Gregory Bretz, age 69, passed away on Wednesday January 11, 2023, 
after a very long &amp; tough battle with cancer at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, KS.

Greg was born on September 3, 1953,
 in Lucas, the son of John Jacob Bretz and Fern Reh Bretz. He graduated 
high school and went to work for the R.E.A. &amp; Midwest Energy.  They 
moved to Topeka, KS and he worked as a carpenter building houses.  Then 
later he moved back to Lucas, and went to work for the City of Lucas and
 then Topps Mechanical and later retired.

Greg enjoyed 
spending time with his grandchildren.  He was a hunter, fisherman and an
 avid birdwatcher.  He was also a member of the Sons of The American 
Legion Post #267.

He was preceded in death by his Father Jake Bretz and Mother Fern Reh Bretz.

Greg
 is survived by his 2 Sons, Lee (Robin) Bretz of Great Bend, KS and 
Brent Bretz of Great Bend, KS; 2 Brothers, Gordon (Cheryl) Bretz of 
Lucas, KS and Gary (LaRee) Bretz of Lucas, KS; 5 Grandchildren, Brodie, 
Braylin, Mackenzie, Korbin and Beau; 1 Great Grandchild, Krew.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Gregory-Lane-Bretz?obId=26990266#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Gregory Bretz, age 69, passed away on Wednesday January 11, 2023, 
after a very long &amp; tough battle with cancer at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, KS.Greg was born on September 3, 1953,
 in Lucas, the son of John Jacob Bretz and Fern Reh Bretz. He graduated 
high school and went to work for the R.E.A. &amp; Midwest Energy. They 
moved to Topeka, KS and he worked as a carpenter building houses. Then 
later he moved back to Lucas, and went to work for the City of Lucas and
 then Topps Mechanical and later retired.Greg enjoyed 
spending time with his grandchildren. He was a hunter, fisherman and an
 avid birdwatcher. He was also a member of the Sons of The American 
Legion Post #267.He was preceded in death by his Father Jake Bretz and Mother Fern Reh Bretz.Greg
 is survived by his 2 Sons, Lee (Robin) Bretz of Great Bend, KS and 
Brent Bretz of Great Bend, KS; 2 Brothers, Gordon (Cheryl) Bretz of 
Lucas, KS and Gary (LaRee) Bretz of Lucas, KS; 5 Grandchildren, Brodie, 
Braylin, Mackenzie, Korbin and Beau; 1 Great Grandchild, Krew.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Gregory-Lane-Bretz?obId=26990266#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Gregory Bretz

Gloria Jean Richards, age 69, of St. George, died January 10, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

She was born July 8, 1953, Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Norman Earl Watkins and Phyllis M. (Neyer) Finn.

Gloria graduated from Manhattan High School in 1971 and later received her CNA and CMA certifications.

She worked at Derby Food Center at Kansas State University, then worked as a CNA and CMA at Meadowlark Hills and St. Joseph Senior Community, for Pawnee Mental Health and as a waitress at the Sale Barn.

Gloria enjoyed crocheting and knitting, and loved and spoiled her dogs.

On June 17, 1994, in Manhattan, she was married to Daniel J. Richards. Dan survives of the home. 

Additional survivors include two daughters: Cynthia Hill of Wamego, KS, and Julie Bernardi and her husband Adam of Ludowici, GA; three grandchildren: Maura O’Brien, Devon and Makenzie Bernardi; one great granddaughter Emma Hill; four siblings: Nancy Perkins (Teddy) of Osborne, KS, Karen Watkins of Sierra Vista, AZ, Ruth Remsing (Matt) of Dangerfield, TX, and John Watkins (Billie Jean) of Howell, MI; and her sister-in-law Tammy Finn of Junction City, KS.

Gloria was preceded in death by her parents Phyllis Finn and Norman Watkins; and her brothers: Earl Watkins and William (Billy) Finn.

Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held at 2:00 p .m. Saturday, January 14th, at Trinity Baptist Church, 16655 US Hwy 24, Wamego, with Pastor Tony Mattia officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673544313304.jpeg" alt="Gloria Jean Richards" />
 <figcaption>Gloria Jean Richards</figcaption>
 </figure>Gloria Jean Richards, age 69, of St. George, died January 10, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.She was born July 8, 1953, Detroit, Michigan, the daughter of Norman Earl Watkins and Phyllis M. (Neyer) Finn.Gloria graduated from Manhattan High School in 1971 and later received her CNA and CMA certifications.She worked at Derby Food Center at Kansas State University, then worked as a CNA and CMA at Meadowlark Hills and St. Joseph Senior Community, for Pawnee Mental Health and as a waitress at the Sale Barn.Gloria enjoyed crocheting and knitting, and loved and spoiled her dogs.On June 17, 1994, in Manhattan, she was married to Daniel J. Richards. Dan survives of the home. Additional survivors include two daughters: Cynthia Hill of Wamego, KS, and Julie Bernardi and her husband Adam of Ludowici, GA; three grandchildren: Maura O’Brien, Devon and Makenzie Bernardi; one great granddaughter Emma Hill; four siblings: Nancy Perkins (Teddy) of Osborne, KS, Karen Watkins of Sierra Vista, AZ, Ruth Remsing (Matt) of Dangerfield, TX, and John Watkins (Billie Jean) of Howell, MI; and her sister-in-law Tammy Finn of Junction City, KS.Gloria was preceded in death by her parents Phyllis Finn and Norman Watkins; and her brothers: Earl Watkins and William (Billy) Finn.Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held at 2:00 p .m. Saturday, January 14th, at Trinity Baptist Church, 16655 US Hwy 24, Wamego, with Pastor Tony Mattia officiating.Memorial contributions may be made to the T. Russell Reitz Animal Shelter. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Gloria Jean Richards

Martha Heier, 80, of Hays, formerly of Oakley, passed away Monday, 
January 9, 2023, at Hays Medical Center.  She was born in Sheridan 
County, Kansas on January 3, 1943, to Valentine “Walter” and Margaret 
(Zerr) Heier. 

Martha graduated from Sheridan Community High School in 
1960. She worked as a cook in the Colby and Oakley area for many years.
 Martha was an avid embroider and sewer, she loved gifting her 
masterpieces to her family. Reading was a passion all her life. She 
was never without a stack of books close by. She was a very quiet 
woman, but she did enjoy playing card games, dominoes and calling bingo 
with her apartment community. One of her latest ventures was putting 
puzzles together, mounting and framing them, so they could be hung on 
the walls of the apartment complex she lived in. Idleness was not in her
 vocabulary 
Survivors include her sister-in-law, Rosalie Heier; nephew, Richard 
Heier and wife Glenda; nieces, Debra Vickers and husband Kelly, all of 
Hoxie, Norma LeHew, of Tucson, AZ; great nieces and nephews, Aimee, 
Kelsi, Jamie, Trisha, Jordan, Andrew, Kara and Corey; and numerous 
great-great nieces and nephews. 
She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Jacob J. Heier. 
Cremation was chosen and her family is having a graveside service in 
Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Park, Kansas, on Saturday, January 14, 
2023, at 2:00 pm. For information of condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com.

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Martha Heier, 80, of Hays, formerly of Oakley, passed away Monday, 
January 9, 2023, at Hays Medical Center. She was born in Sheridan 
County, Kansas on January 3, 1943, to Valentine “Walter” and Margaret 
(Zerr) Heier. Martha graduated from Sheridan Community High School in 
1960. She worked as a cook in the Colby and Oakley area for many years.
 Martha was an avid embroider and sewer, she loved gifting her 
masterpieces to her family. Reading was a passion all her life. She 
was never without a stack of books close by. She was a very quiet 
woman, but she did enjoy playing card games, dominoes and calling bingo 
with her apartment community. One of her latest ventures was putting 
puzzles together, mounting and framing them, so they could be hung on 
the walls of the apartment complex she lived in. Idleness was not in her
 vocabulary 
Survivors include her sister-in-law, Rosalie Heier; nephew, Richard 
Heier and wife Glenda; nieces, Debra Vickers and husband Kelly, all of 
Hoxie, Norma LeHew, of Tucson, AZ; great nieces and nephews, Aimee, 
Kelsi, Jamie, Trisha, Jordan, Andrew, Kara and Corey; and numerous 
great-great nieces and nephews. 
She is preceded in death by her parents and brother Jacob J. Heier. 
Cremation was chosen and her family is having a graveside service in 
Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Park, Kansas, on Saturday, January 14, 
2023, at 2:00 pm. For information of condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com.

Martha Heier

Roberta “Bobby” (Huffman) Samsel passed away, Monday January 9, 2023, at
 the Logan County Senior Living Center, leaving behind many who loved 
her greatly and will miss her dearly. 
Roberta Kay was born July 29, 1943, to Rose (Meis) and Alva Huffman. 
Bobby was the second youngest child. Bobby was raised and attended 
school in Oakley. She was raised Catholic and attended St. Joseph 
Catholic Church. 
Bobby loved her family, her dogs, the Denver Broncos, and Elvis. 
Bobby spent her life working to help others. She worked in and managed 
many restaurants, worked in hotel services and in hospital and manor 
settings throughout Kansas and Missouri. Making many lifelong friends 
along the way. 
Preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Virgil, Alva Jr., Clarence, 
Perry, Shirley and husband Fritz, Francis, Etta Jo and husband Lee and 
Tommy; infant nephews, Alfred and Larry; nephew Randy; and nieces by 
marriage, Cathleen and Carol. 
Bobby is survived by her sister-in-law MaryAnn; nieces and nephews, 
Punky, Bill, by marriage Paulina, Rodney and Tina, PD and Micheline, 
Tracey and Wes, Jim, Jerry and Susan, Judy and Mitch, Veronica and Ken, 
Boyd and Charlotte, Bonnie and Johnny, Rex, Matt and Julie, Mike and 
Lacey; many other great, great great and great great great nieces and 
nephews; neighbors and friends. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 
12, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. 
Friday, January 13, 2023, also at the Mortuary with burial in St. Joseph
 Catholic Cemetery, Oakley.

Memorials may be made to her family to help 
with final expenses and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Roberta “Bobby” (Huffman) Samsel passed away, Monday January 9, 2023, at
 the Logan County Senior Living Center, leaving behind many who loved 
her greatly and will miss her dearly. 
Roberta Kay was born July 29, 1943, to Rose (Meis) and Alva Huffman. 
Bobby was the second youngest child. Bobby was raised and attended 
school in Oakley. She was raised Catholic and attended St. Joseph 
Catholic Church. 
Bobby loved her family, her dogs, the Denver Broncos, and Elvis. 
Bobby spent her life working to help others. She worked in and managed 
many restaurants, worked in hotel services and in hospital and manor 
settings throughout Kansas and Missouri. Making many lifelong friends 
along the way. 
Preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Virgil, Alva Jr., Clarence, 
Perry, Shirley and husband Fritz, Francis, Etta Jo and husband Lee and 
Tommy; infant nephews, Alfred and Larry; nephew Randy; and nieces by 
marriage, Cathleen and Carol. 
Bobby is survived by her sister-in-law MaryAnn; nieces and nephews, 
Punky, Bill, by marriage Paulina, Rodney and Tina, PD and Micheline, 
Tracey and Wes, Jim, Jerry and Susan, Judy and Mitch, Veronica and Ken, 
Boyd and Charlotte, Bonnie and Johnny, Rex, Matt and Julie, Mike and 
Lacey; many other great, great great and great great great nieces and 
nephews; neighbors and friends. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m. with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 
12, 2023, at Baalmann Mortuary, Oakley. Funeral Service is 10:00 a.m. 
Friday, January 13, 2023, also at the Mortuary with burial in St. Joseph
 Catholic Cemetery, Oakley. Memorials may be made to her family to help 
with final expenses and may be sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box
 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Roberta 'Bobby' (Huffman) Samsel

January 6, 1939
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Norman-Glenn-Jones?obId=26994598#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>January 6, 1939
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Norman-Glenn-Jones?obId=26994598#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Norman Glenn Jones

Bryan Kent Harris, 71, passed away on January 10, 2023, at his home 
in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on October 18, 1951, in Salina, 
Kansas, to William and Joan (VanBuskirk) Harris. On April 7, 1998, he 
married Janice Baker in Fresno, California. She survives.

Bryan was a 1971 graduate of Salina High School and a graduate of 
Kansas State University with an associate's degree in drafting. A 
long-time resident of Great Bend, Bryan was known throughout his working
 years as a roofer, but also as offering great customer service at True 
Value and other local establishments. He was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church and Ambucs, an organization that helps building 
wheelchair ramps and provide trikes for children of different abilities.
 Bryan was passionate about helping anyone he could, including helping 
host events and offer recognition for first responders and military 
personnel.

Survivors include his wife of the home; a son, William Harris of 
Lawrence, Kansas; a daughter, Jennifer Harris of Topeka, Kansas; a 
sister, Deanna Clark of Salina, Kansas; and many other beloved family 
members. He is preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Bryant
 Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Memorials have 
been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673531313232.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Bryan Kent Harris, 71, passed away on January 10, 2023, at his home 
in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on October 18, 1951, in Salina, 
Kansas, to William and Joan (VanBuskirk) Harris. On April 7, 1998, he 
married Janice Baker in Fresno, California. She survives.Bryan was a 1971 graduate of Salina High School and a graduate of 
Kansas State University with an associate's degree in drafting. A 
long-time resident of Great Bend, Bryan was known throughout his working
 years as a roofer, but also as offering great customer service at True 
Value and other local establishments. He was a member of the First 
United Methodist Church and Ambucs, an organization that helps building 
wheelchair ramps and provide trikes for children of different abilities.
 Bryan was passionate about helping anyone he could, including helping 
host events and offer recognition for first responders and military 
personnel.Survivors include his wife of the home; a son, William Harris of 
Lawrence, Kansas; a daughter, Jennifer Harris of Topeka, Kansas; a 
sister, Deanna Clark of Salina, Kansas; and many other beloved family 
members. He is preceded in death by his parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral 
Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 14, 2023, at Bryant
 Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Memorials have 
been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Bryan Kent Harris

Cathryn Irene (McDaneld) Dugan passed away on January 7th with all 
three of her daughters by her bedside. She was born on November 26th, 
1923, the youngest of six and the only girl. Having five older brothers 
shaped her life. They protected her and taught her how to be the 
confident, self-assured person who she was. She endured many hardships 
in her young life that also had an impact on her. When she was 8, Ora, 
one of her brothers died at age 16. Around age 11 (Mom couldn’t remember
 exactly), her appendix burst, and they thought she would die. Being the
 stubborn person, we all knew her to be, she survived. When she was 19, 
George, another brother, died in the POW camp after the Bataan Death 
March. Living during the Dust Bowl years taught her what was important 
in life, and it wasn’t fame and fortune. Family, Friends, and Loving 
animals made her rich beyond belief.

In 1949, she married Cleo 
Dugan. Good thing he was a good “girl dad”, since they had three 
daughters: Judy, Vickie, and Lori. Cathryn worked in the Osborne County 
Hospital for many years and retired from there when she was 65. She 
always wanted to have an animal rescue but had to settle for just 
rescuing as many animals as she could. During her retirement, she and 
her brother Neil tended a huge garden from which everyone benefited. 
Cleo passed away in 2004. She began traveling to see Vickie in Oregon, 
Judy in Nebraska and Kansas and Lori in North Carolina, Ohio, and 
Indiana.

As her arthritis worsened, she was no longer able to live
 alone. At first an “at home” caregiver was used, but it just didn’t 
work out. She stayed with Lori for two years and then came to live with 
Judy. Her caregiver for all of those years was Becky Christman, who 
loved her like a Mom and became family.

Cathryn lived a very long 
and good life. Many friends have entered her life and never left her 
heart. The best parts of her are in all three of her daughters. She 
inspired them all to be courageous and stand up for their beliefs. 
Everyone was equal in her eyes. There was no prejudice for those who 
didn’t look like her. Her smile was contagious, and it was real. The 
twinkle in her eyes never left. Left to continue her legacy are Judy, 
Vickie, and Lori (Madeline) and a host of nephews, nieces, 2 
sisters-in-law&nbsp;Phyllis and Marvel, other family members and friends.

She
 was preceded in death by her husband, Cleo; her parents, Logan, and 
Ella; her brothers, Frank, Grant, Ora, Neil and George; her 
brothers-in-law, Jake, Alvin and Les, her sisters-in-law, Pearl, June, 
Sylva, Mary and Venda; her grandson, Tyler.

She loved everyone (well ALMOST everyone) and we know she would like to thank several people.

Thanks
 to ASCEND HOSPICE, especially Jean, Michelle, Danielle, Brooke, Anne, 
Taylor, Tamara, and anyone else whose name is missing.

Thanks to her Indiana family: Madeline, Tyler &amp; Paige, Kyle, Mark, and Marcie, who provided care and love.

Thanks to Bobby and Darlene for watching over the farm and truly being family in every sense of the word.

Thanks
 to her “Water Guy”, T.J. for always making her feel special and taking 
time to just talk to her. He always told her “If you were 30 years 
younger, we’d be dating!” It always put a smile on her face at just the 
mention of his name.

Thanks to Debbie and Dr. Ryan who kept her teeth clean and healthy and to Dr. Gerard who kept her seeing as well as possible.

Thanks
 to neighbors (and former neighbors), Jamie &amp; Nicole, Dan &amp; 
Sherry (and Marshall), Brendan &amp; Maria and Terry &amp; Anita (and 
Alyssa).

Donations in her memory may be sent to any of these three Organizations (PLEASE include “In Memory of Cathryn Dugan”):

Always and Forever Midwest Animal Sanctuary 23595 W. 223rd Spring Hill, KS 66083

Osborne Memorial Hospital 237 W. Harrison St. Osborne, KS 67473

VFW #7743 of Osborne KS 221 S. 9th St Osborne, KS 67473

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673531335857.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Cathryn Irene (McDaneld) Dugan passed away on January 7th with all 
three of her daughters by her bedside. She was born on November 26th, 
1923, the youngest of six and the only girl. Having five older brothers 
shaped her life. They protected her and taught her how to be the 
confident, self-assured person who she was. She endured many hardships 
in her young life that also had an impact on her. When she was 8, Ora, 
one of her brothers died at age 16. Around age 11 (Mom couldn’t remember
 exactly), her appendix burst, and they thought she would die. Being the
 stubborn person, we all knew her to be, she survived. When she was 19, 
George, another brother, died in the POW camp after the Bataan Death 
March. Living during the Dust Bowl years taught her what was important 
in life, and it wasn’t fame and fortune. Family, Friends, and Loving 
animals made her rich beyond belief.In 1949, she married Cleo 
Dugan. Good thing he was a good “girl dad”, since they had three 
daughters: Judy, Vickie, and Lori. Cathryn worked in the Osborne County 
Hospital for many years and retired from there when she was 65. She 
always wanted to have an animal rescue but had to settle for just 
rescuing as many animals as she could. During her retirement, she and 
her brother Neil tended a huge garden from which everyone benefited. 
Cleo passed away in 2004. She began traveling to see Vickie in Oregon, 
Judy in Nebraska and Kansas and Lori in North Carolina, Ohio, and 
Indiana.As her arthritis worsened, she was no longer able to live
 alone. At first an “at home” caregiver was used, but it just didn’t 
work out. She stayed with Lori for two years and then came to live with 
Judy. Her caregiver for all of those years was Becky Christman, who 
loved her like a Mom and became family.Cathryn lived a very long 
and good life. Many friends have entered her life and never left her 
heart. The best parts of her are in all three of her daughters. She 
inspired them all to be courageous and stand up for their beliefs. 
Everyone was equal in her eyes. There was no prejudice for those who 
didn’t look like her. Her smile was contagious, and it was real. The 
twinkle in her eyes never left. Left to continue her legacy are Judy, 
Vickie, and Lori (Madeline) and a host of nephews, nieces, 2 
sisters-in-law&nbsp;Phyllis and Marvel, other family members and friends.She
 was preceded in death by her husband, Cleo; her parents, Logan, and 
Ella; her brothers, Frank, Grant, Ora, Neil and George; her 
brothers-in-law, Jake, Alvin and Les, her sisters-in-law, Pearl, June, 
Sylva, Mary and Venda; her grandson, Tyler.She loved everyone (well ALMOST everyone) and we know she would like to thank several people.Thanks
 to ASCEND HOSPICE, especially Jean, Michelle, Danielle, Brooke, Anne, 
Taylor, Tamara, and anyone else whose name is missing.Thanks to her Indiana family: Madeline, Tyler &amp; Paige, Kyle, Mark, and Marcie, who provided care and love.Thanks to Bobby and Darlene for watching over the farm and truly being family in every sense of the word.Thanks
 to her “Water Guy”, T.J. for always making her feel special and taking 
time to just talk to her. He always told her “If you were 30 years 
younger, we’d be dating!” It always put a smile on her face at just the 
mention of his name.Thanks to Debbie and Dr. Ryan who kept her teeth clean and healthy and to Dr. Gerard who kept her seeing as well as possible.Thanks
 to neighbors (and former neighbors), Jamie &amp; Nicole, Dan &amp; 
Sherry (and Marshall), Brendan &amp; Maria and Terry &amp; Anita (and 
Alyssa).<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/6/1687728203278.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Donations in her memory may be sent to any of these three Organizations (PLEASE include “In Memory of Cathryn Dugan”):Always and Forever Midwest Animal Sanctuary 23595 W. 223rd Spring Hill, KS 66083Osborne Memorial Hospital 237 W. Harrison St. Osborne, KS 67473VFW #7743 of Osborne KS 221 S. 9th St Osborne, KS 67473

Cathryn Irene (McDaneld) Dugan

Elvis Eugene Givens passed away on January 9, 2023, at his home in 
Stockton, KS, at the age of 65. He was born on October 7, 1957, to Bobby
 Ann Litz in Henderson, KY. He was married to Patricia Shaffer on June 
27, 1980. They were blessed with three children: David, Robert, and 
Tanya.

Elvis grew up in Kentucky and later moved to 
California. He graduated from Garden Grove California High School in 
1975. He attended Orange County Community College to become a marine 
biologist. In 1987, he joined the U.S. Marines Corps Intelligence 
Department and then the U.S. Army National Guard in 1996 serving as a 
metal worker until 1999 when he was honorably discharged. Moving to 
Kansas in 1995, he worked as an auto mechanic. He moved to Stockton in 
2002 and worked as a correctional officer.

Elvis 
enjoyed being out in nature, scuba diving and hiking. He competed in 
martial arts tournaments as a brown belt while in California.

Elvis
 is survived by his children, David (Sylvia Holmes) Givens of Norton, 
KS, Robert (Anne) Givens of Stockton, and Tanya Martin of Concordia, KS;
 and 12 grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Givens.

A memorial service will be planned at a later date.

Memorials
 are suggested to Elvis Givens Memorial Fund and may be sent to 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/1/1673531178367.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Elvis Eugene Givens passed away on January 9, 2023, at his home in 
Stockton, KS, at the age of 65. He was born on October 7, 1957, to Bobby
 Ann Litz in Henderson, KY. He was married to Patricia Shaffer on June 
27, 1980. They were blessed with three children: David, Robert, and 
Tanya.Elvis grew up in Kentucky and later moved to 
California. He graduated from Garden Grove California High School in 
1975. He attended Orange County Community College to become a marine 
biologist. In 1987, he joined the U.S. Marines Corps Intelligence 
Department and then the U.S. Army National Guard in 1996 serving as a 
metal worker until 1999 when he was honorably discharged. Moving to 
Kansas in 1995, he worked as an auto mechanic. He moved to Stockton in 
2002 and worked as a correctional officer.Elvis 
enjoyed being out in nature, scuba diving and hiking. He competed in 
martial arts tournaments as a brown belt while in California.Elvis
 is survived by his children, David (Sylvia Holmes) Givens of Norton, 
KS, Robert (Anne) Givens of Stockton, and Tanya Martin of Concordia, KS;
 and 12 grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Givens.A memorial service will be planned at a later date.Memorials
 are suggested to Elvis Givens Memorial Fund and may be sent to 
Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N. 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Elvis Eugene Givens

Yvonne Vera (Vonnie) Schwindt, age 91, of Ulysses, Kansas, died 
Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Western Prairie Senior Living Community 
in Ulysses. She was born May 22, 1931, in rural Scott County, Kansas, 
the daughter of Joe and Estella (Cummins) Knobbe. 
Yvonne graduated in 1949 from Sacred Heart Academy in Wichita. In 1950,
 she married Gene Schwindt. Yvonne did various jobs while working at 
St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City and also the hospital in Leoti. 
She and Gene moved to Liberal where they raised their family and she 
worked at the telephone company. Yvonne also worked in Liberal as the 
Supervisor of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. In 1980, she married
 Harold Tompkins and they settled in Ulysses. She worked at the liquor 
store for many years before purchasing it. She was a very successful 
business woman. Yvonne is a devout Catholic and loved spending time with
 her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. 
Yvonne is survived by her children, Nick Schwindt and wife Mona of 
Liberal, Kansas, Kim Schwindt and wife Iris of Ulysses, Candace Moten of
 Lawrence, Darcy Broadfoot and husband Brent of Woodland Park, Colorado,
 and Kari Harrison and husband Mike of Green Valley, Arizona; brother, 
Larry Knobbe and wife Connie of Marienthal; 11 grandchildren and 
numerous great-grandchildren. 
Yvonne is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Estella Knobbe; 
sisters, Lucille Dean and JoAnn Barrows; brothers, Jesse and Vern 
Knobbe; grandson, Nigel Broadfoot; and son-in-law, Willis Moten. 
Funeral service will be Monday, January 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Garnand
 Funeral Home in Ulysses with Reverend Charles Seiwert officiating. 
Graveside will be Monday, January 16, 2023, at 1:00 PM at St. Mary 
Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas, with Reverend Charles Seiwert 
officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, January 15, 2023, from 2:00 PM 
until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses.

 Memorial 
contributions may be given to American Diabetes Association in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS  67880.  
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Yvonne Vera (Vonnie) Schwindt, age 91, of Ulysses, Kansas, died 
Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Western Prairie Senior Living Community 
in Ulysses. She was born May 22, 1931, in rural Scott County, Kansas, 
the daughter of Joe and Estella (Cummins) Knobbe. 
Yvonne graduated in 1949 from Sacred Heart Academy in Wichita. In 1950,
 she married Gene Schwindt. Yvonne did various jobs while working at 
St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City and also the hospital in Leoti. 
She and Gene moved to Liberal where they raised their family and she 
worked at the telephone company. Yvonne also worked in Liberal as the 
Supervisor of Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. In 1980, she married
 Harold Tompkins and they settled in Ulysses. She worked at the liquor 
store for many years before purchasing it. She was a very successful 
business woman. Yvonne is a devout Catholic and loved spending time with
 her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. 
Yvonne is survived by her children, Nick Schwindt and wife Mona of 
Liberal, Kansas, Kim Schwindt and wife Iris of Ulysses, Candace Moten of
 Lawrence, Darcy Broadfoot and husband Brent of Woodland Park, Colorado,
 and Kari Harrison and husband Mike of Green Valley, Arizona; brother, 
Larry Knobbe and wife Connie of Marienthal; 11 grandchildren and 
numerous great-grandchildren. 
Yvonne is preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Estella Knobbe; 
sisters, Lucille Dean and JoAnn Barrows; brothers, Jesse and Vern 
Knobbe; grandson, Nigel Broadfoot; and son-in-law, Willis Moten. 
Funeral service will be Monday, January 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Garnand
 Funeral Home in Ulysses with Reverend Charles Seiwert officiating. 
Graveside will be Monday, January 16, 2023, at 1:00 PM at St. Mary 
Cemetery in Marienthal, Kansas, with Reverend Charles Seiwert 
officiating. Visitation will be Sunday, January 15, 2023, from 2:00 PM 
until 8:00 PM at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. Memorial 
contributions may be given to American Diabetes Association in care of 
Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880. 
Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Yvonne Vera (Vonnie) Schwindt

Terry Lee Gnad, age 72, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away January 8, 2023, in Ellis. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. A combined rosary and vigil service will be 10:00 AM Saturday at the church. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400. E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

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 </figure>Terry Lee Gnad, age 72, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away January 8, 2023, in Ellis. Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Saturday, January 14, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis. A combined rosary and vigil service will be 10:00 AM Saturday at the church. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400. E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

Terry Lee Gnad

Marjorie Boeckner, age 90, of Hays, Kansas, died January 10, 2023, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born November 7, 1932, to Mike Loreg and Eva (Cline) Loreg in Codell, Kansas.

She graduated Plainville High School, and later married Dean Boeckner in Newton, Kansas.

Marjorie had a passion for caring for kids of all ages.&nbsp; She enjoyed big family meals and getting together brought her the most joy.&nbsp; She was a parent of her own children, as well as a foster parent for 20 years, taking care of a total of 184 kids, and adopting four.&nbsp; She had also worked at the Hillcrest Cemetery as a bookkeeper in Great Bend and was president of the Paradise Center Cemetery Board.

She is survived by her children, Avea Mahan, Roeland, Park, KS: Daniel Boeckner, Hays, KS; Dean Boeckner, Jr, Hays, KS: Tammie (David) Acheson, Palco, KS; Tanya Boeckner, Hays, KS; and Jessica Boeckner, Hays, KS; sister LaDonna, Wichita, KS; brothers Mike, Hoisington, KS; Dean (Janice), Topeka, KS; and Darrell, (Janice) Wyandotte, MO; eight grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Dean Boeckner, daughter, Thea; her parents, and siblings, Helen, Kathrine, Melvin, Della Mae, Loree, Keith, Dorothy, Joseph and a grandson, Travis Mahan.&nbsp;

Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Viewing and visitation will be 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on Saturday prior to services at the Funeral Chapel.&nbsp; Interment will follow the services in the Paradise Center Cemetery - Rooks County.&nbsp; 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kansas Special Olympics in care of the Funeral Chapel.

Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Marjorie Boeckner, age 90, of Hays, Kansas, died January 10, 2023, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born November 7, 1932, to Mike Loreg and Eva (Cline) Loreg in Codell, Kansas.She graduated Plainville High School, and later married Dean Boeckner in Newton, Kansas.Marjorie had a passion for caring for kids of all ages.&nbsp; She enjoyed big family meals and getting together brought her the most joy.&nbsp; She was a parent of her own children, as well as a foster parent for 20 years, taking care of a total of 184 kids, and adopting four.&nbsp; She had also worked at the Hillcrest Cemetery as a bookkeeper in Great Bend and was president of the Paradise Center Cemetery Board.She is survived by her children, Avea Mahan, Roeland, Park, KS: Daniel Boeckner, Hays, KS; Dean Boeckner, Jr, Hays, KS: Tammie (David) Acheson, Palco, KS; Tanya Boeckner, Hays, KS; and Jessica Boeckner, Hays, KS; sister LaDonna, Wichita, KS; brothers Mike, Hoisington, KS; Dean (Janice), Topeka, KS; and Darrell, (Janice) Wyandotte, MO; eight grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren.Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Dean Boeckner, daughter, Thea; her parents, and siblings, Helen, Kathrine, Melvin, Della Mae, Loree, Keith, Dorothy, Joseph and a grandson, Travis Mahan.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 11:00 AM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Viewing and visitation will be 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM on Saturday prior to services at the Funeral Chapel.&nbsp; Interment will follow the services in the Paradise Center Cemetery - Rooks County.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kansas Special Olympics in care of the Funeral Chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Marjorie Boeckner

James L. Ohlsen, 92, longtime resident of Norton and businessman,&nbsp; passed away January 10, 2023, at his home after a short time illness.

James “Jim” was born December 21, 1930, in Whiting, KS the son of Fred
 and Ruby (Richelsen) Ohlsen.&nbsp; He grew up there and graduated from 
Whiting High School in 1950.

Jim farmed with his dad and brother Bill.&nbsp; He also helped his Dad in the grocery store that his Dad owned.

After selling the farm and grocery store, the family moved to Seneca, 
KS where they built and managed Ohlsen’s Frontier Station and Café.&nbsp; In 
1963, Jim and Bill moved to Norton where their Dad helped them build 
another Ohlsen’s Frontier Station and Café.

On February 7, 1965, Jim married the love of his life, Reges Lorance.&nbsp; They were married 57 years.

In 1967, Bill and family moved back to Seneca.&nbsp; Jim and Reges took 
over and managed the business until January of 1978 when they sold out.

Jim and family moved to Anoka, MN and in 1981 they moved back to 
Norton.&nbsp; Jim worked for KDOT.&nbsp;&nbsp; Upon retiring, Jim enjoyed working at 
home, having time with family, and repairing guns.

Jim was a member of the former Full Gospel Church in Norton.

Survivors are his wife, Reges of Norton; daughter Vicki of Rossville,
 KS; 2 sons Francis of Evansville, WY and Kirk of Woodston, KS; grandson
 Toby Ohlsen; great grandson Bentley Ohlsen; and one great granddaughter
 Peyton Ohlsen; along with brother-in-law Barry Lorance of Shallow 
Water, TX; and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Bill; brother 
Francis, who was lost in the line of duty with the Coast Guard in 1943; 
and sister Louise Bothe.

Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family service will be held at a 
later date.&nbsp; Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of
 arrangements.

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 </figure>James L. Ohlsen, 92, longtime resident of Norton and businessman,&nbsp; passed away January 10, 2023, at his home after a short time illness.James “Jim” was born December 21, 1930, in Whiting, KS the son of Fred
 and Ruby (Richelsen) Ohlsen.&nbsp; He grew up there and graduated from 
Whiting High School in 1950.Jim farmed with his dad and brother Bill.&nbsp; He also helped his Dad in the grocery store that his Dad owned.After selling the farm and grocery store, the family moved to Seneca, 
KS where they built and managed Ohlsen’s Frontier Station and Café.&nbsp; In 
1963, Jim and Bill moved to Norton where their Dad helped them build 
another Ohlsen’s Frontier Station and Café.On February 7, 1965, Jim married the love of his life, Reges Lorance.&nbsp; They were married 57 years.In 1967, Bill and family moved back to Seneca.&nbsp; Jim and Reges took 
over and managed the business until January of 1978 when they sold out.Jim and family moved to Anoka, MN and in 1981 they moved back to 
Norton.&nbsp; Jim worked for KDOT.&nbsp;&nbsp; Upon retiring, Jim enjoyed working at 
home, having time with family, and repairing guns.Jim was a member of the former Full Gospel Church in Norton.Survivors are his wife, Reges of Norton; daughter Vicki of Rossville,
 KS; 2 sons Francis of Evansville, WY and Kirk of Woodston, KS; grandson
 Toby Ohlsen; great grandson Bentley Ohlsen; and one great granddaughter
 Peyton Ohlsen; along with brother-in-law Barry Lorance of Shallow 
Water, TX; and other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; brother Bill; brother 
Francis, who was lost in the line of duty with the Coast Guard in 1943; 
and sister Louise Bothe.Cremation was planned.&nbsp; A private family service will be held at a 
later date.&nbsp; Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of
 arrangements.

James L. Ohlsen

Berdena Ruth (Veatch) Whisman, of Palco, KS, passed away on 
January 8, 2023, at her home in Palco, at the age of 92. She was born on
 March 24, 1930, to Cletus and Lucy (Coddington) Veatch in Hays, KS. She
 married George D. Whisman on May 27, 1948. They were blessed with three
 children: Carol, Nancy, and Daren.

Berdena attended 
the North Amboy School southwest of Palco and graduated from Palco High 
School in 1947. After her marriage to George, they moved to Trego Center
 until 1954 when they settled on what is now the family farm north of 
Palco. Along with raising three children, she also earned her teaching 
degree from Fort Hays State University. After milking the cows every 
morning, she would carpool to Hays for classes every day. She began her 
teaching career at the stone schoolhouse southeast of Palco, later 
settling in the 5th grade at Palco Elementary School. She taught for 30 
years and continued substitute teaching until the early 2000s.

Aside
 from teaching, Berdena had a passion for painting and quilting. She 
entered many art and quilt shows around the country earning awards for 
many of her pieces. She was a member of the Palco Art Club, EHU, and 
many other clubs. Her latest accomplishment was entering the ROAR art 
exhibit in Russell and earning honorable mention on two pieces.

Berdena
 also had an athletic streak. She was known for her mean pitching arm, 
even breaking the garage siding while playing with the family. You could
 also find her holding a grandchild or great-grandchild and reading a 
book. As time went on, she supported their music endeavors putting on 
many miles hauling kids and instruments for lessons or to Carol and 
Nancy’s band classes, regardless of the location!

Berdena
 is survived by her daughter, Nancy Beyea; daughter-in-law, Leola 
Whisman; five grandchildren: Blake Beyea (Emily), Greggory Whisman and 
family, Geoffrey Whisman (Cammie) and family, Galen Whisman, and Nadia 
Beyea and family; and six great-grandchildren.

She is 
preceded in death by her parents, Cletus and Lucy Veatch; husband, 
George Whisman; son, Daren Whisman; and daughter, Carol Whisman; two 
brothers, Galen and Gerrell Veatch; and sister, Esther Printz.

A
 Funeral Service will be held at 10:30AM Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 
the United Methodist Church in Palco. Burial will follow at the Pleasant
 View Cemetery near Palco. Visitation will be on Friday, 2PM – 8PM with 
family receiving friends from 6:00PM - 8:00 PM at the funeral home in 
Plainville.

Memorials are suggested to Berdena Whisman 
Arts Fund and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd 
St, Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Berdena Ruth (Veatch) Whisman, of Palco, KS, passed away on 
January 8, 2023, at her home in Palco, at the age of 92. She was born on
 March 24, 1930, to Cletus and Lucy (Coddington) Veatch in Hays, KS. She
 married George D. Whisman on May 27, 1948. They were blessed with three
 children: Carol, Nancy, and Daren.Berdena attended 
the North Amboy School southwest of Palco and graduated from Palco High 
School in 1947. After her marriage to George, they moved to Trego Center
 until 1954 when they settled on what is now the family farm north of 
Palco. Along with raising three children, she also earned her teaching 
degree from Fort Hays State University. After milking the cows every 
morning, she would carpool to Hays for classes every day. She began her 
teaching career at the stone schoolhouse southeast of Palco, later 
settling in the 5th grade at Palco Elementary School. She taught for 30 
years and continued substitute teaching until the early 2000s.Aside
 from teaching, Berdena had a passion for painting and quilting. She 
entered many art and quilt shows around the country earning awards for 
many of her pieces. She was a member of the Palco Art Club, EHU, and 
many other clubs. Her latest accomplishment was entering the ROAR art 
exhibit in Russell and earning honorable mention on two pieces.Berdena
 also had an athletic streak. She was known for her mean pitching arm, 
even breaking the garage siding while playing with the family. You could
 also find her holding a grandchild or great-grandchild and reading a 
book. As time went on, she supported their music endeavors putting on 
many miles hauling kids and instruments for lessons or to Carol and 
Nancy’s band classes, regardless of the location!Berdena
 is survived by her daughter, Nancy Beyea; daughter-in-law, Leola 
Whisman; five grandchildren: Blake Beyea (Emily), Greggory Whisman and 
family, Geoffrey Whisman (Cammie) and family, Galen Whisman, and Nadia 
Beyea and family; and six great-grandchildren.She is 
preceded in death by her parents, Cletus and Lucy Veatch; husband, 
George Whisman; son, Daren Whisman; and daughter, Carol Whisman; two 
brothers, Galen and Gerrell Veatch; and sister, Esther Printz.A
 Funeral Service will be held at 10:30AM Saturday, January 14, 2023, at 
the United Methodist Church in Palco. Burial will follow at the Pleasant
 View Cemetery near Palco. Visitation will be on Friday, 2PM – 8PM with 
family receiving friends from 6:00PM - 8:00 PM at the funeral home in 
Plainville.Memorials are suggested to Berdena Whisman 
Arts Fund and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd 
St, Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;

Berdena Ruth (Veatch) Whisman

Alice Marie (Eberle) Brungardt, 92, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas. Alice was born the daughter of Hilarious and Barbara (Kinderknecht) Eberle in Hays, Kansas, on September 14, 1930. Alice and Melvin Joseph Brungardt were united in marriage on June 16, 1947, in Hays, Kansas. Together they celebrated 66 years of marriage before his passing in 2013.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister (LaVerna Lang), brothers (Marvin Eberle) and (Virgil “Abe” Eberle) and great great-granddaughter (Kiden Veal). Survivors include her children, Carol (Charles) Geller of San Angelo, Texas and Steven (Marcia) Brungardt of Wichita, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 9 great great-grandchildren and many extended family members.

Alice was very proud of her Volga-German heritage and loved listening and dancing to German music with her husband.&nbsp; They enjoyed weekend “dates” playing cards with friends, square and round dancing, traveling to casinos, watching old westerns and discussing ancestors who migrated to the United States and settled in western Kansas.

After retiring as collateral custodian from the Federal Land Bank, Alice enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, growing flowers and caring for the neighborhood feral cats.

She loved her family, her Catholic faith and learning new things.

Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. both on Saturday January 21, 2023, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 2701 S. Pattie St., Wichita, KS. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 610 S. Vassar St., Wichita, KS. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Margaret Mary Catholic School.

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 </figure>Alice Marie (Eberle) Brungardt, 92, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, January 6, 2023, in Wichita, Kansas. Alice was born the daughter of Hilarious and Barbara (Kinderknecht) Eberle in Hays, Kansas, on September 14, 1930. Alice and Melvin Joseph Brungardt were united in marriage on June 16, 1947, in Hays, Kansas. Together they celebrated 66 years of marriage before his passing in 2013.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister (LaVerna Lang), brothers (Marvin Eberle) and (Virgil “Abe” Eberle) and great great-granddaughter (Kiden Veal). Survivors include her children, Carol (Charles) Geller of San Angelo, Texas and Steven (Marcia) Brungardt of Wichita, 6 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 9 great great-grandchildren and many extended family members.Alice was very proud of her Volga-German heritage and loved listening and dancing to German music with her husband.&nbsp; They enjoyed weekend “dates” playing cards with friends, square and round dancing, traveling to casinos, watching old westerns and discussing ancestors who migrated to the United States and settled in western Kansas.After retiring as collateral custodian from the Federal Land Bank, Alice enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sewing, growing flowers and caring for the neighborhood feral cats.She loved her family, her Catholic faith and learning new things.Recitation of the Holy Rosary will be 10:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. both on Saturday January 21, 2023, at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church, 2701 S. Pattie St., Wichita, KS. Entombment will follow at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 610 S. Vassar St., Wichita, KS. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the St. Margaret Mary Catholic School.

Alice Marie (Eberle) Brungardt

Renee Margarete Campbell, 79, Russell, died Friday, January 6, 2023, at Russell Regional Hospital.

She was born April 13, 1943, in Wolfen, 
Germany, the daughter of Walter and Marta Hoehn. Renee was a Registered
 Nurse and spent her days working as a home health nurse for the 
communities of Russell and Colby.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Mary Queen of
 Angels Catholic Church in Russell.

Survivors include a son: Caleb Campbell
 and wife Janice, two daughters: Sonya Manglapus and husband Dan and 
Tanya Spice, and eight grandchildren: Noah, Theo, Christopher, Connor, 
Sean, Samantha, Malyna and Zane.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Private family inurnment will be held 
at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Mary Queen of Angels 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; 

Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home and condolences and memories of Renee may be shared with 
her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 </figure>Renee Margarete Campbell, 79, Russell, died Friday, January 6, 2023, at Russell Regional Hospital.She was born April 13, 1943, in Wolfen, 
Germany, the daughter of Walter and Marta Hoehn. Renee was a Registered
 Nurse and spent her days working as a home health nurse for the 
communities of Russell and Colby.&nbsp; She was a member of St. Mary Queen of
 Angels Catholic Church in Russell.Survivors include a son: Caleb Campbell
 and wife Janice, two daughters: Sonya Manglapus and husband Dan and 
Tanya Spice, and eight grandchildren: Noah, Theo, Christopher, Connor, 
Sean, Samantha, Malyna and Zane.She was preceded in death by her parents.Private family inurnment will be held 
at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Mary Queen of Angels 
Catholic Church.&nbsp; Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel 
Funeral Home and condolences and memories of Renee may be shared with 
her family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Renee Margarete Campbell

February 21, 1959
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023

An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Kenneth-Eugene-Cozad?obId=26986357#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023An obituary is pending with Pauls Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.paulsfh.com/obituaries/Kenneth-Eugene-Cozad?obId=26986357#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Kenneth Eugene Cozad

October 7, 1957
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023

An obituary and service details are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 9, 2023An obituary and service details are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Dale Arpin born in Hays on April 15 1952, to Alfred and Marcella Arpin. He passed  December 13, 2022, in the comfort of his home with family and friends by his side. 

He grew up in Damar helping his Dad with farming and cattle . He graduated from Palco High in 1970, attended Colby College . In the late '70s, he moved to Colorado and worked for Adams County as a Traffic Engineer for 32 years. 

There, he met his wife Candy. They married in 1982 and last year celebrated 40 years of marriage! Dale loved returning to Damar to visit and see the land to recapture fond memories! 

 He is survived by his wife Candy, daughter Sunshine, granddaughter Savannah (Pablo), grandson Cody (Cheyenne), sister Judy Bieker of Hays Ks, sister Renee (Tony) Marcotte Damar, Mother in Law Martina Gallegos, and overwhelming number of nieces and nephews! 

Preceding him in death were his parents, brother Allen Arpin, sister Dorthy Arpin. 

Memorial services were Jan. 5, 2023, at Horan &amp; McConaty Chapel in Thornton, Colo.

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 </figure>Dale Arpin born in Hays on April 15 1952, to Alfred and Marcella Arpin. He passed December 13, 2022, in the comfort of his home with family and friends by his side. He grew up in Damar helping his Dad with farming and cattle . He graduated from Palco High in 1970, attended Colby College . In the late '70s, he moved to Colorado and worked for Adams County as a Traffic Engineer for 32 years. There, he met his wife Candy. They married in 1982 and last year celebrated 40 years of marriage! Dale loved returning to Damar to visit and see the land to recapture fond memories! He is survived by his wife Candy, daughter Sunshine, granddaughter Savannah (Pablo), grandson Cody (Cheyenne), sister Judy Bieker of Hays Ks, sister Renee (Tony) Marcotte Damar, Mother in Law Martina Gallegos, and overwhelming number of nieces and nephews! Preceding him in death were his parents, brother Allen Arpin, sister Dorthy Arpin. Memorial services were Jan. 5, 2023, at Horan &amp; McConaty Chapel in Thornton, Colo.

Dale Arpin

Henry Roger Kneller, 80, passed away January 4, 2023, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. He was born August 25, 1925, at Whitemouth, 
Manitoba, Canada, to Herman and Rose (Mergle) Kneller. He married Doris 
Miller Reile on November 4, 2002.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, 
January 30, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held 
at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Great Bend Seventh Day 
Adventist Church, with Pastor Jim Martin presiding. Inurnment will be in
 La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse. 

Memorials have been designated to Great 
Bend Seventh Day Adventist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

A full obituary will be listed at a later date.

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 </figure>Henry Roger Kneller, 80, passed away January 4, 2023, at Wesley 
Medical Center, Wichita. He was born August 25, 1925, at Whitemouth, 
Manitoba, Canada, to Herman and Rose (Mergle) Kneller. He married Doris 
Miller Reile on November 4, 2002.The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Monday, 
January 30, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held 
at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at Great Bend Seventh Day 
Adventist Church, with Pastor Jim Martin presiding. Inurnment will be in
 La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse. Memorials have been designated to Great 
Bend Seventh Day Adventist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.A full obituary will be listed at a later date.

Henry Roger Kneller

Virgil Leo Uhrich, age 72, of Wakeeney,
 Kansas, died January 8, 2023, in his home.&nbsp; He was born April 15, 1950,
 in Quinter, Kansas to Leo Benedict and Rosalia (Zerr) Uhrich. Virgil 
married Sharon Kay Beer September 3, 1992, in Hill City, Kansas.

He served in the United States Navy 
during the Vietnam war as a mechanic on the USS Collett. He worked as a 
mechanic at Fondoble Motors in Ellis, then worked in the service 
department of the Norton Highway Department, then 29 years at Pepsi 
where he worked in the warehouse, as a route driver, and vending 
technician, retiring in 2009. Virgil decided to end his retirement after
 three days and started work for Trego County Road and Bridge. He then 
worked part time for Trego County Road and Bridge, as well as, Riedel 
Farms, retiring in 2021.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

In April of 2022, he was able to take part in the Coffeyville Honor Flight accompanied by his great nephew Braddix Bozarth.&nbsp; 
Virgil enjoyed woodworking, especially making toys for kids, and was 
well known for building many rocker glider chairs until November 2022.&nbsp; 
He liked to spend time fishing, camping, and spending time with family.

He is survived by his wife, Sharon of 
WaKeeney; sons, Kirk (Cindy) Knouf, Quinter, KS;&nbsp; Chad Uhrich, Ellis, 
KS; daughters, Bridget (Ed) Beall, Wakeeney, KS; Collett (Andrew) 
Spencer, Wakeeney, KS; Kristi Grate, Tulsa, OK;&nbsp; Heidi (Kerrey Moore) 
Uhrich, McPherson, KS; brother, Dwayne (Terri) Uhrich, Norton, KS; 
sister Marla (Curt) Bozarth, Norton, KS; Chris (Brad) Carlin, Norcatur, 
KS; Monica (Brian) Roe, Hays, KS; Valerie (Phil) Babcock, Norton, KS; 
eight grandchildren, Sierra (Levi), Jessica, Caleb, Blake (Kenna), 
Nathaniel, Rylee, Kaylee, and Mason, and five great grandchildren, Ayla,
 Rosie, Elias, Rory, and Jax.&nbsp; As well as numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, Mary Uhrich, nephews, Lucas Welch and Riley Bozarth.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10:30 AM at St. 
Michael's Catholic Church in Collyer, Kansas.&nbsp; Memorial visitation will 
9:30 until service time&nbsp;at the church.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, family request 
memorials to Coffeyville Honor Flight or Wounded Warriors Project in 
care of Keithley Funeral Homes, Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Please make checks payable to the organization.&nbsp;

Condolences may be left by guest book as www.keithleryfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Virgil Leo Uhrich, age 72, of Wakeeney,
 Kansas, died January 8, 2023, in his home.&nbsp; He was born April 15, 1950,
 in Quinter, Kansas to Leo Benedict and Rosalia (Zerr) Uhrich. Virgil 
married Sharon Kay Beer September 3, 1992, in Hill City, Kansas.He served in the United States Navy 
during the Vietnam war as a mechanic on the USS Collett. He worked as a 
mechanic at Fondoble Motors in Ellis, then worked in the service 
department of the Norton Highway Department, then 29 years at Pepsi 
where he worked in the warehouse, as a route driver, and vending 
technician, retiring in 2009. Virgil decided to end his retirement after
 three days and started work for Trego County Road and Bridge. He then 
worked part time for Trego County Road and Bridge, as well as, Riedel 
Farms, retiring in 2021.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;In April of 2022, he was able to take part in the Coffeyville Honor Flight accompanied by his great nephew Braddix Bozarth.&nbsp; 
Virgil enjoyed woodworking, especially making toys for kids, and was 
well known for building many rocker glider chairs until November 2022.&nbsp; 
He liked to spend time fishing, camping, and spending time with family.He is survived by his wife, Sharon of 
WaKeeney; sons, Kirk (Cindy) Knouf, Quinter, KS;&nbsp; Chad Uhrich, Ellis, 
KS; daughters, Bridget (Ed) Beall, Wakeeney, KS; Collett (Andrew) 
Spencer, Wakeeney, KS; Kristi Grate, Tulsa, OK;&nbsp; Heidi (Kerrey Moore) 
Uhrich, McPherson, KS; brother, Dwayne (Terri) Uhrich, Norton, KS; 
sister Marla (Curt) Bozarth, Norton, KS; Chris (Brad) Carlin, Norcatur, 
KS; Monica (Brian) Roe, Hays, KS; Valerie (Phil) Babcock, Norton, KS; 
eight grandchildren, Sierra (Levi), Jessica, Caleb, Blake (Kenna), 
Nathaniel, Rylee, Kaylee, and Mason, and five great grandchildren, Ayla,
 Rosie, Elias, Rory, and Jax.&nbsp; As well as numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, an infant sister, Mary Uhrich, nephews, Lucas Welch and Riley Bozarth.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Services will be held Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10:30 AM at St. 
Michael's Catholic Church in Collyer, Kansas.&nbsp; Memorial visitation will 
9:30 until service time&nbsp;at the church.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, family request 
memorials to Coffeyville Honor Flight or Wounded Warriors Project in 
care of Keithley Funeral Homes, Brock’s Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, 
Kansas.&nbsp; Please make checks payable to the organization.&nbsp;Condolences may be left by guest book as www.keithleryfuneralchapels.com

Virgil Leo Uhrich

June 28, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 8, 2023

An obituary&nbsp; pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Charlotte-Ann-Parks?obId=26983379#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>June 28, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 8, 2023An obituary&nbsp; pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Charlotte-Ann-Parks?obId=26983379#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Charlotte Ann Parks

Stephen Campbell, 75, died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Wesley 
Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on July 18, 1947, at Kingman, the
 son of Loren &amp; Betty (Mayberry) Campbell. He married Lisa Anne 
McWhirter on December 22, 1973, at Dighton. 
Steve graduated from Kingman High School and earned his Masters Degree 
in Music Education from Wichita State University. He taught in Sublette
 for 2 years before moving to Dighton in 1971 teaching vocal music in 
the Dighton school district until 2002. 
He sang at his first funeral when he was 11 years old and sang at 
hundreds of funerals through the years including last month. He was a 
member and Choir Director at First Christian Church in Dighton. He was 
an avid reader, especially history and western novels. He enjoyed 
trying new restaurants and traveling to new places. After retiring he 
became a sports fan rooting for his Grandchildren’s teams and various 
college and pro teams. He enjoyed baking and delivering his food to 
neighbors and towns people. His family knows him as never being late 
for anything. 
He is survived by his Wife- Lisa Campbell, 2 Sons- Loren &amp; Amber 
Campbell of Greensburg and Logan &amp; Rebecca Campbell of Dighton, 
Brother- Clinton Campbell of Columbia City, Oregon and 4 Grandchildren- 
Isaac Torson, Ian Campbell, Blythe Campbell &amp; Sawyer Campbell. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Saturday at First Christian Church 
with Rev Jennifer Bradford officiating. Burial will be in Dighton 
Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church or
 Lane County Community Foundation Music Fund in care of Boomhower 
Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

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 </figure>Stephen Campbell, 75, died on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Wesley 
Medical Center in Wichita. He was born on July 18, 1947, at Kingman, the
 son of Loren &amp; Betty (Mayberry) Campbell. He married Lisa Anne 
McWhirter on December 22, 1973, at Dighton. 
Steve graduated from Kingman High School and earned his Masters Degree 
in Music Education from Wichita State University. He taught in Sublette
 for 2 years before moving to Dighton in 1971 teaching vocal music in 
the Dighton school district until 2002. 
He sang at his first funeral when he was 11 years old and sang at 
hundreds of funerals through the years including last month. He was a 
member and Choir Director at First Christian Church in Dighton. He was 
an avid reader, especially history and western novels. He enjoyed 
trying new restaurants and traveling to new places. After retiring he 
became a sports fan rooting for his Grandchildren’s teams and various 
college and pro teams. He enjoyed baking and delivering his food to 
neighbors and towns people. His family knows him as never being late 
for anything. 
He is survived by his Wife- Lisa Campbell, 2 Sons- Loren &amp; Amber 
Campbell of Greensburg and Logan &amp; Rebecca Campbell of Dighton, 
Brother- Clinton Campbell of Columbia City, Oregon and 4 Grandchildren- 
Isaac Torson, Ian Campbell, Blythe Campbell &amp; Sawyer Campbell. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Saturday at First Christian Church 
with Rev Jennifer Bradford officiating. Burial will be in Dighton 
Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to First Christian Church or
 Lane County Community Foundation Music Fund in care of Boomhower 
Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com

Stephen Campbell

Dr. Standlee H. "Bud" Dalton, 89, Hays, died Monday, January 9, 2023, at HaysMed.

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dr. Standlee H. "Bud" Dalton, 89, Hays, died Monday, January 9, 2023, at HaysMed.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Dr. Standlee H. 'Bud' Dalton

Eddie Lang, age 71, of Ellis, Kansas passed away January 8, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society in Ellis.

Funeral services will be 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis.

Visitation will be Monday, January 16th, 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:30 AM until service time all at the church.

A combined rosary and vigil service will be 7:30 PM Monday also at the church.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

A complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400. E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

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 </figure>Eddie Lang, age 71, of Ellis, Kansas passed away January 8, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society in Ellis.Funeral services will be 10:30 AM on Tuesday, January 17, 2023, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis.Visitation will be Monday, January 16th, 6:30 PM- 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:30 AM until service time all at the church.A combined rosary and vigil service will be 7:30 PM Monday also at the church.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comA complete obituary will be submitted by Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400. E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67637.

Eddie Lang

Thursday, July 29th, 1943-Monday, January 9th, 2023

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/roberta-samsel/5112049/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Thursday, July 29th, 1943-Monday, January 9th, 2023An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/roberta-samsel/5112049/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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