John Rodney Sutton, age 44 of Topeka, passed away after an extended illness at the UKH St. Francis Medical Center in Topeka.

He was born on February 23, 1978 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Francis and JoAnne Marie (Holten) Sutton.

On August 1, 2000 in Manhattan, he married Marcie Anne Hagenmaier.&nbsp; She survives of the home.

John worked at the Wichita Greyhound Park until its closing, in various capacities, starting at the bottom and working his way up to better positions.&nbsp; He then started working as a customer service representative and technician for One Call Concepts.&nbsp; In 2009, he had kidney failure, receiving a transplant in 2013.&nbsp; He later moved to Topeka.&nbsp; John loved spending time with his family and taking his kids to practices and games.&nbsp; He was excellent at cooking and drawing.&nbsp; When he wasn’t able to get around as well, he enjoyed watching YouTube and TikTok videos.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by one his children, Riley John Sutton and Madeline Ann-Louise Sutton, both of Topeka; his father, Francis Sutton of Kansas City, Kansas; his siblings, Eligia Morales, Amber Lopez-Guzman and Francis Sutton, Jr., all of Kansas City, Kansas; his father-in-law, Frank Hagenmaier of Randolph; his step-dad, Chet Stone of Kingston, Missouri; his dog, Jack Jack and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, JoAnne Stone and his mother-in-law, Marita Hagenmaier.

A Prayer Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2022&nbsp;at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the John Sutton Memorial Fund to go towards his children’s education fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

John Rodney Sutton, age 44 of Topeka, passed away after an extended illness at the UKH St. Francis Medical Center in Topeka.He was born on February 23, 1978 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Francis and JoAnne Marie (Holten) Sutton.On August 1, 2000 in Manhattan, he married Marcie Anne Hagenmaier.&nbsp; She survives of the home.John worked at the Wichita Greyhound Park until its closing, in various capacities, starting at the bottom and working his way up to better positions.&nbsp; He then started working as a customer service representative and technician for One Call Concepts.&nbsp; In 2009, he had kidney failure, receiving a transplant in 2013.&nbsp; He later moved to Topeka.&nbsp; John loved spending time with his family and taking his kids to practices and games.&nbsp; He was excellent at cooking and drawing.&nbsp; When he wasn’t able to get around as well, he enjoyed watching YouTube and TikTok videos.In addition to his wife, he is survived by one his children, Riley John Sutton and Madeline Ann-Louise Sutton, both of Topeka; his father, Francis Sutton of Kansas City, Kansas; his siblings, Eligia Morales, Amber Lopez-Guzman and Francis Sutton, Jr., all of Kansas City, Kansas; his father-in-law, Frank Hagenmaier of Randolph; his step-dad, Chet Stone of Kingston, Missouri; his dog, Jack Jack and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends.He was preceded in death by his mother, JoAnne Stone and his mother-in-law, Marita Hagenmaier.A Prayer Vigil will be held at 7:00 p.m. Monday, March 7, 2022 at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church.&nbsp; The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be held&nbsp;at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 8, 2022&nbsp;at the Seven Dolors Catholic Church with Father Frank Coady as Celebrant.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Randolph Fancy Creek Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the John Sutton Memorial Fund to go towards his children’s education fund. Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

John Rodney Sutton

On February 26th, 2022, Patricia Lynn Holly, age 73, of Humboldt, Arizona, passed away after a month long battle with Covid-related pneumonia. She went peacefully with her loving family at her side.

Patricia was born the daughter of Jim and Mary Wiggins on September 24th, 1948, in Marysville, KS. She graduated in the Class of 1966 from Marysville High School and then was married to Gary Holly of Blue Rapids, KS on June 12th, 1966. They remained best friends and lovers until the day she died. She and her husband were a perfect example of what a happy marriage should be. They taught their children and grandchildren the value of honesty, integrity, and the importance of a loving and supportive family.

She most recently worked in the cafeteria at the high school in Fairbury, NE and spoke often of how much fun she had with the ladies that worked there. Patricia enjoyed camping, painting, kayaking, crafts, Arizona sunsets and spending time with her family. Her spark and her laughter will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Patricia is survived by her beloved husband Gary, two sons David and Brett, daughter Lisa Dickson, sisters Marilyn Oehm and Barbara Seematter, 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her sister Genie Lamb and her parents.

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

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at&nbsp;Church of Christ in Marysville. &nbsp;Burial will be at the Marysville City Cemetery.

On February 26th, 2022, Patricia Lynn Holly, age 73, of Humboldt, Arizona, passed away after a month long battle with Covid-related pneumonia. She went peacefully with her loving family at her side.Patricia was born the daughter of Jim and Mary Wiggins on September 24th, 1948, in Marysville, KS. She graduated in the Class of 1966 from Marysville High School and then was married to Gary Holly of Blue Rapids, KS on June 12th, 1966. They remained best friends and lovers until the day she died. She and her husband were a perfect example of what a happy marriage should be. They taught their children and grandchildren the value of honesty, integrity, and the importance of a loving and supportive family.She most recently worked in the cafeteria at the high school in Fairbury, NE and spoke often of how much fun she had with the ladies that worked there. Patricia enjoyed camping, painting, kayaking, crafts, Arizona sunsets and spending time with her family. Her spark and her laughter will be greatly missed by all who knew her.Patricia is survived by her beloved husband Gary, two sons David and Brett, daughter Lisa Dickson, sisters Marilyn Oehm and Barbara Seematter, 8 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her sister Genie Lamb and her parents.Memorials are suggested to the Marysville Church of Christ&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Bpx,61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am, on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at&nbsp;Church of Christ in Marysville. &nbsp;Burial will be at the Marysville City Cemetery.

Patricia Lynn Holly

Delores N. Dunn, 84, of Clay Center, died on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on July 21, 1937 in McCook, Nebraska, the daughter of Alfred and Iris (Clouse) Brown.

Delores grew up in Rutledge, Missouri and graduated from Baring High School.&nbsp; She attended business school at the University of Nebraska-Omaha and worked as a bookkeeper for the John Deere dealership in Memphis, Missouri.&nbsp; On February 2, 1957, Delores married Ronald Dunn.&nbsp; The couple farmed in the Idana, Kansas area for many years.&nbsp;

Delores was a member of the Idana First Presbyterian Church, E.H.U. and was a girls softball coach.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jimmy Brown.

Daughter: Teresa and husband, Tony Duell of Defuniak Springs, Florida

Daughter: Diane and husband, Bob Nash of Clay Center, Kansas

6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren

Sister: Margaret Balfour of Clay Center, Kansas

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Idana First Presbyterian Church in Idana, Kansas.

Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.

Visitation will be held from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Idana First Presbyterian Church or to the Clay Center Utility Park and Zoo c/o funeral home.

Delores N. Dunn, 84, of Clay Center, died on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the Clay County Medical Center. &nbsp;&nbsp;She was born on July 21, 1937 in McCook, Nebraska, the daughter of Alfred and Iris (Clouse) Brown.Delores grew up in Rutledge, Missouri and graduated from Baring High School.&nbsp; She attended business school at the University of Nebraska-Omaha and worked as a bookkeeper for the John Deere dealership in Memphis, Missouri.&nbsp; On February 2, 1957, Delores married Ronald Dunn.&nbsp; The couple farmed in the Idana, Kansas area for many years.&nbsp;Delores was a member of the Idana First Presbyterian Church, E.H.U. and was a girls softball coach.She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jimmy Brown.Survivors:Husband: Ronald of Clay Center, KansasSon: Jeff Dunn of Idana, KansasSon: Rick Dunn of Abilene, KansasSon: Tom Dunn of Clay Center, KansasDaughter: Teresa and husband, Tony Duell of Defuniak Springs, FloridaDaughter: Diane and husband, Bob Nash of Clay Center, Kansas6 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildrenSister: Margaret Balfour of Clay Center, KansasFuneral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Idana First Presbyterian Church in Idana, Kansas.Interment will be in the Greenwood Cemetery, Clay Center, Kansas.Visitation will be held from 3-7 p.m. Thursday, March 10, 2022 at the Neill-Schwensen-Rook Funeral Home, Clay Center, Kansas.Memorial contributions may be made to the Idana First Presbyterian Church or to the Clay Center Utility Park and Zoo c/o funeral home.

Delores N. Dunn

Eunice Carolyn Pryor was born July 31, 1932, in rural Elmo, Kansas, the daughter of William and Clara (Reiff) Barten and departed this life March 4, 2022, in Abilene, Kansas. She grew up in the Elmo area, attended Morley School District 48l and graduated DCCHS with the class of 1950. Following graduation she attended Brown Mackie School of Business in Salina, Kansas.

On August 3, 1952, she was united in marriage with Wayne Pryor at the New Basel Evangelical and Reformed Church, Elmo. They lived and farmed south of Abilene until moving to town in the spring of 2001. Outside the home, Eunice worked full-time as a secretary in the law offices of Romine, Lehman and Guilfoyle. After retiring as a legal secretary, she began working part-time for Brown Memorial Foundation. 

Eunice and Wayne were blessed with five children, Douglas, Janet, Thaine, Patti and Ronald. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and caregiver, and dearly loved by her family. Survivors include her children, Doug Pryor (Charlotte) of Abilene, Kansas, Janet Chamberlin (Kenny) of Abilene, Kansas, Thaine Pryor (Kristie) of Overbrook, Kansas, Patti Zielke (Jim) of Weddington, North Carolina, and Ron Pryor (Samantha Kenner) of Abilene, Kansas; grandchildren, Suzann Pryor, Kyle Chamberlin, Alexis Michel (RJ), Brooke Hiatt (Chris), Cassie Bugner (Thomas), Jordan Nelsen (Brent), Drew Zielke, Caroline Zielke, Dallas Pryor, Kiersten Hamit (Brenden), Wyatt Pryor and Misrachael Bush; great grandchildren, Emmy Gfeller, Brayden, Blaine, Blake and Brody Michel, Caroline and Mabel Hiatt, Reagan Bugner, Elliana, Amelia and Annalise Nelsen, Bryson and Emmaline Hamit; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, her parents, brother and sister-in-law, Lowell and June Barten, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Larry Shetter.

Throughout her years on the farm, she enjoyed spending time in her large vegetable garden, harvesting and canning or freezing the produce to provide for her family year around. She could often be found stemming beans or shelling peas while watching one of her children’s baseball or softball games. She also enjoyed playing the piano and organ, sewing, cake decorating, and playing board games with family and pinochle with friends. She loved attending her children's and grandchildren’s school activities, concerts and athletic events. Although limited, Eunice enjoyed traveling. One highlight was a trip to Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Austria in 2006 with her daughters and a grandson. Another was celebrating her 80th birthday in Branson, Missouri, with her family.

Eunice was a lifelong member of New Basel Church, serving in several positions on church council, as well as leading senior youth group and helping with HIS Club. Throughout her life, she loved music, singing in the church choir, and directing the adult and youth choirs. She also enjoyed singing with the Abilene Sweet Adelines for many years. She was an active member of the Dickinson County Republican Women, a Charter Member of the Republican National Committee and a Charter Member of the Eisenhower Legacy Society. Eunice truly had a servant’s heart, serving as a 4-H leader for the Newbern Wideawakes 4-H Club and volunteering with the Dickinson County Historical Society, Memorial Health System Volunteer Corps, and Dickinson County Hospice. She was a regular donor at the American Red Cross.

Visitation with family will be Friday, March 11, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home. The memorial service will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at New Basel Church. Interment will be in New Basel Cemetery immediately following the service. Memorial donations may be made to New Basel Church or the Irish Foundation, c/o Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eunice Carolyn Pryor was born July 31, 1932, in rural Elmo, Kansas, the daughter of William and Clara (Reiff) Barten and departed this life March 4, 2022, in Abilene, Kansas. She grew up in the Elmo area, attended Morley School District 48l and graduated DCCHS with the class of 1950. Following graduation she attended Brown Mackie School of Business in Salina, Kansas. On August 3, 1952, she was united in marriage with Wayne Pryor at the New Basel Evangelical and Reformed Church, Elmo. They lived and farmed south of Abilene until moving to town in the spring of 2001. Outside the home, Eunice worked full-time as a secretary in the law offices of Romine, Lehman and Guilfoyle. After retiring as a legal secretary, she began working part-time for Brown Memorial Foundation. Eunice and Wayne were blessed with five children, Douglas, Janet, Thaine, Patti and Ronald. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and caregiver, and dearly loved by her family. Survivors include her children, Doug Pryor (Charlotte) of Abilene, Kansas, Janet Chamberlin (Kenny) of Abilene, Kansas, Thaine Pryor (Kristie) of Overbrook, Kansas, Patti Zielke (Jim) of Weddington, North Carolina, and Ron Pryor (Samantha Kenner) of Abilene, Kansas; grandchildren, Suzann Pryor, Kyle Chamberlin, Alexis Michel (RJ), Brooke Hiatt (Chris), Cassie Bugner (Thomas), Jordan Nelsen (Brent), Drew Zielke, Caroline Zielke, Dallas Pryor, Kiersten Hamit (Brenden), Wyatt Pryor and Misrachael Bush; great grandchildren, Emmy Gfeller, Brayden, Blaine, Blake and Brody Michel, Caroline and Mabel Hiatt, Reagan Bugner, Elliana, Amelia and Annalise Nelsen, Bryson and Emmaline Hamit; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, her parents, brother and sister-in-law, Lowell and June Barten, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Evelyn and Larry Shetter. Throughout her years on the farm, she enjoyed spending time in her large vegetable garden, harvesting and canning or freezing the produce to provide for her family year around. She could often be found stemming beans or shelling peas while watching one of her children’s baseball or softball games. She also enjoyed playing the piano and organ, sewing, cake decorating, and playing board games with family and pinochle with friends. She loved attending her children's and grandchildren’s school activities, concerts and athletic events. Although limited, Eunice enjoyed traveling. One highlight was a trip to Germany, Switzerland, Italy and Austria in 2006 with her daughters and a grandson. Another was celebrating her 80th birthday in Branson, Missouri, with her family. Eunice was a lifelong member of New Basel Church, serving in several positions on church council, as well as leading senior youth group and helping with HIS Club. Throughout her life, she loved music, singing in the church choir, and directing the adult and youth choirs. She also enjoyed singing with the Abilene Sweet Adelines for many years. She was an active member of the Dickinson County Republican Women, a Charter Member of the Republican National Committee and a Charter Member of the Eisenhower Legacy Society. Eunice truly had a servant’s heart, serving as a 4-H leader for the Newbern Wideawakes 4-H Club and volunteering with the Dickinson County Historical Society, Memorial Health System Volunteer Corps, and Dickinson County Hospice. She was a regular donor at the American Red Cross. Visitation with family will be Friday, March 11, 2022, from 5-7 p.m. at Martin Becker Carlson Funeral Home. The memorial service will be Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at New Basel Church. Interment will be in New Basel Cemetery immediately following the service. Memorial donations may be made to New Basel Church or the Irish Foundation, c/o Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW Third St., Abilene, KS 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Eunice Carolyn Pryor 

Verl Eckman peacefully passed from this life February 27, 2022 at Village Manor, Abilene, Kansas. He was born to Thomas Jefferson “T.J” and Dorothy “Dot” (Frohardt) Eckman on August 4, 1931 in Abilene, Kansas. Verl was raised in rural Dickinson County and attended Talmage schools until he and his parents moved to Abilene in 1941. He graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1949. Verl was inducted into the service of the United States Army August 29, 1952 at Camp Crowder, in Missouri. He spent one year of his service with the 278th IRCT at Keflavik, Iceland. Active tour of duty ended August 30, 1954. On January 7, 1953, in Westfall, Kansas, Verl was united in marriage to Betty Carr. To this union were born four daughters and one son. Verl and Betty were blessed to spend sixty nine years together. He worked as a carpenter for Builders Incorporated in Wichita, Kansas and then was employed as a shipping clerk at Boeing Aircraft for seventeen years. When he relocated his family back to Abilene, he worked as a shipping clerk at CE Raymond/ABB Preheater, Inc. at Enterprise, Kansas for 25 years. Verl was a member of the Abilene First United Methodist Church, where he served as an usher at the early service, and was a member of the Crusaders Sunday School class. During his retirement years he and Betty enjoyed traveling - Seattle, Washington, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, just to name a few. Highlight trips: McKinney, Texas and Table Rock Lake, Missouri. Verl was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter Jeannette. Left to celebrate his life are his wife Betty, of the home; daughters: Annette (Paul) Huiett of Salina, Merrie Bruns of Buckeye, Arizona, Joyce (Doug) McKinney of Beloit; son Steve (Kathy) Eckman of Shawnee; grandchildren: Jayme (Roy) Hamilton, Phil (Kathleen) McKinney, Leann McKinney and fiancé Luke Schreefer, Mackenzie Eckman and special friend Shane Millard, Megan (Jacob) Webb; great-grandchildren: Kylie and Braedon. Services will be 10:00 am Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church in Abilene with Reverend John Collins officiating. Graveside services for Verl will be at 2:30 pm Wednesday at the Beverly Cemetery, Beverly, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice, Village Manor, or Abilene First United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Verl Eckman peacefully passed from this life February 27, 2022 at Village Manor, Abilene, Kansas. He was born to Thomas Jefferson “T.J” and Dorothy “Dot” (Frohardt) Eckman on August 4, 1931 in Abilene, Kansas. Verl was raised in rural Dickinson County and attended Talmage schools until he and his parents moved to Abilene in 1941. He graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1949. Verl was inducted into the service of the United States Army August 29, 1952 at Camp Crowder, in Missouri. He spent one year of his service with the 278th IRCT at Keflavik, Iceland. Active tour of duty ended August 30, 1954. On January 7, 1953, in Westfall, Kansas, Verl was united in marriage to Betty Carr. To this union were born four daughters and one son. Verl and Betty were blessed to spend sixty nine years together. He worked as a carpenter for Builders Incorporated in Wichita, Kansas and then was employed as a shipping clerk at Boeing Aircraft for seventeen years. When he relocated his family back to Abilene, he worked as a shipping clerk at CE Raymond/ABB Preheater, Inc. at Enterprise, Kansas for 25 years. Verl was a member of the Abilene First United Methodist Church, where he served as an usher at the early service, and was a member of the Crusaders Sunday School class. During his retirement years he and Betty enjoyed traveling - Seattle, Washington, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, just to name a few. Highlight trips: McKinney, Texas and Table Rock Lake, Missouri. Verl was preceded in death by his parents, and daughter Jeannette. Left to celebrate his life are his wife Betty, of the home; daughters: Annette (Paul) Huiett of Salina, Merrie Bruns of Buckeye, Arizona, Joyce (Doug) McKinney of Beloit; son Steve (Kathy) Eckman of Shawnee; grandchildren: Jayme (Roy) Hamilton, Phil (Kathleen) McKinney, Leann McKinney and fiancé Luke Schreefer, Mackenzie Eckman and special friend Shane Millard, Megan (Jacob) Webb; great-grandchildren: Kylie and Braedon. Services will be 10:00 am Wednesday, March 9, 2022 at the First United Methodist Church in Abilene with Reverend John Collins officiating. Graveside services for Verl will be at 2:30 pm Wednesday at the Beverly Cemetery, Beverly, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Dickinson County Home Health and Hospice, Village Manor, or Abilene First United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home, 501 N. Buckeye, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Verl Eckman - August 4th, 1931 - February 27th, 2022

Evelyn A. Benedict was born December 21, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri the daughter of Raymond J. and Opal Nadine (Gifford) Meyers. She passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the Herington Hospital in Herington. She was a homemaker and enjoyed puzzles, crocheting, and baking, but she loved spending time with her family. She married Lucien “Bud” Feltner. He preceded her in death. She then married Frederick Benedict. He also preceded her in death. Evelyn is survived by her children Richard Cook and his wife Brenda, Deborah Farrell, Steven Cook, Tina Marfise and her husband Mike, 12 grandchildren, 32 grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren. Funeral services for Evelyn will be 11:00 am Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Newcomer’s Floral Hills Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Evelyn A. Benedict was born December 21, 1939 in Kansas City, Missouri the daughter of Raymond J. and Opal Nadine (Gifford) Meyers. She passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022 at the Herington Hospital in Herington. She was a homemaker and enjoyed puzzles, crocheting, and baking, but she loved spending time with her family. She married Lucien “Bud” Feltner. He preceded her in death. She then married Frederick Benedict. He also preceded her in death. Evelyn is survived by her children Richard Cook and his wife Brenda, Deborah Farrell, Steven Cook, Tina Marfise and her husband Mike, 12 grandchildren, 32 grandchildren, and 10 great great grandchildren. Funeral services for Evelyn will be 11:00 am Friday, March 11, 2022 at the Newcomer’s Floral Hills Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Evelyn A. Benedict

Leon Jay Coup was born June 20, 1934, in Hope, Kansas the son of Jesse James and Edith Pearl (Morehouse) Coup. He attended Hope schools graduating from Hope High School in 1952. He received his bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and a degree from the Graduate School of Banking in Wisconsin. On October 8, 1966, he was united in marriage to Karen Ingrid Schuenemann in Hope. Leon worked for Boeing Aircraft and later was the co-owner of the First National Bank and the Coup Insurance Agency in Hope and Herington. He was a lifetime active member of the Hope United Methodist Church, the Hope Lions Club for 62 years, served on the boards of the Hope Community/Education Endowment Association, Hope Community Historical Association, Dickinson County Historical Association, Herington Lutheran Home, USD 481 School Board, and Dickinson County Crime Stoppers. Leon served several terms in Hope as Mayor and as a City Council Member, served as a volunteer firefighter for 50 years, and delivered Meals on Wheels for many years. He was instrumental in establishing the Hope Community Historical Museum, the Hope First National Bank Annex and Community Building, and the Hope Community Education Endowment Association. This is not a comprehensive list of all the contributions Leon made to Hope, his community. He was never one to broadcast his work, but everyone who knew him will agree he selflessly dedicated his life to his community and the people in it. He is survived by two children, son Gary Coup (wife Amy) and daughter Kristie Coup both of Herington, Kansas, three grandchildren, Carina Coup (wife Patricia) of New Mexico, Makayla Coup and Brett Coup, both of Manhattan, brother Dan Coup (wife Pat) of Hope, sister Ardys Eaton of North Carolina, nine nieces and nephews, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen, his brother Ross D. Coup, and brother-in-law Joel Eaton. Services for Leon will be Wednesday, March 9 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hope City Cemetery with Tim Clevenger officiating. A reception hosted by the Hope United Methodist Church will follow at the Hope First National Bank Annex and Community Building. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hope Community Historical Association or to the Hope Community Educational Endowment Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leon Jay Coup was born June 20, 1934, in Hope, Kansas the son of Jesse James and Edith Pearl (Morehouse) Coup. He attended Hope schools graduating from Hope High School in 1952. He received his bachelor’s degree from Kansas State University and a degree from the Graduate School of Banking in Wisconsin. On October 8, 1966, he was united in marriage to Karen Ingrid Schuenemann in Hope. Leon worked for Boeing Aircraft and later was the co-owner of the First National Bank and the Coup Insurance Agency in Hope and Herington. He was a lifetime active member of the Hope United Methodist Church, the Hope Lions Club for 62 years, served on the boards of the Hope Community/Education Endowment Association, Hope Community Historical Association, Dickinson County Historical Association, Herington Lutheran Home, USD 481 School Board, and Dickinson County Crime Stoppers. Leon served several terms in Hope as Mayor and as a City Council Member, served as a volunteer firefighter for 50 years, and delivered Meals on Wheels for many years. He was instrumental in establishing the Hope Community Historical Museum, the Hope First National Bank Annex and Community Building, and the Hope Community Education Endowment Association. This is not a comprehensive list of all the contributions Leon made to Hope, his community. He was never one to broadcast his work, but everyone who knew him will agree he selflessly dedicated his life to his community and the people in it. He is survived by two children, son Gary Coup (wife Amy) and daughter Kristie Coup both of Herington, Kansas, three grandchildren, Carina Coup (wife Patricia) of New Mexico, Makayla Coup and Brett Coup, both of Manhattan, brother Dan Coup (wife Pat) of Hope, sister Ardys Eaton of North Carolina, nine nieces and nephews, and several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Karen, his brother Ross D. Coup, and brother-in-law Joel Eaton. Services for Leon will be Wednesday, March 9 at 2:00 p.m. at the Hope City Cemetery with Tim Clevenger officiating. A reception hosted by the Hope United Methodist Church will follow at the Hope First National Bank Annex and Community Building. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hope Community Historical Association or to the Hope Community Educational Endowment Association and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Leon Jay Coup 

Linda Lee McClung, 79, passed away on March 1, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society-Valley Vista in Wamego, Kansas. The daughter of Bob and Gladys Hooton, Linda was born on June 18, 1942, in Niles, Michigan. She spent her infant through early grade school years in the small resort village of Hudson Lake, Indiana. Her father’s work as a successful salesman for Jewel Tea Company brought the family to Illinois and finally to Missouri. Linda excelled in music and art. Following her high school graduation, Linda was hired by Hallmark Cards, Inc. She worked in the Hallmark Lithography Department in Kansas City, Missouri. It was during this time, she met her first husband, Delbert D. Taylor. They moved with their newborn son Scott to Manhattan, Kansas in 1965. Their second child Rashelle was born in 1968 in Manhattan. After a divorce, Linda met her second husband Jim McClung while square dancing. Jimmy passed away from cancer in 2005. Linda’s adult life was centered around art, writing, dancing, music, theater, travel, and enjoying her children and grandchildren. She participated in numerous social groups. She was a member of American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary and Dance Club 2000. At Riley County Senior Service Center, she helped with Meals on Wheels and led a memoir writing group for many years. She published her memoirs, From My Perspective and continued writing until her passing. She was an active member of Sedalia Community Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Gladys Hooton and her husband, Jim McClung. She is survived by her loving companion Donald L. Zehr, Sr.; her children, Scott Taylor (Lynn) of Grovetown, Georgia, and her daughter Rashelle Dillon (Joe) of Manhattan; her siblings, Russell Hooton (Sandra), William “Bill” Hooton (Shelley), Randall Hooton (Sharon) and sister Kathy Edwards. Her beloved grandchildren are Amanda Reader (Andrew) of Lafayette, Indiana, Danielle Dillon and Noah Dillon of Manhattan, and step-grandchildren, Jessica Porter (Kevin) and their children, Linda’s step-great-grandchildren: Clayton, Bradley, and Alexandria “Lexi”, and Brandon Pope (Marissa). She also leaves behind many dear friends who remember her for her laughter, steady hand, and joy of life. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Linda asked that memorials be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas, 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda Lee McClung, 79, passed away on March 1, 2022, at Good Samaritan Society-Valley Vista in Wamego, Kansas. The daughter of Bob and Gladys Hooton, Linda was born on June 18, 1942, in Niles, Michigan. She spent her infant through early grade school years in the small resort village of Hudson Lake, Indiana. Her father’s work as a successful salesman for Jewel Tea Company brought the family to Illinois and finally to Missouri. Linda excelled in music and art. Following her high school graduation, Linda was hired by Hallmark Cards, Inc. She worked in the Hallmark Lithography Department in Kansas City, Missouri. It was during this time, she met her first husband, Delbert D. Taylor. They moved with their newborn son Scott to Manhattan, Kansas in 1965. Their second child Rashelle was born in 1968 in Manhattan. After a divorce, Linda met her second husband Jim McClung while square dancing. Jimmy passed away from cancer in 2005. Linda’s adult life was centered around art, writing, dancing, music, theater, travel, and enjoying her children and grandchildren. She participated in numerous social groups. She was a member of American Legion Post 17 Auxiliary and Dance Club 2000. At Riley County Senior Service Center, she helped with Meals on Wheels and led a memoir writing group for many years. She published her memoirs, From My Perspective and continued writing until her passing. She was an active member of Sedalia Community Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Gladys Hooton and her husband, Jim McClung. She is survived by her loving companion Donald L. Zehr, Sr.; her children, Scott Taylor (Lynn) of Grovetown, Georgia, and her daughter Rashelle Dillon (Joe) of Manhattan; her siblings, Russell Hooton (Sandra), William “Bill” Hooton (Shelley), Randall Hooton (Sharon) and sister Kathy Edwards. Her beloved grandchildren are Amanda Reader (Andrew) of Lafayette, Indiana, Danielle Dillon and Noah Dillon of Manhattan, and step-grandchildren, Jessica Porter (Kevin) and their children, Linda’s step-great-grandchildren: Clayton, Bradley, and Alexandria “Lexi”, and Brandon Pope (Marissa). She also leaves behind many dear friends who remember her for her laughter, steady hand, and joy of life. A memorial service will be planned at a later date. Linda asked that memorials be sent to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas, 66502, is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Linda Lee McClung

Kenny was born July 28, 1964, in Denver Colorado, to Warren and Martha Farrington. Kenny graduated from Hoisington High School. He attended Manhattan Area Vo-Tech School and Kansas State University. He was married to Susie Wilkinson and together they had a daughter, Abby. They were later divorced. Kenny was a fan of K-State sports and the Kansas City Chiefs. He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha, and his step-mother, Kathy. He is survived by his daughter, Abby, Topeka; his father, Warren, Hoisington; sister, Michelle, Florida, and brother, Chris, Colorado; aunt, Jane Robinson, Colorado; and cousins and nieces. No services are planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to Northeast Kansas Animal Welfare Foundation, 917 SW Woodbridge Court, Topeka KS 66606 &lt; https://nkawf.org/donate&gt; or sent in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting with cremation arrangements.

Kenny was born July 28, 1964, in Denver Colorado, to Warren and Martha Farrington. Kenny graduated from Hoisington High School. He attended Manhattan Area Vo-Tech School and Kansas State University. He was married to Susie Wilkinson and together they had a daughter, Abby. They were later divorced. Kenny was a fan of K-State sports and the Kansas City Chiefs. He was preceded in death by his mother, Martha, and his step-mother, Kathy. He is survived by his daughter, Abby, Topeka; his father, Warren, Hoisington; sister, Michelle, Florida, and brother, Chris, Colorado; aunt, Jane Robinson, Colorado; and cousins and nieces. No services are planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to Northeast Kansas Animal Welfare Foundation, 917 SW Woodbridge Court, Topeka KS 66606 &lt; https://nkawf.org/donate&gt; or sent in care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting with cremation arrangements.

Kenny Farrington - July 28, 1964 - February 27, 2022

Our honored guest today came into the world as Larry Edward Bluthardt, January 19, 1947. His proud parents were Raymond J. and Geraldine Mae (Crosby) Bluthardt. Ogden, Kansas, was his “hood” and he even attended grade school there. He was part of the graduating class of 1965 at Manhattan High School. He was fortunate that his mom and dad let him join Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts which they volunteered in his every activity. That kept him out of trouble most of the time and he even achieved top rank of Eagle Scout in 1963. As a teenager he was the lead singer and played electric guitar in his own band “The Eighth Wonder”. His parents chaperoned Teen Town in Ogden where Butch danced with all the girls and sang to them those great songs of the 50’s and 60’s. His first job was at Fort Riley Army base as a civilian employee. He joined Riley County Police Department in 1969 and served for 10 years. He then was an instructor at the Police Academy in Hutchinson, KS. The job he enjoyed the most was with the Kansas Department of Education as Transportation School Bus Director which took him all across Kansas training the school bus drivers. He was the founder and promoter of the Horizontal Nystagmus Test (HGN) which is the standard field sobriety test still being used today with police and the Highway Patrol. Larry married Rebecca Kay Berry on March 31, 1969, in Manhattan. They lived in Ogden, Manhattan, Hutchinson and Eureka. They later divorced. Survivors include his two daughters, Jantzie of Manhattan and Amanda of Clay Center; his sister Jeri Swoboda (David) of Dover, DE; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Butch, Blue, Papa Bear, Butchie Boy, enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, antiquing, pulling pranks and telling stories. Anyone that every met Larry left with the laughter, jokes and the feeling that they had just been with Santa Claus. February 28, 2022, Butch’s, 19 year-old grandson Teygan passed away. The very next day, March 1st, Butch met him at the gates of glory. Papa (Butch) and Hot Rod (Teygan) are together, they were loved by all. A Celebration of Butch’s Life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Private inurnment will be at a later date in the Ogden City Cemetery. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jayhawk Area Council of Boy Scouts of America for Eagle Projects. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Our honored guest today came into the world as Larry Edward Bluthardt, January 19, 1947. His proud parents were Raymond J. and Geraldine Mae (Crosby) Bluthardt. Ogden, Kansas, was his “hood” and he even attended grade school there. He was part of the graduating class of 1965 at Manhattan High School. He was fortunate that his mom and dad let him join Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts which they volunteered in his every activity. That kept him out of trouble most of the time and he even achieved top rank of Eagle Scout in 1963. As a teenager he was the lead singer and played electric guitar in his own band “The Eighth Wonder”. His parents chaperoned Teen Town in Ogden where Butch danced with all the girls and sang to them those great songs of the 50’s and 60’s. His first job was at Fort Riley Army base as a civilian employee. He joined Riley County Police Department in 1969 and served for 10 years. He then was an instructor at the Police Academy in Hutchinson, KS. The job he enjoyed the most was with the Kansas Department of Education as Transportation School Bus Director which took him all across Kansas training the school bus drivers. He was the founder and promoter of the Horizontal Nystagmus Test (HGN) which is the standard field sobriety test still being used today with police and the Highway Patrol. Larry married Rebecca Kay Berry on March 31, 1969, in Manhattan. They lived in Ogden, Manhattan, Hutchinson and Eureka. They later divorced. Survivors include his two daughters, Jantzie of Manhattan and Amanda of Clay Center; his sister Jeri Swoboda (David) of Dover, DE; many nieces, nephews and cousins. Butch, Blue, Papa Bear, Butchie Boy, enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping, antiquing, pulling pranks and telling stories. Anyone that every met Larry left with the laughter, jokes and the feeling that they had just been with Santa Claus. February 28, 2022, Butch’s, 19 year-old grandson Teygan passed away. The very next day, March 1st, Butch met him at the gates of glory. Papa (Butch) and Hot Rod (Teygan) are together, they were loved by all. A Celebration of Butch’s Life will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 4th, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel. Private inurnment will be at a later date in the Ogden City Cemetery. Online condolences may be left for the family by clicking on "Send Condolences" on this page. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jayhawk Area Council of Boy Scouts of America for Eagle Projects. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66502.

Larry Edward Bluthardt

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 graduation from Maur Hill Preparatory High School. After high school Tony went to work with his father at Ekarts Automotive. Tony me 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. 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 Larson, 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 at 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 graduation from Maur Hill Preparatory High School. After high school Tony went to work with his father at Ekarts Automotive. Tony me 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. 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 Larson, 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 at 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

MSG (Ret.) Harlan G. Neuberger passed away at 11:55am on March 3, 2022 in Manhattan, KS. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rebecca, daughter Heidi and son Edwin. He was Papa to 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Harlan served this great nation for over 40 years, 22 years in the US Army with multiple overseas tours to include 2 combat tours to Vietnam. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, reading, wood working and coloring. He was a member of the VFW post 7774 for 38 years and served as the commander of the post for 5 years. He has been described as having a gruff exterior but with a twinkle in his eye. He was kind and strong with a unique chuckle matched with a grin only he could pull off. He is preceded by his parents, brother Kenneth and many aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held March 9, 2022 from 6pm to 7:30pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. The funeral will be the morning of March 10, 2022 at St. Thomas More Catholic church at 10:00am followed by grave site service at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery. Lunch will be served following the grave site service at St. Thomas More Catholic church. Memorials can be made to VFW Post 7774, Wakefield, KS. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

MSG (Ret.) Harlan G. Neuberger passed away at 11:55am on March 3, 2022 in Manhattan, KS. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Rebecca, daughter Heidi and son Edwin. He was Papa to 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Harlan served this great nation for over 40 years, 22 years in the US Army with multiple overseas tours to include 2 combat tours to Vietnam. His hobbies included fishing, hunting, reading, wood working and coloring. He was a member of the VFW post 7774 for 38 years and served as the commander of the post for 5 years. He has been described as having a gruff exterior but with a twinkle in his eye. He was kind and strong with a unique chuckle matched with a grin only he could pull off. He is preceded by his parents, brother Kenneth and many aunts and uncles. Visitation will be held March 9, 2022 from 6pm to 7:30pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home. The funeral will be the morning of March 10, 2022 at St. Thomas More Catholic church at 10:00am followed by grave site service at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery. Lunch will be served following the grave site service at St. Thomas More Catholic church. Memorials can be made to VFW Post 7774, Wakefield, KS. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

MSG (Ret.) Harlan G. Neuberger - December 10, 1938 - March 3, 2022

Lela Mae Knipp, 97, of Westmoreland, Kansas, passed away on Saturday (March 5, 2022) at Wellsprings of Westmoreland surrounded by her family.

Born March 10, 1924 in Westmoreland, Kansas, Lela Mae was the daughter of Albert and Selma (Olson) Mayer. She married William J. Knipp on June 4 1951 in Westmoreland, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 3, 1994.

Lela Mae was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland and the United Methodist Women. She was active with many local organizations including, Girl Scouts, Family and Community Education (FCE), American Heart Association, Lilly Rebekah Lodge, American Legion Auxiliary and volunteered and served with many other community groups and organizations.

Lela Mae and her husband Bill owned and operated Knipp’s Hardware in Westmoreland for many years. Before owning the Hardware Store she had been employed by Pottawatomie County Register of Deeds. During her lifetime, she was a homemaker, enjoyed spending time with her family, attending grandkids activities, supporting all community sporting events and was an avid K-State fan having season tickets since 1951. She had been honored as Fan of the Year by the Kansas State basketball program.

Survivors include her three daughters, Deanna Rogers of Lees Summit, MO, Bonnie Taylor of Westmoreland, KS and Sonja Stanley (David) of Bennington, KS; ten grandchildren, Todd White, Tab White (Danielle), Robert Rogers, Jake Taylor, Melissa Phipps, Cameron Stanley, Dustin Stanley (Scout), Ryan Stanley, Chloe Stanley and Ben Stanley; eight great grandchildren, Elle White, Myles White, Olivia White, Alexis White, Braeden Phipps, Eyan Phipps, Peyton Phipps, Jaxson Phipps and a great grandson due in July; and several nieces and nephews.

Lela Mae was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; a brother, Albert “Junior” Mayer Jr.; and a sister, Donna Faye Mayer Hartigan.

Funeral services will be held Saturday morning (March 19, 2022) at 10:30 in the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland with Pastor Laura Burnett officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Westmoreland Cemetery.

Visitation will be Saturday morning (March 19, 2022) from 9:00 until the time of services at the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland.

Memorials may be made to Lela Mae Knipp Girl Scout Adventure Fund, Wellsprings of Westmoreland or the United Methodist Church of Westmoreland and left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Lela Mae Knipp, 97, of Westmoreland, Kansas, passed away on Saturday (March 5, 2022) at Wellsprings of Westmoreland surrounded by her family.Born March 10, 1924 in Westmoreland, Kansas, Lela Mae was the daughter of Albert and Selma (Olson) Mayer. She married William J. Knipp on June 4 1951 in Westmoreland, Kansas.&nbsp; He preceded her in death on August 3, 1994.Lela Mae was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland and the United Methodist Women. She was active with many local organizations including, Girl Scouts, Family and Community Education (FCE), American Heart Association, Lilly Rebekah Lodge, American Legion Auxiliary and volunteered and served with many other community groups and organizations.Lela Mae and her husband Bill owned and operated Knipp’s Hardware in Westmoreland for many years. Before owning the Hardware Store she had been employed by Pottawatomie County Register of Deeds. During her lifetime, she was a homemaker, enjoyed spending time with her family, attending grandkids activities, supporting all community sporting events and was an avid K-State fan having season tickets since 1951. She had been honored as Fan of the Year by the Kansas State basketball program.Survivors include her three daughters, Deanna Rogers of Lees Summit, MO, Bonnie Taylor of Westmoreland, KS and Sonja Stanley (David) of Bennington, KS; ten grandchildren, Todd White, Tab White (Danielle), Robert Rogers, Jake Taylor, Melissa Phipps, Cameron Stanley, Dustin Stanley (Scout), Ryan Stanley, Chloe Stanley and Ben Stanley; eight great grandchildren, Elle White, Myles White, Olivia White, Alexis White, Braeden Phipps, Eyan Phipps, Peyton Phipps, Jaxson Phipps and a great grandson due in July; and several nieces and nephews.Lela Mae was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, William; a brother, Albert “Junior” Mayer Jr.; and a sister, Donna Faye Mayer Hartigan.Funeral services will be held Saturday morning (March 19, 2022) at 10:30 in the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland with Pastor Laura Burnett officiating.&nbsp; Burial will be in the Westmoreland Cemetery.Visitation will be Saturday morning (March 19, 2022) from 9:00 until the time of services at the United Methodist Church in Westmoreland.Memorials may be made to Lela Mae Knipp Girl Scout Adventure Fund, Wellsprings of Westmoreland or the United Methodist Church of Westmoreland and left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547.

Lela Mae Knipp

Henry Joseph Stazenski Jr., 68, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Thursday (March 3, 2022) at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, Texas.

&nbsp;A full obituary will be published in care of the funeral home.

Cremation arrangements are in the care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

Memorials may be made to Wamego American Legion Post #172 or the American Legion Riders and left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

Henry Joseph Stazenski Jr., 68, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Thursday (March 3, 2022) at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston, Texas.&nbsp;A full obituary will be published in care of the funeral home.Cremation arrangements are in the care of the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.Memorials may be made to Wamego American Legion Post #172 or the American Legion Riders and left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

Henry Joseph Stazenski Jr.

Wayne Eugene Blankley, Sr, 77, of Westmoreland, KS, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Via Christi in Manhattan, KS. Wayne was born in Louisville, KS on May 31, 1944, the son of Ephraim and Gladys (Hebrew) Blankley.

He attended Wamego schools and graduated from Wamego High School. Wayne married Nancy Chilcott at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Flush, KS on May 31, 1966. Wayne worked as a truck driver for Coca-Cola, Prockish Trucking, Bayer Construction and Pottawatomie County Road Department. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching their activities. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his son, brothers, and nephews.&nbsp;

He is survived by his four children; Jane (Ron) Haefner of Columbus, NE, Lori Beagel of Burrton, KS, Wayne (Sara) Blankley, Jr of Westmoreland, KS, and Wanda Silva of Junction City, KS., seven grandchildren, Alex (Haley) Haefner, Aidan, Danielle and Dominic Silva, Matthew Beagel, Jessica and Kiersten Blankley, brother, Bill Blankley and sister, Helen Wheeler, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy, parents, brothers; Keith, Walter and Raymond Blankley and sisters; Mildred Gilleece, Florence Smith, and Margaret Colson.&nbsp;

A visitation with family and friends will be held Friday, March 11, 2022, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.

&nbsp;A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, with Father Mike Peterson officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to be made to the KSU Cancer Research Fund at Cancer Research Fund, Kansas State University Foundation and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

Wayne Eugene Blankley, Sr, 77, of Westmoreland, KS, passed away Thursday, March 3, 2022, at Via Christi in Manhattan, KS. Wayne was born in Louisville, KS on May 31, 1944, the son of Ephraim and Gladys (Hebrew) Blankley.He attended Wamego schools and graduated from Wamego High School. Wayne married Nancy Chilcott at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Flush, KS on May 31, 1966. Wayne worked as a truck driver for Coca-Cola, Prockish Trucking, Bayer Construction and Pottawatomie County Road Department. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and watching their activities. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his son, brothers, and nephews.&nbsp;He is survived by his four children; Jane (Ron) Haefner of Columbus, NE, Lori Beagel of Burrton, KS, Wayne (Sara) Blankley, Jr of Westmoreland, KS, and Wanda Silva of Junction City, KS., seven grandchildren, Alex (Haley) Haefner, Aidan, Danielle and Dominic Silva, Matthew Beagel, Jessica and Kiersten Blankley, brother, Bill Blankley and sister, Helen Wheeler, and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife, Nancy, parents, brothers; Keith, Walter and Raymond Blankley and sisters; Mildred Gilleece, Florence Smith, and Margaret Colson.&nbsp;A visitation with family and friends will be held Friday, March 11, 2022, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego.&nbsp;A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 12, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, with Father Mike Peterson officiating.&nbsp; A private inurnment will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to be made to the KSU Cancer Research Fund at Cancer Research Fund, Kansas State University Foundation and can be left in care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS 66547.

Wayne Eugene Blankley

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr., 62, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022 at K.U. Medical Center St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;

Dean was the son of Leroy Dean and Joan (Palenske) Jackson Sr. and was born on October 2, 1959 in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; He married Gina Rogers on October 20, 1984 in Alta Vista, Kansas. She survives.&nbsp; Dean was a member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church of Wamego.&nbsp;

He graduated from Wamego High School and attended Colby Community College.&nbsp; He worked for various farmers and ranchers in the area before beginning his career with the Kansas Department of Transportation in 1984.&nbsp; After 33 years of service, he retired in 2017 as an Equipment Operator Specialist.&nbsp; Even though the work was hot on summer days and cold during snowstorms, he enjoyed the camaraderie of working with his fellow co-workers.&nbsp;

Dean loved family, friends, being outside, enjoying wildlife and hunting, animals, livestock, and helping on the farm.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was multi-talented like his father, and could fix almost anything and everything he worked on.&nbsp; With his talent and patience, he also enjoyed doing woodworking and gunsmithing.&nbsp;&nbsp; When his children Kurtis and Emily were enrolled in the 4-H Shooting Sports program, he himself became an instructor and coach. He enjoyed teaching many youth throughout the years. &nbsp;Each year, Dean was actively involved with the annual fundraiser for the Flint Hills Jr. Shooter Legion.&nbsp;

Dean was a Founding member, Assistant Chief, and Treasurer for the Wabaunsee Township Fire Department No. 8 serving as a member for 31 years.&nbsp; He lived in the townsite of Wabaunsee most of his life and took pride with being able to serve on the fire department.

Survivors include his wife, Gina; son, Kurtis Jackson (Savannah) of Manhattan, KS; daughter, Emily Rolph (Marc) of Olsburg, KS; and grandson, Myles Rolph which was his pride and joy.&nbsp; Parents, Leroy and Joan Jackson, brother, Duane Jackson (Carol); and sister, DeAnn Jackson (Brad Redemer) all of&nbsp;Wamego, KS, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that he loved dearly.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a brother in law, Mark Morgan, and father in law, Herbert Rogers.

Cremation arrangements were in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Private family inurnment was in the Wabaunsee Township Cemetery with Pastor Jim Price officiating.

The family will host a celebration of Dean’s life with a Come and Go Visitation on Saturday (April 9, 2022) from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Kan Equip Arena Building at the Wabaunsee County Fairgrounds in Alma, KS.&nbsp; Friends and family are invited to attend.

Memorials are requested to Wabaunsee Township Fire Department No. 8; Flint Hills Jr. Shooter Legion; or the Meadowlark Foundation Parkinson’s Program, and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547&nbsp;

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr., 62, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away Saturday, January 1, 2022 at K.U. Medical Center St. Francis Campus in Topeka, Kansas.&nbsp;Dean was the son of Leroy Dean and Joan (Palenske) Jackson Sr. and was born on October 2, 1959 in Wamego, Kansas.&nbsp; He married Gina Rogers on October 20, 1984 in Alta Vista, Kansas. She survives.&nbsp; Dean was a member of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church of Wamego.&nbsp;He graduated from Wamego High School and attended Colby Community College.&nbsp; He worked for various farmers and ranchers in the area before beginning his career with the Kansas Department of Transportation in 1984.&nbsp; After 33 years of service, he retired in 2017 as an Equipment Operator Specialist.&nbsp; Even though the work was hot on summer days and cold during snowstorms, he enjoyed the camaraderie of working with his fellow co-workers.&nbsp;Dean loved family, friends, being outside, enjoying wildlife and hunting, animals, livestock, and helping on the farm.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;He was multi-talented like his father, and could fix almost anything and everything he worked on.&nbsp; With his talent and patience, he also enjoyed doing woodworking and gunsmithing.&nbsp;&nbsp; When his children Kurtis and Emily were enrolled in the 4-H Shooting Sports program, he himself became an instructor and coach. He enjoyed teaching many youth throughout the years. &nbsp;Each year, Dean was actively involved with the annual fundraiser for the Flint Hills Jr. Shooter Legion.&nbsp;Dean was a Founding member, Assistant Chief, and Treasurer for the Wabaunsee Township Fire Department No. 8 serving as a member for 31 years.&nbsp; He lived in the townsite of Wabaunsee most of his life and took pride with being able to serve on the fire department.Survivors include his wife, Gina; son, Kurtis Jackson (Savannah) of Manhattan, KS; daughter, Emily Rolph (Marc) of Olsburg, KS; and grandson, Myles Rolph which was his pride and joy.&nbsp; Parents, Leroy and Joan Jackson, brother, Duane Jackson (Carol); and sister, DeAnn Jackson (Brad Redemer) all of&nbsp;Wamego, KS, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins that he loved dearly.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by a brother in law, Mark Morgan, and father in law, Herbert Rogers.Cremation arrangements were in the care of Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Private family inurnment was in the Wabaunsee Township Cemetery with Pastor Jim Price officiating.The family will host a celebration of Dean’s life with a Come and Go Visitation on Saturday (April 9, 2022) from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Kan Equip Arena Building at the Wabaunsee County Fairgrounds in Alma, KS.&nbsp; Friends and family are invited to attend.Memorials are requested to Wabaunsee Township Fire Department No. 8; Flint Hills Jr. Shooter Legion; or the Meadowlark Foundation Parkinson’s Program, and may be left with Campanella &amp; Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547&nbsp;

Leroy Dean Jackson Jr.

Whitney Erin Woofter passed away at her home in Manhattan, Kansas, on February 28, 2022.

Whitney was born on November 5, 1982, in
 Manhattan, the daughter of Wayne and Gera Lou (Wieland) Woofter.&nbsp; She 
was a surprise addition—as her parents found out they were having twins 
in the delivery room. Though she was only 18 minutes younger than her 
twin sister, she was always the “baby” of the family.&nbsp; Whitney graduated
 from Hays High School in 2001 and went on to study art at Kansas State 
University. She remained a Wildcat fan her entire life. &nbsp;While in 
college, she battled and defeated kidney cancer. &nbsp;Then she decided to 
turn her artistic abilities into a career in cosmetology and graduated 
from Hays Academy of Hair Design. &nbsp;She worked in Hays and later 
Manhattan as a hair stylist and loved making clients beautiful. 

To know Whitney was to love her. &nbsp;She 
had a magnetic personality and was larger than life. &nbsp;Her wit and 
sarcasm kept everyone on their toes and she ALWAYS had something funny 
to say. &nbsp;Friends will remember her big smile and kind heart. &nbsp;Whitney 
was a huge animal lover and had a special place in her heart for rescue 
dogs, especially her beloved Sadie and Boston. &nbsp;She was a talented 
artist in every sense of the word, from her sketches, to her house 
decorating, to crafting the perfect hairstyle for her special clients. 
She truly had glitter in her veins and never left the house without 
impeccable makeup, hair, and bling to match her (often leopard-print) 
outfit. &nbsp;But she was also an exercise enthusiast who enjoyed hitting the
 trails for a run, with cute running shoes and a matching outfit, of 
course. &nbsp;She was becoming a gifted cook and enjoyed traveling and any 
opportunity for adventure.&nbsp; 

She is lovingly remembered by her 
parents Wayne and Gera Lou Woofter of Hays, KS, brother: Tucker Woofter 
and wife Deb of Gardner, KS, sister: Joslin Hubbard and husband Paul of 
McKinney, TX, and grandfather: Duane Woofter of Lincoln, NE. &nbsp;Aunt Whit 
Whit is also survived by her very special nephews: Iggy and Jayden 
Woofter and nieces: Parker, Leila, and Payton Hubbard.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents: John and Ila Lee Wieland, and her grandmother: Ethel Jean Woofter.

A celebration of Whitney’s life is 
planned from 4:00 pm until 6:00 on Friday, March 11, 2022 at Smoky Hill 
Country Club, Hays.&nbsp; Friends and family are invited to come and go 
during this time.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will be at a later date in 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby.&nbsp; 

Memorials may be paid to T. Russell Reitz 
Animal Shelter, Manhattan, and mailed to Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, KS&nbsp; 67601.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Whitney may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Whitney Erin Woofter passed away at her home in Manhattan, Kansas, on February 28, 2022.Whitney was born on November 5, 1982, in
 Manhattan, the daughter of Wayne and Gera Lou (Wieland) Woofter.&nbsp; She 
was a surprise addition—as her parents found out they were having twins 
in the delivery room. Though she was only 18 minutes younger than her 
twin sister, she was always the “baby” of the family.&nbsp; Whitney graduated
 from Hays High School in 2001 and went on to study art at Kansas State 
University. She remained a Wildcat fan her entire life. &nbsp;While in 
college, she battled and defeated kidney cancer. &nbsp;Then she decided to 
turn her artistic abilities into a career in cosmetology and graduated 
from Hays Academy of Hair Design. &nbsp;She worked in Hays and later 
Manhattan as a hair stylist and loved making clients beautiful. To know Whitney was to love her. &nbsp;She 
had a magnetic personality and was larger than life. &nbsp;Her wit and 
sarcasm kept everyone on their toes and she ALWAYS had something funny 
to say. &nbsp;Friends will remember her big smile and kind heart. &nbsp;Whitney 
was a huge animal lover and had a special place in her heart for rescue 
dogs, especially her beloved Sadie and Boston. &nbsp;She was a talented 
artist in every sense of the word, from her sketches, to her house 
decorating, to crafting the perfect hairstyle for her special clients. 
She truly had glitter in her veins and never left the house without 
impeccable makeup, hair, and bling to match her (often leopard-print) 
outfit. &nbsp;But she was also an exercise enthusiast who enjoyed hitting the
 trails for a run, with cute running shoes and a matching outfit, of 
course. &nbsp;She was becoming a gifted cook and enjoyed traveling and any 
opportunity for adventure.&nbsp; She is lovingly remembered by her 
parents Wayne and Gera Lou Woofter of Hays, KS, brother: Tucker Woofter 
and wife Deb of Gardner, KS, sister: Joslin Hubbard and husband Paul of 
McKinney, TX, and grandfather: Duane Woofter of Lincoln, NE. &nbsp;Aunt Whit 
Whit is also survived by her very special nephews: Iggy and Jayden 
Woofter and nieces: Parker, Leila, and Payton Hubbard.She was preceded in death by her grandparents: John and Ila Lee Wieland, and her grandmother: Ethel Jean Woofter.A celebration of Whitney’s life is 
planned from 4:00 pm until 6:00 on Friday, March 11, 2022 at Smoky Hill 
Country Club, Hays.&nbsp; Friends and family are invited to come and go 
during this time.&nbsp; Private family inurnment will be at a later date in 
Beulah Cemetery, Colby.&nbsp; Memorials may be paid to T. Russell Reitz 
Animal Shelter, Manhattan, and mailed to Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral 
Home, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, KS&nbsp; 67601.&nbsp; Condolences and memories of 
Whitney may be shared with her family at www.haysmemorial.com

Whitney Erin Woofter

Garry Eugene "G.R." Reed, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. A graveside service with military honors will be 10 a.m. Friday, March 4, 2022, at the Fort Riley Main Post Cemetery. Everyone planning on attending the graveside service is asked to meet at Johnson Funeral Home by 9:30 a.m. Garry was born August 13, 1940, in Harrisburg, PA the son of Lester D. and Edna M. (Brunner) Reed. Garry graduated from the Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA. He later joined the United States Army retiring as a CW2. He later worked as a civil servant at Fort Riley, KS. He enjoyed playing the lottery. He married Theresa Ann Gianquitto March 8, 1959, in Hagerstown, MD. She died January 1, 1998. Survivors include his daughter, Dorie L. Edge of Riverview, FL; two granddaughters, Alexia Kesner of Junction City, KS and Davita Kesner of Riverview, FL; one great-granddaughter, Journee Alston; one brother, Lester Reed of Ocala, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Theresa.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Garry Eugene "G.R." Reed, 81, of Junction City, KS, passed away on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Geary Community Hospital. A graveside service with military honors will be 10 a.m. Friday, March 4, 2022, at the Fort Riley Main Post Cemetery. Everyone planning on attending the graveside service is asked to meet at Johnson Funeral Home by 9:30 a.m. Garry was born August 13, 1940, in Harrisburg, PA the son of Lester D. and Edna M. (Brunner) Reed. Garry graduated from the Milton Hershey School in Hershey, PA. He later joined the United States Army retiring as a CW2. He later worked as a civil servant at Fort Riley, KS. He enjoyed playing the lottery. He married Theresa Ann Gianquitto March 8, 1959, in Hagerstown, MD. She died January 1, 1998. Survivors include his daughter, Dorie L. Edge of Riverview, FL; two granddaughters, Alexia Kesner of Junction City, KS and Davita Kesner of Riverview, FL; one great-granddaughter, Journee Alston; one brother, Lester Reed of Ocala, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents and wife Theresa.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Garry Eugene "G.R." Reed

Howard Paul Miller, age 91, of Blue Rapids, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Blue Valley Senior Living in Blue Rapids.

Howard was born&nbsp;March 20, 1930, to (John) Paul Miller and Ruth (Wheat) Miller also of Blue Rapids, Kansas. He grew up on a farm north-west of Blue Rapids where he later raised his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Howard graduated from Blue Rapids High School in 1949.&nbsp; He later joined the United States Airforce on December 18, 1950.&nbsp; Howard and Helen were joined in marriage on February 24, 1952.&nbsp; They moved to New Mexico where Howard was stationed, and where they welcomed the first of 6 children into the world.&nbsp; From New Mexico they were transferred to Alaska, for the remainder of Howard’s military service.

After leaving the service Howard and Helen lived in Salina, briefly where they welcomed their second child.&nbsp; From Salina the couple returned to Blue Rapids, and then to a farm one mile from the family farm.&nbsp; After his parents retired in 1970, Howard moved his wife and children to the Family Farm where he remained until he joined Helen at Blue Valley Nursing Home in 2017.

Howard was an active member of First Baptist Church of Blue Rapids for many years, where he served as deacon, trustee, Sunday school teacher, song leader and choir member.&nbsp; Howard also was known to have given the message on a few occasions.

He is survived by Helen Marie Eaken Miller, his wife of 70 years, six children: Clifford (Debra) Miller, of Blue Rapids, Glenda (Joel) Fralin of Wymore, Nebraska, Paula (Greg) Rhoades of Marquett, Nebraska, Janet (Alan) Riensche of Blue Springs, Nebraska, Lyle Miller, Grandview, Missouri, and Viola (Rick) Thomas of Seattle, Washington.&nbsp; He has fourteen grandchildren Brian, Anna, Travis, Angela, Tony, Nina, Michael, Jonathan, Ryan, Sean, Tara, Nolan, Faith and Sara, their spouses and twenty-four great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter, three sisters and their husbands: LoRee (Harry) Baker of Nebraska City, Nebraska, Virginia (Harold) Sutton of Blue Rapids, and Linda (Jon) Brake of Manhattan, their families, along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a daughter in law Kathy Miller.

Viewing is from noon to 8:00 pm, Thursday, March 3, 2022 with visitation between 6:00 and 8:00 p .m. at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.

Funeral services are at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 4, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Blue Rapids with Pastor Jeremy Henderson and Pastor Titus Mohler officiating.&nbsp; Congregational Hymns include “In The Garden” and “The Old Rugged Cross” accompanied by Bre Henderson.&nbsp; Casket Bearers are Howard’s grandchildren.&nbsp; Burial is at Prospect Hill Cemetery, north of Blue Rapids.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Offutt Air Force Base Honor’s Detail and the George Bedford Post 169 of the American Legion in Blue Rapids.

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

Howard Paul Miller, age 91, of Blue Rapids, went home to be with Jesus on Sunday, February 27, 2022 at Blue Valley Senior Living in Blue Rapids.Howard was born&nbsp;March 20, 1930, to (John) Paul Miller and Ruth (Wheat) Miller also of Blue Rapids, Kansas. He grew up on a farm north-west of Blue Rapids where he later raised his family.&nbsp;&nbsp;Howard graduated from Blue Rapids High School in 1949.&nbsp; He later joined the United States Airforce on December 18, 1950.&nbsp; Howard and Helen were joined in marriage on February 24, 1952.&nbsp; They moved to New Mexico where Howard was stationed, and where they welcomed the first of 6 children into the world.&nbsp; From New Mexico they were transferred to Alaska, for the remainder of Howard’s military service.After leaving the service Howard and Helen lived in Salina, briefly where they welcomed their second child.&nbsp; From Salina the couple returned to Blue Rapids, and then to a farm one mile from the family farm.&nbsp; After his parents retired in 1970, Howard moved his wife and children to the Family Farm where he remained until he joined Helen at Blue Valley Nursing Home in 2017.Howard was an active member of First Baptist Church of Blue Rapids for many years, where he served as deacon, trustee, Sunday school teacher, song leader and choir member.&nbsp; Howard also was known to have given the message on a few occasions.He is survived by Helen Marie Eaken Miller, his wife of 70 years, six children: Clifford (Debra) Miller, of Blue Rapids, Glenda (Joel) Fralin of Wymore, Nebraska, Paula (Greg) Rhoades of Marquett, Nebraska, Janet (Alan) Riensche of Blue Springs, Nebraska, Lyle Miller, Grandview, Missouri, and Viola (Rick) Thomas of Seattle, Washington.&nbsp; He has fourteen grandchildren Brian, Anna, Travis, Angela, Tony, Nina, Michael, Jonathan, Ryan, Sean, Tara, Nolan, Faith and Sara, their spouses and twenty-four great grandchildren and one great-great granddaughter, three sisters and their husbands: LoRee (Harry) Baker of Nebraska City, Nebraska, Virginia (Harold) Sutton of Blue Rapids, and Linda (Jon) Brake of Manhattan, their families, along with many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents, two grandchildren, two great grandchildren and a daughter in law Kathy Miller.Viewing is from noon to 8:00 pm, Thursday, March 3, 2022 with visitation between 6:00 and 8:00 p .m. at Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.Funeral services are at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 4, 2022, at First Baptist Church in Blue Rapids with Pastor Jeremy Henderson and Pastor Titus Mohler officiating.&nbsp; Congregational Hymns include “In The Garden” and “The Old Rugged Cross” accompanied by Bre Henderson.&nbsp; Casket Bearers are Howard’s grandchildren.&nbsp; Burial is at Prospect Hill Cemetery, north of Blue Rapids.&nbsp; Military honors will be presented by the Offutt Air Force Base Honor’s Detail and the George Bedford Post 169 of the American Legion in Blue Rapids.Memorials are&nbsp;suggested to First Baptist Church&nbsp;and may be sent in care of Christie-Anderes Funeral Home at PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.

Howard Paul Miller

Marsha Poppe Koster was born on June 3, 1955, in Marion, Kansas, and passed to her heavenly home on February 27, 2022. She was in the company of her loved ones as she left this world.

Marsha had many outstanding qualities. She first exhibited these skills as an athlete at Centre High School as she led the Cougars in their inaugural season to a 2nd place finish in the IA state basketball tournament. She then took her talents to Kansas State University where she was a four-year letter winner on the Wildkittens basketball and track programs. She was one of the leading rebounders and scorers on the team and helped them to a sixth-place finish in the national tournament in 1975. In track she excelled in the javelin throw and finished 4th in the nation as a freshman and 2nd in both her sophomore and junior years. Her senior year she was unable to participate because of an illness.

Marsha graduated from Kansas State with a degree in Home Economics and began her teaching career in Summerfield, Kansas, and later substitute taught at Mankato and Clay Center. She obtained her degree in Special Education in 2000 and began her new career as teacher at Blue Valley and Clay Center Community High School. She continued in this position until her retirement in 2021. Because of her gentle, nurturing and caring personality she influenced many students and acquired their trust and confidence throughout the years. In addition to her teaching position, Marsha also was involved in coaching at these schools.

One of Marsha's passions was volleyball—watching and officiating the sport. Marsha refereed volleyball for 40+ years and worked numerous state tournaments, as well as many other tournaments and matches during this time. Because of her knowledge and expertise, she was selected to be an Area Supervisor for the Activities Association in volleyball and worked in this capacity for over 20 years.

Marsha was an excellent seamstress and used her talents in a variety of ways. She learned these skills from her mother and made many of her own clothes in high school and college. For many years she enjoyed cross stitch and many of her projects are displayed around the house. She also crafted many different dolls and collectibles and sold these at area craft shows. In her later years, she began to quilt and was an active member of the local Quilt Guild.

Of all the roles in which Marsha participated, the one in which she was most proud, was that of being a wife, mother and later, a grandmother. She devotedly followed the activities of her three children—Jamie, Brett, Megan—and supported them in their many adventures. She was a willing volunteer in helping with homework, school projects and encouraged the kids in their academic and athletic pursuits. She undertook the job of being a grandmother with enthusiasm and followed her grandchildren's activities with excitement and joy, looked forward to their numerous events and smothered them with love.

Marsha was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Erin; her father, Vernon "Bum", and her brother, Tom. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Ron; her children, Jamie Koster of Clay Center; Brett Koster and wife Andrea, children Bo and Farah, of Chapman; Megan Griffiths and husband Cane, children Ellie, Rylee, Raegan, Sawyer, and Emmie of Wakefield; her mother Ruth Poppe of Clay Center; sister-in-law Carol of Leawood; a brother Wayne Poppe and wife Connie of Oklahoma City; a sister Janelle Poppe of Olathe and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Marsha was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Funeral services will be held at Sts. Peter and Paul on March 4 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a luncheon and then burial at the Cawker City cemetary.

Visitation will take place at the funeral home on March 3 from 3-7 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Rosary will follow.

Marsha Poppe Koster was born on June 3, 1955, in Marion, Kansas, and passed to her heavenly home on February 27, 2022. She was in the company of her loved ones as she left this world.Marsha had many outstanding qualities. She first exhibited these skills as an athlete at Centre High School as she led the Cougars in their inaugural season to a 2nd place finish in the IA state basketball tournament. She then took her talents to Kansas State University where she was a four-year letter winner on the Wildkittens basketball and track programs. She was one of the leading rebounders and scorers on the team and helped them to a sixth-place finish in the national tournament in 1975. In track she excelled in the javelin throw and finished 4th in the nation as a freshman and 2nd in both her sophomore and junior years. Her senior year she was unable to participate because of an illness.Marsha graduated from Kansas State with a degree in Home Economics and began her teaching career in Summerfield, Kansas, and later substitute taught at Mankato and Clay Center. She obtained her degree in Special Education in 2000 and began her new career as teacher at Blue Valley and Clay Center Community High School. She continued in this position until her retirement in 2021. Because of her gentle, nurturing and caring personality she influenced many students and acquired their trust and confidence throughout the years. In addition to her teaching position, Marsha also was involved in coaching at these schools.One of Marsha's passions was volleyball—watching and officiating the sport. Marsha refereed volleyball for 40+ years and worked numerous state tournaments, as well as many other tournaments and matches during this time. Because of her knowledge and expertise, she was selected to be an Area Supervisor for the Activities Association in volleyball and worked in this capacity for over 20 years.Marsha was an excellent seamstress and used her talents in a variety of ways. She learned these skills from her mother and made many of her own clothes in high school and college. For many years she enjoyed cross stitch and many of her projects are displayed around the house. She also crafted many different dolls and collectibles and sold these at area craft shows. In her later years, she began to quilt and was an active member of the local Quilt Guild.Of all the roles in which Marsha participated, the one in which she was most proud, was that of being a wife, mother and later, a grandmother. She devotedly followed the activities of her three children—Jamie, Brett, Megan—and supported them in their many adventures. She was a willing volunteer in helping with homework, school projects and encouraged the kids in their academic and athletic pursuits. She undertook the job of being a grandmother with enthusiasm and followed her grandchildren's activities with excitement and joy, looked forward to their numerous events and smothered them with love.Marsha was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Erin; her father, Vernon "Bum", and her brother, Tom. She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Ron; her children, Jamie Koster of Clay Center; Brett Koster and wife Andrea, children Bo and Farah, of Chapman; Megan Griffiths and husband Cane, children Ellie, Rylee, Raegan, Sawyer, and Emmie of Wakefield; her mother Ruth Poppe of Clay Center; sister-in-law Carol of Leawood; a brother Wayne Poppe and wife Connie of Oklahoma City; a sister Janelle Poppe of Olathe and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.Marsha was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. Funeral services will be held at Sts. Peter and Paul on March 4 at 10:30 a.m. followed by a luncheon and then burial at the Cawker City cemetary.Visitation will take place at the funeral home on March 3 from 3-7 p.m. with family present from 5-7 p.m.&nbsp; Rosary will follow.

Marsha Poppe Koster

Gregory Lynn McHenry, 60, Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully with family by his side February 24, 2022, at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, ending a five-year battle with multiple myeloma, a bone marrow cancer. Born in Concordia, March 26, 1961, to Duane and Marie (Hardman) McHenry, Greg grew up on a farm near Clyde, and during his youth enjoyed 4-H, showing horses and working on the farm. He attended Cloud County Community College and Kansas State University, graduating with a degree in agricultural economics. While in college he played trombone in the jazz band. On August 1, 1987, he married Tawny Rosenow. God blessed them with three beautiful children, Scott Gregory, Jessica Marie and Ryan Jacob. In 1988, Greg began his career at the Riley County Appraiser’s Office, going on to serve as the county appraiser from 2006 until his death. He also served as the Clay County Appraiser for several years in a dual role. He was an advocate for the Kansas “fair and equitable” property valuation process. As one who deeply cared for his appraisal staff, he had great appreciation for their support during his illness. Greg served as the 2021 president of the International Association of Accessing Officers (IAAO), president-elect in 2020, vice president in 2019, and as a member of the IAAO board of directors from 2015-17. A true family man, Greg enjoyed coaching his kids’ baseball and softball teams, and helping with the Manhattan Track Club. For many seasons he was a member of the chain crew for Manhattan High football. He loved K-State sports, especially football, and cheered on the Cats from the same seats for more than three decades, rain or shine, win or lose. Greg and Tawny enjoyed camping, biking, country line dancing and traveling for IAAO events. They reached their goal of riding the entire Katy Trail across Missouri with Tawny’s sisters and spouses. Throughout his illness Greg continued to plan rides each summer, including those for the upcoming 2022 event. The couple attended Westview Community Church throughout their marriage where Greg served many terms on its local board of administration. Greg is survived by his wife, Tawny; son Scott (Camila), Reno, Nevada; daughter Jessica Saathoff (Justin), Berryton; and son Ryan, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren James and Gloria McHenry, Liam McHenry and Lane Saathoff; his parents, Duane and Marie, and brother, Doug (Nancy), Salina; sister, Brenda Danielson (Gary), Agenda; as well as many nieces and nephews to whom he was affectionately known as “Uncle Great.” He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Olga and Clovis Hardman, and Donald and Gladys McHenry; and a grandson, Wayne McHenry. Greg touched many lives and will be greatly missed. He loved Jesus and wanted everyone to know God’s love and saving grace. A visitation will be Friday, March 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Celebration of Life service planned for Saturday, March 12, 10:30 a.m., at Westview Community Church, 615 Gillespie Dr., Manhattan. Those attending are encouraged to wear Greg’s favorite color, K-State purple. Memorial contributions can be made to the Westview Community Church Building Fund or IAAO Education Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Gregory Lynn McHenry, 60, Manhattan, Kansas, passed away peacefully with family by his side February 24, 2022, at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, ending a five-year battle with multiple myeloma, a bone marrow cancer. Born in Concordia, March 26, 1961, to Duane and Marie (Hardman) McHenry, Greg grew up on a farm near Clyde, and during his youth enjoyed 4-H, showing horses and working on the farm. He attended Cloud County Community College and Kansas State University, graduating with a degree in agricultural economics. While in college he played trombone in the jazz band. On August 1, 1987, he married Tawny Rosenow. God blessed them with three beautiful children, Scott Gregory, Jessica Marie and Ryan Jacob. In 1988, Greg began his career at the Riley County Appraiser’s Office, going on to serve as the county appraiser from 2006 until his death. He also served as the Clay County Appraiser for several years in a dual role. He was an advocate for the Kansas “fair and equitable” property valuation process. As one who deeply cared for his appraisal staff, he had great appreciation for their support during his illness. Greg served as the 2021 president of the International Association of Accessing Officers (IAAO), president-elect in 2020, vice president in 2019, and as a member of the IAAO board of directors from 2015-17. A true family man, Greg enjoyed coaching his kids’ baseball and softball teams, and helping with the Manhattan Track Club. For many seasons he was a member of the chain crew for Manhattan High football. He loved K-State sports, especially football, and cheered on the Cats from the same seats for more than three decades, rain or shine, win or lose. Greg and Tawny enjoyed camping, biking, country line dancing and traveling for IAAO events. They reached their goal of riding the entire Katy Trail across Missouri with Tawny’s sisters and spouses. Throughout his illness Greg continued to plan rides each summer, including those for the upcoming 2022 event. The couple attended Westview Community Church throughout their marriage where Greg served many terms on its local board of administration. Greg is survived by his wife, Tawny; son Scott (Camila), Reno, Nevada; daughter Jessica Saathoff (Justin), Berryton; and son Ryan, Kansas City, Missouri; grandchildren James and Gloria McHenry, Liam McHenry and Lane Saathoff; his parents, Duane and Marie, and brother, Doug (Nancy), Salina; sister, Brenda Danielson (Gary), Agenda; as well as many nieces and nephews to whom he was affectionately known as “Uncle Great.” He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Olga and Clovis Hardman, and Donald and Gladys McHenry; and a grandson, Wayne McHenry. Greg touched many lives and will be greatly missed. He loved Jesus and wanted everyone to know God’s love and saving grace. A visitation will be Friday, March 11, 5:30-7:30 p.m., at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Celebration of Life service planned for Saturday, March 12, 10:30 a.m., at Westview Community Church, 615 Gillespie Dr., Manhattan. Those attending are encouraged to wear Greg’s favorite color, K-State purple. Memorial contributions can be made to the Westview Community Church Building Fund or IAAO Education Fund. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Gregory Lynn McHenry

Yong S. Archibald, 72, Junction City, KS, died Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. A memorial service is pending at the Korean Church of Manhattan. Survivors include her daughter Janice Archibald of Junction City, KS; one granddaughter, Shovante Archibald of Junction City, KS.

Yong S. Archibald, 72, Junction City, KS, died Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. Cremation will take place. A memorial service is pending at the Korean Church of Manhattan. Survivors include her daughter Janice Archibald of Junction City, KS; one granddaughter, Shovante Archibald of Junction City, KS.

Yong S. Archibald

Steven "Craig" Wentling, 73, Milford, KS, died Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Irwin Army Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at the Johnson Funeral Home with Pastor Lorenzo Jackson officiating. A reception will follow the memorial service at the funeral home. A private family graveside service will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Tunnel To Towers Foundation or to the Junction City Humane Society. Born September 16, 1948 in El Dorado Kansas. Son of Richard and Melvine (Meador) Wentling. He became a born-again Christian in 1953. Craig graduated from El Dorado High School with the class of 1966. After graduation, he joined the United States Army in 1967. While in Vietnam,in 1968, he was wounded and was awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and Combat infantry Badge while serving in the 11th Infantry Brigade Americal Division. He later served as an Electronic Warfare Intelligence Analyst with the Army Security Agency. He graduated from Rotary Wing (helicopter) flight school and received his pilot wings in 1977. He had tours in Korea, Honduras, and Grenada as a helicopter pilot. He received the Distinguished Service Medal and Broken Wing Award before retiring at Fort Riley in 1988. After his retirement with the United States Army, he worked for the defense contractors at Fort Riley and later the Manhattan Regional Airport. He married Carolyn Karst of El Dorado in Springfield, Missouri in August 1969. He is survived by his beloved wife/friend Carolyn in marriage of almost 53 years, sister Jan (Eric) Birmingham of Oklahoma, brother Kirk (Patti) of Florida. His adored daughters Stephanie Kay Amos of Texas and Shan (Roger) Coffey of Junction City, also eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Richard, who was his best fishing partner, and his beloved mother Melvine of Clay Center. Not Too much to say for a life and the years spent on God's Earth. Life is short here on earth, but an eternity in heaven, thank you God for your son "Jesus". John 3:16-17 Romans 10:9-10 Craig, Honey, Dad, Grandpa and Friend.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steven "Craig" Wentling, 73, Milford, KS, died Thursday, February 24, 2022, at Irwin Army Community Hospital. Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be held 10 a.m. Friday, March 11, 2022, at the Johnson Funeral Home with Pastor Lorenzo Jackson officiating. A reception will follow the memorial service at the funeral home. A private family graveside service will be held at Kansas Veterans' Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to be given to Tunnel To Towers Foundation or to the Junction City Humane Society. Born September 16, 1948 in El Dorado Kansas. Son of Richard and Melvine (Meador) Wentling. He became a born-again Christian in 1953. Craig graduated from El Dorado High School with the class of 1966. After graduation, he joined the United States Army in 1967. While in Vietnam,in 1968, he was wounded and was awarded the Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and Combat infantry Badge while serving in the 11th Infantry Brigade Americal Division. He later served as an Electronic Warfare Intelligence Analyst with the Army Security Agency. He graduated from Rotary Wing (helicopter) flight school and received his pilot wings in 1977. He had tours in Korea, Honduras, and Grenada as a helicopter pilot. He received the Distinguished Service Medal and Broken Wing Award before retiring at Fort Riley in 1988. After his retirement with the United States Army, he worked for the defense contractors at Fort Riley and later the Manhattan Regional Airport. He married Carolyn Karst of El Dorado in Springfield, Missouri in August 1969. He is survived by his beloved wife/friend Carolyn in marriage of almost 53 years, sister Jan (Eric) Birmingham of Oklahoma, brother Kirk (Patti) of Florida. His adored daughters Stephanie Kay Amos of Texas and Shan (Roger) Coffey of Junction City, also eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father Richard, who was his best fishing partner, and his beloved mother Melvine of Clay Center. Not Too much to say for a life and the years spent on God's Earth. Life is short here on earth, but an eternity in heaven, thank you God for your son "Jesus". John 3:16-17 Romans 10:9-10 Craig, Honey, Dad, Grandpa and Friend.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steven "Craig" Wentling

Margie Lou Biltoft, age 71 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.

She was born on April 12, 1950 in Ainsworth, Nebraska, the daughter of William and Dorothy (Staal) Little.

Margie started working at a young age in the family cafe in Ainsworth.&nbsp; After she married, she became a homemaker and raised three children.&nbsp; In the mid 1980’s, she finished high school and went on to get her LPN.&nbsp; She loved being a nurse, showing that everyday she worked.&nbsp; She was respected and loved by so many and the impact she had on almost everyone she met was true and heartfelt.

Margie loved fishing, crafts, cooking and most of all, watching her grandchildren grow up.&nbsp; If you knew Margie, you knew she loved collecting chickens and was a Husker fan.&nbsp; GO BIG RED!

She is survived two daughters, Jonna Biltoft and partner Alan Holle of Riley, and Anndee Biltoft of Manhattan; one son, Matthew Biltoft and wife Brandy of Meriden; three sisters, Cyd (Bill) Miller of Arnold, Nebraska, Hazel Platt of Ainsworth, Nebraska and Linda Little of Bennington, Nebraska; two brothers, Billy (Sandy) Little of Omaha, Nebraska and Rick (Nadine) Little of Omaha, Nebraska; a sister-in-law, Gwen Little; three grandchildren, Josh (Chelsea) Biltoft of Manhattan, Kiley Biltoft and Kristin Biltoft, both of Meriden and five great grandchildren, Aryel, Bentley, Jaycee, Adalyn and Lucas Biltoft.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Sharon Staal and three brothers, Marlie Feathersten, Dale Little and Joe Little.

Cremation is planned with a local memorial service planned for a later date for those that wish to pay their respects. &nbsp;Her family will be taking her ashes to Nebraska for one last trip to The Pines.

Memorials may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Margie Lou Biltoft, age 71 of Manhattan, passed away Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House.She was born on April 12, 1950 in Ainsworth, Nebraska, the daughter of William and Dorothy (Staal) Little.Margie started working at a young age in the family cafe in Ainsworth.&nbsp; After she married, she became a homemaker and raised three children.&nbsp; In the mid 1980’s, she finished high school and went on to get her LPN.&nbsp; She loved being a nurse, showing that everyday she worked.&nbsp; She was respected and loved by so many and the impact she had on almost everyone she met was true and heartfelt.Margie loved fishing, crafts, cooking and most of all, watching her grandchildren grow up.&nbsp; If you knew Margie, you knew she loved collecting chickens and was a Husker fan.&nbsp; GO BIG RED!She is survived two daughters, Jonna Biltoft and partner Alan Holle of Riley, and Anndee Biltoft of Manhattan; one son, Matthew Biltoft and wife Brandy of Meriden; three sisters, Cyd (Bill) Miller of Arnold, Nebraska, Hazel Platt of Ainsworth, Nebraska and Linda Little of Bennington, Nebraska; two brothers, Billy (Sandy) Little of Omaha, Nebraska and Rick (Nadine) Little of Omaha, Nebraska; a sister-in-law, Gwen Little; three grandchildren, Josh (Chelsea) Biltoft of Manhattan, Kiley Biltoft and Kristin Biltoft, both of Meriden and five great grandchildren, Aryel, Bentley, Jaycee, Adalyn and Lucas Biltoft.She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Sharon Staal and three brothers, Marlie Feathersten, Dale Little and Joe Little.Cremation is planned with a local memorial service planned for a later date for those that wish to pay their respects. &nbsp;Her family will be taking her ashes to Nebraska for one last trip to The Pines.Memorials may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice House.&nbsp; Contributions may be left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

Margie Lou Biltoft

Todd Brungardt, 55 of Solomon passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. He was born June 20, 1966 in Hill City, Kansas the son of Donald and Janice (Swank) Brungardt. He graduated from Solomon High School in 1984. After graduation he went to Salina Vo-Tech for auto body. On December 30, 2008 he was united in marriage to Sheri Fiske. Todd worked for the utility industry for several years before later working in the greyhound industry. He was very proud to serve on the USD 393 School Board for several terms.

 Todd is survived by his wife, Sheri. Three stepsons, Chase Fiske, Cade Fiske (Skyler) and Cobey Fiske (Dara). His mother, Janice Brungardt. Two sisters, Pam Blouin (Patrick Tovar) and Gayla Whiteley (Leonard Donaldson). Nieces and nephews: Ross, Cody (Mellisa), Ethan (Shaylee), Baylie (Ambria), C.J. (Patricia), Caitlin (Nick), Connor (Jordan), and Carson (Trey) and numerous great-nieces and nephews and one uncle, Leroy Swank (Nancy).

 Funeral Services for Todd will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Solomon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to USD 393 in memory of Todd Brungardt. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.

Todd Brungardt, 55 of Solomon passed away Friday, February 25, 2022. He was born June 20, 1966 in Hill City, Kansas the son of Donald and Janice (Swank) Brungardt. He graduated from Solomon High School in 1984. After graduation he went to Salina Vo-Tech for auto body. On December 30, 2008 he was united in marriage to Sheri Fiske. Todd worked for the utility industry for several years before later working in the greyhound industry. He was very proud to serve on the USD 393 School Board for several terms. Todd is survived by his wife, Sheri. Three stepsons, Chase Fiske, Cade Fiske (Skyler) and Cobey Fiske (Dara). His mother, Janice Brungardt. Two sisters, Pam Blouin (Patrick Tovar) and Gayla Whiteley (Leonard Donaldson). Nieces and nephews: Ross, Cody (Mellisa), Ethan (Shaylee), Baylie (Ambria), C.J. (Patricia), Caitlin (Nick), Connor (Jordan), and Carson (Trey) and numerous great-nieces and nephews and one uncle, Leroy Swank (Nancy). Funeral Services for Todd will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Solomon. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery in Solomon. Family will receive friends Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Carlson-Becker Funeral Home in Solomon. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to USD 393 in memory of Todd Brungardt. Memorials may be dropped off at the funeral home or mailed to Carlson-Becker Funeral Home, PO Box 308, Solomon, Kansas 67480.

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