Haley Nicole George, age 18 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023.

She was born on July 22, 2004 in Hiawatha, Kansas, the daughter of Jason Christopher George and Brandy Marie Owen.&nbsp; She was baptized in the Green United Methodist Church, attended the Green Christian School and graduated from Manhattan High School.

Haley was a waitress at IHOP in Manhattan.&nbsp; She loved listening to music, shopping, and hanging out with family and friends.&nbsp; In school she participated in volleyball, softball, cheerleading and was involved with Young Life when she lived in Missouri.&nbsp; She was a daughter, sister, aunt, friend, granddaughter and she was loved.

She is survived by her mother, Brandy Owen (Chad) of Savannah, Missouri; her father, Jason George of Green; one sister, Hannah George (Hunter) of Savannah, Missouri; one nephew, Hudson Reys; one niece, Haislei Reys; her grandparents, John and Janice George of Green, Rick and Carol Owen of Green and Annette VanEpps of St. Joseph, Missouri; her great grandmother, Donna Owen of Green; and her aunts, Jennifer Rodecap (Will) of Green and Mandy Campbell (Josh) of Manhattan.

She was preceded in death by her uncle, Jeff George and great grandmother, Maxine Friederich.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. Sunday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.

A memorial has been established for the Haley George Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Haley Nicole George, age 18 of Manhattan, passed away Monday, May 15, 2023.She was born on July 22, 2004 in Hiawatha, Kansas, the daughter of Jason Christopher George and Brandy Marie Owen.&nbsp; She was baptized in the Green United Methodist Church, attended the Green Christian School and graduated from Manhattan High School.Haley was a waitress at IHOP in Manhattan.&nbsp; She loved listening to music, shopping, and hanging out with family and friends.&nbsp; In school she participated in volleyball, softball, cheerleading and was involved with Young Life when she lived in Missouri.&nbsp; She was a daughter, sister, aunt, friend, granddaughter and she was loved.She is survived by her mother, Brandy Owen (Chad) of Savannah, Missouri; her father, Jason George of Green; one sister, Hannah George (Hunter) of Savannah, Missouri; one nephew, Hudson Reys; one niece, Haislei Reys; her grandparents, John and Janice George of Green, Rick and Carol Owen of Green and Annette VanEpps of St. Joseph, Missouri; her great grandmother, Donna Owen of Green; and her aunts, Jennifer Rodecap (Will) of Green and Mandy Campbell (Josh) of Manhattan.She was preceded in death by her uncle, Jeff George and great grandmother, Maxine Friederich.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 22, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Sarah Gill officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 2:00 until 4:00 p.m. Sunday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.A memorial has been established for the Haley George Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Haley George

Jerrol Lynn Springer, age 83, of Westmoreland, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.

He was born on June 25, 1939, in Manhattan, the son of Carrol and Lillian Bell (Anderson) Springer. Raised in the Blue Valley River vicinity near Garrison on a farm in the Carnahan Creek area, he was the 5th&nbsp;child of seven—one brother and 5 sisters. He spent countless hours outside exploring, collecting arrowheads, fishing, and hunting, which led to such a deep outdoor connection that he often said, “Nature is my church.”

He graduated from Randolph High School in 1958 and continued higher education at Pittsburg State University on football and track scholarships. He completed his Bachelor's and Master’s of Science degrees in Education from Kansas State University in 1963.

Jerry married Sharon Kay Toburen on June 2, 1962, at Swede Creek United Methodist Church. Together, they had 3 children, Kim, Pam and Doug. Family time was mostly spent at Carnahan Creek, fishing, swimming, and camping—a tradition that he continued with his grandchildren. He also loved watching and attending KSU football and basketball games.

Jerry began his coaching and teaching career in 1963 in the U.S.D. 323 Westmoreland School District, retiring in 1995 after 32 years. He taught biology, but his true passion was teaching physical education and coaching/mentoring his students. He coached many sports including football, basketball, track, and softball, taking great pride in receiving League, Regional and State Championships. Strong bonds were formed during these times, as words from his students and athletes attest: “He always coached with his heart, saying, ‘The sun always comes up tomorrow’ after a loss.” “Always had a heck of a smile for everyone.” “He touched a lot of lives through coaching, but he was much more than that—a mentor!” “Genuine and caring to all he knew, he made everyone around him feel special.” “He built confidence in us when it was lacking.” ”He always challenged us to do more/be more... On the court, in the classroom, and in life!”

In retirement, Jerry created many woodworking projects, which he shared with family and friends. He also gardened, sharing his delicious homegrown tomatoes and other produce with family and neighbors. He loved competing in the Masters and Senior Games track programs, which allowed him to travel and compete in many states, including at the national level. His favorite events were the discus and hammer throw, in which he excelled and won many competitions.

He is survived by his wife Sharon Springer of Westmoreland; two daughters, Kim Clopton and husband Robby of Liberty Hill, Texas, and Pam Lauer and husband Joe of Olsburg; one son, Doug Springer and wife Jenny of Wamego; three sisters, Vona Leckey of De Smet, South Dakota, Carolyn Kershaw and husband Charles of Young, Arizona, and Pati Casey and husband Scott of Westmoreland; six grandchildren, Makynna Hood, Garrison Clopton, Jarrid Lauer (Jana), Laurel Wahl (Chris), Jake Springer, and Sara Springer; and one great grandson, Reddick Lauer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Gyle “Bud” Springer, and two sisters, Jean Walla and Ky Reece.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. on May 25, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on May 26, 2023, at the Carnahan Church, south of Olsburg. Inurnment will be in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery. Per his wishes, an outdoor picnic at the Carnahan Church will conclude the celebration. Please wear casual lake attire (yep, like shorts, jeans...).

A memorial has been established for the Jerry Springer Memorial Fund to be distributed to the Carnahan Church and Cemetery and other yet to be determined recipients. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Jerrol Lynn Springer, age 83, of Westmoreland, passed away Thursday, May 11, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.He was born on June 25, 1939, in Manhattan, the son of Carrol and Lillian Bell (Anderson) Springer. Raised in the Blue Valley River vicinity near Garrison on a farm in the Carnahan Creek area, he was the 5th&nbsp;child of seven—one brother and 5 sisters. He spent countless hours outside exploring, collecting arrowheads, fishing, and hunting, which led to such a deep outdoor connection that he often said, “Nature is my church.”He graduated from Randolph High School in 1958 and continued higher education at Pittsburg State University on football and track scholarships. He completed his Bachelor's and Master’s of Science degrees in Education from Kansas State University in 1963.Jerry married Sharon Kay Toburen on June 2, 1962, at Swede Creek United Methodist Church. Together, they had 3 children, Kim, Pam and Doug. Family time was mostly spent at Carnahan Creek, fishing, swimming, and camping—a tradition that he continued with his grandchildren. He also loved watching and attending KSU football and basketball games.Jerry began his coaching and teaching career in 1963 in the U.S.D. 323 Westmoreland School District, retiring in 1995 after 32 years. He taught biology, but his true passion was teaching physical education and coaching/mentoring his students. He coached many sports including football, basketball, track, and softball, taking great pride in receiving League, Regional and State Championships. Strong bonds were formed during these times, as words from his students and athletes attest: “He always coached with his heart, saying, ‘The sun always comes up tomorrow’ after a loss.” “Always had a heck of a smile for everyone.” “He touched a lot of lives through coaching, but he was much more than that—a mentor!” “Genuine and caring to all he knew, he made everyone around him feel special.” “He built confidence in us when it was lacking.” ”He always challenged us to do more/be more... On the court, in the classroom, and in life!”In retirement, Jerry created many woodworking projects, which he shared with family and friends. He also gardened, sharing his delicious homegrown tomatoes and other produce with family and neighbors. He loved competing in the Masters and Senior Games track programs, which allowed him to travel and compete in many states, including at the national level. His favorite events were the discus and hammer throw, in which he excelled and won many competitions.He is survived by his wife Sharon Springer of Westmoreland; two daughters, Kim Clopton and husband Robby of Liberty Hill, Texas, and Pam Lauer and husband Joe of Olsburg; one son, Doug Springer and wife Jenny of Wamego; three sisters, Vona Leckey of De Smet, South Dakota, Carolyn Kershaw and husband Charles of Young, Arizona, and Pati Casey and husband Scott of Westmoreland; six grandchildren, Makynna Hood, Garrison Clopton, Jarrid Lauer (Jana), Laurel Wahl (Chris), Jake Springer, and Sara Springer; and one great grandson, Reddick Lauer.He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother, Gyle “Bud” Springer, and two sisters, Jean Walla and Ky Reece.The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. on May 25, 2023, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on May 26, 2023, at the Carnahan Church, south of Olsburg. Inurnment will be in the Carnahan Creek Cemetery. Per his wishes, an outdoor picnic at the Carnahan Church will conclude the celebration. Please wear casual lake attire (yep, like shorts, jeans...).A memorial has been established for the Jerry Springer Memorial Fund to be distributed to the Carnahan Church and Cemetery and other yet to be determined recipients. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Jerrol Springer

Sheryl K. Bleakley, 77, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023. Cremation will take place. A graveside service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on April 17, 1945, in Junction City, Kansas to Max and Ruth (Dowdell) Foland. Sheryl was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family, as often as she could. Sheryl was an amazing cook and showed her love through food. On December 28, 1962, she married Dial Bleakley, and together they raised three boys. Sheryl is survived by her loving husband, Dial of the home; three sons, David (Dorothy) Bleakley of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Keith (Cindy) Bleakley of Topeka, Kansas, Kent (Lori) Bleakley of Topeka, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Matthew, Connor, Nathan, Heather, Katelyn, Cole, Jeff, Katie; six great grandchildren; and her sister, Janice (Danny) Goodman of Junction City, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Donald Cobb.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Sheryl K. Bleakley, 77, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023. Cremation will take place. A graveside service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, Kansas. She was born on April 17, 1945, in Junction City, Kansas to Max and Ruth (Dowdell) Foland. Sheryl was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family, as often as she could. Sheryl was an amazing cook and showed her love through food. On December 28, 1962, she married Dial Bleakley, and together they raised three boys. Sheryl is survived by her loving husband, Dial of the home; three sons, David (Dorothy) Bleakley of Glenwood Springs, Colorado, Keith (Cindy) Bleakley of Topeka, Kansas, Kent (Lori) Bleakley of Topeka, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Matthew, Connor, Nathan, Heather, Katelyn, Cole, Jeff, Katie; six great grandchildren; and her sister, Janice (Danny) Goodman of Junction City, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Donald Cobb.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sheryl K. 'Nana' Bleakley

John M. Eakes, 61, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away on May 12, 2023. Cremation will take place. Family will hold services at a later date. Memorials may be made in his honor to any good cause of your choice. He was born on November 6, 1961, Salina, Kansas to Sylvester and Carmen (Swaim). John started working at 9 years old for the family business, T&amp;J Sheet Metal of Wakefield, Kansas. He continued in the sheet metal industry his entire life. Later he and his son started their own business, Eakes Builders based in Manhattan, Kansas. John is survived by his son, Shon Eakes of Manhattan, Kansas; his mother, Carmen Eakes of Wakefield, Kansas; and his ex-wife, Jill Eakes of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; nephew, Tyler Eakes of Riley, Kansas; niece, Erika Eakes of Manhattan, Kansas; and host of extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Thomas Eakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John M. Eakes, 61, of Manhattan, Kansas passed away on May 12, 2023. Cremation will take place. Family will hold services at a later date. Memorials may be made in his honor to any good cause of your choice. He was born on November 6, 1961, Salina, Kansas to Sylvester and Carmen (Swaim). John started working at 9 years old for the family business, T&amp;J Sheet Metal of Wakefield, Kansas. He continued in the sheet metal industry his entire life. Later he and his son started their own business, Eakes Builders based in Manhattan, Kansas. John is survived by his son, Shon Eakes of Manhattan, Kansas; his mother, Carmen Eakes of Wakefield, Kansas; and his ex-wife, Jill Eakes of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma; nephew, Tyler Eakes of Riley, Kansas; niece, Erika Eakes of Manhattan, Kansas; and host of extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father and his brother, Thomas Eakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

John M. 'Taz' Eakes

&nbsp;Florence Lucille “Lucy” Burgess, 80, of Wamego, passed away on Friday (May 12, 2023) at Good Samaritan Society – Valley Vista in Wamego.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Born September 24, 1942 in Waverly, Kansas, Lucy was the daughter of John “Jack” and Beatrice (Harrison) Williamson.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Dwight Burgess on June 1, 1963 in Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp;He survives.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was a member of the LaClede Baptist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;An avid reader, Lucy also enjoyed cooking, taking walks, going to country music shows and traveling with Dwight, especially to see the Rocky Mountains. Lucy loved taking care of her cats, but her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was employed as a clerk for Kaw Valley Bank for 25 years until her retirement.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include her husband of nearly 60 years, Dwight; two sons, Vaughn Burgess (Chrissy) of Wamego and Vince Burgess (Katie DeNeault) of Wamego; six grandchildren, Kevin Burgess (Stacy), Garret Burgess Layton Burgess, Wyatt Burgess, Clara Burgess and Marshall Burgess; two step great grandchildren; Mazzita and Bella; a sister, Joyce Wilburn (Bill) of Wamego; and several nieces and nephews.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was preceded in death by her parents.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon (May 17, 2023) at 2:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery North of Louisville, Kansas.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be Wednesday (May 17, 2023) from 12:00 Noon until the time of services at the funeral home.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to LaClede Baptist Church or Elara Hospice and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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 </figure>&nbsp;Florence Lucille “Lucy” Burgess, 80, of Wamego, passed away on Friday (May 12, 2023) at Good Samaritan Society – Valley Vista in Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Born September 24, 1942 in Waverly, Kansas, Lucy was the daughter of John “Jack” and Beatrice (Harrison) Williamson.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Dwight Burgess on June 1, 1963 in Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp;He survives.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was a member of the LaClede Baptist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;An avid reader, Lucy also enjoyed cooking, taking walks, going to country music shows and traveling with Dwight, especially to see the Rocky Mountains. Lucy loved taking care of her cats, but her greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was employed as a clerk for Kaw Valley Bank for 25 years until her retirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Survivors include her husband of nearly 60 years, Dwight; two sons, Vaughn Burgess (Chrissy) of Wamego and Vince Burgess (Katie DeNeault) of Wamego; six grandchildren, Kevin Burgess (Stacy), Garret Burgess Layton Burgess, Wyatt Burgess, Clara Burgess and Marshall Burgess; two step great grandchildren; Mazzita and Bella; a sister, Joyce Wilburn (Bill) of Wamego; and several nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Lucy was preceded in death by her parents.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Wednesday afternoon (May 17, 2023) at 2:00 at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp;Burial will be in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery North of Louisville, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be Wednesday (May 17, 2023) from 12:00 Noon until the time of services at the funeral home.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to LaClede Baptist Church or Elara Hospice and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Lucy Burgess

Gary Andrew Pryor, 67 of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully at Orlando Regional Hospital in Orlando, Florida on April 29, 2023. He fought a long battle with cancer.

Gary was born in Manhattan, KS on August 2, 1955 to Harold Andrew and Marjorie Jean (Horne) Pryor. He grew up in Hutchinson, KS. Active in Boy Scouts, Gary reached the rank of Eagle. He graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1973 and Hutchinson Community College in 1975. He went on to Kansas State University and graduated with a degree in History.

Gary married Debra Dionne Dickson on December 31, 1977, in Hiawatha, KS. They spent the first few years of marriage living in Great Bend, Marysville and Assaria, where he built houses. They moved back to Manhattan to raise their family. Gary taught Building Trades at the Manhattan Area Technical College for over 20 years. He was so proud of his students as they built a new house each year.

Gary loved the outdoors. He enjoyed camping and canoeing. He canoed the Boundary Waters numerous times with family, friends and the 4-H Adventurers. Gary served as a Boy Scout leader for his son’s scout troop. In recent years, bluegrass music was his passion. Every September you could find Gary and Deb at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kansas, jamming with friends.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Debra Dionne (Dickson) Pryor, son William (Bill) Andrew Pryor (Livie Olsen) of Manhattan, KS, daughter Lisa Dionne (Pryor) Essmiller of Clermont, FL; 3 siblings: David (Deana) Pryor of Mount Hope, KS, Barbara Albro of Goddard, KS, and Dodi (Dale) Dickson of Shawnee, KS; six grandchildren: Jayden, Gracelyn and Easton Essmiller, Solvie, Myla &amp; Finley Bennett, and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends at 9:00 am, Friday, May 19th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. A Celebration of Gary’s life will be held from 1:30- 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 19th, at the Man Kan shelter house at Tuttle Creek River Pond Area, Manhattan, KS. Bring lawn chairs and your acoustic instruments to join in honoring Gary with the music he loved.

A private family inurnment will take place later at the Reading, KS cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pryor Family Youth Camp Scholarship Fund. This fund is designed to provide financial support to young people who want to attend Scouts BSA or 4-H camps.

Gary was a lifetime supporter of both Scouts BSA and 4-H. He spent his summers at camps teaching his own children and hundreds of others to appreciate the outdoors. He believed that summer camps are an excellent way for young people to explore new interests, gain confidence, and learn valuable life skills that will serve them well into adulthood.

Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 or online at the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation: mcfks.org (<a href="https://www.mcfks.org/make-a-donation.cfm?fid=2509#top-of-form">https://www.mcfks.org/make-a-donation.cfm?fid=2509#top-of-form</a>)

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 </figure>Gary Andrew Pryor, 67 of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully at Orlando Regional Hospital in Orlando, Florida on April 29, 2023. He fought a long battle with cancer.Gary was born in Manhattan, KS on August 2, 1955 to Harold Andrew and Marjorie Jean (Horne) Pryor. He grew up in Hutchinson, KS. Active in Boy Scouts, Gary reached the rank of Eagle. He graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1973 and Hutchinson Community College in 1975. He went on to Kansas State University and graduated with a degree in History.Gary married Debra Dionne Dickson on December 31, 1977, in Hiawatha, KS. They spent the first few years of marriage living in Great Bend, Marysville and Assaria, where he built houses. They moved back to Manhattan to raise their family. Gary taught Building Trades at the Manhattan Area Technical College for over 20 years. He was so proud of his students as they built a new house each year.Gary loved the outdoors. He enjoyed camping and canoeing. He canoed the Boundary Waters numerous times with family, friends and the 4-H Adventurers. Gary served as a Boy Scout leader for his son’s scout troop. In recent years, bluegrass music was his passion. Every September you could find Gary and Deb at the Walnut Valley Festival in Winfield, Kansas, jamming with friends.Gary was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Debra Dionne (Dickson) Pryor, son William (Bill) Andrew Pryor (Livie Olsen) of Manhattan, KS, daughter Lisa Dionne (Pryor) Essmiller of Clermont, FL; 3 siblings: David (Deana) Pryor of Mount Hope, KS, Barbara Albro of Goddard, KS, and Dodi (Dale) Dickson of Shawnee, KS; six grandchildren: Jayden, Gracelyn and Easton Essmiller, Solvie, Myla &amp; Finley Bennett, and numerous nieces and nephews.The family will receive friends at 9:00 am, Friday, May 19th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, followed by a funeral service at 10:00 a.m. A Celebration of Gary’s life will be held from 1:30- 4:00 p.m. Friday, May 19th, at the Man Kan shelter house at Tuttle Creek River Pond Area, Manhattan, KS. Bring lawn chairs and your acoustic instruments to join in honoring Gary with the music he loved.A private family inurnment will take place later at the Reading, KS cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Pryor Family Youth Camp Scholarship Fund. This fund is designed to provide financial support to young people who want to attend Scouts BSA or 4-H camps.Gary was a lifetime supporter of both Scouts BSA and 4-H. He spent his summers at camps teaching his own children and hundreds of others to appreciate the outdoors. He believed that summer camps are an excellent way for young people to explore new interests, gain confidence, and learn valuable life skills that will serve them well into adulthood.Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502 or online at the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation: mcfks.org (<a href="https://www.mcfks.org/make-a-donation.cfm?fid=2509#top-of-form">https://www.mcfks.org/make-a-donation.cfm?fid=2509#top-of-form</a>)

Gary Pryor

Barbara A. Rawlings, 81, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Cremation will take place. A visitation will take place on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home. 

A funeral mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at St. Xavier Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N Washington St, Junction City, KS 66441 or to a cause of your choice in Barbara's memory. She was born on May 31, 1941, in Nevada, Missouri, to Gay D. and Anne G. (Childers) Barton. Barbara worked as a civil servant on Fort Riley for 30 years as a contracting specialist. She was an active member in the community. She volunteered at Geary Community Hospital frequently after retirement and was a member of the PEO sisterhood. Barbara was also a member of the gardening club, pilots club, and bridge club. She married Bill Hall in 1961. Their union brought two children, Carrie and Lorrie. In 1985, she married Milton Rawlings, they were married almost 40 years. Barbara was a dedicated wife, mother, grandma, and friend. She loved being around her family and friends, truly enjoyed life to the fullest. Barbara is survived by her three daughters, Carrie Hall (John) VanAntwerp of Wichita, Kansas, Lorrie Hall Valentich of Dallas, Texas, Regina (Mike) Oxford of Lawrence, Kansas; six grandchildren, Cassandra (Jason) Childs of Park City, Kansas, Melissa VanAntwerp of Wichita, Kansas, Amanda Valentich of Dallas, Texas, Levi (Amanda) Oxford of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, Sandina Oxford of Lawrence, Kansas, Michela (Jesse) Pacheco of Overbrook, Kansas; seven great grandchildren; one brother, David (Marilyn) Barton of San Antonio, Texas; and nephew, Nathan (Shannon) Barton of New York. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving spouse, Milton.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Barbara A. Rawlings, 81, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Cremation will take place. A visitation will take place on Friday, June 2, 2023, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home. A funeral mass will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2023, at St. Xavier Catholic Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 218 N Washington St, Junction City, KS 66441 or to a cause of your choice in Barbara's memory. She was born on May 31, 1941, in Nevada, Missouri, to Gay D. and Anne G. (Childers) Barton. Barbara worked as a civil servant on Fort Riley for 30 years as a contracting specialist. She was an active member in the community. She volunteered at Geary Community Hospital frequently after retirement and was a member of the PEO sisterhood. Barbara was also a member of the gardening club, pilots club, and bridge club. She married Bill Hall in 1961. Their union brought two children, Carrie and Lorrie. In 1985, she married Milton Rawlings, they were married almost 40 years. Barbara was a dedicated wife, mother, grandma, and friend. She loved being around her family and friends, truly enjoyed life to the fullest. Barbara is survived by her three daughters, Carrie Hall (John) VanAntwerp of Wichita, Kansas, Lorrie Hall Valentich of Dallas, Texas, Regina (Mike) Oxford of Lawrence, Kansas; six grandchildren, Cassandra (Jason) Childs of Park City, Kansas, Melissa VanAntwerp of Wichita, Kansas, Amanda Valentich of Dallas, Texas, Levi (Amanda) Oxford of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, Sandina Oxford of Lawrence, Kansas, Michela (Jesse) Pacheco of Overbrook, Kansas; seven great grandchildren; one brother, David (Marilyn) Barton of San Antonio, Texas; and nephew, Nathan (Shannon) Barton of New York. She was preceded in death by her parents and her loving spouse, Milton.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Barbara A. Rawlings

CSM (RET) George S. Bowman, Jr., age 76, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. Cremation has taken place. 

A graveside service with full military honors will take place Friday, June 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery with Will Ravenstein officiating. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital located at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or to the Shriners Hospitals for Children located at 4400 Clayton Ave., St. Louis, Missouri 63110. George served in the United States Army until retirement. After retiring from the service he went on to join the Barton County Community Troop School on Fort Riley, where he taught for several years. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, and fishing. George had many interests and was apart of several organizations to include: The American Legion Post #45, The Fraternal Order of Eagles, and The Junction City Elks Lodge #1037. On September 28, 1996 he went on to marry the love of his life, Elsie J. "Ellie" Hite; George and Ellie married in Junction City where they remained. Survivors include his loving wife Ellie of Junction City, Kansas; two brothers, Keith (Noel) Bowman of Hutchinson, Kansas, and Sam (Jeanette) Ebey of Virginia; one sister, Robin (Todd) Burkhead of Maryland, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Bowman, Sr., and Grace Ebey; step-parents, Marion Ebey and Jean Bowman; and two brothers, Wayne Ebey and Timmy Bowman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CSM (RET) George S. Bowman, Jr., age 76, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on Monday, March 20, 2023 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. Cremation has taken place. A graveside service with full military honors will take place Friday, June 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Kansas Veteran's Cemetery with Will Ravenstein officiating. Memorial contributions are suggested to go to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital located at 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105 or to the Shriners Hospitals for Children located at 4400 Clayton Ave., St. Louis, Missouri 63110. George served in the United States Army until retirement. After retiring from the service he went on to join the Barton County Community Troop School on Fort Riley, where he taught for several years. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, hunting, and fishing. George had many interests and was apart of several organizations to include: The American Legion Post #45, The Fraternal Order of Eagles, and The Junction City Elks Lodge #1037. On September 28, 1996 he went on to marry the love of his life, Elsie J. "Ellie" Hite; George and Ellie married in Junction City where they remained. Survivors include his loving wife Ellie of Junction City, Kansas; two brothers, Keith (Noel) Bowman of Hutchinson, Kansas, and Sam (Jeanette) Ebey of Virginia; one sister, Robin (Todd) Burkhead of Maryland, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Bowman, Sr., and Grace Ebey; step-parents, Marion Ebey and Jean Bowman; and two brothers, Wayne Ebey and Timmy Bowman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

CSM (RET) George S. Bowman, Jr.

John Raymond Young, age 86, of Manhattan, KS, died peacefully with family on April 23, 2023, at Foundation Park at Colbert Hills in Manhattan.

He was born February 10, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Floyd and Goldie Lucille (Shupe) Young.

John grew up in Junction City, graduating from Junction City High School in 1955, where he was a basketball and track standout. He was commended for his best game against school rival Manhattan High School when he tallied 37 points. He spent his freshman year of college at Kansas State University where he was on the basketball team, coached by Tex Winter. John then spent two years at Kansas State Teachers College at Emporia, Kansas and later completed his B.S. in Liberal Studies from the State University of New York, Albany.

On July 2, 1960, in Junction City, he married his high school sweetheart Bethene “Betsy” Burnham. John and Betsy moved to Manhattan in 1964, with their growing family. In their nearly 60 years together in Manhattan, they raised their children, built their careers, made many lifelong friends and established deep roots in the community.

John and Betsy celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends on July 2, 2020. Betsy preceded him in death on June 23, 2021.

John was a land surveyor and Vice President of Schwab-Eaton, a consulting engineering firm, in Manhattan, from 1963 until his retirement in 2003, but continued to work for several more years as a consultant. He made lasting friendships during his forty years at Schwab-Eaton. He was a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in four states and was the director of land development at the firm. He was responsible for all survey work, including the management of numerous survey fieldcrews. His work included all manner of surveys, relating to large construction projects, Corp of Engineers lake boundaries, subdivision design, municipal utility plans, and many other land survey and mapping projects.

John joined the Kansas Army National Guard in 1959, graduated from Officer Candidate School in 1962 and retired at the rank of Colonel in 1988. John began his command experience as a Platoon Leader in the 891st Engineering Battalion before becoming Battalion Commander of the 226th Engineering Battalion. He later served in various positions in the HQ STARC, including Commander of Troop Command. He was awarded numerous military awards including the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Army Reserve Achievement Medal.

John was an active member of the First United Methodist Church and participated in Old Geezers, Sunday School and served as an usher. John was involved in many professional organizations, including serving as President of the Manhattan Area Builders Association, the Kansas Building Industry Association, member of Kansas Builders Work Comp Fund and Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as well as a National Director of the National Association of Home Builders. He also served as Treasurer of the Riley County Rural Water District.

As much as John accomplished in his career, his most proud accomplishments may have been his four children. He was always a part of their lives and led each of them to great heights. Later he brought that same enthusiasm to his grandchildren, traveling to their events and graduations all across the country.

He loved to travel with Betsy, as well as family and friends; John was always game — traveling across the globe as well closer to home. John was an avid KSU and Kansas City sports fan, enjoyed cooking and gardening, and was a jazz music enthusiast.

He was preceded in death by his three siblings: Betty DeArmand, Pat Young and Cyrus Young.

Survivors include his four children: Stephanie Young and her husband James Rouhandeh of New York, NY, John B. Young and his wife Chanette of Parkville, MO, Thomas C. Young and his wife Kerry of Riley, KS, and Gregory S. Young of Wichita, KS; and nine grandchildren: Katherine Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Charlie Rouhandeh, Jake Young, Molly Young, Caroline Young, Jack Young, Miriam Young and Greta Young.

A Celebration of John’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M. Friday, May 19th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Inurnment with military honors will follow at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley, immediately followed by a reception at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Rd. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. Thursday, May 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Museum of the Kansas National Guard or the K-State Gardens. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>John Raymond Young, age 86, of Manhattan, KS, died peacefully with family on April 23, 2023, at Foundation Park at Colbert Hills in Manhattan.He was born February 10, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Floyd and Goldie Lucille (Shupe) Young.John grew up in Junction City, graduating from Junction City High School in 1955, where he was a basketball and track standout. He was commended for his best game against school rival Manhattan High School when he tallied 37 points. He spent his freshman year of college at Kansas State University where he was on the basketball team, coached by Tex Winter. John then spent two years at Kansas State Teachers College at Emporia, Kansas and later completed his B.S. in Liberal Studies from the State University of New York, Albany.On July 2, 1960, in Junction City, he married his high school sweetheart Bethene “Betsy” Burnham. John and Betsy moved to Manhattan in 1964, with their growing family. In their nearly 60 years together in Manhattan, they raised their children, built their careers, made many lifelong friends and established deep roots in the community.John and Betsy celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary with family and friends on July 2, 2020. Betsy preceded him in death on June 23, 2021.John was a land surveyor and Vice President of Schwab-Eaton, a consulting engineering firm, in Manhattan, from 1963 until his retirement in 2003, but continued to work for several more years as a consultant. He made lasting friendships during his forty years at Schwab-Eaton. He was a licensed Professional Land Surveyor in four states and was the director of land development at the firm. He was responsible for all survey work, including the management of numerous survey fieldcrews. His work included all manner of surveys, relating to large construction projects, Corp of Engineers lake boundaries, subdivision design, municipal utility plans, and many other land survey and mapping projects.John joined the Kansas Army National Guard in 1959, graduated from Officer Candidate School in 1962 and retired at the rank of Colonel in 1988. John began his command experience as a Platoon Leader in the 891st Engineering Battalion before becoming Battalion Commander of the 226th Engineering Battalion. He later served in various positions in the HQ STARC, including Commander of Troop Command. He was awarded numerous military awards including the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, and Army Reserve Achievement Medal.John was an active member of the First United Methodist Church and participated in Old Geezers, Sunday School and served as an usher. John was involved in many professional organizations, including serving as President of the Manhattan Area Builders Association, the Kansas Building Industry Association, member of Kansas Builders Work Comp Fund and Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, as well as a National Director of the National Association of Home Builders. He also served as Treasurer of the Riley County Rural Water District.As much as John accomplished in his career, his most proud accomplishments may have been his four children. He was always a part of their lives and led each of them to great heights. Later he brought that same enthusiasm to his grandchildren, traveling to their events and graduations all across the country.He loved to travel with Betsy, as well as family and friends; John was always game — traveling across the globe as well closer to home. John was an avid KSU and Kansas City sports fan, enjoyed cooking and gardening, and was a jazz music enthusiast.He was preceded in death by his three siblings: Betty DeArmand, Pat Young and Cyrus Young.Survivors include his four children: Stephanie Young and her husband James Rouhandeh of New York, NY, John B. Young and his wife Chanette of Parkville, MO, Thomas C. Young and his wife Kerry of Riley, KS, and Gregory S. Young of Wichita, KS; and nine grandchildren: Katherine Rouhandeh, Audrey Rouhandeh, Charlie Rouhandeh, Jake Young, Molly Young, Caroline Young, Jack Young, Miriam Young and Greta Young.A Celebration of John’s life will be held at 1:30 P.M. Friday, May 19th, at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, with Pastor Melanie Nord officiating. Inurnment with military honors will follow at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at Fort Riley, immediately followed by a reception at Meadowlark Hills, 2121 Meadowlark Rd. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 6:30 P.M. Thursday, May 18th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Memorial contributions may be made to the Museum of the Kansas National Guard or the K-State Gardens. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

John R. Young

Elizabeth Schmitt (Clennan) Talbott, age 81, of Chapman, passed away May 5, 2023 surrounded by family, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.

She was born November 14, 1941, in Chapman, KS, the daughter of Vincent and Marie (Kelley) Clennan.

Beth graduated from Chapman High School in 1959.

She worked as a Nurse Aide, Surgical Technician, Manager of the Chapman Senior Center and as pharmacy staff at Kolling Pharmacy. For many years, she was at Eisenhower Center and gave tours. She also spent time working at Blue Ridge Elementary School and at Chapman Elementary School.

Beth was associated with Hospice of Dickinson County for 44 years and held the positions of Volunteer Coordinator and served on the Advisory Board. She loved caring for and investing herself to help others. In 1984 she was named Hospice Volunteer of the Year.

She had also served on the board of directors for Area Agency on Aging, Chapman Community Foundation and the Irish Foundation. She was a member of the Kiwanis Club in Abilene and had served as president and was an Ombudsman for the State of Kansas. She most recently was a volunteer at Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Hospital.

On February 10, 1988, she was married to Robert Talbott. Robert preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by six siblings: Patricia, Joseph, Mary Lee, John, Margaret and her twin, Barbara.

Survivors include her three children: David Schmitt of Ormond Beach, FL, Amy Smith of Kansas City, MO and Christal Ade of Chapman, KS; five siblings: Catherine Davidson, James, Larry and Leo Clennan and Joyce Snodgrass; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on June 9 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Chapman with Father Peter O’Donnell officiating. Family and friends are invited to pray the Rosary at 10:30 AM prior to the service. Private inurnment will be St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 5:30-6:30 PM at the St. Michael Parish Center on Thursday, June 8.

Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Elizabeth Schmitt (Clennan) Talbott, age 81, of Chapman, passed away May 5, 2023 surrounded by family, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan.She was born November 14, 1941, in Chapman, KS, the daughter of Vincent and Marie (Kelley) Clennan.Beth graduated from Chapman High School in 1959.She worked as a Nurse Aide, Surgical Technician, Manager of the Chapman Senior Center and as pharmacy staff at Kolling Pharmacy. For many years, she was at Eisenhower Center and gave tours. She also spent time working at Blue Ridge Elementary School and at Chapman Elementary School.Beth was associated with Hospice of Dickinson County for 44 years and held the positions of Volunteer Coordinator and served on the Advisory Board. She loved caring for and investing herself to help others. In 1984 she was named Hospice Volunteer of the Year.She had also served on the board of directors for Area Agency on Aging, Chapman Community Foundation and the Irish Foundation. She was a member of the Kiwanis Club in Abilene and had served as president and was an Ombudsman for the State of Kansas. She most recently was a volunteer at Stormont Vail Health Flint Hills Hospital.On February 10, 1988, she was married to Robert Talbott. Robert preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by six siblings: Patricia, Joseph, Mary Lee, John, Margaret and her twin, Barbara.Survivors include her three children: David Schmitt of Ormond Beach, FL, Amy Smith of Kansas City, MO and Christal Ade of Chapman, KS; five siblings: Catherine Davidson, James, Larry and Leo Clennan and Joyce Snodgrass; seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM on June 9 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Chapman with Father Peter O’Donnell officiating. Family and friends are invited to pray the Rosary at 10:30 AM prior to the service. Private inurnment will be St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery.The family will receive friends from 5:30-6:30 PM at the St. Michael Parish Center on Thursday, June 8.Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dickinson County. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Elizabeth Schmitt Talbott

Carita Carole Deibler Otts, age 85, of Manhattan, died May 10, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born December 22, 1937, in Manhattan, the daughter of Harvey F. and Glady M. (Carley) Clark.

Carita graduated from Manhattan High School in 1955, and took several classes at Kansas State University.

She was a secretary/accounting specialist for Recreational Services at Kansas State University for many years, retiring in 2000.

She loved to travel by car as she didn’t like to fly, enjoyed her times in Branson with her family, loved to read and followed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren on Facebook. She couldn’t pass a Cracker Barrel without stopping, and her favorite animals were butterflies, peacocks, and flamingos. She also enjoyed her Bunko and weekly coffee group. Carita always said she was going to write her own obituary so her children wouldn’t lie about her.

Carita was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and was Commander 1999-2001, Epsilon Sigma Alpha Gamma Lambda Chapter, Welcome Club of Manhattan and served as the treasurer for seven years, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Manhattan High School Alumni Association, and a former member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

She was married to Darrell C. Deibler on October 16, 1955, they later divorced. She was later married to Marion H. Otts on December 21, 1985, in Junction City, KS. Marion preceded her in death in 2002. She was also preceded in death by her sister Judy R. Loberg.

Survivors include her three children: Blake C. Deibler and his wife Cristine of Shawnee, KS, Tracy Jo Helget and her husband Ron of Pomona, KS, and Lisa Kay Deibler-Miller and her husband Bobby of Junction City, KS; ten grandchildren: Carley, Jesse, Chip, Ashley, Clint, Tyler, Logan, Brianna, Ryan and Cheyanne; and nine great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Chaplain Kelly Pittman officiating. Interment will follow in the Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery east of Manhattan.

The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Paralyzed Veterans of America or the Wounded Warrior Project. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Carita Carole Deibler Otts, age 85, of Manhattan, died May 10, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.She was born December 22, 1937, in Manhattan, the daughter of Harvey F. and Glady M. (Carley) Clark.Carita graduated from Manhattan High School in 1955, and took several classes at Kansas State University.She was a secretary/accounting specialist for Recreational Services at Kansas State University for many years, retiring in 2000.She loved to travel by car as she didn’t like to fly, enjoyed her times in Branson with her family, loved to read and followed her grandchildren and great-grandchildren on Facebook. She couldn’t pass a Cracker Barrel without stopping, and her favorite animals were butterflies, peacocks, and flamingos. She also enjoyed her Bunko and weekly coffee group. Carita always said she was going to write her own obituary so her children wouldn’t lie about her.Carita was a member of the Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and was Commander 1999-2001, Epsilon Sigma Alpha Gamma Lambda Chapter, Welcome Club of Manhattan and served as the treasurer for seven years, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Manhattan High School Alumni Association, and a former member of the American Legion Auxiliary.She was married to Darrell C. Deibler on October 16, 1955, they later divorced. She was later married to Marion H. Otts on December 21, 1985, in Junction City, KS. Marion preceded her in death in 2002. She was also preceded in death by her sister Judy R. Loberg.Survivors include her three children: Blake C. Deibler and his wife Cristine of Shawnee, KS, Tracy Jo Helget and her husband Ron of Pomona, KS, and Lisa Kay Deibler-Miller and her husband Bobby of Junction City, KS; ten grandchildren: Carley, Jesse, Chip, Ashley, Clint, Tyler, Logan, Brianna, Ryan and Cheyanne; and nine great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Saturday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel with Chaplain Kelly Pittman officiating. Interment will follow in the Valley View Memorial Park Cemetery east of Manhattan.The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 P.M. Friday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.Memorial contributions may be made to either the Paralyzed Veterans of America or the Wounded Warrior Project. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Carita Carole Deibler Otts

Lawrence W. “Bill” Barrington, Jr., age 76, of Blue Rapids, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, May 20, 2023, on the Circle in Blue Rapids.&nbsp; A private inurnment will follow.

Memorials are suggested to the Bill Barrington Memorial, which will be donated to Blue Rapids organizations during the Blue Rapids Fall Giving Day.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Lawrence W. “Bill” Barrington, Jr., age 76, of Blue Rapids, passed away on Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, May 20, 2023, on the Circle in Blue Rapids.&nbsp; A private inurnment will follow.Memorials are suggested to the Bill Barrington Memorial, which will be donated to Blue Rapids organizations during the Blue Rapids Fall Giving Day.&nbsp;Memorials may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.A full obituary will follow later.

Bill Barrington

Walter “Bus” Lietz, Jr., passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday morning, February 17th, 2023, in Mesquite, Texas, where he was living over the past year.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents: Walter and Christina Lietz, his sisters Mildred Hauer and Nyla Gehrt; his wife Helen survives.

Walter was born March 4th, 1932, in the Snokomo Community to Walter Carl Lietz, Sr., and Christina (Steck) Lietz.&nbsp; Walter grew up on the family farm in Snokomo and graduated primary school from District 32, Paxico Rural High School and Kansas State University.&nbsp; He served in the Air Force from 1954 to 1956 at Wichita Falls, Texas, having earned the rank of Captain.

He married Helen Lucille (Miller) Lietz on April 24th, 1955, at Trinity Lutheran Church, McFarland, Kansas.&nbsp; Walter was active in the community serving as 4-H community leader for eight years, and USD School Board for six years. He was active in the dairy business serving as director and an executive board member for the Mid-America Dairymen Association for many years.&nbsp;

After 29 years of farming, Walter and Helen left the farm and moved to Wichita, Kansas where he worked for Boeing for eight years as a systems analyst in the IT Department, and later moved to Oklahoma City, where he retired after working for Hertz Corp in 2002.

Walter and Helen have three children: Richard (Miriam Hicklin), Richmond, CA, Diane Baxter (Palmore), Kerrville, TX, and Leslie Kramer (James) Nashville, TN, and seven grandchildren: August Lietz, Dr. Madeleine Horn (Wolfgang), Adler Lietz (Morgan Konechne), Laura Baxter, Sarah Baxter, Evan Kramer (Zarni de Wet), Dr. Andrew Kramer (Alicia Halberg) and one great grandson, Colton James Kramer.

A graveside memorial service will be held Sunday afternoon (May 28, 2023) at 2:00 at Bethlehem Cemetery (Snokomo).

Cards of sympathy may be sent to Helen Lietz, in Care of Sophyas Assisted Living: 2621 Beeman Drive, Mesquite, Texas 75181.

&nbsp;Memorials are requested to Trinity Lutheran Church, McFarland, Kansas and may be sent to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

The Lietz Family Reunion will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall at 11:00 AM, immediately after the Worship Service on Sunday May 28th.&nbsp; A catered meal will be served.

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 </figure>Walter “Bus” Lietz, Jr., passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday morning, February 17th, 2023, in Mesquite, Texas, where he was living over the past year.&nbsp; He is preceded in death by his parents: Walter and Christina Lietz, his sisters Mildred Hauer and Nyla Gehrt; his wife Helen survives.Walter was born March 4th, 1932, in the Snokomo Community to Walter Carl Lietz, Sr., and Christina (Steck) Lietz.&nbsp; Walter grew up on the family farm in Snokomo and graduated primary school from District 32, Paxico Rural High School and Kansas State University.&nbsp; He served in the Air Force from 1954 to 1956 at Wichita Falls, Texas, having earned the rank of Captain.He married Helen Lucille (Miller) Lietz on April 24th, 1955, at Trinity Lutheran Church, McFarland, Kansas.&nbsp; Walter was active in the community serving as 4-H community leader for eight years, and USD School Board for six years. He was active in the dairy business serving as director and an executive board member for the Mid-America Dairymen Association for many years.&nbsp;After 29 years of farming, Walter and Helen left the farm and moved to Wichita, Kansas where he worked for Boeing for eight years as a systems analyst in the IT Department, and later moved to Oklahoma City, where he retired after working for Hertz Corp in 2002.Walter and Helen have three children: Richard (Miriam Hicklin), Richmond, CA, Diane Baxter (Palmore), Kerrville, TX, and Leslie Kramer (James) Nashville, TN, and seven grandchildren: August Lietz, Dr. Madeleine Horn (Wolfgang), Adler Lietz (Morgan Konechne), Laura Baxter, Sarah Baxter, Evan Kramer (Zarni de Wet), Dr. Andrew Kramer (Alicia Halberg) and one great grandson, Colton James Kramer.A graveside memorial service will be held Sunday afternoon (May 28, 2023) at 2:00 at Bethlehem Cemetery (Snokomo).Cards of sympathy may be sent to Helen Lietz, in Care of Sophyas Assisted Living: 2621 Beeman Drive, Mesquite, Texas 75181.&nbsp;Memorials are requested to Trinity Lutheran Church, McFarland, Kansas and may be sent to Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.The Lietz Family Reunion will be held at the Trinity Lutheran Fellowship Hall at 11:00 AM, immediately after the Worship Service on Sunday May 28th.&nbsp; A catered meal will be served.

Walter 'Bus' Lietz, Jr.

Jay Dee Miller, 84, of McFarland, Kansas, passed away on Monday (May 8, 2023) at St. Marys Manor, St. Marys, Kansas.

Born August 27, 1938 in Alma, Kansas, Jay Dee was the son of Arthur and Frances (Heustis) Miller. He married Marie Ida Frank on June 7, 1959 in Alma. She survives.

Jay Dee was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed working outdoors, collecting watch fobs and working with horses and cattle.&nbsp;&nbsp;Known as a jack of all trades, Jay Dee could do and fix anything. He built homes for family and helped roof several others.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved helping others and would be there for anyone who was in need.

Jay Dee was a heavy equipment operator for Wabaunsee County and Wabaunsee Township for many years until retiring at age 80.

Survivors include his wife, Marie; four children, Alan Miller (Linda) of Alma, Arlan Miller (Kay) of McFarland, Aaron Miller (Kim) of McFarland and Alyne Anderson (Eric) of Rossville; ten grandchildren, Lexie Eversole, Justin Miller (Mindy), Tyson Miller (Mandy), Ethan Miller (Cara), Macy Miller, Austin Miller, Adam Miller, Aden Miller, Kennedy Anderson and Trey Anderson; nine great grandchildren, Grayce Morrison, Tanner Morrison, Kylyee Morrison, Kaylynn Miller, Kinsey Miller, Korbin Miller, Karsyn Miller, Jordie Miller and Laiken Miller; two brothers, Craig Miller (Pam) of Topeka and Brent Miller (Amy) of Alma; two sisters, Mimi Smith (Cletus) of Topeka and Merti Richter (Nick) of Topeka; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Miller was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Jordan Miller; a sister, Darla Furrer; his&nbsp;&nbsp;step mother in law, Roberta Frank Berroth, father in law, Clarence Frank and mother in law, Marie I. (Sommer) Frank.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning (May 16, 2023) at 11:00 at the KanEquip building at the Wabaunsee County Fair Grounds in Alma. Burial with Military Honors by the Alma American Legion Post will be in Fairview Cemetery near Alma.

Mr. Miller will lie in state on Monday afternoon (May 15, 2023) at 3:00 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family will greet friends on Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the funeral home in Alma.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Mill Creek Baptist Church or St. Croix Hospice, and those may be sent in care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jay Dee Miller, 84, of McFarland, Kansas, passed away on Monday (May 8, 2023) at St. Marys Manor, St. Marys, Kansas.Born August 27, 1938 in Alma, Kansas, Jay Dee was the son of Arthur and Frances (Heustis) Miller. He married Marie Ida Frank on June 7, 1959 in Alma. She survives.Jay Dee was a member of Mill Creek Baptist Church. He enjoyed working outdoors, collecting watch fobs and working with horses and cattle.&nbsp;&nbsp;Known as a jack of all trades, Jay Dee could do and fix anything. He built homes for family and helped roof several others.&nbsp;&nbsp;He loved helping others and would be there for anyone who was in need.Jay Dee was a heavy equipment operator for Wabaunsee County and Wabaunsee Township for many years until retiring at age 80.Survivors include his wife, Marie; four children, Alan Miller (Linda) of Alma, Arlan Miller (Kay) of McFarland, Aaron Miller (Kim) of McFarland and Alyne Anderson (Eric) of Rossville; ten grandchildren, Lexie Eversole, Justin Miller (Mindy), Tyson Miller (Mandy), Ethan Miller (Cara), Macy Miller, Austin Miller, Adam Miller, Aden Miller, Kennedy Anderson and Trey Anderson; nine great grandchildren, Grayce Morrison, Tanner Morrison, Kylyee Morrison, Kaylynn Miller, Kinsey Miller, Korbin Miller, Karsyn Miller, Jordie Miller and Laiken Miller; two brothers, Craig Miller (Pam) of Topeka and Brent Miller (Amy) of Alma; two sisters, Mimi Smith (Cletus) of Topeka and Merti Richter (Nick) of Topeka; and many nieces and nephews.Mr. Miller was preceded in death by his parents; a grandson, Jordan Miller; a sister, Darla Furrer; his&nbsp;&nbsp;step mother in law, Roberta Frank Berroth, father in law, Clarence Frank and mother in law, Marie I. (Sommer) Frank.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be held Tuesday morning (May 16, 2023) at 11:00 at the KanEquip building at the Wabaunsee County Fair Grounds in Alma. Burial with Military Honors by the Alma American Legion Post will be in Fairview Cemetery near Alma.Mr. Miller will lie in state on Monday afternoon (May 15, 2023) at 3:00 at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Alma.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family will greet friends on Monday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 at the funeral home in Alma.Memorial contributions are suggested to Mill Creek Baptist Church or St. Croix Hospice, and those may be sent in care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;

Jay Dee Miller

Jonathan Macaulay Winton, 31, of Junction City, passed away on April 25, 2023. A family led celebration of life will be held at a later date. He was born on July 28, 1991, to David and Stacie Winton. He was raised in Oklahoma where he developed a passion for fishing and being outdoors. Jonathan graduated high school in 2010, from Gore High, Oklahoma. While playing football for the Gore Pirates, he scored the longest return touch-down, which still holds true today. When he was off the football field, he showed his talents on the basketball court. He and his friend Luke Swafford participated in many community outreach programs including: building homes for the community, training horses, and being someone to lookup to while living at Circle of Care Boys Ranch in Gore, Oklahoma. The town of Gore appreciated both of their services to their community. He is survived by Courtney; daughter, Macaulee; son, Damon and a host of loving family and friends who are left to cherish his memory. By dialing 988 you will reach the Suicide and Crisis Hotline. We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Jonathan Macaulay Winton, 31, of Junction City, passed away on April 25, 2023. A family led celebration of life will be held at a later date. He was born on July 28, 1991, to David and Stacie Winton. He was raised in Oklahoma where he developed a passion for fishing and being outdoors. Jonathan graduated high school in 2010, from Gore High, Oklahoma. While playing football for the Gore Pirates, he scored the longest return touch-down, which still holds true today. When he was off the football field, he showed his talents on the basketball court. He and his friend Luke Swafford participated in many community outreach programs including: building homes for the community, training horses, and being someone to lookup to while living at Circle of Care Boys Ranch in Gore, Oklahoma. The town of Gore appreciated both of their services to their community. He is survived by Courtney; daughter, Macaulee; son, Damon and a host of loving family and friends who are left to cherish his memory. By dialing 988 you will reach the Suicide and Crisis Hotline. We can all help prevent suicide. The Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Jonathan Macauley Winton

Robert Lynn "Bob" Peck, 77, of Salina, Kansas passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Bob was born August 6, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas the son of Russell L. and Clarice J. (Roseberry) Peck. Bob worked for more than thirty five years for Lear Jet and later Bombardier in Wichita, Kansas until is retirement. He graduated from Wichita State University. Bob enjoyed bowling, following all sports and was an avid reader. He married Cathy Lou Knapp on November 9, 1976 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She passed away October 7, 2007 in Wichita, Kansas. Survivors include one daughter, Kerry S. Severson of Wakefield, Kansas; one son, Allen Hoffer of Wichita, Kansas and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents;wife Cathy; two brothers and two grandchildren.

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 </figure>Robert Lynn "Bob" Peck, 77, of Salina, Kansas passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas. Cremation will take place. No memorial service is planned. Bob was born August 6, 1945, in Wichita, Kansas the son of Russell L. and Clarice J. (Roseberry) Peck. Bob worked for more than thirty five years for Lear Jet and later Bombardier in Wichita, Kansas until is retirement. He graduated from Wichita State University. Bob enjoyed bowling, following all sports and was an avid reader. He married Cathy Lou Knapp on November 9, 1976 in Las Vegas, Nevada. She passed away October 7, 2007 in Wichita, Kansas. Survivors include one daughter, Kerry S. Severson of Wakefield, Kansas; one son, Allen Hoffer of Wichita, Kansas and seven grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents;wife Cathy; two brothers and two grandchildren.

Robert Lynn 'Bob' Peck

&nbsp; Alma Mae Lister, 65, born March 20, 1958, went to be with Our Heavenly Father, April 20, 2023 at home in Junction City, Kansas. She passed away with natural causes. She was the daughter of Virgil Eldon &amp; Veletta Andrella (Lister) Lister. She had attended Emmett, Silver Lake and Grant Schools and then in 1967 she lived in Bennington, Kansas and attended school there. She attended Brown Mackie College and worked at various offices and cities. Alma enjoyed writing poems, taking pictures, taking walks, loved sports and KU. How she could make a person smile on a bad moment they were having. Alma leaves behind her children; Tasha Benton (4 kids), James Lister (1 kid), Marquita Lister Hannan (5 kids) and Jeremiah Medlock (4 kids). Her siblings are Virgil Allen (Patricia) (4 kids), Jane Warren (Hunter) (2 kids) and Jessie Mabrey (Ronnie) (1 kid), along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and one aunt. She was preceded in death by her parents; Virgil &amp; Veletta (Lister) Lister, a sister Stella Marie Lister in 1960 and unknown sibling in 1967, a niece Melissa Sue Daniel, grandparents Jesse Lister, Grace Carmichael Lister Dodds, Chester Arthur and Estelle “Belle” Legan Lister. Alma was cremated, her ashes will be buried with many of her other relatives at Keene Cemetery in Wabaunsee County, Kansas. It will be a graveside service on May 20, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>&nbsp; Alma Mae Lister, 65, born March 20, 1958, went to be with Our Heavenly Father, April 20, 2023 at home in Junction City, Kansas. She passed away with natural causes. She was the daughter of Virgil Eldon &amp; Veletta Andrella (Lister) Lister. She had attended Emmett, Silver Lake and Grant Schools and then in 1967 she lived in Bennington, Kansas and attended school there. She attended Brown Mackie College and worked at various offices and cities. Alma enjoyed writing poems, taking pictures, taking walks, loved sports and KU. How she could make a person smile on a bad moment they were having. Alma leaves behind her children; Tasha Benton (4 kids), James Lister (1 kid), Marquita Lister Hannan (5 kids) and Jeremiah Medlock (4 kids). Her siblings are Virgil Allen (Patricia) (4 kids), Jane Warren (Hunter) (2 kids) and Jessie Mabrey (Ronnie) (1 kid), along with many nieces, nephews, cousins and one aunt. She was preceded in death by her parents; Virgil &amp; Veletta (Lister) Lister, a sister Stella Marie Lister in 1960 and unknown sibling in 1967, a niece Melissa Sue Daniel, grandparents Jesse Lister, Grace Carmichael Lister Dodds, Chester Arthur and Estelle “Belle” Legan Lister. Alma was cremated, her ashes will be buried with many of her other relatives at Keene Cemetery in Wabaunsee County, Kansas. It will be a graveside service on May 20, 2023 at 1:00 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Alma Mae Lister

Calvin "Dale" Atkinson, 89, of Branson, Missouri, passed away on May 2, 2023. Cremation will take place. Family will hold a graveside service at a later date. Memorials are suggested to JC Pacesetters, P.O. Box 411, Junction City, Kansas, 66441. Dale was born on October 8, 1933, in Latimer, Kansas, to Lawrence and Rosa (Samuel) Atkinson. He worked as a civil servant on Fort Riley for over 30 years. Being apart of the first to help install and implement fiber optics on post. Dale also served in the Army National Guard and received several awards for being the best Mess SGT. In addition to his primary job and family, he worked various part time gigs. He was a dedicated worker, father, and family figure. Dale was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals fan. On June 2, 1957, Calvin married Ruth (Ball) Atkinson. Together they raised four children, until Ruth passed away 1986. On May 7, 1987, he married Susie (Steele DePew) Atkinson. They moved to Branson, Missouri, to enjoy their retirement and lived there almost 30 years. Dale is survived by his loving children, Terry Atkinson of Branson, Missouri, Robert Atkinson of Nixa, Missouri, Cynthia Hall of Junction City, Kansas, Linda (Paul) Blais of Manchester, New Hampshire, DJ DePew of Oklahoma; eight grandchildren, Amy (Nate) Boeckman of Junction City, Kansas, Christopher (Crystal) Blais of Manchester, New Hampshire, Melanie (Ryan) Hall of Olathe, Kansas, Dawn (Joe) Lapietro of Manchester, New Hampshire, Cheyanne DePew of Colorado, Charlie (Zachary) Jo Ward of Branson, Colorado, Skylar (Drew) Williams of Nixa, Missouri, Joziah DePew of Nixa, Missouri; twelve great-grandchildren, Miles, Kaden, Braeden, Brody, Garrett, Bentley, Ariana, Greyson, Declan, Daisy, Austin, Josephine; two brothers, Clarence Atkinson of Chapman, Kansas, Clifford Atkinson of Wichita, Kansas; and a host of extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two late wives, Ruth and Susie; two brothers, Cecil and Carl; half brother, Charles; and his granddaughter, Ava Rae Boeckman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Calvin "Dale" Atkinson, 89, of Branson, Missouri, passed away on May 2, 2023. Cremation will take place. Family will hold a graveside service at a later date. Memorials are suggested to JC Pacesetters, P.O. Box 411, Junction City, Kansas, 66441. Dale was born on October 8, 1933, in Latimer, Kansas, to Lawrence and Rosa (Samuel) Atkinson. He worked as a civil servant on Fort Riley for over 30 years. Being apart of the first to help install and implement fiber optics on post. Dale also served in the Army National Guard and received several awards for being the best Mess SGT. In addition to his primary job and family, he worked various part time gigs. He was a dedicated worker, father, and family figure. Dale was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Kansas City Royals fan. On June 2, 1957, Calvin married Ruth (Ball) Atkinson. Together they raised four children, until Ruth passed away 1986. On May 7, 1987, he married Susie (Steele DePew) Atkinson. They moved to Branson, Missouri, to enjoy their retirement and lived there almost 30 years. Dale is survived by his loving children, Terry Atkinson of Branson, Missouri, Robert Atkinson of Nixa, Missouri, Cynthia Hall of Junction City, Kansas, Linda (Paul) Blais of Manchester, New Hampshire, DJ DePew of Oklahoma; eight grandchildren, Amy (Nate) Boeckman of Junction City, Kansas, Christopher (Crystal) Blais of Manchester, New Hampshire, Melanie (Ryan) Hall of Olathe, Kansas, Dawn (Joe) Lapietro of Manchester, New Hampshire, Cheyanne DePew of Colorado, Charlie (Zachary) Jo Ward of Branson, Colorado, Skylar (Drew) Williams of Nixa, Missouri, Joziah DePew of Nixa, Missouri; twelve great-grandchildren, Miles, Kaden, Braeden, Brody, Garrett, Bentley, Ariana, Greyson, Declan, Daisy, Austin, Josephine; two brothers, Clarence Atkinson of Chapman, Kansas, Clifford Atkinson of Wichita, Kansas; and a host of extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents; his two late wives, Ruth and Susie; two brothers, Cecil and Carl; half brother, Charles; and his granddaughter, Ava Rae Boeckman.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Calvin 'Dale' Atkinson

Sharon Kay Cailteux, age 82, of Manhattan, died April 30, 2023, at the Kansas City Hospice House.

She was born November 19, 1940, in Concordia, Kansas, the daughter of Orville J. and Hazel Fern (Barleen) Vignery.

Sharon was married to Myron L. Cailteux, on June 30, 1956, in Clyde, Kansas.

She was a Registered Nurse and had worked at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.

Sharon loved birds, reading, flowers, and “to dig in the dirt”. She loved travelling and road trips, researching genealogy, her family and organizing parties and get-togethers.

Sharon is survived by her husband Myron of the home. Additional survivors include their four daughters: Virginia Merlenbach of Lyndon, KS, Elizabeth Gallaher and her husband Lindy of Manhattan, Michelle Bahadori and her husband Naser of Kansas City, KS, and Cheryl Cailteux-Riley and her husband Ron of Manhattan; two siblings: Ron Vignery and his wife Carol of Baldwin City, KS, and Marcia Simoneau and her husband Jim of Springhill, KS; 14 grandchildren: Vincent Cailteux (Brenda), Marcus Birdsong (Erica), Matthew Birdsong, Nicholas Birdsong (Elisabeth), Elise Dunnigan, Cory Gallaher (Amie), Amir Bahadori (Alex), Mariam Bahadori, Elahe Benford (Sterling) , Nadia Brown (Darius), Levi Riley, Genevieve Riley, Madeleine Riley and Flora Riley; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Sharon Life to be held from 3:00 to 9:30 PM P.M. Sunday, May 7, at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 1720 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Private family inurnment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Clyde, KS.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas City Hospice House, Manhattan Emergency Shelter or the MS Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Sharon Kay Cailteux, age 82, of Manhattan, died April 30, 2023, at the Kansas City Hospice House.She was born November 19, 1940, in Concordia, Kansas, the daughter of Orville J. and Hazel Fern (Barleen) Vignery.Sharon was married to Myron L. Cailteux, on June 30, 1956, in Clyde, Kansas.She was a Registered Nurse and had worked at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.Sharon loved birds, reading, flowers, and “to dig in the dirt”. She loved travelling and road trips, researching genealogy, her family and organizing parties and get-togethers.Sharon is survived by her husband Myron of the home. Additional survivors include their four daughters: Virginia Merlenbach of Lyndon, KS, Elizabeth Gallaher and her husband Lindy of Manhattan, Michelle Bahadori and her husband Naser of Kansas City, KS, and Cheryl Cailteux-Riley and her husband Ron of Manhattan; two siblings: Ron Vignery and his wife Carol of Baldwin City, KS, and Marcia Simoneau and her husband Jim of Springhill, KS; 14 grandchildren: Vincent Cailteux (Brenda), Marcus Birdsong (Erica), Matthew Birdsong, Nicholas Birdsong (Elisabeth), Elise Dunnigan, Cory Gallaher (Amie), Amir Bahadori (Alex), Mariam Bahadori, Elahe Benford (Sterling) , Nadia Brown (Darius), Levi Riley, Genevieve Riley, Madeleine Riley and Flora Riley; and 12 great-grandchildren.Cremation is planned with a Celebration of Sharon Life to be held from 3:00 to 9:30 PM P.M. Sunday, May 7, at the Kansas State University Alumni Center, 1720 Anderson Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502. Private family inurnment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Clyde, KS.Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas City Hospice House, Manhattan Emergency Shelter or the MS Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Sharon Kay Cailteux

Ronald “Ron” Lemon, 80, died peacefully on April 30, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kan., following a brave battle with cancer.

Ron was born April 19, 1943, in Pittsburg, Kan., to Ralph and Frances (Kennedy) Lemon. The second born of three boys, Ron grew up playing sports with his brothers, Gary and Jack, and excelled in football, basketball and baseball.

Ron attended Eugene Field Elementary School, Roosevelt Jr. High and Pittsburg High School. Following high school graduation in 1961, Ron went on to Pittsburg State University, playing basketball for celebrated coach John Lance. Ron earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology, and upon graduation in 1961, served six years in the Army Reserves.

In 1969, Ron started working at State Farm in the Chanute, Kan., claims office, and later, was assigned to a two-person claims office in Ottawa, Kan. Little did he know, his career with State Farm would eventually span a half-century.

Ron married Joyce Morarity in 1970, and the newlyweds soon moved to Wichita where Ron continued his work in claims – with aspirations of becoming an agent. In 1977, Ron, Joyce and their young son, Chad, moved to Manhattan, Kan., to serve the community as an insurance agent. A few months later, daughter, Cara, was born, completing the family of four.

In Manhattan, Ron’s career as a State Farm agent flourished, thanks to his passion and devotion to serving clients and to representing what he fervently described as “the best insurance company.” Known for going above and beyond, Ron was deeply respected within the community and among his peers. He was a nationally esteemed and celebrated State Farm agent. Ron loved his work and looked forward to it every day of his 54-year career.

Outside of the office, Ron was an avid golfer and loved to fish – a favorite pastime he shared with his daughter, Cara. When Cara and Chad were young, at 6’3” with fiery red hair, Ron was easy to spot in the crowd as he cheered on hundreds of their sporting events and school activities.

Ron treasured personal relationships throughout his life, old and new alike. Family, peers, friends, kiddos and more, Ron took great joy and genuine interest in the lives of those he cared about most. Ron will be remembered for his unyielding loyalty and love for Joyce, Cara, Chad, his brothers and their spouses, nieces, nephews, his community, clients, and of course, his beloved State Farm family. He will be dearly missed.

Ron is survived by his two children, Cara Lemon, Manhattan, Kan., and Chad Lemon, El Dorado, Kan., and brothers, Jack Lemon, Frontenac, Kan., Gary Lemon, Coralville, Iowa, and, aunt, Shirley Kennedy, Pittsburg, Kan.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Joyce Lemon, who died November 2017, following her own brave battle with cancer.

A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2023, 4:00-5:30 pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, in Manhattan, Kan.&nbsp;

The memorial service is scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A burial will follow at Sunrise Cemetery.

For one last toast to Ron, family and friends are invited to Colbert Hills for lunch at 12:15 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Ronald “Ron” Lemon, 80, died peacefully on April 30, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kan., following a brave battle with cancer.Ron was born April 19, 1943, in Pittsburg, Kan., to Ralph and Frances (Kennedy) Lemon. The second born of three boys, Ron grew up playing sports with his brothers, Gary and Jack, and excelled in football, basketball and baseball.Ron attended Eugene Field Elementary School, Roosevelt Jr. High and Pittsburg High School. Following high school graduation in 1961, Ron went on to Pittsburg State University, playing basketball for celebrated coach John Lance. Ron earned his bachelor’s degree in psychology, and upon graduation in 1961, served six years in the Army Reserves.In 1969, Ron started working at State Farm in the Chanute, Kan., claims office, and later, was assigned to a two-person claims office in Ottawa, Kan. Little did he know, his career with State Farm would eventually span a half-century.Ron married Joyce Morarity in 1970, and the newlyweds soon moved to Wichita where Ron continued his work in claims – with aspirations of becoming an agent. In 1977, Ron, Joyce and their young son, Chad, moved to Manhattan, Kan., to serve the community as an insurance agent. A few months later, daughter, Cara, was born, completing the family of four.In Manhattan, Ron’s career as a State Farm agent flourished, thanks to his passion and devotion to serving clients and to representing what he fervently described as “the best insurance company.” Known for going above and beyond, Ron was deeply respected within the community and among his peers. He was a nationally esteemed and celebrated State Farm agent. Ron loved his work and looked forward to it every day of his 54-year career.Outside of the office, Ron was an avid golfer and loved to fish – a favorite pastime he shared with his daughter, Cara. When Cara and Chad were young, at 6’3” with fiery red hair, Ron was easy to spot in the crowd as he cheered on hundreds of their sporting events and school activities.Ron treasured personal relationships throughout his life, old and new alike. Family, peers, friends, kiddos and more, Ron took great joy and genuine interest in the lives of those he cared about most. Ron will be remembered for his unyielding loyalty and love for Joyce, Cara, Chad, his brothers and their spouses, nieces, nephews, his community, clients, and of course, his beloved State Farm family. He will be dearly missed.Ron is survived by his two children, Cara Lemon, Manhattan, Kan., and Chad Lemon, El Dorado, Kan., and brothers, Jack Lemon, Frontenac, Kan., Gary Lemon, Coralville, Iowa, and, aunt, Shirley Kennedy, Pittsburg, Kan.He was preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Joyce Lemon, who died November 2017, following her own brave battle with cancer.A visitation will be held on Sunday, May 7, 2023, 4:00-5:30 pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, in Manhattan, Kan.&nbsp;The memorial service is scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A burial will follow at Sunrise Cemetery.For one last toast to Ron, family and friends are invited to Colbert Hills for lunch at 12:15 p.m.Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital . Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Ronald 'Ron' Lemon

Donna Kay Davitto Macy, age 71, of Leonardville, Kansas passed into a better world April 24, 2023, with her loving family gathered around her.

Donna Kay Davitto was born January 6th, 1952 in Clinton, Indiana to Anthony and Barbara Jean Davitto. Her early childhood was spent in Clinton, and in the late 1950s the family moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho. In 1963 they come back to Indiana, settling in Danville, near Indianapolis. She graduated from Danville High School and in 1970 married Thomas Coleman. They had three sons, Eric, Brian and Jeremy. The family lived in Indiana then California, where Donna received an associate’s degree in biochemistry. Returning to Indiana, she worked in the commissary at Grissom Air Force Base, working her way up from checking to the accounting department. When Grissom was closed, she was offered the opportunity to continue her education and seized the chance to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse, managing to work a full-time job and be a supermom while earning a bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Donna and Tom divorced in 1998. Late the same year she moved to Kansas to be with Kevin Macy and they married on October 23rd, 1999. She worked as a geriatric nurse at long-term care facilities until her retirement in 2011.

Donna was a warm, caring, intelligent and loving woman who wore her heart on her sleeve. Her profession was a calling for her and she worked tirelessly to give the best care to her residents. She loved too many things to list, but here are a few: above all, her family, who she would do anything for, and they would do anything for her. Her husband Kevin, partner in adventure for the last 25 years of her life. All animals, especially the cats that shared her house; she also had a special fondness for giraffes. Travel was a strong interest and she was always up for a road trip, especially to the mountains or the ocean. She was a tireless supporter of her kids in school as they participated in marching band, music and athletics and didn’t miss one of their events; she also traveled to see her grandkids’ marching band shows. Donna learned many authentic Italian recipes from her paternal grandmother and prepared them often. She and Kevin enjoyed trying new restaurants and returning to their favorites. She was a diehard Indianapolis Colts and Pacers fan and after her move to Kansas also cheered for the KSU Wildcats and the Kansas City Chiefs and never missed watching the Indy 500. Camping and spending time outdoors were important to her. She loved listening to classic rock music and attending concerts, and played the clarinet and piano.

She was preceded in death by her dad Anthony, her mom Barbara Jean. and older sister Connie Ann who died in infancy.

Donna is survived by her brother Rick Davitto, husband Kevin, brother-in-law Derek Macy, her sons, Eric Coleman and wife Trish, Brian Coleman and wife Missy, and Jeremy Coleman and wife Aimee; and grandchildren Ben Coleman and wife Jennifer Fornshell Coleman, Bailey Coleman and wife Jackie, Brendan Coleman, Kylie Coleman, Riley Coleman, Chloe Reecer, Nova Jones, Thomas Jones, and Darian Jones. Her great-grandchildren, Charlie Coleman, Lillian Nixon, Kheighlen McCallister, Maliyah McCallister, Juniper McCallister and Oaklynn Benn. And of course, she and Kevin’s cat-kids Dude, Katniss, Tink, Bogie and Bacall.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, May 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. A Celebration of Donna’s Life will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 20th, at Ellis Park, Shelter # 2, 600 E. Main Street, Danville, Indiana, with Chris Wynn officiating.

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 </figure>Donna Kay Davitto Macy, age 71, of Leonardville, Kansas passed into a better world April 24, 2023, with her loving family gathered around her.Donna Kay Davitto was born January 6th, 1952 in Clinton, Indiana to Anthony and Barbara Jean Davitto. Her early childhood was spent in Clinton, and in the late 1950s the family moved to Idaho Falls, Idaho. In 1963 they come back to Indiana, settling in Danville, near Indianapolis. She graduated from Danville High School and in 1970 married Thomas Coleman. They had three sons, Eric, Brian and Jeremy. The family lived in Indiana then California, where Donna received an associate’s degree in biochemistry. Returning to Indiana, she worked in the commissary at Grissom Air Force Base, working her way up from checking to the accounting department. When Grissom was closed, she was offered the opportunity to continue her education and seized the chance to pursue her lifelong dream of becoming a nurse, managing to work a full-time job and be a supermom while earning a bachelor’s degree in nursing.Donna and Tom divorced in 1998. Late the same year she moved to Kansas to be with Kevin Macy and they married on October 23rd, 1999. She worked as a geriatric nurse at long-term care facilities until her retirement in 2011.Donna was a warm, caring, intelligent and loving woman who wore her heart on her sleeve. Her profession was a calling for her and she worked tirelessly to give the best care to her residents. She loved too many things to list, but here are a few: above all, her family, who she would do anything for, and they would do anything for her. Her husband Kevin, partner in adventure for the last 25 years of her life. All animals, especially the cats that shared her house; she also had a special fondness for giraffes. Travel was a strong interest and she was always up for a road trip, especially to the mountains or the ocean. She was a tireless supporter of her kids in school as they participated in marching band, music and athletics and didn’t miss one of their events; she also traveled to see her grandkids’ marching band shows. Donna learned many authentic Italian recipes from her paternal grandmother and prepared them often. She and Kevin enjoyed trying new restaurants and returning to their favorites. She was a diehard Indianapolis Colts and Pacers fan and after her move to Kansas also cheered for the KSU Wildcats and the Kansas City Chiefs and never missed watching the Indy 500. Camping and spending time outdoors were important to her. She loved listening to classic rock music and attending concerts, and played the clarinet and piano.She was preceded in death by her dad Anthony, her mom Barbara Jean. and older sister Connie Ann who died in infancy.Donna is survived by her brother Rick Davitto, husband Kevin, brother-in-law Derek Macy, her sons, Eric Coleman and wife Trish, Brian Coleman and wife Missy, and Jeremy Coleman and wife Aimee; and grandchildren Ben Coleman and wife Jennifer Fornshell Coleman, Bailey Coleman and wife Jackie, Brendan Coleman, Kylie Coleman, Riley Coleman, Chloe Reecer, Nova Jones, Thomas Jones, and Darian Jones. Her great-grandchildren, Charlie Coleman, Lillian Nixon, Kheighlen McCallister, Maliyah McCallister, Juniper McCallister and Oaklynn Benn. And of course, she and Kevin’s cat-kids Dude, Katniss, Tink, Bogie and Bacall.The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 6:00 P.M. Thursday, May 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan. A Celebration of Donna’s Life will be held at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, May 20th, at Ellis Park, Shelter # 2, 600 E. Main Street, Danville, Indiana, with Chris Wynn officiating.

Donna Kay Davitto Macy

Carolyn Marie Bailey, age 84 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.

She was born on October 8, 1938 in Salina, the daughter of Willard Carl and Opal Fern (Miller) Burkman.&nbsp; She graduated from Randolph High School.

On June 3, 1956, she married Orland L. Rosell.&nbsp; They had four children and later divorced.&nbsp; She married Russell E. Bailey on September 10, 1982.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2008.

Carolyn worked as the food service supervisor at Kansas State University Student Union, was a produce manager for Dyers IGA and worked in food service at Wamego High School.&nbsp; She was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and Riley County Senior Center.&nbsp; Carolyn was helpful by nature and enjoyed cake decorating, bowling, square dancing, fishing, camping, boating and playing Bunco.&nbsp; She was a fan of the Green Bay Packers and K-State Women’s basketball.

She is survived by two sons, Orland L. Rosell, Jr. and wife Pam of Great F alls, Montana and Edward L. Rosell and wife Karla of Wamego; two daughters, Debra Engler of Topeka and Amy Reifsteck and husband Bill of Powell, Ohio; three step sons, Justin Bailey and wife Jolene of Pennsylvania, Troy Bailey and wife Kim of Manhattan and Travis Bailey and wife Lori of Pennsylvania; one brother, Jim Burkman and wife Linda of Tennessee; one sister, Bonnie Hanson of Salina; one brother-in-law, Jim Burgman of Salem, Missouri; one sister-in-law, Verna Burkman of Salem, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her husband, Russell Bailey, she was preceded in death by parents; one brother, Bill Burkman; one sister, Diana Bergman, and one brother-in-law, Ken Hanson.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until service time on Tuesday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery.

Memorials have been established for the Manhattan Church of Christ and American Cancer Society.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Carolyn Marie Bailey, age 84 of Manhattan, passed away Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.She was born on October 8, 1938 in Salina, the daughter of Willard Carl and Opal Fern (Miller) Burkman.&nbsp; She graduated from Randolph High School.On June 3, 1956, she married Orland L. Rosell.&nbsp; They had four children and later divorced.&nbsp; She married Russell E. Bailey on September 10, 1982.&nbsp; He preceded her in death in 2008.Carolyn worked as the food service supervisor at Kansas State University Student Union, was a produce manager for Dyers IGA and worked in food service at Wamego High School.&nbsp; She was a member of the Manhattan Church of Christ and Riley County Senior Center.&nbsp; Carolyn was helpful by nature and enjoyed cake decorating, bowling, square dancing, fishing, camping, boating and playing Bunco.&nbsp; She was a fan of the Green Bay Packers and K-State Women’s basketball.She is survived by two sons, Orland L. Rosell, Jr. and wife Pam of Great F alls, Montana and Edward L. Rosell and wife Karla of Wamego; two daughters, Debra Engler of Topeka and Amy Reifsteck and husband Bill of Powell, Ohio; three step sons, Justin Bailey and wife Jolene of Pennsylvania, Troy Bailey and wife Kim of Manhattan and Travis Bailey and wife Lori of Pennsylvania; one brother, Jim Burkman and wife Linda of Tennessee; one sister, Bonnie Hanson of Salina; one brother-in-law, Jim Burgman of Salem, Missouri; one sister-in-law, Verna Burkman of Salem, Missouri; sixteen grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.In addition to her husband, Russell Bailey, she was preceded in death by parents; one brother, Bill Burkman; one sister, Diana Bergman, and one brother-in-law, Ken Hanson.Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson officiating.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 1:30 p.m. until service time on Tuesday.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery.Memorials have been established for the Manhattan Church of Christ and American Cancer Society.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Carolyn Marie Bailey

Judy R. (Clark) Loberg, 82, passed away May 4, 2023, with her family by her side.

She was born January 1, 1941, in Manhattan, KS to Harvey and Glady Clark. She married the love of her life Donald (Don) Loberg August 25, 1957. Her dream was to get married and raise children. She accomplished this and so much more. Together they raised four children. Family meant everything to her. As her children grew and married, she welcomed new members to the family and proudly took on the role of Grandma.

She often times babysat her grandchildren while her children pursued their careers. Cooking, baking and sewing for her family were important to her. She always found reasons to have the entire family over even when the entire family outgrew her home. She still found ways to find a seat for everyone and ensure everyone felt welcomed and loved. On holidays she would gather the Grandkids for baking and candy making. She loved the laughter and noise the large family gatherings brought.

After her husband passed, she relocated to Birchwood Villas and found a new family of friends there. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh.

She was preceded in death by her husband Don, her daughter Debbie Haffener, great-granddaughter Emma Jean Grutzmacher, and son in law, Steve Willard.

She is survived by her children Mark (Lisa) Loberg, Kim (Tim) Stielow, and Alan (Gloria) Loberg; her sister Carita Otts; eleven grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren; additional family members including Ann (Lindsey) Brewer, Jenny (Andy) Nittler, sister-in-law Arlene Creviston and Travis Matteson and her many other family members and friends.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 5:30 Sunday May 14, 2023 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Memorial Services will be held at 10:00a.m. Monday May 15, 2023 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Inurnment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.

Memorial contributions in memory of Judy are suggested to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House Inc. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Judy R. (Clark) Loberg, 82, passed away May 4, 2023, with her family by her side.She was born January 1, 1941, in Manhattan, KS to Harvey and Glady Clark. She married the love of her life Donald (Don) Loberg August 25, 1957. Her dream was to get married and raise children. She accomplished this and so much more. Together they raised four children. Family meant everything to her. As her children grew and married, she welcomed new members to the family and proudly took on the role of Grandma.She often times babysat her grandchildren while her children pursued their careers. Cooking, baking and sewing for her family were important to her. She always found reasons to have the entire family over even when the entire family outgrew her home. She still found ways to find a seat for everyone and ensure everyone felt welcomed and loved. On holidays she would gather the Grandkids for baking and candy making. She loved the laughter and noise the large family gatherings brought.After her husband passed, she relocated to Birchwood Villas and found a new family of friends there. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh.She was preceded in death by her husband Don, her daughter Debbie Haffener, great-granddaughter Emma Jean Grutzmacher, and son in law, Steve Willard.She is survived by her children Mark (Lisa) Loberg, Kim (Tim) Stielow, and Alan (Gloria) Loberg; her sister Carita Otts; eleven grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren; additional family members including Ann (Lindsey) Brewer, Jenny (Andy) Nittler, sister-in-law Arlene Creviston and Travis Matteson and her many other family members and friends.The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:00 until 5:30 Sunday May 14, 2023 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.Memorial Services will be held at 10:00a.m. Monday May 15, 2023 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Inurnment will follow in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley.Memorial contributions in memory of Judy are suggested to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House Inc. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Judy R. (Clark) Loberg

Verlan Claire “Pee Wee” Covalt, age 90 of Riley, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023 at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.

He was born on June 8, 1932 in Morland, Kansas, the son of William Isaac and Myrtle Viola (Swisher) Covalt.&nbsp; He was baptized in the Morland United Methodist Church.

He married Patricia Louise Clark on June 11, 1955 at the Hill City United Methodist Church.&nbsp; They were married for 67 years.

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 </figure>Verlan Claire “Pee Wee” Covalt, age 90 of Riley, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023 at Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan.He was born on June 8, 1932 in Morland, Kansas, the son of William Isaac and Myrtle Viola (Swisher) Covalt.&nbsp; He was baptized in the Morland United Methodist Church.He married Patricia Louise Clark on June 11, 1955 at the Hill City United Methodist Church.&nbsp; They were married for 67 years.Verlan was a mechanic and parts man for the Ford Dealer Lewis Motor Company for 13 years.&nbsp; He then worked for 30 years as a pipeliner for Mobil Oil Pipeline Company, retiring on May 1, 1993.&nbsp; He was a member of the Riley United Methodist Church, Masonic Lodge Texas #445, Masonic Lodge Clay Center #134 and many Square Dance Clubs around the world.Verlan and Patty travelled to all 50 states and 11 countries.&nbsp; He was a collector of anything and everything.&nbsp; He loved telling stories, fishing and decorating for the holidays.He is survived by his wife Patty of the home; his three daughters, Juanita Covalt of Dansville, Michigan, Charlene Mitoska (Jim) of Leonardville and Phyllis Konen (Tim) of Dansville, Michigan; two sisters, Wilma Bean of St. Joseph, Michigan and Delpha Melton of Ordway, Colorado; six grandchildren, Anthony Mitoska (Karen), Andrew Mitoska, Brandi Pennell (Wes), Travis Konen (Kimberly), Alex Mitoska (Micayla) and Alyssa Mitoska; nine great grandchildren, Rileigh Mitoska, Trevor Lindley, Amelia Mitoska, Parker Cahill, Trinity Pennell, Izzabelle Pennell, Payton Mitoska, Mason Mitoska and Leighton Mitoska, and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and seven siblings, Ruth Doubleday, Pauline Morgan, Roy Covalt, Wehrle Covalt, Esther Stevenson, Charles Covalt and Betty Lou Covalt.A memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 8, 2023 at the Riley United Methodist Church with Pastors Bruce and Sandy Ferguson officiating.&nbsp; Inurnment will be in the Hill City Cemetery at a later date.A memorial has been established for the Riley United Methodist Church.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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