Donald Joe Brosius Sr., 82, of Hutchinson, died January 6, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born August 20, 1938, in Dodge City, to George and Laura (Lenz) Brosius.

Don attended Langdon High School. He worked in construction and remodeling. Don enjoyed being outdoors, including yard work and gardening. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren.

On August 23, 1959, Don married Linda Kay Guyll, in Turon. They shared 61 years of marriage together.

He is survived by wife, Linda Brosius, Hutchinson; son, Donald Brosius Jr. (Debbie), Hutchinson; daughter, Lori Flores (Johnny), Buhler; son, Mark Brosius, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Joey (Mandy), Adam (Iris), Megan, Marissa (Cody), Joshua, Christy, Bridgett; great-grandchildren, MaryAna, Carmen, Adriana, William, Gage, Kaley, Riley; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Don was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ronald Brosius; and sister, Jo Call.

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

Donald Joe Brosius Sr., 82, of Hutchinson, died January 6, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born August 20, 1938, in Dodge City, to George and Laura (Lenz) Brosius.Don attended Langdon High School. He worked in construction and remodeling. Don enjoyed being outdoors, including yard work and gardening. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren.On August 23, 1959, Don married Linda Kay Guyll, in Turon. They shared 61 years of marriage together.He is survived by wife, Linda Brosius, Hutchinson; son, Donald Brosius Jr. (Debbie), Hutchinson; daughter, Lori Flores (Johnny), Buhler; son, Mark Brosius, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Joey (Mandy), Adam (Iris), Megan, Marissa (Cody), Joshua, Christy, Bridgett; great-grandchildren, MaryAna, Carmen, Adriana, William, Gage, Kaley, Riley; and numerous nieces and nephews.Don was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Ronald Brosius; and sister, Jo Call.There will be no services at this time.Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Donald Brosius | 1938 - 2021 |

Arthur Richardson Smith, 63, passed away on January 6, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1957, in Takoma Park, MD, to John Coventry Smith, Jr. and Barbara Polley Smith. On January 12, 1996, Arthur married Mary ‘Chris’ Ediger in Wichita. They shared almost 25 years of marriage.

He was passionate about education and was, himself, a lifelong learner.&nbsp; Arthur graduated from Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD, in 1975.&nbsp; He graduated from Earlham College in Richmond, IN, and then received a master’s degree from Friends University in Wichita, KS. Arthur was proud of his work as the Executive Director for Faculty Affairs at Southwestern College Professional Studies in Winfield, KS, and shared his passion for education with both students and faculty, as he was a fierce advocate for both.

Arthur enjoyed photography and watching wildlife. He and his wife, Chris, regularly volunteered at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in Strong City, KS, participating in butterfly counts, bird watching, and habitat preservation projects. Arthur was also very family-oriented and known for being purposeful in his family relationships.

He is survived by his wife, Mary ‘Chris’ Smith of Pretty Prairie; son and daughter-in-law, Duncan and Bridget Hopewell of Irving, TX; father, John Coventry Smith, Jr. and his wife Sheila Ciampi of Largo and Naples, FL; brother and sister-in-law, David Smith and Jana Leslie of Durango, CO; and grandchildren, Tobias and Piper Hopewell.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Polley Smith.

Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Given his great concern for the health of his family and friends, no services are planned at this time. A memorial service will be held at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Arthur Richardson Smith, 63, passed away on January 6, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1957, in Takoma Park, MD, to John Coventry Smith, Jr. and Barbara Polley Smith. On January 12, 1996, Arthur married Mary ‘Chris’ Ediger in Wichita. They shared almost 25 years of marriage.He was passionate about education and was, himself, a lifelong learner.&nbsp; Arthur graduated from Walter Johnson High School in Bethesda, MD, in 1975.&nbsp; He graduated from Earlham College in Richmond, IN, and then received a master’s degree from Friends University in Wichita, KS. Arthur was proud of his work as the Executive Director for Faculty Affairs at Southwestern College Professional Studies in Winfield, KS, and shared his passion for education with both students and faculty, as he was a fierce advocate for both.Arthur enjoyed photography and watching wildlife. He and his wife, Chris, regularly volunteered at the Tallgrass Prairie National Preserve in Strong City, KS, participating in butterfly counts, bird watching, and habitat preservation projects. Arthur was also very family-oriented and known for being purposeful in his family relationships.He is survived by his wife, Mary ‘Chris’ Smith of Pretty Prairie; son and daughter-in-law, Duncan and Bridget Hopewell of Irving, TX; father, John Coventry Smith, Jr. and his wife Sheila Ciampi of Largo and Naples, FL; brother and sister-in-law, David Smith and Jana Leslie of Durango, CO; and grandchildren, Tobias and Piper Hopewell.He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Polley Smith.Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Given his great concern for the health of his family and friends, no services are planned at this time. A memorial service will be held at a future date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Ghost Ranch, Abiquiu, New Mexico, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Arthur Richardson Smith | 1957 - 2021 |

Glenn Biberstein, 89, passed away peacefully January 5, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita. He was born June 8, 1931, in Anthony, to Glenn and Zenith (Stolebarger) Biberstein.

Glenn graduated from Attica High School in 1948, Southwestern College in 1957, and received his master’s in Music Education from Wichita State University.

On July 30, 1954, he married the love of his life, Patricia Herrin, in Mount Hope. They shared 66 years of marriage.

Glenn proudly served in the United States Air Force as a navigator from 1953-1956. He was a member of the Kansas Air National Guard for over 30 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.

Glenn taught vocal music for 36 years in Conway Springs, Emporia, Sherman and Liberty Junior High, and various elementary schools in Hutchinson. He was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Doers Sunday school class, Chancel Choir, and Methodist Men. Glenn was also active in the community, serving as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #313, and belonging to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Toastmasters, and Lions Club. He was also a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels.

Above all else, Glenn loved his family with great devotion. He and Pat would travel all over Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri to attend soccer games, swim meets, tennis matches, dance recitals, concerts, or any other activity in which their children or grandchildren were involved. Family gatherings, vacations, and holidays were times Glenn always looked forward to and loved. Family was everything to him. He loved spending time together with them and would reminisce about the wonderful memories.

Glenn is survived by wife, Patricia Biberstein. Hutchinson; children, Greg (Denise) Biberstein, Manhattan, Glynda (Dan) McKenna, Hutchinson, Gary (Ali) Biberstein, Frisco, TX, and Gerry Biberstein, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Andrew (Colby) Biberstein, Houston, TX, Peter (Christina) Biberstein, Denver, CO, Maggie Biberstein, Lawrence, Megan McKenna, Galva, Kristen (Derek) Beeghly, Hutchinson, Matthew McKenna, Hutchinson, Amberly Biberstein, Batesburg, SC, Grant (Lysette) Biberstein, Austin, TX, Abby Biberstein, Stephenville, TX, Hannah Spivey, Frisco, TX, and Andrew Owens, Frisco, TX; and great-grandchildren, Bryson, Ellie, and Benjamin.&nbsp;

Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Carol McGee and Zenith Holmstrom.

Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. A celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at a later date. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Honor Flight or Trinity United Methodist Church (for the &nbsp;Stan Kenton Brass Concert), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Glenn Biberstein, 89, passed away peacefully January 5, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi-St. Francis, Wichita. He was born June 8, 1931, in Anthony, to Glenn and Zenith (Stolebarger) Biberstein.Glenn graduated from Attica High School in 1948, Southwestern College in 1957, and received his master’s in Music Education from Wichita State University.On July 30, 1954, he married the love of his life, Patricia Herrin, in Mount Hope. They shared 66 years of marriage.Glenn proudly served in the United States Air Force as a navigator from 1953-1956. He was a member of the Kansas Air National Guard for over 30 years, retiring with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.Glenn taught vocal music for 36 years in Conway Springs, Emporia, Sherman and Liberty Junior High, and various elementary schools in Hutchinson. He was an active member at Trinity United Methodist Church, where he was a member of the Doers Sunday school class, Chancel Choir, and Methodist Men. Glenn was also active in the community, serving as Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop #313, and belonging to American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Toastmasters, and Lions Club. He was also a volunteer driver for Meals on Wheels.Above all else, Glenn loved his family with great devotion. He and Pat would travel all over Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri to attend soccer games, swim meets, tennis matches, dance recitals, concerts, or any other activity in which their children or grandchildren were involved. Family gatherings, vacations, and holidays were times Glenn always looked forward to and loved. Family was everything to him. He loved spending time together with them and would reminisce about the wonderful memories.Glenn is survived by wife, Patricia Biberstein. Hutchinson; children, Greg (Denise) Biberstein, Manhattan, Glynda (Dan) McKenna, Hutchinson, Gary (Ali) Biberstein, Frisco, TX, and Gerry Biberstein, Hutchinson; grandchildren, Andrew (Colby) Biberstein, Houston, TX, Peter (Christina) Biberstein, Denver, CO, Maggie Biberstein, Lawrence, Megan McKenna, Galva, Kristen (Derek) Beeghly, Hutchinson, Matthew McKenna, Hutchinson, Amberly Biberstein, Batesburg, SC, Grant (Lysette) Biberstein, Austin, TX, Abby Biberstein, Stephenville, TX, Hannah Spivey, Frisco, TX, and Andrew Owens, Frisco, TX; and great-grandchildren, Bryson, Ellie, and Benjamin.&nbsp;Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, and sisters, Carol McGee and Zenith Holmstrom.Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. A celebration of Glenn’s life will be held at a later date. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Kansas Honor Flight or Trinity United Methodist Church (for the &nbsp;Stan Kenton Brass Concert), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Glenn J. Biberstein | 1931 - 2021 |

Shirley Ione Hurst, 86, died January 9, 2021, at&nbsp;Diversicare, Hutchinson. She was born January 15, 1934, in rural Plevna, to Scott Newton and&nbsp;Asta&nbsp;Pearl (Havercroft) Davidson.

Shirley graduated from Plevna High School in 1952. She worked as a secretary&nbsp;for Boeing and the Hutchinson Correctional Facility. Shirley was a church&nbsp;pianist for many years, enjoyed&nbsp;her&nbsp;flowers, traveling, and helping her husband, Keith, on the farm. Shirley was a lifelong member of the Methodist church, and&nbsp;most recently,&nbsp;attended Pleasant Hill Church of the Nazarene, Sylvia.

On April 24, 1955, she married&nbsp;Wavern&nbsp;“Bud”&nbsp;Coffman, in Huntsville. He&nbsp;died April 5, 1993. On July 10, 1998, she married Keith Hurst, in Sylvia. They shared almost 23 years of marriage.&nbsp;

Shirley is survived by husband, Keith of Sylvia; his sons, Ted Hurst of Clyde, NC, and Brian Hurst and wife Evelyn of Bradenton, FL; grandsons,&nbsp;Kiefer&nbsp;Hurst of Denver, CO and Brandon Hurst of Orlando, FL; and sisters-in-law, Marilyn Hurst of Sylvia and Helen Hurst of Topeka.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers-in-law, Jim Hurst of Sylvia and Glen Hurst of Topeka;&nbsp;and one sister-in-law, Marjorie Herrman of Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th, Hutchinson, with The Reverend James Davis officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Monday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pleasant Hill Church of the Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

Shirley Ione Hurst, 86, died January 9, 2021, at&nbsp;Diversicare, Hutchinson. She was born January 15, 1934, in rural Plevna, to Scott Newton and&nbsp;Asta&nbsp;Pearl (Havercroft) Davidson.Shirley graduated from Plevna High School in 1952. She worked as a secretary&nbsp;for Boeing and the Hutchinson Correctional Facility. Shirley was a church&nbsp;pianist for many years, enjoyed&nbsp;her&nbsp;flowers, traveling, and helping her husband, Keith, on the farm. Shirley was a lifelong member of the Methodist church, and&nbsp;most recently,&nbsp;attended Pleasant Hill Church of the Nazarene, Sylvia.On April 24, 1955, she married&nbsp;Wavern&nbsp;“Bud”&nbsp;Coffman, in Huntsville. He&nbsp;died April 5, 1993. On July 10, 1998, she married Keith Hurst, in Sylvia. They shared almost 23 years of marriage.&nbsp;Shirley is survived by husband, Keith of Sylvia; his sons, Ted Hurst of Clyde, NC, and Brian Hurst and wife Evelyn of Bradenton, FL; grandsons,&nbsp;Kiefer&nbsp;Hurst of Denver, CO and Brandon Hurst of Orlando, FL; and sisters-in-law, Marilyn Hurst of Sylvia and Helen Hurst of Topeka.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers-in-law, Jim Hurst of Sylvia and Glen Hurst of Topeka;&nbsp;and one sister-in-law, Marjorie Herrman of Hutchinson.&nbsp;Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5905 W. 4th, Hutchinson, with The Reverend James Davis officiating. Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday through Monday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Pleasant Hill Church of the Nazarene, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.

Shirley I. Hurst | 1934 - 2021 |

Dale Lee Barnum, 71, of Ozawkie, KS, died Wednesday, January 6, 2021, at 
his home. He had lived in Ozawkie 18 years moving from Garden City. He 
was born June 1, 1949, at Garden City, the son of William Myron and Wilma
 B. Parish Barnum. 

He was a 1967 graduate of Leoti High School and he 
earned a B.S. degree at Fort Hays State University in 1972. He served as 
the area Director for the State of Kansas Social and Rehabilitation 
Services in Western Kansas 33 years, before retiring. He was a longtime 
volunteer for the American Red Cross Disaster Services and was a Master 
Instructor for the Kansas Hunter Safety Program for 25 years. He was a 
member of the Tyrian Masonic Lodge of Garden City, the Finney County 
Chapter of Order of Eastern Star and the Scottish Rite Bodies of 
Wichita. &nbsp;He was married to Pamela Sharon Wineinger on June 5, 1993,&nbsp; at Garden City, She survives at the home. He is also survived by two 
sons, Dave (Marnie) Barnum, Overland Park, Steve (Misty) Barnum, 
Hutchinson, two daughters, Erika Barnum, Lawrence, Charity (Sam) Deutch,
 Leawood, one brother, Dean Barnum, Clifton-Clyde, and four 
grandchildren, Simon, Sherman, Elizabeth and Michelle. A Grave 
Side Service with Masonic Rites will be 3:00 PM, Friday, January 8, 2021
 at Ozawkie Cemetery, Ozawkie, KS. Mr. Barnum will lie in state 2:00 to 
5:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, 
Oskaloosa, KS.

Memorials suggested to American Red Cross Disaster 
Services in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS, 
66066.&nbsp;

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his home. He had lived in Ozawkie 18 years moving from Garden City. He 
was born June 1, 1949, at Garden City, the son of William Myron and Wilma
 B. Parish Barnum. He was a 1967 graduate of Leoti High School and he 
earned a B.S. degree at Fort Hays State University in 1972. He served as 
the area Director for the State of Kansas Social and Rehabilitation 
Services in Western Kansas 33 years, before retiring. He was a longtime 
volunteer for the American Red Cross Disaster Services and was a Master 
Instructor for the Kansas Hunter Safety Program for 25 years. He was a 
member of the Tyrian Masonic Lodge of Garden City, the Finney County 
Chapter of Order of Eastern Star and the Scottish Rite Bodies of 
Wichita. &nbsp;He was married to Pamela Sharon Wineinger on June 5, 1993,&nbsp; at Garden City, She survives at the home. He is also survived by two 
sons, Dave (Marnie) Barnum, Overland Park, Steve (Misty) Barnum, 
Hutchinson, two daughters, Erika Barnum, Lawrence, Charity (Sam) Deutch,
 Leawood, one brother, Dean Barnum, Clifton-Clyde, and four 
grandchildren, Simon, Sherman, Elizabeth and Michelle. A Grave 
Side Service with Masonic Rites will be 3:00 PM, Friday, January 8, 2021
 at Ozawkie Cemetery, Ozawkie, KS. Mr. Barnum will lie in state 2:00 to 
5:00 PM, Thursday, January 7, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, 
Oskaloosa, KS. Memorials suggested to American Red Cross Disaster 
Services in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS, 
66066.&nbsp;

Dale Lee Barnum

Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall, 92, passed away Jan. 6, 2021, at Legend of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 18, 1928, in Boise City, OK, the daughter of Walter L. and Ethel (Fry) Guin.

Millie attended the Boise City schools and graduated high school in 1946. The next year she enrolled in Northwestern State College in Alva, OK. She was a member of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. During her junior year, she was talked into accepting a blind date by her roommate. His name was Don Hall and he was a college basketball player. At the end of the next year, they were married on April 9, 1946 and graduated college together. They were married for 61 years. He passed away in 2011. She taught high school business for 32 years in the Rolla and Liberal, KS. high schools. After retirement, they spent the winters in their home in Mission, TX., and summers in their home in Hutchinson.

Millie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; and her sister, Orpha Weaver.

Survivors include her children, Lary Hall and wife Debbie of Hutchinson and Montie Hall and wife, Lori of Grapevine, TX; six grandchildren, Ryan Hall and wife Laura of Overland Park, KS, Nathan Hall and wife Kristi of Wichita, KS, Kimberly Kinsella and husband Michael of Prior Lake, MN, Alex, Ivy, and Lily Hall of Grapevine, TX; and six great grandchildren, Andrew, Caroline, Olivia, Samuel, Harrison and Emerson Hall.

There will be no public visitation. A private family service will be held at11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made to Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund or Ronald McDonald House and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall, 92, passed away Jan. 6, 2021, at Legend of Hutchinson, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 18, 1928, in Boise City, OK, the daughter of Walter L. and Ethel (Fry) Guin.Millie attended the Boise City schools and graduated high school in 1946. The next year she enrolled in Northwestern State College in Alva, OK. She was a member of the Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority. During her junior year, she was talked into accepting a blind date by her roommate. His name was Don Hall and he was a college basketball player. At the end of the next year, they were married on April 9, 1946 and graduated college together. They were married for 61 years. He passed away in 2011. She taught high school business for 32 years in the Rolla and Liberal, KS. high schools. After retirement, they spent the winters in their home in Mission, TX., and summers in their home in Hutchinson.Millie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Donald; and her sister, Orpha Weaver.Survivors include her children, Lary Hall and wife Debbie of Hutchinson and Montie Hall and wife, Lori of Grapevine, TX; six grandchildren, Ryan Hall and wife Laura of Overland Park, KS, Nathan Hall and wife Kristi of Wichita, KS, Kimberly Kinsella and husband Michael of Prior Lake, MN, Alex, Ivy, and Lily Hall of Grapevine, TX; and six great grandchildren, Andrew, Caroline, Olivia, Samuel, Harrison and Emerson Hall.There will be no public visitation. A private family service will be held at11 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson. Burial will take place at Fairlawn Cemetery. Memorial Contributions can be made to Wesley Towers Good Samaritan Fund or Ronald McDonald House and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Mildred “Millie” Lenora Hall | 1928 - 2021 |

Beverly (Bev) Ann Seifert, 79 Passed away on Jan. 5, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS., the Daughter of Phillip and Gladys (Howell) Eales.

Beverly graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959. In trying to meet Stan she ended up falling over the railing at Gowans Stadium in front of him, after dating for two years on Aug. 7, 1960 Beverly married Stanley Howard Seifert at 10th Avenue United Methodist Church in Hutchinson. She was a homemaker, involved with the PTA, room mother, drove on countless number of field trips, helper at the school, Picture chairman, and school carnivals among many activities during and after her children attended Farris Elementary School.

She hosted along with her husband, for over 40 years Christmas Eve celebrations making sure that no one left without baked goods, or stockings with candy. Beverly was a perfect blend of June Cleaver and Rosanne with a quick wit, a strong sense of humor, firm love giving hugs and a strong sense of not judging anyone based on who or where they came from. Her home was always open to anyone, neighborhood children looking for a yard to play in, snack, supper, or to spend the night with her kids or grandkids. Beverly and Stan also opened their home to friends of their children who needed a place to stay for a night or a bit longer. She was a lover of animals especially her four pugs. She was recently baptized by Eastwood Church of Christ.

Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, brother Clarence Eales, granddaughter Laura Ratley and grandson Tim Weaver.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Stan; Children Diann (Paul) Stropes, David (Brent Showalter) Seifert, Amy Ratley; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) Warner, Leah (Simon) Hiebert, Alexis Ratley; Step grandchild Kaitlynn Showalter fiancé Tyler Jenkins, great grandchildren, Wesely, Aiden, and Joel Warner, Macie Mcallister, Olivia Showalter Jenkins, and a sister Barbara Muir as well as many numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be no public visitation or a service as cremation was chosen. A private family and friends gathering will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made in her name to Hospice House, Eastwood Church of Christ and can be sent to Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Beverly (Bev) Ann Seifert, 79 Passed away on Jan. 5, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS., the Daughter of Phillip and Gladys (Howell) Eales.Beverly graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1959. In trying to meet Stan she ended up falling over the railing at Gowans Stadium in front of him, after dating for two years on Aug. 7, 1960 Beverly married Stanley Howard Seifert at 10th Avenue United Methodist Church in Hutchinson. She was a homemaker, involved with the PTA, room mother, drove on countless number of field trips, helper at the school, Picture chairman, and school carnivals among many activities during and after her children attended Farris Elementary School.She hosted along with her husband, for over 40 years Christmas Eve celebrations making sure that no one left without baked goods, or stockings with candy. Beverly was a perfect blend of June Cleaver and Rosanne with a quick wit, a strong sense of humor, firm love giving hugs and a strong sense of not judging anyone based on who or where they came from. Her home was always open to anyone, neighborhood children looking for a yard to play in, snack, supper, or to spend the night with her kids or grandkids. Beverly and Stan also opened their home to friends of their children who needed a place to stay for a night or a bit longer. She was a lover of animals especially her four pugs. She was recently baptized by Eastwood Church of Christ.Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, brother Clarence Eales, granddaughter Laura Ratley and grandson Tim Weaver.Survivors include her husband of 60 years, Stan; Children Diann (Paul) Stropes, David (Brent Showalter) Seifert, Amy Ratley; grandchildren, Jennifer (Michael) Warner, Leah (Simon) Hiebert, Alexis Ratley; Step grandchild Kaitlynn Showalter fiancé Tyler Jenkins, great grandchildren, Wesely, Aiden, and Joel Warner, Macie Mcallister, Olivia Showalter Jenkins, and a sister Barbara Muir as well as many numerous nieces and nephews.There will be no public visitation or a service as cremation was chosen. A private family and friends gathering will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made in her name to Hospice House, Eastwood Church of Christ and can be sent to Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Beverly (Bev) Ann Seifert | 2021 |

Laura Jean Popp, 93, passed away Jan. 4, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital, Wichita. She was born July 1, 1927, on a farm near Buhler, to Heinrich ‘Henry’ Garfield Koehn and Elisabeth Marie (Esau) Koehn. Following her father’s death, she moved with her mother and four siblings into a home built by her uncle in the town of Buhler.

Laura was a 1945 graduate of Buhler High School, and received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree from Wichita State University, at the age of 60, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Although she lost her father at age three, Laura followed his profession in education as a speech therapy assistant in the Haven School system, and as an instructor in the GED program at Hutchinson Community College. Especially dear to her heart was teaching English as a Second Language. Laura had a lifelong passion for music, playing saxophone in a community band, and oboe and bassoon in orchestra in her early years. Throughout her lifetime, she was a pianist, church organist, and symphony supporter as a member of the Women’s Association of the Wichita Symphony. Laura was a member of the Reno County Democratic Women’s Club, and a long-time member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.

On July 1, 1945, she married Eugene ‘Gene’ Russell Popp. They raised their four children on the family farm near Haven, and shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to his death on May 9, 2006.

Laura is survived by her children, Gary Eugene Popp of Hutchinson, Debra (John) DeNicola of New York City, NY, and Pamela (Tom Lynn) Schaffer of Wichita; daughter-in-law, Rennie Popp of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Jake DeNicola, Vanessa Canova, Jessica Schaffer, and Stefanie Worrell; and great-grandson, Harlan Canova.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and son, Larry Allan Popp.

Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Laurel Cemetery, rural Haven, with Pastor Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp;

Friends may call (the family will not be present), from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, and 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Cancer Council of Reno County, or the Wichita Symphony, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Laura Jean Popp, 93, passed away Jan. 4, 2021, at Ascension Via Christi St. Teresa Hospital, Wichita. She was born July 1, 1927, on a farm near Buhler, to Heinrich ‘Henry’ Garfield Koehn and Elisabeth Marie (Esau) Koehn. Following her father’s death, she moved with her mother and four siblings into a home built by her uncle in the town of Buhler.Laura was a 1945 graduate of Buhler High School, and received a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree from Wichita State University, at the age of 60, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Although she lost her father at age three, Laura followed his profession in education as a speech therapy assistant in the Haven School system, and as an instructor in the GED program at Hutchinson Community College. Especially dear to her heart was teaching English as a Second Language. Laura had a lifelong passion for music, playing saxophone in a community band, and oboe and bassoon in orchestra in her early years. Throughout her lifetime, she was a pianist, church organist, and symphony supporter as a member of the Women’s Association of the Wichita Symphony. Laura was a member of the Reno County Democratic Women’s Club, and a long-time member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Hutchinson.On July 1, 1945, she married Eugene ‘Gene’ Russell Popp. They raised their four children on the family farm near Haven, and shared over 60 years of marriage, prior to his death on May 9, 2006.Laura is survived by her children, Gary Eugene Popp of Hutchinson, Debra (John) DeNicola of New York City, NY, and Pamela (Tom Lynn) Schaffer of Wichita; daughter-in-law, Rennie Popp of Austin, TX; grandchildren, Jake DeNicola, Vanessa Canova, Jessica Schaffer, and Stefanie Worrell; and great-grandson, Harlan Canova.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and son, Larry Allan Popp.Private graveside service will be Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Laurel Cemetery, rural Haven, with Pastor Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp;Friends may call (the family will not be present), from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021, and 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 13, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Cancer Council of Reno County, or the Wichita Symphony, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Laura Koehn Popp | 1927 - 2021 |

Shirley Jean Bass, 91, formerly of Hutchinson, died Jan. 4, 2021, at Bonham Nursing and Rehabilitation, Bonham, TX. She was born March 23, 1929, in Winona, KS, to Clinton and Alice (Fanning) Thompson.

Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Winona High School. She worked in customer services at Sears, retiring with over 26 years of service. Shirley was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

On August 10, 1947, she married John Noble Bass, in Winona. They shared over 38 years of marriage, prior to his death on Nov. 4, 1985.

Shirley is survived by her children, Clinton (Kathryn) Bass of Trenton, TX, Melvin (Linda) Bass of Hutchinson, and Dan (Melinda) Bass of Burrton; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Shirley Jean Bass, 91, formerly of Hutchinson, died Jan. 4, 2021, at Bonham Nursing and Rehabilitation, Bonham, TX. She was born March 23, 1929, in Winona, KS, to Clinton and Alice (Fanning) Thompson.Shirley was a 1947 graduate of Winona High School. She worked in customer services at Sears, retiring with over 26 years of service. Shirley was a long-time member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.On August 10, 1947, she married John Noble Bass, in Winona. They shared over 38 years of marriage, prior to his death on Nov. 4, 1985.Shirley is survived by her children, Clinton (Kathryn) Bass of Trenton, TX, Melvin (Linda) Bass of Hutchinson, and Dan (Melinda) Bass of Burrton; four grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and two sisters.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two brothers.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be scheduled at a future date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Shirley Jean Bass of Bonham, Texas | 1929 - 2021 |

Adeline May Schweigert, 77, passed away Jan. 3, 2021, at Diversicare, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 25, 1943, in Alfred, ND., the daughter of Emanuel Netzer and Anna M (Coon) Hancock.

Adeline graduated from Nortonville High School in Nortonville, ND. in 1961. On November 25, 1963, Adeline married Gordon D. Schweigert, in Larmoure, ND. He precedes her in death. She was a homemaker.

Adeline was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gordon, two brothers, Edward Netzer and Norman Hancock; and one sister, Lydia Kangas.

Survivors include her children, Alexander L. Schweigert and Roxanne L. Torres; four grandchildren, Lukas and Andrew Schweigert and Gabriella and Austin Torres; one sister, Grace Wendt; and three brothers, John Hancock, Robert Hancock and Willis Netzer.

There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Adeline May Schweigert, 77, passed away Jan. 3, 2021, at Diversicare, Hutchinson, KS. She was born April 25, 1943, in Alfred, ND., the daughter of Emanuel Netzer and Anna M (Coon) Hancock.Adeline graduated from Nortonville High School in Nortonville, ND. in 1961. On November 25, 1963, Adeline married Gordon D. Schweigert, in Larmoure, ND. He precedes her in death. She was a homemaker.Adeline was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Gordon, two brothers, Edward Netzer and Norman Hancock; and one sister, Lydia Kangas.Survivors include her children, Alexander L. Schweigert and Roxanne L. Torres; four grandchildren, Lukas and Andrew Schweigert and Gabriella and Austin Torres; one sister, Grace Wendt; and three brothers, John Hancock, Robert Hancock and Willis Netzer. There will be no public visitation as cremation was chosen. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Adeline May Schweigert | 1943 - 2021 |

Robert “Bob” Owen McCue, 95, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at his home in Hutchinson, KS.

Bob was born February 23, 1925 in Hastings, NE, the son of Bernard L. and Helen (Caldwell) McCue. In October 1943, Bob enlisted in the United States Army during World War II and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was honorably discharged in November 1945. On April 2, 1947 he married Charlotte R. Riggs in Hutchinson, KS. They were married for over 60 years. Bob was an owner- operator of a trucking company and was a truck driver for most of his career. He was enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He was an avid Hutchinson High Sports fan and enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Charlotte; daughter, Sue Wagler; four brothers and two sisters.

Bob is survived by his two sons, Deron (Debbie) McCue and Gary McCue; one daughter, Kelle (Jim) Stewart; a brother, Jerry McCue; a sister, Janey Smith; nine grandchildren, Lucas (Jennifer) Wagler, Logan (Jennifer) Wagler, Mackenzie (Scott) Harvison, Amanda, Deron Jr., and Haley McCue, Fallyn (Joel) Morris, Tanner (Jade Henderson) Stewart and Jayden Hill; 13 great grandchildren, Carter, Presley, Holden, Brooklyn, Landon and Keaton Wagler, Hank, Holly and Weston Harvison, Preslie and Shaylie Brown, Kynslie Morris and Clayton Stewart.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Monite McFerrin officiating. Inurnment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Reno County Veterans Memorial and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks are required.

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 </figure>Robert “Bob” Owen McCue, 95, passed away Friday, January 1, 2021 at his home in Hutchinson, KS.Bob was born February 23, 1925 in Hastings, NE, the son of Bernard L. and Helen (Caldwell) McCue. In October 1943, Bob enlisted in the United States Army during World War II and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. He was honorably discharged in November 1945. On April 2, 1947 he married Charlotte R. Riggs in Hutchinson, KS. They were married for over 60 years. Bob was an owner- operator of a trucking company and was a truck driver for most of his career. He was enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. He was an avid Hutchinson High Sports fan and enjoyed watching his grandchildren play sports.He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Charlotte; daughter, Sue Wagler; four brothers and two sisters.Bob is survived by his two sons, Deron (Debbie) McCue and Gary McCue; one daughter, Kelle (Jim) Stewart; a brother, Jerry McCue; a sister, Janey Smith; nine grandchildren, Lucas (Jennifer) Wagler, Logan (Jennifer) Wagler, Mackenzie (Scott) Harvison, Amanda, Deron Jr., and Haley McCue, Fallyn (Joel) Morris, Tanner (Jade Henderson) Stewart and Jayden Hill; 13 great grandchildren, Carter, Presley, Holden, Brooklyn, Landon and Keaton Wagler, Hank, Holly and Weston Harvison, Preslie and Shaylie Brown, Kynslie Morris and Clayton Stewart.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, Jan. 11, 2021 at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS, with Pastor Monite McFerrin officiating. Inurnment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorials may be given to Reno County Veterans Memorial and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, masks are required.

Robert “Bob” Owen McCue | 1925 - 2021 |

Sandra ‘Sandy’ Jean Stone, 70, passed away Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, at Newton Medical Center. She was a former Burrton resident, born March 11, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Bernard ‘Bud’ and Maxine (Robertson) Stone.

Sandy graduated from Burrton High School and was a cook, retiring from Burrton Schools.

She enjoyed all of her pets when living on her farm, watching the Kansas City Chiefs, her son’s auto racing events, and Gunsmoke.

Survivors include sons, Casey Schrag and wife Monica of Nickerson, and Adam Schrag and wife Rachelle of Hutchinson; brother, Gregg Stone of Inman; sisters, Lynn Moulton and husband Jerry of Hutchinson, and Kathy Considine and husband Phil of Halstead; seven grandchildren, Walker, Pearson, Josie, Carter, Parker, Taylor and Piper; three step-grandchildren, Tommy, Blaine, and Brooke; two great-grandchildren, Brinnley and Rhetson; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, Austin and Docia Stone, and Wallace and Eva Robertson.

Private family graveside service will be held in Burrton Cemetery, with Pastor Ron Jones presiding.

Friends may sign her book from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, Hutchinson, Kansas.

Sandra ‘Sandy’ Jean Stone, 70, passed away Monday, Jan. 4, 2021, at Newton Medical Center. She was a former Burrton resident, born March 11, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Bernard ‘Bud’ and Maxine (Robertson) Stone.Sandy graduated from Burrton High School and was a cook, retiring from Burrton Schools.She enjoyed all of her pets when living on her farm, watching the Kansas City Chiefs, her son’s auto racing events, and Gunsmoke.Survivors include sons, Casey Schrag and wife Monica of Nickerson, and Adam Schrag and wife Rachelle of Hutchinson; brother, Gregg Stone of Inman; sisters, Lynn Moulton and husband Jerry of Hutchinson, and Kathy Considine and husband Phil of Halstead; seven grandchildren, Walker, Pearson, Josie, Carter, Parker, Taylor and Piper; three step-grandchildren, Tommy, Blaine, and Brooke; two great-grandchildren, Brinnley and Rhetson; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, Austin and Docia Stone, and Wallace and Eva Robertson.Private family graveside service will be held in Burrton Cemetery, with Pastor Ron Jones presiding.Friends may sign her book from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. today, Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, Hutchinson, Kansas.

Sandra Jean Stone | 1950 - 2021 |

Vernon Richard Swank, 83, of Hutchinson, died Jan. 4, 2021, at Hospice House. He was born Sept. 18, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Ray and Emla (Parker) Swank.

Vernon attended Buhler High and Hutchinson Community College. He was the head of maintenance at PMS Foods for 32 years. Vernon served as a reserve police officer in Hutchinson and South Hutchinson from 1960-1976 and was a Korean War Veteran. Vernon was always telling someone about Jesus. He was a former member of Full Gospel Assembly in Hutchinson.

On June 19, 1956, Vernon married Marciel Edwina Benbrook, in Hutchinson. She passed away December 11, 2004.

He is survived by daughters, Verna Case, South Hutchinson, Phyllis Swank, Hutchinson; sisters, Ruth Muth, Colorado, Elizabeth Gordon, Hutchinson; five grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.

Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three brothers; and a great-great-granddaughter.

Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan.9, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Vernon Richard Swank, 83, of Hutchinson, died Jan. 4, 2021, at Hospice House. He was born Sept. 18, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Ray and Emla (Parker) Swank.Vernon attended Buhler High and Hutchinson Community College. He was the head of maintenance at PMS Foods for 32 years. Vernon served as a reserve police officer in Hutchinson and South Hutchinson from 1960-1976 and was a Korean War Veteran. Vernon was always telling someone about Jesus. He was a former member of Full Gospel Assembly in Hutchinson.On June 19, 1956, Vernon married Marciel Edwina Benbrook, in Hutchinson. She passed away December 11, 2004.He is survived by daughters, Verna Case, South Hutchinson, Phyllis Swank, Hutchinson; sisters, Ruth Muth, Colorado, Elizabeth Gordon, Hutchinson; five grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren.Vernon was preceded in death by his parents; wife; three brothers; and a great-great-granddaughter.Graveside service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, Jan.9, 2021, at Memorial Park Cemetery. Military honors will be conducted by the Kansas Army National Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Hands of Christ or Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Vernon Swank | 1937 - 2021 |

Linda Carol Kaufman, 73, of Buhler, died Jan. 5, 2021, at her home. She was born Oct. 4, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Norris O. and Eunice E. (Gritten) Elliott.

Linda graduated from Kingman High School and Salt City Business College. In addition to being a homemaker, she worked as an accountant at Star Lumber. Linda enjoyed gardening and was a classic car enthusiast. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church, Hutchinson.

Linda married William Badders. He died in 1995. On Sept. 3, 2002, she married Ronald C. Kaufman Sr. in Eureka Springs, AR. He survives.

Also surviving are daughter, Heather Badders, Corpus Christi, TX; stepdaughter, Lori Ford (David), Hutchinson; stepson, Ronald Kaufman Jr. (Tammie), Hutchinson; grandchildren, William, Gage, Rayden, Taryn, Kalin, Meredith; great-grandchild, Ashton; brothers, Rodney Elliott (Billie), Hutchinson, Eddie Elliott (May), Kingman; and her lap buddy, Zoe.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and son, Brian Badders.

Private family graveside service will be held in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Westside Baptist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Linda Carol Kaufman, 73, of Buhler, died Jan. 5, 2021, at her home. She was born Oct. 4, 1947, in Hutchinson, to Norris O. and Eunice E. (Gritten) Elliott.Linda graduated from Kingman High School and Salt City Business College. In addition to being a homemaker, she worked as an accountant at Star Lumber. Linda enjoyed gardening and was a classic car enthusiast. She was a member of Westside Baptist Church, Hutchinson.Linda married William Badders. He died in 1995. On Sept. 3, 2002, she married Ronald C. Kaufman Sr. in Eureka Springs, AR. He survives.Also surviving are daughter, Heather Badders, Corpus Christi, TX; stepdaughter, Lori Ford (David), Hutchinson; stepson, Ronald Kaufman Jr. (Tammie), Hutchinson; grandchildren, William, Gage, Rayden, Taryn, Kalin, Meredith; great-grandchild, Ashton; brothers, Rodney Elliott (Billie), Hutchinson, Eddie Elliott (May), Kingman; and her lap buddy, Zoe.Linda was preceded in death by her parents and son, Brian Badders.Private family graveside service will be held in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Westside Baptist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Linda Carol Kaufman | 1947 - 2021 |

Sarah R. Oekerman, 64, of Hesston, Kansas, formerly of Garibaldi, Oregon, passed away Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 at her home. She was born Oct. 9, 1956 in Baguio City, Philippines, the daughter of Augustine and Lourdes (Lucero) De Ocampo.

Sarah worked as a flight attendant and loan officer throughout the years, eventually becoming a devoted homemaker.

She was united in marriage to Keith Oekerman on June 7, 1986, in Guam.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; They lived in Guam for 15 years, moving to Garibaldi, Oregon in 2000.&nbsp; They later moved to Hesston, Kansas in 2019.

Other survivors include her daughter, Nicole (Brandon) Roth of Hesston; son, Nikolaus Oekerman of Los Angeles, California; two grandchildren, Sage and Maddox Roth; three sisters, Josefine Ventura, Lourdes Ocampo and Virginia De Ocampo; and many nieces and nephews who considered Sarah as their own mother.

Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Mateo and Sonny De Ocampo.

Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Tillamook First Christian Church in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.

To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Sarah R. Oekerman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/sarah-oekerman/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Sarah R. Oekerman, 64, of Hesston, Kansas, formerly of Garibaldi, Oregon, passed away Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021 at her home. She was born Oct. 9, 1956 in Baguio City, Philippines, the daughter of Augustine and Lourdes (Lucero) De Ocampo.Sarah worked as a flight attendant and loan officer throughout the years, eventually becoming a devoted homemaker.She was united in marriage to Keith Oekerman on June 7, 1986, in Guam.&nbsp; He survives of the home.&nbsp; They lived in Guam for 15 years, moving to Garibaldi, Oregon in 2000.&nbsp; They later moved to Hesston, Kansas in 2019.Other survivors include her daughter, Nicole (Brandon) Roth of Hesston; son, Nikolaus Oekerman of Los Angeles, California; two grandchildren, Sage and Maddox Roth; three sisters, Josefine Ventura, Lourdes Ocampo and Virginia De Ocampo; and many nieces and nephews who considered Sarah as their own mother.Sarah was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Mateo and Sonny De Ocampo.Cremation is planned.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Tillamook First Christian Church in care of Miller-Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 32, Hesston, KS 67062.To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Sarah R. Oekerman, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/sarah-oekerman/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Sarah R. Oekerman | 1956 - 2021 |

Connie Carol White, 81, of Inman, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at Mercy Hospital in Moundridge.&nbsp; She was born October 7, 1939, in Tescott, Kansas, the daughter of Eli and Alada (Desaire) Hamilton.

She grew up and attended school in Tescott, where she graduated with the class of 1957.

Connie is survived by her son, Michael White; brother, Jackie Hamilton of Inman; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Merida, Olive, and Frances; and two brothers, Donald and Marion.

Cremation is planned with private family services to be held later.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Home in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Connie Carol White, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/connie-white/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Connie Carol White, 81, of Inman, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021 at Mercy Hospital in Moundridge.&nbsp; She was born October 7, 1939, in Tescott, Kansas, the daughter of Eli and Alada (Desaire) Hamilton.She grew up and attended school in Tescott, where she graduated with the class of 1957.Connie is survived by her son, Michael White; brother, Jackie Hamilton of Inman; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; three sisters, Merida, Olive, and Frances; and two brothers, Donald and Marion.Cremation is planned with private family services to be held later.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View Home in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Connie Carol White, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/connie-white/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Connie Carol White | 1939 - 2021 | 

Larry Laverne Etter, 84, died Jan. 2, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born Aug. 9, 1936, in Superior, NE, to Joseph and Crystle (Ahrens) Etter.

Larry graduated from Freemont High School, Freemont, NE, and retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service. He later worked at Martinez &amp; Sons, and the Hutchinson Post Office. Larry, along with his wife Norma, owned LNJ Cleaning Services. Larry was a quiet and reserved gentleman, who enjoyed collecting various items, especially coins, and attending garage sales and auctions. He was a lifetime member of V.F.W. Bob Campbell Post #1361.&nbsp;

On June 25, 1977, he married Norma Cornita, in the Philippines.&nbsp; They shared 43 years of marriage.

Larry is survived by wife, Norma; daughter, Jeanette Hoffman (Tom), all of South Hutchinson; grandsons, Brandon Hoffman of Whitefish, MT, Andrew Hoffman, Tyler Hoffman, both of South Hutchinson; brother, Don Etter (Pauline) of Superior, NE; sister, Alice Delka of Hardy, NE; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Melvin and Junior; brother-in-law, Don Delka; and stepmother, Cleo Etter.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 8, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Eric Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Mausoleum, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard.&nbsp;

To view Larry’s funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of his obituary on Elliott Mortuary’s website the day of the service beginning at 9:30 a.m.&nbsp;

Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Reno County Veterans’ Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Larry Laverne Etter, 84, died Jan. 2, 2021, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born Aug. 9, 1936, in Superior, NE, to Joseph and Crystle (Ahrens) Etter.Larry graduated from Freemont High School, Freemont, NE, and retired from the United States Air Force after 21 years of service. He later worked at Martinez &amp; Sons, and the Hutchinson Post Office. Larry, along with his wife Norma, owned LNJ Cleaning Services. Larry was a quiet and reserved gentleman, who enjoyed collecting various items, especially coins, and attending garage sales and auctions. He was a lifetime member of V.F.W. Bob Campbell Post #1361.&nbsp;On June 25, 1977, he married Norma Cornita, in the Philippines.&nbsp; They shared 43 years of marriage.Larry is survived by wife, Norma; daughter, Jeanette Hoffman (Tom), all of South Hutchinson; grandsons, Brandon Hoffman of Whitefish, MT, Andrew Hoffman, Tyler Hoffman, both of South Hutchinson; brother, Don Etter (Pauline) of Superior, NE; sister, Alice Delka of Hardy, NE; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Melvin and Junior; brother-in-law, Don Delka; and stepmother, Cleo Etter.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 8, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Eric Miller officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Mausoleum, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard.&nbsp;To view Larry’s funeral service online, the link will be available at the end of his obituary on Elliott Mortuary’s website the day of the service beginning at 9:30 a.m.&nbsp;Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Reno County Veterans’ Memorial, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Larry L. Etter | 1936 - 2021 |

Hazel Margaret Fry, 89, of Ellinwood, died Jan. 1, 2021, at her home. She was born March 18, 1931, in Hutchinson, to Orville and Alice (Barnes) Preston.

Hazel graduated from Great Bend High School in 1949. She worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for Larned State Hospital, eventually becoming the director of the program. Hazel loved to take part in the woodworking activities at Delos V. Smith Senior Center.

She is survived by: sons, Harold, and Brian Fry, Ellinwood; brothers, William (Betty) Preston, Hutchinson, Richard (Betty) Preston, Virginia Beach, Virginia, and David (Shirley) Preston, San Antonio, Texas; granddaughter, Brandy Pepperman, Great Bend; grandsons, Brian, and Jaxton Fry, Great Bend; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Hazel was preceded in death by: her parents; sisters, Joetta Isaacs, Waneeta Marshall, Alta Mae Altizer, and Mary Goddard; and daughter-in-law, Erlinda Fry.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. A private family burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Hazel Margaret Fry, 89, of Ellinwood, died Jan. 1, 2021, at her home. She was born March 18, 1931, in Hutchinson, to Orville and Alice (Barnes) Preston.Hazel graduated from Great Bend High School in 1949. She worked as a drug and alcohol counselor for Larned State Hospital, eventually becoming the director of the program. Hazel loved to take part in the woodworking activities at Delos V. Smith Senior Center.She is survived by: sons, Harold, and Brian Fry, Ellinwood; brothers, William (Betty) Preston, Hutchinson, Richard (Betty) Preston, Virginia Beach, Virginia, and David (Shirley) Preston, San Antonio, Texas; granddaughter, Brandy Pepperman, Great Bend; grandsons, Brian, and Jaxton Fry, Great Bend; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.Hazel was preceded in death by: her parents; sisters, Joetta Isaacs, Waneeta Marshall, Alta Mae Altizer, and Mary Goddard; and daughter-in-law, Erlinda Fry.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 9, 2021, at Elliott Mortuary. A private family burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Hazel Fry | 1931 - 2021 |

Annie Ruth ‘Ann’ Harms, 92, most recently of Little River, died Jan. 2, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born July 9, 1928, in Shafter, CA, to Bernard and Katherine (Buhler) Wiebe.

Ann was an established homemaker all her life, as well as a cashier at IDEAL’S Food Store in Ulysses for 14 years, retiring in 1985. She also supervised the Loaves and Fishes food pantry in Ulysses for many years. She was an accomplished seamstress, sewing garments and quilts for her children and grandkids most all their lives, as well as mending for them. Ann was the sign-reading co-pilot for her husband Al for many years, as they traveled the highways around the United States and into Alaska when he worked for Mennonite Aid and Property.

Ann and Al moved to Mennonite Friendship Communities in South Hutchinson in 2006.&nbsp; While there, she loved serving others by crocheting hats, scarves, and baby blankets, as well as working in the grocery and To-Gather stores at MFC. She also enjoyed gardening, was a fixture at the jigsaw puzzle table, and was known as the Puzzle Lady by residents at MFC. She always kept her hands and mind busy with crocheting, hand-work, or puzzle books for as long as she was able.

Ann was a member of the Mennonite Brethren Church, Ulysses, where she attended most her&nbsp;life, and taught Sunday school for many years.

On Aug. 31, 1948, Ann married Alvin N. Harms in Blaine, WA. He died Dec. 28, 2011. They celebrated 63 years of devoted marriage together.

Surviving are daughters, Clariece Kohlhorst (Carl), Syracuse, Rhonda Harms, Lawrence, Cindy Hogan (Scott), Little River; daughter-in-law, Colleen Harms, Wichita; sister, Elizabeth Heide (Dennis), Monroe, WA; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Jim Harms; daughter, Beverly McElvain; sisters, Helen Sheldon, Esther Karber, Edna Wiebe; brothers, Harry, Pete, Walt, Elmer, and John Weibe.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2021, at First Church of God, 704 N. Jefferson, Hutchinson. Burial will follow at 4 p.m. in the Grant County Cemetery, Ulysses. The service will be live-streamed at this link: http://Facebook.com/fcoghutch. Tap videos and scroll to latest video.

Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to LIFE Outreach at First of God, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Annie Ruth ‘Ann’ Harms, 92, most recently of Little River, died Jan. 2, 2021, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born July 9, 1928, in Shafter, CA, to Bernard and Katherine (Buhler) Wiebe.Ann was an established homemaker all her life, as well as a cashier at IDEAL’S Food Store in Ulysses for 14 years, retiring in 1985. She also supervised the Loaves and Fishes food pantry in Ulysses for many years. She was an accomplished seamstress, sewing garments and quilts for her children and grandkids most all their lives, as well as mending for them. Ann was the sign-reading co-pilot for her husband Al for many years, as they traveled the highways around the United States and into Alaska when he worked for Mennonite Aid and Property.Ann and Al moved to Mennonite Friendship Communities in South Hutchinson in 2006.&nbsp; While there, she loved serving others by crocheting hats, scarves, and baby blankets, as well as working in the grocery and To-Gather stores at MFC. She also enjoyed gardening, was a fixture at the jigsaw puzzle table, and was known as the Puzzle Lady by residents at MFC. She always kept her hands and mind busy with crocheting, hand-work, or puzzle books for as long as she was able.Ann was a member of the Mennonite Brethren Church, Ulysses, where she attended most her&nbsp;life, and taught Sunday school for many years.On Aug. 31, 1948, Ann married Alvin N. Harms in Blaine, WA. He died Dec. 28, 2011. They celebrated 63 years of devoted marriage together.Surviving are daughters, Clariece Kohlhorst (Carl), Syracuse, Rhonda Harms, Lawrence, Cindy Hogan (Scott), Little River; daughter-in-law, Colleen Harms, Wichita; sister, Elizabeth Heide (Dennis), Monroe, WA; 12 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and numerous extended family members and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Jim Harms; daughter, Beverly McElvain; sisters, Helen Sheldon, Esther Karber, Edna Wiebe; brothers, Harry, Pete, Walt, Elmer, and John Weibe.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 9, 2021, at First Church of God, 704 N. Jefferson, Hutchinson. Burial will follow at 4 p.m. in the Grant County Cemetery, Ulysses. The service will be live-streamed at this link: http://Facebook.com/fcoghutch. Tap videos and scroll to latest video.Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with family present from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to LIFE Outreach at First of God, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Annie Ruth 'Ann' Harms | 1928 - 2021 |

Herbert Edward “Herb” Richert, 96, died December 31, 2020, at his home in Buhler, KS. He was born December 13, 1924, in Glendale, CA, the son of Herbert C. and Mary (Unger) Richert.

He was a Jr. High math teacher in Reedley, CA for over 30 years and had a small family run fruit farm. He was a member of the Reedley Mennonite Brethren Church and upon moving to Buhler became a member of the Buhler Mennonite Brethren Church.

Herbert served in the United States Navy during World War II.

On July 29, 1948, he married LaVerne Richert in Reedley, CA. They shared 71 years of marriage. She preceded him in death.

Survivors include three children, Ed (Phyllis) Richert, Hillsboro, Tim (Judy) Richert, Buhler, and LuAnn (Ken) Adrian, Buhler; a brother, Francis Richert, Lane, KS; a sister, Margret Schmidt, Rogers, AR; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

Private services with military honors will be held at Buhler East Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at Buhler Mortuary. Family will not be present. Memorial contributions may be made to the Herbert C. Richert Scholarship Fund at Tabor College, sent in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Herbert E. Richert, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/herbert-richert/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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 </figure>Herbert Edward “Herb” Richert, 96, died December 31, 2020, at his home in Buhler, KS. He was born December 13, 1924, in Glendale, CA, the son of Herbert C. and Mary (Unger) Richert.He was a Jr. High math teacher in Reedley, CA for over 30 years and had a small family run fruit farm. He was a member of the Reedley Mennonite Brethren Church and upon moving to Buhler became a member of the Buhler Mennonite Brethren Church.Herbert served in the United States Navy during World War II.On July 29, 1948, he married LaVerne Richert in Reedley, CA. They shared 71 years of marriage. She preceded him in death.Survivors include three children, Ed (Phyllis) Richert, Hillsboro, Tim (Judy) Richert, Buhler, and LuAnn (Ken) Adrian, Buhler; a brother, Francis Richert, Lane, KS; a sister, Margret Schmidt, Rogers, AR; 14 grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.Private services with military honors will be held at Buhler East Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may call from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at Buhler Mortuary. Family will not be present. Memorial contributions may be made to the Herbert C. Richert Scholarship Fund at Tabor College, sent in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.To send a flower arrangement to the family of&nbsp;Herbert E. Richert, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.wigginsfuneralhomes.com/obituary/herbert-richert/flowers">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

Herbert E. Richert | 1924 - 2020 |

Josephine ‘Jo’ Anne Caldwell, 95, passed away Jan. 2, 2021, in Hutchinson. She was born Nov. 11, 1925, in Woodward, OK, to Robert E. and Nelle Rose (Woolf) Freeto.

Jo was a 1944 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended the University of Kansas. On November 18, 1945, she married G. Merl Caldwell, in Hutchinson. They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to his death on April 3, 2012.&nbsp;

Jo worked as a receptionist at the Hutchinson Clinic for over 20 years. She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, and a member of the United Methodist Women’s Circle. Jo enjoyed reading and listening to music, especially when her kids or grandkids were performing. She was always focused on her family and her home, and was known for her wonderful sense of humor and kind heart.

She is survived by her children, Jan (Dan) Higgins of Leawood, Rick (Cindy) Caldwell of Branson, MO, Kathy Walker of Hutchinson, John (Lucy) Caldwell of Queens, NY, and Nancy (Bob) Corkins of Lawrence; grandchildren, Kip Higgins, Corey Higgins, Ashley Lindeman, Emily Caldwell, Sarah Caldwell, Hannah Caldwell, Jennie Marsh, Ben Walker, Kristen Kunze, Nathan Walker, Jon Corkins, and Sam Corkins; and 11 great-grandchildren, with another one due in February.

Jo was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sisters, Ada Freeto and Roberta Howard.

Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life gathering will be scheduled at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, or Hutchinson Meals On Wheels Inc., in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

The family wishes to thank all the caregivers who assisted Jo in her final years and allowed her to remain in her home, which was always her greatest wish.

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 </figure>Josephine ‘Jo’ Anne Caldwell, 95, passed away Jan. 2, 2021, in Hutchinson. She was born Nov. 11, 1925, in Woodward, OK, to Robert E. and Nelle Rose (Woolf) Freeto.Jo was a 1944 graduate of Hutchinson High School and attended the University of Kansas. On November 18, 1945, she married G. Merl Caldwell, in Hutchinson. They shared over 66 years of marriage prior to his death on April 3, 2012.&nbsp;Jo worked as a receptionist at the Hutchinson Clinic for over 20 years. She was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, and a member of the United Methodist Women’s Circle. Jo enjoyed reading and listening to music, especially when her kids or grandkids were performing. She was always focused on her family and her home, and was known for her wonderful sense of humor and kind heart.She is survived by her children, Jan (Dan) Higgins of Leawood, Rick (Cindy) Caldwell of Branson, MO, Kathy Walker of Hutchinson, John (Lucy) Caldwell of Queens, NY, and Nancy (Bob) Corkins of Lawrence; grandchildren, Kip Higgins, Corey Higgins, Ashley Lindeman, Emily Caldwell, Sarah Caldwell, Hannah Caldwell, Jennie Marsh, Ben Walker, Kristen Kunze, Nathan Walker, Jon Corkins, and Sam Corkins; and 11 great-grandchildren, with another one due in February.Jo was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sisters, Ada Freeto and Roberta Howard.Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life gathering will be scheduled at a future date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to First United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, or Hutchinson Meals On Wheels Inc., in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.The family wishes to thank all the caregivers who assisted Jo in her final years and allowed her to remain in her home, which was always her greatest wish.

Josephine 'Jo' Caldwell | 1925 - 2021 |

Cheryl Jean Shelton, 65, died Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at her home. She was born April 19, 1955, in Topeka, KS to Walter A. and Janice May (Hudson) Shelton.

She was a graduate of Prairie View High School and attended Fort Scott Community College and Washburn University.

Cheryl had been a CMA, and receptionist at ComCare, Wichita. She had also been a waitress and various manufacturing work.

She is survived by mother, Janice Shelton of Paola; children, Walter, Julia Johnson and Amber Johnson, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Robert Shelton of La Cygne and Lloyd McDaniel of Longmont, CO; grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Cheryl was preceded in death by her father, and a sister, Kristiana.

Private interment will be in Prairie Home Cemetery, Topeka, KS at a later date.

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 </figure>Cheryl Jean Shelton, 65, died Saturday, Jan. 2, 2021, at her home. She was born April 19, 1955, in Topeka, KS to Walter A. and Janice May (Hudson) Shelton.She was a graduate of Prairie View High School and attended Fort Scott Community College and Washburn University.Cheryl had been a CMA, and receptionist at ComCare, Wichita. She had also been a waitress and various manufacturing work.She is survived by mother, Janice Shelton of Paola; children, Walter, Julia Johnson and Amber Johnson, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Robert Shelton of La Cygne and Lloyd McDaniel of Longmont, CO; grandchildren, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.Cheryl was preceded in death by her father, and a sister, Kristiana.Cremation has taken place.Private interment will be in Prairie Home Cemetery, Topeka, KS at a later date.

Cheryl Jean Shelton | 1955 - 2021 |

Kenneth P. Winkley, 86, formerly of Hutchinson, died January 1, 2021, at St. Luke’s South Hospital, Overland Park, from COVID-19 complications. He was born June 14, 1934, in Aulne, KS, to Leon Christopher and Laura Ella (Wait) Winkley.

Ken graduated from Marion High School in 1952. After serving in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957 at Fort Sheridan, IL, he moved to Hutchinson in 1958. For decades, he owned and operated Winkley’s Service Station, at 26th&nbsp;and Main with the help of his family, one of the few remaining full-service stations around. He was known by his customers for his outstanding customer service and took great pride in going above and beyond to take care of them., even surprising them by cleaning their driveways after it snowed. In addition, Ken owned many rental properties, and was a member of Park Place Christian Church.

Ken was a car guy at heart: souping up cars in his younger days, taking care of customers’ cars, and showing off his classic cars in parades, car shows and at the Kansas State Fair. He loved to quail hunt, entirely for the opportunity to be together with family and friends but would always be quick to tease that “he got that one” because his kids or grandkids “couldn’t hit the broad side of a barn door”. Ken was a longtime supporter of the Hutchinson Blue Dragons and volunteered for the NJCAA basketball tournament. Ken loved being around people, always taking time to chat at the station and ballgames, and he especially enjoyed having coffee with good friends at various Hutchinson establishments. Most of all, he loved his family and was a supportive father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Ken married Carol (Stalcup) Winkley in 1994 and is survived by children, Kenny Winkley (Connie) of Topeka, Kevin Winkley (Luci) of Olathe, Kimberly Nitz (Joel), Kristine Nuss (Kent), all of Overland Park; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John and Robert; and sisters, Ailene Dyche and Joan Wambsganss.

Private family graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 5, 2021, in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. David Dubovich officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary and sign his book from 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family is planning a Celebration of Life this summer.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Park Place Christian Church or the Alzheimer's Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Kenneth P. Winkley, 86, formerly of Hutchinson, died January 1, 2021, at St. Luke’s South Hospital, Overland Park, from COVID-19 complications. He was born June 14, 1934, in Aulne, KS, to Leon Christopher and Laura Ella (Wait) Winkley.Ken graduated from Marion High School in 1952. After serving in the United States Army from 1955 to 1957 at Fort Sheridan, IL, he moved to Hutchinson in 1958. For decades, he owned and operated Winkley’s Service Station, at 26th&nbsp;and Main with the help of his family, one of the few remaining full-service stations around. He was known by his customers for his outstanding customer service and took great pride in going above and beyond to take care of them., even surprising them by cleaning their driveways after it snowed. In addition, Ken owned many rental properties, and was a member of Park Place Christian Church.Ken was a car guy at heart: souping up cars in his younger days, taking care of customers’ cars, and showing off his classic cars in parades, car shows and at the Kansas State Fair. He loved to quail hunt, entirely for the opportunity to be together with family and friends but would always be quick to tease that “he got that one” because his kids or grandkids “couldn’t hit the broad side of a barn door”. Ken was a longtime supporter of the Hutchinson Blue Dragons and volunteered for the NJCAA basketball tournament. Ken loved being around people, always taking time to chat at the station and ballgames, and he especially enjoyed having coffee with good friends at various Hutchinson establishments. Most of all, he loved his family and was a supportive father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.Ken married Carol (Stalcup) Winkley in 1994 and is survived by children, Kenny Winkley (Connie) of Topeka, Kevin Winkley (Luci) of Olathe, Kimberly Nitz (Joel), Kristine Nuss (Kent), all of Overland Park; 11 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John and Robert; and sisters, Ailene Dyche and Joan Wambsganss.Private family graveside service will be held Tuesday, January 5, 2021, in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. David Dubovich officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary and sign his book from 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family is planning a Celebration of Life this summer.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Park Place Christian Church or the Alzheimer's Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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