Elizabeth (Betty) J. Davis, 86, passed away on May 14, 2022, at The Dorset Place, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born March 4, 1936, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Forest and Elizabeth (Korf) Newkirk.

She married Emerson J. Davis on October 8, 1953. He died January 2, 2015.

She grew up in the Barton County area. She was a cook for St. John’s Catholic School and Hoisington Dairy Queen for several years. She worked at Central Kansas Medical Center as a CNA and later joined Central Kansas Family Practice in 1975 where she retired in 1998 as their practice bookkeeper. She later joined her daughter’s business, Employee Benefit Professionals in Edmond, Oklahoma, as their agency bookkeeper until 2019.

Survivors include two sons; Jeff (Lisa) Davis of Omaha, NE; and Dave (Carla Rodie) Davis of Great Bend; one daughter, Rebecca Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK; five grandchildren; Amanda (Chris) Wyatt of Omaha, NE; Jacob (Sarah) Wilson of Great Bend; Jake (Karla) Wilkins of Hoisington; Brandon Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK and Megan Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK; nine great-grandchildren; Sean and Hannah Wyatt of Omaha, NE; Emery and Ryker of Great Bend; Jack, Jase, and Olivia Mann of Edmond, OK; Kinley and Adler Wilkins of Hoisington; one surviving brother, Don “Mouse” (Diane) Newkirk of Great Bend; her beloved dog, “Mitzi.” and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Lucille Stout, and Georgia Dyer; three brothers, Gene Newkirk, Jim Newkirk, and Frank Newkirk.

Friends may sign the book at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home from 9 am to 8 pm on Friday, May 27th. Family will greet friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 28th, at 10:30 a.m. at the Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington.

Memorials may be made to the Hoisington Volunteer Fire Department or Kans for Kids in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Elizabeth (Betty) J. Davis, 86, passed away on May 14, 2022, at The Dorset Place, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She was born March 4, 1936, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of Forest and Elizabeth (Korf) Newkirk.She married Emerson J. Davis on October 8, 1953. He died January 2, 2015.She grew up in the Barton County area. She was a cook for St. John’s Catholic School and Hoisington Dairy Queen for several years. She worked at Central Kansas Medical Center as a CNA and later joined Central Kansas Family Practice in 1975 where she retired in 1998 as their practice bookkeeper. She later joined her daughter’s business, Employee Benefit Professionals in Edmond, Oklahoma, as their agency bookkeeper until 2019.Survivors include two sons; Jeff (Lisa) Davis of Omaha, NE; and Dave (Carla Rodie) Davis of Great Bend; one daughter, Rebecca Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK; five grandchildren; Amanda (Chris) Wyatt of Omaha, NE; Jacob (Sarah) Wilson of Great Bend; Jake (Karla) Wilkins of Hoisington; Brandon Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK and Megan Vonfeldt of Edmond, OK; nine great-grandchildren; Sean and Hannah Wyatt of Omaha, NE; Emery and Ryker of Great Bend; Jack, Jase, and Olivia Mann of Edmond, OK; Kinley and Adler Wilkins of Hoisington; one surviving brother, Don “Mouse” (Diane) Newkirk of Great Bend; her beloved dog, “Mitzi.” and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Lucille Stout, and Georgia Dyer; three brothers, Gene Newkirk, Jim Newkirk, and Frank Newkirk.Friends may sign the book at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home from 9 am to 8 pm on Friday, May 27th. Family will greet friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Memorial Service will be held Saturday, May 28th, at 10:30 a.m. at the Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington.Memorials may be made to the Hoisington Volunteer Fire Department or Kans for Kids in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Elizabeth (Betty) Davis, age 86

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother, Clarice Ellen Brining, on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, New Mexico. 

Clarice was born in Caldwell, Kansas, on April 30, 1924, and moved with her parents to Great Bend, Kansas in 1937. She married Richard Curtis Brining on June 12, 1948. She taught first grade at Eisenhower School until she resigned to devote her time to family, friends, and church. She helped with the family farm by driving wheat trucks at harvest, taking meals to the field, moving farm equipment, and running numerous errands. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, reading, and traveling. She was delighted to host family gatherings and was always ready for any adventure. She loved her friends from high school, extension, and church. She was a member of P.E.O. and a volunteer with Stephens Ministry and the Life Giving Center.

Clarice had a passion and love for her family to whom she gave of herself so generously. She was also devoted to the Lord and lived accordingly. She was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, and was dedicated to her church family. She greeted everyone with a smile and a happy heart. Her positive attitude, spontaneous sense of humor, natural curiosity, and loving spirit were contagious. We are so grateful to have had you in our lives for so long, Mom. You will be missed and never forgotten. We thank everyone who enriched her life by including her in theirs.

Those left to mourn her passing include: her son, Robert Brining and wife Linda; daughter Linda Keener and husband Will and a daughter-in-law Erika Brining; her brothers, Don Hammond, Dean Hammond and wife Wilma; her grandchildren, Andrew Keener and wife Megan, Anna Kimtis and husband John, Rachel Mawhirter and husband Justin, Rebecca Padgett and husband Isaiah, and Robby Brining; her great grandsons, Jace, Emmett, and Gabriel Mawhirter, Benjamin and Thomas Keener, and a great granddaughter, Ada Kimtis; plus numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A special thanks to Craig Haneke, Bev Simonson, and Barb Brining Ross, who were not only family, but kind, attentive and generous friends.

She was preceded in death by: her husband of 58 years, Richard Brining; her son, Roger Brining; her father, Harold Hammond; her mother, Mabel Hammond Zugg; her sister, Helen Neff and husband Alven “Bill” and her sisters-in-law, Mildred Hammond, Mildred Snyder and husband Dutch, and Wilma Riegel and husband Don; and her brother-in-law, Raymond Brining and wife Dorothy.

Family and friends will join together to celebrate her life during a visitation at Bryant Funeral Home at 1425 South Patton Road, Great Bend, KS, on May 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will also be held at Bryant Funeral Home, on May 26 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Clarice would be honored to have donations go to the school where her passion for children was fulfilled by volunteering at the Seventh Day Adventist School. If you wish to donate, checks can be made out to “Seventh Day Adventist Church,” and mailed to: Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 South Patton Road, Great Bend, KS 67530.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, sister, aunt, grandmother and great grandmother, Clarice Ellen Brining, on Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Mesilla Valley Hospice in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Clarice was born in Caldwell, Kansas, on April 30, 1924, and moved with her parents to Great Bend, Kansas in 1937. She married Richard Curtis Brining on June 12, 1948. She taught first grade at Eisenhower School until she resigned to devote her time to family, friends, and church. She helped with the family farm by driving wheat trucks at harvest, taking meals to the field, moving farm equipment, and running numerous errands. She enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking, reading, and traveling. She was delighted to host family gatherings and was always ready for any adventure. She loved her friends from high school, extension, and church. She was a member of P.E.O. and a volunteer with Stephens Ministry and the Life Giving Center.Clarice had a passion and love for her family to whom she gave of herself so generously. She was also devoted to the Lord and lived accordingly. She was an active member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church, and was dedicated to her church family. She greeted everyone with a smile and a happy heart. Her positive attitude, spontaneous sense of humor, natural curiosity, and loving spirit were contagious. We are so grateful to have had you in our lives for so long, Mom. You will be missed and never forgotten. We thank everyone who enriched her life by including her in theirs.Those left to mourn her passing include: her son, Robert Brining and wife Linda; daughter Linda Keener and husband Will and a daughter-in-law Erika Brining; her brothers, Don Hammond, Dean Hammond and wife Wilma; her grandchildren, Andrew Keener and wife Megan, Anna Kimtis and husband John, Rachel Mawhirter and husband Justin, Rebecca Padgett and husband Isaiah, and Robby Brining; her great grandsons, Jace, Emmett, and Gabriel Mawhirter, Benjamin and Thomas Keener, and a great granddaughter, Ada Kimtis; plus numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. A special thanks to Craig Haneke, Bev Simonson, and Barb Brining Ross, who were not only family, but kind, attentive and generous friends.She was preceded in death by: her husband of 58 years, Richard Brining; her son, Roger Brining; her father, Harold Hammond; her mother, Mabel Hammond Zugg; her sister, Helen Neff and husband Alven “Bill” and her sisters-in-law, Mildred Hammond, Mildred Snyder and husband Dutch, and Wilma Riegel and husband Don; and her brother-in-law, Raymond Brining and wife Dorothy.Family and friends will join together to celebrate her life during a visitation at Bryant Funeral Home at 1425 South Patton Road, Great Bend, KS, on May 25 from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will also be held at Bryant Funeral Home, on May 26 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be at Great Bend Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Clarice would be honored to have donations go to the school where her passion for children was fulfilled by volunteering at the Seventh Day Adventist School. If you wish to donate, checks can be made out to “Seventh Day Adventist Church,” and mailed to: Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 South Patton Road, Great Bend, KS 67530.

Clarice Brining, age 98

Mary Lou Rex, 81, passed away Friday May 13, 2022, at here home in Larned, Kansas.

She was born December 2, 1940, in Naples, New York, the daughter of Kenneth and Genevieve Hennessey Hall.

Moving from Naples, New York, she was an area resident since 2002. She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed playing Mahjong, painting watercolor pictures and colored pencil drawings, especially for her grandchildren. She loved animals and was a former volunteer at Pawnee County Humane Society. She enjoyed music, gardening, and taking pictures of her family. She was a real kid person and her grandchildren adored her. She was a loving mother and grandmother whose kindness and joy of family was shared by all.

On April 4, 1959 she married Charles Rex at Naples, New York; he preceded her in death in 2001. She never stopped missing his companionship.

Survivors include: two daughters, Bethany (Dennis) Smith, Larned; Sandra (Robert) Gates, Dansville, New York; one son Carl (Colleen) Rex, Shawnee, Kansas; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Emmons, Aaron Scott, Tracy (Nick) Daniels, Dillon (Jessica Monro) Gates, MacKenzie (Ryan) Shigley, Cameron (Summer) Rex, Keaton Rex, Bryce Rex and Jacob Smith; 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.

Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. Inurnment will be in Naples, New York.

Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Condolences may be left www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Mary Lou Rex, 81, passed away Friday May 13, 2022, at here home in Larned, Kansas.She was born December 2, 1940, in Naples, New York, the daughter of Kenneth and Genevieve Hennessey Hall.Moving from Naples, New York, she was an area resident since 2002. She was of the Catholic faith and enjoyed playing Mahjong, painting watercolor pictures and colored pencil drawings, especially for her grandchildren. She loved animals and was a former volunteer at Pawnee County Humane Society. She enjoyed music, gardening, and taking pictures of her family. She was a real kid person and her grandchildren adored her. She was a loving mother and grandmother whose kindness and joy of family was shared by all.On April 4, 1959 she married Charles Rex at Naples, New York; he preceded her in death in 2001. She never stopped missing his companionship.Survivors include: two daughters, Bethany (Dennis) Smith, Larned; Sandra (Robert) Gates, Dansville, New York; one son Carl (Colleen) Rex, Shawnee, Kansas; nine grandchildren, Jennifer Emmons, Aaron Scott, Tracy (Nick) Daniels, Dillon (Jessica Monro) Gates, MacKenzie (Ryan) Shigley, Cameron (Summer) Rex, Keaton Rex, Bryce Rex and Jacob Smith; 8 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time. Inurnment will be in Naples, New York.Memorials may be given to Pawnee County Humane Society in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Condolences may be left www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Mary Lou Rex, age 81

Kelly Dean Miller, 62, passed away at Ellinwood District Hospital on May 16, 2022. 

Born in Ellinwood, KS on Dec. 21, 1959 he was the son of George and Phyllis (Alpers) Miller. Kelly graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1978 and later he graduated from Kansas State University in 1999 where he received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. He was a member of Acacia fraternity. 

A lifetime Ellinwood resident, Kelly worked as a famer/rancher and entrepreneur. He married Fawnia Nagel at St. John Lutheran Church on Sept. 1, 1990. 

Memberships include St. John Lutheran Church where he served as an usher and on the church council. Other organizations include Barton Co. Fair board, Cougar Booster Club, Farm Bureau board, 4H organization, National Grain and Sorghum board, Jaycee organization and Sons of the American Legion.

Survivors include wife, Fawnia Miller, Ellinwood, KS; and sons, Saul Miller, Ellinwood, KS and Colin Miller, Ellinwood, KS; and mother, Phyllis Miller. Kelly was preceded in death by his father George Miller.

Celebration of life will take place 11 a.m. Friday, May 20 at St. John Lutheran Church with Rev. Thierfelder and Rev. Abbott officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to St. John Lutheran Church or Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce (digital sign) in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

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 </figure>Kelly Dean Miller, 62, passed away at Ellinwood District Hospital on May 16, 2022. Born in Ellinwood, KS on Dec. 21, 1959 he was the son of George and Phyllis (Alpers) Miller. Kelly graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1978 and later he graduated from Kansas State University in 1999 where he received his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. He was a member of Acacia fraternity. A lifetime Ellinwood resident, Kelly worked as a famer/rancher and entrepreneur. He married Fawnia Nagel at St. John Lutheran Church on Sept. 1, 1990. Memberships include St. John Lutheran Church where he served as an usher and on the church council. Other organizations include Barton Co. Fair board, Cougar Booster Club, Farm Bureau board, 4H organization, National Grain and Sorghum board, Jaycee organization and Sons of the American Legion.Survivors include wife, Fawnia Miller, Ellinwood, KS; and sons, Saul Miller, Ellinwood, KS and Colin Miller, Ellinwood, KS; and mother, Phyllis Miller. Kelly was preceded in death by his father George Miller.Celebration of life will take place 11 a.m. Friday, May 20 at St. John Lutheran Church with Rev. Thierfelder and Rev. Abbott officiating. Cremation has taken place. Memorials are suggested to St. John Lutheran Church or Ellinwood Chamber of Commerce (digital sign) in care of Minnis Chapel, PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.

Kelly Miller, age 62

Bertha Mae Martin, 91, died May 16, 2022, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas. She was born December 29, 1930, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, the daughter of Arnold and Caroline (Reinhardt) Kunze. Bertha was a graduate of Broken Arrow High School.

On December 11, 1949, she married Leon L. Martin in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He died June 3, 2010.

A Barton County resident since 1952, Bertha was a homemaker and cashier at Town &amp; Country Supermarket for 26 years. She was a member of Emmanual Lutheran Church, Emmanuel Sewers, Clara Barton Foundation, Clara Barton Hospital Auxiliary, Clara Barton Pink Ladies and the Kan Colo Credit Union.

She is survived by four children; Shari (Craig) Weeks of Topeka; Jozet (Mike) Littrell of Hoisington, Mark (Sandy) Martin of Hoisington, and Alesia (Tim) Roccia of Ballwin, Missouri; sister-in-law, Evelyn Kunze of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and; seven grandchildren, Aaron (Kali Brazeel) Weeks of Dallas, Texas, Kara (Kim) Gardner of Hoisington, Ami (Heath) Klein of Atwood, Amber (Derek) David of Hoisington, and Justin (Samantha) Martin of Hoisington, Alison Hanners and Blake Hanners of Ballwin, Missouri; and 10 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolina Kunze, father and stepmother, Arnold &amp; Erna Kunze, and two brothers, Richard and Arnold “Buddy” Kunze.

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

Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hoisington, Reverend Wayne Baldyga and Rhonda Templing SAM, presiding. Burial will follow at Hoisington City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Kans for Kids, or Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Bertha Mae Martin, 91, died May 16, 2022, at Locust Grove Village, La Crosse, Kansas. She was born December 29, 1930, in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, the daughter of Arnold and Caroline (Reinhardt) Kunze. Bertha was a graduate of Broken Arrow High School.On December 11, 1949, she married Leon L. Martin in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. He died June 3, 2010.A Barton County resident since 1952, Bertha was a homemaker and cashier at Town &amp; Country Supermarket for 26 years. She was a member of Emmanual Lutheran Church, Emmanuel Sewers, Clara Barton Foundation, Clara Barton Hospital Auxiliary, Clara Barton Pink Ladies and the Kan Colo Credit Union.She is survived by four children; Shari (Craig) Weeks of Topeka; Jozet (Mike) Littrell of Hoisington, Mark (Sandy) Martin of Hoisington, and Alesia (Tim) Roccia of Ballwin, Missouri; sister-in-law, Evelyn Kunze of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, and; seven grandchildren, Aaron (Kali Brazeel) Weeks of Dallas, Texas, Kara (Kim) Gardner of Hoisington, Ami (Heath) Klein of Atwood, Amber (Derek) David of Hoisington, and Justin (Samantha) Martin of Hoisington, Alison Hanners and Blake Hanners of Ballwin, Missouri; and 10 great grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her mother, Carolina Kunze, father and stepmother, Arnold &amp; Erna Kunze, and two brothers, Richard and Arnold “Buddy” Kunze.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m. and a Prayer Service will begin at 7 p.m., all at the funeral home.Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 21, 2022, at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Hoisington, Reverend Wayne Baldyga and Rhonda Templing SAM, presiding. Burial will follow at Hoisington City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Kans for Kids, or Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Bertha Mae Martin, age 91

Wilmetta Katie Lee Deutsch, 88, died Monday, May 16, 2022 at Country Place Senior Living in Hoisington, KS. Wilmetta was born December 24, 1933, in Russell County, the daughter of John J. Mai and Katherina Elizabeth (Maier) Mai. She grew up in the Bender Hill area, attended Bender Hill Schools and graduated from Russell High School with the class of 1952.

Wilmetta married Junior Lee Deutsch April 25, 1954 in rural Russell County at Bender Hill Church. They recently celebrated 68 years of marriage. From this union they were blessed with two children, Johnny Deutsch and Kimberly (Deutsch) Emert.

Wilmetta lived all her life in the Hoisington area. She was a homemaker and worked at the Hoisington Hospital and for Dr. Robert Moore, MD and for Cardinal Pharmacy.

Wilmetta was a longtime member of Concordia Lutheran Church and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and church choir. She especially enjoyed cooking for her family and spending time with her husband camping on fishing trips and attending family golf outings and tournaments. She was very fond of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time at gatherings with many friends and relatives and traveling to Topeka and Kansas City. She enjoyed time at KSU events especially attending football games and tailgates with friends and family.

Wilmetta was preceded in death by husband Junior, her parents, one sister Viola Bender, five brothers, Leo Mai, Walter Mai, Clarence Mai, Earlin Mai and Howard Mai.

Survivors include a son, Johnny Deutsch (Carma) of Topeka,KS, daughter, Kimberly (Deutsch) Emert (John) of Mission, KS; Four grandchildren; Sara (Deutsch) Jones (Chris); Ryan Deutsch (Holly); Frank Emert (Anne); Molly Ellen (Emert) Campbell (Michael); Six great-grandchildren; Camden and Julia Jones of Bartlesville, OK; McKenna, Kaia and Mila Deutsch of Dodge City, KS; and Claire Ferne Campbell of Manhattan, KS; Many nieces and nephews.

Friends may sign the book at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place per Wilmetta’s wishes.

Memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding. Family will greet friends prior to the service starting at 1 p.m. at the church. Inurnment will follow the service in Hoisington Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, Concordia Lutheran Church or Kindred Hospice all in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Wilmetta Katie Lee Deutsch, 88, died Monday, May 16, 2022 at Country Place Senior Living in Hoisington, KS. Wilmetta was born December 24, 1933, in Russell County, the daughter of John J. Mai and Katherina Elizabeth (Maier) Mai. She grew up in the Bender Hill area, attended Bender Hill Schools and graduated from Russell High School with the class of 1952.Wilmetta married Junior Lee Deutsch April 25, 1954 in rural Russell County at Bender Hill Church. They recently celebrated 68 years of marriage. From this union they were blessed with two children, Johnny Deutsch and Kimberly (Deutsch) Emert.Wilmetta lived all her life in the Hoisington area. She was a homemaker and worked at the Hoisington Hospital and for Dr. Robert Moore, MD and for Cardinal Pharmacy.Wilmetta was a longtime member of Concordia Lutheran Church and the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League and church choir. She especially enjoyed cooking for her family and spending time with her husband camping on fishing trips and attending family golf outings and tournaments. She was very fond of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time at gatherings with many friends and relatives and traveling to Topeka and Kansas City. She enjoyed time at KSU events especially attending football games and tailgates with friends and family.Wilmetta was preceded in death by husband Junior, her parents, one sister Viola Bender, five brothers, Leo Mai, Walter Mai, Clarence Mai, Earlin Mai and Howard Mai.Survivors include a son, Johnny Deutsch (Carma) of Topeka,KS, daughter, Kimberly (Deutsch) Emert (John) of Mission, KS; Four grandchildren; Sara (Deutsch) Jones (Chris); Ryan Deutsch (Holly); Frank Emert (Anne); Molly Ellen (Emert) Campbell (Michael); Six great-grandchildren; Camden and Julia Jones of Bartlesville, OK; McKenna, Kaia and Mila Deutsch of Dodge City, KS; and Claire Ferne Campbell of Manhattan, KS; Many nieces and nephews.Friends may sign the book at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place per Wilmetta’s wishes.Memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Concordia Lutheran Church in Hoisington with Pastor Gary Wolf presiding. Family will greet friends prior to the service starting at 1 p.m. at the church. Inurnment will follow the service in Hoisington Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Clara Barton Hospital Foundation, Concordia Lutheran Church or Kindred Hospice all in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Wilmetta Katie Lee Deutsch, age 88

Barbara Ann (Bauer) Schadel-Kropp, 79, passed away November 30, 2021 at Country Living of Larned.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 26th at the Mortuary.

Memorials may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box, 477, Larned, KS 67550.

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 </figure>Barbara Ann (Bauer) Schadel-Kropp, 79, passed away November 30, 2021 at Country Living of Larned.Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Thursday, May 26th at the Mortuary.Memorials may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project, in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box, 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Barbara Ann (Bauer) Schadel-Kropp, age 79

Robert N. Wagner, age 89 years, of La Crosse, Kansas passed away on Saturday morning, May 7, 2022 at Locust Grove Village Care Center in La Crosse.&nbsp; Robert was born on July 7, 1932 at La Crosse, Kansas to Adam and Dorothy (Seuser) Wagner. He served in the U.S. Army for two years.&nbsp; Robert was an educator and taught at Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kansas for many years where he developed the Auto Mechanics Program.&nbsp; He enjoyed his farm property, was devoted to his faith and loved to be outdoors.&nbsp; Additional hobbies he enjoyed were photography, reading, woodworking, and building model boats and planes.

Survivors include his daughter Tammy (Brett) Carlson; one grandson, Preston Carlson and his son, Mark (Connie) Wagner; his niece Jan Deighton and nephew Dirk Deighton.&nbsp; Robert was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Faith and nephew Jeffrey.

Graveside funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 20, 2022, at Lone Star Cemetery near Bison, Kansas with Pastor Mark Sizemore officiating. &nbsp;According to Robert’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. &nbsp;The family requests memorials be directed to the Salvation Army or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chartergreatbend.com/" target="_blank">http://www.chartergreatbend.com</a>.

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 </figure>Robert N. Wagner, age 89 years, of La Crosse, Kansas passed away on Saturday morning, May 7, 2022 at Locust Grove Village Care Center in La Crosse.&nbsp; Robert was born on July 7, 1932 at La Crosse, Kansas to Adam and Dorothy (Seuser) Wagner. He served in the U.S. Army for two years.&nbsp; Robert was an educator and taught at Barton County Community College in Great Bend, Kansas for many years where he developed the Auto Mechanics Program.&nbsp; He enjoyed his farm property, was devoted to his faith and loved to be outdoors.&nbsp; Additional hobbies he enjoyed were photography, reading, woodworking, and building model boats and planes.Survivors include his daughter Tammy (Brett) Carlson; one grandson, Preston Carlson and his son, Mark (Connie) Wagner; his niece Jan Deighton and nephew Dirk Deighton.&nbsp; Robert was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Faith and nephew Jeffrey.Graveside funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Friday, May 20, 2022, at Lone Star Cemetery near Bison, Kansas with Pastor Mark Sizemore officiating. &nbsp;According to Robert’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. &nbsp;The family requests memorials be directed to the Salvation Army or a charity of the donor’s choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;Online condolences may be left for the family and a full obituary notice may be viewed at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.chartergreatbend.com/" target="_blank">http://www.chartergreatbend.com</a>.

Robert Wagner, age 89

Esther L Thul, 93, passed away May 12, 2022, at Ellinwood District Hospital. She was born on October 26, 1928, at Hominy, Okla., to Ira John &amp; Alta Mae (Parnell) Fosdick. She married Arthur N. Thul on July 29, 1944, at Dodge City. He died May 13, 1986.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Esther was a receptionist for Centel until she retired. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Bridge Club and the Ellinwood Bowling Team.

Survivors include, a sister in law, Geraldine “Gerry” Fosdick of Great Bend and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arthur N. Thul; two sons, Arthur “Johnny” Thul and Franklin Thul; an infant daughter, Linda Thul; three brothers and their spouses, John Fosdick (June), J.R. Fosdick and Donald Fosdick; three sisters and their spouses, Alta Snow (Debbs), Mary Walter (Bud), Lorene Johnson (Jabe) and an infant sister, Pauline Fosdick.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service with Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment will be in Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery in Ellinwood. Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Esther L Thul, 93, passed away May 12, 2022, at Ellinwood District Hospital. She was born on October 26, 1928, at Hominy, Okla., to Ira John &amp; Alta Mae (Parnell) Fosdick. She married Arthur N. Thul on July 29, 1944, at Dodge City. He died May 13, 1986.A longtime Great Bend resident, Esther was a receptionist for Centel until she retired. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Bridge Club and the Ellinwood Bowling Team.Survivors include, a sister in law, Geraldine “Gerry” Fosdick of Great Bend and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Arthur N. Thul; two sons, Arthur “Johnny” Thul and Franklin Thul; an infant daughter, Linda Thul; three brothers and their spouses, John Fosdick (June), J.R. Fosdick and Donald Fosdick; three sisters and their spouses, Alta Snow (Debbs), Mary Walter (Bud), Lorene Johnson (Jabe) and an infant sister, Pauline Fosdick.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service with Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 19, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Interment will be in Lakin-Comanche District Cemetery in Ellinwood. Memorials have been designated to Prince of Peace Parish, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Esther Thul, age 93

Mark Inman Seitz, 63, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022, in Ellsworth, KS. He was born November 6, 1958, in Ellsworth to William and Margaret (Payton) Seitz.

Mark is survived by his brothers, Matt Seitz (Mary) of Hutchinson, KS and Luke Seitz (Kim) of Ellsworth; and nephews and niece, Riley Seitz (Abby), Rachel Seitz, Austin Seitz (Nellie), Jordan Seitz (Jennifer), Joshua Handlin (Casey), and Timothy Handlin (Cecelia). He was preceded in death by his parents.

Mark was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth where he worked as a journalist for the Ellsworth Independent Reporter, a warehouse manager at Craftworld, and later as a warehouseman at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. He also wrote for the Hesston Record. He volunteered for many years on the Ellsworth Fire Department and was a member of the Ellsworth chapter of the Sons of the American Legion, Post 174.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2022, at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth Volunteer Fire Department, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439. Condolences can be left at parsonsfh.com.

Mark Inman Seitz, 63, passed away Thursday, May 12, 2022, in Ellsworth, KS. He was born November 6, 1958, in Ellsworth to William and Margaret (Payton) Seitz.Mark is survived by his brothers, Matt Seitz (Mary) of Hutchinson, KS and Luke Seitz (Kim) of Ellsworth; and nephews and niece, Riley Seitz (Abby), Rachel Seitz, Austin Seitz (Nellie), Jordan Seitz (Jennifer), Joshua Handlin (Casey), and Timothy Handlin (Cecelia). He was preceded in death by his parents.Mark was a lifetime resident of Ellsworth where he worked as a journalist for the Ellsworth Independent Reporter, a warehouse manager at Craftworld, and later as a warehouseman at the Ellsworth Correctional Facility. He also wrote for the Hesston Record. He volunteered for many years on the Ellsworth Fire Department and was a member of the Ellsworth chapter of the Sons of the American Legion, Post 174.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, May 20, 2022, at Parsons Funeral Home, Ellsworth.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ellsworth Volunteer Fire Department, c/o, Parsons Funeral Home, PO Box 45, Ellsworth, KS 67439. Condolences can be left at parsonsfh.com.

Mark Inman Seitz, age 63

Wade Jackson Morris, 62, died May 12, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital. He was born December 22, 1959, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Bobby J. and Virginia (Cronic) Morris.

Wade graduated from Greensburg High School in 1978 and then received his Associate Degree from SouthWestern College.

A longtime Barton County resident, Wade was a self employed welder working on the pipeline and odd jobs until recently when he started teaching his craft to future welders at Barton County Community College. He loved to tinker in his shop creating and inventing new things, and mentoring and helping anyone in need. Wade enjoyed gardening, fishing and crafting his own fishing lures, and would share a beer with anyone that bought it. He especially enjoyed lovingly tormenting his grandchildren.

On May 3, 1986, he married Diane Suchy at St. Rose Catholic Church in Great Bend. She survives along with their four children; Chelsi (Chris) Holinde of Great Bend, Shayla (Kody) Cook, Caitlyn (Cory) Meitner, and Hunter Morris, all of Hoisington; two brothers, Jeff (Carolyn) Morris and Derek (Joyce) Morris, all of Wichita; a step brother, Christopher (Lanissa) Hammond of Marion; a step sister, Brenda (Butch) Robertson of Colorado; and most importantly his ten beloved grandchildren, Haylee, Corbyn, Treyton, and Bayne Holinde, Millie, Marcie, and Albie Wade Cook, Tripp, Everleigh, and Lyla Wade Meitner.

He was preceded in death by his father, Bobby J. Morris, mother, Virginia Hammond, step father Stewart Hammond and a sister, Chandra Morris.

Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, with family to receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Wade Morris Grandchildren’s Education Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Wade Jackson Morris, 62, died May 12, 2022, at Clara Barton Hospital. He was born December 22, 1959, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of Bobby J. and Virginia (Cronic) Morris.Wade graduated from Greensburg High School in 1978 and then received his Associate Degree from SouthWestern College.A longtime Barton County resident, Wade was a self employed welder working on the pipeline and odd jobs until recently when he started teaching his craft to future welders at Barton County Community College. He loved to tinker in his shop creating and inventing new things, and mentoring and helping anyone in need. Wade enjoyed gardening, fishing and crafting his own fishing lures, and would share a beer with anyone that bought it. He especially enjoyed lovingly tormenting his grandchildren.On May 3, 1986, he married Diane Suchy at St. Rose Catholic Church in Great Bend. She survives along with their four children; Chelsi (Chris) Holinde of Great Bend, Shayla (Kody) Cook, Caitlyn (Cory) Meitner, and Hunter Morris, all of Hoisington; two brothers, Jeff (Carolyn) Morris and Derek (Joyce) Morris, all of Wichita; a step brother, Christopher (Lanissa) Hammond of Marion; a step sister, Brenda (Butch) Robertson of Colorado; and most importantly his ten beloved grandchildren, Haylee, Corbyn, Treyton, and Bayne Holinde, Millie, Marcie, and Albie Wade Cook, Tripp, Everleigh, and Lyla Wade Meitner.He was preceded in death by his father, Bobby J. Morris, mother, Virginia Hammond, step father Stewart Hammond and a sister, Chandra Morris.Friends may sign the book 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, with family to receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home. There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.Memorial service will be 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home Chapel, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington City Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Wade Morris Grandchildren’s Education Fund, in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Wade Morris, age 62

Richard “Rick” Gerard Suchy, 66, passed away May 12, 2022, at the University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on June 11, 1955, at Great Bend, to Albion &amp; Marcelline (Schwartz) Suchy. He married Kay Nelson on August 31, 1974, at Great Bend.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rick was the owner and operator of Suchy Construction. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #862, NRA, Duneville Campground and Shifters of Central Kansas. Rick enjoyed hunting, cars, collecting all things auto memorabilia, dune buggies and sand cars. He especially loved spending time with his family and their 4th of July celebrations.

Survivors include, his wife, Kay Suchy of the home; a son, Aaron Suchy and Tierney Mermis and a daughter, Nikki Munsch and husband Rick, and a son in law, Gary Bainbridge all of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Braxton Love, Darin Munsch, Brodie Bainbridge, Hayley Suchy and Caylon Munsch; a brother, Randy Suchy and wife Cristy of Great Bend; five sisters, Diane Morris and husband Wade of Hoisington, Debra Langer and husband Bob of Great Bend, Brenda Ohnmacht and husband Steve of Great Bend, Arlene Manning and husband Greg of Ellinwood and Coleen "Coke" Suchy of Bushton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Kimberly Suchy Bainbridge.

Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Richard “Rick” Gerard Suchy, 66, passed away May 12, 2022, at the University Of Kansas Health System - Great Bend Campus. He was born on June 11, 1955, at Great Bend, to Albion &amp; Marcelline (Schwartz) Suchy. He married Kay Nelson on August 31, 1974, at Great Bend.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Rick was the owner and operator of Suchy Construction. He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus Council #862, NRA, Duneville Campground and Shifters of Central Kansas. Rick enjoyed hunting, cars, collecting all things auto memorabilia, dune buggies and sand cars. He especially loved spending time with his family and their 4th of July celebrations.Survivors include, his wife, Kay Suchy of the home; a son, Aaron Suchy and Tierney Mermis and a daughter, Nikki Munsch and husband Rick, and a son in law, Gary Bainbridge all of Great Bend; five grandchildren, Braxton Love, Darin Munsch, Brodie Bainbridge, Hayley Suchy and Caylon Munsch; a brother, Randy Suchy and wife Cristy of Great Bend; five sisters, Diane Morris and husband Wade of Hoisington, Debra Langer and husband Bob of Great Bend, Brenda Ohnmacht and husband Steve of Great Bend, Arlene Manning and husband Greg of Ellinwood and Coleen "Coke" Suchy of Bushton. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Kimberly Suchy Bainbridge.Visitation will be held from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in Hillcrest Memorial Park. Memorials have been designated to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Richard 'Rick' Suchy, age 66

Jo Jordan, 84, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2022, at River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on October 7, 1937, at Great Bend, to Wesley &amp; Evelyn Miller. She married Clifford R. Jordan on August 30, 1959 at Great Bend, Kansas.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jo was a sales rep for Avon for many years. She was a member of United Methodist Church and then First Christian Church. Jo worked as a church visitor, sharing her smile with the homebound and elderly. She also enjoyed caring for children in her later years. Jo was a true friend to all she met and was a dedicated follower of the Lord.

Survivors include two sons, Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Englewood, Colo. and Michael Jordan and wife Kathy of Hutchinson; and three grandchildren, Caroline Jordan, Grant Jordan and Jordyn Pratt. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Clifford Jordan.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at First Christian Church with Reverend Josh Leu presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasJo Jordan, 84, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2022, at River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born on October 7, 1937, at Great Bend, to Wesley &amp; Evelyn Miller. She married Clifford R. Jordan on August 30, 1959 at Great Bend, Kansas.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Jo was a sales rep for Avon for many years. She was a member of United Methodist Church and then First Christian Church. Jo worked as a church visitor, sharing her smile with the homebound and elderly. She also enjoyed caring for children in her later years. Jo was a true friend to all she met and was a dedicated follower of the Lord.Survivors include two sons, Scott Jordan and wife Heather of Englewood, Colo. and Michael Jordan and wife Kathy of Hutchinson; and three grandchildren, Caroline Jordan, Grant Jordan and Jordyn Pratt. She was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Clifford Jordan.Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with family to receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at First Christian Church with Reverend Josh Leu presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to First Christian Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Jo Jordan, age 84

George Paul Korobka, age 74, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, the result of an automobile accident in rural Phillips County, Kansas. He was born January 1, 1948, in Regensburg, Germany to Tony and Anna (Metschetnaja) Korobka. George was a graduate of Newton High School. On December 24, 1979, he married Virginia (Ferguson) in Las Vegas, Nevada. George and his wife, Virginia, owned and operated Reeve’s Fumigation Services in Atwood, Kansas before moving to Hays in 1991. He then became the Ellis County Noxious Weed Director. George was a US Army Veteran and had received a Purple Heart Medal which is earned by a service member who has greatly sacrificed themselves, or paid the ultimate price, while in the line of duty. George was a member of the VFW and American Legion. It was no secret that he was simply an outdoorsman. George absolutely loved fishing and hunting, as well as his Monday night trap shooting at the Hays City Sportsmen's Club.&nbsp; He always saw the biggest deer on the property, but his shot was off just enough for it to escape.&nbsp; The stories were always amazing &amp; he enjoyed telling them.&nbsp; His love for fishing was evident, spending his last day at the lake, casting for the big one. George was a proud grandpa to six grandchildren and especially enjoyed his time with “The Little’s” which is the youngest three grandchildren.&nbsp; Taking them to the park, playing in the yard or watching them at their sports events. George enjoyed a good day finding treasures at garage sales; there was always a bargain to be found.&nbsp; He was also known to partake in a little gambling, particularly in Las Vegas, but could easily be convinced to go gambling about anywhere. George is survived by his wife, Virginia of Hays; two sons, Brice Korobka and wife Vicki of rural Phillipsburg and Gage Korobka and wife Pri`Trisha of Ellis; a brother, Victor Korobka of Newton, Kansas as well as his six grandchildren, Kruze, Locke, George, Brooke, Trace and Tyler. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Luba and Switlana. Funeral services will be 11:30 AM Friday, May 13, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Military Honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard. Private family burial will follow. Memorial contributions are suggested to ARC Park or the Hays City Sportsmen's Club. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

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 </figure>George Paul Korobka, age 74, of Hays, Kansas passed away Tuesday, May 10, 2022, the result of an automobile accident in rural Phillips County, Kansas. He was born January 1, 1948, in Regensburg, Germany to Tony and Anna (Metschetnaja) Korobka. George was a graduate of Newton High School. On December 24, 1979, he married Virginia (Ferguson) in Las Vegas, Nevada. George and his wife, Virginia, owned and operated Reeve’s Fumigation Services in Atwood, Kansas before moving to Hays in 1991. He then became the Ellis County Noxious Weed Director. George was a US Army Veteran and had received a Purple Heart Medal which is earned by a service member who has greatly sacrificed themselves, or paid the ultimate price, while in the line of duty. George was a member of the VFW and American Legion. It was no secret that he was simply an outdoorsman. George absolutely loved fishing and hunting, as well as his Monday night trap shooting at the Hays City Sportsmen's Club.&nbsp; He always saw the biggest deer on the property, but his shot was off just enough for it to escape.&nbsp; The stories were always amazing &amp; he enjoyed telling them.&nbsp; His love for fishing was evident, spending his last day at the lake, casting for the big one. George was a proud grandpa to six grandchildren and especially enjoyed his time with “The Little’s” which is the youngest three grandchildren.&nbsp; Taking them to the park, playing in the yard or watching them at their sports events. George enjoyed a good day finding treasures at garage sales; there was always a bargain to be found.&nbsp; He was also known to partake in a little gambling, particularly in Las Vegas, but could easily be convinced to go gambling about anywhere. George is survived by his wife, Virginia of Hays; two sons, Brice Korobka and wife Vicki of rural Phillipsburg and Gage Korobka and wife Pri`Trisha of Ellis; a brother, Victor Korobka of Newton, Kansas as well as his six grandchildren, Kruze, Locke, George, Brooke, Trace and Tyler. He was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters, Luba and Switlana. Funeral services will be 11:30 AM Friday, May 13, 2022, at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Military Honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard. Private family burial will follow. Memorial contributions are suggested to ARC Park or the Hays City Sportsmen's Club. Donations made payable to the organization may be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

 George Paul Korobka, age 74

Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich, 87, passed away May 11, 2022, under her loving family’s care at her granddaughter, Brooke’s, house in Halstead. She was born on February 17, 1935, in Victoria to Nicholas &amp; Rose (Dreiling) Braun. Delores attended Brown Mackie College where she met Leon Strecker. They were married on April 23, 1955, in Ellinwood. He died August 12, 1992. She then married Cletus Uhrich on March 11, 2000, in Great Bend. He died December 19, 2011.

A longtime Great Bend resident, Delores was a bookkeeper for several area oilfield companies. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Great Bend Desk and Derrick, and enjoyed playing bridge. Delores especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include, her children, Monty Strecker and wife Catherine of Ellinwood, Julie Bauman and husband Carl of Great Bend, and Carrie Bridges and husband Kirk of Halstead; two brothers, Francis Braun of Titusville, Fla. and Darrell Braun and wife Mignon of Odessa, Tex.; twelve grandchildren, Jacob Strecker (Andrea), Nicklaus Strecker (Laura), Rachel Strecker (Shameem), Rebecca Smith (Jordon), Joanna Strecker, Amanda Clarke, Ashlee Meyerhoff (Kurt), Zachary Bauman (Hailey), Brooke Panzer (Jarrod), Brandy Mabry (Zack), Bryon Bridges (Stephanie) and Bradley Bridges (Maddie) and thirty-one great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Nick Braun, Jr.; a sister, Freida Rychlec; a sister in law, Millie Braun; and two great grandchildren, Elyjah Bridges and McCoy Smith.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding and Father Max Builtz concelebrating. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or St. Joseph Catholic School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich, 87, passed away May 11, 2022, under her loving family’s care at her granddaughter, Brooke’s, house in Halstead. She was born on February 17, 1935, in Victoria to Nicholas &amp; Rose (Dreiling) Braun. Delores attended Brown Mackie College where she met Leon Strecker. They were married on April 23, 1955, in Ellinwood. He died August 12, 1992. She then married Cletus Uhrich on March 11, 2000, in Great Bend. He died December 19, 2011.A longtime Great Bend resident, Delores was a bookkeeper for several area oilfield companies. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, Great Bend Desk and Derrick, and enjoyed playing bridge. Delores especially loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.Survivors include, her children, Monty Strecker and wife Catherine of Ellinwood, Julie Bauman and husband Carl of Great Bend, and Carrie Bridges and husband Kirk of Halstead; two brothers, Francis Braun of Titusville, Fla. and Darrell Braun and wife Mignon of Odessa, Tex.; twelve grandchildren, Jacob Strecker (Andrea), Nicklaus Strecker (Laura), Rachel Strecker (Shameem), Rebecca Smith (Jordon), Joanna Strecker, Amanda Clarke, Ashlee Meyerhoff (Kurt), Zachary Bauman (Hailey), Brooke Panzer (Jarrod), Brandy Mabry (Zack), Bryon Bridges (Stephanie) and Bradley Bridges (Maddie) and thirty-one great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Nick Braun, Jr.; a sister, Freida Rychlec; a sister in law, Millie Braun; and two great grandchildren, Elyjah Bridges and McCoy Smith.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, May 16, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service and Daughters of Isabella rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, May 17, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding and Father Max Builtz concelebrating. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Holy Family School Endowment Fund or St. Joseph Catholic School Endowment Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Delores Lorraine Strecker Uhrich, age 87

Greta G. Foster, 80, passed away May 10, 2022, at Country Place Senior Living in Hoisington. She was born March 1, 1942, in Norton to Wayne &amp; Lilly (Thiesen) Heany. She married Gordon Brantley in June 1964 and they later divorced. She then married Gary L. Foster on August 27, 1983. He died April 16, 2000.

In 1976, Greta and Gordon moved to Great Bend when they bought Cook &amp; Weber Funeral Home. Greta spent 18 years as an office technology instructor at Barton Community College. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and spent many years volunteering for the Barton County Fair. Greta had a very caring heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. She enjoyed gardening and animals. Greta especially loved spending time with her family.

Survivors include her twins, Dr. Scott Brantley and fiancé Chandra Espinosa and Dr. Sherri Brantley all of Great Bend; a sister, Glenda Kramer and husband Fritz of Ellis; seven grandchildren, Austin Brantley (Molly), Gracie McGinnes (Brook), TeeJay Janousek (Megan), Cayton Janousek (Megan), Steele Brack, Kian Espinosa and Alaina Espinosa; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; spouses, Gordon Brantley and Gary Foster; and siblings, Gerald Wonderlich and Gerri Carper.

There will be no services as cremation has taken place. There will be a come-and-go for family and friends at Scott’s house, 132 NW 60 Rd., Great Bend, Kan., on Sunday, May 15, 2022, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. A private family inurnment will take place at the Getty’s Cemetery in Clayton, Kan. Memorials have been designated to the Barton County Fair, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasGreta G. Foster, 80, passed away May 10, 2022, at Country Place Senior Living in Hoisington. She was born March 1, 1942, in Norton to Wayne &amp; Lilly (Thiesen) Heany. She married Gordon Brantley in June 1964 and they later divorced. She then married Gary L. Foster on August 27, 1983. He died April 16, 2000.In 1976, Greta and Gordon moved to Great Bend when they bought Cook &amp; Weber Funeral Home. Greta spent 18 years as an office technology instructor at Barton Community College. She was a member of First United Methodist Church and spent many years volunteering for the Barton County Fair. Greta had a very caring heart and was always willing to help anyone in need. She enjoyed gardening and animals. Greta especially loved spending time with her family.Survivors include her twins, Dr. Scott Brantley and fiancé Chandra Espinosa and Dr. Sherri Brantley all of Great Bend; a sister, Glenda Kramer and husband Fritz of Ellis; seven grandchildren, Austin Brantley (Molly), Gracie McGinnes (Brook), TeeJay Janousek (Megan), Cayton Janousek (Megan), Steele Brack, Kian Espinosa and Alaina Espinosa; and five great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; spouses, Gordon Brantley and Gary Foster; and siblings, Gerald Wonderlich and Gerri Carper.There will be no services as cremation has taken place. There will be a come-and-go for family and friends at Scott’s house, 132 NW 60 Rd., Great Bend, Kan., on Sunday, May 15, 2022, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. A private family inurnment will take place at the Getty’s Cemetery in Clayton, Kan. Memorials have been designated to the Barton County Fair, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Greta G. Foster, age 80

Betty Lou Ashley, 79, passed away May 10, 2022 at Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend.

She was born September 3, 1942 in Yuma, AZ, the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.

Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation bible school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and spoiling her grandkids and great-grandkids.

On November 10, 1959 she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, TX; he survives.

Other survivors include son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, WA, Jordan (Sarah) Haynes, Bixby, OK, Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, MO, Kaitlyn (Casey) Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, NE, Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor Bartz, Larned; seven great-grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and Holden Ashley.

She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley; son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; and a granddaughter, Laura Ashley.

Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at First Southern Baptist Church, Larned with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome Inn Senior Center 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>Dateline: LarnedBetty Lou Ashley, 79, passed away May 10, 2022 at Azria Health Woodhaven in Great Bend.She was born September 3, 1942 in Yuma, AZ, the daughter of Lester Ervin and Rose Lee Pebsworth Patton.Moving from Texas and later Great Bend, she was a Larned resident since 1964. She was co-owner of Dairy Queen in Larned with her husband Ernie and a charter member of the First Southern Baptist Church where she was involved in many activities from Sunday school to vacation bible school. She was an avid doll collector and member of various doll clubs. She enjoyed making ceramics, sewing, painting, crafting, and spoiling her grandkids and great-grandkids.On November 10, 1959 she married Ernest A. Ashley at Perryton, TX; he survives.Other survivors include son, Duane Ashley, Larned; two daughters, Suzan (Jim) Haynes, and Sandi Bartz, both of Larned; seven grandchildren, Michael (Jessie) Ashley, Bermerton, WA, Jordan (Sarah) Haynes, Bixby, OK, Tyler Ashley, Kansas City, MO, Kaitlyn (Casey) Hatfield, Larned, Jeromy Bartz, Lincoln, NE, Brandon Bartz, Hays, Trevor Bartz, Larned; seven great-grandchildren, Kaira Haynes, Josiah Haynes, Judah Haynes, Ariella Haynes, Colby Hatfield, Collins Hatfield, and Holden Ashley.She was preceded in death by her parents; son, Ernest Lester Ashley; son-in-law, Michael Bartz; brother, Jerry Patton; sister, Sue Sharp; and a granddaughter, Laura Ashley.Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at First Southern Baptist Church, Larned with Pastor Cecil Dale presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to First Southern Baptist Church or Welcome Inn Senior Center in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com

Betty Lou Ashley, age 79

Rowena Arlene Sheraden, 90, passed away May 6, 2022 at County Living Memory Care in Larned.

She was born September 17, 1931 in Larned, the daughter of Charles and Lillian Clark Dipman.

Returning to the area from Wichita in 2015, she was of the Christian Faith. She worked as a secretary for Midland Supply and was also a school teacher.

On September 30, 1961 Robert Sheraden in Larned; he preceded her in death on October 8, 2015.

Survivors include two brothers, Damon Dipman, Holly, Colorado, and Allen (Mary) Dipman, Larned.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother, Donald Dipman.

Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Larned Cemetery with Pastor Daryl Riffel presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to New Beginnings Church of the Nazerine 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>Rowena Arlene Sheraden, 90, passed away May 6, 2022 at County Living Memory Care in Larned.She was born September 17, 1931 in Larned, the daughter of Charles and Lillian Clark Dipman.Returning to the area from Wichita in 2015, she was of the Christian Faith. She worked as a secretary for Midland Supply and was also a school teacher.On September 30, 1961 Robert Sheraden in Larned; he preceded her in death on October 8, 2015.Survivors include two brothers, Damon Dipman, Holly, Colorado, and Allen (Mary) Dipman, Larned.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, and a brother, Donald Dipman.Graveside Service will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 14, 2022 at Larned Cemetery with Pastor Daryl Riffel presiding. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, May 13 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned. Burial will be in the Larned Cemetery.Memorials may be given to New Beginnings Church of the Nazerine in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Rowena Arlene Sheraden, age 90

Delores (Achatz) Hauser, 99, passed away in Larned, KS on May 8th, 2022. Born July 19th, 1922 at home in rural Ellinwood she was the daughter of Henry and Rose (Koch) Achatz. A lifetime Ellinwood area resident, Delores&nbsp;married Edward Hauser on May 13th, 1946. He passed away July 13th, 1996. Delores was a homemaker, mother, and sports fan who enjoyed bingo and bowling. She worked for Avon in addition to a handful of other jobs.&nbsp;

Former memberships include St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, and Sunshine Club.

Survivors include daughters, Carol (JR) Lenhart, Ellinwood, KS, Connie (Mark) Koch, Pelican Rapids, MN; son, Larry (Lynda) Hauser, Ellinwood, KS; 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren; and brother, William Achatz, Ellinwood, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Hauser; brothers, Elmer, Milton, Bobby, Richard and Tom; and sisters, Dorothy and Ada.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian burial will take place 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 13th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood. Visitation will take place Thursday, May 12th from noon-6 PM with Rosary at 3 PM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood.&nbsp; Vigil will take place that evening at 7 PM at St. Joseph Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church, St. Joseph School, or Kindred Hospice, in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Dateline: Ellinwood, KSDelores (Achatz) Hauser, 99, passed away in Larned, KS on May 8th, 2022. Born July 19th, 1922 at home in rural Ellinwood she was the daughter of Henry and Rose (Koch) Achatz. A lifetime Ellinwood area resident, Delores&nbsp;married Edward Hauser on May 13th, 1946. He passed away July 13th, 1996. Delores was a homemaker, mother, and sports fan who enjoyed bingo and bowling. She worked for Avon in addition to a handful of other jobs.&nbsp;Former memberships include St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society, Daughters of Isabella, and Sunshine Club.Survivors include daughters, Carol (JR) Lenhart, Ellinwood, KS, Connie (Mark) Koch, Pelican Rapids, MN; son, Larry (Lynda) Hauser, Ellinwood, KS; 7 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren; and brother, William Achatz, Ellinwood, KS. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Hauser; brothers, Elmer, Milton, Bobby, Richard and Tom; and sisters, Dorothy and Ada.&nbsp;Mass of Christian burial will take place 10:30 a.m., Friday, May 13th at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood with Father Terrance Klein officiating. Interment will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery, Ellinwood. Visitation will take place Thursday, May 12th from noon-6 PM with Rosary at 3 PM at Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood.&nbsp; Vigil will take place that evening at 7 PM at St. Joseph Church. Memorials are suggested to St. Joseph Church, St. Joseph School, or Kindred Hospice, in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526.&nbsp;

Delores (Achatz) Hauser, age 99

Randy L. Miller, 68, passed away May 7, 2022 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

He was born November 26, 1953 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Donald Richard Miller and Beatrice “Pat” Drill Stonebreaker.

A longtime area resident, he was an electrician at Larned State Hospital. He was in the United States Navy where he served on the submarine USS Patrick Henry. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Great Bend and he enjoyed square dancing and woodworking.

On May 19, 2007, he married Judith Nemechek McCune at Great Bend; she survives.

Other survivors include his mother, Patricia Stonebreaker, Great Bend; two brothers, David John Miller, Omaha, Nebraska, Bernard “Bernie” Neil Miller, Boise, Idaho; sister, Patricia Wheeler, Albuquerque, New Mexico; step-daughter, Juliana (Max) Murphy, Manhattan, Kansas; step-son, Wayne Eberle, Largo, Florida; five step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Richard Keith Miller.

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

Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society or Wounded Warrior Project in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Dateline: AlbertRandy L. Miller, 68, passed away May 7, 2022 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.He was born November 26, 1953 in Denver, Colorado, the son of Donald Richard Miller and Beatrice “Pat” Drill Stonebreaker.A longtime area resident, he was an electrician at Larned State Hospital. He was in the United States Navy where he served on the submarine USS Patrick Henry. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Great Bend and he enjoyed square dancing and woodworking.On May 19, 2007, he married Judith Nemechek McCune at Great Bend; she survives.Other survivors include his mother, Patricia Stonebreaker, Great Bend; two brothers, David John Miller, Omaha, Nebraska, Bernard “Bernie” Neil Miller, Boise, Idaho; sister, Patricia Wheeler, Albuquerque, New Mexico; step-daughter, Juliana (Max) Murphy, Manhattan, Kansas; step-son, Wayne Eberle, Largo, Florida; five step-grandchildren, two step-great-grandchildren, and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.He was preceded in death by his father and a brother, Richard Keith Miller.Cremation has taken place and no services are planned at this time.Memorials may be given to the Pawnee County Humane Society or Wounded Warrior Project in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Randy L. Miller, age 68

Daniel Maurice “Danny” Schwartz, 69, passed away May 7, 2022, at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born February 8, 1953, in Great Bend to Maurice Charles and B. Marie (Pfiefer) Schwartz.&nbsp; Danny married Stacy Stinemetz on Nov. 17, 1979, in Great Bend.

Danny, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, owned and operated Mr. Burger and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam War Era.&nbsp; He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish and enjoyed time spent with family, never missing his children's and grandchildren's activities.

Survivors include his wife, Stacy of the home; four sons, Mitchell Schwartz and wife Kris of Otis, Chris Schwartz and wife Sarah of Great Bend, Joshua Schwartz of Hoisington, and Brett Schwartz and wife Allison of Great Bend; one daughter, Farah Stude and husband Tim of Syracuse; 14 grandchildren, Alyssa Schwartz, Ky Schwartz, Kaden Schwartz, Gage Stude, Kirsten Stude, Aiden Stude, Liam Schwartz, Linden Schwartz, Lindsey Schwartz, Taylor Urban and husband Sean, Paige Schwartz, Ryker Schwartz, Jaxson Schwartz and Ryann Schwartz; six great-grandchildren; five brothers, Robert Schwartz and wife Barbara of Great Bend, Duane Schwartz of Grand Island, Neb., Bill Schwartz and wife Jaynee of Great Bend, Kevin Schwartz of Great Bend, Keith Schwartz and wife Kay of Salina; three sisters, Kathy Pedigo and husband Don of Great Bend, Elaine Miller and husband Craig of McPherson, and Pam Stegman and husband Tom of Yukon, Okla.; and sister in law, Dawn Schwartz of Wichita.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice Charles and B. Marie Schwartz; a brother, Kenny Schwartz; and sister in law, Diane Schwartz.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with military rites conducted by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial may be given to D.A.V., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDaniel Maurice “Danny” Schwartz, 69, passed away May 7, 2022, at the Robert J. Dole VA Medical Center, Wichita.&nbsp; He was born February 8, 1953, in Great Bend to Maurice Charles and B. Marie (Pfiefer) Schwartz.&nbsp; Danny married Stacy Stinemetz on Nov. 17, 1979, in Great Bend.Danny, a lifetime resident of Great Bend, owned and operated Mr. Burger and was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving during the Vietnam War Era.&nbsp; He was a member of Prince of Peace Parish and enjoyed time spent with family, never missing his children's and grandchildren's activities.Survivors include his wife, Stacy of the home; four sons, Mitchell Schwartz and wife Kris of Otis, Chris Schwartz and wife Sarah of Great Bend, Joshua Schwartz of Hoisington, and Brett Schwartz and wife Allison of Great Bend; one daughter, Farah Stude and husband Tim of Syracuse; 14 grandchildren, Alyssa Schwartz, Ky Schwartz, Kaden Schwartz, Gage Stude, Kirsten Stude, Aiden Stude, Liam Schwartz, Linden Schwartz, Lindsey Schwartz, Taylor Urban and husband Sean, Paige Schwartz, Ryker Schwartz, Jaxson Schwartz and Ryann Schwartz; six great-grandchildren; five brothers, Robert Schwartz and wife Barbara of Great Bend, Duane Schwartz of Grand Island, Neb., Bill Schwartz and wife Jaynee of Great Bend, Kevin Schwartz of Great Bend, Keith Schwartz and wife Kay of Salina; three sisters, Kathy Pedigo and husband Don of Great Bend, Elaine Miller and husband Craig of McPherson, and Pam Stegman and husband Tom of Yukon, Okla.; and sister in law, Dawn Schwartz of Wichita.&nbsp; He was preceded in death by his parents, Maurice Charles and B. Marie Schwartz; a brother, Kenny Schwartz; and sister in law, Diane Schwartz.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2022, at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church, Great Bend, with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park, Great Bend, with military rites conducted by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, 2022 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorial may be given to D.A.V., in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Daniel Maurice “Danny” Schwartz, age 69

Rebecca Sue Dudrey, 83, passed away on May 6, 2022, at Specialty Select Hospital, Wichita, Kansas. She was born on May 18, 1938, at Preston, Kansas, to Floyd &amp; Mary (Coburn) Leroux. Rebecca married Donald Lee Dudrey on December 21, 1957, at Pratt, KS. He died November 4, 1997.

Moving to Great Bend from St. John since 1960, Rebecca resided in Great Bend for 62 years. She graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Music Education and worked as an elementary school music teacher and private piano teacher. Rebecca was a member of the Church of Christ, and after retiring became active in the Kiwanis Club, Pilot Club, League of Women Voters, Etudion, Gardening Club, Central Kansas Association of School Professionals, and Kansas Music Educators Association, holding board positions for each organization at one time.

Survivors include two sons, Byron (Marie) Dudrey of Erie, Colo. and Thadd Dudrey of Denver, Colo.; a daughter, Ayren (Mark) Huslig of Austin, Tex.; five grandchildren, Conner, Karis, and Collin Dudrey, Ellie and Evan Huslig; and one great-grandchild, Penny Jaymes Dudrey. She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and a sister, Phyllis Spade.

Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Christ with John Turner presiding. Preceding the funeral, a lunch will be provided by the church beginning at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery in St. John, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to Kiwanis Scholarship Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasRebecca Sue Dudrey, 83, passed away on May 6, 2022, at Specialty Select Hospital, Wichita, Kansas. She was born on May 18, 1938, at Preston, Kansas, to Floyd &amp; Mary (Coburn) Leroux. Rebecca married Donald Lee Dudrey on December 21, 1957, at Pratt, KS. He died November 4, 1997.Moving to Great Bend from St. John since 1960, Rebecca resided in Great Bend for 62 years. She graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Music Education and worked as an elementary school music teacher and private piano teacher. Rebecca was a member of the Church of Christ, and after retiring became active in the Kiwanis Club, Pilot Club, League of Women Voters, Etudion, Gardening Club, Central Kansas Association of School Professionals, and Kansas Music Educators Association, holding board positions for each organization at one time.Survivors include two sons, Byron (Marie) Dudrey of Erie, Colo. and Thadd Dudrey of Denver, Colo.; a daughter, Ayren (Mark) Huslig of Austin, Tex.; five grandchildren, Conner, Karis, and Collin Dudrey, Ellie and Evan Huslig; and one great-grandchild, Penny Jaymes Dudrey. She is preceded in death by her husband; her parents; and a sister, Phyllis Spade.Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 11, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral Service will take place on Thursday, May 12, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Christ with John Turner presiding. Preceding the funeral, a lunch will be provided by the church beginning at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Fairview Park Cemetery in St. John, Kansas. Memorials have been designated to Kiwanis Scholarship Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Rebecca Sue Dudrey, age 86

Dyanna Kay Wilson, 58, died May 1, 2022, at her home in Hoisington. She was born October 23, 1963, the daughter of Gary and Linda (Woodard) Wilson.

Dyanna was a member of First Street Church of God, Hoisington, Kansas. Dyanna was a motorcycle enthusiast who also loved to play pool and crochet.

Survivors include; sons, Dallas Schwab and fiance Stacie of Lone Oak, Texas, and Dylan Wilson of Greenville, Texas; father, Gary Wilson and wife Shirley of St. Joseph, Missouri; siblings, Terese Wilson, Darlene Case, Ross Tuey, Tammy Piland and husband Scotty, Chris Kelso and wife Shannon, and Ricky Ray, all of Great Bend; Brian and Brad Brumm of St. Joseph, Missouri, Joe Ray of Chase; Roxie Bowman of Stewartsville, Missouri; uncle, Charlie Woodard and wife Dee of Hutchinson; many nieces and nephews, including Joseph Russell and wife Sara and their daughter Brianna of Lyons; three grandchildren, Leah, Lakley, and Dozer and one more on the way; and her beloved dog, Sadie Sue.

She was preceded in death by her mother, Linda Gilmore; grandparents, Edward and Dorothy Wilson and Gordon and Thelma Woodard; and sisters, Donna Lee and Jerrie Dee.

Memorial service will be at 4:20 p.m., Friday, May 6, 2022, at First Church of God, Hoisington, with Rev. Dick Ogle. Family will greet friends prior to service starting at 3:30 p.m.&nbsp;There will be no viewing as cremation has taken place.

Memorials may be made to Dyanna Wilson’s Grandchildren’s Education Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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Dyanna Kay Wilson, age 58

Sue Ellen Wheeler, 77, passed away May 1, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born January 26, 1945, in Great Bend, to Frank N. and Ellen Marie (Baier) Klepper. Sue married Miles I. Wheeler September 21, 1963, in Great Bend. He died January 3, 1993.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Sue worked in Quality Control at Fuller Brush and was a long-standing employee at Walmart, serving as a cashier, working in the infant and toddler department and, finally, a door greeter before retiring. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and Fraternal Order of the Eagles. She enjoyed making fudge and knitting blankets and sweaters for her family and friends.

Survivors include one son, Michael Wheeler and wife Kim of Great Bend; two daughters, Susan Wheeler of Great Bend and Sherry Miller and husband Ed of Hudson; two sisters, Cynthia Hogan of Kinsley and Carla Markovich of Great Bend; seven grandchildren, Melanie Miller, Melissa Miller, Jared Wheeler (Tiffany), Ebony Moon, Malik Moon, Alisha Wheeler and Blake Wheeler; and twelve great-grandchildren, Dalton Wheeler, Colton Wheeler, Jude Wheeler, Raina Garrard, Mallory Garrard, Cooper Garrard, Carter Garrard, MadiLynn Garrard, Kinnley Cape and Kyler Cape.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father Prakeesh Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm, Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or American Diabetes Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasSue Ellen Wheeler, 77, passed away May 1, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays. She was born January 26, 1945, in Great Bend, to Frank N. and Ellen Marie (Baier) Klepper. Sue married Miles I. Wheeler September 21, 1963, in Great Bend. He died January 3, 1993.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Sue worked in Quality Control at Fuller Brush and was a long-standing employee at Walmart, serving as a cashier, working in the infant and toddler department and, finally, a door greeter before retiring. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church and Fraternal Order of the Eagles. She enjoyed making fudge and knitting blankets and sweaters for her family and friends.Survivors include one son, Michael Wheeler and wife Kim of Great Bend; two daughters, Susan Wheeler of Great Bend and Sherry Miller and husband Ed of Hudson; two sisters, Cynthia Hogan of Kinsley and Carla Markovich of Great Bend; seven grandchildren, Melanie Miller, Melissa Miller, Jared Wheeler (Tiffany), Ebony Moon, Malik Moon, Alisha Wheeler and Blake Wheeler; and twelve great-grandchildren, Dalton Wheeler, Colton Wheeler, Jude Wheeler, Raina Garrard, Mallory Garrard, Cooper Garrard, Carter Garrard, MadiLynn Garrard, Kinnley Cape and Kyler Cape.Mass of Christian Burial will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 6, 2022, at St. Rose Of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend, with Father Prakeesh Kola presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 pm, Thursday, May 5, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with an Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil at 7:00 p.m. Memorials may be given to Kans for Kids or American Diabetes Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Sue Ellen Wheeler, age 77

Donald Eugene Witte, 84, passed away on April 30, 2022, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on January 28, 1938, to Edwin &amp; Helen (Edmondson) Witte in Great Bend, Kansas. Donald married Caroline Werth on November 25, 1965, in Park, Kansas.

A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Donald graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Industrial Arts. He worked as a draftsman for many companies throughout his career, as well as farming the century-old Witte Family farm in Rush County. Donald was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in the Prince of Peace Parish, the Wet Walnut Water Shed, and E.A.A. He was a private pilot, having learned the skill during his service in the Navy, including his recall for service during the Cuban Missile Crisis.

Survivors include his wife of the home; four sons, Dorian (Cheryl) Witte of Great Bend, Edwin (Nicole) Witte of Eastborough, Steven Witte (fiancée Corinne Lenz) of Manhattan, and Christopher (Rachel) Witte of Great Bend; one daughter, Deidre (Gary) Campbell of Great Bend; twelve grandchildren: Benjamin, Samuel, Elijah, Garrett, Emerson, Edwin, Drew Plaxton, Brianna, Gaven, Zaiden Burkes, Elaina, Everest; eight great-grandchildren; Cooper, Henry, Berklee, Harrison, Dawson, Benjamin, Nora, and Scarlett; a brother, Samuel Witte of Great Bend; a sister, Wreatha Witte of St. George, Utah. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Thurman Witte.

Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2022, with family receiving friends at 6:00 p.m., and vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary starting at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to St. Rose Dominican Alumni Fund or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDonald Eugene Witte, 84, passed away on April 30, 2022, at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. He was born on January 28, 1938, to Edwin &amp; Helen (Edmondson) Witte in Great Bend, Kansas. Donald married Caroline Werth on November 25, 1965, in Park, Kansas.A lifetime resident of Great Bend, Donald graduated from Fort Hays State University with a degree in Industrial Arts. He worked as a draftsman for many companies throughout his career, as well as farming the century-old Witte Family farm in Rush County. Donald was a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church in the Prince of Peace Parish, the Wet Walnut Water Shed, and E.A.A. He was a private pilot, having learned the skill during his service in the Navy, including his recall for service during the Cuban Missile Crisis.Survivors include his wife of the home; four sons, Dorian (Cheryl) Witte of Great Bend, Edwin (Nicole) Witte of Eastborough, Steven Witte (fiancée Corinne Lenz) of Manhattan, and Christopher (Rachel) Witte of Great Bend; one daughter, Deidre (Gary) Campbell of Great Bend; twelve grandchildren: Benjamin, Samuel, Elijah, Garrett, Emerson, Edwin, Drew Plaxton, Brianna, Gaven, Zaiden Burkes, Elaina, Everest; eight great-grandchildren; Cooper, Henry, Berklee, Harrison, Dawson, Benjamin, Nora, and Scarlett; a brother, Samuel Witte of Great Bend; a sister, Wreatha Witte of St. George, Utah. He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Thurman Witte.Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 4, 2022, with family receiving friends at 6:00 p.m., and vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary starting at 7:00 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, May 5, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Father Aneesh Parappanattu presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to St. Rose Dominican Alumni Fund or American Cancer Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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