Charlotte Ann Haug, 85, of Seneca, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at Nemaha Valley Community Hospital.

Charlotte was born on August 28, 1939, in Pawnee City, Nebraska, the youngest of two daughters of Solomon and Ella Marie (Lockas) Meyer. She grew up on the family farm southeast of Bern, Kansas, and attended Bern School. Her parents also owned and operated the Bern Café until her mother's passing when Charlotte was just 12 years old.

When Charlotte was a sophomore in high school, she, her father, and her sister Shirley moved to Seneca after her father purchased the Log Cabin. During her high school years, she worked at the Seneca Telephone Company and Krotzinger Bakery, both located on Main Street. She graduated from Seneca Public School in 1957.

After graduation, Charlotte briefly lived in Topeka, working for the State of Kansas in the Income Tax Department before returning to Seneca. On November 19, 1957, she married Omer Carlton "Cotton" Haug at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. They built their life and raised their three children in Seneca, enjoying nearly 50 years of marriage until Cotton's passing in 2007.

Charlotte worked hard throughout her life, both at home and in the community. Over the years, she was employed by Grollmes Insurance Agency, the Prairie Club, and spent 23 years at Heideman Locker. Later, she worked alongside Cotton at H & H Motor Company, the Oldsmobile dealership they owned and operated until production ended in 2002. She also cooked at Country Place Senior Living and washed dishes at Nemaha Central High School.

Charlotte's greatest joys were simple and heartfelt. She loved gardening, canning, and baking—especially sharing her homemade treats with others. She was devoted to her family and took pride in supporting her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. Her home was also a place of care for extended family, as she helped look after her husband's uncle and kept a close eye on her husband's brother in his later years. She also had a special fondness for animals, especially cats, and cared deeply for their well-being.

A lifelong member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church and St. Ann's Altar Society, Charlotte lived her faith through her kindness, generosity, and steady presence in the community.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Cotton (2007); her grandson, Dominic Haug (2008); her sister, Shirley Heideman (2020); and Maggie Haug (2025), wife of her son Jerry.

Charlotte is survived by her children: Ed (Valarie) Haug of Trenton, Missouri; Connie (Mike) Kuckelman; and Jerry Haug, all of Seneca; five grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

A rosary will be prayed on Saturday, May 3 at 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Seneca, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Fr. Reginald Saldanha at 11:00 a.m.

Charlotte will be laid to rest Next to her husband Cotton at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Seneca. Pallbearers will be Ed Haug, Jerry Haug, Jeremy Haug, Carlton Haug, Nick Schilling, and Taylor Jesse.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Brown County Humane Society, and condolences can be shared at www.lauerfuneralhome.com.

Kenneth Leon Miller, age 90, of Atchison, KS, passed peacefully on April 19, 2025, at his home.

Graveside services will be Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 1:30 P.M at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Wathena, KS. A celebration of Life will be Sunday, following the graveside services from 3-5:00 p.m., beginning with a rosary at 3:00 p.m. at the Paolucci Banquet Room. Cremation care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Ken was born on February 8, 1935, in St. Joseph, MO, the oldest child of Leo Miller and Dorothy (Boeh) Miller. He proudly served in the United States Air Force and later served in the Navy Reserves for over twenty years. He was employed with TWA for over thirty years as a hydraulic mechanic until his retirement.

He married Kathleen Varner November 27, 1959, and they had four children, Jeffrey, Leon, Tracy and Susie. Ken and Kathleen were later divorced, and he married Eustelle V. Hoffman, on April 16, 1993.

Ken spent almost all his free time reading, he absolutely loved to read. He was a jack of all trades kind of guy, helping wherever he was needed around his house or his children's, and he enjoyed cooking and sharing meals with others.

He is survived by his wife, Eustelle "Telly" Hoffman Miller; four children, Jeffrey Miller, Leon (Rhonda) Miller, Tracy Dalton, Susie (Pete) Richie; four grandchildren, James Miller, Nick Richie, Chandler Richie, Brooklyn Richie; his brother, Howard Miller; sisters, Mary Lea Krousa (Bill) and Margie Begley.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Caroline Harris, Ruthie Miller, Morris Miller and Omer Miller; and a son in law, Eudell Dalton.

Robert E. "Jolly" Johnston, 74, of Valley Falls, KS, passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2025 at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, KS. He was born March 12, 1951 in Topeka, KS, the son of William Franklin and Hazel Lorene (Bowden) Johnston.

Jolly graduated from Valley Falls High School. He served in the United States Army from 1971 - 1973.

He worked for Goodyear Tire Company and retired after 30+ years, and was a member of Local Union #307. He was a lifelong farmer and stockman. Jolly enjoyed fishing and going to the casino. He enjoyed going on daily expeditions with his friend Dave.

Jolly married Donna Marie Boyce on May 29, 1986 in Oskaloosa, KS. She preceded him in death on February 7, 2019, after 32 years of marriage. He was also preceded in death by his parents, William and Hazel Johnston and sister-in-law Gloria Johnston.

Survivors include his daughter, Megan Johnston of Valley Falls, KS and 2 brothers, Calvin Johnston (Lynette) of Meriden, KS and Ron Johnston of Astoria, OR.; many nieces, nephews and friends.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. Friday, May 2, 2025 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls. Family will greet friends one hour prior to service time. Burial will be in the Valley Falls Cemetery at a later date. Military Honors will be conducted by Grahem Herbers VFW Post 3084. Memorials may be given to the VFW Post 3084 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.

Rex David Pickering, 81, of Atchison, KS died on Sunday, April 27th, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home with Rev. Jim Cormode officiating. The body will be cremated following the service and the burial of his cremated remains will be at a later date in the Round Mound Cemetery, Cummings, KS. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Friday, May 2nd,at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Meals on Wheels or the Cummings Christian Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Condolences may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

Rex was born on December 4, 1943, in Atchison, KS the son of Delmer U. and Coral Faye (Parman) Pickering. He graduated from Atchison High School in 1961. Rex served in the United States Army. He worked for Atchison Leather Products, then Blair Feed and Page Airways in the underground cave before working as a glass glazer at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Rex was a member of the Cummings Christian Church, as a youth he was in boy scouts, and 4-H. He enjoyed horseback riding, hunting pheasants and quail, leatherwork, riding motorcycles and John Deere tractors, and going for walk abouts in junk yards looking at old cars.

He was married to Victoria Louise Nyhart on May 3rd, 1964, at the Cummings Christian Church. Vicki survives at home. Additional survivors include son Shaun (Lane) Pickering, Pataskala, OH, and daughter Jeni (Gus) Luna, Florence, AZ, grandchildren Daniella and Dominic Luna, and Eleanor, David, and Samuel Pickering, and sister Phyllis Worley, Olathe, KS. His parents, and brother-in-law George Worley preceded him in death.

Russel E. Pike 69, of Lancaster, KS, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 PM, Thursday May 1, 2025, at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home, with Rev. Gary Spaulding, officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Creek Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Camp Creek Cemetery and may be sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.beckerdyer.com.

Russel was born November 7, 1955, in Atchison KS, the son of Walter Stanley "Dude" and Joyce (Burton) Pike. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School. Russel was a farmer and enjoyed taking care of the animals and farms.

Russel is survived by two sisters, Nancy Spilman, Lancaster, KS, Pam and Ron Holtorf, Olathe, KS, many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephew and great-great niece and nephew.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters, Carla Davis and Penny Spaulding.

Imogene Strasil passed away on April 25, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. She was born in Falls City to Mr. & Mrs. Joe Gerweck and was a life-long resident of Falls City.

She met and married Alvin Strasil in 1945 and they started their family.

Imogene was loved by everyone she met. Due to her love of children, she started a day care in her home, which she continued for many years. Imogene loved spending time with her family and friends, playing cards, BINGO, and Husker Football.

She is survived by her children: Linda, Alvin Jr. (Mary Lynn), Thomas (Lucy) Strasil and Deborah Marshall; Five grandchildren: Laura Lee Kipp, Erin Strasil Larson, Ryan Strasil, Andrew Strasil and Alicia Marshall; Nine great-grandchildren and eleven great-great grandchildren.

A grave side service will be held Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at Falls City Steele Cemetery at 2 p.m.

Peggy C. Romero, 67, of Horton, KS, also known in the area as Peggy Hall or Peggy Jessepe, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025 at her daughter's home with family by her side. She was born December 7, 1957 in Liberal, KS, the daughter of Rosalie Alires and Jimmy Romero.

In her early years, Peggy was a Certified Nurse's Aide. For most of her life, she was a homemaker taking care of her children.

She was a devout Catholic. She taught Sunday School at Our Lady of the Snows on the Prairie Band Potawatomi Reservation.

Peggy enjoyed playing bingo, garage sales, the time she went to the Bahamas with her daughter, being by her dog "Babygirl," she loved to smoke her cigs, she wished she got to spend more time with her granddaughters who she thought the world of. she was a Selena fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends.

She married Richard Wabaunsee; to this union was her 6 children. They later divorced. She married Dewey James Jessepe on May 17, 1995; he preceded her in death on February 18, 2008. She was also preceded in death by her mother, Rosalie; her dad, Jimmy Romero; son, Richard Wabaunsee Jr. and daughter, Lasie Wabaunsee; her grandmother Eva Romero; 5 brothers, George Gonzalez, Raymond Romero, Timothy Alires, James Romero, Allen Romero and a sister, Susie Martinez.

Survivors include her daughter, Lindsey Wabaunsee of Topeka, KS; 3 sons, Ricky Wabaunsee of Horton, KS, Clifton Wabaunsee and Gregory Wabaunsee both of Topeka, KS; her dog, Baby Girl of Horton, KS; 3 sisters, Joyce Arredondo (Javier), Beverly Romero and Theresa Alires all of Liberal, KS; 2 brothers, Johnny Gonzales of Wichita, KS and Jerry Romero of Belton, TX; 4 grandsons, Dominic Wabaunsee of Aurora, CO, Simon Mesa of Holton, KS, twins, Colton Wabaunsee of Seminole, OK and Phoenix Wabaunsee of Green Bay, WI and 2 granddaughters, Jalisa "Big Girl" Wabaunsee of Green Bay, WI and Rosalind "Sister Girl" Wabaunsee of Topeka, KS; and many nieces and nephews who she loved dearly.

Rosary will be prayed at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 6:00 P.M. A visitation will be from 5-7 P.M. at Mercer Funeral Home in Holton on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2 P.M. Thursday, May 1, 2025 at the Liberal Cemetery in Liberal, KS. Memorial Contributions may be made to Mercer Funeral Home (To help the family with expenses) c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66451. To leave the family a message, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com

Linda Schuetz, 73, of Hiawatha passed away peacefully on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Maple Heights Nursing Home.

Linda was born to Robert and Anna (Lehn) Heinrich on June 17, 1951, in Horton, Kansas. Linda graduated from Horton High School. She lived in Horton until she married Daniel Schuetz on May 13, 1972, at St. Leo's Catholic Church. Together, they built a life filled with love and joy. The couple moved to Hiawatha where they raised their two beloved daughters, Amber and Kara.

Linda enjoyed spending time with family, cooking, gardening, sewing, and making counted cross-stitch pictures. She was active in the local 4-H community by being a fair superintendent and was on the Brown County Fair Board.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include husband, Daniel of Hiawatha; children, Amber (Derrick) Strohm of Olathe and Kara Schuetz of Topeka; grandchildren, Hudson and Harrison Strohm of Olathe.

Rosary will be prayed at Dishon Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 6:30 PM followed by visitation from 7:00-8:00 PM. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, at St. Leo's Catholic Church, Horton. Burial will follow at St. Leo's Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the NEK Hospice, Brown County 4-H foundation or St. Ann's Catholic Church and may be sent in care of the mortuary.

Dorothy Marie Cox, 90, of Holton, KS, passed away Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor in Lawrence, KS. She was born in 1934 in rural Shawnee County, KS, the daughter of John Harvey and MaryAnna Johanna (Hoefler) Basel.

Dorothy attended Wetmore and Corning high schools. She later earned her GED and attended a semester at Highland Community College. She worked for Slimaker Dress Factory and the Jackson County Appraisers Office in 1970 until retiring in 1986.

She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church; serving as Secretary from 1963 - 1971, Deacon and Choir member. She was also a life member of Holton V.F.W. Post 1367 Auxiliary.

Dorothy married Richard Lee Cox on July 14, 1951 in Holton, KS. He preceded her in death on November 17, 2011, after 60 years of marriage. She was also preceded in death by 2 sisters, Mae Elizabeth Basel and Rovida Colton and 6 brothers, John, Jr., Anthony, Daniel, Arthur, Charles and Roy Basel.

Survivors include her 4 children, Bruce Cox (Paula) of Topeka, KS, William Cox (Kathy) of Lawrence, KS, David Cox (Teuka) of Topeka, KS and Deborah D'Orvilliers (Sheldon Pokorney) of Lawrence, KS; 2 sisters, Lousie A. Bickford of Holton, KS and Evelyn Vincent (Bob) of Lyndon, KS; 3 brothers, George Basel of Abilene, KS, Harlan Basel of Gainesville, FL and Walt Basel (Nancy) of Lincoln, NE; 3 sisters-in-law, Evah Basel of DeSoto, KS, Dorothy Basel of Holton, KS and Marceil Basel of Arizona; 15 grandchildren; 25 grand-children and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral Service will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Burial will follow at the Holton Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Dorothy will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be given to the Holton V.F.W. Post 1367 Auxiliary or American Cancer Society 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.

Sharon Ann (Fund) Heiman, 81, of Wetmore, KS passed away on April 23 at her home. She was born July 17, 1943 in Sabetha, KS, the daugher of Harold and Marthal (Hawley) Fund.

Sharon graduated from Goff High School in 1961. After graduating, she married Rex Shumaker. Though this relationship was not permanent, they had 3 children together who they adored. Sharon later married Lambert Heiman, who proceeded her in death.

Sharon was also proceeded in death by her parents, Harold and Marthal Fund; brothers Larry Fund and Roy Fund, in-laws Betty Fund and Larry Rilinger.

While raising her children, Sharon worked at D & J Cafe in Goff for 18 years. During those later years, she also worked at the Goff Post Office as day support relief for 6 years. Sharon later found her true calling when she started working at Nemaha County Training Center for 20+ years. She worked with "the most amazing group of friends you could ever work with".

Sharon was a member of the the St. James Catholic Church in Wetmore.

Survivors include her 3 children, David Shumaker (Sharon) of Wetmore, Stacey Bever (Jeff) of Lenexa, and Janelle Shumaker-Walters (Matt) of Wamego; 2 sisters, her twin Karen McClaskey (Mike) of Hoyt, Nancy Rilinger of Goff, 2 brothers, Alan Fund (Brenda) of Topeka, Dennis Fund (Mary Beth) of Wamego. She was blessed with many grandchildren; Alex Ashcraft (Jordan), Kyle Shumaker (Brooke), Kevin Shumaker (Addie Osterhaus), Jossie Shumaker, Abby Shumaker (Jaydon Winans), Kurt Shumaker, Jack Bever, Chris Bever, Emma Bever, Nichole Miller (Brock), Brianna Schmitz (Ethan). Her most recent blessings were her great grandchildren; Kannon, Krew, Koe, Bodhi, Briggs, Easton, Levi, and baby S to arrive in May.
Rosaries will be Sunday, April 27 at 2pm and 7pm at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

The mass of Christian Burial will be Monday, April 28 at 10:30am at St. James Catholic Church. Burial will be at the Fairview Cemetery in Goff. Per Sharon's request, please wear bright and happy colors.

Memorials in Sharon's honor may be given to Best Life Community Services (formerly known as Nemaha County Training Center) or Jackson County Humane Society c/o Lauer Funeral Home 212 S. 4th St, Seneca, KS 66538. Lauer Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .

Gregory John Delzeit, 73, of Highland, Kansas passed away Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the Wathena Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

Greg was born on March 9, 1952, in Hiawatha, Kansas to Francis and Nadine (Richter) Delzeit.

He graduated from Wathena High School in 1970. Greg then attended Highland Community College and played defensive end for the Scottie football team in 1970-1971. He earned his bachelor's degree from Fort Hays State University in Health, Physical Education and Recreation and Social Studies. Greg also completed his master's degree in Secondary Administration at Northwest Missouri State University. Greg taught and coached high school football, basketball and track at Gorham, Kansas ('75-'76), South Harrison, Missouri ('76-'78), Centralia, Missouri ('78-'79), and Horton, Kansas ('80-'81). In 1982, Greg was hired as Defensive Coordinator for the Highland Scottie football program where he served 23 years. During those first 23 years of service to HCC, Greg also served two seasons as the Head Track Coach and three years as the Intramural Director while also teaching and advising as a member of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Faculty. In 1996, Greg earned the title of Assistant Head Coach. In 2004 Greg became the Athletic Director for Highland Community College, where he served until his retirement in 2016. In 2008 Greg received the Bryce Roderick Award for outstanding service to the Kansas Jayhawk Conference and Region VI. Greg served on the HCC Alumni Board and was a former city council member in Highland, KS. He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church in Hiawatha, KS.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include, siblings, Mary Fagerquist (Larry) and Doris Delzeit.
Nephew, Charlie Fagerquist (Bethanie), Nieces, Jodi Francis (Jeff) and Jill Morrison (John).
Many great nieces and great nephews.

Funeral Mass: 10:00 A.M. Saturday, April 26, 2025, at St Joseph's Catholic Church in Wathena, Kansas.
Rosary: 5:30 P.M. Friday evening at the Harman-Rohde Funeral Home in Wathena, Kansas, with visitation to follow until 8:00 P.M.
Burial: Mount Calvary Cemetery, Wathena, Kansas.
Memorials: NEK Hospice or the Greg Delzeit Athletic Scholarship Fund.
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George Anthony Trompeter, 74, of Cummings, KS died on Monday, April 21, 2025, at St. Luke's Hospice House, Kansas City, MO.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, April 29th, 2025, at St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Atchison, KS with Fr. Meinrad Miller, OSB as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Patrick's Cemetery. A parish rosary will be recited at 6:30 pm on Monday, April 28th, followed by visitation until 8:00 at the Becker-Dyer-Stanton Funeral Home. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Benedict's School Endowment or St. Patrick's Cemetery and may be sent in care of the funeral home.
Condolences to the family may be left online at www.beckerdyer.com.

George was born on May 26th, 1950, in Atchison, KS the son of John J. and Helen (McCourt) Trompeter. He attended St. Patrick's Grade School and graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1968. George attended the NEKS Vocational School studying Automotive Repair. He worked in many various body shops and later earned an Associate of Arts degree in Business from the Kansas City Community College.
He owned and operated with his brother's Tom and Dave the Trompeter Brothers Auto Body Repair Shop in Grandview, MO. Following his mother's death George returned back to the family farm and helped on the farm and as a care giver for his brother Gary and his father. George was a member of the St. Patrick's Catholic Church and enjoyed sports and watching movies.

George will be missed by his family as everyone in his big family got along with and enjoyed spending time with him. He is survived by six brothers, Ed (Debbie) Trompeter, Atchison, KS, Tom ( Sheyda ) Trompeter, Overland Park, KS, Dave Trompeter, Gardner, KS, Mark ( Michele ) Trompeter, Lawrence, KS, Stephen ( Julie ) Trompeter, Kansas City, MO, and Kenny (Sandy) Trompeter, Atchison, KS., and two sisters, Joanne Trompeter (Joy), Lenexa, KS, and Nancy (Daryl) Kravitz, Shawnee, KS, and numerous nieces and nephews.
His parents, brother Gary Trompeter, and nephew Joe Trompeter preceded him in death.

Jon Lee Moore, 83, passed away on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca, Kansas, after a courageous battle with cancer for eleven years.

Jon was born on January 30, 1942, to Tyberous Moore and Frances Moore in York County, Virginia. He served in the United States Air Force from 1961 to 1966 and was stationed in Thailand and Cambodia. He was a member of the SAC AF Base refueling regiment, where his job entailed refueling B-47 aircraft.

Jon married Ruth Ann Parker in 1966, and they were blessed with three children, Scott, Adam, and Kimberly. The couple later divorced. On November 2, 2013, Jon married Marjean Severin, and they made their home in Seneca. Jon had a true passion for golf, which was his favorite hobby, and he also enjoyed spending time with friends on the golf course.

Jon was preceded in death by his son, Adam Moore, and his two brothers, Billy Moore and Steven Moore.

Jon is survived by his wife, Marjean Moore of Seneca; his son, Scott (Carolyn) Moore; his daughter, Kimberly (Chad) Rafoth; his seven grandchildren, Sydney Moore, Alex (Alexander) Vest, Ashley Vest, Amber (Gage) Wiser, Brandon Rafoth, Matthew Rafoth, and Caroline Rafoth; his two sisters, Beverly Booth and Esther Cox; and his niece, Lisa Moore.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. at the Popkess Memorial Chapel in Seneca. Following the memorial service, military honors will be conducted by the Seneca VFW Post 7458 and the American Legion Post 21 at the Spring Creek Golf Course in Seneca. The family wishes to invite everyone attending the services to lunch at the Spring Creek Golf Course Clubhouse following the services. Popkess Memorial Chapel, 814 Castle Street, Seneca, Kansas, is helping the family with arrangements. Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com

Doris Eileen Wenzl 84, of Pawnee City, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025 at Colonial Acres in Humboldt, Nebraska with her family by her side. She was born June 5, 1940 to Albert and Mabel (Macha) Tegtmeier in Pawnee City, Nebraska.

Survived by her chidden, Alison Haug of Geneva, NE, Terry A. Wenzl of Omaha, NE and Grant Wenzl of Pawnee City, NE

Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 a.m., Thursday, April 24, 2025 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, Steinauer, Nebraska. With Father Michael Christensen and Father Anthony Bedienrt officiating. Visitation on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 9 a.m.to 5:00 p.m., at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska, with family greet friends from 3-5 p.m. Rosary at St. Anthony's Catholic Church at 7:00 p.m.,Wednesday, April 24. Interment at St. Anthony's Catholic Cemetery, Steinauer, Nebraska. Memorial to family choice for a later destination. Online condolence may be left www, wherrymortuary.com.

Richard "Dickie" Weaver, 75, of Falls City, NE, passed away April 17, 2025 at Lincoln, NE. He was born October 20, 1949 at Gridley, CA to Oland Gay and Mary Alice (Lowery) Weaver.

Dickie was raised in California. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U. S. Army and served in Vietnam. Following his honorable discharge, he returned to California and worked with his father. He moved to Falls City in the 70's where he worked in the oil fields. He moved around a few places before settling in Falls City and has lived there since 1983.

Dickie is survived by his sons, Jeremia of Grants Pass, OR, Reilous of Denver, CO, brother, Bill of Falls City, sisters, Sandy Weaver of California, Connie Bartlett of Indiana and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers and a sister and a son, Zacharia.

Mr. Weaver has been cremated and services will be held at a later date.

Larry C. Ebel, 83, of Falls City, NE, passed away on April 16th, 2025, in Falls City. He was born October 27th, 1941, in Falls City to Lawrence and Eleanor (Kahlbau) Ebel.

He married Cheryl "Tootie" Willits on June 24th, 1962, in Falls City, where they established their home and raised their family.

Larry served as a member of the Nebraska National Guard.

Larry was raised in rural Falls City and attended Falls City High School. Following his schooling, he farmed with his father and drove a mail truck part-time on the Star Route for the postal service. In 1966 he began delivering feed for O.A. Cooper Company until the company closed in 2004. Later the same year he took over a mail route delivering for G & Z Trucking, which he enjoyed until he retired. His favorite pastimes were hunting, fishing, playing cards, reading, watching QVC and cooking shows. And most of all, giving his grandchildren a hard time.

Larry is survived by his wife Cheryl "Tootie" of Falls City; Children Sandy Anno and her husband Dwaine Jr., Sherry Aitken and her husband David, Bob and his wife Stephanie, and Jeffery and his significant other Becky Littrel, all of Falls City; Sisters Carol Dodds and her husband Ron, Shirley Ebel, and Linda Ebel, all of Falls City, Sister-In Law Zita Ebel of Lincoln, NE, and Sharon Polson and her husband Delvin of Wymore, NE; Grandchildren Kristen (Eugene) Larsen, Katy (Woody) Klinger, Kassie (Jason) Stanley, Zach Baker, Rachel (Nathan) Murdoch, Nick Aitken, Tyler, Dillon, Zoe, Aiden and Zane Ebel, Thomas Aitken, Molly and Zavier Ebel; Great-grandchildren Evelyn Murdoch, Mason Simpson, Hadleigh, Hunter, and Haylen Stanley, Eliza Murdoch, Joel Baker, and Erison Murdoch; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was proceeded in death by his parents; brothers Ronald Joseph and Gene; and nephew Cody Jones.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, at 10:30 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Reverend Fay Ann Blaylock officiating. Inurnment will be Steele Cemetery following the service.

There will be no viewing or visitation. Friends are welcome to sign the guest registry during regular business hours at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, family requests memorials for family choice.

Katherine "Kathy" Louise Stehlik, 78, of Pawnee City, Nebraska passed away on Sunday, April 13, 2025 at her home with her family by her side. She was born on August 30, 1946 in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana to Lawrence and Ada (Carline) Crowson.

Memorial services 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2025 at the First Presbyterian Church/First Christian Church, Pawnee City, Nebraska with Pastor Howard Blecha officiating. The service will also be live-streamed for those who are unable to attend on the Wherry Mortuary Facebook page.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family greeting friends from 6-8 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2025 at the Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska.

Inurnment will be at a later date at the Czech National Cemetery, rural Humboldt, Nebraska. Memorials to family's choice. Services are entrusted to Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska.

Gerald Ernest "Jerry" Falk, known by many of his friends as Doc, passed away on April 17, 2025, at his home.

Mass of Christian burial will be on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Atchison. Burial will follow in Alderson Cemetery in Good Intent. A rosary will begin at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 21st with visitation to follow until 7:00 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Memorials may be left to the Alderson Cemetery or the Atchison County Historical Society. Funeral care has been entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Jerry was born on February 8, 1947, in Horton, KS, the son of Francis Ernest Falk and Genevieve Catherine (Keimig) Falk. The Falk family moved to Good Intent when Jerry was a toddler and he made his life in this community. He attended Good Intent School for all eight years and was a graduate of Atchison County Community High School in 1965.
Jerry married Janis Carol Roloff on August 10, 1974, at St. Joseph Catholic Church and they celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary last year.
Jerry was a lifelong farmer and loved life on the farm. He was the fourth generation to farm the Keimig home place, where he and Jan made a home. He raised crops, hay, hogs, cattle and daughters. He was known for his strong ethic of hard work and morals. He also pushed snow for Jim Watowa and worked in the maintenance department at Mount St. Scholastica. He spent his free time fishing, mushroom hunting, deer hunting, butchering meat for the family, gardening and raising sweet corn and watching westerns, but was especially known for his time spent visiting with his neighbors and very carefully navigating the roads at his own speed, in his later years.

He is survived by his loving wife of the home, Jan Falk; two daughters, Jeanne (Adam) Jones of St. Francis, KS, Joyce (Brandon) Shirley of Horton, KS; his sister, Dorothy (Gilbert) Watowa of Atchison; his brother, Bill (Becky) Falk of Atchison; his brother-in-law, Rick Roloff of Atchison; and his four beloved grandsons, Clayton, Colton, Emmett and August Shirley.

He was preceded in death by his parents, in-laws Roy Roloff Sr and Hazel Roloff, sister-in-law Mary Jane Roloff and sister-in-law Dodie Falk.

Virginia G. Sanders, 94, of Seneca Ks, passed away on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at Life Care Center of Seneca where she had lived for the past five years.

She was born on August 5th, 1930 to Henry and Emma Roeder Stuke in Seneca, Ks. She attended Seneca Public High School, graduating with the Class of 1948. She married Raymond B. Sanders on June 22nd, 1948 in Seneca.

She was a stay-at-home Mom while they owned and operated Sanders Auto Body Shop. In the summers they custom combined wheat and milo from Oklahoma to South Dakota. They also owned and operated the Ford dealership on West Hwy 36 in Seneca from 1955 until 1966.

Over the years Virginia was also employed by Crestview Manor in the laundry department, Nemaha Valley High School as a cook and Country View Estates Care Home (now Life Care Center) as a Certified Nurse's Aide, retiring from there in 2000 after 20 years of service.

Virginia loved going to auctions to buy antiques. She started collecting vintage glassware and pieces of oak furniture that she would restore to their former beauty. Her hobby turned into a business when they opened Sanders Antiques which was located in their home in Seneca from 1974 until 1985.
Virginia was a devout Catholic and a lifetime member of Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church. She prayed for her children and their families. They meant everything to her.

She was proceeded in death by her husband, Raymond, December 14th, 2000, her sister Esther Holthaus (Oddie,) son-in-law Lee Horton, (Deborah) a daughter Deborah Horton and daughter-in-law Glenda Sanders (David).

Survivors include sons, Daniel (Mary) Sanders of Topeka, David Sanders of Topeka; daughters, Sheryl (Jerry) Huerter of Lecompton, Ks, Julie Boeding of Seneca, sister Jeanette Pinzino of Seneca; 11 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; and one great-great-grandson.

A rosary will be prayed at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church on Tuesday, April 22nd at 10:30 AM followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at11:00 AM. She will be laid to rest next to her husband Raymond in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery.

Memorials for Virginia will be designated at a later date. To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .

Margaret Irene Newhart Haug, 62, of Seneca died on Thursday, April 17, 2025 at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital, of complication of Ovarian Cancer, with her husband by her side.

Maggie was born on December 17, 1962, in Montrose, Pennsylvania, to John and Anita (Ervine) Newhart. She was raised in the close-knit community of Lawton, Pennsylvania, and graduated from Elk Lake High School in 1980.
Following graduation, Maggie moved to Palm Springs, California, where she began working at Eisenhower Medical Center. She dedicated many years to her work there before relocating to Seneca, Kansas, in 2004.

On November 31, 2005, Maggie married the love of her life, Gerard "Jerry" Haug, in Seneca. She worked at the Big B until its closure, after which she was employed at Ray's Apple Market. She remained there until 2020, when health issues related to cancer made it too difficult for her to continue working.

Maggie had a joyful spirit and a love for life's simple pleasures. She enjoyed browsing garage sales, attending auctions, and hunting for treasures in thrift stores. She enjoyed collecting and selling books.

Maggie was preceded in death by her parents, John and Anita Newhart, and brothers, Daryl Newhart and Roger Newhart.

Maggie is survived by her husband, Jerry, of the home; a step-son, Jeremy (Mandi) Haug of Sabetha; a sister, Eileen (Robert) Brostoski of Belleville, Illinois; a brother, John (Allison) Newhart of LeRaysville, Pennsylvania; two grandchildren, Aalexxus and Preslei Haug; and a great granddaughter, Sawyer Mullin.

The family will visit with family and friends on Monday, April 21, 2025 from 6-7 P/M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. Funeral Services will be on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 2 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.
Memorials can be given in Maggie's memory to be Coins For A Cause, and sent in care of the family.

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

David Wilton Waggoner, 77, of White Cloud, Kansas, passed away at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas, April 15, 2025 surrounded by family.

David was born May 14, 1947 in Highland, to Max and Mary Jane Baker Waggoner. He went to school in White Cloud, and Highland.

David married Deborah Blanton of White Cloud. They have been married 60 years. They lived and raised their family in White Cloud.

David is survived by his wife Debby of the home, children: Shawn (Kelly) Waggoner of Eagle, Nebraska, Kevin (Bobbi) Waggoner of Hiawatha, Steven (Sonya) Waggoner of White Cloud, Staci (Brad) Scott of Hiawatha and grandson Brittain Waggoner of the home, along with 11 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Surviving also are his siblings: Dixie (Bill deceased) Rayburn of Worthington, Indiana, Jerry (Donna) Waggoner of Troy, Kansas, Peggy (Mike deceased) Shores of Kearney, Missouri, Harold (Gaynelle) Waggoner of Franklin, Indiana, Ronnie (Tina) Waggoner of Falls City, Nebraska, Sandy Waggoner of Wathena, Kansas, with many nieces and nephews

David worked at the Chevy Garage in Hiawatha, Whitaker Cable Co in St. Joseph, Missouri and the Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska the last 20 years until his retirement.

David enjoyed working on cars, he also enjoyed mowing and yard work. He enjoyed visiting with his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
David's favorite thing to do was grabbing sandwiches and going to Hiawatha Lake and watching the geese with the love of his life wife Debby.

A celebration of David's life is planned for 2 p.m. Monday, April 21, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland. Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl will officiate.

Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Monday where the family will meet that afternoon from 1-2 prior to service.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the David Waggoner Memorial Fund sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 33, Highland 66035.
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George J. Mattson, 59, of Hiawatha, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Survivors include his wife Gay Ann Mattson, brother Daniel (DJ) Breeden; niece Jacqueline (Jackie) Ross; three step-sons: Marshall Welch, Russell Welch, Trevor Welch; 5 grandchildren; 2 step-grandchildren, two dogs and two cats, along with many beloved families and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents Janos and Erika Losonszky.
George's work history included working as a commercial plumber, draftsman for Evergy, Wertenberger Trucking, Brock and Associates, York Manufacturing and KDOT. He also was a storm chaser for Riley County, Kansas.

When he wasn't working, he was busy with his hobbies: amateur radio operator, foosball, and on call for the storm chasers of Riley County. George studied Martial Arts since he was a teen until he physically could not.

George was a military brat, was born at Heidelberg, Germany and became a US Citizen at the age of 12. George loved being a US citizen and adamant supporter of The Constitution, the Amendments, and the Federalist Papers.

A celebration of George's life is planned for Saturday, May 10, at the Hiawatha City Lake north shelter house, by 1 p.m. A pot luck dinner is planned with meats provided.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to America's VetDogs (service dogs for first responders and military) which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Gregory Wilburn, of Atchison, Kansas, died April 15, 2025, at the Amberwell Hospital.

Funeral services will be Saturday, April 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. A visitation with the family will be on Friday, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at St. Patrick's Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to St. Patrick's Cemetery in care of the funeral home.

Greg was born on November 2, 1959, in Kansas City, MO, the son of the late Earl Wilburn and Dorothy (Hundley) Wilburn. He was in the first graduating class of the new Atchison High School in 1977.

Greg was a machinist by trade and worked at several different places, but his true passion was helping at the family farm. The farm brought great joy to his life. He loved spending time with his family, especially the annual Wilburn Family Reunions. He was always so proud of his sons and granddaughters.

He is survived by his sons, Brett Wilburn and Eric Wilburn; his brother, Joseph "Jody" Wilburn and his wife Pam; his sister, Diana Boatright; and his two beloved granddaughters, Isabelle Wilburn and Lucille Wilburn.

Rosalyn Ann Haverkamp Hermesch 90 of Seneca, Kansas passed away April 15, 2025, at Life Care Center of Seneca, Kansas surrounded by her family.

Rosalyn was born on May 17, 1934 on a farm north of Kelly, Kansas, as the daughter of Lawrence and Matilda (Holthaus) Haverkamp. Rosalyn grew up alongside her 2 sisters and 3 brothers. She attended St. Bede's Schools in Kelly and graduated from high school in 1952. Following graduation, she worked as a cook at St. Bede's School.

During a high school dance, Rosalyn met the love of her life, Fred Hermesch. On June 17, 1953 they were united in marriage at St. Bede's Catholic Church in Kelly and to this union three sons and a daughter were born.

As newlyweds they lived in Kansas City while she worked at Hallmark. However, their hearts remained in Nemaha County, and in 1954, they returned home settling on Fred's home place.

In 1956, they purchased a farm NE of Kelly where they farmed and operated a Grade "A" Dairy for 47 years and raised their family before moving to Seneca in 2002. The couple celebrated 54 years of marriage before Fred's death on October 27, 2007.

Throughout her life, Rosalyn embraced hard work and lived out her vocation as a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She played an active part in the farm and dairy operation, often brightening long days in the fields with her homemade treats and refreshing drinks. She loved supporting her children and grandchildren in their activities, and treasured time spent with family and friends.

Rosalyn was an active member at St. Bede's Church, serving as a lay minister and as President of the Altar Society. She was actively involved in the community, belonging to W&W Club, Friendly Neighbors Unit, Seneca Hospital Pitch Club, and active with the Seneca Bloodmobile as a volunteer and donor. She was instrumental in getting the Kelly 4-H Club started and spent countless hours at local nursing homes, bringing joy to residents through card games and companionship. Rosalyn also enjoyed years of bowling and had a passion for embroidery, creating beautiful tea towels, quilt blocks and pillowcases for her family. She enjoyed traveling to visit relatives across the US and Germany, yet found the greatest joy in welcoming loved ones into her home with warmth and hospitality. Her legendary homemade cinnamon rolls and love for hosting family gatherings will always be fondly remembered.

She was preceded in death by her devoted husband Fred, loving parents Lawrence and Matilda Haverkamp, brothers Clete and Lynn Haverkamp, and sister Armella Freeman.

She is survived by her children Wayne (D'Ann) Hermesch of Seneca, Brenda (Mike) Bergman of Topeka, Keith (Deb) Hermesch of Seneca, and Max (Diane) Hermesch of Sabetha. Ten Grandchildren: Jason (Allison) Hermesch, Jaci (Ryan) Riddle, Emily (Matt) Stuever, Katie (Cole) Carver, Brent (Elizabeth) Bergman, Michelle (Kevin) Grose, Paula (Phil) Sanders, Eric (Jamie) Hermesch, Dana (Darrick) Hoffer and Brianna Hermesch. Twenty-nine Great Grandchildren: Ty, Cole, Matilda & Elsie Hermesch, Emma, Alex, Evan, & Adam Riddle, Madison, Allie, Katelyn and Gabe Stuever, Blakely, Kennedy, Kamden & Jordyn Carver, Aden and Kali Bergman, Leyton and Landry Grose, Oscar, Grey and Julia Sanders & Fredric, Clare and Jay Hermesch, Dane, Duke and Dani Hoffer. Siblings Connie (Steve) Koelzer of White City, KS, brother Larry (Lucille) Haverkamp of Berryton, KS, Sister-n-law Marcina Haverkamp of Seneca, KS and many nieces and nephews.

Her love and legacy will live on in every embroidery stitch, every pitch game played with a smile, and every sweet bite of a cinnamon roll.

Rosaries will be on Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025 at 3 & 7 P.M. at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 AM Monday, April 21, 2025 at St. Bede's Catholic Church in Kelly. Burial will be in the church cemetery.

Memorials can be given in Rosalyn's memory to the Kelly Heritage Fund and/or Best Life Community Services (Formerly NCTC), and sent in care of the family.

Harmon Leroy Rash, 71, of Holton, KS wanted it to be known that he died on April 15, 2025 in Topeka, KS, as a result of being bullheaded and raising cane for more than seven decades. He enjoyed Coors Light, whiskey, hunting, fishing, muscle cars, bowling and most of all the flock of women at the casino because of his beard. He joked and teased about adoring the ladies and the ladies adoring him.

Harmon was born ornery on June 4, 1953 in Holton, KS, the son of Glen Leroy and Doris Jane (Fernkopf) Rash.

He graduated from Holton High School in 1971. Right out of high school, Harmon went to work for BMB/Alamo Group, he worked for over 35 years and retired when they closed in 2006. He was also a lifelong farmer and stockman.

Harmon was a member of Circleville Methodist Church and served as President and Caretaker of the Circleville Cemetery for 16 years. He was a former member of Holton Country Club, Circleville Saddle Club and a local bowling league. In his younger years, he was a pretty good baseball player and he loved fast-pitch softball in the summers.

Harmon married the love of his life, Debra Irene Schreiber on April 6, 1973 in Netawaka, KS; loving referring to her as "Schreiber" for over 52 years.

Survivors include his patient and loving wife, Deb of the home; daughter, Micah Moore (Justin); son, Austin Rash (Nikki) and honorary son Ryan Childs all of Circleville, KS; brother, Michael Rash (Kay) of Circleville, KS and 6 grandchildren, Mark Mavrovich, Jarrett-Wayne Moore, Kassidy Moore and Ava, Alexa and Bennett Rash.

Arriving at the Pearly Gates before him, were his parents, Glen and Doris Rash and a brother, Robert William Rash.

Harmon was renowned for his humor, not holding back his opinion and a knack for telling it like it was. He always told you the truth even if it was not what you wanted to hear. He was also known for his work ethic and the principle that hard work is worthy of a reward. He had a heart of gold and always willing to help others. Harmon also taught his kids to not judge a book by its cover and to treat people the way you want to be treated.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Holton. Family will greet friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Monday evening at the funeral home. Harmon will lie in state from 9:00 - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025. Burial will be at a later date at Circleville Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the Circleville Cemetery 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.

Paul James Heath, aged 71, of Burchard, NE, passed away on April 15, 2025, at CHI Health St. Elizabeth, Lincoln, NE.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 20, from 2-8 p.m. at Kinsley Mortuary in Marysville. The family will be present to receive friends from 4-6 p.m.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 21, 2025, at Kinsley Mortuary. Pastor Clayton Lundstedt will officiate.

Burial will follow at the Summerfield Cemetery, Summerfield, KS.

A memorial fund has been established and will be designated later. Contributions may be sent in care of Kinsley Mortuary, P.O. Box 147, Marysville, KS 66508.

Dollie Mae (Wisdom) Liebsch, 97, entered into heaven on April 15, 2025 at her home in Rockaway Beach, MO. Dollie was born November 3, 1927 in Salem, Nebraska. She is one of six children born to Vessie and Tressie (Halbert) Wisdom.

She married the love of her life, Otto Max Liebsch. She was a good wife and mother to her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She loved to work in her garden and grow flowers. She was a member of the Bacon of Hope Church in Rockaway Beach. Her favorite verse was Psalm 23 and her favorite sone was the Old Rugged Cross. Dollie loved the Lord and loved serving the Lord.

Dollie was preceded in death by her parents, Vessie and Tressie, brothers, Vernon, Jim, Bill, Buster and Dewey, husband, Otto Max Liebsch, granddaughter, Dawn Renee (Liebsch) Overstreet and a son, Larry Ray Liebsch, Sr. Her presence, winsome and love will be deeply missed by her daughters, Sherry (Liebsch) McKinchan of Rockaway Beach and Nancy (Liebsch) Gordan of Kansas City, MO, grandchildren, Gene McKinchan, Scott Gordon, Cody Gordon and Larry Liebsch Jr. and great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by all.

Her funeral will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home with Lauri Beach officiating. Interment will be in Steele Cemetery.

The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at Dorr and Clark Funeral Home.

Wanda B. Scholz, 96, Doniphan, Kansas, died Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at her residence.

Funeral Service will be Friday, April 18th, at 10:30 A.M. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Doniphan Cemetery. A visitation will begin at 9:30 A.M. until time of service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Doniphan Cemetery, Amberwell Hospice or St. Jude Children's Hospital and may be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Wanda was born October 23, 1928, in Cummings, Kansas, the daughter of Allen and Belle (Hartman) Guinn. She attended Cummings Elementary School and later Potter High School in Potter, Kansas.

On November 18, 1945, she married Leonard H. Scholz, at St. John's Church in Doniphan, Kansas. Mr. Scholz preceded her in death on April 16, 2003.

She enjoyed cooking, sewing, being outside and working in her yard. Wanda was a very strong and independent woman. She was no stranger to hard times and heartache throughout her life, yet she persevered and found joy in life's little things, including family and friends. Her hard work ethic kept her young and she remained independent until recent months. She loved driving to town, socializing, shopping and getting her hair done.

Survivors include, a son, Terry (Denene) Scholz, Atchison, KS, a daughter, Donna (Ron) Erpelding, Atchison, KS, seven grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren and three great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, two sons, Jimmy Scholz, Jerry Scholz, a brother, Stanley Guinn, two sisters, Marian Scott and Beulah Milton.

Jeffrey David "Andy" Anderson, age 68, of Doniphan County, Kansas, died April 13, 2025, at his home.

Funeral Service will be Saturday, April 19th, at 11:00 a.m. at the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Doniphan Cemetery. A visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with a rosary to precede the service at 10:45 a.m. at the funeral home. In honor of his nieces and nephews, memorials are suggested to Children's Mercy Hospital or Boys Town in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Andy was born on December 13, 1956, in Atchison, Kansas, the son of Joseph J. Anderson and Mildred (Thompson) Anderson. He attended Doniphan Elementary, Troy Junior High and Troy High School.

Andy worked construction in Atchison, reconstructing homes and roofing and loved to spend time working on the farm. He spent countless hours volunteering his time to assist in the reconstruction of the Doniphan Oratory. He enjoyed nature, gardening, hunting and fishing and bird watching. He truly enjoyed spending time with and raising his dogs, Moses and Eli.

He is survived by his siblings, Joe R. Anderson (Jovita), Jerry Anderson (Charlotte), Lisa Smith (Tim); sister-in-law, Itsy Anderson; and his many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Mike Anderson.

Shirley Mae (Olson) Brunner was taken from us on Friday, April 11, 2025, at the age of 87 to go to her reward. Shirley was born on May 10, 1937, in Horton, Kansas to Carl and Mildred (Ross) Olson.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Charles, three sons, Timothy (Catarina) of Topeka, Eric (Tracie) of Belleville, Kansas, and Scott (Tanya) Brunner of Topeka. Shirley was blessed with seven grandchildren: McKenzie (Joe), Ryan (Madeleine), Evan, Allyson, Carl, Leyton, and Jayden, one great grandson Henry Scott, and two sisters-in-law Joyce Cibulski and Pat Olson. Shirley was preceded in death by two brothers, Richard as an infant and Raymond, as well as two brothers-in-law, Dave Lindberg and Paul Cibulski.

She grew up north of Willis, Kansas as a farm girl. Through 4-H and helping on the farm, she and her brother Raymond took their Guernsey Heifer on the road, showing her skills to several fairs and dairy shows all through the year.

Shirley attended three different one room Grade Schools and then attended Horton High School, graduating with the class of 1955. She and Raymond rode their pony, Tiny, to school when they were young and later had a 1935 Chevrolet Coupe to drive to school. She advanced to the driver after Raymond graduated high school, and she packed the neighbor kids in to make the daily route to school. After high school, Shirley moved to Topeka to attend Clark's School of Business, studying to be a clerk-typist. She completed the program in 1956 and went on to work at Southwestern Bell for ten years. During those years at Clark's and Bell, she would always make it back to Horton on weekends.

Shirley's friends, George and Britta Kelly, introduced her to Charles Brunner, and they married on September 17, 1966. Shirley, Charles and their three sons lived in the Shawnee Heights area throughout their marriage. When their boys were in school, she worked at the Shawnee Heights Elementary School lunchroom. She also worked for the State of Kansas during tax season and helped her sister-in-law, Pat Olson, with a traveling clothes sales business for local nursing homes. She worked many years for Hallmark Cards setting up card displays, making several lifelong friendships with the gals she worked with.

Charles and Shirley visited all 50 states on bus, car, and plane trips. She loved cars (new ones) and famously bought a new one every few years. She kept a list of the dozens of cars she owned and an album with photos of each. She was meticulous in keeping them clean. Shirley was a faithful reader of the Horton Headlight on Fridays (most of the time.) Everything stopped until she had read the newspaper from front to back to see who was in the news that week. Above all, she was a dedicated mother, homemaker, grandmother, and wife. Shirley was famous for the banana bread she made for her grandchildren. She led the family in making lefse (a Norwegian flatbread) every year at Thanksgiving and Christmas. Her family dinners and angel food cakes were something everyone cherished.

Cremation has taken place. Honorary pallbearers are Tim Brunner, Eric Brunner, Scott Brunner, Ryan Brunner, Evan Brunner, Carl Brunner, Leyton Brunner, Dave Olson, and Todd Olson.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Thursday, April 17, 2025, at Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. A graveside service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, April 19, 2025, in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Everest, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Zion Lutheran Church, 1521 Prairie Road, Everest, Kansas 66424, or to Midland Hospice Care, 200 SW Frazier Circle, Topeka, Kansas 66606.

M. Carlene Andrew, formerly of Auburn, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025, in Lincoln.

Survivors include her children and their spouses Richard and Jane Andrew of Auburn, Mark and Beth Andrew of Lincoln, Cindy and Mike O'Donnell of Lincoln, Lisa and Doug Zwiers of Broomfield, CO; grandchildren Bryce (Lisa), Luke, and Evan Andrew, Nick (Michelle), Jordan (Alicia), Darin, and Carin Andrew, Ian (Kristen) Vice, Andrew and William Zwiers; 11 great-grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

A funeral service will be held Friday, April 18, 10:30 a.m. at Hemmingsen Funeral Home in Auburn. Burial will follow in the Nemaha Cemetery at Nemaha.

Memorials are suggested to the Auburn Rescue Squad.

Services are entrusted to Hemmingsen Funeral Home of Auburn.

Lonnie E. Blevins, 55, of Falls City was born on July 30, 1969, in Humboldt, Nebraska. He was the youngest of 8 children born to Frederick Jr. and Lillie (West) Blevins. Lonnie was raised in Falls City where he attended public school. He graduated from Falls City High School with the class of 1987. While in high school, Lonnie was an outstanding athlete, especially in football. Shortly after graduating high school, he moved to Emporia, Kansas and worked for IBP and MODINES. One of Lonnie's greatest joys while living in Emporia was joining the Jaycees' and volunteering at the Kansas Jaycees' Cerebral Palsy Ranch.

Lonnie cherished and loved his family and the time over the years shared together. He was a loving brother and dear friend who was willing to help anyone at any time. Lonnie was an avid football fan as well. He loved his Nebraska Cornhusker and Dallas Cowboys football teams and had a passion for mentoring youth in football. Lonnie enjoyed being outdoors, collecting guns, visiting the Amish Community in Jamesport, Missouri, and playing Bingo on Wednesdays with his close friends. Lonnie lived in Falls City most of his life and entered hospice care at his sister's home in Falls City. It was there that he passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, surrounded by his loving sisters and his dearest friend and beloved dog, Ruger. He was preceded in death by his parents, sisters: Charlotte Sue Blevins and Trudy Nissen, and his nephew Preston Twitty.

Lonnie is survived by his brother Fred Blevins III and wife Paula of Savannah, MO; sisters: Lillie VanWey and husband Randy of Dawson, NE; Trish Tackett of Beatrice, NE; Starlyn Ramsey and husband Dan of Dawson, NE; Rosa Windle and husband Scott of Falls City, NE; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at the Church of the Nazarene, 1812 Wilson Street in Falls City, Nebraska with Pastor Dan Farley officiating.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at the Hall Funeral Home, 2403 Harlan Street in Falls City. Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.

Interment will be at the Prairie Union Cemetery in rural Shubert, Nebraska.

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

Condolences can be shared online at www.hallfuneral.net

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

Galen Joseph Steinlage, 91 departed this life, and joined our Lord and Savior on April 9, 2025, at Life Care Center of Seneca in Seneca, Kansas.

Galen was born on March 28, 1934, in rural Centralia, Kansas, the second child of Joe and Mary (Brokamp) Steinlage.

Galen lived his entire life in Nemaha County, Kansas. He attended St. Bede's Catholic Church in Kelly, Kansas, and the Kelly school. He operated the family farm and worked the land that he loved dearly, alongside his father and brother, Emmett. Galen proudly served his country in the United States Army Corps from 1954 to 1956. After returning home, he continued to farm and raise cattle and other livestock. Galen especially liked horses and enjoyed rounding up cattle for people. Galen drove the Kelly school bus, worked for the Illinois Township driving a patrol car, and served as the Illinois Township Treasurer for 22 years. He was also a member of the sheriff's reserve during the 1980s.

In 1989, he was united in marriage to Sharon (Shaffer) Walrod, and they made their home in Corning, Kansas. While he continued to farm, Galen also opened a small repair shop where he worked on lawnmowers, welded, and fixed everything brought into the shop. He enjoyed the work, but he especially enjoyed visiting with everyone who came by the shop.
In 1992, Galen ran for and was elected County Commissioner of the 2nd district in Nemaha County. He enjoyed working with and for the people in his district. Galen held this position for 16 years before he retired in 2008. In 2009, he and Sharon moved to Seneca, Kansas. Galen was a longtime member of the American Legion Post 37 of Corning, the Nemaha County Recycling Center, and the Corning Trinity United Methodist Church.

Galen lived and practiced a true Christian life, always ready and willing to help his fellow man. He always saw the best in everyone. Galen loved being with his family, especially his four great-grandsons, and everything was put on hold when the boys came to visit. They talked about tractors and played ball, and the grandsons rode their tricycles along Third Street while Grandpa kept a close and watchful eye.

Galen was preceded in death by his parents; his two sisters, Joan Ronnebaum and Ruth Richardson; his brother, Emmett Steinlage, his nephews, Mike Ronnebaum and Gregory Richardson; and his granddaughter, Melissa Morgan.

Galen will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his wife, Sharon of Seneca; Debra Morgan of Corning whom he shared the bond of a daughter; his granddaughter, Maggie (Brent) Hunninghake; his four great-grandsons, Kelton, Dempsey, Riggin, and Knox all of Corning; his sister, Cindy Henry of Centralia, Kansas; and his many nieces and nephews.

Galen will lie in state on Sunday, April 13, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Popkess Memorial Chapel in Seneca, Kansas, with a rosary prayed at 6:30 p.m. followed by visitation from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at the Corning Trinity United Methodist Church. Following the service, interment with military honors will be held in the Corning Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Galen kindly requested that memorial contributions be made to the Galen Steinlage Memorial Fund with proceeds designated for those individuals in the community battling cancer, sent in care of the Popkess Memorial Chapel, 814 Castle Street, Seneca, Kansas 66538. Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

June Henrietta Woodruff, 81, of Hiawatha, Kansas formerly of Horton, Kansas, passed away on Monday, April 7, 2025, at her apartment in Hiawatha, Kansas. June was born to Oscar Pederson and Kathrine Jacobson Pederson at the Horton Hospital on April 29, 1943. She lived south of Baker, north of Horton until 1950 when the family moved to the Jacobson farm north of Horton. June attended Baker school until the 7th grade, she then attended school in Willis graduating in the class 1961.

She started her own family on June 7, 1963, at the Horton Christian Church in Horton, Kansas. When she married the love of her life Larry Woodruff, sharing 59 years of marriage until his passing in 2022. They shared two beautiful daughters, Lisa and Lori. They were our pride and joy.

During June's life she worked at the Atland Café, Horton Garment Factory and Pat's Thriftway in Horton, prior to going to work for the Jenson Insurance Agency where she worked for many years until her retirement in 2007. Some of June's hobbies were camping with her family, and she and her husband used to love to go dancing together. Thay also enjoyed going to the casinos.

In December 2023 she found out she had stage 4 lung cancer with only months to live. But our God blessed us with making some extra memories until she went to be with the love of her life Larry.

June is survived by her two daughters, Lisa (Steve) Winter and Lori May. Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren: Karl (Pam) Gaskell; Isabelle, Austin, Owen. Kristie (Cory) Baker; Emaleigh, Josie, Ethan. Chelsie (Jason) Rice; Ryder, Thayer, Sawyer. Lindsey (Ben) Hawk; Harper & Snyder. Sarah; Teigan. Taylor (Daniel); Keenan, Kierah & Isaiah. Sister, Shirley Krebs & Sister-in-law; Norma Pederson and other cousins, nieces and nephews and their families and a special friend, Myrna Russ. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers, Pete Pederson, Norman Pederson and Kenneth Pederson that died as a baby, brother-in-law, Clair Krebs and nephew, Tony Pederson.

Friends may sign the guest book at the Dishon-Maple-Chaney Mortuary in Horton, Kansas. June wanted to be buried on their anniversary so a graveside service for June and Larry Woodruff will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 1:00 P.M. at the Horton Cemetery. Memorials may be made to NEK Hospice or the Missy Newell Cancer fund and may be sent in care of the mortuary

David Louis Rieschick, 77, of Lake Jackson, Texas, passed away on April 3, 2025. He was born on December 6, 1947, in Falls City, Nebraska, to Melvin and Mildred Rieschick.

David grew up on a farm in Nebraska alongside his parents and siblings, where he learned valuable life lessons, discipline, and a strong work ethic that would shape his character throughout his life. He loved playing football in high school, where he displayed his tough physicality, grit, and determination—qualities that remained with him always and were especially evident in his courageous defeat of cancer, which he was first diagnosed with in 1965.

He married Pamela Sue Vaughn of Salem, Nebraska, in 1970, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and mutual support. In 1975, David established a new home and life with Sue in Freeport, Texas, before eventually settling in Lake Jackson in 1981, where they would raise their family and build lasting friendships.

After his move to Texas, David began a career as a contractor in the chemical plants. His drive and determination led him to earn an associate's degree in piping design, and he later retired as a piping designer in 2012.

Following his retirement, David spent much of his time doing what he loved—hunting, traveling back to Nebraska to visit family and lifelong friends, and seeing his grandchildren in many different locations. He was his grandkids' biggest fan, always interested in their growth and keeping up with their sports—whether cheering them on in person or watching via livestream from home. He also enjoyed fixing and building things around the house and was always willing to lend a hand to others with their projects.

David enjoyed spending time with friends and family and had a lifelong passion for hunting, fishing, playing cards and dominoes, and fast cars. He also enjoyed spending time as a homegrown chef, mastering his skills in grilling, barbecuing, as well as in the kitchen—meals that were thoroughly enjoyed by all friends and family. He was also a big fan of Nebraska football, faithfully watching and cheering on the Huskers every game day.

David always had a great sense of humor, a kind heart, and was full of endless knowledge—offering random facts, practical life skills, geography, history, and so much more to anyone who would listen. His presence was comforting, his stories were unforgettable, and his wisdom will be carried on through the many lives he touched.

David is survived by his beloved wife, Sue; his daughter, Melissa, (Brent); his son, Jeremy, (Giselle); his grandchildren, Sierra, Ansley, and Jacob; his sister, Diana Vogt, (Carl), of Camdenton, Missouri; and his sister-in-law, Patricia Rieschick, of Falls City, Nebraska. He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and cherished friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Melvin and Mildred Rieschick; his brother, Dennis Rieschick; and his daughter, Kristina.

He passes along a great legacy that will be lived through his wife, children, and grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00am on April 19th, 2025 at Steele Cemetery in Falls City, NE. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Christ Lutheran Church at 86 Plantation Drive, Lake Jackson, Texas, 77566, or to Texas Hunters for Heroes, South Texas, at TexasHuntersForHeroesSouthTexas.org, or a charity of their choice.

Judith Ann "Judy" Hayes, 75 of Topeka, Kansas passed away March 17, 2025 surrounded by her children. She was a patient at Stormont Vail Hospital Hospice Unit in Topeka, Kansas.

Judy was born in Atchison, Kansas on January 19, 1950 the daughter of Charles and Helen Pickerel Betts, the ninth of twelve children. She attended Mount St. Scholastica High School.
She was married to Michael Trower and later divorced.
Judy was employed by Atchison Senior Village, Atchison Medicalodge Nursing Home, Valley Falls Nursing Home, Dr. Ryders office in Valley Falls, Kansas and Topeka Dialysis in Topeka. She also did private home care for a couple in Topeka for many years.

Judy is survived by a son, Tony (Laura); three daughters, Angie (Richard) Haverty of Tecumseh, KS; Becky (Scotts) Brown, Meriden, KS; Rachel Rice and a sister, Sally Brady.
She was preceded in death by her parents, six brothers, Gene, Bill, Robert, Jim, Michael, and Walter; four sisters, Juanita Betts, Peggy Emery, Rita Reiff and Lisa Piper.

There will be a memorial service in Topeka, Kansas at a later date with burial of cremated remains in Oak Hill Cemetery in Atchison, Kansas.

Father "Arul" Raj Balaswamy Carasala, 57, the beloved priest at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church in Seneca, tragically lost his life on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in a fatal shooting outside his home.

Father Arul was born to Balaswamy Carasala and Dhanam (Gorla) Carasala on June 7, 1967, in Kilacheri, Tamil Nadu, India. From an early age, he was deeply inspired by his faith, attending school in India and nurturing his calling to the priesthood. He was especially influenced by the faith of his parents, which played a significant role in his decision to become a priest. His mother's daily devotion to the church and the faith she instilled in him and his sister laid a strong spiritual foundation in his life. From his father, he inherited a calm, gentle, and kind nature that made people feel seen and heard.

Father Arul's educational journey began in the heart of Tamil Nadu, India, where he graduated from Don Bosco Higher Secondary School in Pannur in 1982. Located in a village close to his hometown, Don Bosco was a school with a rich heritage, and Father Arul always took great pride in having studied there. His academic path soon led him to St. Peter's Minor Seminary in Cuddapah, where he spent two formative years from 1982 to 1984, deepening both his education and spiritual calling. After returning to Don Bosco for his final years of high school from 1984 to 1986, Father Arul continued his seminary studies at St. John's Seminary in Vizag, where he honed his theological and pastoral understanding from 1986 to 1989. The following year, in 1989, he dedicated himself fully to his pastoral year, solidifying his commitment to serving others.

Father Arul's theological training reached its pinnacle at Vianny Seminary in Eluru, where he studied from 1990 to 1993. During these years, his faith and dedication to the priesthood grew stronger. His journey toward the priesthood culminated when he was ordained a priest on March 4, 1994, for the Diocese of Cuddapah, a diocese with over 6 million people, where Catholics represent just 1.4 percent of the total population. He then served as an associate pastor at Holy Family Church in Porumamilla from 1994 to 1995, followed by roles as diocesan secretary and pastor in various locations, including Jammalamadugu, Pileru, and Chittoor.

In addition to his religious training, Father Arul pursued academic degrees in sociology, earning his Bachelor's degree from Kakatiya University in 1990 and later his Master's from Madurai Kamaraj University in 1999. His academic pursuits were not just a means of personal growth but also a foundation for his deep understanding of the human experience, which he applied in his pastoral work, enriching the lives of those he served. His educational journey, both spiritual and academic, laid the groundwork for a life dedicated to the service of his community and his faith.

In 2004, Father Arul was invited by Archbishop James P. Keleher to visit Kansas and potentially serve in the Archdiocese. Embracing this opportunity, he moved to Kansas, where he quickly became a cornerstone of the local Catholic community. Father Arul began his ministry as an associate pastor at Augustine Parish in Fidelity, Sacred Heart Parish in Sabetha, and St. James Parish in Wetmore. He was later appointed pastor of four parishes: St. Vincent de Paul in Onaga, St. Patrick Parish in Corning, St. Bede Parish in Kelly, and St. Columbkille in Blaine. Father Arul's dedication and leadership were especially evident in his role as pastor of Sts. Peter & Paul Church in Seneca, beginning on July 15, 2011. During his time there, he oversaw a $4 million renovation and narthex construction to the 1886 church. He saw the added narthex as a place of warmth and welcome, where life and love could be shared by members—a place to welcome guests, share burdens, and celebrate each other's joys and accomplishments. Father's vision was to take the history of the beautiful place of worship and enhance it, transforming it into a gem of the archdiocese. He also oversaw the Knights of Columbus' $600,000 construction of a new Parish House—projects that will stand as lasting testaments to his vision and commitment to the church.

Father Arul's impact extended beyond the walls of the church. His gentle spirit and genuine care for the children of Sts. Peter & Paul School inspired many young hearts, as he connected with them through teaching, humor, and heartfelt encouragement. He looked forward to the Kelly Youth Rally each August, a religious event for 7th-12th graders from Nemaha and Marshall counties, which had been started in 1998. In addition, a foundation he supported and held close to his heart was the Sacred Heart Charity Association, an orphanage in India, where he was serving as the charity's President.

On May 20, 2011, Father Arul proudly became a U.S. citizen at the Federal Courthouse in Topeka, Kansas. His deep appreciation for the religious freedom available in the United States was evident when he spoke to the congregation, saying, "I am proud to be a United States citizen and to enjoy the freedom to preach the Gospel." While he embraced his American citizenship, Father Arul's strong connection to his Indian heritage remained intact. As an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), he enjoyed the benefits of both his Indian and American identities, and he often remarked that while his primary citizenship was in the United States, the church and his faith were universal, making him feel at home wherever he was.
For Father Arul, becoming an American was more than just a legal process—it was a personal journey that allowed him to grow in both his individuality and his faith. He said, "I am not losing anything by becoming an American citizen. I am adding more to who I am. I can continue to identify with where I came from, and at the same time, embrace my new American identity. This has given me more opportunities to grow for the betterment of myself, my faith, and my goals." During the COVID-19 pandemic, when the faithful could not gather in person, Father Arul took an innovative step to bless the entire county. Together with Father Reginald Saldanha, he took to the skies, flying over the region to sprinkle holy water across Nemaha County—a heartfelt gesture that brought hope and connection to the community during a time of isolation.

Father Arul was also a vibrant, fun-loving individual who shared his Indian heritage with those around him. He delighted parishioners by preparing delicious Indian dishes for church gatherings and contributed meals for auction to benefit the Baileyville Benefit and the Church's Labor Day Picnic. He also embraced the local culture with an open heart. He relished the calm of small-town life, spending his days riding his bike through familiar streets and always ready to lend a hand to anyone who needed help. Father always desired to be a fatherly figure—someone who could guide others through sorrow and be a steady presence in their lives.
Father Arul's warm spirit, sense of humor, and generous heart will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Family was incredibly important to him, and he made it a priority to visit them as often as possible. Even when he was far from home, especially during his years in the U.S., he stayed closely connected to his family. He made sure to call every day, sharing his own life and checking in on theirs, staying present even from a distance. His love for his family ran deep, and he was always there for them when it mattered most. He took great pride in his niece and nephew, always encouraging them to pursue their dreams. Father Arul cherished the time he spent with them and was looking forward to a 2025 summer adventure, planning a road trip with them from Seneca to Canada.

He was preceded in death by his father, Balaswamy, on January 2, 2007, and his mother, Dhanama, on December 15, 2024. He is survived by his sister, Zeeta Louie, and her husband, John Puthota; his niece, Joshvi Christina; and his nephew, Joe Nikesh.

Father Arul's untimely passing leaves a profound void in the lives of all who were touched by his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering faith. He also had a playful side—he genuinely enjoyed spending time with the school children, and he cherished those moments. He greeted them with "high-fives" each morning as they entered school. Growing up in a small village where everyone knew each other truly shaped who he was-- grounded, compassionate, and deeply community-oriented. These qualities followed him everywhere and made him the person he was and the reason he was so cherished in Seneca. May he rest in eternal peace.

Father Arul will lie in state at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Rosary prayers will be offered at 1:00 PM, 3:00 PM, 5:00 PM, and 7:00 PM. Father will lie in state with an overnight vigil until 9:00 AM on Thursday. A Memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, April 10, 2025. The Mass will be streamed on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/live/nTkaBA4zrAY), there will be limited seating. Following the service, Father Arul will return to India, where a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at his home parish, Sacred Heart Church, Kilachery Parish in Kilacheri, Tamil Nadu. His Funeral Mass will be live streamed on YouTube. He will be laid to rest at Sacred Heart Church Cemetery with his parents.

Memorials may be made to Fr. Arul Carasala Memorial 411 Pioneer Seneca, Kansas 66538.

Frances Dianne Jones, age 80, passed away on April 3, 2025, at the Prairie Sunset Home in Pretty Prairie, Kansas.

She was born in Carthage, Texas, and married John H. Jones on December 19, 1964. They had been married for 60 years.

Dianne was a homemaker throughout her life. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, deeply devoted to her family and home. She loved to cook and bake and had a talent for turning every house they moved into over the years into a home. Remodeling, furnishing, and making each place warm and welcoming.

She is survived by her husband, John (Butch); her daughter, Lisa; her son, David; seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; her sister, Sue; and her brother, Don.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Judy; son, Mike; sister-in-law Charlene; and brother-in-law Larry.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, Kansas. Visitation will be held from 12:30 until service time at the funeral home . Lunch will be served at 11:00 a.m. at the Eternal Hope Worship Center, in Hiawatha.

Burial will follow the service at the Mt. Hope Cemetery.

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Dawn Ellyn Feldkamp, 58, of Seneca, Kansas, passed away surrounded by her family in Omaha, Nebraska on April 5, 2025.

Dawn was born on September 13, 1966, in Axtell, Kansas, she was the beloved daughter of Pauline and Waymer Esslinger. She graduated from Bern High School in 1985 and went on to become a proud graduate from Kansas State University with a degree in Computer Science from Salina, Kansas in 1987.

On November 9, 1991, she married Stan Feldkamp in Bern, Kansas. Together they made their home in Seneca, where they raised two children, Kayce and Matthew. Dawn had over 30 years of service to the State of Kansas, where she was known for her dedication and strong work ethic.

Dawn was a devoted member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in St. Benedict, Kansas. She was very involved in the Daughters of the American Revolution, Reavis-Ashley Chapter in Falls City, Nebraska. Through her volunteer work with 4-H and the Boy Scouts, she made a lasting difference which reflected her deep commitment to helping others.

Dawn's strength was perhaps most evident in her courageous eight-year battle with cancer. Throughout it all, she remained resilient and full of love for those around her. Her determination and unwavering spirit touched the lives of many and will be remembered always.

Dawn was preceded in death by her mother and father, Pauline and Waymer Esslinger.

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her husband, Stan; her daughter, Kayce Feldkamp, and son-in-law, Alex Beltran of Omaha, Nebraska; her son, Matthew Feldkamp of Topeka, Kansas; and two treasured grandchildren, Dario and grandson on the way.

Services will be held at 2 PM on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca, Kansas. Burial at Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church.

Memorial may be given to C.O.I.N.S for a cause, sent in care of the family.

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

Dale LeRoy Royer, 80, of Holton, KS, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 in Valley Falls, KS at his daughter's home, with family by his side. He was born June 25, 1944 in Horton, KS, the son of Clyde Benjamin and Mary Eliza (Miller) Royer.

Dale graduated from ACCHS in 1962 in Effingham. After graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army from 1967 - 1969; earning rank of E-5 and inducted into the Order of the Arrow. In 1971, he graduated from K-State University with a Bachelors Degree in Business and Math.

He worked for Blair Milling in Atchitson as a Feed Lot Logistics Manager, he was a teacher for Vo-Tech out of Kansas City, KS at Lansing Prison and to help rehabilitate prisoners back to society. Dale worked in retail management for Litwin's and later in the ordering department for Atchison Leather both in Atchison, KS. He worked in construction for Gantz Drainage Co and later retired from ARC Transportation as dispatcher.

Dale was a member of Cottonwood Baptist Church in Meriden and was very active within the church.

He married Benita Louise Dick on April 19, 1975 in Wichita, KS. They celebrated almost 50 years of marriage.

Survivors include his wife, Benita of the home; 8 children, Adam Royer (Heather) of Cottage Grove, MN, Megan Royer of Valley Falls, KS, Lora Royer of Bend, OR, Lisa Royer-Miller (James) of Manhattan, KS, Eric Royer (Kirstin) of Valley Falls, KS, John Royer (Amanda) of Russellville, OH, Emma Royer of Holton, KS and Mark Royer (Paige) of Nortonville, KS; sister, Lois Royer-Starbuck of Chicago, IL and 13 grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Mary Royer and a brother, Ralph Royer.

Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at the Mercer Funeral Home in Valley Falls. Burial with Military Honors will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Effingham. Family will greet friends from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Tuesday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be given to the 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.

Ronald Eugene Turnbull, 79, of Axtell, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca, Kansas where he was being cared for by the Comfort Care Team.

Ron was born on February 19. 1946, to Max and Ada (Smith) Turnbull at Pawnee City, Nebraska. His early years were spent in rural Summerfield, Kansas. Then, his family moved to the family farm in Vliets, Kansas. Ron graduated from the eighth grade in Vliets and in 1964, he graduated from Frankfort High School. After high school, he attended a diesel mechanic school in Kansas City.

Trucking was Ron's career for more than 60 years. He established Turnbull Truckline, Inc. and was working with Howie's Recycling in Manhattan, Kansas at the time of his death. He also farmed in the Lincoln Township area of Marshall County.

Ron married Iris VanDorn at the Salem Lutheran Church in Axtell, Kansas on November 27, 1971. They were blessed with a daughter, Melanie.

Ron was preceded in death by his parents; his stepmother, Madelyn Stewart Turnbull; his brother, Roger Turnbull; and his stepbrothers, Chuck Stewart, Bill Stewart, Dave Stewart, and Tom Stewart.

Ron is survived by his wife, Iris of rural Axtell; his daughter, Melanie Don Turnbull of Manhattan, Kansas; and his brother, Max Turnbull of Vliets, Kansas.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Salem Lutheran Church, in rural Axtell, Kansas. Pastor Jeff Swanson will officiate. Selected hymns will include "In My Heart There Rings a Melody," "To God Be the Glory," "When We All Get to Heaven," and "Because He Lives." Honorary pallbearers will be Tim McCurdy, Scott O'Neil, Alan Turnbull, Kevin Turnbull, Scott Turnbull, and Troy Turnbull. Following the service, a Swedish Fika (coffee hour) will be held at the church. A private burial in the Salem Lutheran Church Cemetery will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the Comfort Care Team of Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca, sent in care of Popkess Memorial Chapel, 814 Castle Street, Seneca, Kansas 66538. Condolences can be shared online at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

Donald George Prohaska, of Atchison, Kansas, passed peacefully on March 29, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born on March 22, 1925, the son of Martin and Mary (Vanderweide) Prohaska, and just celebrated his 100th birthday.

Don attended Union 3 School and was a graduate of Atchison High School. He and Alberta Miller were united in marriage on January 16, 1951. He was a lifelong member of St. Benedict Parish. Don had two great passions in life, farming and music. He loved farming and raising farm animals, especially cows. He was known for his peacocks, flowers and love for dogs. Don and his brother, LaVerne, played in the Prohaska Dance Band at venues within 100 miles of Atchison for many years. They loved providing music for numerous events and sometimes, even up to five nights a week.

He is survived by his wife of seventy-four years, Alberta Prohaska; four children, Mary (Gayle) Voth, Richard (Sharon) Prohaska, Larry (Nancy) Prohaska, Dan (Amy) Prohaska; eight grandchildren, Emily Prohaska, Fritz (Susan) Prohaska, Clare C. (Alex Bridges) Prohaska, Laura (Tyler) Darland, Alex Prohaska, Luke Prohaska, Clare A. Prohaska, Juliana Voth; and three great grandchildren, Hugo Bridges, Damian Darland and Elise Bridges.

Don is preceded in death by his parents, a son, Andrew Prohaska, and a brother, LaVerne Prohaska.

Mass of Christian burial will be Saturday, April 5, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Benedict Church. Inurnment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. A rosary will be prayed Saturday, beginning at 10:00 a.m. with a visitation to follow at the church prior to mass. Memorials may be left to St. Benedict Parish or St. Benedict Catholic School Endowment and may be left in care of the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.

Evelyn R. Auxier, 95, of Falls City, NE, passed away December 16, 2024 at Falls City. She was born August 8, 1929 at Falls City to Albert and Clara (Werner) Gruber.

She married William Auxier on March 1, 1952 at Falls City. He passed away July 30, 1998.

Evelyn was raised in rural Falls City and graduated from Falls City High School in 1947. She went on to attend college for 1 year and then returned to Falls City where she worked at First National Bank. When married the couple made their home on a farm in rural Dawson, NE where she was a homemaker and farm wife. She moved to Beatrice in 2011 to be near her daughter, returning to Falls City in 2021 where she has lived since. She enjoyed gardening and was actively involved in performing music at her church, both as a soloist and in the choir. She was a member of Grace Bible Fellowship and taught Sunday School. She was also a 4-H leader.

Evelyn is survived by her children, David and his wife Mary of Dawson, Ruth Wells and her husband Greg of Beatrice, NE, granddaughter, April Barnes and her husband Paul of Lincoln, NE. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband and a brother, Albert Gruber.

Her service will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM at Grace Bible Fellowship Church. Interment will be in Heim Cemetery.

Thomas "Tom" Burger 65 of Summerfield Nebraska passed away on March 30, 2025.

Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 3, 2025, at Holy Family Catholic Church, Summerfield, Kansas. Officiating Father Mathew Francis.

Rosary at 10:30 a.m., on Thursday at Holy Family Catholic Church, visitation on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 from 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Wherry Mortuary, 919 G Street, Pawnee City, Nebraska. Interment at the Holy Family Catholic Cemetery, Summerfield, Kansas. Memorials to family choice for a later destination. Online condolence may be left at www.wherrymortuary.com

Tom Burger is survived by brothers Charles Burger of Wamego, KS, Keith Burger and Robert Burger of Summerfield, KS

Emilee Ann Sauer, age 7, of Seneca was called home to heaven on March 28, 2025, after sustaining injuries in a tragic 4-wheeler accident.

Emilee was born on December 18, 2017, to Justin Sauer and Shannon Frikken at Nemaha Valley Community Hospital in Seneca. From the moment she entered the world, Emilee brought joy, light, and laughter to everyone she met. She was a bright, energetic child who had an undeniable spark that radiated wherever she went.

A student at Nemaha Central Elementary School, Emilee was a proud "graduate" of kindergarten in May of 2024 and was currently a first grader. She loved to learn, and her curiosity was matched only by her love for adventure. A true outdoors enthusiast, Emilee could often be found playing outside, riding her bike, running through fields, climbing trees, and enjoying the simple wonders of nature.

Emilee's family was everything to her. She cherished her siblings, Baylee and Wyatt, and loved spending time helping her dad on the farm. Emilee shared a special bond with her mom, she enjoyed their "just us" days filled with ice cream, manicures and sparkle. Her laughter, warmth, and kind heart will forever be missed by her loved ones. She is also survived by her paternal grandparents, Bruce and Cheri Sauer of Seneca, and maternal grandparents, Greg and Angel Frikken of Wamego, who held her close in their hearts.

While hearts are broken by her untimely passing, take comfort in knowing that Emilee's spirit will live on in the memories of her—her bright smile, her infectious laughter, her vibrant spirit, and her ability to bring joy to even the darkest of days. Emilee was an angel on earth, and now she is an angel in heaven, watching over those who loved her. May she rest in peace.

Emilee's family will visit with friends from 6 to 8 P.M. on Thurs, April 3, 2025 at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca. Funeral Services will be at 2 P.M. on Friday, April 4, 2025, at the Northridge Church in Seneca. The Burial will be in the Seneca City Cemetery.

Memorials will be designated at a later date. To express your sympathy and for more information visit www.lauerfuneralhome.com .