Obituaries

Jan 11, 2025

Iris’ life began on February 6, 1925, in Springfield, MO. She was the daughter of Edward and Cora Mae (Ward) Raffety. Iris attended school in Springfield and on August 30, 1941, she was united in marriage to John Henry Summers, Sr. in Springfield. They were married for 68 years. During World War II, Iris worked at the Parson’s Defense Plant...

Jan 11, 2025

Evelyn’s life began on July 14, 1930, in Hillsboro. She was the daughter of Menno and Ann (Flaming) Hiebert. Evelyn was a 1948 graduate of Goessel High School. She was united in marriage to Alton Matz on February 18, 1951, at the Alexanderwohl Church near Goessel. Evelyn was a homemaker who enjoyed sewing, quilting blankets, ceramics, liquid and needle embroidery...

Jan 11, 2025

The venue for Dale's funeral service on Saturday, January 18, 2025, has been changed to the Christian Church of Florence instead of the Florence Gymnasium, with the approval of the family. Thank You 





Dale’s life began on November 18, 1925, at Axtell Hospital in Newton. He was the son of Clark and Elsie (Kimball) Miller. Dale attended school in Newton and was...

Jan 9, 2025

Jan 6, 2025

Evey’s life began on January 19, 1968, in Concordia, KS. She was the daughter of Hans and Pansy (Seibenborn). Evey was a 1986 graduate of Concordia High School and moved to Marion soon after graduation. 

She worked at a certified medication aide at St. Luke’s Living Center in Marion for the last 36 years. Evey loved to cook and go camping....

Jan 4, 2025

Connie’s life began on December 8, 1935, in Lost Springs. She was the daughter of Adolfo and Julia (Yturriago) Gonzales. Connie attended school in Lost Springs and was a lifelong resident. On January 12, 1954, she was united in marriage to Joe J. Alvarez, Sr. in Abilene. Connie was taught to cook and can fruits and vegetables by her mother....

Dec 28, 2024

Patty Joan (Johnson) Shahan died on Saturday, December 28, 2024 at Abilene Memorial Hospital, Abilene, Kansas. Patty was the 7th child born to Gladys Pearl (Solomon, Hunt) Johnson and Omar Davis Johnson on October 25, 1930 in Herington, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her mother and father, sisters Vera Jane (Johnson) Maybee, Mary Ella (Johnson) Dalton, Lola Maxine...

Dec 25, 2024

Dec 23, 2024

There will be no services at this time. 

 We welcome you to share your thoughts and memories of Barbara on her Tribute Wall. Thank You

 

Dec 23, 2024

Terry’s life began on November 3, 1955, in Newton, Kansas. He was the son of John and Thelma (Lewis) Klassen. Terry was a 1973 graduate of Inman High School. He was united in marriage to Cheryl Litton on June 27, 1987, at the Hoffnangsau Mennonite Church in Inman. Terry was a carpenter by trade and co-owned K and E Interiors,...

Dec 22, 2024

Family will be holding a service at a later time. Please take a moment and sign her online guest book and leave a memory. Thank You. 

Dec 19, 2024

Lucy M. Janzen, 93, died December 19, 2024 at Presbyterian Manor, Newton, KS. She was born September 25, 1931, three-and-one-half miles west of Marion, KS, to her parents Stephen W. and Ida M. (Olsen) Sandwell. Lucy was the third of 10 children.

She went to Canada Grade School and graduated in 1949 from Marion High School, Marion, KS. On October 7,...

Dec 17, 2024

Donna Lee Beaversdorf Saunders, age 75, passed away December 17, 2024 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Junction City, KS. 

Donna learned to be a gentle spirit with robust pride and determination from her Mother, Bernadine. The eldest of 8 children, she set clear boundaries with love, compassion and time limited understanding. She loved her brothers and sisters and all 16 nieces...

Dec 8, 2024

Dec 8, 2024

Nov 28, 2024

Ed’s life began on November 8, 1935, in Newton, Kansas. He was the son of Arthur and Mabel (Willey) Robinson. Ed graduated Florence High School in 1953. After high school Ed attended Emporia State College. Ed proudly served the United States Army from August 1958 to August 1960. Ed was assigned to Company C, 1st brigade, 3rd Infantry at Fort...

Nov 28, 2024

Jason’s life began on March 8, 1976, at St. Joseph Hospital in Wichita. He was the son of Marvin D. and Charlotte A. (Taylor) Godfrey. After graduating from Campus High School, Jason worked in retail for several businesses. He was a runner, played baseball, was a rockhound and member of a gem and mineral club. Jason took many trips looking...

Nov 19, 2024

Bobby’s life began on January 17, 1959, in Natchitoches, LA. He was the son of Winston V. and Iona M. (Buffer) Clemons. Growing up in Louisiana, Bobby worked on a fishing boat, and oil rigs. He also volunteered as a fireman. He was united in marriage to Nancy Lowe on June 8, 1990, in Lafayette, AR. Prior to retirement, Bobby...

Nov 12, 2024

William “Butch” Oliver Knight Jr., 75, of Herington, Kansas, passed away on November 12, 2024 at his home. Butch was diagnosed with Epilepsy at the age of 16 after a sporting injury and for most of his adult life he managed his Epilepsy condition. An Epileptic Seizure ultimately took his life. 

 

Butch is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Evelyn...

Nov 12, 2024

Gerri’s life began on December 3, 1962, in Ceres, CA. She was the daughter of James and Mary (Bilderback) Barnes. Gerri was a loving and kind soul, always smiling and making everyone around her feel good. She had worked for BARC when living in California helping with recycling, and Big Lakes Development Center in Kansas sorting pill bottles. Gerri had...