Topeka, Kan. - David L. Hornbaker (Col. KHP, Ret.) passed peacefully, surrounded by family, March 7, 2022. On October 3, 1945, David was born in Hutchinson Kan. and baptized at the community’s Methodist Church. He earned advanced degrees from Washburn University and the University of Kansas in Criminal Justice and Public Administration. He was a sixth generation Kansan and served his country as Drill Sergeant in the United States Army through the Vietnam Conflict. David began a career in law enforcement with the Junction City Police Department and served as Patrolman, Detective and Detective Sergeant. He joined the Kansas Highway Patrol as a Trooper in Great Bend and later was transferred to Topeka and promoted as Sergeant. His career continued to flourish as he earned rank as Lieutenant. Governor John Carlin appointed him as Colonel (Superintendent) in 1980. Col. Hornbaker led the Kansas Highway Patrol in this capacity until 1983. Later, he served as Major and then Lt. Colonel. Ultimately, Col. Hornbaker became the first member of the Kansas Highway Patrol to serve in every rank. After retirement, he provided private security for the Kansas Expocentre and rubbed elbows with famous musicians such as KISS and Metallica. Notable career moments include overseeing security for historic events including Kansas Governor Bill Graves's inauguration, President Richard Nixon’s nomination at the Republican National Convention, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (IKE) 1969 funeral detail; and in providing expert witness testimony for high profile court cases. David loved rock and metal music and blasted music so loud it may have caused some neighborly discord. He had a passion for planes and cars, especially “muscle” cars. He collected and restored many including his 1964 ½ Mustang, 1965 GTO (which earned awards in every show it entered), 1966 Corvette, and 1994 Dodge Viper. Philanthropically, David served his community in many ways including through the Optimist Club of Great Bend and White Lake Optimist (Topeka-Optimist) as its president, through membership with Topeka’s American Legion Post #1 and as a volunteer instructor for KHP Academy. David was a loving father and grandfather and a man of great curiosity and intelligence. His encyclopedic memory was extremely useful in his daily viewing of “Jeopardy!” His talents knew no bounds as he mastered countless skills through self-research. He remodeled his basement doing his own wiring, circuits and plumbing armed with self-taught knowledge and reference books. He was a doting grandfather and uncle, oftentimes affording unique life experiences that will no doubt leave them lasting memories. David’s hobbies typically led to mastery, and cooking was no exception; he became the family’s Julia Child. He was loyal and steadfast in his convictions; stern and unflappable; tough but reliable; and incredibly loving. He was the head of the family and will be greatly missed by all of them. David was preceded in death by his parents Lee Vaughn Hornbaker (2004) and Alma (Wacha) Hornbaker (1989); and his loyal friend and walking partner, Ian, a Welsh Pembroke Corgi. David is survived by his life partner, Mary Parmentier and two children (from prior marriage to Peggy Smith Hanna): a daughter, Veronica Wooten (Les) of Topeka; and son, Matthew Hornbaker (Jamie), Berryton. David was loved by six grandchildren: Ethan Schnieders (Jessica), KCMO; Kennedy Schnieders (Jackson Smith), Overland Park; Grace Wooten, Lawrence; Korrie Kennedy, Topeka; Quincy Kennedy, Berryton; and Keaton Hornbaker, Berryton; his best friend and brother, Steven Hornbaker (Sue), Junction City and nephew, Andrew Hornbaker (Brittany), KCMO. David is to be cremated and eventually inurned with his parents in Junction City. The family will host a visitation on Wednesday, March 16 from 5-7 p.m. with a service on the following day, Thursday, March 17 at 11 a.m., both events at Penwell Gabel, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Topeka Optimist Club, 3908 SW 39th Terrace Topeka, KS 66610.

Topeka, Kan. - David L. Hornbaker (Col. KHP, Ret.) passed peacefully, surrounded by family, March 7, 2022. On October 3, 1945, David was born in Hutchinson Kan. and baptized at the community’s Methodist Church. He earned advanced degrees from Washburn University and the University of Kansas in Criminal Justice and Public Administration. He was a sixth generation Kansan and served his country as Drill Sergeant in the United States Army through the Vietnam Conflict. David began a career in law enforcement with the Junction City Police Department and served as Patrolman, Detective and Detective Sergeant. He joined the Kansas Highway Patrol as a Trooper in Great Bend and later was transferred to Topeka and promoted as Sergeant. His career continued to flourish as he earned rank as Lieutenant. Governor John Carlin appointed him as Colonel (Superintendent) in 1980. Col. Hornbaker led the Kansas Highway Patrol in this capacity until 1983. Later, he served as Major and then Lt. Colonel. Ultimately, Col. Hornbaker became the first member of the Kansas Highway Patrol to serve in every rank. After retirement, he provided private security for the Kansas Expocentre and rubbed elbows with famous musicians such as KISS and Metallica. Notable career moments include overseeing security for historic events including Kansas Governor Bill Graves's inauguration, President Richard Nixon’s nomination at the Republican National Convention, and President Dwight D. Eisenhower’s (IKE) 1969 funeral detail; and in providing expert witness testimony for high profile court cases. David loved rock and metal music and blasted music so loud it may have caused some neighborly discord. He had a passion for planes and cars, especially “muscle” cars. He collected and restored many including his 1964 ½ Mustang, 1965 GTO (which earned awards in every show it entered), 1966 Corvette, and 1994 Dodge Viper. Philanthropically, David served his community in many ways including through the Optimist Club of Great Bend and White Lake Optimist (Topeka-Optimist) as its president, through membership with Topeka’s American Legion Post #1 and as a volunteer instructor for KHP Academy. David was a loving father and grandfather and a man of great curiosity and intelligence. His encyclopedic memory was extremely useful in his daily viewing of “Jeopardy!” His talents knew no bounds as he mastered countless skills through self-research. He remodeled his basement doing his own wiring, circuits and plumbing armed with self-taught knowledge and reference books. He was a doting grandfather and uncle, oftentimes affording unique life experiences that will no doubt leave them lasting memories. David’s hobbies typically led to mastery, and cooking was no exception; he became the family’s Julia Child. He was loyal and steadfast in his convictions; stern and unflappable; tough but reliable; and incredibly loving. He was the head of the family and will be greatly missed by all of them. David was preceded in death by his parents Lee Vaughn Hornbaker (2004) and Alma (Wacha) Hornbaker (1989); and his loyal friend and walking partner, Ian, a Welsh Pembroke Corgi. David is survived by his life partner, Mary Parmentier and two children (from prior marriage to Peggy Smith Hanna): a daughter, Veronica Wooten (Les) of Topeka; and son, Matthew Hornbaker (Jamie), Berryton. David was loved by six grandchildren: Ethan Schnieders (Jessica), KCMO; Kennedy Schnieders (Jackson Smith), Overland Park; Grace Wooten, Lawrence; Korrie Kennedy, Topeka; Quincy Kennedy, Berryton; and Keaton Hornbaker, Berryton; his best friend and brother, Steven Hornbaker (Sue), Junction City and nephew, Andrew Hornbaker (Brittany), KCMO. David is to be cremated and eventually inurned with his parents in Junction City. The family will host a visitation on Wednesday, March 16 from 5-7 p.m. with a service on the following day, Thursday, March 17 at 11 a.m., both events at Penwell Gabel, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Topeka Optimist Club, 3908 SW 39th Terrace Topeka, KS 66610.

David L. Hornbaker (Col. KHP, Ret.) - 1945-2022

It was snowing on the day that Luis Felipe Ocasio Rivera passed away with his family at his bedside. As if to escape the cold, he succumbed to illness and entered his warm heavenly home on March 10, 2022 at 12:14 in the afternoon. His life of 65 years began in Juncos, Puerto Rico on June 8, 1956 where he was born to the late Simon Ocasio and Regina Rivera. He was raised there with his only sibling, his sister Carmen. It was in Puerto Rico where he met his wife, started his family, and commenced a journey of adventure and service to his nation which begot the quiet life full of simple pleasures he enjoyed in his last years of life. After graduating from Alfonzo Diaz Lebron High School, Luis enlisted in the United States Army, originally as an infantryman, reclassing later as a power generator mechanic. He was stationed both stateside and abroad, calling Fort Campbell, Fort Carson, Germany, Korea, and Fort Riley home while in service. He also deployed to Bosnia on a peacekeeping mission and to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom in support and defense of his nation. After over 20 years in service, he retired out of Fort Riley and settled with his family in Junction City, Kansas. He will live on in the hearts and memories of those who called him dad, daddy, pa, papi, papito, negro, cayito, and chencho. He is survived by his wife of almost 39 years, Edelmira, four children, Edelis, Yamil, Kiara and her husband James, and four grandchildren, Gavin, Eli, Liam, and Mallorie. He will be remembered for so many things. We will never see a chessboard, a garden, or fishing gear in the same light. Nor will we be able to watch Disney or DreamWorks movies or hear a Forrest Gump quote without thinking of him. The dogs of the family, especially his own Pocoyo, will miss the human who led them in song, kept them chubby, and loved them dearly. We will miss his jokes, his laugh, and his top of the head kisses. His hugs and his unconditional love and support. And though our toes may be safe from the unexpected toe pull, we would gladly receive the sting of a cracked knuckle if it meant having him back with us. The family will gather for a private service on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 followed by a graveside service with full military honors at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in Manhattan, Kansas at one o’clock in the afternoon.

It was snowing on the day that Luis Felipe Ocasio Rivera passed away with his family at his bedside. As if to escape the cold, he succumbed to illness and entered his warm heavenly home on March 10, 2022 at 12:14 in the afternoon. His life of 65 years began in Juncos, Puerto Rico on June 8, 1956 where he was born to the late Simon Ocasio and Regina Rivera. He was raised there with his only sibling, his sister Carmen. It was in Puerto Rico where he met his wife, started his family, and commenced a journey of adventure and service to his nation which begot the quiet life full of simple pleasures he enjoyed in his last years of life. After graduating from Alfonzo Diaz Lebron High School, Luis enlisted in the United States Army, originally as an infantryman, reclassing later as a power generator mechanic. He was stationed both stateside and abroad, calling Fort Campbell, Fort Carson, Germany, Korea, and Fort Riley home while in service. He also deployed to Bosnia on a peacekeeping mission and to Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom in support and defense of his nation. After over 20 years in service, he retired out of Fort Riley and settled with his family in Junction City, Kansas. He will live on in the hearts and memories of those who called him dad, daddy, pa, papi, papito, negro, cayito, and chencho. He is survived by his wife of almost 39 years, Edelmira, four children, Edelis, Yamil, Kiara and her husband James, and four grandchildren, Gavin, Eli, Liam, and Mallorie. He will be remembered for so many things. We will never see a chessboard, a garden, or fishing gear in the same light. Nor will we be able to watch Disney or DreamWorks movies or hear a Forrest Gump quote without thinking of him. The dogs of the family, especially his own Pocoyo, will miss the human who led them in song, kept them chubby, and loved them dearly. We will miss his jokes, his laugh, and his top of the head kisses. His hugs and his unconditional love and support. And though our toes may be safe from the unexpected toe pull, we would gladly receive the sting of a cracked knuckle if it meant having him back with us. The family will gather for a private service on Wednesday, March 16, 2022 followed by a graveside service with full military honors at Kansas Veteran’s Cemetery in Manhattan, Kansas at one o’clock in the afternoon.

Luis Felipe Ocasio Rivera - 1956 - 2022

Dollie D. Toburen, age 93, of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Blue Valley Senior Living in Blue Rapids.

Dollie was born on July 24, 1928, to John and Emma (Butler) Schilling.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in Marysville.

She was married to Donald Toburen on July 3, 1948, for 67 years until his death in 2016.&nbsp; They had three sons:&nbsp; Don, Jr., David and Denison “Denny”.&nbsp; She was a devoted caretaker for many years working at Marysville Community Hospital and the Blue Rapids Nursing Home.

Dollie was a member of the Waterville United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was instrumental, along with Rachel Sanner, in bringing the Harvesters food truck to Waterville.&nbsp; She and Mel Bartz initiated and established the Veteran’s Wall in the Waterville Community Center.

Dollie was preceded in death by her husband Donald, a son Denny, an infant great grandson, Gavin Young and&nbsp;four siblings: Nellie Motsinger, Vina Newman, Mildred Buck and Albert (Bud) Schilling.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Don “Sonny” and wife Cindy of Paola and David and wife Linda&nbsp; of Sierra Vista, Arizona, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren, as well as countless nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at the Waterville United Methodist Church with Pastor Berniece Ludlum officiating.&nbsp; Music is to include a pre-recorded song, “First Rose Of Spring” and congregational hymns of “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Amazing Grace".&nbsp; The musician is Beverly Hedke.&nbsp; The casket bearers are: Christopher Toburen, Dustin Toburen, Aden Young, Braden Osterdyk, Brad Roepke and Bob Livergood.&nbsp; Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Waterville.

Memorials are suggested to the Waterville United Methodist Church&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Dollie D. Toburen, age 93, of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, at Blue Valley Senior Living in Blue Rapids.Dollie was born on July 24, 1928, to John and Emma (Butler) Schilling.&nbsp; She graduated from high school in Marysville.She was married to Donald Toburen on July 3, 1948, for 67 years until his death in 2016.&nbsp; They had three sons:&nbsp; Don, Jr., David and Denison “Denny”.&nbsp; She was a devoted caretaker for many years working at Marysville Community Hospital and the Blue Rapids Nursing Home.Dollie was a member of the Waterville United Methodist Church.&nbsp; She was instrumental, along with Rachel Sanner, in bringing the Harvesters food truck to Waterville.&nbsp; She and Mel Bartz initiated and established the Veteran’s Wall in the Waterville Community Center.Dollie was preceded in death by her husband Donald, a son Denny, an infant great grandson, Gavin Young and&nbsp;four siblings: Nellie Motsinger, Vina Newman, Mildred Buck and Albert (Bud) Schilling.&nbsp; She is survived by her sons Don “Sonny” and wife Cindy of Paola and David and wife Linda&nbsp; of Sierra Vista, Arizona, six grandchildren and five great grandchildren, as well as countless nieces and nephews.Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at the Waterville United Methodist Church with Pastor Berniece Ludlum officiating.&nbsp; Music is to include a pre-recorded song, “First Rose Of Spring” and congregational hymns of “The Old Rugged Cross” and “Amazing Grace".&nbsp; The musician is Beverly Hedke.&nbsp; The casket bearers are: Christopher Toburen, Dustin Toburen, Aden Young, Braden Osterdyk, Brad Roepke and Bob Livergood.&nbsp; Burial will be at Riverside Cemetery in Waterville.Memorials are suggested to the Waterville United Methodist Church&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Dollie D. Toburen

Bonnie (Sanders) Steffen died at the age of 102 on March 10, 2022 at Clay County Hospital.&nbsp; She was born on October 13, 1919 and grew up southeast of Lamar in Ottawa County, Kansas.&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Frank and Carrie (Stewart) Sanders.&nbsp; Bonnie was predeceased by her parents and siblings Darrell Sanders, Loy Sanders, Lela Blomberg, Boyd Sanders (twin) and Javene Whitley.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bonnie married the love of her life Vergil Glenn Steffen on May 9, 1941 whom passed away on February 22, 2008.

Bonnie was united in marriage to Vergil at the home of her parents near Lamar, Kansas and to this union two sons were born, Glenn Boyd and Allen Eugene.&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her two sons Glenn Steffen of Wakefield, Kansas and Allen Steffen and his wife Gwen of Wiggins, Colorado.&nbsp; Bonnie has four grandchildren Lisa Sheets, Debbie Newman (husband Ralph), Boyd Steffen (wife Angela) and Tiffany Steffen.&nbsp; She also has six great-grandchildren Jessica Sheets, Jeremie Sheets, Tristan Newman, Megan Newman, Elijah Steffen and Isaiah Steffen.

Bonnie was a member of the Uniondale Baptist Church and later attended the Clay Center Bible Church.&nbsp; In most recent years she attended the First Baptist Church of Clay Center with her son Glenn until she was unable to do so.&nbsp; Bonnie turned over the management of the Farm to her son Glenn in 2016 and lived with Glenn for the last 5 years.

She was a graduate of Minneapolis High School, completing her post graduate studies at Clay Center High School and attended Kansas State University for her teaching certificate.&nbsp; Bonnie began her teaching career in Ottawa County at Grass Valley and Finn schools teaching 1st through 8th grade.&nbsp; She went on to teach in Clay County at Diamond and Union Dale Schools.&nbsp; Once married, her family became her focus, while raising two children, Vergil and Bonnie managed the farm south of Clay Center.&nbsp; Along the way, Bonnie worked as a bookkeeper for WW Smith &amp; Sons John Deere Tractor in Clay Center.&nbsp; Bonnie then helped care for her mother Carrie at the end of her life while studying to be a Nurse’s Aide.&nbsp; After her mother’s passing, Bonnie worked at Clay Center Hospital as a Nurse’s Aide loving on all of the babies in the nursey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Bonnie had a servant’s heart, preferring to make sure everyone else’s needs were met before taking time for herself.&nbsp; She had fond memories of her twin brother Boyd who passed away at 8 years old and was looking forward to seeing him again.&nbsp;

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Tuesday at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center KS.

Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation will be held from 3-7 p .m. on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Memorials: First Baptist Church c/o the Funeral Home

Bonnie (Sanders) Steffen died at the age of 102 on March 10, 2022 at Clay County Hospital.&nbsp; She was born on October 13, 1919 and grew up southeast of Lamar in Ottawa County, Kansas.&nbsp; Bonnie was the daughter of Frank and Carrie (Stewart) Sanders.&nbsp; Bonnie was predeceased by her parents and siblings Darrell Sanders, Loy Sanders, Lela Blomberg, Boyd Sanders (twin) and Javene Whitley.&nbsp;&nbsp; Bonnie married the love of her life Vergil Glenn Steffen on May 9, 1941 whom passed away on February 22, 2008.Bonnie was united in marriage to Vergil at the home of her parents near Lamar, Kansas and to this union two sons were born, Glenn Boyd and Allen Eugene.&nbsp; Bonnie is survived by her two sons Glenn Steffen of Wakefield, Kansas and Allen Steffen and his wife Gwen of Wiggins, Colorado.&nbsp; Bonnie has four grandchildren Lisa Sheets, Debbie Newman (husband Ralph), Boyd Steffen (wife Angela) and Tiffany Steffen.&nbsp; She also has six great-grandchildren Jessica Sheets, Jeremie Sheets, Tristan Newman, Megan Newman, Elijah Steffen and Isaiah Steffen.Bonnie was a member of the Uniondale Baptist Church and later attended the Clay Center Bible Church.&nbsp; In most recent years she attended the First Baptist Church of Clay Center with her son Glenn until she was unable to do so.&nbsp; Bonnie turned over the management of the Farm to her son Glenn in 2016 and lived with Glenn for the last 5 years.She was a graduate of Minneapolis High School, completing her post graduate studies at Clay Center High School and attended Kansas State University for her teaching certificate.&nbsp; Bonnie began her teaching career in Ottawa County at Grass Valley and Finn schools teaching 1st through 8th grade.&nbsp; She went on to teach in Clay County at Diamond and Union Dale Schools.&nbsp; Once married, her family became her focus, while raising two children, Vergil and Bonnie managed the farm south of Clay Center.&nbsp; Along the way, Bonnie worked as a bookkeeper for WW Smith &amp; Sons John Deere Tractor in Clay Center.&nbsp; Bonnie then helped care for her mother Carrie at the end of her life while studying to be a Nurse’s Aide.&nbsp; After her mother’s passing, Bonnie worked at Clay Center Hospital as a Nurse’s Aide loving on all of the babies in the nursey.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bonnie had a servant’s heart, preferring to make sure everyone else’s needs were met before taking time for herself.&nbsp; She had fond memories of her twin brother Boyd who passed away at 8 years old and was looking forward to seeing him again.&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 15, 2022 Tuesday at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home in Clay Center KS.Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation will be held from 3-7 p .m. on Monday, March 14, 2022 at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.Memorials: First Baptist Church c/o the Funeral Home

Bonnie (Sanders) Steffen

Genevieve (Anguiano) Burwell, age 88, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 in Salina. She was born May 7, 1933 in Talmage, Kansas the daughter of Seberiano and Librada (Compos) Anguiano. On August 16, 1964 she married Normann Burwell. Genevieve was a Surgical Technician for Abilene Memorial Hospital all of her life before retiring, and a member of the St. Andrew Catholic Church and the D of I in Abilene.

She is survived by her son David Cress (Dee), daughter Liz Alvarez (Mark Larson), brothers Jess Anguiano (Mary), John Anguiano (Judy), sister Mary Randall, three granddaughters Caitlin Wallace (Grant) Becca Cress (Garrett Fritch), Kari Alvarez, and one great granddaughter Matilda Marie Wallace. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Normann on July 17, 2021, her brothers Rosario Anguiano, Tony Anguiano, Ben Anguiano, sisters Josephine Anguiano, and Theodora Anguiano. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at the St. Andrew Catholic Church with Father Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. A parish rosary will be 6:00 p .m. Tuesday evening at the Danner Funeral Home. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery, Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrew Catholic Church or to the St. Andrew Catholic School and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Genevieve (Anguiano) Burwell, age 88, passed away Thursday, March 10, 2022 in Salina. She was born May 7, 1933 in Talmage, Kansas the daughter of Seberiano and Librada (Compos) Anguiano. On August 16, 1964 she married Normann Burwell. Genevieve was a Surgical Technician for Abilene Memorial Hospital all of her life before retiring, and a member of the St. Andrew Catholic Church and the D of I in Abilene. She is survived by her son David Cress (Dee), daughter Liz Alvarez (Mark Larson), brothers Jess Anguiano (Mary), John Anguiano (Judy), sister Mary Randall, three granddaughters Caitlin Wallace (Grant) Becca Cress (Garrett Fritch), Kari Alvarez, and one great granddaughter Matilda Marie Wallace. She was preceded in death by her loving husband Normann on July 17, 2021, her brothers Rosario Anguiano, Tony Anguiano, Ben Anguiano, sisters Josephine Anguiano, and Theodora Anguiano. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m.&nbsp; Wednesday, March 16, 2022 at the St. Andrew Catholic Church with Father Peter O’Donnell as Celebrant. A parish rosary will be 6:00 p .m. Tuesday evening at the Danner Funeral Home. Her final resting place will be in the Mt. St. Joseph Cemetery, Abilene. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Andrew Catholic Church or to the St. Andrew Catholic School and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Genevieve (Anguiano) Burwell

Michael (Mike) Lynn Morin, age 59 died March 8, 2022, at Good Shepherd Home and Hospice House. He was born on April 2, 1962, in Belleville, Kansas. He was the son of Robert (Bob) and Rose Morin and the third of four children. After moving to Manhattan, KS Mike attended Seven Dolors grade school and graduated from Msgr. Luckey High School. During his time growing up in Manhattan, he spent time playing outside with neighborhood and high school friends, camping and boating on family vacations, and a lot of fishing…Mike loved to fish. He was active in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, reaching the rank of Eagle. Known for being one tough cookie, he was active in sports at Luckey High, playing football, basketball and running long distance in track. After high school, he attended Kansas State University taking numerous classes. While Mike had a love for learning, his real passion for learning was with the outdoors. After choosing to leave Kansas State, Mike took to the backroads and highways. Though he travelled to the four corners of the US and everything in between, he seemed to particularly enjoy West Virginia. He would routinely travel to that area, reconnecting with acquaintances, finding handyman work to keep himself active, and doing what he could to help those around him. He especially enjoyed working with his hands, primarily doing framing and roofing construction in addition to odd jobs. In recounting his trips, it was evident that Mike had a big heart. No matter where he was, he would always help others in need. Mike, as they say, had a memory like a ‘steel trap’. He could describe his adventures in such incredible detail, referencing people, places, specific days and locations-even the highway numbers on his routes. Mike was an avid gardener as well, something he learned from his mother for sure. He returned to the Manhattan area later on, staying closer to home, due to his battle with lung cancer. While back in Manhattan, he would balance time between a few favorite camp sites at Tuttle Creek Lake with time at home with his parents. When out camping, it usually wouldn’t matter the time of year. He was very tough, able to endure all types of weather, and would rely on his training from scouts or his survival techniques from living on the road, to survive all types of conditions. One could be guaranteed that if you found his favorite camping areas, you would also find that he left it better than how he found it-be it through improved drainage and erosion control, or simply an improved nature area. He would talk fondly of the wildlife he encountered while at the lake, whether they had wings or legs…many he would see routinely over the course of a season (or one season to the next) and talk about how they grew and matured. When not at the lake, he found time to continue gardening, making sure to share the vegetables with friends and neighbors. He always enjoyed visiting with the neighbors, helping out those in Westbank Townhomes with watering, snow removal, and sharing food that he and Dad would smoke or grill. Though battling his own health issues with cancer, he always found time to support and console his mom, who was dealing with cancer herself. He was an incredibly caring individual when it came to this support. Having gone through some rounds of cancer treatment himself, he was always helping his mother, knowing what she was going to go through, and how he could best help before, during and after treatment. He was not around family much in his adult years with all the travelling, but he was around when it mattered most, and for that, his family is eternally grateful. Mike is preceded in death by his mother, Rose, of Manhattan. He is survived by his father, Bob, of Manhattan, siblings: Terry of Moscow, ID., Dale of Houston, TX., Julie Melchior of Lenexa, KS., and their family members. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 16th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Graveside services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Damar, Kansas, with Father Henry Saw Lone officiating. The Family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, March 15th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A Parish Vigil will be held at 7:30 P.M. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page. Memorial contributions can be made to Good Shepherd Home and Hospice or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Michael (Mike) Lynn Morin, age 59 died March 8, 2022, at Good Shepherd Home and Hospice House. He was born on April 2, 1962, in Belleville, Kansas. He was the son of Robert (Bob) and Rose Morin and the third of four children. After moving to Manhattan, KS Mike attended Seven Dolors grade school and graduated from Msgr. Luckey High School. During his time growing up in Manhattan, he spent time playing outside with neighborhood and high school friends, camping and boating on family vacations, and a lot of fishing…Mike loved to fish. He was active in Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts, reaching the rank of Eagle. Known for being one tough cookie, he was active in sports at Luckey High, playing football, basketball and running long distance in track. After high school, he attended Kansas State University taking numerous classes. While Mike had a love for learning, his real passion for learning was with the outdoors. After choosing to leave Kansas State, Mike took to the backroads and highways. Though he travelled to the four corners of the US and everything in between, he seemed to particularly enjoy West Virginia. He would routinely travel to that area, reconnecting with acquaintances, finding handyman work to keep himself active, and doing what he could to help those around him. He especially enjoyed working with his hands, primarily doing framing and roofing construction in addition to odd jobs. In recounting his trips, it was evident that Mike had a big heart. No matter where he was, he would always help others in need. Mike, as they say, had a memory like a ‘steel trap’. He could describe his adventures in such incredible detail, referencing people, places, specific days and locations-even the highway numbers on his routes. Mike was an avid gardener as well, something he learned from his mother for sure. He returned to the Manhattan area later on, staying closer to home, due to his battle with lung cancer. While back in Manhattan, he would balance time between a few favorite camp sites at Tuttle Creek Lake with time at home with his parents. When out camping, it usually wouldn’t matter the time of year. He was very tough, able to endure all types of weather, and would rely on his training from scouts or his survival techniques from living on the road, to survive all types of conditions. One could be guaranteed that if you found his favorite camping areas, you would also find that he left it better than how he found it-be it through improved drainage and erosion control, or simply an improved nature area. He would talk fondly of the wildlife he encountered while at the lake, whether they had wings or legs…many he would see routinely over the course of a season (or one season to the next) and talk about how they grew and matured. When not at the lake, he found time to continue gardening, making sure to share the vegetables with friends and neighbors. He always enjoyed visiting with the neighbors, helping out those in Westbank Townhomes with watering, snow removal, and sharing food that he and Dad would smoke or grill. Though battling his own health issues with cancer, he always found time to support and console his mom, who was dealing with cancer herself. He was an incredibly caring individual when it came to this support. Having gone through some rounds of cancer treatment himself, he was always helping his mother, knowing what she was going to go through, and how he could best help before, during and after treatment. He was not around family much in his adult years with all the travelling, but he was around when it mattered most, and for that, his family is eternally grateful. Mike is preceded in death by his mother, Rose, of Manhattan. He is survived by his father, Bob, of Manhattan, siblings: Terry of Moscow, ID., Dale of Houston, TX., Julie Melchior of Lenexa, KS., and their family members. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, March 16th, at Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Ryan McCandless as Celebrant. Graveside services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at the St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Damar, Kansas, with Father Henry Saw Lone officiating. The Family will receive friends from 6:30 to 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, March 15th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A Parish Vigil will be held at 7:30 P.M. Tuesday in the funeral home chapel. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Share A Memory" on this page. Memorial contributions can be made to Good Shepherd Home and Hospice or Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Michael (Mike) Lynn Morin

Janét Elise Bozarth, 45, of Manhattan, passed away, Wednesday, March 9th, 2022. Janét was born in Wichita, on February 12, 1977, the daughter of Donna Jean (Dilling) Bozarth and Henry Archie Bozarth, Jr. She was the wife of Matthew Ussary. They were married on July 5, 2002, in Olathe at the Pickering House Garden. She was a graduate of Wichita's North East Magnet High School in 1995, and from KSU with a bachelor's degree in English and Spanish, a member of the Honor Society, and the KSU Union Program Council She worked as the manager for Walden Books in Manhattan, and CB Announcements as a photo announcement specialist, and used her 14 different languages including sign languages in her work. She was a member of the First Church of the Brethren in Wichita KS. Janét is survived by her husband, Matt Ussary, of the home; daughter, Samantha Ussary, sons Tristan Ussary and Zachary Ussary, all of the home in Manhattan. Also, surviving are her parents, Henry and Donna Bozarth; and her father and mother-in-law, James &amp; Lois Ussary also of Manhattan; brother-in-law, Joshua Ussary of Manhattan, NY. A "Celebration of Life" will be at First Baptist Church in Manhattan, on March 19, 2022, at 10:30 am. Inurnment will be held at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan at a later date. The family request donations to the American Cancer Society 1315 SW Arrowhead Road; #2 Topeka, KS 66601 or the First Baptist or Ussary Children’s Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Janét Elise Bozarth, 45, of Manhattan, passed away, Wednesday, March 9th, 2022. Janét was born in Wichita, on February 12, 1977, the daughter of Donna Jean (Dilling) Bozarth and Henry Archie Bozarth, Jr. She was the wife of Matthew Ussary. They were married on July 5, 2002, in Olathe at the Pickering House Garden. She was a graduate of Wichita's North East Magnet High School in 1995, and from KSU with a bachelor's degree in English and Spanish, a member of the Honor Society, and the KSU Union Program Council She worked as the manager for Walden Books in Manhattan, and CB Announcements as a photo announcement specialist, and used her 14 different languages including sign languages in her work. She was a member of the First Church of the Brethren in Wichita KS. Janét is survived by her husband, Matt Ussary, of the home; daughter, Samantha Ussary, sons Tristan Ussary and Zachary Ussary, all of the home in Manhattan. Also, surviving are her parents, Henry and Donna Bozarth; and her father and mother-in-law, James &amp; Lois Ussary also of Manhattan; brother-in-law, Joshua Ussary of Manhattan, NY. A "Celebration of Life" will be at First Baptist Church in Manhattan, on March 19, 2022, at 10:30 am. Inurnment will be held at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan at a later date. The family request donations to the American Cancer Society 1315 SW Arrowhead Road; #2 Topeka, KS 66601 or the First Baptist or Ussary Children’s Fund.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Janét Elise Bozarth

Eric L. Johnson, Jr. 27, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. Cremation will take place. A celebration of life service for Eric will be announced and will be held at his Uncle Michael Hall's Home. Eric was born November 3, 1994, in Nashville, TN, the son of Eric L. and Nicole Y. (Hall) Johnson, Sr. Eric has resided in Junction City for twelve years. He attended Junction City High School. He enjoyed cooking, dancing, taking care of lawns and working on houses. Eric is survived by his father, Eric L. Johnson, Sr. of Nashville, TN; his mother, Nicole Y. Vaughn of Junction City, KS; one son, Jayceon and one daughter, Kiy'aire; five brothers, A.J., Mario, Lil Eric, Zyrek and Tyrek; three sisters, Shay, Vee and Erica; grandmother, Wally Hall; his fiance, Tyteyana Williams; two uncles, Michael Hall and Leon Dupree; his two best friends Ashley and Jose; many nephews, nieces, other family members and a host of friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eric L. Johnson, Jr. 27, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Wednesday, March 2, 2022. Cremation will take place. A celebration of life service for Eric will be announced and will be held at his Uncle Michael Hall's Home. Eric was born November 3, 1994, in Nashville, TN, the son of Eric L. and Nicole Y. (Hall) Johnson, Sr. Eric has resided in Junction City for twelve years. He attended Junction City High School. He enjoyed cooking, dancing, taking care of lawns and working on houses. Eric is survived by his father, Eric L. Johnson, Sr. of Nashville, TN; his mother, Nicole Y. Vaughn of Junction City, KS; one son, Jayceon and one daughter, Kiy'aire; five brothers, A.J., Mario, Lil Eric, Zyrek and Tyrek; three sisters, Shay, Vee and Erica; grandmother, Wally Hall; his fiance, Tyteyana Williams; two uncles, Michael Hall and Leon Dupree; his two best friends Ashley and Jose; many nephews, nieces, other family members and a host of friends.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eric L. Johnson, Jr.

SFC (Retired) William Haywood “Bill” Reid was given life on this earth on December 3, 1938 in Weldon, North Carolina to Florence and Jake Reid, Sr. He departed this life on March 5, 2022 in Topeka, Kansas. He was educated in the Weldon, NC school systems before being drafted into the United States Army in December 1961. During his 21 years of faithful military service, he served 3 tours in Vietnam, Europe, and various military bases in the U.S. His awards included: the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal (6), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2), Vietnam Service Medal with 4 Bronze Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/ Palm device and the Non-Commissioned Officer Development Ribbon. After retiring in Fort Riley, Kansas, he worked as a Department of the Army Civilian as the lead mechanic at the Auto Craft Shop on Fort Riley for another 20 years. He was joined in holy matrimony to Mary Lee Smalls, January 5, 1967 in Marion, SC. Their love continued for 55 years until his death. When he wasn’t working, his hobby had always been working on cars for himself, friends or whoever needed help. He never turned down anyone who needed help turning a wrench. His favorite car was the classic 1964 Pontiac GTO. He once stripped down a vehicle to its frame and rebuilt it by hand. His love of cars also included building model cars. He leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife of 55 years, Mary L. Reid of the home; a son Tracey A. Reid of Ellenwood, GA; two daughters, Stefanie D. Hooten of Ellenwood, GA and Veronica Thomas(Capers) of Douglasville, GA; a brother, Jake Reid, Jr. of Washington, DC, and a sister, Hanola Crowell of Weldon, NC; 4 grandchildren: Ti’Jhan D. Smith of Killeen, TX, Marcus L. Hooten(Krista) of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Alliyah L. Hooten of Ellenwood, GA and Psalms M. Reid of Richardson, TX; 5 great grandchildren: Henry, Karter, Maeyani, Jesiah, and Julian; a sister-in-law, Claretta Gore of Nichols, SC; a brother-in-law, Phil Latson, Jr. (Debra) of Laurel, MD; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Proceeding him in death: his parents, brother Joseph Reid, and sister Louise Steele. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8773 and the Masonic Brothers of the Palmetto Lodge #397 in South Carolina. In Gratitude; The Reid family wish to thank each of you for your outpouring support from family and friends. We gratefully acknowledge your prayers, cards, flowers, visits and many other expressions of love and kindness during our time of bereavement. May God continue to bless each one of you. Repast will be held at the VFW Post #8773, South Washington Street, Junction City, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Visitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p..m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131

Homegoing Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp;&nbsp;

Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., Kansas Veterans Cemetery

Interment:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., Kansas Veterans' Cemetery

SFC (Retired) William Haywood “Bill” Reid was given life on this earth on December 3, 1938 in Weldon, North Carolina to Florence and Jake Reid, Sr. He departed this life on March 5, 2022 in Topeka, Kansas. He was educated in the Weldon, NC school systems before being drafted into the United States Army in December 1961. During his 21 years of faithful military service, he served 3 tours in Vietnam, Europe, and various military bases in the U.S. His awards included: the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal (6), Army Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon (2), Vietnam Service Medal with 4 Bronze Stars, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/ Palm device and the Non-Commissioned Officer Development Ribbon. After retiring in Fort Riley, Kansas, he worked as a Department of the Army Civilian as the lead mechanic at the Auto Craft Shop on Fort Riley for another 20 years. He was joined in holy matrimony to Mary Lee Smalls, January 5, 1967 in Marion, SC. Their love continued for 55 years until his death. When he wasn’t working, his hobby had always been working on cars for himself, friends or whoever needed help. He never turned down anyone who needed help turning a wrench. His favorite car was the classic 1964 Pontiac GTO. He once stripped down a vehicle to its frame and rebuilt it by hand. His love of cars also included building model cars. He leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife of 55 years, Mary L. Reid of the home; a son Tracey A. Reid of Ellenwood, GA; two daughters, Stefanie D. Hooten of Ellenwood, GA and Veronica Thomas(Capers) of Douglasville, GA; a brother, Jake Reid, Jr. of Washington, DC, and a sister, Hanola Crowell of Weldon, NC; 4 grandchildren: Ti’Jhan D. Smith of Killeen, TX, Marcus L. Hooten(Krista) of Fort Walton Beach, FL, Alliyah L. Hooten of Ellenwood, GA and Psalms M. Reid of Richardson, TX; 5 great grandchildren: Henry, Karter, Maeyani, Jesiah, and Julian; a sister-in-law, Claretta Gore of Nichols, SC; a brother-in-law, Phil Latson, Jr. (Debra) of Laurel, MD; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Proceeding him in death: his parents, brother Joseph Reid, and sister Louise Steele. He was a lifetime member of the VFW Post #8773 and the Masonic Brothers of the Palmetto Lodge #397 in South Carolina. In Gratitude; The Reid family wish to thank each of you for your outpouring support from family and friends. We gratefully acknowledge your prayers, cards, flowers, visits and many other expressions of love and kindness during our time of bereavement. May God continue to bless each one of you. Repast will be held at the VFW Post #8773, South Washington Street, Junction City, KS.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p..m., Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions, 203 North Washington Junction City, KS&nbsp;&nbsp;66441, 785-762-3131Homegoing Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 from 12:00 to 12:30 p.m. Johnson Cremations, Funerals &amp; Receptions&nbsp;&nbsp;Service:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., Kansas Veterans CemeteryInterment:&nbsp; Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., Kansas Veterans' Cemetery

William Haywood "Bill" Reid - 1938 - 2022

Shirley Marshall, 93 of Clifton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at the Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas at the of 93. She was born October 1, 1928, in Clay County, Kansas the daughter of Carlos and Rose (Bowmaker) Knox.

Shirley was raised in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton HIGH School in 1947. She married Derrell Marshall on May 22, 1947. They made their home in the Clifton area where they raised their five children. Shirley was a member of the St. Marys Catholic Church, St. Marys Alter Society and Clifton American Legion Auxiliary. Shirley was a homemaker until her children all entered school. She then worked for the local grocery store for over twenty years. After retirement she served as an Avon Representative for the Clifton area. Shirley was a kind and generous soul. She gifted many of her Avon items to children for gifts to their moms, the elderly and lonely in care homes. She loved playing cards with her family and friends*

Shirley is preceded in death by her husband; parents; three sisters, Georgia Barnes, Imateen Brown and Rama Sorell; two brothers, Bruce Knox and Darwin Knox; three grandsons, Shawn Flesher, Seth Marshall and Chris Finkbiner.

Survivors include her daughters, Tanis (Elmer) Finkbiner, Lawrence, KS, Joan (Joe) Flesher, Clifton, KS and Susan (Larry) Thomas, Clay Center, KS; sons, Stan (Ann) Marshall, Clifton, KS and Dan (Marla) Marshall, Clay Center, KS; 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren; sister, Lana Carlson, Clay Center, KS; brother, Ron (June) Knox, Edmond, OK and sister-in-law Verna Mae Knox, Clifton, KS.

Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KS.&nbsp; The Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2022 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KS.

Interment will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, rural Clifton, KS.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, designated for a new handicapped ramp, or to Meadowlark Hospice and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Shirley Marshall, 93 of Clifton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, at the Park Villa Nursing Home in Clyde, Kansas at the of 93. She was born October 1, 1928, in Clay County, Kansas the daughter of Carlos and Rose (Bowmaker) Knox.Shirley was raised in the Clifton area and graduated from Clifton HIGH School in 1947. She married Derrell Marshall on May 22, 1947. They made their home in the Clifton area where they raised their five children. Shirley was a member of the St. Marys Catholic Church, St. Marys Alter Society and Clifton American Legion Auxiliary. Shirley was a homemaker until her children all entered school. She then worked for the local grocery store for over twenty years. After retirement she served as an Avon Representative for the Clifton area. Shirley was a kind and generous soul. She gifted many of her Avon items to children for gifts to their moms, the elderly and lonely in care homes. She loved playing cards with her family and friends*Shirley is preceded in death by her husband; parents; three sisters, Georgia Barnes, Imateen Brown and Rama Sorell; two brothers, Bruce Knox and Darwin Knox; three grandsons, Shawn Flesher, Seth Marshall and Chris Finkbiner.Survivors include her daughters, Tanis (Elmer) Finkbiner, Lawrence, KS, Joan (Joe) Flesher, Clifton, KS and Susan (Larry) Thomas, Clay Center, KS; sons, Stan (Ann) Marshall, Clifton, KS and Dan (Marla) Marshall, Clay Center, KS; 11 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren; sister, Lana Carlson, Clay Center, KS; brother, Ron (June) Knox, Edmond, OK and sister-in-law Verna Mae Knox, Clifton, KS.Visitation will be held from 2-5 p.m. on Sunday, March 13, 2022 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KS.&nbsp; The Rosary will be recited at 5 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, March 14, 2022 at the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Clifton, KS.Interment will be held in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, rural Clifton, KS.Memorial Contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church, designated for a new handicapped ramp, or to Meadowlark Hospice and can be sent c/o the funeral home.

Shirley Marshall

Pierre Scharfe, age 75, of Manhattan, died March 8, 2022, at his residence. He was born August 20, 1946, in Vallander, Germany, the son of Willy and Marianne (Poschardt) Scharfe. Pierre served in the United States Army from April 15, 1966 to April 14, 1970. He served in Vietnam and was honorable discharged at the rank of Sergeant. He was the credit and collections and later accounts payable supervisor for McCall Pattern Company. He also worked for a liquor store, Hibachi Hut and for many years at Harry’s Restaurant along with his full-time job at McCall’s. Pierre loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed movies, drives and traveling Route 66, his orange/black 69 Camaro, keeping his car spotless, going to car shows, seeing the sights, history, reading, surfing when younger, airplanes, his pet dogs and working in the yard. He was very social and enjoyed his coffee group, and serving on his homeowner’s association board. On May 23, 1986, he was married to Susan Zarger. Susan survives of the home. Additional survivors include his daughter Wendy (Scharfe) Orf and her husband Chris of Nixa, Missouri; brother Rene Scharfe of Buckeye, CA; two grandsons: Blaine Kearns and William Scharfe; and his daughter in law Mary Scharfe. Pierre was preceded in death his son Robert Scharfe and his sister Elizabeth Scharfe. The family will receive family and friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 18th, at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Children Hospital. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pierre Scharfe, age 75, of Manhattan, died March 8, 2022, at his residence. He was born August 20, 1946, in Vallander, Germany, the son of Willy and Marianne (Poschardt) Scharfe. Pierre served in the United States Army from April 15, 1966 to April 14, 1970. He served in Vietnam and was honorable discharged at the rank of Sergeant. He was the credit and collections and later accounts payable supervisor for McCall Pattern Company. He also worked for a liquor store, Hibachi Hut and for many years at Harry’s Restaurant along with his full-time job at McCall’s. Pierre loved spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed movies, drives and traveling Route 66, his orange/black 69 Camaro, keeping his car spotless, going to car shows, seeing the sights, history, reading, surfing when younger, airplanes, his pet dogs and working in the yard. He was very social and enjoyed his coffee group, and serving on his homeowner’s association board. On May 23, 1986, he was married to Susan Zarger. Susan survives of the home. Additional survivors include his daughter Wendy (Scharfe) Orf and her husband Chris of Nixa, Missouri; brother Rene Scharfe of Buckeye, CA; two grandsons: Blaine Kearns and William Scharfe; and his daughter in law Mary Scharfe. Pierre was preceded in death his son Robert Scharfe and his sister Elizabeth Scharfe. The family will receive family and friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 17th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. Graveside services with military honors will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, March 18th, at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan. Memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Children Hospital. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pierre Scharfe

Laurie Ann Mathos, 65, of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022. She was the Quality Control Manager at the Alorica Call Center. Laurie was born in Oak Park, IL on October 20, 1956, the daughter of Robert Guelle, who survives in Jonesboro, Ark, and the late Ann (Grasse) Guelle. Laurie graduated from Oak Forrest High School in Oak Park, Illinois. She received a bachelor's degree and a Masters's degree in Human Resources from the American InterContinental University. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan and also served in the U.S. Army from 1977 to 1981. Laurie is survived by her father, Robert Guelle; daughter, Rhonda Lee Mathos, son-in-law Jason Hornbeck, of Manhattan; her son, Scott (daughter-in-law Tina) Mathos, of Edgerton, Kansas; also surviving is a brother, David (Jane) Guelle of Bradley Illinois; three grandchildren, Allie Mathos, Aaron Mathos, Ariana Hornbeck; and her cat Emmy (this cat was her baby who she adopted and loved). She was preceded by her mother, Ann Grasse Guelle, and her stepmother, Audrey Guelle. There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation, 13770 Noel Rd. Ste 801899, Dallas, TX 75380 The family is being assisted by Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Laurie Ann Mathos, 65, of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, March 2nd, 2022. She was the Quality Control Manager at the Alorica Call Center. Laurie was born in Oak Park, IL on October 20, 1956, the daughter of Robert Guelle, who survives in Jonesboro, Ark, and the late Ann (Grasse) Guelle. Laurie graduated from Oak Forrest High School in Oak Park, Illinois. She received a bachelor's degree and a Masters's degree in Human Resources from the American InterContinental University. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Manhattan and also served in the U.S. Army from 1977 to 1981. Laurie is survived by her father, Robert Guelle; daughter, Rhonda Lee Mathos, son-in-law Jason Hornbeck, of Manhattan; her son, Scott (daughter-in-law Tina) Mathos, of Edgerton, Kansas; also surviving is a brother, David (Jane) Guelle of Bradley Illinois; three grandchildren, Allie Mathos, Aaron Mathos, Ariana Hornbeck; and her cat Emmy (this cat was her baby who she adopted and loved). She was preceded by her mother, Ann Grasse Guelle, and her stepmother, Audrey Guelle. There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Koman Breast Cancer Awareness Foundation, 13770 Noel Rd. Ste 801899, Dallas, TX 75380 The family is being assisted by Carlson's Irvin-Parkview Funeral Home &amp; Cremation.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Laurie Ann Mathos

James “Jim” F. Westerhaus Jr. passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at the age of 83. Jim was born December 15, 1938 to James F. Westerhaus Sr. and Mary Catherine (Carrigan) Westerhaus in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from St Mary’s High School in Wichita, KS. He went on to study at St. Benedict’s College (Benedictine College) in Atchison, Kansas. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1960. After graduating from college, he began his teaching career at St. Mary’s High School in St. Benedict, Kansas. He taught English, PE and Driver’s Education and coached basketball. After teaching there for three years, he accepted a teaching job at St. Xavier’s High School in Junction City, Kansas. He taught English, Speech, Physical Education and Health. He was head basketball coach for 9 years, and also an assistant coach for football and track. He touched many lives at St Xavier’s and could share some great stories of his athletes and students. While teaching, he also worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Milford Lake for 10 summers. Jim loved all things sports oriented and was employed as a sports director through civil service at Fort Riley, retiring after 42 years of service.

December 28, 1963 he married Ellen Elizabeth Heiman at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict, Kansas. Jim and Ellen were blessed with four children. Jim was very active in supporting The Girl Scouts of Geary County for 50 years and was a caretaker for Camp Cutteru for nearly 30 years. He was also active in Junction City Junior Baseball association, YMCA youth sports and was inducted into the ASA Softball Hall of Fame. He also volunteered at the Geary County Food Pantry, and was currently a board member. He served as president of the Greenhills Homeowners Association, and was a member of The Knights of Columbus, St. Francis Xavier Church and a resident of Junction City for 58 years. After retirement, Jim loved to garden and could grow just about anything from a seed. His love for sports carried on following his grandkids to their sporting events, along with supporting and enjoying Blue Jay athletics. He was also an avid Wichita State Shockers fan and Nebraska Husker fan. He had a liking for model trains, enjoyed all kinds of racing and lots of front porch sitting. He was a man of few words, but when he spoke, you knew to listen. Jim was preceded in death by his parents: James Sr. and Mary Westerhaus and his sister Mary Ann Kristek. Jim is survived by his wife Ellen (Heiman) Westerhaus of 58 years and his children: Shelly (Steve) Buhler, Topeka, KS; Ellie (Ken) Dillon, Junction City, KS; Cheryl (Darrin) Deters, Baileyville, KS; and Matt (Gretchen) Westerhaus, Junction City, KS. He is also survived by four granddaughters, Jena, Jesslyn, Kate and Maura; six grandsons, Matt, Mitch, Brandon, Cole, Peyton and Kody; one great granddaughter, three great grandsons and his aunt Gere Carrigan, Atchison KS; one brother-in-law, Albert Kristek of Auburn, WA; one niece and three nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be established with the Geary County Food Pantry and St. Xavier’s Art &amp; Environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Rosary:&nbsp; Friday, March 11, 2022 from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., St. Xavier Catholic Church

Visitation:&nbsp; Friday, March 11, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., St. Xavier Catholic Church

Service:&nbsp; Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., St. Xavier Catholic Church

James “Jim” F. Westerhaus Jr. passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at the age of 83. Jim was born December 15, 1938 to James F. Westerhaus Sr. and Mary Catherine (Carrigan) Westerhaus in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from St Mary’s High School in Wichita, KS. He went on to study at St. Benedict’s College (Benedictine College) in Atchison, Kansas. He graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1960. After graduating from college, he began his teaching career at St. Mary’s High School in St. Benedict, Kansas. He taught English, PE and Driver’s Education and coached basketball. After teaching there for three years, he accepted a teaching job at St. Xavier’s High School in Junction City, Kansas. He taught English, Speech, Physical Education and Health. He was head basketball coach for 9 years, and also an assistant coach for football and track. He touched many lives at St Xavier’s and could share some great stories of his athletes and students. While teaching, he also worked for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at Milford Lake for 10 summers. Jim loved all things sports oriented and was employed as a sports director through civil service at Fort Riley, retiring after 42 years of service.December 28, 1963 he married Ellen Elizabeth Heiman at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict, Kansas. Jim and Ellen were blessed with four children. Jim was very active in supporting The Girl Scouts of Geary County for 50 years and was a caretaker for Camp Cutteru for nearly 30 years. He was also active in Junction City Junior Baseball association, YMCA youth sports and was inducted into the ASA Softball Hall of Fame. He also volunteered at the Geary County Food Pantry, and was currently a board member. He served as president of the Greenhills Homeowners Association, and was a member of The Knights of Columbus, St. Francis Xavier Church and a resident of Junction City for 58 years. After retirement, Jim loved to garden and could grow just about anything from a seed. His love for sports carried on following his grandkids to their sporting events, along with supporting and enjoying Blue Jay athletics. He was also an avid Wichita State Shockers fan and Nebraska Husker fan. He had a liking for model trains, enjoyed all kinds of racing and lots of front porch sitting. He was a man of few words, but when he spoke, you knew to listen. Jim was preceded in death by his parents: James Sr. and Mary Westerhaus and his sister Mary Ann Kristek. Jim is survived by his wife Ellen (Heiman) Westerhaus of 58 years and his children: Shelly (Steve) Buhler, Topeka, KS; Ellie (Ken) Dillon, Junction City, KS; Cheryl (Darrin) Deters, Baileyville, KS; and Matt (Gretchen) Westerhaus, Junction City, KS. He is also survived by four granddaughters, Jena, Jesslyn, Kate and Maura; six grandsons, Matt, Mitch, Brandon, Cole, Peyton and Kody; one great granddaughter, three great grandsons and his aunt Gere Carrigan, Atchison KS; one brother-in-law, Albert Kristek of Auburn, WA; one niece and three nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials will be established with the Geary County Food Pantry and St. Xavier’s Art &amp; Environment.&nbsp;&nbsp;SERVICES AND GATHERINGSRosary:&nbsp; Friday, March 11, 2022 from 5:30 to 6:00 p.m., St. Xavier Catholic ChurchVisitation:&nbsp; Friday, March 11, 2022 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., St. Xavier Catholic ChurchService:&nbsp; Saturday, March 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., St. Xavier Catholic Church

James F. "Jim" Westerhaus, Jr. - 1938 - 2022

Duane E. Slingsby, 94 died March 7, 2022, in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 15, 1927, in Clay County, the son of Walter W. and Chattie (Gibbs) Slingsby.&nbsp; Duane grew up on a farm near Green, KS.&nbsp; He graduated from Green Rural High School and enlisted in the US Navy.&nbsp; Duane served during WWII aboard the USS Iowa battleship.&nbsp; He married Bonnie Oard on July 28, 1949.&nbsp; Duane farmed before making his home in Clay Center.&nbsp; He worked for Northern Natural Gas, and he owned and operated the Slingsby Insurance and Real Estate Agency.&nbsp; Duane was a member of the United Methodist Church in Clay Center and the V.F.W in Green.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Evelyn (Slingsby) Shafer and Twila (Slingsby) White-Shivers.

Duane enjoyed life to its fullest traveling, playing golf, boating, camping, rock hunting, and fishing. &nbsp; He enjoyed every moment of life alongside his family and many friends.

Duane is survived by his wife, Bonnie Slingsby of Clay Center; daughter, Deborah and husband David Abner of Manhattan; sons: Walter Slingsby and the late Carol Slingsby and Michael and wife Lori Slingsby both of Clay Center; 10 Grandchildren and 16 Great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the Clay Center United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KS

Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.

Memorials:&nbsp; Lighthouse for Christ c/o the funeral home.

Duane E. Slingsby, 94 died March 7, 2022, in Manhattan, KS.&nbsp; He was born on August 15, 1927, in Clay County, the son of Walter W. and Chattie (Gibbs) Slingsby.&nbsp; Duane grew up on a farm near Green, KS.&nbsp; He graduated from Green Rural High School and enlisted in the US Navy.&nbsp; Duane served during WWII aboard the USS Iowa battleship.&nbsp; He married Bonnie Oard on July 28, 1949.&nbsp; Duane farmed before making his home in Clay Center.&nbsp; He worked for Northern Natural Gas, and he owned and operated the Slingsby Insurance and Real Estate Agency.&nbsp; Duane was a member of the United Methodist Church in Clay Center and the V.F.W in Green.He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Evelyn (Slingsby) Shafer and Twila (Slingsby) White-Shivers.Duane enjoyed life to its fullest traveling, playing golf, boating, camping, rock hunting, and fishing. &nbsp; He enjoyed every moment of life alongside his family and many friends.Duane is survived by his wife, Bonnie Slingsby of Clay Center; daughter, Deborah and husband David Abner of Manhattan; sons: Walter Slingsby and the late Carol Slingsby and Michael and wife Lori Slingsby both of Clay Center; 10 Grandchildren and 16 Great-grandchildren.Funeral Services: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, March 12, 2022, at the Clay Center United Methodist Church in Clay Center, KSOfficiating: Rev. Reuben Langat.Burial: Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation: 3-7 p.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home.Memorials:&nbsp; Lighthouse for Christ c/o the funeral home.

Duane E. Slingsby

On March 6, 2022, LuEllen Maxine (Goldenstein) Trahan, 97, passed away at Mount Joseph Nursing Home, Concordia, KS. She was born May 26, 1924, to Earl and Ellen (Bremerman) Goldenstein at Flagler, Colorado.

She grew up in the Cloud county area. Graduated from Miltonvale Rural High School, received her teaching certificate, and taught school in a one room school house.

She joined the Catholic Church prior to marrying Everett L. Trahan on May 4, 1944 at St. Anthony’s Church in Miltonvale. To this union were born eight children. Larry, Carmen, Coleen Paillet, Mary Ann, Randy, Ava Trahan, Max and Yvette Trahan.

Proceeding her in death were her parents, husband Everett, daughter Mary Ann, grandson Joshua Paillet, son-in-law Kenny Paillet, daughter-in-law Margie (Ensign) Trahan, her sister Emily Walmsley and&nbsp; brother Larry Earl Goldenstein.

Her love of teaching was shared in the CCD program where she also served as the coordinator for several years. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Altar Society, where she helped with countless projects, giving of her time and treasure. She practiced her faith quietly with strength and steadfastness.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She leaves 23 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Respect calls are at St. Anthony’s Church Miltonvale on March 15 from 5 – 6:30 p .m.. Rosary following. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp;

Memorials to St Anthony's Catholic Church or St. Anthony's Altar Society in care of the funeral home. &nbsp;

On March 6, 2022, LuEllen Maxine (Goldenstein) Trahan, 97, passed away at Mount Joseph Nursing Home, Concordia, KS. She was born May 26, 1924, to Earl and Ellen (Bremerman) Goldenstein at Flagler, Colorado.She grew up in the Cloud county area. Graduated from Miltonvale Rural High School, received her teaching certificate, and taught school in a one room school house.She joined the Catholic Church prior to marrying Everett L. Trahan on May 4, 1944 at St. Anthony’s Church in Miltonvale. To this union were born eight children. Larry, Carmen, Coleen Paillet, Mary Ann, Randy, Ava Trahan, Max and Yvette Trahan.Proceeding her in death were her parents, husband Everett, daughter Mary Ann, grandson Joshua Paillet, son-in-law Kenny Paillet, daughter-in-law Margie (Ensign) Trahan, her sister Emily Walmsley and&nbsp; brother Larry Earl Goldenstein.Her love of teaching was shared in the CCD program where she also served as the coordinator for several years. She was a member of St. Anthony’s Altar Society, where she helped with countless projects, giving of her time and treasure. She practiced her faith quietly with strength and steadfastness.&nbsp;&nbsp;She leaves 23 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and friends.Respect calls are at St. Anthony’s Church Miltonvale on March 15 from 5 – 6:30 p .m.. Rosary following. Funeral Mass will be Wednesday, March 16 at 10:00 a.m.&nbsp;Memorials to St Anthony's Catholic Church or St. Anthony's Altar Society in care of the funeral home. &nbsp;Masks are required in the church.

LuEllen Maxine (Goldenstein) Trahan

Judy Kay Wyckoff, 68 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022. She was born January 9, 1954 in Clay Center, Kansas the daughter of Bill and Phyllis (Beals) Shields. Judy grew up in the Abilene area and graduating from Abilene High School in 1972. On June 10, 1972 she was united in marriage to Larry Gene Wyckoff. She worked as a dietary aide for different nursing homes and she later worked at Walmart.

 Judy is survived by her daughter, Wendy (Jason) Wyckoff of Ramona. One brother, Philip (Penny) Shields of Branson, Missouri. Two grandchildren, Gene and Phoenix Wyckoff. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Bill Shields Jr.

 Judy’s wishes were to be cremated.&nbsp; A Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m.., Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m.&nbsp; on Saturday until services time.

 In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be given to the New Trail Fellowship Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Judy Kay Wyckoff, 68 of Abilene passed away Tuesday, March 8, 2022. She was born January 9, 1954 in Clay Center, Kansas the daughter of Bill and Phyllis (Beals) Shields. Judy grew up in the Abilene area and graduating from Abilene High School in 1972. On June 10, 1972 she was united in marriage to Larry Gene Wyckoff. She worked as a dietary aide for different nursing homes and she later worked at Walmart. Judy is survived by her daughter, Wendy (Jason) Wyckoff of Ramona. One brother, Philip (Penny) Shields of Branson, Missouri. Two grandchildren, Gene and Phoenix Wyckoff. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Bill Shields Jr. Judy’s wishes were to be cremated.&nbsp; A Memorial service will be 10:00 a.m.., Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home. Family will receive friends from 9:30 a.m.&nbsp; on Saturday until services time. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be given to the New Trail Fellowship Church. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, Kansas 67410.

Judy Kay Wyckoff

Etta Mae Garten, 98 of Abilene passed away Tuesday March 8, 2022 at Village Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 8, 1923, the daughter of William and Rose (Houlton) Higer. On May 12, 1940 she was united in marriage to Joseph Garten. He preceded her in death October 28, 1975.

 Etta Mae is survived by her daughter, Rosetta (Creach) Grayson and one son, Lonnie (Rosalie) Garten. Eight grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and twenty-eight great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joseph, one great-grandson, Cory Booms and a sister, Bess“Rusty” Allen.

 Funeral Services for Etta Mae will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. Burial will follow at Abilene City Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

Etta Mae Garten, 98 of Abilene passed away Tuesday March 8, 2022 at Village Manor Nursing Home. She was born December 8, 1923, the daughter of William and Rose (Houlton) Higer. On May 12, 1940 she was united in marriage to Joseph Garten. He preceded her in death October 28, 1975. Etta Mae is survived by her daughter, Rosetta (Creach) Grayson and one son, Lonnie (Rosalie) Garten. Eight grandchildren, sixteen great-grandchildren and twenty-eight great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joseph, one great-grandson, Cory Booms and a sister, Bess“Rusty” Allen. Funeral Services for Etta Mae will be 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 12, 2022 at Danner Funeral Home in Abilene. Burial will follow at Abilene City Cemetery. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Danner Funeral Home. The family suggests memorials be given to the Hospice of Dickinson County. Memorials may be dropped off or mailed to Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Online condolences may be sent to www.dannerfuneralhome.net.

Etta Mae Garten

Anthony “Tony” Mark Ekart, age 83 passed away peacefully on March 3, 2022 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. The oldest son of Anthony “Tony” and Angela Ekart, Tony was born on April 1, 1938 in Flush, KS. Tony attended Seven Dolors Elementary School and after graduating from Maur Hill Preparatory High School, he went to work with his father at Ekarts Automotive. Tony met the love of his life, Donna Marie Worchester in 1953, and they married in August of 1958. Tony and Donna had two daughters, Jana Marie Long and Elaine Rene Richter. Tony was a well-respected auto technician in Manhattan his entire life. He taught Auto Mechanics at Manhattan Vo-Tech for several years, which was his passion. Tony went on to open his own business, The Car Clinic in the early 1980’s.&nbsp; Tony was also an avid bass fisherman and started one of Kansas’ first professional Bass Fishing tournament circuits, Kansas Professional Bass Anglers or KPBA. Tony is survived by his loving wife, Donna and both daughters, seven grandchildren, Tony Long, Amy Hall, Amber Long, Sarah Lorson, Kayla Wall, Eric Richter, Alex Richter; 14 great-grandchildren, one Aunt, Dotty O’Shea, and many cousins. Tony is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Tom Ekart, Carrol “Wally” Ekart, and James “Jimmy” Ekart. Tony was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, he will be greatly missed by all. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday March 10, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A Parish Vigil Service will be held following the visitation at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday March 11, 2022 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, with Father Ryan McCandless as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery – Elbow Community in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Tony to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anthony “Tony” Mark Ekart, age 83 passed away peacefully on March 3, 2022 at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. The oldest son of Anthony “Tony” and Angela Ekart, Tony was born on April 1, 1938 in Flush, KS. Tony attended Seven Dolors Elementary School and after graduating from Maur Hill Preparatory High School, he went to work with his father at Ekarts Automotive. Tony met the love of his life, Donna Marie Worchester in 1953, and they married in August of 1958. Tony and Donna had two daughters, Jana Marie Long and Elaine Rene Richter. Tony was a well-respected auto technician in Manhattan his entire life. He taught Auto Mechanics at Manhattan Vo-Tech for several years, which was his passion. Tony went on to open his own business, The Car Clinic in the early 1980’s.&nbsp; Tony was also an avid bass fisherman and started one of Kansas’ first professional Bass Fishing tournament circuits, Kansas Professional Bass Anglers or KPBA. Tony is survived by his loving wife, Donna and both daughters, seven grandchildren, Tony Long, Amy Hall, Amber Long, Sarah Lorson, Kayla Wall, Eric Richter, Alex Richter; 14 great-grandchildren, one Aunt, Dotty O’Shea, and many cousins. Tony is preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Tom Ekart, Carrol “Wally” Ekart, and James “Jimmy” Ekart. Tony was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend, he will be greatly missed by all. The family will greet friends during a visitation from 5:30 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday March 10, 2022 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. A Parish Vigil Service will be held following the visitation at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday March 11, 2022 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church in Manhattan, with Father Ryan McCandless as the Celebrant. Interment will follow in the St. Patrick’s Cemetery – Elbow Community in Manhattan. Memorial contributions are suggested in memory of Tony to the St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or the Seven Dolors Catholic Church. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Anthony “Tony” Mark Ekart

Duane Edwin Rose, 73, formerly of Hutchinson and Lawrence passed away early Saturday, March 5th, at his residence in Manhattan. He was a retired supervisor for Garvey Grain Company in Hutchinson, and for 12 years at the Lawrence Paper Company in the shipping department in Lawrence, Kansas. Duane was born in Scott City, Kansas on July 18, 1948, the son of the late Estaline June (Tellus) and Gerald Edwin Rose. He was the husband of Marilyn R. (Mandeville) Rose who resides of the home. They were married on May 7, 1987, in Hutchinson, and for their honeymoon, they celebrated by playing golf after the wedding, a passion they both enjoyed. Duane is survived by three sons Steven (Esmeralda) Pate, of Manhattan; Bob (Brandi) Lewis, of Maple Hill; Jason Rose, of Hutchinson; four grandchildren (Tristan &amp; Aiden Pate; Arlett &amp; Amanda Gutierrez-Vizuet). Duane was preceded in death by his parents and a sister and brother-in-law: Vicki and Jan Silvey. There will be no services at this time. Donations may be made to the donor's choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Duane Edwin Rose, 73, formerly of Hutchinson and Lawrence passed away early Saturday, March 5th, at his residence in Manhattan. He was a retired supervisor for Garvey Grain Company in Hutchinson, and for 12 years at the Lawrence Paper Company in the shipping department in Lawrence, Kansas. Duane was born in Scott City, Kansas on July 18, 1948, the son of the late Estaline June (Tellus) and Gerald Edwin Rose. He was the husband of Marilyn R. (Mandeville) Rose who resides of the home. They were married on May 7, 1987, in Hutchinson, and for their honeymoon, they celebrated by playing golf after the wedding, a passion they both enjoyed. Duane is survived by three sons Steven (Esmeralda) Pate, of Manhattan; Bob (Brandi) Lewis, of Maple Hill; Jason Rose, of Hutchinson; four grandchildren (Tristan &amp; Aiden Pate; Arlett &amp; Amanda Gutierrez-Vizuet). Duane was preceded in death by his parents and a sister and brother-in-law: Vicki and Jan Silvey. There will be no services at this time. Donations may be made to the donor's choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Duane Edwin Rose

Vernon Lee "Shorty" White, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. Cremation is planned. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Dirk Weiss officiating. Shorty was born February 22, 1938, in Belleville, KS the son of Robert Redman and Lillian (Cibolski) White. Shorty graduated from Belleville High School with the class of 1956 where he played football, basketball and tennis. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1956 until 1960 with the Construction Battalion, known as the "Seabees", in the Aleutian Islands and Okinawa. Shorty married his high school sweetheart Karen Reed on Christmas Day 1959 while on leave. They remained married until she passed away in 2015. Shorty worked as an electrician at the Municipal Power Plant for the City of Belleville, KS. He later moved to Junction City, KS and worked for the Kansas Power and Light Company. Shorty was an active sportsman and hunter. He played tennis, basketball, volleyball, racquetball, softball and baseball. He coached his kids in baseball and softball and schooled them and his nephews in tennis, basketball, and racquetball. Survivors include two sons, Brad White and his wife Christine of Lincoln, NE and Gary White and his wife Laura of Mission, KS; one daughter, Brenda White of Mission, KS; seventeen grandchildren, Rosemary, Pierce, Priscilla and her husband Augusto, Carina, Joel, Troy, Lance, Valerie, Bethany, Andrea, Grant, Craig, Scott, Flint, Mark and Elizabeth; numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Karen; one brother and two sisters.

Vernon Lee "Shorty" White, 84, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022 at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. Cremation is planned. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Dirk Weiss officiating. Shorty was born February 22, 1938, in Belleville, KS the son of Robert Redman and Lillian (Cibolski) White. Shorty graduated from Belleville High School with the class of 1956 where he played football, basketball and tennis. After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy where he served from 1956 until 1960 with the Construction Battalion, known as the "Seabees", in the Aleutian Islands and Okinawa. Shorty married his high school sweetheart Karen Reed on Christmas Day 1959 while on leave. They remained married until she passed away in 2015. Shorty worked as an electrician at the Municipal Power Plant for the City of Belleville, KS. He later moved to Junction City, KS and worked for the Kansas Power and Light Company. Shorty was an active sportsman and hunter. He played tennis, basketball, volleyball, racquetball, softball and baseball. He coached his kids in baseball and softball and schooled them and his nephews in tennis, basketball, and racquetball. Survivors include two sons, Brad White and his wife Christine of Lincoln, NE and Gary White and his wife Laura of Mission, KS; one daughter, Brenda White of Mission, KS; seventeen grandchildren, Rosemary, Pierce, Priscilla and her husband Augusto, Carina, Joel, Troy, Lance, Valerie, Bethany, Andrea, Grant, Craig, Scott, Flint, Mark and Elizabeth; numerous cousins, nephews, nieces and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Karen; one brother and two sisters.

Vernon Lee "Shorty" White

Audrey Elaine (Brownie) Junghans was called home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 2, 2022. She was born in Eastern Geary County, KS, to Fred Brown &amp; Louisa Morgan Brown on April 26, 1926, the fourth of their five children. She spent her early years on the family farm and graduated from Alta Vista High School. Brownie married Roland Norbert Junghans in the summer of 1947, and they made their home on Humboldt Creek, farming and ranching, for many years. Upon selling the farm and moving to Junction City, she worked as a Loan Officer for Central National Bank for 20+ years, where she was well known in the community for her advice and guidance on financial matters. After retiring from the bank, she stayed busy with Real Estate and Property Management, and also held an active role in the management of JJ Marine in Junction City. Brownie was well loved in her community and known for her positive attitude, amazing fashion sense, quick sense of humor and sassy personality. She was preceded in death by her former husbands, Roland Junghans and Gary W. Dugan. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Russell Brown and Max Brown, and her sister Donna Lee Olson. Survivors include her sister Karen Smith of Topeka, KS, her son Mark (Loretta) Junghans of Junction City, her daughter Judith Junghans of Junction City and her four grandchildren: Troy (Kasey) Marcus, Navarre, FL, Josh (Tiffany) Junghans, Milford, KS, Jerod (Ashley) Junghans, Lenexa, KS and Shayna (York) Olszewski, Kansas City, KS and her seven great grandchildren: Lincoln, Logan, Faith, Tyson, Jackson, Kyla and Pearl, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home, Junction City, KS on Sunday, March 13, 2022, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will be present at the visitation and will have a private burial at a later date. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audrey Elaine (Brownie) Junghans was called home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on March 2, 2022. She was born in Eastern Geary County, KS, to Fred Brown &amp; Louisa Morgan Brown on April 26, 1926, the fourth of their five children. She spent her early years on the family farm and graduated from Alta Vista High School. Brownie married Roland Norbert Junghans in the summer of 1947, and they made their home on Humboldt Creek, farming and ranching, for many years. Upon selling the farm and moving to Junction City, she worked as a Loan Officer for Central National Bank for 20+ years, where she was well known in the community for her advice and guidance on financial matters. After retiring from the bank, she stayed busy with Real Estate and Property Management, and also held an active role in the management of JJ Marine in Junction City. Brownie was well loved in her community and known for her positive attitude, amazing fashion sense, quick sense of humor and sassy personality. She was preceded in death by her former husbands, Roland Junghans and Gary W. Dugan. She was also preceded in death by her brothers Russell Brown and Max Brown, and her sister Donna Lee Olson. Survivors include her sister Karen Smith of Topeka, KS, her son Mark (Loretta) Junghans of Junction City, her daughter Judith Junghans of Junction City and her four grandchildren: Troy (Kasey) Marcus, Navarre, FL, Josh (Tiffany) Junghans, Milford, KS, Jerod (Ashley) Junghans, Lenexa, KS and Shayna (York) Olszewski, Kansas City, KS and her seven great grandchildren: Lincoln, Logan, Faith, Tyson, Jackson, Kyla and Pearl, along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives. Visitation will be at Johnson Funeral Home, Junction City, KS on Sunday, March 13, 2022, from 3:00-5:00 p.m.&nbsp; The family will be present at the visitation and will have a private burial at a later date. Memorial donations are suggested to be given to the First Presbyterian Church.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Audrey Elaine "Brownie" Junghans

Peggy Sue Cape, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Wichita, KS. Peggy was born April 8, 1959, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Bobbie Joe and Evelyn Hannah (Arnold) Clark. Peggy spent most of her life in the Wichita area. Peggy was a natural care giver and had a servants heart. She enjoyed all animals and spending time working in a garden. She loved being outdoors. She is survived by her husband Charles Herbert Cape of Wichita, KS; one son, Rick Cape of Austin, TX; her mother, Evelyn Clark of Wichita, KS; one sister, Vicki L. Newton of Herington, KS; two brothers, Roger Clark of Leon, KS and Steve Clark of Murdock, KS; five nephews, Dale, Johnny, Vincent, Patrick and Anthony. She was preceded in death by her father Bobbie Joe Clark.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Peggy Sue Cape, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at Valley View Senior Life Center. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be announced at a later date in Wichita, KS. Peggy was born April 8, 1959, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Bobbie Joe and Evelyn Hannah (Arnold) Clark. Peggy spent most of her life in the Wichita area. Peggy was a natural care giver and had a servants heart. She enjoyed all animals and spending time working in a garden. She loved being outdoors. She is survived by her husband Charles Herbert Cape of Wichita, KS; one son, Rick Cape of Austin, TX; her mother, Evelyn Clark of Wichita, KS; one sister, Vicki L. Newton of Herington, KS; two brothers, Roger Clark of Leon, KS and Steve Clark of Murdock, KS; five nephews, Dale, Johnny, Vincent, Patrick and Anthony. She was preceded in death by her father Bobbie Joe Clark.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Peggy Sue "Froggy Sue" Cape

Betty M. Volz, 94, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Reflections Living of Dodge City.

She was born December 1, 1927, at Wamego, Kansas, the daughter of 
Clarence Albert and Clara (McKown) Tanner.&nbsp; She moved to Dodge City in 
August 1946 from Wamego, and from 1946 to 1957 worked as a billing clerk
 for Kansas Power and Light.&nbsp; On November 8, 1952, she married William 
“Bill” Volz at St. Mary, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on October 
10, 2012.

She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Altar Society in Dodge City as well as numerous card clubs.

Survivors include: her son, Tim Volz and wife Jackie, Dodge City; her
 daughter, Tama Hanson and husband Lynn, Pawnee Rock; 4 grandchildren, 
Kylie Keller and husband Kevin, Brooks Hanson and fiancé Meghann 
Winkler, Dustin Volz and wife Natalie and Brandon Volz and wife Sydney; 
and 3 great grandchildren, Vail Volz, Miles Volz and Brexley Volz.

She was also preceded in death by her parents, 8 brothers, Wilber, 
John William, Ronald, Dale, Argel, Harold, Charles and Darrell Tanner 
and 4 sisters, Alice Davenport, Mary Turner, Lucille Frazier and Dorothy
 Judy.

Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Friday at 
the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Thursday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.

The family suggests memorials to the Cathedral of Our Lady of 
Guadalupe or Hospice of the Prairie both in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Betty M. Volz, 94, died Sunday, March 6, 2022, at Reflections Living of Dodge City.She was born December 1, 1927, at Wamego, Kansas, the daughter of 
Clarence Albert and Clara (McKown) Tanner.&nbsp; She moved to Dodge City in 
August 1946 from Wamego, and from 1946 to 1957 worked as a billing clerk
 for Kansas Power and Light.&nbsp; On November 8, 1952, she married William 
“Bill” Volz at St. Mary, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on October 
10, 2012.She was a member of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe and Altar Society in Dodge City as well as numerous card clubs.Survivors include: her son, Tim Volz and wife Jackie, Dodge City; her
 daughter, Tama Hanson and husband Lynn, Pawnee Rock; 4 grandchildren, 
Kylie Keller and husband Kevin, Brooks Hanson and fiancé Meghann 
Winkler, Dustin Volz and wife Natalie and Brandon Volz and wife Sydney; 
and 3 great grandchildren, Vail Volz, Miles Volz and Brexley Volz.She was also preceded in death by her parents, 8 brothers, Wilber, 
John William, Ronald, Dale, Argel, Harold, Charles and Darrell Tanner 
and 4 sisters, Alice Davenport, Mary Turner, Lucille Frazier and Dorothy
 Judy.Vigil service will be at 7:00 pm Thursday, March 10, 2022, at Ziegler 
Funeral Chapel, Dodge City.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am Friday at 
the Cathedral of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Fr. Rudin Din presiding.&nbsp; 
Burial will follow in Greencrest Memorial Gardens, Dodge City.&nbsp; 
Visitation will be Thursday from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm at Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel.The family suggests memorials to the Cathedral of Our Lady of 
Guadalupe or Hospice of the Prairie both in care of Ziegler Funeral 
Chapel, 1901 N. 14th Ave., Dodge City, Kansas 67801.&nbsp;

Betty M. Volz

Aiken, SC – Funeral Services for Mr. Warren L. Kurtze, 78, who entered into rest March 1, 2022, will be conducted Saturday morning, March 5th, at 11 o’clock at Aiken Ward building of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place Tuesday morning, March 8th, at 11 o’clock in the Fort Riley Post Cemetery, Fort Riley, KS. Mr. Kurtze was born January 20, 1944 in Junction City, KS, to the late Warren Leonard Kurtze and Dorothy Mae Gaston Kurtze. He was a former resident of Cotopaxi, CO and Brevard, NC, having made Aiken, SC his home for the past six months. Mr. Kurtze was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the Federal Aviation Administration with 35 years of service. During his career with the F.A.A., he was recruited by the Secret Service on a special assignment at Camp David assisting the President of the United States. He was a true patriot who was proud to serve his country. Following his retirement, Mr. Kurtze taught high school psychology for three years. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was known for having a servant’s heart. Mr. Kurtze extended his Christ-like love toward everyone he met, continually searching for ways to help others in need and always do so anonymously. One of his greatest passions was genealogy and researching his family heritage. He also, ministered to prisoners and along with his wife, served two missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Columbia, SC and Brevard, NC. Mr. Kurtze adored his family and enjoyed every moment he spent with them. He was married to his wife, Kay L. Kurtze, for eleven years. As an expression of his love, he gave his sweetheart flowers every month of their marriage without fail. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Kurtze. Survivors include his wife, Kay L. Kurtze; a daughter, Tina (Dan) Flathery; a son, Matthew Kurtze; three step-daughters, Heather (Dan) Chambless, April (Steve) Fanning and Hillery (Gregory) Still; two grandchildren, Jake Flathery and Alan Kurtze; ten step-grandchildren, Taylor Chambless, Jacob Chambless Gracen Chambless, Caleb Chambless, Griffin Fanning, Owen Fanning, Kaylee Fanning, McKay Fanning, Logan Hutto and Reagan Still. Pallbearers will be Mark Day, David Johnson, Dan Chambless, Greg Still, Steve Fanning, Dan Flathery, Jake Flathery and Daniel Feinauer. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, www.t2t.org

Aiken, SC – Funeral Services for Mr. Warren L. Kurtze, 78, who entered into rest March 1, 2022, will be conducted Saturday morning, March 5th, at 11 o’clock at Aiken Ward building of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service. Interment will take place Tuesday morning, March 8th, at 11 o’clock in the Fort Riley Post Cemetery, Fort Riley, KS. Mr. Kurtze was born January 20, 1944 in Junction City, KS, to the late Warren Leonard Kurtze and Dorothy Mae Gaston Kurtze. He was a former resident of Cotopaxi, CO and Brevard, NC, having made Aiken, SC his home for the past six months. Mr. Kurtze was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from the Federal Aviation Administration with 35 years of service. During his career with the F.A.A., he was recruited by the Secret Service on a special assignment at Camp David assisting the President of the United States. He was a true patriot who was proud to serve his country. Following his retirement, Mr. Kurtze taught high school psychology for three years. He was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and was known for having a servant’s heart. Mr. Kurtze extended his Christ-like love toward everyone he met, continually searching for ways to help others in need and always do so anonymously. One of his greatest passions was genealogy and researching his family heritage. He also, ministered to prisoners and along with his wife, served two missions for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Columbia, SC and Brevard, NC. Mr. Kurtze adored his family and enjoyed every moment he spent with them. He was married to his wife, Kay L. Kurtze, for eleven years. As an expression of his love, he gave his sweetheart flowers every month of their marriage without fail. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Michael Kurtze. Survivors include his wife, Kay L. Kurtze; a daughter, Tina (Dan) Flathery; a son, Matthew Kurtze; three step-daughters, Heather (Dan) Chambless, April (Steve) Fanning and Hillery (Gregory) Still; two grandchildren, Jake Flathery and Alan Kurtze; ten step-grandchildren, Taylor Chambless, Jacob Chambless Gracen Chambless, Caleb Chambless, Griffin Fanning, Owen Fanning, Kaylee Fanning, McKay Fanning, Logan Hutto and Reagan Still. Pallbearers will be Mark Day, David Johnson, Dan Chambless, Greg Still, Steve Fanning, Dan Flathery, Jake Flathery and Daniel Feinauer. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Tunnels to Towers Foundation, www.t2t.org

Warren L. Kurtze

Debbie Ann "Deb" Scott, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022 at her residence. A graveside service will take place 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. A visitation will take place 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Debbie was born January 17, 1960, in Germany the daughter of Lee E. and Erika (Wittor) Jenkins. Debbie worked for McCall Pattern Factory in Manhattan, KS, Salvation Army in Junction City and the Russell Stover Candy Factory in Abilene, KS. Her last career was working for Kansas State University in the Agronomy Department. She married William S. "Bill" Scott on May, 30, 2003 in Junction City, KS. Survivors include her husband Bill of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Heather Hayes of Lake Havasu City, AZ; her mother, Erika Lopez of Junction City, KS; one brother, Randy Jenkins of Salina, KS; one sister, Connie Lott of Minneapolis, KS; two grandchildren and her puppy Bella. She was preceded in death by her father Lee Jenkins.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Debbie Ann "Deb" Scott, 62, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Friday, March 4, 2022 at her residence. A graveside service will take place 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. A visitation will take place 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. prior to the graveside service at Johnson Funeral Home. Debbie was born January 17, 1960, in Germany the daughter of Lee E. and Erika (Wittor) Jenkins. Debbie worked for McCall Pattern Factory in Manhattan, KS, Salvation Army in Junction City and the Russell Stover Candy Factory in Abilene, KS. Her last career was working for Kansas State University in the Agronomy Department. She married William S. "Bill" Scott on May, 30, 2003 in Junction City, KS. Survivors include her husband Bill of Junction City, KS; one daughter, Heather Hayes of Lake Havasu City, AZ; her mother, Erika Lopez of Junction City, KS; one brother, Randy Jenkins of Salina, KS; one sister, Connie Lott of Minneapolis, KS; two grandchildren and her puppy Bella. She was preceded in death by her father Lee Jenkins.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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