Helen Opal Thornton, 100, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at Diversicare of Sedgwick in Sedgwick, KS.

Helen was born February 26, 1919 on a homestead in between Burrton, KS and Mt. Hope, KS, the daughter of David and Georgia (Nickle) Zehr. In 1938 she married Robert Thornton. They were together until his death in 1977. Helen graduated from Mt. Hope High School and worked in sales at Woolworths Department Store, Hutchinson and later at Bucks Department Store in Wichita. After Bucks closed, Helen continued working downtown for thirty-plus years and was a fixture at Innes then Macys and Dillards as the businesses changed hands. Helen was a kind and humble and though she never said it, she was the world’s best pie maker in her family’s opinion.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; and four brothers and two sisters; and 2 grandchildren.

 Helen is survived by her sons, Robert (Pru) Thornton Jr. of Elephant Butte, NM and Jack Thornton of Wichita, KS. The family would like to say Thank You to the staff and Diversicare of Sedgwick and Kindred Hospice of Wichita for all their wonderful care and compassion in her last years.

A graveside service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. There will not be a public visitation as cremation was chosen. Memorials may be given to Kindred Hospice of Wichita and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Helen Opal Thornton, 100, passed away Tuesday, December 31, 2019 at Diversicare of Sedgwick in Sedgwick, KS.Helen was born February 26, 1919 on a homestead in between Burrton, KS and Mt. Hope, KS, the daughter of David and Georgia (Nickle) Zehr. In 1938 she married Robert Thornton. They were together until his death in 1977. Helen graduated from Mt. Hope High School and worked in sales at Woolworths Department Store, Hutchinson and later at Bucks Department Store in Wichita. After Bucks closed, Helen continued working downtown for thirty-plus years and was a fixture at Innes then Macys and Dillards as the businesses changed hands. Helen was a kind and humble and though she never said it, she was the world’s best pie maker in her family’s opinion.She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert; and four brothers and two sisters; and 2 grandchildren. Helen is survived by her sons, Robert (Pru) Thornton Jr. of Elephant Butte, NM and Jack Thornton of Wichita, KS. The family would like to say Thank You to the staff and Diversicare of Sedgwick and Kindred Hospice of Wichita for all their wonderful care and compassion in her last years.A graveside service will be held at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. There will not be a public visitation as cremation was chosen. Memorials may be given to Kindred Hospice of Wichita and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave. Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Helen Opal Thornton | 1919 - 2019 |

Jax Lee Smith, of Hutchinson, died January 5, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born December 21, 2019, in Wichita, to John Andresen and Nicole Smith.

Jax is survived by: his parents, both of Hutchinson; grandparents, Mary and Allen Andresen, Haven; grandparents, Melinda Smith and Chris Gingrich, Hutchinson; great-grandmother, Mary Smith, Wichita; aunt, Brittney Smith, South Hutchinson; aunt, Alexis Smith, Hutchinson; aunt, &nbsp;Elexi Holmes, Mount Hope; uncles, Aiden Gingrich, Trey Hutson, and Joshua Ensley, all of Hutchinson; and uncle, Gerrad Ensley, Wichita.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Haven Baptist Church, 502 E. 4th St., Haven, KS, with Pastor Chris Powell officiating.

Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, is in charge of arrangements.

Jax Lee Smith, of Hutchinson, died January 5, 2020, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born December 21, 2019, in Wichita, to John Andresen and Nicole Smith.Jax is survived by: his parents, both of Hutchinson; grandparents, Mary and Allen Andresen, Haven; grandparents, Melinda Smith and Chris Gingrich, Hutchinson; great-grandmother, Mary Smith, Wichita; aunt, Brittney Smith, South Hutchinson; aunt, Alexis Smith, Hutchinson; aunt, &nbsp;Elexi Holmes, Mount Hope; uncles, Aiden Gingrich, Trey Hutson, and Joshua Ensley, all of Hutchinson; and uncle, Gerrad Ensley, Wichita.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Haven Baptist Church, 502 E. 4th St., Haven, KS, with Pastor Chris Powell officiating.Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, is in charge of arrangements.

Jax Lee Smith | 2019 - 2020 |

Roxie Lyn Hamby, 62, died January 5, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born November 28, 1957, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Raymond and Rosy (Goff) Seeger.

Roxie was a homemaker who enjoyed shopping at garage sales and watching old TV shows.&nbsp; She also loved to cook. But most of all, Roxie loved caring for her husband, Scott. She was of the Christian faith.

On December 20, 1975, Roxie married Scott W. Hamby in Hutchinson. They shared 44 years of marriage. He survives.

Also surviving are siblings: Victoria Seeger, Rayma Seeger, Lewis Seeger, Roger Seeger, all of Hutchinson, Darrin Seeger of Lakin; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Frankie Ray Goff.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, with family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Roxie Lyn Hamby, 62, died January 5, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born November 28, 1957, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Raymond and Rosy (Goff) Seeger.Roxie was a homemaker who enjoyed shopping at garage sales and watching old TV shows.&nbsp; She also loved to cook. But most of all, Roxie loved caring for her husband, Scott. She was of the Christian faith.On December 20, 1975, Roxie married Scott W. Hamby in Hutchinson. They shared 44 years of marriage. He survives.Also surviving are siblings: Victoria Seeger, Rayma Seeger, Lewis Seeger, Roger Seeger, all of Hutchinson, Darrin Seeger of Lakin; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Frankie Ray Goff.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Elliott Chapel. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, with family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Roxie Lyn Hamby | 1957 - 2020 |

Donald Wayne Clune, 58, died January 4, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born December 11, 1961, in Hutchinson, to Francis Edward and Hattie (Jarrett) Clune.

Donald was a resident of TECH since August 2018.&nbsp;

He is survived by:&nbsp; his parents, Francis and Hattie Clune of Hutchinson; sister, Tammy Pohl and husband Gary of Hutchinson; brother, Roger Clune of Towanda; and numerous nephews.&nbsp;

Private graveside service will be at Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to TECH, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Donald Wayne Clune, 58, died January 4, 2020, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born December 11, 1961, in Hutchinson, to Francis Edward and Hattie (Jarrett) Clune.Donald was a resident of TECH since August 2018.&nbsp;He is survived by:&nbsp; his parents, Francis and Hattie Clune of Hutchinson; sister, Tammy Pohl and husband Gary of Hutchinson; brother, Roger Clune of Towanda; and numerous nephews.&nbsp;Private graveside service will be at Eastside Cemetery, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to TECH, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Donald W. Clune | 1961 - 2020 |

Janet Fay Ritcha, 82, of Hutchinson, passed away January 4, 2020, at her home. She was born April 11, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Wilbur and Cecyle (Bennet) McGonigle.

Janet was a 1955 graduate of Reno County Community High School and attended Hutchinson Community College for one year. She was a homemaker, school bus driver, and school secretary. Janet was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Daughters of Union Veterans. She was the ultimate caretaker of information, including family genealogy, Rice County history, and Reno County Community High School, Nickerson. Janet was also known for the thousands of hours of video that she had taken. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

On September 14, 1956, she married Billy Gene Ritcha in Nickerson. They shared over 63 years of marriage.

Janet is survived by: husband, Bill Ritcha of the home; children, Tamise (Kerry) Schwan of Salina, and Tod (Cindy) Ritcha of Hutchinson; grandsons, Jeffrey (Shala) Ritcha, Brandon (Madison) Ritcha, and Matthew (Becky) Schwan; granddaughters, Rene (Aaron) Duell, andMichelle (Jason) Hadley; great-grandchildren, Brooklynn, Manhattan, Waylon, Dayton, Malia, Gunner, Aiden, Reagan, Alister, Holly, and Lydia;and sister, Janice Kay Norquist, Grand Junction, CO.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Beth Boeka.

Janet’s earthly life will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, with The Reverend Aaron Duell officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Janet Fay Ritcha, 82, of Hutchinson, passed away January 4, 2020, at her home. She was born April 11, 1937, in Hutchinson, to Wilbur and Cecyle (Bennet) McGonigle.Janet was a 1955 graduate of Reno County Community High School and attended Hutchinson Community College for one year. She was a homemaker, school bus driver, and school secretary. Janet was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson, Daughters of the American Revolution, and Daughters of Union Veterans. She was the ultimate caretaker of information, including family genealogy, Rice County history, and Reno County Community High School, Nickerson. Janet was also known for the thousands of hours of video that she had taken. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.On September 14, 1956, she married Billy Gene Ritcha in Nickerson. They shared over 63 years of marriage.Janet is survived by: husband, Bill Ritcha of the home; children, Tamise (Kerry) Schwan of Salina, and Tod (Cindy) Ritcha of Hutchinson; grandsons, Jeffrey (Shala) Ritcha, Brandon (Madison) Ritcha, and Matthew (Becky) Schwan; granddaughters, Rene (Aaron) Duell, andMichelle (Jason) Hadley; great-grandchildren, Brooklynn, Manhattan, Waylon, Dayton, Malia, Gunner, Aiden, Reagan, Alister, Holly, and Lydia;and sister, Janice Kay Norquist, Grand Junction, CO.She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Beth Boeka.Janet’s earthly life will be celebrated at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, with The Reverend Aaron Duell officiating. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Janet Fay Ritcha | 1937 - 2020 |

Helen (Loewen) Neufeld, 75, of Inman, died Saturday morning, January 4, 2020 in Wichita’s Woodlawn Wesley Hospital due to congestive heart issues and kidney failure.

She was born on May 25, 1944 near Hague, Saskatchewan Canada, to George and Helena (Peters) Loewen. Early days for Helen involved helping the family on the farm, and attending a local rural grade school entitled “Venice” near Hague. Often in those days, traveling to school meant being pulled by a horse drawn wagon during warmer weather and bundling up in a horse drawn sleigh on bitter winter days. Her family for several years moved to Alberta during summer months to work in the sugar beet fields to supplement family income. Later, as a young woman, Helen worked as a caregiver mentoring a sister’s children who was having major health issues. She also worked as a seamstress for a coat manufacturing company in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. During the sixties, Helen began working as a nurses’ aide in a nursing home at the Saskatchewan Mennonite Youth Farm in Rosthern, Saskatchewan. During this time she met and married Arnie J. Neufeld at the Hague, Sask. Mennonite Church on December 15, 1967, who was serving a two year voluntary service term during the Vietnam Conflict.

After moving to Kansas, the newly wedded couple, located in the Inman area, where three children were ultimately born, two sons and a daughter.

These three and seven grandchildren are among Helen’s survivors. They include son: Darcy and daughter-in-law Peggy (Schlickaue, Hutchinson, and their four children Payton, Haydnn, Landon and Ashlyn; daughter, Tammy Neufeld, Thayne WY; and son Cory and daughter-n-law Michelle (Riley) and their three children Avery, Harper and Dakota, Inman. Other of Helen’s family who are survivors include Mary Loewen, sister-in-law; Maria Wall, sister; Jake Zacherias, stepbrother; sister-in-law Eva Zacherias, all of Saskatoon; Pete and Ann Loewen, brother and sister-in-law, British Columbia, Canada; Sylvia Loewen, sister-in-law, Calgory Alberta, Canada

Those who preceded her in death include: parents; Logan Neufeld, grandson; Tena Stefan, sister; Cornelius Loewen, brother; George Loewen, brother; Frank Zacheria, stepbrother; and Bill Loewen, brother.

Helen was a very warming, loving grandma to all of her children and grandchildren, she would do anything for them. She was a very caring person. This was clearly displayed and emphasized as she worked for over 43 years as a nurses’ aide and medication aide while employed at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Inman, while working only at night during that entire span.&nbsp; She was a woman of many talents and interests. She was a great baker and could create almost any cuisine from scratch. She loved the natural world, taking many hikes with Arnie and the kids and taking rides to observe all kinds of birds and animal wildlife. She loved growing flowers, raising, producing and selling vegetables off of our one acre garden that she and Arnie toiled for nearly 30 years. She volunteered for numerous organizations including church, McPherson County Council on Aging, various senior centers in McPherson County, The McPherson Farmer’s Market, McPherson Kiwanis Club, the Mennonite Relief Sale and the MCC Meat Canner. The central Kansas area has now lost a beautiful human being and will be missed by anyone who knew her.

A viewing and visitation for Helen will be held at Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, on Thursday evening, January 9, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A celebration of Helen’s life will be held on January 10, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at First Mennonite Church, 52 Rambler Road, Hutchinson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the First Mennonite Church.

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 </figure>Helen (Loewen) Neufeld, 75, of Inman, died Saturday morning, January 4, 2020 in Wichita’s Woodlawn Wesley Hospital due to congestive heart issues and kidney failure.She was born on May 25, 1944 near Hague, Saskatchewan Canada, to George and Helena (Peters) Loewen. Early days for Helen involved helping the family on the farm, and attending a local rural grade school entitled “Venice” near Hague. Often in those days, traveling to school meant being pulled by a horse drawn wagon during warmer weather and bundling up in a horse drawn sleigh on bitter winter days. Her family for several years moved to Alberta during summer months to work in the sugar beet fields to supplement family income. Later, as a young woman, Helen worked as a caregiver mentoring a sister’s children who was having major health issues. She also worked as a seamstress for a coat manufacturing company in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. During the sixties, Helen began working as a nurses’ aide in a nursing home at the Saskatchewan Mennonite Youth Farm in Rosthern, Saskatchewan. During this time she met and married Arnie J. Neufeld at the Hague, Sask. Mennonite Church on December 15, 1967, who was serving a two year voluntary service term during the Vietnam Conflict.After moving to Kansas, the newly wedded couple, located in the Inman area, where three children were ultimately born, two sons and a daughter.These three and seven grandchildren are among Helen’s survivors. They include son: Darcy and daughter-in-law Peggy (Schlickaue, Hutchinson, and their four children Payton, Haydnn, Landon and Ashlyn; daughter, Tammy Neufeld, Thayne WY; and son Cory and daughter-n-law Michelle (Riley) and their three children Avery, Harper and Dakota, Inman. Other of Helen’s family who are survivors include Mary Loewen, sister-in-law; Maria Wall, sister; Jake Zacherias, stepbrother; sister-in-law Eva Zacherias, all of Saskatoon; Pete and Ann Loewen, brother and sister-in-law, British Columbia, Canada; Sylvia Loewen, sister-in-law, Calgory Alberta, CanadaThose who preceded her in death include: parents; Logan Neufeld, grandson; Tena Stefan, sister; Cornelius Loewen, brother; George Loewen, brother; Frank Zacheria, stepbrother; and Bill Loewen, brother.Helen was a very warming, loving grandma to all of her children and grandchildren, she would do anything for them. She was a very caring person. This was clearly displayed and emphasized as she worked for over 43 years as a nurses’ aide and medication aide while employed at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Inman, while working only at night during that entire span.&nbsp; She was a woman of many talents and interests. She was a great baker and could create almost any cuisine from scratch. She loved the natural world, taking many hikes with Arnie and the kids and taking rides to observe all kinds of birds and animal wildlife. She loved growing flowers, raising, producing and selling vegetables off of our one acre garden that she and Arnie toiled for nearly 30 years. She volunteered for numerous organizations including church, McPherson County Council on Aging, various senior centers in McPherson County, The McPherson Farmer’s Market, McPherson Kiwanis Club, the Mennonite Relief Sale and the MCC Meat Canner. The central Kansas area has now lost a beautiful human being and will be missed by anyone who knew her.A viewing and visitation for Helen will be held at Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main St, Hutchinson, on Thursday evening, January 9, 2020, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. A celebration of Helen’s life will be held on January 10, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at First Mennonite Church, 52 Rambler Road, Hutchinson.In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the First Mennonite Church.

Helen Neufeld | 1944 - 2020 |

Wilma Jean Miller, 84, of Hutchinson, died January 5, 2020, at Legends Senior Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 6, 1935, in Hoisington, to Fredrick and Emelia (Bitter) Deutsch.

Wilma worked as an investment secretary in the Hutchinson and Great Bend area.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, doing arts and crafts, and volunteered in various church group activities

On June 14, 1953, Wilma married Kenneth L. Miller in Hoisington.&nbsp; They shared over 41 years of marriage prior to his death on November 26, 1994.

She is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Rita (Duane) Ochs of Park City, and Karen Malone of Greenville, SC;

sons, Keith (Heidie) Miller of Greenville, SC, and Darryl (Sherri) Miller of Hutchinson; 8 grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and brother, Junior Deutsch of Hoisington.

Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, eight brothers and three sisters.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th, Hutchinson, with Pastors Quentin Nuttmann and Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be 1 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at the Hoisington Cemetery, Hoisington.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Wilma Jean Miller, 84, of Hutchinson, died January 5, 2020, at Legends Senior Living, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 6, 1935, in Hoisington, to Fredrick and Emelia (Bitter) Deutsch.Wilma worked as an investment secretary in the Hutchinson and Great Bend area.&nbsp; She enjoyed cooking, doing arts and crafts, and volunteered in various church group activitiesOn June 14, 1953, Wilma married Kenneth L. Miller in Hoisington.&nbsp; They shared over 41 years of marriage prior to his death on November 26, 1994.She is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Rita (Duane) Ochs of Park City, and Karen Malone of Greenville, SC;sons, Keith (Heidie) Miller of Greenville, SC, and Darryl (Sherri) Miller of Hutchinson; 8 grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and brother, Junior Deutsch of Hoisington.Wilma was preceded in death by her parents, eight brothers and three sisters.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 E. 12th, Hutchinson, with Pastors Quentin Nuttmann and Henry Blickhahn officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be 1 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at the Hoisington Cemetery, Hoisington.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. with the family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church or the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Wilma Jean Miller | 1935 - 2020 |

Michael Douglas Enfield, 54, of Haven, died January 4, 2020, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita. He was born February 12, 1965, in Hutchinson, the son of Charlie F. and Letha B. (Douglas) Enfield Jr.&nbsp; Mike graduated from Nickerson High School in 1984 and worked as a maintenance mechanic at Johns Manville in McPherson. He served in the United States Army and Kansas Army National Guard from 1987 to 1995.

Mike was known as “the fun uncle” and loved to help people. He was very intelligent, creative, and could solve just about any problem. Mike was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Hutchinson.

On October 24, 1987, he married Lori L. Pierce in Mattaponi, Virginia.&nbsp; She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Joshua Enfield (Elizabeth Chasteen, Manhattan, Chelsea Ringler (Joshua, Hutchinson, Brittany Enfield, Haven, Amanda Enfield, Washington, PA, Alyssa Enfield, Haven, Casey Enfield, Haven; grandchildren, Coraline and Philip Ringler; siblings, Charlie Enfield III (Sondra, Hutchinson, Kaye Richmond, Hutchinson, Kimberly Enfield (Carnes, Longmont, CO; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Mike was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 518 E. 43rd&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the church.

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

Michael Douglas Enfield, 54, of Haven, died January 4, 2020, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita. He was born February 12, 1965, in Hutchinson, the son of Charlie F. and Letha B. (Douglas) Enfield Jr.&nbsp; Mike graduated from Nickerson High School in 1984 and worked as a maintenance mechanic at Johns Manville in McPherson. He served in the United States Army and Kansas Army National Guard from 1987 to 1995.Mike was known as “the fun uncle” and loved to help people. He was very intelligent, creative, and could solve just about any problem. Mike was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Hutchinson.On October 24, 1987, he married Lori L. Pierce in Mattaponi, Virginia.&nbsp; She survives.Also surviving are: children, Joshua Enfield (Elizabeth Chasteen, Manhattan, Chelsea Ringler (Joshua, Hutchinson, Brittany Enfield, Haven, Amanda Enfield, Washington, PA, Alyssa Enfield, Haven, Casey Enfield, Haven; grandchildren, Coraline and Philip Ringler; siblings, Charlie Enfield III (Sondra, Hutchinson, Kaye Richmond, Hutchinson, Kimberly Enfield (Carnes, Longmont, CO; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.Mike was preceded in death by his parents.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 518 E. 43rd&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday thru Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the church.Memorials are suggested to the donor’s choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Michael Douglas Enfield | 1965 - 2020 |

David Glenn Hoskinson, beloved father and grandfather, 72, died January 3, 2020, at his home. He was born December 22, 1947, in Ville Platte, LA, the son of Donald W. and Estelle G. (Fontenot) Hoskinson.

Dave graduated from Burrton High School in 1965 and attended Hutchinson Community College. He served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1974 and was assigned to the Titan II Missile program.

In addition to farming, Dave was co-owner of Mt. Hope Sand Company, working there from 1974-2018. He loved animals of all kinds and enjoyed bowling, flying, fishing, playing pool and cards. But most of all, he enjoyed being with his grandchildren.

Dave served on the school board of Haven USD 312. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, from 1974-2020, where he was an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion.

On February 7, 1970, Dave married Vivianne R. Swanson at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. They shared nearly 50 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Sean Hoskinson (Elizabeth, Wichita, Christi Weber (Steve, Colwich, Sarah Hoskinson (Phillip Lupton, Lawrence, Brian Hoskinson, Lawrence; grandchildren, Braeden, Hannah, and Juliana Hoskinson; siblings, Dan Hoskinson (Barbara, Burrton, Tom Hoskinson (Kim, Burrton, Judy Deist (Eric, Burrton, Donna Towell (Jeff, Haven, Cynthia Gutschenritter (John, North Platte, NE; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents and niece/goddaughter, Catherine Hoskinson.

Parish Rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St., South Hutchinson. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020, also at the church, with Fr. Charles Seiwert officiating. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. in the Burrton Cemetery, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends following the Rosary at the church.

Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>David Glenn Hoskinson, beloved father and grandfather, 72, died January 3, 2020, at his home. He was born December 22, 1947, in Ville Platte, LA, the son of Donald W. and Estelle G. (Fontenot) Hoskinson.Dave graduated from Burrton High School in 1965 and attended Hutchinson Community College. He served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1974 and was assigned to the Titan II Missile program.In addition to farming, Dave was co-owner of Mt. Hope Sand Company, working there from 1974-2018. He loved animals of all kinds and enjoyed bowling, flying, fishing, playing pool and cards. But most of all, he enjoyed being with his grandchildren.Dave served on the school board of Haven USD 312. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, from 1974-2020, where he was an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion.On February 7, 1970, Dave married Vivianne R. Swanson at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. They shared nearly 50 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Sean Hoskinson (Elizabeth, Wichita, Christi Weber (Steve, Colwich, Sarah Hoskinson (Phillip Lupton, Lawrence, Brian Hoskinson, Lawrence; grandchildren, Braeden, Hannah, and Juliana Hoskinson; siblings, Dan Hoskinson (Barbara, Burrton, Tom Hoskinson (Kim, Burrton, Judy Deist (Eric, Burrton, Donna Towell (Jeff, Haven, Cynthia Gutschenritter (John, North Platte, NE; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.He was preceded in death by his parents and niece/goddaughter, Catherine Hoskinson.Parish Rosary will be 7 p.m. Thursday, January 9, 2020, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple St., South Hutchinson. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, January 10, 2020, also at the church, with Fr. Charles Seiwert officiating. Interment will follow at 2 p.m. in the Burrton Cemetery, with military honors conducted by McConnell Air Force Base Honor Guard. Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends following the Rosary at the church.Memorials are suggested to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

David Glenn Hoskinson | 1947 - 2020 |

Ronald Vernon ‘Ron’ Wilson, 73, of Hutchinson, died January 1, 2020, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born August 22, 1946, in Hutchinson, to Vernon Wilson and Margaret (Chandler) Graham.

Ron graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1964 and shortly after, enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was a union brick layer for over 50 years and worked in Colorado and Kansas City. Ron was a member of the Brick Layers Union BAC Local 15, Moose Lodge #982, and American Legion Lysle Rishel Post 68.

On September 5, 1992, he married Linda Henry in Las Vegas. They shared 27 years of marriage together.

Ron is survived by: wife, Linda Wilson, Hutchinson; sons, Derek Wilson (Christine, Severance, CO, and Ryan Wilson, Lakewood, CO; grandchildren, Bryce, Anna, and Katie; stepdaughter, Lisa Saylor (Scott, Hutchinson;&nbsp; stepson, Jeff Arnett (Ginger, Hutchinson; five step-grandchildren; 15 step-great-grandchildren; half sister, Kathi Niemeir (Frank, Woodstock, GA; half brother, Rod Wilson, Wichita; and sister-in-law, Jan Wilson Harlow (John, Hutchinson.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Rick Wilson; and half sister, Regina.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, January 6, through Friday, January 17.

Memorials are suggested to Kindred Hospice, Hospice and Homecare of Reno County, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Ronald Vernon ‘Ron’ Wilson, 73, of Hutchinson, died January 1, 2020, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. He was born August 22, 1946, in Hutchinson, to Vernon Wilson and Margaret (Chandler) Graham.Ron graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1964 and shortly after, enlisted in the U.S. Army. He was a union brick layer for over 50 years and worked in Colorado and Kansas City. Ron was a member of the Brick Layers Union BAC Local 15, Moose Lodge #982, and American Legion Lysle Rishel Post 68.On September 5, 1992, he married Linda Henry in Las Vegas. They shared 27 years of marriage together.Ron is survived by: wife, Linda Wilson, Hutchinson; sons, Derek Wilson (Christine, Severance, CO, and Ryan Wilson, Lakewood, CO; grandchildren, Bryce, Anna, and Katie; stepdaughter, Lisa Saylor (Scott, Hutchinson;&nbsp; stepson, Jeff Arnett (Ginger, Hutchinson; five step-grandchildren; 15 step-great-grandchildren; half sister, Kathi Niemeir (Frank, Woodstock, GA; half brother, Rod Wilson, Wichita; and sister-in-law, Jan Wilson Harlow (John, Hutchinson.He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Rick Wilson; and half sister, Regina.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, with Pastor Gary Getting officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, January 6, through Friday, January 17.Memorials are suggested to Kindred Hospice, Hospice and Homecare of Reno County, or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Ronald Vernon Wilson | 1946 - 2020 |

Kathryn ‘Kay’ (Braden) Parker Perry, 84, died December 31, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.&nbsp; She was born December 28, 1935, in Wichita, to John W. Braden, Sr. and Jessie Mae (Moore) Braden.

&nbsp;Kay graduated from Hutchinson High School and the University of Kansas. She married John Parker, and after college, they moved back to Hutchinson, where they raised five children, (Todd, Elizabeth, Sarah, Kathryn, and Laura).&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay developed her dad’s work ethic. In the 1960’s, she bought 10 Hereford cows, and through the years, grew her herd into a good-sized cattle operation.&nbsp;She tossed tens of thousands of hay bales to her cattle, put up miles of electric fence, and chopped blocks of ice in the winters.&nbsp; Kay’s children have vivid memories of being taken to school in her dented pickup truck, piled high with hay bales and three or four dogs on top.&nbsp;

Through her actions, Kay taught her children the value of a strong work ethic, independence, humility, and kindness. She was always helping others and those who knew her best could echo her selfless and giving spirit.&nbsp;

Kay was raised and lived in Hutchinson most of her life; she loved the town and all of the friends she made. In 1985, she married James Perry and together, they built a home on west 56th as a home base for their combined seven children and all of their pets. Kay loved her animals- horses, Shetland ponies, burros, Herefords, Brown Swiss, and Brahman cattle, dogs, barn cats, a deer named Vern, a turkey, rooster, and Guineas. Her grandchildren have warm memories about the summers they spent growing up at ‘Abob’s’ &nbsp;house, spoiled with her good cooking and never ending adventures on her land.&nbsp;

Kay was an accomplished golfer.&nbsp; Between 1966 and 1996, she won the Prairie Dunes Country Club Golf Championship 11 times, and the City of Hutchinson Golf Championship numerous times.&nbsp; Those who played golf with Kay would say she had the prettiest swing in town. Always active, Kay received a black belt in karate near the age of 60.&nbsp; Her daily passion, though, was walking her dogs, well into her 80’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay was a longtime member of Grace Episcopal Church, regularly serving on the church’s Altar Guild.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kay is survived by:&nbsp;&nbsp; her five children, Todd Parker, Elizabeth Bundy, Sarah Shipley, Kathryn Miller, and Laura Rome; two stepchildren, Diane Hurst and Rhonda Meyer;&nbsp; 15 grandchildren and step-grandchildren, Chase Parker, Chloe Parker, Melinda Graves, Samantha Graves, Madison Perry, Morgan Simental, Addison Miller, Grant Miller, Jersey Rome, Olivia Rome, Emma Rome, Kayla Katz, Kyle Dudley, Mitch Meyer, and Payton Perry; six great- grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lilian Braden; and nieces, Lisa Braden, Laura Franklin, Kakie Palmer; and nephew, John Charles Braden.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; brother, John W. ‘Jack’ Braden, Jr.; husband, James T. Perry; and her children’s father, John E. Parker, Jr.

A come and go celebration of Kay’s life will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Richman Arboretum, 2801 Dillon Avenue, Hutchinson, with the Right Reverend Michael P. Milliken, 5th&nbsp;Bishop of Western Kansas (Ret.) speaking at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Private family inurnment will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

To join the family for Kay’s celebration at the Richman Arboretum, turn at 30th&nbsp;Avenue and Halstead Street and go north to Dillon Avenue.&nbsp; At Dillon Avenue, turn east, and drive through the gate to the red barn on the right.&nbsp; Please wear casual and warm clothing.&nbsp; Food and refreshments will be served.

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 </figure>Kathryn ‘Kay’ (Braden) Parker Perry, 84, died December 31, 2019, surrounded by her loving family.&nbsp; She was born December 28, 1935, in Wichita, to John W. Braden, Sr. and Jessie Mae (Moore) Braden.&nbsp;Kay graduated from Hutchinson High School and the University of Kansas. She married John Parker, and after college, they moved back to Hutchinson, where they raised five children, (Todd, Elizabeth, Sarah, Kathryn, and Laura).&nbsp;&nbsp;Kay developed her dad’s work ethic. In the 1960’s, she bought 10 Hereford cows, and through the years, grew her herd into a good-sized cattle operation.&nbsp;She tossed tens of thousands of hay bales to her cattle, put up miles of electric fence, and chopped blocks of ice in the winters.&nbsp; Kay’s children have vivid memories of being taken to school in her dented pickup truck, piled high with hay bales and three or four dogs on top.&nbsp;Through her actions, Kay taught her children the value of a strong work ethic, independence, humility, and kindness. She was always helping others and those who knew her best could echo her selfless and giving spirit.&nbsp;Kay was raised and lived in Hutchinson most of her life; she loved the town and all of the friends she made. In 1985, she married James Perry and together, they built a home on west 56th as a home base for their combined seven children and all of their pets. Kay loved her animals- horses, Shetland ponies, burros, Herefords, Brown Swiss, and Brahman cattle, dogs, barn cats, a deer named Vern, a turkey, rooster, and Guineas. Her grandchildren have warm memories about the summers they spent growing up at ‘Abob’s’ &nbsp;house, spoiled with her good cooking and never ending adventures on her land.&nbsp;Kay was an accomplished golfer.&nbsp; Between 1966 and 1996, she won the Prairie Dunes Country Club Golf Championship 11 times, and the City of Hutchinson Golf Championship numerous times.&nbsp; Those who played golf with Kay would say she had the prettiest swing in town. Always active, Kay received a black belt in karate near the age of 60.&nbsp; Her daily passion, though, was walking her dogs, well into her 80’s.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kay was a longtime member of Grace Episcopal Church, regularly serving on the church’s Altar Guild.&nbsp;&nbsp;Kay is survived by:&nbsp;&nbsp; her five children, Todd Parker, Elizabeth Bundy, Sarah Shipley, Kathryn Miller, and Laura Rome; two stepchildren, Diane Hurst and Rhonda Meyer;&nbsp; 15 grandchildren and step-grandchildren, Chase Parker, Chloe Parker, Melinda Graves, Samantha Graves, Madison Perry, Morgan Simental, Addison Miller, Grant Miller, Jersey Rome, Olivia Rome, Emma Rome, Kayla Katz, Kyle Dudley, Mitch Meyer, and Payton Perry; six great- grandchildren; sister-in-law, Lilian Braden; and nieces, Lisa Braden, Laura Franklin, Kakie Palmer; and nephew, John Charles Braden.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; brother, John W. ‘Jack’ Braden, Jr.; husband, James T. Perry; and her children’s father, John E. Parker, Jr.A come and go celebration of Kay’s life will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Saturday, January 11, 2020, at Richman Arboretum, 2801 Dillon Avenue, Hutchinson, with the Right Reverend Michael P. Milliken, 5th&nbsp;Bishop of Western Kansas (Ret.) speaking at 2:00 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Private family inurnment will take place in Memorial Park Cemetery. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hutchinson Animal Shelter, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.To join the family for Kay’s celebration at the Richman Arboretum, turn at 30th&nbsp;Avenue and Halstead Street and go north to Dillon Avenue.&nbsp; At Dillon Avenue, turn east, and drive through the gate to the red barn on the right.&nbsp; Please wear casual and warm clothing.&nbsp; Food and refreshments will be served.

Kathryn "Kay" Braden Perry | 1935 - 2019 |

Berneta Lynn Jung, 69, died December 24, 2019, at her home in Inman.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1950, in St. John, to Floyd Pershing and Laurel (Martin) Jung.&nbsp;

Berneta graduated from Lyons High School with the Class of 1968, and was a contestant in the Miss Rice County Pageant in 1968.&nbsp; She was an accomplished pianist, and taught countless youth piano lessons.&nbsp; Berneta retired as a United States Postal Carrier for Inman.&nbsp; She was a longtime Inman area resident, and attended Union Valley Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Berneta is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Lacy Stucky and husband Jeremy of Forsyth, MO; grandchildren, Bethany and Cody Stucky of Forsyth, MO; brother, Stephen Jung and wife Becky of Nampa, ID; sister, Paula Reazin of Denver, CO; and brother-in-law, Glenn Colberg of Lyons.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; children, Clinton Swafford and Lindsey Swafford; and sister, Sharon Colberg.

Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2020, at Union Valley Bible Church, 1916 E. 30th, Hutchinson, with Pastor Steve Hodgson officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Union Valley Bible Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Berneta Lynn Jung, 69, died December 24, 2019, at her home in Inman.&nbsp; She was born November 21, 1950, in St. John, to Floyd Pershing and Laurel (Martin) Jung.&nbsp;Berneta graduated from Lyons High School with the Class of 1968, and was a contestant in the Miss Rice County Pageant in 1968.&nbsp; She was an accomplished pianist, and taught countless youth piano lessons.&nbsp; Berneta retired as a United States Postal Carrier for Inman.&nbsp; She was a longtime Inman area resident, and attended Union Valley Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;Berneta is survived by:&nbsp; daughter, Lacy Stucky and husband Jeremy of Forsyth, MO; grandchildren, Bethany and Cody Stucky of Forsyth, MO; brother, Stephen Jung and wife Becky of Nampa, ID; sister, Paula Reazin of Denver, CO; and brother-in-law, Glenn Colberg of Lyons.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; children, Clinton Swafford and Lindsey Swafford; and sister, Sharon Colberg.Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, January 3, 2020, at Union Valley Bible Church, 1916 E. 30th, Hutchinson, with Pastor Steve Hodgson officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in North Inman Cemetery.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Union Valley Bible Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Berneta L. Jung | 1950 - 2019 |

Alma Jean Duncan, 89, passed away on December 27, 2019, at Presbyterian Manor, Wichita, KS. She was born February 26, 1930, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, the daughter of George and Alma Olive (Anderson) Herald.

Alma graduated from Grant High School and attended Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR. On August 28, 1951 she married Robert C. Duncan in Portland, OR. Alma was a Special Education Para Professional for USD 501 and USD 265. She was a member of PEO, Music Club of Wichita, Wichita Grand Opera, and Wichita Symphony Choir. She was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church USA.

Alma was preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her husband Robert; daughters, Margaret D. (James) Carte, Catherine A. (Edward) Sandate and Janis D. (Steven) Smith and six grandchildren, Allison Sandate (John) Emerson, DeVeaux Carte, Thomas Sandate, Gregory Sandate, Ian Smith and Nigel Smith.

A Celebration of Life will be held on January 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., Presbyterian Manor Chapel, 4700 E. 13th St. N, Wichita, KS. Memorials may be given to Heart and Soul Hospice of Wichita and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

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 </figure>Alma Jean Duncan, 89, passed away on December 27, 2019, at Presbyterian Manor, Wichita, KS. She was born February 26, 1930, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, the daughter of George and Alma Olive (Anderson) Herald.Alma graduated from Grant High School and attended Lewis and Clark College in Portland, OR. On August 28, 1951 she married Robert C. Duncan in Portland, OR. Alma was a Special Education Para Professional for USD 501 and USD 265. She was a member of PEO, Music Club of Wichita, Wichita Grand Opera, and Wichita Symphony Choir. She was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church USA.Alma was preceded in death by her parents.Survivors include her husband Robert; daughters, Margaret D. (James) Carte, Catherine A. (Edward) Sandate and Janis D. (Steven) Smith and six grandchildren, Allison Sandate (John) Emerson, DeVeaux Carte, Thomas Sandate, Gregory Sandate, Ian Smith and Nigel Smith.A Celebration of Life will be held on January 3, 2020 at 10:00 a.m., Presbyterian Manor Chapel, 4700 E. 13th St. N, Wichita, KS. Memorials may be given to Heart and Soul Hospice of Wichita and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502.

Alma Jean Duncan | 1930 - 2019 |

John Nitzsche, 59, of Hutchinson, died December 26, 2019, at his home. He was born May 8, 1960, in Pratt, to Denny and Sharon (Amerine) Nitzsche.

John graduated from Fairfield High School in 1978. He was a production technician at Jackson Dairy.

John was a devoted father and grandfather and loved to spend time with his family. He had a very special relationship with his grandsons, with Aiden being his “partner in crime”. John was a lifelong athlete. He played basketball, football, and baseball in high school and softball throughout his adult life. John never knew an enemy. He could make friends with anyone and always had a smile.

John is survived by: daughter, Chelsea Penner (Ryan, and grandsons, Aiden and Caleb Penner, all of Hutchinson; grandson, Levi Tatro, Attica; sister, Diana Skomal (Tim, Langdon; aunt, Vicki Wells, Dodge City; uncle, Bill Amerine, Kingman; niece, Meghan Smith (Quanah, Oklahoma; niece, Morgan Cook (Trey, Iowa; and&nbsp; nephew, Tyler Skomal, Tennessee.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter, Ashley Nitzsche.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 4, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating . Burial will follow in Lerado Cemetery, Langdon. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Visitation with family present will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the mortuary. The family asks that everyone dress comfortably for the service, as that is what John would want.

Memorials are suggested to the John Nitzsche Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>John Nitzsche, 59, of Hutchinson, died December 26, 2019, at his home. He was born May 8, 1960, in Pratt, to Denny and Sharon (Amerine) Nitzsche.John graduated from Fairfield High School in 1978. He was a production technician at Jackson Dairy.John was a devoted father and grandfather and loved to spend time with his family. He had a very special relationship with his grandsons, with Aiden being his “partner in crime”. John was a lifelong athlete. He played basketball, football, and baseball in high school and softball throughout his adult life. John never knew an enemy. He could make friends with anyone and always had a smile.John is survived by: daughter, Chelsea Penner (Ryan, and grandsons, Aiden and Caleb Penner, all of Hutchinson; grandson, Levi Tatro, Attica; sister, Diana Skomal (Tim, Langdon; aunt, Vicki Wells, Dodge City; uncle, Bill Amerine, Kingman; niece, Meghan Smith (Quanah, Oklahoma; niece, Morgan Cook (Trey, Iowa; and&nbsp; nephew, Tyler Skomal, Tennessee.He was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter, Ashley Nitzsche.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, January 4, 2020, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating . Burial will follow in Lerado Cemetery, Langdon. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Visitation with family present will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday at the mortuary. The family asks that everyone dress comfortably for the service, as that is what John would want.Memorials are suggested to the John Nitzsche Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

John Nitzsche | 1960 - 2019 |

Betty Jane Shelton, 65, died Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born June 2, 1954, in Kingman, KS, to Alois Joseph and Emma Beatrice (Kathman) Adelhardt.

She was a 1972 graduate of Zenda High School and graduated from dental school two years later. Betty had been a dental hygienist for Dr. Briscoe.

On December 31, 1977, she married Richard Edward Shelton in Hutchinson. Her husband, Richard, of almost 42 years, survives. Also surviving are: son, Nathan and wife Nola; grandchildren, Gage, Taylor, Jessica, Grace, Corbin and Luke; stepdaughters, Jill Kelley and husband Russ, and their children, Max and Grant, and Petra Sille, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Steve Adelhardt of Harper and Bob Adelhardt of Hutchinson.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Duane Adelhardt.

Cremation has taken place. There will be no service, per Betty’s wishes. Memorial gifts may be made to Hutchinson Community College Endowment Association-Sports Dept., in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Betty Jane Shelton, 65, died Wednesday, December 25, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born June 2, 1954, in Kingman, KS, to Alois Joseph and Emma Beatrice (Kathman) Adelhardt.She was a 1972 graduate of Zenda High School and graduated from dental school two years later. Betty had been a dental hygienist for Dr. Briscoe.On December 31, 1977, she married Richard Edward Shelton in Hutchinson. Her husband, Richard, of almost 42 years, survives. Also surviving are: son, Nathan and wife Nola; grandchildren, Gage, Taylor, Jessica, Grace, Corbin and Luke; stepdaughters, Jill Kelley and husband Russ, and their children, Max and Grant, and Petra Sille, all of Hutchinson; brothers, Steve Adelhardt of Harper and Bob Adelhardt of Hutchinson.She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Duane Adelhardt.Cremation has taken place. There will be no service, per Betty’s wishes. Memorial gifts may be made to Hutchinson Community College Endowment Association-Sports Dept., in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Betty J. Shelton | 1954 - 2019 |

Lee Otis Daines, 76, died December 25, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 14, 1943, in Canon City, CO, the son of John O. and Beatrice E. (Epperson) Daines.

Lee worked for many years for Perry Lumber in South Hutchison.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and camping and model trains.&nbsp; Lee was of the Christian faith.

On October 3, 1969, he married Carolyn S. Harper in Hutchinson. They shared 50 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, John Daines (Regina, Melissa Weible (Cecil, all of Hutchinson, Angela Daines, Daniel Daines, both of Pawnee Rock; six grandchildren; sister, Ann DeWater (Bud, South Hutchinson; and many other family members and friends.

Lee was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 31, 2019, in Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Private family burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

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 </figure>Lee Otis Daines, 76, died December 25, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. He was born May 14, 1943, in Canon City, CO, the son of John O. and Beatrice E. (Epperson) Daines.Lee worked for many years for Perry Lumber in South Hutchison.&nbsp; He enjoyed fishing and camping and model trains.&nbsp; Lee was of the Christian faith.On October 3, 1969, he married Carolyn S. Harper in Hutchinson. They shared 50 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: children, John Daines (Regina, Melissa Weible (Cecil, all of Hutchinson, Angela Daines, Daniel Daines, both of Pawnee Rock; six grandchildren; sister, Ann DeWater (Bud, South Hutchinson; and many other family members and friends.Lee was preceded in death by his parents and an infant sister.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 31, 2019, in Elliott Chapel.&nbsp; Private family burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park.&nbsp; Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. Monday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lee Otis Daines | 1943 - 2019 |

Helen Ingrace Anzo Alonzo, 95, of Hutchinson, died December 24, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born August 16, 1924, in Pierceville, KS, the daughter of Rafael Meza and Concepcion (Alatorre) Anzo.&nbsp;

Helen was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church for over 50 years and was involved in Altar Society and other various religious groups.&nbsp; Helen’s most important role in life was taking care of her family and helping others.&nbsp; She raised four children, teaching them the values of life.&nbsp; Helen was a faithful Catholic, sharing her faith with her children and grandchildren, who adored her.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Fred Alonzo, Sr.; her parents; six brothers, Andy, Ralph, Joseph, Phillip, Jessie and Tony Anzo; and three sisters, Ruth Anzo Ramirez, Wanda Anzo Strouse and Alice Anzo Trujillo.&nbsp;

Helen is survived by: three sons, Fred Jr. (Patricia, Greg (Linda, B.J. Alonzo; and one daughter, Patty Higgins (Jack, all of Hutchinson; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Augustine Anzo of Fountain Valley, California; and sister, Raphaela Anzo Garcia of Hutchinson.

Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. today, Friday, December 27, 2019, and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. today, Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.

Rosary will be 6:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th, Hutchinson, with Father Michael J. Maybrier officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.

Memorials may be made to St. Teresa Catholic Church or Hospice of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Helen Ingrace Anzo Alonzo, 95, of Hutchinson, died December 24, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born August 16, 1924, in Pierceville, KS, the daughter of Rafael Meza and Concepcion (Alatorre) Anzo.&nbsp;Helen was a member of St. Teresa Catholic Church for over 50 years and was involved in Altar Society and other various religious groups.&nbsp; Helen’s most important role in life was taking care of her family and helping others.&nbsp; She raised four children, teaching them the values of life.&nbsp; Helen was a faithful Catholic, sharing her faith with her children and grandchildren, who adored her.She was preceded in death by: her husband, Fred Alonzo, Sr.; her parents; six brothers, Andy, Ralph, Joseph, Phillip, Jessie and Tony Anzo; and three sisters, Ruth Anzo Ramirez, Wanda Anzo Strouse and Alice Anzo Trujillo.&nbsp;Helen is survived by: three sons, Fred Jr. (Patricia, Greg (Linda, B.J. Alonzo; and one daughter, Patty Higgins (Jack, all of Hutchinson; seven grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; brother, Augustine Anzo of Fountain Valley, California; and sister, Raphaela Anzo Garcia of Hutchinson.Friends may call from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. today, Friday, December 27, 2019, and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. today, Friday, at Elliott Mortuary.Rosary will be 6:00 p.m. Sunday, December 29, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson.&nbsp; Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, December 30, 2019, at St. Teresa Catholic Church, 211 E. 5th, Hutchinson, with Father Michael J. Maybrier officiating. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson.Memorials may be made to St. Teresa Catholic Church or Hospice of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Helen I. Alonzo | 1924 - 2019 |

Dianne Sue Fuqua, 67, died December 24, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born October 20, 1952, in Peebles, OH, the daughter of Richard W. and Edith L. (Davies) Johnson.

Dianne worked in the Chinese Kitchen at Dillon on 30th&nbsp;Avenue for 18 years. She was a genuine people lover. Dianne was a member of Hope Church, Hutchinson.

She is survived by: son, Mitchell Fuqua (Amy) of Wichita; grandchildren, Robert, Megan, and Noah Fuqua; great-grandson, Sebastian Fuqua; and a host of other family and friends.

Dianne was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Richard and Wayne Johnson.

Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 4, 2020, in Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson, with Pastor Kendall Sheats officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Dianne Sue Fuqua, 67, died December 24, 2019, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. She was born October 20, 1952, in Peebles, OH, the daughter of Richard W. and Edith L. (Davies) Johnson.Dianne worked in the Chinese Kitchen at Dillon on 30th&nbsp;Avenue for 18 years. She was a genuine people lover. Dianne was a member of Hope Church, Hutchinson.She is survived by: son, Mitchell Fuqua (Amy) of Wichita; grandchildren, Robert, Megan, and Noah Fuqua; great-grandson, Sebastian Fuqua; and a host of other family and friends.Dianne was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, Richard and Wayne Johnson.Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, January 4, 2020, in Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson, with Pastor Kendall Sheats officiating.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Dianne Sue Fuqua | 1952 - 2019 |

Rubye Dee Franklin Clayton, 101, died December 23, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson Village.&nbsp; She was born May 18, 1918, in rural Benton, KY, the daughter of Fred M. and Nonnie M. (Riley) Franklin.&nbsp; Rubye graduated from Benton High School in 1936 and from Asbury College, Wilmore, KY, in 1943.

On June 20, 1943, she married Sanders B. Clayton in Benton, KY.&nbsp; They shared 61 years of marriage before his death on July 11, 2004.

Sanders served for 60 years as a United Methodist Pastor and Rubye assisted him in his ministry and served as church secretary at times, in addition to being a homemaker. She was active in United Methodist Women and loved singing in the church choir and performing solos. Rubye loved reading and Bible study. She had a passion for teaching and led Bible studies into her 90s. Rubye was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

She is survived by: sons, Max Clayton (Kathy, Wichita, Brent Clayton (Diane, Topeka; grandchildren, Holly Rook (Eric, Katrina Clayton, Heidi Sizemore (Michael, April Ballard (Steven, Ashley Fruechting (Austin, Scott Clayton (Megan); great-grandchildren, Christopher and Collin Rook, Landon Sizemore, Sam and Ellie Ballard, Levi and Jude Clayton; sister, Alice Jones, San Antonio, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rubye was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; children, Stanley Clayton and Joy Walsh; and 6 siblings, including brother, Ardelle, who was killed in action in WWII.

Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, December 28, 2019, at Caldwell Cemetery, Caldwell. Memorial service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 820 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Larry Brock officiating. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends following the memorial service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Faith United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Rubye Dee Franklin Clayton, 101, died December 23, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson Village.&nbsp; She was born May 18, 1918, in rural Benton, KY, the daughter of Fred M. and Nonnie M. (Riley) Franklin.&nbsp; Rubye graduated from Benton High School in 1936 and from Asbury College, Wilmore, KY, in 1943.On June 20, 1943, she married Sanders B. Clayton in Benton, KY.&nbsp; They shared 61 years of marriage before his death on July 11, 2004.Sanders served for 60 years as a United Methodist Pastor and Rubye assisted him in his ministry and served as church secretary at times, in addition to being a homemaker. She was active in United Methodist Women and loved singing in the church choir and performing solos. Rubye loved reading and Bible study. She had a passion for teaching and led Bible studies into her 90s. Rubye was a member of Faith United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.She is survived by: sons, Max Clayton (Kathy, Wichita, Brent Clayton (Diane, Topeka; grandchildren, Holly Rook (Eric, Katrina Clayton, Heidi Sizemore (Michael, April Ballard (Steven, Ashley Fruechting (Austin, Scott Clayton (Megan); great-grandchildren, Christopher and Collin Rook, Landon Sizemore, Sam and Ellie Ballard, Levi and Jude Clayton; sister, Alice Jones, San Antonio, Texas; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.Rubye was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; children, Stanley Clayton and Joy Walsh; and 6 siblings, including brother, Ardelle, who was killed in action in WWII.Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, December 28, 2019, at Caldwell Cemetery, Caldwell. Memorial service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at Faith United Methodist Church, 820 E. 30th&nbsp;Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Larry Brock officiating. Friends may sign the memorial book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends following the memorial service at the church.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Faith United Methodist Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Rubye Dee Franklin Clayton | 1918 - 2019 |

Mary Helen Stanton, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, died December 23, 2019, at Sterling Village.&nbsp; She was born January 9, 1935, in Marshalltown, Iowa, to Donald Sherman and Velma (Stark) Scovill.

Mary Helen married her school sweetheart, Jerry Stanton on October 27, 1951, in Marshalltown, Iowa.&nbsp; They enjoyed 68 years of marriage.

Mary Helen is survived by:&nbsp; husband, Jerry of Hutchinson; son, Tom Stanton and wife Marlene of Mountain Home, AR; daughter, Helen Wilkey of Hutchinson; brother, Robert Scovill; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren (with two more great-great-grandchildren on the way).

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; son, Terry Stanton; son-in-law, Norman O’Neill; sister, Margaret; and brothers, Don and Jim.

Cremation has taken place, and per her wishes, there will be no service.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Sterling Village (formerly Sterling Presbyterian Manor, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Mary Helen Stanton, formerly of Marshalltown, Iowa, died December 23, 2019, at Sterling Village.&nbsp; She was born January 9, 1935, in Marshalltown, Iowa, to Donald Sherman and Velma (Stark) Scovill.Mary Helen married her school sweetheart, Jerry Stanton on October 27, 1951, in Marshalltown, Iowa.&nbsp; They enjoyed 68 years of marriage.Mary Helen is survived by:&nbsp; husband, Jerry of Hutchinson; son, Tom Stanton and wife Marlene of Mountain Home, AR; daughter, Helen Wilkey of Hutchinson; brother, Robert Scovill; seven grandchildren; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren (with two more great-great-grandchildren on the way).She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; son, Terry Stanton; son-in-law, Norman O’Neill; sister, Margaret; and brothers, Don and Jim.Cremation has taken place, and per her wishes, there will be no service.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Sterling Village (formerly Sterling Presbyterian Manor, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Mary Helen Stanton | 1935 - 2019 |

Norma L. Wilkens, 91, of Hutchinson, died December 23, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born November 24, 1928, in Ellinwood, to Herman and Clara (Meier) Sewing.

Norma graduated from Bushton High School in 1946. She was a homemaker and talented seamstress. Norma was a member of Westside Baptist Church.

On October 20, 1950, she married Harlan Wilkens in Lyons. They shared 69 years of marriage.

Norma is survived by: husband, Harlan Wilkens, Hutchinson; son, Greg Wilkens (Marilyn, Hutchinson; daughter, Kay Wickham (Greg, Andover; grandchildren, Andrew Wickham (Leah, Cari Smothermon (Wes, Lynette Wilkens, all of Wichita, Denise Nisly (Tony, Hutchinson; and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Howard Sewing.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, December 30, 2019, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian officiating. Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday at Lorraine Baptist Cemetery, Lorraine, KS. Friends may sign the book from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Westside Baptist Church or Victory Village, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Norma L. Wilkens, 91, of Hutchinson, died December 23, 2019, at Good Samaritan Society, Hutchinson. She was born November 24, 1928, in Ellinwood, to Herman and Clara (Meier) Sewing.Norma graduated from Bushton High School in 1946. She was a homemaker and talented seamstress. Norma was a member of Westside Baptist Church.On October 20, 1950, she married Harlan Wilkens in Lyons. They shared 69 years of marriage.Norma is survived by: husband, Harlan Wilkens, Hutchinson; son, Greg Wilkens (Marilyn, Hutchinson; daughter, Kay Wickham (Greg, Andover; grandchildren, Andrew Wickham (Leah, Cari Smothermon (Wes, Lynette Wilkens, all of Wichita, Denise Nisly (Tony, Hutchinson; and six great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Howard Sewing.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Monday, December 30, 2019, at Elliott Mortuary, Hutchinson, with Pastor Tim Adrian officiating. Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday at Lorraine Baptist Cemetery, Lorraine, KS. Friends may sign the book from 1 to 5 p.m. on Sunday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Westside Baptist Church or Victory Village, Hutchinson, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Norma L. Wilkens | 1928 - 2019 |

Herbert ‘Herb’ Soukup, 83, of Hutchinson, died December 22, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. He was born October 25, 1936, in Ellsworth, KS, to Joseph and Dessie (Grubb) Soukup.

Herb was a 1955 graduate of St. John’s Military School, Salina, KS, where in 1995, he received a Distinguished Graduate distinction. He received a BS in education from College of Emporia in 1959, and an MS in education from Emporia State University in 1964. It was in Emporia that Herb met his wife, Shanna (Blees) Soukup. They were married January 24, 1959, in Lyle, KS. After beginning their lives in Hudson, KS, Herb and Shanna settled in Hutchinson in 1966. They were united in marriage for over 60 years.

From 1959-1966, Herb was an educator at Hudson High School, Hudson, KS. Herb taught business and typing at Hutchinson High School from 1966-1974. He joined the USD 308 business office in 1974, and later became director of purchasing and data processing, retiring in 1998. While with USD 308, Herb also served as a driver’s education instructor and football coach at Liberty Jr. High and Hutchinson YMCA.

In retirement, Herb continued to serve the Hutchinson community by volunteering with the Reno County Food Bank, Reno County Sheriff Senior Patrol, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, and as a board member for the Reno County Food Bank, Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Hutchinson Community College, and Faith in Action of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of Trinity United Methodist Church.

Herb was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his wife, Shanna. He is survived by: daughters, Pam Kirk of Lawrence, and Jonelle Barrett of McKinney, TX; son, Monte (Molly) Soukup of Lawrence: and grandchildren, Benjamin and Paige Soukup, and Rachel Barrett.

Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2020, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Food Bank of Reno County or Salthawk Community Support, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Herb’s family would like to thank the families, residents and staff of Reflection Living for their loving and exceptional care and kindness.

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 </figure>Herbert ‘Herb’ Soukup, 83, of Hutchinson, died December 22, 2019, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson. He was born October 25, 1936, in Ellsworth, KS, to Joseph and Dessie (Grubb) Soukup.Herb was a 1955 graduate of St. John’s Military School, Salina, KS, where in 1995, he received a Distinguished Graduate distinction. He received a BS in education from College of Emporia in 1959, and an MS in education from Emporia State University in 1964. It was in Emporia that Herb met his wife, Shanna (Blees) Soukup. They were married January 24, 1959, in Lyle, KS. After beginning their lives in Hudson, KS, Herb and Shanna settled in Hutchinson in 1966. They were united in marriage for over 60 years.From 1959-1966, Herb was an educator at Hudson High School, Hudson, KS. Herb taught business and typing at Hutchinson High School from 1966-1974. He joined the USD 308 business office in 1974, and later became director of purchasing and data processing, retiring in 1998. While with USD 308, Herb also served as a driver’s education instructor and football coach at Liberty Jr. High and Hutchinson YMCA.In retirement, Herb continued to serve the Hutchinson community by volunteering with the Reno County Food Bank, Reno County Sheriff Senior Patrol, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, and as a board member for the Reno County Food Bank, Retired Senior Volunteer Program of Hutchinson Community College, and Faith in Action of Trinity United Methodist Church. He was a lifetime member of Trinity United Methodist Church.Herb was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his wife, Shanna. He is survived by: daughters, Pam Kirk of Lawrence, and Jonelle Barrett of McKinney, TX; son, Monte (Molly) Soukup of Lawrence: and grandchildren, Benjamin and Paige Soukup, and Rachel Barrett.Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday, January 24, 2020, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with The Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Food Bank of Reno County or Salthawk Community Support, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.Herb’s family would like to thank the families, residents and staff of Reflection Living for their loving and exceptional care and kindness.

Herbert 'Herb' Soukup | 1936 - 2019 |

Craig Bruce Shive, 64, died December 20, 2019, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born February 25, 1955, in Newton, the son of Ernest E. and Betty R. (Bomhoff) Shive. Craig graduated from Burrton High School in 1973 and attended Sterling College on a football scholarship.

He was co-owner of Triple S Tank Services for 40 years and then went to work as a contract laborer for Ressler Well Service in 2014. Craig had an intense love for his family and was an avid fisherman, active member of Hutchinson Watersports Club, and member of Haven Congregational Church.

On August 31, 1974, he married Kay Ann Kollath in Mount Hope. They shared 45 years of marriage. She survives.

Also surviving are: children, Kevin Shive (Kylie, Kingman, Kyle Shive, Mount Hope, Cassandra Shive, Haven, Katie Cooprider (Casey, Haven, Carissa Comer (Adam, Hutchinson; 15 grandchildren; brother, Delbert Shive (Sue, Burrton; sister-in-law, Brenda Shive, Mount Hope; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Craig was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jerry and Jim.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 23, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Kent Pedersen officiating. Burial will follow in Burrton Cemetery. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

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

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 </figure>Craig Bruce Shive, 64, died December 20, 2019, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. He was born February 25, 1955, in Newton, the son of Ernest E. and Betty R. (Bomhoff) Shive. Craig graduated from Burrton High School in 1973 and attended Sterling College on a football scholarship.He was co-owner of Triple S Tank Services for 40 years and then went to work as a contract laborer for Ressler Well Service in 2014. Craig had an intense love for his family and was an avid fisherman, active member of Hutchinson Watersports Club, and member of Haven Congregational Church.On August 31, 1974, he married Kay Ann Kollath in Mount Hope. They shared 45 years of marriage. She survives.Also surviving are: children, Kevin Shive (Kylie, Kingman, Kyle Shive, Mount Hope, Cassandra Shive, Haven, Katie Cooprider (Casey, Haven, Carissa Comer (Adam, Hutchinson; 15 grandchildren; brother, Delbert Shive (Sue, Burrton; sister-in-law, Brenda Shive, Mount Hope; several nieces, nephews, and cousins.Craig was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Jerry and Jim.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, December 23, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Kent Pedersen officiating. Burial will follow in Burrton Cemetery. Friends may call from 1-8 p.m. Sunday, with family present from 6-8 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Craig Bruce Shive | 1955 - 2019 |

Memorial service for Laine Alex Moore, 49, will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 21, 2019, at Grace Bible Church, 1221 E. 33rd, Hutchinson.  

Memorials may be made to the Laine Moore Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS  67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Memorial service for Laine Alex Moore, 49, will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, December 21, 2019, at Grace Bible Church, 1221 E. 33rd, Hutchinson. Memorials may be made to the Laine Moore Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.&nbsp;

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