Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox, daughter of Leo and Eileen (Dixon) Cramer was born July 19,1944, and passed away at the St Cloud Hospital in St Cloud, MN on November 17, 2022, at the age of 78. 

Bonnie grew up in Almena, KS beginning country school in Calvert, KS then Almena Grade school and graduating from Almena Rural High School. She was united in marriage to Verbon Arthur Baker.  To this union 3 sons were born: William Bryan Baker, Alan Lane Baker, and Boyd Austin Baker.  In 1978, Bonnie and Jim Fox were married in Lakefield, MN and made their home in that area for many years. Bonnie loved to garden and fish, and she enjoyed the time spent living on the lake in Windom, MN and later at her home in Rice, MN. Here, she also cared for her mother Eileen Cramer the last five years of Eileen's life.  They enjoyed many drives around the lake there and trips to the Dairy Queen and their favorite, the local restaurant, "The Creamery."

Bonnie was preceded in death by husband Verbon Baker and husband Jim Fox as well as infant son Alan and grandson Carrington. Bonnie is survived by her two sons William (Bill) of St. Cloud, MN and Boyd of Rice, MN; sisters Judy (Ed) Whitney of Grand Rapids, MN and Patty (Dan) Englert of Belton, MO, and brother Ron (Ellen) Cramer of Fallbrook, CA.  Also surviving are 3 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

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 </figure>Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox, daughter of Leo and Eileen (Dixon) Cramer was born July 19,1944, and passed away at the St Cloud Hospital in St Cloud, MN on November 17, 2022, at the age of 78. Bonnie grew up in Almena, KS beginning country school in Calvert, KS then Almena Grade school and graduating from Almena Rural High School. She was united in marriage to Verbon Arthur Baker. To this union 3 sons were born: William Bryan Baker, Alan Lane Baker, and Boyd Austin Baker. In 1978, Bonnie and Jim Fox were married in Lakefield, MN and made their home in that area for many years. Bonnie loved to garden and fish, and she enjoyed the time spent living on the lake in Windom, MN and later at her home in Rice, MN. Here, she also cared for her mother Eileen Cramer the last five years of Eileen's life. They enjoyed many drives around the lake there and trips to the Dairy Queen and their favorite, the local restaurant, "The Creamery."Bonnie was preceded in death by husband Verbon Baker and husband Jim Fox as well as infant son Alan and grandson Carrington. Bonnie is survived by her two sons William (Bill) of St. Cloud, MN and Boyd of Rice, MN; sisters Judy (Ed) Whitney of Grand Rapids, MN and Patty (Dan) Englert of Belton, MO, and brother Ron (Ellen) Cramer of Fallbrook, CA. Also surviving are 3 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.

Bonita Jean (Cramer) Fox

Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.

Irene was born November 8, 1931, in Jackson, Michigan.&nbsp; One of six 
children born to Frank and Costanza (LeDonne) Galardi, Irene grew up in 
Jackson until her senior year when her family moved to Huntington, West 
Virginia.&nbsp; She graduated from St. Joseph High School.

Irene was united in marriage to Delbert Dale Jepsen on January 14, 
1959, in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three daughters, 
Diane, Julie, and Dena.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln County, Kansas,
 Phillips County, Kansas, and Russell.&nbsp; Delbert preceded her in death on 
June 8, 2003.

Irene was an Editor for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
working with ceramics, reading books and dancing.

Irene’s surviving family include her daughters, Diane Cohan of Victoria, Kansas, and Julie Jepsen of Los Angeles, California; sister, Mary Hogarty of Panama City Beach, Florida; three granddaughters, Marjan Pekarek (Wesley), Roya Attari (Roni) and Dena Contreras, and 
three great-grandchildren; Raffael Attari, Evie Pekarek and Whitley 
Pekarek.

Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Delbert, and
 her daughter, Dena Renee Jepsen; sister, Georgina Conner; and three 
brothers, Albert Galardi, Alphonse Galardi and Joe Galardi.

A Celebration of Irene’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial to follow at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at 
9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with St. Luke’s Hospice House.&nbsp;

Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen, 91, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.Irene was born November 8, 1931, in Jackson, Michigan.&nbsp; One of six 
children born to Frank and Costanza (LeDonne) Galardi, Irene grew up in 
Jackson until her senior year when her family moved to Huntington, West 
Virginia.&nbsp; She graduated from St. Joseph High School.Irene was united in marriage to Delbert Dale Jepsen on January 14, 
1959, in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; This union was blessed with three daughters, 
Diane, Julie, and Dena.&nbsp; They made their home in Lincoln County, Kansas,
 Phillips County, Kansas, and Russell.&nbsp; Delbert preceded her in death on 
June 8, 2003.Irene was an Editor for the Russell Daily News for many years.&nbsp; She 
was a member of the V.F.W. Post #6240 Ladies Auxiliary.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
working with ceramics, reading books and dancing.Irene’s surviving family include her daughters, Diane Cohan of Victoria, Kansas, and Julie Jepsen of Los Angeles, California; sister, Mary Hogarty of Panama City Beach, Florida; three granddaughters, Marjan Pekarek (Wesley), Roya Attari (Roni) and Dena Contreras, and 
three great-grandchildren; Raffael Attari, Evie Pekarek and Whitley 
Pekarek.Irene was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Delbert, and
 her daughter, Dena Renee Jepsen; sister, Georgina Conner; and three 
brothers, Albert Galardi, Alphonse Galardi and Joe Galardi.A Celebration of Irene’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell.&nbsp; Burial to follow at 
St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Russell.&nbsp; Visitation will be held at 
9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with St. Luke’s Hospice House.&nbsp;Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Irene Helen (Galardi) Jepsen

Barbara Ann Besher, born Barbara Ann Williams on July 
30, 1948, in Kanorado, KS, was the daughter of the late John and Violet 
(Hill) Williams. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 28, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 74. 
She is survived by her husband of 50+ years, Roger Besher of Salina, KS,
 son Jeff Besher (wife Laura and sons Kyler and Kayden) of Salina, KS, 
daughter Brandi Besher of Orlando, FL, brother Dennis Williams (wife 
Amanda) of Russell, KS, sister Nancy Hurlbut (son Troy, and daughters 
Shelley and Angela) of Sylvan Grove, KS, and brother Don Williams (wife 
Karen) of Salina, KS; as well as cousins and some extended family. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, newborn son Rodney Besher, and brother-in-law Gary Hurlbut. 
Her heart of this world may have failed but her spirit was strong: 
But we remember now in love, 
Her life from start to end, 
And we’re just glad we knew her, 
As Husband, Mother, and Friend. 
Memorial services were at Grace Baptist Church, Salina, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

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 </figure>Barbara Ann Besher, born Barbara Ann Williams on July 
30, 1948, in Kanorado, KS, was the daughter of the late John and Violet 
(Hill) Williams. She departed this life on Wednesday, December 28, 2022,&nbsp; at the age of 74. 
She is survived by her husband of 50+ years, Roger Besher of Salina, KS,
 son Jeff Besher (wife Laura and sons Kyler and Kayden) of Salina, KS, 
daughter Brandi Besher of Orlando, FL, brother Dennis Williams (wife 
Amanda) of Russell, KS, sister Nancy Hurlbut (son Troy, and daughters 
Shelley and Angela) of Sylvan Grove, KS, and brother Don Williams (wife 
Karen) of Salina, KS; as well as cousins and some extended family. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, newborn son Rodney Besher, and brother-in-law Gary Hurlbut. 
Her heart of this world may have failed but her spirit was strong: 
But we remember now in love, 
Her life from start to end, 
And we’re just glad we knew her, 
As Husband, Mother, and Friend. 
Memorial services were at Grace Baptist Church, Salina, on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.

Barbara Ann (Williams) Besher

Daryl Lynn Novotny, of Stockton, KS, passed away on January 4, 
2023, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE, at the age 
of 81. He was born on June 15, 1941, to Ludvik and Zella “Sally” 
(Drennan) Novotny in Stockton. He married Pamela Kiehne on May 27, 1962,
 in Chicago, IL. They were blessed with one son, Scott. After Pam passed
 away in 1994, Daryl married Patty A. Hill on September 16, 2006, in 
Smith Center, KS, blessing him with four step-children, Troy, Todd, 
Travis, and Tamatha.

Daryl grew up in Stockton and 
graduated from Stockton High School in 1959. After high school he 
entered the workforce working for TWA Airline in Chicago where he met 
his wife Pam. When they moved back to Stockton he worked for Novotny 
Machine Shop, was part owner of Stockton Yamaha Shop, and retired as a 
USPS mail carrier. He also worked as a part-time Deputy for Rooks County
 Sheriff Department.

Daryl was an avid outdoorsman 
enjoying archery and shooting, target shooting with his family, 
arrowhead hunting, and motorcycle trips with Gene Miller. He spent a lot
 of time reading and he loved KU sports, his pets - and his dog Oliver. 
Mostly, he loved getting together with his family and a good happy hour.

Daryl
 is survived by his wife, Patty of the home in Stockton; son, Scott 
(Brenda) Novotny of Stockton; step-children, Troy Anderson of Agra, KS, 
Travis Anderson (Cheryl) of Agra, KS, and Tamatha Schurr (Jerud) of 
Phillpsburg, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Pamela; step-son, Todd Anderson; and brother, Ronald (Kathy) Novotny.

Daryl
 was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and cherished his 
family and friends. His faith in God was not only a constant source of 
strength for himself, but also for all who knew him. We can smile 
because he lived and left us with cherished memories that will live 
forever in our hearts. He will be remembered in love.

A
 Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 1:30 PM
 with visitation on Tuesday, 3PM until 8PM at the funeral home in 
Stockton.

Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley 
Family Medicine and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N.
 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>Daryl Lynn Novotny, of Stockton, KS, passed away on January 4, 
2023, at the Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE, at the age 
of 81. He was born on June 15, 1941, to Ludvik and Zella “Sally” 
(Drennan) Novotny in Stockton. He married Pamela Kiehne on May 27, 1962,
 in Chicago, IL. They were blessed with one son, Scott. After Pam passed
 away in 1994, Daryl married Patty A. Hill on September 16, 2006, in 
Smith Center, KS, blessing him with four step-children, Troy, Todd, 
Travis, and Tamatha.Daryl grew up in Stockton and 
graduated from Stockton High School in 1959. After high school he 
entered the workforce working for TWA Airline in Chicago where he met 
his wife Pam. When they moved back to Stockton he worked for Novotny 
Machine Shop, was part owner of Stockton Yamaha Shop, and retired as a 
USPS mail carrier. He also worked as a part-time Deputy for Rooks County
 Sheriff Department.Daryl was an avid outdoorsman 
enjoying archery and shooting, target shooting with his family, 
arrowhead hunting, and motorcycle trips with Gene Miller. He spent a lot
 of time reading and he loved KU sports, his pets - and his dog Oliver. 
Mostly, he loved getting together with his family and a good happy hour.Daryl
 is survived by his wife, Patty of the home in Stockton; son, Scott 
(Brenda) Novotny of Stockton; step-children, Troy Anderson of Agra, KS, 
Travis Anderson (Cheryl) of Agra, KS, and Tamatha Schurr (Jerud) of 
Phillpsburg, KS; and numerous step-grandchildren.He is preceded in death by his parents; first wife, Pamela; step-son, Todd Anderson; and brother, Ronald (Kathy) Novotny.Daryl
 was a good-hearted man who worked hard, enjoyed life and cherished his 
family and friends. His faith in God was not only a constant source of 
strength for himself, but also for all who knew him. We can smile 
because he lived and left us with cherished memories that will live 
forever in our hearts. He will be remembered in love.A
 Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023, at 1:30 PM
 with visitation on Tuesday, 3PM until 8PM at the funeral home in 
Stockton.Memorials are suggested to Solomon Valley 
Family Medicine and may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N.
 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Daryl L. Novotny

Kenneth Paul “Ken” Abendshien, age 75, of Hays, Kansas passed away Monday, January 5, 2023, at his home.

Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

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 </figure>Kenneth Paul “Ken” Abendshien, age 75, of Hays, Kansas passed away Monday, January 5, 2023, at his home.Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 
22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. &nbsp;Condolences can be sent via email to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Kenneth Paul 'Ken' Abendshien

Terrence Wierman, age 79, of Hays, Kansas passed away January 3, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth Village.

Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. 67601.

Terrence Wierman, age 79, of Hays, Kansas passed away January 3, 2023, at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellsworth Village.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS. 67601.

Terrence Wierman

Lonnie
 Ray Luck passed suddenly on January 3, 2023, at the age of 67. He was 
born on June 23, 1955, in Hays, Kansas, to Rosalie H. and Donald L. Luck. 
He was the oldest of five children with two brothers, Jeffrey Luck and 
Kenton Luck and two sisters, Darla Myers and Nancy Edmundson.&nbsp; He spent 
his childhood days in Elkhart, Kansas. 

Lonnie
 was married to the love of his life, Peggy Marie (Hansen), on July 20, 
1975. The two of them settled down in Liberal, Kansas, where Lonnie 
started Luck Refrigeration, which he operated until the time of his 
passing. 

Lonnie
 is survived by his mother Rosalie Luck, two sons Eric David Luck and 
wife Wendy, Adam Ray Luck and wife Jessica and three grandchildren: Lyla
 J. Luck, London G. Luck, and Levi J. Luck; two step grandchildren 
Steven Ray McBryde and wife Brandy and Micheal John McBryde and wife 
Jessina.&nbsp; Five step great-grandchildren: Dade R. Williams, Hailey W. 
Williams, Laci J. McBryde, John F. McBryde, Lily D. McBryde. 

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Luck.

Lonnie
 enjoyed working with his hands fixing things, playing with his 
grandkids, and most of all, traveling and exploring the country with his
 wife Peggy. The two were best friends. He was always up for adventure, 
was friendly, and humbly generous to everyone he met. He could 
effortlessly strike up a conversation with anyone in the room and his 
wit put smiles on everyone’s faces. He will be deeply missed by all. 

Memorial Services will on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2pm at the First United Methodist Church, 116 W 3rd St., Liberal, KS, 67901, with Pastors Brad Bennett and Rex Petty presiding.&nbsp; 

Memorial Contributions may be made to Southwest Miracles, in care of Hornung Family Funeral Home, 1212 W 2nd St., Liberal, KS&nbsp; 67901.

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 </figure>Lonnie
 Ray Luck passed suddenly on January 3, 2023, at the age of 67. He was 
born on June 23, 1955, in Hays, Kansas, to Rosalie H. and Donald L. Luck. 
He was the oldest of five children with two brothers, Jeffrey Luck and 
Kenton Luck and two sisters, Darla Myers and Nancy Edmundson.&nbsp; He spent 
his childhood days in Elkhart, Kansas. Lonnie
 was married to the love of his life, Peggy Marie (Hansen), on July 20, 
1975. The two of them settled down in Liberal, Kansas, where Lonnie 
started Luck Refrigeration, which he operated until the time of his 
passing. Lonnie
 is survived by his mother Rosalie Luck, two sons Eric David Luck and 
wife Wendy, Adam Ray Luck and wife Jessica and three grandchildren: Lyla
 J. Luck, London G. Luck, and Levi J. Luck; two step grandchildren 
Steven Ray McBryde and wife Brandy and Micheal John McBryde and wife 
Jessina.&nbsp; Five step great-grandchildren: Dade R. Williams, Hailey W. 
Williams, Laci J. McBryde, John F. McBryde, Lily D. McBryde. He was preceded in death by his father Donald Luck.Lonnie
 enjoyed working with his hands fixing things, playing with his 
grandkids, and most of all, traveling and exploring the country with his
 wife Peggy. The two were best friends. He was always up for adventure, 
was friendly, and humbly generous to everyone he met. He could 
effortlessly strike up a conversation with anyone in the room and his 
wit put smiles on everyone’s faces. He will be deeply missed by all. Memorial Services will on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at 2pm at the First United Methodist Church, 116 W 3rd St., Liberal, KS, 67901, with Pastors Brad Bennett and Rex Petty presiding.&nbsp; Memorial Contributions may be made to Southwest Miracles, in care of Hornung Family Funeral Home, 1212 W 2nd St., Liberal, KS&nbsp; 67901.

Lonnie Ray Luck

Eyra Beatriz Giesick, age 55, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022 at her home in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on 
March 13, 1967, in Maracay, Venezuela, to Pedro Jose and Aura Soledad 
Serano Villafranca. She has been a member of Scott City since 2007 
moving from Jenks, Oklahoma. She was a Teacher as well as a 
Psychologist.

On September 2nd, 1998, she married Stewart J. Giesick. He passed away September 7th, 2007, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Survivors include her nephew Igor Villafranca of Caracas, Venezuela.

She was preceded in death by her parents and Husband

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 </figure>Eyra Beatriz Giesick, age 55, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022 at her home in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on 
March 13, 1967, in Maracay, Venezuela, to Pedro Jose and Aura Soledad 
Serano Villafranca. She has been a member of Scott City since 2007 
moving from Jenks, Oklahoma. She was a Teacher as well as a 
Psychologist.On September 2nd, 1998, she married Stewart J. Giesick. He passed away September 7th, 2007, in Tulsa, Oklahoma.Survivors include her nephew Igor Villafranca of Caracas, Venezuela.She was preceded in death by her parents and HusbandThere will be no visiting hours.

Eyra Beatriz Giesick

Ralph C. Wellbrock, 81, Hays, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at HaysMed.

He was born September 25, 1941, in 
Victoria to Herman and Celestine “Sally” (Dreiling) Wellbrock.&nbsp; On 
September 28, 1963, he married Patty (Herman) Wellbrock in Hays.&nbsp; He grew
 up on the family farm near Vincent, Kansas, and still enjoyed any 
opportunity to “go play in the dirt”.&nbsp; In 1959, Ralph graduated from 
Victoria High School.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984 in Hays, St. Fidelis Fourth Degree 
Assembly #305 in Victoria, where he took on many offices including 
Faithful Navigator, and St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he served as 
an usher.&nbsp; For 12 years Ralph was a volunteer firefighter with the Hays 
Fire Department.

Ralph began working at Hays Machine 
Works in 1963 when he was hired to help them out for two weeks.&nbsp; He 
ended up staying for the next 12 years until opening his own welding and
 machine business in 1975.&nbsp; He owned and operated Ralph’s Welding and 
Machine from 1975 until his retirement in 2010 then spent the next 
twelve years continuing to tinker on various projects including 
restoring a 1947 Jeep Willys.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed supporting his 
grandson Adam and following all his activities.&nbsp; He was always very fond
 of naps, although he would always say he was “just thinking”.&nbsp; Ralph 
will forever be remembered for the numerous projects he designed, built,
 and repaired in and around the community, as well as the ornery twinkle
 in his eye.

Survivors include his wife Patty of the
 home, his daughter: Lori Flax and husband Eric of Hays, a grandson: 
Adam Flax of Plainville, two sisters: Doris Schmidt of Catharine and 
Melene Rohr of Wichita, and three sisters-in-law: Wilma VonLintel and 
husband Regis of Victoria, Merline Wellbrock of Anthony, and Norma 
Wellbrock of Hays.

He was preceded in death by his parents
 Herman and Sally, his brothers; Leroy, Milton, Jerry, Leon, and Donald 
Wellbrock, and infant brothers: Jerry and Gary Wellbrock.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will 
be at 5:30 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a 
combined Third and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested for masses or to a 
memorial to be established at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
 Ralph may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Ralph C. Wellbrock, 81, Hays, passed away on Wednesday, January 4, 2023, at HaysMed.He was born September 25, 1941, in 
Victoria to Herman and Celestine “Sally” (Dreiling) Wellbrock.&nbsp; On 
September 28, 1963, he married Patty (Herman) Wellbrock in Hays.&nbsp; He grew
 up on the family farm near Vincent, Kansas, and still enjoyed any 
opportunity to “go play in the dirt”.&nbsp; In 1959, Ralph graduated from 
Victoria High School.&nbsp; He was a member of the St. Mary’s Third Degree 
Knights of Columbus Council #6984 in Hays, St. Fidelis Fourth Degree 
Assembly #305 in Victoria, where he took on many offices including 
Faithful Navigator, and St. Joseph Catholic Church, where he served as 
an usher.&nbsp; For 12 years Ralph was a volunteer firefighter with the Hays 
Fire Department.Ralph began working at Hays Machine 
Works in 1963 when he was hired to help them out for two weeks.&nbsp; He 
ended up staying for the next 12 years until opening his own welding and
 machine business in 1975.&nbsp; He owned and operated Ralph’s Welding and 
Machine from 1975 until his retirement in 2010 then spent the next 
twelve years continuing to tinker on various projects including 
restoring a 1947 Jeep Willys.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed supporting his 
grandson Adam and following all his activities.&nbsp; He was always very fond
 of naps, although he would always say he was “just thinking”.&nbsp; Ralph 
will forever be remembered for the numerous projects he designed, built,
 and repaired in and around the community, as well as the ornery twinkle
 in his eye.Survivors include his wife Patty of the
 home, his daughter: Lori Flax and husband Eric of Hays, a grandson: 
Adam Flax of Plainville, two sisters: Doris Schmidt of Catharine and 
Melene Rohr of Wichita, and three sisters-in-law: Wilma VonLintel and 
husband Regis of Victoria, Merline Wellbrock of Anthony, and Norma 
Wellbrock of Hays.He was preceded in death by his parents
 Herman and Sally, his brothers; Leroy, Milton, Jerry, Leon, and Donald 
Wellbrock, and infant brothers: Jerry and Gary Wellbrock.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00
 pm until 8:00 on Monday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Tuesday, all at 
Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A Daughters of Isabella rosary will 
be at 5:30 pm, a vigil service will be at 6:30 pm, followed by a 
combined Third and Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all on 
Monday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested for masses or to a 
memorial to be established at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of
 Ralph may be shared with his family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Ralph C. Wellbrock

Phillipsburg resident Tom Fabin passed away Jan. 5, 2023, at the 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE at the age of 64.

Survivors include his wife Peggy of Phillipsburg; his son Michael 
&amp; wife Tasha of Hays; daughter, Kimberly Bui of Phillipsburg &amp; 6
 grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. 
The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Library or the Phillips County Hospital Lab &amp; X-ray departments.

Phillipsburg resident Tom Fabin passed away Jan. 5, 2023, at the 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE at the age of 64.Survivors include his wife Peggy of Phillipsburg; his son Michael 
&amp; wife Tasha of Hays; daughter, Kimberly Bui of Phillipsburg &amp; 6
 grandchildren.Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 10, at 2:00 p.m. in the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel with Pastor Joel Hiesterman officiating. 
The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel 
Facebook page.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:00 to 9:00 Sunday &amp; 9:00 to 9:00 Monday at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Phillipsburg Library or the Phillips County Hospital Lab &amp; X-ray departments.

Tom Fabin 

Deborah
 “Debbie”&nbsp; Evelyn Stauverman, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.

She was born February 2, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard and Evelyn Stauverman.

Debbie
 moved to Fallon, Nevada where she had her children, Michael Bock; Bryan
 (Anna) Bock; and AnnaLisa (Benjie) Smith.&nbsp; She then moved to Hays, 
Kansas where she received her Master’s Degree in Science at Fort Hays 
State University, and was a long-standing member of Liberty Foursquare 
Church.

She
 was preceded in death by her parents, and leaves behind her three 
children, four grandchildren, and many other family and friends.

Memorial
 services will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Liberty 
Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas with Pastor Steve 
Schultz officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later
 date.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Services
 are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd 
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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 </figure>Deborah
 “Debbie”&nbsp; Evelyn Stauverman, age 62, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on 
Wednesday, December 21, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas.She was born February 2, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, to Richard and Evelyn Stauverman.Debbie
 moved to Fallon, Nevada where she had her children, Michael Bock; Bryan
 (Anna) Bock; and AnnaLisa (Benjie) Smith.&nbsp; She then moved to Hays, 
Kansas where she received her Master’s Degree in Science at Fort Hays 
State University, and was a long-standing member of Liberty Foursquare 
Church.She
 was preceded in death by her parents, and leaves behind her three 
children, four grandchildren, and many other family and friends.Memorial
 services will be at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Liberty 
Foursquare Church, 400 East 7th Street, Hays, Kansas with Pastor Steve 
Schultz officiating.&nbsp; A private family inurnment will be held at a later
 date.&nbsp;&nbsp;Services
 are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd 
Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; Condolences can be sent via e-mail to 
clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at 
www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Deborah 'Debbie' Evelyn Stauverman

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.

A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 1:30 
PM, at the Ash Rock Cemetery in Woodston. Visitation will be on Sunday, 
4PM until 8PM at the funeral home in Stockton.

Memorials
 are suggested to Ash Rock Cemetery or Woodston Rural Fire Department and may 
be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

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 </figure>An obituary is pending with Plumer-Overlease Funeral Homes.A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2023, at 1:30 
PM, at the Ash Rock Cemetery in Woodston. Visitation will be on Sunday, 
4PM until 8PM at the funeral home in Stockton.Memorials
 are suggested to Ash Rock Cemetery or Woodston Rural Fire Department and may 
be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 723 N 1st, Stockton, KS 67669.

Robert E. 'Bob' McCall

Sonja Marie Foos, 71, passed away January 5, 2023, at her home in Burdett.

She was born March 18, 1951, in Great Bend, the daughter of Bryce “Bud” and Virginia Lancaster Welsh.

A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary for Raymond Bauer 
Agency. She was a member of Burdett United Methodist Church, Ladies Card
 Night, and was a Pawnee Heights coach for many years. Sonja was very 
family oriented and enjoyed camping, going to the lake and spending time
 with her family. She liked woodworking, crafts, playing softball, and 
collecting Precious Moments.

On July 17, 1971, she married Terry Foos at Burdett; he preceded her in death on September 3, 2011.

Survivors include: three sons, Richard (SonJA) Foos, Burdett, George 
(Stephanie) Foos, Seward, Nebraska, Jesse Foos, Larned; two daughters, 
Crystal (Josh) Smith, Burdett, Mherical Foos, Burdett; brother, Lyle 
(Ann) Welsh, Enid, Oklahoma; eleven grandchildren, Bo, Rickey, Andrew, 
Wyatt, Brinleigh, Bret, Parker, Tatum, Jordyn, Keira, Cooper; and 
several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a grandson, Deklan Foos.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Burdett
 United Methodist Church with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation 
will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in 
Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.

Memorials may be given to the Sonja Foos Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Sonja Marie Foos, 71, passed away January 5, 2023, at her home in Burdett.She was born March 18, 1951, in Great Bend, the daughter of Bryce “Bud” and Virginia Lancaster Welsh.A lifetime area resident, she was a secretary for Raymond Bauer 
Agency. She was a member of Burdett United Methodist Church, Ladies Card
 Night, and was a Pawnee Heights coach for many years. Sonja was very 
family oriented and enjoyed camping, going to the lake and spending time
 with her family. She liked woodworking, crafts, playing softball, and 
collecting Precious Moments.On July 17, 1971, she married Terry Foos at Burdett; he preceded her in death on September 3, 2011.Survivors include: three sons, Richard (SonJA) Foos, Burdett, George 
(Stephanie) Foos, Seward, Nebraska, Jesse Foos, Larned; two daughters, 
Crystal (Josh) Smith, Burdett, Mherical Foos, Burdett; brother, Lyle 
(Ann) Welsh, Enid, Oklahoma; eleven grandchildren, Bo, Rickey, Andrew, 
Wyatt, Brinleigh, Bret, Parker, Tatum, Jordyn, Keira, Cooper; and 
several nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a grandson, Deklan Foos.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 9, 2023, at Burdett
 United Methodist Church with Pastor Doug Ellison presiding. Visitation 
will be 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Beckwith 
Mortuary, Larned, with family present from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in 
Brown’s Grove Cemetery, Burdett.Memorials may be given to the Sonja Foos Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Sonja Marie Foos

November 3, 1941 ~ January 5, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

Donations are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland KS 67735.

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 </figure>November 3, 1941 ~ January 5, 2023An obituary and services are pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Donations are suggested to Shriners Hospital for Children and may be sent to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland KS 67735.

Judy Mae (Perry) Berg

Frederick W. “Bill” Beckmeyer, of Salina, Kan., passed away on 
Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Medford, Okla., on January 19, 
1930, to Fred and Irene (Sheeran) Beckmeyer.

Bill graduated from Chapman, Kan., High School in 1948, where he was 
involved in various sports. He graduated from Kansas State University 
with a degree in Journalism in 1952. He served in the United States Army
 Infantry as a 1st Lt. in the Korean War, with the 5th Regimental Combat
 Team.

Bill was employed at Sunflower Bank as Sr. Vice President and served 
on the bank’s executive committee, working in the correspondent 
division. He wrote a monthly newsletter for correspondent customers 
featuring banking events and people, titled “It Occurs to Me.” Bill also
 worked as a consultant for the American Bankers Association. He 
attended the Colorado School of Banking and Bank Marketing School. He 
was a 50-year member of the Kansas Bankers Association, served as State 
Director for the Bank Administration Institute, and served on numerous 
banking committees.

Other organizations include Salina Diocese Financial Council, Salina 
Regional Health Center Foundation, Sacred Heart High School Education 
Board, Sacred Heart High School Endowment Board, St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Parish Council, Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, Kansas State 
President’s Club, Kansas State Alumni Assoc., Ahearn Fund, and a member 
of the Kansas State Track Team. Bill founded the First Class Five Road 
Race and co-founded the Bishop Fitzsimon’s Golf Tournament.

Bill was always there for this family, offering sound advice, telling
 jokes, and old family stories to make them smile. He was a father 
figure to many he worked with, taking time to listen, and giving advice 
when asked.

Bill is survived by his son, William and wife, Debbie, of Lincoln, 
Kan.; two granddaughters, Mary Francis and Eilleen; and sister, Ann 
DuBois, of Overland Park, Kan. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, 
Marita, and sister, Mary Saetiorius.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 
2023, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, 
Salina, with a rosary prior to the service at 9:45 a.m. Burial will 
follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Chapman, Kan., with military 
honors provided by the United States Army.

Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church or Catholic Charities, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

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 </figure>Frederick W. “Bill” Beckmeyer, of Salina, Kan., passed away on 
Tuesday, January 3, 2023. He was born in Medford, Okla., on January 19, 
1930, to Fred and Irene (Sheeran) Beckmeyer.Bill graduated from Chapman, Kan., High School in 1948, where he was 
involved in various sports. He graduated from Kansas State University 
with a degree in Journalism in 1952. He served in the United States Army
 Infantry as a 1st Lt. in the Korean War, with the 5th Regimental Combat
 Team.Bill was employed at Sunflower Bank as Sr. Vice President and served 
on the bank’s executive committee, working in the correspondent 
division. He wrote a monthly newsletter for correspondent customers 
featuring banking events and people, titled “It Occurs to Me.” Bill also
 worked as a consultant for the American Bankers Association. He 
attended the Colorado School of Banking and Bank Marketing School. He 
was a 50-year member of the Kansas Bankers Association, served as State 
Director for the Bank Administration Institute, and served on numerous 
banking committees.Other organizations include Salina Diocese Financial Council, Salina 
Regional Health Center Foundation, Sacred Heart High School Education 
Board, Sacred Heart High School Endowment Board, St. Mary’s Catholic 
Church Parish Council, Knights of Columbus 4th Degree, Kansas State 
President’s Club, Kansas State Alumni Assoc., Ahearn Fund, and a member 
of the Kansas State Track Team. Bill founded the First Class Five Road 
Race and co-founded the Bishop Fitzsimon’s Golf Tournament.Bill was always there for this family, offering sound advice, telling
 jokes, and old family stories to make them smile. He was a father 
figure to many he worked with, taking time to listen, and giving advice 
when asked.Bill is survived by his son, William and wife, Debbie, of Lincoln, 
Kan.; two granddaughters, Mary Francis and Eilleen; and sister, Ann 
DuBois, of Overland Park, Kan. Preceded in death by his parents; wife, 
Marita, and sister, Mary Saetiorius.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 
2023, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seaton Catholic Church, 1000 Burr Oak Lane, 
Salina, with a rosary prior to the service at 9:45 a.m. Burial will 
follow at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery, Chapman, Kan., with military 
honors provided by the United States Army.Memorials may be made to St. Elizabeth’s Catholic Church or Catholic Charities, care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Frederick W. 'Bill' Beckmeyer

Duane Lee Thacker, 79, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022, at the Hospice and Homecare of Reno, County in 
Hutchinson, Kansas.

Duane was born on August 21, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Percy E. and Ruby (Corwin) Thacker.&nbsp; He grew up in Paradise, Kansas and 
graduated from Paradise High School.&nbsp; He was married to Janet Schmitz 
and later was married to Janet Burghardt.&nbsp; He also lived in Stockton and
 Luray and worked as owner and operator of I-70 Used Cars.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
old cars, working on cars, old westerns on TV, riding horses when he was
 younger and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Most of all he especially 
enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Surviving family include his sons Rick Thacker of Russell, Kansas, 
Ronnie (Shawna) Thacker of Offerle, Kansas and Russell Thacker of Hays, 
Kansas; step-son Kelly (Sarah) DePiesse of Hays, Kansas, brother Alex 
“Butch” Thacker of Salina, Kansas, significant other Mary DePiesse of 
Russell, Kansas, 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 4 
nephews.&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents; son Ryan Thacker, Daughter 
Rachelle “Shelley” Thacker, sister Darlene Mowry and wives Janet Lynn 
(Schmitz) Thacker and Janet Marie (Burghardt) Thacker.

Cremation has been selected by the family and a memorial service will
 be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2022, at the Luray 
United Methodist Church in Luray, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial of remains will be at a
 later date.&nbsp; 

Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

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 </figure>Duane Lee Thacker, 79, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday, 
December 28, 2022, at the Hospice and Homecare of Reno, County in 
Hutchinson, Kansas.Duane was born on August 21, 1943, in Russell, Kansas, the son of 
Percy E. and Ruby (Corwin) Thacker.&nbsp; He grew up in Paradise, Kansas and 
graduated from Paradise High School.&nbsp; He was married to Janet Schmitz 
and later was married to Janet Burghardt.&nbsp; He also lived in Stockton and
 Luray and worked as owner and operator of I-70 Used Cars.&nbsp; He enjoyed 
old cars, working on cars, old westerns on TV, riding horses when he was
 younger and spending time with his family.&nbsp; Most of all he especially 
enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.Surviving family include his sons Rick Thacker of Russell, Kansas, 
Ronnie (Shawna) Thacker of Offerle, Kansas and Russell Thacker of Hays, 
Kansas; step-son Kelly (Sarah) DePiesse of Hays, Kansas, brother Alex 
“Butch” Thacker of Salina, Kansas, significant other Mary DePiesse of 
Russell, Kansas, 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, 1 niece and 4 
nephews.&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents; son Ryan Thacker, Daughter 
Rachelle “Shelley” Thacker, sister Darlene Mowry and wives Janet Lynn 
(Schmitz) Thacker and Janet Marie (Burghardt) Thacker.Cremation has been selected by the family and a memorial service will
 be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 14, 2022, at the Luray 
United Methodist Church in Luray, Kansas.&nbsp; Burial of remains will be at a
 later date.&nbsp; Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is 
assisting the family with funeral arrangements.

Duane Lee Thacker

Mary Lee (Polak) Piroutek, 78, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab Center, Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary was born August 18, 1944, in Belleville, KS, the daughter of 
Rudolph and Julia (Sterba) Polak.&nbsp; Mary married Dennis Piroutek on May 
16, 1965, and to this union, they were blessed with three boys, Brad, 
Russ and Jeff. Mary was raised in Munden, and eventually the 
family moved to their farm north of Narka, KS, where she lived until she
 graduated.&nbsp; She was baptized on September 20, 1944, at St. George 
Catholic Church in Munden, and later in life became a member of the 
Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Mary graduated from Narka High School and attended
 Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; After finishing her degree at Brown 
Mackie, she worked in Salina at the Kansas Board of Trade Office until 
she and Dennis were married.&nbsp; After marriage, Mary and Dennis moved to 
Beloit, KS, where they spent five years.&nbsp; Later, they settled in Smith 
Center, where they have lived the rest of their lives, working and 
raising a family.&nbsp; For 40 years, Mary worked side by side 
with Dennis as bookkeeper at the business they owned and operated, Smith
 Center Machine and Auto Supply.&nbsp; She also worked at Smith Center Coast 
to Coast for a short time.&nbsp; Between these jobs, she still found time to 
be the homemaker, raising and taking care of 3 boys and all the 
activities that come with being a wife and a mother. Mary was
 a faithful member of the Smith Center Presbyterian Church, active in 
many roles within the church and food pantry.&nbsp; Mary also enjoyed being 
involved with 4-H, Meals on Wheels, Young Mother’s Club and operating 
the Tea Room Parlor with a close family friend.&nbsp; Mary thoroughly enjoyed
 planning and going on family vacations, being able to visit a number of
 National Parks with Dennis and her family at her side.&nbsp; She also 
greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching them 
grow.&nbsp; Mary always had such a joyful smile and will be dearly missed by 
all. She is proceeded in death by her parents, brother Richard Polak and his wife Sandra. 
 Left to celebrate her life is her loving husband Dennis, their 
children Brad (Julie) of Reno, Nevada, Russ (Stacia) of Belleville, KS, 
Jeff of Gardner, KS, brother Jim (Sue) Polak, Wichita, KS, grandchildren
 Nick, Hayley, Zack and Duncan, along with other nieces, nephews, 
cousins and friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30
 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the United Methodist Church, Smith 
Center, KS, with Pastor Maggie McIntosh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 held on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with 
family present to greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in the National Cemetery, 1750 280 RD, Narka, KS, at 
3:00 p.m. Saturday.&nbsp;

Memorials may be given to the Smith Center United 
Methodist Church or Smith Center Heath and Rehab and can be sent in care
 of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>Mary Lee (Polak) Piroutek, 78, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at Smith Center Health and Rehab Center, Smith Center, KS. 
 Mary was born August 18, 1944, in Belleville, KS, the daughter of 
Rudolph and Julia (Sterba) Polak.&nbsp; Mary married Dennis Piroutek on May 
16, 1965, and to this union, they were blessed with three boys, Brad, 
Russ and Jeff. Mary was raised in Munden, and eventually the 
family moved to their farm north of Narka, KS, where she lived until she
 graduated.&nbsp; She was baptized on September 20, 1944, at St. George 
Catholic Church in Munden, and later in life became a member of the 
Presbyterian Church.&nbsp; Mary graduated from Narka High School and attended
 Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; After finishing her degree at Brown 
Mackie, she worked in Salina at the Kansas Board of Trade Office until 
she and Dennis were married.&nbsp; After marriage, Mary and Dennis moved to 
Beloit, KS, where they spent five years.&nbsp; Later, they settled in Smith 
Center, where they have lived the rest of their lives, working and 
raising a family.&nbsp; For 40 years, Mary worked side by side 
with Dennis as bookkeeper at the business they owned and operated, Smith
 Center Machine and Auto Supply.&nbsp; She also worked at Smith Center Coast 
to Coast for a short time.&nbsp; Between these jobs, she still found time to 
be the homemaker, raising and taking care of 3 boys and all the 
activities that come with being a wife and a mother. Mary was
 a faithful member of the Smith Center Presbyterian Church, active in 
many roles within the church and food pantry.&nbsp; Mary also enjoyed being 
involved with 4-H, Meals on Wheels, Young Mother’s Club and operating 
the Tea Room Parlor with a close family friend.&nbsp; Mary thoroughly enjoyed
 planning and going on family vacations, being able to visit a number of
 National Parks with Dennis and her family at her side.&nbsp; She also 
greatly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and watching them 
grow.&nbsp; Mary always had such a joyful smile and will be dearly missed by 
all. She is proceeded in death by her parents, brother Richard Polak and his wife Sandra. 
 Left to celebrate her life is her loving husband Dennis, their 
children Brad (Julie) of Reno, Nevada, Russ (Stacia) of Belleville, KS, 
Jeff of Gardner, KS, brother Jim (Sue) Polak, Wichita, KS, grandchildren
 Nick, Hayley, Zack and Duncan, along with other nieces, nephews, 
cousins and friends.&nbsp; Funeral services will be held at 10:30
 A.M., Saturday, January 7, 2023, at the United Methodist Church, Smith 
Center, KS, with Pastor Maggie McIntosh officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be
 held on Friday, January 6, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., with 
family present to greet friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at All 
Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS.&nbsp; Burial 
will take place in the National Cemetery, 1750 280 RD, Narka, KS, at 
3:00 p.m. Saturday.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to the Smith Center United 
Methodist Church or Smith Center Heath and Rehab and can be sent in care
 of the funeral chapel.

Mary L. Piroutek

January 22, 1941
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 4, 2023

An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dr.-R.A.--Buzz-Peterson?obId=26832225#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

January 22, 1941
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 January 4, 2023An obituary is pending with Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.plumergobber.com/obituaries/Dr.-R.A.--Buzz-Peterson?obId=26832225#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Dr. R.A. 'Buzz' Peterson

Marcella I. “Sally” Bateman, passed away January 4, 2023, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, in Hoisington, Kansas, at the age of 93. &nbsp;Sally was 
born September 20, 1929, to Reuben and Alma Peterson of rural 
Shenandoah, Iowa.&nbsp; On Sept. 19, 1948 she married Charles Bateman Jr. of
 rural Farragut, Iowa (he passed away March 7, 1975). She soon found her
 life’s work—raising kids, starting in 1949 with Jim, then Bill, then 
Kelley, then Joe, and—whoa, surprise!--Karen in 1969.&nbsp; She married Les 
Witmer in 1979 and they were later divorced.&nbsp; By 1979 she was starting 
on the grandkids—17 of them when all was said and done.&nbsp; The 12 
great-grandkids move too fast for most of us to count, but Grandma Sally
 could, and she knew their birthdays, too! She enjoyed baking pies and 
cinnamon rolls, as well as making quilts for many charities, including 
Lutheran World Relief.

Sally and Charlie in 1969 moved from the farm near Shenandoah to 
Atlantic, Iowa, where Sally lived and was a member of St. Paul Lutheran 
Church. She then started moving around to follow kids (and then 
grandkids) to Kansas. First, to Lawrence where she was a member of Good 
Shepherd Lutheran Church and then to Great Bend in 2005, where she was 
member of St. Mark Lutheran Church and the Great Bend Senior Center. She
 returns now to her final resting place next to Charlie in Rose Hill 
Cemetery in Shenandoah.

Survivors include, her younger brother, Reynold Peterson of Madison, 
Wisconsin; her children: son Jim and wife Susan Bateman and daughter 
Kelley and husband Dave Witmer all of Lawrence, son Joe and wife 
Christina of Atlantic, Iowa, and daughter Karen and husband Scott Reddig
 of Great Bend; plus the grandkids, Tim, Mike, Nick, Brad, Andy, Sam, 
Joey, Max, Noah, Jace, Tegan, Taylor, Kelsey, and Ashley; and the 12 
great-grandkids. Also surviving are her nieces and nephews, Nancy, Dan, 
David, and Kristen; and several great nieces and nephews. Sally was 
preceded in death by her parents; older brother, Donald Peterson; 
husband, Charlie Bateman; a son, Bill Bateman; and granddaughters, 
Faith, Belle and Reese.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend, Kansas. Funeral Services will 
be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran 
Church, 406 E Pioneer Ave., Shenandoah, IA 51601, with Pastor Kurt 
Hoover presiding. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Shenandoah, 
Iowa. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the American
 Heart Association and American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Marcella I. “Sally” Bateman, passed away January 4, 2023, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, in Hoisington, Kansas, at the age of 93. &nbsp;Sally was 
born September 20, 1929, to Reuben and Alma Peterson of rural 
Shenandoah, Iowa.&nbsp; On Sept. 19, 1948 she married Charles Bateman Jr. of
 rural Farragut, Iowa (he passed away March 7, 1975). She soon found her
 life’s work—raising kids, starting in 1949 with Jim, then Bill, then 
Kelley, then Joe, and—whoa, surprise!--Karen in 1969.&nbsp; She married Les 
Witmer in 1979 and they were later divorced.&nbsp; By 1979 she was starting 
on the grandkids—17 of them when all was said and done.&nbsp; The 12 
great-grandkids move too fast for most of us to count, but Grandma Sally
 could, and she knew their birthdays, too! She enjoyed baking pies and 
cinnamon rolls, as well as making quilts for many charities, including 
Lutheran World Relief.Sally and Charlie in 1969 moved from the farm near Shenandoah to 
Atlantic, Iowa, where Sally lived and was a member of St. Paul Lutheran 
Church. She then started moving around to follow kids (and then 
grandkids) to Kansas. First, to Lawrence where she was a member of Good 
Shepherd Lutheran Church and then to Great Bend in 2005, where she was 
member of St. Mark Lutheran Church and the Great Bend Senior Center. She
 returns now to her final resting place next to Charlie in Rose Hill 
Cemetery in Shenandoah.Survivors include, her younger brother, Reynold Peterson of Madison, 
Wisconsin; her children: son Jim and wife Susan Bateman and daughter 
Kelley and husband Dave Witmer all of Lawrence, son Joe and wife 
Christina of Atlantic, Iowa, and daughter Karen and husband Scott Reddig
 of Great Bend; plus the grandkids, Tim, Mike, Nick, Brad, Andy, Sam, 
Joey, Max, Noah, Jace, Tegan, Taylor, Kelsey, and Ashley; and the 12 
great-grandkids. Also surviving are her nieces and nephews, Nancy, Dan, 
David, and Kristen; and several great nieces and nephews. Sally was 
preceded in death by her parents; older brother, Donald Peterson; 
husband, Charlie Bateman; a son, Bill Bateman; and granddaughters, 
Faith, Belle and Reese.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Friday, January 6, 
2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, Great Bend, Kansas. Funeral Services will 
be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran 
Church, 406 E Pioneer Ave., Shenandoah, IA 51601, with Pastor Kurt 
Hoover presiding. Interment will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Shenandoah, 
Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the American
 Heart Association and American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

Marcella I. 'Sally' Bateman

Mary M. Cripe, 91, died on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Citizen’s 
Health. A resident of Colby since 1974, she was born on October 23, 
1931, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Thompson H. Everingham and Mary 
Elder Everingham. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Jack Cripe; brother Thompson Everingham and her sister Dorothy Call. 
She is survived by her son John Pavlovic of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and by two grandsons. 
Mary’s Antiques and Gifts was a thriving business in Colby for 20 years.
 Mary closed the store when Jack died in 1995 but continued the business
 through consignment shops. 
She traveled often, had many friends and was loved for her sense of humor, kind nature, and welcoming attitude toward all. 
A graveside service was January 4, 2023, at Beulah 
Cemetery in Colby, KS. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary M. Cripe, 91, died on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, at Citizen’s 
Health. A resident of Colby since 1974, she was born on October 23, 
1931, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to Thompson H. Everingham and Mary 
Elder Everingham. 
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Jack Cripe; brother Thompson Everingham and her sister Dorothy Call. 
She is survived by her son John Pavlovic of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and by two grandsons. 
Mary’s Antiques and Gifts was a thriving business in Colby for 20 years.
 Mary closed the store when Jack died in 1995 but continued the business
 through consignment shops. 
She traveled often, had many friends and was loved for her sense of humor, kind nature, and welcoming attitude toward all. 
A graveside service was January 4, 2023, at Beulah 
Cemetery in Colby, KS. For information or condolences, visit 
www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary M. Cripe

Linda Ann (Wasinger) Riedel passed away in her home on January 3, 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda was born in Hays, KS on September 15, 1947, to Francis “Whitey” and Dorothy (Damico)&nbsp;Wasinger.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She graduated from Marion High School (Hays, KS) in 1965 and went on to attend St. Mary of the Plains College (Dodge City, KS), where she graduated in 1969 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, eventually earning a Master’s Degree from Fort Hays State University (Hays, KS).

After graduation, she married Arthur Riedel of Hays, KS on August 25, 1969, but later divorced in 1986.

Linda’s legacy lives on in the character, integrity, and loving hearts of her children and grandchildren to whom she was completely devoted.&nbsp;

Her generosity and compassion encompassed everyone she encountered.&nbsp; As a dedicated English, speech and drama teacher in both Ellis and Eudora, she touched the lives of her students.&nbsp; Throughout the years, many have contacted her as adults to express appreciation of her belief in them, which enabled them to flourish.&nbsp;

Whenever she encountered someone in need, she threw herself into the cause.&nbsp; She spent long days and nights at the bedside of her cousins when they were battling cancer.&nbsp; She approached all she met with the same compassion, often taking the lost and alone under her wing.

While she was generous and giving, she also shared the family traits of a strong will, stubbornness, and outspokenness.

Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; Her home was filled with their pictures, artwork and activity schedules.&nbsp; She cheered them on and helped guide them through their hard times.&nbsp; She was proud to be their Nana/Grandma and loved them with all her heart.

She is survived by her two sons: John (and wife Lori) of Liberty, MO and Joseph (and wife Marcy) of Shawnee, KS; five grandchildren: Nicholas, Jacob, Reece, Joey and Reagan, two brothers Stephen&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;and Tom&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;as well as nieces, nephews and numerous cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Dorothy&nbsp;Wasinger.

A Visitation will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, January 7th, 2023, with A Celebration of Life to follow at 3 pm.&nbsp; Both will be held at Amos Family Funeral Home at 10901 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS 66203.&nbsp; In addition, a Mass will be held at 10 am on Monday, January 9th, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the “Saint Luke’s Foundation NICU Fund”.

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 </figure>Linda Ann (Wasinger) Riedel passed away in her home on January 3, 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;Linda was born in Hays, KS on September 15, 1947, to Francis “Whitey” and Dorothy (Damico)&nbsp;Wasinger.&nbsp;&nbsp;She graduated from Marion High School (Hays, KS) in 1965 and went on to attend St. Mary of the Plains College (Dodge City, KS), where she graduated in 1969 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education, eventually earning a Master’s Degree from Fort Hays State University (Hays, KS).After graduation, she married Arthur Riedel of Hays, KS on August 25, 1969, but later divorced in 1986.Linda’s legacy lives on in the character, integrity, and loving hearts of her children and grandchildren to whom she was completely devoted.&nbsp;Her generosity and compassion encompassed everyone she encountered.&nbsp; As a dedicated English, speech and drama teacher in both Ellis and Eudora, she touched the lives of her students.&nbsp; Throughout the years, many have contacted her as adults to express appreciation of her belief in them, which enabled them to flourish.&nbsp;Whenever she encountered someone in need, she threw herself into the cause.&nbsp; She spent long days and nights at the bedside of her cousins when they were battling cancer.&nbsp; She approached all she met with the same compassion, often taking the lost and alone under her wing.While she was generous and giving, she also shared the family traits of a strong will, stubbornness, and outspokenness.Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren.&nbsp; Her home was filled with their pictures, artwork and activity schedules.&nbsp; She cheered them on and helped guide them through their hard times.&nbsp; She was proud to be their Nana/Grandma and loved them with all her heart.She is survived by her two sons: John (and wife Lori) of Liberty, MO and Joseph (and wife Marcy) of Shawnee, KS; five grandchildren: Nicholas, Jacob, Reece, Joey and Reagan, two brothers Stephen&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;and Tom&nbsp;Wasinger&nbsp;as well as nieces, nephews and numerous cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Dorothy&nbsp;Wasinger.She will be greatly missed.A Visitation will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, January 7th, 2023, with A Celebration of Life to follow at 3 pm.&nbsp; Both will be held at Amos Family Funeral Home at 10901 Johnson Dr., Shawnee, KS 66203.&nbsp; In addition, a Mass will be held at 10 am on Monday, January 9th, 2023, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays, KS.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the “Saint Luke’s Foundation NICU Fund”.

Linda Ann (Wasinger) Riedel

On the afternoon of New Years’s Day 2023, Daniel Elmer Libby of 
Fellsburg, Kansas, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones 
at the age of 71. 

Dan was born in Smith Center, Ks to Randall and Jean 
Libby, February 28, 1951 and raised on the family farm. He was well 
known in the county for his love of fast cars, especially his 1965 GTO. 
In 1971, Dan received his mechanics degree from NCK Tech Beloit and 
enjoyed that vocation until he found his calling working with cattle and
 farming until eventually working for Mull Farms for 30 years. 
On New Year’s Eve 1970, Dan met the love of his life and announced that 
night to his mother that he had met the woman he was gonna marry. One 
year and one week later, he did just that when he married Helen Deibert 
in Esbon, Ks on January 8th 1972. Dan and Helen were so blessed to 
celebrate their 50th anniversary last year with all their friends and 
family. From that union came four children Travis, Chandra, Kimberly and
 Angelina, and then 11 grandchildren followed. Those children and 
grandchildren were privileged to witness that love story that lasted 52 
years and one day. 
Dan loved to gab about anything and nothing for hours, especially if 
that nothing happened to be nature or hunting related. He was an avid 
hunter, trapper and fisherman and loved to share that interest with 
family and friends alike. Oh, the tales he had to tell as tears rolled 
in laughter! 
Dan is survived by his wife, Helen of Fellsburg, son Travis (Angelique) 
Libby of Haviland, Ks, and 3 daughters Chandra (Matt) Francis of 
Fellsburg, Kimberly Blass (Daryl) of Belpre, Ks and Angelina (Hector) 
Torres of Fellsburg, eleven grandchildren; Rosalee Libby, Lucinda Libby,
 Kelsi (Jace) Bender, Eli Francis, Blaiz Libby, Secylla Blass (Jonah), 
Brady Blass, Camron Torres, Samuel Torres, Esmeralda Torres, and Grace 
Torres, and sister Deanna Newberry of Hays, Ks, along with many Deibert 
in-laws, nieces, nephews and countless cousins. He was preceded in death
 by his parents Randall and Jean Libby and his brother-in-law Larry 
Newberry. 
Memorial services and celebration of Dan’s life will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 am
 Saturday, January 7th, 2023, at Trousdale Community Church, Trousdale, 
Kansas, with pastor Carey Haner presiding. Private family inurnment will 
be at a future date in Fellsburg Cemetery.

Memorials can be made to 
Kansas Wildlife and Parks-Wild Trust, (for disability accessible 
improvements) in care of Fleener Funeral Home, 514 S. Main St., PO Box 
41, Greensburg, Ks 67054.

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 </figure>On the afternoon of New Years’s Day 2023, Daniel Elmer Libby of 
Fellsburg, Kansas, passed away at his home surrounded by his loved ones 
at the age of 71. Dan was born in Smith Center, Ks to Randall and Jean 
Libby, February 28, 1951 and raised on the family farm. He was well 
known in the county for his love of fast cars, especially his 1965 GTO. 
In 1971, Dan received his mechanics degree from NCK Tech Beloit and 
enjoyed that vocation until he found his calling working with cattle and
 farming until eventually working for Mull Farms for 30 years. 
On New Year’s Eve 1970, Dan met the love of his life and announced that 
night to his mother that he had met the woman he was gonna marry. One 
year and one week later, he did just that when he married Helen Deibert 
in Esbon, Ks on January 8th 1972. Dan and Helen were so blessed to 
celebrate their 50th anniversary last year with all their friends and 
family. From that union came four children Travis, Chandra, Kimberly and
 Angelina, and then 11 grandchildren followed. Those children and 
grandchildren were privileged to witness that love story that lasted 52 
years and one day. 
Dan loved to gab about anything and nothing for hours, especially if 
that nothing happened to be nature or hunting related. He was an avid 
hunter, trapper and fisherman and loved to share that interest with 
family and friends alike. Oh, the tales he had to tell as tears rolled 
in laughter! 
Dan is survived by his wife, Helen of Fellsburg, son Travis (Angelique) 
Libby of Haviland, Ks, and 3 daughters Chandra (Matt) Francis of 
Fellsburg, Kimberly Blass (Daryl) of Belpre, Ks and Angelina (Hector) 
Torres of Fellsburg, eleven grandchildren; Rosalee Libby, Lucinda Libby,
 Kelsi (Jace) Bender, Eli Francis, Blaiz Libby, Secylla Blass (Jonah), 
Brady Blass, Camron Torres, Samuel Torres, Esmeralda Torres, and Grace 
Torres, and sister Deanna Newberry of Hays, Ks, along with many Deibert 
in-laws, nieces, nephews and countless cousins. He was preceded in death
 by his parents Randall and Jean Libby and his brother-in-law Larry 
Newberry. 
Memorial services and celebration of Dan’s life will be held&nbsp;at 11:00 am
 Saturday, January 7th, 2023, at Trousdale Community Church, Trousdale, 
Kansas, with pastor Carey Haner presiding. Private family inurnment will 
be at a future date in Fellsburg Cemetery. Memorials can be made to 
Kansas Wildlife and Parks-Wild Trust, (for disability accessible 
improvements) in care of Fleener Funeral Home, 514 S. Main St., PO Box 
41, Greensburg, Ks 67054.

Daniel Elmer Libby

Mayme L. (Cooper) Martin of Dorrance, KS,&nbsp;&nbsp;passed away December 30, 2022, at Main Street Manor in Russell, KS, at the age of 88.

She was born September 13, 1934, in rural Dorrance, to Ralph and Elva (Weinhold) Cooper, the fifth of six children. Growing up she loved to be outside and caring for the animals. After attending Omaha Baptist Bible College, she went to Asbury School of Nursing in Salina, KS, and became an RN. She worked for many years as a private duty nurse, then at Russell Regional Hospital until her retirement.&nbsp;

Mayme was preceded in death by her brother A. G. T. (Tolbert) Cooper; sisters Irene Cooper and Mavis Kaufman; and brothers-in-law Reuben Hendrich and Henry Duryee.

She is survived by her son, James Martin, and his wife Terri of Dorrance, KS; granddaughters Elizabeth (Daniel) Schrandt of Glasco, KS, and Kadie Martin, of Cary, NC; and great-granddaughter MaryAnn Schrandt, of Glasco.

She is also survived by her sisters, Ina Hendrich, of Salina, KS, and Nancy Duryee of Dorrance, KS; sister-in-law Marge Cooper of Arvada, CO; brother-in-law Marlyn (Sonny) Kaufman, of Russell, KS; and many nieces and nephews and their children who have fond memories of her.

There will not be a public memorial service.

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 </figure>Mayme L. (Cooper) Martin of Dorrance, KS,&nbsp;&nbsp;passed away December 30, 2022, at Main Street Manor in Russell, KS, at the age of 88.She was born September 13, 1934, in rural Dorrance, to Ralph and Elva (Weinhold) Cooper, the fifth of six children. Growing up she loved to be outside and caring for the animals. After attending Omaha Baptist Bible College, she went to Asbury School of Nursing in Salina, KS, and became an RN. She worked for many years as a private duty nurse, then at Russell Regional Hospital until her retirement.&nbsp;Mayme was preceded in death by her brother A. G. T. (Tolbert) Cooper; sisters Irene Cooper and Mavis Kaufman; and brothers-in-law Reuben Hendrich and Henry Duryee.She is survived by her son, James Martin, and his wife Terri of Dorrance, KS; granddaughters Elizabeth (Daniel) Schrandt of Glasco, KS, and Kadie Martin, of Cary, NC; and great-granddaughter MaryAnn Schrandt, of Glasco.She is also survived by her sisters, Ina Hendrich, of Salina, KS, and Nancy Duryee of Dorrance, KS; sister-in-law Marge Cooper of Arvada, CO; brother-in-law Marlyn (Sonny) Kaufman, of Russell, KS; and many nieces and nephews and their children who have fond memories of her.There will not be a public memorial service.

Mayme L. (Cooper) Martin

Imelda Mae “Millie” Karlin, 88, Hays, passed away on January 3, 2023, at Via Christi Village in Hays.&nbsp;

She was born May 23, 1934, in Ellis, 
Kansas, the daughter of Florian and Clara (Rohleder) Engel.&nbsp; On October 
24, 1955, she was united in marriage to Marvin Karlin at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church in Ellis.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 9, 1993.&nbsp;
 Millie worked at Farm Bureau Insurance Company for 25 years and then 
for USDA Rural Development office for 27 years, retiring in 2001.&nbsp; She 
kept active and social in various community organizations throughout her
 lifetime, serving on the Parish Council and as a Perpetual Adorer at 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish.&nbsp; She was a member of the Daughters of 
Isabella Circle #254 for 65 years and was selected as the Kansas 
Daughter of the Year in 2002.&nbsp; Millie was active in the local chapter of
 AARP where she enjoyed many lively conversations and made new friends, 
and was named Woman of the Year in the Hays Business and Professional 
Women’s Club, coordinating the Jerry Lewis Telethon at the Hays Mall and
 forming lifelong friendships.&nbsp; She was most proud of being a Senior 
Companion for over 21 years, helping numerous seniors and their families
 remain in their homes.&nbsp;

Millie had an incredible work ethic and
 when she wasn’t working or volunteering, she loved traveling to see her
 daughters and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also very proud to be an Ellis 
native and a 1951 graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; Her heart always beat a
 “little bit faster” she said when she entered the city limits of Ellis.

Millie is survived by two daughters, 
Beth Malatin (Mike) of Enid, OK and Mary Akagi (Brett) of Lenexa, KS; 
two sisters, Norma Sander of Great Bend and Elgerine Gross of Hays; four
 grandchildren, Mikaela and Meredith Malatin and Kyler and Cameron 
Akagi.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Marvin, by three brothers, Clayton, Darrell, and 
Verlin (Butch) Engel, and by one sister, Phyllis Stuart.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday and from 9:00 am 
until 9:45 on Saturday, all at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A
 Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 and a parish vigil service
 will be at 6:30, both on Friday at the funeral home.&nbsp; 

In lieu of 
flowers, the family suggests memorials in Millie’s memory to the Senior 
Companions at FHSU or to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Millie may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Imelda Mae “Millie” Karlin, 88, Hays, passed away on January 3, 2023, at Via Christi Village in Hays.&nbsp;She was born May 23, 1934, in Ellis, 
Kansas, the daughter of Florian and Clara (Rohleder) Engel.&nbsp; On October 
24, 1955, she was united in marriage to Marvin Karlin at St. Mary’s 
Catholic Church in Ellis.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on January 9, 1993.&nbsp;
 Millie worked at Farm Bureau Insurance Company for 25 years and then 
for USDA Rural Development office for 27 years, retiring in 2001.&nbsp; She 
kept active and social in various community organizations throughout her
 lifetime, serving on the Parish Council and as a Perpetual Adorer at 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish.&nbsp; She was a member of the Daughters of 
Isabella Circle #254 for 65 years and was selected as the Kansas 
Daughter of the Year in 2002.&nbsp; Millie was active in the local chapter of
 AARP where she enjoyed many lively conversations and made new friends, 
and was named Woman of the Year in the Hays Business and Professional 
Women’s Club, coordinating the Jerry Lewis Telethon at the Hays Mall and
 forming lifelong friendships.&nbsp; She was most proud of being a Senior 
Companion for over 21 years, helping numerous seniors and their families
 remain in their homes.&nbsp;Millie had an incredible work ethic and
 when she wasn’t working or volunteering, she loved traveling to see her
 daughters and grandchildren.&nbsp; She was also very proud to be an Ellis 
native and a 1951 graduate of Ellis High School.&nbsp; Her heart always beat a
 “little bit faster” she said when she entered the city limits of Ellis.Millie is survived by two daughters, 
Beth Malatin (Mike) of Enid, OK and Mary Akagi (Brett) of Lenexa, KS; 
two sisters, Norma Sander of Great Bend and Elgerine Gross of Hays; four
 grandchildren, Mikaela and Meredith Malatin and Kyler and Cameron 
Akagi.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband Marvin, by three brothers, Clayton, Darrell, and 
Verlin (Butch) Engel, and by one sister, Phyllis Stuart.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Saturday, January 7, 2023, at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, Hays.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Friday and from 9:00 am 
until 9:45 on Saturday, all at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A
 Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 5:30 and a parish vigil service
 will be at 6:30, both on Friday at the funeral home.&nbsp; In lieu of 
flowers, the family suggests memorials in Millie’s memory to the Senior 
Companions at FHSU or to Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church.&nbsp; 
Condolences and memories of Millie may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Imelda Mae 'Millie' Karlin

Marilyn Jolene (Rousey) Walker, age 92 was called to rest on January 3rd, 2023, at the WEL-Life Assisted Living in Ogallala, NE Marilyn, the only child of Orla (pronounced Or-lay) and Helen (Ruettimann) Rousey was born October 6th, 1930 at Hamlet, NE. &nbsp;She attended grade school in Hamlet and attended High school at Wauneta, NE graduating with the class of 1948. Marilyn attended and earned a teaching certificate from Kearney State 
Teachers College, now known as University of Nebraska at Kearney. She 
taught 3 years at rural schools in Hayes County. On December 23, 
1951, she married Frank Priest in the Hamlet Union Church. Four children
 were born to this union. Eldon Delynn, Gerald Eugene, Jolene Rose and 
Orla Jean. During these years they moved often with their work of 
construction. Living in several towns in Nebraska plus the states of 
Colorado, South Dakota, Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Her 
husband lost his life in their trailer house fire in 1959 at Bogue, KS. 
Marilyn and children moved back to Hamlet NE to be near family and 
friends. Marilyn married L.E. “Oney” Walker, on February 19th, 1965,&nbsp; in the Methodist Church in Culbertson, NE and making their home in 
Hamlet, NE. In May of 1971, Marilyn took the position at the Hamlet
 Post Office and served as Postmaster for 25 and ½ years, retiring in 
1997. Also during those years, she and Oney owned and operated the 
“Walker’s Service” in Hamlet for 11 years. Marilyn was a member of 
the Hamlet Union Church; A Charter and Life Member of the V.F.W. Ladies 
Auxiliary at Palisade, NE; A member of the American Legion Auxiliary in 
Wauneta, NE. Served on the Meadow Lawn Cemetery Board for nearly 37 
years. Marilyn moved to Ogallala, NE in March of 1999 to live closer to her daughter, Orla and family. 
 Preceding her in death: son, Eldon, being 7 weeks shy of his third 
birthday in March of 1957; daughter, Jolene Heldenbrand in May of 2007; 
husband, Frank Priest in January of 1959, her father, O.H. Rousey in 
February of 1968; her mother, Helen Rousey in February of 1991; her 
husband, L.E. Walker in October of 1987; Step-son, Clyde “Junior” Walker
 in May 2006; her Aunt, Pauline Haenfler in September of 2009 and 
husband Edward “Ed” Haenfler in December of 2006. A very dear Aunt,
 Rosa Ruettimann, in April of 1980 who Marilyn said was her second 
mother. Plus, many other Aunt’s, Uncle’s and relatives. Survivors include: son, Gerald (Cheryl) Priest of Julesburg, CO; 
daughter Orla (Ron) Kitt of Ogallala, NE; son-in-law, Rick (Lee Ann) 
Heldenbrand of Lincoln, NE.

5 granddaughter’s, Brandie Kitt 
(Jarrod) Curtis of Ogallala, NE; Marcie Kitt (Jason) Houghtelling of 
Cambridge, NE; Jessie Heldenbrand of Lincoln, NE; Elie Heldenbrand 
(Billy) Stovall all of Lincoln NE; Abbie Heldenbrand (Matt) Doran of 
Boone, IA; &nbsp;Great Grandchildren, Eric Heldenbrand, Brye, Cole and 
Rynn Stovall, Kylie, Jace and Lainey Doran, Tai Le and Jessa Curtis, 
Kyrie, Colbie and Cici Houghtelling. Many other relatives and friends. 
 Funeral Services will be held on Monday morning, January 9, 2023, 11:00
 A.M. (Central Time) at the Hamlet Union Church, Hamlet, Nebraska, with 
Pastor Nathan Witt officiating. Interment will follow in the Meadow Lawn
 Cemetery, Hamlet, NE. Visitation will be held Sunday afternoon, 
January 8, 2023, 2:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. (Mountain Time) at Liewer Funeral 
Home, Wauneta, Nebraska. A memorial, In Marilyn’s Memory, has been suggested to the Walker Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Marilyn Jolene (Rousey) Walker, age 92 was called to rest on January 3rd, 2023, at the WEL-Life Assisted Living in Ogallala, NE Marilyn, the only child of Orla (pronounced Or-lay) and Helen (Ruettimann) Rousey was born October 6th, 1930 at Hamlet, NE. &nbsp;She attended grade school in Hamlet and attended High school at Wauneta, NE graduating with the class of 1948. Marilyn attended and earned a teaching certificate from Kearney State 
Teachers College, now known as University of Nebraska at Kearney. She 
taught 3 years at rural schools in Hayes County. On December 23, 
1951, she married Frank Priest in the Hamlet Union Church. Four children
 were born to this union. Eldon Delynn, Gerald Eugene, Jolene Rose and 
Orla Jean. During these years they moved often with their work of 
construction. Living in several towns in Nebraska plus the states of 
Colorado, South Dakota, Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma and Tennessee. Her 
husband lost his life in their trailer house fire in 1959 at Bogue, KS. 
Marilyn and children moved back to Hamlet NE to be near family and 
friends. Marilyn married L.E. “Oney” Walker, on February 19th, 1965,&nbsp; in the Methodist Church in Culbertson, NE and making their home in 
Hamlet, NE. In May of 1971, Marilyn took the position at the Hamlet
 Post Office and served as Postmaster for 25 and ½ years, retiring in 
1997. Also during those years, she and Oney owned and operated the 
“Walker’s Service” in Hamlet for 11 years. Marilyn was a member of 
the Hamlet Union Church; A Charter and Life Member of the V.F.W. Ladies 
Auxiliary at Palisade, NE; A member of the American Legion Auxiliary in 
Wauneta, NE. Served on the Meadow Lawn Cemetery Board for nearly 37 
years. Marilyn moved to Ogallala, NE in March of 1999 to live closer to her daughter, Orla and family. 
 Preceding her in death: son, Eldon, being 7 weeks shy of his third 
birthday in March of 1957; daughter, Jolene Heldenbrand in May of 2007; 
husband, Frank Priest in January of 1959, her father, O.H. Rousey in 
February of 1968; her mother, Helen Rousey in February of 1991; her 
husband, L.E. Walker in October of 1987; Step-son, Clyde “Junior” Walker
 in May 2006; her Aunt, Pauline Haenfler in September of 2009 and 
husband Edward “Ed” Haenfler in December of 2006. A very dear Aunt,
 Rosa Ruettimann, in April of 1980 who Marilyn said was her second 
mother. Plus, many other Aunt’s, Uncle’s and relatives. Survivors include: son, Gerald (Cheryl) Priest of Julesburg, CO; 
daughter Orla (Ron) Kitt of Ogallala, NE; son-in-law, Rick (Lee Ann) 
Heldenbrand of Lincoln, NE.5 granddaughter’s, Brandie Kitt 
(Jarrod) Curtis of Ogallala, NE; Marcie Kitt (Jason) Houghtelling of 
Cambridge, NE; Jessie Heldenbrand of Lincoln, NE; Elie Heldenbrand 
(Billy) Stovall all of Lincoln NE; Abbie Heldenbrand (Matt) Doran of 
Boone, IA; &nbsp;Great Grandchildren, Eric Heldenbrand, Brye, Cole and 
Rynn Stovall, Kylie, Jace and Lainey Doran, Tai Le and Jessa Curtis, 
Kyrie, Colbie and Cici Houghtelling. Many other relatives and friends. 
 Funeral Services will be held on Monday morning, January 9, 2023, 11:00
 A.M. (Central Time) at the Hamlet Union Church, Hamlet, Nebraska, with 
Pastor Nathan Witt officiating. Interment will follow in the Meadow Lawn
 Cemetery, Hamlet, NE. Visitation will be held Sunday afternoon, 
January 8, 2023, 2:00 P.M.-6:00 P.M. (Mountain Time) at Liewer Funeral 
Home, Wauneta, Nebraska. A memorial, In Marilyn’s Memory, has been suggested to the Walker Family for a future designation. Online condolences may be left at liewerfuneralhome.com&nbsp;

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