Donald B. Williams (Commo Willy), 80 years old of WaKeeney, Kansas,
 passed away on November 20,2022. Don was born in Nassawadox, Virginia 
on July 24, 1942.&nbsp; e graduated from Norview High School in Norfolk, 
Virginia.&nbsp; 

Don was united in marriage to Teressa Meier on December 28th,
 1990, they were married 32 years. He served in the United States Army 
for 21 years, in Special Forces for 20 of those years.&nbsp; As a Green Beret
 Master Sergeant, Don received numerous awards and decorations which 
include the Combat Infantry Badge, Master Parachutist Wings, Bronze Star
 Medal, 3 Awards of Army Commendation Medal with V device for Valor, 3 
awards of Army Commendation Medal, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry 
w/Bronze Palm, Ranger tab, Republic of China parachutist wings, Thai 
Parachutist Wings, Vietnam Parachutist Wings, Legion of Merit, 2 
Meritorious Service Medals, Air Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 11 
Campaign Stars, SCUBA Badge, National Defense Medal, Civil Action Medal 
First Class, Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation, 
Expert Infantryman’s Badge, Expert Rifle Badge, 6 Good Conduct Medals, 3
 Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals, NCO Professional Development 
Ribbon.&nbsp; Don served with the 5th&nbsp;Special Forces Group in 
Vietnam as a radio operator and also as a weapons sergeant and was on 
two 12 man A-teams, first at Plei Me, and for several years at Dak Pek.&nbsp;
 He also served with the 7th&nbsp;and 10th&nbsp;Special 
Forces Groups and also was a Special Forces SCUBA instructor, and a 
Special Forces Ski instructor. Despite already being a Special Forces 
Green Beret, he successfully passed Ranger training. He was honorably 
discharged from the military at 43 years of age due to a gunshot wound 
to the thoracic spine. His subsequent paralysis and being wheelchair 
bound did not slow him down. Don remained self- driven, he always 
expected excellence from himself and those around him.&nbsp; 

Don never gave 
up despite the challenges he faced in the last years of his life. Don 
was an avid animal lover, when choosing a new dog recently at the humane
 society he wanted all of them! He was compassionate and loved to laugh 
and enjoyed making others laugh.&nbsp;

Don is survived by his wife Teressa; his children Y Gol (A Gan) of 
Charlotte, NC, Sherry Hodgson (Sean) of Lawrence, KS, Tracy Hammond 
(Kris) of Rupert, Idaho, and Amerie Cavasos (Leo) of Highlands Ranch, 
Colorado; 13 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and his brother 
Clinton Mclain of Morriston, Florida. Don is preceded in death by his 
parents William Lilliston and Georgie Lou Polk Williams.

Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 26th, at
 Schmitt Funeral Home. Harold Demoret of Bethany Baptist Church will be 
officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm prior to the 
funeral service.&nbsp;

Burial will be at a later date in Mount Holly Cemetery in Onancock, Virginia.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Humane Society of the High 
Plains.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th Street, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

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 </figure>Donald B. Williams (Commo Willy), 80 years old of WaKeeney, Kansas,
 passed away on November 20,2022. Don was born in Nassawadox, Virginia 
on July 24, 1942.&nbsp; e graduated from Norview High School in Norfolk, 
Virginia.&nbsp; Don was united in marriage to Teressa Meier on December 28th,
 1990, they were married 32 years. He served in the United States Army 
for 21 years, in Special Forces for 20 of those years.&nbsp; As a Green Beret
 Master Sergeant, Don received numerous awards and decorations which 
include the Combat Infantry Badge, Master Parachutist Wings, Bronze Star
 Medal, 3 Awards of Army Commendation Medal with V device for Valor, 3 
awards of Army Commendation Medal, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry 
w/Bronze Palm, Ranger tab, Republic of China parachutist wings, Thai 
Parachutist Wings, Vietnam Parachutist Wings, Legion of Merit, 2 
Meritorious Service Medals, Air Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with 11 
Campaign Stars, SCUBA Badge, National Defense Medal, Civil Action Medal 
First Class, Presidential Unit Citation, Meritorious Unit Citation, 
Expert Infantryman’s Badge, Expert Rifle Badge, 6 Good Conduct Medals, 3
 Armed Forces Expeditionary Medals, NCO Professional Development 
Ribbon.&nbsp; Don served with the 5th&nbsp;Special Forces Group in 
Vietnam as a radio operator and also as a weapons sergeant and was on 
two 12 man A-teams, first at Plei Me, and for several years at Dak Pek.&nbsp;
 He also served with the 7th&nbsp;and 10th&nbsp;Special 
Forces Groups and also was a Special Forces SCUBA instructor, and a 
Special Forces Ski instructor. Despite already being a Special Forces 
Green Beret, he successfully passed Ranger training. He was honorably 
discharged from the military at 43 years of age due to a gunshot wound 
to the thoracic spine. His subsequent paralysis and being wheelchair 
bound did not slow him down. Don remained self- driven, he always 
expected excellence from himself and those around him.&nbsp; Don never gave 
up despite the challenges he faced in the last years of his life. Don 
was an avid animal lover, when choosing a new dog recently at the humane
 society he wanted all of them! He was compassionate and loved to laugh 
and enjoyed making others laugh.&nbsp;Don is survived by his wife Teressa; his children Y Gol (A Gan) of 
Charlotte, NC, Sherry Hodgson (Sean) of Lawrence, KS, Tracy Hammond 
(Kris) of Rupert, Idaho, and Amerie Cavasos (Leo) of Highlands Ranch, 
Colorado; 13 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and his brother 
Clinton Mclain of Morriston, Florida. Don is preceded in death by his 
parents William Lilliston and Georgie Lou Polk Williams.Funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Saturday, November 26th, at
 Schmitt Funeral Home. Harold Demoret of Bethany Baptist Church will be 
officiating.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm prior to the 
funeral service.&nbsp;Burial will be at a later date in Mount Holly Cemetery in Onancock, Virginia.Memorial contributions are suggested to Humane Society of the High 
Plains.&nbsp; Donations may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th Street, WaKeeney, KS 67672.

Donald Bruce Williams

Alta Ruth Cochrane passed away peacefully on November 25, 2022, in 
Lawrence, Kansas, at the age of 98. Ruth was born In Hoisington, Kansas,
 on January 28, 1924, to Robert Leroy and Mary Alta Peterson. In her 
childhood Ruth lived briefly in Bushton, Kansas, and Galva, Kansas, but 
lived most of her life in Hoisington. She graduated from Hoisington High
 School in 1942, then from Chillicothe Business College later that year.
 Ruth was the first woman hired at First National Bank in Hoisington. 
While working there, she met her future husband, Joe Cochrane, who had 
joined his dad at the Ben Franklin store. They wed on March 24, 1945, 
and had four children.

Ruth was a bookkeeper for Manweiler Chevrolet and Bressler Heat and 
Air and was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, First United Methodist Church 
where she sang in the choir, bowling leagues (including local and state 
championship teams), a pinochle club and several bridge clubs. Ruth also
 played golf, delivered Meals on Wheels, and knitted baby caps and lap 
blankets for RSVP. Ruth was an avid traveler and enjoyed trips in the 
US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Caribbean. Ruth moved to 
Lawrence, Kansas in 2021.

Preceding Ruth in death were her parents, her husband, Joe Cochrane, 
and her sister, Carol Seek. Ruth is survived by her four children, 
Barbara Osborn (Ed) Okmulgee, Oklahoma; Bob Cochrane (Merry) Dowagiac, 
Michigan; Larry Cochrane (Alison) Wimberley, Texas; Cindy Swanson (Dave)
 Lawrence, Kansas; her sister Dorothy Huddleston, Lampasas, Texas; five 
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington 
on Thursday, December 1st at 11:00 a.m. to be followed by a short 
graveside service and a luncheon in the fellowship hall at First United 
Methodist Church in Hoisington.&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Meals on 
Wheels, Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, or your favorite charity, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Alta Ruth Cochrane passed away peacefully on November 25, 2022, in 
Lawrence, Kansas, at the age of 98. Ruth was born In Hoisington, Kansas,
 on January 28, 1924, to Robert Leroy and Mary Alta Peterson. In her 
childhood Ruth lived briefly in Bushton, Kansas, and Galva, Kansas, but 
lived most of her life in Hoisington. She graduated from Hoisington High
 School in 1942, then from Chillicothe Business College later that year.
 Ruth was the first woman hired at First National Bank in Hoisington. 
While working there, she met her future husband, Joe Cochrane, who had 
joined his dad at the Ben Franklin store. They wed on March 24, 1945, 
and had four children.Ruth was a bookkeeper for Manweiler Chevrolet and Bressler Heat and 
Air and was a member of Beta Sigma Phi, First United Methodist Church 
where she sang in the choir, bowling leagues (including local and state 
championship teams), a pinochle club and several bridge clubs. Ruth also
 played golf, delivered Meals on Wheels, and knitted baby caps and lap 
blankets for RSVP. Ruth was an avid traveler and enjoyed trips in the 
US, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Caribbean. Ruth moved to 
Lawrence, Kansas in 2021.Preceding Ruth in death were her parents, her husband, Joe Cochrane, 
and her sister, Carol Seek. Ruth is survived by her four children, 
Barbara Osborn (Ed) Okmulgee, Oklahoma; Bob Cochrane (Merry) Dowagiac, 
Michigan; Larry Cochrane (Alison) Wimberley, Texas; Cindy Swanson (Dave)
 Lawrence, Kansas; her sister Dorothy Huddleston, Lampasas, Texas; five 
grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.Services will be held at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home in Hoisington 
on Thursday, December 1st at 11:00 a.m. to be followed by a short 
graveside service and a luncheon in the fellowship hall at First United 
Methodist Church in Hoisington.&nbsp;In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be made to Meals on 
Wheels, Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, or your favorite charity, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Alta Ruth Cochrane

Michael A. “Mike” Schmidt, 59, Catharine, died Friday, November 25, 2022, at HaysMed.

He was born October 19, 1963, in Hays 
the son of Emery R. and Shirley (Pfeifer) Schmidt.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1982, he 
graduated from Hays High School and was a lifelong wheat farmer and 
cattleman, member of St. Catherine Catholic Church, and was a member of 
the St. Catherine Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #11687.&nbsp;&nbsp;On 
June 1, 1984, he was united in marriage to Ann L. Nichols in 
Catharine.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike never new a stranger and loved to spend time visiting 
with friends and family, in addition to numerous interests including 
spending time at the lake, watching the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, 
and episodes of his favorite TV show, Gunsmoke.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a phenomenal 
cook and griller, loved his family including his dogs, Bruiser and 
Miles, enjoyed butchering beef and pork for his family, and driving his 
Ranger around the farm with his twin grandsons aboard, checking on 
cattle and visiting his neighbors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his wife Ann, of the 
home, his mother Shirley Schmidt of Catharine, his mother-in-law Carolyn
 Nichols of Hays, a son Michael P. Schmidt of Catharine, two 
daughters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Casey Wendel and husband Nathan of Catharine and Carly 
Schmidt and boyfriend Tyler Boling of Salina, a brother Greg Schmidt and
 wife Pam of Catharine, two sisters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jackie Jones and husband Tim of 
Hays and Lisa Stouffer and husband Allen of Leavenworth, his 
sister-in-law Courtney Schmeidler of Hays, three grandsons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Tyler, 
Clayton, and Bennett Wendel, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his father Emery Schmidt, and his father-in-law William Nichols.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at St. Catherine Catholic 
Church with Fr. Earl Befort officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the 
church cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Tuesday 
at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time
 on Wednesday at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;A parish vigil service will be at 6:30 pm 
on Tuesday, followed by a Third Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all 
at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers or plants, memorials are 
suggested to Mike’s grandson’s education with checks payable to:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ann 
Schmidt.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Mike may be shared with the family
 at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Michael A. “Mike” Schmidt, 59, Catharine, died Friday, November 25, 2022, at HaysMed.He was born October 19, 1963, in Hays 
the son of Emery R. and Shirley (Pfeifer) Schmidt.&nbsp;&nbsp;In 1982, he 
graduated from Hays High School and was a lifelong wheat farmer and 
cattleman, member of St. Catherine Catholic Church, and was a member of 
the St. Catherine Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #11687.&nbsp;&nbsp;On 
June 1, 1984, he was united in marriage to Ann L. Nichols in 
Catharine.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mike never new a stranger and loved to spend time visiting 
with friends and family, in addition to numerous interests including 
spending time at the lake, watching the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs, 
and episodes of his favorite TV show, Gunsmoke.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a phenomenal 
cook and griller, loved his family including his dogs, Bruiser and 
Miles, enjoyed butchering beef and pork for his family, and driving his 
Ranger around the farm with his twin grandsons aboard, checking on 
cattle and visiting his neighbors.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his wife Ann, of the 
home, his mother Shirley Schmidt of Catharine, his mother-in-law Carolyn
 Nichols of Hays, a son Michael P. Schmidt of Catharine, two 
daughters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Casey Wendel and husband Nathan of Catharine and Carly 
Schmidt and boyfriend Tyler Boling of Salina, a brother Greg Schmidt and
 wife Pam of Catharine, two sisters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jackie Jones and husband Tim of 
Hays and Lisa Stouffer and husband Allen of Leavenworth, his 
sister-in-law Courtney Schmeidler of Hays, three grandsons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Tyler, 
Clayton, and Bennett Wendel, and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father Emery Schmidt, and his father-in-law William Nichols.Mass of Christian burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at St. Catherine Catholic 
Church with Fr. Earl Befort officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in the 
church cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Tuesday 
at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time
 on Wednesday at the church.&nbsp;&nbsp;A parish vigil service will be at 6:30 pm 
on Tuesday, followed by a Third Degree Knights of Columbus rosary, all 
at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers or plants, memorials are 
suggested to Mike’s grandson’s education with checks payable to:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ann 
Schmidt.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Mike may be shared with the family
 at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Michael A. 'Mike' Schmidt

Thomas Ray Hammersmith, a gregarious and genuine personality who had 
the ability to instantly connect with others and never met a stranger, 
died November 22, 2022, surrounded by the love of his wife and three 
children, his mother, his siblings and their families, and all of his 
friends. He was 50.

Please join us at <a href="https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith">https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith</a> to celebrate Tom’s life by leaving memorial notes, prayers, photos, and other remembrances.

Although Tom’s life here on earth was cut short, his time with us was full of joy, love and creativity.

Above all, Tom treasured his family and loved his wife of 17 years, 
Megan, and their three children, Owen, Eli and Anna. Tom and Megan built
 a life together, focused on raising their children in the Catholic 
faith.

Tom was also a devoted son, sibling and uncle.

Tom’s faith was important to him.&nbsp; He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross and the Knights of Columbus.

Having had the challenge of health adversities early in his life, Tom
 was always ready to celebrate the joy of life.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending 
time with his family and his friends.&nbsp; He was up for a celebration 
anywhere at any time, but he particularly enjoyed time spent at the golf
 course, camping at the lake, traveling with his family, vacationing to 
Las Vegas with friends and family, watching football in his shop, 
playing cards and laughing with friends. The light in his shop was 
always left on because Tom was never too busy to welcome the company of 
family and friends.

Tom was born August 5, 1972, in Plainville, to Alfred “Al” and Mary 
(Hammerschmidt) Hammersmith. Tom graduated from Ellinwood High School in
 1991 and received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State 
University. He was a gifted graphic designer and artist, who had a 
vision for anything creative.&nbsp; Through his work, he had the opportunity 
to use his talents to create custom designs for many local businesses. 
He was also devoted to the family business, joining his father and 
brothers at H&amp;B Petroleum. His varied business talents impacted so 
many.&nbsp;

Tom is survived by: His wife, Megan Gottschalk-Hammersmith and their 
three children, Owen, Eli, and Anna, all of Hutchinson; mother, Mary 
Hammersmith of Hays; siblings, Joe Hammersmith (Karen), Mike Hammersmith
 (Angie), all of Hutchinson, and Sarah Balthazor (Steve) of Hays; 
mother-in-law, Midge Gottschalk of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Peggy 
Gottschalk-Rust of Hutchinson and Jennifer Lepentis (Bill) of Kansas 
City; brother-in-law, Mike Gottschalk of Minnesota; nieces and nephews, 
Mariah, Morgan, Alex, Becca, and Isaac Hammersmith, Philippe Manga, 
Sophia, Evan, and Lydia Balthazor, Morgan, Lauren, and Joshua Rust, and 
Eleni Lepentis; and a host of friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Al Hammersmith and father-in-law, Don Gottschalk.

Parish Rosary will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, with Mass
 of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, both at
 Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with 
Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. 
at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to
 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends 
following the Rosary at the church Tuesday evening.

The church will livestream both the Parish Rosary and the Mass on their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g">YouTube page</a>.&nbsp; The link will also be added after the Mass on Wednesday to the obituary.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be submitted to the Eli 
Hammersmith Trust, in support of Tom and Megan’s middle child who was 
born with a developmental delay. The trust allows Eli’s family to 
advocate for resources on Eli’s behalf.&nbsp; Donations may be made payable 
to the Eli Hammersmith Trust and submitted in care of Elliott Mortuary, 
1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Tom’s absence will be felt by so many, but his impact in this world 
will live on through his creative work and his loving relationships with
 his wife, children, family, and friends.

Well done, good and faithful servant.&nbsp; “I’ll leave the light on for you.”&nbsp;

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 </figure>Thomas Ray Hammersmith, a gregarious and genuine personality who had 
the ability to instantly connect with others and never met a stranger, 
died November 22, 2022, surrounded by the love of his wife and three 
children, his mother, his siblings and their families, and all of his 
friends. He was 50.Please join us at <a href="https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith">https://www.elliottmortuary.com/obituary/thomas-hammersmith</a> to celebrate Tom’s life by leaving memorial notes, prayers, photos, and other remembrances.Although Tom’s life here on earth was cut short, his time with us was full of joy, love and creativity.Above all, Tom treasured his family and loved his wife of 17 years, 
Megan, and their three children, Owen, Eli and Anna. Tom and Megan built
 a life together, focused on raising their children in the Catholic 
faith.Tom was also a devoted son, sibling and uncle.Tom’s faith was important to him.&nbsp; He was a member of Church of the Holy Cross and the Knights of Columbus.Having had the challenge of health adversities early in his life, Tom
 was always ready to celebrate the joy of life.&nbsp; He enjoyed spending 
time with his family and his friends.&nbsp; He was up for a celebration 
anywhere at any time, but he particularly enjoyed time spent at the golf
 course, camping at the lake, traveling with his family, vacationing to 
Las Vegas with friends and family, watching football in his shop, 
playing cards and laughing with friends. The light in his shop was 
always left on because Tom was never too busy to welcome the company of 
family and friends.Tom was born August 5, 1972, in Plainville, to Alfred “Al” and Mary 
(Hammerschmidt) Hammersmith. Tom graduated from Ellinwood High School in
 1991 and received his bachelor’s degree from Fort Hays State 
University. He was a gifted graphic designer and artist, who had a 
vision for anything creative.&nbsp; Through his work, he had the opportunity 
to use his talents to create custom designs for many local businesses. 
He was also devoted to the family business, joining his father and 
brothers at H&amp;B Petroleum. His varied business talents impacted so 
many.&nbsp;Tom is survived by: His wife, Megan Gottschalk-Hammersmith and their 
three children, Owen, Eli, and Anna, all of Hutchinson; mother, Mary 
Hammersmith of Hays; siblings, Joe Hammersmith (Karen), Mike Hammersmith
 (Angie), all of Hutchinson, and Sarah Balthazor (Steve) of Hays; 
mother-in-law, Midge Gottschalk of Hutchinson; sisters-in-law, Peggy 
Gottschalk-Rust of Hutchinson and Jennifer Lepentis (Bill) of Kansas 
City; brother-in-law, Mike Gottschalk of Minnesota; nieces and nephews, 
Mariah, Morgan, Alex, Becca, and Isaac Hammersmith, Philippe Manga, 
Sophia, Evan, and Lydia Balthazor, Morgan, Lauren, and Joshua Rust, and 
Eleni Lepentis; and a host of friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Al Hammersmith and father-in-law, Don Gottschalk.Parish Rosary will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, with Mass
 of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, November 30, 2022, both at
 Church of the Holy Cross, 2631 Independence Road, Hutchinson, with 
Father Aaron Spexarth officiating.&nbsp; Graveside service will be 3:00 p.m. 
at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. to
 3:00 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; The family will greet friends 
following the Rosary at the church Tuesday evening.The church will livestream both the Parish Rosary and the Mass on their <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc_FFDjkDo830LPwk7WR50g">YouTube page</a>.&nbsp; The link will also be added after the Mass on Wednesday to the obituary.In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be submitted to the Eli 
Hammersmith Trust, in support of Tom and Megan’s middle child who was 
born with a developmental delay. The trust allows Eli’s family to 
advocate for resources on Eli’s behalf.&nbsp; Donations may be made payable 
to the Eli Hammersmith Trust and submitted in care of Elliott Mortuary, 
1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.Tom’s absence will be felt by so many, but his impact in this world 
will live on through his creative work and his loving relationships with
 his wife, children, family, and friends.Well done, good and faithful servant.&nbsp; “I’ll leave the light on for you.”&nbsp;

Thomas Ray Hammersmith

Gilbert E. “Gil” Ferland, 84, Hays, died Thursday, November 24, 2022, at HaysMed.

He was born September 9, 1938, at home 
in Damar, the son of Euclide and Marie (Benoit) Ferland.&nbsp;&nbsp;For 60 years 
Gil worked in the oilfield, starting out driving the water truck for his
 brother when he was 16.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked on drilling rigs, cable tool for oil
 and gas wells, and was a pumper.&nbsp;&nbsp;He swathed and bailed for local 
farmers and delivered mail to Nebraska at night.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 18, 1958, he
 was united in marriage to Doris Pfannenstiel in St. Joseph Catholic 
Church in Hays, and they celebrated 64 years of marriage.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a 
member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, an avid college football and 
basketball fan, and his hobbies included fishing, whittling wood, 
woodworking, and gardening.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was proud of his grandchildren and great
 grandchildren and loved aggravating and playing with them.

Survivors include his wife Doris of the
 home, two sons: Roger Ferland and wife Betty Hanson and Jeff Ferland 
and wife Pheobe, both of Hays, four daughters: Rosilda Harman and 
husband Rick of Hays, Susan Ferland and Richard Byrne of Hernando, FL, 
Alice Meitl of Lebanon, IN, and Karen Crawford of Hays, a brother: Alcid
 Ferland and wife Carolyn of Hays, four sisters: Ruth Rempe of Scott 
City, Jackie Steckline of Ogallah, Loretta Zweifel and husband Keith of 
Lucas, and Betty Ferland of Russell, 12 grandchildren: Garrett Albers, 
Zach Rupp and wife Tesley, Gilbert Rupp and wife Emily, Clint Rocha and 
wife Gina, Marie Holloman and husband Larry, Aaron Crawford and wife 
Taylor, Audrey Dougherty and husband Tyler, Austin Crawford, Jesse 
Hanson, Brent Hanson and wife Stephanie, Jessie McLaren and Thea 
Ferland, 20 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and five siblings: Raymond, Archie, Levi, Julia, and Marcella.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
2:00 pm on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Wednesday and 
from 1:00 pm until 1:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral
 Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Wednesday at 
the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church or for 
masses.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Gilbert may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 </figure>Gilbert E. “Gil” Ferland, 84, Hays, died Thursday, November 24, 2022, at HaysMed.He was born September 9, 1938, at home 
in Damar, the son of Euclide and Marie (Benoit) Ferland.&nbsp;&nbsp;For 60 years 
Gil worked in the oilfield, starting out driving the water truck for his
 brother when he was 16.&nbsp;&nbsp;He worked on drilling rigs, cable tool for oil
 and gas wells, and was a pumper.&nbsp;&nbsp;He swathed and bailed for local 
farmers and delivered mail to Nebraska at night.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 18, 1958, he
 was united in marriage to Doris Pfannenstiel in St. Joseph Catholic 
Church in Hays, and they celebrated 64 years of marriage.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a 
member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, an avid college football and 
basketball fan, and his hobbies included fishing, whittling wood, 
woodworking, and gardening.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was proud of his grandchildren and great
 grandchildren and loved aggravating and playing with them.Survivors include his wife Doris of the
 home, two sons: Roger Ferland and wife Betty Hanson and Jeff Ferland 
and wife Pheobe, both of Hays, four daughters: Rosilda Harman and 
husband Rick of Hays, Susan Ferland and Richard Byrne of Hernando, FL, 
Alice Meitl of Lebanon, IN, and Karen Crawford of Hays, a brother: Alcid
 Ferland and wife Carolyn of Hays, four sisters: Ruth Rempe of Scott 
City, Jackie Steckline of Ogallah, Loretta Zweifel and husband Keith of 
Lucas, and Betty Ferland of Russell, 12 grandchildren: Garrett Albers, 
Zach Rupp and wife Tesley, Gilbert Rupp and wife Emily, Clint Rocha and 
wife Gina, Marie Holloman and husband Larry, Aaron Crawford and wife 
Taylor, Audrey Dougherty and husband Tyler, Austin Crawford, Jesse 
Hanson, Brent Hanson and wife Stephanie, Jessie McLaren and Thea 
Ferland, 20 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, and five siblings: Raymond, Archie, Levi, Julia, and Marcella.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
2:00 pm on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will follow in St. Joseph 
Cemetery.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Wednesday and 
from 1:00 pm until 1:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral
 Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 pm on Wednesday at 
the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church or for 
masses.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condolences and memories of Gilbert may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Gilbert E. 'Gil' Ferland

Janiss L. Harlow, 79, of Lucas KS, passed away Thursday, November 24th,&nbsp; in Minneapolis, KS. Janiss was born November 28th, 1942, in Lincoln County,&nbsp; KS to Leo and Helen Bell Schroeder.

In her youth she 
enjoyed breaking and riding horses. In March of 1963, she was united in 
marriage to Billy W. Harlow in Lincoln KS. Over the years she worked in a
 missile silo, was an insurance agent, a babysitter, and a homemaker. In
 her spare time, Janiss was a bit of an amateur geologist. She enjoyed 
hunting for fossils and rocks for Bill to cart home. She enjoyed reading
 and learning about Kansas history and family genealogy. Janiss also 
enjoyed fishing and loved animals.

She was preceded in death by her parents Leo and Helen, and brother Warren Schroeder.

She
 is survived by her husband Bill of 59 years, her daughter Teresa 
Carroll and husband Raymond of Baldwin City, KS, grandsons Bart Carroll 
of Kansas City MO and Phillip Carroll of Overland Park, KS, her sister 
Kathryn Little of Beverly KS, sister in-law Evelyn Schroeder of Lincoln,
 KS, and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are pending at this 
time.&nbsp;

Service are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

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 </figure>Janiss L. Harlow, 79, of Lucas KS, passed away Thursday, November 24th,&nbsp; in Minneapolis, KS. Janiss was born November 28th, 1942, in Lincoln County,&nbsp; KS to Leo and Helen Bell Schroeder.In her youth she 
enjoyed breaking and riding horses. In March of 1963, she was united in 
marriage to Billy W. Harlow in Lincoln KS. Over the years she worked in a
 missile silo, was an insurance agent, a babysitter, and a homemaker. In
 her spare time, Janiss was a bit of an amateur geologist. She enjoyed 
hunting for fossils and rocks for Bill to cart home. She enjoyed reading
 and learning about Kansas history and family genealogy. Janiss also 
enjoyed fishing and loved animals.She was preceded in death by her parents Leo and Helen, and brother Warren Schroeder.She
 is survived by her husband Bill of 59 years, her daughter Teresa 
Carroll and husband Raymond of Baldwin City, KS, grandsons Bart Carroll 
of Kansas City MO and Phillip Carroll of Overland Park, KS, her sister 
Kathryn Little of Beverly KS, sister in-law Evelyn Schroeder of Lincoln,
 KS, and numerous nieces and nephews. Services are pending at this 
time.&nbsp;Service are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

Janiss L. Harlow

Monday, January 31st, 1921-Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/helen-ostmeyer/5080883/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Monday, January 31st, 1921-Wednesday, November 23rd, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/helen-ostmeyer/5080883/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Helen L. Ostmeyer (Rhea)

Sunday, June 24th, 1934-Friday, November 25th, 2022

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/frank-ohlrogge/5080882/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Sunday, June 24th, 1934-Friday, November 25th, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/frank-ohlrogge/5080882/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Frank Arthur Ohlrogge

Luella Theresa Herrman, age 89, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 215 W. 13th in Hays. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be 7:00 PM Monday at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Acute Care or Homestead of Hays. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary is pending.

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 </figure>Luella Theresa Herrman, age 89, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 215 W. 13th in Hays. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Visitation will be Monday 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM and Tuesday 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be 7:00 PM Monday at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to HaysMed Acute Care or Homestead of Hays. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary is pending.

Luella Theresa Herrman

Lisa Jo McNeely, age 67, passed away peacefully Friday, November 18, 2022, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.

Lisa was born July 28, 1955, to Billy and Janis (Hart) Archer in 
Ellinwood, Kansas. She graduated from Wichita County High School in 
Leoti, Kansas, in 1973. Lisa attended business college in Wichita, and 
she worked many different administrative jobs. On June 16, 1990, she 
married the love of her life, Jeff McNeely in Leoti. They lived in many 
different areas of Kansas and a few years in Florida, but finally 
planted roots in Goodland, KS in 2010.

She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. &nbsp;Lisa enjoyed fishing and 
traveling, spoiling her grandkids, and most of all spending time with 
her family and friends. &nbsp;

Preceding her in death are her dad, Billy; sister, Shelley Weems; 
grandson, Gannon Warden; father-in-law, Larry McNeely, and nephew, 
Justin Lane.

Lisa is survived by her husband Jeff McNeely of Goodland, KS; mother 
Janis Archer of Goodland, KS; her sons, Jason Roblin of Argonia, KS, 
Cale (Sherri) Warden of Deerfield, KS; Dylan (Courtney) Warden of 
Hesston, KS; Trevor (Kelly) Fisher of Scott City, KS, and Devon 
(Karleigh) Fisher of Scott City, KS; daughters, Chelsea (Cody) Young of 
Waukomis, OK, and Danielle McNeely of Goodland, KS; brother, Mike Archer
 of Cedar Bluff, KS; her 17 grandchildren, and many more family and 
friends.

Memorials may be designated to the VFW and may be left at the service
 or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, PO Box 278, Goodland, KS 
67735. Information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.com

Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Lisa-McNeely">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Lisa Jo McNeely, age 67, passed away peacefully Friday, November 18, 2022, at St. Anthony’s Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado.Lisa was born July 28, 1955, to Billy and Janis (Hart) Archer in 
Ellinwood, Kansas. She graduated from Wichita County High School in 
Leoti, Kansas, in 1973. Lisa attended business college in Wichita, and 
she worked many different administrative jobs. On June 16, 1990, she 
married the love of her life, Jeff McNeely in Leoti. They lived in many 
different areas of Kansas and a few years in Florida, but finally 
planted roots in Goodland, KS in 2010.She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary. &nbsp;Lisa enjoyed fishing and 
traveling, spoiling her grandkids, and most of all spending time with 
her family and friends. &nbsp;Preceding her in death are her dad, Billy; sister, Shelley Weems; 
grandson, Gannon Warden; father-in-law, Larry McNeely, and nephew, 
Justin Lane.Lisa is survived by her husband Jeff McNeely of Goodland, KS; mother 
Janis Archer of Goodland, KS; her sons, Jason Roblin of Argonia, KS, 
Cale (Sherri) Warden of Deerfield, KS; Dylan (Courtney) Warden of 
Hesston, KS; Trevor (Kelly) Fisher of Scott City, KS, and Devon 
(Karleigh) Fisher of Scott City, KS; daughters, Chelsea (Cody) Young of 
Waukomis, OK, and Danielle McNeely of Goodland, KS; brother, Mike Archer
 of Cedar Bluff, KS; her 17 grandchildren, and many more family and 
friends.Memorials may be designated to the VFW and may be left at the service
 or sent in care of Bateman Funeral Home, PO Box 278, Goodland, KS 
67735. Information and online condolences www.batemanfuneral.comClick <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Lisa-McNeely">HERE</a> for service details.

Lisa Jo McNeely

February 13, 1937
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 24, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 November 24, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Edna Mae Stithem

Loren Harold Unruh, 79, passed away November 17, 2022, at Harry Hynes
 Memorial Hospice, Wichita, KS. He was born on February 9, 1943, to Ira 
&amp; Ella (Ward) Unruh in Great Bend, KS, where he grew up on the 
family farm. He met the love of his life, Connie Yuebanks, at church 
camp and they were married on January 19, 1964 in Great Bend, KS.

After Loren and Connie married, they had three children: Rick, 
Shawnda and Krista. Connie passed away on January 28, 1987. He married 
Gayle Kirchenman in 1988. She helped him continue managing the 
businesses until her death on May 30, 2022.

Loren bought his first combine at age 21 and started his Custom 
Combine business where he traveled from TX to MN harvesting wheat for 
farmers. In 1970, Loren &amp; Connie opened the Black Angus Steak Ranch 
and in 1977 the Best Western Angus Inn.

Loren was an active member in the community by serving on the board 
for the Chamber of Commerce and in 1978, he founded the Convention and 
Visitors Bureau. Loren was the Chairman of the Board for Best Western 
International, KS Restaurant &amp; Hospitality Association, and KS 
Lodging Association. Loren also loved the Barton County Cougars and was 
very proud to be a Top Cat. He founded the Cougar Booster Club and was 
awarded the 2016 Distinguished Service Award.

Loren was a member of Encounter Church (First Assembly of God) 
throughout his adult life, where he served as a Deacon and was 
passionate about furthering the gospel through world missions.

Loren is survived by his two daughters, Shawnda (Stan) Misina of 
Wilton, NH and Krista (Rich) Osborne of Riverdale, NJ; seven 
grandchildren, Dake (Kristi) Unruh of Benton, KS, Priscilla (Travis) 
Wilson of Wilton, NH, Benjamin Garcia of TX, Darian (Taylor) Unruh of 
Park City, KS, Haley (Hunter) Gullion of Springfield, MO, Rich 
(Yoseline) Osborne of Alexandria, VA and Ryan Osborne of Riverdale, NJ; 
eight great grandchildren, Sadie, Londyn, Tate and Landon Unruh, Liam 
and Savannah Wilson, Emma and Brayden Gullion; and three brothers, Paul 
Unruh of Great Bend, Victor (Marge) Unruh of Tarpon Springs, FL. and 
Phillip (Bobbie) Unruh of Houston, TX.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Ira and Ella 
Unruh; his beloved first wife, Connie (Yuebanks) Unruh; his second wife,
 Gayle (Royset) Unruh; his son, Rick Unruh; and his grandson, Landon 
Tate Unruh.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday, December
 2, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family present from 6-8 p.m. 
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, 
at Encounter Church, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will
 be in Dundee Valley Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorials have been designated to U.S. 
Missions - Assemblies of God or Barton Community College (BCC) 
Foundation for the Landon Unruh Memorial Scholarship, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Loren Harold Unruh, 79, passed away November 17, 2022, at Harry Hynes
 Memorial Hospice, Wichita, KS. He was born on February 9, 1943, to Ira 
&amp; Ella (Ward) Unruh in Great Bend, KS, where he grew up on the 
family farm. He met the love of his life, Connie Yuebanks, at church 
camp and they were married on January 19, 1964 in Great Bend, KS.After Loren and Connie married, they had three children: Rick, 
Shawnda and Krista. Connie passed away on January 28, 1987. He married 
Gayle Kirchenman in 1988. She helped him continue managing the 
businesses until her death on May 30, 2022.Loren bought his first combine at age 21 and started his Custom 
Combine business where he traveled from TX to MN harvesting wheat for 
farmers. In 1970, Loren &amp; Connie opened the Black Angus Steak Ranch 
and in 1977 the Best Western Angus Inn.Loren was an active member in the community by serving on the board 
for the Chamber of Commerce and in 1978, he founded the Convention and 
Visitors Bureau. Loren was the Chairman of the Board for Best Western 
International, KS Restaurant &amp; Hospitality Association, and KS 
Lodging Association. Loren also loved the Barton County Cougars and was 
very proud to be a Top Cat. He founded the Cougar Booster Club and was 
awarded the 2016 Distinguished Service Award.Loren was a member of Encounter Church (First Assembly of God) 
throughout his adult life, where he served as a Deacon and was 
passionate about furthering the gospel through world missions.Loren is survived by his two daughters, Shawnda (Stan) Misina of 
Wilton, NH and Krista (Rich) Osborne of Riverdale, NJ; seven 
grandchildren, Dake (Kristi) Unruh of Benton, KS, Priscilla (Travis) 
Wilson of Wilton, NH, Benjamin Garcia of TX, Darian (Taylor) Unruh of 
Park City, KS, Haley (Hunter) Gullion of Springfield, MO, Rich 
(Yoseline) Osborne of Alexandria, VA and Ryan Osborne of Riverdale, NJ; 
eight great grandchildren, Sadie, Londyn, Tate and Landon Unruh, Liam 
and Savannah Wilson, Emma and Brayden Gullion; and three brothers, Paul 
Unruh of Great Bend, Victor (Marge) Unruh of Tarpon Springs, FL. and 
Phillip (Bobbie) Unruh of Houston, TX.He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Ira and Ella 
Unruh; his beloved first wife, Connie (Yuebanks) Unruh; his second wife,
 Gayle (Royset) Unruh; his son, Rick Unruh; and his grandson, Landon 
Tate Unruh.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Friday, December
 2, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family present from 6-8 p.m. 
Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, December 3, 2022, 
at Encounter Church, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will
 be in Dundee Valley Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials have been designated to U.S. 
Missions - Assemblies of God or Barton Community College (BCC) 
Foundation for the Landon Unruh Memorial Scholarship, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Loren Harold Unruh

John Lee Hickey, 73, died November 21, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital
 in Hoisington, Kansas. The son of Elmer and Eleanor (Steinert) Hickey, 
he was born December 7, 1948, in Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; In 1967, John 
graduated from Otis High School.&nbsp; He then attended Salina Vo-Tech where 
he received his certification in diesel mechanics.

During the Vietnam War, John proudly served as an Army Specialist 4 in the United States Army.&nbsp;

On July 22, 1988, he married the love of his life, Charlene M. 
Vonfeldt, at the courthouse in Great Bend. They later renewed their vows
 at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz, Kansas.

A lifetime resident of Olmitz, John worked as a diesel mechanic, as a
 farmer, and as a backhoe operator.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Ann’s 
Catholic Church and of the Knights of Columbus Council #2100.&nbsp; Always 
known to strike up a conversation with anyone and to be quick with a 
joke, he made friends wherever he went.&nbsp; John enjoyed playing Tarock, 
golfing with his buddies in Claflin, and spending time with his family.&nbsp;
 Some of his fondest memories involved spending time with his many 
grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Charlene Hickey of the home; 
daughter, Shannon Schreiner and husband Brian of Hays; grandsons, Shawn 
Ballinger and fiancée MacKenzie Gianacopolos of Hays; John Schreiner and
 wife Melanie of Downs, and Jesse Schreiner of Russell; granddaughter 
Laura Schreiner and partner Rob of Blue Hill, Nebraska; brothers-in-law,
 Stanley Vonfeldt and wife Nancy of Parker, Colorado, Tom Vonfeldt and 
wife Nancy of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Tom Zorko and wife Sue of Omaha, 
Nebraska; a sister-in-law, Mary Snider and husband Jim of Jefferson, 
Missouri; many great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews; and, 
most importantly, his favorite dog, Emily.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister-in-law, Raeann 
Zorko, and two great-grandchildren, Shelby Schreiner and Sawyer Keller.

Per John’s request, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Friends may sign a book at the funeral home from now until the service.

Services will be Monday, December 5th, 2022, at St. Ann’s 
Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.&nbsp; Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m., led 
by the Knights of Columbus, with the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 
a.m. celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St.
 Ann’s Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Army 
Honor Guard.&nbsp;

Memorials may be made to the St. Ann’s Cemetery Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>John Lee Hickey, 73, died November 21, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital
 in Hoisington, Kansas. The son of Elmer and Eleanor (Steinert) Hickey, 
he was born December 7, 1948, in Hoisington, Kansas.&nbsp; In 1967, John 
graduated from Otis High School.&nbsp; He then attended Salina Vo-Tech where 
he received his certification in diesel mechanics.During the Vietnam War, John proudly served as an Army Specialist 4 in the United States Army.&nbsp;On July 22, 1988, he married the love of his life, Charlene M. 
Vonfeldt, at the courthouse in Great Bend. They later renewed their vows
 at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz, Kansas.A lifetime resident of Olmitz, John worked as a diesel mechanic, as a
 farmer, and as a backhoe operator.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Ann’s 
Catholic Church and of the Knights of Columbus Council #2100.&nbsp; Always 
known to strike up a conversation with anyone and to be quick with a 
joke, he made friends wherever he went.&nbsp; John enjoyed playing Tarock, 
golfing with his buddies in Claflin, and spending time with his family.&nbsp;
 Some of his fondest memories involved spending time with his many 
grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Charlene Hickey of the home; 
daughter, Shannon Schreiner and husband Brian of Hays; grandsons, Shawn 
Ballinger and fiancée MacKenzie Gianacopolos of Hays; John Schreiner and
 wife Melanie of Downs, and Jesse Schreiner of Russell; granddaughter 
Laura Schreiner and partner Rob of Blue Hill, Nebraska; brothers-in-law,
 Stanley Vonfeldt and wife Nancy of Parker, Colorado, Tom Vonfeldt and 
wife Nancy of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Tom Zorko and wife Sue of Omaha, 
Nebraska; a sister-in-law, Mary Snider and husband Jim of Jefferson, 
Missouri; many great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews; and, 
most importantly, his favorite dog, Emily.He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister-in-law, Raeann 
Zorko, and two great-grandchildren, Shelby Schreiner and Sawyer Keller.Per John’s request, cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Friends may sign a book at the funeral home from now until the service.Services will be Monday, December 5th, 2022, at St. Ann’s 
Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.&nbsp; Rosary will begin at 10:30 a.m., led 
by the Knights of Columbus, with the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 
a.m. celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in St.
 Ann’s Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Fort Riley Army 
Honor Guard.&nbsp;Memorials may be made to the St. Ann’s Cemetery Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

John Lee Hickey

Kristopher “Kris” Thyfault, age 45, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Kris was born September 4, 1977, in Russell, Kansas, to Terrance Thyfault and Linda (Wolf) Thyfault. Kris graduated from Russell High School in 1996 where he participated in Football, Track and Band. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, playing cards with family, and attending his niece and nephews sporting events. Kris was a longtime employee with Universal Termite and Pest Control in Hays. Kris was well known with his customers and hard to miss because of his size. Contrary to his size Kris was known as a kind, soft spoken man who enjoyed visiting with his customers and making lasting relationships with them. Kris is survived by his father, Terry Thyfault of Topeka; his mother, Linda Thyfault of Hays; his sister, Katrina Schmidt and husband Eric and their children, Kyla and Kobe all of Hays; a grandmother, Edna Wolf Billinger (Pete) of Hays as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Kris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth and Anita Thyfault and Marcellus Wolf as well as an uncle, Rick Wolf. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th, in Hays. Burial will follow services in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen, Kansas. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Monday 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be Sunday at 6:30 PM also at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Your Voice through Cancer in Kris's memory. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Kristopher “Kris” Thyfault, age 45, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Kris was born September 4, 1977, in Russell, Kansas, to Terrance Thyfault and Linda (Wolf) Thyfault. Kris graduated from Russell High School in 1996 where he participated in Football, Track and Band. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, playing cards with family, and attending his niece and nephews sporting events. Kris was a longtime employee with Universal Termite and Pest Control in Hays. Kris was well known with his customers and hard to miss because of his size. Contrary to his size Kris was known as a kind, soft spoken man who enjoyed visiting with his customers and making lasting relationships with them. Kris is survived by his father, Terry Thyfault of Topeka; his mother, Linda Thyfault of Hays; his sister, Katrina Schmidt and husband Eric and their children, Kyla and Kobe all of Hays; a grandmother, Edna Wolf Billinger (Pete) of Hays as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Kris was preceded in death by his grandparents, Kenneth and Anita Thyfault and Marcellus Wolf as well as an uncle, Rick Wolf. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th, in Hays. Burial will follow services in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen, Kansas. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Monday 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be Sunday at 6:30 PM also at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Your Voice through Cancer in Kris's memory. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Kristopher 'Kris' Thyfault

Dale Eugene Hiser, 75, a resident of Cleveland, Tenn., passed away Tuesday, 
November 22, 2022, in a Chattanooga hospital. 

Dale was born in Hays, 
Kansas, and he was the son of the late Bessie Smith Hiser and Grady 
Hiser. His sisters, Bonnie Bain, Freda Lambert and his brothers, Marvin 
Hiser and Roy Hiser also preceded him in death. 

For 51 years, he served 
in Management for several large Manufacturing Companies including Cessna
 Aircraft, Copeland-Emerson, Lexington Furniture, Maytag/Whirlpool and 
Lazy Boy. Dale enjoyed the outdoors including fishing, hunting, golf and
 boating. He was a member of the ELKs Lodge, NRA and Pheasants Forever. 
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church here in Cleveland. 
 Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Wilma Pywell Hiser, Cleveland, 
son, Shawn Hiser, Cleveland, daughter, Dayla Hiser Rainwater (Clark) 
Cullman, Alabama, grandchildren, Kelsey Rainwater, Tucker Rainwater, 
sister, Gail Botinelly (Joe), Wichita, Kansas, numerous sisters in law, 
brothers in law, nieces and nephews. The Remembrance of Life 
Service will be conducted on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 4 P. M. E.S.T.
 at the Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel with 
Pastor Matt Nail (Friend) and Pastor Curt McKee officiating. The family 
will receive friends from 2 until 4 P. M. E.S.T. on Monday at the Jim 
Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel.

Graveside 
Services and Interment will be conducted on Saturday, December 3, 2022,&nbsp; at 11:30 A. M. C.S.T. at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Palco, Kansas. 


The family will receive friends at the Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in 
Plainville, Kansas, from 10 until 11 A. M. C.S.T. on Saturday, December 
3, 2022. 

The family request in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the
 American Heart Association by going to heart.org or to your favorite 
charity. Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel who 
has charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your 
memories with Dale's family at <a href="http://www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com" target="_blank">www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com</a>.

For family and friends who can not attend the service in Cleveland, you
 may watch the service by Live Stream <a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2OTMyNzU4MDIyMDk4MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJnZpZXdfYnV0dG9u">HERE</a>.

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 </figure>Dale Eugene Hiser, 75, a resident of Cleveland, Tenn., passed away Tuesday, 
November 22, 2022, in a Chattanooga hospital. Dale was born in Hays, 
Kansas, and he was the son of the late Bessie Smith Hiser and Grady 
Hiser. His sisters, Bonnie Bain, Freda Lambert and his brothers, Marvin 
Hiser and Roy Hiser also preceded him in death. For 51 years, he served 
in Management for several large Manufacturing Companies including Cessna
 Aircraft, Copeland-Emerson, Lexington Furniture, Maytag/Whirlpool and 
Lazy Boy. Dale enjoyed the outdoors including fishing, hunting, golf and
 boating. He was a member of the ELKs Lodge, NRA and Pheasants Forever. 
He was a member of the First United Methodist Church here in Cleveland. 
 Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Wilma Pywell Hiser, Cleveland, 
son, Shawn Hiser, Cleveland, daughter, Dayla Hiser Rainwater (Clark) 
Cullman, Alabama, grandchildren, Kelsey Rainwater, Tucker Rainwater, 
sister, Gail Botinelly (Joe), Wichita, Kansas, numerous sisters in law, 
brothers in law, nieces and nephews. The Remembrance of Life 
Service will be conducted on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 4 P. M. E.S.T.
 at the Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel with 
Pastor Matt Nail (Friend) and Pastor Curt McKee officiating. The family 
will receive friends from 2 until 4 P. M. E.S.T. on Monday at the Jim 
Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel. Graveside 
Services and Interment will be conducted on Saturday, December 3, 2022,&nbsp; at 11:30 A. M. C.S.T. at the Pleasant View Cemetery in Palco, Kansas. 
The family will receive friends at the Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in 
Plainville, Kansas, from 10 until 11 A. M. C.S.T. on Saturday, December 
3, 2022. The family request in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the
 American Heart Association by going to heart.org or to your favorite 
charity. Jim Rush Funeral and Cremation Services North Ocoee Chapel who 
has charge of the arrangements. You may share your condolences and your 
memories with Dale's family at <a href="http://www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com" target="_blank">www.jimrushfuneralhomes.com</a>.
 For family and friends who can not attend the service in Cleveland, you
 may watch the service by Live Stream <a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY2OTMyNzU4MDIyMDk4MSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJnZpZXdfYnV0dG9u">HERE</a>.

Dale Eugene Hiser

Patricia L. Sands, 85, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully November
 22, 2022, at Hospice House of Reno County after a brief battle with 
pancreatic cancer. She was born September 24, 1937, in Burdett, the 
daughter of Everett and Opal (Epley) Ruby.

A longtime resident of Hutchinson, Pattie graduated from Hutchinson 
High School in 1955. She was employed at various Hutchinson stores, 
including Peel’s Beauty Supply. Pattie was a longtime member of Hope 
Church (previously Believers Tabernacle and First Assembly of God) in 
Hutchinson and loved her church family.

Pattie married Douglas Sands on June 25, 1960. He died May 19, 2014.

She is survived by: her children, LaDena Sands Dosdall (Gerald) of 
Wichita, Michael Sands (Sharon) of Lorain, OH; grandchildren, Bethany 
Newell (Cliff), Lindsey Long (Grant), Elizabeth Henry (Matt), Wesley 
Dosdall (Caitlin); great-grandchildren, Gianna, Zevulun, Luke, Logan, 
Clayton; sister, Kay Bergen-Potts; niece, Barbara Bergen Whitmore; and 
nephew, Marc Bergen (Teri).

Pattie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Steve, Joe, and Greg Ruby.

Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 
30, 2022, at Hope Church, 1701 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Bobby 
Massey and Kendall Sheats officiating. Burial will follow in Eastside 
Cemetery.

The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.

<a href="https://www.facebook.com/HopeChurchHutchinson/">Click here to view the service</a>

Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, with the 
family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.

Memorial donations may be made to Hope Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Patricia L. Sands, 85, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully November
 22, 2022, at Hospice House of Reno County after a brief battle with 
pancreatic cancer. She was born September 24, 1937, in Burdett, the 
daughter of Everett and Opal (Epley) Ruby.A longtime resident of Hutchinson, Pattie graduated from Hutchinson 
High School in 1955. She was employed at various Hutchinson stores, 
including Peel’s Beauty Supply. Pattie was a longtime member of Hope 
Church (previously Believers Tabernacle and First Assembly of God) in 
Hutchinson and loved her church family.Pattie married Douglas Sands on June 25, 1960. He died May 19, 2014.She is survived by: her children, LaDena Sands Dosdall (Gerald) of 
Wichita, Michael Sands (Sharon) of Lorain, OH; grandchildren, Bethany 
Newell (Cliff), Lindsey Long (Grant), Elizabeth Henry (Matt), Wesley 
Dosdall (Caitlin); great-grandchildren, Gianna, Zevulun, Luke, Logan, 
Clayton; sister, Kay Bergen-Potts; niece, Barbara Bergen Whitmore; and 
nephew, Marc Bergen (Teri).Pattie was preceded in death by her parents and three brothers, Steve, Joe, and Greg Ruby.Celebration of Life service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 
30, 2022, at Hope Church, 1701 N. Main, Hutchinson, with Pastors Bobby 
Massey and Kendall Sheats officiating. Burial will follow in Eastside 
Cemetery.The service will be livestreamed on the church’s Facebook page.<a href="https://www.facebook.com/HopeChurchHutchinson/">Click here to view the service</a>Friends may call from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Tuesday, with the 
family present to receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.Memorial donations may be made to Hope Church, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Patricia L. Sands

Mike (Cecil) Peters, 73, passed from this world on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, KS. Mike
 was born Oct. 11, 1949, in La Crosse, KS to Robert and Munica 
(Reynolds) Peters. In 1967, he graduated from McCracken High School. 
On October 19, 1968, he was united in marriage to Diana Lynn Schaffer in 
Liebenthal, KS. They celebrated 53 years of marriage last month. Mike
 began his career at Carey Salt in Hutchinson, KS where he worked for 
three years. He spent the next 35 years working for United Parcel 
Service (UPS) in Hays, KS. You would never see Mike without a 
smile on his face; he didn’t know a stranger. He had a contagious laugh 
that brought joy to everyone he would meet. Mike was a fun-loving, 
hardworking, and selfless man, with a heart bigger than any other. His 
love for life, perseverance, and strength will live on in all who knew 
him. Mike enjoyed playing golf, going to the casinos, and watching his 
grandkids’ sporting events. Most of all, he loved his family. Survivors
 include his wife Diana of Olathe, KS., three daughters: Mellissa 
Shepherd, Michelle Mussat, and Marla Andregg, all of Overland Park, KS: 
his brother, Dennis Peters of Plano, TX; three grandsons: Stephen Mussat
 of Kips Bay, NY, Travis Shepherd of Tonganoxie, KS., and Brayden 
Metcalf of Overland Park, KS.; three granddaughters: Mykah Andregg of 
Los Angeles, CA, Brianna Mussat of Overland Park, KS and Addyson 
Shepherd of Tonganoxie, KS, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. Mike
 was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Bobby and 
Russell Peters, and his granddaughter, Madison Shea Andregg. Visitation,
 followed by the rosary and Mass, will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 
23, 2022, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 16000 W. 143rd St. Olathe,
 KS with Fr. Greg officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial 
contributions may be made to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation 
or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

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 </figure>Mike (Cecil) Peters, 73, passed from this world on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, KS. Mike
 was born Oct. 11, 1949, in La Crosse, KS to Robert and Munica 
(Reynolds) Peters. In 1967, he graduated from McCracken High School. 
On October 19, 1968, he was united in marriage to Diana Lynn Schaffer in 
Liebenthal, KS. They celebrated 53 years of marriage last month. Mike
 began his career at Carey Salt in Hutchinson, KS where he worked for 
three years. He spent the next 35 years working for United Parcel 
Service (UPS) in Hays, KS. You would never see Mike without a 
smile on his face; he didn’t know a stranger. He had a contagious laugh 
that brought joy to everyone he would meet. Mike was a fun-loving, 
hardworking, and selfless man, with a heart bigger than any other. His 
love for life, perseverance, and strength will live on in all who knew 
him. Mike enjoyed playing golf, going to the casinos, and watching his 
grandkids’ sporting events. Most of all, he loved his family. Survivors
 include his wife Diana of Olathe, KS., three daughters: Mellissa 
Shepherd, Michelle Mussat, and Marla Andregg, all of Overland Park, KS: 
his brother, Dennis Peters of Plano, TX; three grandsons: Stephen Mussat
 of Kips Bay, NY, Travis Shepherd of Tonganoxie, KS., and Brayden 
Metcalf of Overland Park, KS.; three granddaughters: Mykah Andregg of 
Los Angeles, CA, Brianna Mussat of Overland Park, KS and Addyson 
Shepherd of Tonganoxie, KS, in addition to numerous nieces and nephews. Mike
 was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Bobby and 
Russell Peters, and his granddaughter, Madison Shea Andregg. Visitation,
 followed by the rosary and Mass, will be at 10 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 
23, 2022, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, 16000 W. 143rd St. Olathe,
 KS with Fr. Greg officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial 
contributions may be made to the National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation 
or the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

Mike (Cecil) Peters

Kris Thyfault, age 45, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th, Hays. Burial will follow services in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen, Kansas. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Monday 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be Sunday at 6:30 PM also at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Your Voice through Cancer in Kris's memory. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary is pending.

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 </figure>Kris Thyfault, age 45, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at HaysMed. Funeral Services will be 10:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th, Hays. Burial will follow services in the St. Anthony Cemetery in Schoenchen, Kansas. Visitation will be Sunday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM and Monday 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be Sunday at 6:30 PM also at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Your Voice through Cancer in Kris's memory. Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> A complete obituary is pending.

Kris Thyfault

Bettie Elaine (Stupka) Hamill, age 84, of Colby, died at her home from pneumonia and lung complications on November 21, 2022. 
Bettie was born in Thomas County, KS on December 2, 1938, to parents 
Anna Margaret (Janousek) and Lou “L.J.” Stupka. Her family lived on a 
farm and a house north of town that Lou built himself. 
She graduated from Levant High School in 1957. Throughout her life, she 
worked as office help in the old Colby hospital and dental offices. She 
became a realtor and then cleaned for the courthouse for many years. 
She enjoyed restoring furniture, redecorating her homes, bird watching, 
garage sales, and riding horses (bareback); when she was a little girl. 
But most of all, she loved to laugh, tell jokes, and pull pranks. 
Keeping everyone on their toes with the commentary that she narrated of 
events. 
Bettie married Jimmie Mentlick, and to this union were born her two 
girls, Lesa Ann and Stacey Danielle. In her later years, around 1997, 
she became the last companion to Joe Ruddell for 19 years. 
When she fell ill due to the effects of her cancer, she moved in with Lesa. Stacy moved home from Wichita to assist in her care. 
Bettie was preceded in death by her companion Joe Ruddell; her siblings,
 Fronie, Sonny, Ed, Chuck, Vivian, Mildred, Bernice, and Hedy; parents 
Anna and Lou Stupka. Bettie is survived by her brother Bud Stupka and 
her daughters, Lesa Ann and Stacey Danielle. 
A Memorial Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 
2022, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Bettie 
Hamill Memorial Fund, to be designated for women’s social services, and 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701.

For 
information or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Bettie Elaine (Stupka) Hamill, age 84, of Colby, died at her home from pneumonia and lung complications on November 21, 2022. 
Bettie was born in Thomas County, KS on December 2, 1938, to parents 
Anna Margaret (Janousek) and Lou “L.J.” Stupka. Her family lived on a 
farm and a house north of town that Lou built himself. 
She graduated from Levant High School in 1957. Throughout her life, she 
worked as office help in the old Colby hospital and dental offices. She 
became a realtor and then cleaned for the courthouse for many years. 
She enjoyed restoring furniture, redecorating her homes, bird watching, 
garage sales, and riding horses (bareback); when she was a little girl. 
But most of all, she loved to laugh, tell jokes, and pull pranks. 
Keeping everyone on their toes with the commentary that she narrated of 
events. 
Bettie married Jimmie Mentlick, and to this union were born her two 
girls, Lesa Ann and Stacey Danielle. In her later years, around 1997, 
she became the last companion to Joe Ruddell for 19 years. 
When she fell ill due to the effects of her cancer, she moved in with Lesa. Stacy moved home from Wichita to assist in her care. 
Bettie was preceded in death by her companion Joe Ruddell; her siblings,
 Fronie, Sonny, Ed, Chuck, Vivian, Mildred, Bernice, and Hedy; parents 
Anna and Lou Stupka. Bettie is survived by her brother Bud Stupka and 
her daughters, Lesa Ann and Stacey Danielle. 
A Memorial Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 26, 
2022, at Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Bettie 
Hamill Memorial Fund, to be designated for women’s social services, and 
sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences, visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.

Bettie Elaine (Stupka) Hamill

Keith D. Waddington, 93, passed away November 22, 2022, at his home in Larned.

He was born June 24, 1929, in Cairo, Nebraska, the son of Jay and Hazel Manners Waddington.

Moving from Moore, Oklahoma, he was a Larned resident for ten years. 
He served in the United States Navy and later worked as a civilian for 
the Air Force Department of Defense. In his early years he was a 
volunteer firefighter while living in New York and after obtaining his 
pilot’s license, enjoyed flying. He was active in his children’s school 
organizations while they were growing up and an avid golfer.

In 1953, he married Helen Berg in South Dakota; she preceded him in death.

Survivors include: son, Doug Waddington, Larned and daughter Diane (Don) Holdeman, Woodward, Oklahoma.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife; brother, Clarence
 “Butch” Waddington; four sisters, Ruby Warner, Claire Levine, Bonnie 
Rust, and Arlene Graf; and a grandson, Keith Allen Hoover.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service with military honors will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary 
Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Jarred Smith presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned, with family present from 2-5 p.m. Inurnment will be at a later 
date at Lutheran Church Cemetery in Newman Grove, Nebraska.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Muscular Dystrophy 
Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550.

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 </figure>Keith D. Waddington, 93, passed away November 22, 2022, at his home in Larned.He was born June 24, 1929, in Cairo, Nebraska, the son of Jay and Hazel Manners Waddington.Moving from Moore, Oklahoma, he was a Larned resident for ten years. 
He served in the United States Navy and later worked as a civilian for 
the Air Force Department of Defense. In his early years he was a 
volunteer firefighter while living in New York and after obtaining his 
pilot’s license, enjoyed flying. He was active in his children’s school 
organizations while they were growing up and an avid golfer.In 1953, he married Helen Berg in South Dakota; she preceded him in death.Survivors include: son, Doug Waddington, Larned and daughter Diane (Don) Holdeman, Woodward, Oklahoma.He was preceded in death by: his parents; his wife; brother, Clarence
 “Butch” Waddington; four sisters, Ruby Warner, Claire Levine, Bonnie 
Rust, and Arlene Graf; and a grandson, Keith Allen Hoover.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service with military honors will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 9, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary 
Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Jarred Smith presiding. Visitation will be 
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday, December 8, 2022, at Beckwith Mortuary, 
Larned, with family present from 2-5 p.m. Inurnment will be at a later 
date at Lutheran Church Cemetery in Newman Grove, Nebraska.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Muscular Dystrophy 
Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 
67550.

Keith D. Waddington

Richard Lee Cook, age 78, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Richard Lee Cook, age 78, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 22, 2022. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Richard Lee Cook

Rosemary Walt, age 83, of Collyer, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, KS.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rosemary Walt, age 83, of Collyer, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter, KS.&nbsp;

Rosemary Walt

Donald B. Williams, age 80, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2022. 

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 </figure>Donald B. Williams, age 80, of WaKeeney, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, November 20, 2022. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, WaKeeney.

Donald B. Williams

Mariquita S. Fry passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter 
Pauline, surrounded by James, James L. and Jonathan Tapia at her home in
 Romeroville, NM on November 18, 2022.

Mariquita lived most of her life in Kansas, where she enjoyed working
 in her garden. She enjoyed fishing, embroidery, crochet, hunting, and 
tea parties with her church family.

She worked for Department of Health as a translator, in Kinsley, KS, 
and CNA for Parkview Manor in Macksville, KS. She enjoyed traveling. 
Most memorable was her trip to Disneyland, view of the ocean and 
collecting seashells, and enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.

She was born in Ojito Frios, NM to the late Adelaido Salas and Marta 
Tenorio on February 25, 1932. She is preceded in death by sons Felipe 
and Joe B. Baca, grandson Michael Baca and great-grandson Brendan 
Graber.

She is survived by her daughter Pauline Tapia (James) of Romeroville,
 NM, Nash Baca (Margie) of Dodge City, KS, daughter Lucy Baca (Faustino)
 of Hernandez, NM, Mary McClurg (Charlie) of Hays, KS, daughter Lisa Jo 
of Boston, MA, son Johnny Baca of Austin, TX, son Greg Baca (Brittany) 
of Salina, KS. 19 grandchildren, granddaughter she raised Tonie Graber 
(Mark) of Pratt, KS, 24 great-grandchildren, 9 
great-great-grandchildren. Step-sons Randy and Jerry Fry of Kansas, 
numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

The Family would like to thank the Amber care and their caring staff.
 They also want to thank her friends and the staff at Meadows long term 
facility.

Rosary will be recited on Tuesday November 29, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM.

Funeral Mass will be conducted on Wednesday November 30, 2022, at 9:00
 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM with Father Rob 
Yaksich as Celebrant.

Interment will be at Ojitos Frios Cemetery with the following serving
 as pallbearers James Tapia, James L. Tapia, Jonathan Tapia, Valentin 
Salas, Shane Smith, Fred Baca, Joseph Baca and Victor Baca. Honorary 
pallbearers will be all her remaining grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.

Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary 600 Reynolds Ave. Las Vegas, NM 87701.

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 </figure>Mariquita S. Fry passed away peacefully in the arms of her daughter 
Pauline, surrounded by James, James L. and Jonathan Tapia at her home in
 Romeroville, NM on November 18, 2022.Mariquita lived most of her life in Kansas, where she enjoyed working
 in her garden. She enjoyed fishing, embroidery, crochet, hunting, and 
tea parties with her church family.She worked for Department of Health as a translator, in Kinsley, KS, 
and CNA for Parkview Manor in Macksville, KS. She enjoyed traveling. 
Most memorable was her trip to Disneyland, view of the ocean and 
collecting seashells, and enjoying a St. Louis Cardinals game.She was born in Ojito Frios, NM to the late Adelaido Salas and Marta 
Tenorio on February 25, 1932. She is preceded in death by sons Felipe 
and Joe B. Baca, grandson Michael Baca and great-grandson Brendan 
Graber.She is survived by her daughter Pauline Tapia (James) of Romeroville,
 NM, Nash Baca (Margie) of Dodge City, KS, daughter Lucy Baca (Faustino)
 of Hernandez, NM, Mary McClurg (Charlie) of Hays, KS, daughter Lisa Jo 
of Boston, MA, son Johnny Baca of Austin, TX, son Greg Baca (Brittany) 
of Salina, KS. 19 grandchildren, granddaughter she raised Tonie Graber 
(Mark) of Pratt, KS, 24 great-grandchildren, 9 
great-great-grandchildren. Step-sons Randy and Jerry Fry of Kansas, 
numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.The Family would like to thank the Amber care and their caring staff.
 They also want to thank her friends and the staff at Meadows long term 
facility.Rosary will be recited on Tuesday November 29, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM.Funeral Mass will be conducted on Wednesday November 30, 2022, at 9:00
 a.m. at Our Lady of Sorrows Church in Las Vegas, NM with Father Rob 
Yaksich as Celebrant.Interment will be at Ojitos Frios Cemetery with the following serving
 as pallbearers James Tapia, James L. Tapia, Jonathan Tapia, Valentin 
Salas, Shane Smith, Fred Baca, Joseph Baca and Victor Baca. Honorary 
pallbearers will be all her remaining grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.Arrangements are entrusted to and under the care of Rogers Mortuary 600 Reynolds Ave. Las Vegas, NM 87701.

Mariquita S. Fry Garcia

Frances Mary Stansbury was born on June 8th, 1940, in Clarks, NE to 
parents Elmer and Eva Piper. Fran entered into marriage to Jim Stansbury
 on June 9th, 1962, in Formoso, KS.

To this marriage, 3 children were born James A. Stansbury, Terry Stansbury and Kristie (Stansbury) Clancy.

Fran
 worked as the Bookkeeper for Jim’s S&amp;H Body &amp; Frame and later 
for Jim’s Tire &amp; Alignment. In 1980 Fran went to work in 
Housekeeping at Smith County Memorial Hospital where she worked for 22 
years before retiring.

Fran’s hobbies included Camping at Glen Elder, following, and playing with Grandkids and great grandkids.

Preceded
 in death by Parents Elmer and Eva piper, Brother Bill Laseur, Sister 
Pat Nickels, Brother Hank Piper. Step grandson Ryan Clancy. 
Brother-in-law Rick Stansbury.

Surviving family Husband
 Jim of the home, Son’s James A Stansbury (Pam) of Ponca City, OK, Terry
 Stansbury of Etowah, TN and Daughter Kristie Clancy (Jeremiah) of 
Phillipsburg, KS; Grandchildren Ericka Kingsbury (Jared) of Smith 
Center, KS, Kaitlynn Petrik (Kyle) of Phillipsburg, KS, Step grandsons 
Kyle Lagasse (Kim) of Alto, NM, Ty Lagasse of Gaylord, KS; 6 Great 
Grandchildren, Max, Eva, Ila Kingsbury and Adelyn, Braxton, Mia Yoxall.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Frances-Fran-Mary-Stansbury?obId=26436470#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Frances Mary Stansbury was born on June 8th, 1940, in Clarks, NE to 
parents Elmer and Eva Piper. Fran entered into marriage to Jim Stansbury
 on June 9th, 1962, in Formoso, KS.To this marriage, 3 children were born James A. Stansbury, Terry Stansbury and Kristie (Stansbury) Clancy.Fran
 worked as the Bookkeeper for Jim’s S&amp;H Body &amp; Frame and later 
for Jim’s Tire &amp; Alignment. In 1980 Fran went to work in 
Housekeeping at Smith County Memorial Hospital where she worked for 22 
years before retiring.Fran’s hobbies included Camping at Glen Elder, following, and playing with Grandkids and great grandkids.Preceded
 in death by Parents Elmer and Eva piper, Brother Bill Laseur, Sister 
Pat Nickels, Brother Hank Piper. Step grandson Ryan Clancy. 
Brother-in-law Rick Stansbury.Surviving family Husband
 Jim of the home, Son’s James A Stansbury (Pam) of Ponca City, OK, Terry
 Stansbury of Etowah, TN and Daughter Kristie Clancy (Jeremiah) of 
Phillipsburg, KS; Grandchildren Ericka Kingsbury (Jared) of Smith 
Center, KS, Kaitlynn Petrik (Kyle) of Phillipsburg, KS, Step grandsons 
Kyle Lagasse (Kim) of Alto, NM, Ty Lagasse of Gaylord, KS; 6 Great 
Grandchildren, Max, Eva, Ila Kingsbury and Adelyn, Braxton, Mia Yoxall.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Frances-Fran-Mary-Stansbury?obId=26436470#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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