, April 23, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, McPherson. The Rosary will begin at 10:00 AM.&nbsp;&nbsp;Inurnment, with military honors, will be in McPherson Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, at Stockham Family Funeral Home.Memorial donations may be given to the McPherson Animal Shelter 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>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Ernest “Ernie” Anthony DiNella | 1942 - 2021 |

Though she didn’t set out to teach us anything, Rose Munoz taught us a lot. She taught us to be generous and share what we have, even if it may appear that we don’t have much to give. Her approach to life showed how we can make the most of our circumstances, even if they aren’t what we would hope for. Her example reminds us that complaining about things we can’t change is a waste of time and energy. 

Rose died on Friday, April 9, after a decades-long battle with many serious health problems. Despite her poor health, Rose will be remembered most as a tough fighter against her illness and for her generous, cheerful manner and playful disposition. She loved to take care of people, and was known to use her non-dialysis days to cook meals for her family and friends. She loved having her brothers and sisters from her congregation drop in on Saturday mornings to take their coffee break in her living room. She would have plenty of cake, cookies and coffee for as many as wanted to drop in for a few minutes to say “Hi”. 

Rose was born in Liberal, Kansas on May 1, 1949 to parents Raymond and Mary Chaffin. Rose was the sixth of nine children. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Jim and Gene and sisters Freda and Lilian. She is survived by siblings Ellen, Burt, Joe and Betty, along with numerous nieces and nephews, and countless spiritual brothers and sisters. Although Rose never had children of her own, she was a loving mother to her nieces Susana and Alyja Almaraz and Marielena Tamayo. 

On January 4, 2006, Rose married Antonio (Tony) Munoz, who survives. Those who know them well, know that Rose chose a good man. Tony has been devoted to caring for Rose for many years. Despite many challenges and difficulties, they enjoyed 15 years of married life. 

As a young woman, Rose began to learn many exciting and important truths that the Bible teaches. She learned that God’s personal name is Jehovah and that he invites each of us to be his friend. Rose wanted to be Jehovah’s friend. On July 1, 1982 she was baptized as a servant of Jehovah. 

The Bible’s promise that the earth will be turned back in to a paradise, with no more sickness or death, was an important part of Rose’s faith. (Revelation 21:4) She loved everything about the earth. She loved to sit in her house and watch the birds and squirrels play in her yard. (Isaiah 11:6-9) The Bible’s teaching that Jehovah will resurrect his faithful servants gave strength, comfort and hope to Rose. She went to sleep in death with absolute confidence that she will be awakened from death to enjoy life on earth as a young, healthy servant of Jehovah. (Isaiah 35:5, 6) Rose is waiting for her God to call her back to life. (Job 14:15) 

A memorial service for Rose Munoz will be held by videoconference on Zoom at a time to be determined. For time and login details, please contact Rhonda Cogan at 620-663-1570.

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 </figure>Though she didn’t set out to teach us anything, Rose Munoz taught us a lot. She taught us to be generous and share what we have, even if it may appear that we don’t have much to give. Her approach to life showed how we can make the most of our circumstances, even if they aren’t what we would hope for. Her example reminds us that complaining about things we can’t change is a waste of time and energy. Rose died on Friday, April 9, after a decades-long battle with many serious health problems. Despite her poor health, Rose will be remembered most as a tough fighter against her illness and for her generous, cheerful manner and playful disposition. She loved to take care of people, and was known to use her non-dialysis days to cook meals for her family and friends. She loved having her brothers and sisters from her congregation drop in on Saturday mornings to take their coffee break in her living room. She would have plenty of cake, cookies and coffee for as many as wanted to drop in for a few minutes to say “Hi”. Rose was born in Liberal, Kansas on May 1, 1949 to parents Raymond and Mary Chaffin. Rose was the sixth of nine children. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Jim and Gene and sisters Freda and Lilian. She is survived by siblings Ellen, Burt, Joe and Betty, along with numerous nieces and nephews, and countless spiritual brothers and sisters. Although Rose never had children of her own, she was a loving mother to her nieces Susana and Alyja Almaraz and Marielena Tamayo. On January 4, 2006, Rose married Antonio (Tony) Munoz, who survives. Those who know them well, know that Rose chose a good man. Tony has been devoted to caring for Rose for many years. Despite many challenges and difficulties, they enjoyed 15 years of married life. As a young woman, Rose began to learn many exciting and important truths that the Bible teaches. She learned that God’s personal name is Jehovah and that he invites each of us to be his friend. Rose wanted to be Jehovah’s friend. On July 1, 1982 she was baptized as a servant of Jehovah. The Bible’s promise that the earth will be turned back in to a paradise, with no more sickness or death, was an important part of Rose’s faith. (Revelation 21:4) She loved everything about the earth. She loved to sit in her house and watch the birds and squirrels play in her yard. (Isaiah 11:6-9) The Bible’s teaching that Jehovah will resurrect his faithful servants gave strength, comfort and hope to Rose. She went to sleep in death with absolute confidence that she will be awakened from death to enjoy life on earth as a young, healthy servant of Jehovah. (Isaiah 35:5, 6) Rose is waiting for her God to call her back to life. (Job 14:15) A memorial service for Rose Munoz will be held by videoconference on Zoom at a time to be determined. For time and login details, please contact Rhonda Cogan at 620-663-1570.

Rose Munoz | 1949 - 2021 |

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Tommy Allan ‘Tom’ Reed, 83, of Hutchinson, died April 13, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born June 16, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Ray and Vara (Gagnebin) Reed.

Tom attended Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He served in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1958. Tom worked at Winchester Packing Company for 22 years before becoming a truck driver for Dillons, a job he held for 10 years before retiring. Following that, he went to work for the City of Hutchinson on their summer crew. Tom was a member of Teamsters Local 795. His biggest joy in life came from spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

On Aug. 3, 1963, Tom married Judith ‘Judy’ Hale at Haven United Methodist Church. They shared 58 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Jay Reed (Chere) and Lisa Valentine (Ron) all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Jeff Valentine of Haven, Katy Fawcett (Austin) of Wichita, Emily, Jon, and Jake Reed, all of Hutchinson, sisters, Patsy Moylan (Al) of Snohomish, WA, Linda Humphrey (Frank) of Abbyville; sister-in-law, Bernice Reed of South Hutchinson, brother-in-law, Ron Hale (Joneen) of Kansas City, MO; and numerous extended family members.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Joe Reed; sisters, Shirley Schoonover, Glenna Arneson, and Deanna Hammer.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Laurel Cemetery, Haven, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

The service will be webcast and the link will be available below beginning at 1:30 p.m. Saturday.

Memorials are suggested to Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Tommy Allan ‘Tom’ Reed, 83, of Hutchinson, died April 13, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born June 16, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Ray and Vara (Gagnebin) Reed.Tom attended Hutchinson High School and Hutchinson Community College. He served in the United States Navy from 1954 to 1958. Tom worked at Winchester Packing Company for 22 years before becoming a truck driver for Dillons, a job he held for 10 years before retiring. Following that, he went to work for the City of Hutchinson on their summer crew. Tom was a member of Teamsters Local 795. His biggest joy in life came from spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.On Aug. 3, 1963, Tom married Judith ‘Judy’ Hale at Haven United Methodist Church. They shared 58 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Jay Reed (Chere) and Lisa Valentine (Ron) all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Jeff Valentine of Haven, Katy Fawcett (Austin) of Wichita, Emily, Jon, and Jake Reed, all of Hutchinson, sisters, Patsy Moylan (Al) of Snohomish, WA, Linda Humphrey (Frank) of Abbyville; sister-in-law, Bernice Reed of South Hutchinson, brother-in-law, Ron Hale (Joneen) of Kansas City, MO; and numerous extended family members.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Joe Reed; sisters, Shirley Schoonover, Glenna Arneson, and Deanna Hammer.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Laurel Cemetery, Haven, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.The service will be webcast and the link will be available below beginning at 1:30 p.m. Saturday.Memorials are suggested to Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Tommy Allan 'Tom' Reed | 1937 - 2021 |

Ruby “Jean” Clark, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson. She was the co-owner of A-C Rentals and worked as a bookkeeper at the Red Coach Restaurant.

Jean was born on Sept. 20, 1931, in Rockwall, TX, the daughter of Charlie Oscar and Pearl Lena (Mooney) Howell. She graduated from Central Academy and Central College.&nbsp;&nbsp;On May 2, 1967, Jean was united in marriage to Laurence “Larry” A. Clark in McPherson, KS. He preceded her in death on June 30, 2009.

She was a member of the McPherson Free Methodist Church, Red Hat Society, Pylettes, and TOPS. Club.

Survivors include: her daughter, Pam Clark (Tracy Schmidt) of McPherson, KS; granddaughter, Chaz Clark (Lance Bean) of McPherson, KS; great-granddaughter, Collier Bean of McPherson, KS; step-daughter, Sandy Clark of McPherson, KS; a brother, Charles Howell (Rachel) of Mansfield, TX; a sister, Margie Peoples (Dosville) of Rockwall, TX; and several nieces &amp; nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a son, Freddie Taylor.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4 p.m., Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 19, at McPherson Free Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Area Habitat for Humanity 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>.

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 </figure>Ruby “Jean” Clark, 89, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson. She was the co-owner of A-C Rentals and worked as a bookkeeper at the Red Coach Restaurant.Jean was born on Sept. 20, 1931, in Rockwall, TX, the daughter of Charlie Oscar and Pearl Lena (Mooney) Howell. She graduated from Central Academy and Central College.&nbsp;&nbsp;On May 2, 1967, Jean was united in marriage to Laurence “Larry” A. Clark in McPherson, KS. He preceded her in death on June 30, 2009.She was a member of the McPherson Free Methodist Church, Red Hat Society, Pylettes, and TOPS. Club.Survivors include: her daughter, Pam Clark (Tracy Schmidt) of McPherson, KS; granddaughter, Chaz Clark (Lance Bean) of McPherson, KS; great-granddaughter, Collier Bean of McPherson, KS; step-daughter, Sandy Clark of McPherson, KS; a brother, Charles Howell (Rachel) of Mansfield, TX; a sister, Margie Peoples (Dosville) of Rockwall, TX; and several nieces &amp; nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a son, Freddie Taylor.The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4 p.m., Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 19, at McPherson Free Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow at McPherson Cemetery.Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Area Habitat for Humanity 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>.<a href="https://hutchpost.com/download" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to download the Hutch Post mobile app. <a href="https://hutchpost.com/posts/5e73b532afae0f4d5f5d90ea" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a>&nbsp;to sign up for the daily Hutch Post email news update.

Ruby “Jean” Clark | 1931 - 2021 |

James “Jim” B. Batson, 87, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 12, 2021, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital. He worked for over 35 years at Kansas Power &amp; Light where he was a welding supervisor.&nbsp;

Jim was born on June 21, 1933, in Wellington, KS, the son of William Lee and Erma Fae (Turpin) Batson. He graduated from McPherson High School and attended McPherson College. On July 5, 1952, Jim was united in&nbsp;&nbsp;marriage to Lucille W. Flory in McPherson.&nbsp;

He was a member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren. He was an avid golfer and was the first member of Turkey Creek Golf Course. He enjoyed racing go-carts, water skiing, and boating.

He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Lucille of the home; three children, Cindy Kaufman (Cameron) of Buhler, KS, Janet Barthman (Mike) of Abilene, KS, and Bruce Batson of Wichita, KS; a brother, Jerry Batson of McPherson, KS; special friends, Harold and Penny Selzer of McPherson, KS; twelve grandchildren, Chris Cheesman (Mandy), Joseph Kaufman (Blanca), Katie Heller (Joe), Ian Tinsley (Bridgette), Brook Batson, Nick Batson, Stefanie Osborne (Dave), Jeremy Batson (Ashley), Eric Batson, Kelly Batson, Erica Selzer, and Patrick Selzer (Katie); and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by&nbsp;&nbsp;his parents, two brothers, William Batson and Donald Batson; and a son, Wayne Batson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The family asks that attendees wear masks. The final resting place will be at Washington Creek Cemetery in Lawrence, KS.

Memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&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>James “Jim” B. Batson, 87, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 12, 2021, surrounded by family at McPherson Hospital. He worked for over 35 years at Kansas Power &amp; Light where he was a welding supervisor.&nbsp;Jim was born on June 21, 1933, in Wellington, KS, the son of William Lee and Erma Fae (Turpin) Batson. He graduated from McPherson High School and attended McPherson College. On July 5, 1952, Jim was united in&nbsp;&nbsp;marriage to Lucille W. Flory in McPherson.&nbsp;He was a member of the McPherson Church of the Brethren. He was an avid golfer and was the first member of Turkey Creek Golf Course. He enjoyed racing go-carts, water skiing, and boating.He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Lucille of the home; three children, Cindy Kaufman (Cameron) of Buhler, KS, Janet Barthman (Mike) of Abilene, KS, and Bruce Batson of Wichita, KS; a brother, Jerry Batson of McPherson, KS; special friends, Harold and Penny Selzer of McPherson, KS; twelve grandchildren, Chris Cheesman (Mandy), Joseph Kaufman (Blanca), Katie Heller (Joe), Ian Tinsley (Bridgette), Brook Batson, Nick Batson, Stefanie Osborne (Dave), Jeremy Batson (Ashley), Eric Batson, Kelly Batson, Erica Selzer, and Patrick Selzer (Katie); and 12 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by&nbsp;&nbsp;his parents, two brothers, William Batson and Donald Batson; and a son, Wayne Batson.The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The family asks that attendees wear masks. The final resting place will be at Washington Creek Cemetery in Lawrence, KS.Memorial donations may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;&nbsp;Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.

James “Jim” B. Batson | 1933 - 2021 |

Rev. Gene Allen McBride of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 at Schowalter Villa, at the age of 91 years. He was born December 1, 1929, in Friend, Nebraska, the son of Fred and Grace (Schmidt) McBride.

He attended grade schools in York and Nance Counties in Nebraska and graduated from Fullerton High School with the class of 1947. He often spoke of his acceptance of Christ as his Savior at a revival meeting in the fall of 1943 in the Methodist Church in Fullerton.

He was united in marriage to Areta Longenecker on April 8, 1949.

For several years, he farmed with his father in Nebraska and his father-in-law in Minnesota, where he felt God called him to mission work. On January 3, 1953, after graduating from Bethany School of Missions in Bloomington, Minnesota, Gene, Areta, and their three year old daughter, Jeanette, set sail for Portuguese Guinea (now Guinea-Bissau) in West Africa.&nbsp; Here, Gene was baptized early in his ministry. They served in church planting under the Worldwide Evangelization for Christ (WEC) Mission until 1988, when they returned to the States because of Areta’s failing health. Gene then became the executive director of the Missionary Retreat Fellowship, a complex of homes for missionaries on furlough near Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania.

Following Areta’s death in 1994, Gene married Elizabeth (Fast) Jantzen in 1996 in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, who also joined him in the work at MRF. In 2001, they retired from this work and moved to Hesston, Kansas.

He and Liz became members of the Garden Community Church, where he served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher and an elder. Throughout life, Gene continued his interest in, and love and support for mission work and missionaries. In his retirement years, he also volunteered weekly at the Source of Light Mission in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp;

In retirement, Gene was employed part-time by Preferred Builders for several years. He loved to travel, read, hunt and fish.

On March 18, 2019 he became a resident in nursing care at Schowalter Villa in Hesston.

He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Jeanette (Gary) Stangland; step-daughters, Ellen (Matt) Miles and Martha Bragg; grandsons, Eric (Devon) Stangland and Jason (Joli) Stangland; great-grandson, Calvin Stangland; step-grandchildren, Jazzmin Bragg, Regal Bragg, Georgia Johnson, Micayla (Joel) Shrimpton, Macy Miles, and Mattie Miles; step-great-grandchildren, Mar’Gianna and Imani Wade; and siblings, Norma Longenecker, Valerie Ross, Wayne (Joyce) McBride, Dwayne (Sharon) McBride, and LaVonne (Chuck) Abela.

Gene was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Areta; sister, Twyla McNeff; and brother, Galen McBride.

Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Garden Community Church, rural Moundridge. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time. The services will be live-streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/gardencommunitychurch">www.facebook.com/gardencommunitychurch</a>. Burial will be held at Dunmore Cemetery, Dunmore, Pennsylvania at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Missionary Retreat Fellowship (MRF), 74 Missionary Retreat Road, Jefferson Township, PA 18436; Worldwide Evangelization for Christ Int. (WEC, Int.), PO Box 1707, Ft. Washington, PA 19034; or Garden Community Church Missions, PO Box 338, Hesston, KS 67062. Moundridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rev. Gene Allen McBride, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/rev-gene-mcbride/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Rev. Gene Allen McBride of Hesston, Kansas, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 at Schowalter Villa, at the age of 91 years. He was born December 1, 1929, in Friend, Nebraska, the son of Fred and Grace (Schmidt) McBride.He attended grade schools in York and Nance Counties in Nebraska and graduated from Fullerton High School with the class of 1947. He often spoke of his acceptance of Christ as his Savior at a revival meeting in the fall of 1943 in the Methodist Church in Fullerton.He was united in marriage to Areta Longenecker on April 8, 1949.For several years, he farmed with his father in Nebraska and his father-in-law in Minnesota, where he felt God called him to mission work. On January 3, 1953, after graduating from Bethany School of Missions in Bloomington, Minnesota, Gene, Areta, and their three year old daughter, Jeanette, set sail for Portuguese Guinea (now Guinea-Bissau) in West Africa.&nbsp; Here, Gene was baptized early in his ministry. They served in church planting under the Worldwide Evangelization for Christ (WEC) Mission until 1988, when they returned to the States because of Areta’s failing health. Gene then became the executive director of the Missionary Retreat Fellowship, a complex of homes for missionaries on furlough near Lake Ariel, Pennsylvania.Following Areta’s death in 1994, Gene married Elizabeth (Fast) Jantzen in 1996 in Mountain Lake, Minnesota, who also joined him in the work at MRF. In 2001, they retired from this work and moved to Hesston, Kansas.He and Liz became members of the Garden Community Church, where he served faithfully as a Sunday school teacher and an elder. Throughout life, Gene continued his interest in, and love and support for mission work and missionaries. In his retirement years, he also volunteered weekly at the Source of Light Mission in Newton, Kansas.&nbsp;In retirement, Gene was employed part-time by Preferred Builders for several years. He loved to travel, read, hunt and fish.On March 18, 2019 he became a resident in nursing care at Schowalter Villa in Hesston.He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth; daughter, Jeanette (Gary) Stangland; step-daughters, Ellen (Matt) Miles and Martha Bragg; grandsons, Eric (Devon) Stangland and Jason (Joli) Stangland; great-grandson, Calvin Stangland; step-grandchildren, Jazzmin Bragg, Regal Bragg, Georgia Johnson, Micayla (Joel) Shrimpton, Macy Miles, and Mattie Miles; step-great-grandchildren, Mar’Gianna and Imani Wade; and siblings, Norma Longenecker, Valerie Ross, Wayne (Joyce) McBride, Dwayne (Sharon) McBride, and LaVonne (Chuck) Abela.Gene was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Areta; sister, Twyla McNeff; and brother, Galen McBride.Blessed be his memory.Cremation is planned with memorial services to be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, April 17, 2021 at Garden Community Church, rural Moundridge. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time. The services will be live-streamed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.facebook.com/gardencommunitychurch">www.facebook.com/gardencommunitychurch</a>. Burial will be held at Dunmore Cemetery, Dunmore, Pennsylvania at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Missionary Retreat Fellowship (MRF), 74 Missionary Retreat Road, Jefferson Township, PA 18436; Worldwide Evangelization for Christ Int. (WEC, Int.), PO Box 1707, Ft. Washington, PA 19034; or Garden Community Church Missions, PO Box 338, Hesston, KS 67062. Moundridge Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Rev. Gene Allen McBride, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/rev-gene-mcbride/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Rev. Gene Allen McBride | 1929 - 2021 |

Sue Ann Franko, 76, of Hutchinson, died April 11, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born November 13, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Sam and Marian Williams.

Marian died when Sue was five years old and Violet Morgan cared for her and legally adopted her after Sam’s death.

Sue graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962 and Emporia State Teacher’s College in 1966. She taught physical education at Sherman Middle School for 6 years until her daughters were born. Sue then did substitute teaching and volunteered at the Cosmosphere. She then ran Dr. Goddard’s Lab at the Cosmosphere for many years. Sue directed the Red Cross swimming program in Hutchinson for many years. She also worked at the Kansas State Fair, first in concessions and then as director of the Professional Art Building. Sue enjoyed wheat-weaving and traveling to craft shows with her family.

On June 16, 1967, she married James R. ‘Jim’ Franko in Hutchinson. He survives.

Also surviving are: daughters, Jennifer Viel (Tom) of Winnebago, IL, and Kristine Franko of Edgerton, WI.; grandchildren, Amber and Hunter Egelhoff of Jerseyville, IL, Luke and Anna Viel of Winnebago, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, and a half-sister.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.

Memorials are suggested in Sue’s name to the Cosmosphere, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Sue Ann Franko, 76, of Hutchinson, died April 11, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born November 13, 1944, in Hutchinson, to Sam and Marian Williams.Marian died when Sue was five years old and Violet Morgan cared for her and legally adopted her after Sam’s death.Sue graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962 and Emporia State Teacher’s College in 1966. She taught physical education at Sherman Middle School for 6 years until her daughters were born. Sue then did substitute teaching and volunteered at the Cosmosphere. She then ran Dr. Goddard’s Lab at the Cosmosphere for many years. Sue directed the Red Cross swimming program in Hutchinson for many years. She also worked at the Kansas State Fair, first in concessions and then as director of the Professional Art Building. Sue enjoyed wheat-weaving and traveling to craft shows with her family.On June 16, 1967, she married James R. ‘Jim’ Franko in Hutchinson. He survives.Also surviving are: daughters, Jennifer Viel (Tom) of Winnebago, IL, and Kristine Franko of Edgerton, WI.; grandchildren, Amber and Hunter Egelhoff of Jerseyville, IL, Luke and Anna Viel of Winnebago, IL.She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, and a half-sister.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, April 15, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary. The casket will remain closed.Memorials are suggested in Sue’s name to the Cosmosphere, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Sue Ann Franko | 1944 - 2021 |

Mildred Yvonne “Mert” Harness, 80, died April 8, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born February 13, 1941, in Muskogee, OK, to Luther A. and Oetta P. (Nelson) Crawford, Sr.

After graduating high school, Mert received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.&nbsp; She enjoyed her career as a registered nurse, before serving as an interim administrator for a long-term care facility. Mert loved the Lord and was a member of New Resurrection Church, Hutchinson. She was a loving, giving wife, mother, and sister, and cherished time with her family.

In 1963, she married Robert E. Harness, in Hutchinson. He died in September 2000, after 37 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Mert is survived by: daughters, Mia A. Harness of Oklahoma City, OK, and Tiffany N. Harness of Washington, D.C.; siblings, Luther Crawford, Jr. and&nbsp; Annette Crawford, both of Hutchinson, and Ann Robinson of Great Bend; and close friends, Jack Stevens, Lela Marie Jenks and Daniel Ekubagzi.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Marion Crawford, Sr., Clifford Howard Crawford, Sr., Carl Eugene Crawford, Phillip Crawford, and Keith Crawford; and sisters, Gwendolyn Benbrook,&nbsp;Alberta Holder and Iola Wright.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, April 12, 2021, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson. The family requests masks be worn to the visitation. Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Due to Covid-19, a celebration of Mert’s life will be announced at a later date.

Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Mildred Yvonne “Mert” Harness, 80, died April 8, 2021, at her home.&nbsp; She was born February 13, 1941, in Muskogee, OK, to Luther A. and Oetta P. (Nelson) Crawford, Sr.After graduating high school, Mert received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.&nbsp; She enjoyed her career as a registered nurse, before serving as an interim administrator for a long-term care facility. Mert loved the Lord and was a member of New Resurrection Church, Hutchinson. She was a loving, giving wife, mother, and sister, and cherished time with her family.In 1963, she married Robert E. Harness, in Hutchinson. He died in September 2000, after 37 years of marriage.&nbsp;Mert is survived by: daughters, Mia A. Harness of Oklahoma City, OK, and Tiffany N. Harness of Washington, D.C.; siblings, Luther Crawford, Jr. and&nbsp; Annette Crawford, both of Hutchinson, and Ann Robinson of Great Bend; and close friends, Jack Stevens, Lela Marie Jenks and Daniel Ekubagzi.She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Marion Crawford, Sr., Clifford Howard Crawford, Sr., Carl Eugene Crawford, Phillip Crawford, and Keith Crawford; and sisters, Gwendolyn Benbrook,&nbsp;Alberta Holder and Iola Wright.Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, April 12, 2021, with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson. The family requests masks be worn to the visitation. Private family burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Due to Covid-19, a celebration of Mert’s life will be announced at a later date.Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

Mildred Y. "Mert" Harness | 1941 - 2021 |

Rev. Eric John Zacharias, 101, of Pretty Prairie, died April 8, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born February 18, 1920, in Herbert, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Rev. John E. and Marie H. (Klassen) Zacharias.

Eric graduated from Herbert High School in 1939, Urbana College in 1941, and both Boston University and Swedenborg School of Religion in Cambridge, MA, in 1950. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1941-1945.

Except for serving the El-Cerrito, CA, church from 1958-1962, Eric was minister at New Jerusalem Church, Pretty Prairie, from 1950 to 2006. He served two terms as mayor of the City of Pretty Prairie and two terms as president of the&nbsp;Swedenborgian Church&nbsp;of North America. Eric also worked for the Welfare Departments of Reno and Kingman Counties for several years and was instrumental in the beginning of Horizons Mental Health Center, where he also worked for 5 years.

On May 29, 1943, Eric married Alice E. ‘Betty’ Melenbacher, in Ayr, Ontario, Canada. They shared 66 years of marriage before her death on October 15, 2009.

He is survived by: children, Richard Zacharias (Bev) of Wichita, Lynn Charlesworth (Bill) of Montoursville, PA, Veneta Lane of Hutchinson, Rebecca Colbert of Urbana, OH, Ames Zacharias (Sue) of Kennewick, WA; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; two great-great-granchildren; sisters, Laura Simpson of New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada, Marian Hoeck of Copenhagen, Denmark; and numerous extended family members.

Eric was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Henry Zacharias, Rev. Paul Zacharias, Clifford Zacharias; and sons-in-law, Elvin Lane and Clark Colbert.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 2021, at New Jerusalem Church, 106 N. Maple, Pretty Prairie, with Rev. Jane Siebert officiating. COVID-19 precautions will be enforced. Private family inurnment will be in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.

Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorial donations are suggested to the church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Rev. Eric John Zacharias, 101, of Pretty Prairie, died April 8, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born February 18, 1920, in Herbert, Saskatchewan, Canada, to Rev. John E. and Marie H. (Klassen) Zacharias.Eric graduated from Herbert High School in 1939, Urbana College in 1941, and both Boston University and Swedenborg School of Religion in Cambridge, MA, in 1950. He served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1941-1945.Except for serving the El-Cerrito, CA, church from 1958-1962, Eric was minister at New Jerusalem Church, Pretty Prairie, from 1950 to 2006. He served two terms as mayor of the City of Pretty Prairie and two terms as president of the&nbsp;Swedenborgian Church&nbsp;of North America. Eric also worked for the Welfare Departments of Reno and Kingman Counties for several years and was instrumental in the beginning of Horizons Mental Health Center, where he also worked for 5 years.On May 29, 1943, Eric married Alice E. ‘Betty’ Melenbacher, in Ayr, Ontario, Canada. They shared 66 years of marriage before her death on October 15, 2009.He is survived by: children, Richard Zacharias (Bev) of Wichita, Lynn Charlesworth (Bill) of Montoursville, PA, Veneta Lane of Hutchinson, Rebecca Colbert of Urbana, OH, Ames Zacharias (Sue) of Kennewick, WA; 16 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; two great-great-granchildren; sisters, Laura Simpson of New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada, Marian Hoeck of Copenhagen, Denmark; and numerous extended family members.Eric was preceded in death by: his parents; brothers, Henry Zacharias, Rev. Paul Zacharias, Clifford Zacharias; and sons-in-law, Elvin Lane and Clark Colbert.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 1, 2021, at New Jerusalem Church, 106 N. Maple, Pretty Prairie, with Rev. Jane Siebert officiating. COVID-19 precautions will be enforced. Private family inurnment will be in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie.Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorial donations are suggested to the church or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Rev. Eric J. Zacharias | 1920 - 2021 |

Betty Ketch Parker Rayl, 91, of Tulsa, OK, died April 12, 2021, at Heritage Point of Tulsa. She was born May 31, 1929, in Douglas, KS, to Ernest and Ollie (Breshears) Ketch.

Betty graduated from Haven High School in 1947, and then attended Adela Hale Business College. She worked for Dillon’s in the accounting department, until she retired. After retirement, Betty worked in retail at the Hallmark store and for Demonstrations Unlimited. She was a member of First Church of God in Hutchinson.

Betty married Bob Parker on May 25, 1948. They later divorced. On June 30, 1973, she married Myron Rayl. He preceded her in death.

Betty is survived by: daughters, Barbara Walters (Larry), Bixby,OK, and Beverly Edgemon (Don), Ponca City, OK; five grandchildren, Alan and Adam Walters, JaneAnn Burgard, David McAlhaney, and Michael McAlhaney; 11 great-grandchildren; and niece, Candace Fankhouser.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Lois Fankhouser.

Graveside service will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2021, at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, KS. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Assistance League of Tulsa, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Betty Ketch Parker Rayl, 91, of Tulsa, OK, died April 12, 2021, at Heritage Point of Tulsa. She was born May 31, 1929, in Douglas, KS, to Ernest and Ollie (Breshears) Ketch.Betty graduated from Haven High School in 1947, and then attended Adela Hale Business College. She worked for Dillon’s in the accounting department, until she retired. After retirement, Betty worked in retail at the Hallmark store and for Demonstrations Unlimited. She was a member of First Church of God in Hutchinson.Betty married Bob Parker on May 25, 1948. They later divorced. On June 30, 1973, she married Myron Rayl. He preceded her in death.Betty is survived by: daughters, Barbara Walters (Larry), Bixby,OK, and Beverly Edgemon (Don), Ponca City, OK; five grandchildren, Alan and Adam Walters, JaneAnn Burgard, David McAlhaney, and Michael McAlhaney; 11 great-grandchildren; and niece, Candace Fankhouser.She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Lois Fankhouser.Graveside service will be 11:30 a.m. Friday, April 16, 2021, at Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, KS. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Assistance League of Tulsa, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Betty Rayl | 1929 - 2021 |

Bonnie Josephine Boyle, 87, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Lindsborg, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 12, 2021, at The Cedars, McPherson. She was a homemaker and school teacher. She also worked in the school libraries in Dodge City, KS.

She was born on February 23, 1934, in Glenville, Minnesota, the daughter of Willard and Ruth Young. She graduated from Wessington Springs College (South Dakota) and from Greenville College (Illinois). On July 21, 1956, Bonnie was united in marriage to John E. Boyle in Glenville.

She was a member of the McPherson Free Methodist Church and attended Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg.

Survivors include: her loving husband of 64 years, Rev. John Boyle; two sons, Jay Boyle (Marta) and Jack Boyle (Jean);&nbsp;&nbsp;daughter-in-law, Susan Boyle; two grandchildren, Dustin Boyle and Johnathan Boyle; three great-grandchildren, Clara Boyle, Walker Boyle, and Kelty Boyle; a brother, Russell Young; a sister, Edith Grosland; and many extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Joseph Edward Boyle, and a sister, Ruth Royer.

The memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg, with Rev. Dallas Peterson officiating. The final resting place will be in Glenville, MN at a later date.

Memorial donations may be given to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 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>.

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 </figure>Bonnie Josephine Boyle, 87, of McPherson, KS and formerly of Lindsborg, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 12, 2021, at The Cedars, McPherson. She was a homemaker and school teacher. She also worked in the school libraries in Dodge City, KS.She was born on February 23, 1934, in Glenville, Minnesota, the daughter of Willard and Ruth Young. She graduated from Wessington Springs College (South Dakota) and from Greenville College (Illinois). On July 21, 1956, Bonnie was united in marriage to John E. Boyle in Glenville.She was a member of the McPherson Free Methodist Church and attended Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg.Survivors include: her loving husband of 64 years, Rev. John Boyle; two sons, Jay Boyle (Marta) and Jack Boyle (Jean);&nbsp;&nbsp;daughter-in-law, Susan Boyle; two grandchildren, Dustin Boyle and Johnathan Boyle; three great-grandchildren, Clara Boyle, Walker Boyle, and Kelty Boyle; a brother, Russell Young; a sister, Edith Grosland; and many extended family and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Joseph Edward Boyle, and a sister, Ruth Royer.The memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, April 18, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Lindsborg, with Rev. Dallas Peterson officiating. The final resting place will be in Glenville, MN at a later date.Memorial donations may be given to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 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>.

Bonnie Josephine Boyle | 1934 - 2021 |

Alfred Alfonse &nbsp;“Al” Hammersmith, age 
78, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 10, 2021, at Via Christi 
Village Care Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 28, 1942, in 
Russell, Kansas to Alfonse and Silverina I. (Quint) Hammersmith.&nbsp; He 
married Mary Ellen (Hammerschmidt) on August 25, 1966, at Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp;

He owned and operated H &amp; B 
Petroleum of Hutchinson since 1997, and he has always worked in the oil 
fields.&nbsp; He and Mary made their home in Ellinwood, Kansas for about 30 
years, they also lived in Plainville, Ness City, and Hutchinson.&nbsp; He 
grew up in&nbsp; Gorham and was a 1960 graduate of Gorham High School.&nbsp; He 
served three years in the U.S. Army, a member of 3rd and 4th Degree 
Knights of Columbus, and a member of the Church of the Holy Cross of 
Hutchinson.

He donated to many organizations 
locally and across the globe.&nbsp; He had a real passion for supporting 
Catholic education, especially schools that his grandkids attended.&nbsp; He 
enjoyed life to the fullest.&nbsp; He loved to camp and fish, play golf, 
going to the casino, spending time with friends and family, and cheering
 on the Jayhawks, Chiefs and Royals.

Above all, his real passion in 
life was his faith, family and work. He was a devoted husband, Dad and 
Grandpa.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was proud of his Volga German heritage.&nbsp; He was a model for
 the importance of prayer, faith and hard work in one’s life.&nbsp; He always
 cherished the times when his family could spend time together.&nbsp; 
Finally, you could always count on him supporting his kids and grandkids
 as he traveled many miles to watch the many activities they 
participated in. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife, Mary 
Hammersmith, Hays, KS; three sons, Joe Hammersmith and wife Karen, 
Hutchinson, KS; Mike Hammersmith and wife, Angie, Hutchinson, KS; Tom 
Hammersmith and wife, Megan, Hutchinson, KS; one daughter, Sarah 
Balthazor and husband, Steve, Hays, KS; one brother-in-law, Jim Rathbun,
 Natoma, KS; 12 grandchildren, Mariah Hammersmith; Morgan Hammersmith, 
Philippe Manga; Alex Hammersmith; Becca Hammersmith; Isaac Hammersmith; 
Owen Hammersmith; Anna Hammersmith; Eli Hammersmith; Sophia Balthazor; 
Evan Balthazor; and Lydia Balthazor.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Darlene Befort-Mattas; Virginia Rathbun; two infant brothers and one infant sister.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 
at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, 
Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, 
Kansas with Flag presentation by the Victoria V.F.W. Post No. 1751.

A vigil service and a Knights of 
Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley 
Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers the family 
suggests memorials payable to “The Eli Hammersmith Trust” in care of 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 
67601.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail
 to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Alfred Alfonse &nbsp;“Al” Hammersmith, age 
78, passed away peacefully Saturday, April 10, 2021, at Via Christi 
Village Care Center, Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 28, 1942, in 
Russell, Kansas to Alfonse and Silverina I. (Quint) Hammersmith.&nbsp; He 
married Mary Ellen (Hammerschmidt) on August 25, 1966, at Russell, 
Kansas.&nbsp;He owned and operated H &amp; B 
Petroleum of Hutchinson since 1997, and he has always worked in the oil 
fields.&nbsp; He and Mary made their home in Ellinwood, Kansas for about 30 
years, they also lived in Plainville, Ness City, and Hutchinson.&nbsp; He 
grew up in&nbsp; Gorham and was a 1960 graduate of Gorham High School.&nbsp; He 
served three years in the U.S. Army, a member of 3rd and 4th Degree 
Knights of Columbus, and a member of the Church of the Holy Cross of 
Hutchinson.He donated to many organizations 
locally and across the globe.&nbsp; He had a real passion for supporting 
Catholic education, especially schools that his grandkids attended.&nbsp; He 
enjoyed life to the fullest.&nbsp; He loved to camp and fish, play golf, 
going to the casino, spending time with friends and family, and cheering
 on the Jayhawks, Chiefs and Royals.Above all, his real passion in 
life was his faith, family and work. He was a devoted husband, Dad and 
Grandpa.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was proud of his Volga German heritage.&nbsp; He was a model for
 the importance of prayer, faith and hard work in one’s life.&nbsp; He always
 cherished the times when his family could spend time together.&nbsp; 
Finally, you could always count on him supporting his kids and grandkids
 as he traveled many miles to watch the many activities they 
participated in. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his wife, Mary 
Hammersmith, Hays, KS; three sons, Joe Hammersmith and wife Karen, 
Hutchinson, KS; Mike Hammersmith and wife, Angie, Hutchinson, KS; Tom 
Hammersmith and wife, Megan, Hutchinson, KS; one daughter, Sarah 
Balthazor and husband, Steve, Hays, KS; one brother-in-law, Jim Rathbun,
 Natoma, KS; 12 grandchildren, Mariah Hammersmith; Morgan Hammersmith, 
Philippe Manga; Alex Hammersmith; Becca Hammersmith; Isaac Hammersmith; 
Owen Hammersmith; Anna Hammersmith; Eli Hammersmith; Sophia Balthazor; 
Evan Balthazor; and Lydia Balthazor.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Darlene Befort-Mattas; Virginia Rathbun; two infant brothers and one infant sister.Mass of Christian Burial will be 
at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, 
Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, 
Kansas with Flag presentation by the Victoria V.F.W. Post No. 1751.A vigil service and a Knights of 
Columbus rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley 
Mortuary of Hays.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Tuesday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family 
suggests memorials payable to “The Eli Hammersmith Trust” in care of 
Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 
67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail
 to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Alfred Alfonse  'Al' Hammersmith

Cheryll Lee Otte, 62 of Canton, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at her home in Canton, just a few days short of her 63rd birthday.&nbsp; She was born April 12, 1958 in Moundridge, the daughter of Keith and Marion (Whitley) Koller. Cheryll lived all of her life in McPherson County and was a loving mother to her sons, Matthew and Christopher. She was a cook, of which she excelled wonderfully, for various restaurants and clubs throughout her working career.

She was united in marriage to Roger C. Otte in McPherson and he preceded her in death on December 20, 2020. She was a member of the Canton American Legion Auxiliary Post #192.

Survivors include her two sons, Matthew K. Hill and fiance, Catlin of Denver, Colorado and Christopher L. Hill and wife, Kristin of Canton; a brother, Jeff Koller and wife, Becky of Moundridge and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date and will be announced by Olson's Mortuary, Canton.&nbsp;&nbsp;

To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Cheryll L. Otte, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/cheryll-otte/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Cheryll Lee Otte, 62 of Canton, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at her home in Canton, just a few days short of her 63rd birthday.&nbsp; She was born April 12, 1958 in Moundridge, the daughter of Keith and Marion (Whitley) Koller. Cheryll lived all of her life in McPherson County and was a loving mother to her sons, Matthew and Christopher. She was a cook, of which she excelled wonderfully, for various restaurants and clubs throughout her working career.She was united in marriage to Roger C. Otte in McPherson and he preceded her in death on December 20, 2020. She was a member of the Canton American Legion Auxiliary Post #192.Survivors include her two sons, Matthew K. Hill and fiance, Catlin of Denver, Colorado and Christopher L. Hill and wife, Kristin of Canton; a brother, Jeff Koller and wife, Becky of Moundridge and a host of other relatives and friends. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date and will be announced by Olson's Mortuary, Canton.&nbsp;&nbsp;To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Cheryll L. Otte, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/cheryll-otte/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Cheryll L. Otte | 1958 - 2021 | 

On April 4, 2021, this world lost a sweet, kind soul. Jaiden Michael, the boy who stole my heart, my first love. With those multiple dimples, that contagious smile, and the most respectable manner, he won the hearts of many.

Born at Hutchinson Hospital on June 11, 1995, he was a lifelong resident of Hutchinson. Jaiden was a graduate of Hutchinson High School, Class of 2014. He later graduated from Tulsa Welding School in June of 2019. Jaiden was employed by Royer Brothers Tree Service.

Jaiden is survived by: the high energy mini version of himself with that same contagious smile, his son, Corbin James Casanova; mother, Gabriella Gonzales (Brandon Corwin); father, Jason Casanova; grandparents, Gilberto and Rosa Sandoval Gonzales, David and Vanita Castor, Louis and Brenda Casanova; sisters, Melia Jensen and Karrin Casanova; uncles, Paul Gonzales (Crystal), Jamie Casanova &nbsp;(Juanita), and Jared Casanova; aunts, Allison Reza (Raul), Alyssa Casanova (Jamaal), and Calla Casanova; and with too many great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins to name.

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, with Pastor Chris Powell officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 12, through Friday, April 16, and from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday, April 17, with the family present on Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Corbin James Casanova Fund, in care of Envista Credit Union, 1803 N. Lorraine, Hutchinson, KS 67502. Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>On April 4, 2021, this world lost a sweet, kind soul. Jaiden Michael, the boy who stole my heart, my first love. With those multiple dimples, that contagious smile, and the most respectable manner, he won the hearts of many.Born at Hutchinson Hospital on June 11, 1995, he was a lifelong resident of Hutchinson. Jaiden was a graduate of Hutchinson High School, Class of 2014. He later graduated from Tulsa Welding School in June of 2019. Jaiden was employed by Royer Brothers Tree Service.Jaiden is survived by: the high energy mini version of himself with that same contagious smile, his son, Corbin James Casanova; mother, Gabriella Gonzales (Brandon Corwin); father, Jason Casanova; grandparents, Gilberto and Rosa Sandoval Gonzales, David and Vanita Castor, Louis and Brenda Casanova; sisters, Melia Jensen and Karrin Casanova; uncles, Paul Gonzales (Crystal), Jamie Casanova &nbsp;(Juanita), and Jared Casanova; aunts, Allison Reza (Raul), Alyssa Casanova (Jamaal), and Calla Casanova; and with too many great-aunts, great-uncles, and cousins to name.Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, April 17, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, with Pastor Chris Powell officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, April 12, through Friday, April 16, and from 10 a.m. until service time Saturday, April 17, with the family present on Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Corbin James Casanova Fund, in care of Envista Credit Union, 1803 N. Lorraine, Hutchinson, KS 67502. Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501, is in charge of arrangements.

Jaiden Michael Casanova | 1995 - 2021 |

Mark Patrick Miller, 62, of Marquette, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. Mark was a lifetime McPherson County resident.

Mark was born on March 17, 1959, in McPherson, KS, the son of Leonard Leo and Lois Mae (Hufferd) Miller. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1978. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He also loved photography and astronomy. He spent most of his working years as an HVAC technician.

Survivors include: seven siblings, Leonard “Lenny” Miller, Jr. (Sharyl) of McPherson, KS, Mary Beavers (David) of Republican City, NE, Ronald Miller (Colleen) of Marquette, KS, Kevin Miller (Sue) of Colorado Springs, CO, Susan Miller (Carol Thebeau) of San Marcos, CA, Lisa Willett (Kevin) of Hastings, NE, and Judy Harris (Mitchel) of Ingalls, KS; and many extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Larry K. Miller, and a niece, Christine Miller.

No service will be held at this time.&nbsp;

Memorial donations may be made payable to Ronald Miller (to offset medical expenses) 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>.

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 </figure>Mark Patrick Miller, 62, of Marquette, KS, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. Mark was a lifetime McPherson County resident.Mark was born on March 17, 1959, in McPherson, KS, the son of Leonard Leo and Lois Mae (Hufferd) Miller. He graduated from McPherson High School in 1978. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He also loved photography and astronomy. He spent most of his working years as an HVAC technician.Survivors include: seven siblings, Leonard “Lenny” Miller, Jr. (Sharyl) of McPherson, KS, Mary Beavers (David) of Republican City, NE, Ronald Miller (Colleen) of Marquette, KS, Kevin Miller (Sue) of Colorado Springs, CO, Susan Miller (Carol Thebeau) of San Marcos, CA, Lisa Willett (Kevin) of Hastings, NE, and Judy Harris (Mitchel) of Ingalls, KS; and many extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Larry K. Miller, and a niece, Christine Miller.No service will be held at this time.&nbsp;Memorial donations may be made payable to Ronald Miller (to offset medical expenses) 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>.

Mark Patrick Miller | 1959 - 2021 |

Samuel Nelson Darrah, 51, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 5, 2021. He worked at AGCO in Hesston and City Ice in McPherson.

Samuel was born on Nov. 29, 1969, in Toledo, OH, the son of Bryson James and Winnie (Voth) Darrah.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Samuel Nelson Darrah, 51, of McPherson, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 5, 2021. He worked at AGCO in Hesston and City Ice in McPherson.Samuel was born on Nov. 29, 1969, in Toledo, OH, the son of Bryson James and Winnie (Voth) Darrah.&nbsp;Survivors include: three children, Bryson Darrah, Joey Darrah, and Ashton Demaio, all of McPherson, KS; and former wife, Maria Demaio of McPherson, KS.He was preceded in death by his parents, Bryson Darrah and Winnie Cline.No service will be held at this time.Memorial donations may be made payable to Stockham Family Funeral Home (to offset funeral expenses) 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>.

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