Emil Peterson, Jr., also known as “Bud” or “Pete”, 96, of Papillion, NE and formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the Brookstone of Papillion.&nbsp; He was a retired truck driver and had worked for over 39 years at Farmland Industries, where he logged over 1.25 million accident-free miles.

He was born June 11, 1927, in McPherson, KS, the son of Emil E. and Effie V. (Lundberg) Peterson.&nbsp; He was a graduate of McPherson High School.

On Aug. 28, 1948, he was united in marriage to Tilly H. Wegener in Hanau, Germany.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children, Marilyn and Norman. Emil and Tilly were married for 71 years prior to Tilly’s passing on May 30, 2020.

Emil proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps and U.S. Air Force during World War II.&nbsp; A highlight of his military service was taking part in the Berlin Airlift in June of 1948. He was a life member of VFW Post #2715 and was part of the military honors team, providing burial honors to countless deceased veterans.&nbsp; Emil was also a Past Commander of the VFW post.&nbsp; He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson.

In his spare time, Emil enjoyed fishing and playing cards.

Survivors include: a daughter, Marilyn Wieseler (Bob) of Sidney, IA; a daughter-in-law, Joan Peterson of Hidden Springs, ID; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Norman, and a sister, Violet Cobb.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday, June 13, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, June 14, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Pastor Laura Smith officiating.&nbsp; Burial, with military honors, will be in McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp; Following the burial, there will be a reception at Trinity Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to McPherson VFW Post #2715 in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.

Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717516678576.jpeg" alt="Emil Peterson, Jr." />
 <figcaption>Emil Peterson, Jr.</figcaption>
 </figure>Emil Peterson, Jr., also known as “Bud” or “Pete”, 96, of Papillion, NE and formerly of McPherson, KS, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at the Brookstone of Papillion.&nbsp; He was a retired truck driver and had worked for over 39 years at Farmland Industries, where he logged over 1.25 million accident-free miles.He was born June 11, 1927, in McPherson, KS, the son of Emil E. and Effie V. (Lundberg) Peterson.&nbsp; He was a graduate of McPherson High School.On Aug. 28, 1948, he was united in marriage to Tilly H. Wegener in Hanau, Germany.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two children, Marilyn and Norman. Emil and Tilly were married for 71 years prior to Tilly’s passing on May 30, 2020.Emil proudly served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps and U.S. Air Force during World War II.&nbsp; A highlight of his military service was taking part in the Berlin Airlift in June of 1948. He was a life member of VFW Post #2715 and was part of the military honors team, providing burial honors to countless deceased veterans.&nbsp; Emil was also a Past Commander of the VFW post.&nbsp; He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, McPherson.In his spare time, Emil enjoyed fishing and playing cards.Survivors include: a daughter, Marilyn Wieseler (Bob) of Sidney, IA; a daughter-in-law, Joan Peterson of Hidden Springs, ID; six grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Norman, and a sister, Violet Cobb.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, Thursday, June 13, at Stockham Family Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM, Friday, June 14, at Stockham Family Funeral Home with Pastor Laura Smith officiating.&nbsp; Burial, with military honors, will be in McPherson Cemetery.&nbsp; Following the burial, there will be a reception at Trinity Lutheran Church.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to McPherson VFW Post #2715 in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.Personal condolences may be sent to the family at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.stockhamfamily.com/" target="_blank">www.stockhamfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

Emil Peterson, Jr. |1927-2024|

Donita Hampsten Paulk, of Haven, passed away on June 1, 2024. She was 85. 

Donita was born in her grandmother’s house in Hooker, Oklahoma, the second daughter of Otis and Vesta Hampsten. The family later welcomed three more daughters which created a situation Donita never cared for–she always disliked sharing a bedroom. She grew up on a farm west of Tyrone, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Tyrone High School in 1957. Donita wasn’t cut out for farm life, as the first time she drove a truckload of wheat to the elevator a mouse ran across the floorboards. She stomped on the brake, jumped out of the truck and walked a mile home, telling Daddy that he could drive his own truck. She married Patrick Burton Wright of Liberal, Kansas over Christmas break of her senior year. They moved into a garage apartment in Tyrone while she finished high school. Life with Pat entailed many moves as he worked his way up the ranks with Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company. First son Dennis was born in Liberal and second son Bill was born in Greensburg, Kansas. Early on, she received the nickname “D” because she attacked every chore and task with the unflagging, positive energy of a Diesel engine. Other homes included Howell, Michigan; Sedalia, Missouri; Haven, Kansas, Hallsville, Missouri and Centralia, Missouri. The moving company always had an easy job as Donita pre-packed everything to her exact specifications before they ever arrived on site. But she never minded moving as she knew she would make new friends wherever she went. Donita and Pat divorced in 1980, and she stayed in Centralia another ten years while Bill finished high school and college and she worked as a secretary in the international department of A.B. Chance Company. As a member of Centralia Country Club and Haven Golf Club, Donita cultivated her passion for golf and liked nothing better than to try to break 50 while dressed in a coordinated golf outfit with matching shoes, shirt and glove. But never a hat–that might tousle her carefully coiffed hair.

The lure of her three grandchildren brought her back to Haven in 1991, where she met John Paulk while working at the Reno County courthouse. They married in 1996 and enjoyed many happy retirement years together. They traveled many times a year to the log cabin in Cuchara, Colorado that the five Hampsten sisters owned together. Donita was never happier than when family would come together, and laughter and joy filled the cool mountain air. Many memories were made of her vigorously stirring the taco soup with one hand and resting the other on her hip, as the orange jello with mandarin slices cooled in the fridge. She was also a tireless volunteer in Haven at the Church of Christ, the Food Bank, and the Haven Library.

Survivors include husband John Paulk, Haven; son Dennis Wright and wife Carol of Council Grove; son Bill Wright and wife Jen of Brooklyn, New York; grandchildren Jeff and Kristen Wright and their seven children of Council Grove; Max and Brittney Wright and their two children of Spartanburg, South Carolina; Maggie Wright of Council Grove; and Vance Wright of Boulder, Colorado. Sisters Sharon Houseman of Liberal, Kansas; Janice Dorsch of Edmond, Oklahoma; Kathleen and husband David Rutledge of Mustang, Oklahoma; and Carolyn and husband Steve Wischoff of Kerrville, Texas. Stepdaughters Dana and husband Ken Hase of Nickerson, Tonya and husband Kent Mayfield of Halstead and their families also filled a special place in her heart. Step grandchildren includes Brandon (Crystal) Hays, Christine (Jason) John, Dedra (Nathan) Hogan, Zoe Mayfield, Logan Mayfield along with 10 step great grandchildren.

A memorial service is planned for June 29th at 10:30 a.m. at the Haven Church of Christ. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Donita Paulk</figcaption>
 </figure>Donita Hampsten Paulk, of Haven, passed away on June 1, 2024. She was 85. Donita was born in her grandmother’s house in Hooker, Oklahoma, the second daughter of Otis and Vesta Hampsten. The family later welcomed three more daughters which created a situation Donita never cared for–she always disliked sharing a bedroom. She grew up on a farm west of Tyrone, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Tyrone High School in 1957. Donita wasn’t cut out for farm life, as the first time she drove a truckload of wheat to the elevator a mouse ran across the floorboards. She stomped on the brake, jumped out of the truck and walked a mile home, telling Daddy that he could drive his own truck. She married Patrick Burton Wright of Liberal, Kansas over Christmas break of her senior year. They moved into a garage apartment in Tyrone while she finished high school. Life with Pat entailed many moves as he worked his way up the ranks with Panhandle Eastern Pipeline Company. First son Dennis was born in Liberal and second son Bill was born in Greensburg, Kansas. Early on, she received the nickname “D” because she attacked every chore and task with the unflagging, positive energy of a Diesel engine. Other homes included Howell, Michigan; Sedalia, Missouri; Haven, Kansas, Hallsville, Missouri and Centralia, Missouri. The moving company always had an easy job as Donita pre-packed everything to her exact specifications before they ever arrived on site. But she never minded moving as she knew she would make new friends wherever she went. Donita and Pat divorced in 1980, and she stayed in Centralia another ten years while Bill finished high school and college and she worked as a secretary in the international department of A.B. Chance Company. As a member of Centralia Country Club and Haven Golf Club, Donita cultivated her passion for golf and liked nothing better than to try to break 50 while dressed in a coordinated golf outfit with matching shoes, shirt and glove. But never a hat–that might tousle her carefully coiffed hair.The lure of her three grandchildren brought her back to Haven in 1991, where she met John Paulk while working at the Reno County courthouse. They married in 1996 and enjoyed many happy retirement years together. They traveled many times a year to the log cabin in Cuchara, Colorado that the five Hampsten sisters owned together. Donita was never happier than when family would come together, and laughter and joy filled the cool mountain air. Many memories were made of her vigorously stirring the taco soup with one hand and resting the other on her hip, as the orange jello with mandarin slices cooled in the fridge. She was also a tireless volunteer in Haven at the Church of Christ, the Food Bank, and the Haven Library.Survivors include husband John Paulk, Haven; son Dennis Wright and wife Carol of Council Grove; son Bill Wright and wife Jen of Brooklyn, New York; grandchildren Jeff and Kristen Wright and their seven children of Council Grove; Max and Brittney Wright and their two children of Spartanburg, South Carolina; Maggie Wright of Council Grove; and Vance Wright of Boulder, Colorado. Sisters Sharon Houseman of Liberal, Kansas; Janice Dorsch of Edmond, Oklahoma; Kathleen and husband David Rutledge of Mustang, Oklahoma; and Carolyn and husband Steve Wischoff of Kerrville, Texas. Stepdaughters Dana and husband Ken Hase of Nickerson, Tonya and husband Kent Mayfield of Halstead and their families also filled a special place in her heart. Step grandchildren includes Brandon (Crystal) Hays, Christine (Jason) John, Dedra (Nathan) Hogan, Zoe Mayfield, Logan Mayfield along with 10 step great grandchildren.A memorial service is planned for June 29th at 10:30 a.m. at the Haven Church of Christ. Memorial contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

Donita Hampsten Paulk |2024|

James Neal “Jim” Wagler, 63, went home to glory June 1, 2024, at Mercy Hospital, in Oklahoma City, OK. He was born July 3, 1960, to Charles and Lurlene (Mosier) Wagler, at the Sterling Hospital, Sterling.

Jim was a 1979 graduate of Nickerson High School. &nbsp;He lived and worked on the Wagler farm, near Abbyville, most of his adult life. &nbsp;For six years, Jim lived in Sterling as a full-time caregiver for his father, until his father’s death in 2020. &nbsp;He then lived with his sisters in Oklahoma and Texas, until his recent hospitalization.&nbsp;

Jim accepted Christ as his Savior in 1977, and was baptized and accepted as a member of Sterling Evangelical Bible Church in 1978. &nbsp;He served as a choir member, usher, and faithful attender.

Jim is survived by: &nbsp;brother, Stan (Kathy) Wagler of rural Abbyville; sisters, Susan (Lowell) Entz of Yukon, OK, and Shelly (Baron) Clifford of Shiner, TX; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many cherished nieces and nephews. In 2000, he gained a stepbrother, Todd (Lillian) Zimmerman of rural Sterling and a stepsister, Debra (Atlee) Preheim of Hesston. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Sterling Evangelical Bible Church, 3017 N. Sterling Road, Sterling, with Pastor Lowell Entz officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery. &nbsp;Friends may call from and 9:00a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717508733413.jpeg" alt="James Neal “Jim” Wagler" />
 <figcaption>James Neal “Jim” Wagler</figcaption>
 </figure>James Neal “Jim” Wagler, 63, went home to glory June 1, 2024, at Mercy Hospital, in Oklahoma City, OK. He was born July 3, 1960, to Charles and Lurlene (Mosier) Wagler, at the Sterling Hospital, Sterling.Jim was a 1979 graduate of Nickerson High School. &nbsp;He lived and worked on the Wagler farm, near Abbyville, most of his adult life. &nbsp;For six years, Jim lived in Sterling as a full-time caregiver for his father, until his father’s death in 2020. &nbsp;He then lived with his sisters in Oklahoma and Texas, until his recent hospitalization.&nbsp;Jim accepted Christ as his Savior in 1977, and was baptized and accepted as a member of Sterling Evangelical Bible Church in 1978. &nbsp;He served as a choir member, usher, and faithful attender.Jim is survived by: &nbsp;brother, Stan (Kathy) Wagler of rural Abbyville; sisters, Susan (Lowell) Entz of Yukon, OK, and Shelly (Baron) Clifford of Shiner, TX; numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins; and many cherished nieces and nephews. In 2000, he gained a stepbrother, Todd (Lillian) Zimmerman of rural Sterling and a stepsister, Debra (Atlee) Preheim of Hesston. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.&nbsp;Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Sterling Evangelical Bible Church, 3017 N. Sterling Road, Sterling, with Pastor Lowell Entz officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the church cemetery. &nbsp;Friends may call from and 9:00a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Sterling Evangelical Bible Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

James Neal “Jim” Wagler |1960-2024|

George Thomas Waggoner, also affectionately known as “Daddy Wags,” passed away on June 2, 2024 due to complications from a lung infection following his remission with lung cancer.&nbsp;

George was born on May 8, 1959 to Carl E. and Mabel L. Waggoner from Belle Glade, FL. After the passing of his parents, Theodore P. and Marilyn R. Waggoner of Highland, IL became the guardians of him and his siblings. He graduated from Highland High School (Illinois) in 1977, and went on to play college baseball at Hutchinson Community College. While attending HCC, he met Amy E. Howell and they married on July 25, 1980. &nbsp;They had three children: Carl Rex Waggoner of Hutchinson, KS, Casey Renée Ruzicka (Dave) of Marshfield, MO, and George Calyn Robert Waggoner (Nicole) of Hutchinson, KS. George and Amy also consider Amanda Unruh (Tony) of Kansas as their “other” daughter. Altogether, there are eleven grandchildren: Ashton, Samora, Jacob, Landon, River, Mackenzi, Blaise, Elara, Jordan, Tucker, and Ember.&nbsp;

George believed in the importance of having a great work ethic and highly valued people and customer relationships. His favorite jobs revolved around these ideals. &nbsp;During his life, he enjoyed working as a home siding applicator, a sales and marketing representative for a food brokerage, and co-founding the roofing division of Phoenix Restoration and Roofing (owned by family members, Ryan and Robin Swanson).

George was his grandchildren’s greatest fan in all of their activities and interests! He was always celebrating their achievements and encouraging them. He coached youth basketball and baseball teams, and was also quick to congratulate the successes of any player – anywhere and anytime. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 68 (Hutchinson) and volunteered for over 30 years at the NJCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, serving as the Chairman of the Dressing Room and Equipment Committee. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed sharing his passion for sports with his family. Family get-togethers were HUGE to George, and he loved doing the cooking and trying out new recipes. He also enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, and living in the country.

George T. Waggoner was preceded in death by his parents Carl E. &amp; Mabel L. Waggoner (Belle Glade, FL) and later the successor parents Theodore P. and Marilyn R. Waggoner (Highland, IL), brother Edward F. Waggoner (Troy, IL), and father-in-law Robert M. “Swanee” Swanson (Hutchinson, KS), He is survived by wife, Amy E. Waggoner, his children and grandchildren, mother-in-law Vicky Swanson (Hutchinson, KS); brothers Blake (Shelby) Waggoner (Durham, NC), Lance Waggoner (Mulberry Grove, IL); sisters Karla (Dave) Anderson (Lisle, IL), Karen (Gordon) Priemer (Bath, OH), Wendy Deibert (Highland, IL), Stormi (Mark) Kidd (Highland, IL) – and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by sister-in-law Karla (Tim) Reed (Berryton, KS) and brother-in-law Ryan (Robin) Swanson (Hutchinson, KS).

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at the Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. &nbsp;Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024, with the family present on Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp; Friends may also call from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. The funeral service can be viewed online beginning at 9:45 a.m. on the day of the service by going to George’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and clicking on the link located at the end of the obituary.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNzUyNjAwMTMxMjM0MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the funeral service.</a>

Memorials are suggested to the American Legion Lysle Post #68 Scholarship Fund, Bethany Church of the Nazarene, or Hutchinson Community College Endowment Assn. to benefit the George T. Waggoner Nursing Scholarship Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1717508454607.jpeg" alt="George Thomas Waggoner" />
 <figcaption>George Thomas Waggoner</figcaption>
 </figure>George Thomas Waggoner, also affectionately known as “Daddy Wags,” passed away on June 2, 2024 due to complications from a lung infection following his remission with lung cancer.&nbsp;George was born on May 8, 1959 to Carl E. and Mabel L. Waggoner from Belle Glade, FL. After the passing of his parents, Theodore P. and Marilyn R. Waggoner of Highland, IL became the guardians of him and his siblings. He graduated from Highland High School (Illinois) in 1977, and went on to play college baseball at Hutchinson Community College. While attending HCC, he met Amy E. Howell and they married on July 25, 1980. &nbsp;They had three children: Carl Rex Waggoner of Hutchinson, KS, Casey Renée Ruzicka (Dave) of Marshfield, MO, and George Calyn Robert Waggoner (Nicole) of Hutchinson, KS. George and Amy also consider Amanda Unruh (Tony) of Kansas as their “other” daughter. Altogether, there are eleven grandchildren: Ashton, Samora, Jacob, Landon, River, Mackenzi, Blaise, Elara, Jordan, Tucker, and Ember.&nbsp;George believed in the importance of having a great work ethic and highly valued people and customer relationships. His favorite jobs revolved around these ideals. &nbsp;During his life, he enjoyed working as a home siding applicator, a sales and marketing representative for a food brokerage, and co-founding the roofing division of Phoenix Restoration and Roofing (owned by family members, Ryan and Robin Swanson).George was his grandchildren’s greatest fan in all of their activities and interests! He was always celebrating their achievements and encouraging them. He coached youth basketball and baseball teams, and was also quick to congratulate the successes of any player – anywhere and anytime. He was a member of the Sons of American Legion Post 68 (Hutchinson) and volunteered for over 30 years at the NJCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, serving as the Chairman of the Dressing Room and Equipment Committee. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed sharing his passion for sports with his family. Family get-togethers were HUGE to George, and he loved doing the cooking and trying out new recipes. He also enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, and living in the country.George T. Waggoner was preceded in death by his parents Carl E. &amp; Mabel L. Waggoner (Belle Glade, FL) and later the successor parents Theodore P. and Marilyn R. Waggoner (Highland, IL), brother Edward F. Waggoner (Troy, IL), and father-in-law Robert M. “Swanee” Swanson (Hutchinson, KS), He is survived by wife, Amy E. Waggoner, his children and grandchildren, mother-in-law Vicky Swanson (Hutchinson, KS); brothers Blake (Shelby) Waggoner (Durham, NC), Lance Waggoner (Mulberry Grove, IL); sisters Karla (Dave) Anderson (Lisle, IL), Karen (Gordon) Priemer (Bath, OH), Wendy Deibert (Highland, IL), Stormi (Mark) Kidd (Highland, IL) – and numerous nieces and nephews. He is also survived by sister-in-law Karla (Tim) Reed (Berryton, KS) and brother-in-law Ryan (Robin) Swanson (Hutchinson, KS).Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 2024, at the Glenwood Cemetery, Shelbyville, IL. &nbsp;Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024, with the family present on Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp; Friends may also call from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, June 5, 2024, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. The funeral service can be viewed online beginning at 9:45 a.m. on the day of the service by going to George’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and clicking on the link located at the end of the obituary.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNzUyNjAwMTMxMjM0MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the funeral service.</a>Memorials are suggested to the American Legion Lysle Post #68 Scholarship Fund, Bethany Church of the Nazarene, or Hutchinson Community College Endowment Assn. to benefit the George T. Waggoner Nursing Scholarship Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

George Thomas Waggoner |1959-2024|

Edward Verl Riffel, age 78, passed away May 28, 2024 in Newton KS. He was born in Chapman KS to Verl and Ann Marie (Schroeder) Riffel.

He didn't know a stranger and made everyone feel welcome. He was hard working and liked dabbling in many different things over the years. He managed Walton Coop service station, building construction, had a tree trimming business using a crawler tractor, boot repair store, lawn mower repair business, restaurant, contractor for the railroad and no he didn't do all this at one time. He even sold vehicles on occasion!

He liked building stuff (a handyman), making it bigger and better. He would take a building, house, shed, you name it and improve its usefulness. We believe this was very satisfying to him. When he was not working he spent time on the lake and helping people in the community. He took it upon himself to repaint all the street signs at Marion County Lake (where he presided for some time).

One of his hobbies included Ed's favorite pastime was fishing with his collection of fish poles and lures. Other hobbies/projects included hunting, working on cars in his early years, stain glass making, woodworking, model planes/boats, and raising meat goats.

He saw a need for the 4H youth to show goats, so he started the 4H Goat project and successfully built it into a big part of the livestock show during the county fair, which is still going on today!

As dad got older he began to slow down, but still had the passion and desire to help others - he delivered for Meals On Wheels for a time and enjoyed talking to everyone he delivered to. It was amazing to us his desire to help others. There was a time when a farmer had some health issues and dad went to his farm and helped harvest his wheat crop.

Ed was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by children Mike (Lisa) Riffel, Kurt (Shelly) Riffel, and grandsons Luke and Zach Riffel, his sister Yvonne and nephew Lenny (Tracie), sister Julie and nephews Matt (Mary), Brad (Tabitha), and extended family.

Ed was predeceased in death by his parents and a niece Jennifer.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 6, 5-9 pm with family present 6-8 at Petersen's Funeral Home in Newton, Kansas. Address is:

Petersen's Family Funeral Home at 215 N. Main Newton, Kansas 67114.

The funeral service will be on Friday, June 7, at 10 am at Petersen's with private family burial after.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be sent to Petersen's Family Funeral Home at 215 N. Main Newton, Kansas 67114. Memorials will be made to Marion County Meals on Wheels or Caring Hands Humane Society.

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 <figcaption>Edward Verl Riffel</figcaption>
 </figure>Edward Verl Riffel, age 78, passed away May 28, 2024 in Newton KS. He was born in Chapman KS to Verl and Ann Marie (Schroeder) Riffel.He didn't know a stranger and made everyone feel welcome. He was hard working and liked dabbling in many different things over the years. He managed Walton Coop service station, building construction, had a tree trimming business using a crawler tractor, boot repair store, lawn mower repair business, restaurant, contractor for the railroad and no he didn't do all this at one time. He even sold vehicles on occasion!He liked building stuff (a handyman), making it bigger and better. He would take a building, house, shed, you name it and improve its usefulness. We believe this was very satisfying to him. When he was not working he spent time on the lake and helping people in the community. He took it upon himself to repaint all the street signs at Marion County Lake (where he presided for some time).One of his hobbies included Ed's favorite pastime was fishing with his collection of fish poles and lures. Other hobbies/projects included hunting, working on cars in his early years, stain glass making, woodworking, model planes/boats, and raising meat goats.He saw a need for the 4H youth to show goats, so he started the 4H Goat project and successfully built it into a big part of the livestock show during the county fair, which is still going on today!As dad got older he began to slow down, but still had the passion and desire to help others - he delivered for Meals On Wheels for a time and enjoyed talking to everyone he delivered to. It was amazing to us his desire to help others. There was a time when a farmer had some health issues and dad went to his farm and helped harvest his wheat crop.Ed was a beloved father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by children Mike (Lisa) Riffel, Kurt (Shelly) Riffel, and grandsons Luke and Zach Riffel, his sister Yvonne and nephew Lenny (Tracie), sister Julie and nephews Matt (Mary), Brad (Tabitha), and extended family.Ed was predeceased in death by his parents and a niece Jennifer.Visitation will be Thursday, June 6, 5-9 pm with family present 6-8 at Petersen's Funeral Home in Newton, Kansas. Address is:Petersen's Family Funeral Home at 215 N. Main Newton, Kansas 67114.The funeral service will be on Friday, June 7, at 10 am at Petersen's with private family burial after.In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be sent to Petersen's Family Funeral Home at 215 N. Main Newton, Kansas 67114. Memorials will be made to Marion County Meals on Wheels or Caring Hands Humane Society.

Edward Verl Riffel |1946-2024|

Michael Lee Ryan. 81, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Haven House, Haven, Kansas where he had been a resident for a couple of years.

The son of Rev. Philip E Ryan and Constance R. (Wodell) Ryan, he was born September 26, 1942 in Eugene, Oregon.

His father, mother and brother Delmer preceded him in death.

He was a member of The American Legion. Mike served as a Marine Engineer in the Army for three years. After leaving the Army he became an underwater welder until he had to quit diving. &nbsp; He then became a contractor for fixing heavy machinery.

Mike liked to keep busy; it was hard on him when he was not able to do things.

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

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 </figure>Michael Lee Ryan. 81, died Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at Haven House, Haven, Kansas where he had been a resident for a couple of years.The son of Rev. Philip E Ryan and Constance R. (Wodell) Ryan, he was born September 26, 1942 in Eugene, Oregon.His father, mother and brother Delmer preceded him in death.He was a member of The American Legion. Mike served as a Marine Engineer in the Army for three years. After leaving the Army he became an underwater welder until he had to quit diving. &nbsp; He then became a contractor for fixing heavy machinery.Mike liked to keep busy; it was hard on him when he was not able to do things.Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Michael Lee Ryan |1942-2024|

Robert "Bob" Jones, 77, of Marquette, KS, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS.

Bob was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on February 11, 1947, the son of Leslie and Barbara (Beauchamp) Jones.

Bob graduated from Pitt State University, Pittsburg, KS with his Bachelor's Degree in Social Work.

He was a member of the Elim Lutheran Church in Marquette, KS.

Bob worked for the State of Kansas for 35 years as a Health Facility Surveyor.

Bob was an avid sports fan, and supported his kids and grandkids in all their activities, and loved spending time with his family.

He was united in marriage to Carol Martin on October 16, 1977 in Marquette. The couple was blessed with the birth of three sons, Adam, Jared and Brady.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Adam (Hannah) Jones of Galva, KS, Jared (Nancy) Jones of Roxbury, KS, and Brady (Jenna) Jones of Smolan, KS; grandchildren, Dallas, Trevor, Hunter, Parker, Maybelle, Josephine and Augustus; sisters, JoAnne Engelland of Paducah, KY and Debbie Smith of Pittsburg, KS.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents.

Private family burial will take place at Freemount Lutheran Church Cemetery.

Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Elim Lutheran Church in Marquette, KS with Pastor James Strassen officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Marquette EMS or Marquette Lions Club and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.

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 </figure>Robert "Bob" Jones, 77, of Marquette, KS, passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS.Bob was born in Pittsburg, Kansas on February 11, 1947, the son of Leslie and Barbara (Beauchamp) Jones.Bob graduated from Pitt State University, Pittsburg, KS with his Bachelor's Degree in Social Work.He was a member of the Elim Lutheran Church in Marquette, KS.Bob worked for the State of Kansas for 35 years as a Health Facility Surveyor.Bob was an avid sports fan, and supported his kids and grandkids in all their activities, and loved spending time with his family.He was united in marriage to Carol Martin on October 16, 1977 in Marquette. The couple was blessed with the birth of three sons, Adam, Jared and Brady.He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Adam (Hannah) Jones of Galva, KS, Jared (Nancy) Jones of Roxbury, KS, and Brady (Jenna) Jones of Smolan, KS; grandchildren, Dallas, Trevor, Hunter, Parker, Maybelle, Josephine and Augustus; sisters, JoAnne Engelland of Paducah, KY and Debbie Smith of Pittsburg, KS.Bob was preceded in death by his parents.Private family burial will take place at Freemount Lutheran Church Cemetery.Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at Elim Lutheran Church in Marquette, KS with Pastor James Strassen officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Marquette EMS or Marquette Lions Club and they can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, KS 67460.

Robert "Bob" Jones |1947-2024|

Jack L. Craig Sr.,76, of Enterprise passed away Thursday May 30, 2024 in Junction City, Kansas. Jack was born August 17, 1947 in Hutchinson Kansas, the only child of Ernest F. (Pete) Craig and Clemmie Scott Craig.

After Jack graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965, he attended Hutchinson Jr. College followed by Sterling College. While at Sterling, Jack spent two years as a fill-in minister at Abbyville Baptist Church. It was at Sterling College that Jack met Barbara Harms. They were married on June 7, 1970. Jack attended Central Baptist Seminary in Kansas City. Jack then took his first charge at First Baptist Church in Chapman, Nebraska. His ordination ceremony was held November 4, 1973. Jack and Barbara began their family in Nebraska with the birth of their first child, Susan, in July 1973, and son Jack Jr. (JL) in October of 1975.

On January 1 of 1978, Jack took his next charge at the First Baptist Church of Enterprise, Kansas. Jack’s youngest son, Scott, was born in Kansas on March of 1980. In addition to his time as a minister, Jack served as a substitute teacher as well as a volunteer firefighter both in Nebraska and in Dickinson County Kansas. In 1994, Jack became Sexton of Mt. Hope cemetery and served in that position until his death. In 1998, Jack retired from ministry in the Baptist Church. Jack and Barbara moved into Enterprise, and Jack then served as custodian of Enterprise Elementary school a position which he held for 19 years. In October of 2001, Jack came out of pastoral retirement and began serving the Solomon Yoked Parish where he served for 10 years.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Barbara. Jack is survived by his daughter Susan and her husband Dr. Todd Frieze of Chapman; his son JL Craig of Enterprise; his son Scott Craig and his wife Samitha of Tacoma, Washington; and grandchildren Emma and Elyssa of Chapman and Haroun and Zaara of Tacoma.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran Chapman, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday evening, June 21, 2024 at the Chapman United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow the funeral service at Mt. Hope Cemetery south of Enterprise.

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 </figure>Jack L. Craig Sr.,76, of Enterprise passed away Thursday May 30, 2024 in Junction City, Kansas. Jack was born August 17, 1947 in Hutchinson Kansas, the only child of Ernest F. (Pete) Craig and Clemmie Scott Craig.After Jack graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1965, he attended Hutchinson Jr. College followed by Sterling College. While at Sterling, Jack spent two years as a fill-in minister at Abbyville Baptist Church. It was at Sterling College that Jack met Barbara Harms. They were married on June 7, 1970. Jack attended Central Baptist Seminary in Kansas City. Jack then took his first charge at First Baptist Church in Chapman, Nebraska. His ordination ceremony was held November 4, 1973. Jack and Barbara began their family in Nebraska with the birth of their first child, Susan, in July 1973, and son Jack Jr. (JL) in October of 1975.On January 1 of 1978, Jack took his next charge at the First Baptist Church of Enterprise, Kansas. Jack’s youngest son, Scott, was born in Kansas on March of 1980. In addition to his time as a minister, Jack served as a substitute teacher as well as a volunteer firefighter both in Nebraska and in Dickinson County Kansas. In 1994, Jack became Sexton of Mt. Hope cemetery and served in that position until his death. In 1998, Jack retired from ministry in the Baptist Church. Jack and Barbara moved into Enterprise, and Jack then served as custodian of Enterprise Elementary school a position which he held for 19 years. In October of 2001, Jack came out of pastoral retirement and began serving the Solomon Yoked Parish where he served for 10 years.Jack was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Barbara. Jack is survived by his daughter Susan and her husband Dr. Todd Frieze of Chapman; his son JL Craig of Enterprise; his son Scott Craig and his wife Samitha of Tacoma, Washington; and grandchildren Emma and Elyssa of Chapman and Haroun and Zaara of Tacoma.Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 22, 2024 at the Chapman United Methodist Church, 426 Sheeran Chapman, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Friday evening, June 21, 2024 at the Chapman United Methodist Church. Inurnment will follow the funeral service at Mt. Hope Cemetery south of Enterprise.

Jack L. Craig Sr. |1947-2024|

Joyce Ann Woodmansee, 71, died June 1, 2024, at her residence in Hutchinson. She was born October 2, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Everett Ira and Goldie Irene (Mahoney) Berends.

Joyce worked as a CNA at Good Samaritan Society in Hutchinson for many years and later retired.

Joyce enjoyed bowling, computer games, crafting and crocheting.

She is survived by: daughters, Ruth Woodmansee, Misty Mackey, Rita Woodmansee; 14 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and son, James Woodmansee.

Cremation has taken place. No services will be held.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Joyce Woodmansee Memorial Fund. In care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. To benefit the Joyce Woodmansee Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;

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 </figure>Joyce Ann Woodmansee, 71, died June 1, 2024, at her residence in Hutchinson. She was born October 2, 1952, in Hutchinson, to Everett Ira and Goldie Irene (Mahoney) Berends.Joyce worked as a CNA at Good Samaritan Society in Hutchinson for many years and later retired.Joyce enjoyed bowling, computer games, crafting and crocheting.She is survived by: daughters, Ruth Woodmansee, Misty Mackey, Rita Woodmansee; 14 grandchildren; and 8 great-grandchildren.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents and son, James Woodmansee.Cremation has taken place. No services will be held.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Joyce Woodmansee Memorial Fund. In care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. To benefit the Joyce Woodmansee Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;

Joyce Ann Woodmansee |1952-2024|

Raymond Remmers, 79, passed away June 1, 2024 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. 

 He was born June 4, 1944 rural Marion to Edward and Rosa (Schroer) Remmers.  He married Theresa Dirks August 27, 1995 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro.  Survivors include: wife, Theresa Remmers of Hillsboro; sons, Kent (Cheryl) Remmers of Lake City, KS, Darcy (Shannon) Wedel of Great Bend, KS; daughters, Kimbra (Marty) Kroupa of Lincolnville, Dana Wedel of Portland, Oregon, Dara Wedel of Fresno, CA; sisters, Vera (John) Wooldridge of Colorado Springs, CO, Joyce (Gary) Mott of Manhattan, KS; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. 

 Predeceased by his two brothers Howard and Max.  Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Friday June 7, 2024 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro officiated by Rev. John Werner.  Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro.  Memorials to Zion Lutheran Church or Salem Home in Care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. 

Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raymond Remmers, 79, passed away June 1, 2024 at Salem Home in Hillsboro. He was born June 4, 1944 rural Marion to Edward and Rosa (Schroer) Remmers. He married Theresa Dirks August 27, 1995 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro. Survivors include: wife, Theresa Remmers of Hillsboro; sons, Kent (Cheryl) Remmers of Lake City, KS, Darcy (Shannon) Wedel of Great Bend, KS; daughters, Kimbra (Marty) Kroupa of Lincolnville, Dana Wedel of Portland, Oregon, Dara Wedel of Fresno, CA; sisters, Vera (John) Wooldridge of Colorado Springs, CO, Joyce (Gary) Mott of Manhattan, KS; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by his two brothers Howard and Max. Funeral service 10:00 a.m. Friday June 7, 2024 at Zion Lutheran Church in Hillsboro officiated by Rev. John Werner. Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday at Jost Funeral Home in Hillsboro. Memorials to Zion Lutheran Church or Salem Home in Care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Raymond Remmers |1944-2024|

Norma Jean Koehn Koehn Mastre, 96, died Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, KS. She was born April 1, 1928 in Galva, Kansas to Pete W. and Clara (Nichols) Koehn.

On September 16, 1951 she married Otis Koehn. He passed away August 21, 1965. She later married Orval Mastre on June 12, 1988. Orval passed away November 17, 2019.

Norma was a member of the Lone Tree Mennonite Church, Galva Kansas. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by children – Weldon (Darlene), Halstead, KS; Daniel (Rosie), Halstead, KS; Charles (Liz), Prairie, MS; Floyd (Bethene), Halstead, KS; Edith (James) Jesser, Iroquois, SD; Larry (Lynette), Halstead, KS. Stepchildren – Glenda (Lewellyn) Unruh, Galva, KS; Ron (Nevelyn), Del Norte, CO; Patricia (Earl) Toews, Victoria, TX; Wade (Mary) Centerville TN; 20 grandchildren; 16 step-grandchildren; 60 great grandchildren; 47 step great grandchildren; 8 step great great grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers Chester, Willard and Kenneth Koehn and two sisters Bernice and Vada.

She is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands Otis Koehn and Orval Mastre, 1 son, Sanford, 1 great granddaughter, 2 step great grandchildren, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Gardenview Mennonite Church. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Monday, June 3, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Gardenview Mennonite Church, Halstead, KS. Burial will be in the Halstead Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Moundridge Manor in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

<figure>
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 </figure>Norma Jean Koehn Koehn Mastre, 96, died Saturday, June 1, 2024 at Moundridge Manor, Moundridge, KS. She was born April 1, 1928 in Galva, Kansas to Pete W. and Clara (Nichols) Koehn.On September 16, 1951 she married Otis Koehn. He passed away August 21, 1965. She later married Orval Mastre on June 12, 1988. Orval passed away November 17, 2019.Norma was a member of the Lone Tree Mennonite Church, Galva Kansas. She was a homemaker.She is survived by children – Weldon (Darlene), Halstead, KS; Daniel (Rosie), Halstead, KS; Charles (Liz), Prairie, MS; Floyd (Bethene), Halstead, KS; Edith (James) Jesser, Iroquois, SD; Larry (Lynette), Halstead, KS. Stepchildren – Glenda (Lewellyn) Unruh, Galva, KS; Ron (Nevelyn), Del Norte, CO; Patricia (Earl) Toews, Victoria, TX; Wade (Mary) Centerville TN; 20 grandchildren; 16 step-grandchildren; 60 great grandchildren; 47 step great grandchildren; 8 step great great grandchildren. She is also survived by three brothers Chester, Willard and Kenneth Koehn and two sisters Bernice and Vada.She is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands Otis Koehn and Orval Mastre, 1 son, Sanford, 1 great granddaughter, 2 step great grandchildren, 4 brothers and 3 sisters.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at Gardenview Mennonite Church. Friends may call from 3 to 5 p.m., Monday, June 3, at Moundridge Funeral Home, with family greeting friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Gardenview Mennonite Church, Halstead, KS. Burial will be in the Halstead Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Moundridge Manor in care of Moundridge Funeral Home, PO Box 410, Moundridge, KS 67107.

Norma Jean Koehn Koehn Mastre |1928-2024|

Beth A. Davis, 66, passed away in her home, on May 31, 2024, in Partridge, at 4:04 a.m. in the loving arms of her husband Ray Davis. She was born in Osceola, IA to Donald Griffin and Maris Liggitt.

Beth graduated from Cherry Creek High School in 1976, where she met and married her surviving husband of 48 years, Ray Davis. After graduating high school, Beth worked as a medical assistant in Littleton and Denver, CO for over 20 years. Beth was a loving mother, and grandmother, and enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren.

Beth was an avid Denver Bronco Fan and lover of animals. Beth loved to travel with her husband, Ray. Her favorite vacation spots were Hawaii and Lake Texoma where Beth and Ray would camp and fish with their closest friends of 30 plus years, Bill and Jo Sleffel of Pretty Prairie, KS. Beth loved to shop for family and friends especially loved to collect jewelry, along with anything Native American.

Beth is survived by: husband, Ray Davis of Partridge; children, Theresa Fischer (Davis) of Arlington, Corey (Sarah) Davis of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Griffin and Mackenzie Fischer of Arlington, Chloe and Maximus Davis of Aurora, CO; brother, Greg (Allison) Griffin of Thornton, CO; in-laws, Bob (Vicky) Davis of Lyons, Donna (Larry) Casavant, and Tensé (Randy) Leach of Florida.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; step-father, Bud Anderson.

Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Beth was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

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 </figure>Beth A. Davis, 66, passed away in her home, on May 31, 2024, in Partridge, at 4:04 a.m. in the loving arms of her husband Ray Davis. She was born in Osceola, IA to Donald Griffin and Maris Liggitt.Beth graduated from Cherry Creek High School in 1976, where she met and married her surviving husband of 48 years, Ray Davis. After graduating high school, Beth worked as a medical assistant in Littleton and Denver, CO for over 20 years. Beth was a loving mother, and grandmother, and enjoyed spoiling her grandchildren.Beth was an avid Denver Bronco Fan and lover of animals. Beth loved to travel with her husband, Ray. Her favorite vacation spots were Hawaii and Lake Texoma where Beth and Ray would camp and fish with their closest friends of 30 plus years, Bill and Jo Sleffel of Pretty Prairie, KS. Beth loved to shop for family and friends especially loved to collect jewelry, along with anything Native American.Beth is survived by: husband, Ray Davis of Partridge; children, Theresa Fischer (Davis) of Arlington, Corey (Sarah) Davis of Aurora, CO; grandchildren, Griffin and Mackenzie Fischer of Arlington, Chloe and Maximus Davis of Aurora, CO; brother, Greg (Allison) Griffin of Thornton, CO; in-laws, Bob (Vicky) Davis of Lyons, Donna (Larry) Casavant, and Tensé (Randy) Leach of Florida.She was preceded in death by: her parents; step-father, Bud Anderson.Cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude’s Children Research Hospital, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. Beth was dearly loved and will be greatly missed.John 3:16For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

Beth Anne Davis |1957-2024|

Arlene Hoover, 84, of Medicine Lodge, KS, died Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at her residence.

She was born on December 30, 1939 in Lyons, KS, the daughter of Russell West and Jessie (Haden) West Killion. On July 15, 1955, she married Truman D. Hoover in Chase, KS. He preceded her in death on March 3, 2012.

Arlene was a homemaker and a member of the Christian Science faith.

Surviving are four children, Jo (Galen) Wedman of Medicine Lodge, KS, Rusty (Charlene) Hoover of Drumright, OK, Tammy (Trey) Cook of Drumright, OK, and Sherry (Terry) Barnes of Sapulpa, OK; grandchildren, Justin (Chelsea) Boor, Shawna (Corey) Schultz, Shane (Kristal) Strasburg, Shawn (Brie) Strasburg, Mac Cook, Erin Cook, Savanna (Jacob) Zinn, Alan (Rachael) Hoover, Kyle (Chelsea) Hoover, Courtney (Edward) Crandall, Justin (Michaela) Chandler, Jace Chandler, and Kristie (Mike) Isham; 19 great grandchildren and one on the way; one great great grandchild; three brothers, Bob (Marie) West, Mike (Pam) Killion, and Gary (Debbie) Killion.

Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son-in-law, Steve Strasburg and daughter-in-law, Dee Ann Hoover.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge, KS. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Euchee Valley Memorial Park, Cushing, Oklahoma with Pastor Mark Jackson officiating.

Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Quarters for Canines, in care of Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104.

Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Arlene Hoover, 84, of Medicine Lodge, KS, died Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at her residence.She was born on December 30, 1939 in Lyons, KS, the daughter of Russell West and Jessie (Haden) West Killion. On July 15, 1955, she married Truman D. Hoover in Chase, KS. He preceded her in death on March 3, 2012.Arlene was a homemaker and a member of the Christian Science faith.Surviving are four children, Jo (Galen) Wedman of Medicine Lodge, KS, Rusty (Charlene) Hoover of Drumright, OK, Tammy (Trey) Cook of Drumright, OK, and Sherry (Terry) Barnes of Sapulpa, OK; grandchildren, Justin (Chelsea) Boor, Shawna (Corey) Schultz, Shane (Kristal) Strasburg, Shawn (Brie) Strasburg, Mac Cook, Erin Cook, Savanna (Jacob) Zinn, Alan (Rachael) Hoover, Kyle (Chelsea) Hoover, Courtney (Edward) Crandall, Justin (Michaela) Chandler, Jace Chandler, and Kristie (Mike) Isham; 19 great grandchildren and one on the way; one great great grandchild; three brothers, Bob (Marie) West, Mike (Pam) Killion, and Gary (Debbie) Killion.Arlene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, son-in-law, Steve Strasburg and daughter-in-law, Dee Ann Hoover.Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the First Christian Church, Medicine Lodge, KS. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Tom Walters officiating.Graveside services will be held on Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the Euchee Valley Memorial Park, Cushing, Oklahoma with Pastor Mark Jackson officiating.Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or Quarters for Canines, in care of Larrison Funeral Home, 120 E. Lincoln, Medicine Lodge, KS 67104.Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Arlene Hoover |1939-2024|

Douglas Michael Goff of Waller, TX, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at that age of 81, following a lengthy illness.

Mike was born in Pratt, Kansas and spent his early years in Deerhead Township near Medicine Lodge, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Irene and Douglas Goff, and sisters, Barbara and Virginia.

Left behind are his loving wife, Ann of Waller, TX; daughter, Pam Cohnen and husband Alan of Waller, TX; granddaughters, Jennifer Hudgens and husband Kasey of Flint, TX and Erin Carantza of Houston, TX; great granddaughter, Melanie Sickles and great grandson, Paxton Hudgens of Flint, TX; two sisters, Ann Grover of Sequim, WA and Pat McCarty of Gold Hill, OR; and nephews, Sean McCarty of Waco, TX and Brian McCarty of Gold Hill, OR.

Mike attended Deerhead Grade School, a one room country school in rural Kansas and Medicine Lodge High School, graduating in 1961. He honorably served in the United States Navy from 1961 until 1965. Over a period of the next 35 years he was employed by three companies within the AT&amp;T Corporation, transferring to Houston in 1972. He and Ann married on October 8, 1990. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Pasadena, Texas.

Mike’s real joy was boating and offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. He and Ann spent many wonderful days fishing from his adopted homeport, Freeport, Texas.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Lake City Cemetery, Lake City, KS with Pastor Tom Walters officiating with military honors by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard.

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 </figure>Douglas Michael Goff of Waller, TX, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2024 at that age of 81, following a lengthy illness.Mike was born in Pratt, Kansas and spent his early years in Deerhead Township near Medicine Lodge, Kansas. He is preceded in death by his parents, Irene and Douglas Goff, and sisters, Barbara and Virginia.Left behind are his loving wife, Ann of Waller, TX; daughter, Pam Cohnen and husband Alan of Waller, TX; granddaughters, Jennifer Hudgens and husband Kasey of Flint, TX and Erin Carantza of Houston, TX; great granddaughter, Melanie Sickles and great grandson, Paxton Hudgens of Flint, TX; two sisters, Ann Grover of Sequim, WA and Pat McCarty of Gold Hill, OR; and nephews, Sean McCarty of Waco, TX and Brian McCarty of Gold Hill, OR.Mike attended Deerhead Grade School, a one room country school in rural Kansas and Medicine Lodge High School, graduating in 1961. He honorably served in the United States Navy from 1961 until 1965. Over a period of the next 35 years he was employed by three companies within the AT&amp;T Corporation, transferring to Houston in 1972. He and Ann married on October 8, 1990. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Pasadena, Texas.Mike’s real joy was boating and offshore fishing in the Gulf of Mexico. He and Ann spent many wonderful days fishing from his adopted homeport, Freeport, Texas.Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, June 10, 2024 at Lake City Cemetery, Lake City, KS with Pastor Tom Walters officiating with military honors by the U.S. Navy Honor Guard.Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.larrisonmortuary.com">www.larrisonmortuary.com</a>.

Douglas Michael Goff |1942-2024|

David Ross “Dave” Hederstedt, 83, of Hutchinson, died May 7, 2024, at his home. &nbsp;He was born August 22, 1940, in Salina, Kansas, to Ross and Myrtle (Veitch) Hederstedt.

Dave graduated from Salina Central High School in 1958, received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kansas in 1962, and his Juris Doctor degree from KU School of Law in 1965. He served in the United States Navy from 1966 to 1969 as an officer in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG). &nbsp;Dave then went to work in Lyndon, Kansas, for seven years in a private law practice with the firm Coffman, Jones &amp; Hederstedt. &nbsp;In 1975, he joined the First National Bank of Hutchinson Trust Department as a Trust Administrator. &nbsp;Dave retired as Senior Vice-President and Trust Officer for the bank in 2006. &nbsp;He was a member of the Reno County Bar Association and the American Bar Association.&nbsp;

Dave was actively involved in the Hutchinson community, serving on various boards of directors, and he was a strong advocate in Hutchinson and the State of Kansas for individuals with disabilities. &nbsp;His involvement included chairman of the Board of Directors for the Training and Evaluation Center of Hutchinson (TECH) and chairman of the Kansas Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities Services. &nbsp;Dave also served on the boards for Beyond Barriers (formerly Prairie Independent Living Resource Center), the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, the Hutchinson Public Library, United Way of Reno County, and the Delos V. Smith Senior Citizens Foundation. &nbsp;In addition, he served on the advisory committee for the Hutchinson Community College Legal Assistant program, was president of the Ambassadors Club for the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and was treasurer of Reno County Special Olympics Athletic Club. &nbsp;Dave was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, where he served on the Vestry.&nbsp;

On October 9, 1987, he married Valerie Ann (Walker) Tunnell, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;

Dave is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of 36 years, Valerie Hederstedt of Hutchinson; children, Sarah Blake (Chuck) of Hutchinson, Laura Hederstedt (Lance Irby) of Mission, KS, and Sam Hederstedt of Hutchinson; stepdaughters, Shawna Tunnell (Jamie Kanski) of McLean, VA, Julie Jimison (Scott) of Manhattan, KS, and Lori Landron (Carlos) of Hutchinson; five grandchildren, T. J. Briggs (Tucker), Rachel Kephart, Annie Blake, Charlie Kephart, and Joe Blake; eight step-grandchildren, Adam Jimison (Chelsi), Alex Clifford (Taylor), Josh Jimison (Rachel), Casey Jimison (Sarah), James Kanski, Sheridan Kanski, Grace Prigmore, and Jordan Kanski; step-great-grandchildren, Sloan Jimison and Cash Clifford; and good friend, co-parent and co-grandparent, Rae Pat Hederstedt of Hutchinson. Dave is also survived by cousins and many dear friends from all phases of his life. He truly loved his family and friends.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents and stepdaughter, Renée Speicher-Prigmore.

Memorial service will be June 6, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, with the Deacon Todd Ray officiating. &nbsp;Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. to service time at the church.&nbsp;

Following the service, everyone is invited to a come and go reception honoring Dave beginning at approximately 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at the Polo Bar &amp; Grill, 25 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. &nbsp;If you are not able to attend the church service, you are still welcome to join the family at the reception.&nbsp;

To view Dave's service, click the following link, the day of the service:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://m.facebook.com/gracechurchhutch">https://www.facebook.com/gracechurchhutch/live</a>

<figure>
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 <figcaption>David R. "Dave" Hederstedt</figcaption>
 </figure>David Ross “Dave” Hederstedt, 83, of Hutchinson, died May 7, 2024, at his home. &nbsp;He was born August 22, 1940, in Salina, Kansas, to Ross and Myrtle (Veitch) Hederstedt.Dave graduated from Salina Central High School in 1958, received his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Kansas in 1962, and his Juris Doctor degree from KU School of Law in 1965. He served in the United States Navy from 1966 to 1969 as an officer in the Judge Advocate General’s Corps (JAG). &nbsp;Dave then went to work in Lyndon, Kansas, for seven years in a private law practice with the firm Coffman, Jones &amp; Hederstedt. &nbsp;In 1975, he joined the First National Bank of Hutchinson Trust Department as a Trust Administrator. &nbsp;Dave retired as Senior Vice-President and Trust Officer for the bank in 2006. &nbsp;He was a member of the Reno County Bar Association and the American Bar Association.&nbsp;Dave was actively involved in the Hutchinson community, serving on various boards of directors, and he was a strong advocate in Hutchinson and the State of Kansas for individuals with disabilities. &nbsp;His involvement included chairman of the Board of Directors for the Training and Evaluation Center of Hutchinson (TECH) and chairman of the Kansas Planning Council for Developmental Disabilities Services. &nbsp;Dave also served on the boards for Beyond Barriers (formerly Prairie Independent Living Resource Center), the Disability Rights Center of Kansas, the Hutchinson Public Library, United Way of Reno County, and the Delos V. Smith Senior Citizens Foundation. &nbsp;In addition, he served on the advisory committee for the Hutchinson Community College Legal Assistant program, was president of the Ambassadors Club for the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce and was treasurer of Reno County Special Olympics Athletic Club. &nbsp;Dave was a member of Grace Episcopal Church, Hutchinson, where he served on the Vestry.&nbsp;On October 9, 1987, he married Valerie Ann (Walker) Tunnell, in Hutchinson. &nbsp;Dave is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of 36 years, Valerie Hederstedt of Hutchinson; children, Sarah Blake (Chuck) of Hutchinson, Laura Hederstedt (Lance Irby) of Mission, KS, and Sam Hederstedt of Hutchinson; stepdaughters, Shawna Tunnell (Jamie Kanski) of McLean, VA, Julie Jimison (Scott) of Manhattan, KS, and Lori Landron (Carlos) of Hutchinson; five grandchildren, T. J. Briggs (Tucker), Rachel Kephart, Annie Blake, Charlie Kephart, and Joe Blake; eight step-grandchildren, Adam Jimison (Chelsi), Alex Clifford (Taylor), Josh Jimison (Rachel), Casey Jimison (Sarah), James Kanski, Sheridan Kanski, Grace Prigmore, and Jordan Kanski; step-great-grandchildren, Sloan Jimison and Cash Clifford; and good friend, co-parent and co-grandparent, Rae Pat Hederstedt of Hutchinson. Dave is also survived by cousins and many dear friends from all phases of his life. He truly loved his family and friends.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and stepdaughter, Renée Speicher-Prigmore.Memorial service will be June 6, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 2 Hyde Park Drive, Hutchinson, with the Deacon Todd Ray officiating. &nbsp;Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. to service time at the church.&nbsp;Following the service, everyone is invited to a come and go reception honoring Dave beginning at approximately 3:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. at the Polo Bar &amp; Grill, 25 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson. &nbsp;If you are not able to attend the church service, you are still welcome to join the family at the reception.&nbsp;To view Dave's service, click the following link, the day of the service:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://m.facebook.com/gracechurchhutch">https://www.facebook.com/gracechurchhutch/live</a>

David R. "Dave" Hederstedt |1940-2024|

Jonas William “Bill” Street, 85, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at his home in Arlington, KS. Bill was born March 6, 1939, in Vinita, OK, the son of Jonas Maurice and Martha Louise (Speed) Street.

Bill graduated from Yates Center High School, Yates Center, KS in 1957. After high school, Bill enlisted in the United States Army in 1957 and was honorably discharged in 1959. Bill was an artist and craftsman. He enjoyed wood working, creating beautiful and unique pieces. He also enjoyed fishing and spending all his free time with his family. Bill was a member of the VFW, American Legion and Legion Riders.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, John Maurice Street.

Bill is survived by his four children, Dana C. Setter, Jonas C. (Laurie) Street, John G. (Sherri) Street, and Darcy A. (Aaron) Basye; one stepdaughter, Barbara (Scott) Bontrager; one sister, Martha J. Allen; 12 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.

Per Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502. The family would like to say a special thank you to Bill’s friends, community and care givers.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717161570465.jpeg" alt="Jonas William “Bill” Street" />
 <figcaption>Jonas William “Bill” Street</figcaption>
 </figure>Jonas William “Bill” Street, 85, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2024, at his home in Arlington, KS. Bill was born March 6, 1939, in Vinita, OK, the son of Jonas Maurice and Martha Louise (Speed) Street.Bill graduated from Yates Center High School, Yates Center, KS in 1957. After high school, Bill enlisted in the United States Army in 1957 and was honorably discharged in 1959. Bill was an artist and craftsman. He enjoyed wood working, creating beautiful and unique pieces. He also enjoyed fishing and spending all his free time with his family. Bill was a member of the VFW, American Legion and Legion Riders.He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, John Maurice Street.Bill is survived by his four children, Dana C. Setter, Jonas C. (Laurie) Street, John G. (Sherri) Street, and Darcy A. (Aaron) Basye; one stepdaughter, Barbara (Scott) Bontrager; one sister, Martha J. Allen; 12 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.Per Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center and can be sent in care of Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67502. The family would like to say a special thank you to Bill’s friends, community and care givers.

Jonas William “Bill” Street |1939-2024|

Donna M. Tritsch, 69, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Select Specialty in Wichita. She was born on April 15, 1955 in Wichita to Donald Edward and Dorothea (Miessler) Williams. Donna married Robert "Bob" Lawrence Tritsch on October 2, 1982 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Natrona. He preceded her in death on August 2, 2015.

Donna graduated from Pratt High School in 1973. She worked as a Special Education teacher at Burlingame, Kansas for 5 years before coming to Pratt to teach at Liberty Middle School for 40 years. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was on the Finance Board and Church Choir. She enjoyed spending time with her children, swimming laps at her pool and assisting with Vacation Bible School.

She is survived by her sons, Ryan Tritsch and Clinton Tritsch both of Pratt; siblings, Roger (Renee') Williams of Wichita, Mike (Ellen) Williams of Derby, Pam Kilgariff of Blackburn, Oklahoma and Debbie (Steve) Webster of Great Bend; and many nieces and nephews.

Donna is preceded in death by her parents; brother, David Williams; brother in-law, Russell Kilgariff; and great-nephews, Andrew Williams and Taylor Woods.

Visitation will be Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. &nbsp;Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 3, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Schotte presiding. Burial will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery, Natrona.

Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Donna M. Tritsch</figcaption>
 </figure>Donna M. Tritsch, 69, passed away Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis Select Specialty in Wichita. She was born on April 15, 1955 in Wichita to Donald Edward and Dorothea (Miessler) Williams. Donna married Robert "Bob" Lawrence Tritsch on October 2, 1982 at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Natrona. He preceded her in death on August 2, 2015.Donna graduated from Pratt High School in 1973. She worked as a Special Education teacher at Burlingame, Kansas for 5 years before coming to Pratt to teach at Liberty Middle School for 40 years. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church where she was on the Finance Board and Church Choir. She enjoyed spending time with her children, swimming laps at her pool and assisting with Vacation Bible School.She is survived by her sons, Ryan Tritsch and Clinton Tritsch both of Pratt; siblings, Roger (Renee') Williams of Wichita, Mike (Ellen) Williams of Derby, Pam Kilgariff of Blackburn, Oklahoma and Debbie (Steve) Webster of Great Bend; and many nieces and nephews.Donna is preceded in death by her parents; brother, David Williams; brother in-law, Russell Kilgariff; and great-nephews, Andrew Williams and Taylor Woods.Visitation will be Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt. &nbsp;Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 3, 2024 at St. Paul Lutheran Church with Pastor Michael Schotte presiding. Burial will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Church Cemetery, Natrona.Memorials may be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church in care of Larrison Mortuary.&nbsp;

Donna M. Tritsch |1955-2024|

Paul “Mike” Michael Allphin- Mike passed away on May 28, 2024 at the Hospice House in Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1946 at the Pratt City Hospital in Pratt, Kansas to Calvin and Dorine (Faulkner) Allphin. He attended Coats Grade and High Schools and was a part of the 1964 class.

Mike loved everything about horses, being a cowboy and being a good friend. He lived many places, knew many people, and made many, many friends. He enjoyed his family and spending time with the little ones. He had a good heart and a kind soul and was a devoted and loyal friend. If you were in his circle, he had your back. Mike was always working on and building things. He could fix anything-truly a jack of all trades. He was a skilled mechanic and carpenter. He was creative and talented in working with wood, metal and leather. When he was doing all the cowboy things, he was living his best life. He will be missed by many and by those who knew him best.

He is survived by his wife, Marchelle; Son, Steve (Shannon) Allphin; Daughters, Judy (Lenny) Zimmerman and Tami (Steve) Clark; Son, Paul (Chrissy) Simmons; Step-daughters, Angela (Brett) Reinhart, Renia Becerra, and Amanda Becerra; Sister, Deana (Eddie) Lenkner. He also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and a host of many good friends.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Coats Cemetery in Coats, Kansas with Pastor Montie McFerrin officiating from the SaltCity Cowboy Church in South Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book &nbsp;from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 30th and Friday, May 31st at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Reins of Hope or the Hutchinson Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd., Pratt, Kansas.

Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.LarrisonMortuary.com">www.LarrisonMortuary.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717161169637.jpeg" alt="Paul "Mike" Michael Allphin" />
 <figcaption>Paul "Mike" Michael Allphin</figcaption>
 </figure>Paul “Mike” Michael Allphin- Mike passed away on May 28, 2024 at the Hospice House in Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born on September 7, 1946 at the Pratt City Hospital in Pratt, Kansas to Calvin and Dorine (Faulkner) Allphin. He attended Coats Grade and High Schools and was a part of the 1964 class.Mike loved everything about horses, being a cowboy and being a good friend. He lived many places, knew many people, and made many, many friends. He enjoyed his family and spending time with the little ones. He had a good heart and a kind soul and was a devoted and loyal friend. If you were in his circle, he had your back. Mike was always working on and building things. He could fix anything-truly a jack of all trades. He was a skilled mechanic and carpenter. He was creative and talented in working with wood, metal and leather. When he was doing all the cowboy things, he was living his best life. He will be missed by many and by those who knew him best.He is survived by his wife, Marchelle; Son, Steve (Shannon) Allphin; Daughters, Judy (Lenny) Zimmerman and Tami (Steve) Clark; Son, Paul (Chrissy) Simmons; Step-daughters, Angela (Brett) Reinhart, Renia Becerra, and Amanda Becerra; Sister, Deana (Eddie) Lenkner. He also leaves behind 14 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and a host of many good friends.He is preceded in death by his parents.A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 3, 2024 at Coats Cemetery in Coats, Kansas with Pastor Montie McFerrin officiating from the SaltCity Cowboy Church in South Hutchinson. Friends may sign the book &nbsp;from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 30th and Friday, May 31st at Larrison Mortuary, Pratt, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Reins of Hope or the Hutchinson Humane Society in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Rd., Pratt, Kansas.Online condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.LarrisonMortuary.com">www.LarrisonMortuary.com</a>.

Paul “Mike” Michael Allphin |1946-2024|

Keith Alan Wingert, age 55, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on May 25, 2024, surrounded by his very close loved ones. He was born on May 5, 1969, in Hutchinson, Kansas to Judy (McAfee) Caviness and Jerry Wingert.

Keith was a very dedicated and hardworking welder, having worked for several companies including Consolidated Mfg, Kuhn Krause, and most recently at Agco. Outside of work, he found so much joy in going to car shows, gun shows, and concerts with his friends. He was a devoted Raiders fan, enjoyed watching wrestling religiously, riding his motorcycle and spending quality time with friends and family. He would always send tons of funny TikTok videos, recipes and any other crazy things he wanted to look at and make us laugh. Many restaurants knew exactly what he ordered, because he went in there so much. He loved his hot food, the hotter the better for him.

Keith will be remembered for his loving and friendly nature, always sporting a smile. He will be known for his kindness, generosity, and pride in his work. A family person and a great friend, Keith touched the lives of many with his warm heart and unwavering dedication. Once you were his family, you were family for life.

Keith is survived by his mother Judy Caviness, father Jerry Wingert, stepmother Sandra Wingert, sister Kim Baker, brother Roger (Lorie) Wingert, stepsister Bobbie Howard, stepbrother Richard Rinehart, maternal grandmother Virginia Casey, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friends.

He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents Ray and Elizabeth Wingert, stepfather Don Caviness, stepbrother Phillip Rinehart, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friends Jimmy Isenberg and Brian Halfman.

A celebration of Keith's life will be held on June 22, 2024, at 2pm. Details of the service will be shared on Facebook closer to the day. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717112029067.jpeg" alt="Keith Alan Wingert" />
 <figcaption>Keith Alan Wingert</figcaption>
 </figure>Keith Alan Wingert, age 55, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away on May 25, 2024, surrounded by his very close loved ones. He was born on May 5, 1969, in Hutchinson, Kansas to Judy (McAfee) Caviness and Jerry Wingert.Keith was a very dedicated and hardworking welder, having worked for several companies including Consolidated Mfg, Kuhn Krause, and most recently at Agco. Outside of work, he found so much joy in going to car shows, gun shows, and concerts with his friends. He was a devoted Raiders fan, enjoyed watching wrestling religiously, riding his motorcycle and spending quality time with friends and family. He would always send tons of funny TikTok videos, recipes and any other crazy things he wanted to look at and make us laugh. Many restaurants knew exactly what he ordered, because he went in there so much. He loved his hot food, the hotter the better for him.Keith will be remembered for his loving and friendly nature, always sporting a smile. He will be known for his kindness, generosity, and pride in his work. A family person and a great friend, Keith touched the lives of many with his warm heart and unwavering dedication. Once you were his family, you were family for life.Keith is survived by his mother Judy Caviness, father Jerry Wingert, stepmother Sandra Wingert, sister Kim Baker, brother Roger (Lorie) Wingert, stepsister Bobbie Howard, stepbrother Richard Rinehart, maternal grandmother Virginia Casey, many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friends.He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents Ray and Elizabeth Wingert, stepfather Don Caviness, stepbrother Phillip Rinehart, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and best friends Jimmy Isenberg and Brian Halfman.A celebration of Keith's life will be held on June 22, 2024, at 2pm. Details of the service will be shared on Facebook closer to the day. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Cancer Council of Reno County or Hospice and HomeCare of Reno County.

Keith Alan Wingert |1969-2024|

Sarah S. Smith, 59, of Hutchinson, died May 25, 2024, at her home. She was born on May 5, 1965, in Clinton, OK. At 3 years old, she was adopted by Ralph William and Rose Madelene (Bunch) Walters.

Sarah graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1983. She worked as a secretary for Wiley Elementary School USD 308 for over 20 years. Sarah previously worked at Apple Lane Animal Hospital, The Highlands Golf Course, and Hutchinson Family Dental under Dr. Stucky as a dental assistant. In her free time, she enjoyed many hobbies. Sarah loved dotting, a form of painting using dots, scrapbooking, thrifting and going to garage sales, cruising in her Slugbug, and playing Bunco. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, doing chips and salsa dates, and tending her ladybug garden with her granddaughters. Sports played a meaningful role in her life. She watched her son and, more recently, her granddaughters play sports, always with a handful of dill pickle sunflower seeds.

She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Sarah grew up attending Eastwood Church of Christ. She also attended CrossPoint Church and Temple Baptist Church in Hutchinson.

She married Brian Halula for a short time and later divorced. On July 4, 1988, she married Dan Smith in Hutchinson. They had two children and shared 34 years of marriage before they divorced.

Sarah is survived by her: daughter, Ashley (Josh) Bengtson of Hutchinson; son, Brody (Claire) Smith of Inman; granddaughters, Gracie and Claire Bengtson of Hutchinson; brother, Ray G. (Sandy) Walters of Independence, MO; sisters, Ruby Ducate of Lawrence, KS, and Bernadean ‘Bunny’ (Eddy) Egbert of Reeds Spring, MO; biological brother, Donny (Alice) Alexander of Hinton, OK; biological half-sister, Jamie (Mark) Rowan of Binger, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Lois F. Thayer; and nephew, Jeffery Slavenburg.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, 2024.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNjk0NTMzMzMxMTMwNSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the livestream.</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716993496347.png" alt="Sarah Smith" />
 <figcaption>Sarah Smith</figcaption>
 </figure>Sarah S. Smith, 59, of Hutchinson, died May 25, 2024, at her home. She was born on May 5, 1965, in Clinton, OK. At 3 years old, she was adopted by Ralph William and Rose Madelene (Bunch) Walters.Sarah graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1983. She worked as a secretary for Wiley Elementary School USD 308 for over 20 years. Sarah previously worked at Apple Lane Animal Hospital, The Highlands Golf Course, and Hutchinson Family Dental under Dr. Stucky as a dental assistant. In her free time, she enjoyed many hobbies. Sarah loved dotting, a form of painting using dots, scrapbooking, thrifting and going to garage sales, cruising in her Slugbug, and playing Bunco. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, doing chips and salsa dates, and tending her ladybug garden with her granddaughters. Sports played a meaningful role in her life. She watched her son and, more recently, her granddaughters play sports, always with a handful of dill pickle sunflower seeds.She was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother. Sarah grew up attending Eastwood Church of Christ. She also attended CrossPoint Church and Temple Baptist Church in Hutchinson.She married Brian Halula for a short time and later divorced. On July 4, 1988, she married Dan Smith in Hutchinson. They had two children and shared 34 years of marriage before they divorced.Sarah is survived by her: daughter, Ashley (Josh) Bengtson of Hutchinson; son, Brody (Claire) Smith of Inman; granddaughters, Gracie and Claire Bengtson of Hutchinson; brother, Ray G. (Sandy) Walters of Independence, MO; sisters, Ruby Ducate of Lawrence, KS, and Bernadean ‘Bunny’ (Eddy) Egbert of Reeds Spring, MO; biological brother, Donny (Alice) Alexander of Hinton, OK; biological half-sister, Jamie (Mark) Rowan of Binger, OK; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by: her parents; sister, Lois F. Thayer; and nephew, Jeffery Slavenburg.Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 1, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. Burial will follow in Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday, with family present from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, May 31, 2024.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcxNjk0NTMzMzMxMTMwNSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the livestream.</a>

Sarah S. Smith |1965-2024|

Rodney James “Rod” Renollet, 86, of Inman, Kansas, passed away May 30, 2024, at The Arbors at Waldron Place, Hutchinson, Kansas. 

He was born October 22, 1937, in Sterling, Kansas, the son of Roy Ray and Anna Belle (Fenwick) Renollet. 

Rod has resided in Inman since 2019, formerly of Sterling. He graduated from Sterling High School with the class of 1955. Rod was a chief operator in the Fractionation industry for over thirty-five years, retiring from Koch Industries in 2002. He was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Hutchinson and attended the Inman Mennonite Church. 

On November 15, 1959, Rod was united in marriage with Betty Louise White in Sterling. She preceded him in death on September 22, 2016. He is also preceded in death by his parents; son, Mike Renollet; three brothers, Hank Renollet, J.R. Renollet, and Lyle Renollet; sister, Joyce Renollet; and grandson, Clayton Renollet. 

Rod is survived by his son, Rich Renollet and wife Annmarie of Bel Aire, KS; two daughters, Kim Hendrickson and husband Bill of Buhler, KS, and Mary Norris and husband Jack of Inman, KS; two brothers, Gene Renollet and wife Alice of Platte City, MO, and Bob Renollet and wife Joan of Lyons, KS; nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. 

Funeral service will be at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Inman Mennonite Church, with Pastor Harold Nelson officiating. Burial will be at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Rod was an avid Kansas City Royals fan, the family suggests wearing casual Royals attire in honor of him. 

Visitation will be Saturday, June 1, at 1:30 until service time at the church. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Alzheimer’s Association of Central &amp; Western Kansas in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1717111484556.jpeg" alt="Rodney James “Rod” Renollet" />
 <figcaption>Rodney James “Rod” Renollet</figcaption>
 </figure>Rodney James “Rod” Renollet, 86, of Inman, Kansas, passed away May 30, 2024, at The Arbors at Waldron Place, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born October 22, 1937, in Sterling, Kansas, the son of Roy Ray and Anna Belle (Fenwick) Renollet. Rod has resided in Inman since 2019, formerly of Sterling. He graduated from Sterling High School with the class of 1955. Rod was a chief operator in the Fractionation industry for over thirty-five years, retiring from Koch Industries in 2002. He was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Hutchinson and attended the Inman Mennonite Church. On November 15, 1959, Rod was united in marriage with Betty Louise White in Sterling. She preceded him in death on September 22, 2016. He is also preceded in death by his parents; son, Mike Renollet; three brothers, Hank Renollet, J.R. Renollet, and Lyle Renollet; sister, Joyce Renollet; and grandson, Clayton Renollet. Rod is survived by his son, Rich Renollet and wife Annmarie of Bel Aire, KS; two daughters, Kim Hendrickson and husband Bill of Buhler, KS, and Mary Norris and husband Jack of Inman, KS; two brothers, Gene Renollet and wife Alice of Platte City, MO, and Bob Renollet and wife Joan of Lyons, KS; nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral service will be at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Inman Mennonite Church, with Pastor Harold Nelson officiating. Burial will be at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Rod was an avid Kansas City Royals fan, the family suggests wearing casual Royals attire in honor of him. Visitation will be Saturday, June 1, at 1:30 until service time at the church. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Alzheimer’s Association of Central &amp; Western Kansas in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Rodney James “Rod” Renollet |1937-2024|

Joseph Manuel Torrez, Jr., 38, died unexpectedly May 24, 2024, at his home. He was born February 7, 1986, in Hutchinson, to Joseph Gerard Torrez and Melissa Diane Crafton.

Joseph, or “Little Joe” as he was fondly called by his family and friends, graduated from Hutchinson High School, where he played football and wrestled. &nbsp;He enjoyed writing, painting, playing video games and his saxophone, and lifting weights. &nbsp;Joseph’s faith and family were what he treasured the most. &nbsp;He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, reading his Bible and daily praying the Rosary. &nbsp;Joseph cherished the time spent with his family and he would do anything for them.&nbsp;

Joseph is survived by: &nbsp;his mother, Melissa Crafton; father, Joe Torrez, both of Hutchinson; siblings, Jessica Phillips, Mary Torrez (Chris Biswell), Marcus Torrez, Alec Torrez, Trinity Torrez, Abigail Torrez, Rebeka Torrez, Eva Torrez, Julian Torrez, and Nicholas Torrez; nieces, Eloise and Francesca Biswell and Lyla and Mya Phillips; nephew, Alejandro Torrez; grandfather, Frank Torrez; grandmother, Louise Wagner, all of Hutchinson; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his brother, Matthew Torrez; grandfather, Melvin Crafton; grandmother, Mary Torrez; uncle, Ray Torrez; and aunt, Angela Young.

Parish Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2024, at the church. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 10, 2024, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends following the rosary at the church. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Joseph Torrez Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501. &nbsp;To benefit the Joseph Torrez Memorial Fund, please make the check payable to Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Joseph Manuel Torrez, Jr.</figcaption>
 </figure>Joseph Manuel Torrez, Jr., 38, died unexpectedly May 24, 2024, at his home. He was born February 7, 1986, in Hutchinson, to Joseph Gerard Torrez and Melissa Diane Crafton.Joseph, or “Little Joe” as he was fondly called by his family and friends, graduated from Hutchinson High School, where he played football and wrestled. &nbsp;He enjoyed writing, painting, playing video games and his saxophone, and lifting weights. &nbsp;Joseph’s faith and family were what he treasured the most. &nbsp;He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, South Hutchinson, reading his Bible and daily praying the Rosary. &nbsp;Joseph cherished the time spent with his family and he would do anything for them.&nbsp;Joseph is survived by: &nbsp;his mother, Melissa Crafton; father, Joe Torrez, both of Hutchinson; siblings, Jessica Phillips, Mary Torrez (Chris Biswell), Marcus Torrez, Alec Torrez, Trinity Torrez, Abigail Torrez, Rebeka Torrez, Eva Torrez, Julian Torrez, and Nicholas Torrez; nieces, Eloise and Francesca Biswell and Lyla and Mya Phillips; nephew, Alejandro Torrez; grandfather, Frank Torrez; grandmother, Louise Wagner, all of Hutchinson; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his brother, Matthew Torrez; grandfather, Melvin Crafton; grandmother, Mary Torrez; uncle, Ray Torrez; and aunt, Angela Young.Parish Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, June 7, 2024, at the church. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 10, 2024, at Fairlawn Burial Park, 2401 Carey Blvd., Hutchinson. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 to 3:00 p.m. Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;The family will receive friends following the rosary at the church. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Joseph Torrez Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501. &nbsp;To benefit the Joseph Torrez Memorial Fund, please make the check payable to Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

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