Mark Dwayne Stegman, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas died on January 31, 2022 &nbsp;at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Mark was born on May 15, 1960 in Hays, Kansas to Felix and Elsie (Jacobs) Stegman. He attended Washington Grade School, Kennedy Middle School, Thomas More Prep High School (1978) and NCK Technical College, earning his degree in Restaurant Management. Mark worked his entire career in the restaurant/food industry and enjoyed his many friendships shared with those he worked with. He was a very family-oriented person who held a deep love and pride for his large family. Mark was a very proud member of the TMP Alumni Association. &nbsp; He taught religious education at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church for many, many years and truly loved sharing his knowledge of his deep-rooted faith with the kids in his classes. Mark is survived by his siblings, Tracy (Jeff) Augustine, Ellis, KS, &nbsp;Brent (Kelly) Stegman, Olathe, KS, Faye (Ron) Wiesner, Hays, KS, &nbsp;Dorrene (Cam) Wahlmeier, Rogers, AR, Pam Reitmeyer, KC, MO, Shelly Harrell, Hays, KS, Sharon (Phil) Rollins, King George, VA&nbsp;and many nephews and nieces. Mark was preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers, Eldon, Stan, Gregg, Brad, Wes, and Bruce Stegman, and his beloved dog, Molly. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Inurnment will follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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 </figure>Mark Dwayne Stegman, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas died on January 31, 2022 &nbsp;at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Mark was born on May 15, 1960 in Hays, Kansas to Felix and Elsie (Jacobs) Stegman. He attended Washington Grade School, Kennedy Middle School, Thomas More Prep High School (1978) and NCK Technical College, earning his degree in Restaurant Management. Mark worked his entire career in the restaurant/food industry and enjoyed his many friendships shared with those he worked with. He was a very family-oriented person who held a deep love and pride for his large family. Mark was a very proud member of the TMP Alumni Association. &nbsp; He taught religious education at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church for many, many years and truly loved sharing his knowledge of his deep-rooted faith with the kids in his classes. Mark is survived by his siblings, Tracy (Jeff) Augustine, Ellis, KS, &nbsp;Brent (Kelly) Stegman, Olathe, KS, Faye (Ron) Wiesner, Hays, KS, &nbsp;Dorrene (Cam) Wahlmeier, Rogers, AR, Pam Reitmeyer, KC, MO, Shelly Harrell, Hays, KS, Sharon (Phil) Rollins, King George, VA&nbsp;and many nephews and nieces. Mark was preceded in death by his parents and 6 brothers, Eldon, Stan, Gregg, Brad, Wes, and Bruce Stegman, and his beloved dog, Molly. Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601. Inurnment will follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mark Dwayne Stegman

Bobby Lee “B.L.” Schulz, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, at the Brookdale Senior Living in Hays, Kansas.

B.L. was born July 29, 1924, in Greensburg, Kansas.&nbsp; The son of Robert Emmet and Fanny Maude (Hunsley) Schulz, he grew up in Greensburg and graduated from Greensburg High School, where he lettered in all sports and music.&nbsp; He played on the 41/42 Kansas University Jayhawks basketball team and pledged Kappa Sigma. He maintained lifelong ties with friends he made that year. He then served his country in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; During World War II, he was stationed in Europe with the Grave Registration unit.&nbsp; B.L. received medical training and his Bachelor's degree while on active duty at Washington-Jefferson College in Pennsylvania. While there he continued playing basketball and participated in the NIT Tournament before shipping overseas. He was stationed in England before being sent to a hospital in France and later being assigned to Graves Registration in France and Luxembourg. While in Luxembourg, he oversaw the burial of Gen. George&nbsp; S. Patton. When he returned to the United States, he used the G.I. Bill to attend the University of Kansas City Dental School graduating with a degree in Dentistry. His father and uncle were also alumni of the school.

B.L. was united in marriage to Lorraine “Larri” Lewis on April 8, 1951, at his parent’s home in Greensburg.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children; Don, Diane, Dean, and Dana.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell, Kansas, where he practiced dentistry for over forty years.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Russell, a life member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240, the Russell American Legion Post #99, 75-year member of the Russell Masonic Lodge #177, Isis Shrine, Russell Elks Lodge, and Russell Kiwanis Club.&nbsp; He also was active in the Arbor Foundation and the Russell Tree Board. He enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, snow skiing, and singing in his leisure time.

B.L.’s surviving family includes his daughter, Diane Schulz of Washington, D.C.; two sons, R.Dean Schulz (Sue) of Hays, Kansas and Dana Schulz (Barbara) of Cody, Wyoming; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

B.L. was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Lorraine on March 13, 2014; son Don Schulz; three brothers, Vern Dean Schulz, Billy Gene Schulz, and an infant brother Robert.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Bobby Lee “B.L.” Schulz, 97, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, February 4, 2022, at the Brookdale Senior Living in Hays, Kansas.B.L. was born July 29, 1924, in Greensburg, Kansas.&nbsp; The son of Robert Emmet and Fanny Maude (Hunsley) Schulz, he grew up in Greensburg and graduated from Greensburg High School, where he lettered in all sports and music.&nbsp; He played on the 41/42 Kansas University Jayhawks basketball team and pledged Kappa Sigma. He maintained lifelong ties with friends he made that year. He then served his country in the U.S. Army.&nbsp; During World War II, he was stationed in Europe with the Grave Registration unit.&nbsp; B.L. received medical training and his Bachelor's degree while on active duty at Washington-Jefferson College in Pennsylvania. While there he continued playing basketball and participated in the NIT Tournament before shipping overseas. He was stationed in England before being sent to a hospital in France and later being assigned to Graves Registration in France and Luxembourg. While in Luxembourg, he oversaw the burial of Gen. George&nbsp; S. Patton. When he returned to the United States, he used the G.I. Bill to attend the University of Kansas City Dental School graduating with a degree in Dentistry. His father and uncle were also alumni of the school.B.L. was united in marriage to Lorraine “Larri” Lewis on April 8, 1951, at his parent’s home in Greensburg.&nbsp; This union was blessed with four children; Don, Diane, Dean, and Dana.&nbsp; They made their home in Russell, Kansas, where he practiced dentistry for over forty years.&nbsp; He was a member of the First Congregational Church of Russell, a life member of the Russell V.F.W. Post #6240, the Russell American Legion Post #99, 75-year member of the Russell Masonic Lodge #177, Isis Shrine, Russell Elks Lodge, and Russell Kiwanis Club.&nbsp; He also was active in the Arbor Foundation and the Russell Tree Board. He enjoyed playing golf, hunting, fishing, snow skiing, and singing in his leisure time.B.L.’s surviving family includes his daughter, Diane Schulz of Washington, D.C.; two sons, R.Dean Schulz (Sue) of Hays, Kansas and Dana Schulz (Barbara) of Cody, Wyoming; six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.B.L. was preceded in death by his parents, loving wife Lorraine on March 13, 2014; son Don Schulz; three brothers, Vern Dean Schulz, Billy Gene Schulz, and an infant brother Robert.Memorial Services will be held at a later date.&nbsp; Cremation has taken place.&nbsp; Condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Bobby Lee “B.L.” Schulz

Michael D. “Mike” Basgall, 70, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022, at The University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.

Mike was born September 29, 1951, in La Crosse Kansas, to Isadore and Josephine (Rebel) Basgall. Mike attended La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, and was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.

Mike met the love of his life Sue and was lucky enough to marry her on June 12, 1971. Their adventure began with a mutual love of camping, boating, motorcycles, road trips and each other’s company. Mike enjoyed live music and even played in a band during those early years. They started their family with the birth of their first child, Aaron, in 1978 and with the arrival of their second son, Christopher, in 1981, their family was complete. Aaron and Chris gave Mike a run for his money but he understood every investment came with risk and took time to build.

Mike worked hard for his family every day. He worked 41 years at the Otis Helium Plant, Otis, Kansas. After retirement, he became a nationwide consultant for Cryo Technologies.

The fruits of his labor and big payout came later with his five grandchildren. They were the absolute light of his life and his heart beamed with pride. If you ever wonder what love looks like, it was Mike’s big smile every time he saw or talked about his grandkids. Michael left us far too soon. He used the last of his strength and his last natural breath to call out by name each of his grandkids. With that Mike left us all with enough courage and love to last a lifetime and we will forever be lucky enough to have loved Mike.&nbsp;

Mike lived strong in his faith and was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Liebenthal, Kansas. He was a third-degree Knight in the Knights of&nbsp;Columbus St. Anthony Council 4166, Schoenchen, Kansas. He was a member of the Harley Owners Group.&nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Sue Basgall, La Crosse, Kansas; sons, Aaron Basgall (Mary), Hutchinson, Kansas, and Christopher Basgall (Tara), Hays, Kansas; grandchildren, Tyra, Trinity, David (Natalie), Brooklyn, and Isabella; great-grandchildren, Landon, and Luca; brothers, Dwain Basgall, and Gary Rebel (Susan); and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Ruby Rebel; and nephew, Gary Rebel.&nbsp;

Visitation will be Friday, February 11, 2022, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;

Church visitation will be Saturday, February 12, 2022, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Liebenthal, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Joseph’s Heritage Fund, Liebenthal, Kansas, or the grandchildren’s education fund.

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

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 </figure>Michael D. “Mike” Basgall, 70, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Sunday, February 6, 2022, at The University of Kansas Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas.Mike was born September 29, 1951, in La Crosse Kansas, to Isadore and Josephine (Rebel) Basgall. Mike attended La Crosse High School, La Crosse, Kansas, and was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.Mike met the love of his life Sue and was lucky enough to marry her on June 12, 1971. Their adventure began with a mutual love of camping, boating, motorcycles, road trips and each other’s company. Mike enjoyed live music and even played in a band during those early years. They started their family with the birth of their first child, Aaron, in 1978 and with the arrival of their second son, Christopher, in 1981, their family was complete. Aaron and Chris gave Mike a run for his money but he understood every investment came with risk and took time to build.Mike worked hard for his family every day. He worked 41 years at the Otis Helium Plant, Otis, Kansas. After retirement, he became a nationwide consultant for Cryo Technologies.The fruits of his labor and big payout came later with his five grandchildren. They were the absolute light of his life and his heart beamed with pride. If you ever wonder what love looks like, it was Mike’s big smile every time he saw or talked about his grandkids. Michael left us far too soon. He used the last of his strength and his last natural breath to call out by name each of his grandkids. With that Mike left us all with enough courage and love to last a lifetime and we will forever be lucky enough to have loved Mike.&nbsp;Mike lived strong in his faith and was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Liebenthal, Kansas. He was a third-degree Knight in the Knights of&nbsp;Columbus St. Anthony Council 4166, Schoenchen, Kansas. He was a member of the Harley Owners Group.&nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Sue Basgall, La Crosse, Kansas; sons, Aaron Basgall (Mary), Hutchinson, Kansas, and Christopher Basgall (Tara), Hays, Kansas; grandchildren, Tyra, Trinity, David (Natalie), Brooklyn, and Isabella; great-grandchildren, Landon, and Luca; brothers, Dwain Basgall, and Gary Rebel (Susan); and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;He is preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Ruby Rebel; and nephew, Gary Rebel.&nbsp;Visitation will be Friday, February 11, 2022, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.&nbsp;Church visitation will be Saturday, February 12, 2022, from 9:30 A.M. to 10:20 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas.Funeral service will be Saturday, February 12, 2022, at 10:30 A.M. at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Liebenthal, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Joseph’s Heritage Fund, Liebenthal, Kansas, or the grandchildren’s education fund.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.

Michael D. “Mike” Basgall

Mr. Joseph William “Joe” Patzner, Jr., 81, of Joplin, Missouri, formerly of Claflin, Kansas, departed this life on Friday evening, February 4, 2022, while at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, Missouri.

Joe was born on April 9, 1940, on the family farm in Claflin, Kansas, son of the late Joseph and Georgia (Wesley) Patzner. He joined the United States Army in 1961, serving three years in Germany as a Spec. 4. He married Mary Patricia Redding on May 29, 1965, in Claflin at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He worked in construction most of his life and was a superintendent most of those years. He was twenty-five year member of the Knights of Columbus.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Georgia Patzner; a son Brent Alan Patzner; and a sister, Dorothy Carver.

Joe is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years, Patricia Patzner; a son, Bradley Alan Patzner and wife, Laura; two grandsons, Matthew Patzner and wife, Amy and Jacob Patzner; one granddaughter, Shelby Yinger and husband, Brian; two great grandchildren, Kellen and Mila Patzner; sisters, Anna Dreiling of Wichita, Kansas and Sue Von Feldt of Topeka, Kansas; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Webb City with Father Francisco “Paco” Gordillo officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. at Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home with prayer service and rosary to begin at 6:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers memorials are being directed to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Knights of Columbus c/o Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

A second Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Claflin, Kansas, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas, with military honors conducted by Fort Riley Army Honor Guard. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City &amp; Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kansas.

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 </figure>Mr. Joseph William “Joe” Patzner, Jr., 81, of Joplin, Missouri, formerly of Claflin, Kansas, departed this life on Friday evening, February 4, 2022, while at Freeman Hospital West in Joplin, Missouri.Joe was born on April 9, 1940, on the family farm in Claflin, Kansas, son of the late Joseph and Georgia (Wesley) Patzner. He joined the United States Army in 1961, serving three years in Germany as a Spec. 4. He married Mary Patricia Redding on May 29, 1965, in Claflin at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. He worked in construction most of his life and was a superintendent most of those years. He was twenty-five year member of the Knights of Columbus.He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Georgia Patzner; a son Brent Alan Patzner; and a sister, Dorothy Carver.Joe is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years, Patricia Patzner; a son, Bradley Alan Patzner and wife, Laura; two grandsons, Matthew Patzner and wife, Amy and Jacob Patzner; one granddaughter, Shelby Yinger and husband, Brian; two great grandchildren, Kellen and Mila Patzner; sisters, Anna Dreiling of Wichita, Kansas and Sue Von Feldt of Topeka, Kansas; as well as a host of other family and friends.Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Webb City with Father Francisco “Paco” Gordillo officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. at Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home with prayer service and rosary to begin at 6:00 p.m.In lieu of flowers memorials are being directed to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the Knights of Columbus c/o Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.A second Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 10, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Claflin, Kansas, celebrated by Father Terrance Klein. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery, Claflin, Kansas, with military honors conducted by Fort Riley Army Honor Guard. Arrangements are under the direction of the Hedge-Lewis-Goodwin Funeral Home in Webb City &amp; Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kansas.

Joseph William 'Joe' Patzner, age 81

Ronnie G. Robinson, 77, passed away February 3, 2022 at his residence in Larned. He was born June 24, 1944 the son of Roy E and Elora Mary Devine Robinson. A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer.

He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and he loved working on the farm.

Survivors include two brothers, Donald Lynn Robinson, Larned and Larry Lee Robinson, Topeka; one nephew, Roy Gene Robinson, Larned and one niece, Holly Lynn Rivera, Topeka.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Lonald Roy Robinson and one niece, Sherry Lynn Robinson.

Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 7, 2022 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday February 6, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary with a Rosary and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to the Ronnie G. Robinson Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550. Condolences may be left for the family at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Dateline: LarnedRonnie G. Robinson, 77, passed away February 3, 2022 at his residence in Larned. He was born June 24, 1944 the son of Roy E and Elora Mary Devine Robinson. A lifetime area resident, he was a farmer.He was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and he loved working on the farm.Survivors include two brothers, Donald Lynn Robinson, Larned and Larry Lee Robinson, Topeka; one nephew, Roy Gene Robinson, Larned and one niece, Holly Lynn Rivera, Topeka.He was preceded in death by one brother, Lonald Roy Robinson and one niece, Sherry Lynn Robinson.Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, February 7, 2022 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned with Father Bernard Felix presiding. Visitation will be 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunday February 6, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary with a Rosary and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Burial will be at the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.Memorials may be given to the Ronnie G. Robinson Memorial Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, KS. 67550. Condolences may be left for the family at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

Ronnie G. Robinson

Clint Steinert, 52, died February 2, 2022, at McPherson Hospital. He was born July 23, 1969, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Carl Dean and Clydell (Rafferty) Steinert. Clint was a 1987 graduate of Quivera Heights High School, Bushton, Kansas. He then went on to receive his Associate Degree from Hutchinson Community College in 1989.

On January 19, 1991, he married Tina Marie Ploutz in Ellsworth, Kansas. She survives.

A resident of Lyons since July, Clint and Tina were formerly of Olmitz, Kansas, where they had made their home for the past 20 years. Clint currently enjoyed working as a truck driver for Ellinwood Feeders.

Clint was a member of St. Pauls Catholic Church of Lyons, and formerly of St. Ann Catholic Church of Olmitz. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council # 2100, in Olmitz, and formerly of the Volunteer Fire Department where he had served as the assistant chief. He also enjoyed serving on the board for the Great Bend Bat Cats.

Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Tina Steinert of the home; two daughters, Cortney Schwarz (Jeff) of Oakley, and Cayla Steinert of Garden City; a grandson, Conner Dean Schwarz; parents, Carl and Clydell Steinert of Bushton; three brothers, Craig Steinert (Tom Mulloy) of Kansas City, Missouri, Curtis Steinert (Kim) of Lehigh, and Cory Steinert (Traci) of Midlothian, Texas; five nieces and nephews, Casen Steinert, Cheyenne Steinert, Hadley Steinert, Hudson Steinert, and Daxson Rippen; and family of the heart, Chase Gibson of St. Louis, Missouri, Knute Steinert of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and Ron Batchman of Hoisington.

Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., and Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin at 7 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kansas.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m, Saturday, February 12, 2022, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Michael Brungardt. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia, Kansas.

Memorials may be made to the Great Bend Bat Cats or the Bushton School Renovation Project in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Dateline – LyonsClint Steinert, 52, died February 2, 2022, at McPherson Hospital. He was born July 23, 1969, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Carl Dean and Clydell (Rafferty) Steinert. Clint was a 1987 graduate of Quivera Heights High School, Bushton, Kansas. He then went on to receive his Associate Degree from Hutchinson Community College in 1989.On January 19, 1991, he married Tina Marie Ploutz in Ellsworth, Kansas. She survives.A resident of Lyons since July, Clint and Tina were formerly of Olmitz, Kansas, where they had made their home for the past 20 years. Clint currently enjoyed working as a truck driver for Ellinwood Feeders.Clint was a member of St. Pauls Catholic Church of Lyons, and formerly of St. Ann Catholic Church of Olmitz. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council # 2100, in Olmitz, and formerly of the Volunteer Fire Department where he had served as the assistant chief. He also enjoyed serving on the board for the Great Bend Bat Cats.Survivors include his wife of 31 years, Tina Steinert of the home; two daughters, Cortney Schwarz (Jeff) of Oakley, and Cayla Steinert of Garden City; a grandson, Conner Dean Schwarz; parents, Carl and Clydell Steinert of Bushton; three brothers, Craig Steinert (Tom Mulloy) of Kansas City, Missouri, Curtis Steinert (Kim) of Lehigh, and Cory Steinert (Traci) of Midlothian, Texas; five nieces and nephews, Casen Steinert, Cheyenne Steinert, Hadley Steinert, Hudson Steinert, and Daxson Rippen; and family of the heart, Chase Gibson of St. Louis, Missouri, Knute Steinert of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and Ron Batchman of Hoisington.Visitation will be 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday, with family to greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., and Knights of Columbus Rosary to begin at 7 p.m., all at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, Kansas.Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m, Saturday, February 12, 2022, at St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Olmitz, celebrated by Father Michael Brungardt. Burial will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Galatia, Kansas.Memorials may be made to the Great Bend Bat Cats or the Bushton School Renovation Project in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Clint Steinert

Mary A. Smolik, age 56 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on Sunday morning, January 30, 2022 at her home in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was born on May 16, 1965, at Hoisington, Kansas to Gerald Wayne and Sally Bella (Diaz) Ochs.&nbsp;&nbsp;She grew up in Otis, Kansas and graduated from Otis-Bison High School in 1983.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was a resident of Great Bend since 1992 and was united in marriage to Steven R. Smolik on May 26, 1995 in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to being a homemaker, Mary read a lot of books and enjoyed watching WWE wrestling and cooking shows on television.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also loved spending time with her grandson Ladonte.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary is survived by her husband, Steven R. Smolik of Great Bend, Kansas; three sons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jonathan (&amp; Trish) Velasquez of Salina, Kansas, Justin Zadoka of Great Bend, Kansas, and Steven R. (&amp; Abby) Velasquez of Salina, Kansas; one daughter, Tashina M. Diaz (&amp; Michael Carter) of Wichita, Kansas; eight grandchildren; one sister, Kathleen (&amp; Eric) Franzen of Great Bend, Kansas; and a great-uncle, Robert Ochs of Hayward, California; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris and Matthew Smolik; one granddaughter, Aliayah Carter; and two nephews, Chris Smolik and Michael Cox.

&nbsp;Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 PM on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend with Pastor Mark Williams officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be made in care of the family.&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>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

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 </figure>Mary A. Smolik, age 56 years, of Great Bend, Kansas, passed away on Sunday morning, January 30, 2022 at her home in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was born on May 16, 1965, at Hoisington, Kansas to Gerald Wayne and Sally Bella (Diaz) Ochs.&nbsp;&nbsp;She grew up in Otis, Kansas and graduated from Otis-Bison High School in 1983.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was a resident of Great Bend since 1992 and was united in marriage to Steven R. Smolik on May 26, 1995 in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;In addition to being a homemaker, Mary read a lot of books and enjoyed watching WWE wrestling and cooking shows on television.&nbsp;&nbsp;She also loved spending time with her grandson Ladonte.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary is survived by her husband, Steven R. Smolik of Great Bend, Kansas; three sons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jonathan (&amp; Trish) Velasquez of Salina, Kansas, Justin Zadoka of Great Bend, Kansas, and Steven R. (&amp; Abby) Velasquez of Salina, Kansas; one daughter, Tashina M. Diaz (&amp; Michael Carter) of Wichita, Kansas; eight grandchildren; one sister, Kathleen (&amp; Eric) Franzen of Great Bend, Kansas; and a great-uncle, Robert Ochs of Hayward, California; and many nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;Mary was preceded in death by her parents; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris and Matthew Smolik; one granddaughter, Aliayah Carter; and two nephews, Chris Smolik and Michael Cox.&nbsp;Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 PM on Thursday, February 10, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend with Pastor Mark Williams officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorials may be made in care of the family.&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>.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Mary A. Smolik

Lucy Mildred (Schippers) Baier, age 85, of Hays passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas. She was born February 20, 1936, in Victoria, Kansas, to John M. and Anna C. (Kippes) Schippers. She attended Victoria Grade School and was a 1954 graduate of Victoria High School.

She married Paul J. Baier on November 6, 1954, in Victoria. After 60 years of marriage, he preceded her in death September 19, 2015.

Survivors include her four daughters, Susan Legleiter and husband, Ron; and Jane Schumacher and husband, Brian, all of Hays, KS; Mary Pfeifer and husband, Steve, of Victoria, KS; and Betty Johnson and husband, Marty, of Goodyear, AZ: one brother, Paul Schippers of Victoria, KS; two sisters, Sister Mary Ann Schippers; Lillian Leiker; three sisters-in-law, Armella Schippers; Joann Schippers; and Mariette Leis; 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; and eight step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter Amy Renee, her six brothers, Herman, George, John, Lawrence, Arthur, and Norman Schippers; and one sister, Estella Kuhn.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father Richard Daise officiating. Burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to TMP-Marian High School, Hays, or St. Fidelis Cemetery. 

Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left by guestbook at <a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituary/Lucy-Baier">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

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 </figure>February 20, 1936 - February 3, 2022Lucy Mildred (Schippers) Baier, age 85, of Hays passed away Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas. She was born February 20, 1936, in Victoria, Kansas, to John M. and Anna C. (Kippes) Schippers. She attended Victoria Grade School and was a 1954 graduate of Victoria High School.She married Paul J. Baier on November 6, 1954, in Victoria. After 60 years of marriage, he preceded her in death September 19, 2015.Survivors include her four daughters, Susan Legleiter and husband, Ron; and Jane Schumacher and husband, Brian, all of Hays, KS; Mary Pfeifer and husband, Steve, of Victoria, KS; and Betty Johnson and husband, Marty, of Goodyear, AZ: one brother, Paul Schippers of Victoria, KS; two sisters, Sister Mary Ann Schippers; Lillian Leiker; three sisters-in-law, Armella Schippers; Joann Schippers; and Mariette Leis; 12 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren; and eight step-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her daughter Amy Renee, her six brothers, Herman, George, John, Lawrence, Arthur, and Norman Schippers; and one sister, Estella Kuhn.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father Richard Daise officiating. Burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.The family suggests memorials to TMP-Marian High School, Hays, or St. Fidelis Cemetery. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left by guestbook at <a href="https://www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com/obituary/Lucy-Baier">www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com</a>.

Lucy Mildred (Schippers) Baier

Pennie L. Spencer, age 60, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away on Saturday morning, January 29, 2022 at the University of Kansas Health System – Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pennie was born on May 22, 1961 at Hutchinson, Kansas to Alan and Annabelle Nadine (Wenger) Spencer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

She graduated from the Garden City Community College School of Cosmetology and was a Licensed Cosmetologist for many years. She also worked at Larned State Hospital and later as a Home Health Worker for Sunflower Diversified Services in Great Bend. In recent years health issues had prevented her from working, but Pennie loved Buy-Sell-Trade shopping online and bought and sold antiques.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved history – especially Titanic-related history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pennie was very involved with her grandchildren, and was known for her tremendous inner strength, even as she faced her own mortality.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Pennie is survived by her 3 sons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jason E. Spencer (&amp; Brian Culver) of Hutchinson, Kansas, Ryan (&amp; Kathryn) Shull of Salina, Kansas, and Steven Shull of Utica, Kansas; seven grandchildren:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ayla, Lily, Gracie, Olivia, and Aiden Shull and Emily and Zachary Douglas; two sisters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Brenda Love of Hoisington, Kansas and Cathy Savolt of Salina, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Wesley Spencer and a sister Linda Shaffer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas with Pastor Rose Marie Zook Barber officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be at 3:00 PM on Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Hartford Cemetery in Hartford, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thurdsay, February 10, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be directed to the Golden Belt Humane Society in Great Bend, Kansas with Charter Funerals,&nbsp;2115 Washington St, Great Bend, KS 67530&nbsp;in charge.&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>.&nbsp;

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 </figure>Pennie L. Spencer, age 60, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away on Saturday morning, January 29, 2022 at the University of Kansas Health System – Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pennie was born on May 22, 1961 at Hutchinson, Kansas to Alan and Annabelle Nadine (Wenger) Spencer.&nbsp;&nbsp;She graduated from the Garden City Community College School of Cosmetology and was a Licensed Cosmetologist for many years. She also worked at Larned State Hospital and later as a Home Health Worker for Sunflower Diversified Services in Great Bend. In recent years health issues had prevented her from working, but Pennie loved Buy-Sell-Trade shopping online and bought and sold antiques.&nbsp;&nbsp;She loved history – especially Titanic-related history.&nbsp;&nbsp;Pennie was very involved with her grandchildren, and was known for her tremendous inner strength, even as she faced her own mortality.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Pennie is survived by her 3 sons:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jason E. Spencer (&amp; Brian Culver) of Hutchinson, Kansas, Ryan (&amp; Kathryn) Shull of Salina, Kansas, and Steven Shull of Utica, Kansas; seven grandchildren:&nbsp;&nbsp;Ayla, Lily, Gracie, Olivia, and Aiden Shull and Emily and Zachary Douglas; two sisters:&nbsp;&nbsp;Brenda Love of Hoisington, Kansas and Cathy Savolt of Salina, Kansas; nieces and nephews.&nbsp;&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Wesley Spencer and a sister Linda Shaffer.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM on Friday, February 11, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend, Kansas with Pastor Rose Marie Zook Barber officiating.&nbsp;&nbsp;Interment will be at 3:00 PM on Friday, February 11, 2022 at the Hartford Cemetery in Hartford, Kansas.&nbsp;&nbsp;Visitation will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thurdsay, February 10, 2022 at Charter Funerals in Great Bend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Memorial contributions may be directed to the Golden Belt Humane Society in Great Bend, Kansas with Charter Funerals,&nbsp;2115 Washington St, Great Bend, KS 67530&nbsp;in charge.&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>.&nbsp;

Pennie L. Spencer

Place of Death: Park West Plaza, Wichita, Kansas

Graveside service will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 in Great Bend Cemetery at 10:00 a.m.

Dateline: Wichita, KansasName of Deceased: Minnie Lavena Bisbee Age: 98Date of Death: February 2, 2022Place of Death: Park West Plaza, Wichita, KansasGraveside service will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 in Great Bend Cemetery at 10:00 a.m.

Minnie Lavena Bisbee

Mark Dwayne Stegman, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas died on January 31, 2022 &nbsp;at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Inurnment will follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas.

Mark Dwayne Stegman, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas died on January 31, 2022 &nbsp;at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.&nbsp; Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Saturday, February 19, 2022 at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601. Inurnment will follow in the Holy Cross Cemetery in Pfeifer, Kansas.

 Mark Dwayne Stegman

Barbara June Spatz of Lee's Summit, MO passed away on January 28, 2022 at the age of 90. Barbara was born on May 6, 1931 in Reading, KS to Chester and Hazel F. (Staley) Van Sickle. She enjoyed a rural childhood on the family farm south of Reading with her three older brothers. After her father's passing at a young age, her mother was remarried to her loving stepfather Andrew J. Campbell.&nbsp; Upon her graduation from Reading High School, the family left the farm and moved to Emporia, KS where she attended Emporia State Teachers College. Barbara married Harlan Keith Spatz of Olivet, KS in 1955 in Emporia. They lived briefly in Emporia, Trenton, MO, Fort Scott, KS and Scott City, KS before they settled in Great Bend, KS in 1962.&nbsp; They had three children, Lisa Deon (1957), Gregory Keith (1959), and Jeffrey Mark (1961).&nbsp; Barbara's time in Great Bend was devoted to her children and family, and she served her community through much volunteering with the Barton County Mental Health Association. In 1972 she completed a life goal of finishing her college studies, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Fort Hays State University. &nbsp; After divorcing in 1973, Barbara pursued a dream by moving to Albuquerque, NM where she owned and operated a gallery store for vintage grand pianos and fine art.&nbsp; In 1984 she returned to the Kansas City area to be close to family, where she continued her knack for business. She owned and operated three hair salon locations, running them successfully for 25 years until retiring in 2010.&nbsp; Barbara most recently resided at John Knox Village in Lee's Summit, MO. Some of her joys were music, playing the piano, painting, visiting family, and enjoying her grandchildren. Barbara was preceded in death by her mother and father; her brothers William Dale Van Sickle (Kansas City, MO), Robert L. Van Sickle (Wayne, PA), Max Dean Van Sickle (Osage City, KS); and her daughter Lisa (Great Bend, KS).&nbsp; She is survived by her two sons (both of Lee's Summit, MO), three grandchildren, and a great-grandson. &nbsp; Barbara will be laid to rest with a graveside service in her home of Reading, KS on February 5th, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the Reading Cemetery.&nbsp; Arrangements are by Longview Funeral Home of Kansas City (816-761-6272.)&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are welcome to the Lisa Spatz-Smith Memorial Scholarship c/o the Barton Community College Foundation in Great Bend, KS (620-792-9306) or through Longview Funeral Home.

<figure>
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 </figure>Barbara June Spatz of Lee's Summit, MO passed away on January 28, 2022 at the age of 90. Barbara was born on May 6, 1931 in Reading, KS to Chester and Hazel F. (Staley) Van Sickle. She enjoyed a rural childhood on the family farm south of Reading with her three older brothers. After her father's passing at a young age, her mother was remarried to her loving stepfather Andrew J. Campbell.&nbsp; Upon her graduation from Reading High School, the family left the farm and moved to Emporia, KS where she attended Emporia State Teachers College. Barbara married Harlan Keith Spatz of Olivet, KS in 1955 in Emporia. They lived briefly in Emporia, Trenton, MO, Fort Scott, KS and Scott City, KS before they settled in Great Bend, KS in 1962.&nbsp; They had three children, Lisa Deon (1957), Gregory Keith (1959), and Jeffrey Mark (1961).&nbsp; Barbara's time in Great Bend was devoted to her children and family, and she served her community through much volunteering with the Barton County Mental Health Association. In 1972 she completed a life goal of finishing her college studies, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Fort Hays State University. &nbsp; After divorcing in 1973, Barbara pursued a dream by moving to Albuquerque, NM where she owned and operated a gallery store for vintage grand pianos and fine art.&nbsp; In 1984 she returned to the Kansas City area to be close to family, where she continued her knack for business. She owned and operated three hair salon locations, running them successfully for 25 years until retiring in 2010.&nbsp; Barbara most recently resided at John Knox Village in Lee's Summit, MO. Some of her joys were music, playing the piano, painting, visiting family, and enjoying her grandchildren. Barbara was preceded in death by her mother and father; her brothers William Dale Van Sickle (Kansas City, MO), Robert L. Van Sickle (Wayne, PA), Max Dean Van Sickle (Osage City, KS); and her daughter Lisa (Great Bend, KS).&nbsp; She is survived by her two sons (both of Lee's Summit, MO), three grandchildren, and a great-grandson. &nbsp; Barbara will be laid to rest with a graveside service in her home of Reading, KS on February 5th, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the Reading Cemetery.&nbsp; Arrangements are by Longview Funeral Home of Kansas City (816-761-6272.)&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, memorials are welcome to the Lisa Spatz-Smith Memorial Scholarship c/o the Barton Community College Foundation in Great Bend, KS (620-792-9306) or through Longview Funeral Home.

Barbara June Spatz

David Eugene Gilkey, 75, passed away February 1, 2022 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.

He was born May 24, 1946 in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Durward M. and Evelyn Maxine Minix Gilkey.

An area resident since 1975, he was an oil operator. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and enjoyed socializing at the casino, hunting, fishing, gardening, and doing anything with his dog Lucky. David loved watching his grandkids play sports. He served in the United States Navy.

On May 26, 1976 he married Leonella “Nelli” A. Meyeres at Miami, Oklahoma; she survives.

Other survivors include two sons, David (Katie) Gilkey, Hutchinson, Adam (Amy) Gilkey, McPherson; three daughters, Tammy (Jon) Nickless, Imperial, Nebraska, Stephannie (Mitchell) Nicol, Holton, Ammie (Robert) Schibler, Gruver, Texas; sixteen grandchildren, Taylar, Ragan, Colby, and Paige Nickless, Reilly, Carson, Hayden, Brodey, and Emersyn Nicol, Logan and Rhett Gilkey, Dylaney and Jefferson Weaver, and Quincy Schibler, Finn and Addison Gilkey; two step-grandchildren, Montana Nicol and Mikyla (Caleb) Hill; his sister, Nyla; and his faithful dog, Lucky.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Durward and Maxine Gilkey; three brothers, Jerry, Melvin, and Fred; a sister, Tina; and a grandson, Ryder Nicol.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 14, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tom Hudson presiding. Military Rites will be presented by the United States Navy and Larned VFW Post 2271.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Semper Fi Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

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 </figure>Dateline: GarfieldDavid Eugene Gilkey, 75, passed away February 1, 2022 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.He was born May 24, 1946 in Hominy, Oklahoma, the son of Durward M. and Evelyn Maxine Minix Gilkey.An area resident since 1975, he was an oil operator. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and enjoyed socializing at the casino, hunting, fishing, gardening, and doing anything with his dog Lucky. David loved watching his grandkids play sports. He served in the United States Navy.On May 26, 1976 he married Leonella “Nelli” A. Meyeres at Miami, Oklahoma; she survives.Other survivors include two sons, David (Katie) Gilkey, Hutchinson, Adam (Amy) Gilkey, McPherson; three daughters, Tammy (Jon) Nickless, Imperial, Nebraska, Stephannie (Mitchell) Nicol, Holton, Ammie (Robert) Schibler, Gruver, Texas; sixteen grandchildren, Taylar, Ragan, Colby, and Paige Nickless, Reilly, Carson, Hayden, Brodey, and Emersyn Nicol, Logan and Rhett Gilkey, Dylaney and Jefferson Weaver, and Quincy Schibler, Finn and Addison Gilkey; two step-grandchildren, Montana Nicol and Mikyla (Caleb) Hill; his sister, Nyla; and his faithful dog, Lucky.He was preceded in death by his parents, Durward and Maxine Gilkey; three brothers, Jerry, Melvin, and Fred; a sister, Tina; and a grandson, Ryder Nicol.Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, February 14, 2022 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, with Pastor Tom Hudson presiding. Military Rites will be presented by the United States Navy and Larned VFW Post 2271.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Semper Fi Fund in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550. Personal condolences may be left at www.beckwithmortuary.com.

David Eugene Gilkey

Lawrence “Larry” Chris Nodine, 61, of Great Bend, KS, formerly of Brighton, IL, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at his home. He was born on December 31, 1959, in Belleville, IL, to Loren Nodine II and Joyce Clausen.

Larry graduated from Southwestern High School in 1978 and was a foreman for Washington Roofing. He was also employed by Northern Telecom and was instrumental in the installation of the emergency 911 system across the United States, receiving multiple awards for his service. In his younger years, he was an avid motocross racer, racing under the name “So Fine Nodine”. Larry was much more than just an animal lover. He searched out, cared for, doctored, and found loving homes for hundreds of abandoned animals.

He is survived by his mother, Joyce McCombs of Alton, IL; three sisters Nancy (Michael) Nodine-Hassert of Bunker, MO, Kathy Nodine of Brighton, IL, and Cindy (Albert) Morgan of Waipahu, HI; several nieces and nephews who will always remember their fond memories of Uncle Larry. He was preceded in death by his father Loren Nodine II; maternal grandparents George and Mary Clausen; paternal grandparents Loren Nodine and Hester Spangenberg; nephew Jason Fowler; long-time companion Dawn Martin and his faithful friend “Princeton”.

Visitation was held from noon until the time of memorial service at 2 pm on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Anderson Family Funeral Home in Brighton, IL. Burial followed at Miles Station Cemetery. Memorials may be made to 5 A’s Animal Shelter at 4530 N Alby St., Godfrey, IL 62035 or Riverbend Humane Society at 23402 Crystal Lake Rd., Jerseyville, IL 62052.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasLawrence “Larry” Chris Nodine, 61, of Great Bend, KS, formerly of Brighton, IL, passed away on Monday, December 20, 2021, at his home. He was born on December 31, 1959, in Belleville, IL, to Loren Nodine II and Joyce Clausen.Larry graduated from Southwestern High School in 1978 and was a foreman for Washington Roofing. He was also employed by Northern Telecom and was instrumental in the installation of the emergency 911 system across the United States, receiving multiple awards for his service. In his younger years, he was an avid motocross racer, racing under the name “So Fine Nodine”. Larry was much more than just an animal lover. He searched out, cared for, doctored, and found loving homes for hundreds of abandoned animals.He is survived by his mother, Joyce McCombs of Alton, IL; three sisters Nancy (Michael) Nodine-Hassert of Bunker, MO, Kathy Nodine of Brighton, IL, and Cindy (Albert) Morgan of Waipahu, HI; several nieces and nephews who will always remember their fond memories of Uncle Larry. He was preceded in death by his father Loren Nodine II; maternal grandparents George and Mary Clausen; paternal grandparents Loren Nodine and Hester Spangenberg; nephew Jason Fowler; long-time companion Dawn Martin and his faithful friend “Princeton”.Visitation was held from noon until the time of memorial service at 2 pm on Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Anderson Family Funeral Home in Brighton, IL. Burial followed at Miles Station Cemetery. Memorials may be made to 5 A’s Animal Shelter at 4530 N Alby St., Godfrey, IL 62035 or Riverbend Humane Society at 23402 Crystal Lake Rd., Jerseyville, IL 62052.

Lawrence “Larry” Chris Nodine

Kenneth C. Dreher, 87, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at his home.

Kenneth was born September 17, 1934, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of Frank and Regina (Zimmerman) Dreher.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1952 graduate of La Crosse Rural High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he was a mechanic for Staab &amp; Bunker, La Crosse, Kansas, for&nbsp; 12 ½&nbsp; years, and Dechant Motor Co., Inc., La Crosse, Kansas, for 30 years before his retirement.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Kenneth enjoyed sports, especially fantasy baseball, and his beloved KU Jayhawk’s basketball.

On June 3, 1954, he married Viola M. Jacobs at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death July 29, 1991.

Survivors include his daughter, Debra “Debbie” Herrman (Dave), Hays, Kansas; two grandchildren, Keith Herrman (Jaime), Omaha, Nebraska, and Jennifer Baruelo (Dominic), Staten Island, New York; four great-grandchildren, Olivia Herrman, Omaha, Nebraska, Colin Herrman, Omaha, Nebraska, Brynlee Baruelo, Staten Island, New York, and Payton Baruelo, Staten Island, New York; and one brother, Elmer Dreher, Hays, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a son, Donald Dreher; two brothers, Victor Dreher, and Larry Dreher; an infant sister, Firma Dreher; and one sister, Edna Kreutzer.

Church visitation will be Friday, February 4, 2022, from 10:00 A.M. to 10:50 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.

Funeral service will be Friday, February 4, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, or Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.

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

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 </figure>Kenneth C. Dreher, 87, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Monday, January 31, 2022, at his home.Kenneth was born September 17, 1934, in La Crosse, Kansas, the son of Frank and Regina (Zimmerman) Dreher.&nbsp; He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas.&nbsp; A 1952 graduate of La Crosse Rural High School, La Crosse, Kansas, he was a mechanic for Staab &amp; Bunker, La Crosse, Kansas, for&nbsp; 12 ½&nbsp; years, and Dechant Motor Co., Inc., La Crosse, Kansas, for 30 years before his retirement.He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Kenneth enjoyed sports, especially fantasy baseball, and his beloved KU Jayhawk’s basketball.On June 3, 1954, he married Viola M. Jacobs at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.&nbsp; She preceded him in death July 29, 1991.Survivors include his daughter, Debra “Debbie” Herrman (Dave), Hays, Kansas; two grandchildren, Keith Herrman (Jaime), Omaha, Nebraska, and Jennifer Baruelo (Dominic), Staten Island, New York; four great-grandchildren, Olivia Herrman, Omaha, Nebraska, Colin Herrman, Omaha, Nebraska, Brynlee Baruelo, Staten Island, New York, and Payton Baruelo, Staten Island, New York; and one brother, Elmer Dreher, Hays, Kansas.He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; a son, Donald Dreher; two brothers, Victor Dreher, and Larry Dreher; an infant sister, Firma Dreher; and one sister, Edna Kreutzer.Church visitation will be Friday, February 4, 2022, from 10:00 A.M. to 10:50 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas.Funeral service will be Friday, February 4, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Stephen Dabanka officiating.&nbsp; Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.In lieu of flowers or plants, the family requests memorials to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, or Rush County Memorial Hospital Intermediate Swing Bed, La Crosse, Kansas.Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.janousekfuneralhome.com.Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Kenneth C. Dreher

Dr. William Franklin Harrison of Kansas City Kansas passed January 23, 2022, at 87. He was born February 13, 1934, to William Franklin and Winnie Faye (Shetler) Harrison of Hoisington, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by&nbsp; former wife, Shirley, sons, Clay Anthony and Lance Diego Harrison.

He is survived by daughter, Pam Harrison Redetzke of Hoisington and son, Shane Harrison of Kansas City; grandchildren, Tanna Redetzke Vine (Dustin), Terry Redetzke (Sandy) and Amanda Redetzke; great-grandchildren, Maleah, Westin, and Myles Vine, Grace, Sydney, and Carter Redetzke.

Dr. Harrison graduated from Hoisington High school in 1952, the University of Kansas in 1961, and University of Kansas Medical School in 1965. Completed internship 1966-67. He moved to Las Vegas Nevada in 1967 where he practiced Family Medicine until 1983, after which he took a 2 ½ year sabbatical to travel. His love of medicine took him back to practice medicine in his home state. He last practiced in Columbus Kansas. He retired in 2007 and pursued his travels and much time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Sloan Summerfield Scholarship at Kansas University in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Dateline – HoisingtonDr. William Franklin Harrison of Kansas City Kansas passed January 23, 2022, at 87. He was born February 13, 1934, to William Franklin and Winnie Faye (Shetler) Harrison of Hoisington, Kansas.He was preceded in death by&nbsp; former wife, Shirley, sons, Clay Anthony and Lance Diego Harrison.He is survived by daughter, Pam Harrison Redetzke of Hoisington and son, Shane Harrison of Kansas City; grandchildren, Tanna Redetzke Vine (Dustin), Terry Redetzke (Sandy) and Amanda Redetzke; great-grandchildren, Maleah, Westin, and Myles Vine, Grace, Sydney, and Carter Redetzke.Dr. Harrison graduated from Hoisington High school in 1952, the University of Kansas in 1961, and University of Kansas Medical School in 1965. Completed internship 1966-67. He moved to Las Vegas Nevada in 1967 where he practiced Family Medicine until 1983, after which he took a 2 ½ year sabbatical to travel. His love of medicine took him back to practice medicine in his home state. He last practiced in Columbus Kansas. He retired in 2007 and pursued his travels and much time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren.Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 5, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, with Pastor Don Fisher presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Sloan Summerfield Scholarship at Kansas University in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Dr. William Franklin Harrison

Leland Steven Dix, 73, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.

Leland was born January 13, 1949 in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the son of Leonard F. and Lula Jane (Richardson) Dix. He grew up in Stockton and graduated from Stockton High School in 1967.

Leland was united in marriage to Ruth Schilowsky on January 31, 1970 in Stockton. This union was blessed with two children, Richard and Christina. Ruth preceded him in death on June 2, 1995. Later, Leland was united in marriage to Theresa (Hupfer) Seier Gardner on July 3, 2009. He was a life-long Kansas resident and they made their home in Ellis in 2014.

Leland was a farmer in his early years. He also was the owner and operator of Dix Trucking LLC from 2008 to 2016. He drove a truck for Conway Trucking and later Hess Services in Hays, where he worked up until the time of his death. He enjoyed watching westerns, playing board games with his grandchildren, and was an avid K-State and Dallas Cowboys football fan, and when younger enjoyed being involved with dirt track racing in Stockton.

Leland’s surviving family include his wife of twelve years, Theresa of the home; daughter, Christina Scheele (Travis) of Salina, Kansas; son, Richard Dix (Amy) of Stockton, Kansas; brother, Larry Dix (Nancy) of Agra, Kansas; sister, Candy Emery of Agra, Kansas; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Leland was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruth, daughter Angela (Gardner) Wiley and brother Leonard James Dix.

Celebration of Leland’s life will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell. Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, February 4, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A memorial has been established as the Dix Grandchildren Education Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

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 </figure>Leland Steven Dix, 73, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, January 30, 2022 at Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas.Leland was born January 13, 1949 in Phillipsburg, Kansas, the son of Leonard F. and Lula Jane (Richardson) Dix. He grew up in Stockton and graduated from Stockton High School in 1967.Leland was united in marriage to Ruth Schilowsky on January 31, 1970 in Stockton. This union was blessed with two children, Richard and Christina. Ruth preceded him in death on June 2, 1995. Later, Leland was united in marriage to Theresa (Hupfer) Seier Gardner on July 3, 2009. He was a life-long Kansas resident and they made their home in Ellis in 2014.Leland was a farmer in his early years. He also was the owner and operator of Dix Trucking LLC from 2008 to 2016. He drove a truck for Conway Trucking and later Hess Services in Hays, where he worked up until the time of his death. He enjoyed watching westerns, playing board games with his grandchildren, and was an avid K-State and Dallas Cowboys football fan, and when younger enjoyed being involved with dirt track racing in Stockton.Leland’s surviving family include his wife of twelve years, Theresa of the home; daughter, Christina Scheele (Travis) of Salina, Kansas; son, Richard Dix (Amy) of Stockton, Kansas; brother, Larry Dix (Nancy) of Agra, Kansas; sister, Candy Emery of Agra, Kansas; eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.Leland was preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruth, daughter Angela (Gardner) Wiley and brother Leonard James Dix.Celebration of Leland’s life will be held at 10:30 AM, Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell. Burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Friday, February 4, 2022 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A memorial has been established as the Dix Grandchildren Education Fund. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Leland Steven Dix

Martha Louise Batman, 80, passed away on January 31, 2022, at Via Christ St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. She was born on April 18, 1941, at Codell, Kansas, to Stewart &amp; Josie Edna (VanHouton) McAdoo. Martha married Charles Batman on April 01, 1960, at Russell, Kansas.

A lifetime area resident in Barton, Russell, and Rush counties, she worked for years as a custodian in USD 403. Martha was a member of the United Methodist Church in Otis, Kansas.

Survivors include her husband of the home; a son Brian (Cindy) Batman of Great Bend, Kansas; a daughter, Shelly (Chuck) Nelson of Blue Eye, Missouri; six grandchildren, Jessica Berg, Melissa Berg (Matt), Charlie (Shelby) Nelson, Joshua (Caitlin) Nelson, Sam (Anna) Nelson, Zach (Anna) Nelson; fifteen great-grandchildren, Maddyson, Havyn, Shaili, Triston, Taybree, Kirstyn, Mason, Maddux, Hayden, Hallie, Braydon, Kailyn, Ryker, Talynn, Theo; five sisters, Josie Doty of Russell, Kansas, Evelyn Monroe of McPherson, Kansas, Ruby Coleman and Mary Pollock, both of Oklahoma, and Edna Coyle of Topeka, Kansas; two brothers, Bill McAdoo and Larry McAdoo, both of Russell, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Alice Zordel; and two brothers, Leslie McAdoo and Stewart McAdoo.

There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, February 11, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Ken Gray presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Otis, KansasMartha Louise Batman, 80, passed away on January 31, 2022, at Via Christ St. Francis, Wichita, Kansas. She was born on April 18, 1941, at Codell, Kansas, to Stewart &amp; Josie Edna (VanHouton) McAdoo. Martha married Charles Batman on April 01, 1960, at Russell, Kansas.A lifetime area resident in Barton, Russell, and Rush counties, she worked for years as a custodian in USD 403. Martha was a member of the United Methodist Church in Otis, Kansas.Survivors include her husband of the home; a son Brian (Cindy) Batman of Great Bend, Kansas; a daughter, Shelly (Chuck) Nelson of Blue Eye, Missouri; six grandchildren, Jessica Berg, Melissa Berg (Matt), Charlie (Shelby) Nelson, Joshua (Caitlin) Nelson, Sam (Anna) Nelson, Zach (Anna) Nelson; fifteen great-grandchildren, Maddyson, Havyn, Shaili, Triston, Taybree, Kirstyn, Mason, Maddux, Hayden, Hallie, Braydon, Kailyn, Ryker, Talynn, Theo; five sisters, Josie Doty of Russell, Kansas, Evelyn Monroe of McPherson, Kansas, Ruby Coleman and Mary Pollock, both of Oklahoma, and Edna Coyle of Topeka, Kansas; two brothers, Bill McAdoo and Larry McAdoo, both of Russell, Kansas. She is preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Alice Zordel; and two brothers, Leslie McAdoo and Stewart McAdoo.There will be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Funeral service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, February 11, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Ken Gray presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Shriners Children’s Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Martha Louise Batman

Lois Darlene Selle, 90, passed away on January 29, 2022, at her home in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born October 18, 1931, at Hudson, Kansas, to Willie &amp; Amelia (Erosiek) Fischer. Lois married Eugene G. Selle on October 23, 1949, at Peace Church, Hudson, Kansas. He died September 16, 1996.

A lifetime Great Bend resident, Louis worked as a homemaker. She was a member of the First Church of God and was an organist there. Lois was a known gardener, canner, crocheter, and enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles.

Survivors include two sons, Allen (Marilyn) Selle and Dwight (Carol) Selle, both of Great Bend, Kansas; a daughter, caregiver, and companion, Donna Selle of Great Bend, Kansas; sister-in-law, Juanita Fischer of St. John, Kansas; sister-in-law, Donna Fischer of Hudson, Kansas; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Marvin Selle; and brothers, Glenn, Lawrence, Marvin, Gerald, and Leroy Fischer.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or First Church of God, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasLois Darlene Selle, 90, passed away on January 29, 2022, at her home in Great Bend, Kansas. She was born October 18, 1931, at Hudson, Kansas, to Willie &amp; Amelia (Erosiek) Fischer. Lois married Eugene G. Selle on October 23, 1949, at Peace Church, Hudson, Kansas. He died September 16, 1996.A lifetime Great Bend resident, Louis worked as a homemaker. She was a member of the First Church of God and was an organist there. Lois was a known gardener, canner, crocheter, and enjoyed putting together jigsaw puzzles.Survivors include two sons, Allen (Marilyn) Selle and Dwight (Carol) Selle, both of Great Bend, Kansas; a daughter, caregiver, and companion, Donna Selle of Great Bend, Kansas; sister-in-law, Juanita Fischer of St. John, Kansas; sister-in-law, Donna Fischer of Hudson, Kansas; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Marvin Selle; and brothers, Glenn, Lawrence, Marvin, Gerald, and Leroy Fischer.Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. Funeral service will take place at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Reverend Dick Ogle presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or First Church of God, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Lois Darlene Selle

Mary Sue Schneider, 82, died January 24, 2022, at Diversicare of Larned, Kansas. She was born May 22, 1939, in Hoisington, Kansas, the daughter of Willard and Ruby (Edgell) Anderson. Mary Sue graduated from Hoisington High School in 1957 and later received her diploma from Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas.

A lifetime Hoisington resident, Mary Sue worked as a secretary for 42 years at the Barton County Extension Office. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Hoisington. Mary Sue loved spending time with her friends and the DQ Coffee Girls. She was very active and was insistent about walking her laps at the Hoisington Rec Center. Mary Sue was a lover of cats, especially her boy, Bray.

On February 20, 1960, she married Gerald Schneider in Hoisington. They later divorced.

She is survived by a daughter; Lynn Kern and granddaughter, Kennedy Kern, both of Great Bend; nephew, Brandon Fleshman, of California; and four great-nieces and one great-nephew.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Charlotte Bryant.

Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 4, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Kennedy Kern College Education Fund or LADA Paws Rescue in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

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 </figure>Dateline – HoisingtonMary Sue Schneider, 82, died January 24, 2022, at Diversicare of Larned, Kansas. She was born May 22, 1939, in Hoisington, Kansas, the daughter of Willard and Ruby (Edgell) Anderson. Mary Sue graduated from Hoisington High School in 1957 and later received her diploma from Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas.A lifetime Hoisington resident, Mary Sue worked as a secretary for 42 years at the Barton County Extension Office. She was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church of Hoisington. Mary Sue loved spending time with her friends and the DQ Coffee Girls. She was very active and was insistent about walking her laps at the Hoisington Rec Center. Mary Sue was a lover of cats, especially her boy, Bray.On February 20, 1960, she married Gerald Schneider in Hoisington. They later divorced.She is survived by a daughter; Lynn Kern and granddaughter, Kennedy Kern, both of Great Bend; nephew, Brandon Fleshman, of California; and four great-nieces and one great-nephew.She was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Charlotte Bryant.Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., on Thursday at the funeral home.Memorial service will be 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 4, 2022, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Rhonda Templing presiding. Inurnment will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.Memorials may be made to the Kennedy Kern College Education Fund or LADA Paws Rescue in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Mary Sue Schneider

DeSales&nbsp;(Saley)&nbsp;Schartz&nbsp;Feist,&nbsp;88, passed away in Ellinwood, KS on&nbsp;Jan.&nbsp;28, 2022.&nbsp;Born on Dec. 26, 1933 in rural Great Bend, KS she was the daughter of Nicholas&nbsp;and Aileen (Kimpler)&nbsp;Schartz.&nbsp;Saley&nbsp;was an Ellinwood resident since 1957 graduating&nbsp;from&nbsp;High School&nbsp;in Great Bend and later marrying&nbsp;Linus Feist on&nbsp;May 4th, 1957&nbsp;in&nbsp;Great Bend, KS&nbsp;at St. Rose Catholic Church. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society, Ellinwood.&nbsp;

Survivors include&nbsp;children;&nbsp;Jean (Joe) Simmons,&nbsp;Larned, KS,&nbsp;Luke Feist, Great Bend, KS,&nbsp;Ann Feist Christiansen,&nbsp;Ellinwood, KS;&nbsp;grandchildren,&nbsp;Kelsee Hauser, Lauren Feist, Laken Blair, Jayce Christiansen, Jaxon Christiansen, and Bradyn Christiansen; and great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Hauser, Emmy Hauser, Camdyn Blair, and Uriel Feist.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings; Kenneth&nbsp;Schartz, Vernon&nbsp;Schartz, Norbert&nbsp;Schartz, Gerald&nbsp;Schartz,&nbsp;Charles&nbsp;Schartz, Loren&nbsp;Schartz,&nbsp;Celesta&nbsp;Bennett, Mary&nbsp;Bowes, Leon&nbsp;Schartz, Thomas&nbsp;Schartz, &amp; Patrick&nbsp;Schartz.&nbsp;

Mass of Christian burial&nbsp;will be&nbsp;Friday,&nbsp;Feb. 4th at 1:00 PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood, KS with Father Terrance Klein officiating.&nbsp;Interment&nbsp;will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery. Visitation will be Thurs.,&nbsp;Feb. 3rd&nbsp;from&nbsp;1-7&nbsp;PM&nbsp;with parish Rosary at 3 PM&nbsp;and Vigil Service starting at 7 PM&nbsp;that evening (Thurs)&nbsp;at&nbsp;Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to&nbsp;Catholic Charities of Southwest Kansas for adoption program&nbsp;in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526. &nbsp;

Dateline: Ellinwood, KS&nbsp;DeSales&nbsp;(Saley)&nbsp;Schartz&nbsp;Feist,&nbsp;88, passed away in Ellinwood, KS on&nbsp;Jan.&nbsp;28, 2022.&nbsp;Born on Dec. 26, 1933 in rural Great Bend, KS she was the daughter of Nicholas&nbsp;and Aileen (Kimpler)&nbsp;Schartz.&nbsp;Saley&nbsp;was an Ellinwood resident since 1957 graduating&nbsp;from&nbsp;High School&nbsp;in Great Bend and later marrying&nbsp;Linus Feist on&nbsp;May 4th, 1957&nbsp;in&nbsp;Great Bend, KS&nbsp;at St. Rose Catholic Church. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Altar Society, Ellinwood.&nbsp;Survivors include&nbsp;children;&nbsp;Jean (Joe) Simmons,&nbsp;Larned, KS,&nbsp;Luke Feist, Great Bend, KS,&nbsp;Ann Feist Christiansen,&nbsp;Ellinwood, KS;&nbsp;grandchildren,&nbsp;Kelsee Hauser, Lauren Feist, Laken Blair, Jayce Christiansen, Jaxon Christiansen, and Bradyn Christiansen; and great-grandchildren, Brooklyn Hauser, Emmy Hauser, Camdyn Blair, and Uriel Feist.&nbsp;She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; siblings; Kenneth&nbsp;Schartz, Vernon&nbsp;Schartz, Norbert&nbsp;Schartz, Gerald&nbsp;Schartz,&nbsp;Charles&nbsp;Schartz, Loren&nbsp;Schartz,&nbsp;Celesta&nbsp;Bennett, Mary&nbsp;Bowes, Leon&nbsp;Schartz, Thomas&nbsp;Schartz, &amp; Patrick&nbsp;Schartz.&nbsp;Mass of Christian burial&nbsp;will be&nbsp;Friday,&nbsp;Feb. 4th at 1:00 PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Ellinwood, KS with Father Terrance Klein officiating.&nbsp;Interment&nbsp;will follow at Lakin-Comanche Cemetery. Visitation will be Thurs.,&nbsp;Feb. 3rd&nbsp;from&nbsp;1-7&nbsp;PM&nbsp;with parish Rosary at 3 PM&nbsp;and Vigil Service starting at 7 PM&nbsp;that evening (Thurs)&nbsp;at&nbsp;Minnis Chapel in Ellinwood.&nbsp;Memorials are suggested to&nbsp;Catholic Charities of Southwest Kansas for adoption program&nbsp;in care of Minnis Chapel,&nbsp;PO Box 246, Ellinwood, KS 67526. &nbsp;

DeSales (Saley) Schartz Feist

Delane John Dietz, 73, passed away on January 27, 2022, at his home surrounded by family in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 23, 1948 at Great Bend, Kansas to John &amp; Alvina (Niedens) Dietz.

Delane married Jo Ann Yost in 1971. She passed away on August 31, 1972. He then married Lana Schamaun on July 21, 1973 in Great Bend. They spent the next 48+ years together as “partners in crime” playing softball, golfing, remodeling homes, and raising their sons. If you saw one, the other was generally close by.

A life-time Barton County resident, Delane worked as a pumper in the oil field the majority of his career and later worked in sales for Doonan GMC. He was an avid golfer, known for his putting skills and served on the Board of Directors at Lake Barton Golf Course for many years. He was also a member of the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce. Delane spent many years helping with the 3-I Shows and Farm and Ranch Shows.

Delane’s biggest goal was to be a good dad and spend time with his boys, teaching them about hunting, fishing, golf, sports and everything in between. He coached the boys in many little league sports and while known as a big K-State fan, nothing compared to the fan he was of his sons and grandkids.

Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael of Great Bend; a daughter-in-law, Denise (Penka) of Eudora; three grandchildren, Malia, Ethan, and Rylee Dietz; and a sister, Joyce Monroe of Great Bend. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jo Ann, and a son, Timothy “T.J.”.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caregivers of Elder Care for their daily service to Delane: Tracy, Jessica, Candy, Mandy, Susan and Heather.

Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Chaplain Jeffrey Owen presiding. Inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorials can be made to Denise Dietz for the purpose of the T.J. Dietz Memorial Scholarship, Elder Care or Kindred Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDelane John Dietz, 73, passed away on January 27, 2022, at his home surrounded by family in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 23, 1948 at Great Bend, Kansas to John &amp; Alvina (Niedens) Dietz.Delane married Jo Ann Yost in 1971. She passed away on August 31, 1972. He then married Lana Schamaun on July 21, 1973 in Great Bend. They spent the next 48+ years together as “partners in crime” playing softball, golfing, remodeling homes, and raising their sons. If you saw one, the other was generally close by.A life-time Barton County resident, Delane worked as a pumper in the oil field the majority of his career and later worked in sales for Doonan GMC. He was an avid golfer, known for his putting skills and served on the Board of Directors at Lake Barton Golf Course for many years. He was also a member of the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce. Delane spent many years helping with the 3-I Shows and Farm and Ranch Shows.Delane’s biggest goal was to be a good dad and spend time with his boys, teaching them about hunting, fishing, golf, sports and everything in between. He coached the boys in many little league sports and while known as a big K-State fan, nothing compared to the fan he was of his sons and grandkids.Survivors include his wife; a son, Michael of Great Bend; a daughter-in-law, Denise (Penka) of Eudora; three grandchildren, Malia, Ethan, and Rylee Dietz; and a sister, Joyce Monroe of Great Bend. He is preceded in death by his parents, Jo Ann, and a son, Timothy “T.J.”.The family would like to extend a special thank you to the caregivers of Elder Care for their daily service to Delane: Tracy, Jessica, Candy, Mandy, Susan and Heather.Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, with the family receiving guests from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorial service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with Chaplain Jeffrey Owen presiding. Inurnment will take place at a later date. Memorials can be made to Denise Dietz for the purpose of the T.J. Dietz Memorial Scholarship, Elder Care or Kindred Hospice, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Delane John Dietz

Duane Randall Hammon, 92, passed away peacefully at his home on January 19, 2022 in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 1, 1929 in Lynch, Nebraska, to Frank Eugene &amp; Eliza (Wellman) Hammon. He grew up in Lynch with his 14 brothers and sisters, and worked on the family’s farm. He met Mary Ann Stevenson while she was working in Spencer, Nebraska, and the two began dating. He courageously served with the Marines during the Korean War, for which he received the Commendation Ribbon with Combat “V”. He was known for entertaining his platoon with his guitar playing, and he served as the barber for his unit with his haircutting skills. He returned home, and Duane and Mary married in South Dakota on March 20, 1953. They went on to have two children, Larry and Debra.

In his early years, Duane enjoyed spending time taking road trips with friends on his motorcycle as part of the Ponca Valley Motorcycle Club. He spent a short time farming and then worked various jobs in construction and heavy equipment for much of his working life. Duane and Mary settled in Salina during their children’s high school years and eventually began welcoming grandchildren as Larry and Debra married and started their own families. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spent much of his time during his older years serving as a babysitter and chauffeur to his grandchildren after they settled in Great Bend. He continued to enjoy visits from his great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as his family continued to grow through the years.

Survivors include one brother, Donald, of Parma, Idaho; his daughter, Debra Thompson and husband David, of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Mindi Beahm (David), Travis Thompson (Andrea), Dustin Thompson (Angela) and Lance Hammon; and six great-grandchildren, Bennett, Thompson, and Emerson Beahm; Emma and Tristan Thompson; and Kyrah Schnoebelen and Kaylee Thompson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; his son, Larry Hammon; his parents; and thirteen brothers and sisters.

Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving guests from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church with Reverend Chris Lehew presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials can be made to the Duane R. Hammon Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDuane Randall Hammon, 92, passed away peacefully at his home on January 19, 2022 in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born on April 1, 1929 in Lynch, Nebraska, to Frank Eugene &amp; Eliza (Wellman) Hammon. He grew up in Lynch with his 14 brothers and sisters, and worked on the family’s farm. He met Mary Ann Stevenson while she was working in Spencer, Nebraska, and the two began dating. He courageously served with the Marines during the Korean War, for which he received the Commendation Ribbon with Combat “V”. He was known for entertaining his platoon with his guitar playing, and he served as the barber for his unit with his haircutting skills. He returned home, and Duane and Mary married in South Dakota on March 20, 1953. They went on to have two children, Larry and Debra.In his early years, Duane enjoyed spending time taking road trips with friends on his motorcycle as part of the Ponca Valley Motorcycle Club. He spent a short time farming and then worked various jobs in construction and heavy equipment for much of his working life. Duane and Mary settled in Salina during their children’s high school years and eventually began welcoming grandchildren as Larry and Debra married and started their own families. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and spent much of his time during his older years serving as a babysitter and chauffeur to his grandchildren after they settled in Great Bend. He continued to enjoy visits from his great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews as his family continued to grow through the years.Survivors include one brother, Donald, of Parma, Idaho; his daughter, Debra Thompson and husband David, of Great Bend; four grandchildren, Mindi Beahm (David), Travis Thompson (Andrea), Dustin Thompson (Angela) and Lance Hammon; and six great-grandchildren, Bennett, Thompson, and Emerson Beahm; Emma and Tristan Thompson; and Kyrah Schnoebelen and Kaylee Thompson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary; his son, Larry Hammon; his parents; and thirteen brothers and sisters.Visitation will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 3, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home with the family receiving guests from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022, at Trinity United Methodist Church with Reverend Chris Lehew presiding. Interment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials can be made to the Duane R. Hammon Expense Fund, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

Duane Randall Hammon

Sister Mary Ellen Dater, 90, died January 25, 2022, in the Dominican Sisters’ convent infirmary, Great Bend. She was born June 5, 1931, in Antonino, KS, the daughter of August and Otillia (Kreutzer) Dater. She entered the Dominican Sisters Community in 1945 and pronounced vows in 1948. Sister Mary Ellen celebrated seventy years of religious profession in 2018.

Sister Mary Ellen ministered in a variety of different ways. She began as an elementary school teacher, teaching for more than forty years in several parish schools in Kansas, Colorado, and Oklahoma. She then received training as a massage therapist and ministered at Heartland Farm doing massage and a wide variety of other things. She retired to the motherhouse in Great Bend in November of 2021.

Sister Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Esther and Theresa. She is survived by two brothers: Silver (Delores) Dater of Lenexa, KS; Eddie (Pauline) Dater of Oklahoma City, OK; two sisters: Roseann (James) Lawrence of Ocean Pines, MD, and Leona (William) Powell of Spokane, WA; several nieces and nephews; as well as the Dominican Sisters of Peace.

A Wake Service will be held at 10:30 on Monday, February 7. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:30 on that same day. Both will take place at the Sisters’ Convent. All attendees are asked to wear a mask. Burial will be in the Sisters’ Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials in honor of Sister Mary Ellen may be sent to Dominican Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219-2098. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend 67530.

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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasSister Mary Ellen Dater, 90, died January 25, 2022, in the Dominican Sisters’ convent infirmary, Great Bend. She was born June 5, 1931, in Antonino, KS, the daughter of August and Otillia (Kreutzer) Dater. She entered the Dominican Sisters Community in 1945 and pronounced vows in 1948. Sister Mary Ellen celebrated seventy years of religious profession in 2018.Sister Mary Ellen ministered in a variety of different ways. She began as an elementary school teacher, teaching for more than forty years in several parish schools in Kansas, Colorado, and Oklahoma. She then received training as a massage therapist and ministered at Heartland Farm doing massage and a wide variety of other things. She retired to the motherhouse in Great Bend in November of 2021.Sister Mary Ellen was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Esther and Theresa. She is survived by two brothers: Silver (Delores) Dater of Lenexa, KS; Eddie (Pauline) Dater of Oklahoma City, OK; two sisters: Roseann (James) Lawrence of Ocean Pines, MD, and Leona (William) Powell of Spokane, WA; several nieces and nephews; as well as the Dominican Sisters of Peace.A Wake Service will be held at 10:30 on Monday, February 7. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 1:30 on that same day. Both will take place at the Sisters’ Convent. All attendees are asked to wear a mask. Burial will be in the Sisters’ Resurrection Cemetery. Memorials in honor of Sister Mary Ellen may be sent to Dominican Sisters of Peace, 2320 Airport Drive, Columbus, OH 43219-2098. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net. Arrangements by Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Rd., Great Bend 67530.

Sister Mary Ellen Dater

Ronald Keith Wagoner, 78, passed away January 23, 2022, at Banner Baywood Medical Center, Mesa, Arizona. He was born November 27, 1943, in Quinter, Kansas to Sylvester &amp; Genevieve (Linneberger) Wagoner. He married Bernita Zerr November 27, 1965, in Park, Kansas.

Ronald served in the Army National Guard from 1963 to 1972. He was a member of the American Legion Post #180 and Knights of Columbus Council #892 both of Great Bend. Ronald worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation as an Engineering Aide from August 1953 to June 1978. He then started working for Venture Corporation in 1978 and retired as Executive Vice President and Estimator in 2009. He served on the Board of Directors of the Kansas Asphalt Pavement Association from 2003 to 2008. After retiring, he and Bernita traveled and spent the winters in Mesa, Arizona. They enjoyed camping with the Good Sam Club and other family and friends.

Survivors include his wife, Bernita Wagoner of the home; a son, Rodney Wagoner and wife Alicia of Kansas City, Mo.; a daughter, Karen Seems and husband Kevin of Great Bend, Kan.; three brothers, Larry Wagoner and wife Sherry of Salina, Kan., Art Wagoner and wife Terry of Lincoln, Kan. and Kenny Wagoner and wife Karen of McPherson, Kan.; a sister, Sharon Gagnon of Grainfield, Kan.; and nine grandchildren, Chris Seems, Tyler Seems, Megan Wagner, Morgan Wagner, Riley Wagner, Brianna Wagoner, Nicole Wagoner, Ryan Wagoner and Brooke Wagoner. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Tamera Wagner; two brothers, Robert Wagoner and Norman Wagoner; and a brother-in-law, Marty Gagnon.

Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 31, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service and Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend, Kansas. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery North. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Ronald Keith Wagoner, 78, passed away January 23, 2022, at Banner Baywood Medical Center, Mesa, Arizona. He was born November 27, 1943, in Quinter, Kansas to Sylvester &amp; Genevieve (Linneberger) Wagoner. He married Bernita Zerr November 27, 1965, in Park, Kansas.Ronald served in the Army National Guard from 1963 to 1972. He was a member of the American Legion Post #180 and Knights of Columbus Council #892 both of Great Bend. Ronald worked for the Kansas Department of Transportation as an Engineering Aide from August 1953 to June 1978. He then started working for Venture Corporation in 1978 and retired as Executive Vice President and Estimator in 2009. He served on the Board of Directors of the Kansas Asphalt Pavement Association from 2003 to 2008. After retiring, he and Bernita traveled and spent the winters in Mesa, Arizona. They enjoyed camping with the Good Sam Club and other family and friends.Survivors include his wife, Bernita Wagoner of the home; a son, Rodney Wagoner and wife Alicia of Kansas City, Mo.; a daughter, Karen Seems and husband Kevin of Great Bend, Kan.; three brothers, Larry Wagoner and wife Sherry of Salina, Kan., Art Wagoner and wife Terry of Lincoln, Kan. and Kenny Wagoner and wife Karen of McPherson, Kan.; a sister, Sharon Gagnon of Grainfield, Kan.; and nine grandchildren, Chris Seems, Tyler Seems, Megan Wagner, Morgan Wagner, Riley Wagner, Brianna Wagoner, Nicole Wagoner, Ryan Wagoner and Brooke Wagoner. He was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Tamera Wagner; two brothers, Robert Wagoner and Norman Wagoner; and a brother-in-law, Marty Gagnon.Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, January 31, 2022, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Vigil service and Knights of Columbus rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great Bend, Kansas. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery North. In lieu of flowers, memorials have been designated to the American Cancer Society or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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