Rose Marie Hladky, 80, of Soldier, KS, passed away Thursday, April 29, 2021 at her home with family by her side. She was born August 21, 1940 in Holton, KS, the daughter of Roy J. and Arlene (Gunselman) Moore.

          Rose graduated from Holton High School in 1958. She worked as a CNA at Holton Hospital in the 1970’s, she worked as secretary for Jackson County Storm Spotters for over 22 years. She also worked at various restaurants; including Coach House Café, Sharp’s Diner and S & A Café. She retired from Walmart after 10 years. Rose took pride as a homemaker and mom.

          Rose married Bailey Edward “Boots” Hladky on June 6, 1959 in Holton, KS. They celebrated over 61 years of marriage.

          Survivors include her husband, Bailey “Boots” of the home; 4 daughters, Lisa Allen of Soldier, KS, Esther K. Essary of Holton, KS, Sherri A. Immenschuh “Larry” of Soldier, KS and Jada L. Arnold (James) of Muskogee, OK; son, Roy L. Hladky (Gertrud) of Germany; 3 sisters, Elaine Torbett of Atchison, KS, Mary Mick of Holton, KS and Teresa Emmons (Myron) of Horton, KS; brother, Joseph “Joe” Moore (Jackie) of York, NE; 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

          She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Arlene Moore; son, Larry Hladky on February 28, 2020 and 2 brothers, William “Bill” and James “Jim” Moore.

          Funeral Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 3, 2021 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow at the Olive Hill Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Jackson County Storm Spotters 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.

Mary Lou Wilson, 77, of Cummings, KS died on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the Mosaic Life Center, St Joseph, MO.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 am on Monday, May 3rd, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Cormode Officiating. Burial will follow in the Cummings Cemetery, Cummings, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Sunday, May 2nd at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are requested to the Atchison County 4-H or the KETCH Program and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Mary Lou was born on June 30, 1943 in Valley Falls, KS the daughter of Jack V. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Foster) Kirkham. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1961 and attended the Platte Guard Business School. Mary Lou worked for Lincoln Grain, the Atchison County CO-OP, with her mother at the Sunset Dari Dine, Valley Falls, KS and was the Postmaster for US Postal Service in Cummings and Lancaster. She retired in 2015 after approximately 25 years. Mary Lou was a member of the Cummings Christian Church, the VFW Auxiliary, a member of the Lady Elks # 647, Atchison, the Lancaster Saddle Club and enjoyed quilting, sewing, bowling, gardening and yard work and attending the grandchildren’s sporting events and activities. She was active as a 4-H Leader for the Lucky Clover 4-H and in helping with the Veteran’s programs through the Elks and the KETCH Program.

She was married to Gary Wilson on April 6, 1962. He survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son Dan (Misti) Wilson, Cummings, KS, a daughter Margie (Travis) McConnaughey, Valley Falls, KS, two brothers Bud (Kathy) Kirkham, Stark KS, and Harry Dean (Tossie) Kirkham, Valley Falls, KS, two sisters Beverly (Skip) Nitz, Cummings, KS and Nancy (Jim) Kenny, Palmdale, CA and three grandchildren Ryan (Cheyenna) Myers, Bethany (Tyler) Jacobson, and Bailey Wilson, and one great granddaughter Reese Nicole Jacobson. Her parents Jack & Annie Kirkham and Betty Kirkham preceded her in death.

Francis Barry Wills, 82, of Glendale, AZ died peacefully at his home on April 4, 2021.

A Memorial service will be held at 2:30 pm on Sat. May 8th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Fr. Jeremy Heppler, OSB officiating. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Atchison, KS. In lieu of flowers please send a memorial contribution to St. Raphael Catholic Church Renovation Fund, Glendale, AZ or to the St. Benedicts Abbey in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Barry was born May 22, 1938 in Atchison, KS to Francis Robert (Frank) Wills and Vivian Barry Wills. Barry attended St. Benedict’s Grade School and graduated from Maur Hill High School in 1956. After spending time in the Army in California, he came back to Atchison where he worked at the Grain Terminal from 1958 to 1963. He went on to be a driver salesman for Price District Co from 1963 to 1967. From 1967 to 1980 he worked at Page Airways DIPEC in Atchison, KS. On February 16, 1973, Barry was united in marriage to Marjorie (Marge) Bertels-Lutz. In April 1982, Barry and Marge moved to Glendale, AZ where they spent the rest of their lives together. Barry worked at the Arizona Department of Corrections from 1993 to 2004 where he retired as a Correctional Program Supervisor. He is remembered as an excellent Catholic role model and for his love of golf. He cherished his grandchildren and great-grandchildren with all his heart and always sent cards to each one of them on birthdays and holidays. Barry is survived by his grandsons, Jason (Amber) Bradley, Basehor, KS; Ryan (Jess) Bradley, Robbinsdale, MN; Joseph Lutz, Fort Worth, TX; granddaughter, Alyssa Lutz Cobain, Phoenix, AZ; 10 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, Marge Wills, daughter, Julie Bradley, sons, Randy and Tim Lutz, granddaughter, Holly Bradley, his parents and a sister, Janice Supple.

Hiawatha lost one of their beloved teachers after a courageous battle with cancer. Chris Vitt, surrounded by his family, passed away peacefully April 28, 2021 at the Hiawatha Community Hospital. He was 59.

He was born in Colorado Springs, CO, December 14, 1961, one of four children of Greg and Barbara Beckenhauer Vitt. The family moved to Seneca where Chris grew up, attended schools and graduated with the class of 1980 at Nemaha Valley High School. As he was attending Emporia State University, he developed an interest in teaching. He received both his bachelor’s and master’s degree from Emporia in 1984.

Chris came to Hiawatha and started teaching biology at Hiawatha High School which ended after 35 years of love and dedication. This became more of a passion of his, which was obvious as students loved to take his class. Through the years, he was always taking field trips not only locally, but out of the country to places like San Salvador and Bahamas. Chris was loved by students and teachers alike, along with the community. He had a love for nature, still finding time to fish, hunt, and play poker with the guys! His greatest love was his family.

He married Michelle Hummel, August 2, 1986, at Seneca. They made Hiawatha their home, raised their family with Michelle being a teacher at Hiawatha Middle School. She survives at home.

Also surviving are sons Jeremy Vitt (Melissa), Ryan Vitt, his parents Barbara and Greg Vitt, brothers Joe Vitt (Kim), Dave Vitt (Davina), brother in law Gary Graber, with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his sister Bernadette Graber, grandparents Margaretha & George Beckenhauer, Florence Venetucci and Alfred Vitt.

A Celebration of Chris’s life is planned for 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 8, 2021, at Hiawatha Memorial Auditorium, with Shane Spangler and Father Dan Gardner will officiate. Private inurnment at Powhattan Cemetery. Masks are highly recommended. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Chris Vitt Memorial Fund sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

A special note may be left at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com which is also where the service will be livestreamed.

Samuel J. Blythe, III, 92, of Highland, died unexpectedly April 27, 2021, at a care home in Newton, Kansas.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Saturday, where the family will meet with friends from I until 3 p.m.

A Celebration of Sam’s eternal life is planned for 3 p.m. Sunday, May 2, at the Troy Baptist Church. Pastor Dennis Jennings will officiate. Burial will follow at the Highland Cemetery, with military honors a courtesy of Dillon Bales American Legion Post, and the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

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Sam was born August 17, 1928, in Atchison, Kansas to Samuel J Blythe Jr and Lucy Crawford Blythe, the oldest of four children. He attended Atchison schools, graduating from Atchison high School. He graduated from Ottawa University in 1950 and was immediately drafted into the U S Army, serving in Korea. He was severely injured by an incoming mortar and carried those injuries for the rest of his life. Following the release form the Army he lived and worked in San Antonio for several years and returned home to work with his father on the family farm in 1957. Sam continued to live with his father until his father’s death in 1979. Sam had a great passion for the Lord and was always willing to share his faith. In 1975 Sam began to pastor the Baptist Church in Sparks Kansas.

In 1980 Sam moved to Highland, Kansas and became involved in Midland Ministries where he served on the board. He had a great passion for the souls of young people and did volunteer service in several youth camps. During this time he began nursing home visitation where he would play familiar hymns on the piano. He continued this until he became a resident in Highland Healthcare. Sam was known for his generous spirit always willing to help someone giving them a hand up. He was awarded appreciation certificates by several nursing homes in the area and was honored by the Doniphan County Chamber of Commerce given the title of “Quiet Hero” which well describes Sam.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother John Blythe, and sister Mary Blythe. He is survived by one brother Paul Blythe and eleven nieces and nephews. His friend Raymond Neibling who was an advocate for Sam’s care also survives. 

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Troy Baptist Church, sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035

Please refer to www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com for leaving a special note, which is also the livestreaming site

Freddie “Fred” Allen Leuthold, 79, of Bern, Kansas died on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca, Kansas.

Fred was born on July 29, 1941 on the family farm south of Bern, Kansas to David Emil and Florence Irene (Bieri) Leuthold. He grew up in the Bern area along with his two brothers, Larry and Morris. Freddie attended school in Bern and graduated from Bern High School with the class of 1959. After high school, he farmed with his dad until he entered the Army Reserves. Then, after his military service, he returned home and continued his role on the family farm as a farmer and stockman.

Fred enjoyed fishing, cutting wood, hunting for mushrooms, attending farm sales, and tractor pulls. In addition, he was a collector of many things including barbed wire, wrenches, guns, and water pumps. Also, he enjoyed volunteering at community events like setting up for the monthly blood drives and helping at Albany Days. He served many years on the Bern Fire Department. Due to his declining health, Fred made his home at Crestview Manor Nursing Home in Seneca, Kansas where he enjoyed visiting with old friends and neighbors. In addition, he cherished the new friendships that he established with many residents and the caring staff.

Fred was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his two brothers, Larry Leuthold of Manhattan, Kansas and Morris (Mary Kaye) Leuthold of Bern, Kansas; his two nephews, Jerry (Pam) Leuthold of Bern, Kansas and Mark Leuthold of Manhattan, Kansas; his two nieces, Pam (Steve) Walker of Bern, Kansas and Lisa Casey of Springfield, Missouri; his other extended family and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. at the Popkess Mortuary Chapel in Sabetha, Kansas. Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 2, 2021 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Popkess Mortuary Chapel. The procession to the Bern Cemetery will be led by the American Legion Riders and the Bern Fire Department. The interment will be in the Bern Cemetery in Bern, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to the Bern Fire Department sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia, Sabetha, Kansas 66534. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com

John Alan Hysten, 61, of Topeka, KS formerly of Atchison, KS died on Monday, April 26th, 2021 at the University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, KS.

Funeral services will be held at 11:30 am on Saturday, May 8th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. James Gambrell officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Hill Cemetery, Atchison. The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:30 am on Saturday, May 8th 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

John was born on November 20, 1959 in Atchison, KS the son of Clem and Jean (Boydston) Hysten. He worked as a farmer and owned and operated Hysten Farmers, Inc. and also as a laborer for the J & M Staffing. Mr. Hysten was a member of the Gage Blvd Fellowship of the Jehovah Witness, Topeka, KS. He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, and growing plants. John was known for his sense of humor and always having a good joke to tell.

Survivors include his wife, Carla Hysten, Topeka, KS, a daughter, Destiny Hysten and Clint Dunbar, Atchison, KS, a son, Brian Hysten, Topeka, KS, four brothers; Fred Hysten, Atchison, KS, Lloyd Hysten, Lawrence, KS, Joe Hysten, Topeka, KS, and Patrick Hysten, Lawrence, KS, six sisters; Judy Billings, Topeka, KS, Christine Hightower, Topeka, KS, Vicki Stone, Horton, KS, Mary Ruddy, Ozawkie, KS, Rose Godfrey, St. Louis ,MO, and Valerie Hysten, Las Vegas, NV, and eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. His parents, a son, Emerson Duane Downing, brothers; Clifford and Richard Hysten, sisters; Margaret Grier, and Cynthia Hysten preceded him in death.

Roy D. Johansen, 77, of Hamlin, died April 25, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

Roy was born March 16, 1944 in Bingham, NE, one of eleven children of James and Edna Brammer Johansen and had lived nearly all of his life in Brown County where he attended schools. He joined the 2nd BN 130th FA, Kansas Army National Guard for which he served for over 18 years before retiring. Roy worked as a backhoe operator with the Gas Service Company for many years before retiring.

He married Marilyn Glenn January 1, 1965. They made their home at Hiawatha for several years before she died March 16, 1995. He was also preceded in death by his parents, a daughter Janette Jill, and a son Michael and his wife Laura.

Survivors include his son Jeff Johansen (Kim) of Topeka, two grandchildren, step son Matt Adam (Bonnie) with 3 step-grandchildren. He is also survived by his siblings: Jim Johansen, Hazel Hester of Burlington Junction, MO, Pat Davidson of Wymore, NE, Barbara Boyles, Betty Hayes, John Johansen, Sandra McClenny, Susan Mowry, Tom Johansen, all of Hiawatha, David Johansen of Nevada, MO, Eric Dreher of Kansas City, MO.

The family would like to thank the many who stopped to visit. Roy loved life, his many friends, especially those at the Sabetha Hospital and Brown County Law Enforcement. Once you became a friend of Roy’s, you were a friend for life! Roy was a “pay forward” friend and was often seen assisting others who needed him. He had a strong faith in God. He also was involved with scouting, and had been a scout leader.

Roy enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, anything that had to do with being outdoors. He got great pleasure being able to pass on for example, his hunting skills, and watch it pay off….Roy got more excited than the hunter!!

A celebration of Roy’s life is planned for 11 a.m. Friday, May 7, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha with Tony French officiating. Military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

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

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

A special note of remembrance may be sent to www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com, which is also the site for livestreaming services.

Charles Dean “Charlie” Brockhoff, of Fairview, died unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, April 27, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital-KU Campus, Topeka. He was 63.

Charlie was one of three children born to Norman and Nancy Bloom Brockhoff, March 17, 1958, at Hiawatha, and was a lifelong Fairview area resident, attended Fairview grade school until they unified with Hiawatha, he then attended Robinson Middle School prior to graduating from Hiawatha High School with class of 1976. In his life, he was a ‘jack of all trades’. He spent his early years working on the family farm—Brockhoff Feed Yards, then a time at the Fairview Elevator, driving a semi along with having his own welding shop. The last 30 years he worked as manager of the Brown County Landfill.

He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church of Fairview; volunteer firefighter for the Fairview-Walnut Fire Department for 45 years, serving a number of years as Fire Chief. One of Charlie’s favorite ways to spend time was doing controlled grass burns for the fire department. He spent several years as a reserve officer with the Brown County Sheriff Department. His passions included hunting, mowing jobs, and re-building Cub Cadet mowers.

Charlie was quite the prankster, never knew a stranger, and loved being with friends whom he could tease and banter back and forth.

Survivors include a son Brad Brockhoff (Meagan) of Hiawatha, his mother Nancy Brockhoff of rural Fairview, a brother David Brockhoff also of Fairview, aunts Joyce Brockhoff, Diane Brockhoff, cousins Hazel, Cathy, Mike Brockhoff, and numerous nieces and nephews. His best friend was Pam Ukele of Sabetha.

He was preceded in death by his father Norman, and sister Teresa Althouse.

The family will meet with friends from 5 until 7 p.m. Friday, April 30, with a Celebration of Charlie’s life to follow at 7 p.m., all at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha. Reverend Michael Dunaway will officiate. MASKS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Fairview-Walnut Fire Department, sent in care of funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

A special note of remember may be sent to www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com which is also the livestreaming site..

Toby E. Walker, 56, Atchison, Kansas, died Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Village Villa in Nortonville, Kansas.

A Celebration of Life Service will be Friday, April 30,2021 at 3:00 P.M. at the Atchison American Legion. Interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery at a later date.

Toby was born July 7, 1964, in Anchorage, Alaska, the son of Roy and Carolyn (Coon) Walker. He attended Washington and Central Schools later graduating from Atchison High School. He then attended culinary school.

He enjoyed playing pool, going fishing and playing poker. He was a collector of many things especially tools. Toby was very independent despite his medical condition. If you know Toby you know what I am talking about.

Survivors include a son, David Walker, Gatesville, TX, a daughter, Cheri Walker, Cameron, MO, three brothers, Robby Walker, Atchison, KS, Joe Walker, Atchison, KS, Corey Walker, two sisters, Tammy Ferris, Atchison, KS, Tina Purdy, Mayetta, KS, six grandchildren, Ethan Walker, Stephen Walker, Annabell Walker, Peyton Walker, Chloe Walker, Charisma Steltenpohl.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother Timmy Walker.

Garland E. Blanton, 79, passed away April 15th near Troy, Kansas. Garland was born in Severance, KS to Floyd Sr. and Mary (Simpson) Blanton of Troy, KS on Jan. 6, 1942. He attended school in Troy. He joined the Army at age 17. He was stationed in Germany for 2 years during the Berlin Conflict. He worked for 21 years for the City of Troy as a maintenance worker and electrical lineman and Sprague Excavating for 10 years.  

Garland married Mary Jane Sells and had daughters Kelly and Sonya and an adopted daughter Jani Blanton. They were later divorced. He then married Cindy Jones and had children Jeremy and Danielle. They were later divorced. He was a baptized member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Bendena.    

Garland served in the Army National Guard for 20 years. He belonged to American Legion Post #55. He started the “Sons of the American Legion” group while serving as Vice-Commander in Troy. He was also a member of the VFW Post #5531 in Wathena, Ks. He enjoyed life as a skilled bow hunter and avid collector of Native American artifacts along with his seasonal passion of mushroom hunting. Known as “Cowboy” by his St. Joseph friends, he also enjoyed dancing, fishing, metal detecting and traveling the backroads of Doniphan County. While bow hunting at Eagle Springs in 1973 he came upon Ryan O’Neill in his car waiting for the film crew of Paper Moon. They were both stunned to run into each other.    

He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Janie Blanton and brother Harold “Dean” Blanton. He is survived by his brothers Floyd, Jr. “Gus” (Donna), Wathena, KS; Dwayne (Peggy) Blanton, Oskaloosa, KS.   

He is survived by his children: Kelly Blanton, Troy, KS; Sonya Waggoner, White Cloud, KS; Jeremy Blanton, Bendena, KS, and Danielle Blanton, Moray, KS; Grandchildren Tad Blanton, Keidi, Kameron, Kody Duncan, Brittain Waggoner, Lane and Gunnar Collins, Jacob, Cassidy, Derek, and Vanessa Blanton, Josh and Justin Losson. He had great- grandchildren: Madelyn, Kalyn, Jacelyn, Jaxs, Jayden, Kade, Kinzleigh, Weston, Izzy and one great-great granddaughter Ava Rose.   

Garland’s wishes were to be cremated under the direction of the Harman Rohde Funeral Home, Troy. There is no scheduled public visitation. A graveside memorial service will be held on May 1st  at 3pm with a military honor guard at Mt. Olive Cemetery in Troy. A memorial fund has been set up for funeral expenses. Please send to Harman Rohde Funeral Home P.O. Box 185 Troy, Kansas 66087 or Jeremy Blanton 108 Willow Lane, Bendena, Ks. 66008. www.harmanrohde.com  

Patsy Sue Fritz, 78, of Falls City, NE, passed away, April 25, 2021 at Falls City. She was born June 26, 1942 at Falls City to Leonard H. & Evelyn M. (Lietzke) Fritz.

Patsy grew up 6 miles north of Falls City on a farm home and attended St. Paul’s Lutheran School, 6 miles north until 8th grade. She attended and graduated from Falls City High School in 1960. After graduation she moved to Kansas City, MO and worked for Hallmark Corporate. She than worked for a couple of daycares and worked housekeeping in a hotel chain in downtown Kansas City. She retired and moved back to Falls City. She was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 6 miles north.

Patsy is survived by brother, David Fritz and his wife Jenny of Port Aransas, TX, niece, Elizabeth Roberts and her husband Gregg of Westby, WI, nephew, Benjamin Fritz and his wife Elizabeth of Keller, TX, cousins, Darwin Palmer and his wife Debbie, Diane Schawang and her husband Paul, both of Falls City, Sharon Meyer of Tulsa, OK, Don Fritz and his wife, Lloya of Lincoln, NE, James Nedrow of Beatrice, NE and cousin-in-law Charlotte Nedrow of Waverly, NE and eight great nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by parents, sister, Clida and a cousin Larry Nedrow.

A memorial service will be planned for a later date in July.

Dearle Marrs, 48, of Crosby, TX, passed away April 26, 2021 at Highland, TX. He was born July 4, 1972 at Falls City, NE to Jon and Sue (Gerdes) Marrs.

Dearle was raised at Salem and graduated Dawson-Verdon High School in 1990. He attended Peru State College and Kansas City Community College and graduated with an associate’s degree in mortuary science. He then became employed at Clark Funeral Home and then managed several S.C.I locations in Nebraska and Texas. He then moved to Temecula, CA where he worked for Miller-Jones Funeral Home before moving back to the Houston, TX area and worked for Carriage Services at Sterling-White Funeral Home at Highlands, TX. He was a member of Rotary and several funeral director associations.

Dearle is survived by his partner, Stacey Weeks of Crosby, parents, Sue and Bill Oberst of Salem, sister, Kim Kinder of Greenfield, MO, nieces and nephew, Karsen and Caden Sims, Addison Kinder, step-children, Michael Weeks, Cassidy Miller and her husband Logan, Elizabeth and Victoria Thomas, step-grandchildren, Tallin and Avery. He was preceded in death by his father.

His funeral will be held on Monday, May 3, 2021 at 10:30 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home. Interment will be in Maple Cemetery.

Open visitation and viewing will begin Saturday afternoon until 5:00 PM and on Sunday from noon until 7:00 PM.

Howard W. Zimmerman, 93, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 26, 2021 at Falls City. He was born September 8, 1927 north of Preston, NE to Jacob and Amelia (Niemeyer) Zimmerman.

He married Mina Vogele on September 21, 1951 at Rulo, NE.

Howard was raised north of Preston. Her served in the Army Air Corp and when he returned from service the couple married and they made their home on the farm north of Preston, where they lived for 10 years while he worked for Archer Petroleum Oil Company as a county manager. They moved to Monmouth, IL where he was promoted to district manager. In 1969 they moved to Marysville, KS where they opened and operated a Gambles Store until 1980. He then worked for Pamida/Gibson and Wheelers. Following his retirement, he drove a crew van for railroaders, moving to Falls City in 2012. He was a member of First United Methodist Church.

Howard is survived by his wife, Mina of Falls City, children, Michael and his wife Janine of Marysville, KS, Cindy Dummermuth and her husband Richard of Olathe, KS, sisters, Laura Kottich of Falls City and Burdeen Prater of Omaha, special family friend, Francis Feldhausen of Marysville, KS, granddaughters, Natalie Furniss and Angela Melvin and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Marvin and sisters, Margie Steinman and Janette Baumker.

His funeral will be held on Friday, April 30, 2021 at 10:30 AM at First United Methodist Church with Reverend Young Je Kim officiating. Interment will be in Steele Cemetery.

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

Delmar E. Scholl, 91, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 25, 2021 at Falls City. He was born November 25, 1929 in rural Barada, NE to Fred and Matilda (Freie) Scholl.

He married Rosalie Finck on June 20, 1953 at Falls City, NE.

Delmar served in the Nebraska National Guard, Company B, headquartered in Falls City for 15 years.

Delmar moved into Falls City with his parents as a small child and graduated Falls City High School in 1949. He was employed at Simanton and Pence Greenhouse from 1942 until 1969 when he became employed at Safeway Grocery Store. When Safeway closed in 1982 he was an assistant manager. He then worked for Jack and Jill as a produce manager, retiring in 1990. He enjoyed woodworking, making crafts, gardening and bake. He was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

Delmar is survived by his wife, Rosalie of Falls City, son, Dennis and his wife Linda of Monett, MO, Debbie Scholl of Falls City, grandchildren, Justin Scholl of Springfield, MO, Leslie Smith of Ozark, MO and 5 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Leon and Eugene.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church with Father Lawrence Stoley as the presiding priest. Interment will be in Falls City Catholic Cemetery.

A Parish Rosary will be recited 1 hour prior to service time at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

Ronald L. Shefferd, 78, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 24, 2021 at Falls City. He was born March 26, 1942 at Falls City to Leonard and Lucille (Aue) Shefferd.

Ronald was raised in Richardson County and graduated from Stella High School in 1961. He enlisted in the U. S. Army on May 26, 1964 and was honorably discharged May 14, 1966. When discharged he returned to Falls City and then moved to Omaha where he worked at Gate City Steel. He moved back to Falls City and spent his time doing handyman work around Falls City. He had a special fondness for his 1958 Chevy Impala convertible, playing guitar and Elvis.

Ronald is survived by his son, Rodrick Rowland of Falls City, brothers, Gary and his wife Karen of Hiawatha, KS; Richard and his wife Barb of Hiawatha, KS; Dennis and his wife Pam of House Springs, MO; David Shefferd and his wife Debbie of Fairview, KS; sisters, Judy Bradley of Falls City; Pat Karst and her husband Ronald of Salem, NE; Sue Buckminster and her husband Marvin of Falls City. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Diane Wendtlandt.

Mr. Shefferd has been cremated and a private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

Iva Louise (Boring) VanWinkle, 92, of Sabetha Kansas formerly of Humboldt, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha, Kansas.  She was born on December 20, 1928, in rural Humboldt, Nebraska to Walter and Anna (McGinnis) Boring.  Iva attended Dawson schools and graduated from Dawson High School with the class of 1946.  Following graduation, she attended Business School in Omaha, Nebraska. 

On November 11, 1947, Iva was united in marriage to Kenneth VanWinkle.  To this union two children, Jerry Wayne and Peggy Ann, were born.  The couple lived around Dawson throughout their married life where Iva was active in the community.  She was a member of the Rebekah’s Crescent Lodge #134 in Humboldt.  Kenneth passed away in 2004 and Iva lived in Humboldt, Nebraska before moving to Sabetha, Kansas where she was a resident of the Apostolic Christian Home.  She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth, brothers: Hugh, Lawrence, Donald, Norman “Mike” and Clayton Boring, her sister Lucille and sons-in-law John Lee and John Manley.

Iva is survived by her loving children: Jerry VanWinkle and wife Betty of Beatrice, NE; Peggy Manley of Sabetha, KS; 5 grandchildren: Jeffrey VanWinkle and wife Lori, Jay VanWinkle and wife Neilsine, Doug VanWinkle and wife Carry, Christina (Lee) Storrs and husband Scott, Matt Manley and wife Alicia, 13 great-grandchildren, and many other nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 29, 2021, at the Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street in Humboldt, Nebraska with Clayton Lundstedt officiating.  Interment will follow services at the Heim Cemetery in Dawson, Nebraska.  

Visitation will be from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 28, 2021, at the Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street in Humboldt.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.wherrymortuay.com

Services entrusted to Wherry Mortuary-207 Nemaha ST-Humboldt, Nebraska 68376 (402) 862-2915

Rosemary Schmelzle, 76, Atchison, Kansas died Friday, April 23, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital on the Plaza, Kansas City, Missouri.

Funeral services will be Thursday, April 29, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Robert Ziegler officiating.  Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery.  Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, April 28, 2021 from 6:00 until 7:30 P.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home to assist with the funeral expenses and may be left in care of the funeral home.

Rosemary was born May 21, 1944 in Atchison, Kansas the daughter of Jacob and Rose (Molini) Hopple.   She attended Atchison Public Schools graduating from Atchison High School.

Rosemary was a waitress for many years for Pete’s Steakhouse and Paolucci’s Restaurant.  In her spare time she enjoyed gardening; arts and crafts; fishing and was formerly on the Ladies Bowling League.

She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church.

Survivors include three sons, Chris Schmelzle, St. Joseph, MO; John E. Schmelzle, Seneca, KS; Jeremy Ryan Schmelzle, Atchison, KS; step son, Luke Schmelzle, Ashland, OR; two daughters, Rebecca Whaley, St. Joseph, MO; Jennifer Schmelzle, Sussex Court Spring, TX; step daughter, Jackie Schmelzle, Seneca, KS; and three grandchildren.

Charles R. Wagner, 91, Atchison, Kansas, died Thursday, April 22, 2021, at Atchison Senior Village.

Mass of Christian burial will be Friday, April 30, 2021 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB as celebrant. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Parish rosary will be on Thursday, at 6:00 P.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with visitation to follow until 7:30 P.M. Memorial contributions are suggested to Atchison County Historical Society or St. Benedict Parish for Mass Intentions for Charlie and may be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Charlie was born September 8, 1929, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Matthias and Catherine (Schuele) Wagner. He attended St. Joseph’s Elementary School and graduated from Maur Hill Prep School.

He and Carol Anslinger were united in marriage on February 17, 1955 at St. Benedict’s Church in Atchison. Carol preceded him in death on August 29, 2020.

Charlie was a farmer and stockman his entire life and also worked in several lumberyards as a manager including Easton Lumber, the Lancaster Coop Lumberyard until its closing and Carrigan Lumber. He was a diligent carpenter, building four houses that he lived in throughout his life. 

He was a member of St. Benedict Parish in Atchison, he served in the National Guard and was a member of Knights of Columbus Council #818. He volunteered on the Easton City Council, Easton Volunteer Fire Department and as chairman of Atchison County RWD #2. He was a part of the Atchison County Cornshuckers.

Charlie enjoyed the history of his family and Atchison County in his retirement, but was most proud of being a father, grandpa, great grandpa and coach. 

Survivors include three daughters, Jennifer (Kevin) Gigstad, Nortonville, KS; Stephanie (Tom) Nichols, Shawnee, KS; Angela (Russ) Seybert, Eudora, KS; three sons, Gregory (Robyn) Wagner, Cummings, KS; Richard (Kathy) Wagner, LaMars, IA; Jeffrey (Bev) Wagner, Atchison, KS; two brothers, William “Bill” Wagner, Atchison, KS; Mike Wagner, Atchison, KS; three sisters, Donna Stec, Atchison, KS; Barbara “Bobbie” Miller, Smithville, MO; Sr. Catherine Agnes Wagner, St. Louis, MO; seventeen grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Mary Kathryn Wagner, a brother, Norbert Wagner, three sisters, Beth Miller, Martha Wagner and Clarita Halling.

A Celebration of eternal life for Daryl Monaghan, 79, of Hiawatha, is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 2021, at First United Methodist Church in Hiawatha.  Pastor Andrew Finch will officiate.  The family will visit with friends following services.

MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING TO BE OBSERVED

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Daryl Monaghan Memorial Fund, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home.

Daryl died November 14, 2020, in Topeka, during the Covid pandemic and unable to have services safely.

Daryl was born May 3, 1941, in a farm home near Whiting, one of eight children born to the late John and Dorothy Askew Myer Monaghan.  Daryl has lived all of his life in Brown County:  growing up in the Whiting-Willis area, graduating from Willis High School with the class of 1959.  He worked at Albee’s Market, Schroth IGA, and the city of Hiawatha, prior to taking starting as a clerk with the Hiawatha Post Office in 1966 until 1992, retiring as a letter carrier, a career that lasted 26 years. 

He was a member of First United Methodist Church of Hiawatha for 60 years, becoming a member transferring from the Christian Church when he married Elsie Bindel.  A number of years ago, he and Jimmie Alkire of Hiawatha spearheaded the Jr. Miss Pageant in Hiawatha.  He supported the Youth Baseball Program, first as a coach for the 8-10 year olds, then later helping in the concession stand for Legion games.  Daryl was a longtime member of NARFE, and to say he was hooked on the St. Louis Cardinal’s is vastly understated!  He now has the grandkids hooked with numerous trips to St. Louis to catch the games and buy memorabilia.  He has always enjoyed spending time with the boys, now the grandkids, supporting them in their sporting events and was known to shout out at the refs!  Daryl has always enjoyed fishing with his boys, now grandkids fishing and last summer, HE was able to catch the biggest fish!

Daryl attended a dance at the Hiawatha Auditorium and met his future bride.  They married September 18, 1960, at Hiawatha.  After Daryl retired from the post office, they bought Maple Lanes Bowling Alley in Hiawatha which they operated together for 34 years before they retired in 2018.   They celebrated 60 years together last September.   She survives in their Hiawatha home.

Also surviving are two sons:  Gerald Monaghan (Rosie), Craig Monaghan (Jennifer), all of Hiawatha; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren.  Also surviving are siblings Maxine Pollom of Lawrence, and Dale Monaghan of Topeka. 

He was also preceded in death by five siblings:  Lyle, Carol, Wayne, Eudene Behrens, Illene Merz, and great-granddaughter Chloye.

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

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

 Raymond Lyle Cannon, 68, of Holton, KS, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021 at his home, with family by his side. He was born May 22, 1952 in Axtell, KS, the son of Donald Francis and Viola Maxine (Shuler) Cannon.

Raymond graduated from Wetmore High School in 1972. He worked for United Corporation in Topeka, Rockwell International in Atchison, Essex Wire in Pauline and BMB (Alamo) in Holton as a welder. Raymond also took pride in being an instructor for Hunter’s Safety in Jackson County for many years.

He married Nancy Susan Mick on July 7, 1972 in Holton; they celebrated over 48 years of marriage.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy of the home; daughter, Jennifer Crawshaw (James) of Topeka, KS; 2 sons, Jeremy Cannon of Holton, KS and Jeffrey Cannon (Anna) of Holton, KS; sister, Darlene Cannon of Goff, KS; 13 grandchildren, Jesse, Colby, Chase, Logan, Baily, Wyatt, Daniel, Julia, Samuel, Nathan, Emmalee, Carson and Amelia; 2 great-grandchildren, Josiah and Jaycee and “one on the way” and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Viola Cannon, sister, Donna Jean Johnsen and 3 brothers, Calvin, Carl and Richard Cannon.

 Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow at the Holton Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the Raymond Cannon Memorial Fund to be designated at a later date 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 Roland Montgomery, 60, of Topeka, KS, formerly of Valley Falls, KS, passed away Friday, April 23, 2021 at his home with family by his side. He was born June 11, 1960 in Topeka, KS, the son of Charles Eugene Montgomery, Sr. and Barbara A. (Godfrey) Montgomery.

James attended Valley Falls High School. He worked at the State of Kansas for the Department of Revenue in his early years. He later worked in maintenance for apartment complexes, including Fontainebleau Apartments.

 James married Teresa Lynn Church on July 6, 1985 in Valley Falls, KS; they celebrated over 35 years of marriage.

Survivors include his wife, Teresa of the home; 3 daughters, Brenda Montgomery, Haley Brewer (Bradley) and Alyssa Montgomery all of Topeka, KS; sister, Deanna L. Bernauer (Charles) of Topeka, KS; brother, Bobby Montgomery (Winona) of Valley Falls, KS; sister-in-law, Pam Montgomery of Hoyt, KS; brother-in-law, Mark Platt of Valley Falls, KS; grandson, Maverick and “one on the way”.

He was preceded in death by his son, Joshua Eugene Montgomery in 2012; his father, Charles E. Montgomery, Sr in 2006; his mother, Barbara A. Montgomery in 2014; sister, Patricia L. Platt and 2 brothers, Charles E. Montgomery, Jr. and Jeffrey R. Montgomery.

Family will greet friends from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls. Celebration of Life will be at a later date. Memorials may be given to Mercer Funeral Home to help with funeral expenses sent P.O. Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Edward (Eddie) Dean Frad, 66, of Atchison, Kansas passed away April 21, 2021, at his home surrounded by family and friends. Funeral services will be held at 7:00PM, April 29, 2021, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home in Atchison, KS with Rev. Jeff Cochran officiating the service. Visitation with family will follow the service until 9:00 PM. Edward will be cremated following the service. Memorials are suggested to the American Lung Association. Words of condolences may be left at the funeral website www.beckerdyer.com

Edward was born July 20, 1954, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of the Delbert and Bernice (Hundley) Frad. On June 12, 2006, he married Eileen Marie Giles. Eddie attended schools in Atchison. He left school after his junior year to pursue work which included the City of Atchison, Country Mart Grocery Store, Midwest Grain Products and AGP. He left AGP in May of 2007, when he became ill with COPD and Emphysema. He enjoyed camping, fishing, watching westerns and spending time with family. Eddie was a John Wayne fan.

Survivors include his wife Eileen of the home; Son’s Michael D. (Dawn) Frad and Richard R. Frad, both of Atchison, KS; Step-Son Stephen Lentz, Leavenworth, KS; and Step-daughter Shela (George) Matthias, Atchison, KS; Half brother Chris (Nicole) Brown , Atchison, KS; Sisters- in-law Mary Jeanne (Daryl) Kuntz, Lancaster, KS and Barbara Baker, Atchison, KS; Brother-in- law David Giles, Cummings, KS; six grandchildren, five step-grandchildren, five great-grandchildren as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces and cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents; Brothers Timothy and William (Mark) Frad; Half-brother Robert Leigh; Sister Karen (Frad) Emery, Father and Mother -in- law, William and C.C. Giles and nephew Patrick Frad.

Lorraine Marie Bechtold, 98, of rural Hiawatha, surrounded with family, passed away peacefully April 22, 2021, at Hiawatha Community Hospital.

She was born September 29, 1922, at Everest, Kansas, the oldest child born to the late Albert Herman “Dutch” and Ethel Mary Freeland Rosenhoover and has lived in the northeast Kansas area her entire life.  Lorraine grew up at Everest, attending Everest Grade School prior to graduating from Everest High School in May 1940.  She later worked to obtain a degree in nursing in February 1944 from St. Joseph School of Nursing, St. Joseph, MO.  She worked as a registered nurse many years several places:  SBA Hospital in Topeka, KS, Horton Hospital, and a short period at Brown County Infirmary.

Mrs. Bechtold was a dedicated member of St. Leo’s Catholic Church of Horton prior to becoming a member of St. Anns Parish in Hiawatha.  Lorraine was active in the Altar Society at Church, and had assisted in the money counting there for many years.  She volunteered for NEK Home Health & Hospice; loved to raise a flower & vegetable garden; enjoyed quilting, sewing, reading.  All this being said, her family was the #1 priority!

Lorraine married Jack Francis Bechtold, August 28, 1944, at Everest.  They farmed and raised livestock for several years near Horton until moving to Hiawatha in 1975 to enjoy their retirement years.  He died July 1998.

Survivors include her children:  Susan Gilkison of Wichita, Mary Bechtold of Topeka, Galen Bechtold (Luci) of Port St. Lucie, FL, Bruce Bechtold (Judy) of Horton, Jay Bechtold, also of Horton, Jane Walsh (Casey) of Denton; a sister Beverly Fuhrman of Castorville, TX, 23 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren, and 4 great-great-grandchildren.  Good friends to Lorraine include George and Sharon Wilhelm, Helen & Toby Melster, and Eldana Nichols.

She was also preceded in death by a sister Rita Henning, brother in law Carl Henning, brothers: Charles Rosenhoover, sister in law Betty Rosenhoover, Ralph Rosenhoover, grandson Gary Wayne Schaefer, grand-daughter Kelsey Jean Bechtold, son in law Richard Gilkison, daughter in law Kim Bechtold, and brother in law Robert “Bob” Fuhrman.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 27, at St. Anns Catholic Church in Hiawatha.  Father Dan Gardner will be the celebrant.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Monday where the parish rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. that evening follow by visitation until 8.

MASKS ARE ENCOURAGED TO BE WORN

Memorial contributions are suggested to Lorraine Bechtold Memorial Fund to be designated later by the family, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

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Gregory Fangman, 62, of Seneca, Kansas, died at his home on April 22, 2021 after battling cancer since 2015.

He was born in Seneca, Kansas on August 28, 1958, the son of Mark and Rosalia Fangman. He graduated from B & B High School in 1976.

On July 31, 1982, he married Judy Suther at Annunciation Catholic Church in Frankfort, KS. The couple farmed and raised their family northeast of Seneca.

Greg was a farmer, stockman, and dairyman. He enjoyed farming and took great pride in his profession and life’s work. Greg collected John Deere toys and passed down his love of John Deere to his sons.

Greg was a member of Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Seneca, and lifelong member of the Knights of Columbus Council #1769.

His greatest passion was the love of family. He cherished spending time both working alongside and playing with each of them, especially his beloved grandchildren. Greg and Judy enjoyed going country cruising and riding around in the gator.

Greg is survived by his wife Judy of the home; four children, Amy (Dustin) Eichler of Parkville, MO, Michael (Michelle) Fangman of Seneca, KS, Andrea (Max) Harder of Virginia, NE, Matthew (Jessica) Fangman of Spring Hill, KS; his brothers, Stephen Fangman of Seneca, KS, Robert (Lisa) Fangman of Ottawa, KS and Joe (Laurie) Fangman of Cosby, MO; his sisters, Judy Schmelzle of Olathe, KS, Diane (Fred) Strunk of Shenandoah, IA, Mary Beth (Gerard) Steinlage of Seneca, KS, Alice (Joe) Sperfslage of Sabetha, KS, and Jane (Duane) Tanking of Seneca, KS; and six grandchildren, Mary, Monica, and Veronica Eichler, Noah and Emma Harder and Leo Fangman.

He was preceded in death by his parents Mark in 2009 and Rosalia in 2012, and brother-in-law Bill Schmelzle in 2018.

Rosaries will be prayed Sunday, April 25th, at 2pm and 7pm at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Monday, April 26th at 10am at Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Seneca. Burial will be at Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Coins for a Cause or the Saints Peter & Paul Cemetery sent in care of the family to Lauer Funeral Home, 212 S 4th St, Seneca, KS 66538.

Paul D. Ingram, 46, of Hiawatha, died at his home, April 22, 2021

Paul was born December 20, 1973, at University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS, one of three children of Larry and Kay Williams Ingram.  He spent nearly all of his life in Hiawatha, where he attended Hiawatha schools with the class of 1992.

Paul worked as a cook most of his life for several Hiawatha restaurants.  He most recently worked for Fairview Mills, Hiawatha.  Paul had a love of music especially concerts.  To say that he was an avid fan, of the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals, was an understatement!!

Survivors include his mother Kay (Ingram) Schmille (Claude) of Hiawatha, son Nathan of Lenexa, KS, sister Brook Pace of St. Joseph, MO and a brother Philip Ingram (Holly) of Wichita, KS.

The family will greet friends at a come and go gathering, at the Calvary Temple Fellowship Hall, 800 South First in Hiawatha from 11 until 1 p.m. Saturday, May 1, 2021.  Inurnment will be private at a later date.

Charles D. “Chuck” Miller, 86, of Oskaloosa, died Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Midland Hospice House of Topeka.  “Chuck”  was born March 4, 1935 in rural Jefferson County, KS, the son of Roscoe William and Lydia “Alice” Brittain Miller.  He was a 1953 graduate of Oskaloosa High School and a graduate of the “Hard Knocks Cowboy College”.  He served in the U.S. Army from December 1953 to November 1955 with an honorable discharge.  “Chuck” was a lifelong, self employed owner and operator of Miller Excavating Co,  and was a Dairyman, Rancher and Farmer all in the Oskaloosa area.  “Chuck” loved music  and was the Managing Partner of the “Honey Creek Band”, entertaining for dances and special occasions in Northeast Kansas for more than 25 years.  He was a member of Oskaloosa United Methodist Church,  American Legion Post #36, and Masonic Lodge #14, all of Oskaloosa and  Eagle’s Lodge Arie #309, Lawrence. He was a Charter Member of the Lucky Spur Saddle Club in Oskaloosa and the F.W. Huston Pharmacy Coffee Club.  

  He married Marilyn “Jo” Mathis on December 21, 1956 at St. Mary’s, KS, she preceded him in death on September 22, 2018.  He is lovingly survived by two sons, Steve (Debbie) Miller, Valley Falls, Mike (Wendi) Miller, Oskaloosa, three daughters,   Jodi (Tom) Ragan, Oskaloosa, Judy (Terry) Morrow, Topeka, Peggy (Todd) Hurd, Perry, one sister, Betty Jo Miller, Orlando, FL, 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.  
  Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM, Monday, April 26, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, Oskaloosa. Visitation will be 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Sunday, April 25, 2021 at the Funeral Home.  Burial  at Pleasant View Cemetery, Oskaloosa. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to F.W. Huston Medical Center or to Midland Hospice in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS,   66066.
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Charles D. “Chuck” Miller, 86, of Oskaloosa, died Thursday, April 22, 2021 at Midland Hospice House of Topeka.  “Chuck”  was born March 4, 1935 in rural Jefferson County, KS, the son of Roscoe William and Lydia “Alice” Brittain Miller.  He was a 1953 graduate of Oskaloosa High School and a graduate of the “Hard Knocks Cowboy College”.  He served in the U.S. Army from December 1953 to November 1955 with an honorable discharge.  “Chuck” was a lifelong, self employed owner and operator of Miller Excavating Co,  and was a Dairyman, Rancher and Farmer all in the Oskaloosa area.  “Chuck” loved music  and was the Managing Partner of the “Honey Creek Band”, entertaining for dances and special occasions in Northeast Kansas for more than 25 years.  He was a member of Oskaloosa United Methodist Church,  American Legion Post #36, and Masonic Lodge #14, all of Oskaloosa and  Eagle’s Lodge Arie #309, Lawrence. He was a Charter Member of the Lucky Spur Saddle Club in Oskaloosa and the F.W. Huston Pharmacy Coffee Club.  

  He married Marilyn “Jo” Mathis on December 21, 1956 at St. Mary’s, KS, she preceded him in death on September 22, 2018.  He is lovingly survived by two sons, Steve (Debbie) Miller, Valley Falls, Mike (Wendi) Miller, Oskaloosa, three daughters,   Jodi (Tom) Ragan, Oskaloosa, Judy (Terry) Morrow, Topeka, Peggy (Todd) Hurd, Perry, one sister, Betty Jo Miller, Orlando, FL, 14 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren.  
  Funeral Service will be 10:00 AM, Monday, April 26, 2021 at Barnett Family Funeral Home, Oskaloosa. Visitation will be 2:00 to 4:00 PM, Sunday, April 25, 2021 at the Funeral Home.  Burial  at Pleasant View Cemetery, Oskaloosa. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggested to F.W. Huston Medical Center or to Midland Hospice in care of the Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS,   66066.
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James "Jim" Richard Inglis, 74, of Falls City, Nebraska passed away on November 9, 2020, in Lincoln, Nebraska from complications of Covid-19. He was born January 14, 1947, in Pawnee City, Nebraska to Donald and Ethelda (Smith) Inglis.  Jim proudly served his country for 24 years in the US Army Reserves in Nebraska.  He owned and operated Inglis Repair Inc in Falls City, Nebraska for many years. He loved to fish, hunt, play cards at the Legion Club and ride his motorcycle with Mark and Sharon Walker. Jim was larger than life and often said that people loved him or hated him, but they never forgot him.

Jim has been lovingly reunited with his late wife, Loni, in Heaven. They married in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 26, 1989 and Loni passed away March 19, 2017. They are once again eating Loni's delicious cooking, fishing, and enjoying the great outdoors together. Jim loved to reminisce about the things they'd done together.

Jim always said that you make your family and so he did. He is especially missed by loving granddaughter, Alicia (Reggie) Parnell and great-grandsons Bryson and Trenton. Son and daughter-in-law Mark and Sharon Walker and granddaughter, Helen. Best friend, Amy Taylor Spain, and grandchildren, Donovan and Phiala. He will continue to be missed by so many.

Graveside Services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the Falls City Catholic Cemetery with Father Lawrence Stoley officiating.

Memoria contributions may be given to the family with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.hallfunera.net

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

Senior Chief Dennis W. Frederick, Retired, age 68 of Falls City, Nebraska passed away in Tucson, Arizona on Friday, April 16, 2021. 

Dennis was born December 2, 1952 to Edward and Shirley (Barber) Frederick in Falls City. He was raised in Falls City, graduated from High School and worked for Wilde Tool for 2 years. In October of 1971 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy. On May 1, 1976 he married Myrna Villanueva in the Philippines.  He served various places and retired as a Senior Chief on March 31, 1996 at NAS North Island, California.  He earned a National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Navy Unit Commendation, Good Conduct Medal, Sea Service Deployment Ribbon, Navy Expeditionary Medal, Navy Achievement Medal and Battle “E”.

Following his discharge, the couple lived in San Diego until moving to Falls City in 1999.  He then attended Peru State College earning a Bachelor of Art and Science degree in History.  He was also a gardener selling his product at the area farmer’s market.  He enjoyed the outdoors, deep sea fishing and hunting.  He was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Myrna, children Joshua (Wendy) Frederick of Buckeye, Arizona, Jennifer (Robert) Finkle of Tucson Arizona, and Sean (Marsha) Frederick of Falls City.  Mother, Shirley Frederick of Falls City, brothers, Jim (Marcia) Frederick and Kenny (Cindy) Frederick, sisters, Teresa (Kerry) Pfister all of Falls City, Mary Sue (John) Martin of Salem and Joyce (Larry) Curtis of Yuma Arizona and 9 grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father.

Funeral Services will be held Monday, April 26, 2021 at 10:30 AM, Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church.

Parish Rosary will be recited on Sunday, April 25, 2021 at 6:00 PM, Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Burial will take place on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 1:00 PM, Omaha National Cemetery.  Military Graveside Honors by the United States Navy.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials to Wounded Warriors or Disabled American Veterans.

Dan Richard Fenton, 82, of Mayetta, passed away Thursday, April 22, 2021 at his home in Mayetta.

He was born January 26, 1939 in Washington, D.C. the son of Charles B. and Maude E. (Skinner) Fenton. He graduated from Mayetta High School in 1957. Shortly after graduating Dan proudly served his country with the United States Army. After his discharge he worked 25 years with Armco Steel in Topeka. He was also a Hyster Driver and had worked as a courier for Stormont Vail. Dan was the sexton and caretaker at Mayetta Cemetery for over 25 years.

Dan is survived by many nieces, nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews. Local nieces include: Judy Gonzales (Bruce), Tammy Brown and Marci Ramage (Chad) all of Topeka, KS; Local great-nieces and great-nephews include: Kristina, Bryce, Bryman, Brandon, Michael, Nicholas, Joshua, Camille, Katlyn and T.J.

Dan was preceded in death by his sisters, Ruth Coffman and Hester Craig and his brothers, James and Charles Fenton.

Graveside Funeral Services, with Military Honors, will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at Mayetta Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday evening, April 26, 2021 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Memorials may be given to Holton Community Hospital Hospice c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, Kansas 66436. To leave a special message for the family, visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com

John Edgar Bonnel, age 58, Winchester, KS, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, April 17th on his farm. He was the youngest of six children to Sid and Deloris Bonnel, born in Atchison, KS on November 18th, 1962. He attended Jefferson County North and graduated Class of 1981. He was a member of the American Legion Post #242 and Teamsters Union #696.

John was a lifelong construction worker, farmer, and rancher. Most recently he was employed by Mid-States Materials.

He married Darlene Weishaar in 1985 and had four children: Cody, Hunter, Denver, and Macie. They later divorced.

John was preceded in death by his mother and father. Survivors include his children Cody (Kelli) Bonnel of Shawnee, KS, Hunter (Kelsey) Bonnel, Denver (Faith) Bonnel both of Valley Falls, KS, and Macie Herrig of Kansas City, KS; grandchildren include Peyton, Ella, Ainsley, Oakley, Rhett, and Cohen; his siblings Cindy (Leo) Scherer, Dorothy Hobbs, Janet (Daniel) Neal, Rick (Donna) Bonnel, and Joe Bonnel.

John enjoyed boating and camping at the lake, taking care of his dogs, and spending time with his grandchildren. Other hobbies include tending to his cattle and working his ground.
 

Celebration of Life will be Saturday, April 24th, at John’s farm (16965 Mooney Creek Rd., Winchester, KS 66097) at 12pm.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Jefferson County Humane Society, Valley Falls FFA Club, or Scholarship fund for John's grandchildren. Contributions can be mailed to 16965 Mooney Creek Road, Winchester, KS 66097 or left Saturday at the celebration of life.

Dickie Lee Thompson, 81, of Sabetha, Kansas was called home on Sunday, November 22, 2020 at the Sabetha Community Hospital.

Dickie is survived by his wife, Ann of the home; his three children, Yvonne (Louis) Goins of Kansas City, KS, Dennis Thompson of Sabetha, KS, and Kay (Howie) Duncan of Sabetha, KS; nine grandchildren, Makayla Goins of Houston, TX, Derrick Duncan of Kansas City, MO, Krystal Samqua of Salem, NE, Kylie Thompson of Hiawatha, KS, Shea Duncan of Sabetha, KS, Jehoiada (Jay) Goins of Kansas City, KS, Ross Duncan of Sabetha, KS, Vonna Goins of Kansas City, KS and Lily Thompson of Sabetha, KS, along with several nieces and nephews plus extended family.

A Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church in Sabetha. Prior to the service, a visitation will be held at the church starting at 10:00 a.m. The inurnment will be made in the Sabetha Cemetery with military honors conducted by the Sabetha V.F.W. Post #7285.

Armella C. Schmits,101, of Seneca died at her home, surrounded by her children, on Tuesday, April 20, 2021.

She was born on February 4, 1920 to John B. and Philomena (Koelzer) Haug, on the Koelzer farm located south of St. Mary’s Church in St. Benedict, Kansas. She attended St. Mary’s Catholic School in St. Benedict, Kansas and graduated from high school in 1939.

Armella married Alvin Schmits on November 6, 1946 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in St. Benedict. The couple lived and farmed the family farm southeast of Seneca until 1951 when they moved to their farm on the north edge of Seneca where they raised their family and she lived until her death. She celebrated her 60th wedding anniversary with Alvin in 2006.

She was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church and St. Ann’s Altar Society.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Alvin on July 9, 2010; her son, Larry on September 21, 2019; five brothers, Lawrence, Pete, Aloysius, Ambrose and Melvin Haug; and sisters, Ursula Lueger and Clara Meyer.

She is survived by her son, Gene (Candy) Schmits of Seneca; her daughters, Jane (Doug) Smith of Lenexa, Carol Baker of Topeka, Linda (David) Stewart of Lenexa and Donna (Michael) Bacon of Lenexa; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.

Rosaries will be prayed at Lauer Funeral Home on Friday, April 23, 2021 at 2 & 7 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Saturday, April 24th at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Memorials may be left in Armella’s memory to Sts. Peter and Paul School, sent in care of the family.

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

William “Boyd” Allen, 87, of Topeka, KS, passed away Monday, April 19, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital. He was born March 27, 1934 in Soldier, KS, the son of Elton Raymond “Skall” and Nora Helen (Capsey) Allen.

Boyd graduated from Soldier High School in 1952. He attended K-State University and Washburn University; playing football and basketball. He graduated from Wofford College in Spartanburg, SC. Boyd proudly served in the United States Army from 1956 -1958.

He had lived in the Topeka Community since 1968. Boyd worked for United Telephone Company (now Sprint) as Data Processing Manager and was owner of ECPI in Topeka. Boyd worked for the State of Kansas as a Systems Analyst at the Department of Revenue; he was also on the Board of Agriculture-Division of Water Resources (one of his responsibilities was to convert water rights from cards to computers), he retired in 1993.

Boyd was a member of 4-H for many years, Kansas Golf Association-winning many Senior Gold Tournaments. Boyd was a life-time golfer enjoying many courses including Masters Golf Tournament at Augusta, GA, City Tournament at Lake Shawnee, Lake Perry Country Club, Western Hills, Cedar Crest Country Club all in Topeka; and many more.

He married Reva Jean White in 1960 at Bartlesville, OK; she preceded him in death in 1984. He married Beverly Jean Long in 1993 on a golf course in Topeka, KS; she preceded him in death in 2012. He was also preceded in death by 3 brothers, Harvey, Raymond and Donald Allen.

Survivors include his 2 sons, Michael K. Allen of Topeka, KS and Ron E. Allen (Mary Shelton) of Lawrence, KS; brother, Martin Allen (Judy) of Highland, KS; 2 grandchildren, Holly L. Allen and Tasha M. Allen and 2 great-grandchildren, Makayla and Kaydence.

Memorial Service will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, April 26, 2021 at Soldier Cemetery.  The family will greet friends from 9:30-10:30 a.m.  Monday morning at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Memorials may be given to the Soldier Hall Community Building 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.

Luke Reo Bilderback, age 29 passed away on April 16, 2021 at University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas with his eldest sister, Brooke, at his side.

Funeral services will be Saturday, April 24, 2021 at 11:00 A.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Visitation with the family will be Friday, Apr. 23rd from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home to assist with expenses. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Luke was born in Leavenworth, Kansas on March 20, 1992 the son of Steven Bilderback and Vicki Goodpasture Emery.  Most of Luke’s life he attended school at Atchison County Community schools and later graduated from Atchison High School in 2010.

Luke loved to work in concrete and held many jobs in that field.  He was a concrete finisher and one of the best in his field.

Luke leaves behind two children who were the light of his life, a daughter, Ja’Lynn Nevaeh and a son, Luke, Jr.  He also leaves his siblings, his best friend, Brooke Bilderback, Ashlea Laporte, Emma Jo Peek, Lexi and Gage Bilderback.  Two nephews who he loved with all his huge heart, his namesake Gunner Charles Reo Beech and Mavryk Hartwell Pace.

Luke is the grandson of Betty Bilderback and the late Charles Bilderback. Pauline Goodpasture and the late Frank Goodpasture and the late Lea Ann Goodpasture McCoole.

Darrell L. Liggett, 68, Atchison, Kansas died Sunday, April 18, 2021 at his residence with his family at his side.

A Prayer service will be Sunday, April 25, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. in the chapel of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB officiating.  A rosary will be recited at 5:00 P.M. on Sunday at the funeral home with visitation with the family to follow until 6:30. Memorial contributions are suggested to KU Cancer Center and may be left in care of Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Darrell was born April 3, 1953 the son of Gene and Bonnie Hembrough Liggett.  He attended Atchison Public Elementary Schools and graduated from Atchison High School.

He was employed with Lincoln Grain Elevator then Conagra and then Bunge Elevator for thirty three years as a grain miller until his retirement.

Darrell and Floydean Fitzgerald were united in marriage on July 26, 1974 in the Unity Village Rose Garden .

Darrell served with the United States Air Force from 1971 until his honorable discharge in 1975.

Darrell was a member of St. Benedict Parish. In his spare time he enjoyed hunting; camping and collecting guns.

Survivors include his wife, Floydean of the home in Atchison, KS; a son, Michael Liggett, Atchison, KS; two daughters, Nichole (Alicia) Liggett, Atchison, KS; Christina (Jake) Coady, Atchison, KS; brothers, Bob Liggett, Liberty, MO; Pat Liggett, Atchison, KS; sisters, Vicky Bryant, Conyers, GA; Linda Alexander, McLouth, KS; Ann Brentano, Overland Park, KS; Merry Beth Babcock, Agency, MO; and twelve grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Betty Jo Pilcher.

Mildred L. Bowser, 86, formerly of Whiting, died Thursday, November 26, 2020 at the Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka following a battle with COVID.

She was born June 4, 1934 at Whiting, the daughter of David and Hulda Stuff Wenger.  Mildred graduated from Whiting High School in 1952.  

Mildred worked at the Horton Clinic, the Student Loan Department at the Bank of Horton, and the Ben Franklin Store in Holton.  Mildred’s pride and joy was running Bowser Daycare, which she did for over eighteen years, and had taken care of more than one hundred children.

Keith Bowser, 87, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the Mission Village Nursing Facility in Horton.

He was born October 7, 1933 on a farm west of Mayetta, KS, the son of Roy and Ina Bostwick Bowser.  He graduated from Whiting High School in 1951.

Keith was a farmer and a stockman in the Whiting area and had operated a dairy for thirty-two years.  He also was a substitute mail carrier and had worked at Goodyear in Topeka for ten years.

Keith and Mildred were married on June 28, 1952 in the home of Mildred’s parents at Whiting.  

They were members of the Evangel United Methodist Church in Holton and former members of the Whiting United Methodist Church.  Keith was also a member of the Jackson County Farm Bureau Association.

They were preceded in death by their parents, a daughter, Linda Borders and a grandson, Jason Hochstetler.  Additionally, Keith was preceded in death by a brother, Roy Eugene Bowser, and Mildred by two sisters, Ruth Gordon and Arlene Geraldine Lively, and a brother, Marvin Lee Wenger.

Survivors include two sons, Rusty Bowser, Otis, Oregon and Jerry Bowser (Mary), Netawaka; a daughter, Bonnie Hochstetler (Steven), Horton; Mildred’s brother, Chester Wenger, Whiting; many grandchildren and many great grandchildren.

A memorial service for Keith and Mildred will be on Saturday, April 24th at 10:30 a.m. at the Whiting Community Center.  A light lunch will follow the service at the Community Center.  Private inurnment will be in the Spring Hill Cemetery at Whiting.  Memorials are suggested to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital, St. Croix Hospice, or Gideons International, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS  66436.  On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

Franklin B. W. Woodbury, 83 years old of Atchison, Kansas, passed away on April 19, 2021, following an illness.  Frank was born on December 12, 1937, in Joplin, Missouri, to Samuel and Pauline Patricia (Bennett) Woodbury of Joplin, Missouri, where he grew up.  Family history was important to Frank and he was a proud member of the Sons of the American Revolution. 

Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Benedict Church. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. and a rosary will be prayed at 9:30 A.M. prior to the mass. In lieu of flowers, Frank asked that memorial donations be sent to the Benedictine College Engineering Department Mission Fund, 1020 North Second Street, Atchison, Kansas, 66002. Funeral care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Services and Interment in Joplin, Missouri are pending at this time.

Frank graduated from Joplin High School in 1955.  During his high school years, Frank encountered Christ while spending time in a nearby Catholic church.  He was baptized at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Joplin, Missouri.  The priest there suggested he attend St. Benedict’s College in Atchison, Kansas, which he did for a year.  In that time, he became an Oblate of St. Benedict, a spiritual commitment that was important to him throughout his life.  During his later university studies Frank served as a lector at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Joplin, Missouri.

From 1957 to 1961, Frank stepped away from studies to serve in the United States Air Force.  He was trained as an electronic instrument training technician and served at Ent Air Force Base near Colorado Springs, Colorado.  A proud veteran, the Fourth of July was one of Frank’s favorite holidays.  He would gather friends to share a meal (Fries and burgers from Five Guys was his favorite.) and watch fireworks.  Upon completion of his military service, Frank returned to college where he successfully earned a Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Engineering from the University of Missouri-Rolla in 1965.

Frank’s long and distinguished engineering career spanned over decades.  In 1971 he began work for the U.S. Bureau of Mines as a research engineer in Minneapolis, Minnesota.  As part of this work, he developed an on-line analytical device employing thermal neutron capture reactions to measure the composition of iron ore process streams.  Frank was promoted to the Bureau’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he served on the U.S. National Tunneling Committee of the National Research Council.  He became the Divisional Staff Engineer in the Division of Minerals and Materials Science where he developed and wrote the Bureau’s first Program Formulation and Evaluation Plan that served as a guide for Bureau researchers.  Frank rose to Assistant Chief of the Division of Regulatory and Policy Analysis and retired from the U.S. Bureau of Mines in 1997. 

Frank was an active member, and often elected leader and board member in numerous professional organizations including the National Society of Professional Engineers, Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers, Virginia Society of Professional Engineers, American Society for Engineering Management, American Society for Metals, American Institute for Mining, Metallurgical, and Petroleum Engineers - The Metals Society.  More notably Frank was proud to be a founding member of Epsilon Mu Eta, the Engineering Management Honor Society (EMH), a charter member of the National Institute for Engineering Management and Systems (NIEMS) and for his service on the Minnesota Legislature Science and Technology Resource Council.  As President-Elect of the American Society for Engineering Management, ASEM, in 1989 Frank opened negotiations with representatives of engineering groups in Canada and Australia concerning their common interest in engineering management issues. The discussions between these international engineering management communities in their respective countries resulted in the establish of a cooperative agreement between ASEM, and the Engineering Management Societies in Canada and Australia that was signed at the Australia Embassy in Washington, D.C., and led to the establishment of the International Federation of Engineering Management Societies, IFEM, in 1991.

His most enduring contributions, however, likely came from the time he spent with the civil and social organizations that were his passion.  From 1994 to the present, he was a member of the Sovereign Military Order of the Temple of Jerusalem.  A Fourth-Degree member of the Knights of Columbus, he seriously lived the principles of charity, unity, fraternity, and patriotism.  At Frank’s suggestion to the Supreme Knight, the Knights of Columbus put together and published a prayer book for service members called, Armed With The Faith, A Catholic Handbook for Military Personnel.  Serving in numerous council officer positions, the highlight for Frank was his ministry as an usher at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Washington, D.C.  Whether it was the Pope or thousands of pilgrims visiting the Shrine for the annual pro-life March for Life, you would find Frank volunteering in and around the Basilica.

 His appreciation for education and commitment to the professional development of young engineers lead him to join and serve in Sigma Pi Fraternity International and the Alpha Iota Chapter at the University of Missouri – Rolla.  He served as Grand Herald for two years.  In addition, Frank was a member of numerous honor societies including Sigma Xi (National Research Society), Tau Beta Pi (Engineering), Alpha Sigma Mu (Metallurgic Engineering), and Epsilon Eta Mu (Engineering Management Honor Society).

After his retirement, Frank moved from Washington, D.C., to Atchison, Kansas, where much of his life’s journey began.  He enjoyed working in the newly established Engineering Department at Benedictine College.  His students were a source of pride and he helped many of them develop their resumes, interview, and find employment.  They became family and will remember Thanksgiving around Frank’s table.  He insisted on turkey, brown gravy, cranberry sauce out of the can, and pumpkin pie.  Some of their favorite memories of Frank are the stories he would tell about life’s adventures.  Most importantly, they say he showed them how to have integrity, be a professional, and follow Christ.  Frank’s faith in Jesus Christ lead him to enthusiastically follow the work of the Fellowship of Catholic University Students, FOCUS.  Even as he became home-bound, Frank would regularly receive Holy Communion.  Holy Mass was celebrated at his bedside and he received the Anointing of the Sick and Apostolic Pardon on the day of his death.  Blessed be his memory. 

Hiawatha…Geraldine Marie Kinsley, 84, of Hiawatha, died early Saturday morning, April 17, 2021, at the home of her daughter in St. Joseph, MO.

Gerry, as to how she was known to family and friends, was born June 14, 1936, at Norfolk, NY, one of eight children born to Milton Henry Sr. and Ethel Mae Sherman Gooshaw.   She grew up back east where she attended school prior to graduating from Elkland, NY High School with the class of 1954.  Gerry worked for Hospice (WEK), Elmira, NY Star Gazette; Plainville Convalescent Home, and upon moving to Hiawatha, Pamida, and Wonder Bread Thrift Store for 19 years until retiring.

Mrs. Kinsley was a longtime member of the Christ Church of Hiawatha; and recent years found her attending faithfully at Trinity United Methodist Church of Hiawatha.  She had a bubbly personality, never knew a stranger, was a great cook and making baked goods, enjoying sharing her goodies!

She married Earl “Wayne” Kinsley, August 4, 1957, at Elmira, NY.  He was in the military and they lived several places across the United States before moving to Hiawatha to make their home in 1975 until moving to St. Joseph to make their home with their daughter Dianna in February 2018.   Wayne died January 17, 2019.  She was also preceded in death by her parents, siblings:  Georgetta Gooshaw, Regnald Gooshaw, Billy Gooshaw, Milton Gooshaw, and Betty Stocum.

Survivors include her children:  Thomas Kinsley, Robert Kinsley, Dianna Haynes, Milton Kinsley, James Kinsley, and Natalie Travis; siblings:  Sylvia Frite, Beverly MacKey; 16 grandchildren with 31 great-grandchildren.  A good friend thru the years of Gerry was Donna Krebs.

Celebration of Gerry’s eternal life is planned for 1 p.m. Thursday, April 22, at Trinity United Methodist Church, Hiawatha, with Pastor Kevin Rea officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Wednesday.  The family will meet with friends one hour prior to services at Church.  PLEASE OBSERVE MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING REQUIREMENTS

Memorial contributions are suggested to: Michael J. Fox Parkinson Foundation, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Please remember the family during this critical time with a card or note of remembrance at www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com  which also is the livestreaming site

Jesse D.  Pierce, 51, of Troy, Kansas died Saturday, April 10, 2021 at his home. 

Jesse was born on December 18, 1969 in St. Joseph, Missouri to Gerald and Opal (Rosell) Pierce.  He was a lifelong resident of Troy where farmed. 

Jesse was preceded in death by his parents. 

Survivors include his sons; Dalton Pierce Speer of Overland Park, Kansas 

                                           Taylor Scherer of Atchison, Kansas 

Siblings; Dow Pierce (Diane) of Bendena, Kansas 

               G.E. Pierce (Sheryl) of Denton, Kansas 

               Susie Peuker (Lester) of St. Joseph, Missouri 

               Connie Leatherman of Denton, Kansas 

              Mary Merten (Ray) of St. Joseph, Missouri 

            Nieces and nephews 

Memorial Service: 10:30 A.M. Monday, April 19, 2021. 

             At the Harman Rohde Funeral Home in Troy, Kansas 

          Visitation:  family will receive friends from 5-7 P.M. Sunday evening at the funeral home. 

         Memorials: Donor’s Choice 

         Inurnment at the Carnhan Creek Cemetery in Olsburg, Kansas 

                     www.harmanrohde.com  

Roberta Lynn (Ballue) Smith, 74, of rural Auburn was born on December 12th, 1946 in Auburn, Nebraska to George Ballue and Lois “Billie” Vice.  Roberta was the youngest of 4 siblings, Judy, Sally, and her twin brother Robert.  She spent her childhood attending the Brownville School House until its closing and went on to attend school in Nemaha.  It was during a fun girl's night out that she met the love of her life, James O. Smith.  In 1963, James and Roberta were married in Nemaha, Nebraska and were blessed to have 3 children, Shelly, Kelly, and Jimmy. They settled in their forever home in the country side of Brownville. Throughout her life, she and Jim took in other kids (Karla, Nathan, Tony and many others) when they needed a place to go, even if it was just for a short while. Roberta loved her family and many others with all she had.

Roberta went on to college and graduated from Peru State College with her Psychology degree in 1993 and then worked for the State of Nebraska. In December of 1994, Roberta began a fight against breast cancer and won. It was after this that she decided to stay home.  Roberta loved cooking, her flowers and gardening. She always did a lot of canning so she could share with the kids and grandkids. Roberta was always making something for someone, Apple pies, cinnamon rolls or dinners for the family. No one ever went hungry, she made sure of that. She was a very caring and giving person who was always thinking of others. Roberta had many titles throughout her life, but her most important titles were being a wife, a mother, a grandmother and a great grandmother.  Roberta was a member of the Brownville Christian Church where she and Jim attended regularly until a few years ago when her health made it difficult to do so. In March of 2021, Roberta was diagnosed with lung cancer and she was determined to fight this battle, but sadly it was not meant to be. Roberta went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, April 15, 2021, at her home. She spent her last days surrounded by those who loved her dearly.  Roberta is preceded in death by her parents, daughter Shelly Smith-Myers and her husband Tim Myers and grandson Henry Cotton.

Roberta is survived by her loving husband James Smith, children: Kelly (Travis) Ragan and James (Jessica) Smith, grandchildren: Jessica (Matthew) Alsup, Kyla (Patric) Tiemeyer, Jeremiah (Meagan) Kimpston, Kristin Smith, Kyle Smith, Kody (Sydney) Smith, Cassius Cotton, Erin Smith, Kristen Ragan and Tasi (Aaron) Mayfield, great-grandchildren: Ryan Paris, Raelee Russell, Rogan Russell, Taytin Tiemeyer, Brynna Alsup, Bentley Kimpston, Elsi Tiemeyer, Grant Kimpston, Sunny Smith, Motley Smith, Cash Janzen, Adleigh Eller, Maclyn Eller, Daweson Mayfield and Jason Von Busch, “Adopted Grandkids” Hank McCoy, Noah McCoy, Oliver Paris, Lena Paris, Jace Sullwold, Wyatt Sullwold, and many other family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 20, 2021, at the Hall Funeral Chapel, 707 15th Street in Auburn, Nebraska with Pastor Bob Chitwood officiating.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Monday, April 19, 2021, at the Hall Funeral Chapel in Auburn.  Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m.

Interment will follow services at the Walnut Grove Cemetery in Brownville, Nebraska.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family with a later designation.

Condolences can be shared online at www.hallfuneral.net

Services entrusted to Hall Funeral Chapel-707 15th ST-Auburn, Nebraska 68305 (402) 274-3131

Ellen Keo, 28, of the Kickapoo Reservation, passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021 in Topeka, Kansas.

She was born on November 17, 1992 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, the daughter of Rudy Keo and Bobbie Ann Whitewater. Ellen graduated from Kickapoo Nation School in Powhattan, Kansas. She went to upward bound at Haskell Indian Junior College in Lawrence, Kansas. She played softball for the local little league team. Ellen lived on the Kickapoo Reservation all her life. She worked for the Kickapoo Tribe fire department and most recently worked for the Johnsonville plant as a maintenance technician.

Ellen was a member of the Kickapoo Tribe in Kansas and of the Sac-N-Fox of Oklahoma bloodline. She loved hand fishing down at the creek, always caught a few good ones. She liked going mushroom hunting and going out doors.

Ellen is survived by her parents, Rudy Keo and Bobbie Ann Whitewater; two daughters, Isabella Keo and Kah-Ke-O-Thah-Quah Keo; grandmother, Mary Castro; four brothers, Jason Shopteese, Dominic Masqua, Jeremy Keo and Terry Keo; two sisters, Jessica Masqua and Stacy Keo; uncles, Dennis Keo, Ronnie Keo, Demeico Castro, Anthony Castro and David Castro; aunts, Noreen Keo, Maureen Keo, Toney Robles, Katherine Embley and Georgia Stafos; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Aileen Wahwassuck and Keith Keo.

Wake services will be held on Friday, April 16, 2021 with visitation from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at her parents home, 1146- 113th Drive on the Kickapoo Reservation.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at the Anderson-Negonsott Cemetery. A special message may be sent to the family at www.dishon-maple-chaney.com 

Willa Jean (Peters) Rottman was born to William Henry and Elda (Gottula) Peters on August 12, 1923 at the farm home near Elk Creek, Nebraska.  She was baptized September 2, 1923 by Pastor H.F. Grupe and confirmed March 21, 1937 by Rev. Enno Schuelke at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.  Her baptismal sponsors were her grandmothers, Wilhelmine Peters and Emma Gottula.  Willa Jean attended six years at rural school, District #59 and two years at St. Peter’s Parochial School.  She then attended Elk Creek High School and graduated with the class of 1942.  Following graduation, Willa Jean worked in bomber plants in Torrence, California, Omaha, Nebraska and St. Louis, Missouri.  At the close of the war, she worked in a sewing factory at Peru, Nebraska.

Willa Jean was united in marriage to Harry F. Rottman on August 29, 1946 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church by Rev. W. G. Nau in a double wedding ceremony with her sister Donna Belle who married Paul Jeffery.  Following her marriage, Willa Jean moved with Harry to a series of job assignments for the Roberts Construction Company at Tecumseh, Stella, Syracuse and Crofton, NE.  After her husband’s diagnosis of multiple sclerosis, they moved to Pawnee City and later moved to Elk Creek.  They eventually settled in Humboldt in June of 1953, where Willa Jean joined Harry in the work of the insurance agency which they owned through June of 1975. 

Willa Jean was a member of the Legion Auxiliary, the VFW Auxiliary Post #1765 and life-long member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.  She faithfully read her Bible daily and continued in prayer her entire life.  Her husband Harry passed away March 27, 2011.  When Willa Jean’s health declined, she moved to the Assisted Living in Humboldt, later transferring to Colonial Acres Nursing Home.  She went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at the age of 97 years, 8 months and 2 days. 

She is survived by her brother Royce Peters and wife Sheila of Elk Creek and sister Diane Grabow and husband Richard “Dick” of Cedar, MN, sister-in-law, Juanita Peters of Elk Creek and many nieces and nephews.

Willa Jean was preceded in death by her parents, husband Harry, sisters and brothers-in-law, Donna Belle and Paul Jeffery and Betty Lippold and Glen, infant brother, Roger, a brother LeRoy Peters and nephew Craig Peters.  

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at the St. Peter's Lutheran Church, rural Elk Creek, Nebraska with Rev. Bill Cornelius officiating.  

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday,  April 20, 2021 at the Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street in Humboldt, Nebraska.  Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m.

Memorials contributions may be given to the St. Peter's Lutheran Church, rural Elk Creek, Nebraska.  

Interment will be in the St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, rural Elk Creek, Nebraska. 

Condolences may be shared online @ www.wherrymortuary.com.

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

Donald Eugene Ruhlman died Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at his home in rural Oskaloosa

Don was born in Atchison, the fifth of nine children, to Leo and Margaret (Setchell) Ruhlman. He attended Maur Hill Prep, graduating in 1950. Don joined the U.S. Air Force at age 19 and served as an M.P. at Forbes Field, guarding the planes by night.  He married Doris Noll of rural Jefferson County in 1954. After his discharge from the service in 1955, the couple built their own home on the outskirts of Atchsion and took ownership of the family market in town. He knew from a young age that he wanted to be a grocery man. Soon, he went to work for Drug Distributors (a non-foods subsidiary of Fleming Foods in Topeka) and moved to St. Joseph, MO, where he began a 27 year career. After transfers to Joplin, MO and Shawnee, KS,  Don was returned to division headquarters in Topeka. The family became involved in Scouting while in Joplin and Don served as Scoutmaster for several troops thereafter. He enjoyed camping, canoeing and fishing with family in the Ozarks and at the A.T. Noll family farm near Winchester.  Back in Topeka, Don became President of the division. When he left the company in 1988, he entered the video rental market. Retiring in 1995, he and Doris moved to rural Jefferson County, into a home they built on a hilltop overlooking the woods. For the past 30 years, they have gardened, put up firewood, made paths, built brush piles and kept the property. For 20 years, Don and Doris volunteered with the Jefferson County Service Organization to distribute monthly commodities for Jefferson County and participated in parish life at St. Theresa Catholic Church in Perry.  Don will be remembered as a family man who cherished the company of family. Together, he and Doris shared 67 years of holy marriage.  We commend his body and soul to the Holy Spirit in sure and certain hope of the resurrection and the promise of eternal life.

  Don is survived by Doris of the home, and preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Margaret (Setchell); Siblings, Leo, Jack, Bill, Clarence and Ann. His firstborn son, Michael (Brenda), his surviving children, Dan (Karen), Chris (Maureen), Terry (Nancy), and Lynne (Rene) Valdivia, grandchildren, Christy, Mandy, Justin, Erin, Elise, Michael and Jenna. Surviving siblings, Richard , Mary (Becker) and Pat (Alders) and four great-grandchildren.
 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Theresa Catholic Church, limited by by Covid-19 to immediate family. Don will be interred at Corpus Christi Cemetery, in the Mooney Creek of Community of rural Winchester.  

In lieu of flowers,  memorials are suggested to St. Theresa Catholic Church,  Corpus Christi Cemetery or to Jefferson County Friends of Hospice in care of Barnett Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 602, Oskaloosa, KS 66066.   

Patrick Stephen Bembrick, of Hiawatha, died unexpectedly Wednesday morning, April 9, 2021, shortly after arrival at Hiawatha Community Hospital. He was 52.

Pat was born May 7, 1968, at St. Joseph, Missouri, one of two sons born to Dale and Jackie (Long) Bembrick and was a lifelong resident of northeast Kansas. He grew up at Troy where he attended schools, graduating from Troy High School with the class of 1986. During his high school years, he worked for Troy area farmers on their farms. He later worked in Hiawatha, first at Flair Fold (Abitibi) wood shutter manufacturing plant for 9 years prior to working at Wilde Tool Co. for 26 years of which he currently working as a metal forger.

He enjoyed fishing with his son, drawing, and woodworking.

Patrick married Rebecca Arnold, August, 31, 1991, at Troy. To this union Dean and Vanessa were immediately welcomed to the family. Pat and Rebecca, first lived at Horton a short time before making Hiawatha their home in 1992. Becky survives at home.

Also surviving are son Dean of Santa Maria, CA, daughter Vanessa Tangen of Hiawatha, his mother Jackie Hodge of Troy, brother Mike Bembrick (Lisa) also of Troy; 8 grandchildren: Jacob and Garret Helm, Trinide Gifford, Arabella Helm, Destinee O’Dell, Daniel Tangen, Zach and Alyssa Tangen; and 5 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father Dale Bembrick and step-mother Diana.

Memorial services are planned for Saturday, April 24, 2021, at 11 a.m., at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Shane Spangler will officiate.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday. The family will receive friends starting at 9:30 Saturday morning until services.

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Memorial contributions are suggested to North Brown County Ministerial Alliance to be used for children in crisis, or for drug/alcohol abuse programs, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

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Lois Marie Monson, 89, formerly of Lancaster, KS died on Monday, April 12, 2021 at the Atchison Senior Village.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 15th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Lancaster Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, April 14th, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the NEK Hospice or the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lancaster and may be sent in care of the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Condolences and remembrances may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Lois was born on May 31, 1931 in Bendena, KS the daughter of John R. and Kathryn M. (Anderson) Grunert. She graduated from Bendena High School in 1950. Lois worked various places including dry cleaners, at Pillsbury’s, Atchison, as a clerk for TG&Y, and did private babysitting. Lois will be remembered as a mother, and homemaker. She was a member of the St. John’s Lutheran Church, Lancaster, KS, a member of the Lancaster Lions Club, the Ladies Card Club, Birthday Club, and the Lois-Martha Quilters and enjoyed quilting, sewing, gardening, and watching sports including Royals Baseball, Kansas City Chief’s Football, K.U. Basketball and Kansas State Football. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family and grandchildren.

She was married to Virgil L. Monson on Oct. 14, 1953 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, Atchison, KS . Virgil preceded her in death on March 11, 2011. Survivors include two sons John (Mary Lynn) Monson ,Atchison, KS, Greg (Brandy) Monson, Meriden, KS, two daughters Cindy (Stan) Drimmel, Lancaster, KS and Sandy (Randy) Cormode, Atchison, KS, ten grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren. Her parents, husband Virgil, two sisters Martha Smith, and Dorothy Williams, and a granddaughter, Beth Marie Monson preceded her in death.

Elizabeth J. “Betty” Hazzard, 90, of Ozawkie, KS, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka. She was born February 15, 1931 at Sandy Hook area, southeast of St. Marys, KS, the daughter of Francis P. and Martha C. (Bolens) Stockman.

          Betty graduated from Rossville High School in 1950 and Kansas City Modeling School.

          She worked as Clerk of the District Court in Shawnee County, retiring in 1986.

          Betty was a member of St. Marys Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Alter Society. She was a former member of Blue Mound Club.

          Betty married Robert J. Hazzard on June 22, 1968 in Topeka, KS. He preceded her in death on March 13, 2017 after 48 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by a grandson, Jonathan Kaspar in 2010; twin sister, Pat Banks; sister, Regina Stockman and 8 brothers, Ted, Leo, Harold, Robert, Joe, Tom, Henry “Hank” and Don Stockman.

          She enjoyed quilting, Swedish weaving, painting, gardening, cooking, fishing, puzzles and taking care of birds and her grandchildren.

          Survivors include a son, Daniel Hazzard (Tammy) of Leavenworth, KS; daughter, Susan Kaspar (Jeff) of Topeka, KS; sister, Fran Carlson of Slayton, MN; brother, Phillip Stockman (Lana) of Topeka, KS; 4 grandchildren, Courtney Hazzard, Brandon Hazzard, Jen Arbuthnot (James) and Cody McCarter (Danielle) and 3 great-grandchildren, Caleb McCarter, Hannah Arbuthnot and Maren Arbuthnot.

          Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 19, 2021 at St. Marys Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Family requests masks be worn for the service. Private family inurnment will be at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery at St. Marys, KS following the service. Memorials may be given to the St. Marys Immaculate Catholic Church, Jefferson County Home Health or Midland Hospice c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 6, Valley Falls, KS 66088. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.

Cheri Yvonne Adams, 67, formerly of Falls City, Nebraska, was born on February 28, 1954, in North Kansas City, Missouri, to Clarence Edward and Grace Ella (Baker) Freeman.  She spent her childhood years with her family in Craig, Missouri where she attended school and graduated from Craig High School with the class of 1972.  On November 3, 1989, Cheri was united in marriage to Robert “Sonny” Adams in Hiawatha, Kansas.  The couple made their home in Falls City before Sonny passed away on June 19, 1994.  Cheri continued to live in Falls City where she worked as the manager of the Check-In Motel.  Cheri was a lifetime member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Falls City and a member of the Christian Church.

Cheri passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at the Prestige Care Center in Nebraska City, Nebraska.  She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert “Sonny” Adams, a sister Caroline Freeman and step-daughters Darla Gibson and Kristy Korte.

Cheri is survived by her daughter Maria Bomar of Nebraska City, NE; step-son Mike Adams and wife Sheila of Kingman, AZ; 5 grandchildren: Jordyn, Logan, Cody, Ashley and Adam; 5 great-grandchildren; a sister Cathy Altena and husband Randy of Mound City, MO; brothers: Dennis Schutt and wife Kris of New Market, IA; Bill Freeman of Cassville, MO; Rick Freeman and wife Gail of Mound City, MO; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 19, 2021, at the First Christian Church, 1322 Stone Street in Falls City, Nebraska with Reverend Fay Ann Blaylock officiating.  A livestream broadcast of Cheri’s services will be available on Hall Funeral Chapel Facebook page. Masks are requested for those attending services.

Private Family Inurnment will be at the Rulo Cemetery in Rulo at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be given 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, NE 68355 (402) 245-3131

James “Jim” Moore Standerford, 92, of Humboldt, Nebraska was born on March 2, 1929, in rural Humboldt, Nebraska to Joy and Millie (Moore) Standerford.  He raised on the family farm north of Humboldt where Jim attended Pine Ridge country school.  Jim then attended Humboldt High School and graduated with the class of 1946.  On April 9, 1950, Jim was united in marriage to Jeanne Powell at the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt, Nebraska.  The couple resided west of Humboldt after their marriage where they established JMS Dairy, until moving into Humboldt in 2006. 

Jim became active in the Humboldt community at a young age and continued to serve in many different capacities until his passing.  He began his great love of fairs as a sophomore in high school when as a member of FFA, Jim became involved with the Richardson County Fall Festival in September of 1943 on the clean-up crew.  He became a member of the Richardson County Ag Society in 1961, serving as president from 1968 until his passing.  He was so pleased to serve on the former State Fair Board for several years and was honored for all his dedication as the 2000 Nebraska Association Fair Managers Person of the Year.  In 1990 he was the Richardson County Fall Festival King.  Jim joined the Humboldt Odd Fellows Lodge #34 on March 15, 1949 and has served their organization at many different levels, also becoming a member of the Rebekah Lodge in 1962.  He joined the Grand Encampment of Odd Fellows in October of 1999, served as the Nebraska State Grand Master in 2000 and served as Odd Fellows Grand Secretary from 2007-2019.  Jim was elected as Richardson County Commissioner and served the 3rd District from 2012-2016.  He became a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt in 1950 and has served his church as an Elder and treasurer. During his life Jim has also served as a member of the Richardson County Extension Board and on the Board of Mid-America Dairymen.  After moving to town, he joined Rotary International and also served on the board of Colonial Acres, even after becoming a resident. 

Jim went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bryan LGH Medical Center East in Lincoln, Nebraska having reached the earthly age of ninety-two years, one months and four days.  He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, Jeanne and a grandson; brother, Dee Standerford and brother-in-law, Don O. Fankhauser. 

Jim is survived by his daughters: Janet Davis and husband Michael of Gretna, NE; Mary Chapman and husband Sterling of Murdock, NE; Judy Woodruff and husband Steve of Shawnee, KS; sons: Tom Standerford and wife Rhonda of Humboldt, John Standerford and wife Linda of Bedford, IA; Joe Standerford and wife Kim of Humboldt, 18 grandkids, 24 great-grandkids and 1 great-great-granddaughter; sister, Darlene Fankhauser of Owasso, OK and sister-in-law, Celia Standerford of Omaha. 

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt, Nebraska with Rev. Don L. Fankhauser and Pastor Rick Martin officiating.  

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 16, 2021, at the Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street in Humboldt, Nebraska.  Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Humboldt with a Rebekah's service conducted at 7:00 p.m. at the church.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family with a later designation

Inurnment will be in the Humboldt Cemetery.

Condolences can be shared online at www.wherrymortuary.com.

Services are entrusted to Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street, Humboldt, NE 68376.

The family of Elaine E. (Swanson) White, 4/18/1925 – 12/02/2020, will gather for a graveside service on April 17, 2021 at 2 pm at the Vermillion Cemetery. Following the service there will be light refreshments at the old Methodist Church in Vermillion. Due to the continuing Covid situation, masks are requested.

In case of inclement weather, the service will be held in the church.

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Elaine Evelyn (Swanson) White was born April 18, 1925, Vilets, Kansas, in the Salem community to Arvid Conrad Swanson and Lydia Cynobia (Schuck) Swanson. She passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at the Eastridge Nursing Facility in Centralia, KS.   She graduated from Vermillion High School in 1943.  After attending Washburn University for a short time she taught school at Victory school near Vilets.  During the war, she worked at the Supply Depot making wooden boxes to ship airplane engines.  She married Lawrence Arthur White on March 7, 1945 in Warsaw, Missouri, while he was on leave. 

After Lawrence was discharged from the Army, they moved to a farm north and west of Vermillion where twins, Donna and Dorothy, were born in 1946.  Dorothy did not survive.  Later they moved to another farm directly north of Vermillion.  While here Dennis (1950) and Dreda (1955) were born at the Seneca Hospital.  They moved to Vermillion buying a home from Herbert Florence where they resided until 1997.   Danny was born in 1964 at Seneca Hospital.

Elaine was always a busy person whether she was wallpapering with her friend, Hazel Stowell or cleaning homes for others during the early years.  In the late 1950’s she cooked homemade meals with her sister-in-law, Mabel White at Vermillion Grade/High School.  In the late 1970’s she worked at the Marysville Infirmary.  Then she worked for 17 years at the Frankfort Care Home as a CNA.  She retired moving to Wamego to care for her 2 youngest granddaughters, Samantha & Cheyenne.  They lived in Abilene & Jetmore also.  She moved back to Centralia in 2006 to senior housing.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence; her daughter, Dorothy; her grandson, Justin Smith; her parents, Arvid and Lydia Swanson; her sister, Lillian Vasti; and brothers, Lloyd, Stanley and Wesley Swanson.

She is survived by her two daughters, Donna (Charley) Catron and Dreda (Terry) Smith; two sons, Dennis (Elaine) White and Danny (Debbie) White; eight grandchildren:  Marc Catron, Jonas (Ashley) Smith, Jessica (Shawn) Schneider, Janell (Kerry) Crotinger, Sydney White, Andrew White, Samantha (John) Swank and Cheyenne White; 15 great grandchildren:  Murphy Catron, Damon Smith, Haley Smith, Taya Smith, Creighton Smith, Isabella Smith, Daren Schneider, Samantha Jones, Jennifer Schneider, Amber Schneider, Meagan Smith, Jocelyn Smith, Lauren Crotinger, Brecken Crotinger, and Luci White, and two great-great grandchildren: Jacob Jones and Lindsey Jones;  a sister-in-law, Jean Swanson, many nieces and nephews, and many friends also survive.  

Fairview….Julia Ione (Hawk) Kruse, 93, died April 9, 2021, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha.   She was known as Judy by friends and relatives.

Judy was born December 22, 1927, to Covell Daniel and Emma Jo (Hinz) Hawk on their family farm at Effingham, KS.  Judy attended country schools at Sunny Hill and Shannon in Atchison County, KS.  The family moved to Brown County near Morrill, KS for three years where Judy attended Morrill High School.  After returning to the farm at Effingham, she attended her senior year of school at Atchison County Community High School (ACCHS) graduating in 1945.  Following graduation, Judy was employed at Horton Hospital for two and a half years.

She married her high school sweetheart, Alvin H. Kruse at the Presbyterian Church in Effingham, January 11, 1948.  They lived and farmed in the Morrill Community 25 years before moving to their own farm at Fairview, KS where they continued to farm until their retirement.  Judy and Alvin were parents to three children:  Billy John, Linda Mae, and Dwight Alvin Kruse.

Judy was a dedicated employee at the Morrill and Sabetha schools where she worked in the school lunch program as a cook and kitchen manager for 30 years.

She was a longtime member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at Fairview.  Judy served as a food and nutrition project leader for the Morrill Tip Top 4-H Club.  She was a 50 year member of the Northwest Morrill Extension Homemakers Unit and a longtime member of the Dorcas Society at St. Paul’s Church.  She was recognized for 65 years of continuous membership in the American Legion Auxiliary Post #322, of Fairview.

During retirement, Judy enjoyed making quilts and helping assemble school, health, and disaster kits for Lutheran World Relief.  She also made quilts for all of her grand and great-grandchildren.  She enjoyed her vegetable and flower gardens and her family enjoyed her wonderful home cooked meals.

Judy moved to the A.C. North Village Apartments in Sabetha in 2013.  She had resided in the A.C. Nursing Home two months prior to her death.

Alvin and Judy were married 59 years before his death November 18, 2007.  Others preceding her in death are her parents, grandparents, brother Bill Hawk, an infant sister, grandson Joel Bennett, and son in law Vernon Bennett.

Survivors include her children Bill Kruse (Cynthia) of Olathe, KS, Linda Bennett of Raton, NM, Dwight Kruse (Charlotte) of Fairview; sister Venita Jo Rader, brothers Duane  Hawk (Mildred), Leonard Hawk,  all of Effingham; grandchildren:  Justin Bennett (Kristy) of Des Moines, NM, Laura Haverkamp (Mike) of Shawnee, KS, Matthew Kruse of Draper, UT, Jennifer Ploeger (Heath) of Morrill, Daniel Kruse (Brianna) of Fairview; great-grandchildren Jackson, Samuel & Melanie Kruse; Katie Haverkamp, Jaydon Warnke, James, Karson & Kalen Bennett, Kenzie and Charlee Ploeger.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday.

A celebration of Judy’s eternal life is planned for 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 14, 2021, at Zion Lutheran Church in Hiawatha, with Pastor Michael Dunaway officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

The family will meet with friends one hour prior to service at the Church.  Masks and social distancing encouraged.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggested memorial contributions to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Hope Brown County Cancer Fund, or Sabetha School Lunch Ladies Angel Fund, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha   66434.

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George Ann (GeoAnn) Mawhiney, 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 in Manassas, VA. 

GeoAnn was born September 2, 1943 in Pawnee City, Nebraska to George and Mildred Mawhiney. GeoAnn attended Pawnee City High School with the class of 1961, where she would eventually meet and marry her high school sweetheart Larry Graham. Larry enlisted in the Navy and GeoAnn, at the age of 18, traveled by bus from Lincoln, Nebraska to New York City, to take an ocean liner to Germany to be with Larry during his Navy deployment. 

After their life in the Navy was over, they came home and started a family.  First came a baby boy (Troy) in June 1967, then a daughter (Sherri) in March 1969. During this time, GeoAnn and her family lived overseas in Columbia, Liberia, and the Philippines. In 1974, the family returned to the States and baby number three (Christopher) was born June 1974. The family moved to Manassas, VA where GeoAnn would live most of her adult life, with a few layovers in Germantown, MD, Allentown, PA, and Bethlehem, PA. 

After divorcing in 1975, GeoAnn was determined to do whatever it took.  She raised her three children and made incredible sacrifices for them. She started doing day care and at one point was watching as many as 20 kids to make ends meet.  When she was told she could not watch that many kids, she found work as an executive secretary at Honeywell and later at Planning Research Corporation (PRC). Day care costs were taking a lot of her pay so she convinced her mom, Mildred, to move in and watch her grandchildren while GeoAnn was working. 

GeoAnn wanted her children to grow up loving God, family, and country. She was instrumental in helping her children find their own way in life, be self-sufficient, and to serve mankind through their churches, communities, family and friends. Soon after the divorce, GeoAnn joined St. Thomas United Methodist Church of Manassas before finding her calling at All Saints Catholic Church.  She volunteered as a Eucharistic Minister, 2nd Grade CCD Teacher, Lector, Prison Ministry and Mass Coordinator. GeoAnn sacrificed so her children could attend private school to include All Saints School and Paul VI. She continued to sacrifice for her children throughout their lives.

In 1994, upon receiving a higher calling from God, GeoAnn relocated to Allentown, PA where she took an administrative position for Our Lady Missionaries of the Eucharist, working within the lay community.  She then moved on to Bethlehem, PA where she taught CCD (Confraternity of Christian Doctrine) to 2nd graders at Notre Dame of Bethlehem where she prepared children for their First Holy Communion.  During this time, GeoAnn received her Associates Degree in Theology at DeSales University.   GeoAnn moved back to Virginia where she continued her devotion to God working for All Saints Church as a Church/Mass Coordinator. GeoAnn enjoyed reading, walking, hiking, camping, volunteering for the church and spending time with family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved parents George and Mildred Mawhiney, her brother Robert Mawhiney, her nephew Joshua and her ex-husband, Larry Graham. 

GeoAnn is survived by her brother Bill Mawhiney, her sister-in-law Belinda Mawhiney, her three children and their spouses, Troy Graham (Rita), Sherri Andre (Bill), Christopher Graham (Esther) by her 11 grandchildren, Hunter, Emily Kaela, Will, Josh, Jaime, Shiloh, Meghan, Bailee, Jonas-George, Xavier, great-grandchildren Hope and Peyton and by her nieces Ginger, Stacy, Amanda and Elizabeth and nephews Tim, Mathew, Mitchel, Thomas, James, Philip and Benjamin. Services entrusted to Wherry Mortuary, Pawnee City, Nebraska.

Services 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, April 14, 2021 at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Officiating Pastor Connor Barr. Visitation Tuesday, April 13, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Wherry Mortuary, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Interment at the Table Rock Cemetery, Table Rock, Nebraska. Mask are required at the service and visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be sent to Catholic Charities MOTHER OF MERCY in loving memory of George Ann Mawhiney.”Giving (ccd.net)

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Floye Madge Knouft, 100, of Holton, KS, passed away Friday, April 9, 2021at Holton Community Hospital. She was born December 15, 1920 near Havensville, KS, the daughter of Harley and Estella A. (Kroth) Manuel.

Floye attended Bucks Grove Grade School and graduated from Havensville High School in 1938. She lived in the Holton Community since 1942. Floye taught at country schools in Jackson and Pottawatomie counties for 5 years. She owned and operated with her husband, The Hamburger Inn “The Dump” in Holton for over 23 years. After retirement, she was a custodian for Kansas State Bank.

She was a member of the Evangel United Methodist Church, King’s Daugthers Sunday School Class and Faith Faust Circle. She was also a member of Jackson County Historical Society, Holton Business Women and Holton Hospital Ladies Auxiliary. Floye was a 2020 Hall of Fame inductee.

 Floye married Donald Charles “Deke” Knouft on November 27, 1942 in Holton. He preceded her in death on November 14, 1985; after 43 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by her son, Mickey Knouft on December 31, 2008; 2 sisters, Isla Herbert and Nola Boggio and brother, Milton L. Manuel.

 Survivors include her son Mark L. Knouft (Debby) of Circleville, KS; 3 granddaughters, Carly Fletcher (Brett), Lindsay Alley (Ryan) and Tara Ladusch (Lloyd) all of Circleville, KS and 6 great-grandchildren, Taygen and Jayden Fletcher, Abri and Adalie Alley and Leslie and Leah Ladusch.

Funeral Service will be 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the Evangel United Methodist Church. Private Family Burial will follow at the Holton Cemetery. Floye will lie in state at the Mercer Funeral Home beginning Sunday afternoon and Monday until 6:00 p.m. both days. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Jackson County Senior Center, Beck-Bookman Library or Holton Community Hospital Ladies Auxiliary 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.

Rachael Louise McCoy, 29, was born April 12, 1991 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. She departed us on her journey to Heaven on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Rachael was a beloved wife, mother, sister, and daughter.

Rachael graduated from Dexter High School in 2009. She completed most of her schooling in Emmett, KS and Sedan, KS. She continued her education at Kansas State University earning her Daycare Certificate.

Rachael owned and operated McCoy’s Tiny Tot’s Daycare in Sedan before relocating to Jackson County. Recently she had been the Supervisor and Lead Driver for General Public Transportation for the Prairie Band Potawatomi Reservation. She was also an active Certified Nurse Aide for many years.

Rachael marred Justin O. McCoy on February 14, 2012 in Mayetta, KS. They celebrated over 9 years of marriage.

Survivors include her husband, Justin; daughter, Delilah Jane Anderson; son, Wyatt Elliot McCoy; mother and step-father, Mike Armstrong and Vicki Anderson-Armstrong of Mayetta; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Odel and Gail McCoy of Sedan, KS; 2 sisters, Sarah Graham of Holton, KS and Rebecca Anderson of Sedan, KS and maternal grandparents, Judy and Eldon Darnell of Mayetta, KS.

Rachael’s first priority in life were her family, Delilah, Wyatt and Justin. They were her world. She enjoyed the snow and the rain, having animals, planting flowers and visiting friends. She will be deeply missed and loved forever.

 Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, April 16, 2021 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow at the Mayetta Cemetery. Rachael will lie in state Wednesday, April 14, 2021 and Thursday, April 15, 2021 until 7:00 p.m. each day. Memorials may be given to the McCoy Children’s 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.

Marvin Leroy “Bud” Coffey, Jr., age 83, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away April 8, 2021 at his home. A visitation with the family will be Wednesday, April 14, 2021 from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. A procession will leave the funeral home at 2:00 p.m. to Oak Hill Cemetery for graveside services. The family requests masks be worn during the services. Memorial contributions are suggested to Shriner’s Hospital for Children and may be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with whom care has been entrusted. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Bud was born on July 29, 1937 in Atchison, Kansas, the only child of Marvin Leroy Coffey, Sr. and Lucille (Forgy) Coffey. He attended schools in Atchison and graduated from Atchison High School. He served in the National Guard in the early 1960s. He and Ruth Madison were united in marriage on August 27, 1979, in Atchison, Kansas. Ruth preceded him in death on December 28, 2017. Bud purchased NAPA Auto Parts and he owned and operated the store with his wife for over 40 years. He truly loved his store and the customers that he served. He retired in 2003.He was a member of Abdallah Shriner’s Northeast Nineties and participated in numerous parades; he also was a member of Atchison Masonic Lodge. His cabin at the Lake of the Ozarks was his happy place where he spent his free time fishing. He enjoyed race car driving and working on his train sets. He was a regular at the McDonald’s Coffee club.

Survivors include two daughters, Janet (Gary) Kottman, Weston, MO, Susan (Mark) Falk, Atchison, KS; three step children, Willard W. (Chris) Smith, Pittsfield, MA, Kenneth L. (Earline Southard) Smith, Atchison, KS, Dee A. (Steve) Mansker, Tonganoxie, KS; eleven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruth Coffey, daughter, Denise Bottorff and two grandsons, John Mansker and Kyle Falk.

Waneda Jean Huff, 96, of Atchison Kansas died on Friday, April 8, 2021 at the Atchison Medicalodge.

Graveside services and burial will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, April 12th, 2021 at the Mt. Vernon Cemetery with Rev. Michael Strickland officiating. The family will receive friends from 1:00pm until 1:45 pm on Monday at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Waneda was born on Feb. 10, 1925 in East Leavenworth, KS the daughter of Vern R. and Odessa M. (Berry) Baker. She graduated from Atchison High School in 1943. She owned and operated theHuff Liquor Store in Atchison, was a Avon Lady, and homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and spending time with family.

She was married to Raymond Huff in 1945. Mr. Huff preceded her in death in 1974. Survivors include a son Don (Martha) Huff, Atchison, KS, a granddaughter, Brandy Wilson, Indianapolis, IN and three great grandchildren. Her parents, husband Raymond, a son Darrell Huff (2009), and a brother Douglas Baker preceded her in death.

Helen Volker, age 91 of Auburn (formerly Johnson), passed away Friday, April 9, 2021 at Good Samaritan Society-Auburn.

Survivors are her daughters and sons-in-law Jeanne and Jim Haith of Johnson; Barb and Dave Alschwede of Lincoln; Lisa and Danny Wenzl of Burchard; son and daughter-in-law Brad and Janice Volker of Johnson; 18 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; brother Harlan Bohling of Auburn; sisters and brother-in-law Marjorie and Willard Kuhlmann of Auburn; Carol Rathke of Iowa; sister-in-law Evelyn Johnson of Lincoln; other relatives and friends.

A memorial service will be Saturday, April 17, 10:30 a.m. at St. James Lutheran (Long Branch) Church near Humboldt. Social distancing will be in place and masks are required, and the service will be broadcast on 87.9 FM in the church parking lot. Visitation will be at the funeral home Friday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with family greeting friends 5:00 to 7:00.

Memorials are suggested to family choice.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral of Auburn.

David Kevin Oswalt, 62, of Leavenworth, KS, passed away Monday, March 29, 2021 at Legends Healthcare in Tonganoxie, KS.

David has been cremated. A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm, Sunday, April 11, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Al Shirmacher officiating the service. The family will greet friends 1:00-2:00 pm, prior to the service. Condolences to the family can be left at the funeral home website www.beckerdyer.com

David was born on March 31, 1958, in Topeka, KS to Emmett and Mary Patricia “Tish” (McKee) Oswalt. David worked as a bricklayer, a skill he learned from his father. David attended St. Benedict Catholic School and Maur Hill Prep School. He was a graduate of Atchison High School. He enjoyed scouting, earning his Eagle Scout award and was a Keeper of The Sacred Bundle of The Tribe of Mic-O-Say. David had a great sense of humor and was a great story teller which he loved to share with others. He enjoyed fishing and his nieces and nephews.

He is survived by his daughter Julie Floersh; five brothers Kelly (Beth) Oswalt, St Joseph, MO; Jerry Oswalt, Dearborn, MO; Owen Oswalt and Brian (Amy) Oswalt, both of Atchison, KS; Chris (Shelley) Oswalt, Platte City, MO; four sisters Diane (Mike)Perkins, Atchison, KS; Patty (Jim) Blevins, Highland, KS; Marcia Oswalt, Lansing, KS and Amy (Mark) Peters, Leavenworth, KS. David is preceded by his parents; brother Michael Oswalt and nephew Jerome Oswalt.

Jessica Guy, 29, of Robinson, Kansas passed away on Tuesday April 6th, 2021, succumbing to brain cancer after a courageous fight.

The daughter of Scott Guy and Paula Guy (Crespi), she was born July 21st, 1991 in Hiawatha, Kansas. She lived in Robinson for most of her life, attending Hiawatha Schools and graduating in 2009. She worked at the Pines in Hiawatha as a certified nurse assistant, where she was able to lend her caring spirit in many ways.

Jessica was a loving and compassionate person who loved to be silly and mischievous. This mother hen was full of life with an amazing amount of empathy, the ability to cheer anyone up, and could keep the peace in impossible situations. She treated everyone that crossed her path with kindness, put others before herself, and helped anyone who crossed her path.

What is not to love about a woman who loved her family and friends – almost as much as she loved Mike’s hard lemonade, anything Disney, and sharing inappropriate jokes.

We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from Jessica during her short 29 years, among them: Halloween candy is still edible well after a year, miracle whip belongs in everything, all conversations require large amounts of sarcasm, and life is short so live it to the fullest.

Jessica is survived by her father, Scott Wayne Guy, mother Paula Jean Guy (Crespi), brother Kyle Thomas Guy, and sister Lillian Estelle Guy. She is also survived by her fraternal grandmother Elsie Guy, her maternal grandparents John and Barbara Crespi, a large extended family, and many surrogate children.

Jessica is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Kenneth Guy, her uncle Alan Guy, and cousin Amanda Knowlton.

She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 17th, followed by Funeral Services beginning at 2:00 pm at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home. Interment will immediately follow going to Rose Hill Cemetery in Robinson, Kansas.

Friends call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friday, and after 10 a.m. Saturday.

Donations can be made payable to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home. The recipient organization will be determined at a later date.

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Jon “David” Bruns, 57, of Hiawatha, passed away, April 2, 2021.

A celebration of David’s life will be held in the form of a memorial visitation, Friday, April 16, 2021 (next Friday), at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland, from 4 until 6 p.m. The Brown County Veterans Honor Guard will provide military honors to conclude the visitation at 6. MASKS AND SOCIAL DISTANCING TO BE OBSERVED

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

David was born, June 14, 1963, at Lawrence, KS, one of three children of Jerry and Doris Wynn Bruns. The family moved to Leona and later Highland where he grew up, attended school, later graduating from Highland High School with the class of 1981.

Shortly after high school, he entered the United State Navy, graduating with honors as a Corpsman from the Navy Undersea Medical Institute in June of 1993 at the Submarine Base in New London Groton, Connecticut. David was assigned to the USS Pogy in San Diego, California and was a medic on many underwater missions across the world. One of the highlights of his submarine career was being a part of the Transcontinental Pacific Mission. A month tour carrying scientists to the North Pole studying the polar ice cap.

Upon retiring from the Navy in 2002, David moved to the St. Joseph, Missouri area and worked at Mosaic as the business manager of Radiology for several years.

He married Paula Mesh in 1990, later divorced in 2001. No children were born to the union.

David moved to Hiawatha and took up his lifelong passion of hunting and fishing with a great friend Biff Mauslein.

Survivors include his mother Doris Wynn Moon (Eldon Pickenpaugh) of St. Joseph, step-mother Sharon Bruns of Highland, a brother Danny Bruns of Topeka, a sister Wendy Simmons (Barry) of Highland, KS. Also surviving are nieces Alexis Winchester (Cody), Alysa Simmons, nephews: Braden Simmons and Teegan Bruns.

David was preceded in death by his father Jerry Bruns, and grandparents.

David had the best smile, everything he did, he did BIG! He was happiest just sitting on the bank of an old farm pond with friends. We will cherish every memory.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the David Bruns Memorial Fund, sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.

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Beverly Jean (Frey) Strahm of Leawood, Kansas passed away peacefully on March 30, 2021 at the age of 90, while living with her daughter in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. A devoted wife, mother, and friend, Bev was born in Dubois, Nebraska on January 13, 1931 to parents Harry and Martha (Hanni) Frey. She graduated from Bern High School in Bern, Kansas and attended Kansas State University at Emporia, Kansas. For seven years, she taught in one-room schoolhouses in Nemaha County, Kansas.

On June 5, 1955, Bev married her high school sweetheart, Vernon Strahm, in Bern. During the first 21 years of their union, they moved across the country for Vernon’s career with the federal government, and created homes in Parkville, Missouri; Sacramento, California; St. Louis, Missouri; Billings, Montana; and Derry, New Hampshire, before settling in Leawood, Kansas. Bev was born with a passion for travel, so each relocation was treated as an adventure—an opportunity to explore new places and make new friends. Her warm heart and generous spirit made each “Strahm B&B” a comfortable gathering place where friends were encouraged to visit.

Bev’s love of travel took her around the world, and in 2018, with a trip to Idaho, she achieved her goal of visiting all 50 states. Another of her life goals was to watch a baseball game in every major league stadium—she was only a few short. Her team was the KC Royals, and in her heyday, it was common to find her at Royals Stadium several nights a week.

She had a strong sense of civic duty, proudly serving as a poll worker in Johnson County and, along with Vernon, helped to build the first two Habitat for Humanity houses in Kansas. A lifelong Christian, Bev was an active member of Leawood United Methodist Church for 44 years, where she taught Sunday school, organized events, participated in mission trips locally and abroad, and lobbied for peace and justice with United Methodist Women.

Beverly is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Vernon Strahm; son, Jim Strahm; sister, Carol (Frey) Halden; and brother, Harlen Frey.

She is survived by son, JV (Joni) Strahm of Broomfield, Colorado; daughter, Jean (Boydd) Piper of Eau Claire, Wisconsin; and sister-in-law, Loree (Strahm) Duncan of Independence, Missouri; grandchildren, Jessica (Gil), Jordon, and Jacob Strahm, Nathan (Jessica), Cara (Travis), and Tedd Piper; great-grandchildren, Carter, Prescott, Camila and Rylee, along with nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at the Bern Cemetery in Bern, Kansas. A family visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on April 17, 2021 at Popkess Mortuary in Sabetha, Kansas. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Leawood United Methodist Church, Leawood, Kansas or the organization of your choice sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia, Sabetha, Kansas 66534. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.popkessmortuaries.com

Longtime retired educator Harry Dale Tatum, 89, of Hiawatha, passed away Sunday, April 4, 2021.

He was born in Kansas City, Missouri, April 14, 1931.  He attended schools in Highland and Hiawatha, graduating in 1949.  He joined the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean Conflict from 1952 until being discharged in 1956.

Harry Dale married Betty LaCounte in San Diego, July 23, 1954, returning to Hiawatha shortly after being discharged where upon he attended and graduated from Highland Junior College, prior to Emporia State Teachers College. He was active in all sports in high school and Highland College. Harry and Betty made Robinson and Hiawatha their home most of their married life and blest with children:  Lynette, twin sons:  Pat and Kirby.  She passed away April 26, 2006.

Harry taught biology and earth science for 28 years in Robinson and Hiawatha High School, and at one time or another, spent coaching most sports, with basketball being his love.  Students loved his classes, being very creative to keep their attention.  

To say he was an avid golfer, was an understatement!  Another love of his was music.  He sang in a Barbershop Quartet for a number of years, along with spending a lot of time singing with the family while traveling on vacations.  Harry was a colorful individual, sometimes no filter, quick wit and dry sense of humor with laughter being the best medicine.

Survivors include his children Lynette Grier, Pat & Kirby Tatum; and six grandchildren.  He will be missed by all who knew him.

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Friday where the family will meet with friends from 5 until 7 p.m. that evening.

A Celebration of Harry Dale’s life is planned for 2 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at the funeral home, with Malcolm Grier officiating.  Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha, with military honors a courtesy of the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Brown County Veterans Honor Guard, sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha 66434.

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Luigi Picco, 93, of Humboldt, Nebraska was born on September 14, 1927, in Flaibano, Italy.  He was the seventh of eight children born to Virginia and Elena (Pettoello) Picco.  In 1952, Luigi was united in marriage to Maria Antoinette at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Flaibano, Italy.  To this union two sons, Gilbert and Daniel were born.  The couple moved to Humboldt, Nebraska in 1962 when Maria had been given an opportunity for employment as a housekeeper. While living in Humboldt, Luigi worked for the Cooper Feed Mill for many years.  He and Maria were members of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Dawson.

Luigi passed away on Monday, April 5, 2021, at the Colonial Acres Nursing Home in Humboldt, Nebraska having reached the earthly age of ninety-three years, six months and twenty-two days.  He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Maria, sons Daniel and Gilbert Picco and six siblings.  He is survived by his brother Elvio Picco of Saint-Andre le gaz, France and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

A Graveside Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 8, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Dawson, Nebraska with Father Kenneth Hoesing officiating.  A livestream broadcast of Luigi’s service will be available on the Wherry Mortuary/Monument Facebook page for those not able to attend. 

Luigi’s register book will be available to sign from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at the Wherry Mortuary, 207 N. Nemaha Street, in Humboldt, Nebraska. 

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

Condolences can be shared online at www.wherrymortuary.com

Colleen Bahr, age 88 of Falls City, Nebraska passed away peacefully in her home Monday, April 5, 2021. She had been in failing health the last two years and was ready to move on to the next chapter in her amazing journey. We find solace in the fact she is now at peace and enjoying the reveille and comradery of her past friends Fern Schawang, Margie Cochran and Marceile Ankrom hopefully headed shopping in St. Joe or spending a night out at Camp Rulo.

Colleen grew up in the hills of Barada with her father and mother, Jake and Betty (Ray) Sailors. Betty left us early leaving Jake to tend the local bar and become liked and well-know for his antics in a small town. Colleen worked at Frank’s Jewelry and later met Alvin, better known as “Whitey” Bahr. They were married in Troy, Kansas December 9, 1950. They made their home at Prichard corner where Whitey made a living farming. In 1956 they began a family with Bryan Patrick and later twins in 1960 with Kevin Michael and Keith Scott. In 1964 they purchased the large historic home and old sale barn on West 14th and made this farm their cherished home for many years.

Never afraid of hard work Colleen ran the dairy herd, milking cows, raising Norwegian Elkhound dogs as well as chickens, geese, rabbits, ducks and guinea fowl and a pig or two. She tended a large garden which provided fresh and canned produce for the table and was an incredible home cook from scratch.

Colleen was a voracious reader of literature and loved and valued her many books of history, the old west, holistic and organic nutrition and vitamins, gardening, cooking, politics and everything else from aliens to antiques. She rarely passed on an antique or trinket at any local sale or flea market. It was her passion and she filled her home with many wonderful antiques over the years.

She is preceded in death by her parents Jake Sailors in 1996 and Betty Ray Sailors in 1948 and husband Whitey Bahr who passed from lung cancer in 2003. Surviving are her children, Patrick, Michael and Scott Bahr and one grand-daughter Heather Nicole Bahr all of the Dallas and Athens, Texas area and a half-brother, Jeffrey Alan Sailors of Centerview, MO. as well as their spousal support of David Michelini, Curtis Dorian, Lisa Knisley and Colleen’s close friend Dan Obriot.

A memorial gathering will be held Sunday, April 18, 2021 from 1-4pm at the family home at 2201 Harlan for anyone wanting to stop by. Formal services will be in a private ceremony with inurnment at Steele Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers we ask you donate to the Richardson County animal shelter or local animal shelter of your choosing. As Colleen knew, there is no better love and companionship than a dog or cat and many are in need. Please give and adopt.

Linda Sue Mitchell, 69, of Circleville, Kansas passed away April 5, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

She was born September 4, 1951 in Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, the daughter of William and Virginia (Chesnut) Bryant. She attended Wakeeney until 4th grade and later graduated from Holton High School in 1969. Linda was a newspaper clippings mailer for Luce Press Clipping for 25 years and had also worked at NEK-CAP for 5 years. She was a member of Circleville United Methodist Church. On May 16, 1970 she married David L. Mitchell at the old First United Methodist Church in Holton.

Linda is survived by her husband, David Mitchell, of the home; her daughters, Julie Klahr (David) of Holton, KS and Deana Austria (Erwin) of Helena, MT; her son, Ryan Mitchell (Denise) of Lenexa, KS; her brother, Robert Bryant (Rebecca) of Topeka, KS; 7 grandchildren, Chelsea, Brooklyn and Tymber Klahr and Malachi, Noah, Trinity and Madeleine Austria.

She was preceded in death by her parents; infant brother, William Terrill Bryant in 1948 and her brother, Teddy Lynn Bryant in 1997.

A Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 8, 2021 at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. The family requests that all attendees wear a mask and practice social distancing. Burial will be at a later date in Circleville Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Audubon of Kansas (Wildlife Conservation) c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, 66436. To leave a special message for the family, visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com

Kenneth Charles Rains, 79, of Rushville, MO passed away Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the Mosaic Life Center, St. Joseph, MO.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, April 7th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, with Rev. Michael Strickland officiating. Burial will follow in the Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm on Tuesday, April 6th, 2021 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the First Baptist Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Kenny was born on September 26, 1941 in Atchison, KS the son of Russell and Genelle (Farmer) Rains. He graduated from DeKalb High School in 1959. Kenny worked as a sand molder for Rockwell International Foundry- Atchison Casting, retiring after 38 years in 2003. He was a member of the First Baptist Church, Atchison, and the Steelworkers Union # 6943. Kenny loved deer and duck hunting, cutting wood, playing horseshoes, mushroom hunting in the Missouri hills, gardening and raising watermelons and especially spending time with his family, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

He was married to Joyce (Park) Weigel on May 22, 1976. Joyce survives of the home. Additional survivors include a son, Kenneth Bradley (Faith) Rains, San Antonio, TX, a step-son, Darren (Chris) Weigel, DeKalb, MO, a step daughter-in- law, Kim Weigel, Rushville, MO, a brother, Robert “Bobby” Rains, Atchison, KS, a brother-in-law, Wayne Goodlet, Rushville, MO, four grandchildren; Luke (Brandy) Weigel, Blair Weigel, Brandon (Nikki) Weigel, and Rylee Weigel, and two great grandchildren; Jase and Laine Weigel. His parents, a step-son Steve Weigel, a brother, Virgil “Pooch” Rains, and a sister, Janice Goodlet preceded him in death.

Sheila Sue Koelliker, 75, of Horton, surrounded by her family, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday April 2nd, 2021.

Sheila was born March 5th, 1946 in Horton, to Robert K Brook and Dorothy Jacques Brook. She was raised on a farm near Willis. She graduated with the class of 1964, in Willis, KS.

She married the love of her life, Stanley Koelliker, December 18th 1965. She poured her heart into being a mother and homemaker for the majority of her life. She was a part-time secretary for her husband at the Skelly Getty Texaco. After most of her children were raised, she went to work for Lutheran social services in Topeka, KS as a family support worker. She was able to have such a huge impact for so many families during that time. She also taught MAPP classes for prospective foster and adopted families. Sheila enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and sewing. Over the years she made countless blankets, booties, and other items for her grandchildren and others. If a pregnancy was announced, you knew she was busy with her craft!

She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley Oct. 6, 2018, parents, grandparents, and a grandson London Koelliker, Sept. 19, 2012.

Survivors include daughters: Wendy Koelliker, Raina Koelliker, Gipsy and Jim Boone, Brooke and Ethan Grier, Sunshine and Aaron Crismas, Summer and Chad Goben, Megan Beery Koelliker, Dionne Carter, Karen and Justin Ferney, and Dot and Pat Clements. Sons include: Shawn Koelliker, Dustin Koelliker, Jeremy and Susan Koelliker, Kevin Koelliker, Cody Koelliker, Art and Cindy Koelliker, Donnie Koelliker, Marshall Koelliker, Thomas Koelliker, Brad Koelliker, and Jaxton Koelliker, as well as 72 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.  Also surviving are two brothers:  Richard Brook of Willis, and Dennis (Marilyn) Brook of KCMO.

She also leaves behind an extended family in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, including Marco and Sylvia Guzman and their three daughters: Camilla, Sarah, and Valentina, from her numerous trips of vacation and missionary work. 

A Celebration of Sheila’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 9 at the First Baptist Church in Horton. Masks and social distancing of 4’ is requested by the Church. Pastor John Kress will officiate. Interment will follow at Claytonville Cemetery

Friends may call at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha after 10 a.m. Thursday where the family will gather from 4 until 7 that evening.

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

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

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Donna Kay vonBergen, 78, of Olathe, Kansas passed away Monday, November 23, 2020 in Olathe, Kansas, after a short illness.  She was born February 2, 1942 in rural Richardson County, Nebraska, daughter of Virgil and Geneva Lee.  Kay married Michael Ralph vonBergen on August 13, 1958 and they were married for 55 years.  They lived in Lincoln, Nebraska, Manhattan, Kansas and Sacramento, California before settling in Kansas City in 1973.

Kay studied histology and science at Kansas State University and American River College.  She worked in pathology at Kansas State University, University of California, Davis, American River Hospital, University of Kansas.  Kay worked as histologist at University of Kansas Medical Center,  Trinity Lutheran Hospital and other private practices until her retirement.  Kay was recognized as an expert in her field and loved her work. 

Kay was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, a son Bradley, father-in-law Ralph, mother-in-law Claudia, brother-in-law Lee Barcomb, sister-in-law Margo Larsen and sister-in-law Jean vonBergen.  She is survived by son Marc (Patty) vonBergen and grandson Brandon (all of Odessa, Texas), daughter Stacia Hawkins (Bobby) and grandson Spencer and granddaughter Valarie (all of Shawnee, Kansas), brother-in-law, Richard vonBergen, sister-in-law, Nicole Barcomb, brother-in-law Larry Larsen, and many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Kay was a special wife, daughter, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, niece and friend.  We miss her and cherish our memories.

A graveside service to honor Kay’s life will be held at Wild Rose Cemetery, Humboldt Nebraska Saturday April 10th at 1pm. 

Carolyn JoAnn Holthaus Huerter, 90, of Seneca, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2021, at Life Care Center in Seneca, KS.

JoAnn was born September 16, 1930 in Corning, KS.  She was the daughter of Albert C. and Irene E. Campmire Holthaus.  JoAnn grew up on a farm near Goff, KS and graduated from Goff High School in 1948.

JoAnn married William H. Huerter on October 16, 1947 at St. Bede's Catholic Church in Kelly, KS.  The couple celebrated 70 years of marriage; living their entire lives in Nemaha County.    JoAnn owned and operated Huerter Office Supply on Main Street in Seneca. 
 
She was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and the St. Ann Altar Society.  

She was preceded in death by her husband, William Huerter on November 18, 2017; her parents; Albert and Irene Campmire Holthaus; and her brothers, Elton Holthaus, Farrell Holthaus and Donald Holthaus.

She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Arthur) Rangel of Topeka; her son, Bill J. (Kathy) Huerter of Marysville; three grandchildren, Cynthia (Steve) Priest of Kansas City, Michael (Autumn) Huerter of Wichita and Sarah (Kale) Wann of Hays; two great grandchildren, Joel Priest and Knoxley Wann; a sister, Mary Pat Cunningham of Kansas City; and a brother, Jerry (Myrna) Holthaus of Great Bend, Kansas. 

A rosary will be prayed at the Sts. Peter and Paul Church in Seneca on Wednesday morning at 9:30 AM; prior to the funeral Mass. The Mass of Christian Burial is on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at 10 AM at Sts. Peter and Paul’s Catholic Church in Seneca.

JoAnn will be laid to rest next to her husband, Bill, in the Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Seneca, KS.

Memorials for JoAnn will be designated at a later date, and may be sent in care of the family.

Lauer Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Sharon Crowe, 62, of the Pemberton Village Apartments in Hiawatha, died March 16, 2021, at St. Francis Hospital-KU Campus in Topeka, transferred hours earlier from Hiawatha, being treated for heart issues.

She was born August 8, 1958, at Fort Poke, Louisiana, the daughter of David and Barbara Schultz Burch. She grew up as an Army brat, moved with her family overseas where they lived several places in the United States including Germany, Colorado, and Kansas City, Kansas, which is where she met her future husband.

Sharon worked in fast food places like McDonald’s as a kid growing up and the occupation evidently stuck as that is what she did most of her life. She worked at Walmart and in the deli, the casino’s in NE Kansas, before working for Three Rivers Home Health for a time.

She married Michael Crow, July 3, 1999, in KCKS. He is left at home. Also surviving are two brothers David Burch, Jr., of Oklahoma, and Gary Burch of Missouri.

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, and brothers Floyd and John.

A Celebration of Sharon’s life will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions in her memory to help with final expenses may be sent to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th Street, Hiawatha 66434.

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Charles B. Laux, Sr., 73, of Dawson, NE, passed away March 30, 2021 at Dawson. He was born August 13, 1947 at Verdon, NE to Charles and Minnie (Wist) Laux.

He married Georgia Tillman in 1968 and they were divorced in 1992.

Charlie was raised at Verdon and attended St. Mary’s Elementary School and Dawson-Verdon High School. Following his schooling he worked for Kean Brothers on their farm and for the Dawson Grain Elevator. He then attended law enforcement school. He worked in law enforcement as a police officer, sheriff, deputy sheriff and as a correctional officer until retiring in 2013. Following his retirement, he drove a bus for HTRS schools from 2013 until 2018. He had previously served his country as a member of the United States Army National Guard and was a member of the American Legion at Humboldt, NE.

Charlie is survived by his sons, Charles “Chuck”, Jr. and Jim and his wife Steph both of Lincoln, NE, sisters, Shirley Shamonsky of Pennsylvania, Susie Eichenberger and her husband Kenny of Pawnee City, NE, brothers-in-law, Roger Cotner of Lincoln, David Davis of Utah, five grandchildren, special friend, Dianna Buckminster of Falls City, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters, Marcille Laux, Aggie Davis, Maryann Cotner, granddaughter, Shelby Laux and a brother-in-law, Frank "Fritz" Shamonsky.

A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home. Family inurnment service will take place before the service at Falls City Catholic Cemetery. Military graveside honors by Falls City Ceremonial Honor Guard.

The family prefers memorials be made to family choice for later designation.

Joan Elaine (Gursky) Hennigh, age 88, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away March 30, 2021 at the Atchison Amberwell Hospital.

A con-celebrated Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Church with Rev. Jeremy Heppler, OSB and Rev. Dan Gardner as celebrants. Interment will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A parish rosary will be recited at the church on Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m. with visitation to follow until 11:00. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict Parish or St. Benedict Catholic School and may be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home with whom care has been entrusted. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.arensbergpruett.com.

Joan was born on May 28, 1932, in Racine, Wisconsin, the daughter of Frank and Edna (Gurkee) Gursky. She graduated from St. Catherine High School in Racine.

She began her employment with the FBI in Washington, D.C. and while there she met Harry D. Hennigh and the two would later be married on June 28, 1952, in Racine, Wisconsin. Mr. Hennigh preceded her in death on November 7, 2018.

Joan and Harry initially made their home in Racine, and later moved to Kansas where she was a Bank Teller at Exchange Bank and Valley State Bank until her retirement in 2002.

Joan was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Benedict Parish in Atchison; her entire life centered around her faith. She taught CCD in Sabetha, Kansas, was a member of the Sacred Heart Church Altar Society and served funeral dinners at Sacred Heart for many years.

She enjoyed gardening and trips to Colorado to bring home new rocks for her garden. She was a great cook, but most of all she was a wonderful grandmother and spent her retirement caring for her grandchildren. She always worried about the well-being of her children and her family.

Survivors include her two sons, Michael (Karen) Hennigh, Atchison, KS; Daniel (Robin) Hennigh, Atchison, KS; two daughters, Patty (Dennis) Gardner, Atchison, KS; Kathy (Terry) Chalfant, Brighton,CO; a brother, Frank Gursky, Jr., twelve grandchildren and fourteen great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, a son, Mark Hennigh and a brother, James Gursky.