Wayne A. Martin, 87, of Topeka, KS, passed away Sunday, September 29, 2019 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. He was born February 7, 1932 in Logan, OK, the son of Russell A. and Ocie A. (Luck) Martin.

Wayne lived in the Havensville area until 1950 and in Topeka since 1956. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict.

He worked at Ed Marlings in warehouse and delivery and later for Highland Park Barber Shop from 1962 -1973 with his brother Dwayne. Wayne retired from USD 501 in 1983; working in warehouse and delivery. He was a member of the Southern Hills Mennonite Church in Topeka.

Wayne married Betty J. Krehbiel on July 20, 1969 in Topeka; she preceded him in death on September 13, 2003 after over 34 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Opal Nicholas, Maxine Reid and Sarah Elmore.

Survivors include his 2 sons, Brad Martin (Suzanne) of Louisville, KY and Greg W. Martin (Suzannah) of Topeka, KS; 3 sisters, Fern Neal of Marlo, OK, Josie Jackson of Salt Lake City, UT and Carol Kuehl of Manhattan, KS; 3 brothers, Dwayne Martin of Topeka, KS, Lloyd Martin of Silver Lake, KS and Bob Martin of Wichita, KS and 2 granddaughters, Lillie and Molly Martin.

Funeral Services will be 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 4th, 2019 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial with Military Honors will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery in Topeka. Family will greet friends from 5:30 – 7:00 P.M. Thursday, October 3, 2019 at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Southern Hill Mennonite 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.

Glenda Diane (Crockett) Gamby, 75 of Chadron, NE, died Friday, September 27, 2019 at Highland Park Care Center in Alliance.

Born on May 7, 1944 in Keokuk, Iowa, she was the daughter of Glen and Melrose Crockett. On September 3, 1967 in Kahoka, Missouri she married John E. Gamby.

She is survived by husband, John, two daughters, Diane (Douglas Jelinek) of St. Charles, Illinois, Sarah Gamby (Travis Wagoner) of Crete, Nebraska and son, John (Jack) Gamby (Stacy) of St. Peters, Missouri; four grandchildren, Hayley Jelinek, Nathan, Jackson and Austin Gamby; sisters, Patsy (Max Mitchell) of Homer, Alaska, Linda Lou (Al Nagy) of The Villages, Florida, Bette (Mark Stuart) of Columbia Missouri; brothers, Guy Crockett of Columbia, Missouri and George Crockett of Kahoka, Missouri. She was preceded in death by sister, Susie Hagmeier.

Glenda graduated from the University of Missouri earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in history and literature. She earned her Master of Library Science at the University of Illinois. She received her teaching certificate at Chadron State College.

Her passion for books started at a young age when she would play make believe library with her books. For 29 years, she worked as a Public Services Librarian at the King Library at the Chadron State College.

Glenda, a lifelong sports fan, played basketball in high school and with the Women's Athletic Association (WAA) at Mizzou. She also played tennis and golf. She enjoyed watching both basketball and tennis as well other sports throughout her life.

Glenda was a member of United Methodist Church, the P.E.O. Sisterhood, Eastern Star, American Legion Auxiliary and the Nebraska Veterinary Medical Association Auxiliary. She served on the Board of the Chadron Public Library and volunteered at the Dawes County Historical Museum.

Memorials in memory of Glenda may be made to the Dawes County Historical Museum or the P.E.O. Sisterhood for scholarships for young women.

Graveside services are planned for 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 2, at the Claytonville Cemetery, south of Hiawatha. Pastor Andrew Finch will officiate.

The family will meet with friends starting at 9:30 a.m. at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawaths, to go in procession to the cemetery for services.

Chapel Oaks Funeral Home is in charge of local arrangements.

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Jason Wayne Pantle, 42, of Cummings, KS, passed away Saturday, September 28, 2019 at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS.

Funeral services will be 2:00 PM, Thursday October 3, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison KS with Rev. Al Schirmacher officiating. Burial will follow in the Doniphan Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Wednesday, October 2, 2019 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorials are suggested to the Jason Pantle Musical Scholarship and maybe sent in care of the funeral home. Words of comfort and remembrance may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Jason was born on March 22, 1977 the son of Richard L. and Shelly (Faught) Pantle. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1995. He was a lifelong musician and most recently played guitar for the Blake Camp Band. Jason enjoyed riding horses and mules, coon hunting and traveling. He was an avid fan of the band “KISS” and loved to entertain his family and friends.

Jason was married to Celeste Servaes on May 20, 2016. She survives of the home. Additional survivors include two sons John and Franklin Pantle and two daughters Elaina and Audrey Pantle, all of Cummings, KS, his mother Shelly and stepfather Michael Noll, paternal grandparents Richard and Ruth Pantle, Nortonville, KS, sisters Leanne Pantle, Wetmore, KS and Julie (Troy) Myers, Cummings, KS, a step brother Nicholas Noll, Cummings, KS, and a step sister Lisa Noll, of Orangevale, CA. Jason is preceded in death by his father, and grandparents John and Rose Faught.

Gwendolyn Allen, age 95 of Auburn, passed away Friday, September 27, 2019 at her home near Auburn.

Survivors include her children Janice Moore (Ron) of Kearney, MO, Sharon Hessler (Bill) of Auburn. Jack Allen, Diana Perry (Ron); grandchildren Shannon Moore (Diane), Mindy Grusing (Brent), Matthew Demers (Lizzie), Carissa Curtis (Kurt), Jenny Wallinger, Bryce Perry; great-grandchildren Caleb, Micah & Asher Grusing, Justyn (Kiana) Curtis, Brandon Curtis, Alivia Wallinger, Eastlyn Wallinger, many other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be Wednesday, October 2, 10:30 a.m. at Hemmingsen Funeral Home. Visitation will be at the funeral home Tuesday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. with family greeting friends 6:00 to 7:00. Burial will be at Sheridan Cemetery near Auburn.

Memorials are suggested to family choice for later designation.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home of Auburn.

Kent Edward Strahm, 69, of Topeka, KS formerly of Sabetha, KS passed away Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Rolling Hills Health Center in Topeka.

Kent was born March 15, 1950 in Sabetha, Kansas the son of Ivan and Charsta (Ukele) Strahm. He attended Oneida Elementary School and graduated from Bern High School in 1968. Kent joined the Kansas Army National Guard. After being discharged, he took classes at Missouri Northwestern, Highland Community College, and took culinary courses in Atchison, Kansas. In 2002, Kent moved to Valley Falls.

Kent enjoyed writing letters, and was known for his excellent penmanship. He built model cars, and did woodworking.

Kent was preceded in death by his parents.

Kent is survived by his brother, Larry (Lorene) Strahm of Sabetha, KS, and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the Popkess Mortuary Chapel in Sabetha, KS. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to service time at the funeral home. Interment will be made in the Albany Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Albany Historical Society or the Tanner and Carson Ukele Education Fund, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, KS 66534. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Bonnie Lee (Vaughn) Tietjens, 74, of Morrill, Kansas died Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Sabetha Community Hospital.

Bonnie’s wish was to be cremated.

The family would like to thank the Sabetha Community Hospital and their caring nurse’s staff, along with Dr. Christian Tramp and Pastor Andy Smith.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

William L. Chambers, 74, of Atchison, Kansas, died Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at the Atchison Hospital. 

A private family graveside will be at a later date at St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Final care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.  

William was born on February 28, 1945, in Atchison, Kansas the son of Everett and Marie (Kasten) Chambers. He attended White Clay Elementary School and Lancaster and graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1963. While at ACCHS William participated in football, basketball, and track all four years. He then went on to earn his Master’s Degree from Emporia State. 

He and Lois K. Wagner were united in marriage at St. Patrick’s Church. Mrs. Chambers preceded him in death on November 8, 1995.  

William served in Kansas City as a teacher until his retirement. After he retired from education, William owned a carpet cleaning service as a way to help pass time. Prior to teaching William managed a body shop and even spent a few years working on a harvest crew. He enjoyed carpentry and performing many different small jobs. 

He served in the United States Army Guard and was activated during the Vietnam War. 

Survivors include two sons Jason and Ryan Chambers, Kansas City, two sisters, Shirley Congrove, Kansas City, MO, Katie (Dave) Clem, Lancaster, KS, and two sister’s-in-law, Beverly Chambers, Julia Chambers.

He is preceded in death by a son, Troy Chambers, two brothers, Norman Chambers, Jim Chambers, and his parents.

Mary E. Ewing, 98, of rural Hiawatha, died Wednesday morning, September 25, 2019, at Maple Heights Nursing Center.

Mary Elizabeth Pyle was born April 13, 1921 at home in Hamlin, Kansas to Frank and Ruth (Kern) Pyle.  Mary was born on her father’s birthday.  Mary Elizabeth rode her horses to Mulberry Grade School, which she attended eight years.  She attended Hamlin High School and graduated in 1939.  Again, she rode her horse for 2 years and then rode in a car the last two years with a neighbor.  She played on the girl’s basketball and softball teams, played trumpet, and sang in the glee club while in high school.  Mary attended Kansas State University for one year.  On March 6, 1941 she married Edward Ewing. They lived on a farm south of Padonia, KS for most of her life. First, in a 3 room house which was just north of the present house.

Throughout her life, Mary Ewing taught Sunday School classes for children of all ages.  She taught nursery school in Hamlin Baptist Church for several years.  After joining the Padonia Methodist Church, she taught high school age Sunday school classes.  She joined the Methodist Church in Hiawatha in 1965 where she taught 7th and 8th grade Sunday school classes.

Mary was active in both church and community clubs and activities.  Mary was a charter member of the Padonia PEP unit and held most of the offices in the Methodist Woman’s Society of Christian Services.  She also assisted in the making of the Padonia Cook book.  She assisted in her children’s school activities where she was a member of the Kitchen Quarterback Club at Hiawatha High School, a group formed to teach mothers about football and as a chaperone at many of her children’s school activities.

For many years, Mary worked in Hiawatha at Bierer’s clothing store, A & B Fabrics, WW Shoes, and the KSU Extension office.

Mary loved gardening and annually filled her freezer with produce from her garden.  She also loved her kittens and was still talking about the kittens who followed her to the milk house and garden.  Mary seldom spent a day without a needle in her hand.  She was an accomplished seamstress and quilter having made over 30 quilts by hand.

Left to cherish her memory are two sons, Jim (Debra) and Larry (Beverly) of Hiawatha and one daughter, Martha, of Holt, MI., and 6 grandchildren and 4 step grandchildren, and 13 great grandchildren  and 14 great step grandchildren.  In addition, she is survived by her sister, Rachel Sanner of Waterville, KS, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother and sister-in-law (Dewey and Donna Pyle), brother-in-law (Russell Sanner) and daughters-in-law, Anita Ewing and Paula  Ewing.

Services will be held at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Monday, September 30, 2019, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior to services.  Friends may call at the funeral home after 12 noon until 6 Sunday afternoon.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that memorials be given to Brown County Historical Society, in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S. 7h Street, Hiawatha, KS  66434.

A special message or remembrance may be sent to www.chapeloaksfuneralhomecom

John B. Solie, age 73 of Brownville, passed away at is home Thursday, September 26, 2019.

Survivors include his wife Lou of Brownville; daughters and son-in-law Amanda and Caleb Stone of Chandler, OK; Deborah Solie of Brownville; grandchildren Seth, Jared, and Ethan Stone; sisters and brothers-in-law Susan and Rick Wachtler of The Woodlands, TX; Nancy Solie and Paul Logue of Jefferson, GA; sisters-in-law Sherry Warrick of Omaha; Kay (Paul) Fish of Brownville; brother-in-law Marty (Allison) Hayes of Brownville; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be Tuesday, October 1, 10:30 a.m. at Hemmingsen Funeral Home in Auburn. Burial will follow in Walnut Grove Cemetery at Brownville. Visitation will be at the funeral home Monday 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 6:00 to 7:00.

Memorials are suggested to Lewy Body Dementia Association or Brownville Christian Church.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home of Auburn.

William "Bill" Allen Negonsott, 70, of the Kickapoo Reservation, passed away on Monday, September 23, 2019 at his home.  He was born on May 5, 1949 in Horton, Kansas the son of Milton Leslie and Evelyn Wahwassuck Negonsott.

Bill graduated from Powhattan High School in 1967. After high school Bill worked for Rockwell International, Indian Action Team, Kickapoo road maintenance as a heavy equipment operator and the Kickapoo Farm and Ranch before retiring. He volunteered his time mowing the Veteran's Park, surrounding cemeteries and the dance grounds. Bill enjoyed playing scat with is Senior Crew, shooting the breeze with Jim, playing slots, hunting, night fishing, telling stories of his basketball days at Powhattan, playing his guitar, collecting antique lures and most importantly he loved spoiling his pride and joy, Wapa and Teags.

Survivors include two sisters, Janet Negonsott (Phil Zephier) of Horton, Kansas and Tammy Wahwassuck (Skup Allen) of Horton, Kansas; aunt, Ramona Wahwassuck of Horton, Kansas and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Emery and John Negonsott, four sisters, Mary Ann Blacksmith, Mabel "Osh" Dupuis, Norene Negonsott and Patricia Negonsott.

Drum services will be at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Kickapoo Community Building. Burial will be on Friday morning before sunrise at the Negonsott Cemetery on the Kickapoo Reservation. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Jerry Dettmann, 81, of Salem, NE, passed away September 24, 2019 at Salem. He was born July 1, 1938 at Eugene, OR to Cecil and Frieda (Orr) Dettmann.

He married Dee Haushahn on June 7, 1959 at Verdon, NE

Jerry was raised in Richardson County by his Aunt Goldie Harris. He worked various jobs, including picking cotton in Arizona and digging potatoes in Idaho. He came back to Richardson County and worked for Frontier Homes before starting his own business setting the trailer homes over the basements. He later worked for Stalder Cattle Company until his health failed. Jerry loved to hunt, fish, wood work and travel with his family. He built 3 houses, 2 in Verdon and the family home in Salem. He was a member of the Verdon Fire Department.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Dee of Salem, daughters, Jennifer Bahr and her husband Jay of Lincoln, NE, Debbie Rowland and her friend Phil fischer of Falls City, NE, grandchildren, Art Dean and his wife Kelli of Falls City, Allison Rowland of Richmond, MO, Alex Rowland of Lexington, MO, Jessica Swanson and her husband Geoff and Jeremy Bahr and his wife Morgan both of Lincoln, great-grandchildren, Jessi and Emma Lew Dean, Rylie Bahr, brothers, Cecil of Phoenix, Kenneth of Springville, UT, Norman Johnson and his wife Dot of Los Angeles, CA, sisters, Patricia Covington of Placerville, CA and Zelma Smith and her husband Carl of Rolla, MO. She was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Harold and Leo, sisters, Donna Cornilius and Maxine Wright.

His funeral will be held on Friday, September 27, 2019 at 10:30 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Pastor Wayne Shafer officiating. Interment will be in Verdon Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Thursday from 7-8:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Larry J. Schmits, 71, of Shawnee, Kansas died on September 21, 2019 at Advent Health Shawnee Mission Hospital in Shawnee, Kansas.

Larry was born in Seneca, Kansas on February 18, 1948, the oldest child of Alvin (Butch) and Armella Haug Schmits.

Larry attended Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School and graduated in 1966. He attended Washburn University in Topeka for 2 years and then transferred to the University of Kansas in Lawrence. He graduated with a bachelor of Arts in Anthropology in 1971 and received his master’s degree in Anthropology in 1976 both from the University of Kansas.

Larry, by nature, was always very interested in finding out how people used to live with digging for Indian artifacts on his parent’s farm as he was growing up. This led him to the study of anthropology and archeology at the university of Kansas. This passion for uncovering evidence of historical times evolved into a participating in many archeological digs including one in France as a graduate student to eventually owning his own archeology company, Environmental Systems Analysis. He ran archeological surveys primarily in Kansas and Missouri. His belief in the importance of preserving historical sites in the Midwest lead him to the Quindaro Site in Kansas City, Kansas. His work to preserve the significance of this location culminated a nation Commemorative in the site eventually being labeled a National Commemorative site. It is considered a great importance to the Quindaro community in recognizing this location as a station on the underground railroad. Because of Larry’s enduring interest and extensive research and reading, he became what to many considered a natural Kansas historian.

Larry enjoyed a variety of hobbies throughout his life, including hunting, coin collecting, refinishing antique furniture, rebuilding antique cameras, and reading especially about all aspects of Kansas History. He will be missed by his family, friends and his colleagues.

He was preceded in death by his father Alvin on July 9, 2010.

Larry is survived by his three children, Sarah Schmits of Portland, Oregon, Laura Schmits of Brooklyn, New York and Joseph Schmits of Lenexa. His mother Armella of Seneca, his brother Gene (Candy) Schmits of Seneca, his sisters, Jane (Doug) Smith of Lenexa, Carol Baker of Topeka, Linda (David) Stewart of Lenexa and Donna (Mike) Bacon of Lenexa. He is also survived by 10 nieces and nephews.

A rosary will be prayed at 7 P.M.  Thursday, September 26, 2019 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

Mass of Christian Burial is on Friday, September 27, 2019 at 11 A.M. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca.

Memorials can be given in Larry’s name to he Kansas State Historical Society and sent in care of his family. To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .

Sondra June Hill, 84, of Soldier, KS, passed away Tuesday, September 24, 2019 at Medicalodge Jackson County. She was born June 5, 1935 in Emmett, KS, the daughter of Floyd D. Hladky, Sr. and Kathryn Juanita (Bailey) Hladky.

Sondra graduated from Soldier High School in 1952; after high school, she attended Clark’s Business School in Topeka. She was a homemaker, a cook for Headstart Preschool and was a “Foster Grandparent” for students in the 1st grade at Holton Elementary.

Sondra was a member of the Soldier Christian Church and helped organize and volunteer for the Soldier Memorial Dinners for many years.

She married Rex Richard Hill on June 6, 1954 in Soldier; they celebrated over 50 years of marriage. Rex preceded her in death March 17, 2005. She was also preceded in death by her son, Paul Michael Hill on October 18, 1995; her daughters, Krystal Rae Hill on May 19, 1960 and Debra Lynn Sinclair on November 16, 2018; and 2 brothers, Gary and Rocky Hladky.

Survivors include a son, Rex Richard Hill II (Cheryl) of Circleville, KS; a daughter, Lorri Ann Trimble (Brad) of Meriden, KS; her great-grandson, Noah Hill, whom she was raising; 6 brothers, Bailey “Boots” Hladky, Floyd “J.R.” Hladky, Jr., Wayne “Corky” Hladky, Joey Hladky, Randy Hladky and Rick Hladky; 13 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, September 27, 2019 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow in the Holton Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5:00 – 6:30 P.M. Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Mercer Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Noah Hill Educational Fund 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.

James W. “Jim” Salfrank of Mound City died Tuesday,September 17 at the age of 74.

Farewell services for Jim Salfrank of Mound City will be Friday afternoon at 1 at the Pettijohn & Crawford Family Funeral Service in Mound City.

The family will gather with friends 6:00 -8:00 Thursday evening.

Jim Salfrank is survived by:

Daughters: Carrano Salfrank and Nicole Stockman.

Sister: Shirley Haer.

Riley  “Dale ” Holstine  of Mound City died Sunday, September 22 at the age of 20 .    
                                      
Farewell services for Riley Holstine will be Friday morning at 10 at the River of Hope Fellowship in Mound City.  

The Pettijohn & Crawford Family Funeral Service in Mound City is in charge of the arrangements. 

The family will gather with friends Thursday evening from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the River of Hope Fellowship.

Riley Holstine is survived by:

Parents:  Jeff and Melinda Holstine.

Brother: Hunter.

Girlfriend Shianna Oestreich;

Maternal Grandmother: Peggy Kneale.

Paternal grandparents: Dale & Marcina Holstine.  
Aunts:  Marcia Merritt; Kim Rosier;  Dee Wallace;  Michelle Rosenbohm; Lisa Shipp.  

Riley was a 2017 graduate of Mound  City R-II High School and attended Peru State College where he was a member of the Bobcat football team.  

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Mound City United Methodist Church or to the family to be dedicated to the Mound City R-II Weight Room. 

Betty Lou (Finch) Bowhay was born on February 24,1931 on the family farm in rural Pawnee County, the only child to Tillman and Anna (Vrtiska) Finch. She attended country school in rural Pawnee County and graduated as Valedictorian from Liberty High School in 1948. 

 On September 5, 1953 she married Robert "Dallas" Bowhay. While he served in the U.S. Army they made their home in Lampasas, Texas until 1954 when they then moved to Gage County, Nebraska.  They then moved to Summerfield where they purchased and operated a gas station/tire repair shop. Betty was Dallas' true partner in every business they had. Betty repaired many flat tires in the service station, helped Dallas with the custom harvesting and started and operated Bowhay Truck Line Inc until she retired in 2015. She always helped at the farm but after riding a hog that ran between her legs while sorting, she refused to ever help him sort hogs or cattle again. 

Betty was a  member of the American Legion Auxiliary, for 61 years, as well as a member of the Red Hat Society . She loved to oil paint and  gave many of her paintings away. She enjoyed sharing her talent and taught her grandchildren and great grandchildren to paint. A lover of animals, Betty always had a dog and numerous cats.  She also enjoyed gardening, canning, mowing, playing Bunco and Canasta  and visiting with her neighbor and friend Zita Osterhaus. Strong willed and never afraid to voice her opinion she was also always ready to help and support others and will be missed by many.  

Betty passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2019 at the age of 88, at Pawnee Community Memorial Hospital. Preceding her in death were her parents, Tillman and Anna Finch, parents-in-law, Clyde and Helen Bowhay,  brother-in-law Burdette Bowhay, sister-in-law Beverly Heidbrink, brother-in-law-Dennis Heidbrink, grandsons Joshua Bowhay, Seth Gee, Colten Bowhay, great granddaughter Taylor Bowhay.

 Betty is survived by her children Shery Rohmeyer (Don), Terri Gee (Kevin Graf), Todd Bowhay (Julie), 5 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, 5 great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Per Betty's request there will be no traditional service, however there will be a Celebration of Life September 28, 2019 at 2 pm in the Summerfield City Park to sit under a tree and drink a beer in her honor. Private inurnment will be at a later time at the Liberty Cemetery. Memorials to The Playground Restoration at Summerfield City Park.  Online condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com

Virgil E. Ronnebaum, 96, Axtell, died Monday, September 23, 3019 at the Nemaha Valley Hospital, Seneca.

Visitation is Wednesday, September 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home, Axtell.

A rosary service will be 7 p.m., Wednesday at St. Michael's Catholic Church, Axtell. 

A funeral service will be 10 a.m., Thursday, September 26, at St. Michael's Catholic Church.

Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Virgil was born on May 23, 1923 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Reinecke) Ronnebaum near Baileyville, Kansas. He attended school at Baileyville. Virgil joined the army in August of 1944 and served until July of 1946.  He was united in marriage to Rozella Kuckelman on February 7, 1948. They celebrated 71 beautiful years of marriage together.

Virgil was a farmer all his life. In 1987, he passed on his responsibilities to his sons and moved off of the farm into town. Virgil was a part of many organizations. He was on the township board, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a member of the American Legion. He was an active member of St. Michael’s catholic church in Axtell. One of Virgil’s greatest passions was restoring Farmall tractors. He worked on or restored 60 tractors during his retirement.

Preceding him in death were his parents, daughters Marilyn (Doug) Friedrich and Arlene (Bob) West and siblings Evelyn, Agatha, Leonard, Joe and Kenny.

Survivors include children Gary (Deb) Ronnebaum, Axtell, Debby (Keith) Meyer, Bern, Sherry (Dave) Ronnebaum, Axtell, Rollie (Mary Jane) Ronnebaum, Axtell, Connie (Jerry) Broxterman, Vermillion and Lynn (Dawn) Ronnebaum, Axtell along with 18 grandchildren and 39 great grandchildren.

A memorial fund is established and will be designated later.  Contributions may be sent in care of Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home.

Gerald Eugene Schmid, 92, of rural Dawson was born on May 6, 1927, at the family farm near Dawson, Nebraska to Samuel and Minna (Grossenbacher) Schmid and became an older brother to his sister, Donna (Kenyon) Phillips.  He grew up in rural Dawson, Nebraska and graduated from the 8th grade at Middleburg country school and then attended Sabetha High School graduating with the class of 1944.  After high school he joined the United States Army and served in the Korean War. After his discharge, he returned to the farm and his future wife, Mary Irene Church.

On October 5, 1947, Gerald was united in marriage to Mary Irene Church at Zion United Church of Christ in Dawson, Nebraska. To this union, three sons; Jerry, Robert and Mark were born.  The couple made their home in the Middleburg area where Gerald and Irene were members of the Zion United Church south of Dawson.  They would later change affiliation to the Four-Mile Church. It was at their Middleburg home where Gerald and Irene worked the combined family farms for the remainder of their lives.  Gerald and Irene were married for over 61 years.  Gerald served as church board member, served on the Dawson Co-op Board, and as a boys 4-H Club instructor for several years. He served on the Election board, and was also on the Humboldt Public School Board. Gerald loved hunting, fishing and traveling to the Colorado Rockies and in later years to Hawaii. He loved farming and raising cattle, but he dearly loved his family and friends. He was happy to have lived all of his life, with the exception of his final two months on the family farm.  He will be greatly missed.  Gerald passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2019, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, Kansas having reached the age of ninety-two years, four months and fifteen days.  He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Mary Irene, daughter-in-law Vickie Schmid and brother-in-law Richard Church.

Gerald is survived by his sons: Rev. Jerry Schmid (Kathy) of Topeka, KS; Robert Schmid of Littleton, CO;  Mark Schmid (Debra) of rural Dawson, NE; sister Donna  (Kenyon) Phillips of Houston, TX; grandchildren: Rachelle (Jeff) Frank St. Joseph, MO; Brooke (Ryan) Sipes of Topeka, KS; Dallas Butrick of Denver, CO; Rhiannon (Brian) Jackson Littleton, CO; Wyatt Schmid of rural Dawson, NE; Paige (Tom) Moody, Lincoln, NE;foster grandchildren: Brigette(Levi) Knudsen, Jackson, WY; great-grandchildren: Quinton Bearce of Auburn, KS; Dawson Sipes, Auburn, KS;  Zachary, Jacob, Maci and Mackenzie Jackson of Littleton, CO; foster great-grandchildren: Kate, Kylynn and Kiernan Knudsen of Jackson, WY; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2019, at The Four-Mile Congregational Church South of Humboldt, Nebraska with Rev. Jerry Schmid officiating.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, at The Wherry Mortuary in Humboldt, Nebraska. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. at the mortuary.

Interment will be at The Four-Mile Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Nebraska Army Honor Guard.

Memorials Contributions may be given to the family’s choice with a later designation.

Services entrusted Wherry Mortuary-207 N. Nemaha Street-Humboldt, Nebraska 68376 (402) 862-2915

Dennis Eugene Kean born July 4,1963, passed away on September 18, 2019. Dennis grew up on a farm outside of Dawson Nebraska where his family grew grain crops, raised cattle and sheep and Dennis raised his pet pigs along with an assortment of other pets.  Dennis is survived his husband and partner of over 30 years, Joe Zupko, his father, Eugene (Joseph), sister, Mary Ellen, brother Kevin, sister, Ann (Mike) Robinson, six nephews and nieces, 6 great nephews and nieces, aunts and cousins originating from Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas.  Dennis Is proceeded in death by his mother, Evelyn Patricia Stegemann Kean, born in Ottumwa IA along with many of his aunts and uncles, several cousins.

 Dennis attended Dawson-Verdon School (K-10) and Falls City Sacred Heart (11-12), graduated from the Univ. of Nebraska in Lincoln and also attended the University of Sweden in Lund.   Dennis worked as a flight attendant for 15 years traveling to over 40 countries, on and off duty, exploring the world, which he loved to do.

After he left the airline, Dennis and Joe moved to a small village just down the coast from Barcelona, Spain and opened a shop there. In 2010 they moved back to West Hollywood CA where he entered the residential real estate business. 

In the last few years Dennis went to Greece and France to volunteer in Syrian refugee camps several times.  It is something that he became very passionate about. 

Dennis will be forever grateful to his family and friends that have been there talking care of him since he was diagnosed with colon cancer in Jan 2018.  Also, to all the people that sent cards, called and that prayed for him through this journey.  

He would like to offer the parting advice of encouraging family and friends to get screened for colon cancer, and anytime you see a kid with a lemonade stand, take the time to stop and buy a glass whether you need it or not!

Dennis’ body is being donated to science and memorial service will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St Mary of Dawson Nebraska Cemetery Fund or the Animal Wellness Foundation (animalwellnessfoundation.com) in Los Angeles.

Rev. Charles Leslie Hanson, 96, Topeka, formerly of Axtell, died Sunday, September 15, 2019 at St. Francis Campus in Topeka.

Visitation will be held from noon until 8 p.m., Monday, September 23 at Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home, Axtell with the family receiving friends from 5 to 8 p.m.

A funeral service is 11 a.m., Tuesday, September 24 at Salem Lutheran Church, Axtell.

Burial will be in the church cemetery.

A memorial fund is established and will be designated later.  Contributions may be sent in care of Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home.

Clarence Allen, Jr., 92, of Falls City, NE, passed away September 18, 2019 at Falls City. He was born March 23, 1927 south of Falls City to Clarence and Carrie (Speers) Allen. 

He married Lula Raney on November 27, 1949 at Falls City.

Clarence was drafted in the U. S. Marine Corp in March of 1952. He was honorably discharged March of 1954.

Clarence was raised at Falls City and graduated Falls City High School in 1944. Following graduation he farmed and when married the couple established their home south of Falls City. Upon his discharge from service they lived northwest of Falls City and he continued to farm. In 1978 they moved north of Rulo and in 1995 they moved into Falls City following his retirement from farming. He was a member of First Christian Church at Falls City.

Clarence is survived by his wife, Lula of Falls City, daughters, Teresa Olberding and her husband Bob of Falls City, Janet Beach and her husband Mike of Falls City, son, Wayne and his wife Toni of Salem, six grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Donald and Kenneth, sister, Colleen Goetz and a grandson, Bobby Olberding.

His funeral will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10:30 AM at First Christian Church with Reverend Fay Ann Blaylock officiating. Interment will be in Steele Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Friday from 7-8:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Kathryn Louise Vernon Perrin, 84, of Ozawkie, died Monday evening, September 16, 2019, at Stormont Vail Medical Center in Topeka.

Kathy was born on September 2, 1935, in Goff to Harold D. and Louise Clarkson Vernon. She grew up in Goff and attended Goff School, graduating in 1953.

After she graduated, she went to work in Topeka as a secretary; while in Topeka she met met the love of her life, Richard Perrin.

On April 16, 1955, Kathy married Richard Perrin at Forbes Air Force Base where he was stationed. After they were married, he was assigned to a base in Germany where they lived for two years. After Richard was discharged, they move to Kansas City where she was worked part time at the Post Office; while Richard was a full time for the Post Office. In 1988, they both retired and moved to Ozawkie.

Kathy enjoyed playing cards, cooking, music, occasional trips to the casino and sports; her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church in Ozawkie and the Eastern Star.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Louise; and her sister, Dorothy Legere.

Kathy is survived by her husband, Richard, her children, Mark (Amraro) Perrin of Lee’s Summit, Jami (Dale) Denoya of Leavenworth and Rick (Ganae) Perrin of Overland Park; seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild.   

The family will gather at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca on Saturday morning at 11A.M; where they will visit with family and friends for an hour, prior to heading to the Fairview Cemetery in Goff.

Memorials will be designated at a later date.

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

Kelly Donald Johansen, of rural Hiawatha, 61, died unexpectedly of natural causes September 16, 2019, in Linsborg, KS.  

He was born at Hiawatha, August 23, 1958, one of five children born to Robert and Darlene Greene Johansen and has lived in the northeast Kansas area nearly all of his life.  He grew up on a farm between Hiawatha and Robinson, attended Robinson Schools, later graduating from Hiawatha High School with the class of 1976.  While living at Wathena, he drove a truck over the road for Keim Transportation, based out of Sabetha for several years.  Kelly moved to Hiawatha where he worked for the City of Hiawatha water department where he received numerous achievement awards through the years.  For the past 20 years, he drove a truck for Johansen Truck Line, which he was currently employed at the time of his death.

When growing up, Kelly belonged to 4-H and when his family was young, he was a 4-H leader.  He enjoyed being a wrestling coach for his sons when they were in the wrestling program.  Kelly also enjoyed teaching bow hunting education classes for young adults.  Kelly loved the outdoors and to say he was an avid sportsman was VERY much understated...fishing, deer and bird hunting, coon hunting, you name it, he did it.

He attended the Christian Center of Hiawatha through the years.

He married Candy Lowe in 1986.  She survives.

Also surviving are his parents Bob and Darlene Johansen of Hiawatha, sons: Kaleb, daughter Kaisley, of Troy, Kelly (Kristin), children Jaxton, Adelade, of Atchison, Jacob (Danica) daughter Gracelynn of Council Grove, Bryan Ptomey Sr., son Bryan Jr. of Severance. daughters Heidi Lawrence (David) children Brok, Kinsey, Brody, of Savannah, MO; Angie (Nathan) Idol children Hunter, Houston, H’Leigha , Hadisyn of Highland, Michelle (Jason) Keller children Phoenix, Mikkia of Wathena brothers:  Bob (Nance) of Shawnee, KS, Marlin (Nancy) of Kansas City, MO, sister Ruth Prieb (Steve) of Topeka.

Kelly was preceded in death by a son Logan, and a brother Terry.

A Celebration of Kelly’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday September 24, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, with Tony French and Rich Lehmkuhl officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Monday where the family will meet that evening from 6-8 that evening.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Kelly Johansen Memorial Fund sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

Highland, KS...Maxine May Hopp, with family by her side, passed away Sunday, September 15, 2019, at Mosaic Life Care Center in St. Joseph, MO.  She was 89.

Maxine was born at Highland, May 11, 1930, to the late Harold Erling and Iva Springer Beaman. She grew up at Highland where she attended schools.  She worked a number of years as a telephone operator first at Highland, later at Hiawatha. Maxine enjoyed cooking...and worked as a cook for 18 years at the Highland Schools, later for the Highland Care Center.

She married Charles Hopp, at Hiawatha, September 27, 1949.  He survives.

Also surviving is a daughter Debbie Zlab (Dave) of Olathe, a son Rick Hopp (Kathy) of St. Joseph, seven grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren.  Also surviving are two sisters Barb Koelliker and Irene Bramel.

Maxine was also preceded in death by an infant daughter Tony Kay, and a brother Larry Beaman.

Graveside services are planned for 11:00 Thursday, September 19  at the Highland Cemetery.  Terry Carlson will officiate.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Highland EMT, sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035, who is assisting the family with arrangements.

A special message or remembrance may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Arlene Dorsey, 75, Atchison, Kansas, died Sunday, September 15, 2019, surrounded by her family at the Atchison Hospital.

Mass of Christian burial will be Thursday, September 19, 2019, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Benedict’s Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB, as celebrant. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. A parish rosary will be recited on Wednesday, September 18th at 6:00 p.m. with visitation to follow until 7:30 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict Parish or Atchison Humane Society and may be left in care of the funeral home. The Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home has been entrusted with final care. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Arlene was born September 16, 1943, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Daniel L. and Dorothy May (Burge) Sullivan.

She and John A. Dorsey were united in marriage on November 5, 1960, in Troy, Kansas.

Arlene was a member of St. Benedict Parish. She enjoyed music, dancing, going for walks and reading. She was proud of her flowers and enjoyed working in her flower beds.

Survivors include her husband of 58 years, John Dorsey, two sons John A. Dorsey, III, Topeka, KS, Christopher Dorsey, Kansas City, KS, three daughters, Denise Sell, Topeka, KS, Stacey Goodman, Belton, MO, Kim Dorsey, Stillwell, KS, four sisters, Sharon Barber, Atchison, KS, Marilyn Cox, Kansas City, Dorothy “Dotty” Dobbs, Lawson, MO, Brenda Curtis, Lawson, MO, seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters, Beverly Berry and Dolores Tate.

Kenneth (Kenny) J. Olberding, 92, of St.  Benedict, passed away on September 15, 2019, at Nemaha Valley Community Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born the oldest child of Lawrence L. and Rose Wessel Olberding on March 28, 1927. His father passed away when Kenny was 4 years old. His life as a hard-working farmer began early. He graduated from 8th grade at St. Mary School in St. Benedict .

He met the love of his life, Lorena Steinlage, at a dance and they were married on August 12, 1953, at St. Bede’s Catholic Church in Kelly, KS. The couple made their home on a farm west of St. Benedict where they were blessed with five children.

The family engaged in farming, dairy, and livestock. Kenny never really did
retire but continued to farm with his son and grandsons, offering advice and
assistance even after stepping back from day-to-day operations.

Lorena and Kenny enjoyed travel, taking journeys throughout the United States and as far away as Rome. When at home, they were enthusiastic members of Seneca Squares.

Kenny enjoyed taking bike rides, swimming, chair-aerobics, crop touring, and spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He was determined to stay active and independent.

He was a lifelong member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict, KS, where he served on the Finance Council and taught CCD classes. He served as an ombudsman and also volunteered his time at Crestview and Lifecare Nursing Homes.

Kenny was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Lorena, September 10, 1998 and his granddaughter, Lauren Knieling, August 19, 2006.

He is survived by his children: Jane (Ken) Knieling of Cookeville, TN; Alice (Jim) Schmitz of Frankfort; Larry (Betty) Olberding of Seneca; Susan (Daniel) Rodenbaugh of Rossville; and Mary Jo Mason of Kansas City; his sister, Lucille Fisher of Crete, NE; half-siblings: Ferdinand Deters of Seneca; Mary Ann Haverkamp of Baileyville; and Rita Feldkamp of Seneca; as well as seventeen grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren, with four on the way in November!

Rosary will be prayed at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on September 18, at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. on Thursday, September 19, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict, KS. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be designated to the electrical re-wiring fund at St Mary’s
Church.

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

Violet D. (Rottman) Laun of Pawnee City, Nebraska passed away on September 16, 2019 at the age of 93.  She was born on August 20, 1926, on a farm near Elk Creek, Nebraska to Fred and Emma (Antholz) Rottman.

The family resided in Table Rock, Nebraska.  Violet graduated from Table Rock High School and also worked for the telephone company.  Violet was married to Robert Laun on June 24, 1945 at Salem United Church.

They began life on a farm close to Table Rock, and then bought a farm west of Pawnee City.  Violet was a homemaker who always had a huge garden.  She was also a gifted seamstress.  As her children grew up she worked at Currey’s General Store in Burchard.  Next she worked at Warnke’s Store in Pawnee City.  She later managed the S and G Store in Pawnee City.  She loved helping customers choose outfits and buy fabric.  Education was very important to Violet.  Her wish was that all three of her children would graduate from college.  This wish was granted.

Violet was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, her parents, Fred and Emma Rottman, and eight brothers and sisters.

She is survived by two sons, Billy of Pawnee City, NE and Larry of Gravois Mills, MO, and a daughter Janice Henninger of Lyons, NE, 8 grandchildren, Bobbi, Billy, Ben, Misti, Wende, Dustin, Brandon, and Mallory, nine great grandchildren, and one great-great granddaughter.  She is also survived by a sister, Delores Cole of Kansas City, MO, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She will be greatly missed.

Services 10:30 a.m., Saturday, September 21, 2019 at Zion Lutheran church, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Reverend Tim Llewellyen officiating.  Visitation on Friday, September 20, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6-8 p.m. at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Interment at the Table Rock Cemetery, Table Rock, Nebraska.  Memorials to Zion Lutheran Church or American Heart Fund.  On line condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com

Dorothy Burget, 91, formerly of Humboldt, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2019, at Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, Kansas.

Born: July 3, 1928 in Humboldt, Nebraska

Died: September 15, 2019 in Sabetha, Kansas

Graveside Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at the Humboldt Cemetery in Humboldt, Nebraska with Pastor Dorothy Smith officiating.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2019, at The Wherry Mortuary in Humboldt, Nebraska.   

Memorials contributions may be given to the family’s choice with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.wherrymortuary.com

Wherry Mortuary-207 N. Nemaha ST.- Humboldt, Nebraska (402) 862-2915

Annabel “Annie” Durkin, 89, of Atchison KS died on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2019 at the Atchison Hospital surrounded by her family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 am on Friday, Sept. 20th, 2019 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, KS. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:00 pm on Thursday, Sept. 19th, 2019 with visitation to follow until 8:00 pm at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison, KS. Memorial contributions are suggested to Mt. Vernon Cemetery and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Words of comfort and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Annabel J. Hooper was born on July 26, 1930 in Atchison KS, the daughter of Howard L. and Clara May (Cook) Hooper, Sr. She attended Franklin Grade School and Sacred Heart Grade School, before graduating from Atchison High School in 1947. Annie worked at Kansas Power & Light from 1947 until 1951 as a clerk and a member of the women’s company bowling team. After raising their four children she returned to work in 1971 and was employed at Ramsay’s Department Store and The Treasure Trove until 1975. Her favorite job was working as a clerk for the Atchison County Appraiser’s Office from 1975 to her retirement in 1995. She was a member of the Sacred Heart/ St. Joseph’s Parishes and member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary. In her early years, she and her family enjoyed visiting her Uncle Ed Koch at his house in Empire, Colorado. She was the family historian, loved family trips to the Ozarks, boating, camping, taking pictures, and spending time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Annie was married to Robert W. “Bob” Durkin, Sr on June 5, 1950 at St. Joseph’s Church, Atchison KS. Mr. Durkin preceded her in death on June 27, 1997. Survivors include a daughter, Debra (Rich) Clem, Lancaster, KS, two sons, Stephen F. (Bobe) Durkin and Michael L. (Tammy) Durkin, and a daughter-in-law, Sue Durkin, all of Atchison, KS. 10 grandchildren; Kelli Durkin, Brett(Rebecca) Clem , Stefanie (Steven) Gardner, Jaime (Ryan) Swendson, Stevie (Nikki) Durkin, Sean (Kendra) Durkin, Cara (BJ) Speer, Heather (Brandon) Thummel, Chris Durkin and Will Durkin and 17 great grandchildren. Her parents, husband, son Robert W. “Bob” Durkin, Jr, sister, Joyce Hooper and brother, Howard Hooper II, preceded her in death.

Doris June Hartman, 88, of Sabetha, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 12, 2019.

Doris was born May 24, 1931 in Goff, Kansas the daughter of August and Glennies (Neal) Shump. She grew up on a farm north of Goff, Kansas and later moved to Sabetha. Doris attended and graduated from Sabetha High School, and then joined the United States Army in 1949. Her basic training was at Fort Lee in Virginia. After basic training she was stationed with the 5th Army Headquarters in Chicago, Illinois where she deciphered codes.

She married Bill Shroyer and to this union was born four children. They later divorced. Doris married Gene Hartman in 1963 and they had one son.

Dori was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed reading western novels, and caring for her home.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Wanda Osborn; and a son-in-law, Dennis Davis.

Doris is survived by her husband, Gene Hartman of the home; her children, Kathy Davis of Topeka, KS, Renee (Gary) Koch of Sabetha, KS, Billy Shroyer of Sabetha, KS, Mike (Brenda) Shroyer of Morrill, KS, and Louis Hartman of Whiting, KS; her sister, Joyce (Butch) Alspach of Sabetha, KS; 11 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Popkess Mortuary Chapel in Sabetha, Kansas. Military honors will be conducted by the Sabetha V.F.W. Post #7285. Inurnment will be made in the Sabetha Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sabetha Manor, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, KS 66534. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Jessie Darlene Bottorff, 79, of Horton, KS passed away on Saturday evening, September 14, 2019 at the Hiawatha Community Hospital. 

She was born on October 6, 1939 in Horton, Kansas, the daughter of Oliver Henry Oswald and Alice (Wenger) Oswald.  Jessie married Gary Wayne Bottorff on November 22, 1959, and they had three children, Ronald Wayne, Sharon Kaye, and Rex Allen.

Jessie loved being active in the church, enjoyed gardening, music singing, and playing piano, she also wrote poetry.

Survivors include her husband, Gary, sons, Ron and Rex and daughter, Sharon.  5 grandchildren, Jessica Marie Zuber (Austin Zuber), Jeremy Wayne Fakes, Cody Allen Bottorff, Hannah Nicole Bottorff and Andrew James Bottorff, brother Floyd Eugene Oswald (Alleta), Sister-in-law Colleen Koso (Mic) and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother and sister-in-law Oliver Roger Oswald and (Vivian).

Friends may call the funeral home after 9 a.m. Thursday where the family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. that evening.

A celebration of Jessie’s life will be held Friday, September 20, 2019 at the Muscotah United Church at 10 a.m.  Burial will be at the Horton Cemetery following.  Memorials may be made to the Muscotah Cancer Support Group and may be sent in care of the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary 909 Central Ave Horton, KS 66439.

Online condolences may be made to www.dishon-maple-chaney.com.

Bonnie G. Hargrove, 92, of Atchison, KS, formally of Effingham, KS died Saturday, September 14, 2019 peacefully at her home.Funeral services will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, September 19th, 2019 at Effingham Union Church, with Rev. Jeff Cochran officiating. Burial will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Effingham, KS. Family will receive friends from 6:00PM to 7:30 PM on Wednesday, September 18th, 2019 at the Becker- Dyer- Stanton Funeral Home, Atchison. Memorials are suggested to the Effingham Union Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home.  Words of comfort and remembrance may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Bonnie G. Leason was born on March 5, 1927 in Atchison, KS the daughter of Gale Martin and Betty (Bomar) Leason. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1945 where she was a cheerleader and played in the High School Band.  Bonnie was married to Richard D.”Dick” Hargrove on September 22, 1945 in Troy, KS. Mr. Hargrove preceded her in death on February 25, 2008. Bonnie was a homemaker and raised two daughters. She was a member of the Effingham Union Church, was a past president of the PTA, served as a Girl Scout Leader and member of the Ruth Circle. She enjoyed sewing, reading, watching baseball games, and playing canasta. 

Survivors include two daughters: Jacqueline K. (Ron) Porter-Teare, of Yukon, OK, Vickie L. (David) Swiercinsky, of Wellington, FL, three grandchildren; Brian (Amanda) Porter, Bret Porter, Jared (Ana)Toney , two step grandchildren, Todd and Chad Swiercinsky and six great grandchildren; David Castro, Martin Mannion, twins – Sofia and Eleanor Toney, Mason W. Porter, and Cooper S. Porter, one step great grandchild, Keria Mourad . She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, a granddaughter Sonya Toney-Smith, a step grandson TJ Swiercinsky and sister Bettie G. Linscott.

Edna “Mae” Hittle, 77, of Holton, KS, passed away Friday, September 13, 2019 at her home with family by her side.

Mae was born April 4, 1942 in Holton, KS, the daughter of Raymond F. and Edna F. (Albin) Swindale. She graduated from Circleville High School. Mae worked for Denison State Bank for over 30 years, last few years as a bank officer.

She married Gary Lyle Hittle on July 1, 1960 in Holton, KS. He preceded her in death on November 22, 1989. They celebrated over 29 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Harold Duane Swindale in 1991.

Survivors include 2 sons, Brent Hittle (Marlene) of Harveyville, KS and Kent Hittle (Jody) of Milford, KS; a daughter, Rita Dowd (John) of Topeka, KS; 3 brothers, Melvin Swindale of Security, CO, Leonard Swindale of Holton, KS and Darryl Swindale of Topeka, KS; 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

Funeral Services will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, September 16, 2019 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Goff, KS. Family will greet friends from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to Jackson County Friends of Hospice or HCH Hospice 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.

Doris June Hartman, 88, of Sabetha, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 12, 2019.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the Popkess Mortuary Chapel in Sabetha, Kansas. Military honors will be conducted by the Sabetha V.F.W. Post #7285. Inurnment will be made in the Sabetha Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sabetha Manor, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, KS 66534. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

David W. Peak, of King City, Missouri, died Wednesday at the age of 80.

Graveside services for David Peak, of King City, Missouri, will be Saturday afternoon at 3:30 at the Round Mound Cemetery in Cummings, KS.

The Roberson Funeral Home, in King City, is in charge of the arrangements.

Visitation will be Saturday afternoon at 1:00 at the funeral home.

Luanna Shields, 57, of Falls City, NE, passed away September 11, 2019 at Falls City. She was born December 2, 1961 at St. Joseph, MO to Laura Lou Nauman.

She married Robbie Shields on February 14, 1981 at Falls City. They were later divorced in 1995.

Luanna was raised in Mound City and at the age of 15 moved to Falls City where she graduated Falls City High School in 1981. When married the couple established their home in Falls City. She worked various jobs in Falls City and did housekeeping for many years. She was a member of First Christian Church, Richardson County Humane Society.

Luanna is survived by her life partner, Mike Jahn of Falls City, sons, R J and his wife Sandie of Adams, NE, Nathan and his wife Shannon of Falls City, Richard Emmerlie and his wife Kysha of Charleston, SC, Michael Jahn and his wife Erica of Phoenix, AZ, Nicholas Jahn of Kingsville, TX, brother, Jerry Simerly and his wife Marie of Lincoln, NE, grandchildren, Samantha Anderson, Chloe and Callie Shields, Bentley and Cohen Shields, Lucion Emmerlie, aunt and uncle, Shirley and Dave Jackson of Mound City, MO, and a niece, Maddie Simerly. She was preceded in death by her mother, sister, Mary Elaine Simerly and maternal grandparents, Mace and Mary Nauman.

Her funeral will be held on Monday, September 16, 2019 at 10:30 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Fay Ann Blaylock officiating. Interment will be in Steele Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Sunday from 4-5:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Alice E. Tryon, 97, of Robinson, died early Wednesday morning, September 11, 2019, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha where she had been a resident for nearly three years.

Alice was born April 19, 1922, at Robinson, the oldest of three daughters born to the late Ben and Bessie Thompson Craige and was a lifelong Robinson area resident.  She attended the Robinson school system where she graduated with the class of 1940 prior to earning a teaching certificate from Highland Junior College.  She taught a number of years in Robinson area country schools:  Meadowbrook, Diamond, and Prairie Springs.

Mrs. Tryon was a longtime member of Upper Wolf Lutheran Church of rural Robinson, and the ladies auxiliary to the Hedrick-Moll Post #148, Robinson American Legion; and Order of the Easter Star at Robinson.

She married Joe Tryon soon after his discharge from service during World War II, March 3, 1946, at the Lutheran Church.  They farmed and raised livestock near Robinson until they retired and moved to town to make their home.  He died in 2002. She was also preceded in death by two sisters Ruth Bland and Betty Hastings.

Survivors include three sons Allan Tryon ( Sharon) of Robinson, Bruce Tryon (Denise) of rural Robinson, Scott Tryon (Kathleen) of rural Hiawatha, four grandchildren:  Ben Tryon (Jen) of Conroe, TX, Megan Tryon of Nashville, TN, Tyler Tryon of Waterloo, IA, and Jeremy Tryon of Robinson.

A Celebration of Alice’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, September 16, at Upper Wolf Lutheran Church of Robinson, with Pastor Fran Lantz officiating.  Interment will follow at the Church Cemetery.

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

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Upper Wolf Lutheran Church, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

A special message or remembrance may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Raymond “Whitey” Glatczak, 76, of Centralia, Kansas passed away Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at his home.

Whitey Glatczak was born March 3, 1943 to Raymond Sr. and Agnes (Groschek) Glatczak in Milwaukee, WI. He grew up in North Lake, IL. Whitey joined the Air Force in 1961 where he was stationed in England, France, and Germany. He completed his time in the service in 1965 at Forbes Field in Topeka, KS where he met the love of his life, Joy “Petunia” Walters. They married on March 6, 1965 at Forbes Air Force Base in Topeka, KS. They moved to Carol Stream, IL and remained there until 1977 when they moved to Centralia, KS.  One of Whitey’s favorite past times was watching his kids’ and grandkids’ sporting events. He rarely missed an opportunity to watch a basketball, football, baseball, softball, or volleyball game.  Whitey was also known for hosting events in his garage after ballgames and on weekends.  Locals as well as out-of-towners knew that “Whitey’s” was somewhere they could enjoy some food, drink, and game talk.  

Fishing was also a hobby he really enjoyed with his sons and grandkids.  One of Whitey’s favorite activities for the past 20 plus years was hosting the MVF Fishing Tournament (which by the way has nothing to do with fishing) for local and out of town family and friends.

Whitey will also be remembered for his abilities to fix or build anything with his handyman skills. He used these skills to help anyone when needed – it wasn’t unusual for Whitey to fix or repair things without even being asked.  Family always loved hosting Joy and Whitey for a weekend, because they always knew chores would get done!

Whitey was a proud member of the American Legion Riders and American Legion Post #216.
Whitey was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Ed Glatczak, Rich Glatczak, and Chris Weinmann.

Whitey is survived by his wife, Joy Glatczak of Centralia; his brothers, Jim (Pam) Glatczak of Phoenix, AZ, Ron (Lynn) Glatczak of Phoenix, AZ; his sister, Pat (Tom) Writz of Schofield, WI; his sons, Bruce (Stacy) Glatczak of Wichita, KS and Larry (Janelle) Glatczak of Centralia, KS; three grand-daughters, Maura Glatczak, Katie Glatczak and Elly Glatczak; three grandsons, Tyler (Chelsey) Glatczak, Michael Glatczak, and Kohl (Emilee) Glatczak; and one great-grand-daughter Madeline Glatczak.

The family would like to thank the many friends and family who shared their time, brought by food and drinks, and said many prayers.  Your thoughtfulness during Whitey’s illness was appreciated so much.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at the West Centralia Community Church in Centralia, Kansas. Visitation will be one hour prior to service at the church. Inurnment will be at Centralia Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers are Bill Lewis, Bill Cross, Sonny Bourne, Mike Thompson, Roger and Billy Holthaus, Tracy Bourne, Jim Tatman, and Don Stutler.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Centralia School Booster Club or the Centralia Community Church, sent in care of Popkess Memorial Chapel, 814 Castle Street, Seneca, KS 66538. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

John Francis Gernon died on September 10, 2019 in Hiawatha, Kansas at the age of 84.

John was born in Sabetha, Kansas in 1935 and graduated from Hiawatha High School in 1953. After graduating from the University of Kansas and Washburn University School of Law, John returned home to Hiawatha. From 1961 on, he rarely felt the need to leave Brown County, except to fish for walleye at Sydney Lake in Ontario, Canada. 

John found joy and a sense of purpose advising many people, both personally and professionally in his 54 years of law practice. In doing so, he loved to explain his point with a story and often used quotes such as the following one from Ma Sackett, a Louis L’Amour character: “Never do anything which will make you have to look over your shoulder.” 

John is survived by his wife of 58 years, Charlene (Doll) of Wright, Kansas; four children, Craig (Ximena Garcia), Crosby (Jill Bush), Shelby (Mike Bange) and Amy (Steve Edwards); twelve grandchildren, Erin, John, Summer, Matthew, Lauren, David, Christopher, Jacob, Quinlyn, Elliott, Hope and Leah; sister Maureen Ong; and numerous other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John L. and Kathleen, and his brother, Robert. 

His family deeply appreciates the gentle care given to John by the caregivers at the Pines and his friends Jim Scherer, Dennis Fisher and Jerry Miller. At John’s request, the family will hold a private service. 

Memorials may be made to St. Ann’s Catholic Church or Hiawatha Community Hospital. These donations made in John’s memory may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434, who is assisting the family with arrangements.  These are institutions John served for many years and ones he believed made Hiawatha a good place to call home. 

A special message or remembrance may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Patricia R. Jackson, 81, died Monday, Sept. 9, 2019, at Aldersgate Village in Topeka.

She was born May 12, 1938 in Valley Falls, the daughter of Raymond and Ruth Smith Frakes. She was a graduate of Valley Falls High School and a lifelong resident of Valley Falls.

She married Keith J. Jackson, June 8, 1957. While Keith was stationed in the Army and they were living at Fort Leonard Wood, MO, their first child, Clark, was born. They moved back to the Valley Falls area, and raised their five kids: Clark, DeAun, Kent, Kirk and Susan.

Pat worked at Merchants National Bank in Topeka and for the Perry Lake Corps of Engineers. She retired from the US Postal Service after serving as a Rural Mail Carrier in the Valley Falls and Ozawkie communities.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Keith, her son, Clark, her father, Raymond Frakes, her mother, Ruth Brown, and step-father, Lawrence Brown. Her brothers Arthur “Bud”, Ronnie and Roger Frakes also preceded her in death.

Pat will be remembered for her kindness, generosity and sweet, quiet disposition by her family and friends. She was unfailingly supportive to her two daughters, DeAun and her husband Mike, and Susan and her husband Ken, and also to her two sons, Kent and Kirk.

Pat enjoyed her grandchildren, always attending their many programs, plays and sporting events. Brent and his wife Kristin, Derek, and Alexis Michael; and Danna, Bailey, and Amelia Kidd; and great-granddaughter, Aria, will miss her sweet smile and comforting nature.

Pat was a baptized and lifelong member of the Valley Falls United Methodist Church. She was an active member of the United Methodist Women and the church’s Clothes Closet ministry. She enjoyed visiting with the ladies while working together to support their church and to provide a much needed service to the community. She looked forward every year to assisting with the Valley Falls Christmas Kids, and making pies for the Meriden Antique Engine and Threshers shows.

The funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 13, 2019, at the Valley Falls United Methodist Church. Burial will follow at the Valley Falls Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Thursday, at Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Valley Falls United Methodist Clothes Closet or to the Valley Falls Children’s Christmas Fund.

Jeannie Schulze, 101, of Falls City, NE, passed away September 9, 2019 at Falls City. She was born November 6, 1917 at Lincoln, NE to Jesse and Gladys (Buser) Hendricks.

She married Don Belden, was killed in action in 1944. She then married Frederic J. Schulze on May 14, 1947 at Marysville, KS. He passed away June 4, 2009.

Jeannie was raised at Dawson and graduated Dawson High School in 1936. She then attended Park College at Parkville, MO for a year. When married to Mr. Belden the couple made their home at Hiawatha and she later moved to Lincoln. When married to Mr. Schulze the couple made their home on the family farm in rural Dawson, moving into Falls City in 2000, then to Jonesbrook and into Falls City Care Center in 2015. She was a member of St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church.

Jeannie is survived by her daughter, Mickey Carmichael and her husband Jim of Lafayette, CO, Sue Harmon and her husband Galen of Salem, NE, Sandy Hansen and her husband Eldon of Omaha, NE, Linda Santo and her partner William Reed of Falls City, son, George Perry and his wife Donna of Estes Park, CO, sister, Lee Farrar of Van Nuys, CA, nine grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, a son in infancy, granddaughters, Ann and Elisa, sisters, Betty Tackett and Dorothy Novosel.

Her funeral will be held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 10:30 AM at St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church (20th and Towle St.) with Reverend Andrew Chavanak officiating. Interment will be in Verdon Cemetery.

The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service time at the church.

William G. “Bill” Barthel, 98, Atchison, Kansas, died Sunday, September 8, 2019, at Atchison Medicalodge.

Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, September 14, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as celebrant.  Interment will follow in Mt. Olive Cemetery, Troy, Kansas. A parish rosary will be recited on Friday, September 13th at 6:00 p.m. with visitation to follow until 7:30 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict Catholic School Endowment or St. Croix Hospice and may be left in care of the funeral home. The Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home has been entrusted with final care. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Bill was born August 6, 1921, in Leavenworth, Kansas, the son of William P. and Edna (Whitley) Barthel. He attended St. Benedict’s Grade School and Atchison High School.

He and Doris Lucille Congrove were united in marriage on November 9, 1941, at the St. Mark’s Lutheran Church Parsonage. Mrs. Barthel preceded him in death on February 2, 2002.

Bill enlisted in the United States Army Infantry on February 1, 1943 and served until his honorable discharge on March 10, 1946.

Prior to his enlistment in the Army, Bill was employed with Blair Milling of Atchison. When he returned from Active Duty, Bill went to work at Blish-Mize & Sillman as a local truck driver, he served in this capacity for 38 years, retiring in 1984. Bill was a hard worker, this trait was instilled in him at a young age as he worked for a barber shop, going in each morning to sweep the floors and wash windows before school. 

Bill was a member of St. Benedict Parish attending St. Joseph’s Church. He liked going to “Coffee Club” at McDonalds and catching up with friends. Bill enjoyed camping and spending time outdoors. He had a passion for riding his motorcycle up and down the highways and byways. In his later years he took up horse riding and enjoyed his horse, Danny.

Survivors include a son, William Alvin (Lois) Barthel, three daughters, Lola (Bill) Wagner, Ruth Barthel, Rose (Johnny) Smith, nine grandchildren, Cindy (Rick) Vanderweide, Chris (Cynthia) Wagner, Tim (Marsha) Wagner, Katie (Willie) Geisendorf, Jeremy Erpelding, Clay (Julie) Barthel, Sarah (Jason) Ricci, Trever (Lisa) Smith, Nathan (Cherise) Smith, and thirty one great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Doris Lucille, three infant brothers and a grandson Travis Barthel.

Ival Ray Haflich, 90, of Sabetha, Kansas passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019 at the Sabetha Community Hospital.

Ival was born on November 8, 1928 to Armour G. and Sadie (Keim) Haflich, at the family home north of Albany. He grew up in the Sabetha area and graduated from Sabetha High School. He was pleased to remember that he started school at the rock school house at Albany.

He was united in marriage to Winifred Ruse. They made their home on the farm south of Sabetha. They had four children, Anne, Jim, Laurie and Sara.

Ival was a farmer and was never happier than when working with the land, loving to see the earth turn under whatever machine he happened to be using. He was a good steward, and in 2002, received the Bankers Conservation Award. As a young man, he worked at the Sabetha Creamery. He was adept at many crafts and worked as a machinist at the Wilde Tool Company and at Wenger Manufacturing. He enjoyed repairing and adapting his various farming equipment to his particular use. His family was important to him. He greatly enjoyed family get togethers, watching his children and grandchildren. He felt fortunate that the grandchildren lived close enough to visit the farm frequently. One of his projects was to restore his 8N Ford tractor, with which he had started farming, and he taught his children and grandchildren to drive the Ford, stick shift and all.

He was active in several organizations. He was Past Master of the Sabetha Masonic Lodge #162 AF & AM and Past Patron of the O.E.S. Sapphire Chapter #348 of Sabetha. He had been a 4-H leader when his children were active in 4-H. He belonged to the Sabetha Lions Club and had served in several offices. He was a great sports fan, enjoying the local sports, the Kansas City and Denver pro clubs and an enthusiastic follower of K-State sports. He belonged to the First Congregational Church for more than 50 years and was a member of the First Methodist Church of Sabetha.

He is survived by his wife, Winifred of the home; four children, Anne Haflich and her husband, Randy Keplinger of Topeka, Jim Haflich and his wife, Cheryl of Longmont, Colorado, Laurie Chandler and her husband, Larry of Topeka and Sara Hendricks and her husband, Gary of Uniontown, Pennsylvania; three grandchildren, Austin Hendricks, Adrianna Hendricks and Zachary Chandler.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, September 13, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church of Sabetha. Visitation will be from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to service time at the church. Inurnment will be made in the Capioma Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Albany Historical Society or the Capioma Cemetery, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, KS 66534. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Alyce Margaret Sickel, 81, of Falls City, NE, Passed September 6, 2019 in Omaha, Nebraska.  She was born October 12, 1937 to Edward and Nellie (Cochran) Vogele, on the Sperry Farm 14 miles northeast of Falls City, NE.

Alyce attended District 49 Meyers Dale School and District 50 Sunny Valley School for grade school, attended Falls City High School her freshman year and graduated from Shubert High School in 1956. She was married to David Sickel on August 26th, 1956 at Falls City, they just celebrated 63 years together. They had five loving daughters. Glenda Taft and her husband Ed, Brenda Sue Kennedy and her husband Jerry, Kay Taft and her husband Kevin, Donna O’Grady her husband Charles, and Beth Vonderschmidt and her husband John. Fourteen grandchildren, Luke, Troy, Clint, and Wes Taft, Lori Kuker and Chad Kennedy. Rebeka, Andrew, and Kyle O’Grady, Justin, Kate, Amanda Seeba, Logan, and Allyson Vonderschmidt. Eighteen Great-Grandchildren, David and Danyelle Kuker, Kyndall and Aniyah Kennedy, Natalie, Madison, and Ethan Taft, Lydia and Henry Taft, Cole, Macy, Bryn, and Cali Taft, Adisen Fischer, Dax, and Cooper Vonderschmidt, Griffin Seeba and Ashton Vonderschmidt. Alyce is also survived by her five sisters, Pauline Legmann, Nellie Bauman, Mid Bauer, Betty Majerus and her husband Raphael, and Violet McTaggert. Proceeded in death by her parents, Brothers William “Bill” and August Vogele. Half-brothers, Howard Richey and Eddie Vogele and half-sisters Helen Melhinch, Grace Vogele, and Gladys Pupkes and many nieces and nephews.

Alyce was a housewife and mother first and foremost. Most of her work was done for the farm, keeping books and helping with day to day operations. She was a cook and waitress at the Fireside Inn, and for a short time worked at the Falls City Creamery. Alyce was active in many organizations and was always willing to help. She was the head of the Richardson County Chapter Red Cross for many years and was able to help many people in need from floods and fires. She was a leader in the United Methodist Women Conference, serving her church for many years and traveling across Nebraska for that organization. She helped with the Bethel Bible School for many years and taught Sunday school. Alyce was the Secretary for the Farm Bureau, Secretary/Treasurer for the Shubert School Alumni, and was also an officer for the Federated Women’s Club. She was a leader of the Grade A 4-H club for over 25 years and served on the 4-H Council. She continued to encourage 4-H members to sew. Alyce was an avid seamstress, quilter and loved to do needlework. She loved to make beautiful things, and was very generous with donating her quilts. She made many baby quilts and wedding gifts for family and friends. Alyce also loved to garden, and enjoyed the beauty it produced. She enjoyed teaching her daughters and granddaughters the love and passion she had for sewing and all things in the kitchen. Alyce was a sports fan and enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren play sports, and loved being there to cheer them on. Alyce was a wonderful story teller and loved to sing and tell stories to her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was a amazing cook and could make anything. Known for the greatest potato salad, popcorn cakes and coconut cream pie.

Her Funeral will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2019 at 10:30 AM at Northridge Church with Pastor Charles Musil officiating. Interment will be in Bethel Zion Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6-8:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Lyle Francis Gibson, 78, of Horton, Kansas, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2019 at the St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, Kansas.

He was born on October 3, 1940 in Marietta, Kansas the son of Elmer and Hazel Suggett Gibson.  After graduating from high school Lyle served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam. After his enlistment Lyle worked for Meyer Lumber in Summerfield, Kansas prior to moving to Horton where he managed Meyer Lumber for 13 years in Horton, Kansas. He then worked for Stan's gas station prior to going into the extermination business. Lyle worked in the pest control business for Hinkle, Rainey, L& L and then establishing Lyle's Pest Control. Lyle loved hunting, trapping and fishing. He married Sheila Bolejack in Marysville, Kansas they later were divorced.

He is survived by his loving children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Lyle was preceded in death by his parents, a infant brother, 3 sisters, Eula, Audrey and Lila and a brother, Harold.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton where the family will greet friends on Monday evening from 6:30 to 7:30 P.M. Memorials may be made to the Kansas Fur Harvester's Youth program and may be sent in care of the mortuary. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Michael Prather McMillan, 70, of Fairview, KS, died September 4, 2019, at Fairview.

Mike was the son of J.D. and Florence (Prather) McMillan, born April 3, 1949 at Maryville, MO. Mike was raised in Tarkio, MO. He served his country with the Army from 1970 - 1972, assigned to the Special Operations drug unit in South Vietnam. Mike was proud of his service and flew the flag wherever he lived. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the American Legion.

He retired from Pioneer Seed as a district sales manager in 2008 with over 29 years of dedicated service.

He married Belinda Bolton and had one son, Stuart, while in Tarkio. After moving to Fairview, he married Tareca (Phillips) Schuetz and became a proud step-father to Katie and Corey, whom he loved as his own.

Mike is survived by his wife, Tareca, of the home; his son, Stuart McMillan (Weston, MO), wife Jamie, and grandchildren Maddison, Brady, and Blakely; step-daughter, Katie Whisman (Topeka, KS), and granddaughters Ava and Ella; step-son, Corey Schuetz (Holton, KS), wife Ashley, and grandchildren Zoe and Nolan; extended family  and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Jack; mother, Florence; and brothers Harry and David.

Mike was revered by all as a proud, dedicated, strong, hard-working, selfless, humble, and jovial man who appreciated what he had, made sure everyone had a good time, and would do anything to help others while expecting nothing in return. He enjoyed life to the fullest, was loved by many, and will be greatly missed by all.

A celebration of Mike’s life is planned for 10 a.m. Friday, September 13, 2019, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, with Shane Spangler officiating.

The family will visit with friends Thursday evening from 6 until 8 at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions will be donated to the Patriot Paws service dog organization in Mike’s honor, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, 66434.
A special message or remembrance may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Brian Wayne Schweitzer, 53, of Morrill, Kansas died Tuesday, September 3, 2019 at the Sabetha Community Hospital. 

Brian was born on August 2, 1966 in Hiawatha, Kansas the son of John and Caroline (McDysan) Schweitzer.  Brian grew up in the Morrill area and attended Sabetha schools and graduated from Sabetha High School with the Class of 1984.  He entered into farming after high school and continued until his death. 

He was united in marriage to Kristy Hertzel on December 6, 1986. Brian was a member of NorthRidge Church at Sabetha.  He served on the Pony Creek Watershed Board and was Vice President for several years.  He was also a member of Farm Bureau.

Brian was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Ryker Schweitzer on July 27, 2004.  He is survived by his wife, Kristy Schweitzer of the home; two sons, Connor Schweitzer and Kincaid Schweitzer both of Morrill, KS; a daughter, Mia Schweitzer of Morrill, KS; two sisters, Terri (Charles) McNally of Morrill, KS and Becky (Steve) Plattner of Sabetha, KS.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. at NorthRidge Church in Sabetha.  A visitation will be Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. until service time at the church. The interment will be made in the Morrill Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Brian & Ryker Schweitzer Scholarship for Agriculture, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia, Sabetha, Kansas 66534.  Online condolences may be left for the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Doris Marjorie (Winchell) Aylor was born November 3, 1918 in Lewiston, Nebraska.  She passed from this life to her eternal life on September 5, 2019 at the age of 100 years, 10 months and 2 days.  She was the second oldest of seven children born to Robert J. and Vada K. (Gifford) Winchell.  Her very early years were spent in Lewiston and Steinauer, Nebraska, until their move to Pawnee City where she lived until her marriage.

Doris' father was killed in a tractor accident when she was 11 years old.  This necessitated that she and her two oldest brothers started working at a young age to provide for her family.  This instilled in her a strong work ethic which she exemplified throughout her lifetime.  Her mother had many health issues, and her youngest sister and brother said she was more of a mother to them than a sister. 

Upon graduation from Pawnee High School in 1936, Doris worked as a teller in the Pawnee City Bank until her marriage to Alvah N. Aylor, Jr. on September 3, 1941.  To this union were born four children: Gary, Judy, Larry and Susie.  She was a stay at home mom until she started working at the State Bank of Table Rock, where she remained as a cashier and loan officer until her retirement. 

As a young girl, Doris professed her faith in Jesus Christ, and was a life-long member of the Methodist Church.  She was also a member of the Table Rock Legion Auxiliary and served on the School Board, the Library Board and the Cemetery Board.

Doris loved to go dancing with her husband, enjoyed golfing, and attending her children's and grandchildren's sports and school activities.  One of her greatest joys was being a grandmother and great-grandmother. 

Even though she attended many ball games for her children and grandchildren, Doris was not a real sports enthusiast.  That is until she got hooked on the Kansas City Royals several years ago.  Doris continued watching them until the end, and wasn't very happy when she couldn't get her game on t.v.  The highlight of this last year was a trip to Omaha in June to see her beloved Royals play.  It included a limo trip and being shown on the big screen as The Fan of the Game.  

Doris was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was well loved and will be greatly missed.  

She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvie, her parents, and four brothers: Keith, Kenneth, Hollis and Jim Winchell.

Doris is survived by her children: Gary and Deb Aylor of Pawnee City, Judy Aylor of Aurora, CO, Larry Aylor of Louisburg, KS and Susie and Dave Sochor of Doniphan; grandchildren, Joal and Jordan Sochor, RanDee and Gerry Krueger, seven great-grandchildren, Josiah, Joah, Jagur and Joalie Sochor and Hadley, Drake and Piper Krueger, sister and brother-in-law, Donna and Byford Anderson of Rapid City, SD, brother, Robert Winchell of Palm Desert, CA, sister-in-law, Mary Alice Winchell of La Mesa, CA and numerous nieces and nephews.  

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 11, 2019 at the United Methodist Church in Table Rock, Nebraska with Pastor Dorothy Smith officiating.

Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, September 10, 2019 at the United Methodist Church in Table Rock, Nebraska.

Memorials may go to the family's choice.

Interment will be in the Table Rock Cemetery, Table Rock, Nebraska.

Online condolences may be left @ www.wherrymortuary.com.

Jay D. Matthias, 79, of Tecumseh, passed away Monday, September 2, 2019.

He was born November 27, 1939, in Robinson, Kansas, the son of Fred Henry and Myrtle Elizabeth (Thorne) Matthias .

Jay was employed by Chevrolet dealerships (Ship Winter and Crown) in Lawrence, KS as an auto mechanic retiring in 2001.

Jay married Marilyn Thomas on February 21st, 1976.

He loved his gardens, bird watching and fishing. He was an all-around avid outdoorsman.

Survivors include wife, Marilyn Matthias, two sons, William (Bill) Matthias and Travis Matthias; six grandchildren, William C. Matthias II, Rebecca Noblet, Bradley Matthias, Mason Matthias, Jacelyn Matthias, Noelle Matthias; two great-grandchildren, Brayden and Deacon Matthias; a brother, Mark Matthias; sisters, Wilma Alexander, Catherine Soyland, Carol Robertson, and Janice Kuhnert

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Fred, Lawrence, Henry and a sister, Lois.

A memorial ceremony will be held on Saturday September 7th at St. Marks Lutheran Church, 400 S. 6th Street, Atchison KS. Lunch served at 12:00 pm and memorial service at 1:30 pm until 4:00 pm.

Memorial contributions may be made in Jay Matthias' name to Gideons International PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN37214-0800.

Sandra L. Torrey, 75, Axtell, Kan., died Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at her residence.  

Visitation is Sunday, September 8 from noon to 5 p.m. at Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home.  A rosary service will be held at 7 p.m. at St. Micheal's Catholic Church, Axtell. 

Mass of Christian burial is 10:00 a.m., Monday, September 9, at St. Micheal's Catholic Church.

A memorial fund is established and will be designated later.  Contributions may be sent in care of Axtell-Landreth Funeral Home, Axtell.

Beverly Alfrey Lentz, 88, passed away from her early life to her heavenly life on Wednesday September 4, 2019 at her apartment in Hiawatha surrounded by her family.

She was born at Sparks, Kansas on March 24, 1931 to Morton and Velma Nash Alfrey one of 3 children.

Beverly grew up in Sparks Kansas started school there as a child on a farm. Her folks decided to move to Troy on a farm when she was 7 years old attended school there and then in 1940, her folks moved to Iowa Point on a farm she went to school and graduated May of 1947.

She worked on the farm as a child with her (2) brothers, as a girl she had a hard time as she helped with chores, in the hayfield, picked up corn and worked in the bean fields.

Beverly was married to Frank Lentz in 1947 at Iowa Point there she raised her family they didn’t have electricity until 1955 still no running water she canned a lot of food from raising a garden, washing on wringer washing machine and raised 8 children and they all graduated from Highland High School and In 1967 she moved to Highland and she did not have to carry water any more on June 3, 1967 she lost her oldest son Ben to cancer and she worked at her brothers restaurant for a while she also helped pick apples and then she lost her oldest brother Captain in 1968 from Leukemia at that time she got a job with Justice Manufacturing in 1970 and in 1976 she lost another son Jim in a drowning accident in the Wolf River.

In 1999 she moved to Hiawatha to be closer to her job and then she lost her brother Corkey in 1991 her dad passed away in 1992 and in 1993 she retired from Justice which at that time was named Flair Fold.

After retirement in 1994 she moved to Mississippi to visit with her daughter and son-in-law for a while before coming back to Kansas. Sold her home moved to St. Joseph, Missouri for a time and then moved back to Hiawatha and moved into her apartment at Pemberton Village in 1999 Frank passed away and 2001 her mother died.

After her aunts death in 2008 she started taking care of her Uncle Bill who is in Maple Heights Nursing Home.

Beverly is survived by her 4 daughters and 2 sons Virginia, Ellie, Sharon, Susan, Doug and Thomas, 13 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, daughter-in-law Kathleen, son-in-law Richard, and many nieces and nephews.

The family will meet with friends starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, September 14, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland, to go in procession to Highland Cemetery for graveside services at 11a.m. Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl, of Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha, will officiate.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. until 6 Friday evening.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Hope Lodge in Kansas City, MO which may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

A special message may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Eddie R. Jones, of rural Hamlin, died early Thursday morning, September 5, 2019, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, where he had been a resident for several months. He was 68.

The family will meet with friends starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, September 10, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha, to go in procession to Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, for graveside services at 11.

Eddie was born at Sabetha, February 16, 1951, the youngest of two sons born to the late Harold and Glee Cyphers Jones and had lived nearly all of his life in the same farm home. He grew up on the farm where he worked with his Dad and brother on the farm and with the livestock. Eddie attended Hamlin Grade School, Fairview school for a year, and graduated Powhattan High School with the class of 1969. Eddie also graduated from Highland Community Junior College in 1971 with an associate’s degree prior to attending Kansas State University for a year. He worked with his brother on the farm while also raising hogs together for several years. He later worked for AHRS in construction, drove a truck for Frito-Lay for 10 years before retiring.

Eddie was a volunteer fireman for the Morrill Fire Department for a few years.

Survivors include a brother Ron and wife Nancy of rural Hamlin, and several cousins.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Monday

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Eddie Jones Memorial Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

A special message may be sent to the family at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Milton "Dale" Jacobs, 87 of Horton, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at the Hiawatha Community Hospital.

He was born on March 11, 1932 in Mayetta, Kansas the son of Clarence and Nora Marshall Jacobs.

Dale was a hard worker and raised a family of four children. He always worked as a mechanic and a welder. He loved playing blue grass and old country music, on any of his many musical instruments. Dale also enjoyed working out of his backyard as a mechanic, fixing lawn mowers and such. He loved his family and enjoyed visiting and getting to know people.

Survivors include his wife, Pauline (Everson) Jacobs; a daughter, Susan Willey of Sabetha, Kansas; three sons, Alden Jacobs of Horton, Kansas, Richard Jacobs of Republic, Kansas and Terry Jacobs of White Cloud, Kansas; brother, Floyd Jacobs of Muscotah, Kansas; three sisters, Etta Mae Matthias of Horton, Kansas, June Talbot of  Des Moines, Iowa and Margaret Dodge of Everest, Kansas; eight grandchildren, Billie Jacobs, Willie Jacobs, Ashelgh Jacobs, Tonya Voigt, Cody Jacobs, Dustin Willey, Shelby Willey and Tyler Nicholas and numerous great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Nora Marie Jacobs, sister, Martha Butterfield and brother, Donald Jacobs.

A celebration of Dale's Life will be held at the Muscotah Community Building at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 7, 2019. Inurnment will be at the Muscotah Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Dale Jacobs memorial fund to be designated later and may be sent in care of the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, Kansas. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Kathryn Ann Carter, 91, of Derby, Kansas passed away peacefully Tuesday morning  September3, 2019 at a Wichita hospital with her daughter at her side.

Kathryn was born March 20, 1928 the daughter of Robert and Mamie (Meers) Cummings on the family  farm  northeast of Troy, Kansas. She graduated from Troy High School in 1946. Kathryn graduated from Highland Community College and Missouri Western State University.  

Kathryn married her high school sweetheart, Vernon Carter on February 3, 1950 at the Community of Christ (RLDS) in Fanning, Kansas. They enjoyed 69 years and 7 months together. She was a devoted wife and mother. Kathryn’s highest calling and pride was in her daughter, Mary Kathryn. She shared her pride of Irish heritage and was a loyal friend. She was a member of Community of Christ and a strong follower of  Our Lord.

Kathryn began her teaching career in a one room school in Doniphan County and worked later teaching at Bert A. Nash Correctional School for Youth in Atchison, Kansas. As a teacher, she shared with her students her love of poetry and her love for her Country. Kathryn was a lifetime member of the Kansas National Education Association. Also she was a long time patron of the Sigma Alpha Iota Women’s Fraternity where her daughter is a charter member at Missouri Western State University. 

Kathryn was preceded in death by her father, mother and her sister -in-law Rosetta Cummings. Her survivors include-Vernon her husband; daughter Mary Kathryn (Michael) Clarady  all of Derby, Kansas; her brother Lyle Cummings, niece Marla Kay Cummings and nephew Robert (Bob) Cummings all of Troy, Kansas; great nephews Shane (Heather) Peden of Wichita, Kansas Clint Peden of Troy, Kansas, and Brady (Mikalla) Cummings of Los Angeles, California; great niece Blair (Brandon) Geiger of Highland, Kansas; great-great nieces and nephew Taylor, Bennett and Brittie.

Kathryn’s family friends Christine (Wayne) Determann; John (Sarah) Clarady (Lucas, Aaron, Wyatt); Daniel (Kim) Clarady (Lily) brought her great joy. 

A celebration of Kathryn’s life will be held Saturday September 7, 2019, 10:30 am at the Community of Christ in Fanning. Burial will follow at Mt Olive Cemetery in Troy. Family invites friends to lunch and fellowship at the Community of Christ in Fanning following graveside.

The family will receive friends Friday September 6, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:30 pm at the Community of Christ in Fanning.

Memorials in lieu of flowers- the family requests either the Orma’s Orphans (African orphan’s ministry through Fanning Community of Christ) or the Troy ambulance fund.

Arrangements are through Harman Rohde Funeral Home.

Melvin Hjetland, 97, of Hiawatha, KS, died Tuesday, June 18, 2019.

Survivors: Jerry (Joyce) Hjetland, Randy (Terri) Hjetland of, Peggy Hjetland (Bob) Kaiser, Bob (Cheryl) Hjetland.

Preceded by: wife Helen, siblings: Lehman Hjetland and Marguret Hjetland.

Celebration of Life Service: 1 p.m. Saturday, September 14, at Upper Wolf Lutheran Church, SE of Robinson. Pastor Fran Lantz will officiate. Refreshments following service in Church basement.

Memorials: Upper Wolf Lutheran Church

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Julia Ann Howell, 76, of Horton, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at the Mission Village Living Center in Horton, Kansas.

She was born on November 27, 1942 in Eustis, Nebraska the daughter of Eugene and Armilda Lucas Gruber. Julia was a homemaker and a preschool teacher.

She was a member of the United Methodist Church, former girl scout leader, cub scout leader, helped with the church bus, did knitting for the homeless and helped deliver meals on wheels.

Julia was an excellent cook, baker and loved working with her flowers.

On August 14, 1964 she married Doyle Wayne Howell in Lexington, Nebraska. He preceded her in death on October 10, 2011.

She is survived by a daughter, Mary Ann (Mark) Congdon of Milan, Tennessee; two sons, Michael Wayne (Holta) of Monroe, Washington and Matthew Wayne Howell of Horton, Kansas; three brothers, Eldon Gruber of Roca, Nebraska, Bruce Gruber of Salem, Oregon and David Gruber of Molalla, Oregon; three sisters, Eugenia Hawks of Lexington, Nebraska, Verna Mae Goad of Salem, Oregon and Nancy Holscher of Bertrand, Nebraska; four grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Memorial services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, September 7, 2019 at the United Methodist Church in Horton, Kansas. The family will greet friends on Friday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. at the mortuary. Inurnment will be at the Prairie Grove Cemetery in Lincoln, Kansas. Memorials may be made to the United Methodist Church and may be sent in care of the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary.  A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com 

Joseph Eugene Edie, 88, of Highland, Kansas, passed away on Monday, September 2, 2019 at the Hiawatha Community Hospital.

Joe was born on March 11, 1931 in Wheelers Grave, Iowa, the youngest of four children born to Archer and Lena Smith Edie.

He married Barbara Jean Collins on May 19, 1951 in Sparks, Kansas. They made their home in White Cloud, Kansas, moving to Highland in 1972. He was a member of the White Cloud Christian Church.

He worked most of his life for the Doniphan County road and bridge department. He later became the foreman there and  also became a Doniphan County Commissioner until he retired. He loved gardening, and fishing but most of all the country music. He taught himself to play guitar at a young age playing for area square dances. Later he formed a band, bringing his children into it. Where they also played gospel music at various churches and different functions.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara, his parents, a son, Michael Wayne, his siblings, brother, Kenneth Edie, sisters, Violet Ptomey and Ethel (Alfrey) Shaw. Survivors include a daughter, Charlene (Jim) Twombly of White Cloud, Kansas; two sons, Larry (Sharon) Edie of Highland, Kansas and Robert (Jackie) Edie of Highland, Kansas; 8 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, 5 great great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

The family will greet friends Wednesday evening at Community Of Christ Church in Fanning, Kansas from 6:00 to 7:30 P.M. A graveside service will be at 10:00 A.M. on Thursday morning at the Highland Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Joe Edie memorial fund to be designated later and may be sent in care of the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, Kansas. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com

Lorena (Harness) Whittaker, 88, of Atchison, Kansas died Friday, August 30, 2019 at theAtchison hospital.

Lorena was born on June 3, 1931 in rural Atchison to Cassian David & Elsie Mae (Muncie) Harness.

She worked at Whitaker Cable, and a LPN for Missouri MethodistHospital, Atchison Hospital, Atchison Medical lodge and the VA Medical Center.

Lorena married Vernon Whittaker in 1956, they later divorced.  

She was preceded by her parents, daughter, Shirley Davies, sister, June (Jack) Diffley, brothers, Dean and Donald Harness and a great-grandson, Ryder William Rush.

Survivors include her children; Steve Whittaker (Linda), Wathena, Kansas

                                                  Raymond Whittaker (Lynnette), Atchison, Kansas

                                                  Terry Whittaker, Atchison, Kansas

 numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Sister-in-law, Marylene Harness, San Angelo, Texas

FUNERAL: 10:30 A.M. Friday, September 6, 2019.

              At:  Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas.

             Burial: Mount Vernon Cemetery, Atchison, Kansas.

          Visitation; family will receive friends 6-8 P.M. Thursday evening at the funeral home, where friends may call after 9 A.M. Thursday.

            Memorials: Troy Ambulance Fund

                  www.harmanrohde.com

Jerry Hill, 81, of Holton, KS passed away Monday, September 2, 2019 at his home. He was born June 7, 1938 in St. Paul, AR, the son of Hugh and Geneva Lockwood Hill.

Jerry graduated from Fullerton High School in California and attended a few years of college. He was a machine operator for 3M Manufacturing in Corona, CA. He later farmed in Oklahoma and has lived in the Holton area for 23 years.

Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a member of the Lakeview Faith Chapel.

He was married to Violet Earline Ellis on February 19, 1972 in Fullerton, CA. She survives of the home. Jerry is also survived by 3 sons; Charles Hill (Shondi) of Topeka, KS, Cleveland Cartmill (Robin) of Holton, KS and Lee Cartmill of Topeka, KS; 4 daughters; Roxanna Lewis of Topeka, KS, Gena Aldana (Carlos) and Jera Hill both of Las Vegas, NV and Genny Clarkson (Robert) of Cleburne, TX; his sister, Ruby Cochran, Arizona; 2 brothers, Lonnie Hill of Oklahoma and James Hill of California; 31 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his sisters; Joellen West and Doris and Barbara Hill; his brothers, Bud, John and Bill Hill and his grandchildren; Chad Ward, Charles Hill II and Floyd Shaffer.

A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 7, 2019 at Lakeview Faith Chapel south of Holton. Memorials for Jerry Hill may be given to Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436 to help with funeral expenses. 

Milton Jacobs, of Horton, died Saturday, August 31 at the age of 87.

The body will be cremated.

A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, September 7 at 1 p.m. at the Muscotah Community Building.  

Janis Larkin, 82, of Falls City, NE, passed away September 1, 2019 at Falls City. She was born April 13, 1937 at Tecumseh, NE to Eldon and Doris (Fisher) Holmes. 

She married Don Larkin on June 7, 1956 at Falls City. He passed away September 4, 2009.

Janis was raised at Tecumseh. When married the couple established their home in Falls City. She was a waitress and also a foreman at Flairfold at Hiawatha, KS. The couple operated the Wright Place restaurant from 1990 until she retired in 2005. She then became a caretaker for her granddaughter.

Janis is survived by her daughters, Donna Gildersleeve and her husband Joe of Falls City, Debi Johansen of Joplin, MO, brothers, Jerome Holmes and his wife Sharon of Lincoln, NE, Lawrence Easter and his wife Chris of Wymore, NE, sisters, Eldonna Schwisow and her husband Roger of Lincoln, Charlet Easter-Nichols of Beatrice, NE, grandchildren, Ali Gildersleeve, Colton Gildersleeve and his wife Katie both of Falls City, Heather Mitchell of Joplin, MO, Gretchen Courtney and her husband Bobby of Coral Springs, FL, great-grandchildren, Xavier and Baron Gildersleeve both of Falls City, Breylynn, Gyensynn and Iyralynn Courtney all of Coral Springs. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and a sister, Jean Heckathorn.

Her funeral will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Andrew Chavanak officiating. Cremation will follow and inurnment will be held on Friday at 2:00 PM at Steele Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 7-8:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Thomas Morgan, 83, of Falls City, NE, the “QUIET MAN” passed silently into the night on August 30, 2019 at Falls City, NE, under the special care of hospice and the Nursing Home.   He was born in September 11, 1935 in Falls City, NE to Joseph and Kathryn (Cashman) Morgan.

He returned ‘home’ in 2001.   He is a veteran who served in the US Navy.  Tom was the last of his generation and is survived by an extended family of nieces and nephews, grand and great nieces and nephews and long time friends.  He will be remembered.

Tom has donated his body to the Nebraska Anatomical Board and a service is pending the completion of his donation studies.

Donald “Donnie” Wayne Hoppe, 55, of Falls City, Nebraska was born on April 19, 1964, in Falls City, Nebraska to Louis and Ruth (Fouraker) Hoppe.  He was raised in Falls City where he received all of his schooling.  Donnie graduated from Sacred Heart High School with the class of 1982.  In November of 1982, he entered the United States Marine Corps and served his country until being honorably discharged with several awards and medals in 1986.  Donnie was united in marriage to Sonya Mandery on October 6, 1990, in Falls City, Nebraska.  He was currently employed as a facility manager at Ag Partners in Humboldt.  Donnie was a loving husband and father that prided himself on his kids and grandkids.  He loved camping, woodworking, Husker football and being with family and friends.  Donnie was loved by many family members, in-laws, friends and co-workers.

Donnie passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 having reached the earthly age of fifty-five years, four months and nine days.  He was preceded in death by his father Louis and father-in-law Larry Mandery.  He is survived by his loving wife Sonya of Falls City, daughters: Brooke (Andy) Dean of Falls City, Alisha Hoppe and Travis Witt of Falls City, grandchildren: Gavin and Owen Dean, Treyden Marx and Aspen Witt, Travis’s children Bailey, McKenzie & Delanie Witt all of Falls City, mother Ruth Meuniot of Falls City, mother-in-law Helen Mandery of Falls City, sisters: Candy Bauman of Falls City, Ann (Jim) Huerter and  Kim Bauman of Topeka, KS, Lari Jo (Todd) Thompson of Rulo, a brother Jeff (Kathi) Hoppe of Falls City, and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Donnie’s Life will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2019, at 407 Pacific street in Falls City, Nebraska.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the family’s choice with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.hallfuneral.net.

Services entrusted to Hall Funeral Home-2403 Harlan ST.-Falls City, Nebraska 68355 (402) 245-3131

Morris Edward Blecha, 86, of Pawnee City, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2019 at Premier Estates in Pawnee City, Nebraska.  He was born on May 12, 1933 to Joseph F. And Mary E. (Wies) Blecha in Pawnee City, Nebraska. He grew up on the family farm 4 miles south of Steinauer, Nebraska.  He attended school at District # 11 near Violet, Nebraska.

He was drafted into the U.S. Army on May 19, 1953 at 19 years of age. He went to basic training for eight weeks in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri during the Korean Conflict. He was a truck driver hauling troops in the 333rd pipeline company.  He was honorably discharged on May 18, 1955.  After his service, he returned home to work on the family farm and also worked for neighbors.  He started farming for himself in 1959.

He married Frances Theresa Herrley on November 20, 1965. To this union 5 children were born. He and Frances purchased the farm where they currently reside in 1974 from Winnfred Krantz and Katherine Cool.  Morris had a beef feedlot and cow-calf operation with his wife Frances until 1981. At this time they dispersed the beef herd and set up a dairy operation.  Morris milked cows for a number of years and continued to participate in the farming operation with his son Mark. 

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Mary, siblings, Charles Blecha, Betty Blecha, Robert Blecha, Jo Ann Blecha and Mary Jean Shinn and granddaughter, Megan Paige Deneke.

He survived by his wife Frances, children Marcia (Steven) Deneke, Wessington Spring, SD, Mary (Michael)  Moser of Pawnee City, NE, Melisa (Shawn) Friedly, of Pawnee City, NE, Mark Blecha of Pawnee City, NE, Machelle (Ryan) Wendel of Lincoln, NE, six grandchildren, Katelin Deneke, Blake, Collin and Lauren Moser, Nathan Friedly, and Emilia Wendel, brothers John and Richard Blecha, nieces, nephews and friends.

Services 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Steinauer, Nebraska.  Officiating Father Michael Christensen. Visitation on Tuesday, September 3, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Rosary at 7:00 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church, Steinauer, Nebraska.  Interment at the St. Anthony’s Catholic Cemetery with military rites provided by the Table Rock American Legion and the Nebraska Army National Guard.  Memorials to family choice.  Online condolences can be left at www.wherrymortuary.com. 

James “Jim” Hall, 89, of Falls City, passed away August 30, 2019 at Falls City, NE.  He was born April 16, 1930 at Marrs, OK to Hugh and Lena (Albert) Hall.

He married Lula A. Coonce on May 14, 1960 at First United Methodist Church at Falls City. She passed away November 7, 1995.

Jim was raised in Henryetta, OK, graduating from Spalding High School in 1949. He started working for Burlington Northern Railroad in 1953 doing welding and maintenance for the company’s trains. He moved to Falls City while working for the railroad where he met and married Lula. After the couple married they established their home in Rulo, NE and in 1977 they moved the family to Falls City. Jim retired from the railroad in 1992, giving him time to enjoy fishing, gardening, spending quality time with his grandchildren and traveling to Oklahoma. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.

Jim is survived by his sons Jim and his wife Cheryl, Tom and his wife Cathy, Garry and his wife Veronica and Larry Hall, all of Falls City, Andrew and his wife Shanda of Schuyler, NE daughter, Ginger Feek of Falls City, sisters Juanita Williams of Seal Beach, CA and Helen Hill of Norman, OK, grandchildren, Jake, Jeremy, Robert & Jason Hall, Matthew Hall & Jenny Wood, John, Noah & Lena Hall, Heaven & Sara Norton, Krystal Holmes, Bobby Hall, Jocelyn O’Grady, Adeasha Hall, Preston, Auston & Easton Hall, Kodi Schmidt, Krynn Prater, Reece, Laney, Emmylu & Ray Feek and seventeen great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son Donald George Hall, brothers, Calvin, Richard, Willie & Clifford Hall and sister, Nada Hall.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 10:30 A.M. at the Trinity Methodist Church at Rulo with Reverend Young Je Kim officiating. Interment will be Rulo Cemetery.

Family will receive friends Tuesday from 7:00 – 8:00 P.M. at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.