Obituaries

Nov 27, 2020

Debbie’s life began on November 18, 1953, the daughter of Robert and Dorothy (Schneider) Entz in Newton, Kansas. She graduated from Remington High Class of 1971, received her Bachelor’s Degree from Kansas State University and her Master’s in Education from Emporia State University. Debbie taught 5th Grade in Yates Center, Kansas. She was a member of the Federated and Swiss...

Nov 24, 2020

Delores Hazel Junod “DeDe” was born on a farm “Woodpecker Ranch” near Onaga, Kansas on October 10, 1931. Delores was the first born in the family, followed by five more siblings, to Henry Paul and Hazel Elizabeth (Franz) Junod. Delores was a lifelong Kansas native.  She attended Centralia School, Centralia, Kansas. In 1951 Delores was employed by Beech Aircraft in...

Nov 24, 2020

Wolter liked to tell people he was a 1927 Model.  He joined his parents, Edythe Wolter Floyd and Whitfield Floyd, in this life, on a farm southwest of Herington on July 2.  In 1936 the family moved to farm southeast of Herington where Wolter spent the rest of his life.  Throughout his youth and into his adulthood he worked with...

Nov 23, 2020

Tracy William Gatch, 76, Passed away Monday, November 23, 2020, in Salina, Ks. Tracy was born March 21, 1944, in Abilene, Ks, the son of Dewain and Katharine (Lueker) Gatch. He is survived by his sister, Connie Stevens, of Salina.

 

At Tracy’s Request, cremation has taken place and no services are planned. A private inurnment will be in the...

Nov 23, 2020

Dolores, fondly known as Dee, was born on July 22, 1934 in Copan, OK. She was the daughter of George and Tina (Potteiger) Bonham. Dolores is a 1952 graduate of Wann High School in Wann, OK. She was united in marriage to Thomas E. Duggan on November 29, 1975. Dolores last worked as a cashier for the Tampa State Bank....

Nov 23, 2020

Gail's life began on February 26, 1936 in rural Delavan.  He was the son of Zora "Joker" and Margaret (Sorenson) Burns.  Gail graduated from Wilsey High School in 1954 and went onto Emporia State Teacher's College to further his education.  He was united in marriage to the former Carol Say on June 23, 1957 at the Wilsey Christian Church.  Gail...

Nov 21, 2020

Douglas Hatfield was born in Sanford, Florida on September 13, 1945. He passed away in Oro Valley, Arizona on November 21, 2020.

Nov 15, 2020

Larry’s life began on March 4, 1942 in Abilene.  He was the son of Estell and Marge (Altman) Sims. Larry is a 1960 graduate of Abilene High School.  After graduation, he served his country in the United States Army.  Larry was an over-the-road truck driver for many years.  He is survived by four children, several grandchildren; siblings Sue Stewart of...

Nov 13, 2020

Leola's life began on December 13, 1920 in rural Ellsworth County, Kansas.  She was the daughter of Albert and Ella (Pflughoeft) Haase.  Leola attended St. Paul's School thru 8th grade in North Ellsworth County. She was united in marriage to Edward L. Neuschafer 80 years ago on November 3, 1940. 

 

Leola was a farm wife, tending to livestock, driving...

Nov 9, 2020

William J. “Bill” Mckinney, 88, of Vermillion, SD formerly of White City, KS passed away peacefully at his home on November 9, 2020.

Bill was born March 21, 1932 in Prattville, AL to Leo and Ethel (Rawlinson) Mckinney. Bill served in the Army for 2 years followed by a 10-year enlistment in the Airforce based in Wichita, KS. There...

Nov 7, 2020

Elvira's life began on August 10, 1946 in Herington.  She was the daughter of Sam and Antonia (Mesa) Corona.  Elvira graduated from Herington High School.  She was united in marriage to Stephen C. Lewis on February 19, 1966 in Herington.  Elvira was a homemaker and matriarch of her family.  She enjoyed caring for her family.  Elvira loved to play bingo...

Oct 30, 2020

Patrick’s life began on September 16, 1954, the son of Robert “Bob” Laverne and Beverly Ann (Wiens) Green in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Remington High Class of 1972. Pat worked for APAC, Gross Construction and Butler County in road construction using heavy equipment. He loved guns and especially black powder guns and re-enactments from the past. He also enjoyed...

Oct 27, 2020

Mary's life began on December 3, 1930 in Hays, KS.  She was the daughter of Robert and Estella (Thouvenell) Hooker of Winona, Kansas.  Mary graduated from Fort Hays State College and began her career as a teacher.  She went on to teach in several schools including Wichita, Denver, Salina, Assaria, and the brand-new Southeast of Saline building.  At Southeast she...

Oct 26, 2020

Gertrude's life began on May 16, 1921 in Oil Hill, KS.  She was the daughter of Martin J. and Lula (Cullins) Waner.  She was united in marriage to Robert A Mahoney in Grand Island, NE in May of 1958.  Gertrude was a registered nurse, trained at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita.  She worked for several doctors' offices in Nebraska and...

Oct 24, 2020

Irma was born, the youngest of three children, on November 4, 1941 to Albert and Ethel (Hodgson) Janzen, on the family farm eight miles north of Canada, KS.  She attended Victory Grade School first through eighth grade and graduated from Hillsboro High School in 1959.  Irma was united in marriage to Robert Meisinger of Marion on July 5, 1959.  The...

Oct 21, 2020

Linda's life began on February 14, 1946 in Maywood, CA.  She was the daughter of John and Helen (Stieler) Millar.  She was educated in California and spent most of her life there.  Linda was united in marriage to Ronald Burstein who preceded her in death in 2005.  She moved to Kansas with her family in 2018.  Linda loved to cook...

Oct 20, 2020

Marilyn was born at home on the family farm at Lost Springs, KS, on September 19, 1932. She graduated from Lost Springs High School and Wichita Business College, then in 1997 received a BA in Theological Studies from Vision Christian University, Ramona, CA. She worked as an insurance agent/underwriter for various agencies in California for most of her career. She...

Oct 16, 2020

Wilferd’s life began on March 27, 1932, the son of Jacob Edgar and Marie (Wiebe) Thiessen in Newton, Kansas. He graduated from Berean Academy in 1950 and went onto graduate from Grace Bible College in Omaha, Nebraska. He married Gladys Evelyn Kracht on June 15, 1954 in Creighton, Nebraska. Wilferd and Gladys ministered all across Latin America from 1964-2010. He also...

Oct 12, 2020

Ruthann’s life began on February 21, 1943, the daughter of Russell Howard and Dorothy Gayle (Garten) Elliott in Enid, Oklahoma. She graduated from Udall High School in 1961 and attended a Wichita business school to become a CPA. Ruthann married Glendle Lofton and he preceded her in death. She then married Ronald Lee Dies on March 1, 1984 in Hutchinson,...

Oct 12, 2020

Tammy's life began on August 11, 1960 in Topeka, Kansas.  She was the daughter of Richard L. and Barbara (Davis) Reitz.  She attended college at Cloud County Community College.  Tammy worked as a pellet packer for the Hodgdon Powder Company for 18 years.  She was involved in Job's Daughters and Girl Scouting as a youngster.  Tammy was more than just...