Marsha Crook passed away peacefully on June 4, 2022, after a courageous 
battle with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 68. She was born on 
September 30, 1953, in Colby, KS to Lyle and Margaret Gillispie.&nbsp; She 
married Jack Crook on February 15, 1976, and they went on to have two 
sons, Jeff and Jeret. 
With a passion for teaching, Marsha graduated from Colby High School and
 then earned her Bachelor’s of Education from Fort Hays State University
 in 1976. Marsha taught with a servant’s heart and loved setting her 
young students up for future success. Her career spanned three decades 
at four elementary schools: St Dominic Catholic School, Plymell, Jennie 
Wilson, and Holcomb where the families she served described her as 
devoted, patient, and loving. Her legacy of love lives on in the hearts 
of hundreds of students. 
Family and close friends will remember Marsha’s joyful spirit and her 
love of music and dancing. Never will they hear a Journey song again 
without thinking of her. When she wasn’t teaching, you could likely find
 her cheering for KU athletics, selling candles, swimming in her pool, 
and caring for her beloved pets. 
But, her family was her ultimate pride and joy. As a devoted mom, she 
loved supporting her boys in their childhood passion of sprint car 
racing. She championed their strengths and instilled some of her best 
traits of patience and empathy in them. Always a great listener, Marsha 
provided a safe space as a friend and confidant. When her boys had 
children of their own, Marsha became the ultimate grandma by providing a
 fun-filled second home for her grandchildren and taking frequent trips 
to Dallas to spoil the youngest of her grandchildren. 
She is survived by her husband Jack Crook, Jeff and Natalie Crook (Jaden
 and Jenna), Jeret and Laura Crook (Caroline, Henry, and Patrick), her 
siblings Sherri Hiebert, Jodie Ackerman, Randy Gillispie, Richard 
Gillispie. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Turning Point Church Of
 The Nazarene with Rev Nathan Haeck officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in 
Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Finney 
County Humane Society in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences may 
be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654519452300.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Marsha Crook passed away peacefully on June 4, 2022, after a courageous 
battle with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 68. She was born on 
September 30, 1953, in Colby, KS to Lyle and Margaret Gillispie.&nbsp; She 
married Jack Crook on February 15, 1976, and they went on to have two 
sons, Jeff and Jeret. 
With a passion for teaching, Marsha graduated from Colby High School and
 then earned her Bachelor’s of Education from Fort Hays State University
 in 1976. Marsha taught with a servant’s heart and loved setting her 
young students up for future success. Her career spanned three decades 
at four elementary schools: St Dominic Catholic School, Plymell, Jennie 
Wilson, and Holcomb where the families she served described her as 
devoted, patient, and loving. Her legacy of love lives on in the hearts 
of hundreds of students. 
Family and close friends will remember Marsha’s joyful spirit and her 
love of music and dancing. Never will they hear a Journey song again 
without thinking of her. When she wasn’t teaching, you could likely find
 her cheering for KU athletics, selling candles, swimming in her pool, 
and caring for her beloved pets. 
But, her family was her ultimate pride and joy. As a devoted mom, she 
loved supporting her boys in their childhood passion of sprint car 
racing. She championed their strengths and instilled some of her best 
traits of patience and empathy in them. Always a great listener, Marsha 
provided a safe space as a friend and confidant. When her boys had 
children of their own, Marsha became the ultimate grandma by providing a
 fun-filled second home for her grandchildren and taking frequent trips 
to Dallas to spoil the youngest of her grandchildren. 
She is survived by her husband Jack Crook, Jeff and Natalie Crook (Jaden
 and Jenna), Jeret and Laura Crook (Caroline, Henry, and Patrick), her 
siblings Sherri Hiebert, Jodie Ackerman, Randy Gillispie, Richard 
Gillispie. 
Funeral Service will be at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Turning Point Church Of
 The Nazarene with Rev Nathan Haeck officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in 
Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to Finney 
County Humane Society in care of Garnand Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences may 
be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.

Marsha Crook

Gary Alan Biles, 75, passed away June 4, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional
 Medical Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born August 19, 1946, in Great 
Bend, to Orville and Thelma (Cain) Biles. Gary married Julita (Campbell)
 Howard Aug. 10, 1994, in Russell.

Gary had been a Hoisington resident since 1996, coming from Russell 
and Larned, and spent most of his growing up years in Palco.&nbsp; Gary was a
 member of the First United Methodist Church, Hoisington, SRCA, former 
member of the Mid America MOPAR Association, and enjoyed drag racing, 
fishing and hunting in his younger years.&nbsp; During his more active career
 years, Gary managed a fuel station in Larned, worked in construction 
and the oilfield, and was a mechanic, plumber and carpenter.&nbsp; Never 
having idle hands, more recently his time was occupied with lawn care, 
landscaping and tireless volunteerism.

Survivors include his wife, Julita of the home; children, Jeremy 
Biles (Kellie) of Jasper Mo., Ondrya Hardten (Jerry) of Great Bend, 
Christine Schultz (Jared) of Ellsworth, Sheri Howard of Virginia City, 
Minn., and John D. Howard, III of Wahiawa, Hawaii; one brother, Rick 
Biles of Russell; one sister Sara Billinger (John) of Hill City; 15 
grandchildren, Kirk Mannette, Alyssa Mannette, Taylor Biles, Katelyn 
Biles, Kylee Biles, Aaron Scheck, James Waller, Caitlynn Waller, Emily 
Waller, Ryan Schultz, Addie Rose Schultz, Samantha Howard, Ava Haavisto,
 Alexis Howard and Lily Howard; and four great grandchildren, Michael 
Mannette, Kaiser Mannette, Magnolia Biles and James Logan Waller.

He was preceded in death by one brother, John Biles; and two sisters, infant Sharon Biles and Joan Biles.

Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 9, 2022, at First 
United Methodist Church, Hoisington, with Rev. Chris Lehew presiding.&nbsp; 
Cremation will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00
 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 
with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; 

Memorials
 are designated to First United Methodist Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Gary Alan Biles, 75, passed away June 4, 2022, at Hutchinson Regional
 Medical Center, Hutchinson.&nbsp; He was born August 19, 1946, in Great 
Bend, to Orville and Thelma (Cain) Biles. Gary married Julita (Campbell)
 Howard Aug. 10, 1994, in Russell.Gary had been a Hoisington resident since 1996, coming from Russell 
and Larned, and spent most of his growing up years in Palco.&nbsp; Gary was a
 member of the First United Methodist Church, Hoisington, SRCA, former 
member of the Mid America MOPAR Association, and enjoyed drag racing, 
fishing and hunting in his younger years.&nbsp; During his more active career
 years, Gary managed a fuel station in Larned, worked in construction 
and the oilfield, and was a mechanic, plumber and carpenter.&nbsp; Never 
having idle hands, more recently his time was occupied with lawn care, 
landscaping and tireless volunteerism.Survivors include his wife, Julita of the home; children, Jeremy 
Biles (Kellie) of Jasper Mo., Ondrya Hardten (Jerry) of Great Bend, 
Christine Schultz (Jared) of Ellsworth, Sheri Howard of Virginia City, 
Minn., and John D. Howard, III of Wahiawa, Hawaii; one brother, Rick 
Biles of Russell; one sister Sara Billinger (John) of Hill City; 15 
grandchildren, Kirk Mannette, Alyssa Mannette, Taylor Biles, Katelyn 
Biles, Kylee Biles, Aaron Scheck, James Waller, Caitlynn Waller, Emily 
Waller, Ryan Schultz, Addie Rose Schultz, Samantha Howard, Ava Haavisto,
 Alexis Howard and Lily Howard; and four great grandchildren, Michael 
Mannette, Kaiser Mannette, Magnolia Biles and James Logan Waller.He was preceded in death by one brother, John Biles; and two sisters, infant Sharon Biles and Joan Biles.Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, June 9, 2022, at First 
United Methodist Church, Hoisington, with Rev. Chris Lehew presiding.&nbsp; 
Cremation will take place at a later date.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 9:00
 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 
with the family receiving friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Memorials
 are designated to First United Methodist Church, in care of 
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Gary Alan Biles

Zola Faye (Kauffman) Irwin, daughter of Joseph and Agnes (Andrews) 
Kauffman was born August 4, 1928, in rural Cheraw, Colorado, and passed 
from this life in Beloit, Kansas, on May 30, 2022, at the age of 93. Zola 
was the youngest and the last survivor of nine children, 6 brothers, and
 2 sisters. By her telling, she was a favorite especially of the older 
boys, and was protected and a bit spoiled. In 1935, her father and her 
oldest brother Enos both died, one of the hardest events of her family’s
 life and one she talked about throughout her life.

Zola attended grade and high school in Cheraw. She was a popular 
girl with her schoolmates and had many friends in the community and the 
local Mennonite church her family attended. She graduated in 1946 in a 
class of 13 members. She attended Brown Business College in LaJunta, 
Colorado, where she and her mother then resided. She worked in a 
doctor’s office there.

She was married to her high school sweetheart, Paul Irwin after 
his return from 2 years in the US Navy. The wedding took place in the 
home of her brother Alvin and the officiating pastor was her brother 
Jess. Her dress was made by her and her mother with silk that Paul 
brought home from his time in Japan after WWII.

The couple started out in Denver, where Paul attended college and 
Zola worked for another doctor. They soon moved to Hesston, Kansas, 
where he attended college. Over the next ten years, they lived in three 
other small communities in southern Kansas, where he was a student 
pastor.

They had five children over six years, Lloyd, Agnes, Naomi, Greta, and Esther.

Zola served her family by managing their care while Paul finished 
seminary. Paul said she served well as a pastor’s wife and assisted in 
church duties while he was away during the week at school. She was an 
excellent seamstress and made most clothes for the four girls, including
 elaborate matching Easter dresses each year.

As the children became teenagers, Zola worked in the school 
superintendent’s office and the high school library. When they moved to 
Wichita in 1972, she worked in an insurance office. A few years later 
when they retired early from the ministry, they set up a business in 
Hays, and she also worked in the college library. She enjoyed working at
 libraries as she was a voracious reader. During those years, she 
brought her mother, Agnes Kauffman, to live with them, caring for her as
 she aged. They returned to the ministry as their daughter Naomi and her
 family took over the business. After their retirement in 1993, Zola and
 Paul traveled at a leisurely pace across most of the USA and parts of 
Canada while living in their fifth wheel camper they fondly called the 
“Cramalot Inn”. They visited family and friends and saw the sights of 
the USA for three years. They moved to Argonia, Kansas and enjoyed 
longtime friends until moving to Fort Morgan, Colorado for 13 years. 
Tragically, their daughter Naomi Isom died in a car accident in 2003. 
Ten years later, they were invited to live with their daughter Greta in 
Beloit, Kansas and stayed there until Paul died in 2021, followed by 
Zola a year later. They were lovingly cared for by Greta and grandson 
Cas Davis at the home.

Family was Zola’s life work, both immediate, extended, and church 
families. She called people on their birthdays, and played with and 
enjoyed her grandchildren. There were huge holiday gatherings with 
siblings’ families, delicious food, and graceful conversation. She told 
stories of her childhood that were rich in detail and nuance, so we felt
 that she understood how she lived and loved. Her circle of longtime 
friends was large. Yet on her 93rd birthday, she had a party 
with a dozen other “old” ladies that she had met since moving to Beloit.
 Many people we contacted after her death, as well as greeting cards we 
read noted how special she was. Her children agree wholeheartedly; we 
remember so many things she taught us and did for and with us.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Naomi, and her husband 
of 73 years, Paul. She is survived by children, Lloyd (Darlene), Agnes 
(Charles), Greta, and Esther (Terry; 8 grandchildren; 19 
great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be at 11 AM Wednesday, June 22, at the 
Beloit First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may 
be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or the Church.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654452317782.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Zola Faye (Kauffman) Irwin, daughter of Joseph and Agnes (Andrews) 
Kauffman was born August 4, 1928, in rural Cheraw, Colorado, and passed 
from this life in Beloit, Kansas, on May 30, 2022, at the age of 93. Zola 
was the youngest and the last survivor of nine children, 6 brothers, and
 2 sisters. By her telling, she was a favorite especially of the older 
boys, and was protected and a bit spoiled. In 1935, her father and her 
oldest brother Enos both died, one of the hardest events of her family’s
 life and one she talked about throughout her life.Zola attended grade and high school in Cheraw. She was a popular 
girl with her schoolmates and had many friends in the community and the 
local Mennonite church her family attended. She graduated in 1946 in a 
class of 13 members. She attended Brown Business College in LaJunta, 
Colorado, where she and her mother then resided. She worked in a 
doctor’s office there.She was married to her high school sweetheart, Paul Irwin after 
his return from 2 years in the US Navy. The wedding took place in the 
home of her brother Alvin and the officiating pastor was her brother 
Jess. Her dress was made by her and her mother with silk that Paul 
brought home from his time in Japan after WWII.The couple started out in Denver, where Paul attended college and 
Zola worked for another doctor. They soon moved to Hesston, Kansas, 
where he attended college. Over the next ten years, they lived in three 
other small communities in southern Kansas, where he was a student 
pastor.They had five children over six years, Lloyd, Agnes, Naomi, Greta, and Esther.Zola served her family by managing their care while Paul finished 
seminary. Paul said she served well as a pastor’s wife and assisted in 
church duties while he was away during the week at school. She was an 
excellent seamstress and made most clothes for the four girls, including
 elaborate matching Easter dresses each year.As the children became teenagers, Zola worked in the school 
superintendent’s office and the high school library. When they moved to 
Wichita in 1972, she worked in an insurance office. A few years later 
when they retired early from the ministry, they set up a business in 
Hays, and she also worked in the college library. She enjoyed working at
 libraries as she was a voracious reader. During those years, she 
brought her mother, Agnes Kauffman, to live with them, caring for her as
 she aged. They returned to the ministry as their daughter Naomi and her
 family took over the business. After their retirement in 1993, Zola and
 Paul traveled at a leisurely pace across most of the USA and parts of 
Canada while living in their fifth wheel camper they fondly called the 
“Cramalot Inn”. They visited family and friends and saw the sights of 
the USA for three years. They moved to Argonia, Kansas and enjoyed 
longtime friends until moving to Fort Morgan, Colorado for 13 years. 
Tragically, their daughter Naomi Isom died in a car accident in 2003. 
Ten years later, they were invited to live with their daughter Greta in 
Beloit, Kansas and stayed there until Paul died in 2021, followed by 
Zola a year later. They were lovingly cared for by Greta and grandson 
Cas Davis at the home.Family was Zola’s life work, both immediate, extended, and church 
families. She called people on their birthdays, and played with and 
enjoyed her grandchildren. There were huge holiday gatherings with 
siblings’ families, delicious food, and graceful conversation. She told 
stories of her childhood that were rich in detail and nuance, so we felt
 that she understood how she lived and loved. Her circle of longtime 
friends was large. Yet on her 93rd birthday, she had a party 
with a dozen other “old” ladies that she had met since moving to Beloit.
 Many people we contacted after her death, as well as greeting cards we 
read noted how special she was. Her children agree wholeheartedly; we 
remember so many things she taught us and did for and with us.She was preceded in death by her daughter, Naomi, and her husband 
of 73 years, Paul. She is survived by children, Lloyd (Darlene), Agnes 
(Charles), Greta, and Esther (Terry; 8 grandchildren; 19 
great-grandchildren; and 3 great-great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be at 11 AM Wednesday, June 22, at the 
Beloit First United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may 
be given to Solomon Valley Hospice or the Church.

Zola Faye (Kauffman) Irwin

Mary Louise Pfannenstiel, age 72, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, in Wichita, Kansas.

Funeral services will be 10 AM Friday, 
June 10, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor with 
Fr. Damion Richards officiating. Private burial will be in the church 
cemetery.

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

A Munjor Christian Mother’s rosary 
service will be Thursday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service 
at 7 PM all at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains.

Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

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 </figure>Mary Louise Pfannenstiel, age 72, of Hays, Kansas passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, in Wichita, Kansas.Funeral services will be 10 AM Friday, 
June 10, 2022, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Munjor with 
Fr. Damion Richards officiating. Private burial will be in the church 
cemetery.Visitation will be Thursday 5PM – 8PM 
and Friday 9AM- 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and 
Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.A Munjor Christian Mother’s rosary 
service will be Thursday at 6:30 PM followed by a parish vigil service 
at 7 PM all at the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of the High Plains.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Mary Louise Pfannenstiel

Agnes Lucille (Coffman) Noah, was born January 29th, 1937, in Loudon 
County, Tennessee, to Charles Adam and Mary Elizabeth (Bivens) Coffman. 
She passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays,
 KS at the age of 85. She worked many jobs as a dishwasher and 
housekeeper.
 On November 26th, 1957, Agnes was united in marriage to James Pearl 
“JP” Noah and to this union, one daughter was born, Joyce Diane.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Jake McCoy, 
Clyde, Pearley, Paul Dale, John Henry and sisters; Rossi May, Rosie 
and Betty Jane.
 She is survived by a daughter, Joyce Stephenson and fiancé Eric 
Gosla of Downs, KS; grandchildren; Robbie Noah (Samantha), JP Noah 
“Nugget” and Vincent Stephenson; sister Mary Jo and many nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Agnes--Lucille-Noah?obId=25033373#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Agnes Lucille (Coffman) Noah, was born January 29th, 1937, in Loudon 
County, Tennessee, to Charles Adam and Mary Elizabeth (Bivens) Coffman. 
She passed away Friday, June 3, 2022, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays,
 KS at the age of 85. She worked many jobs as a dishwasher and 
housekeeper.
 On November 26th, 1957, Agnes was united in marriage to James Pearl 
“JP” Noah and to this union, one daughter was born, Joyce Diane.
 She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers; Jake McCoy, 
Clyde, Pearley, Paul Dale, John Henry and sisters; Rossi May, Rosie 
and Betty Jane.
 She is survived by a daughter, Joyce Stephenson and fiancé Eric 
Gosla of Downs, KS; grandchildren; Robbie Noah (Samantha), JP Noah 
“Nugget” and Vincent Stephenson; sister Mary Jo and many nieces and 
nephews.&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.rfmortuaries.com/obituaries/Agnes--Lucille-Noah?obId=25033373#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Agnes Lucille (Coffman) Noah

Terry Salmans, 71, passed away June 4, 2022, at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.

He was born September 23, 1950, in Jetmore; the son of Junior and Maxine McKibbin Salmans.

A lifetime area resident, he was a member of the First Baptist 
Church, Hanston, volunteered on the Hanston Fire Department, was a past 
member of the Hanston School Board and Hanston City Council and was a 
member of the Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association.&nbsp;&nbsp; Prior to
 owning and operating Salmans Trucking; he worked with the family 
business’ Salmans Harvesting and Salmans Construction.

On September 29, 1972, he married Danetta Schartz in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Other survivors include; his mother, Maxine Salmans, Jetmore, two 
daughters, Tara Salmans, Dodge City and Sidni (Mitchell) Durler, 
Jetmore; two brothers, Jay (Jeanne) Salmans, Montezuma and Lane (Lisa) 
Salmans, Gruver, Texas; his granddaughter Dylan Durler and his grandson 
Dalton Durler; a brother-in-law, Jim Byrum, Dodge City and three 
sisters-in-law, Cetra Salmans, Hays, and Eddi Spacil and Jacque Knop 
both of Wakeeney and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by; his father, Junior Salmans, a brother, Marc Salmans and a sister, Janet Byrum.

Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, 
Hanston with Pastor Rod McMillan presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday with family present from 6-8pm at Beckwith 
Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, 
Jetmore, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to the Hodgeman County EMS, Hodgeman County 
Fire or the Hodgeman County Health Center, all in care of Beckwith 
Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp; Personal condolences may
 be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.

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 </figure>Terry Salmans, 71, passed away June 4, 2022, at Hodgeman County Health Center, Jetmore.He was born September 23, 1950, in Jetmore; the son of Junior and Maxine McKibbin Salmans.A lifetime area resident, he was a member of the First Baptist 
Church, Hanston, volunteered on the Hanston Fire Department, was a past 
member of the Hanston School Board and Hanston City Council and was a 
member of the Owner Operator Independent Drivers Association.&nbsp;&nbsp; Prior to
 owning and operating Salmans Trucking; he worked with the family 
business’ Salmans Harvesting and Salmans Construction.On September 29, 1972, he married Danetta Schartz in Great Bend, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Other survivors include; his mother, Maxine Salmans, Jetmore, two 
daughters, Tara Salmans, Dodge City and Sidni (Mitchell) Durler, 
Jetmore; two brothers, Jay (Jeanne) Salmans, Montezuma and Lane (Lisa) 
Salmans, Gruver, Texas; his granddaughter Dylan Durler and his grandson 
Dalton Durler; a brother-in-law, Jim Byrum, Dodge City and three 
sisters-in-law, Cetra Salmans, Hays, and Eddi Spacil and Jacque Knop 
both of Wakeeney and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by; his father, Junior Salmans, a brother, Marc Salmans and a sister, Janet Byrum.Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at First Baptist Church, 
Hanston with Pastor Rod McMillan presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 
a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday with family present from 6-8pm at Beckwith 
Funeral Home, Jetmore.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, 
Jetmore, Kansas.Memorials may be given to the Hodgeman County EMS, Hodgeman County 
Fire or the Hodgeman County Health Center, all in care of Beckwith 
Funeral Home, P.O. Box 663, Jetmore, KS 67854.&nbsp; Personal condolences may
 be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithfuneralhome.com">www.beckwithfuneralhome.com</a>.

Terry Salmans

Adolph “Duff” Gerard Laska was called home Thursday,
 June 2nd, 2022. He was born December 31st, 1960, in Omaha, Nebraska to 
Adolph J. and Lucille L. Laska. Duff graduated from Stockton High School
 in 1979, continuing his education at Dodge City Junior College on a 
track scholarship.

He previously worked at OCCK, serving at the Saline County Sheriff’s 
Department, a Marshall of Tipton, KS, Sheriff’s Deputy in Mitchell 
County, as well as a local commercial and residential electrician. Duff 
also worked for the city of Salina as a groundskeeper before retiring. 
Duff loved fishing, watching Nebraska Huskers football, motorcycles, 
building model airplanes, gardening and his animals, but being a 
grandfather gave him the greatest joy.

Duff married the love of his life Ada M. Browning of Mankato, 
Minnesota on March 21st, 1987, in Greeley, Colorado. They were blessed 
with six children and thirteen grandchildren. Duff leaves behind his 
wife of thirty-five years, Ada Laska, his sons: Seth Laska (Jamie), 
Valen Laska (Hannah), and Shaw Laska (Chloe) of Salina KS, his 
daughters: Cameron Laska of Topeka, KS, Mariah Bieker of Brookville, KS,
 and Shea Orth (Curtis) of Minneapolis, KS, his seven grandsons and five
 granddaughters. His sisters Connie Kriley, Cindy Murphy (Stan), Virgi 
Laska, Michelle Laska, Lucy Beilman, brother-in-law Gary Scott, and 
numerous nieces and nephews. Duff was preceded in death by his daughter 
Kyra, parents Adolph and Lucille Laska, his sister Katy Scott, and 
brother-in-law Eldon Kriley.

Visitation will be held Monday, June 6th, 2022, at Ryan Mortuary from
 5:00-8:00 p.m., with vigil at 6 p.m. Mass will be held Tuesday, June 
7th, 2022, at Sacred Heart Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. His family will have a
 private burial.

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Adolph “Duff” Gerard Laska was called home Thursday,
 June 2nd, 2022. He was born December 31st, 1960, in Omaha, Nebraska to 
Adolph J. and Lucille L. Laska. Duff graduated from Stockton High School
 in 1979, continuing his education at Dodge City Junior College on a 
track scholarship.He previously worked at OCCK, serving at the Saline County Sheriff’s 
Department, a Marshall of Tipton, KS, Sheriff’s Deputy in Mitchell 
County, as well as a local commercial and residential electrician. Duff 
also worked for the city of Salina as a groundskeeper before retiring. 
Duff loved fishing, watching Nebraska Huskers football, motorcycles, 
building model airplanes, gardening and his animals, but being a 
grandfather gave him the greatest joy.Duff married the love of his life Ada M. Browning of Mankato, 
Minnesota on March 21st, 1987, in Greeley, Colorado. They were blessed 
with six children and thirteen grandchildren. Duff leaves behind his 
wife of thirty-five years, Ada Laska, his sons: Seth Laska (Jamie), 
Valen Laska (Hannah), and Shaw Laska (Chloe) of Salina KS, his 
daughters: Cameron Laska of Topeka, KS, Mariah Bieker of Brookville, KS,
 and Shea Orth (Curtis) of Minneapolis, KS, his seven grandsons and five
 granddaughters. His sisters Connie Kriley, Cindy Murphy (Stan), Virgi 
Laska, Michelle Laska, Lucy Beilman, brother-in-law Gary Scott, and 
numerous nieces and nephews. Duff was preceded in death by his daughter 
Kyra, parents Adolph and Lucille Laska, his sister Katy Scott, and 
brother-in-law Eldon Kriley.Visitation will be held Monday, June 6th, 2022, at Ryan Mortuary from
 5:00-8:00 p.m., with vigil at 6 p.m. Mass will be held Tuesday, June 
7th, 2022, at Sacred Heart Cathedral at 10:00 a.m. His family will have a
 private burial.

Adolph 'Duff' Gerard Laska

Leo
 Melvin Schoonover, age 85, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 
the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 20, 1936, in Scott City.&nbsp; Leo was the son of Melvin &amp; 
Genevieve Rictor Schoonover.&nbsp; Leo was a lifetime resident of Scott City,
 Kansas.

Leo
 was a shoeshine boy at Chick’s Barber Shop early in his life.&nbsp; Later he
 was a Linotype operator at The News Chronicle newspaper in Scott City.&nbsp;
 He later owned and operated Schoonover Printing in Scott City from 1974
 until retiring in 2006.&nbsp; Leo enjoyed deer hunting with his uncles, 
bowling with his friends, fishing with his kids, and camping with the 
family.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, 
KS.

On June 18, 1971, he married Marlene Smith in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She passed away on July 24, 2019, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors
 include his Son - Doug &amp; his wife Vonnie Schoonover of Vero Beach, 
Florida, His&nbsp; Daughter - Kaye Schoonover of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 
Two Sisters - Verda Dietz of Hays, Kansas, and Letha Williamson of 
Baldwin City, Kansas, One Granddaughter - Lexy Schoonover of Sunrise, 
Florida, One Grandson - Alex Schoonover of Fort Collins, Colorado,&nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife - Marlene.

Memorial
 services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the 
First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas, with Garee Geist-Smith 
Licensed Minister Christian Church (DOC) presiding.&nbsp;

Memorials
 may be written to the Scott County Library in care of Price &amp; Sons 
Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

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 </figure>Leo
 Melvin Schoonover, age 85, passed away on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 
the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born on 
September 20, 1936, in Scott City.&nbsp; Leo was the son of Melvin &amp; 
Genevieve Rictor Schoonover.&nbsp; Leo was a lifetime resident of Scott City,
 Kansas.Leo
 was a shoeshine boy at Chick’s Barber Shop early in his life.&nbsp; Later he
 was a Linotype operator at The News Chronicle newspaper in Scott City.&nbsp;
 He later owned and operated Schoonover Printing in Scott City from 1974
 until retiring in 2006.&nbsp; Leo enjoyed deer hunting with his uncles, 
bowling with his friends, fishing with his kids, and camping with the 
family.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Christian Church in Scott City, 
KS.On June 18, 1971, he married Marlene Smith in Scott City, Kansas.&nbsp; She passed away on July 24, 2019, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors
 include his Son - Doug &amp; his wife Vonnie Schoonover of Vero Beach, 
Florida, His&nbsp; Daughter - Kaye Schoonover of Colorado Springs, Colorado, 
Two Sisters - Verda Dietz of Hays, Kansas, and Letha Williamson of 
Baldwin City, Kansas, One Granddaughter - Lexy Schoonover of Sunrise, 
Florida, One Grandson - Alex Schoonover of Fort Collins, Colorado,&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife - Marlene.Memorial
 services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, June 11, 2022, at the 
First Christian Church in Scott City, Kansas, with Garee Geist-Smith 
Licensed Minister Christian Church (DOC) presiding.&nbsp;There will be no calling times.Memorials
 may be written to the Scott County Library in care of Price &amp; Sons 
Funeral Home, PO Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Leo Melvin Schoonover

Margaret Marie Zecha, 96, passed away June 3, 2022, at Diversicare of
 Larned. She was born on June 9, 1925, in Hitschmann to William and 
Clara (Hoffman) Krier. She married Irvin Steve Zecha on April 29, 1947. 
He died August 22, 1990.

A resident of Great Bend since 1947, coming from Claflin, Margaret 
was an active owner and operator of Irvin S. Zecha Custom 
Combining/Irvin S. Zecha and Sons Custom Combining from 1947 to 1990, 
cooking tirelessly for the crew. She was a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, Altar Society 
and Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, puzzles, volunteering
 at Riley School, and playing cards with her family and friends.&nbsp; Above 
all, she cherished time spent with her family.

Survivors include, four sons, Rocky Zecha (Cindy), Kelly Zecha 
(Rehna) and Kirk Zecha (Jill) all of Great Bend, and Clay Zecha 
(Kristine) of Maize; a daughter, Brenda Flynn (Don) of Great Bend; a 
sister, Catherine Seifert of Hunter; and 25 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Irvin Zecha; a
 son, Ronald Zecha; her brother, Bernard Krier and his wife Marilyn; a 
granddaughter, Amanda Zecha; and a brother-in-law Gene Seifert.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday June 
8, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. 
and Vigil service with Daughters of Isabella Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of
 Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., June 9, at St. Rose of 
Lima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park 
in Great Bend. 

Memorials have been designated to American Heart 
Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Margaret Marie Zecha, 96, passed away June 3, 2022, at Diversicare of
 Larned. She was born on June 9, 1925, in Hitschmann to William and 
Clara (Hoffman) Krier. She married Irvin Steve Zecha on April 29, 1947. 
He died August 22, 1990.A resident of Great Bend since 1947, coming from Claflin, Margaret 
was an active owner and operator of Irvin S. Zecha Custom 
Combining/Irvin S. Zecha and Sons Custom Combining from 1947 to 1990, 
cooking tirelessly for the crew. She was a member of Prince of Peace 
Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, Altar Society 
and Daughters of Isabella.&nbsp; She enjoyed gardening, puzzles, volunteering
 at Riley School, and playing cards with her family and friends.&nbsp; Above 
all, she cherished time spent with her family.Survivors include, four sons, Rocky Zecha (Cindy), Kelly Zecha 
(Rehna) and Kirk Zecha (Jill) all of Great Bend, and Clay Zecha 
(Kristine) of Maize; a daughter, Brenda Flynn (Don) of Great Bend; a 
sister, Catherine Seifert of Hunter; and 25 grandchildren and 24 great 
grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Irvin Zecha; a
 son, Ronald Zecha; her brother, Bernard Krier and his wife Marilyn; a 
granddaughter, Amanda Zecha; and a brother-in-law Gene Seifert.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday June 
8, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. 
and Vigil service with Daughters of Isabella Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of
 Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., June 9, at St. Rose of 
Lima Catholic Church. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park 
in Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to American Heart 
Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Margaret Marie Zecha

Tom B. Huslig, 74, passed away June 2, 2022, at Good Samaritan 
Society, Ellsworth.&nbsp; He was born March 30, 1948, in Wichita, to Bernard 
and Marie (Riedel) Huslig.

Tom, a lifetime resident of the Claflin area, was a farmer, enjoying 
all aspects of farm life (except fixing fence), especially mowing the 
farm yard.&nbsp; Tom attended Immaculate Conception School and graduated from
 Claflin High School in 1967. Tom was a member the Sunflower Polka Club,
 Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Knights of Columbus 
Council #2630, Odin, and was an Altar Server for 42 years.&nbsp; He was 
especially fond of being an uncle and great uncle and passionate about 
Claflin football and basketball.&nbsp;

Survivors include three nieces Tina Firgens (Keith), Lisa 
Pflughoeft-Goetz (Todd) and Diana Brooks (Brycin); great nieces and 
nephews, Paige Goetz, Tyler Goetz, Peyton Firgens and Logan Firgens; and
 one brother-in-law, Father Russ Mower of Dallas.&nbsp; He was preceded in 
death by his parents and sister, Vickie Mower.

Mass of Christian Burial will 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2022, at 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, with Father Terrance 
Klein and Father Russ Mower Concelebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at 
Claflin Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, 
June 9, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Vigil with Knights of 
Columbus, Council #2630, Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be given to 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Claflin Ambulance Service, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

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 </figure>Tom B. Huslig, 74, passed away June 2, 2022, at Good Samaritan 
Society, Ellsworth.&nbsp; He was born March 30, 1948, in Wichita, to Bernard 
and Marie (Riedel) Huslig.Tom, a lifetime resident of the Claflin area, was a farmer, enjoying 
all aspects of farm life (except fixing fence), especially mowing the 
farm yard.&nbsp; Tom attended Immaculate Conception School and graduated from
 Claflin High School in 1967. Tom was a member the Sunflower Polka Club,
 Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Knights of Columbus 
Council #2630, Odin, and was an Altar Server for 42 years.&nbsp; He was 
especially fond of being an uncle and great uncle and passionate about 
Claflin football and basketball.&nbsp;Survivors include three nieces Tina Firgens (Keith), Lisa 
Pflughoeft-Goetz (Todd) and Diana Brooks (Brycin); great nieces and 
nephews, Paige Goetz, Tyler Goetz, Peyton Firgens and Logan Firgens; and
 one brother-in-law, Father Russ Mower of Dallas.&nbsp; He was preceded in 
death by his parents and sister, Vickie Mower.Mass of Christian Burial will 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 10, 2022, at 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, with Father Terrance 
Klein and Father Russ Mower Concelebrating.&nbsp; Interment will follow at 
Claflin Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Thursday, 
June 9, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.&nbsp; Vigil with Knights of 
Columbus, Council #2630, Rosary will be 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 9, at 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to 
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or Claflin Ambulance Service, in 
care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Tom B. Huslig

Joyce Elaine (Hulse) Harkness, 81, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at her home with her husband and daughter by her
 side.

Joyce was born August 15, 1940, in Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of
 five children born to Ray and Helen (Martin) Hulse.&nbsp; At the age of two,
 her family moved to Russell, Kansas where she grew up and attended 
school.

Joyce was united in marriage to Clarence Wayne Harkness on October 
14, 1956, in Russell.&nbsp; Wayne was in the military so they moved around to 
several Air Force bases before returning to Wichita after his 
retirement.

Joyce enjoyed knitting, crocheting and collecting Teddy Bears, but was very proud to be an Air Force Officer’s wife.

Joyce’s surviving family include her husband of 65 years, Wayne of 
the home; daughter, Linda Dudley; son, Stephen Harkness, Michael 
Harkness and Shaun Harkness; brother, Joe Hulse; nine grandchildren and 
19 great grandchildren.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, three infants and brothers, Jerry Hulse and Donald Hulse; sister, Kathy McDonald.

Celebration of Joyce’s Life will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, June 6, 
2022, at the Otterbien United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at 
the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 
11:30 AM, Monday, June 6, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, is in charge of these 
arrangements.

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 </figure>Joyce Elaine (Hulse) Harkness, 81, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away 
Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at her home with her husband and daughter by her
 side.Joyce was born August 15, 1940, in Plainville, Kansas.&nbsp; She was one of
 five children born to Ray and Helen (Martin) Hulse.&nbsp; At the age of two,
 her family moved to Russell, Kansas where she grew up and attended 
school.Joyce was united in marriage to Clarence Wayne Harkness on October 
14, 1956, in Russell.&nbsp; Wayne was in the military so they moved around to 
several Air Force bases before returning to Wichita after his 
retirement.Joyce enjoyed knitting, crocheting and collecting Teddy Bears, but was very proud to be an Air Force Officer’s wife.Joyce’s surviving family include her husband of 65 years, Wayne of 
the home; daughter, Linda Dudley; son, Stephen Harkness, Michael 
Harkness and Shaun Harkness; brother, Joe Hulse; nine grandchildren and 
19 great grandchildren.Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, three infants and brothers, Jerry Hulse and Donald Hulse; sister, Kathy McDonald.Celebration of Joyce’s Life will be held at 1:00 PM, Monday, June 6, 
2022, at the Otterbien United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Burial will follow at 
the Russell City Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 
11:30 AM, Monday, June 6, 2022, at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary.&nbsp; 
Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, is in charge of these 
arrangements.

Joyce E. Harkness

Lester David Burns Jr., 86, passed away June 2, 2022. He was born in
 Larned, on March 13, 1936, to Lester David and Elsie (Crawford) Burns, 
Sr.Lester married Bettie Jean Sinclair on September 4, 1955. They shared
 almost 67 years together.

Lester is survived by: his wife, Bettie Burns (Sinclair); daughters, 
Cheryl Sykes (Scott) and Carol Harvey; sons, Todd Burns (Kimberly) and 
Raymond Burns (Katrina); sister, Anita Smith; eight grandchildren; and 
nine great-grandchildren.

He was proceeded in death by: his father and mother; sisters, Pearl and Betty; and brothers, Archie and John.

Lester graduated from Larned High School and went directly into the 
United States Navy. He served four years in active duty on the U.S. Los 
Angeles and four years on active reserve. After serving in the Navy, 
Lester held various jobs until he became a Hutchinson firefighter, where
 he served 22 years on the department. He also ran his own construction 
business until he permanently retired. Lester was a member of Our 
Redeemer Lutheran Church. He enjoyed helping others and volunteered at 
the Reno County Museum, Hutchinson Cosmosphere, Salt Company, RSVP, and 
Meals on Wheels. In addition, he enjoyed traveling, boating, 
waterskiing, cars, car shows, and playing pool. Lester loved watching 
basketball and was an avid follower of the KU basketball team. Most of 
all, he loved spending time with his wife and family.

Lester’s life will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2022, at 
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 East 12th Ave., Hutchinson. 
Visitation, with the family present, will be from 10:00 a.m. until 
service time Monday at the church. Private inurnment will be in Larned 
Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor
 Guard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson 
Community College Endowment Association (for Fire Science Scholarship), 
in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Lester David Burns Jr., 86, passed away June 2, 2022. He was born in
 Larned, on March 13, 1936, to Lester David and Elsie (Crawford) Burns, 
Sr.Lester married Bettie Jean Sinclair on September 4, 1955. They shared
 almost 67 years together.Lester is survived by: his wife, Bettie Burns (Sinclair); daughters, 
Cheryl Sykes (Scott) and Carol Harvey; sons, Todd Burns (Kimberly) and 
Raymond Burns (Katrina); sister, Anita Smith; eight grandchildren; and 
nine great-grandchildren.He was proceeded in death by: his father and mother; sisters, Pearl and Betty; and brothers, Archie and John.Lester graduated from Larned High School and went directly into the 
United States Navy. He served four years in active duty on the U.S. Los 
Angeles and four years on active reserve. After serving in the Navy, 
Lester held various jobs until he became a Hutchinson firefighter, where
 he served 22 years on the department. He also ran his own construction 
business until he permanently retired. Lester was a member of Our 
Redeemer Lutheran Church. He enjoyed helping others and volunteered at 
the Reno County Museum, Hutchinson Cosmosphere, Salt Company, RSVP, and 
Meals on Wheels. In addition, he enjoyed traveling, boating, 
waterskiing, cars, car shows, and playing pool. Lester loved watching 
basketball and was an avid follower of the KU basketball team. Most of 
all, he loved spending time with his wife and family.Lester’s life will be celebrated 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 6, 2022, at 
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, 407 East 12th Ave., Hutchinson. 
Visitation, with the family present, will be from 10:00 a.m. until 
service time Monday at the church. Private inurnment will be in Larned 
Cemetery, with military honors conducted by the United States Navy Honor
 Guard.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson 
Community College Endowment Association (for Fire Science Scholarship), 
in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Lester David Burns Jr.

Tuesday, December 5th, 2000-Thursday, June 2nd, 2022

An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Tuesday, December 5th, 2000-Thursday, June 2nd, 2022An obituary and services are pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Jake Anthony Geisinger

Janet G. Howard, age 86,&nbsp;formerly of Ottawa, passed away on&nbsp;Sunday,&nbsp;May 8, 2022, at&nbsp;the Wheat State Manor Care Center in Whitewater, Kansas.

She&nbsp;was born January 1, 1936, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to&nbsp;Roy and Alma&nbsp;(Haskett)Edwards. &nbsp;Janet was married to Patrick Howard for over 30 years&nbsp;when they separated.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Janet grew up in Stillwater and was a&nbsp;1957 graduate of Stillwater High School. &nbsp;She was a nurses aid for a number of years and was a cook at Baker University in Baldwin City, and she retired in 2001.&nbsp;&nbsp;She has been a resident at the care&nbsp;center for the last four years.&nbsp;Janet loved all her family dearly.

Survivors include her children,&nbsp;Lynda&nbsp;Falley and husband,&nbsp;Duane,&nbsp;Victoria,&nbsp;KS;&nbsp;Jeanie Shackelford,&nbsp;Andover,&nbsp;KS;&nbsp;and Jerry&nbsp;Howard and wife,&nbsp;Laurie,&nbsp;Medford OR; her&nbsp;seven&nbsp;grandchildren; her&nbsp;11great grandchildren;&nbsp;her sister,&nbsp;Patricia Mason,&nbsp;Topeka,&nbsp;KS; herbrother,&nbsp;Tommy Edwards,&nbsp;Wichita, KS;&nbsp;and&nbsp;many nieces; and&nbsp;nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents Roy and Alma Edwards; her&nbsp;brothers,&nbsp;Ernest Edwards;&nbsp;Roy Gerald&nbsp;Edwards;&nbsp;Mike&nbsp;Edwards;&nbsp;and&nbsp;her former&nbsp;husband,&nbsp;Patrick Howard.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services were held at&nbsp;10:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at the&nbsp;Rock Creek Church of Christ,&nbsp;2264 South Hwy 59,&nbsp;Ottawa, Kansas 66067.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial was in the&nbsp;FoutsCemetery in Ottawa, Kansas.

The family suggest&nbsp;memorial gifts may be made to:&nbsp;The Rock Creek Church of Christ.&nbsp;

This&nbsp;obituary was published for the local family by&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary&nbsp;of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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>Janet G. Howard, age 86,&nbsp;formerly of Ottawa, passed away on&nbsp;Sunday,&nbsp;May 8, 2022, at&nbsp;the Wheat State Manor Care Center in Whitewater, Kansas.She&nbsp;was born January 1, 1936, in Stillwater, Oklahoma, to&nbsp;Roy and Alma&nbsp;(Haskett)Edwards. &nbsp;Janet was married to Patrick Howard for over 30 years&nbsp;when they separated.&nbsp;&nbsp;Janet grew up in Stillwater and was a&nbsp;1957 graduate of Stillwater High School. &nbsp;She was a nurses aid for a number of years and was a cook at Baker University in Baldwin City, and she retired in 2001.&nbsp;&nbsp;She has been a resident at the care&nbsp;center for the last four years.&nbsp;Janet loved all her family dearly.Survivors include her children,&nbsp;Lynda&nbsp;Falley and husband,&nbsp;Duane,&nbsp;Victoria,&nbsp;KS;&nbsp;Jeanie Shackelford,&nbsp;Andover,&nbsp;KS;&nbsp;and Jerry&nbsp;Howard and wife,&nbsp;Laurie,&nbsp;Medford OR; her&nbsp;seven&nbsp;grandchildren; her&nbsp;11great grandchildren;&nbsp;her sister,&nbsp;Patricia Mason,&nbsp;Topeka,&nbsp;KS; herbrother,&nbsp;Tommy Edwards,&nbsp;Wichita, KS;&nbsp;and&nbsp;many nieces; and&nbsp;nephews.She is preceded in death by her parents Roy and Alma Edwards; her&nbsp;brothers,&nbsp;Ernest Edwards;&nbsp;Roy Gerald&nbsp;Edwards;&nbsp;Mike&nbsp;Edwards;&nbsp;and&nbsp;her former&nbsp;husband,&nbsp;Patrick Howard.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services were held at&nbsp;10:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at the&nbsp;Rock Creek Church of Christ,&nbsp;2264 South Hwy 59,&nbsp;Ottawa, Kansas 66067.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial was in the&nbsp;FoutsCemetery in Ottawa, Kansas.The family suggest&nbsp;memorial gifts may be made to:&nbsp;The Rock Creek Church of Christ.&nbsp;This&nbsp;obituary was published for the local family by&nbsp;Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary&nbsp;of Hays, 1919 East 22nd&nbsp;Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.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>

Janet G. Howard

Mary Kay (Younger) Carpenter, 73, of North Loup, NE, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Tiffany Square Care Center with family at her side. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay’s life will be celebrated on June 10, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Curran Funeral Chapel. &nbsp;Pastor Mark Hartley will officiate.&nbsp;Online condolences for the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.curranfuneralchapel.com/">https://www.curranfuneralchapel.com</a>.&nbsp; Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice or to a memorial fund to be determined later.&nbsp;Curran Funeral Chapel is assisting the family. &nbsp;

Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;was born on January 15, 1949, in Hays, KS. &nbsp;She was the daughter of Albert and Doris (Linenberger) Younger. &nbsp;She grew up in Victoria, KS graduating from high school in 1967. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;owned and operated&nbsp;Town and County&nbsp;Café in Spearville, KS until moving to St. Paul, NE in 1977. &nbsp;She was parts manager at St. Paul Equipment until 1990 when she moved to Grand Island, NE where she owned and operated The Costume Gallery for&nbsp;20 plus years. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;was a gifted seamstress. &nbsp;

Her pride and joy were crafting costumes for the major productions of many schools and colleges throughout the state. &nbsp;She had an eye for style and could create unique pieces from new and repurposed items. &nbsp;She treasured the friendships formed while&nbsp;working with school theatre staff and students. She was an avid collector&nbsp;of vintage items&nbsp;and enjoyed bowling,&nbsp;golfing,&nbsp;and camping.&nbsp;

Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;is survived by her beloved partner of 27 years,&nbsp;Elwyne&nbsp;Myers of North Loup, NE daughters, Tammy Mattison of Topeka, KS,&nbsp;Tracy Strecker of Overland Park,&nbsp;KS, Thais&nbsp;Schmitz of Charlotte, NC,&nbsp;son, Todd Carpenter of Grand Island, NE

Others left to cherish her memory include her grandchildren, Paige (Matt) Simpson, Jett and&nbsp;Kort&nbsp;Mattison, Riley Carpenter, Lola and Eva Schmitz, and great-granddaughter Madden Simpson, brother, Marlin (Sue) Younger of Litchfield Park, AZ and sisters, Magdalen (Gregg) Pechanec of Hays, KS and Myra (George) Younger of Victoria, KS.

Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Doris Younger, infant brother, Michael Younger,&nbsp;brother and sister-in-law,&nbsp;Mark&nbsp;and&nbsp;Twila&nbsp;Younger.

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 </figure>Mary Kay (Younger) Carpenter, 73, of North Loup, NE, died Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Tiffany Square Care Center with family at her side. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay’s life will be celebrated on June 10, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at Curran Funeral Chapel. &nbsp;Pastor Mark Hartley will officiate.&nbsp;Online condolences for the family may be left at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.curranfuneralchapel.com/">https://www.curranfuneralchapel.com</a>.&nbsp; Contributions may be made to a charity of your choice or to a memorial fund to be determined later.&nbsp;Curran Funeral Chapel is assisting the family. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;was born on January 15, 1949, in Hays, KS. &nbsp;She was the daughter of Albert and Doris (Linenberger) Younger. &nbsp;She grew up in Victoria, KS graduating from high school in 1967. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;owned and operated&nbsp;Town and County&nbsp;Café in Spearville, KS until moving to St. Paul, NE in 1977. &nbsp;She was parts manager at St. Paul Equipment until 1990 when she moved to Grand Island, NE where she owned and operated The Costume Gallery for&nbsp;20 plus years. &nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;was a gifted seamstress. &nbsp;Her pride and joy were crafting costumes for the major productions of many schools and colleges throughout the state. &nbsp;She had an eye for style and could create unique pieces from new and repurposed items. &nbsp;She treasured the friendships formed while&nbsp;working with school theatre staff and students. She was an avid collector&nbsp;of vintage items&nbsp;and enjoyed bowling,&nbsp;golfing,&nbsp;and camping.&nbsp;Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;is survived by her beloved partner of 27 years,&nbsp;Elwyne&nbsp;Myers of North Loup, NE daughters, Tammy Mattison of Topeka, KS,&nbsp;Tracy Strecker of Overland Park,&nbsp;KS, Thais&nbsp;Schmitz of Charlotte, NC,&nbsp;son, Todd Carpenter of Grand Island, NEOthers left to cherish her memory include her grandchildren, Paige (Matt) Simpson, Jett and&nbsp;Kort&nbsp;Mattison, Riley Carpenter, Lola and Eva Schmitz, and great-granddaughter Madden Simpson, brother, Marlin (Sue) Younger of Litchfield Park, AZ and sisters, Magdalen (Gregg) Pechanec of Hays, KS and Myra (George) Younger of Victoria, KS.Mary&nbsp;Kay&nbsp;is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Doris Younger, infant brother, Michael Younger,&nbsp;brother and sister-in-law,&nbsp;Mark&nbsp;and&nbsp;Twila&nbsp;Younger.

Mary Kay (Younger) Carpenter

Iona E. DeLaney, 74, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, May 24th, 2022.
 Iona was born in Hays, Kansas, on August 14, 1947, a daughter of 
Lenor C. (Manny) Irby, of Logan, Kansas, and the late Harold Irby.
 Survivors include her husband, Bob DeLaney; two daughters, Lori 
Kirby, of Salina, Kansas, Jeana Opal, (Corey) of Salina, Kansas; son, 
Robert "Rob" DeLaney (Jennifer) Jr., of Rolla, Missouri; five 
brothers, Roger (Martha) Irby, of Commerce City, Colorado; Ronald 
(Marci) Irby, of Gainesville, Florida; Randy (Susan) Irby, of Queen 
Creek, Arizona; Kevin (Nancie) Irby, of Goodyear, Arizona; Allen Irby,
 of Pflugerville, Texas; 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many 
nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends.
 She is preceded in death by her infant brother, Jimmy Irby; sisters, Luana Croomes, and Diana "Gail" Stogner
 Memorial services will be held 2:00 pm, June 25, 2022, at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., Salina, Kansas.
 Donations may be made to the church.

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 </figure>Iona E. DeLaney, 74, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, May 24th, 2022.
 Iona was born in Hays, Kansas, on August 14, 1947, a daughter of 
Lenor C. (Manny) Irby, of Logan, Kansas, and the late Harold Irby.
 Survivors include her husband, Bob DeLaney; two daughters, Lori 
Kirby, of Salina, Kansas, Jeana Opal, (Corey) of Salina, Kansas; son, 
Robert "Rob" DeLaney (Jennifer) Jr., of Rolla, Missouri; five 
brothers, Roger (Martha) Irby, of Commerce City, Colorado; Ronald 
(Marci) Irby, of Gainesville, Florida; Randy (Susan) Irby, of Queen 
Creek, Arizona; Kevin (Nancie) Irby, of Goodyear, Arizona; Allen Irby,
 of Pflugerville, Texas; 7 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, many 
nephews, nieces, and other relatives and friends.
 She is preceded in death by her infant brother, Jimmy Irby; sisters, Luana Croomes, and Diana "Gail" Stogner
 Memorial services will be held 2:00 pm, June 25, 2022, at Emmanuel Foursquare Church, 1325 E. Cloud St., Salina, Kansas.
 Donations may be made to the church.

Iona E. DeLaney

Alice Marie Walters, 85, Hays, died Sunday, April 24, 2022, at HaysMed.

She was born February 26, 1937, in 
Munjor, the daughter of Joseph A. and Agnes (Rohr) Gross.&nbsp; On July 26, 
1975, she was united in marriage to Gary L. Walters in Miami, Oklahoma.&nbsp; 
They were married 46 years before he died on September 21, 2021.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed painting, wallpapering, watching old westerns, and drinking 
coffee.&nbsp; She also loved being outdoors, mowing, and helping Gary work 
around the yard.

Survivors include her son: Howard Krug 
of Hays, one sister: Rosie Williams of Laurie, MO, four sisters-in-law: 
Doris Dinkel, Rozine Lamberston and husband Harry, and Debbie Bohm and 
husband Tom, all of Hays, and Barbara McCauley of Topeka, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gary, and two brothers: Marvin and Larry Gross.

Graveside services for both Alice and 
Gary will be at 11:00 am on Friday, June 10, 2022, in St. Joseph 
Cemetery, with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be made 
payable to the Dreiling-Schmidt Cancer Institute, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Alice may be 
shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Alice Marie Walters, 85, Hays, died Sunday, April 24, 2022, at HaysMed.She was born February 26, 1937, in 
Munjor, the daughter of Joseph A. and Agnes (Rohr) Gross.&nbsp; On July 26, 
1975, she was united in marriage to Gary L. Walters in Miami, Oklahoma.&nbsp; 
They were married 46 years before he died on September 21, 2021.&nbsp; She 
enjoyed painting, wallpapering, watching old westerns, and drinking 
coffee.&nbsp; She also loved being outdoors, mowing, and helping Gary work 
around the yard.Survivors include her son: Howard Krug 
of Hays, one sister: Rosie Williams of Laurie, MO, four sisters-in-law: 
Doris Dinkel, Rozine Lamberston and husband Harry, and Debbie Bohm and 
husband Tom, all of Hays, and Barbara McCauley of Topeka, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Gary, and two brothers: Marvin and Larry Gross.Graveside services for both Alice and 
Gary will be at 11:00 am on Friday, June 10, 2022, in St. Joseph 
Cemetery, with Fr. Richard Daise officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be made 
payable to the Dreiling-Schmidt Cancer Institute, in care of Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Alice may be 
shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Alice Marie Walters

Thomas Martin Seemann was born September 13, 1934, in Smith Co., KS to 
Wilhelm and Elizabeth (Rahjes) Seemann. He passed away June 1, 2022, at 
the Smith Center Health and Rehab at the age 87, the last of 13 
siblings.
 Tom grew up in Smith County and graduated from Smith Center High 
School. He went on to attend butcher school in Colby, KS. He worked as a
 butcher in several meat lockers and owned a butcher shop in Blue Hill, 
NE. Tom married Margaret Dick on April 2, 2022. He loved livestock, 
especially his goats, sheep, and calves. In his spare time, he enjoyed 
gardening. Tom also enjoyed watching Fox Business and really loved his 
time spent watching Walker Texas Ranger, drinking root beer, and eating 
popcorn with his grandson, Nicholas.
 Tom was preceded in death by his parents and 12 siblings. He is 
survived by his wife, Margaret Seemann of Norton; children: Doug (Marla)
 Seemann of Walsh, CO, Donna (Peter) Dawson of Walsh, CO, Janna (Bill) 
Forgey of Walsh, CO, John (Rebecca) Seeman of Lewistown, MT, Tina Reed 
of Hebron, NE, Troy (Sandy) Reed of Norton, KS, Leslie Seemann of 
Springfield, CO, and Tara (Kevin) Esslinger of Norton, KS; 21 
grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.
 Funeral services will be held 11:00 am June 4, 2022, at the funeral 
home. Burial will follow at the Norton Cemetery.

Memorial contributions 
may be made to the Thomas Seemann Memorial Fund and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

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 </figure>Thomas Martin Seemann was born September 13, 1934, in Smith Co., KS to 
Wilhelm and Elizabeth (Rahjes) Seemann. He passed away June 1, 2022, at 
the Smith Center Health and Rehab at the age 87, the last of 13 
siblings.
 Tom grew up in Smith County and graduated from Smith Center High 
School. He went on to attend butcher school in Colby, KS. He worked as a
 butcher in several meat lockers and owned a butcher shop in Blue Hill, 
NE. Tom married Margaret Dick on April 2, 2022. He loved livestock, 
especially his goats, sheep, and calves. In his spare time, he enjoyed 
gardening. Tom also enjoyed watching Fox Business and really loved his 
time spent watching Walker Texas Ranger, drinking root beer, and eating 
popcorn with his grandson, Nicholas.
 Tom was preceded in death by his parents and 12 siblings. He is 
survived by his wife, Margaret Seemann of Norton; children: Doug (Marla)
 Seemann of Walsh, CO, Donna (Peter) Dawson of Walsh, CO, Janna (Bill) 
Forgey of Walsh, CO, John (Rebecca) Seeman of Lewistown, MT, Tina Reed 
of Hebron, NE, Troy (Sandy) Reed of Norton, KS, Leslie Seemann of 
Springfield, CO, and Tara (Kevin) Esslinger of Norton, KS; 21 
grandchildren, and 16 great grandchildren.
 Funeral services will be held 11:00 am June 4, 2022, at the funeral 
home. Burial will follow at the Norton Cemetery. Memorial contributions 
may be made to the Thomas Seemann Memorial Fund and sent in care of 
Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654. 
Condolences may be left at www.plumergobber.com&nbsp;

Thomas Martin Seemann 

Joseph Allen “Joe” Hayes, 73, passed away June 1, 2022, at Pawnee 
Valley Community Hospital in Larned. He was born on May 22, 1949, at 
Great Bend, to Joseph G. &amp; Edith (Meisner) Hayes. He married 
Rizalina de Guia on August 19, 1973, in San Antonio, Zambales, 
Philippines. She died on September 25, 2020.

Coming from Maine in 1990, Joe was a current Great Bend resident. He 
worked in Bookkeeping &amp; IT at Marmie Motors until he retired in 
2021. He enjoyed fellowship and playing cards with his coworkers. He had
 a passion for rescuing and raising cats.&nbsp; Joe was a retired veteran of 
the United States Navy obtaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was
 a former member of VFW Post #3111.

Survivors include, his daughter, Kelly Dugan and husband Evan of 
Colorado Springs, Colo.; and two brothers, John Hayes and wife Mary of 
Charlotte, NC and Robert Hayes and wife Kay of Topeka. He was preceded 
in death by his parents; his wife, Rizalina Hayes; and a son, Sean 
Hayes.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be held on June 10, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with 
Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding, with Military Rites conducted by the 
United States Navy. 

Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Humane
 Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Joseph Allen “Joe” Hayes, 73, passed away June 1, 2022, at Pawnee 
Valley Community Hospital in Larned. He was born on May 22, 1949, at 
Great Bend, to Joseph G. &amp; Edith (Meisner) Hayes. He married 
Rizalina de Guia on August 19, 1973, in San Antonio, Zambales, 
Philippines. She died on September 25, 2020.Coming from Maine in 1990, Joe was a current Great Bend resident. He 
worked in Bookkeeping &amp; IT at Marmie Motors until he retired in 
2021. He enjoyed fellowship and playing cards with his coworkers. He had
 a passion for rescuing and raising cats.&nbsp; Joe was a retired veteran of 
the United States Navy obtaining the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was
 a former member of VFW Post #3111.Survivors include, his daughter, Kelly Dugan and husband Evan of 
Colorado Springs, Colo.; and two brothers, John Hayes and wife Mary of 
Charlotte, NC and Robert Hayes and wife Kay of Topeka. He was preceded 
in death by his parents; his wife, Rizalina Hayes; and a son, Sean 
Hayes.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial 
services will be held on June 10, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with 
Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding, with Military Rites conducted by the 
United States Navy. Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Humane
 Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Joseph Allen 'Joe' Hayes

Kathleen Marie Michaud, 71, Denver, CO, peacefully passed from this world on Monday, May 16, 2022, at Villa Manor Care Center in Lakewood. &nbsp;She was born on April 23, 1951, in Denver, CO to Eugene J. and Therese M. (Gilsdorf) Michaud. &nbsp;

She was a life-long learner who loved adventure, helping others and remained a faithful disciple in her faith journey. She loved her familyand friendsand all the nieces and nephews in her life. From an early age, she took great pride exploring and using her talents, helping and teaching those in her family and others beyond about what was important in life. &nbsp;Involvement in 4H and service at Trinity Missionaries with the people in the Appalachian Mountains in Harlan, Kentucky is evidence of Kate’s values and views toward others. Kindness, generosity, friendliness and helpfulness are a few words that help characterize who Kate was and what she aspired to live out. &nbsp;

Being the oldest daughter in the family, she loved and helped others learn important values. &nbsp;Learning and education was important to Kate. She graduated from St. Francis De Sales High School in 1969 and earned her Bachelor of Art’s degree from Metro State University (1975), received her Masters of Arts (Psychology) from Regis University (1997) and she was working on her PhD through Capella University. &nbsp;Her professional work as a counselor and therapist took focus in social services where she was involved in providing help and other supports which positively impacted the lives of many people with varying disabilities and challenges. &nbsp;Kate loved others and desired the best path for each life she encountered. &nbsp;Kate’s career was full and diverse and included service as a volunteer fire fighter and eight years of professional work on the Westminster police force in traffic control as an accident investigator. &nbsp;Kate’s contributions also included ministries in the church where she shared her faith in Christ by serving and guiding services for the elderly as well as helping the youth discover the Lord in their lives through youth ministry programs.

Kate desired connection to the world from an early age and had friends from different parts of the world. &nbsp;She loved to venture into the outdoors both on foot, hiking and backpacking and on wheels. &nbsp;The memory book is full of adventures across the U.S.A traveling with siblings and friends. &nbsp;Kate once ventured into Canada and the northwest on motorcycles with a couple of her brothers. &nbsp;Her zest for life played out in other ways as well. &nbsp;Kate was musical and loved to play the guitar and other stringed instruments which were complimented by her beautiful voice. While in Santa Fe, NM, Kate&nbsp;sang with the Santa Fe Opera Company in The 3 Penny Opera. At times, when the family would gather, it was common for all to join in singing and harmonizing to favorite songs like ‘Edelweiss’ and the ‘Violins play along’. Kate’s skills&nbsp;and contributions&nbsp;didn’t end there. &nbsp;She was an excellent quilter and seamstress and her beautiful works blessed her family and friends.

Kate very much loved her family and longed for continued connections with each. &nbsp;Over the course of her life, she invested time and love. &nbsp;Kate continued to love those around her even when life&nbsp;presented its&nbsp;challenges. She was loved by her family and friends and will be dearly missed. &nbsp;

Survivors include her&nbsp;son, Mark&nbsp;and<a></a>&nbsp;wife&nbsp;and two grandsons;&nbsp;her&nbsp;siblings: Janet Huber and husband Stephen, Denver, CO; Tom Michaud; Barbara Michaud, Wasilla, AK; Marie Pierce and husband Charlie, Highlands Ranch, CO; Bernard&nbsp;Michaud and wife Susan (Bergman),&nbsp;Kremmling, CO; Regina McCutcheon and husband Mark, Aurora, CO; Michael Michaud and wife Mary (Rivera), Denver, CO; Gerard Michaud and wife Renee (Werth), Hays, KS and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joseph Michaud and wife, Janice and her sister Patricia Clark.&nbsp;

The vigil service and rosary will be held at All Saints Catholic Church, 2559 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, Colorado, 80219 on June 7th, 2022, at 7:15pm. &nbsp;The funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at 10am at the Church. &nbsp;Interment will be at Littleton Cemetery, 6155 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO 80120 following the Mass.

Memorials are suggested to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, Inc. (P.O. Box 310, Hays, KS, 67601) or to another charity at the discretion of the donor.

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 </figure>Kathleen Marie Michaud, 71, Denver, CO, peacefully passed from this world on Monday, May 16, 2022, at Villa Manor Care Center in Lakewood. &nbsp;She was born on April 23, 1951, in Denver, CO to Eugene J. and Therese M. (Gilsdorf) Michaud. &nbsp;She was a life-long learner who loved adventure, helping others and remained a faithful disciple in her faith journey. She loved her familyand friendsand all the nieces and nephews in her life. From an early age, she took great pride exploring and using her talents, helping and teaching those in her family and others beyond about what was important in life. &nbsp;Involvement in 4H and service at Trinity Missionaries with the people in the Appalachian Mountains in Harlan, Kentucky is evidence of Kate’s values and views toward others. Kindness, generosity, friendliness and helpfulness are a few words that help characterize who Kate was and what she aspired to live out. &nbsp;Being the oldest daughter in the family, she loved and helped others learn important values. &nbsp;Learning and education was important to Kate. She graduated from St. Francis De Sales High School in 1969 and earned her Bachelor of Art’s degree from Metro State University (1975), received her Masters of Arts (Psychology) from Regis University (1997) and she was working on her PhD through Capella University. &nbsp;Her professional work as a counselor and therapist took focus in social services where she was involved in providing help and other supports which positively impacted the lives of many people with varying disabilities and challenges. &nbsp;Kate loved others and desired the best path for each life she encountered. &nbsp;Kate’s career was full and diverse and included service as a volunteer fire fighter and eight years of professional work on the Westminster police force in traffic control as an accident investigator. &nbsp;Kate’s contributions also included ministries in the church where she shared her faith in Christ by serving and guiding services for the elderly as well as helping the youth discover the Lord in their lives through youth ministry programs.Kate desired connection to the world from an early age and had friends from different parts of the world. &nbsp;She loved to venture into the outdoors both on foot, hiking and backpacking and on wheels. &nbsp;The memory book is full of adventures across the U.S.A traveling with siblings and friends. &nbsp;Kate once ventured into Canada and the northwest on motorcycles with a couple of her brothers. &nbsp;Her zest for life played out in other ways as well. &nbsp;Kate was musical and loved to play the guitar and other stringed instruments which were complimented by her beautiful voice. While in Santa Fe, NM, Kate&nbsp;sang with the Santa Fe Opera Company in The 3 Penny Opera. At times, when the family would gather, it was common for all to join in singing and harmonizing to favorite songs like ‘Edelweiss’ and the ‘Violins play along’. Kate’s skills&nbsp;and contributions&nbsp;didn’t end there. &nbsp;She was an excellent quilter and seamstress and her beautiful works blessed her family and friends.Kate very much loved her family and longed for continued connections with each. &nbsp;Over the course of her life, she invested time and love. &nbsp;Kate continued to love those around her even when life&nbsp;presented its&nbsp;challenges. She was loved by her family and friends and will be dearly missed. &nbsp;Survivors include her&nbsp;son, Mark&nbsp;and<a></a>&nbsp;wife&nbsp;and two grandsons;&nbsp;her&nbsp;siblings: Janet Huber and husband Stephen, Denver, CO; Tom Michaud; Barbara Michaud, Wasilla, AK; Marie Pierce and husband Charlie, Highlands Ranch, CO; Bernard&nbsp;Michaud and wife Susan (Bergman),&nbsp;Kremmling, CO; Regina McCutcheon and husband Mark, Aurora, CO; Michael Michaud and wife Mary (Rivera), Denver, CO; Gerard Michaud and wife Renee (Werth), Hays, KS and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends. &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joseph Michaud and wife, Janice and her sister Patricia Clark.&nbsp;The vigil service and rosary will be held at All Saints Catholic Church, 2559 S. Federal Blvd., Denver, Colorado, 80219 on June 7th, 2022, at 7:15pm. &nbsp;The funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at 10am at the Church. &nbsp;Interment will be at Littleton Cemetery, 6155 S. Prince St., Littleton, CO 80120 following the Mass.Memorials are suggested to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, Inc. (P.O. Box 310, Hays, KS, 67601) or to another charity at the discretion of the donor.

Kathleen Marie Michaud

Gerald “Jerry” 
Lynn Karst, 83, of Greeley, died peacefully on May 17, 2022, surrounded 
by his family at Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO.&nbsp; He was 
born on July 18, 1938, in Russell, KS to Paul and Emma (Ochs) Karst.&nbsp; 


Jerry grew up in the Galatia, KS area and attended a one-room school 
with the same teacher for seven years.&nbsp; He was fond of this teacher and 
appreciated her extra help with his studies when he had polio in 1946.&nbsp; 
He graduated from Wilson High School in 1956 where he had been an active
 member of various clubs such as 4-H, Future Farmers of America, Glee 
Club, band, and participated in several sports including football and 
basketball.&nbsp; Following high school, he attended Fort Hays Kansas State 
College from 1956-58.&nbsp; His family then moved to Estes Park and purchased
 a motel and Jerry worked at Rocky Mountain National Park for eight 
seasons.&nbsp; Jerry also served in the U.S. Army Reserves for the 244th
 Engineer Battalion in Boulder, CO receiving an honorable discharge in 
October of 1965 holding the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6).&nbsp;

In 1966, Jerry 
met Karen Koch while attending Colorado State College (now University of
 Northern Colorado).&nbsp; They were married on October 15, 1966, in Loveland,
 CO.&nbsp; Jerry received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1967 and his Master 
of Education degree from Colorado State University in 1969.&nbsp; He taught 
at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, CO 1969-70.&nbsp; He then became a
 sociology professor at Aims Community College in 1970 until he retired 
in 2001 and was awarded Emeritus Status for his outstanding 
contributions to Aims Community College.&nbsp; During his 31 years of 
teaching at Aims, he was President of the Faculty Association, State 
Chairman of Sociology for the Core Curriculum Task Force, a member of 
Team Octagon and on the Shared Governance Origination Team.&nbsp; In 1999, 
Jerry was the recipient of the Aims Faculty Senate Award for Excellence 
in teaching and in 2000 he received the Faculty of the Year Award from 
the Colorado Community Colleges and Vocational Education System.

After 
retirement, Jerry volunteered for the Union Colony Civic Center and 
North Colorado Medical Center. He was an active member of Immanuel 
Lutheran Church for 51 years and he enjoyed woodworking, college sports,
 reminiscing, and sharing jokes and stories. &nbsp;He especially loved 
reunions and large family gatherings where his aunts played the banjo 
and piano, his dad played the guitar and harmonica, and Jerry played the
 accordion. Jerry was a kind, honorable, generous, humble man and he had
 a way of filling a room with smiles and laughter. He will be dearly 
missed.

Jerry is 
survived by his wife of 55 years, Karen Karst of Greeley; daughters Amy 
Herold (Mike) of Greeley and Becky Lewus (Paul) of Newbury Park, CA; and
 his grandchildren, Abigail Herold of Fort Collins, Aidan Herold of 
Greeley, and Kalyna and Kylie Lewus of Newbury Park, CA. He was preceded
 in death by his parents and sister, Aletha DeLeo.

A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 15, at 10:00am at Immanuel Lutheran Church – 1865 14th
 Avenue, Greeley with inurnment following at Sunset Memorial Gardens. 


Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to the
 Weld County Food Bank in care of Adamson Life Celebration Home, 2000 
West 47th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80634.&nbsp; Family and friends may send 
condolences to the family at adamsoncares.com.

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 </figure>Gerald “Jerry” 
Lynn Karst, 83, of Greeley, died peacefully on May 17, 2022, surrounded 
by his family at Medical Center of the Rockies in Loveland, CO.&nbsp; He was 
born on July 18, 1938, in Russell, KS to Paul and Emma (Ochs) Karst.&nbsp; 
Jerry grew up in the Galatia, KS area and attended a one-room school 
with the same teacher for seven years.&nbsp; He was fond of this teacher and 
appreciated her extra help with his studies when he had polio in 1946.&nbsp; 
He graduated from Wilson High School in 1956 where he had been an active
 member of various clubs such as 4-H, Future Farmers of America, Glee 
Club, band, and participated in several sports including football and 
basketball.&nbsp; Following high school, he attended Fort Hays Kansas State 
College from 1956-58.&nbsp; His family then moved to Estes Park and purchased
 a motel and Jerry worked at Rocky Mountain National Park for eight 
seasons.&nbsp; Jerry also served in the U.S. Army Reserves for the 244th
 Engineer Battalion in Boulder, CO receiving an honorable discharge in 
October of 1965 holding the rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6).&nbsp;In 1966, Jerry 
met Karen Koch while attending Colorado State College (now University of
 Northern Colorado).&nbsp; They were married on October 15, 1966, in Loveland,
 CO.&nbsp; Jerry received his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1967 and his Master 
of Education degree from Colorado State University in 1969.&nbsp; He taught 
at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, CO 1969-70.&nbsp; He then became a
 sociology professor at Aims Community College in 1970 until he retired 
in 2001 and was awarded Emeritus Status for his outstanding 
contributions to Aims Community College.&nbsp; During his 31 years of 
teaching at Aims, he was President of the Faculty Association, State 
Chairman of Sociology for the Core Curriculum Task Force, a member of 
Team Octagon and on the Shared Governance Origination Team.&nbsp; In 1999, 
Jerry was the recipient of the Aims Faculty Senate Award for Excellence 
in teaching and in 2000 he received the Faculty of the Year Award from 
the Colorado Community Colleges and Vocational Education System.After 
retirement, Jerry volunteered for the Union Colony Civic Center and 
North Colorado Medical Center. He was an active member of Immanuel 
Lutheran Church for 51 years and he enjoyed woodworking, college sports,
 reminiscing, and sharing jokes and stories. &nbsp;He especially loved 
reunions and large family gatherings where his aunts played the banjo 
and piano, his dad played the guitar and harmonica, and Jerry played the
 accordion. Jerry was a kind, honorable, generous, humble man and he had
 a way of filling a room with smiles and laughter. He will be dearly 
missed.Jerry is 
survived by his wife of 55 years, Karen Karst of Greeley; daughters Amy 
Herold (Mike) of Greeley and Becky Lewus (Paul) of Newbury Park, CA; and
 his grandchildren, Abigail Herold of Fort Collins, Aidan Herold of 
Greeley, and Kalyna and Kylie Lewus of Newbury Park, CA. He was preceded
 in death by his parents and sister, Aletha DeLeo.A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 15, at 10:00am at Immanuel Lutheran Church – 1865 14th
 Avenue, Greeley with inurnment following at Sunset Memorial Gardens. 
Memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church or to the
 Weld County Food Bank in care of Adamson Life Celebration Home, 2000 
West 47th Avenue, Greeley, CO 80634.&nbsp; Family and friends may send 
condolences to the family at adamsoncares.com.

Gerald 'Jerry' Lynn Karst

Thomas Fredrick Tittel, 70, of Edgerton, Kansas, and former Russell 
resident, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. He was the 
son of Vernon and Peggy (Riley) Tittel.

Thomas was born on July 22, 1951, in Russell, Kansas, where he grew 
up and was a graduate of Russell High School in the class of 1969. Tom 
was an avid athlete who loved to play football, basketball, and baseball
 and compete in track. Tom continued his education at Hutchinson 
Community College.

Tom began his hard-working career by moving to North Dakota in the 
early 70s. He would then proceed to New Mexico, where he worked for 
Ecolab and Dean Foods, and later, to Oklahoma to work for Gilt Edge 
Dairy. Tom later moved to Texas, where he received a degree at 
Midwestern State University as a manufacturing engineer. After 
graduation, Tom returned to Kansas, where he began his 12-year career as
 a manufacturing engineer with Ruskin in Parsons, Kansas.

Tom formed life-long friendships with so many, including his good 
friend, Alan Sanford, who became like family. Tom’s nickname, “Uncle 
Tom,” became permanent for all the kids and grandkids. Tom never missed 
an event that involved the kids and retrospectively moved to Edgerton, 
KS when his health declined.

He is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include two 
stepchildren, Terry Tittel (Emily) of Arizona; Michael Tittel of Texas; 
two grandchildren, Owen and Adlin; and his brother, James Tittel 
(Shelly).

A celebration of Thomas’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday,
 June 7, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell. 
Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. Monday, June 6, 2022, with 
greeting of guests from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Monday evening. 

Memorials in 
lieu of flowers may be given to St. John Lutheran Church in Russell and 
sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
 Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements. A reception 
will be held at St. John Lutheran Church following the service on 
Tuesday.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654264432832.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Thomas Fredrick Tittel, 70, of Edgerton, Kansas, and former Russell 
resident, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. He was the 
son of Vernon and Peggy (Riley) Tittel.Thomas was born on July 22, 1951, in Russell, Kansas, where he grew 
up and was a graduate of Russell High School in the class of 1969. Tom 
was an avid athlete who loved to play football, basketball, and baseball
 and compete in track. Tom continued his education at Hutchinson 
Community College.Tom began his hard-working career by moving to North Dakota in the 
early 70s. He would then proceed to New Mexico, where he worked for 
Ecolab and Dean Foods, and later, to Oklahoma to work for Gilt Edge 
Dairy. Tom later moved to Texas, where he received a degree at 
Midwestern State University as a manufacturing engineer. After 
graduation, Tom returned to Kansas, where he began his 12-year career as
 a manufacturing engineer with Ruskin in Parsons, Kansas.Tom formed life-long friendships with so many, including his good 
friend, Alan Sanford, who became like family. Tom’s nickname, “Uncle 
Tom,” became permanent for all the kids and grandkids. Tom never missed 
an event that involved the kids and retrospectively moved to Edgerton, 
KS when his health declined.He is preceded in death by his parents. Survivors include two 
stepchildren, Terry Tittel (Emily) of Arizona; Michael Tittel of Texas; 
two grandchildren, Owen and Adlin; and his brother, James Tittel 
(Shelly).A celebration of Thomas’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday,
 June 7, 2022, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, 
Kansas. Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Russell. 
Visitation will be from 9 A.M. to 8 P.M. Monday, June 6, 2022, with 
greeting of guests from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. Monday evening. Memorials in 
lieu of flowers may be given to St. John Lutheran Church in Russell and 
sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell,
 Kansas is in charge of the funeral service arrangements. A reception 
will be held at St. John Lutheran Church following the service on 
Tuesday.

Thomas Fredrick Tittel

Nadine Katherine Bieker, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, June 1st, 2022.
 Nadine was born in Hays, Kansas, on December 1, 1936, a daughter of the late Mildred (Klotz) Spratte and John Begler.
 Nadine married Frank Bieker on September 22, 1954.
 Survivors include her husband, Frank; daughter, Debra McDonald 
(Mark), of Lawrence, Kansas; son, Glen Bieker, of Wilson, Kansas; and a 
grandchild, Avaree (Art) Norman.
 She is preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Miller
 Cremation was chosen and no services are planned.
 Nadine will be buried at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas.
 Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Nadine Katherine Bieker, 85, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, June 1st, 2022.
 Nadine was born in Hays, Kansas, on December 1, 1936, a daughter of the late Mildred (Klotz) Spratte and John Begler.
 Nadine married Frank Bieker on September 22, 1954.
 Survivors include her husband, Frank; daughter, Debra McDonald 
(Mark), of Lawrence, Kansas; son, Glen Bieker, of Wilson, Kansas; and a 
grandchild, Avaree (Art) Norman.
 She is preceded in death by her sister, Nancy Miller
 Cremation was chosen and no services are planned.
 Nadine will be buried at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery in WaKeeney, Kansas.
 Donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Nadine Katherine Bieker

Martha R. Frank, 92, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away in her home on 
Sunday, May 29, 2022, of natural causes. She was born March 14, 1930, 
in Deerfield, Kansas and was raised on the family farm north of Garden 
City. 
 After graduating from Garden City High School, she married Edward 
Frank on November 24, 1948, in Garden City. Martha was a devoted Wife, 
Mother, and Gramma. She was a member of the Sherlock Hustler’s EHU, and
 the Sweet Adeline’s for many years. She enjoyed spending her time 
gardening, fishing, VRing, and family activities. 
 Survivors include two sons Mike Frank of Gilbert, Arizona and Tim 
Frank of Ness City, Kansas; 11 Grandchildren; and 13 
Great-Grandchildren. Martha is preceded in death by her husband Edward 
of 52 years, who died on December 22, 2000. She is also preceded in 
death by a daughter Nancy Carroll Long; two brothers John Marquardt and 
Pete Marquardt; and a sister Darlene Pirtle. 
 Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2022, 
at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider 
officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.
 There will be no calling hours.

 The family suggests memorials given 
to St. Mary Catholic Church in care of the funeral home.  Condolences 
may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654206095064.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Martha R. Frank, 92, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away in her home on 
Sunday, May 29, 2022, of natural causes. She was born March 14, 1930, 
in Deerfield, Kansas and was raised on the family farm north of Garden 
City. 
 After graduating from Garden City High School, she married Edward 
Frank on November 24, 1948, in Garden City. Martha was a devoted Wife, 
Mother, and Gramma. She was a member of the Sherlock Hustler’s EHU, and
 the Sweet Adeline’s for many years. She enjoyed spending her time 
gardening, fishing, VRing, and family activities. 
 Survivors include two sons Mike Frank of Gilbert, Arizona and Tim 
Frank of Ness City, Kansas; 11 Grandchildren; and 13 
Great-Grandchildren. Martha is preceded in death by her husband Edward 
of 52 years, who died on December 22, 2000. She is also preceded in 
death by a daughter Nancy Carroll Long; two brothers John Marquardt and 
Pete Marquardt; and a sister Darlene Pirtle. 
 Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 5, 2022, 
at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider 
officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City.
 There will be no calling hours. The family suggests memorials given 
to St. Mary Catholic Church in care of the funeral home. Condolences 
may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Martha R. Frank

Ralph Hansen, 83, of Colby, died Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Hays Medical 
Center, in Hays, KS. He was born October 26, 1938, to Ernest and Eunice 
Hansen, Otis, Colorado. Ralph was the third of eight children. He 
graduated from Lone Star High School in 1956. He then attended 
Northeastern Junior College, Sterling, Colorado, where he met Betty 
Einspahr in 1958. He then went on to Colorado State University and 
married Betty on December 29, 1959. Their son Craig was born November 
1960. Ralph graduated with a degree in Agriculture from Colorado State 
University in December 1961. The young family moved to Colby, Kansas for
 his first post college job working as a Loan Officer for Production 
Credit Association where he worked for 10 years. During that time, they 
had a son Rod in August 1963, and adopted their daughter Lynae in May 
1968. In 1972 Ralph began working for the State of Kansas where he 
dedicated 30 years of his career. 
Throughout his life he devoted 25 years of service to the Boy Scouts of 
America as a volunteer Scout Master, District Executive and numerous 
other roles. He was recognized for his service with the rare Silver 
Beaver award. As a role model for the boys, he guided numerous young men
 to the rank of Eagle Scout. 
He dedicated countless hours of service to many organizations associated
 with the Lutheran Church, to include the local congregation, and the 
International Lutheran Laymen’s league. 
Ralph was preceded in death by his father and mother; older brother 
Roscoe; older sister Mary Evelyn and younger brother Ronnie. 
Ralph is survived by his sister Caroine, and brothers Kenneth, Donnie 
and wife Twila, and Dwain. He is also survived by his wife Betty; son 
Craig and wife Renae, their daughter Leshia and husband Matt Bruneel and
 their daughters Eleanor and Genevieve; son Rodney and wife Kalie and 
their son Ryan; daughter Lynae and her husband T.J. Douthit and their 
sons Jacob, James, and Justin. Also survived by numerous nieces, 
nephews, and their families. 
Ralph will be remembered as a hardworking, honest, Christian man, who 
cared deeply for those who were part of his life, always placing the 
needs of others first in his priorities. 
Visitation will take place from 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, 
June 4, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial in Beulah 
Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Hour Ministries, 
NWKS Foundation for Hope or Trinity Lutheran Church and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or to 
leave condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/6/1654192048088.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Ralph Hansen, 83, of Colby, died Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at Hays Medical 
Center, in Hays, KS. He was born October 26, 1938, to Ernest and Eunice 
Hansen, Otis, Colorado. Ralph was the third of eight children. He 
graduated from Lone Star High School in 1956. He then attended 
Northeastern Junior College, Sterling, Colorado, where he met Betty 
Einspahr in 1958. He then went on to Colorado State University and 
married Betty on December 29, 1959. Their son Craig was born November 
1960. Ralph graduated with a degree in Agriculture from Colorado State 
University in December 1961. The young family moved to Colby, Kansas for
 his first post college job working as a Loan Officer for Production 
Credit Association where he worked for 10 years. During that time, they 
had a son Rod in August 1963, and adopted their daughter Lynae in May 
1968. In 1972 Ralph began working for the State of Kansas where he 
dedicated 30 years of his career. 
Throughout his life he devoted 25 years of service to the Boy Scouts of 
America as a volunteer Scout Master, District Executive and numerous 
other roles. He was recognized for his service with the rare Silver 
Beaver award. As a role model for the boys, he guided numerous young men
 to the rank of Eagle Scout. 
He dedicated countless hours of service to many organizations associated
 with the Lutheran Church, to include the local congregation, and the 
International Lutheran Laymen’s league. 
Ralph was preceded in death by his father and mother; older brother 
Roscoe; older sister Mary Evelyn and younger brother Ronnie. 
Ralph is survived by his sister Caroine, and brothers Kenneth, Donnie 
and wife Twila, and Dwain. He is also survived by his wife Betty; son 
Craig and wife Renae, their daughter Leshia and husband Matt Bruneel and
 their daughters Eleanor and Genevieve; son Rodney and wife Kalie and 
their son Ryan; daughter Lynae and her husband T.J. Douthit and their 
sons Jacob, James, and Justin. Also survived by numerous nieces, 
nephews, and their families. 
Ralph will be remembered as a hardworking, honest, Christian man, who 
cared deeply for those who were part of his life, always placing the 
needs of others first in his priorities. 
Visitation will take place from 5-7:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022, at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Colby. Funeral Service is at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, 
June 4, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Colby, with burial in Beulah 
Cemetery, Colby. Memorials may be made to the Lutheran Hour Ministries, 
NWKS Foundation for Hope or Trinity Lutheran Church and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, PO Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or to 
leave condolences visit www.baalmannmortuary.com&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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