Randy Luke, 67, Retired Wholesale Electrical Supply Salesman, died Saturday, January 1, 2022, at his home in Wichita, KS after a 2 ½ year battle with Leukemia. Randy was raised in Solomon, KS, the eldest of three children born to Jean (Kelly) and Paul Luke. Randy was an avid sports fan and participant. He enjoyed participating in football, basketball, baseball, track, swimming, hunting, and fishing throughout his life. Randy graduated from Solomon High School and attended Sterling College before beginning his 41-year career at Kriz-Davis Company based out of Grand Island, NE. Randy was transferred from Salina, KS to Wichita, KS in 1977 and it was there that he met and married Karen (Novotny) in 1987. There were no children born to the couple but they were blessed to be part of the lives of their nieces, nephews, godsons, and a total of 6 four-legged Beagle children over the years. If you couldn’t find the kids at an event all you had to do was find Randy! He was a big teddy bear of a man &amp; loved with all his heart. After retiring in 2015, Randy and his wife enjoyed camping and fishing as often as they could. Randy was a wonderful son, brother, husband, uncle, cousin, and friend…he truly was loved by everyone who knew him. Randy was friendly, fun-loving, and a man of his word. He was fiercely loyal to his family and friends and held in high esteem by those he did business with. Randy will be greatly missed by all. Randy is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Jean Luke; sisters, Sandy Johnson, and Sharon Johnson, and survived by his wife, Karen Luke of Wichita; nieces, Erin (Travis) Parret of Blue Springs, MO, Kelli (Drew) Pettijohn of Wamego, KS, Tara (Shaun) Dawson of Wichita; nephews, Kirk (Abbie) Johnson of Overland Park, KS, Brady (Jenny) Johnson of Kansas City, MO, Ryan Novotny of Wichita; mother-in-law, Barbara Novotny of Wichita; brothers-in-law, Mark (Susan) Johnson of Salina, KS, Frank Johnson of Solomon, KS, Robert Novotny, Jr. of Haysville, KS; sisters-in-law, Sandra Novotny of Wichita, Paula (Carl) Shoemate of Lee’s Summit, MO; great-nephews, Luke Johnson, Myles Johnson, Owen Dawson, Levi Dawson; great-nieces, Kailyn Pettijohn, Landrie Pettijohn; Godsons, Anton and Christian Shoemate of Utah; Aunt, Marilyn (John) Hoisington; Uncle, Merlin Moorman; and many cousins. Memorials have been established with: Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219; and Immaculate Conception Church, 3599 Field Rd., Solomon, KS 67480. Services are at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, KS. Live streaming of the service will be available through Carlson’s Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home FaceBook page.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Randy Luke, 67, Retired Wholesale Electrical Supply Salesman, died Saturday, January 1, 2022, at his home in Wichita, KS after a 2 ½ year battle with Leukemia. Randy was raised in Solomon, KS, the eldest of three children born to Jean (Kelly) and Paul Luke. Randy was an avid sports fan and participant. He enjoyed participating in football, basketball, baseball, track, swimming, hunting, and fishing throughout his life. Randy graduated from Solomon High School and attended Sterling College before beginning his 41-year career at Kriz-Davis Company based out of Grand Island, NE. Randy was transferred from Salina, KS to Wichita, KS in 1977 and it was there that he met and married Karen (Novotny) in 1987. There were no children born to the couple but they were blessed to be part of the lives of their nieces, nephews, godsons, and a total of 6 four-legged Beagle children over the years. If you couldn’t find the kids at an event all you had to do was find Randy! He was a big teddy bear of a man &amp; loved with all his heart. After retiring in 2015, Randy and his wife enjoyed camping and fishing as often as they could. Randy was a wonderful son, brother, husband, uncle, cousin, and friend…he truly was loved by everyone who knew him. Randy was friendly, fun-loving, and a man of his word. He was fiercely loyal to his family and friends and held in high esteem by those he did business with. Randy will be greatly missed by all. Randy is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Jean Luke; sisters, Sandy Johnson, and Sharon Johnson, and survived by his wife, Karen Luke of Wichita; nieces, Erin (Travis) Parret of Blue Springs, MO, Kelli (Drew) Pettijohn of Wamego, KS, Tara (Shaun) Dawson of Wichita; nephews, Kirk (Abbie) Johnson of Overland Park, KS, Brady (Jenny) Johnson of Kansas City, MO, Ryan Novotny of Wichita; mother-in-law, Barbara Novotny of Wichita; brothers-in-law, Mark (Susan) Johnson of Salina, KS, Frank Johnson of Solomon, KS, Robert Novotny, Jr. of Haysville, KS; sisters-in-law, Sandra Novotny of Wichita, Paula (Carl) Shoemate of Lee’s Summit, MO; great-nephews, Luke Johnson, Myles Johnson, Owen Dawson, Levi Dawson; great-nieces, Kailyn Pettijohn, Landrie Pettijohn; Godsons, Anton and Christian Shoemate of Utah; Aunt, Marilyn (John) Hoisington; Uncle, Merlin Moorman; and many cousins. Memorials have been established with: Kansas Humane Society, 3313 N. Hillside, Wichita, KS 67219; and Immaculate Conception Church, 3599 Field Rd., Solomon, KS 67480. Services are at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Church in Solomon, KS. Live streaming of the service will be available through Carlson’s Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home FaceBook page.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Randy Luke

Darwin "Buck" Knox, age 86, passed away January 5, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born August 16, 1935, at a farm just east of Parallel, Kansas.&nbsp; At age five the family moved to Clifton.&nbsp; He earned the nickname Buck at a young age after shooting a buck rabbit.&nbsp; Buck graduated from Clifton Rural High School in 1953 and married Verna Mae Taylor on August 25, 1956.&nbsp; They had four children.

He owned and operated sand gravel pits in Salina and Clifton, KS.&nbsp; Prior to owning his own business, he pumped sand for the Eufaula Dam in Oklahoma, Livingston Dam, Texas, and Glen Elder Dam in Kansas.

He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; Buck had a big heart. He was always there to help any and all who might be in need of assistance.&nbsp; All that he did, he did from the bottom of his heart.&nbsp; Upon helping anyone, he was often asked, “What do I owe you?”, his reply was always, “You owe me nothing, just pass it on.”

He was preceded in death by his parents Carlos and Rose (Bowmaker) Knox, siblings, Georgia Barnes, Imateen Brown, Bruce Knox, and Rama Sorell. He is survived by his wife, Verna Mae Knox of Clifton, KS, siblings, Shirley Marshall of Clyde, KS, Ronald Knox and wife June of Edmond, OK, Lana Carlson of Clay Center, KS, children, Kathy and husband Mike O'Donnell of Kirk, CO, Ray Dean and wife Barbara Knox of Clifton, KS, Rowdy and wife Marilyn Knox of Clifton, KS, Kim and wife Malfira Knox of Clifton, KS, 9 Grandchildren &amp; 18 Great-grandchildren

Funeral Services: &nbsp;10:00 .m., Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KS

Ministers:&nbsp;Father Steve Heina and Father Joseph Kieffer

Burial:&nbsp;St. Mary’s Cemetery, Clifton, Kansas

Visitation:&nbsp;&nbsp;5-7 p.m., Monday, January 10, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Vigil service at 7 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery or Clifton Ambulance Service c/o the funeral home

Darwin "Buck" Knox, age 86, passed away January 5, 2022, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born August 16, 1935, at a farm just east of Parallel, Kansas.&nbsp; At age five the family moved to Clifton.&nbsp; He earned the nickname Buck at a young age after shooting a buck rabbit.&nbsp; Buck graduated from Clifton Rural High School in 1953 and married Verna Mae Taylor on August 25, 1956.&nbsp; They had four children.He owned and operated sand gravel pits in Salina and Clifton, KS.&nbsp; Prior to owning his own business, he pumped sand for the Eufaula Dam in Oklahoma, Livingston Dam, Texas, and Glen Elder Dam in Kansas.He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; Buck had a big heart. He was always there to help any and all who might be in need of assistance.&nbsp; All that he did, he did from the bottom of his heart.&nbsp; Upon helping anyone, he was often asked, “What do I owe you?”, his reply was always, “You owe me nothing, just pass it on.”He was preceded in death by his parents Carlos and Rose (Bowmaker) Knox, siblings, Georgia Barnes, Imateen Brown, Bruce Knox, and Rama Sorell. He is survived by his wife, Verna Mae Knox of Clifton, KS, siblings, Shirley Marshall of Clyde, KS, Ronald Knox and wife June of Edmond, OK, Lana Carlson of Clay Center, KS, children, Kathy and husband Mike O'Donnell of Kirk, CO, Ray Dean and wife Barbara Knox of Clifton, KS, Rowdy and wife Marilyn Knox of Clifton, KS, Kim and wife Malfira Knox of Clifton, KS, 9 Grandchildren &amp; 18 Great-grandchildrenFuneral Services: &nbsp;10:00 .m., Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KSMinisters:&nbsp;Father Steve Heina and Father Joseph KiefferBurial:&nbsp;St. Mary’s Cemetery, Clifton, KansasVisitation:&nbsp;&nbsp;5-7 p.m., Monday, January 10, 2022, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with Vigil service at 7 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery or Clifton Ambulance Service c/o the funeral home

Darwin "Buck" Knox

James (Jim) Edgar Beck, 71, passed away January 4, 2022 in Founders Crest Care Center in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1950 in Enid, Oklahoma to Audrey (Yager) Beck and James (Jim) Paul Beck.&nbsp; He was a 1968 graduate of Arkansas City High School, a 1972 graduate of Emporia State University, and a 1995 graduate of the Boulder Graduate School of Banking.&nbsp; He served in the Oklahoma Army National Guard for six years. He was united in marriage to Susan Stutzman on August 20, 1972 in Viola, Kansas. They made a home in Arkansas City, Kansas until 1978 when Jim accepted the job of purchasing agent at GT in Clay Center, Kansas. In 1982 he accepted a position at Union State Bank where he held the roles of operations officer and vice president for 34 years until his retirement in 2016. In 1976, he and Susan welcomed the birth of their daughter Jill Beck and in 1979, Jamie (Beck) Proffer. Jim became a proud grandfather to Caden Proffer in 2007, traveling with Susan to Istanbul, Turkey for his birth, and Caleb Proffer in 2010.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

With the heart of a servant leader, Jim loved to serve the community in a variety of roles including on the boards of the Clay County Arts Council, Clay Center Chamber of Commerce, Clay Center Economic Development Council, Clay Center Carnegie Library, Head Start, and his beloved Clay Center United Methodist Church where he volunteered in numerous roles. Jim thoroughly enjoyed four mission trips to Costa Rica in the early 1980s where he helped construct church buildings. He also served with Susan in Pascagoula, Mississippi following Hurricane Katrina where he helped rebuild homes for victims of the devastation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jim enjoyed photography and often displayed his work at various locations throughout Clay Center. He took frequent trips around Clay County to capture the way the evening light falls on rural churches at dusk, snow and ice draped trees after a snowstorm, the brilliantly colored autumn leaves on Frederick Street, blazing red and orange controlled prairie grass fires, poetic abandoned barns, and brilliant summer Kansas sunsets. He saw beauty in most things and had an artistic eye to seize it and he could often be found with his Canon 35 mm DSLR camera hung around his neck just waiting for the next opportunity to capture glory.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Another of Jim’s passions was woodworking and carpentry. He installed a woodshop in the basement of his home and masterfully designed and crafted over a dozen pieces of furniture for friends and family over the years. He also did a number of home remodeling projects including finishing basements and building a deck from scratch with his own design.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jim loved cars and driving fast. In 1992, he purchased a 1977 MGB convertible and enjoyed fully restoring and then zipping around town in it, encouraging others to join along for the ride. For his 60th birthday, he took the opportunity to drive a NASCAR on the track at the motorway in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jim had many other interests... he loved all types of music including the local city band and various artists the Arts Council brought to town over the years. An avid reader, you could often catch him reading Tom Clancy’s or Sue Grafton’s latest thriller. He adored the Kansas State University Women’s Basketball team attending games using his season tickets with Susan and friends. He rode his bicycle to work and around town for many years. He rarely missed television coverage of the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs. He enjoyed traveling around the country with Susan, especially locations where he could use his photography talent or experience adventures such as taking hot air balloon rides and zip lining. The love of his life, second only to Susan (of course), was chocolate. He enjoyed a well-crafted pun, told his share of “dad jokes”, and often used his Donald Duck voice to make little ones giggle.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Survivors include his loving wife Susan, daughters Jill and Jamie, son-in-law Daniel Proffer, grandsons Caden and Caleb, brother Richard Beck and his wife Pat, grandniece Phoebe (Mattingly) Parker and husband Forrest, cousins Brenda (Barnes) Montoya, Larry Barnes, John Yager, Jeffrey Yager, Jason Yager, and Chuck Proudfoot.&nbsp; He was proceeded in death by his parents, Jim and Audrey, and niece Krista Beck.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation will be Sunday, January 9, 2022 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Neil Schwensen Rook funeral home in Clay Center.

The celebration of life will be Monday, January 10, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at Clay Center United Methodist Church followed by burial at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Clay County Arts Council or the Clay Center United Methodist Church.&nbsp;

Masks are required at the visitation and celebration of life.

James (Jim) Edgar Beck, 71, passed away January 4, 2022 in Founders Crest Care Center in Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; He was born June 26, 1950 in Enid, Oklahoma to Audrey (Yager) Beck and James (Jim) Paul Beck.&nbsp; He was a 1968 graduate of Arkansas City High School, a 1972 graduate of Emporia State University, and a 1995 graduate of the Boulder Graduate School of Banking.&nbsp; He served in the Oklahoma Army National Guard for six years. He was united in marriage to Susan Stutzman on August 20, 1972 in Viola, Kansas. They made a home in Arkansas City, Kansas until 1978 when Jim accepted the job of purchasing agent at GT in Clay Center, Kansas. In 1982 he accepted a position at Union State Bank where he held the roles of operations officer and vice president for 34 years until his retirement in 2016. In 1976, he and Susan welcomed the birth of their daughter Jill Beck and in 1979, Jamie (Beck) Proffer. Jim became a proud grandfather to Caden Proffer in 2007, traveling with Susan to Istanbul, Turkey for his birth, and Caleb Proffer in 2010.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With the heart of a servant leader, Jim loved to serve the community in a variety of roles including on the boards of the Clay County Arts Council, Clay Center Chamber of Commerce, Clay Center Economic Development Council, Clay Center Carnegie Library, Head Start, and his beloved Clay Center United Methodist Church where he volunteered in numerous roles. Jim thoroughly enjoyed four mission trips to Costa Rica in the early 1980s where he helped construct church buildings. He also served with Susan in Pascagoula, Mississippi following Hurricane Katrina where he helped rebuild homes for victims of the devastation.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim enjoyed photography and often displayed his work at various locations throughout Clay Center. He took frequent trips around Clay County to capture the way the evening light falls on rural churches at dusk, snow and ice draped trees after a snowstorm, the brilliantly colored autumn leaves on Frederick Street, blazing red and orange controlled prairie grass fires, poetic abandoned barns, and brilliant summer Kansas sunsets. He saw beauty in most things and had an artistic eye to seize it and he could often be found with his Canon 35 mm DSLR camera hung around his neck just waiting for the next opportunity to capture glory.&nbsp;&nbsp;Another of Jim’s passions was woodworking and carpentry. He installed a woodshop in the basement of his home and masterfully designed and crafted over a dozen pieces of furniture for friends and family over the years. He also did a number of home remodeling projects including finishing basements and building a deck from scratch with his own design.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim loved cars and driving fast. In 1992, he purchased a 1977 MGB convertible and enjoyed fully restoring and then zipping around town in it, encouraging others to join along for the ride. For his 60th birthday, he took the opportunity to drive a NASCAR on the track at the motorway in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Jim had many other interests... he loved all types of music including the local city band and various artists the Arts Council brought to town over the years. An avid reader, you could often catch him reading Tom Clancy’s or Sue Grafton’s latest thriller. He adored the Kansas State University Women’s Basketball team attending games using his season tickets with Susan and friends. He rode his bicycle to work and around town for many years. He rarely missed television coverage of the Kansas City Royals and Chiefs. He enjoyed traveling around the country with Susan, especially locations where he could use his photography talent or experience adventures such as taking hot air balloon rides and zip lining. The love of his life, second only to Susan (of course), was chocolate. He enjoyed a well-crafted pun, told his share of “dad jokes”, and often used his Donald Duck voice to make little ones giggle.&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include his loving wife Susan, daughters Jill and Jamie, son-in-law Daniel Proffer, grandsons Caden and Caleb, brother Richard Beck and his wife Pat, grandniece Phoebe (Mattingly) Parker and husband Forrest, cousins Brenda (Barnes) Montoya, Larry Barnes, John Yager, Jeffrey Yager, Jason Yager, and Chuck Proudfoot.&nbsp; He was proceeded in death by his parents, Jim and Audrey, and niece Krista Beck.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be Sunday, January 9, 2022 from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at Neil Schwensen Rook funeral home in Clay Center.The celebration of life will be Monday, January 10, 2022 at 1:30 p.m. at Clay Center United Methodist Church followed by burial at Greenwood Cemetery.&nbsp;The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be sent to the Clay County Arts Council or the Clay Center United Methodist Church.&nbsp;Masks are required at the visitation and celebration of life.

James (Jim) Edgar Beck

Elfriede Gore passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at her home in Woodbine. She was born March 1, 1938 in Kirch-Gons, Germany. Her mother was Therese Moritz. On January 24, 1967 she was united in marriage to David A. Gore in Switzerland. They moved back to the United States where Elfriede became a U.S. citizen. Elfriede enjoyed 5D diamond painting and collecting frog figurines. She is survived by her daughter Julia Gore of Woodbine, sons David Gore of Vero Beach, Florida, George Gore of Willow Springs, North Carolina, seven grandchildren Angie Brown, Therese Leonard, Jackie Harold, Stephanie Gore, Joseph Gore, Alex Gore, and Nicholas Gore, fourteen great grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1984, and a great grandchild Aaron Hardy. Cremation is planned and a celebration of life will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elfriede Gore passed away on Tuesday, January 4, 2022 at her home in Woodbine. She was born March 1, 1938 in Kirch-Gons, Germany. Her mother was Therese Moritz. On January 24, 1967 she was united in marriage to David A. Gore in Switzerland. They moved back to the United States where Elfriede became a U.S. citizen. Elfriede enjoyed 5D diamond painting and collecting frog figurines. She is survived by her daughter Julia Gore of Woodbine, sons David Gore of Vero Beach, Florida, George Gore of Willow Springs, North Carolina, seven grandchildren Angie Brown, Therese Leonard, Jackie Harold, Stephanie Gore, Joseph Gore, Alex Gore, and Nicholas Gore, fourteen great grandchildren and one great great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband in 1984, and a great grandchild Aaron Hardy. Cremation is planned and a celebration of life will be at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elfriede Gore 

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 <li>Visitation:&nbsp; Friday,&nbsp; January 14th, 2022 10:00 - 11:00 a.m., Antique Grounds Old Country Church</li><li>Service:&nbsp; Friday, January 14th, 2022, 11:00 a.m., Antique Grounds’ Old Country Church, Lathrop, Missouri</li><li>Officiant:&nbsp; &nbsp;Pastor Gary Porter</li><li>Interment:&nbsp; Friday, January 14th, 2022, 3:00 p.m., Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Higginsville, Missouri</li>
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Ronald L Drew - August 5th, 1943 - January 1st, 2022

Carol J. Pirrello, age 95 of Abilene, formerly of Rockford, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Garten’s Countryside Estates in Abilene. She was born July 17, 1926 in Mystic, Iowa, the daughter of George and Reva (Stark) Lewis. She graduated from West High in Rockford, with the class of 1944, Carol was a homemaker and worked for the Rockford Life Insurance Company for 13 years and worked along with her husband for 21 years for DI-AB-CO until retiring. She was a member of the Central Christian Church and enjoyed playing cards, knitting, doing cross stitch, sewing, fishing and boating, but especially loved being with her family. On August 15, 1953 Carol was united in marriage to Leo Pirrello in Rockford, IL. He passed away on June 28, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Linda and husband Craig of Abilene, son Steven (Cynthia Petty) of Texas, grandchildren Steven Pirrello, Anthony (Kasha) Johnson, Matthew (Stacey) Johnson, Nicholas Johnson, Felicia (Lee) Johnson, Randi (Josh) Jennings, Tyler (Sara) Pirrello, Peter Jennings, great grandchildren Kenzie Zawacki (Cole), Keaton Hargrave, Kash Hargrave, Kyla White, Chloe Johnson, Korbin Johnson, Bentley Pirrello, Charli Evans, Taelyn Johnson, Case Johnson, Claire Johnson, and Arlo Evans. Cremation is planned. Services will be held privately with family and close friends at a later date. Her final resting place will be in the Rock Island National Cemetery with her loving husband Leo Pirrello. Memorial contributions may be made to Garten’s Countryside Estates in Carol Pirrello’s name and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Carol J. Pirrello, age 95 of Abilene, formerly of Rockford, Illinois, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Garten’s Countryside Estates in Abilene. She was born July 17, 1926 in Mystic, Iowa, the daughter of George and Reva (Stark) Lewis. She graduated from West High in Rockford, with the class of 1944, Carol was a homemaker and worked for the Rockford Life Insurance Company for 13 years and worked along with her husband for 21 years for DI-AB-CO until retiring. She was a member of the Central Christian Church and enjoyed playing cards, knitting, doing cross stitch, sewing, fishing and boating, but especially loved being with her family. On August 15, 1953 Carol was united in marriage to Leo Pirrello in Rockford, IL. He passed away on June 28, 2017. She is survived by her daughter Linda and husband Craig of Abilene, son Steven (Cynthia Petty) of Texas, grandchildren Steven Pirrello, Anthony (Kasha) Johnson, Matthew (Stacey) Johnson, Nicholas Johnson, Felicia (Lee) Johnson, Randi (Josh) Jennings, Tyler (Sara) Pirrello, Peter Jennings, great grandchildren Kenzie Zawacki (Cole), Keaton Hargrave, Kash Hargrave, Kyla White, Chloe Johnson, Korbin Johnson, Bentley Pirrello, Charli Evans, Taelyn Johnson, Case Johnson, Claire Johnson, and Arlo Evans. Cremation is planned. Services will be held privately with family and close friends at a later date. Her final resting place will be in the Rock Island National Cemetery with her loving husband Leo Pirrello. Memorial contributions may be made to Garten’s Countryside Estates in Carol Pirrello’s name and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Carol J. Pirrello

James “J” Francis Moloney passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 in the comfort of his home on the family farm in rural Junction City Kansas. J was born March 10, 1941 in Junction City, a son of Francis Patrick and Irene Lucille (Foy) Moloney. He was united in marriage to Ella Louise Peters on August 31, 1967 at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City where he was a life long member. Left to honor his memory is his wife (Ella), his loving children; Donny Moloney of Wichita, Michelle Moloney (Jane) of Leawood, Cecilia (Brian) Aruskevicius of Wichita, Jean Moloney of Mariemont OH, Patrick (Erin) Moloney of Shawnee, Sheila (Dan) Smith of Hillsboro IA, Michael (Courtney) Moloney of Waverly, Megan Moloney (Jerry) of Abilene, John (Jamelle) Moloney of Lawrence, Mary (Korby) Effland of White City, and 27 Grandchildren who lovingly called him “Pops.” Additional survivors include his siblings; Marilyn Wasylk of Junction City, Foye Moloney of White City, Therese (Charles) Howe of Junction City, 5 nephews, and 2 nieces.&nbsp; In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law (Jody), a brother-in-law (Don), and 2 cousins. J graduated from Chapman High School in 1959 and continued his education at Rockhurst College in Kansas City, MO and Kansas State University in Manhattan. J farmed his entire life side by side with his brother Foye in Geary, Morris, and Dickinson Counties. He was very proud to work the land and raise cattle, a shining example of hard work and dedication to all who knew him. Some of his greatest joys centered on his life of farming. He found contentment watching his children and grandchildren in their numerous activities. He was so proud of all of their accomplishments. J enjoyed taking drives and used the scenic route whenever he could. He was never in a hurry, always taking the time to enjoy life. He loved making surprise visits to his children, sometimes after he had been “missing” for days. He lived his life by The Corporal Works of Mercy; he was generous, kind, and compassionate to the less fortunate...even if it meant he may have to go without. He had a wonderful sense of humor, it seemed he always had a quick and witty comeback. J never met a practical joke he wouldn’t like to try. Friends may call after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 7, 2022, at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church. Burial will be at Vine Creek Cemetery in Ottawa County, Kansas following the service. Memorials may be made to St. Xavier Catholic Church or Accord Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James “J” Francis Moloney passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 in the comfort of his home on the family farm in rural Junction City Kansas. J was born March 10, 1941 in Junction City, a son of Francis Patrick and Irene Lucille (Foy) Moloney. He was united in marriage to Ella Louise Peters on August 31, 1967 at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City where he was a life long member. Left to honor his memory is his wife (Ella), his loving children; Donny Moloney of Wichita, Michelle Moloney (Jane) of Leawood, Cecilia (Brian) Aruskevicius of Wichita, Jean Moloney of Mariemont OH, Patrick (Erin) Moloney of Shawnee, Sheila (Dan) Smith of Hillsboro IA, Michael (Courtney) Moloney of Waverly, Megan Moloney (Jerry) of Abilene, John (Jamelle) Moloney of Lawrence, Mary (Korby) Effland of White City, and 27 Grandchildren who lovingly called him “Pops.” Additional survivors include his siblings; Marilyn Wasylk of Junction City, Foye Moloney of White City, Therese (Charles) Howe of Junction City, 5 nephews, and 2 nieces.&nbsp; In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister-in-law (Jody), a brother-in-law (Don), and 2 cousins. J graduated from Chapman High School in 1959 and continued his education at Rockhurst College in Kansas City, MO and Kansas State University in Manhattan. J farmed his entire life side by side with his brother Foye in Geary, Morris, and Dickinson Counties. He was very proud to work the land and raise cattle, a shining example of hard work and dedication to all who knew him. Some of his greatest joys centered on his life of farming. He found contentment watching his children and grandchildren in their numerous activities. He was so proud of all of their accomplishments. J enjoyed taking drives and used the scenic route whenever he could. He was never in a hurry, always taking the time to enjoy life. He loved making surprise visits to his children, sometimes after he had been “missing” for days. He lived his life by The Corporal Works of Mercy; he was generous, kind, and compassionate to the less fortunate...even if it meant he may have to go without. He had a wonderful sense of humor, it seemed he always had a quick and witty comeback. J never met a practical joke he wouldn’t like to try. Friends may call after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, January 7, 2022, at St. Xavier Catholic Church in Junction City. The family will receive friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A rosary will be prayed at 7:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, January 8, 2022 at St. Xavier Catholic Church. Burial will be at Vine Creek Cemetery in Ottawa County, Kansas following the service. Memorials may be made to St. Xavier Catholic Church or Accord Hospice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

James Francis Moloney - 1941 - 2022

Bradley Harold Becker, 66, of Alta Vista, Kansas passed away unexpectedly, January 3, 2022, at his home, with his family by his side.

Brad was born August 26, 1955, in Wichita, KS, to Harold and Elaine (Baier) Becker. He graduated from St. Xavier High School, Junction City in 1974 and from KSU in 1984 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Brad married Elaine Ascher on February 2, 1985, and they had a son, Shawn.

He learned carpentry and construction from working with his dad. Brad found his career in cattle and ranching. He along with Elaine, operated a cow/calf operation. He also worked many years at area sale barns. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma.

He was preceded in death by his father Harold; grandparents: Frank and Agnes Baier and Joseph and Mary Becker; nephew Daniel Becker; sister-in-law Pam Becker; and infant brother John Becker.

Brad is survived by his wife Elaine and son Shawn Becker, of the home; mother Elaine Becker, of Junction City; brother: Jeff Becker and wife Teresa, of Milford; sister Judy Lienemann and husband Joe of Atchison; nieces and nephews: Justin Becker, Mark Lienemann, Scott Lienemann and wife Ashley, Russell Sinnard and wife Crystal and their children, Rylinn and Carson. Brad will be forever missed by his family and friends.

Funeral services were today (Jan 6th) at St. John Lutheran Church, Alma with burial&nbsp; at Templin Cemetery, Alta Vista. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church and School and mailed to PO Box 365, Alma, KS 66401.

Bradley Harold Becker, 66, of Alta Vista, Kansas passed away unexpectedly, January 3, 2022, at his home, with his family by his side.Brad was born August 26, 1955, in Wichita, KS, to Harold and Elaine (Baier) Becker. He graduated from St. Xavier High School, Junction City in 1974 and from KSU in 1984 with a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science. Brad married Elaine Ascher on February 2, 1985, and they had a son, Shawn. He learned carpentry and construction from working with his dad. Brad found his career in cattle and ranching. He along with Elaine, operated a cow/calf operation. He also worked many years at area sale barns. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. He was preceded in death by his father Harold; grandparents: Frank and Agnes Baier and Joseph and Mary Becker; nephew Daniel Becker; sister-in-law Pam Becker; and infant brother John Becker. Brad is survived by his wife Elaine and son Shawn Becker, of the home; mother Elaine Becker, of Junction City; brother: Jeff Becker and wife Teresa, of Milford; sister Judy Lienemann and husband Joe of Atchison; nieces and nephews: Justin Becker, Mark Lienemann, Scott Lienemann and wife Ashley, Russell Sinnard and wife Crystal and their children, Rylinn and Carson. Brad will be forever missed by his family and friends. Funeral services were today (Jan 6th) at St. John Lutheran Church, Alma with burial&nbsp; at Templin Cemetery, Alta Vista. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church and School and mailed to PO Box 365, Alma, KS 66401.

Bradley Harold Becker

Daniel Joseph Dreher, 59, of Clay Center, died December 30th&nbsp;2021. He was born on November 12th, 1962, the son of JoAnn and Lyle Dreher.

Dan grew up in Topeka, KS. In 1994, he married his wife Rayleen. They went on to have two children, Josie and Jillian which were his pride and joy.

Dan had many loves. A love for his family, a love for his friends, and a love for food. His love and passion for food began at a young age in the kitchen with his beloved mother.&nbsp; Throughout his life, he worked in many parts of the food industry. Starting out as a dishwasher, server and bartender, working his way up to management, chef, and eventually becoming a proud restaurant owner. &nbsp;Some of his fondest memories are from when he owned “Danny’s Grill and Catering”. He loved sharing his culinary talents with any and everybody. He especially found great joy in teaching and working alongside his&nbsp;eldest daughter Josie in the culinary business.

His final and most important honor was being called Grandpa/Monkey Dan by his granddaughter Gianna and three beautiful bonus grandchildren Jaydin, Jasmarie and Milana.

Dan is proceeded in death by his mother, JoAnn Dreher.

Daughter: Josie Dreher and fiancée Jordin Griffiths of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Jillian Dreher of Clay Center, KS

Sister: LaDonna and husband John Waldo of Topeka, KS,

Sister: Christine and husband Lonnie Weaver of Berryton, KS

Sister: Nickie &amp; husband Kenny Fields of Topeka, KS.

Granddaughters: Jaydin, Jasmarie, Milana, and Gianna Griffiths

A Celebration of Life will take place Saturday, January 8th, 1:00&nbsp; p.m. at Vintage Gardens Downtown in Clay Center, KS.

In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Clay County Animal Rescue, c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;St Clay Center, KS, 67432.

Daniel Joseph Dreher, 59, of Clay Center, died December 30th&nbsp;2021. He was born on November 12th, 1962, the son of JoAnn and Lyle Dreher.Dan grew up in Topeka, KS. In 1994, he married his wife Rayleen. They went on to have two children, Josie and Jillian which were his pride and joy.Dan had many loves. A love for his family, a love for his friends, and a love for food. His love and passion for food began at a young age in the kitchen with his beloved mother.&nbsp; Throughout his life, he worked in many parts of the food industry. Starting out as a dishwasher, server and bartender, working his way up to management, chef, and eventually becoming a proud restaurant owner. &nbsp;Some of his fondest memories are from when he owned “Danny’s Grill and Catering”. He loved sharing his culinary talents with any and everybody. He especially found great joy in teaching and working alongside his&nbsp;eldest daughter Josie in the culinary business.His final and most important honor was being called Grandpa/Monkey Dan by his granddaughter Gianna and three beautiful bonus grandchildren Jaydin, Jasmarie and Milana.Dan is proceeded in death by his mother, JoAnn Dreher.Survivors:Wife: Rayleen Dreher of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Josie Dreher and fiancée Jordin Griffiths of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Jillian Dreher of Clay Center, KSSister: LaDonna and husband John Waldo of Topeka, KS,Sister: Christine and husband Lonnie Weaver of Berryton, KSSister: Nickie &amp; husband Kenny Fields of Topeka, KS.Granddaughters: Jaydin, Jasmarie, Milana, and Gianna GriffithsFather: Lyle Dreher of Topeka, KSAnd many nieces of nephews.A Celebration of Life will take place Saturday, January 8th, 1:00&nbsp; p.m. at Vintage Gardens Downtown in Clay Center, KS.In lieu of flowers please send memorials to Clay County Animal Rescue, c/o Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th&nbsp;St Clay Center, KS, 67432.

Daniel Joseph Dreher

Josefa “Jo” Rodriguez was a devoted wife, caring mother, grandmother, sister, friend and puppy mommy. After a months-long struggle, she left this world on December 31st, 2021, at age 84 while residing at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Jo was born to Refugio and Maria Hernandez on March 17th, 1937, in Staples, Texas. She was the 2nd daughter to a family of 7. Josefa was preceded in death by her husband Robert Rodriguez, a son Robert Rodriguez Jr, her parents and siblings, Ramona, Fidencio, Juan, Jesus, Francisco Hernandez, in addition to many beloved pets. Josefa is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca Darkow (Fred) of Manhattan and their son Robert, and Ramona Merriam (David) of San Antonio, Texas and their daughter Aella. She is also survived by one brother, Refugio Hernandez of South Bend, IN, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and two surviving puppies who will miss her greatly. Jo was a 1958 graduate from Greene High School in South Bend, Indiana. On September 30 of 1961 she was united in marriage to Robert Rodriguez at St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church in New Carlisle, Indiana. In her early adult years, she worked as a candy striper at a local hospital in Indiana. She was an AIB graduate and received Wilton’s certification in cake decoration. She also taught cake decorating classes at University For Man in Manhattan, KS. Jo attended Kansas State University as an Art major and considered herself a forever Wildcat. She loved to decorate cakes her husband made for weddings and events that he talked her into. She like to travel with her husband on business trips, bowl on the family team, fish, and attend numerous Kansas State football games and tailgates with her family and friends. Josefa always said the best part her life was raising her children, Robert (Bob Jr.) Rebecca and Ramona. She was actively involved in all aspects of her family’s life to ensure that her kids and husband were supported and loved as much as possible. For that we are eternally grateful. This love of her family was enhanced at the births of her grandchildren. Spending time with them and seeing them grow was a joy. This became her focus as well as with her daughters and spoiling her two puppies. We will miss making tamales, cooking, watching K-State Football and travelling with her. In her later years, she was especially cell phone challenged, regardless of what she said. Jo was a one in a million person who taught us patience, perseverance and how to quietly love by your actions. We will remember her kindness, laughter and love for the rest of our days. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 8, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with Deacon Buzz Harris officiating. Interment will follow the service in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery – Elbow Community in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jo to the Riley County Humane Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Josefa “Jo” Rodriguez was a devoted wife, caring mother, grandmother, sister, friend and puppy mommy. After a months-long struggle, she left this world on December 31st, 2021, at age 84 while residing at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Jo was born to Refugio and Maria Hernandez on March 17th, 1937, in Staples, Texas. She was the 2nd daughter to a family of 7. Josefa was preceded in death by her husband Robert Rodriguez, a son Robert Rodriguez Jr, her parents and siblings, Ramona, Fidencio, Juan, Jesus, Francisco Hernandez, in addition to many beloved pets. Josefa is survived by her two daughters, Rebecca Darkow (Fred) of Manhattan and their son Robert, and Ramona Merriam (David) of San Antonio, Texas and their daughter Aella. She is also survived by one brother, Refugio Hernandez of South Bend, IN, as well as numerous nieces and nephews, and two surviving puppies who will miss her greatly. Jo was a 1958 graduate from Greene High School in South Bend, Indiana. On September 30 of 1961 she was united in marriage to Robert Rodriguez at St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church in New Carlisle, Indiana. In her early adult years, she worked as a candy striper at a local hospital in Indiana. She was an AIB graduate and received Wilton’s certification in cake decoration. She also taught cake decorating classes at University For Man in Manhattan, KS. Jo attended Kansas State University as an Art major and considered herself a forever Wildcat. She loved to decorate cakes her husband made for weddings and events that he talked her into. She like to travel with her husband on business trips, bowl on the family team, fish, and attend numerous Kansas State football games and tailgates with her family and friends. Josefa always said the best part her life was raising her children, Robert (Bob Jr.) Rebecca and Ramona. She was actively involved in all aspects of her family’s life to ensure that her kids and husband were supported and loved as much as possible. For that we are eternally grateful. This love of her family was enhanced at the births of her grandchildren. Spending time with them and seeing them grow was a joy. This became her focus as well as with her daughters and spoiling her two puppies. We will miss making tamales, cooking, watching K-State Football and travelling with her. In her later years, she was especially cell phone challenged, regardless of what she said. Jo was a one in a million person who taught us patience, perseverance and how to quietly love by your actions. We will remember her kindness, laughter and love for the rest of our days. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday January 8, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with Deacon Buzz Harris officiating. Interment will follow the service in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery – Elbow Community in Manhattan. The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jo to the Riley County Humane Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Josefa “Jo” Rodriguez

Kenneth Lawrence “Larry “Anderson, 89, of Alma, Kansas, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at the Valley Vista, Wamego.&nbsp; He was a life-long resident of the Alma community.

Larry was born on August 2, 1932, in rural Alma, the son of Oliver A. and Minnie (Weber) Anderson.&nbsp; He attended local grade schools and graduated from Alma High School.&nbsp; He then attended Kansas State University for two semesters, studying Journalism.&nbsp;&nbsp; Larry then served in the United States Air Force in Korea during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was a navigator for an F84 Thunder Jet.

Following his military service, Larry worked for Cason construction, on the Wamego missile base, and for McConnel-Douglas in Wichita, and the oil fields in Oklahoma.&nbsp; In 1956 he joined the United States Postal Service for 29 years and served as the Alma Postmaster from 1973 to 1985.

Larry was a member of the Wichita Car Club, the American Legion, and Rotary.&nbsp; He also served as a member of the Alma School Board.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting and trapping and was able to hand call numerous animals, especially coyotes, hoot owls, crows, and frogs.&nbsp;&nbsp; But his passion was fishing.&nbsp; He was able to take several fishing trips to Minnesota over the years.

Larry married Anna Mae Richardson on June 18, 1960, in McFarland, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at their home.

Larry is also survived by his children; Debora Howser (Doug), Westfield, New York, Gregory Anderson (Angela), Alma, Teresa Anderson, Alma, Michael Anderson (Pamela), Paxico, Eric Anderson (Alyne), Rossville, and Sara Diepenbrock, Alma; his eighteen grandchildren; David Frederick(Camille),Tyson Frederick, Danielle Larson(Brett), Tanner Frederick, Ryan Howser, Nicole Wollenberg (Tim), Nicole Anderson, Kayla Anderson (Mark), Tristan Anderson, Kassidi Lienemann (Matthew), Kain Anderson, Heath Schremmer (Miranda), Jarod Schremmer,(Hailey), Kennedy Anderson, Trey Anderson,&nbsp; Chelsea Schmidt (Clay), Lexi Brumage (Quinton), and Hadlee Diepenbrock; and his twenty great-grandchildren; Mason, Brooke, Vincent, Stella, Eliana, Olivia, Lillian, Devon, Grayson, Zaire, Kale, Kye, Blake, Kent, Jackson, Boston, Cason, Collin, Sawyer, and Gavin; and his sister, Maribelle Moege.&nbsp; Larry was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Lou Cromer, Don Anderson, and Stephen Anderson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 7, 2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Alma.&nbsp; Father Swamy Nannam will be the Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Swedish Cemetery south of Alma.&nbsp; Larry will lie-in-state, at the church hall, on Thursday beginning at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp; A rosary prayer service will be held at 6:00 p.m. and the family will greet friends until 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; The family request that masks be worn.&nbsp; They suggest memorial contributions to the American Legion or Holy Family Catholic Church, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth Lawrence “Larry “Anderson, 89, of Alma, Kansas, died Monday, January 3, 2022, at the Valley Vista, Wamego.&nbsp; He was a life-long resident of the Alma community.Larry was born on August 2, 1932, in rural Alma, the son of Oliver A. and Minnie (Weber) Anderson.&nbsp; He attended local grade schools and graduated from Alma High School.&nbsp; He then attended Kansas State University for two semesters, studying Journalism.&nbsp;&nbsp; Larry then served in the United States Air Force in Korea during the Korean War.&nbsp; He was a navigator for an F84 Thunder Jet.Following his military service, Larry worked for Cason construction, on the Wamego missile base, and for McConnel-Douglas in Wichita, and the oil fields in Oklahoma.&nbsp; In 1956 he joined the United States Postal Service for 29 years and served as the Alma Postmaster from 1973 to 1985.Larry was a member of the Wichita Car Club, the American Legion, and Rotary.&nbsp; He also served as a member of the Alma School Board.&nbsp; He enjoyed hunting and trapping and was able to hand call numerous animals, especially coyotes, hoot owls, crows, and frogs.&nbsp;&nbsp; But his passion was fishing.&nbsp; He was able to take several fishing trips to Minnesota over the years.Larry married Anna Mae Richardson on June 18, 1960, in McFarland, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives at their home.Larry is also survived by his children; Debora Howser (Doug), Westfield, New York, Gregory Anderson (Angela), Alma, Teresa Anderson, Alma, Michael Anderson (Pamela), Paxico, Eric Anderson (Alyne), Rossville, and Sara Diepenbrock, Alma; his eighteen grandchildren; David Frederick(Camille),Tyson Frederick, Danielle Larson(Brett), Tanner Frederick, Ryan Howser, Nicole Wollenberg (Tim), Nicole Anderson, Kayla Anderson (Mark), Tristan Anderson, Kassidi Lienemann (Matthew), Kain Anderson, Heath Schremmer (Miranda), Jarod Schremmer,(Hailey), Kennedy Anderson, Trey Anderson,&nbsp; Chelsea Schmidt (Clay), Lexi Brumage (Quinton), and Hadlee Diepenbrock; and his twenty great-grandchildren; Mason, Brooke, Vincent, Stella, Eliana, Olivia, Lillian, Devon, Grayson, Zaire, Kale, Kye, Blake, Kent, Jackson, Boston, Cason, Collin, Sawyer, and Gavin; and his sister, Maribelle Moege.&nbsp; Larry was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Lou Cromer, Don Anderson, and Stephen Anderson.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 7, 2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Alma.&nbsp; Father Swamy Nannam will be the Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Swedish Cemetery south of Alma.&nbsp; Larry will lie-in-state, at the church hall, on Thursday beginning at 4:00 p.m.&nbsp; A rosary prayer service will be held at 6:00 p.m. and the family will greet friends until 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; The family request that masks be worn.&nbsp; They suggest memorial contributions to the American Legion or Holy Family Catholic Church, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kenneth Lawrence “Larry“ Anderson

Ryan LeRoy Smith, age 27, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Stormont-Vail Health in Topeka, Kansas.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 19th &amp; 
Vine, Hays, Kansas. Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7:30 PM all at 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Saturday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church.

Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the family to be designated at a later date. Donations may be made 
payable to Bryan Smith.

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

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 </figure>Ryan LeRoy Smith, age 27, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022, at Stormont-Vail Health in Topeka, Kansas.Funeral services will be 10:00 AM 
Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 19th &amp; 
Vine, Hays, Kansas. Burial will follow in Mt. Allen Cemetery, Hays.Visitation will be Friday 5 PM - 8 PM 
with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7:30 PM all at 
Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.Saturday visitation will be 9 AM until service time at the church.Memorial contributions are suggested to
 the family to be designated at a later date. Donations may be made 
payable to Bryan Smith.Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com

Ryan LeRoy Smith

Marilyn Frances Colby (Musalek) of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on December 23, 2021, in Topeka, Kansas. &nbsp;

Marilyn was born April 8, 1951, to Frank Joe Musalek and Frances Iolene Roesch in Atwood, Kansas. Marilyn was raised in Goodland, Kansas and was a graduate of Goodland High School.&nbsp; She attended Colby College where she earned her Licensed Practical Nursing degree and later graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Marilyn was very passionate about nursing and proudly worked as a Registered Nurse and also served in the role of Director of Nursing throughout her career. &nbsp;

On June 20, 1969, Marilyn was united in marriage to Darryl Eugene Colby. Together, they shared 43 years of marriage before Darryl’s passing in 2012. Darryl and Marilyn proudly raised their six children; Susan, Sherri, Steven, Stacey, Shawn and Scott, in Kensington, Kansas, before relocating back to Marilyn’s hometown of Goodland, Kansas, in 1999.

Faith, family and friends were a very important part of Marilyn’s life. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas, and Calvary Gospel Church in Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; She was also a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary of Goodland. Marilyn enjoyed playing BINGO, card games, camping and fishing, traveling with family, watching car races and attending sporting events, particularly those of her children and grandchildren. Most importantly, Marilyn was dedicated to being a supportive mother and loving grandmother to her grandchildren; Ryan, Christopher, Cecil, Xavier, Natasha, Trenton, Emersyn, Preslee, Broxton, Macie and Isabelle.&nbsp;

Preceding her in death were her parents Frank and Frances Musalek, husband Darryl Colby, daughter Susan Colby, son Steven Colby, grandson Xzaren Colby, Sister Debbie Snethen and nephew Marshall Snethen.&nbsp;

Marilyn is survived by her daughter Sherri Smith of Manhattan, Kansas; son Stacey (Melissa) Colby of Smith Center; son Shawn (Melissa) Colby of Manhattan, Kansas; son Scott (Stacie) Colby of Layton, Utah; brother Frank (Jody) Musalek of Hays, Kansas; and sisters Janice (Harlan) Schwertfeger of Hutchinson, Kansas, Jeanette (Varden) Bogart of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Becky (Greg) Spady of Hastings, Nebraska, Linda (Brian) Rumpel of Goodland, Kansas&nbsp; daughter –in-law Stacy Colby of McClave, CO, and 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; On January 1, 2022 Marilyn’s grandson Ryan Smith passed away in Topeka, KS.

Funeral services for Marilyn will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 1:30 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor Brent Flanders officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT at the Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Marilyn Colby Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.

Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

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 </figure>Marilyn Frances Colby (Musalek) of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on December 23, 2021, in Topeka, Kansas. &nbsp;Marilyn was born April 8, 1951, to Frank Joe Musalek and Frances Iolene Roesch in Atwood, Kansas. Marilyn was raised in Goodland, Kansas and was a graduate of Goodland High School.&nbsp; She attended Colby College where she earned her Licensed Practical Nursing degree and later graduated from Fort Hays State University with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Marilyn was very passionate about nursing and proudly worked as a Registered Nurse and also served in the role of Director of Nursing throughout her career. &nbsp;On June 20, 1969, Marilyn was united in marriage to Darryl Eugene Colby. Together, they shared 43 years of marriage before Darryl’s passing in 2012. Darryl and Marilyn proudly raised their six children; Susan, Sherri, Steven, Stacey, Shawn and Scott, in Kensington, Kansas, before relocating back to Marilyn’s hometown of Goodland, Kansas, in 1999.Faith, family and friends were a very important part of Marilyn’s life. She was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Kensington, Kansas, and Calvary Gospel Church in Goodland, Kansas.&nbsp; She was also a lifetime member of the VFW Auxiliary of Goodland. Marilyn enjoyed playing BINGO, card games, camping and fishing, traveling with family, watching car races and attending sporting events, particularly those of her children and grandchildren. Most importantly, Marilyn was dedicated to being a supportive mother and loving grandmother to her grandchildren; Ryan, Christopher, Cecil, Xavier, Natasha, Trenton, Emersyn, Preslee, Broxton, Macie and Isabelle.&nbsp;Preceding her in death were her parents Frank and Frances Musalek, husband Darryl Colby, daughter Susan Colby, son Steven Colby, grandson Xzaren Colby, Sister Debbie Snethen and nephew Marshall Snethen.&nbsp;Marilyn is survived by her daughter Sherri Smith of Manhattan, Kansas; son Stacey (Melissa) Colby of Smith Center; son Shawn (Melissa) Colby of Manhattan, Kansas; son Scott (Stacie) Colby of Layton, Utah; brother Frank (Jody) Musalek of Hays, Kansas; and sisters Janice (Harlan) Schwertfeger of Hutchinson, Kansas, Jeanette (Varden) Bogart of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Becky (Greg) Spady of Hastings, Nebraska, Linda (Brian) Rumpel of Goodland, Kansas&nbsp; daughter –in-law Stacy Colby of McClave, CO, and 11 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. &nbsp; On January 1, 2022 Marilyn’s grandson Ryan Smith passed away in Topeka, KS.Funeral services for Marilyn will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 1:30 PM MT at Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland with Pastor Brent Flanders officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in the Goodland Cemetery.Visitation will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM MT at the Funeral Home.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be designated to the Marilyn Colby Memorial Fund and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.Online condolences for the family may be left at <a href="http://www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com">www.koonsrussellfuneralhome.com</a>.Services have been entrusted to Koons-Russell Funeral Home in Goodland.

Marilyn Frances Colby (Musalek)

Arthur Clayton "Art" Howard, 79, Junction City, KS, formerly of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at his home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A future service will be held at a later date in Colorado Springs, CO.

Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions is assisting with local arrangements.

Arthur Clayton "Art" Howard, 79, Junction City, KS, formerly of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at his home in Junction City. Cremation has taken place. A future service will be held at a later date in Colorado Springs, CO.Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions is assisting with local arrangements.

Arthur Clayton "Art" Howard - 1942 - 2022

David Lee Burgman, age 55 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center.

He was born on January 2, 1967 in Clay Center, the son of Leo Dwight and Rose Marie (Esslinger) Burgman.  He graduated from Riley County High School and then graduated from Cloud County Community College where he was a member of the livestock judging team.  He completed his education from Kansas State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science.

On August 20, 1994 in Leonardville, he was married to Jane Lee Beaty.  She survives of the home.



David owned Burgman Construction and also was a farmer and rancher.  He was a talented framer who was diligent with his work.  He had a vision to help each family’s home be unique and special to fulfill their dreams.  David had an infectious smile that made everyone he came in contact with feel comfortable.  He enjoyed attending his children’s activities, traveling thousands of miles going to rodeos, baseball, basketball and football games.  He was a collector of farm toys and loved smoking meat, especially brisket.  His greatest joy was spending time with his family.



In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Jada Burgman and Brock Burgman of the home; one brother, John Burgman and Sandra of San Antonio, Texas; three sisters, Janet Munoz and Steve of Topeka, Shirley Vandahl and Vernon of Manhattan and Teresa Hopper and Garth of Leonardville and his beloved animals who he adored.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 10, 2022 at the Leonardville United Methodist Church with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Leonardville City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the David Burgman Memorial Fund to go to his children’s college education. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

David Lee Burgman, age 55 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, January 2, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center.

He was born on January 2, 1967 in Clay Center, the son of Leo Dwight and Rose Marie (Esslinger) Burgman. He graduated from Riley County High School and then graduated from Cloud County Community College where he was a member of the livestock judging team. He completed his education from Kansas State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Science.

On August 20, 1994 in Leonardville, he was married to Jane Lee Beaty. She survives of the home.

David owned Burgman Construction and also was a farmer and rancher. He was a talented framer who was diligent with his work. He had a vision to help each family’s home be unique and special to fulfill their dreams. David had an infectious smile that made everyone he came in contact with feel comfortable. He enjoyed attending his children’s activities, traveling thousands of miles going to rodeos, baseball, basketball and football games. He was a collector of farm toys and loved smoking meat, especially brisket. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children, Jada Burgman and Brock Burgman of the home; one brother, John Burgman and Sandra of San Antonio, Texas; three sisters, Janet Munoz and Steve of Topeka, Shirley Vandahl and Vernon of Manhattan and Teresa Hopper and Garth of Leonardville and his beloved animals who he adored.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 10, 2022 at the Leonardville United Methodist Church with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:30 p.m. Sunday at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Leonardville City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the David Burgman Memorial Fund to go to his children’s college education. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

David Lee Burgman

Donna Marie Stinson, 56 of Abilene passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born June 15, 1965 in Creve Coeur, Missouri the daughter of Jimmie R. and Patricia A. (Hudson) Stinson.

 Donna is survived by her three children: Mary E. Richardson; Shaun L. Foust and Johnathan S. Richardson. Her father, Jimmie R. Stinson, Her mother, Patricia A. (Hudson) Stinson, two brothers, James P. Stinson and Ira A. Stinson and one sister, Karen D. Tonetti. Six Grandchildren: Shawn Lawrence Foust Jr; Anna Marie Richardson; Jada Rose Richardson; Grace Marie Richardson; Mia Nicole Richardson; Noah Matthew Adam.

 She was preceded in death by Maternal grandparents, Donald Hudson and Rosemary (Haddan) Hudson and paternal grandparents Otis A. Stinson and Leatha (Whitt) Stinson.

 Graveside services for Donna will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Abilene Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; at Danner Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Donna Marie Stinson, 56 of Abilene passed away Monday, January 3, 2022 at Memorial Hospital in Abilene. She was born June 15, 1965 in Creve Coeur, Missouri the daughter of Jimmie R. and Patricia A. (Hudson) Stinson. Donna is survived by her three children: Mary E. Richardson; Shaun L. Foust and Johnathan S. Richardson. Her father, Jimmie R. Stinson, Her mother, Patricia A. (Hudson) Stinson, two brothers, James P. Stinson and Ira A. Stinson and one sister, Karen D. Tonetti. Six Grandchildren: Shawn Lawrence Foust Jr; Anna Marie Richardson; Jada Rose Richardson; Grace Marie Richardson; Mia Nicole Richardson; Noah Matthew Adam. She was preceded in death by Maternal grandparents, Donald Hudson and Rosemary (Haddan) Hudson and paternal grandparents Otis A. Stinson and Leatha (Whitt) Stinson. Graveside services for Donna will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, January 6, 2022 at Abilene Cemetery. Family will receive friends Wednesday evening from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; at Danner Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Donna Marie Stinson

Edward William Hauer, age 91, of Manhattan, died December 25, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born May 4, 1930, in Perry, Oklahoma, the fifth child of the Reverend Edward Carl and Rosa Marie (Zerbe) Hauer. He attended Lutheran parochial schools in Perry and Atchison, Kansas, graduating from Atchison Jr./Sr. High School. He was a Distinguished Military Graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelors in Engineering and a Regular US Air Force Commission. On January 28, 1953, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan, he was married with Mary Beth Sieh of Manhattan by his father. Until Mary Beth’s death on May 22, 2020, they enjoyed 67 years of marriage blessed with a family of five children. The family moved with Ed’s military service and Federal Government employment obligations for several years and then settled in Evergreen, Colorado. They returned to Manhattan in 1993. Ed enjoyed a federal service career in the most challenging national assignments at the technical executive management level of major NASA / DOD Aerospace programs. He was selected as a civilian Federal employee to attend a year in residency at the prestigious National War College, Washington, D.C. Concurrent with his civilian employment, he maintained an Active US Air Force Reserve status assignment with the Air Staff for Intelligence, Pentagon. He retired from this Reserve assignment with the rank of Full Colonel. He was an Accreditation Board Registered ISO 9000 Quality Systems Lead Auditor. Five children survive: Bill Hauer and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, Alaska; Greg Hauer of Cascade Locks, Oregon; Peter Hauer of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Becky Trenary and her husband Gary of Morrison, Colorado; and Jane Holba and her husband Bob of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Ed’s life to be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 7th, at the First Lutheran Church, 930 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Stephen Haverlah officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church, “Youth Music Ministry Endowment Fund” or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edward William Hauer, age 91, of Manhattan, died December 25, 2021, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. He was born May 4, 1930, in Perry, Oklahoma, the fifth child of the Reverend Edward Carl and Rosa Marie (Zerbe) Hauer. He attended Lutheran parochial schools in Perry and Atchison, Kansas, graduating from Atchison Jr./Sr. High School. He was a Distinguished Military Graduate of Kansas State University with a Bachelors in Engineering and a Regular US Air Force Commission. On January 28, 1953, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Manhattan, he was married with Mary Beth Sieh of Manhattan by his father. Until Mary Beth’s death on May 22, 2020, they enjoyed 67 years of marriage blessed with a family of five children. The family moved with Ed’s military service and Federal Government employment obligations for several years and then settled in Evergreen, Colorado. They returned to Manhattan in 1993. Ed enjoyed a federal service career in the most challenging national assignments at the technical executive management level of major NASA / DOD Aerospace programs. He was selected as a civilian Federal employee to attend a year in residency at the prestigious National War College, Washington, D.C. Concurrent with his civilian employment, he maintained an Active US Air Force Reserve status assignment with the Air Staff for Intelligence, Pentagon. He retired from this Reserve assignment with the rank of Full Colonel. He was an Accreditation Board Registered ISO 9000 Quality Systems Lead Auditor. Five children survive: Bill Hauer and his wife Anne of Fairbanks, Alaska; Greg Hauer of Cascade Locks, Oregon; Peter Hauer of Colorado Springs, Colorado; Becky Trenary and her husband Gary of Morrison, Colorado; and Jane Holba and her husband Bob of Mount Pleasant, South Carolina; 15 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Ed’s life to be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 7th, at the First Lutheran Church, 930 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Reverend Stephen Haverlah officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Lutheran Church, “Youth Music Ministry Endowment Fund” or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Edward William Hauer

Gregory L. “Greg” Finn, age 71, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Saturday January 1, 2022 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 30, 1950, in Hoisington, Kansas, the son of James R. “Bob” Finn and Regene “Jean” (Valerius) Finn. Greg graduated from Hoisington High School in 1968. He continued his education at Barton County Community College, and then attended Kansas State University. Greg enlisted in the Marines in 1969, serving 18 months at Kaneohe Marine Base, Hawaii. He was employed as a computer programmer at Lear Jet in Wichita, McCall Pattern in Manhattan, and Security Benefit Group in Topeka. He owned and operated Finn’s Pub in Manhattan for 22 years, until he retired in 2017. Greg has a passion for playing golf, loved to travel, and enjoyed Kansas State football and basketball. He especially enjoyed spending time at the round table with all his friends and extended family at Finn’s Pub. On October 3, 1970, he was united in marriage to Mary Jane Brown. They later divorced. He was united in marriage to Marcia Krienitz on May 7, 1999. Greg is survived by Marcia, his wife and partner for 27 years; also, his three daughters, Angela (Scott) Fritschie, of Lenexa, Kansas, Diann (Fred Hill) Finn of Overland Park, Kansas, and Tara (Doug) Hartung, of Manhattan, Kansas; his brother, Calvin (Debbie) Finn of Hoisington, Kansas; his mother-in-law Janice Krienitz of Manhattan, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Becky Finn of Ulysses, Kansas, and Deb Marfield (Walt) of Manhattan; and also, his five grandchildren: Malik, Ian, Zoe, Jacob, and Emily. He was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law, John Krienitz, and his two brothers, Steve Finn and Randy Finn. No services are scheduled at this time. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gregory L. “Greg” Finn, age 71, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Saturday January 1, 2022 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on April 30, 1950, in Hoisington, Kansas, the son of James R. “Bob” Finn and Regene “Jean” (Valerius) Finn. Greg graduated from Hoisington High School in 1968. He continued his education at Barton County Community College, and then attended Kansas State University. Greg enlisted in the Marines in 1969, serving 18 months at Kaneohe Marine Base, Hawaii. He was employed as a computer programmer at Lear Jet in Wichita, McCall Pattern in Manhattan, and Security Benefit Group in Topeka. He owned and operated Finn’s Pub in Manhattan for 22 years, until he retired in 2017. Greg has a passion for playing golf, loved to travel, and enjoyed Kansas State football and basketball. He especially enjoyed spending time at the round table with all his friends and extended family at Finn’s Pub. On October 3, 1970, he was united in marriage to Mary Jane Brown. They later divorced. He was united in marriage to Marcia Krienitz on May 7, 1999. Greg is survived by Marcia, his wife and partner for 27 years; also, his three daughters, Angela (Scott) Fritschie, of Lenexa, Kansas, Diann (Fred Hill) Finn of Overland Park, Kansas, and Tara (Doug) Hartung, of Manhattan, Kansas; his brother, Calvin (Debbie) Finn of Hoisington, Kansas; his mother-in-law Janice Krienitz of Manhattan, Kansas; sisters-in-law, Becky Finn of Ulysses, Kansas, and Deb Marfield (Walt) of Manhattan; and also, his five grandchildren: Malik, Ian, Zoe, Jacob, and Emily. He was preceded in death by his parents, his father-in-law, John Krienitz, and his two brothers, Steve Finn and Randy Finn. No services are scheduled at this time. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gregory L. “Greg” Finn

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr., 62, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Saturday (January 1, 2022) at K. U. Medical Center St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas.

A complete obituary is pending.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Born October 2, 1959 in Wamego, Kansas, Dean was the son of Leroy Dean and Joan (Palenske) Jackson Sr.&nbsp; He married Gina Rogers on October 20, 1984 in Alta Vista, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Celebration of life services will be announced for the spring of 2022.

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr., 62, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Saturday (January 1, 2022) at K. U. Medical Center St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas.A complete obituary is pending.&nbsp; &nbsp;Born October 2, 1959 in Wamego, Kansas, Dean was the son of Leroy Dean and Joan (Palenske) Jackson Sr.&nbsp; He married Gina Rogers on October 20, 1984 in Alta Vista, Kansas.&nbsp; She survives.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.Celebration of life services will be announced for the spring of 2022.

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr.

On Sunday, January 2, Glenn Arthur Herbic, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 94 at the Alma Manor.&nbsp; He was a long-time resident of the community.

Glenn was born in Alma, the son of Oscar and Lena (Rebiskie) Herbic. He attended local schools and graduated in 1945 from Alma High School. He was drafted into the United State Marines and was honorably discharged.

Glenn started working in grade school by helping a local Alma dairy by riding on the fender of a Model A Ford and jumping off and delivering the milk to the various houses. He then worked summers and Saturdays, helping his dad burying and splicing cable for the phone company. Glenn started working for the Railroad on a signal gang in Joliet, Illinois, Denton, Texas, and Liberal Kansas. He worked his way to a full career as a Signal Maintainer. Glenn was based out of Belleville Kansas for the Rock Island Railroad until it's closure in 1980. He then returned to Alma and worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad until his retirement in 1991 after over 45 years .

Glenn loved fishing and hunting, especially with his sons and grandsons. He loved to play pitch and would visit the nursing home weekly to play cards with the residence there. He also enjoyed feeding the birds, raising roses and traveling. Glenn was a prize-winning bowler and coached his sons’ little league baseball team. Glenn was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, and proud of his forty-five-year membership in AA.

Glenn married Beulah Reuter on July 3, 1946, in Alma. After seventy-five years of marriage, she survives at their home.

Glenn is also survived by his children; Stanley Herbic (Susan), Overland Park, Jim Herbic (Lynn), Salina, Patty Lovgren (Burt), Manhattan, and Bob Herbic (Peggy), Olathe; his twelve grandchildren, Mark Herbic, Charley Herbic, Christina Nance, Jessica Simshauser, Jeremy Herbic, Joshua Mall, Mariah Calovich, Kaylie Lovgren, Jack Herbic, Molly Herbic, Andrew Herbic, and Michael Herbic. Glenn was also blessed with eleven great-grandchildren, Nola Herbic, Heidi Nance, Owen Nance, Wyatt Simshauser, Connor Bagwell, Emerson Herbic, Willow Herbic, Autumn Herbic, Marley Calovich, Kaden Williams, and Taylor Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Helen Zaleuke, Edwin “Blackie” Herbic, and Esther Robertson. Glenn now shares a place in heaven with his great-granddaughter, Madie.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Alma. The family will greet friends, at the church beginning at 9:30 a.m. until a Rosary prayer service at 10:30 a.m. They suggest memorial contributions to the Paxico AA or Holy Family Catholic Church, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;

On Sunday, January 2, Glenn Arthur Herbic, loving husband and father of four children, passed away at the age of 94 at the Alma Manor.&nbsp; He was a long-time resident of the community.Glenn was born in Alma, the son of Oscar and Lena (Rebiskie) Herbic. He attended local schools and graduated in 1945 from Alma High School. He was drafted into the United State Marines and was honorably discharged.Glenn started working in grade school by helping a local Alma dairy by riding on the fender of a Model A Ford and jumping off and delivering the milk to the various houses. He then worked summers and Saturdays, helping his dad burying and splicing cable for the phone company. Glenn started working for the Railroad on a signal gang in Joliet, Illinois, Denton, Texas, and Liberal Kansas. He worked his way to a full career as a Signal Maintainer. Glenn was based out of Belleville Kansas for the Rock Island Railroad until it's closure in 1980. He then returned to Alma and worked for the Southern Pacific Railroad until his retirement in 1991 after over 45 years .Glenn loved fishing and hunting, especially with his sons and grandsons. He loved to play pitch and would visit the nursing home weekly to play cards with the residence there. He also enjoyed feeding the birds, raising roses and traveling. Glenn was a prize-winning bowler and coached his sons’ little league baseball team. Glenn was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church, and proud of his forty-five-year membership in AA.Glenn married Beulah Reuter on July 3, 1946, in Alma. After seventy-five years of marriage, she survives at their home.Glenn is also survived by his children; Stanley Herbic (Susan), Overland Park, Jim Herbic (Lynn), Salina, Patty Lovgren (Burt), Manhattan, and Bob Herbic (Peggy), Olathe; his twelve grandchildren, Mark Herbic, Charley Herbic, Christina Nance, Jessica Simshauser, Jeremy Herbic, Joshua Mall, Mariah Calovich, Kaylie Lovgren, Jack Herbic, Molly Herbic, Andrew Herbic, and Michael Herbic. Glenn was also blessed with eleven great-grandchildren, Nola Herbic, Heidi Nance, Owen Nance, Wyatt Simshauser, Connor Bagwell, Emerson Herbic, Willow Herbic, Autumn Herbic, Marley Calovich, Kaden Williams, and Taylor Williams. He was preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Helen Zaleuke, Edwin “Blackie” Herbic, and Esther Robertson. Glenn now shares a place in heaven with his great-granddaughter, Madie.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 8, 2022, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Alma. The family will greet friends, at the church beginning at 9:30 a.m. until a Rosary prayer service at 10:30 a.m. They suggest memorial contributions to the Paxico AA or Holy Family Catholic Church, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.&nbsp;

Glenn Arthur Herbic

George Randolph "Randy" Day, 68, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to the organization of the donor's choice. Randy was born July 29, 1953, in Junction City, KS the son of Robert George and Dorothy Elizabeth (Ucker) Day. Randy graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1971. After his graduation, he worked as a service technician with Chase Electric. He also worked several other jobs in Junction City that included Coca Cola Bottling Company and several construction jobs. At the age of forty one, he enrolled at Kansas State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in education. He started teaching full time in 2004 at Junction City High School as welding instructor. He retired from teaching in August of 2018. While working at Junction City High School, his class built the Christmas Tree in Heritage Park. Randy volunteered as a Boy Scout leader for seventeen years with Boy Scout Troop #61 in Junction City. Other volunteer work included many community sporting events, cooking events and many handyman jobs at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant where he and his family worshiped for many years. Randy truly had a servants heart helping others with various needs. Randy married Virginia A. Haslam June 17, 1978 at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant in Junction City, KS. Survivors include his wife Virginia of the home; two sons, Jeff Day and his girlfriend Crystal of Junction City, KS and Joey Day and his girlfriend Krystal of Junction City, KS; four brothers, Earl Day, John Day, Tom Day and Norman Day; two sisters, Penny Gullet and Barbara Day; six grandchildren, Courtney, Sawyer, Matthew, Della, Jasper and Dottie. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Maggie and one brother, Karl.&nbsp;&nbsp;

George Randolph "Randy" Day, 68, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, January 1, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m. Friday, January 21, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, January 22, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to the organization of the donor's choice. Randy was born July 29, 1953, in Junction City, KS the son of Robert George and Dorothy Elizabeth (Ucker) Day. Randy graduated from Junction City High School with the class of 1971. After his graduation, he worked as a service technician with Chase Electric. He also worked several other jobs in Junction City that included Coca Cola Bottling Company and several construction jobs. At the age of forty one, he enrolled at Kansas State University and graduated with a bachelor's degree in education. He started teaching full time in 2004 at Junction City High School as welding instructor. He retired from teaching in August of 2018. While working at Junction City High School, his class built the Christmas Tree in Heritage Park. Randy volunteered as a Boy Scout leader for seventeen years with Boy Scout Troop #61 in Junction City. Other volunteer work included many community sporting events, cooking events and many handyman jobs at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant where he and his family worshiped for many years. Randy truly had a servants heart helping others with various needs. Randy married Virginia A. Haslam June 17, 1978 at the Episcopal Church of the Covenant in Junction City, KS. Survivors include his wife Virginia of the home; two sons, Jeff Day and his girlfriend Crystal of Junction City, KS and Joey Day and his girlfriend Krystal of Junction City, KS; four brothers, Earl Day, John Day, Tom Day and Norman Day; two sisters, Penny Gullet and Barbara Day; six grandchildren, Courtney, Sawyer, Matthew, Della, Jasper and Dottie. He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Maggie and one brother, Karl.&nbsp;&nbsp;

George Randolph "Randy" Day

Mary Alice Siebold McDonald Fowler, age 91 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Village Manor in Abilene.

She was born on October 31, 1930 at Fact, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Vena (Palmateer) Siebold.  She grew up in the Fact community and was ninth of eleven children.

She married Randall H. McDonald on September 21, 1949.  Randall and Mary were the parents of Corrine, Rhonda, Patty and Vicki.  He preceded her in death in 1977.

She married Joseph Fowler on April 29, 1981.  He preceded her in death in 2001.

Mary was a homemaker and also worked at the Leonardville Nursing Home.  She enjoyed working in her flower garden, caring for others, and going to coffee every day with her friends.



She is survived by two daughters, Rhonda Pultz and husband Arden of Manhattan and Patty Taplin and husband Tom of Abilene; eight grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren and her special friend, Harold Johnson.

In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Corrine McDonald and Vicki McDonald; four brothers and six sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the City of Leonardville to provide a bench or tree in Mary’s honor. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Mary Alice Siebold McDonald Fowler, age 91 of Leonardville, passed away Sunday, December 26, 2021 at Village Manor in Abilene.

She was born on October 31, 1930 at Fact, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Vena (Palmateer) Siebold. She grew up in the Fact community and was ninth of eleven children.

She married Randall H. McDonald on September 21, 1949. Randall and Mary were the parents of Corrine, Rhonda, Patty and Vicki. He preceded her in death in 1977.

She married Joseph Fowler on April 29, 1981. He preceded her in death in 2001.

Mary was a homemaker and also worked at the Leonardville Nursing Home. She enjoyed working in her flower garden, caring for others, and going to coffee every day with her friends.

She is survived by two daughters, Rhonda Pultz and husband Arden of Manhattan and Patty Taplin and husband Tom of Abilene; eight grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren and her special friend, Harold Johnson.

In addition to her husbands, she was preceded in death by her parents; two daughters, Corrine McDonald and Vicki McDonald; four brothers and six sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 3, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be in the Grandview-Mill Creek Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established for the City of Leonardville to provide a bench or tree in Mary’s honor. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Mary Alice Siebold McDonald Fowler

Billie Swenson, 96, of Clay Center, died January 2 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born on March 25, 1925, the daughter of Julius Spires and Lilly Bell (Prosser) Altman.

Billie grew up in Johnsonville, S.C., where she graduated from high school.&nbsp; She attended business school in Asheville, N.C.&nbsp; She married Eugen Swenson on October 26, 1945.&nbsp; The couple moved to Clay Center in in 1954.&nbsp;

Billie was a member of the First Baptist Church, 50 year member of P.E.O., Red Cross volunteer for over 40 years, she was a passionate golfer and member of the Clay Center Country Club for many years and a Meals on Wheels volunteer. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Greg Swenson, 5 brothers and 5 sisters.

Daughter: Nancy and husband, Ben Oard of Inman, Kansas

3 grandchildren, Amy (Greg) Mauck, Benjamin (Jandee) Oard and Brian Oard and 8 great grandchildren.

Private Graveside Funeral Services will be held at a later date.

Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January&nbsp; 4, 2022 from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Clay Center First Baptist Church and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Billie Swenson, 96, of Clay Center, died January 2 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; She was born on March 25, 1925, the daughter of Julius Spires and Lilly Bell (Prosser) Altman.Billie grew up in Johnsonville, S.C., where she graduated from high school.&nbsp; She attended business school in Asheville, N.C.&nbsp; She married Eugen Swenson on October 26, 1945.&nbsp; The couple moved to Clay Center in in 1954.&nbsp;Billie was a member of the First Baptist Church, 50 year member of P.E.O., Red Cross volunteer for over 40 years, she was a passionate golfer and member of the Clay Center Country Club for many years and a Meals on Wheels volunteer. She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; son, Greg Swenson, 5 brothers and 5 sisters.Survivors:Daughter: Nancy and husband, Ben Oard of Inman, Kansas3 grandchildren, Amy (Greg) Mauck, Benjamin (Jandee) Oard and Brian Oard and 8 great grandchildren.Special Friend: Glen SteffenPrivate Graveside Funeral Services will be held at a later date.Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January&nbsp; 4, 2022 from 4-7 PM at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the Clay Center First Baptist Church and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Billie Swenson

Charlotte Arlene Vasseur, age 83, died December 27, 2021, in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born September 21, 1938, to Otis and Mary Francis (Smith) Mailen in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Charlotte was a graduate of Clay Center Community High School. She worked in personnel as a federal employee for decades. Charlotte and her family lived in Clay Center off and on for several years before making their home in Manhattan in 1997. Charlotte was an avid reader and enjoyed crocheting. She collected cookbooks from different regions of the world that she visited and compiled her own personal cookbooks from recipes she found from those different countries.&nbsp; Above all other hobbies Charlotte loved to travel. She along with her daughter and sisters traveled all over the United States and various other countries.&nbsp; Charlotte was a Daughter of the American Revolution. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Shirley Kimball and Janice Mailen

Sister: Mary Jane Patterson of Denver, CO

Funeral Services:&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will take place in the spring&nbsp;

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;St. Jude Childrens Hospital c/o the funeral home

Charlotte Arlene Vasseur, age 83, died December 27, 2021, in Manhattan, Kansas.&nbsp; She was born September 21, 1938, to Otis and Mary Francis (Smith) Mailen in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp; Charlotte was a graduate of Clay Center Community High School. She worked in personnel as a federal employee for decades. Charlotte and her family lived in Clay Center off and on for several years before making their home in Manhattan in 1997. Charlotte was an avid reader and enjoyed crocheting. She collected cookbooks from different regions of the world that she visited and compiled her own personal cookbooks from recipes she found from those different countries.&nbsp; Above all other hobbies Charlotte loved to travel. She along with her daughter and sisters traveled all over the United States and various other countries.&nbsp; Charlotte was a Daughter of the American Revolution. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sisters, Shirley Kimball and Janice MailenSurvivors:Daughter: Donna Vasseur of Manhattan, KSBrother: Edward Mailen of Fort Worth, TXSister: Mary Jane Patterson of Denver, COSeveral nieces and nephewsFuneral Services:&nbsp; A Celebration of Life will take place in the spring&nbsp;Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;St. Jude Childrens Hospital c/o the funeral home

Charlotte Arlene Vasseur

Shirley (Andree) Fleuter, 69, of Chapman, Kansas passed away, surrounded by love, at Memorial Hospital in Abilene, KS on December 27th 2021.

She was born on July 8, 1952 in Ada, Minnesota, the daughter of Donald and Vera (Paul) Andree. Shirley grew up and lived in Wisconsin where she had three children. She was united in marriage to Daniel Fleuter on April 30, 2005, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In NM, she spent time loving and caring for her aging parents, finally settling with Dan in Kansas. Fishing at the lake, dancing, long talks with family, her grand and great-grandchildren and furbabies warmed her heart the most. Her big heart, compassion, forgiveness, and colorful language choices will be unforgettable.

Shirley is survived by her loving husband Daniel. Three daughters: Lisa Lang, Tina (Partner Bryan) Van Brocklin, Tracy (Scott) Chapman. Two sons: Terry Dunwald, Eric (Partner Chris) Fleuter. One Sister: Bonnie (Robert) Brugger. Two Brothers: Frank Andree, Freddie (Cheryl) Andree deceased December 28 2021. Fifteen Grandchildren: Bryan, Rebecca, Ashley, Kyle, Nicholas, Dylan, Tara, Crystal, Alex, Jacob, Bryan Jr, Paisley, Kaicen, Eli, and Ava. Nineteen great-grandchildren: Kaedyn, Caleb, Breleigh, Arian-Jace, Kaelynn, Maddilynn, Alex Jr, Parker, Bryce, Kaleigh, Ka’lasia, Nayelli, Za’Kyla, Keaton, Kaesyn, Khaliyah, Khalani, Peyton, and Adalynn. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Shirley’s wishes were to be cremated. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Wisconsin. Arrangements by Danner Funeral Home of Abilene.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shirley (Andree) Fleuter, 69, of Chapman, Kansas passed away, surrounded by love, at Memorial Hospital in Abilene, KS on December 27th 2021. She was born on July 8, 1952 in Ada, Minnesota, the daughter of Donald and Vera (Paul) Andree. Shirley grew up and lived in Wisconsin where she had three children. She was united in marriage to Daniel Fleuter on April 30, 2005, in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In NM, she spent time loving and caring for her aging parents, finally settling with Dan in Kansas. Fishing at the lake, dancing, long talks with family, her grand and great-grandchildren and furbabies warmed her heart the most. Her big heart, compassion, forgiveness, and colorful language choices will be unforgettable. Shirley is survived by her loving husband Daniel. Three daughters: Lisa Lang, Tina (Partner Bryan) Van Brocklin, Tracy (Scott) Chapman. Two sons: Terry Dunwald, Eric (Partner Chris) Fleuter. One Sister: Bonnie (Robert) Brugger. Two Brothers: Frank Andree, Freddie (Cheryl) Andree deceased December 28 2021. Fifteen Grandchildren: Bryan, Rebecca, Ashley, Kyle, Nicholas, Dylan, Tara, Crystal, Alex, Jacob, Bryan Jr, Paisley, Kaicen, Eli, and Ava. Nineteen great-grandchildren: Kaedyn, Caleb, Breleigh, Arian-Jace, Kaelynn, Maddilynn, Alex Jr, Parker, Bryce, Kaleigh, Ka’lasia, Nayelli, Za’Kyla, Keaton, Kaesyn, Khaliyah, Khalani, Peyton, and Adalynn. She also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents. Shirley’s wishes were to be cremated. Inurnment will take place at a later date in Wisconsin. Arrangements by Danner Funeral Home of Abilene.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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