Donna Lee Schleiger, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 30, 2023.

Donna was born in Paris, TX on June 23, 1944 to Donald and Mary Kyckelhahn.

As a young girl, she was involved with Job's Daughters and later, Eastern Star.

On March 25, 1975, Donna married her husband of 46 years, Willard 'Bill' Schleiger in Yankton, SD. Entering into the marriage, Bill lovingly welcomed her 3 children, Rick(Chris) Ihde of Foley, Alabama, Tod(Jill) Ihde and Gay Dawn(Chris) Henry of Lincoln, NE. Later they welcomed their daughter Jamie Wilcox and raised their boys, Christian, Cameron and Andrew Schleiger of Manhattan, KS.

Donna was a kind, caring woman. She would help her family, neighbors, and friends in any way that she could.

You'd be wrong to mistake her kindness for weakness. She was a strong woman that didn't take crap from anybody and fiercely protected her children. She didn't raise no kids to be wussies.

Donna worked odd jobs over the years. However, her greatest job was being a housewife and raising their children. She will be missed by all that loved her.

Donna was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband, Bill and son, Rick.

Donna is survived by 3 of her children, 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.

A celebration of life will be held on January 20th, 2024 at 2:00 pm at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ibxtgSq1ycR8Z9LW6">5640 Seward Avenue, Lincoln, NE</a>.

Cards, donations and flowers can be sent to the boys at: Christian Schleiger, 2500 Farm Bureau Road, Lot 82, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Donna left one last message in her home, it reads: "Remember me with smiles and laughter, for that is how I will remember you all! If you can only remember me with tears, then don't remember me at all." - Author Unknown

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 </figure>Donna Lee Schleiger, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on December 30, 2023.Donna was born in Paris, TX on June 23, 1944 to Donald and Mary Kyckelhahn.Donna grew up in Lincoln, NE.&nbsp;As a young girl, she was involved with Job's Daughters and later, Eastern Star.On March 25, 1975, Donna married her husband of 46 years, Willard 'Bill' Schleiger in Yankton, SD. Entering into the marriage, Bill lovingly welcomed her 3 children, Rick(Chris) Ihde of Foley, Alabama, Tod(Jill) Ihde and Gay Dawn(Chris) Henry of Lincoln, NE. Later they welcomed their daughter Jamie Wilcox and raised their boys, Christian, Cameron and Andrew Schleiger of Manhattan, KS.Donna was a kind, caring woman. She would help her family, neighbors, and friends in any way that she could.You'd be wrong to mistake her kindness for weakness. She was a strong woman that didn't take crap from anybody and fiercely protected her children. She didn't raise no kids to be wussies.Donna worked odd jobs over the years. However, her greatest job was being a housewife and raising their children. She will be missed by all that loved her.Donna was preceded in death by her parents, loving husband, Bill and son, Rick.Donna is survived by 3 of her children, 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren.A celebration of life will be held on January 20th, 2024 at 2:00 pm at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/ibxtgSq1ycR8Z9LW6">5640 Seward Avenue, Lincoln, NE</a>.Cards, donations and flowers can be sent to the boys at: Christian Schleiger, 2500 Farm Bureau Road, Lot 82, Manhattan, KS 66502.Donna left one last message in her home, it reads: "Remember me with smiles and laughter, for that is how I will remember you all! If you can only remember me with tears, then don't remember me at all." - Author Unknown

Donna Lee Schleiger

Paul Jefferson Brumfield might have been small in stature but he was big in spirit. Having endured four months, it came time for his soul to rest.

Paul Jefferson Brumfield, of Junction City, Kansas died Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at Via Christi Nursing Home in Manhattan, Kansas. Paul was born November 28, 1938, in Franklinton, Louisiana, the son of Purvis and Audrey M. (Dyson) Brumfield. He grew up in the Vernon Community of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana. While in Mt. Hermon, he was a member of the Plainview Church of Christ Holiness USA. He was also a graduate of the local Vernon School.

Paul was a fifty year resident of Junction City, Kansas. He attended Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan, Kansas. Paul served in the United States Army. He later worked as an equipment operator for Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.

Survivors include his children, Micki and Toshika Brumfield; sisters, Ethel Campbell and his caregiver Jackie Chapman; four grandchildren, one nice, two nephews, numerous Louisiana cousins, a special sister-in-law Colleen Burnett and long time friend Reneva Chatfield.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Graveside Service:&nbsp; Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., Fort Riley Post Cemetery

Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp;(785-762-3131) is assisting the family

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 </figure>Paul Jefferson Brumfield might have been small in stature but he was big in spirit. Having endured four months, it came time for his soul to rest.Paul Jefferson Brumfield, of Junction City, Kansas died Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at Via Christi Nursing Home in Manhattan, Kansas. Paul was born November 28, 1938, in Franklinton, Louisiana, the son of Purvis and Audrey M. (Dyson) Brumfield. He grew up in the Vernon Community of Mt. Hermon, Louisiana. While in Mt. Hermon, he was a member of the Plainview Church of Christ Holiness USA. He was also a graduate of the local Vernon School.Paul was a fifty year resident of Junction City, Kansas. He attended Pilgrim Baptist Church in Manhattan, Kansas. Paul served in the United States Army. He later worked as an equipment operator for Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas.Survivors include his children, Micki and Toshika Brumfield; sisters, Ethel Campbell and his caregiver Jackie Chapman; four grandchildren, one nice, two nephews, numerous Louisiana cousins, a special sister-in-law Colleen Burnett and long time friend Reneva Chatfield.&nbsp;&nbsp;Graveside Service:&nbsp; Wednesday, January 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., Fort Riley Post CemeteryJohnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp;(785-762-3131) is assisting the family

Paul Jefferson Brumfield 

Rebecca (Becky) D. Willis, 73, of Junction City, passed away on January 2, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice House.

Becky was born on October 1, 1950, to James and Imogene (Padgett) Steele in Little Rock, Arkansas. After being born in Arkansas, her parents moved to California. During her high school years, she was very active with her church, Ashland Park Baptist. She spent many hours assisting with their youth programs, Sunday schools, and singing with their choir. After graduating, she moved north to the Bay area to pursue a degree with San Jose State University. She graduated with a master's degree in Psychology and a bachelors in business, then followed by her vocational nursing degree. While living in the Bay area, she met her husband, Terry and shortly after, they took their family to Germany for a deployment. Upon returning to the United States, they made their home in Kansas raising their son.

While living in Kansas, Becky worked for Army Community Service until her retirement in 2019, honoring her military community for 10+ years. She was the Fort Riley Installation Volunteer Coordinator and retired as the Army Community Service Readiness Manager.

Service:&nbsp;&nbsp;Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., Second Missionary Baptist Church, 701 W 10th St, Junction City, KS 66441.

<figure>
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 </figure>Rebecca (Becky) D. Willis, 73, of Junction City, passed away on January 2, 2024, at Good Shepherd Hospice House.Becky was born on October 1, 1950, to James and Imogene (Padgett) Steele in Little Rock, Arkansas. After being born in Arkansas, her parents moved to California. During her high school years, she was very active with her church, Ashland Park Baptist. She spent many hours assisting with their youth programs, Sunday schools, and singing with their choir. After graduating, she moved north to the Bay area to pursue a degree with San Jose State University. She graduated with a master's degree in Psychology and a bachelors in business, then followed by her vocational nursing degree. While living in the Bay area, she met her husband, Terry and shortly after, they took their family to Germany for a deployment. Upon returning to the United States, they made their home in Kansas raising their son.While living in Kansas, Becky worked for Army Community Service until her retirement in 2019, honoring her military community for 10+ years. She was the Fort Riley Installation Volunteer Coordinator and retired as the Army Community Service Readiness Manager.Service:&nbsp;&nbsp;Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., Second Missionary Baptist Church, 701 W 10th St, Junction City, KS 66441.Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp;(785-762-3131) is assisting the family

Rebecca (Becky) D. Willis

Rita Jean Muckenthaler was born on August 3,1933, in Wamego, Kansas to Margaret and Theodore Straub. Rita graduated from Wamego High School in 1950. 

She &nbsp;graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Kansas State University and a Master of Science from Washburn University both in education. In 1952, she married Cloyes (Duke) Winsor. They had two sons, Chuck and Alan. &nbsp;Duke was killed in a car accident. &nbsp;

Later, she married Richard Simecka, they had one daughter, Lori. &nbsp;After a ten-year marriage they divorced. &nbsp;In 1977, she married Marvin Muckenthaler, he preceded her in death.

Rita taught school in Holton, Havensville, Onaga, Royal Valley, and USD 321. She worked after retirement for the legislature in Topeka. She also worked tirelessly at the historical museum in St. Marys.

Community was very important to Rita. She was busy with many clubs and community activities. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys Chamber of Commerce, Kaw Valley Education Association (serving as president), lifetime member of NEA and KNEA, Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Zeta Chapter(served as president), life member of the Kansas State Alumni Association, Kansas State Presidents Club, Ahearn Club, St. Marys Women’s Golf Association(serving as president), St. Marys Golf Course Commission, Literary Club, Rossville Library Book Club, Bunco group, American Legion Auxiliary (serving as president), Immaculate Conception Women's Circle (served as funeral dinner director). She was director and president of the St. Marys Historical Society for over 30 years. She took pride in the fine museum she helped develop and her hope was it would become nationally known.

Rita ran in half marathons; she joked that she won the over 50 races, played tennis at Woodvalley in Topeka, golfed, and Biked Across Kansas. She loved to hike and swim also. She hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon at age 59. She was proud of the fact that she initiated the family pass at the St. Marys pool. She walked and worked out each day. Rita had season tickets to Kansas State volleyball, football, and womens’ basketball.

Rita loved to watch her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren in their activities. She traveled many miles to watch ball games, track meets, cross-country and any other activity they participated in.

Rita was a world traveler. She loved cruises, bus trips, overseas trips with Dr. Kurtz from K-State and many other trips around the world, road trips with friends and family, and traveling to football and girls’ basketball games to cheer on Kansas State. She could also be seen gambling from time to time. Rita took pride in her yard and loved working outdoors with her flowers. One of her favorite past-times was reading.

Rita is preceded in death by her parents and siblings-Dale and Joe Straub, Theola Bearman, Pauline Ellis, and Maxine Eichem. 

She is survived by her children; Charles Simecka (Debbie) of Topeka, Alan Simecka (Donna) of St. Marys, and Lori Martini (Steve) of Manhattan; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 P.M. Friday, January 5, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. &nbsp;Marys. &nbsp;Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery St. Marys. &nbsp;The family will receive friends at the funeral &nbsp;home Thursday, January 4, 2024, from 5:00 until the 7:00 P.M. Rosary. &nbsp;

Feel free to wear your favorite purple in honor of Rita's beloved Wildcats - EMAW!

Memorial contributions may be made to the Indian Pay Station Museum and sent to Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple Street, St. Marys, Kansas 66536. &nbsp;Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.piperfuneralhome.com/">www.piperfuneralhome.com</a>.

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 <figcaption>Rita J Muckenthaler</figcaption>
 </figure>Rita Jean Muckenthaler was born on August 3,1933, in Wamego, Kansas to Margaret and Theodore Straub. Rita graduated from Wamego High School in 1950. She &nbsp;graduated with a Bachelor of Science from Kansas State University and a Master of Science from Washburn University both in education. In 1952, she married Cloyes (Duke) Winsor. They had two sons, Chuck and Alan. &nbsp;Duke was killed in a car accident. &nbsp;Later, she married Richard Simecka, they had one daughter, Lori. &nbsp;After a ten-year marriage they divorced. &nbsp;In 1977, she married Marvin Muckenthaler, he preceded her in death.Rita taught school in Holton, Havensville, Onaga, Royal Valley, and USD 321. She worked after retirement for the legislature in Topeka. She also worked tirelessly at the historical museum in St. Marys.Community was very important to Rita. She was busy with many clubs and community activities. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, St. Marys Chamber of Commerce, Kaw Valley Education Association (serving as president), lifetime member of NEA and KNEA, Delta Kappa Gamma Alpha Zeta Chapter(served as president), life member of the Kansas State Alumni Association, Kansas State Presidents Club, Ahearn Club, St. Marys Women’s Golf Association(serving as president), St. Marys Golf Course Commission, Literary Club, Rossville Library Book Club, Bunco group, American Legion Auxiliary (serving as president), Immaculate Conception Women's Circle (served as funeral dinner director). She was director and president of the St. Marys Historical Society for over 30 years. She took pride in the fine museum she helped develop and her hope was it would become nationally known.Rita ran in half marathons; she joked that she won the over 50 races, played tennis at Woodvalley in Topeka, golfed, and Biked Across Kansas. She loved to hike and swim also. She hiked to the bottom of the Grand Canyon at age 59. She was proud of the fact that she initiated the family pass at the St. Marys pool. She walked and worked out each day. Rita had season tickets to Kansas State volleyball, football, and womens’ basketball.Rita loved to watch her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren in their activities. She traveled many miles to watch ball games, track meets, cross-country and any other activity they participated in.Rita was a world traveler. She loved cruises, bus trips, overseas trips with Dr. Kurtz from K-State and many other trips around the world, road trips with friends and family, and traveling to football and girls’ basketball games to cheer on Kansas State. She could also be seen gambling from time to time. Rita took pride in her yard and loved working outdoors with her flowers. One of her favorite past-times was reading.Rita is preceded in death by her parents and siblings-Dale and Joe Straub, Theola Bearman, Pauline Ellis, and Maxine Eichem. She is survived by her children; Charles Simecka (Debbie) of Topeka, Alan Simecka (Donna) of St. Marys, and Lori Martini (Steve) of Manhattan; 8 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, along with many nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12:00 P.M. Friday, January 5, 2024, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. &nbsp;Marys. &nbsp;Burial will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery St. Marys. &nbsp;The family will receive friends at the funeral &nbsp;home Thursday, January 4, 2024, from 5:00 until the 7:00 P.M. Rosary. &nbsp;Feel free to wear your favorite purple in honor of Rita's beloved Wildcats - EMAW!Memorial contributions may be made to the Indian Pay Station Museum and sent to Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple Street, St. Marys, Kansas 66536. &nbsp;Online condolences may be sent to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.piperfuneralhome.com/">www.piperfuneralhome.com</a>.

Rita J. Muckenthaler

Roberta Jean (Morris) Corl, 88, of Abilene traveled peacefully into heaven to sit at the feet of God and worship through eternity on January 1st, 2024.

&nbsp;Roberta spent the last two weeks of her life surrounded by the love of her family enjoying the holidays. Her journey on this earth ended with her hands in ours and her heart and soul set on Jesus. She was born on July 11, 1935 in Princeton, Illinois to Arvenus and Mabel (Heuer) Morris. On August 26, 1953 she married Frank Alfred Corl. Frank preceded her in death on Sept 5, 1976.Roberta and Frank farmed for a time and then moved to Amboy, Illinois and raised their four children. Roberta adopted one more child in 1977 and raised her as a single mother with the remaining children still in the home. In 1980 Roberta determined that it was God’s will for her to move to Abilene, KS, where she completed the sacred duty of raising her children. 

Roberta worked as a CNA in the 1980’s. She then transitioned to home healthcare through the 1990’s and early 2000’s. It was her passion to allow people to be home where they were comfortable and surrounded by their loved ones through the end of their time on earth. Roberta thoroughly enjoyed volunteering and felt a true sense of accomplishment in the areas she volunteered. Over the years she would volunteer in many different capacities at each of the churches she chose to be a part of including United Brethren, St. Andrews, First United Methodist Church, and Lifehouse Church. She joined Bible studies, prayer groups, taught Sunday school and catechism, cooked meals, visited the sick, and whatever else she noticed needed done. Her passion and love for the theater was shown by volunteering with the Abilene Community Theater and the Great Plains Theatre. She loved to work through creating and altering costumes, seating guests, running through lines, and all things musicals. Roberta enjoyed 10 years of helping with Girl Scouts as the spare grandma, volunteer, and troop leader. She helped to shape a number of young women into leaders in their community. Her love of the history of Abilene was evidenced in her passion for the role of Ms. Bertie at Old Abilene Town. She enjoyed serving each visitor a sarsaparilla or a root beer float and telling them the stories. Roberta leaves a legacy of sewing that she shared with loved ones and strangers. Teddy bears for emergency rooms, full size quilts for her children and grandchildren, and over 50 hand stitched baby quilts were made by her hands. All were gifted to others with love. This she did on top of clothes for herself and her family, curtains and household items, and of course doll cloths. Even with failing eyesight she never gave up quilting for others.

Roberta was preceded in death by her sister Blanche Stucker, and survived by her sisters Ruth Faber, Linda Bracewell, Charlotte Boyd, and Flora Goble. She was also survived by her children Theresa Allen, Diana Canty (Ray Spangler), Angie Yocum (Gene), Mike Corl (Karen), and Mary Potter (Brent). Grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren are each listed by name. Grandchildren: Stephanie Butler, Pam Payne (Kevin), Heather Allen, Christopher Allen (Ashley), Dawn Potter (Eric), Brandy Silver (Jason), Amber Okubo (Reuben), Amanda Garrett (Joseph), Susan Yocum, Rose Yocum (Jonathan), Andrew Corl (David), Aaron Corl (Jesse), Anna Brantley (JT), Abigail CorlGreat Grandchildren: Holley Gunther (Josiah), Teia Potter (Ramey), Jacob Potter, Brady Butler (Cyndel), Devon Ehnen (Cami), Alaina Payne, Brandon Payne (Crystal), Julian Dingley, Payton Dingley, Blake Dingley, Parker Dingley, Oden Allen, Cathan Allen, Kira Potter, Sophie Okubo, Nathan Okubo, William Garrett, Kalan Garrett, Joshua Garrett, JL Brantley, Allyssa Brantley, Keegan Lee, Tyson Ahumada.Her favorite boast was of her Great Great Grandchildren: Hunter Landers, Oaklyn Landers, Kyler Harwood, Hera Gunther, Atlas Gunther, Landon Ehnen, Zoe Payne, Emmett Butler, and Bella Butler.

The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Lifehouse Church 420 NW 2nd St, Abilene, KS. The family will receive friends for visitation prior to the service at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.

 Her remains will be interned at St. Patrick Cemetery 1336 Maytown Road, Maytown, Illinois with a private family service in the spring.

The family suggests memorial contributions be given to Abilene Aviation Association for their scholarship fund, Great Plains Theater (greatplainstheatre.com), or Lifehouse Church (lifehouse-church.com). Memorials can be dropped off or mailed to the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral home, 414 NW Third St. Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Roberta Jean (Morris) Corl, 88, of Abilene traveled peacefully into heaven to sit at the feet of God and worship through eternity on January 1st, 2024.&nbsp;Roberta spent the last two weeks of her life surrounded by the love of her family enjoying the holidays. Her journey on this earth ended with her hands in ours and her heart and soul set on Jesus. She was born on July 11, 1935 in Princeton, Illinois to Arvenus and Mabel (Heuer) Morris. On August 26, 1953 she married Frank Alfred Corl. Frank preceded her in death on Sept 5, 1976.Roberta and Frank farmed for a time and then moved to Amboy, Illinois and raised their four children. Roberta adopted one more child in 1977 and raised her as a single mother with the remaining children still in the home. In 1980 Roberta determined that it was God’s will for her to move to Abilene, KS, where she completed the sacred duty of raising her children. Roberta worked as a CNA in the 1980’s. She then transitioned to home healthcare through the 1990’s and early 2000’s. It was her passion to allow people to be home where they were comfortable and surrounded by their loved ones through the end of their time on earth. Roberta thoroughly enjoyed volunteering and felt a true sense of accomplishment in the areas she volunteered. Over the years she would volunteer in many different capacities at each of the churches she chose to be a part of including United Brethren, St. Andrews, First United Methodist Church, and Lifehouse Church. She joined Bible studies, prayer groups, taught Sunday school and catechism, cooked meals, visited the sick, and whatever else she noticed needed done. Her passion and love for the theater was shown by volunteering with the Abilene Community Theater and the Great Plains Theatre. She loved to work through creating and altering costumes, seating guests, running through lines, and all things musicals. Roberta enjoyed 10 years of helping with Girl Scouts as the spare grandma, volunteer, and troop leader. She helped to shape a number of young women into leaders in their community. Her love of the history of Abilene was evidenced in her passion for the role of Ms. Bertie at Old Abilene Town. She enjoyed serving each visitor a sarsaparilla or a root beer float and telling them the stories. Roberta leaves a legacy of sewing that she shared with loved ones and strangers. Teddy bears for emergency rooms, full size quilts for her children and grandchildren, and over 50 hand stitched baby quilts were made by her hands. All were gifted to others with love. This she did on top of clothes for herself and her family, curtains and household items, and of course doll cloths. Even with failing eyesight she never gave up quilting for others.Roberta was preceded in death by her sister Blanche Stucker, and survived by her sisters Ruth Faber, Linda Bracewell, Charlotte Boyd, and Flora Goble. She was also survived by her children Theresa Allen, Diana Canty (Ray Spangler), Angie Yocum (Gene), Mike Corl (Karen), and Mary Potter (Brent). Grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren are each listed by name. Grandchildren: Stephanie Butler, Pam Payne (Kevin), Heather Allen, Christopher Allen (Ashley), Dawn Potter (Eric), Brandy Silver (Jason), Amber Okubo (Reuben), Amanda Garrett (Joseph), Susan Yocum, Rose Yocum (Jonathan), Andrew Corl (David), Aaron Corl (Jesse), Anna Brantley (JT), Abigail CorlGreat Grandchildren: Holley Gunther (Josiah), Teia Potter (Ramey), Jacob Potter, Brady Butler (Cyndel), Devon Ehnen (Cami), Alaina Payne, Brandon Payne (Crystal), Julian Dingley, Payton Dingley, Blake Dingley, Parker Dingley, Oden Allen, Cathan Allen, Kira Potter, Sophie Okubo, Nathan Okubo, William Garrett, Kalan Garrett, Joshua Garrett, JL Brantley, Allyssa Brantley, Keegan Lee, Tyson Ahumada.Her favorite boast was of her Great Great Grandchildren: Hunter Landers, Oaklyn Landers, Kyler Harwood, Hera Gunther, Atlas Gunther, Landon Ehnen, Zoe Payne, Emmett Butler, and Bella Butler.The family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Lifehouse Church 420 NW 2nd St, Abilene, KS. The family will receive friends for visitation prior to the service at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service. Her remains will be interned at St. Patrick Cemetery 1336 Maytown Road, Maytown, Illinois with a private family service in the spring.The family suggests memorial contributions be given to Abilene Aviation Association for their scholarship fund, Great Plains Theater (greatplainstheatre.com), or Lifehouse Church (lifehouse-church.com). Memorials can be dropped off or mailed to the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral home, 414 NW Third St. Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Roberta Jean (Morris) Corl

Bonnie Seaman was born November 18, 1937 in Enterprise, Kansas the daughter of Carl and Faye (Gooding) Ostrom. She passed away December 30, 2023 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene.B onnie was a cook for several hotels and Enterprise Estates in Enterprise. Bonnie was united in marriage to Ronald Seaman. He passed away in 2003. Bonnie enjoyed gardening and reading. 

She is survived by her daughter Sentta Duree Ralston and her husband Bradley of Lafayette, Indiana, grandchildren Ethan Ralston, Bailley Maxwell and her husband Justin, great grandchildren Avery, Riley, and Clara.

Services for Bonnie will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 5, 2024 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Darren Baker officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Enterprise. 

Bonnie’s family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the funeral home.

 Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Bonnie Seaman</figcaption>
 </figure>Bonnie Seaman was born November 18, 1937 in Enterprise, Kansas the daughter of Carl and Faye (Gooding) Ostrom. She passed away December 30, 2023 at the Village Manor Nursing Home in Abilene.B onnie was a cook for several hotels and Enterprise Estates in Enterprise. Bonnie was united in marriage to Ronald Seaman. He passed away in 2003. Bonnie enjoyed gardening and reading. She is survived by her daughter Sentta Duree Ralston and her husband Bradley of Lafayette, Indiana, grandchildren Ethan Ralston, Bailley Maxwell and her husband Justin, great grandchildren Avery, Riley, and Clara.Services for Bonnie will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, January 5, 2024 at the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home in Abilene with Pastor Darren Baker officiating. Her final resting place will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery near Enterprise. Bonnie’s family will receive friends from 5:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 4, 2024 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie Seaman

Richard “Rick” Soderlund, 65 of Abilene passed away December 28, 2023. 

He was born in Oberlin, Kansas, February 23, 1958, the son of Alfred and Elaine (Rippe) Soderlund. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Christiansen. They later divorced. On April 26, 2005 he was united in marriage to Jo Bottorff. They recently divorced. Rick worked for Tim’s Cabinets where he built custom cabinets. He also worked for Solomon Corporation where he was an assistant manager of reclamation. He also worked for Price Truck Line as a dock hand. Rick enjoyed fishing, woodworking, painting, fast cars and Chevy trucks.

 Rick is survived by his siblings, Lori Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; Gene and wife Cheryl Soderlund of Horton, Kansas, Tracy and wife Misti Soderlund of Danbury Nebraska; Sister-in-law: Meghan Soderlund of Beaver City, Nebraska. Nieces and nephews: Chris Soderlund; Kim White; Darby Soderlundand his wife Misty; Jamie and husband Jordan Macfee and their children, Taedan, Brynlee and Bailey; Jean Soderlund; Jill and husband Tim Coleman and their daughters Adriana and Makenzie Coleman; Dakota and wife Kaylee Soderlund and their son Tegan Soderlund; Cheyenne Soderlund and fiancée, Ryan Vance; Brett Soderlund and Heather Meyer. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Aaron and three brothers, Kenny, Jim and Trevor.

 Funeral services for Rick will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery.

 Family suggests memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

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 <figcaption>Richard “Rick” Soderlund</figcaption>
 </figure>Richard “Rick” Soderlund, 65 of Abilene passed away December 28, 2023. He was born in Oberlin, Kansas, February 23, 1958, the son of Alfred and Elaine (Rippe) Soderlund. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Christiansen. They later divorced. On April 26, 2005 he was united in marriage to Jo Bottorff. They recently divorced. Rick worked for Tim’s Cabinets where he built custom cabinets. He also worked for Solomon Corporation where he was an assistant manager of reclamation. He also worked for Price Truck Line as a dock hand. Rick enjoyed fishing, woodworking, painting, fast cars and Chevy trucks. Rick is survived by his siblings, Lori Dreiling of Hays, Kansas; Gene and wife Cheryl Soderlund of Horton, Kansas, Tracy and wife Misti Soderlund of Danbury Nebraska; Sister-in-law: Meghan Soderlund of Beaver City, Nebraska. Nieces and nephews: Chris Soderlund; Kim White; Darby Soderlundand his wife Misty; Jamie and husband Jordan Macfee and their children, Taedan, Brynlee and Bailey; Jean Soderlund; Jill and husband Tim Coleman and their daughters Adriana and Makenzie Coleman; Dakota and wife Kaylee Soderlund and their son Tegan Soderlund; Cheyenne Soderlund and fiancée, Ryan Vance; Brett Soderlund and Heather Meyer. He was preceded in death by his parents, one son, Aaron and three brothers, Kenny, Jim and Trevor. Funeral services for Rick will be 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 6, 2024 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Burial will follow at the Abilene City Cemetery. Family suggests memorials be given to the Wounded Warrior Foundation. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Richard “Rick” Soderlund

Brenda Sandra Thompson, age 71, of Manhattan, passed away on December 14, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born March 16, 1952, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.

Brenda graduated from Harrison High School in Colorado Springs, CO.

Brenda was married to her childhood sweetheart Gary Thompson on June 6, 1979, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They traveled the world together with Gary’s military service. They settled down in Manhattan in 1992.

Brenda was a homemaker when their children were young. She was devoted to her family, loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. She enjoyed working on crafts, gardening, cooking, going for long walks with her dog, decorating for celebrations and taking her grandchildren to the park.

Brenda gave her life to Christ in 1979. She became the administrative assistant at the First Assembly of God Church in Manhattan and remained there until her retirement. Brenda planted the seeds of Jesus to many, many people during that time. She was a strong prayer warrior for the Lord and was always working on a Bible study. She had a gentle spirit, was kindhearted, sweet, had a great sense of humor and had a warm smile for everyone. “Good Job You!”

She is survived by her loving husband Gary Thompson; two daughters: Rian Thompson and Lorien Davis, both of Manhattan; three grandchildren: Cainan Davis, Brynlei Davis and Ridley Bishop; and four siblings: Rosita Hendricks, Bregitte Bishop, Inge Tumbaga, Lonnie Matheny and their spouses all of Colorado Springs, CO; along with many nieces and nephews.

Brenda was preceded in death by her mother Emmi (Hanss), step-father Charles Michael, and her aunt Ilse Irizarry.

Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 6th, at the First Assembly of God Church, 2310 Candlewood Drive, Manhattan.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the First Assembly of God Church or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Inc. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 65602.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/1/1704307935444.jpeg" alt="Brenda Sandra Thompson" />
 <figcaption>Brenda Sandra Thompson</figcaption>
 </figure>Brenda Sandra Thompson, age 71, of Manhattan, passed away on December 14, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.She was born March 16, 1952, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Brenda graduated from Harrison High School in Colorado Springs, CO.Brenda was married to her childhood sweetheart Gary Thompson on June 6, 1979, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. They traveled the world together with Gary’s military service. They settled down in Manhattan in 1992.Brenda was a homemaker when their children were young. She was devoted to her family, loved her children and grandchildren with all her heart. She enjoyed working on crafts, gardening, cooking, going for long walks with her dog, decorating for celebrations and taking her grandchildren to the park.Brenda gave her life to Christ in 1979. She became the administrative assistant at the First Assembly of God Church in Manhattan and remained there until her retirement. Brenda planted the seeds of Jesus to many, many people during that time. She was a strong prayer warrior for the Lord and was always working on a Bible study. She had a gentle spirit, was kindhearted, sweet, had a great sense of humor and had a warm smile for everyone. “Good Job You!”She is survived by her loving husband Gary Thompson; two daughters: Rian Thompson and Lorien Davis, both of Manhattan; three grandchildren: Cainan Davis, Brynlei Davis and Ridley Bishop; and four siblings: Rosita Hendricks, Bregitte Bishop, Inge Tumbaga, Lonnie Matheny and their spouses all of Colorado Springs, CO; along with many nieces and nephews.Brenda was preceded in death by her mother Emmi (Hanss), step-father Charles Michael, and her aunt Ilse Irizarry.Memorial services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 6th, at the First Assembly of God Church, 2310 Candlewood Drive, Manhattan.Memorial contributions may be made to either the First Assembly of God Church or Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Inc. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 65602.

Brenda Sandra Thompson

Ana Luisa Harris was a beloved mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and trusted friend. Ana Luisa passed away on December 27, 2023, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS.

 Ana was born on December 23, 1976, in Bronx, NY. Her life was fulfilled by serving others in her family, circle of friends, and the community.

A Celebration of her life will at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church, 804 N. Jefferson St., Junction City, KS..&nbsp; All who would like to attend are welcome.

Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS&nbsp; is handling arrangements

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 <figcaption>Ana Luisa Harris</figcaption>
 </figure>Updated:Ana Luisa Harris was a beloved mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and trusted friend. Ana Luisa passed away on December 27, 2023, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. Ana was born on December 23, 1976, in Bronx, NY. Her life was fulfilled by serving others in her family, circle of friends, and the community.A Celebration of her life will at 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church, 804 N. Jefferson St., Junction City, KS..&nbsp; All who would like to attend are welcome.Johnson Cremations, Funerals and Receptions, Junction City, KS&nbsp; is handling arrangements

Ana Luisa Harris 

Trudy L. Rieth, age 71, of Washington, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Washington County Hospital in Washington.

Trudy was born August 6, 1952, in Washington, to Fred and Edna (Bennett) Perkins.&nbsp; She graduated from Washington High School in 1970, then from Brown Mackie School of Business in Salina in 1972.&nbsp; She married Arnold Rieth on February 7, 1974, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hanover.&nbsp;

Trudy worked as a Dental Assistant for Dr. Thomas Parry for many years, then as manager for the Texaco Convenience Store, both were in Washington.&nbsp; Later Trudy and Arnold moved to Blue Rapids and recently to Linn.

Trudy’s passions included her family, genealogy, crafts and the Pony Express.&nbsp; She loved making jewelry, doll houses and doll clothes for her girls and her granddaughters. Traveling to the Rocky Mountains was one of her favorite places to go when time allowed.

Survivors include her&nbsp;husband Arnold,&nbsp;three children:&nbsp; Travis (Debra)&nbsp;Rieth&nbsp;of Marysville, Shana (Troy) Jensen of Washington and Moriah (Dallas) Dobrovolny of Waterville, a sister Carole Meyers of Jacksonville, Florida and eight grandchildren:&nbsp; Amber Jensen, Alyssa Jensen, Korbin Becker, Cota&nbsp;Rieth, Lane&nbsp;Rieth, Brooklyn Dobrovolny, Tabitha&nbsp;Dobrovolny&nbsp;and Kylee Dobrovolny&nbsp;and by one great-granddaughter, Guinevere&nbsp;O’Roke.&nbsp;Brother In-Law Kenneth (Barb) Rieth&nbsp;of&nbsp;Washington&nbsp;and Sister-In-Laws, Rosella Heier&nbsp;of Hoxie,&nbsp;Marcella Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover&nbsp;,Virgina Parker&nbsp;of Linn, Betty Rieth&nbsp;of Washington, and Cheryl Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover.&nbsp;

Preceding Trudy in death were her parents, Fred and Edna Perkins, Father and Mother In-Law, Frank and Clara Rieth, Brother In-Laws, Arthur Parker, Dewayne Rieth, Bernard Rieth, and Gerald Rieth.&nbsp;

Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will then be held at 7:00 p.m., also at the church.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 13, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, in Marysville, with Father Quentin Schmitz as the Celebrant.&nbsp;

Inurnment will be at St. Gregory The Great Catholic Cemetery in Marysville.

Memorials are suggested to the Linn Community Nursing Home&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Christie-Anderes Funeral Home, Waterville, in charge of arrangements.

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 <figcaption>Trudy L. Rieth</figcaption>
 </figure>Trudy L. Rieth, age 71, of Washington, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Washington County Hospital in Washington.Trudy was born August 6, 1952, in Washington, to Fred and Edna (Bennett) Perkins.&nbsp; She graduated from Washington High School in 1970, then from Brown Mackie School of Business in Salina in 1972.&nbsp; She married Arnold Rieth on February 7, 1974, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hanover.&nbsp;Trudy worked as a Dental Assistant for Dr. Thomas Parry for many years, then as manager for the Texaco Convenience Store, both were in Washington.&nbsp; Later Trudy and Arnold moved to Blue Rapids and recently to Linn.Trudy’s passions included her family, genealogy, crafts and the Pony Express.&nbsp; She loved making jewelry, doll houses and doll clothes for her girls and her granddaughters. Traveling to the Rocky Mountains was one of her favorite places to go when time allowed.Survivors include her&nbsp;husband Arnold,&nbsp;three children:&nbsp; Travis (Debra)&nbsp;Rieth&nbsp;of Marysville, Shana (Troy) Jensen of Washington and Moriah (Dallas) Dobrovolny of Waterville, a sister Carole Meyers of Jacksonville, Florida and eight grandchildren:&nbsp; Amber Jensen, Alyssa Jensen, Korbin Becker, Cota&nbsp;Rieth, Lane&nbsp;Rieth, Brooklyn Dobrovolny, Tabitha&nbsp;Dobrovolny&nbsp;and Kylee Dobrovolny&nbsp;and by one great-granddaughter, Guinevere&nbsp;O’Roke.&nbsp;Brother In-Law Kenneth (Barb) Rieth&nbsp;of&nbsp;Washington&nbsp;and Sister-In-Laws, Rosella Heier&nbsp;of Hoxie,&nbsp;Marcella Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover&nbsp;,Virgina Parker&nbsp;of Linn, Betty Rieth&nbsp;of Washington, and Cheryl Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover.&nbsp;Preceding Trudy in death were her parents, Fred and Edna Perkins, Father and Mother In-Law, Frank and Clara Rieth, Brother In-Laws, Arthur Parker, Dewayne Rieth, Bernard Rieth, and Gerald Rieth.&nbsp;Visitation will begin at 6:00 p.m., Friday, January 12, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will then be held at 7:00 p.m., also at the church.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, January 13, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, in Marysville, with Father Quentin Schmitz as the Celebrant.&nbsp;Inurnment will be at St. Gregory The Great Catholic Cemetery in Marysville.Memorials are suggested to the Linn Community Nursing Home&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.Christie-Anderes Funeral Home, Waterville, in charge of arrangements.

Trudy L. Rieth

Larry Gene Wyckoff passed away December 29, 2023 at Valley View Senior Life In Junction City, Kansas.

 Larry had been a resident at Valley View since 2015. Larry was born December 20, 1949 in Fairfield Iowa the son of Carroll and Mary Wyckoff.Larry spent 15 years serving in the U.S. Army He had served in Viet Nam, Turkey and Germany. He had been stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Fort Riley, Kansas, Fort Bliss, Texas, and Fort Whuchuda, Arizona. Larry learned auto mechanics while serving his country and upon discharge from the army continued as a mechanic as his profession.

Larry was a huge fan of Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Trigger and Buttermilk. He also was a TV western buff, his favorite sports were baseball and basketball. Larry had several cars but enjoyed riding his bicycle the most.

Larry is survived by his daughter Wendy Wyckoff and her husband Jason of Ramona, Kansas and his mother Mary Cosby of Burlington Iowa. Larry is also survived by a sister Nadine Odell of Oregon, 2 grandchildren.

Honoring Larry’s wishes the family has selected cremation and there will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 <figcaption>Larry Gene Wyckoff</figcaption>
 </figure>Larry Gene Wyckoff passed away December 29, 2023 at Valley View Senior Life In Junction City, Kansas. Larry had been a resident at Valley View since 2015. Larry was born December 20, 1949 in Fairfield Iowa the son of Carroll and Mary Wyckoff.Larry spent 15 years serving in the U.S. Army He had served in Viet Nam, Turkey and Germany. He had been stationed at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Fort Riley, Kansas, Fort Bliss, Texas, and Fort Whuchuda, Arizona. Larry learned auto mechanics while serving his country and upon discharge from the army continued as a mechanic as his profession.Larry was a huge fan of Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Trigger and Buttermilk. He also was a TV western buff, his favorite sports were baseball and basketball. Larry had several cars but enjoyed riding his bicycle the most.Larry is survived by his daughter Wendy Wyckoff and her husband Jason of Ramona, Kansas and his mother Mary Cosby of Burlington Iowa. Larry is also survived by a sister Nadine Odell of Oregon, 2 grandchildren.Honoring Larry’s wishes the family has selected cremation and there will be no services.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Larry Gene Wyckoff 

Wilma Mae (Werning) Brooks, age 96, of Manhattan, passed away on December 31, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan following a very brief illness.

She was born October 29, 1927 in a stone house on Cedar Creek near Manhattan, the daughter of Herman and Elizabeth (Hofmann) Werning.

Wilma moved with her family to the Mt Zion area at age 4, and has since lived her entire life along Lake Elbo Rd. She attended Swamp Angel School and graduated from St. George High School. She earned her Emergency Teaching Certificate from Kansas State College, and taught 1st through 8th grade for a couple years at Cracker Box School (Glenwood) and St George for $100/month.

On August 11, 1947, in Manhattan, she was married to John Brooks, Jr. This union was blessed with three sons: Ralph, Harold and Daniel.

Wilma was a cook for many years at Green Valley School. All the kids loved her, despite having to hide their peas on the ledge on the underside of the table so she wouldn't know they didn’t “clean up their plate”. She was also the office manager (The Boss) for the family business, K-Hill Engine for nearly 50 years.

She was a Bonfire 4-H Club leader for many years, a member of E.H.U. and ABWA, and enjoyed crocheting, quilting and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a history buff and loved researching the family genealogy. She wrote an autobiography in 1985 that detailed her life growing up in the depression. Up until the Covid pandemic, she continued to meet with best friends from high school, Betty Ball and Mildred Goehring for monthly pizza lunches. She also looked forward to playing 10 point pitch with the gang whenever possible.

Wilma was a prankster. She always had something silly to brighten everyone's day whether it was taking cupcakes (with a cotton ball baked in them) to work on April Fool's day, or strategically placing a whoopie cushion for the next unsuspecting victim of her antics. When grandkids visited, the first place they ran to was the room with the dresser full of jokes and pranks.

She was very proud of her Lake Elbo and Mt Zion communities. Just a week before her passing, she was honored to ring the first bell at her childhood church, Mt Zion, as it is currently undergoing resurrection after many years of abandonment. She also served on the election committee and worked the voting polls for Blue Township for several decades.

She was preceded in death by her husband John in 2015 and by her sister Gay Parker in 1995.

Survivors include her three sons: Ralph Brooks of Manhattan, Harold Brooks of Manhattan, and Daniel Brooks and his wife Linda of Wamego, and daughter-in-law Dorothy Ireland; seven grandchildren: Rachelle Brooks, Derek Brooks (Lana), Rustin Brooks (Kate), Tabatha Brooks-Miller, Ashley Lour (Tim), Autumn Spencer (Rob), and Jeremy Hittle (Amanda); 14 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.

“I've lived the kind of life where even the funeral director will hate to see me go!” -Wilma

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 5th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Paul Barkey officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, January 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to: the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House, Lake Elbo Club, or Bonfire 4-H Club. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 <figcaption>Wilma Mae (Werning) Brooks</figcaption>
 </figure>Wilma Mae (Werning) Brooks, age 96, of Manhattan, passed away on December 31, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan following a very brief illness.She was born October 29, 1927 in a stone house on Cedar Creek near Manhattan, the daughter of Herman and Elizabeth (Hofmann) Werning.Wilma moved with her family to the Mt Zion area at age 4, and has since lived her entire life along Lake Elbo Rd. She attended Swamp Angel School and graduated from St. George High School. She earned her Emergency Teaching Certificate from Kansas State College, and taught 1st through 8th grade for a couple years at Cracker Box School (Glenwood) and St George for $100/month.On August 11, 1947, in Manhattan, she was married to John Brooks, Jr. This union was blessed with three sons: Ralph, Harold and Daniel.Wilma was a cook for many years at Green Valley School. All the kids loved her, despite having to hide their peas on the ledge on the underside of the table so she wouldn't know they didn’t “clean up their plate”. She was also the office manager (The Boss) for the family business, K-Hill Engine for nearly 50 years.She was a Bonfire 4-H Club leader for many years, a member of E.H.U. and ABWA, and enjoyed crocheting, quilting and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a history buff and loved researching the family genealogy. She wrote an autobiography in 1985 that detailed her life growing up in the depression. Up until the Covid pandemic, she continued to meet with best friends from high school, Betty Ball and Mildred Goehring for monthly pizza lunches. She also looked forward to playing 10 point pitch with the gang whenever possible.Wilma was a prankster. She always had something silly to brighten everyone's day whether it was taking cupcakes (with a cotton ball baked in them) to work on April Fool's day, or strategically placing a whoopie cushion for the next unsuspecting victim of her antics. When grandkids visited, the first place they ran to was the room with the dresser full of jokes and pranks.She was very proud of her Lake Elbo and Mt Zion communities. Just a week before her passing, she was honored to ring the first bell at her childhood church, Mt Zion, as it is currently undergoing resurrection after many years of abandonment. She also served on the election committee and worked the voting polls for Blue Township for several decades.She was preceded in death by her husband John in 2015 and by her sister Gay Parker in 1995.Survivors include her three sons: Ralph Brooks of Manhattan, Harold Brooks of Manhattan, and Daniel Brooks and his wife Linda of Wamego, and daughter-in-law Dorothy Ireland; seven grandchildren: Rachelle Brooks, Derek Brooks (Lana), Rustin Brooks (Kate), Tabatha Brooks-Miller, Ashley Lour (Tim), Autumn Spencer (Rob), and Jeremy Hittle (Amanda); 14 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.“I've lived the kind of life where even the funeral director will hate to see me go!” -WilmaFuneral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 5th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Paul Barkey officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, January 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to: the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House, Lake Elbo Club, or Bonfire 4-H Club. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Wilma Mae (Werning) Brooks

Roger Ernest Maughmer, age 78, of Manhattan, died December 29, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

He was born April 17, 1945, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the son of Glen N. and Laura Maurine (Miller) Maughmer.

Roger graduated from Cheyenne East High School in 1963.

On December 20, 1964, in Cheyenne, WY, he was married to Barbara Ann Green.

Roger and Barbara moved to Kansas in 1965 and lived in Kansas City and Topeka prior to moving to Manhattan in 1975.

Roger worked for Southwestern Bell for 25 years and then took early retirement. He then was an appraiser with Simmons and Company for the rest of his working years.

He served for six years on the Manhattan City Commission and was mayor during the 1993 flood. He was a longtime member of the Manhattan Optimist Club.

Roger loved going to the family cabin in Wyoming whenever he could. He was a race car guy and built a race car for his son Glen. He started to restore his 1949 suburban and then Glen finished the three-year project in October of this year so Roger got to take a ride in it before he died. Roger enjoyed playing golf, bird hunting and fly fishing.

Survivors include his wife Barbara of Manhattan; two sons: Glen Maughmer and his wife Pam of Basehor, KS, and Bob Maughmer of Edmond, OK; three grandchildren: Lexi, Cameron and Lee Maughmer; and two great-grandchildren: Raegan and Parker Maughmer.

A Celebration of Roger’s life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 6th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. The family will greet friends prior to and after the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Midwest Dream Car Collection. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Roger Ernest Maughmer, age 78, of Manhattan, died December 29, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.He was born April 17, 1945, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the son of Glen N. and Laura Maurine (Miller) Maughmer.Roger graduated from Cheyenne East High School in 1963.On December 20, 1964, in Cheyenne, WY, he was married to Barbara Ann Green.Roger and Barbara moved to Kansas in 1965 and lived in Kansas City and Topeka prior to moving to Manhattan in 1975.Roger worked for Southwestern Bell for 25 years and then took early retirement. He then was an appraiser with Simmons and Company for the rest of his working years.He served for six years on the Manhattan City Commission and was mayor during the 1993 flood. He was a longtime member of the Manhattan Optimist Club.Roger loved going to the family cabin in Wyoming whenever he could. He was a race car guy and built a race car for his son Glen. He started to restore his 1949 suburban and then Glen finished the three-year project in October of this year so Roger got to take a ride in it before he died. Roger enjoyed playing golf, bird hunting and fly fishing.Survivors include his wife Barbara of Manhattan; two sons: Glen Maughmer and his wife Pam of Basehor, KS, and Bob Maughmer of Edmond, OK; three grandchildren: Lexi, Cameron and Lee Maughmer; and two great-grandchildren: Raegan and Parker Maughmer.A Celebration of Roger’s life will be held at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, January 6th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Deacon Larry Erpelding officiating. The family will greet friends prior to and after the service.Memorial contributions may be made to the Midwest Dream Car Collection. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Roger Ernest Maughmer

John R. Metsch, age 90, of Manhattan, died December 27, 2023.

He was born on October 30, 1933, the son of John T. and Ethel Metsch.

John served in the United States Army after he graduated high school.&nbsp; He was proud of his service time to his country.&nbsp; John earned his rank of CW4 and retired from the army while stationed at Fort Riley.

Graveside services for John will be held on Friday January 5, 2024 at 1:30p.m. at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan.

The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

John R. Metsch, age 90, of Manhattan, died December 27, 2023.He was born on October 30, 1933, the son of John T. and Ethel Metsch.John served in the United States Army after he graduated high school.&nbsp; He was proud of his service time to his country.&nbsp; John earned his rank of CW4 and retired from the army while stationed at Fort Riley.Graveside services for John will be held on Friday January 5, 2024 at 1:30p.m. at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan.The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with the service arrangements.

John R. Metsch

Mary Lou Stahl died December 24, 2023, in Junction City, Kansas, at age 87.

She was born on July 9, 1936, in El Dorado, Kansas, to Ernest L. Wall and Jeanetta (Farrar) Wall. Mary Lou graduated from El Dorado High School in 1954, and from El Dorado Junior College in 1956. She attended Emporia State Teachers College, receiving a Bachelor degree in Education in 1960. In 1975, she earned a Master of Science degree from Kansas State University. 

Mary Lou’s first job in education was at Ft. Riley Elementary School, where she taught 1st grade. Later, she was a librarian for the school district, traveling among several schools. She eventually became the librarian at Sheridan School in Junction City, and remained there until she retired. 

Mary Lou married Junction City attorney William (Bill) Stahl in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in June, 1961. They were married until his death in 2014. They enjoyed dancing and traveling. Mary Lou was a serious student of her family’s genealogy. She loved dogs and cats. She was a member of the auxiliary of the Earl C. Gormley American Legion Post and the Elks Club.

She is survived by her son, Eric Stahl (Mary Louise) of rural Geary County, and daughter, Marsha (Ken) Mecthley, of Topeka. Mary Lou has one grandson, Kevin Mechtley (Lindsay) of Overland Park, KS, and two greatgrandchildren, Miles and Kennedy. She is also survived by a step-daughter, Jill (Stahl) Shaw of Topeka.

A memorial service will be held on January 8, 2024&nbsp; at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City. Visitation with the family will be at 10:00 a.m., and the service at 10:30 a.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Animals of Junction City, the Stahl Family Scholarship for JCHS seniors, and the Alzheimer’s Association, all via Central National Bank.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary Lou Stahl died December 24, 2023, in Junction City, Kansas, at age 87.She was born on July 9, 1936, in El Dorado, Kansas, to Ernest L. Wall and Jeanetta (Farrar) Wall. Mary Lou graduated from El Dorado High School in 1954, and from El Dorado Junior College in 1956. She attended Emporia State Teachers College, receiving a Bachelor degree in Education in 1960. In 1975, she earned a Master of Science degree from Kansas State University. Mary Lou’s first job in education was at Ft. Riley Elementary School, where she taught 1st grade. Later, she was a librarian for the school district, traveling among several schools. She eventually became the librarian at Sheridan School in Junction City, and remained there until she retired. Mary Lou married Junction City attorney William (Bill) Stahl in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in June, 1961. They were married until his death in 2014. They enjoyed dancing and traveling. Mary Lou was a serious student of her family’s genealogy. She loved dogs and cats. She was a member of the auxiliary of the Earl C. Gormley American Legion Post and the Elks Club.She is survived by her son, Eric Stahl (Mary Louise) of rural Geary County, and daughter, Marsha (Ken) Mecthley, of Topeka. Mary Lou has one grandson, Kevin Mechtley (Lindsay) of Overland Park, KS, and two greatgrandchildren, Miles and Kennedy. She is also survived by a step-daughter, Jill (Stahl) Shaw of Topeka.A memorial service will be held on January 8, 2024&nbsp; at Johnson Funeral Home in Junction City. Visitation with the family will be at 10:00 a.m., and the service at 10:30 a.m.Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of Animals of Junction City, the Stahl Family Scholarship for JCHS seniors, and the Alzheimer’s Association, all via Central National Bank.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Lou Stahl - 1936 - 2023

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Wilma Mae (Werning) Brooks, age 96, of Manhattan, passed away on December 31, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan following a very brief illness.She was born October 29, 1927 in a stone house on Cedar Creek near Manhattan, the daughter of Herman and Elizabeth (Hofmann) Werning.Wilma moved with her family to the Mt Zion area at age 4, and has since lived her entire life along Lake Elbo Rd. She attended Swamp Angel School and graduated from St. George High School. She earned her Emergency Teaching Certificate from Kansas State College, and taught 1st through 8th grade for a couple years at Cracker Box School (Glenwood) and St George for $100/month.On August 11, 1947, in Manhattan, she was married to John Brooks, Jr. This union was blessed with three sons: Ralph, Harold and Daniel.Wilma was a cook for many years at Green Valley School. All the kids loved her, despite having to hide their peas on the ledge on the underside of the table so she wouldn't know they didn’t “clean up their plate”. She was also the office manager (The Boss) for the family business, K-Hill Engine for nearly 50 years.She was a Bonfire 4-H Club leader for many years, a member of E.H.U. and ABWA, and enjoyed crocheting, quilting and spoiling her grandchildren. She was a history buff and loved researching the family genealogy. She wrote an autobiography in 1985 that detailed her life growing up in the depression. Up until the Covid pandemic, she continued to meet with best friends from high school, Betty Ball and Mildred Goehring for monthly pizza lunches. She also looked forward to playing 10 point pitch with the gang whenever possible.Wilma was a prankster. She always had something silly to brighten everyone's day whether it was taking cupcakes (with a cotton ball baked in them) to work on April Fool's day, or strategically placing a whoopie cushion for the next unsuspecting victim of her antics. When grandkids visited, the first place they ran to was the room with the dresser full of jokes and pranks.She was very proud of her Lake Elbo and Mt Zion communities. Just a week before her passing, she was honored to ring the first bell at her childhood church, Mt Zion, as it is currently undergoing resurrection after many years of abandonment. She also served on the election committee and worked the voting polls for Blue Township for several decades.She was preceded in death by her husband John in 2015 and by her sister Gay Parker in 1995.Survivors include her three sons: Ralph Brooks of Manhattan, Harold Brooks of Manhattan, and Daniel Brooks and his wife Linda of Wamego, and daughter-in-law Dorothy Ireland; seven grandchildren: Rachelle Brooks, Derek Brooks (Lana), Rustin Brooks (Kate), Tabatha Brooks-Miller, Ashley Lour (Tim), Autumn Spencer (Rob), and Jeremy Hittle (Amanda); 14 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren.“I've lived the kind of life where even the funeral director will hate to see me go!” -WilmaFuneral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, January 5th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Pastor Paul Barkey officiating. Interment will follow in the Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, January 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.Instead of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to: the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House, Lake Elbo Club, or Bonfire 4-H Club. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Wilma Brooks 

Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm, Friday, January 12, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will then be held at 7:00 pm, also at the church.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, January 13, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, in Marysville, with Father Quentin Schmitz as the Celebrant.&nbsp;

Trudy L. Rieth, age 71, of Washington, passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Washington County Hospital in Washington.Trudy was born August 6, 1952, in Washington, to Fred and Edna (Bennett) Perkins.&nbsp; She graduated from Washington High School in 1970, then from Brown Mackie School of Business in Salina in 1972.&nbsp; She married Arnold Rieth on February 7, 1974, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Hanover.&nbsp;Trudy worked as a Dental Assistant for Dr. Thomas Parry for many years, then as manager for the Texaco Convenience Store, both were in Washington.&nbsp; Later Trudy and Arnold moved to Blue Rapids and recently to Linn.Trudy’s passions included her family, genealogy, crafts and the Pony Express.&nbsp; She loved making jewelry, doll houses and doll clothes for her girls and her granddaughters. Traveling to the Rocky Mountains was one of her favorite places to go when time allowed.Survivors include her&nbsp;husband Arnold,&nbsp;three children:&nbsp; Travis (Debra)&nbsp;Rieth&nbsp;of Marysville, Shana (Troy) Jensen of Washington and Moriah (Dallas) Dobrovolny of Waterville, a sister Carole Meyers of Jacksonville, Florida and eight grandchildren:&nbsp; Amber Jensen, Alyssa Jensen, Korbin Becker, Cota&nbsp;Rieth, Lane&nbsp;Rieth, Brooklyn Dobrovolny, Tabitha&nbsp;Dobrovolny&nbsp;and Kylee Dobrovolny&nbsp;and by one great-granddaughter, Guinevere&nbsp;O’Roke.&nbsp;Brother In-Law Kenneth (Barb) Rieth&nbsp;of&nbsp;Washington&nbsp;and Sister-In-Laws, Rosella Heier&nbsp;of Hoxie,&nbsp;Marcella Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover&nbsp;,Virgina Parker&nbsp;of Linn, Betty Rieth&nbsp;of Washington, and Cheryl Rieth&nbsp;of Hanover.&nbsp;Preceding Trudy in death were her parents, Fred and Edna Perkins, Father and Mother In-Law, Frank and Clara Rieth, Brother In-Laws, Arthur Parker, Dewayne Rieth, Bernard Rieth, and Gerald Rieth.&nbsp;Visitation will begin at 6:00 pm, Friday, January 12, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church.&nbsp; A Rosary will then be held at 7:00 pm, also at the church.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, January 13, 2024, at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Church, in Marysville, with Father Quentin Schmitz as the Celebrant.&nbsp;Inurnment will be at St. Gregory The Great Catholic Cemetery in Marysville.Memorials are suggested to the Linn Community Nursing Home&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Trudy Rieth

Glenn T. Hartke Sr., age 92, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday December 28, 2023 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

He was born on May 6, 1931 in Lincolnville, Kansas, the son of T.L and Marie Hartke.

Glenn T. Hartke Sr., age 92, of Manhattan, passed away Thursday December 28, 2023 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.He was born on May 6, 1931 in Lincolnville, Kansas, the son of T.L and Marie Hartke.

Glenn T. Hartke Sr.

John R. Metsch, age 90, of Manhattan, died December 27, 2023.He was born on October 30, 1933, the son of John T. and Ethel Metsch.John served in the United States Army after he graduated high school.&nbsp; He was proud of his service time to his country.&nbsp; John earned his rank of CW4 and retired from the army while stationed at Fort Riley.Graveside services for John will be held on Friday January 5, 2024 at 1:30p.m. at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan.

Donald G. Fritz, 89, died December 26, 2023, in Manhattan, KS. &nbsp;Don was born October 29, 1934, at the family farm in Clay County, the son of Ernest and Lois (Neill) Fritz. He graduated from High School in Clay Center in 1952. Don served in the US Air Force from 1953 to 1957 as an aircraft mechanic. He was stationed in California, Texas, Arizona and on the island of Hokkaido, Japan. Don married Phyllis M. Henry on January 18, 1959, and she survives. They were married for 64 years. After the Air Force, he farmed, worked at Boeing Aircraft, Northwestern Aeronautical, D &amp; D Farm Equipment, Porth-Aire, Simlo Manufacturing, Hutchinson Lear-Siegler, Dos Aviation, Tero-Tek International Landoll Corp, Contract Services and Beach Aircraft.

He was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and served on various boards. Don was baptized December 9, 1934. His memory verse was Mark 16:16, "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved." Don was confirmed March 21, 1948. His memory verse was John 10:27-28, "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand."

Survivors include one son, Scott Fritz of Abilene, TX. One daughter, Sandi Roe and husband John Roe of Topeka, KS. Two sisters, Dorothy Debenham and June Kempthorne. One brother-in-law, Ken Henry of Chandler, AZ. One sister-in-law, Joan Reed and husband Ron of Salina, KS. Four grandchildren, Randee Roe and wife Macey Roe, Ryan Roe, Delilah Cramer and husband Jordan, and Kim Westfall and husband Seth. Two great grandchildren, Cohen Roe and Remy Roe.&nbsp;

Funeral Services: &nbsp;10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas

Visitation: 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday, January 2, at St. Paul Lutheran Church

Memorials: &nbsp;St Paul Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Donald G. Fritz, 89, died December 26, 2023, in Manhattan, KS. &nbsp;Don was born October 29, 1934, at the family farm in Clay County, the son of Ernest and Lois (Neill) Fritz. He graduated from High School in Clay Center in 1952. Don served in the US Air Force from 1953 to 1957 as an aircraft mechanic. He was stationed in California, Texas, Arizona and on the island of Hokkaido, Japan. Don married Phyllis M. Henry on January 18, 1959, and she survives. They were married for 64 years. After the Air Force, he farmed, worked at Boeing Aircraft, Northwestern Aeronautical, D &amp; D Farm Equipment, Porth-Aire, Simlo Manufacturing, Hutchinson Lear-Siegler, Dos Aviation, Tero-Tek International Landoll Corp, Contract Services and Beach Aircraft.He was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and served on various boards. Don was baptized December 9, 1934. His memory verse was Mark 16:16, "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved." Don was confirmed March 21, 1948. His memory verse was John 10:27-28, "My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; no one will snatch them out of my hand."Survivors include one son, Scott Fritz of Abilene, TX. One daughter, Sandi Roe and husband John Roe of Topeka, KS. Two sisters, Dorothy Debenham and June Kempthorne. One brother-in-law, Ken Henry of Chandler, AZ. One sister-in-law, Joan Reed and husband Ron of Salina, KS. Four grandchildren, Randee Roe and wife Macey Roe, Ryan Roe, Delilah Cramer and husband Jordan, and Kim Westfall and husband Seth. Two great grandchildren, Cohen Roe and Remy Roe.&nbsp;Funeral Services: &nbsp;10:30 a.m. Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Clay Center, KS&nbsp;Minister: Pastor Paul TessaroBurial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, KansasVisitation: 9 a.m. until service time Tuesday, January 2, at St. Paul Lutheran ChurchMemorials: &nbsp;St Paul Lutheran Church c/o the funeral home

Donald G. Fritz

Geraldine Donna Criswell, 82 of Abilene passed away December 27, 2023. She was born February 4, 1941 in Ladore, Kansas, the daughter of Geard J. and Hazel (Vitousic) Quathamer. She graduated from Erie High School in 1959. She was united in marriage to Ernest Criswell April 2, 1961. He preceded her in death April 2, 1999.

Geraldine is survived by her three daughters: Hazel Criswell and husband Jeff Montgomery; Dawna Taylor and Danette Whiteley and husband Darren. Grandchildren: Nathan Shea and wife Christa; Chantal Kronmiller; Alisha Bartee and husband Mike; Deric Taylor and wife Kate; Dynae Cooper and husband John; Dacia Whiteley; Cheylynne Corral; Dauson Whiteley and wife Amy and Dakotah Whiteley and wife Alysson. 14 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Marty Criswell, great-granddaughter Ryka Cooper, son-in-law, Tom Taylor, two sisters and a twin brother.

 Funeral Services for Geraldine will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at the Abilene First Christian Church. Burial will follow at the Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas

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 </figure>Geraldine Donna Criswell, 82 of Abilene passed away December 27, 2023. She was born February 4, 1941 in Ladore, Kansas, the daughter of Geard J. and Hazel (Vitousic) Quathamer. She graduated from Erie High School in 1959. She was united in marriage to Ernest Criswell April 2, 1961. He preceded her in death April 2, 1999.Geraldine is survived by her three daughters: Hazel Criswell and husband Jeff Montgomery; Dawna Taylor and Danette Whiteley and husband Darren. Grandchildren: Nathan Shea and wife Christa; Chantal Kronmiller; Alisha Bartee and husband Mike; Deric Taylor and wife Kate; Dynae Cooper and husband John; Dacia Whiteley; Cheylynne Corral; Dauson Whiteley and wife Amy and Dakotah Whiteley and wife Alysson. 14 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, one son, Marty Criswell, great-granddaughter Ryka Cooper, son-in-law, Tom Taylor, two sisters and a twin brother. Funeral Services for Geraldine will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at the Abilene First Christian Church. Burial will follow at the Prairie Mound Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Family suggests memorials be given to the American Cancer Society. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas

Geraldine Donna Criswell

Carol Lynn Fick, 77 of Abilene passed away December 26, 2023. She was born July 16, 1946 in Abilene, the daughter of Ralph and Mary (Fair) Foust. Carol grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local school and graduated from Abilene High School in 1964. On December 3, 1966 she was united in marriage to Rylan Fick. He preceded her in death November 22, 2009. She worked as a bank teller at Astra Bank, retiring in 2010. She was a member of the Abilene First United Methodist Church, Beta, and the Elks Lodge.

 Carol is survived by her son, Justin Fick and wife Lana. Four grandchildren: Amanda Hebert and husband Josh; James Fick; Travis Fick and Bailey Saliger. One sister, Sandy Larson and husband Ron. Her Aunt, Jeanette Foust. Niece: Lisa Gonzales andhusband Freddy: Nephews; B.J. Larson and wife Anne; Aaron Swarts and wife Lacey; Andy Swarts. Sister-in-law; Janet Swarts and husband Roger. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister and brother-in-law Elizabeth “Bet” Frazier and Bennie,

 Funeral services for Carol will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023 at the Abilene First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. 

The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene First United Methodist Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Carol Lynn Fick, 77 of Abilene passed away December 26, 2023. She was born July 16, 1946 in Abilene, the daughter of Ralph and Mary (Fair) Foust. Carol grew up in the Abilene area, attended the local school and graduated from Abilene High School in 1964. On December 3, 1966 she was united in marriage to Rylan Fick. He preceded her in death November 22, 2009. She worked as a bank teller at Astra Bank, retiring in 2010. She was a member of the Abilene First United Methodist Church, Beta, and the Elks Lodge. Carol is survived by her son, Justin Fick and wife Lana. Four grandchildren: Amanda Hebert and husband Josh; James Fick; Travis Fick and Bailey Saliger. One sister, Sandy Larson and husband Ron. Her Aunt, Jeanette Foust. Niece: Lisa Gonzales andhusband Freddy: Nephews; B.J. Larson and wife Anne; Aaron Swarts and wife Lacey; Andy Swarts. Sister-in-law; Janet Swarts and husband Roger. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, sister and brother-in-law Elizabeth “Bet” Frazier and Bennie, Funeral services for Carol will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 30, 2023 at the Abilene First United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Ebenezer Baptist Cemetery, rural Abilene. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given to the Abilene First United Methodist Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Carol Lynn Fick

Donald Ray Mazer, 86, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, December 23, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka. &nbsp;He was a long-time member of the community.

Don was born on March 2, 1937, in Lochgelly, West Virginia, the son of Sam and Irene (Yarbor) Mazer. &nbsp;He attended school in West Virginia and then served in the United States Army. &nbsp;During his service he was stationed at Fort Jackson, South Carolina and then Fort Riley, Kansas.

After leaving the military, Don worked several jobs. &nbsp;He worked helping to build the Tuttle Creek dam, then for the local Ford Dealership, the local Mobil gas station and then for thirteen years at the Chevy dealership. &nbsp;He also worked for Beyer’s quarry. &nbsp;He then opened Don’s Body Shop and soon added a wrecker service. &nbsp;He ran his successful business until his retirement in 2017. &nbsp;He was extremely hard working and was known for having several jobs at one time.

Don loved fishing and hunting. &nbsp;He was always tinkering with something and enjoyed woodworking. Don was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.

Don married Betty Elane Young on April 30, 1959. They shared their lives and family together for fifty-seven years. &nbsp;Betty preceded him in death on May 16, 2016. &nbsp;In 2017, Don met Sue Gordon. &nbsp;They were married in Wamego on December 2, 2021, enjoying their retirement years. &nbsp;Sue survives at their home.

Don is also survived by his children; Donette Carter, Wamego, and Tom Mazer (Michelle), Cameron, Missouri; his grandchildren, Amie Overstreet (Lonnie), Wamego, Eric Carter, Wamego, Chase Mazer, Cameron, Missouri Cole Mazer, Kearney, Missouri, Koleby McClinick, Cameron, Missouri; and his great-granddaughter, Lily Dulaney, Wamego; his sister, Velda Smith, Temecula, California. &nbsp;Don was also preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, John Mazer, Barnie Mazer, Alma Newhouse, and Samual Mazur.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. &nbsp;The Reverend Dr. Tony Mattia will be officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends at the church, prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.. &nbsp;They suggest memorial contributions to Wamego Honor Flight, and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Donald Ray Mazer, 86, of Wamego, Kansas, died Saturday, December 23, 2023, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka. &nbsp;He was a long-time member of the community.Don was born on March 2, 1937, in Lochgelly, West Virginia, the son of Sam and Irene (Yarbor) Mazer. &nbsp;He attended school in West Virginia and then served in the United States Army. &nbsp;During his service he was stationed at Fort Jackson, South Carolina and then Fort Riley, Kansas.After leaving the military, Don worked several jobs. &nbsp;He worked helping to build the Tuttle Creek dam, then for the local Ford Dealership, the local Mobil gas station and then for thirteen years at the Chevy dealership. &nbsp;He also worked for Beyer’s quarry. &nbsp;He then opened Don’s Body Shop and soon added a wrecker service. &nbsp;He ran his successful business until his retirement in 2017. &nbsp;He was extremely hard working and was known for having several jobs at one time.Don loved fishing and hunting. &nbsp;He was always tinkering with something and enjoyed woodworking. Don was a member of Trinity Baptist Church.Don married Betty Elane Young on April 30, 1959. They shared their lives and family together for fifty-seven years. &nbsp;Betty preceded him in death on May 16, 2016. &nbsp;In 2017, Don met Sue Gordon. &nbsp;They were married in Wamego on December 2, 2021, enjoying their retirement years. &nbsp;Sue survives at their home.Don is also survived by his children; Donette Carter, Wamego, and Tom Mazer (Michelle), Cameron, Missouri; his grandchildren, Amie Overstreet (Lonnie), Wamego, Eric Carter, Wamego, Chase Mazer, Cameron, Missouri Cole Mazer, Kearney, Missouri, Koleby McClinick, Cameron, Missouri; and his great-granddaughter, Lily Dulaney, Wamego; his sister, Velda Smith, Temecula, California. &nbsp;Don was also preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, John Mazer, Barnie Mazer, Alma Newhouse, and Samual Mazur.Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego. &nbsp;The Reverend Dr. Tony Mattia will be officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Wamego City Cemetery. &nbsp;The family will greet friends at the church, prior to the service, beginning at 10:00 a.m.. &nbsp;They suggest memorial contributions to Wamego Honor Flight, and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home.

Donald Ray Mazer

Raymond Allen Chapen passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023 with his wife, Susan at his side, in Topeka, Kansas at the age of 75 after a short battle with cancer. &nbsp;He was born on March 29, 1948 in Wallace, Idaho to Francis Ellis and Clara Dean (Shepherd) Chapen. He spent his earlier years growing up in Northern Idaho. Raymond is survived by his wife Susan, children and grandchildren.

His family moved to Oregon in 1960 where he remained until 2021, working and raising his family. &nbsp;He was married to Sherri Delene Bailey Weiszbrod from October 7, 1967 to December 1995, and together they raised five children; Tammy Bromley (grandchildren: Clarissa, Andrew (Sidnee) (great grandchild: Jackson), Gabriel and Evan, Kimberly Chapen Haggerty (grandchildren: Kathleen, Casher Dylan and Caroline), Rebecca Chapen (grandchildren: Skylar and Oceana (and great grandchild Kyrie due to be born in January 2024), Tim Chapen (Mandi) (grandchildren: Isaiah, Olivia and Amelia), and Ryan Chapen.

Raymond enlisted in the US Coast Guard on July 24, 1967. During his four year enlistment he served at duty stations in Port Townsend, WA, Brookings, OR and Newport, OR. &nbsp;He graduated Engineman “A” school 670 in Yorktown, VA and achieved the rank of E4. After his Honorable Discharge from the USCG, he settled with his family in Springfield, OR and worked at Pape Brothers Caterpillar as a painter, Roseboro and Weyerhaeuser Lumber Companies in various capacities and Dutch Bros Coffee as a distribution warehouse delivery driver.

On June 23, 1998 Raymond married Susan Wayman and became a stepfather to Ariana Jordan and Destiny Henderson. &nbsp;After retirement Ray and Susan made the move from Springfield, Oregon to McFarland, Kansas where they have enjoyed gardening, fishing, thrifting, fellowshipping with their church family and spreading the news of Jesus Christ. &nbsp;They spent 25 wonderful years of marriage until he passed on to the arms of Jesus.

Before his passing, Raymond requested a Celebration of Life in the Present. On December 19, 2023, friends and family gathered in person and via Zoom to celebrate the man whose signature phrase was “Praise the Lord!” Raymond laid hands on each person, imparting a blessing and words of encouragement, then gave an exhortation to the entire gathering. He was honored by many speakers, including his children and grandchildren, friends, sharing scriptures and testimonials about the impact he had on their lives. &nbsp;

&nbsp;Raymond lived to purposefully serve our Lord and Savior. His desire was to demonstrate and share the love of Christ with others. That love and his faith are the cornerstones of his family and made him a caring presence in the lives of his family, friends and church. &nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis Ellis and Clara Dean Chapen; and his brothers, Larry Chapen and Frank Chapen.

&nbsp;Graveside Services with Military Honors by the U.S. Coast Guard Funeral Honors Detail and Emporia American Legion Post No. 5 will be held on Thursday. December 28, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Eskridge Cemetery in Eskridge, KS with Pastor Russ Berlew. Following the graveside service, family and friends are invited for a meal prepared by the Mill Creek Baptist Church in McFarland, KS.&nbsp;

Raymond spent 24 days at the Kansas City VA Hospital before being discharged to Hospice. &nbsp;The Fisher House of Kansas City made it possible for family to be at his side during his hospitalization. &nbsp;Memorial donations may be made to the Kansas City Fisher House for VA families visiting loved ones who are patients at the Kansas City VA Hospital and those may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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 </figure>Raymond Allen Chapen passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023 with his wife, Susan at his side, in Topeka, Kansas at the age of 75 after a short battle with cancer. &nbsp;He was born on March 29, 1948 in Wallace, Idaho to Francis Ellis and Clara Dean (Shepherd) Chapen. He spent his earlier years growing up in Northern Idaho. Raymond is survived by his wife Susan, children and grandchildren.His family moved to Oregon in 1960 where he remained until 2021, working and raising his family. &nbsp;He was married to Sherri Delene Bailey Weiszbrod from October 7, 1967 to December 1995, and together they raised five children; Tammy Bromley (grandchildren: Clarissa, Andrew (Sidnee) (great grandchild: Jackson), Gabriel and Evan, Kimberly Chapen Haggerty (grandchildren: Kathleen, Casher Dylan and Caroline), Rebecca Chapen (grandchildren: Skylar and Oceana (and great grandchild Kyrie due to be born in January 2024), Tim Chapen (Mandi) (grandchildren: Isaiah, Olivia and Amelia), and Ryan Chapen.Raymond enlisted in the US Coast Guard on July 24, 1967. During his four year enlistment he served at duty stations in Port Townsend, WA, Brookings, OR and Newport, OR. &nbsp;He graduated Engineman “A” school 670 in Yorktown, VA and achieved the rank of E4. After his Honorable Discharge from the USCG, he settled with his family in Springfield, OR and worked at Pape Brothers Caterpillar as a painter, Roseboro and Weyerhaeuser Lumber Companies in various capacities and Dutch Bros Coffee as a distribution warehouse delivery driver.On June 23, 1998 Raymond married Susan Wayman and became a stepfather to Ariana Jordan and Destiny Henderson. &nbsp;After retirement Ray and Susan made the move from Springfield, Oregon to McFarland, Kansas where they have enjoyed gardening, fishing, thrifting, fellowshipping with their church family and spreading the news of Jesus Christ. &nbsp;They spent 25 wonderful years of marriage until he passed on to the arms of Jesus.Before his passing, Raymond requested a Celebration of Life in the Present. On December 19, 2023, friends and family gathered in person and via Zoom to celebrate the man whose signature phrase was “Praise the Lord!” Raymond laid hands on each person, imparting a blessing and words of encouragement, then gave an exhortation to the entire gathering. He was honored by many speakers, including his children and grandchildren, friends, sharing scriptures and testimonials about the impact he had on their lives. &nbsp;&nbsp;Raymond lived to purposefully serve our Lord and Savior. His desire was to demonstrate and share the love of Christ with others. That love and his faith are the cornerstones of his family and made him a caring presence in the lives of his family, friends and church. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, Francis Ellis and Clara Dean Chapen; and his brothers, Larry Chapen and Frank Chapen.&nbsp;Graveside Services with Military Honors by the U.S. Coast Guard Funeral Honors Detail and Emporia American Legion Post No. 5 will be held on Thursday. December 28, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Eskridge Cemetery in Eskridge, KS with Pastor Russ Berlew. Following the graveside service, family and friends are invited for a meal prepared by the Mill Creek Baptist Church in McFarland, KS.&nbsp;Raymond spent 24 days at the Kansas City VA Hospital before being discharged to Hospice. &nbsp;The Fisher House of Kansas City made it possible for family to be at his side during his hospitalization. &nbsp;Memorial donations may be made to the Kansas City Fisher House for VA families visiting loved ones who are patients at the Kansas City VA Hospital and those may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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