Curtis Watts, 76, died July 5, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital ER, Hoisington, Kansas. He was born August 22, 1946, in Bennington, Kansas, the son of Raymond L. and Phyllis J. (Collins) Watts. Curtis graduated from Bennington High School in 1964.

On July 7, 1973, he married Roberta Ott, in Gypsum, Kansas.

Curtis was the owner and operator of Watts Siding for many years. He later decided to change occupations and took up truck driving, a profession he thoroughly enjoyed. He drove over the road for many years for Kindsvater Trucking out of Dodge City, retiring in 2012. He also loved driving harvest truck for Hoffman Farms and was looking forward to the upcoming fall harvest. Curtis and Roberta loved traveling in their RV, spending time in Branson, and trips with the Newmar Kountry Klub. They were also lifetime members of the Good Sam Camping Club. When they weren’t traveling they enjoyed attending the Golden Belt Community Concerts and cheering on his favorite Nascar drivers, especially the Earnhardt teams.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Roberta Watts of the home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Phyllis Watts.

Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m., Monday, July 10th, 2023, at Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding.

In honor of his beloved Shelties, memorials may be made to Golden Belt Humane Society in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Curtis Watts, 76, died July 5, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital ER, Hoisington, Kansas. He was born August 22, 1946, in Bennington, Kansas, the son of Raymond L. and Phyllis J. (Collins) Watts. Curtis graduated from Bennington High School in 1964.On July 7, 1973, he married Roberta Ott, in Gypsum, Kansas.Curtis was the owner and operator of Watts Siding for many years. He later decided to change occupations and took up truck driving, a profession he thoroughly enjoyed. He drove over the road for many years for Kindsvater Trucking out of Dodge City, retiring in 2012. He also loved driving harvest truck for Hoffman Farms and was looking forward to the upcoming fall harvest. Curtis and Roberta loved traveling in their RV, spending time in Branson, and trips with the Newmar Kountry Klub. They were also lifetime members of the Good Sam Camping Club. When they weren’t traveling they enjoyed attending the Golden Belt Community Concerts and cheering on his favorite Nascar drivers, especially the Earnhardt teams.He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Roberta Watts of the home. He was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Phyllis Watts.Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.Graveside service will be 1:30 p.m., Monday, July 10th, 2023, at Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding.In honor of his beloved Shelties, memorials may be made to Golden Belt Humane Society in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Curtis Watts, age 76

Joel Alexis Hernandez, 19, passed away on July 4, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. He was born in Great Bend, Kansas, to Alberto Hernandez and Veronica Leyva.

Having lived in Great Bend and later Wichita, Joel spent his time watching TV, playing music and video games, and spending time with family.

Survivors include his mother of the home; his father; two brothers, Alberto (significant other, Aylin) Hernandez of Great Bend and Alan Hernandez of Wichita; aunts, Esna (Victor) Banuelos of Odessa, Texas and Anna Maria Leyva of Mexico; uncles, Oscar (Diana) Leyva and Jesus (Maribel) Leyva, all of Great Bend; and numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by a sister, Arely Hernandez; and maternal grandparents, Oscar and Anna Maria Leyva.

Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Omero Cadenas presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the Joel Hernandez Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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Joel Alexis Hernández, de 19 años, falleció el 4 de julio de 2023 en Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. Nació en Great Bend, Kansas, hijo de Alberto Hernández y Verónica Leyva.

Después de haber vivido en Great Bend y más tarde en Wichita, Joel pasó su tiempo viendo televisión, jugando música y videojuegos, y pasando tiempo con la familia.

Los sobrevivientes incluyen a su madre del hogar; su padre; dos hermanos, Alberto (otro significativo, Aylin) Hernández de Great Bend y Alan Hernández de Wichita; tías, Esna (Víctor) Bañuelos de Odessa, Texas y Anna María Leyva de México; tíos, Oscar (Diana) Leyva y Jesús (Maribel) Leyva, todos de Great Bend; y numerosos primos. Le preceden en la muerte una hermana, Arely Hernández; y abuelos maternos, Oscar y Anna María Leyva.

El velorio se llevará a cabo de 9:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m. el jueves 6 de julio de 2023 en Bryant Funeral Home. El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo a las 10:00 a.m. del viernes 7 de julio de 2023 en Bryant Funeral Home con el pastor Omero Cadenas presidiendo. El entierro seguirá en Great Bend Cemetery North. Se han designado monumentos conmemorativos al Joel Hernandez Memorial Fund, a cargo de Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Joel Alexis Hernandez, 19, passed away on July 4, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. He was born in Great Bend, Kansas, to Alberto Hernandez and Veronica Leyva.Having lived in Great Bend and later Wichita, Joel spent his time watching TV, playing music and video games, and spending time with family.Survivors include his mother of the home; his father; two brothers, Alberto (significant other, Aylin) Hernandez of Great Bend and Alan Hernandez of Wichita; aunts, Esna (Victor) Banuelos of Odessa, Texas and Anna Maria Leyva of Mexico; uncles, Oscar (Diana) Leyva and Jesus (Maribel) Leyva, all of Great Bend; and numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by a sister, Arely Hernandez; and maternal grandparents, Oscar and Anna Maria Leyva.Visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Omero Cadenas presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to the Joel Hernandez Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.___________________________________________Joel Alexis Hernández, de 19 años, falleció el 4 de julio de 2023 en Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. Nació en Great Bend, Kansas, hijo de Alberto Hernández y Verónica Leyva.Después de haber vivido en Great Bend y más tarde en Wichita, Joel pasó su tiempo viendo televisión, jugando música y videojuegos, y pasando tiempo con la familia.Los sobrevivientes incluyen a su madre del hogar; su padre; dos hermanos, Alberto (otro significativo, Aylin) Hernández de Great Bend y Alan Hernández de Wichita; tías, Esna (Víctor) Bañuelos de Odessa, Texas y Anna María Leyva de México; tíos, Oscar (Diana) Leyva y Jesús (Maribel) Leyva, todos de Great Bend; y numerosos primos. Le preceden en la muerte una hermana, Arely Hernández; y abuelos maternos, Oscar y Anna María Leyva.El velorio se llevará a cabo de 9:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m. el jueves 6 de julio de 2023 en Bryant Funeral Home. El servicio fúnebre se llevará a cabo a las 10:00 a.m. del viernes 7 de julio de 2023 en Bryant Funeral Home con el pastor Omero Cadenas presidiendo. El entierro seguirá en Great Bend Cemetery North. Se han designado monumentos conmemorativos al Joel Hernandez Memorial Fund, a cargo de Bryant Funeral Home.

Joel Hernandez, age 19

Janet L. Dixon, 74, passed away June 27, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Larned.

She was born Aug. 2, 1948, in Great Bend, the daughter of Hugh and Marie Martin Adams.

A lifetime area resident, she was a Registered Nurse at Larned State Hospital. She was of the Christian faith, a member of the Larned Country Club, Bridge Club, enjoyed golfing, scrapbooking, crocheting, traveling, gambling, and taking trips to Las Vegas.

On March 2, 1968, she married Owen Harold Dixon in Lewis; he passed away on Dec. 13, 2020.

Survivors include: son, Michael Dixon, Dallas, Texas; daughter, Stacee Odom, St. Clair, Mo.; and brother, Kent Adams, Lexington, Mo.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters, Ella Marie Halloway and Mary Lee Ableson; and brother Cecil Adams.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6-7 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

Memorials may be given to Larned Ladies Golf in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Janet L. Dixon, 74, passed away June 27, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Larned.She was born Aug. 2, 1948, in Great Bend, the daughter of Hugh and Marie Martin Adams.A lifetime area resident, she was a Registered Nurse at Larned State Hospital. She was of the Christian faith, a member of the Larned Country Club, Bridge Club, enjoyed golfing, scrapbooking, crocheting, traveling, gambling, and taking trips to Las Vegas.On March 2, 1968, she married Owen Harold Dixon in Lewis; he passed away on Dec. 13, 2020.Survivors include: son, Michael Dixon, Dallas, Texas; daughter, Stacee Odom, St. Clair, Mo.; and brother, Kent Adams, Lexington, Mo.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters, Ella Marie Halloway and Mary Lee Ableson; and brother Cecil Adams.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6-7 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.Memorials may be given to Larned Ladies Golf in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Janet Dixon, age 74

Nelda Rae Pakkebier, 80, passed away June 30, 2023 in Shawnee.

She was born May 9, 1943 in Great Bend, the daughter of Malvin and Harriet Grandy Ford.

Nelda was a lifetime resident of Pawnee and Rush Counties. She was a teacher and then later a mail carrier, and she also helped her husband farm near Sanford. She was a member of the Rozel Methodist church and served on church committees at Rozel and Lacrosse Methodist Churches; a member of EHU Extension Unit, Rozel, Colorful Calico’s, Lacrosse, and was active in 4-H as a project leader. She enjoyed woodworking, painting, stained glass, and stitchery.

On Aug. 6, 1966, she married Marvin Edward Pakkebier at Rozel; he preceded her in death on Aug. 16, 2017.

Survivors include: two daughters, Pam (Ty) Welsh of Shawnee and Lea Pakkebier; seven grandchildren, Tyson, Trenton, Carly, Tanner, Ben, Rylie, Allie (Anthony); two brothers; four sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.

Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Sarah Leslie presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery, Garfield.

Memorials may be given to The Cottages at Shawnee in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Nelda Rae Pakkebier, 80, passed away June 30, 2023 in Shawnee.She was born May 9, 1943 in Great Bend, the daughter of Malvin and Harriet Grandy Ford.Nelda was a lifetime resident of Pawnee and Rush Counties. She was a teacher and then later a mail carrier, and she also helped her husband farm near Sanford. She was a member of the Rozel Methodist church and served on church committees at Rozel and Lacrosse Methodist Churches; a member of EHU Extension Unit, Rozel, Colorful Calico’s, Lacrosse, and was active in 4-H as a project leader. She enjoyed woodworking, painting, stained glass, and stitchery.On Aug. 6, 1966, she married Marvin Edward Pakkebier at Rozel; he preceded her in death on Aug. 16, 2017.Survivors include: two daughters, Pam (Ty) Welsh of Shawnee and Lea Pakkebier; seven grandchildren, Tyson, Trenton, Carly, Tanner, Ben, Rylie, Allie (Anthony); two brothers; four sisters; and numerous nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband.Funeral service will be 2 p.m. Friday, July 7, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Sarah Leslie presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery, Garfield.Memorials may be given to The Cottages at Shawnee in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Nelda Pakkebier, age 80

Larned – Janet L. Dixon, 74, passed away June 27, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Larned, Kansas.

She was born August 2, 1948, at Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Hugh and Marie Martin Adams.

On March 2, 1968 she married Owen Harold Dixon in Lewis, Kansas; he passed away on December 13, 2020.

Survivors include: son, Michael Dixon, Dallas, Texas; daughter, Stacee Odom, St. Clair, Missouri; and brother, Kent Adams, Lexington, Missouri.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday July 22. 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday July 21, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6-7 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

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 </figure>Larned – Janet L. Dixon, 74, passed away June 27, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Larned, Kansas.She was born August 2, 1948, at Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Hugh and Marie Martin Adams.A lifetime area resident, she was a Registered Nurse at Larned State Hospital. She was of the Christian faith, a member of the Larned Country Club, Bridge Club, enjoyed golfing, scrapbooking, crocheting, traveling, gambling, and taking trips to Las Vegas.On March 2, 1968 she married Owen Harold Dixon in Lewis, Kansas; he passed away on December 13, 2020.Survivors include: son, Michael Dixon, Dallas, Texas; daughter, Stacee Odom, St. Clair, Missouri; and brother, Kent Adams, Lexington, Missouri.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; sisters, Ella Marie Halloway and Mary Lee Ableson; and brother Cecil Adams.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday July 22. 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Bob Sallee presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday July 21, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary with family present from 6-7 p.m. Inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.Memorials may be given to Larned Ladies Golf in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Hilda (Bender) Dietz, 96, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.

Hilda was born at the family home on September 20, 1926, in Russell County.&nbsp; She was the daughter of David and Mary (Dietz) Bender.&nbsp; She grew up in the Bender Hill area and attended country schools until high school.&nbsp; She graduated from Russell High School in 1944.&nbsp; She then attended two years at Ft. Hays State University before teaching all grades in a country school for three years.

Hilda was united in marriage to Paul George Dietz on June 22, 1947, at the Trinity Bender Hill Lutheran Church.&nbsp; They made their home for a year in Russell before moving out to the family farm.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children: Ronnie, Danny, Barb and Randy.&nbsp; After retirement Paul and Hilda moved back to Russell in 2001.&nbsp; Paul preceded her death on April 21, 2015

Hilda assisted Paul at the meat processing plant that they owned with bookkeeping and wrapping meats.&nbsp; She was also very instrumental in the operations of the family farm.&nbsp; She was a member of the Trinity Bender Hill Lutheran Church before joining St. John Lutheran Church when they moved back to Russell.&nbsp; She was a Sunday School Superintendent, a 4-H Leader, a member of the Ladies Aid Sorority before it was known as ALCW, V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and sang in the church choir for over 53 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards, dancing, bowling, embroidery, crocket &amp; quilting, and spending time with family and friends.

Hilda’s surviving family include two grandchildren; Shaye Harris and husband Matt and Brett Dietz and wife Callen; sister, Linda Coe; great grandchildren, Kaden Harris, Kamry Harris and Sutton Dietz.

Hilda was preceded in death by her parents; husband Paul; sons, Ronnie Dietz, Danny Dietz and Randy Dietz; and daughter, Barb Dietz.

Celebration of Hilda’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 7, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 9:00 AM to Service time Friday at the Church.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as the Hilda Dietz Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.-

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 </figure>Hilda (Bender) Dietz, 96, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, June 30, 2023, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell.Hilda was born at the family home on September 20, 1926, in Russell County.&nbsp; She was the daughter of David and Mary (Dietz) Bender.&nbsp; She grew up in the Bender Hill area and attended country schools until high school.&nbsp; She graduated from Russell High School in 1944.&nbsp; She then attended two years at Ft. Hays State University before teaching all grades in a country school for three years.Hilda was united in marriage to Paul George Dietz on June 22, 1947, at the Trinity Bender Hill Lutheran Church.&nbsp; They made their home for a year in Russell before moving out to the family farm.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children: Ronnie, Danny, Barb and Randy.&nbsp; After retirement Paul and Hilda moved back to Russell in 2001.&nbsp; Paul preceded her death on April 21, 2015Hilda assisted Paul at the meat processing plant that they owned with bookkeeping and wrapping meats.&nbsp; She was also very instrumental in the operations of the family farm.&nbsp; She was a member of the Trinity Bender Hill Lutheran Church before joining St. John Lutheran Church when they moved back to Russell.&nbsp; She was a Sunday School Superintendent, a 4-H Leader, a member of the Ladies Aid Sorority before it was known as ALCW, V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary, American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and sang in the church choir for over 53 years.&nbsp; She enjoyed playing cards, dancing, bowling, embroidery, crocket &amp; quilting, and spending time with family and friends.Hilda’s surviving family include two grandchildren; Shaye Harris and husband Matt and Brett Dietz and wife Callen; sister, Linda Coe; great grandchildren, Kaden Harris, Kamry Harris and Sutton Dietz.Hilda was preceded in death by her parents; husband Paul; sons, Ronnie Dietz, Danny Dietz and Randy Dietz; and daughter, Barb Dietz.Celebration of Hilda’s Life will be held at 10:30 AM, Friday, July 7, 2023, at St. John Lutheran Church of Russell.&nbsp; Burial will follow at the Trinity Bender Hill Cemetery.&nbsp; The family will be present to greet friends from 9:00 AM to Service time Friday at the Church.&nbsp; A Memorial has been established as the Hilda Dietz Memorial Fund.&nbsp; Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.-

Hilda (Bender) Dietz, age 96

Gwenda Gail Deines, 80, died June 27, 2023, at Clara Barton Medical Center, Hoisington. She was born Sept. 18, 1942, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Randall “Tony” and Winifred “Winnie” (Shyrer) Chambers. Gwenda was a 1960 graduate of Hoisington High School. She went on to graduate from beauty school in Wichita.

On May 29, 1961, she married Jerry D. Deines, in Hoisington; they later divorced.

Gwenda worked as a ward clerk for Clara Barton Hospital for many years, officially retiring in 2012, but, unofficially, continued to work whenever they needed her. Her love of reading then led her to a position at the Hoisington Public Library, which she greatly enjoyed. She was an avid crafter, and enjoyed creating all sorts of things, especially her handmade greeting cards, which she liked sending to family and friends.

She was a current member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hoisington, and was a past board member and served on the altar guild. She was former member of Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington, where she had taught Midweek School and VBS. In her earlier years, she was active in the 21st Century EHU and several bowling leagues in both Hoisington and Great Bend. She loved attending Hoisington Cardinal sporting events as well as watching Kansas Jayhawks basketball.

She is survived by her daughters, Lisa Stambaugh and husband Jerry, and Laura Deines, all of Hoisington; brother, Mike Chambers of Hoisington; brother-in-law, Jim Adams of Hoisington; three grandchildren, Macy Reinert and husband Logan of Great Bend, Nash Stambaugh of Lawrence, and Jessica Mullens and husband Trey of Aledo, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Tess, London, Nolan, and Landry Mullens.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Gloria Adams, and sister-in-law, Alyce Chambers.

Visitation will be 1 to 7 p.m., Sunday, with family to greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Monday, July 3, 2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, with Rhonda Templing SAM presiding. Burial will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Hoisington Public Library, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

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 </figure>Gwenda Gail Deines, 80, died June 27, 2023, at Clara Barton Medical Center, Hoisington. She was born Sept. 18, 1942, in Hutchinson, the daughter of Randall “Tony” and Winifred “Winnie” (Shyrer) Chambers. Gwenda was a 1960 graduate of Hoisington High School. She went on to graduate from beauty school in Wichita.On May 29, 1961, she married Jerry D. Deines, in Hoisington; they later divorced.Gwenda worked as a ward clerk for Clara Barton Hospital for many years, officially retiring in 2012, but, unofficially, continued to work whenever they needed her. Her love of reading then led her to a position at the Hoisington Public Library, which she greatly enjoyed. She was an avid crafter, and enjoyed creating all sorts of things, especially her handmade greeting cards, which she liked sending to family and friends.She was a current member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hoisington, and was a past board member and served on the altar guild. She was former member of Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington, where she had taught Midweek School and VBS. In her earlier years, she was active in the 21st Century EHU and several bowling leagues in both Hoisington and Great Bend. She loved attending Hoisington Cardinal sporting events as well as watching Kansas Jayhawks basketball.She is survived by her daughters, Lisa Stambaugh and husband Jerry, and Laura Deines, all of Hoisington; brother, Mike Chambers of Hoisington; brother-in-law, Jim Adams of Hoisington; three grandchildren, Macy Reinert and husband Logan of Great Bend, Nash Stambaugh of Lawrence, and Jessica Mullens and husband Trey of Aledo, Texas; four great-grandchildren, Tess, London, Nolan, and Landry Mullens.She was preceded in death by her parents, a sister, Gloria Adams, and sister-in-law, Alyce Chambers.Visitation will be 1 to 7 p.m., Sunday, with family to greet friends from 4 to 6 p.m. at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 1:30 p.m., Monday, July 3, 2023, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, with Rhonda Templing SAM presiding. Burial will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation or Hoisington Public Library, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

Gwenda Deines, age 80

Larned – Kenneth “Red” Leroy Langley, 97, passed away June 26, 2023, at Country Living Home Plus, Larned, Kansas.

He was born September 1, 1925, at Admire, Kansas, the son of Alvin Leroy and Blanche Evelyn (Hoaglund) Langley.

He moved to Larned in 1964 and was of the Christian faith. He was a partner of L and M Construction with Ed Mauler and built bridges. He enjoyed life, telling stories, visiting with people, traveling, playing golf and was an excellent card player.

On February 22, 1948, he married Doris Gertrude Brumitt in Hays, Kansas; she preceded him in death on January 7, 2002.

Survivors include: daughter, Candace (Stephen) Dolan, Great Bend, Kansas; son, Floyd Guernsey, Enid, Oklahoma; nephew, Randy Brickley, Coral Springs, Florida; four grandchildren, Christopher Dolan, Zachary Dolan, Roxanne Guernsey, and Floyd Guernsey Jr. and one great grandchild Joseph Guernsey.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Doris Langley; longtime companion, Carol Gross; sister Dorree Brickley; niece Rhonda Moyer and great nephew Todd Moyer.

Funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Chaplain Guy Hanna presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 5th , with family present from 5 – 7 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Alzheimer’s Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Larned – Kenneth “Red” Leroy Langley, 97, passed away June 26, 2023, at Country Living Home Plus, Larned, Kansas.He was born September 1, 1925, at Admire, Kansas, the son of Alvin Leroy and Blanche Evelyn (Hoaglund) Langley.He moved to Larned in 1964 and was of the Christian faith. He was a partner of L and M Construction with Ed Mauler and built bridges. He enjoyed life, telling stories, visiting with people, traveling, playing golf and was an excellent card player.On February 22, 1948, he married Doris Gertrude Brumitt in Hays, Kansas; she preceded him in death on January 7, 2002.Survivors include: daughter, Candace (Stephen) Dolan, Great Bend, Kansas; son, Floyd Guernsey, Enid, Oklahoma; nephew, Randy Brickley, Coral Springs, Florida; four grandchildren, Christopher Dolan, Zachary Dolan, Roxanne Guernsey, and Floyd Guernsey Jr. and one great grandchild Joseph Guernsey.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Doris Langley; longtime companion, Carol Gross; sister Dorree Brickley; niece Rhonda Moyer and great nephew Todd Moyer.Funeral will be 2 p.m. Thursday, July 6, 2023 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Chaplain Guy Hanna presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, July 5th , with family present from 5 – 7 p.m. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Alzheimer’s Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Kenneth 'Red' Langley, age 97

Robert “Bob” Lowell Hall, Jr., 74, passed away June 26, 2023, at his home in Ellinwood. He was born March 11, 1949, in Perryton, Texas, to Robert Lowell Hall, Sr. and Jacqueline (Kalber) Hall. He married Brenda Olson in 1974.

A resident of Ellinwood since 2006, Bob worked for Northern Natural Gas Company which later became ENRON for 29.5 years. He then became an over-the-road truck driver for various companies, eventually retiring from Van Wyke in 2011. Bob enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, working on cars whether it was mechanical or restorative, and was an avid car collector.

Survivors include, his wife, Brenda Hall of the home; a son, Gerald Hall (Patrick Christensen) of Wichita; a son in law, Daniel Walker (Melissa) of Clarksville, Tenn.; two sisters, Linda J. Hall and Margaret A. Hall both of Dallas, Texas; four grandchildren, Kyle, Jackie and Kelley Walker, and Aubreanna Christensen; and a nephew, William Hall. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Robert H. Hall; and a daughter, Sonya Walker.

There will be no visitation or services at this time per Bob’s request. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

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 </figure>Robert “Bob” Lowell Hall, Jr., 74, passed away June 26, 2023, at his home in Ellinwood. He was born March 11, 1949, in Perryton, Texas, to Robert Lowell Hall, Sr. and Jacqueline (Kalber) Hall. He married Brenda Olson in 1974.A resident of Ellinwood since 2006, Bob worked for Northern Natural Gas Company which later became ENRON for 29.5 years. He then became an over-the-road truck driver for various companies, eventually retiring from Van Wyke in 2011. Bob enjoyed camping, fishing, hunting, working on cars whether it was mechanical or restorative, and was an avid car collector.Survivors include, his wife, Brenda Hall of the home; a son, Gerald Hall (Patrick Christensen) of Wichita; a son in law, Daniel Walker (Melissa) of Clarksville, Tenn.; two sisters, Linda J. Hall and Margaret A. Hall both of Dallas, Texas; four grandchildren, Kyle, Jackie and Kelley Walker, and Aubreanna Christensen; and a nephew, William Hall. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, Robert H. Hall; and a daughter, Sonya Walker.There will be no visitation or services at this time per Bob’s request. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

Robert 'Bob' Hall, Jr., age 74

Tyler Loren Reeves, 27, passed away June 21, 2023, surrounded by family at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend Campus. He was born June 26, 1995, in Hoisington, Kansas, to Patrick Jones and Tracy Reeves.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Tyler was a sergeant at Larned State Correctional Facility. He enjoyed gaming, playing Pokémon and was part of the Dungeons and Dragons group. He also enjoyed shooting, playing guitar, cooking and taking his beloved dog, Axel, to the river with him. Tyler was known for his sense of humor and occasionally taking a joke a bit to far.

Survivors include, a son, Everhett Reeves and daughter, Hazelyn Trimmer, with another child on the way; his companion, Aeriana Trimmer; his mother, Tracy Reeves of Great Bend; his father, Patrick Jones of Larned; his brother, Keshaun Novak; four sisters, Trinity Reeves, Carmen Jimenez, Deijah Jones, and Kiera Jones; his grandfather, Gary Reeves of Great Bend; great grandmother, Jeanine Gowdy of Larned; his aunt, Marcy Reeves (Scottie Schmidt) of Great Bend; great aunts and uncle, Dan and Sue Gowdy, and Cindy Berscheidt, all of Great Bend; and cousins, Jourdel and JaLeea Reeves. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Ann Reeves; an uncle, Eric Reeves; and great grandmother, Martha Reeves.

Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. Inurnment will be held in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to the Tyler Reeves Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Tyler Loren Reeves, 27, passed away June 21, 2023, surrounded by family at the University of Kansas Health System – Great Bend Campus. He was born June 26, 1995, in Hoisington, Kansas, to Patrick Jones and Tracy Reeves.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Tyler was a sergeant at Larned State Correctional Facility. He enjoyed gaming, playing Pokémon and was part of the Dungeons and Dragons group. He also enjoyed shooting, playing guitar, cooking and taking his beloved dog, Axel, to the river with him. Tyler was known for his sense of humor and occasionally taking a joke a bit to far.Survivors include, a son, Everhett Reeves and daughter, Hazelyn Trimmer, with another child on the way; his companion, Aeriana Trimmer; his mother, Tracy Reeves of Great Bend; his father, Patrick Jones of Larned; his brother, Keshaun Novak; four sisters, Trinity Reeves, Carmen Jimenez, Deijah Jones, and Kiera Jones; his grandfather, Gary Reeves of Great Bend; great grandmother, Jeanine Gowdy of Larned; his aunt, Marcy Reeves (Scottie Schmidt) of Great Bend; great aunts and uncle, Dan and Sue Gowdy, and Cindy Berscheidt, all of Great Bend; and cousins, Jourdel and JaLeea Reeves. He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Ann Reeves; an uncle, Eric Reeves; and great grandmother, Martha Reeves.Visitation will be held from Noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry Schumacher presiding. Inurnment will be held in Hillcrest Memorial Park in Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to the Tyler Reeves Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Tyler Reeves, age 27

Elsie Jane (Holzmeister) Suppes – age 86, of Otis, Kansas passed away June 22, 2023, at Locus Grove Village Nursing Home in LaCrosse, Kansas.

She was born December 25, 1936 on the family farm at Pfeifer, Kansas to Raymond J. and Helen (Basgall) Holzmeister. She married Julius J. Suppes on April 11, 1959, at Pfeifer, Kansas. He preceded her in death on April 15, 2019.

She was a homemaker, a farmer’s wife, and attended Pfeifer Grade School. Elsie was a member of Saint Ann’s Catholic Church at Olmitz, and Saint Fidelis Daughters of Isabella at Victoria. She was a wonderful cook, an avid reader, enjoyed sewing and her family.

Survivors include her children, Patrick Suppes, Otis, KS; Glen Suppes and wife, Rita, Lindsborg, KS; Jesse Suppes and wife, Lori, Salina, KS; Wanda Dietz and husband, Bob, Smith Center, KS; her 15 grandchildren, and her 22 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Helen Holzmeister; her husband, Julius; her sister, Viola Dechant; and her daughter-in-law, Kathleen Suppes.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, June 26, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer with celebrant, Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer.

A vigil service, and a Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

Visitation is from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, at Holy Cross Catholic Pfeifer.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities Inc. in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

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 </figure>Elsie Jane (Holzmeister) Suppes – age 86, of Otis, Kansas passed away June 22, 2023, at Locus Grove Village Nursing Home in LaCrosse, Kansas.She was born December 25, 1936 on the family farm at Pfeifer, Kansas to Raymond J. and Helen (Basgall) Holzmeister. She married Julius J. Suppes on April 11, 1959, at Pfeifer, Kansas. He preceded her in death on April 15, 2019.She was a homemaker, a farmer’s wife, and attended Pfeifer Grade School. Elsie was a member of Saint Ann’s Catholic Church at Olmitz, and Saint Fidelis Daughters of Isabella at Victoria. She was a wonderful cook, an avid reader, enjoyed sewing and her family.Survivors include her children, Patrick Suppes, Otis, KS; Glen Suppes and wife, Rita, Lindsborg, KS; Jesse Suppes and wife, Lori, Salina, KS; Wanda Dietz and husband, Bob, Smith Center, KS; her 15 grandchildren, and her 22 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond and Helen Holzmeister; her husband, Julius; her sister, Viola Dechant; and her daughter-in-law, Kathleen Suppes.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, June 26, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer with celebrant, Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer.A vigil service, and a Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 6:30 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.Visitation is from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, at Holy Cross Catholic Pfeifer.The family suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities Inc. in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 E. 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or left at guestbook at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Elsie (Holzmeister) Suppes, age 86

Douglas Jon Mead, Sr., 81, Great Bend, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kansas.

Douglas was born December 6, 1941, in Portland, Oregon, the son of Carrell J. and Murel M. (Richard) Mead. He was a lifelong resident of Barton County, Kansas. A 1959 graduate of Pawnee Rock School, Pawnee Rock, Kansas, he was a driller in the oil industry before his retirement in 2002.

He enjoyed his time driving semi, traveling the country. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include: one son, Doug Mead, Jr., Cornelia, Georgia; two daughters, Toni Guyton, Ellinwood, Kansas, and Sheri Mead, Hays, Kansas; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and one brother, Richard Mead, Larned, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Beverly Moore.

No services are planned at this time. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to the Douglas Mead, Sr. Funeral Expense Fund.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.chartergreatbend.com.

Arrangements were by Charter Funerals, 2115 Washington Street, Great Bend, Kansas 67530, 620/793-6161.

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 </figure>Douglas Jon Mead, Sr., 81, Great Bend, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kansas.Douglas was born December 6, 1941, in Portland, Oregon, the son of Carrell J. and Murel M. (Richard) Mead. He was a lifelong resident of Barton County, Kansas. A 1959 graduate of Pawnee Rock School, Pawnee Rock, Kansas, he was a driller in the oil industry before his retirement in 2002.He enjoyed his time driving semi, traveling the country. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include: one son, Doug Mead, Jr., Cornelia, Georgia; two daughters, Toni Guyton, Ellinwood, Kansas, and Sheri Mead, Hays, Kansas; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; and one brother, Richard Mead, Larned, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Beverly Moore.No services are planned at this time. Interment will be in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas.Memorials are suggested to the Douglas Mead, Sr. Funeral Expense Fund.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.chartergreatbend.com.Arrangements were by Charter Funerals, 2115 Washington Street, Great Bend, Kansas 67530, 620/793-6161.

Douglas Mead, Sr., age 81

Sharon June Larsen, age 84, was born January 17, 1939, in Larned, Kansas. Sharon passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was preceded in death by her husband Bob Larsen, parents Elwood and Drusilla Cole, siblings Harley Cole, Phyllis Kelly, Gwendolyn Sharp, Frank Cole, Diane Armbruster, Bill Cole and her son Allen Peck, and great grandson Zachary Carroll. 

Sharon was a longtime cosmetologist in the Larned community and owned Lar Shar Beauty Salon for more than 40 years. In her early years, she was a member of the Military Spouse and Family Organization where she provided aid and comfort to military families of deployed spouses. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Her passion was always family, faith, and community. Sharon married Bob Larsen on Jan 24, 1959, in Little Falls NJ. 

Survivors include her children Vesta Hicks, Sonja Carson and Robert J. Larsen (Lori) of Larned, and Lisa Larsen (Denise) of Lawrence, KS. Her siblings Carolyn (Lonnie) Arnold of Great Bend and Darrell (Vicky) Cole of Gordonville, Tx. Fourteen grandchildren: Jessica Albert, Shannon Peck, Jeremy (Trista) Peck, Andrea (Packy) Kissick, Scott (Karen) Richardson, Marshall (Shannon) Newell, Tyler (Amanda) Newell, Jacole (Jarod) Kirchgassner, Alice (Brady) Phillips, Kristen Larsen, Chase Kruse, Joshua Larsen, John Larsen, and Cody Dunn. Eighteen great grandchildren: Nikki Albert, Devin Albert, Kaleb Carroll, Logan Horton, Riley Whisenhut, Colton Kissick, Allie Kissick, Kordell Richardson, Karley Richardson, Felicity Newell, Savinia Newell, Ella Kirchgassner, Abigail Kirchgassner, Caroline Newell, Blythe Newell, Mason Peck, Kayleigh Peck, Amerisha Phillips and two great great grandchildren: Joshua Cunningham, Freya Smith and many nieces and nephews. 

Services will be 11 a.m. July 22, 2023, at the Sacred Heart Church, Larned KS followed by a Celebration of Sharon’s life at the Sacred Heart Parish Center. Memorials can be made to the Sacred Heart Altar Society or the charity of your choice. Condolences can be sent to the family at 215 W 8th St, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>January 17, 1939 to June 17, 2023 Sharon June Larsen, age 84, was born January 17, 1939, in Larned, Kansas. Sharon passed peacefully surrounded by her loved ones. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob Larsen, parents Elwood and Drusilla Cole, siblings Harley Cole, Phyllis Kelly, Gwendolyn Sharp, Frank Cole, Diane Armbruster, Bill Cole and her son Allen Peck, and great grandson Zachary Carroll. Sharon was a longtime cosmetologist in the Larned community and owned Lar Shar Beauty Salon for more than 40 years. In her early years, she was a member of the Military Spouse and Family Organization where she provided aid and comfort to military families of deployed spouses. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Her passion was always family, faith, and community. Sharon married Bob Larsen on Jan 24, 1959, in Little Falls NJ. Survivors include her children Vesta Hicks, Sonja Carson and Robert J. Larsen (Lori) of Larned, and Lisa Larsen (Denise) of Lawrence, KS. Her siblings Carolyn (Lonnie) Arnold of Great Bend and Darrell (Vicky) Cole of Gordonville, Tx. Fourteen grandchildren: Jessica Albert, Shannon Peck, Jeremy (Trista) Peck, Andrea (Packy) Kissick, Scott (Karen) Richardson, Marshall (Shannon) Newell, Tyler (Amanda) Newell, Jacole (Jarod) Kirchgassner, Alice (Brady) Phillips, Kristen Larsen, Chase Kruse, Joshua Larsen, John Larsen, and Cody Dunn. Eighteen great grandchildren: Nikki Albert, Devin Albert, Kaleb Carroll, Logan Horton, Riley Whisenhut, Colton Kissick, Allie Kissick, Kordell Richardson, Karley Richardson, Felicity Newell, Savinia Newell, Ella Kirchgassner, Abigail Kirchgassner, Caroline Newell, Blythe Newell, Mason Peck, Kayleigh Peck, Amerisha Phillips and two great great grandchildren: Joshua Cunningham, Freya Smith and many nieces and nephews. Services will be 11 a.m. July 22, 2023, at the Sacred Heart Church, Larned KS followed by a Celebration of Sharon’s life at the Sacred Heart Parish Center. Memorials can be made to the Sacred Heart Altar Society or the charity of your choice. Condolences can be sent to the family at 215 W 8th St, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Sharon Larsen, age 84

Martin Mayford “Marty” Myers, 71, died June 20, 2023, at his home in Hoisington. He was born December 13, 1951 to Eldon Mayford and Dorothy Joy (Tullis) Myers. Marty graduated from Hoisington High School in 1971 and then proudly served his country in the Army as a SP4 from 1971 to 1974.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Marty worked in the oilfield for many years and then for GB Industries. He was a member of the Hoisington V.F.W. and the American Legion Post #286. Marty was an avid hunter and fisher, who never met a stranger and would always have a joke to share.

He is survived by his brother Leslie Myers of Great Bend; a sister, Dixie Myers of Hoisington; and nephew, Heath Myers, and great niece, Shadow Myers both of Hoisington.

Friends may sign the book at the funeral home, there will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Hoisington City Cemetery, with Ron Bailey presiding. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Army Honor Guard.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Martin Myers Memorial Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Martin Mayford “Marty” Myers, 71, died June 20, 2023, at his home in Hoisington. He was born December 13, 1951 to Eldon Mayford and Dorothy Joy (Tullis) Myers. Marty graduated from Hoisington High School in 1971 and then proudly served his country in the Army as a SP4 from 1971 to 1974.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Marty worked in the oilfield for many years and then for GB Industries. He was a member of the Hoisington V.F.W. and the American Legion Post #286. Marty was an avid hunter and fisher, who never met a stranger and would always have a joke to share.He is survived by his brother Leslie Myers of Great Bend; a sister, Dixie Myers of Hoisington; and nephew, Heath Myers, and great niece, Shadow Myers both of Hoisington.Friends may sign the book at the funeral home, there will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Thursday, June 29, 2023, at Hoisington City Cemetery, with Ron Bailey presiding. Military honors will be conducted by the Fort Riley Army Honor Guard.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Martin Myers Memorial Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Martin 'Marty' Myers, age 71

Glen Alexander Doonan, 76, passed away June 18, 2023, at Via Christi St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wichita. He was born April 10, 1947, in Parsons, to Willard and Blanche (Schaffer) Doonan. Glen married Dorthy Hart Sept. 6, 1969, in Patuxent River, MD.

Glen, a Hoisington area resident since 1975 coming from Pratt and Great Bend, worked as a machinist for GBI for 26 years, retiring in 2001. During that time, he also owned and operated Glen's Place Bar and Grill. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, Knights of Columbus Council #1521 and was a Vietnam veteran of the United Stated Navy, obtaining the rank of E4 Petty Officer 3rd Class in the SeaWolf class. He was a tractor enthusiast and enjoyed fishing and lending a hand to his community of farmers. Above all, he was a man of faith and family.

Survivors include wife, Dorthy Doonan, of the home; two sons, Jeff Doonan of Hoisington, Wade Doonan and wife Sandy of Salina; one daughter, Lynn Andres and husband Merlyn of Solomon; one brother, Roy Doonan of Hutchinson two sisters, Faye Doonan of Hoisington, and Darlene Stoss of Hoisington; six grandchildren, Jacob Andres and wife Jennifer, Shauna Andres, Alexis Miller and husband Conlan, Austin Doonan, Kacee Doonan and Bryce Doonan; one great grandson, Benjamin Andres; and his beloved mutt, Hank.

He was preceded in death by brother, Willard Ray “Butch” Doonan; and a brother-in-law, Ed Stoss.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2023, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with Father Anselm Eke presiding. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Solomon. The register book will be available to sign 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 22, with a Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Memorials may be given to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Glen Alexander Doonan, 76, passed away June 18, 2023, at Via Christi St. Francis Regional Medical Center, Wichita. He was born April 10, 1947, in Parsons, to Willard and Blanche (Schaffer) Doonan. Glen married Dorthy Hart Sept. 6, 1969, in Patuxent River, MD.Glen, a Hoisington area resident since 1975 coming from Pratt and Great Bend, worked as a machinist for GBI for 26 years, retiring in 2001. During that time, he also owned and operated Glen's Place Bar and Grill. He was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Hoisington, Knights of Columbus Council #1521 and was a Vietnam veteran of the United Stated Navy, obtaining the rank of E4 Petty Officer 3rd Class in the SeaWolf class. He was a tractor enthusiast and enjoyed fishing and lending a hand to his community of farmers. Above all, he was a man of faith and family.Survivors include wife, Dorthy Doonan, of the home; two sons, Jeff Doonan of Hoisington, Wade Doonan and wife Sandy of Salina; one daughter, Lynn Andres and husband Merlyn of Solomon; one brother, Roy Doonan of Hutchinson two sisters, Faye Doonan of Hoisington, and Darlene Stoss of Hoisington; six grandchildren, Jacob Andres and wife Jennifer, Shauna Andres, Alexis Miller and husband Conlan, Austin Doonan, Kacee Doonan and Bryce Doonan; one great grandson, Benjamin Andres; and his beloved mutt, Hank.He was preceded in death by brother, Willard Ray “Butch” Doonan; and a brother-in-law, Ed Stoss.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2023, at St. John The Evangelist Catholic Church in Hoisington, with Father Anselm Eke presiding. Inurnment will take place at a later date at Mt. Calvary Cemetery, Solomon. The register book will be available to sign 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, June 22, with a Vigil and Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Memorials may be given to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Glen Doonan, age 76

Evelyn Catherine Klusener, 85, passed away June 17, 2023, at Sangre De Cristo Hospice House, Pueblo, Colo. She was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Rocky Ford, Colo., to Seledanio and Marcela (Blea) Gomez. Evelyn married Leonard Klusener July 2, 1957, in Lyons. He passed away Feb. 19, 2008.

A current resident of La Junta, Colo., Evelyn had been a longtime resident of Great Bend, and had faithfully served many years as a translator and data entry specialist for the Barton County Health Department and a cook for USD 428 and Barton Community College. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose and the Altar Society, and in her spare time, enjoyed camping, arts and crafts.

Survivors include one son, Edward Klusener (Mary) of La Junta, Colo.; five daughters, Virginia Roybal Mascarenas (Thomas) of La Junta, Colo., Katrina Evers (Robert) of Great Bend, Mary McVey (Patrick) of Liberty Hill, Texas, Donna (Stueve) Zink (Andrew) of Turon, and Brenda McNary (Steve) of Smith Center; one brother, Victor Gomez of La Junta, Colo.; three sisters, Jenny Ramirez of La Junta, Colo., Alicia Acosta of Denver, Colo., and Arcilia Salinas of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by husband Leonard Klusener, parents Seledanio and Marcela (Blea) Gomez, brothers Mike Gomez and David Gomez, and granddaughter, TaCoa Stueve.

Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend. Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 22, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving guests from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be given to Prince of Peace Parish or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Evelyn Catherine Klusener, 85, passed away June 17, 2023, at Sangre De Cristo Hospice House, Pueblo, Colo. She was born Jan. 19, 1938, in Rocky Ford, Colo., to Seledanio and Marcela (Blea) Gomez. Evelyn married Leonard Klusener July 2, 1957, in Lyons. He passed away Feb. 19, 2008.A current resident of La Junta, Colo., Evelyn had been a longtime resident of Great Bend, and had faithfully served many years as a translator and data entry specialist for the Barton County Health Department and a cook for USD 428 and Barton Community College. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose and the Altar Society, and in her spare time, enjoyed camping, arts and crafts.Survivors include one son, Edward Klusener (Mary) of La Junta, Colo.; five daughters, Virginia Roybal Mascarenas (Thomas) of La Junta, Colo., Katrina Evers (Robert) of Great Bend, Mary McVey (Patrick) of Liberty Hill, Texas, Donna (Stueve) Zink (Andrew) of Turon, and Brenda McNary (Steve) of Smith Center; one brother, Victor Gomez of La Junta, Colo.; three sisters, Jenny Ramirez of La Junta, Colo., Alicia Acosta of Denver, Colo., and Arcilia Salinas of Colorado Springs, Colo.; and 20 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by husband Leonard Klusener, parents Seledanio and Marcela (Blea) Gomez, brothers Mike Gomez and David Gomez, and granddaughter, TaCoa Stueve.Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 23, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with interment to follow at Great Bend Cemetery, Great Bend. Visitation will be from noon to 8 p.m., Thursday, June 22, at Bryant Funeral Home, with the family receiving guests from 5 to 7 p.m. Memorials may be given to Prince of Peace Parish or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

Evelyn Klusener, age 85

Kathleen A. (O’Connor) Suppes – age 61 passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Hays Medical Center.

She was born November 11, 1961, in Concordia, Kansas to Earl Eugene and Catherine Ann (Schneweis) O’Connor. She married Patrick Suppes and into his family of five children on November 21, 1997, in Olmitz, Kansas.

She was an LPN and worked at area nursing homes and hospitals for over 35 years in Victoria, Hays, Russell, Great Bend, Larned and LaCrosse. Kathleen started her nursing career as a CAN working with her mother taking care of the nuns in Concordia, and retired early in 2018. She grew up in Concordia and attended Concordia High School.

She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and St. Ann’s Altar Society in Olmitz. She enjoyed crocheting, cross stitching, making jewelry and beading jewelry. She had a great love of music, and

enjoyed playing her piano. She was a strong in her Catholic Faith, and continuously prayed for others.

Survivors include her husband, Patrick Suppes, of the home; her children, Amy Perry and husband, Vince, Ellsworth, KS; Julie Hoverson and husband, John, Smithville, MO; Christy Baalmann and husband, Mark, LaCrosse, KS; James Suppes and wife, Brittany, Smith Center, KS; Matthew Suppes and wife, Sharon, Baldwin City, KS; her grandchildren, Christian and Aiden Suppes; Brooklyn Perry; Jailee and Jayden Hoverson; Johannah, Jace and Jodie Baalmann; Elsie and Emmett Suppes, Abigail Suppes; her mother-in-law, Elsie Suppes, Locust Grove Nursing Home, LaCrosse, KS; her brothers, Pat O’Connor, Salina, KS; Michael O’Connor and wife, Janet, Salina, KS; Brian O’Connor and wife, Terri, Concordia, KS; her sister, Colleen Harris and husband, Bill, Memphis, TN; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Catherine O’Connor; and her father-in-law, Julius J. Suppes.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfiefer, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Inurnment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer, Kansas.

A vigil service will be at 6:45 P.M. Friday, June 23, 2023, followed by a St. Ann’s Altar Society rosary at 7:00 P.M. Friday, both at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 8:30 to 9:00 A.M. Saturday, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer.

The family suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities INC. in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

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 </figure>Kathleen A. (O’Connor) Suppes – age 61 passed away on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at Hays Medical Center.She was born November 11, 1961, in Concordia, Kansas to Earl Eugene and Catherine Ann (Schneweis) O’Connor. She married Patrick Suppes and into his family of five children on November 21, 1997, in Olmitz, Kansas.She was an LPN and worked at area nursing homes and hospitals for over 35 years in Victoria, Hays, Russell, Great Bend, Larned and LaCrosse. Kathleen started her nursing career as a CAN working with her mother taking care of the nuns in Concordia, and retired early in 2018. She grew up in Concordia and attended Concordia High School.She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church and St. Ann’s Altar Society in Olmitz. She enjoyed crocheting, cross stitching, making jewelry and beading jewelry. She had a great love of music, andenjoyed playing her piano. She was a strong in her Catholic Faith, and continuously prayed for others.Survivors include her husband, Patrick Suppes, of the home; her children, Amy Perry and husband, Vince, Ellsworth, KS; Julie Hoverson and husband, John, Smithville, MO; Christy Baalmann and husband, Mark, LaCrosse, KS; James Suppes and wife, Brittany, Smith Center, KS; Matthew Suppes and wife, Sharon, Baldwin City, KS; her grandchildren, Christian and Aiden Suppes; Brooklyn Perry; Jailee and Jayden Hoverson; Johannah, Jace and Jodie Baalmann; Elsie and Emmett Suppes, Abigail Suppes; her mother-in-law, Elsie Suppes, Locust Grove Nursing Home, LaCrosse, KS; her brothers, Pat O’Connor, Salina, KS; Michael O’Connor and wife, Janet, Salina, KS; Brian O’Connor and wife, Terri, Concordia, KS; her sister, Colleen Harris and husband, Bill, Memphis, TN; as well as many cousins, nieces and nephews.Kathleen was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Catherine O’Connor; and her father-in-law, Julius J. Suppes.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 9:00 A.M. Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfiefer, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Inurnment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Pfeifer, Kansas.A vigil service will be at 6:45 P.M. Friday, June 23, 2023, followed by a St. Ann’s Altar Society rosary at 7:00 P.M. Friday, both at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays and from 8:30 to 9:00 A.M. Saturday, at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Pfeifer.The family suggests memorials made payable to: Holy Cross Charities INC. in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com.

Kathleen (O'Connor) Suppes, age 61

Manuela “Emma” Granados Gonsalez Moreno, 94, passed away on June 17, 2023, at her home in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on June 5, 1929, in Holly, Colorado, to Manuel Granados and Francisca Sanchez. On February 13, 1960, she married Manuel DeJesus Moreno, Jr., in Great Bend, Kansas. He passed on October 25, 2008.

A resident of Great Bend since 1953 coming from Colorado, Emma was a nurse aide and medical aide at Great Bend Manor. She was a faithful and dedicated Jehovah’s Witness, having enjoyed pioneering with fellow witnesses in the ministries.

Survivors include five sons, Julian Gonsalez of Great Bend, Gilbert (Kelly) Gonsalez of Great Bend, Albert Gonsalez of Topeka, Robert (Barb) Moreno of Topeka, and Richard Moreno of Olathe; four daughters, Alice Delgado of Wichita, Gloria Snow of Great Bend, Rose Cain of Great Bend, and Teresa Moreno of Wichita; thirty-one grandchildren; sixty-three great grandchildren; thirty-three great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her husband; son, Elias T. Gonsalez, Jr.; daughter, Mary Ward; grandson, Eddie Ward; daughter-in-law, Lesli Gonsalez; her parents; infant brother, John Gonsalez; and her siblings, Pilar, Julianna, Juan, Antonio, Rosa and Lino.

Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Michael L. Espinosa presiding. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Manuela “Emma” Granados Gonsalez Moreno, 94, passed away on June 17, 2023, at her home in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on June 5, 1929, in Holly, Colorado, to Manuel Granados and Francisca Sanchez. On February 13, 1960, she married Manuel DeJesus Moreno, Jr., in Great Bend, Kansas. He passed on October 25, 2008.A resident of Great Bend since 1953 coming from Colorado, Emma was a nurse aide and medical aide at Great Bend Manor. She was a faithful and dedicated Jehovah’s Witness, having enjoyed pioneering with fellow witnesses in the ministries.Survivors include five sons, Julian Gonsalez of Great Bend, Gilbert (Kelly) Gonsalez of Great Bend, Albert Gonsalez of Topeka, Robert (Barb) Moreno of Topeka, and Richard Moreno of Olathe; four daughters, Alice Delgado of Wichita, Gloria Snow of Great Bend, Rose Cain of Great Bend, and Teresa Moreno of Wichita; thirty-one grandchildren; sixty-three great grandchildren; thirty-three great-great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.She is preceded in death by her husband; son, Elias T. Gonsalez, Jr.; daughter, Mary Ward; grandson, Eddie Ward; daughter-in-law, Lesli Gonsalez; her parents; infant brother, John Gonsalez; and her siblings, Pilar, Julianna, Juan, Antonio, Rosa and Lino.Visitation will take place from Noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 20, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Michael L. Espinosa presiding. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Manuela 'Emma' Granados Gonsalez Moreno, age 94

Aliease Delores Dougherty, 94, passed away on June 14, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend. She was born on Feb. 11, 1929, in El Dorado, to Charles W. and Lucy Hadassa (Baker) Barker. On Oct. 3, 1947, she married Richard Dougherty; they later divorced.

A resident of Great Bend since 1947, Aliease was a farm wife and homemaker. She was a member of the Great Bend Pilot Club and was a 4-H “El Caballo” Equestrian Leader, as well as an active volunteer for the Great Bend Humane Society and Central Kansas CASA. Aliease loved her animals and cherished time with her family.

Survivors include a son, Richard (Reva) Dougherty of Great Bend; eight grandchildren, Jon Thornbrugh, James Thornbrugh, Jeff Thornbrugh, Joshua Robinson, Marshall Miller, Michael Miller, Lori Strecker and Stacy Dougherty; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Anita Van Tries of Tennessee, Berneal Baker of Wichita, and Norma Gilliland of Lincoln, Neb.; and a son-in-law, Ron Miller, Great Bend. She is preceded in death by two daughters, Ann Miller and Mary Robinson; her parents; a brother, David Wilson; and a sister, Joyce Whitaker.

Visitation will take place from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 18, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing, S.A.M, presiding. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Gentiva Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Aliease Delores Dougherty, 94, passed away on June 14, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend. She was born on Feb. 11, 1929, in El Dorado, to Charles W. and Lucy Hadassa (Baker) Barker. On Oct. 3, 1947, she married Richard Dougherty; they later divorced.A resident of Great Bend since 1947, Aliease was a farm wife and homemaker. She was a member of the Great Bend Pilot Club and was a 4-H “El Caballo” Equestrian Leader, as well as an active volunteer for the Great Bend Humane Society and Central Kansas CASA. Aliease loved her animals and cherished time with her family.Survivors include a son, Richard (Reva) Dougherty of Great Bend; eight grandchildren, Jon Thornbrugh, James Thornbrugh, Jeff Thornbrugh, Joshua Robinson, Marshall Miller, Michael Miller, Lori Strecker and Stacy Dougherty; 10 great-grandchildren; three sisters, Anita Van Tries of Tennessee, Berneal Baker of Wichita, and Norma Gilliland of Lincoln, Neb.; and a son-in-law, Ron Miller, Great Bend. She is preceded in death by two daughters, Ann Miller and Mary Robinson; her parents; a brother, David Wilson; and a sister, Joyce Whitaker.Visitation will take place from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday, June 18, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place at 10 a.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing, S.A.M, presiding. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Gentiva Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

Aliease Dougherty, age 94

Gary Mac Fox, 75, passed away June 13, 2023, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe.

He was born Sept. 21, 1947, in Great Bend, the son of Walter Mac and Dorothy Goldsmith Fox.

Gary graduated from Larned High School in 1966. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served his country for four years. During that time, he was stationed in (Saigon) Vietnam for one year, where he served as a jet mechanic. He often took R&amp;R trips to Japan, where he would purchase electronic equipment and send it home for safe keeping. His family enjoyed the use of his record player, reel-to-reel tape player and massive speakers until he returned home to reclaim them.

Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force he returned to Kansas and attended and graduated from the North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit, in today’s equivalent of Agriculture Equipment Technology. Having grown up on the family farm, Agricultural Mechanicing was his way of staying connected to the family farm.

He then worked for several years for the John Deere dealerships in Larned, Great Bend, and Ottawa. After his career with John Deere, he worked at the Walmart Distribution Center for several years until he began his career with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He worked for KDOT until February 2023. Gary accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in 1986 at the New Covenant Church in Larned.

On Jan. 12, 1974, he married Marsha Schultz at Larned; they later divorced.

On Dec. 27, 1993, he married Michaelene Hurd at Larned; she preceded him in death April 18, 2016.

Survivors include: two sons, Eric (Jessie) Fox, Larned, Chris Fox, Salt Lake City, Utah; two step daughters, Amy (Scott) Borton, Lawrence, Leah Hanson, Wichita; two brothers, Larry (Marilyn) Fox, Manhattan, Maurice Fox, Larned; six grandchildren, Allen Fox, Easton Fox, Eli Fox, Evan Fox, Kimberly Hanson, and Tyler Hanson.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Michaelene, and an infant sister, Beth Ann Fox.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor David Spare presiding.

Memorials may be given to the American Diabetes Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Gary Mac Fox, 75, passed away June 13, 2023, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe.He was born Sept. 21, 1947, in Great Bend, the son of Walter Mac and Dorothy Goldsmith Fox.Gary graduated from Larned High School in 1966. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Air Force where he served his country for four years. During that time, he was stationed in (Saigon) Vietnam for one year, where he served as a jet mechanic. He often took R&amp;R trips to Japan, where he would purchase electronic equipment and send it home for safe keeping. His family enjoyed the use of his record player, reel-to-reel tape player and massive speakers until he returned home to reclaim them.Following his honorable discharge from the Air Force he returned to Kansas and attended and graduated from the North Central Kansas Technical College in Beloit, in today’s equivalent of Agriculture Equipment Technology. Having grown up on the family farm, Agricultural Mechanicing was his way of staying connected to the family farm.He then worked for several years for the John Deere dealerships in Larned, Great Bend, and Ottawa. After his career with John Deere, he worked at the Walmart Distribution Center for several years until he began his career with the Kansas Department of Transportation. He worked for KDOT until February 2023. Gary accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior in 1986 at the New Covenant Church in Larned.On Jan. 12, 1974, he married Marsha Schultz at Larned; they later divorced.On Dec. 27, 1993, he married Michaelene Hurd at Larned; she preceded him in death April 18, 2016.Survivors include: two sons, Eric (Jessie) Fox, Larned, Chris Fox, Salt Lake City, Utah; two step daughters, Amy (Scott) Borton, Lawrence, Leah Hanson, Wichita; two brothers, Larry (Marilyn) Fox, Manhattan, Maurice Fox, Larned; six grandchildren, Allen Fox, Easton Fox, Eli Fox, Evan Fox, Kimberly Hanson, and Tyler Hanson.He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Michaelene, and an infant sister, Beth Ann Fox.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be 10 a.m. Monday, June 19, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with Pastor David Spare presiding.Memorials may be given to the American Diabetes Association in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Gary Fox, age 75

Nancy Kathryn Baxter, 67, passed away on June 11, 2023, at University of Kansas Health Systems ER – Great Bend Campus, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on November 30, 1955, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Hiram Joseph Jr. and Patricia Ida Mae (Younkin) Baxter.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, during her working years, Nancy was the accompanist for Great Bend High School Choir groups. She was also a well-known accompanist outside of the school district in different groups, churches, and even socially. Nancy was a member of Encounter Church, graduating from the Women of Valor Discipleship Program, and later became a mentor of ladies in the program, and the Worship Band. She was a former member of First United Methodist Church, Chapter HR-PEO, and Job’s Daughters. Nancy was a passionate University of Kansas fan, loved cooking and spending time with her dogs, and above all, cherished spending time with her family, stepping into the matriarch role and being the favorite aunt to her nieces and nephews she referred to as “her kids”.

Survivors include three brothers, Jeffrey Baxter and wife Connie, of Leavenworth, Charles Baxter and wife Karen, of Basehor, Alan Baxter of Great Bend; a sister, Lori Underwood and husband Jeff, of Lawrence; “her kids”, Dustin Baxter and wife Sarah, Tara Talley and husband Trent, Olivia Natelli and husband Kenny, David Baxter, Jonathan Baxter, Lindsay Baxter, Megan Berger and husband Chris, Patrick Underwood and wife Makenna, Kelly Blackburn and husband Logan, Chelsea Fincham and husband Brandon, Robert Underwood, AnnaLeesha Huddleston and husband Cody, and Addison Baxter and wife Kelsie; and great nieces and nephews, Arthur Baxter, Hunter Talley, Wyatt Talley, Avery Talley, Magdelyn Talley, Aurora Natelli, Nova Natelli, Audrey Underwood, Landon Berger, Matthew Berger, Owen Blackburn, Lucy Blackburn, Charlotte Fincham, Charley Rose Huddleston, Kason Baxter, Kouper Baxter, and one on the way. She is preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will take place at Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on June 21, 2023, at Encounter Church, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Encounter Church Women of Valor Discipleship Program, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Nancy Kathryn Baxter, 67, passed away on June 11, 2023, at University of Kansas Health Systems ER – Great Bend Campus, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on November 30, 1955, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Hiram Joseph Jr. and Patricia Ida Mae (Younkin) Baxter.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, during her working years, Nancy was the accompanist for Great Bend High School Choir groups. She was also a well-known accompanist outside of the school district in different groups, churches, and even socially. Nancy was a member of Encounter Church, graduating from the Women of Valor Discipleship Program, and later became a mentor of ladies in the program, and the Worship Band. She was a former member of First United Methodist Church, Chapter HR-PEO, and Job’s Daughters. Nancy was a passionate University of Kansas fan, loved cooking and spending time with her dogs, and above all, cherished spending time with her family, stepping into the matriarch role and being the favorite aunt to her nieces and nephews she referred to as “her kids”.Survivors include three brothers, Jeffrey Baxter and wife Connie, of Leavenworth, Charles Baxter and wife Karen, of Basehor, Alan Baxter of Great Bend; a sister, Lori Underwood and husband Jeff, of Lawrence; “her kids”, Dustin Baxter and wife Sarah, Tara Talley and husband Trent, Olivia Natelli and husband Kenny, David Baxter, Jonathan Baxter, Lindsay Baxter, Megan Berger and husband Chris, Patrick Underwood and wife Makenna, Kelly Blackburn and husband Logan, Chelsea Fincham and husband Brandon, Robert Underwood, AnnaLeesha Huddleston and husband Cody, and Addison Baxter and wife Kelsie; and great nieces and nephews, Arthur Baxter, Hunter Talley, Wyatt Talley, Avery Talley, Magdelyn Talley, Aurora Natelli, Nova Natelli, Audrey Underwood, Landon Berger, Matthew Berger, Owen Blackburn, Lucy Blackburn, Charlotte Fincham, Charley Rose Huddleston, Kason Baxter, Kouper Baxter, and one on the way. She is preceded in death by her parents.Visitation will take place at Noon to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on June 21, 2023, at Encounter Church, with Pastor Dwight Dozier presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Encounter Church Women of Valor Discipleship Program, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Nancy Baxter, age 67

Ann Haremza, 79, of Larned, passed away in Topeka at Stormont Vail Health on June 11, 2023. Ann was born in Great Bend, on Jan. 5, 1944, to Lawrence and Mildred (Simpson) Spacil. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School and graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1962. She then went on to graduate from St. Joseph Nursing School in Wichita. Through the years Ann worked for various clinics and hospitals as a Registered Nurse. She retired from the Dominican Sisters of Peace of Great Bend in 2021.&nbsp;

Ann is survived by Granddaughter, Alivia Cook, Topeka;&nbsp;daughter-in-law,&nbsp;Nicole Cook, Topeka; brother, Leon (Carol) Spacil, Omaha, Neb.; sister-in-law, Candi Spacil, Wichita. Other survivors include several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by son, Shawn; sister, June; brother-in-law, Marty Harshberger; brother, Paul; baby sister, Judy and her parents and husband, Ed Haremza.&nbsp;

Memorial Mass will take place at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 20 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood. Altar society Rosary will take place 30 minutes prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church (Ellinwood), Sacred Heart Catholic Church (Larned) or Dominican Sisters of Peace (Great Bend) in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Ann Haremza, 79, of Larned, passed away in Topeka at Stormont Vail Health on June 11, 2023. Ann was born in Great Bend, on Jan. 5, 1944, to Lawrence and Mildred (Simpson) Spacil. She attended St. Joseph Catholic School and graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1962. She then went on to graduate from St. Joseph Nursing School in Wichita. Through the years Ann worked for various clinics and hospitals as a Registered Nurse. She retired from the Dominican Sisters of Peace of Great Bend in 2021.&nbsp;Ann is survived by Granddaughter, Alivia Cook, Topeka;&nbsp;daughter-in-law,&nbsp;Nicole Cook, Topeka; brother, Leon (Carol) Spacil, Omaha, Neb.; sister-in-law, Candi Spacil, Wichita. Other survivors include several nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was preceded in death by son, Shawn; sister, June; brother-in-law, Marty Harshberger; brother, Paul; baby sister, Judy and her parents and husband, Ed Haremza.&nbsp;Memorial Mass will take place at 10 a.m., Tuesday, June 20 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood. Altar society Rosary will take place 30 minutes prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Catholic Church (Ellinwood), Sacred Heart Catholic Church (Larned) or Dominican Sisters of Peace (Great Bend) in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

Ann Harezma, age 79

Rosalie Ann Urban, 83, passed away June 12, 2023, at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home in Little River. She was born July 18, 1939, at Quinter, to Balthasar J. &amp; Angela (Von-Lintel) Richmeier. She married Arsenius A. Urban on February 20, 1960, in Great Bend.

A longtime Great Bend and Seward area resident, Rosalie was a hairdresser. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Seward, Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend and the Altar Society. She was a very talented quilter and cook, and she always made sure that her family was fed well.

Survivors include, her husband, Arsenius of the home; three sons, Wayne Urban and wife LuAnn of St. Joseph, Mo., Bryan Urban and wife Joyce of Wichita and Daryle Urban and wife Shelley of Ozawkie, Kan.; a daughter, Denise Joslin and husband Dr. Charles Joslin of Ellinwood; four sisters, Sophie, Jean, Patty and Roberta; ten grandchildren; and six great grandchildren, with the seventh to arrive in August. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Nicholas Joslin; three brothers, Valerian, Frank and Jerry Richmeier; and two sisters, Agnes and Margie.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 16, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery in Seward. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Sandstone Heights Nursing Home Activity Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Rosalie Ann Urban, 83, passed away June 12, 2023, at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home in Little River. She was born July 18, 1939, at Quinter, to Balthasar J. &amp; Angela (Von-Lintel) Richmeier. She married Arsenius A. Urban on February 20, 1960, in Great Bend.A longtime Great Bend and Seward area resident, Rosalie was a hairdresser. She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Seward, Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend and the Altar Society. She was a very talented quilter and cook, and she always made sure that her family was fed well.Survivors include, her husband, Arsenius of the home; three sons, Wayne Urban and wife LuAnn of St. Joseph, Mo., Bryan Urban and wife Joyce of Wichita and Daryle Urban and wife Shelley of Ozawkie, Kan.; a daughter, Denise Joslin and husband Dr. Charles Joslin of Ellinwood; four sisters, Sophie, Jean, Patty and Roberta; ten grandchildren; and six great grandchildren, with the seventh to arrive in August. She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Nicholas Joslin; three brothers, Valerian, Frank and Jerry Richmeier; and two sisters, Agnes and Margie.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, June 16, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, June 17, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in St. Francis Xavier Catholic Cemetery in Seward. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Sandstone Heights Nursing Home Activity Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rosalie Urban, age 83

Daniel “Danny” LeRoy, 61, passed away June 11, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson. He was born on July 12, 1961, at Great Bend, to Robert &amp; LouAnn (Farmer) LeRoy. He married Mary Keil on February 14, 2007, in Great Bend.

A lifetime Barton county resident, Danny was a farmer. He was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ, Mid Kansas Water Quality Association, Buffalo Township Board Member, and was a former chairman for Great Bend Coop Association and Kansas Farm Management. Danny loved to play cards, travel, go four-wheeling and socialize with his family and friends.

Survivors include, his wife Mary Keil-LeRoy of the home; a step son, Mark Straub and wife Misty of Great Bend; a step daughter, Sheila Watkins of Hutchinson; his parents, Robert and LouAnn LeRoy of Great Bend; a brother, David LeRoy and wife Leslie of Great Bend; two sisters, Kathy Riggs and husband Keith of Great Bend, and Susan LeRoy (Dave Spellman) of Tulsa, Okla.; and five grandchildren, Makenna Straub, Makeila Straub, Lachlan Watkins, Brock Watkins and Taylor Swensen; three nieces and one nephew.

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 </figure>Daniel “Danny” LeRoy, 61, passed away June 11, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center in Hutchinson. He was born on July 12, 1961, at Great Bend, to Robert &amp; LouAnn (Farmer) LeRoy. He married Mary Keil on February 14, 2007, in Great Bend.A lifetime Barton county resident, Danny was a farmer. He was a member of First Congregational United Church of Christ, Mid Kansas Water Quality Association, Buffalo Township Board Member, and was a former chairman for Great Bend Coop Association and Kansas Farm Management. Danny loved to play cards, travel, go four-wheeling and socialize with his family and friends.Survivors include, his wife Mary Keil-LeRoy of the home; a step son, Mark Straub and wife Misty of Great Bend; a step daughter, Sheila Watkins of Hutchinson; his parents, Robert and LouAnn LeRoy of Great Bend; a brother, David LeRoy and wife Leslie of Great Bend; two sisters, Kathy Riggs and husband Keith of Great Bend, and Susan LeRoy (Dave Spellman) of Tulsa, Okla.; and five grandchildren, Makenna Straub, Makeila Straub, Lachlan Watkins, Brock Watkins and Taylor Swensen; three nieces and one nephew.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00, Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, June 15, 2023, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, with Pastor Mike Munz presiding. Interment will be in Everett Cemetery, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to First Congregational United Church of Christ, Great Bend Community Theater or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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