Esther L. Thul, 93, passed away May 12, 2022, at Ellinwood District 
Hospital. She was born on October 26, 1928, at Hominy, Okla., to Ira 
John &amp; Alta Mae (Parnell) Fosdick. She married Arthur N. Thul on 
July 29, 1944, at Dodge City.&nbsp; He died May 13, 1986.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Esther was a receptionist for Centel 
until she retired. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Bridge 
Club and the Ellinwood Bowling Team.

Survivors include, a sister in law, Geraldine “Gerry” Fosdick of 
Great Bend and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her
 parents; her husband, Arthur N. Thul; two sons, Arthur “Johnny” Thul 
and Franklin Thul; an infant daughter, Linda Thul; three brothers and 
their spouses, John Fosdick (June), J.R. Fosdick and Donald Fosdick; 
three sisters and their spouses, Alta Snow (Debbs), Mary Walter (Bud), 
Lorene Johnson (Jabe) and an infant sister, Pauline Fosdick.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 
18, 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., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at
 St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment will be in Lakin-Comanche 
District Cemetery in Ellinwood. Memorials have been designated to Prince
 of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Esther L. Thul, 93, passed away May 12, 2022, at Ellinwood District 
Hospital. She was born on October 26, 1928, at Hominy, Okla., to Ira 
John &amp; Alta Mae (Parnell) Fosdick. She married Arthur N. Thul on 
July 29, 1944, at Dodge City.&nbsp; He died May 13, 1986.A longtime Great Bend resident, Esther was a receptionist for Centel 
until she retired. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Bridge 
Club and the Ellinwood Bowling Team.Survivors include, a sister in law, Geraldine “Gerry” Fosdick of 
Great Bend and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her
 parents; her husband, Arthur N. Thul; two sons, Arthur “Johnny” Thul 
and Franklin Thul; an infant daughter, Linda Thul; three brothers and 
their spouses, John Fosdick (June), J.R. Fosdick and Donald Fosdick; 
three sisters and their spouses, Alta Snow (Debbs), Mary Walter (Bud), 
Lorene Johnson (Jabe) and an infant sister, Pauline Fosdick.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 
18, 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., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at
 St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment will be in Lakin-Comanche 
District Cemetery in Ellinwood. Memorials have been designated to Prince
 of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Esther L. Thul

Betty Lou Ashley, 79, passed away May 10, 2022, at Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend.

She was born September 3, 1942, in Yuma, AZ, the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.

Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident 
since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband 
Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where 
she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation bible
 school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll 
clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and 
spoiling her grandkids and great grandkids.

On November 10, 1959 she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, TX; he survives.

Other survivors include: son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, 
Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven 
grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, WA, Jordan (Sarah) 
Haynes, Bixby, OK, Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, MO, Kaitlyn (Casey) 
Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, NE, Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor
 Bartz, Larned; seven great grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, 
Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and 
Holden Ashley.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley;
 son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; 
and a granddaughter, Laura Ashley.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022, at First 
Southern Baptist Church, Larned with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome 
Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Betty Lou Ashley, 79, passed away May 10, 2022, at Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend.She was born September 3, 1942, in Yuma, AZ, the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident 
since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband 
Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where 
she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation bible
 school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll 
clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and 
spoiling her grandkids and great grandkids.On November 10, 1959 she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, TX; he survives.Other survivors include: son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, 
Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven 
grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, WA, Jordan (Sarah) 
Haynes, Bixby, OK, Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, MO, Kaitlyn (Casey) 
Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, NE, Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor
 Bartz, Larned; seven great grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, 
Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and 
Holden Ashley.She was preceded in death by: her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley;
 son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; 
and a granddaughter, Laura Ashley.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022, at First 
Southern Baptist Church, Larned with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. 
Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2022 at 
Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome 
Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, 
Kansas 67550.

Betty Lou Ashley

Deborah Jolene “Debby” Dreiling, 74, Hays, died Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.

She was born Jan. 31, 1948 in Belleville, the daughter of Henry “Hank” and Betty (Mulch) Trzicky. On Aug. 31, 1990, she was united in marriage to Harry Richard Dreiling in Hays. They celebrated 26 years of marriage before he died on Feb. 18, 2017. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed trips to Casinos, western movies, and spending time on the farm in Munden.

Survivors include her daughter: Melissa Largent of Newport, Tenn., a stepson: Jerome Dreiling of Hays, a stepdaughter: Virginia Basgall and husband Steve of Hays, a stepson-in-law: Bryan Phillips of Hays, one sister: Colleen Strnad and husband Vic of Lawrence, a granddaughter: Megan Largent, four step-grandchildren: MaRyan Hulvey and husband Nathan, Kendrick Basgall and wife Shania, Braden Dreiling and wife Ashley, and Gage Phillips, two great-grandsons: Daniel and Andrew, and four step-great-grandchildren: Airalia, Eleanor, Parker, and Krew.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry, and stepdaughter JoAnn Phillips.

Inurnment will take place at a later date in Tabor Cemetery, Munden. Memorials may be made payable to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Building Fund or to Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine St., Hays, KS 67601. 

Condolences and memories of Debby may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com.</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Deborah Jolene “Debby” Dreiling, 74, Hays, died Thursday, May 12, 2022 at Hays Good Samaritan Society.She was born Jan. 31, 1948 in Belleville, the daughter of Henry “Hank” and Betty (Mulch) Trzicky. On Aug. 31, 1990, she was united in marriage to Harry Richard Dreiling in Hays. They celebrated 26 years of marriage before he died on Feb. 18, 2017. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church and loved her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed trips to Casinos, western movies, and spending time on the farm in Munden.Survivors include her daughter: Melissa Largent of Newport, Tenn., a stepson: Jerome Dreiling of Hays, a stepdaughter: Virginia Basgall and husband Steve of Hays, a stepson-in-law: Bryan Phillips of Hays, one sister: Colleen Strnad and husband Vic of Lawrence, a granddaughter: Megan Largent, four step-grandchildren: MaRyan Hulvey and husband Nathan, Kendrick Basgall and wife Shania, Braden Dreiling and wife Ashley, and Gage Phillips, two great-grandsons: Daniel and Andrew, and four step-great-grandchildren: Airalia, Eleanor, Parker, and Krew.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry, and stepdaughter JoAnn Phillips.Inurnment will take place at a later date in Tabor Cemetery, Munden. Memorials may be made payable to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church Building Fund or to Hospice of HaysMed, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine St., Hays, KS 67601. Condolences and memories of Debby may be shared with the family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com.</a>

Deborah Jolene 'Debby' Dreiling

Richard “Rick” Gerard Suchy, 66, passed away May 12, 2022, at the University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on June 11, 1955, in Great Bend, to Albion and Marcelline (Schwartz) Suchy. He married Kay Nelson on Aug. 31, 1974, in Great Bend.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rick was the owner and operator of Suchy Construction. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #862, NRA, Duneville Campground and Shifters of Central Kansas.

Rick enjoyed hunting, cars, collecting all things auto memorabilia, dune buggies and sand cars. He especially loved spending time with his family and their Fourth of July celebrations.

Survivors include his wife, Kay Suchy of the home; a son, Aaron Suchy and Tierney Mermis and a daughter, Nikki Munsch and husband Rick, and a son-in-law, Gary Bainbridge all of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Braxton Love, Darin Munsch, Brodie Bainbridge, Hayley Suchy and Caylon Munsch; a brother, Randy Suchy and wife Cristy of Great Bend; five sisters, Diane Morris and husband Wade of Hoisington, Debra Langer and husband Bob of Great Bend, Brenda Ohnmacht and husband Steve of Great Bend, Arlene Manning and husband Greg of Ellinwood and Coleen "Coke" Suchy of Bushton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Kimberly Suchy Bainbridge.

Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be&nbsp; at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 18 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 <figcaption>Richard “Rick” Gerard Suchy</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard “Rick” Gerard Suchy, 66, passed away May 12, 2022, at the University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on June 11, 1955, in Great Bend, to Albion and Marcelline (Schwartz) Suchy. He married Kay Nelson on Aug. 31, 1974, in Great Bend.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rick was the owner and operator of Suchy Construction. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #862, NRA, Duneville Campground and Shifters of Central Kansas.Rick enjoyed hunting, cars, collecting all things auto memorabilia, dune buggies and sand cars. He especially loved spending time with his family and their Fourth of July celebrations.Survivors include his wife, Kay Suchy of the home; a son, Aaron Suchy and Tierney Mermis and a daughter, Nikki Munsch and husband Rick, and a son-in-law, Gary Bainbridge all of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Braxton Love, Darin Munsch, Brodie Bainbridge, Hayley Suchy and Caylon Munsch; a brother, Randy Suchy and wife Cristy of Great Bend; five sisters, Diane Morris and husband Wade of Hoisington, Debra Langer and husband Bob of Great Bend, Brenda Ohnmacht and husband Steve of Great Bend, Arlene Manning and husband Greg of Ellinwood and Coleen "Coke" Suchy of Bushton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Kimberly Suchy Bainbridge.Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be&nbsp; at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 18 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park.Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Richard 'Rick' Gerard Suchy

Dennis Lee Schmidt, 78, of Hays died Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at his home.

He was born Nov. 27, 1943, in Hays to Lawrence Andrew and Rosalyn (Ward) Schmidt. He married Lucy (Robinson) on June 18, 1966, in Hays.

Dennis started his career as a manager of the Hays Plainsmen Supply Store in Hays for a number of years. He then worked as a dispatcher and jailer at the Ellis County Law Enforcement Center for 14 years. He then worked at Hays Fire &amp; Rescue Sales, No-Pest Control. He was a realtor for a few years and was a horse farrier for many years.

Dennis grew up in Hays and was a 1961 graduate of St. Joseph Military Academy. He was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and St. Joseph Knights of Columbus both of Hays. He enjoyed fishing, horses, and rodeos, and was a rodeo clown for a number of years.

Survivors include his wife, Lucy Schmidt, of the home; his daughters, Karen Alexander and husband, Toby, Hays; Kelly Schmidt, Hays; his granddaughter, Chelsey Burkholder, Ft. Collins, Colo.; his brothers, Tim Schmidt, Hays; Kevin Schmidt and wife, Linda, Bradenton, Fla.; Neal Schmidt and wife, Denise, Fairfield, Ohio; Loren Schmidt and wife, Marcia, Tulsa, Okla.; and a number of nieces and nephews.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; and sister-in-law, Esther Schmidt.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th St., Hays, with Father Damian Richards officiating. A private family inurnment will be Wednesday afternoon at Saint Ann’s Cemetery, Walker.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.

The family suggests memorials payable to the organizations: St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, Saint Ann’s Cemetery, or Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of the mortuary.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.

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

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652390186639.jpeg" alt="Dennis Lee Schmidt" />
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 </figure>Dennis Lee Schmidt, 78, of Hays died Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at his home.He was born Nov. 27, 1943, in Hays to Lawrence Andrew and Rosalyn (Ward) Schmidt. He married Lucy (Robinson) on June 18, 1966, in Hays. Dennis started his career as a manager of the Hays Plainsmen Supply Store in Hays for a number of years. He then worked as a dispatcher and jailer at the Ellis County Law Enforcement Center for 14 years. He then worked at Hays Fire &amp; Rescue Sales, No-Pest Control. He was a realtor for a few years and was a horse farrier for many years.Dennis grew up in Hays and was a 1961 graduate of St. Joseph Military Academy. He was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and St. Joseph Knights of Columbus both of Hays. He enjoyed fishing, horses, and rodeos, and was a rodeo clown for a number of years.Survivors include his wife, Lucy Schmidt, of the home; his daughters, Karen Alexander and husband, Toby, Hays; Kelly Schmidt, Hays; his granddaughter, Chelsey Burkholder, Ft. Collins, Colo.; his brothers, Tim Schmidt, Hays; Kevin Schmidt and wife, Linda, Bradenton, Fla.; Neal Schmidt and wife, Denise, Fairfield, Ohio; Loren Schmidt and wife, Marcia, Tulsa, Okla.; and a number of nieces and nephews.Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; and sister-in-law, Esther Schmidt.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th St., Hays, with Father Damian Richards officiating. A private family inurnment will be Wednesday afternoon at Saint Ann’s Cemetery, Walker.The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church.The family suggests memorials payable to the organizations: St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, Saint Ann’s Cemetery, or Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of the mortuary.Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd St., Hays, KS 67601.Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at the guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.</a>

Dennis Lee Schmidt

Joan Becker, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at 
St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas surrounded by family and 
friends. She was born May 30, 1937, in Nashville, Kansas, the daughter 
of Phillip &amp; Elizabeth (Bayer) Becker. 
 Joan earned her Elementary School Diploma from Kingman County 
Public Elementary Schools in St. Leo, Kansas; graduated from Immaculate 
Conception High School in Great Bend, Kansas; attended Immaculate 
Conception College, Mary Mount College in Salina, Kansas; and earned a 
Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology at Sacred Heart College
 in Wichita, Kansas on June 1, 1961. Joan also entered the Dominican 
Sisters in Great Bend, Kansas in 1952; re-entered laity in 1971, and 
became a laity Associate Dominican Sister of Peace in 1984. She began 
working as a Lab and X-Ray Technician at St. Rose Hospital in Great 
Bend. She then continued her work at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden 
City, Kansas before moving to Lamar, Colorado to work at the Dominican 
Sisters of the Conception’s Sacred Heart Hospital, known today as the 
Prowers County Hospital District. Joan later returned to Garden City 
and was employed at Plaza Medical Center for many years until her 
retirement. 
 Joan was a longtime member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden
 City and an Associate of the Dominican Sisters of Peace. Her hobbies 
included crocheting and working outdoors in her yard, in which she took 
great pride. She also loved attending to her flowers, going to the 
casino, and visiting the sick. 
 Survivors include a longtime friend, Cindy Duran; three 
sisters-in-law Carolyn Becker, JoAnn Becker, and Agnes Keiss; and many 
nieces and nephews. Joan is preceded in death by her parents; and 
eleven siblings Jerome, Philip, Emil, John, Alfred, Nicholas, Philomena 
Becker, Ruth Becker, Marie Doll, Josephine Kimball, and Elizabeth Ricke. 
 A Vigil service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May
 16, 2022, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass 
will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, also at St. Dominic
 Catholic Church with Rev. Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The funeral 
Mass may also be viewed on Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home 
Facebook page. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden 
City. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday at 
Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City. The family suggests memorials 
given to the Charities of St. Dominic Catholic Church in care of the 
funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Joan Becker, 84, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at 
St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas surrounded by family and 
friends. She was born May 30, 1937, in Nashville, Kansas, the daughter 
of Phillip &amp; Elizabeth (Bayer) Becker. 
 Joan earned her Elementary School Diploma from Kingman County 
Public Elementary Schools in St. Leo, Kansas; graduated from Immaculate 
Conception High School in Great Bend, Kansas; attended Immaculate 
Conception College, Mary Mount College in Salina, Kansas; and earned a 
Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology at Sacred Heart College
 in Wichita, Kansas on June 1, 1961. Joan also entered the Dominican 
Sisters in Great Bend, Kansas in 1952; re-entered laity in 1971, and 
became a laity Associate Dominican Sister of Peace in 1984. She began 
working as a Lab and X-Ray Technician at St. Rose Hospital in Great 
Bend. She then continued her work at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden 
City, Kansas before moving to Lamar, Colorado to work at the Dominican 
Sisters of the Conception’s Sacred Heart Hospital, known today as the 
Prowers County Hospital District. Joan later returned to Garden City 
and was employed at Plaza Medical Center for many years until her 
retirement. 
 Joan was a longtime member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden
 City and an Associate of the Dominican Sisters of Peace. Her hobbies 
included crocheting and working outdoors in her yard, in which she took 
great pride. She also loved attending to her flowers, going to the 
casino, and visiting the sick. 
 Survivors include a longtime friend, Cindy Duran; three 
sisters-in-law Carolyn Becker, JoAnn Becker, and Agnes Keiss; and many 
nieces and nephews. Joan is preceded in death by her parents; and 
eleven siblings Jerome, Philip, Emil, John, Alfred, Nicholas, Philomena 
Becker, Ruth Becker, Marie Doll, Josephine Kimball, and Elizabeth Ricke. 
 A Vigil service and Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, May
 16, 2022, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass 
will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2022, also at St. Dominic
 Catholic Church with Rev. Warren Stecklein as Celebrant. The funeral 
Mass may also be viewed on Facebook Live on the Garnand Funeral Home 
Facebook page. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden 
City. Friends may call from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday at 
Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City. The family suggests memorials 
given to the Charities of St. Dominic Catholic Church in care of the 
funeral home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Joan Becker

Ann Rose Ruder, 71, transitioned to her heavenly body on Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Hays, Kansas.

Ann was born September 24, 1950, in 
Hays, Kansas to Marcellus and Marcella Ruder.&nbsp; She is the third of four 
children and the oldest daughter in the family.&nbsp; Ann lived and made many
 memories in Omaha, Nebraska; Kansas City, Kansas; and Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; 
The only thing more important to Ann than the Kansas City Chiefs and 
Christmas was her family. &nbsp;Her journey through life came full circle 
when it brought her back to Hays, as she cared for her parents that she 
so greatly loved.&nbsp; Ann finally settled in at Hays and made it her home.&nbsp;
 Ann loved and held close many nieces and nephews, great nieces and 
great nephews, and even a great-great nephew, which she loved as if they
 were her own.&nbsp; She loved to laugh and tell stories with her family.&nbsp; 
Her laughter can still be heard by all who knew her.&nbsp; She had grit, 
pluck, and an indomitable spirit, but mostly, she will always be 
remembered for her loyalty and love.&nbsp; She was loved by many and her 
family and friends will miss her and her spirited personality.

Survivors include her sister: Ellen 
Pool and husband David of Amarillo, TX, two brothers: Larry Ruder and 
wife Virginia of Overland Park and Terry Ruder of Daniel Island, SC, 
seven nieces and nephews, 17 great nieces and great nephews, and one 
great-great nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents: Marcellus and Marcella Ruder and a sister-in-law: Bonnie Ruder.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
11:00 am on Friday, May 20, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at 
St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am 
until service time at the church.&nbsp; Recitation of the rosary will be at 
10:30 am.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Ann may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Ann Rose Ruder, 71, transitioned to her heavenly body on Saturday, March 5, 2022, in Hays, Kansas.Ann was born September 24, 1950, in 
Hays, Kansas to Marcellus and Marcella Ruder.&nbsp; She is the third of four 
children and the oldest daughter in the family.&nbsp; Ann lived and made many
 memories in Omaha, Nebraska; Kansas City, Kansas; and Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; 
The only thing more important to Ann than the Kansas City Chiefs and 
Christmas was her family. &nbsp;Her journey through life came full circle 
when it brought her back to Hays, as she cared for her parents that she 
so greatly loved.&nbsp; Ann finally settled in at Hays and made it her home.&nbsp;
 Ann loved and held close many nieces and nephews, great nieces and 
great nephews, and even a great-great nephew, which she loved as if they
 were her own.&nbsp; She loved to laugh and tell stories with her family.&nbsp; 
Her laughter can still be heard by all who knew her.&nbsp; She had grit, 
pluck, and an indomitable spirit, but mostly, she will always be 
remembered for her loyalty and love.&nbsp; She was loved by many and her 
family and friends will miss her and her spirited personality.Survivors include her sister: Ellen 
Pool and husband David of Amarillo, TX, two brothers: Larry Ruder and 
wife Virginia of Overland Park and Terry Ruder of Daniel Island, SC, 
seven nieces and nephews, 17 great nieces and great nephews, and one 
great-great nephew.She was preceded in death by her parents: Marcellus and Marcella Ruder and a sister-in-law: Bonnie Ruder.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
11:00 am on Friday, May 20, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow at 
St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 10:00 am 
until service time at the church.&nbsp; Recitation of the rosary will be at 
10:30 am.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic 
Church, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Condolences and 
memories of Ann may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Ann Rose Ruder

Vera Elizabeth Durr, 97, died May 6, 2022, at Hester Care Center, 
Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 26, 1925, in Decatur County, KS, to 
Shirley Dean and Bessie M. (Coulter) Cathcart.

Vera graduated from Oberlin High School and attended Fort Hays State
 University. For over 24 years, she was an elementary school teacher.&nbsp; 
In addition, she was a member of the Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority, PEO 
Chapter EK, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.

On August 1, 1948, she married Merril Floyd Durr, in Oberlin.&nbsp; He 
died November 24, 2011, after they shared 63 years of marriage.

Vera is survived by:&nbsp; sons, Philip Durr of McPherson and Steven Durr 
(Teri) of Leawood; sister, Marian Joy Votapka; grandchildren, Ezekiel 
Durr (Tiffany), Kelsey Heavin (Scott), and Steven Scott Durr (Gena); 
great-grandchildren, Karley and Chevy Durr and Dillon and Walker Heavin;
 and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; brothers, Virgil Cathcart and Lester Cathcart; and daughter-in-law, Kathleen Durr.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. 
Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with The Reverend Dr. Kim 
Biery officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the McPherson Cemetery 
Mausoleum.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 
Elliott Mortuary.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652458345898.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>Vera Elizabeth Durr, 97, died May 6, 2022, at Hester Care Center, 
Hutchinson.&nbsp; She was born January 26, 1925, in Decatur County, KS, to 
Shirley Dean and Bessie M. (Coulter) Cathcart.Vera graduated from Oberlin High School and attended Fort Hays State
 University. For over 24 years, she was an elementary school teacher.&nbsp; 
In addition, she was a member of the Delta Sigma Epsilon Sorority, PEO 
Chapter EK, and Trinity United Methodist Church, Hutchinson.On August 1, 1948, she married Merril Floyd Durr, in Oberlin.&nbsp; He 
died November 24, 2011, after they shared 63 years of marriage.Vera is survived by:&nbsp; sons, Philip Durr of McPherson and Steven Durr 
(Teri) of Leawood; sister, Marian Joy Votapka; grandchildren, Ezekiel 
Durr (Tiffany), Kelsey Heavin (Scott), and Steven Scott Durr (Gena); 
great-grandchildren, Karley and Chevy Durr and Dillon and Walker Heavin;
 and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by:&nbsp; her parents; brothers, Virgil Cathcart and Lester Cathcart; and daughter-in-law, Kathleen Durr.Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 11:00 a.m. 
Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Elliott Chapel, with The Reverend Dr. Kim 
Biery officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will follow in the McPherson Cemetery 
Mausoleum.&nbsp; Friends may sign her book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 
Elliott Mortuary.

Vera Elizabeth Durr

Gary L. Dix, age 76, passed away on May 10, 2022, at his home in Rural Alton, KS. He was born the son of Ivan &amp; Naomi (Jone) Dix on March 2, 1946, in Stockton, KS.

Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652458100308.png" alt="" />
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 </figure>Gary L. Dix, age 76, passed away on May 10, 2022, at his home in Rural Alton, KS. He was born the son of Ivan &amp; Naomi (Jone) Dix on March 2, 1946, in Stockton, KS.Arrangements are pending with Rentschler Family Mortuaries.

Gary L. Dix

Vickie’s
 life began on May 19, 1924, in rural Grant Township in Marion County. 
She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Oborny) Stika. Vickie attended 
the Youngtown School in rural Marion County. She was united in marriage 
to John E. Smolik on September 30, 1946, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic
 Church in Pilsen, KS. Vickie was a homemaker and worked alongside her 
husband John on the family farm.&nbsp; Vickie spent numerous hours tending to
 her large vegetable garden and flower gardens.&nbsp; Every year she canned 
ample food for her family to enjoy over the winter months.&nbsp; She is 
remembered most for her Czech heritage in her baking of kolache and 
rolicke plus numerous other family favorite recipes.&nbsp; Not only was her 
baking enjoyed by her family but sought out by others in the community.&nbsp;
 Her grandchildren and great grandchildren all loved to spend time with 
her in the kitchen learning all her techniques.&nbsp; She enjoyed polka music
 and polka dancing in her free time. Vickie was a member of the St 
Mark’s Holy Family Catholic Church and a very active member of St. 
Mark’s Altar Society serving on the funeral dinner committee for 
decades.&nbsp; She thoroughly enjoyed the St. Mark’s quilting circle.&nbsp; Vickie
 was a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Marion. 

Her
 greatest joy was her family which includes daughters Theresa Linton of 
Phillipsburg, KS and Kathy ( Paul) Swan of Marion; grandchildren Ashley 
(Wes) Delaney of Phillipsburg, Lacey (Randall) Beaver of Hays, KS, 
Katrina (Justin) Griffin of Strong City, KSand Becky (Tim) Makovec of 
Marion; great grandchildren Zackary Delaney, Wyatt Delaney, Leah Beaver,
 Kandace (Stuart) Wakeman and Kassady Griffin, Morgan (Dustin) Looney, 
and Tyler Makovec; great great grandchildren Ava and Emrie Looney; and 
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; 

Vickie
 passed away at St. Luke’s Living Center on Tuesday May 3, 2022. She is 
preceded in death by her parents, husband and siblings Louis Stika, 
Valarian Stika and Henrietta Waner. Her family will gather with friends 
on Friday May 6th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, 
Marion. The Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian burial 
will be celebrated on Saturday May 7th at 10 a.m. at St. 
Mark’s Catholic Church, Marion by Father Brian Bebak. Vickie will be 
laid to rest in Marion Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed 
to the John and Vickie Smolik Memorial Fund to benefit the Marion 
Cemetery in care of the City of Marion. Please sign her online guestbook
 and leave a memory of Vickie at <a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652453023440.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Vickie’s
 life began on May 19, 1924, in rural Grant Township in Marion County. 
She was the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Oborny) Stika. Vickie attended 
the Youngtown School in rural Marion County. She was united in marriage 
to John E. Smolik on September 30, 1946, at St. John Nepomucene Catholic
 Church in Pilsen, KS. Vickie was a homemaker and worked alongside her 
husband John on the family farm.&nbsp; Vickie spent numerous hours tending to
 her large vegetable garden and flower gardens.&nbsp; Every year she canned 
ample food for her family to enjoy over the winter months.&nbsp; She is 
remembered most for her Czech heritage in her baking of kolache and 
rolicke plus numerous other family favorite recipes.&nbsp; Not only was her 
baking enjoyed by her family but sought out by others in the community.&nbsp;
 Her grandchildren and great grandchildren all loved to spend time with 
her in the kitchen learning all her techniques.&nbsp; She enjoyed polka music
 and polka dancing in her free time. Vickie was a member of the St 
Mark’s Holy Family Catholic Church and a very active member of St. 
Mark’s Altar Society serving on the funeral dinner committee for 
decades.&nbsp; She thoroughly enjoyed the St. Mark’s quilting circle.&nbsp; Vickie
 was a member of the VFW Auxiliary in Marion. Her
 greatest joy was her family which includes daughters Theresa Linton of 
Phillipsburg, KS and Kathy ( Paul) Swan of Marion; grandchildren Ashley 
(Wes) Delaney of Phillipsburg, Lacey (Randall) Beaver of Hays, KS, 
Katrina (Justin) Griffin of Strong City, KSand Becky (Tim) Makovec of 
Marion; great grandchildren Zackary Delaney, Wyatt Delaney, Leah Beaver,
 Kandace (Stuart) Wakeman and Kassady Griffin, Morgan (Dustin) Looney, 
and Tyler Makovec; great great grandchildren Ava and Emrie Looney; and 
many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; Vickie
 passed away at St. Luke’s Living Center on Tuesday May 3, 2022. She is 
preceded in death by her parents, husband and siblings Louis Stika, 
Valarian Stika and Henrietta Waner. Her family will gather with friends 
on Friday May 6th from 6-8 p.m. at Yazel Megli Funeral Home, 
Marion. The Rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. Mass of Christian burial 
will be celebrated on Saturday May 7th at 10 a.m. at St. 
Mark’s Catholic Church, Marion by Father Brian Bebak. Vickie will be 
laid to rest in Marion Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be directed 
to the John and Vickie Smolik Memorial Fund to benefit the Marion 
Cemetery in care of the City of Marion. Please sign her online guestbook
 and leave a memory of Vickie at <a href="http://www.yazelmeglifh.com" target="_blank">www.yazelmeglifh.com</a>.

Victoria 'Vickie' E. Smolik

Victoria Lynn “Vicki” Rajewski, 70, Hays, died Wednesday, May 11, 2022 in Hays, KS.

She was born September 27, 1951 in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Milford L. “Red” and Donna (Nicholson) Frazier.

 In 1969, she graduated from Valley Center High School. She attended Wichita State University, graduating in 1973 with a degree in nursing and she later earned a master’s degree from Fort Hays State University. Initially, she worked as an RN in pediatrics, but ultimately her passion became renal dialysis. She worked several years at the St. Francis Hospital Dialysis Unit. 

On February 12, 1977 she was united in marriage to Richard L. Rajewski, MD, in Wichita. They celebrated 45 years of marriage. 

After moving to Hays in 1979, she helped her husband in his medical practice for several years. In 1985, she helped start and was nurse manager of the Hays Medical Center Dialysis Unit until her retirement in 1995. 

She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church. Vicki’s main activities were her family, time at Kanopolis and Wilson Lakes, gardening, and her many house plants. She loved walking on the beach while vacationing on Sanibel Island, Florida.

Survivors include her husband Richard L. Rajewski, MD, of Hays, three sons, Joshua Rajewski and wife Dawn of Lenexa, KS, Justin Rajewski and wife Dr. Diana Rajewski of Cologne, Germany, and Jeremiah Rajewski and husband Matthew Becker of Denver, CO, four brothers, Stan Frazier of Eureka, KS, Roy Frazier of Valley Center, KS, Randy Frazier of Wichita, KS and Tom Frazier of Hesston, KS, three grandchildren, Carver and Kaley Rajewski of Hays, Abigail Rajewski of Cologne, Germany, and 15 nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Wachter, Fr. Damian Richards, and Deacon Dave Kisner officiating. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, KS. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at the church. A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. 

The family requests that masks be worn during the visitation and mass. 

Memorials may be made payable to The Cancer Council of Ellis County, American Red Cross, Catholic Charities, or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. 

Condolences and memories of Vicki may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652387864071.jpeg" alt="Vicki Rajewski" />
 <figcaption>Vicki Rajewski</figcaption>
 </figure>Victoria Lynn “Vicki” Rajewski, 70, Hays, died Wednesday, May 11, 2022 in Hays, KS.She was born September 27, 1951 in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Milford L. “Red” and Donna (Nicholson) Frazier. In 1969, she graduated from Valley Center High School. She attended Wichita State University, graduating in 1973 with a degree in nursing and she later earned a master’s degree from Fort Hays State University. Initially, she worked as an RN in pediatrics, but ultimately her passion became renal dialysis. She worked several years at the St. Francis Hospital Dialysis Unit. On February 12, 1977 she was united in marriage to Richard L. Rajewski, MD, in Wichita. They celebrated 45 years of marriage. After moving to Hays in 1979, she helped her husband in his medical practice for several years. In 1985, she helped start and was nurse manager of the Hays Medical Center Dialysis Unit until her retirement in 1995. She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church. Vicki’s main activities were her family, time at Kanopolis and Wilson Lakes, gardening, and her many house plants. She loved walking on the beach while vacationing on Sanibel Island, Florida.Survivors include her husband Richard L. Rajewski, MD, of Hays, three sons, Joshua Rajewski and wife Dawn of Lenexa, KS, Justin Rajewski and wife Dr. Diana Rajewski of Cologne, Germany, and Jeremiah Rajewski and husband Matthew Becker of Denver, CO, four brothers, Stan Frazier of Eureka, KS, Roy Frazier of Valley Center, KS, Randy Frazier of Wichita, KS and Tom Frazier of Hesston, KS, three grandchildren, Carver and Kaley Rajewski of Hays, Abigail Rajewski of Cologne, Germany, and 15 nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church with Fr. Robert Wachter, Fr. Damian Richards, and Deacon Dave Kisner officiating. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent, KS. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 a.m. until service time on Tuesday at the church. A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. The family requests that masks be worn during the visitation and mass. Memorials may be made payable to The Cancer Council of Ellis County, American Red Cross, Catholic Charities, or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Condolences and memories of Vicki may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Victoria Lynn 'Vicki' Rajewski

Dean Edward Bigge, Hays, passed away 
May 8th, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society in Hays, Kansas. Dean was 
born July 18, 1935, the son of Benjamin George and Sophia Elizabeth 
(Griffith) Bigge.

Dean grew up on the family farm in 
Stockton KS and was a graduate of Stockton high school. He graduated the
 Automotive Vocational Technical College in St. Louis, MO in 1955.

Dean met his sweetheart Elaine 
Tomasheck in Salina, KS and the two were married in March of 1956 in St.
 John's Lutheran Church north of Ellis.

Dean was an ASE certified master 
mechanic, a home builder and produced beautiful woodworking projects and
 furniture for family and friends.

He was the founding instructor of the 
NCK auto mechanic training school here in Hays.&nbsp; When not in the 
shop/classroom you could find him golfing in Ellis with his buddies as 
well as attending family functions and events where he received a great 
sense of satisfaction watching his children and grandchildren achieve 
their educational and professional goals.

Dean is survived by his wife, Elaine of
 Hays; children: Katherine S. (Gary) Zink of Ponca City, OK; Michael 
Dean Bigge of Wichita, KS; and Mark A. Bigge of Hays.&nbsp; Sister-in-law: 
Ruth Bigge of Salina; Niece: Janet M. Bigge; and Nephew: Stephen Bigge 
of Topeka.&nbsp; Seven grandchildren and Six great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother: Earl E. Bigge; and a niece: Patricia A. Bigge.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests 
memorials benefitting NCK Automotive Technical College, Hays, in care of
 the funeral home.

Cremation under the direction of 
Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be left by guest book 
at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dean Edward Bigge, Hays, passed away 
May 8th, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society in Hays, Kansas. Dean was 
born July 18, 1935, the son of Benjamin George and Sophia Elizabeth 
(Griffith) Bigge.Dean grew up on the family farm in 
Stockton KS and was a graduate of Stockton high school. He graduated the
 Automotive Vocational Technical College in St. Louis, MO in 1955.Dean met his sweetheart Elaine 
Tomasheck in Salina, KS and the two were married in March of 1956 in St.
 John's Lutheran Church north of Ellis.Dean was an ASE certified master 
mechanic, a home builder and produced beautiful woodworking projects and
 furniture for family and friends.He was the founding instructor of the 
NCK auto mechanic training school here in Hays.&nbsp; When not in the 
shop/classroom you could find him golfing in Ellis with his buddies as 
well as attending family functions and events where he received a great 
sense of satisfaction watching his children and grandchildren achieve 
their educational and professional goals.Dean is survived by his wife, Elaine of
 Hays; children: Katherine S. (Gary) Zink of Ponca City, OK; Michael 
Dean Bigge of Wichita, KS; and Mark A. Bigge of Hays.&nbsp; Sister-in-law: 
Ruth Bigge of Salina; Niece: Janet M. Bigge; and Nephew: Stephen Bigge 
of Topeka.&nbsp; Seven grandchildren and Six great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother: Earl E. Bigge; and a niece: Patricia A. Bigge.In lieu of flowers the family suggests 
memorials benefitting NCK Automotive Technical College, Hays, in care of
 the funeral home.Cremation under the direction of 
Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Hays, Kansas 67601.&nbsp; 
Condolences may be left by guest book 
at&nbsp;www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com&nbsp;or by email 
at&nbsp;keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Dean Edward Bigge

Mary Joyce Thorne Charlton , 71 passed away peacefully on May 9, 2022, in the presence of family. She was born in Kansas City to Francis Xavier and Kathleen Marie (Keller) Thorne on December 6, 1950.

She survived by her husband of 50 years Michael Charlton and five of her six children: Bryan Charlton and wife Karena of Ridgedale, Missouri, Melissa Tyndall and husband Stuart of Springdale, Arkansas, Mark Charlton and wife Jennifer of Roslyn, WA, Kristin Rogne and husband Brandon of Fort Smith, AR and Patrick Charlton and wife of Sara of North Little Rock, Arkansas; and her 11 grandchildren: Braden, Seth, and Jonah Charlton, Taylor and Molly Tyndall, Thomas, Anna Claire, and Emma Horn, Magnolia Rogne and JP and Elliot Charlton; as well as eight of her nine siblings: Beverly Rittenhouse (Rick), Christine Beck (Terry), Frank Thorne (Jana), Mark Thorne, Joseph Thorne (Jill), Teresa Oyler (Stan), Rosemary Thorne (Dusty Griffin), and Catherine Powell (Billy) as well as many loving nieces and nephews and endless number of friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Francis Xavier and Kathleen (Keller) Thorne, her daughter Kimberly Anne Charlton, and sister Anne (Thorne) Durst.

Mary graduated from St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth where she met her future husband, Michael.

They were married in 1971 in Leavenworth, Kansas. They moved to Hays, Kansas where they started their family. They then moved to Hutchinson, Kansas where their family grew. It was here where she started to dabble in florals, it was nothing for her to pull over on the side of the road to grab some beautiful flowers for an arrangement. In 1990 they moved to Fort Smith, Arkansas and it quickly became home. Her passion for her Collections Florals business grew and Mary is one of the most desired wedding designers in the River Valley.

In life Mary was the selfless spreader of joy no matter what she was doing (Joy was in her middle name).

Whether it was doing weddings or making arrangements or making people’s homes beautiful in her floral business or stocking her booth at Brick City or using her talents to make Christ the King Church beautiful or spending time with her friends spreading God’s love and bringing people closer to Christ. Having been raised on a farm and helping raise her nine brothers and sisters she knew how to greet each morning with boundless energy. She was the rock of the Thorne and Charlton families, she was a shoulder to cry on, someone to laugh with, and the person that always took care of everyone.

Mary enjoyed gardening and caring for her exquisite yard. She enjoyed traveling, swimming, but most of, all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling all over the country (and world) to spend with her grandbabies.

Mary was a devout Catholic. Mary’s lifelong faith journey allowed her to minister in many areas of her life. Mary was a board member of the Diocese of Wichita and one of the founders of the Stewardship Way of Life. Mary served on several boards over the years on Parish Council at Christ the King Parish. Mary was a founding member of Sisters of the Heart which became her passion for evangelizing to her sisters and friends.

The funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday May 13 at Christ the King Parish, 1920 South Greenwood Avenue 72901 in Fort Smith Arkansas. The Celebrants will be Father Juan Guido and Father John Antony. Music will be provided by Patrick Charlton and the Christ the King Choir.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be sent to Christ the King Catholic Church or The Fort Smith Mercy Hospital Hospice, Attention Michele Holland. 

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/5/1652450975391.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Joyce Thorne Charlton , 71 passed away peacefully on May 9, 2022, in the presence of family. She was born in Kansas City to Francis Xavier and Kathleen Marie (Keller) Thorne on December 6, 1950.She survived by her husband of 50 years Michael Charlton and five of her six children: Bryan Charlton and wife Karena of Ridgedale, Missouri, Melissa Tyndall and husband Stuart of Springdale, Arkansas, Mark Charlton and wife Jennifer of Roslyn, WA, Kristin Rogne and husband Brandon of Fort Smith, AR and Patrick Charlton and wife of Sara of North Little Rock, Arkansas; and her 11 grandchildren: Braden, Seth, and Jonah Charlton, Taylor and Molly Tyndall, Thomas, Anna Claire, and Emma Horn, Magnolia Rogne and JP and Elliot Charlton; as well as eight of her nine siblings: Beverly Rittenhouse (Rick), Christine Beck (Terry), Frank Thorne (Jana), Mark Thorne, Joseph Thorne (Jill), Teresa Oyler (Stan), Rosemary Thorne (Dusty Griffin), and Catherine Powell (Billy) as well as many loving nieces and nephews and endless number of friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Francis Xavier and Kathleen (Keller) Thorne, her daughter Kimberly Anne Charlton, and sister Anne (Thorne) Durst.Mary graduated from St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth where she met her future husband, Michael.They were married in 1971 in Leavenworth, Kansas. They moved to Hays, Kansas where they started their family. They then moved to Hutchinson, Kansas where their family grew. It was here where she started to dabble in florals, it was nothing for her to pull over on the side of the road to grab some beautiful flowers for an arrangement. In 1990 they moved to Fort Smith, Arkansas and it quickly became home. Her passion for her Collections Florals business grew and Mary is one of the most desired wedding designers in the River Valley.In life Mary was the selfless spreader of joy no matter what she was doing (Joy was in her middle name).Whether it was doing weddings or making arrangements or making people’s homes beautiful in her floral business or stocking her booth at Brick City or using her talents to make Christ the King Church beautiful or spending time with her friends spreading God’s love and bringing people closer to Christ. Having been raised on a farm and helping raise her nine brothers and sisters she knew how to greet each morning with boundless energy. She was the rock of the Thorne and Charlton families, she was a shoulder to cry on, someone to laugh with, and the person that always took care of everyone.Mary enjoyed gardening and caring for her exquisite yard. She enjoyed traveling, swimming, but most of, all she enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and traveling all over the country (and world) to spend with her grandbabies.Mary was a devout Catholic. Mary’s lifelong faith journey allowed her to minister in many areas of her life. Mary was a board member of the Diocese of Wichita and one of the founders of the Stewardship Way of Life. Mary served on several boards over the years on Parish Council at Christ the King Parish. Mary was a founding member of Sisters of the Heart which became her passion for evangelizing to her sisters and friends.The funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 am on Friday May 13 at Christ the King Parish, 1920 South Greenwood Avenue 72901 in Fort Smith Arkansas. The Celebrants will be Father Juan Guido and Father John Antony. Music will be provided by Patrick Charlton and the Christ the King Choir.In lieu of flowers, the family is asking for donations to be sent to Christ the King Catholic Church or The Fort Smith Mercy Hospital Hospice, Attention Michele Holland.

Mary Joyce Thorne Charlton

Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich, 87, passed away May 11, 2022, under
 her loving family’s care at her granddaughter, Brooke’s, house in 
Halstead. She was born on February 17, 1935, in Victoria to Nicholas 
&amp; Rose (Dreiling) Braun. Delores attended Brown Mackie College where
 she met Leon Strecker. They were married on April 23, 1955, in 
Ellinwood. He died August 12, 1992. She then married Cletus Uhrich on 
March 11, 2000, in Great Bend. He died December 19, 2011.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Delores was a bookkeeper for several 
area oilfield companies. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Great
 Bend Desk and Derrick, and enjoyed playing bridge. Delores especially 
loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include, her children, Monty Strecker and wife Catherine of
 Ellinwood, Julie Bauman and husband Carl of Great Bend, and Carrie 
Bridges and husband Kirk of Halstead; two brothers, Francis Braun of 
Titusville, Fla. and Darrell Braun and wife Mignon of Odessa, Tex.; 
twelve grandchildren, Jacob Strecker (Andrea), Nicklaus Strecker 
(Laura), Rachel Strecker (Shameem), Rebecca Smith (Jordon), Joanna 
Strecker, Amanda Clarke, Ashlee Meyerhoff (Kurt), Zachary Bauman 
(Hailey), Brooke Panzer (Jarrod), Brandy Mabry (Zack), Bryon Bridges 
(Stephanie) and Bradley Bridges (Maddie) and thirty-one great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Nick
 Braun, Jr.; a sister, Freida Rychlec; a sister in law, Millie Braun; 
and two great grandchildren, Elyjah Bridges and McCoy Smith.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. 
and Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. 
Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been 
designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or St. Joseph Catholic 
School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich, 87, passed away May 11, 2022, under
 her loving family’s care at her granddaughter, Brooke’s, house in 
Halstead. She was born on February 17, 1935, in Victoria to Nicholas 
&amp; Rose (Dreiling) Braun. Delores attended Brown Mackie College where
 she met Leon Strecker. They were married on April 23, 1955, in 
Ellinwood. He died August 12, 1992. She then married Cletus Uhrich on 
March 11, 2000, in Great Bend. He died December 19, 2011.A longtime Great Bend resident, Delores was a bookkeeper for several 
area oilfield companies. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Great
 Bend Desk and Derrick, and enjoyed playing bridge. Delores especially 
loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include, her children, Monty Strecker and wife Catherine of
 Ellinwood, Julie Bauman and husband Carl of Great Bend, and Carrie 
Bridges and husband Kirk of Halstead; two brothers, Francis Braun of 
Titusville, Fla. and Darrell Braun and wife Mignon of Odessa, Tex.; 
twelve grandchildren, Jacob Strecker (Andrea), Nicklaus Strecker 
(Laura), Rachel Strecker (Shameem), Rebecca Smith (Jordon), Joanna 
Strecker, Amanda Clarke, Ashlee Meyerhoff (Kurt), Zachary Bauman 
(Hailey), Brooke Panzer (Jarrod), Brandy Mabry (Zack), Bryon Bridges 
(Stephanie) and Bradley Bridges (Maddie) and thirty-one great 
grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Nick
 Braun, Jr.; a sister, Freida Rychlec; a sister in law, Millie Braun; 
and two great grandchildren, Elyjah Bridges and McCoy Smith.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 
2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. 
and Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at 
St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. 
Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been 
designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or St. Joseph Catholic 
School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich

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Long time Oakley resident Darlene A. Rietcheck, 66, died Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS. At her request, no service will be held. The family will receive friends from 2-4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Gateway Fellowship, Oakley. Darlene was born on October 2, 1955, in Oakley, KS to Ambrose and Anna Selenke. Darlene was known for her competitive nature and could turn any mundane activity of daily living into a contest. Darlene worked in the medical field for nearly fifty years. She could often be seen wearing an EMT T-shirt.

Her children Rhonda and Kyle brought her much joy. Shopping for her six grandchildren was one of the joys of her life. She was happiest when they were in her home following her directions on how to decorate her house for various holidays. She had a “fairy village” for every season. Darlene loved her collections! She enjoyed being in charge, crafting, quilting, and gardening. She was preceded in death by her father Ambrose and her brother, Larry.

She is survived by her mother Anna; daughter Rhonda and spouse Jason; her son Kyle and spouse Heather’ and six grandchildren Jackson, Jaron, Josie, Jayla, Remi, and Isla. She is also survived by her brothers, David Selenke, his wife Gayle and Don Selenke, of Oakley, KS, a sister Anna Hillman, of Lincoln, NE, and a sister Diana England and her husband Bob, of Norman, OK and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers she would like donations to be made to either the Norman Yardley Cancer Foundation, c/o Farmers State Bank, 100 Center Ave., Oakley, KS or the Logan County EMS, 710 W 2nd St. Oakley, KS 67748.

For more information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Darlene Ann Rietcheck , Oakley</h2><figure>
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 </figure><a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/Rietcheck-Darlene/4926952/">Darlene Rietcheck Obituary - Colby, KS | Baalmann Mortuary-Colby</a>October 2nd, 1955 - May 11th, 2022Long time Oakley resident Darlene A. Rietcheck, 66, died Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, KS. At her request, no service will be held. The family will receive friends from 2-4:00 p.m. Sunday, May 15, 2022, at Gateway Fellowship, Oakley. Darlene was born on October 2, 1955, in Oakley, KS to Ambrose and Anna Selenke. Darlene was known for her competitive nature and could turn any mundane activity of daily living into a contest. Darlene worked in the medical field for nearly fifty years. She could often be seen wearing an EMT T-shirt. Her children Rhonda and Kyle brought her much joy. Shopping for her six grandchildren was one of the joys of her life. She was happiest when they were in her home following her directions on how to decorate her house for various holidays. She had a “fairy village” for every season. Darlene loved her collections! She enjoyed being in charge, crafting, quilting, and gardening. She was preceded in death by her father Ambrose and her brother, Larry. She is survived by her mother Anna; daughter Rhonda and spouse Jason; her son Kyle and spouse Heather’ and six grandchildren Jackson, Jaron, Josie, Jayla, Remi, and Isla. She is also survived by her brothers, David Selenke, his wife Gayle and Don Selenke, of Oakley, KS, a sister Anna Hillman, of Lincoln, NE, and a sister Diana England and her husband Bob, of Norman, OK and a host of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers she would like donations to be made to either the Norman Yardley Cancer Foundation, c/o Farmers State Bank, 100 Center Ave., Oakley, KS or the Logan County EMS, 710 W 2nd St. Oakley, KS 67748. For more information visit www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Darlene Ann Rietcheck 

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Larry Gibson

Plainville - Vera Jane (Stoner) Glick, 96, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2022, at her home in Plainville. &nbsp;

Vera Jane was born February 23, 1926, the third daughter of Loyd and Vera (Claggett) Stoner.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born and raised in Kirwin, Kansas, until her family moved to Plainville where she attended and graduated with the PHS class of 1944.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vera Jane Stoner was united in marriage to Herbert W. Glick on June 5, 1944, in Boise, Idaho. This union was blessed with four children, Donald, Fred, Rodger and Shirley. The family spent most of their married life in Plainville.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She was a homemaker and accomplished seamstress, making clothes for her children and later her grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Vera Jane enjoyed flower gardening, cooking and all kinds of crafting including in part,&nbsp;ceramics, ornaments for every occasion and crocheted items from refrigerator magnets to afghans, all of which her family were always included as being the lucky recipients. Vera Jane also enjoyed hunting and fishing for many years. Later in life she found joy and fellowship in playing cards, especially Texas Hold 'Em!&nbsp;

She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Plainville, a member of the National WWII Museum and a life member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 8871 of which she held various offices over the years.&nbsp;

Vera Jane was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. 

She is survived by her four children, Donald (Verlene) Glick of Zurich, KS, Fred (Paula) Glick of Plainville, KS, Rodger (Geri) Glick of Parker, CO, and Shirley Steinert of Plainville, KS, eight grandchildren, Donald Glick, Jr., Ronald Glick, Hollie Gehring, Bryce Glick, Kristin Francis, Jason Glick, Makenzi Johnson, and Stuart Rempe, 18 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, a host of extended family and&nbsp;friends as well as&nbsp;last but not least, her beloved, loyal and constant companion, WeGo.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by include her mother, father, husband, three sisters Connie, Billy, LeAnne, one&nbsp;brother Harvey, and son-in-law Jim Steinert.&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Plainville United Methodist Church, 1002 Madison St., Plainville, KS, with Pastor Dennis Irwin officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday, May 23, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Plainville United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will take place in the Plainville Cemetery, Plainville, KS. 

Memorials can be given to the Vera Jane Glick memorial fund; however, Vera would rather you pay something forward to someone of your choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

All Faiths Funeral Chapel,&nbsp;113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp;is handling the arrangements at www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Plainville - Vera Jane (Stoner) Glick, 96, passed away Sunday, May 8, 2022, at her home in Plainville. &nbsp;Vera Jane was born February 23, 1926, the third daughter of Loyd and Vera (Claggett) Stoner.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was born and raised in Kirwin, Kansas, until her family moved to Plainville where she attended and graduated with the PHS class of 1944.&nbsp;&nbsp;Vera Jane Stoner was united in marriage to Herbert W. Glick on June 5, 1944, in Boise, Idaho. This union was blessed with four children, Donald, Fred, Rodger and Shirley. The family spent most of their married life in Plainville.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was a homemaker and accomplished seamstress, making clothes for her children and later her grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;Vera Jane enjoyed flower gardening, cooking and all kinds of crafting including in part,&nbsp;ceramics, ornaments for every occasion and crocheted items from refrigerator magnets to afghans, all of which her family were always included as being the lucky recipients. Vera Jane also enjoyed hunting and fishing for many years. Later in life she found joy and fellowship in playing cards, especially Texas Hold 'Em!&nbsp;She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Plainville, a member of the National WWII Museum and a life member of the VFW Auxiliary Post 8871 of which she held various offices over the years.&nbsp;Vera Jane was a loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She is survived by her four children, Donald (Verlene) Glick of Zurich, KS, Fred (Paula) Glick of Plainville, KS, Rodger (Geri) Glick of Parker, CO, and Shirley Steinert of Plainville, KS, eight grandchildren, Donald Glick, Jr., Ronald Glick, Hollie Gehring, Bryce Glick, Kristin Francis, Jason Glick, Makenzi Johnson, and Stuart Rempe, 18 great-grandchildren, six great-great-grandchildren, a host of extended family and&nbsp;friends as well as&nbsp;last but not least, her beloved, loyal and constant companion, WeGo.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by include her mother, father, husband, three sisters Connie, Billy, LeAnne, one&nbsp;brother Harvey, and son-in-law Jim Steinert.&nbsp;Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 24, 2022, at Plainville United Methodist Church, 1002 Madison St., Plainville, KS, with Pastor Dennis Irwin officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Monday, May 23, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Plainville United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will take place in the Plainville Cemetery, Plainville, KS. Memorials can be given to the Vera Jane Glick memorial fund; however, Vera would rather you pay something forward to someone of your choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;All Faiths Funeral Chapel,&nbsp;113 S. Madison St., Smith Center, KS&nbsp;is handling the arrangements at www.allfaithsfuneralchapel.com.&nbsp;

Vera Jane Glick

Sandra “Sandy” Jane Kaiser was born Jan. 4, 1963, in Hays to Bradley and Leila (Knapp) Hall. She passed away May 10, 2022, in Kearney, Neb.

Sandy grew up in Utica, and Tuba City, Ariz., before moving to Woodruff in high school. She was a 1981 graduate of Northern Valley High School. After high school, she and Charley went on to attend NWKTC in Goodland, where she studied to be a cosmetologist.

Sandy married Charley Kaiser on April 23, 1983, in Long Island, Kan. Together they raised two boys, Chris and Carson. Sandy worked for Nex-Tech in the accounts receivable department and then later in the warehouse. For the last 15 years, she has worked for Natoma Manufacturing in Norton. In her spare time, Sandy loved spending time with her family.

Sandy was preceded in death by her father, Bradley Hall. She is survived by her husband, Charley of Lenora; mother, Leila Hall of Kearney, Neb.; sons, Chris Kaiser of Oberlin, and Carson Kaiser of Oklahoma City; brother, Perry (Amber) Hall of Paragould, Ariz., and sisters, Laura (Norris) Chee of Paragould, Ark., and Tammy (Mike) Shinn of Dwight, Kan.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 16 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Woodruff Cemetery in Woodruff. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday before the service. 

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654.

Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.plumergobber.com.">www.plumergobber.com.</a>

<figure>
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 </figure>Sandra “Sandy” Jane Kaiser was born Jan. 4, 1963, in Hays to Bradley and Leila (Knapp) Hall. She passed away May 10, 2022, in Kearney, Neb.Sandy grew up in Utica, and Tuba City, Ariz., before moving to Woodruff in high school. She was a 1981 graduate of Northern Valley High School. After high school, she and Charley went on to attend NWKTC in Goodland, where she studied to be a cosmetologist.Sandy married Charley Kaiser on April 23, 1983, in Long Island, Kan. Together they raised two boys, Chris and Carson. Sandy worked for Nex-Tech in the accounts receivable department and then later in the warehouse. For the last 15 years, she has worked for Natoma Manufacturing in Norton. In her spare time, Sandy loved spending time with her family.Sandy was preceded in death by her father, Bradley Hall. She is survived by her husband, Charley of Lenora; mother, Leila Hall of Kearney, Neb.; sons, Chris Kaiser of Oberlin, and Carson Kaiser of Oklahoma City; brother, Perry (Amber) Hall of Paragould, Ariz., and sisters, Laura (Norris) Chee of Paragould, Ark., and Tammy (Mike) Shinn of Dwight, Kan.Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 16 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Woodruff Cemetery in Woodruff. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Monday before the service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Plumer-Gobber Funeral Home, 215 W. Main St., Norton, KS 67654.Condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.plumergobber.com.">www.plumergobber.com.</a>

Sandra 'Sandy' Jane Kaiser

Jo Jordan, 84, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2022, at River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on Oct. 7, 1937, at Great Bend to Wesley and Evelyn Miller. She married Clifford R. Jordan on Aug. 30, 1959, at Great Bend.&nbsp;

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jo was a sales rep for Avon for many years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and then First Christian Church. Jo worked as a church visitor, sharing her smile with the homebound and elderly. She also enjoyed caring for children in her later years. Jo was a true friend to all she met and was a dedicated follower of the Lord.

Survivors include two sons, Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Englewood, Colo., and Michael Jordan and wife Kathy of Hutchinson; and three grandchildren, Caroline Jordan, Grant Jordan and Jordyn Pratt. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Clifford Jordan.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 16 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 17 at First Christian Church with Reverend Josh Leu presiding.

The interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Jo Jordan, 84, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2022, at River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on Oct. 7, 1937, at Great Bend to Wesley and Evelyn Miller. She married Clifford R. Jordan on Aug. 30, 1959, at Great Bend.&nbsp;A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jo was a sales rep for Avon for many years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church and then First Christian Church. Jo worked as a church visitor, sharing her smile with the homebound and elderly. She also enjoyed caring for children in her later years. Jo was a true friend to all she met and was a dedicated follower of the Lord.Survivors include two sons, Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Englewood, Colo., and Michael Jordan and wife Kathy of Hutchinson; and three grandchildren, Caroline Jordan, Grant Jordan and Jordyn Pratt. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Clifford Jordan.Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 16 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 17 at First Christian Church with Reverend Josh Leu presiding.The interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Jo Jordan

November 18, 1928 ~ May 11, 2022 (age 93)

A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.

Arrangements are being handled by <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">Koons-Russell Funeral Home</a>.

<h2>Juanita Audrey "Bloom" Whelan</h2>November 18, 1928 ~ May 11, 2022 (age 93)A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available.Arrangements are being handled by <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/">Koons-Russell Funeral Home</a>.

Juanita Audrey 'Bloom' Whelan

Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson, 72, of Manhattan, passed away Tuesday, May 10, with family by her side. &nbsp; Barbara was born in Manhattan on March 26, 1950, a daughter of the late Vivian R (Bamer) and Ladek (Lud) C. Fiser. She was united in marriage to Mark H. Ruliffson on August 20, 1970, and celebrated 52 years of marriage. Barb was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and served faithfully as their administrative assistant for 14 years. Prior to that, Barb was an accomplished first-grade school teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School in Hays.&nbsp; Barbara especially enjoyed spending time with her six grandchildren, gardening, traveling with Mark, and walking her two labrador retrievers, Bailey and Aspen. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 15 at the Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Ave. The funeral service will also be at 10 a.m. Monday, May 16 at the Manhattan Church of Christ, with a visitation starting at 9 a.m. until service time. Barbara is survived by her husband Mark of Manhattan, daughter; Tammy &nbsp;Robinson, of Overland Park; and her son Tad (Rebecca) Ruliffson, of Manhattan, Kan., six grandchildren; Nathan, Noah, and Natalie Meyer, along with Ella, Emery, and Everett Ruliffson. Barbara is also survived by her brother David (Kay) Fiser of Manhattan, Kan.; &nbsp;four sisters, Ruth (Mike) Booth, of Olathe; &nbsp;Sara (Jerry) Duncan, of Bettendorf, Iowa; &nbsp;Martha (Richard) Seaton, of Manhattan, Kan.; and &nbsp;Karen (Robert) Turner, of Marietta, Ga.&nbsp; Barb was preceded in death by her parents and sister Carol (John) Cannon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Kansas State University Foundation Johnson Cancer Research Center or the Manhattan Church of Christ,&nbsp;2510 Dickens Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502. Interment at the Sunrise Cemetery Manhattan, Kan. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.

Cover photo provided by Pixabay.

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 </figure>Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson, 72, of Manhattan, passed away Tuesday, May 10, with family by her side. &nbsp; Barbara was born in Manhattan on March 26, 1950, a daughter of the late Vivian R (Bamer) and Ladek (Lud) C. Fiser. She was united in marriage to Mark H. Ruliffson on August 20, 1970, and celebrated 52 years of marriage. Barb was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and served faithfully as their administrative assistant for 14 years. Prior to that, Barb was an accomplished first-grade school teacher at Roosevelt Elementary School in Hays.&nbsp; Barbara especially enjoyed spending time with her six grandchildren, gardening, traveling with Mark, and walking her two labrador retrievers, Bailey and Aspen. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, May 15 at the Manhattan Church of Christ, 2510 Dickens Ave. The funeral service will also be at 10 a.m. Monday, May 16 at the Manhattan Church of Christ, with a visitation starting at 9 a.m. until service time. Barbara is survived by her husband Mark of Manhattan, daughter; Tammy &nbsp;Robinson, of Overland Park; and her son Tad (Rebecca) Ruliffson, of Manhattan, Kan., six grandchildren; Nathan, Noah, and Natalie Meyer, along with Ella, Emery, and Everett Ruliffson. Barbara is also survived by her brother David (Kay) Fiser of Manhattan, Kan.; &nbsp;four sisters, Ruth (Mike) Booth, of Olathe; &nbsp;Sara (Jerry) Duncan, of Bettendorf, Iowa; &nbsp;Martha (Richard) Seaton, of Manhattan, Kan.; and &nbsp;Karen (Robert) Turner, of Marietta, Ga.&nbsp; Barb was preceded in death by her parents and sister Carol (John) Cannon. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Kansas State University Foundation Johnson Cancer Research Center or the Manhattan Church of Christ,&nbsp;2510 Dickens Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502. Interment at the Sunrise Cemetery Manhattan, Kan. Arrangements have been entrusted to Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home.Cover photo provided by Pixabay.

Barbara Jean Fiser Ruliffson

Lawrence Alphonse Fellhoelter, age 90, died on May 10, 2022, in Great Bend, Kansas at his home in Brookdale Assisted Living Center.  He was born on July 25, 1931, in Oakley, Kansas the son of Herman and Odella (Comeau) Fellhoelter, Sr.

Larry was a United States Air Force veteran having served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1954.  He earned the rank of Staff Sargent while serving with a medic transport group.  On June 30, 1955, he married Mary Lee Jobe in Hays.  She preceded him in death on April 18, 2008. Larry held many occupations while in Ness City, but he was well known as the grocer at Larry’s IGA which he owned and operated for twelve years.  Larry married Sherry Fernetti on November 13, 2009, in Great Bend.  She preceded him in death on January 21, 2019.

Larry is survived by his son, Chuck Fellhoelter and his wife, Belinda; two grandchildren, Charlie Fellhoelter and Chelsea Walecki; and two great grandchildren, Boston and Paisley Walecki all of Great Bend; and two nephews, Andy Fellhoelter and wife, Kim, and Pat Fellhoelter and wife, Annetta all of Ness City whom he helped raise and mentor for many years; two brothers, Leland Fellhoelter and his wife, Carol, of Olathe,KS, and Melvin Fellhoelter and his wife, Elizabeth, of Medina, Ohio; two sisters, Pauline Westhusing and her husband, Eldon, of Hays and Doris Hale and her husband, Bill, of Shickley, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.

Preceding Larry in death are his parents, both wives, and three brothers, Herman Jr., Donald, and Dennis Fellhoelter, sister-in-law, Sharon Fellhoelter and nephew Bryce Fellhoelter.

The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City followed by burial in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City on Friday, May 13, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with rosary starting at 6:30 p.m. followed by visitation.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Honor Flight or the Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund.

<figure>
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 </figure>Lawrence Alphonse Fellhoelter, age 90, died on May 10, 2022, in Great Bend, Kansas at his home in Brookdale Assisted Living Center. He was born on July 25, 1931, in Oakley, Kansas the son of Herman and Odella (Comeau) Fellhoelter, Sr.Larry was a United States Air Force veteran having served in the Korean War from 1950 to 1954. He earned the rank of Staff Sargent while serving with a medic transport group. On June 30, 1955, he married Mary Lee Jobe in Hays. She preceded him in death on April 18, 2008. Larry held many occupations while in Ness City, but he was well known as the grocer at Larry’s IGA which he owned and operated for twelve years. Larry married Sherry Fernetti on November 13, 2009, in Great Bend. She preceded him in death on January 21, 2019.Larry is survived by his son, Chuck Fellhoelter and his wife, Belinda; two grandchildren, Charlie Fellhoelter and Chelsea Walecki; and two great grandchildren, Boston and Paisley Walecki all of Great Bend; and two nephews, Andy Fellhoelter and wife, Kim, and Pat Fellhoelter and wife, Annetta all of Ness City whom he helped raise and mentor for many years; two brothers, Leland Fellhoelter and his wife, Carol, of Olathe,KS, and Melvin Fellhoelter and his wife, Elizabeth, of Medina, Ohio; two sisters, Pauline Westhusing and her husband, Eldon, of Hays and Doris Hale and her husband, Bill, of Shickley, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.Preceding Larry in death are his parents, both wives, and three brothers, Herman Jr., Donald, and Dennis Fellhoelter, sister-in-law, Sharon Fellhoelter and nephew Bryce Fellhoelter.The Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022, 10:00 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Church, Ness City followed by burial in the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Viewing will be at Fitzgerald Funeral Home, Ness City on Friday, May 13, 2022, from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with rosary starting at 6:30 p.m. followed by visitation.Memorial contributions may be given to the Honor Flight or the Sacred Heart Cemetery Fund.

Lawrence Alphonse Fellhoelter

Lifelong Kirwin resident Hilda C. Weems passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 85.

She was born Nov. 18, 1936, in Kirwin, the daughter of Joseph and Velma (Cales) Stoner.&nbsp; She graduated from Kirwin High School.

Hilda was united in marriage to Charles Weems on April 13, 1954, in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 1999.

Survivors include her daughter Tisha Lynn Bohl and James Melvin of Kirwin; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 17 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Michael Ricci-Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in the Kirwin Cemetery, Kirwin.

Mrs. Weems will lie in state from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and 2 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Monday for visitation in the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kirwin United Methodist Church.

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 </figure>Lifelong Kirwin resident Hilda C. Weems passed away Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 85.She was born Nov. 18, 1936, in Kirwin, the daughter of Joseph and Velma (Cales) Stoner.&nbsp; She graduated from Kirwin High School.Hilda was united in marriage to Charles Weems on April 13, 1954, in Phillipsburg.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on Sept. 7, 1999.Survivors include her daughter Tisha Lynn Bohl and James Melvin of Kirwin; three grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.The funeral service will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 17 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor Michael Ricci-Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in the Kirwin Cemetery, Kirwin.Mrs. Weems will lie in state from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday and 2 to 9 p.m. Monday in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel. The family will receive friends from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Monday for visitation in the funeral chapel.Memorial contributions may be made to the Kirwin United Methodist Church.

Hilda C. Weems

George Paul Korobka, 74, of Hays, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, as the result of an automobile 
accident in rural Phillips County.

The funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. 
Friday, May 13, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 
2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601. Military Honors will be courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor
 Guard. A private family burial will follow.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 ARC Park or the Hays City Sportsman’s Club. Donations can be made payable to 
the organization and may be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Condolences may be left by guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.

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 </figure>George Paul Korobka, 74, of Hays, passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, as the result of an automobile 
accident in rural Phillips County.The funeral service will be at 11:30 a.m. 
Friday, May 13, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 
2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601. Military Honors will be courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor
 Guard. A private family burial will follow.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 ARC Park or the Hays City Sportsman’s Club. Donations can be made payable to 
the organization and may be sent in care of the funeral chapel.Condolences may be left by guest book at <a href="http://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a> or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com.

George Paul Korobka

She was born Sept. 3, 1942, in Yuma, Ariz., the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.

Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation Bible school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and spoiling her grandkids and great-grandkids.

On Nov. 10, 1959, she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, Texas; he survives.

Other survivors include a son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, Wash., Jordan (Sarah) Haynes, Bixby, Okla., Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, Mo., Kaitlyn (Casey) Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, Neb., Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor Bartz, Larned; seven great-grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and Holden Ashley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley; son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; and granddaughter, Laura Ashley.

The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14 at First Southern Baptist Church, Larned, with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 13 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Betty Lou Ashley, 79, passed away May 10, 2022, at Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend.She was born Sept. 3, 1942, in Yuma, Ariz., the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation Bible school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and spoiling her grandkids and great-grandkids.On Nov. 10, 1959, she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, Texas; he survives.Other survivors include a son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, Wash., Jordan (Sarah) Haynes, Bixby, Okla., Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, Mo., Kaitlyn (Casey) Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, Neb., Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor Bartz, Larned; seven great-grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and Holden Ashley.She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley; son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; and granddaughter, Laura Ashley.The funeral service will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 14 at First Southern Baptist Church, Larned, with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, May 13 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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