Christine “Joan” Strano, 78, died unexpectedly at her home on October
 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born October 2, 1944, in Wichita to William Clark 
and Olive Aileen (Kissick) Anderson.

Joan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962, and Southwestern 
College, Winfield, in 1966, earning her bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;

While at Southwestern College, Joan met a young man from 
Punxsutawney, PA, Richard Francis “Dick” Strano. They were married June 
4, 1966, in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; Together, they raised two daughters, and 
eventually, their family grew to include two wonderful sons-in-law and 
seven precious grandchildren.&nbsp; Dick died March 6, 2018, after he and 
Joan shared nearly 52 years of marriage.

Joan was a natural born teacher.&nbsp; Throughout her career, Joan taught 
health/physical education and science in Osborne USD 392 and Hutchinson 
USD 308.&nbsp; Most recently, she was a substitute teacher for Buhler USD 
313.&nbsp; In her free time, she enjoyed being outdoors; Joan was an 
outstanding gardener, and had a talent for growing amazing flowers. She 
also enjoyed decorating, especially at Christmas. Joans’ greatest joy 
and calling though was that of being a mom and grandma; she loved her 
daughters and grandchildren unconditionally.&nbsp; She would do anything for 
them. Joan attended Grace Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;

Joan is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Angie White (Eric) of Hutchinson, 
and Amy Dye (Derek) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Ethan, Addi, Aidyn and 
Eli White, and Josie, Emme, and Harper Dye; brother, Jeff Anderson 
(Rogene) of Lawrence; sisters, Jan Dwyer and Jill Foss of Hutchinson; a 
sister-in-law, Tamra Strano of Baytown, TX; and her faithful four-legged
 companions, dogs, Berki and Berne and cats, Rush and Rusty.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother’s in-law, Robert “Bob” Strano, Ed Dwyer, and Doug Foss.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bart Horton officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has
 taken place.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/10/1666283279829.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Christine “Joan” Strano, 78, died unexpectedly at her home on October
 17, 2022.&nbsp; She was born October 2, 1944, in Wichita to William Clark 
and Olive Aileen (Kissick) Anderson.Joan graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1962, and Southwestern 
College, Winfield, in 1966, earning her bachelor’s degree. &nbsp;While at Southwestern College, Joan met a young man from 
Punxsutawney, PA, Richard Francis “Dick” Strano. They were married June 
4, 1966, in South Hutchinson.&nbsp; Together, they raised two daughters, and 
eventually, their family grew to include two wonderful sons-in-law and 
seven precious grandchildren.&nbsp; Dick died March 6, 2018, after he and 
Joan shared nearly 52 years of marriage.Joan was a natural born teacher.&nbsp; Throughout her career, Joan taught 
health/physical education and science in Osborne USD 392 and Hutchinson 
USD 308.&nbsp; Most recently, she was a substitute teacher for Buhler USD 
313.&nbsp; In her free time, she enjoyed being outdoors; Joan was an 
outstanding gardener, and had a talent for growing amazing flowers. She 
also enjoyed decorating, especially at Christmas. Joans’ greatest joy 
and calling though was that of being a mom and grandma; she loved her 
daughters and grandchildren unconditionally.&nbsp; She would do anything for 
them. Joan attended Grace Bible Church, Hutchinson.&nbsp;Joan is survived by:&nbsp; daughters, Angie White (Eric) of Hutchinson, 
and Amy Dye (Derek) of Lawrence; grandchildren, Ethan, Addi, Aidyn and 
Eli White, and Josie, Emme, and Harper Dye; brother, Jeff Anderson 
(Rogene) of Lawrence; sisters, Jan Dwyer and Jill Foss of Hutchinson; a 
sister-in-law, Tamra Strano of Baytown, TX; and her faithful four-legged
 companions, dogs, Berki and Berne and cats, Rush and Rusty.She was preceded in death by her parents and brother’s in-law, Robert “Bob” Strano, Ed Dwyer, and Doug Foss.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 
Elliott Chapel, with Pastor Bart Horton officiating.&nbsp; Friends may sign 
her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary.&nbsp; Cremation has
 taken place.

Christine 'Joan' Strano

Norman “Pete” Kramer, 67, passed away October 19, 2022, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born November 25, 1954, at 
Oakland, Calif. to Bernard &amp; Norma (Bowman) Kramer. He married Jean 
A. Scheer August 14, 1976, at Garden City.

Coming from Garden City in 2015, Pete was a current Great Bend 
resident. He was a machinist for Simmons Pump &amp; Machinery. Pete was 
of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed collecting coins and hot wheels, and 
hunting and fishing. He was an avid football and baseball fan. Pete 
especially enjoyed spending time with his family.

Survivors include, his wife, Jean Kramer of the home; a son, Nathan 
Kramer and wife Barbara of Garden City; two daughters, Anna Kramer and 
Stacey Kramer (Milton Barnes) both of Garden City; a daughter in law, 
Radonda Kramer of Great Bend; a sister, Carol Tieben and husband Daryl 
of Dodge City; and fifteen grandchildren, Alyssia Garcia Kramer (David),
 Jayden Kramer, Janica Kramer, Anastacia Kramer, Michael Kramer, 
Julianna Kramer, Matthew Kramer, Mia Vera, Isaac Owens, Jaylene Campos, 
Brysen Owens, Destiny Kramer, Alexander Kramer, Maddison Kramer and 
Gabriel Kramer. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Bryan
 Kramer and Adam Kramer; and a brother, Mark Kramer.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m.,
 Monday, October 24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Archie 
Moody presiding. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery, Garden City,
 Kan. at 2:00 p.m. 

Memorials have been designated to the Norman “Pete” 
Kramer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Norman “Pete” Kramer, 67, passed away October 19, 2022, at Clara 
Barton Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born November 25, 1954, at 
Oakland, Calif. to Bernard &amp; Norma (Bowman) Kramer. He married Jean 
A. Scheer August 14, 1976, at Garden City.Coming from Garden City in 2015, Pete was a current Great Bend 
resident. He was a machinist for Simmons Pump &amp; Machinery. Pete was 
of the Catholic faith. He enjoyed collecting coins and hot wheels, and 
hunting and fishing. He was an avid football and baseball fan. Pete 
especially enjoyed spending time with his family.Survivors include, his wife, Jean Kramer of the home; a son, Nathan 
Kramer and wife Barbara of Garden City; two daughters, Anna Kramer and 
Stacey Kramer (Milton Barnes) both of Garden City; a daughter in law, 
Radonda Kramer of Great Bend; a sister, Carol Tieben and husband Daryl 
of Dodge City; and fifteen grandchildren, Alyssia Garcia Kramer (David),
 Jayden Kramer, Janica Kramer, Anastacia Kramer, Michael Kramer, 
Julianna Kramer, Matthew Kramer, Mia Vera, Isaac Owens, Jaylene Campos, 
Brysen Owens, Destiny Kramer, Alexander Kramer, Maddison Kramer and 
Gabriel Kramer. He was preceded in death by his parents; two sons, Bryan
 Kramer and Adam Kramer; and a brother, Mark Kramer.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Sunday, October 23, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m.,
 Monday, October 24, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Archie 
Moody presiding. Interment will be in Valley View Cemetery, Garden City,
 Kan. at 2:00 p.m. Memorials have been designated to the Norman “Pete” 
Kramer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Norman 'Pete' Kramer

Ben Keith, formerly of Morland, Kansas, died October 16, 2022, at Pharr, Texas. He was the son of William and Ethel (Fawcett) Keith.&nbsp;

An obituary and services details are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Ben Keith, formerly of Morland, Kansas, died October 16, 2022, at Pharr, Texas. He was the son of William and Ethel (Fawcett) Keith.&nbsp;An obituary and services details are pending with Stinemetz Funeral Home.

Ben William Keith

Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback passed from this world October 13, 2022, 
at 63 years of age. As most who knew her were aware, she had been ill 
for some time, and her passing was expected. 
She was born in September of 1959 to Joseph Jr. and Sheila Sandvil in 
Highland Falls, New York. Born into a military family, her early 
childhood was spent at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. 
She attended high school in Dunedin, Florida, where she graduated in 
1979. She worked as a florist until her marriage to Jim Rumback in 1986.
 To this marriage were born four children. 
After moving from Georgia to Kansas, she began to work for Oakley Public
 Schools in the cafeteria, where she made ¬life-long friends. Many may 
remember stopping for a hug as they grabbed their milk in the lunch 
line. 
In 2009, she became seriously ill and faced a lengthy hospitalization, 
which saw an incredibly generous outpouring of thoughtfulness and 
kindness from the community. 
Linda spent most of the last decade residing at the Logan County Manor, 
where she saw many friends come and go. Our family could not be more 
grateful for the care she received from the staff at the Logan County 
Manor and hospice, as well as from her personal physician, Dr. Herscher. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, and more recently, by her younger brother, Mark Sandvil. 
She leaves behind her spouse, James Rumback, daughter Mollie and husband
 Bryan Kough, of Dighton, Kansas; son Alexander and wife Kendra Rumback,
 of Spruce Pine, North Carolina; and daughters Heidi and husband Dakota 
Pannell and Floralee and husband Ryan Samut Tagliaferro, of Duncan, 
Oklahoma. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Logan, Sawyer, and 
Rory Kough; Owen and Daphne Rumback; Isaac Rumback; and Lexis Glassman 
and Levi Samut Tagliaferro. 
Funeral services will be provided by Baalmann Mortuary, of Oakley, Kansas. Services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback passed from this world October 13, 2022, 
at 63 years of age. As most who knew her were aware, she had been ill 
for some time, and her passing was expected. 
She was born in September of 1959 to Joseph Jr. and Sheila Sandvil in 
Highland Falls, New York. Born into a military family, her early 
childhood was spent at Clark Air Base in the Philippines. 
She attended high school in Dunedin, Florida, where she graduated in 
1979. She worked as a florist until her marriage to Jim Rumback in 1986.
 To this marriage were born four children. 
After moving from Georgia to Kansas, she began to work for Oakley Public
 Schools in the cafeteria, where she made ¬life-long friends. Many may 
remember stopping for a hug as they grabbed their milk in the lunch 
line. 
In 2009, she became seriously ill and faced a lengthy hospitalization, 
which saw an incredibly generous outpouring of thoughtfulness and 
kindness from the community. 
Linda spent most of the last decade residing at the Logan County Manor, 
where she saw many friends come and go. Our family could not be more 
grateful for the care she received from the staff at the Logan County 
Manor and hospice, as well as from her personal physician, Dr. Herscher. 
She is preceded in death by her parents, and more recently, by her younger brother, Mark Sandvil. 
She leaves behind her spouse, James Rumback, daughter Mollie and husband
 Bryan Kough, of Dighton, Kansas; son Alexander and wife Kendra Rumback,
 of Spruce Pine, North Carolina; and daughters Heidi and husband Dakota 
Pannell and Floralee and husband Ryan Samut Tagliaferro, of Duncan, 
Oklahoma. She also leaves behind her grandchildren Logan, Sawyer, and 
Rory Kough; Owen and Daphne Rumback; Isaac Rumback; and Lexis Glassman 
and Levi Samut Tagliaferro. 
Funeral services will be provided by Baalmann Mortuary, of Oakley, Kansas. Services will be announced at a later date.&nbsp;

Linda Marie (Sandvil) Rumback

Betty M. Swartz, age 67 years, longtime Great Bend, Kansas, resident, passed away at her home in Great Bend on Tuesday afternoon, October 18, 2022.&nbsp; Betty was born on October 18, 1955, at Danville, Illinois, to Leon and Ileta (Morgeson) Burton, and raised by Willard and Ileta Schuckman.&nbsp; She worked as a Machinist for FMC Corporation at their plant in Hoopeston, Illinois, for 11 years, after moving to Great Bend in 2003 was employed by Oversize Warning Products Inc. in Great Bend for many years.&nbsp; Betty was an accomplished quilter and seamstress, and also sewed and sold handmade quilts.&nbsp; She loved quilting and sewing, puzzles, and outdoor activities including Sand Rails.&nbsp;

Survivors include her longtime companion Leland “Lee” Zerr of Great Bend, Kansas; one son Jason Grove of Great Bend, and one daughter-in-law Amy Grove of Great Bend; one grandson Tyler Grove; two sisters:&nbsp; Donna Brazda of Hoisington, Kansas and Kim (&amp; Keith) Frank of La Crosse, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Betty was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Mont Burton.

According to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and inurnment will take place in the La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, at a later date.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society with Janousek Funeral Home of La Crosse, Kansas, in charge. Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com/">http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>

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 </figure>Betty M. Swartz, age 67 years, longtime Great Bend, Kansas, resident, passed away at her home in Great Bend on Tuesday afternoon, October 18, 2022.&nbsp; Betty was born on October 18, 1955, at Danville, Illinois, to Leon and Ileta (Morgeson) Burton, and raised by Willard and Ileta Schuckman.&nbsp; She worked as a Machinist for FMC Corporation at their plant in Hoopeston, Illinois, for 11 years, after moving to Great Bend in 2003 was employed by Oversize Warning Products Inc. in Great Bend for many years.&nbsp; Betty was an accomplished quilter and seamstress, and also sewed and sold handmade quilts.&nbsp; She loved quilting and sewing, puzzles, and outdoor activities including Sand Rails.&nbsp;Survivors include her longtime companion Leland “Lee” Zerr of Great Bend, Kansas; one son Jason Grove of Great Bend, and one daughter-in-law Amy Grove of Great Bend; one grandson Tyler Grove; two sisters:&nbsp; Donna Brazda of Hoisington, Kansas and Kim (&amp; Keith) Frank of La Crosse, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Betty was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Mont Burton.According to her wishes, cremation has been chosen and inurnment will take place in the La Crosse Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas, at a later date.&nbsp; Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society with Janousek Funeral Home of La Crosse, Kansas, in charge. Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com/">http://www.janousekfuneralhome.com</a>

Betty M. Swartz

A Memorial 
Mass for Clarence “Butch” Dreiling will be held on Friday, November 4, 
2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the All Saints Catholic Church in Holdrege, 
Nebraska, with Father Jay Buhman as Celebrant.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at
 the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege with Military Honors provided by 
the Martin-Horn American Legion Post #66 in conjunction with the United 
States Army Funeral Honors Team.

Rosary will be prayed prior to mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church.

Clarence “Butch” Dreiling, of Holdrege, passed away peacefully 
surrounded by his family on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Regional 
West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. During his 83 years, Butch
 lived a full life. He was born on August 9, 1939, in Ellis, Kansas, the
 fourth of five children to Celestine and Bernadetta “Nettie” (Reidel) 
Dreiling. Butch grew up in Ellis, Kansas, where he graduated from Ellis 
High School in 1957.

After 
high school, Butch worked for Coca-Cola bottling company as a truck 
driver, followed by delivering meat for the B&amp;B meat packing company
 in Hays, Kansas. In 1960, Butch started his long-time career at 
Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company. After starting off digging ditches,
 his loyalty and work ethic led his career up to Fleet Administrator. 
After 39 hard working years, Butch retired in 1999. Butch enlisted in 
the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He loved his time
 in the service and continued to serve in many capacities after retiring
 from the gas company.

Butch 
met Marietta Lee Munk and they were married on August 21, 1965 in 
Oakley, Kansas. They lived in Kansas until 1976, when they relocated to 
Holdrege, Nebraska for Butch’s job. Through that union, Butch and 
Marietta were blessed with 56 years of marriage, three children (Kelly, 
Leslee and Matt) and their seven grandchildren. They shared their last 
44 years of marriage in Holdrege, Nebraska.

Butch 
was a member of the All Saints Catholic Church, Disabled Veterans, Fleet
 Association of America, Kansas-Nebraska Trap Shooting Association and 
the American Legion.

Butch 
enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life.&nbsp; Butch enjoyed wood-working, 
making countless pieces for his family, as well as people in the 
community. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting, golfing, and 
playing cards, but his greatest joy was watching his grandkids play 
their sports. Butch always led by example, volunteering in the 
community. He drove veterans to appointments, worked at the food pantry 
and was instrumental in the creation of the Veterans Memorial in 
Holdrege. Some may be surprised to know that after retirement, Butch and
 Marietta enjoyed a few trips to Sturgis on their Harley.

Family 
who survived to cherish his memory are daughter, Kelly (Clinton) Ratliff
 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; daughter, Leslee (Brian) Valenta of Grimes, 
Iowa; and son, Matt (Tiffany) Dreiling of Destrehan, Louisiana; 
Grandchildren: Jarrett Ratliff, Jakob Ratliff, Zoey Valenta, Wyatt 
Valenta, Tate Valenta, Brayden Dreiling and Emma Dreiling.&nbsp; Also 
survived are brother, Robert (Mary) Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; and 
sister, Elfreda Eberle of Fort Collins, Colorado.

Butch was preceded in death by his wife, Marietta; sister, Alice Weber; brother, Jerry Dreiling and his parents.

There 
will be no visitation, viewing, or memorial book signing the evening 
prior to the mass.&nbsp; The family has honored Butch’s wish for cremation.

A memorial has been established in Butch’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.

Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>

The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>A Memorial 
Mass for Clarence “Butch” Dreiling will be held on Friday, November 4, 
2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the All Saints Catholic Church in Holdrege, 
Nebraska, with Father Jay Buhman as Celebrant.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at
 the Prairie Home Cemetery at Holdrege with Military Honors provided by 
the Martin-Horn American Legion Post #66 in conjunction with the United 
States Army Funeral Honors Team.Rosary will be prayed prior to mass at 9:30 a.m. at the church.Clarence “Butch” Dreiling, of Holdrege, passed away peacefully 
surrounded by his family on Friday, October 14, 2022 at the Regional 
West Medical Center in Scottsbluff, Nebraska. During his 83 years, Butch
 lived a full life. He was born on August 9, 1939, in Ellis, Kansas, the
 fourth of five children to Celestine and Bernadetta “Nettie” (Reidel) 
Dreiling. Butch grew up in Ellis, Kansas, where he graduated from Ellis 
High School in 1957.After 
high school, Butch worked for Coca-Cola bottling company as a truck 
driver, followed by delivering meat for the B&amp;B meat packing company
 in Hays, Kansas. In 1960, Butch started his long-time career at 
Kansas-Nebraska Natural Gas Company. After starting off digging ditches,
 his loyalty and work ethic led his career up to Fleet Administrator. 
After 39 hard working years, Butch retired in 1999. Butch enlisted in 
the Army in 1961 and was honorably discharged in 1963. He loved his time
 in the service and continued to serve in many capacities after retiring
 from the gas company.Butch 
met Marietta Lee Munk and they were married on August 21, 1965 in 
Oakley, Kansas. They lived in Kansas until 1976, when they relocated to 
Holdrege, Nebraska for Butch’s job. Through that union, Butch and 
Marietta were blessed with 56 years of marriage, three children (Kelly, 
Leslee and Matt) and their seven grandchildren. They shared their last 
44 years of marriage in Holdrege, Nebraska.Butch 
was a member of the All Saints Catholic Church, Disabled Veterans, Fleet
 Association of America, Kansas-Nebraska Trap Shooting Association and 
the American Legion.Butch 
enjoyed many hobbies throughout his life.&nbsp; Butch enjoyed wood-working, 
making countless pieces for his family, as well as people in the 
community. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, trap shooting, golfing, and 
playing cards, but his greatest joy was watching his grandkids play 
their sports. Butch always led by example, volunteering in the 
community. He drove veterans to appointments, worked at the food pantry 
and was instrumental in the creation of the Veterans Memorial in 
Holdrege. Some may be surprised to know that after retirement, Butch and
 Marietta enjoyed a few trips to Sturgis on their Harley.Family 
who survived to cherish his memory are daughter, Kelly (Clinton) Ratliff
 of Scottsbluff, Nebraska; daughter, Leslee (Brian) Valenta of Grimes, 
Iowa; and son, Matt (Tiffany) Dreiling of Destrehan, Louisiana; 
Grandchildren: Jarrett Ratliff, Jakob Ratliff, Zoey Valenta, Wyatt 
Valenta, Tate Valenta, Brayden Dreiling and Emma Dreiling.&nbsp; Also 
survived are brother, Robert (Mary) Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; and 
sister, Elfreda Eberle of Fort Collins, Colorado.Butch was preceded in death by his wife, Marietta; sister, Alice Weber; brother, Jerry Dreiling and his parents.There 
will be no visitation, viewing, or memorial book signing the evening 
prior to the mass.&nbsp; The family has honored Butch’s wish for cremation.A memorial has been established in Butch’s honor, and kindly suggested to the family for later designation.Expressions of caring and kindness can be sent to the family at <a href="http://www.nelsonbauerfh.com/">www.nelsonbauerfh.com</a>The Nelson-Bauer Funeral Home in Holdrege is in charge of the arrangements.

Clarence 'Butch' Dreiling

R. Janice Jacobs Klein, age &nbsp;95, passed 
away at her home in Tribune, Kansas on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. She 
was born on October 24, 1926, to Vernon Huntley and Ruby Nancy Willett 
Jacobs in Liberal, Kansas.

Her life will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 MST at 
the Tribune United Methodist Church &nbsp;pastored by Jeri Farmer Smith. This
 will be a joint service with her husband, Bill. 

Click <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/obituaries/r-klein">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>R. Janice Jacobs Klein, age &nbsp;95, passed 
away at her home in Tribune, Kansas on Tuesday, October 18, 2022. She 
was born on October 24, 1926, to Vernon Huntley and Ruby Nancy Willett 
Jacobs in Liberal, Kansas.Her life will be celebrated Saturday, October 22, 2022, 11:00 MST at 
the Tribune United Methodist Church &nbsp;pastored by Jeri Farmer Smith. This
 will be a joint service with her husband, Bill. Click <a href="https://www.priceandsons.com/obituaries/r-klein">HERE</a> for service details.

R. Janice Klein

Albert Junior Mitchell, 84, died Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Hill 
City, Kansas. He was also known as Junior, A.J. or by most of the family
 as “Mitch."

Mitch was born March 1, 1938, in Summer 
Hill, Illinois to Albert Henry Mitchell and Ada Stout. They had two 
children Albert Junior “Mitch” and Beverly. Ada was later married to 
Linney Brown. Together they raised the two children. They later 
divorced. Mitch attended East St. Louis High until the eleventh grade 
and enlisted in the Marines in 1955. His tour of duty found him in 
Okinawa, Japan, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Sicily, Italy, and Spain.

Following
 his honorable discharge in 1958, he  began working for Monsanto as a 
chemical mechanic operator. This was the job he would continue for 37 
years.  In the early 60’s he and Sheila Wohlrab Lankas were married. To 
this union two children were born: Brian Albert and Barry Joseph. He 
later married, Joyce Scharringhausen. These two marriages ended in 
divorce. His last wife, Dee Shephard, proceeded him in death March 17, 
2013 after 12 years of marriage. Not only did Mitch live for many years 
just south of St. Louis,  but his sister Beverly Brown Butler and her 
husband Homer Butler were only a few miles away. He so enjoyed spending 
quality time with them. They both proceeded him death.

Mitch
 was a collector. Be it hats,  coffee cups, or coins for his great 
grandchildren. But his love of cars was astounding. Mitch LOVED cars. 
His favorites however were the 1956 and 1957 Chevys. His first car was a
 1929 Chevy he purchased along with two buddies when he was 15 years 
old. Too young to have a driver’s license, he drove it up and down the 
alley with those wooden spoke wheels. His obsession with cars was not 
his passing hobby but a lifetime of wonderful memories. In 1959, he 
became a member of the Piston Pushers Car Club and was the first 
lifetime member. He also joined many other car clubs in the Illinois and
 Missouri area. Mitch lived near  the Belleville, Illinois, and 
Imperial/Pevely, Missouri areas for 84 years. Of course, enjoying 
collecting cars and attending car shows and he treasured the times just 
being with friends and family. This past March, he moved to Hill City, 
Kansas to be closer to his son Brian and his family.

Mitch
 will be sadly missed by his son Brian Mitchell and his wife Kay of Hill
 City,  and his grandchildren: Taylor Vap and wife Audrey; Dylan Vap and
 wife Amanda, all of Atwood; great grandchildren: Kaceton, Oakleigh, 
Chesney, Landrik and Daya Pearl, all of Atwood; his son Barry of 
Missouri; niece Traci Wingerter and husband David; their children: 
Aimee, Allison (Eddie) and children: Bentley and Mavis Clark, and Adam; 
niece Kim Schweizer and children Andrew and Austin Whaley of the 
Hillsboro, Missouri area.

A come and go reception to 
celebrate Mitch's life will be held Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 1:00 
to 4:00 p.m. at the home of Brian and Kay Mitchell, 716 N. 6th Ave., 
Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Albert Junior Mitchell, 84, died Saturday, October 15, 2022, in Hill 
City, Kansas. He was also known as Junior, A.J. or by most of the family
 as “Mitch."Mitch was born March 1, 1938, in Summer 
Hill, Illinois to Albert Henry Mitchell and Ada Stout. They had two 
children Albert Junior “Mitch” and Beverly. Ada was later married to 
Linney Brown. Together they raised the two children. They later 
divorced. Mitch attended East St. Louis High until the eleventh grade 
and enlisted in the Marines in 1955. His tour of duty found him in 
Okinawa, Japan, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Sicily, Italy, and Spain.Following
 his honorable discharge in 1958, he began working for Monsanto as a 
chemical mechanic operator. This was the job he would continue for 37 
years. In the early 60’s he and Sheila Wohlrab Lankas were married. To 
this union two children were born: Brian Albert and Barry Joseph. He 
later married, Joyce Scharringhausen. These two marriages ended in 
divorce. His last wife, Dee Shephard, proceeded him in death March 17, 
2013 after 12 years of marriage. Not only did Mitch live for many years 
just south of St. Louis, but his sister Beverly Brown Butler and her 
husband Homer Butler were only a few miles away. He so enjoyed spending 
quality time with them. They both proceeded him death.Mitch
 was a collector. Be it hats, coffee cups, or coins for his great 
grandchildren. But his love of cars was astounding. Mitch LOVED cars. 
His favorites however were the 1956 and 1957 Chevys. His first car was a
 1929 Chevy he purchased along with two buddies when he was 15 years 
old. Too young to have a driver’s license, he drove it up and down the 
alley with those wooden spoke wheels. His obsession with cars was not 
his passing hobby but a lifetime of wonderful memories. In 1959, he 
became a member of the Piston Pushers Car Club and was the first 
lifetime member. He also joined many other car clubs in the Illinois and
 Missouri area. Mitch lived near the Belleville, Illinois, and 
Imperial/Pevely, Missouri areas for 84 years. Of course, enjoying 
collecting cars and attending car shows and he treasured the times just 
being with friends and family. This past March, he moved to Hill City, 
Kansas to be closer to his son Brian and his family.Mitch
 will be sadly missed by his son Brian Mitchell and his wife Kay of Hill
 City, and his grandchildren: Taylor Vap and wife Audrey; Dylan Vap and
 wife Amanda, all of Atwood; great grandchildren: Kaceton, Oakleigh, 
Chesney, Landrik and Daya Pearl, all of Atwood; his son Barry of 
Missouri; niece Traci Wingerter and husband David; their children: 
Aimee, Allison (Eddie) and children: Bentley and Mavis Clark, and Adam; 
niece Kim Schweizer and children Andrew and Austin Whaley of the 
Hillsboro, Missouri area.A come and go reception to 
celebrate Mitch's life will be held Sunday, October 23, 2022, from 1:00 
to 4:00 p.m. at the home of Brian and Kay Mitchell, 716 N. 6th Ave., 
Hill City, Kansas.&nbsp;

Albert Junior Mitchell

Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, October 22, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial 
will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral chapel.

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

A complete obituary will be provided when completed.

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 </figure>Linda Mae Fisher, age 71, of Hays, Kansas, passed away Monday, October 17, 2022, in Hays.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, October 22, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Hays. Burial 
will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be 7:00 PM Friday at the funeral chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.comA complete obituary will be provided when completed.

Linda Mae Fisher

Leland Clarence Pallister, 93, passed away October 17, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He&nbsp;was born September 22, 1929, in Hutchinson, to Glenn C. Pallister and Minnie (Hauschild) Pallister.

Leland was a 1947 graduate of Nickerson High School, Nickerson, KS. &nbsp;He graduated from Hutchinson Community College (HCC), formerly Hutchinson Community Junior College, in 1949, and was a member of the HCC Blue Dragons basketball team that was the runner-up in the 1949 National Junior College Athletic Association National Basketball Tournament. &nbsp;

Leland was a farmer and rancher for over 50 years and drove a school bus for Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD309 for over 30 years. &nbsp;He attended Midland Community United Church of Christ, Sterling, KS, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

Leland married Betty Lou Collins. &nbsp;She died November 24, 1992. &nbsp;He then married Dorothy (Bray) Perez.

Leland is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Dorothy Pallister of Hutchinson; children, Craig (Sue) Pallister of Hays, KS, and Pamela (Dwayne) Upton of Merriam, KS; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sister-in-law, Barbara Pallister; stepsons, John (Jennifer) Perez of Pittsburg, KS, Jeff (LeeAnn) Perez of Parsons, KS, and Rod Perez of&nbsp;Arma, KS;&nbsp;seven&nbsp;step-grandchildren;&nbsp;eight&nbsp;step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; wife, Betty Lou Pallister; siblings, Lyle Pallister and&nbsp;Aurel&nbsp;Lea Pallister; grandson, Paul Upton; and one step-granddaughter.

Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2022, and Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church,&nbsp;Midland Community United Church of Christ, or Hospice House,&nbsp;in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Leland Clarence Pallister, 93, passed away October 17, 2022, at Hospice House, Hutchinson, KS. &nbsp;He&nbsp;was born September 22, 1929, in Hutchinson, to Glenn C. Pallister and Minnie (Hauschild) Pallister.Leland was a 1947 graduate of Nickerson High School, Nickerson, KS. &nbsp;He graduated from Hutchinson Community College (HCC), formerly Hutchinson Community Junior College, in 1949, and was a member of the HCC Blue Dragons basketball team that was the runner-up in the 1949 National Junior College Athletic Association National Basketball Tournament. &nbsp;Leland was a farmer and rancher for over 50 years and drove a school bus for Nickerson-South Hutchinson USD309 for over 30 years. &nbsp;He attended Midland Community United Church of Christ, Sterling, KS, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.Leland married Betty Lou Collins. &nbsp;She died November 24, 1992. &nbsp;He then married Dorothy (Bray) Perez.Leland is survived by: &nbsp;his wife, Dorothy Pallister of Hutchinson; children, Craig (Sue) Pallister of Hays, KS, and Pamela (Dwayne) Upton of Merriam, KS; three grandchildren; one great-granddaughter; sister-in-law, Barbara Pallister; stepsons, John (Jennifer) Perez of Pittsburg, KS, Jeff (LeeAnn) Perez of Parsons, KS, and Rod Perez of&nbsp;Arma, KS;&nbsp;seven&nbsp;step-grandchildren;&nbsp;eight&nbsp;step-great-grandchildren; and two step-great-great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by: &nbsp;his parents; wife, Betty Lou Pallister; siblings, Lyle Pallister and&nbsp;Aurel&nbsp;Lea Pallister; grandson, Paul Upton; and one step-granddaughter.Memorial service will be 1 p.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary, with the Reverend Dr. Kim Biery officiating. Burial will be at a later date in the Lyons Municipal Cemetery, Lyons, KS. &nbsp;Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, October 19, 2022, and Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Elliott Mortuary.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Trinity United Methodist Church,&nbsp;Midland Community United Church of Christ, or Hospice House,&nbsp;in care of Elliott Mortuary and Crematory, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Leland Clarence Pallister

Willis C. "Bill" Bieker, 77, Hays, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at HaysMed.

​Funeral&nbsp;arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Willis C. "Bill" Bieker, 77, Hays, died Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at HaysMed.​Funeral&nbsp;arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Willis C. 'Bill' Bieker

James Henry Sabatka, 58, of Naponee, NE, died October 16, 2022, at 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE. He was born November 16,
 1963, in Colby, KS to Louis and Irene (Curtin) Sabatka. Jim married 
the love of his life, Linda, on April 17, 2021. 
He was preceded in death by his mother Irene, his brother Kenny, and his grandparents, Harry &amp; Lucille Curtin. 
He is survived by his father and step-mother Louis and Elizabeth Sabaka 
of Atwood, KS; his wife, Linda Robb-Sabatka of Naponee, NE and her 
children, Brett Melchert and spouse Melissa, of Culbertson, NE, Kara 
Duncan and spouse Reilly, of Hudson, KS; sister-in-law Rhonda Sabatka 
of Hays, KS; siblings Janiece Vohland and spouse Larry of Overland 
Park, KS, Cathy Block and spouse George of Highland Village, TX, Lisa 
(Collins) Moos and spouse Brad of Eaton, CO, John Sabatka and spouse 
Shelly of Madison Lake, MN, Claire Erwin (Christi Collins) and spouse 
Bob of Atascadero, CA; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and 
numerous treasured friends. 
Jim attended McDonald Grade School, Cheylin Middle School, and graduated
 from Atwood High School in 1983. He attended Kansas State University, 
graduating in 1987 with a degree in Agricultural Economics. Jim remained
 a lifelong K-State Wildcat fan. 
Jim farmed his entire life on the family farm northwest of Atwood and 
had a snow removal business in Montezuma, CO for over 20 years during 
the winter months. He enjoyed adventure traveling with friends, going to
 China, Tibet, Ireland and Iceland. He also enjoyed traveling in his RV 
to Florida, Arizona and South Dakota. He was an avid motorcyclist, 
having traveled throughout the United States, and attended Sturgis on 
His Harley over the course of 40 years. He flew ultra-light aircraft as a
 hobby. 
Jim was a talented mechanic and engineer. In High School he restored a 
1929 John Deere JP tractor, rebuilt multiple vehicles, built &amp; flew 
remote controlled airplanes. He was a talented woodworker. Many of his 
high school workshop class projects he treasured for a lifetime – 
including his roll top desk and gun cabinet. He was a skilled marksman
 and enjoyed golfing. He recently designed and built a heat exchanger 
heating and cooling system for Linda’s new greenhouse and was restoring 
his favorite car, a 1929 Model A Ford. 
Most of all, Jim loved being a Grandpa. He cherished time with the grandkids, especially during “swim week” each summer. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 
19, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Beardsley, KS. The 
Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, 
at the church with interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Rawlins 
County, KS.

Memorials may be made to the Atwood-Rawlins County Airport 
and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>James Henry Sabatka, 58, of Naponee, NE, died October 16, 2022, at 
Kearney Regional Medical Center in Kearney, NE. He was born November 16,
 1963, in Colby, KS to Louis and Irene (Curtin) Sabatka. Jim married 
the love of his life, Linda, on April 17, 2021. 
He was preceded in death by his mother Irene, his brother Kenny, and his grandparents, Harry &amp; Lucille Curtin. 
He is survived by his father and step-mother Louis and Elizabeth Sabaka 
of Atwood, KS; his wife, Linda Robb-Sabatka of Naponee, NE and her 
children, Brett Melchert and spouse Melissa, of Culbertson, NE, Kara 
Duncan and spouse Reilly, of Hudson, KS; sister-in-law Rhonda Sabatka 
of Hays, KS; siblings Janiece Vohland and spouse Larry of Overland 
Park, KS, Cathy Block and spouse George of Highland Village, TX, Lisa 
(Collins) Moos and spouse Brad of Eaton, CO, John Sabatka and spouse 
Shelly of Madison Lake, MN, Claire Erwin (Christi Collins) and spouse 
Bob of Atascadero, CA; seven grandchildren; many nieces and nephews and 
numerous treasured friends. 
Jim attended McDonald Grade School, Cheylin Middle School, and graduated
 from Atwood High School in 1983. He attended Kansas State University, 
graduating in 1987 with a degree in Agricultural Economics. Jim remained
 a lifelong K-State Wildcat fan. 
Jim farmed his entire life on the family farm northwest of Atwood and 
had a snow removal business in Montezuma, CO for over 20 years during 
the winter months. He enjoyed adventure traveling with friends, going to
 China, Tibet, Ireland and Iceland. He also enjoyed traveling in his RV 
to Florida, Arizona and South Dakota. He was an avid motorcyclist, 
having traveled throughout the United States, and attended Sturgis on 
His Harley over the course of 40 years. He flew ultra-light aircraft as a
 hobby. 
Jim was a talented mechanic and engineer. In High School he restored a 
1929 John Deere JP tractor, rebuilt multiple vehicles, built &amp; flew 
remote controlled airplanes. He was a talented woodworker. Many of his 
high school workshop class projects he treasured for a lifetime – 
including his roll top desk and gun cabinet. He was a skilled marksman
 and enjoyed golfing. He recently designed and built a heat exchanger 
heating and cooling system for Linda’s new greenhouse and was restoring 
his favorite car, a 1929 Model A Ford. 
Most of all, Jim loved being a Grandpa. He cherished time with the grandkids, especially during “swim week” each summer. 
Visitation is 5-7:00 p.m., with a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 
19, 2022, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church, Beardsley, KS. The 
Funeral Mass will take place at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, 
at the church with interment in Immaculate Conception Cemetery, Rawlins 
County, KS. Memorials may be made to the Atwood-Rawlins County Airport 
and sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For 
information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

James Henry Sabatka

Gary Carter, age 79, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Prairie Sunrise Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

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 </figure>Gary Carter, age 79, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away on Monday, October 17, 2022, at Prairie Sunrise Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Gary Carter

John O. Glenn, 83, died October 18, 2022, at his daughter’s home in 
Macksville, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 9, 1939, in Mounds, Oklahoma, 
the son of John Otis Glenn, Sr. and Opal Louise (O’Dell) Glenn.&nbsp;

On August 11, 1958, he married Carol “LaVon” Smith.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on July 11, 2019.

John moved from Oklahoma to Kansas in 1951 and has been a longtime 
resident of Ellinwood. &nbsp;He worked in the oil field his whole life 
starting in 1951 for Buckin Smith Drilling, then Sante Fe Pipe Supply, 
and then 10 years with Pipe Pullers Inc. The last 28 years he worked for
 Kaiser Francis Oil Company retiring in 1995. He then worked 
independently as a pumper until December of 2021.

He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church of Ellinwood.

He is survived by; four children, Kirk Glenn and wife Debbie of 
Sterling, Rena Mooney and husband Mike of Bushton, Ruth Kaiser and 
husband Jon of Ellinwood, and Crystal Glenn and husband Kris Weathers of
 Macksville; a sister, Marceline Johnson of Oklahoma City; and 11 
grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, LaVon Glenn, daughter,
 Michelle Bigger, a son, John O. Glenn, III, brothers, Ralph and George 
Glenn and sister, Betty Bird.

Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>John O. Glenn, 83, died October 18, 2022, at his daughter’s home in 
Macksville, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born August 9, 1939, in Mounds, Oklahoma, 
the son of John Otis Glenn, Sr. and Opal Louise (O’Dell) Glenn.&nbsp;On August 11, 1958, he married Carol “LaVon” Smith.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on July 11, 2019.John moved from Oklahoma to Kansas in 1951 and has been a longtime 
resident of Ellinwood. &nbsp;He worked in the oil field his whole life 
starting in 1951 for Buckin Smith Drilling, then Sante Fe Pipe Supply, 
and then 10 years with Pipe Pullers Inc. The last 28 years he worked for
 Kaiser Francis Oil Company retiring in 1995. He then worked 
independently as a pumper until December of 2021.He was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church of Ellinwood.He is survived by; four children, Kirk Glenn and wife Debbie of 
Sterling, Rena Mooney and husband Mike of Bushton, Ruth Kaiser and 
husband Jon of Ellinwood, and Crystal Glenn and husband Kris Weathers of
 Macksville; a sister, Marceline Johnson of Oklahoma City; and 11 
grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, LaVon Glenn, daughter,
 Michelle Bigger, a son, John O. Glenn, III, brothers, Ralph and George 
Glenn and sister, Betty Bird.Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

John O. Glenn

Grady Palmer Bolding Jr., 92, passed away on October 17, 2022, at 
Ellinwood District Hospital, in Ellinwood, Kan. He was born on August 
13, 1930, in De Queen, Ark. to Grady and Eunice (Pittman) Bolding. On 
May 25, 1950, Grady married Charlotte “Chic” Matson in Smackover, Ark. 
They were married for over 60 years prior to her passing.

He spent his working career in the oil and gas industry. This career 
began in 1950 at the National Supply Company Store in Shreveport, La., 
moving up to store manager in 1953 in El Dorado, Ark. In 1955, Grady was
 employed with Tretolite Chemical Company in Magnolia, Ark., and 
starting in 1957, worked as a district manager for them in Great Bend, 
Kan. In 1967, he helped form Gordon Lab, Inc. and after they sold in 
1980, Grady formed his own oil and gas producing company in 1981: Grady 
Bolding Corporation, which is still in operation today.

Grady was a member of the American Petroleum Institute and KIOGA, 
both for over 50 years, a member of the National Association for 
Corrosion Engineers – serving as chairman in the 1960s, and served on 
the board of directors for the Great Bend Petroleum Club. He was 
religious affiliated with the First Southern Baptist Church and the 
First Congregational Church, served as Chairman of the Barton County 
Council of Churches and was a volunteer teacher for both youth and adult
 Sunday school for over 40 years. In addition to these professional and 
religious groups, he served as a board member of the NAACP, on the board
 of directors for Farmer’s Bank and Trust, was a member of Kiwanis Club 
of Great Bend, served on scholarship committees, coached Great Bend 
Recreation baseball and football teams, served on the board for the 
Great Bend Country Club, and taught microeconomics classes at Barton 
Community College.

Survivors include three sons, Mike (Susie Lee) Bolding, of San. 
Francisco, Cali., Chris (Ursula) Bolding, of Jones, Okla., and Mark (Yan
 Zhu) Bolding of Houston, Tex.; a daughter, Cheryl (Lyle) Gunn of Great 
Bend, Kan.; thirteen grandchildren; and twenty-one great-grandchildren. 
He is preceded in death by his parents; ; wife, and two sisters, Maurine
 Swearingen and LaVerne Burton.

Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 
20, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving guests from 
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A private family graveside service will take place at 
Great Bend Cemetery on Friday, October 21, 2022. 

Memorials have been 
designated to the First Southern Baptist Church, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Grady Palmer Bolding Jr., 92, passed away on October 17, 2022, at 
Ellinwood District Hospital, in Ellinwood, Kan. He was born on August 
13, 1930, in De Queen, Ark. to Grady and Eunice (Pittman) Bolding. On 
May 25, 1950, Grady married Charlotte “Chic” Matson in Smackover, Ark. 
They were married for over 60 years prior to her passing.He spent his working career in the oil and gas industry. This career 
began in 1950 at the National Supply Company Store in Shreveport, La., 
moving up to store manager in 1953 in El Dorado, Ark. In 1955, Grady was
 employed with Tretolite Chemical Company in Magnolia, Ark., and 
starting in 1957, worked as a district manager for them in Great Bend, 
Kan. In 1967, he helped form Gordon Lab, Inc. and after they sold in 
1980, Grady formed his own oil and gas producing company in 1981: Grady 
Bolding Corporation, which is still in operation today.Grady was a member of the American Petroleum Institute and KIOGA, 
both for over 50 years, a member of the National Association for 
Corrosion Engineers – serving as chairman in the 1960s, and served on 
the board of directors for the Great Bend Petroleum Club. He was 
religious affiliated with the First Southern Baptist Church and the 
First Congregational Church, served as Chairman of the Barton County 
Council of Churches and was a volunteer teacher for both youth and adult
 Sunday school for over 40 years. In addition to these professional and 
religious groups, he served as a board member of the NAACP, on the board
 of directors for Farmer’s Bank and Trust, was a member of Kiwanis Club 
of Great Bend, served on scholarship committees, coached Great Bend 
Recreation baseball and football teams, served on the board for the 
Great Bend Country Club, and taught microeconomics classes at Barton 
Community College.Survivors include three sons, Mike (Susie Lee) Bolding, of San. 
Francisco, Cali., Chris (Ursula) Bolding, of Jones, Okla., and Mark (Yan
 Zhu) Bolding of Houston, Tex.; a daughter, Cheryl (Lyle) Gunn of Great 
Bend, Kan.; thirteen grandchildren; and twenty-one great-grandchildren. 
He is preceded in death by his parents; ; wife, and two sisters, Maurine
 Swearingen and LaVerne Burton.Visitation will take place from noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, October 
20, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving guests from 
6:00 to 8:00 p.m. A private family graveside service will take place at 
Great Bend Cemetery on Friday, October 21, 2022. Memorials have been 
designated to the First Southern Baptist Church, in care of Bryant 
Funeral Home.

Grady Palmer Bolding Jr.

Leona Lauren Werner, 96, passed away October 17, 2022, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 15, 1926, on the farm
 near Hamberg, ND, to Oscar &amp; Inga (Simensen) Ambers. She married 
John Frank Werner on October 5, 1952, at Viking Lutheran Country Church 
in ND.&nbsp; He died December 11, 2013.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Leona was a department head of 
TG&amp;Y for several years and also had worked at St. Rose Hospital. She
 was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she took pride in 
teaching Sunday school for many years. Leona also loved spending time 
with her family.

Survivors include, two daughters, Karen Steffan and husband Jerry of 
Great Bend and Meri Werner of Manhattan; a sister, Norma Nicholson of 
Mandon, ND; and seven grandchildren, Kelly Martin (Ron) and their 
children Trevor and Rylee, Tara Dimick (Braden) and their children Hope,
 Cordell and Harmony, Ryan Steffan (Daytona) and their children Callie, 
Maxx, Connor, Payton and Logan, Tyler Currie, Tucker Currie and his 
daughter Violet, Brent Hayen, and Josh Werner and his children, Hallie 
Werner and Karis Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, John F. Werner; her children, Craig Werner and Cheri Werner; 
two brothers, Sander Ambers and Oscar Ambers; and a sister, Betty 
Nielson.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 20,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 
p.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great 
Bend, with Reverend Randy Maki presiding. Interment will be in the Great
 Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Trinity Lutheran 
Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Leona Lauren Werner, 96, passed away October 17, 2022, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 15, 1926, on the farm
 near Hamberg, ND, to Oscar &amp; Inga (Simensen) Ambers. She married 
John Frank Werner on October 5, 1952, at Viking Lutheran Country Church 
in ND.&nbsp; He died December 11, 2013.A longtime Great Bend resident, Leona was a department head of 
TG&amp;Y for several years and also had worked at St. Rose Hospital. She
 was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she took pride in 
teaching Sunday school for many years. Leona also loved spending time 
with her family.Survivors include, two daughters, Karen Steffan and husband Jerry of 
Great Bend and Meri Werner of Manhattan; a sister, Norma Nicholson of 
Mandon, ND; and seven grandchildren, Kelly Martin (Ron) and their 
children Trevor and Rylee, Tara Dimick (Braden) and their children Hope,
 Cordell and Harmony, Ryan Steffan (Daytona) and their children Callie, 
Maxx, Connor, Payton and Logan, Tyler Currie, Tucker Currie and his 
daughter Violet, Brent Hayen, and Josh Werner and his children, Hallie 
Werner and Karis Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, John F. Werner; her children, Craig Werner and Cheri Werner; 
two brothers, Sander Ambers and Oscar Ambers; and a sister, Betty 
Nielson.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 20,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 
p.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great 
Bend, with Reverend Randy Maki presiding. Interment will be in the Great
 Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Trinity Lutheran 
Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Leona Lauren Werner

Our mother, Lillian Rhea Sims, passed away on October 15, 2022, after a 
long and full life. She was born in Russell, Kansas, on July 12, 1926. In 
1931, Lillian moved with her parents, twin sister Ruth and brother Harold
 to a farm six miles northwest of Oakley. She was a wonderful mother who
 was always there when we needed her. She had many friends and was a 
well-loved member of the Oakley community. 
Lillian was predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Susan Rhea, her 
husband of 74 years, Wight Sims, and her daughter Linda Sims. She is 
survived by her children Lana Etling, Bill Sims, Joyce Young and Brett 
Sims. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 8 great 
grandchildren. 
Lillian was an avid quilter, a great gardener, and a faithful member of 
the Oakley United Methodist Church. She enjoyed many years as a 
volunteer at the Second Time Around Shop. One of her greatest joys was 
hosting large family groups for holiday meals and the Neighborhood party
 for the community 10 miles north of Oakley. She will be sadly missed 
and will always hold a place in our hearts. 
There will be a Celebration of Life for Lillian and Wight in the Spring 
of 2023. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Our mother, Lillian Rhea Sims, passed away on October 15, 2022, after a 
long and full life. She was born in Russell, Kansas, on July 12, 1926. In 
1931, Lillian moved with her parents, twin sister Ruth and brother Harold
 to a farm six miles northwest of Oakley. She was a wonderful mother who
 was always there when we needed her. She had many friends and was a 
well-loved member of the Oakley community. 
Lillian was predeceased by her parents, Ralph and Susan Rhea, her 
husband of 74 years, Wight Sims, and her daughter Linda Sims. She is 
survived by her children Lana Etling, Bill Sims, Joyce Young and Brett 
Sims. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 8 great 
grandchildren. 
Lillian was an avid quilter, a great gardener, and a faithful member of 
the Oakley United Methodist Church. She enjoyed many years as a 
volunteer at the Second Time Around Shop. One of her greatest joys was 
hosting large family groups for holiday meals and the Neighborhood party
 for the community 10 miles north of Oakley. She will be sadly missed 
and will always hold a place in our hearts. 
There will be a Celebration of Life for Lillian and Wight in the Spring 
of 2023. For information or condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Lillian Rhea Sims

Terry Joe Kern, 83, passed away on October 17, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born on July 27, 1939, in Great Bend, 
Kan., to Leonard and Opal (Shea) Kern. On October 10, 1959, he married 
Marie Heckens in Great Bend. She survives.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Terry owned Kern Floor Service for
 51 years, as well as ran a taxi and delivery service with his brother, 
Denny. He was a former member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and 
frequently gave to the Dominican Sisters of Peace. Terry had other 
passions as well: he was a tech. inspector for the SRCA Dragstrip, 
operated Great Bend Raceway, remodeled his own properties, worked on 
racing engines to clear his mind, hosted large card parties with his 
wife, liked watching NASCAR races, and especially enjoyed watching his 
grandkids participate in sports and activities.

Survivors include his wife of the home; a son, Pat Kern of Great 
Bend; two daughters, Loretta (Jim) Murphy and Lisa Mohr of Great Bend; 
seven grandchildren, Rex (Lacey) Kern, Jared (Shelby) Kern, Taylor 
Vasquez, Madison Murphy, Dalton Murphy, Kylee Mohr, Slade Mohr; and four
 great-grandchildren, Trenton, Kale, Jett, and Nova. He was preceded in 
death by his parents; brother, Denny Kern; son, Michael Kern; 
son-in-law, Wes Mohr; and grandson-in-law, Adrian Vasquez.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A memorial 
service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. 

Memorials have 
been designated to the Dominican Sisters of Peace or the SRCA Dragstrip,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Terry Joe Kern, 83, passed away on October 17, 2022, at Clara Barton 
Hospital, Hoisington, Kan. He was born on July 27, 1939, in Great Bend, 
Kan., to Leonard and Opal (Shea) Kern. On October 10, 1959, he married 
Marie Heckens in Great Bend. She survives.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Terry owned Kern Floor Service for
 51 years, as well as ran a taxi and delivery service with his brother, 
Denny. He was a former member of St. Patrick Catholic Church and 
frequently gave to the Dominican Sisters of Peace. Terry had other 
passions as well: he was a tech. inspector for the SRCA Dragstrip, 
operated Great Bend Raceway, remodeled his own properties, worked on 
racing engines to clear his mind, hosted large card parties with his 
wife, liked watching NASCAR races, and especially enjoyed watching his 
grandkids participate in sports and activities.Survivors include his wife of the home; a son, Pat Kern of Great 
Bend; two daughters, Loretta (Jim) Murphy and Lisa Mohr of Great Bend; 
seven grandchildren, Rex (Lacey) Kern, Jared (Shelby) Kern, Taylor 
Vasquez, Madison Murphy, Dalton Murphy, Kylee Mohr, Slade Mohr; and four
 great-grandchildren, Trenton, Kale, Jett, and Nova. He was preceded in 
death by his parents; brother, Denny Kern; son, Michael Kern; 
son-in-law, Wes Mohr; and grandson-in-law, Adrian Vasquez.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A memorial 
service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Bryant 
Funeral Home with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Memorials have 
been designated to the Dominican Sisters of Peace or the SRCA Dragstrip,
 in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Terry Joe Kern

Ned Lowry, 89, died Sunday, October 16, 2022, at SunPorch of Dodge City.

He was born May 26, 1933, to Alexander and Olive (Sharp) Lowry in 
northern Kansas on the family farm and ranch.&nbsp; He was the youngest of 8 
siblings. Ned married Dorothy Joan Schurz of Logan, Kansas April 4, 
1953. They have 3 children: R.G. and Nancy Lowry, Tulsa, Oklahoma; 
Rhenda and Dave Field, Dodge City, Kansas; Rejena and Roger Brown, 
Denton, Texas. Ned and Dorothy have 8 grandchildren: Grant, Garrett and 
Austin Lowry; Nick and Curt Field and Shelly Williams; Lindsay Brown and
 Courtney Draper. They have also been blessed with 9 great 
grandchildren.

Ned worked in the oil and gas industry for nearly 50 years. At the 
age of 19, he began his career working on a pulling unit south of Logan,
 Kansas, moving a year later to Norton, Kansas pumping wells. In 1955, 
Ned heard of an oil boom in Kimball, Nebraska, so he took a risk and 
pulled up stakes, moving his family there, where he found employment 
with Petroleum, Inc. Over the next 19 years he worked his way up the 
ranks with the company, moving to Norman, Oklahoma in 1958, then to 
Liberal, Kansas in 1966 as the district superintendent.

Ned recognized a need in the oil and gas industry and seized the 
opportunity. In 1974, he started Lowry’s Lease Management, Inc., a lease
 management service, managing properties for small oil and gas companies
 not located in the mid-west. He and Dorothy worked very hard building 
the business, many times making deals with a gentleman’s handshake, 
until retiring in 2002.

Funeral service will be at 10:30 am Saturday, October 22, 2022 at the
 First United Methodist Church, Dodge City, with Rev. Jerre Nolte and 
Rev. Juan Espinoza officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Maple Grove 
Cemetery, Dodge City.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, October 21, 2022 from 
noon to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.

Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association of Southwest 
Kansas, Hospice of the Prairie, First United Methodist Church or KIOGA 
Education Foundation all in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ned Lowry, 89, died Sunday, October 16, 2022, at SunPorch of Dodge City.He was born May 26, 1933, to Alexander and Olive (Sharp) Lowry in 
northern Kansas on the family farm and ranch.&nbsp; He was the youngest of 8 
siblings. Ned married Dorothy Joan Schurz of Logan, Kansas April 4, 
1953. They have 3 children: R.G. and Nancy Lowry, Tulsa, Oklahoma; 
Rhenda and Dave Field, Dodge City, Kansas; Rejena and Roger Brown, 
Denton, Texas. Ned and Dorothy have 8 grandchildren: Grant, Garrett and 
Austin Lowry; Nick and Curt Field and Shelly Williams; Lindsay Brown and
 Courtney Draper. They have also been blessed with 9 great 
grandchildren.Ned worked in the oil and gas industry for nearly 50 years. At the 
age of 19, he began his career working on a pulling unit south of Logan,
 Kansas, moving a year later to Norton, Kansas pumping wells. In 1955, 
Ned heard of an oil boom in Kimball, Nebraska, so he took a risk and 
pulled up stakes, moving his family there, where he found employment 
with Petroleum, Inc. Over the next 19 years he worked his way up the 
ranks with the company, moving to Norman, Oklahoma in 1958, then to 
Liberal, Kansas in 1966 as the district superintendent.Ned recognized a need in the oil and gas industry and seized the 
opportunity. In 1974, he started Lowry’s Lease Management, Inc., a lease
 management service, managing properties for small oil and gas companies
 not located in the mid-west. He and Dorothy worked very hard building 
the business, many times making deals with a gentleman’s handshake, 
until retiring in 2002.Funeral service will be at 10:30 am Saturday, October 22, 2022 at the
 First United Methodist Church, Dodge City, with Rev. Jerre Nolte and 
Rev. Juan Espinoza officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in Maple Grove 
Cemetery, Dodge City.&nbsp; Visitation will be Friday, October 21, 2022 from 
noon to 8:00 pm with the family present from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm.Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association of Southwest 
Kansas, Hospice of the Prairie, First United Methodist Church or KIOGA 
Education Foundation all in care of Ziegler Funeral Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Ned Lowry

Myron Dale Filbert went to be with his Lord and Savior, Monday, October 17, 2022, with his family by his side.

Myron was born February 18, 1960 to Duane and Cora Lee (Blocher) 
Filbert in Ness City, Kansas and grew up on a farm south of Bazine.&nbsp; He 
attended Bazine Grade School and Ness City High School.&nbsp; Upon 
graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Army and 
was stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and Fort Richardson, Alaska.&nbsp; Upon 
his honorable discharge, Myron worked as a carpenter then as a farmer 
and stockman.

Myron married his one true love, Erin McLaren, on May 30, 1987 in 
Hays, Kansas and they built their family and home on a farm south of 
Bazine.&nbsp; To this union were three daughters, Desirae, Krina, and Leah.&nbsp; 
Myron’s family was his life and he loved them beyond all measure.&nbsp; Myron
 (Papa to his grandchildren) was most happy when building everything 
from club houses to go-kart tracks, hunting and fishing with them, 
watching them participate in sports, and watching them build a life for 
themselves.&nbsp; He was a wonderful brother and Uncle Pooh to his nieces and
 nephews.

Myron (Pooh to his friends) did not know a stranger and enjoyed the 
times playing town-team sports and was most happy when winter arrived 
and there was snow was on the ground to coyote hunt.&nbsp; He was loyal and 
cherished all his friendships.

Myron will be greatly missed by all who knew him.&nbsp; Most remembered by
 his sense of humor in making everyone laugh and enjoy the lighter side 
of life.&nbsp; He was proud of the fact that he beat all odds of cancer for 
12 Years.&nbsp; &nbsp;No obstacle would keep him from living for his family.&nbsp; He 
never let his love and faith in Jesus Christ to falter at any time.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Bret Filbert, 
nephew, Dustin Filbert, great-niece, Maggie Filbert, and daughter, 
Desirae Filbert.

He will be greatly missed by his loving wife and best friend, Erin, 
daughters, Krina Filbert and Leah Filbert-Rodriguez both of Ness City, 
KS.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Jacklyn Briney, Janessa Briney, Brayden Schniepp, 
and Savannah Buller, and great-granddaughter Mia Dale Montiel all of 
Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Step grandchildren, Kevin Rodriguez, Hays, KS, Hector 
Rodriguez Jr., Wichita, KS, Danae Rodriguez, Ness City, KS, Bryce and 
Jace Reinert, Ness City.&nbsp; &nbsp;Sister, Julie Benedict (Reed), Erie, CO, 
brothers, Dwight Filbert (Michele), Lincoln, NE, and Doug Filbert 
(Alison), Milton, FL.

Funeral service will be held at the United Methodist Church, Bazine 
on Thursday, October 20, 2022, 10:30 a.m. Followed by burial in the 
Bazine Cemetery with military graveside rites led by the Olin Cole 
American Legion Post 392, Bazine. Friends may pay their respects and 
sign the book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City, on Wednesday, 
October 19, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The casket will be 
closed.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of the 
Prairie and Prairie Home Health of Dodge City Ks and Hays Medical 
Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute of Hays KS.

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 </figure>Myron Dale Filbert went to be with his Lord and Savior, Monday, October 17, 2022, with his family by his side.Myron was born February 18, 1960 to Duane and Cora Lee (Blocher) 
Filbert in Ness City, Kansas and grew up on a farm south of Bazine.&nbsp; He 
attended Bazine Grade School and Ness City High School.&nbsp; Upon 
graduation, he proudly served his country in the United States Army and 
was stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma and Fort Richardson, Alaska.&nbsp; Upon 
his honorable discharge, Myron worked as a carpenter then as a farmer 
and stockman.Myron married his one true love, Erin McLaren, on May 30, 1987 in 
Hays, Kansas and they built their family and home on a farm south of 
Bazine.&nbsp; To this union were three daughters, Desirae, Krina, and Leah.&nbsp; 
Myron’s family was his life and he loved them beyond all measure.&nbsp; Myron
 (Papa to his grandchildren) was most happy when building everything 
from club houses to go-kart tracks, hunting and fishing with them, 
watching them participate in sports, and watching them build a life for 
themselves.&nbsp; He was a wonderful brother and Uncle Pooh to his nieces and
 nephews.Myron (Pooh to his friends) did not know a stranger and enjoyed the 
times playing town-team sports and was most happy when winter arrived 
and there was snow was on the ground to coyote hunt.&nbsp; He was loyal and 
cherished all his friendships.Myron will be greatly missed by all who knew him.&nbsp; Most remembered by
 his sense of humor in making everyone laugh and enjoy the lighter side 
of life.&nbsp; He was proud of the fact that he beat all odds of cancer for 
12 Years.&nbsp; &nbsp;No obstacle would keep him from living for his family.&nbsp; He 
never let his love and faith in Jesus Christ to falter at any time.He is preceded in death by his parents, brother, Bret Filbert, 
nephew, Dustin Filbert, great-niece, Maggie Filbert, and daughter, 
Desirae Filbert.He will be greatly missed by his loving wife and best friend, Erin, 
daughters, Krina Filbert and Leah Filbert-Rodriguez both of Ness City, 
KS.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Jacklyn Briney, Janessa Briney, Brayden Schniepp, 
and Savannah Buller, and great-granddaughter Mia Dale Montiel all of 
Ness City, KS.&nbsp; Step grandchildren, Kevin Rodriguez, Hays, KS, Hector 
Rodriguez Jr., Wichita, KS, Danae Rodriguez, Ness City, KS, Bryce and 
Jace Reinert, Ness City.&nbsp; &nbsp;Sister, Julie Benedict (Reed), Erie, CO, 
brothers, Dwight Filbert (Michele), Lincoln, NE, and Doug Filbert 
(Alison), Milton, FL.Funeral service will be held at the United Methodist Church, Bazine 
on Thursday, October 20, 2022, 10:30 a.m. Followed by burial in the 
Bazine Cemetery with military graveside rites led by the Olin Cole 
American Legion Post 392, Bazine. Friends may pay their respects and 
sign the book at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City, on Wednesday, 
October 19, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. The casket will be 
closed.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Hospice of the 
Prairie and Prairie Home Health of Dodge City Ks and Hays Medical 
Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute of Hays KS.

Myron Dale Filbert

Jeremy David Dixon, age 40, of Hays, Kansas passed away October 14, 2022, in Colorado.

Arrangements are pending and will be announced&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

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 </figure>Jeremy David Dixon, age 40, of Hays, Kansas passed away October 14, 2022, in Colorado.Arrangements are pending and will be announced&nbsp;Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Jeremy David Dixon

Saturday, November 16th, 1963-Sunday, October 16th, 2022

An obituary is pending at Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/james-sabatka/5047196/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Saturday, November 16th, 1963-Sunday, October 16th, 2022An obituary is pending at Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/james-sabatka/5047196/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

October 16, 1948 ~ October 15, 2022

An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.

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

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 </figure>October 16, 1948 ~ October 15, 2022 An obituary is pending with Koons-Russell Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Jane-Harris">HERE</a> for service details.

Jane (Rauscher) Harris

Elmer J. “Kirk” Kirkpatrick, 86, died October 15, 2022, at Hutchinson
 Regional Medical Center. He was born December 20, 1935, in Bella Vista,
 Arkansas, the son of John W. and Olive J. (Williams) Kirkpatrick.&nbsp; He 
graduated in 1953 from Chanute High School, Chanute, Kansas, and 
immediately enlisted in the Air Force. Thus began his lifelong military 
career.

On December 26, 1958, he married Marilyn Nordstrom in Bushton, Kansas.&nbsp; To them were born a son, Timothy, and a daughter, Janet.

Kirk was stationed in many places during his career, including 
Thailand, the Philippines, Germany; his last assignment being Grand 
Forks, North Dakota.&nbsp; He served in many capacities as a medic, including
 as an independent duty medical technician, and as a chief hospital 
administrator for enlisted staff.&nbsp; Excellence in his field, numerous 
command awards and recognitions helped him attain the highest enlisted 
rank of Chief Master Sergeant. They were active throughout in the Chapel
 programs. He also continued his education during this time and received
 his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.

After 30 years with the Air Force he retired and they moved to 
Bushton, Kansas.&nbsp; Here he was active in the First United Methodist 
Church, and served many years as a city councilman.&nbsp; Kirk was an avid 
hunter and fisherman, and had a great knowledge of and was active with 
the Redwing Collector’s Society.&nbsp; He and Marilyn continued to enjoy 
traveling, and he especially treasured time with his grandchildren and 
great grandchildren. Above all his accomplishments was his faith in 
Jesus Christ, which he recently reconfirmed in the presence of his 
family.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marilyn Kirkpatrick of the 
home; daughter, Janet Dokken and husband Joseph of Lake Nebagamon, 
Wisconsin; three grandchildren, Aaron Dokken and wife Katie, Lauren Burg
 and husband Matthew, and Timothy Dokken; and five great granddaughters,
 Gwenyvere, Verity, and Myrielle Dokken, and Eleanor and Rainy Burg; and
 many loving nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Timothy A. 
Kirkpatrick, four brothers, Earl, Roy, Cecil, and Carl Kirkpatrick; and 
two sisters, Dorothy Dillow and Gladys Jane Kirkpatrick.

Visitation will be 12 to 5 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. 
Family will greet friends Thursday, prior to the service, beginning at 1
 p.m. at the church.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Thursday, October 20th, 
2022, at the United Methodist Church, Bushton, Kansas, with Pastor Diana
 Webster presiding.&nbsp; Military honors will be performed by the McConnell 
Air Force Honor Guard.

Memorials may be made to the Bushton United Methodist Church, or to Love Packages, (<a href="http://LovePackages.org">LovePackages.org</a>) in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Elmer J. “Kirk” Kirkpatrick, 86, died October 15, 2022, at Hutchinson
 Regional Medical Center. He was born December 20, 1935, in Bella Vista,
 Arkansas, the son of John W. and Olive J. (Williams) Kirkpatrick.&nbsp; He 
graduated in 1953 from Chanute High School, Chanute, Kansas, and 
immediately enlisted in the Air Force. Thus began his lifelong military 
career.On December 26, 1958, he married Marilyn Nordstrom in Bushton, Kansas.&nbsp; To them were born a son, Timothy, and a daughter, Janet.Kirk was stationed in many places during his career, including 
Thailand, the Philippines, Germany; his last assignment being Grand 
Forks, North Dakota.&nbsp; He served in many capacities as a medic, including
 as an independent duty medical technician, and as a chief hospital 
administrator for enlisted staff.&nbsp; Excellence in his field, numerous 
command awards and recognitions helped him attain the highest enlisted 
rank of Chief Master Sergeant. They were active throughout in the Chapel
 programs. He also continued his education during this time and received
 his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.After 30 years with the Air Force he retired and they moved to 
Bushton, Kansas.&nbsp; Here he was active in the First United Methodist 
Church, and served many years as a city councilman.&nbsp; Kirk was an avid 
hunter and fisherman, and had a great knowledge of and was active with 
the Redwing Collector’s Society.&nbsp; He and Marilyn continued to enjoy 
traveling, and he especially treasured time with his grandchildren and 
great grandchildren. Above all his accomplishments was his faith in 
Jesus Christ, which he recently reconfirmed in the presence of his 
family.He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Marilyn Kirkpatrick of the 
home; daughter, Janet Dokken and husband Joseph of Lake Nebagamon, 
Wisconsin; three grandchildren, Aaron Dokken and wife Katie, Lauren Burg
 and husband Matthew, and Timothy Dokken; and five great granddaughters,
 Gwenyvere, Verity, and Myrielle Dokken, and Eleanor and Rainy Burg; and
 many loving nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Timothy A. 
Kirkpatrick, four brothers, Earl, Roy, Cecil, and Carl Kirkpatrick; and 
two sisters, Dorothy Dillow and Gladys Jane Kirkpatrick.Visitation will be 12 to 5 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral home. 
Family will greet friends Thursday, prior to the service, beginning at 1
 p.m. at the church.Funeral service will be 2 p.m., Thursday, October 20th, 
2022, at the United Methodist Church, Bushton, Kansas, with Pastor Diana
 Webster presiding.&nbsp; Military honors will be performed by the McConnell 
Air Force Honor Guard.Memorials may be made to the Bushton United Methodist Church, or to Love Packages, (<a href="http://LovePackages.org">LovePackages.org</a>) in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Elmer J. 'Kirk' Kirkpatrick

Ann Elizabeth Reeves, 67, passed away October 15, 2022, at her home 
in Great Bend. She was born November 10, 1954, in Ellinwood, to Loren 
and Jeanine (Rickert) Gowdy. She married Gary Reeves on December 4, 
1971, in Ellinwood.

A longtime area resident, Ann was the owner of Ms. Ann's Daycare. She
 was very passionate about her business and the children she watched. 
Ann enjoyed working on puzzles, flower gardening and cooking. She loved 
to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.

Survivors include, her husband, Gary Reeves of the home; two 
daughters, Marcy Reeves and fiancé Scottie Schmidt and Tracy Reeves all 
of Great Bend; her mother, Jeanine Gowdy of Ellinwood; a brother, Danny 
Gowdy and wife Sue of Great Bend; a sister, Cindy Berscheidt of Great 
Bend; four grandchildren, Tyler Reeves (Aeriana Trimmer), Trinity 
Reeves, Jourdel Reeves and JaLeea Reeves; and two great grandchildren, 
Everhett Reeves and Hazelyn Trimmer. She was preceded in death by her 
father, Loren Gowdy; and a son, Eric Reeves.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, 
October 19, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home and a memorial service will be 
held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, 
with Pastor Mark Williams presiding. Inurnment will be held at Hillcrest
 Memorial Park, Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated to the Ann 
Elizabeth Reeves Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Ann Elizabeth Reeves, 67, passed away October 15, 2022, at her home 
in Great Bend. She was born November 10, 1954, in Ellinwood, to Loren 
and Jeanine (Rickert) Gowdy. She married Gary Reeves on December 4, 
1971, in Ellinwood.A longtime area resident, Ann was the owner of Ms. Ann's Daycare. She
 was very passionate about her business and the children she watched. 
Ann enjoyed working on puzzles, flower gardening and cooking. She loved 
to spend time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great 
grandchildren.Survivors include, her husband, Gary Reeves of the home; two 
daughters, Marcy Reeves and fiancé Scottie Schmidt and Tracy Reeves all 
of Great Bend; her mother, Jeanine Gowdy of Ellinwood; a brother, Danny 
Gowdy and wife Sue of Great Bend; a sister, Cindy Berscheidt of Great 
Bend; four grandchildren, Tyler Reeves (Aeriana Trimmer), Trinity 
Reeves, Jourdel Reeves and JaLeea Reeves; and two great grandchildren, 
Everhett Reeves and Hazelyn Trimmer. She was preceded in death by her 
father, Loren Gowdy; and a son, Eric Reeves.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, 
October 19, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home and a memorial service will be 
held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, 
with Pastor Mark Williams presiding. Inurnment will be held at Hillcrest
 Memorial Park, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to the Ann 
Elizabeth Reeves Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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