Lorena Lee Wilcox, age 66 of Blue Rapids, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the Frankfort Community Care Home.

She
 was born on November 23, 1956, in Marysville, the daughter of Robert Guy
 and Garnet Sharleen (Singleton) Wilcox.&nbsp; She graduated from Valley 
Heights High School.

She married Rankin Swearingen and they later divorced.

Lorena
 was a nurse’s aide at the Blue Valley Nursing Home for many years and 
also waitressed for a while at some local restaurants.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
gardening, canning, cooking, baking, watching old western movies, going 
to casinos and later online casinos.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending 
time with her grandchildren.

She
 is survived by two daughters, Amber Swearingen of Blue Rapids and 
Jackie Swearingen of Wymore, Nebraska; one son, Shane Shanek of Belvue; 
four brothers, Bryon Wilcox, Bob (Cathy) Wilcox, Jon (Deb Long) Wilcox 
and Randy Wilcox; two sisters, Vickie (Scott Mahan) Morgan and Rene 
(Ken) Smith; seven grandchildren, Zoe, Rylee, Ashlynne, Blaise, Skylar, 
Ryker and Maverick; her step-father, Tim Davis and numerous nieces and 
nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, William “Bill” Wilcox.

A memorial service date and time will be announced later by the Christie-Anderes Funeral in Waterville.

Lorena Lee Wilcox, age 66 of Blue Rapids, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023, at the Frankfort Community Care Home.She
 was born on November 23, 1956, in Marysville, the daughter of Robert Guy
 and Garnet Sharleen (Singleton) Wilcox.&nbsp; She graduated from Valley 
Heights High School.She married Rankin Swearingen and they later divorced.Lorena
 was a nurse’s aide at the Blue Valley Nursing Home for many years and 
also waitressed for a while at some local restaurants.&nbsp; She enjoyed 
gardening, canning, cooking, baking, watching old western movies, going 
to casinos and later online casinos.&nbsp; Most of all, she loved spending 
time with her grandchildren.She
 is survived by two daughters, Amber Swearingen of Blue Rapids and 
Jackie Swearingen of Wymore, Nebraska; one son, Shane Shanek of Belvue; 
four brothers, Bryon Wilcox, Bob (Cathy) Wilcox, Jon (Deb Long) Wilcox 
and Randy Wilcox; two sisters, Vickie (Scott Mahan) Morgan and Rene 
(Ken) Smith; seven grandchildren, Zoe, Rylee, Ashlynne, Blaise, Skylar, 
Ryker and Maverick; her step-father, Tim Davis and numerous nieces and 
nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, William “Bill” Wilcox.A memorial service date and time will be announced later by the Christie-Anderes Funeral in Waterville.

Lorena Lee Wilcox

Sarah Sue English, 70, died peacefully Friday March 31, 2023, at home surrounded by family.

Sarah was born Oct. 15, 1952, in Kansas City, KS to Rita H. English 
and William J. English and graduated from Shawnee Mission West High 
School, 1970.&nbsp; She earned a BS in Landscape Architecture from the 
University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.&nbsp; She subsequently obtained an MS 
degree in Environmental City Planning from Kansas State University, 
Manhattan, KS.

Sarah was a veteran serving her country in the US Coast Guard from 
March 1975 to December 1979 as a Telephone Technician (E5).&nbsp; She was in 
the second class of women to be enlisted into the US Coast Guard.&nbsp; She 
was stationed in New York City, NY, New Orleans, LA, and Little Rock, 
AR.

Sarah married Brett Bodily on Sept 1, 1988, in Manhattan, KS. During
 their marriage, she worked with her husband as a project manager at 
their industrial painting company executing large scale projects. &nbsp;Her 
husband preceded her in death in 2006.&nbsp; Sarah is also preceded in death 
by her parents and a sister, Paula L. Ewing. After her husband’s death 
she worked as a Project Analyst for the State of Texas Facilities 
Commission, Austin, TX.

Survivors include brothers, John English (Linda English) Shawnee, KS,
 J. Ted English, Stillwell, KS, sisters Veronica English (Doran Ward), 
Helena, MT, Cecilia (Chuck) Miller, Purdy, MO, Rita Bassett, Dickson, 
TN, M. Bernadette (Alan) Anglyn, Edgerton, KS and Jessie M. English, 
Cambridge, MA, and 29 nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Sarah lived in Austin, Texas from 2007-2019 where she worked as a 
Transformational Life Coach and was an integral member of the Austin 
metaphysical community.&nbsp; She continued this work when she moved to Taos,
 NM in 2019.&nbsp; With this community she worked on her life-mission to help
 people be true to themselves.&nbsp; Sarah was passionate about nature and 
animals, particularly her well-loved dogs.&nbsp; In her last years, she lived 
in Taos, NM (2019-2022) where she enjoyed and shared photographs of the 
stunning Taos sunrises and sunsets. Sarah’s vivacious wit, charm, and 
laughter will be especially missed by her family and friends.

A Celebration of Sara's life will be announced in the coming weeks.

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 </figure>Sarah Sue English, 70, died peacefully Friday March 31, 2023, at home surrounded by family.Sarah was born Oct. 15, 1952, in Kansas City, KS to Rita H. English 
and William J. English and graduated from Shawnee Mission West High 
School, 1970.&nbsp; She earned a BS in Landscape Architecture from the 
University of Oklahoma, Norman, OK.&nbsp; She subsequently obtained an MS 
degree in Environmental City Planning from Kansas State University, 
Manhattan, KS.Sarah was a veteran serving her country in the US Coast Guard from 
March 1975 to December 1979 as a Telephone Technician (E5).&nbsp; She was in 
the second class of women to be enlisted into the US Coast Guard.&nbsp; She 
was stationed in New York City, NY, New Orleans, LA, and Little Rock, 
AR.Sarah married Brett Bodily on Sept 1, 1988, in Manhattan, KS. During
 their marriage, she worked with her husband as a project manager at 
their industrial painting company executing large scale projects. &nbsp;Her 
husband preceded her in death in 2006.&nbsp; Sarah is also preceded in death 
by her parents and a sister, Paula L. Ewing. After her husband’s death 
she worked as a Project Analyst for the State of Texas Facilities 
Commission, Austin, TX.Survivors include brothers, John English (Linda English) Shawnee, KS,
 J. Ted English, Stillwell, KS, sisters Veronica English (Doran Ward), 
Helena, MT, Cecilia (Chuck) Miller, Purdy, MO, Rita Bassett, Dickson, 
TN, M. Bernadette (Alan) Anglyn, Edgerton, KS and Jessie M. English, 
Cambridge, MA, and 29 nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.Sarah lived in Austin, Texas from 2007-2019 where she worked as a 
Transformational Life Coach and was an integral member of the Austin 
metaphysical community.&nbsp; She continued this work when she moved to Taos,
 NM in 2019.&nbsp; With this community she worked on her life-mission to help
 people be true to themselves.&nbsp; Sarah was passionate about nature and 
animals, particularly her well-loved dogs.&nbsp; In her last years, she lived 
in Taos, NM (2019-2022) where she enjoyed and shared photographs of the 
stunning Taos sunrises and sunsets. Sarah’s vivacious wit, charm, and 
laughter will be especially missed by her family and friends.A Celebration of Sara's life will be announced in the coming weeks.www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Sarah Sue English

Ashley Marie Seidl, age 23, died Sunday, April 2, 2023, in McFarland, KS from injuries sustained in an ATV accident.&nbsp;

A full obituary and service information is pending with&nbsp;Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Ashley Marie Seidl, age 23, died Sunday, April 2, 2023, in McFarland, KS from injuries sustained in an ATV accident.&nbsp;A full obituary and service information is pending with&nbsp;Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home.

Ashley Marie Seidl

Virginia Sue Ludowese, 80, died April 3, 2023, in Junction City, KS.&nbsp; 
She was born on August 11, 1942, in Lindsay, OK the daughter of Tommy 
and Cleo Curlee.&nbsp; 

Virginia served in the US Army from 1960 to 1962, 
after graduating from high school. She married Robert Ludowese on April 
28, 1962.&nbsp; Virginia worked as a stocker and cashier for Wal-Mart for 
several years.&nbsp; Robert preceded her in death on January 30, 2014.&nbsp; She 
was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Glenn Curlee.

Daughter: Reva Sue and husband Jerold Spohn of Wakefield, KS

Funeral Services: 10:30 AM Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Madura Congregational Church in Wakefield, KS

Burial: Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, Kansas

Memorials:&nbsp; Wounded Warriors c/o the funeral home

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 </figure>Virginia Sue Ludowese, 80, died April 3, 2023, in Junction City, KS.&nbsp; 
She was born on August 11, 1942, in Lindsay, OK the daughter of Tommy 
and Cleo Curlee.&nbsp; Virginia served in the US Army from 1960 to 1962, 
after graduating from high school. She married Robert Ludowese on April 
28, 1962.&nbsp; Virginia worked as a stocker and cashier for Wal-Mart for 
several years.&nbsp; Robert preceded her in death on January 30, 2014.&nbsp; She 
was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Glenn Curlee.Survivors:Daughter: Reva Sue and husband Jerold Spohn of Wakefield, KSSon: Billy Ludowese of Wakefield, KSFuneral Services: 10:30 AM Thursday, April 6, 2023, at the Madura Congregational Church in Wakefield, KSMinister: Pastor Dirk WestermanBurial: Highland Cemetery, Wakefield, KansasMemorials:&nbsp; Wounded Warriors c/o the funeral home

Virginia Sue Ludowese

SMSgt (RET) Colin Alexander "Coke" Kennedy Jr., 76, of Junction City, 
Kansas, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi 
Hospital in Manhattan. 

A visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. - 
7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Home. A 
celebration of life service will take place at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, 
April 5, 2023, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastor 
Mark Hatcher officiating. Burial will follow at the Lower Humboldt 
Cemetery in rural eastern Geary County. 

Memorial contributions are 
suggested to be given to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene or 
Gideon's International. Colin was born November 13, 1946, in Casper, Wyoming, the son of Colin A. and Mary Jean (Hathaway) Kennedy, Sr. Colin
 graduated from Natrona County High School in Casper, Wyoming with the 
class of 1965. He served in the United States Air Force retiring in 1988
 as a Senior Master Sergeant. He later worked as a civil servant at Fort
 Riley. He was a member of the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. 
Colin was instrumental in the early stages of planning to establish a 
Nazarene Church in Dwight, Kansas. At the time of his death, he was in 
the process of completing his ordination. On August 26, 1989, he married Barbara. They would have celebrated thirty-four years of marriage in August of this year. Survivors
 include his wife Barbara of Junction City, Kansas; three sons, Steven 
Kennedy and his wife Jill of Jacksonville, Florida, Michael Kennedy of 
Winfield, Kansas, and Rodney Kennedy of Minneapolis, Minnesota; one 
daughter, Debora Delaney and her husband David Schnitzer of Bridgewater,
 New Jersey; one step-son, James Cooke and his wife Rhonda of Shawnee, 
Kansas; one step-daughter, Jennifer Terry and her husband Anthony of 
Morrow, Ohio; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his 
mother, Mary Jean Hathaway of Junction City, Kansas; one brother, Hal 
Kennedy of Shoreline, Washington; four step-brothers and one 
step-sister.

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 </figure>SMSgt (RET) Colin Alexander "Coke" Kennedy Jr., 76, of Junction City, 
Kansas, passed away on Friday, March 31, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi 
Hospital in Manhattan. A visitation will take place from 5:00 p.m. - 
7:00 p.m., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Johnson Funeral Home. A 
celebration of life service will take place at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, 
April 5, 2023, at the Junction City Church of the Nazarene with Pastor 
Mark Hatcher officiating. Burial will follow at the Lower Humboldt 
Cemetery in rural eastern Geary County. Memorial contributions are 
suggested to be given to the Junction City Church of the Nazarene or 
Gideon's International. Colin was born November 13, 1946, in Casper, Wyoming, the son of Colin A. and Mary Jean (Hathaway) Kennedy, Sr. Colin
 graduated from Natrona County High School in Casper, Wyoming with the 
class of 1965. He served in the United States Air Force retiring in 1988
 as a Senior Master Sergeant. He later worked as a civil servant at Fort
 Riley. He was a member of the Junction City Church of the Nazarene. 
Colin was instrumental in the early stages of planning to establish a 
Nazarene Church in Dwight, Kansas. At the time of his death, he was in 
the process of completing his ordination. On August 26, 1989, he married Barbara. They would have celebrated thirty-four years of marriage in August of this year. Survivors
 include his wife Barbara of Junction City, Kansas; three sons, Steven 
Kennedy and his wife Jill of Jacksonville, Florida, Michael Kennedy of 
Winfield, Kansas, and Rodney Kennedy of Minneapolis, Minnesota; one 
daughter, Debora Delaney and her husband David Schnitzer of Bridgewater,
 New Jersey; one step-son, James Cooke and his wife Rhonda of Shawnee, 
Kansas; one step-daughter, Jennifer Terry and her husband Anthony of 
Morrow, Ohio; nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; his 
mother, Mary Jean Hathaway of Junction City, Kansas; one brother, Hal 
Kennedy of Shoreline, Washington; four step-brothers and one 
step-sister.

Colin Alexander 'Coke' Kennedy Jr.

Armand J. Naillieux, age 93, of Concordia, passed away on Thursday, 
March 30, 2023, at his home in Concordia. He was born on April 3, 1929, in
 Concordia, Kansas to Joseph &amp; Mary (Swanson) Naillieux Jr.

Armand
 was a 1946 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Esther 
Grounds on March 12, 1954, in Beatrice, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;She preceded him on 
March 16, 2018.&nbsp;

Armand was a lifetime area farmer and rancher in the Cloud County area.

Armand
 &amp; Esther enjoyed dancing together at different dance venues.&nbsp;&nbsp;He 
was a member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion, N.F.O. &amp; N.F.U.

He
 is survived by a son, Larry Naillieux (Anna), Concordia; daughters, 
Deborah Baltazor (Rex), Wamego &amp; Donna Justin (Michael), Clifton; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren; niece, Sue Spinelli 
(Charlie), Churchhill, MT.

He was preceded by his wife, Esther, his parents, a brother, Alfred Naillieux and a sister, Marie Dale.

Armand’s
 wishes were to be cremated and Celebration of Life services will be 
2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 6, 2023, the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 
Concordia with Pastor Earl Hale officiating.&nbsp;

A private family Inurnment will take place at a later time in the Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher, Kansas.&nbsp;

Visitation
 will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 9-2 pm family greeting 
from 1-2 pm all at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family 
suggests memorials to Concordia American Legion Post #76 care of the 
funeral home.&nbsp; or online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

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 </figure>Armand J. Naillieux, age 93, of Concordia, passed away on Thursday, 
March 30, 2023, at his home in Concordia. He was born on April 3, 1929, in
 Concordia, Kansas to Joseph &amp; Mary (Swanson) Naillieux Jr.Armand
 was a 1946 graduate of Concordia High School.&nbsp;&nbsp;He married Esther 
Grounds on March 12, 1954, in Beatrice, Nebraska.&nbsp;&nbsp;She preceded him on 
March 16, 2018.&nbsp;Armand was a lifetime area farmer and rancher in the Cloud County area.Armand
 &amp; Esther enjoyed dancing together at different dance venues.&nbsp;&nbsp;He 
was a member of the Moose Lodge, American Legion, N.F.O. &amp; N.F.U.He
 is survived by a son, Larry Naillieux (Anna), Concordia; daughters, 
Deborah Baltazor (Rex), Wamego &amp; Donna Justin (Michael), Clifton; 5 
grandchildren &amp; 3 great grandchildren; niece, Sue Spinelli 
(Charlie), Churchhill, MT.He was preceded by his wife, Esther, his parents, a brother, Alfred Naillieux and a sister, Marie Dale.Armand’s
 wishes were to be cremated and Celebration of Life services will be 
2:00 p.m., Thursday, April 6, 2023, the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, 
Concordia with Pastor Earl Hale officiating.&nbsp;A private family Inurnment will take place at a later time in the Nelson Center Cemetery, Huscher, Kansas.&nbsp;Visitation
 will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 9-2 pm family greeting 
from 1-2 pm all at the Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home, Concordia.&nbsp;&nbsp;The family 
suggests memorials to Concordia American Legion Post #76 care of the 
funeral home.&nbsp; or online condolences, please visit www.chaputbuoy.com.

Armand J. Naillieux

Abbott Kole Mumaw, age 17, died Friday, March 31, 2023, near Belvue, KS.&nbsp;

A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 
p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Abbott will lie
 in-state beginning at 3:00 p.m.&nbsp;

A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Peace 
United Chuch of Christ, 401 Grand Ave, Alma, KS at 11:00 a.m. with 
Pastor Julia Gaugnan and Pastor John Austin officiating, with Burial 
following at the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma, KS.&nbsp;

A memorial contribution will be established and announced.&nbsp;

Abbott Kole Mumaw, age 17, died Friday, March 31, 2023, near Belvue, KS.&nbsp;A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 6, 2023, from 5:00-7:00 
p.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Abbott will lie
 in-state beginning at 3:00 p.m.&nbsp;A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Peace 
United Chuch of Christ, 401 Grand Ave, Alma, KS at 11:00 a.m. with 
Pastor Julia Gaugnan and Pastor John Austin officiating, with Burial 
following at the Peace United Church of Christ Cemetery in Alma, KS.&nbsp;A memorial contribution will be established and announced.&nbsp;

Abbott Kole Mumaw

Jerry Batchelder, devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, 
great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded
 by family on Thursday, March 30, 2023. He was born in Abilene, Kansas, 
on January 5, 1937, the oldest child of Dr. G. L. and Ethyle (Epley) 
Batchelder. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1955, attended 
Washburn University on a football scholarship, and fell into an Air 
Force ROTC opportunity there. 
He started courting Marla Jo Carlile in Abilene when she was only 14 and
 finally convinced her to marry him (it didn’t take much). They were 
united forever on June 28, 1959. 
Jerry and Marla Jo’s married life started in the Air Force. During this 
time, they were blessed with two children, Jerry earned his Wings, 
became a B-52 pilot, and they were stationed at Wurtsmith AFB in Oscoda,
 Michigan. Jerry was on Alert during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was 
one of the first crews launched in preparation for strikes on Russia. 
Jerry separated from the Air Force in 1966, was hired by Continental 
Airlines, and moved the family to Colorado, where they stayed until 
1982. After the kids were grown and gone, he and Marla Jo moved to Guam.
 He flew there for a of couple years, but decided to leave Continental 
after 18 great years. 
Jerry and Marla Jo moved back to Abilene “for a few years” in 1985 to 
care for MJ’s aging parents. However, they realized no home could 
provide the comfort, joy, and pride they found in Abilene, so excluding a
 few summers in the Rocky Mountains and trips to visit family and 
friends, they remained in Dickinson County, Kansas. 
Life was a glorious journey for Jerry, and he was so fortunate to have 
made extraordinary friends throughout it. He adored them all and treated
 them like family. He was a “giver” – kind, considerate, and humble - 
and always prioritized others' needs ahead of his desires. He had a 
great sense of humor, would offer a beer to anyone who would drink one 
with him, and found no greater joy than when he was helping others. He 
was also tough as nails and could not tolerate rude or inconsiderate 
behavior. He was an incredible role model for all and was enthralled 
with his grandsons and great-grandchildren. 
He loved all types of competition and spent countless hours watching 
sporting events, cheering for his Jayhawks and Broncos, and enjoyed car 
racing, especially NASCAR. He could get a car cleaner than anybody in 
town, enjoyed putting a glossy shine on shoes that never seemed to fade,
 and loved his many K-9 companions. 
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Marlo Jo’s parents Hilda and
 Eugene Carlile, and his brother John. He is survived by his loving wife
 of 63 years, Marla Jo. Two children, son Bret and his wife Connie, and 
daughter Leslie Jo. Two grandsons and their families, including his 
wonderful great-grandchildren – Jerry, Katie, and Olivia of San Diego, 
California, and Thomas, Leigh Anne, and Rowan of Norfolk, Virginia. 
Jerry’s funeral service will be at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at
 St John’s Episcopal Church in Abilene. His ashes will be interred in 
the St John’s Columbarium.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests 
memorials be made to Abilene Hospice, Public Library, or Meals on Wheels
 in memory of Jerry Batchelder. Memorials may be dropped off at the 
funeral home or mailed to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd
 Street, Abilene, Kansas, 67410. 
We are all better for having known Jerry Batchelder.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Jerry Batchelder, devoted son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, 
great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at home surrounded
 by family on Thursday, March 30, 2023. He was born in Abilene, Kansas, 
on January 5, 1937, the oldest child of Dr. G. L. and Ethyle (Epley) 
Batchelder. He graduated from Abilene High School in 1955, attended 
Washburn University on a football scholarship, and fell into an Air 
Force ROTC opportunity there. 
He started courting Marla Jo Carlile in Abilene when she was only 14 and
 finally convinced her to marry him (it didn’t take much). They were 
united forever on June 28, 1959. 
Jerry and Marla Jo’s married life started in the Air Force. During this 
time, they were blessed with two children, Jerry earned his Wings, 
became a B-52 pilot, and they were stationed at Wurtsmith AFB in Oscoda,
 Michigan. Jerry was on Alert during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was 
one of the first crews launched in preparation for strikes on Russia. 
Jerry separated from the Air Force in 1966, was hired by Continental 
Airlines, and moved the family to Colorado, where they stayed until 
1982. After the kids were grown and gone, he and Marla Jo moved to Guam.
 He flew there for a of couple years, but decided to leave Continental 
after 18 great years. 
Jerry and Marla Jo moved back to Abilene “for a few years” in 1985 to 
care for MJ’s aging parents. However, they realized no home could 
provide the comfort, joy, and pride they found in Abilene, so excluding a
 few summers in the Rocky Mountains and trips to visit family and 
friends, they remained in Dickinson County, Kansas. 
Life was a glorious journey for Jerry, and he was so fortunate to have 
made extraordinary friends throughout it. He adored them all and treated
 them like family. He was a “giver” – kind, considerate, and humble - 
and always prioritized others' needs ahead of his desires. He had a 
great sense of humor, would offer a beer to anyone who would drink one 
with him, and found no greater joy than when he was helping others. He 
was also tough as nails and could not tolerate rude or inconsiderate 
behavior. He was an incredible role model for all and was enthralled 
with his grandsons and great-grandchildren. 
He loved all types of competition and spent countless hours watching 
sporting events, cheering for his Jayhawks and Broncos, and enjoyed car 
racing, especially NASCAR. He could get a car cleaner than anybody in 
town, enjoyed putting a glossy shine on shoes that never seemed to fade,
 and loved his many K-9 companions. 
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Marlo Jo’s parents Hilda and
 Eugene Carlile, and his brother John. He is survived by his loving wife
 of 63 years, Marla Jo. Two children, son Bret and his wife Connie, and 
daughter Leslie Jo. Two grandsons and their families, including his 
wonderful great-grandchildren – Jerry, Katie, and Olivia of San Diego, 
California, and Thomas, Leigh Anne, and Rowan of Norfolk, Virginia. 
Jerry’s funeral service will be at 1:00 pm, Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at
 St John’s Episcopal Church in Abilene. His ashes will be interred in 
the St John’s Columbarium. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests 
memorials be made to Abilene Hospice, Public Library, or Meals on Wheels
 in memory of Jerry Batchelder. Memorials may be dropped off at the 
funeral home or mailed to Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd
 Street, Abilene, Kansas, 67410. 
We are all better for having known Jerry Batchelder.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Gerald E. 'Jerry' Batchelder

K. Bradley Killen, 82, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on March 30th at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan.

Bradley
 was born in Concordia, KS to Kenneth and Clara Killen (Bechtold) and 
raised on the family farm in Courtland, KS.  He married Deanna Douglas, 
also of Courtland, on June 24, 1962.  They celebrated their 60th wedding
 anniversary with friends and family last summer In Manhattan.

Bradley
 graduated from Courtland High School and received his bachelor’s and 
master’s degrees from Fort Hays State University.   He spent his career 
in education as a teacher, principal, and school superintendent.  He was
 a high school business teacher at Sabetha, Hoxie and Concordia, and 
served as the high school principal at North Central (Morrowville), 
Southeast of Saline (Gypsum), Sacred Heart (Salina) and Lincoln school 
districts.  He also served as the superintendent of Kensington and 
Lincoln school districts before retiring in 2000.

A 
respected school administrator, Bradley served a term on the Kansas 
State Board of Education.  He passed two bonds to build new schools for 
both Southeast of Saline and Lincoln school districts.  Always an 
advocate for his teachers and students, he remained in contact with many
 of them throughout the years and cherished the memories from his career
 in education.

Bradley spent many summers working on 
the family farm.  He was a terrific fisherman, a coin collector and an 
avid sports fan.  He enjoyed following Kansas high school sports and 
loved following the K-State Wildcats.  Above all, he was a terrific 
husband, father, and friend to all who knew him.  He was a member of the
 College Avenue United Methodist Church in Manhattan.

Bradley
 is survived by his wife of 60 years, Deanna, and four children:  Brian 
Killen (Lori) of Lawrence, Darren Killen (Dustin) of Kansas City, Jill 
Shields (Mark) of Manhattan, and Jon Killen (Christine) of Atlanta, GA. 
 Also surviving are grandchildren Andrew (Rebecca) and Eric Killen, Cole
 Killen and Sydney and Sam Shields, along with two great-grandchildren, 
Teddy and Etta, and his sisters Shirley Killen (Salina, KS) and Donna 
Lancaster (Olathe, KS), as well as beloved nieces and nephews.

He
 was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Clara, sisters Audrey
 Lee Killen and Doris Jensen, and brother Jerry Killen.

A
 memorial service will be held at the College Avenue United Methodist 
Church in Manhattan on Saturday, April 15th, at 10:30am.  A private 
inurnment will be held for the family at the Courtland Cemetery.

The
 family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Good Shepherd 
Hospice House who gave such special care and love to Dad in his final 
days.

In lieu of flowers, if you would like to leave a 
contribution in memoriam, please give to Good Shepherd Hospice House at 
3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS.  66503. Contributions may also be 
sent to the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, 
Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

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 </figure>K. Bradley Killen, 82, of Manhattan, KS, passed away on March 30th at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. Bradley
 was born in Concordia, KS to Kenneth and Clara Killen (Bechtold) and 
raised on the family farm in Courtland, KS. He married Deanna Douglas, 
also of Courtland, on June 24, 1962. They celebrated their 60th wedding
 anniversary with friends and family last summer In Manhattan.Bradley
 graduated from Courtland High School and received his bachelor’s and 
master’s degrees from Fort Hays State University. He spent his career 
in education as a teacher, principal, and school superintendent. He was
 a high school business teacher at Sabetha, Hoxie and Concordia, and 
served as the high school principal at North Central (Morrowville), 
Southeast of Saline (Gypsum), Sacred Heart (Salina) and Lincoln school 
districts. He also served as the superintendent of Kensington and 
Lincoln school districts before retiring in 2000.A 
respected school administrator, Bradley served a term on the Kansas 
State Board of Education. He passed two bonds to build new schools for 
both Southeast of Saline and Lincoln school districts. Always an 
advocate for his teachers and students, he remained in contact with many
 of them throughout the years and cherished the memories from his career
 in education.Bradley spent many summers working on 
the family farm. He was a terrific fisherman, a coin collector and an 
avid sports fan. He enjoyed following Kansas high school sports and 
loved following the K-State Wildcats. Above all, he was a terrific 
husband, father, and friend to all who knew him. He was a member of the
 College Avenue United Methodist Church in Manhattan.Bradley
 is survived by his wife of 60 years, Deanna, and four children: Brian 
Killen (Lori) of Lawrence, Darren Killen (Dustin) of Kansas City, Jill 
Shields (Mark) of Manhattan, and Jon Killen (Christine) of Atlanta, GA. 
 Also surviving are grandchildren Andrew (Rebecca) and Eric Killen, Cole
 Killen and Sydney and Sam Shields, along with two great-grandchildren, 
Teddy and Etta, and his sisters Shirley Killen (Salina, KS) and Donna 
Lancaster (Olathe, KS), as well as beloved nieces and nephews.He
 was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Clara, sisters Audrey
 Lee Killen and Doris Jensen, and brother Jerry Killen.A
 memorial service will be held at the College Avenue United Methodist 
Church in Manhattan on Saturday, April 15th, at 10:30am. A private 
inurnment will be held for the family at the Courtland Cemetery.The
 family would like to thank the nurses and staff at Good Shepherd 
Hospice House who gave such special care and love to Dad in his final 
days.In lieu of flowers, if you would like to leave a 
contribution in memoriam, please give to Good Shepherd Hospice House at 
3801 Vanesta Drive, Manhattan, KS. 66503. Contributions may also be 
sent to the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, 
Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

K. Bradley Killen

Paul Allen Belford, 55, of Wamego, Kansas, left for his last fishing trip on Friday, March 31, 2023. 

A complete obituary is pending. with&nbsp;Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego. Click <a href="https://www.campanellastewart.com/obituary/paul-belford">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>Paul Allen Belford, 55, of Wamego, Kansas, left for his last fishing trip on Friday, March 31, 2023. A complete obituary is pending. with&nbsp;Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego. Click <a href="https://www.campanellastewart.com/obituary/paul-belford">HERE</a> for service details.

Paul Allen Belford

Glenn Russell Lang passed away on March 30, 2023.&nbsp;

Russ was born in Junction City, KS on December 19, 1949, and 
graduated from Lawrence High School in 1967.&nbsp; He married his high school
 sweetheart, Kay, in 1968.

He was a member of IBEW for 20 years before becoming a REALTOR with 
the Gill Agency, McGrew Real Estate, RE/MAX, and then retired at 
Lawrence Real Estate Connections in 2016.

Russ was a member of the Lawrence Board of Realtors (LBOR) for 35 
years from 1981 to 2016. Russ served as the LBOR President in 1994 and 
had the distinct honor of receiving all 3 major LBOR Awards. Russ was 
REALTOR of the Year in 1994, Salesperson of the Year in 2002, and was 
the recipient of The Distinguished Service Award in 2012.

Additionally, Russ served on the Board of Directors as Secretary in 
1992, President-Elect in 1993, and Past President in 1995. Russ returned
 to the Board of Directors as a Director in 2009 &amp; 2010. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Russ was preceded in death by his father, James Russell Lang, his 
mother, Mabel Laurine Praytor, and his sister, Cheryl (Lang) Favreau.

Russ is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kay Lang and their son Kent
 Lang, brother, Chris Lang, sisters Colleen Lang Butell and Debbie 
Nitsch.

An open viewing will be held at Warren McElwain on Tuesday, April 4, from noon – 6pm.

A private service and burial will be held by the family.&nbsp; Donations 
can be made in his memory to The Lawrence Humane Society or VNA Hospice 
sent in care of the mortuary.

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 </figure>Glenn Russell Lang passed away on March 30, 2023.&nbsp;Russ was born in Junction City, KS on December 19, 1949, and 
graduated from Lawrence High School in 1967.&nbsp; He married his high school
 sweetheart, Kay, in 1968.He was a member of IBEW for 20 years before becoming a REALTOR with 
the Gill Agency, McGrew Real Estate, RE/MAX, and then retired at 
Lawrence Real Estate Connections in 2016.Russ was a member of the Lawrence Board of Realtors (LBOR) for 35 
years from 1981 to 2016. Russ served as the LBOR President in 1994 and 
had the distinct honor of receiving all 3 major LBOR Awards. Russ was 
REALTOR of the Year in 1994, Salesperson of the Year in 2002, and was 
the recipient of The Distinguished Service Award in 2012.Additionally, Russ served on the Board of Directors as Secretary in 
1992, President-Elect in 1993, and Past President in 1995. Russ returned
 to the Board of Directors as a Director in 2009 &amp; 2010. &nbsp;&nbsp;Russ was preceded in death by his father, James Russell Lang, his 
mother, Mabel Laurine Praytor, and his sister, Cheryl (Lang) Favreau.Russ is survived by his wife of 55 years, Kay Lang and their son Kent
 Lang, brother, Chris Lang, sisters Colleen Lang Butell and Debbie 
Nitsch.An open viewing will be held at Warren McElwain on Tuesday, April 4, from noon – 6pm.A private service and burial will be held by the family.&nbsp; Donations 
can be made in his memory to The Lawrence Humane Society or VNA Hospice 
sent in care of the mortuary.

Glenn Russell Lang

Earl Dean Diepenbrock, 94, formerly of Alma, KS, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2023, at Jane Phillips Hospital in Bartlesville, OK surrounded by his family.

Earl was born on June 29, 1928, in Alma, Ks to Gus and Lydia (Mehl) 
Diepenbrock.&nbsp; He was baptized at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma where 
he remained an active member, serving as an elder.

He attended St. John Lutheran School and graduated from Alma High School in 1946.&nbsp; He attended Kansas State University.

On October 23, 1949, he married Naomi Irene Zeckser at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp;

Earl was a successful farmer and rancher at their farm southwest of 
Alma.&nbsp; He worked at the Alma Co-Op, installing appliances and as a 
mechanic in the garage.&nbsp; He drove a school bus for USD-329 and the 
senior citizen’s bus.&nbsp; Earl and Naomi retired to Topeka in 2004.&nbsp; Naomi 
passed away in 2008.

Earl moved to Owasso, OK in 2016 to be nearer his children Jerry and Diane.

Survivors include a son Jerald L. “Jerry” Diepenbrock, Owasso, OK, 
daughter Diane J. (John) Rinkenbaugh, Collinsville, OK, Grandchildren J.
 Ryan (Dani) Diepenbrock, Austin, TX, David L. (Kristen) Diepenbrock, 
Chicago, IL, Joshua A. Rinkenbaugh, Fayetteville, AR, Anna M. (Fred) 
Ramirez, Eudora, KS, Michael J. (Elizabeth) Rinkenbaugh, Wichita, KS, 
Matthew D. (Michelle) Rinkenbaugh, Goshen, IN, and Sarah E. (Zack) 
Scott, Coffeyville, KS, and 10 great-grandchildren, his sister Nyla 
Gehrt, Wamego, KS, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Earl was preceded in death by his parents Gus, and Lydia Diepenbrock, and wife Naomi.

The funeral service will be held at 11;00 a.m. Thursday, April 6, 
2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Alma, KS, officiated by Reverend 
Bob Grimm, with interment directly following at St. John Lutheran 
Cemetery, Alma, KS.&nbsp; The family will receive guests before the funeral 
from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the St. John’s Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.

Memorials contributions can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, Alma, KS.

Pallbearers will be Ryan Diepenbrock, David Diepenbrock, Josh Rinkenbaugh, Fred Ramirez, Mike Rinkenbaugh and Matt Rinkenbaugh.

Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 
memorial contributions can be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart 
Funeral Home 4370 PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

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 </figure>Earl Dean Diepenbrock, 94, formerly of Alma, KS, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2023, at Jane Phillips Hospital in Bartlesville, OK surrounded by his family.Earl was born on June 29, 1928, in Alma, Ks to Gus and Lydia (Mehl) 
Diepenbrock.&nbsp; He was baptized at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma where 
he remained an active member, serving as an elder.He attended St. John Lutheran School and graduated from Alma High School in 1946.&nbsp; He attended Kansas State University.On October 23, 1949, he married Naomi Irene Zeckser at St. John Lutheran Church.&nbsp;Earl was a successful farmer and rancher at their farm southwest of 
Alma.&nbsp; He worked at the Alma Co-Op, installing appliances and as a 
mechanic in the garage.&nbsp; He drove a school bus for USD-329 and the 
senior citizen’s bus.&nbsp; Earl and Naomi retired to Topeka in 2004.&nbsp; Naomi 
passed away in 2008.Earl moved to Owasso, OK in 2016 to be nearer his children Jerry and Diane.Survivors include a son Jerald L. “Jerry” Diepenbrock, Owasso, OK, 
daughter Diane J. (John) Rinkenbaugh, Collinsville, OK, Grandchildren J.
 Ryan (Dani) Diepenbrock, Austin, TX, David L. (Kristen) Diepenbrock, 
Chicago, IL, Joshua A. Rinkenbaugh, Fayetteville, AR, Anna M. (Fred) 
Ramirez, Eudora, KS, Michael J. (Elizabeth) Rinkenbaugh, Wichita, KS, 
Matthew D. (Michelle) Rinkenbaugh, Goshen, IN, and Sarah E. (Zack) 
Scott, Coffeyville, KS, and 10 great-grandchildren, his sister Nyla 
Gehrt, Wamego, KS, cousins, nieces, and nephews.Earl was preceded in death by his parents Gus, and Lydia Diepenbrock, and wife Naomi.The funeral service will be held at 11;00 a.m. Thursday, April 6, 
2023, at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Alma, KS, officiated by Reverend 
Bob Grimm, with interment directly following at St. John Lutheran 
Cemetery, Alma, KS.&nbsp; The family will receive guests before the funeral 
from 9:30 to 10:30 AM in the St. John’s Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall.Memorials contributions can be made to St. John Lutheran Church, Alma, KS.Pallbearers will be Ryan Diepenbrock, David Diepenbrock, Josh Rinkenbaugh, Fred Ramirez, Mike Rinkenbaugh and Matt Rinkenbaugh.Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements, 
memorial contributions can be sent in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart 
Funeral Home 4370 PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Earl Dean Diepenbrock

Carolyn J. Hertel, 86, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at The Ranch House
 in Garden City, Kansas. She was born August 30, 1936, in Larned, 
Kansas, the daughter of Dee &amp; Isabel (Shasteen) Klein. 
 Carolyn grew up with her family on a farm East of Hanston, Kansas. 
 She attended schools in Burdett and Hanston and graduated from Hanston 
High School in 1954. She then attended nurses training in Great Bend, 
Kansas. Carolyn worked for a short time at a nurse’s aide and 
receptionist at St. Joseph Hospital in Larned. On May 11, 1956, she 
married Harold J. Hertel in Hanston, Kansas. They have lived in Garden 
City since. Carolyn worked for 35 years at Fidelity State Bank as a 
teller and assistant cashier before retiring as a Vice President in the 
mid 1990’s. 
 Carolyn was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City and
 was a past President of the Kansas Women’s Banking Association. She 
enjoyed spending her time traveling with her husband Harold, reading, 
gardening, and canning. 
 Survivors include her husband Harold J. Hertel of the home; two 
children Melissa (David) Horning of Garden City, KS and Michael (Brenda)
 Hertel of Cave Creek, Arizona; four brothers Robert Klein of Hanston, 
KS, Eldon Klein of Dodge City, KS, Jody Klein of Wright, KS, &amp; Steve
 Klein of Enid, OK; three sisters Kay Woods of Manhattan, KS, Donna 
Sherman of Wichita, KS, &amp; Barbara Krenzel of McPherson, KS; and two 
grandchildren Krystal Horning and Nicholas Horning. Carolyn is preceded
 in death by her parents; two brothers Richard Klein and Jack Klein; and
 three sisters Phyllis Allison, Ruby Rebel, &amp; Pat Martin. 
 A Vigil service &amp; Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 
April 3, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass
 will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, also at St. Mary 
Catholic Church in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. 
Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may 
call from Noon to 5:30 p.m. on Monday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City.

 The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church 
in care of the funeral home.  Condolences may be given at 
garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Carolyn J. Hertel, 86, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at The Ranch House
 in Garden City, Kansas. She was born August 30, 1936, in Larned, 
Kansas, the daughter of Dee &amp; Isabel (Shasteen) Klein. 
 Carolyn grew up with her family on a farm East of Hanston, Kansas. 
 She attended schools in Burdett and Hanston and graduated from Hanston 
High School in 1954. She then attended nurses training in Great Bend, 
Kansas. Carolyn worked for a short time at a nurse’s aide and 
receptionist at St. Joseph Hospital in Larned. On May 11, 1956, she 
married Harold J. Hertel in Hanston, Kansas. They have lived in Garden 
City since. Carolyn worked for 35 years at Fidelity State Bank as a 
teller and assistant cashier before retiring as a Vice President in the 
mid 1990’s. 
 Carolyn was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City and
 was a past President of the Kansas Women’s Banking Association. She 
enjoyed spending her time traveling with her husband Harold, reading, 
gardening, and canning. 
 Survivors include her husband Harold J. Hertel of the home; two 
children Melissa (David) Horning of Garden City, KS and Michael (Brenda)
 Hertel of Cave Creek, Arizona; four brothers Robert Klein of Hanston, 
KS, Eldon Klein of Dodge City, KS, Jody Klein of Wright, KS, &amp; Steve
 Klein of Enid, OK; three sisters Kay Woods of Manhattan, KS, Donna 
Sherman of Wichita, KS, &amp; Barbara Krenzel of McPherson, KS; and two 
grandchildren Krystal Horning and Nicholas Horning. Carolyn is preceded
 in death by her parents; two brothers Richard Klein and Jack Klein; and
 three sisters Phyllis Allison, Ruby Rebel, &amp; Pat Martin. 
 A Vigil service &amp; Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 
April 3, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass
 will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, also at St. Mary 
Catholic Church in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. 
Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may 
call from Noon to 5:30 p.m. on Monday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church 
in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be given at 
garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Carolyn J. Hertel

Kevin
 Lee Bruner Sr., 60, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Thursday, March 
30, 2023, at his home in McPherson. &nbsp;Kevin was a warehouse material 
handler for Pfizer in McPherson.

Kevin
 was born on December 13, 1962, in Columbia, MO, the son of Ralph Eugene
 and Donna Sue (Byrd) Bruner.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School 
in 1981.&nbsp; Kevin was united in marriage to Patricia Jean Wright on March 
31, 2002.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two sons, Aubrey and Kevin Jr. 

Survivors
 include: his loving wife, Patricia “Trish” of the home; two sons, 
Aubrey Bruner of Atlanta, GA and Kevin Bruner Jr. (Sally Tran) of 
Manhattan, KS; a brother, Clinton Bruner (Dara) of Wichita, KS; 
sister-in-law, Kimberly Bruner of McPherson, KS; aunt, Mae Bruner of 
Fulton, MO; uncle, James “Peanut” Byrd of McPherson, KS; and many 
nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph &amp; Donna Bruner, and two brothers, Calvin Bruner and Donald Bruner.

The
 family will receive friends from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM, Friday, April 
7, 2023, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM, all at the First 
United Methodist Church, 1200 E. Kansas Avenue, McPherson, KS 67460 with
 Rev. James Hollis officiating.&nbsp; A private graveside service will take 
place at McPherson Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; 

Memorial
 donations may be payable to Patricia Bruner for a memorial that will be
 designated at a later date in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205
 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kevin
 Lee Bruner Sr., 60, of McPherson, KS, passed away on Thursday, March 
30, 2023, at his home in McPherson. &nbsp;Kevin was a warehouse material 
handler for Pfizer in McPherson.Kevin
 was born on December 13, 1962, in Columbia, MO, the son of Ralph Eugene
 and Donna Sue (Byrd) Bruner.&nbsp; He graduated from McPherson High School 
in 1981.&nbsp; Kevin was united in marriage to Patricia Jean Wright on March 
31, 2002.&nbsp; This union was blessed with two sons, Aubrey and Kevin Jr. Survivors
 include: his loving wife, Patricia “Trish” of the home; two sons, 
Aubrey Bruner of Atlanta, GA and Kevin Bruner Jr. (Sally Tran) of 
Manhattan, KS; a brother, Clinton Bruner (Dara) of Wichita, KS; 
sister-in-law, Kimberly Bruner of McPherson, KS; aunt, Mae Bruner of 
Fulton, MO; uncle, James “Peanut” Byrd of McPherson, KS; and many 
nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, Ralph &amp; Donna Bruner, and two brothers, Calvin Bruner and Donald Bruner.The
 family will receive friends from 9:30 AM until 11:00 AM, Friday, April 
7, 2023, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM, all at the First 
United Methodist Church, 1200 E. Kansas Avenue, McPherson, KS 67460 with
 Rev. James Hollis officiating.&nbsp; A private graveside service will take 
place at McPherson Cemetery at a later date.&nbsp; Memorial
 donations may be payable to Patricia Bruner for a memorial that will be
 designated at a later date in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205
 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.&nbsp;

Kevin Lee Bruner Sr.

Kristina Ranae Hudson, 46, of Casper, Wyoming, passed away March 27, 2023, at the Wyoming Medical Center, Casper. She was born February 11, 1977, at the USAF Hospital Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene, Texas, the daughter of Allen D. Hudson and Roberta L. “Bobbi” Kruse. 

Kristina has resided in Casper for the past 15 years, formerly of Billings, Montana. She graduated from Dodge City High School, Dodge City, Kansas, with the class of 1995. 

Kristina held various jobs during her life. She enjoyed the outdoors, watching movies, spending time with friends, and most of all spending time with her children. 

Kristina is survived by her father, Allen Hudson and wife Teresa of Abilene, KS; mother, Bobbi Jensen of Drumright, OK; two children, Elizabeth Rose of Billings, MT and Allen Keno of Casper, WY; brother, Brian K. Hudson and wife Kimberly of Dodge City, KS; and two sisters, Ellen D. Cales and husband Bret of Arkansas City, KS, and Cassandra M. Klingenberg and husband Jon of Manhattan, KS; and many extended family and friends. 

She is preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Donna Mae Davis; maternal grandparents, Carl and Joyce Westvang and Jess and Magdalena Kruse; brother, Jess Michael Monroe; and aunt, Cheri Westvang. 

Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with Pastor Joel Grizzle officiating. Burial will follow at the Geneseo Cemetery, Geneseo. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present. 

Memorials may be given to the Allen Keno Education Fund or the Salina Rescue Mission in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Kristina Ranae Hudson, 46, of Casper, Wyoming, passed away March 27, 2023, at the Wyoming Medical Center, Casper. She was born February 11, 1977, at the USAF Hospital Dyess Air Force Base, Abilene, Texas, the daughter of Allen D. Hudson and Roberta L. “Bobbi” Kruse. Kristina has resided in Casper for the past 15 years, formerly of Billings, Montana. She graduated from Dodge City High School, Dodge City, Kansas, with the class of 1995. Kristina held various jobs during her life. She enjoyed the outdoors, watching movies, spending time with friends, and most of all spending time with her children. Kristina is survived by her father, Allen Hudson and wife Teresa of Abilene, KS; mother, Bobbi Jensen of Drumright, OK; two children, Elizabeth Rose of Billings, MT and Allen Keno of Casper, WY; brother, Brian K. Hudson and wife Kimberly of Dodge City, KS; and two sisters, Ellen D. Cales and husband Bret of Arkansas City, KS, and Cassandra M. Klingenberg and husband Jon of Manhattan, KS; and many extended family and friends. She is preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Donna Mae Davis; maternal grandparents, Carl and Joyce Westvang and Jess and Magdalena Kruse; brother, Jess Michael Monroe; and aunt, Cheri Westvang. Funeral service will be at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, April 6, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with Pastor Joel Grizzle officiating. Burial will follow at the Geneseo Cemetery, Geneseo. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons, with family present. Memorials may be given to the Allen Keno Education Fund or the Salina Rescue Mission in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.&nbsp;

Kristina Ranae Hudson

Stephen D. Templeton, 68, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away 
peacefully on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Cremation will take place. He
 was born on June 22, 1954, in Modesto, California to Howard J. and 
Wynema F. Templeton. Stephen had many interests and hobbies including 
fishing, camping, watching NASCAR, and going to watch the races or air 
shows. Stephen married Peggy Firestone on June 7, 1980. Family 
was very important to Stephen; his grandchildren were his life. Stephen 
had a unique bond with his grandchildren and always there to support 
them. Stephen is survived by his daughter, Kelley L. 
(Christopher) George of Junction City, Kansas; one son, Stephen (Merna) 
Templeton Jr.; three grandchildren, Adam Pereira, Owen Pereira, and 
Addison George; six siblings, Diana Ratti, David Templeton, Paul 
Templeton, Paula Kent, Shirley Gray, and Linda Chrisco; and fifteen 
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Peggy; parents; and daughter, Jennifer.

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 </figure>Stephen D. Templeton, 68, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away 
peacefully on Sunday, March 26, 2023. Cremation will take place. He
 was born on June 22, 1954, in Modesto, California to Howard J. and 
Wynema F. Templeton. Stephen had many interests and hobbies including 
fishing, camping, watching NASCAR, and going to watch the races or air 
shows. Stephen married Peggy Firestone on June 7, 1980. Family 
was very important to Stephen; his grandchildren were his life. Stephen 
had a unique bond with his grandchildren and always there to support 
them. Stephen is survived by his daughter, Kelley L. 
(Christopher) George of Junction City, Kansas; one son, Stephen (Merna) 
Templeton Jr.; three grandchildren, Adam Pereira, Owen Pereira, and 
Addison George; six siblings, Diana Ratti, David Templeton, Paul 
Templeton, Paula Kent, Shirley Gray, and Linda Chrisco; and fifteen 
nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Peggy; parents; and daughter, Jennifer.

Stephen D. Templeton

Ruth A. Johnson, 89, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, 
March 30, 2023. 

A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023,
 7:00 p.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Interment will take place at a 
later date in Delray Beach, Florida. She was born on March 1, 1934, in Marion City, Florida to John and Jane (McEvoy) Adams. Ruth
 loved to dance and had an eye for fashion. As a devote Presbyterian, 
she shared her love and faith with her family. No matter where she was, 
she always had her love for the beach. On May 25, 1958, she married Norman Johnson. They were married almost 60 years until his passing in 2016. Ruth
 is survived by her daughters, Kim (Garon) Isaac of Fairfax, Virginia, 
Cindy (Tim) Cuddy of Junction City, Kansas; five grandchildren, Chris, 
Steven, Terry, Kevin, Laura; and four great grandchildren, Chloe, 
Hailey, John, Adam. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman; and her sister, Sallie. In
 lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Society for
 the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), P.O. Box 96929, 
Washington, DC 20090-6929 or to Dementia Society Of America, P.O. Box 
600, Doylestown, PA 18901.

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 </figure>Ruth A. Johnson, 89, of Junction City, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, 
March 30, 2023. A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023,
 7:00 p.m., at Immanuel Lutheran Church. Interment will take place at a 
later date in Delray Beach, Florida. She was born on March 1, 1934, in Marion City, Florida to John and Jane (McEvoy) Adams. Ruth
 loved to dance and had an eye for fashion. As a devote Presbyterian, 
she shared her love and faith with her family. No matter where she was, 
she always had her love for the beach. On May 25, 1958, she married Norman Johnson. They were married almost 60 years until his passing in 2016. Ruth
 is survived by her daughters, Kim (Garon) Isaac of Fairfax, Virginia, 
Cindy (Tim) Cuddy of Junction City, Kansas; five grandchildren, Chris, 
Steven, Terry, Kevin, Laura; and four great grandchildren, Chloe, 
Hailey, John, Adam. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Norman; and her sister, Sallie. In
 lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to American Society for
 the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), P.O. Box 96929, 
Washington, DC 20090-6929 or to Dementia Society Of America, P.O. Box 
600, Doylestown, PA 18901.

Ruth Aurelia Johnson

Teena Deniece (Hinman) Whitmore, age 39, of Manhattan, died March 26, 2023, at her residence.

She was born March 27, 1983, in Fort Riley, the daughter of Paul Raymond “Panama” Hinman and Diana Mae (Moreels) Halpin.

Teena
 graduated from Manhattan High School.  Of all the jobs that Teena had,&nbsp; the one she loved the most was working with the plants at Kaw Valley 
Greenhouses.

Survivors include her three children: Cody
 Garrison “Toby” Whitmore, Jason Raymond “Towe” Lucas and Wyatt Timothy 
“Tommie” Lucas all of Manhattan; her parents: Paul “Panama” Hinman and 
his wife Janice of Manhattan, Kansas, and Diana Halpin of Mesquite, 
Nevada; two brothers: Charles and Quentin Penland both of Kansas City, 
Missouri; and she was looking forward to becoming a grandmother in 
August.

Cremation is planned with a celebration of Teena’s life to be held at a later date.

Online condolences may be left for the family <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Teena-D.-Whitmore?obId=27625113#/celebrationWall">HERE</a>.

Memorial
 contributions may be made to the Teena Whitmore Memorial Fund to 
benefit her children.  Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

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 </figure>Teena Deniece (Hinman) Whitmore, age 39, of Manhattan, died March 26, 2023, at her residence.She was born March 27, 1983, in Fort Riley, the daughter of Paul Raymond “Panama” Hinman and Diana Mae (Moreels) Halpin.Teena
 graduated from Manhattan High School. Of all the jobs that Teena had,&nbsp; the one she loved the most was working with the plants at Kaw Valley 
Greenhouses.Survivors include her three children: Cody
 Garrison “Toby” Whitmore, Jason Raymond “Towe” Lucas and Wyatt Timothy 
“Tommie” Lucas all of Manhattan; her parents: Paul “Panama” Hinman and 
his wife Janice of Manhattan, Kansas, and Diana Halpin of Mesquite, 
Nevada; two brothers: Charles and Quentin Penland both of Kansas City, 
Missouri; and she was looking forward to becoming a grandmother in 
August.Cremation is planned with a celebration of Teena’s life to be held at a later date.Online condolences may be left for the family <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Teena-D.-Whitmore?obId=27625113#/celebrationWall">HERE</a>.Memorial
 contributions may be made to the Teena Whitmore Memorial Fund to 
benefit her children. Contributions may be left in care of the 
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS
 66502.

Teena Deniece (Hinman) Whitmore

July 15, 1962
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 30, 2023

On obituary is pending with Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.

Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/L.E.-Madison-Jr.?obId=27625324#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

July 15, 1962
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 30, 2023On obituary is pending with Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/L.E.-Madison-Jr.?obId=27625324#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

L.E. Madison Jr.

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

Click <a href="https://www.johnsonjc.com/Obituary/262269/Colin-Kennedy/Junction%20City-KS">HERE</a> for service details.

1946 - 2023An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions.Click <a href="https://www.johnsonjc.com/Obituary/262269/Colin-Kennedy/Junction%20City-KS">HERE</a> for service details.

Colin Alexander 'Coke' Kennedy

John Nicholas Alvarez, 79, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, March 30th, 2023.

John was born in Lost Springs, Kansas on March 30, 1944, son of the late Jessie and Mike Alvarez.

Survivors
 include his wife of 59 years, Ellen Alvarez; daughters, Robin Alvarez 
(Rich McConnell), Aimee Achilles (Chris); son, John Alvarez II (Jen); 
grandchildren Aubrie and Delanie Achilles, and Deklen Alvarez.

He was preceded in death by twin daughters, Sophia Louise, and Jessica Ann.

Cremation was chosen and graveside services will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Hospice of Dickinson County, in of the funeral home.

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 </figure>John Nicholas Alvarez, 79, of Abilene, passed away Thursday, March 30th, 2023.John was born in Lost Springs, Kansas on March 30, 1944, son of the late Jessie and Mike Alvarez.Survivors
 include his wife of 59 years, Ellen Alvarez; daughters, Robin Alvarez 
(Rich McConnell), Aimee Achilles (Chris); son, John Alvarez II (Jen); 
grandchildren Aubrie and Delanie Achilles, and Deklen Alvarez.He was preceded in death by twin daughters, Sophia Louise, and Jessica Ann.Cremation was chosen and graveside services will be held at a later date.Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Hospice of Dickinson County, in of the funeral home.

John Nicholas Alvarez

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 </figure>Carolyn J. Hertel, 86, died Thursday, March 30, 2023, at The Ranch House
 in Garden City, Kansas. She was born August 30, 1936, in Larned, 
Kansas, the daughter of Dee &amp; Isabel (Shasteen) Klein. 
 Carolyn grew up with her family on a farm East of Hanston, Kansas. 
 She attended schools in Burdett and Hanston and graduated from Hanston 
High School in 1954. She then attended nurses training in Great Bend, 
Kansas. Carolyn worked for a short time at a nurse’s aide and 
receptionist at St. Joseph Hospital in Larned. On May 11, 1956, she 
married Harold J. Hertel in Hanston, Kansas. They have lived in Garden 
City since. Carolyn worked for 35 years at Fidelity State Bank as a 
teller and assistant cashier before retiring as a Vice President in the 
mid 1990’s. 
 Carolyn was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City and
 was a past President of the Kansas Women’s Banking Association. She 
enjoyed spending her time traveling with her husband Harold, reading, 
gardening, and canning. 
 Survivors include her husband Harold J. Hertel of the home; two 
children Melissa (David) Horning of Garden City, KS and Michael (Brenda)
 Hertel of Cave Creek, Arizona; four brothers Robert Klein of Hanston, 
KS, Eldon Klein of Dodge City, KS, Jody Klein of Wright, KS, &amp; Steve
 Klein of Enid, OK; three sisters Kay Woods of Manhattan, KS, Donna 
Sherman of Wichita, KS, &amp; Barbara Krenzel of McPherson, KS; and two 
grandchildren Krystal Horning and Nicholas Horning. Carolyn is preceded
 in death by her parents; two brothers Richard Klein and Jack Klein; and
 three sisters Phyllis Allison, Ruby Rebel, &amp; Pat Martin. 
 A Vigil service &amp; Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, 
April 3, 2023, at St. Mary Catholic Church in Garden City. Funeral Mass
 will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, also at St. Mary 
Catholic Church in Garden City with Fr. Jacob Schneider as Celebrant. 
Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery in Garden City. Friends may 
call from Noon to 5:30 p.m. on Monday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden 
City. The family suggests memorials given to St. Mary Catholic Church 
in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be given at 
garnandfuneralhomes.com.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Tuesday, January 5th, 1937-Thursday, March 30th, 2023

An obituary and services are pending with&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

Tuesday, January 5th, 1937-Thursday, March 30th, 2023An obituary and services are pending with&nbsp;Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home.

Phyllis Jacqueline (Trow) Dority, 83, of
 Bennington, Kansas, passed away, Wednesday, March 29, at Wakefield Care
 and Rehabilitation Center in Wakefield, Kansas.

Phyllis was born on August 13, 1939, in 
Minneapolis, Kansas, to Tommy and Bernice (Joseph) Trow. She was the 
oldest of three girls.

Phyllis was raised in Minneapolis and Salina. She was a majorette for Salina Central High School.

Phyllis married Arlen N. Dority on Feb 6, 1957.

After they married, they lived in Salina
 for 9 years before moving to Aurora, Colorado, where they lived for 12 
years. They moved back and settled down in Bennington in 1978.

She was a homemaker but also worked for 
Swift Processing in Salina, was the Bakery Manager for King Sooper in 
Aurora, Colorado and as a waitress at Bayard's Cafe in Salina.

Phyllis loved to sew and made Barbie 
clothes for the girls for Christmas. She also loved living in the 
country where her husband, father, and family helped build their home. 
She also liked doing ceramics, camping, traveling, dancing, and puzzles.

Survivors include her daughters, Lanette
 Millieson (Ron), Keyna Leonard (Sam); son, Douglas Dority; sister, 
Debby Jackson; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.

She also raised Kodiak Dority as her own. She loved him with all her heart and was very proud of his accomplishments in life.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents; husband of 64 years; sister, Patricia; granddaughter, 
Clairessa; grandson, James; and great grandson, Aaron.

Visitation will be held on Monday, April 3rd, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle, Minneapolis.

Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, 
Tuesday, April 4th, at the funeral home with burial following at Highland
 Cemetery, Minneapolis.

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 Bennington, Kansas, passed away, Wednesday, March 29, at Wakefield Care
 and Rehabilitation Center in Wakefield, Kansas.Phyllis was born on August 13, 1939, in 
Minneapolis, Kansas, to Tommy and Bernice (Joseph) Trow. She was the 
oldest of three girls.Phyllis was raised in Minneapolis and Salina. She was a majorette for Salina Central High School.Phyllis married Arlen N. Dority on Feb 6, 1957.After they married, they lived in Salina
 for 9 years before moving to Aurora, Colorado, where they lived for 12 
years. They moved back and settled down in Bennington in 1978.She was a homemaker but also worked for 
Swift Processing in Salina, was the Bakery Manager for King Sooper in 
Aurora, Colorado and as a waitress at Bayard's Cafe in Salina.Phyllis loved to sew and made Barbie 
clothes for the girls for Christmas. She also loved living in the 
country where her husband, father, and family helped build their home. 
She also liked doing ceramics, camping, traveling, dancing, and puzzles.Survivors include her daughters, Lanette
 Millieson (Ron), Keyna Leonard (Sam); son, Douglas Dority; sister, 
Debby Jackson; 11 grandchildren; and 20 great grandchildren.She also raised Kodiak Dority as her own. She loved him with all her heart and was very proud of his accomplishments in life.She was preceded in death by her 
parents; husband of 64 years; sister, Patricia; granddaughter, 
Clairessa; grandson, James; and great grandson, Aaron.Visitation will be held on Monday, April 3rd, from 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm at Wilson Family Funeral Home, 405 Argyle, Minneapolis.Funeral services will be at 2:00 pm, 
Tuesday, April 4th, at the funeral home with burial following at Highland
 Cemetery, Minneapolis.

Phyllis Jacqueline (Trow) Dority

January 12, 1924
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 29, 2023

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

Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Carol-R.-Dixon?obId=27619663#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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 </figure>January 12, 1924
 &nbsp;-&nbsp;
 March 29, 2023An obituary is pending with&nbsp;Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home.Click <a href="https://www.ymlfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Carol-R.-Dixon?obId=27619663#/celebrationWall">HERE</a> for service details.

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