Jennifer Lynn (Frump) Edie, 47, of Iowa Point, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family, passed away Saturday, April 18, 2026, at her home.
Jennifer was born on October 7, 1978, in St. Joseph, Missouri to Billy Lynn and Jeanette Marie (Davis) Frump.
Jennifer graduated from Midway High School and earned her bachelor’s degree from Post University, and she was very proud of her achievement.
Jennifer married Jon Edie on July 5, 2003, in Fanning, Kansas. He survives of the home.
She was preceded in death by her parents, maternal grandparents, Albert and Louise Davis, maternal grandparents, Billy and Jo Ann Frump, aunts, uncles and cousin.  
Additional survivors, Zoee Edie, (Hunter Artman).
Grandchild, Hayz Thomas Artman.
Sisters, Trina Earl (Dan) and Heather Frump (Joey Dean).
Father and mother-in-law, Robert and Jackie Edie.
Brother-in-law, Albert Edie (Tonya).
Sister-in-law, Michale Edie (Steve Rathman).
Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
 
Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 23, 2026.
At the Lighthouse Church of God, White Cloud, Kansas.
Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. 1 hour prior to service at the church.
Memorials: Jennifer Edie Memorial Fund.
Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
www.harmanrohde.com

Ilma Anna (Gobber) Gottula, daughter of Otto and Emma (Oestmann) Gobber, was born January 15, 1931 on the family farm east of Elk Creek, Nebraska.  She was baptized as an infant by Rev. E. F. Geyer and confirmed October 14, 1945 by Rev. Harm Bents at St. James Lutheran (Long Branch) Church, rural Elk Creek.  Her confirmation was:  This is a faithful saying, and worthy of all acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners.  I Timothy 1:15.

She attended District #44 country school and Elk Creek High School, graduating with the class of 1948.  After graduation, Ilma attended summer school at Peru State College and began her teaching career in the one-room limestone school 2 miles west of Long Branch Church at the age of 17.  She continued attending summer school and taking night classes at Peru State and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1964.  She continued attending summer school in Lincoln and received her Master’s Degree from UNL in 1970. 

On June 20, 1952, Ilma was united in marriage to Eugene Gottula by Rev. Harm Bents at St. James Lutheran Church.  To this union one son Alan Chris was born Nov. 2. 1953. She and Eugene celebrated 53 years of marriage before he passed away Feb. 7, 2005. After Eugene passed, Ilma renewed her friendship with Lee Sapp and the two of them spent much time together in their retirement enjoying life. 

Ilma taught 8 years in one-room country schools in Nemaha and Johnson County, Kindergarten for 7 years in Elk Creek and 28 years with the Tecumseh Public Schools.

After her marriage to Eugene, Ilma became a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church.  She taught Vacation Bible School several summers, was a member of the bell choir one year and a member of the Dorcas Society for many years.  Ilma was a seamstress and artist and enjoyed doing counted cross stitch, making church banners, and designing and painting stage sceneries for the Elk Creek High School Alumni Plays-of which she was also a cast member in several plays.  She loved keeping up with her former students and was a proud supporter of education and Peru State College. 

With the assistance of Alan and others, Ilma was blessed be able to stay at her home in Tecumseh and lived to her earthly age of 95 years and 3 months. 

She is survived by her son Alan Gottula of Elk Creek and special friend Sandra Parker, grandson John Gottula of Faguay-Varina, North Carolina, great-granddaughter Chloe Mirabelle Gottula, sisters-in-law, Vicky Gobber of Gretna, and Erma Gobber of Manhattan, KS, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and former students. 

Ilma was preceded in death by her parents, husband Eugene, parents-in-law Bus and Elva Gottula, brothers Raymond Gobber and wife Norma and Orville Gobber, sister Eldonna Forrest and husband Lyle, nephews, Kent and Cary Gobber, great-nephew Erik Veburg and brother-in-Stan Gottula. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, April 27, 2026 at the St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, rural Elk Creek, Nebraska with Rev. Timothy Brisbois officiating.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, April 26, 2026 at the Wherry Mortuary in Tecumseh, Nebraska. 

Memorials may go to the family’s choice.

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

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

Anna Mae (Friedly) Davis of Pawnee City, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at the age of 93 at Colonial Acres in Humboldt, Nebraska. Anna Mae was born in Pawnee City on January 1,1933 to Arthur and Hallye (Thiemann) Friedly.

Anna Mae attended North Star country school until 8th grade and graduated from Pawnee City High School in 1950.  When we as kids would complain about walking to school in adverse weather she would look at us and say “we had to walk up hill and down both ways in waist high snow”.

On May 23, 1953 Anna Mae married Jim Rhodes in Pawnee City, Nebraska. To this union 5 children were born Jeff, Kim, Randy, Scott and Deb.  In 1982 Jim and Anna Mae divorced and in September 1984 Anna Mae married Elton Davis.

Anna Mae worked for various doctors at the Pawnee Clinic for 25 years.  She loved the people she  worked with and the patients she came to know.  She worked several years as Office Manager for the Community Action Center and then did in home Daycare for many years.

Anna Mae was involved with the 4-H program for 50 years.  Her love for the program and the youth gave her great joy. Mom always wanted the kids to remember, “you should learn much more from not winning, than from when you do win”.

Anna Mae was preceded in death by her parents Arthur and Hallye Friedly, husband Elton Davis, daughter-in-law, Sonja Rhodes.

She is survived by her children, Jeff Rhodes, Kim (Dan) Harris, Randy (Cyndi) Rhodes, Scott Rhodes, and Deb (Mike) Wilcox, grandchildren Danielle (Trevor) Eisenbarth, Garrett (Dina) Harris, Janell (Diane) Waters, Lilly Rhodes, Delton (Katie) Rhodes, Rena Rhodes, Ethan (Juanita) Wilcox, Levi (Holli) Wilcox, Shelby (Reece) Wilcox, 19 great-grandchildren, brother Ferd (Carol) Friedly and sister Helen Mawhiney, along with many nieces, nephews and friends.

Memorial service 10:00. Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at Salem U.C.C. Church, Steinauer, Nebraska with Pastor Mike Rowe Officiating.  Visitation on Monday, April 20, 2026 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6-8 p.m. at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska . Inurnment at the Pawnee City Cemetery, Pawnee City, Nebraska.  Online condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com Memorials to the family for a later destination.

Services entrusted to Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska 

 

Auswell “Bud” Fisher Stauffer Jr., 87, of Mayetta, Kansas, passed away April 18th, 2026 at his home surrounded by family. He was born July 6, 1938 near Holton, Kansas the son of Auswell and Vinita (Linsacum) Stauffer.
Bud attended Pleasant Valley elementary school and Circleville Rural High School.
Bud married Shirley Ann Bontrager on December 31, 1961. They enjoyed sixty years of love and companionship. He served in the US Army from 1961 to 1963.  Bud owned and operated his own agricultural salvage business his entire adult life. He worked at Henry Manufacturing/ Allis Chalmers in Topeka for 13 years. He was the bus mechanic for USD 337 Royal Valley schools for 21 years.  Bud served as a volunteer firefighter for the Mayetta Volunteer Fire Department for 46 years and was Fire Chief for 14 of those years. 
Bud was an active member of the Mayetta Methodist Church.  
He enjoyed watching westerns and rodeos, puzzles, antiques shopping with his family and restoring pedal tractors.  Bud’s greatest joy was playing with grandchildren and great-grandchildren and watching them grow up. 
Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley, his parents, Auswell and Vinita, and his sister-in-law, Louise (Russell).
Survivors include four sons: Bryan Stauffer (Cindy) of Stanwood, WA; Kevin Stauffer (Laura) of Holton, KS; Jeffrey Stauffer (Melissa) of Silver Lake, KS; Todd Stauffer (Rosetta) of Mayetta, KS; eleven grandchildren, Rachel Whitten  (Joe) of Eudora, KS; Clayton Stauffer (Carolina) of Midland, TX; Laura Kinney (Chris) of Bellevue, WA; Julia Noreika (Michael) of New London, NH; Adam Stauffer (Laura)  of Topeka, KS; Kenley Carpenter (Bryce) of Holton, KS; Ellie Klepees (Dillon)  of Holton, KS; Aidan and Brenna McDonald-Stauffer of Silver Lake, KS; Gary Stauffer (Andrea)  of Topeka and Tim Stauffer of Atchison, KS; twenty great-grandchildren;  one great-great granddaughter; two brothers, Russell of Sabetha, KS  and Brad (Judy) of Holton, KS; and one sister Sharon (Jim) Goldsworthy of Germantown, TN.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday, April 23, 2026 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton, KS. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Mayetta Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Bud will lie in state Tuesday from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to Mayetta Methodist Church or Mayetta Fire Department 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.

 Linda Kay Nonnast, 82, of Hiawatha, entered eternal rest on April 17th, 2026. She passed away at home surrounded by her family.

 Linda was born on January 24,1944, in Ft. Smith Arkansas, to the late Marion Roy Madden and Emma Florence Madden. Graduating High School in 1962 and went on to earn her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of Kansas Medical School. It was during her time nursing at K.U. that she began a life defined not only by care for others, but by a deep and abiding faith in Jesus Christ.

On May 8th, 1971, Linda married William Robert Nonnast. In 1977, they made their home in Hiawatha, Kansas, where they built a life centered on faith, family, and service. Together, Bill and Linda raised four children: William II, Paul, David and Leigh.

Linda loved the Lord with all her heart. Her life was a reflection of Christ’s love-evident in her kindness, her servants’ heart, and her unwavering devotion. She was actively involved in teaching and attending Sunday school and church, sharing her faith with others and encouraging those around her to walk closely with the Lord. 

Above all, Linda cherished her family. She delighted in spending time with her children and grandchildren, loving them deeply and faithfully pointing them to Christ through her words and example.

She is survived by her devoted husband, William Robert Nonnast; her children: William Nonnast II of Tempe, Arizona; Paul (Kayla) Nonnast of Overland Park, Kansas; David (Jaclyn) Nonnast of Sabetha, Kansas; and Leigh (Mason) Long of Sabetha, Kansas; and five beloved grandchildren: Andrew, Noah, Reve”, Levi, and James. Linda is also survived by her siblings: Lena Margaret Glick; Norma Jean (Jerry) Hollingsworth; and Raymond (Caroline) Madden.

She was preceded in death by her brothers, Leroy Madden and Clarence Richard Madden.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home to be divided between Missionaries Dave and Jochy Lockard and Voice of The Martyrs, sent in care of Chapel Oaks FH, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Visitation will be at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home (Hiawatha, KS) on Wednesday April 22, 2026 at 10am. Services will follow at 11am.  Linda asked that everyone dress casual.

Friends may call at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Tuesday.

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

 

    

 

Jon Frank Isch, 88, of Sabetha, Kansas, died on Friday, April 17, 2026, at the Apostolic Christian Nursing Home in Sabetha, Kansas, with family by his side.
Jon was born on October 9, 1937, at the Sabetha Hospital to Frank and Irene (Herrmann) Isch.  He was the firstborn in the family, with five younger sisters.  Jon spent his early years in Berwick, Kansas, where he attended first grade before the family moved to Morrill, Kansas.  He graduated from Morrill High School in 1955 and went on to attend Kansas State University, where he was a member of Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity and Alpha Zeta, an honorary agricultural society.  He graduated in 1959 with a degree in Agricultural Economics.
Jon was an Eagle Scout.  He also served three years in the Missouri Air National Guard.
In October 1960, Jon asked a Sabetha High School business teacher, Janice Collins, on a first date to Nabs Café for a Coke.  They were married on June 11, 1961, and shared nearly 65 years of marriage.  Together they welcomed two children, James Robert (JR) and Joleen (Jody), and built a life filled with family and treasured memories.  The family was members of the Morrill Church of the Brethren, where Jon served as treasurer for many years.  After moving to Sabetha, they attended what is now known as the NorthRidge Church.
After graduating from Kansas State University, Jon returned to Morrill and worked at the family grain and feed business at the Morrill Elevator.  Following his father’s retirement, Jon and his uncle, Elmer Isch, operated the elevator together.  After they sold the business, Jon spent 10 years in banking as a loan officer.  When his son, JR, later purchased the elevator and brought the business back into the family, Jon welcomed the opportunity to return to his passion for agriculture and reconnect with many longtime friends.
Jon enjoyed a good round of golf—highlighted by a hole-in-one on the 8th hole at McDowell Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona.  He also enjoyed spending time in his workshop on woodworking projects and took great pride in a well-kept lawn.  He liked dining out, spending time boating at the Lake of the Ozarks, and most of all, making memories with family and friends.  Jon enjoyed traveling throughout the United States and internationally, often taking the backroads and visiting with local folks along the way.  For 25 years, Jon and Jan wintered in the Phoenix area of Arizona.  They were devoted Kansas State fans as well, holding K-State football season tickets since the Bill Snyder era began in 1989.
Jon loved a good laugh and enjoyed his “Thirsty Thursday” FaceTime calls with his five sisters.  He took a genuine interest in the lives of his children and grandchildren and made it a point to attend as many of their events as he could.
Jon was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Irene Isch, and his brother-in-law, Pat Moynagh.
Jon is survived by his wife, Janice, at their home in Sabetha; his two children, JR (Chris) Isch of Sabetha, and Jody (Trent) Lancaster of Ottawa, Kansas; his four grandchildren, Madison (Josh) Srna of Gardner, Kansas, Cooper Lancaster of Sabetha, Briana (Logan) Hall of Sabetha, and Dylan Grote of Kansas City, Kansas; his three great-grandchildren, Parker Srna, Garrett Hall, and Grayson Hall; his five sisters, Jane Moynagh of Denton, Texas, Marty (Chic) Lang of Plano, Texas, Becky (John) Howard of Hiawatha, Kansas, Ellen Isch of Overland Park, Kansas, and Lisa (Terry) Garrett of Burlington, Kansas; and his many nieces and nephews.  
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the NorthRidge Church in Sabetha.  A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the NorthRidge Church.  The interment will be made in the Sabetha Cemetery in Sabetha. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Apostolic Christian Home and the Sabetha Community Health Foundation, sent in care of Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, Kansas 66534.  Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Joseph Ray Holliman (Kitchkommie) 45, of Horton, Kansas passed away Wednesday morning April 15 2026.

Joseph was born in Manhattan KS on June19 ,1980. Joseph spent most of his childhood in Manhattan KS with his mother Delores Mahkuk and his sisters Jamie and Stella. Joseph enjoyed spending time with his family and children; he always enjoyed family gatherings on the holidays. Joseph had a wonderful sense of humor he enjoyed laughing and being silly with close friends and family. Joseph always enjoyed learning about new things like different people, religions and cultures. Joseph was also very creative in creating his own art and was always happy to share it with others. A few other of Joseph’s hobbies included going for walks and being outdoors, listening to various styles of music, and playing the electric guitar. Joseph is also a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and Native American Church.

Preceded in death by his sister Stella Mahkuk.

Surviving family members include his children Marcel Jessepe, Carly Jessepe, Zorah Jessepe, Noam Jessepe and Mother, Delores Mahkuk, Aunt, Debra Mahkuk, Uncle, George (Mary) Mahkuk, Uncle, Albert Mahkuk and sister, Jamie (Richard Sr.) Holliman-McKinney.

Joseph loved his nieces and nephews very much, Serena (Mason) Fawcett, Evan Whiteshield, Aleck Whiteshield, Robert “RJ” Whiteshield, and Wahboxiekwah McKinney. He became great uncle to Drew Fawcett. Joseph was close to many cousins.

Services will be at 6:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Wayne Jessepe’s home on Highway K20 on the Kickapoo Reservation. Burial will be on Sunday at the Old Dance Ground Cemetery in Mayetta, Kansas. The Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton is in charge of arrangements.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pamela Rene (McQueen) Meis of Elgin, Nebraska. Pam was called to  heaven on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

A Memorial Service will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 20, 2026, at Levander Funeral Home in Albion, NE with Pastor Kurt Kinney officiating. A private family inurnment will follow at St. Boniface Cemetery, Elgin, NE. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00
p.m. Sunday at Levander Funeral Home of Elgin, NE.

Levander Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family  at www.levanderfuneralhome.com.

Pam was born on March 9, 1955, in Saint Joseph, Missouri to Betty & James McQueen. She grew up in Hiawatha, Kansas wherein she attended and graduated from Hiawatha High School. She attended and graduated from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas where she studied music and calligraphy.
Pam married Joseph M. Meis on August 19, 2005, in Elgin, Nebraska. Joe & Pam enjoyed many projects and adventures together and one of their biggest ventures was building their country dream home together. Pam truly embraced country living and life on the farm and you could often find here side by side working with Joe.
Pam leaves behind a lifetime of memories with her family. Pam was a very devoted and loving Mom. Her legacy continues on in her son, Aaron (Allison) Meisenheimer of Omaha, Nebraska.
Pam had a long career at FSA as a cartographer and later enjoyed working as a teacher’s aide at Elgin Public School.
Pam was an accomplished musician and shared her talents of playing the organ and piano at Saint Boniface Church for many years. Her hometown was an important part of her life and she continued to make many trips there and
annually took part in playing her trombone at The Tuba Christmas Concert in Hiawatha, Kansas. She enjoyed many hobbies and never walked away from a challenge. She enjoyed gardening, antique collecting, sewing, needle point,
woodworking, and wood carving. Pam loved all animals and enjoyed having many fur and feathered companions when she moved to the country.
Pam was adventurous and always made sure to travel as often as she could. Joe & Pam made several trips to Scotland to meet her relatives and discover her heritage. One of her most memorable travels included a cruise down the
Danube River in Europe. A favorite memory was when she travelled with her son, Aaron to Fairbanks, Alaska to see the dog sledding.
Loved ones remaining to cherish Pam’s memory are her husband, Joe Meis; her son and his wife, Aaron & Allison Meisenheimer; brother, Michael (Alice) McQueen of Leavenworth, Kansas; brother, Brian McQueen of Hiawatha, Kansas; along with numerous nieces nephews, other relatives and friends.
Preceding Pam in death are her parents; sister-in-law, Kim McQueen; and many loved ones

DeAnn D Goodwin, of Maple Grove Apartments, passed away unexpectedly April 4, 2026, at Amberwell Hiawatha. She was 87.

DeAnn was born September 15, 1938, at Horton, the oldest of three children born to LeRoy and Pauline Hawk Head. She grew up on a farm near Willis, attending country school prior to graduating from Willis High School with the class of 1956.

She spent her working life as a book keeper, first at the Brown County Courthouse, and later at the Big Lake, Missouri Lodge.

DeAnn enjoyed crocheting. She made receiving blankets for premature infants for KU Medical Center in Kansas City, and Hiawatha, along with the Cancer Dept. Probably, these blankets have ended up going all over the United States, if not the world.

She was married to Charles “Chuck” Kloepper for a number of years. Together they had a son Mark. She later married Leonard Goodwin at Oregon, Missouri, June 28, 1968. They lived in Big Lake and Oregon, Missouri before they moved to Mission, Texas to make their home. He died July 4, 2010. She returned to the area soon after where made her home at Maple Grove Senior Apartments.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; a step daughter Gail Gauchat. Just Friday, April 10, her brother Eldon Head passed away.

Survivors include a son Mark Kloepper of Hiawatha, a sister Marilyn Brook (Dennis) of Kansas City, grandchildren: Mark Kloepper II (Emily) of Hiawatha, Lindsey Kloepper Hiawatha, Colby Kloepper of Wichita, Maria Kerr-Wenger of Topeka; eight great-grandchildren: Jaydan Folk, Jaxon Folk, Christian Kloepper, Blade Buell, Jeffrey Kerr, Brendon Kerr, Levi Kerr, and Jaydon Kerr.

Services are planned 1 p.m. Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Tony French will officiate. Family only inurnment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.

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

www.chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

 

Rudolph R. Schmalstieg, Jr. of Easton, KS passed away at 79 years young April 15, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care Center.  He was born September 5, 1946, in Leavenworth, KS.

Known to many simply as “Buddy", he was a man whose quick wit, many times too kind of a heart, and willingness to help others left a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Buddy was a proud member of the Easton community and remained active throughout his life.  He was a dedicated member of the Easton Lions Club. He was a member of the Easton United Methodist Church.  He took great pride in serving those around him and helping those organizations in any way he could.  Even when it meant making his grandkids wake up in the wee hours of the morning to throw trash bags with him to help teach them the meaning of giving back.

Immediately after graduating from Easton High School, Buddy started his career as a truck driver.  He worked for Lawrence Freight Line Inc. and the Black family from the age of 18 until he retired from them at the young age of 50.   That commitment shows his dedication and strong work ethic.

After his first retirement at age 50, Buddy continued his trucking career working for Yellow Freight Line, Larkin Excavating, SH Services, and his most recent employment with Bardroff Heavy Hauling.  Although he could no longer drive a semi-truck, he enjoyed helping with the many heavy hauls as a pilot car driver and his family is forever grateful he was able to continue to be active enjoying his passion.

Outside of work, Buddy had a passion for IH tractors and collectibles.  He enjoyed sharing that enthusiasm with others as he attended numerous area threshing bees and tractor shows to show off his IH Farmall 450, MD Deisel, F20, and the 460.  At any of those shows he would happily sit and talk to any person, friend, or stranger about those or his collection of 1/16th scale model tractors or the numerous pedal tractors that he proudly displays at his daughter and son-in-law's shop in Easton, KS.  One of his proudest moments was seeing his grandkids and great grandkids riding or pushing those pedal tractors in the 4th of July parade through Easton.  Of course, we cannot forget his presence at the “table of knowledge” and “round table” at the Easton Café and Hilltop Market.  He thoroughly enjoyed those almost daily meals, slices of pies, and gossip sessions.

Above all else though, Buddy was a family man.  He cherished time spent with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.   That family bond was evident to all who knew him.  He will be remembered as a loving father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

He is survived by his children, Randy (Jo) Schmalstieg, Robby Schmalstieg, and Stephanie (Scott) Herken.  His grandchildren, Derrick Winkler, Jessica (Ray) Runge-Schmalstieg, Daniel Winkler, William Schmalstieg, Dillon Herken, Taylor Herken, and Colton Mullins. His great-grandchildren, Laekynn, Everlee, and Josephine Winkler, Jackson, Jace and Wyatt Winkler, Jason, Raven, and Veronica Runge, and Jasper Herken.  He is also survived by his brother, David (Gloria) Schmalstieg, along with numerous nephews, nieces, great and great-great nephews and nieces.  

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rudy and Minnie Louise Schmalstieg, son, Russell (Michelle Hobbs) Schmalstieg, grandson, Blake Schmalstieg “Hobbs”, and granddaughter, Kaitlyn Schmalstieg.

Buddy will be deeply missed but fondly remembered for his humor, generosity, and the countless lives he touched.  He was truly loved by everyone who knew him.

Services are entrusted to Barnett Family Funeral Home in Oskaloosa, KS.  Visitation will be 4-6:00PM, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, with funeral services to directly follow at 6:00PM at the funeral home.  There will not be a dinner after the service, but a heartfelt thank you to the ladies of the Easton United Methodist Church for offering.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Easton Lions Club or the Easton United Methodist Church.

The family would like to extend a sincere thank you for the support and care given to Buddy during his almost four weeks stay at the Mosaic Life Care Center in St. Joseph, MO following his stroke.

Sister Kathleen Flanagan, OSB, 70, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Monday, April 6, 2026, at the monastery.

The vigil service will be Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m.

Sister Kathleen was born in Riverside, Cal., to Dennis and Rose Ann Morton Flanagan on January 11, 1956, but spent most of her youth in Denver, Colo., where she delighted in summer work as a camp counselor in the mountains. In 1978, she received a B.A. in education from Benedictine College in Atchison, and would return there to enter the monastic community in 1984. She loved her career as an elementary teacher and school librarian, especially with the youngest readers. After earning a Master of Library Science degree from Emporia State University, she became a librarian at Benedictine College, where she served until her unexpected death.

Sister Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents Dennis Flanagan and Rose Ann Flanagan Redmond, and her brothers Richard and Timothy Flanagan. She is survived by her brother James Flanagan (Libby) and sister Maureen Jones, both of Seattle, Wash., sisters-in-law Cheryl Flanagan and Sue Bordelon, nephews, cousins, and her monastic family.

Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home (www.arensbergpruett.com) is in charge of arrangements. Memorials may be sent to Mount St. Scholastica or made online at the Mount’s web site (www.mountosb.org).

Leila June “Lee” McConnaughey, 91, of Everest, KS formerly of Silver Bell, AZ died on Monday, April 13, 2026, at her daughter’s home in Lancaster, KS.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Monday, April 20th, 2026, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Pastor Elizabeth Carr officiating. Burial will follow in the Huron Cemetery, Huron, KS. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until time of service on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Everest Christian Church or the Everest Lions Club and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com

Lee was born on June 14, 1934, in Everest Kansas, the daughter of George E. and Wilda June (Carson) Behler. She graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1951. She moved to Silver Bell, AZ and worked as the Administrative Secretary for Marana Grade School for over 25 years. She moved back to Everest in 1999. Lee was a member of the Everest Christian Church, the Everest Lions Club, PEO, and the Christian Women’s Fellowship. She enjoyed sewing, crafts, crosswords and jig saw puzzles. Her favorite thing was spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren and family.

She was married to Conrad Arthur McConnaughey on June 10, 1951. Mr. McConnaughey preceded her in death on Jan. 28th, 2010, also preceding her in death was her parents, a son Michael McConnaughey and siblings Grimes Behler, Edith Myers, Lois Betts, Kent Behler, and Paul Behler.

Survivors include a daughter Phyllis (Dwight) Scholz, Lancaster, KS, three sisters Linda McCray, St. Joseph, MO, Sharon Gladman, Everest, KS, and Pam Westbrook, Independence, MO, three grandsons Bryan Ford, Tim McConnaughey and Jared McConnaughey, and eleven great grandchildren.

Mary Beth (Van Dyke) McClintock passed away on April 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She grew up in Atchison, Kansas, and spent the majority of her life in Kansas City, Missouri, where she built a home and raised her family over the course of more than 40 years.

Mary was raised in the Catholic faith, which remained an important part of her life. She carried those values into her own home, raising her children with the same sense of faith, compassion, and strength that guided her.

She will be remembered most for the way she showed up for her family. Mary was a loving and dedicated mother to Audrey, Curtis, Joyce, and Glen McClintock, and was deeply involved in their lives in both big and small ways.

Outside of family, Mary found joy in simple, meaningful things. She was an avid gardener who took pride in creating beauty around her. She loved to cook and bring people together over a meal. She was also a strong swimmer in her younger years and continued swimming well into adulthood, something that brought her both peace and strength. She enjoyed sports throughout her life and loved supporting her kids, even spending time coaching when they were growing up.

She is survived by her children, Audrey McClintock (Andrew Van Nest), Curtis McClintock, Joyce McClintock, and Glen McClintock; her former husband and lifelong friend, Brent McClintock; her father, John Van Dyke, Sr.; and her siblings, David Van Dyke (Valerie), Sara Van Dyke, Tim Van Dyke (Sarah), and Andrea Verbanic (Mike). She was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Van Dyke, and her brother, John Van Dyke, Jr.

Mary will be remembered for her resilience, her warmth, and her unwavering love for her family. Her presence, guidance, and care will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

All services will be Friday, April 17, 2026, at St. Benedict Church in Atchison, Kansas. A rosary will begin at 9:45 a.m. with visitation to follow at 10:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held beginning at 1:30 p.m. at Riverwood Winery in Rushville, Missouri. Memorials may be made to the Atchison YMCA in care of the funeral home.

Barbara Jean Wood, 80, passed away peacefully at home on April 8th, 2026.

Barbara was born on August 17th, 1945, in Atchison, KS, to John and Virginia Willmeth. Barbara attended Spring Grove one-room school house in rural Doniphan County for 1st through 8th grade and then Troy High School, from which she graduated in 1963. Barbara married Alvin Wood, Jr. on January 2nd, 1965, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Doniphan, Kansas. He preceded her in death in 2021.

Barbara was preceded in death by her father and mother. Barbara is survived by two daughters, Theresa (Eric) Root of Atchison, Kansas, and Marietta (Nathan) Reynolds of St. Joseph, Missouri; four grandchildren, Owen Root, Aiden Reynolds, AnnaMaria Root, and Elijah Reynolds; three sisters, Linda (Mike) Piper, Mary Merrill, and Shirley Wyland; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Barbara was a lover of nature, gardening, and animals. Barbara especially enjoyed cats and rescued many during her lifetime. Barbara was fond of exercising and ran multiple marathons and enjoyed swimming at the Atchison YMCA. Barbara also enjoyed collecting items and going on road trips. Barbara was a devout Catholic and attended St. Benedict’s Catholic Church in Atchison for most of her adult life, along with various Catholic churches in Doniphan County.

Barbara worked at several places during her lifetime, including Horton Garment Company, Benedictine College, and Valley Hope Rehabilitation Center. Barbara spent many years serving as a leader for youth in 4-H, teaching cooking and sewing, and volunteered at multiple agencies in Atchison.

A rosary will be held at Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home at 5:30 pm on Friday, April 17th, 2026, followed by a visitation for family and friends until 7:00 pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. Benedict Church in Atchison, KS, at 12:30 pm on Saturday, April 18th, 2026, with burial to follow in St. Charles Cemetery in Troy, KS. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Doniphan County Pet Rescue located at 887 Friendship Road, Bendena, KS 66008. Phone number: 913-370-3297. Doniphan County Pet Rescue Donate Online

Stephen Louis Phillips, age seventy-eight, passed away April 11, 2026, at his home. He was the oldest son born to Ludwig and Mary (Staskiewicz) Phillips on February 5, 1948, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. Steve developed a passion for agriculture through FFA and his enjoyment of the outdoors through Boy Scouts. He graduated from Omaha South High School and from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 1971 majoring in agricultural engineering. In 1970 he married Linda Schlange at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Auburn, Nebraska. During Steve’s first job after college, a coworker shared the gospel with Steve and he believed in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Later in 1971 they went to Dortmund, Germany, where he worked at Fredrich Utte in the environmental division. They returned to Auburn, Nebraska, in 1974 where Steve began farming with his father-in-law, Ernest, and continued farming for twenty-five years. In 1998 he became a pump engineer at NPPD’s Cooper Nuclear Station. Steve retired in 2008 and became an active part of the Child Evangelism Fellowship (CEF).

Steve, by the extraordinary grace of God, loved Jesus Christ with all his heart. He enjoyed praising God with his guitar, spending time with family, fixing mechanical things, reading, exploring history museums, spending time in God’s word, and sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ with children alongside Linda through CEF Good News Clubs.

He is survived by his wife, Linda; children, Matthew (Marie), and George (Lisset); siblings, Christine (Ben) Bach, Robert, Carl, Suzanne Hall, Mary (Vijay) Israni, and George; grandchildren: Marcus, Anya, Brianna, Lucas, Matilda, Clara, and Angela; multiple nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ludwig and Mary Louise (Staskiewicz) Phillips; in-laws, Ernest and Matilda Schlange; sister-in-law, Lynn Phillips; brother-in-law, Glen Krohn; brother-in-law, Charles Van Swol; brother Carl’s long-time friend, Dani; nephew, Jivan Israni.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 20, 10:30 a.m. at Grace Bible Fellowship in Stella. Burial will be in St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery at Auburn. Visitation will be at the funeral home Friday, April 17, noon to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6:00 to 8:00.

Memorials are suggested to George Phillips's Ministry (CRU) or Child Evangelization Fellowship (Southeast Chapter) with checks made out to Linda Phillips with the designation in the memo line.

John Ross Koch, 43, of Horton, Kansas, formerly of Sabetha, Kansas passed away suddenly on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Amberwell Hospital in Hiawatha, Kansas.

He was born on June 1, 1982, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa the son of Ronnie Koch and Darla Dedic. John grew up in Sabetha and graduated from Bern High School in 2000. After high school he attended Southeast Community College in Milford, Nebraska. John worked as a gaming commissioner for the Sac-N-Fox Nation. John was a foster parent, godfather, a big Iowa Hawkey Fan and enjoyed working, playing video games, cooking in his spare time, pestering his wife and playing nerf wars with is nieces and nephews. On September 15, 2018, he married Amber Hawkins in Horton, Kansas.

Survivors include his wife, Amber Koch of the home, Horton, Ks., father, Ronnie Koch of Sabetha, Kansas, mother, Darla Dedic of Wapello, Iowa, brother, Aaron (Emilea) Koch of Sabetha, Kansas, sister, Jade (Lee) Winkler of Corning, Kansas, numerous nieces and nephews, brother-in-law, Dennis (Sam) Hawkins of Horton, Kansas, sister-in-law, Tiffany (Donnie) Nigh of Everest, Kansas.

Graveside services will be at 11:30 A.M. on Friday, April 24, 2026, at the Muscotah Cemetery.

Sarah Angela Pennington, age 63, of Atchison, KS, passed away on Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Olathe Hospice House in Olathe, KS.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to Atchison Animal Control and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Sarah was born on July 26, 1962, in Atchison, KS, the daughter of Glenn and Jean Marie (Holthusen) Lacy. She dedicated her career to serving as a para educator at Atchison Elementary School, where she worked primarily with students who had special needs and behavioral challenges. Sarah found joy in drawing and painting, watching Steeler football, bowling, and had a passion for cars and Harley Davidson motorcycles. She also enjoyed cooking and especially cherished time with her dogs, Oscar and Coda.

On July 18, 1980, Sarah married Clifford Gene Pennington, Jr., who preceded her in death on July 18, 1999. She is survived by her two daughters, Stephanie and Erick Chavez of Atchison, KS, and Jessica and Tom Harris of Lawrence, KS. Sarah is also survived by her sister, Sheila and Linn Rials of Lawrence, KS, and four grandchildren: Ashton and Jayden Frad, Lyam Harris, and Artemis Chavez.

In addition to her husband, Sarah was also preceded in death by her parents.

Marjorie Lyons, 94, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 11, 2026 at Falls City. She was born the youngest child of Thomas R. and Amanda (Hahn) Bennett on June 14, 1931 at Falls City.

She married John W. “Bill” Lyons on December 19, 1953 at San Diego, CA. He passed away January 14, 1965.

Marj was raised at Falls City and graduated from Sacred Heart High School with the class of 1949. She then went on to attend Saint Mary’s College in Leavenworth, KS and Providence Hospital School of Nursing in Kansas City, KS. When married the couple lived in and worked in Omaha before moving to Dawson, NE in 1959 to raise their growing family. Marj was a nurse at the Humboldt Hospital and Falls City Community Hospital for many years. During her retirement she moved to Casa Granda, AZ and returned to Falls City in 2020 where she has lived since. She was a member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and a former long-time member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Dawson.

Marj is survived by her children, Cindy Taylor and her husband Ron of Kansas City, MO, Jeff and his wife Kathy of Effingham, KS, Steve and his wife Donna of Bennett, CO, Terry and his wife Deb of Falls City, Jim and his wife Mary of Omaha, NE, Bill of Gardner, KS, Joe and his wife Theresa of Ashland, NE, daughter-in-law, Sandy Lyons of Falls City, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, son, Tim, sisters, Sarah Barton and Mary Alice Cooke, brothers, Tom, Ed, Don, Jim and John Bennett.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 2:30 P. M. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Dawson, with Father Jim Meysenburg as the presiding priest. Inurnment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery.

A Parish Rosary will be recited on Saturday, 2:00 P. M. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church prior to the service.

Friends may sign the guest registry at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home during regular business hours.

Sheala Woods, 75, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 10, 2026 at Falls City. She was born February 26, 1951 at Green Up, KY to Ira and Cora (Sullivan) Stepp.

She married William “Bill” Woods, Sr. on November 25, 1966 at Wise, VA. He passed away May 28, 2024.

Sheala was raised in Green Up, KY. When married the coupled lived in various places due to her husband’s military service. She was a homemaker most of her life. The couple first moved to Falls City in 1990 and then to Florida in 1996 and back to Falls City in 2011, where she has lived since. She enjoyed playing bingo at the casino, playing cards with friends, spending time with her family and volunteering at church. She was a member of Valley Avenue Baptist Church.

Sheala is survived by her children, William “Woody” Woods, Jr. and his wife Tina of Escondido, CA, Rana Frenzel and her husband Jeff of Falls City, Sara Delp and her significant other Micheal “Rose” Turner of Falls City, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers and a sister and a grandchild, Kendell Delp.

Her memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:30 AM at Valley Avenue Baptist Church with Pastor Chad Berry officiating. Inurnment will be in Steele Cemetery.

Friends may sign the guest registry during regular business hours at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Myron Earl Turner, 75, of Holton, KS, passed away Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at his home. He was born July 13, 1950 in Colby, KS, the son of Earl Everett and Ethel Mae (Smith) Turner.          

Myron attended Holton High School after moving to Topeka, he graduated from Topeka High School in 1969. He graduated from Statistical Process Control Training and International Standards Organization (ISO) School in Denver, CO.

In the 1970’s he worked for Tractor Supply Company as a Regional Inventory Controller in Kansas City, MO. In the 1980’s he worked for Lubripac Oil Company as Vice-President of Quality Assurance in Houston, TX. In the 1990’s worked for Slick 50 Oil Company as Vice President of Quality Assurance in Houston, TX. He moved back to Holton, KS in the mid 1990’s and was owner and operator of the Lone Spur Saloon. From 1999- 2012 he was owner and operator of GulfTex Lawn in Lake Jackson, TX.

Myron enjoyed fishing and golfing.

Survivors include his son, Bryon E. Turner; daughter, Anna Turner; 2 brothers, Roger Turner (MaryAnn) of New Mexico and Larry Turner (Gail) of California and nieces and a nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents and infant son, Craig Turner.

Private family services will be at a later date. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton is assisting the family. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhoms.com.

 

Elaine Marie Rego, 73, of Assaria, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 5th, 2026.
Elaine was born in Salina, Kansas on June 8, 1952, a daughter of Lois Mae (Johnson) and Byron  Elliott.
Throughout her life, she worked in a variety of roles, including many years on the assembly line at Exide Technologies and Tony’s Pizza, as well as in the kitchen at Country Inn & Suites. She also gave her time and support as a devoted member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary.
Survivors include her husband, Ernest Rego; son, Eddie Rego (Paige), of Sabetha, Kansas; and grandchildren, Cadn Miller, Ethan Miller, Kaydence Rego, Briley Rego, Brooklyn Miller, Aiden Rego, Jaystn Rego, Jaiden Miller, Lillian Miller, Liam Rego, Ezmai Rego, Eden Rego, Kaylona Rego, and Draven Rego.
Elaine is also survived by her brother, Galen Elliot (Bonnie), of Salina, Kansas and nephews, Jason Elliott, Brian Elliott, and Warren Elliott (Robin).
She is preceded by her parents and son, Eric Rego.
Visitation will be held Thursday, April 16, from 4:00 pm -  7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, Salina.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 am, Friday, April 17, at Assaria Lutheran Church in Assaria, Kansas.
Burial will follow at Assaria Lutheran Cemetery.
The family requests that donations be made to the funeral home to help with expenses.
Online condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.carlsonfh.net or on the funeral home’s Facebook page.

Larry Lee Cox, 87, of Sabetha, Kansas, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2026, at the Apostolic Christian Home in Sabetha.
Larry was born on July 6, 1938, in Sabetha, Kansas, the son of Homer Leland Cox and Margaret Maxine (Maxey) Cox.  His mother passed away in 1945, and he was raised by his loving stepmother, Dorothy (Gruetze) Cox.  As a child, Larry attended Pepperbox and Woodlawn schools and Sabetha High School, where he graduated in 1956.  He joined the Navy after high school and served for four years, from 1956 to 1960.  He served on the battleships, the U.S.S Iowa and the U.S.S Galveston, and also attended Electrician's Mate School during his service. 
Larry married Dessie Murlene Sullivan on July 5, 1964.  He was a loving and devoted husband for 61 and a half years.  They were blessed with three children, Tammy, Alan, and David.
Larry worked at the Sabetha Creamery and other odd jobs before deciding to go into farming.  After a time, he and Murlene moved into town, and he went to work for the City of Sabetha as a lineman, working for several years before retiring.
Larry and Murlene were blessed with nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.  Larry cherished all his family and enjoyed teasing them and sharing stories of his life.  He also enjoyed attending his family's sporting events and musical programs.  Larry supported his family in any way he could.
Larry had a strong faith in Christ and shared that through his love and service to others.  He also shared his devotion to God by regularly attending several churches throughout his life, most recently, the Crossroads Wesleyan Church in Sabetha, Kansas.
Larry was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother; an infant sister, Laura Cox, and his brother, Jerry Cox.
Larry is survived by his wife, Dessie Murlene Cox, at their home in Sabetha; his three children, Tammy Cox of Overland Park, Kansas, Alan (Rhoda) Cox of Sabetha, and David (Rena) Cox of Kansas City, Missouri; his nine grandchildren, Emily (Peter) Ruby of Wamego, Kansas, Trenton (Katie) Cox of Sabetha, Kaitlyn (Alex) Rupnick of Hoyt, Kansas, Corbin (Maddison) Cox of Tonganoxie, Kansas, Keegan Cox of Omaha, Nebraska, Bryson (Savana) Cox of Kansas City, Missouri, Braeden Cox of Blue Rapids, Kansas, Marissa Cox of Holton, Kansas, and Baylee Countryman of Overland Park, Kansas; and his 11 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 13, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Crossroads Wesleyan Church.  A visitation will be held on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Popkess Mortuary in Sabetha.  The interment will be made in the Sabetha Cemetery with military honors.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the Sabetha Community Hospital, sent in care of the Popkess Mortuary, 823 Virginia Street, Sabetha, Kansas 66534.  Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Amy Lou Spiker, 69, of Holton, KS, passed away Monday, April 6, 2026 at her home with family by her side. She had fought a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born May 19, 1956 in Winchester, KS, the daughter of Ernest F. and Patricia F. (Pickett) Wichman.

Amy graduated from Holton High School in 1974. She was a Certified Nurse’s Aide, Activities Director and Director of Social Services at Medicalodges Jackson County (formerly Jackson County Nursing Home); retiring after 31 years. Her family, work family and friends whom became family was of most importance to her.

She was a member of the Trinity Lutheran Church.

She married the love of her life, Jared Spiker, in December of 1986. They celebrated over 39 years of marriage.

Survivors include her husband, Jared of the home; 2 dogs, Petunia and Buddy; sister, Carol Searles (Rob Rolin) of Denison, KS; brother, Kevin Wichman (Sandy) of Circleville, KS; 2 sisters-in-law, Cheryl Wichman of Everest, KS and Sue Wichman of Holton, KS; bonus daughter, Tara Elliott of Holton, KS; bonus grandson, Kayden Elliott, bonus granddaughter, Adalie Minde and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernie and Patricia Wichman; adopted son, Vance Spiker and 3 brothers, Dale, Allen and Verlin Wichman.

Funeral Service will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 10, 2026 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Amy will lie in state 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.  Burial will be at a later date. Memorials may be given to Mercer Funeral Home to help with expenses 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.

Ruth Darline (Wolff) Jensen, 96, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her son’s home in Overland Park. 

She was born on January 24, 1930, in Everest, Kansas the daughter of George and Flora Wolff. She attended grade school in Everest and Basehor, Kansas graduating from Basehor High School. She then attended one year at Jane C. Stormont School of Nursing in Topeka, Kansas. On October 29, 1949, she married Harold E. Jensen in Tonganoxie, Kansas and were married for fifty-one years before his passing on October 12, 2000. She was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harold Wolff and Warren Wolff and a sister, Delores Klinkenburg. Ruth was a member of the Everest Christian Church. She was a homemaker, Brownie and Cub Scouts leader. In later years she was employed by Skaggs Drug Store in Over Park and at the Shawnee Mission Hospital in Merriam, Kansas.

She is survived by a son, Barry D. Jensen Sr. of Overland Park, Kansas, two daughters, Shirley Schwamberger of Lampe, Missouri and Margaret (Peggy) Garfield of Virginia Beach, Virgina, nine grandchildren, twenty-two great grandchildren and seven great-great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Everest Christian Church and may be sent in care of the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, Kansas. 

Graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, April 13, 2026, at the Kennekuk Cemetery east of Horton, Kansas.

Butch Parrish age 79, of Robinson, Kansas, passed away February 13, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas. 

He was proceeded in death by his parents James and Annie Parrish; his beloved wife Linda; five brothers and 4 sisters.

Butch’s legacy continues through his surviving family: his son James and daughter-in law Samantha Parrish; grandson Sebastian Parrish and wife Karla along with their two children; granddaughter Sara Harris and husband Devin along with their four children. He is also survived by two sisters, Ruth Moore and Frances Hamilton. 

A graveside service, with military honors, will be held Monday, April 13th, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at the Rose Hill Cemetery near Robinson.

A dinner will follow the service for family and friends at the Eternal Hope Worship Center in Hiawatha.