Michael Kent (Mickey) Schnedler, age 82, passed away on December 17, 2023, at Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS, after a prolonged illness. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Peru, KS, to Don K. and Lillian J. (Thorn) Schnedler while his parents were visiting her parents. Their home was actually in Wichita, KS, at the time, and that’s where he grew up.

In Wichita, he graduated from Wichita High School Southeast in 1959, and attended Wichita State University. He was always active in music, appearing in several musicals at Southeast, and he sang in choir as well as smaller ensembles. Mickey performed vocal solos at state competitions, where he nearly always received a top rating for his beautiful tenor voice.

Mickey met Phyllis Ruth Jackson at church camp when they were in Junior High. They were married in 1964 in Wichita, KS, and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary next August 1. They had two daughters, Catherine, born in 1966, and Jane, born in 1969. In 1970, their family moved to Manhattan, KS, where he was the Supplies Manager of the newly-opened K-State Union Bookstore. He later served as Manager of the Bookstore. When the K-State football team was chosen to play in the Independence Bowl in 1982, their first-ever bowl game, Mickey was responsible for the KSU booth full of t-shirts, souvenirs and other memorabilia to sell to the fans attending the game.

After leaving the bookstore, Mickey was the In-School Suspension Supervisor at Anthony Middle School in Manhattan until his retirement. He enjoyed working with that age group, and teachers felt he was a good influence on the students he supervised.

Mickey has been an active member of First Baptist Church, Manhattan, KS, for over 53 years. He has served on several boards, ministries and has served as choir director at various times through the years.

Mickey is survived by his wife of 59 years, Phyllis, of the home, two daughters, Cathy Sutton of Oregon, MO, and Jane Schnedler of Manhattan, grandchildren Rebecca (Garrett) Derr, Oregon, MO, grandson Decker Sutton, Savannah, MO, brother David (Linda) Schnedler of Wichita, brother-in-law Doug (Beverly) Jackson of Severna Park, MD, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Don and Lillian Schnedler, sister Donna Kay (Schnedler) Thatcher, and his grandparents Thorn and Schnedler.

The family will greet friends during a visitation on Tuesday, January 2, from 5:00 –7:00 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502

Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 3, at First Baptist Church, 2121 Blue Hills Rd., Manhattan, KS. Inurnment will be at a later date in Wichita.

Michael Kent (Mickey) Schnedler, age 82, passed away on December 17, 2023, at Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS, after a prolonged illness. He was born on October 16, 1941, in Peru, KS, to Don K. and Lillian J. (Thorn) Schnedler while his parents were visiting her parents. Their home was actually in Wichita, KS, at the time, and that’s where he grew up.In Wichita, he graduated from Wichita High School Southeast in 1959, and attended Wichita State University. He was always active in music, appearing in several musicals at Southeast, and he sang in choir as well as smaller ensembles. Mickey performed vocal solos at state competitions, where he nearly always received a top rating for his beautiful tenor voice.Mickey met Phyllis Ruth Jackson at church camp when they were in Junior High. They were married in 1964 in Wichita, KS, and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary next August 1. They had two daughters, Catherine, born in 1966, and Jane, born in 1969. In 1970, their family moved to Manhattan, KS, where he was the Supplies Manager of the newly-opened K-State Union Bookstore. He later served as Manager of the Bookstore. When the K-State football team was chosen to play in the Independence Bowl in 1982, their first-ever bowl game, Mickey was responsible for the KSU booth full of t-shirts, souvenirs and other memorabilia to sell to the fans attending the game.After leaving the bookstore, Mickey was the In-School Suspension Supervisor at Anthony Middle School in Manhattan until his retirement. He enjoyed working with that age group, and teachers felt he was a good influence on the students he supervised.Mickey has been an active member of First Baptist Church, Manhattan, KS, for over 53 years. He has served on several boards, ministries and has served as choir director at various times through the years.Mickey is survived by his wife of 59 years, Phyllis, of the home, two daughters, Cathy Sutton of Oregon, MO, and Jane Schnedler of Manhattan, grandchildren Rebecca (Garrett) Derr, Oregon, MO, grandson Decker Sutton, Savannah, MO, brother David (Linda) Schnedler of Wichita, brother-in-law Doug (Beverly) Jackson of Severna Park, MD, several nieces and nephews, and many friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Don and Lillian Schnedler, sister Donna Kay (Schnedler) Thatcher, and his grandparents Thorn and Schnedler.The family will greet friends during a visitation on Tuesday, January 2, from 5:00 –7:00 p.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave., Manhattan, KS 66502Celebration of Life Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 3, at First Baptist Church, 2121 Blue Hills Rd., Manhattan, KS. Inurnment will be at a later date in Wichita.

Michael Kent ( Mickey ) Schnedler

June Stewart, 90, of Junction City, Kansas died Monday, December 18, 2023 at Valley View Senior Life. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.

June Stewart, 90, of Junction City, Kansas died Monday, December 18, 2023 at Valley View Senior Life. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned.

June Stewart

Thomas La Rue Clark, 79, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on December 17, 2023, at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center.

Thomas was born on August 14, 1944, to Thomas Clark Sr. and Josephine Clark-Mayden Hohman in Junction City, Kansas. Tom graduated from Junction City High School in 1962. He played many sports during his high school career to include both football and wrestling. Directly after graduating, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy on June 28, 1962, and served honorably. After his enlistment in the Navy he met his first wife, Judy and they raised two daughters, Kimberly and Tammie until their divorce.In 1978. Tom met his second wife Robin and married in 1981. They shared 42 years of marriage together and raised their daughter Alexandria in their hometown of Junction City.

Tom was a jack of all trades, he worked many different jobs around town until he found his long term passion serving the community as a law enforcement officer. He worked in law enforcement for 30 years and retired as the Junction City Police Chief in 1996. Tom was an active person and looked for ways to keep busy after retirement. These activities includes fishing, hunting, and boating.&nbsp; After two years of retirement he decided to volunteer at Junction City Middle School and this later turned into a full-time position for 20 years, retiring in 2018. After his second retirement, he enjoyed relaxing at the lake and spending quality time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his loving wife, Robin; three daughters, Kimberly Carr (Robert) of Rogers, Ar, Tammie McKeithan (Kevin) of Chapman, Ks, and Alexandria Clark of Junction City, Ks; one step-brother, Ed Hohman (Gloria) of Wakefield, Ks and a host of other family and friends. Tom is preceded by his parents; one son, Sean Clark and his step-father, Faye Hohman.

Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Street, Junction City, KS 6644.

Service:&nbsp; Friday, December 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Thomas La Rue Clark, 79, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on December 17, 2023, at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center.Thomas was born on August 14, 1944, to Thomas Clark Sr. and Josephine Clark-Mayden Hohman in Junction City, Kansas. Tom graduated from Junction City High School in 1962. He played many sports during his high school career to include both football and wrestling. Directly after graduating, he enlisted into the U.S. Navy on June 28, 1962, and served honorably. After his enlistment in the Navy he met his first wife, Judy and they raised two daughters, Kimberly and Tammie until their divorce.In 1978. Tom met his second wife Robin and married in 1981. They shared 42 years of marriage together and raised their daughter Alexandria in their hometown of Junction City.Tom was a jack of all trades, he worked many different jobs around town until he found his long term passion serving the community as a law enforcement officer. He worked in law enforcement for 30 years and retired as the Junction City Police Chief in 1996. Tom was an active person and looked for ways to keep busy after retirement. These activities includes fishing, hunting, and boating.&nbsp; After two years of retirement he decided to volunteer at Junction City Middle School and this later turned into a full-time position for 20 years, retiring in 2018. After his second retirement, he enjoyed relaxing at the lake and spending quality time with his family and friends.He is survived by his loving wife, Robin; three daughters, Kimberly Carr (Robert) of Rogers, Ar, Tammie McKeithan (Kevin) of Chapman, Ks, and Alexandria Clark of Junction City, Ks; one step-brother, Ed Hohman (Gloria) of Wakefield, Ks and a host of other family and friends. Tom is preceded by his parents; one son, Sean Clark and his step-father, Faye Hohman.Visitation:&nbsp; Thursday, December 21, 2023 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Street, Junction City, KS 6644.Service:&nbsp; Friday, December 22, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Thomas La Rue Clark

Inge M. Crotzer, 90, of Junction City, passed away on December 16, 2023 at Stormont Vail - Flint Hills Campus. Cremation will take place, and a private inurnment will be at Fort Riley Cemetery at a later date.

he was born on October 11, 1933, East Prussia, Germany to Johann and Elfriede (Thalus) Dinkel. Inge worked as a cook for St. Xavier Catholic School, and in 1982 she went to work at Kappa Sigma Fraternity at Kansas State University until her retirement in 1995.

On February 20, 1965 she married Bobby J.&nbsp; Crotzer. He preceded her in death October 14, 1976. Inge is survived by her two daughters, Betty (Richard) Waters of Junction City, KS, Dorothea Connors of Kansas City, KS; her three grandchildren, Christian Waters, Petra Lusk and Vincent Lusk, and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Sylvia Bigley, and her grandson, Gregory Patmon.

Inge M. Crotzer, 90, of Junction City, passed away on December 16, 2023 at Stormont Vail - Flint Hills Campus. Cremation will take place, and a private inurnment will be at Fort Riley Cemetery at a later date.he was born on October 11, 1933, East Prussia, Germany to Johann and Elfriede (Thalus) Dinkel. Inge worked as a cook for St. Xavier Catholic School, and in 1982 she went to work at Kappa Sigma Fraternity at Kansas State University until her retirement in 1995.On February 20, 1965 she married Bobby J.&nbsp; Crotzer. He preceded her in death October 14, 1976. Inge is survived by her two daughters, Betty (Richard) Waters of Junction City, KS, Dorothea Connors of Kansas City, KS; her three grandchildren, Christian Waters, Petra Lusk and Vincent Lusk, and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her daughter, Sylvia Bigley, and her grandson, Gregory Patmon.

Inge M. Crotzer

Shirley Dolores Minor, 71, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on December 13, 2023, at the Via Christi Village in Manhattan, Kansas. Cremation has taken place and she will be brought back home to Virginia for a family led memorial service.

Shirley was born to Lawrence and Lotti Mae Wright in Newport News, Virginia on November 17, 1952. While living there, she spent most of her life in the food industry before retiring. She was a long-time resident of Virginia, but made the decision to move to Kansas in 2022. This allowed her to be closer to her family in Kansas.

Shirley is survived by two loving sons, Jamie Vaughan and Chris Trotter; three sisters, Linda Pettis, Yvonne Brown, and Mary Anne Wright; ten grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews.

he was preceded by her parents and two sisters, Willa Mae Wright and Patricia Hayden.

Shirley's love for her family and friends will never be forgotten and will truly be missed by many.

Per family's request, flowers and cards are suggested to be sent to Calvary Chapel, 15553 Warwick Blvd Ste K, Newport News, Virginia 23603.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Shirley Dolores Minor, 71, of Newport News, Virginia, passed away on December 13, 2023, at the Via Christi Village in Manhattan, Kansas. Cremation has taken place and she will be brought back home to Virginia for a family led memorial service.Shirley was born to Lawrence and Lotti Mae Wright in Newport News, Virginia on November 17, 1952. While living there, she spent most of her life in the food industry before retiring. She was a long-time resident of Virginia, but made the decision to move to Kansas in 2022. This allowed her to be closer to her family in Kansas.Shirley is survived by two loving sons, Jamie Vaughan and Chris Trotter; three sisters, Linda Pettis, Yvonne Brown, and Mary Anne Wright; ten grandchildren and ten nieces and nephews.he was preceded by her parents and two sisters, Willa Mae Wright and Patricia Hayden.Shirley's love for her family and friends will never be forgotten and will truly be missed by many.Per family's request, flowers and cards are suggested to be sent to Calvary Chapel, 15553 Warwick Blvd Ste K, Newport News, Virginia 23603.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Shirley Dolores Minor

Lois M. Zubrod, 84, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on December 10, 2023, at Chapman Valley Manor surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 24, 1939, to Vernie and Lela Parrott (McClam) in Florence County, South Carolina. She graduated Lake City High School in 1958. After graduation, she worked at the South Carolina Health and Environmental Services with both her sisters, Margaret and Hazel. While working in the department, she met the love of her life, Leroy Zubrod. They married on May 7, 1960, in Columbia, South Carolina. They enjoyed 56 years together until his passing in 2016.Being a military spouse, she had the opportunity to travel the country with her husband and children. After leaving New Jersey in 1979, she found work on Fort Riley as a receptionist for the radiology department in the Irwin Army Hospital for many years until her retirement.

Lois had an excellent green thumb, some of her favorite flowers were petunias, begonias, and roses. She always made sure to have her home well grown with live greenery. Besides the floral scents from the garden, her Southern cooking aromas also had a special place in her home. Christmas dinners were always a treat for her large family. They will remember them fondly.

She is survived by her son, Robert (Diana) Zubrod of Arlington, Texas; daughter, Bonnie (Barry) Kluesner of Junction City, Kansas; one sister, Hazel (Ronnie) McCall of Lexington, South Carolina; three grandsons, Daniel Whitebread, Levi Whitebread, and Ryan Zubrod; one granddaughter, Angela Hamilton and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded by her loving husband Leroy; one sister, Margaret; one brother, Jackie and her mother and father. Lois's family will always remember her as a sweet soft spoken Southern Belle.

Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Parkinson's Voice Project, 646 N Coit Rd # 2250, Richardson, TX 75080 and the Purple Heart Foundation, Purple Heart Foundation P.O. Box 49, Annandale, VA 22003.

A visitation will take place on Monday, December 18, 2023, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home.

The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home followed by a committal service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.L

Lois's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time.&nbsp;<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcwMjM1NDkyNzI4NTM1MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click Here</a>&nbsp;to view the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Lois M. Zubrod, 84, of Milford, Kansas, passed away on December 10, 2023, at Chapman Valley Manor surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 24, 1939, to Vernie and Lela Parrott (McClam) in Florence County, South Carolina. She graduated Lake City High School in 1958. After graduation, she worked at the South Carolina Health and Environmental Services with both her sisters, Margaret and Hazel. While working in the department, she met the love of her life, Leroy Zubrod. They married on May 7, 1960, in Columbia, South Carolina. They enjoyed 56 years together until his passing in 2016.Being a military spouse, she had the opportunity to travel the country with her husband and children. After leaving New Jersey in 1979, she found work on Fort Riley as a receptionist for the radiology department in the Irwin Army Hospital for many years until her retirement.Lois had an excellent green thumb, some of her favorite flowers were petunias, begonias, and roses. She always made sure to have her home well grown with live greenery. Besides the floral scents from the garden, her Southern cooking aromas also had a special place in her home. Christmas dinners were always a treat for her large family. They will remember them fondly.She is survived by her son, Robert (Diana) Zubrod of Arlington, Texas; daughter, Bonnie (Barry) Kluesner of Junction City, Kansas; one sister, Hazel (Ronnie) McCall of Lexington, South Carolina; three grandsons, Daniel Whitebread, Levi Whitebread, and Ryan Zubrod; one granddaughter, Angela Hamilton and five great-grandchildren.She was preceded by her loving husband Leroy; one sister, Margaret; one brother, Jackie and her mother and father. Lois's family will always remember her as a sweet soft spoken Southern Belle.Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Parkinson's Voice Project, 646 N Coit Rd # 2250, Richardson, TX 75080 and the Purple Heart Foundation, Purple Heart Foundation P.O. Box 49, Annandale, VA 22003.A visitation will take place on Monday, December 18, 2023, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home.The funeral service will take place on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Johnson Funeral Home followed by a committal service at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery.LLois's service will be livestreamed at the scheduled service time.&nbsp;<a href="https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTcwMjM1NDkyNzI4NTM1MCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==">Click Here</a>&nbsp;to view the service.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lois M. Zubrod

Cecilia 'Sheila' Quintanilla, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. &nbsp;

She was born November 22, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of Joseph and Maria (Flores) Chavez. She was the third of twelve children.

In April 1955, Sheila married Emilio Quintanilla in San Antonio, Texas. He preceded her in death on February 15, 2001. Together, they were blessed with eleven children. Sheila and her family lived in San Antonio, Texas, for several years. They later moved to Paxico, Kansas, to raise their family.

As a young girl, Sheila perfected her craft as a seamstress, mending clothing; while living with her aunt and uncle, she worked in the cotton fields of Brownsville, Texas, to help support her mother and siblings. Sheila was a certified medical assistant at the Alma Manor for over 20 years. She enjoyed caring for the elderly and was very proud of her profession.

&nbsp;In her free time, she enjoyed playing fast-pitch softball from a young age until she was in her 50s; the sport led her to meet the love of her life, Emilio. She and Emilio enjoyed fishing together and took great pride in her family dinners on Sundays, often making her famous tamales and ox tail soup. 

Sheila was passionate about her heritage and her family. She loved watching Spanish soap operas with her granddaughters; even if they didn’t understand, having them by her side brought her great joy. She was a feisty woman and family-oriented. She fiercely protected her family and was proud to be a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and aunt.

Survivors include her children, Cecilia Jean (Ken) Bramblett, son-in-law, Vincent Hurla, Emilio (Deb) Quintanilla, Robert (Diane) Quintanilla, Norma (Melvin) Burris, Barbara (Rodger) Bussart, Sonya (Todd) Whitwam, Bonnie Quintanilla, Keith Quintanilla, Ray (Carmen) Quintanilla, and Melissa Myers, thirty-seven grandchildren, seventy-two great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren, and one on the way.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Maria Chavez, husband Emilio Quintanilla, daughter Emily Quintanilla Hurla, granddaughter Shana Bird and Elizabeth Kates, and three brothers and six sisters.

A Rosary Service will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, with a visitation following the Rosary from 5:30 until 7:30. Cecilia will lie in state at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 17, 2023. 

Funeral services and burial will be held privately. 

The family asks in place of flowers to donate to the Alzheimer’s Society. Those may be sent to the care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/" target="_blank">www.campanellastewart.com</a>

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 </figure>Cecilia 'Sheila' Quintanilla, age 89, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2023, at Valley Vista Good Samaritan Society in Wamego. &nbsp;She was born November 22, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas, the daughter of Joseph and Maria (Flores) Chavez. She was the third of twelve children.In April 1955, Sheila married Emilio Quintanilla in San Antonio, Texas. He preceded her in death on February 15, 2001. Together, they were blessed with eleven children. Sheila and her family lived in San Antonio, Texas, for several years. They later moved to Paxico, Kansas, to raise their family.As a young girl, Sheila perfected her craft as a seamstress, mending clothing; while living with her aunt and uncle, she worked in the cotton fields of Brownsville, Texas, to help support her mother and siblings. Sheila was a certified medical assistant at the Alma Manor for over 20 years. She enjoyed caring for the elderly and was very proud of her profession.&nbsp;In her free time, she enjoyed playing fast-pitch softball from a young age until she was in her 50s; the sport led her to meet the love of her life, Emilio. She and Emilio enjoyed fishing together and took great pride in her family dinners on Sundays, often making her famous tamales and ox tail soup. Sheila was passionate about her heritage and her family. She loved watching Spanish soap operas with her granddaughters; even if they didn’t understand, having them by her side brought her great joy. She was a feisty woman and family-oriented. She fiercely protected her family and was proud to be a wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, and aunt.Survivors include her children, Cecilia Jean (Ken) Bramblett, son-in-law, Vincent Hurla, Emilio (Deb) Quintanilla, Robert (Diane) Quintanilla, Norma (Melvin) Burris, Barbara (Rodger) Bussart, Sonya (Todd) Whitwam, Bonnie Quintanilla, Keith Quintanilla, Ray (Carmen) Quintanilla, and Melissa Myers, thirty-seven grandchildren, seventy-two great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren, and one on the way.She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Maria Chavez, husband Emilio Quintanilla, daughter Emily Quintanilla Hurla, granddaughter Shana Bird and Elizabeth Kates, and three brothers and six sisters.A Rosary Service will be held on Sunday, December 17, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, with a visitation following the Rosary from 5:30 until 7:30. Cecilia will lie in state at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Funeral services and burial will be held privately. The family asks in place of flowers to donate to the Alzheimer’s Society. Those may be sent to the care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/" target="_blank">www.campanellastewart.com</a>

Cecilia 'Sheila' Quintanilla

Crystal Kay Leasure Holub was born on July 6, 1957 in Manhattan, Kansas to Elden and Sylvia (Helmke) Leasure. She is survived by her husband Timothy Mark Holub and five daughters: Jessica Travis (Jeff Conley) of Pratt, Jean (Adam) Shriner of St. George, Theresa (Glenn) Lehman of Hutchinson, Emily Holub of Haysville, and Victoria Holub of Marion. Crystal and Tim are loving grandparents to thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A prayer vigil will be held at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen, Kansas, at 6pm on Friday, December 15, 2023 followed by visitation with the family until 8pm. A celebration of Crystal’s life will be held at 10am on Saturday, December 16, 2023 with interment to follow at St. John’s cemetery in Pilsen. All are invited to a meal provided after the service.

The family invites you to make a donation in honor of Crystal’s courageous seventeen-year journey with cancer to Victory in the Valley, Inc. in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.com

Crystal Kay Leasure Holub was born on July 6, 1957 in Manhattan, Kansas to Elden and Sylvia (Helmke) Leasure. After moving to Texas for a few years, the family returned to Manhattan in 1963, where Crystal graduated from Manhattan High School in 1975. In 1976, she earned her associates degree in nursing and married James Travis. Two daughters, Jessica Ann and Jean Marie were born shortly after. 

When the couple divorced in 1978, Crystal worked for several years as a nurse in the Kansas State University’s Lafene Health Center, raising and supporting her daughters. It was while working at Lafene that Crystal met the love of her life, Tim, when he came to the student health center to have a cut on his hand stitched. Shortly after, a romance blossomed. Crystal’s love of yellow roses began when Tim gave Crystal two yellow roses early in their relationship.

Crystal and Timothy Mark Holub married at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen Kansas, on March 13, 1982 where Jessica and Jean served as flower girls in celebration of their wedding. Shortly after, Tim accepted a job in Wichita and the family moved to Andale, finally settling in Cheney Kansas in 1982. Crystal poured love into her family and with Tim, added three additional daughters - Theresa Diane, Emily Rose and Victoria Lynn. 

Crystal also treasured the years she was an exchange student host mother to Sau Ming (Marissa) from Hong Kong and Xuan Tho (Jennifer) from Vietnam. She enjoyed finding time for home cooked meals, European dark chocolate, NPR radio, genealogy, rock collecting, gardening, thrift and antique stores, fresh baked goodies, a trip to the zoo, sewing, crafting, a rousing game of scrabble, and binge-watching quirky British TV shows. 

Many years were spent as a Girl Scout leader, Altar Society member and religious education teacher. Crystal looked for any reason to celebrate - from solemn Catholic feast days, to making sure each daughter’s birthday was special. She loved to coordinate holiday family gatherings spanning four generations. Crystal loved family time at the Holub family farm.

When her youngest daughter started first grade, Crystal again pursued higher education and a second career in teaching. She earned her Bachelor’s from Newman University in Elementary Education and her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Wichita State University. Crystal taught elementary Special Education in the Wichita USD 259 district, 2nd grade at St. Margaret Mary Catholic school, middle school at Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic school, as well as high school at Oasis Day School in Marion county.

In spite of her many years of selfless dedication to special education and her Catholic faith, Crystal’s family, daughters, and grandchildren remain her greatest and proudest achievement.

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 </figure>July 6, 1957 - December 7, 2023Crystal Kay Leasure Holub was born on July 6, 1957 in Manhattan, Kansas to Elden and Sylvia (Helmke) Leasure. She is survived by her husband Timothy Mark Holub and five daughters: Jessica Travis (Jeff Conley) of Pratt, Jean (Adam) Shriner of St. George, Theresa (Glenn) Lehman of Hutchinson, Emily Holub of Haysville, and Victoria Holub of Marion. Crystal and Tim are loving grandparents to thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.A prayer vigil will be held at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen, Kansas, at 6pm on Friday, December 15, 2023 followed by visitation with the family until 8pm. A celebration of Crystal’s life will be held at 10am on Saturday, December 16, 2023 with interment to follow at St. John’s cemetery in Pilsen. All are invited to a meal provided after the service.The family invites you to make a donation in honor of Crystal’s courageous seventeen-year journey with cancer to Victory in the Valley, Inc. in care of Jost Funeral Home P.O. Box 266 Hillsboro, KS 67063. &nbsp;Online condolences at www.jostfuneralhome.comLife StoryCrystal Kay Leasure Holub was born on July 6, 1957 in Manhattan, Kansas to Elden and Sylvia (Helmke) Leasure. After moving to Texas for a few years, the family returned to Manhattan in 1963, where Crystal graduated from Manhattan High School in 1975. In 1976, she earned her associates degree in nursing and married James Travis. Two daughters, Jessica Ann and Jean Marie were born shortly after. When the couple divorced in 1978, Crystal worked for several years as a nurse in the Kansas State University’s Lafene Health Center, raising and supporting her daughters. It was while working at Lafene that Crystal met the love of her life, Tim, when he came to the student health center to have a cut on his hand stitched. Shortly after, a romance blossomed. Crystal’s love of yellow roses began when Tim gave Crystal two yellow roses early in their relationship.Crystal and Timothy Mark Holub married at St. John Nepomucene Catholic Church in Pilsen Kansas, on March 13, 1982 where Jessica and Jean served as flower girls in celebration of their wedding. Shortly after, Tim accepted a job in Wichita and the family moved to Andale, finally settling in Cheney Kansas in 1982. Crystal poured love into her family and with Tim, added three additional daughters - Theresa Diane, Emily Rose and Victoria Lynn. Crystal also treasured the years she was an exchange student host mother to Sau Ming (Marissa) from Hong Kong and Xuan Tho (Jennifer) from Vietnam. She enjoyed finding time for home cooked meals, European dark chocolate, NPR radio, genealogy, rock collecting, gardening, thrift and antique stores, fresh baked goodies, a trip to the zoo, sewing, crafting, a rousing game of scrabble, and binge-watching quirky British TV shows. Many years were spent as a Girl Scout leader, Altar Society member and religious education teacher. Crystal looked for any reason to celebrate - from solemn Catholic feast days, to making sure each daughter’s birthday was special. She loved to coordinate holiday family gatherings spanning four generations. Crystal loved family time at the Holub family farm.When her youngest daughter started first grade, Crystal again pursued higher education and a second career in teaching. She earned her Bachelor’s from Newman University in Elementary Education and her Master’s Degree in Special Education from Wichita State University. Crystal taught elementary Special Education in the Wichita USD 259 district, 2nd grade at St. Margaret Mary Catholic school, middle school at Church of the Holy Spirit Catholic school, as well as high school at Oasis Day School in Marion county.In spite of her many years of selfless dedication to special education and her Catholic faith, Crystal’s family, daughters, and grandchildren remain her greatest and proudest achievement.

Crystal Kay Leasure Holub

Gary Virgil Chaput, age 73, died November 20, 2023, at the Saint Lukes Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. 

He was born on October 12, 1950, to Virgil and Lela (Schumock) Chaput, in Clay Center, KS. Gary grew up in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton High School in 1969. 

He enlisted into the United States Army in 1970. He served as an active-duty soldier from 1970-1976. Immediately following, he joined the Kansas National Guard and served from 1976-1989. 

Gary married Brenda Deaver in 1974. To this union three children were born. Gary worked for Hutchinson Maywrath, LCL Buffalo Ranch, and retired from Heatron in Leavenworth, KS. 

Even though Gary was referred to as a stubborn ol’ fart, he loved to talk, tell jokes and was quite the prankster. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his shop. &nbsp;Gary could be found each morning with a coffee and newspaper in his hand. &nbsp;

He is preceded in death by parents and sister, Judy Duggan.

Survivors: Wife: Brenda Chaput of Leavenworth, KS Daughter: Renee (John) Lemons of Leavenworth, KS Son: Eddie (Erin) Chaput, of Clifton, KS Son: Nathan Chaput of Concordia, KS Brother: Larry (Judy) Chaput of Clifton, KS Grandchildren: Calvin, Christian (Rebecca), Conner, Kayleigh, Kylee and Katelynn Fouquet, Breanna, D.J., Dominic, Hunter and Maci Chaput, Raylea Studt Great Grandchildren: Elizabeth and Evelyn Fouquet, Sage Chaput, and Lakelynn Smith

Funeral Services: &nbsp;November 25, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clifton, KS&nbsp;

Minister: Father Steve Heina Burial: St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, Kansas Visitation: November 25, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clifton, KS Memorials: &nbsp;Memorials can be made to Wreaths Across America c/o the funeral home&nbsp;

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 </figure>Gary Virgil Chaput, age 73, died November 20, 2023, at the Saint Lukes Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on October 12, 1950, to Virgil and Lela (Schumock) Chaput, in Clay Center, KS. Gary grew up in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton High School in 1969. He enlisted into the United States Army in 1970. He served as an active-duty soldier from 1970-1976. Immediately following, he joined the Kansas National Guard and served from 1976-1989. Gary married Brenda Deaver in 1974. To this union three children were born. Gary worked for Hutchinson Maywrath, LCL Buffalo Ranch, and retired from Heatron in Leavenworth, KS. Even though Gary was referred to as a stubborn ol’ fart, he loved to talk, tell jokes and was quite the prankster. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and tinkering in his shop. &nbsp;Gary could be found each morning with a coffee and newspaper in his hand. &nbsp;He is preceded in death by parents and sister, Judy Duggan.Survivors: Wife: Brenda Chaput of Leavenworth, KS Daughter: Renee (John) Lemons of Leavenworth, KS Son: Eddie (Erin) Chaput, of Clifton, KS Son: Nathan Chaput of Concordia, KS Brother: Larry (Judy) Chaput of Clifton, KS Grandchildren: Calvin, Christian (Rebecca), Conner, Kayleigh, Kylee and Katelynn Fouquet, Breanna, D.J., Dominic, Hunter and Maci Chaput, Raylea Studt Great Grandchildren: Elizabeth and Evelyn Fouquet, Sage Chaput, and Lakelynn SmithFuneral Services: &nbsp;November 25, 2023, at 10:00 AM at the St. Mary's Catholic Church in Clifton, KS&nbsp;Minister: Father Steve Heina Burial: St. Marys Cemetery, Clifton, Kansas Visitation: November 25, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clifton, KS Memorials: &nbsp;Memorials can be made to Wreaths Across America c/o the funeral home&nbsp;

Gary Virgil Chaput

Frank Purling, Jr., 75 of Morganville, Kansas, died November 22, 2023 at the Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas. He was born on August 7, 1948 in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Frank Purling, Sr. and Darlene Mae Langley &nbsp;&nbsp;

Frank was raised in Clay Center and graduated with the Class of 1966 from CCCHS. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam war. Frank returned to Clay Center and later moved to Manhattan, Kansas and worked in construction for many years. &nbsp;

In the 1990’s, he moved to Colorado and started ranching. Frank returned to the Clay Center area and continued ranching. He was a member of Cowboys for Christ and a past member of the American Legion. As a veteran himself, Frank loved the United States and believed wholeheartedly in the promise of freedom. Led by his Christian faith in all aspects of life, Frank was honorable, generous, and kind.

Frank loved country music; a good laugh; authentic company; fresh, open air; the sunrise, sunset and a good honest day's work in between. Frank loved animals, seeing them as a blessing and as companions. 

Frank's ability to understand and communicate with animals was a gift and, in this gift, he found his calling. Frank loved life and had the courage to live his life to its fullest. 

Frank was preceded in death by his parents and a sister-in-law, Barb Wilson.

He is survived by his daughters, Jennifer and husband Michael Baker of Prairie Village, Kansas and Jill Burgess of Lenexa, Kansas; sister, Linda and husband Sam Gibbs of Clay Center, Kansas; brother, Tom Purling of Clay Center, Kansas; 4 Grandchildren and 1 Great-grandson.

Visitation will be held from 3-7PM on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Graveside memorial services will be held at 10:30AM on Friday, January 19, 2023 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to Cowboys for Christ or the Clay County Fair Board and can be sent in Care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Frank Purling, Jr., 75 of Morganville, Kansas, died November 22, 2023 at the Midland Care Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas. He was born on August 7, 1948 in Clay Center, Kansas, the son of Frank Purling, Sr. and Darlene Mae Langley &nbsp;&nbsp;Frank was raised in Clay Center and graduated with the Class of 1966 from CCCHS. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam war. Frank returned to Clay Center and later moved to Manhattan, Kansas and worked in construction for many years. &nbsp;In the 1990’s, he moved to Colorado and started ranching. Frank returned to the Clay Center area and continued ranching. He was a member of Cowboys for Christ and a past member of the American Legion. As a veteran himself, Frank loved the United States and believed wholeheartedly in the promise of freedom. Led by his Christian faith in all aspects of life, Frank was honorable, generous, and kind.Frank loved country music; a good laugh; authentic company; fresh, open air; the sunrise, sunset and a good honest day's work in between. Frank loved animals, seeing them as a blessing and as companions. Frank's ability to understand and communicate with animals was a gift and, in this gift, he found his calling. Frank loved life and had the courage to live his life to its fullest. Frank was preceded in death by his parents and a sister-in-law, Barb Wilson.He is survived by his daughters, Jennifer and husband Michael Baker of Prairie Village, Kansas and Jill Burgess of Lenexa, Kansas; sister, Linda and husband Sam Gibbs of Clay Center, Kansas; brother, Tom Purling of Clay Center, Kansas; 4 Grandchildren and 1 Great-grandson.Visitation will be held from 3-7PM on Thursday, January 18, 2024 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.Graveside memorial services will be held at 10:30AM on Friday, January 19, 2023 at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.Memorials may be made to Cowboys for Christ or the Clay County Fair Board and can be sent in Care of the funeral home.

Frank Purling Jr

Wanda Elaine (Carter) Laflin 86, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023, in her sleep at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie, KS.&nbsp;

She was born in Clay Center, KS and later moved to Rushville, MO with her family. &nbsp;Wanda married William Laflin and moved to Nickerson, KS, where she was a housewife and mother for many years, then worked as a security guard at Cessna, and as a travelling CNA.&nbsp;

Wanda was the daughter of James and Jessie (Dunavan) Carter of Rushville, MO who preceded her in death, as well as her husband, William, and three siblings, James Carter II, La Forest “Red” Carter, and Marietta Duty. &nbsp;

Wanda is survived by her children, Von Laflin, Wendy Laflin, three grandchildren, Logan Hicks, Aubrey Heckathorn and Troy Laflin as&nbsp;well as 3 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;

Visitation will be Monday, December 4, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Funeral Services will be held on, Monday, December 4, 2023, at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;

Internment will directly follow services at Timber Creek Cemetery, Clay County, Kansas

Memorials: &nbsp;Can be made to the Alzheimer's Association in c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Wanda Elaine (Carter) Laflin 86, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023, in her sleep at Prairie Sunset Home, Pretty Prairie, KS.&nbsp;She was born in Clay Center, KS and later moved to Rushville, MO with her family. &nbsp;Wanda married William Laflin and moved to Nickerson, KS, where she was a housewife and mother for many years, then worked as a security guard at Cessna, and as a travelling CNA.&nbsp;Wanda was the daughter of James and Jessie (Dunavan) Carter of Rushville, MO who preceded her in death, as well as her husband, William, and three siblings, James Carter II, La Forest “Red” Carter, and Marietta Duty. &nbsp;Wanda is survived by her children, Von Laflin, Wendy Laflin, three grandchildren, Logan Hicks, Aubrey Heckathorn and Troy Laflin as&nbsp;well as 3 great-grandchildren. &nbsp;Visitation will be Monday, December 4, 2023, from 9:00 AM until the time of service at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.Funeral Services will be held on, Monday, December 4, 2023, at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;Internment will directly follow services at Timber Creek Cemetery, Clay County, KansasMemorials: &nbsp;Can be made to the Alzheimer's Association in c/o the funeral home

Wanda Elaine Laflin

Roy E. Jennings, Jr., 85, of Clay Center, Kansas passed away at Wakefield, Kansas on Friday, December 1, 2023. 

He was born in Hays, Kansas on October 12, 1938 to Roy E. and Ethel Jennings, the seventh of seven children. Roy attended school in Junction City before joining the U.S. Navy. 

Roy met the love of his life, Lillian Joyce Sumner, during their years as young adults, both having grown up in Kansas. Joyce would later say that she knew Roy was the man she was going to marry. The pair married November 28, 1957 and left immediately as Roy had enlisted in the Navy. Roy and Joyce couldn’t wait to start a family. To this union were born two children, LaCinda Dawn Jennings, and Roy E. Jennings III.&nbsp;

Roy was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, his parents, his daughter, LaCinda, and his longtime friend, Richard Avery.&nbsp;

He is survived by his son Roy E. (Jay) Jennings, III and wife Nan; six grandchildren; one great grandson; nieces; nephews, and many friends.

Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Funeral services will be held at 9:00AM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Clay Center, Kansas.

Burial will be held at 1:30PM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Roy and Joyce Jennings Revocable Scholarship Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Roy E. Jennings, Jr., 85, of Clay Center, Kansas passed away at Wakefield, Kansas on Friday, December 1, 2023. He was born in Hays, Kansas on October 12, 1938 to Roy E. and Ethel Jennings, the seventh of seven children. Roy attended school in Junction City before joining the U.S. Navy. Roy met the love of his life, Lillian Joyce Sumner, during their years as young adults, both having grown up in Kansas. Joyce would later say that she knew Roy was the man she was going to marry. The pair married November 28, 1957 and left immediately as Roy had enlisted in the Navy. Roy and Joyce couldn’t wait to start a family. To this union were born two children, LaCinda Dawn Jennings, and Roy E. Jennings III.&nbsp;Roy was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, his parents, his daughter, LaCinda, and his longtime friend, Richard Avery.&nbsp;He is survived by his son Roy E. (Jay) Jennings, III and wife Nan; six grandchildren; one great grandson; nieces; nephews, and many friends.Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.Funeral services will be held at 9:00AM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Clay Center, Kansas.Burial will be held at 1:30PM on Wednesday, December 20, 2023 at the Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to the Roy and Joyce Jennings Revocable Scholarship Fund and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

Roy Jennings, Jr

Jack Wilder, 88, of Clay Center died on Monday, December 4, 2023 at &nbsp;Advena Living of Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on September 21, 1935 in Clay Center, the son of Charles and Viola (Gebhardt) Wilder. &nbsp;

Jack grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1953. &nbsp;He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-1957, returning to Clay Center in 1957 and worked at Sears-Roebuck for a short time. Jack married Irene Walsh and they later divorced. &nbsp;He then married Darylene (Gunter) Carver on December 10, 1966 and she preceded him in death on October 20, 2023. &nbsp;Jack started his own wholesale business, selling various items to convenience stores in the surrounding areas for over 50 years.

He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where he was an usher, Elder and a member of the evangelical committee. &nbsp;Jack was also a member of the American Legion.

He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Jacky; great granddaughter, Saraya Ciampa and sister JoAnn Wilder.

Jack is survived by his daughters, Sherry and husband, Christian Ruiz of Andover, KS, Lisa and husband, Tim Kaufman of Clay Center, KS, Darla Wilder of Junction City, KS, and Linda and husband, Dennis Parry of Moundridge, KS; son, James “Jay” Carver; 15 grandchildren, Jill Wasko, Mindy (David) Parry, Holly (Matt) Plank, Jesse Taunton (Amy), Jareth Taunton, Aaron Jones, Jon (Sari) Cunningham, Jason (Rachel) Cunningham, Jeremy Cunningham, Jacob Ruiz, Ray Davis, Jennifer (Phillip) Ciampa, Lacy (Mike) Abell, Amanda Houchin (Clayton Mason) and Michael Houchin &nbsp;and 30 great grandchildren, Adelyn, Baby Parry, Paisley, Lucas, Elijah, Caden, Chance, Aeriana, Clara, Corbin, Titus, Lydia, Gideon, Evangeline, Ezra, Chloe, Abigail, Ryland, Emma, Izzy, Ally, Jeremiah, Gracelyn, Ezra, Lily, Isaiah, TJ, Monica, Hunter Ray and Hailyn.

Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Friday, December 8, 2023 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Clay Center, Kansas.

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

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

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 </figure>Jack Wilder, 88, of Clay Center died on Monday, December 4, 2023 at &nbsp;Advena Living of Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on September 21, 1935 in Clay Center, the son of Charles and Viola (Gebhardt) Wilder. &nbsp;Jack grew up in Clay Center and graduated from CCCHS in 1953. &nbsp;He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1953-1957, returning to Clay Center in 1957 and worked at Sears-Roebuck for a short time. Jack married Irene Walsh and they later divorced. &nbsp;He then married Darylene (Gunter) Carver on December 10, 1966 and she preceded him in death on October 20, 2023. &nbsp;Jack started his own wholesale business, selling various items to convenience stores in the surrounding areas for over 50 years.He was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, where he was an usher, Elder and a member of the evangelical committee. &nbsp;Jack was also a member of the American Legion.He was also preceded in death by his parents; son, Jacky; great granddaughter, Saraya Ciampa and sister JoAnn Wilder.Jack is survived by his daughters, Sherry and husband, Christian Ruiz of Andover, KS, Lisa and husband, Tim Kaufman of Clay Center, KS, Darla Wilder of Junction City, KS, and Linda and husband, Dennis Parry of Moundridge, KS; son, James “Jay” Carver; 15 grandchildren, Jill Wasko, Mindy (David) Parry, Holly (Matt) Plank, Jesse Taunton (Amy), Jareth Taunton, Aaron Jones, Jon (Sari) Cunningham, Jason (Rachel) Cunningham, Jeremy Cunningham, Jacob Ruiz, Ray Davis, Jennifer (Phillip) Ciampa, Lacy (Mike) Abell, Amanda Houchin (Clayton Mason) and Michael Houchin &nbsp;and 30 great grandchildren, Adelyn, Baby Parry, Paisley, Lucas, Elijah, Caden, Chance, Aeriana, Clara, Corbin, Titus, Lydia, Gideon, Evangeline, Ezra, Chloe, Abigail, Ryland, Emma, Izzy, Ally, Jeremiah, Gracelyn, Ezra, Lily, Isaiah, TJ, Monica, Hunter Ray and Hailyn.Visitation will be held from 4-7PM on Friday, December 8, 2023 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.Funeral services will be held at 10:30AM on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Clay Center, Kansas.Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and can be sent in care of the funeral home.

Jack Wilder

Ann Appleton, 86 died December 5, 2023, in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;She was born on April 2, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Oliver and Alice (Hanson) Munson. &nbsp;

Ann was a graduate of the Class of 1955 from Clay Center High School. 

She married Gary Appleton on July 29, 1955. &nbsp;They made their home in Missouri and Kansas as Gary served in the US Air Force and later as a United Methodist minister. &nbsp;They returned to Clay Center when Gary retired. &nbsp;

Ann worked for KCLY radio station for several years. &nbsp;Gary preceded her in death on April 11, 2009. &nbsp;

Ann was a member of the United Methodist Church where she played bells and the piano, active in the United Methodist Women’s organization and a member of the Pilot Club. &nbsp;

She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Mark Appleton, brother, Gary Munson, sister, Verena Jackson, and a grandson.

Son: Steve and wife Roberta Ann Appleton of Clay Center, KS

6 grandchildren and two Great-grandchildren

Funeral Services: 10:00 AM Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Clay Center United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: 4-7 PM Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home

Memorials: &nbsp;Alzheimer's Association c/o the funeral home

Online condolences may be made at www.nsrfh.com

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 </figure>Ann Appleton, 86 died December 5, 2023, in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;She was born on April 2, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Oliver and Alice (Hanson) Munson. &nbsp;Ann was a graduate of the Class of 1955 from Clay Center High School. She married Gary Appleton on July 29, 1955. &nbsp;They made their home in Missouri and Kansas as Gary served in the US Air Force and later as a United Methodist minister. &nbsp;They returned to Clay Center when Gary retired. &nbsp;Ann worked for KCLY radio station for several years. &nbsp;Gary preceded her in death on April 11, 2009. &nbsp;Ann was a member of the United Methodist Church where she played bells and the piano, active in the United Methodist Women’s organization and a member of the Pilot Club. &nbsp;She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Mark Appleton, brother, Gary Munson, sister, Verena Jackson, and a grandson.Survivors:Son: Steve and wife Roberta Ann Appleton of Clay Center, KSSon: Andrew Appleton of Washington DC6 grandchildren and two Great-grandchildrenFuneral Services: 10:00 AM Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Clay Center United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;Minister: Rev. Reuben LangatBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 4-7 PM Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials: &nbsp;Alzheimer's Association c/o the funeral homeOnline condolences may be made at www.nsrfh.com

Ann Appleton

Lloyd Edward Walters, 74 died December 8, 2023, in Salina, KS.

He was born on October 23, 1949, in Clarion, PA, the son of Alfred and Barbara (Melnak) Walters. &nbsp; Lloyd was raised in Sharon, PA. &nbsp;

He served in the US Army for 26 years. &nbsp;While in the Army, Lloyd served in Europe, three tours to the DMZ in Korea and in the Persian Gulf War in 1990-91. &nbsp;

After retiring from the army, he worked as a substance abuse counselor for several years. &nbsp;In 2021, Lloyd married Gidget Hare. &nbsp;

During a cross-country road trip, their vehicle broke down in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;They enjoyed the community so much; they decided to stay and make Clay Center their home. &nbsp;Lloyd was a member of the VFW, American Legion, DAV and supported many charitable organizations through the years. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Margaret Pinch.

Survivors: Wife: Gidget Walters, of Clay Center, KS Son: Lloyd Walters, Jr of Sierra Vista, AZ Daughter: Darcy Walters of Sierra Vista, AZ Daughter: Rebekah Walters of Sierra Vista, AZ Granddaughter: Caitlin Walters Great-granddaughter: Kinsley Walters

Funeral Services: &nbsp;1:00 PM Monday, December 18, 2023, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Rd., Manhattan KS 66503.

Memorials: &nbsp;In Lloyd’s honor to the organization of the donor's choice

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 </figure>Lloyd Edward Walters, 74 died December 8, 2023, in Salina, KS.He was born on October 23, 1949, in Clarion, PA, the son of Alfred and Barbara (Melnak) Walters. &nbsp; Lloyd was raised in Sharon, PA. &nbsp;He served in the US Army for 26 years. &nbsp;While in the Army, Lloyd served in Europe, three tours to the DMZ in Korea and in the Persian Gulf War in 1990-91. &nbsp;After retiring from the army, he worked as a substance abuse counselor for several years. &nbsp;In 2021, Lloyd married Gidget Hare. &nbsp;During a cross-country road trip, their vehicle broke down in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;They enjoyed the community so much; they decided to stay and make Clay Center their home. &nbsp;Lloyd was a member of the VFW, American Legion, DAV and supported many charitable organizations through the years. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Margaret Pinch.Survivors: Wife: Gidget Walters, of Clay Center, KS Son: Lloyd Walters, Jr of Sierra Vista, AZ Daughter: Darcy Walters of Sierra Vista, AZ Daughter: Rebekah Walters of Sierra Vista, AZ Granddaughter: Caitlin Walters Great-granddaughter: Kinsley WaltersFuneral Services: &nbsp;1:00 PM Monday, December 18, 2023, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Rd., Manhattan KS 66503.Memorials: &nbsp;In Lloyd’s honor to the organization of the donor's choice

Lloyd Walters

Thomas E. Tyree, 79 of Leonardville, Kansas died on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on August 31, 1944 in St. Albans, West Virginia, the son of Henry and Clara (Deweise) Tyree.

Tom grew up and attended schools in West Virginia. &nbsp;He served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969, doing one tour in Vietnam. &nbsp;He married Helen Worthington on March 6, 1970 and she preceded him in death on July 4, 2023. &nbsp;The couple moved to Clay center in 1970. &nbsp;Tom worked for the Civil Service at Fort Riley for a short time in the early 1970s, Hutinson/Mayrath and drove a concrete truck for many years in Junction City, Florida and Clay Center. &nbsp;He and Helen also owned and operated the Silver Dollar Bar and operated the Rex Theater in Clay Center. &nbsp;He is also preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Donald and Cecil Tyree.

He is survived by his son, James and wife, Tamara Ferguson of Trenton, GA; daughters, Debra and husband, Dean Dunn of Clay Center, KS, Michelle Stephan of St. Lous, MO, and Pamela and husband, Steven Lilley of Clay Center, KS; 13 grandchildren; 38 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; brother, Doug Tyree of Hurricane, WV and sister, Joyce Burford of Charleston, WV.

Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;

Burial will be held in the Greenwood cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 9:00AM until service time at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

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 </figure>Thomas E. Tyree, 79 of Leonardville, Kansas died on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at the Clay County Medical Center in Clay Center, Kansas. &nbsp;He was born on August 31, 1944 in St. Albans, West Virginia, the son of Henry and Clara (Deweise) Tyree.Tom grew up and attended schools in West Virginia. &nbsp;He served in the U.S. Army from 1967-1969, doing one tour in Vietnam. &nbsp;He married Helen Worthington on March 6, 1970 and she preceded him in death on July 4, 2023. &nbsp;The couple moved to Clay center in 1970. &nbsp;Tom worked for the Civil Service at Fort Riley for a short time in the early 1970s, Hutinson/Mayrath and drove a concrete truck for many years in Junction City, Florida and Clay Center. &nbsp;He and Helen also owned and operated the Silver Dollar Bar and operated the Rex Theater in Clay Center. &nbsp;He is also preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Donald and Cecil Tyree.He is survived by his son, James and wife, Tamara Ferguson of Trenton, GA; daughters, Debra and husband, Dean Dunn of Clay Center, KS, Michelle Stephan of St. Lous, MO, and Pamela and husband, Steven Lilley of Clay Center, KS; 13 grandchildren; 38 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; brother, Doug Tyree of Hurricane, WV and sister, Joyce Burford of Charleston, WV.Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 at 10:30AM at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;Burial will be held in the Greenwood cemetery in Clay Center, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 16, 2023 from 9:00AM until service time at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, Kansas.

Thomas E. Tyree

Richard (Dick) Nelson Elkins, 89, passed away at home in Manhattan, Kansas on Sunday, December 10,2023 following a two-year battle with cancer.

Dick was born on February 10, 1934, in Clay Center, Kansas to Howard (Bud) and Mary Josephine (Jo) Elkins (nee Stephenson). Dick grew up on a farm south of Wakefield, Kansas.

Dick graduated from Wakefield High School and Kansas State University with a BS in Agricultural Education and a MS in Guidance Counseling. Dick married Arlene Fehlman on July 28, 1956, in Wakefield, Kansas. Dick served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958 and the Army Reserve until 1962. Son, Marc was born in 1957 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Dick taught at Mankato High School, Mankato, Kansas where daughter, Marcia was born in 1959. He went on to work as a Guidance Counselor at Beloit High School, Beloit, Kansas where daughter, Michelle was born in 1964.

Dick returned to Kansas State University in 1966 where he was hired as the Assistant Director of Admissions and subsequently promoted to Associate Director and then Director of Admissions serving the University for 32 years. Dick traveled to every part of the State to talk to high school students and parent about attending KSU. He loved working with students to help them find the right place for them to continue their education. Dick made lifelong friends across the state with High School teachers, Guidance Counselors and other College and University Admissions personnel.

Dick shared his love of travel, history, boating, camping, snow skiing and the outdoors with his children. Dick was proud of his children and grandchildren and the lives they have made, and he delighted in the four great-grandchildren. Dick and Arlene traveled extensively enjoying trips across the U.S. and to six continents. 

Upon retirement, Dick and Arlene started an antique business meeting people and making antique friends across country. Dick was a true Kansas farm boy who could fix anything and spent hours tinkering in the garage. Throughout retirement, Dick enjoyed meeting his morning coffee crew.

Dick is greatly missed by his wife, Arlene; his son Marc (Jana) Elkins of Leawood, Kansas, daughter Marcia Elkins, Rapid City, South Dakota, and daughter Michelle Elkins, Manhattan, Kansas; grandchildren, Jeff (Sara) Elkins, and Jeni (Coby) Houser, and four great-grandchildren; along with brothers, Bud Elkins, and Bob (Donetta) Elkins.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Jo Elkins, sister-in-law Kay Elkins and son-in-law Ron Buskerud.

Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday January 6, 2024 at 10:30a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 801 Leavenworth in Manhattan. Private inurnment will be held at a later date at the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial donation to the Wakefield Museum Building Fund, c/o Wakefield Museum, PO Box 193, Wakefield, KS 67487. 

Contributions may also be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Richard (Dick) Nelson Elkins, 89, passed away at home in Manhattan, Kansas on Sunday, December 10,2023 following a two-year battle with cancer.Dick was born on February 10, 1934, in Clay Center, Kansas to Howard (Bud) and Mary Josephine (Jo) Elkins (nee Stephenson). Dick grew up on a farm south of Wakefield, Kansas.Dick graduated from Wakefield High School and Kansas State University with a BS in Agricultural Education and a MS in Guidance Counseling. Dick married Arlene Fehlman on July 28, 1956, in Wakefield, Kansas. Dick served in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958 and the Army Reserve until 1962. Son, Marc was born in 1957 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Dick taught at Mankato High School, Mankato, Kansas where daughter, Marcia was born in 1959. He went on to work as a Guidance Counselor at Beloit High School, Beloit, Kansas where daughter, Michelle was born in 1964.Dick returned to Kansas State University in 1966 where he was hired as the Assistant Director of Admissions and subsequently promoted to Associate Director and then Director of Admissions serving the University for 32 years. Dick traveled to every part of the State to talk to high school students and parent about attending KSU. He loved working with students to help them find the right place for them to continue their education. Dick made lifelong friends across the state with High School teachers, Guidance Counselors and other College and University Admissions personnel.Dick shared his love of travel, history, boating, camping, snow skiing and the outdoors with his children. Dick was proud of his children and grandchildren and the lives they have made, and he delighted in the four great-grandchildren. Dick and Arlene traveled extensively enjoying trips across the U.S. and to six continents. Upon retirement, Dick and Arlene started an antique business meeting people and making antique friends across country. Dick was a true Kansas farm boy who could fix anything and spent hours tinkering in the garage. Throughout retirement, Dick enjoyed meeting his morning coffee crew.Dick is greatly missed by his wife, Arlene; his son Marc (Jana) Elkins of Leawood, Kansas, daughter Marcia Elkins, Rapid City, South Dakota, and daughter Michelle Elkins, Manhattan, Kansas; grandchildren, Jeff (Sara) Elkins, and Jeni (Coby) Houser, and four great-grandchildren; along with brothers, Bud Elkins, and Bob (Donetta) Elkins.Dick was preceded in death by his parents, Bud and Jo Elkins, sister-in-law Kay Elkins and son-in-law Ron Buskerud.Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday January 6, 2024 at 10:30a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church, 801 Leavenworth in Manhattan. Private inurnment will be held at a later date at the Highland Cemetery in Wakefield, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, the family requests a memorial donation to the Wakefield Museum Building Fund, c/o Wakefield Museum, PO Box 193, Wakefield, KS 67487. Contributions may also be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Richard Elkins

Heather Jager, age 52, passed away on December 12, 2023, after fighting a battle with Alzheimer’s.&nbsp; Her final moments were spent peacefully at home in Wamego, surrounded by her husband, children, and family. 

Known for always wanting to help people, her contagious smile and extraordinary laugh will be dearly missed by all that knew her.

She was born February 17, 1971, in San Bernardino, California, the daughter of Yvonne (Pippy) Engstrom.&nbsp; She moved back to Junction City, Kansas, where she spent time living with her mother and grandparents.&nbsp; 

She and her mother moved to Manhattan, where she attended Seven Dolors Catholic School.&nbsp; She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1989, and later from Kansas State University with a Bachelors in Social Work.

On April 23, 1993, Heather married her high school sweetheart, Shane Jager, in Manhattan. Later that year, Heather and Shane moved to Wamego, where they raised their three beautiful children Taylor, Madison, and Jace.

She could often be found at her children’s sporting events or dance recitals.&nbsp; She had a passion for the outdoors, where she loved to garden, take walks, water ski, or photograph a beautiful Kansas sunset. She had a sense of adventure and loved to plan family vacations. Her true love was spending time with her children and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband Shane, of the home; her children; Taylor Ryan (Travis), Madison Jager (Cooper Foltz), and Jace Jager; three grandchildren Kasyn Ebert, Hunter Ryan, and Layne Ryan; step-father Tim Stepan; her sisters Courtney and Katie Stepan; her mother and father-in-law, Rodney and Janice Jager; her aunts and uncles; her cousins; her brother and sister in laws; her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Pippy.

A rosary prayer service will be held on Saturday, December 16th at 10:30 AM at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wamego. Mass of Christian Burial will take place after at 11:00 AM. 

The family will greet friends following the Mass at the luncheon in the Parish Hall. 

A private family inurnment will be held at the Wabaunsee Cemetery. 

The family asks in lieu of flowers to donate to “Cops and Kids” or the Westview Community Church, for their program to provide clothing for kids in protective custody. Those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home. 

Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/" target="_blank">www.campanellastewart.com</a>

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 </figure>Heather Jager, age 52, passed away on December 12, 2023, after fighting a battle with Alzheimer’s.&nbsp; Her final moments were spent peacefully at home in Wamego, surrounded by her husband, children, and family. Known for always wanting to help people, her contagious smile and extraordinary laugh will be dearly missed by all that knew her.She was born February 17, 1971, in San Bernardino, California, the daughter of Yvonne (Pippy) Engstrom.&nbsp; She moved back to Junction City, Kansas, where she spent time living with her mother and grandparents.&nbsp; She and her mother moved to Manhattan, where she attended Seven Dolors Catholic School.&nbsp; She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1989, and later from Kansas State University with a Bachelors in Social Work.On April 23, 1993, Heather married her high school sweetheart, Shane Jager, in Manhattan. Later that year, Heather and Shane moved to Wamego, where they raised their three beautiful children Taylor, Madison, and Jace.She could often be found at her children’s sporting events or dance recitals.&nbsp; She had a passion for the outdoors, where she loved to garden, take walks, water ski, or photograph a beautiful Kansas sunset. She had a sense of adventure and loved to plan family vacations. Her true love was spending time with her children and grandchildren.Survivors include her husband Shane, of the home; her children; Taylor Ryan (Travis), Madison Jager (Cooper Foltz), and Jace Jager; three grandchildren Kasyn Ebert, Hunter Ryan, and Layne Ryan; step-father Tim Stepan; her sisters Courtney and Katie Stepan; her mother and father-in-law, Rodney and Janice Jager; her aunts and uncles; her cousins; her brother and sister in laws; her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Pippy.A rosary prayer service will be held on Saturday, December 16th at 10:30 AM at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Wamego. Mass of Christian Burial will take place after at 11:00 AM. The family will greet friends following the Mass at the luncheon in the Parish Hall. A private family inurnment will be held at the Wabaunsee Cemetery. The family asks in lieu of flowers to donate to “Cops and Kids” or the Westview Community Church, for their program to provide clothing for kids in protective custody. Those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.campanellastewart.com/" target="_blank">www.campanellastewart.com</a>

Heather Jager

Cenith Delane Cowing, 88, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, at her family home in Clay Center, KS after a long battle with Parkinson’s dementia. 

Cenith was born on February 27, 1935, on the family farm near Lucas, KS, the last child of 10 children born to Everett and Myra Wood. She attended Downs High School. She met and married John Leonard (Bunky) Cowing. They made their home together in Clay Center for 71 years.

Cenith was a seamstress and homemaker while raising her family, later working at Presbyterian Manor as a cook before joining her husband and son in running Cowing’s Antiques in downtown Clay Center for many, many years. Cenith was also very involved in her church and women’s groups, teaching Sunday School and VBS for decades at Clay Center Christian Church.

Cenith was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She loved babysitting and doing things with her “grands”: Kathy’s Jeremy and Carrie, Robin’s Sarah and Jonathan, and Gina’s Nathan, Gabrielle and Micah. Her “greats” were also a tremendous joy and delight for her when they came along: Jeremy and Karla’s Emilee and Aiden, Carrie’s Gavin and Jt, Nathan and Nicole’s Emmett and Conrad. Nothing seemed to please her more than a baby to hold or a little one to entertain, even in her final months.&nbsp;

Throughout her life Cenith also especially enjoyed homemaking, sewing, reading, daily crosswords, Sunday drives, card parties, vacationing with family, making every holiday special, family reunions, anything to do with angels (especially guardian angel pictures with children), teaching children about Jesus, and any and every opportunity to spend time with family and friends.&nbsp;

Cenith was preceded in death by her parents, her son Sam, her half-siblings Pat, Mike, Evelyn and Pauline, brothers Doyle, Norris, Olin, Orin, Arven, and a sister, Carol Rogers.

Survivors include her husband John, brothers Loy Wood of KC, MO and Arden Wood of Weymouth, MA, sister Sally Cooper of Osborne, KS, daughters Kathy (Roy) Sweet of Clay Center, Robin Butterworth of Glenpool, OK, and Gina (Don) Burman of Lawrence, KS. She will also be dearly missed by grandchildren Jeremy and Karla Sweet of Clay Center, Carrie Alton of Clay Center, Sarah Butterworth of Glenpool, OK, Jonathan Stidman, Tulsa, OK, Nathan and Nicole Burman, KC, MO, Gabrielle Burman, Dallas, TX and Micah Burman, NYC, NY, her great-grandchildren Emilee, Aiden, Gavin, Jt, Emmett and Conrad, as well as countless other relatives and friends.&nbsp;

A memorial service will be held Friday, Dec. 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Clay Center Christian Church, 1021 Crawford St. This service will be immediately followed by a short graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Clay Center Christian Church or Green Christian School in care of Neil-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th St. Clay Center, KS 67432.

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 </figure>Cenith Delane Cowing, 88, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023, at her family home in Clay Center, KS after a long battle with Parkinson’s dementia. Cenith was born on February 27, 1935, on the family farm near Lucas, KS, the last child of 10 children born to Everett and Myra Wood. She attended Downs High School. She met and married John Leonard (Bunky) Cowing. They made their home together in Clay Center for 71 years.Cenith was a seamstress and homemaker while raising her family, later working at Presbyterian Manor as a cook before joining her husband and son in running Cowing’s Antiques in downtown Clay Center for many, many years. Cenith was also very involved in her church and women’s groups, teaching Sunday School and VBS for decades at Clay Center Christian Church.Cenith was a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She loved babysitting and doing things with her “grands”: Kathy’s Jeremy and Carrie, Robin’s Sarah and Jonathan, and Gina’s Nathan, Gabrielle and Micah. Her “greats” were also a tremendous joy and delight for her when they came along: Jeremy and Karla’s Emilee and Aiden, Carrie’s Gavin and Jt, Nathan and Nicole’s Emmett and Conrad. Nothing seemed to please her more than a baby to hold or a little one to entertain, even in her final months.&nbsp;Throughout her life Cenith also especially enjoyed homemaking, sewing, reading, daily crosswords, Sunday drives, card parties, vacationing with family, making every holiday special, family reunions, anything to do with angels (especially guardian angel pictures with children), teaching children about Jesus, and any and every opportunity to spend time with family and friends.&nbsp;Cenith was preceded in death by her parents, her son Sam, her half-siblings Pat, Mike, Evelyn and Pauline, brothers Doyle, Norris, Olin, Orin, Arven, and a sister, Carol Rogers.Survivors include her husband John, brothers Loy Wood of KC, MO and Arden Wood of Weymouth, MA, sister Sally Cooper of Osborne, KS, daughters Kathy (Roy) Sweet of Clay Center, Robin Butterworth of Glenpool, OK, and Gina (Don) Burman of Lawrence, KS. She will also be dearly missed by grandchildren Jeremy and Karla Sweet of Clay Center, Carrie Alton of Clay Center, Sarah Butterworth of Glenpool, OK, Jonathan Stidman, Tulsa, OK, Nathan and Nicole Burman, KC, MO, Gabrielle Burman, Dallas, TX and Micah Burman, NYC, NY, her great-grandchildren Emilee, Aiden, Gavin, Jt, Emmett and Conrad, as well as countless other relatives and friends.&nbsp;A memorial service will be held Friday, Dec. 1 at 1:00 p.m. at Clay Center Christian Church, 1021 Crawford St. This service will be immediately followed by a short graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center, KS.In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations to Clay Center Christian Church or Green Christian School in care of Neil-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, 918 7th St. Clay Center, KS 67432.

Cenith Cowing

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Ann Appleton, 86 died December 5, 2023, in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;She was born on April 2, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Oliver and Alice (Hanson) Munson. &nbsp;Ann was a graduate of the Class of 1955 from Clay Center High School. She married Gary Appleton on July 29, 1955. &nbsp;They made their home in Missouri and Kansas as Gary served in the US Air Force and later as a United Methodist minister. &nbsp;They returned to Clay Center when Gary retired. &nbsp;Ann worked for KCLY radio station for several years. &nbsp;Gary preceded her in death on April 11, 2009. &nbsp;Ann was a member of the United Methodist Church where she played bells and the piano, active in the United Methodist Women’s organization and a member of the Pilot Club. &nbsp;She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Mark Appleton, brother, Gary Munson, sister, Verena Jackson, and a grandson.

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 </figure>Ann Appleton, 86 died December 5, 2023, in Clay Center, KS. &nbsp;She was born on April 2, 1937, in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Oliver and Alice (Hanson) Munson. &nbsp;Ann was a graduate of the Class of 1955 from Clay Center High School. She married Gary Appleton on July 29, 1955. &nbsp;They made their home in Missouri and Kansas as Gary served in the US Air Force and later as a United Methodist minister. &nbsp;They returned to Clay Center when Gary retired. &nbsp;Ann worked for KCLY radio station for several years. &nbsp;Gary preceded her in death on April 11, 2009. &nbsp;Ann was a member of the United Methodist Church where she played bells and the piano, active in the United Methodist Women’s organization and a member of the Pilot Club. &nbsp;She was also preceded in death by her parents, son, Mark Appleton, brother, Gary Munson, sister, Verena Jackson, and a grandson.Survivors:Son: Steve and wife Roberta Ann Appleton of Clay Center, KSSon: Andrew Appleton of Washington DC6 grandchildren and two Great-grandchildrenFuneral Services: 10:00 AM Friday, December 8, 2023, at the Clay Center United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;Minister: Rev. Reuben LangatBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 4-7 PM Thursday, December 7, 2023, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral HomeMemorials: &nbsp;Alzheimer's Association c/o the funeral home