Austin James Heier was born on December 7th, 1994, to Ron and Nancy Heier. He passed away April 21st, 2022. 
Austin grew up in Wisconsin and Kansas graduating from Quinter High 
School in 2013. After high school Austin proudly served his country in 
the United States Army for five years. During his time with the military
 he earned many accolades, spent time deployed to South Korea, and made 
lasting friendships. After returning from the Army, Austin enjoyed 
seeing the country through the windshield of a semi. He spoke of the 
many beautiful sites he’d seen and people he met along the way. 
The absolute light of Austin’s life was born on October 1st, 2013, in 
the form of a little girl named Harper. Austin grew to be an amazing and
 caring father, always going above and beyond to make sure Harper was 
taken care of and spoiled. More than anything, he loved her with his 
entire being and always put her first. They shared a love of Pokémon, 
everything outdoors, and the same orneriness. 
Austin is survived by his father Ron and his wife Melissa of Oakley; 
mother Nancy of Hays; sister Kara her husband Derek, along with their 
children Tyler and Chloe, of Missouri; daughter Harper and her mother 
Allie of Quinter, and girlfriend Kayde of Norton. 
Austin was preceded in death by his best friend Jesse Jacka; grandparents Leo Heier, Agnes Heier, and Donald Newsome.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Austin James Heier was born on December 7th, 1994, to Ron and Nancy Heier. He passed away April 21st, 2022. 
Austin grew up in Wisconsin and Kansas graduating from Quinter High 
School in 2013. After high school Austin proudly served his country in 
the United States Army for five years. During his time with the military
 he earned many accolades, spent time deployed to South Korea, and made 
lasting friendships. After returning from the Army, Austin enjoyed 
seeing the country through the windshield of a semi. He spoke of the 
many beautiful sites he’d seen and people he met along the way. 
The absolute light of Austin’s life was born on October 1st, 2013, in 
the form of a little girl named Harper. Austin grew to be an amazing and
 caring father, always going above and beyond to make sure Harper was 
taken care of and spoiled. More than anything, he loved her with his 
entire being and always put her first. They shared a love of Pokémon, 
everything outdoors, and the same orneriness. 
Austin is survived by his father Ron and his wife Melissa of Oakley; 
mother Nancy of Hays; sister Kara her husband Derek, along with their 
children Tyler and Chloe, of Missouri; daughter Harper and her mother 
Allie of Quinter, and girlfriend Kayde of Norton. 
Austin was preceded in death by his best friend Jesse Jacka; grandparents Leo Heier, Agnes Heier, and Donald Newsome.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Austin James Heier

Dalen Eldon Ratliff, 77, passed away April 24, 2022, at Cloud County Memorial Hospital, Concordia, KS. A
 reception to celebrate Dalen's life will be held on Sunday, May 1, 
2022, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. 
Madison St., Smith Center, KS 66967.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to 
Kensington American Legion and/or Kensington Community Grocery Store and
 can be sent in care of the funeral chapel. A full obituary is pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

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 </figure>Dalen Eldon Ratliff, 77, passed away April 24, 2022, at Cloud County Memorial Hospital, Concordia, KS. A
 reception to celebrate Dalen's life will be held on Sunday, May 1, 
2022, from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at All Faiths Funeral Chapel, 113 S. 
Madison St., Smith Center, KS 66967.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to 
Kensington American Legion and/or Kensington Community Grocery Store and
 can be sent in care of the funeral chapel. A full obituary is pending with All Faiths Funeral Chapel.

Dalen Eldon Ratliff

Junior Lee Deutsch, 89, died Monday April 25, 2022, at Country Place 
Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas. He was born November 18, 1932, at 
Susank, Kansas, the son of Fred and Emelia (Bitter) Deutsch.&nbsp; Junior was
 a graduate of Hoisington High School.&nbsp; He &nbsp;grew up in the St. John 
Lutheran Church at Susank and later was a member of the Concordia 
Lutheran Church, Hoisington.&nbsp; He served is the U.S. Army in 1954-56 
during the Korean Conflict as a carpenter and was stationed in 
Fairbanks, Alaska.&nbsp; Junior attended the Kansas School of Barbering in 
Wichita and then became a barber on Main Street Hoisington during the 
‘60s.&nbsp; He then became a brakeman and later an engineer with Missouri 
Pacific/Union Pacific Railroad from 1966 until March 1991 when a serious
 train accident allowed him to retire from the railroad after 25 years 
of service.&nbsp; He so enjoyed working with all his railroad buddies and 
talked of them frequently. Junior was a member of the American Legion 
Post #286 and the V.F.W. of Hoisington.

Junior’s hobbies included fishing trips to Lake Wilson with his best 
buddies and many hunting trips with relatives and friends.&nbsp; He also was a
 skilled handyman and could fix everything.&nbsp; He enjoyed time at KSU 
events especially attending football games and tailgates with friends 
and family.

On April 25, 1954, he married Wilmetta Katie Mai at Bender Hill 
Church in Milberger, Kansas.&nbsp; Junior passed away on Monday, their 68th
 wedding anniversary.&nbsp; Wilmetta survives at Country Place Senior Living 
in Hoisington.&nbsp; Other survivors include; their children and spouses, 
Johnny Deutsch and Carma of Topeka, and Kimberly Emert and John of 
Mission;&nbsp; four grandchildren Sara Jones (Chris), Ryan Deutsch (Holly), 
Frank Emert (Anne) and Molly Campbell (Michael); six great-grandchildren
 Camden and Julia Jones, McKenna, Kaia and Mila Deutsch, and Claire 
Ferne Campbell.

Junior was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Armin, 
Raymond, Paul, Leland, Dean, Edwin, Edward and Robert; sisters, Helena 
Mai, Theresa Dumler, Irene Bitter and Wilma Miller.

Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral 
home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place per Junior’s
 wishes.

Memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m.,Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 
Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding.&nbsp; 
Family will greet friends prior to service starting at 10 am at the 
church. Inurnment will follow the service in Hoisington Cemetery with 
military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Concordia Lutheran 
Church, Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Kindred Hospice all in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Junior Lee Deutsch, 89, died Monday April 25, 2022, at Country Place 
Senior Living, Hoisington, Kansas. He was born November 18, 1932, at 
Susank, Kansas, the son of Fred and Emelia (Bitter) Deutsch.&nbsp; Junior was
 a graduate of Hoisington High School.&nbsp; He &nbsp;grew up in the St. John 
Lutheran Church at Susank and later was a member of the Concordia 
Lutheran Church, Hoisington.&nbsp; He served is the U.S. Army in 1954-56 
during the Korean Conflict as a carpenter and was stationed in 
Fairbanks, Alaska.&nbsp; Junior attended the Kansas School of Barbering in 
Wichita and then became a barber on Main Street Hoisington during the 
‘60s.&nbsp; He then became a brakeman and later an engineer with Missouri 
Pacific/Union Pacific Railroad from 1966 until March 1991 when a serious
 train accident allowed him to retire from the railroad after 25 years 
of service.&nbsp; He so enjoyed working with all his railroad buddies and 
talked of them frequently. Junior was a member of the American Legion 
Post #286 and the V.F.W. of Hoisington.Junior’s hobbies included fishing trips to Lake Wilson with his best 
buddies and many hunting trips with relatives and friends.&nbsp; He also was a
 skilled handyman and could fix everything.&nbsp; He enjoyed time at KSU 
events especially attending football games and tailgates with friends 
and family.On April 25, 1954, he married Wilmetta Katie Mai at Bender Hill 
Church in Milberger, Kansas.&nbsp; Junior passed away on Monday, their 68th
 wedding anniversary.&nbsp; Wilmetta survives at Country Place Senior Living 
in Hoisington.&nbsp; Other survivors include; their children and spouses, 
Johnny Deutsch and Carma of Topeka, and Kimberly Emert and John of 
Mission;&nbsp; four grandchildren Sara Jones (Chris), Ryan Deutsch (Holly), 
Frank Emert (Anne) and Molly Campbell (Michael); six great-grandchildren
 Camden and Julia Jones, McKenna, Kaia and Mila Deutsch, and Claire 
Ferne Campbell.Junior was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Armin, 
Raymond, Paul, Leland, Dean, Edwin, Edward and Robert; sisters, Helena 
Mai, Theresa Dumler, Irene Bitter and Wilma Miller.Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday at the funeral 
home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place per Junior’s
 wishes.Memorial service will be at 11:00 a.m.,Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 
Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding.&nbsp; 
Family will greet friends prior to service starting at 10 am at the 
church. Inurnment will follow the service in Hoisington Cemetery with 
military honors.&nbsp;&nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Concordia Lutheran 
Church, Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Kindred Hospice all in care 
of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Junior Lee Deutsch

Donald Duane Ganoung passed away on April 24, 2022, at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, Kansas at the age of 92. He was born on April 29, 1929, 
in Rural Rooks County, Kansas to Herman and Mary (Novotny) Ganoung. Don 
was united in marriage to Earlene (Miller) Ganoung on April 12, 1959, at
 the United Methodist Church in Plainville. The couple was blessed with 
three sons: Randy, Richard and Doug.
 Don was a lifetime resident of Rooks County and a fifth-generation 
farmer on his family’s homestead. He graduated from Plainville High 
School with the class of 1947. Following High School he went to work as 
an assistant manager at Mackwelling Lumber Company before enlisting in 
the Air Force during the Korean Conflict as an Airforce policeman. Don 
was honorably discharged and returned to Rooks County to work for the 
lumber yard and to help his father on the family farm and formed a 
partnership, Ganoung Charolais with his brother Herman Jr. Don retired 
at the age of 87.
 He loved tending to the land and raising Charolais. Don rarely left 
home, but when he did it was to take his family to Estes Park and other 
national forests camping, going on bus trips with his wife and friends, 
or square dancing at a local dance. He didn’t know a stranger and 
thoroughly enjoyed visiting with his friends, neighbors, and cattle 
customers. Don was a member of the United Methodist Church in 
Plainville.
 Don is survived by his wife Earlene Ganoung of Plainville, KS; sons,
 Randy (Denise) Ganoung of Plainville, KS, Richard Ganoung of Paola, KS,
 and Doug (Kim) Ganoung of Valley Center, KS; fourteen grandchildren and
 eighteen great-grandchildren.
 He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Mary Ganoung; 
siblings, Herman Ganoung Jr., Angela Denio, and Raymond Ganoung; and one
 great-grandson.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022, at 10:30 
AM at the United Methodist Church in Plainville. Visitation will be on 
Thursday at the funeral home from 2 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 5 PM until 7 PM.
 In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the United Methodist 
Church or Redbud Estates and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Donald Duane Ganoung passed away on April 24, 2022, at the Hays Medical 
Center in Hays, Kansas at the age of 92. He was born on April 29, 1929, 
in Rural Rooks County, Kansas to Herman and Mary (Novotny) Ganoung. Don 
was united in marriage to Earlene (Miller) Ganoung on April 12, 1959, at
 the United Methodist Church in Plainville. The couple was blessed with 
three sons: Randy, Richard and Doug.
 Don was a lifetime resident of Rooks County and a fifth-generation 
farmer on his family’s homestead. He graduated from Plainville High 
School with the class of 1947. Following High School he went to work as 
an assistant manager at Mackwelling Lumber Company before enlisting in 
the Air Force during the Korean Conflict as an Airforce policeman. Don 
was honorably discharged and returned to Rooks County to work for the 
lumber yard and to help his father on the family farm and formed a 
partnership, Ganoung Charolais with his brother Herman Jr. Don retired 
at the age of 87.
 He loved tending to the land and raising Charolais. Don rarely left 
home, but when he did it was to take his family to Estes Park and other 
national forests camping, going on bus trips with his wife and friends, 
or square dancing at a local dance. He didn’t know a stranger and 
thoroughly enjoyed visiting with his friends, neighbors, and cattle 
customers. Don was a member of the United Methodist Church in 
Plainville.
 Don is survived by his wife Earlene Ganoung of Plainville, KS; sons,
 Randy (Denise) Ganoung of Plainville, KS, Richard Ganoung of Paola, KS,
 and Doug (Kim) Ganoung of Valley Center, KS; fourteen grandchildren and
 eighteen great-grandchildren.
 He is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Mary Ganoung; 
siblings, Herman Ganoung Jr., Angela Denio, and Raymond Ganoung; and one
 great-grandson.
 A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, April 29, 2022, at 10:30 
AM at the United Methodist Church in Plainville. Visitation will be on 
Thursday at the funeral home from 2 PM until 8 PM with Family Receiving 
Friends from 5 PM until 7 PM.
 In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the United Methodist 
Church or Redbud Estates and may be sent in care of Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd St., Plainville, KS 67663.&nbsp;

Donald Duane Ganoung

Sister Kevin Clavin, 83, died April 20, 2022, at the KU Med Center in
 Kansas City, KS.&nbsp; She was born May 8, 1938, in Kilbeggan, Ireland, the 
daughter of James and Molly Mulligan Clavin.&nbsp; She entered the Dominican 
Sisters Community in 1955 and pronounced vows in 1958.&nbsp; Sister Kevin 
celebrated sixty years of religious profession in 2018.

Sister Kevin ministered as an elementary school teacher for 52 years,
 serving in several schools in Kansas and Colorado, ending her career 
after serving 27 years in Durango, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp; She retired to the 
motherhouse in Great Bend in 2011 where she served her Sisters in 
numerous ways.

Sister Kevin was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Bro.
 James Clavin.&nbsp; She is survived by four brothers, Pat (Evelyn) Clavin, 
John (Susan) Clavin, Lian (Fidelma) Clavin, all of Ireland, and Rev. 
Oliver Clavin of Springfield, MO, and two sisters, Joan Young of 
Overland Park, KS, and Evelyn (Richard) Hefferan of Ireland, numerous 
nieces and nephews, as well as the Dominican Sisters of Peace.

A Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 28.&nbsp; The 
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 on Friday, April 29.&nbsp; Both 
will take place at the Sisters’ Convent.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Sisters’
 Resurrection Cemetery. 

Memorials in honor of Sister Kevin may be sent 
to Hope for the Village Child (benefits the Sisters’ Nigerian Mission), 
Dominican Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 
43219-2098.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sister Kevin Clavin, 83, died April 20, 2022, at the KU Med Center in
 Kansas City, KS.&nbsp; She was born May 8, 1938, in Kilbeggan, Ireland, the 
daughter of James and Molly Mulligan Clavin.&nbsp; She entered the Dominican 
Sisters Community in 1955 and pronounced vows in 1958.&nbsp; Sister Kevin 
celebrated sixty years of religious profession in 2018.Sister Kevin ministered as an elementary school teacher for 52 years,
 serving in several schools in Kansas and Colorado, ending her career 
after serving 27 years in Durango, Colorado.&nbsp;&nbsp; She retired to the 
motherhouse in Great Bend in 2011 where she served her Sisters in 
numerous ways.Sister Kevin was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Bro.
 James Clavin.&nbsp; She is survived by four brothers, Pat (Evelyn) Clavin, 
John (Susan) Clavin, Lian (Fidelma) Clavin, all of Ireland, and Rev. 
Oliver Clavin of Springfield, MO, and two sisters, Joan Young of 
Overland Park, KS, and Evelyn (Richard) Hefferan of Ireland, numerous 
nieces and nephews, as well as the Dominican Sisters of Peace.A Vigil Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, April 28.&nbsp; The 
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 on Friday, April 29.&nbsp; Both 
will take place at the Sisters’ Convent.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Sisters’
 Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials in honor of Sister Kevin may be sent 
to Hope for the Village Child (benefits the Sisters’ Nigerian Mission), 
Dominican Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 
43219-2098.&nbsp;

Sister Kevin Clavin

Paul Anthony Huslig, 87, passed away on April 24, 2022, at Catholic 
Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas. He was born on October 25, 1934, at 
Great Bend, Kansas to Anton F. &amp; Louise A. (Maneth) Huslig. Paul 
married Berniece C. Schneweis on May 9, 1964, at Great Bend, Kansas. She
 died November 14, 2020.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Paul was an operator technician for 
West Plains Energy. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, a Third Degree Knight for the Knights of 
Columbus Council #862, a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Coronado 
Assembly member, member of the American Legion and the 13th Engineer 
Association.

Survivors include two daughters, Paula Wierman and husband Tom of 
Wichita and Ruth Huslig of Great Bend; two brothers, Jerome Huslig of 
Ellinwood and Charles Huslig of Ellsworth; a sister, Helen McBurney of 
Kingman; and four grandchildren, Christopher, Molly and Justin Wierman 
and Hope Huslig. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, 
Bernice Huslig; a son, Maurice Huslig; four brothers, Arthur, Marcus, 
Larry and Ervin Huslig; and a sister, Mary Ann Wondra.

Visitation will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. with vigil and 
Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 
a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great 
Bend with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great 
Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Holy Family Endowment 
Fund or Brain Tumor Research, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Paul Anthony Huslig, 87, passed away on April 24, 2022, at Catholic 
Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas. He was born on October 25, 1934, at 
Great Bend, Kansas to Anton F. &amp; Louise A. (Maneth) Huslig. Paul 
married Berniece C. Schneweis on May 9, 1964, at Great Bend, Kansas. She
 died November 14, 2020.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Paul was an operator technician for 
West Plains Energy. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. 
Patrick Catholic Church, a Third Degree Knight for the Knights of 
Columbus Council #862, a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus Coronado 
Assembly member, member of the American Legion and the 13th Engineer 
Association.Survivors include two daughters, Paula Wierman and husband Tom of 
Wichita and Ruth Huslig of Great Bend; two brothers, Jerome Huslig of 
Ellinwood and Charles Huslig of Ellsworth; a sister, Helen McBurney of 
Kingman; and four grandchildren, Christopher, Molly and Justin Wierman 
and Hope Huslig. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, 
Bernice Huslig; a son, Maurice Huslig; four brothers, Arthur, Marcus, 
Larry and Ervin Huslig; and a sister, Mary Ann Wondra.Visitation will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. with vigil and 
Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 1, 2022, at 
Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 
a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great 
Bend with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great 
Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family Endowment 
Fund or Brain Tumor Research, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Paul Anthony Huslig

SUDBURY, Mass. — Dr. Homer Reed died peacefully on April 20, 2022, at Newton Wellesley Hospital during a brief illness.

He was born in Hays, Kansas, on January 30, 1930, the youngest child of Homer B. Reed and Elma Carey Reed.

Dr. Reed was the beloved father of Lynne Reed of Leicester, N.C., John Reed and his wife Beth Webb Reed of Holmes Beach, FL, Alexandra Reed and her husband&nbsp;WulfdieterKlemm of Glendale, CA and Mark Reed of San Francisco, CA. He is also the loving grandfather of Carey Pettaway of Leicester, NC, Lauren Reed of Washington, D.C., and Mathew Reed of Los Angeles, CA. He also leaves his nephew Patrick Reed of New York City and 20 (estimated) other nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his brother James Reed, his former wife Dorothy Reed, and his sisters Mary Elizabeth&nbsp;Seruto, Kathryn&nbsp;Daughaday, Margaret&nbsp;Schweinand Anne Jansen.

Dr. Reed was raised in Hays,&nbsp;Kansas, where his father was a professor in psychology at Fort Hays State College and his mother was an avid antique collector and part time antique dealer in addition to&nbsp;being&nbsp;a homemaker. He was a gifted child who was frequently asked to participate in psychology studies or experiments, and he graduated from high school at the age of 16. He went on to obtain his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Ft. Hays, then he entered the doctoral program in psychology at Purdue University and received his Ph.D. in 1955.&nbsp;

Dr. Reed was on the faculty at Florida State University from 1956-60, but he spent two summers learning neuropsychology from Dr. Ralph&nbsp;Reitan&nbsp;at Indiana University Medical Center, and this became his passion. He obtained a faculty position at IU in 1960 and worked with Dr.&nbsp;Reitanuntil 1966. He was then recruited to develop a Neuropsychology Service at Tuft’s New England Medical Center, and he directed their neuropsychology program until 1997. Subsequently, he worked privately as president of Medical Psychology Associates until 2006, and afterwards, he continued to do some part time work in the practice of his colleague, Dr. Allan Rooney, until January 2020. He trained and mentored&nbsp;post doctoral&nbsp;fellows throughout his career, conducted research, especially in pediatric neuropsychology, and he was author or co-author of 29 articles published in professional journals.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Reed was a competitive bridge player who most often partnered with his brother James at tournaments. He also loved fly fishing, he was a voracious reader, from professional books to philosophy to Westerns and Mysteries, and he was known for his sense of humor, which was often mischievous.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28, 5:00-7:00 p.m., at the John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Road, Wayland, MA. (open to the public)

Funeral services will be held Friday, April 29, 11:00 a.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 39 East Central Street, Natick, MA. (open to the public)

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Dr. Reed’s memory may be sent to the Homer B. Reed Fund, c/o Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, P.O. Box 310, Hays, KS 67601, or online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dsnwk.org/">www.dsnwk.org</a>.

For condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.jcbryantfuneralhome.com/">www.jcbryantfuneralhome.com</a>.

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 </figure>SUDBURY, Mass. — Dr. Homer Reed died peacefully on April 20, 2022, at Newton Wellesley Hospital during a brief illness.He was born in Hays, Kansas, on January 30, 1930, the youngest child of Homer B. Reed and Elma Carey Reed.Dr. Reed was the beloved father of Lynne Reed of Leicester, N.C., John Reed and his wife Beth Webb Reed of Holmes Beach, FL, Alexandra Reed and her husband&nbsp;WulfdieterKlemm of Glendale, CA and Mark Reed of San Francisco, CA. He is also the loving grandfather of Carey Pettaway of Leicester, NC, Lauren Reed of Washington, D.C., and Mathew Reed of Los Angeles, CA. He also leaves his nephew Patrick Reed of New York City and 20 (estimated) other nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by his brother James Reed, his former wife Dorothy Reed, and his sisters Mary Elizabeth&nbsp;Seruto, Kathryn&nbsp;Daughaday, Margaret&nbsp;Schweinand Anne Jansen.Dr. Reed was raised in Hays,&nbsp;Kansas, where his father was a professor in psychology at Fort Hays State College and his mother was an avid antique collector and part time antique dealer in addition to&nbsp;being&nbsp;a homemaker. He was a gifted child who was frequently asked to participate in psychology studies or experiments, and he graduated from high school at the age of 16. He went on to obtain his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Ft. Hays, then he entered the doctoral program in psychology at Purdue University and received his Ph.D. in 1955.&nbsp;Dr. Reed was on the faculty at Florida State University from 1956-60, but he spent two summers learning neuropsychology from Dr. Ralph&nbsp;Reitan&nbsp;at Indiana University Medical Center, and this became his passion. He obtained a faculty position at IU in 1960 and worked with Dr.&nbsp;Reitanuntil 1966. He was then recruited to develop a Neuropsychology Service at Tuft’s New England Medical Center, and he directed their neuropsychology program until 1997. Subsequently, he worked privately as president of Medical Psychology Associates until 2006, and afterwards, he continued to do some part time work in the practice of his colleague, Dr. Allan Rooney, until January 2020. He trained and mentored&nbsp;post doctoral&nbsp;fellows throughout his career, conducted research, especially in pediatric neuropsychology, and he was author or co-author of 29 articles published in professional journals.Outside of his professional life, Dr. Reed was a competitive bridge player who most often partnered with his brother James at tournaments. He also loved fly fishing, he was a voracious reader, from professional books to philosophy to Westerns and Mysteries, and he was known for his sense of humor, which was often mischievous.Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 28, 5:00-7:00 p.m., at the John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Road, Wayland, MA. (open to the public)Funeral services will be held Friday, April 29, 11:00 a.m., St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 39 East Central Street, Natick, MA. (open to the public)In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in Dr. Reed’s memory may be sent to the Homer B. Reed Fund, c/o Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas, P.O. Box 310, Hays, KS 67601, or online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.dsnwk.org/">www.dsnwk.org</a>.For condolences please visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.jcbryantfuneralhome.com/">www.jcbryantfuneralhome.com</a>.

Dr. Homer Reed

Ronald Lee Blaesi of Sharon Spring, KS, 72, passed after a brief 
illness on April 23, 2022, at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS.&nbsp;

Ron was the son of Dwight Duane and Vlasta (Holsan) Blaesi.&nbsp; He was 
born in Emporia, KS on May 28, 1949, and lived in many small towns in 
Kansas before graduating from Scott City High School in 1967.&nbsp; He earned
 a B.A. in History from Kansas State University in 1971.

After graduation Ron joined his father farming in Sharon Springs and 
then purchased land of his own.&nbsp; Ron and Dwight farmed together for many
 years, until Dwight’s retirement, and Ron assumed management of the 
farms.

Ron married Shirley Ann Eilert on September 2, 1978, in Sharon 
Springs.&nbsp; Four children were born to this union:&nbsp; LeAnn Renee (Jeremy) 
Hansford of Strong City, KS, Duane Ray Blaesi of Omaha, NE, Jacqueline 
Marie Blaesi-Freed (Ryan) of Alexandria, VA, and Elizabeth Jean Blaesi 
of Phoenixville, PA.&nbsp; Ron enjoyed spending time with his three 
grandchildren, Heidi Agnes (11) and Addison Ava (7) Hansford and Owen 
William Freed (8). &nbsp;&nbsp;

Ron was a current board member of Western Plains Energy, LLC Oakley, 
KS; Western Plains Wind, LLC, Oakley, KS; and Fort Wallace Memorial 
Association, Wallace, KS.&nbsp; He was a past board member of Wallace County 
Farm Bureau, Kansas Corn Commission, and Kansas Wheat Commission.

Ron and Shirley enjoyed traveling to see their children and 
grandchildren and exploring the southwest and northwest parts of the 
United States.&nbsp; Recently Ron had a newfound interest in stargazing as a 
result of spending reunion time with his brother and sister.&nbsp; He was 
also known for his dowsing abilities and called upon frequently to find 
water or graves.&nbsp; He was an avid reader, especially of western novels by
 Zane Gray and Louis L’Amour.&nbsp;

Ron was predeceased by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and a few of his cousins.&nbsp;

Ron is survived by his wife Shirley of the home, his children, LeAnn,
 Duane, Jackie, and Beth, sister LaVon Blaesi of Ft. Collins, CO and a 
brother John (Mary) Blaesi of Bartlesville, OK.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ronald-Blaesi">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ronald Lee Blaesi of Sharon Spring, KS, 72, passed after a brief 
illness on April 23, 2022, at the Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, KS.&nbsp;Ron was the son of Dwight Duane and Vlasta (Holsan) Blaesi.&nbsp; He was 
born in Emporia, KS on May 28, 1949, and lived in many small towns in 
Kansas before graduating from Scott City High School in 1967.&nbsp; He earned
 a B.A. in History from Kansas State University in 1971.After graduation Ron joined his father farming in Sharon Springs and 
then purchased land of his own.&nbsp; Ron and Dwight farmed together for many
 years, until Dwight’s retirement, and Ron assumed management of the 
farms.Ron married Shirley Ann Eilert on September 2, 1978, in Sharon 
Springs.&nbsp; Four children were born to this union:&nbsp; LeAnn Renee (Jeremy) 
Hansford of Strong City, KS, Duane Ray Blaesi of Omaha, NE, Jacqueline 
Marie Blaesi-Freed (Ryan) of Alexandria, VA, and Elizabeth Jean Blaesi 
of Phoenixville, PA.&nbsp; Ron enjoyed spending time with his three 
grandchildren, Heidi Agnes (11) and Addison Ava (7) Hansford and Owen 
William Freed (8). &nbsp;&nbsp;Ron was a current board member of Western Plains Energy, LLC Oakley, 
KS; Western Plains Wind, LLC, Oakley, KS; and Fort Wallace Memorial 
Association, Wallace, KS.&nbsp; He was a past board member of Wallace County 
Farm Bureau, Kansas Corn Commission, and Kansas Wheat Commission.Ron and Shirley enjoyed traveling to see their children and 
grandchildren and exploring the southwest and northwest parts of the 
United States.&nbsp; Recently Ron had a newfound interest in stargazing as a 
result of spending reunion time with his brother and sister.&nbsp; He was 
also known for his dowsing abilities and called upon frequently to find 
water or graves.&nbsp; He was an avid reader, especially of western novels by
 Zane Gray and Louis L’Amour.&nbsp;Ron was predeceased by his parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and a few of his cousins.&nbsp;Ron is survived by his wife Shirley of the home, his children, LeAnn,
 Duane, Jackie, and Beth, sister LaVon Blaesi of Ft. Collins, CO and a 
brother John (Mary) Blaesi of Bartlesville, OK.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Click <a href="https://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com/obituary/Ronald-Blaesi">HERE</a> for service details.&nbsp;

Ronald Lee Blaesi

Phillipsburg resident Larry F. Ott passed away April 17, 2022, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 87.  He was born December 28, 1934, in Hooper, NE.

Survivors include his son Darrel of Phillipsburg; 2 daughters, Jodie Derr of Phillipsburg &amp; Brenda Pfannenstiel of Glade; 8 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.

Cremation was chosen.  A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 30, at 10:00 a.m. in the Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating.  The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page.  Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services or the Zion Lutheran Church.

Online condolences: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

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 </figure>Phillipsburg resident Larry F. Ott passed away April 17, 2022, at the Phillips County Retirement Center in Phillipsburg at the age of 87. He was born December 28, 1934, in Hooper, NE.Survivors include his son Darrel of Phillipsburg; 2 daughters, Jodie Derr of Phillipsburg &amp; Brenda Pfannenstiel of Glade; 8 grandchildren &amp; 6 great grandchildren.Cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 30, at 10:00 a.m. in the Zion Lutheran Church with Pastor Lee Bennight officiating. The service will be streamed live on the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel Facebook page. Burial will follow in the Fairview Cemetery.Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Services or the Zion Lutheran Church.Online condolences: &nbsp;<a href="http://www.olliffboeve.com/">www.olliffboeve.com</a>.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Larry F. Ott

Orva Jean Wolfe, 96, died April 23, 2022, at Wesley Towers.&nbsp; She was 
born February&nbsp;24, 1926, in Otis, KS, &nbsp;the daughter of Ben and Dena 
(Hergert) Scheuerman.

Orva Jean graduated from La Crosse High School and went on to receive
 her Bachelor of Arts degree from Fort Hays State, in 1948. &nbsp;While at 
Fort Hays, she met, fell in love, and was united in marriage with 
Charles (Jack) Wolfe January 24, 1947, in Bazine, KS. They were blessed 
with two children, Kent and Kathy Jo.

Orva Jean was a devoted wife and homemaker to her children. She 
worked as a bookkeeper at the Bolinger Agency in Bucklin, Curtis Machine
 Company of Dodge City, and retired as a bookkeeper at Bucklin Co-op in 
1988.&nbsp; She also belonged to several Federated clubs in Bucklin and the 
Bucklin UMW, where she served as secretary&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;

In 2007, she moved to Hutchinson to be closer to family. Orva Jean’s 
biggest enjoyment was spending time with family, especially her 
grandson, Dakota, and watching him grow up to be a caring&nbsp;soul like 
herself.&nbsp;

While in Hutchinson, Orva Jean resided at Wesley Towers. She enjoyed 
her time there, made many dear friends, and was loved by all.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Orva Jean is survived&nbsp;by: son, Kent Wolfe and wife, Sonya; grandson, 
Dakota Wolfe, all of Hutchinson; and a brother, Paul Scheuerman, of 
Otis.

She was preceded in death by: her parents, Ben and Dena Scheuerman; 
husband, Charles; daughter, Kathy Jo Wolfe; and brother, Gail 
Scheuerman.

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

In lieu of flowers,&nbsp;memorials are suggested to Wesley Towers Library 
Fund (to carry on Orva’s love of reading), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 
1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

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 </figure>Orva Jean Wolfe, 96, died April 23, 2022, at Wesley Towers.&nbsp; She was 
born February&nbsp;24, 1926, in Otis, KS, &nbsp;the daughter of Ben and Dena 
(Hergert) Scheuerman.Orva Jean graduated from La Crosse High School and went on to receive
 her Bachelor of Arts degree from Fort Hays State, in 1948. &nbsp;While at 
Fort Hays, she met, fell in love, and was united in marriage with 
Charles (Jack) Wolfe January 24, 1947, in Bazine, KS. They were blessed 
with two children, Kent and Kathy Jo.Orva Jean was a devoted wife and homemaker to her children. She 
worked as a bookkeeper at the Bolinger Agency in Bucklin, Curtis Machine
 Company of Dodge City, and retired as a bookkeeper at Bucklin Co-op in 
1988.&nbsp; She also belonged to several Federated clubs in Bucklin and the 
Bucklin UMW, where she served as secretary&nbsp;for many years.&nbsp;In 2007, she moved to Hutchinson to be closer to family. Orva Jean’s 
biggest enjoyment was spending time with family, especially her 
grandson, Dakota, and watching him grow up to be a caring&nbsp;soul like 
herself.&nbsp;While in Hutchinson, Orva Jean resided at Wesley Towers. She enjoyed 
her time there, made many dear friends, and was loved by all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Orva Jean is survived&nbsp;by: son, Kent Wolfe and wife, Sonya; grandson, 
Dakota Wolfe, all of Hutchinson; and a brother, Paul Scheuerman, of 
Otis.She was preceded in death by: her parents, Ben and Dena Scheuerman; 
husband, Charles; daughter, Kathy Jo Wolfe; and brother, Gail 
Scheuerman.Cremation has taken place. A private family service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers,&nbsp;memorials are suggested to Wesley Towers Library 
Fund (to carry on Orva’s love of reading), in care of Elliott Mortuary, 
1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS&nbsp; 67501.

Orva Jean Wolfe

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

Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Alice Marie Walters, 85, Hays, died Sunday, April 24, 2022, at HaysMed.Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced by Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.

Alice Marie Walters

Friday, December 21st, 1934-Saturday, April 23rd, 2022

An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.

Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/marvin-sander/4914753/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Friday, December 21st, 1934-Saturday, April 23rd, 2022An obituary is pending with Baalmann Mortuary.Click <a href="https://memorials.baalmannmortuary.com/marvin-sander/4914753/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Marvin Joseph Sander

April 29, 1929
 -
 April 24, 2022

An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.

Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Donald-Duane-Ganoung?obId=24660663#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

April 29, 1929
 -
 April 24, 2022An obituary is pending with Plumer Overlease Funeral Homes.Click <a href="https://www.plumeroverlease.com/obituaries/Donald-Duane-Ganoung?obId=24660663#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Frederick “Dwaine” Shorman passed to his heavenly choir on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at the age of 91.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Dwaine was born on July 22, 1930, the second son and third child of 
William Frederick and Lauretta Victoria Sumners Shorman in Morganville, 
Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

His elementary years were spent at Morganville and Clay Center 
Schools.&nbsp; He was president of his senior class and enjoyed sports, 
drama, and music. Dwaine graduated from Wakefield High School in 1948. 
He earned his private airplane pilot’s license in 1968 and later earned 
an Aircraft and Powerplant Mechanics license from Kansas State Tech 
Institute.&nbsp;

In 1953, he married Rosalie Woellhof of Clay Center and farming 
continued to be their way of life.&nbsp; He was a farm owner, manager, 
operator and mechanic for 53-plus years. &nbsp;Dwaine and Rosalie lived on 
their family homestead for 64 years, the same farm his 
great-grandparents owned. He enjoyed remodeling and upgrading their 
family home which was built in 1874. &nbsp;He took much pride and 
satisfaction in continuing this farming tradition of over 100 years.&nbsp; 
Other work accomplishments: worked ten years for the ASCS, represented 
Vigortone Feed and Archer Oil, and worked at Fullington 
Lumber.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Music was the enjoyment of his life and a song was always on his 
lips.&nbsp; His music career began in high school and developed into solo 
work, quartets, church choir, leading the singing and fulfilling 
requests at weddings, funerals, churches and community events.&nbsp; Playing 
the trombone and cornet was an added compliment to his musical 
accolades.

Dwaine enjoyed sharing his love of sports with his three boys.&nbsp;&nbsp; The 
family enjoyed flying, baseball, basketball, boating, waterskiing, snow 
skiing and riding motorcycles.

Some of Dwaine’s most memorable experiences involve a missionary work
 tour to Kenya, Africa, ministering along with his wife Rosalie, with 
the local Marriage Encounter group called “Flame," and members of the 
Holiday Ramblers Sunflower RV Club.

As a young man of 19, he committed his life to Christ.&nbsp; Dwaine was a 
member of the First Baptist Church and was a spiritual leader. He was 
involved in the music and drama ministry, taught Sunday school classes, 
and served as a deacon.

Dwaine loved being a family man.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was so proud of their three 
sons, Gary, Darcy and Mark, their wives, grandchildren, and great 
grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, 
brother, a good friend and neighbor.&nbsp;&nbsp; He will be missed by those who 
knew him as a friendly, kind, helpful, and caring person.

Dwaine was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Betty Jean, 
and brothers Don and Robert. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife Rosalie, his 
three sons and their families, two sisters, sister-in-law, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 am Friday, April 29, 2022, at the 
First Baptist Church in Clay Center with Pastor Matthew Coleman 
officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until 10:30 am
 on Friday at the church. Burial will be at 3 pm in the Fairview 
Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church or to Voice of the 
Martyrs and may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Frederick “Dwaine” Shorman passed to his heavenly choir on Sunday, April 24, 2022, at the age of 91.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Dwaine was born on July 22, 1930, the second son and third child of 
William Frederick and Lauretta Victoria Sumners Shorman in Morganville, 
Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;His elementary years were spent at Morganville and Clay Center 
Schools.&nbsp; He was president of his senior class and enjoyed sports, 
drama, and music. Dwaine graduated from Wakefield High School in 1948. 
He earned his private airplane pilot’s license in 1968 and later earned 
an Aircraft and Powerplant Mechanics license from Kansas State Tech 
Institute.&nbsp;In 1953, he married Rosalie Woellhof of Clay Center and farming 
continued to be their way of life.&nbsp; He was a farm owner, manager, 
operator and mechanic for 53-plus years. &nbsp;Dwaine and Rosalie lived on 
their family homestead for 64 years, the same farm his 
great-grandparents owned. He enjoyed remodeling and upgrading their 
family home which was built in 1874. &nbsp;He took much pride and 
satisfaction in continuing this farming tradition of over 100 years.&nbsp; 
Other work accomplishments: worked ten years for the ASCS, represented 
Vigortone Feed and Archer Oil, and worked at Fullington 
Lumber.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Music was the enjoyment of his life and a song was always on his 
lips.&nbsp; His music career began in high school and developed into solo 
work, quartets, church choir, leading the singing and fulfilling 
requests at weddings, funerals, churches and community events.&nbsp; Playing 
the trombone and cornet was an added compliment to his musical 
accolades.Dwaine enjoyed sharing his love of sports with his three boys.&nbsp;&nbsp; The 
family enjoyed flying, baseball, basketball, boating, waterskiing, snow 
skiing and riding motorcycles.Some of Dwaine’s most memorable experiences involve a missionary work
 tour to Kenya, Africa, ministering along with his wife Rosalie, with 
the local Marriage Encounter group called “Flame," and members of the 
Holiday Ramblers Sunflower RV Club.As a young man of 19, he committed his life to Christ.&nbsp; Dwaine was a 
member of the First Baptist Church and was a spiritual leader. He was 
involved in the music and drama ministry, taught Sunday school classes, 
and served as a deacon.Dwaine loved being a family man.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was so proud of their three 
sons, Gary, Darcy and Mark, their wives, grandchildren, and great 
grandchildren.&nbsp; He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, 
brother, a good friend and neighbor.&nbsp;&nbsp; He will be missed by those who 
knew him as a friendly, kind, helpful, and caring person.Dwaine was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, Betty Jean, 
and brothers Don and Robert. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife Rosalie, his 
three sons and their families, two sisters, sister-in-law, and numerous 
nieces and nephews.Funeral Services will be held at 11 am Friday, April 29, 2022, at the 
First Baptist Church in Clay Center with Pastor Matthew Coleman 
officiating. The family will receive friends from 9:30 am until 10:30 am
 on Friday at the church. Burial will be at 3 pm in the Fairview 
Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church or to Voice of the 
Martyrs and may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Frederick 'Dwaine' Shorman

Danna Jean was born September 28, 1928, in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, to 
parents Hilda and Ray Ulrich.&nbsp; She was the oldest of four children with 
siblings Darrel, Wanda, and Dee.&nbsp; She grew up in Kansas living in Sylvan
 Grove, Lincoln and Ellsworth.&nbsp; It was at Ellsworth in the Senior High 
School that she met Donald McCracken, who became her husband and best 
friend.&nbsp;

On September 2, 1949, Danna and Don were united in marriage in 
Ellsworth.&nbsp; Their marriage was founded on their love of their Lord and 
Savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; They joyfully and faithfully served Christ 
together as they raised their family and worked in ministry.&nbsp; Their 
family included two sons, Clyde and Duane, and one daughter, Janet.&nbsp;

She was a loving mother who, through example, taught her 
children grace, forgiveness, humility, hospitality, respect and love for
 others.&nbsp; She not only enjoyed cooking for her immediate family, but for
 all family at holidays and gatherings. Family was her first priority, 
whether it was conquering her childhood fears so she could learn how to 
water ski with her children or making sure each child was tucked in bed 
with nighttime prayers.

Danna was the quiet strength that supported Don in his role as 
pastor at La Cygne, KS. Calvary Baptist, The Baptist Church of 
Concordia, First Baptist Church of El Dorado, and The First Baptist 
Church in Liberal. Danna not only hosted many church dinners in their 
home, she on more than one occasion opened up her home and mealtime to 
stranded travelers.&nbsp; She also served as “host mother” to two 
international college students.&nbsp; While in El Dorado she taught at the 
First Baptist Daycare and Pre School for several years.&nbsp; She looked at 
her time in the daycare as an opportunity to minister to both the 
children in her care as well as their families.

Upon retirement, Don &amp; Danna moved to Ness City, Ks where 
they enjoyed serving as lay leaders in the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Danna 
served on the leadership board and loved being a part of the children’s 
ministries. &nbsp;Retirement also gave her the opportunity to pursue her love
 of reading.&nbsp; She was a frequent visitor to the Ness City library as 
well as her monthly reading of several Christian magazines that kept her informed of God’s work throughout 
the world.&nbsp; She and her husband shared a personal commitment to and 
interest in the ministry in India.&nbsp; Danna and Don made several trips to 
India, leaving behind a legacy of God’s outreach.&nbsp;

Preceding Danna in death was her beloved husband, Don; infant 
son, Robert.; brother Darrel Ulrich, sister Wanda (Ulrich) Anderson; as 
well as several sisters and brothers-in-law.

She is survived by her eldest son Clyde McCracken and wife Kay 
of Ness City, grandson Christopher (Katie) and three great grandsons of 
Andover and grandson Philip (Lindsey) of West Palm Beach, FL;&nbsp; her son 
Duane (Trena) of Overland Park, grandson Clark (Lindsay) and three great
 granddaughters and one great grandson all of DeSoto and granddaughter 
Danae McCracken Rus&nbsp; (Darren) and two great granddaughters of Overland 
Park; her daughter Janet McCracken Wittwer (Dan) of Dawson, NE, 
granddaughter Alicia (Jordan) Andrew and two great granddaughters, all 
of Auburn, and grandson Nathaniel (Chelsea) Wittwer and two great 
grandsons all of Lenexa, KS.

She also is survived by her youngest brother, Dee (Helen) Ulrich of 
Colorado Springs as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.

Danna believed that God’s most important work for her was that 
of being a loving wife, mother and grandma.&nbsp; She knew that to love her 
family in the best way possible was to love Christ first.&nbsp; And she did.&nbsp;

Saturday, April 23, 2022, she left this earth to live life to the fullest in heaven for eternity with her Lord and Savior.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday, April 29, 10:00 – 11:30 at Fitzgerald
 Funeral Home in Ness City Kansas.&nbsp; An opportunity for family and 
friends to share memories and Danna’s influence upon their lives will be
 from 11:00 – 11:30.&nbsp; All are invited to the graveside service that will
 follow.&nbsp; Family and friends are then invited to share together at a 
luncheon at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Danna Jean was born September 28, 1928, in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, to 
parents Hilda and Ray Ulrich.&nbsp; She was the oldest of four children with 
siblings Darrel, Wanda, and Dee.&nbsp; She grew up in Kansas living in Sylvan
 Grove, Lincoln and Ellsworth.&nbsp; It was at Ellsworth in the Senior High 
School that she met Donald McCracken, who became her husband and best 
friend.&nbsp;On September 2, 1949, Danna and Don were united in marriage in 
Ellsworth.&nbsp; Their marriage was founded on their love of their Lord and 
Savior Jesus Christ.&nbsp; They joyfully and faithfully served Christ 
together as they raised their family and worked in ministry.&nbsp; Their 
family included two sons, Clyde and Duane, and one daughter, Janet.&nbsp;She was a loving mother who, through example, taught her 
children grace, forgiveness, humility, hospitality, respect and love for
 others.&nbsp; She not only enjoyed cooking for her immediate family, but for
 all family at holidays and gatherings. Family was her first priority, 
whether it was conquering her childhood fears so she could learn how to 
water ski with her children or making sure each child was tucked in bed 
with nighttime prayers.Danna was the quiet strength that supported Don in his role as 
pastor at La Cygne, KS. Calvary Baptist, The Baptist Church of 
Concordia, First Baptist Church of El Dorado, and The First Baptist 
Church in Liberal. Danna not only hosted many church dinners in their 
home, she on more than one occasion opened up her home and mealtime to 
stranded travelers.&nbsp; She also served as “host mother” to two 
international college students.&nbsp; While in El Dorado she taught at the 
First Baptist Daycare and Pre School for several years.&nbsp; She looked at 
her time in the daycare as an opportunity to minister to both the 
children in her care as well as their families.Upon retirement, Don &amp; Danna moved to Ness City, Ks where 
they enjoyed serving as lay leaders in the First Baptist Church.&nbsp; Danna 
served on the leadership board and loved being a part of the children’s 
ministries. &nbsp;Retirement also gave her the opportunity to pursue her love
 of reading.&nbsp; She was a frequent visitor to the Ness City library as 
well as her monthly reading of several Christian magazines that kept her informed of God’s work throughout 
the world.&nbsp; She and her husband shared a personal commitment to and 
interest in the ministry in India.&nbsp; Danna and Don made several trips to 
India, leaving behind a legacy of God’s outreach.&nbsp;Preceding Danna in death was her beloved husband, Don; infant 
son, Robert.; brother Darrel Ulrich, sister Wanda (Ulrich) Anderson; as 
well as several sisters and brothers-in-law.She is survived by her eldest son Clyde McCracken and wife Kay 
of Ness City, grandson Christopher (Katie) and three great grandsons of 
Andover and grandson Philip (Lindsey) of West Palm Beach, FL;&nbsp; her son 
Duane (Trena) of Overland Park, grandson Clark (Lindsay) and three great
 granddaughters and one great grandson all of DeSoto and granddaughter 
Danae McCracken Rus&nbsp; (Darren) and two great granddaughters of Overland 
Park; her daughter Janet McCracken Wittwer (Dan) of Dawson, NE, 
granddaughter Alicia (Jordan) Andrew and two great granddaughters, all 
of Auburn, and grandson Nathaniel (Chelsea) Wittwer and two great 
grandsons all of Lenexa, KS.She also is survived by her youngest brother, Dee (Helen) Ulrich of 
Colorado Springs as well as many nieces and nephews and their families.Danna believed that God’s most important work for her was that 
of being a loving wife, mother and grandma.&nbsp; She knew that to love her 
family in the best way possible was to love Christ first.&nbsp; And she did.&nbsp;Saturday, April 23, 2022, she left this earth to live life to the fullest in heaven for eternity with her Lord and Savior.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, April 29, 10:00 – 11:30 at Fitzgerald
 Funeral Home in Ness City Kansas.&nbsp; An opportunity for family and 
friends to share memories and Danna’s influence upon their lives will be
 from 11:00 – 11:30.&nbsp; All are invited to the graveside service that will
 follow.&nbsp; Family and friends are then invited to share together at a 
luncheon at the First Baptist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Danna Jean McCracken

Clarence L. Herrman, age 91, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022,
 at Reflection Living in Dodge City.&nbsp; He was born on May 23, 1930, in 
Liebenthal, the son of Bart and Dorothy (Schaffer) Herrman.

Clarence graduated from Ensign High School in 1949 and continued his 
education at Dodge City Community College where he played football.&nbsp; He 
loved telling his children and grandchildren that the area sportswriters
 referred to him as “jet-legged” Herrman. He married Neola Reinert on 
January 2, 1950, at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Dodge City.&nbsp; Clarence and 
Neola raised their 4 children on farms near Ensign.&nbsp; He retired from 
farming in 1999.&nbsp;

Clarence loved playing town-team baseball in his early married life.&nbsp;
 He was also a member of the Ensign Implement Bowling Team.&nbsp; Clarence 
enjoyed hunting trips to Colorado and Wyoming with his friends and 
father-in-law, but his greatest sporting passion became the game of 
golf.&nbsp; He was a member of Mariah Hills Golf Club and Cimarron Golf Club,
 where he made many life-long friends, accumulated a host of tournament 
trophies and became known as the “Ensign Golfer."

He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the 
Knights of Columbus of Dodge City.&nbsp; He also served as a board member of 
the Ensign Farmer’s Cooperative and Dodge City Cooperative.

Clarence is survived by his wife of over 72 years, Neola Herrman.&nbsp; He
 is also survived by three daughters, Susan (Nancy) Herrman of 
Manalapan, New Jersey, Janet (Ed) Thompson of Shawnee, and Beverly 
(Mike) Arel of Olathe; and a son, Ron (Lea) Herrman of Dodge City.&nbsp; He 
leaves 8 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren to carry on his 
legacy.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He is preceded 
in death by his parents and three brothers, Gerald, Les and Donnie.

Funeral mass will be held at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 
Dodge City on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Wesley 
Schawe presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Ensign Cemetery, two miles 
south of Ensign.&nbsp; Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel in Dodge 
City on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with the 
family present during that time.&nbsp; A vigil service will also be held on 
Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the church. 

Memorials are suggested to 
Alzheimer’s Association or Sacred Heart School Endowment Fund in care of
 the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Clarence L. Herrman, age 91, passed away on Saturday, April 23, 2022,
 at Reflection Living in Dodge City.&nbsp; He was born on May 23, 1930, in 
Liebenthal, the son of Bart and Dorothy (Schaffer) Herrman.Clarence graduated from Ensign High School in 1949 and continued his 
education at Dodge City Community College where he played football.&nbsp; He 
loved telling his children and grandchildren that the area sportswriters
 referred to him as “jet-legged” Herrman. He married Neola Reinert on 
January 2, 1950, at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Dodge City.&nbsp; Clarence and 
Neola raised their 4 children on farms near Ensign.&nbsp; He retired from 
farming in 1999.&nbsp;Clarence loved playing town-team baseball in his early married life.&nbsp;
 He was also a member of the Ensign Implement Bowling Team.&nbsp; Clarence 
enjoyed hunting trips to Colorado and Wyoming with his friends and 
father-in-law, but his greatest sporting passion became the game of 
golf.&nbsp; He was a member of Mariah Hills Golf Club and Cimarron Golf Club,
 where he made many life-long friends, accumulated a host of tournament 
trophies and became known as the “Ensign Golfer."He was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the 
Knights of Columbus of Dodge City.&nbsp; He also served as a board member of 
the Ensign Farmer’s Cooperative and Dodge City Cooperative.Clarence is survived by his wife of over 72 years, Neola Herrman.&nbsp; He
 is also survived by three daughters, Susan (Nancy) Herrman of 
Manalapan, New Jersey, Janet (Ed) Thompson of Shawnee, and Beverly 
(Mike) Arel of Olathe; and a son, Ron (Lea) Herrman of Dodge City.&nbsp; He 
leaves 8 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren to carry on his 
legacy.&nbsp; He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He is preceded 
in death by his parents and three brothers, Gerald, Les and Donnie.Funeral mass will be held at Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe in 
Dodge City on Thursday, April 28, 2022 at 10:30 AM with Rev. Wesley 
Schawe presiding.&nbsp; Burial will follow at Ensign Cemetery, two miles 
south of Ensign.&nbsp; Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel in Dodge 
City on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, with the 
family present during that time.&nbsp; A vigil service will also be held on 
Wednesday at 7:00 PM at the church. Memorials are suggested to 
Alzheimer’s Association or Sacred Heart School Endowment Fund in care of
 the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online 
guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Clarence L. Herrman

Mary Lou Stewart, age 91, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away, Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, Quinter. 

Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Mary Lou Stewart, age 91, of Quinter, Kansas, passed away, Sunday, April 24, 2022, at Gove County Medical Center Long Term Care, Quinter. Services are pending with Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

Mary Lou Stewart

Rose Marie Engling, 91, of Luray, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 13th, 2022.
 Rose Marie was born in Lucas, Kansas, on June 22, 1930, a daughter of the late Luella F. (Beatty) and Charles A. Casper.
 She graduated as salutatorian from Luray High School in 1949.
 On Sept. 3, 1950, Rose Marie married Orval Robert Engling in Luray, Kansas.
 Survivors include her husband, Orval Engling; daughter, Susan E. 
Winter (Jeff), of Wichita, Kansas; two sons, Orval R. Engling Jr. 
(Nancy), of Lawrence, Kansas, Danny R. Engling, of Salina, Kansas. She 
is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two 
sisters, Florene Steinle (Edward), of Salina, Kansas, and Bertha Hilmer 
(Raymond), of Harrisburg, South Dakota.
 Rose Marie is preceded in death by three sisters, Bernice Bartlett, 
Katherine Casper, and Charlene Wright; four brothers, Don Terry, Z.W. 
Casper, Clifford Terry, and Charles Casper Jr.
 Cremation has been chosen.
 Services will be held at a later date.
 Donations may be made to the Luray Senior Center, 200 N. Main St., Luray, Kansas 67649.

Rose Marie Engling, 91, of Luray, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 13th, 2022.
 Rose Marie was born in Lucas, Kansas, on June 22, 1930, a daughter of the late Luella F. (Beatty) and Charles A. Casper.
 She graduated as salutatorian from Luray High School in 1949.
 On Sept. 3, 1950, Rose Marie married Orval Robert Engling in Luray, Kansas.
 Survivors include her husband, Orval Engling; daughter, Susan E. 
Winter (Jeff), of Wichita, Kansas; two sons, Orval R. Engling Jr. 
(Nancy), of Lawrence, Kansas, Danny R. Engling, of Salina, Kansas. She 
is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two 
sisters, Florene Steinle (Edward), of Salina, Kansas, and Bertha Hilmer 
(Raymond), of Harrisburg, South Dakota.
 Rose Marie is preceded in death by three sisters, Bernice Bartlett, 
Katherine Casper, and Charlene Wright; four brothers, Don Terry, Z.W. 
Casper, Clifford Terry, and Charles Casper Jr.
 Cremation has been chosen.
 Services will be held at a later date.
 Donations may be made to the Luray Senior Center, 200 N. Main St., Luray, Kansas 67649.

Rose Marie Engling

Daniel Zink, 60, passed away on April 23rd, 2022, in Ellinwood, KS. Born in Hutchinson, KS on May 7th, 1961, he was the son of Donald V. &amp; Beverly J. (Lichter) Zink. Dan graduated from Claflin HS in 1979 later receiving his Associates Degree from Barton Co. Community College. He married Melanie Bieberle at St. Joseph Catholic Church on September 21st, 1985. Dan worked for Sunflower Electric for over 20 years before retiring in 2020.

Survivors include wife, Melanie Zink, Ellinwood; son, Kyle (Miranda) Zink, Great Bend; daughters, Stacy (Kyler) Clawson, Lindsey (Jonathan) Andrasek, Great Bend; brother, Mark Zink, Salina; sisters, Susan (Craig) Goodell, Lindsborg, Janet (Kent) Klug, Overland Park, Joni (Don) Haines, Great Bend; beloved grandchildren, Cooper, Cameron, Brynlee, Madalynn, Mikayla and 1 on the way. Dan was preceded in death by his parents Donald &amp; Beverly Zink.

Mass of Christian burial will take place 10:30 AM, Thursday, April 28th, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ellinwood, followed by interment at Holy Name Cemetery, Bushton. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 27th, at Minnis Chapel, Ellinwood, from 11 am – 6 pm with parish Rosary/Vigil at 7 PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church that evening. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School, Children’s Mercy (Kansas City), or Ellinwood Hospital Foundation in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Daniel Zink, 60, passed away on April 23rd, 2022, in Ellinwood, KS. Born in Hutchinson, KS on May 7th, 1961, he was the son of Donald V. &amp; Beverly J. (Lichter) Zink. Dan graduated from Claflin HS in 1979 later receiving his Associates Degree from Barton Co. Community College. He married Melanie Bieberle at St. Joseph Catholic Church on September 21st, 1985. Dan worked for Sunflower Electric for over 20 years before retiring in 2020.Survivors include wife, Melanie Zink, Ellinwood; son, Kyle (Miranda) Zink, Great Bend; daughters, Stacy (Kyler) Clawson, Lindsey (Jonathan) Andrasek, Great Bend; brother, Mark Zink, Salina; sisters, Susan (Craig) Goodell, Lindsborg, Janet (Kent) Klug, Overland Park, Joni (Don) Haines, Great Bend; beloved grandchildren, Cooper, Cameron, Brynlee, Madalynn, Mikayla and 1 on the way. Dan was preceded in death by his parents Donald &amp; Beverly Zink.Mass of Christian burial will take place 10:30 AM, Thursday, April 28th, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Ellinwood, followed by interment at Holy Name Cemetery, Bushton. Visitation will be Wednesday, April 27th, at Minnis Chapel, Ellinwood, from 11 am – 6 pm with parish Rosary/Vigil at 7 PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church that evening. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to St. Joseph School, Children’s Mercy (Kansas City), or Ellinwood Hospital Foundation in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Daniel Zink

Rev. Doctor Robert (Bob) Albert Kunz, 76, of Lincoln, Nebraska, went head-to-head with complications from pancreatic cancer surgery.  On April 21, 2022, the complications declared victory and Bob had the privilege of transitioning to his new life in Christ.  He leaves an unfillable hole in the lives of his family and friends.

Bob was born to Robert Emmet Kunz and Ellen H. (Pollard) Kunz  in Prescott, Arizona. He loved the mountains and the desert of his home state.  The Grand Canyon was his favorite place on earth. His father died when he was seven.  During his high school years, Bob gained a stepfather, Charles Pipkin.

His interest in gymnastics led him to give up high school football, so he could concentrate on gymnastics.  He carried that interest into college where he, as a co-captain, helped lead the Fort Hays State University gymnastics team through many  winning competitions.

Later in life, he developed an interest in watercolor painting, but his  passion was bicycling.  He joined a biking team and rode five times in RAGBRAI—a week-long ride across Iowa beginning at the Missouri River and ending at the Mississippi River,  He also co-led a bicycling interest group through the University of Nebraska OLLIE program.

During  more than forty years of ministry, Bob served as pastor of four churches. This led to moves from Kansas to Iowa and Nebraska. 

He loved books and was a member of a men’s book group during the 90’s.  After retiring and moving back to Lincoln, he rejoined that group.

Bob met the love of his life, Eileen Delimont, when he moved with his parents after his high school graduation from Arizona to Norton, Kansas.  He and Eileen were married two years later and attended college together.  Bob had a double major in English and philosophy with a minor in history.  He was offered assistantships in both the English and history departments, but his calling was to ministry.  The day after college graduation, they packed a small U-Haul and moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he  graduated from Eastern Baptist Seminary with a Master of Divinity Degree.  His search for knowledge and competence in ministry led him to earn a Doctor of Ministry Degree from United Theological Seminary in the Twin Cities, Minnesota.

Throughout 55 years,  Bob shared life and adventures with Eileen, his best friend and wife.  They were blessed with one child, Tamara who continues to be a joy.  She brought into their family a son-in-law, Shawn Mousel of Lincoln.

Bob is also survived  by three beloved grandsons, Jonathan, Isaac, and Carson Mousel of Lincoln; two sisters, Judy Cassels of Arizona and Diane Held of Washington; two sisters-in-law, Leta Harpst (John) of Florida and Judy VanDerVeen (Jay) of Kansas and several nephews and nieces scattered throughout the United States.

Bob is at peace and enjoying a heavenly reunion with his father, mother,  stepfather and  sister, Jane Heatherly.    He is sure to be forming a heavenly biking club.

Services will be held at First Plymouth Congregational Church, Lincoln, Nebraska, on April 30, 2022, at 10:30 a. m.  Visitation will be prior to the service from 9:00-10:00.  Graveside services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Week of Compassion for Ukrainian Relief, Edenton Christian Church, or the Christian Church(Disciples of Christ) in Nebraska c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS  67661

<figure>
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 </figure>Rev. Doctor Robert (Bob) Albert Kunz, 76, of Lincoln, Nebraska, went head-to-head with complications from pancreatic cancer surgery. On April 21, 2022, the complications declared victory and Bob had the privilege of transitioning to his new life in Christ. He leaves an unfillable hole in the lives of his family and friends.Bob was born to Robert Emmet Kunz and Ellen H. (Pollard) Kunz in Prescott, Arizona. He loved the mountains and the desert of his home state. The Grand Canyon was his favorite place on earth. His father died when he was seven. During his high school years, Bob gained a stepfather, Charles Pipkin.His interest in gymnastics led him to give up high school football, so he could concentrate on gymnastics. He carried that interest into college where he, as a co-captain, helped lead the Fort Hays State University gymnastics team through many winning competitions.Later in life, he developed an interest in watercolor painting, but his passion was bicycling. He joined a biking team and rode five times in RAGBRAI—a week-long ride across Iowa beginning at the Missouri River and ending at the Mississippi River, He also co-led a bicycling interest group through the University of Nebraska OLLIE program.During more than forty years of ministry, Bob served as pastor of four churches. This led to moves from Kansas to Iowa and Nebraska. He loved books and was a member of a men’s book group during the 90’s. After retiring and moving back to Lincoln, he rejoined that group.Bob met the love of his life, Eileen Delimont, when he moved with his parents after his high school graduation from Arizona to Norton, Kansas. He and Eileen were married two years later and attended college together. Bob had a double major in English and philosophy with a minor in history. He was offered assistantships in both the English and history departments, but his calling was to ministry. The day after college graduation, they packed a small U-Haul and moved to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania where he graduated from Eastern Baptist Seminary with a Master of Divinity Degree. His search for knowledge and competence in ministry led him to earn a Doctor of Ministry Degree from United Theological Seminary in the Twin Cities, Minnesota.Throughout 55 years, Bob shared life and adventures with Eileen, his best friend and wife. They were blessed with one child, Tamara who continues to be a joy. She brought into their family a son-in-law, Shawn Mousel of Lincoln.Bob is also survived by three beloved grandsons, Jonathan, Isaac, and Carson Mousel of Lincoln; two sisters, Judy Cassels of Arizona and Diane Held of Washington; two sisters-in-law, Leta Harpst (John) of Florida and Judy VanDerVeen (Jay) of Kansas and several nephews and nieces scattered throughout the United States.Bob is at peace and enjoying a heavenly reunion with his father, mother, stepfather and sister, Jane Heatherly. He is sure to be forming a heavenly biking club.Services will be held at First Plymouth Congregational Church, Lincoln, Nebraska, on April 30, 2022, at 10:30 a. m. Visitation will be prior to the service from 9:00-10:00. Graveside services will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Week of Compassion for Ukrainian Relief, Edenton Christian Church, or the Christian Church(Disciples of Christ) in Nebraska c/o Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, PO Box 563, Phillipsburg, KS 67661

Robert A. Kunz

Erma Lorene (Smith) Tubbs was born on April 15, 1924, in her 
grandmother’s home in Brewster, Kansas. She was the oldest of three 
children born to Newton Martin and Alice Grace (Parker) Smith. Erma 
passed away on April 22, 2022, at the age of 98. 
Erma, fondly called Jean by her father, lived the first 18 years of her 
life on a farm located 10 miles south of Brewster that was originally 
homesteaded by her great-great-grandmother. Erma’s days on the farm 
involved carrying water to the house, cleaning, and helping her mother 
bake loaves of bread and cinnamon rolls. From an early age, she enjoyed 
taking care of the home. Erma attended all 12 years of schooling at the 
Brownville School located eight miles from the family farm. She rode the
 bus every day to school. In school, Erma enjoyed basketball, softball, 
tennis, and cheerleading. She was also a member of 4-H, took piano 
lessons, and sang in the Glee Club. 
Upon graduation from high school in 1942, Erma left the family farm and 
moved to Halstead, KS to attend the Halstead School of Nursing. The 
school was a Catholic school ran by the Nuns. The nurses in training 
worked 8 hours a day and adhered to strict rules of conduct. During this
 time on a trip home from Halstead, Erma met the love of her life George
 Tubbs Jr. Dating for the couple consisted of a lot of dancing as the 
Smith family loved music and dancing. On March 5, 1944, Erma married 
George. With World War II raging, George was drafted, served as a 
mechanic working on the planes, and became stationed in Roswell, NM. 
Being married, Erma was no longer allowed to continue school and 
relocated to NM to support George and her country. 
After the war, the couple settled into married life living several years
 in Levant and then later in Atwood. Finally, in 1965 they moved to 
Colby, a place that would be their forever home. The couple had two sons
 James Dale and Michael George. Erma loved being a wife and a mother. 
Anyone who knew her well knew that her house was a source of pride. Erma
 also made sure that clothes were clean and pressed, healthy meals were 
prepared, and that George and the boys were well cared for everyday. 
Erma was an excellent no nonsense decision maker and listener. She 
played a vital behind the scenes part in many of the day-to-day business
 operations of the family. Erma’s work and her pride were in caring for 
her home and ensuring the success of the family. 
Erma served as a Pink Lady at the hospital for several years. She was 
also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, an organization 
dedicated to charity, truth and loving-kindness. She loved classical 
music, Frank Sinatra, and old movies. In addition, Erma enjoyed a good 
ride around town or a trip to the farm to check up on the place. She 
loved the annual trip to South Texas she took with George each year in 
the RV. Many memories were made over the years on their adventures. 
Finally, Erma was a woman firm in her faith. One of her favorite quotes 
was, “Anyone can count the seeds in an apple, but only God can count the
 apples in a seed.” 
Erma was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sister Marilyn Selby, and her brother James Smith. 
She is survived by her sons and their wives: James (Jim) and Kathleen 
Tubbs and Michael (Mike) and Pat Tubbs all of Colby, four grandchildren:
 Sherrie (Brent) Wiedeman of Colby, George (Lindsey) Tubbs of Colby, 
Michael Tubbs of San Francisco, CA and Madison Tubbs of Lawrence, KS, 
and four great grandchildren: Bryant, Brady, Landon and Carson all of 
Colby. 
There will be a come and go celebration of life on Tuesday, April 26, 
2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Baalmann Mortuary. Graveside services will 
be at Beulah Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomas County Community 
Foundation sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit: www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Erma Lorene (Smith) Tubbs was born on April 15, 1924, in her 
grandmother’s home in Brewster, Kansas. She was the oldest of three 
children born to Newton Martin and Alice Grace (Parker) Smith. Erma 
passed away on April 22, 2022, at the age of 98. 
Erma, fondly called Jean by her father, lived the first 18 years of her 
life on a farm located 10 miles south of Brewster that was originally 
homesteaded by her great-great-grandmother. Erma’s days on the farm 
involved carrying water to the house, cleaning, and helping her mother 
bake loaves of bread and cinnamon rolls. From an early age, she enjoyed 
taking care of the home. Erma attended all 12 years of schooling at the 
Brownville School located eight miles from the family farm. She rode the
 bus every day to school. In school, Erma enjoyed basketball, softball, 
tennis, and cheerleading. She was also a member of 4-H, took piano 
lessons, and sang in the Glee Club. 
Upon graduation from high school in 1942, Erma left the family farm and 
moved to Halstead, KS to attend the Halstead School of Nursing. The 
school was a Catholic school ran by the Nuns. The nurses in training 
worked 8 hours a day and adhered to strict rules of conduct. During this
 time on a trip home from Halstead, Erma met the love of her life George
 Tubbs Jr. Dating for the couple consisted of a lot of dancing as the 
Smith family loved music and dancing. On March 5, 1944, Erma married 
George. With World War II raging, George was drafted, served as a 
mechanic working on the planes, and became stationed in Roswell, NM. 
Being married, Erma was no longer allowed to continue school and 
relocated to NM to support George and her country. 
After the war, the couple settled into married life living several years
 in Levant and then later in Atwood. Finally, in 1965 they moved to 
Colby, a place that would be their forever home. The couple had two sons
 James Dale and Michael George. Erma loved being a wife and a mother. 
Anyone who knew her well knew that her house was a source of pride. Erma
 also made sure that clothes were clean and pressed, healthy meals were 
prepared, and that George and the boys were well cared for everyday. 
Erma was an excellent no nonsense decision maker and listener. She 
played a vital behind the scenes part in many of the day-to-day business
 operations of the family. Erma’s work and her pride were in caring for 
her home and ensuring the success of the family. 
Erma served as a Pink Lady at the hospital for several years. She was 
also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, an organization 
dedicated to charity, truth and loving-kindness. She loved classical 
music, Frank Sinatra, and old movies. In addition, Erma enjoyed a good 
ride around town or a trip to the farm to check up on the place. She 
loved the annual trip to South Texas she took with George each year in 
the RV. Many memories were made over the years on their adventures. 
Finally, Erma was a woman firm in her faith. One of her favorite quotes 
was, “Anyone can count the seeds in an apple, but only God can count the
 apples in a seed.” 
Erma was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her sister Marilyn Selby, and her brother James Smith. 
She is survived by her sons and their wives: James (Jim) and Kathleen 
Tubbs and Michael (Mike) and Pat Tubbs all of Colby, four grandchildren:
 Sherrie (Brent) Wiedeman of Colby, George (Lindsey) Tubbs of Colby, 
Michael Tubbs of San Francisco, CA and Madison Tubbs of Lawrence, KS, 
and four great grandchildren: Bryant, Brady, Landon and Carson all of 
Colby. 
There will be a come and go celebration of life on Tuesday, April 26, 
2022 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Baalmann Mortuary. Graveside services will 
be at Beulah Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the Thomas County Community 
Foundation sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 
67701. For information or condolences visit: www.baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Erma Lorene (Smith) Tubbs

Douglas John Wolters, 74, of Atwood, KS, died Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Center, Atwood. 
A visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., 
Saturday, April 30, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood. Burial will 
follow in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials may be made to God’s 
Little Saints Preschool or Rawlins County Hospital and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS, 67701. 
Douglas John Wolters was born October 17, 1947 in St. Francis, Kansas, 
the first child of Clarence John and Dorothy (Schmidt) Wolters. 
Doug was baptized at the Trinity Lutheran Church parsonage north of 
Ludell by his maternal grandfather, Pastor John Schmidt. Doug was later
 confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Grace Lutheran Church in Atwood. 
Doug later became a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood. 
Doug attended the Queen of Driftwood Country School, District 96, 
located nine miles north and a mile west of Atwood, first through eighth
 grades, walking the 1.5 miles in good weather. He then attended Atwood
 Community High School, graduating with the class of 1965, the largest 
in its history. Doug attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, 
earning a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science in January, 1970. He was a
 member of Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran fraternity at KSU. Doug enlisted in 
the National Guard, serving from January to May of 1970, followed by six
 years on reserve status. 
In his last semester at KSU, Doug met Pattie Lucille Bohn, of Eskridge, 
Kansas. On December 27, 1970, Pattie and Doug were united in marriage at
 First Lutheran Church in Manhattan, KS. They returned to the family 
farm and dairy in Atwood, residing at the Rosie Reuber farm four miles 
north of Atwood. In May, 1978, they moved into the new home across the 
road from the family farm, which they had constructed themselves with 
some assistance from family. 
Doug and Pattie welcomed their first son, Joshua John, on December 4th, 
1973. Their second son, Matthew Wyatt, was born November 19, 1979. 
In 1993, they became sole owners of Wolters Farms, Inc. In the fall of 
1995, the dairy herd was sold. Doug and Pattie continued to grow grain 
crops on the farm, spanning a total of 50 years actively farming until 
transitioning the farm to the next generation. 
Doug was actively involved in his community, church and agricultural 
organizations. He served as Elder of Grace Lutheran Church and 
President, Trustee and Elder of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Boards he 
served on include Atwood Coop &amp; Equity, Lutheran Church Missouri 
Synod-Kansas District, Rawlins County Extension Council (he was chairman
 for several years), and Co-Bank. Along with Pattie, Doug served as a 
4-H community leader and was a member of Atwood FFA backers, though he 
was never a member of 4-H or FFA in his youth. 
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Edward Schmidtke. 
Survivors include his wife, Pattie, of the home; sons and 
daughters-in-law, Joshua Wolters (Lisa) and Matthew Wolters (Donelle), 
all of Atwood; grandchildren Ryan Wolters and Kaitlyn Wolters, 
Manhattan, KS, Henry Wolters and Elise Wolters of Atwood; sibling, 
Richard Wolters (Cathy), Liberal, KS, Beverly Schmidtke, Morristown, MN,
 Mark Wolters (Brenda), Atwood, and John Wolters (Jo) of Manhattan, KS; 
and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Douglas John Wolters, 74, of Atwood, KS, died Saturday, April 23, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Center, Atwood. 
A visitation will be held Friday, April 29, 2022, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., 
Saturday, April 30, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood. Burial will 
follow in Fairview Cemetery, Atwood. Memorials may be made to God’s 
Little Saints Preschool or Rawlins County Hospital and sent in care of 
Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS, 67701. 
Douglas John Wolters was born October 17, 1947 in St. Francis, Kansas, 
the first child of Clarence John and Dorothy (Schmidt) Wolters. 
Doug was baptized at the Trinity Lutheran Church parsonage north of 
Ludell by his maternal grandfather, Pastor John Schmidt. Doug was later
 confirmed in the Lutheran faith at Grace Lutheran Church in Atwood. 
Doug later became a member of Redeemer Lutheran Church, Atwood. 
Doug attended the Queen of Driftwood Country School, District 96, 
located nine miles north and a mile west of Atwood, first through eighth
 grades, walking the 1.5 miles in good weather. He then attended Atwood
 Community High School, graduating with the class of 1965, the largest 
in its history. Doug attended Kansas State University, Manhattan, 
earning a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science in January, 1970. He was a
 member of Beta Sigma Psi Lutheran fraternity at KSU. Doug enlisted in 
the National Guard, serving from January to May of 1970, followed by six
 years on reserve status. 
In his last semester at KSU, Doug met Pattie Lucille Bohn, of Eskridge, 
Kansas. On December 27, 1970, Pattie and Doug were united in marriage at
 First Lutheran Church in Manhattan, KS. They returned to the family 
farm and dairy in Atwood, residing at the Rosie Reuber farm four miles 
north of Atwood. In May, 1978, they moved into the new home across the 
road from the family farm, which they had constructed themselves with 
some assistance from family. 
Doug and Pattie welcomed their first son, Joshua John, on December 4th, 
1973. Their second son, Matthew Wyatt, was born November 19, 1979. 
In 1993, they became sole owners of Wolters Farms, Inc. In the fall of 
1995, the dairy herd was sold. Doug and Pattie continued to grow grain 
crops on the farm, spanning a total of 50 years actively farming until 
transitioning the farm to the next generation. 
Doug was actively involved in his community, church and agricultural 
organizations. He served as Elder of Grace Lutheran Church and 
President, Trustee and Elder of Redeemer Lutheran Church. Boards he 
served on include Atwood Coop &amp; Equity, Lutheran Church Missouri 
Synod-Kansas District, Rawlins County Extension Council (he was chairman
 for several years), and Co-Bank. Along with Pattie, Doug served as a 
4-H community leader and was a member of Atwood FFA backers, though he 
was never a member of 4-H or FFA in his youth. 
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother-in-law Edward Schmidtke. 
Survivors include his wife, Pattie, of the home; sons and 
daughters-in-law, Joshua Wolters (Lisa) and Matthew Wolters (Donelle), 
all of Atwood; grandchildren Ryan Wolters and Kaitlyn Wolters, 
Manhattan, KS, Henry Wolters and Elise Wolters of Atwood; sibling, 
Richard Wolters (Cathy), Liberal, KS, Beverly Schmidtke, Morristown, MN,
 Mark Wolters (Brenda), Atwood, and John Wolters (Jo) of Manhattan, KS; 
and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Douglas John Wolters

Carol E. Lambert, 83, of Hutchinson, passed April 22, 2022, at 
Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born July 13, 
1938, to Arthur and Thelma (Byron) Wipf.

Carol graduated from Nickerson High School in 1956, Hutchinson 
Community College in 1958, and Sterling College in 1966. She was a 
teacher at Burrton for three years and at Nickerson for 34 years.

On August 8, 1958, Carol married Ronald Sherman Lambert, in 
Hutchinson. Together they had one son. Ronald passed away July 11, 2004.

Carol is survived by: son, Sherman Lambert (Sandy), Hutchinson; 
granddaughter, Rebecca Baetz (Kenton), Smith Center; grandsons, Joshua 
Lambert (Lana), Inman, Robert Luce (Traci), Wichita, Kenneth Luce 
(Traci), Hutchinson; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden and Brysen Baetz, 
Dalton, Devin, Makayla, Amelia, and Peyton Luce; sisters, Rheta Carter, 
Dinah McHome, both of Bakersfield, California, Charlotte Finical, 
Arizona; and brother, Byron Wipf.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and great-grandson, Cole Garrett Luce.

Graveside service will be 1 pm Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Fairlawn
 Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, in 
care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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 </figure>Carol E. Lambert, 83, of Hutchinson, passed April 22, 2022, at 
Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, Buhler. She was born July 13, 
1938, to Arthur and Thelma (Byron) Wipf.Carol graduated from Nickerson High School in 1956, Hutchinson 
Community College in 1958, and Sterling College in 1966. She was a 
teacher at Burrton for three years and at Nickerson for 34 years.On August 8, 1958, Carol married Ronald Sherman Lambert, in 
Hutchinson. Together they had one son. Ronald passed away July 11, 2004.Carol is survived by: son, Sherman Lambert (Sandy), Hutchinson; 
granddaughter, Rebecca Baetz (Kenton), Smith Center; grandsons, Joshua 
Lambert (Lana), Inman, Robert Luce (Traci), Wichita, Kenneth Luce 
(Traci), Hutchinson; seven great-grandchildren, Kaden and Brysen Baetz, 
Dalton, Devin, Makayla, Amelia, and Peyton Luce; sisters, Rheta Carter, 
Dinah McHome, both of Bakersfield, California, Charlotte Finical, 
Arizona; and brother, Byron Wipf.She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband; and great-grandson, Cole Garrett Luce.Graveside service will be 1 pm Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Fairlawn
 Burial Park. Friends may call from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday at Elliott 
Mortuary.Memorials are suggested to Sunshine Meadows Retirement Community, in 
care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Carol E. Lambert

Connie R. Pennington, age 55, of Goodland passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at her home in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Connie was born on January 14, 1967, to Marlin and Ruby (Bateman) 
Phifer in Goodland.&nbsp; She grew up and went to school in Goodland and 
graduated from Goodland High School in 1985.&nbsp;&nbsp;

On October 21, 2005, she married Tony Pennington in Goodland.&nbsp; Connie
 worked as a waitress and cook at many restaurants in Goodland and 
Sharon Springs.&nbsp; Connie enjoyed her dogs and cats, and dearly loved 
spending time with her family and friends, especially her 
grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Connie is preceded in death by grandparents, parents, Marlin and Ruby and her cousin, Diane Mowry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is survived by her husband, Tony; sons, RJ Phifer and Randy 
(Danielle) Cochran of Norcatur, KS; stepchildren, Dustin (Ashley) 
Pennington of Oklahoma City, OK and Jennifer (Zach) Pennington of 
Goodland.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Robert Traxel, Raiden and Dezirae Phifer, 
Anthony and Kathrine Whitten; sister, Deb (Kent) Brown of Oberlin; 
brother, Lonnie (Amy) Phifer of Hammond, IN; brother, Danny Phifer of 
Phoenix, AZ; sisters, Melody Okeson of Grand Junction, CO and Kathy Noel
 of Logan, KS; and many more family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials may be designated to Connie Pennington Memorial Fund and 
may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral 
Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735. For information and online 
condolences visit&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com.

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

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 </figure>Connie R. Pennington, age 55, of Goodland passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at her home in Goodland.&nbsp;&nbsp;Connie was born on January 14, 1967, to Marlin and Ruby (Bateman) 
Phifer in Goodland.&nbsp; She grew up and went to school in Goodland and 
graduated from Goodland High School in 1985.&nbsp;&nbsp;On October 21, 2005, she married Tony Pennington in Goodland.&nbsp; Connie
 worked as a waitress and cook at many restaurants in Goodland and 
Sharon Springs.&nbsp; Connie enjoyed her dogs and cats, and dearly loved 
spending time with her family and friends, especially her 
grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;Connie is preceded in death by grandparents, parents, Marlin and Ruby and her cousin, Diane Mowry.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is survived by her husband, Tony; sons, RJ Phifer and Randy 
(Danielle) Cochran of Norcatur, KS; stepchildren, Dustin (Ashley) 
Pennington of Oklahoma City, OK and Jennifer (Zach) Pennington of 
Goodland.&nbsp; Grandchildren, Robert Traxel, Raiden and Dezirae Phifer, 
Anthony and Kathrine Whitten; sister, Deb (Kent) Brown of Oberlin; 
brother, Lonnie (Amy) Phifer of Hammond, IN; brother, Danny Phifer of 
Phoenix, AZ; sisters, Melody Okeson of Grand Junction, CO and Kathy Noel
 of Logan, KS; and many more family and friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be designated to Connie Pennington Memorial Fund and 
may be left at the services or sent in care of Bateman Funeral 
Home,&nbsp;P.O. Box 278, Goodland, Kansas 67735. For information and online 
condolences visit&nbsp;www.batemanfuneral.com.Click <a href="https://www.batemanfuneral.com/obituary/Connie-Pennington">HERE</a> for service details.

Connie R. Pennington

James E. “Jim” Bieler, 82, Hays, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at HaysMed.

He was born July 13, 1939, in Hays, the 
youngest of nine children of Thomas and Julia (Hauschild) Bieler. 
&nbsp;Growing up on a Kansas farm where he lived for over 70 years, Jim 
helped his family work the land and raise livestock, eventually taking 
over the farm upon the death of his parents. His love for rural living, 
farming, and his dogs continued throughout his lifetime.

Survivors include his nieces and 
nephews: Mary Jo Hartman (Jim), Donna Dewey, April Dorsey-Tyler, Mark 
Brown, Wilma Diefenbach-Jones (Dale), Robin Engel (Steve A.), Steve 
Cartwright, Tom Brown (Joan), and Eric Brown (Judy).

He was preceded in death by his 
parents, three brothers: Walt, Burgess, and Bill Bieler, five sisters: 
Jeanette Cartwright, Juanita Diefenbach, Helen Brown, Edith Dorsey, and 
Lucille Bieler, and a nephew: Kenneth Bieler.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. 
Delbert Stanton Officiating.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be made payable to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jim may 
be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>James E. “Jim” Bieler, 82, Hays, died Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at HaysMed.He was born July 13, 1939, in Hays, the 
youngest of nine children of Thomas and Julia (Hauschild) Bieler. 
&nbsp;Growing up on a Kansas farm where he lived for over 70 years, Jim 
helped his family work the land and raise livestock, eventually taking 
over the farm upon the death of his parents. His love for rural living, 
farming, and his dogs continued throughout his lifetime.Survivors include his nieces and 
nephews: Mary Jo Hartman (Jim), Donna Dewey, April Dorsey-Tyler, Mark 
Brown, Wilma Diefenbach-Jones (Dale), Robin Engel (Steve A.), Steve 
Cartwright, Tom Brown (Joan), and Eric Brown (Judy).He was preceded in death by his 
parents, three brothers: Walt, Burgess, and Bill Bieler, five sisters: 
Jeanette Cartwright, Juanita Diefenbach, Helen Brown, Edith Dorsey, and 
Lucille Bieler, and a nephew: Kenneth Bieler.Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on
 Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home with Rev. 
Delbert Stanton Officiating.&nbsp; Memorials may be made payable to the 
Humane Society of the High Plains.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Jim may 
be shared with his family at www.haysmemorial.com

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