WALLACE — Raymond T. Bussen was born on February 26, 1929, in a sod house in Wallace County about one mile south of Fort Wallace Cemetery. He passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023 at Logan County Hospital in Oakley, Ks.&nbsp; He was the son of Barbara (Fueser) and Theodore J. Bussen.

At the age of three, his family moved to what would become known as the Bussen homestead.&nbsp; It was there that he would spend the rest of his life helping his parents, working the land, and eventually raising a family of his own.

He attended Gill Elementary School about three miles from the homestead and completed 1st&nbsp;through 8th&nbsp;grade, but never pursued high school. Like many families during that time, the harshness of life made poverty the theme and all family members needed to work to sustain life’s basic needs.

In 1952, he was drafted into the United States Army in which he proudly served his country.&nbsp; He was stationed in Long Island, New York and in 1954, he returned to Wallace County.

On August 31, 1954, Raymond T. Bussen married Shirley Rose Leiker and together, for the next 67 years of their married life, they would farm the land, raise a family, and share their gifts, talents and treasures with family, friends, neighbors, and community.

There were three things he treasured most-- his Catholic faith, his family, and his work. Though he was not a man of a great deal of words,&nbsp; one could see who he was and the gifts and talents he possessed.&nbsp; Born with an uncanny mathematical/engineering mindset, he could look at a structure whether it was a building or a corral, or some other object, purchase or find the needed materials “out back” and build it himself.&nbsp; This was and is very evident when one walks around his farm and sees the machine shed, circle corral, additions to the house, a water tank truck--which he converted into a sprayer with a 60’ boom, along with hoses, hydraulics, levers-- and a shop where he would do his own mechanical work on his tractors, combines, cars…etc. Furthermore, he was the epitome of stewardship in how he cared for the farmland, the crops, and the livestock.

More importantly, he knew his success as a farmer, was not of his own doings, but rather of his creator --God and His son, our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; Raymond was aware that he was God’s instrument and servant blessed with gifts, talents, and abilities all used to glorify and thank the Almighty from on High as well as to serve others as he lived out his earthly life. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Raymond’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were his greatest joys and blessings.&nbsp; He built a swimming pool, small tractors, go-carts, all for them to enjoy as well as his numerous nieces, nephews and others who came to visit. &nbsp;He loved to see them having fun on the Bussen farm.

Centered to his life, farming, and family was his unwavering faith.&nbsp; He was an active member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Wallace and later of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Sharon Springs.&nbsp; He served devoutly as a member of his parish as well as the Knights of Columbus of Wallace and Sharon Springs.

Immediate family preceding him in death are his wife, Shirley, and his oldest son, Tom.&nbsp; Raymond was the last member of his nine brothers and sisters.

Raymond and Shirley Bussen are the parents of Tom Bussen (wife Deanna), Brian Bussen, Rhonda Winkler (husband Greg), Julie Bussen, Joe Bussen (wife Suzanne), and Celeste Rains (husband Mike). They are the grandparents of 20 grandchildren, 33 great-children and have over 120 nieces/ nephews, grand-nieces/nephews, and great-grand nieces/nephews. &nbsp;

One of Raymond’s final sentences as he was transitioning from this life to the next were Jesus remember me; Jesus have mercy on me when I stand before You to give an account of my life… Holy Mother of God lead me to your Son, My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Memorial contributions may be designated to St Joseph’s Catholic School, Caring Tree Tags of Oakley, and Wallace County Food Bank and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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<h2>Raymond Theodore Bussen</h2><figure>
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 </figure><h2>Raymond T. Bussen</h2>February 26, 1929 - November 20, 2023WALLACE — Raymond T. Bussen was born on February 26, 1929, in a sod house in Wallace County about one mile south of Fort Wallace Cemetery. He passed away peacefully on November 20, 2023 at Logan County Hospital in Oakley, Ks.&nbsp; He was the son of Barbara (Fueser) and Theodore J. Bussen.At the age of three, his family moved to what would become known as the Bussen homestead.&nbsp; It was there that he would spend the rest of his life helping his parents, working the land, and eventually raising a family of his own.He attended Gill Elementary School about three miles from the homestead and completed 1st&nbsp;through 8th&nbsp;grade, but never pursued high school. Like many families during that time, the harshness of life made poverty the theme and all family members needed to work to sustain life’s basic needs.In 1952, he was drafted into the United States Army in which he proudly served his country.&nbsp; He was stationed in Long Island, New York and in 1954, he returned to Wallace County.On August 31, 1954, Raymond T. Bussen married Shirley Rose Leiker and together, for the next 67 years of their married life, they would farm the land, raise a family, and share their gifts, talents and treasures with family, friends, neighbors, and community.There were three things he treasured most-- his Catholic faith, his family, and his work. Though he was not a man of a great deal of words,&nbsp; one could see who he was and the gifts and talents he possessed.&nbsp; Born with an uncanny mathematical/engineering mindset, he could look at a structure whether it was a building or a corral, or some other object, purchase or find the needed materials “out back” and build it himself.&nbsp; This was and is very evident when one walks around his farm and sees the machine shed, circle corral, additions to the house, a water tank truck--which he converted into a sprayer with a 60’ boom, along with hoses, hydraulics, levers-- and a shop where he would do his own mechanical work on his tractors, combines, cars…etc. Furthermore, he was the epitome of stewardship in how he cared for the farmland, the crops, and the livestock.More importantly, he knew his success as a farmer, was not of his own doings, but rather of his creator --God and His son, our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ.&nbsp; Raymond was aware that he was God’s instrument and servant blessed with gifts, talents, and abilities all used to glorify and thank the Almighty from on High as well as to serve others as he lived out his earthly life. &nbsp;&nbsp;Raymond’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren were his greatest joys and blessings.&nbsp; He built a swimming pool, small tractors, go-carts, all for them to enjoy as well as his numerous nieces, nephews and others who came to visit. &nbsp;He loved to see them having fun on the Bussen farm.Centered to his life, farming, and family was his unwavering faith.&nbsp; He was an active member of St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Wallace and later of Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Sharon Springs.&nbsp; He served devoutly as a member of his parish as well as the Knights of Columbus of Wallace and Sharon Springs.Immediate family preceding him in death are his wife, Shirley, and his oldest son, Tom.&nbsp; Raymond was the last member of his nine brothers and sisters.Raymond and Shirley Bussen are the parents of Tom Bussen (wife Deanna), Brian Bussen, Rhonda Winkler (husband Greg), Julie Bussen, Joe Bussen (wife Suzanne), and Celeste Rains (husband Mike). They are the grandparents of 20 grandchildren, 33 great-children and have over 120 nieces/ nephews, grand-nieces/nephews, and great-grand nieces/nephews. &nbsp;One of Raymond’s final sentences as he was transitioning from this life to the next were Jesus remember me; Jesus have mercy on me when I stand before You to give an account of my life… Holy Mother of God lead me to your Son, My Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.Memorial contributions may be designated to St Joseph’s Catholic School, Caring Tree Tags of Oakley, and Wallace County Food Bank and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/19e4c595-bdf8-45b8-906c-0c8b97129908" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Raymond Theodore Bussen, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/19e4c595-bdf8-45b8-906c-0c8b97129908" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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Mitchel A. 'Mitch' Sommers, Victoria&nbsp;

Mitchel A. “Mitch” Sommers, age 64 of Victoria, Kansas,&nbsp;passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas.

He was born February 5, 1959, in Topeka, Kansas to Donald A. and Irene (Peck) Sommers.

Mitch grew up in Delia and Victoria. He graduated from Victoria High School and Fort Hays State University. 

He taught school for a few years in Liberal then moved back to Ellis County. He was a guide at Sternberg Museum in Hays, taught classes, painted murals and back drops for exhibits, and volunteered a lot of time at the museum. He held stained glass classes and was a volunteer for the Hays Arts Council. He enjoyed his flower gardening, the arts, cooking, animals and his dogs.

He is survived by his brother, Michael Sommers, Ellis, KS; his sister, Donna Funk, Otis, KS; his stepsister, Cheryl Frederick and husband, Tom, Topeka, KS; his former sister-in-law, Sharon Sommers, Victoria, KS; his nieces and nephews, Richard Frederick (Mia); Robert Frederick; Brian Frederick; Donald Sommers (Sandra); Jamie Buehler; Phillip Funk (Jessica); Shane Sommers; Dawn Wasinger (Danny); his 14 great-nieces and great-nephews; one great-great-nephew; and a large extended group of friends.

Mitch was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Irene Sommers; his stepmother, Henrietta Sommers; his brother, Donald Sommers; and his brother-in-law, James Funk.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 27, 2023, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main, Victoria, Kansas 67671 with Stan Ewy S.A.M. officiating.

A private family inurnment will be held at a later.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Arts Council or National Kidney Foundation of Kansas &amp; Western Missouri in Care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary Victoria, Kansas. 

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

<h2>Mitchel A. 'Mitch' Sommers, Victoria&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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 </figure>February 5, 1959 - November 19, 2023Mitchel A. “Mitch” Sommers, age 64 of Victoria, Kansas,&nbsp;passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the Catholic Care Center in Bel Aire, Kansas.He was born February 5, 1959, in Topeka, Kansas to Donald A. and Irene (Peck) Sommers.Mitch grew up in Delia and Victoria. He graduated from Victoria High School and Fort Hays State University. He taught school for a few years in Liberal then moved back to Ellis County. He was a guide at Sternberg Museum in Hays, taught classes, painted murals and back drops for exhibits, and volunteered a lot of time at the museum. He held stained glass classes and was a volunteer for the Hays Arts Council. He enjoyed his flower gardening, the arts, cooking, animals and his dogs.He is survived by his brother, Michael Sommers, Ellis, KS; his sister, Donna Funk, Otis, KS; his stepsister, Cheryl Frederick and husband, Tom, Topeka, KS; his former sister-in-law, Sharon Sommers, Victoria, KS; his nieces and nephews, Richard Frederick (Mia); Robert Frederick; Brian Frederick; Donald Sommers (Sandra); Jamie Buehler; Phillip Funk (Jessica); Shane Sommers; Dawn Wasinger (Danny); his 14 great-nieces and great-nephews; one great-great-nephew; and a large extended group of friends.Mitch was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Irene Sommers; his stepmother, Henrietta Sommers; his brother, Donald Sommers; and his brother-in-law, James Funk.A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 27, 2023, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main, Victoria, Kansas 67671 with Stan Ewy S.A.M. officiating.A private family inurnment will be held at a later.The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. Monday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials made payable to: Hays Arts Council or National Kidney Foundation of Kansas &amp; Western Missouri in Care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary Victoria, Kansas. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Mitchel A. 'Mitch' Sommers 

A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available. &nbsp;

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be designated to the Race for the Cure-Alzheimer's Association and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

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<h2>Robert Lee Kinderknecht</h2><figure>
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 </figure>A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available. &nbsp;In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be designated to the Race for the Cure-Alzheimer's Association and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/6515d0bd-1ee0-48d6-a7a8-04c89c8a3c5e" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Robert Lee Kinderknecht, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/6515d0bd-1ee0-48d6-a7a8-04c89c8a3c5e" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

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David R. “Dave” Whitman, 82, Hays, passed away peacefully, Friday, November 17, 2023, at Ellis Good Samaritan Society after a short stay in hospice.

He was born July 9, 1941, in LaRue, Ohio, the son of Carl and Lenora (McWade) Whitman. 

He graduated from LaRue High School in 1959 then attended The Ohio State University. 

In 1963, Dave enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Morocco and Guam, then from 1966-1969, he was in the U.S. Navy Reserves. 

For 17 years, he was a realtor in Denver then became a real estate appraiser until his retirement. 

On September 2, 1967, he married Jeanne Lindow in Reese, Michigan, they later divorced. On August 16, 2003, he married Kathy Gearhart in Grand Lake, Colorado. Dave and Kathy lived in Colorado until moving to Hays in March of 2023. 

He was a member of the Glenwood Springs, Colorado Elks BPOE #2086, and the Hays VFW Post #9076. 

He enjoyed snowmobiling, rafting, crossword puzzles, Budweiser beer, and trips with friends and family. Dave never knew a stranger, had a unique sense of humor and wit, and liked to have fun.

Survivors include his wife Kathy of the home in Hays, two sons, Mark Whitman and wife Joyce of Parker, CO and Michael Whitman and wife Eurie of Aurora, CO, five grandchildren, Karl, Liam, Romaro, Sophie, and Liliana Whitman, two stepdaughters, Alisha Parkhurst and husband Kent of Blackhawk, CO and Christine Stewart of Aurora, CO, two brothers, Robert Whitman and wife Carol of Marysville, OH and Charles Whitman of Hesperia, MI, and two half-brothers, Steve and John Whitman of Columbus, OH.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Kenneth “Pete” Whitman, a sister, Mary Jane Burton, a brother-in-law, Howard Burton, and two sisters-in-law, Marilee and Ruth Whitman.

Graveside services with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens, with Pastor Brenda Rodger officiating. 

Memorials are suggested to HaysMed Hospice, BPOE Elks Lodge #2086 Glenwood Springs, Colorado or to the Hays VFW Post #9076. 

Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences and memories of Dave may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

<h2>David R. 'Dave' Whitman, Hays&nbsp;</h2><figure>
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 </figure>July 9, 1941 - November 17, 2023David R. “Dave” Whitman, 82, Hays, passed away peacefully, Friday, November 17, 2023, at Ellis Good Samaritan Society after a short stay in hospice.He was born July 9, 1941, in LaRue, Ohio, the son of Carl and Lenora (McWade) Whitman. He graduated from LaRue High School in 1959 then attended The Ohio State University. In 1963, Dave enlisted in the U.S. Navy and was stationed in Morocco and Guam, then from 1966-1969, he was in the U.S. Navy Reserves. For 17 years, he was a realtor in Denver then became a real estate appraiser until his retirement. On September 2, 1967, he married Jeanne Lindow in Reese, Michigan, they later divorced. On August 16, 2003, he married Kathy Gearhart in Grand Lake, Colorado. Dave and Kathy lived in Colorado until moving to Hays in March of 2023. He was a member of the Glenwood Springs, Colorado Elks BPOE #2086, and the Hays VFW Post #9076. He enjoyed snowmobiling, rafting, crossword puzzles, Budweiser beer, and trips with friends and family. Dave never knew a stranger, had a unique sense of humor and wit, and liked to have fun.Survivors include his wife Kathy of the home in Hays, two sons, Mark Whitman and wife Joyce of Parker, CO and Michael Whitman and wife Eurie of Aurora, CO, five grandchildren, Karl, Liam, Romaro, Sophie, and Liliana Whitman, two stepdaughters, Alisha Parkhurst and husband Kent of Blackhawk, CO and Christine Stewart of Aurora, CO, two brothers, Robert Whitman and wife Carol of Marysville, OH and Charles Whitman of Hesperia, MI, and two half-brothers, Steve and John Whitman of Columbus, OH.He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Kenneth “Pete” Whitman, a sister, Mary Jane Burton, a brother-in-law, Howard Burton, and two sisters-in-law, Marilee and Ruth Whitman.Graveside services with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will be at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 15, 2023, at Fort Hays Memorial Gardens, with Pastor Brenda Rodger officiating. Memorials are suggested to HaysMed Hospice, BPOE Elks Lodge #2086 Glenwood Springs, Colorado or to the Hays VFW Post #9076. Services are in the care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and condolences and memories of Dave may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

David R. 'Dave' Whitman

Ruth Mae (Waudby) Moyer was born October 14 1924; she had just turned 99, when she passed away at Wheatland Nursing Center on November 12. 

Ruth graduated from Russell High School in 1943, and from business school at Brown Mackie Business School in Salina. 

She was married to Ernie Reissig, and they have a daughter, Mervis Reissig, who lives in Redondo Beach, CA. Later, she married Bill Moyer, and they have a son, Bill Moyer Jr., who lives in Lorraine, KS with his wife Donna. 

Ruth is also survived by six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren. 

She worked at various businesses in Russell, including the Russell Lumberyard, Jim’s Hamburger Stand, and the Russell Daily News.

 She was also a long-time volunteer for the Foster Grandparent program through Fort Hays State; and for the Methodist Thrift Shop in Russell. She was well known for her feistiness, helping others, and her honesty.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to FHSU Foster Grandparent Program, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601.

Friends and family are invited to gather on Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. There will be a spiritual message by Elder Sharon Ringler APS at 11 a.m.

 Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the memorial service arrangements.

<h2>Ruth Mae (Waudby) Moyer</h2>Ruth Mae (Waudby) Moyer was born October 14 1924; she had just turned 99, when she passed away at Wheatland Nursing Center on November 12. Ruth graduated from Russell High School in 1943, and from business school at Brown Mackie Business School in Salina. She was married to Ernie Reissig, and they have a daughter, Mervis Reissig, who lives in Redondo Beach, CA. Later, she married Bill Moyer, and they have a son, Bill Moyer Jr., who lives in Lorraine, KS with his wife Donna. Ruth is also survived by six grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and 12 great-great-grandchildren. She worked at various businesses in Russell, including the Russell Lumberyard, Jim’s Hamburger Stand, and the Russell Daily News. She was also a long-time volunteer for the Foster Grandparent program through Fort Hays State; and for the Methodist Thrift Shop in Russell. She was well known for her feistiness, helping others, and her honesty.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to FHSU Foster Grandparent Program, 600 Park Street, Hays, KS 67601.Friends and family are invited to gather on Thursday, November 30, 2023, from 10 a.m. to noon at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, Kansas. There will be a spiritual message by Elder Sharon Ringler APS at 11 a.m. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas is in charge of the memorial service arrangements.

Ruth Mae (Waudby) Moyer

Norma Jean Buller, age 92, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on February 7, 1931, in Verden, Oklahoma, the daughter of Leslie and Irene Nightengale Unruh.

 In 1976 she moved to Malin, Oregon, and lived there until 2000 when they moved to Fountain, Colorado.&nbsp; In 2013 she moved to Scott City, Kansas. 

She was a loving homemaker, bookkeeper, and seamstress.&nbsp;

On September 17, 1950, she married John L. Buller in Montezuma, Kansas. He passed away on December 3, 2021, in Scott City, Kansas.

Survivors include two sons - Sheldon &amp; Kim Buller of Scott City, Kansas, Jay and Cheryl Buller of Malin, Oregon, daughter - Leslie and Stan Koehn of Scott City, Kansas, 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, and stepbrother.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas, with Pastor Don Williams presiding.&nbsp;

Memorials can be written to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.

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

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.

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<h2>Norma Jean Buller, Scott City</h2>February 7, 1931 - November 19, 2023Norma Jean Buller, age 92, passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at the Scott County Hospital in Scott City, Kansas. She was born on February 7, 1931, in Verden, Oklahoma, the daughter of Leslie and Irene Nightengale Unruh. In 1976 she moved to Malin, Oregon, and lived there until 2000 when they moved to Fountain, Colorado.&nbsp; In 2013 she moved to Scott City, Kansas. She was a loving homemaker, bookkeeper, and seamstress.&nbsp;On September 17, 1950, she married John L. Buller in Montezuma, Kansas. He passed away on December 3, 2021, in Scott City, Kansas.Survivors include two sons - Sheldon &amp; Kim Buller of Scott City, Kansas, Jay and Cheryl Buller of Malin, Oregon, daughter - Leslie and Stan Koehn of Scott City, Kansas, 12 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, and eight great-great-grandchildren.&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother, and stepbrother.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas, with Pastor Don Williams presiding.&nbsp;Memorials can be written to the Park Lane Nursing Home in care of Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, P.O. Box 553, Scott City, Kansas, 67871.Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Friday at Price &amp; Sons Funeral Home, 401 S. Washington St., Scott City, Kansas.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/b8504ae7-d4a1-4754-9cfd-44a8d60e9087" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Norma Jean Buller, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/b8504ae7-d4a1-4754-9cfd-44a8d60e9087" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Norma Jean Buller

Myrna May (Covert) Porsch was born January 8, 1932, in Wenatchee, WA, to Harry Langford and Mable Violet (Warren) Covert. Her family lived there until she was four, when they moved to Wilbur, WA. When she was in third grade, the family moved to Harrington, WA. 

She graduated from Harrington High School in 1951 and put herself through Kelsey Baird Business School in Spokane, WA.

After graduation, Myrna worked as an administrator for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Spokane, WA, where she met her future husband Norbert Anthony Porsch, a U.S.A. Marine sergeant who was serving as an instructor at Fairchild Airforce Base. 

They were married on Oct. 15, 1955, in Harrington, WA. Their honeymoon was the adventure of their drive to Kansas in their old pickup. They settled into their home on a small farm they purchased south of Selden, KS, Norb's hometown, where they raised their four children, Kathy, Ruth, Joan, and Michael.

Myrna worked as a nurse’s aide at Sheridan Country Hospital starting in September 1963 for 34 years, and as a housekeeper for a final year before her retirement in October 1998. She moved to Colby, KS in 1995, where she lived until August 2021 when she moved to Hoxie where she remained until her death on Nov. 19, 2023.

An active volunteer in Thomas County's Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) for many years, she also regularly participated in activities at the Senior Progress Center, leading exercises, playing cards, and working on puzzles, as well as helping serve the lunches. She enjoyed her gardens, hosting card parties with friends, and family gatherings at her Colby home. After her mobility became limited, she continued to keep up with family and friends via social media and frequent telephone calls. She avidly followed her grandchildren’s sports, and her “greats” were her special treasures.

She was preceded in death by her husband Norb, brother Jim Covert, sisters Patty Covert and Harriet (Covert) Hayden, brother-in-law Doc Porsch, brother- and sister-in-law Francis and Leone Porsch, and brothers-in-law Alfred (Dink) Dinkel and Stanley Shaw.

Survivors include her children, Kathy (Marc Epard), Ruth, Joan (Bill Jenkins), and Michael (Tami) Porsch; grandchildren Robby (Amanda Turner), Tristan (Taylore), Dayton, Marissa, and Chloe Porsch; great granddaughters Henley and Amelia Porsch and great-grandson Wyatt Porsch; sisters Eileen (Glen) Tanke and Helen (Roy) Nuxol; brother-in-law Donald Hayden; sisters-in-law Mary Anna (Porsch) Dinkel and Ramona (Porsch) Shaw; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The immediate family will celebrate her life privately. 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials directed to Sheridan County Benefit Walk sent in care of: Myrna Porsch Memorial, Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, 1024 Sheridan Avenue, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. 

For information or condolences visit: https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/.

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<h2>Myrna May (Covert) Porsch</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Myrna May (Covert) Porsch</figcaption>
 </figure>Myrna May (Covert) Porsch was born January 8, 1932, in Wenatchee, WA, to Harry Langford and Mable Violet (Warren) Covert. Her family lived there until she was four, when they moved to Wilbur, WA. When she was in third grade, the family moved to Harrington, WA. She graduated from Harrington High School in 1951 and put herself through Kelsey Baird Business School in Spokane, WA.After graduation, Myrna worked as an administrator for Southwestern Bell Telephone in Spokane, WA, where she met her future husband Norbert Anthony Porsch, a U.S.A. Marine sergeant who was serving as an instructor at Fairchild Airforce Base. They were married on Oct. 15, 1955, in Harrington, WA. Their honeymoon was the adventure of their drive to Kansas in their old pickup. They settled into their home on a small farm they purchased south of Selden, KS, Norb's hometown, where they raised their four children, Kathy, Ruth, Joan, and Michael.Myrna worked as a nurse’s aide at Sheridan Country Hospital starting in September 1963 for 34 years, and as a housekeeper for a final year before her retirement in October 1998. She moved to Colby, KS in 1995, where she lived until August 2021 when she moved to Hoxie where she remained until her death on Nov. 19, 2023.An active volunteer in Thomas County's Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) for many years, she also regularly participated in activities at the Senior Progress Center, leading exercises, playing cards, and working on puzzles, as well as helping serve the lunches. She enjoyed her gardens, hosting card parties with friends, and family gatherings at her Colby home. After her mobility became limited, she continued to keep up with family and friends via social media and frequent telephone calls. She avidly followed her grandchildren’s sports, and her “greats” were her special treasures.She was preceded in death by her husband Norb, brother Jim Covert, sisters Patty Covert and Harriet (Covert) Hayden, brother-in-law Doc Porsch, brother- and sister-in-law Francis and Leone Porsch, and brothers-in-law Alfred (Dink) Dinkel and Stanley Shaw.Survivors include her children, Kathy (Marc Epard), Ruth, Joan (Bill Jenkins), and Michael (Tami) Porsch; grandchildren Robby (Amanda Turner), Tristan (Taylore), Dayton, Marissa, and Chloe Porsch; great granddaughters Henley and Amelia Porsch and great-grandson Wyatt Porsch; sisters Eileen (Glen) Tanke and Helen (Roy) Nuxol; brother-in-law Donald Hayden; sisters-in-law Mary Anna (Porsch) Dinkel and Ramona (Porsch) Shaw; and numerous nieces and nephews.The immediate family will celebrate her life privately. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials directed to Sheridan County Benefit Walk sent in care of: Myrna Porsch Memorial, Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, 1024 Sheridan Avenue, P.O. Box 987, Hoxie, KS 67740. For information or condolences visit: https://www.mickeyleopoldfuneral.com/.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Myrna, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=29946746&amp;tag=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.2.1841863308.1682958493:GS1.1.1700581785.109.0.1700581789.56.0.0&amp;mtph=1">Tree Store.</a>

Myrna May (Covert) Porsch

June 25, 1941 - November 17, 2023, Burlington, CO and Goodland

Karen Sue (Williams) Weber, 82, a resident of Burlington, Colorado and Goodland, Kansas, passed away on November 17, 2023 in Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; Karen was born to Ralph Waldo and Catherine Elizabeth (Reding) Williams in Shawnee, Oklahoma on June 25, 1941 (the perfect birthday).&nbsp; 

Karen grew up in Shawnee with her older brother Robert (Bob) Eugene and graduated from Shawnee High school in 1959.&nbsp; She then attended East Central State College in Ada, Oklahoma where she obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees in 1963 and 1964.&nbsp; 

It was during this time that she met Ronald Leslie Weber, to whom she was married on June 28th, 1964.&nbsp; Karen and Ron raised two children, Susan Kayleen (Weber) Fields (Tom) and Dwight Scott Weber to be the successful adults they are.&nbsp; 

She was also an aunt to three nephews Steve, Doug, and Scott and four nieces Debra, Beth, Kati, and Dena.&nbsp; After Ron died in 1988, Karen continued raising Susan and Scott.&nbsp; She was honored to be a Granny to three grandsons, Ronald James, David William, and Peter Michael Fields.&nbsp; She was also an honorary Granny to Susan’s niece Alex and three nephews Calvin, Ethan, and Robby.&nbsp; She was always invited to Fields family gatherings and included in family portraits.&nbsp; She said that Tom’s mom, Jean, was like the sister she never had.

Karen was raised in the Disciples of Christ Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma.&nbsp; While in Shawnee, she was a member of the youth group and a Chi Ro Camp Counselor.&nbsp; Ultimately, she transferred her membership to the First Christian Church in Burlington – which is also a Disciples of Christ congregation.&nbsp; She served on the board for over 20 years and was the treasurer for part of that time.&nbsp; She remained a member there until her death.

As a young girl, Karen was active in Blue Birds, Camp Fire Girls, Horizon Club, and Camp leadership for these programs.&nbsp; She also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping with her family.

During her time at East Central State College, Karen received many honors, including a School Spirit Award while she was the president of the Pep Club.&nbsp; This award usually went to a cheer leader.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Calendar Court and a campus religious leader.

Karen was a lifelong member of the National Education association (NEA), beginning with its student branch during her sophomore year of high school.&nbsp; She was elected multiple times to represent the Colorado Education Association at the NEA conventions.&nbsp; She served on a Blue-Ribbon Committee at the state level and was a member of the Resolutions committee at both the state and national levels.

Karen began her teaching career at an elementary school in Jefferson County, Colorado in the fall of 1963.&nbsp; After teaching there for one year, she moved to Walsh, Colorado where Ron was already teaching.&nbsp; She taught junior high and high school math there.&nbsp; In 1967, they moved to Burlington, where Karen continued teaching junior high and high school math.&nbsp; She moved to the middle school where she taught 5th&nbsp;and 6th&nbsp;grade math, 6th&nbsp;grade math/science, middle school Chapter 1 math and English, and 7th&nbsp;and 8th&nbsp;grade computer science.&nbsp; While teaching full-time at Burlington Middle School, she also taught literature, English, math, and sociology for Morgan Community College, Regis Community College, and Denver University remote campuses in Burlington.

Karen was certified to teach almost anything in Colorado, including library science.&nbsp; She received a computer grant from Denver University which she used to help the students in Burlington.&nbsp; She brought robots to the classroom in their early days, starting with the LEGO/LOGO robots.&nbsp; Karen was also a member of the Colorado Council of Mathematics Teachers and the East Central UniServ.&nbsp; She retired from teaching in May of 1999 after a 36-year career.

While living in Burlington, she was a member and local president of the Quo Vadis Club.&nbsp; She and Ron were also active members of the Wagon Wheelers Square Dancing Club.

&nbsp; Karen was quite the entrepreneur with Ron.&nbsp; While in Burlington, they became pioneers in the self-storage business when they built “The Attic.”&nbsp; Several years later, they were approached and asked to build another Attic in Goodland.&nbsp; When asked where the name came from, she often replied that that was where everyone stored the stuff they wanted to keep, but didn’t need in their living space.&nbsp; Several years after that, they also built K&amp;R Wash, a four-bay Car Wash in Burlington.&nbsp; When asked how she got top billing on this name, she replied that RaK didn’t spell car.&nbsp; These businesses led to a membership in both the Burlington and Goodland Chambers of Commerce.

Throughout her years in Burlington and Goodland, Karen was very active, behind the scenes, in politics.&nbsp; Karen and Ron hosted caucuses at their home.&nbsp; She was a precinct committee lady in both Kit Carson and Sherman counties.&nbsp; In the 1990s, Karen was part of the planning and development committee for the Outback Playground in Burlington.

In 1982, Karen and Ron purchased Mid America Camp Inn in Goodland, Kansas and Karen continued teaching while working at the campground.&nbsp; For many years there was also an ice business associated with the campground.&nbsp; Karen continued to own and operate the campground until her death.&nbsp; As a leader in the tourism industry, Karen became the president of the Kansas Campground Owners Association Board.&nbsp; She also held national positions at various points in time.&nbsp; She was an active member in the Northwest Kansas Travel Council, playing a key role in the creation of the Land &amp; Sky Byway that runs through Goodland and Sherman County.&nbsp; This is the only byway in the state that focuses on agriculture.

Karen also enjoyed traveling, as a child with her parents to many parts of the U.S.; with her husband to Europe three times; with her husband and children throughout the U.S.; by herself in her travel trailer to multiple corners of the U.S.; with Susan and her family on several Bahamian and Caribbean cruises, and countless trips to visit family.

Karen enjoyed researching her genealogy, tracing several lines back to the Mayflower.&nbsp; She was able to compile these records in a database she designed and shared with her family.

Karen was a nationally recognized GeoCacher.&nbsp; She logged over 3,100 finds and had 14 hides to her name.&nbsp; She introduced many to the sport and received over 600 “Favorite” points.&nbsp; As a result of her many finds and Favorites received, she was allowed to place a rare virtual cache.

Karen was proceeded in death by her parents, husband, brother, and one nephew.

Karen is survived by her daughter, Susan Fields (Tom) of Creve Coeur, Missouri; grandsons Ronny of Madison, Wisconsin and David and Peter of Creve Coeur, Missouri; and son Scott Weber of Kremmling, Colorado.

Memorial contributions may be designated to The Kit Carson County Carousel in Burlington, Colorado; Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, Colorado; or The World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park, Missouri and may be left at the service or mailed to Koons Russell, 211 North Main Avenue, Goodland, Kansas 67735.

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<h2>Karen Sue Weber</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Karen Sue Weber</figcaption>
 </figure>June 25, 1941 - November 17, 2023, Burlington, CO and GoodlandKaren Sue (Williams) Weber, 82, a resident of Burlington, Colorado and Goodland, Kansas, passed away on November 17, 2023 in Lakewood, Colorado.&nbsp; Karen was born to Ralph Waldo and Catherine Elizabeth (Reding) Williams in Shawnee, Oklahoma on June 25, 1941 (the perfect birthday).&nbsp; Karen grew up in Shawnee with her older brother Robert (Bob) Eugene and graduated from Shawnee High school in 1959.&nbsp; She then attended East Central State College in Ada, Oklahoma where she obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees in 1963 and 1964.&nbsp; It was during this time that she met Ronald Leslie Weber, to whom she was married on June 28th, 1964.&nbsp; Karen and Ron raised two children, Susan Kayleen (Weber) Fields (Tom) and Dwight Scott Weber to be the successful adults they are.&nbsp; She was also an aunt to three nephews Steve, Doug, and Scott and four nieces Debra, Beth, Kati, and Dena.&nbsp; After Ron died in 1988, Karen continued raising Susan and Scott.&nbsp; She was honored to be a Granny to three grandsons, Ronald James, David William, and Peter Michael Fields.&nbsp; She was also an honorary Granny to Susan’s niece Alex and three nephews Calvin, Ethan, and Robby.&nbsp; She was always invited to Fields family gatherings and included in family portraits.&nbsp; She said that Tom’s mom, Jean, was like the sister she never had.Karen was raised in the Disciples of Christ Church in Shawnee, Oklahoma.&nbsp; While in Shawnee, she was a member of the youth group and a Chi Ro Camp Counselor.&nbsp; Ultimately, she transferred her membership to the First Christian Church in Burlington – which is also a Disciples of Christ congregation.&nbsp; She served on the board for over 20 years and was the treasurer for part of that time.&nbsp; She remained a member there until her death.As a young girl, Karen was active in Blue Birds, Camp Fire Girls, Horizon Club, and Camp leadership for these programs.&nbsp; She also enjoyed fishing, hunting, and camping with her family.During her time at East Central State College, Karen received many honors, including a School Spirit Award while she was the president of the Pep Club.&nbsp; This award usually went to a cheer leader.&nbsp; She was also a member of the Calendar Court and a campus religious leader.Karen was a lifelong member of the National Education association (NEA), beginning with its student branch during her sophomore year of high school.&nbsp; She was elected multiple times to represent the Colorado Education Association at the NEA conventions.&nbsp; She served on a Blue-Ribbon Committee at the state level and was a member of the Resolutions committee at both the state and national levels.Karen began her teaching career at an elementary school in Jefferson County, Colorado in the fall of 1963.&nbsp; After teaching there for one year, she moved to Walsh, Colorado where Ron was already teaching.&nbsp; She taught junior high and high school math there.&nbsp; In 1967, they moved to Burlington, where Karen continued teaching junior high and high school math.&nbsp; She moved to the middle school where she taught 5th&nbsp;and 6th&nbsp;grade math, 6th&nbsp;grade math/science, middle school Chapter 1 math and English, and 7th&nbsp;and 8th&nbsp;grade computer science.&nbsp; While teaching full-time at Burlington Middle School, she also taught literature, English, math, and sociology for Morgan Community College, Regis Community College, and Denver University remote campuses in Burlington.Karen was certified to teach almost anything in Colorado, including library science.&nbsp; She received a computer grant from Denver University which she used to help the students in Burlington.&nbsp; She brought robots to the classroom in their early days, starting with the LEGO/LOGO robots.&nbsp; Karen was also a member of the Colorado Council of Mathematics Teachers and the East Central UniServ.&nbsp; She retired from teaching in May of 1999 after a 36-year career.While living in Burlington, she was a member and local president of the Quo Vadis Club.&nbsp; She and Ron were also active members of the Wagon Wheelers Square Dancing Club.&nbsp; Karen was quite the entrepreneur with Ron.&nbsp; While in Burlington, they became pioneers in the self-storage business when they built “The Attic.”&nbsp; Several years later, they were approached and asked to build another Attic in Goodland.&nbsp; When asked where the name came from, she often replied that that was where everyone stored the stuff they wanted to keep, but didn’t need in their living space.&nbsp; Several years after that, they also built K&amp;R Wash, a four-bay Car Wash in Burlington.&nbsp; When asked how she got top billing on this name, she replied that RaK didn’t spell car.&nbsp; These businesses led to a membership in both the Burlington and Goodland Chambers of Commerce.Throughout her years in Burlington and Goodland, Karen was very active, behind the scenes, in politics.&nbsp; Karen and Ron hosted caucuses at their home.&nbsp; She was a precinct committee lady in both Kit Carson and Sherman counties.&nbsp; In the 1990s, Karen was part of the planning and development committee for the Outback Playground in Burlington.In 1982, Karen and Ron purchased Mid America Camp Inn in Goodland, Kansas and Karen continued teaching while working at the campground.&nbsp; For many years there was also an ice business associated with the campground.&nbsp; Karen continued to own and operate the campground until her death.&nbsp; As a leader in the tourism industry, Karen became the president of the Kansas Campground Owners Association Board.&nbsp; She also held national positions at various points in time.&nbsp; She was an active member in the Northwest Kansas Travel Council, playing a key role in the creation of the Land &amp; Sky Byway that runs through Goodland and Sherman County.&nbsp; This is the only byway in the state that focuses on agriculture.Karen also enjoyed traveling, as a child with her parents to many parts of the U.S.; with her husband to Europe three times; with her husband and children throughout the U.S.; by herself in her travel trailer to multiple corners of the U.S.; with Susan and her family on several Bahamian and Caribbean cruises, and countless trips to visit family.Karen enjoyed researching her genealogy, tracing several lines back to the Mayflower.&nbsp; She was able to compile these records in a database she designed and shared with her family.Karen was a nationally recognized GeoCacher.&nbsp; She logged over 3,100 finds and had 14 hides to her name.&nbsp; She introduced many to the sport and received over 600 “Favorite” points.&nbsp; As a result of her many finds and Favorites received, she was allowed to place a rare virtual cache.Karen was proceeded in death by her parents, husband, brother, and one nephew.Karen is survived by her daughter, Susan Fields (Tom) of Creve Coeur, Missouri; grandsons Ronny of Madison, Wisconsin and David and Peter of Creve Coeur, Missouri; and son Scott Weber of Kremmling, Colorado.Memorial contributions may be designated to The Kit Carson County Carousel in Burlington, Colorado; Colorado Railroad Museum in Golden, Colorado; or The World Bird Sanctuary in Valley Park, Missouri and may be left at the service or mailed to Koons Russell, 211 North Main Avenue, Goodland, Kansas 67735.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/c93b2440-4c9b-4daf-9e66-d3ccaecd2100" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of Karen Sue Weber, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/c93b2440-4c9b-4daf-9e66-d3ccaecd2100" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

Karen Sue Weber

LeAnna Kay Meeks, 83, of Sabetha, KS, died on November 17, 2023, of natural causes. She was born December 25, 1939, at the country doctor’s house near Hunter, Kansas, to Elsie Mae Sigle (Hayden) and Frank Henry “Toots” Sigle, Jr. 

After graduation from Sylvan Grove High School, she attended Stormont-Vail Nursing School in Topeka and became a registered nurse. In her middle years she went back to college in the evenings at the University of Nebraska and completed a bachelor of science in nursing. She served the world as a nurse for 45 years -- her career included every facet of nursing care including emergency, intensive care, geriatric, pediatric, psychiatric, administration and regulatory compliance.

LeAnna contributed her enthusiasm and intellect to her community. She was an avid photography hobbyist, helped document athletics and activities for many years, and helped as a 4-H mom. During her years in Sylvan Grove, it was not unusual to have visitors or phone calls at all hours seeking medical advice or minor treatments. In her later years, she donated her time as a consultant to the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. 

Her favorite recent pastime was making custom quilts for each of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She explored family genealogy and left behind a treasure-trove of family history, stories, and photographs.

The wives of her boys were "daughters of her heart" and added a special joy to her life. LeAnna and Jim especially enjoyed vacations with their grandkids. Trips in their RV and vacations with family and friends were fun and even the mishaps were entertaining. The time spent with the “grands” and their families at their schools and homes were treasured. She especially enjoyed creating Christmas plays with homemade costumes and scripts for the grandchildren to act out. She honored family traditions such as “The Daisy Chain,” which was the girl grandchildren of ancestor Daisy Mae Sigle, the Hayden/Parsons girl cousins’ gatherings, and the annual Sigle/Sperry picnic.

Camping and boating at Wilson Lake from early in their marriage to the later years with family and friends was also enjoyed despite rain, windstorms, and tornado scares. LeAnna and Jim in their retirement years enjoyed the church fellowship of the United Methodist Potawatomi Church near their home in Jackson County, Kansas.

LeAnna was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Wendell Wayne Sigle and Randall Eugene Sigle, and brothers-in-law Gene Jepsen, Rick Wolfe, and Charles Knott. 

She is survived by her husband, James Meeks, now of Sabetha, KS; sons Jamie Meeks (Betsy), Shawnee, KS, and Jerry Meeks (Christy), Sabetha, KS; grandchildren Lydia Williamson (Brock), CJ Meeks (Hannah), Emily Fischer (Joseph), Derek Meeks, and Kasey Meeks; great-grandchildren Bristol, Nora, and Tori Williamson; sisters Retha Carpenter (Paul), Linda Jepsen, and Karen Wolfe; sisters-in-law Lorna Knott and Leean McGraw (Dave); and beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

<h2>LeAnna Kay Meeks, Sabetha</h2><figure>
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 </figure>December 25, 1939 - November 17, 2023LeAnna Kay Meeks, 83, of Sabetha, KS, died on November 17, 2023, of natural causes. She was born December 25, 1939, at the country doctor’s house near Hunter, Kansas, to Elsie Mae Sigle (Hayden) and Frank Henry “Toots” Sigle, Jr. She married James Francis Meeks in 1962.After graduation from Sylvan Grove High School, she attended Stormont-Vail Nursing School in Topeka and became a registered nurse. In her middle years she went back to college in the evenings at the University of Nebraska and completed a bachelor of science in nursing. She served the world as a nurse for 45 years -- her career included every facet of nursing care including emergency, intensive care, geriatric, pediatric, psychiatric, administration and regulatory compliance.LeAnna contributed her enthusiasm and intellect to her community. She was an avid photography hobbyist, helped document athletics and activities for many years, and helped as a 4-H mom. During her years in Sylvan Grove, it was not unusual to have visitors or phone calls at all hours seeking medical advice or minor treatments. In her later years, she donated her time as a consultant to the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Her favorite recent pastime was making custom quilts for each of her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She explored family genealogy and left behind a treasure-trove of family history, stories, and photographs.The wives of her boys were "daughters of her heart" and added a special joy to her life. LeAnna and Jim especially enjoyed vacations with their grandkids. Trips in their RV and vacations with family and friends were fun and even the mishaps were entertaining. The time spent with the “grands” and their families at their schools and homes were treasured. She especially enjoyed creating Christmas plays with homemade costumes and scripts for the grandchildren to act out. She honored family traditions such as “The Daisy Chain,” which was the girl grandchildren of ancestor Daisy Mae Sigle, the Hayden/Parsons girl cousins’ gatherings, and the annual Sigle/Sperry picnic.Camping and boating at Wilson Lake from early in their marriage to the later years with family and friends was also enjoyed despite rain, windstorms, and tornado scares. LeAnna and Jim in their retirement years enjoyed the church fellowship of the United Methodist Potawatomi Church near their home in Jackson County, Kansas.LeAnna was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Wendell Wayne Sigle and Randall Eugene Sigle, and brothers-in-law Gene Jepsen, Rick Wolfe, and Charles Knott. She is survived by her husband, James Meeks, now of Sabetha, KS; sons Jamie Meeks (Betsy), Shawnee, KS, and Jerry Meeks (Christy), Sabetha, KS; grandchildren Lydia Williamson (Brock), CJ Meeks (Hannah), Emily Fischer (Joseph), Derek Meeks, and Kasey Meeks; great-grandchildren Bristol, Nora, and Tori Williamson; sisters Retha Carpenter (Paul), Linda Jepsen, and Karen Wolfe; sisters-in-law Lorna Knott and Leean McGraw (Dave); and beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.<figure>
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LeAnna Kay Meeks

Chico Lucero, 54, of Oakley, died November 10, 2023, at the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, Kansas. He was born April 3, 1969 in Denver, Colorado to William and Lois (Nelson) Lucero. Chico grew up in Larkspur, Colorado, living there for most of his life until moving to Kansas in 2004 with his family.

Chico spent most of his time doing what he loved, which was working on cars, tractors, semis, anything you could fix he’d try. You could see him peddling on his bicycle around the town or spending time with his animals. If he wasn’t working he enjoyed watching any movie he could get his hands on. He enjoyed spending time with his best friend Chuck, whom he worked with.

He is survived by his children, son Anthony of Grainfield, Kansas; daughter Jessica of Grainfield, Kansas, and daughter Leilani of Colorado; three grandchildren, Connor and Claire James and Zayden Burdett; brother Joaquin Lucero; sisters, Beth, Heidi (Kevin), and Missy (Rob); and his parents, William and Lois (Nelson) Lucero. 

Memorials are suggested to Chico Lucero Memorial sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<h2>Chico Travis Lucero, Oakley</h2><figure>
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 </figure>April 3, 1969 - November 10, 2023Chico Lucero, 54, of Oakley, died November 10, 2023, at the Logan County Hospital, in Oakley, Kansas. He was born April 3, 1969 in Denver, Colorado to William and Lois (Nelson) Lucero. Chico grew up in Larkspur, Colorado, living there for most of his life until moving to Kansas in 2004 with his family.Chico spent most of his time doing what he loved, which was working on cars, tractors, semis, anything you could fix he’d try. You could see him peddling on his bicycle around the town or spending time with his animals. If he wasn’t working he enjoyed watching any movie he could get his hands on. He enjoyed spending time with his best friend Chuck, whom he worked with.He is survived by his children, son Anthony of Grainfield, Kansas; daughter Jessica of Grainfield, Kansas, and daughter Leilani of Colorado; three grandchildren, Connor and Claire James and Zayden Burdett; brother Joaquin Lucero; sisters, Beth, Heidi (Kevin), and Missy (Rob); and his parents, William and Lois (Nelson) Lucero. Cremation was chosen. Memorials are suggested to Chico Lucero Memorial sent in care of Baalmann Mortuary, P.O. Box 391, Colby, KS 67701. For information or condolences visit baalmannmortuary.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chico Travis Lucero

Obituary and celebration of life service pending.

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<h2>Maxine L. Bates</h2><figure>
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 </figure>August 3, 1930 - November 17, 2023Obituary and celebration of life service pending.To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Maxine, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://tree.tributestore.com/?oId=29948553&amp;tag=&amp;tn=FreeTreeTestFC&amp;otv=&amp;source=tco_description&amp;_cdx=GA1.1.1115152002.1681661103:GS1.1.1700574657.150.1.1700574888.60.0.0&amp;mtph=1">Tree Store.</a>

Maxine L. Bates

Anita Louise Bassler, of Dorrance, Kansas passed away on November 17, 2023, at the&nbsp;Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, KS. She was 79 years old. Anita was born on May 9,&nbsp;1944, to Ernest Frank and Louise Bernadine (Bode) Pasek in Russell, Kansas, she was the oldest of eleven children.

Anita grew up in Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1962. Later, she attended The American Business College in Wichita Kansas. 

Shortly after she met Richard “Rick” Bassler who Anita claims “was as cute as the guy in my dreams.” They married in 1963 and began their lives together in Wichita before moving to Salina.

 In 1971 the two relocated back to Dorrance where they purchased the old city café and opened the very popular Why-Not Tavern. They owned this for years then sold to new owners. Anita then began her career working in a lawfirm as a secretary and para-legal trainee. She worked for Michael Holland’s law firm in Russell Kansas where she continued for many years until retirement. Anita was an active member of The American Legion Auxiliary in Dorrance.

Anita is survived by her sons, Richard (LaVonna) Bassler of Topeka, KS and Randy Bassler (Cindy Cain) of Alta Vista, KS; sibilings Joan (Tom) Weinhold, Sheri (Randy) Sloan, Kenneth “Pete” (Gloria) Pasek, Larry (Kelly) Pasek, Mitchell Pasek and Connie (Richard) Urban; grandchildren, Jason Bassler, Amanda Hunninghake, Kayla Carboni , Kelsi Bassler, Sheyenne Stewart, Viktor Robinson, Coltin Robinson, Brad Pretzer, Kody Pretzer; and great-grandchildren, Connor Webber, Logan Hunninghake, Brody Hunninghake, Addilyn Fiehler, Bentley Hardten, Slade Perin, Jaxson Stewart, Rilynn Stewart, Amy Pretzer, Adrian Pretzer, Austin Pretzer, Bella Robinson, Ryelee Robinson and Newt Robinson.

She was preceded in death by her husband Rick, daughter, Kristin “Kris” Hoien; siblings, Ernie Pasek,&nbsp;Sandy Karst, Steve Pasek and Theresa Niehoff.

Visitation will be on Monday, November 27, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.PM with rosary service at 6:30 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Wilson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Dorrance American Legion Post #334. Flower donations and may be sent to&nbsp;Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24 th Street, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

<h2>Anita Louise Bassler, Dorrance</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Anita Louise Bassler</figcaption>
 </figure>May 9, 1944 - November 17, 2023Anita Louise Bassler, of Dorrance, Kansas passed away on November 17, 2023, at the&nbsp;Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, KS. She was 79 years old. Anita was born on May 9,&nbsp;1944, to Ernest Frank and Louise Bernadine (Bode) Pasek in Russell, Kansas, she was the oldest of eleven children.Anita grew up in Dorrance and graduated from Dorrance High School in 1962. Later, she attended The American Business College in Wichita Kansas. Shortly after she met Richard “Rick” Bassler who Anita claims “was as cute as the guy in my dreams.” They married in 1963 and began their lives together in Wichita before moving to Salina. In 1971 the two relocated back to Dorrance where they purchased the old city café and opened the very popular Why-Not Tavern. They owned this for years then sold to new owners. Anita then began her career working in a lawfirm as a secretary and para-legal trainee. She worked for Michael Holland’s law firm in Russell Kansas where she continued for many years until retirement. Anita was an active member of The American Legion Auxiliary in Dorrance.Anita is survived by her sons, Richard (LaVonna) Bassler of Topeka, KS and Randy Bassler (Cindy Cain) of Alta Vista, KS; sibilings Joan (Tom) Weinhold, Sheri (Randy) Sloan, Kenneth “Pete” (Gloria) Pasek, Larry (Kelly) Pasek, Mitchell Pasek and Connie (Richard) Urban; grandchildren, Jason Bassler, Amanda Hunninghake, Kayla Carboni , Kelsi Bassler, Sheyenne Stewart, Viktor Robinson, Coltin Robinson, Brad Pretzer, Kody Pretzer; and great-grandchildren, Connor Webber, Logan Hunninghake, Brody Hunninghake, Addilyn Fiehler, Bentley Hardten, Slade Perin, Jaxson Stewart, Rilynn Stewart, Amy Pretzer, Adrian Pretzer, Austin Pretzer, Bella Robinson, Ryelee Robinson and Newt Robinson.She was preceded in death by her husband Rick, daughter, Kristin “Kris” Hoien; siblings, Ernie Pasek,&nbsp;Sandy Karst, Steve Pasek and Theresa Niehoff.Visitation will be on Monday, November 27, 2023 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.PM with rosary service at 6:30 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home in Wilson. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2023, at 10:30 a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Dorrance. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.Memorials are suggested to Dorrance American Legion Post #334. Flower donations and may be sent to&nbsp;Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 610 24 th Street, PO Box 533, Wilson, KS 67490.

Anita Louise Bassler

Allen 'Dennis' VonLintel, age 84, of Victoria, Kansas passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Via Christi Village Care Center, Hays, Kansas.

He was born January 7, 1939, on the family farm south of Victoria, to Robert J. and Amelia (Wasinger) VonLintel. 

He married Kathryn “Kay” (Gross) on October 20,1962, at Munjor, Kansas. She preceded him in death on April 29, 2020.

Dennis was a farmer and cattleman in the Vincent community and a member of the Saint Boniface Catholic Church. He was a 1956 graduate of Victoria High School and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and polka dances.

Survivors include his children, Chris VonLintel and wife, Phyllis, Victoria, KS; Darin VonLintel and wife, Jennifer, Victoria, KS; Loren VonLintel and wife, Trisha, Victoria, KS; Sue Hobbs, and husband, Terry, Victoria, KS; his brothers, Robert VonLintel and wife, Gloria, Victoria, KS; Regis VonLintel and wife, Wilma, Victoria, KS; Roger VonLintel and wife, Sylvia, Erie, CO; his sister, Judy Murphy and husband, John, Gorham, KS; his grandchildren, Curtis VonLintel (Brandi); Cody VonLintel (Chelsea);&nbsp;Zach VonLintel (Sarah); Hanna Taylor (Lucas); Kelsey Rollmann (Cody); Amanda Ingham (Jacob); Tanner Hobbs and Thea Ferland; Bailey Hobbs; Autumn VonLintel; and his 16 great-grandchildren.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Amelia; his wife, Kay; and his brother, Gary.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2023, at The Basilic of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with celebrant Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. The burial will be in Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas with military honors by the Victoria V.F. W. Post No. 1751.

Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggest memorials made payable to: St. Boniface Catholic Church or Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main, Victoria, Kansas 67671. 

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

<h2>Allen 'Dennis' VonLintel, Victoria</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 7, 1939 - November 19, 2023Allen 'Dennis' VonLintel, age 84, of Victoria, Kansas passed away on Sunday, November 19, 2023, at Via Christi Village Care Center, Hays, Kansas.He was born January 7, 1939, on the family farm south of Victoria, to Robert J. and Amelia (Wasinger) VonLintel. He married Kathryn “Kay” (Gross) on October 20,1962, at Munjor, Kansas. She preceded him in death on April 29, 2020.Dennis was a farmer and cattleman in the Vincent community and a member of the Saint Boniface Catholic Church. He was a 1956 graduate of Victoria High School and served in the U.S. Army Reserves. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and polka dances.Survivors include his children, Chris VonLintel and wife, Phyllis, Victoria, KS; Darin VonLintel and wife, Jennifer, Victoria, KS; Loren VonLintel and wife, Trisha, Victoria, KS; Sue Hobbs, and husband, Terry, Victoria, KS; his brothers, Robert VonLintel and wife, Gloria, Victoria, KS; Regis VonLintel and wife, Wilma, Victoria, KS; Roger VonLintel and wife, Sylvia, Erie, CO; his sister, Judy Murphy and husband, John, Gorham, KS; his grandchildren, Curtis VonLintel (Brandi); Cody VonLintel (Chelsea);&nbsp;Zach VonLintel (Sarah); Hanna Taylor (Lucas); Kelsey Rollmann (Cody); Amanda Ingham (Jacob); Tanner Hobbs and Thea Ferland; Bailey Hobbs; Autumn VonLintel; and his 16 great-grandchildren.Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Amelia; his wife, Kay; and his brother, Gary.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2023, at The Basilic of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with celebrant Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. The burial will be in Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas with military honors by the Victoria V.F. W. Post No. 1751.Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Friday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. Saturday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggest memorials made payable to: St. Boniface Catholic Church or Hospice of Hays Medical Center in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main, Victoria, Kansas 67671. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

Allen 'Dennis' VonLintel 

Rosalie Everette Land, stillborn infant daughter of Cody and Josephine (Otter) Land, Prairie View, KS passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS.

Survivors include her parents, Cody and Josephine; brother Emerson; grandparents Theola and Jeff Otter of Norton, Larry and Sheri Land of Almena, and Christina Land of Topeka; great-grandparents David and Sherri Thordarson of Bloomfield, IA, Carol Otter of Norton, Vivian Land of Culbertson, NE, and Joan Krantz of Topeka; uncles Nate Volentir, Jefferson Otter, Jamison Otter, and Jonathan Otter; and aunts Maddie Gregor, Jillian Otter, and August Otter; along with many great-uncles and aunts.

She was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers Leland Dean Land and Gilbert Otter.

A funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 27, 2023 in the Luctor Christian Reformed Church with Pastor Shawn Richardson officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Luctor Cemetery.

Friends may sign the register book from noon until 9:00 p.m. Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg. &nbsp;The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rosalie E. Land Memorial Fund.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;

<h2>Rosalie Everette Land, Prairie View</h2>November 17, 2023 - November 17, 2023Rosalie Everette Land, stillborn infant daughter of Cody and Josephine (Otter) Land, Prairie View, KS passed away Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, KS.Survivors include her parents, Cody and Josephine; brother Emerson; grandparents Theola and Jeff Otter of Norton, Larry and Sheri Land of Almena, and Christina Land of Topeka; great-grandparents David and Sherri Thordarson of Bloomfield, IA, Carol Otter of Norton, Vivian Land of Culbertson, NE, and Joan Krantz of Topeka; uncles Nate Volentir, Jefferson Otter, Jamison Otter, and Jonathan Otter; and aunts Maddie Gregor, Jillian Otter, and August Otter; along with many great-uncles and aunts.She was preceded in death by her great-grandfathers Leland Dean Land and Gilbert Otter.A funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 27, 2023 in the Luctor Christian Reformed Church with Pastor Shawn Richardson officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in the Luctor Cemetery.Friends may sign the register book from noon until 9:00 p.m. Sunday at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg. &nbsp;The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the Rosalie E. Land Memorial Fund.Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of arrangements. &nbsp;

Rosalie Everette Land

Richard L. Young, 88, of Oden, Arkansas, passed away November 18, 2023, at home with family by his side. Richard was born August 31, 1935, Ellis, KS, to the late Lester and Rena (Reed) Young. 

He is preceded in death by both his parents, daughter Paula Young, brothers Ronnie, Lester and Gordon Young, sister Naomi and Karen Young.

Richard is survived by his wife Nelita Young, sons Richard Young Jr (Teresa), Johnny Young and Byron Dejarlo, daughter Mae Lin Goon (Derek), grandchildren Edmond Young, Estella and Emilia Goon and Kira And Juni Dejarlo, brothers Roger and Doug Young, sisters Cindy Balmer, Roma Young, Kay Turill, nieces, nephews and a host of other friends.

Arrangements are under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

<h2>Richard L. Young, Oden, AR</h2><figure>
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 </figure>August 31, 1935 - November 18, 2023Richard L. Young, 88, of Oden, Arkansas, passed away November 18, 2023, at home with family by his side. Richard was born August 31, 1935, Ellis, KS, to the late Lester and Rena (Reed) Young. He is preceded in death by both his parents, daughter Paula Young, brothers Ronnie, Lester and Gordon Young, sister Naomi and Karen Young.Richard is survived by his wife Nelita Young, sons Richard Young Jr (Teresa), Johnny Young and Byron Dejarlo, daughter Mae Lin Goon (Derek), grandchildren Edmond Young, Estella and Emilia Goon and Kira And Juni Dejarlo, brothers Roger and Doug Young, sisters Cindy Balmer, Roma Young, Kay Turill, nieces, nephews and a host of other friends.Arrangements are under the direction of Thornton Funeral Home in Mount Ida. Guest register at www.thorntonfh.com.

Richard L. Young

Sue Dulaney, a beloved resident of Phillipsburg, passed away on November 10, 2023, at Logan Manor Nursing Home in Logan, Kansas. She was 85 years old.

Sue was born on December 19, 1937, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, as the only daughter of Guy and Carolyn (Unland) Innes. 

She married H. Lee Dulaney, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1996.

Sue had an illustrious career and worked as an airline stewardess for Central Airlines, an Airline Reservationist for American Airlines, and a Real Estate Agent in Texas for 23 years. She had a deep passion for travel and was a 50-year member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star Pleiades Chapter 168 and the First Christian Church. &nbsp;She also served on the Westview Housing Authority Board of Directors for the past many years.

Sue is survived by her son Lance Dulaney, grandson Hunter Lee Dulaney, five stepgrandchildren, Chellsie, Amber, Cody, Misty, and Jerimy, along with numerous stepgreat-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Douglas, Von, and Rodney Innes. 

Preceding her in death were her parents, husband H. Lee, brother Ronald Duane Innes, stepdaughters Laurie Lee Kelly, and Mickie Lynn Calisto.

Sue's family has planned for cremation. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 1, 2023 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.

<h2>Sue Dulaney, Phillipsburg</h2><figure>
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 </figure>December 19, 1937 - November 10, 2023Sue Dulaney, a beloved resident of Phillipsburg, passed away on November 10, 2023, at Logan Manor Nursing Home in Logan, Kansas. She was 85 years old.Sue was born on December 19, 1937, in Phillipsburg, Kansas, as the only daughter of Guy and Carolyn (Unland) Innes. She married H. Lee Dulaney, who preceded her in death on January 21, 1996.Sue had an illustrious career and worked as an airline stewardess for Central Airlines, an Airline Reservationist for American Airlines, and a Real Estate Agent in Texas for 23 years. She had a deep passion for travel and was a 50-year member and past matron of the Order of Eastern Star Pleiades Chapter 168 and the First Christian Church. &nbsp;She also served on the Westview Housing Authority Board of Directors for the past many years.Sue is survived by her son Lance Dulaney, grandson Hunter Lee Dulaney, five stepgrandchildren, Chellsie, Amber, Cody, Misty, and Jerimy, along with numerous stepgreat-grandchildren. She is also survived by her brothers Douglas, Von, and Rodney Innes. Preceding her in death were her parents, husband H. Lee, brother Ronald Duane Innes, stepdaughters Laurie Lee Kelly, and Mickie Lynn Calisto.Sue's family has planned for cremation. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 1, 2023 in the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with Pastor LeRoy Herder officiating. &nbsp;Inurnment will follow in the Fairview Cemetery, Phillipsburg.

Sue Dulaney

LaVern A. 'Ace' Leiker, formerly of Great Bend

LaVern A. “Ace” Leiker, 87, formerly of Great Bend, Kansas, died Friday, November 17, 2023 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

He was born January 11, 1936 in Hays, the son of Leo A. and Angela (Klaus) Leiker. In 1954, he graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy, and on August 6, 1965 he was united in marriage to Junalie Ann Archer in Hill City, and they celebrated 42 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on September 20, 2007. 

For over 30 years, LaVern worked in oilfields for Koch Industry, retiring as a foreman. 

He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish in Great Bend and the Great Bend Knights of Columbus Council #862. He enjoyed going to car races with Junalie, fishing, and being at the lake as much as possible. He was a University of Kansas basketball and Kansas City Chiefs fan. LaVern lived simply, was a man of faith, and loved his family.

Survivors include his daughter Karla Cordes of Lawrence, two brothers, Reinhold “Ronnie” Leiker and wife Diana and Art Leiker and wife Marilyn, both of Hays, a sister, Erma Dinges of Hays, four grandchildren, Josha Cates and husband Chris, and Shannon, Easton, and Kaidon Cordes, a great-granddaughter, Jackie Cates, a great-grandson, C.J. Cates who will be born soon, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Junalie, three brothers, Herbert, Erwin “Erv”, and Kenneth Leiker, a sister, Norine Leiker, and an infant son, Ricky Leiker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church in Hays, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery in Munjor. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. A combined vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. 

Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish or to Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living in Lawrence. 

Condolences and memories of LaVern may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

<h2>LaVern A. 'Ace' Leiker, formerly of Great Bend</h2><figure>
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 </figure>January 11, 1936 - November 17, 2023LaVern A. “Ace” Leiker, 87, formerly of Great Bend, Kansas, died Friday, November 17, 2023 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.He was born January 11, 1936 in Hays, the son of Leo A. and Angela (Klaus) Leiker. In 1954, he graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy, and on August 6, 1965 he was united in marriage to Junalie Ann Archer in Hill City, and they celebrated 42 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on September 20, 2007. For over 30 years, LaVern worked in oilfields for Koch Industry, retiring as a foreman. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish in Great Bend and the Great Bend Knights of Columbus Council #862. He enjoyed going to car races with Junalie, fishing, and being at the lake as much as possible. He was a University of Kansas basketball and Kansas City Chiefs fan. LaVern lived simply, was a man of faith, and loved his family.Survivors include his daughter Karla Cordes of Lawrence, two brothers, Reinhold “Ronnie” Leiker and wife Diana and Art Leiker and wife Marilyn, both of Hays, a sister, Erma Dinges of Hays, four grandchildren, Josha Cates and husband Chris, and Shannon, Easton, and Kaidon Cordes, a great-granddaughter, Jackie Cates, a great-grandson, C.J. Cates who will be born soon, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Junalie, three brothers, Herbert, Erwin “Erv”, and Kenneth Leiker, a sister, Norine Leiker, and an infant son, Ricky Leiker.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church in Hays, with Fr. Damian Richards officiating. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery in Munjor. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 on Tuesday and from 9:00 a.m. until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. A combined vigil service and rosary will be at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Prince of Peace Parish or to Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living in Lawrence. Condolences and memories of LaVern may be left for his family at www.haysmemorial.com.

LaVern A. 'Ace' Leiker

GOODLAND — A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available. &nbsp;Services will be held at a later date.

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<h2>James Wiley Allaman</h2><figure>
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 </figure>November 27, 1938 - November 18, 2023GOODLAND — A full obituary will be posted once it becomes available. &nbsp;Services will be held at a later date.To order&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/o/v2/trees/c743cbe8-dd6a-47f9-8e24-719cc117408e" target="_blank">memorial trees</a>&nbsp;or send flowers to the family in memory of James Wiley Allaman, please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://manage2.tukioswebsites.com/orders/v2/flowers/c743cbe8-dd6a-47f9-8e24-719cc117408e" target="_blank">flower store</a>.

James Wiley Allaman

Donna Loree Smolik, 83, passed away November 17, 2023, at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend campus. She was born February 19, 1940, in Great Bend to Dan Ochs, Sr. and Violet (Shetler) Ochs. 

She married Richard Smolik September 12, 1959, in Timken, Kan.&nbsp;

Being raised on a farm north of Otis and a lifetime Rush County resident, Donna worked as a cook and dietary manager for Rush County Nursing Home (Locust Grove), LaCrosse, for 34 years. &nbsp;Developing a good work ethic at an early age, she worked at her mother, Violet's, restaurant, The Nifty Nine, and also the Tastee Freeze, all of La Crosse. She was also known to be an exceptional farm hand and an excellent cook, passing on her love of cooking to her daughter and grandchildren. 

When her children were in school, Donna attended all of their activities whenever she could and loved to watch KU basketball.&nbsp;

Donna was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Timken and attended Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend. Donna will be missed for her servant’s heart and always being ready to lend a hand where needed.

Survivors include, her husband Richard of the home; two sons, Ken Smolik and wife Kris of Great Bend and Gerald Smolik of Timken; a daughter, Mary Bieker and husband Darrell of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Scott Smolik and wife Cassie, Michael Smolik and wife Kendyll, Michala Bieker and Emma Bieker; three great-grandchildren, Olivia Smolik, Connor Smolik and Levi Smolik; and four stepgreat-grandchildren, Kadyn Schmidt, Carsyn Berggren, Brock Berggren and McKoy Berggren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Dan Ochs, Jr.; and three sisters, Leona Hanhardt, Wanda Jacobs and Norma Foos.

<h2>Donna Loree Smolik</h2><figure>
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 <figcaption>Donna Loree Smolik</figcaption>
 </figure>February 19, 1940 - November 17, 2023Donna Loree Smolik, 83, passed away November 17, 2023, at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend campus. She was born February 19, 1940, in Great Bend to Dan Ochs, Sr. and Violet (Shetler) Ochs. She married Richard Smolik September 12, 1959, in Timken, Kan.&nbsp;Being raised on a farm north of Otis and a lifetime Rush County resident, Donna worked as a cook and dietary manager for Rush County Nursing Home (Locust Grove), LaCrosse, for 34 years. &nbsp;Developing a good work ethic at an early age, she worked at her mother, Violet's, restaurant, The Nifty Nine, and also the Tastee Freeze, all of La Crosse. She was also known to be an exceptional farm hand and an excellent cook, passing on her love of cooking to her daughter and grandchildren. When her children were in school, Donna attended all of their activities whenever she could and loved to watch KU basketball.&nbsp;Donna was a member of Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Timken and attended Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend. Donna will be missed for her servant’s heart and always being ready to lend a hand where needed.Survivors include, her husband Richard of the home; two sons, Ken Smolik and wife Kris of Great Bend and Gerald Smolik of Timken; a daughter, Mary Bieker and husband Darrell of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Scott Smolik and wife Cassie, Michael Smolik and wife Kendyll, Michala Bieker and Emma Bieker; three great-grandchildren, Olivia Smolik, Connor Smolik and Levi Smolik; and four stepgreat-grandchildren, Kadyn Schmidt, Carsyn Berggren, Brock Berggren and McKoy Berggren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Dan Ochs, Jr.; and three sisters, Leona Hanhardt, Wanda Jacobs and Norma Foos.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 21, 2023, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m., the family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in the Bohemian Cemetery, Timken. Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of&nbsp;Donna Loree Smolik, please&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.bryantfh.net/obituary/donna-smolik/flowers?campaign=obituaryThemed-flowers-textLink-obitText">click here to visit our Sympathy Store</a>.

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