George Blaine Shaffer passed away peacefully at age 77 on August 30, 2017 at Aldersgate Village in Topeka, Kansas. Blaine was born May 27, 1940 on a farm near Corning, Kansas to George and Alvina Aeschliman Shaffer.

Blaine was a graduate of Fairview High School, Highland Community Junior College (Associate of Arts 1960), the University of Kansas (Bachelor of Science Degree in Mathematics 1962), Emporia State University (Master of Science Degree 1968), and attended Central Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Kansas. He taught mathematics at Nortonville, Kansas High School, Highland Community College, and Hiawatha High Schools. He also taught mathematics at the Federal Penitentiary at Leavenworth for many years. His 47 years in education also included being a school counselor at Midway/Denton and Jackson Heights High Schools. He was an ordained Baptist minister and served the Sabetha Baptist Church for 12 years, and Hamlin Baptist Church for 30 years.

In high school, Blaine played football and ran the quarter mile in track, and was a member of Glee Club and FFA.  He also ran track in college, and tried out for the Cincinnati Reds.

While attending KU, Blaine was a member of the Acacia Fraternity. While teaching at Nortonville, he sang with the Atchison Rivermen Chorus. He was a member of the National Education Association and Midwest Association of Financial Aid Administrators. He helped out with FCA, National Honor Society, and was the boys golf coach while at Hiawatha High School.

Blaine was united in marriage to Jeanette Weinbrenner on June 9, 1968 in Hillsboro, Kansas. She survives. They made their home in Hiawatha, Kansas for 37 years. Survivors include a daughter Gretchen Martin (Paul) of South Elgin, Illinois; and a son, Gregg Shaffer (Crystal) of Topeka, and four grandchildren; Geordan Shaffer, Gerod Shaffer, Ryan Martin, and Lauren Martin. He is also survived by two sisters; Carol Shaffer of Topeka, and Diane Weatherwax (David) of Parker, Colorado; as well as his nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Blaine enjoyed the family farm, antique cars, barbershop quartets, horseshoes, KU sports, and he loved teaching and his students. He enjoyed his family and friends; and most of all, he adored his grandchildren.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Penwell-Gabel Mid Town Chapel where the family will receive friends one hour prior to service time.  Cremation will follow the service and private inurnment will take place at Sabetha, Kansas at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Gage Park Baptist Church, 3601 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, Kansas 66604.

To leave the family a special message online, please visit www.PenwellGabelTopeka.com.

Jacqueline Jo Anne “Boppies” Krupinski, 82, Atchison, Kansas died Tuesday, August 29, 2017 at the Atchison Hospital.

Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A parish and Daughter’s of Isabella rosary will be recited on Monday, September 4, 2017 at 6:30 P.M. in the chapel of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with visitation with the family to follow until 8:00 P.M. Memorial contributions are suggested to Benedictine College, St. Benedict Catholic School Endowment or Atchison Humane Society and may be left in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Joanne was born June 9, 1935 in Johnstown, Pennsylvania the daughter of John Jack Geddes and Evelyn Rutledge Myers. She attended elementary school in Pennsylvania graduating from Oak Park River Forest High School in Chicago, Illinois.

She and Raymond A. Krupinski were united in marriage on February 16, 1957 in Oak Park River Forest, Illinois.

Joanne was a homemaker and stay at home Mom to her children. She did for brief periods work outside of the home for Mullins Hardware, Benedictine College and O’Keefe Law Office.

She was a member of St. Benedict Parish, past president and longtime member of the Junior Guild; Jaycee Jaynes; Contract Bridge League; St. Benedict College Faculty Wives; Atchison Lady Elk’s; a former Girl Scout Leader; Atchison Hospital Auxiliary; Friends of the Atchison Library; St. Elizabeth’s Circle; Daughter’s of Isabella; Red Hat Society and enjoyed playing Bunco.

Survivors include a daughter, Robin (Dan) Hennigh, Atchison, KS; a son, Thomas G. Krupinski, Erie, PA; three grandchildren, Kirsten (Ronnie) Moppin, Atchison, KS; Samuel Hennigh, Manhattan, KS; Jacob Hennigh, Atchison, KS; brother-in-law, William “Vince” Adomaitis, Aurora, IL; and special friends, Dorlene Blodig, Atchison, KS and Sherry Lange, Atchison, KS.

Joanne was preceded in death by a brother, Blair Myers.

Sharon Ann Nimz, of Maple Winds Apartments of Hiawatha, died Friday morning, August 11, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital.  She was 73.

Sharon was born at Tampa Florida, October 31, 1943, one of three children born to the late Earl and Ola Mae Smith Sexton.  She grew up and attended schools in several towns through the years, before the family settled in Denton, KS, where she graduated from high school with the class of 1961.  Sharon attended Highland Junior College prior to Casters Beauty School in St. Joseph, Missouri, so she could work as a beautician. Sharon learned the value of work as she assisted her parents in the operation of their restaurant, starting at the age of 16.  Through the years, she worked as a beautician, served as postmistress of the Leona Post Office, and drove a truck delivering RV’s/mini campers, making the delivery, then jumping in her car that she towed, and off she went again.  Out of all the jobs she did, she enjoyed this the most.  Sharon returned to Hiawatha and worked for the casino for a time prior to working at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha as a CNA where she was fortunate to work with her two daughters and two of her grandchildren, retiring at the age of 68.

She was a member of Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha, where she volunteered. 

Sharon was a member of the Order of Eastern Star.  Her hobbies included sewing, crocheting, pets, and horse barrel racing when she was younger.

She married Jerome Nimz at Denton, June 28, 1963.  They made their home in Leona for 20 years where they raised their family when they divorced.  They have however, developed a wonderful friendship, celebrating holidays, birthdays, etc. together as a family.  He survives.

Also surviving are her children:  Rebecca Nimz (Jeff Adkins) of Hiawatha, James Nimz (Rose) of White Cloud, Michelle Gepford (David) of Omaha, NE; two brothers Bobby Ray Sexton of Thayer, Missouri, Ronald Sexton of Green Valley, AZ; ten grandchildren with four great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by a grandson.

Cremation is planned with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 9, at the Eternal Hope Worship Center, with Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl officiating. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date at Denton Cemetery.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at Church

Memorial contributions are suggested to Missy Newell Memorial Fund or Eternal Hope Church Memorial Fund, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.   www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Joint memorial services for Nancy Ham Fraser, and her husband Glenn ‘Jake’ Fraser, formerly of Hiawatha, are to be held 3 p.m. Thursday, September 7, 2017, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha.  Pastor Kelly Sipes of Holton, will officiate.

Family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Among survivors are the Fraser children:  Jay, David, Jennifer (Bruce) Shaw, all of Holton, Timothy of Hiawatha; and grandson Christopher.

Nancy died July 18, 2013.  She spent her working life as a certified dietary manager in the food service industry before retiring.  Jake was a heavy equipment operator retiring in 1989. 

He died August 25, 2017.

They lived in Hiawatha until 2006 when they moved to Holton to be near family.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown County Humane Society or Heart of Jackson County Humane Society, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Those wishing to share a message with the family may do so at  www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Patricia L. Platt, 60, Valley Falls, died Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2017, at her home.

She was born Jan. 24, 1957, at Santa Ana, CA, the daughter of Charles E. and Barbara A. Godfrey Montgomery Sr. She graduated from Valley Falls High School in 1975 and then served in the US Navy.

Pat had retired from the Kansas State Dept. of Revenue in Topeka after 35 years of service. She then worked for International Fuel Tax Agreement Inc. for three years. She was a member of St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Valley Falls.

She married Mark Platt, July 6, 1991, at Meriden.  She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jeff Montgomery.

Survivors include her husband, Mark, of the home; two daughters, Brandi (Michael) Atwell and Denise (Mike) Wilson, all of Valley Falls; three brothers, Bobby and James Montgomery, both of Valley Falls, and Charles E. Montgomery Jr., Hoyt; a sister, Deanna Bernauer, Topeka; six grandchildren and one great-grandson.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Valley Falls. Burial will be at the Valley Falls Cemetery. The Rosary will be at 6:00 p.m. Friday, followed by a visitation at Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls.    

Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice Care and sent c/o Mercer Funeral Home, PO Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088. Online condolences are welcome at www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Sister Noreen (Georgette) Hurter, OSB, 89, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Tuesday, August 29, 2017, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Friday, September 1, at 7:00 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Saturday, September 2, at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Noreen was born in Cranford, N.J., on November 22, 1927, to Henri and Ruth Saunderson Hurter. After graduating from Mount St. Scholastica College in 1950, Sister Noreen entered the monastery, making her monastic profession in 1952. She enjoyed her years of teaching on elementary, secondary and college levels in Kansas and Missouri. She was a librarian at Mount St. Scholastica College and first librarian of Benedictine College and served for a year as academic dean at Benedictine College until being elected prioress in 1975. As prioress, she encouraged an ecumenical and international outreach, including concern for refugees, peace work, medical services and rural ministry. Leaving office in 1988, she spent six months at the sisters’ mission in Mineiros, Brazil. Later ministries included Mount development director, development and program director of the Mount Community Center, and principal of St. James School in St. Joseph, Mo. In her retirement, she was monastery librarian.

Sister Noreen was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Eugene. She is survived by a nephew, cousins, and her monastic family. Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home (www.arensbergpruett.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Gabriella Andrea Correa, 25 of Boca Raton, FL passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017.

Funeral service will be 2:00 PM Friday, September 1, 2017 at Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, with Rev. Michael Strickland officiating.  Burial will follow at Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO.  Family will receive friends prior to service from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Humane Society of Palm Beach County and may be sent in care of the funeral home.  Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Gabriella was born December 8, 1991 in Boynton Beach FL, the daughter of Tony and Audrey (Berry) Correa.  She was attending college finishing up her degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Criminal Psychology. Gabriella love volunteering at the local humane society.

Gabriella is survived by her parents, Tony and Audrey Correa, Boca Raton, FL, a paternal grandmother, Benita Pott, a maternal grandmother, Susie Berry, two aunts, Bonnie Emery and Kristi Jamvold.

She is preceded in death by her maternal grandfather Clyde Berry and two uncles David and Doug Berry.

Mary Catherine Kimmi, 98, of Holton, KS passed away Monday, August 28, 2017 at Vintage Park in Holton. She was born June 22, 1919 in West Line, MO the daughter of Walter Henry and Catherine Amanda (Flora) Burden.

Mary graduated from Piper High School in 1936 and attended Kansas University majoring in music. She moved to Holton in 1958 and previously lived in Atchison.

Mary was a homemaker. She also had taught school for 7 years in Severance and Leona, KS and was a piano teacher for over 40 years. She was a member of the First Christian Church and Mary Circle at the church. She was also a member of Qui Vive Study Club and St. Cecilia Music Club.

She married Warren Henry Kimmi on December 11, 1943 in Everest, KS. He preceded her in death on March 26, 2005. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Justin Kennedy on April 18, 2014; a great-great-grandson, Ethan Kimmi; a sister, Vivien Chamberlin and a brother, Uel D. Burden.

 Survivors include 2 sons, Warren E. Kimmi (Mary) of Wichita, KS and Duane W. Kimmi (Kathi) of Holton, KS; a daughter, Janet E. Kennedy (Paul) of Mayetta, KS; 7 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, September 1, 2017 at the First Christian Church in Holton. Burial will follow in the Holton Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Friday morning at the church. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton is in charge of arrangements.

Memorials may be given to the First Christian Church c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visitwww.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Erma Ione (Keim) Wiltz, 88, of Sabetha, passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Sabetha Community Hospital.

Erma was born on October 28, 1928 in Brown County, Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Gertrude Keim. She attended area schools and graduated from Sabetha High School in 1946. She worked at several Sabetha retail stores and retired from Country Mart after 24 years of service. Always wanting to be helpful to friends and family, upon retirement, she spent many years as a volunteer at Sabetha Manor and Cobblestone retirement homes. She was an active member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Erma married Leo Wiltz on September 1, 1948, settling in Sabetha and raising four children.

Erma was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; brothers, Gerald and Lloyd Keim: and cousin, Dorothy Reuhlen, who was raised as a sister. Also preceding her were granddaughter, Jessica Dechant and great-grandchildren, Ryder Dechant and Mya Young.

She is survived by her children, Richard (JoAnn) of Chicago, Susan (Jeff) Allen of Shawnee, Ks., Martin (Darnelle) and Galen (Jolene) of Sabetha. Also surviving are ten grandchildren: Matthew, Phillip, Tori Skinner, Jon, and Tyesha Allen, Adam, Erin, and Austin Wiltz, and Melanie Wiltz and Cassie Hefley, along with four great- grandchildren: Joseph Dechant, Mariena Allen, Kieren Hefley, and Samuel Skinner.

Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at10:30 a.m. at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sabetha. Visitation will be from 7:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday, August 26, 2017 at Popkess Mortuary. Interment will be made at the Sabetha Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sabetha sent in care of the Popkess Mortuary 823 Virginia Sabetha, Kansas 66534. www.popkessmortuaries.com

Sister Kathleen (Mary Janice) Egan, OSB, 102, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Thursday, August 24, 2017, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, 27 Aug, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Kathleen was born in Wales, England, to Jeremiah and Mary Agnes Ahern-O’Sullivan Egan on March 13, 1915. The family moved to New York in 1927. After four years as a social worker in New York City, she entered the Mount community in 1941. She served over 50 years at Mount St. Scholastica College, which became Benedictine College, as a professor of speech and drama and later college librarian. She retired from Benedictine College as professor emerita in 1971, and in 1980, received the Offeramus Award, an honor bestowed by the college on an outstanding alumna.

She and her sister Eileen were friends of St. Teresa of Calcutta; together they wrote three books about her. A friend also of Dorothy Day, Sister Kathleen started several initiatives for the poor of Atchison and beyond. She belonged to professional associations and peace organizations and was a charter member of the American Benedictine Academy. She affirmed the gifts of others and was able to draw out gifts they did not believe they had. Among her students was Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangari Maathai. Her polite gentle approach was tenacious and persistent in matters of peacemaking and of justice for the poor.

Sister Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, by her brothers James and Brother John Mark, F.C.F., and her sister Eileen Egan. She is survived by her sister Mabel Gil, Albany, N.Y., brother Jerome Egan, New York, N.Y., nieces and nephews, and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Sister Mary Benet Obear, OSB, 95, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Friday, August 25, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, August 27 at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, August 28 at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Mary Benet Obear was the third of five children born to Alice and Howard Obear in Chicago, Ill. After graduating from St. Scholastica Academy in Chicago, she worked as an airline hostess and secretary. She entered the Benedictine sisters in Atchison in 1947 and professed monastic vows in 1948. She taught grade school and high school from 1948-1969. She earned a master of science degree in chemistry and math from Marquette University and a master’s degree in gerontology from the University of Arizona. She worked as an activity director at John Knox Village in Lee’s Summit, Mo., and Rockhill Care Center in Kansas City. Mo. She was also director of pastoral care at a nursing home in Tucson, Ariz., for three years. From 1981-95, she taught math and tutored students at Donnelly College. After retiring, Sister Mary Benet worked in the monastery library.

Sister Mary Benet was preceded in death by her parents, Alice and Howard Obear, by her four siblings: Howard Obear Jr., Jane Leiser, Peter Obear and Bettie Obear. She is survived by her sister-in-law, Mary Obear, nieces, nephews and her monastic family. Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home (www.beckerdyer.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Lawrence “Deek” Deeken, 96, of St. Joseph, Missouri formerly of Wathena, Kansas died Friday, August 25, 2017.

Lawrence was born on August 13, 1921 in Wathena, Kansas to Matthew and Mary (Gabriel) Deeken. He was a Navy Veteran of the USNTS HedRon, FAW2 from 1944-1946, receiving medals of Victory, Asiatic-Pacific Area Campaign Medal. Lawrence retired from Armours. He loved to dance, play cards and be around his entire family. His smile and good nature will be missed by many. Hospice services provided by Three Rivers. He was a member of the St. Francis Catholic Church in St. Joseph, Missouri.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son, Lawrence “Bill” Deeken, wives, Eileen (Shalz) Deeken, Joan (Thomas) Deeken, Beulah (Hass) Deeken, children, Tresa Miller, Leroy, Frankie & Phillip Hass, a brother, Albert.He is survived by daughters, Elaine Maddox, Marti Sartain and son’s, Tom Athens and Bill Hass, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren & great-great-grandchildren.

MASS: Tuesday, August 29, 2017 – 10:00 A.M. At: St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in St. Joseph, Missouri Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery in Wathena Prayer Service: Monday evening 6:00 PM at the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, with family visitation to follow. Friends may call after 9 am Monday.. Memorials: family requests memorials to Three Rivers Hospice in lieu of flowers. www.harmanrohde.com

Glen "Jake" Fraser, 90, of Holton, formerly of Fairview and Hiawatha, died Friday, August 25, 2017 at his home.

He was born January 7, 1927 in rural Fairview, the son of John Henry and Mildred Jennifer Houlett Fraser.

Jake left high school early to join the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was a machinist's mate and later joined the Navy Seabees where he learned to operate heavy equipment. He used this training when he returned to civilian life working as a heavy equipment operator for Local 101, Operating Engineers, retiring in 1989.

He married Nancy Carol Ham on March 28, 1952 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She died July 18, 2013. Jake was also preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Jean Zimmerman, Jerald Fraser, Shirley Babb and Janice Kathrens.

Survivors include his children, Jay Glen Fraser, David Wynn Fraser and Jennifer Louise Shaw and husband Bruce, all of Holton, and Timothy Lynn Fraser, Hiawatha, three sisters, Joan Hall, Holton, Mary Kleppee, Hiawatha and Betty Adams, Central Point, OR; and one grandson, Christopher Fraser, in Georgia. Cremation is planned.

A service to honor both Jake and Nancy will be held in Hiawatha and will be announced at a later date.

Memorials are suggested to Heart of Jackson Humane Society, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Leo Sebek, 92, passed away at Beatrice Health and Rehabilitation Nursing Home in Beatrice, Nebraska on Friday, August 5, 2017. Leo was born on June 20, 1925 to Martin and Daisy (Miller) Sebek in Steinauer, NE.

Direct burial 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 26,2017 at the Czech Cemetery, Table Rock, Nebraska. Officiating Pastor Howard Blecha.  No visitation.

Interment Czech Cemetery, Table Rock.  Memorials to family choice

Judith K. Wigle, 73, of White Cloud, died peacefully surrounded by her family, Thursday evening, August 24, 2017, at home.

Judy was born at White Cloud, December 27, 1943, born to Norman Dean Blanton and Mary Ellen Penny Rhodd. She grew up at White Cloud where she attended school. One of Judy’s greatest accomplishments was getting her high school diploma at age of 52. She worked for WDC club in Highland for numerous years. Judy spent most of her working life at Hiawatha Community Hospital as a cook in the dietary department before retiring.

She enjoyed sewing, reading, working in flowers, and going to play bingo. She enjoyed spending time and cooking for family, especially the grandchildren.

Survivors include her children Kimberlie Tilton (Pat) of White Cloud, Richard Wigle (April) of White Cloud, Anthony Wigle (Kyla) of Ashland. Nebraska; her siblings Geral Blanton (Cathy) of rural Hiawatha, Debby Waggoner (David) of White Cloud, Vernon Rhodd (Joni) of Rulo, Nebraska, and Penny Tilton (Ron) of White Cloud; and 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and step-father Vernon Rhodd, Sr.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. Monday where the family will meet from 6 until 7:30 Monday evening.

Family and friends will gather at the funeral home by 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 29, to go in procession for graveside funeral services at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 29, at Olive Branch Cemetery, White Cloud. Angie Cluck will officiate.

Memorial contributions are suggested to NEK Hospice or Brown County Humane Society, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Helen "JoRae" Krogman, 80, of Holton, died Thursday, August 24, 2017 at Medicalodges Jackson County in Holton.

She was born August 17, 1937 the daughter of William Henry and Helen Keifer Nelson.  She graduated from Effingham High School in 1955.

JoRae was a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton and the Altar Society at the church.  Her main vocation was mother and homemaker, but after the kids were raised she worked as a Para-Professional at the Holton High School.

She married Robert A. Krogman on August 10, 1957 at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton.  He survives, of the home.

JoRae was preceded in death by her parents, a son, Michael Krogman, who died shortly after birth, and her brother, Dwight Eugene Nelson.

Other survivors include a son, Gary Krogman (Beth), Silver Lake; two daughters, Nancy Kathrens (Jeff), Holton and Janet Gilliland, Shawnee; seven grandchildren, Bailey Renfro (Cameron), Perry Krogman, Rylie Krogman, Jaimie Goleman (Leif), Mark Kathrens, Joni Wardosky (David), and Jenna Gilliland, and one great grandson, Cameron Wardosky.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 28th at St. Dominic Catholic Church.  Burial will follow in Mt.Calvary Cemetery at Holton.  JoRae will lie in state at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton where a Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, followed by visitation until 8:00 p.m.  Memorials are suggested to St. Dominic Catholic Church or Holton Community Hospital Foundation, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 1034, Holton, 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Virgil Leland Kehr, 81, of Nemaha, Nebraska was born January 18, 1936 in Auburn, Nebraska to Alfred Leo and Marie Margaret (Yelkin) Kehr.  He attended country school and graduated from Shubert High School with the class of 1953.  After graduating, Virgil continued his education by attending college for two years.  In October of 1958, Vigil enlisted in the United States Army and served his country until being honorably discharged from Fort Hamilton, New York in October of 1960.  He returned to Nebraska living in Omaha where he was employed as a safety officer for Nationwide Transportation.  Virgil was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Papillion, V.F.W. and Legion member in South Omaha and a member of the Eagles club.  On September 19, 1987, Virgil was united in marriage to Barbara Stein in Council Bluffs, Iowa.  After living in Omaha for over 35 years, Virgil moved to Nemaha where he has farmed since 2004.  He enjoyed camping, farming, and traveling with the fifth wheel.  Virgil also became a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Auburn.  
Virgil passed away on Wednesday, August 23, 2017, at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Auburn, Nebraska having reached the earthly age of 81 years, seven months, and five days.  He was preceded in death by his parents, son Burl Kehr, and brothers Raymond and Richard Kehr. 
Virgil is survived by his loving wife Barbara Kehr of Nemaha, NE; son David Kehr and his wife Tonia of Elkhorn, NE; step-children: Angela (Rod) Moser of Monroe, IA; Mary Ann (Matt) Sarver of Albia, IA; Michael (Heather) Flahive of Albia, IA; 10 grandchildren; mother-in-law Vivan Stein of Newton, IA; sisters-in-law: Charlotte Kehr of Ralston, NE; Mary Susan Crook of Newton, IA; brothers-in-law: Terry (Barb) Stein of South Carolina; Dick (Alice) Stein of San Francisco, CA; and many other relatives and friends. 
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 29, 2017, at The Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn, Nebraska with Pastor Ken Miller officiating.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Monday, August 28, 2017, at The Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn.  Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. 
Inurnment will be at the Sheridan Cemetery in Auburn at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association of Nebraska, 11711 Arbor ST. suite 110, Omaha, NE 68144.
Online messages of condolence can be left at www.hallfuneral.net
Services are entrusted to Hall Funeral Chapel- 707 15th ST. Auburn, Nebraska (402) 274-3131 
 

Carolyn Lindsay, 76 of Cummings, KS, passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at F.W. Huston Senior Living Center, Winchester, KS.

Graveside service and burial will 2:00 PM Saturday, August 26, 2017 at THE Nortonville Cemetery, in Nortonville, KS, with Rev.  Larry Buss officiating.  Memorials are suggested to Alzheimer’s Association and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS, who is handling the arrangements.  Online condolences may be left atwww.beckerdyer.com.

Carolyn was born on March 22, 1941 in Cummings, KS the daughter of Harry and Glenna (Greer) Kaighin.  She was a housewife. Carolyn was a member of the New Covenant United Methodist Church, Nortonville, KS.  She enjoyed ceramics and hosting her husband’s military parties.

Carolyn married Richard John Lindsay in 1956.  He preceded her in death on September 20, 2005.  Survivors include two sons, Gary and Janet Lindsay, Columbia, IL and David and Carla Lindsay, Cummings, KS, five grandchildren, Tina, Kelly, Heather, Trevor and Dawson Lindsay.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother Buddy Lindsay.

Bruce G. Hollabaugh, 47, of rural Highland, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, August 22, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital surrounded by his family.

Bruce was born at Hiawatha, March 12, 1970, one of three children born to Gene and Naomi Grover Hollabaugh and had spent nearly all of his life at Hiawatha. He grew up here where he attended Hiawatha schools, graduating with the class of 1988.  Bruce was not afraid of work:  he worked for the City of Hiawatha Water Department for 12 years; 6 years for Circle C Farms, Steve Compton, at Scott City, in his farming and custom harvesting operation, and ADM Crosswind Packaging Division in Hiawatha; in addition to helping his family to care for Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Bruce attended First Christian Church in Hiawatha prior to attending to Community of Christ Church in Fanning.  To say Bruce loved the outdoors was an understatement!  He loved to fish but his passion was deer hunting.  Bruce enjoyed loading shells of all types, collecting guns, and a dedicated NASCAR fan.  He enjoyed raising all types of hot peppers for deer summer sausage…and sharing it.  In recent years, he enjoyed processing deer for Rawhide Camp.  Bruce was a true friend to many….would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it.

He married the love of his life Melanie Whetstine Edie March 31, 2012, at the Fanning Church.  She survives.

Also surviving are step-children Kyleigh Edie, Joey Edie, Brennah Edie, all of Highland; his mother Naomi Hollabaugh of Hiawatha; mother-in-law Virginia Whetstine of rural Highland; Grandmother Patty Dean; two sisters:  Debra (Ward) Mitchell of Godfrey, IL, Geriann Marvin of Ozark, MO; sister in law JoEllen (Marion) Howerton of Highland; brother in law John (Dana) Whetstine of rural Highland; 10 nieces:  Chantal Mitchell, Gabriella and Skyer Davis, Ellie Clark, Lacey Banks, Lexie Tayiah, Kinlee, Malaina and Emmyjo Whetstine; 5 nephews:  Scott Mitchell, Justin Clark, Hunter and Gable Howerton, Austin Boos;  2 great-nephews:  Calvin and Brody Mitchell; a great niece Rynley Boos

Bruce was preceded in death by his father Gene; father in law John Whetstine; great-nephew Gabriel Cervantes.

A Celebration of Life Service is planned for 3 p.m. Saturday, August 26, at the Fanning Community of Christ Church, with Kathleen Twombly officiating.  Interment will follow at Iowa Point Cemetery.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Friday where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bruce Hollabaugh Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.   www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Margaret “Doris” Delk, 95, of Troy, Kansas completed her life’s journey on August 18, 2017.

Doris was born September 2, 1921, to George Henry Johnson and Clara Ethel (Price) Johnson. She taught in a one-room schoolhouse in Northeast Kansas for six years before marrying Ernest Neal Delk on August 20, 1946. They spent 51 years together and had three children: Marcia (Leonard) Twombly, of Troy, Kansas, Michael Delk, of Blue Springs, Missouri and Philip Delk, who died in 1976. Doris was proud of her seven grandchildren: Leah, Amanda, Nathan, Aaron, Ben, Beth and Angie; and her four great-grandchildren: Noah, Grace, Owen, and Meredith.

Doris loved her huge garden in which for many years she raised a variety of vegetables and fruits, sharing them freely with friends and family. Loved one will always especially remember her famous strawberry jam. She also enjoyed sharing time with friends and family playing countless games of dominoes, spoons, uno, and pinochle. Doris treasured her church and valued the time she spent in its work. She also spent endless hours in community service.

Doris was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest on December 4, 1997, her parents, a son, Philip Delk and by a brother, Bob Johnson. She is survived by one sister: Clara Belle Culp of Troy and three brothers: George Johnson of Highland, Don Johnson of Atchison, and Paul Johnson of Bendena.

Funeral: Saturday, August 26, 2017 - 10:30 A.M.
At: Community of Christ Church in Fanning, Kansas
Burial: Mount Olive Cemetery in Troy, Kansas
Visitation: family will receive friends1 hour prior to funeral at the church (9:30-10:30) Saturday. Friends may call after 12 noon Friday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to the Friends of Hospice of Jefferson County.

Violet L. Whitten, 97, of Wathena, Kansas passed away Friday, August 18, 2017 at the Shepherd’s D&S Residential.

Violet was born on July 27, 1920 in Johnson, Nebraska to Diedrich L. & Dorothea (Knippelmeier) Holthus.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church of Wathena, Kansas.

Violet married Carl Whitten on April 21, 1941 in Hiawatha, Kansas. He preceded her in death on January 31, 1986. She was also preceded in death by her parents, 4 brothers, John, Harry, Herman & Albert, a grandson, Daniel Weber & a great-grandson, Austin Whitten.

Survivors, her children, Harold Whitten (Donna), of Wathena, Kansas;
JoAnn Weber (Joe), of Wathena, Kansas;
Glen Whitten (Karen Lane), of Gladstone, Missouri;
Many Grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews.

Memorial Service: 6 P.M. Friday evening August 25, 2017 at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home, Wathena, Kansas, with visitation to follow.
Memorials: Wathena EMS or the Doniphan County Ambulance Fund.
Violet’s wishes were to be cremated, with inurnment at a later date.

Laura I.(Gibson) Billups, 98, of Troy, Kansas passed away Friday, August 18, 2017.

Laura was born on March 8, 1919 in Sparks, Kansas to Allen & Rena (Mooney) Gibson.

She was a homemaker.

Laura married Truman Billups. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her parents, sister, Ellen Marsh, brothers, John, Robert, Jake & William Gibson.

Survivors: daughter, Phyllis Roark of Clarksdale, Missouri;
Grandchildren, Brenda Mueller, Lora Bateman & Glen Mueller;
3 great-grandchildren;
Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Graveside service: 10: 00 A.M. Friday, August 25, 2017
At the Iola Cemetery, Sparks, Kansas
There is no scheduled visitation. Friends may call after 12 noon Thursday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.
Memorials: Alzheimer's Association

Goldie “June “Scholz, 93 of Lancaster, KS died Sat. August 19, 2017 at her home.

Funeral services will be 2:30 pm Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017 at the Lancaster United Methodist Church with Rev. Seth Montgomery officiating. Burial will follow in the Lancaster Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:30 pm on Tuesday, Aug. 22rd, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Lancaster United Methodist Church or NEK Hospice and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

June was born on June 8, 1924 on the family farm near Old Huron the daughter of Charles Garold and Wilma Leena (Miller) Harden. June’s mother passed away when June was eleven years old. Her father later married her step –mother Violet (Stirton) Harden. June attended Old Huron grade school and graduated from Effingham High School in 1941. After graduating, June taught at various one room school houses until 1946. On May 3, 1946 June was married to Roy Arthur Scholz at the parsonage in Effingham, KS. They were married for 67 years until Roy passed away on Dec. 28, 2013. June attended the Huron Presbyterian Church until her marriage when she became a member of the Lancaster United Methodist Church where she was active in many duties during the years including delegate to National conferences, serving on the Church Council and leading Sunday School Classes. She was also actively involved in the community. June enjoyed all kinds of craft work such as sewing, crochet, quilting, and candle making to name a few, and always enjoyed sharing these with others. She also enjoyed traveling and had the privilege of traveling to 46 of the Continental States plus Hawaii and Alaska as well as the Holy Land.

Survivors include two sons, Ron (Miriam) Scholz, Denton, KS, and Rex (Stacy) Scholz, Huron, KS, seven grandchildren, Erica (Shane) Foster, Mark(Monica) Scholz, Brad(Jenny) Scholz, David, Lisa, Joey and Koby Scholz and nine great grandchildren, four brothers, Charles (Mary) Harden, Mayetta, KS, Gary Harden, Dean (Pam) Harden, and Allen (Cindy) Harden, Lancaster, KS, and three sisters, Boots Bowen, Parkville, MO, Joyce (Bob) Smith, Kearney, MO, and Donna (Gary) Hegwood, Lancaster, KS. Her parents, step-mother, husband , a son, Ricky Dean Scholz, brothers, William “Bill” and Norman “Pat” Harden and nephew Mike Harden preceded her in death.

LaVeta DeFreece, age 86 of Auburn, passed away at her home Sunday, August 20, 2017.

Survivors include her children and their spouses Sharon Jarrett of Wahoo; John and Cindy DeFreece of Pawnee City; Skip and Rose DeFreece of Portland, OR; Larry and Patsy DeFreece of Auburn; Mary Lou and Dave Young of Tulsa, OK; Nancy Jo Hahn of Auburn; Randy DeFreece of Auburn; Richard and Beth DeFreece of North Platte; 17 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Lucile Criger of Lincoln; other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be Wednesday, August 23, 10:30 a.m. at Hemmingsen Funeral Home in Auburn.  Burial of ashes will be at English Grove Cemetery at Faifax, MO.  Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 5:00 to 7:00.

Memorials are suggested to Sheridan Cemetery Association.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home of Auburn.
 

Michael Lee Nigus, 71, of Hiawatha, passed away Friday afternoon, August 18, 2017, at the Hiawatha Community Hospital, surrounded by his family.

He was born February 7, 1946, in Horton, KS, the only child of Keith “Pete” and Mary Lou Lambert Nigus.  Mike attended schools in Robinson prior to graduating from Robinson High School with the class of 1964.  He served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1969, where he was stationed in Germany for two of those years, discharged at the rank of sergeant.  After his military service, Mike was employed with the Rock Island Railroad.  In 1980, he began working for Union Pacific Railroad until he retired in 1993, as a brakeman.  He has been the owner/operator of Nigus Retail Liquor for the past 30 years.

Mike was a member of Quail Unlimited; BPOE #1741, Hiawatha Elks Lodge; Hiawatha Masonic Lodge #35, AF&AM; and the Hedrick-Moll Post #148, Robinson American Legion.

Mike married Linda Watts, April 17, 1966, and lived in Topeka until 1980, when they moved to Hiawatha.  She survives.

Other survivors include daughters Sheri (Mick) Griffin of Lee’s Summit, MO, Stacy (Steve) Hoy of Falls City, NE; four grandchildren:  Emily and Allison Griffin, Ryker and Jake Hoy.  His mother, Mary Lou Nigus of Hiawatha, also survives.

Mike is preceded in death by his father Keith Nigus.

A Celebration of Mike’s Life is planned for 11 a.m. Thursday, August 24, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Shane Spangler officiating.  Military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.  Private family inurnment will be at Rose Hill Cemetery, Robinson.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Brown County Developmental Services (BCDS), sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.
www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Kay Becker (Robinson) died peacefully surrounded by her three sons on August 18th, 2017 in Atchison, KS, at the age of 69.

Kay is survived by her: Brother, Tom (Frances) Robinson, Atchison, KS; Sister Martha (David) Demmon, Pevely, MO; Son Tony (Tammy) Becker, Overland Park, KS; Son Eric (Angie) Becker, Augusta, KS; Son Matt (Becky) Becker, Manhattan, KS; and her beloved grandchildren: Madison, Nicole, Jacob, Jack, Nate, Toby, Zac, and Drew.

She was preceded in death by her parents, John (Jack) and Mary Robinson. Kay was born in Lexington, NE on October 23rd, 1947 to John and Mary Robinson.

She graduated from Atchison High School in 1965. Kay married Robert Becker in 1967, they later divorced.

After settling in Everest, KS, Kay took on many roles in the community. She was a Cub Scout leader, a baseball coach, and a “mom” to the many friends of her children and those in the community. She was a book keeper for Monson Hardware, AC Oil, USD 430, and managed the Northfield Apartments in Everest.

Kay will always be remembered by her family and friends as a staple in the Everest community, and a selfless individual who was always willing to give of her time and talents. Kay loved her family above all things, and was more than willing to share a story of raising her boys. She was always available for a late night conversat ion, an early morning coffee, or just an afternoon chat. Her grandchildren always looked forward to visiting her, knowing that a game of side-yard baseball, puzzles, or card games were in store. Everyone who knew her will miss her vibrant personality and her willingness to always help…those who were lucky enough to partake in some of the late night conversations will definitely miss her chicken-n-noodles and biscuits-n-gravy.

The rosary will take place at Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, KS, on Wednesday, August 23rd at 6:30 pm, visitation to follow.

The funeral service will take place at St. Leo’s Catholic Church in Horton, KS, on Thursday August 24th, at 12:00 pm with a lunch to follow. A private burial is planned at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, Kay has requested that memorial contributions be donated to the Everest Fire Department, PO Box 166, Everest, KS 66424. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.

Joan Faye Peters, 82 of Winchester, died Friday, August 18, 2017 at F.W. Huston Hospital in Winchester.  

Mrs. Peters was born October 18, 1934 in Winchester, the daughter of Arthur Franklin and Martha Ann Stephenson Clark. She was Valedictorian and a 1952 graduate of Winchester High School .

She served many years as a Secretary at Jefferson County North High School in Winchester, retiring in the 1980's.

She was a member of the Winchester Christian Church and was a 52 year member of the Order of Eastern Star Chapter # 62 of Oskaloosa and Chapter #399 in Meriden.

She married Billy Ray Peters on April 20, 1956 in Winchester, he preceded her in death on June 18, 2010.

She is survived by one son, Larry Peters, Garden City, one daughter, Patricia League, Lee’s Summit, MO, 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by two sisters and one brother.

Services at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, at the Winchester Christian Church. Burial at Reformed Presbyterian Cemetery, Winchester. Visitation with family, 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, before Service at Church. Memorials to Joan Peters Memorial Fund of U.S.D. 339, in care of Barnett Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS   66066. Barnett Family Funeral Home : Oskaloosa, Kansas (KS)

Nancy Bea “Nezat” Wishkeno Llamas, 64, of Topeka, KS passed away Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Rossville Nursing Home. She was born June 2, 1953 in Holton, KS the daughter of Wesley and Nettie Keesis Wishkeno.

Nancy graduated from Rossville High School and had attended Haskell Indian Junior College. She had lived most of her life in the Topeka Community. Nancy retired from the State of Kansas.

She was a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and had volunteered at the Topeka Shawnee County Public Library.  

Nancy married Henry Llamas, he preceded her in death in December of 1992.

Survivors include a brother, Lance Wishkeno (Lucy) of Rossville, KS; 4 sisters, Camilla Chouteau and Audrey Simon of Topeka, KS, Gloria Keesis of Moore, OK and Bernadine Wishkeno of Albuquerque, NM; a son, Wesley Llamas of McKinney, TX and 7 grandchildren.

Graveside Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 21, 2017 at the Wishkeno Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.Sunday evening at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

James (Jim) R. Stout, 71, of Morrill, KS formerly of Blue Eye, MO passed away on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at the Sabetha Community Hospital.

Jim was born on September 16, 1945 in Urbana, OH to Harold and Lucille (White) Stout. He graduated from Urbana High School and enlisted in the United States Air Force soon after. Jim retired after 32 years of service at the rank of Chief Master Sergeant. His career also included many years of home and business construction and remodeling. Woodworking was a favorite hobby.

Jim met and married his wife of 49 years, Mavis Baumgartner of Morrill, while both were serving in the Air Force. They were married in California on February 23, 1968.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Donald Stout.

He is survived by his wife, Mavis of Morrill, KS; sons, Bruce (Kelly) Stout of Columbus, OH, and Kevin Stout of Crawfordsville, IN; a brother, Roger Stout (Becky Cummings) of Unicoi, TN; two sisters, Phyllis (Richard) Quinn of Willard, OH, and Carol (Steve) Gardner of Galena, MO; a sister-in-law, Beverly Stout Norman of Waynetown, IN; and granddaughters, Megan, Alexa, and Dara Stout and Lauren Long.

Funeral services will be Friday, August 25, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the Morrill Baptist Church in Morrill, KS. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to service at the church. Interment will be made at the Morrill Cemetery at a later date and time. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Morrill Baptist Church for building maintenance, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia, Sabetha, KS 66534. www.popkessmortuaries.com

Claude Eldon Zacharias, Sr., 76, of Atchison, KS died Wednesday, Aug. 16th, 2017 at the Mosaic Life Center, St. Joseph, MO following a lengthy illness.

Funeral service will be 11:00 AM on Wednesday, Aug. 23, 2017 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jeff Cochran officiating. Burial will follow in the Sumner Cemetery, Atchison, KS. The family will receive friends from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017 at the Becker Dyer Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to LTACH ( Long Term Acute Care Hospital) and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Claude was born on Oct. 23rd, 1940 in Atchison, KS the son of Elzie. and Mary Ann (Ledom) Zacharias. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1958. Mr. Zacharias worked as a receiving clerk for Blish-Mize Warehouse, Atchison for over 34 years. He enjoyed fishing, camping, 4-wheelers, motorcycles, collecting die-cast cars, and especially spending time with his children and grandchildren.

He was married to Willetta L. Barker on Oct. 13, 1962. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son, Claude (Theresa) Zacharias, Jr., Atchison, KS, two daughters, May L. (Pat) Tharp, Denton, KS, and Pam (Doug) Posey, El Dorado Springs, MO, a sister, Donna Donaldson, Rushville, MO, six grandchildren, one great grandson and several nieces and nephews. His parents, two brother, Elzieand Archie Zacharias, and three sisters, Delores Bush, Cheryl Ann Wentz, and Vanessa Akers, preceded him in death.

Mildred “Marie” Robinson, of Hiawatha, died Wednesday morning, August 16, 2017, at Overland Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Home.  

 Mildred Marie Candis Favors-Robinson was born to Thomas “Pete” and Edname Whitehall-Favors April 17, 1914 in St. Joseph, Missouri. Marie which she was called by family and friends grew up in a small close knit, loving community in Elwood, Kansas where she attended Elwood Elementary School and graduated from Elwood High School. Marie joined the First Baptist Church of Elwood where she was member for many years. 

On August 19, 1939, she was united in marriage to Walter B. Robinson, known by family and friends as “Walt” and moved to Hiawatha. To this union they were blessed with two children, Walter Favors and Florence Edna Marie. God blessed Marie and Walt with over 47 years of wedding bliss till his sudden death in December 1986. 

When World War II broke out and Walt joined the U.S. Army, Marie moved to Omaha, NE where she attended and graduated from Althouse Beauty School and became a licensed cosmetologist. To help in providing a comfortable living for her family, Marie worked as a cook at the Hiawatha Grade School for many years as well as doing hair in her home for people throughout the community. She also worked as a caregiver outside the home. Marie joined the Second Baptist Church of Hiawatha in September of 1948 where she remained an active member until her health began to fail. She was also an active member of Eastern Star Oziel Chapter #30. 

She leaves to mourn her two loving children, Walter Favors (Thelma Fuqua) Robinson of Oakland, CA and Florence (Michael) Grayson of Kansas City, KS, a sister Peggy Smith of Brookfield, MO. Two grandchildren, Joy (Stephen) Robinson-Melendez of Jackson, NJ and Robert “RD” Adamson, Jr. of Lee’s Summit, MO and one great grandchild Robert D. “Tre?” Adamson III of Lee’s Summit, MO and a very special sister-in-love in with whom she shared the same birthday, April 17th, Florence Combs of Hiawatha, KS as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. Preceding her in death are three sisters: Alice “Dutch” Burns, Ruth Roseby, Georgianna “Sis” Chambers and three brothers: Thomas “TW”, Prentice “PJ”, and Virgil Favors.

A Celebration of Marie’s life is planned for 1 p.m. Saturday, August 19, at Second Baptist Church, 308 S 9th St, Hiawatha.  Burial will follow at the Hiawatha Cemetery.
Friends may call at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, after 12 noon Friday, where the family will visit from 6 until 8 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Marie Robinson Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.
www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

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Baseball: Daniel Dulin (2nd season)
   Last year – 18-36 record (best mark since 2013)

Softball: Heidi Jordan (14th season – HC since 2005)
    Last year – 35-12 record (team has won 30+ games every year since 2006; winning 35+ for last 7 years)
(6 of the last 8 years made National tournament – missed out on the tournament last year)

Track: Tom Bond (11th season as HC for Track at HCC – 37 years of coaching)

Volleyball – Jon Bingesser (3rd season)
   Last year – 24-14 record (Most wins since 2010 -- ranked #18 in NJCAA DII at end of season – 1st time ranked since 2011)

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Neola L. Wood Risinger, 86, Perry, formerly of Valley Falls, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017, at a Topeka care facility.

She was born Feb. 19, 1931, at Denison, the daughter of Harold E. and Grace Ferrell Scarlett. She graduated from Valley Falls High School in 1949.

Neola owned and operated Valley Falls Barber Shop for 37 years. She was a member of the Valley Falls United Methodist Church and had attended the Valley Falls Christian Church.

She married Norman Wood, Aug. 26, 1948, at Fayetteville, AR. He died Aug. 13, 1961. She was a homemaker in Denison and then moved to Valley Falls with her children in 1963. She married Carl Risinger, June 5, 1965, at Valley Falls. He died Aug. 20, 2014.

She was also preceded in death by a son in infancy, Jerry Lee Wood; two brothers, Devere and Everett Scarlett; and three sisters, Arlene Gier, Marilyn Kesinger, and Jane Etzel.

Survivors include two sons, Charles (Kathy) Wood, Olathe, and Roger (Ruth) Wood, Meriden; a daughter, Renae (Andy) Pritchard, Perry; four brothers, Marlin Scarlett, Sabetha, Harlin and Gary Scarlett, both of Topeka, and John Scarlett, Wellsville; three sisters, Anita Grahem, Meriden, Leota Bolz, Topeka, and Helen Gibson, Rapid City, SD; 11 grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Aug.19, 2017, at Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls. Burial will be at the Denison Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson County EMS District 11 or to Midland Hospice Care and sent c/o Mercer Funeral Home, PO Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088.

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MILDRED ‘MARIE’ ROBINSON, 103, OF HIAWATHA, DIED AUGUST 16, 2017, AT AN OVERLAND PARK CARE HOME.

A CELEBRATION OF MARIE’S LIFE IS PLANNED FOR 1 P.M. SATURDAY, AUGUST 19, AT SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH IN HIAWATHA.

THE FAMILY WILL RECEIVE FRIENDS AT CHAPEL OAKS FUNERAL HOME, HIAWATHA, FROM 6 UNTIL 8 FRIDAY EVENING.

George Fredrick “Gerry” Elliott, 75, of Hiawatha, died Wednesday morning, August 16, 2017, at home surrounded by his family.

Gerry, how he was known to family and friends, was born May 1, 1942, at Hiawatha, one of two children of Fred and Lyle Hegenderfer Martin and had lived in Hiawatha nearly all of his life.  He grew up in Hiawatha where he attended schools, graduating Hiawatha High School with the class of 1960.  Gerry attended and earned a BSE degree from Emporia State Teachers College. 

He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Conflict where he received the National Defense Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, and Vietnam Service Medal, and served with the 9th Infantry Division, discharged at the rank of Specialist E5.  He finished his military service with the Kansas Army National Guard in 1970.  After returning from Vietnam, he secured a teaching position in Bonner Springs. 

He spent 45 years working as an electrician before retiring a couple years ago.  Gerry enjoyed doing electrical work with his grandfather F.H. Hegenderfer.  Among the many things they built were the magazine racks for Morrill Free Public Library, Hiawatha.

Gerry was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church of Hiawatha.  He enjoyed being in the outdoors, including hunting and fishing.

He married Hallie Pride, October 3, 1998, at Bonner Springs, KS.  She survives of the home.
Also surviving are his children Marcy Elliott of Hiawatha, her daughter Brittany Johnson, granddaughter Arya Johnson; Misty (Elliott) Stewart of Florida; step-sons Donald Wooddell and Franklin Wooddell, both of Hiawatha; 10 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
Gerry was preceded in death by his parents; sister and brother in law Diane and Jim Eichelberger.

A Celebration of Gerry’s life is planned for 2 p.m. Wednesday, August 23, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl officiating.  Inurnment will be at a later date at Wolf River Cemetery #3, near Everest.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to service Wednesday.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Gerry Elliott Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.
www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Laurie Ann Emery, 52, of Atchison, KS died Sat. August 12th, 2017 at Mosaic Life Care Center, St. Joseph, MO.

Funeral services will be 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Dinah Dutta officiating. Burial will follow in the Corpus Christi Cemetery, Mooney Creek, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to help with final expenses and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Laurie was born on Jan. 24, 1965 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Donald E. and Patricia (Portenier) Emery. She had worked as a private home health aide for many years. She was a member of St. Mark’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed gardening, crafts, woodworking, and making homemade jewelry. She was married to Chip Hundley in 1981 and later divorced in 1983. She then married to Danny Flores in 1984 and later divorced in 1993. She was married to Pat Wentz in 1994 and later divorced in 2007.

Survivors include a brother, Patrick Emery, Atchison, two sisters, Brenda (Todd) Fidler, Perham, MN and Donna (Fred) Thompson, Atchison, KS, and seven nieces, Amanda, Megan, Tiffany, April, Ashley, Brittany, Samantha, and one nephew, Brandon, 16 great nieces and nephews and a adopted sister, Pam Griffin, Atchison, KS. Her parents, a brother, Robert Emery and Bob Domann preceded her in death.

Robert D. Makovicka, 83 years of age, of Brock, Nebraska passed away Monday, August 14, 2017 at Northcare Hospice House in North Kansas City, Missouri. He was born on December 6, 1933 in Seward, Nebraska to Frank and Evelyn (Chmelka) Makovicka. Roberts mother passed away when he was an infant and so his step-mother, Molly (Chmelka) Makovicka raised him. He married Betty Morris on October 15, 1954 in Holton, Kansas. Robert served his country in the United States Army from April 23, 1956 to April 18, 1958. He retired as a manager for the Ford Motor Company in Claycomo, Missouri in 1999. Robert was a member of the St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Seward, Nebraska, the American Legion and the VFW. He enjoyed woodworking, yardwork, decorating for Christmas, collecting model cars and salt and pepper shakers and especially spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Robert is survived by 2 daughters, Pamela Sue Morris of Kansas City, Missouri, Tammy Jo Whitmire and husband Mark of Excelsior Springs, Missouri; grandchildren, Charity, Bethany, Del and Taylor Morris, Kristi McIntosh and fiancé John Burton, Brian Williams and wife Alison; great grandchildren, Tre Williams, Jaden, Jaxson and Jace Morris, Damien Frausto, Dylan, Darius and Ashlon McIntosh, Rylee and Brady Williams; sister, Gladys Vrana and husband Don; and 2 brothers-in-law, Larry Morris and wife Beth and Merle “Mac” Morris. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank, Evelyn and Molly; wife of 60 years, Betty on October 8, 1914; an infant daughter; and a sister, Dorothy.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, August 19, 2017 at Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn, Nebraska with Pastor John Henderson officiating. Interment with military rites will follow in the Lafayette Cemetery near Brock, Nebraska. Visitation with family greeting friends will be for one hour prior to services on Saturday at Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn, Nebraska. Memorials are suggested to the Northcare Hospice House, 2800 Clay, North Kansas City, MO 64116 with the funeral home in charge. Condolences may be left online at www.hallfuneral.net. Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn, Nebraska in charge of arrangements.

Chris A. Holthaus, 60, of Seneca, Kansas passed away on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City. After a three week battle with cancer he went home to be with his Lord.

Chris was born on November 4, 1956 the youngest son of Carl Holthaus and Rosemary (Olberding) Holthaus in Seneca. He attended Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School and the Seneca Public School. He graduated in 1974 from Nemaha Valley High School. Chris attended NEK Vo-Tech in Atchison in the electrical program, and Pittsburg State Technical program for electrical motor repair. He then worked for Radig Electric in Emporia. While attending a Christian youth event at Kansas State University he met Cathy Sheahan. They were married on February 21, 1981 in Beloit. Together they have seven children.

They moved home to the family farm in Seneca, and Chris set up Holthaus Electric Motor Service in his garage in August of 1982. He established the business literally from the ground up. He built the garage, the motor rewinding equipment and ovens needed to repair electric motors. Chris was assisted in customer service by his wife, his children, and an array of dogs, cats, geese, turkeys, and a goat.

Eventually he moved the business to Seneca in the old Kuckelman building, and finally to the Osterhaus land west of Seneca where his crew Ken, John, and Steven continue the service. He served customers in all of northeast Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska, and Iowa, wiring grain bins, rebuilding grain driers, building phase convertors for irrigation systems, and installing electrical components into many of the industrial businesses. All of his sons had an opportunity to work with him, and learn the trade. In 2007, he and Cathy bought the old First National Bank building. Together they completely restored it with help from their children and many others.

Chris enjoyed teasing and hearing a good joke or story. He also enjoyed the quiet of the country, animals, and adventures. At any time one might find on their farm such as, dogs, cats, raccoons, geese, ducks, turkeys, ostriches, pigs, cows, horses, a turtle, cockatiel, and chickens. He loved his wife, and children, and his grandchildren lit up his life. He always looked forward to family coming home to play. Although he often said, “I made many mistakes in life”, his desire was to serve God, and know Him more.

Chris was preceded in death by his infant son, Caleb Daniel; his parents; and a brother, Gene Holthaus.

He is survived by his wife, Cathy Holthaus of Seneca, KS; his children, Kara Holthaus of Leseburg, VA, Derek (Breanna) Holthaus of Tonganoxie, KS, Jordan Holthaus of Pittsburgh, PA, David Holthaus of Olathe, KS, Nik Holthaus of Highland, KS, and Katy Holthaus of Tonganoxie, KS; a brother, Mark (Joyce) Holthaus of Seneca; sisters, Marian (Ray) Rottinghaus of Seneca, KS, Maxine (Terry) Rice of Horton, KS and Stella (Frank) Pella of Tecumseh, NE; a sister-in-law, Karen Holthaus of Seneca, KS; and five grandchildren, Isaiah, Elijah, Roman, Justus, and Penny Holthaus.

Funeral services will be Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the NorthRidge Church in Sabetha. Visitation will be Friday, August 18, 2017 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the NorthRidge Church in Sabetha. Interment will be made at the Seneca Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be written out to the Chris Holthaus Scholarship for people pursuing a career as an electrician, sent in care of Popkess Memorial Chapel, 814 Castle, Seneca, KS 66538. www.popkessmortuaries.com

Neola L. Wood Risinger, 86, Perry, formerly of Valley Falls, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2017, at a Topeka care facility.
 
 She was born Feb. 19, 1931, at Denison, the daughter of Harold E. and Grace Ferrell Scarlett. She graduated from Valley Falls High School in 1949.

Neola owned and operated Valley Falls Barber Shop for 37 years. She was a member of the Valley Falls United Methodist Church and had attended the Valley Falls Christian Church.

She married Norman Wood, Aug. 26, 1948, at Fayetteville, AR. He died Aug. 13, 1961. She was a homemaker in Denison and then moved to Valley Falls with her children in 1963. She married Carl Risinger, June 5, 1965, at Valley Falls. He died Aug. 20, 2014.

She was also preceded in death by a son in infancy, Jerry Lee Wood; two brothers, Devere and Everett Scarlett; and three sisters, Arlene Gier, Marilyn Kesinger, and Jane Etzel.

Survivors include two sons, Charles (Kathy) Wood, Olathe, and Roger (Ruth) Wood, Meriden; a daughter, Renae (Andy) Pritchard, Perry; four brothers, Marlin Scarlett, Sabetha, Harlin and Gary Scarlett, both of Topeka, and John Scarlett, Wellsville; three sisters, Anita Graham, Meriden, Leota Bolz, Topeka, and Helen Gibson, Rapid City, SD; 11 grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren.

A funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, Aug.19, 2017, at Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls. Burial will be at the Denison Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Friday.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson County EMS District 11 or to Midland Hospice Care and sent c/o Mercer Funeral Home, PO Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088. Online condolences are welcome at www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Leola A. Green, of Wellington FL, formerly of Reserve, passed away August 12th, 2017.

She was born to the late Ralph and Emma Dunavan on Sept. 29th, 1938 in Washington County, KS. She was also predeceased in death by twin sisters Irene and Ilene and three older brothers, Ralph, George, and Lee. All her brothers kept a close watch (too close she would say) on her as she grew up in Reserve, KS where she graduated from Reserve High School.

At the age of 18, Leola met and married John Green. The couple traveled quite a bit in the early years of their marriage due to John's work, eventually settling in Wisconsin Rapids, WI in 1961. Eight years later they moved to Milan, TN and in 1979 became Floridians.

In addition to taking care of her home, husband, and raising her family Leola enjoyed gardening, quilting, and was an avid reader, especially of old western novels. She also enjoyed traveling the country with John in the couple's RV after his retirement in 1999.

Along with her loving husband of 60 years, Leola is survived by their children: Debbie Campbell (Charlie) of Humboldt, TN, Dianna Schwartz (Doug) of Royal Palm Beach, FL, Donna Rioux (Gaetan) of White House, TN, Darren Green (Isabell) of Lantana, FL, and one brother Levern Dunavan of Hiawatha, KS. She will be deeply missed by her nine grandchildren and two adorable great-grandchildren.

Funeral services are planned for 10 a.m. Thursday, August 17, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, with Shane Spangler officiating. Graveside services are planned for 3 p.m. Thursday at the Rusco Cemetery in Washington County, KS.

Friends may call after 12 noon Wednesday at the funeral home where the family will meet with friends from 6 until 8 that evening.

A memorial service for Leola will be held in Florida at a later date.

Donations in Leola's memory may be made to the TrustBridge Hospice Foundation or to the National Kidney Foundation, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Constella “Connie” Wilson, 74 years old, of Atchison, Kansas passed away Friday, August 11, 2017 at Mosaic Life Care.

Funeral service will be Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 1:00 P.M. at the Second Christian Church with Rev. Paul Kelley officiating. Visitation with the family will be Thursday, from 12:00 noon until service time at the church. Interment will be Friday, August 18, 2017 at 11:00 A.M. at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Second Christian Church and may be left with the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral home, with whom the final care has been entrusted. Online condolences and messages to the family may be left at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Connie was born on May 19, 1943 in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Thomas H. and Anna Mae (Spencer) Winrow. She attended Lincoln Elementary and graduated from Atchison High School in 1961.

She and Benjamin W. “Ben” Wilson, Jr. were united in marriage on August 23, 1962 in Atchison, Kansas. Mr. Wilson preceded her in death on October 23, 2015.

Connie was employed at the Atchison County Courthouse in the County Appraiser’s office for fifteen years and in the pharmacy at Wal-Mart for ten years. She was the first African American female County Commissioner in Atchison.

She was a member of the Second Christian Church, where she served faithfully as an usher, and formerly served as President of the Usher Board. She was also a member of the Atchison Juneteenth Committee. She received the IMAGE Award from the NAACP. Connie enjoyed spending time with her sister in Omaha, shopping, and sewing; she was named “Miss Needle and Thread” in high school. Connie loved her dog Shiloh, whom she affectionately referred to as a brother to her daughters!

Connie leaves to cherish her memory three daughters, Veronica A. (Stanton) Parker, Kansas City, KS, Nicola R. Thomas, Atchison, KS, Tanya C. Wilson, Atchison, KS, a sister, Carlette Winrow, Omaha, NE, eight grandchildren, Amber Harris, Stan Parker II, Anisa Stillman, Andre’ Harris, De’Anna Wilson, Benny Parker, Kreana Thomas, Jakiera Thomas, nine great grandchildren, Tyeera Heyward, Keyantroi Heyward, Tavion Heyward, Ca’Mara Stillman, Draya Harris, Rai’Jon Edwards, Cayd Stillman, Joshua Harris, Messiah Harris, and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and numerous other family members. She also leaves behind a special friend, Jon Shook, Des Moines, IA.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and Anna Mae Winrow.

Ila L. (Malicky) Spaulding, 89, of Beatrice died at Homestead House on Sunday morning, August 13, 2017. She was born September 18, 1927 near Red Cloud and with her family moved to Wymore where she attended the Wymore School system. She worked as a dental assistant and the gas company in Wymore and for State Savings and Loan/American Charter in Beatrice. She also worked for Bahr Grain in Barneston as a bookkeeper. On February 14, 1955, she married Elton Malicky and they lived and farmed in the Barneston area. They also owned and operated Mac and Ila’s upholstery and ceramic shop in Barneston. After Elton’s death, she was married to Ben Spaulding on August 31, 1990 in Beatrice. She worked as an assistant at the City Hall in Highland and also wrote for the Highland newspaper. They lived in Hiawatha, KS, Firth and Highland KS where she and her husband built two homes together. After Ben’s death, she moved to Beatrice in 2005. She was a member of Christ Community Church of Beatrice. She was also a member of the Barneston American Legion Auxiliary and had been a Jr. Auxiliary Leader, the Wymore Zephyr Dance Team, the Red Hats and the Beatrice Art Guild where she had served as President, the Garden Club of Highland and the card club at Wymore Country Club. She enjoyed bowling, painting, dancing, writing and publishing cook books, was instrumental in writing and editing the Barneston Centennial Book and moving and renovating the Otoe Indian School in Barneston. She was also an excellent cook and baker.

Survivors include one son, Jack Malicky and wife Betty; one daughter, Diana Logan all of Beatrice; two step-children, George and Susan Spaulding of Shawnee Mission, KS and Peter and Aleta Wallace of Berkeley, CA; five grandchildren, Rebecca (Wade) Spencer, James (Gracie) Golembiewski, Edward (Darlene) Golembiewski, Rodney Nies, Robin (Brian) Gilliland; five great-grandchidlren; one great-great-granddaughter. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Emma Maline Crawford; by husband Elton; by husband Ben; one brother, one sister and two sons-in-law, Edward Neher and Larry Logan; one step-daughter.

Memorial services will be held Thursday, August 17, 2017 at 10:30 A.M. at the Fox Funeral Home of Beatrice with Jack Magness officiating. Inurnment of the cremains will be held at 2:00 P.M. on September 18, 2017 at the Highland Cemetery of Highland, KS. A memorial has been established to the family’s choice. Visitation will be held at Fox Funeral Home of Beatrice on Wednesday from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M. with family greeting friends and relatives from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. www.foxfuneralhome.net. Fox Funeral Home of Beatrice in charge of arrangements.

Shane Eugene Martin, 35, of Horton, KS passed away suddenly Sunday, August 13, 2017 at Horton Hospital. He was born February 25, 1982 in Holton, KS the son of Eugene Walter Martin and Linda Kay (Hopkins) Marr.

Shane attended Seaman High School where he participated in wrestling and football. He worked for Crosswinds dog food plant in Hiawatha for a while.

Shane married Crystal Lanier, they were divorced. He married Betsy Rose Douglas, they later separated.

Survivors include his son, Jeremy Eugene Martin of Topeka; his step-father and mother, John and Linda Marr of Topeka; his father, Eugene Martin of Commerce, OK; sister, Stephanie Lynn Martin of Holton, KS; step-sister, Debra Martin of Arizona; brother, James Ray Martin of Topeka, KS; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

 He was preceded in death by a son, Joshua Ray Martin in 2006.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 18, 2017 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton with burial to follow in the Holton Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Thursdayevening at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Jeremy Martin Educational Fund c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visitwww.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Rosezan Toledo, 91, of Mayetta, KS passed away Sunday, August 13, 2017 at her home. She was born on February 25, 1926 in Mayetta, the daughter of Oliver and Mary (Shoughnesse) LeClere.

Rosezan attended Marty Indian School in Marty, S.D. and graduated from Chilocco Indian School in Chilocco, Oklahoma. She retired from St. Francis Hospital in 1991 where she worked as a ward clerk for 15 years.

She was a member of Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church and Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation.

She married Paul Williams, he preceded her in death. She later married Leonard Toledo, he also preceded her in death.

Rosezan was also preceded by a daughter, Mary Ann Mitchell; 5 sisters, Mary LeClere, Cecilia Madrid, Julia Sanchez, Evelyn Davis and Clairicie Jenson and 3 brothers, Leonard LeClere, Edward LeClair and John LeClere.

Survivors include 4 sons, Michael Toledo, Gary Williams, Marcus Gutierrez (Connie) all of Mayetta, and Ronald Gutierrez of Topeka. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great- great-grandchild.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Our Lady of the Snows Catholic Church with burial to follow at the Danceground Cemetery. Rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton with visitation to follow until 7:30 p.m. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Harold E. Elliott, 85, of rural Hiawatha, died Saturday evening, August 12, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital. 

Harold was born southwest of Hiawatha February 4, 1932, the son of Herbert O. and Bernice (Loose) Elliott.  Early in childhood, he moved east of Hiawatha to the farm where he lived and farmed with family, spanning four generations, for 75 years prior to living the last 5 years at the Pines South of Hiawatha.

Harold attended the Prairie Springs School and then graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1950.  On December 27th, 1959, he married Norma (Stuermer) Elliott. She preceded him in death on February 8, 2011.

Harold enlisted in the Kansas Army National Guard, 154th Field Artillery, after high school attaining the rank of Master Sergeant prior to his discharge.

A life-long member of Bethany United Church of Christ, Hiawatha, he served the church in many ways including several terms on the Consistory.  Harold also served terms on the boards of the Brown County Coop (Ag Partners), Hiawatha Community Hospital, Brown County Soil Conservation District, and he was past-president of Prairie Springs Farms, Inc. and Elliott Farms, Inc. He was a past member of the Hiawatha Lions Club. 

Survivors include: a son, Howard and Lori Elliott, a daughter, Jean Ann and Ray Brintnall of Hiawatha, five grandchildren: Mathew (Amy) Elliott, Teresa (Levi) Manche, Sara Elliott, Jay (Jessica) Brintnall, and Jessie Brintnall; four great- grandchildren: Caleb, Eric, Annie Manche, Clara Elliott; and a sister, Charlene (James) Hogan.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, after 12 noon Tuesday.  The family will meet with friends that evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home.

A Celebration of Harold's life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 16, at Bethany United Church of Christ in Hiawatha.  Pastor Shane Spangler will officiate.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Bethany United Church of Christ Memorial Fund or Hiawatha Community Hospital Foundation, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Thelma A.(McCown) Knowles, 83 of Summerfield, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born on December 18, 1933 to Dan and Helen (Baker) McCown in Beatrice, Nebraska.  

Thelma worked in the Pawnee City, Nebraska Sewing Factory for several years until it closed, then she went to work  for Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Wymore, Nebraska until her illness.

Thelma enjoyed her the chihuahuas and watching her birds, especially her humming birds and spending time with her  family.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Howard Knowles, son Robin Whitmore, grandson, Joshua D. Whitmore, sisters, Cleo Lichty, Joan McCown, brothers, Max McCown and Dan McCown.

Thelma is survived by daughters, Betty (Robert) Burger, Summerfield, KS, Nina (Mark) McClellan, Marysville, KS, sons; Roger (Sheryl) Brown,Ohio, Shane Whitmore of Summerfield, KS, Scott (Dee) Whitmore of Beatrice, NE, Rusty (Donata) Whitmore of Pickerel, NE, Michael (Judy) Knowles of Beatrice, NE, 29 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, sister Judy (Larry) Johnson of Ashland, NE, brothers; Lonnie McCown of North Dakota, John (Roxie) McCown of Steel City, NE and several step family.

Services 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska. Officiating  Pastor Eric Biehl.   Visitation on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 from Noon to 8:00 p.m, with family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Wherry Mortuary, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Interment at the Summerfield Cemetery, Summerfield, Kansas. Memorials to family choice. On line condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com.

Dorothy Brokamp, 103, died Friday, August 11, 2017 at Life Care Center in Seneca.

A rosary will be prayed at 2 PM Sunday, August 13, 2017, at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:30 AM Monday, August 14, 2017, at St. Bede’s Church in Kelly. Burial will be in the St. Bede’s Church Cemetery.

Peggy “Pat” Jane Edwards, 84, of Elwood, Kansas passed away Friday, August 11, 2017 at the Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. 

Pat was born on April 28, 1933 in Elwood, Kansas to Walter & Helen (Purvis) Kuschell. 

She was a member of the Elwood Community Church & prior longtime member of the Clark Memorial United Methodist Church of Elwood. She was primarily a homemaker. 

Peggy married Dale Edwards on August 3, 1951 in Elwood, Kansas. He preceded her in death on April 26, 2000. She was also preceded in death by her parents & a sister, Bonnie Littlewood. 

Survivors: daughter, Valerie D. Bilecki (Henry), Maryville, Missouri; 
Sons, Jason R. Edwards (Donna DeBose), Mount Pleasant, Iowa; 
Christopher Edwards (Darla), Valley Falls, Kansas; 
Grandchildren, Laura Bilecki Cobb & Cody & Collin Edwards; 
Brother, Ronald Kuschell, Elwood, Kansas; 
Nieces & nephews. 

Graveside Service: 3:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 15, 2017 
At the Mount Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas 
Visitation: 2-4 Sunday afternoon at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas. Friends may call after 12 noon Sunday. 
Memorials: Cancer Research or the Compassus Hospice 

Sharon Ann Nimz, of Maple Winds Apartments of Hiawatha, died Friday morning, August 11, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital. She was 73.

Sharon was born at Tampa Florida, October 31, 1943, one of three children born to the late Earl and Ola Mae Smith Sexton. She grew up and attended schools in several towns through the years, before the family settled in Denton, KS, where she graduated from high school with the class of 1961. Sharon attended Highland Junior College prior to Casters Beauty School in St. Joseph, Missouri, so she could work as a beautician. Sharon learned the value of work as she assisted her parents in the operation of their restaurant, starting at the age of 16. Through the years, she worked as a beautician, served as postmistress of the Leona Post Office, and drove a truck delivering RV’s/mini campers, making the delivery, then jumping in her car that she towed, and off she went again. Out of all the jobs she did, she enjoyed this the most. Sharon returned to Hiawatha and worked for the casino for a time prior to working at Maple Heights Nursing Home in Hiawatha as a CNA where she was fortunate to work with her two daughters and two of her grandchildren, retiring at the age of 68.

She was a member of Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha, where she volunteered. Sharon was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Her hobbies included sewing, crocheting, pets, and horse barrel racing when she was younger.

She married Jerome Nimz at Denton, June 28, 1963. They made their home in Leona for 20 years where they raised their family when they divorced. They have however, developed a wonderful friendship, celebrating holidays, birthdays, etc. together as a family. He survives.

Also surviving are her children: Rebecca Nimz (Jeff) of Hiawatha, James Nimz (Rose) of White Cloud, Michelle Gepford (David) of Omaha, NE; two brothers Bobby Ray Sexton of Thayer, Missouri, Ronald Sexton of Green Valley, AZ; ten grandchildren with four great-grandchildren.

She was also preceded in death by a grandson.

Cremation is planned with a memorial service at 11 a.m. Saturday, September 9, at the Eternal Hope Worship Center, with Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl officiating. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date at Denton Cemetery.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at Church
Memorial contributions are suggested to Missy Newell Memorial Fund or Eternal Hope Memorial Fund, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.  

Russell Eugene Baxter, 74, of Mayetta, KS passed away Thursday, August 10, 2017 at his home with his family by his side. He was born October 3, 1942 in Holton, KS the son of Lawrence and Lillie Beth (Ray) Baxter.

Russell graduated from Mayetta High School in 1960. He proudly served in the United States Army from 1962 – 1965, during the Vietnam Era. He also served for 1 year and 7 months with USARPAC.

Russell worked his early years at Whelans’s in Topeka and later for many years at Dupont and Frito Lay, also both in Topeka. He retired from Fed Ex in Topeka, which was formerly known as Watkin’s Delivery. Russell was also a lifetime farmer and rancher.

He was a member of the Mayetta Christian Church, Holton American Legion Post #44, Holton V.F.W. Post #1367 and Mayetta Cutting Horse Club.

Russell married Gladys Cato in January 1966 in Georgia, they later divorced in 1980. He married Marquita Buckmeier on March 7, 1990 in Las Vegas, NV, she survives of the home. Other survivors include a son, Gary Baxter (Amber) of Mayetta, KS; a daughter, Dana Harris (Chris) of Mayetta, KS; 2 step-sons, Tom Miller (Glenda) of Topeka, KS and Michael Hoog (Jen) of Ishpeming, MI; 16 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

Bernice Lucille Jones, 96, of Holton, KS passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at Medicalodges Jackson County. She was born February 5, 1921 in Soldier, KS the daughter of Charles and Dolly (Murphy) Kranz.

Bernice was awarded her G.E.D. and attended Soldier schools. She was a life-long member of the Jackson County community. Bernice began her career at Slimaker Dress Factory and later worked as a CNA & CMA at Jackson County Nursing Home (currently named Medicalodges Jackson County), retiring after 25 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening, sewing, and volunteering at Head Start in Holton, KS. Bernice was a member of the Holton First Baptist Church.

 Bernice married Willis Jones on December 12, 1942. He preceded her in death on July 27, 1973. She later married Oliver R. Jones on January 25, 1975. He preceded her in death on October 19, 2001.

Survivors include 2 stepdaughters, Jean Brewer of Ontario, OR and Darlene Wade of Fruitland, ID; 4 grandchildren, Jeff Sanchez (Shelly) and Lisa Dodson (Tim), both of Kearney, MO, Tammy Sanchez of Lawrence, KS, and Julie Gregory (Scott) of Linwood, KS; 9 great-grandchildren; and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

 She was preceded in death by a daughter, Marylou Sanchez in 2011; a son, Ronald A. Jones in 2012 and 2 step-daughters, Shirley Fellman and Donna Cook. 

 Memorial Services will be 10:30 am Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. A private family Inurnment will be in the Holton Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the First Baptist Church c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com. 

Kimberly “Kimmie” Kay Blair 42 of Du Bois, Nebraska promoted to glory on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the Pawnee County Hospital in Pawnee City, Nebraska.  She was born on September 6,1974 to Albert Edward and Marilyn (Stoll) Blair in Omaha, Nebraska.

If you were blessed to know or have met Kimberly Blair, than you were blessed indeed and a friend for life.  She was known as Tinker Toy by her beloved father.

Kimmie was a loving and happy person and a joy to be around.

Kimmie loved her beanie babies, bead work, crafts, making pot holders, music both listening and playing. Her “children” were he numerous pets and beanie babies.

Kimmie was a Soldier of the Salvation Army.

She was preceded in death by her father Big Al Blair, sister, Jane Tangeman, brother Jim Blair.

Kimmie is survived by her mother Marilyn Blair of Du Bois, NE, sisters & brothers: Jeanet (Rod) Knaak, John (Kathy) Blair, Jack (Joan) Blair, Erika (Jerry) Latimer, Monika (Matt) Brady, Veronica (Ken) Barker, many nieces, nephews, cousins whom she loved very much.

Memorial service 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street,  Pawnee City, Nebraska. Officiating Lts. Joseph and Rachel Irving.  Visitation one hour before service at Wherry Mortuary, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  A register book will be available to sign Monday from 9 to 5 at the mortuary.

Inurnment Du Bois Cemetery, Du Bois, Nebraska.  Memorials to Cancer Research for “Mesothelioma”  On line condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com

Charles “Chuck” L. Toy, 73, succumbed to cancer at his home August 8th, 2017. 

Chuck is survived by his wife Sarah of 45 years, son Christopher and Katherine Toy, and grandchildren Theodore and Millicent, Wichita, KS. He was preceded in death by his son Travis in 2014. 

Chuck retired from Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company after 36 years in 2001, and went on to work alongside his son Travis doing general carpentry and construction.  He enjoyed spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing, growing vegetables in his garden, and Jayhawk athletics, an interest forced upon him by his son Chris. 

A visitation will be held Sunday, August 13th from 3-5 p.m. at the Christian Church Fellowship Hall in Valley Falls.  Memorial contributions may be made to Valley Falls Christian Church and Jefferson County Hospice. Arrangements with Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Topeka. Chapeloaksne.com

Jessica Lee (Brown) Scott, 55, of Atchison, KS, passed away, Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. 

Funeral Services will be 2:00 pm, Monday, August 14, 2017 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, with Rev. Russ Cooper, officiating.

Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm, Sunday at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the service and inurnment will take place at a later date in the Sumner Cemetery.

The family suggest memorial contributions in honor of Jessica be made to the Sumner Cemetery. Words of condolence and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Russell J. “Smoke” Davis, of Highland, died late Sunday evening, August 6, 2017, at the Hiawatha Community Hospital at the age of 76.

‘Smoke’ as he was known by family and friends, was born at Sparks, July 29, 1941, one of nine children born to John and Margie Mooney Davis and had lived in the Sparks/Highland area his entire life.  He grew up at Sparks where he attended school.  Smoke moved to Highland to Kings’ Court Apartments over 15 years ago to make his home.  He worked at Ernie’s in Highland as a waiter for a number of years.

Russell was a member of Sparks Baptist Church.  He liked to garden, fish, and enjoyed being outside.  He was a kind gentle man that would give you the shirt off his back, and never met a stranger.  In recent years, you would see Smoke riding his John Deere riding lawn tractor all over Highland.

Survivors include three brothers:  Larry of Deluth, Roy of Sparks, Toney of Pleasanton; five sisters:  Shirley Ramsey of Kansas City, LaVerta Weis of Highland, Sally Williams of Cleveland, OH, Diann Heimerman of Sparks, Brenda Leavey of Kansas City, KS; with numerous, numerous, nieces and nephews.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. Thursday where the family will visit from 5 until 7 Thursday evening.  Cremation will follow visitation with family inurnment at Iowa Point Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions suggested to help with funeral expenses which may be sent to the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.
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Edna Mae (Schoenfelder) Miller, 78, of Elwood, Kansas passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 at her home.

Edna was born on December 16, 1938 in Troy, Kansas to Francis E. & Elizabeth (Studer) Schoenfelder.

She was a member of the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church & the Women’s Council both of Wathena. Edna started working in Franklin, Nebraska Hospital & nursing home, then in Republican City, Nebraska as owner & operator of the Gateway Motel. She also worked in food services & volunteered at the Joyce Patterson of St. Joseph, Missouri & the Keen age Center & nursing home of Wathena.

Edna married Gerald Vincent Miller on May 10, 1958 in Troy, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 2008. She was also preceded in death by her parents, infant sister, Betty Lou, a brother, LaMonte “Lee’ Schoenfelder, son-in-law, Thomas Bruegging & sister-in-law, June Schoenfelder.

Survivors: daughters, Pam Glisson, Kearney, Nebraska
Jacqueline Bruegging, Kansas City, Missouri
Sons, Steven Miller (Donna) & Rodney Miller (Kathy) both of San Diego, California
Grandchildren, David & Danny Glisson, Amanda Bruegging, Zachary, Lexi, Laura & Dayna Miller
Sister, Pat Meers
Brothers, Franklin “Bud”, Francis E. Jr., Larry & Dwayne Schoenfelder.
Numerous nieces & nephews

Funeral Mass: 10:30 A.M. Thursday, August 10, 2017
At the St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Wathena, Kansas
Rosary: 7 P.M. Wednesday evening at the church, with visitation to follow.
Friends may call after 9 A.M. Wednesday at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas.
Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas
Memorials: St. Croix Hospice or any cancer research of donor’s choice.

Billy Frump, 85, of Severance, Kansas passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017.

Billy was born on October 27, 1931 in Severance, Kansas to Ira and Anna (Long) Frump. He was a lifelong resident of Doniphan County and worked for Herzog as a supervisor in the Railroad division, retiring in 2001 after 33 years.

He was a founding member of the Elwood Fire Department, served in the Horton National Guard for 15 years, a member of the Elwood Lions Club, 50 year plus member of the Wathena Masonic Lodge #64 AF &AM

Bill married Norma Jo Ann Liechti on June 30, 1954 in Elwood, Kansas. She survives of the home.

He was preceded in death by his parents, grandson, Joey Frump, 2 sisters; Geraldine Smith and JoAnn Farr

Additional survivors: sons, Billy Lynn (Jeanette) Frump of Severance, Kansas
Jack (Sue) Frump of Elwood, Kansas
Gary Joe Frump of Troy, Kansas
Daughter, Christi Lysaght of Severance, Kansas
4 grandsons, 5 granddaughters, 9 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren
2 sisters; Pearl Rice of Lancaster, Kansas
Judy (Gilbert) Garcia of Tampa, Florida
Aunt Arlene Smith of Troy, Kansas

Funeral Service: Thursday, August 10, 2017 – 2:00 P.M.
At: Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas
Burial: Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena where there will be a Masonic Committal service under the auspices of the Wathena Masonic Lodge #64.
Visitation: family will receive friends Wednesday evening 6-8 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Hospice:

Mary Catharine O'Neil, age 103 of Wellsville, Kansas passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 in Hiawatha, Kansas.

Funeral services will be 11AM, Saturday, August 12, 2017 at Wilson's Funeral Home in Wellsville. Visitation will be 10-11AM, one hour prior. Interment will follow services in the Wellsville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wellsville United Methodist Church in care of Wilson's, PO Box 486, Wellsville, Kansas 66092,

Mary Catharine O'Neil was born August 4, 1914 in Edgerton, Kansas the daughter of John C. and Ida Mae (Campbell) Fairchild. She grew up outside of Edgerton and graduated from Edgerton High School. On September 14, 1947 she married Forrest Paul O'Neil. He preceded her in death February 15, 2010. She was a true homemaker all of her life, known for her cinnamon rolls and other baked goods. She loved her family and being with and around them.  She was also a skilled seamstress and a member of the Wellsville United Methodist Church.

Mary is survived by her daughter, Mary Ball of Wellsville; daughter and son-in-law, Peggy and Gene Hillyer of Hiawatha; son and daughter-in-law, John and Cathleen O'Neil of Overland Park; 6 grandchildren; and 8 great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and husband.

Bradley E. Tollefson, 62, of Silver Lake, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2017 at his home.

He was born on July 5, 1955 in Brown County, Kansas the son of Norman and Dorothy Barnes Tollefson.

Brad worked for Westar in Topeka, Kansas for over 40 years, first as a lineman, then as a dispatcher. He had retired from there in April of this year.

On May 31, 1975 he married Susan Fryman they were later divorced.

He leaves behind two children, Matt Tollefson of Overland Park, Kansas and Manda (Ian) Mcphee of Kapa'a, Hawaii; two brothers, Tim (Carole) Tollefson of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Terry (Cindy) Tollefson of Olathe, Kansas; three grandchildren, Eve & Elle Tollefson and Karina Mcphee and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M.on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at the Zion Lutheran Church north of Everest, Kansas. The family will greet friends on Friday evening from 6:30 to 8:00 P.M. at the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, Kansas. Burial will be at the Zion Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Bradley Tollefson memorial fund to be designated later and may be sent in care of the mortuary.

A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Norma Marie (Wopata) Binder was born to Ed and Elsie (Skillet) Wopata on August 26, 1920 on a farm northeast of Table Rock, Nebraska.  Norma went home to be with her Lord and Savior on August 6, 2017. She attended high School in Table Rock and graduated in 1939.

   After graduation, Norma taught at the clear Creek School for three years.  On May 9, 1942 she was united in marriage to Howard Binder at her parent’s home. While Howard was serving over-seas during WWII, Norma moved to Lincoln, Nebraska where she worked at the Western Electric Company.

   After Howard’s honorable discharge from the Army, they moved back to Table Rock and began to farm.  To this union were born three children, Richard, Marcia, and Marlys.  On October 20, 1957, Norma trusted Christ as her personal Savior.

   Norma was preceded in death by her father, her mother and her husband.  She is survived by her three children: Richard (Karen) Binder of Table Rock, NE; Marcia (Bernie) Augsburger of Washington, IL; Marlys (Gary) Fisk of Pine, CO; Nine grandchildren: Darwin (Jennifer) Binder of Forest City, MO; Dustin (Jenny) of Craig, MO; LaShawn (Blake) Noel of Oregon, MO; Michael (Liz) Augsburger of W. Des Moines, IA; Michelle (Jared) Johnston of Grinnell, IA; David (Jessica) Fisk of W. Des Moines, IA; Nathan (Laurie) Fisk of Rifle, CO; Aaron Fisk of Troy, OH; and Katie Fisk of Golden, CO; and fifteen great grandchildren.

   Norma was a member of Faith Baptist Church, Pawnee City, NE. 

 Funeral services 10:00 a.m., Thursday, August 10, 2017 at the Faith Baptist Church, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Pastors Bernie Augsburger, Pastor Mike Augsburger and Pastor Chris Rohrbaugh officiating. Visitation Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska. Interment was at the Table Rock Cemetery, Table Rock, NE. Memorials to family choice.  On line condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com
 

Kent Emerald Rogers, 72, Manhattan, died peacefully in Topeka after multiple health issues and a short bout with cancer on Thursday, August 3, 2017.

Kent was born June 21, 1945, at the Family Naval Camp Lejeune, North Carolina to Lyle and Alta Mae Justis Rogers. Kent graduated from Fairview High School, Fairview, KS in 1963. He continued his education at the Kansas State Teachers College, Emporia, KS, receiving a teaching degree in physical education and mathematics. Kent earned both his Masters and Educational Administration degrees at Wichita State University.

Kent and Sondra (Gleason), wed nearly 50 years ago on September 3, 1967, at the Seneca United Methodist Church. They have three sons, Randall, Kirby, and Eric Rogers.

Throughout Kent’s life his passions revolved around education, athletics and family. He began his teaching and coaching career at Rossville, KS. Then during his six years at Nemaha Valley High School, Seneca, Kent taught math and coached football. In 1973, the Atchison Globe named him Coach of the Year. A year later, Rogers was head coach for the Jaycee All-Star Football game and an assistant coach in the KS Shrine Bowl. In 1975, he served as head coach at the KS Shrine Bowl.

Shortly thereafter, the Rogers family moved to Hesston, KS where Kent taught high school math and coached football and track. After four years, Kent accepted a faculty, head football and track coaching position at Bethel College, North Newton. He was named KCAC and District 10 coach of the year in 1984 after an undefeated season.  At the end of his 16 year tenure, Rogers was the winningest football coach in Bethel history. In 2003, Kent was named to the Bethel College Athletic Hall of Fame.

Rock Creek Middle/High School was Kent’s next stop, transferring his responsibilities to that of Assistant Principal and Athletic Director in 1995. Six years later, Rogers was named the KIAAA Middle School AD of the Year. After 13 years at Rock Creek, and 40 years in education, he decided to retire only to pick it up again working part-time at Manhattan Eisenhower MS then taking the part-time AD position at Wamego MS. Through the years, he was an active member of KSHSAA, basketball official and track starter. In 2008, Kent was awarded the NIAAA State Award of Merit for his distinguished work in leadership and athletic administration.

Throughout his life, Kent’s heart was in pushing his students, athletes and his own sons to do their very best in all they pursue. He found great pleasure in seeing the young people he mentored succeed in order to in turn make an impact on the world around them. Kent was a man of few words but when he did speak, it was direct and to the point. He cared deeply for his family and friends and was quietly generous.

Kent was preceded in death by his parents, Lyle and Alta Mae (Justis) Rogers and Mother-in-law, Evelyn (Goodman) Gleason.

Kent left behind his wife, Sondra; Son, Randall (Cindy) and grandsons, Reece, Trey; Son, Kirby (Christina) and grandchildren, Gracie and Jayson; Eric and granddaughter, Abigail. Father-in-law, William Gleason; Brothers, Brad (Marie) Rogers, Butch Rogers, Dal (Diane) Winger; Sisters, Turi (Al) Melichar, Lyla (Lyle) Edelman, Nila (David) Swett, Joyce Meyer, numerous nieces, nephews, and a lifetime of friends and colleagues.  

There will be a time to visit with the family before the service from 1:00 – 3:00; both at Lauer Funeral Home, 212 S 4th Street, Seneca, KS.

Kent loved the color of Purple so on the day of the funeral please wear purple and be casual.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 12, at 3:00 PM.  As the immediate family attends the interment, directly after the memorial service, other friends and family are welcome to move to the American Legion at 812 Main for a further time of fellowship.

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Kent Rogers Memorial Scholarship Fund may be made to Community National Bank, 210 Main Street, Seneca, KS 66538.

Lauer Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .

Barbara Jean Finger, formerly of Powhattan, passed away March 5th at the age 89.

Among survivors are her children:  Marilyn Yantis, Kathy Gates, Linda Carson, Ruben Finger and Julie Little

A Celebration of Barbara’s Life is to be held at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, 1 p.m. Friday, August 18, 2017.

A reception immediately following for family and friends to be held at the Country Cabin, 2534 Kestral Road, Hiawatha.

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Mildred A. (Middy) Baker, passed away August 6, 2017 in Hiawatha Kansas

Mildred Agnes Baker was born December 10, 1921 in Rulo, Nebraska to Luther James and Cynthia Ely James. She was one of five siblings: Carl James, Everett James, Willard James and sister Ethel James Goodwin. She grew up in White Cloud and graduated high school with the class of 1941.  She had moved to Hiawatha a few years ago due to failing health.

On June 14, 1941 see was married to Kenneth Baker in Troy, Kansas and remained married until his passing in 1982. Mildred worked at the egg plant in Hiawatha where she met many friends and often spoke of her adventures there. She worked the remainder of her career at Kelly’s Store in White Cloud as a bookkeeper.

She attended Community Christian Church in White Cloud for many years following Christ.  Upon living in Hiawatha, she in recent months had been attending the Eternal Hope Worship Center.  On August 6, 2017, she peacefully went home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ. Middy was a member of the ladies auxiliary of the American Legion Post #154 in White Cloud.

She was very active in her Legion by volunteering for many events throughout her life. She loved to crochet and quilt, leaving behind many handmade treasures. Most notably, she was known for her keen sense of humor, wit and a bright smile. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and they will miss her dearly.

She has left behind 4 grandchildren: Randy Runion, Lisa Adams-Runion, Jillian Baker and Jason Baker, five great grandchildren, a sister in law Mary Jane Waggoner of Hiawatha, many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Mildred was also preceded in death by her parents; her husband Kenneth Baker, daughter Barbara Runion, son James Baker and granddaughter Rachael Baker.

A Celebration of Mildred’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, August 12, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland.  Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl of Eternal Hope Worship Center will officiate.  Interment will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery, White Cloud.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. until 7 Friday evening.  The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Olive Branch Cemetery which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.       www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Ruth Marie Page, 74, Rushville, Missouri died Saturday, August 5, 2017 at Carriage Square Nursing Center in St. Joseph, Missouri.

Funeral services will be Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at 2:00 P.M. at Sugar Creek Church in Rushville, Missouri with Rev. Keith Hoover officiating. Interment will follow in Sugar Creek Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be Tuesday, August 8th from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Cancer Society and may be sent in care of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with whom the final arrangements have been entrusted. Online condolences may be left at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Ruth was born November 29, 1942 in Stonington, Connecticut the daughter of William E. and Ruth E. Banker Hoadley. She moved as a young child with her family to Atchison, Kansas where she attended elementary school and graduated from Mt. Saint Scholastica Academy.

She and Thomas L. Page were united in marriage on October 28, 1963 in Murphy, North Carolina.

Ruth was employed with Ball Brothers Drug Store at the fountain as a waitress for many years.

Ruth enjoyed sewing in her free time making a lot of doll clothing and was an avid follower of CNN News on the television. She and her husband spent many years traveling to Hawaii.

Survivors include her husband, Thomas Page of the couple’s home in Rushville, MO; two sons, Tom (Tammy) Page, Kansas City, KS; Jerry Page, Broadway, NC; a sister, Theresa Parris, Atchison, KS; two brothers, John Hoadley, Independence, MO; Eddie Hoadley, Lawrence, KS; and five grandchildren, Jason Page, Melinda Page, Samantha Page, Brandon Page and Erin Page.

Ruth was preceded in death by a son, Mike Page and her parents, Bill and Ruth Hoadley.

(February 25, 1969 - August 1, 2017) Joseph Andrew Taisipic, 48, of Horton, Kansas, passed away on August 1, 2017 in an automobile accident west of Horton, Kansas. He was born on February 25, 1969 in Portsmouth, Virginia, the son of Joseph and Julia Delgado Taisipic. Joe served in the U.S. Army from 1989 to 1993. He most currently worked for CJ Foods in Bern, Kansas. Survivors include his mother, Julia Taisipic of Yona, Guam; father, Joseph Taisipic of Tuscan, Arizona; four sons, James Adams of Moore, Oklahoma, Michael Taisipic of Topeka, Kansas, Tobin Wabnum of Holton, Kansas and Skylar Wabnum of Everest, Kansas; two daughters, Kathryn Wabnum of Holton, Kansas and Jalesia Taisipic of Horton, Kansas; three brothers, Thomas Taisipic of Yona, Guam, Edward Taisipic of Hobart, Indiana and John Taisipic of Yona, Guam; one granddaughter, Emberly Stout. The funeral mass will be at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at the St. Leo's Catholic Church in Horton, Kansas. A rosary will be recited at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday evening at the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary with visitation to follow. Inurnment will be at the Guam Memorial Park Cemetery in Barrigada, Guam. Memorials may be made to the Joe Taisipic memorial fund to be designated later and may be sent in care of the mortuary. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Sharon Kay Mooney, 74, of White Cloud, Kansas, passed away peacefully August 2, 2017, at Hiawatha Community Hospital in her sleep after a short illness and of a broken heart after losing her grand-daughter recently. After passing, Sharon embarked on her heavenly family reunion with family and friends. Sharon was born to Cecil and Mae Hobbs Sisk Eckley in Highland, KS, November 1, 1942.

Sharon was a proud member of the Iowa Tribe of Northeast Kansas and Nebraska.

She attended Highland and White Cloud schools prior to graduating from Reserve High School. She lived in Highland and on April 1, 1962, she married Kenneth Mooney of Sparks, KS. They made their home in White Cloud all of their married life and until Sharon’s death. Sharon, at a young age, walked beans for local farmers. She worked at various jobs through the years: Flair Fold shutter plant in Hiawatha; Meal Site director for the Iowa Tribe, Secretary of the Iowa Housing Authority, cook at the Iowa Tribe restaurant, a waitress at Ernie’s in Highland, retiring from Casino White Cloud in 2007.

Sharon loved reading, doing puzzles, watching all the cooking shows, gardening, and spending time with family and friends.

Survivors include her son Terry (Michelle) Mooney of White Cloud; grandson Christopher of White Cloud; great-grandchildren: Kadyn and family of Falls City, Nebraska, Lucy, Leila and family of Wellsville, KS, Cruz and family of Mound City, MO, Aunt Winnie Fischer of Freemont, NE, sister in law Beverly Sisk of Highland. Her pet children include Mandy and Suzie A.; nieces and nephews: Margaret Packett and family, Wanda Lou Craig and family, Georgia Rhodd; step –brothers and sisters: John Kelley, Jim Kelley and family, Margaret Kelly and family, Rhonda Willey and family, Ronnie Kelley and family, Connie Jones and family, Terry Kelley and family, Rick Kelley and family.

Preceded by: parents Cecil and Mae Hobbs Sisk Eckley; husband Kenneth in 2004; grand-daughter Megan; step-brother Randy; brother Frank “Sonny” Sisk; sisters: Betty Gallegos, Wanda Rhodd, and Dorothy Robidoux.

Special note: Your wish has come true. You said we all have each other. But Megan needed you more. You were apart a short while but together again. When you see Megan, give her a hug and whisper in her ear Mom and Dad love you.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 12 noon Sunday. The family will meet with friends that evening from 6 until 8.

Graveside services are planned 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 7, at Olive Branch Cemetery, White Cloud. Duane Scates will officiate. Burial will follow.

Following services, family and friends are invited to the George Ogden Building on the Iowa Reservation for lunch.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Olive Branch Cemetery which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Paul Eugene Kramer, 57, of Seneca, died on August 2, 2017. His courageous two-year battle with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma ended peacefully in his home, with his family by his side.

Paul was born December 28, 1959 at the hospital in Axtell, Kansas to Eymard and Alice Burdiek Kramer. He was the fifth of six children. Paul attended Nemaha Valley Grade School and graduated from Nemaha Valley High School in 1978.

In September of 1986 Paul married Jean Warnica and he was blessed with three boys, Joel, Jared and Ethan. The couple later divorced. Paul has an adopted daughter, Haylee, from a later marriage that ended in divorce.

Paul was a devoted and hardworking employee. Over the years Paul was employed at the Seneca Elevator, A1 Auto Supply and the Saints Peter and Paul School as a janitor. Until his death, Paul was employed at Suther Building Supply in Seneca where he was employed for the past twenty years.

Paul was a member of the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca, Kansas where he was a church usher for many years. Paul was a 4th degree member of the Ponce De Leon Assembly and the Knights of Columbus Council 1769. Paul loved life and didn’t let anything keep him from doing the things that made him happy. He enjoyed spending time with his children and family, telling jokes, making wine, brandy, salsa and home-made ice cream. He enjoyed bowling and being outdoors hunting, fishing, shooting blue rock and golfing.

Paul is survived by his four children, Joel (Jennifer) Kramer of Axtell, Kansas, Jared Kramer and Ethan Kramer both of Manhattan, Kansas and Haylee Kramer of Sabetha, Kansas; his father, Eymard (Joyce) Kramer of Holton, Kansas; his mother, Alice Burdiek Kramer of Seneca, Kansas; and his siblings, Donna (Darrell) Heinen of Axtell, Kansas, Steve(Marcia) Kramer, Wayne (Cindy) Kramer, Dave (Angie) Kramer all of Seneca, Kansas and Susan (Tom) Steinlage of Emporia, Kansas; and many nieces and nephews.

Before his passing, Paul learned he was going to be blessed with his first grandchild in February of 2018.  Paul was very excited to be a grandpa and we all know he will be watching over and loving that baby from heaven, with the biggest smile on his face.

Rosaries will be prayed at 2 and 7 PM on Friday, August 4, 2017 at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca, Kansas. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 AM on Saturday, August 5, 2017, by Father Arul Carasala at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca. The Knights of Columbus Choir will sing. Paul will be laid to rest at the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials can be sent in care of Lauer Funeral Home and will be designated at a later time.

To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .

Shirley I. Weaver, age 97, formerly of the Hamlin-Hiawatha area, died Sunday, July 30, 2017, at Beatrice Health and Rehabilitation Center, Beatrice, Nebraska.

Shirley Ione Cloud was born December 24, 1919 southwest of Hamlin, Kansas to Frank and Ione (Berkley) Cloud.  She was raised northwest of Hamlin and attended Pleasant Hill Grade School and graduated from Hamlin High School in 1937.  Shirley worked in the Brown County Courthouse before she married Glenn E. Weaver on December 8, 1943 at her parents’ home. 

Glenn and Shirley lived on a farm north of Hamlin and later east of Hamlin until they retired to Hiawatha in 1990.  Shirley enjoyed helping Glenn on the farm and raising a garden.  She attended Hamlin Baptist Church most of her life where she was a member.  Glenn died February 7, 2008 after 64 years of marriage.  Shirley continued to live in Hiawatha until her health changed and she moved to Beatrice, Nebraska in 2012 to be near family.

She is survived by 3 children:  Janet (Chris) Pasker of Claremont, California; Jack (Connie) Weaver of Wheaton, Illinois; Rita (Dave) Smith of Beatrice, Nebraska; 8 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and a sister and brother-in-law Ann and Jim Woods of Long Beach, California. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Glenn, son Randy, and her parents.

A Celebration of Shirley’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, August 5, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha.  Shane Spangler will officiate with burial at Hamlin Cemetery.

Friends may call after 12 noon Friday at the funeral home where the family will meet from 6 until 8 that evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown Co. Historical Society; Ag Museum or the Hiawatha Community Hospital, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S. 7th St., Hiawatha, KS  66434. www.chapeloaksfuneralhome

Robert C. Blain, 68 of Falls City, NE, passed away July 31, 2017 at Falls City, NE.  He was born April 30, 1949 at New York, NY to Earl and Antoinette (Passerelli) Blain.

Following graduation from High School, on August 23rd 1967 he enlisted in the US Army. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War earning a National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Sharpshooter Badge, Marksmanship badge and a Bronze Star Medal.  He was honorably discharged on July 26, 1971.  Robert moved to Falls City in 2007 where he remained until his death.

Robert is survived by his son, Eric Blain and his fiance’ Kayla Mattingly of Springfield, MO, daughter, Amy Blain of Falls City, grandson, Samuel Blain of Springfield and Step-grandson, Elgin James of Springfield.

As per Robert’s wishes his body has been cremated and no services are planned.