Obituaries

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Sharon Kay Bettles peacefully passed from this earth on November 30, 2025, on her 81st birthday, after suffering a stroke. Born in 1944 in Council Grove, Kansas, she was the youngest child of four to Edgar L. and Clara Marie (White) Holscher. Kay was united in marriage to Roger Bettles on February 12, 1961, in Council Grove.

Kay touched the lives...

Nov 29, 2025

James’ life began on January 3, 1951, in Newton. He was the son of Earl Ray and Racine Dorothy (Smith) Schroeder. His mother passed away when he was five days old and later his father married Esther Schroeder who raised him and his siblings. James was united in marriage to Julene “Jo’ Unruh on May 12, 1980, in Wichita. He...

Nov 27, 2025

James Halydier (J.R./Jim) was born in Brady, TX, to Rex and Lillie Belle (Layne) Halydier on July 9, 1938. He moved with his parents as a small child to Ozona, TX, where he graduated from high school and entered the Navy. After serving four years, he met his wife, Bessie (Bess) Whisenant. They married on Oct. 18,1962 in Dublin, TX.

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Nov 26, 2025

Laverle Lee Busenitz was born June 16, 1948, to Gerhard A and Olga (Wiebe) Busenitz and passed away November 26, 2025, at the age of 77 years.

Laverle grew up on a farm outside of Newton, Kansas. He had five younger siblings, Arvin, Delora, Elroy, Merle, and Vera. His grade school started in a one room school one mile south of...

Nov 24, 2025

On November 24, 2025, just before midnight, the greatest woman we’ll ever know, walked through those pearly gates in heaven, to spend eternity with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Janice Priest arrived in this world on August 31, 1943. She was the third and final gift given to Clifford and Marian (Henson) Priest. She was born and raised in Herington...

Nov 14, 2025

Nov 14, 2025

Doris Mae Sly (Schlesener), 93, of rural Hope, Kansas, passed peacefully at home on November 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on June 30, 1932 to August and Martha Schlesener, on her family’s farmstead in rural Hope, with siblings Marvin, Burma, Lila, Joyce, and Phyllis. She graduated in 1950 from Chapman High School, and spent her entire life...

Nov 13, 2025

Whitewater KS. – Thelma Mae (Loveless) Ulmer Green was born near Antelope, Kansas on August 19, 1937. She was born to Alvin (Buster) Wight and Verna Belle (Bass) Loveless. Thelma was 88 years young when she departed this life to walk with Jesus on Thursday evening November 13th.

A celebration of life Service will be held on Saturday November 22nd at...

Nov 10, 2025

Myron’s life began April 29, 1945, in Fargo, ND. He was the son of Norman and Gertrude (Johnson) Jones. Myron was inducted into the United States Army in 1965 and served his country for the next 20 years, retiring as a staff sergeant. He served four tours of duty in Vietnam. While in the Army, he benefited from getting his...

Nov 8, 2025

Daniel Vernon Catlin, known to many as Pastor Dan, began his final rest on November 8th 2025 surrounded by family at home in Florence, Kansas. Following a courageous battle with cancer and a bloodstream infection. He lived to be 70 years old, born on July 4th 1955 in San Jose, California. Daniel lived a life marked by unwavering faith, steadfast...

Nov 6, 2025

William Dean Kaempfe was born to Albert and Clara Kaempfe(Seehafer) in Ellsworth, Kansas on July 14th, 1945. He was the youngest of four children and was preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Jerry Kaempfe(Viola), Bonnie Gabel(Darrell) and Mary Alire(Al).

William married Vickie Lynn Campbell on October 18th, 1965 in Sylvan Grove, Kansas. The couple had three boys: Robby Kaempfe(Jill),...

Nov 5, 2025

There will be private burial services at Kechi Cemetery at a later date

Nov 4, 2025

Oct 23, 2025

Mike’s life began December 20, 1951, in Tacoma, WA. He was the son of Cecil Brown and Marjorie (Dildine) Brown. He was united in marriage to Christine Krilich on July 14, 1979, in Tacoma. Mike joined the United States Army around the age of 30 and served his country for eight years. His Army job brought him to Fort Riley...

Oct 21, 2025

Cynthia “Cyndi” Bowen August 11, 1973 – October 21, 2025 Cyndi Bowen lived her life with creativity, compassion, and a fearless sense of adventure. Born on August 11, 1973, in Vancouver, Washington, to Wesley and Virginia (Young) Merrill, Cyndi grew up with a curious spirit and a love of learning that followed her throughout her life. She graduated from Prairie...

Oct 15, 2025

Lee’s life began on November 2, 1934, in Hillsboro. He was the son of Waldo and Goldie (Regier) Bartel. Lee was a 1952 graduate of Hillsboro High School. He married his high school sweetheart, Shirley Ann Buller on October 11, 1953, in Hillsboro, and they enjoyed 68 years of matrimony. Lee was employed by Beechcraft Aviation for 45 years. He...

Oct 13, 2025

Norman’s life began on May 7, 1948, in Ramona. He was the son of Ellis and Orvene (Bailey) Benhardt. Norman attended Kansas State University and went on to serve his country in the United States Army for four years before going into the Army Reserves in the late 60’s. After the service, Norman went to work for the railroads as...