Steven W. Zadina, age 59, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Saturday October 22, 2022.

He was born on January 9, 1963 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Darus “Bud” and Marjory Zadina. He grew up in Beloit and graduated with the Beloit High School Class of 1981. He attended Kansas State University and worked with the Collegian Newspaper and on the KSU Yearbook.

Steven worked for over 30 years for Nelson’s Poultry Farm in Manhattan. He enjoyed going to work, doing landscaping, gardening and growing fresh vegetables. When there were family events or gatherings Steven loved to grill or cooking and made sure there was plenty for all.

He was the family “mr.fix it”, the handyman for all things that needed fixed. Steven was the one that was the reacher of tall things guy for his family. He had a great sense of humor, loved poking fun and teasing his great nephew and great niece.

Steven was fun, humorous, always there and hard working efforts, will be missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father Bud Zadina.

Survivors include his mother, Marjory Zadina, of Beloit, Kansas; his sisters, Cindy Schoen, of Neosho, Missouri and Vicki Humiston, of Hutchinson, Kansas; and also his niece Kenda Brewster, of Atlanta, Georgia; great-nephew Zaden Brewster and great-niece Zalie Brewster, both of Garden Plain, Kansas.

A Celebration Gathering for Steven will be held on Saturday October 29, 2022 from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m. at the Green Valley Community Center, 3770 Green Valley Road in Manhattan.

A Memorial Service will also be held at a later date in Beloit, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Steven are suggested for the KU Cancer Center Research Gift Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Steven W. Zadina, age 59, of Manhattan, Kansas, died Saturday October 22, 2022.He was born on January 9, 1963 in Beloit, Kansas, the son of Darus “Bud” and Marjory Zadina. He grew up in Beloit and graduated with the Beloit High School Class of 1981. He attended Kansas State University and worked with the Collegian Newspaper and on the KSU Yearbook.Steven worked for over 30 years for Nelson’s Poultry Farm in Manhattan. He enjoyed going to work, doing landscaping, gardening and growing fresh vegetables. When there were family events or gatherings Steven loved to grill or cooking and made sure there was plenty for all.He was the family “mr.fix it”, the handyman for all things that needed fixed. Steven was the one that was the reacher of tall things guy for his family. He had a great sense of humor, loved poking fun and teasing his great nephew and great niece.Steven was fun, humorous, always there and hard working efforts, will be missed by all who knew him.He was preceded in death by his father Bud Zadina.Survivors include his mother, Marjory Zadina, of Beloit, Kansas; his sisters, Cindy Schoen, of Neosho, Missouri and Vicki Humiston, of Hutchinson, Kansas; and also his niece Kenda Brewster, of Atlanta, Georgia; great-nephew Zaden Brewster and great-niece Zalie Brewster, both of Garden Plain, Kansas.A Celebration Gathering for Steven will be held on Saturday October 29, 2022 from 9:00a.m. until 11:00a.m. at the Green Valley Community Center, 3770 Green Valley Road in Manhattan.A Memorial Service will also be held at a later date in Beloit, Kansas.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of Steven are suggested for the KU Cancer Center Research Gift Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502

Steven W. Zadina

Paul Wayne “P.W.” Henningsen, 85, of Belvue, Kansas, died Monday, October 24, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society of Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a life-long member of the community.

P.W. was born October 31, 1936, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Paul O. and Mabel (Lederer) Henningsen.&nbsp; He attended local schools and graduated from Wamego High School.

P.W. was a farmer and stockman for his entire adult life, operating the family farm near Belvue.&nbsp; He was a member of the Belvue Township Drainage Board and an active participant of the local FFA and 4-H programs.&nbsp; P.W. enjoyed fishing, playing Pitch with his friends, and swapping stories at the gas station drinking coffee.&nbsp; P.W. loved going to cattle sales and was a regular at all the local sale barns.

P.W. married Rose Marie Williams on August 21, 1958, in Wamego.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 23, 2015.

P.W. is survived by his daughters; Jo Logan (Jay), Bellvue, Colorado, and Janet Brown (Eric), Belvue; his grandchildren, Scott Logan (Emily), Wichita, Aaron Logan (Kelsey Welliver), Manhattan, Jacob Brown (Tina), Belvue, and Colton Brown, Topeka; and his great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Stella Logan.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Julie Marie Henningsen.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held in Belvue Cemetery.&nbsp; The family suggest memorial contributions to either FFA or 4-H, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Paul Wayne “P.W.” Henningsen, 85, of Belvue, Kansas, died Monday, October 24, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society of Wamego.&nbsp;&nbsp; He was a life-long member of the community.P.W. was born October 31, 1936, in Wamego, Kansas, the son of Paul O. and Mabel (Lederer) Henningsen.&nbsp; He attended local schools and graduated from Wamego High School.P.W. was a farmer and stockman for his entire adult life, operating the family farm near Belvue.&nbsp; He was a member of the Belvue Township Drainage Board and an active participant of the local FFA and 4-H programs.&nbsp; P.W. enjoyed fishing, playing Pitch with his friends, and swapping stories at the gas station drinking coffee.&nbsp; P.W. loved going to cattle sales and was a regular at all the local sale barns.P.W. married Rose Marie Williams on August 21, 1958, in Wamego.&nbsp; She preceded him in death on March 23, 2015.P.W. is survived by his daughters; Jo Logan (Jay), Bellvue, Colorado, and Janet Brown (Eric), Belvue; his grandchildren, Scott Logan (Emily), Wichita, Aaron Logan (Kelsey Welliver), Manhattan, Jacob Brown (Tina), Belvue, and Colton Brown, Topeka; and his great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Stella Logan.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Julie Marie Henningsen.A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held in Belvue Cemetery.&nbsp; The family suggest memorial contributions to either FFA or 4-H, and those may be sent in care of the funeral home.

Paul Wayne “P.W.” Henningsen

Bart Alden Coutermarsh, age 94 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.

He was born on March 18, 1928 in Leonardville, the son of Bart and Nellie (Goodin) Coutermarsh.

The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. on November 4, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 5, 2022 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Kaylie Ines officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Walsburg Cemetery.

Complete obituary information will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Bart Alden Coutermarsh, age 94 of Leonardville, passed away Monday, October 24, 2022 at the Leonardville Nursing Home.He was born on March 18, 1928 in Leonardville, the son of Bart and Nellie (Goodin) Coutermarsh.The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. on November 4, 2022 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 5, 2022 at the Walsburg Lutheran Church with Rev. Kaylie Ines officiating. &nbsp;Burial will be in the Walsburg Cemetery.Complete obituary information will be announced later by the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Bart Alden Coutermarsh

Myron “Bud” Wohler, age 92, died at Advena Living Center in Clay Center, KS on October 23, 2022. He was born in Leonardville, KS on March 21, 1930, to Myron Sr. and Wobina (Leipersberger) Wohler. Bud moved with his parents to a farm east of Clay Center where he attended Upper Lincoln School. They later moved to the southwest side of Clay Center, where he attended Redtop also known as Blaine School through 8th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; He graduated from Clay Center Community High School in 1948. He married Lucille Largent on June 12, 1949. They made their home outside Clay Center.

Bud worked for Cities Service Oil Co., Riddle Quarries and substituted for the rural mail routes and city routes at Christmas time, along&nbsp; with farming.&nbsp; He started Grade A Dairy in 1967 and later added Angus cattle.&nbsp; Bud enjoyed going to the pasture to check cows and cut the pesky little cedar trees. He also enjoyed visits from his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Upon his retirement he took up woodworking. Bud was a member of the Presbyterian Church, a former member of Dairy Farmers of America, and previously had a seat on the Coop and Rural Water Board. He is preceded in death by his parents and son, Doug

Son: Jim (Cindy) Wohler of Clay Center, KS

Son: Larry (Linda) Wohler of Clay Center, KS

Daughter: Ronda (Bob) Kopfer of Clay Center, KS

Brother: Ronald (Carolyn) Wohler of Morganville, K

Grandchildren: Jon Wohler, Patrick Kopfer, Jaret Wohler, Mike Kopfer, Mark Wohler, Ginger Kopfer and Luke Wohler

No visitation is planned, and a private family service will take place.

Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Can be made to Meadowlark Hospice or Big Lakes c/o the funeral home

Myron “Bud” Wohler, age 92, died at Advena Living Center in Clay Center, KS on October 23, 2022. He was born in Leonardville, KS on March 21, 1930, to Myron Sr. and Wobina (Leipersberger) Wohler. Bud moved with his parents to a farm east of Clay Center where he attended Upper Lincoln School. They later moved to the southwest side of Clay Center, where he attended Redtop also known as Blaine School through 8th&nbsp;grade.&nbsp; He graduated from Clay Center Community High School in 1948. He married Lucille Largent on June 12, 1949. They made their home outside Clay Center.Bud worked for Cities Service Oil Co., Riddle Quarries and substituted for the rural mail routes and city routes at Christmas time, along&nbsp; with farming.&nbsp; He started Grade A Dairy in 1967 and later added Angus cattle.&nbsp; Bud enjoyed going to the pasture to check cows and cut the pesky little cedar trees. He also enjoyed visits from his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Upon his retirement he took up woodworking. Bud was a member of the Presbyterian Church, a former member of Dairy Farmers of America, and previously had a seat on the Coop and Rural Water Board. He is preceded in death by his parents and son, DougSurvivors:Wife: Lucille Wohler of Clay Center, KSSon: Jim (Cindy) Wohler of Clay Center, KSSon: Larry (Linda) Wohler of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Ronda (Bob) Kopfer of Clay Center, KSBrother: Ronald (Carolyn) Wohler of Morganville, KGrandchildren: Jon Wohler, Patrick Kopfer, Jaret Wohler, Mike Kopfer, Mark Wohler, Ginger Kopfer and Luke Wohler10 Great GrandchildrenNo visitation is planned, and a private family service will take place.Memorials:&nbsp;&nbsp;Can be made to Meadowlark Hospice or Big Lakes c/o the funeral home

Myron “Bud” Wohler

Bruce Edward Bigler, 74, of Clay Center, died Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; He was born on August 26, 1948 in Clay Center, the son of Jacob and Mae (Talbot) Bigler.

He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad after over 30 years. Before that, he served 3 years in the Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Bruce participated in the Veterans Honor Flight in 2018.

Bruce was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. He even got his picture in the paper in the 80s for a record catfish from the Republican River.

Bruce was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Bigler, his parents, Mae and Jacob Bigler Sr, and sisters LaNora Eschelman and Connie Hullum.

Bruce is survived by his brothers, Jacob Bigler Jr and wife Sharon of Wichita, Ks and James Bigler and wife Yolanda of Van Nuys, CA, and his 8 nieces and nephews, Deborah Bigler, Chris Jones, Pam Riley, David Bigler, Patti Soliman, Ric Rosenkranz, Paula Riley-Ring, and Justin Bigler.

He is also survived by great nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas Honor Flight in his name and can be sent in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

We sincerely thank the Presbyterian Manor and Meadowlark Hospice for caring for our uncle. It was clear that they cared about him and we appreciate them greatly.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 29th at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Respect calls will be held at the church on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. until service time.

Interment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 29th at 10:30 AM at the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Respect calls will be held at the church on Saturday, from 9:30 AM until service time.

Bruce Edward Bigler, 74, of Clay Center, died Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; He was born on August 26, 1948 in Clay Center, the son of Jacob and Mae (Talbot) Bigler.Bruce Edward Bigler, 74, of Clay Center, died Sunday, October 23, 2022 at the Clay Center Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; He was born on August 26, 1948 in Clay Center, the son of Jacob and Mae (Talbot) Bigler.He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad after over 30 years. Before that, he served 3 years in the Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Bruce participated in the Veterans Honor Flight in 2018.Bruce was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. He even got his picture in the paper in the 80s for a record catfish from the Republican River.Bruce was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Bigler, his parents, Mae and Jacob Bigler Sr, and sisters LaNora Eschelman and Connie Hullum.Bruce is survived by his brothers, Jacob Bigler Jr and wife Sharon of Wichita, Ks and James Bigler and wife Yolanda of Van Nuys, CA, and his 8 nieces and nephews, Deborah Bigler, Chris Jones, Pam Riley, David Bigler, Patti Soliman, Ric Rosenkranz, Paula Riley-Ring, and Justin Bigler.He is also survived by great nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas Honor Flight in his name and can be sent in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.We sincerely thank the Presbyterian Manor and Meadowlark Hospice for caring for our uncle. It was clear that they cared about him and we appreciate them greatly.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 29th at 10:30 a.m. at the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Respect calls will be held at the church on Saturday, from 9:30 a.m. until service time.Interment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.He retired from the Union Pacific Railroad after over 30 years. Before that, he served 3 years in the Army and was a Vietnam Veteran. Bruce participated in the Veterans Honor Flight in 2018.Bruce was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting, fishing, and trapping. He even got his picture in the paper in the 80s for a record catfish from the Republican River.Bruce was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Bigler, his parents, Mae and Jacob Bigler Sr, and sisters LaNora Eschelman and Connie Hullum.Bruce is survived by his brothers, Jacob Bigler Jr and wife Sharon of Wichita, Ks and James Bigler and wife Yolanda of Van Nuys, CA, and his 8 nieces and nephews, Deborah Bigler, Chris Jones, Pam Riley, David Bigler, Patti Soliman, Ric Rosenkranz, Paula Riley-Ring, and Justin Bigler.He is also survived by great nieces and nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas Honor Flight in his name and can be sent in care of the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.We sincerely thank the Presbyterian Manor and Meadowlark Hospice for caring for our uncle. It was clear that they cared about him and we appreciate them greatly.Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 29th at 10:30 AM at the Clay Center United Methodist Church. Respect calls will be held at the church on Saturday, from 9:30 AM until service time.Interment will follow at the Greenwood Cemetery in Clay Center.

Bruce Edward Bigler

Delores Ann Case, 83 died October 23, 2022 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; She was born on December 27, 1938 in Idana, the daughter of Clifford and Bessie (Frazier) Haden.&nbsp; Delores was a Class of 1957 graduate of the Clay Center High School.&nbsp; She worked as a cashier and bookkeeper for Boogaarts and Kiers grocery stores for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, and two brothers.

Brother: Eddie and wife Verena Haden of Salina, KS

2 Grandchildren and 2 Great-grandchildren

Memorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hills c/o the funeral home

Delores Ann Case, 83 died October 23, 2022 in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; She was born on December 27, 1938 in Idana, the daughter of Clifford and Bessie (Frazier) Haden.&nbsp; Delores was a Class of 1957 graduate of the Clay Center High School.&nbsp; She worked as a cashier and bookkeeper for Boogaarts and Kiers grocery stores for many years.&nbsp;&nbsp; Delores was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, and two brothers.Survivors:Daughter: Judy Case of Clay Center, KSDaughter: Brenda Case of Clay Center, KSBrother: Eddie and wife Verena Haden of Salina, KS2 Grandchildren and 2 Great-grandchildrenPrivate, family services are plannedMemorials:&nbsp; Meadowlark Hills c/o the funeral home

Delores Ann Case

Frances Darlene Moritz, resident of Chapman, Kansas, passed away on October 24, 2022 at the age of 90.

She was born August 13, 1932 at Burlington, Kansas, the daughter of Bert and Maude (Garrett) Decker. She graduated from Burlington High School with the class of 1950. While a student, Darlene worked at Shaull’s Drug Store and Burlington Country Club. After graduation she worked for Coffee County Rural Electric Cooperative until moving to Kansas City, MO in 1951. While there she trained for the Northern Division with South Western Bell Telephone Company to move to Topeka. She was a secretary to the Division Maintenance supervisor until she married and transferred to the Wichita Office and worked until 1956. On September 3, 1955, she married James Moritz in Burlington, Kansas. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary three months before he passed away. She worked for her husband at Alpine Moving and Storage Company in Wichita, Ks until they started their family. In 1970 the family moved to Milford, Kansas and she helped her husband on the farm and also worked for Dean Berneking Catering for 10 years. Darlene was active in her community and church. She belonged to Beta Sigma Phi and held several offices while in Topeka. She was a member of Pleasant View EHU, Circle, St. Xavier Catholic Church, Junction City, Kansas and St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman, Ks. She is survived by her daughters: Marilyn (Monty) Ferris, Wamego, Ks, Loretta (Joe) Fisher and Sandra (Curtis) Barbee both of Chapman, Ks; and son, Harvey (Stacy) Moritz also of Chapman, Ks; son-in-law, David Manning of Chapman, Ks; grandchildren: Crystal, Jessie, Lance, Mistie, Melissa, Shane, Alecia, Jessica, Molly, Kera, Casey, Tanner, Macie, Chris, J. R, and Amanda and 37 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, daughter, Brenda Manning; parents, Bert and Maude Decker; two brothers and five sisters. Rosary with the family will be Thursday, Oct. 27th at 5:00-5:30&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;p.m.&nbsp; at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Chapman, Ks. Visitation will follow rosary from 5:30-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral will be Friday, Oct. 28th at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Chapman, Ks. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Junction City, Ks following Funeral. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Michael’s Catholic Church, the American Diabetes Association, or to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frances Darlene Moritz, resident of Chapman, Kansas, passed away on October 24, 2022 at the age of 90. She was born August 13, 1932 at Burlington, Kansas, the daughter of Bert and Maude (Garrett) Decker. She graduated from Burlington High School with the class of 1950. While a student, Darlene worked at Shaull’s Drug Store and Burlington Country Club. After graduation she worked for Coffee County Rural Electric Cooperative until moving to Kansas City, MO in 1951. While there she trained for the Northern Division with South Western Bell Telephone Company to move to Topeka. She was a secretary to the Division Maintenance supervisor until she married and transferred to the Wichita Office and worked until 1956. On September 3, 1955, she married James Moritz in Burlington, Kansas. They celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary three months before he passed away. She worked for her husband at Alpine Moving and Storage Company in Wichita, Ks until they started their family. In 1970 the family moved to Milford, Kansas and she helped her husband on the farm and also worked for Dean Berneking Catering for 10 years. Darlene was active in her community and church. She belonged to Beta Sigma Phi and held several offices while in Topeka. She was a member of Pleasant View EHU, Circle, St. Xavier Catholic Church, Junction City, Kansas and St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Chapman, Ks. She is survived by her daughters: Marilyn (Monty) Ferris, Wamego, Ks, Loretta (Joe) Fisher and Sandra (Curtis) Barbee both of Chapman, Ks; and son, Harvey (Stacy) Moritz also of Chapman, Ks; son-in-law, David Manning of Chapman, Ks; grandchildren: Crystal, Jessie, Lance, Mistie, Melissa, Shane, Alecia, Jessica, Molly, Kera, Casey, Tanner, Macie, Chris, J. R, and Amanda and 37 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, James, daughter, Brenda Manning; parents, Bert and Maude Decker; two brothers and five sisters. Rosary with the family will be Thursday, Oct. 27th at 5:00-5:30&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;p.m.&nbsp; at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Chapman, Ks. Visitation will follow rosary from 5:30-7:00 p.m.&nbsp; Funeral will be Friday, Oct. 28th at 10:30 a.m.&nbsp; at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Chapman, Ks. Burial will be at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Junction City, Ks following Funeral. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Michael’s Catholic Church, the American Diabetes Association, or to the Alzheimer’s Association and may be sent in care of the Londeen-Overlease Funeral Chapel, P.O. Box 411, Chapman, Kansas 67431.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Frances Darlene Moritz

Michael J. Greene, 76 of Salina, formerly of Abilene passed away October 14, 1945. He was born October 19, 1945 is Salina, Kansas the son of Timothy and Teresa (Kirn) Greene. On November 8, 1969 he was united in marriage to Patricia “Patty” Shipman in Salina. Michael graduated from Solomon High School and went on the earn his Bachelor’s degree in Geology at Kansas State University.

 Michael is survived by his loving wife Patty of the home. One daughter, Kelly Greene and granddaughter, Katy Greene. He is also survived by his four brothers: Dennis, Timothy, Kevin Greene and John Nielson. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Colin Greene.

 The family has chosen cremation and there will be no services planned at this time per Michael’s wishes.&nbsp;

Michael J. Greene, 76 of Salina, formerly of Abilene passed away October 14, 1945. He was born October 19, 1945 is Salina, Kansas the son of Timothy and Teresa (Kirn) Greene. On November 8, 1969 he was united in marriage to Patricia “Patty” Shipman in Salina. Michael graduated from Solomon High School and went on the earn his Bachelor’s degree in Geology at Kansas State University. Michael is survived by his loving wife Patty of the home. One daughter, Kelly Greene and granddaughter, Katy Greene. He is also survived by his four brothers: Dennis, Timothy, Kevin Greene and John Nielson. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Colin Greene. The family has chosen cremation and there will be no services planned at this time per Michael’s wishes.&nbsp;

Michael J. Greene

Robert Bachan, son of Joseph and Mary Bachan, husband to Loretta Bachan, passed into his heavenly home on October 20, 2022. Military honors and inurnment will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley on Friday, October 28, 2022, at 10 a.m.

Robert Bachan, son of Joseph and Mary Bachan, husband to Loretta Bachan, passed into his heavenly home on October 20, 2022. Military honors and inurnment will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley on Friday, October 28, 2022, at 10 a.m.

SFC (RET) Robert Bachan - 1944 - 2022

Margaret M. Snipes, 75, of Junction City, Kansas, died peacefully Sunday, October 23, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A funeral will take place 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, at New Church of the Living God with Bishop James E. Johnson officiating. Burial will follow the service at Highland Cemetery. A visitation will take place 5-7 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. Margaret was born May 10, 1947 in Denmark, Tennessee the daughter of John J. and Lillie (Batchelor) Smith. Margaret moved to Junction City from Tennessee in 1974. She worked in the hospitality industry for the Hilton Inn Hotel, Fort Riley dining facilities and U.S.D. #475 School District as a food service and janitorial employee. Margaret spent many years volunteering her time at the Junction City Salvation Army. She was a member of Faith Tabernacle Church for twenty plus years. Margaret was mother figure for many children throughout the community. She always had an open door at her home. She was known for her nurturing personality. She demonstrated excellent cooking and sewing skills. On September 18, 1963, she married Louis T. Snipes in Jackson, Tennessee. He died August 30, 2020. Survivors include two sons, Willie T. Snipes and his wife Mary Snipes of Junction City, Kansas and Gregory D. Snipes of Goodyear, Arizona; three grandchildren, Shemika Snipes, Travis Snipes both of Junction City, Kansas and Chelsey Kyle of San Diego, California; one daughter-in-law Angelica Snipes of Phoenix, Arizona; one sister, Evelyn Smith of St. Louis, Missouri; a host of nephews, nieces and other friends and relatives. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of over fifty plus years Louis T. Snipes; one son, Tracey D. Snipes; one grandson Felix Andre Snipes; one sister, Johnnie Mae Daniel and one brother-in-law Tee Snipes, Jr.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret M. Snipes, 75, of Junction City, Kansas, died peacefully Sunday, October 23, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family. A funeral will take place 11:00 a.m. Friday, October 28, 2022, at New Church of the Living God with Bishop James E. Johnson officiating. Burial will follow the service at Highland Cemetery. A visitation will take place 5-7 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2022 at Johnson Funeral Home. Margaret was born May 10, 1947 in Denmark, Tennessee the daughter of John J. and Lillie (Batchelor) Smith. Margaret moved to Junction City from Tennessee in 1974. She worked in the hospitality industry for the Hilton Inn Hotel, Fort Riley dining facilities and U.S.D. #475 School District as a food service and janitorial employee. Margaret spent many years volunteering her time at the Junction City Salvation Army. She was a member of Faith Tabernacle Church for twenty plus years. Margaret was mother figure for many children throughout the community. She always had an open door at her home. She was known for her nurturing personality. She demonstrated excellent cooking and sewing skills. On September 18, 1963, she married Louis T. Snipes in Jackson, Tennessee. He died August 30, 2020. Survivors include two sons, Willie T. Snipes and his wife Mary Snipes of Junction City, Kansas and Gregory D. Snipes of Goodyear, Arizona; three grandchildren, Shemika Snipes, Travis Snipes both of Junction City, Kansas and Chelsey Kyle of San Diego, California; one daughter-in-law Angelica Snipes of Phoenix, Arizona; one sister, Evelyn Smith of St. Louis, Missouri; a host of nephews, nieces and other friends and relatives. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of over fifty plus years Louis T. Snipes; one son, Tracey D. Snipes; one grandson Felix Andre Snipes; one sister, Johnnie Mae Daniel and one brother-in-law Tee Snipes, Jr.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret M. Snipes

Mary Elizabeth Ryan (Schneider), 100, of Solomon, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022 in Salina, KS. She was born September 12, 1922 on a farm west of Salina, to John J. and Lucy Grace (Seramur) Schneider. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School and received her teaching degree from Marymount College. She taught in Grainfield, Kansas, and then Salina Sacred Heart prior to getting married and starting her family. She married Francis Ryan on December 29, 1954 in Salina, KS and they had 36 years together until his death in 1990. Mary was active in her church where she taught religion, served on the Solomon Altar Society, lectured and led the rosary. She served on the Solomon USD #393 Board of Education, as well as the Solomon State Bank Board. She played cards for the 51 Club, Sunflower Shufflers and Y&amp;O Club, as well served as a 4-H food leader for many years. She was a devoted wife, mother to seven, grandmother to twenty-one and great-grandma to seven. The month prior the family was able to celebrate her 100 th birthday which she truly enjoyed.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Francis, five siblings, Frances Schneider, John Schneider,&nbsp;Sister Monica Schneider, Lucy McCann and Sister Lucy Schneider. She is survived by her children, Joe Ryan (Kym), Margaret Shaver (Rick), Pat Ryan (Marcia), Lucy Alexander (John), Jim Ryan (Lisa), Jane Oeser (Jon), and Tom Ryan, and her grandchildren, Ben, Nick and Meaghan Ryan, Jessica Ward, Lauren, Drew and Seth Shaver, Elizabeth, Luke and Kyle Ryan, David, Ryan and Lucy Alexander, Michael, Janae, Devin, Emily and Peyton Ryan, Lawson, Lexi and Lauren Oeser and seven great-grandchildren, MJ Ward, Jayce and Levi Alexander, Logan, Kray and Landyn Kirmer, and Elena Ryan.

Visitation will be Monday, October 24, 2022 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Solomon, with the rosary beginning at 7:00 p .m.. Services will be Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Solomon. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Solomon.&nbsp; A reception will follow at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center in Solomon. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, PO Box 279, Concordia, KS 66901.

The family would like to thank the staff of Brookdale Salina Fairdale and Salina Kindred Hospice for the loving care they gave our Miss Mary, as she was so kindly called. They were our angels.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Ryan (Schneider), 100, of Solomon, passed away Saturday, October 22, 2022 in Salina, KS. She was born September 12, 1922 on a farm west of Salina, to John J. and Lucy Grace (Seramur) Schneider. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School and received her teaching degree from Marymount College. She taught in Grainfield, Kansas, and then Salina Sacred Heart prior to getting married and starting her family. She married Francis Ryan on December 29, 1954 in Salina, KS and they had 36 years together until his death in 1990. Mary was active in her church where she taught religion, served on the Solomon Altar Society, lectured and led the rosary. She served on the Solomon USD #393 Board of Education, as well as the Solomon State Bank Board. She played cards for the 51 Club, Sunflower Shufflers and Y&amp;O Club, as well served as a 4-H food leader for many years. She was a devoted wife, mother to seven, grandmother to twenty-one and great-grandma to seven. The month prior the family was able to celebrate her 100 th birthday which she truly enjoyed. Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Francis, five siblings, Frances Schneider, John Schneider,&nbsp;Sister Monica Schneider, Lucy McCann and Sister Lucy Schneider. She is survived by her children, Joe Ryan (Kym), Margaret Shaver (Rick), Pat Ryan (Marcia), Lucy Alexander (John), Jim Ryan (Lisa), Jane Oeser (Jon), and Tom Ryan, and her grandchildren, Ben, Nick and Meaghan Ryan, Jessica Ward, Lauren, Drew and Seth Shaver, Elizabeth, Luke and Kyle Ryan, David, Ryan and Lucy Alexander, Michael, Janae, Devin, Emily and Peyton Ryan, Lawson, Lexi and Lauren Oeser and seven great-grandchildren, MJ Ward, Jayce and Levi Alexander, Logan, Kray and Landyn Kirmer, and Elena Ryan. Visitation will be Monday, October 24, 2022 from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Solomon, with the rosary beginning at 7:00 p .m.. Services will be Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish in Solomon. Burial will follow at the Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Solomon.&nbsp; A reception will follow at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center in Solomon. Memorials may be made to the Sisters of St. Joseph, PO Box 279, Concordia, KS 66901. The family would like to thank the staff of Brookdale Salina Fairdale and Salina Kindred Hospice for the loving care they gave our Miss Mary, as she was so kindly called. They were our angels.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mary Elizabeth Ryan 

Gordon Dean Ryff, 87, passed away peacefully at Stormont Vail Hospital Topeka, Kansas on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, surrounded by his family. Gordon was born on September 24, 1935 in Elmo, Kansas on the family farm. He was the fourth and youngest son of Henry and Erma Ryff. He attended a country school near Elmo during his elementary years and graduated from Hope High School in 1953. Gordon married Juanita Beem on December 29, 1956, at the Navarre Church of the Brethren. They were married just shy of 66 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and his three older brothers: Kenneth, Marvin, and George. He is survived by his wife, Juanita, of the home; three children, Tony (Kathy) of Wichita, Barb of Abilene, and Mike of Hope (Sheila Mae, fiancé of Carcar City, Philippines); five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces. Gordon and his family lived and farmed in the Elmo area. He attended Ebenezer Baptist Church from his youth and was baptized there. As a boy, he was enrolled in Bible Memory Association and memorized hundreds of verses. The training that his mother invested in him served as a foundation for the rest of his life. In addition to farming, he enjoyed serving and helping others. He worked at the Navarre Farm Service Co-op for many years. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to neighbors and friends, and he enjoyed woodworking. Gordon was also active in the Navarre Lions Club. There will be no visitation. Services will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the Ebenezer Baptist Church near Dillon. Burial will follow at the church’s cemetery on the grounds. Memorials may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye Ave, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gordon Dean Ryff, 87, passed away peacefully at Stormont Vail Hospital Topeka, Kansas on Wednesday, October 19, 2022, surrounded by his family. Gordon was born on September 24, 1935 in Elmo, Kansas on the family farm. He was the fourth and youngest son of Henry and Erma Ryff. He attended a country school near Elmo during his elementary years and graduated from Hope High School in 1953. Gordon married Juanita Beem on December 29, 1956, at the Navarre Church of the Brethren. They were married just shy of 66 years. He is preceded in death by his parents and his three older brothers: Kenneth, Marvin, and George. He is survived by his wife, Juanita, of the home; three children, Tony (Kathy) of Wichita, Barb of Abilene, and Mike of Hope (Sheila Mae, fiancé of Carcar City, Philippines); five grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, and many nephews and nieces. Gordon and his family lived and farmed in the Elmo area. He attended Ebenezer Baptist Church from his youth and was baptized there. As a boy, he was enrolled in Bible Memory Association and memorized hundreds of verses. The training that his mother invested in him served as a foundation for the rest of his life. In addition to farming, he enjoyed serving and helping others. He worked at the Navarre Farm Service Co-op for many years. He loved his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to neighbors and friends, and he enjoyed woodworking. Gordon was also active in the Navarre Lions Club. There will be no visitation. Services will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at the Ebenezer Baptist Church near Dillon. Burial will follow at the church’s cemetery on the grounds. Memorials may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church in care of Danner Funeral Home, 501 N Buckeye Ave, Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gordon Dean Ryff

Deborah M. Farmer, age 65, died Friday October 21, 2022 at her home in Manhattan, KS.

She was born on December 12, 1956 in Tacoma, Washington, the daughter of Jack and Barbara (Meade) Pinhero. Debbie was raised in the Pratt, Kansas area where she attended and graduated from Skyline High School in 1974. She participated in cheerleading, basketball, and track and field during her high school years. She was proud of her state championship basketball teams in 1973 and 1974 and being crowned homecoming queen in 1973.

On July 12, 1980, she was united in marriage to Neal Farmer in Russell, KS. They lived in Russell for many years before moving to Manhattan, KS in 2001.

She attended North Central Kansas Area Vocational-Technical School and earned a diploma as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1980. Debbie attended Manhattan Christian College and earned a B.S. in Business Management and Ethics in 2004. While living in Russell, KS, she worked as Nurse, and she and Neal owned and operated Russell Flower and Gift. She was a talented floral designer and interior decorator. After moving to Manhattan, KS, Debbie worked as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative for AstraZeneca where she was awarded Executive PSS in 2021.

Debbie loved her three boys and family. She was proud of being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was always taking care of the family, making their favorites of bierocks and lasagna. There was also an endless supply of homemade chocolate chip cookies for the boys and grandkids. Debbie loved animals. Growing up she had her horse Skipper which she loved to ride. She and Neal always had a golden retriever in their home.

Debbie never missed one of her boys sporting events. She was Jason, Brent, and Ryan’s biggest fan and cheerleader. She was always providing words of encouragement and support. Debbie was known for coordinating booster activities and making sure every season was memorable. Even after her boys left the house and went to college, it became a family event to attend the KSU football and basketball games where many wonderful memories were made. She always made sure to make many of the events her grandchildren participated in, no matter the distance she had to travel to get there.

Hiking and being in the mountains were peaceful times for Debbie. She and Neal loved to visit Estes Park, CO to see the wildlife and take in nature. Debbie would always bring back her favorite salt water taffy for the whole family. She also loved snow skiing. The family would take yearly trips to Steamboat Springs or Keystone in Colorado to hit the slopes. Many weekends every summer were spent at Lake Wilson where she loved boating and watching her sons water ski and tube on the lake. Once the kids were out of the house, Neal and Debbie enjoyed trips to the Grand Cayman where they loved to snorkel and relax on the beach.

Debbie was also an avid reader. She was a part of a book club in Manhattan, KS and enjoyed discussing the books she read and sharing her favorites with family members. She loved reading to her boys when they were younger and then to her grandchildren. The quality time that she got with her grandchildren in her lap while reading a book to them was cherished.

She was preceded in death by her mother Barbara Rauckman and father Jack Pinhero.

In addition to her husband Neal Farmer, she is survived by her children: Jason Taylor (Jennifer) of Warrensburg, Missouri, Brent Farmer (Jessica) of Franklin, Tennessee, and Ryan Farmer of Columbia, Missouri; also, her grandchildren: Madison, Kaitlyn, Alexandria, Elizabeth, Brock and Jacob; and her great-grandchild Alaina.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the Wesley Cemetery near Willard, Missouri.

Memorial contributions in memory of Debbie may be made to the University of Colorado Cancer Center General Research Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Deborah M. Farmer, age 65, died Friday October 21, 2022 at her home in Manhattan, KS. She was born on December 12, 1956 in Tacoma, Washington, the daughter of Jack and Barbara (Meade) Pinhero. Debbie was raised in the Pratt, Kansas area where she attended and graduated from Skyline High School in 1974. She participated in cheerleading, basketball, and track and field during her high school years. She was proud of her state championship basketball teams in 1973 and 1974 and being crowned homecoming queen in 1973.On July 12, 1980, she was united in marriage to Neal Farmer in Russell, KS. They lived in Russell for many years before moving to Manhattan, KS in 2001.She attended North Central Kansas Area Vocational-Technical School and earned a diploma as a Licensed Practical Nurse in 1980. Debbie attended Manhattan Christian College and earned a B.S. in Business Management and Ethics in 2004. While living in Russell, KS, she worked as Nurse, and she and Neal owned and operated Russell Flower and Gift. She was a talented floral designer and interior decorator. After moving to Manhattan, KS, Debbie worked as a Pharmaceutical Sales Representative for AstraZeneca where she was awarded Executive PSS in 2021.Debbie loved her three boys and family. She was proud of being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was always taking care of the family, making their favorites of bierocks and lasagna. There was also an endless supply of homemade chocolate chip cookies for the boys and grandkids. Debbie loved animals. Growing up she had her horse Skipper which she loved to ride. She and Neal always had a golden retriever in their home.Debbie never missed one of her boys sporting events. She was Jason, Brent, and Ryan’s biggest fan and cheerleader. She was always providing words of encouragement and support. Debbie was known for coordinating booster activities and making sure every season was memorable. Even after her boys left the house and went to college, it became a family event to attend the KSU football and basketball games where many wonderful memories were made. She always made sure to make many of the events her grandchildren participated in, no matter the distance she had to travel to get there.Hiking and being in the mountains were peaceful times for Debbie. She and Neal loved to visit Estes Park, CO to see the wildlife and take in nature. Debbie would always bring back her favorite salt water taffy for the whole family. She also loved snow skiing. The family would take yearly trips to Steamboat Springs or Keystone in Colorado to hit the slopes. Many weekends every summer were spent at Lake Wilson where she loved boating and watching her sons water ski and tube on the lake. Once the kids were out of the house, Neal and Debbie enjoyed trips to the Grand Cayman where they loved to snorkel and relax on the beach.Debbie was also an avid reader. She was a part of a book club in Manhattan, KS and enjoyed discussing the books she read and sharing her favorites with family members. She loved reading to her boys when they were younger and then to her grandchildren. The quality time that she got with her grandchildren in her lap while reading a book to them was cherished.She was preceded in death by her mother Barbara Rauckman and father Jack Pinhero.In addition to her husband Neal Farmer, she is survived by her children: Jason Taylor (Jennifer) of Warrensburg, Missouri, Brent Farmer (Jessica) of Franklin, Tennessee, and Ryan Farmer of Columbia, Missouri; also, her grandchildren: Madison, Kaitlyn, Alexandria, Elizabeth, Brock and Jacob; and her great-grandchild Alaina.The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, October 25, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.Funeral Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church, 612 Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan.Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the Wesley Cemetery near Willard, Missouri.Memorial contributions in memory of Debbie may be made to the University of Colorado Cancer Center General Research Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Deborah M. Farmer

Mary Machin Hemphill was born November 1, 1942 in Wamego, KS to Ruth Elizabeth Burgess and John W. Machin II. She grew up in Manhattan, attending Bluemont Elementary school and graduating from Manhattan High School in 1960. She was baptized and joined First Baptist Church of Manhattan the same year. She married Steve E. Hemphill in 1962 and together they had two daughters. They later divorced.

Mary began her professional career at R.L. Polk and Company, and later worked as an administrative assistant at Kansas State University. After the birth of her children she became a full time homemaker and also typed papers for international students at KSU. She was a gifted seamstress and artist and her creativity added much beauty to her home. Mary also sold her arts and crafts creations at Kansas craft fairs.

She began teaching Sunday School at First Baptist Church in the 1970’s and continued in this role for many years, in addition to serving on church boards and committees and providing children’s sermons during Sunday morning worship. She was the adult leader of Brownie Troop #331 and Junior Girl Scout Troop #234, planning and leading weekly meetings and chaperoning several camping trips. Mary also served as a Region Cookie Captain, distributing all the cookies sold in the area to troop leaders.

Mary started her professional teaching career in the Office Education Program at Manhattan Vo-Tech. She returned to college and while working full-time as the bookkeeper for UFM, completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Art Education in 1987. She then taught for a year in Wichita Public Schools before returning home to teach Elementary Art for USD 383. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Education from Kansas State. Mary was named Kansas Master Teacher in 1999. She also had the opportunity to travel to Prague, Czechoslovakia one summer for art instructor professional development.

She retired from full-time teaching in 2008, and continued to substitute teach as well as volunteer activities in the Manhattan community. Mary continued her faithful involvement at FBC Manhattan, serving as an officer in the American Baptist Women group. She was a part of two mission work trips to Appalachia and Mexico in her retirement. Mary was a volunteer docent at the Beach Museum of Art in Manhattan, a member of Alpha Kappa Delta sorority, and taught classes at the Manhattan Arts Center. She enjoyed playing bunco, spending time with her friends and family, and attending musical performances at McCain Auditorium.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, John W. Machin III.

She is survived by two daughters, Amy Hemphill of Indianapolis, Indiana and Marcie Hemphill of Atlanta, Georgia; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Bailey of Columbus, Indiana; a sister, Margi Barber (Bob) of Hurricane, Utah; a sister-in-law, Janice Machin of Riley, KS; longtime companion Bob Ford of Baldwin, KS; her “partners-in-crime” the Unicorn Girls; three nephews, one niece, six great-nephews, two great nieces, one great grandniece, and her Machin and Burgess cousins.

A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29th, at the First Baptist Church, 2121 Blue Hills Rd., Manhattan, KS, with Pastor Chris Geyer officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Wabaunsee Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p .m. Friday, October 28th at the First Baptist Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Manhattan or the Girl Scouts of Northeast Kansas. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Mary Machin Hemphill was born November 1, 1942 in Wamego, KS to Ruth Elizabeth Burgess and John W. Machin II. She grew up in Manhattan, attending Bluemont Elementary school and graduating from Manhattan High School in 1960. She was baptized and joined First Baptist Church of Manhattan the same year. She married Steve E. Hemphill in 1962 and together they had two daughters. They later divorced.Mary began her professional career at R.L. Polk and Company, and later worked as an administrative assistant at Kansas State University. After the birth of her children she became a full time homemaker and also typed papers for international students at KSU. She was a gifted seamstress and artist and her creativity added much beauty to her home. Mary also sold her arts and crafts creations at Kansas craft fairs.She began teaching Sunday School at First Baptist Church in the 1970’s and continued in this role for many years, in addition to serving on church boards and committees and providing children’s sermons during Sunday morning worship. She was the adult leader of Brownie Troop #331 and Junior Girl Scout Troop #234, planning and leading weekly meetings and chaperoning several camping trips. Mary also served as a Region Cookie Captain, distributing all the cookies sold in the area to troop leaders.Mary started her professional teaching career in the Office Education Program at Manhattan Vo-Tech. She returned to college and while working full-time as the bookkeeper for UFM, completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Art Education in 1987. She then taught for a year in Wichita Public Schools before returning home to teach Elementary Art for USD 383. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Education from Kansas State. Mary was named Kansas Master Teacher in 1999. She also had the opportunity to travel to Prague, Czechoslovakia one summer for art instructor professional development.She retired from full-time teaching in 2008, and continued to substitute teach as well as volunteer activities in the Manhattan community. Mary continued her faithful involvement at FBC Manhattan, serving as an officer in the American Baptist Women group. She was a part of two mission work trips to Appalachia and Mexico in her retirement. Mary was a volunteer docent at the Beach Museum of Art in Manhattan, a member of Alpha Kappa Delta sorority, and taught classes at the Manhattan Arts Center. She enjoyed playing bunco, spending time with her friends and family, and attending musical performances at McCain Auditorium.Mary was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, John W. Machin III.She is survived by two daughters, Amy Hemphill of Indianapolis, Indiana and Marcie Hemphill of Atlanta, Georgia; one granddaughter, Elizabeth Bailey of Columbus, Indiana; a sister, Margi Barber (Bob) of Hurricane, Utah; a sister-in-law, Janice Machin of Riley, KS; longtime companion Bob Ford of Baldwin, KS; her “partners-in-crime” the Unicorn Girls; three nephews, one niece, six great-nephews, two great nieces, one great grandniece, and her Machin and Burgess cousins.A Celebration of Mary’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, October 29th, at the First Baptist Church, 2121 Blue Hills Rd., Manhattan, KS, with Pastor Chris Geyer officiating. Private family inurnment will be in the Wabaunsee Cemetery.The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p .m. Friday, October 28th at the First Baptist Church.Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Manhattan or the Girl Scouts of Northeast Kansas. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Mary Machin Hemphill - November 1, 1942  -  October 20, 2022

Carmen Licette Kemnitz, age 59, of St. George, died October 18, 2022, at her residence.

She was born November 14, 1962, in Utuado, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Arcadio and Maria Zoraida (Andujar) Rivera.

Carmen joined the United States Army at the age of 17, and served for several years.

She was married to Bruce Quinn. They had on son Scott Edward Quinn. The later divorced. She met Michael Jon Kemnitz while she was working at Hidden Valley Ski Resort in Pennsylvania where she was the Group Sales Manager in the winter and worked in the golf shop in the summers. Carmen and Michael were married June 5, 2000, in Colorado Springs, CO.

Carmen worked for Boston Culinary Group as a manager and had worked at Broadmoor World Arena, Big Mountain Ski Resort, Kansas State University, the University of Mississippi, Dolphin Stadium, and Bristol Motor Speedway.

She loved all cats and adopted as many as possible and enjoyed all sports.

Survivors include her husband Michael of the home; one son Scott Edward Quinn and his wife Angela, and children Austin Rudy and Aubrey Quinn of Topeka; and several brothers and sisters.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Cremation is planned with private family services.

Carmen Licette Kemnitz, age 59, of St. George, died October 18, 2022, at her residence.She was born November 14, 1962, in Utuado, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Arcadio and Maria Zoraida (Andujar) Rivera.Carmen joined the United States Army at the age of 17, and served for several years.She was married to Bruce Quinn. They had on son Scott Edward Quinn. The later divorced. She met Michael Jon Kemnitz while she was working at Hidden Valley Ski Resort in Pennsylvania where she was the Group Sales Manager in the winter and worked in the golf shop in the summers. Carmen and Michael were married June 5, 2000, in Colorado Springs, CO.Carmen worked for Boston Culinary Group as a manager and had worked at Broadmoor World Arena, Big Mountain Ski Resort, Kansas State University, the University of Mississippi, Dolphin Stadium, and Bristol Motor Speedway.She loved all cats and adopted as many as possible and enjoyed all sports.Survivors include her husband Michael of the home; one son Scott Edward Quinn and his wife Angela, and children Austin Rudy and Aubrey Quinn of Topeka; and several brothers and sisters.She was preceded in death by her parents.Cremation is planned with private family services.

Carmen Licette Kemnitz

Willis Clifton "Bill" Bieker went to be
 with his Savior on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at his home in Hays, 
Kansas. Bill was 77 years of age.

He was born on February 19, 1945, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Wilfred and Ruby (Dinkel) Bieker. &nbsp;He graduated from 
Hays High School where he loved and excelled in sports. He then enlisted
 in the U.S. Air Force and was on active duty, stationed in France, for 
four years.

After returning to the states, Bill met
 the love of his life, Judy Arpin, on Main Street in Hays.&nbsp; On February 
3, 1968, they wed in Hays, Kansas, and began their 54 beautiful years of 
marriage together. &nbsp;During those years, Bill and Judy grew their family 
to include children Scott, Brian, and Danelle, and Bill truly enjoyed 
every minute with his family and many dear friends. &nbsp;The ordinaries of 
life and the comforts of home always gave Bill great joy and 
contentment, but the greatest comfort in the latter years of his life 
came from his relationship with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. &nbsp;In his last
 years, Bill could frequently be heard saying “I trust Jesus”.

Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, sons: Scott (Molly) Bieker of Olathe and Brian (Dallas) Bieker of 
Manhattan, daughter: Danelle Bieker of Hays, foster daughter: Shannon 
(Sam) Leach of Tennessee, and brother: Rick (Judy) Bieker of Salina, his
 grandchildren: Adrienne Bieker of Overland Park, Alexis Bieker (Gabe) 
Fletcher of Manhattan, Cole Bieker of Manhattan, Macy Bieker of Tulsa, 
OK, Justin Bieker and Abbie Bieker, both of Hays, foster grandchildren: 
Noah and Seth of Tennessee, great-grandson, Jaxton Bieker of Hays, and 
one on the way.

Graveside services with military honors
 by the Hays VFW Honor Guard will be at 10:30 am on Wednesday, November 
2, 2022, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, WaKeeney.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the Community 
Assistance Center Food Pantry, St. Joseph Food Pantry, First Call for 
Help Food Pantry, all of Hays, or to The Well-Center for Hope, 
WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bill may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Willis Clifton "Bill" Bieker went to be
 with his Savior on Tuesday, October 18, 2022, at his home in Hays, 
Kansas. Bill was 77 years of age.He was born on February 19, 1945, in 
Hays, Kansas, to Wilfred and Ruby (Dinkel) Bieker. &nbsp;He graduated from 
Hays High School where he loved and excelled in sports. He then enlisted
 in the U.S. Air Force and was on active duty, stationed in France, for 
four years.After returning to the states, Bill met
 the love of his life, Judy Arpin, on Main Street in Hays.&nbsp; On February 
3, 1968, they wed in Hays, Kansas, and began their 54 beautiful years of 
marriage together. &nbsp;During those years, Bill and Judy grew their family 
to include children Scott, Brian, and Danelle, and Bill truly enjoyed 
every minute with his family and many dear friends. &nbsp;The ordinaries of 
life and the comforts of home always gave Bill great joy and 
contentment, but the greatest comfort in the latter years of his life 
came from his relationship with Jesus, his Lord and Savior. &nbsp;In his last
 years, Bill could frequently be heard saying “I trust Jesus”.Survivors include his wife Judy of 
Hays, sons: Scott (Molly) Bieker of Olathe and Brian (Dallas) Bieker of 
Manhattan, daughter: Danelle Bieker of Hays, foster daughter: Shannon 
(Sam) Leach of Tennessee, and brother: Rick (Judy) Bieker of Salina, his
 grandchildren: Adrienne Bieker of Overland Park, Alexis Bieker (Gabe) 
Fletcher of Manhattan, Cole Bieker of Manhattan, Macy Bieker of Tulsa, 
OK, Justin Bieker and Abbie Bieker, both of Hays, foster grandchildren: 
Noah and Seth of Tennessee, great-grandson, Jaxton Bieker of Hays, and 
one on the way.Graveside services with military honors
 by the Hays VFW Honor Guard will be at 10:30 am on Wednesday, November 
2, 2022, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery, WaKeeney.&nbsp; The family will 
receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Tuesday at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the Community 
Assistance Center Food Pantry, St. Joseph Food Pantry, First Call for 
Help Food Pantry, all of Hays, or to The Well-Center for Hope, 
WaKeeney.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of Bill may be shared with his 
family at <a href="http://www.haysmemorial.com">www.haysmemorial.com</a>

Willis Clifton 'Bill' Bieker

Scott Gelino, 66 died October 17, 2022, in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; He was born on February 19, 1956, in Clay Center, the son of Charles and Lois (Peterson) Gelino.&nbsp; Scott was raised in the Morganville community.&nbsp; He was a graduate of the Class of 1974 from CCCHS.&nbsp; Scott farmed near Morganville and worked at many other jobs.&nbsp; He married Debbie Taylor on September 16, 1978.&nbsp; To this union four children were born.&nbsp; Scott and Debbie later divorced.&nbsp; He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion, NRA and enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports.&nbsp; Scott was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Cindy Tunheim.

Daughter: Kelsey and husband Matthew Knox of Concordia, KS

Son: Justin and wife Katrina Gelino of Clifton, KS

Daughter: Whitney and husband Keaton Snavely of Aurora, KS

Son: Caleb and wife Kacie Gelino of Morganville, KS

Sister: Leslie and husband Keith Trumpp of Paola, KS

Funeral Services: 10 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Morganville Cemetery, Morganville, Kansas

Visitation: 3-6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 20, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be held at 6:30 p.m.

Memorials:&nbsp; Scott Gelino memorial fund c/o the funeral home

Scott Gelino, 66 died October 17, 2022, in Wakefield, KS.&nbsp; He was born on February 19, 1956, in Clay Center, the son of Charles and Lois (Peterson) Gelino.&nbsp; Scott was raised in the Morganville community.&nbsp; He was a graduate of the Class of 1974 from CCCHS.&nbsp; Scott farmed near Morganville and worked at many other jobs.&nbsp; He married Debbie Taylor on September 16, 1978.&nbsp; To this union four children were born.&nbsp; Scott and Debbie later divorced.&nbsp; He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion, NRA and enjoyed hunting, fishing and sports.&nbsp; Scott was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Cindy Tunheim.Survivors:Daughter: Kelsey and husband Matthew Knox of Concordia, KSSon: Justin and wife Katrina Gelino of Clifton, KSDaughter: Whitney and husband Keaton Snavely of Aurora, KSSon: Caleb and wife Kacie Gelino of Morganville, KSSister: Leslie and husband Keith Trumpp of Paola, KS14 GrandchildrenFuneral Services: 10 a.m. Friday, October 21, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center, KSMinister: Fr. Kerry NinemireBurial: Morganville Cemetery, Morganville, KansasVisitation: 3-6:30 p.m. Thursday, October 20, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be held at 6:30 p.m.Memorials:&nbsp; Scott Gelino memorial fund c/o the funeral home

Scott Gelino

Ronnie Hanschu, 72 of Ramona passed away October 15, 2022 at Salem Nursing Home in Hillsboro. He was born February 17, 1950 in Herington, Kansas, the son of Wilbur and Burma (Schlesener) Hanschu. He went to school at Ramona Grade School and graduated from Centre High School. He was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ramona. Ronnie is survived by his loving wife Lisa of the home. His mother, Burma Hanschu. Four daughters: Sommer Durante; Stephanie Keller and husband Chad; Dr. Melissa House and husband Jon; and Anna Weber and friend, Austin Johnson. One step-son, Gordon Hunicutt and wife Sarah and one brother, Rick Hanschu and wife Barb. His family, His grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews/great nieces and nephews and so many who loved and admired him. He was preceded in death by his dad, Wilbur, a brother, Rory Hanschu and a son, James Weber. The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life Service for Ronnie will be at his homestead, (3510 Sunflower, Ramona, Kansas 67475) at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 22. Casual attire and services as Ronnie would want it. A lunch will follow at the Parish Hall in Ramona, KS. His ashes will be scattered on the farm and an inurnment will take place at later time at Lewis Cemetery, next to his son, James. There will be no visitation but family will receive guests prior to services. Ronnie lived his life as a farmer/rancher working long hours on his acres and in his custom businesses. He was known for his ornery smile and quick sense of humor. He loved giving people a hard time and he was always ready with a good comeback. He dedicated his life to farming, working the ground and caring for livestock. He was a Distributor for Archer Oil for over 30 years and he served in the US Army Reserves. He was a source of strength for Lisa. Life was not always easy, but the love they shared always endured beyond any obstacles they faced. It was the sound of his diesel truck coming up the driveway that always made her know that everything would be ok. His love and companionship will be deeply missed by her. The family suggests memorials be made out to Lisa Hanschu to be used for the James Weber Memorial Scholarship or Donor’s choice. Memorials may be left at the services, or dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ronnie Hanschu, 72 of Ramona passed away October 15, 2022 at Salem Nursing Home in Hillsboro. He was born February 17, 1950 in Herington, Kansas, the son of Wilbur and Burma (Schlesener) Hanschu. He went to school at Ramona Grade School and graduated from Centre High School. He was baptized and confirmed at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Ramona. Ronnie is survived by his loving wife Lisa of the home. His mother, Burma Hanschu. Four daughters: Sommer Durante; Stephanie Keller and husband Chad; Dr. Melissa House and husband Jon; and Anna Weber and friend, Austin Johnson. One step-son, Gordon Hunicutt and wife Sarah and one brother, Rick Hanschu and wife Barb. His family, His grandchildren and great grandchildren, nieces and nephews/great nieces and nephews and so many who loved and admired him. He was preceded in death by his dad, Wilbur, a brother, Rory Hanschu and a son, James Weber. The family has chosen cremation. A Celebration of Life Service for Ronnie will be at his homestead, (3510 Sunflower, Ramona, Kansas 67475) at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 22. Casual attire and services as Ronnie would want it. A lunch will follow at the Parish Hall in Ramona, KS. His ashes will be scattered on the farm and an inurnment will take place at later time at Lewis Cemetery, next to his son, James. There will be no visitation but family will receive guests prior to services. Ronnie lived his life as a farmer/rancher working long hours on his acres and in his custom businesses. He was known for his ornery smile and quick sense of humor. He loved giving people a hard time and he was always ready with a good comeback. He dedicated his life to farming, working the ground and caring for livestock. He was a Distributor for Archer Oil for over 30 years and he served in the US Army Reserves. He was a source of strength for Lisa. Life was not always easy, but the love they shared always endured beyond any obstacles they faced. It was the sound of his diesel truck coming up the driveway that always made her know that everything would be ok. His love and companionship will be deeply missed by her. The family suggests memorials be made out to Lisa Hanschu to be used for the James Weber Memorial Scholarship or Donor’s choice. Memorials may be left at the services, or dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Ronnie Hanschu

Susan “Susie” Kummer passed away on Oct. 17, 2022 after battling cancer since Nov. 2020.

 Susie was born on May 1, 1953 in Woodbine, Kansas. She was the daughter of Lowell and Helen Hettenbach. She was the second of five children. She had two brothers: Paul and Bruce. She had two sisters: Mary and Karen. Her family moved to Abilene when she was a young child. As a child, she was involved in Girl Scouts and the Sand Springs 4-H club. In high school, she baby-sat for neighborhood children and worked at Tasty-Freeze in Abilene. She graduated from Abilene High School in May of 1971. On July 18, 1971, she married John Kummer of Chapman, Kansas at the First United Methodist Church in Abilene, Kansas. She and John had three children Jennifer Bisel (Dave) of Topeka, KS, Johnny Kummer of Shawnee, Kansas, and Jimmy Kummer (Kim) of Ottawa, Kansas.

 She worked in the Chapman High School cafeteria for many years as well as helped on the farm and building a new home after the family had a house fire in 1990. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and children. Her hobbies were gardening, flowers and quilting. She enjoyed helping her children with their 4-H projects and school activities. 

She is survived by her husband of 51 years John, her three children and five grandchildren: Danica, Ella, Evan, Ethan and Jacob. She is also survived by her brother Bruce and her two sisters. Her brother Paul preceded her in death. The family will have a visitation on Friday, October 21, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. Funeral services are set for Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene, KS. There will be a lunch at Abilene Community Center at 12:00 p.m. Graveside interment will be at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, KS at 2:00 p.m. Memorials for Susie may be made to: KU Cancer Research Fund or the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Susan “Susie” Kummer passed away on Oct. 17, 2022 after battling cancer since Nov. 2020. Susie was born on May 1, 1953 in Woodbine, Kansas. She was the daughter of Lowell and Helen Hettenbach. She was the second of five children. She had two brothers: Paul and Bruce. She had two sisters: Mary and Karen. Her family moved to Abilene when she was a young child. As a child, she was involved in Girl Scouts and the Sand Springs 4-H club. In high school, she baby-sat for neighborhood children and worked at Tasty-Freeze in Abilene. She graduated from Abilene High School in May of 1971. On July 18, 1971, she married John Kummer of Chapman, Kansas at the First United Methodist Church in Abilene, Kansas. She and John had three children Jennifer Bisel (Dave) of Topeka, KS, Johnny Kummer of Shawnee, Kansas, and Jimmy Kummer (Kim) of Ottawa, Kansas. She worked in the Chapman High School cafeteria for many years as well as helped on the farm and building a new home after the family had a house fire in 1990. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and children. Her hobbies were gardening, flowers and quilting. She enjoyed helping her children with their 4-H projects and school activities. She is survived by her husband of 51 years John, her three children and five grandchildren: Danica, Ella, Evan, Ethan and Jacob. She is also survived by her brother Bruce and her two sisters. Her brother Paul preceded her in death. The family will have a visitation on Friday, October 21, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. Funeral services are set for Saturday, October 22, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene, KS. There will be a lunch at Abilene Community Center at 12:00 p.m. Graveside interment will be at Highland Cemetery in Junction City, KS at 2:00 p.m. Memorials for Susie may be made to: KU Cancer Research Fund or the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Susan “Susie” Kummer

James Warren (Jim, Jimmy) Price, 88, Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022, at his Milford lake-front home. A visitation and Celebration of Life were held Monday and Tuesday at Milford Congregational Church with Pastor Dirk Westerman officiating and music performed by Jim’s son in-law, Jose Garcia. Burial followed the service at Milford Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Milford Congregational Church. James Warren (Jim, Jimmy) Price 88, was born to Irvin Garland and Pauline Alice Price on October 14, 1934, Keyser, West Virginia. He went to be with the Lord Jesus, his parents and siblings, on October 16, 2022 from his Milford lake-front home in Milford, Kansas. Jim was the son of a military family that traveled a lot in his younger years before settling in Ft. Riley, Kansas, in 1944. He was a graduate of Junction City High School in 1953. On May 17, 1957, Jim was drafted to serve in the Army overseas in France at the Ammo Depot #7831 for almost two years until May 11, 1959 and remained under reserve status until 1963. Jim moved with his mother and brother Garland Price to the Los Angeles Area (Encino), California upon his honorable discharge from the Army in 1959. Jim began his employment as a banker in 1961 at Union Bank in North Hollywood, California and then transitioned into a long-lasting career in banking in 1967 at City National Bank in numerous Los Angeles areas of California. He worked his way up the career ladder at City National Bank by starting as a teller, progressing into Management and even as an Operations Officer until he retired as a Vice President of City National Bank in 1994. Jim married Sharon Kay Price on May 19, 1962 in North Hollywood, California. Upon Sharon and Jim’s departed and eventually divorced in 1996. Jim moved back to his favorite hometown to join his sister Mary (Susie) Parks were he would spend the rest of his life. Jim lived with his sister Susie for a short while until he met Genevieve (Genny). After a brief courtship with Genny, Jim proposed and they were married in 2001 Milford, Kansas. Jim held many interests that included automobiles, traveling, camping, BBQing, watching cowboy movies, listening to music including, popular, county, oldies, crooner, and rock and roll. He loved building and maintaining things such as bicycles, model trains, wooden rocking horses, bird houses, mowing lawns and gardening of the beautiful flowers he tended. He loved watching hid grandchildren grow and particularly loved holiday times with the family all together. His favorite spot was in his chair at home viewing Milford Lake from his Livingroom and this is the place where he completed his earthly journey in peace and harmony. Jim was a Milford Church member and a member of the Lions Club. He served for a few years as the President of the Lions Club in Milford, Kansas. Survivors include: Wife, Genevieve Dandondson of Milford Kansas; Ex-wife Sharon Kay Price of Los Angeles, California; Son, Brian Fredrick Price of Bishop California, Daughter Sheral Leanne and Frank Hewes of Falls of Rough, Kentucky; Daughter Colleen Gayle and Jose (Joe) Garcia; Step-Daughter Lori and Doug; Step-Son David and wife Kerril Bauerly, Alan and wife Kristen; Grandsons Kenny Hewes and Thomas (Tommy) Hewes; great-grandchildren Mathew, Eliza, Corey, Claire and Charlie. He was preceded in death by his Sister, Mary (Susie) Parks and Brother-in-law John William Parks; nephew Ronald E. Parks of Junction City, KS, his parents Irvin Garland and Pauline Alice Price of West Virginia; and brothers Richard Price of Canoga Park, CA and Garland (Gene) Price of Washington.

James Warren (Jim, Jimmy) Price, 88, Junction City, KS, passed away Sunday, October 16, 2022, at his Milford lake-front home. A visitation and Celebration of Life were held Monday and Tuesday at Milford Congregational Church with Pastor Dirk Westerman officiating and music performed by Jim’s son in-law, Jose Garcia. Burial followed the service at Milford Cemetery.&nbsp; Memorials may be made to Milford Congregational Church. James Warren (Jim, Jimmy) Price 88, was born to Irvin Garland and Pauline Alice Price on October 14, 1934, Keyser, West Virginia. He went to be with the Lord Jesus, his parents and siblings, on October 16, 2022 from his Milford lake-front home in Milford, Kansas. Jim was the son of a military family that traveled a lot in his younger years before settling in Ft. Riley, Kansas, in 1944. He was a graduate of Junction City High School in 1953. On May 17, 1957, Jim was drafted to serve in the Army overseas in France at the Ammo Depot #7831 for almost two years until May 11, 1959 and remained under reserve status until 1963. Jim moved with his mother and brother Garland Price to the Los Angeles Area (Encino), California upon his honorable discharge from the Army in 1959. Jim began his employment as a banker in 1961 at Union Bank in North Hollywood, California and then transitioned into a long-lasting career in banking in 1967 at City National Bank in numerous Los Angeles areas of California. He worked his way up the career ladder at City National Bank by starting as a teller, progressing into Management and even as an Operations Officer until he retired as a Vice President of City National Bank in 1994. Jim married Sharon Kay Price on May 19, 1962 in North Hollywood, California. Upon Sharon and Jim’s departed and eventually divorced in 1996. Jim moved back to his favorite hometown to join his sister Mary (Susie) Parks were he would spend the rest of his life. Jim lived with his sister Susie for a short while until he met Genevieve (Genny). After a brief courtship with Genny, Jim proposed and they were married in 2001 Milford, Kansas. Jim held many interests that included automobiles, traveling, camping, BBQing, watching cowboy movies, listening to music including, popular, county, oldies, crooner, and rock and roll. He loved building and maintaining things such as bicycles, model trains, wooden rocking horses, bird houses, mowing lawns and gardening of the beautiful flowers he tended. He loved watching hid grandchildren grow and particularly loved holiday times with the family all together. His favorite spot was in his chair at home viewing Milford Lake from his Livingroom and this is the place where he completed his earthly journey in peace and harmony. Jim was a Milford Church member and a member of the Lions Club. He served for a few years as the President of the Lions Club in Milford, Kansas. Survivors include: Wife, Genevieve Dandondson of Milford Kansas; Ex-wife Sharon Kay Price of Los Angeles, California; Son, Brian Fredrick Price of Bishop California, Daughter Sheral Leanne and Frank Hewes of Falls of Rough, Kentucky; Daughter Colleen Gayle and Jose (Joe) Garcia; Step-Daughter Lori and Doug; Step-Son David and wife Kerril Bauerly, Alan and wife Kristen; Grandsons Kenny Hewes and Thomas (Tommy) Hewes; great-grandchildren Mathew, Eliza, Corey, Claire and Charlie. He was preceded in death by his Sister, Mary (Susie) Parks and Brother-in-law John William Parks; nephew Ronald E. Parks of Junction City, KS, his parents Irvin Garland and Pauline Alice Price of West Virginia; and brothers Richard Price of Canoga Park, CA and Garland (Gene) Price of Washington.

James Warren (Jim, Jimmy) Price

Leona Lauren Werner, 96, passed away October 17, 2022, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 15, 1926, on the farm
 near Hamberg, ND, to Oscar &amp; Inga (Simensen) Ambers. She married 
John Frank Werner on October 5, 1952, at Viking Lutheran Country Church 
in ND.&nbsp; He died December 11, 2013.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Leona was a department head of 
TG&amp;Y for several years and also had worked at St. Rose Hospital. She
 was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she took pride in 
teaching Sunday school for many years. Leona also loved spending time 
with her family.

Survivors include, two daughters, Karen Steffan and husband Jerry of 
Great Bend and Meri Werner of Manhattan; a sister, Norma Nicholson of 
Mandon, ND; and seven grandchildren, Kelly Martin (Ron) and their 
children Trevor and Rylee, Tara Dimick (Braden) and their children Hope,
 Cordell and Harmony, Ryan Steffan (Daytona) and their children Callie, 
Maxx, Connor, Payton and Logan, Tyler Currie, Tucker Currie and his 
daughter Violet, Brent Hayen, and Josh Werner and his children, Hallie 
Werner and Karis Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, John F. Werner; her children, Craig Werner and Cheri Werner; 
two brothers, Sander Ambers and Oscar Ambers; and a sister, Betty 
Nielson.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 20,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 
p.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great 
Bend, with Reverend Randy Maki presiding. Interment will be in the Great
 Bend Cemetery. 

Memorials have been designated to Trinity Lutheran 
Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Leona Lauren Werner, 96, passed away October 17, 2022, at 
Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born on August 15, 1926, on the farm
 near Hamberg, ND, to Oscar &amp; Inga (Simensen) Ambers. She married 
John Frank Werner on October 5, 1952, at Viking Lutheran Country Church 
in ND.&nbsp; He died December 11, 2013.A longtime Great Bend resident, Leona was a department head of 
TG&amp;Y for several years and also had worked at St. Rose Hospital. She
 was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church where she took pride in 
teaching Sunday school for many years. Leona also loved spending time 
with her family.Survivors include, two daughters, Karen Steffan and husband Jerry of 
Great Bend and Meri Werner of Manhattan; a sister, Norma Nicholson of 
Mandon, ND; and seven grandchildren, Kelly Martin (Ron) and their 
children Trevor and Rylee, Tara Dimick (Braden) and their children Hope,
 Cordell and Harmony, Ryan Steffan (Daytona) and their children Callie, 
Maxx, Connor, Payton and Logan, Tyler Currie, Tucker Currie and his 
daughter Violet, Brent Hayen, and Josh Werner and his children, Hallie 
Werner and Karis Davis. She was preceded in death by her parents; her 
husband, John F. Werner; her children, Craig Werner and Cheri Werner; 
two brothers, Sander Ambers and Oscar Ambers; and a sister, Betty 
Nielson.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Thursday, October 20,
 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 2:30 
p.m., Friday, October 21, 2022, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Great 
Bend, with Reverend Randy Maki presiding. Interment will be in the Great
 Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Trinity Lutheran 
Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Leona Lauren Werner

Karen “Sue” Eichman, age 80 of Georgetown, TX, passed away on October 12, 2022.&nbsp; She was born on May 6, 1942, in Westmoreland, KS to Clarence R. and Aldena M. (Noland) Scott.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Sue grew up on a farm and attended Westmoreland High School graduating in 1960.&nbsp; She married Patrick C. Ebert in 1961 and worked with Pat and his brother, Jim, for many years at Ebert Construction Co. in Wamego, KS.&nbsp; They had two daughters, Kim, and Kelli.&nbsp;

Sue founded Kansas Farm and Home Real Estate in the 1980s and was a licensed real estate appraiser.&nbsp; She was active in the Wamego Chamber of Commerce and a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; She married Wilfred “Ike” Eichman in 1989 and they enjoyed many years of traveling, fishing, and spending time with their friends, children, and grandchildren.&nbsp;

Sue and Ike later moved to Georgetown, TX (Sun City), where Sue made many close friends, was active in the book, gaming, and travel clubs, and served as her neighborhood block captain.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed her extensive travels all over the world.&nbsp; She was also a regular volunteer at The Caring Place Thrift Shop and a member of Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church in Florence, TX.&nbsp; Sue’s energy and spark for life will be greatly missed.&nbsp;

Sue is survived by two daughters:&nbsp; Kim Myer and husband Bob of Boerne, TX, and Kelli Klauber and husband Adam of Chicago, IL; four grandsons:&nbsp; Trey and Scott Myer, and Jack and Drew Klauber.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister:&nbsp; Ila Mae Frank and husband DeWayne of Westmoreland, KS.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Wilfred “Ike” Eichman.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The celebration of Sue’s life will include a reception in Georgetown, TX on October 19, 2022. A visitation will be held Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. with a celebration of life at 10:30 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Inurnment will take place in the Wamego City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wamego Community Foundation Scholarship Fund or The Caring Place in Georgetown, TX and left in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Karen “Sue” Eichman, age 80 of Georgetown, TX, passed away on October 12, 2022.&nbsp; She was born on May 6, 1942, in Westmoreland, KS to Clarence R. and Aldena M. (Noland) Scott.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Sue grew up on a farm and attended Westmoreland High School graduating in 1960.&nbsp; She married Patrick C. Ebert in 1961 and worked with Pat and his brother, Jim, for many years at Ebert Construction Co. in Wamego, KS.&nbsp; They had two daughters, Kim, and Kelli.&nbsp;Sue founded Kansas Farm and Home Real Estate in the 1980s and was a licensed real estate appraiser.&nbsp; She was active in the Wamego Chamber of Commerce and a member of St. Bernard’s Catholic Church.&nbsp; She married Wilfred “Ike” Eichman in 1989 and they enjoyed many years of traveling, fishing, and spending time with their friends, children, and grandchildren.&nbsp;Sue and Ike later moved to Georgetown, TX (Sun City), where Sue made many close friends, was active in the book, gaming, and travel clubs, and served as her neighborhood block captain.&nbsp; She especially enjoyed her extensive travels all over the world.&nbsp; She was also a regular volunteer at The Caring Place Thrift Shop and a member of Santa Rosa de Lima Catholic Church in Florence, TX.&nbsp; Sue’s energy and spark for life will be greatly missed.&nbsp;Sue is survived by two daughters:&nbsp; Kim Myer and husband Bob of Boerne, TX, and Kelli Klauber and husband Adam of Chicago, IL; four grandsons:&nbsp; Trey and Scott Myer, and Jack and Drew Klauber.&nbsp; She is also survived by one sister:&nbsp; Ila Mae Frank and husband DeWayne of Westmoreland, KS.&nbsp; She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Wilfred “Ike” Eichman.&nbsp; &nbsp;The celebration of Sue’s life will include a reception in Georgetown, TX on October 19, 2022. A visitation will be held Saturday, November 19, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. with a celebration of life at 10:30 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego. Inurnment will take place in the Wamego City Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wamego Community Foundation Scholarship Fund or The Caring Place in Georgetown, TX and left in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Karen “Sue” Eichman

Jerry Speakar ,75, passed away on October 15, 2022, at The Shepherd 
Center in Cimarron, Kansas, after a valiant three year fight with 
cancer. Jerry was born May 31, 1947, in Mason City, Iowa, son of Robert 
and Rita Speakar.

He graduated from Mason City High School in 1965, and Iowa State 
University in business in 1979. On January 29, 1972, he married Jean 
Gregory in Dike, Iowa. Jerry worked in the insurance claims business his
 entire life, first with Iowa Kemper in Mason City. He served in the 
United States army in Arizona and Vietnam.

Jerry moved to Cimarron in l978, and worked for Cimarron Insurance 
Company for 17 years. After they were sold, he worked for a couple 
companies until he opened his own business, Quality Claims in 2001. He 
met many people in his years in insurance and had connections to many. 
Jerry always took extra time with people to get to know them and said he
 got along great with old people and kids. One lady even called him 
after he settled her claim to come over for coffee to help her pick out 
the shingles for her roof.

He was a past member of Cimarron Rotary, serving as president, 
Cimarron Investment Club, serving as president, and Southwest Kansas 
Claims Association, as well as Cimarron Golf Club. Jerry was 
instrumental in starting the Babe Ruth Baseball program in Cimarron and 
coached for 25 years. He always said he never met a bad kid in baseball.
 He never lost his love of baseball and watched the KC Royals even when 
they had a down year. He enjoyed going on golf trips, washing his cars, 
and mowing his lawn.

Jerry leaves behind his wife, Jean, of 50 years and two sons, Chad 
and wife, Kelley, granddaughters Alexandra and&nbsp;Brianna, from Farmington,
 Missouri, and Andrew, Manhattan, a sister, Lisa, and brother, Chris of 
Mason City, Iowa, He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister,
 Nancy.

Graveside service will be held at the Cimarron Cemetery on Saturday 
October 22, 2022, at 2:00 PM. A reception will follow the service at the 
Cimarron Library. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel of Cimarron
 on Friday October 21, 2022, from 1:00 to 8:00 PM with the family 
receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; 

Memorials are suggested to the 
Cimarron Golf Club in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories 
may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.

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 </figure>Jerry Speakar ,75, passed away on October 15, 2022, at The Shepherd 
Center in Cimarron, Kansas, after a valiant three year fight with 
cancer. Jerry was born May 31, 1947, in Mason City, Iowa, son of Robert 
and Rita Speakar.He graduated from Mason City High School in 1965, and Iowa State 
University in business in 1979. On January 29, 1972, he married Jean 
Gregory in Dike, Iowa. Jerry worked in the insurance claims business his
 entire life, first with Iowa Kemper in Mason City. He served in the 
United States army in Arizona and Vietnam.Jerry moved to Cimarron in l978, and worked for Cimarron Insurance 
Company for 17 years. After they were sold, he worked for a couple 
companies until he opened his own business, Quality Claims in 2001. He 
met many people in his years in insurance and had connections to many. 
Jerry always took extra time with people to get to know them and said he
 got along great with old people and kids. One lady even called him 
after he settled her claim to come over for coffee to help her pick out 
the shingles for her roof.He was a past member of Cimarron Rotary, serving as president, 
Cimarron Investment Club, serving as president, and Southwest Kansas 
Claims Association, as well as Cimarron Golf Club. Jerry was 
instrumental in starting the Babe Ruth Baseball program in Cimarron and 
coached for 25 years. He always said he never met a bad kid in baseball.
 He never lost his love of baseball and watched the KC Royals even when 
they had a down year. He enjoyed going on golf trips, washing his cars, 
and mowing his lawn.Jerry leaves behind his wife, Jean, of 50 years and two sons, Chad 
and wife, Kelley, granddaughters Alexandra and&nbsp;Brianna, from Farmington,
 Missouri, and Andrew, Manhattan, a sister, Lisa, and brother, Chris of 
Mason City, Iowa, He was preceded in death by his parents, and a sister,
 Nancy.Graveside service will be held at the Cimarron Cemetery on Saturday 
October 22, 2022, at 2:00 PM. A reception will follow the service at the 
Cimarron Library. Visitation will be at Swaim Funeral Chapel of Cimarron
 on Friday October 21, 2022, from 1:00 to 8:00 PM with the family 
receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested to the 
Cimarron Golf Club in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; Thoughts and memories 
may be shared in the online guest book at www.swaimfuneralhome.com.

Jerry Speakar

Margaret M. Simonsmeier, 76, of Junction City, passed away on October 13, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. Cremation will take place. Her ashes will be taken to be buried in Plymouth, WI. She was born on December 26, 1945, to Fay and Hilda (Orthmann) Pomeroy. On July 29, 1977, she married Eugene Simonsmeier where they lived in Howards Grove, WI, for forty-five years. Gene and she started a corporation, Lightening Express, utilizing his nickname “Lightening”. They enjoyed traveling, NASCAR and Green Bay Packer Games. She enjoyed gardening and ensuring that the berms around the yard where full of beautiful flowers and bird watching. Together they raised six daughters together to make a large family. Margaret is survived by her children Jeri Gumtow, and Samantha (William) Allen; three stepdaughters: Vicki Simonsmeier, Patricia Simonsmeier and Cindy (Michael) Cartright; eleven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two sisters Karen (John) Kohler and Penny Broadway. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene, her parents, her daughter Tina Campion, sister Marge Glander, and niece Kim Breckheimer. The entire family would like to offer special thanks to the staff of Valley View Senior Living, Heritage Hall, especially the nurses who took care of Margaret on a day to day basis. Our family will be forever grateful for the support and care that they provided us.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret M. Simonsmeier, 76, of Junction City, passed away on October 13, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. Cremation will take place. Her ashes will be taken to be buried in Plymouth, WI. She was born on December 26, 1945, to Fay and Hilda (Orthmann) Pomeroy. On July 29, 1977, she married Eugene Simonsmeier where they lived in Howards Grove, WI, for forty-five years. Gene and she started a corporation, Lightening Express, utilizing his nickname “Lightening”. They enjoyed traveling, NASCAR and Green Bay Packer Games. She enjoyed gardening and ensuring that the berms around the yard where full of beautiful flowers and bird watching. Together they raised six daughters together to make a large family. Margaret is survived by her children Jeri Gumtow, and Samantha (William) Allen; three stepdaughters: Vicki Simonsmeier, Patricia Simonsmeier and Cindy (Michael) Cartright; eleven grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and two sisters Karen (John) Kohler and Penny Broadway. She was preceded in death by her husband Eugene, her parents, her daughter Tina Campion, sister Marge Glander, and niece Kim Breckheimer. The entire family would like to offer special thanks to the staff of Valley View Senior Living, Heritage Hall, especially the nurses who took care of Margaret on a day to day basis. Our family will be forever grateful for the support and care that they provided us.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Margaret M. Simonsmeier

Gary N. Connellis, 81, of Clay Center, died Thursday, October 6, 2022 at his residence.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Public Transportation Program and can be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of the&nbsp; Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay&nbsp; &nbsp;Center, KS.

Gary N. Connellis, 81, of Clay Center, died Thursday, October 6, 2022 at his residence.&nbsp; Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 29, 2022 at the St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Clay Center.&nbsp; Memorial contributions may be made to the Clay County Public Transportation Program and can be sent in care of the funeral home.&nbsp; A full obituary will appear at a later date in care of the&nbsp; Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay&nbsp; &nbsp;Center, KS.

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