Thomas Francis “Tom” Schippers, age&nbsp;67 of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at his home in Wichita.

Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp;at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, November&nbsp;5, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas

A vigil service and Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday,&nbsp;November 4, 2022,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

Visitation will be from&nbsp;7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

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 </figure>Thomas Francis “Tom” Schippers, age&nbsp;67 of Wichita, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 28, 2022, at his home in Wichita.Mass of Christian Burial will&nbsp;at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, November&nbsp;5, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. &nbsp;Burial will be at Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, KansasA vigil service and Rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday,&nbsp;November 4, 2022,&nbsp;at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.Visitation will be from&nbsp;7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Thomas Francis 'Tom' Schippers

Donna Mae Dickerson, 83, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022. She was 
born on June 30, 1939, in Newton to Donald and Mildred Gilchrist. Donna 
married Robert Dickerson on November 22, 1958, in Newton. They were 
married for 52 years. Donna graduated from Walton High School 
in Walton, KS. She was a home maker all her life. She was a member of 
Penalosa Methodist Church in Penalosa, KS. She enjoyed KU Basketball, 
Kansas City Chiefs and the KC Royals, and spending time with her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom kept her busy and she loved 
every minute of it. She is survived by her son, Mark &amp; 
Cathi Dickerson of Broadway, North Carolina; and daughter, Denise &amp; 
Kenny Applegate of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Natasha, Nathan, 
Megan, Chase, Conner, Tyler, Madison, Olivia and Tara; 8 great 
grandchildren; brother, Larry Gilchrist of Hays, Kansas; and sister, 
Karen Gilchrist of Bel Aire, Kansas. Donna is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Dickerson; and daughter, Debra Ubert. Cremation has taken place and private inurnment will be in Walton, Cemetery, Walton, KS. Memorials may be made to Traditions Hospice of Hutchinson in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donna Mae Dickerson, 83, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022. She was 
born on June 30, 1939, in Newton to Donald and Mildred Gilchrist. Donna 
married Robert Dickerson on November 22, 1958, in Newton. They were 
married for 52 years. Donna graduated from Walton High School 
in Walton, KS. She was a home maker all her life. She was a member of 
Penalosa Methodist Church in Penalosa, KS. She enjoyed KU Basketball, 
Kansas City Chiefs and the KC Royals, and spending time with her 
grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom kept her busy and she loved 
every minute of it. She is survived by her son, Mark &amp; 
Cathi Dickerson of Broadway, North Carolina; and daughter, Denise &amp; 
Kenny Applegate of Hutchinson, KS; grandchildren, Natasha, Nathan, 
Megan, Chase, Conner, Tyler, Madison, Olivia and Tara; 8 great 
grandchildren; brother, Larry Gilchrist of Hays, Kansas; and sister, 
Karen Gilchrist of Bel Aire, Kansas. Donna is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Robert Dickerson; and daughter, Debra Ubert. Cremation has taken place and private inurnment will be in Walton, Cemetery, Walton, KS. Memorials may be made to Traditions Hospice of Hutchinson in care of Larrison Mortuary, 300 Country Club Road, Pratt.&nbsp;

Donna Mae Dickerson

Monday, April 2nd, 1962-Wednesday, October 26th, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

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Brian Kerry Adolph

Richard
 Lee Doyle, age 81, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 24,
 1940, in Hays, Kansas, to Ernest and Zella (McKim) Doyle.

He was a 1958 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, Belle Plaine, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

On August 12, 1962, he married Martha “Marty” Broyles in Webber, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 23, 2016.

Richard
 received his Bachelor’s degree in music from Kansas State University. 
While at KSU, Rich and Marty participated in the Kansas State Marching 
Band, where they met.&nbsp; He went on to receive his Master’s degree in 
Mathematics, also from Kansas State University.

Rich
 served many years working as a fireman for the Railroad and then in the
 MAD department at Cesna. Upon relocating to Concordia, he owned and 
operated his own woodworking shop, where he enjoyed making many unique 
crafts.&nbsp; He was a true craftsman and took great pride in his work.&nbsp; He 
and Marty attended many arts and craft fairs where they would display 
and sell their crafts. Rich also worked for Cloud County Community 
College for many years where he retired in 2006.&nbsp;

His
 hobbies include woodworking, antiquing with his son, Jeff, sitting at 
the beach house with his daughter, Deb, watching Hallmark Christmas 
movies, and attending CCCC Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, and Softball 
games.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp; He 
truly touched so many lives.

Survivors
 include his daughter, Debra Willis (Larry, deceased), Savannah, GA.;&nbsp; 
grandchildren, Amber Doyle (Joey Irsik), Topeka, KS.; Stephanie Downie 
(Derrick), Concordia, KS; Heather Hadenfeldt (Jamie), Cairo, NE.; Seth 
Nonamaker, Beatrice, NE.; Sean Nonamaker (Natalie), Yamhill, OR.; 
Michelle Bombardier (Bryan), Concordia, KS; Maria Morris (Troy), 
Lexington, NC, Craig Willis (Jennifer), Las Vegas, NV.; Shane Willis 
(Gelene), St. George, UT; great grandchildren Lincoln and Clayton; 
brothers Larry Doyle (Linda), OK, Pat Melia, OK.

He
 was preceded in death by his wife, Marty, son, Jeffrey Doyle, parents, 
Ernest and Zella, daughter-in-law, Janette Doyle, son-in-law, Larry 
Willis, and brother, Bob Doyle.

Visitation
 will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2022, with 
family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. all at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.

Funeral
 services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at the 
Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Kibum Kim 
officiating.

Cremation will take place following the funeral service and a private family inurnment will be held at a later time.

Memorial
 Contributions may be given to Cloud County Community College c/o 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. Funds will be
 split between the volleyball, women’s basketball, and softball 
programs.

Online condolences may be sent to www.chaputbuoy.com

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 </figure>Richard
 Lee Doyle, age 81, entered into rest on Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on December 24,
 1940, in Hays, Kansas, to Ernest and Zella (McKim) Doyle.He was a 1958 graduate of Belle Plaine High School, Belle Plaine, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;On August 12, 1962, he married Martha “Marty” Broyles in Webber, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on December 23, 2016.Richard
 received his Bachelor’s degree in music from Kansas State University. 
While at KSU, Rich and Marty participated in the Kansas State Marching 
Band, where they met.&nbsp; He went on to receive his Master’s degree in 
Mathematics, also from Kansas State University.Rich
 served many years working as a fireman for the Railroad and then in the
 MAD department at Cesna. Upon relocating to Concordia, he owned and 
operated his own woodworking shop, where he enjoyed making many unique 
crafts.&nbsp; He was a true craftsman and took great pride in his work.&nbsp; He 
and Marty attended many arts and craft fairs where they would display 
and sell their crafts. Rich also worked for Cloud County Community 
College for many years where he retired in 2006.&nbsp;His
 hobbies include woodworking, antiquing with his son, Jeff, sitting at 
the beach house with his daughter, Deb, watching Hallmark Christmas 
movies, and attending CCCC Volleyball, Women’s Basketball, and Softball 
games.&nbsp; He was a loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa.&nbsp; He 
truly touched so many lives.Survivors
 include his daughter, Debra Willis (Larry, deceased), Savannah, GA.;&nbsp; 
grandchildren, Amber Doyle (Joey Irsik), Topeka, KS.; Stephanie Downie 
(Derrick), Concordia, KS; Heather Hadenfeldt (Jamie), Cairo, NE.; Seth 
Nonamaker, Beatrice, NE.; Sean Nonamaker (Natalie), Yamhill, OR.; 
Michelle Bombardier (Bryan), Concordia, KS; Maria Morris (Troy), 
Lexington, NC, Craig Willis (Jennifer), Las Vegas, NV.; Shane Willis 
(Gelene), St. George, UT; great grandchildren Lincoln and Clayton; 
brothers Larry Doyle (Linda), OK, Pat Melia, OK.He
 was preceded in death by his wife, Marty, son, Jeffrey Doyle, parents, 
Ernest and Zella, daughter-in-law, Janette Doyle, son-in-law, Larry 
Willis, and brother, Bob Doyle.Visitation
 will be from 1:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Monday, October 31, 2022, with 
family receiving friends from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. all at the 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.Funeral
 services will be held 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at the 
Trinity United Methodist Church, Concordia with Rev. Kibum Kim 
officiating.Cremation will take place following the funeral service and a private family inurnment will be held at a later time.Memorial
 Contributions may be given to Cloud County Community College c/o 
Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, PO Box 606, Concordia, KS 66901. Funds will be
 split between the volleyball, women’s basketball, and softball 
programs.Online condolences may be sent to www.chaputbuoy.com

Richard Lee Doyle

Roy A. Wright, age 73, passed away on 
Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the Columbus Community Hospital in 
Columbus, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 31, 1948 , in Logan County,
 Kansas, the son of William Clifford and Margaret Idella Russell Wright.
 A lifetime resident of Scott County, Kansas, Roy was a farmer, 
mechanic, and ranch &amp; feed yard hand.

He was a member of the Pyramid View Church in Logan County, Kansas.

On March 13, 1971, he married Rose M. Wilson in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Survivors include his wife, Rose Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Sara L. Morlan of Scott City, Kansas, Sherry Wright of 
Oklahoma, One Daughter in Law - Kim Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Sisters - Sue &amp; Patric West, and Carolyn &amp; Walter Hundertmark, 
and seven brothers; Dewey &amp; Cora Wright, Dan &amp; Evelyn Wright, 
Wilbur Wright, Marion Wright, Gary &amp; Geneva Wright, and Harold &amp;
 Wanda Wright all of Scott City, Kansas and Galen &amp; Louise Wright of
 Sublette, Kansas, Eight Grandchildren - Heather Wright, Damyan &amp; 
Jalisa Wright, Layton &amp; Shylan Wright &amp; Family, Janee Morlan, 
Jeff Wright, Luke Wright, Mazee Wright, Kooper Wright, Five Great 
Grandchildren - Declan Wright, Jeremiah Wright, Maddie Wright, Jentrie 
Morlan, Barry A. Wright.

He was preceded in death by His parents, Clifford and Idella Wright, 
One Son - Steve A. Wright, Five brothers; Harlan, Cleve, Milton, Elvin, 
and Marvin; Two sisters; Velda Spencer &amp; Della Morgan.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Funeral services will be live streamed at <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com">www.priceandsons.com</a>.

Burial will be in the Pyramid View Cemetery in Logan County, Kansas.

Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers may be written to Roy Wright Memorial 
Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.

Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at the Columbus Community Hospital in 
Columbus, Nebraska.&nbsp; He was born on December 31, 1948 , in Logan County,
 Kansas, the son of William Clifford and Margaret Idella Russell Wright.
 A lifetime resident of Scott County, Kansas, Roy was a farmer, 
mechanic, and ranch &amp; feed yard hand.He was a member of the Pyramid View Church in Logan County, Kansas.On March 13, 1971, he married Rose M. Wilson in Leoti, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Survivors include his wife, Rose Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Daughters - Sara L. Morlan of Scott City, Kansas, Sherry Wright of 
Oklahoma, One Daughter in Law - Kim Wright of Scott City, Kansas, Two 
Sisters - Sue &amp; Patric West, and Carolyn &amp; Walter Hundertmark, 
and seven brothers; Dewey &amp; Cora Wright, Dan &amp; Evelyn Wright, 
Wilbur Wright, Marion Wright, Gary &amp; Geneva Wright, and Harold &amp;
 Wanda Wright all of Scott City, Kansas and Galen &amp; Louise Wright of
 Sublette, Kansas, Eight Grandchildren - Heather Wright, Damyan &amp; 
Jalisa Wright, Layton &amp; Shylan Wright &amp; Family, Janee Morlan, 
Jeff Wright, Luke Wright, Mazee Wright, Kooper Wright, Five Great 
Grandchildren - Declan Wright, Jeremiah Wright, Maddie Wright, Jentrie 
Morlan, Barry A. Wright.He was preceded in death by His parents, Clifford and Idella Wright, 
One Son - Steve A. Wright, Five brothers; Harlan, Cleve, Milton, Elvin, 
and Marvin; Two sisters; Velda Spencer &amp; Della Morgan.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at 2:00 
p.m. at the First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas with Rev. 
Rodney Hopper presiding.&nbsp; Funeral services will be live streamed at <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com">www.priceandsons.com</a>.Burial will be in the Pyramid View Cemetery in Logan County, Kansas.Memorials In Lieu Of Flowers may be written to Roy Wright Memorial 
Fund in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Homes, PO Box 553, Scott City, 
Kansas, 67871.Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Sunday and 10:00 
a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. 
Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

Roy A. Wright

Ronald Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. 
Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 
PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel.

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

A complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel.

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 </figure>Ronald Legleiter, age 77, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, in Overland Park.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. 
Burial will follow in the St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Wednesday 5 PM - 8 
PM and Thursday 9 AM -9:30 AM all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and
 Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined rosary and parish vigil will be at 7 PM on Wednesday at the funeral chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comA complete obituary is pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel.

Ronald Legleiter

Anita Louise Patton, 66, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 21, 2022, at her home in Russell.

Anita grew up in Rice, Ellsworth and Russell counties and graduated 
from Lucas High School in 1973.&nbsp; She earned an associate’s degree in 
accounting from Barton County Community College.&nbsp; Her other studies 
included Emergency Management Technician and was an EMT for many years.&nbsp;
 Anita worked as a cashier at Sunflower Bank in Russell and later in the
 office at Russell County Highway Department for 22 years, retiring in 
June of this year.&nbsp; As well as her full-time employment Anita worked 
part-time jobs including city clerk for the City of Dorrance, clerk for 
Victor Bros. Auction and Reality and for the American Legion of 
Dorrance.&nbsp; 

She was a member of the American Legion Post #334 Auxiliary, 
PYW-EHU, Dorrance 4 Wheelers and the High Rocky Mountain Riders.&nbsp; Anita 
was a dependable helper for many events of the area, enjoying many 
friendships.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time with brothers, 
sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Surviving family include her brothers Allan Patton (Annette Hoover) 
of Chase, Kansas, Dale Patton and wife Dana of Wichita, Kansas and 
Donald Patton and wife Susan of Brookfield, Wisconsin; sisters Janet 
Mathews and husband Philip of Hutchinson, Kansas and Patti Soldan of 
Salina, Kansas and sister in-law Marsha Patton of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Carl Patton.

A memorial service to celebrate Anita’s life will be held at 10:30 
A.M. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to
 service time on Wednesday.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 3 P.M. 
on Wednesday, at the Chase Springdale Cemetery in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; 

In 
lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to the American 
Legion Post #334 Auxiliary and sent in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary who is in charge of the memorial service in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside 
service in Chase, Kansas.

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 </figure>Anita Louise Patton, 66, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, October 21, 2022, at her home in Russell.Anita grew up in Rice, Ellsworth and Russell counties and graduated 
from Lucas High School in 1973.&nbsp; She earned an associate’s degree in 
accounting from Barton County Community College.&nbsp; Her other studies 
included Emergency Management Technician and was an EMT for many years.&nbsp;
 Anita worked as a cashier at Sunflower Bank in Russell and later in the
 office at Russell County Highway Department for 22 years, retiring in 
June of this year.&nbsp; As well as her full-time employment Anita worked 
part-time jobs including city clerk for the City of Dorrance, clerk for 
Victor Bros. Auction and Reality and for the American Legion of 
Dorrance.&nbsp; She was a member of the American Legion Post #334 Auxiliary, 
PYW-EHU, Dorrance 4 Wheelers and the High Rocky Mountain Riders.&nbsp; Anita 
was a dependable helper for many events of the area, enjoying many 
friendships.&nbsp; Most of all she enjoyed spending time with brothers, 
sisters, nieces, nephews and cousins.Surviving family include her brothers Allan Patton (Annette Hoover) 
of Chase, Kansas, Dale Patton and wife Dana of Wichita, Kansas and 
Donald Patton and wife Susan of Brookfield, Wisconsin; sisters Janet 
Mathews and husband Philip of Hutchinson, Kansas and Patti Soldan of 
Salina, Kansas and sister in-law Marsha Patton of Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Carl Patton.A memorial service to celebrate Anita’s life will be held at 10:30 
A.M. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; Family will greet guests from 9:30 A.M. to
 service time on Wednesday.&nbsp; A graveside service will follow at 3 P.M. 
on Wednesday, at the Chase Springdale Cemetery in Chase, Kansas.&nbsp; In 
lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be given to the American 
Legion Post #334 Auxiliary and sent in care of Pohlman-Varner-Peeler 
Mortuary who is in charge of the memorial service in Russell, Kansas.&nbsp; 
Birzer Funeral Home in Lyons, Kansas, is in charge of the graveside 
service in Chase, Kansas.

Anita Louise Patton

William H. Getty, 89, passed away October 23, 2022. 

Domoney Funeral Home PO Box 127, 817 Morgan Ave, Downs, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

William H. Getty, 89, passed away October 23, 2022. Domoney Funeral Home PO Box 127, 817 Morgan Ave, Downs, Kansas, is in charge of arrangements. ​&nbsp;&nbsp;

William H. Getty

Barbara A. George, 89, of Salina, passed away on 
Wednesday October 26, 2022, at Paramount Health Care in Newton, KS.&nbsp; She 
was born March 27, 1933, in Plainville, KS to George (Bud) and Ruth 
Johnson.&nbsp; She married Leon George June 1, 1951, and they celebrated 50 
years of marriage before his death in April 2002. 
Barbara was a very busy homemaker raising their six children and after 
her youngest started school she entered the workforce in 1970 in the 
dietary department at the former Asbury Hospital.&nbsp; Barbara retired in 
1985 and she and Leon spent their retirement years traveling in their 
RV, fishing and camping.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her 
children and their growing families.&nbsp; Barbara was a proud member of 
Daughters of the American Revolution.&nbsp; She was very active the past 20 
years in TOPS and was Leader of her club for several consecutive years. 
She attended the First United Methodist Church and was a faithful 
Meals-on-Wheels volunteer for over 10 years. 
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon; son, Steven; and sisters EveElda Johnson and Georgina Mulkey. 
She is survived by her children Debra (Bob) Klein, Karin (Steve) Ashton,
 Stephanie (Don) Lentz, Shara McMichael and Lonnie George; 16 
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Street, Newton, KS 67411.

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Wednesday October 26, 2022, at Paramount Health Care in Newton, KS.&nbsp; She 
was born March 27, 1933, in Plainville, KS to George (Bud) and Ruth 
Johnson.&nbsp; She married Leon George June 1, 1951, and they celebrated 50 
years of marriage before his death in April 2002. 
Barbara was a very busy homemaker raising their six children and after 
her youngest started school she entered the workforce in 1970 in the 
dietary department at the former Asbury Hospital.&nbsp; Barbara retired in 
1985 and she and Leon spent their retirement years traveling in their 
RV, fishing and camping.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending time with her 
children and their growing families.&nbsp; Barbara was a proud member of 
Daughters of the American Revolution.&nbsp; She was very active the past 20 
years in TOPS and was Leader of her club for several consecutive years. 
She attended the First United Methodist Church and was a faithful 
Meals-on-Wheels volunteer for over 10 years. 
Barbara is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Leon; son, Steven; and sisters EveElda Johnson and Georgina Mulkey. 
She is survived by her children Debra (Bob) Klein, Karin (Steve) Ashton,
 Stephanie (Don) Lentz, Shara McMichael and Lonnie George; 16 
grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. 
A private family Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. 
Memorials may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice, 301 N. Main Street, Newton, KS 67411.

Barbara A. George

Morris Dale Lyon, son of Fay and Ethel Spurrier Lyon, was born 
November 5, 1930, on the family farm north of Athol, Kansas.  He passed 
away Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at SunPorch of Smith County at the age
 of 91.

Dale was baptized June 22, 1958, and was 
confirmed into faith on June 22, 1958, as an adult at Zion Lutheran 
Church, north of Athol, Kansas.  He remained an active member of First 
Saint John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas.  Dale attended rural 
elementary school and graduated Athol High School in May of 1949.

On
 April 5, 1952, Dale married Dolores Bohm at the American Lutheran 
Church in Smith Center, Kansas.  To this union four children were born: 
Linda, Cody, Teresa, and Kelly.  After serving in the United States 
Marine Corps, Dale and Dolores returned to Smith County to farm.  Dale 
was involved with the Farmers Union at the state level for many years.  
Dale was also on the Board of the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging.
  He was a dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and 
enjoyed the many family celebrations at the farm.

Preceding
 him in death were his wife Dolores, brothers Lloyd Sloniker, Dean, 
Arven and sister-in-law Genelda, Eldon, sister Wilma Lewis and 
brother-in-law Kenneth Lewis, brothers-in-law Russell Bridgewater, and 
Paul Eller.  Great grand granddaughters Emma Jo and Cora Jo Hunter.

Survivors
 include daughter Linda and husband Dennis Hommon, son Cody and wife 
Paula Lyon, daughter Teresa and husband Galen Arment, and son Kelly and 
wife Brigette Lyon. Grand children include Tracy (Alicia) Hommon, Tim 
(Stephanie) Hommon, Melissa (Stacey) Colby, Kaid Hommon, Becky (Kent) 
Allard, Anita Lyon, Matt Lyon, Brian (Angela) Arment, Lacy (Matt) 
Teselle, Jesse (Claire) Arment, Brittany (Phillip) Pennington, Taylor 
(Lakin) Lyon.  Great grandchildren:  Clara, Elsie, Ezra, and Maggie 
Hommon, Natasha, and Trenton Colby, Nichalous Arment, Evea and Conley 
Hugunin, Marissa, Camryn Arment, Mason, Dylan, and Charlie Teselle, 
Kenzi and Sawyer Pennington, Sidney and Sara Allard, Olivia, Oaklyn, and
 Otis Lyon. Emmy and Silas Hommon, and Kendyl Arment. Ryder and Everly 
Lyon.  Survivors also include Dale’s sisters Helen Bridgewater, 
California, and Betty Eller, Colorado.  Sister-in-law Roma Lyon, 
Colorado, and a multitude of nieces and nephews and families.

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Morris--Dale--Lyon?obId=26243405#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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November 5, 1930, on the family farm north of Athol, Kansas. He passed 
away Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at SunPorch of Smith County at the age
 of 91.Dale was baptized June 22, 1958, and was 
confirmed into faith on June 22, 1958, as an adult at Zion Lutheran 
Church, north of Athol, Kansas. He remained an active member of First 
Saint John Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas. Dale attended rural 
elementary school and graduated Athol High School in May of 1949.On
 April 5, 1952, Dale married Dolores Bohm at the American Lutheran 
Church in Smith Center, Kansas. To this union four children were born: 
Linda, Cody, Teresa, and Kelly. After serving in the United States 
Marine Corps, Dale and Dolores returned to Smith County to farm. Dale 
was involved with the Farmers Union at the state level for many years. 
Dale was also on the Board of the Northwest Kansas Area Agency on Aging.
 He was a dedicated father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and 
enjoyed the many family celebrations at the farm.Preceding
 him in death were his wife Dolores, brothers Lloyd Sloniker, Dean, 
Arven and sister-in-law Genelda, Eldon, sister Wilma Lewis and 
brother-in-law Kenneth Lewis, brothers-in-law Russell Bridgewater, and 
Paul Eller. Great grand granddaughters Emma Jo and Cora Jo Hunter.Survivors
 include daughter Linda and husband Dennis Hommon, son Cody and wife 
Paula Lyon, daughter Teresa and husband Galen Arment, and son Kelly and 
wife Brigette Lyon. Grand children include Tracy (Alicia) Hommon, Tim 
(Stephanie) Hommon, Melissa (Stacey) Colby, Kaid Hommon, Becky (Kent) 
Allard, Anita Lyon, Matt Lyon, Brian (Angela) Arment, Lacy (Matt) 
Teselle, Jesse (Claire) Arment, Brittany (Phillip) Pennington, Taylor 
(Lakin) Lyon. Great grandchildren: Clara, Elsie, Ezra, and Maggie 
Hommon, Natasha, and Trenton Colby, Nichalous Arment, Evea and Conley 
Hugunin, Marissa, Camryn Arment, Mason, Dylan, and Charlie Teselle, 
Kenzi and Sawyer Pennington, Sidney and Sara Allard, Olivia, Oaklyn, and
 Otis Lyon. Emmy and Silas Hommon, and Kendyl Arment. Ryder and Everly 
Lyon. Survivors also include Dale’s sisters Helen Bridgewater, 
California, and Betty Eller, Colorado. Sister-in-law Roma Lyon, 
Colorado, and a multitude of nieces and nephews and families.Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Morris--Dale--Lyon?obId=26243405#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Morris Dale Lyon

George&nbsp;V.&nbsp;Dinkel, age 73, formerly of Brownell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at his home in Victoria, Kansas.

He was born September 7, 1949, in Hays, Kansas to Victor J. and Juliana M. (Rajewski). &nbsp;He married Velma&nbsp;(Unrein) on January 8, 1972, in Hays, Kansas.

He was a truck driver for National Carriers for over 20 years, and&nbsp;also was a farmer. &nbsp;He was a 1967 graduate of Ellis High School and was&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of Christ The King Catholic Church&nbsp;of WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a veteran of the US Army and&nbsp;moved to Victoria in the spring of this year&nbsp;from Brownell, Kansas.

Survivors include his wife Velma Dinkel, of the home; his children, John Dinkel and Chris Dixon, St. John’s, FL; Erin Rupp and&nbsp;husband Eugene, Victoria, KS; James Dinkel and wife, Annetta, Brownell, KS;&nbsp;his sisters, Judy Augustine and husband, Jeff, Hays, KS; Denice Fuller and husband, Mike, Concordia, KS; his grandchildren, Jacob Dinkel; Tyler Dinkel; Ethan Rupp; Emma Rae Rupp; his step grandchildren, Morgan Dixon; Bailee Dixon; Jacob Dixon; Andrew Rupp; Hillary Rupp; Amanda (Rex) Rhorer; Rondi Dysinger; Richie (Ashley) Dysinger; his step great grandchildren, Adalynn Rhorer; Jase Rhorer; and Mia Dysinger.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas with Military Honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post&nbsp;No.&nbsp;1751.

A vigil service and rosary will be&nbsp;at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main &nbsp;Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria.

The family suggests memorials payable to the organization: Boys Town or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of the mortuary.

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;

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 </figure>George&nbsp;V.&nbsp;Dinkel, age 73, formerly of Brownell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, at his home in Victoria, Kansas.He was born September 7, 1949, in Hays, Kansas to Victor J. and Juliana M. (Rajewski). &nbsp;He married Velma&nbsp;(Unrein) on January 8, 1972, in Hays, Kansas.He was a truck driver for National Carriers for over 20 years, and&nbsp;also was a farmer. &nbsp;He was a 1967 graduate of Ellis High School and was&nbsp;a&nbsp;member of Christ The King Catholic Church&nbsp;of WaKeeney, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;He was a veteran of the US Army and&nbsp;moved to Victoria in the spring of this year&nbsp;from Brownell, Kansas.Survivors include his wife Velma Dinkel, of the home; his children, John Dinkel and Chris Dixon, St. John’s, FL; Erin Rupp and&nbsp;husband Eugene, Victoria, KS; James Dinkel and wife, Annetta, Brownell, KS;&nbsp;his sisters, Judy Augustine and husband, Jeff, Hays, KS; Denice Fuller and husband, Mike, Concordia, KS; his grandchildren, Jacob Dinkel; Tyler Dinkel; Ethan Rupp; Emma Rae Rupp; his step grandchildren, Morgan Dixon; Bailee Dixon; Jacob Dixon; Andrew Rupp; Hillary Rupp; Amanda (Rex) Rhorer; Rondi Dysinger; Richie (Ashley) Dysinger; his step great grandchildren, Adalynn Rhorer; Jase Rhorer; and Mia Dysinger.He was preceded in death by his parents.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will be in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, Kansas with Military Honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post&nbsp;No.&nbsp;1751.A vigil service and rosary will be&nbsp;at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main &nbsp;Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, at the Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria.The family suggests memorials payable to the organization: Boys Town or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of the mortuary.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net">clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net</a>&nbsp;or can be left at guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>&nbsp;

George V. Dinkel

James Wayne Richardson, 84, passed away on October 26, 2022, at his 
home in Great Bend, Kan. He was born on August 30, 1938, in Stafford, 
Kan., to Everett and Irene (Bates) Richardson. On October 09, 1960, he 
married Carolyn Allison in Stafford, Kan. She survives.

Coming from Colorado Springs, Colo., James was a Great Bend resident 
for the past 7 years. He was a man of great faith – being a member of 
many churches during his time in Colorado, including Security Christian 
and United Methodist Church – and spread that faith through his work in 
different church leadership roles through the years as well as doing 
outreach and prison ministry through Kairos for over 20 years. James was
 also a life-long racer, having been part of the start of the SRCA 
dragstrip and its maintenance, enjoying circle track racing, and racing 
at Pikes Peak Hill Climb. He was also a dedicated Boy Scout in his 
childhood, later serving as a Boy Scout leader for some of his sons.

Survivors include his wife of the home; three sons, J.D. Richardson 
of Great Bend, Kan., Bradley (Sandra) Richardson of Peyton, Colo., and 
Marc Richardson of Great Bend, Kan.; five grandchildren, Heather Werner,
 Savannah Richardson, Devian McDowell, Dorian McDowell, and Darisha 
McDowell; and four great-grandchildren, Brittany and Gage Werner, and 
Mia and Dominic McDowell. He was preceded in death by his parents and a 
sister, Bonnie Gittins.

Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 
November 1, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving guests 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 10:00 
a.m. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at Encounter Church, with Pastor 
Jake Newman presiding. Interment will follow at Stafford Cemetery. 


Memorials have been designated to the Stafford County Museum, SRCA 
Dragstrip, or Kairos Prison Ministry, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>James Wayne Richardson, 84, passed away on October 26, 2022, at his 
home in Great Bend, Kan. He was born on August 30, 1938, in Stafford, 
Kan., to Everett and Irene (Bates) Richardson. On October 09, 1960, he 
married Carolyn Allison in Stafford, Kan. She survives.Coming from Colorado Springs, Colo., James was a Great Bend resident 
for the past 7 years. He was a man of great faith – being a member of 
many churches during his time in Colorado, including Security Christian 
and United Methodist Church – and spread that faith through his work in 
different church leadership roles through the years as well as doing 
outreach and prison ministry through Kairos for over 20 years. James was
 also a life-long racer, having been part of the start of the SRCA 
dragstrip and its maintenance, enjoying circle track racing, and racing 
at Pikes Peak Hill Climb. He was also a dedicated Boy Scout in his 
childhood, later serving as a Boy Scout leader for some of his sons.Survivors include his wife of the home; three sons, J.D. Richardson 
of Great Bend, Kan., Bradley (Sandra) Richardson of Peyton, Colo., and 
Marc Richardson of Great Bend, Kan.; five grandchildren, Heather Werner,
 Savannah Richardson, Devian McDowell, Dorian McDowell, and Darisha 
McDowell; and four great-grandchildren, Brittany and Gage Werner, and 
Mia and Dominic McDowell. He was preceded in death by his parents and a 
sister, Bonnie Gittins.Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, 
November 1, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family receiving guests 
from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will take place at 10:00 
a.m. on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at Encounter Church, with Pastor 
Jake Newman presiding. Interment will follow at Stafford Cemetery. 
Memorials have been designated to the Stafford County Museum, SRCA 
Dragstrip, or Kairos Prison Ministry, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

James Wayne Richardson

David Betzen, 78, retired computer programmer and co-owner of Ann's Fashions, died Tuesday, October 25, 2022. 

Rosary will be at 6:30 pm, Sunday, October 30, 2022. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Monday, October 31, 2022, both at Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church. 

Preceded in death by his parents, Leo Betzen and Rosina Staab; brother, Alan Staab. 

Survived by his wife, Glenda Betzen; daughter, Lisa Reiter; sons, Curtis (Amely) Betzen, John (Shelley) Betzen; 7 grandchildren; brother, Wayne Staab; sister, Sheryl (Jon) Markwell. 

A memorial has been established with Alzheimer's Association, Central &amp; Western Kansas, 1820 E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67214. Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.&nbsp;

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 </figure>David Betzen, 78, retired computer programmer and co-owner of Ann's Fashions, died Tuesday, October 25, 2022. Rosary will be at 6:30 pm, Sunday, October 30, 2022. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Monday, October 31, 2022, both at Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church. Preceded in death by his parents, Leo Betzen and Rosina Staab; brother, Alan Staab. Survived by his wife, Glenda Betzen; daughter, Lisa Reiter; sons, Curtis (Amely) Betzen, John (Shelley) Betzen; 7 grandchildren; brother, Wayne Staab; sister, Sheryl (Jon) Markwell. A memorial has been established with Alzheimer's Association, Central &amp; Western Kansas, 1820 E. Douglas Ave., Wichita, KS 67214. Services in care of Downing &amp; Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.&nbsp;

David Betzen

Billie Jo Breit, age 79, of Pfeifer, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital - Russell.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at 10 AM at Holy Cross Catholic Church - Pfeifer, Kansas - Inurnment will follow the services in the parish cemetery.

Memorial Visitation will be Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 6 PM to 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 AM to service time at the church on Monday.

A complete obituary is pending and will be published by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.

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

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 </figure>Billie Jo Breit, age 79, of Pfeifer, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital - Russell.Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at 10 AM at Holy Cross Catholic Church - Pfeifer, Kansas - Inurnment will follow the services in the parish cemetery.Memorial Visitation will be Sunday, October 30, 2022 from 6 PM to 8 PM with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601 and from 9 AM to service time at the church on Monday.A complete obituary is pending and will be published by Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory.Condolences may be left by guest book at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>

Billie Jo Breit

Alfred Heustis, 77, died October 25, 2022, at his home in rural 
Russell, Kansas. He was born June 22, 1945, in Tampa, Florida, the son 
of Alfred W. Heustis Sr. and Clyde (Ward) Heustis.&nbsp; Al graduated from 
Plant High School in Tampa, Florida and then served in the United States
 Army during the Vietnam War.

On December 23, 1965, he married Rose Harrell at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Together they raised five children.

Al worked for 23 years for the Hensel Phelps Construction Company in 
Greeley, Colorado. In 2009 he retired and moved to Kansas. He was a 
member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rose Heustis of the home; 
five children, Irene Moore of Omaha, Nebraska, Tonya Schneck of Lebanon,
 Pennsylvania, Alfred Heustis III of Russell, Phillip Heustis of 
Winchester, Virginia, and Christopher Heustis of Warrenton, Virginia; 14
 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

Services will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at St. Ann’s Catholic 
Church, Olmitz, Kansas, with family to greet friends at the church at 
1:00 p.m., and Rosary to follow at 1:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial 
will begin at 2 p.m., celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP. Burial will 
follow in St. Ann Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Altar Society, 
in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

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 </figure>Alfred Heustis, 77, died October 25, 2022, at his home in rural 
Russell, Kansas. He was born June 22, 1945, in Tampa, Florida, the son 
of Alfred W. Heustis Sr. and Clyde (Ward) Heustis.&nbsp; Al graduated from 
Plant High School in Tampa, Florida and then served in the United States
 Army during the Vietnam War.On December 23, 1965, he married Rose Harrell at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Together they raised five children.Al worked for 23 years for the Hensel Phelps Construction Company in 
Greeley, Colorado. In 2009 he retired and moved to Kansas. He was a 
member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Rose Heustis of the home; 
five children, Irene Moore of Omaha, Nebraska, Tonya Schneck of Lebanon,
 Pennsylvania, Alfred Heustis III of Russell, Phillip Heustis of 
Winchester, Virginia, and Christopher Heustis of Warrenton, Virginia; 14
 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.Services will be Monday, October 31, 2022, at St. Ann’s Catholic 
Church, Olmitz, Kansas, with family to greet friends at the church at 
1:00 p.m., and Rosary to follow at 1:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial 
will begin at 2 p.m., celebrated by Father Anselm Eke, MSP. Burial will 
follow in St. Ann Cemetery.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Altar Society, 
in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 
67544.

Alfred Heustis

Logan resident Robert Becker passed away Oct. 25 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS at the age of 86.

He was born on November 14, 1935, near Logan, the son of Rodney and Mary (Jaenicke) Becker.&nbsp;

Survivors include his son Gary Becker and wife Sandy of Logan, 
daughters Becky Torres and husband Scott of Minneapolis, Laquita Becker 
of Hays, and sister-in-law Darlene Becker of Logan; 7 grandchildren; and
 14 great grandchildren.

Robert was preceded in death by his wife Mary, parents Rodney and Lucille, brothers, Jerome, Paul, Ronald, and Cliff Becker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 
10:00 a.m. in the St. John Catholic Church, Logan, with Father John 
Schmeidler and Father Daryl Olmstead officiating.&nbsp; The services will be 
streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.&nbsp; 
Following the service, Robert will be laid to rest in the Pleasant View 
Cemetery, Logan, with military honors.

Robert will lie in-state 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, and 12:00 
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. in the Logan
 Funeral Home, Logan.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hays Dialysis Center or the Logan Fire Department.

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 </figure>Logan resident Robert Becker passed away Oct. 25 at the Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, KS at the age of 86.He was born on November 14, 1935, near Logan, the son of Rodney and Mary (Jaenicke) Becker.&nbsp;Survivors include his son Gary Becker and wife Sandy of Logan, 
daughters Becky Torres and husband Scott of Minneapolis, Laquita Becker 
of Hays, and sister-in-law Darlene Becker of Logan; 7 grandchildren; and
 14 great grandchildren.Robert was preceded in death by his wife Mary, parents Rodney and Lucille, brothers, Jerome, Paul, Ronald, and Cliff Becker.Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 
10:00 a.m. in the St. John Catholic Church, Logan, with Father John 
Schmeidler and Father Daryl Olmstead officiating.&nbsp; The services will be 
streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel FaceBook page.&nbsp; 
Following the service, Robert will be laid to rest in the Pleasant View 
Cemetery, Logan, with military honors.Robert will lie in-state 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, and 12:00 
p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Friday with a Rosary Service at 7:00 p.m. in the Logan
 Funeral Home, Logan.Memorial contributions may be made to the Hays Dialysis Center or the Logan Fire Department.

Robert Valentine Becker

Jimmy Lee Smith (known to most as Smitty) departed this life on October 
12th. 2022. The last few months of his life he had been living at The 
Soldier's Home at Fort Dodge. 
Jimmy was born May 8th, 1947, in Oakley, Logan County, Kansas. His parents
 were John Author Smith and Mary Marvel Nancy Bloom. Jimmy had no 
siblings and he never married. 
He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1968, serving 14 months in Korea with the 122nd Signal Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. 
In 1974, he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from Kansas 
state University (a dual major in painting and printmaking). Most of 
his life was involved with the production of Commercial and Graphic Art.
 In 1971, he started his own business in Oakley, painting signs and 
lettering truck doors, decorating race cars, silk screen painting 
T-shirts, hats, decals, real estate signs, designing logos for 
businesses; and spray painting custom automobiles and motorcycles. 
His lifelong hobby was music and at one time he had a dance band. There 
will be a graveside service held on Friday, Nov. 4th, 2022, at 10:30 am in
 the Oakley City Cemetery with Pastor Kyle Bloom, a second cousin of 
Jimmy's, officiating. His ashes will be buried beside his parents. If 
any wish to give a memorial the family suggests a gift to the VFW in 
Oakley, KS. It can be mailed to, VFW , P.O.Box 128, Oakley, KS. 67748 
There will be an opportunity in the services to share a favorite memory of Jimmy for those that wish to.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Jimmy Lee Smith (known to most as Smitty) departed this life on October 
12th. 2022. The last few months of his life he had been living at The 
Soldier's Home at Fort Dodge. 
Jimmy was born May 8th, 1947, in Oakley, Logan County, Kansas. His parents
 were John Author Smith and Mary Marvel Nancy Bloom. Jimmy had no 
siblings and he never married. 
He was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1968, serving 14 months in Korea with the 122nd Signal Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division. 
In 1974, he received a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from Kansas 
state University (a dual major in painting and printmaking). Most of 
his life was involved with the production of Commercial and Graphic Art.
 In 1971, he started his own business in Oakley, painting signs and 
lettering truck doors, decorating race cars, silk screen painting 
T-shirts, hats, decals, real estate signs, designing logos for 
businesses; and spray painting custom automobiles and motorcycles. 
His lifelong hobby was music and at one time he had a dance band. There 
will be a graveside service held on Friday, Nov. 4th, 2022, at 10:30 am in
 the Oakley City Cemetery with Pastor Kyle Bloom, a second cousin of 
Jimmy's, officiating. His ashes will be buried beside his parents. If 
any wish to give a memorial the family suggests a gift to the VFW in 
Oakley, KS. It can be mailed to, VFW , P.O.Box 128, Oakley, KS. 67748 
There will be an opportunity in the services to share a favorite memory of Jimmy for those that wish to.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Jimmy Lee 'Smitty' Smith

Ruth Ann Hickok, 95, of Ulysses, Ks went to be with her Lord and Savior 
Jesus Christ on Monday, October 24th, 2022, at Western Prairie Senior 
Living in Ulysses. 
She was born on October 9th, 1927, in Logan, Kansas, to Thomas Lloyd and 
Wilma Frances (Clark) Reese. Ruth Ann spent her first years in Logan, Ks
 where she attended Logan Grade School and graduated from Logan High 
School. After graduation, she attended Colorado Women’s College and 
Colorado University. While in college she met the love of her life, Don.
 She married Donald Ulysses Hickok on June 14th, 1948 at the First 
Christian Church in Logan, Ks. They moved to Ulysses right after getting
 married. She taught 2nd and 3rd grade at Ulysses Grade School from 1951
 to 1958. She and Don owned and operated the local Gamble’s store later 
called Hickok Home Center where she met and helped many people in 
Ulysses and the surrounding communities for 34 years until they closed 
in 1992. During their time running the store, they had many opportunities
 to travel the world, through the companies they worked with. She 
collected many treasures from their trips. 
Ruth Ann was a loving wife, mom, grammy, aunt, and friend to many. She 
enjoyed growing and caring for her roses and sharing beautiful 
arrangements she made with others. She loved her family dearly, enjoying
 their company, and loved taking lots of pictures, putting them in 
albums to document the many wonderful moments. She also enjoyed 
knitting, cross stitch, puzzles, and playing games with family and 
friends. She and Don spent many summers at their cabin in Cuchara, Co, 
where she enjoyed taking walks and watching the hummingbirds. Ruth Ann 
was a member of the First United Methodist Church, United Methodist 
Women, United Methodist Choir and Bells, Eastern Star, American Legion 
Auxiliary, PEO, Jr. Civic, Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Book 
&amp; Music Club, various bridge clubs, and her special UNO club. 
Ruth Ann is survived by her loving Husband of 74 years, Don; Daughter, 
Susan Goulding and husband John of Prairie Village, Ks; Son, Bill Hickok
 and wife Bobbi Jo of Ulysses, Ks. Grandchildren, Alisha Hickok of 
Wichita Ks; Nolan Hickok and wife Jamie of Wichita, Ks; Lauren Carolan 
of Prairie Village, Ks; Spencer Goulding of Murphy, Or; Joshua Hickok of
 Ulysses, Ks, Kyle Hickok and fiancée Cassidy of Ulysses, Ks; Reese 
Goulding of Oklahoma City, Ok; Brooke Perez and husband Tanner of 
Ulysses, Ks. Great-Grandchildren Emma Carolan and Brecklyn Perez; and 
numerous special nieces and nephews. 
Ruth Ann is preceded in death by her Parents; Sister, Norma Bush; and Grandson, Johnny Goulding. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday October 29th, 2022, at the
 First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn 
officiating. Graveside service will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. 
Visitation will be from 2:00-8:00 pm with the family present 6:00-8:00 
pm on Friday October 28th, 2022, at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses.


Memorial contributions may be given to the First United Methodist Church
 or Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in care of Garnand Funeral 
Home, 405 W. Grant Ave. Ulysses, Ks 67880. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnardfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Ruth Ann Hickok, 95, of Ulysses, Ks went to be with her Lord and Savior 
Jesus Christ on Monday, October 24th, 2022, at Western Prairie Senior 
Living in Ulysses. 
She was born on October 9th, 1927, in Logan, Kansas, to Thomas Lloyd and 
Wilma Frances (Clark) Reese. Ruth Ann spent her first years in Logan, Ks
 where she attended Logan Grade School and graduated from Logan High 
School. After graduation, she attended Colorado Women’s College and 
Colorado University. While in college she met the love of her life, Don.
 She married Donald Ulysses Hickok on June 14th, 1948 at the First 
Christian Church in Logan, Ks. They moved to Ulysses right after getting
 married. She taught 2nd and 3rd grade at Ulysses Grade School from 1951
 to 1958. She and Don owned and operated the local Gamble’s store later 
called Hickok Home Center where she met and helped many people in 
Ulysses and the surrounding communities for 34 years until they closed 
in 1992. During their time running the store, they had many opportunities
 to travel the world, through the companies they worked with. She 
collected many treasures from their trips. 
Ruth Ann was a loving wife, mom, grammy, aunt, and friend to many. She 
enjoyed growing and caring for her roses and sharing beautiful 
arrangements she made with others. She loved her family dearly, enjoying
 their company, and loved taking lots of pictures, putting them in 
albums to document the many wonderful moments. She also enjoyed 
knitting, cross stitch, puzzles, and playing games with family and 
friends. She and Don spent many summers at their cabin in Cuchara, Co, 
where she enjoyed taking walks and watching the hummingbirds. Ruth Ann 
was a member of the First United Methodist Church, United Methodist 
Women, United Methodist Choir and Bells, Eastern Star, American Legion 
Auxiliary, PEO, Jr. Civic, Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Book 
&amp; Music Club, various bridge clubs, and her special UNO club. 
Ruth Ann is survived by her loving Husband of 74 years, Don; Daughter, 
Susan Goulding and husband John of Prairie Village, Ks; Son, Bill Hickok
 and wife Bobbi Jo of Ulysses, Ks. Grandchildren, Alisha Hickok of 
Wichita Ks; Nolan Hickok and wife Jamie of Wichita, Ks; Lauren Carolan 
of Prairie Village, Ks; Spencer Goulding of Murphy, Or; Joshua Hickok of
 Ulysses, Ks, Kyle Hickok and fiancée Cassidy of Ulysses, Ks; Reese 
Goulding of Oklahoma City, Ok; Brooke Perez and husband Tanner of 
Ulysses, Ks. Great-Grandchildren Emma Carolan and Brecklyn Perez; and 
numerous special nieces and nephews. 
Ruth Ann is preceded in death by her Parents; Sister, Norma Bush; and Grandson, Johnny Goulding. 
Funeral Service will be at 2:00 pm on Saturday October 29th, 2022, at the
 First United Methodist Church in Ulysses with Reverend Todd Guinn 
officiating. Graveside service will follow at the Ulysses Cemetery. 
Visitation will be from 2:00-8:00 pm with the family present 6:00-8:00 
pm on Friday October 28th, 2022, at Garnand Funeral Home in Ulysses. 
Memorial contributions may be given to the First United Methodist Church
 or Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital Auxiliary in care of Garnand Funeral 
Home, 405 W. Grant Ave. Ulysses, Ks 67880. Condolences may be posted at 
www.garnardfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Ruth Ann Hickok

Longtime resident Dolores (Peter) Elliott, 94 passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Topside Manor in Goodland.

Dolores was born September 19, 1928, in Rural Sherman County, Kansas 
to Jacob and Anna (Zimbelman) Peter.&nbsp; She was one of 13 children. She 
grew up around the Goodland area and graduated from Sherman County High 
School in 1946.&nbsp;

On June 23, 1951, she married Henry “Hank” Elliott in Clarksville, TN. They had one daughter, Susan.

Hank and Dolores made their home in Goodland. Dolores worked as a bookkeeper for 35 years, retiring in 1991.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Hank, her 
brothers Phillip, Edwin, Harold “Pete”, Armen and Larry, and sisters 
Ida, Vera, Clara, Elizabeth (Betty), Esther, Thelma and Loretta.

She is survived by her daughter Susan (Alan) Stasser of Kingfisher, 
OK, 4 sisters-in-law Bernice Peter, Finger, TN, Betty Wright of 
Goodland, Esther Elliott and Eleanor Elliott of Edson, KS. She is 
survived by 4 granddaughters; Talia Stasser of Curtis, NE, Autumn and 
Lisha Stasser of Kingfisher, OK, and Lindsey (Norman) Imes of 
Kingfisher, OK, and 5 great grandsons; Kolin and Tyce Pate of Curtis, 
NE, Jaxxyn Stasser, Liam and Cole Henry Imes all of Kingfisher, OK.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Dolores-Elliott">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Longtime resident Dolores (Peter) Elliott, 94 passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at Topside Manor in Goodland.Dolores was born September 19, 1928, in Rural Sherman County, Kansas 
to Jacob and Anna (Zimbelman) Peter.&nbsp; She was one of 13 children. She 
grew up around the Goodland area and graduated from Sherman County High 
School in 1946.&nbsp;On June 23, 1951, she married Henry “Hank” Elliott in Clarksville, TN. They had one daughter, Susan.Hank and Dolores made their home in Goodland. Dolores worked as a bookkeeper for 35 years, retiring in 1991.Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Hank, her 
brothers Phillip, Edwin, Harold “Pete”, Armen and Larry, and sisters 
Ida, Vera, Clara, Elizabeth (Betty), Esther, Thelma and Loretta.She is survived by her daughter Susan (Alan) Stasser of Kingfisher, 
OK, 4 sisters-in-law Bernice Peter, Finger, TN, Betty Wright of 
Goodland, Esther Elliott and Eleanor Elliott of Edson, KS. She is 
survived by 4 granddaughters; Talia Stasser of Curtis, NE, Autumn and 
Lisha Stasser of Kingfisher, OK, and Lindsey (Norman) Imes of 
Kingfisher, OK, and 5 great grandsons; Kolin and Tyce Pate of Curtis, 
NE, Jaxxyn Stasser, Liam and Cole Henry Imes all of Kingfisher, OK.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Dolores-Elliott">HERE</a> for service details.

Dolores Jean (Peter) Elliott

Phillipsburg resident David O. Baumgartner was born on January 17, 
1950, in Russell, KS and passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the 
Kansas Soldiers’ Home at Fort Dodge, KS.&nbsp; He was 72.

Survivors include his wife Jackie of Phillipsburg; son James 
Baumgartner and wife Amber of Las Vegas, NV; daughters Mandra Imm of 
Phillipsburg and Meg Rau and husband Jeff of Long Beach, CA; brothers 
Tony Clements and Wes Clements of Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren; and 1 
great grandchild.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, in the 
First Lutheran Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastors Dave Hutson and Joel 
Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100055272974764">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;
 Burial with Military Honors by the United States Navy will take place 
following the service at 2:00 p.m. in the Plainville Cemetery, 
Plainville, KS.

Mr. Baumgartner will lie in state from Noon until 9:00 p.m. 
Wednesday, and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday with the family receiving
 friends Thursday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. for visitation at the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association or First Lutheran Church.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661 is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident David O. Baumgartner was born on January 17, 
1950, in Russell, KS and passed away on Monday, October 24, 2022, at the 
Kansas Soldiers’ Home at Fort Dodge, KS.&nbsp; He was 72.Survivors include his wife Jackie of Phillipsburg; son James 
Baumgartner and wife Amber of Las Vegas, NV; daughters Mandra Imm of 
Phillipsburg and Meg Rau and husband Jeff of Long Beach, CA; brothers 
Tony Clements and Wes Clements of Denver, CO; 10 grandchildren; and 1 
great grandchild.Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, in the 
First Lutheran Church, Phillipsburg, with Pastors Dave Hutson and Joel 
Hiesterman officiating.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100055272974764">The services will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page</a>.&nbsp;
 Burial with Military Honors by the United States Navy will take place 
following the service at 2:00 p.m. in the Plainville Cemetery, 
Plainville, KS.Mr. Baumgartner will lie in state from Noon until 9:00 p.m. 
Wednesday, and 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Thursday with the family receiving
 friends Thursday from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. for visitation at the 
Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg.Memorial contributions may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association or First Lutheran Church.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661 is in charge of arrangements.

David O. Baumgartner

August 11, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 24, 2022

An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Gloria-Ann--Heikes?obId=26237569#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>August 11, 1935
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 October 24, 2022An obituary is pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.stinemetzfh.com/obituaries/Gloria-Ann--Heikes?obId=26237569#/obituaryInfo">HERE</a> for service details.

Gloria Ann Heikes

Larry M. Cox, 63, of Ellis, passed away on Saturday evening, Oct. 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. Larry was born to Verle and Dorothy (Dechant) Cox on May 5, 1959. He grew up in Grainfield and graduated from Wheatland High School with the Class of 1977. He married his high school sweetheart, Lisa Kinderknecht on Oct. 16, 1982, in Park, Kan. To this union, they were blessed with two children.

After high school, Larry worked with a construction crew burying telephone cables. He moved back home to get married and began work at Wolf Memorial Co. in Ellis, fabricating and setting monuments.

As a hobby, he did wood crafts. Later he took a job with The Reactor, Inc. out of Quinter. While traveling the highways with this mobile reactor unit, mixing liquid fertilizer, he enjoyed seeing new sites, making many friends and trying all of the local’s favorite cafés and restaurants. In a roundabout way, he created his own version of "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives"; one of his favorite shows. When the kids would ask for directions to a destination, he would most often have a “shortcut” route. Larry was very proud to be a volunteer on the City of Ellis Fire Department for 26 years.

He was very proud of his children and enjoyed supporting them in their activities and adventures. He attended all of Emily’s vocal and band concerts and was Ethan’s pit crew chief at the go-kart races. His greatest joy was being a grandpa to his three grandchildren. There was always time for piggyback rides, putting puzzles together, playing outside in the dirt, or baking a sweet treat in the kitchen. And always in his pocket, a candy reward for a high five.

Larry is survived by his wife Lisa of the home; daughter, Emily Mattheyer and husband Jordan; son, Ethan Cox and wife Britny; grandchildren Mason and Ava Mattheyer and Mallory Cox, all of Ellis; brother Terry Cox and Mary Tuttle of Park, Kan.; sister DeeAnn Seelbach and husband Richard of Topeka; niece, Randee and nephews, Tyler, Dwayne, and DeeJay; mother-in-law, Virginia Kinderknecht; extended family and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, father-in-law, Robert Kinderknecht, and nephew, Lloyd Tuttle.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow the service in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m.  Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at St. Mary’s Church in Ellis. A combined Rosary and Parish Vigil service will be at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made to St. Mary’s School or Sheridan County Benefit Walk, or to be used according to the wishes of the family.

Condolences for the family may be left by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666714033240.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Larry M. Cox, 63, of Ellis, passed away on Saturday evening, Oct. 22, 2022, at Hays Medical Center. Larry was born to Verle and Dorothy (Dechant) Cox on May 5, 1959. He grew up in Grainfield and graduated from Wheatland High School with the Class of 1977. He married his high school sweetheart, Lisa Kinderknecht on Oct. 16, 1982, in Park, Kan. To this union, they were blessed with two children.After high school, Larry worked with a construction crew burying telephone cables. He moved back home to get married and began work at Wolf Memorial Co. in Ellis, fabricating and setting monuments.As a hobby, he did wood crafts. Later he took a job with The Reactor, Inc. out of Quinter. While traveling the highways with this mobile reactor unit, mixing liquid fertilizer, he enjoyed seeing new sites, making many friends and trying all of the local’s favorite cafés and restaurants. In a roundabout way, he created his own version of "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives"; one of his favorite shows. When the kids would ask for directions to a destination, he would most often have a “shortcut” route. Larry was very proud to be a volunteer on the City of Ellis Fire Department for 26 years.He was very proud of his children and enjoyed supporting them in their activities and adventures. He attended all of Emily’s vocal and band concerts and was Ethan’s pit crew chief at the go-kart races. His greatest joy was being a grandpa to his three grandchildren. There was always time for piggyback rides, putting puzzles together, playing outside in the dirt, or baking a sweet treat in the kitchen. And always in his pocket, a candy reward for a high five.Larry is survived by his wife Lisa of the home; daughter, Emily Mattheyer and husband Jordan; son, Ethan Cox and wife Britny; grandchildren Mason and Ava Mattheyer and Mallory Cox, all of Ellis; brother Terry Cox and Mary Tuttle of Park, Kan.; sister DeeAnn Seelbach and husband Richard of Topeka; niece, Randee and nephews, Tyler, Dwayne, and DeeJay; mother-in-law, Virginia Kinderknecht; extended family and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, grandparents, father-in-law, Robert Kinderknecht, and nephew, Lloyd Tuttle.Larry will be missed by many.A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 28, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will follow the service in St. Mary’s Cemetery.Visitation will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27, 2022, at St. Mary’s Church in Ellis. A combined Rosary and Parish Vigil service will be at 7 p.m.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials made to St. Mary’s School or Sheridan County Benefit Walk, or to be used according to the wishes of the family.Condolences for the family may be left by visiting <a href="http://www.schmittfuneral.com">www.schmittfuneral.com</a>

Larry Cox

Mary Catherine Malek was born on Nov. 6, 1925, to Marguerite 
(Carl) and Valentine Malek at Cawker City. She left this life 
peacefully in Russell, on Sept. 14, 2022, at the age of 96. 

Mary 
grew up in the Malek bakery run by her parents along with her siblings, 
sister Louise and brothers Carl, Leo and Ted. She received her 
education at St. Theresa Academy and Cawker City High School. 

Her 
father, Valentine, died in November 1942. Mary and her mother moved to 
California to be near their family. She graduated with the Class of 
1943 at Pomona Valley High School. Mary returned to Kansas and with 
close friends from high school ventured into the working world in Iowa. 


On one bus ride from Kansas to Madison, Iowa, she met Nolan Lucas.&nbsp; True 
love prevailed and they were married on May 14, 1946, in Peoria, 
Ill.&nbsp; They resided in St. Joseph, Mo., for several years then moved 
to Kansas City, Kan. 

Near their retirement years, they moved to Mission,
 Kan. They were blessed to be married 44 years. They received the 
Blessed Sacrament of Matrimony in the Catholic Church on Sept. 7, 
1986.

They enjoyed visiting family and traveling throughout the world. 
Beaches were her favorite. Nolan died in 1990 of cancer.&nbsp; Mary went on 
to meeting another companion in her life and she and Dudley Potter 
enjoyed traveling, camping and friends for 29 years. When Mary’s health
 began failing, she moved to Russell to be near her niece Carleen. She 
was able to enjoy several trips to her hometown of Cawker City.

Mary spent most of her career working at Midwest Research Institute. 
It was a high-security research facility for the government. She was 
printing department manager and retired with over 30 years.

She enjoyed 
many close friendships with fellow workers and continued to stay in 
touch with them well after retirement. She was a loyal friend to many.&nbsp;
 Mary enjoyed sports especially football as she always said she grew up 
watching her brothers play football.

Until arthritis took a toll on her 
fingers, she was an avid crochet fan. She enjoyed reading – always a 
book in her hand, listening to music and spending time by the pool. And
 could she shop – loved to shop and for many years she could outwalk her
 nieces at the malls. And she always had her lipstick on.

One of the 
most important tasks in her life was having her hair done weekly.&nbsp; She 
was blessed to have the same hairdresser, Debbie, for over 40 years.&nbsp; 
Even in her last days of illness, her question would be “What about my 
hair?” And of course, no one could replace Debbie.

Mary loved her family dearly and family times together.

Even though no children were born to Nolan and her, they dearly loved
 the Malek and Lucas nieces, nephews and their families. Mary had three generations of great-nieces and nephews. &nbsp;Mary had many happy memories 
of the Lucas family and Macon County, Mo., where Nolan was raised.&nbsp; Mary 
spent many vacations in California to see her siblings and their 
children. &nbsp;Mary also enjoyed a close relationship with many Carl 
cousins. Growing up, they spent Sundays together when the large 
families would meet for Sunday dinner and fun. Throughout the years, 
she would meet and correspond with her cousins. Sadly, just a few 
remain, but she still tried to keep in touch with Jo Hadley and Loretta 
Brand along with cousin-in-law Mary (Mike) Baier.

Mary is preceded in death by her husband Nolan, parents, Maggie and 
Val Malek, siblings Louise (Andy-deceased) Anderson, Carl, Bub and Ted 
Malek. Also nieces and nephews, &nbsp;Eddie and Ricky (Laura) Malek, Peggy 
(Leo-deceased) DeZoete, Patty Malek, Cathy Malek and Virgil 
(Pauline-deceased) Lucas along with his children Deborah, Karen, Sam, 
Phillip and many dear cousins and friends.

Left to cherish her memory are nieces Carleen (Andy) Gilmore, Diane 
(Dan) Peterson, Linda (Mike-deceased) Palmer, Leslie (Claudio) Pasian,&nbsp; 
and nephews Roger (Janet) Lucas, Mike (Sue) Lucas, James Lucas and 
Michael Malek, &nbsp;special sister-in-law Mary (Harry-deceased) White and three generations of great-nieces and nephews along with special &nbsp;friends, 
Debbie Vunovich, Glenda VanNess and Joan Boyd.

Mary’s wishes were no service and cremation. Interment will be next to Nolan at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa.

Memorial gifts can be made to Ledger Restoration Fund/Malek Bakery, 
Cawker City Hesperian Historical Society, P.O. Box 235, Cawker City, KS 
67430.

Within the Malek family, a birthday is special. Valentine Malek, the
 patriarch of the Malek family was born on Feb. 8, 1875. &nbsp;Eddie 
Malek (Carl Malek’s son) was born on Feb. 8, 1941, Eddie’s daughter 
Dr. Calista Malek Miller was born on Feb. 8, 1982, and Terry Malek’s 
(Eddie’s son) granddaughter, Emersyn Vaughn was born on Feb. 8, 
2018.

Mary Catherine Malek was born on Nov. 6, 1925, to Marguerite 
(Carl) and Valentine Malek at Cawker City. She left this life 
peacefully in Russell, on Sept. 14, 2022, at the age of 96. Mary 
grew up in the Malek bakery run by her parents along with her siblings, 
sister Louise and brothers Carl, Leo and Ted. She received her 
education at St. Theresa Academy and Cawker City High School. <figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666796831041.jpeg" alt="Mary Catherine Malek Lucas" />
 <figcaption>Mary Catherine Malek Lucas</figcaption>
 </figure>Her 
father, Valentine, died in November 1942. Mary and her mother moved to 
California to be near their family. She graduated with the Class of 
1943 at Pomona Valley High School. Mary returned to Kansas and with 
close friends from high school ventured into the working world in Iowa. 
On one bus ride from Kansas to Madison, Iowa, she met Nolan Lucas.&nbsp; True 
love prevailed and they were married on May 14, 1946, in Peoria, 
Ill.&nbsp; They resided in St. Joseph, Mo., for several years then moved 
to Kansas City, Kan. Near their retirement years, they moved to Mission,
 Kan. They were blessed to be married 44 years. They received the 
Blessed Sacrament of Matrimony in the Catholic Church on Sept. 7, 
1986.They enjoyed visiting family and traveling throughout the world. 
Beaches were her favorite. Nolan died in 1990 of cancer.&nbsp; Mary went on 
to meeting another companion in her life and she and Dudley Potter 
enjoyed traveling, camping and friends for 29 years. When Mary’s health
 began failing, she moved to Russell to be near her niece Carleen. She 
was able to enjoy several trips to her hometown of Cawker City.Mary spent most of her career working at Midwest Research Institute. 
It was a high-security research facility for the government. She was 
printing department manager and retired with over 30 years.She enjoyed 
many close friendships with fellow workers and continued to stay in 
touch with them well after retirement. She was a loyal friend to many.&nbsp;
 Mary enjoyed sports especially football as she always said she grew up 
watching her brothers play football.Until arthritis took a toll on her 
fingers, she was an avid crochet fan. She enjoyed reading – always a 
book in her hand, listening to music and spending time by the pool. And
 could she shop – loved to shop and for many years she could outwalk her
 nieces at the malls. And she always had her lipstick on.One of the 
most important tasks in her life was having her hair done weekly.&nbsp; She 
was blessed to have the same hairdresser, Debbie, for over 40 years.&nbsp; 
Even in her last days of illness, her question would be “What about my 
hair?” And of course, no one could replace Debbie.Mary loved her family dearly and family times together. Even though no children were born to Nolan and her, they dearly loved
 the Malek and Lucas nieces, nephews and their families. Mary had three generations of great-nieces and nephews. &nbsp;Mary had many happy memories 
of the Lucas family and Macon County, Mo., where Nolan was raised.&nbsp; Mary 
spent many vacations in California to see her siblings and their 
children. &nbsp;Mary also enjoyed a close relationship with many Carl 
cousins. Growing up, they spent Sundays together when the large 
families would meet for Sunday dinner and fun. Throughout the years, 
she would meet and correspond with her cousins. Sadly, just a few 
remain, but she still tried to keep in touch with Jo Hadley and Loretta 
Brand along with cousin-in-law Mary (Mike) Baier.Mary is preceded in death by her husband Nolan, parents, Maggie and 
Val Malek, siblings Louise (Andy-deceased) Anderson, Carl, Bub and Ted 
Malek. Also nieces and nephews, &nbsp;Eddie and Ricky (Laura) Malek, Peggy 
(Leo-deceased) DeZoete, Patty Malek, Cathy Malek and Virgil 
(Pauline-deceased) Lucas along with his children Deborah, Karen, Sam, 
Phillip and many dear cousins and friends.Left to cherish her memory are nieces Carleen (Andy) Gilmore, Diane 
(Dan) Peterson, Linda (Mike-deceased) Palmer, Leslie (Claudio) Pasian,&nbsp; 
and nephews Roger (Janet) Lucas, Mike (Sue) Lucas, James Lucas and 
Michael Malek, &nbsp;special sister-in-law Mary (Harry-deceased) White and three generations of great-nieces and nephews along with special &nbsp;friends, 
Debbie Vunovich, Glenda VanNess and Joan Boyd.Mary’s wishes were no service and cremation. Interment will be next to Nolan at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, Lenexa.Memorial gifts can be made to Ledger Restoration Fund/Malek Bakery, 
Cawker City Hesperian Historical Society, P.O. Box 235, Cawker City, KS 
67430.Within the Malek family, a birthday is special. Valentine Malek, the
 patriarch of the Malek family was born on Feb. 8, 1875. &nbsp;Eddie 
Malek (Carl Malek’s son) was born on Feb. 8, 1941, Eddie’s daughter 
Dr. Calista Malek Miller was born on Feb. 8, 1982, and Terry Malek’s 
(Eddie’s son) granddaughter, Emersyn Vaughn was born on Feb. 8, 
2018.

Mary Catherine Malek Lucas

Samuel Louis Brock, 79, of Russell, passed away after a 
courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at his home 
with his loved ones by his side.

Sam was born Sept. 27, 1943, in Sabetha. He was one of 
three sons born to Dale A., Sr., and Lucille N. (Spiker) Brock.&nbsp; He grew
 up in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School in the Class of 
61.&nbsp; He then attended Emporia State University where he obtained his 
degree in business and accounting.&nbsp; He also served his country in the 
Army National Guard.

Sam was united in marriage to Marcia McCuistion on June 4, 1966.&nbsp; 
This union was blessed with two daughters; Sonya and Stephanie. Later 
he was united in marriage to Lana (Teel) Foster on July 10, 1998. They 
made their home in Russell.

Sam was a co-owner of Morris &amp; Brock Accounting, which later 
became Gudenkauf, Malone &amp; Brock, Inc. He retired in 2014. He was 
an active member of the Russell Elks Lodge # 1715. He enjoyed all 
aspects of sports, fishing, following his family’s activities and 
spending time at his cabin at the lake.

Sam’s surviving family includes his wife of 24 years, Lana of the 
home; daughters, Sonya Schinkel of Lawrence and Stephanie Dunn 
(Chris) of Lenexa; step-sons, Douglas Foster (Bonnie) of 
Wichita and David Foster (Summer) of Alva, Okla.; brothers, 
Dale Brock (Esther) of Spiceland, Ind., and Dennis Brock (Carol) of 
Reading, Kan.; and seven grandchildren, Jane, Peter, Neva, Merle, 
Sydney, Beau and Mary Kate. Sam was preceded in death by his parents.

Celebration of life services will be at the Russell Elks Lodge 
#1715 at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
 Mortuary, which is in charge of these arrangements.

Samuel Louis Brock, 79, of Russell, passed away after a 
courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at his home 
with his loved ones by his side.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666796555909.jpeg" alt="Samuel Louis Brock" />
 <figcaption>Samuel Louis Brock</figcaption>
 </figure>Sam was born Sept. 27, 1943, in Sabetha. He was one of 
three sons born to Dale A., Sr., and Lucille N. (Spiker) Brock.&nbsp; He grew
 up in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School in the Class of 
61.&nbsp; He then attended Emporia State University where he obtained his 
degree in business and accounting.&nbsp; He also served his country in the 
Army National Guard.Sam was united in marriage to Marcia McCuistion on June 4, 1966.&nbsp; 
This union was blessed with two daughters; Sonya and Stephanie. Later 
he was united in marriage to Lana (Teel) Foster on July 10, 1998. They 
made their home in Russell.Sam was a co-owner of Morris &amp; Brock Accounting, which later 
became Gudenkauf, Malone &amp; Brock, Inc. He retired in 2014. He was 
an active member of the Russell Elks Lodge # 1715. He enjoyed all 
aspects of sports, fishing, following his family’s activities and 
spending time at his cabin at the lake.Sam’s surviving family includes his wife of 24 years, Lana of the 
home; daughters, Sonya Schinkel of Lawrence and Stephanie Dunn 
(Chris) of Lenexa; step-sons, Douglas Foster (Bonnie) of 
Wichita and David Foster (Summer) of Alva, Okla.; brothers, 
Dale Brock (Esther) of Spiceland, Ind., and Dennis Brock (Carol) of 
Reading, Kan.; and seven grandchildren, Jane, Peter, Neva, Merle, 
Sydney, Beau and Mary Kate. Sam was preceded in death by his parents.Celebration of life services will be at the Russell Elks Lodge 
#1715 at a later date.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler
 Mortuary, which is in charge of these arrangements.

Samuel Louis Brock

Robert Dale Schmitt, 82, of Gorham, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell.

Bob was born May 26, 1940, in Hays. He was the son of Gustav 
A. and Lydia (Wagner) Schmitt.&nbsp; At the age of 2, his family moved to 
the family farm south of Gorham, which was homesteaded in 1888. He 
graduated from Gorham High School in the Class of 1958.

Bob was united in marriage to Lyla L. Prater on Oct. 15, 1961, in 
Russell.&nbsp; They made their home on the family farm and were blessed with 
three children; Virginia, Dale and Kristin.

Bob was a farmer and rancher on the farm south of Gorham. He spent 
the next 80 years doing what he loved; farming, ranching, butchering and
 passing down family traditions.

He took great pride in being the third
 generation to live on the family farm. He was the youngest of 32 first 
cousins on the Schmitt side. He enjoyed visiting with everyone and 
sharing life lessons with the younger generations. He loved his food, he
 couldn’t have a meal without meat and dessert! Some of his favorite 
places to eat were Red Lobster and Dairy Queen.

He was a life member of St. John Lutheran Church. He also belonged 
to the Big Creek 4-H Club, the Cushman Motor Scooters Association and 
hosted a couple of Cushman gatherings at the farm. He served on the 
Federal Grand Jury and the Big Creek Township Board. He loved spending 
time with his family and following his grandchildren’s activities, 
pestering his friends and family, caring for his 1974 T-Bird and eating 
ice cream and popcorn.

Bob’s surviving family includes his wife of 61 years, Lyla of the 
home; daughters, Virginia Rohleder of Gorham and Kristin Bay 
(Tony) of Russell; son, Dale Schmitt (Nancy) of Russell;
 eight grandchildren, Colby Rohleder (Ashley), Sadee Soldan (Rex), 
Brandon Schmitt, Mason Schmitt, Kendra Bay, Tytin Bay, Alex Underwood 
and Seth Underwood. Four great-grandchildren, Colt and Owen Soldan, Otto
 and Tinzlee Rohleder; sister-in-law Carol Walford and his only niece 
Stacy Waters (Paul) and her family.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Randy Rohleder; and brother-in-law, Larry Walford.

Celebration of Bob’s life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 
28, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will 
follow at a later date. The family will be present to greet friends at 
9:30 a.m. Friday at the church.

A memorial has been established with the
 Gorham Senior Center.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Robert Dale Schmitt, 82, of Gorham, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell.Bob was born May 26, 1940, in Hays. He was the son of Gustav 
A. and Lydia (Wagner) Schmitt.&nbsp; At the age of 2, his family moved to 
the family farm south of Gorham, which was homesteaded in 1888. He 
graduated from Gorham High School in the Class of 1958.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666814283889.jpeg" alt="Robert Dale Schmitt" />
 <figcaption>Robert Dale Schmitt</figcaption>
 </figure>Bob was united in marriage to Lyla L. Prater on Oct. 15, 1961, in 
Russell.&nbsp; They made their home on the family farm and were blessed with 
three children; Virginia, Dale and Kristin.Bob was a farmer and rancher on the farm south of Gorham. He spent 
the next 80 years doing what he loved; farming, ranching, butchering and
 passing down family traditions.He took great pride in being the third
 generation to live on the family farm. He was the youngest of 32 first 
cousins on the Schmitt side. He enjoyed visiting with everyone and 
sharing life lessons with the younger generations. He loved his food, he
 couldn’t have a meal without meat and dessert! Some of his favorite 
places to eat were Red Lobster and Dairy Queen.He was a life member of St. John Lutheran Church. He also belonged 
to the Big Creek 4-H Club, the Cushman Motor Scooters Association and 
hosted a couple of Cushman gatherings at the farm. He served on the 
Federal Grand Jury and the Big Creek Township Board. He loved spending 
time with his family and following his grandchildren’s activities, 
pestering his friends and family, caring for his 1974 T-Bird and eating 
ice cream and popcorn.Bob’s surviving family includes his wife of 61 years, Lyla of the 
home; daughters, Virginia Rohleder of Gorham and Kristin Bay 
(Tony) of Russell; son, Dale Schmitt (Nancy) of Russell;
 eight grandchildren, Colby Rohleder (Ashley), Sadee Soldan (Rex), 
Brandon Schmitt, Mason Schmitt, Kendra Bay, Tytin Bay, Alex Underwood 
and Seth Underwood. Four great-grandchildren, Colt and Owen Soldan, Otto
 and Tinzlee Rohleder; sister-in-law Carol Walford and his only niece 
Stacy Waters (Paul) and her family.Bob was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Randy Rohleder; and brother-in-law, Larry Walford.Celebration of Bob’s life will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 
28, 2022, at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp; A private burial of ashes will 
follow at a later date. The family will be present to greet friends at 
9:30 a.m. Friday at the church.A memorial has been established with the
 Gorham Senior Center.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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