Raymond Nisly, 94, died March 8, 2021, at Reflection Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born Sept. 26, 1926, in rural Reno County, to Levi and Mary (Bontrager) Nisly.

Raymond was a farmer, but faith, family, and service to others were paramount in his life. With a servant heart, he would share his God-given talents volunteering to help those in need.&nbsp; He and his wife, Mary, always had an interest in missions and sharing the word of Jesus.&nbsp; They volunteered for over 35 years with Rosedale Mennonite Missions.&nbsp; Most notable was in 1980, when they served an African-American community for three years in Boykin, Alabama. While there, Raymond and Mary would spend their entire days serving those in need and learning about&nbsp; their new-found friends through worship, fellowship, and meals.&nbsp; They also helped start and were charter members of Plainview Mennonite Church and Maranatha Mennonite Church.&nbsp; In addition, he volunteered over 30 years for the prison fellowship group, leading Bible studies.&nbsp; Raymond was a member of Maranatha Mennonite Church for 40 years.

On Nov. 7, 1948, he married Mary Yoder, at Plainview Mennonite Church, Hutchinson. Their marriage was the second marriage at the church.&nbsp; They shared almost 69 years of marriage, prior to her death on October 17, 2017. &nbsp;

Raymond is survived by:&nbsp; children, Janice Lee of Hutchinson, Nevin Nisly (Joann) of Partridge, Geneva Nisly (Mark Buckley) of Hutchinson, and Jason Nisly of Loveland, Colorado; 10 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; siblings, Emma Stutzman, John Nisly, Henry Nisly, Barbara Yoder, Elizabeth Bender, Fred Nisly, and Rufus Nisly; son-in-law, Nelson Lee; and daughters-in-law, Alta Nisly and Linda Nisly.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, 2021, at Maranatha Mennonite Church, 3115 Blanchard SW, Hutchinson, with Pastors Paul Nisly and Chad Eigsti officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. His viewing will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the church.&nbsp;

To view the service, go to the church’s <a href="https://maranathachurch.us/">website</a> and click on the button&nbsp;at the top that says “watch”.&nbsp; On the next screen, click “Watch Live” and this will take you to their Facebook and YouTube links. The service will also be available Monday on the Elliott Mortuary website. At the bottom of Raymond’s obituary, there will be a link to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Bible Society, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Raymond Nisly, 94, died March 8, 2021, at Reflection Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born Sept. 26, 1926, in rural Reno County, to Levi and Mary (Bontrager) Nisly.Raymond was a farmer, but faith, family, and service to others were paramount in his life. With a servant heart, he would share his God-given talents volunteering to help those in need.&nbsp; He and his wife, Mary, always had an interest in missions and sharing the word of Jesus.&nbsp; They volunteered for over 35 years with Rosedale Mennonite Missions.&nbsp; Most notable was in 1980, when they served an African-American community for three years in Boykin, Alabama. While there, Raymond and Mary would spend their entire days serving those in need and learning about&nbsp; their new-found friends through worship, fellowship, and meals.&nbsp; They also helped start and were charter members of Plainview Mennonite Church and Maranatha Mennonite Church.&nbsp; In addition, he volunteered over 30 years for the prison fellowship group, leading Bible studies.&nbsp; Raymond was a member of Maranatha Mennonite Church for 40 years.On Nov. 7, 1948, he married Mary Yoder, at Plainview Mennonite Church, Hutchinson. Their marriage was the second marriage at the church.&nbsp; They shared almost 69 years of marriage, prior to her death on October 17, 2017. &nbsp;Raymond is survived by:&nbsp; children, Janice Lee of Hutchinson, Nevin Nisly (Joann) of Partridge, Geneva Nisly (Mark Buckley) of Hutchinson, and Jason Nisly of Loveland, Colorado; 10 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; siblings, Emma Stutzman, John Nisly, Henry Nisly, Barbara Yoder, Elizabeth Bender, Fred Nisly, and Rufus Nisly; son-in-law, Nelson Lee; and daughters-in-law, Alta Nisly and Linda Nisly.Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 12, 2021, at Maranatha Mennonite Church, 3115 Blanchard SW, Hutchinson, with Pastors Paul Nisly and Chad Eigsti officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. His viewing will be from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at the church.&nbsp;To view the service, go to the church’s <a href="https://maranathachurch.us/">website</a> and click on the button&nbsp;at the top that says “watch”.&nbsp; On the next screen, click “Watch Live” and this will take you to their Facebook and YouTube links. The service will also be available Monday on the Elliott Mortuary website. At the bottom of Raymond’s obituary, there will be a link to the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Bible Society, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Raymond Nisly | 1926 - 2021 |

Terrie Anne Curiel, 55, died March 4, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, in the care of Good Shepherd Hospice. She was born June 24, 1965 in Hutchinson, to Pamela S. (Brown) Curiel and Rudolph Curiel.

A Hutchinson native, Terrie graduated from Hutchinson High School, class of 1983, and joined the military following graduation. After basic training she moved to Tucson, AZ. Terrie was deployed to Desert Storm from Fort Huachuca in 1990. After returning to the U.S., she worked airport and border security. Staff Sgt. Terrie Curiel retired from the military May 31, 2002. After the service, she worked as a caregiver in private home health care.

Terrie enjoyed long walks, bicycling, and cats. She always had a cat from the time she was a very young girl. Her cat, Sami, was allowed to stay with her during the final days and was a constant companion.

Preceding Terrie in death were: her mother, Pam McFerren; her brother, Alex Curiel; paternal grandparents, Catherine and Manuel Curiel; and maternal grandparents, Carol and Wallace E. &nbsp;Brown Jr.

Survivors include: her father, Rudy Curiel and step-mom, Shirley Curiel; niece, Jayden Curiel; nephew, Brayden Curiel, all of Hutchinson; and a multitude of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The family will have a private service and burial.

Memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Animal Shelter or Reno County Veterans Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Terrie Anne Curiel, 55, died March 4, 2021, at Pleasant View Home, Inman, in the care of Good Shepherd Hospice. She was born June 24, 1965 in Hutchinson, to Pamela S. (Brown) Curiel and Rudolph Curiel.A Hutchinson native, Terrie graduated from Hutchinson High School, class of 1983, and joined the military following graduation. After basic training she moved to Tucson, AZ. Terrie was deployed to Desert Storm from Fort Huachuca in 1990. After returning to the U.S., she worked airport and border security. Staff Sgt. Terrie Curiel retired from the military May 31, 2002. After the service, she worked as a caregiver in private home health care.Terrie enjoyed long walks, bicycling, and cats. She always had a cat from the time she was a very young girl. Her cat, Sami, was allowed to stay with her during the final days and was a constant companion.Preceding Terrie in death were: her mother, Pam McFerren; her brother, Alex Curiel; paternal grandparents, Catherine and Manuel Curiel; and maternal grandparents, Carol and Wallace E. &nbsp;Brown Jr.Survivors include: her father, Rudy Curiel and step-mom, Shirley Curiel; niece, Jayden Curiel; nephew, Brayden Curiel, all of Hutchinson; and a multitude of aunts, uncles, and cousins.The family will have a private service and burial.Memorials are suggested to Hutchinson Animal Shelter or Reno County Veterans Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Terrie Anne Curiel | 1965 - 2021 |

Karen Bea (Geffert) Chambers passed away on Feb. 20, 2021 at Baylor Scott &amp; White All Saints Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.&nbsp;She was born on July 23, 1941 to Russell and Bessie Geffert.

 Karen was a 1959 graduate of Haven High School. She moved to Fort Worth, Texas with her husband and children and became a Commercial Artist for Branch Smith Publishing. In 1970, the family moved to Sealy, Texas and started&nbsp;The Brahman Journal. She was involved with 4H, FFA and her church’s youth groups. Once the children grew up, Karen and her husband moved back to Fort Worth where she worked for&nbsp;The Weekly Livestock Reporter. In 1984, Karen was honored with the Margaret McCaskey award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the profession of journalism. In 1986, Karen started her own printing company handling craft patterns such as “Designs by Sally” and livestock art for Orren Mixer. Karen was involved with both her local Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. In 2006, Karen retired from the American Paint Horse Association.&nbsp;

Sewing and crafts were lifelong hobbies and after retirement, making jewelry became her favorite thing to create and sell. Karen then moved to Cleburne, Texas, and continued to be involved in social events and loved to travel.

She is survived by her children, Kandy (Robert) Yates of Cleburne, Texas, and Price (BriAnne) Chambers of Vidor, Texas; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Yates, Braden Chambers, and Blaine Chambers; sister-in-law, Anne Geffert of Coweta, Oklahoma, and numerous cousins.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents, Russell Geffert, Bessie Mayfield Geffert Kohler, stepfather, Paul Kohler, and her brother, Karol Geffert.

Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Haven. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in care of Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Haven KS 67543.

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

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 </figure>Karen Bea (Geffert) Chambers passed away on Feb. 20, 2021 at Baylor Scott &amp; White All Saints Hospital in Fort Worth, Texas.&nbsp;She was born on July 23, 1941 to Russell and Bessie Geffert. Karen was a 1959 graduate of Haven High School. She moved to Fort Worth, Texas with her husband and children and became a Commercial Artist for Branch Smith Publishing. In 1970, the family moved to Sealy, Texas and started&nbsp;The Brahman Journal. She was involved with 4H, FFA and her church’s youth groups. Once the children grew up, Karen and her husband moved back to Fort Worth where she worked for&nbsp;The Weekly Livestock Reporter. In 1984, Karen was honored with the Margaret McCaskey award in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the profession of journalism. In 1986, Karen started her own printing company handling craft patterns such as “Designs by Sally” and livestock art for Orren Mixer. Karen was involved with both her local Rotary Club and Chamber of Commerce. In 2006, Karen retired from the American Paint Horse Association.&nbsp;Sewing and crafts were lifelong hobbies and after retirement, making jewelry became her favorite thing to create and sell. Karen then moved to Cleburne, Texas, and continued to be involved in social events and loved to travel.She is survived by her children, Kandy (Robert) Yates of Cleburne, Texas, and Price (BriAnne) Chambers of Vidor, Texas; grandchildren, Kaitlyn Yates, Braden Chambers, and Blaine Chambers; sister-in-law, Anne Geffert of Coweta, Oklahoma, and numerous cousins.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents, Russell Geffert, Bessie Mayfield Geffert Kohler, stepfather, Paul Kohler, and her brother, Karol Geffert.Graveside services will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery, Haven. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in care of Ott Funeral Home, P.O. Box 217, Haven KS 67543.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Karen Bea Chambers, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/karen-chambers/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Karen Bea Chambers of Fort Worth, Texas | 1941 - 2021 |

Nancy Kay Eales, 68, of Hutchinson, died Feb. 28, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born Dec. 17, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Carl and Margene (Glass) Lewis.

Nancy graduated from Nickerson High School. In addition to being a homemaker, she worked at Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, Portfolio Recovery Associates, and farmed with her husband, Dean, raising vegetables and livestock. Nancy loved crafting and animals of all kinds, but spending time with her grandchildren is what she cherished most of all. Nancy was a member of Apostolic Faith Tabernacle, Hutchinson.

On September 23, 1990, she married Dean Eales in Hutchinson. He died March 7, 2020. She had been previously married to Jack Moore.

Nancy is survived by: children, Sean Moore (Tammie), Hutchinson, Kerry Moore (Lisa), Riley, Corey Eales (Courtney), Hutchinson; five grandchildren, Easton Ratzlaff, Bryce Eales, Abigail Moore, Kandis Boyd (Jesse), and T. J. Smith (Abigail); seven great-grandchildren, Caleb, Emily, Aalieyah and Joshua Boyd, Sean and Amberllie Smith and Hailey Christmann; and her mother, Shawne Christmann; father, Carl Lewis, South Hutchinson; sister, Linda Henderson (Wayne), Partridge; brother, Chuck Lewis (Vicky), Derby; and many extended family members.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2021, at Apostolic Faith Tabernacle, 1319 E. 17th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Nathan Karriker officiating. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Nancy Kay Eales, 68, of Hutchinson, died Feb. 28, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born Dec. 17, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Carl and Margene (Glass) Lewis.Nancy graduated from Nickerson High School. In addition to being a homemaker, she worked at Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center, Portfolio Recovery Associates, and farmed with her husband, Dean, raising vegetables and livestock. Nancy loved crafting and animals of all kinds, but spending time with her grandchildren is what she cherished most of all. Nancy was a member of Apostolic Faith Tabernacle, Hutchinson.On September 23, 1990, she married Dean Eales in Hutchinson. He died March 7, 2020. She had been previously married to Jack Moore.Nancy is survived by: children, Sean Moore (Tammie), Hutchinson, Kerry Moore (Lisa), Riley, Corey Eales (Courtney), Hutchinson; five grandchildren, Easton Ratzlaff, Bryce Eales, Abigail Moore, Kandis Boyd (Jesse), and T. J. Smith (Abigail); seven great-grandchildren, Caleb, Emily, Aalieyah and Joshua Boyd, Sean and Amberllie Smith and Hailey Christmann; and her mother, Shawne Christmann; father, Carl Lewis, South Hutchinson; sister, Linda Henderson (Wayne), Partridge; brother, Chuck Lewis (Vicky), Derby; and many extended family members.She was preceded in death by her mother.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Friday, March 5, 2021, at Apostolic Faith Tabernacle, 1319 E. 17th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Nathan Karriker officiating. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, with the family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Nancy Kay Eales | 1952 - 2021 |

Stan Simpson, 92, of Hutchinson, passed away Feb. 28, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born Oct. 2, 1928, in Dodge City, to Clof and Flora (Williams) Simpson.

Stan graduated from Ford High School and attended Colorado A&amp;M, Fort Collins, Colorado, majoring in Agriculture Economics. He married Marilyn Patterson in 1949, in Ford. They divorced in 1978. Stan served in the U.S. Air Force, flying as Loadmaster on Military Air Transport (MATS) during the Korean conflict. He worked for Farmer Marketing and Supply Cooperatives in Nebraska, Colorado, and Kansas as general manager at co-ops in Dodge City, Andale, and Atchison before retiring in 1984 from the Dodge City Cooperative. Stan was headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, serving as cooperative advisor to the International Labor Union, IFPAAW, Geneva, with affiliates in Asia, Africa, and Europe. He was author of “Cooperative Management Manuel”, published by the Cooperative League in three languages for use in developing countries. Stan was elected president of the Kansas Cooperative Council and the Kansas LP Gas Association and received a Kansas governor’s appointment to Director of State Grain Inspection Board. He was one of the three founding members of Servi-Tech Inc., in Dodge City.

Stan married Pat Farris Bridges in 1984, in Monterey, California. They lived on a mini-farm in Kingman County, Kansas before moving to Hutchinson in 1995. He volunteered at the Reno County Volunteer Center as a licensed defensive driving course instructor, Meals on Wheels, and the Hutchinson Animal Shelter. Stan was a member of New Covenant Presbyterian Church and served as a deacon. He served as treasurer and manager of the Scroggins Foundation in Dodge City from its founding in 1983, until it was merged into the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas in 2015. He served the Community Foundation from 2016 to 2020, as their farm manager.

Stan is survived by: wife, Pat Simpson; children, Glory Spikes, Stana Geier (John), Tammy McElhinney, and Jeff Simpson; brother, Rod Simpson; grandchildren, Tanner Scott (Meggie), Jordan Gwaltney (Kevin), Jared Simpson (Claire), Ashley Lonnberg (Joe), Nick Geier (Britta) , Matthew Geier; 11 great-grandchildren; stepsons, Warren and Wes Bridges; four step-grandchildren, Samantha Taylor (Joe), Emily, Alec, and Noah Bridges.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Mark Stanley Simpson; sister, Ruth Koch; sons-in-law, Mick McElhinney and Trent Spikes; and step-granddaughter, Annie Bridges.

A private family entombment will be at Scroggins Memorial Mausoleum, in Dodge City. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Arthur &amp; Cornelia Scroggins Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Stan Simpson, 92, of Hutchinson, passed away Feb. 28, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born Oct. 2, 1928, in Dodge City, to Clof and Flora (Williams) Simpson.Stan graduated from Ford High School and attended Colorado A&amp;M, Fort Collins, Colorado, majoring in Agriculture Economics. He married Marilyn Patterson in 1949, in Ford. They divorced in 1978. Stan served in the U.S. Air Force, flying as Loadmaster on Military Air Transport (MATS) during the Korean conflict. He worked for Farmer Marketing and Supply Cooperatives in Nebraska, Colorado, and Kansas as general manager at co-ops in Dodge City, Andale, and Atchison before retiring in 1984 from the Dodge City Cooperative. Stan was headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, serving as cooperative advisor to the International Labor Union, IFPAAW, Geneva, with affiliates in Asia, Africa, and Europe. He was author of “Cooperative Management Manuel”, published by the Cooperative League in three languages for use in developing countries. Stan was elected president of the Kansas Cooperative Council and the Kansas LP Gas Association and received a Kansas governor’s appointment to Director of State Grain Inspection Board. He was one of the three founding members of Servi-Tech Inc., in Dodge City.Stan married Pat Farris Bridges in 1984, in Monterey, California. They lived on a mini-farm in Kingman County, Kansas before moving to Hutchinson in 1995. He volunteered at the Reno County Volunteer Center as a licensed defensive driving course instructor, Meals on Wheels, and the Hutchinson Animal Shelter. Stan was a member of New Covenant Presbyterian Church and served as a deacon. He served as treasurer and manager of the Scroggins Foundation in Dodge City from its founding in 1983, until it was merged into the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas in 2015. He served the Community Foundation from 2016 to 2020, as their farm manager.Stan is survived by: wife, Pat Simpson; children, Glory Spikes, Stana Geier (John), Tammy McElhinney, and Jeff Simpson; brother, Rod Simpson; grandchildren, Tanner Scott (Meggie), Jordan Gwaltney (Kevin), Jared Simpson (Claire), Ashley Lonnberg (Joe), Nick Geier (Britta) , Matthew Geier; 11 great-grandchildren; stepsons, Warren and Wes Bridges; four step-grandchildren, Samantha Taylor (Joe), Emily, Alec, and Noah Bridges.He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Mark Stanley Simpson; sister, Ruth Koch; sons-in-law, Mick McElhinney and Trent Spikes; and step-granddaughter, Annie Bridges.A private family entombment will be at Scroggins Memorial Mausoleum, in Dodge City. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, March 5, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Arthur &amp; Cornelia Scroggins Foundation Fund at the Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Stan Simpson | 1928 - 2021 |

Cherry Kay (McOmber) Oehlert went home to Jesus on February 27, 2021. She was born in Augusta, Kansas to John and Dorothy McOmber on January 17, 1945. She grew up on the family farm, where she cared for chickens and livestock along with her brothers John and Don.

Fond of the outdoors, Cherry was involved in Campfire Girls and passionate about flower and vegetable gardening from an early age. She also loved to play the piano (but only if no one was around to hear it). She graduated from Augusta High School in 1963 and attended Wichita Business College.&nbsp; She worked at Walkers Department Store as a telephone operator and spent many years working for NCR and as a receptionist for a group of doctors.

Cherry met and married Gary Oehlert in 1965, and moved to Wichita, Kansas. Cherry was a homemaker and mother to three children. She also served as a Campfire leader and volunteer with Boy Scouts and Braille at Holy Cross Lutheran Church.

In retirement, Cherry was a gardener and farmer’s helper. &nbsp;She was a stamp collector and avid reader and also enjoyed bird and wildlife-watching at the farm.&nbsp; Her favorite hobby was raising colorful varieties of Iris flowers and Peonies. She loved seeing her children and grandchildren and spent countless hours doing craft projects and cooking with them.

Cherry was preceded in death by her parents, John and Dorothy McOmber; and brother, John D. McOmber. Survivors: Gary of the home. Children: Chris (Stephanie) Oehlert, Olathe, KS; Jennifer (Dana) Brown, Wichita, KS; Gregg (Candi) Oehlert, Topeka, KS. Grandchildren: Brigham &amp; Hadley Oehlert, Blake Brown, Harrison, Dillon &amp; Hannah Oehlert; Brother: Don (Marlana)&nbsp;McOmber, Deer Park, WA.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Haven, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Please wear a mask and social distance. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, March 5, at Ott Funeral Home, Haven.&nbsp; The family will not be present.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Orphan Grain Train in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, KS 67543.

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

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 </figure>Cherry Kay (McOmber) Oehlert went home to Jesus on February 27, 2021. She was born in Augusta, Kansas to John and Dorothy McOmber on January 17, 1945. She grew up on the family farm, where she cared for chickens and livestock along with her brothers John and Don.Fond of the outdoors, Cherry was involved in Campfire Girls and passionate about flower and vegetable gardening from an early age. She also loved to play the piano (but only if no one was around to hear it). She graduated from Augusta High School in 1963 and attended Wichita Business College.&nbsp; She worked at Walkers Department Store as a telephone operator and spent many years working for NCR and as a receptionist for a group of doctors.Cherry met and married Gary Oehlert in 1965, and moved to Wichita, Kansas. Cherry was a homemaker and mother to three children. She also served as a Campfire leader and volunteer with Boy Scouts and Braille at Holy Cross Lutheran Church.In retirement, Cherry was a gardener and farmer’s helper. &nbsp;She was a stamp collector and avid reader and also enjoyed bird and wildlife-watching at the farm.&nbsp; Her favorite hobby was raising colorful varieties of Iris flowers and Peonies. She loved seeing her children and grandchildren and spent countless hours doing craft projects and cooking with them.Cherry was preceded in death by her parents, John and Dorothy McOmber; and brother, John D. McOmber. Survivors: Gary of the home. Children: Chris (Stephanie) Oehlert, Olathe, KS; Jennifer (Dana) Brown, Wichita, KS; Gregg (Candi) Oehlert, Topeka, KS. Grandchildren: Brigham &amp; Hadley Oehlert, Blake Brown, Harrison, Dillon &amp; Hannah Oehlert; Brother: Don (Marlana)&nbsp;McOmber, Deer Park, WA.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, March 6, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Haven, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the church cemetery. Please wear a mask and social distance. Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, March 5, at Ott Funeral Home, Haven.&nbsp; The family will not be present.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church or Orphan Grain Train in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, KS 67543.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Cherry Kay Oehlert, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/cherry-oehlert/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Cherry Kay Oehlert | 1945 - 2021 |

Doyl D. Nickell, 90, was born June 20, 1930 in Fulton, Kansas, the son of Walter and Stella (Smart) Nickell.

Doyl received his doctorate of chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic Clinic. In 1973 he moved his family to Neodesha to set up his chiropractic office on Main Street where his wife Retha worked alongside him. He worked in Neodesha, KS for 40 years.

Doyl served in the United States Navy for four years.

He helped build the Flint Southern Baptist Church and lead the singing on the worship team.&nbsp;

When Doyl wasn’t spending time with his family or dedicating time to his Church, he was found telling jokes and playing golf with his son Dr. Merle Nickell and the golfers of Neodesha and Fredonia courses. He also served as the sports chiropractor for Neodesha high school. He loved the people of Neodesha and thanks them for creating such a wonderful home for him and his family for 40 years.&nbsp;

Doyl and Retha have been married since January 3, 1954. In 2012 they relocated to Moundridge, KS to be close to their son Merle, wife Valarie, and their granddaughter Aubrey.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Doyl passed away on February 24, 2021 at Pine village in Moundridge Kansas with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and two brothers. Cremation is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to Cleveland Chiropractic College in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.

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

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 </figure>Doyl D. Nickell, 90, was born June 20, 1930 in Fulton, Kansas, the son of Walter and Stella (Smart) Nickell.Doyl received his doctorate of chiropractic from Cleveland Chiropractic Clinic. In 1973 he moved his family to Neodesha to set up his chiropractic office on Main Street where his wife Retha worked alongside him. He worked in Neodesha, KS for 40 years.Doyl served in the United States Navy for four years.He helped build the Flint Southern Baptist Church and lead the singing on the worship team.&nbsp;When Doyl wasn’t spending time with his family or dedicating time to his Church, he was found telling jokes and playing golf with his son Dr. Merle Nickell and the golfers of Neodesha and Fredonia courses. He also served as the sports chiropractor for Neodesha high school. He loved the people of Neodesha and thanks them for creating such a wonderful home for him and his family for 40 years.&nbsp;Doyl and Retha have been married since January 3, 1954. In 2012 they relocated to Moundridge, KS to be close to their son Merle, wife Valarie, and their granddaughter Aubrey.&nbsp;&nbsp;Doyl passed away on February 24, 2021 at Pine village in Moundridge Kansas with his family by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, and two brothers. Cremation is planned. Memorial contributions may be made to Cleveland Chiropractic College in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Doyl D. Nickell, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/doyl-nickell/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Doyl D. Nickell | 1930 - 2021 |

LeRoy E. Becker, 90, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; He was born August 25, 1930 in McPherson County, the son of Ervin J. and Adeline (Nightingale) Becker.

LeRoy worked at Hesston Corporation as an inspector and assembler, retiring after 25 years. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

LeRoy was united in marriage to Mildred Becker June 3, 1951. She passed away April 27, 2001. He later married Elizabeth Koehn June 21, 2002.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

Other survivors include sons, Roger (Brenda) Becker and Wendell Becker; grandson, Darren (Marcia) Becker; great grandchildren, Abigail, Jaxon, Raina and Lynna Becker, all of Moundridge; brother, John Becker of Hesston; sisters, Wilma Nightingale, Nadine Unruh, both of Moundridge, Deola (Carl) Wenger of Hesston and Judy (Harold) Koehn of Montezuma; brother-in-law, Franklin Wenger of Moundridge; and sister-in-law, Darlene (Bob) Lundberg of McPherson. &nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Mildred; two infant daughters and three sisters.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 1, 2021 at Gospel Mennonite Church, Moundridge, with burial to follow at the Lone Tree Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, February 28, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the church. &nbsp;Please wear masks and social distance.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Moundridge Manor in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, Moundridge, KS 67107.

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

LeRoy E. Becker, 90, of Moundridge, Kansas, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at Moundridge Manor.&nbsp; He was born August 25, 1930 in McPherson County, the son of Ervin J. and Adeline (Nightingale) Becker.LeRoy worked at Hesston Corporation as an inspector and assembler, retiring after 25 years. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;LeRoy was united in marriage to Mildred Becker June 3, 1951. She passed away April 27, 2001. He later married Elizabeth Koehn June 21, 2002.&nbsp; She survives of the home.Other survivors include sons, Roger (Brenda) Becker and Wendell Becker; grandson, Darren (Marcia) Becker; great grandchildren, Abigail, Jaxon, Raina and Lynna Becker, all of Moundridge; brother, John Becker of Hesston; sisters, Wilma Nightingale, Nadine Unruh, both of Moundridge, Deola (Carl) Wenger of Hesston and Judy (Harold) Koehn of Montezuma; brother-in-law, Franklin Wenger of Moundridge; and sister-in-law, Darlene (Bob) Lundberg of McPherson. &nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Mildred; two infant daughters and three sisters.Services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Monday, March 1, 2021 at Gospel Mennonite Church, Moundridge, with burial to follow at the Lone Tree Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Sunday, February 28, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the church. &nbsp;Please wear masks and social distance.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Moundridge Manor in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, Moundridge, KS 67107.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;LeRoy E. Becker, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/leroy-becker/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

LeRoy E. Becker | 1930 - 2021 | 

William (Bill) Boesch, 80, passed away February 25, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born April 13, 1940, in Cedar Rapids, NE, to Joseph Henry and Hazel (Langan) Boesch.

Bill was a graduate of Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; He served in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy Reserve, with his military career exceeding 20 years.&nbsp; Bill was a fire inspector for the City of Hutchinson, retiring with over 20 years of service.&nbsp; He attended Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed doing woodworking, telling stories, and making people laugh.&nbsp; He was involved in many activities, but his most cherished role was that of being a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather.&nbsp; Bill truly loved his family.

On May 21, 1960, he married Wilma Jean Carver, in Hastings, NE.&nbsp; They shared over 58 years of marriage, prior to her death on February 6, 2019.

Bill is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Linda (Bryan) Riddle of Park City, Laurie (Robert) Yates of Inman, and David (Cindy) Boesch of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Travis Jon (Alisha) Cubbage, Geena Renai (Adam) Mason, Robert Lee (Jennifer) Yates, Michael Wayne Yates, Kyrsten Jean Boesch, and Corey Lee Boesch; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and siblings, Renelda Wendburg and Anna Marie Hellbusch.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife; and four siblings.

Graveside service will be 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 1, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corps Honors Team.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 1, 2021, at Bethel Mennonite Church, 256 8th Avenue, Inman, with Pastor Robert Yates officiating both services.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 28, 2021, with the family present from 2 to 4 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

The memorial service can be viewed by going to bethelinman.org. on the day of the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Bethel Mennonite Church Youth Missions, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>William (Bill) Boesch, 80, passed away February 25, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center.&nbsp; He was born April 13, 1940, in Cedar Rapids, NE, to Joseph Henry and Hazel (Langan) Boesch.Bill was a graduate of Hutchinson Community College.&nbsp; He served in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Navy Reserve, with his military career exceeding 20 years.&nbsp; Bill was a fire inspector for the City of Hutchinson, retiring with over 20 years of service.&nbsp; He attended Bethel Mennonite Church, Inman.&nbsp; Bill enjoyed doing woodworking, telling stories, and making people laugh.&nbsp; He was involved in many activities, but his most cherished role was that of being a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather.&nbsp; Bill truly loved his family.On May 21, 1960, he married Wilma Jean Carver, in Hastings, NE.&nbsp; They shared over 58 years of marriage, prior to her death on February 6, 2019.Bill is survived by:&nbsp; his children, Linda (Bryan) Riddle of Park City, Laurie (Robert) Yates of Inman, and David (Cindy) Boesch of Las Vegas, NV; grandchildren, Travis Jon (Alisha) Cubbage, Geena Renai (Adam) Mason, Robert Lee (Jennifer) Yates, Michael Wayne Yates, Kyrsten Jean Boesch, and Corey Lee Boesch; 20 great-grandchildren; a great-great-granddaughter; and siblings, Renelda Wendburg and Anna Marie Hellbusch.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; wife; and four siblings.Graveside service will be 9:30 a.m. Monday, March 1, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Military honors will be conducted by the United States Marine Corps Honors Team.&nbsp; Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Monday, March 1, 2021, at Bethel Mennonite Church, 256 8th Avenue, Inman, with Pastor Robert Yates officiating both services.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1 to 8 p.m. Sunday, February 28, 2021, with the family present from 2 to 4 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.The memorial service can be viewed by going to bethelinman.org. on the day of the service.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Bethel Mennonite Church Youth Missions, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

William 'Bill' Boesch | 1940 - 2021 |

Curtis LaVerne Graber, 89, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021. He was born April 3, 1931, to Walter H. and Marie (Barton) Graber.

Curtis graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1949 and Kansas State University in 1960.

He served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. Curtis was a farmer/stockman.&nbsp; He was a 60-year member of the Pretty Prairie Booster Club and K-State Alumni Association.&nbsp; Curtis was a member of New Jerusalem Church, Pretty Prairie.

&nbsp;On July 26, 1969, he married Jean Margaret Harris in Meade. She died November 19, 2017, after almost 48 years of marriage.

Curtis is survived by: children, Debbie Adams and Ron Graber (Debbie), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Travis Graber (Jamie) of Haven, Lindsay Runft (Cody) of Scandia, KS, Taylor Graber ( Kevin Crow) of Wichita, and Carly Sanchez (Derek) of Hutchinson; &nbsp;great-grandchildren, Avery, Luke, Hallie, and Lane Graber, Whitley, Rance, and LaRae Runft, and Landon and Riley Sanchez; and sisters-in-law, Bettina “Tina” Graber of Munsing, MI, Sue Harris (Ron Pulsifer) of Kingman; and three nephews.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Alan Graber; and brother, Kenton Graber.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Jane Siebert officiating. Burial will follow in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie, with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. &nbsp;A dinner for family and friends will follow the burial at Graber Mercantile in Pretty Prairie. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Curtis' obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 9:30 a.m.

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

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 </figure>Curtis LaVerne Graber, 89, passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021. He was born April 3, 1931, to Walter H. and Marie (Barton) Graber.Curtis graduated from Pretty Prairie High School in 1949 and Kansas State University in 1960.He served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. Curtis was a farmer/stockman.&nbsp; He was a 60-year member of the Pretty Prairie Booster Club and K-State Alumni Association.&nbsp; Curtis was a member of New Jerusalem Church, Pretty Prairie.&nbsp;On July 26, 1969, he married Jean Margaret Harris in Meade. She died November 19, 2017, after almost 48 years of marriage.Curtis is survived by: children, Debbie Adams and Ron Graber (Debbie), all of Hutchinson; grandchildren, Travis Graber (Jamie) of Haven, Lindsay Runft (Cody) of Scandia, KS, Taylor Graber ( Kevin Crow) of Wichita, and Carly Sanchez (Derek) of Hutchinson; &nbsp;great-grandchildren, Avery, Luke, Hallie, and Lane Graber, Whitley, Rance, and LaRae Runft, and Landon and Riley Sanchez; and sisters-in-law, Bettina “Tina” Graber of Munsing, MI, Sue Harris (Ron Pulsifer) of Kingman; and three nephews.He was preceded in death by: his parents; son, Alan Graber; and brother, Kenton Graber.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Jane Siebert officiating. Burial will follow in Lone Star Cemetery, Pretty Prairie, with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. &nbsp;A dinner for family and friends will follow the burial at Graber Mercantile in Pretty Prairie. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, with the family present from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.To view the funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of Curtis' obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website on the day of the service beginning at 9:30 a.m.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Curtis L. Graber | 1931 - 2021 |

Frankie D. Bazil, 95, died February 23, 2021, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born September 11, 1925, in Arkansas City, to Alvin Edgar and Lottie Arlene (Richardson) Bazil.

Frankie worked as a painter and material procurer for Boeing in Wichita.&nbsp; He was a member of the International Machinists Union.&nbsp; Frankie enjoyed researching genealogy, and pen and ink drawing.&nbsp; Some of his proudest moments were working on Air Force One, Apollo 11, and a number of space artifacts at the Kansas Cosmosphere.&nbsp; Frankie enjoyed watching his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews participate in school activities, especially sporting events.

Frankie is survived by:&nbsp; children, Teresa Lehr (Dan) of Hutchinson, Micheal Bazil (Rhoda), Clifford Bazil, all of Arkansas City, Cheryl Woods of Wichita; brother, John Bazil (Gerry) of Arkansas City; sister, Lillian Bennett of New Caney, TX; 15 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; son, Mark Bazil; twin brother, Francis; brothers, Clarence, Claude, Clyde, George, and Henry; and sisters, Mary Petersen and Ruby Beaty.

Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Arkansas City.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be in Parker Cemetery, Arkansas City.

Memorials are suggested to Cherokee Strip Museum or International SciEd Center &amp; Space Museum (formerly the Kansas Cosmosphere), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Frankie D. Bazil, 95, died February 23, 2021, at Mennonite Friendship Communities, South Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born September 11, 1925, in Arkansas City, to Alvin Edgar and Lottie Arlene (Richardson) Bazil.Frankie worked as a painter and material procurer for Boeing in Wichita.&nbsp; He was a member of the International Machinists Union.&nbsp; Frankie enjoyed researching genealogy, and pen and ink drawing.&nbsp; Some of his proudest moments were working on Air Force One, Apollo 11, and a number of space artifacts at the Kansas Cosmosphere.&nbsp; Frankie enjoyed watching his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews participate in school activities, especially sporting events.Frankie is survived by:&nbsp; children, Teresa Lehr (Dan) of Hutchinson, Micheal Bazil (Rhoda), Clifford Bazil, all of Arkansas City, Cheryl Woods of Wichita; brother, John Bazil (Gerry) of Arkansas City; sister, Lillian Bennett of New Caney, TX; 15 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.He was preceded in death by:&nbsp; his parents; son, Mark Bazil; twin brother, Francis; brothers, Clarence, Claude, Clyde, George, and Henry; and sisters, Mary Petersen and Ruby Beaty.Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in Arkansas City.&nbsp; Private inurnment will be in Parker Cemetery, Arkansas City.Memorials are suggested to Cherokee Strip Museum or International SciEd Center &amp; Space Museum (formerly the Kansas Cosmosphere), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Frankie D. Bazil | 1925 - 2021 |

Ed ‘Eddie’ Dellinger, 69, of Hutchinson, departed this life to enter into his eternal home in Heaven on February 27, 2021, after battling pancreatic cancer. He was born October 16, 1951, in Hutchinson, the 5th&nbsp;son of Claud and Esther (Timkar) Dellinger.

On May 21, 1981, Ed married Bunny Pierson, in Hutchinson.

Ed served in the United States Army from 1968-1970. He was employed by Buhler MB Church and Jani-king. Ed was a man with a heart of gold who overcame many obstacles in life.

Survivors include: his wife of 40 years, Bunny; in-laws, Gibbo and Georgia Pierson, who loved him as a son; and many nieces and nephews who adore him.

Ed was preceded in death by: his parents; four brothers, Dale, Donald, Jack, and Larry; and infant daughter, Stacie Dellinger.

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

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 </figure>Ed ‘Eddie’ Dellinger, 69, of Hutchinson, departed this life to enter into his eternal home in Heaven on February 27, 2021, after battling pancreatic cancer. He was born October 16, 1951, in Hutchinson, the 5th&nbsp;son of Claud and Esther (Timkar) Dellinger.On May 21, 1981, Ed married Bunny Pierson, in Hutchinson.Ed served in the United States Army from 1968-1970. He was employed by Buhler MB Church and Jani-king. Ed was a man with a heart of gold who overcame many obstacles in life.Survivors include: his wife of 40 years, Bunny; in-laws, Gibbo and Georgia Pierson, who loved him as a son; and many nieces and nephews who adore him.Ed was preceded in death by: his parents; four brothers, Dale, Donald, Jack, and Larry; and infant daughter, Stacie Dellinger.No services are planned at this time.Memorials are suggested to Project Purple, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Ed 'Eddie' Dellinger of Hutchinson, Kansas | 1951 - 2021 |

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Gerald ‘Jerry’ Arlan McInturff, 89, passed away Feb. 20, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 29, 1931, in Hutchinson, to Edward Eugene and Stella (Lewis) McInturff.

Jerry graduated from Hutchinson High School and served in the United States Navy. He was employed at Hutchinson News as a pressman, retiring with over 30 years of service. Jerry was a member of the South Hutchinson United Methodist Church.&nbsp;

He was a golf enthusiast. Jerry enjoyed playing golf and watching golf on television. He could also be found out drowning a worm at his favorite fishing hole.

On July 5, 1953, Jerry married Virginia Lee Kline, at the First United Methodist Church, Dodge City. They shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to her death on April 11, 2014.

He is survived by his children, Brad McInturff of Buhler, Sheri (Kory) Jowers of Hutchinson, and Todd McInturff of Hutchinson; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and companion, Judy Hill.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons, Ronnie McInturff and Kenneth McInturff; and sister, Carol Adamson.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The wearing of masks and social distancing will be required.

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

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 </figure>Gerald ‘Jerry’ Arlan McInturff, 89, passed away Feb. 20, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 29, 1931, in Hutchinson, to Edward Eugene and Stella (Lewis) McInturff.Jerry graduated from Hutchinson High School and served in the United States Navy. He was employed at Hutchinson News as a pressman, retiring with over 30 years of service. Jerry was a member of the South Hutchinson United Methodist Church.&nbsp;He was a golf enthusiast. Jerry enjoyed playing golf and watching golf on television. He could also be found out drowning a worm at his favorite fishing hole.On July 5, 1953, Jerry married Virginia Lee Kline, at the First United Methodist Church, Dodge City. They shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to her death on April 11, 2014.He is survived by his children, Brad McInturff of Buhler, Sheri (Kory) Jowers of Hutchinson, and Todd McInturff of Hutchinson; 10 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and companion, Judy Hill.Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; wife; sons, Ronnie McInturff and Kenneth McInturff; and sister, Carol Adamson.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel, with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Burial will take place at a later date in Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. The wearing of masks and social distancing will be required.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Mennonite Friendship Communities Endowment Fund, South Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Gerald 'Jerry' Arlan McInturff | 1931 - 2021 |

Carmen Raya, 93, passed away Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 in Hutchinson, KS. Carmen was born March 28, 1927 in Ellinwood, KS, the daughter of Vincente and Ramona (Cancino) Ruiz. 

On April 13, 1964 she was united in marriage to Atilano Raya in Hutchinson, KS, they were blessed with two sons, Gilberto and Gabriel. 

She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. Carmen liked to dance, enjoyed going on vacations with her family and loved to dress in anything that was red. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Atilano, son Gabriel, one brother and three sisters. 

Carmen is survived by one son, Gilberto Raya of Wichita; a daughter-in-law, Angelita M. Raya of Hutchinson; a sister, Lydia Zamora of Mexico City, Mexico; a cousin, Rafaela McQueen; three grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple Street, South Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; A rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at the church. Burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Memorials may be given to Our Lady of Guadalupe and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th &nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67502.

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 </figure>Carmen Raya, 93, passed away Saturday, Feb. 20, 2021 in Hutchinson, KS. Carmen was born March 28, 1927 in Ellinwood, KS, the daughter of Vincente and Ramona (Cancino) Ruiz. On April 13, 1964 she was united in marriage to Atilano Raya in Hutchinson, KS, they were blessed with two sons, Gilberto and Gabriel. She was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. Carmen liked to dance, enjoyed going on vacations with her family and loved to dress in anything that was red. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Atilano, son Gabriel, one brother and three sisters. Carmen is survived by one son, Gilberto Raya of Wichita; a daughter-in-law, Angelita M. Raya of Hutchinson; a sister, Lydia Zamora of Mexico City, Mexico; a cousin, Rafaela McQueen; three grandchildren and four great- grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, 2021 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple Street, South Hutchinson, KS.&nbsp; A rosary service will be held at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 26, 2021 at the church. Burial will take place in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. Memorials may be given to Our Lady of Guadalupe and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th &nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67502.

Carmen Raya | 1927 - 2021 |

Betty June Fuqua, 91, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. June was born January 18, 1930 in Gentry, AR, the daughter of Otto and Leva D. (Claud) Nichols. 

On March 25, 1949 she married Robert (Dave) Fuqua, to this union they were blessed with four children, Christopher, Robert, Janet and Sharon. Prior to retiring, June had worked as a cashier and bookkeeper at Bob Bottomley Oldsmobile-Cadillac-Datsun dealership in Hutchinson, KS. 

June loved watching sports, fashion, loved to shop, but above all else, loved her family, was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, &amp;amp; great-grandmother. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dave, a sister Charlene Bottomley and a brother Sammy Nichols. 

June is survived by her children, Christopher Fuqua and wife Patti of Sun City, AZ, Robert Fuqua of Reno, NV, Jan Lesslie and husband Jeff and Sharon Etzler and husband Thom all of Hutchinson; three half-sisters, Kathy Patterson, Laurie Nichols Carrell and Sherri Ewertt; a half-brother, Scott Nichols; ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. 

A celebration of June’s life will be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Memorials may be given to Hospice House of Hutchinson, KS, and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Betty June Fuqua, 91, passed away Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. June was born January 18, 1930 in Gentry, AR, the daughter of Otto and Leva D. (Claud) Nichols. On March 25, 1949 she married Robert (Dave) Fuqua, to this union they were blessed with four children, Christopher, Robert, Janet and Sharon. Prior to retiring, June had worked as a cashier and bookkeeper at Bob Bottomley Oldsmobile-Cadillac-Datsun dealership in Hutchinson, KS. June loved watching sports, fashion, loved to shop, but above all else, loved her family, was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, &amp;amp; great-grandmother. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Dave, a sister Charlene Bottomley and a brother Sammy Nichols. June is survived by her children, Christopher Fuqua and wife Patti of Sun City, AZ, Robert Fuqua of Reno, NV, Jan Lesslie and husband Jeff and Sharon Etzler and husband Thom all of Hutchinson; three half-sisters, Kathy Patterson, Laurie Nichols Carrell and Sherri Ewertt; a half-brother, Scott Nichols; ten grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. A celebration of June’s life will be held at a later date. Burial will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, KS. Memorials may be given to Hospice House of Hutchinson, KS, and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Betty June Fuqua | 1930 - 2021 |

Alice Eloise Shaffer, 62, died Feb. 21, 2021 in Aberdeen, SD at Bethesda Nursing Home. She was born May 19, 1958 in Hutchinson, the daughter of John and Alice Hirt. 

She had received her Bachelor’s in Nursing and her Master’s in Education. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade at Independence and Manhattan, KS public schools. 

Survivors include two sons, Grant and Gared Shaffer; five siblings, Marie, Laura, Virginia, David and John; and grandchildren, Emma, Adalyn, Lily, Link and Dejah. 

She was preceded in death by parents John and Alice Hirt, and her brother Paul. 

Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Wednesday March 3, 2021 at Inman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, March 4, 2021 at First Church of the Nazarene. Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will follow at 1:30 pm at Murdock Cemetery. 

To leave condolences for the family, visit. <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Alice Eloise Shaffer, 62, died Feb. 21, 2021 in Aberdeen, SD at Bethesda Nursing Home. She was born May 19, 1958 in Hutchinson, the daughter of John and Alice Hirt. She had received her Bachelor’s in Nursing and her Master’s in Education. She taught Kindergarten and 1st grade at Independence and Manhattan, KS public schools. Survivors include two sons, Grant and Gared Shaffer; five siblings, Marie, Laura, Virginia, David and John; and grandchildren, Emma, Adalyn, Lily, Link and Dejah. She was preceded in death by parents John and Alice Hirt, and her brother Paul. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm on Wednesday March 3, 2021 at Inman Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am Thursday, March 4, 2021 at First Church of the Nazarene. Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page. Burial will follow at 1:30 pm at Murdock Cemetery. To leave condolences for the family, visit. <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Alice Eloise Shaffer | 1958 - 2021 |

Jason W. McDade, 50, passed away Feb. 19, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. He was born April 26, 1970 in Hutchinson, the son of Monty and Vicki (Decker) McDade. 

Jason was founder of Riveratz, Inc. in Hutchinson. He was also president and CEO. He was a proud stay at home dad to five children. On April 1, 1998, he met Rogina VanCleave in Hutchinson. They spent 22 years together. 

Jason was preceded in death by his mother Vicki and grandmother, Lillie Kelley. 

Survivors include his lifelong partner, Rogina; father, Monty (Lori) McDade; five children, Jerry Tipton, Rowdy McDade, Trevor McDade, Lukas McDade, and Molly McDade; sisters, Tina (Corey) Potter and Joni Vogt and a brother, Lee Vogt. 

Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS. 67502. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Jason W. McDade, 50, passed away Feb. 19, 2021 at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. He was born April 26, 1970 in Hutchinson, the son of Monty and Vicki (Decker) McDade. Jason was founder of Riveratz, Inc. in Hutchinson. He was also president and CEO. He was a proud stay at home dad to five children. On April 1, 1998, he met Rogina VanCleave in Hutchinson. They spent 22 years together. Jason was preceded in death by his mother Vicki and grandmother, Lillie Kelley. Survivors include his lifelong partner, Rogina; father, Monty (Lori) McDade; five children, Jerry Tipton, Rowdy McDade, Trevor McDade, Lukas McDade, and Molly McDade; sisters, Tina (Corey) Potter and Joni Vogt and a brother, Lee Vogt. Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the family and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS. 67502. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Jason W. McDade | 1970 - 2021 |

Karla K. Scott, 57, of Galva, Kansas, passed away Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born April 26, 1963 in Moundridge, Kansas, the daughter of Willard E. and Mae (Mastre) Holdeman.

She worked for Partners in Family Care in Moundridge as a receptionist.

Karla was a member of Galva Christian Church. She attended Central Christian Church in Wichita, where she loved to participate in bible study. She was a dedicated volunteer for Meals on Wheels and enjoyed helping others.

Karla is survived by her children, Natasha (Cameron) Wood of Moundridge, Brianna (Nea) Siliva of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and Brody Scott of Wichita; seven grandchildren, Breya, Peyton, Landon, Kolt, Noah, Harper, and Ellanore; brother, Allen (Jane) Holdeman of Indianola, Mississippi; sisters, Gwendene (Ray) Schmidt of Clarksdale, Mississippi, Diane Perko of Salem, Oregon, Lois (Wavern) Unruh of Galva, Lavone (Bruce) Koehn of Okolona, Mississippi, and Karla’s twin, Marla (Stewart) Davidson of Tupelo, Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Mae Holdeman; and three brothers-in-law, Dennis Nightingale, Ron Perko, and Mitchell Wedel.

Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at Galva Christian Church. Burial will follow at Meridian Mennonite Church Cemetery, rural Hesston. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family being present from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The family requests to please wear masks and social distance. Memorial contributions may be made to Natasha Wood in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.

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

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 </figure>Karla K. Scott, 57, of Galva, Kansas, passed away Monday, Feb. 22, 2021 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita. She was born April 26, 1963 in Moundridge, Kansas, the daughter of Willard E. and Mae (Mastre) Holdeman.She worked for Partners in Family Care in Moundridge as a receptionist.Karla was a member of Galva Christian Church. She attended Central Christian Church in Wichita, where she loved to participate in bible study. She was a dedicated volunteer for Meals on Wheels and enjoyed helping others.Karla is survived by her children, Natasha (Cameron) Wood of Moundridge, Brianna (Nea) Siliva of Ft. Bragg, North Carolina, and Brody Scott of Wichita; seven grandchildren, Breya, Peyton, Landon, Kolt, Noah, Harper, and Ellanore; brother, Allen (Jane) Holdeman of Indianola, Mississippi; sisters, Gwendene (Ray) Schmidt of Clarksdale, Mississippi, Diane Perko of Salem, Oregon, Lois (Wavern) Unruh of Galva, Lavone (Bruce) Koehn of Okolona, Mississippi, and Karla’s twin, Marla (Stewart) Davidson of Tupelo, Mississippi.She was preceded in death by her parents, Willard and Mae Holdeman; and three brothers-in-law, Dennis Nightingale, Ron Perko, and Mitchell Wedel.Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021 at Galva Christian Church. Burial will follow at Meridian Mennonite Church Cemetery, rural Hesston. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family being present from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The family requests to please wear masks and social distance. Memorial contributions may be made to Natasha Wood in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, Kansas 67107.To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Karla K. Scott, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/karla-scott/flowers?campaign=obituaryInline-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Karla K. Scott | 1963 - 2021 |

Michael Allen Symns, 41, of Saratoga Wyoming, died Feb. 22, 2021, at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born Nov. 14, 1979, in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of Robert Allen and Regina L. (Cade) Symns.

Michael lived in Goddard and Hays, Kansas as a child and attended Hays High School. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 800 of Bar Nunn, Wyoming and enjoyed operating heavy equipment as a career. He recently worked on the Chokecherry and Sierra Madre Wind Energy project located near Sinclair and Rawlins in Carbon County, Wyoming. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was most at home in the great outdoors of both Kansas and Wyoming.&nbsp;

He is survived by his daughter, Sage Marie Symns of Texas; mother, Regina Cade (Bradley Stiggins), Partridge, Kansas; his father, Robert (Sabrina) Symns, Saratoga, Wyoming; brother,&nbsp; Lloyd Symns, Partridge, Kansas; grandmother,&nbsp; Marilyn Cade, Abbyville, Kansas; along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dr. and Mrs J.C. Symns and George William (Bill) Cade.

Celebration of Life Services are planned for later this year in both Wyoming and Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either the National MS Society or a charity of your choice.

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 </figure>Michael Allen Symns, 41, of Saratoga Wyoming, died Feb. 22, 2021, at Wesley Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. He was born Nov. 14, 1979, in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of Robert Allen and Regina L. (Cade) Symns.Michael lived in Goddard and Hays, Kansas as a child and attended Hays High School. He was a member of Operating Engineers Local 800 of Bar Nunn, Wyoming and enjoyed operating heavy equipment as a career. He recently worked on the Chokecherry and Sierra Madre Wind Energy project located near Sinclair and Rawlins in Carbon County, Wyoming. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and was most at home in the great outdoors of both Kansas and Wyoming.&nbsp;He is survived by his daughter, Sage Marie Symns of Texas; mother, Regina Cade (Bradley Stiggins), Partridge, Kansas; his father, Robert (Sabrina) Symns, Saratoga, Wyoming; brother,&nbsp; Lloyd Symns, Partridge, Kansas; grandmother,&nbsp; Marilyn Cade, Abbyville, Kansas; along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dr. and Mrs J.C. Symns and George William (Bill) Cade.Celebration of Life Services are planned for later this year in both Wyoming and Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to either the National MS Society or a charity of your choice.

Michael Allen Symns | 1979 - 2021 |

Jesus ‘Jessie’ Martinez Viegra, 87, of Hutchinson, died of Covid-19, on Feb. 21, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born June 7, 1933, in Hutchinson, to Lucia (Hernandez) and Tiofilo Concepcion ‘TC’ Martinez.&nbsp;

Jessie attended Hutchinson public schools, graduating from Salt City Business College in 1952, and Hutchinson Community College in 1972.

She married Victor D. Viegra in 1954, and together they had seven children. They divorced in 1970.

While raising her seven children, Jessie worked various jobs throughout her life. Those included secretary to pathologist, Dr. Hans Lettner, dispatcher at Hutchinson Fire Department Station #1, and medical records transcriptionist at Hutchinson Hospital, from which she had to retire due to a sudden hearing loss in 1994.

In addition to the joy Jessie got being with her family, she was a voracious reader, who enjoyed reading any subject, and was a strong believer in higher education.

Jessie was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. There was nothing that brought her more comfort than her Catholic faith, praying the rosary, reading about her faith or watching a Catholic program or Mass on EWTN. Some of her last words to her children was to pray – something she told them often throughout her life.

Jessie is survived by her children, David Viegra, Bel Aire, Victoria Cooper (Pat), Hutchinson, Veronica Viegra, Independence, MO, Maria Chris Shafer (Larry), Hutchinson, Valerie Cox (Jimmie) Wichita, Jennifer Frye, Lenexa; grandchildren, Amy Ewing (Sean), Julie Viegra-Gayler (Jeff), Brian Viegra (Carla), Olivia Viegra, Petra Bricker (Matt), Allen Shafer (MariBeth), Catherine Shafer (Justin Pierce), Micah Cox, Nicholas Cox (Mandy), Melissa Cox, Andrea Frye, Rachel Okerberg (Kirby), Matthew Frye; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and one great-great on the way; sister, Beatrice Almanza, Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Antonio Augusto, Topeka; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Felicia Ann Viegra Woodson; brothers, Julian Martinez, Joseph Martinez, Concho Martinez, Raymond Martinez; sisters, Mary Augusto and Elenora Navarro.

Parish Rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, led by Father Todd Shepherd. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, celebrated by Fathers Charles Seiwert and Ned Blick, both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S Maple St., South Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

For those unable to attend, both the Rosary and Mass will be live-streamed on the church’s <a href="http://youtube.com/channel/UCj5ZFIDlzMXaX985TfxJv-g">Youtube page</a>.

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 </figure>Jesus ‘Jessie’ Martinez Viegra, 87, of Hutchinson, died of Covid-19, on Feb. 21, 2021, at Hospice House. She was born June 7, 1933, in Hutchinson, to Lucia (Hernandez) and Tiofilo Concepcion ‘TC’ Martinez.&nbsp;Jessie attended Hutchinson public schools, graduating from Salt City Business College in 1952, and Hutchinson Community College in 1972.She married Victor D. Viegra in 1954, and together they had seven children. They divorced in 1970.While raising her seven children, Jessie worked various jobs throughout her life. Those included secretary to pathologist, Dr. Hans Lettner, dispatcher at Hutchinson Fire Department Station #1, and medical records transcriptionist at Hutchinson Hospital, from which she had to retire due to a sudden hearing loss in 1994.In addition to the joy Jessie got being with her family, she was a voracious reader, who enjoyed reading any subject, and was a strong believer in higher education.Jessie was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson. There was nothing that brought her more comfort than her Catholic faith, praying the rosary, reading about her faith or watching a Catholic program or Mass on EWTN. Some of her last words to her children was to pray – something she told them often throughout her life.Jessie is survived by her children, David Viegra, Bel Aire, Victoria Cooper (Pat), Hutchinson, Veronica Viegra, Independence, MO, Maria Chris Shafer (Larry), Hutchinson, Valerie Cox (Jimmie) Wichita, Jennifer Frye, Lenexa; grandchildren, Amy Ewing (Sean), Julie Viegra-Gayler (Jeff), Brian Viegra (Carla), Olivia Viegra, Petra Bricker (Matt), Allen Shafer (MariBeth), Catherine Shafer (Justin Pierce), Micah Cox, Nicholas Cox (Mandy), Melissa Cox, Andrea Frye, Rachel Okerberg (Kirby), Matthew Frye; nine great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild and one great-great on the way; sister, Beatrice Almanza, Hutchinson; brother-in-law, Antonio Augusto, Topeka; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Felicia Ann Viegra Woodson; brothers, Julian Martinez, Joseph Martinez, Concho Martinez, Raymond Martinez; sisters, Mary Augusto and Elenora Navarro.Parish Rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021, led by Father Todd Shepherd. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, celebrated by Fathers Charles Seiwert and Ned Blick, both at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S Maple St., South Hutchinson. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.For those unable to attend, both the Rosary and Mass will be live-streamed on the church’s <a href="http://youtube.com/channel/UCj5ZFIDlzMXaX985TfxJv-g">Youtube page</a>.Memorials are suggested to the church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Jessie M. Viegra | 1933 - 2021 |

Charlene Powell, 85, of Hutchinson, died Feb. 22, 2021, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born Aug. 10, 1935, in Hayti, Missouri, to Charles and Lillian (Vinson) Morgan.

Charlene graduated from high school in 1953. She was a homemaker who loved bowling. Charlene was an accomplished decorator, knitter, and seamstress.&nbsp;

On Oct. 1, 1955, Charlene married Donald Eugene Powell. They shared 50 years together before he passed away July 30, 2006.

Charlene is survived by daughter, Debi Goff, Hutchinson; granddaughter, Deana Jullie (Jason), Dallas, Texas; grandson, Dustin Goff, Hutchinson; great-granddaughters, Jocelyn and Piper; brother, Charles Morgan; and sister, Demetra, Washington.

Charlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Powell; brother, JW Morgan; and sister, Dorothy Simmons.

Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Charlene Powell, 85, of Hutchinson, died Feb. 22, 2021, at Thorne Care Center, Hutchinson. She was born Aug. 10, 1935, in Hayti, Missouri, to Charles and Lillian (Vinson) Morgan.Charlene graduated from high school in 1953. She was a homemaker who loved bowling. Charlene was an accomplished decorator, knitter, and seamstress.&nbsp;On Oct. 1, 1955, Charlene married Donald Eugene Powell. They shared 50 years together before he passed away July 30, 2006.Charlene is survived by daughter, Debi Goff, Hutchinson; granddaughter, Deana Jullie (Jason), Dallas, Texas; grandson, Dustin Goff, Hutchinson; great-granddaughters, Jocelyn and Piper; brother, Charles Morgan; and sister, Demetra, Washington.Charlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Donald Powell; brother, JW Morgan; and sister, Dorothy Simmons.Graveside service will be 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Heart Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Charlene Powell | 1935 - 2021 |

Alvina Katharine Peters, 80, of St. Paul, died Feb. 18, 2021, at Prairie Mission Retirement Village. She was born Sept. 7, 1940, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, to Oliver and Elizabeth (Little Soldier) Frog.

Alvina graduated high school in 1958, and later attended Hutchinson Community College to earn her associate’s degree. She was a homemaker and &nbsp;typist for Hutchinson SRS. Over the years, Alvina loved to go bowling. She was very proud of her Native American heritage and loved taking her grandchildren to pow-wows in South Dakota. Alvina was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson.

On March 23, 1963, she married Ernest Peters, at Fort Riley. They shared 56 years together, before he passed away on May 27, 2019.

Alvina is survived by daughter, Gayla Peters Rizzo, Wichita; son, Ernest Peters (Caroline), Erie; grandsons, Jon Rizzo (Alisn), Leavenworth, Andrew Rizzo, Wichita, Trey Peters, Erie, Jacob Peters, Erie; and great-granddaughter, Cecily Rizzo.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Ernest Peters.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with The Reverend Dr. Ted Blakley officiating. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

<a href="https://youtu.be/EDZo-_T_8UY">Click here to watch the funeral service for Alvina Peters</a>

Memorials are suggested to the Reno County Veterans’ Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Alvina Katharine Peters, 80, of St. Paul, died Feb. 18, 2021, at Prairie Mission Retirement Village. She was born Sept. 7, 1940, in Pine Ridge, South Dakota, to Oliver and Elizabeth (Little Soldier) Frog.Alvina graduated high school in 1958, and later attended Hutchinson Community College to earn her associate’s degree. She was a homemaker and &nbsp;typist for Hutchinson SRS. Over the years, Alvina loved to go bowling. She was very proud of her Native American heritage and loved taking her grandchildren to pow-wows in South Dakota. Alvina was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson.On March 23, 1963, she married Ernest Peters, at Fort Riley. They shared 56 years together, before he passed away on May 27, 2019.Alvina is survived by daughter, Gayla Peters Rizzo, Wichita; son, Ernest Peters (Caroline), Erie; grandsons, Jon Rizzo (Alisn), Leavenworth, Andrew Rizzo, Wichita, Trey Peters, Erie, Jacob Peters, Erie; and great-granddaughter, Cecily Rizzo.She was preceded in death by her parents, and husband, Ernest Peters.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, Feb. 22, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, with The Reverend Dr. Ted Blakley officiating. Burial will follow in North Inman Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://youtu.be/EDZo-_T_8UY">Click here to watch the funeral service for Alvina Peters</a>Memorials are suggested to the Reno County Veterans’ Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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