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.

 Pat McCourt

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.

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

Ernie Drew “Mr. K-State” Barrett, a loving husband, father and 
grandfather who enjoyed a basketball career with the Boston Celtics and 
dedicated more than seven decades of his life to Kansas State 
University, died Friday, April 21, 2023, surrounded by his family in 
Manhattan, Kansas. Barrett was 93.

Barrett was born on 
August 27, 1929, in Pratt, Kansas, although he called Wellington his 
hometown. The son of Ernie Walker and Ruby Kate, his father worked for 
the Santa Fe Railroad.

Although Barrett played football
 and basketball, basketball was his passion. Barrett honed his 
basketball skills in the school gymnasium under Coaches Cade Suran and 
John Floyd and on the goal his father put up for him in their backyard.

Barrett
 led Wellington High School to a 21-4 record and its lone state 
basketball championship in 1947. An All-State basketball player, Barrett
 credited Floyd for much of his success as a basketball player. “He was 
the person who taught me the fundamentals and the one who really helped 
me to improve my shooting,” Barrett said. “I probably wouldn’t have made
 it as a college player if Coach Floyd hadn’t worked with me on my 
outside shooting.”

Although his high school basketball 
conquests elicited interest from Phog Allen and Henry Iba, Barrett chose
 to play at K-State for Jack Gardner and Tex Winter, both now in the 
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, during a legendary career in which he 
captained the 1950-51 team that opened one of America’s most remarkable 
arenas, Ahearn Field House. Barrett earned 1951 Consensus Second-Team 
All-American and helped Kansas State to the Big 7 Conference title 
before staging a remarkable NCAA Tournament run. Following wins over No.
 12 Arizona, No. 11 BYU and No. 24 Oklahoma A&amp;M, the Wildcats earned
 a berth in the 1951 National Championship Game and finished with a 25-4
 overall record.

“I was very fortunate to have those 
coaches as a freshman,” Barrett said. “They had me practice every day, 
and Coach Winter even had me play against him. He taught me to be 
quick.”

Barrett joined the Kansas Beta Chapter of Sigma
 Alpha Epsilon his last year of school. He met and later wed Bonnie 
Frommer on October 24, 1951. They were married for 72 years. Bonnie 
served as the steady rock by Barrett’s side.

Known for 
his silky-smooth shooting touch that helped him to average double 
figures in points as both a junior and senior, Barrett was named the 
Most Valuable Player in the East/West All-Star Game in Chicago following
 his senior season. Barrett credited Gardner and Winter for instilling 
discipline and preparing him for a professional basketball career. 
Later, Barrett was named to K-State’s All-Century Team and was one of 
the first three Wildcats to have their jersey retired.However, Barrett 
was a dedicated student as well, serving as a member of the Blue Key 
honorary. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical 
education in 1951.

Barrett was the No. 7 overall pick 
in the 1951 NBA Draft by head coach Red Auerbach and the Boston Celtics.
 However, he put his professional basketball career on hold for two 
years. As a member of the K-State ROTC, he served a two-year obligation 
in the Air Force and stayed as a lieutenant until 1953. After his 
service, he played one year for the Celtics, then sat out one year while
 pursuing a coaching career, then he rejoined the Celtics by the request
 of Auerbach, sharing the same backcourt as Bob Cousy. Barrett, a 
6-foot-3 guard/forward, scored 641 points and added 343 rebounds and 229
 assists over his NBA career. He also played against the Harlem 
Globetrotters. He remained close friends with Cousy after his retirement
 from the Celtics.

Barrett returned to Manhattan, 
Kansas, as assistant alumni secretary in 1955, and he earned his 
master’s degree in journalism in 1956. He became assistant coach under 
Winter in 1959 while also being in charge of Wildcat booster activities.
 In 1961, Barrett joined the athletics staff as assistant athletic 
director in charge of fundraising and promotions.

Famous
 for his powerful handshakes, ever-present smile and engaging 
personality, Barrett spearheaded fundraising campaigns for KSU Stadium, 
the athletic dormitory, synthetic turf on the football field (raising 
$300,000 in a two-month period) and the R.V. Christian Track and Field 
Complex.

K-State President James McCain bestowed upon 
Barrett the title of “Mr. K-State” and Barrett was promoted to K-State’s
 fifth athletic director in May 1969, becoming the first Kansas-born 
athlete to lead K-State’s athletic program, and he gained tremendous 
popularity during his seven years in that position.

“It was one of
 the most outstanding positions I had in the world of intercollegiate 
athletics,” Barrett said. “I enjoyed the opportunity to make decisions 
that needed to be made.”

He led fund-raising efforts 
for a number of projects, including continued enhancements to KSU 
Stadium, the construction of the Vanier Football Complex, and K-State 
athletic dormitory. Barrett also began laying the fund-raising 
foundation for what would eventually be Bramlage Coliseum. Among his 
other contributions as athletic director, Barrett hired Hall of Fame 
basketball coach Jack Hartman.

Barrett entered the 
private sector in 1976 to become vice president of marketing for Chief 
Drilling in Wichita, but returned to K-State in 1988 as fund-raising 
consultant in the athletic department’s portion of the Essential Edge 
Campaign, a university-wide project with a goal of raising $100 million,
 including $15 million for the athletics department.

In
 1991, Barrett resumed full-time duties at K-State as the athletic 
department’s director of development. Over the next 16 years he played a
 key role in reshaping the landscape of K-State’s facilities and helped 
secure funds for the Dev Nelson Press Box, the expansion of KSU Stadium,
 the indoor football facility, the Academic Learning Center, Tointon 
Family Stadium, the R.V. Christian Track, Colbert Hills Golf Course and 
Vanier Football Complex.

A believer in a firm handshake
 and handwritten notes, Barrett received many honors during his 
athletics career and is a member of both the state of Kansas Sports Hall
 of Fame and the Kansas State Athletics Hall of Fame. In 1999, Kansas 
State erected a statue of “Mr. K-State” in front of Bramlage Coliseum as
 a testament to his contributions to Wildcat athletics. K-State retired 
his No. 22 jersey at Bramlage Coliseum in 2005. He retired as Director 
of Development on June 30, 2007, ending nearly six decades of service to
 the university as a student-athlete, coach and administrator. In 2014, 
Barrett was presented with the Outstanding Alumni Award by The Blue Key 
Honor Society.

Barrett’s passions included fishing in 
his free time and enjoyed time in his Tuttle Creek Lake cabin with 
family and friends during spring and summer weekends.

The Barretts
 remained avid supporters of K-State and its athletic programs during 
retirement. They attended K-State football and basketball home games 
every year through the 2022-23 season.

Barrett is 
preceded in death by his parents and his son, Duane. Barrett is survived
 by wife Bonnie of Manhattan, son Brad of Manhattan, and grandson Ryan 
and wife Lauren (and a great-grandchild on the way) of Wichita.

A
 Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 27 at 
Bramlage Coliseum with a reception to follow in the Shamrock Zone. The 
service and reception are open to the public. A private interment will 
be held at Sunrise Cemetery.

The family would like to 
thank the caring staff at Via Christi Village and Interim HealthCare and
 Hospice. Funeral home arrangements by Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral 
Home. 

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to a 
memorial for Barrett that has been established at the Kansas State 
University Foundation with donations benefitting the Ernie and Bonnie 
Barrett Family Men’s Basketball Scholarship. 

Contributions may be sent 
to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, 
please indicate fund M47447. To make a gift online, go to 
http://ksufoundation.org/give/barrett.

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 </figure>Ernie Drew “Mr. K-State” Barrett, a loving husband, father and 
grandfather who enjoyed a basketball career with the Boston Celtics and 
dedicated more than seven decades of his life to Kansas State 
University, died Friday, April 21, 2023, surrounded by his family in 
Manhattan, Kansas. Barrett was 93.Barrett was born on 
August 27, 1929, in Pratt, Kansas, although he called Wellington his 
hometown. The son of Ernie Walker and Ruby Kate, his father worked for 
the Santa Fe Railroad.Although Barrett played football
 and basketball, basketball was his passion. Barrett honed his 
basketball skills in the school gymnasium under Coaches Cade Suran and 
John Floyd and on the goal his father put up for him in their backyard.Barrett
 led Wellington High School to a 21-4 record and its lone state 
basketball championship in 1947. An All-State basketball player, Barrett
 credited Floyd for much of his success as a basketball player. “He was 
the person who taught me the fundamentals and the one who really helped 
me to improve my shooting,” Barrett said. “I probably wouldn’t have made
 it as a college player if Coach Floyd hadn’t worked with me on my 
outside shooting.”Although his high school basketball 
conquests elicited interest from Phog Allen and Henry Iba, Barrett chose
 to play at K-State for Jack Gardner and Tex Winter, both now in the 
Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, during a legendary career in which he 
captained the 1950-51 team that opened one of America’s most remarkable 
arenas, Ahearn Field House. Barrett earned 1951 Consensus Second-Team 
All-American and helped Kansas State to the Big 7 Conference title 
before staging a remarkable NCAA Tournament run. Following wins over No.
 12 Arizona, No. 11 BYU and No. 24 Oklahoma A&amp;M, the Wildcats earned
 a berth in the 1951 National Championship Game and finished with a 25-4
 overall record.“I was very fortunate to have those 
coaches as a freshman,” Barrett said. “They had me practice every day, 
and Coach Winter even had me play against him. He taught me to be 
quick.”Barrett joined the Kansas Beta Chapter of Sigma
 Alpha Epsilon his last year of school. He met and later wed Bonnie 
Frommer on October 24, 1951. They were married for 72 years. Bonnie 
served as the steady rock by Barrett’s side.Known for 
his silky-smooth shooting touch that helped him to average double 
figures in points as both a junior and senior, Barrett was named the 
Most Valuable Player in the East/West All-Star Game in Chicago following
 his senior season. Barrett credited Gardner and Winter for instilling 
discipline and preparing him for a professional basketball career. 
Later, Barrett was named to K-State’s All-Century Team and was one of 
the first three Wildcats to have their jersey retired.However, Barrett 
was a dedicated student as well, serving as a member of the Blue Key 
honorary. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in physical 
education in 1951.Barrett was the No. 7 overall pick 
in the 1951 NBA Draft by head coach Red Auerbach and the Boston Celtics.
 However, he put his professional basketball career on hold for two 
years. As a member of the K-State ROTC, he served a two-year obligation 
in the Air Force and stayed as a lieutenant until 1953. After his 
service, he played one year for the Celtics, then sat out one year while
 pursuing a coaching career, then he rejoined the Celtics by the request
 of Auerbach, sharing the same backcourt as Bob Cousy. Barrett, a 
6-foot-3 guard/forward, scored 641 points and added 343 rebounds and 229
 assists over his NBA career. He also played against the Harlem 
Globetrotters. He remained close friends with Cousy after his retirement
 from the Celtics.Barrett returned to Manhattan, 
Kansas, as assistant alumni secretary in 1955, and he earned his 
master’s degree in journalism in 1956. He became assistant coach under 
Winter in 1959 while also being in charge of Wildcat booster activities.
 In 1961, Barrett joined the athletics staff as assistant athletic 
director in charge of fundraising and promotions.Famous
 for his powerful handshakes, ever-present smile and engaging 
personality, Barrett spearheaded fundraising campaigns for KSU Stadium, 
the athletic dormitory, synthetic turf on the football field (raising 
$300,000 in a two-month period) and the R.V. Christian Track and Field 
Complex.K-State President James McCain bestowed upon 
Barrett the title of “Mr. K-State” and Barrett was promoted to K-State’s
 fifth athletic director in May 1969, becoming the first Kansas-born 
athlete to lead K-State’s athletic program, and he gained tremendous 
popularity during his seven years in that position.“It was one of
 the most outstanding positions I had in the world of intercollegiate 
athletics,” Barrett said. “I enjoyed the opportunity to make decisions 
that needed to be made.”He led fund-raising efforts 
for a number of projects, including continued enhancements to KSU 
Stadium, the construction of the Vanier Football Complex, and K-State 
athletic dormitory. Barrett also began laying the fund-raising 
foundation for what would eventually be Bramlage Coliseum. Among his 
other contributions as athletic director, Barrett hired Hall of Fame 
basketball coach Jack Hartman.Barrett entered the 
private sector in 1976 to become vice president of marketing for Chief 
Drilling in Wichita, but returned to K-State in 1988 as fund-raising 
consultant in the athletic department’s portion of the Essential Edge 
Campaign, a university-wide project with a goal of raising $100 million,
 including $15 million for the athletics department.In
 1991, Barrett resumed full-time duties at K-State as the athletic 
department’s director of development. Over the next 16 years he played a
 key role in reshaping the landscape of K-State’s facilities and helped 
secure funds for the Dev Nelson Press Box, the expansion of KSU Stadium,
 the indoor football facility, the Academic Learning Center, Tointon 
Family Stadium, the R.V. Christian Track, Colbert Hills Golf Course and 
Vanier Football Complex.A believer in a firm handshake
 and handwritten notes, Barrett received many honors during his 
athletics career and is a member of both the state of Kansas Sports Hall
 of Fame and the Kansas State Athletics Hall of Fame. In 1999, Kansas 
State erected a statue of “Mr. K-State” in front of Bramlage Coliseum as
 a testament to his contributions to Wildcat athletics. K-State retired 
his No. 22 jersey at Bramlage Coliseum in 2005. He retired as Director 
of Development on June 30, 2007, ending nearly six decades of service to
 the university as a student-athlete, coach and administrator. In 2014, 
Barrett was presented with the Outstanding Alumni Award by The Blue Key 
Honor Society.Barrett’s passions included fishing in 
his free time and enjoyed time in his Tuttle Creek Lake cabin with 
family and friends during spring and summer weekends.The Barretts
 remained avid supporters of K-State and its athletic programs during 
retirement. They attended K-State football and basketball home games 
every year through the 2022-23 season.Barrett is 
preceded in death by his parents and his son, Duane. Barrett is survived
 by wife Bonnie of Manhattan, son Brad of Manhattan, and grandson Ryan 
and wife Lauren (and a great-grandchild on the way) of Wichita.A
 Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 27 at 
Bramlage Coliseum with a reception to follow in the Shamrock Zone. The 
service and reception are open to the public. A private interment will 
be held at Sunrise Cemetery.The family would like to 
thank the caring staff at Via Christi Village and Interim HealthCare and
 Hospice. Funeral home arrangements by Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral 
Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to a 
memorial for Barrett that has been established at the Kansas State 
University Foundation with donations benefitting the Ernie and Bonnie 
Barrett Family Men’s Basketball Scholarship. Contributions may be sent 
to: KSU Foundation, 1800 Kimball Ave., Ste 200, Manhattan, KS 66502, 
please indicate fund M47447. To make a gift online, go to 
http://ksufoundation.org/give/barrett.

Ernie Drew 'Mr. K-State' Barrett

Patrick Alan Decker, 58, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on March 27, 2023.&nbsp;

Patrick was born January 5, 1965, to James and Barbara Decker in 
Topeka, Kansas. After graduating from Shawnee Heights High School, in 
1983, he went on to complete a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife 
Management at Kansas State University. He also received a Master’s in 
Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.&nbsp;

Patrick was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying all types of hunting, 
fishing, golfing, camping, and telling stories around a campfire. He was
 a devoted fireman in Manhattan for 6.5 years. He recently retired from 
Prairie Band Casino. &nbsp;

He is survived by his loving mother, Barbara Decker, and three siblings: Cathy Robertson, Mike Decker, and John Decker.&nbsp;

Patrick was preceded in death by his father, James Decker.

The family will receive friends from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Monday, April 
17, 2023, at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, where there will be a memorial
 service at 6:30pm.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ducks Unlimited, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave. Topeka, KS 66603.

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 </figure>Patrick Alan Decker, 58, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on March 27, 2023.&nbsp;Patrick was born January 5, 1965, to James and Barbara Decker in 
Topeka, Kansas. After graduating from Shawnee Heights High School, in 
1983, he went on to complete a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife 
Management at Kansas State University. He also received a Master’s in 
Business Administration from the University of Phoenix.&nbsp;Patrick was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying all types of hunting, 
fishing, golfing, camping, and telling stories around a campfire. He was
 a devoted fireman in Manhattan for 6.5 years. He recently retired from 
Prairie Band Casino. &nbsp;He is survived by his loving mother, Barbara Decker, and three siblings: Cathy Robertson, Mike Decker, and John Decker.&nbsp;Patrick was preceded in death by his father, James Decker.The family will receive friends from 5:00pm to 7:00pm, Monday, April 
17, 2023, at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, where there will be a memorial
 service at 6:30pm.Memorial contributions may be made to Ducks Unlimited, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave. Topeka, KS 66603.

Patrick Alan Decker

Jesse V. Downs, 99, of Salina, passed away, Sunday, 
March 5, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; He was born in 
Industry, Kansas, to Jesse C. and Verna F. (Loader) Downs, on January 
15, ,1924.&nbsp; He graduated Salina High School in 1942 and joined the Army 
Airforce, that same year.&nbsp; He served for four years during World War 
II.&nbsp; On November 3, 1946, Jesse married Margaret Elizabeth Burk, in 
Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married and inseparable for 74 years. &nbsp;

He is survived by his children, Cheryl Utech (James), of Manhattan, 
Stephen Downs (Rosalie), of Colorado Springs, and Greg Downs (Eileen), 
of Hutchinson; one sister, Doris Tuttle, of Colorado Springs; 
grandchildren, Kimberly Splawn (Robert), Melissa Kendall (Jeremy), Jesse
 A. Downs (Dana), Nancy Erickson (Lewis), James M. Utech (Lora), David 
Green (Kathleen); 14 great-grandchildren.

Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, in Roselawn Memorial Park, Salina. &nbsp;

Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/4/1682185781639.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Jesse V. Downs, 99, of Salina, passed away, Sunday, 
March 5, 2023, at Salina Regional Health Center.&nbsp; He was born in 
Industry, Kansas, to Jesse C. and Verna F. (Loader) Downs, on January 
15, ,1924.&nbsp; He graduated Salina High School in 1942 and joined the Army 
Airforce, that same year.&nbsp; He served for four years during World War 
II.&nbsp; On November 3, 1946, Jesse married Margaret Elizabeth Burk, in 
Wichita, Kansas.&nbsp; They were married and inseparable for 74 years. &nbsp;He is survived by his children, Cheryl Utech (James), of Manhattan, 
Stephen Downs (Rosalie), of Colorado Springs, and Greg Downs (Eileen), 
of Hutchinson; one sister, Doris Tuttle, of Colorado Springs; 
grandchildren, Kimberly Splawn (Robert), Melissa Kendall (Jeremy), Jesse
 A. Downs (Dana), Nancy Erickson (Lewis), James M. Utech (Lora), David 
Green (Kathleen); 14 great-grandchildren.Graveside service will be at 11 a.m. Monday, May 1, 2023, in Roselawn Memorial Park, Salina. &nbsp;Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, in care of Ryan Mortuary.

Jesse V. Downs

Robert D. “Bob” Owen, 87, of Lincoln, Neb., formerly of St. Paul, died Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Eastmont Towers in Lincoln.

Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the United Methodist 
Church in St. Paul. The Rev. Susan Murithi will officiate. Military 
honors will be held outside the church by Carl Mogensen American Legion 
Post 119 of St. Paul and the Army National Guard Funeral Honors Team. 
Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Grand Island.

Visitation will be Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church.

In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials are suggested to the St. Paul Education Foundation.

Peters Funeral Home of St. Paul is assisting the family.

Bob was born on Jan. 8, 1936, at Manhattan, KS, the son of Paul C. 
and Goldie M. (Harness) Owen. The family moved to Nashville, and later 
to Bellevue (Offutt), Omaha and Lincoln, where he attended Hawthorne 
Elementary and graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1954. He 
then attended UN-L where he graduated in 1958.

He was united in marriage to Maryth O. Brush on June 4, 1958 in 
Lincoln. His teaching career began in Bertrand where he taught music for
 two years, later teaching band in Seward. In 1961, the family moved to 
St. Paul, where he taught music, primarily band, for over twenty years. 
In 1982, he and Maryth moved to Wolbach, where he was a music teacher 
for 5 years and in Greeley for 1 year. His career continued teaching 
elementary music in Doniphan, later to Spencer Naper where he was a 
school librarian, then to Clarkson where he was a media specialist for 
the next 12 years. In July 2003, the couple returned to St. Paul to 
retire. Maryth died Feb. 22, 2007.

Bob served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for over 27 years, and was in the National Guard Band for 22 years.

He was united in marriage to Kathryn (Reed) Peterson at the Sunken 
Gardens in Lincoln on Sept. 18, 2010. The couple lived in Lincoln their 
entire married life.

Bob was a member of the Nebraska State Education Association, 
National Education Association, Nebraska Military Retiree Council and 
Carl Mogensen American Legion Post 119 of St. Paul. He was a member of 
the United Methodist Church in St. Paul and after moving to Lincoln, he 
was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.

He enjoyed music, golfing and chasing the grandkids.

He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Owen of Lincoln; children and 
spouses, David and Lorrie Owen of Aurora and Dawnell and Douglas Glunz 
of Grand Island; 4 grandchildren, Ashlyn and Adam Wilkes, Lance Glunz, 
Karissa and Ryan Fauss, and Arianna Owen; 7 great-grandchildren, Howard,
 Karli, Garrett, Zachary, Jakki, Laini and Naomi; and two brothers and 
one sister-in-law, Ronald Owen of Lincoln and Richard and Cindy Owen of 
Omaha.

In addition to his first wife, Maryth, he was preceded in death by his parents.

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 </figure>Robert D. “Bob” Owen, 87, of Lincoln, Neb., formerly of St. Paul, died Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Eastmont Towers in Lincoln.Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday at the United Methodist 
Church in St. Paul. The Rev. Susan Murithi will officiate. Military 
honors will be held outside the church by Carl Mogensen American Legion 
Post 119 of St. Paul and the Army National Guard Funeral Honors Team. 
Burial will be in Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Grand Island.Visitation will be Monday from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church.In lieu of flowers and plants, memorials are suggested to the St. Paul Education Foundation.Peters Funeral Home of St. Paul is assisting the family.Bob was born on Jan. 8, 1936, at Manhattan, KS, the son of Paul C. 
and Goldie M. (Harness) Owen. The family moved to Nashville, and later 
to Bellevue (Offutt), Omaha and Lincoln, where he attended Hawthorne 
Elementary and graduated from Lincoln Northeast High School in 1954. He 
then attended UN-L where he graduated in 1958.He was united in marriage to Maryth O. Brush on June 4, 1958 in 
Lincoln. His teaching career began in Bertrand where he taught music for
 two years, later teaching band in Seward. In 1961, the family moved to 
St. Paul, where he taught music, primarily band, for over twenty years. 
In 1982, he and Maryth moved to Wolbach, where he was a music teacher 
for 5 years and in Greeley for 1 year. His career continued teaching 
elementary music in Doniphan, later to Spencer Naper where he was a 
school librarian, then to Clarkson where he was a media specialist for 
the next 12 years. In July 2003, the couple returned to St. Paul to 
retire. Maryth died Feb. 22, 2007.Bob served in the Nebraska Army National Guard for over 27 years, and was in the National Guard Band for 22 years.He was united in marriage to Kathryn (Reed) Peterson at the Sunken 
Gardens in Lincoln on Sept. 18, 2010. The couple lived in Lincoln their 
entire married life.Bob was a member of the Nebraska State Education Association, 
National Education Association, Nebraska Military Retiree Council and 
Carl Mogensen American Legion Post 119 of St. Paul. He was a member of 
the United Methodist Church in St. Paul and after moving to Lincoln, he 
was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.He enjoyed music, golfing and chasing the grandkids.He is survived by his wife, Kathryn Owen of Lincoln; children and 
spouses, David and Lorrie Owen of Aurora and Dawnell and Douglas Glunz 
of Grand Island; 4 grandchildren, Ashlyn and Adam Wilkes, Lance Glunz, 
Karissa and Ryan Fauss, and Arianna Owen; 7 great-grandchildren, Howard,
 Karli, Garrett, Zachary, Jakki, Laini and Naomi; and two brothers and 
one sister-in-law, Ronald Owen of Lincoln and Richard and Cindy Owen of 
Omaha.In addition to his first wife, Maryth, he was preceded in death by his parents.

Robert D. 'Bob' Owen

Joyce A. Horton, age 78, of Manhattan, died April 19, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.

She was born November 1, 1944, in Topeka, the daughter of Willis Myron and Helen E. (Connole) Horton.

Joyce worked in the kitchen at Geary Community Hospital in the 1960’s.

She enjoyed bowling and playing Bingo for many years.

Survivors
 include her sister Shirley Hemme and her husband Bob of Manhattan; many
 nieces and nephews; and great nieces and great nephews.

Joyce was preceded in death by her father in 2011, her mother in 2014, and her brother Don Horton in 2016.

Graveside
 services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 29th, at the Mt. 
Hope Cemetery in Topeka, with Ron Brown officiating.

Memorial
 contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice, Inc.
  Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen 
Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

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 </figure>Joyce A. Horton, age 78, of Manhattan, died April 19, 2023, at the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan.She was born November 1, 1944, in Topeka, the daughter of Willis Myron and Helen E. (Connole) Horton.Joyce worked in the kitchen at Geary Community Hospital in the 1960’s.She enjoyed bowling and playing Bingo for many years.Survivors
 include her sister Shirley Hemme and her husband Bob of Manhattan; many
 nieces and nephews; and great nieces and great nephews.Joyce was preceded in death by her father in 2011, her mother in 2014, and her brother Don Horton in 2016.Graveside
 services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, April 29th, at the Mt. 
Hope Cemetery in Topeka, with Ron Brown officiating.Memorial
 contributions may be made to Good Shepherd Homecare &amp; Hospice, Inc.
 Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen 
Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Joyce A. Horton

Barbara Ellen (Brown) West, of Plainville, Kansas, entered into 
her heavenly home on April 20, 2023,  at the age of 73 after a 
courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.

She was born 
on December 27, 1949, in Natoma, Kansas, to Kenneth and Viola (Baum) 
Brown. She graduated from Plainville High School in 1968. After 
graduation, Barb went to beauty school in Salina, Kansas, and this was 
also where she met the love of her life, Larry.

Barb 
and Larry were united in marriage on July 2, 1971 in Plainville, Kansas,&nbsp; and were inseparable for the next 52 years. They were blessed with three
 children; a boy, Travis, who died 5 days after birth, and two 
daughters, Jenny and Jaymme. Barb was a secretary for many years for her
 husbands welding service as well as her parents oil business, Kenny 
Brown Enterprises. Later on, she worked as a receptionist and was known 
as "the voice" of Dessin Fournir.

Barb was a beautiful 
and sweet soul and a woman of faith. Her family was her pride and joy 
and everything she did revolved around them. Whether it was playing 
cards with them, making food for them, or traveling for her grandkids’ 
sporting events every weekend. She was the best wife, Mama, Grandma, 
teacher, and biggest supporter of all. Barb loved to be outdoors and 
spent many years outside planting flowers and going fishing. She was an 
excellent fisherwoman, even known to out-fish Larry. Barb also had a 
knack for crafting, making wreaths, and crocheting blankets to name just
 a few more things that she loved and truly did well.

Barb
 is survived by her husband, Larry of Plainville; daughters, Jennifer 
Lynne Plante, Plainville, Jaymme Marie (Grant) Arnold,  McPherson; Five 
grandchildren; Chelsey West, Hays, Taylor Meitler, Bonner Springs, Jared
 Plante (Marissa Befort), Plainville, Justin Plante (Emma Humphrey), 
Plainville, Dawson Arnold, Manhattan.  Three brothers; Kenny (Rhonda) 
Brown Jr., Zurich, Blaine (Amy) Brown, Plainville, Shayne (Tierra) 
Brown, Plainville; Sister-in-law, Paula Brown, St. Paul, MN;  and 
Brother-in-law  Steve Ruder, Hays.

She is preceded in 
death by her parents, infant son Travis William West, sister Linda 
Ruder, brother Greg Brown, niece and nephews, Leslie Brown, Bo Brown and
 Andrew “Andy” Brown

A Memorial service will be held 
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the United Methodist Church 1002 
Madison Street in Plainville. Inurnment will follow at the Plainville 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, April 24th, from 4:00 – 8:00 
p.m. with the family present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home in Plainville.

Memorials are suggested to 
the Rooks County Health Center and Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center and 
may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Plainville, KS 
67663.

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 </figure>Barbara Ellen (Brown) West, of Plainville, Kansas, entered into 
her heavenly home on April 20, 2023, at the age of 73 after a 
courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.She was born 
on December 27, 1949, in Natoma, Kansas, to Kenneth and Viola (Baum) 
Brown. She graduated from Plainville High School in 1968. After 
graduation, Barb went to beauty school in Salina, Kansas, and this was 
also where she met the love of her life, Larry.Barb 
and Larry were united in marriage on July 2, 1971 in Plainville, Kansas,&nbsp; and were inseparable for the next 52 years. They were blessed with three
 children; a boy, Travis, who died 5 days after birth, and two 
daughters, Jenny and Jaymme. Barb was a secretary for many years for her
 husbands welding service as well as her parents oil business, Kenny 
Brown Enterprises. Later on, she worked as a receptionist and was known 
as "the voice" of Dessin Fournir.Barb was a beautiful 
and sweet soul and a woman of faith. Her family was her pride and joy 
and everything she did revolved around them. Whether it was playing 
cards with them, making food for them, or traveling for her grandkids’ 
sporting events every weekend. She was the best wife, Mama, Grandma, 
teacher, and biggest supporter of all. Barb loved to be outdoors and 
spent many years outside planting flowers and going fishing. She was an 
excellent fisherwoman, even known to out-fish Larry. Barb also had a 
knack for crafting, making wreaths, and crocheting blankets to name just
 a few more things that she loved and truly did well.Barb
 is survived by her husband, Larry of Plainville; daughters, Jennifer 
Lynne Plante, Plainville, Jaymme Marie (Grant) Arnold, McPherson; Five 
grandchildren; Chelsey West, Hays, Taylor Meitler, Bonner Springs, Jared
 Plante (Marissa Befort), Plainville, Justin Plante (Emma Humphrey), 
Plainville, Dawson Arnold, Manhattan. Three brothers; Kenny (Rhonda) 
Brown Jr., Zurich, Blaine (Amy) Brown, Plainville, Shayne (Tierra) 
Brown, Plainville; Sister-in-law, Paula Brown, St. Paul, MN; and 
Brother-in-law Steve Ruder, Hays.She is preceded in 
death by her parents, infant son Travis William West, sister Linda 
Ruder, brother Greg Brown, niece and nephews, Leslie Brown, Bo Brown and
 Andrew “Andy” BrownA Memorial service will be held 
10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023, at the United Methodist Church 1002 
Madison Street in Plainville. Inurnment will follow at the Plainville 
Cemetery. Visitation will be held Monday, April 24th, from 4:00 – 8:00 
p.m. with the family present from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Plumer-Overlease 
Funeral Home in Plainville.Memorials are suggested to 
the Rooks County Health Center and Dreiling Schmidt Cancer Center and 
may be sent to Plumer-Overlease Funeral Home, 320 SW 2nd Plainville, KS 
67663.

Barbara 'Barb' Ellen West

Thomas Dale Bonewitz, age 78, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at his home in Deming, New Mexico with his sons by his side. He died one week after being diagnosed with Stage IV cancer.&nbsp;

Tom was born October 30, 1944, in Ottawa, Kansas. He grew up in Manhattan, Kansas and graduated from Manhattan High School in 1962. He served in the US Navy from 1962-1968 and was assigned to the USS Sperry and USS Pawcatuck during his service. He returned to Manhattan and graduated from Kansas State University a short time later. Tom was an Insurance Agent for most of his career.&nbsp;

He is survived by his two sons, Alan Bonewitz of Liberty, Missouri and Adam Bonewitz (Jessica) of Wamego, Kansas. Tom adored his five grandchildren, Brianna, Riley, Oliver, William, and Lucy. He was also very fond of two special girls he would see during his summer trips to Kansas, Taryn and Laynee Shepard of Manhattan, Kansas. Tom is also survived by a sister, Connie Ulmer (John) of Topeka, a brother, Don Bonewitz (Nancy) of Manhattan, a brother-in-law Curt Hanson of Loveland, CO, and his aunt, Ruth Eversmeyer of Mt Juliet, TN. He was known as “Uncle Tom” to three nieces and two nephews as well as all their children (and their children as well). He is also survived by many cousins and friends. Tom loved animals and left behind his two small dogs, Rudy and Suzie.&nbsp;

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Cora Jane Bonewitz and his sister, Bonnie Bonewitz Hanson.&nbsp;

He had millions of hobbies throughout his life and especially loved the outdoors. He bought an RV after selling his home and property in Kansas in 2008 and would travel the Southern United States every winter every year since then. He would return to Kansas each summer and would park his RV at a friend’s home north of Manhattan, KS. He met a ton of great friends throughout these travels.&nbsp;

Tom was very satisfied with his life at the time of his death and was confident he would have eternal salvation. He remarked in the months prior to his death that he was so thrilled he had found his latest hobby (rock-hounding in the mountains of New Mexico) that he could devote so much passion to. He made beautiful creations with the rocks he had collected. He was very close with many of his friends he had made in the past few winters in Deming, NM.&nbsp;

A celebration of life will be held at Faith Manhattan Church (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ShdMspCzj29ucwue7">1921 Barnes Rd, Manhattan, KS</a>) on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 10am. Tom’s ashes have already been laid to rest at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in Manhattan.

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 </figure>Thomas Dale Bonewitz, age 78, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at his home in Deming, New Mexico with his sons by his side. He died one week after being diagnosed with Stage IV cancer.&nbsp;Tom was born October 30, 1944, in Ottawa, Kansas. He grew up in Manhattan, Kansas and graduated from Manhattan High School in 1962. He served in the US Navy from 1962-1968 and was assigned to the USS Sperry and USS Pawcatuck during his service. He returned to Manhattan and graduated from Kansas State University a short time later. Tom was an Insurance Agent for most of his career.&nbsp;He is survived by his two sons, Alan Bonewitz of Liberty, Missouri and Adam Bonewitz (Jessica) of Wamego, Kansas. Tom adored his five grandchildren, Brianna, Riley, Oliver, William, and Lucy. He was also very fond of two special girls he would see during his summer trips to Kansas, Taryn and Laynee Shepard of Manhattan, Kansas. Tom is also survived by a sister, Connie Ulmer (John) of Topeka, a brother, Don Bonewitz (Nancy) of Manhattan, a brother-in-law Curt Hanson of Loveland, CO, and his aunt, Ruth Eversmeyer of Mt Juliet, TN. He was known as “Uncle Tom” to three nieces and two nephews as well as all their children (and their children as well). He is also survived by many cousins and friends. Tom loved animals and left behind his two small dogs, Rudy and Suzie.&nbsp;Tom was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph and Cora Jane Bonewitz and his sister, Bonnie Bonewitz Hanson.&nbsp;He had millions of hobbies throughout his life and especially loved the outdoors. He bought an RV after selling his home and property in Kansas in 2008 and would travel the Southern United States every winter every year since then. He would return to Kansas each summer and would park his RV at a friend’s home north of Manhattan, KS. He met a ton of great friends throughout these travels.&nbsp;Tom was very satisfied with his life at the time of his death and was confident he would have eternal salvation. He remarked in the months prior to his death that he was so thrilled he had found his latest hobby (rock-hounding in the mountains of New Mexico) that he could devote so much passion to. He made beautiful creations with the rocks he had collected. He was very close with many of his friends he had made in the past few winters in Deming, NM.&nbsp;A celebration of life will be held at Faith Manhattan Church (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ShdMspCzj29ucwue7">1921 Barnes Rd, Manhattan, KS</a>) on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at 10am. Tom’s ashes have already been laid to rest at the Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in Manhattan.

Thomas 'Tom' Dale Bonewitz

Arlon Lee Meek, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at his home in Manhattan, Kansas.

Arlon
 was born on February 1, 1952, in Clay Center, Kansas, to Archie and Osa 
Meek. He attended grade school through high school in Clay Center. After
 high school, he attended Cloud County Community College and then 
transferred to Kansas State. After graduating from Kansas State, he was 
hired as the Procurement Officer for the Chemistry/Biochemistry 
Department. Arlon worked for Kansas State his entire career, working 
there for 32 years. He retired in 2010.   Arlon had many friends 
throughout his life that he made from being at K-State and through his 
music.

Arlon is survived by his longtime 
girlfriend/partner Betsy Blair. He is also survived by his only son 
Jeremy Meek and his wife Tammy of Manhattan, KS, sister Sharon Graham in
 Prescott, AZ, niece (Washington State) and nephews in Arizona. He is 
preceded in death by his parents Archie and Osa Meek, and his only 
grand-daughter Savanna Elaine Meek.

Arlon's first love 
was music and he carried that love throughout his entire life. He 
started learning to play the guitar at a young age and formed his first 
band in eighth grade named the Moondogs. Arlon was a talented musician, a
 master guitar player and a versatile singer. He played with bands 
including the MoJo's, Hickory Wind, Evensong, Country Joys, and the 
Nightriders. In the '70s, he was a member of The Timber Creek Band. In 
the '80s, his band was called The Cruisers. The Cruisers played all over 
Kansas and their songs were even played on the oldies station. In the 
1990s, he had a duo group called The Sidekicks.

His love 
for music never stopped, and even after the band days and the duo were 
done, he couldn't stay away. He enjoyed going to jams with all his 
musician friends in different towns near Manhattan. Recently, he was in 
the group Denims and Lace. He enjoyed playing with them and he met many 
people throughout the years and stayed in contact with life-long 
friends.

When he was not playing music, he enjoyed his 
cat, doing yard work and sitting in his backyard enjoying the weather. 
Arlon also enjoyed old movies and westerns. Arlon was a great writer and
 wrote many short stories and in his younger years was an avid book 
reader. He enjoyed going to car shows and entering his own vehicles into
 the contests. Arlon actually won multiple trophies for his 1983 Bronco 
and his 1979 Pontiac Grand Am.

Visitation will be Tuesday April 25, 2023, at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan from 6:00-7:30 pm.

Arlon's
 Funeral Service will be Wednesday April 26, 2023, at 10:00 am at the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan. Graveside services
 will be held following the funeral at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay 
Center, Kansas at 1:30p.m.

The family requests in lieu 
of flowers that memorial contributions can be made to the American SIDS 
Institute (www.sids.org) or The CAT Association of Topeka 
https://www.topekacat.org/. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, 
Kansas 66502. Online condolences may be left for the family through the 
funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com

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 </figure>Arlon Lee Meek, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at his home in Manhattan, Kansas. Arlon
 was born on February 1, 1952, in Clay Center, Kansas, to Archie and Osa 
Meek. He attended grade school through high school in Clay Center. After
 high school, he attended Cloud County Community College and then 
transferred to Kansas State. After graduating from Kansas State, he was 
hired as the Procurement Officer for the Chemistry/Biochemistry 
Department. Arlon worked for Kansas State his entire career, working 
there for 32 years. He retired in 2010. Arlon had many friends 
throughout his life that he made from being at K-State and through his 
music.Arlon is survived by his longtime 
girlfriend/partner Betsy Blair. He is also survived by his only son 
Jeremy Meek and his wife Tammy of Manhattan, KS, sister Sharon Graham in
 Prescott, AZ, niece (Washington State) and nephews in Arizona. He is 
preceded in death by his parents Archie and Osa Meek, and his only 
grand-daughter Savanna Elaine Meek.Arlon's first love 
was music and he carried that love throughout his entire life. He 
started learning to play the guitar at a young age and formed his first 
band in eighth grade named the Moondogs. Arlon was a talented musician, a
 master guitar player and a versatile singer. He played with bands 
including the MoJo's, Hickory Wind, Evensong, Country Joys, and the 
Nightriders. In the '70s, he was a member of The Timber Creek Band. In 
the '80s, his band was called The Cruisers. The Cruisers played all over 
Kansas and their songs were even played on the oldies station. In the 
1990s, he had a duo group called The Sidekicks.His love 
for music never stopped, and even after the band days and the duo were 
done, he couldn't stay away. He enjoyed going to jams with all his 
musician friends in different towns near Manhattan. Recently, he was in 
the group Denims and Lace. He enjoyed playing with them and he met many 
people throughout the years and stayed in contact with life-long 
friends.When he was not playing music, he enjoyed his 
cat, doing yard work and sitting in his backyard enjoying the weather. 
Arlon also enjoyed old movies and westerns. Arlon was a great writer and
 wrote many short stories and in his younger years was an avid book 
reader. He enjoyed going to car shows and entering his own vehicles into
 the contests. Arlon actually won multiple trophies for his 1983 Bronco 
and his 1979 Pontiac Grand Am.Visitation will be Tuesday April 25, 2023, at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan from 6:00-7:30 pm.Arlon's
 Funeral Service will be Wednesday April 26, 2023, at 10:00 am at the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan. Graveside services
 will be held following the funeral at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay 
Center, Kansas at 1:30p.m.The family requests in lieu 
of flowers that memorial contributions can be made to the American SIDS 
Institute (www.sids.org) or The CAT Association of Topeka 
https://www.topekacat.org/. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, 
Kansas 66502. Online condolences may be left for the family through the 
funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com

Arlon Lee Meek

We are sad to announce the passing of Charles Earl “Chuck” Bussing.  
Chuck passed away surrounded by his family at the age of 90 on April 19,
 2023.

Chuck was born in Del Norte, Colorado, on 
October 30, 1932.  He graduated high school in Fredrick Colorado in 
1950, completed his BA in Geography from University of Northern Colorado
 in 1958, MA in Geography from University of Colorado in 1961, and his 
PhD in Geography from the University of Nebraska in 1964.  He taught at 
the Kansas State University from 1964 to 1998.  He did a sabbatical at 
the University of Auckland in NZ 1970.

During his 
career at KSU, he had many distinguished accomplishments including 
mentoring a great group of PhD students who went on to have illustrious 
careers in their own right.  Some of his more notable accomplishments 
were being on Faculty Senate for 4 terms, Chair of the Faculty salary 
and fringe benefit subcommittee, Chair of the International Studies 
Committee, Director of International Programs, and Program Associate for
 the International Title XII Strengthening Grant from 1979 – 1990.

Chuck
 was one who loved to get together and be a part of, and a leader of 
groups that talked about important topics.   In service of that, he was 
the organizer for 7 conferences sponsored by the American Association of
 Geographers, the Tri-University Center for Latin American Studies, 
International Studies, and the Farming Systems Research Group.

Chuck
 spent his life gathering experiences, stories, information, friends – I
 don’t say acquaintances, because acquaintances always became friends – 
and especially friends who have that twinkle of playfulness and 
inquisitiveness.  Titles didn’t matter, money didn’t matter, what really
 mattered was his passion for learning and collaborating/conspiring to 
enjoy a good story and learn more.

Chuck is survived by
 his loving wife Sandy, his daughter Heather (John) and her boys Alex 
&amp; Holden, and his son Greg (Tracy) and his sons Austin (Caroline), 
Anderson, &amp; Avery (Sarah).  He was pre-deceased by his parents, 
Warren &amp; Mildred Bussing &amp; his brother Dick Bussing.

There
 will be a Celebration of Life for Chuck at Meadowlark Hills Event 
Center, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, from 2 – 4 PM on Wednesday 
April 26, 2023.

In
 lieu of flowers of gifts, you can donate to the Konza Prairie in memory
 of Chuck <a href="HTTPS://giving.ksufoundation.org/campaigns/17447/donations/new">HERE</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>We are sad to announce the passing of Charles Earl “Chuck” Bussing. 
Chuck passed away surrounded by his family at the age of 90 on April 19,
 2023.Chuck was born in Del Norte, Colorado, on 
October 30, 1932. He graduated high school in Fredrick Colorado in 
1950, completed his BA in Geography from University of Northern Colorado
 in 1958, MA in Geography from University of Colorado in 1961, and his 
PhD in Geography from the University of Nebraska in 1964. He taught at 
the Kansas State University from 1964 to 1998. He did a sabbatical at 
the University of Auckland in NZ 1970.During his 
career at KSU, he had many distinguished accomplishments including 
mentoring a great group of PhD students who went on to have illustrious 
careers in their own right. Some of his more notable accomplishments 
were being on Faculty Senate for 4 terms, Chair of the Faculty salary 
and fringe benefit subcommittee, Chair of the International Studies 
Committee, Director of International Programs, and Program Associate for
 the International Title XII Strengthening Grant from 1979 – 1990.Chuck
 was one who loved to get together and be a part of, and a leader of 
groups that talked about important topics. In service of that, he was 
the organizer for 7 conferences sponsored by the American Association of
 Geographers, the Tri-University Center for Latin American Studies, 
International Studies, and the Farming Systems Research Group.Chuck
 spent his life gathering experiences, stories, information, friends – I
 don’t say acquaintances, because acquaintances always became friends – 
and especially friends who have that twinkle of playfulness and 
inquisitiveness. Titles didn’t matter, money didn’t matter, what really
 mattered was his passion for learning and collaborating/conspiring to 
enjoy a good story and learn more.Chuck is survived by
 his loving wife Sandy, his daughter Heather (John) and her boys Alex 
&amp; Holden, and his son Greg (Tracy) and his sons Austin (Caroline), 
Anderson, &amp; Avery (Sarah). He was pre-deceased by his parents, 
Warren &amp; Mildred Bussing &amp; his brother Dick Bussing.There
 will be a Celebration of Life for Chuck at Meadowlark Hills Event 
Center, 2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, from 2 – 4 PM on Wednesday 
April 26, 2023.In
 lieu of flowers of gifts, you can donate to the Konza Prairie in memory
 of Chuck <a href="HTTPS://giving.ksufoundation.org/campaigns/17447/donations/new">HERE</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Charles Earl 'Chuck' Bussing

Charles Richard Russell 76 of Beloit, Kansas, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather died April 17, 2023. He was born December 31, 1946 to Carl H. and Dorothy A. (Anderson) Russell in the Concordia Hospital, Concordia, Kansas the 9th&nbsp;of 10 children.

He attended Courtland Elementary School and graduated from Courtland High School Class of 1965. He attended Beloit Vo Tech, Beloit, Kansas before being drafted into the Army in May 1967. He served in Fort Still in Oklahoma until he was transferred to Vietnam. He returned home in July 1968. He then went to work for Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District. In addition to that he farmed.

He married his High School sweetheart, Olive June Dunstan in Formoso, Kansas June 5, 1966. They are the parents of Lori, Jodi and Larry.

In later years he joined his wife in retail in Superior, Nebraska and then the two of them worked as sales reps covering the entire state of Nebraska until retiring in Beloit, Kansas.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, children Lori and Mike Stenson, Courtland, Kansas; Jodi and Adam Mosher, Beloit, Kansas and Larry Russell, Beloit, Kansas; eight grandchildren: Brittany Stenson, Cassidy Stenson, Leslie (Dan) Robinson, Riley Stenson, John (Sabrina) Mosher, Jared Mosher, Jeremy Mosher, Jayden Mosher; five great grandchildren: Khonor Craig, Maverick Mosher, Owen Mosher, Everleigh Mosher and Nash Mosher. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers Beverly Sothers, Courtland, Kansas; Maxine (Jan) Fredrickson, Quinter, Kansas; Penny (Don) True, Council, Grove, Kansas; Kenny (Mary) Russell, Abilene, Kansas; sisters-in-law Verlee Russell, Fort Collins, Colorado; Joanne Russell, Scandia, Kansas; and Kay Russell, Wamego, Kansas; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and numerous friends.

Memorial services held on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 1 pm from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Brian Faust officiating.

Music was recordings of “Just A Closer Walk With Thee,” “I Hope You Dance,” and “Tumbling Tumbleweed.”

Book signing visitation held on April 26, 2023 from 1 pm to 8 pm with the family present from 5-7 to greet friends.

Pallbearers are his grandchildren Brittany Stenson, Cassidy Stenson, Leslie Stenson, Riley Stenson, John Mosher, Jared Mosher, Jeremy Mosher and Jayden Mosher. Honorary Pallbearers are his great grandchildren Khonor Craig, Nash Mosher, Everleigh Mosher, Maverick Mosher, and Owen Mosher.

Inurnment with Military Honors at 3:30 pm in the Elmwood Cemetery at Beloit, Kansas with Kristi Arasmith officiating.

Memorials to Charles R. Russell memorial fund to be determined at a later time

Condolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N Commercial, Superior, Nebraska 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com.

Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

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 </figure>Charles Richard Russell 76 of Beloit, Kansas, beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather died April 17, 2023. He was born December 31, 1946 to Carl H. and Dorothy A. (Anderson) Russell in the Concordia Hospital, Concordia, Kansas the 9th&nbsp;of 10 children.He attended Courtland Elementary School and graduated from Courtland High School Class of 1965. He attended Beloit Vo Tech, Beloit, Kansas before being drafted into the Army in May 1967. He served in Fort Still in Oklahoma until he was transferred to Vietnam. He returned home in July 1968. He then went to work for Kansas Bostwick Irrigation District. In addition to that he farmed.He married his High School sweetheart, Olive June Dunstan in Formoso, Kansas June 5, 1966. They are the parents of Lori, Jodi and Larry.In later years he joined his wife in retail in Superior, Nebraska and then the two of them worked as sales reps covering the entire state of Nebraska until retiring in Beloit, Kansas.He is survived by his wife of 56 years, children Lori and Mike Stenson, Courtland, Kansas; Jodi and Adam Mosher, Beloit, Kansas and Larry Russell, Beloit, Kansas; eight grandchildren: Brittany Stenson, Cassidy Stenson, Leslie (Dan) Robinson, Riley Stenson, John (Sabrina) Mosher, Jared Mosher, Jeremy Mosher, Jayden Mosher; five great grandchildren: Khonor Craig, Maverick Mosher, Owen Mosher, Everleigh Mosher and Nash Mosher. He is also survived by his sisters and brothers Beverly Sothers, Courtland, Kansas; Maxine (Jan) Fredrickson, Quinter, Kansas; Penny (Don) True, Council, Grove, Kansas; Kenny (Mary) Russell, Abilene, Kansas; sisters-in-law Verlee Russell, Fort Collins, Colorado; Joanne Russell, Scandia, Kansas; and Kay Russell, Wamego, Kansas; and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, and numerous friends.Memorial services held on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at 1 pm from the Megrue-Price Funeral Home in Superior, Nebraska with Pastor Brian Faust officiating.Music was recordings of “Just A Closer Walk With Thee,” “I Hope You Dance,” and “Tumbling Tumbleweed.”Book signing visitation held on April 26, 2023 from 1 pm to 8 pm with the family present from 5-7 to greet friends.Pallbearers are his grandchildren Brittany Stenson, Cassidy Stenson, Leslie Stenson, Riley Stenson, John Mosher, Jared Mosher, Jeremy Mosher and Jayden Mosher. Honorary Pallbearers are his great grandchildren Khonor Craig, Nash Mosher, Everleigh Mosher, Maverick Mosher, and Owen Mosher.Inurnment with Military Honors at 3:30 pm in the Elmwood Cemetery at Beloit, Kansas with Kristi Arasmith officiating.Memorials to Charles R. Russell memorial fund to be determined at a later timeCondolences may be sent to Megrue-Price Funeral Home, 750 N Commercial, Superior, Nebraska 68978 or in care of www.pricefuneralhomes.com.Megrue-Price Funeral Home of Superior, Nebraska was in charge of the arrangements.

Charles R. Russell

February 1, 1952
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 18, 2023

An obituary is pending with Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Arlon--L.-Meek?obId=27756313#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 18, 2023An obituary is pending with Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Arlon--L.-Meek?obId=27756313#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Arlon L. Meek

Alberta “Bert” Stallbaumer, 83, Topeka, Kansas, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023. 
 Bert was born March 23, 1940, in Corning, Kansas, the daughter of 
Albert and Anna Rusche Ronnebaum and graduated from Corning High School 
in 1957. On June 1, 1957, Alberta and Garylee Stallbaumer were united in
 marriage, sharing 65 years together. Bert was a member of 
Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church. She collected angels, loved 
her Yorkies and Keith Urban. She loved to travel, visiting most of the 
United States and Europe. Bert was a wonderful cook and shared that 
talent at Assumption Grade School for 17 years. She loved her family 
dearly and was a wonderful homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother. She 
will be greatly missed. Grateful to have shared her life are 
her husband, Gary; their children, Dennis Stallbaumer (Kim), Denise 
Smidt (Fred), DeAnna Evans (Gary) and Rhonda Combs (Mike); 
grandchildren, Colleen, Holly and Jesey; great-grandchildren, Tara, 
Brynn, Abram and Elora; her siblings, Maxine Hochard, Nancy Ronnebaum 
and Marlin Ronnebaum. She was preceded in death by her sister, Norma 
Koerperich. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, 
April 26, at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. at the Church and will be
 livestreamed on the funeral home Facebook page. Burial will follow in 
West Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made
 to the Alzheimer’s Association or Mother Teresa of Calcutta Church, 
sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, 
Topeka, KS 66614. Condolences may be sent online to <a href="http://www.kevinbrennanfamily.com" target="_blank">www.kevinbrennanfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Alberta “Bert” Stallbaumer, 83, Topeka, Kansas, passed away Thursday, April 20, 2023. 
 Bert was born March 23, 1940, in Corning, Kansas, the daughter of 
Albert and Anna Rusche Ronnebaum and graduated from Corning High School 
in 1957. On June 1, 1957, Alberta and Garylee Stallbaumer were united in
 marriage, sharing 65 years together. Bert was a member of 
Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church. She collected angels, loved 
her Yorkies and Keith Urban. She loved to travel, visiting most of the 
United States and Europe. Bert was a wonderful cook and shared that 
talent at Assumption Grade School for 17 years. She loved her family 
dearly and was a wonderful homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother. She 
will be greatly missed. Grateful to have shared her life are 
her husband, Gary; their children, Dennis Stallbaumer (Kim), Denise 
Smidt (Fred), DeAnna Evans (Gary) and Rhonda Combs (Mike); 
grandchildren, Colleen, Holly and Jesey; great-grandchildren, Tara, 
Brynn, Abram and Elora; her siblings, Maxine Hochard, Nancy Ronnebaum 
and Marlin Ronnebaum. She was preceded in death by her sister, Norma 
Koerperich. Visitation will be from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesday, 
April 26, at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church. Mass of 
Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. at the Church and will be
 livestreamed on the funeral home Facebook page. Burial will follow in 
West Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made
 to the Alzheimer’s Association or Mother Teresa of Calcutta Church, 
sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, 
Topeka, KS 66614. Condolences may be sent online to <a href="http://www.kevinbrennanfamily.com" target="_blank">www.kevinbrennanfamily.com</a>.&nbsp;

Alberta 'Bert' Stallbaumer

Marc Lane Fosdick, 62, of Oak Hill, KS, died 
Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in a farming accident at the farm where he 
lived with his girlfriend, Rose Scott.

Marc was born April 6, 1961, in Concordia, KS, the son of Patricia (Craig) Bonde and Darrel Fosdick.

Marc graduated from Miltonvale High School in 1980 and attended Beloit Vo-Tech.&nbsp; He married several times and lived in various locations and states.&nbsp; 

He was a carpenter at the time of his death.&nbsp; In
 his spare time, you might find him with a chainsaw in his hands cutting 
firewood or cedar trees in the pasture, at a local pond (or a secret 
honey-hole) trying to catch the most elusive fish, in the garden 
planting, watering, weeding and harvesting produce, or in the kitchen 
cooking, canning or baking something flavorful and yummy.

Marc is proceeded in death by his mother Patricia Bonde, half-brothers Patrick Smith and Tracy Fosdick and his grandparents.

Survivors include his girlfriend Rose and their 
pets, several friends, and neighbors he loved dearly, his father Darrel 
Fosdick of Clyde, KS; sister, Jacque (Fosdick) Kimble; brother, Lance 
Fosdick; half-sister, Terri (Fosdick) Rush of Salina; stepsister, Angie 
(Fosdick) Callihan of Concordia, and aunts and cousins.&nbsp; 

A Celebration of Life gathering is scheduled for 2 –
 4 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Miltonvale Senior Center in 
Miltonvale KS.

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 </figure>Marc Lane Fosdick, 62, of Oak Hill, KS, died 
Tuesday, April 18, 2023, in a farming accident at the farm where he 
lived with his girlfriend, Rose Scott.Marc was born April 6, 1961, in Concordia, KS, the son of Patricia (Craig) Bonde and Darrel Fosdick.Marc graduated from Miltonvale High School in 1980 and attended Beloit Vo-Tech.&nbsp; He married several times and lived in various locations and states.&nbsp; He was a carpenter at the time of his death.&nbsp; In
 his spare time, you might find him with a chainsaw in his hands cutting 
firewood or cedar trees in the pasture, at a local pond (or a secret 
honey-hole) trying to catch the most elusive fish, in the garden 
planting, watering, weeding and harvesting produce, or in the kitchen 
cooking, canning or baking something flavorful and yummy.Marc is proceeded in death by his mother Patricia Bonde, half-brothers Patrick Smith and Tracy Fosdick and his grandparents.Survivors include his girlfriend Rose and their 
pets, several friends, and neighbors he loved dearly, his father Darrel 
Fosdick of Clyde, KS; sister, Jacque (Fosdick) Kimble; brother, Lance 
Fosdick; half-sister, Terri (Fosdick) Rush of Salina; stepsister, Angie 
(Fosdick) Callihan of Concordia, and aunts and cousins.&nbsp; A Celebration of Life gathering is scheduled for 2 –
 4 p.m. Saturday, May 20, 2023, at the Miltonvale Senior Center in 
Miltonvale KS.

Marc Fosdick

William
 "Bill" Eugene Kagle Jr. was born to William Eugene Kagle Sr. and
 Kathleen June (Snyder) Kagle on October 20th, 1947, in Concordia, KS. 
He passed away peacefully at Marquis Place, Concordia, on April 20, 2023,&nbsp; at the age of 75.

&nbsp;Bill
 was a 1965 graduate of Concordia High School. After a brief time at 
Fort Hays State, he was drafted into the U.S. Army November of 1966 at 
the height of the Vietnam War. Due to an injury, he was honorably 
discharged November of 1968 with ranking of Sergeant (E-5). As a result 
of his service, Bill was awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, 
Sharpshooter Weapons Qualification Medal, National Defense Service 
Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Combat 
Infantry Badge. Upon his discharge, Bill returned to Concordia and had 
long term employment with Scrivner- Boogaarts. During later years, he 
drove a mail truck to drop off points for rural carriers. Bill was also 
hired as extra help by many area farmers and friends. They likely 
enjoyed his help but more so the laughter and stories he shared. 

Bill
 made friends easily with his infectious warm personality and great 
sense of humor. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family, fishing 
and sitting outdoors with a book in hand. He was an avid reader and 
could discuss many topics. Bill suffered the loss and heartache of his 
son Eli Wade Kagle in August of 2015. His joy was to watch grandson Sean
 Kagle grow up. In July of 2020, Bill suffered a life altering stroke 
and wanted care to be in Concordia. Marquis Place made this possible 
from December of 2020 until his passing.

&nbsp;Bill was preceded in death by his son Eli, parents Bill Sr. and Kathleen, and great nephew Clayton McGuire. 

He
 is survived by grandson Sean Kagle and mother Tera McClure, both of 
Eldorado, KS; siblings Patsy Rasmussen (Robert), Cornville, AZ; Janet 
McKenna (Kenny), Oklahoma City, OK; Laura Hopkins- Cockroft (Richard), 
Bavaria, KS; Lonnie Kagle, Concordia, KS, along with three generations 
of nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, and Aunt Dorothy Snyder. 

The
 family thanks ALL the staff at Marquis Place for their care and 
kindness throughout Bill’s medical ups and downs, the Veterans 
Association of Wichita, KS, for the assistance to obtain all the 
deserved benefits for his care and Meadowlark Hospice of Clay Center, 
KS, for their diligence and support during Bill’s final weeks.

Bill’s
 wishes were to be cremated under arrangements of Chaput-Buoy Funeral 
Home. A private family gathering will take place at a future date. In 
honor of Bill a memorial has been established for his grandson's 
education fund. Please make checks payable to Tera McClure c/o 
Chaput-Buoy, 325 W. 6th Street, Concordia, KS, 66901. 

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 </figure>William
 "Bill" Eugene Kagle Jr. was born to William Eugene Kagle Sr. and
 Kathleen June (Snyder) Kagle on October 20th, 1947, in Concordia, KS. 
He passed away peacefully at Marquis Place, Concordia, on April 20, 2023,&nbsp; at the age of 75.&nbsp;Bill
 was a 1965 graduate of Concordia High School. After a brief time at 
Fort Hays State, he was drafted into the U.S. Army November of 1966 at 
the height of the Vietnam War. Due to an injury, he was honorably 
discharged November of 1968 with ranking of Sergeant (E-5). As a result 
of his service, Bill was awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star Medal, 
Sharpshooter Weapons Qualification Medal, National Defense Service 
Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal and the Combat 
Infantry Badge. Upon his discharge, Bill returned to Concordia and had 
long term employment with Scrivner- Boogaarts. During later years, he 
drove a mail truck to drop off points for rural carriers. Bill was also 
hired as extra help by many area farmers and friends. They likely 
enjoyed his help but more so the laughter and stories he shared. Bill
 made friends easily with his infectious warm personality and great 
sense of humor. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family, fishing 
and sitting outdoors with a book in hand. He was an avid reader and 
could discuss many topics. Bill suffered the loss and heartache of his 
son Eli Wade Kagle in August of 2015. His joy was to watch grandson Sean
 Kagle grow up. In July of 2020, Bill suffered a life altering stroke 
and wanted care to be in Concordia. Marquis Place made this possible 
from December of 2020 until his passing.&nbsp;Bill was preceded in death by his son Eli, parents Bill Sr. and Kathleen, and great nephew Clayton McGuire. He
 is survived by grandson Sean Kagle and mother Tera McClure, both of 
Eldorado, KS; siblings Patsy Rasmussen (Robert), Cornville, AZ; Janet 
McKenna (Kenny), Oklahoma City, OK; Laura Hopkins- Cockroft (Richard), 
Bavaria, KS; Lonnie Kagle, Concordia, KS, along with three generations 
of nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, and Aunt Dorothy Snyder. The
 family thanks ALL the staff at Marquis Place for their care and 
kindness throughout Bill’s medical ups and downs, the Veterans 
Association of Wichita, KS, for the assistance to obtain all the 
deserved benefits for his care and Meadowlark Hospice of Clay Center, 
KS, for their diligence and support during Bill’s final weeks.Bill’s
 wishes were to be cremated under arrangements of Chaput-Buoy Funeral 
Home. A private family gathering will take place at a future date. In 
honor of Bill a memorial has been established for his grandson's 
education fund. Please make checks payable to Tera McClure c/o 
Chaput-Buoy, 325 W. 6th Street, Concordia, KS, 66901. Think of Bill with a smile.

William 'Bill' Eugene Kagle Jr. 

Coyla C. Neuman, age 89, of Manhattan, died April 19, 2023, at the Homestead Assisted Living in Manhattan.

She was born on August 3, 1933, in Joliet, Illinois.

Private family services will be held in Illinois at the Oakwood Cemetery in Wilmington, Illinois.

The Yorgesen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan is assisting the family with service arrangements.

Coyla C. Neuman, age 89, of Manhattan, died April 19, 2023, at the Homestead Assisted Living in Manhattan.She was born on August 3, 1933, in Joliet, Illinois.Private family services will be held in Illinois at the Oakwood Cemetery in Wilmington, Illinois.The Yorgesen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan is assisting the family with service arrangements.

Coyla C. Neuman

October 30, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 19, 2023

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

Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Chuck--Bussing?obId=27756750#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>October 30, 1932
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 April 19, 2023An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Chuck--Bussing?obId=27756750#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

Chuck Bussing

Charles Reynolds Fleeker, age 79, passed away on April 18th, at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

He was born on June 22, 1943, to William Lloyd Fleeker and Ruth Elaine Olmsted Fleeker.

On
 November 26, 1972, he was married to Judy Picolet.  Judy survives of 
the home.  Additional survivors include their two sons: Randal (Kari) 
Fleeker and Christopher Fleeker all of Manhattan; Charles has a daughter
 Frances Comer of Olathe, KS; five grandchildren and six 
great-grandchildren.

Charles graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 1961.

He worked for many years as a sheet metal worker and also owned several rental properties in Manhattan.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Tom Fleeker, and his sister Billie Louise Steavenson.

The
 family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 
26th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.  Private family 
graveside services will be held in Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with 
Dave Geldart officiating.

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

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

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 </figure>Charles Reynolds Fleeker, age 79, passed away on April 18th, at the Leonardville Nursing Home.He was born on June 22, 1943, to William Lloyd Fleeker and Ruth Elaine Olmsted Fleeker.On
 November 26, 1972, he was married to Judy Picolet. Judy survives of 
the home. Additional survivors include their two sons: Randal (Kari) 
Fleeker and Christopher Fleeker all of Manhattan; Charles has a daughter
 Frances Comer of Olathe, KS; five grandchildren and six 
great-grandchildren.Charles graduated from Manhattan High School with the class of 1961.He worked for many years as a sheet metal worker and also owned several rental properties in Manhattan.Charles was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Tom Fleeker, and his sister Billie Louise Steavenson.The
 family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 
26th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Private family 
graveside services will be held in Sunset Cemetery in Manhattan, with 
Dave Geldart officiating.Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page.Memorial
 contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association. 
Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen 
Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Charles R. Fleeker

Janice K. McGranahan, 82, passed away April, 17, 2023, at Oakley Place in Rossville.

She was born on October 26, 1940, in Beloit, Kansas. Jan was the only child of Lavere and Francis LaCoe.

Janice LaCoe and Richard Magette were married on June 9, 1960. 
Richard passed away on May 26, 1973. Jan and Donald V. McGranahan were 
united in marriage on March 24, 1977. Don passed away on February 1, 
2022. Jan was also preceded in death by her father, mother, and 
step-father Keith Davis, her sons Damon and Shannon Magette, and 
step-grandson Jared Cheek. 

Jan is survived by her son Brandon (Joan) 
Magette, St, Marys, step-children Debra Kubes, Ness City, Trudy Padilla,
 Carbondale, Donald (LeAnn) McGranahan, Topeka, and Bruce McGranahan, 
Wamego, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Per Jan's request there will be no services. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.

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 </figure>Janice K. McGranahan, 82, passed away April, 17, 2023, at Oakley Place in Rossville.She was born on October 26, 1940, in Beloit, Kansas. Jan was the only child of Lavere and Francis LaCoe.Janice LaCoe and Richard Magette were married on June 9, 1960. 
Richard passed away on May 26, 1973. Jan and Donald V. McGranahan were 
united in marriage on March 24, 1977. Don passed away on February 1, 
2022. Jan was also preceded in death by her father, mother, and 
step-father Keith Davis, her sons Damon and Shannon Magette, and 
step-grandson Jared Cheek. Jan is survived by her son Brandon (Joan) 
Magette, St, Marys, step-children Debra Kubes, Ness City, Trudy Padilla,
 Carbondale, Donald (LeAnn) McGranahan, Topeka, and Bruce McGranahan, 
Wamego, along with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Per Jan's request there will be no services. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.

Janice K. McGranahan

Connie Christine Wharton, 71, of Clay Center, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at her residence.

She was born on November 4, 1951, in La Crosse the daughter of Harold Dean and Mary Jane (Johnson) Dalton.

On June 6, 1971, in Bison, she married Lyle Douglas Wharton.&nbsp; He survives of the home.

Connie worked as a bookkeeper in accounting for department and 
hardware stores.&nbsp; She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Clay 
Center and Job’s Daughters International.&nbsp; She was an avid sewer and 
reader and enjoyed traveling.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her 
grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Staci 
Smith of Houston, Texas and Stephanie Lagerman and husband Todd of 
Riley; two grandchildren, Lily and Logan Lagerman of Riley; two 
brothers, Jerry Dalton and wife Rhonda of Wichita and Robert Dalton and 
wife Mary of Bison, and one sister, Lonnie Call of Arlington.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Terry Dalton and Jimmy Dalton, and one sister, Norma Giesick.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023,&nbsp; at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson 
officiating.

Memorials may be made to HIKE (Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment 
Fund) and St. Jude Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in 
care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Connie Christine Wharton, 71, of Clay Center, passed away Monday, April 17, 2023, at her residence.She was born on November 4, 1951, in La Crosse the daughter of Harold Dean and Mary Jane (Johnson) Dalton.On June 6, 1971, in Bison, she married Lyle Douglas Wharton.&nbsp; He survives of the home.Connie worked as a bookkeeper in accounting for department and 
hardware stores.&nbsp; She was a member of the Order of Eastern Star in Clay 
Center and Job’s Daughters International.&nbsp; She was an avid sewer and 
reader and enjoyed traveling.&nbsp; She loved spending time with her 
grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she is survived by two daughters, Staci 
Smith of Houston, Texas and Stephanie Lagerman and husband Todd of 
Riley; two grandchildren, Lily and Logan Lagerman of Riley; two 
brothers, Jerry Dalton and wife Rhonda of Wichita and Robert Dalton and 
wife Mary of Bison, and one sister, Lonnie Call of Arlington.She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Terry Dalton and Jimmy Dalton, and one sister, Norma Giesick.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, 2023,&nbsp; at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastor Kevin Larson 
officiating.Memorials may be made to HIKE (Hearing Improvement Kids Endowment 
Fund) and St. Jude Children's Hospital.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in 
care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

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