Lawrence Jerome “Larry” “L.J.” Krestine, 80, passed away October 31, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Center of Russell. He was born August 8, 1943, at Great Bend, the son of William J. Krestine, Sr. and Clara M. (Zirnich) Krestine. He had been married to Anita (Gibson) and Ann (Hetzel), and later married LaWanna (Slocum) Clark on June 12, 1999, at Holton.

A current Otis resident, Larry was a graduate of Otis High School and Emporia State University, with degrees in mathematics education and business. Larry served the community of Holton and the surrounding area as an insurance agent for many years, as well as operating an antique mall. Previous to his move to Holton, he managed the Grand Hotel in Horton, worked as an upper level math teacher, and raised chickens and hogs in rural Huron. Never having idle hands, he always managed to find time to help with wheat harvest on the family farm. He was a member of the Horton Jaycees, Holton/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Otis Happy Age Senior Group and served as various officer positions, including president of the Jaycees and Happy Age Group. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, refinishing antique furniture, playing cards and games, telling jokes and stories, KU basketball and Kansas City Chiefs football.

Survivors include, his wife, LaWanna of the home; three daughters, Marsha Krestine of Kansas City, Mo., Michelle “Shelly” May of Bonner Springs and Marie Gardner of Palmer, Alaska; four stepchildren, Kathy Groth (Les) of Cloquet, Minn., Julie Kincaid of Claremore, Okla., Lonnie Morris (Lynne) of Topeka and Ryan Clark of Easton; a sister, Evelyn “Sally” Medlock of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Trey May, Olivia May, Coyd Gardner and Cyla Gardner; 11 step grandchildren; and 27 step great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Anita; a step daughter, Sheila Carpenter; a brother, William “Bill” Krestine; two sisters, Ramona Torrez and Evangeline “Sherry” Jobes; three step grandchildren, David Groth, Christopher Clark and Brianna M. Clark.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 to service time, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main St., Hoisington, with family to receive friends from 1:00 to service time, and Memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., with Stan Ewy, SAM presiding. Inurnment will be held at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Memorials have been designated to Otis Fire Department, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Lawrence Jerome “Larry” “L.J.” Krestine, 80, passed away October 31, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Center of Russell. He was born August 8, 1943, at Great Bend, the son of William J. Krestine, Sr. and Clara M. (Zirnich) Krestine. He had been married to Anita (Gibson) and Ann (Hetzel), and later married LaWanna (Slocum) Clark on June 12, 1999, at Holton.A current Otis resident, Larry was a graduate of Otis High School and Emporia State University, with degrees in mathematics education and business. Larry served the community of Holton and the surrounding area as an insurance agent for many years, as well as operating an antique mall. Previous to his move to Holton, he managed the Grand Hotel in Horton, worked as an upper level math teacher, and raised chickens and hogs in rural Huron. Never having idle hands, he always managed to find time to help with wheat harvest on the family farm. He was a member of the Horton Jaycees, Holton/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Otis Happy Age Senior Group and served as various officer positions, including president of the Jaycees and Happy Age Group. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, refinishing antique furniture, playing cards and games, telling jokes and stories, KU basketball and Kansas City Chiefs football.Survivors include, his wife, LaWanna of the home; three daughters, Marsha Krestine of Kansas City, Mo., Michelle “Shelly” May of Bonner Springs and Marie Gardner of Palmer, Alaska; four stepchildren, Kathy Groth (Les) of Cloquet, Minn., Julie Kincaid of Claremore, Okla., Lonnie Morris (Lynne) of Topeka and Ryan Clark of Easton; a sister, Evelyn “Sally” Medlock of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Trey May, Olivia May, Coyd Gardner and Cyla Gardner; 11 step grandchildren; and 27 step great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Anita; a step daughter, Sheila Carpenter; a brother, William “Bill” Krestine; two sisters, Ramona Torrez and Evangeline “Sherry” Jobes; three step grandchildren, David Groth, Christopher Clark and Brianna M. Clark.Visitation will be held from 9:00 to service time, Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main St., Hoisington, with family to receive friends from 1:00 to service time, and Memorial service to be held at 2:00 p.m., with Stan Ewy, SAM presiding. Inurnment will be held at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Memorials have been designated to Otis Fire Department, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Lawrence 'Larry' Krestine, age 80

Lawrence Jerome “Larry” “L.J.” Krestine, 80, passed away Oct. 31, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Center of Russell. He was born Aug. 8, 1943, at Great Bend, the son of William J. Krestine, Sr. and Clara M. (Zirnich) Krestine. He had been married to Anita (Gibson) and Ann (Hetzel), and later married LaWanna (Slocum) Clark on June 12, 1999, at Holton.

Survivors include, his wife, LaWanna of the home; three daughters, Marsha Krestine of Kansas City, Mo., Michelle “Shelly” May of Bonner Springs and Marie Gardner of Palmer, Alaska; four stepchildren, Kathy Groth (Les) of Cloquet, Minn., Julie Kincaid of Claremore, Okla., Lonnie Morris (Lynne) of Topeka and Ryan Clark of Easton; a sister, Evelyn “Sally” Medlock of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Trey May, Olivia May, Coyd Gardner and Cyla Gardner; 11 step-grandchildren; and 27 step -great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to service time, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main St., Hoisington, with family to receive friends from 1 p.m. to service time, and Memorial service to be held at 2 p.m., with Stan Ewy, SAM presiding. Inurnment will be held at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Memorials have been designated to Otis Fire Department, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

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 </figure>Lawrence Jerome “Larry” “L.J.” Krestine, 80, passed away Oct. 31, 2023, at Wheatland Nursing Center of Russell. He was born Aug. 8, 1943, at Great Bend, the son of William J. Krestine, Sr. and Clara M. (Zirnich) Krestine. He had been married to Anita (Gibson) and Ann (Hetzel), and later married LaWanna (Slocum) Clark on June 12, 1999, at Holton.A current Otis resident, Larry was a graduate of Otis High School and Emporia State University, with degrees in mathematics education and business. Larry served the community of Holton and the surrounding area as an insurance agent for many years, as well as operating an antique mall. Previous to his move to Holton, he managed the Grand Hotel in Horton, worked as an upper level math teacher, and raised chickens and hogs in rural Huron. Never having idle hands, he always managed to find time to help with wheat harvest on the family farm. He was a member of the Horton Jaycees, Holton/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce and the Otis Happy Age Senior Group and served as various officer positions, including president of the Jaycees and Happy Age Group. Larry enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, refinishing antique furniture, playing cards and games, telling jokes and stories, KU basketball and Kansas City Chiefs football.Survivors include, his wife, LaWanna of the home; three daughters, Marsha Krestine of Kansas City, Mo., Michelle “Shelly” May of Bonner Springs and Marie Gardner of Palmer, Alaska; four stepchildren, Kathy Groth (Les) of Cloquet, Minn., Julie Kincaid of Claremore, Okla., Lonnie Morris (Lynne) of Topeka and Ryan Clark of Easton; a sister, Evelyn “Sally” Medlock of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Trey May, Olivia May, Coyd Gardner and Cyla Gardner; 11 step-grandchildren; and 27 step -great-grandchildren.He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Anita; a step daughter, Sheila Carpenter; a brother, William “Bill” Krestine; two sisters, Ramona Torrez and Evangeline “Sherry” Jobes; three step grandchildren, David Groth, Christopher Clark and Brianna M. Clark.Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to service time, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, 415 N Main St., Hoisington, with family to receive friends from 1 p.m. to service time, and Memorial service to be held at 2 p.m., with Stan Ewy, SAM presiding. Inurnment will be held at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Memorials have been designated to Otis Fire Department, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.nicholsonrickefh.net

Lawrence 'Larry' 'L.J.' Krestine, age 80

Joseph “Joe” Allen Murphy, 85, passed away October 31, 2023, at Via Christi Village-Ridge, Wichita, Kansas after battling prostate cancer for a year and a half. He was born on September 20, 1938, in Great Bend, Kansas, to James and Alma (Riney) Murphy. On September 11, 1965, he married Roma Lee Riner in Great Bend, Kansas.

Joe was a hard worker who led by example. After his father passed away from a tragic accident when he was 12 years old, Joe assumed many responsibilities not normally required of a boy of such a young age. He worked on the family farm, went to school, played sports, and helped support his large family, including his invalid older brother and his two baby sisters. A lifetime resident of Great Bend prior to moving to Goddard in 2022, Joe served the country overseas in the United States Air Force from 1958-1962. After his Honorable Discharge, he obtained his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Fort Hays State University, where he met his future wife of 58 years, Roma. For 30 years, he worked as a technical systems coordinator for Midwest Energy, before “retiring”, only to spend the next 20 years as a custodian at Eisenhower Elementary School doing two of his favorite things: encouraging and building up kids and working hard. When asked by his children when he was going to finally retire, his response was always “in another two years.” He kept “two-yearing it” until he turned 77.

Joe was always a champion for the little guy and had a huge and generous heart. He was a devoted husband to Roma as they constantly spent time with their kids and grandkids. He was a lifetime blood donor, contributing well over 8 gallons of blood to help others. He was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish and the American Legion. He never took himself too seriously, and liked to spread his hard-earned knowledge through multiple “Joe Murphyisms”: “Just hold your head high and walk fast.” “Keep your ears open and your mouth shut.” “Doing that can cause your kids to be born naked.” “It’ll put hair on your chest.” “It’s good to have some sweat run down the crack of your hind end.” “Now stay out of jail…” Those are but a sample of the wisdom he liked to share and smiles he liked to create. If you ever had the opportunity to take his order at a restaurant, you probably had the chance to tease him back when he said his favorite one, “I’d like an iced-tea, in a clean glass.” He loved his dogs, but above all, he loved his wife and kids, helping his kids with their lawn mowing business, watching their sports competitions and debate tournaments, and spending time with them and the grandkids.

Survivors include his wife, of the home. His children are a daughter, Kelly Sue (Mark) Disque of Wylie, Texas; son Patrick (Theresa) Murphy of Wichita, Kansas; son Sean (Alicia) Murphy of Papillion, Nebraska; and son Mark (Kimberly) of Olathe, Kansas. His thirteen grandchildren are Adam (Bethany), Brendan, and Kaitlyn Disque; Chelsea (Jordan) Mellinger, Conor, Ryan, and Shauna Murphy; Benjamin and Zane Murphy; and McKay, Gunner, Josie, and Taggart Murphy. His two step grandchildren are Cooper and Carli Dunham. He has six great-grandchildren. His sisters are Janice Sis of Bryan, Texas, and Rita (Joe) Buchanan of Council Grove, Kansas. His brothers-in-law are George Tooley of Greeley, Colorado, and Dan Bernard of

Omaha, Nebraska. His sister-in-law is Rose Murphy of Great Bend, Kansas. He has numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Richard “Dick” Murphy and Michael Murphy; two sisters, Joyce Tooley and Barbara Bernard; a brother-in-law, Ray Sis; a niece, Katie Gant; and a nephew, Chris Tooley.

Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 7, 2023, with family to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and vigil at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be at Great Bend Cemetery North with military honors presented by McConnell Air Force Base. Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Humane Society or Eisenhower Elementary School Improvements Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Joseph “Joe” Allen Murphy, 85, passed away October 31, 2023, at Via Christi Village-Ridge, Wichita, Kansas after battling prostate cancer for a year and a half. He was born on September 20, 1938, in Great Bend, Kansas, to James and Alma (Riney) Murphy. On September 11, 1965, he married Roma Lee Riner in Great Bend, Kansas.Joe was a hard worker who led by example. After his father passed away from a tragic accident when he was 12 years old, Joe assumed many responsibilities not normally required of a boy of such a young age. He worked on the family farm, went to school, played sports, and helped support his large family, including his invalid older brother and his two baby sisters. A lifetime resident of Great Bend prior to moving to Goddard in 2022, Joe served the country overseas in the United States Air Force from 1958-1962. After his Honorable Discharge, he obtained his bachelor’s degree in business administration from Fort Hays State University, where he met his future wife of 58 years, Roma. For 30 years, he worked as a technical systems coordinator for Midwest Energy, before “retiring”, only to spend the next 20 years as a custodian at Eisenhower Elementary School doing two of his favorite things: encouraging and building up kids and working hard. When asked by his children when he was going to finally retire, his response was always “in another two years.” He kept “two-yearing it” until he turned 77.Joe was always a champion for the little guy and had a huge and generous heart. He was a devoted husband to Roma as they constantly spent time with their kids and grandkids. He was a lifetime blood donor, contributing well over 8 gallons of blood to help others. He was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish and the American Legion. He never took himself too seriously, and liked to spread his hard-earned knowledge through multiple “Joe Murphyisms”: “Just hold your head high and walk fast.” “Keep your ears open and your mouth shut.” “Doing that can cause your kids to be born naked.” “It’ll put hair on your chest.” “It’s good to have some sweat run down the crack of your hind end.” “Now stay out of jail…” Those are but a sample of the wisdom he liked to share and smiles he liked to create. If you ever had the opportunity to take his order at a restaurant, you probably had the chance to tease him back when he said his favorite one, “I’d like an iced-tea, in a clean glass.” He loved his dogs, but above all, he loved his wife and kids, helping his kids with their lawn mowing business, watching their sports competitions and debate tournaments, and spending time with them and the grandkids.Survivors include his wife, of the home. His children are a daughter, Kelly Sue (Mark) Disque of Wylie, Texas; son Patrick (Theresa) Murphy of Wichita, Kansas; son Sean (Alicia) Murphy of Papillion, Nebraska; and son Mark (Kimberly) of Olathe, Kansas. His thirteen grandchildren are Adam (Bethany), Brendan, and Kaitlyn Disque; Chelsea (Jordan) Mellinger, Conor, Ryan, and Shauna Murphy; Benjamin and Zane Murphy; and McKay, Gunner, Josie, and Taggart Murphy. His two step grandchildren are Cooper and Carli Dunham. He has six great-grandchildren. His sisters are Janice Sis of Bryan, Texas, and Rita (Joe) Buchanan of Council Grove, Kansas. His brothers-in-law are George Tooley of Greeley, Colorado, and Dan Bernard ofOmaha, Nebraska. His sister-in-law is Rose Murphy of Great Bend, Kansas. He has numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Richard “Dick” Murphy and Michael Murphy; two sisters, Joyce Tooley and Barbara Bernard; a brother-in-law, Ray Sis; a niece, Katie Gant; and a nephew, Chris Tooley.Visitation will be held from noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, November 7, 2023, with family to receive friends from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and vigil at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be at Great Bend Cemetery North with military honors presented by McConnell Air Force Base. Memorials have been designated to Golden Belt Humane Society or Eisenhower Elementary School Improvements Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Joseph 'Joe' Murphy, age 85

Christine Bailey, 96, passed away November 2, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1927, at Pryor, Colo., to Michael &amp; Anna (Soltis) Hudran. She married Floyd “Jim” Bailey October 23, 1945, at Pueblo, Colo. He died April 22, 2000.

A longtime resident of Great Bend, Christine was a homemaker. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and the Altar Society. Her hobbies included crocheting afghans, sewing, walking, and gardening, especially growing tomatoes.

Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews, including Larry (Toni) Bailey of Fisher, Tex., Rod (Martha) Bailey of Simsonville, S.C., Donald (Jackie) Bailey of Giddino, Tex., Kevin (Aileen) Bailey of Leavenworth, Kan., Marilyn (Steve) Petty of Great Bend, Kan., Alice (Paul) Neidhart of Naperville, Ill., and Dianna (Greg) Allison of Great Bend, Kan.; and a sister-in-law, Carol Bailey of Sierra Vista, Ariz.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd Bailey; and her siblings: Willie Hudran, George Hudran, Harry Hudran, Mike Hudran, Rose Kosarek, Annie McAllister, Mary Beres, Sue Solomon, Helen Alberici and Katherine Bailey.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 8, 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 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 9, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish or Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Christine Bailey, 96, passed away November 2, 2023, at Diversicare of Larned, Kansas. She was born January 9, 1927, at Pryor, Colo., to Michael &amp; Anna (Soltis) Hudran. She married Floyd “Jim” Bailey October 23, 1945, at Pueblo, Colo. He died April 22, 2000.A longtime resident of Great Bend, Christine was a homemaker. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and the Altar Society. Her hobbies included crocheting afghans, sewing, walking, and gardening, especially growing tomatoes.Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews, including Larry (Toni) Bailey of Fisher, Tex., Rod (Martha) Bailey of Simsonville, S.C., Donald (Jackie) Bailey of Giddino, Tex., Kevin (Aileen) Bailey of Leavenworth, Kan., Marilyn (Steve) Petty of Great Bend, Kan., Alice (Paul) Neidhart of Naperville, Ill., and Dianna (Greg) Allison of Great Bend, Kan.; and a sister-in-law, Carol Bailey of Sierra Vista, Ariz.She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Floyd Bailey; and her siblings: Willie Hudran, George Hudran, Harry Hudran, Mike Hudran, Rose Kosarek, Annie McAllister, Mary Beres, Sue Solomon, Helen Alberici and Katherine Bailey.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, November 8, 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 10:30 a.m., Thursday, November 9, 2023, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish or Holy Family School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Christine Bailey, age 96

Jermy Lynn Jimison, 45, died Oct. 31, 2023, at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home, Little River. He was born Feb. 19, 1978, in Great Bend, the son of Kyle M. and Deborah Ann (Mooney) Jimison. Jermy graduated from Quivira Heights High School in 1996.

On June 6, 1998, he married Heather Dunlap in Great Bend, and they were blessed with a daughter, Taylor in 2000. They then later divorced.

A former resident of Bushton and Claflin areas, Jermy worked various jobs, he had been a farm hand for many farmers, and had worked for Wal-Mart and Wells Furniture. Jermy’s favorite thing to do was spend time behind the wheel of his beloved 1985 Chevy Truck. Whether it was mudding with his brother or just country cruising with his daughter. Jermy was always available to help fix anything or share a pizza even if it was around the midnight hour.

He is survived by his daughter, Taylor Jimison and companion Austin Pruitt of Ellsworth; father, Kyle M. Jimison of Bushton; twin brother, Chad Jimison and wife Misty of Clearwater; nephew, Daxton Jimison of Clearwater; and niece, Tymberlin Jimison, of Great Bend; and his many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Deborah Ann “Debbie” Jimison.

Friends may sign the book today and until service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Nov. 10, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding. Inurnment will follow in Holy Name Cemetery, rural Bushton.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Jermy Jimison 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

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 </figure>Jermy Lynn Jimison, 45, died Oct. 31, 2023, at Sandstone Heights Nursing Home, Little River. He was born Feb. 19, 1978, in Great Bend, the son of Kyle M. and Deborah Ann (Mooney) Jimison. Jermy graduated from Quivira Heights High School in 1996.On June 6, 1998, he married Heather Dunlap in Great Bend, and they were blessed with a daughter, Taylor in 2000. They then later divorced.A former resident of Bushton and Claflin areas, Jermy worked various jobs, he had been a farm hand for many farmers, and had worked for Wal-Mart and Wells Furniture. Jermy’s favorite thing to do was spend time behind the wheel of his beloved 1985 Chevy Truck. Whether it was mudding with his brother or just country cruising with his daughter. Jermy was always available to help fix anything or share a pizza even if it was around the midnight hour.He is survived by his daughter, Taylor Jimison and companion Austin Pruitt of Ellsworth; father, Kyle M. Jimison of Bushton; twin brother, Chad Jimison and wife Misty of Clearwater; nephew, Daxton Jimison of Clearwater; and niece, Tymberlin Jimison, of Great Bend; and his many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.He was preceded in death by his mother, Deborah Ann “Debbie” Jimison.Friends may sign the book today and until service at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Memorial service will be 10:30 a.m., Nov. 10, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Diana Webster presiding. Inurnment will follow in Holy Name Cemetery, rural Bushton.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Jermy Jimison 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

Jermy Jimison, age 45

Laura Ann (Steinbacher) Schenkel, 83, passed away October 31, 2023, at Bridge Haven Memory Care, Lawrence, Kansas. She was born August 2, 1940, at Great Bend, to Charles and Eulalia (Brehm) Steinbacher. She married Ray S. Schenkel August 12, 1959, at Great Bend. He died December 15, 2012.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Ann started her long time career in banking shortly after graduating from Great Bend High School. Her commitment to the community began at First National Bank, spanning over 30 years, then finally retiring as the Senior Vice President of Community Bank of the Midwest. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Altar Society, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and served on the Cedar Park Place board of directors. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cooking and baking, drawing and painting with water colors and Hallmark Christmas movies. Ann especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include two sons, Scott Schenkel and wife Leilani of Great Bend and Todd Schenkel and wife Michelle of Topeka; two brothers, Jerry “Pete” Steinbacher of Great Bend, and Jim Steinbacher (Debra) of New Braunfels, Texas; three sisters, Jolene Romme of Lawrence, Jeanne Hollembeak (Bruce) of Lee’s Summit, Mo. and Mary Lou Steinbacher of Denver, Colo.; one sister-in-law, Anne Steinbacher of Kansas City, Mo.; four grandchildren, Evan Schenkel, Cory Schenkel (Jessica), Taylor Christopher (Andy), and Tate Schenkel; five great grandchildren with one expected in May, 2024; and 13 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray S. Schenkel; two brothers, Charlie F. Steinbacher and Larry “Bones” Steinbacher; and brother-in-law, Leon Romme.

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 </figure>Laura Ann (Steinbacher) Schenkel, 83, passed away October 31, 2023, at Bridge Haven Memory Care, Lawrence, Kansas. She was born August 2, 1940, at Great Bend, to Charles and Eulalia (Brehm) Steinbacher. She married Ray S. Schenkel August 12, 1959, at Great Bend. He died December 15, 2012.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Ann started her long time career in banking shortly after graduating from Great Bend High School. Her commitment to the community began at First National Bank, spanning over 30 years, then finally retiring as the Senior Vice President of Community Bank of the Midwest. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish, Altar Society, Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and served on the Cedar Park Place board of directors. She was an avid reader, enjoyed cooking and baking, drawing and painting with water colors and Hallmark Christmas movies. Ann especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include two sons, Scott Schenkel and wife Leilani of Great Bend and Todd Schenkel and wife Michelle of Topeka; two brothers, Jerry “Pete” Steinbacher of Great Bend, and Jim Steinbacher (Debra) of New Braunfels, Texas; three sisters, Jolene Romme of Lawrence, Jeanne Hollembeak (Bruce) of Lee’s Summit, Mo. and Mary Lou Steinbacher of Denver, Colo.; one sister-in-law, Anne Steinbacher of Kansas City, Mo.; four grandchildren, Evan Schenkel, Cory Schenkel (Jessica), Taylor Christopher (Andy), and Tate Schenkel; five great grandchildren with one expected in May, 2024; and 13 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Ray S. Schenkel; two brothers, Charlie F. Steinbacher and Larry “Bones” Steinbacher; and brother-in-law, Leon Romme.

Laura (Steinbacher) Schenkel, age 83

Carol Ann Garcia, 76, passed away Oct. 27, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend. She was born March 8, 1947, in Kinsley to Jose Contrerez, Sr. &amp; Janice (Almanza) Contreras.

Survivors include, two sons, Richard Garcia and Alex Contrerez; a daughter, Hannah Contrerez; a son in law, Jeremy Robinson; a daughter in law, Lindsay Hames; four brothers, Fred Contrerez, Steve Contrerez, David Contrerez and Joe Contrerez, Jr.; two sisters, Delores Munoz and Anita Cleveland; four grandchildren, Braelynn Contrerez, Haven Hames, Rylan Robinson and Trevor Cline; five nieces and nephews, April Zendejas, Candy Contrerez, Steven Contrerez, Shawna Contrerez and Dalton Contrerez; three great nieces and nephews, Reina Zendejas, Alexandria Zendejas and Vicente Zendejas; and a great great nephew, Horacio Zendejas. She was preceded in death by her parents.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Father Prakash Kola. Inurnment will be in the Kinsley Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Carol Garcia 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

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 </figure>Carol Ann Garcia, 76, passed away Oct. 27, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend. She was born March 8, 1947, in Kinsley to Jose Contrerez, Sr. &amp; Janice (Almanza) Contreras.Survivors include, two sons, Richard Garcia and Alex Contrerez; a daughter, Hannah Contrerez; a son in law, Jeremy Robinson; a daughter in law, Lindsay Hames; four brothers, Fred Contrerez, Steve Contrerez, David Contrerez and Joe Contrerez, Jr.; two sisters, Delores Munoz and Anita Cleveland; four grandchildren, Braelynn Contrerez, Haven Hames, Rylan Robinson and Trevor Cline; five nieces and nephews, April Zendejas, Candy Contrerez, Steven Contrerez, Shawna Contrerez and Dalton Contrerez; three great nieces and nephews, Reina Zendejas, Alexandria Zendejas and Vicente Zendejas; and a great great nephew, Horacio Zendejas. She was preceded in death by her parents.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Nov. 3, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Father Prakash Kola. Inurnment will be in the Kinsley Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Carol Garcia 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

Carol Garcia, age 76

Richard Lee Ahlvers, 90, passed away Oct. 27, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. He was born at home on the family farm on May 19, 1933, in Mitchell County to Leo and Eunice (Smith) Ahlvers. He married Kathryn Deines Nov. 19, 1961, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Otis.

Richard was a United States Army Veteran, serving from 1955 to 1957 as a Signal Officer, earning the rank of First Lieutenant. “Mr. Ahlvers” was a long-time educator and administrator in Kansas. His dedication to his career began as a science and math teacher at Stafford High School. He then transitioned to a principal and athletic director at St. Francis for 12 years. He served as principal at Mankato Elementary, and then superintendent at Pike Valley, retiring in 1996. Failing at retirement, he served as interim superintendent at North Central School District, before finally officially re-retiring in 1998. A resident of Great Bend since 1998, Richard served as a volunteer for the AARP Tax-Aide Program until 2019. He was an active member of the Great Bend Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend Noon Lions Club, the County Planning Committee and served as a board member of the Boys Home. Richard was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan and, as a Fort Hays State and Kansas State alumnus, enjoyed all Kansas college athletics, particularly after his daughters attended KU and Emporia. Never having an idle mind, he was a lifelong learner and enjoyed extensive conversation spanning everything from history to politics to agriculture.

While Richard was the ultimate professional at work, his passion was for his family, of whom he was immensely proud (especially his beloved grandson). Having children gave him both the perfect opportunity to indulge in his love of horses, and to spend time with his family.

Survivors include his wife of 62 years Kathy; two daughters, Alicia Ahlvers of Henrico, Va. and Richelle Ahlvers-Dolphin and husband Wade Dolphin of Monument, Colo.; a brother, Rodney Ahlvers and wife Norma of Glen Elder; a sister, Pat Boyd and husband Jim of Beloit; a sister-in-law, Carol Ahlvers; a brother-in-law, James Deines and wife Marsha; a sister-in-law Vickie Riedl and husband Martin; a sister-in-law Marcia Brewer and husband Lee; and a grandson, Jonathon Ahlvers and wife Dale Northrup of Colorado Springs, Colo., as well as a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Bob Ahlvers and David Ahlvers, two brothers-in-law Robert Deines and Frank Deines, and one sister-in-law Elizabeth Deines.

Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, with Reverend Jay Welshonse presiding. Military Rites will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Cremation will follow services with a private inurnment to be held at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Great Bend Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund or the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Galatia in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Richard Lee Ahlvers, 90, passed away Oct. 27, 2023, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. He was born at home on the family farm on May 19, 1933, in Mitchell County to Leo and Eunice (Smith) Ahlvers. He married Kathryn Deines Nov. 19, 1961, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Otis.Richard was a United States Army Veteran, serving from 1955 to 1957 as a Signal Officer, earning the rank of First Lieutenant. “Mr. Ahlvers” was a long-time educator and administrator in Kansas. His dedication to his career began as a science and math teacher at Stafford High School. He then transitioned to a principal and athletic director at St. Francis for 12 years. He served as principal at Mankato Elementary, and then superintendent at Pike Valley, retiring in 1996. Failing at retirement, he served as interim superintendent at North Central School District, before finally officially re-retiring in 1998. A resident of Great Bend since 1998, Richard served as a volunteer for the AARP Tax-Aide Program until 2019. He was an active member of the Great Bend Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend Noon Lions Club, the County Planning Committee and served as a board member of the Boys Home. Richard was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan and, as a Fort Hays State and Kansas State alumnus, enjoyed all Kansas college athletics, particularly after his daughters attended KU and Emporia. Never having an idle mind, he was a lifelong learner and enjoyed extensive conversation spanning everything from history to politics to agriculture.While Richard was the ultimate professional at work, his passion was for his family, of whom he was immensely proud (especially his beloved grandson). Having children gave him both the perfect opportunity to indulge in his love of horses, and to spend time with his family.Survivors include his wife of 62 years Kathy; two daughters, Alicia Ahlvers of Henrico, Va. and Richelle Ahlvers-Dolphin and husband Wade Dolphin of Monument, Colo.; a brother, Rodney Ahlvers and wife Norma of Glen Elder; a sister, Pat Boyd and husband Jim of Beloit; a sister-in-law, Carol Ahlvers; a brother-in-law, James Deines and wife Marsha; a sister-in-law Vickie Riedl and husband Martin; a sister-in-law Marcia Brewer and husband Lee; and a grandson, Jonathon Ahlvers and wife Dale Northrup of Colorado Springs, Colo., as well as a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers Bob Ahlvers and David Ahlvers, two brothers-in-law Robert Deines and Frank Deines, and one sister-in-law Elizabeth Deines.Visitation will be held from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Bend, with Reverend Jay Welshonse presiding. Military Rites will be conducted by the Fort Riley Honor Guard. Cremation will follow services with a private inurnment to be held at a later date. Memorials have been designated to Great Bend Trinity Lutheran Church Endowment Fund or the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Galatia 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

Richard Ahlvers, age 90

Ronald Dean Swalley, 81, died at his home in Wichita, Kansas, on October 29, 2023. He was born July 30, 1942, in Nowata, Oklahoma, the son of James E. and Edith (Hicks) Swalley. Ronald graduated from Hoisington High School in 1960. He served in the United States Army Reserves from 1966 to 1971 as a Specialist 5.

On December 22, 1962, he married Carol Darlene Stuart in Ulysses, Kansas.

Ronald worked as a CO-OP grain elevator manager for 37 years, that took them across four states, retiring in 2006. He was active in his community serving as a volunteer fireman, in civil defense, and with the chamber of commerce. He was a member of the Believer’s Southern Baptist Church of Wichita.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol Swalley of the home; son, Shane (Sue) Swalley of Belpre,: daughter, Kara (Paul) Jones of Tulsa, Oklahoma, grandchildren, Justin Swalley and Janessa Swalley both of Great Bend, Kaylin Drake of Belpre, Baleigh (Zaid) Kadhim of Dallas, Texas, and Stuart Jones of Tulsa, OK, and; brothers, Glenn Swalley of Ft. Collins, Colorado, and Hal Swalley of Wichita; sisters, Janice Kempke of Claflin, Kansas, Wanda Flood of Mayfield, New York, Sue Helfer of Alaska, and Ann Wolff of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant son, Thad Stuart Swalley.

Friends may sign the book today and until service. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, November 3, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Tim Ohls presiding. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, rural Great Bend, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Believer’s Southern Baptist Church of Wichita, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Ronald Dean Swalley, 81, died at his home in Wichita, Kansas, on October 29, 2023. He was born July 30, 1942, in Nowata, Oklahoma, the son of James E. and Edith (Hicks) Swalley. Ronald graduated from Hoisington High School in 1960. He served in the United States Army Reserves from 1966 to 1971 as a Specialist 5.On December 22, 1962, he married Carol Darlene Stuart in Ulysses, Kansas.Ronald worked as a CO-OP grain elevator manager for 37 years, that took them across four states, retiring in 2006. He was active in his community serving as a volunteer fireman, in civil defense, and with the chamber of commerce. He was a member of the Believer’s Southern Baptist Church of Wichita.He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carol Swalley of the home; son, Shane (Sue) Swalley of Belpre,: daughter, Kara (Paul) Jones of Tulsa, Oklahoma, grandchildren, Justin Swalley and Janessa Swalley both of Great Bend, Kaylin Drake of Belpre, Baleigh (Zaid) Kadhim of Dallas, Texas, and Stuart Jones of Tulsa, OK, and; brothers, Glenn Swalley of Ft. Collins, Colorado, and Hal Swalley of Wichita; sisters, Janice Kempke of Claflin, Kansas, Wanda Flood of Mayfield, New York, Sue Helfer of Alaska, and Ann Wolff of Tulsa, Oklahoma.He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant son, Thad Stuart Swalley.Friends may sign the book today and until service. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Friday, November 3, 2023, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Tim Ohls presiding. Inurnment with military honors will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, rural Great Bend, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association or Believer’s Southern Baptist Church of Wichita, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Ronald Swalley, age 81

Carol Ann Garcia, 76, passed away October 27, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. She was born March 8, 1947, in Kinsley to Jose Contreras, Sr. &amp; Jance (Almanza) Contreras.

Survivors include, two sons, Richard Garcia and Alex Contreras; a daughter, Hannah Contreras; a son in law, Jeremy Robinson; a daughter in law, Lindsay Hames; four brothers, Fred Contreras, Steve Contreras, David Contreras and Joe Contreras, Jr.; two sisters, Delores Munoz and Anita Cleveland; four grandchildren, Braelynn Contreras, Haven Hames, Rylan Robinson and Trevor Cline; five nieces and nephews, April Zendajas, Candy Contreras, Steven Contreras, Shawna Contreras and Dalton Contreras; three great nieces and nephews, Reyna Zendajas, Alexandria Zendajas and Vicente Zendajas; and a great great nephew, Horacio Zendajas. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Carol Ann Garcia, 76, passed away October 27, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. She was born March 8, 1947, in Kinsley to Jose Contreras, Sr. &amp; Jance (Almanza) Contreras.Survivors include, two sons, Richard Garcia and Alex Contreras; a daughter, Hannah Contreras; a son in law, Jeremy Robinson; a daughter in law, Lindsay Hames; four brothers, Fred Contreras, Steve Contreras, David Contreras and Joe Contreras, Jr.; two sisters, Delores Munoz and Anita Cleveland; four grandchildren, Braelynn Contreras, Haven Hames, Rylan Robinson and Trevor Cline; five nieces and nephews, April Zendajas, Candy Contreras, Steven Contreras, Shawna Contreras and Dalton Contreras; three great nieces and nephews, Reyna Zendajas, Alexandria Zendajas and Vicente Zendajas; and a great great nephew, Horacio Zendajas. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Carol Ann Garcia, age 76

Viola “Vi” (Moeder) Prosser, 90, loving wife, mother, grandmother and faithfully devoted to her Lord and Savior, was welcomed to her Heavenly home on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Viola was born Dec. 23, 1932, and was one of 10 siblings. Vi married Francis Prosser on June 2, 1956, in Odin and they raised five children. They were married for 61 years. Following Frank’s death in 2017, Vi continued to live on and operate their family farm.

She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Vi was passionate about her work as a volunteer for the Knights of Columbus, Pawnee Valley Hospital Auxiliary, Pawnee County Fair Board, Zoning Commission, Red Cross Blood Drive, and as a CASA Advocate.

She is survived by her children, Kim (Kurt) Breitenbach of Wichita, Patty (Michael) Minear of Wichita, Ed (Kelley) Prosser of Omaha, Nancy Baker (Steve Tatum) of Wichita, and Mike (Wendy) Prosser of Omaha; Grandchildren Annie (Zach) Lahn, Steven (Georgia) Jones, Alex (Molly) Breitenbach, Elizabeth (Drew) Prosser, Sam (Sarah) Breitenbach, Luke Minear, Avery Shepherd, Grant Shepherd, Maggie Prosser, Joe Prosser and Katie Prosser; eleven great grandchildren; three brothers, Rich Moeder, Great Bend, Eddie Moeder, Hutchinson, Larry (Jan) Moeder, Great Bend and a sister, Mary Ann Fisher, Plainville

She was preceded in death by her father and mother; husband, Frank; four brothers, Leo, Leonard, Ray and August Moeder and a sister, Monica Schneider.

Vigil with Rosary will be 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, 2023, at the Church, with Father Bernard Felix, Father Warren Stecklein and Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Viola “Vi” (Moeder) Prosser, 90, loving wife, mother, grandmother and faithfully devoted to her Lord and Savior, was welcomed to her Heavenly home on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. Viola was born Dec. 23, 1932, and was one of 10 siblings. Vi married Francis Prosser on June 2, 1956, in Odin and they raised five children. They were married for 61 years. Following Frank’s death in 2017, Vi continued to live on and operate their family farm.She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and Sacred Heart Altar Society. Vi was passionate about her work as a volunteer for the Knights of Columbus, Pawnee Valley Hospital Auxiliary, Pawnee County Fair Board, Zoning Commission, Red Cross Blood Drive, and as a CASA Advocate.She is survived by her children, Kim (Kurt) Breitenbach of Wichita, Patty (Michael) Minear of Wichita, Ed (Kelley) Prosser of Omaha, Nancy Baker (Steve Tatum) of Wichita, and Mike (Wendy) Prosser of Omaha; Grandchildren Annie (Zach) Lahn, Steven (Georgia) Jones, Alex (Molly) Breitenbach, Elizabeth (Drew) Prosser, Sam (Sarah) Breitenbach, Luke Minear, Avery Shepherd, Grant Shepherd, Maggie Prosser, Joe Prosser and Katie Prosser; eleven great grandchildren; three brothers, Rich Moeder, Great Bend, Eddie Moeder, Hutchinson, Larry (Jan) Moeder, Great Bend and a sister, Mary Ann Fisher, PlainvilleShe was preceded in death by her father and mother; husband, Frank; four brothers, Leo, Leonard, Ray and August Moeder and a sister, Monica Schneider.Vigil with Rosary will be 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. The family will greet friends from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 30, 2023, at the Church, with Father Bernard Felix, Father Warren Stecklein and Father Anselm Eke presiding. Visitation will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 29, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Viola 'Vi' Prosser, age 90

Tony Martinez, 63, passed away Oct. 22, 2023, in Wichita.

He was born Oct. 13, 1960, in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Rodolfo Martinez, Sr. and Marylou Mendez. He was a longtime resident of Larned, meeting Tracy in 2000. The couple married on Dec. 31, 2005.

They spent more than two decades together, raising their blended family, starting with Tony’s daughter, Brandi, and Tracy’s niece, Tiasha, as well as enjoying weekend visits from Tony’s son, Anthony, and daughter, Esperanza. They were soon joined by the couple’s daughter, Nydia, and sons Andres and Aemilio.

Tony knew no stranger. He was an extremely laid-back back and friendly person. He welcomed everyone like family to his home. He would do anything to help if he could. Familia was everything to him, and he helped take care of many nieces and nephews, over the years. He liked to help out his mother-in-law by mowing her big yard, or taking her to visit her mother in Hutchinson. Conversations had (in Spanish, of course) by Tony, Abby and Grandma Basilia were always lively and filled with laughter.

He relished telling stories about his life in San Antonio. A kid at heart, he often spent his time outdoors, playing basketball and soccer with his kids. Or, he could be spotted out exploring, looking for treasures with his metal detector. At home, the couch was Tony’s comfort spot, where he enjoyed watching crime shows, working on Sudoku Puzzles, and listening to Spanish Music. He also enjoyed watching movies. “Over the Top” was an all-time favorite for him and his son, Jacob.

At a young age, Tony would travel with his family to Wisconsin and help them with seasonal work. As he got older he lived in Plainview, Texas, working on oil rigs and at meat packing plants. Later, he moved closer to his mother in Great Bend, KS, to be close to his disabled brother. He was employed by Sunflower Diversified Services and Pathways a total of 13 years in Great Bend. He then worked at Larned State Hospital for 18 years.

Survivors include his wife Tracy, Larned; his children Emily Soto, Plainview, Texas; Brandi Martinez (Jesus Ramirez), Macksville; Tiasha Perez, Houston, Texas; Anthony Martinez (Hailey Garman), Littlestown, Pa.; Esperanza Palmer (Dillion Schmidt), Hays; Daughter Nydia, Sons Andres and Aemilio Martinez, all of Larned; grandchildren, Luna, Mateo and Leo; brothers, Salvador (Edna) Martinez, Plainview, Texas; Augie (Sherry) Martinez, Spokane, Wash.; Javier Martinez, Altus, Okla.; Steve (Dora) Martinez, Hollis, Okla.; Larry (Luz Maria) Martinez, Amarillo, Texas; Noel Martinez, Great Bend; sister Ruby (Adam) Perez, Lakin; and numerous nieces and nephews, who will miss him dearly.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his son Jacob Soto, and two brothers, Rodolfo Martinez Jr, and David Martinez.

Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Mike Barton presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.

Memorials may be given to Tony Martinez Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Tony Martinez, 63, passed away Oct. 22, 2023, in Wichita.He was born Oct. 13, 1960, in San Antonio, Texas, the son of Rodolfo Martinez, Sr. and Marylou Mendez. He was a longtime resident of Larned, meeting Tracy in 2000. The couple married on Dec. 31, 2005.They spent more than two decades together, raising their blended family, starting with Tony’s daughter, Brandi, and Tracy’s niece, Tiasha, as well as enjoying weekend visits from Tony’s son, Anthony, and daughter, Esperanza. They were soon joined by the couple’s daughter, Nydia, and sons Andres and Aemilio.Tony knew no stranger. He was an extremely laid-back back and friendly person. He welcomed everyone like family to his home. He would do anything to help if he could. Familia was everything to him, and he helped take care of many nieces and nephews, over the years. He liked to help out his mother-in-law by mowing her big yard, or taking her to visit her mother in Hutchinson. Conversations had (in Spanish, of course) by Tony, Abby and Grandma Basilia were always lively and filled with laughter.He relished telling stories about his life in San Antonio. A kid at heart, he often spent his time outdoors, playing basketball and soccer with his kids. Or, he could be spotted out exploring, looking for treasures with his metal detector. At home, the couch was Tony’s comfort spot, where he enjoyed watching crime shows, working on Sudoku Puzzles, and listening to Spanish Music. He also enjoyed watching movies. “Over the Top” was an all-time favorite for him and his son, Jacob.At a young age, Tony would travel with his family to Wisconsin and help them with seasonal work. As he got older he lived in Plainview, Texas, working on oil rigs and at meat packing plants. Later, he moved closer to his mother in Great Bend, KS, to be close to his disabled brother. He was employed by Sunflower Diversified Services and Pathways a total of 13 years in Great Bend. He then worked at Larned State Hospital for 18 years.Survivors include his wife Tracy, Larned; his children Emily Soto, Plainview, Texas; Brandi Martinez (Jesus Ramirez), Macksville; Tiasha Perez, Houston, Texas; Anthony Martinez (Hailey Garman), Littlestown, Pa.; Esperanza Palmer (Dillion Schmidt), Hays; Daughter Nydia, Sons Andres and Aemilio Martinez, all of Larned; grandchildren, Luna, Mateo and Leo; brothers, Salvador (Edna) Martinez, Plainview, Texas; Augie (Sherry) Martinez, Spokane, Wash.; Javier Martinez, Altus, Okla.; Steve (Dora) Martinez, Hollis, Okla.; Larry (Luz Maria) Martinez, Amarillo, Texas; Noel Martinez, Great Bend; sister Ruby (Adam) Perez, Lakin; and numerous nieces and nephews, who will miss him dearly.He is preceded in death by his parents, his son Jacob Soto, and two brothers, Rodolfo Martinez Jr, and David Martinez.Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Mike Barton presiding. Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday at the mortuary.Memorials may be given to Tony Martinez Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Tony Martinez, age 63

Larned – Eugene Ernest Nusser Sr., 70, passed away October 22, 2023, at Country Living Memory Care, Larned, Kansas.

Eugene was born March 16, 1953, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Arthur and Joyce Brocius Nusser. He grew up in Plevna, Kansas graduating from Fairfield High School before becoming a resident of Hutchinson.

He graduated from Hutchinson Community College with an associate degree in engineering and was employed with Master Machine Tools and AEI, Inc. as an engineer.

He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church of Hutchinson. Eugene was on the original board of directors for Club Azzurri Soccer Club where he dedicated his time to the club for the betterment of the sport and his sons.

Survivors include: two sons, Eugene Nusser Jr., Wichita and William (Katelyn) Nusser, Larned; a daughter, Heather Nusser, Knoxville, TN; a sister, Connie Nusser, Tulsa, OK; three grandchildren, Landon Nusser, Reese Nusser and Kai Bowers.

Cremation has taken place. Private inurnment will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery of Hutchinson.

Memorials may be given to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church 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 – Eugene Ernest Nusser Sr., 70, passed away October 22, 2023, at Country Living Memory Care, Larned, Kansas.Eugene was born March 16, 1953, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Arthur and Joyce Brocius Nusser. He grew up in Plevna, Kansas graduating from Fairfield High School before becoming a resident of Hutchinson.He graduated from Hutchinson Community College with an associate degree in engineering and was employed with Master Machine Tools and AEI, Inc. as an engineer.He was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church of Hutchinson. Eugene was on the original board of directors for Club Azzurri Soccer Club where he dedicated his time to the club for the betterment of the sport and his sons.Survivors include: two sons, Eugene Nusser Jr., Wichita and William (Katelyn) Nusser, Larned; a daughter, Heather Nusser, Knoxville, TN; a sister, Connie Nusser, Tulsa, OK; three grandchildren, Landon Nusser, Reese Nusser and Kai Bowers.Cremation has taken place. Private inurnment will be in the Memorial Park Cemetery of Hutchinson.Memorials may be given to Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com

Eugene Nusser Sr., age 70

Kelly T. Jeroue, walked into heaven on Oct. 21, 2023. He was born Sept. 4, 1959, in Great Bend, the son of Charles and Mary Ann (Mahaffy) Jeroue. Kelly graduated from St. John High School in 1978, where he was active in all sports, football, track, and baseball. He went on to play baseball for Barton County Community College.

On Oct. 3, 1988, he married Katherine M. Schremmer in Liberal. Together they moved to Twin Falls, Idaho where they spent 22 years before moving back to their roots in Kansas in January of 2019. Kelly worked as an insurance and car salesman, a chimney sweep, and at the Amalgameted Sugar factory. He also enjoyed coaching his children and other children in baseball and softball and following their careers. Always considered quite the monkey, he excelled at his own tree trimming business, K&amp;K Tree Trimming &amp; Removal. Unfortunately, an accident placed Kelly in a wheelchair. He spent a long time in rehabilitation at the Craig Hospital in Englewood, Colo., where his zest for life and talk were appreciated on his rounds to other patients in more traumatic care. Kelly was strong in his faith and loved to share it with others. He was a current member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Katherine Jeroue of the home, and three children, Kasey (Kayla) Jeroue of Twin Falls, Idaho, Kaleb Jeroue of Orofino, Idaho, and Kynzi Jeroue of Burley, Idaho; and his four beloved grandchildren, Carter, Parker, Peighton and Braylynn; a brother, Ken (Barbara) Jeroue of Russell; and five sisters, Barbara Gordon of Priest River, Idaho, Jody (Steve) Klepper of Great Bend, Cindy Maser of Clovis, N.M., Jacqueline Jeroue of Fresno, Calif., Tammy (Todd) Alsup of Olathe; and many in-laws, nieces and nephews, and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Tracy Jeroue, and his parents-in-law, Jim &amp; Kitty Schremmer.

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

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Interment will follow at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington.

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

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 </figure>Kelly T. Jeroue, walked into heaven on Oct. 21, 2023. He was born Sept. 4, 1959, in Great Bend, the son of Charles and Mary Ann (Mahaffy) Jeroue. Kelly graduated from St. John High School in 1978, where he was active in all sports, football, track, and baseball. He went on to play baseball for Barton County Community College.On Oct. 3, 1988, he married Katherine M. Schremmer in Liberal. Together they moved to Twin Falls, Idaho where they spent 22 years before moving back to their roots in Kansas in January of 2019. Kelly worked as an insurance and car salesman, a chimney sweep, and at the Amalgameted Sugar factory. He also enjoyed coaching his children and other children in baseball and softball and following their careers. Always considered quite the monkey, he excelled at his own tree trimming business, K&amp;K Tree Trimming &amp; Removal. Unfortunately, an accident placed Kelly in a wheelchair. He spent a long time in rehabilitation at the Craig Hospital in Englewood, Colo., where his zest for life and talk were appreciated on his rounds to other patients in more traumatic care. Kelly was strong in his faith and loved to share it with others. He was a current member of the St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Katherine Jeroue of the home, and three children, Kasey (Kayla) Jeroue of Twin Falls, Idaho, Kaleb Jeroue of Orofino, Idaho, and Kynzi Jeroue of Burley, Idaho; and his four beloved grandchildren, Carter, Parker, Peighton and Braylynn; a brother, Ken (Barbara) Jeroue of Russell; and five sisters, Barbara Gordon of Priest River, Idaho, Jody (Steve) Klepper of Great Bend, Cindy Maser of Clovis, N.M., Jacqueline Jeroue of Fresno, Calif., Tammy (Todd) Alsup of Olathe; and many in-laws, nieces and nephews, and many friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Tracy Jeroue, and his parents-in-law, Jim &amp; Kitty Schremmer.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Thursday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. with Vigil and Rosary service to begin at 7 p.m. all at the funeral home.Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 27, 2023, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, celebrated by Father Warren Stecklein. Interment will follow at St. John Catholic Cemetery, Hoisington.Memorials may be made to Craig Hospital or 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

Kelly Jeroue, age 64

Cynthia Gail Judd, 69, passed away on October 21, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on August 25, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, to William and Phyllis (Corley) Votapka. On November 28, 1981, she married Mark A. Judd in Phillipsburg, Kansas.

A long time Great Bend resident coming from Stockton, Cindy worked as an accountant for CPI and financial manager for 20/20 Optix. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Cindy was an avid reader, enjoyed KU basketball games, and participating in the Relay For Life Survivor Walk.

Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Amanda (E.J.) Shepherd of Louisburg, Kansas, and Andrea (Chris) Jeska of Great Bend, Kansas; seven grandchildren; Ward, Winston, Whittaker, Benton, Jude, Adalynn, and Silas; a brother, Timothy (Laurie) Votapka of Kildeer, Illinois; and a sister, Nancy (Howard) Diacon of Lawrence, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 27, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 28, 2023, at First Church of the Nazarene, with Pastors Josh and Amy Foster presiding. Memorials have been designated to First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Cynthia Gail Judd, 69, passed away on October 21, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend, Kansas. She was born on August 25, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, to William and Phyllis (Corley) Votapka. On November 28, 1981, she married Mark A. Judd in Phillipsburg, Kansas.A long time Great Bend resident coming from Stockton, Cindy worked as an accountant for CPI and financial manager for 20/20 Optix. She was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene. Cindy was an avid reader, enjoyed KU basketball games, and participating in the Relay For Life Survivor Walk.Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Amanda (E.J.) Shepherd of Louisburg, Kansas, and Andrea (Chris) Jeska of Great Bend, Kansas; seven grandchildren; Ward, Winston, Whittaker, Benton, Jude, Adalynn, and Silas; a brother, Timothy (Laurie) Votapka of Kildeer, Illinois; and a sister, Nancy (Howard) Diacon of Lawrence, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents.Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Friday, October 27, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 28, 2023, at First Church of the Nazarene, with Pastors Josh and Amy Foster presiding. Memorials have been designated to First Church of the Nazarene, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Cynthia Judd, age 69

Wanda Lee Heine, 71, passed away Oct. 21, 2023, at University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus, Great Bend. She was born March 21, 1952, in Great Bend, to Ernest and Dorothy (Cobler) Doty. Wanda married Ronald Lee Heine Jan. 6, 1973, in Ellinwood.

Wanda, a lifetime Great Bend resident, most recently worked at Salvation Army and previously worked at Dominican Sisters of Peace, Pizza Hut and Dilly's restaurant. Wanda had a deep affection and love for all animals, especially dogs, in particular Bucky and Bailey. Above all, she treasured time spent with her family, making an abundant number of special memories.

Survivors include her husband Ronald of the home; four sons, Chris Heine (Kathi), Jeff Heine (Ann), Rick Heine (Janelle), Brent Heine (Megan), all of Great Bend; one daughter, Kim Petrie (Cecil) of Newton; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be 1 p.m Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Michael Munz presiding.

Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North, Great Bend. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to LADA Paws Rescue or Chasing Tails Rescue, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend, KS 67530.

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 </figure>Wanda Lee Heine, 71, passed away Oct. 21, 2023, at University of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus, Great Bend. She was born March 21, 1952, in Great Bend, to Ernest and Dorothy (Cobler) Doty. Wanda married Ronald Lee Heine Jan. 6, 1973, in Ellinwood.Wanda, a lifetime Great Bend resident, most recently worked at Salvation Army and previously worked at Dominican Sisters of Peace, Pizza Hut and Dilly's restaurant. Wanda had a deep affection and love for all animals, especially dogs, in particular Bucky and Bailey. Above all, she treasured time spent with her family, making an abundant number of special memories.Survivors include her husband Ronald of the home; four sons, Chris Heine (Kathi), Jeff Heine (Ann), Rick Heine (Janelle), Brent Heine (Megan), all of Great Bend; one daughter, Kim Petrie (Cecil) of Newton; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.Funeral services will be 1 p.m Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Michael Munz presiding.Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North, Great Bend. Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to LADA Paws Rescue or Chasing Tails Rescue, 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

Wanda Heine, age 71

Marilyn Edwards, 93, passed away Oct. 19, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born Feb. 14, 1930, in Great Bend to Lloyd and Elizabeth (Bell) Spruill. She married Virgil Standish then later married Richard M. Edwards Feb. 14, 1975, in Reno, Nev. Richard passed away Dec. 8, 2010.

Marilyn, a long time Great Bend resident, was a member of Pi Phi at the University of Kansas, P.E.O, Great Bend Petroleum Club and several bridge clubs. Marilyn was a true friend who valued time spent with those who were dear to her.

Survivors include, two sons, Scott Standish (Tonie) of Fort Walton Beach, Fla. and Barton Standish (Marjorie Rosenman) of Phoenix, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Coleman Standish (Staci Wendt) of Long Beach, Calif., Dylan Standish (Amy Walser) of Manhattan Beach, Calif. and Caitlin Standish of Portland, Ore.; and two great grandchildren, Vincent Standish and Zadie Standish. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard Edwards; and a sister, Betty Theisen.

A private family service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Marilyn Edwards, 93, passed away Oct. 19, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. She was born Feb. 14, 1930, in Great Bend to Lloyd and Elizabeth (Bell) Spruill. She married Virgil Standish then later married Richard M. Edwards Feb. 14, 1975, in Reno, Nev. Richard passed away Dec. 8, 2010.Marilyn, a long time Great Bend resident, was a member of Pi Phi at the University of Kansas, P.E.O, Great Bend Petroleum Club and several bridge clubs. Marilyn was a true friend who valued time spent with those who were dear to her.Survivors include, two sons, Scott Standish (Tonie) of Fort Walton Beach, Fla. and Barton Standish (Marjorie Rosenman) of Phoenix, Ariz.; three grandchildren, Coleman Standish (Staci Wendt) of Long Beach, Calif., Dylan Standish (Amy Walser) of Manhattan Beach, Calif. and Caitlin Standish of Portland, Ore.; and two great grandchildren, Vincent Standish and Zadie Standish. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Richard Edwards; and a sister, Betty Theisen.A private family service will be held at a later date. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery Mausoleum. Memorials have been designated to the 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

Marilyn Edwards, age 93

Kenneth Eldon “Kenny” Wells, 86, passed away Oct. 17, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. He was born on June 21, 1937, in Great Bend, to Emery Doyle and Bertha (Staerkel) Wells. Kenny was married to Ruby Popp; they were later divorced. He was then married to Lois Bath.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Kenny worked as an electrician before becoming owner and operator of Wells Seamless Guttering for more than 40 years. He was of the Lutheran faith and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Kenny was also a member of many country bands, playing the bass. He liked fishing, bowling, and was a pet lover, especially his dogs.

Survivors include three daughters, Debra (Steve) McAnulla, Carol (Bill) Herrman, and Cheryl Davis, all of Great Bend; seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife; a son, Douglas Wells; his parents; two brothers, Melvin and Larry Wells; and his beloved dog, Missy.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private service will be held at a later date. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Fraternal Order of Eagles, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Kenneth Eldon “Kenny” Wells, 86, passed away Oct. 17, 2023, at Medicalodges of Great Bend. He was born on June 21, 1937, in Great Bend, to Emery Doyle and Bertha (Staerkel) Wells. Kenny was married to Ruby Popp; they were later divorced. He was then married to Lois Bath.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Kenny worked as an electrician before becoming owner and operator of Wells Seamless Guttering for more than 40 years. He was of the Lutheran faith and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Kenny was also a member of many country bands, playing the bass. He liked fishing, bowling, and was a pet lover, especially his dogs.Survivors include three daughters, Debra (Steve) McAnulla, Carol (Bill) Herrman, and Cheryl Davis, all of Great Bend; seven grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and two nephews.He was preceded in death by his wife; a son, Douglas Wells; his parents; two brothers, Melvin and Larry Wells; and his beloved dog, Missy.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. A private service will be held at a later date. Memorials have been designated to the Golden Belt Humane Society or Fraternal Order of Eagles, 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

Kenneth 'Kenny' Wells, age 86

Janet Joan Funk, 77, of Russell, died on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, at Main Street Manor of Russell.

Janet was born on June 30, 1946, in Russell. She was the daughter of LaVern H. and Elaine L. (Karst) Becker. She grew up on the family farm near Milberger. She graduated from Russell High School in the Class of 1964. She then attended and graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a Degree in Elementary Education.

Janet was united in marriage to Wayne E. Funk on Aug. 07, 1966, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. From this union, Janet and Wayne were blessed with three sons Doug, Warren, and Deric.

Janet was a dedicated Teacher for 40 years. She started teaching in 1967. She worked for a few local school districts before spending most of her teaching years in Russell. She also was the Librarian at the school.

Janet was an active member of the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. She was on the Church Council, sang in the Choir, and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, Prairie Mates FCE for 52 years, Milberger Activities Association, the K- State Extension Council, Sunflower 4-H member and Leader, and was the Russell County Republican Committeewoman. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing cards, singing, a little gambling, and taking advantage of her Gift for Gab. She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. Janet lived by the motto “Take Care of Everyone” and this was a strong influence on her and her family.

Surviving family include her sons Doug Funk (Teema) of Russell, Warren Funk (Erica) of Rexford, and Deric Funk (Mandy) of Galatia; brother Martin Becker and wife Susan of Russell; four grandchildren Lakin, Kaitlyn, Camille and Callen Funk; three step-grandchildren Molly, Macy and Chloe and three step-great-grandchildren Delilah, Amari and Lovelyn. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Wayne on Sept. 05, 2022.

Celebration of Janet’s Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. Burial will follow at the Milberger Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner- Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Memorials have been established with Prairie Mates FCE, Community for Classrooms or Milberger Cemetery Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Janet Joan Funk, 77, of Russell, died on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023, at Main Street Manor of Russell.Janet was born on June 30, 1946, in Russell. She was the daughter of LaVern H. and Elaine L. (Karst) Becker. She grew up on the family farm near Milberger. She graduated from Russell High School in the Class of 1964. She then attended and graduated from Ft. Hays State University with a Degree in Elementary Education.Janet was united in marriage to Wayne E. Funk on Aug. 07, 1966, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. From this union, Janet and Wayne were blessed with three sons Doug, Warren, and Deric.Janet was a dedicated Teacher for 40 years. She started teaching in 1967. She worked for a few local school districts before spending most of her teaching years in Russell. She also was the Librarian at the school.Janet was an active member of the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. She was on the Church Council, sang in the Choir, and taught Sunday School. She was a member of the Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, Prairie Mates FCE for 52 years, Milberger Activities Association, the K- State Extension Council, Sunflower 4-H member and Leader, and was the Russell County Republican Committeewoman. In her spare time, she enjoyed playing cards, singing, a little gambling, and taking advantage of her Gift for Gab. She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren. Janet lived by the motto “Take Care of Everyone” and this was a strong influence on her and her family.Surviving family include her sons Doug Funk (Teema) of Russell, Warren Funk (Erica) of Rexford, and Deric Funk (Mandy) of Galatia; brother Martin Becker and wife Susan of Russell; four grandchildren Lakin, Kaitlyn, Camille and Callen Funk; three step-grandchildren Molly, Macy and Chloe and three step-great-grandchildren Delilah, Amari and Lovelyn. She was preceded in death by her parents and husband Wayne on Sept. 05, 2022.Celebration of Janet’s Life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023, at the United Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Milberger. Burial will follow at the Milberger Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, at Pohlman-Varner- Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6 to 7 p.m. Memorials have been established with Prairie Mates FCE, Community for Classrooms or Milberger Cemetery Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Janet Funk, age 77

Elward James “Eldy” Hiss, Jr., 96, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend died October 17, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. He was born July 10, 1927, in Great Bend, the second son of Elward J. Hiss, Sr. and Carrie (Williams) Hiss. He married JoAnn Gallon on October 26, 1947, at the First Presbyterian Church in Great Bend, and they were married for 73 years until her passing on May 7, 2020.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Eldy was born and raised on the family farm in Buffalo Township. Eldy was a partner in Hiss Dairy and Hiss, Inc. Farm. He attended District 33 rural school and graduated from Great Bend High School Class of 1945, in which he was senior class President. He was a member and on the governing boards for First Presbyterian Church of Great Bend, Presbyterian Men’s Club, treasurer of Buffalo Township for 25 years, a Charter member of Great Bend Evening Lions Club, a lifetime member of B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #1127, past board member and President of Great Bend Coop Association and a member of the Barton County Historical Society. He enjoyed traveling, photography, friends and his family but especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include, his children, Richard L. "Rick" Hiss and wife Tina, Sandra K. “Sandy” Hiss, and Elward James Hiss, III "Jim" and wife Melinda, all of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Michelle (Aaron) Peck of Salina, Bradley (Nikki) Hiss of Great Bend, E.J. Hiss (finacé Kayla Cooley) of Des Moines, Iowa, and Veronica (Tim) Bush of Great Bend; three great grandchildren, Adia Grace Peck, Noah Preston Peck and Anthony Richard Hiss; and a sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth Hiss Brower (Al) of Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, JoAnn Hiss; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Mabel Hiss; and a sister and brother-in-law, Patricia (Hiss) and Phil Friedeman.

Celebration of Life service will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church, Great Bend, with Rev. Kathleen Luke presiding. A Private Family Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church, Great Bend Evening Lions Club or Barton County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Elward James “Eldy” Hiss, Jr., 96, loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and friend died October 17, 2023, at Azria Health Woodhaven, Great Bend, Kan. He was born July 10, 1927, in Great Bend, the second son of Elward J. Hiss, Sr. and Carrie (Williams) Hiss. He married JoAnn Gallon on October 26, 1947, at the First Presbyterian Church in Great Bend, and they were married for 73 years until her passing on May 7, 2020.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Eldy was born and raised on the family farm in Buffalo Township. Eldy was a partner in Hiss Dairy and Hiss, Inc. Farm. He attended District 33 rural school and graduated from Great Bend High School Class of 1945, in which he was senior class President. He was a member and on the governing boards for First Presbyterian Church of Great Bend, Presbyterian Men’s Club, treasurer of Buffalo Township for 25 years, a Charter member of Great Bend Evening Lions Club, a lifetime member of B.P.O.E. Elks Lodge #1127, past board member and President of Great Bend Coop Association and a member of the Barton County Historical Society. He enjoyed traveling, photography, friends and his family but especially loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include, his children, Richard L. "Rick" Hiss and wife Tina, Sandra K. “Sandy” Hiss, and Elward James Hiss, III "Jim" and wife Melinda, all of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Michelle (Aaron) Peck of Salina, Bradley (Nikki) Hiss of Great Bend, E.J. Hiss (finacé Kayla Cooley) of Des Moines, Iowa, and Veronica (Tim) Bush of Great Bend; three great grandchildren, Adia Grace Peck, Noah Preston Peck and Anthony Richard Hiss; and a sister and brother-in-law, Elizabeth Hiss Brower (Al) of Colorado. He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, JoAnn Hiss; a brother and sister-in-law, John and Mabel Hiss; and a sister and brother-in-law, Patricia (Hiss) and Phil Friedeman.Celebration of Life service will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 26, 2023, at First Presbyterian Church, Great Bend, with Rev. Kathleen Luke presiding. A Private Family Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials may be given to First Presbyterian Church, Great Bend Evening Lions Club or Barton County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Elward 'Eldy' Hiss Jr., age 96

Cody Xavier Pfeifer, 29, passed away October 19, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born on January 11, 1994, in Hays, Kansas, to Todd and Tambra (Herdman) Pfeifer.

A resident of Hutchinson, Cody was an assistant store manager at Dillons. He was an avid board and card game player, along with his love on Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, Cosplay Conventions, and anime. Cody could also be found either at the lake, camping in Colorado, or just being outside. Above all, Cody cherished his time spent with family and friends.

Survivors include his parents; sisters, Sierra, Marissa (fiancé, Landon Winkler), Johanna (fiancé, Tyler Grieb), and Erin Pfeifer, all of Great Bend; grandparents, Ray and Sheila Pfeifer and Harold Herdman; three uncles, Dr. Cory Pfeifer, Chad (Stephanie) Herdman, and Trenton (Jana) Herdman; six cousins, Athena Grotheer, Justin Herdman, Joey Herdman, Jeremy Herdman, Clayton Herdman, Garrison Herdman, and Kendrick Herdman; close friends, Tiffany Ireland, Isaiah Pesina, Aaron Hostetler and Bryan Hostetler; and beloved dog, Yuki.

Cody was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Phyllis Stuart and Janet Herdman

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 24, 2023, with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. Memorials have been designated to the Cody Pfeifer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Cody Xavier Pfeifer, 29, passed away October 19, 2023, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born on January 11, 1994, in Hays, Kansas, to Todd and Tambra (Herdman) Pfeifer.A resident of Hutchinson, Cody was an assistant store manager at Dillons. He was an avid board and card game player, along with his love on Dungeons and Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, Cosplay Conventions, and anime. Cody could also be found either at the lake, camping in Colorado, or just being outside. Above all, Cody cherished his time spent with family and friends.Survivors include his parents; sisters, Sierra, Marissa (fiancé, Landon Winkler), Johanna (fiancé, Tyler Grieb), and Erin Pfeifer, all of Great Bend; grandparents, Ray and Sheila Pfeifer and Harold Herdman; three uncles, Dr. Cory Pfeifer, Chad (Stephanie) Herdman, and Trenton (Jana) Herdman; six cousins, Athena Grotheer, Justin Herdman, Joey Herdman, Jeremy Herdman, Clayton Herdman, Garrison Herdman, and Kendrick Herdman; close friends, Tiffany Ireland, Isaiah Pesina, Aaron Hostetler and Bryan Hostetler; and beloved dog, Yuki.Cody was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Phyllis Stuart and Janet HerdmanCremation has taken place. Visitation will be from noon to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 24, 2023, with family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 25, 2023, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Adam Wutka presiding. Memorials have been designated to the Cody Pfeifer Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Cody Pfeifer, age 29

Larned – Tess Viola Couch, 40, passed away October 18, 2023.

She was born August 19, 1983 in Larned, the daughter of Gerald Raymond and Lee Anne Stueckemann Williams. A lifetime area resident, she was a longtime employee for Larned State Hospital.

She was of the Christian faith. Tess enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, cruising around, doing her make-up, and loved spending time and shopping with her girls.

She was married to Shawn Couch. They later divorced.

Survivors include: mother, Lee Anne Williams, Larned; two daughters, Alexandria Couch, Larned and Samantha Couch, Ellsworth; sister, Luci Williams, Larned; nephew, Deacon Martin, Larned; significant other, Gina Perez, Larned; two dogs, Elway and Toshi.

She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Williams.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.

Memorials may be given to Samantha Couch Cancer Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Larned – Tess Viola Couch, 40, passed away October 18, 2023.She was born August 19, 1983 in Larned, the daughter of Gerald Raymond and Lee Anne Stueckemann Williams. A lifetime area resident, she was a longtime employee for Larned State Hospital.She was of the Christian faith. Tess enjoyed watching movies, listening to music, cruising around, doing her make-up, and loved spending time and shopping with her girls.She was married to Shawn Couch. They later divorced.Survivors include: mother, Lee Anne Williams, Larned; two daughters, Alexandria Couch, Larned and Samantha Couch, Ellsworth; sister, Luci Williams, Larned; nephew, Deacon Martin, Larned; significant other, Gina Perez, Larned; two dogs, Elway and Toshi.She was preceded in death by her father, Gerald Williams.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.Memorials may be given to Samantha Couch Cancer Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477 Larned, KS 67550. Condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Tess Couch, age 40

James Dennis “Jim” Riordan, age 72 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim was born on February 12, 1951 at Detroit, Michigan to John and Alta Lee Riordan, and grew up in South Lyon, Michigan.&nbsp; Jim attended college at the University of Idaho, where he also was on the University of Idaho Vandals Football Team.&nbsp; He later worked as a lumberjack in Idaho for a number of years prior to coming to Great Bend, Kansas. Jim worked in the Oilfield for over 50 years as a Driller for LD Davis Drilling, Duke Drilling, and Val Energy and as a Casing Crew Operator for Murray Casing, all of Great Bend.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to Ginger Richter on November 25, 1978 at Great Bend, Kansas. Jim loved his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, football, and was a lover of animals.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include his wife, Ginger Riordan of Great Bend; two sons:&nbsp; Evan Riordan (&amp; Kelly Regan) of Great Bend and Hunter Riordan (&amp; Kestrel Barnes) of Lawrence, Kansas; one daughter, Erin Riordan of Great Bend; 10 nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Mocha.&nbsp; Jim was preceded in death by his parents and all five of his siblings:&nbsp; John Riordan, Janet Brown, Barb Blandin, Patrick Riordan, and Joe Riordan.

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 </figure>James Dennis “Jim” Riordan, age 72 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.&nbsp; Jim was born on February 12, 1951 at Detroit, Michigan to John and Alta Lee Riordan, and grew up in South Lyon, Michigan.&nbsp; Jim attended college at the University of Idaho, where he also was on the University of Idaho Vandals Football Team.&nbsp; He later worked as a lumberjack in Idaho for a number of years prior to coming to Great Bend, Kansas. Jim worked in the Oilfield for over 50 years as a Driller for LD Davis Drilling, Duke Drilling, and Val Energy and as a Casing Crew Operator for Murray Casing, all of Great Bend.&nbsp; He was united in marriage to Ginger Richter on November 25, 1978 at Great Bend, Kansas. Jim loved his Harley-Davidson motorcycle, football, and was a lover of animals.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Survivors include his wife, Ginger Riordan of Great Bend; two sons:&nbsp; Evan Riordan (&amp; Kelly Regan) of Great Bend and Hunter Riordan (&amp; Kestrel Barnes) of Lawrence, Kansas; one daughter, Erin Riordan of Great Bend; 10 nieces and nephews, and his beloved dog Mocha.&nbsp; Jim was preceded in death by his parents and all five of his siblings:&nbsp; John Riordan, Janet Brown, Barb Blandin, Patrick Riordan, and Joe Riordan.

James 'Jim' Riordan, age 72

Robert E. Yarmer, 90, passed away at Ellinwood District Hospital on Oct. 13, 2023. Born Dec. 24, 1932, in Ellinwood, he was the son of Joseph and Julia (Malone) Yarmer. A lifetime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, he married Madge Buckbee there on Oct, 14, 1977. 

Robert’s first job was delivering the Wichita Beacon newspaper for five years, quitting at the end of his senior year. He was a partner in Strobl-Yarmer Construction for 50 years, building many custom homes in the surrounding area. After graduating high school, Mr. Yarmer served in the Army. He took basic training at Fort Riley and attended Counterfire school at Fort Benning, Georgia, before being attached to Hq. and Hq. Company, 6th&nbsp;Infantry Regiment, Berlin, Germany. He served on the City Council several terms and was the President of the Ellinwood Community Historical Society when they published the 1991 history book the “Echoes.” In 1996, Robert received the Distinguished Community Service Award, given by the Ellinwood Rotary Club.

Survivors include his wife Madge; sister, Joleen Truesdell, Denver, Colo.; and several nieces and nephews. His brother, Richard, passed away in 1956. Richard was born in January and Robert in December of 1932, making them the same age.

Robert had many hobbies, including history, military, photography and travel. He was a life member of the Kansas Historical Society and a charter member of the Ellinwood Community Historical Society among others. As an avid collector he sought out early Kansas and Ellinwood maps, books, and pictures, compiled the&nbsp;Annals of Ellinwood&nbsp;and wrote about early merchants, their businesses, and uncommon events of the town. Robert’s mother, a one-time school teacher, taught him the love of reading, a passion he carried all his life and leaving a large library of history books in his passing. His body was taken to the landfill with regular trash pickup Tuesday.

Funeral mass will take place 10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at St. Joseph Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. Visitation will take place at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood Sunday, Oct. 15 from 1-6 p.m., with Vigil/Rosary service at 7 p.m. at the church. Memorials are suggested to Ellinwood Historical Society, Ellinwood Hospital Foundation, or St. Joseph Church in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Robert E. Yarmer, 90, passed away at Ellinwood District Hospital on Oct. 13, 2023. Born Dec. 24, 1932, in Ellinwood, he was the son of Joseph and Julia (Malone) Yarmer. A lifetime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, he married Madge Buckbee there on Oct, 14, 1977. Robert’s first job was delivering the Wichita Beacon newspaper for five years, quitting at the end of his senior year. He was a partner in Strobl-Yarmer Construction for 50 years, building many custom homes in the surrounding area. After graduating high school, Mr. Yarmer served in the Army. He took basic training at Fort Riley and attended Counterfire school at Fort Benning, Georgia, before being attached to Hq. and Hq. Company, 6th&nbsp;Infantry Regiment, Berlin, Germany. He served on the City Council several terms and was the President of the Ellinwood Community Historical Society when they published the 1991 history book the “Echoes.” In 1996, Robert received the Distinguished Community Service Award, given by the Ellinwood Rotary Club.Survivors include his wife Madge; sister, Joleen Truesdell, Denver, Colo.; and several nieces and nephews. His brother, Richard, passed away in 1956. Richard was born in January and Robert in December of 1932, making them the same age.Robert had many hobbies, including history, military, photography and travel. He was a life member of the Kansas Historical Society and a charter member of the Ellinwood Community Historical Society among others. As an avid collector he sought out early Kansas and Ellinwood maps, books, and pictures, compiled the&nbsp;Annals of Ellinwood&nbsp;and wrote about early merchants, their businesses, and uncommon events of the town. Robert’s mother, a one-time school teacher, taught him the love of reading, a passion he carried all his life and leaving a large library of history books in his passing. His body was taken to the landfill with regular trash pickup Tuesday.Funeral mass will take place 10 a.m., Monday, Oct. 16, 2023, at St. Joseph Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery in Ellinwood. Visitation will take place at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood Sunday, Oct. 15 from 1-6 p.m., with Vigil/Rosary service at 7 p.m. at the church. Memorials are suggested to Ellinwood Historical Society, Ellinwood Hospital Foundation, or St. Joseph Church in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

Robert Yarmer, age 90

David Ross Hinman, 68, died Sept. 26, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. He was born Oct. 7, 1954, in Winfield, the son of Wilbur “Jack” and Wilma Fern (Billings) Hinman. He then served during the Vietnam War in United States Navy as a aviation ordnanceman.

On Jan. 18, 1992, he married Laree Rose Radenberg in Oklahoma City, Okla. They moved back to Kansas in 2003, and David worked for Oneok and in the oil field driving water and tank trucks for Ellinwood Tank Service and Paul’s Oilfield Service. Driving was not only his job but his hobby, as he loved all things with a motor. He would drag race and was a member of the NHRA. He loved his vintage hot rods and would often take them to shows. David also loved animals but he mostly loved spoiling his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Laree Hinman of the home; son, Steven Hinman and wife Sarah of Hoisington; daughter, Melony Johnson of Clarksville, Tenn.; and grandchildren Jackson Hinman and Kathryn Titsworth of Hoisington and Ian &amp; Tyler Durant of Clarksville, Tennessee; and one great grandson; siblings, Michael Hinman and wife Connie of Lawtey, Fla., Steve Hinman and wife Debbie of Moore, Okla., Janet Winters and husband Mike of Wetumka, Okla., Carol Peek and husband Stuart of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and many nieces and nephews.

Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel.

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

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 </figure>David Ross Hinman, 68, died Sept. 26, 2023, at Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington. He was born Oct. 7, 1954, in Winfield, the son of Wilbur “Jack” and Wilma Fern (Billings) Hinman. He then served during the Vietnam War in United States Navy as a aviation ordnanceman.On Jan. 18, 1992, he married Laree Rose Radenberg in Oklahoma City, Okla. They moved back to Kansas in 2003, and David worked for Oneok and in the oil field driving water and tank trucks for Ellinwood Tank Service and Paul’s Oilfield Service. Driving was not only his job but his hobby, as he loved all things with a motor. He would drag race and was a member of the NHRA. He loved his vintage hot rods and would often take them to shows. David also loved animals but he mostly loved spoiling his grandchildren.He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Laree Hinman of the home; son, Steven Hinman and wife Sarah of Hoisington; daughter, Melony Johnson of Clarksville, Tenn.; and grandchildren Jackson Hinman and Kathryn Titsworth of Hoisington and Ian &amp; Tyler Durant of Clarksville, Tennessee; and one great grandson; siblings, Michael Hinman and wife Connie of Lawtey, Fla., Steve Hinman and wife Debbie of Moore, Okla., Janet Winters and husband Mike of Wetumka, Okla., Carol Peek and husband Stuart of Oklahoma City, Okla.; and many nieces and nephews.Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel.In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to David Hinman 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

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