&nbsp;Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr, 64, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS.

&nbsp;Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr, 64, Junction City, KS, passed away Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Junction City. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS.

Dr. Allan D. Holiday, Jr,

Dorothy D. Carlyon, 80, Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to either the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library (230 W. 7th Street, Junction City, KS 66441) or Friends of Animals (P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS 66441).

Dorothy D. Carlyon, 80, Junction City, KS, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to either the Dorothy Bramlage Public Library (230 W. 7th Street, Junction City, KS 66441) or Friends of Animals (P.O. Box 580, Junction City, KS 66441).

Dorothy D. Carlyon

Sondra Marlene Rookstool, age 84, died December 14, 2021, in Clay Center, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1937, to Ivan and Doris (Haas) Bandy. Sondra grew up in Vining, KS and later moved to the Clay Center area. She married Samuel Rookstool on June 22, 1963. He survives of the home. Sondra worked as a certified nursing assistant but spent most of her time being a great wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to read, sew, garden, and cook. She raised chickens for many years and loved her cats. Sondra had a way of telling jokes. She would often laugh in the middle of her joke, which always made the joke even more funny. Sondra was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; sons, Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool and sister, Sharon Mains

Husband: Samuel Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Linda (Paul) Olson of Concordia, KS

Son: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

Son: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS

21 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren

Funeral Services:&nbsp;December 17, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KS

Services will live stream on the Clay Center Wesleyan Church website.&nbsp; https://claycenterwesleyan.com/watch-live/

Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 16, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

Sondra Marlene Rookstool, age 84, died December 14, 2021, in Clay Center, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1937, to Ivan and Doris (Haas) Bandy. Sondra grew up in Vining, KS and later moved to the Clay Center area. She married Samuel Rookstool on June 22, 1963. He survives of the home. Sondra worked as a certified nursing assistant but spent most of her time being a great wife, mother, and grandmother. She loved to read, sew, garden, and cook. She raised chickens for many years and loved her cats. Sondra had a way of telling jokes. She would often laugh in the middle of her joke, which always made the joke even more funny. Sondra was a member of the Clay Center Wesleyan Church. &nbsp;She is preceded in death by her parents; daughters, Claudia Greathouse and Patricia Cornett; sons, Jim Cornett and Shane Rookstool and sister, Sharon MainsSurvivors:Husband: Samuel Rookstool of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Linda (Paul) Olson of Concordia, KSSon: Robert (Lisa) Rookstool of Clay Center, KSSon: Shawn (Amanda) Rookstool of Clay Center, KS21 Grandchildren and 20 Great GrandchildrenFuneral Services:&nbsp;December 17, 2021, at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center Wesleyan Church in Clay Center, KSServices will live stream on the Clay Center Wesleyan Church website.&nbsp; https://claycenterwesleyan.com/watch-live/Visitation:&nbsp;Thursday, December 16, 2021, from 5-7 p.m. at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Meadowlark Hospice or Clay Center Wesleyan Church c/o the funeral home

Sondra Marlene Rookstool

Sherri Rae Kohman, 68 of Abilene, KS, entered into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at St. John's Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma after battling COVID-19 for several weeks. She was born June 9, 1953 in Satanta, KS the daughter of Gale and Betty Jo (Unger) Young. She graduated from Satanta High School and received her BS in Nursing from Kansas Wesleyan University. Sherri worked for Hospice of Dickinson County for almost ten years and Abilene Memorial Hospital in the Rose Unit. When you think of Sherri the words compassion, sweetness, friendship, and love come to mind. She had a sweet spirit and loved well. She lived her life for Jesus and strived to live it under His direction. If you had the chance to meet Sherri, then you got to experience the hands and feet of Jesus. Her love for God was second to none and she loved to serve those around her. Sherri would stop and pray with you and she always had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. She loved being a mother and grandmother more than anything. She was a stay-at-home mom until her children went to school. In her mid 40’s while still raising her family Sherri completed her BSN in nursing. She would go on to work in several nursing positions, working several years as a home health and hospice nurse taking care of patients and families in their end of life journey. When Sherri was not working, she loved her grandkids and could be found anywhere across the state of Kansas at the homes of her children spending time with the Grands. In retirement, Sherri had also taken on the volunteer position of Director of meals on wheels in Abilene. She so loved delivering meals and serving the clients with a smile. Sherri has finished the race with endurance. We can hear the words of the Father, “Well done my good and faithful servant”. In honor of Sherri’s legacy, do something kind for someone each day! Sherri is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kohman of the home, mother Betty Jo Young Satanta, KS, sister Gaila Ross (Perry) Satanta, KS, and brother in law Dennis Kohman Topeka, KS, her children Micah Wood (Bethany), Satanta, KS, Caleb Wood (Julie), Edgerton, KS, Nathan Wood (Shana) Rossville, KS Jacob Wood (Jacqueline) Salina, KS and Rachel Avery (Ben) Tipton, KS, Max Kohman (Kristy) Abilene, KS, Robert Kohman (Teri) Abilene, KS, Alisa Crowninshield (Ray) Concordia, KS, and an abundance of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Services for Sherri will be 10:30 Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Community Bible Church in Abilene with Pastor Dave Parker officiating. Another service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday December 20, 2021 in Satanta, Kansas at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Tutor officiating. Burial will follow in the Young Family Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from 5:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

 Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Dickinson County, Meals on Wheels, or to the First Southern Baptist Church of Abilene and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherri Rae Kohman, 68 of Abilene, KS, entered into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, December 12, 2021, at St. John's Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma after battling COVID-19 for several weeks. She was born June 9, 1953 in Satanta, KS the daughter of Gale and Betty Jo (Unger) Young. She graduated from Satanta High School and received her BS in Nursing from Kansas Wesleyan University. Sherri worked for Hospice of Dickinson County for almost ten years and Abilene Memorial Hospital in the Rose Unit. When you think of Sherri the words compassion, sweetness, friendship, and love come to mind. She had a sweet spirit and loved well. She lived her life for Jesus and strived to live it under His direction. If you had the chance to meet Sherri, then you got to experience the hands and feet of Jesus. Her love for God was second to none and she loved to serve those around her. Sherri would stop and pray with you and she always had a way of making you feel like you were the most important person in the room. She loved being a mother and grandmother more than anything. She was a stay-at-home mom until her children went to school. In her mid 40’s while still raising her family Sherri completed her BSN in nursing. She would go on to work in several nursing positions, working several years as a home health and hospice nurse taking care of patients and families in their end of life journey. When Sherri was not working, she loved her grandkids and could be found anywhere across the state of Kansas at the homes of her children spending time with the Grands. In retirement, Sherri had also taken on the volunteer position of Director of meals on wheels in Abilene. She so loved delivering meals and serving the clients with a smile. Sherri has finished the race with endurance. We can hear the words of the Father, “Well done my good and faithful servant”. In honor of Sherri’s legacy, do something kind for someone each day! Sherri is survived by her husband, Kenneth Kohman of the home, mother Betty Jo Young Satanta, KS, sister Gaila Ross (Perry) Satanta, KS, and brother in law Dennis Kohman Topeka, KS, her children Micah Wood (Bethany), Satanta, KS, Caleb Wood (Julie), Edgerton, KS, Nathan Wood (Shana) Rossville, KS Jacob Wood (Jacqueline) Salina, KS and Rachel Avery (Ben) Tipton, KS, Max Kohman (Kristy) Abilene, KS, Robert Kohman (Teri) Abilene, KS, Alisa Crowninshield (Ray) Concordia, KS, and an abundance of grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Services for Sherri will be 10:30 Saturday, December 18, 2021 at the Community Bible Church in Abilene with Pastor Dave Parker officiating. Another service will be 1:00 p.m. Monday December 20, 2021 in Satanta, Kansas at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Phil Tutor officiating. Burial will follow in the Young Family Cemetery. Friends may greet the family from 5:00 pm – 7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of Dickinson County, Meals on Wheels, or to the First Southern Baptist Church of Abilene and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sherri Rae Kohman

Complete obituary information is pending at this time in care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

12/17/2021 10:00 a.m. Friday Seven Dolors Catholic Church Juliette and Pierre Streets Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan

Complete obituary information is pending at this time in care of the&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Mass of&nbsp; Chistian Burial12/17/2021 10:00 a.m. Friday Seven Dolors Catholic Church Juliette and Pierre Streets Manhattan, Kansas 66502 Interment will follow the services at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan

Kenni Cantu

Sharon Louise Jensen, age 78, a longtime Manhattan resident, died December 12, 2021, in Tonganoxie. She was born January 28, 1943, in Shelbina, Missouri, the daughter of Jesse and Anna (Hockaday) Wood. Sharon graduated from Wakefield High School in 1961. She had worked for DK Donuts in Manhattan and was a CNA and CMA for 30 plus years. Sharon attended the First United Methodist Church when in Manhattan with her parents. She enjoyed going to the casino, crocheting, fishing, drawing and art work, gardening and spoiling her pets. Survivors include her five children: James McKenzie (Annie) of McLouth, KS, Lorie McKenzie-Miller (Douglas) of Manhattan, Angie McKenzie-Perez (John) of Kansas City, KS, Paula McKenzie-Davis (Jeff) of St. George, KS, and Mary Ferguson-Greco (Angelo) of Tonganoxie, KS; grandchildren: Courtney Jean Owens, Christopher, Jesse and Dakota Webber, Andrew McKenzie, John Perez III, Kaci Jo Davis-Willingham, Timothy Davis, Alexandra Davis-Schlegel, McKenzie Davis, Haylee Greco, Abigail Greco and Natalena Fritz-Greco; and 13 great-grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her father, her mother and step-father Anna and Samuel Petty, and her brother James Wood. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sharon Louise Jensen, age 78, a longtime Manhattan resident, died December 12, 2021, in Tonganoxie. She was born January 28, 1943, in Shelbina, Missouri, the daughter of Jesse and Anna (Hockaday) Wood. Sharon graduated from Wakefield High School in 1961. She had worked for DK Donuts in Manhattan and was a CNA and CMA for 30 plus years. Sharon attended the First United Methodist Church when in Manhattan with her parents. She enjoyed going to the casino, crocheting, fishing, drawing and art work, gardening and spoiling her pets. Survivors include her five children: James McKenzie (Annie) of McLouth, KS, Lorie McKenzie-Miller (Douglas) of Manhattan, Angie McKenzie-Perez (John) of Kansas City, KS, Paula McKenzie-Davis (Jeff) of St. George, KS, and Mary Ferguson-Greco (Angelo) of Tonganoxie, KS; grandchildren: Courtney Jean Owens, Christopher, Jesse and Dakota Webber, Andrew McKenzie, John Perez III, Kaci Jo Davis-Willingham, Timothy Davis, Alexandra Davis-Schlegel, McKenzie Davis, Haylee Greco, Abigail Greco and Natalena Fritz-Greco; and 13 great-grandchildren. Sharon was preceded in death by her father, her mother and step-father Anna and Samuel Petty, and her brother James Wood. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, December 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Reverend Melanie Nord officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS, is assisting the family with arrangements.

Sharon Louise Jensen

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt, 93, of Paxico, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka. She was a member of the community since 1949.

Anna was born on April 27, 1928, in rural Sabetha, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Louise (Bauerle) Ackerman. She attended local schools in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School. She then took a 6-week business course in Topeka.

Anna married Arthur Gehrt on May 8, 1949, in Sabetha. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2005.

Anna was a farm wife and homemaker. She was an active partner in the family dairy and farming operation north of Paxico. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and taught Sunday School. She was a past 4-H Leader. She enjoyed bird watching and in her younger years, square dancing. Anna’s family was very important to her, and she loved spending time with them, especially with her grand and great-grandchildren.

Anna is survived by her daughter, Joyce Heigert (Tom), Paxico; her grandchildren, Michelle Stuhlsatz (David), Paxico, Lisa Boetel (Kieth), Omaha, Nebraska, Lori Dickman, Hays, Anthony Heigert (Amber), Paxico, and Michael Heigert (Heather), Manhattan; her sister, Julia Jackson (Joe), Topeka and her brother, Robert Ackerman (Alma), Seneca; nineteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Anna was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Twila Johnson, Wilma Jean Thompson, and George Ackerman.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in McFarland. Anna will lie-in-state, Friday, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Midland Hospice House or Trinity Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt, 93, of Paxico, Kansas, died Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka. She was a member of the community since 1949.Anna was born on April 27, 1928, in rural Sabetha, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Louise (Bauerle) Ackerman. She attended local schools in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School. She then took a 6-week business course in Topeka.Anna married Arthur Gehrt on May 8, 1949, in Sabetha. He preceded her in death on March 29, 2005.Anna was a farm wife and homemaker. She was an active partner in the family dairy and farming operation north of Paxico. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, where she was a member of the Ladies Aid Society and taught Sunday School. She was a past 4-H Leader. She enjoyed bird watching and in her younger years, square dancing. Anna’s family was very important to her, and she loved spending time with them, especially with her grand and great-grandchildren.Anna is survived by her daughter, Joyce Heigert (Tom), Paxico; her grandchildren, Michelle Stuhlsatz (David), Paxico, Lisa Boetel (Kieth), Omaha, Nebraska, Lori Dickman, Hays, Anthony Heigert (Amber), Paxico, and Michael Heigert (Heather), Manhattan; her sister, Julia Jackson (Joe), Topeka and her brother, Robert Ackerman (Alma), Seneca; nineteen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. Anna was also preceded in death by her parents and siblings, Twila Johnson, Wilma Jean Thompson, and George Ackerman.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in McFarland. Anna will lie-in-state, Friday, beginning at 4:00 p.m. The family will greet friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m.. They suggest memorial contributions to Midland Hospice House or Trinity Lutheran Church, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp;

Anna Wihelmina Gehrt

Barbara Winkler McLain, 85, of Topeka, Kansas, died, Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka. She was a long-time resident of the area.

Barbara was born July 9, 1936, in Topeka, KS to Norman and Clara Mueller Winkler. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, KS.

She attended local schools and then began a 27-year career working for the Federal government as a clerk. She was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Topeka, KS, Robbins Air Base, Warner Robbins, GA, and then for the United States Coast Guard in Topeka, KS.

Barbara married William Schott and they were later divorced. She married Fred Berrong and he preceded her in death. Barbara later married Jim McLain. They were divorced.

After she retired, she was active in the Topeka Community as a volunteer and a member of several organizations. She was a member of the Lowman United Methodist Church and was Vice-President of the Lowman Women’s organization. She served on the board of the Topeka National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). She was a member of the Shepherd’s Center, the Sunflower Sod Stompers, and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society. In the past she volunteered at the Topeka “Old Prairie Town,” and the Wabaunsee County Museum in Alma, KS. She loved to sing and participated in the Lowman Church Choir, sang in several community choirs and the Sweet Adeline’s. She also enjoyed traveling and went on tours to Israel, Russia and Hawaii.

She is survived by her daughter Denise Schott-Malek, Rockford, IL, granddaughter Marly Schott, Chicago, IL, grandson Bryan Malek, Jr., Superior, WI, step-Granddaughter Sophie Gaziano, Rockford, IL, step-daughter-in-law Katheryn Berrong, Jeffersonville, IN, step-grandsons Michael Berrong, Zionsville, IN and Craig Berrong, Louisville, KY, a brother, Alan Winkler and his wife Effa, McFarland, KS and their children, Jeff Winkler, Corinth, TX and Amy Adams, Topeka. She was also preceded in death by her parents, step-son Finney Berrong, and step-grandson Kevin Berrong.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021, at Lowman Methodist Church in Topeka. Pastor Tony Haven will be officiating. A graveside inurnment will follow in McFarland City Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Lowman United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Research Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Barbara Winkler McLain, 85, of Topeka, Kansas, died, Friday, December 10, 2021, at the Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka. She was a long-time resident of the area.Barbara was born July 9, 1936, in Topeka, KS to Norman and Clara Mueller Winkler. She was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in McFarland, KS.She attended local schools and then began a 27-year career working for the Federal government as a clerk. She was employed by the Kansas National Guard in Topeka, KS, Robbins Air Base, Warner Robbins, GA, and then for the United States Coast Guard in Topeka, KS.Barbara married William Schott and they were later divorced. She married Fred Berrong and he preceded her in death. Barbara later married Jim McLain. They were divorced.After she retired, she was active in the Topeka Community as a volunteer and a member of several organizations. She was a member of the Lowman United Methodist Church and was Vice-President of the Lowman Women’s organization. She served on the board of the Topeka National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association (NARFE). She was a member of the Shepherd’s Center, the Sunflower Sod Stompers, and the Wabaunsee County Historical Society. In the past she volunteered at the Topeka “Old Prairie Town,” and the Wabaunsee County Museum in Alma, KS. She loved to sing and participated in the Lowman Church Choir, sang in several community choirs and the Sweet Adeline’s. She also enjoyed traveling and went on tours to Israel, Russia and Hawaii.She is survived by her daughter Denise Schott-Malek, Rockford, IL, granddaughter Marly Schott, Chicago, IL, grandson Bryan Malek, Jr., Superior, WI, step-Granddaughter Sophie Gaziano, Rockford, IL, step-daughter-in-law Katheryn Berrong, Jeffersonville, IN, step-grandsons Michael Berrong, Zionsville, IN and Craig Berrong, Louisville, KY, a brother, Alan Winkler and his wife Effa, McFarland, KS and their children, Jeff Winkler, Corinth, TX and Amy Adams, Topeka. She was also preceded in death by her parents, step-son Finney Berrong, and step-grandson Kevin Berrong.A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021, at Lowman Methodist Church in Topeka. Pastor Tony Haven will be officiating. A graveside inurnment will follow in McFarland City Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to Lowman United Methodist Church or the Alzheimer’s Research Fund, and those may be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;

Barbara Winkler McLain

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer, 51, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at 3:20 a.m. on Tuesday November 23, 2021 in her home with her family at her side, following a courageous 3-year-long battle with ALS.

Born January 12, 1970 in Blair, Nebraska,&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Floyd W. and Marilyn Flavell Stewart.&nbsp;She married Kurt M. Messmer on January 16, 1988 in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;

Survivors include her husband, Kurt; a son, Luke M. Messmer (Caitlin Ballou) of Manhattan, KS; a daughter, Mariah L. Reyes (Israel Reyes) of Manhattan, KS; three sisters, Cheri Nikkila of Ord, NE, Carmon Petters of Wayne, NE and Kristy Longe of Bridgewater, SD; two brothers, Dan Stewart of Lexington, NE and Mike Kellums of Fremont, NE; many nieces and nephews; and her father in law and mother in law,&nbsp; Donald and Sally Messmer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ron Stewart and Kenny Locker; and a sister, Kathy Kellums-Duvall.

Bonnie earned her Associate Degree in Data Processing and Computer Programming from Central Community College in Grand Island, Nebraska in 1990.&nbsp; After moving to Manhattan in 2003, Bonnie was employed with Century Business Systems until leaving to work in the Statistics Department at Kansas State University as an Office Manager.&nbsp; She retired due to her health in June of 2019.

&nbsp;Bonnie found great joy caring and providing for highschool and college-age students. She and Kurt hosted International Students through Helping International Students (HIS) at Kansas State. She claimed many "adopted"&nbsp;children throughout the globe who number far too many to list here; however, a few are Kessinnee Chitakasempornkul of Thailand, Anthony Lafourt of Belgium, Oscar Hedlöf of Sweden, and Marilyn Nitto of Japan. Bonnie was an avid Harry Potter fan, an accomplished baker, and a cook who delighted in providing feasts for her many children, adopted and natural.

Bonnie fought bravely after being diagnosed with ALS in October of 2018 and took part in the NurOwn ALS study trial program at the Mayo Clinic. A great source of joy for her during this time was her service dog, a golden retriever named Rosi, who while in Bonnie’s care also had a litter of her own.

Bonnie was the consummate mother, whose greatest joy in life was caring for those around her whether they asked for it or not. Her infectiously positive attitude and generous loving heart will be sorely missed by all who knew her.

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

A life celebration service is planned for Saturday (January 15, 2022) at 11:00 am at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp; Reverend Kelly Pittman will officiate.

Memorial contributions are requested to the ALS Association and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer, 51, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at 3:20 a.m. on Tuesday November 23, 2021 in her home with her family at her side, following a courageous 3-year-long battle with ALS.Born January 12, 1970 in Blair, Nebraska,&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Floyd W. and Marilyn Flavell Stewart.&nbsp;She married Kurt M. Messmer on January 16, 1988 in McCook, Nebraska.&nbsp;Survivors include her husband, Kurt; a son, Luke M. Messmer (Caitlin Ballou) of Manhattan, KS; a daughter, Mariah L. Reyes (Israel Reyes) of Manhattan, KS; three sisters, Cheri Nikkila of Ord, NE, Carmon Petters of Wayne, NE and Kristy Longe of Bridgewater, SD; two brothers, Dan Stewart of Lexington, NE and Mike Kellums of Fremont, NE; many nieces and nephews; and her father in law and mother in law,&nbsp; Donald and Sally Messmer.&nbsp;&nbsp;Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ron Stewart and Kenny Locker; and a sister, Kathy Kellums-Duvall.Bonnie earned her Associate Degree in Data Processing and Computer Programming from Central Community College in Grand Island, Nebraska in 1990.&nbsp; After moving to Manhattan in 2003, Bonnie was employed with Century Business Systems until leaving to work in the Statistics Department at Kansas State University as an Office Manager.&nbsp; She retired due to her health in June of 2019.&nbsp;Bonnie found great joy caring and providing for highschool and college-age students. She and Kurt hosted International Students through Helping International Students (HIS) at Kansas State. She claimed many "adopted"&nbsp;children throughout the globe who number far too many to list here; however, a few are Kessinnee Chitakasempornkul of Thailand, Anthony Lafourt of Belgium, Oscar Hedlöf of Sweden, and Marilyn Nitto of Japan. Bonnie was an avid Harry Potter fan, an accomplished baker, and a cook who delighted in providing feasts for her many children, adopted and natural.Bonnie fought bravely after being diagnosed with ALS in October of 2018 and took part in the NurOwn ALS study trial program at the Mayo Clinic. A great source of joy for her during this time was her service dog, a golden retriever named Rosi, who while in Bonnie’s care also had a litter of her own.Bonnie was the consummate mother, whose greatest joy in life was caring for those around her whether they asked for it or not. Her infectiously positive attitude and generous loving heart will be sorely missed by all who knew her.Cremation arrangements are in the care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.A life celebration service is planned for Saturday (January 15, 2022) at 11:00 am at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp; Reverend Kelly Pittman will officiate.Memorial contributions are requested to the ALS Association and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Bonnette L. “Bonnie” Messmer

Martha Ann Parry, 78, of Alma, Kansas, formerly of Benton, Kansas, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 in her home.

Born March 13, 1943 in Wichita, Kansas, Martha was the daughter of Walter and Alma Phares Duncan. She was united in marriage to Robert E. Parry on August 28, 1965 at Naval Air Station Barber's Point, Hawaii. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2020.

A longtime resident of Benton, Kansas, Martha recently moved to Alma to be near family. She was a member of Chapel Hill Fellowship Church in Wichita where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, solving crossword puzzles and studying Civil War history, but her greatest joy was being with her grandchildren and following their activities.

Martha stayed at home to raise her family. She later was the City Clerk for Benton, Kansas and an assistant Librarian for Benton Elementary School.

Survivors include two sons, Douglas R. Parry (Jeanne) of Paxico, KS and Daryn R. Parry (Andrea Haines) of Borger, TX; five grandchildren, Lanson Parry, Rhett Parry, Gage Parry, Gavin Parry and Grant Parry; a brother, Gerald Duncan (Janet) of Girard, KS; a sister in law, Pat Grove (Don) of El Dorado, KS; and several nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Parry was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; a brother, R. J. Duncan; and a nephew, Brandon Duncan.

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

Graveside inurnment services will be held Saturday afternoon (December 18, 2021) at the Benton Cemetery in Benton, Kansas with Pastor Jeff Gannon officiating.

The family will meet with friends following the service at the Benton Community Building.

Memorials may be made to Chapel Hill Fellowship or the American Diabetes Association and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Martha Ann Parry, 78, of Alma, Kansas, formerly of Benton, Kansas, died Sunday, November 7, 2021 in her home.Born March 13, 1943 in Wichita, Kansas, Martha was the daughter of Walter and Alma Phares Duncan. She was united in marriage to Robert E. Parry on August 28, 1965 at Naval Air Station Barber's Point, Hawaii. He preceded her in death on August 31, 2020.A longtime resident of Benton, Kansas, Martha recently moved to Alma to be near family. She was a member of Chapel Hill Fellowship Church in Wichita where she enjoyed singing in the choir. She also enjoyed cross-stitching, solving crossword puzzles and studying Civil War history, but her greatest joy was being with her grandchildren and following their activities.Martha stayed at home to raise her family. She later was the City Clerk for Benton, Kansas and an assistant Librarian for Benton Elementary School.Survivors include two sons, Douglas R. Parry (Jeanne) of Paxico, KS and Daryn R. Parry (Andrea Haines) of Borger, TX; five grandchildren, Lanson Parry, Rhett Parry, Gage Parry, Gavin Parry and Grant Parry; a brother, Gerald Duncan (Janet) of Girard, KS; a sister in law, Pat Grove (Don) of El Dorado, KS; and several nieces and nephews.Mrs. Parry was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Bob; a brother, R. J. Duncan; and a nephew, Brandon Duncan.Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Alma.Graveside inurnment services will be held Saturday afternoon (December 18, 2021) at the Benton Cemetery in Benton, Kansas with Pastor Jeff Gannon officiating.The family will meet with friends following the service at the Benton Community Building.Memorials may be made to Chapel Hill Fellowship or the American Diabetes Association and can be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Martha Ann Parry

Chuck was born May 10, 1946, in Clay Center, Kansas to Martin Edward (Ed) Bauer and Mildred (Jackson) Bauer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Chuck worked in his grandfather D.D. Jackson’s electric repair shop and developed a life-long interest in electronics and all things electrical.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Clay County Community High School Class of 1964 and attended an Electronics trade school in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He made his home in Mission, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He worked in several electronics businesses as well as the Kansas City, Missouri School District prior to joining the Kansas City Star where he had a 26-year career.&nbsp; He also owned an air conditioning and variety store for 20 years in Kansas City.&nbsp;

Chuck loved motorcycles, especially his Harley Davidson, which he rode with a group of friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Charlie met Sherry (Walker) Mc Meins in 1979 and they were married April 2, 2004, in Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; After retirement, Charlie and Sherry moved to Mc Allen, Texas for health reasons.

Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, Parents, Edward Bauer and Mildred Bauer, and brother, Mikel Dale Bauer.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Sherry and her children, James Mc Meins and Kelly Mc Meins of Olathe, Kansas, five grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, his sister, Debora “Debbie” Tillett of Burleson, TX and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A private burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation with family and friends will be held at a later date and will be announced by the funeral home.

Chuck was born May 10, 1946, in Clay Center, Kansas to Martin Edward (Ed) Bauer and Mildred (Jackson) Bauer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Chuck worked in his grandfather D.D. Jackson’s electric repair shop and developed a life-long interest in electronics and all things electrical.&nbsp; He was a graduate of Clay County Community High School Class of 1964 and attended an Electronics trade school in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He made his home in Mission, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp; He worked in several electronics businesses as well as the Kansas City, Missouri School District prior to joining the Kansas City Star where he had a 26-year career.&nbsp; He also owned an air conditioning and variety store for 20 years in Kansas City.&nbsp;Chuck loved motorcycles, especially his Harley Davidson, which he rode with a group of friends.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Charlie met Sherry (Walker) Mc Meins in 1979 and they were married April 2, 2004, in Olathe, Kansas.&nbsp; After retirement, Charlie and Sherry moved to Mc Allen, Texas for health reasons.Chuck is preceded in death by his parents, Parents, Edward Bauer and Mildred Bauer, and brother, Mikel Dale Bauer.&nbsp; He is survived by his wife Sherry and her children, James Mc Meins and Kelly Mc Meins of Olathe, Kansas, five grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, his sister, Debora “Debbie” Tillett of Burleson, TX and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A private burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation with family and friends will be held at a later date and will be announced by the funeral home.

Charles Bauer

Orin Ballard, 92 died December 10, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on January 31, 1929, in O'Donnell, TX, the son of Orin G. and Florence (Meadors) Ballard.&nbsp; Orin was raised in Baird, TX.&nbsp; He served in the US Army and was stationed in Newfoundland and Fort Riley.&nbsp; Orin married Rebecca Rogers on January 16, 1959.&nbsp; They made their home in Monahans, Texas where Orin worked as a tool pusher in the oil fields.&nbsp; After retiring, Orin and Rebecca moved to Clay Center, KS. Rebecca preceded him in death on March 14, 2019.&nbsp; Orin enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister.

Daughter: Lanita and husband Bruce Laffery of Clay Center, KS

Son: Jeff and wife Tamra Ballard of Noble, OK

7 Grandchildren, 20 Great-Grandchildren and 4 Great-Great-grandchildren

Memorials:&nbsp; Clay Center Zoo or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral home

Memorial services will be held at a later date and will be announced by the funeral home

Orin Ballard, 92 died December 10, 2021, in Clay Center, KS.&nbsp; He was born on January 31, 1929, in O'Donnell, TX, the son of Orin G. and Florence (Meadors) Ballard.&nbsp; Orin was raised in Baird, TX.&nbsp; He served in the US Army and was stationed in Newfoundland and Fort Riley.&nbsp; Orin married Rebecca Rogers on January 16, 1959.&nbsp; They made their home in Monahans, Texas where Orin worked as a tool pusher in the oil fields.&nbsp; After retiring, Orin and Rebecca moved to Clay Center, KS. Rebecca preceded him in death on March 14, 2019.&nbsp; Orin enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.&nbsp; He was also preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister.Survivors:Daughter: Lanita and husband Bruce Laffery of Clay Center, KSSon: Jeff and wife Tamra Ballard of Noble, OK7 Grandchildren, 20 Great-Grandchildren and 4 Great-Great-grandchildrenMemorials:&nbsp; Clay Center Zoo or Meadowlark Hospice c/o the funeral homeMemorial services will be held at a later date and will be announced by the funeral home

Orin Ballard

Harold Harry Walker, age 84, passed away on December 9, 2021, at the Nicol Home in Glasco

He was born February 6, 1937, in rural Cloud County to Glen and Sophia (Babe)Gunter Walker.

The house that he was born in is the same house that he lived in until he fell and broke his hip June 19, 2020. He then moved into the nursing home. He had always said that he wanted to die in the same house he was born in, unfortunately he was unable to do so.

He attended grade school at the Carmel School House, two miles north of his house. He rode his horse, Spot, to school and then told the horse to go home. Which it did!! Then his mom would send the horse back to get him after school. He always had a special way with horses. He was active in 4-H and enjoyed showing his champion sheep. He attended Miltonvale Rural High School and graduated in 1955. After high school he worked for Chevrolet dealerships in Clay Center and Great Bend.

In 1957 he met the love of his life on a blind date. He married Patricia Ruth Christian on May 10, 1959. This year they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary with their granddaughter, Crystal and husband Joe who shared the same anniversary date.

Harold's dad passed away in February before he and Pat were married. They took over the farming operation and made their home on the family farm in Colfax township. They were blessed with 3 children, Jeanine Christine, Harold Wayne, and Stanley Lynn. Harold taught his children the values of hard work and farm family life. Together they worked the land raising wheat, milo, and soybeans. Over the years there were several hundred head of sheep, cattle, and pigs to take care of also. Many long hot days of summer were spent putting up small bales of hay, where you could hear him say "Off your butt and on your feet, out of the shade and in the heat". Don't know who was more excited when New Holland came out with a big round baler, Harold, or the boys. Harold was one of the first farmers in the area to own one. He then went into custom hay business. He soon discovered that he needed a way to move the bales and a big feeder to feed them in, so he went to the drawing board and designed a bale spear and bale feeder. Soon he was making and selling them to everyone that he had baled hay for.

In addition to all the farm work, he and his cousin, Leland sheared sheep all over the country during the time that they raised sheep. He broke and trained horses for several area ranchers. Then in the 70's, when the farming economy went crazy, Harold went to work welding at night at GT and Hutch in Clay Center.

Harold enjoyed spending time with his kids teaching them to ride horses. He always reminded them if you fall off get right back on and ride and always hang on to the reins, unless Flicka is dragging you. They had fun going to horse shows and trail rides with the Miltonvale Saddle Club.

Harold was a big kid at heart. He once built a minibike for the kids and put the motor off the hay elevator on it. How no one got hurt on it is still a mystery. A short time later he came home with 2 motorcycles. Which didn't really work well with 3 kids. He found another one for Jeanine and soon they were all having limited fun. He only allowed them 1 cup of gasoline at a time, that way they couldn't get very far away from home.

He also had fun teaching the kids to drive a stick shift. He would set a glass of water on the dash and the challenge was to get through all 4 gears and not spill any water. One night they went thru a whole tank of gas in the truck only going around and around the section.

There wasn't anything that he couldn't do or fix, he was a plumber, an electrician, a mechanic, and an inventor. He was always designing and building things to simplify work on the farm.

He'd say, "Don't be lazy, just find an easier way to get things done". He built a propane heater for the branding irons and a hydraulic lift to get on and off the tractor just to name a couple. You could call him on the phone, and he could tell you step by step how to fix anything. Too bad we didn't take the time to write it all down.

Pat worked beside him on the farm, although not for sure that she forgave him for buying her the 856 International tractor for her birthday one year. She got even when he sent her to the sale barn to buy cattle and she came home with 2 trailers full of heifers.&nbsp; Later, he thought that she needed something to do while he was working nights in Clay, so he bought her 100 head of bred ewes. She spent countless hours in the barn with them and ended up with a 125% lamb crop that winter. But by spring she'd had enough and told him to sell them&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was going back to school to become a nurse.

Harold and Pat had a good life together on the farm and instilled great values in their children. For example, how early to get home to get to clean the chicken house or to build fence.

Harold loved to hunt and target shoot. Back before Blue Rock, Harold built a contraption that would sling tin cans and he and the boys would shoot for hours. He always looked forward to opening day of hunting season when several family members would come and go hunting with him.

The grandkids brought him even more joy. He enjoyed having them spend time and helping around the farm. One summer he even went out and bought more horses so all the kids would have a horse to ride with him.&nbsp; Later that summer he decided to take the kids on vacation to Wyoming. It was a once in lifetime experience that they will never forget. When his great granddaughters got a horse, he was so proud to teach them how to ride and care for it. The kids all loved going to the farm and riding with grandpa in the combine during harvest.&nbsp; They also had fun playing dominoes with him.

Harold belonged to the Masons for over 60 years and was also active in OES. He served on the Colfax township board for several years. He enjoyed flipping quarters, swapping stories, and drinking coffee with his friends.

Harold was an ornery character and always said what was on his mind. He loved to embarrass people..... We won't mention any names. to protect the guilty!!!!

Harold accepted the Lord and was baptized on December 23, 1945 and was a member of the Miltonvale United Methodist Church. Last year as his health was failing, he assured his family, "It's OK, I know where I am going." We find great comfort that he is with our Savior, and we will all be together again someday.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Patricia of the home, Jeanine and Robert Bacon of Council Grove, Harold Wayne and Tasha of Delphos and Stan and Jolene of Clay Center. 12 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren, his faithful companion, Sport, numerous family members and countless friends.

Harold was a loving husband, father, and grandpa.&nbsp; A good neighbor and loyal friend and willing to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed. His smile and contagious laughter will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.

Visitation will be Friday, December 17, 2021, at Phelps Funeral Home in Miltonvale from 5 - 7&nbsp; p.m.

There will be coffee and rolls at the Kountry Kafe from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, December 18, 2021, in his honor.

Harold Harry Walker, age 84, passed away on December 9, 2021, at the Nicol Home in GlascoHe was born February 6, 1937, in rural Cloud County to Glen and Sophia (Babe)Gunter Walker.The house that he was born in is the same house that he lived in until he fell and broke his hip June 19, 2020. He then moved into the nursing home. He had always said that he wanted to die in the same house he was born in, unfortunately he was unable to do so.He attended grade school at the Carmel School House, two miles north of his house. He rode his horse, Spot, to school and then told the horse to go home. Which it did!! Then his mom would send the horse back to get him after school. He always had a special way with horses. He was active in 4-H and enjoyed showing his champion sheep. He attended Miltonvale Rural High School and graduated in 1955. After high school he worked for Chevrolet dealerships in Clay Center and Great Bend.In 1957 he met the love of his life on a blind date. He married Patricia Ruth Christian on May 10, 1959. This year they celebrated their 62nd wedding anniversary with their granddaughter, Crystal and husband Joe who shared the same anniversary date.Harold's dad passed away in February before he and Pat were married. They took over the farming operation and made their home on the family farm in Colfax township. They were blessed with 3 children, Jeanine Christine, Harold Wayne, and Stanley Lynn. Harold taught his children the values of hard work and farm family life. Together they worked the land raising wheat, milo, and soybeans. Over the years there were several hundred head of sheep, cattle, and pigs to take care of also. Many long hot days of summer were spent putting up small bales of hay, where you could hear him say "Off your butt and on your feet, out of the shade and in the heat". Don't know who was more excited when New Holland came out with a big round baler, Harold, or the boys. Harold was one of the first farmers in the area to own one. He then went into custom hay business. He soon discovered that he needed a way to move the bales and a big feeder to feed them in, so he went to the drawing board and designed a bale spear and bale feeder. Soon he was making and selling them to everyone that he had baled hay for.In addition to all the farm work, he and his cousin, Leland sheared sheep all over the country during the time that they raised sheep. He broke and trained horses for several area ranchers. Then in the 70's, when the farming economy went crazy, Harold went to work welding at night at GT and Hutch in Clay Center.Harold enjoyed spending time with his kids teaching them to ride horses. He always reminded them if you fall off get right back on and ride and always hang on to the reins, unless Flicka is dragging you. They had fun going to horse shows and trail rides with the Miltonvale Saddle Club.Harold was a big kid at heart. He once built a minibike for the kids and put the motor off the hay elevator on it. How no one got hurt on it is still a mystery. A short time later he came home with 2 motorcycles. Which didn't really work well with 3 kids. He found another one for Jeanine and soon they were all having limited fun. He only allowed them 1 cup of gasoline at a time, that way they couldn't get very far away from home.He also had fun teaching the kids to drive a stick shift. He would set a glass of water on the dash and the challenge was to get through all 4 gears and not spill any water. One night they went thru a whole tank of gas in the truck only going around and around the section.There wasn't anything that he couldn't do or fix, he was a plumber, an electrician, a mechanic, and an inventor. He was always designing and building things to simplify work on the farm.He'd say, "Don't be lazy, just find an easier way to get things done". He built a propane heater for the branding irons and a hydraulic lift to get on and off the tractor just to name a couple. You could call him on the phone, and he could tell you step by step how to fix anything. Too bad we didn't take the time to write it all down.Pat worked beside him on the farm, although not for sure that she forgave him for buying her the 856 International tractor for her birthday one year. She got even when he sent her to the sale barn to buy cattle and she came home with 2 trailers full of heifers.&nbsp; Later, he thought that she needed something to do while he was working nights in Clay, so he bought her 100 head of bred ewes. She spent countless hours in the barn with them and ended up with a 125% lamb crop that winter. But by spring she'd had enough and told him to sell them&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; She was going back to school to become a nurse.Harold and Pat had a good life together on the farm and instilled great values in their children. For example, how early to get home to get to clean the chicken house or to build fence.Harold loved to hunt and target shoot. Back before Blue Rock, Harold built a contraption that would sling tin cans and he and the boys would shoot for hours. He always looked forward to opening day of hunting season when several family members would come and go hunting with him.The grandkids brought him even more joy. He enjoyed having them spend time and helping around the farm. One summer he even went out and bought more horses so all the kids would have a horse to ride with him.&nbsp; Later that summer he decided to take the kids on vacation to Wyoming. It was a once in lifetime experience that they will never forget. When his great granddaughters got a horse, he was so proud to teach them how to ride and care for it. The kids all loved going to the farm and riding with grandpa in the combine during harvest.&nbsp; They also had fun playing dominoes with him.Harold belonged to the Masons for over 60 years and was also active in OES. He served on the Colfax township board for several years. He enjoyed flipping quarters, swapping stories, and drinking coffee with his friends.Harold was an ornery character and always said what was on his mind. He loved to embarrass people..... We won't mention any names. to protect the guilty!!!!Harold accepted the Lord and was baptized on December 23, 1945 and was a member of the Miltonvale United Methodist Church. Last year as his health was failing, he assured his family, "It's OK, I know where I am going." We find great comfort that he is with our Savior, and we will all be together again someday.He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife Patricia of the home, Jeanine and Robert Bacon of Council Grove, Harold Wayne and Tasha of Delphos and Stan and Jolene of Clay Center. 12 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren, his faithful companion, Sport, numerous family members and countless friends.Harold was a loving husband, father, and grandpa.&nbsp; A good neighbor and loyal friend and willing to lend a helping hand whenever and wherever needed. His smile and contagious laughter will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.Visitation will be Friday, December 17, 2021, at Phelps Funeral Home in Miltonvale from 5 - 7&nbsp; p.m.There will be coffee and rolls at the Kountry Kafe from 8-10 a.m. on Saturday, December 18, 2021, in his honor.

Harold Harry Walker

Carol N. Redger, passed away peacefully on December 07, 2021 in Marietta, Georgia, where she had been residing the last two years. She was 93. Carol was born January 9, 1928, the daughter of Benjamin H. and Rachel C. Mahar McConkey&nbsp;in Solomon, Kansas. She attended the Solomon public schools, as well as DCCHS before&nbsp;graduating from Solomon High School in 1946. For a few years she worked as a telephone operator in Solomon. On October 10, 1948 Carol married Ervy Redger, a local farmer and cattleman. They lived several places, nearly all within Dickinson County, but the majority of years were spent just south of Carlton area and off Eden Road in the Sand Springs community. Carol worked for over 25 years as a CNA at Abilene Memorial Hospital and retired in 1990. She was an avid reader, furniture re-finisher, a volunteer with Abilene Pioneer Camp, and an active member of her church, First Baptist of Carlton, then First Baptist of Abilene, and later of&nbsp; Abilene’s Southern Baptist Church. Ervy died in 1993 and Carol continued to live on the farm until 2008 when she moved into Abilene, and later lived at Abilene Place. Carol was known to friends and family for her wonderful sense of humor, her sweet nature and consideration of others—even to the very end. Carol is survived by her four daughters Janis (Milton) Hill, Marietta, GA, Judith (Bernd) Marcus, Indianapolis, IN, Jacque (Ahmed Ezzouhairy) Redger, Maplewood, NJ, and Carol Elaine (Stephen) Kilpatrick, Shreveport, LA. There are five grandchildren: Byron Mitchell Hill of Charlotte, NC, Lauren Elaine Hill (Joshua) Jones of Marietta, Jordana Caroline Marcus of Indianapolis, Morgan Elaine and Christina Brooke Kilpatrick of Shreveport. She is survived by two great-grandchildren: Merritt Elaine and Nolan Everett Jones, of Marietta. Additionally, Carol is survived by one sister, Phyllis Gish of Vallejo, Ca. along with numerous nephews and nieces and their descendants. She was pre-deceased by her parents, a sister, and four brothers. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 at Martin-Becker-Carlson. Burial will be in the Abilene Cemetery. Cards may be sent to the family in care of Janis Hill, 5186 Forest Brook Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30068 In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol N. Redger, passed away peacefully on December 07, 2021 in Marietta, Georgia, where she had been residing the last two years. She was 93. Carol was born January 9, 1928, the daughter of Benjamin H. and Rachel C. Mahar McConkey&nbsp;in Solomon, Kansas. She attended the Solomon public schools, as well as DCCHS before&nbsp;graduating from Solomon High School in 1946. For a few years she worked as a telephone operator in Solomon. On October 10, 1948 Carol married Ervy Redger, a local farmer and cattleman. They lived several places, nearly all within Dickinson County, but the majority of years were spent just south of Carlton area and off Eden Road in the Sand Springs community. Carol worked for over 25 years as a CNA at Abilene Memorial Hospital and retired in 1990. She was an avid reader, furniture re-finisher, a volunteer with Abilene Pioneer Camp, and an active member of her church, First Baptist of Carlton, then First Baptist of Abilene, and later of&nbsp; Abilene’s Southern Baptist Church. Ervy died in 1993 and Carol continued to live on the farm until 2008 when she moved into Abilene, and later lived at Abilene Place. Carol was known to friends and family for her wonderful sense of humor, her sweet nature and consideration of others—even to the very end. Carol is survived by her four daughters Janis (Milton) Hill, Marietta, GA, Judith (Bernd) Marcus, Indianapolis, IN, Jacque (Ahmed Ezzouhairy) Redger, Maplewood, NJ, and Carol Elaine (Stephen) Kilpatrick, Shreveport, LA. There are five grandchildren: Byron Mitchell Hill of Charlotte, NC, Lauren Elaine Hill (Joshua) Jones of Marietta, Jordana Caroline Marcus of Indianapolis, Morgan Elaine and Christina Brooke Kilpatrick of Shreveport. She is survived by two great-grandchildren: Merritt Elaine and Nolan Everett Jones, of Marietta. Additionally, Carol is survived by one sister, Phyllis Gish of Vallejo, Ca. along with numerous nephews and nieces and their descendants. She was pre-deceased by her parents, a sister, and four brothers. The funeral will be held on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2021 at Martin-Becker-Carlson. Burial will be in the Abilene Cemetery. Cards may be sent to the family in care of Janis Hill, 5186 Forest Brook Pkwy, Marietta, GA 30068 In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to Hospice of Dickinson County and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carol N. Redger

Mr. Anthony (“Jeff” “Donnie”) Jefferson, age 50, of Union City, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kenda Shank Jefferson; his children, Anthony Jefferson, Jr. (Brittany Myers), Malik Jefferson, Marissa Jefferson; his father, Larry Dubose; his grandchildren, Anthony (Tre') Jefferson, III and Kiings’lyn Jefferson; his father in-law, Ken Shank; his brother, Andre Holloway (Kelcee), his sisters, Ashley Dubose and LaShanda Hammond; brother in-law, Kenny Shank (Carrie), many nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

A funeral service will be held Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11 o’clock in the Chapel of Parrott Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Friday, December 10, 2021 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Parrott Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment will follow at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery at a later date.

Mr. Anthony (“Jeff” “Donnie”) Jefferson, age 50, of Union City, passed away Wednesday, December 1, 2021. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kenda Shank Jefferson; his children, Anthony Jefferson, Jr. (Brittany Myers), Malik Jefferson, Marissa Jefferson; his father, Larry Dubose; his grandchildren, Anthony (Tre') Jefferson, III and Kiings’lyn Jefferson; his father in-law, Ken Shank; his brother, Andre Holloway (Kelcee), his sisters, Ashley Dubose and LaShanda Hammond; brother in-law, Kenny Shank (Carrie), many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A funeral service will be held Saturday, December 11, 2021 at 11 o’clock in the Chapel of Parrott Funeral Home. The family will receive friends Friday, December 10, 2021 from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Parrott Funeral Home &amp; Crematory. Interment will follow at Fort Mitchell National Cemetery at a later date.

Anthony (“Jeff” “Donnie”) Jefferson

Anna Kosiak, 94, of Manhattan, formerly of Lyons, IL, passed away Saturday, December 4th, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community- Honstead House in Manhattan. She was a bookbinder in Chicago for Booklet Binding Broadview, IL., and mother of Maria (Robert) Sweet of Manhattan and Myra (Craig) Scramuzzo of Prairie Sun, WI. Anna was born in Ukraine, on May 1, 1927, the daughter of the late John and Olga (Hrwachuk) Kalyniuk. She is survived by her grandchildren, Scott ( Marybeth) Scramuzzo, John Scramuzzo, and her great-grandson, Jack Scramuzzo. Anna is preceded in death by her parents, ex-husband, and an infant brother and sisters. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are with Carlson's Irvin-Parkview, Manhattan&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anna Kosiak, 94, of Manhattan, formerly of Lyons, IL, passed away Saturday, December 4th, at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community- Honstead House in Manhattan. She was a bookbinder in Chicago for Booklet Binding Broadview, IL., and mother of Maria (Robert) Sweet of Manhattan and Myra (Craig) Scramuzzo of Prairie Sun, WI. Anna was born in Ukraine, on May 1, 1927, the daughter of the late John and Olga (Hrwachuk) Kalyniuk. She is survived by her grandchildren, Scott ( Marybeth) Scramuzzo, John Scramuzzo, and her great-grandson, Jack Scramuzzo. Anna is preceded in death by her parents, ex-husband, and an infant brother and sisters. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements are with Carlson's Irvin-Parkview, Manhattan&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anna Kosiak

Frank Lee Lojka, age 51, of Lincoln, NE, died peacefully in his home on December 3, 2021, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in October 1970, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Glen Franklin and Barbara Lee (Blundell) Lojka. Lee graduated from Manhattan High School and attended Fort Hays State University majoring in Fine Arts; he then attended Kansas State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology. He was married to Michelle M. “Shelly” Roben in July of 1995; she was his best friend and partner in life for 26 years. Survivors include his wife Shelly Roben-Lojka and one child Renn Lojka of Lincoln, NE; his mother Barbara Lojka of Manhattan; his brother Dr. Brian Lojka (Tonya) of Chesterfield, MO; his In-laws Gerald and Sue Roben of Bellevue, Iowa; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lee was preceded in death by his father on August 31st, 2021. Lee was a Chef and Director of Food Service programs throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. His career spanned 21 years and culminated in his dream job as the Director of Food Service at Camp Carol Joy Holling in Ashland, NE. part of Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. He was a talented artist, teacher and role model. Lee was an avid reader, collector of cookbooks, lover of cats and an outdoorsman whose favorite place was anywhere he could fish, hike, kayak and cook over an open fire. He spent his time loving people through food, music and dynamic conversation. Lee was a gentle giant who was never at a loss for words and always made people feel welcome. He had a quick sense of humor and a huge laugh that would fill a room. Lee loved large family and friend gatherings where there was laughter and chaos. Lee was a fiercely loyal son, brother and friend but above all else he was a devoted husband and father. Memorial service to be held at 10:00 am Saturday, December 18th, at College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Dr. Dennis Ackerman and Pastor Nate Wilcox officiating. A celebration of Lee’s life will be held following the service from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 100 Alumni Ctr, 1720 Anderson Ave., Manhattan, KS. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Lojka Memorial Fund, to be designated later. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Frank Lee Lojka, age 51, of Lincoln, NE, died peacefully in his home on December 3, 2021, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in October 1970, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Glen Franklin and Barbara Lee (Blundell) Lojka. Lee graduated from Manhattan High School and attended Fort Hays State University majoring in Fine Arts; he then attended Kansas State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology. He was married to Michelle M. “Shelly” Roben in July of 1995; she was his best friend and partner in life for 26 years. Survivors include his wife Shelly Roben-Lojka and one child Renn Lojka of Lincoln, NE; his mother Barbara Lojka of Manhattan; his brother Dr. Brian Lojka (Tonya) of Chesterfield, MO; his In-laws Gerald and Sue Roben of Bellevue, Iowa; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lee was preceded in death by his father on August 31st, 2021. Lee was a Chef and Director of Food Service programs throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. His career spanned 21 years and culminated in his dream job as the Director of Food Service at Camp Carol Joy Holling in Ashland, NE. part of Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. He was a talented artist, teacher and role model. Lee was an avid reader, collector of cookbooks, lover of cats and an outdoorsman whose favorite place was anywhere he could fish, hike, kayak and cook over an open fire. He spent his time loving people through food, music and dynamic conversation. Lee was a gentle giant who was never at a loss for words and always made people feel welcome. He had a quick sense of humor and a huge laugh that would fill a room. Lee loved large family and friend gatherings where there was laughter and chaos. Lee was a fiercely loyal son, brother and friend but above all else he was a devoted husband and father. Memorial service to be held at 10:00 am Saturday, December 18th, at College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Dr. Dennis Ackerman and Pastor Nate Wilcox officiating. A celebration of Lee’s life will be held following the service from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 100 Alumni Ctr, 1720 Anderson Ave., Manhattan, KS. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Lojka Memorial Fund, to be designated later. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Frank Lee Lojka

Dennis M. Gray, Sr., 58, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina, KS. Cremation will take place.&nbsp; A memorial service will take place in Louisiana. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Dennis M. Gray, Sr., 58, Junction City, KS, passed away Saturday, December 4, 2021 at the Salina Regional Medical Center in Salina, KS. Cremation will take place.&nbsp; A memorial service will take place in Louisiana. A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Dennis M. Gray

Corey D. Cooley, 38, of White City, KS, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time. Corey was born November 17, 1983, in Yakima, WA the son of Dan'l and Rhonda (Stafford) Cooley. Corey worked for JC Wire Harness in Junction City, KS. He enjoyed following the Seattle Seahawks. Corey always had a smile on his face and enjoyed spending time with his family. Corey is survived by his mother, Rhonda Stutler and his step-father Nolan Stutler; one sister, Jessica Cooley of Yakima, WA; one nephew, Levi Davis and one niece, Arianna Tillery; a host of uncles, aunts and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Dan'l Cooley; paternal and maternal grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Corey D. Cooley, 38, of White City, KS, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Salina Regional Health Center. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned at this time. Corey was born November 17, 1983, in Yakima, WA the son of Dan'l and Rhonda (Stafford) Cooley. Corey worked for JC Wire Harness in Junction City, KS. He enjoyed following the Seattle Seahawks. Corey always had a smile on his face and enjoyed spending time with his family. Corey is survived by his mother, Rhonda Stutler and his step-father Nolan Stutler; one sister, Jessica Cooley of Yakima, WA; one nephew, Levi Davis and one niece, Arianna Tillery; a host of uncles, aunts and other extended family members. He was preceded in death by his father, Dan'l Cooley; paternal and maternal grandparents.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Corey D. Cooley

Helen Jeannine Webber, 75, of Milford, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home in Milford after battling cancer since 2009. Cremation will take place. A memorial service and celebration service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Johnson Funeral Home. Helen was born October 7, 1946, in Superior, NE the daughter of Jasper Edward and Dorothy Fern (Bowman) Hobbs. Helen worked for over thirty five years at the Walmart in Junction City, KS. She was a Walk of Life Participant for many years. She enjoyed riding her motorcycle and taking trips with other friends on motorcycles. Helen enjoyed reading, working puzzles and gardening. She enjoyed watching the television programs Survivor, Young and the Restless and Judge Judy. One of her favorite things to do was to travel to Nebraska to visit her sister and attend church, attend Nebraska Passport and Street Car Days. She enjoyed spending time with the love of her life Mike Ammann. He passed away January 23, 2015. Survivors include her two daughters, Jeannine Ann Tipton of Milford, KS and Candi Lee Webber of Watkins, CO; one sister, Sara Ellen Richards and her husband Jim of Red Cloud, NE; grandchildren, Janelle, Jasmine, Crystal, Matthew and Racheal; eight greatgrandchildren; one great-great grandchild and a host of other nephews, nieces and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her life companion Mike Ammann, grandson, Levi and parents, two brothers, Lester and Ulayn.

Helen Jeannine Webber, 75, of Milford, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at her home in Milford after battling cancer since 2009. Cremation will take place. A memorial service and celebration service will be 11 a.m. Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Johnson Funeral Home. Helen was born October 7, 1946, in Superior, NE the daughter of Jasper Edward and Dorothy Fern (Bowman) Hobbs. Helen worked for over thirty five years at the Walmart in Junction City, KS. She was a Walk of Life Participant for many years. She enjoyed riding her motorcycle and taking trips with other friends on motorcycles. Helen enjoyed reading, working puzzles and gardening. She enjoyed watching the television programs Survivor, Young and the Restless and Judge Judy. One of her favorite things to do was to travel to Nebraska to visit her sister and attend church, attend Nebraska Passport and Street Car Days. She enjoyed spending time with the love of her life Mike Ammann. He passed away January 23, 2015. Survivors include her two daughters, Jeannine Ann Tipton of Milford, KS and Candi Lee Webber of Watkins, CO; one sister, Sara Ellen Richards and her husband Jim of Red Cloud, NE; grandchildren, Janelle, Jasmine, Crystal, Matthew and Racheal; eight greatgrandchildren; one great-great grandchild and a host of other nephews, nieces and other relatives. She was preceded in death by her life companion Mike Ammann, grandson, Levi and parents, two brothers, Lester and Ulayn.

Helen Jeannine Webber

Charles Willard Schurle, age 81 of Manhattan, passed over to God’s glory on December 6, 2021.

He was born on October 5, 1940 on a 1,000 acre dairy and general farm near Manhattan, the son of George and Fannie (Schwab) Schurle.  He graduated from Keats High School and from Kansas State University with a B.S. in Business Administration and Management.  He served in the Kansas Army National Guard from 1958 until 1962.

On March 27, 1960 at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Manhattan, he married Judy Ann Murdie.  They met at Youth for Christ Rallies in Manhattan during their high school years.  She survives of the home.

Charles owned and operated C and J Distributors, retiring in 2003.  He was a member of Grace Baptist Church, where he served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees.  He enjoyed bowling, fishing and was a basketball and football sports fan.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Melinda (Greg) Bowen, Melanie (Martin) Dannatt, Jodie (Craig) Scoby and Julie (Jack) O’Neil; eight grandchildren, Megan (Mylz) Dixon, Kate (Dixon) Olson, Ellie Scoby, Abbie Scoby, Ethan Scoby, Samuel O’Neil, Adam O’Neil and Luke O’Neil; three great grandchildren, Ryder Dixon, Zoey Dixon and Eli Dixon; one sister, Angie (David) Murphy and four brothers, Lyman (Shirley) Schurle, Robert (Lilia) Schurle, Stan (Betty) Schurle and Fred (Nancy) Schurle.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Dennis Toll officiating.  The family will greet friends at a brunch before the memorial service starting at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church.  Inurnment will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery.

A memorial has been established for Homes For Our Troops.  Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Charles Willard Schurle, age 81 of Manhattan, passed over to God’s glory on December 6, 2021.He was born on October 5, 1940 on a 1,000 acre dairy and general farm near Manhattan, the son of George and Fannie (Schwab) Schurle. He graduated from Keats High School and from Kansas State University with a B.S. in Business Administration and Management. He served in the Kansas Army National Guard from 1958 until 1962.On March 27, 1960 at the Wesleyan Methodist Church in Manhattan, he married Judy Ann Murdie. They met at Youth for Christ Rallies in Manhattan during their high school years. She survives of the home.Charles owned and operated C and J Distributors, retiring in 2003. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church, where he served as Chairman of the Board of Trustees. He enjoyed bowling, fishing and was a basketball and football sports fan.In addition to his wife, he is survived by four daughters, Melinda (Greg) Bowen, Melanie (Martin) Dannatt, Jodie (Craig) Scoby and Julie (Jack) O’Neil; eight grandchildren, Megan (Mylz) Dixon, Kate (Dixon) Olson, Ellie Scoby, Abbie Scoby, Ethan Scoby, Samuel O’Neil, Adam O’Neil and Luke O’Neil; three great grandchildren, Ryder Dixon, Zoey Dixon and Eli Dixon; one sister, Angie (David) Murphy and four brothers, Lyman (Shirley) Schurle, Robert (Lilia) Schurle, Stan (Betty) Schurle and Fred (Nancy) Schurle.He was preceded in death by his parents.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 15, 2021 at Grace Baptist Church with Pastor Dennis Toll officiating. The family will greet friends at a brunch before the memorial service starting at 10:00 a.m. at Grace Baptist Church. Inurnment will be in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery.A memorial has been established for Homes For Our Troops. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Charles Willard Schurle

Irene (Keating) Leiszler, 91, of Garden Plain, Kansas, passed away on December&nbsp;4, 2021 after a short&nbsp;illness .

Irene was born on February&nbsp;21, 1930 to James H. and Mary E. (Myers) Keating in Marysville, Kansas. After graduating from Haddam High School, Haddam, Kansas in 1947, she went on to study at Marymount College in Salina, Kansas.

Following her education, she worked&nbsp;as a teacher at Spence School, Kimeo, KS for one year.&nbsp; &nbsp;She then worked in Kansas City, Kansas; Lincoln, Nebraska and&nbsp; in Marysville, Kansas.

In 1954, she married Leonard C. Leiszler at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Clara, Kansas.&nbsp; They lived and farmed in the Strawberry, KS area for over 40 years and had seven children: Rosanne (David) Rutkowski of Broken Arrow, OK; James (Therese) Leiszler of Clifton, KS; Michael (Karen) Leiszler of Clyde, KS; Annemarie (Walter) Beckman of St. Louis, MO; Carmelita (Michael) Stockemer of Garden Plain, KS; John (Barb) Leiszler of Clifton, KS and Chris (Kim) Leiszler of Goodyear, AZ.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She is preceded in death by her husband Leonard, daughter Annemarie and both parents.&nbsp; She is survived by her remaining six children, twelve grandchildren: Matthew Rutkowski, Ryan Rutkowski, Zachary Leiszler, Alexandra (Beckman) Rose, Lucas Beckman, Shaughnessy (Stockemer) Zimmerman, Georgeanna Stockemer, David Leiszler, Mark Leiszler, Teresa Leiszler, Lori Leiszler, Jacob Leiszler; six great-grandchildren: Mabel, Edward and Matilda Rose, Theodore Rutkowski, Henry Zimmerman and Eleanor Leiszler.&nbsp; Also surviving are her three brothers: Bernard (Dee) Keating of Cedar Rapids, IA; James (Margaret) Keating of Faribault, MN and Pat (Mary) Keating Minneapolis, MN.

Irene was a faithful Catholic and was a member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church, Clara, KS; St. Mary of the Assumption, Clifton, KS and St. Anthony of Padua, Garden Plain, KS.&nbsp; She served as a director and taught religious education for St. Mary, Clifton and was a member of the Altar Society at St Anthony, Garden Plain.

A Rosary will be held at St. Mary of the Assumption, Clifton, KS, Sunday, December 12th at 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; There will be a visitation the same day beginning at 3:30 p.m.&nbsp; A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, December 13th at St Mary, Clifton at 10:00 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary Catholic Church and can be sent c/o the funeral home.&nbsp;

The Rosary and Mass will livestream at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nsrfh.com/">www.nsrfh.com</a>&nbsp;and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live

Irene (Keating) Leiszler, 91, of Garden Plain, Kansas, passed away on December&nbsp;4, 2021 after a short&nbsp;illness .Irene was born on February&nbsp;21, 1930 to James H. and Mary E. (Myers) Keating in Marysville, Kansas. After graduating from Haddam High School, Haddam, Kansas in 1947, she went on to study at Marymount College in Salina, Kansas.Following her education, she worked&nbsp;as a teacher at Spence School, Kimeo, KS for one year.&nbsp; &nbsp;She then worked in Kansas City, Kansas; Lincoln, Nebraska and&nbsp; in Marysville, Kansas.In 1954, she married Leonard C. Leiszler at St. Bernard's Catholic Church in Clara, Kansas.&nbsp; They lived and farmed in the Strawberry, KS area for over 40 years and had seven children: Rosanne (David) Rutkowski of Broken Arrow, OK; James (Therese) Leiszler of Clifton, KS; Michael (Karen) Leiszler of Clyde, KS; Annemarie (Walter) Beckman of St. Louis, MO; Carmelita (Michael) Stockemer of Garden Plain, KS; John (Barb) Leiszler of Clifton, KS and Chris (Kim) Leiszler of Goodyear, AZ.&nbsp;&nbsp;She is preceded in death by her husband Leonard, daughter Annemarie and both parents.&nbsp; She is survived by her remaining six children, twelve grandchildren: Matthew Rutkowski, Ryan Rutkowski, Zachary Leiszler, Alexandra (Beckman) Rose, Lucas Beckman, Shaughnessy (Stockemer) Zimmerman, Georgeanna Stockemer, David Leiszler, Mark Leiszler, Teresa Leiszler, Lori Leiszler, Jacob Leiszler; six great-grandchildren: Mabel, Edward and Matilda Rose, Theodore Rutkowski, Henry Zimmerman and Eleanor Leiszler.&nbsp; Also surviving are her three brothers: Bernard (Dee) Keating of Cedar Rapids, IA; James (Margaret) Keating of Faribault, MN and Pat (Mary) Keating Minneapolis, MN.Irene was a faithful Catholic and was a member of St. Bernard's Catholic Church, Clara, KS; St. Mary of the Assumption, Clifton, KS and St. Anthony of Padua, Garden Plain, KS.&nbsp; She served as a director and taught religious education for St. Mary, Clifton and was a member of the Altar Society at St Anthony, Garden Plain.A Rosary will be held at St. Mary of the Assumption, Clifton, KS, Sunday, December 12th at 5:30 p.m.&nbsp; There will be a visitation the same day beginning at 3:30 p.m.&nbsp; A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, December 13th at St Mary, Clifton at 10:00 a.m.Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Mary Catholic Church and can be sent c/o the funeral home.&nbsp;The Rosary and Mass will livestream at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.nsrfh.com/">www.nsrfh.com</a>&nbsp;and on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/nsrfuneralhome/live

Irene (Keating) Leiszler

Goldie R. Swarts went home to be with the Lord and her mother, sister, brother, and son on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at the Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Private services will be at a later date. 

Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew Grade School and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Goldie R. Swarts went home to be with the Lord and her mother, sister, brother, and son on Sunday, December 5, 2021 at the Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Private services will be at a later date. Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew Grade School and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Goldie R. Swarts -  January 18th, 1938 - December 5th, 2021

Maria J. Coss, age 90, a longtime Manhattan resident, died November 29, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society-Valley Vista in Wamego. She was born December 21, 1930, in Ulm, Germany, and had been a Manhattan resident since 1965. On October 3, 1957, in Germany, she was married to William A. Coss. Maria was a homemaker. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, AARP and the German Club. Maria was preceded in death by her husband William A. Coss on April 2, 2018. She is survived by her son Walter K. Coss of Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 14th, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley with Deacon Buzz Harris officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Fund at Kansas State University. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Maria J. Coss, age 90, a longtime Manhattan resident, died November 29, 2021, at Good Samaritan Society-Valley Vista in Wamego. She was born December 21, 1930, in Ulm, Germany, and had been a Manhattan resident since 1965. On October 3, 1957, in Germany, she was married to William A. Coss. Maria was a homemaker. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, AARP and the German Club. Maria was preceded in death by her husband William A. Coss on April 2, 2018. She is survived by her son Walter K. Coss of Manhattan. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 14th, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley with Deacon Buzz Harris officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Research Fund at Kansas State University. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Maria J. Coss

Frank Lee Lojka, age 51, of Lincoln, NE, died peacefully in his home on December 3, 2021, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in October 1970, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Glen Franklin and Barbara Lee (Blundell) Lojka. Lee graduated from Manhattan High School and attended Fort Hays State University majoring in Fine Arts; he then attended Kansas State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology. He was married to Michelle M. “Shelly” Roben in July of 1995; she was his best friend and partner in life for 26 years. Survivors include his wife Shelly Roben-Lojka and one child Renn Lojka of Lincoln, NE; his mother Barbara Lojka of Manhattan; his brother Dr. Brian Lojka (Tonya) of Chesterfield, MO; his In-laws Gerald and Sue Roben of Bellevue, Iowa; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lee was preceded in death by his father on August 31st, 2021. Lee was a Chef and Director of Food Service programs throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. His career spanned 21 years and culminated in his dream job as the Director of Food Service at Camp Carol Joy Holling in Ashland, NE. part of Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. He was a talented artist, teacher and role model. Lee was an avid reader, collector of cookbooks, lover of cats and an outdoorsman whose favorite place was anywhere he could fish, hike, kayak and cook over an open fire. He spent his time loving people through food, music and dynamic conversation. Lee was a gentle giant who was never at a loss for words and always made people feel welcome. He had a quick sense of humor and a huge laugh that would fill a room. Lee loved large family and friend gatherings where there was laughter and chaos. Lee was a fiercely loyal son, brother and friend but above all else he was a devoted husband and father. Memorial service to be held at 10:00 am Saturday, December 18th, at College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Dr. Dennis Ackerman and Pastor Nate Wilcox officiating. A celebration of Lee’s life will be held following the service from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 100 Alumni Ctr, 1720 Anderson Ave., Manhattan, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Lojka Memorial Fund, to be designated later. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frank Lee Lojka, age 51, of Lincoln, NE, died peacefully in his home on December 3, 2021, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. He was born in October 1970, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Glen Franklin and Barbara Lee (Blundell) Lojka. Lee graduated from Manhattan High School and attended Fort Hays State University majoring in Fine Arts; he then attended Kansas State University graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Anthropology. He was married to Michelle M. “Shelly” Roben in July of 1995; she was his best friend and partner in life for 26 years. Survivors include his wife Shelly Roben-Lojka and one child Renn Lojka of Lincoln, NE; his mother Barbara Lojka of Manhattan; his brother Dr. Brian Lojka (Tonya) of Chesterfield, MO; his In-laws Gerald and Sue Roben of Bellevue, Iowa; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins. Lee was preceded in death by his father on August 31st, 2021. Lee was a Chef and Director of Food Service programs throughout Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska. His career spanned 21 years and culminated in his dream job as the Director of Food Service at Camp Carol Joy Holling in Ashland, NE. part of Nebraska Lutheran Outdoor Ministries. He was a talented artist, teacher and role model. Lee was an avid reader, collector of cookbooks, lover of cats and an outdoorsman whose favorite place was anywhere he could fish, hike, kayak and cook over an open fire. He spent his time loving people through food, music and dynamic conversation. Lee was a gentle giant who was never at a loss for words and always made people feel welcome. He had a quick sense of humor and a huge laugh that would fill a room. Lee loved large family and friend gatherings where there was laughter and chaos. Lee was a fiercely loyal son, brother and friend but above all else he was a devoted husband and father. Memorial service to be held at 10:00 am Saturday, December 18th, at College Avenue United Methodist Church, 1609 College Avenue, Manhattan, KS, with Reverend Dr. Dennis Ackerman and Pastor Nate Wilcox officiating. A celebration of Lee’s life will be held following the service from 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 100 Alumni Ctr, 1720 Anderson Ave., Manhattan, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lee Lojka Memorial Fund, to be designated later. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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