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.

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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 </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.

Verlan Claire 'Pee Wee' Covalt

Carolyn&nbsp;L. Moore, age 74,&nbsp;formerly&nbsp;of Barnes, Kansas,&nbsp;passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska,&nbsp;with her family by her side.&nbsp;

Carolyn was born February 13, 1949, in Marysville, to Walter N. and Neva J. (Wohler) Moore.&nbsp; She attended Barnes High School until her senior year, then&nbsp;graduated from Hanover High School.&nbsp; She went on to earn a degree in accounting from Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; She then worked forty-two years as an accountant for Kansas State University.&nbsp;

Carolyn was a member of the Barnes United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Friendship Circle.&nbsp; She served on the Barnes City Council, the Barnes High School Alumni Reunion Committee, and was a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary.&nbsp;

Carolyn always had an amazing and beautiful flower garden.&nbsp; In her younger days, she enjoyed doing needle work and macramé.&nbsp; Since retirement she enjoyed cryptograms, jigsaw puzzles and collecting antiques.&nbsp; Carolyn was a cat person all of her life and always had one or more cats in her home.&nbsp; Once she retired and no longer had a long daily commute, she also adopted the puppy that she had always wanted.&nbsp;

Survivors include her two sisters: June Nelson of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Donna (Bob) McDonough of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, two nieces: Amanda Walker of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Molly McDonough of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a nephew Jorgan Krug of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and a great-niece Aubry.&nbsp;

Funeral services are planned for 1:00 pm, Monday, May 1, 2023, at the Barnes United Methodist Church with Pastor Debbie Senters officiating.&nbsp; Pastor Sandra Jellison-Knock will give a Eulogy.&nbsp; Congregational Hymns will include “Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden”, the musician will be Kim Oatney.&nbsp;&nbsp;Casket Bearers are Daryl Moore, Brian Walker, Nik Sedivey, Brian Turk, Seth Wurtz and Gene Huse.

Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Memorials are suggested to either:&nbsp; AseraCare Hospice or Hearts United for Animals, and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Carolyn&nbsp;L. Moore, age 74,&nbsp;formerly&nbsp;of Barnes, Kansas,&nbsp;passed away Tuesday, April 25, 2023 at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska,&nbsp;with her family by her side.&nbsp;Carolyn was born February 13, 1949, in Marysville, to Walter N. and Neva J. (Wohler) Moore.&nbsp; She attended Barnes High School until her senior year, then&nbsp;graduated from Hanover High School.&nbsp; She went on to earn a degree in accounting from Brown Mackie College in Salina.&nbsp; She then worked forty-two years as an accountant for Kansas State University.&nbsp;Carolyn was a member of the Barnes United Methodist Church, where she was a member of the Friendship Circle.&nbsp; She served on the Barnes City Council, the Barnes High School Alumni Reunion Committee, and was a member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary.&nbsp;Carolyn always had an amazing and beautiful flower garden.&nbsp; In her younger days, she enjoyed doing needle work and macramé.&nbsp; Since retirement she enjoyed cryptograms, jigsaw puzzles and collecting antiques.&nbsp; Carolyn was a cat person all of her life and always had one or more cats in her home.&nbsp; Once she retired and no longer had a long daily commute, she also adopted the puppy that she had always wanted.&nbsp;Survivors include her two sisters: June Nelson of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Donna (Bob) McDonough of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, two nieces: Amanda Walker of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Molly McDonough of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a nephew Jorgan Krug of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and a great-niece Aubry.&nbsp;Funeral services are planned for 1:00 pm, Monday, May 1, 2023, at the Barnes United Methodist Church with Pastor Debbie Senters officiating.&nbsp; Pastor Sandra Jellison-Knock will give a Eulogy.&nbsp; Congregational Hymns will include “Amazing Grace” and “In The Garden”, the musician will be Kim Oatney.&nbsp;&nbsp;Casket Bearers are Daryl Moore, Brian Walker, Nik Sedivey, Brian Turk, Seth Wurtz and Gene Huse.Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to either:&nbsp; AseraCare Hospice or Hearts United for Animals, and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.&nbsp;

Carolyn L. Moore

Dreeanna Christie Hood was born on December 29, 1934 in St. Joseph, Missouri and passed to her heavenly home on May 4, 2023. She was 88 years old.

Dree was the firstborn to E.A. “Red” and Mildred Christie. She was a quiet, only child until almost 10 years later when she became a big sister, and a devoted, second Mom to her brother, Steve. The Christies lived in Missouri, Iowa and Tennessee where her “Daddy" worked for the Quaker Oats Company.

Dreeanna met the love of her life, Ed Hood, at the First Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They were married there after she finished her nursing degree at the Georgia Baptist School of Nursing (Class of 1956).

Once married, Ed was commissioned as a career officer in the United State Army, while Dree totally devoted herself to raising her children and nursing (night shift). Dree had four children: Kevin, Kelley, Christie and Scott. Ed and Dree raised their family traveling to Ed's next military assignment where Dree found hospital night shifts to work. By 1976, they had lived in Oklahoma, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky, Georgia, Washington D.C., Thailand, Texas and finally Manhattan, Kansas. After 20 years of service, Ed retired from the military at Fort Riley and moved out to the country. Ed and Dree were married 62 years.

Dreeanna retired from Kansas State University's Lafene Health center as Clinical Director. She was an avid K-state sports fan. In their retirement, Ed and Dree were proud season ticket holders for the K-State women’s basketball team. Until her death, Dreeanna supported Ed’s love of horses, using their home outside Westmoreland to host whoever came in town to see Ed and his horses.

She is survived by her 4 children and brother, Steve, 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers Dree, the family would appreciate donations to Wounded Warriors Project or Bramlage House at Meadowlark. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>Dreeanna Christie Hood was born on December 29, 1934 in St. Joseph, Missouri and passed to her heavenly home on May 4, 2023. She was 88 years old.Dree was the firstborn to E.A. “Red” and Mildred Christie. She was a quiet, only child until almost 10 years later when she became a big sister, and a devoted, second Mom to her brother, Steve. The Christies lived in Missouri, Iowa and Tennessee where her “Daddy" worked for the Quaker Oats Company.Dreeanna met the love of her life, Ed Hood, at the First Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee. They were married there after she finished her nursing degree at the Georgia Baptist School of Nursing (Class of 1956).Once married, Ed was commissioned as a career officer in the United State Army, while Dree totally devoted herself to raising her children and nursing (night shift). Dree had four children: Kevin, Kelley, Christie and Scott. Ed and Dree raised their family traveling to Ed's next military assignment where Dree found hospital night shifts to work. By 1976, they had lived in Oklahoma, Alaska, Indiana, Kentucky, Georgia, Washington D.C., Thailand, Texas and finally Manhattan, Kansas. After 20 years of service, Ed retired from the military at Fort Riley and moved out to the country. Ed and Dree were married 62 years.Dreeanna retired from Kansas State University's Lafene Health center as Clinical Director. She was an avid K-state sports fan. In their retirement, Ed and Dree were proud season ticket holders for the K-State women’s basketball team. Until her death, Dreeanna supported Ed’s love of horses, using their home outside Westmoreland to host whoever came in town to see Ed and his horses.She is survived by her 4 children and brother, Steve, 15 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren.Funeral services will be private.In lieu of flowers Dree, the family would appreciate donations to Wounded Warriors Project or Bramlage House at Meadowlark. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Dreeanna Christie Hood

David Umscheid, 58, died Friday after an extraordinary cancer battle. Dave received over 200 rounds of chemotherapy at KU Medical Center under the care of Dr. Raed Al-Rajabi. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, mental toughness, and unconditional love.

David was born to Julius and Marie Umscheid in 1964. He was the youngest of three and loved his siblings, Dan and Ruth Ann, dearly. Dave attended Flush Grade School and later graduated from Westmoreland High School and Emporia State University.

In 1988 Dave became a father to his first son, Joseph Sebastian Umscheid. Joseph now lives in Leavenworth, Kansas with a wife and three kids of his own. Joe loved his father with his whole heart and has treasured memories of his dad attending all those soccer games! He uses what his dad taught him as he continues raising his own children. Joe’s twins will turn 14 on the day of Dave’s funeral.

In 2005, Dave married Lindsey and together they have two sons, William (16) and Luke (14). Dave was a loving father who was always present in the lives of his children. He was so proud of William’s focus on schoolwork and loved watching and talking baseball with him. And nobody could make Dave laugh like Luke could. Luke brought Dave so much joy- especially during the hardest months. Dave will be deeply missed by these boys- they couldn’t have loved him more.

On December 17th, 2022, Dave and I celebrated 17 years of marriage. It was a wonderful 17 years; our home filled with so much love. Father Don Zimmerman married us on that cold December day, and he will be the one to lay Dave to rest at the Mass of Christian Burial on May 12th.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 10:00a.m. until 10:30a.m. Friday May 12, 2023 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Flush. The Rosary will be recited at 10:30a.m. and Mass of the Christian Burial will be at 11:00a.m. on Friday May 12 at the church. Interment will be at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the David Umscheid Memorial Fund (to be used for his boys’ college fund). Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>David Umscheid, 58, died Friday after an extraordinary cancer battle. Dave received over 200 rounds of chemotherapy at KU Medical Center under the care of Dr. Raed Al-Rajabi. He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, mental toughness, and unconditional love.David was born to Julius and Marie Umscheid in 1964. He was the youngest of three and loved his siblings, Dan and Ruth Ann, dearly. Dave attended Flush Grade School and later graduated from Westmoreland High School and Emporia State University.In 1988 Dave became a father to his first son, Joseph Sebastian Umscheid. Joseph now lives in Leavenworth, Kansas with a wife and three kids of his own. Joe loved his father with his whole heart and has treasured memories of his dad attending all those soccer games! He uses what his dad taught him as he continues raising his own children. Joe’s twins will turn 14 on the day of Dave’s funeral.In 2005, Dave married Lindsey and together they have two sons, William (16) and Luke (14). Dave was a loving father who was always present in the lives of his children. He was so proud of William’s focus on schoolwork and loved watching and talking baseball with him. And nobody could make Dave laugh like Luke could. Luke brought Dave so much joy- especially during the hardest months. Dave will be deeply missed by these boys- they couldn’t have loved him more.On December 17th, 2022, Dave and I celebrated 17 years of marriage. It was a wonderful 17 years; our home filled with so much love. Father Don Zimmerman married us on that cold December day, and he will be the one to lay Dave to rest at the Mass of Christian Burial on May 12th.The family will greet friends during a visitation from 10:00a.m. until 10:30a.m. Friday May 12, 2023 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Flush. The Rosary will be recited at 10:30a.m. and Mass of the Christian Burial will be at 11:00a.m. on Friday May 12 at the church. Interment will be at the St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.Memorial contributions are suggested to the David Umscheid Memorial Fund (to be used for his boys’ college fund). Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

David T. Umscheid

Evelyn Faye Zeckser, 103, of Alma, Kansas, died peacefully on May 1, 2023, at McCrite Plaza. &nbsp;She was a life-long resident of Alma.

Evelyn was born January 13, 1920, in rural Alma, Kansas, the oldest daughter of John Henry and Ida Helen Heder Meyer. &nbsp;She married Elmer Zeckser on March 22, 1939, at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on July 15, 2001.

She went to grade school in Alma, then, at 14 years old, worked for different families by cleaning houses and taking care of mothers with new babies. &nbsp;For this, she made $2 a week plus room and board. She was a housewife and a farm wife during most of the years their daughters were growing up. &nbsp;They had a large garden and she canned and froze anything and everything, sewed all their clothes, did embroidery and other handwork. &nbsp;Elmer and Evelyn raised cattle, hogs, chickens and registered quarter horses. &nbsp;Evelyn later worked for the Harvey House Café, the Rexall Drugstore for Francis Newton, and then for Milton Rubottom. &nbsp;Later, she babysat and worked in the laundry department at the Alma Manor.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church her entire life, was secretary of the Walther League, belonged to the Friendship Circle, was a 4-H leader and a member of EHU, a home economics group. &nbsp;Some of Elmer and Evelyn’s most fun times were when they belonged to a local dance group in Alma back in the 1960’s.

Evelyn loved flowers and had a large flower garden that she was well-known for. &nbsp;In later years, she joined the group of hand quilters at the Wabaunsee County Museum and enjoyed the Thursday morning coffee group. &nbsp;Evelyn enjoyed doing the laundry (Monday was always laundry day), loved to read, and still did all her own cooking and, except for the last year, her own cleaning, but she especially liked to make cookies and other desserts because she wanted to have something on hand for coffee when she had company.

Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Thomas of Topeka; son-in-law, Adolph “Sam” Moege of Alma; six grandchildren: &nbsp;Terry Moege (Debbie), Valley Center, KS; Cheryl Markle (Fletcher), Arvada, CO; Shelly Bush (Daryl), Oklahoma City, OK; Kevin Thomas (Diane), Smithville, MO; Kurt Thomas (Karena), Topeka, KS; and Kris Thomas (Heather), Topeka, KS; 14 great-grandchildren; &nbsp;Matthew, Reagan, Will, Bridget, Sydney, Delanie, Braden, Nathan, Samantha, Lacee, Jerod, Savannah, Kristopher and JaCory; one great great grandson: &nbsp;Myles Reid Moege; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Elmer Zeckser; her daughter, Carole Moege; a sister, Naomi Stuewe; and a brother, Melvin Meyer.

Evelyn will lie-in-state on Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church Memorial Hall in Alma. &nbsp;A visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., with the family, prior to the service. &nbsp;The funeral service will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma with Rev. Robert Grimm officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery. &nbsp;

Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the Alma Library and sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547. &nbsp;Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

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 </figure>Evelyn Faye Zeckser, 103, of Alma, Kansas, died peacefully on May 1, 2023, at McCrite Plaza. &nbsp;She was a life-long resident of Alma.Evelyn was born January 13, 1920, in rural Alma, Kansas, the oldest daughter of John Henry and Ida Helen Heder Meyer. &nbsp;She married Elmer Zeckser on March 22, 1939, at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. &nbsp;He preceded her in death on July 15, 2001.She went to grade school in Alma, then, at 14 years old, worked for different families by cleaning houses and taking care of mothers with new babies. &nbsp;For this, she made $2 a week plus room and board. She was a housewife and a farm wife during most of the years their daughters were growing up. &nbsp;They had a large garden and she canned and froze anything and everything, sewed all their clothes, did embroidery and other handwork. &nbsp;Elmer and Evelyn raised cattle, hogs, chickens and registered quarter horses. &nbsp;Evelyn later worked for the Harvey House Café, the Rexall Drugstore for Francis Newton, and then for Milton Rubottom. &nbsp;Later, she babysat and worked in the laundry department at the Alma Manor.&nbsp; &nbsp; She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church her entire life, was secretary of the Walther League, belonged to the Friendship Circle, was a 4-H leader and a member of EHU, a home economics group. &nbsp;Some of Elmer and Evelyn’s most fun times were when they belonged to a local dance group in Alma back in the 1960’s.Evelyn loved flowers and had a large flower garden that she was well-known for. &nbsp;In later years, she joined the group of hand quilters at the Wabaunsee County Museum and enjoyed the Thursday morning coffee group. &nbsp;Evelyn enjoyed doing the laundry (Monday was always laundry day), loved to read, and still did all her own cooking and, except for the last year, her own cleaning, but she especially liked to make cookies and other desserts because she wanted to have something on hand for coffee when she had company.Evelyn is survived by her daughter, Marilyn Thomas of Topeka; son-in-law, Adolph “Sam” Moege of Alma; six grandchildren: &nbsp;Terry Moege (Debbie), Valley Center, KS; Cheryl Markle (Fletcher), Arvada, CO; Shelly Bush (Daryl), Oklahoma City, OK; Kevin Thomas (Diane), Smithville, MO; Kurt Thomas (Karena), Topeka, KS; and Kris Thomas (Heather), Topeka, KS; 14 great-grandchildren; &nbsp;Matthew, Reagan, Will, Bridget, Sydney, Delanie, Braden, Nathan, Samantha, Lacee, Jerod, Savannah, Kristopher and JaCory; one great great grandson: &nbsp;Myles Reid Moege; and many nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Elmer Zeckser; her daughter, Carole Moege; a sister, Naomi Stuewe; and a brother, Melvin Meyer.Evelyn will lie-in-state on Friday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church Memorial Hall in Alma. &nbsp;A visitation will be Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., with the family, prior to the service. &nbsp;The funeral service will be held Saturday at 11:00 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma with Rev. Robert Grimm officiating. &nbsp;Burial will follow in St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery. &nbsp;Memorial contributions may be made to St. John Lutheran Church or the Alma Library and sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547. &nbsp;Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

Evelyn Faye Zeckser

Norma Mae Rosenow died on May 4, 2023, age 99, at the Lakeview Care Center in Lenexa, Kansas of complications from the Coronavirus.&nbsp;Norma was born on October 5, 1923, to James Hugo and Anna May Dawson of Russellville, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma grew up on a farm surrounded by many family members, friends, and animals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;After graduating from Eugene High School in 1941 Norma worked as a seamstress at a combat pants factory in Jefferson City, Missouri to support the WWII effort. On May 2, 1943, Norma married Lieutenant Richard V. Rosenow in Columbus, Georgia where Richard was stationed with the U.S. Army. During the next several years Norma and Richard lived in San Luis Obispo, California, Austin, Texas, and North Carolina. When Richard was sent by the U. S. Army to The Allied Stage of WWII in Europe, and to Japan in 1945, Norma returned to the family farm in Russellville.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1946 Norma moved to Manhattan, Kansas where Richard earned a BS degree in agriculture from Kansas State University.&nbsp;In 1948 they moved to Council Grove, Kansas where Richard worked for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service. In 1950 they were relocated to Alma, Kansas where Norma lived until 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma served as the Alma Brownie Troupe leader in 1950-51.&nbsp;She was a member of Chapter No. 270 Order of the Eastern Star of Alma, later the Beulah Chapter No. 34 Order of the Eastern Star of Topeka, the American Legion Post No. 32 of Alma, and the Alma United Methodist Church.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma was preceded in death by her parents, a brother James S. Dawson, a sister Aulma Alberts, and her husband Richard on May 31, 2004.

&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma is survived by a son Mitchell Paul (Ronette) of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; a daughter Tanya Lee Litke (Herbert) of Overland Park, Kansas;&nbsp;&nbsp;grandson Francis “Frank” Vernon Rosenow (Trina) of New Richmond, Ohio; great-grandson Derek Layne Rosenow of Fairfield, Ohio; great-granddaughters Elizabeth Nicole Rosenow, New Richmond, Ohio and Sarah Lynn Lewis (Chad) of Felicity, Ohio; great-great grandsons Tobias Grey Lewis and Saul Matthew Lewis, Felicity, Ohio;&nbsp;&nbsp;and great-great-granddaughter Emilee Reign Rosenow, Cincinnati, Ohio.&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial contributions are requested to the Alma United Methodist Church and sent in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life for Norma in Alma, Kansas will be announced at a later date.

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 </figure>Norma Mae Rosenow died on May 4, 2023, age 99, at the Lakeview Care Center in Lenexa, Kansas of complications from the Coronavirus.&nbsp;Norma was born on October 5, 1923, to James Hugo and Anna May Dawson of Russellville, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;Norma grew up on a farm surrounded by many family members, friends, and animals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;After graduating from Eugene High School in 1941 Norma worked as a seamstress at a combat pants factory in Jefferson City, Missouri to support the WWII effort. On May 2, 1943, Norma married Lieutenant Richard V. Rosenow in Columbus, Georgia where Richard was stationed with the U.S. Army. During the next several years Norma and Richard lived in San Luis Obispo, California, Austin, Texas, and North Carolina. When Richard was sent by the U. S. Army to The Allied Stage of WWII in Europe, and to Japan in 1945, Norma returned to the family farm in Russellville.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;In 1946 Norma moved to Manhattan, Kansas where Richard earned a BS degree in agriculture from Kansas State University.&nbsp;In 1948 they moved to Council Grove, Kansas where Richard worked for the U.S. Soil Conservation Service. In 1950 they were relocated to Alma, Kansas where Norma lived until 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma served as the Alma Brownie Troupe leader in 1950-51.&nbsp;She was a member of Chapter No. 270 Order of the Eastern Star of Alma, later the Beulah Chapter No. 34 Order of the Eastern Star of Topeka, the American Legion Post No. 32 of Alma, and the Alma United Methodist Church.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma was preceded in death by her parents, a brother James S. Dawson, a sister Aulma Alberts, and her husband Richard on May 31, 2004.&nbsp; &nbsp;Norma is survived by a son Mitchell Paul (Ronette) of Lee’s Summit, Missouri; a daughter Tanya Lee Litke (Herbert) of Overland Park, Kansas;&nbsp;&nbsp;grandson Francis “Frank” Vernon Rosenow (Trina) of New Richmond, Ohio; great-grandson Derek Layne Rosenow of Fairfield, Ohio; great-granddaughters Elizabeth Nicole Rosenow, New Richmond, Ohio and Sarah Lynn Lewis (Chad) of Felicity, Ohio; great-great grandsons Tobias Grey Lewis and Saul Matthew Lewis, Felicity, Ohio;&nbsp;&nbsp;and great-great-granddaughter Emilee Reign Rosenow, Cincinnati, Ohio.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorial contributions are requested to the Alma United Methodist Church and sent in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, Wamego, KS 66547.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;A Celebration of Life for Norma in Alma, Kansas will be announced at a later date.

Norma Mae Rosenow

Michael Leroy Swaim, Sr, 79, of Morganville, KS died Tuesday, April 25th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, in Manhattan. &nbsp;He worked with the Clay Center Housing Authority in the maintenance and repair department.

Michael was born in Junction City, on November 22, 1943, the son of the late Lillian Loraine (Anderson) and Clyde O. Swaim. &nbsp;He was joined in marriage to Betty Jean Knox on June 10, 1963 in Salina. &nbsp;He graduated from high school in Herlong, Nevada, and was a veteran, serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War.

Michael is &nbsp;survived by three sons Michael L. (Christine) Swaim, of Clay Center, KS; &nbsp;Lenny (Melissa) Swaim of McPherson; Dennis Swaim of Washington, Kansas. &nbsp;Also surviving are two brothers, Clyde Swaim, of Henderson, NV; &nbsp;Dennis R. Swaim, of Salina; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Michael is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Betty, and his second wife, Margaret Long Swaim.

A private family inurnment will be at a later date, the family suggests memorials to the Meadowlark Hospice, 709 Liberty, Clay Center, Kansas.

Michael Leroy Swaim, Sr, 79, of Morganville, KS died Tuesday, April 25th, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, in Manhattan. &nbsp;He worked with the Clay Center Housing Authority in the maintenance and repair department.Michael was born in Junction City, on November 22, 1943, the son of the late Lillian Loraine (Anderson) and Clyde O. Swaim. &nbsp;He was joined in marriage to Betty Jean Knox on June 10, 1963 in Salina. &nbsp;He graduated from high school in Herlong, Nevada, and was a veteran, serving in the US Army during the Vietnam War.Michael is &nbsp;survived by three sons Michael L. (Christine) Swaim, of Clay Center, KS; &nbsp;Lenny (Melissa) Swaim of McPherson; Dennis Swaim of Washington, Kansas. &nbsp;Also surviving are two brothers, Clyde Swaim, of Henderson, NV; &nbsp;Dennis R. Swaim, of Salina; eight grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Michael is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Betty, and his second wife, Margaret Long Swaim.A private family inurnment will be at a later date, the family suggests memorials to the Meadowlark Hospice, 709 Liberty, Clay Center, Kansas.

Michael Leroy Swaim

John R. Mundy, 75, passed away March 12, 2023. John was born November 23, 1947, in Long Beach, California and lived in California until his business career took him to Las Vegas, Nevada. When ill health caused a career change, John attended the University of Las Vegas where he earned his PhD and became a professor. John moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 2006 when he accepted a position teaching at the University of North Florida and St. Johns River State College. He enjoyed working with his great colleagues and teaching his students at both institutions.&nbsp;

John is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Linda: daughters Gina (Steve) Snyder, Jennifer (Adam) Silva, and son Eric (Kara) Mischler. John was a beloved Campo to his grandchildren Kassidy Scroggs, Miles Silva, Madeline Silva Dunleavy, Max Silva, Ava Mischler, Lauren Mischler, Mallory Mischler, and is also survived by his brothers James and Jeffery Mundy. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter John Mundy and Ruth Atkins Mundy.

Those who knew John witnessed his constant example of grit, determination and resilience through his struggle with Type I diabetes.&nbsp; John was eternally grateful to the anonymous family of his deceased donor for his first kidney and pancreas transplant which enhanced his quality of life immeasurably. John was also grateful to the transplant department at Mayo clinic that performed his second kidney transplant.&nbsp;

A gathering of friends, family and colleagues will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home at 3600 Third Street South, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250.&nbsp;

The family requests that those who wish to honor John make a donation in his name to&nbsp;<a href="https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donatemc">https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donatemc</a>. Under “designate my gift to” please select “other” and type diabetes research. Please check “make this gift a tribute” and show the gift is in memory of John R. Mundy.&nbsp;

To send a donation by mail, send in a check to Mayo Clinic Department of Development, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905.&nbsp; In the memo line of the check or on a separate note please show that the gift is in memory of John R. Mundy for diabetes research. Any gift is appreciated for this important research.&nbsp;

John R. Mundy, 75, passed away March 12, 2023. John was born November 23, 1947, in Long Beach, California and lived in California until his business career took him to Las Vegas, Nevada. When ill health caused a career change, John attended the University of Las Vegas where he earned his PhD and became a professor. John moved to Jacksonville, Florida in 2006 when he accepted a position teaching at the University of North Florida and St. Johns River State College. He enjoyed working with his great colleagues and teaching his students at both institutions.&nbsp;John is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Linda: daughters Gina (Steve) Snyder, Jennifer (Adam) Silva, and son Eric (Kara) Mischler. John was a beloved Campo to his grandchildren Kassidy Scroggs, Miles Silva, Madeline Silva Dunleavy, Max Silva, Ava Mischler, Lauren Mischler, Mallory Mischler, and is also survived by his brothers James and Jeffery Mundy. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter John Mundy and Ruth Atkins Mundy.Those who knew John witnessed his constant example of grit, determination and resilience through his struggle with Type I diabetes.&nbsp; John was eternally grateful to the anonymous family of his deceased donor for his first kidney and pancreas transplant which enhanced his quality of life immeasurably. John was also grateful to the transplant department at Mayo clinic that performed his second kidney transplant.&nbsp;A gathering of friends, family and colleagues will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Sunday, April 30, 2023, at Quinn-Shalz Funeral Home at 3600 Third Street South, Jacksonville Beach, Florida 32250.&nbsp;The family requests that those who wish to honor John make a donation in his name to&nbsp;<a href="https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donatemc">https://philanthropy.mayoclinic.org/donatemc</a>. Under “designate my gift to” please select “other” and type diabetes research. Please check “make this gift a tribute” and show the gift is in memory of John R. Mundy.&nbsp;To send a donation by mail, send in a check to Mayo Clinic Department of Development, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905.&nbsp; In the memo line of the check or on a separate note please show that the gift is in memory of John R. Mundy for diabetes research. Any gift is appreciated for this important research.&nbsp;

John Richards Mundy

Tuesday, December 4th, 1951-Wednesday, April 26th, 2023

An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

Tuesday, December 4th, 1951-Wednesday, April 26th, 2023An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

Timothy Snyder

An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions.

Click <a href="https://www.johnsonjc.com/Obituary/263288/Earlene-Brooks/Junction%20City-KS">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>1946 - 2023An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions.Click <a href="https://www.johnsonjc.com/Obituary/263288/Earlene-Brooks/Junction%20City-KS">HERE</a> for service details.

Earlene Brooks

Charles “Charlie” McKinzie, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior, 
Thursday, April 20th, 2023. He was born to Charles and Violet (Turley) 
McKinzie in Welch, OK. 
Charlie was a graduate of Oklahoma State University where he (to the 
chagrin of Ruthie and his mother) rode bulls and clowned on the rodeo 
team. Soon after Charlie and Ruthie got married, Charlie was drafted 
into the US Army, serving in the Vietnam conflict.

Charlie spent most of
 his adult life managing COOP grain elevators in Mayfield, Wellington, 
and Clearwater as an employee of Farmland. During their 40 years in 
Wellington, Charlie and Ruthie built a community of friends who were 
more like family. For many years, this group met monthly to play “pitch”
 and share meals. They were all like family to the McKinzies. Charlie 
was a farmer at his core. Although he didn’t farm or ranch directly in 
his adult life, he was always attentive to the farmers and community and
 he saw beauty in the seasonal ebbs and flows. He loved to “car farm” 
and his kids remember the many quiet quips he made while driving on 
family vacations about how the corn was looking dry, or the wheat was 
sprouting too soon, or how “that field is so full of junk, they’ll be 
lucky to get 10 bushel an acre out of it!” After his retirement, Charlie
 devoted much time to his lifelong hobby of fishing (or at least 
collecting fishing gear). He also enjoyed going on cruises to Alaska, 
volunteering with his church, and in the last few years riding his 
stationary bike 55-75 miles a day. He was a devoted fan of his OSU 
Cowboys and the St. Louis Cardinals. But the farm never fully left the 
farmer and he still tended his small patch of earth with dedication and 
care. Whether it was a lawn pristinely mowed and edged, a garden, or 
even just plants and flowers in the flower beds. Charlie was an example 
of what stewardship of the earth looked like. He always believed that he
 was simply the care-taker for a time and that creation was ours only to
 steward for the next generation. His passions in retirement were 
spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren. 

Charlie 
was a member of the Rose Hill Christian Church and enjoyed serving 
actively with his amazing family of faith. He will be remembered for his
 generous and kind spirit, his devotion to his family, and his 
unshakable faith. Charlie could be summed up in three simple words: 
family, faith, and farming. 
He was preceded in death by his father Charles Sylvester McKinzie; 
mother Violet McKinzie; brothers Jimmy McKinzie and Earnest McKinzie; 
and sister Agnes Lloyd. 
Charlie is survived by his wife of nearly 58 years Ruthie of Derby, KS; 
Children Su-Ella McKinzie of Manhattan, KS; Tina (Todd) Gardner of 
Derby, KS; and Charles II (Carrie) McKinzie of Winfield, KS. Also left 
to cherish his memory, are five grandchildren: Justin, Joshua, Cambria, 
Catriona, and Charles III; siblings Wanda (Jack) Nickerson of Republic, 
MO; Shirley Hall of Broken Arrow, OK; Kenneth (Gail) McKinzie of Grove, 
OK; Cindy (Terry) Harlan of Joplin, MO; sister-in-law Janna Beth 
McKinzie of Pueblo CO; and many other relatives and friends. 
Memorial Service: 1:00 pm, Friday April 28th, 2023, at Rose HIll 
Christian Church, 314 N. Rose Hill Rd. Rose Hill, KS 67133. Interment to
 follow at 3:00 pm at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at 1208 N. College 
St Winfield, KS 67156. 
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Rose Hill 
Christian Church. Condolences may be made through Smith Family 
Mortuaries.

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 </figure>Charles “Charlie” McKinzie, 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior, 
Thursday, April 20th, 2023. He was born to Charles and Violet (Turley) 
McKinzie in Welch, OK. 
Charlie was a graduate of Oklahoma State University where he (to the 
chagrin of Ruthie and his mother) rode bulls and clowned on the rodeo 
team. Soon after Charlie and Ruthie got married, Charlie was drafted 
into the US Army, serving in the Vietnam conflict. Charlie spent most of
 his adult life managing COOP grain elevators in Mayfield, Wellington, 
and Clearwater as an employee of Farmland. During their 40 years in 
Wellington, Charlie and Ruthie built a community of friends who were 
more like family. For many years, this group met monthly to play “pitch”
 and share meals. They were all like family to the McKinzies. Charlie 
was a farmer at his core. Although he didn’t farm or ranch directly in 
his adult life, he was always attentive to the farmers and community and
 he saw beauty in the seasonal ebbs and flows. He loved to “car farm” 
and his kids remember the many quiet quips he made while driving on 
family vacations about how the corn was looking dry, or the wheat was 
sprouting too soon, or how “that field is so full of junk, they’ll be 
lucky to get 10 bushel an acre out of it!” After his retirement, Charlie
 devoted much time to his lifelong hobby of fishing (or at least 
collecting fishing gear). He also enjoyed going on cruises to Alaska, 
volunteering with his church, and in the last few years riding his 
stationary bike 55-75 miles a day. He was a devoted fan of his OSU 
Cowboys and the St. Louis Cardinals. But the farm never fully left the 
farmer and he still tended his small patch of earth with dedication and 
care. Whether it was a lawn pristinely mowed and edged, a garden, or 
even just plants and flowers in the flower beds. Charlie was an example 
of what stewardship of the earth looked like. He always believed that he
 was simply the care-taker for a time and that creation was ours only to
 steward for the next generation. His passions in retirement were 
spending time with his family and spoiling his grandchildren. Charlie 
was a member of the Rose Hill Christian Church and enjoyed serving 
actively with his amazing family of faith. He will be remembered for his
 generous and kind spirit, his devotion to his family, and his 
unshakable faith. Charlie could be summed up in three simple words: 
family, faith, and farming. 
He was preceded in death by his father Charles Sylvester McKinzie; 
mother Violet McKinzie; brothers Jimmy McKinzie and Earnest McKinzie; 
and sister Agnes Lloyd. 
Charlie is survived by his wife of nearly 58 years Ruthie of Derby, KS; 
Children Su-Ella McKinzie of Manhattan, KS; Tina (Todd) Gardner of 
Derby, KS; and Charles II (Carrie) McKinzie of Winfield, KS. Also left 
to cherish his memory, are five grandchildren: Justin, Joshua, Cambria, 
Catriona, and Charles III; siblings Wanda (Jack) Nickerson of Republic, 
MO; Shirley Hall of Broken Arrow, OK; Kenneth (Gail) McKinzie of Grove, 
OK; Cindy (Terry) Harlan of Joplin, MO; sister-in-law Janna Beth 
McKinzie of Pueblo CO; and many other relatives and friends. 
Memorial Service: 1:00 pm, Friday April 28th, 2023, at Rose HIll 
Christian Church, 314 N. Rose Hill Rd. Rose Hill, KS 67133. Interment to
 follow at 3:00 pm at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery at 1208 N. College 
St Winfield, KS 67156. 
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Rose Hill 
Christian Church. Condolences may be made through Smith Family 
Mortuaries.

Charles 'Charlie' McKinzie

Catherine Rose Willard, 72, of Manhattan, Kansas, 
died Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House. &nbsp;She
 was a long-time resident of the community. Cathy was born on December 1, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, the 
daughter of Vincent J. and Catherine (Docas) Briguglio. &nbsp;She attended 
local grade school and graduated in 1968 from Notre Dame Catholic High 
School. &nbsp;Cathy worked for the FBI in Chicago. Cathy married James 
Michael Willard on January 24, 1971, in Chicago. &nbsp;After over forty-three
 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on July 19, 2014. Mike was a career Navy personnel, and he and Cathy were stationed
 in numerous places in the states and around the world. &nbsp;After their 
retirement from the military, they moved to Manhattan where she worked 
thirty-seven years for Riley County. &nbsp;First in Treasurer’s Office and 
then in the County Appraiser’s Office. &nbsp;Cathy also worked in customer 
service at the mall and was a successful Tupperware representative. Cathy
 was a member of St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center. &nbsp;She loved to 
read and was an avid writer. &nbsp;She enjoyed making Christmas stockings for
 her family and was known for her wonderful meals, especially her 
lasagna and spaghetti. Over the years Cathy had several pet dogs that 
she loved like family. Cathy is survived by her son, Michael Willard and his wife, 
Elaine, and her grandchildren, Macey Willard and Mason Willard, all of 
Manhattan. &nbsp;She is also survived by her sister, Virginia Specchio 
(Frank) and sister-in-law, Amy Briguglio, both of Des Plaines, Illinois.
 &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Leonard 
Briguglio. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 
2, 2023, at St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center in Manhattan. &nbsp;Father 
Gale Hammerschmidt will be the Celebrant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Wamego 
City Cemetery. &nbsp;Cathy will lie-in-state beginning at 3:00 pm, Monday, 
May 1, 2023, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, where the
 family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. &nbsp;They suggest 
memorial contributions to Wounded Warrior Project or Good Shepherd 
Hospice House, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home. 
&nbsp;Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

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 </figure>Catherine Rose Willard, 72, of Manhattan, Kansas, 
died Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House. &nbsp;She
 was a long-time resident of the community. Cathy was born on December 1, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, the 
daughter of Vincent J. and Catherine (Docas) Briguglio. &nbsp;She attended 
local grade school and graduated in 1968 from Notre Dame Catholic High 
School. &nbsp;Cathy worked for the FBI in Chicago. Cathy married James 
Michael Willard on January 24, 1971, in Chicago. &nbsp;After over forty-three
 years of marriage, he preceded her in death on July 19, 2014. Mike was a career Navy personnel, and he and Cathy were stationed
 in numerous places in the states and around the world. &nbsp;After their 
retirement from the military, they moved to Manhattan where she worked 
thirty-seven years for Riley County. &nbsp;First in Treasurer’s Office and 
then in the County Appraiser’s Office. &nbsp;Cathy also worked in customer 
service at the mall and was a successful Tupperware representative. Cathy
 was a member of St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center. &nbsp;She loved to 
read and was an avid writer. &nbsp;She enjoyed making Christmas stockings for
 her family and was known for her wonderful meals, especially her 
lasagna and spaghetti. Over the years Cathy had several pet dogs that 
she loved like family. Cathy is survived by her son, Michael Willard and his wife, 
Elaine, and her grandchildren, Macey Willard and Mason Willard, all of 
Manhattan. &nbsp;She is also survived by her sister, Virginia Specchio 
(Frank) and sister-in-law, Amy Briguglio, both of Des Plaines, Illinois.
 &nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Leonard 
Briguglio. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, May 
2, 2023, at St. Isidore’s Catholic Student Center in Manhattan. &nbsp;Father 
Gale Hammerschmidt will be the Celebrant. &nbsp;Burial will follow in Wamego 
City Cemetery. &nbsp;Cathy will lie-in-state beginning at 3:00 pm, Monday, 
May 1, 2023, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, where the
 family will greet friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm. &nbsp;They suggest 
memorial contributions to Wounded Warrior Project or Good Shepherd 
Hospice House, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home. 
&nbsp;Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.

Catherine Rose Willard

Dorothy Mae Moege, 86&nbsp;of Alma, Kansas, passed away April 21, 2023, at Rossville Healthcare and Rehab.

Dorothy
 was born September 2, 1936, to Dillis and Verla (Banks) Shearer in 
Council Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dorothy was married to Kenny Owen and they 
divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Dan Moege on June 21, 1971, in Council 
Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;They made their home on Dan’s family farm in Alma. She was a 
member of the First Baptist Church in Council Grove and the Spring Creek
 Community Club. Dorothy owned&nbsp;and operated&nbsp;a quilting business. She and
 Dan attended craft shows&nbsp;selling her beautiful&nbsp;quilts, tepees, quillos,
 hand towels, halos and Yo-Yo balloons. She custom quilted for several 
people&nbsp;all&nbsp;over the US, as well as several foreign countries 
including&nbsp;Germany, Canada and England. Dorothy loved&nbsp;gardening.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her 
garden included flowers&nbsp;and vegetables.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also&nbsp;canned, helping Dan 
bale hay&nbsp;all while&nbsp;being a housewife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp;

She was preceded in death by her parents,&nbsp;a&nbsp;son Ricky Owen,&nbsp;a&nbsp;grandson Nicholas and&nbsp;a&nbsp;sister Glenda Rae Shearer.&nbsp;

Dorothy
 is survived by Dan; sons, Darrin Moege and wife Karen, of Alma, and 
Dillis Owen and wife Lisa, of Wilsey; 4 grandchildren; 9 
great-grandchildren; siblings, Glen Shearer of Americus, Doris Resner 
(Robert) of Council Grove, Janis Williams (Chuck) of Topeka, Linda Price
 of Council Grove and Dale Shearer of Council Grove; and several nieces 
and nephews.&nbsp;

A
 visitation for family and friends will be held from&nbsp;6:00 – 7:30 
Thursday, April 27, at the First Baptist Church in Council 
Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be at 10:00 Friday, also at the church. 
Burial will follow at Four Mile Cemetery.&nbsp;

Memorial
 contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Deacon’s Fund and may
 be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 
66846.

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 </figure>Dorothy Mae Moege, 86&nbsp;of Alma, Kansas, passed away April 21, 2023, at Rossville Healthcare and Rehab.Dorothy
 was born September 2, 1936, to Dillis and Verla (Banks) Shearer in 
Council Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;Dorothy was married to Kenny Owen and they 
divorced.&nbsp;&nbsp;She married Dan Moege on June 21, 1971, in Council 
Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;They made their home on Dan’s family farm in Alma. She was a 
member of the First Baptist Church in Council Grove and the Spring Creek
 Community Club. Dorothy owned&nbsp;and operated&nbsp;a quilting business. She and
 Dan attended craft shows&nbsp;selling her beautiful&nbsp;quilts, tepees, quillos,
 hand towels, halos and Yo-Yo balloons. She custom quilted for several 
people&nbsp;all&nbsp;over the US, as well as several foreign countries 
including&nbsp;Germany, Canada and England. Dorothy loved&nbsp;gardening.&nbsp;&nbsp;Her 
garden included flowers&nbsp;and vegetables.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also&nbsp;canned, helping Dan 
bale hay&nbsp;all while&nbsp;being a housewife, mother and grandmother.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents,&nbsp;a&nbsp;son Ricky Owen,&nbsp;a&nbsp;grandson Nicholas and&nbsp;a&nbsp;sister Glenda Rae Shearer.&nbsp;Dorothy
 is survived by Dan; sons, Darrin Moege and wife Karen, of Alma, and 
Dillis Owen and wife Lisa, of Wilsey; 4 grandchildren; 9 
great-grandchildren; siblings, Glen Shearer of Americus, Doris Resner 
(Robert) of Council Grove, Janis Williams (Chuck) of Topeka, Linda Price
 of Council Grove and Dale Shearer of Council Grove; and several nieces 
and nephews.&nbsp;A
 visitation for family and friends will be held from&nbsp;6:00 – 7:30 
Thursday, April 27, at the First Baptist Church in Council 
Grove.&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral services will be at 10:00 Friday, also at the church. 
Burial will follow at Four Mile Cemetery.&nbsp;Memorial
 contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Deacon’s Fund and may
 be sent in care of Sawyer Funeral Home, PO Box 273, Council Grove, KS 
66846.

Dorothy Mae Moege

Charles 'Ken' Spencer

Richard E. "Coach" Towers, 92, of Manhattan, passed away on 
Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, at his home following complications from Multiple 
Myeloma. He was a retired Athletic Director and Coach.

Richard
 Ephraim Towers was born in Kansas City, KS on February 10, 1931, the 
son of the late Mabel Daisy (Stitt) and Guy McKinley Towers. He and Wann
 Harwood of Manhattan, KS were married on August 9, 1953, in Manhattan at
 Danforth Chapel. Dick was raised in Olathe, Kansas graduating from 
Olathe High School in 1949. He was a football and track standout at 
Kansas State University, receiving bachelor's and master’s degrees in 
education and administration.

Helping
 others was a driving force for Coach Towers.  He was known for his 
great storytelling, being the “activities director” for many family 
gatherings, leading the birthday song at his Vista Coffee Group, and 
cheering on his golf and fishing buddies. He was an active member of the
 First Presbyterian Church in Manhattan.

As
 an athlete his teammates voted him ”Most Inspirational Player." As a 
football coach his peers selected him Coach of the Year at the High 
School, Junior College, and NCAA Division 1 district level.

ROTC
 took him to Fort Leonard Wood, MO, after graduation from Kansas State. He 
then began his football coaching career, with stops at Leavenworth High 
School and Manhattan High School. His 1961 Manhattan High school team 
was crowned state champions, and these players continue to maintain a 
special relationship to this day.

His
 college coaching career took him from KSU to Southern Illinois 
University and finally Duke University.  Athletic administration brought
 him back to Kansas in 1977 where Dick was assistant superintendent of 
schools and athletic director in Great Bend. Following that, he returned
 to his alma mater as athletic director and was instrumental in landing 
KSU’s first bowl game bid. He finished his career at Iowa State 
University in athletic administration.

After
 retirement he and his son Rick developed Sand Creek Self Storage east 
of Manhattan. During this period Dick was able to focus on enjoying life
 with his wife Wann, enjoying many fantastic trips, family vacations, 
fishing adventures and innumerable rounds of golf.

In
 1995, Dick won the Senior Golf Championship at Indian Hills Country Club
 in Mission Hills, Kansas. It was one of his many golfing 
accomplishments along with a few holes in one.

He
 valued the wonderful relationship he had with his sisters, children and
 their spouses, grandchildren, great grandchildren, along with his 
nieces and nephews. Dick cherished his friendships with colleagues, 
classmates and former players.

Dick
 is  survived by his wife of 69 years, Wann, two daughters, Betsy 
(Larry) Shapiro, of Morristown, NJ;  Donna Hemingway, of West Branch, 
Iowa; son, Rick (Sheila)Towers, of Rossville;  two sisters, Lillian 
Partis, of Ottawa, KS; Janiece Towers, of Manhattan;  also surviving are
 seven grandchildren, Becky (Chris) Radich, Jessie Shapiro, Jon 
Hemingway, Emily (DoHun) Kim, David Towers, Austin (Mandy) Floersch and 
Emmy (Jason) Sedlacek; and nine great grandchildren. Coach Towers is 
preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Louise Hyer and LaVaun 
Miller; his brother, Charles Towers, and his son-in-law Paul Hemingway 
and grandson Loren Hemingway.

The family will receive 
friends from 10:00 am until the memorial service begins at 11:00 AM on 
Saturday, April 29th, at the First Presbyterian Church. 800 Leavenworth 
St, with Rev Jason Pittman officiating.  Following the service all are 
invited to attend a tailgate lunch party and storytelling time at the 
Presby Place located at the church. The service will be streaming live 
on YouTube @firstpresmanhattan

Memorial 
contributions may be made to the Johnson Cancer Research Center at 
Kansas State University, PO Box 9200 Manhattan, Kansas 66506. 
www.ksufoundation.org/cancer

Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation is assisting the family with arrangements.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682533149088.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Richard E. "Coach" Towers, 92, of Manhattan, passed away on 
Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, at his home following complications from Multiple 
Myeloma. He was a retired Athletic Director and Coach. Richard
 Ephraim Towers was born in Kansas City, KS on February 10, 1931, the 
son of the late Mabel Daisy (Stitt) and Guy McKinley Towers. He and Wann
 Harwood of Manhattan, KS were married on August 9, 1953, in Manhattan at
 Danforth Chapel. Dick was raised in Olathe, Kansas graduating from 
Olathe High School in 1949. He was a football and track standout at 
Kansas State University, receiving bachelor's and master’s degrees in 
education and administration.Helping
 others was a driving force for Coach Towers. He was known for his 
great storytelling, being the “activities director” for many family 
gatherings, leading the birthday song at his Vista Coffee Group, and 
cheering on his golf and fishing buddies. He was an active member of the
 First Presbyterian Church in Manhattan.As
 an athlete his teammates voted him ”Most Inspirational Player." As a 
football coach his peers selected him Coach of the Year at the High 
School, Junior College, and NCAA Division 1 district level.ROTC
 took him to Fort Leonard Wood, MO, after graduation from Kansas State. He 
then began his football coaching career, with stops at Leavenworth High 
School and Manhattan High School. His 1961 Manhattan High school team 
was crowned state champions, and these players continue to maintain a 
special relationship to this day.His
 college coaching career took him from KSU to Southern Illinois 
University and finally Duke University. Athletic administration brought
 him back to Kansas in 1977 where Dick was assistant superintendent of 
schools and athletic director in Great Bend. Following that, he returned
 to his alma mater as athletic director and was instrumental in landing 
KSU’s first bowl game bid. He finished his career at Iowa State 
University in athletic administration.After
 retirement he and his son Rick developed Sand Creek Self Storage east 
of Manhattan. During this period Dick was able to focus on enjoying life
 with his wife Wann, enjoying many fantastic trips, family vacations, 
fishing adventures and innumerable rounds of golf.In
 1995, Dick won the Senior Golf Championship at Indian Hills Country Club
 in Mission Hills, Kansas. It was one of his many golfing 
accomplishments along with a few holes in one.He
 valued the wonderful relationship he had with his sisters, children and
 their spouses, grandchildren, great grandchildren, along with his 
nieces and nephews. Dick cherished his friendships with colleagues, 
classmates and former players.Dick
 is survived by his wife of 69 years, Wann, two daughters, Betsy 
(Larry) Shapiro, of Morristown, NJ; Donna Hemingway, of West Branch, 
Iowa; son, Rick (Sheila)Towers, of Rossville; two sisters, Lillian 
Partis, of Ottawa, KS; Janiece Towers, of Manhattan; also surviving are
 seven grandchildren, Becky (Chris) Radich, Jessie Shapiro, Jon 
Hemingway, Emily (DoHun) Kim, David Towers, Austin (Mandy) Floersch and 
Emmy (Jason) Sedlacek; and nine great grandchildren. Coach Towers is 
preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Louise Hyer and LaVaun 
Miller; his brother, Charles Towers, and his son-in-law Paul Hemingway 
and grandson Loren Hemingway.The family will receive 
friends from 10:00 am until the memorial service begins at 11:00 AM on 
Saturday, April 29th, at the First Presbyterian Church. 800 Leavenworth 
St, with Rev Jason Pittman officiating. Following the service all are 
invited to attend a tailgate lunch party and storytelling time at the 
Presby Place located at the church. The service will be streaming live 
on YouTube @firstpresmanhattanMemorial 
contributions may be made to the Johnson Cancer Research Center at 
Kansas State University, PO Box 9200 Manhattan, Kansas 66506. 
www.ksufoundation.org/cancerCarlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation is assisting the family with arrangements.

Coach Dick Towers

Mary Aron, née Lilly, passed away 23 April. Born 23 June 1940, third of 
13 kids, as an older sibling growing up she developed the personality 
traits she's been recognized for throughout her life- compassion, 
caring, generosity, and being an absolute assassin while competing at 
family board games. 
The adventure's next phase started after marrying her high school 
sweetheart Bill. The life of a military family is never boring, and Mary
 had her two children Shai and Kenny while moving around the world for 
almost twenty years. "Home is where your mom is" was our philosophy and 
she made a home of wherever we lived whether it was quarters in Fort 
Eustis, an apartment in Stuttgart with high-speed police chases, or 
eventually to a restored farmhouse in Chapman KS where we graduated High
 School while dad deployed to Korea. There were many more stops in 
between but we always had "home," each other, and our eyes on the next 
adventure. 
The later Chapman phase added kid-in-law's John Trotter (Shai) and Becky
 Wells (Kenny), and grandkids with Nicole, Jessica, and Jason Beck 
coming into the family, then not long after Keith and Kenton Aron + 
Chris and David Garrison. One well-earned retirement later brought the 
last move to Abilene and added Tommy and Lewis Trotter. After some 
grands were married (Jessica to Joe Ehrlich, Chris to Kamella, and David
 to Heather) they started cranking out the great-grands, with the last 
count around 9 of them- Kayleigh, Sean, Piper, Tye, Kenslie, Kimberly, 
Ellie, Fisher, and Nora. Somehow the lax discipline which Mom showed 
the grandkids became even laxer with the greats, which none of us 
considered possible. She maintained a "tub of unlimited sweets" where 
the little ones knew they could grab a snack cake whenever they wanted; 
where was this when we kids were growing up? 
Although she pretended to give equal consideration to KU with her "house
 divided" propaganda, she repeatedly confided in me that was just for 
show and KSU was the unadulterated recipient of her loyalty. I had to 
break this news gently to our first Emporia student, Lewis. 
Mary's heart was forever broken three years ago, almost to the day when 
Bill passed away. She personally placed flowers on his grave up to the 
week she passed. The next phase of the adventure begins. 
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 1, 2023, at First 
Christian Church of Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler. Burial will 
follow at the Abilene City Cemetery. Friends may come by Danner Funeral
 Home on Sunday from 9AM until 5PM to sign the register book.

 The 
family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church of 
Abilene.  Memorial may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to 
Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.  Online 
condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682522865673.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Mary Aron, née Lilly, passed away 23 April. Born 23 June 1940, third of 
13 kids, as an older sibling growing up she developed the personality 
traits she's been recognized for throughout her life- compassion, 
caring, generosity, and being an absolute assassin while competing at 
family board games. 
The adventure's next phase started after marrying her high school 
sweetheart Bill. The life of a military family is never boring, and Mary
 had her two children Shai and Kenny while moving around the world for 
almost twenty years. "Home is where your mom is" was our philosophy and 
she made a home of wherever we lived whether it was quarters in Fort 
Eustis, an apartment in Stuttgart with high-speed police chases, or 
eventually to a restored farmhouse in Chapman KS where we graduated High
 School while dad deployed to Korea. There were many more stops in 
between but we always had "home," each other, and our eyes on the next 
adventure. 
The later Chapman phase added kid-in-law's John Trotter (Shai) and Becky
 Wells (Kenny), and grandkids with Nicole, Jessica, and Jason Beck 
coming into the family, then not long after Keith and Kenton Aron + 
Chris and David Garrison. One well-earned retirement later brought the 
last move to Abilene and added Tommy and Lewis Trotter. After some 
grands were married (Jessica to Joe Ehrlich, Chris to Kamella, and David
 to Heather) they started cranking out the great-grands, with the last 
count around 9 of them- Kayleigh, Sean, Piper, Tye, Kenslie, Kimberly, 
Ellie, Fisher, and Nora. Somehow the lax discipline which Mom showed 
the grandkids became even laxer with the greats, which none of us 
considered possible. She maintained a "tub of unlimited sweets" where 
the little ones knew they could grab a snack cake whenever they wanted; 
where was this when we kids were growing up? 
Although she pretended to give equal consideration to KU with her "house
 divided" propaganda, she repeatedly confided in me that was just for 
show and KSU was the unadulterated recipient of her loyalty. I had to 
break this news gently to our first Emporia student, Lewis. 
Mary's heart was forever broken three years ago, almost to the day when 
Bill passed away. She personally placed flowers on his grave up to the 
week she passed. The next phase of the adventure begins. 
Funeral services will be 11:00 A.M., Monday, May 1, 2023, at First 
Christian Church of Abilene with Pastor Jason Kohler. Burial will 
follow at the Abilene City Cemetery. Friends may come by Danner Funeral
 Home on Sunday from 9AM until 5PM to sign the register book. The 
family suggests memorials be given to the First Christian Church of 
Abilene. Memorial may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to 
Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online 
condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

Mary Aron

Jack Richard Jankovich, 91, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at Good 
Shepherd Hospice on April 4, 2023, after a long bout with Dementia. He 
was born on July 30, 1931, in Gary, Indiana, the middle of three sons 
born to Nick and Winifred (Morris) Jankovich.

Jack was 
raised in Gary, Indiana working at his father’s airport, the Gary 
Municipal Airport, from the time he was in grade school until graduation
 from Lew Wallace High School in Gary, Indiana. This is where he and his
 brothers found their love of flying, which he maintained throughout his
 life.

In high school, he participated in basketball and
 track, lettering three times in both sports and was a member of the 
Indiana State Championship mile relay team. In high school he met his 
one and only love, our mom, Ann Geoghegan. After high school he was 
recruited to run track at LSU, Michigan State, and Indiana University 
where he was a multi-year letterman. He graduated with a degree in 
Geology from Indiana University in 1953. After graduation he was drafted
 into the U.S. Army, in processing at Fort Riley, Kansas, then completed 
basic training at Ft. Bliss, Texas, being promoted to corporal and 
assigned to an anti-aircraft battery at Fort Hamilton, as a radar 
operator, protecting New York Harbor.

On January 22, 
1954, he married Ann Geoghegan, in her parent’s home and then moved to 
his duty station in New York. Upon his honorable discharge, Jack went to 
work for Pontiac Motor Division in Los Angeles, CA, where they had their
 first son, Richard. In 1956, the family moved back to Gary, IN to begin
 working at the family airport. The family stayed in the region with 
homes in Gary and Hammond, where they had their second son Timothy. The 
family moved to Overland Park, Kansas in 1964 when Jack returned to 
Pontiac as a corporate Service Representative. While in Overland Park, 
Jack also served on the Lenexa Public School Board for two years.

In
 1967, Jack purchased the former Curry Pontiac and the family moved to 
Manhattan, Kansas, and Key Pontiac Inc. was formed, located in downtown 
Manhattan. In 1970, a new dealership was built and moved to the current 
location on Stagg Hill Road, now known as Briggs Automotive Inc. In 
1984 Key Inc. (Pontiac, Buick, GMC Truck and Nissan) was sold and Jack 
began teaching as an adjunct at KSU teaching Small Business Operations 
in the College of Business and later in the College of Agriculture. He 
also went to work for the local SBDC for many years. In 1986, he founded
 JART, Inc. selling aviation promotional items and products nationally. 
He retired and sold JART in 2019.

Jack is survived by 
his sons Rich and his wife Caroline of Manhattan, Tim and his wife Cindy
 of Dallas, Texas, his brother Bill and his wife Nancy of Racine, 
Wisconsin, grandchildren, Jillian (husband Will) Moore of McPherson, 
Kansas, Nick (wife Rachael) Jankovich of Manhattan, Katelin Reeves 
(husband James Richardson) of Carmel, Indiana, Michael Jankovich of 
Lawrence, Kansas, great grandchildren Elizabeth and Abigail Moore (Jill 
and Will), Daniel and Simon Jankovich (Nick and Rachael), his nephews 
Jim Daubenheyer of Valparaiso, Indiana and Dave Daubenheyer of Las 
Vegas, Nevada. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 59+ years, Ann 
Jankovich, his parents, in-laws, brother Bob and sister-in-law Ilene 
Jankovich.

Until recent years Jack was an avid cyclist 
who could be seen peddling down Kimball Avenue at dawn or in the hottest
 part of the day with his yellow caution vest and flag flying high! We 
will miss Papa’s famous waffles with strawberries and whipped cream, his
 beautiful birthday/wedding cakes, his rendition of Happy Birthday on 
each of our birthdays and how he would greet us with his mischievous 
grin whenever we came to “The House That Jack Built” to celebrate 
together!

The family is holding a private graveside service/interment on Monday, May 15, 2023.

In
 lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Good 
Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Inc. or Homestead Assisted Living of 
Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682522658373.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jack Richard Jankovich, 91, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at Good 
Shepherd Hospice on April 4, 2023, after a long bout with Dementia. He 
was born on July 30, 1931, in Gary, Indiana, the middle of three sons 
born to Nick and Winifred (Morris) Jankovich.Jack was 
raised in Gary, Indiana working at his father’s airport, the Gary 
Municipal Airport, from the time he was in grade school until graduation
 from Lew Wallace High School in Gary, Indiana. This is where he and his
 brothers found their love of flying, which he maintained throughout his
 life.In high school, he participated in basketball and
 track, lettering three times in both sports and was a member of the 
Indiana State Championship mile relay team. In high school he met his 
one and only love, our mom, Ann Geoghegan. After high school he was 
recruited to run track at LSU, Michigan State, and Indiana University 
where he was a multi-year letterman. He graduated with a degree in 
Geology from Indiana University in 1953. After graduation he was drafted
 into the U.S. Army, in processing at Fort Riley, Kansas, then completed 
basic training at Ft. Bliss, Texas, being promoted to corporal and 
assigned to an anti-aircraft battery at Fort Hamilton, as a radar 
operator, protecting New York Harbor.On January 22, 
1954, he married Ann Geoghegan, in her parent’s home and then moved to 
his duty station in New York. Upon his honorable discharge, Jack went to 
work for Pontiac Motor Division in Los Angeles, CA, where they had their
 first son, Richard. In 1956, the family moved back to Gary, IN to begin
 working at the family airport. The family stayed in the region with 
homes in Gary and Hammond, where they had their second son Timothy. The 
family moved to Overland Park, Kansas in 1964 when Jack returned to 
Pontiac as a corporate Service Representative. While in Overland Park, 
Jack also served on the Lenexa Public School Board for two years.In
 1967, Jack purchased the former Curry Pontiac and the family moved to 
Manhattan, Kansas, and Key Pontiac Inc. was formed, located in downtown 
Manhattan. In 1970, a new dealership was built and moved to the current 
location on Stagg Hill Road, now known as Briggs Automotive Inc. In 
1984 Key Inc. (Pontiac, Buick, GMC Truck and Nissan) was sold and Jack 
began teaching as an adjunct at KSU teaching Small Business Operations 
in the College of Business and later in the College of Agriculture. He 
also went to work for the local SBDC for many years. In 1986, he founded
 JART, Inc. selling aviation promotional items and products nationally. 
He retired and sold JART in 2019.Jack is survived by 
his sons Rich and his wife Caroline of Manhattan, Tim and his wife Cindy
 of Dallas, Texas, his brother Bill and his wife Nancy of Racine, 
Wisconsin, grandchildren, Jillian (husband Will) Moore of McPherson, 
Kansas, Nick (wife Rachael) Jankovich of Manhattan, Katelin Reeves 
(husband James Richardson) of Carmel, Indiana, Michael Jankovich of 
Lawrence, Kansas, great grandchildren Elizabeth and Abigail Moore (Jill 
and Will), Daniel and Simon Jankovich (Nick and Rachael), his nephews 
Jim Daubenheyer of Valparaiso, Indiana and Dave Daubenheyer of Las 
Vegas, Nevada. Jack was preceded in death by his wife of 59+ years, Ann 
Jankovich, his parents, in-laws, brother Bob and sister-in-law Ilene 
Jankovich.Until recent years Jack was an avid cyclist 
who could be seen peddling down Kimball Avenue at dawn or in the hottest
 part of the day with his yellow caution vest and flag flying high! We 
will miss Papa’s famous waffles with strawberries and whipped cream, his
 beautiful birthday/wedding cakes, his rendition of Happy Birthday on 
each of our birthdays and how he would greet us with his mischievous 
grin whenever we came to “The House That Jack Built” to celebrate 
together!The family is holding a private graveside service/interment on Monday, May 15, 2023.In
 lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Good 
Shepherd Homecare and Hospice, Inc. or Homestead Assisted Living of 
Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

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