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.

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 <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.

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 <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.

Jack R. Jankovich

February 5, 1946
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 24, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

February 5, 1946
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 24, 2023An obituary and services are pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Debra Hiett

Carolyn J. Moore, age 74, of Barnes, Kansas, passed away at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska, with her family by her side.

Funeral services are planned for 1:00 pm, Monday, May 1, 2023, at the Barnes United Methodist Church.

Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes.

Carolyn J. Moore, age 74, of Barnes, Kansas, passed away at her home in Lincoln, Nebraska, with her family by her side.Funeral services are planned for 1:00 pm, Monday, May 1, 2023, at the Barnes United Methodist Church.Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes.A full obituary is pending.

Carolyn J. Moore

Melba Jacqueline “Jackie” Shirley was born December 5, 
1931, in Hartsfield, Georgia, the daughter of Hughie and Argie Rozell 
(Green) Gay. She was married to John Truman Hatcher in Boston, Georgia.
 She moved to Wichita with her children in 1960. She married Eugene Ray
 Shirley on December 19, 1966, in Salina. The family moved to Chapman 
in January 1970. 
Jackie passed away of natural causes on Friday, April 21, in Auburn, Kansas, at the age of 91. Survivors include her children John T. Hatcher Jr. of Topeka, Myrtice Jacqueline Audiss of 
Enterprise, Alabama, Dianne Lovey Tweedy of Salina, Marion Aridane 
Parker of Leavenworth, eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
 She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene on May 31, 2003, 
daughter Lily Rozell Doviak, son Smith Taylor Hatcher, sister Ruth 
Tooman, and three brothers Wayne Gay and Charles Gay, and Gerald Gay. 
Graveside services will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at St. 
Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Chapman with Pastor Patrick Garlock 
officiating. As per Jackie’s wishes, there will be no visitation.

 
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Patrick’s Catholic 
Cemetery and may be mailed to the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O.
 Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682451111118.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Melba Jacqueline “Jackie” Shirley was born December 5, 
1931, in Hartsfield, Georgia, the daughter of Hughie and Argie Rozell 
(Green) Gay. She was married to John Truman Hatcher in Boston, Georgia.
 She moved to Wichita with her children in 1960. She married Eugene Ray
 Shirley on December 19, 1966, in Salina. The family moved to Chapman 
in January 1970. 
Jackie passed away of natural causes on Friday, April 21, in Auburn, Kansas, at the age of 91. Survivors include her children John T. Hatcher Jr. of Topeka, Myrtice Jacqueline Audiss of 
Enterprise, Alabama, Dianne Lovey Tweedy of Salina, Marion Aridane 
Parker of Leavenworth, eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. 
 She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene on May 31, 2003, 
daughter Lily Rozell Doviak, son Smith Taylor Hatcher, sister Ruth 
Tooman, and three brothers Wayne Gay and Charles Gay, and Gerald Gay. 
Graveside services will be at 1:00 pm Wednesday, April 26, 2023, at St. 
Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Chapman with Pastor Patrick Garlock 
officiating. As per Jackie’s wishes, there will be no visitation. 
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Patrick’s Catholic 
Cemetery and may be mailed to the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O.
 Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Melba Jacqueline 'Jackie' Shirley 

Virginia Maria Hall 
Born in San Antonio, TX on May 5, 1948. Passed away April 23, 2023. 
Known to many as Mom, Grandma, Aunt B., and Mama V. 
Preceded in death by her son, Daniel Brickei and two brothers, Juan and Julian Longoria. 
Survived by five children; two sons: Michael Brickei (Daisy) and Joseph 
Hall; three daughters: Charlene Ritter (Mike), Melissa Hall, and Janie 
Hall; two sisters: Olga Dulaney and Mary McNeece; one brother: Johnny 
Longoria; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other extended 
family, and her ex-husband Michael Hall. 
Virginia loved her family and was a devoted caregiver to many, even 
those outside of her biological family. She was a second Mom or Grandma 
in many lives she touched. She often would put her needs last to provide
 for those she loved. She was a remarkably strong woman despite many 
struggles she endured throughout her lifetime. She was a great model of 
strength, strong-will, and determination to her daughters and others. 
She had been a dedicated and hard-worker all of her life, always 
punctual and taking pride in everything she did. She filled many roles 
while also being a full-time mom which included being a cook, dietary 
aide, and produce clerk. 
Virginia grew up playing softball and later bowled in leagues. She was 
beyond social and never met a stranger. She was an avid Dallas Cowboys 
fan, loved to play bingo with her best friend Mary Breeden, go to 
dinners with friends, watch older shows, listen to music, complete word 
searches, put puzzles together, and play solitaire. 
She is greatly loved and missed. There was no one quite like Our Momma.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Virginia Maria Hall 
Born in San Antonio, TX on May 5, 1948. Passed away April 23, 2023. 
Known to many as Mom, Grandma, Aunt B., and Mama V. 
Preceded in death by her son, Daniel Brickei and two brothers, Juan and Julian Longoria. 
Survived by five children; two sons: Michael Brickei (Daisy) and Joseph 
Hall; three daughters: Charlene Ritter (Mike), Melissa Hall, and Janie 
Hall; two sisters: Olga Dulaney and Mary McNeece; one brother: Johnny 
Longoria; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, other extended 
family, and her ex-husband Michael Hall. 
Virginia loved her family and was a devoted caregiver to many, even 
those outside of her biological family. She was a second Mom or Grandma 
in many lives she touched. She often would put her needs last to provide
 for those she loved. She was a remarkably strong woman despite many 
struggles she endured throughout her lifetime. She was a great model of 
strength, strong-will, and determination to her daughters and others. 
She had been a dedicated and hard-worker all of her life, always 
punctual and taking pride in everything she did. She filled many roles 
while also being a full-time mom which included being a cook, dietary 
aide, and produce clerk. 
Virginia grew up playing softball and later bowled in leagues. She was 
beyond social and never met a stranger. She was an avid Dallas Cowboys 
fan, loved to play bingo with her best friend Mary Breeden, go to 
dinners with friends, watch older shows, listen to music, complete word 
searches, put puzzles together, and play solitaire. 
She is greatly loved and missed. There was no one quite like Our Momma.&nbsp;

Virginia Maria Hall

Matthew Dane Langdon, age 49, of Abilene, KS departed his earthly home to 
be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, April 21, 2023.

Matt 
is survived by his parents Doran and Charles "Chuck" Clemence, Abilene, 
KS and Michael (Mic) and Kris Langdon, Abilene, KS His sister Angela 
"Angie" and Terry Reiff, Hope, KS and step brother Matt Clemence of 
Solomon. Also his step brothers Todd Schmidt (Tammy), Manhattan, KS 
and Jamie (Staci) Schmidt, Queens Creek, AZ and stepsister Alison 
(Mitch) Swargerty, of Glendale, AZ. He was proud of his Nephews 
Rocque (Krista) Russell, Abilene, KS, Clayton Carson, Hope, Ks, his 
Nieces Jenna (Dale) Cornelison, Philadelphia, PA and Katelyn Reiff, 
Manhattan, KS. His Aunts and Uncles and cousins and many friends. He 
also dearly loved his dogs Dixie and Duke. 
Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Doris Larson, 
Marvin and Helen Langdon, Roy "Babe" Clemence and stepbrother Todd 
Clemence. 
Matt loved farming and working with heavy equipment and could operate 
equipment "by the seat of his pants" smooth and steady. He was an 
accomplished welder and fabricator. 
 Matt had a huge gift of compassion, love and concern for others. He 
would tell you he has experienced many answered prayers and the saving 
grace of Jesus throughout his life. 
Matt absolutely loved to entertain us with his unique sense of humor, 
always a smile and giggly laughter spilled from him which made each of 
us feel genuinely special and loved. He was an "old soul" reminiscing 
and admiring the past generations that worked so hard and gave their 
"all" for the freedoms we have. He loved History, his heritage and old 
country music. 
Matt graduated from Abilene High School with the Class of 1992. 
He was a loyal friend, son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin. 
 A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Emmanuel Church 1300 
North Vine Street, Abilene, KS on Friday, April 28, at 2:00 p.m. 
Visitation will be held at the Martin- Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 
Thursday, April 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., 414 N.W. 3rd Street, 
Abilene, KS 
Private family grave site services at the Prairie Dale Cemetery north of Talmage will be held at a later date. 
Donations may be given to The Cedar House Recovery, Abilene, KS or The 
Salina Rescue Mission, Salina, KS to help others restore their lives. 
Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral 
Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may 
be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

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 </figure>Matthew Dane Langdon, age 49, of Abilene, KS departed his earthly home to 
be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday, April 21, 2023. Matt 
is survived by his parents Doran and Charles "Chuck" Clemence, Abilene, 
KS and Michael (Mic) and Kris Langdon, Abilene, KS His sister Angela 
"Angie" and Terry Reiff, Hope, KS and step brother Matt Clemence of 
Solomon. Also his step brothers Todd Schmidt (Tammy), Manhattan, KS 
and Jamie (Staci) Schmidt, Queens Creek, AZ and stepsister Alison 
(Mitch) Swargerty, of Glendale, AZ. He was proud of his Nephews 
Rocque (Krista) Russell, Abilene, KS, Clayton Carson, Hope, Ks, his 
Nieces Jenna (Dale) Cornelison, Philadelphia, PA and Katelyn Reiff, 
Manhattan, KS. His Aunts and Uncles and cousins and many friends. He 
also dearly loved his dogs Dixie and Duke. 
Matt was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Doris Larson, 
Marvin and Helen Langdon, Roy "Babe" Clemence and stepbrother Todd 
Clemence. 
Matt loved farming and working with heavy equipment and could operate 
equipment "by the seat of his pants" smooth and steady. He was an 
accomplished welder and fabricator. 
 Matt had a huge gift of compassion, love and concern for others. He 
would tell you he has experienced many answered prayers and the saving 
grace of Jesus throughout his life. 
Matt absolutely loved to entertain us with his unique sense of humor, 
always a smile and giggly laughter spilled from him which made each of 
us feel genuinely special and loved. He was an "old soul" reminiscing 
and admiring the past generations that worked so hard and gave their 
"all" for the freedoms we have. He loved History, his heritage and old 
country music. 
Matt graduated from Abilene High School with the Class of 1992. 
He was a loyal friend, son, brother, uncle, nephew and cousin. 
 A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Emmanuel Church 1300 
North Vine Street, Abilene, KS on Friday, April 28, at 2:00 p.m. 
Visitation will be held at the Martin- Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 
Thursday, April 27, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., 414 N.W. 3rd Street, 
Abilene, KS 
Private family grave site services at the Prairie Dale Cemetery north of Talmage will be held at a later date. 
Donations may be given to The Cedar House Recovery, Abilene, KS or The 
Salina Rescue Mission, Salina, KS to help others restore their lives. 
Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral 
Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may 
be sent to www.martinbeckercarlson.com

Matthew Langdon

J. Douglas Toll, 78 died April 20, 2023, in Washington County, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 16, 1944, in Rockford, IL the son of Roy Leonard and Evelyn Irene (Anderson) Toll.&nbsp; 

Doug grew up in the Clifton community and was a graduate of Clifton High School.&nbsp; He farmed with his father before taking over the family farm.&nbsp; Doug married Maureen Grant on April 11, 1969.&nbsp; He was a member of the Evangelical Covenant Church in Clay Center and Gideon’s International.&nbsp; 

He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Tage Toll

Daughter: Kensey and husband Loren Ledebuhr

Daughter: Chelsea and husband Matthew Varner

Memorial Services:&nbsp; 10:30 AM Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Clay Center, KS

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 </figure>J. Douglas Toll, 78 died April 20, 2023, in Washington County, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 16, 1944, in Rockford, IL the son of Roy Leonard and Evelyn Irene (Anderson) Toll.&nbsp; Doug grew up in the Clifton community and was a graduate of Clifton High School.&nbsp; He farmed with his father before taking over the family farm.&nbsp; Doug married Maureen Grant on April 11, 1969.&nbsp; He was a member of the Evangelical Covenant Church in Clay Center and Gideon’s International.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Tage TollSurvivors:Wife: Maureen TollDaughter: Kensey and husband Loren LedebuhrDaughter: Chelsea and husband Matthew VarnerDaughter: Brittany TollSister: Bryn and husband Bill PetersonSister: Marta and husband Tim Belstra8 GrandchildrenMemorial Services:&nbsp; 10:30 AM Saturday, May 6, 2023, at the Evangelical Covenant Church in Clay Center, KS

Doug Toll

Donna J. McKaskle, age 90, of Manhattan, died peacefully at 
Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan on Sunday April 23rd, 2023, with
 her family by her side.

She was born November 16, 
1932, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd and Dola (Van Pelt) 
Webster.  Donna graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 
1950.

Donna worked at Kansas State University in housekeeping for many years.

She
 was married to Everett Lundquist and they later divorced.  She later 
married George McKaskle on October 15, 2000.  George preceded her in 
death.

Donna was a member and past president of the 
Eagles Lodge, was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary 
and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

She 
volunteered at the Manhattan Senior Center.  She enjoyed playing Bingo, 
bowling in her younger years, the trips to Council Grove Lake, and was a
 K-State Sports, KC Chiefs and Royals fan.

Survivors 
include five children: Rick Lundquist of Phoenix, AZ, Brad Lundquist and
 his wife Alvina of Manhattan, Guy Lundquist and his wife Dena of 
Manhattan, Tammy Schlosser and her husband Jim of Herington, KS, and 
Jimmy Dale McKaskle and his wife Gaye of Leesville, LA; five 
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

Cremation is planned with a family Celebration of her Life at a later date.

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

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 </figure>Donna J. McKaskle, age 90, of Manhattan, died peacefully at 
Stoneybrook Retirement Community in Manhattan on Sunday April 23rd, 2023, with
 her family by her side.She was born November 16, 
1932, in Manhattan, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd and Dola (Van Pelt) 
Webster. Donna graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 
1950.Donna worked at Kansas State University in housekeeping for many years.She
 was married to Everett Lundquist and they later divorced. She later 
married George McKaskle on October 15, 2000. George preceded her in 
death.Donna was a member and past president of the 
Eagles Lodge, was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary 
and a member of the American Legion Auxiliary.She 
volunteered at the Manhattan Senior Center. She enjoyed playing Bingo, 
bowling in her younger years, the trips to Council Grove Lake, and was a
 K-State Sports, KC Chiefs and Royals fan.Survivors 
include five children: Rick Lundquist of Phoenix, AZ, Brad Lundquist and
 his wife Alvina of Manhattan, Guy Lundquist and his wife Dena of 
Manhattan, Tammy Schlosser and her husband Jim of Herington, KS, and 
Jimmy Dale McKaskle and his wife Gaye of Leesville, LA; five 
grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.Cremation is planned with a family Celebration of her Life at a later date.Memorial
 contributions may be made to the Manhattan Senior Center. 
Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen 
Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Donna J. McKaskle

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.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682446458873.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </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.&nbsp;

Charles McKinzie

Rebecca "Becci" Mari Rothfuss, age 58, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, 
passed away on April 20, 2023, at the Circle of Life Hospice in 
Springdale, Arkansas, after a short battle with cancer. 

Becci was born 
to Donald &amp; Ruth (Sandoz) Rothfuss on July 8, 1964 in Phillipsburg, 
Kansas. She grew up in the Kansas towns of Ottawa, Topeka, and 
Manhattan, where she graduated with honors from high school. She also 
graduated with honors with her bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma Wesleyan 
University, obtained her Master’s degree from Oklahoma State University,
 and her PhD from Dallas Baptist University in Dallas, Texas. 

Becci 
served as Resident Director/coordinator of Student Development at her 
alma mater, Oklahoma Wesleyan University for 6 years. She then accepted a
 position at John Brown University as Associate Dean of 
students/director of leadership and student activities, and later joined
 the faculty at JBU as associate professor of leadership studies. While 
at JBU, she designed and developed the Leadership Scholar Institute 
program. She led that program for 14 years, mentoring and teaching 
hundreds of students in key leadership skills. For many years she also 
served at JBU’s international studies program in Ireland. Growing up in a
 pastor’s home, she was introduced to her Savior, Jesus Christ, at a 
young age and continued to minister Christ’s love in a multiple of roles
 throughout her lifetime. Becci was well-known for her great 
gourmet cooking and hospitality, as well as artistic decorating shown in
 her lovely home. Hardly a week went by but what she hosted guests for a
 meal. Her pies were legendary. She loved to work with flowers and owned
 a florist shop for a few years after college. She prepared the floral 
arrangements for dozens of weddings, including most of her ten nieces 
and many friends. Becci never married and had no biological children, 
but in the greater sense, she served as mother to hundreds of students 
on the campuses she served and was a mentor to many. She also became 
like a second mother to all her nieces &amp; nephews. She is 
survived by her sisters, Marcia DePriest and husband David of Ottawa, 
Kansas; Linda Radaker and husband Greg of Dewey, Oklahoma; Patty Leach 
of Dewey, OK; and one brother Eugene Rothfuss and wife Joy of 
Independence, Missouri. Becci’s nieces &amp; nephews include Dr. Kirk 
(Kate) DePriest, Lara (Paul Douglas) DePriest, Katie (Robert) Wright, 
Kristen (Luke) Sheafer, Kyla (Christopher) Radaker-James, Karissa 
(Channing) Marvin, Wende (Tyler) Cassabaum, Cyndi (Andrew) Myers, Mysti 
(Garret) Mayse, Joey (Jen) Leach, J’llyssa Baker, and Jade Leach. 
 Memorial funds will be established to support scholarships for family 
&amp; friends through the Sandoz legacy scholarship fund and a general 
leadership scholarship fund to be established in Becci’s memory. 
Donations may be given through Marcia DePriest, executor of the estate, 
at 703 S Cedar, Ottawa, Kansas 66067; <a href="mailto:marciadepriest1@gmail.com" target="_blank">marciadepriest1@gmail.com</a>. 
 Celebration of Life services for Rebecca Rothfuss will be held at 10:30
 am Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the John Brown University Cathedral in 
Siloam Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Rebecca "Becci" Mari Rothfuss, age 58, of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, 
passed away on April 20, 2023, at the Circle of Life Hospice in 
Springdale, Arkansas, after a short battle with cancer. Becci was born 
to Donald &amp; Ruth (Sandoz) Rothfuss on July 8, 1964 in Phillipsburg, 
Kansas. She grew up in the Kansas towns of Ottawa, Topeka, and 
Manhattan, where she graduated with honors from high school. She also 
graduated with honors with her bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma Wesleyan 
University, obtained her Master’s degree from Oklahoma State University,
 and her PhD from Dallas Baptist University in Dallas, Texas. Becci 
served as Resident Director/coordinator of Student Development at her 
alma mater, Oklahoma Wesleyan University for 6 years. She then accepted a
 position at John Brown University as Associate Dean of 
students/director of leadership and student activities, and later joined
 the faculty at JBU as associate professor of leadership studies. While 
at JBU, she designed and developed the Leadership Scholar Institute 
program. She led that program for 14 years, mentoring and teaching 
hundreds of students in key leadership skills. For many years she also 
served at JBU’s international studies program in Ireland. Growing up in a
 pastor’s home, she was introduced to her Savior, Jesus Christ, at a 
young age and continued to minister Christ’s love in a multiple of roles
 throughout her lifetime. Becci was well-known for her great 
gourmet cooking and hospitality, as well as artistic decorating shown in
 her lovely home. Hardly a week went by but what she hosted guests for a
 meal. Her pies were legendary. She loved to work with flowers and owned
 a florist shop for a few years after college. She prepared the floral 
arrangements for dozens of weddings, including most of her ten nieces 
and many friends. Becci never married and had no biological children, 
but in the greater sense, she served as mother to hundreds of students 
on the campuses she served and was a mentor to many. She also became 
like a second mother to all her nieces &amp; nephews. She is 
survived by her sisters, Marcia DePriest and husband David of Ottawa, 
Kansas; Linda Radaker and husband Greg of Dewey, Oklahoma; Patty Leach 
of Dewey, OK; and one brother Eugene Rothfuss and wife Joy of 
Independence, Missouri. Becci’s nieces &amp; nephews include Dr. Kirk 
(Kate) DePriest, Lara (Paul Douglas) DePriest, Katie (Robert) Wright, 
Kristen (Luke) Sheafer, Kyla (Christopher) Radaker-James, Karissa 
(Channing) Marvin, Wende (Tyler) Cassabaum, Cyndi (Andrew) Myers, Mysti 
(Garret) Mayse, Joey (Jen) Leach, J’llyssa Baker, and Jade Leach. 
 Memorial funds will be established to support scholarships for family 
&amp; friends through the Sandoz legacy scholarship fund and a general 
leadership scholarship fund to be established in Becci’s memory. 
Donations may be given through Marcia DePriest, executor of the estate, 
at 703 S Cedar, Ottawa, Kansas 66067; <a href="mailto:marciadepriest1@gmail.com" target="_blank">marciadepriest1@gmail.com</a>. 
 Celebration of Life services for Rebecca Rothfuss will be held at 10:30
 am Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the John Brown University Cathedral in 
Siloam Springs, Arkansas.&nbsp;

Rebecca Mari Rothfuss

It is with great sorrow to announce that Bernard Joseph Weixelman has 
passed away on April 18, 2023, at the age of 94 in Fort Collins, 
Colorado. 

Bernie was born in Manhattan, Kansas, on February 8, 1929, 
where he and his siblings; Donna Kern, Helen McKee (deceased) and Dale 
Weixelman were raised by their loving parents Fay and Martina Weixelman 
(deceased). Bernie graduated from Sacred Heart Academy High School in 
Manhattan, served in the US Army from 1950–1952, and attended Kansas 
State University. It was in Manhattan that Bernie fell in love with and 
married Mary Prockish on October 3, 1953. 

Bernie embarked on a 
successful career as a General Contractor, building several residential 
structures in the Manhattan area; a career that eventually led Bernie 
and his family to relocate to the Fort Collins area in 1972. Throughout 
his life, Bernie enjoyed playing Bridge, completing puzzles, bowling, 
hiking, and was an avid sports enthusiast, gravitating especially to 
professional football. The couple also enjoyed traveling, particularly 
to many National Parks and several trips to Europe. 

Bernie is survived 
by his wife: Mary Prockish Weixelman, his siblings: Donna (Bob) Kern and
 Dale (BJ) Weixelman, his children: Dave and Tina (Mark) Weixelman of 
Nevada City, CA, Patty and Bill Dewes of Portola Valley, CA, Ron 
Weixelman of Loveland, CO, Paul Weixelman of Fort Collins, CO, Jil and 
Everett Phlipot of Dixon Springs, TN, and Jan and Scott Smith of Cape 
Coral, FL. Bernie is also survived by his grandchildren: Riley Phlipot 
and Adam Phlipot, both of Gallatin TN, Anna Weixelman of Vancouver BC 
and Tynan (Ty) Dewes of Cambridge, MA. 

Bernie's family also wishes to 
extend their heartfelt thanks to the wonderful nurses and aides of 
Accentcare Hospice and the Columbine West Nursing facility, who were so 
caring as they attended to Bernie’s every need in his final days. 

A 
private service has been scheduled to honor Bernie's life and family. Please celebrate Bernie’s by donating to a charity of your choice in his memory.&nbsp;

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>It is with great sorrow to announce that Bernard Joseph Weixelman has 
passed away on April 18, 2023, at the age of 94 in Fort Collins, 
Colorado. Bernie was born in Manhattan, Kansas, on February 8, 1929, 
where he and his siblings; Donna Kern, Helen McKee (deceased) and Dale 
Weixelman were raised by their loving parents Fay and Martina Weixelman 
(deceased). Bernie graduated from Sacred Heart Academy High School in 
Manhattan, served in the US Army from 1950–1952, and attended Kansas 
State University. It was in Manhattan that Bernie fell in love with and 
married Mary Prockish on October 3, 1953. Bernie embarked on a 
successful career as a General Contractor, building several residential 
structures in the Manhattan area; a career that eventually led Bernie 
and his family to relocate to the Fort Collins area in 1972. Throughout 
his life, Bernie enjoyed playing Bridge, completing puzzles, bowling, 
hiking, and was an avid sports enthusiast, gravitating especially to 
professional football. The couple also enjoyed traveling, particularly 
to many National Parks and several trips to Europe. Bernie is survived 
by his wife: Mary Prockish Weixelman, his siblings: Donna (Bob) Kern and
 Dale (BJ) Weixelman, his children: Dave and Tina (Mark) Weixelman of 
Nevada City, CA, Patty and Bill Dewes of Portola Valley, CA, Ron 
Weixelman of Loveland, CO, Paul Weixelman of Fort Collins, CO, Jil and 
Everett Phlipot of Dixon Springs, TN, and Jan and Scott Smith of Cape 
Coral, FL. Bernie is also survived by his grandchildren: Riley Phlipot 
and Adam Phlipot, both of Gallatin TN, Anna Weixelman of Vancouver BC 
and Tynan (Ty) Dewes of Cambridge, MA. Bernie's family also wishes to 
extend their heartfelt thanks to the wonderful nurses and aides of 
Accentcare Hospice and the Columbine West Nursing facility, who were so 
caring as they attended to Bernie’s every need in his final days. A 
private service has been scheduled to honor Bernie's life and family. Please celebrate Bernie’s by donating to a charity of your choice in his memory.&nbsp;

Bernard 'Bernie' Weixelman

Paul LeRoy Gugeler, 96, of Mt. Pleasant, transitioned to his heavenly
 home on April 19, 2023.&nbsp; He was born on September 29, 1926, in Des 
Moines, Iowa, the youngest of three.&nbsp; Preceding him in death are 
parents, Roy &amp; Althea, step father, Donald Bucklew, his wife of 69 
years, Gloria (Ginger), and his sister, Doris Ziegler &amp; Mike.&nbsp; He 
always remained close to his brother, Donald &amp; Helen, who currently 
reside in Templeton, California.&nbsp;

Paul served in the Army Air Corps in WW II as a crew chief before 
attended Iowa State, earning a degree in Agriculture.&nbsp; He began his 
career by teaching Agronomy while farming, followed by farm management 
and sales.&nbsp; His early farm management experience helped as he managed 
family farms close to Spencer and Mason City, Iowa.

A highlight of college was having his brother set him up on a blind 
date with Gloria Ginger, and marrying her soon after their graduations 
in 1951.&nbsp; They were blessed to be married almost 69 years, before her 
death in 2020.&nbsp; It brings joy to Paul’s family knowing they are 
reunited.&nbsp; Paul and Gloria had three children, ten grandchildren, and 28
 great grandchildren.&nbsp; Surviving are James Gugeler &amp; Rebecca, of 
Springville, Iowa, Joan Stambaugh &amp; Alan, of Wichita, Kansas, and 
daughter-in-law, Tressia Cain &amp; Paul, of Wylie, Texas.&nbsp; Preceding 
him in death is son, Thomas, of Dallas Texas.&nbsp; Grandchildren are 
Christopher Gugeler &amp; Rebecca, of Euless, Texas, Molly &amp; John 
McKune, of Fremont, California, Alissa &amp; Jefferson Hunt, of Mt. 
Vernon, Iowa, Jamie &amp; Spencer Jardine, of Pocatello, Idaho, Matthew 
Stambaugh, of Lawrence, Kansas, Amber &amp; Austin Rounds, of Rexburg, 
Idaho, Sarah &amp; Kyle Neufeld, of Moundridge, Kansas, Danielle &amp; 
Cory Sessions, of Orem, Utah, Nathan Stambaugh, of Manhattan, Kansas, 
and Heather &amp; John Schliemann, of Springville, Iowa.&nbsp;

The brother bond between Paul and Don continued through the years, 
despite the California to Iowa distance.&nbsp;&nbsp; There were multiple trips 
back and forth, whether as a family of five or after retirement.&nbsp; Paul 
&amp; Gloria and Don &amp; Helen enjoyed traveling together throughout 
the U.S. and abroad.&nbsp; Paul recently shared memories of snow skiing with 
family in Colorado, introducing his children and grandchildren to his 
favorite sport.&nbsp;&nbsp; Paul’s adventurous spirt made for many fun family 
outings, highlights being sailing, parasailing, rides on his motorcycle,
 and even flying an ultralight, although this was a solo act.&nbsp; When at 
home, he took meticulous care of the beautiful roses, both at home and 
church.

Friends were numerous through his involvement in Kiwanis, Romeo 
(Retired Old Men Eating Out), singing, sharing his gift of music in the 
church choir and barbershop quartet, and always looking for 
opportunities to dance.&nbsp; While Paul had a zest for life, he was usually 
soft-spoken and reserved, with the occasional witty remark bringing 
chuckles to all.

He commented frequently that his goal was to live longer than his 
mother who lived to 107, even while fighting cancer.&nbsp; His 
acknowledgement that he looked forward to seeing his beloved Gloria 
brings great peace to his family.

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 2:00 on April 26th 
at the First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Main St.,&nbsp; Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. 
The Reverend David Bracht-Wagner will officiate. A visitation will 
immediately follow the service in the church’s Fellowship Hall. Friends 
may pay their respects and sign the register book from 12-7 PM on 
Tuesday at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant. The memorial service
 will be livestreamed on the First United Methodist Church YouTube 
channel.

Thanks to Everystep Hospice and those who cared for him for all their
 loving care.&nbsp; Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct 
memorials to First United Methodist Church of Mt. Pleasant 
(www.firstmethodistonline.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association 
(www.alz.org) , in memory of Paul’s wife, Gloria. Online condolences 
may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com.

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 </figure>Paul LeRoy Gugeler, 96, of Mt. Pleasant, transitioned to his heavenly
 home on April 19, 2023.&nbsp; He was born on September 29, 1926, in Des 
Moines, Iowa, the youngest of three.&nbsp; Preceding him in death are 
parents, Roy &amp; Althea, step father, Donald Bucklew, his wife of 69 
years, Gloria (Ginger), and his sister, Doris Ziegler &amp; Mike.&nbsp; He 
always remained close to his brother, Donald &amp; Helen, who currently 
reside in Templeton, California.&nbsp;Paul served in the Army Air Corps in WW II as a crew chief before 
attended Iowa State, earning a degree in Agriculture.&nbsp; He began his 
career by teaching Agronomy while farming, followed by farm management 
and sales.&nbsp; His early farm management experience helped as he managed 
family farms close to Spencer and Mason City, Iowa.A highlight of college was having his brother set him up on a blind 
date with Gloria Ginger, and marrying her soon after their graduations 
in 1951.&nbsp; They were blessed to be married almost 69 years, before her 
death in 2020.&nbsp; It brings joy to Paul’s family knowing they are 
reunited.&nbsp; Paul and Gloria had three children, ten grandchildren, and 28
 great grandchildren.&nbsp; Surviving are James Gugeler &amp; Rebecca, of 
Springville, Iowa, Joan Stambaugh &amp; Alan, of Wichita, Kansas, and 
daughter-in-law, Tressia Cain &amp; Paul, of Wylie, Texas.&nbsp; Preceding 
him in death is son, Thomas, of Dallas Texas.&nbsp; Grandchildren are 
Christopher Gugeler &amp; Rebecca, of Euless, Texas, Molly &amp; John 
McKune, of Fremont, California, Alissa &amp; Jefferson Hunt, of Mt. 
Vernon, Iowa, Jamie &amp; Spencer Jardine, of Pocatello, Idaho, Matthew 
Stambaugh, of Lawrence, Kansas, Amber &amp; Austin Rounds, of Rexburg, 
Idaho, Sarah &amp; Kyle Neufeld, of Moundridge, Kansas, Danielle &amp; 
Cory Sessions, of Orem, Utah, Nathan Stambaugh, of Manhattan, Kansas, 
and Heather &amp; John Schliemann, of Springville, Iowa.&nbsp;The brother bond between Paul and Don continued through the years, 
despite the California to Iowa distance.&nbsp;&nbsp; There were multiple trips 
back and forth, whether as a family of five or after retirement.&nbsp; Paul 
&amp; Gloria and Don &amp; Helen enjoyed traveling together throughout 
the U.S. and abroad.&nbsp; Paul recently shared memories of snow skiing with 
family in Colorado, introducing his children and grandchildren to his 
favorite sport.&nbsp;&nbsp; Paul’s adventurous spirt made for many fun family 
outings, highlights being sailing, parasailing, rides on his motorcycle,
 and even flying an ultralight, although this was a solo act.&nbsp; When at 
home, he took meticulous care of the beautiful roses, both at home and 
church.Friends were numerous through his involvement in Kiwanis, Romeo 
(Retired Old Men Eating Out), singing, sharing his gift of music in the 
church choir and barbershop quartet, and always looking for 
opportunities to dance.&nbsp; While Paul had a zest for life, he was usually 
soft-spoken and reserved, with the occasional witty remark bringing 
chuckles to all.He commented frequently that his goal was to live longer than his 
mother who lived to 107, even while fighting cancer.&nbsp; His 
acknowledgement that he looked forward to seeing his beloved Gloria 
brings great peace to his family.A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be at 2:00 on April 26th 
at the First United Methodist Church, 309 N. Main St.,&nbsp; Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. 
The Reverend David Bracht-Wagner will officiate. A visitation will 
immediately follow the service in the church’s Fellowship Hall. Friends 
may pay their respects and sign the register book from 12-7 PM on 
Tuesday at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 N. Main St., Mt. Pleasant. The memorial service
 will be livestreamed on the First United Methodist Church YouTube 
channel.Thanks to Everystep Hospice and those who cared for him for all their
 loving care.&nbsp; Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct 
memorials to First United Methodist Church of Mt. Pleasant 
(www.firstmethodistonline.org) or the Alzheimer’s Association 
(www.alz.org) , in memory of Paul’s wife, Gloria. Online condolences 
may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com.

Paul LeRoy Gugeler

Sunday, June 23rd, 1940-Sunday, April 23rd, 2023

An obituary is pending with Danner Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/mary-aron/5034824/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

Sunday, June 23rd, 1940-Sunday, April 23rd, 2023An obituary is pending with Danner Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://memorials.martinbeckercarlson.com/mary-aron/5034824/index.php">HERE</a> for service details.

December 22, 1944
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 24, 2023

December 22, 1944
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 24, 2023An obituary and services are pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Jean Beebe

Virgil Nason was born on April 3, 1942,&nbsp; in Elk City, Oklahoma to Victor and Minnie Nason. Virgil passed from 
this life on March 5, 2023, in Mulvane, Kansas. He spent his last day 
surrounded by family celebrating his great-grandson’s 2nd&nbsp;birthday.&nbsp;

He was the younger brother to two 
sisters, Edna and Melba. Virgil was an accomplished athlete competing in
 football and baseball. He graduated from Sayre High School, in Sayre, 
Oklahoma in 1960. He earned a scholarship to play football for The 
University of Tulsa. He later transferred to Southwestern Oklahoma State
 University in Weatherford, Oklahoma and continued to play football. He 
graduated from SWOSU with a teaching degree in Physical Education and 
History.

While at SWOSU, he met Deanna Brown, 
who later became his wife. He and Deanna were married for 57 years. 
Virgil served the Ensign community from 1966-1974 as a high school 
history teacher and coach. He also taught driver’s education in the 
summer

Virgil earned his Master’s Degree in 
Building Leadership in 1974, from SWOSU, and was named the Principal of 
Ensign schools from 1974-1984. He then became the Athletic Director and 
Assistant Principal for Cimarron High School until his retirement in 
1998. He was a dedicated educator and coach for 33 years, serving the 
Ensign and Cimarron communities for 32 years.&nbsp; He was known as a caring,
 but strict disciplinarian who held high expectations for his students 
and players. He treated his students and players as he did his own 
children.

Virgil loved his family and friends, 
golfing, camping, the mountains, the OU Sooners, playing poker with his 
buddies, and telling “dad” jokes. He was a prankster to the very end.

Virgil is survived by his wife, 
Deanna, of the home; his children, Amy Dempsey and husband Ken of 
Mulvane, Kansas and Todd Nason and wife Sara of Manhattan, Kansas; four 
grandchildren, Connor Dempsey and wife Tiffany, Collin Dempsey, Mckenna 
Dempsey, and Anna Nason; and one great-grandson, Vincent Dempsey. He is 
preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.

A Celebration of Virgil's life will be
 at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Ensign High School Gym 
in Ensign. There is no visitation as cremation has taken place. A 
private family burial will take place at a later date. 

In lieu of 
flowers, please make contributions to the charity of your choice in care
 of Swaim Funeral Chapel – 1901 Sixth Ave – Dodge City, Kansas 67801. 
Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Virgil Nason was born on April 3, 1942,&nbsp; in Elk City, Oklahoma to Victor and Minnie Nason. Virgil passed from 
this life on March 5, 2023, in Mulvane, Kansas. He spent his last day 
surrounded by family celebrating his great-grandson’s 2nd&nbsp;birthday.&nbsp;He was the younger brother to two 
sisters, Edna and Melba. Virgil was an accomplished athlete competing in
 football and baseball. He graduated from Sayre High School, in Sayre, 
Oklahoma in 1960. He earned a scholarship to play football for The 
University of Tulsa. He later transferred to Southwestern Oklahoma State
 University in Weatherford, Oklahoma and continued to play football. He 
graduated from SWOSU with a teaching degree in Physical Education and 
History.While at SWOSU, he met Deanna Brown, 
who later became his wife. He and Deanna were married for 57 years. 
Virgil served the Ensign community from 1966-1974 as a high school 
history teacher and coach. He also taught driver’s education in the 
summerVirgil earned his Master’s Degree in 
Building Leadership in 1974, from SWOSU, and was named the Principal of 
Ensign schools from 1974-1984. He then became the Athletic Director and 
Assistant Principal for Cimarron High School until his retirement in 
1998. He was a dedicated educator and coach for 33 years, serving the 
Ensign and Cimarron communities for 32 years.&nbsp; He was known as a caring,
 but strict disciplinarian who held high expectations for his students 
and players. He treated his students and players as he did his own 
children.Virgil loved his family and friends, 
golfing, camping, the mountains, the OU Sooners, playing poker with his 
buddies, and telling “dad” jokes. He was a prankster to the very end.Virgil is survived by his wife, 
Deanna, of the home; his children, Amy Dempsey and husband Ken of 
Mulvane, Kansas and Todd Nason and wife Sara of Manhattan, Kansas; four 
grandchildren, Connor Dempsey and wife Tiffany, Collin Dempsey, Mckenna 
Dempsey, and Anna Nason; and one great-grandson, Vincent Dempsey. He is 
preceded in death by his parents and two sisters.A Celebration of Virgil's life will be
 at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 29, 2023, at the Ensign High School Gym 
in Ensign. There is no visitation as cremation has taken place. A 
private family burial will take place at a later date. In lieu of 
flowers, please make contributions to the charity of your choice in care
 of Swaim Funeral Chapel – 1901 Sixth Ave – Dodge City, Kansas 67801. 
Thoughts and memories may be shared in the online guest book at 
www.swaimfuneralhome.com.&nbsp;

Virgil Jerome Nason

Douglas Lowell Mitchell&nbsp;was born December
 21, 1967, in Salina, the son of Erwin L and Patricia Mitchell.&nbsp; He 
passed away Saturday, December 18, 2022, of natural causes.

Douglas graduated from Salina Tech HVAC program. He owned and 
operated The AC Guy HVAC service in the Salina area for the past several
 years.

Douglas is survived by his mother, children, sister and brother. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.

Graveside Memorial Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at the Walsburg Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; 

Memorials can be made to the charity of the donors choice and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Douglas Lowell Mitchell&nbsp;was born December
 21, 1967, in Salina, the son of Erwin L and Patricia Mitchell.&nbsp; He 
passed away Saturday, December 18, 2022, of natural causes.Douglas graduated from Salina Tech HVAC program. He owned and 
operated The AC Guy HVAC service in the Salina area for the past several
 years.Douglas is survived by his mother, children, sister and brother. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his father and grandparents.Graveside Memorial Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, at the Walsburg Lutheran Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials can be made to the charity of the donors choice and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Douglas Mitchell

Jan (Miller) Crocker, 77, passed away April 23, 2023, of pancreatic cancer at her home in Manhattan.

She
 was born April 10, 1946, in Wamego, KS, the daughter of LeRoy and 
Roberta Miller. She grew up on her family’s farm near Wamego and 
attended Wamego schools. Music and 4-H were favorite activities during 
Jan’s youth. She studied at Kansas State University earning a master’s 
degree in Family and Child Development in 1970. She was a member of Chi 
Omega sorority and served as chapter president. Following college, she 
accepted a position as a Family Life instructor at Stout State 
University, Menomonie, WI.

Jan
 met Jack Crocker while she was a graduate teaching assistant at 
K-State. They were married in Menomonie on January 9, 1971. In 1974, Jan
 and Jack returned to Manhattan where their son Matthew was born. From 
then on, they called Kansas home, living a few years in Lawrence before 
moving to Topeka where Jack began his long-time association with 
Manhattan Buildings, Inc. They returned to Manhattan in 2013.

During
 her 28 years in Topeka, Jan attended Washburn Law School and was an 
auditor for the Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission. She volunteered 
at Matt’s schools and in the Topeka community, was a member of Chapter 
DV of the P.E.O. sisterhood, and a docent at Cedar Crest. She trained as
 a Shawnee County KSU Extension Master Gardener, and was a proud member 
of Western Sorosis, a literary club which provided friendships and 
intellectual stimulation. While a member, she wrote and presented five 
scholarly papers.

Jan
 enjoyed reading (especially history), liked newspapers, learning new 
things, and taking walks. She loved working in her garden and tending 
her many container-grown plantings. Birdwatching and nurturing the wide 
variety of birds returning yearly to their backyard feeding stations was
 a vocation for the couple as was creating a sanctuary for butterflies. 
Jan found joy spending time with her grandchildren whether it was 
vacationing in Colorado when they were young or attending their athletic
 events as they grew.

Travel
 was a priority for both Jan and Jack. While they liked Colorado in 
summer, Sarasota, Fl was a top winter destination. Trips abroad included
 many European river cruises and several “Traveling Wildcats” trips with
 other K-Staters. A recent South American ocean cruise that explored 
life along the Amazon River was their favorite.

An
 appreciation of her agricultural heritage remained with Jan as she and 
Jack continued farming land in Riley and Wabaunsee counties that had 
been in her family for decades.

Jan
 was a 50-year member of P.E.O. and a current member of Manhattan’s 
Chapter GU. Playing Mah Jongg on Monday afternoons with a special group 
of GU sisters was a highlight of her week. Jan was a former member of 
the “Friends of McCain” Board of Directors, and she and Jack enjoyed 
attending many special performances at McCain Auditorium. She was also a
 friend and supporter of the KSU Gardens and a volunteer for and 
supporter of Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice. She was a long-time 
member of the Columbian Theater in Wamego.

Jan
 was preceded in death by her father in 2010, her younger brother, 
Jerry, in 2013 and her mother in 2018, at age 100. She is survived by 
her husband Jack, of 52 years, son Matt (Taira) and grandchildren 
Madeline, Claire, and Jack of Manhattan; a sister, Judy Scammon, of 
Prairie Village, KS, and many cherished friends.

A
 funeral service will be held, Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at 
the Wamego United Methodist Church with burial in the Wamego City 
Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Shepherd 
Hospice House and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart 
Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547. Family will 
greet friends at the Iron Clad (main street Wamego) following services. 

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 </figure>Jan (Miller) Crocker, 77, passed away April 23, 2023, of pancreatic cancer at her home in Manhattan.She
 was born April 10, 1946, in Wamego, KS, the daughter of LeRoy and 
Roberta Miller. She grew up on her family’s farm near Wamego and 
attended Wamego schools. Music and 4-H were favorite activities during 
Jan’s youth. She studied at Kansas State University earning a master’s 
degree in Family and Child Development in 1970. She was a member of Chi 
Omega sorority and served as chapter president. Following college, she 
accepted a position as a Family Life instructor at Stout State 
University, Menomonie, WI.Jan
 met Jack Crocker while she was a graduate teaching assistant at 
K-State. They were married in Menomonie on January 9, 1971. In 1974, Jan
 and Jack returned to Manhattan where their son Matthew was born. From 
then on, they called Kansas home, living a few years in Lawrence before 
moving to Topeka where Jack began his long-time association with 
Manhattan Buildings, Inc. They returned to Manhattan in 2013.During
 her 28 years in Topeka, Jan attended Washburn Law School and was an 
auditor for the Kansas Governmental Ethics Commission. She volunteered 
at Matt’s schools and in the Topeka community, was a member of Chapter 
DV of the P.E.O. sisterhood, and a docent at Cedar Crest. She trained as
 a Shawnee County KSU Extension Master Gardener, and was a proud member 
of Western Sorosis, a literary club which provided friendships and 
intellectual stimulation. While a member, she wrote and presented five 
scholarly papers.Jan
 enjoyed reading (especially history), liked newspapers, learning new 
things, and taking walks. She loved working in her garden and tending 
her many container-grown plantings. Birdwatching and nurturing the wide 
variety of birds returning yearly to their backyard feeding stations was
 a vocation for the couple as was creating a sanctuary for butterflies. 
Jan found joy spending time with her grandchildren whether it was 
vacationing in Colorado when they were young or attending their athletic
 events as they grew.Travel
 was a priority for both Jan and Jack. While they liked Colorado in 
summer, Sarasota, Fl was a top winter destination. Trips abroad included
 many European river cruises and several “Traveling Wildcats” trips with
 other K-Staters. A recent South American ocean cruise that explored 
life along the Amazon River was their favorite.An
 appreciation of her agricultural heritage remained with Jan as she and 
Jack continued farming land in Riley and Wabaunsee counties that had 
been in her family for decades.Jan
 was a 50-year member of P.E.O. and a current member of Manhattan’s 
Chapter GU. Playing Mah Jongg on Monday afternoons with a special group 
of GU sisters was a highlight of her week. Jan was a former member of 
the “Friends of McCain” Board of Directors, and she and Jack enjoyed 
attending many special performances at McCain Auditorium. She was also a
 friend and supporter of the KSU Gardens and a volunteer for and 
supporter of Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice. She was a long-time 
member of the Columbian Theater in Wamego.Jan
 was preceded in death by her father in 2010, her younger brother, 
Jerry, in 2013 and her mother in 2018, at age 100. She is survived by 
her husband Jack, of 52 years, son Matt (Taira) and grandchildren 
Madeline, Claire, and Jack of Manhattan; a sister, Judy Scammon, of 
Prairie Village, KS, and many cherished friends.A
 funeral service will be held, Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at 
the Wamego United Methodist Church with burial in the Wamego City 
Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Good Shepherd 
Hospice House and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart 
Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Rd, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547. Family will 
greet friends at the Iron Clad (main street Wamego) following services.

Jan Crocker

Carol Duerfeldt passed away on April 24, 2023, at 3:43 a.m. at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

She
 was born on March 27, 1934, in Summerfield, Kansas, the daughter of 
Clyde and Mary Bergen McKee.  She grew up in Pawnee City, Nebraska.  She
 graduated from Pawnee City High School.  Carol then attended Peru State
 Teachers College in Peru, Nebraska and then Kansas State University.

Carol was united in marriage to Ben Duerfeldt on June 27, 1954, in Pawnee City.  Ben preceded her in death on January 12, 2023.

Carol
 taught school in Brock, NE, and then at Bluemont School in Manhattan.  
She was later the secretary to the principal at Manhattan High School.  
She also taught at Trinity Presbyterian Pre-School, and employed at the 
Athletic Department at Kansas State University, The Country Gift Shop 
and at Rod’s Hallmark, and gave private piano lessons to many people 
over the years.  Carol enjoyed being a volunteer at the Via Christi 
Hospital in Manhattan.  She was a member of the First Christian Church 
in Manhattan and also the PEO Chapter GU.

In addition to her husband Ben, she was preceded in death by her daughter Kristin Rogers.

She
 is survived by her two sons: Dan Duerfeldt and his wife Sherry, and 
David Duerfeldt and his wife Lisa; son-in-law Rusty Rogers; eight 
grandchildren: Josh Duerfeldt (Kari), Matt Duerfeldt (Shayla), Luke and 
Jacob Duerfeldt, Kayla Russell (Michael), Nicki Duerfeldt, Adam Bolan 
and Tana Parker (Chad); and nine great-grandchildren: Kori, Addy, Nora, 
Aaron, Mason, Macy, Marshall, Max and Mick.

The family 
will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00p.m. Thursday
 April 27, 2023, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in 
Manhattan.

A graveside service will be held at 9:30a.m. Friday April 28, 2023 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.

Memorial
 Services will be held at 11:00a.m. Friday April 28, 2023, at the First 
Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway in Manhattan.

Memorial
 contributions in memory of Carol are suggested to the First Christian 
Church in Manhattan or 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>Carol Duerfeldt passed away on April 24, 2023, at 3:43 a.m. at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.She
 was born on March 27, 1934, in Summerfield, Kansas, the daughter of 
Clyde and Mary Bergen McKee. She grew up in Pawnee City, Nebraska. She
 graduated from Pawnee City High School. Carol then attended Peru State
 Teachers College in Peru, Nebraska and then Kansas State University.Carol was united in marriage to Ben Duerfeldt on June 27, 1954, in Pawnee City. Ben preceded her in death on January 12, 2023.Carol
 taught school in Brock, NE, and then at Bluemont School in Manhattan. 
She was later the secretary to the principal at Manhattan High School. 
She also taught at Trinity Presbyterian Pre-School, and employed at the 
Athletic Department at Kansas State University, The Country Gift Shop 
and at Rod’s Hallmark, and gave private piano lessons to many people 
over the years. Carol enjoyed being a volunteer at the Via Christi 
Hospital in Manhattan. She was a member of the First Christian Church 
in Manhattan and also the PEO Chapter GU.In addition to her husband Ben, she was preceded in death by her daughter Kristin Rogers.She
 is survived by her two sons: Dan Duerfeldt and his wife Sherry, and 
David Duerfeldt and his wife Lisa; son-in-law Rusty Rogers; eight 
grandchildren: Josh Duerfeldt (Kari), Matt Duerfeldt (Shayla), Luke and 
Jacob Duerfeldt, Kayla Russell (Michael), Nicki Duerfeldt, Adam Bolan 
and Tana Parker (Chad); and nine great-grandchildren: Kori, Addy, Nora, 
Aaron, Mason, Macy, Marshall, Max and Mick.The family 
will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00p.m. Thursday
 April 27, 2023, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in 
Manhattan.A graveside service will be held at 9:30a.m. Friday April 28, 2023 at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.Memorial
 Services will be held at 11:00a.m. Friday April 28, 2023, at the First 
Christian Church, 3001 Grand Mere Parkway in Manhattan.Memorial
 contributions in memory of Carol are suggested to the First Christian 
Church in Manhattan or 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.

Carol Duerfeldt

Gerald M. Brickei, age 84, of Manhattan, died April 20, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Gerald M. Brickei, age 84, of Manhattan, died April 20, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.He was born on November 13, 1938.A complete obituary is pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Gerald M. Brickei

Dorothy M. Brown, 82 of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, April 18th, 2023. Dorothy was born on November 21st,
 1940, to Donald and Vera (Vaughn) Morfitt in Milford, Kansas. Dorothy 
graduated from Milford High School in 1958. In 1962, Dorothy married 
Mike Brown in Junction City. 

Dorothy loved to be outdoors and was an 
avid gardener. She was a caring mother and loved her family.

Preceding Dorothy in passing are her parents and 
her sister Debbie Sims. She is survived by her son; Greg Brown, sister; 
Carolyn Smith and six nieces.

A Celebration of life will be held at 2pm on Friday, April 28th, at Davidson Funeral Home, 1035 North Kansas Avenue, Topeka. The family will receive guests for visitation starting at 1pm.&nbsp;

Memorial Contributions can be made to The American Alzheimer's Association.

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 </figure>Dorothy M. Brown, 82 of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, April 18th, 2023. Dorothy was born on November 21st,
 1940, to Donald and Vera (Vaughn) Morfitt in Milford, Kansas. Dorothy 
graduated from Milford High School in 1958. In 1962, Dorothy married 
Mike Brown in Junction City. Dorothy loved to be outdoors and was an 
avid gardener. She was a caring mother and loved her family.Preceding Dorothy in passing are her parents and 
her sister Debbie Sims. She is survived by her son; Greg Brown, sister; 
Carolyn Smith and six nieces.A Celebration of life will be held at 2pm on Friday, April 28th, at Davidson Funeral Home, 1035 North Kansas Avenue, Topeka. The family will receive guests for visitation starting at 1pm.&nbsp;Memorial Contributions can be made to The American Alzheimer's Association.

Dorothy M. Brown

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

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

Barbara A. Rawlings

Lois Elaine Kelly, 86, of Topeka, passed away April 21, 2023. She was
 born February 7, 1937, in Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Arthur and 
Doris (Lundin) Allen.

She was a graduate of Topeka High
 School in 1955 and Washburn University in 1959. During her senior years
 at both Topeka High and Washburn University she was crowned homecoming 
queen. She was also a member of Alpha Phi during her time at Washburn 
University.

Lois married Les G. Kelly in Topeka, KS on 
August 1, 1959. She started her working career in elementary education 
teaching at Dawson and Stout. Lois then left her teaching career to be a
 stay-at-home mom and later in life worked for the March of Dimes and 
Stormont-Vail Health.

Lois is preceded in death by her 
parents, Arthur &amp; Doris; husband, Les; and daughter, Kari Kelly. 
Lois is survived by daughters, Kim Terhune (Randy) of Maple Hill and 
Konni Flynn (Mike) of Topeka; sister, Arlys Tarwater of Overland Park, 
KS; grandchildren, Andy Terhune (Jayna), A.J. Terhune (Sarah), Alyson 
Simons (Scott), MaKenzi Tyler (Derek), and Chloe Holt; and great 
grandchildren, Hadley &amp; Tessa Terhune, Jack &amp; Reid Simons, 
Stella &amp; Huxley Tyler, and she was so thrilled of the recent 
announcement for the arrival of her 7th great-grandchild expected to be 
born in September of this year.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Topeka High School Historical Society, 800 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, KS 66612-1619.

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 </figure>Lois Elaine Kelly, 86, of Topeka, passed away April 21, 2023. She was
 born February 7, 1937, in Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Arthur and 
Doris (Lundin) Allen.She was a graduate of Topeka High
 School in 1955 and Washburn University in 1959. During her senior years
 at both Topeka High and Washburn University she was crowned homecoming 
queen. She was also a member of Alpha Phi during her time at Washburn 
University.Lois married Les G. Kelly in Topeka, KS on 
August 1, 1959. She started her working career in elementary education 
teaching at Dawson and Stout. Lois then left her teaching career to be a
 stay-at-home mom and later in life worked for the March of Dimes and 
Stormont-Vail Health.Lois is preceded in death by her 
parents, Arthur &amp; Doris; husband, Les; and daughter, Kari Kelly. 
Lois is survived by daughters, Kim Terhune (Randy) of Maple Hill and 
Konni Flynn (Mike) of Topeka; sister, Arlys Tarwater of Overland Park, 
KS; grandchildren, Andy Terhune (Jayna), A.J. Terhune (Sarah), Alyson 
Simons (Scott), MaKenzi Tyler (Derek), and Chloe Holt; and great 
grandchildren, Hadley &amp; Tessa Terhune, Jack &amp; Reid Simons, 
Stella &amp; Huxley Tyler, and she was so thrilled of the recent 
announcement for the arrival of her 7th great-grandchild expected to be 
born in September of this year.A private family ceremony will be held.Memorial contributions may be made to the Topeka High School Historical Society, 800 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, KS 66612-1619.

Lois Elaine Kelly

William Patrick Thomas Benedict “Pat” McCourt, proud Irishman, passed away on April 21st, 2023, at Community Hospital Onaga.&nbsp; He was 70 years old.

Pat was born February 4th, 1953, to John and Katie McCourt in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; He lived in Topeka until he was 5, when he moved to Atchison.&nbsp; Pat was educated in Atchison Catholic schools and told many memorable stories about his time at Maur Hill Academy.&nbsp; He
 spent his formative years hunting and trapping with his dog, Shorty, 
and causing general mischief with his two brothers, Owen and Paul.

When
 he was 18, Pat met the love of his life, Marilyn, at a New Year's Eve 
party, and they were inseparable for the rest of his life.&nbsp; They
 eloped on March 18th, 1977 (since the courthouse was closed on St. 
Patrick’s Day), and their devotion to each other was truly unmatched.

Pat graduated from University of Kansas at the top of his class in Pharmacy, and went to work for Blaylock Drug Store in Topeka.&nbsp; While he was there, he was approached to work in a small town in northeastern Kansas called Onaga.&nbsp; Pat and Marilyn decided to go for a year to try it out.&nbsp; They ended up staying over 40 years and dedicating their professional life to the Onaga community.&nbsp; Pat
 was a brilliant pharmacist and business man, who enjoyed compounding 
medicine from scratch, researching new developments, and his customers, 
whom he saw as family. Any visit to the Onaga Pharmacy was met not only 
with knowledge sharing but also with Pat’s unrivaled witty remarks.&nbsp; 

Pat and Marilyn had four daughters together.&nbsp; Pat
 was such a fun father, always orchestrating creative projects for the 
girls (usually involving dry ice or fireworks), never missing a ball 
game or event, and leading them on adventures around the country.&nbsp; Whenever
 anyone asked him if he wished he had a boy, he indignantly replied that
 he couldn't imagine a better life than the one he had, and he taught 
his daughters to be strong and independent.

&nbsp;Pat was a die-hard KU fan, and had season tickets to support his Jayhawks for years.&nbsp; One of his favorite memories was being with Marilyn at the 1988 National Championship game.&nbsp; He also loved the Chiefs and was delighted with their recent Super Bowl wins.&nbsp;&nbsp; He enjoyed building computers and learning about new technologies.&nbsp; He was an avid coin collector, a watch enthusiast, a history buff, and a truly masterful gift-giver.&nbsp; He loved nothing more than playing against (and generally beating) family and friends in darts.&nbsp; He also enjoyed poker nights with his friends.

&nbsp;Pat
 loved life, and always reminded us that it's important to take time to 
enjoy every sunset, because you will never see another one exactly like 
it.&nbsp; 

&nbsp;He was preceded in death by his dad, John, his mom, Katie, and his little brother, Paul.&nbsp; 

&nbsp;His wife Marilyn survives of the home.&nbsp; Other
 survivors include his children Maggie, Kerry, Katie, and Alison, his 
son-in-laws, Carlhos, Lyle, and Mark, his grandchildren Isabel, Paul, 
Rose, Pierce, and Juliet, his older brother Owen, and many beloved 
in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

&nbsp;On
 Wednesday, April 26th, there will be a Rosary at 6:00 pm at St. Vincent
 De Paul Catholic Church in Onaga, followed by visitation with family 
and friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.&nbsp; Mass
 of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on April 27th at St. Vincent De
 Paul Catholic Church, followed by burial at the Onaga Cemetery and 
lunch at the Onaga Community Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 

&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Onaga Community Center or Onaga Historical Society.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 312, Onaga KS 66521.

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 </figure>William Patrick Thomas Benedict “Pat” McCourt, proud Irishman, passed away on April 21st, 2023, at Community Hospital Onaga.&nbsp; He was 70 years old.Pat was born February 4th, 1953, to John and Katie McCourt in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp; He lived in Topeka until he was 5, when he moved to Atchison.&nbsp; Pat was educated in Atchison Catholic schools and told many memorable stories about his time at Maur Hill Academy.&nbsp; He
 spent his formative years hunting and trapping with his dog, Shorty, 
and causing general mischief with his two brothers, Owen and Paul.When
 he was 18, Pat met the love of his life, Marilyn, at a New Year's Eve 
party, and they were inseparable for the rest of his life.&nbsp; They
 eloped on March 18th, 1977 (since the courthouse was closed on St. 
Patrick’s Day), and their devotion to each other was truly unmatched.Pat graduated from University of Kansas at the top of his class in Pharmacy, and went to work for Blaylock Drug Store in Topeka.&nbsp; While he was there, he was approached to work in a small town in northeastern Kansas called Onaga.&nbsp; Pat and Marilyn decided to go for a year to try it out.&nbsp; They ended up staying over 40 years and dedicating their professional life to the Onaga community.&nbsp; Pat
 was a brilliant pharmacist and business man, who enjoyed compounding 
medicine from scratch, researching new developments, and his customers, 
whom he saw as family. Any visit to the Onaga Pharmacy was met not only 
with knowledge sharing but also with Pat’s unrivaled witty remarks.&nbsp; Pat and Marilyn had four daughters together.&nbsp; Pat
 was such a fun father, always orchestrating creative projects for the 
girls (usually involving dry ice or fireworks), never missing a ball 
game or event, and leading them on adventures around the country.&nbsp; Whenever
 anyone asked him if he wished he had a boy, he indignantly replied that
 he couldn't imagine a better life than the one he had, and he taught 
his daughters to be strong and independent.&nbsp;Pat was a die-hard KU fan, and had season tickets to support his Jayhawks for years.&nbsp; One of his favorite memories was being with Marilyn at the 1988 National Championship game.&nbsp; He also loved the Chiefs and was delighted with their recent Super Bowl wins.&nbsp;&nbsp; He enjoyed building computers and learning about new technologies.&nbsp; He was an avid coin collector, a watch enthusiast, a history buff, and a truly masterful gift-giver.&nbsp; He loved nothing more than playing against (and generally beating) family and friends in darts.&nbsp; He also enjoyed poker nights with his friends.&nbsp;Pat
 loved life, and always reminded us that it's important to take time to 
enjoy every sunset, because you will never see another one exactly like 
it.&nbsp; &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his dad, John, his mom, Katie, and his little brother, Paul.&nbsp; &nbsp;His wife Marilyn survives of the home.&nbsp; Other
 survivors include his children Maggie, Kerry, Katie, and Alison, his 
son-in-laws, Carlhos, Lyle, and Mark, his grandchildren Isabel, Paul, 
Rose, Pierce, and Juliet, his older brother Owen, and many beloved 
in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews.&nbsp;On
 Wednesday, April 26th, there will be a Rosary at 6:00 pm at St. Vincent
 De Paul Catholic Church in Onaga, followed by visitation with family 
and friends from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.&nbsp; Mass
 of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on April 27th at St. Vincent De
 Paul Catholic Church, followed by burial at the Onaga Cemetery and 
lunch at the Onaga Community Center.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Memorials are suggested to the Onaga Community Center or Onaga Historical Society.&nbsp; They may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 312, Onaga KS 66521.

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