John Edwin Grummon, 80, passed away Nov. 21, 2023, at his home in Great Bend, after a three-year illness. John was born April 2, 1943, in Omaha, Neb., to Daniel and Elda (Goff) Grummon.

His family moved to Walters, Okla., where his parents served as American Baptist Home Missionaries to Native American churches. John excelled in school academics, music, and was very athletic, playing football, basketball, and track in high school. He graduated from Walters High School in 1961, graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, in 1965, and married Dee Anne Baldwin. He graduated from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, Kan., in 1969, served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Marysville for five years, and the Beloit-Simpson Baptist Parish for 22 years.

Pastoral care was always a natural gift in John’s ministry. He loved people and learning their stories. In 1996, he took a one-year CPE Residency at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo., to pursue a career as a chaplain. John and Dee Anne moved to Great Bend, where he served as chaplain for Central Kansas Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital in Larned, and also Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice until retirement in 2014. John continued to volunteer for GBHH until his health issues prevailed.

John was an active layman of Central Baptist Church, Great Bend, serving on boards, committees, and choir as long as his health allowed. As a board-certified Chaplain, he was endorsed by ABC-USA, belonged to the Association of Professional Chaplains, and was long-time treasurer of the Kansas Association of Chaplains.

John is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dee Anne, and two sons, Daniel Grummon (Ivan), Toronto, Canada, David Grummon (Miranda), Shawnee, grandsons, Joshua and Isaiah Grummon, and one sister, Donna Pena (Ramon), Mesa, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, George Grummon. John was admired and much loved by in-laws, nieces, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life is planned for 1:30 p.m. (CST), Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at Central Baptist Church, 3301 Lakin St., Great Bend. The service will be live-streamed at www.centralbaptistchurchofgb.com on Facebook. Memorials have been designated to Central Baptist Church or Golden Belt Home Health and 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

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 </figure>John Edwin Grummon, 80, passed away Nov. 21, 2023, at his home in Great Bend, after a three-year illness. John was born April 2, 1943, in Omaha, Neb., to Daniel and Elda (Goff) Grummon.His family moved to Walters, Okla., where his parents served as American Baptist Home Missionaries to Native American churches. John excelled in school academics, music, and was very athletic, playing football, basketball, and track in high school. He graduated from Walters High School in 1961, graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, in 1965, and married Dee Anne Baldwin. He graduated from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, Kan., in 1969, served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Marysville for five years, and the Beloit-Simpson Baptist Parish for 22 years.Pastoral care was always a natural gift in John’s ministry. He loved people and learning their stories. In 1996, he took a one-year CPE Residency at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Mo., to pursue a career as a chaplain. John and Dee Anne moved to Great Bend, where he served as chaplain for Central Kansas Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital in Larned, and also Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice until retirement in 2014. John continued to volunteer for GBHH until his health issues prevailed.John was an active layman of Central Baptist Church, Great Bend, serving on boards, committees, and choir as long as his health allowed. As a board-certified Chaplain, he was endorsed by ABC-USA, belonged to the Association of Professional Chaplains, and was long-time treasurer of the Kansas Association of Chaplains.John is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dee Anne, and two sons, Daniel Grummon (Ivan), Toronto, Canada, David Grummon (Miranda), Shawnee, grandsons, Joshua and Isaiah Grummon, and one sister, Donna Pena (Ramon), Mesa, Ariz. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, George Grummon. John was admired and much loved by in-laws, nieces, and cousins.A Celebration of Life is planned for 1:30 p.m. (CST), Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at Central Baptist Church, 3301 Lakin St., Great Bend. The service will be live-streamed at www.centralbaptistchurchofgb.com on Facebook. Memorials have been designated to Central Baptist Church or Golden Belt Home Health and 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

John Grummon, age 80

Arlyne LaRuth Drake Basom, 90, passed away Dec. 27, 2023.

Arlyne was born July 3, 1933 in Great Bend, the daughter of (Earl) Arlyn Drake and Ruth E. Peterson Drake.

Arlyne was raised in Garfield and graduated from Garfield High School. She attended Colorado Women’s College, Wichita State University, Troy State College and Fort Hays State University, receiving a B.S. in Business, a B.S. in Education and a M.S. in Library Science.

In 1954, she married Darrel W. Basom in Garfield. She was a proud military wife, active in the Officer’s Wives Clubs and moved often during Darrell’s multiple deployments to Korea and Vietnam.

Arlyne was the Hillside Elementary School Librarian before transitioning to teaching Larned High School and Barton County Community College English classes. She was a beloved teacher, positively impacting the lives of numerous students, and she received the Christa McAuliffe award honoring her exemplary teaching. Arlyne played the piano and was the organist for Grace Lutheran Church in Larned for 44 years.

She was proud of her Swedish and English heritage. Arlyne loved her cats, a hot cup of tea and reading. She also enjoyed music, live theater, traveling, sewing, quilting, cooking, baking, gardening, volunteering and watching KU basketball. She found great joy in cooking and baking for family celebrations and for others and was happiest when surrounded by her family. With a true Christian spirit, Arlyne loved serving others with her gracious and generous heart.

Arlyne was active in the community for the last 57 years. She was a member of Eastern Star, DAR, Music Club, AAUW, Quilting Club, Community Concert Association, Phi Beta Kappa, PVCH Auxillary and Grace Lutheran Church. She served on the Jordaan Scholarship Board for many years, was a 4-H judge, a Kansas Governor’s Cookie Jar Champion and a Christmas Parade Grand Marshal.

Survivors include: five children, Thon (Anna-Maria) Basom, Garfield, Teresa (Miles) Coady, Florida/North Carolina, Cynthia (Alan) Mead, Larned, Lydia (Michael) Beason, South Carolina, Dara Katherine McClendon, Texas; 13 grandchildren, Kristin (Jon) Mills, Kerri Mead, Brian (Brooke) Coady, Katie (Dylan) Bishop, Ruth (Geoff) Argue, Jordan (Kalie) Olsen, Creighton Olsen, Kjersti Olsen, Scarlett (Anthony) Cannata, Drake, Cole, Breck and Karenna McClendon and 12 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Arlyn Drake, her brothers Donnie and Monet Drake, sister-in-law Sharon Drake, twin granddaughters Marie and Suzanne Coady, and son-in-law Greg McClendon.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, at Garfield Lutheran Church with Heather Drake presiding. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to Larned Music Club 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>Arlyne LaRuth Drake Basom, 90, passed away Dec. 27, 2023.Arlyne was born July 3, 1933 in Great Bend, the daughter of (Earl) Arlyn Drake and Ruth E. Peterson Drake.Arlyne was raised in Garfield and graduated from Garfield High School. She attended Colorado Women’s College, Wichita State University, Troy State College and Fort Hays State University, receiving a B.S. in Business, a B.S. in Education and a M.S. in Library Science.In 1954, she married Darrel W. Basom in Garfield. She was a proud military wife, active in the Officer’s Wives Clubs and moved often during Darrell’s multiple deployments to Korea and Vietnam.Arlyne was the Hillside Elementary School Librarian before transitioning to teaching Larned High School and Barton County Community College English classes. She was a beloved teacher, positively impacting the lives of numerous students, and she received the Christa McAuliffe award honoring her exemplary teaching. Arlyne played the piano and was the organist for Grace Lutheran Church in Larned for 44 years.She was proud of her Swedish and English heritage. Arlyne loved her cats, a hot cup of tea and reading. She also enjoyed music, live theater, traveling, sewing, quilting, cooking, baking, gardening, volunteering and watching KU basketball. She found great joy in cooking and baking for family celebrations and for others and was happiest when surrounded by her family. With a true Christian spirit, Arlyne loved serving others with her gracious and generous heart.Arlyne was active in the community for the last 57 years. She was a member of Eastern Star, DAR, Music Club, AAUW, Quilting Club, Community Concert Association, Phi Beta Kappa, PVCH Auxillary and Grace Lutheran Church. She served on the Jordaan Scholarship Board for many years, was a 4-H judge, a Kansas Governor’s Cookie Jar Champion and a Christmas Parade Grand Marshal.Survivors include: five children, Thon (Anna-Maria) Basom, Garfield, Teresa (Miles) Coady, Florida/North Carolina, Cynthia (Alan) Mead, Larned, Lydia (Michael) Beason, South Carolina, Dara Katherine McClendon, Texas; 13 grandchildren, Kristin (Jon) Mills, Kerri Mead, Brian (Brooke) Coady, Katie (Dylan) Bishop, Ruth (Geoff) Argue, Jordan (Kalie) Olsen, Creighton Olsen, Kjersti Olsen, Scarlett (Anthony) Cannata, Drake, Cole, Breck and Karenna McClendon and 12 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, Ruth and Arlyn Drake, her brothers Donnie and Monet Drake, sister-in-law Sharon Drake, twin granddaughters Marie and Suzanne Coady, and son-in-law Greg McClendon.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, at Garfield Lutheran Church with Heather Drake presiding. Visitation will be 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Garfield Cemetery.Memorials may be given to Larned Music Club in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Arlyne Basom, age 90

Paul D. Scheuerman, 88, died Dec. 27, 2023, at his home in Otis. He was born May 13, 1935, in Great Bend, the son of Benjamin F. and Dena (Hergert) Scheuerman. Paul graduated from Bazine High School in 1953, and then attended Fort Hays State College. He was drafted in 1956 and served in the United States Army as a Sergeant E-5.

After his honorable discharge from the military, he moved to Wichita where he completed technical school and worked for KANS – Radio station. Paul was gifted when it came to fixing any kind of appliance and so upon moving to Great Bend he began a long career at Andy’s TV &amp; Appliance of Great Bend where he worked for 38 years, finally retiring in 2005. Paul was a member of the former Otis United Methodist Church.

He is survived by his nephew; Kent Wolfe and wife Sonya of Hutchinson, and great nephew, Dakota Wolfe. Preceding him in death are his parents, a sister, Orva Wolfe, and a brother, Gail Benjamin Scheuerman.

Per Paul’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private family inurnment will be held at Otis Methodist Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to La Crosse United Methodist Church or Golden Belt Humane Society, 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>Paul D. Scheuerman, 88, died Dec. 27, 2023, at his home in Otis. He was born May 13, 1935, in Great Bend, the son of Benjamin F. and Dena (Hergert) Scheuerman. Paul graduated from Bazine High School in 1953, and then attended Fort Hays State College. He was drafted in 1956 and served in the United States Army as a Sergeant E-5.After his honorable discharge from the military, he moved to Wichita where he completed technical school and worked for KANS – Radio station. Paul was gifted when it came to fixing any kind of appliance and so upon moving to Great Bend he began a long career at Andy’s TV &amp; Appliance of Great Bend where he worked for 38 years, finally retiring in 2005. Paul was a member of the former Otis United Methodist Church.He is survived by his nephew; Kent Wolfe and wife Sonya of Hutchinson, and great nephew, Dakota Wolfe. Preceding him in death are his parents, a sister, Orva Wolfe, and a brother, Gail Benjamin Scheuerman.Per Paul’s wishes cremation has taken place and a private family inurnment will be held at Otis Methodist Cemetery.Memorials may be made to La Crosse United Methodist Church or Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

Paul Scheuerman, age 88

Frank Arias Garcia, 75, passed away Dec. 26, 2023 at his home in Wichita.

He was born Feb. 7, 1948 in Cheyenne Wells, Colo., the son of Lewis and Agapita Valerio Garcia.

Prior to moving to Wichita, he was a longtime Larned resident and worked as a Mental Health Aide for the Larned State Hospital. He was a past member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, current member of All Saints Catholic Church, Wichita and a past member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved fishing, hunting, scratching lottery tickets, watching western shows and the History Channel. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He served in the United States Army as a paratrooper and artillery instructor at West Point.

On Dec. 4, 1976, he married Linda Marie Perez in Larned; she survives.

Other survivors include: one son, Henry Garcia, Belpre; a daughter Melissa (Mario) Cortez, Wichita, Melinda Garcia, South Carolina; three brothers, Joe (Annie) Garcia, Larned, Dan Garcia, Larned, Raymond Garcia, Arizona; four sisters, Hilda Garcia, Baldwin City, Bertha (Larry) Echelberry, Missouri, Rita (Stan) Zabica, Oklahoma, Theresa Penrod, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, Damian, Kesha, Cordell, Tamber, Bryson, Blyss, Zaydenn, Kylee, Amy, Katya, Denise; five great grandchildren, Mune, Luis, Emily, Ivan and Allison.

He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Lou Garcia and sister Josephine.

Funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Ted Skalsky presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned with vigil and rosary at 6:30 p.m. Military honors will be presented following the service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.

Memorial maybe given to Frank Garcia Memorial Fund 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>Frank Arias Garcia, 75, passed away Dec. 26, 2023 at his home in Wichita.He was born Feb. 7, 1948 in Cheyenne Wells, Colo., the son of Lewis and Agapita Valerio Garcia.Prior to moving to Wichita, he was a longtime Larned resident and worked as a Mental Health Aide for the Larned State Hospital. He was a past member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, current member of All Saints Catholic Church, Wichita and a past member of the Knights of Columbus. He loved fishing, hunting, scratching lottery tickets, watching western shows and the History Channel. He also enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He served in the United States Army as a paratrooper and artillery instructor at West Point.On Dec. 4, 1976, he married Linda Marie Perez in Larned; she survives.Other survivors include: one son, Henry Garcia, Belpre; a daughter Melissa (Mario) Cortez, Wichita, Melinda Garcia, South Carolina; three brothers, Joe (Annie) Garcia, Larned, Dan Garcia, Larned, Raymond Garcia, Arizona; four sisters, Hilda Garcia, Baldwin City, Bertha (Larry) Echelberry, Missouri, Rita (Stan) Zabica, Oklahoma, Theresa Penrod, Ohio; eleven grandchildren, Damian, Kesha, Cordell, Tamber, Bryson, Blyss, Zaydenn, Kylee, Amy, Katya, Denise; five great grandchildren, Mune, Luis, Emily, Ivan and Allison.He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Lou Garcia and sister Josephine.Funeral mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Ted Skalsky presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned with vigil and rosary at 6:30 p.m. Military honors will be presented following the service at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned.Memorial maybe given to Frank Garcia Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Frank Garcia, age 75

Kanyn James Sharkey, 1, passed away December 26, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. He was born on June 16, 2022, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Taylor Sharkey.

Survivors include his mother of Otis, Kansas; grandparents, Mike and Colleen Sharkey of Otis, Kansas; uncle, Todd Sharkey and wife, Chantel of Otis Kansas; cousins, Josie and Parker Sharkey of Otis, Kansas; and numerous other loved ones.

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 </figure>Kanyn James Sharkey, 1, passed away December 26, 2023, at Ascension Via Christi St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. He was born on June 16, 2022, in Great Bend, Kansas, to Taylor Sharkey.Survivors include his mother of Otis, Kansas; grandparents, Mike and Colleen Sharkey of Otis, Kansas; uncle, Todd Sharkey and wife, Chantel of Otis Kansas; cousins, Josie and Parker Sharkey of Otis, Kansas; and numerous other loved ones.

Kanyn Sharkey, age 1

June Miller, 93, died Dec. 26, 2023, at Credo Senior Living, Hoisington. Fairy June Seymour was born June 1, 1930, in Leavenworth, the daughter of Carl L. and Lillian E. (Wolf) Seymour. June was raised in Tonganoxie, where she was known for her musical abilities, playing the piano and singing for many occasions.

She graduated from Tonganoxie High School in 1948 and then attended the University of Kansas, where she met the love of her life, Robert J. “Bobby Joe” Miller. They were married later that year on August 26, 1950, in Tonganoxie and lived in Kansas City. Shortly after they moved back to Claflin to raise their family and where they continued the family furniture business, Miller’s of Claflin. A homemaker and mother to 10, June was truly a busy mother. Running a household of that size meant being organized and practical but come the weekend there was always time to pack up a truckload of kids, including many of the kids’ neighborhood friends, and head to the lake. June always had room and food for everyone.

June was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Altar Society. She was a former member of the Daughters of Isabella and was also a Girl Scout and Cub Scout Leader for many years. She held numerous leadership roles in the community and was known to help wherever was needed. She enjoyed years helping to teach pre-school where her grandchildren attended, and many others then came to know her as Grandma June or GG. She loved her family and the bustle and noise of their large gatherings, yet still made you feel as if you had her undivided attention. She was known to have a sweet tooth and enjoyed trips to get a bite, especially KFC and DQ, or her unusual drink concoctions from Sonic.

She will be dearly missed by her nine children; Becky Cates of Haslet, Texas; Beth Woydziak of Morrison, Colo., Belinda Connell of Claflin, Barbara Musgrove and husband Jim of Claflin, Brad Miller and wife Cathy of Claflin, Brian Miller and wife Joan of Claflin, Brock Miller and wife Angie of Eudora, Bobette Kirmer and husband Marvin of Claflin, and Bridget Letourneau and husband Troy of Claflin; daughter-in-law, Tami Miller of Claflin; 36 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Bernie Spradling of El Dorado.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Miller, a son, Bill Miller, brother, Bill Seymour; three sons-in-law, Mike Connell, Alan Woydziak, and Ray Cates, and a grandson, Travis Cates.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.

Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, with Vigil and Rosary to begin at 7 p.m., all at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein and Father Benjamin Dande. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin.

Memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Renovation Project or the City of Claflin for a future children’s project, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>June Miller, 93, died Dec. 26, 2023, at Credo Senior Living, Hoisington. Fairy June Seymour was born June 1, 1930, in Leavenworth, the daughter of Carl L. and Lillian E. (Wolf) Seymour. June was raised in Tonganoxie, where she was known for her musical abilities, playing the piano and singing for many occasions.She graduated from Tonganoxie High School in 1948 and then attended the University of Kansas, where she met the love of her life, Robert J. “Bobby Joe” Miller. They were married later that year on August 26, 1950, in Tonganoxie and lived in Kansas City. Shortly after they moved back to Claflin to raise their family and where they continued the family furniture business, Miller’s of Claflin. A homemaker and mother to 10, June was truly a busy mother. Running a household of that size meant being organized and practical but come the weekend there was always time to pack up a truckload of kids, including many of the kids’ neighborhood friends, and head to the lake. June always had room and food for everyone.June was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Altar Society. She was a former member of the Daughters of Isabella and was also a Girl Scout and Cub Scout Leader for many years. She held numerous leadership roles in the community and was known to help wherever was needed. She enjoyed years helping to teach pre-school where her grandchildren attended, and many others then came to know her as Grandma June or GG. She loved her family and the bustle and noise of their large gatherings, yet still made you feel as if you had her undivided attention. She was known to have a sweet tooth and enjoyed trips to get a bite, especially KFC and DQ, or her unusual drink concoctions from Sonic.She will be dearly missed by her nine children; Becky Cates of Haslet, Texas; Beth Woydziak of Morrison, Colo., Belinda Connell of Claflin, Barbara Musgrove and husband Jim of Claflin, Brad Miller and wife Cathy of Claflin, Brian Miller and wife Joan of Claflin, Brock Miller and wife Angie of Eudora, Bobette Kirmer and husband Marvin of Claflin, and Bridget Letourneau and husband Troy of Claflin; daughter-in-law, Tami Miller of Claflin; 36 grandchildren, 78 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Bernie Spradling of El Dorado.She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert J. Miller, a son, Bill Miller, brother, Bill Seymour; three sons-in-law, Mike Connell, Alan Woydziak, and Ray Cates, and a grandson, Travis Cates.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home.Family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. Friday, with Vigil and Rosary to begin at 7 p.m., all at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 30, 2023, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein and Father Benjamin Dande. Burial will follow in Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin.Memorials may be made to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Renovation Project or the City of Claflin for a future children’s project, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

June Miller, age 93

Raymond C. Gallegos, 72, Galatia, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, at his home.

Raymond was born September 8, 1951, in El Paso, Texas. He was a resident of Galatia, Kansas, for 20+ years, moving from Hays, Kansas.

On December 31, 1994, he married the love of his life, Diana Jean Engel at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. She preceded him in death May 16, 2021.

He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas, a life member of VFW Post 10102, Burlington, Iowa, and a member of UA Local 669 - Sprinkler Fitters.

He was a United States Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam War.

Raymond’s job as a sprinkler fitter allowed him and his wife, Diana, to travel the United States extensively, something they both loved doing. Once they moved to Galatia, Kansas, Raymond and Diana owned and operated the Backroads Bar &amp; Grill, Galatia, Kansas, for many years. Raymond enjoyed fishing as a past time.

Survivors include: one daughter, Saska (Greg) Pfannenstiel, Hays, Kansas; one son, Joe (Helen) Lewis, Salina, Kansas; five grandchildren, Jesse (Audrey) Lewis, Danielle Pfannenstiel, and Dalton, Joey and Wyatt Lewis; five great grandchildren, Braden, Keaton, Jaxon, and Addilyn Lewis, and Atlas Lewis; one sister, Rose Gallegos, California; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and one son, Michael Lewis.

Church visitation will be Friday, December 29, 2023, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Friday, December 29, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka, officiating. Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.

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

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

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 </figure>Raymond C. Gallegos, 72, Galatia, Kansas, passed away Monday, December 25, 2023, at his home.Raymond was born September 8, 1951, in El Paso, Texas. He was a resident of Galatia, Kansas, for 20+ years, moving from Hays, Kansas.On December 31, 1994, he married the love of his life, Diana Jean Engel at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Hays, Kansas. She preceded him in death May 16, 2021.He was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas, a life member of VFW Post 10102, Burlington, Iowa, and a member of UA Local 669 - Sprinkler Fitters.He was a United States Army veteran, having served in the Vietnam War.Raymond’s job as a sprinkler fitter allowed him and his wife, Diana, to travel the United States extensively, something they both loved doing. Once they moved to Galatia, Kansas, Raymond and Diana owned and operated the Backroads Bar &amp; Grill, Galatia, Kansas, for many years. Raymond enjoyed fishing as a past time.Survivors include: one daughter, Saska (Greg) Pfannenstiel, Hays, Kansas; one son, Joe (Helen) Lewis, Salina, Kansas; five grandchildren, Jesse (Audrey) Lewis, Danielle Pfannenstiel, and Dalton, Joey and Wyatt Lewis; five great grandchildren, Braden, Keaton, Jaxon, and Addilyn Lewis, and Atlas Lewis; one sister, Rose Gallegos, California; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and one son, Michael Lewis.Church visitation will be Friday, December 29, 2023, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Friday, December 29, 2023, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka, officiating. Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Raymond Gallegos, age 72

Vicki Sue Hinds, 61, passed away December 25, 2023, at Stafford County Hospital, Stafford, Kansas. She was born on July 4, 1962, in Ft. Carson, Colorado, to Doral and Melva (Harrod) Julian. On January 4, 2013, she married Russell Hinds in Claflin, Kansas.

A resident of Claflin, Vicki spent most of her working life as a caretaker, along with previously working at Fuller Brush and Venture Corporation. She was a member of the Zenith Community Church. Vicki loved animals, gardening, being at the lake, and spending time with friends and family.

Survivors include her husband of the home; four brothers; Tim Julian and wife, Donna of Dighton, Tony Julian of Stafford, Gary Julian and wife, Amy of Stafford, and Andrew Julian and wife, Jennifer of Geneseo; sister, Pamela Larson of Spearfish, South Dakota; and good friend, Ramona Schwartz of Ellinwood.

She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Allen Ray Julian and Kenneth Harrod; and sister, Anita Volker.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Interment will follow at Pawnee Rock Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Vicki Sue Hinds, 61, passed away December 25, 2023, at Stafford County Hospital, Stafford, Kansas. She was born on July 4, 1962, in Ft. Carson, Colorado, to Doral and Melva (Harrod) Julian. On January 4, 2013, she married Russell Hinds in Claflin, Kansas.A resident of Claflin, Vicki spent most of her working life as a caretaker, along with previously working at Fuller Brush and Venture Corporation. She was a member of the Zenith Community Church. Vicki loved animals, gardening, being at the lake, and spending time with friends and family.Survivors include her husband of the home; four brothers; Tim Julian and wife, Donna of Dighton, Tony Julian of Stafford, Gary Julian and wife, Amy of Stafford, and Andrew Julian and wife, Jennifer of Geneseo; sister, Pamela Larson of Spearfish, South Dakota; and good friend, Ramona Schwartz of Ellinwood.She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Allen Ray Julian and Kenneth Harrod; and sister, Anita Volker.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. Friday, December 29, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, December 29, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Daniel Vandenburg presiding. Interment will follow at Pawnee Rock Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Vicki Hinds, age 61

Scott Thomas Parrott, 56, Nekoma, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at his home.

Scott was born Nov. 3, 1967, in Wichita, the son of Raymond T. and Joyce (Halling) Parrott. He was a resident of Rush County for two years, moving from Las Vegas, Nev. A 1986 graduate of Healy High School, Healy, he worked for the MGM Grand in Las Vega, Nev., as a security guard.

Scott loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his nephews and nieces. He promised his father he would take care of his mom, and he committedly did. He was a movie buff, enjoyed computer technology, a dog lover, and a Kansas City Chiefs fan, combining his love of dogs and the Chiefs when he named his beloved dog Mahomie. He was a Power Red Blood Donor, and served in the Kansas Army National Guard.

Survivors include: his mother, Joyce Parrott, Nekoma; two brothers, Gregory Parrott (Stefanie), La Crosse, and Richard Parrott (Eva), Hays; three sisters, Monica Scrudder, Gig Harbor, Wash., Jennifer York (Daren), Scott City, and Myrna Parrott (Jacob Murdoch), Las Vegas, Nev.; many nephews and nieces; and his beloved Mahomie.

He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Michael Brett Parrott; one sister, Janelle Whalen; and one brother in law, Steve Scrudder.

Per Scott’s wishes, the family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County American Red Cross Blood Drive.

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 </figure>Scott Thomas Parrott, 56, Nekoma, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at his home.Scott was born Nov. 3, 1967, in Wichita, the son of Raymond T. and Joyce (Halling) Parrott. He was a resident of Rush County for two years, moving from Las Vegas, Nev. A 1986 graduate of Healy High School, Healy, he worked for the MGM Grand in Las Vega, Nev., as a security guard.Scott loved his family and enjoyed spending time with his nephews and nieces. He promised his father he would take care of his mom, and he committedly did. He was a movie buff, enjoyed computer technology, a dog lover, and a Kansas City Chiefs fan, combining his love of dogs and the Chiefs when he named his beloved dog Mahomie. He was a Power Red Blood Donor, and served in the Kansas Army National Guard.Survivors include: his mother, Joyce Parrott, Nekoma; two brothers, Gregory Parrott (Stefanie), La Crosse, and Richard Parrott (Eva), Hays; three sisters, Monica Scrudder, Gig Harbor, Wash., Jennifer York (Daren), Scott City, and Myrna Parrott (Jacob Murdoch), Las Vegas, Nev.; many nephews and nieces; and his beloved Mahomie.He was preceded in death by his father; one brother, Michael Brett Parrott; one sister, Janelle Whalen; and one brother in law, Steve Scrudder.Per Scott’s wishes, the family has chosen cremation. A memorial service will be held at a later date.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to the Rush County American Red Cross Blood Drive.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Scott Parrott, age 56

Wichita - Rowena Nadine Smith, 85, passed away December 24, 2023 in Larned, Kansas.

She was born June 27, 1938 in Glen Elder, Kansas the daughter of Walter and Gladys Wadell Smith. A longtime Wichita resident; she was a Licensed Practical Nurse.

She liked jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, crocheting and knitting.

Survivors include; two sons, Michael Fanning, Wichita and Alvin Fanning, Bridgeport Connecticut; a daughter, Cris Garnett, Arizona; a brother, Lowell Smith, Groton, New York; two sisters, Paula Smith, Larned and Rose Smith, North Carolina and two grandchildren, Kylie Fanning and Gavin Fanning.

She was preceded in death by; her parents, and a sister, Lola Smith.

Wichita - Rowena Nadine Smith, 85, passed away December 24, 2023 in Larned, Kansas.She was born June 27, 1938 in Glen Elder, Kansas the daughter of Walter and Gladys Wadell Smith. A longtime Wichita resident; she was a Licensed Practical Nurse.She liked jigsaw puzzles, crossword puzzles, crocheting and knitting.Survivors include; two sons, Michael Fanning, Wichita and Alvin Fanning, Bridgeport Connecticut; a daughter, Cris Garnett, Arizona; a brother, Lowell Smith, Groton, New York; two sisters, Paula Smith, Larned and Rose Smith, North Carolina and two grandchildren, Kylie Fanning and Gavin Fanning.She was preceded in death by; her parents, and a sister, Lola Smith.

Rowena Smith, age 85

Everett “Bruce” Jones, 55, died peacefully in his home on Dec. 24, 2023.

He was born in Syracuse, raised in Holly, Colo., and moved to Larned in 2005 to be closer to family. He loved the Denver Broncos and football. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on a farm with his friend, Joe.

He was preceded in death by is father, Keith Jones; mother, Charlene Hook; brothers, LeRoy Hook, Kevin Jones, and Curt Whaley; sisters, Rita Denning and Georgia Tammen.

He is survived by three brothers, Buddy Hook, Tom Cady, Cody Whaley; six sisters, Keithetta Duff, Melinda Williams, Jennifer Coffee, Stacee Anderson, Trish Warren, and Cherie Shaver; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Cremation has taken place and services will be announced at a later date by Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Everett “Bruce” Jones, 55, died peacefully in his home on Dec. 24, 2023.He was born in Syracuse, raised in Holly, Colo., and moved to Larned in 2005 to be closer to family. He loved the Denver Broncos and football. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on a farm with his friend, Joe.He was preceded in death by is father, Keith Jones; mother, Charlene Hook; brothers, LeRoy Hook, Kevin Jones, and Curt Whaley; sisters, Rita Denning and Georgia Tammen.He is survived by three brothers, Buddy Hook, Tom Cady, Cody Whaley; six sisters, Keithetta Duff, Melinda Williams, Jennifer Coffee, Stacee Anderson, Trish Warren, and Cherie Shaver; and numerous nieces and nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.Cremation has taken place and services will be announced at a later date by Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Everett 'Bruce' Jones, age 55

Evelyn "Sally" Medlock, 81, passed away Dec. 21, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born May 18, 1942, in Hoisington, to William and Clara (Zirnich) Krestine, Sr. Sally married William "Dennis" Medlock Aug. 17, 1978. Dennis passed away June 3, 2012.

Sally, a long-time resident of Great Bend coming from Otis and Hoisington, was a member of Prince of Peace Parish and enjoyed crafts and fellowship with her friends.

Survivors include one son, William Medlock, II and his wife Chelsea of Raytown, Mo.; and six grandchildren, Gaea Medlock, Raica Medlock, River Medlock, Moia Medlock, Skyra Blackburn Crawford and Akia Blackburn.

She was preceded in death by daughter, Marla Blackburn; three brothers, William "Bill" Krestine, Dewey Krestine and Lawrence Jerome Krestine; and three sisters, Celeste Krestine, Ramona Torrez and Evangeline "Sherry" Jobes.

Private services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Evelyn "Sally" Medlock Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Evelyn "Sally" Medlock, 81, passed away Dec. 21, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born May 18, 1942, in Hoisington, to William and Clara (Zirnich) Krestine, Sr. Sally married William "Dennis" Medlock Aug. 17, 1978. Dennis passed away June 3, 2012.Sally, a long-time resident of Great Bend coming from Otis and Hoisington, was a member of Prince of Peace Parish and enjoyed crafts and fellowship with her friends.Survivors include one son, William Medlock, II and his wife Chelsea of Raytown, Mo.; and six grandchildren, Gaea Medlock, Raica Medlock, River Medlock, Moia Medlock, Skyra Blackburn Crawford and Akia Blackburn.She was preceded in death by daughter, Marla Blackburn; three brothers, William "Bill" Krestine, Dewey Krestine and Lawrence Jerome Krestine; and three sisters, Celeste Krestine, Ramona Torrez and Evangeline "Sherry" Jobes.Private services will be held at a later date. Memorials may be given to the Evelyn "Sally" Medlock Memorial Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

Evelyn 'Sally' Medlock, age 81

Tanya Marie Piland, 49, died Dec. 20, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born July 3, 1974, in Flagstaff, Ariz., the daughter of Bill D. and Lora (Zabala) Austin. Tanya graduated from Denver City High School, Denver City, Texas. She later attended Barton Community College.

She married Justin N. Piland on May 15, 2004, in Hoisington. They were blessed with a son Braydin in 2005.

Tanya was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was inducted into the Order of Molly Pitcher which recognizes those individuals who have voluntarily contributed in significant and meaningful ways to the improvement of the Field Artillery Community. Nearly a firecracker, being born so close to the 4th of July, Tanya was always a very patriotic person and loved celebrating it. Tanya was a great cook and used her skill cooking at Clara Barton Hospital, Braums, Larned State Hospital, and Hoisington School District 431. Her heart was always in the kitchen where she loved to cook for everyone, but would also hold you in line with her wooden spoon when needed. Family was important to Tanya and with the onset of her illness loved ones rallied around her taking “Team Tanya- because in this family no one fights alone,” as their motto.

Her family includes; her husband Justin Piland of the home; and son, Braydin Piland who is currently attending KU, Lawerence; father, Bill D. (Paula) Austin of Lima, Ohio; brother, Bill L. (Margaret) Austin; stepsister, Jessi McWilliams of Lima, Ohio; five nieces and nephews, Felicia Benson, Amber Benson, Taylor Baeza, Justin Austin and Jason Austin; and her extended family, Randy &amp; Rhonda Piland, Cory, Jatim, Logan and Lane Wagner, Betty Hicks, and Dr. Keith &amp; Becky Ritter.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Lora Zabala.

Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Ron Bailey presiding. Family will greet friends just prior to service, starting at 2 p.m. Burial will follow service in Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, 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>Tanya Marie Piland, 49, died Dec. 20, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born July 3, 1974, in Flagstaff, Ariz., the daughter of Bill D. and Lora (Zabala) Austin. Tanya graduated from Denver City High School, Denver City, Texas. She later attended Barton Community College.She married Justin N. Piland on May 15, 2004, in Hoisington. They were blessed with a son Braydin in 2005.Tanya was a member of the V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was inducted into the Order of Molly Pitcher which recognizes those individuals who have voluntarily contributed in significant and meaningful ways to the improvement of the Field Artillery Community. Nearly a firecracker, being born so close to the 4th of July, Tanya was always a very patriotic person and loved celebrating it. Tanya was a great cook and used her skill cooking at Clara Barton Hospital, Braums, Larned State Hospital, and Hoisington School District 431. Her heart was always in the kitchen where she loved to cook for everyone, but would also hold you in line with her wooden spoon when needed. Family was important to Tanya and with the onset of her illness loved ones rallied around her taking “Team Tanya- because in this family no one fights alone,” as their motto.Her family includes; her husband Justin Piland of the home; and son, Braydin Piland who is currently attending KU, Lawerence; father, Bill D. (Paula) Austin of Lima, Ohio; brother, Bill L. (Margaret) Austin; stepsister, Jessi McWilliams of Lima, Ohio; five nieces and nephews, Felicia Benson, Amber Benson, Taylor Baeza, Justin Austin and Jason Austin; and her extended family, Randy &amp; Rhonda Piland, Cory, Jatim, Logan and Lane Wagner, Betty Hicks, and Dr. Keith &amp; Becky Ritter.She was preceded in death by her mother, Lora Zabala.Funeral service will be 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Ron Bailey presiding. Family will greet friends just prior to service, starting at 2 p.m. Burial will follow service in Hillcrest Memorial Park.Memorials may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544. Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

Tanya Piland, age 49

John Strobel, 87, passed away on Nov. 21, 2023, in Colorado.

He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Connie (Pryor) Strobel, and children Karen Beinhoff and Mike (Heather) Strobel, as well as longtime friends Ernie and Dolores Charlifue.

Funeral services have taken place in Colorado. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at Great Bend Cemetery.

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 </figure>John Strobel, 87, passed away on Nov. 21, 2023, in Colorado.He is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Connie (Pryor) Strobel, and children Karen Beinhoff and Mike (Heather) Strobel, as well as longtime friends Ernie and Dolores Charlifue.Funeral services have taken place in Colorado. A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at Great Bend Cemetery.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

John Strobel, age 87

Scott Lynn Jurgensen, 62, passed away Dec. 15, 2023, at his home in Great Bend. He was born on July 24, 1961, in Great Bend, to Roy and Eunice (Davidson) Jurgensen.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Scott was a hairstylist and owner of Total Concepts. He loved his friends and family and was a devoted dog lover.

Survivors include his brother, Perry Jurgensen and wife, Betty of Salina, Kansas; and nephew, Zach Jurgensen and wife, Trish of Norman, Oklahoma.

Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at VFW Post #3111, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to Scott Jurgensen Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Scott Lynn Jurgensen, 62, passed away Dec. 15, 2023, at his home in Great Bend. He was born on July 24, 1961, in Great Bend, to Roy and Eunice (Davidson) Jurgensen.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Scott was a hairstylist and owner of Total Concepts. He loved his friends and family and was a devoted dog lover.Survivors include his brother, Perry Jurgensen and wife, Betty of Salina, Kansas; and nephew, Zach Jurgensen and wife, Trish of Norman, Oklahoma.He was preceded in death by his parents.Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life visitation will be held from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 28, 2023, at VFW Post #3111, Great Bend. Memorials have been designated to Scott Jurgensen Expense Fund, 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

Scott Jurgensen, age 62

Jason L. Martin, 49, died Dec. 18, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital ER, Hoisington. He was born Oct. 5, 1974, in Great Bend, the son of Rick Kleck and Cynthia Martin. Jason graduated from Hoisington High School in 1993 where he excelled at football. He then received a scholarship to play at Garden City Community College and later Washburn University.

He married Trisha L. Funk on Oct. 4, 2008, in Milberger. They were blessed with two daughters, Aubree and Ava.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Jason worked for 22 years for the railroad. He also spent time working as a bondsman and managing rental properties. He was a member of the First Christian Church. An avid outdoorsman, Jason loved hunting and fishing. Every 4th of July was always an extraordinary event in the Martin home and he put on quite the show. Above all else, he loved his girls and was at every event cheering them on or trying to beat them in board games, he just loved spending time with them.

Survivors include; his wife Trisha Martin of the home; and two daughters, Aubree and Ava Martin; his four-legged child, Lexus; father, Rick (Cindy) Kleck of Troy, Mo.; and mother, Cindy Martin of Great Bend; three brothers, Jared (Allie) Guesnier of Central, S.C.; Brian (Carri) Kleck and Adam (Lauren) Kleck, all of Troy, Mo.; two sisters, Jill (Dan) McCreary of Troy, Mo., and Amy (Adam) Mistler of Lake of the Ozarks, Mo.; grandmother, Joan Tenbarge of Newton; mother-in-law, Cindy (Clif) Strickland of Hoisington; father-in-law Dennis (Sue) Funk of Galatia; brother-in-law, Richard (Ann) Funk, of Great Bend; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry &amp; Esther Martin and George Kleck and his favorite hunting dog, Deuce.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., and a Prayer Service beginning at 7 p.m., all at the funeral home.

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing SAM presiding. Burial will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.

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

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 </figure>Jason L. Martin, 49, died Dec. 18, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital ER, Hoisington. He was born Oct. 5, 1974, in Great Bend, the son of Rick Kleck and Cynthia Martin. Jason graduated from Hoisington High School in 1993 where he excelled at football. He then received a scholarship to play at Garden City Community College and later Washburn University.He married Trisha L. Funk on Oct. 4, 2008, in Milberger. They were blessed with two daughters, Aubree and Ava.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Jason worked for 22 years for the railroad. He also spent time working as a bondsman and managing rental properties. He was a member of the First Christian Church. An avid outdoorsman, Jason loved hunting and fishing. Every 4th of July was always an extraordinary event in the Martin home and he put on quite the show. Above all else, he loved his girls and was at every event cheering them on or trying to beat them in board games, he just loved spending time with them.Survivors include; his wife Trisha Martin of the home; and two daughters, Aubree and Ava Martin; his four-legged child, Lexus; father, Rick (Cindy) Kleck of Troy, Mo.; and mother, Cindy Martin of Great Bend; three brothers, Jared (Allie) Guesnier of Central, S.C.; Brian (Carri) Kleck and Adam (Lauren) Kleck, all of Troy, Mo.; two sisters, Jill (Dan) McCreary of Troy, Mo., and Amy (Adam) Mistler of Lake of the Ozarks, Mo.; grandmother, Joan Tenbarge of Newton; mother-in-law, Cindy (Clif) Strickland of Hoisington; father-in-law Dennis (Sue) Funk of Galatia; brother-in-law, Richard (Ann) Funk, of Great Bend; along with numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harry &amp; Esther Martin and George Kleck and his favorite hunting dog, Deuce.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., and a Prayer Service beginning at 7 p.m., all at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 23, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing SAM presiding. Burial will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Jason L. Martin Memorial Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.Notices may viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

Jason Martin, age 49

Clayton Clyde Stinemetz, 83, passed away December 16, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. He was born on May 24, 1940, in Garden City, to Raymond and Jeta (Samples) Stinemetz. On March 10, 1962, he married Barbara McCarty in Raton, New Mexico.

A Great Bend resident since 1963, Clayton’s profession was the “Pepsi Man” – working in every area for Pepsi. He was a member of St. John Episcopal Church. Clayton loved baseball, coaching his daughters and grandchildren, spending much of his time at the ball parks, and was an avid Royals fan. He also enjoyed traveling and gambling. Clayton was a “dad” to everyone, and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.

Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Barb; five daughters, Cathlyn Zecha of Topeka, Stephanie Nuss of Great Bend, Stacy Schwartz of Great Bend, Starla Stout and husband, Duane, of Hoisington, and Hazel Peterson and husband, Bobby, of Norton; sixteen grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Jason, Nelson Jr., Tyler, Christopher, Joshua, Brett, Mitchell, Farah, Austin, Melissa, Cole, Meaghan, Nicholas, and Jacob; twenty great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Inez Newberry and Jeannine Stinemetz.

He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; a sister; and son-in-law, Danny Schwartz.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 19, 2023, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Jay Welshonse presiding. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Clayton Clyde Stinemetz, 83, passed away December 16, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. He was born on May 24, 1940, in Garden City, to Raymond and Jeta (Samples) Stinemetz. On March 10, 1962, he married Barbara McCarty in Raton, New Mexico.A Great Bend resident since 1963, Clayton’s profession was the “Pepsi Man” – working in every area for Pepsi. He was a member of St. John Episcopal Church. Clayton loved baseball, coaching his daughters and grandchildren, spending much of his time at the ball parks, and was an avid Royals fan. He also enjoyed traveling and gambling. Clayton was a “dad” to everyone, and loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids.Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Barb; five daughters, Cathlyn Zecha of Topeka, Stephanie Nuss of Great Bend, Stacy Schwartz of Great Bend, Starla Stout and husband, Duane, of Hoisington, and Hazel Peterson and husband, Bobby, of Norton; sixteen grandchildren, Michael, Matthew, Jason, Nelson Jr., Tyler, Christopher, Joshua, Brett, Mitchell, Farah, Austin, Melissa, Cole, Meaghan, Nicholas, and Jacob; twenty great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Inez Newberry and Jeannine Stinemetz.He was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers; a sister; and son-in-law, Danny Schwartz.Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 19, 2023, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will take place at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 20, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Jay Welshonse presiding. Private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Clayton Stinemetz, age 83

Marsha Elaine Dallen, 74, passed away December 15, 2023, surrounded by family at her home in Hoisington. She was born on February 23, 1949, in Salina, to Vernon and Mabel (Burt) Hays. On August 31, 1968, she married James Armond “Jim” Dallen at the Schilling Air Force Base in Salina.

Marsha started working at Dillons in 1967. She worked in many fields throughout her life and retired from Dillons in 2011.

Marsha attended church with her family at New Life Baptist Church. She was past president and member of the FOE Eagles Auxiliary and lifetime member of the VFW. Marsha enjoyed family reunions, traveling, playing cards, bingo, and was a proud supporter of the military. She was a very particular woman who had a very strict way of doing things, whether she meticulously organized her closet or her collections of different items. She crocheted many beautiful afghans and doilies for her family and friends. Above all else, Marsha loved being with her family and friends.

Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Ann Wilson-Compton and husband, Jeffrey of Hoisington; son, Richard James Dallen and wife, Violeta of Copperas Cove, Texas; sister, Arletta Googe of Salina; thirteen grandchildren, Brittany Turner and husband, Duke, Clarke Wilson, Jr., Tristin Compton, Jaala Compton, Justin Dallen, Austin Dallen, Krista Dallen, Brittny Dallen, Taylor Dallen and wife, Madison, Alysia Prater and husband, Dujuan, Samantha Anderson, Deanna Williams and husband, David, and Benjamin Anderson; and ten great-grandchildren, Vada Kaiser, Jhadyn Turner, Parker Turner, Briley Bash, Landyn Dallen, Maverick Dallen, Bennett Dallen, Jayla Prater, Hunter Williams, and Cameron Williams.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim, of 52 years; her parents; and brother-in-law, Robert Googe.

Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 21, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 22, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Denny Lewis presiding. Interment will follow at Poheta Cemetery, Saline County, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to the VFW Post #3111 or Children’s Mercy Hospital, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kansas 67544.

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 </figure>Marsha Elaine Dallen, 74, passed away December 15, 2023, surrounded by family at her home in Hoisington. She was born on February 23, 1949, in Salina, to Vernon and Mabel (Burt) Hays. On August 31, 1968, she married James Armond “Jim” Dallen at the Schilling Air Force Base in Salina.Marsha started working at Dillons in 1967. She worked in many fields throughout her life and retired from Dillons in 2011.Marsha attended church with her family at New Life Baptist Church. She was past president and member of the FOE Eagles Auxiliary and lifetime member of the VFW. Marsha enjoyed family reunions, traveling, playing cards, bingo, and was a proud supporter of the military. She was a very particular woman who had a very strict way of doing things, whether she meticulously organized her closet or her collections of different items. She crocheted many beautiful afghans and doilies for her family and friends. Above all else, Marsha loved being with her family and friends.Survivors include her daughter, Jennifer Ann Wilson-Compton and husband, Jeffrey of Hoisington; son, Richard James Dallen and wife, Violeta of Copperas Cove, Texas; sister, Arletta Googe of Salina; thirteen grandchildren, Brittany Turner and husband, Duke, Clarke Wilson, Jr., Tristin Compton, Jaala Compton, Justin Dallen, Austin Dallen, Krista Dallen, Brittny Dallen, Taylor Dallen and wife, Madison, Alysia Prater and husband, Dujuan, Samantha Anderson, Deanna Williams and husband, David, and Benjamin Anderson; and ten great-grandchildren, Vada Kaiser, Jhadyn Turner, Parker Turner, Briley Bash, Landyn Dallen, Maverick Dallen, Bennett Dallen, Jayla Prater, Hunter Williams, and Cameron Williams.She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim, of 52 years; her parents; and brother-in-law, Robert Googe.Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 21, 2023, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, December 22, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Denny Lewis presiding. Interment will follow at Poheta Cemetery, Saline County, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to the VFW Post #3111 or Children’s Mercy Hospital, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, Kansas 67544.

Marsha Dallen, age 74

Carol Sue Behr, 85, passed away Dec. 14, 2023, at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita. She was born Jan. 12, 1938, in Hoisington, to Esten and Blanche (Jennings) Stehwein. Carol married Robert Schneider Sept. 28, 1954. Robert passed away Aug. 31, 1957. Carol then married Jerome K. Behr July 31, 1958, at Hoisington. Jerome passed away March 27, 2007.

Carol, a long time Great Bend resident coming from Hoisington, was a devoted home daycare provider, giving love and care to countless children, all of whom became her family. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Altar Society, V.F.W. Post 3111 Auxiliary, and enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, reading, camping, Scrabble and puzzles, and was an avid sports fan. Never having idle hands, Carol always managed to find time to sew, crochet, knit, and was known especially for her cooking and baking, having an abundance of “secret” recipes.

Survivors include her children; Rebecca Burgess of North Platte, Neb., Roberta Wood (Ernie) of Wichita, Ramona Schneider of Wichita, Tim Behr of Pratt, Michael Behr (Michelle) of Groton, Conn., Carol Hopkins of Great Bend, and Shawn Behr (Desa) of Great Bend; 10 grandchildren; Eric Schneider, Emily Burgess, Danielle Remus (Garod), Robert Barton, Elizabeth Finn (Casey), Melissa Phillips (Jeremy), Nathan Behr, Kristin Shell (Charlie), Jessica Corcoran, and Kya Behr; 16 great-grandchildren, Michael Schneider, Casey Schneider, Treyton Nichols, Benjamin Nichols, Grace Remus, Madison Phillips, Atleigh Phillips, Michael Finn, Camden Finn, Evan Shell, Caleb Shell, Addison Shell, Kendall Shell, Cooper Ohnmacht, Ava Ohnmacht, and Remy Corcoran; one brother, Bill Stehwein (Juanita) of Pequannock, N.J.; and three sisters, Judy Linker of Enid, Okla., Jeannie Martin of Great Bend, and Julie Thorne (Harold) of Hoisington.

She was preceded in death by three sisters, Barbara Vinyard, Betty Millard and Kitty Schremmer; brother, John Stehwein; and two sons-in-law, Greg Barton and Les Hopkins.

Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4 p.m. and the family present to receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Private funeral services will be held later in the week with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Memorials may be given to Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Carol Sue Behr, 85, passed away Dec. 14, 2023, at Via Christi St. Francis Hospital, Wichita. She was born Jan. 12, 1938, in Hoisington, to Esten and Blanche (Jennings) Stehwein. Carol married Robert Schneider Sept. 28, 1954. Robert passed away Aug. 31, 1957. Carol then married Jerome K. Behr July 31, 1958, at Hoisington. Jerome passed away March 27, 2007.Carol, a long time Great Bend resident coming from Hoisington, was a devoted home daycare provider, giving love and care to countless children, all of whom became her family. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Altar Society, V.F.W. Post 3111 Auxiliary, and enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening, reading, camping, Scrabble and puzzles, and was an avid sports fan. Never having idle hands, Carol always managed to find time to sew, crochet, knit, and was known especially for her cooking and baking, having an abundance of “secret” recipes.Survivors include her children; Rebecca Burgess of North Platte, Neb., Roberta Wood (Ernie) of Wichita, Ramona Schneider of Wichita, Tim Behr of Pratt, Michael Behr (Michelle) of Groton, Conn., Carol Hopkins of Great Bend, and Shawn Behr (Desa) of Great Bend; 10 grandchildren; Eric Schneider, Emily Burgess, Danielle Remus (Garod), Robert Barton, Elizabeth Finn (Casey), Melissa Phillips (Jeremy), Nathan Behr, Kristin Shell (Charlie), Jessica Corcoran, and Kya Behr; 16 great-grandchildren, Michael Schneider, Casey Schneider, Treyton Nichols, Benjamin Nichols, Grace Remus, Madison Phillips, Atleigh Phillips, Michael Finn, Camden Finn, Evan Shell, Caleb Shell, Addison Shell, Kendall Shell, Cooper Ohnmacht, Ava Ohnmacht, and Remy Corcoran; one brother, Bill Stehwein (Juanita) of Pequannock, N.J.; and three sisters, Judy Linker of Enid, Okla., Jeannie Martin of Great Bend, and Julie Thorne (Harold) of Hoisington.She was preceded in death by three sisters, Barbara Vinyard, Betty Millard and Kitty Schremmer; brother, John Stehwein; and two sons-in-law, Greg Barton and Les Hopkins.Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 20, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4 p.m. and the family present to receive friends from 5 to 6 p.m. Private funeral services will be held later in the week with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington. Memorials may be given to Golden Belt Humane 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

Carol Behr, age 85

Leona Bartonek, 100, passed away Dec. 13, 2023, at Brookdale Fairdale, Salina. She was born on Aug. 21, 1923, in Olmitz, to Charles and Anna (Riedl) Lichter. On May 29, 1945, she married Vernon Bartonek at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz. Vernon passed away May 16, 2008.

Spending most of her life in Olmitz, Leona worked as the food service manager for St. Ann School. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church and Altar Society. Leona was a talented musician, playing the trumpet in school, then later the organ and accordion, and singing in the choir. She could grow anything in her garden, which was perfectly aligned, and that meticulous care was also shown greatly in the love she gave to her family. Leona loved spending time with loved ones, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Survivors include a son, Alan Bartonek and wife, Linda, of Salina; two grandchildren, Lynae Curtis and husband, Greg, of Hoisington, and Daniel Bartonek and wife, Ashley, of Great Bend; four great-grandchildren, Derrick Bartonek and wife, Alex, Krystle Schlochtermeier and husband, Blaize, Brenna Thompson, and Blake Thompson; and four great-great-grandchildren.

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

Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. An Altar Society Rosary will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, with funeral service following at 1:30 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home, with Father Warren Stecklein presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to St. Ann Catholic Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Leona Bartonek, 100, passed away Dec. 13, 2023, at Brookdale Fairdale, Salina. She was born on Aug. 21, 1923, in Olmitz, to Charles and Anna (Riedl) Lichter. On May 29, 1945, she married Vernon Bartonek at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz. Vernon passed away May 16, 2008.Spending most of her life in Olmitz, Leona worked as the food service manager for St. Ann School. She was a member of St. Ann Catholic Church and Altar Society. Leona was a talented musician, playing the trumpet in school, then later the organ and accordion, and singing in the choir. She could grow anything in her garden, which was perfectly aligned, and that meticulous care was also shown greatly in the love she gave to her family. Leona loved spending time with loved ones, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Survivors include a son, Alan Bartonek and wife, Linda, of Salina; two grandchildren, Lynae Curtis and husband, Greg, of Hoisington, and Daniel Bartonek and wife, Ashley, of Great Bend; four great-grandchildren, Derrick Bartonek and wife, Alex, Krystle Schlochtermeier and husband, Blaize, Brenna Thompson, and Blake Thompson; and four great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband; and her parents.Visitation will be held from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. An Altar Society Rosary will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18, 2023, with funeral service following at 1:30 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home, with Father Warren Stecklein presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to St. Ann Catholic Church, 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

Leona Bartonek, age 100

Reverend Victor Charles Unruh, age 85, went to his heavenly home on Dec. 5, 2023, at Suncoast Hospice Care Center, Palm Harbor, Fla. He was born in Great Bend on July 4, 1938, to Ira and Ella (Ward) Unruh. In Stamford, Conn., he married his college sweetheart, Margaret Rose Ashcroft on Sept. 9, 1961. They met at Central Bible Institute and had 62 years of marriage together.

Victor was an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God. He and his wife, Marge, ministered in many churches in Kansas and Iowa for over 45 years. His passion for churches was to see others not only come to the Lord for salvation, but also to become a disciple of the Lord. He had a determined heart which gave him a vision to see the churches under his care become a viable part of the community through bus ministry, youth group activities, and building projects.

After moving to Florida, he became a real estate agent and used his talents to see others find their next home. Many knew him for his laughter and fun, pithy phrases like “What a deal” or “Keep the love flowing.” What he really wanted others to know him for was his consistent and faithful love for his Savior. Victor’s favorite scripture was II Chronicles 26:5. It says this, “…As long as he sought the Lord, God made him prosper.”

He is survived by his children, Laurie Madsen (Kent) of Montgomery, Ill., and Cheri Stancer (Robb) of Livonia, Mich.; five grandchildren, Kailea Leal (Isai), Brianna Stancer, Kameron Stancer, Kirsten Madsen and Trey Madsen; two great-granddaughters Adelina and Raya Leal; and two brothers, Paul Unruh and Phillip Unruh.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Margaret; his mother and father, Ira and Ella (Ward) Unruh; and his brother, Loren Unruh.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow at Encounter Church in Great Bend. For those who are interested in a memorial gift, please click on the link below for the Kansas Pastoral Benevolence memorial fund in honor of Reverend and Mrs. Victor Unruh. <a href="https://www.agkansas.com/unruhmemorial">https://www.agkansas.com/unruhmemorial.</a>

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 </figure>Reverend Victor Charles Unruh, age 85, went to his heavenly home on Dec. 5, 2023, at Suncoast Hospice Care Center, Palm Harbor, Fla. He was born in Great Bend on July 4, 1938, to Ira and Ella (Ward) Unruh. In Stamford, Conn., he married his college sweetheart, Margaret Rose Ashcroft on Sept. 9, 1961. They met at Central Bible Institute and had 62 years of marriage together.Victor was an ordained minister with the Assemblies of God. He and his wife, Marge, ministered in many churches in Kansas and Iowa for over 45 years. His passion for churches was to see others not only come to the Lord for salvation, but also to become a disciple of the Lord. He had a determined heart which gave him a vision to see the churches under his care become a viable part of the community through bus ministry, youth group activities, and building projects.After moving to Florida, he became a real estate agent and used his talents to see others find their next home. Many knew him for his laughter and fun, pithy phrases like “What a deal” or “Keep the love flowing.” What he really wanted others to know him for was his consistent and faithful love for his Savior. Victor’s favorite scripture was II Chronicles 26:5. It says this, “…As long as he sought the Lord, God made him prosper.”He is survived by his children, Laurie Madsen (Kent) of Montgomery, Ill., and Cheri Stancer (Robb) of Livonia, Mich.; five grandchildren, Kailea Leal (Isai), Brianna Stancer, Kameron Stancer, Kirsten Madsen and Trey Madsen; two great-granddaughters Adelina and Raya Leal; and two brothers, Paul Unruh and Phillip Unruh.He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Margaret; his mother and father, Ira and Ella (Ward) Unruh; and his brother, Loren Unruh.A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 1, 2024, at 11 a.m. with a luncheon to follow at Encounter Church in Great Bend. For those who are interested in a memorial gift, please click on the link below for the Kansas Pastoral Benevolence memorial fund in honor of Reverend and Mrs. Victor Unruh. <a href="https://www.agkansas.com/unruhmemorial">https://www.agkansas.com/unruhmemorial.</a>Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home 1425 Patton Road Great Bend, Kansas 67530

Rev. Victor Unruh, age 85

Larned – Donald Kazmaier, 75, passed away December 11, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.

He was born March 2, 1948 in Spearville, Kansas, the son of Cecil W. and Donna L Covert Kazmaier. A lifetime area resident, He was a printer for Office Products Incorporated.

He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Golden Belt Wood Carvers, and Kansas Ornithological Society. He was an Oblate at the Benedictine Monastery in Conception, Missouri and enjoyed woodworking, birdwatching, carving, gardening and hunting.

He married Louise Boyer, they later divorced. On July 2, 1992 he married Kathleen T. Rourke, she survives.

Other survivors include: three sons, Cary (Cheri) Kazmaier, California, Jay Kazmaier, California, and John (Noel) Schreiber, Salina; brother, Michael (Judy) Kazmaier, St. Peter’s, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Leigha, Lydia, and Adrianna Kazmaier, Camdyn, Colin and Jaren Schreiber, and Breonah and Kristionah Lippard; two great grandchildren Evelynn and Elias Woodring; and aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Merridy Kazmaier; and brother David Kazmaier.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 15, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, Kansas, with Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 14, 2023 with a rosary and a vigil at 6:30 p.m. Graveside service will be Friday at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas with military honors provided by American Legion Post #59 and United States Army.

Memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Benedictine Monastery, Conception, Missouri 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 – Donald Kazmaier, 75, passed away December 11, 2023 at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital, Larned.He was born March 2, 1948 in Spearville, Kansas, the son of Cecil W. and Donna L Covert Kazmaier. A lifetime area resident, He was a printer for Office Products Incorporated.He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Golden Belt Wood Carvers, and Kansas Ornithological Society. He was an Oblate at the Benedictine Monastery in Conception, Missouri and enjoyed woodworking, birdwatching, carving, gardening and hunting.He married Louise Boyer, they later divorced. On July 2, 1992 he married Kathleen T. Rourke, she survives.Other survivors include: three sons, Cary (Cheri) Kazmaier, California, Jay Kazmaier, California, and John (Noel) Schreiber, Salina; brother, Michael (Judy) Kazmaier, St. Peter’s, Missouri; eight grandchildren, Leigha, Lydia, and Adrianna Kazmaier, Camdyn, Colin and Jaren Schreiber, and Breonah and Kristionah Lippard; two great grandchildren Evelynn and Elias Woodring; and aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins.He was preceded in death by: his parents; sister, Merridy Kazmaier; and brother David Kazmaier.Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 15, 2023 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned, Kansas, with Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, December 14, 2023 with a rosary and a vigil at 6:30 p.m. Graveside service will be Friday at 2:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, McCracken, Kansas with military honors provided by American Legion Post #59 and United States Army.Memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or Benedictine Monastery, Conception, Missouri in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Donald Kazmaier, age 75

John Edwin Grummon, 80, passed away November 21, 2023, at his home in Great Bend, KS, after a three-year illness. John was born April 2, 1943, in Omaha, NE to Daniel and Elda (Goff) Grummon.

His family moved to Walters, OK, where his parents served as American Baptist Home Missionaries to Native American churches. John excelled in school academics, music, and was very athletic, playing football, basketball, and track in high school. He graduated from Walters High School in 1961, graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS, in 1965, and married Dee Anne Baldwin. He graduated from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, KS in 1969, served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Marysville, KS for five years, and the Beloit-Simpson Baptist Parish for 22 years.

Pastoral care was always a natural gift in John’s ministry. He loved people and learning their stories. In 1996, he took a one-year CPE Residency at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, to pursue a career as a chaplain. John and Dee Anne moved to Great Bend, KS, where he served as chaplain for Central Kansas Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital in Larned, and also Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice until retirement in 2014. John continued to volunteer for GBHH until his health issues prevailed.

John is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dee Anne, and two sons, Daniel Grummon (Ivan), Toronto, Canada, David Grummon (Miranda), Shawnee, KS, grandsons, Joshua and Isaiah Grummon, and one sister, Donna Pena (Ramon), Mesa, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, George Grummon. John was admired and much loved by in-laws, nieces, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life is planned for 1:30 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Central Baptist Church, 3301 Lakin St., Great Bend, KS. The service will be live streamed at www.centralbaptistchurchofgb.com on Facebook. Memorials have been designated to Central Baptist Church or an organization of the donor’s choice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>John Edwin Grummon, 80, passed away November 21, 2023, at his home in Great Bend, KS, after a three-year illness. John was born April 2, 1943, in Omaha, NE to Daniel and Elda (Goff) Grummon.His family moved to Walters, OK, where his parents served as American Baptist Home Missionaries to Native American churches. John excelled in school academics, music, and was very athletic, playing football, basketball, and track in high school. He graduated from Walters High School in 1961, graduated from Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS, in 1965, and married Dee Anne Baldwin. He graduated from Central Baptist Theological Seminary, Kansas City, KS in 1969, served as pastor of First Baptist Church, Marysville, KS for five years, and the Beloit-Simpson Baptist Parish for 22 years.Pastoral care was always a natural gift in John’s ministry. He loved people and learning their stories. In 1996, he took a one-year CPE Residency at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, to pursue a career as a chaplain. John and Dee Anne moved to Great Bend, KS, where he served as chaplain for Central Kansas Medical Center, St. Joseph Hospital in Larned, and also Golden Belt Home Health &amp; Hospice until retirement in 2014. John continued to volunteer for GBHH until his health issues prevailed.John was an active layman of Central Baptist Church, Great Bend, serving on boards, committees, and choir as long as his health allowed. As a board-certified Chaplain, he was endorsed by ABC-USA, belonged to the Association of Professional Chaplains, and was long-time treasurer of the Kansas Association of Chaplains.John is survived by his wife of 58 years, Dee Anne, and two sons, Daniel Grummon (Ivan), Toronto, Canada, David Grummon (Miranda), Shawnee, KS, grandsons, Joshua and Isaiah Grummon, and one sister, Donna Pena (Ramon), Mesa, AZ. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother, George Grummon. John was admired and much loved by in-laws, nieces, and cousins.A Celebration of Life is planned for 1:30 p.m. (CST), Saturday, January 6, 2024, at Central Baptist Church, 3301 Lakin St., Great Bend, KS. The service will be live streamed at www.centralbaptistchurchofgb.com on Facebook. Memorials have been designated to Central Baptist Church or an organization of the donor’s choice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Zink, 80, died December 8, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born July 28, 1943, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Frank and Cecilia (Younger) Steffan.

Betty graduated from Barton County Community College. She worked for a time with her mother in an upholstry shop, and later for Superior Essex Inc. in Hoisington. She also helped teach sewing for the Hutchinson Department of Corrections.

On September 15, 1990, she married Jim Zink at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz.

Betty was a lifetime Barton County resident. She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of Olmitz and the Altar Society. Betty was a wonderful cook, and loved feeding her family and teaching the grandkids how to bake. They will fondly remember those times baking bread and the recipies she shared, especially her famous chocolate pie. She also loved time spent in her garden, both her flower and vegetables garden, and later canning her harvest. She played the piano and could often be heard whistling a tune throughout the day. Her smile was ever radiating the gentle, kind, loving nature that she exemplified.

She is survived by her husband, Jim Zink of the home; and seven children, Lisa (John) Menzer of Ellinwood, Curtis Thornburg of Clinton, Missouri, Cyndi Delp of Camdenton, Missouri, Lori (Wayde) Gilbert of Puyallup, Washington, Christopher (Judy) Thornburg of O’Fallon, Missouri, Jimmy (Theresa) Zink of Blackwell, Oklahoma, and Charity Zink of Denver, Colorado; three siblings, Marilyn (Dennis) Dougherty of Great Bend, Jerry (Karen) Steffan of Great Bend, and Ken (Mitch) Steffan of Loganville, Georgia; 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Beverly Haselhorst.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home with Vigil and Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 15, 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz.

Memorials may be made to the Birthright of Great Bend or any Pro-Life Organization, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Elizabeth Louise “Betty” Zink, 80, died December 8, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita. She was born July 28, 1943, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Frank and Cecilia (Younger) Steffan.Betty graduated from Barton County Community College. She worked for a time with her mother in an upholstry shop, and later for Superior Essex Inc. in Hoisington. She also helped teach sewing for the Hutchinson Department of Corrections.On September 15, 1990, she married Jim Zink at St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Olmitz.Betty was a lifetime Barton County resident. She was a member of St. Ann’s Catholic Church of Olmitz and the Altar Society. Betty was a wonderful cook, and loved feeding her family and teaching the grandkids how to bake. They will fondly remember those times baking bread and the recipies she shared, especially her famous chocolate pie. She also loved time spent in her garden, both her flower and vegetables garden, and later canning her harvest. She played the piano and could often be heard whistling a tune throughout the day. Her smile was ever radiating the gentle, kind, loving nature that she exemplified.She is survived by her husband, Jim Zink of the home; and seven children, Lisa (John) Menzer of Ellinwood, Curtis Thornburg of Clinton, Missouri, Cyndi Delp of Camdenton, Missouri, Lori (Wayde) Gilbert of Puyallup, Washington, Christopher (Judy) Thornburg of O’Fallon, Missouri, Jimmy (Theresa) Zink of Blackwell, Oklahoma, and Charity Zink of Denver, Colorado; three siblings, Marilyn (Dennis) Dougherty of Great Bend, Jerry (Karen) Steffan of Great Bend, and Ken (Mitch) Steffan of Loganville, Georgia; 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister Beverly Haselhorst.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home with Vigil and Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, December 15, 2023, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Burial will follow in St. Ann’s Cemetery, Olmitz.Memorials may be made to the Birthright of Great Bend or any Pro-Life Organization, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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