Richard Joseph Webb III, 73, of Walker, KS, died, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at his home. He was born December 22, 1949, in Hutchinson, KS to Richard Joseph and Mary Helen (Urban) Webb, Jr. His life partner was Louise Virginia Sheets. They were together for over 20 years until her passing on May 14, 2014.

He was a retired construction foreman and a veteran of the United States Navy. He served during the Vietnam War and received two Purple Hearts and other service medals. Richard grew up in South Hutchinson, KS and attended high school in Nickerson, KS. He has lived in Walker, KS since 1995. Richard was a member of Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751, Military Honor Guard Funeral Detail, and attended St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Walker, KS.

Richard is survived by: his mother, Mary Helen Webb, South Hutchinson, KS; siblings, Catherine Hixon, Patricia (Harlon) Best, Barbara Webb all of Hutchinson, KS, Frances (Robert) Ronnau, Christine Webb-Mikesell, all of Mesa, AZ, Rita (Kris) Carpenter, Colwich, KS, Mary Walker and David Cunningham, Overland Park, KS, David Webb and Daniel Webb, both of South Hutchinson, KS; numerous nieces and nephews.

Richard was preceded in death by: his father, Richard Joseph Webb Jr.; life partner, Louise Virginia Sheets; and sisters, Ruth Martinie and Vivian Sorenson.

Parish Rosary will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, KS, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., Father Eric Weldon will officiate both services. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 25, 2023, at the Winterset Cemetery, south of Gorham, KS. Military Honors will be conducted by the Victoria V.F.W. Honor Guard.

Memorials are suggested to Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692745177724.png" alt="Richard Joseph Webb III" />
 <figcaption>Richard Joseph Webb III</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard Joseph Webb III, 73, of Walker, KS, died, Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at his home. He was born December 22, 1949, in Hutchinson, KS to Richard Joseph and Mary Helen (Urban) Webb, Jr. His life partner was Louise Virginia Sheets. They were together for over 20 years until her passing on May 14, 2014.He was a retired construction foreman and a veteran of the United States Navy. He served during the Vietnam War and received two Purple Hearts and other service medals. Richard grew up in South Hutchinson, KS and attended high school in Nickerson, KS. He has lived in Walker, KS since 1995. Richard was a member of Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751, Military Honor Guard Funeral Detail, and attended St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Walker, KS.Richard is survived by: his mother, Mary Helen Webb, South Hutchinson, KS; siblings, Catherine Hixon, Patricia (Harlon) Best, Barbara Webb all of Hutchinson, KS, Frances (Robert) Ronnau, Christine Webb-Mikesell, all of Mesa, AZ, Rita (Kris) Carpenter, Colwich, KS, Mary Walker and David Cunningham, Overland Park, KS, David Webb and Daniel Webb, both of South Hutchinson, KS; numerous nieces and nephews.Richard was preceded in death by: his father, Richard Joseph Webb Jr.; life partner, Louise Virginia Sheets; and sisters, Ruth Martinie and Vivian Sorenson.Parish Rosary will be 9:30 a.m. Saturday, September 23, 2023, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, 612 S. Maple, South Hutchinson, KS, followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m., Father Eric Weldon will officiate both services. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, September 25, 2023, at the Winterset Cemetery, south of Gorham, KS. Military Honors will be conducted by the Victoria V.F.W. Honor Guard.Memorials are suggested to Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Richard Joseph Webb III |1949-2023|

David W. Snodgrass, 63, of Haven, Kansas passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at his home. He was born July 6, 1960 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Dale L. and Barbara (Jacob) Snodgrass.

He graduated from Haven High School with the class of 1978.

David worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service and was also a NALC union member for 38 years, retiring in 2017.

He was united in marriage to Cynthia Preisser on June 4, 1983 in St. Joe, Kansas.

He never knew a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Above everything, David loved his children and grandchildren.

David is survived by his wife, Cindy Snodgrass of the home; sons, Jared (Savannah) Snodgrass of Sterling, and Dylan Snodgrass of Haven; three grandchildren, Cody, Penelope, and Jackson Snodgrass of Sterling; two brothers, Jack (Valerie) Snodgrass and John Snodgrass, both of Mt. Hope; and nephew and niece, Jeremy and Nicole.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Joseph D. Snodgrass.

Cremation is planned. A celebration of life service will be announced and held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Victory in the Valley, 3755 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67218 or be sent in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, KS 67543.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692745018749.jpeg" alt="David Snodgrass" />
 <figcaption>David Snodgrass</figcaption>
 </figure>David W. Snodgrass, 63, of Haven, Kansas passed away Monday, August 14, 2023 at his home. He was born July 6, 1960 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Dale L. and Barbara (Jacob) Snodgrass.He graduated from Haven High School with the class of 1978.David worked as a letter carrier for the United States Postal Service and was also a NALC union member for 38 years, retiring in 2017.He was united in marriage to Cynthia Preisser on June 4, 1983 in St. Joe, Kansas.He never knew a stranger and could strike up a conversation with anyone. Above everything, David loved his children and grandchildren.David is survived by his wife, Cindy Snodgrass of the home; sons, Jared (Savannah) Snodgrass of Sterling, and Dylan Snodgrass of Haven; three grandchildren, Cody, Penelope, and Jackson Snodgrass of Sterling; two brothers, Jack (Valerie) Snodgrass and John Snodgrass, both of Mt. Hope; and nephew and niece, Jeremy and Nicole.He was preceded in death by his parents; and son, Joseph D. Snodgrass.Cremation is planned. A celebration of life service will be announced and held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Victory in the Valley, 3755 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67218 or be sent in care of Ott Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Haven, KS 67543.

David W. Snodgrass |1960-2023|

Natasha Cole Glass, 35, passed away August 20, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born September 11, 1987, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Jason Peak and Mendy Glass Peak. She was a graduate of Buhler High School. Natasha had worked for PRA and most recently for Air Gas, Hutchinson.

She is survived by her dad, Hutchinson; her mother, Hutchinson; 2 daughters, Taylah Mason and Abigail Gordon, Hutchinson; a brother, Brian (Sarah) Glass, Buhler; her paternal grandparents, Gary (Nancy) Peak, Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Courtney Peak, Buhler; aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews; and Abigail’s father, Dustin Gordon.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Josh Peak and her maternal grandparents, Gerald “Buddy” Glass and Peggy Elliott.

Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, August 25, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home. Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page. Memorial contributions may be made to Natasha’s daughters, Taylah Mason and Abigail Gordon, in care of the funeral home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692727629887.jpeg" alt="Natasha Glass" />
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 </figure>Natasha Cole Glass, 35, passed away August 20, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center. She was born September 11, 1987, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Jason Peak and Mendy Glass Peak. She was a graduate of Buhler High School. Natasha had worked for PRA and most recently for Air Gas, Hutchinson.She is survived by her dad, Hutchinson; her mother, Hutchinson; 2 daughters, Taylah Mason and Abigail Gordon, Hutchinson; a brother, Brian (Sarah) Glass, Buhler; her paternal grandparents, Gary (Nancy) Peak, Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Courtney Peak, Buhler; aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews; and Abigail’s father, Dustin Gordon.She was preceded in death by her brother, Josh Peak and her maternal grandparents, Gerald “Buddy” Glass and Peggy Elliott.Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Friday, August 25, 2023, at Inman Funeral Home. Services will be live streamed on the Inman Funeral Home Facebook page. Memorial contributions may be made to Natasha’s daughters, Taylah Mason and Abigail Gordon, in care of the funeral home. To leave a condolence for the family, visit: <a href="http://www.inmanfh.com">www.inmanfh.com</a>.

Natasha Cole Glass |1987-2023|

Born Monica E. Holland in 1932, to Daniel and Monica Holland of Hutchinson. Monica was raised on her parent’s farm just south of Hutchinson along with her five brothers and one sister. She graduated from St. Teresa High School in 1950, and later married Eugene Dick in 1953, her high school sweetheart. They shared 44 years of marriage before Eugene passed in 1998. They had four children: Kathleen Danks of Hutchinson, Diane Wilks of Wichita, Daniel Dick of Hutchinson, and Durrel Dick of Topeka. She had six grandchildren who she loved: Dustin Danks of Hutchinson, Dannon Danks (Amber) of Hutchinson, Jennifer Shaffer of Topeka, Chelsie Dosch (Wade) of Hutchinson, Jonathan Wilks (Kelsey) of Wichita, and Joseph Wilks of Wichita. Monica also had nine great grandchildren she loved: Eric, Cassie, Kimber, Wyatt, Shayley, Owen, Easton, Declan, and Irelynn.

Monica was a strong supporter of her church, St. Teresa Catholic Church, Hutchinson. Her Family, the Holland’s, were instrumental in helping to build and form the church and school in its early beginnings. Her faith and love for St. Teresa church was unmatched. Monica was well known to her family for preparing feasts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. She would always cook a great meal for anyone who came to visit on Sunday. Cooking was her specialty and she excelled at it. Monica loved cooking and experimenting with new recipes to which her children and grandchildren were her guinea pigs for her trials. She worked for 60 years as a secretary for a local insurance company before retiring after which she focused more on her family which she loved dearly.

Monica was proceeded in death by: &nbsp;her husband, Eugene Dick; parents, Daniel and Monica Holland; brothers, Edward, Francis, Ben, Richard, Jack; and one sister, Margaret.

She is survived by: her four children, six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.

Heaven has truly gained an angel and a phenomenal cook, she’ll be missed.

Rosary will be 11 am Saturday, August 26, 2023, followed by Mass of Christian Burial, both at St. Teresa Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Friday with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692724738466.jpeg" alt="Monica E. Dick" />
 <figcaption>Monica E. Dick</figcaption>
 </figure>Born Monica E. Holland in 1932, to Daniel and Monica Holland of Hutchinson. Monica was raised on her parent’s farm just south of Hutchinson along with her five brothers and one sister. She graduated from St. Teresa High School in 1950, and later married Eugene Dick in 1953, her high school sweetheart. They shared 44 years of marriage before Eugene passed in 1998. They had four children: Kathleen Danks of Hutchinson, Diane Wilks of Wichita, Daniel Dick of Hutchinson, and Durrel Dick of Topeka. She had six grandchildren who she loved: Dustin Danks of Hutchinson, Dannon Danks (Amber) of Hutchinson, Jennifer Shaffer of Topeka, Chelsie Dosch (Wade) of Hutchinson, Jonathan Wilks (Kelsey) of Wichita, and Joseph Wilks of Wichita. Monica also had nine great grandchildren she loved: Eric, Cassie, Kimber, Wyatt, Shayley, Owen, Easton, Declan, and Irelynn.Monica was a strong supporter of her church, St. Teresa Catholic Church, Hutchinson. Her Family, the Holland’s, were instrumental in helping to build and form the church and school in its early beginnings. Her faith and love for St. Teresa church was unmatched. Monica was well known to her family for preparing feasts for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Easter. She would always cook a great meal for anyone who came to visit on Sunday. Cooking was her specialty and she excelled at it. Monica loved cooking and experimenting with new recipes to which her children and grandchildren were her guinea pigs for her trials. She worked for 60 years as a secretary for a local insurance company before retiring after which she focused more on her family which she loved dearly.Monica was proceeded in death by: &nbsp;her husband, Eugene Dick; parents, Daniel and Monica Holland; brothers, Edward, Francis, Ben, Richard, Jack; and one sister, Margaret.She is survived by: her four children, six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.Heaven has truly gained an angel and a phenomenal cook, she’ll be missed.Rosary will be 11 am Saturday, August 26, 2023, followed by Mass of Christian Burial, both at St. Teresa Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 9 am to 8 pm Friday with family present from 5 to 7 pm at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Hospice House, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Monica E. Dick |1932-2023|

William Claude Fillingim was gifted to the world on Christmas Day, December 25, 1937. He was&nbsp;the fourth of nine children born to A. E. “Nick” and Elaine (Waters) Fillingim in Pensacola,&nbsp;Florida. His parents and family instilled in him a love of laughter, a desire to learn, and a&nbsp;determination to work hard. He grew up going to church, and when he was 18, he came to a&nbsp;personal relationship with Jesus Christ and was called to be a pastor. This became the&nbsp;driving force of the rest of his life.&nbsp;

After graduating from Pensacola High School, he attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky.&nbsp;He graduated with a bachelor’s degree and completed the first year of his seminary&nbsp;degree. At that time, he was eager to go someplace else in the world and get some practical experience. This led him to Bloom, Kansas, where he took his first pastorship at the Bloom United Methodist Church. This opportunity gave him a love for the plains, a love for the people of western Kansas, and, specifically, the love of an amazing woman. &nbsp;He and Anita Lea Esplund were married on August 3, 1963.

After their marriage, Claude and Anita moved to Boston, Massachusetts in order for Claude to&nbsp;finish his master’s degree in theology at Boston University. He obtained the degree, but more&nbsp;importantly, he and Anita welcomed the birth of their first child, Tanya Lea, in September of&nbsp;1964.

On completion of his degree, Claude accepted the pulpit in Bucklin, Kansas, at the United&nbsp;Methodist Church. During their nine years there, he and Anita impacted countless lives. Two&nbsp;children would also be born here: Layne Waters (who died at birth) and Debra Kay.&nbsp; In 1974, the family moved so that Claude could pastor at the United Methodist Church in&nbsp;Kingman, Kansas. Once again, Claude and Anita’s ministry played a major role in shaping the&nbsp;spiritual journey of those in their charge. One more child would be added to the family: David&nbsp;Wesley.

When his time at Kingman was through, rather than go directly to another pulpit, Claude decided to take his family to Campbell, California to seek some training. After eight months it became clear that the Fillingims needed to return to Kansas. They came back to headquarter in&nbsp;Minneola, Kansas for four months before taking charge of the United Methodist Church in&nbsp;Lincoln, Kansas. Claude pastored the church for three years and then decided to pursue his relationship with God in new ways. At first, he and Anita simply led a Bible study. It was not long before that Bible study became the creation of a new church: the Lincoln Christian Fellowship. They would continue to pastor there until 2003. In addition, he traveled extensively with the purpose of ministering to ministers in several countries around the world.

If you can call it retirement, Claude and Anita decided to retire to Thomaston, Georgia in order&nbsp;to be closer to Claude’s siblings. Once again, their ministry took off in powerful ways. They became part-time caterers and Bible study leaders. They turned their home into a spiritual oasis for all who entered.

The desire to be near to grandchildren (Tanya’s kids: Aaron and Kaylea) drew Claude and Anita back to Kansas. They returned to Kingman in 2012. Once again, they threw themselves into ministry: hosting Bible studies, catering events, and meeting the needs of those who came across their path.

Anita graduated to heaven in 2015. Claude had loved her with all his heart, but he also knew he&nbsp;had more love to give. It wasn’t long before he realized he desired a companion. His friendship&nbsp;with Pat (Sayles), whom he had officially known since 1974, turned into love. He married this&nbsp;amazing woman in the summer of 2017. They set up home in Hutchinson, Kansas. Their love was both precious and profound.

Claude departed this life on the evening of Saturday, August 19, 2023, in his home. He is&nbsp;preceded in death by his parents (A. E. and Elaine Fillingim), his first wife (Anita Esplund&nbsp;Fillingim), a child (Layne Waters Fillingim), and four siblings (Archie “Nick” Fillingim Jr., Janice&nbsp;Henderson, Ralph Fillingim, and Margaret Davis).&nbsp;

He is survived by his second wife (Pat Fillingim), three children and their spouses (Tanya and David Hein, Debra and Darin Raffety, and David and Erica Fillingim), two grandchildren (Aaron Hein and Kaylea Hein), four siblings and their spouses (Charles and Diane Fillingim of Pensacola, Florida, Robert and Linda Fillingim of Robertsdale, Alabama, James and Kay Fillingim of Daphne, Alabama, and Sharon and George Erickson of Pensacola, Florida), several in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends. His was a life well-lived.

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First Congregational Church, 3410 N. Plum, Hutchinson, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating. Graveside service will be at 3:00 p.m. in the Appleton Township Cemetery, Minneola, KS. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

<a href="https://firstcongregationalhutch.org/live-stream/">Click here to view Claude's funeral service.</a>

Memorials are suggested to the W. Claude Fillingim Memorial Fund (for the family to distribute to organizations Claude was passionate about), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/8/1692719380889.jpeg" alt="Claude Fillingim" />
 <figcaption>Claude Fillingim</figcaption>
 </figure>William Claude Fillingim was gifted to the world on Christmas Day, December 25, 1937. He was&nbsp;the fourth of nine children born to A. E. “Nick” and Elaine (Waters) Fillingim in Pensacola,&nbsp;Florida. His parents and family instilled in him a love of laughter, a desire to learn, and a&nbsp;determination to work hard. He grew up going to church, and when he was 18, he came to a&nbsp;personal relationship with Jesus Christ and was called to be a pastor. This became the&nbsp;driving force of the rest of his life.&nbsp;After graduating from Pensacola High School, he attended Asbury College in Wilmore, Kentucky.&nbsp;He graduated with a bachelor’s degree and completed the first year of his seminary&nbsp;degree. At that time, he was eager to go someplace else in the world and get some practical experience. This led him to Bloom, Kansas, where he took his first pastorship at the Bloom United Methodist Church. This opportunity gave him a love for the plains, a love for the people of western Kansas, and, specifically, the love of an amazing woman. &nbsp;He and Anita Lea Esplund were married on August 3, 1963.After their marriage, Claude and Anita moved to Boston, Massachusetts in order for Claude to&nbsp;finish his master’s degree in theology at Boston University. He obtained the degree, but more&nbsp;importantly, he and Anita welcomed the birth of their first child, Tanya Lea, in September of&nbsp;1964.On completion of his degree, Claude accepted the pulpit in Bucklin, Kansas, at the United&nbsp;Methodist Church. During their nine years there, he and Anita impacted countless lives. Two&nbsp;children would also be born here: Layne Waters (who died at birth) and Debra Kay.&nbsp; In 1974, the family moved so that Claude could pastor at the United Methodist Church in&nbsp;Kingman, Kansas. Once again, Claude and Anita’s ministry played a major role in shaping the&nbsp;spiritual journey of those in their charge. One more child would be added to the family: David&nbsp;Wesley.When his time at Kingman was through, rather than go directly to another pulpit, Claude decided to take his family to Campbell, California to seek some training. After eight months it became clear that the Fillingims needed to return to Kansas. They came back to headquarter in&nbsp;Minneola, Kansas for four months before taking charge of the United Methodist Church in&nbsp;Lincoln, Kansas. Claude pastored the church for three years and then decided to pursue his relationship with God in new ways. At first, he and Anita simply led a Bible study. It was not long before that Bible study became the creation of a new church: the Lincoln Christian Fellowship. They would continue to pastor there until 2003. In addition, he traveled extensively with the purpose of ministering to ministers in several countries around the world.If you can call it retirement, Claude and Anita decided to retire to Thomaston, Georgia in order&nbsp;to be closer to Claude’s siblings. Once again, their ministry took off in powerful ways. They became part-time caterers and Bible study leaders. They turned their home into a spiritual oasis for all who entered.The desire to be near to grandchildren (Tanya’s kids: Aaron and Kaylea) drew Claude and Anita back to Kansas. They returned to Kingman in 2012. Once again, they threw themselves into ministry: hosting Bible studies, catering events, and meeting the needs of those who came across their path.Anita graduated to heaven in 2015. Claude had loved her with all his heart, but he also knew he&nbsp;had more love to give. It wasn’t long before he realized he desired a companion. His friendship&nbsp;with Pat (Sayles), whom he had officially known since 1974, turned into love. He married this&nbsp;amazing woman in the summer of 2017. They set up home in Hutchinson, Kansas. Their love was both precious and profound.Claude departed this life on the evening of Saturday, August 19, 2023, in his home. He is&nbsp;preceded in death by his parents (A. E. and Elaine Fillingim), his first wife (Anita Esplund&nbsp;Fillingim), a child (Layne Waters Fillingim), and four siblings (Archie “Nick” Fillingim Jr., Janice&nbsp;Henderson, Ralph Fillingim, and Margaret Davis).&nbsp;He is survived by his second wife (Pat Fillingim), three children and their spouses (Tanya and David Hein, Debra and Darin Raffety, and David and Erica Fillingim), two grandchildren (Aaron Hein and Kaylea Hein), four siblings and their spouses (Charles and Diane Fillingim of Pensacola, Florida, Robert and Linda Fillingim of Robertsdale, Alabama, James and Kay Fillingim of Daphne, Alabama, and Sharon and George Erickson of Pensacola, Florida), several in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends. His was a life well-lived.Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m. Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First Congregational Church, 3410 N. Plum, Hutchinson, with Pastor Matt Stafford officiating. Graveside service will be at 3:00 p.m. in the Appleton Township Cemetery, Minneola, KS. &nbsp;Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday at Elliott Mortuary.<a href="https://firstcongregationalhutch.org/live-stream/">Click here to view Claude's funeral service.</a>Memorials are suggested to the W. Claude Fillingim Memorial Fund (for the family to distribute to organizations Claude was passionate about), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

William Claude Fillingim |1937-2023|

Ruth Ann Heinrichs, 76, died peacefully amongst her family on August 20, 2023, in her home in Hesston, Kansas. Ruth accepted the Lord as her savior when she was a child and knew her eternal home was in Heaven.

Ruth was born on January 9, 1946, in Cordell, Oklahoma, the daughter of Paul Richert, a farmer and rancher, and Hilda Friesen Richert, a teacher. She graduated from Weatherford High School in Oklahoma and then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1967, followed by a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Administration from Fort Hays State University.

Ruth married Dennis Heinrichs in 1967. A year later, Ruth and Dennis moved to Larned, Kansas. She was very active in the lives of her sons, Jeff and Greg, and made lifelong memories with picnics in the park, feeding the ducks, helping with 4-H projects at county and state fairs, watching them play sports, listening to their music concerts, and going on annual vacations to the mountains of Colorado. Always one to place a high value on education, Ruth was incredibly proud when Jeff and Greg each earned advanced degrees after graduating college.

Being Gramma was a role Ruth approached with love and took seriously. She maximized the time she spent with her five grandkids, Casey, Emmah, Aaron, Josie, and Toby, and taught them to read and do math. Her grandkids knew her favorite multiplication problem of 7x8 because 56, 7, 8. The grandkids also learned from Gramma valuable life skills like cooking, sewing, cleaning, playing with a yo-yo, winning card games, and getting dirty while playing hard.

She spoiled her grandkids and created special memories for each of them. She knew each grandkid’s food preferences and went to great lengths to give them all exactly what they wanted, even within the same meal. This often meant having four different kinds of mustard, chocolate chip cookies with and without nuts, and up to seven kinds of ice cream with chocolate syrup, chocolate sprinkles, and “shoom” – Cool Whip to the rest of the world. Once a new name for something was coined by a grandkid, Ruth used it for life. She was also fond of going to Dairy McQueen for hangaburgers and the grandkids knew there would be extra goo (icing) in a separate bowl served with a family breakfast favorite, bubble loaf.

Ruth took pride in her home and used it as a display of love for her family. Every wall was covered with framed artwork made by Jeff and Greg in grade school and the grandkids. While Ruth kept her home clean, there was one exception. Ruth considered the handprints and fingerprints of her grandkids on the windows to be valuable reminders of what she loved most. Those stayed on the windows while the rest of the house was cleaned and restocked with the grandkids’ favorite things so she was ready for the next time grandchildren came to visit.

Ruth devoted her professional career to educating students. Her first job was teaching 3rd graders in Hillsboro, Kansas. After her first day, she said, “I used up everything I learned in college in the first 20 minutes.” That first day at Suncrest Elementary, as rough as it may have been, was the first of several thousand more days working in schools during her life. Thousands of people who went through the Hillsboro, Larned, and Great Bend school systems are better mathematicians and readers because of Ruth’s work. Many of them, including Greg, also chose a career in education thanks to Ruth.

She taught different grades at Larned’s four elementary schools with most of her time spent teaching Kindergarten. She was the teacher that Larned’s students wanted to get because she engaged students and made learning fun. She was also sought by parents because they knew their children would be loved and taught by one of the best.

Ruth did not just impact the lives of children. She changed the lives of her colleagues. She was proud of being the first female teacher in the Larned School District to wear pants – a violation of the school district’s dress code at the time. Soon after her daring clothing choice, the Board of Education changed its policy to better accommodate all women in the district.

Retirement was a blessing because it allowed Ruth and Dennis more time to travel; a passion they shared even in the final weeks of her life. They visited Yellowstone, Glacier, Arches, and Grand Canyon National Parks. The family celebrated Ruth and Dennis’ 50th wedding anniversary in Alaska. Ruth also made stops in Canada, Mexico, Germany, Italy, and France.

Ruth is survived by her husband Dennis; son Jeff, his wife Becky and their children Emmah and Aaron of New Port Richey, Florida; son Greg, his wife Jennea and their children Casey, Josie, and Toby of Hesston, Kansas; brother Jim and his wife Lynda, of Clinton, Oklahoma; brother Steve and his wife Lisa of Mangum, Oklahoma; sister-in-law Kristin of Denver, Colorado; and six nieces and nephews and their families.

Ruth is preceded in death by her father, Paul Richert, her mother Hilda Friesen Richert, her father-in-law Allen Heinrichs, and her mother-in-law Kathryn Heinrichs.

A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at Hesston Mennonite Brethren Church in Hesston, Kansas on August 26, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. The family requests that instead of flowers, donations be made to the Hesston Mennonite Brethren Church Youth Camp Scholarship Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

<figure>
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 </figure>Ruth Ann Heinrichs, 76, died peacefully amongst her family on August 20, 2023, in her home in Hesston, Kansas. Ruth accepted the Lord as her savior when she was a child and knew her eternal home was in Heaven.Ruth was born on January 9, 1946, in Cordell, Oklahoma, the daughter of Paul Richert, a farmer and rancher, and Hilda Friesen Richert, a teacher. She graduated from Weatherford High School in Oklahoma and then earned a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education at Southwestern Oklahoma State University in 1967, followed by a Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education and Administration from Fort Hays State University.Ruth married Dennis Heinrichs in 1967. A year later, Ruth and Dennis moved to Larned, Kansas. She was very active in the lives of her sons, Jeff and Greg, and made lifelong memories with picnics in the park, feeding the ducks, helping with 4-H projects at county and state fairs, watching them play sports, listening to their music concerts, and going on annual vacations to the mountains of Colorado. Always one to place a high value on education, Ruth was incredibly proud when Jeff and Greg each earned advanced degrees after graduating college.Being Gramma was a role Ruth approached with love and took seriously. She maximized the time she spent with her five grandkids, Casey, Emmah, Aaron, Josie, and Toby, and taught them to read and do math. Her grandkids knew her favorite multiplication problem of 7x8 because 56, 7, 8. The grandkids also learned from Gramma valuable life skills like cooking, sewing, cleaning, playing with a yo-yo, winning card games, and getting dirty while playing hard.She spoiled her grandkids and created special memories for each of them. She knew each grandkid’s food preferences and went to great lengths to give them all exactly what they wanted, even within the same meal. This often meant having four different kinds of mustard, chocolate chip cookies with and without nuts, and up to seven kinds of ice cream with chocolate syrup, chocolate sprinkles, and “shoom” – Cool Whip to the rest of the world. Once a new name for something was coined by a grandkid, Ruth used it for life. She was also fond of going to Dairy McQueen for hangaburgers and the grandkids knew there would be extra goo (icing) in a separate bowl served with a family breakfast favorite, bubble loaf.Ruth took pride in her home and used it as a display of love for her family. Every wall was covered with framed artwork made by Jeff and Greg in grade school and the grandkids. While Ruth kept her home clean, there was one exception. Ruth considered the handprints and fingerprints of her grandkids on the windows to be valuable reminders of what she loved most. Those stayed on the windows while the rest of the house was cleaned and restocked with the grandkids’ favorite things so she was ready for the next time grandchildren came to visit.Ruth devoted her professional career to educating students. Her first job was teaching 3rd graders in Hillsboro, Kansas. After her first day, she said, “I used up everything I learned in college in the first 20 minutes.” That first day at Suncrest Elementary, as rough as it may have been, was the first of several thousand more days working in schools during her life. Thousands of people who went through the Hillsboro, Larned, and Great Bend school systems are better mathematicians and readers because of Ruth’s work. Many of them, including Greg, also chose a career in education thanks to Ruth.She taught different grades at Larned’s four elementary schools with most of her time spent teaching Kindergarten. She was the teacher that Larned’s students wanted to get because she engaged students and made learning fun. She was also sought by parents because they knew their children would be loved and taught by one of the best.Ruth did not just impact the lives of children. She changed the lives of her colleagues. She was proud of being the first female teacher in the Larned School District to wear pants – a violation of the school district’s dress code at the time. Soon after her daring clothing choice, the Board of Education changed its policy to better accommodate all women in the district.Retirement was a blessing because it allowed Ruth and Dennis more time to travel; a passion they shared even in the final weeks of her life. They visited Yellowstone, Glacier, Arches, and Grand Canyon National Parks. The family celebrated Ruth and Dennis’ 50th wedding anniversary in Alaska. Ruth also made stops in Canada, Mexico, Germany, Italy, and France.Ruth is survived by her husband Dennis; son Jeff, his wife Becky and their children Emmah and Aaron of New Port Richey, Florida; son Greg, his wife Jennea and their children Casey, Josie, and Toby of Hesston, Kansas; brother Jim and his wife Lynda, of Clinton, Oklahoma; brother Steve and his wife Lisa of Mangum, Oklahoma; sister-in-law Kristin of Denver, Colorado; and six nieces and nephews and their families.Ruth is preceded in death by her father, Paul Richert, her mother Hilda Friesen Richert, her father-in-law Allen Heinrichs, and her mother-in-law Kathryn Heinrichs.A celebration of Ruth’s life will be held at Hesston Mennonite Brethren Church in Hesston, Kansas on August 26, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. The family requests that instead of flowers, donations be made to the Hesston Mennonite Brethren Church Youth Camp Scholarship Fund in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at <a href="http://www.jostfuneralhome.com">www.jostfuneralhome.com</a>.

Ruth Ann Heinrichs |1946-2023|

Irene (Dean) McColm, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 surrounded by love.&nbsp; 

She was born in Wichita, Kansas on May 26, 1926 to D. Claude and Verda E. (Heath) Dean.&nbsp; She attended Wichita schools and was a graduate of North High School.&nbsp; On August 30 1946 she married William McColm. He preceded her in death on May 5, 1995.&nbsp; Irene worked at Boeing Aircraft and then retired from Graphic Screen Printing.&nbsp; She and her sister Fran volunteered for 17 years at the American Red Cross and were volunteers of the year in 2009.

Irene is survived by her brother Earl (Carleen) Dean, son Curt (Nadine) McColm, daughter-in-law Lori McColm, niece Earlene Miracle, caregiver Ashley Brown, 3 granddogs, other family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Steve McColm, sister Fran Gentry and niece Shelli Willis.

Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 31, 2023 at the Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.

Baker Funeral Home Valley Center has charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

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 </figure>Irene (Dean) McColm, age 97, passed away on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 surrounded by love.&nbsp; She was born in Wichita, Kansas on May 26, 1926 to D. Claude and Verda E. (Heath) Dean.&nbsp; She attended Wichita schools and was a graduate of North High School.&nbsp; On August 30 1946 she married William McColm. He preceded her in death on May 5, 1995.&nbsp; Irene worked at Boeing Aircraft and then retired from Graphic Screen Printing.&nbsp; She and her sister Fran volunteered for 17 years at the American Red Cross and were volunteers of the year in 2009.Irene is survived by her brother Earl (Carleen) Dean, son Curt (Nadine) McColm, daughter-in-law Lori McColm, niece Earlene Miracle, caregiver Ashley Brown, 3 granddogs, other family and friends.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Steve McColm, sister Fran Gentry and niece Shelli Willis.Graveside Service will be 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 31, 2023 at the Kechi Township Cemetery, 6523 N. Hillside, Wichita, Kansas.Baker Funeral Home Valley Center has charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Irene (Dean) McColm |1926-2023|

Francis “Lee” Nichols (Papaw), owner of Lee Nichols Trucking, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the age of 80 in Wichita, Kansas.

Lee Nichols was born May 5, 1943 in Wellington, KS to Walter and Mary Nichols (Davis). &nbsp;During his childhood he moved with his family between Missouri and Kansas. &nbsp;Settling in Wichita, Kansas until he with his wife, children, and grandchildren moved outside of Bentley, Kansas in 1985.&nbsp;

On June 24, 1963 he married Glenda Eaton (Wichita), until her passing on December 28, 1999. &nbsp;Francis married Loree Chadbourn (Sedgwick) on July 3, 2003. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by first wife Glenda, second wife Loree, parents Walter and Mary, and son Darren Nichols. &nbsp;

He is survived by his daughter Rhonda Lane, son Aaron Nichols, daughter in-law Derrial, grandchildren Travis (Kelly) Lane, Jared Nichols, Blake (Robyn) Nichols, 2 great-grandchildren, many family and friends. &nbsp;

Lee could always be found tinkering in his shop, mowing lawns, or talking about his family and past. &nbsp;Lee was a proud trucker driver and outside of his family, owning his own company (Lee Nichols Trucking) was his biggest accomplishment.&nbsp;

Lee enjoyed fishing, playing cards, singing and writing songs, and playing his guitar with his grandson and nephew, having coffee with friends, trips to the casino, caring for animals, and taking car rides. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Church.

A funeral for both Lee and Loree will be at Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W 109th Street, Sedgwick, KS on August 25, 2023. &nbsp;Burial services will take place at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Goddard, KS following. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.

&nbsp;Baker Funeral Home Valley Center has charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Francis “Lee” Nichols (Papaw), owner of Lee Nichols Trucking, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at the age of 80 in Wichita, Kansas.Lee Nichols was born May 5, 1943 in Wellington, KS to Walter and Mary Nichols (Davis). &nbsp;During his childhood he moved with his family between Missouri and Kansas. &nbsp;Settling in Wichita, Kansas until he with his wife, children, and grandchildren moved outside of Bentley, Kansas in 1985.&nbsp;On June 24, 1963 he married Glenda Eaton (Wichita), until her passing on December 28, 1999. &nbsp;Francis married Loree Chadbourn (Sedgwick) on July 3, 2003. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by first wife Glenda, second wife Loree, parents Walter and Mary, and son Darren Nichols. &nbsp;He is survived by his daughter Rhonda Lane, son Aaron Nichols, daughter in-law Derrial, grandchildren Travis (Kelly) Lane, Jared Nichols, Blake (Robyn) Nichols, 2 great-grandchildren, many family and friends. &nbsp;Lee could always be found tinkering in his shop, mowing lawns, or talking about his family and past. &nbsp;Lee was a proud trucker driver and outside of his family, owning his own company (Lee Nichols Trucking) was his biggest accomplishment.&nbsp;Lee enjoyed fishing, playing cards, singing and writing songs, and playing his guitar with his grandson and nephew, having coffee with friends, trips to the casino, caring for animals, and taking car rides. He was a member of Pleasant Valley Church.A funeral for both Lee and Loree will be at Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W 109th Street, Sedgwick, KS on August 25, 2023. &nbsp;Burial services will take place at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Goddard, KS following. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association.&nbsp;Baker Funeral Home Valley Center has charge of the arrangements.&nbsp; Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.&nbsp;

Francis “Lee” Nichols |1943-2023|

Loree Renee (Chadbourn) Nichols died unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a car accident on&nbsp;Friday, August 11, 2023 at the age of 67 in Wichita, Kansas.

Loree was survived by her husband Francis Lee Nichols for one week until he followed her in&nbsp;death due to his injuries sustained in the same car accident. She is survived by her sisters, Paula&nbsp;Fuoss (Jim) West Chicago, IL, Janelle Case (Ray), Manhattan, KS, Michelle Mundhenk (Kent),&nbsp;Granbury, TX, Beth Breen (Doug), Tucson, AZ, step-daughter Rhonda Lane, Sedgwick, KS,&nbsp;step-son Aaron Nichols, Sedgwick, KS and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews,&nbsp;step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a&nbsp;brother, Marlin Chadbourn, her parents Kenneth and Maxine Chadbourn, her grandparents and a&nbsp;niece, Alicia (Mundhenk) Zebutis as well as her step-son, Darren Nichols.&nbsp;

Loree was born on March 18, 1956 to Kenneth and Maxine Chadbourn in Arkansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;She graduated from Atchison High School in 1974 and from Calvary Bible College with a degree&nbsp;in Elementary Education in 1979. She married Francis Lee Nichols on July 3, 2003 in Sedgwick,&nbsp;Kansas.&nbsp;

Loree loved children and it was evident when it came to her nieces and nephews. She loved&nbsp;keeping up with them and supporting them the best she could as they grew. She also spent many&nbsp;years teaching children’s Sunday School. Loree was diagnosed early in life with diabetes and&nbsp;fought through many setbacks throughout her life but now lives pain free/diabetes free in heaven&nbsp;with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was passionate about music and loved picking out&nbsp;hymns and playing the organ for Sunday morning services at Pleasant Valley Church where she&nbsp;was the Music Director for the past several years. She also had recently begun a ministry in&nbsp;reaching out as an encourager to single females at Pleasant Valley.

A funeral for both Loree and Lee will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 25, at Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W 109th Street,&nbsp;Sedgwick (Bentley), KS, three miles west of Ridge Road. In lieu of&nbsp;flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association&nbsp; &nbsp;www.diabetes.org/ways-to-give

Baker Funeral&nbsp;Home&nbsp; Valley Center has charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

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 </figure>Loree Renee (Chadbourn) Nichols died unexpectedly from injuries sustained in a car accident on&nbsp;Friday, August 11, 2023 at the age of 67 in Wichita, Kansas.Loree was survived by her husband Francis Lee Nichols for one week until he followed her in&nbsp;death due to his injuries sustained in the same car accident. She is survived by her sisters, Paula&nbsp;Fuoss (Jim) West Chicago, IL, Janelle Case (Ray), Manhattan, KS, Michelle Mundhenk (Kent),&nbsp;Granbury, TX, Beth Breen (Doug), Tucson, AZ, step-daughter Rhonda Lane, Sedgwick, KS,&nbsp;step-son Aaron Nichols, Sedgwick, KS and several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews,&nbsp;step-grandchildren and step-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by a&nbsp;brother, Marlin Chadbourn, her parents Kenneth and Maxine Chadbourn, her grandparents and a&nbsp;niece, Alicia (Mundhenk) Zebutis as well as her step-son, Darren Nichols.&nbsp;Loree was born on March 18, 1956 to Kenneth and Maxine Chadbourn in Arkansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;She graduated from Atchison High School in 1974 and from Calvary Bible College with a degree&nbsp;in Elementary Education in 1979. She married Francis Lee Nichols on July 3, 2003 in Sedgwick,&nbsp;Kansas.&nbsp;Loree loved children and it was evident when it came to her nieces and nephews. She loved&nbsp;keeping up with them and supporting them the best she could as they grew. She also spent many&nbsp;years teaching children’s Sunday School. Loree was diagnosed early in life with diabetes and&nbsp;fought through many setbacks throughout her life but now lives pain free/diabetes free in heaven&nbsp;with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She was passionate about music and loved picking out&nbsp;hymns and playing the organ for Sunday morning services at Pleasant Valley Church where she&nbsp;was the Music Director for the past several years. She also had recently begun a ministry in&nbsp;reaching out as an encourager to single females at Pleasant Valley.A funeral for both Loree and Lee will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, August 25, at Pleasant Valley Church, 12002 W 109th Street,&nbsp;Sedgwick (Bentley), KS, three miles west of Ridge Road. In lieu of&nbsp;flowers, donations may be made to the American Diabetes Association&nbsp; &nbsp;www.diabetes.org/ways-to-giveBaker Funeral&nbsp;Home&nbsp; Valley Center has charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at <a href="http://www.bakerfhvc.com">www.bakerfhvc.com</a>.

Loree Renee (Chadbourn) Nichols |1956-2023|

Max D. Miller, 72, died August 17, 2023, at his home. &nbsp;He was born July 23, 1951, in Newton, KS, to Maurice Gene and Evelyn Nadine (Hughes) Miller.

Max was a 1969 graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was a baker at Betts Rainbo Bakery, Hutchinson, KS, retiring with over 20 years of service. &nbsp;Max then worked as a technician for the City of Hutchinson at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. &nbsp;He enjoyed all genres of music and it did not matter who the performing artist was.

On November 13, 1982, Max married Priscilla ‘Beth’ Elizabeth Sharlow, at Westside Baptist Church, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;They shared over 40 years of marriage.

Max is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Beth Miller of Hutchinson, KS; sons, Levi (Shannon) Short of Gardner, KS, and Joey (Kelli) Short of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Ethan Short, Colby Short, Bélynn Short, Sage Short, and Ethan Carter; sisters, Nancy Johnson of Hutchinson, KS, Loretta (Joel) Miller of Scottsdale, AZ, and Brenda Miller of Phoenix, AZ; niece, Kara Johnson of Boulder, CO; and nephew, Radimir Blickenstaff of Scottsdale, AZ. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;Cremation has taken place. &nbsp;The family encourages you to dress casually for the memorial service. &nbsp;The memorial service can be viewed online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on the day of the service by going to Max’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and selecting the link.

<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY5MjY3MTc2MzI2Nzg2MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the memorial service.</a>

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Phoenix Home Care &amp; Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Max D. Miller, 72, died August 17, 2023, at his home. &nbsp;He was born July 23, 1951, in Newton, KS, to Maurice Gene and Evelyn Nadine (Hughes) Miller.Max was a 1969 graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was a baker at Betts Rainbo Bakery, Hutchinson, KS, retiring with over 20 years of service. &nbsp;Max then worked as a technician for the City of Hutchinson at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. &nbsp;He enjoyed all genres of music and it did not matter who the performing artist was.On November 13, 1982, Max married Priscilla ‘Beth’ Elizabeth Sharlow, at Westside Baptist Church, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;They shared over 40 years of marriage.Max is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Beth Miller of Hutchinson, KS; sons, Levi (Shannon) Short of Gardner, KS, and Joey (Kelli) Short of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Ethan Short, Colby Short, Bélynn Short, Sage Short, and Ethan Carter; sisters, Nancy Johnson of Hutchinson, KS, Loretta (Joel) Miller of Scottsdale, AZ, and Brenda Miller of Phoenix, AZ; niece, Kara Johnson of Boulder, CO; and nephew, Radimir Blickenstaff of Scottsdale, AZ. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorial service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Elliott Mortuary Chapel. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Eastside Cemetery. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Elliott Mortuary. &nbsp;Cremation has taken place. &nbsp;The family encourages you to dress casually for the memorial service. &nbsp;The memorial service can be viewed online beginning at 10:45 a.m. on the day of the service by going to Max’s obituary on the Elliott Mortuary website and selecting the link.<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY5MjY3MTc2MzI2Nzg2MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click here to view the memorial service.</a>In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Phoenix Home Care &amp; Hospice, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Max D. Miller |1951-2023|

David L. Longstreth, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born September 16, 1950 in Kansas, the son of Lawrence E. &amp; Edna Mae (Nace) Longstreth.

David graduated with his GED in 1975 and attended The University of Saint Mary’s in Leavenworth, KS. On July 11, 1998, he married Pam R. Popp in Buhler, KS. &nbsp;He worked in the plumbing industry for many years and his favorite hobby was gardening.

Survivors include his wife, Pam; son, David Longstreth and stepson, Adam Popp; daughter, Tracy Williams; and two grandchildren, Brandon, and Brittney.

He is preceded by his parents, Lawrence and Edna; and six siblings, Dale Longstreth, Karen Cole, Connie Rader, Mark Longstreth, David Luman, and Dana Longstreth.

Cremation has been chosen and services are pending. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>David L. Longstreth, 72, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He was born September 16, 1950 in Kansas, the son of Lawrence E. &amp; Edna Mae (Nace) Longstreth.David graduated with his GED in 1975 and attended The University of Saint Mary’s in Leavenworth, KS. On July 11, 1998, he married Pam R. Popp in Buhler, KS. &nbsp;He worked in the plumbing industry for many years and his favorite hobby was gardening.Survivors include his wife, Pam; son, David Longstreth and stepson, Adam Popp; daughter, Tracy Williams; and two grandchildren, Brandon, and Brittney.He is preceded by his parents, Lawrence and Edna; and six siblings, Dale Longstreth, Karen Cole, Connie Rader, Mark Longstreth, David Luman, and Dana Longstreth.Cremation has been chosen and services are pending. Hutchinson Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

David L. Longstreth |1950-2023|

Justin L. Vajnar 51, died Saturday, August 19, 2023, at his Newton residence. He was born April 21, 1972, in Newton, Kansas to Lynn and Connie (Klein) Vajnar. On June 26, 2004, he married Melissa McGee at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton, and she survives.

Just was a supervisor for the City of Newton Water Department.

Justin is survived by his wife Melissa of the home; son Jake Vajnar; parents Lynn and Connie Vajnar and sister Jennifer Vajnar.

Funeral service will 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church at 901 Columbus in Newton with The Reverend Scott McGinnis and Pastor Tony Johnson presiding. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton.

Memorials may be made in Justin’s name to Caring Hands Humane Society and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Justin L. Vajnar 51, died Saturday, August 19, 2023, at his Newton residence. He was born April 21, 1972, in Newton, Kansas to Lynn and Connie (Klein) Vajnar. On June 26, 2004, he married Melissa McGee at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton, and she survives.Just was a supervisor for the City of Newton Water Department.Justin is survived by his wife Melissa of the home; son Jake Vajnar; parents Lynn and Connie Vajnar and sister Jennifer Vajnar.Funeral service will 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church at 901 Columbus in Newton with The Reverend Scott McGinnis and Pastor Tony Johnson presiding. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Newton.Memorials may be made in Justin’s name to Caring Hands Humane Society and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

Justin L. Vajnar |1972-2023|

Harold E. Pauls, 97, passed away on August 10, 2023, in Moundridge, KS. 

He was born on December 5, 1925, in Moundridge, Kansas. Harold was involved in the Mid-Kansas Co-op and dedicated his life to farming on his land just outside of Inman. He was a hardworking individual who took great pride in his work. 

Harold attended Moundridge High School, where he received his education. 

He was a member of the Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church, where he worshipped and often volunteered to serve his community. Services for Harold will be held on Friday, September 1, 2023, at Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church. The graveside service will take place at 10:00 a.m., followed by a service at 10:30 a.m. A reception lunch will be served immediately after the service. 

Harold is survived by his loving wife, Virginia Pauls, whom he married in 1953. Harold and Virginia celebrated 70 years of marriage together. 

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Inman Athletic Department in honor of Harold's passion for sports, or the Inman Fire Department in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

Please join us in remembering and celebrating the life of Harold E. Pauls.

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 </figure>Harold E. Pauls, 97, passed away on August 10, 2023, in Moundridge, KS. He was born on December 5, 1925, in Moundridge, Kansas. Harold was involved in the Mid-Kansas Co-op and dedicated his life to farming on his land just outside of Inman. He was a hardworking individual who took great pride in his work. Harold attended Moundridge High School, where he received his education. He was a member of the Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church, where he worshipped and often volunteered to serve his community. Services for Harold will be held on Friday, September 1, 2023, at Hoffnungsau Mennonite Church. The graveside service will take place at 10:00 a.m., followed by a service at 10:30 a.m. A reception lunch will be served immediately after the service. Harold is survived by his loving wife, Virginia Pauls, whom he married in 1953. Harold and Virginia celebrated 70 years of marriage together. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Inman Athletic Department in honor of Harold's passion for sports, or the Inman Fire Department in care of Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.Please join us in remembering and celebrating the life of Harold E. Pauls.

Harold E. Pauls |1925-2023|

Anita Jo “Jody” Alexander, 90, of Galva, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at McPherson Hospital, McPherson, Kansas, surrounded by her family.

Jody was born in Canton, Kansas on August 6, 1933, the daughter of John Dale and Evelyn Mae (Brucker) Grant.

Jody attended Canton Grade School through 4th grade. The family then moved to Galva and she attended Galva Grade School 5th through 8th grades. She graduated from Galva High School in 1951.

Jody was united in marriage to Eldon Ray Alexander on February 10, 1952 in Galva, Kansas.

The young couple established their first home together in Galva. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Daril, Darla and Diane.

Jody worked at Farmer’s Alliance after graduation until the birth of her first child. It was her pride and joy to become a mother and homemaker. The last two years of her life were spent as caregiver for Eldon, as he battled dementia.

Jody helped Eldon construct their home in Galva. She enjoyed camping and traveling. Sharing stories of the amazing three-month trip she and Eldon took to Alaska brought her joy. They traveled throughout the United States and Europe, and were able to find relatives in Sweden.

Dancing on Wednesday nights at the Jolly Mixers and enjoying a Waltz with Eldon, the love of her life, was something she looked forward to each week. She was often seen riding her bike around Galva with Eldon. Jody was devoted to her church and served as church treasurer for over 50 years. She was a Sunday school teacher, youth group sponsor, was involved with Vacation Bible School, and served on various committees. She and Eldon gave of their time with the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, serving those who had suffered losses through natural disasters. She was a Girl Scout leader and a member of the Jolly Jills Extension Homemaker Unit.

She enjoyed making THE traditional homemade chocolate cake or angel food cake for all the family's birthday parties. She loved cooking meals for the family and welcomed extras with a smile. Her motto was “The more the merrier!” She spoiled the family with delicious cookies and homebaked pies that no one could match. She jumped at every opportunity to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren by babysitting, caring for them when they were sick, or attending their school and sporting events. She loved bird watching, her flowers, feeding her squirrels, and spending time with her family. Jody often reminded herself and encouraged others during times of illness or stress that, “You can’t change it; it is what it is.”

Jody is survived by son, Daril (Kelly) Alexander of rural Galva, Kansas; daughter, Darla (Marvin) Westbrook of rural Canton, Kansas; son-in-law, Rick Remsberg of Leon, Kansas; 11 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; her sister, Nona Rivas of Galva; and many other family members and friends.

Jody was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon; daughter, Diane Remsberg; great- granddaughter, Karsyn Alvord; her parents; and brother, Larry Grant.

Visitation will be held 5 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Galva Community Church in Galva, Kansas.

Memorial Service will be held at 10 am on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Galva Community Church in Galva, Kansas with Tony Wedel officiating.

Memorials may be made to the City of Galva for Karsyn's Memorial Park, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Galva Community Church, and can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

<figure>
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 </figure>Anita Jo “Jody” Alexander, 90, of Galva, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 19, 2023 at McPherson Hospital, McPherson, Kansas, surrounded by her family.Jody was born in Canton, Kansas on August 6, 1933, the daughter of John Dale and Evelyn Mae (Brucker) Grant.Jody attended Canton Grade School through 4th grade. The family then moved to Galva and she attended Galva Grade School 5th through 8th grades. She graduated from Galva High School in 1951.Jody was united in marriage to Eldon Ray Alexander on February 10, 1952 in Galva, Kansas.The young couple established their first home together in Galva. This union was blessed with the birth of three children, Daril, Darla and Diane.Jody worked at Farmer’s Alliance after graduation until the birth of her first child. It was her pride and joy to become a mother and homemaker. The last two years of her life were spent as caregiver for Eldon, as he battled dementia.Jody helped Eldon construct their home in Galva. She enjoyed camping and traveling. Sharing stories of the amazing three-month trip she and Eldon took to Alaska brought her joy. They traveled throughout the United States and Europe, and were able to find relatives in Sweden.Dancing on Wednesday nights at the Jolly Mixers and enjoying a Waltz with Eldon, the love of her life, was something she looked forward to each week. She was often seen riding her bike around Galva with Eldon. Jody was devoted to her church and served as church treasurer for over 50 years. She was a Sunday school teacher, youth group sponsor, was involved with Vacation Bible School, and served on various committees. She and Eldon gave of their time with the United Methodist Volunteers in Mission, serving those who had suffered losses through natural disasters. She was a Girl Scout leader and a member of the Jolly Jills Extension Homemaker Unit.She enjoyed making THE traditional homemade chocolate cake or angel food cake for all the family's birthday parties. She loved cooking meals for the family and welcomed extras with a smile. Her motto was “The more the merrier!” She spoiled the family with delicious cookies and homebaked pies that no one could match. She jumped at every opportunity to spend time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren by babysitting, caring for them when they were sick, or attending their school and sporting events. She loved bird watching, her flowers, feeding her squirrels, and spending time with her family. Jody often reminded herself and encouraged others during times of illness or stress that, “You can’t change it; it is what it is.”Jody is survived by son, Daril (Kelly) Alexander of rural Galva, Kansas; daughter, Darla (Marvin) Westbrook of rural Canton, Kansas; son-in-law, Rick Remsberg of Leon, Kansas; 11 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren; her sister, Nona Rivas of Galva; and many other family members and friends.Jody was preceded in death by her husband, Eldon; daughter, Diane Remsberg; great- granddaughter, Karsyn Alvord; her parents; and brother, Larry Grant.Visitation will be held 5 pm to 7 pm on Thursday, August 24, 2023 at Galva Community Church in Galva, Kansas.Memorial Service will be held at 10 am on Friday, August 25, 2023 at Galva Community Church in Galva, Kansas with Tony Wedel officiating.Memorials may be made to the City of Galva for Karsyn's Memorial Park, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, or Galva Community Church, and can be sent to Glidden-Ediger-Wiggins Funeral Home, 222 W. Euclid St., McPherson, Kansas 67460.

Anita Jo “Jody” Alexander |1933-2023|

Sharon Lynn Fulks died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at her home in Gardner, KS from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She fought valiantly for three years.

Sharon graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1966. She graduated from Hutchinson Junior College and attended the University of Connecticut for one year before graduating from Kansas State Teacher's College in Emporia in 1970. She taught elementary school in St. Louis for three years and then joined the Department of Defense Dependent Schools, teaching in Okinawa, Germany, and Sicily for 32 years. She retired in 2005 and moved to Gardner, KS.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Hutchinson, KS and Grace United Methodist Church in Olathe, KS.

Sharon belonged to Delta Kappa Gamma and Heart of Kansas Quilt Guild. She helped raise great niece and nephew Riley and Colin Roberts. She volunteered at Olathe Public Schools to continue working directly with children. She was an avid reader, participating in a local book club, and listened to audiobooks as she drove. Sharon was an election worker for the Johnson County Board of Elections and she served proudly.

Sharon was a world traveler. Her job with DoDDS allowed her to visit many countries.

Sharon was preceded in death by her mother and father, John and Dorothy Fulks. She is survived by three sisters, Ellen (Joe) Wixom, Linda (Jim) Parker, and Nancy (Louis) Crowl, and brother John (Peggy) Fulks. Nieces and nephews include Laura, Jeremy, Charlie, Jenny, and Melissa. She had several great nieces and nephews and beloved friends Frank, Martha, and Kimberly.

Graveside service will 10:30 am Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 8 pm with family present from 5 to 7 pm on Monday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials may be made to Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation, providing educational opportunities for teachers, or Samaritan's Purse for Christmas Shoeboxes for Children, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

<figure>
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 </figure>Sharon Lynn Fulks died Thursday, August 17, 2023, at her home in Gardner, KS from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. She fought valiantly for three years.Sharon graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1966. She graduated from Hutchinson Junior College and attended the University of Connecticut for one year before graduating from Kansas State Teacher's College in Emporia in 1970. She taught elementary school in St. Louis for three years and then joined the Department of Defense Dependent Schools, teaching in Okinawa, Germany, and Sicily for 32 years. She retired in 2005 and moved to Gardner, KS.She was a member of First United Methodist Church in Hutchinson, KS and Grace United Methodist Church in Olathe, KS.Sharon belonged to Delta Kappa Gamma and Heart of Kansas Quilt Guild. She helped raise great niece and nephew Riley and Colin Roberts. She volunteered at Olathe Public Schools to continue working directly with children. She was an avid reader, participating in a local book club, and listened to audiobooks as she drove. Sharon was an election worker for the Johnson County Board of Elections and she served proudly.Sharon was a world traveler. Her job with DoDDS allowed her to visit many countries.Sharon was preceded in death by her mother and father, John and Dorothy Fulks. She is survived by three sisters, Ellen (Joe) Wixom, Linda (Jim) Parker, and Nancy (Louis) Crowl, and brother John (Peggy) Fulks. Nieces and nephews include Laura, Jeremy, Charlie, Jenny, and Melissa. She had several great nieces and nephews and beloved friends Frank, Martha, and Kimberly.Graveside service will 10:30 am Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Fairlawn Burial Park. Friends may sign the book from 9 am to 8 pm with family present from 5 to 7 pm on Monday at Elliott Mortuary.Memorials may be made to Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation, providing educational opportunities for teachers, or Samaritan's Purse for Christmas Shoeboxes for Children, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Sharon Lynn Fulks |2023|

Michael Jerome Howard, 81, died August 17, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;He was born June 25, 1942, in Shreveport, LA, to Thomas Eugene “Gene” and Lillian Margaret (Lockhart) Howard.

Michael graduated from Garden City High School in 1960. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army Reserves, retiring as a Master Sergeant after 20 years of service. &nbsp;Michael also retired as a service technician from Pitney Bowes. &nbsp;He enjoyed antique cars, hot rods, motorcycles, racing, coffee at Spangles, and spending time with his family and friends. &nbsp;Michael was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Church of the Holy Cross, and Knights of Columbus, all of Hutchinson.

On October 6, 1966, he marred Phyllis Ann Ary, in Garden City.

Michael is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 57 years, Phyllis; sons, Steven Howard (Stephanie) and Shane Howard; daughter, Sonya Howard; grandchildren, Bryant Howard, Alissa Johnson, Austin Howard, Joshua Gandham, and Ava Gandham; sisters, Elizabeth Ann Howard Lewis, Margaret Howard Payne Hall, and Mary Howard LaFitte (Don); brothers, Thomas Howard (Kathy) and Patrick Howard (Brenda); sisters-in-law, Cora Howard and Theresa Howard; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brothers, James Andrew Howard, Eugene Mark Howard, Leslie Howard, and Timothy Howard.

Parish Rosary will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m., both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with Father William P. Stuever officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Wayne Cemetery, Lewis, with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. &nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

<figure>
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 </figure>Michael Jerome Howard, 81, died August 17, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;He was born June 25, 1942, in Shreveport, LA, to Thomas Eugene “Gene” and Lillian Margaret (Lockhart) Howard.Michael graduated from Garden City High School in 1960. &nbsp;He served in the United States Army Reserves, retiring as a Master Sergeant after 20 years of service. &nbsp;Michael also retired as a service technician from Pitney Bowes. &nbsp;He enjoyed antique cars, hot rods, motorcycles, racing, coffee at Spangles, and spending time with his family and friends. &nbsp;Michael was a member of the American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, Church of the Holy Cross, and Knights of Columbus, all of Hutchinson.On October 6, 1966, he marred Phyllis Ann Ary, in Garden City.Michael is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 57 years, Phyllis; sons, Steven Howard (Stephanie) and Shane Howard; daughter, Sonya Howard; grandchildren, Bryant Howard, Alissa Johnson, Austin Howard, Joshua Gandham, and Ava Gandham; sisters, Elizabeth Ann Howard Lewis, Margaret Howard Payne Hall, and Mary Howard LaFitte (Don); brothers, Thomas Howard (Kathy) and Patrick Howard (Brenda); sisters-in-law, Cora Howard and Theresa Howard; and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; brothers, James Andrew Howard, Eugene Mark Howard, Leslie Howard, and Timothy Howard.Parish Rosary will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023. &nbsp;Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m., both at Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with Father William P. Stuever officiating. Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. Thursday, August 24, 2023, at Wayne Cemetery, Lewis, with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. &nbsp; Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday and Tuesday and 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, with the family present from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

Michael Jerome Howard |1942-2023|

Pamela Sue Newlin, 71, died June 9, 2023, at her home. &nbsp;She was born February 29, 1952, in Hutchinson, KS, to Morris Merle and Darlene (Schrock) Newlin.

Pamela graduated from Hutchinson High School. &nbsp;She was employed by the State of Kansas as an equipment operator, retiring with many years of service.

Pamela is survived by her brother, Randy Newlin of Newton, KS. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents.

Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 25, 2023, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, 821 N. Grand, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Pamela S. Newlin Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Pamela Sue Newlin, 71, died June 9, 2023, at her home. &nbsp;She was born February 29, 1952, in Hutchinson, KS, to Morris Merle and Darlene (Schrock) Newlin.Pamela graduated from Hutchinson High School. &nbsp;She was employed by the State of Kansas as an equipment operator, retiring with many years of service.Pamela is survived by her brother, Randy Newlin of Newton, KS. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents.Graveside service will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 25, 2023, at Lyons Municipal Cemetery, 821 N. Grand, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Pamela S. Newlin Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Pamela Sue Newlin |1952-2023|

Karen K. Vermillion 76, died Thursday August 17, 2023 at Wesley on Woodlawn Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born June 12, 1947 in Anthony, Kansas to William and Elizabeth (Seifert) Hesser. On February 20, 1965 she married Kenneth Martin and he preceded her in death in 2014. She later married Jack Vermillion on June 12, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Newton and he survives of the home. &nbsp;

Karen was a payroll secretary for a school system and also worked part time at Heartland Credit Union in her retirement,

She is survived by her husband Jack of the home; daughters Shelly R. (Mike) Tritt and Sheila R. (Cuba) Martinez; sister Barbra (Robert) Roberts and 7 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.

She is preceded in death by her parents and first husband Kenneth; she is also preceded in death by a son in law

Funeral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Newton with Pastor Chip Bungard presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday August 21, 2023 at Petersen Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m., to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Copeland Kansas Cemetery at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 22, 2023 with Pastor Jerry Smith presiding.

Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Newton and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Karen K. Vermillion 76, died Thursday August 17, 2023 at Wesley on Woodlawn Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. &nbsp;She was born June 12, 1947 in Anthony, Kansas to William and Elizabeth (Seifert) Hesser. On February 20, 1965 she married Kenneth Martin and he preceded her in death in 2014. She later married Jack Vermillion on June 12, 2020 at First Baptist Church in Newton and he survives of the home. &nbsp;Karen was a payroll secretary for a school system and also worked part time at Heartland Credit Union in her retirement,She is survived by her husband Jack of the home; daughters Shelly R. (Mike) Tritt and Sheila R. (Cuba) Martinez; sister Barbra (Robert) Roberts and 7 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents and first husband Kenneth; she is also preceded in death by a son in lawFuneral service will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 22, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Newton with Pastor Chip Bungard presiding. &nbsp;Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday August 21, 2023 at Petersen Funeral Home with the family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m., to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Copeland Kansas Cemetery at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 22, 2023 with Pastor Jerry Smith presiding.Memorials may be made to First Baptist Church in Newton and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

Karen K. Vermillion |1947-2023|

Ruth Marie (Leiker) Howard, 81, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023.

She was born on May 15, 1942, in Hays, Kansas, to Edmund F. and Pearl (Kippes) Leiker. Ruth grew up with three sisters; Hazel Roberts, of Wheatland, Wyoming, Clarissa Ann Augustine, of Hays, and Carol Zedaker, of Wheatland, Wyoming.

Ruth was known for her generous and strong spirit. She was an independent and intelligent woman who dedicated her life to her family. On November 3, 1962, Ruth married Theodore Dinges, Jr. and together they had three children, Suzanne Shackelford (Pete) of Hutchinson, Michael Dinges (Tana) of Hays, and Deborah Jones (Keith) of Palos Verdes Estates, California. Ruth had four beloved grandchildren, Celeste Conklin (Sam), Michael “Rawley” Dinges, Austin Jones, Kenny Jones, and a great grandson, Samuel Jacob “SJ” Conklin, Jr.

Later, Ruth married Galen Howard of Arlington, Kansas on July 31, 1989 and was welcomed by his three children Teresa Mattheis (Dennis) of Omaha, Nebraska, David Howard (Kami) of Basehor, and Mike Howard (Melissa) of Lawrence. Ruth loved her entire extended family, including her grandchildren Scott Hornbaker (Megan), Maresa Sierra (Matt). Kendra Hornbaker, Madison Howard, Zachary Howard, Lauren Howard, and Emily Howard, and great-grandchildren, Henley Hornbaker and Lincoln Sierra.

Ruth had a long career as a manager for Fuller Brush. In her free time, Ruth enjoyed playing violin in the Hutchinson Symphony, where she also served as the librarian for many years. Her passion for music brought joy to her life and those around her. She was an active member of Holy Cross Church in Hutchinson, Kansas. She found solace and strength in her faith and served the church for many years as the church librarian.

Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Galen, her son Michael, and her sister Clarissa Ann.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be at 9:00 am until service time with a rosary at 9:30 am, all on Saturday at the church. A rosary with family present will be at 6:00 pm on Friday, August 18, 2023 at The Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson, followed by light refreshments. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made payable to: Holy Family Elementary School, American Diabetes Association, or to Hospice House of Hutchinson. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Ruth may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

May her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

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 </figure>Ruth Marie (Leiker) Howard, 81, of Hutchinson, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2023.She was born on May 15, 1942, in Hays, Kansas, to Edmund F. and Pearl (Kippes) Leiker. Ruth grew up with three sisters; Hazel Roberts, of Wheatland, Wyoming, Clarissa Ann Augustine, of Hays, and Carol Zedaker, of Wheatland, Wyoming.Ruth was known for her generous and strong spirit. She was an independent and intelligent woman who dedicated her life to her family. On November 3, 1962, Ruth married Theodore Dinges, Jr. and together they had three children, Suzanne Shackelford (Pete) of Hutchinson, Michael Dinges (Tana) of Hays, and Deborah Jones (Keith) of Palos Verdes Estates, California. Ruth had four beloved grandchildren, Celeste Conklin (Sam), Michael “Rawley” Dinges, Austin Jones, Kenny Jones, and a great grandson, Samuel Jacob “SJ” Conklin, Jr.Later, Ruth married Galen Howard of Arlington, Kansas on July 31, 1989 and was welcomed by his three children Teresa Mattheis (Dennis) of Omaha, Nebraska, David Howard (Kami) of Basehor, and Mike Howard (Melissa) of Lawrence. Ruth loved her entire extended family, including her grandchildren Scott Hornbaker (Megan), Maresa Sierra (Matt). Kendra Hornbaker, Madison Howard, Zachary Howard, Lauren Howard, and Emily Howard, and great-grandchildren, Henley Hornbaker and Lincoln Sierra.Ruth had a long career as a manager for Fuller Brush. In her free time, Ruth enjoyed playing violin in the Hutchinson Symphony, where she also served as the librarian for many years. Her passion for music brought joy to her life and those around her. She was an active member of Holy Cross Church in Hutchinson, Kansas. She found solace and strength in her faith and served the church for many years as the church librarian.Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Galen, her son Michael, and her sister Clarissa Ann.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be at 9:00 am until service time with a rosary at 9:30 am, all on Saturday at the church. A rosary with family present will be at 6:00 pm on Friday, August 18, 2023 at The Church of the Holy Cross in Hutchinson, followed by light refreshments. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made payable to: Holy Family Elementary School, American Diabetes Association, or to Hospice House of Hutchinson. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Ruth may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.comMay her soul rest in eternal peace, and may her memory be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Ruth Marie Howard |2023|

Darrell F Mosiman 64, died August 16, 2923 at Newton Medical Center. He was born June 16, 1959 in Newton to Aaron and Arlene (Gates) Mosiman.

Darrell worked in food service at Newton Medical Center for many years and attended First Missionary Church in Newton.

He is survived by his mother Arlene; brothers James and Rodney Mosiman and step brothers Gene and Jim Corfman; sister Pamela (Curtis) Schmidt and step sister Jolene (Mike) Erpelidine.

Darrell is preceded in death by his father Aaron and step father Dean Corfman

A graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday August 25, 2023 at Whitewater Cemetery in Whitewater, Kansas with Pastor Ray Adams presiding. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Petersen Funeral Home.

Memorials may be made to First Missionary Church in Newton and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Darrell F Mosiman 64, died August 16, 2923 at Newton Medical Center. He was born June 16, 1959 in Newton to Aaron and Arlene (Gates) Mosiman.Darrell worked in food service at Newton Medical Center for many years and attended First Missionary Church in Newton.He is survived by his mother Arlene; brothers James and Rodney Mosiman and step brothers Gene and Jim Corfman; sister Pamela (Curtis) Schmidt and step sister Jolene (Mike) Erpelidine.Darrell is preceded in death by his father Aaron and step father Dean CorfmanA graveside service will be 10:00 a.m. Friday August 25, 2023 at Whitewater Cemetery in Whitewater, Kansas with Pastor Ray Adams presiding. Visitation will be 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at Petersen Funeral Home.Memorials may be made to First Missionary Church in Newton and left in care of Petersen Funeral Home.

Darrell F Mosiman |1959-2023|

James William “Jim” Rhaesa, 91, died July 28, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;He was born July 14, 1932, in Detroit, MI, to James Robert and Eleanor Elise (Ironside) Rhaesa.

Jim graduated from Wayne Memorial High School, Wayne, MI, in 1951, Sterling College in 1955, and received his Master’s Degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 1958. &nbsp;He served in the ministry for over 60 years. &nbsp;As a Presbyterian Pastor, Jim served churches in Denison, Lincoln, Jetmore, Salina, and Overland Park. &nbsp;In addition, he served as the camp director for Heartland Presbyterian Center. After retirement, Jim joined the team at Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson where he served as Pastor of Congregational Care and sang in the Chancel Choir.

He truly loved the ministry, and his congregations loved him with his gifted listening skills and ability to truly care about people. &nbsp;After he fully retired, Jim thrived on staying busy running errands, working in the yard, and enjoying his morning coffee.

On November 1, 1980, he married Barbara Darlene (Seward) Anshutz, in Leavenworth.&nbsp;

Jim is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 43 years, Barbara Rhaesa of Hutchinson; children, Jim Rhaesa (Tina) of Evans, GA, Beth Stevens (Sam) of Aurora, CO, David Rhaesa (Rebecca) of Salina, Lesa Brown (Andy) of Colorado Springs, CO, Katie Wadsworth (Nathan) of Wichita, and Megan Rhaesa of Hutchinson; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Eleanor Thompson.

He was preceded in death by five siblings and his former wife, Carol.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with the Reverends Michael Tomson-DeGreeff and Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;Private family inurnment will take place in the church columbarium. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.

After attending church camp while in high school, Jim felt the calling to enter the ministry. &nbsp;Therefore, in lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson or Sunrise Presbyterian Church, Salina, (both to benefit those attending church camps), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

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 </figure>James William “Jim” Rhaesa, 91, died July 28, 2023, at Hospice House, Hutchinson. &nbsp;He was born July 14, 1932, in Detroit, MI, to James Robert and Eleanor Elise (Ironside) Rhaesa.Jim graduated from Wayne Memorial High School, Wayne, MI, in 1951, Sterling College in 1955, and received his Master’s Degree from Pittsburgh Theological Seminary in 1958. &nbsp;He served in the ministry for over 60 years. &nbsp;As a Presbyterian Pastor, Jim served churches in Denison, Lincoln, Jetmore, Salina, and Overland Park. &nbsp;In addition, he served as the camp director for Heartland Presbyterian Center. After retirement, Jim joined the team at Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson where he served as Pastor of Congregational Care and sang in the Chancel Choir.He truly loved the ministry, and his congregations loved him with his gifted listening skills and ability to truly care about people. &nbsp;After he fully retired, Jim thrived on staying busy running errands, working in the yard, and enjoying his morning coffee.On November 1, 1980, he married Barbara Darlene (Seward) Anshutz, in Leavenworth.&nbsp;Jim is survived by: &nbsp;his wife of almost 43 years, Barbara Rhaesa of Hutchinson; children, Jim Rhaesa (Tina) of Evans, GA, Beth Stevens (Sam) of Aurora, CO, David Rhaesa (Rebecca) of Salina, Lesa Brown (Andy) of Colorado Springs, CO, Katie Wadsworth (Nathan) of Wichita, and Megan Rhaesa of Hutchinson; 10 grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and a sister, Eleanor Thompson.He was preceded in death by five siblings and his former wife, Carol.Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 2, 2023, at Trinity United Methodist Church, 1602 N. Main, Hutchinson, with the Reverends Michael Tomson-DeGreeff and Kim Biery officiating. &nbsp;Private family inurnment will take place in the church columbarium. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.After attending church camp while in high school, Jim felt the calling to enter the ministry. &nbsp;Therefore, in lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson or Sunrise Presbyterian Church, Salina, (both to benefit those attending church camps), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS &nbsp;67501.&nbsp;

James William “Jim” Rhaesa |1932-2023|

Donna Joan Bether, 91, just 11 days before her 92nd birthday, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. She was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd L. and Emma (Schrader) Dean. She was a graduate of Hutchinson High School. On February 26, 1950, she married John Riley Bether. John and Donna had three children, John Wayne, Terry Allen, and Beth Ellen.

In her younger years, Donna worked at the 14th and Main Street Dillons store and later at Meschke’s Menswear and Long’s Clothing in downtown Hutchinson. She enjoyed providing good service and a smiling face to every customer.

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 </figure>Donna Joan Bether, 91, just 11 days before her 92nd birthday, passed away Tuesday, August 15, 2023, at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community. She was born in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd L. and Emma (Schrader) Dean. She was a graduate of Hutchinson High School. On February 26, 1950, she married John Riley Bether. John and Donna had three children, John Wayne, Terry Allen, and Beth Ellen.In her younger years, Donna worked at the 14th and Main Street Dillons store and later at Meschke’s Menswear and Long’s Clothing in downtown Hutchinson. She enjoyed providing good service and a smiling face to every customer.Donna and John lived in the country just outside of Nickerson for many years, and after that, for the last 17 years, Donna lived in Independent Living at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community in Buhler where she made many dear friends and kept her candy dish filled for visitors. Donna enjoyed life. Friday mornings weren’t complete unless she visited with her friends and had breakfast at the Mustard Seed in Buhler. She loved watching old westerns on television, and never missed a K.C. Royals or Chiefs game. Family celebrations were not complete until Grandma arrived to join the fun. She adored all children and doted on her own children, their families, her grand, great-grand, and great-great grandchildren.Survivors include sons John and wife Nancy, Terry and wife Terri, and daughter, Beth Bether; grandchildren, Heather Starks (Jeremy), Joshua Bether, Jennifer Nugent (Michael), Michael Bether (Rebecca); great-grandchildren, Kaeci (Tyler), Zak, Baelie, Madison, James, Micah, Ryanne, and Nathan; great-great grandchildren, Mason, Ayden, and Josie. Donna is also survived by many nieces and nephews and sister-in-law, Flo Crump.Donna was preceded in death by her husband John Riley of 57 years, her parents, her brother, Floyd A. (Bub) Dean, and grandson, Jason Riley Bether.Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community Chapel. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, August 22, at Buhler Mortuary. In thanksgiving for the tender care given to Donna, in lieu of flowers, the family invites memorials to Good Shepherd Hospice or Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, both in care of the Buhler Mortuary, PO Box 589, Buhler, KS 67522.

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