Dateline: Great Bend, Kansas

Bill F.
Powers, 85, passed away March 13, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center,
Kansas City, Kan. He was born February 12, 1936, at Shenandoah, Iowa, to Ralph
&amp; Roberta (Cutts) Powers. He married Violet Johnson March 2, 1956, at
Shenandoah, Iowa. She died November 6, 2004.

Memorial
service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home
with Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend
Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in
care of Bryant Funeral Home. 

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

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Dateline: Great Bend, KansasBill F.
Powers, 85, passed away March 13, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center,
Kansas City, Kan. He was born February 12, 1936, at Shenandoah, Iowa, to Ralph
&amp; Roberta (Cutts) Powers. He married Violet Johnson March 2, 1956, at
Shenandoah, Iowa. She died November 6, 2004. Memorial
service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home
with Pastor Jon Brudvig presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend
Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in
care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Bill F. Powers

Dateline: Pawnee Rock, Kansas

Ronald “Ron”
DeHaan, 75, passed away March 30, 2021, at Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita. He
was born March 16, 1946, at Waukegan, Ill., to Charles &amp; Mildred (Trott)
DeHaan. He was raised and later adopted by John &amp; Evelyn Drew of Radium
after the untimely death of his birth parents. He married Shannon Sue
Pound on December 19, 1981 at Russell.&nbsp;

A lifetime
area resident, Ron graduated from Radium High School in 1964. He was a
supervisor in the oilfield and retired from Great Bend Health &amp; Rehab as
the Environmental Director. He enjoyed gardening, canning, traveling and
hunting. He loved pheasant season, harvest time and going to Mom's Bar &amp;
Grill in Seward but especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a
veteran of the United States Navy having served during the Vietnam war. 

Survivors
include, his wife, Shannon DeHaan of the home; two sons, Shawn DeHaan and wife
Elisha of Spearman, Tex., and Ryan DeHaan and wife Shelly Peacock of Great
Bend; three brothers, Steven DeHaan and wife Sherry of Hays, John Drew of rural
Stafford county, and Todd Drew of Wichita; two sisters, Lynne Hurst of Boulder,
Colo., and Diana Pinar of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a sister in law, Donna Williams
and husband R.C. of Great Bend; and six grandchildren, Connor DeHaan, Colton
DeHaan, Jericho Riddle, Jaron Riddle, Reese Bullard and Keldon Bullard. He was
preceded in death by his birth parents, Charles and Mildred DeHaan; his
adoptive parents, John and Evelyn Drew; a son, Terry Riddle; a daughter, Nicole
DeHaan; and a sister, Sharon Silversmith. 

There will
be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at
10 a.m., Saturday, April 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry
Schumacher presiding. Inurnment will be in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Stafford,
with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Memorials
have been designated to the Grandchildren's Scholarship Fund, in care of Bryant
Funeral Home.

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

<figure>
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 </figure>Dateline: Pawnee Rock, KansasRonald “Ron”
DeHaan, 75, passed away March 30, 2021, at Kansas Heart Hospital in Wichita. He
was born March 16, 1946, at Waukegan, Ill., to Charles &amp; Mildred (Trott)
DeHaan. He was raised and later adopted by John &amp; Evelyn Drew of Radium
after the untimely death of his birth parents. He married Shannon Sue
Pound on December 19, 1981 at Russell.&nbsp; A lifetime
area resident, Ron graduated from Radium High School in 1964. He was a
supervisor in the oilfield and retired from Great Bend Health &amp; Rehab as
the Environmental Director. He enjoyed gardening, canning, traveling and
hunting. He loved pheasant season, harvest time and going to Mom's Bar &amp;
Grill in Seward but especially enjoyed spending time with his family. He was a
veteran of the United States Navy having served during the Vietnam war. Survivors
include, his wife, Shannon DeHaan of the home; two sons, Shawn DeHaan and wife
Elisha of Spearman, Tex., and Ryan DeHaan and wife Shelly Peacock of Great
Bend; three brothers, Steven DeHaan and wife Sherry of Hays, John Drew of rural
Stafford county, and Todd Drew of Wichita; two sisters, Lynne Hurst of Boulder,
Colo., and Diana Pinar of Port St. Lucie, Fla.; a sister in law, Donna Williams
and husband R.C. of Great Bend; and six grandchildren, Connor DeHaan, Colton
DeHaan, Jericho Riddle, Jaron Riddle, Reese Bullard and Keldon Bullard. He was
preceded in death by his birth parents, Charles and Mildred DeHaan; his
adoptive parents, John and Evelyn Drew; a son, Terry Riddle; a daughter, Nicole
DeHaan; and a sister, Sharon Silversmith. There will
be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at
10 a.m., Saturday, April 10, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Larry
Schumacher presiding. Inurnment will be in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Stafford,
with Military Rites conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Memorials
have been designated to the Grandchildren's Scholarship Fund, in care of Bryant
Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Ronald “Ron” DeHaan

Gary J. Mater, 77, passed
away November 22, 2020. Graveside inurnment services have been set for 3:00
p.m., Saturday, April 10, 2021, at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Military Honors by
Fort Riley Honor Guard. Arrangements are in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral
Home, Hoisington.

Dateline –Olmitz Gary J. Mater, 77, passed
away November 22, 2020. Graveside inurnment services have been set for 3:00
p.m., Saturday, April 10, 2021, at St. Ann Cemetery, Olmitz. Military Honors by
Fort Riley Honor Guard. Arrangements are in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral
Home, Hoisington.

Gary J. Mater

Dateline: Hoisington, Kansas

Donna Eileen Rehak, 74, passed away March 30, 2021, at
Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born February 7, 1947, in
Wichita, to Melvin D. and Cora Lucille (Slayden) Capps. Donna married Rob Roy
Elliott and were later divorced, then married Raymond Rehak.&nbsp; He preceded
her in passing.

Donna, a long time Barton County resident, enjoyed crafts
and spending time with her family.&nbsp; She was a critical care charge
registered nurse, retiring from Via Christi, Wichita, previously working for
Central Kansas Medical Center, Great Bend, and Larned State Hospital, Larned.

Survivors include; one son,&nbsp; Brian Todd Elliott
(Mindy) of Hoisington; sister, Mary Mai (Gerald) of Russell; two brothers, Tom
Capps (Cindy) of Watertown, Wisconsin, and Ron Capps (Bernice) of Newton; one
grandson, Brayden Clark (Jessica); three great grand children, Bennett, Lucas,
and Layla; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in passing
by her husband Raymond Rehak.

Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 5,
2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, with Pastor Don
Fisher.&nbsp; There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place.&nbsp;
Memorials may be given to Donna E. Rehak Memorial Fund, in care of
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/4/1617303182006.jpeg" alt=" " />
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 </figure>Dateline: Hoisington, KansasDonna Eileen Rehak, 74, passed away March 30, 2021, at
Clara Barton Hospital, Hoisington.&nbsp; She was born February 7, 1947, in
Wichita, to Melvin D. and Cora Lucille (Slayden) Capps. Donna married Rob Roy
Elliott and were later divorced, then married Raymond Rehak.&nbsp; He preceded
her in passing.Donna, a long time Barton County resident, enjoyed crafts
and spending time with her family.&nbsp; She was a critical care charge
registered nurse, retiring from Via Christi, Wichita, previously working for
Central Kansas Medical Center, Great Bend, and Larned State Hospital, Larned.Survivors include; one son,&nbsp; Brian Todd Elliott
(Mindy) of Hoisington; sister, Mary Mai (Gerald) of Russell; two brothers, Tom
Capps (Cindy) of Watertown, Wisconsin, and Ron Capps (Bernice) of Newton; one
grandson, Brayden Clark (Jessica); three great grand children, Bennett, Lucas,
and Layla; and numerous nieces and nephews.&nbsp; She was preceded in passing
by her husband Raymond Rehak.Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 5,
2021, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, Hoisington, with Pastor Don
Fisher.&nbsp; There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place.&nbsp;
Memorials may be given to Donna E. Rehak Memorial Fund, in care of
Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS&nbsp; 67544.

Donna Eileen Rehak

Name of
Deceased: Ronald “Ron” DeHaan&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Age: 75

Place of Death: Kansas
Heart Hospital, Wichita, Kansas

Services are pending with Bryant
Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

NOTICEDateline: Pawnee Rock, KansasName of
Deceased: Ronald “Ron” DeHaan&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Age: 75Date of Death: March 30,
2021Place of Death: Kansas
Heart Hospital, Wichita, KansasServices are pending with Bryant
Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

Ronald "Ron" DeHaan

Deborah Jolene Snodgrass Mangen, 70, of Cedar Vale,
Kansas, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 28, 2021 on the family ranch.

Born November 12, 1950 in Great Bend,
Kansas, she was the daughter of Paul Estel and Ramona Jean (Lewis)
Snodgrass.&nbsp; She was raised and received
her education in Rozel, Kansas graduating from Rozel High School in 1967.&nbsp; Following high school, she attended Brown
Mackey Business College in Salina, graduating with a degree in Business
Administration.&nbsp; She then took a job
working at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and later worked for National
Railway Relations Board.&nbsp; 

Debbie was united in marriage to Jerome “Jerry”
Mangen on January 1, 1973 in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp;
The couple made their first home in Georgetown before moving to Oklahoma
City.&nbsp; The family moved to Kansas City in
1980 and in 1985, relocated to Arkansas City, Kansas.&nbsp; While in Arkansas City, Debbie worked at the
Winfield State Hospital and Training Center and was an insurance agent for Farm
Bureau.&nbsp; She then became the office
manager for Mangen Chiropractic, where she remained until February of 2021.&nbsp; In 1996, the family moved to their ranch near
Cedar Vale, Kansas.&nbsp; Debbie was a proud
cattle rancher and enjoyed taking care of any animal, especially those in
need.&nbsp; She was a very active member in
her community, serving as a mentor to many.

Her family includes her husband, Dr. Jerry
Mangen of Cedar Vale; her son Paul Ryan Mangen and wife, Dr. Shanun Kunnavatana
of Durham, NC; her daughter Carrie Anne Ortbals and husband, Chris of Ponte
Vedra Beach, FL; her brother Jerry Robert Snodgrass of Rozel; her sister Diane
Lynn Pfeifer of Hays; she was Baba to Ryan Victor Ortbals, Ethan David Ortbals,
Eleanor Jolene Mangen, Bodhi Krieger Mangen; and a host of nieces and
nephews.&nbsp; 

In addition to her parents, Debbie was
preceded in death by three brothers, James Leon Snodgrass, John Douglas
Snodgrass, Joe Stanley Snodgrass, and a sister Donna Kay Pivonka.

Graveside funeral services will be held at
11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Garfield Cemetery in Garfield,
Kansas.&nbsp; 

Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>. Arrangements by
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

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 </figure>Deborah Jolene Snodgrass Mangen, 70, of Cedar Vale,
Kansas, passed away Sunday afternoon, March 28, 2021 on the family ranch.Born November 12, 1950 in Great Bend,
Kansas, she was the daughter of Paul Estel and Ramona Jean (Lewis)
Snodgrass.&nbsp; She was raised and received
her education in Rozel, Kansas graduating from Rozel High School in 1967.&nbsp; Following high school, she attended Brown
Mackey Business College in Salina, graduating with a degree in Business
Administration.&nbsp; She then took a job
working at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and later worked for National
Railway Relations Board.&nbsp; Debbie was united in marriage to Jerome “Jerry”
Mangen on January 1, 1973 in Larned, Kansas.&nbsp;
The couple made their first home in Georgetown before moving to Oklahoma
City.&nbsp; The family moved to Kansas City in
1980 and in 1985, relocated to Arkansas City, Kansas.&nbsp; While in Arkansas City, Debbie worked at the
Winfield State Hospital and Training Center and was an insurance agent for Farm
Bureau.&nbsp; She then became the office
manager for Mangen Chiropractic, where she remained until February of 2021.&nbsp; In 1996, the family moved to their ranch near
Cedar Vale, Kansas.&nbsp; Debbie was a proud
cattle rancher and enjoyed taking care of any animal, especially those in
need.&nbsp; She was a very active member in
her community, serving as a mentor to many.Her family includes her husband, Dr. Jerry
Mangen of Cedar Vale; her son Paul Ryan Mangen and wife, Dr. Shanun Kunnavatana
of Durham, NC; her daughter Carrie Anne Ortbals and husband, Chris of Ponte
Vedra Beach, FL; her brother Jerry Robert Snodgrass of Rozel; her sister Diane
Lynn Pfeifer of Hays; she was Baba to Ryan Victor Ortbals, Ethan David Ortbals,
Eleanor Jolene Mangen, Bodhi Krieger Mangen; and a host of nieces and
nephews.&nbsp; In addition to her parents, Debbie was
preceded in death by three brothers, James Leon Snodgrass, John Douglas
Snodgrass, Joe Stanley Snodgrass, and a sister Donna Kay Pivonka.Graveside funeral services will be held at
11:00 A.M., Saturday, April 3, 2021 at Garfield Cemetery in Garfield,
Kansas.&nbsp; Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>. Arrangements by
Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477, Larned, Kansas 67550.

Deborah Jolene Snodgrass Mangen

Richard John Linenberger, 57,
passed away peacefully on March 27, 2021, at his home in Great Bend, surrounded
by his loving family. He was born Feb. 6, 1964, in Great Bend, to Sylvester
Cletus and Mary Evelyn (Lichter) Linenberger. He married Anne Hendee on Oct.
23, 1999, in Great Bend.

A lifetime resident of Great
Bend, he was a Great Bend High School graduate (1982), attended Barton
Community College and Fort Hays State University. Most recently he worked at
CKMC/St. Rose/GBRH as a licensed radiological technologist. Over the years, he
was also employed at The Pastry Shop, Mr. Burger, Titus Farms, Reed Pipe
Testing, Leroy Farms, Fire Safety, UPS, Petro-log, and others.

Also known affectionately as
Biscuit, Frank, Chicken and Richie, Richard had a way of brightening every room
he entered and, when he left, everything was a little duller. He had a natural
warmth and quick wit that drew people to him. He pitched in wherever needed,
helping his mother with yard chores, lending a hand to friends, and
volunteering at the Knights of Columbus.

Richard was a member of
Prince of Peace Parish, Knights of Columbus Council #862, BPOE Elks Lodge
#1127, and attended Trinity Lutheran Church. His time on Earth was too short,
but he lived his life fully and accomplished what was most important to him –
building a joyful life with his wife, raising three remarkable and fiercely
loved children, celebrating life events with his large family, enjoying his
beloved circle of friends, engaging in favorite hobbies like golf, fishing,
hunting, and playing cards with any and all of the above. There are many card
tables and golf tournaments that will now be one man short.

Survivors include his wife,
Anne; children Elizabeth Rose, William John and Joseph Dell, all of the home;
mother, Mary Evelyn Linenberger of Great Bend; three brothers, Christopher
Linenberger, Craig Linenberger and Stephen Linenberger, all of Great Bend;
three sisters, Lori Linenberger and husband Dale Goter of Wichita, Lisa Reser
and husband Scott of Ellinwood, and Linda Shaw of Denver, Colorado;
mother-in-law Julie Hendee of Centennial, Colorado; brother-in-law Eric Hendee
and wife Rebecca, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; nieces and nephews Ashley Razak
and husband Kyle, Emily Thornton and husband Joel, Robert Reser and wife Lisa,
Rachel Shorter and husband Jordan, Sara Potter and husband Brian, Aspen Linenberger
and fiancée Michelle Roth, Dylan Shaw, Davin Hendee, and Peyton Hendee; great
nieces and nephews, Harper Razak, Hudson Razak, Kobe Debes, Kade Debes,&nbsp; Ashlyn Snowden, Danica Thornton, Isabelle
Shorter, Hannah Shorter, Jaxon Potter,&nbsp;
Brooks Potter, and Kaeden Linenberger; and many aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends. He was preceded in passing by his father, infant daughter Kathryn
Grace, father-in-law Darvin Hendee, and brother-in-law Larry Shaw.

Mass of Christian Burial was
held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great
Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Visitation was held from noon to 9 p.m.
Monday, March 29, with a vigil at 7 p.m. and family receiving friends from 6 to
7 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Additional visitation was held from 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Holy Family
School Endowment Funds or Trinity Lutheran Church, in care of Bryant Funeral
Home. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617028038538.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasRichard John Linenberger, 57,
passed away peacefully on March 27, 2021, at his home in Great Bend, surrounded
by his loving family. He was born Feb. 6, 1964, in Great Bend, to Sylvester
Cletus and Mary Evelyn (Lichter) Linenberger. He married Anne Hendee on Oct.
23, 1999, in Great Bend.A lifetime resident of Great
Bend, he was a Great Bend High School graduate (1982), attended Barton
Community College and Fort Hays State University. Most recently he worked at
CKMC/St. Rose/GBRH as a licensed radiological technologist. Over the years, he
was also employed at The Pastry Shop, Mr. Burger, Titus Farms, Reed Pipe
Testing, Leroy Farms, Fire Safety, UPS, Petro-log, and others.Also known affectionately as
Biscuit, Frank, Chicken and Richie, Richard had a way of brightening every room
he entered and, when he left, everything was a little duller. He had a natural
warmth and quick wit that drew people to him. He pitched in wherever needed,
helping his mother with yard chores, lending a hand to friends, and
volunteering at the Knights of Columbus.Richard was a member of
Prince of Peace Parish, Knights of Columbus Council #862, BPOE Elks Lodge
#1127, and attended Trinity Lutheran Church. His time on Earth was too short,
but he lived his life fully and accomplished what was most important to him –
building a joyful life with his wife, raising three remarkable and fiercely
loved children, celebrating life events with his large family, enjoying his
beloved circle of friends, engaging in favorite hobbies like golf, fishing,
hunting, and playing cards with any and all of the above. There are many card
tables and golf tournaments that will now be one man short.Survivors include his wife,
Anne; children Elizabeth Rose, William John and Joseph Dell, all of the home;
mother, Mary Evelyn Linenberger of Great Bend; three brothers, Christopher
Linenberger, Craig Linenberger and Stephen Linenberger, all of Great Bend;
three sisters, Lori Linenberger and husband Dale Goter of Wichita, Lisa Reser
and husband Scott of Ellinwood, and Linda Shaw of Denver, Colorado;
mother-in-law Julie Hendee of Centennial, Colorado; brother-in-law Eric Hendee
and wife Rebecca, of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; nieces and nephews Ashley Razak
and husband Kyle, Emily Thornton and husband Joel, Robert Reser and wife Lisa,
Rachel Shorter and husband Jordan, Sara Potter and husband Brian, Aspen Linenberger
and fiancée Michelle Roth, Dylan Shaw, Davin Hendee, and Peyton Hendee; great
nieces and nephews, Harper Razak, Hudson Razak, Kobe Debes, Kade Debes,&nbsp; Ashlyn Snowden, Danica Thornton, Isabelle
Shorter, Hannah Shorter, Jaxon Potter,&nbsp;
Brooks Potter, and Kaeden Linenberger; and many aunts, uncles, cousins
and friends. He was preceded in passing by his father, infant daughter Kathryn
Grace, father-in-law Darvin Hendee, and brother-in-law Larry Shaw.Mass of Christian Burial was
held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church in Great
Bend, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Visitation was held from noon to 9 p.m.
Monday, March 29, with a vigil at 7 p.m. and family receiving friends from 6 to
7 p.m., all at Bryant Funeral Home. Additional visitation was held from 9 a.m.
to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bryant Funeral Home. Memorials may be given to Holy Family
School Endowment Funds or Trinity Lutheran Church, in care of Bryant Funeral
Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Richard John Linenberger

Larned- Rose Marie George, 79, passed away March 25, 2021 at
Hutchinson Health and Rehab.

She was born April 24, 1941 in Great Bend, the daughter of
Albert and Olivia Jenisch Debes. A longtime area resident she was a Pharmacist
Assistant at Ritzman’s.

She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Albert, the
Larned Garden Club and Lutheran Women. She enjoyed gardening and bowling.

On December 30, 1970 she married LaVern Loren George in
Larned; he preceded her in death on April 10, 2000.

Survivors include: one son, Mark (Robin) George, Hutchinson;
one daughter, Deana Morrison, Topeka; three sisters, Alma Frick, Larned,
Katherine George, Larned and Pauline Herrmann, Kinsley; seven grandchildren and
two great-grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother,
Bernard J Debes.

Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Saturday, April 3, 2021 at
Peace Lutheran Church, Albert, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga presiding. Visitation
will be 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Friday, April 2, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.
Burial will be at the Peace Lutheran Cemetery, Albert. 

Memorials may be given to the Larned Garden Club or Larned
EMS in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477 Larned KS. 67550. Condolences may
be left for the family at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617122287439.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Larned- Rose Marie George, 79, passed away March 25, 2021 at
Hutchinson Health and Rehab.She was born April 24, 1941 in Great Bend, the daughter of
Albert and Olivia Jenisch Debes. A longtime area resident she was a Pharmacist
Assistant at Ritzman’s.She was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Albert, the
Larned Garden Club and Lutheran Women. She enjoyed gardening and bowling.On December 30, 1970 she married LaVern Loren George in
Larned; he preceded her in death on April 10, 2000.Survivors include: one son, Mark (Robin) George, Hutchinson;
one daughter, Deana Morrison, Topeka; three sisters, Alma Frick, Larned,
Katherine George, Larned and Pauline Herrmann, Kinsley; seven grandchildren and
two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother,
Bernard J Debes.Funeral Service will be 10:00 am Saturday, April 3, 2021 at
Peace Lutheran Church, Albert, with Pastor Wayne Baldyga presiding. Visitation
will be 9:00 am to 8:00 pm Friday, April 2, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned.
Burial will be at the Peace Lutheran Cemetery, Albert. Memorials may be given to the Larned Garden Club or Larned
EMS in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO Box 477 Larned KS. 67550. Condolences may
be left for the family at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Rose Marie George

Dorothy Hildegard (Legleiter) (Petrik) 
McCollum, 91, formerly of Hays, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021, at
 the Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton, Kansas.

Dorothy was born in rural Liebenthal, 
Kansas on February 1, 1930, the first of fourteen children born to Anton
 and Genevieve (Schaffer) Legleiter. &nbsp;She spent her childhood on the 
family farm east of Liebenthal, Kansas. &nbsp;She married Wayne Petrik in 
Liebenthal, Kansas. &nbsp;They made their home in Rush County where they 
farmed and raised livestock. &nbsp;To this union, five children were born. 
&nbsp;They later divorced. Dorothy married William (Bill) McCollum in Miami, 
Oklahoma. &nbsp;They lived in Hays and Andover, Kansas during their early 
marriage, before returning to Hays. Bill preceded her in death in 1997. 
&nbsp;She remained in her home in Hays until her health required her to move 
in with her daughter, Shirley, in Valley Center, Kansas in 2015. In 
2018, she moved to assisted living in the Newton Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; 
Dorothy worked at Travenol in Hays and at Beach Aircraft in Wichita. 
&nbsp;After retirement, she took great pride in maintaining her home, yard 
and garden on Indian Trail in Hays. She enjoyed sitting on her deck and 
watching the purple martins. &nbsp;She also enjoyed dancing and attended many
 dances in Ellis and surrounding counties.

Survivors include five children: 
Shirley (Ray) Orr of Valley Center, Charles (Helen) Petrik of Manhattan,
 Randy Petrik of Colorado Springs, Julie Petrik of Wichita, and Robert 
Petrik of Wichita, 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, four 
brothers: Miles (Janie) Legleiter of Hays, Harry (Patty) Legleiter of 
Hays, Dennis (Carol) Legleiter of Gorham, Walter Legleiter of Hays, two 
sisters: Germaine Degenhardt of Hays, and Patty (Gary) Rohr of Hays, two
 sisters-in-law: Carol Legleiter of Hays and Leota Legleiter of Great 
Bend, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband, one sister: Virginia, and six brothers: Gerald, 
Tony, LeeRoy, Donald, Fritz, and Melvin.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Tuesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 pm on 
Tuesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested and payable to: 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Newton Presbyterian Manor,
 or to Good Shepherd Hospice, Newton, Kansas.&nbsp; Condolences and memories 
of Dorothy may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

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 </figure>Dorothy Hildegard (Legleiter) (Petrik) 
McCollum, 91, formerly of Hays, passed away Saturday, March 27, 2021, at
 the Newton Presbyterian Manor in Newton, Kansas.Dorothy was born in rural Liebenthal, 
Kansas on February 1, 1930, the first of fourteen children born to Anton
 and Genevieve (Schaffer) Legleiter. &nbsp;She spent her childhood on the 
family farm east of Liebenthal, Kansas. &nbsp;She married Wayne Petrik in 
Liebenthal, Kansas. &nbsp;They made their home in Rush County where they 
farmed and raised livestock. &nbsp;To this union, five children were born. 
&nbsp;They later divorced. Dorothy married William (Bill) McCollum in Miami, 
Oklahoma. &nbsp;They lived in Hays and Andover, Kansas during their early 
marriage, before returning to Hays. Bill preceded her in death in 1997. 
&nbsp;She remained in her home in Hays until her health required her to move 
in with her daughter, Shirley, in Valley Center, Kansas in 2015. In 
2018, she moved to assisted living in the Newton Presbyterian Manor.&nbsp; 
Dorothy worked at Travenol in Hays and at Beach Aircraft in Wichita. 
&nbsp;After retirement, she took great pride in maintaining her home, yard 
and garden on Indian Trail in Hays. She enjoyed sitting on her deck and 
watching the purple martins. &nbsp;She also enjoyed dancing and attended many
 dances in Ellis and surrounding counties.Survivors include five children: 
Shirley (Ray) Orr of Valley Center, Charles (Helen) Petrik of Manhattan,
 Randy Petrik of Colorado Springs, Julie Petrik of Wichita, and Robert 
Petrik of Wichita, 12 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, four 
brothers: Miles (Janie) Legleiter of Hays, Harry (Patty) Legleiter of 
Hays, Dennis (Carol) Legleiter of Gorham, Walter Legleiter of Hays, two 
sisters: Germaine Degenhardt of Hays, and Patty (Gary) Rohr of Hays, two
 sisters-in-law: Carol Legleiter of Hays and Leota Legleiter of Great 
Bend, and many nieces and nephews.She was preceded in death by her 
parents, her husband, one sister: Virginia, and six brothers: Gerald, 
Tony, LeeRoy, Donald, Fritz, and Melvin.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Immaculate Heart of Mary 
Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow 
in St. Joseph Cemetery.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 6:00 pm until 8:00 on 
Tuesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial 
Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 pm on 
Tuesday at the funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested and payable to: 
Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Newton Presbyterian Manor,
 or to Good Shepherd Hospice, Newton, Kansas.&nbsp; Condolences and memories 
of Dorothy may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Dorothy Hildegard (Legleiter) (Petrik) McCollum

Victor D. Johnson, age 81, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully 
on Friday, March 26 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Victor 
will be lying in state on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 10:00 am ~ 7:30 
pm, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary with a Rosary Recitation starting at 
5:00 pm. Family will be present from 5:00 pm ~ 7:30 pm. A Funeral Mass 
will be Wednesday March 31 at 10:00am at St. Lawrence Catholic Center. 
Please be aware that due to COVID-19 and safety precautions, we are 
asking people to respect and comply with social distancing and must wear
 a mask. A Rosary will take place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 1, at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, with a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. at 
Mount Calvary Cemetery in Atwood, Kansas. 
He was born on July 27, 1939 in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of Victor 
and Gladys Johnson. Vic had four older sisters. He graduated from Great 
Bend High School in 1957, and he graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a BS in Business Administration. Vic enjoyed 25 years of
 a career in banking, several years in Commercial Real Estate, and he 
retired in 2001. 
Vic married the love of his life, Patricia L. Stehno, on July 14, 1962. 
This union was blessed with two daughters, Miriam and Marty. Vic and Pat
 enjoyed 58 wonderful years of happiness together. They loved to travel.
 Their favorite vacations spots were Europe, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, 
Aruba, and many different areas of the United States. 
God and family were Vic’s top priorities. His faith and his family were
 the two most important things in his life. He loved hunting, dancing, 
singing, reading, playing card games, watching John Wayne movies, 
spending time with his grandchildren, and his favorite…telling stories! 
Vic was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Gladys Johnson; 
four sisters, Dorothy Pharris, Glennis Gilmore, Lois Lemke and Merlyn 
Sumpter. 
Vic is survived by his wife, Pat Johnson of Lawrence; two daughters, 
Miriam Hampton of Shawnee, Kansas and Denis Rockers of Overland Park, 
Kansas and Marty Simmons and husband Doug Simmons of Olathe, Kansas; 
five grandchildren, Mackenzie Peterson and husband Scott Peterson, Logan
 Hampton, Catherine Simmons, Anna Simmons, and Grace Simmons.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617032371482.png" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Victor D. Johnson, age 81, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully 
on Friday, March 26 at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas. Victor 
will be lying in state on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 from 10:00 am ~ 7:30 
pm, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary with a Rosary Recitation starting at 
5:00 pm. Family will be present from 5:00 pm ~ 7:30 pm. A Funeral Mass 
will be Wednesday March 31 at 10:00am at St. Lawrence Catholic Center. 
Please be aware that due to COVID-19 and safety precautions, we are 
asking people to respect and comply with social distancing and must wear
 a mask. A Rosary will take place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 1, at 
Baalmann Mortuary, Atwood, with a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. at 
Mount Calvary Cemetery in Atwood, Kansas. 
He was born on July 27, 1939 in Great Bend, Kansas, the son of Victor 
and Gladys Johnson. Vic had four older sisters. He graduated from Great 
Bend High School in 1957, and he graduated from Fort Hays State 
University with a BS in Business Administration. Vic enjoyed 25 years of
 a career in banking, several years in Commercial Real Estate, and he 
retired in 2001. 
Vic married the love of his life, Patricia L. Stehno, on July 14, 1962. 
This union was blessed with two daughters, Miriam and Marty. Vic and Pat
 enjoyed 58 wonderful years of happiness together. They loved to travel.
 Their favorite vacations spots were Europe, Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, 
Aruba, and many different areas of the United States. 
God and family were Vic’s top priorities. His faith and his family were
 the two most important things in his life. He loved hunting, dancing, 
singing, reading, playing card games, watching John Wayne movies, 
spending time with his grandchildren, and his favorite…telling stories! 
Vic was preceded in death by his parents, Victor and Gladys Johnson; 
four sisters, Dorothy Pharris, Glennis Gilmore, Lois Lemke and Merlyn 
Sumpter. 
Vic is survived by his wife, Pat Johnson of Lawrence; two daughters, 
Miriam Hampton of Shawnee, Kansas and Denis Rockers of Overland Park, 
Kansas and Marty Simmons and husband Doug Simmons of Olathe, Kansas; 
five grandchildren, Mackenzie Peterson and husband Scott Peterson, Logan
 Hampton, Catherine Simmons, Anna Simmons, and Grace Simmons.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;

Victor D. Johnson

Dateline: Great Bend,
Kansas

Elizabeth Beard Evans, 96, passed away March 27, 2021, at
River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born in Casper, Wyoming, on
September 27, 1924, to Robert Edmund and Mildred Florence (Rugen) Beard.

In 1938, she moved from Casper to what was then the
intercity between Kansas City and Independence, Missouri (now part of
Independence), and in 1942, graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas
City, Missouri. In 1946, she graduated from the University of Kansas with a
B.S. in chemistry and also did graduate work in bacteriology at KU. After
college, she had several jobs in the pharmaceutical and health fields. 

On June 3, 1950, Elizabeth married William Raymond Evans in
Independence, Missouri. They lived in Kansas City, Kansas, before moving with
their first two children, in 1953, to Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, where Bill
did his internship at Tripler Army Hospital. In 1954, the family moved to
Hoisington and, in 1958, to Bill’s hometown of Great Bend.

Traveling extensively on road trips with her family,
Elizabeth visited 49 states (all but Alaska) as well as eight Canadian
provinces. During childhood, she went with her parents and sister, Virginia,
numerous times by train and car to visit her parents’ families in Massachusetts
and Virginia and to various places in the West. When she was 14 years old,
Elizabeth climbed Gannett Peak, the highest point in Wyoming at 13,809 feet. As
a mom, she planned annual summer vacations for her family to visit relatives,
national parks, historical sites, amusement parks, and world’s fairs. One of
her favorite vacation spots was the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park,
Colorado, which she visited with family more than two dozen times, starting in
1963. She documented vacations, holidays, and extended family gatherings with
photos and movies that she faithfully organized and labeled.&nbsp;&nbsp; 

Elizabeth was a Girl Scout, a Girl Scout leader, and a Cub Scout den
mother; a member of the Barton County Medical Auxiliary/Alliance for which she
served many years as International Health Chairman; and a volunteer for Meals
on Wheels, Central Kansas Medical Center Auxiliary, and American Red Cross
bloodmobiles. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Great
Bend. 

Survivors include her children, Patricia Davis, Independence, Missouri;
William Evans, Jr. (Amy), Great Bend; Robert Evans (Clara), Newton; and
Catherine Evans, Lawrence.

She also is survived by eight grandchildren: Joel Morton (Julie),
Virginia Beach, Virginia; Jessie Caliman (Roger), Independence, Missouri; Cody
Davis (Cierra Floyd), Houston, Texas; Ryan Evans (Heidi), Chicago, Illinois;
Zane Evans (Christin), Manhattan; Tiffany Maelzer (Marc), Holyoke, Colorado;
Rebecca Hardtarfer (Scott), Goddard; and Sarah Hensiek (Matthew), Newton; and
twenty-two great-grandchildren: Baylee, Brailyn, James, and Wesley Morton,
Harvey Simmons, Hadley Caliman, Ariella Floyd, Roman Marshall, Eva Davis, Kaia
and Sienna Vazquez, Skylar Evans, Chloe, Cassidy, and Cadence Evans, Kenzie and
Emily Maelzer, Tyler and Aubrey Hardtarfer, and Logan, Callie, and Olivia
Hensiek. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. William R. Evans, Aug. 5, 1999;
sister, Virginia Marro; and son-in-law, Bill Davis.

Visitation will be held from
1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with
family to receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will
be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Great Bend Cemetery, with
Reverend Morita Truman presiding. Memorials
are suggested to the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend or the Barton
County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617027983132.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend,
KansasElizabeth Beard Evans, 96, passed away March 27, 2021, at
River Bend Assisted Living in Great Bend. She was born in Casper, Wyoming, on
September 27, 1924, to Robert Edmund and Mildred Florence (Rugen) Beard. In 1938, she moved from Casper to what was then the
intercity between Kansas City and Independence, Missouri (now part of
Independence), and in 1942, graduated from Northeast High School in Kansas
City, Missouri. In 1946, she graduated from the University of Kansas with a
B.S. in chemistry and also did graduate work in bacteriology at KU. After
college, she had several jobs in the pharmaceutical and health fields. On June 3, 1950, Elizabeth married William Raymond Evans in
Independence, Missouri. They lived in Kansas City, Kansas, before moving with
their first two children, in 1953, to Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, where Bill
did his internship at Tripler Army Hospital. In 1954, the family moved to
Hoisington and, in 1958, to Bill’s hometown of Great Bend.Traveling extensively on road trips with her family,
Elizabeth visited 49 states (all but Alaska) as well as eight Canadian
provinces. During childhood, she went with her parents and sister, Virginia,
numerous times by train and car to visit her parents’ families in Massachusetts
and Virginia and to various places in the West. When she was 14 years old,
Elizabeth climbed Gannett Peak, the highest point in Wyoming at 13,809 feet. As
a mom, she planned annual summer vacations for her family to visit relatives,
national parks, historical sites, amusement parks, and world’s fairs. One of
her favorite vacation spots was the YMCA of the Rockies in Estes Park,
Colorado, which she visited with family more than two dozen times, starting in
1963. She documented vacations, holidays, and extended family gatherings with
photos and movies that she faithfully organized and labeled.&nbsp;&nbsp; Elizabeth was a Girl Scout, a Girl Scout leader, and a Cub Scout den
mother; a member of the Barton County Medical Auxiliary/Alliance for which she
served many years as International Health Chairman; and a volunteer for Meals
on Wheels, Central Kansas Medical Center Auxiliary, and American Red Cross
bloodmobiles. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Great
Bend. Survivors include her children, Patricia Davis, Independence, Missouri;
William Evans, Jr. (Amy), Great Bend; Robert Evans (Clara), Newton; and
Catherine Evans, Lawrence.She also is survived by eight grandchildren: Joel Morton (Julie),
Virginia Beach, Virginia; Jessie Caliman (Roger), Independence, Missouri; Cody
Davis (Cierra Floyd), Houston, Texas; Ryan Evans (Heidi), Chicago, Illinois;
Zane Evans (Christin), Manhattan; Tiffany Maelzer (Marc), Holyoke, Colorado;
Rebecca Hardtarfer (Scott), Goddard; and Sarah Hensiek (Matthew), Newton; and
twenty-two great-grandchildren: Baylee, Brailyn, James, and Wesley Morton,
Harvey Simmons, Hadley Caliman, Ariella Floyd, Roman Marshall, Eva Davis, Kaia
and Sienna Vazquez, Skylar Evans, Chloe, Cassidy, and Cadence Evans, Kenzie and
Emily Maelzer, Tyler and Aubrey Hardtarfer, and Logan, Callie, and Olivia
Hensiek. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. William R. Evans, Aug. 5, 1999;
sister, Virginia Marro; and son-in-law, Bill Davis.Visitation will be held from
1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, March 30, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with
family to receive friends from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Graveside services will
be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021, at Great Bend Cemetery, with
Reverend Morita Truman presiding. Memorials
are suggested to the First United Methodist Church in Great Bend or the Barton
County Historical Society, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Elizabeth Beard Evans

Douglas
Bruce Walter, 66, passed away March 26, 2021, at his home in Great Bend. He was
born March 5, 1955, in Great Bend, KS to Bruce &amp; Florence (Corrigan)
Walter. He graduated from Kingman High School and was employed at Larned State
Hospital. He enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling.

He
married Robin Matthews and they were blessed with one daughter, Pamela Jean.
After Robin’s untimely death in January 1980, he married Cheri Rae (Greenleaf)
Degenhardt, June 25, 1982, and gained two daughters, Tamra Michelle and Melissa
Dawn. 

Survivors
include, three daughters, Pamela Cooper and husband Pat, Tami Johns, and
Melissa Crawford and husband James; five grandchildren, William Dixon, Seth
Choyce, Kamryn Johns, Khloe Johns and Gavin Crawford; two brothers, David
Walter and his wife Catherine and Jeff Walter; two sisters, Robin Pinkerton and
her husband Jerry, and Sharon Locke; and many nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by his first wife, Robin Matthews Walter; his current wife,
Cheri Walter; a brother, Michael Walter and infant brothers, Danny Walter and
Bruce Walter; a sister, Connie Chandler; and his parents. 

Cremation
was requested and a Memorial service will be held at Noon, Saturday, April 17,
2021, at Doug and Cheri’s home, 3315 18th St., Great Bend. In lieu
of flowers, memorials have been designated to Lake Wilson Area Association (LWAA)
to help repair the fish cleaning station, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, or AA
members may donate at <a href="http://Contribution.aa.org">http://Contribution.aa.org</a>.

Doug
will always be remembered for his generosity and love of life. His positive
attitude influenced many and the ones he leaves behind will miss him more than
words can say. You were loved by many, Doug. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617027860235.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDouglas
Bruce Walter, 66, passed away March 26, 2021, at his home in Great Bend. He was
born March 5, 1955, in Great Bend, KS to Bruce &amp; Florence (Corrigan)
Walter. He graduated from Kingman High School and was employed at Larned State
Hospital. He enjoyed fishing, camping and traveling. He
married Robin Matthews and they were blessed with one daughter, Pamela Jean.
After Robin’s untimely death in January 1980, he married Cheri Rae (Greenleaf)
Degenhardt, June 25, 1982, and gained two daughters, Tamra Michelle and Melissa
Dawn. Survivors
include, three daughters, Pamela Cooper and husband Pat, Tami Johns, and
Melissa Crawford and husband James; five grandchildren, William Dixon, Seth
Choyce, Kamryn Johns, Khloe Johns and Gavin Crawford; two brothers, David
Walter and his wife Catherine and Jeff Walter; two sisters, Robin Pinkerton and
her husband Jerry, and Sharon Locke; and many nieces and nephews. He was
preceded in death by his first wife, Robin Matthews Walter; his current wife,
Cheri Walter; a brother, Michael Walter and infant brothers, Danny Walter and
Bruce Walter; a sister, Connie Chandler; and his parents. Cremation
was requested and a Memorial service will be held at Noon, Saturday, April 17,
2021, at Doug and Cheri’s home, 3315 18th St., Great Bend. In lieu
of flowers, memorials have been designated to Lake Wilson Area Association (LWAA)
to help repair the fish cleaning station, in care of Bryant Funeral Home, or AA
members may donate at <a href="http://Contribution.aa.org">http://Contribution.aa.org</a>. Doug
will always be remembered for his generosity and love of life. His positive
attitude influenced many and the ones he leaves behind will miss him more than
words can say. You were loved by many, Doug. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Douglas Bruce Walter

Darlene
Adaline Boley, 87, died March 25, 2021, at Great Bend. She was born July 17,
1933, at Wichita, the daughter of Gerhardt and Margaret (Kraus) Orth. She
married Joseph Ray Boley Dec. 26, 1955, in Wichita. A Great Bend resident since
1958, coming from Dorrance, Mrs. Boley was a music teacher for more than sixty
years, teaching elementary music at Wilson and private piano and organ lessons
in her home. She was also a legal secretary for Turner and Boisseau, Chtd.

Mrs.
Boley was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic
Church, where she served as church organist; Daughters of Isabella, the Altar
Society, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Music Teachers National
Association, Central Kansas Piano Teachers, Golden Belt Community Concert
Association, Parnassus Club, Etudian Club, Progress Club, Pilot Club,
Cosmopolitan Club, Barton County Association of Retired School Personnel, Great
Bend Garden Club, Phi Kappa Delta, American Legion Post 180 Auxiliary, Great
Bend Kiwanis Club, Tangled Threads Sewing Club, and Thread Benders.

Survivors
include her husband, Joe, of the home; three daughters, Maggie McKain of
Osborne; Mary McMahan and husband Bryan of Granbury, Texas; and JoAnn Ishmael
and husband Dugan of Lee's Summit, Mo.; eight grandchildren, 11
great-grandchildren and one due in October. She was preceded in death by one
brother, Bill Orth and one son-in-law, C.J. McKain.

Mass
of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Monday, March 29, 2021, at St. Patrick
Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore celebrating. Altar Society Rosary will
be at 4 p.m. and Vigil Service with Daughters of Isabella Rosary will be at 7
p.m., Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home. Friends may call from 1 to
9 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Great Bend
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to
Prince of Peace Parish, in care of the Bryant Funeral Home.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617027815626.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasDarlene
Adaline Boley, 87, died March 25, 2021, at Great Bend. She was born July 17,
1933, at Wichita, the daughter of Gerhardt and Margaret (Kraus) Orth. She
married Joseph Ray Boley Dec. 26, 1955, in Wichita. A Great Bend resident since
1958, coming from Dorrance, Mrs. Boley was a music teacher for more than sixty
years, teaching elementary music at Wilson and private piano and organ lessons
in her home. She was also a legal secretary for Turner and Boisseau, Chtd.Mrs.
Boley was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic
Church, where she served as church organist; Daughters of Isabella, the Altar
Society, Kansas Music Teachers Association, Music Teachers National
Association, Central Kansas Piano Teachers, Golden Belt Community Concert
Association, Parnassus Club, Etudian Club, Progress Club, Pilot Club,
Cosmopolitan Club, Barton County Association of Retired School Personnel, Great
Bend Garden Club, Phi Kappa Delta, American Legion Post 180 Auxiliary, Great
Bend Kiwanis Club, Tangled Threads Sewing Club, and Thread Benders.Survivors
include her husband, Joe, of the home; three daughters, Maggie McKain of
Osborne; Mary McMahan and husband Bryan of Granbury, Texas; and JoAnn Ishmael
and husband Dugan of Lee's Summit, Mo.; eight grandchildren, 11
great-grandchildren and one due in October. She was preceded in death by one
brother, Bill Orth and one son-in-law, C.J. McKain.Mass
of Christian Burial will be at 10 a.m., Monday, March 29, 2021, at St. Patrick
Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore celebrating. Altar Society Rosary will
be at 4 p.m. and Vigil Service with Daughters of Isabella Rosary will be at 7
p.m., Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home. Friends may call from 1 to
9 p.m., Sunday at the funeral home. Interment will be in the Great Bend
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to
Prince of Peace Parish, in care of the Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Darlene Adaline Boley

Bill F.
Powers, 85, passed away March 13, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical
Center, Kansas City, Kan. He was born February 12, 1936, at Shenandoah, Iowa,
to Ralph &amp; Roberta (Cutts) Powers. He married Violet Johnson March 2, 1956,
at Shenandoah, Iowa. She died November 6, 2004.

A Great
Bend resident, Bill was the co-owner and manager of Brown's Shoe Fit in Great
Bend, retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce
and St. Mark Lutheran Church. Bill enjoyed square dancing, hunting and watching
western movies. He especially loved being with his family and grandchildren. 

Survivors
include, three children, Jean Goetz and husband Steve of Great Bend, Mark
Powers and wife Cheryl of Wichita, and Carol Sattarin and husband Hameed of
Shawnee; three grandchildren, Tamra Harvell, Cynthia Frohling and husband Phil,
and Brandon Sattarin; and five great grandchildren, Promise, Chloe, Ailey,
Logan, and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Violet
Powers; three brothers, Ralph Powers, Jr., Richard Powers, and Jackie Powers;
and a great granddaughter, Emma Violet. 

There will
be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at
1 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Jon Brudvig
presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been
designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. 

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/3/1617027760283.jpeg" alt=" " />
 <figcaption> </figcaption>
 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasBill F.
Powers, 85, passed away March 13, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical
Center, Kansas City, Kan. He was born February 12, 1936, at Shenandoah, Iowa,
to Ralph &amp; Roberta (Cutts) Powers. He married Violet Johnson March 2, 1956,
at Shenandoah, Iowa. She died November 6, 2004. A Great
Bend resident, Bill was the co-owner and manager of Brown's Shoe Fit in Great
Bend, retiring in 1997. He was a member of the Great Bend Chamber of Commerce
and St. Mark Lutheran Church. Bill enjoyed square dancing, hunting and watching
western movies. He especially loved being with his family and grandchildren. Survivors
include, three children, Jean Goetz and husband Steve of Great Bend, Mark
Powers and wife Cheryl of Wichita, and Carol Sattarin and husband Hameed of
Shawnee; three grandchildren, Tamra Harvell, Cynthia Frohling and husband Phil,
and Brandon Sattarin; and five great grandchildren, Promise, Chloe, Ailey,
Logan, and Olivia. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Violet
Powers; three brothers, Ralph Powers, Jr., Richard Powers, and Jackie Powers;
and a great granddaughter, Emma Violet. There will
be no visitation as cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be held at
1 p.m., Tuesday, April 6, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Jon Brudvig
presiding. Inurnment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been
designated to the Great Bend Senior Center, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Mary J.
Beck, 74, passed away March 24, 2021, at Medicalodges of Kinsley. She was born
June 23, 1946, at Topeka, to Leonard C. &amp; Helen M. (Melchior) Stadler. She
married Wesley Dean
Beck September 19, 2002 at Kansas City, Kan. He died March 7, 2008.

A resident
of Kansas City for most of her life, Mary was a coordinator for the Sante Fe
and Union Pacific Railroad. She was attended Larned Independent Baptist Church.
She trusted Jesus Christ her Savior in November 2017. 

Survivors
include, a brother, John Stadler of Lagrange, GA; two sisters, Geri Nething and
husband Larry of Larned, and Maureen Stadler of Topeka; a grandson, Talon Troy
Mulder; and son in law, C.J. Mulder. She was preceded in death by her parents;
her husband, Wesley Dean Beck; a daughter, Cynthia Lynn Mulder; a brother and
sister in law, Rick and Edi Stadler; and a sister, Bernie Kruger

Graveside
Services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 26, 2021, at Larned Cemetery, with Pastor Randy Kuhn
presiding. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care
of Bryant Funeral Home. 

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 </figure>Dateline: Larned, KansasMary J.
Beck, 74, passed away March 24, 2021, at Medicalodges of Kinsley. She was born
June 23, 1946, at Topeka, to Leonard C. &amp; Helen M. (Melchior) Stadler. She
married Wesley Dean
Beck September 19, 2002 at Kansas City, Kan. He died March 7, 2008.A resident
of Kansas City for most of her life, Mary was a coordinator for the Sante Fe
and Union Pacific Railroad. She was attended Larned Independent Baptist Church.
She trusted Jesus Christ her Savior in November 2017. Survivors
include, a brother, John Stadler of Lagrange, GA; two sisters, Geri Nething and
husband Larry of Larned, and Maureen Stadler of Topeka; a grandson, Talon Troy
Mulder; and son in law, C.J. Mulder. She was preceded in death by her parents;
her husband, Wesley Dean Beck; a daughter, Cynthia Lynn Mulder; a brother and
sister in law, Rick and Edi Stadler; and a sister, Bernie KrugerGraveside
Services will be held at 2:30 p.m., Friday, March 26, 2021, at Larned Cemetery, with Pastor Randy Kuhn
presiding. Memorials have been designated to Alzheimer’s Association, in care
of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Mary J. Beck

Dateline:&nbsp;Great Bend, Kansas

Harold E. Rees, 79, died on March 19, 2021, at Great Bend Health &amp; Rehab. He was born December 8, 1941, at Goodland, the son of Charles Rees, Jr. and Arlene (Kelley) Rees.&nbsp;

He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. First and foremost, Harold was a teacher whose philosophy was “To love his students like they were his own, bear with the mistakes and encourage them to do better.” Harold was a graduate of Bethany College and Indiana University where he achieved the Master of Arts in Education. Harold started his teaching career in Portis, Kansas, in 1963, eventually locating to Great Bend High School in 1970, where he would say “I teach not just mathematics skills, I teach kids. I don’t teach mathematics,” until his retirement in 2003.

Harold is survived by his sister, Mary Jo Rees, Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Charles T. Rees.&nbsp;

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Pastor Chris Lehew presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67530

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 </figure>Dateline:&nbsp;Great Bend, KansasHarold E. Rees, 79, died on March 19, 2021, at Great Bend Health &amp; Rehab. He was born December 8, 1941, at Goodland, the son of Charles Rees, Jr. and Arlene (Kelley) Rees.&nbsp;He was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church. First and foremost, Harold was a teacher whose philosophy was “To love his students like they were his own, bear with the mistakes and encourage them to do better.” Harold was a graduate of Bethany College and Indiana University where he achieved the Master of Arts in Education. Harold started his teaching career in Portis, Kansas, in 1963, eventually locating to Great Bend High School in 1970, where he would say “I teach not just mathematics skills, I teach kids. I don’t teach mathematics,” until his retirement in 2003.Harold is survived by his sister, Mary Jo Rees, Minneapolis, Minnesota. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Charles T. Rees.&nbsp;A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m., Thursday, March 25, 2021, at Trinity United Methodist Church, with Pastor Chris Lehew presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to Trinity United Methodist Church, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp;Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67530

Harold E. Rees

GREAT BEND, KS — Michael “Mike” Francis Murphy, 91, passed away March 17, 2021 on St. Patrick’s Day.&nbsp; The world, along with the Murphy family, lost a charming old devil with an ornery angel on each shoulder.&nbsp; A lifelong resident of the Great Bend area, he was one of the most magnificent and endangered species known to the modern world, a Central Kansas farmer&nbsp;– Renaissance man in overalls, poet farmer in cowboy boots, part-time auctioneer, full-time weatherman, benevolent landlord and handyman, world class polka dancer, and extemporaneous country and western singer.&nbsp;

Michael Francis Murphy arrived, kicking and dancing into the world, on October 7, 1929.&nbsp; Born just two weeks before the Great Depression, he was the second of eight children born to J.W. &amp; Alma (Riney) Murphy.&nbsp; After graduating from Great Bend High School in 1947, he attended Kansas State University and remained a proud Wildcat until his final breath.&nbsp; In his final year of college, he was a member of the university’s 1950 Livestock Judging team, which was the first to win a National Championship at K-State.&nbsp; Even at age ninety, he had no problem identifying a horse’s ass and offering an expert assessment on the subject.&nbsp; He graduated with a degree in Agriculture Education in the Spring of 1951. &nbsp;

The morning of his college graduation, on the front steps of St. Rose of Lima church in Great Bend, he met a girl named Rose Koester.&nbsp; Two years later, in a white sport coat with a carnation on the lapel, he married that same girl at that same church.&nbsp; The date was July 27, 1953.&nbsp; About nine months later, the first (and by far the chubbiest) of their five children arrived. About fifteen years later, the last (and most unexpected) of their five children arrived. &nbsp;

There was a magic to his personality.&nbsp; The kind that could make the words “you big dummy” feel like the ultimate term of endearment.&nbsp; The kind that could convince an entire generation of grandchildren (and half a generation of great-grandchildren) to sit through old reruns of the Lawrence Welk show — and enjoy it.&nbsp; He had iron in his handshake and splinters in his fingers.&nbsp; He kept candy in one pocket and a pouch of chewing tobacco in the other. There was a twinkle in his eye reserved for ornery children, old dogs, and stories that made his wife blush.&nbsp; He never met a park bench or a stranger he didn’t like.&nbsp; If you gave him a few minutes and a couple answers, he would pinpoint someone from Great Bend that you both knew – unless his wife Rose beat him to it.&nbsp; When he slapped his knee after a joke – his or yours – you knew it was funny. &nbsp;

He could fix anything, other than a remote control manufactured after 1985.&nbsp; He knew that every tool works better if you occasionally curse at it.&nbsp; He was country when country wasn’t cool, Irish Catholic when it wasn’t yet welcome, and always damned proud of both.&nbsp; He got his hands dirty when someone needed his help and cleaned up nice when someone told him to wear a tuxedo.&nbsp; He made his share of mistakes.&nbsp; He avoided more than his share of excuses.&nbsp; He was an example of perseverance and redemption for anyone willing to pay attention.&nbsp; And he was both a joy and a blessing to all those who truly knew him. &nbsp;

Among other accomplishments, Mike was a longtime member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, a 4-H leader for nearly three decades, a former member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic School Board, a Director of the Golden Belt Community Concert Association, and a longtime employee of the Barton County Appraiser’s Office. &nbsp;

He is survived by his wife, Rose Murphy of Great Bend (KS); daughter Sherrie Gross of Topeka (KS) and her three children Geoff Gross (Vanessa), Garrett Gross, and Becca Leal (Christian); son James Murphy (Loretta) of Great Bend (KS) and their two children Madison Murphy and Dalton Murphy; son Marty Murphy (Kathy) of Denver (CO) and their two children Paige Pakkebier and Caden Murphy; son Kevin Murphy of Great Bend (KS) and his three children Anna Harris (Dane), Andrew Murphy (Brooke), and Adam Murphy; daughter Laura Van Etten (John) of Denver (CO) and son Davis Van Etten; brother Joe Murphy (Roma Lee) of Great Bend (KS); sister Janice Sis (Ray) of Bryan (TX); sister Joyce Tooley (George) of Wamego (KS); and sister Rita Buchanan (Joe) of Council Grove (KS).&nbsp; He is also survived by ten great grandchildren (and counting), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and a lifetime of friends. &nbsp;

He was preceded in death by his parents, James William and Alma; brother Richard (“Dick”) Murphy; sister, Barbara Bernard; niece and goddaughter Kathryn (Buchanan) Gant.&nbsp;

Visitation will be held from 11:00am to 4:00pm, Monday, March 22, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive visitors from 5:00pm-7:00pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church for vigil service with Knights of Columbus Rosary beginning at 7:00pm.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to Holy Family Endowment or the Golden Belt Community Concert Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline:&nbsp;Great Bend, KansasGREAT BEND, KS — Michael “Mike” Francis Murphy, 91, passed away March 17, 2021 on St. Patrick’s Day.&nbsp; The world, along with the Murphy family, lost a charming old devil with an ornery angel on each shoulder.&nbsp; A lifelong resident of the Great Bend area, he was one of the most magnificent and endangered species known to the modern world, a Central Kansas farmer&nbsp;– Renaissance man in overalls, poet farmer in cowboy boots, part-time auctioneer, full-time weatherman, benevolent landlord and handyman, world class polka dancer, and extemporaneous country and western singer.&nbsp;Michael Francis Murphy arrived, kicking and dancing into the world, on October 7, 1929.&nbsp; Born just two weeks before the Great Depression, he was the second of eight children born to J.W. &amp; Alma (Riney) Murphy.&nbsp; After graduating from Great Bend High School in 1947, he attended Kansas State University and remained a proud Wildcat until his final breath.&nbsp; In his final year of college, he was a member of the university’s 1950 Livestock Judging team, which was the first to win a National Championship at K-State.&nbsp; Even at age ninety, he had no problem identifying a horse’s ass and offering an expert assessment on the subject.&nbsp; He graduated with a degree in Agriculture Education in the Spring of 1951. &nbsp;The morning of his college graduation, on the front steps of St. Rose of Lima church in Great Bend, he met a girl named Rose Koester.&nbsp; Two years later, in a white sport coat with a carnation on the lapel, he married that same girl at that same church.&nbsp; The date was July 27, 1953.&nbsp; About nine months later, the first (and by far the chubbiest) of their five children arrived. About fifteen years later, the last (and most unexpected) of their five children arrived. &nbsp;There was a magic to his personality.&nbsp; The kind that could make the words “you big dummy” feel like the ultimate term of endearment.&nbsp; The kind that could convince an entire generation of grandchildren (and half a generation of great-grandchildren) to sit through old reruns of the Lawrence Welk show — and enjoy it.&nbsp; He had iron in his handshake and splinters in his fingers.&nbsp; He kept candy in one pocket and a pouch of chewing tobacco in the other. There was a twinkle in his eye reserved for ornery children, old dogs, and stories that made his wife blush.&nbsp; He never met a park bench or a stranger he didn’t like.&nbsp; If you gave him a few minutes and a couple answers, he would pinpoint someone from Great Bend that you both knew – unless his wife Rose beat him to it.&nbsp; When he slapped his knee after a joke – his or yours – you knew it was funny. &nbsp;He could fix anything, other than a remote control manufactured after 1985.&nbsp; He knew that every tool works better if you occasionally curse at it.&nbsp; He was country when country wasn’t cool, Irish Catholic when it wasn’t yet welcome, and always damned proud of both.&nbsp; He got his hands dirty when someone needed his help and cleaned up nice when someone told him to wear a tuxedo.&nbsp; He made his share of mistakes.&nbsp; He avoided more than his share of excuses.&nbsp; He was an example of perseverance and redemption for anyone willing to pay attention.&nbsp; And he was both a joy and a blessing to all those who truly knew him. &nbsp;Among other accomplishments, Mike was a longtime member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, a 3rd Degree Knight of Columbus, a 4-H leader for nearly three decades, a former member of the St. Patrick’s Catholic School Board, a Director of the Golden Belt Community Concert Association, and a longtime employee of the Barton County Appraiser’s Office. &nbsp;He is survived by his wife, Rose Murphy of Great Bend (KS); daughter Sherrie Gross of Topeka (KS) and her three children Geoff Gross (Vanessa), Garrett Gross, and Becca Leal (Christian); son James Murphy (Loretta) of Great Bend (KS) and their two children Madison Murphy and Dalton Murphy; son Marty Murphy (Kathy) of Denver (CO) and their two children Paige Pakkebier and Caden Murphy; son Kevin Murphy of Great Bend (KS) and his three children Anna Harris (Dane), Andrew Murphy (Brooke), and Adam Murphy; daughter Laura Van Etten (John) of Denver (CO) and son Davis Van Etten; brother Joe Murphy (Roma Lee) of Great Bend (KS); sister Janice Sis (Ray) of Bryan (TX); sister Joyce Tooley (George) of Wamego (KS); and sister Rita Buchanan (Joe) of Council Grove (KS).&nbsp; He is also survived by ten great grandchildren (and counting), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and a lifetime of friends. &nbsp;He was preceded in death by his parents, James William and Alma; brother Richard (“Dick”) Murphy; sister, Barbara Bernard; niece and goddaughter Kathryn (Buchanan) Gant.&nbsp;Visitation will be held from 11:00am to 4:00pm, Monday, March 22, 2021 at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; The family will receive visitors from 5:00pm-7:00pm at St. Patrick Catholic Church for vigil service with Knights of Columbus Rosary beginning at 7:00pm.&nbsp; Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 23, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Interment will be in Great Bend Cemetery.&nbsp; In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any donations be made to Holy Family Endowment or the Golden Belt Community Concert Association, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67530

Michael “Mike” Francis Murphy

Donald Dean Dolezal, Sr., 90, passed away March 18, 2021, in Great Bend.&nbsp; He was born Sept. 24, 1930, in Gorham, Kan., to John Dolezal, Sr. and Agnes Sabina Breer.&nbsp; Donald married Fern Maria Klotz October 28, 1951, in LaCrosse.&nbsp; Fern passed away March 8, 2021.&nbsp;

Don moved from Gorham to Ellinwood in 1947, graduating from Ellinwood High School in 1949.&nbsp; Serving during the Korean War, he was inducted into the U.S. Army Oct. 30, 1951, and was discharged July 29, 1953, with the rank of Corporal.&nbsp; Following his service, Donald moved to Great Bend, and was employed in the oilfield industry as a roustabout for FH &amp; B, partner in D &amp; M Roustabout Service and roustabout foreman for Clinton Oil, Energy Reserves Group and BHP, retiring in 1989.&nbsp; Donald was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, V.F.W. Post 3111, Lake Barton Golf Club and enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, golfing (shooting three hole in ones!), gardening and cheering on his favorite sports teams.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren's activities and spending time with his family.&nbsp;

Survivors include two sons, Donald Dolezal, Jr. of Great Bend and Ray Dolezal of Hoisington; three daughters, Ida Woydziak and husband David of Hoisington, Donna Manwarren and husband Tom of Greenwood, Mo., and Jean Jones and husband Michael of Hoisington; one sister, Shirley Gerhart of Stratford, Okla.; twelve grandchildren, Aaron Dolezal, Brian Dolezal and wife Andrea, Michelle Jenkins and husband Chad, Matthew Dolezal, Nathan Woydziak and wife Melissa, Shawn Woydziak and wife Brittany, Crystal Schroeder and husband Brian, Cortney Boor and husband Glenn, Tyler Manwarren and wife Chelsea, Derek Ludwig, Ethan Ludwig, and Sienna Ludwig; and twenty-three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John Dolezal, Jr. and Wayne Dolezal; and sisters, Lenora Staab, Irene Chisholm and Marjorie Leath.

Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday March 23, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Barbara Jones presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at 3:15 p.m. in Prairie Lawn Cemetery, Gorham, with military rites conducted by Ft. Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday March 22, with family receiving friends 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. all at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to American Cancer Society or Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.

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 </figure>Dateline:&nbsp;Great Bend, KansasDonald Dean Dolezal, Sr., 90, passed away March 18, 2021, in Great Bend.&nbsp; He was born Sept. 24, 1930, in Gorham, Kan., to John Dolezal, Sr. and Agnes Sabina Breer.&nbsp; Donald married Fern Maria Klotz October 28, 1951, in LaCrosse.&nbsp; Fern passed away March 8, 2021.&nbsp;Don moved from Gorham to Ellinwood in 1947, graduating from Ellinwood High School in 1949.&nbsp; Serving during the Korean War, he was inducted into the U.S. Army Oct. 30, 1951, and was discharged July 29, 1953, with the rank of Corporal.&nbsp; Following his service, Donald moved to Great Bend, and was employed in the oilfield industry as a roustabout for FH &amp; B, partner in D &amp; M Roustabout Service and roustabout foreman for Clinton Oil, Energy Reserves Group and BHP, retiring in 1989.&nbsp; Donald was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, V.F.W. Post 3111, Lake Barton Golf Club and enjoyed fishing, hunting, bowling, golfing (shooting three hole in ones!), gardening and cheering on his favorite sports teams.&nbsp; He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren's activities and spending time with his family.&nbsp;Survivors include two sons, Donald Dolezal, Jr. of Great Bend and Ray Dolezal of Hoisington; three daughters, Ida Woydziak and husband David of Hoisington, Donna Manwarren and husband Tom of Greenwood, Mo., and Jean Jones and husband Michael of Hoisington; one sister, Shirley Gerhart of Stratford, Okla.; twelve grandchildren, Aaron Dolezal, Brian Dolezal and wife Andrea, Michelle Jenkins and husband Chad, Matthew Dolezal, Nathan Woydziak and wife Melissa, Shawn Woydziak and wife Brittany, Crystal Schroeder and husband Brian, Cortney Boor and husband Glenn, Tyler Manwarren and wife Chelsea, Derek Ludwig, Ethan Ludwig, and Sienna Ludwig; and twenty-three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, John Dolezal, Jr. and Wayne Dolezal; and sisters, Lenora Staab, Irene Chisholm and Marjorie Leath.Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Tuesday March 23, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Pastor Barbara Jones presiding.&nbsp; Interment will follow at 3:15 p.m. in Prairie Lawn Cemetery, Gorham, with military rites conducted by Ft. Riley Honor Guard.&nbsp; Visitation will be 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday March 22, with family receiving friends 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. all at Bryant Funeral Home.&nbsp; Memorials may be given to American Cancer Society or Kans for Kids, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Arrangements by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;67530

Donald Dean Dolezal

Name of Deceased:&nbsp;Harold E. Rees&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Age: 79

Date of Death:&nbsp;March 19, 2021

Place of Death:&nbsp;Great Bend Health &amp; Rehabilitation Center, Great Bend, Kansas

Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

PENDING FUNERAL NOTICEDateline:&nbsp;Great Bend, KansasName of Deceased:&nbsp;Harold E. Rees&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Age: 79Date of Death:&nbsp;March 19, 2021Place of Death:&nbsp;Great Bend Health &amp; Rehabilitation Center, Great Bend, KansasServices are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425 Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

Name of Deceased: Michael F. “Mike” Murphy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Age: 91

Place of Death: Country Place Senior Living, Ellinwood, Kansas

Services are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425
Patton Road, Great Bend, Kansas.

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Name of Deceased: Michael F. “Mike” Murphy&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Age: 91Date of Death: March 17, 2021Place of Death: Country Place Senior Living, Ellinwood, KansasServices are pending with Bryant Funeral Home, 1425
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Michael F. “Mike” Murphy

Belpre&nbsp; -
Mercedes Ramon Saenz, 72, passed away March 17, 2021 at Edwards County
Hospital, Kinsley, Kansas.

He was born August 31, 1948 in San Luis, Mexico; the
son of Francisco and Balderas Fausta Saenz.&nbsp;
A resident of the area for 1 year, moving here from Mexico; he was a
truck driver.

He was of the Catholic faith and he enjoyed hunting.

He married IPolita Ramirez in Mexico.&nbsp; She has passed away.

Survivors include; six sons, Luis (Perla) Saenz,
Guadalupe (Viridiana) Saenz, Manuel Saenz, Mercedes Saenz, Rolando (Fuen Santa)
Saenz, all of Texas, Juan Antonio (Maria) Saenz, Belpre; two daughters, Maria
Esmeralda (Juan) Tapia, Belpre and Marisol Saenz, Texas; twenty four
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by; his wife, IPolita; a son,
Juan Rene Saenz and five sisters.

Funeral will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday March 23, 2021 at
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Ramon Tapia presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Monday
at the mortuary.&nbsp; Burial will be in the
Belpre cemetery, Belpre, Kansas.

Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuay.com">www.beckwithmortuay.com</a>&nbsp; Services provided by Beckwith Mortuary, P.O.
Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Mercedes Ramon Saenz, de 72 años, falleció el 17 de marzo de
2021 en el Hospital del Condado de Edwards, Kinsley, Kansas.

Nació el 31 de agosto de 1948 en San Luis, México; hijo de
Francisco y Balderas Fausta Saenz. Residente de la zona desde hace 1 año,
trasladado aquí desde México; era conductor de camión.

Se casó con IPolita Ramirez en México. Ella ha fallecido.

Los sobrevivientes incluyen; seis hijos, Luis (Perla) Sáenz,
Guadalupe (Viridiana) Sáenz, Manuel Sáenz, Mercedes Sáenz, Rolando (Fuen Santa)
Sáenz, todos de Texas, Juan Antonio (María) Sáenz, Belpre; dos hijas, Maria
Esmeralda (Juan) Tapia, Belpre y Marisol Saenz, Texas; veinticuatro nietos y
seis bisnietos.

Fue precedido en la muerte por; su esposa, IPolita; un hijo,
Juan Rene Saenz y cinco hermanas.

El funeral será a la 1:00 p.m. Martes 23 de marzo de 2021 en
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, presidido por Ramon Tapia. El velorio será de
9:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m. Lunes en la morgue. El entierro será en el cementerio de
Belpre, Belpre, Kansas.

Las condolencias personales se pueden dejar en
www.beckwithmortuay.com. Servicios proporcionados por Beckwith Mortuary, P.O.
Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Belpre&nbsp; -
Mercedes Ramon Saenz, 72, passed away March 17, 2021 at Edwards County
Hospital, Kinsley, Kansas.He was born August 31, 1948 in San Luis, Mexico; the
son of Francisco and Balderas Fausta Saenz.&nbsp;
A resident of the area for 1 year, moving here from Mexico; he was a
truck driver.He was of the Catholic faith and he enjoyed hunting.He married IPolita Ramirez in Mexico.&nbsp; She has passed away.Survivors include; six sons, Luis (Perla) Saenz,
Guadalupe (Viridiana) Saenz, Manuel Saenz, Mercedes Saenz, Rolando (Fuen Santa)
Saenz, all of Texas, Juan Antonio (Maria) Saenz, Belpre; two daughters, Maria
Esmeralda (Juan) Tapia, Belpre and Marisol Saenz, Texas; twenty four
grandchildren and six great grandchildren.He was preceded in death by; his wife, IPolita; a son,
Juan Rene Saenz and five sisters.Funeral will be 1:00 p.m. Tuesday March 23, 2021 at
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned with Ramon Tapia presiding.&nbsp; Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. 8:00 p.m. Monday
at the mortuary.&nbsp; Burial will be in the
Belpre cemetery, Belpre, Kansas.Personal condolences may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuay.com">www.beckwithmortuay.com</a>&nbsp; Services provided by Beckwith Mortuary, P.O.
Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.Mercedes Ramon Saenz, de 72 años, falleció el 17 de marzo de
2021 en el Hospital del Condado de Edwards, Kinsley, Kansas.Nació el 31 de agosto de 1948 en San Luis, México; hijo de
Francisco y Balderas Fausta Saenz. Residente de la zona desde hace 1 año,
trasladado aquí desde México; era conductor de camión.Era de fe católica y le gustaba cazar.Se casó con IPolita Ramirez en México. Ella ha fallecido.Los sobrevivientes incluyen; seis hijos, Luis (Perla) Sáenz,
Guadalupe (Viridiana) Sáenz, Manuel Sáenz, Mercedes Sáenz, Rolando (Fuen Santa)
Sáenz, todos de Texas, Juan Antonio (María) Sáenz, Belpre; dos hijas, Maria
Esmeralda (Juan) Tapia, Belpre y Marisol Saenz, Texas; veinticuatro nietos y
seis bisnietos.Fue precedido en la muerte por; su esposa, IPolita; un hijo,
Juan Rene Saenz y cinco hermanas.El funeral será a la 1:00 p.m. Martes 23 de marzo de 2021 en
Beckwith Mortuary Chapel, Larned, presidido por Ramon Tapia. El velorio será de
9:00 a.m. a 8:00 p.m. Lunes en la morgue. El entierro será en el cementerio de
Belpre, Belpre, Kansas.Las condolencias personales se pueden dejar en
www.beckwithmortuay.com. Servicios proporcionados por Beckwith Mortuary, P.O.
Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Mercedes Ramon Saenz

Jose Garnica-Ramirez,
77, passed away March 16, 2021, at his home in Great Bend. He was born June 24,
1943, at Quiringuicharo, Michoaca, Mexico to Luis &amp; Esperanza (Ramirez)
Garnica. He married Mary M. Gutierrez July 6, 1984, in Reno, Nevada.

A current
Great Bend resident for 20 years, Jose was a rancher for over 25 years. He was
a member of the Apostolic Assembly Church. 

Survivors
include, his wife, Mary Garnica of the home; a son, Jesus Garnica of Chicago,
Ill.; thirteen grandchildren; and fourteen great grandchildren. He was preceded
in death by his parents; and two sons, Jose Garnica, Jr. and Roberto Garnica. 

Visitation
will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Bryant
Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 19, 2021, at Apostolic Assembly, 3920
Forest, Great Bend, with Homero Cardenaz presiding. Interment will be in the
Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to Apostolic
Assembly, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. 

<figure>
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 </figure>Dateline: Great Bend, KansasJose Garnica-Ramirez,
77, passed away March 16, 2021, at his home in Great Bend. He was born June 24,
1943, at Quiringuicharo, Michoaca, Mexico to Luis &amp; Esperanza (Ramirez)
Garnica. He married Mary M. Gutierrez July 6, 1984, in Reno, Nevada. A current
Great Bend resident for 20 years, Jose was a rancher for over 25 years. He was
a member of the Apostolic Assembly Church. Survivors
include, his wife, Mary Garnica of the home; a son, Jesus Garnica of Chicago,
Ill.; thirteen grandchildren; and fourteen great grandchildren. He was preceded
in death by his parents; and two sons, Jose Garnica, Jr. and Roberto Garnica. Visitation
will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Bryant
Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, March 19, 2021, at Apostolic Assembly, 3920
Forest, Great Bend, with Homero Cardenaz presiding. Interment will be in the
Great Bend Cemetery North. Memorials have been designated to Apostolic
Assembly, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Arrangements
by&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bryant Funeral Home&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 1425 Patton Road&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Great Bend, Kansas&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 67530

Jose Garnica-Ramirez

Larned –
Lorene Faye Schartz, 89, passed away March 17, 2021 at her home, near Rozel.

She was born
October 6, 1931 in Sterling, the daughter of Lynn E. and Blanche Rose
Rose.&nbsp; A Rozel area resident since 1949,
she was a farm wife and a homemaker, loved quilting, gardening, and crafting.

She was a
member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Altar Society, and Garden Club, all
of Larned; Burdett Senior Center, FCE and the Golden Rule Quilting Club, both
of Rozel. She was a 4-H leader and enjoyed going to her children and
grandchildren’s events. 

On December
18, 1949 she married Arden Edward Schartz in Ellinwood; he preceded her in
death on May 29, 2000.

Survivors
include: four sons, David Schartz, Rozel, Stephen (Kay) Schartz, Larned, Joseph
(Julie) Schartz, Larned, Jerome Schartz, Surgoinsville, TN; four daughters,
Barbara Straub, Larned, Teresa (Bob) Spears, Knoxville, IL, Juanita (Phil)
Smith, Wichita, Christine (Lowell) Brenner, Coats; two brothers Dale (Judy)
Rose, Sterling, Wayne Rose, Kansas City, MO; twenty-six grandchildren; twenty-seven
great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.

She was
preceded in death by her parents; husband, Arden Schartz; a son, Michael
Schartz; two brothers, Lynn E. Rose Jr and Edgar Rose; and a sister, Veva
Shirk.

Funeral Mass
will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
with Father Bernard Felix presiding.&nbsp;
Service will be viewable via Facebook live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with a Vigil and
Rosary at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be in the
Larned Cemetery, Larned.

Memorials
may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO
Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Condolences
may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

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 </figure>Larned –
Lorene Faye Schartz, 89, passed away March 17, 2021 at her home, near Rozel.She was born
October 6, 1931 in Sterling, the daughter of Lynn E. and Blanche Rose
Rose.&nbsp; A Rozel area resident since 1949,
she was a farm wife and a homemaker, loved quilting, gardening, and crafting.She was a
member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Altar Society, and Garden Club, all
of Larned; Burdett Senior Center, FCE and the Golden Rule Quilting Club, both
of Rozel. She was a 4-H leader and enjoyed going to her children and
grandchildren’s events. On December
18, 1949 she married Arden Edward Schartz in Ellinwood; he preceded her in
death on May 29, 2000.Survivors
include: four sons, David Schartz, Rozel, Stephen (Kay) Schartz, Larned, Joseph
(Julie) Schartz, Larned, Jerome Schartz, Surgoinsville, TN; four daughters,
Barbara Straub, Larned, Teresa (Bob) Spears, Knoxville, IL, Juanita (Phil)
Smith, Wichita, Christine (Lowell) Brenner, Coats; two brothers Dale (Judy)
Rose, Sterling, Wayne Rose, Kansas City, MO; twenty-six grandchildren; twenty-seven
great grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren.She was
preceded in death by her parents; husband, Arden Schartz; a son, Michael
Schartz; two brothers, Lynn E. Rose Jr and Edgar Rose; and a sister, Veva
Shirk.Funeral Mass
will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church,
with Father Bernard Felix presiding.&nbsp;
Service will be viewable via Facebook live at <a href="http://www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary">www.facebook.com/beckwithmortuary</a>. Visitation will be 9:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m. Tuesday, March 23, 2021 at Beckwith Mortuary, Larned, with a Vigil and
Rosary at 7 p.m. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Larned. Burial will be in the
Larned Cemetery, Larned.Memorials
may be given to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in care of Beckwith Mortuary, PO
Box 477 Larned, KS 67550.&nbsp; Condolences
may be left at <a href="http://www.beckwithmortuary.com">www.beckwithmortuary.com</a>.

Lorene Faye Schartz

Mary Madeline Houlihan, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away Monday, March 15, 2021, at Hays Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Mary Madeline Houlihan, age 61, of Great Bend, Kansas passed away Monday, March 15, 2021, at Hays Medical Center.Arrangements are pending with Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory, 2509 Vine, Hays, KS 67601.

Mary Madeline Houlihan

Kenneth P. “Ken” Leiker, 75, Hays, died Monday, March 15, 2021, at HaysMed.

He was born October 20, 1945, in Hays, 
the son of Leo A. and Angela (Klaus) Leiker.&nbsp; On May 8, 1965, he was 
united in marriage to Darlene Agnes Lang in Victoria, and they 
celebrated 55 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic
 Church and the St. Anthony Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council 
#4166.&nbsp; Ken was an oilfield technician and for 36 years worked for 
Knighton Oil Company and then worked for Hertel Contract Pumping.&nbsp; He 
was a weather spotter, enjoyed farming and raising cattle, had a gentle 
nature with all God’s creation, and was a patient man.&nbsp; He was an 
excellent chef and liked German food and baking pies.&nbsp; Ken was a 
talented woodworker and craftsman, enjoyed working with leather, and 
would say he was a jack-of-all-trades, master of none.&nbsp; His family was 
special to him, and he loved the fun times he had with his grandchildren
 and great grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Darlene of 
Hays, a son: Troy Leiker of House Springs, MO, a daughter: Connie Werth 
and husband Vincent Werth, Jr. of Hays, three brothers: LaVern Leiker of
 Great Bent, Reinhold “Ronnie” Leiker and wife Diana of Hays, and Art 
Leiker and wife Marilyn of Hays, two sisters: Erma Dinges and husband 
Jim and Norine Leiker, all of Hays, three grandchildren: RaeLynn Werth, 
Cheyenna Leiker, and Chance Leiker, two great grandchildren: Emma Rose 
and Aliza Jane Leiker, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Herbert and Erwin “Erv” Leiker.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Hays, with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 
on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:00 pm 
followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, all on Wednesday at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested and payable to:&nbsp; Hospice of 
HaysMed, the Cancer Council of Ellis County, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of Ken may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp; 

<figure>
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 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>Kenneth P. “Ken” Leiker, 75, Hays, died Monday, March 15, 2021, at HaysMed.He was born October 20, 1945, in Hays, 
the son of Leo A. and Angela (Klaus) Leiker.&nbsp; On May 8, 1965, he was 
united in marriage to Darlene Agnes Lang in Victoria, and they 
celebrated 55 years of marriage.&nbsp; He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic
 Church and the St. Anthony Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council 
#4166.&nbsp; Ken was an oilfield technician and for 36 years worked for 
Knighton Oil Company and then worked for Hertel Contract Pumping.&nbsp; He 
was a weather spotter, enjoyed farming and raising cattle, had a gentle 
nature with all God’s creation, and was a patient man.&nbsp; He was an 
excellent chef and liked German food and baking pies.&nbsp; Ken was a 
talented woodworker and craftsman, enjoyed working with leather, and 
would say he was a jack-of-all-trades, master of none.&nbsp; His family was 
special to him, and he loved the fun times he had with his grandchildren
 and great grandchildren.Survivors include his wife Darlene of 
Hays, a son: Troy Leiker of House Springs, MO, a daughter: Connie Werth 
and husband Vincent Werth, Jr. of Hays, three brothers: LaVern Leiker of
 Great Bent, Reinhold “Ronnie” Leiker and wife Diana of Hays, and Art 
Leiker and wife Marilyn of Hays, two sisters: Erma Dinges and husband 
Jim and Norine Leiker, all of Hays, three grandchildren: RaeLynn Werth, 
Cheyenna Leiker, and Chance Leiker, two great grandchildren: Emma Rose 
and Aliza Jane Leiker, and numerous nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers: Herbert and Erwin “Erv” Leiker.Mass of Christian Burial will be at 
10:00 am on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 
Hays, with Fr. Brian Lager officiating.&nbsp; Burial will follow in St. 
Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria.&nbsp; Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 
on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays 
Memorial Chapel Funeral Home.&nbsp; A vigil service will be at 6:00 pm 
followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, all on Wednesday at the 
funeral home.&nbsp; Memorials are suggested and payable to:&nbsp; Hospice of 
HaysMed, the Cancer Council of Ellis County, or for masses.&nbsp; Condolences
 and memories of Ken may be shared with the family at 
www.haysmemorial.com&nbsp;

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