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Obituaries / BURGER-CRESS, Patricia Lou (Su...
Last post by patyrn - October 13, 2026, 07:47:39 PMPatricia Cress, age 96, of Howard, Kansas, passed away on October 9, 2026 at the Eureka Nursing Center in Eureka, Kansas. She was born March 2, 1930 in Deerfield, Ohio, the daughter of Earl and Elizabeth (Jones) Sutcliffe.
Perhaps all of her children are prejudiced, but they felt Patricia was an awesome mother. She was a great cook and baker. She and her husband, Bill, had several restaurants over the years. One of those was a popular truck stop, and truckers don't just eat anywhere. She worked hard during her working years and enjoyed traveling with her friends in retirement. Though she spent her last years in Kansas, she longed for and missed Arizona. She will certainly be missed, but we celebrate her being with the Lord and the happy reunion she is having with relatives and friends in Heaven as she had often expressed that desire for the future.
Survivors include her children, Tonna (Dan) Hines, Charles (Marilyn) Burger, Lindsey Burger, and Wendy (Don) Cross; grandchildren, Tina (John) Smith, Alyssa Burger, Andrew Burger, Angela (Scott) Lindell, Jean (Jesse) Tuck, John Sauer, Jeremy Sauer, Christina (Jeff) Slocum, Casey (Sheryn) Burger, R.J. Burger, Jennifer (Lon) Koningsor, Melissa (Ben) Schaper, and Melinda (Darin) Myers; and numerous great-grandchildren. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Suzanne Burger; and her siblings, Joy Kennedy and Gene Sutcliffe.
Cremation has been requested, and a Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Severy Church of the Nazarene. Memorials in her memory have been suggested to the Severy Church of the Nazarene and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
Perhaps all of her children are prejudiced, but they felt Patricia was an awesome mother. She was a great cook and baker. She and her husband, Bill, had several restaurants over the years. One of those was a popular truck stop, and truckers don't just eat anywhere. She worked hard during her working years and enjoyed traveling with her friends in retirement. Though she spent her last years in Kansas, she longed for and missed Arizona. She will certainly be missed, but we celebrate her being with the Lord and the happy reunion she is having with relatives and friends in Heaven as she had often expressed that desire for the future.
Survivors include her children, Tonna (Dan) Hines, Charles (Marilyn) Burger, Lindsey Burger, and Wendy (Don) Cross; grandchildren, Tina (John) Smith, Alyssa Burger, Andrew Burger, Angela (Scott) Lindell, Jean (Jesse) Tuck, John Sauer, Jeremy Sauer, Christina (Jeff) Slocum, Casey (Sheryn) Burger, R.J. Burger, Jennifer (Lon) Koningsor, Melissa (Ben) Schaper, and Melinda (Darin) Myers; and numerous great-grandchildren. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Suzanne Burger; and her siblings, Joy Kennedy and Gene Sutcliffe.
Cremation has been requested, and a Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, October 16, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Severy Church of the Nazarene. Memorials in her memory have been suggested to the Severy Church of the Nazarene and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / STEWART, Gene Edward - b. Apri...
Last post by patyrn - October 13, 2026, 07:34:18 PMGene Edward Stewart, age 87, of Belknap in rural Chautauqua County, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. He was born at home on April 17, 1939 to William Harold and Berniece (Keplinger) Stewart. Gene was the fourth generation to live on the family's Belknap farm that was homesteaded in 1873.
Gene attended Belknap rural school through the 8th grade and graduated from Sedan High School in Sedan, Kansas in 1957 where he was a track letterman and active in Glee Club and FFA. On November 17, 1963, he married Joyce Elaine Mattocks in Wauneta, Kansas. To this 62-year marriage two sons were born, Mark and Brian. Gene was extremely proud of their accomplishments.
Gene was a lifelong resident of Chautauqua County where he was a farmer and rancher. He and Elaine made their home on the family farm in Belknap, one and a half miles from the home he grew up in. Gene was a rarity in that he never worked for another person - he was the definition of self-made and independent. He was an active member of the Belknap Community Church.
Gene loved dancing, a good rodeo, an auction, and visiting with anyone, anywhere, anytime, whether he knew you or not. If he wasn't your friend, he would be shortly. He was adept at almost everything as all farmers must be. Gene was the "go-to" for local knowledge and history, and his shop was lovingly referred to as the Belknap Hardware Store. If a neighbor needed a part for a repair, Gene probably had it and knew exactly where to go to get it. He loved to travel and was especially fond of driving to the mountains or visiting Nashville, Tennessee on vacation. A favorite pastime was watching his boys and then his grandchildren at their sporting events. On any given evening, you could expect to find him and Elaine at the game in either Sedan or Howard. It was especially convenient when they played each other and he could watch everyone at the same time, always cheering for both sides.
Gene is survived by his wife, Elaine; his sons, Mark (Rebecca) Stewart and Brian (Brook) Stewart; his grandchildren, Ellie (Jacob) Currence, Emma Stewart, Tate Stewart, Luke Hart, Brian Hart, Miles Stewart, and Allison Stewart; and one great-granddaughter, Annalise Currence. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William C. "Billy" Stewart.
Graveside services took place on September 22, 2026 at the Belknap Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations to The Blue Devil Foundation or the West Elk Booster Club. Dickens Family Funeral Home, 209 N. Douglas Street, Sedan, Kansas 67361 was in charge of arrangements.
(taken from the Dickens Family Funeral Home website)
Gene attended Belknap rural school through the 8th grade and graduated from Sedan High School in Sedan, Kansas in 1957 where he was a track letterman and active in Glee Club and FFA. On November 17, 1963, he married Joyce Elaine Mattocks in Wauneta, Kansas. To this 62-year marriage two sons were born, Mark and Brian. Gene was extremely proud of their accomplishments.
Gene was a lifelong resident of Chautauqua County where he was a farmer and rancher. He and Elaine made their home on the family farm in Belknap, one and a half miles from the home he grew up in. Gene was a rarity in that he never worked for another person - he was the definition of self-made and independent. He was an active member of the Belknap Community Church.
Gene loved dancing, a good rodeo, an auction, and visiting with anyone, anywhere, anytime, whether he knew you or not. If he wasn't your friend, he would be shortly. He was adept at almost everything as all farmers must be. Gene was the "go-to" for local knowledge and history, and his shop was lovingly referred to as the Belknap Hardware Store. If a neighbor needed a part for a repair, Gene probably had it and knew exactly where to go to get it. He loved to travel and was especially fond of driving to the mountains or visiting Nashville, Tennessee on vacation. A favorite pastime was watching his boys and then his grandchildren at their sporting events. On any given evening, you could expect to find him and Elaine at the game in either Sedan or Howard. It was especially convenient when they played each other and he could watch everyone at the same time, always cheering for both sides.
Gene is survived by his wife, Elaine; his sons, Mark (Rebecca) Stewart and Brian (Brook) Stewart; his grandchildren, Ellie (Jacob) Currence, Emma Stewart, Tate Stewart, Luke Hart, Brian Hart, Miles Stewart, and Allison Stewart; and one great-granddaughter, Annalise Currence. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, William C. "Billy" Stewart.
Graveside services took place on September 22, 2026 at the Belknap Cemetery. The family requests memorial donations to The Blue Devil Foundation or the West Elk Booster Club. Dickens Family Funeral Home, 209 N. Douglas Street, Sedan, Kansas 67361 was in charge of arrangements.
(taken from the Dickens Family Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / FLOYD, Marsha F. (Wollner) - b...
Last post by patyrn - October 10, 2026, 12:19:32 AMMarsha F. (Wollner) Floyd, born on April 21, 1946 in Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimer's with her loving husband, Gary, at her side. She was the cherished daughter of Herman and Frankie Wollner and the beloved sister of her younger brother, William Carlyle, who preceded her in death.
Marsha's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit, her laughter, and her immeasurable love for family and friends. Her life was enriched by her marriage to Leroy Zimmerman with whom she shared many years until his passing in 2014. Together they raised two daughters creating a legacy of love and care that continues to flourish.
Education was important to Marsha who graduated from Wichita Heights High School in Wichita, Kansas and later earned an associate's degree from Butler Community College. Her career path was dedicated to nurturing and supporting children. After working at Beechcraft, she chose to be a stay-at-home mom, providing childcare for others, and later with her degree in hand, she began a fulfilling career at Truesdell Middle School where she taught children with special needs until her retirement.
An active member of her community, Marsha participated in various churches throughout her life and was a devoted member of the Rotary Club in Howard, Kansas, VFW Auxiliary, and American Legion Auxiliary. Her generous spirit and warm personality made her a friend to all, and her laughter and wit could light up any room. She had a heart for people, always ready to lend a listening ear or a helping hand.
Marsha's passions extended beyond her professional life. She loved traveling with her husband exploring the United States and venturing overseas creating memories along the way. A fervent Kansas City Chiefs fan, she attended home games faithfully, cheering her team on with unwavering enthusiasm.
Marsha is survived by her devoted husband of eleven years, Gary Floyd with whom she shared a deep and abiding love. She was blessed with a loving family that includes her daughter, Capri and her granddaughter, Makena. Her family grew with the addition of her stepson, Jeremy and wife, Steffanie and her step-grandchildren, Cortney (Cody) Fowler, Zandra (Josh) Rice, Rachel Floyd and husband, Toby; and her ten cherished great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Marsha's life was held on October 8, 2026 at the Howard Baptist church in Howard, Kansas followed by burial at the Moline Cemetery in Moline, Kansas. The family requests donations be made in her memory to the Howard Baptist Church or the Howard American Legion #0149, organizations close to her heart. Countryside Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Healthwatch Hospice and especially Leslie Lomas and Gloria Williams for their constant care and support during Marsha's final days. Marsha's legacy of love, kindness, and joy will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
Marsha's journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit, her laughter, and her immeasurable love for family and friends. Her life was enriched by her marriage to Leroy Zimmerman with whom she shared many years until his passing in 2014. Together they raised two daughters creating a legacy of love and care that continues to flourish.
Education was important to Marsha who graduated from Wichita Heights High School in Wichita, Kansas and later earned an associate's degree from Butler Community College. Her career path was dedicated to nurturing and supporting children. After working at Beechcraft, she chose to be a stay-at-home mom, providing childcare for others, and later with her degree in hand, she began a fulfilling career at Truesdell Middle School where she taught children with special needs until her retirement.
An active member of her community, Marsha participated in various churches throughout her life and was a devoted member of the Rotary Club in Howard, Kansas, VFW Auxiliary, and American Legion Auxiliary. Her generous spirit and warm personality made her a friend to all, and her laughter and wit could light up any room. She had a heart for people, always ready to lend a listening ear or a helping hand.
Marsha's passions extended beyond her professional life. She loved traveling with her husband exploring the United States and venturing overseas creating memories along the way. A fervent Kansas City Chiefs fan, she attended home games faithfully, cheering her team on with unwavering enthusiasm.
Marsha is survived by her devoted husband of eleven years, Gary Floyd with whom she shared a deep and abiding love. She was blessed with a loving family that includes her daughter, Capri and her granddaughter, Makena. Her family grew with the addition of her stepson, Jeremy and wife, Steffanie and her step-grandchildren, Cortney (Cody) Fowler, Zandra (Josh) Rice, Rachel Floyd and husband, Toby; and her ten cherished great-grandchildren.
A celebration of Marsha's life was held on October 8, 2026 at the Howard Baptist church in Howard, Kansas followed by burial at the Moline Cemetery in Moline, Kansas. The family requests donations be made in her memory to the Howard Baptist Church or the Howard American Legion #0149, organizations close to her heart. Countryside Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Healthwatch Hospice and especially Leslie Lomas and Gloria Williams for their constant care and support during Marsha's final days. Marsha's legacy of love, kindness, and joy will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved her.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / LANCE, Christopher Ray "Chris"...
Last post by patyrn - October 02, 2026, 04:15:06 PMChristopher Ray "Chris" Lance, age 66, of Winfield, Kansas, passed away September 28, 2026. He was born on August 19, 1960 to Jack and Thada (Sturgeon) Lance in Neodesha, Kansas.
Chris began working at a young age with the family at Excelsior Clay Products in Fredonia, Kansas. After graduating from Fredonia High School, he married Teresa Ludvickson. They later divorced. He began working at Knight Lumber in Severy, Kansas and then married the love of his life, Amy Doane. Chris later joined Randy Ervin in Master Builders and then began his own company, Master Buildings. He and Amy operated Ervins Cafe for six years and decided to move to Winfield, Kansas where he continued in the building trade. He worked for Thomas Lumber in Oxford, Kansas and later for Home Lumber in Winfield, Kansas. Along the way, he accumulated many lifelong friends. He was a competitor and loved playing, watching, and coaching sports. He loved telling stories, making people laugh, mentoring young men, barbeque, and going for drives down the backroads. He served as the Severy City Mayor, on the Greenwood County Commission, and on the Winfield High School Council.
Chris is survived by his wife, Amy; his children, Mike (Debbie) Lance of Severy, Kansas, Cassandra (Jason) Meyer of Severy, Kansas, Patrick (Geri) Lance of Monument, Colorado, Megan (Drake) Brown of Olathe, Kansas, and Jocelyn Lance of Kansas City, Kansas; siblings Jackie (Lorenzo) Villa of Dallas, Texas, and DeeDee Lance of Florida; grandchildren, Kimberly, Alissa, Naomi, Yvette, Kaleb, Destyni, Maya, Danny, Stella, Reese, and one on the way, Walker; 7 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and friends he considered family. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Clifford Lance and Bylinda Lance.
Shelley Funeral Home of Winfield, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Shelley Funeral Home website)
Chris began working at a young age with the family at Excelsior Clay Products in Fredonia, Kansas. After graduating from Fredonia High School, he married Teresa Ludvickson. They later divorced. He began working at Knight Lumber in Severy, Kansas and then married the love of his life, Amy Doane. Chris later joined Randy Ervin in Master Builders and then began his own company, Master Buildings. He and Amy operated Ervins Cafe for six years and decided to move to Winfield, Kansas where he continued in the building trade. He worked for Thomas Lumber in Oxford, Kansas and later for Home Lumber in Winfield, Kansas. Along the way, he accumulated many lifelong friends. He was a competitor and loved playing, watching, and coaching sports. He loved telling stories, making people laugh, mentoring young men, barbeque, and going for drives down the backroads. He served as the Severy City Mayor, on the Greenwood County Commission, and on the Winfield High School Council.
Chris is survived by his wife, Amy; his children, Mike (Debbie) Lance of Severy, Kansas, Cassandra (Jason) Meyer of Severy, Kansas, Patrick (Geri) Lance of Monument, Colorado, Megan (Drake) Brown of Olathe, Kansas, and Jocelyn Lance of Kansas City, Kansas; siblings Jackie (Lorenzo) Villa of Dallas, Texas, and DeeDee Lance of Florida; grandchildren, Kimberly, Alissa, Naomi, Yvette, Kaleb, Destyni, Maya, Danny, Stella, Reese, and one on the way, Walker; 7 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and friends he considered family. He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Clifford Lance and Bylinda Lance.
Shelley Funeral Home of Winfield, Kansas has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Shelley Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / HORN, Alice "Jean" (Snair) - b...
Last post by patyrn - September 24, 2026, 08:47:02 PMAlice Jean Horn passed away on September 5, 2026 after a long and extraordinary life. Her favorite saying from Thoreau exemplified the life she lived: "Be not simply good; be good for something".
Jean was born on September 16, 1930 to Arnold Delanson and Jessie Lenora (Horning) Snair on a farm near Grenola, Kansas. During the Great Depression, the family moved to Sedan, Kansas, and Jean graduated from Sedan High School in 1948. On August 2, 1953, Jean married William Frank "Bill" Horn. They raised two daughters, Mary Alice and Amy Jo.
Jean was the youngest of four children, and family was the foundation of her life. She grew up as the much-loved baby sister of her two older sisters, Kay and Bette Jo, and her brother, Bob. Her childhood was grounded in a loving extended family, surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins. When she married Bill, her family grew to include the Horns. She often spoke of how lucky she was to truly love her in-laws, and her sister-in-law, June Book, weas one of her closest friends. Growing up as part of a large family, Jean loved family gatherings and kept in touch with far-flung relatives. She always looked forward to the Horning Reunion and loved hosting family at her home.
After Bill's death, Jean moved to Lawrence, Kansas to be near daughter, Mary, and her family. Although she missed her many friends and the Moline community, she relished time spent with the grandkids. Matthew, Bryce, and Claire loved living close to their Grammy. She read to them, taught them to bake Grammy cookies, and helped them with schoolwork. She was a fixture at their school events, 4-H shows, concerts, and athletic events, and they always looked for Grammy in the crowd.
Education was another cornerstone of Jean's life. She enrolled in the Kansas State Teachers College (now Pittsburg State University) after one of her high school teachers said, "You are going to college, aren't you?". She considered a career in law but chose to complete her teaching certificate. In 1950, she began teaching in the Moline School District, and in 1955, she earned a B.A. degree from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. Jean was a dedicated educator, teaching in Moline for her entire 44-year career. She taught all grades from Kindergarten through high school but found her niche supporting and inspiring 5th graders. Reading was her greatest love, and she passed that love on to her students, daughters, and grandchildren. We all have fond memories of Jean reading aloud from The Hobbit, The Lorax, Little House on the Prairie, and the books of Shel Silverstein poems. Mentoring student teachers was also important to her, and one student teacher, Penny Swanson, became her dear friend.
Jean's life also reflected her vibrant faith. She lived her devotion through Bible Study, daily disciplines, and service to others. She grew up in the Grenola Christian Church and joined the Moline United Methodist Church when she married Bill. She remained a committed Methodist for the remainder of her life, serving as a member of United Methodist Women , as a delegate to statewide Methodist conferences, and in church governance. After moving to Lawrence, she found a new church home at Centenary United Methodist Church.
Jean and Bill spent much of their free time waterskiing and camping,. Jean was a Girl Scout leader for many years, leading camping and canoe trips. The couple honeymooned at Lake Taneycomo, Missouri, skiing the entire length of the lake, They had a small cabin and dock at the old Moline City Lake and spent many summer weekends there with friends and family. Vacations usually found them camping at lakes or state and national parks, inspiring Amy's career with the National Park Service. After retirement, their camper primarily headed west to Arizona and Colorado where Amy and Mary were living. In 1982, Jean and Bill opened the P&J Quiick Mart in Howard, Kansas in partnership with good friends, Penny and Dan Swanson. The store became a welcome outpost on Highway 99.
Jean will be deeply missed by her daughters, Mary (Kevin) Wilson and Amy Horn (Richard Staniionis); her grandchildren, Matthew , Bryce, and Claire Wilson; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Bill Horn; her parents; and her siblings, Katherine (Stewart) Fox, Bette (William) Hall, and Robert "Bob" (Betty) Snair.
A memorial service for Jean will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Countryside Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas. Burial will follow at the Moline Cemetery in Moline, Kansas. The family will receive friends at visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Moline Library or UMCOR (United Methodist Committee for Relief) and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
Jean was born on September 16, 1930 to Arnold Delanson and Jessie Lenora (Horning) Snair on a farm near Grenola, Kansas. During the Great Depression, the family moved to Sedan, Kansas, and Jean graduated from Sedan High School in 1948. On August 2, 1953, Jean married William Frank "Bill" Horn. They raised two daughters, Mary Alice and Amy Jo.
Jean was the youngest of four children, and family was the foundation of her life. She grew up as the much-loved baby sister of her two older sisters, Kay and Bette Jo, and her brother, Bob. Her childhood was grounded in a loving extended family, surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins. When she married Bill, her family grew to include the Horns. She often spoke of how lucky she was to truly love her in-laws, and her sister-in-law, June Book, weas one of her closest friends. Growing up as part of a large family, Jean loved family gatherings and kept in touch with far-flung relatives. She always looked forward to the Horning Reunion and loved hosting family at her home.
After Bill's death, Jean moved to Lawrence, Kansas to be near daughter, Mary, and her family. Although she missed her many friends and the Moline community, she relished time spent with the grandkids. Matthew, Bryce, and Claire loved living close to their Grammy. She read to them, taught them to bake Grammy cookies, and helped them with schoolwork. She was a fixture at their school events, 4-H shows, concerts, and athletic events, and they always looked for Grammy in the crowd.
Education was another cornerstone of Jean's life. She enrolled in the Kansas State Teachers College (now Pittsburg State University) after one of her high school teachers said, "You are going to college, aren't you?". She considered a career in law but chose to complete her teaching certificate. In 1950, she began teaching in the Moline School District, and in 1955, she earned a B.A. degree from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. Jean was a dedicated educator, teaching in Moline for her entire 44-year career. She taught all grades from Kindergarten through high school but found her niche supporting and inspiring 5th graders. Reading was her greatest love, and she passed that love on to her students, daughters, and grandchildren. We all have fond memories of Jean reading aloud from The Hobbit, The Lorax, Little House on the Prairie, and the books of Shel Silverstein poems. Mentoring student teachers was also important to her, and one student teacher, Penny Swanson, became her dear friend.
Jean's life also reflected her vibrant faith. She lived her devotion through Bible Study, daily disciplines, and service to others. She grew up in the Grenola Christian Church and joined the Moline United Methodist Church when she married Bill. She remained a committed Methodist for the remainder of her life, serving as a member of United Methodist Women , as a delegate to statewide Methodist conferences, and in church governance. After moving to Lawrence, she found a new church home at Centenary United Methodist Church.
Jean and Bill spent much of their free time waterskiing and camping,. Jean was a Girl Scout leader for many years, leading camping and canoe trips. The couple honeymooned at Lake Taneycomo, Missouri, skiing the entire length of the lake, They had a small cabin and dock at the old Moline City Lake and spent many summer weekends there with friends and family. Vacations usually found them camping at lakes or state and national parks, inspiring Amy's career with the National Park Service. After retirement, their camper primarily headed west to Arizona and Colorado where Amy and Mary were living. In 1982, Jean and Bill opened the P&J Quiick Mart in Howard, Kansas in partnership with good friends, Penny and Dan Swanson. The store became a welcome outpost on Highway 99.
Jean will be deeply missed by her daughters, Mary (Kevin) Wilson and Amy Horn (Richard Staniionis); her grandchildren, Matthew , Bryce, and Claire Wilson; numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and many friends. She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Bill Horn; her parents; and her siblings, Katherine (Stewart) Fox, Bette (William) Hall, and Robert "Bob" (Betty) Snair.
A memorial service for Jean will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Countryside Funeral Home in Howard, Kansas. Burial will follow at the Moline Cemetery in Moline, Kansas. The family will receive friends at visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Moline Library or UMCOR (United Methodist Committee for Relief) and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / CHITWOOD, Carol Elaine (Collin...
Last post by patyrn - September 24, 2026, 08:18:48 PMCarol Elaine Chitwood, age 83, of Fall River, Kansas, passed away September 16, 2026 at the Eureka Nursing Center in Eureka, Kansas. She was born on July 26, 1943 in Nowata, Oklahoma, the daughter of Floyd Melvin and Bertha Ella (Bowden) Collins.
After graduating high school, Carol began her career in the health care industry. She worked as a Certified Nurses Aide, Surgical Scrub Tech, and did Home Health Care for those in need. She had an outgoing personality and was a strong, independent person.
On May 16, 1970, Carol married Omer "Buck" Chitwood, Jr. For the next 36 years, Carol and Buck built their life together until his passing on December 8, 2006. Carol enjoyed traveling and having fun along the way. She enjoyed collecting small trinkets, loved all animals, and had the ability to grow beautiful flowers in the worst soil conditions. Most importantly, Carol loved her family with all her heart.
Survivors include her daughter, Natalia "Tallie" (Brian) Pope of Fall River, Kansas; grandchildren, Heath (Jeni) Pope of Severy, Kansas and Jerrad (Katelyn) Pope of Howard, Kansas; and great grandchildren, Vera, Flint, Eden, Lucy, and Lowyn. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Buck; and a brother, Wesley D. Collins.
Graveside services were held on September 21, 2026 at the Nowata Cemetery in Nowata, Oklahoma. Memorials in her memory have been suggested to either the Greenwood County Hospital Memory Tree Leaf or the Eureka Nursing Center Activity Fund and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
After graduating high school, Carol began her career in the health care industry. She worked as a Certified Nurses Aide, Surgical Scrub Tech, and did Home Health Care for those in need. She had an outgoing personality and was a strong, independent person.
On May 16, 1970, Carol married Omer "Buck" Chitwood, Jr. For the next 36 years, Carol and Buck built their life together until his passing on December 8, 2006. Carol enjoyed traveling and having fun along the way. She enjoyed collecting small trinkets, loved all animals, and had the ability to grow beautiful flowers in the worst soil conditions. Most importantly, Carol loved her family with all her heart.
Survivors include her daughter, Natalia "Tallie" (Brian) Pope of Fall River, Kansas; grandchildren, Heath (Jeni) Pope of Severy, Kansas and Jerrad (Katelyn) Pope of Howard, Kansas; and great grandchildren, Vera, Flint, Eden, Lucy, and Lowyn. Carol was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Buck; and a brother, Wesley D. Collins.
Graveside services were held on September 21, 2026 at the Nowata Cemetery in Nowata, Oklahoma. Memorials in her memory have been suggested to either the Greenwood County Hospital Memory Tree Leaf or the Eureka Nursing Center Activity Fund and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences can be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / LANKFORD, Shirley - b. July 16...
Last post by patyrn - September 24, 2026, 08:09:19 PMShirley Lankford, forever loved and never forgotten, passed away on September 9, 2026 at the age of 82. She was born in Osborne, Kansas on July 16, 1944. At just eleven months old, Shirley was lovingly raised by the late Chancey and May Eaton who cared for her until she was 17 years old.
The love and care she received from those who raised her shaped her life and inspired her deep love for the elderly. She dedicated 29 years of her life caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She spent 22 of those years at Haysville HealthCare IN Haysville, Kansas. In May 2006, she retired from Howard Twilight Manor in Howard, Kansas. Caring for the elderly meant so much to Shirley, and she treasured the opportunity to give back to others.
Shirley had a love for flowers and gardening, and her love for animals knew no bounds. Above all else, her family was her greatest pride and joy. She cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly, and the love she gave them will live on in their hearts forever.
Shirley is survived by her beloved husband, Fred Lankford of Wichita, Kansas and her sons, Shawn Lankford of Wichita, Kansas and Mark and his wife, Cheri, of Wichita, Kansas. She also leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved her dearly.
Direct cremation has taken place. In accordance with Shirley's wishes, a private burial will be held at a later time. Shirle requested that memorials be made to the Eureka Nursing Center in Eureka, Kansas in honor of her lifelong love and dedication to the elderly. Shirley's kindness, compassion, and unconditional love will be deeply missed. Her memory will forever bloom in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Rest peacefully, Shirley. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
The love and care she received from those who raised her shaped her life and inspired her deep love for the elderly. She dedicated 29 years of her life caring for others as a Certified Nursing Assistant. She spent 22 of those years at Haysville HealthCare IN Haysville, Kansas. In May 2006, she retired from Howard Twilight Manor in Howard, Kansas. Caring for the elderly meant so much to Shirley, and she treasured the opportunity to give back to others.
Shirley had a love for flowers and gardening, and her love for animals knew no bounds. Above all else, her family was her greatest pride and joy. She cherished her grandchildren and great-grandchildren dearly, and the love she gave them will live on in their hearts forever.
Shirley is survived by her beloved husband, Fred Lankford of Wichita, Kansas and her sons, Shawn Lankford of Wichita, Kansas and Mark and his wife, Cheri, of Wichita, Kansas. She also leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren who loved her dearly.
Direct cremation has taken place. In accordance with Shirley's wishes, a private burial will be held at a later time. Shirle requested that memorials be made to the Eureka Nursing Center in Eureka, Kansas in honor of her lifelong love and dedication to the elderly. Shirley's kindness, compassion, and unconditional love will be deeply missed. Her memory will forever bloom in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Rest peacefully, Shirley. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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Obituaries / TILLAPAUGH, Cailey Breanne - b...
Last post by patyrn - September 09, 2026, 08:49:18 PMCailey Breanne Tillapaugh, age 26, of Clearwater, Kansas, passed away on September 5, 2026. Born on October 19, 1999 in Phoenix, Arizona, Cailey lived a life filled with laughter, love, determination, and a personality that was impossible to forget.
Cailey was funny, stubborn, outgoing, caring, extremely protective of the people she loved, and as those closest to her would tell you, just a little bouji. She knew who she was, loved the people in her life deeply, and had a way of leaving an impression wherever she went.
Cailey graduated from Central of Burden High School in Burden, Kansas in 2017 before attending Kansas State University where she spent six years working toward her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, graduating in 2023. Her love for K-State went far beyond her years in Manhattan. If the Wildcats were playing on a Saturday, there was a good chance you would be greeted by her asking, "What is today? It's Caturday!". She was a Wildcat through and through.
Cailey worked at Gage Chiropractic Center in Derby, Kansas. Outside of work, she loved cooking and meal prepping, listening to Megan Moroney, cacti, teddy bears, all things pink, and spending time with her beloved dog, Boone, and cat, Eloise. More than anything, Cailey loved being with her family and the people she cared about. She brought energy with her wherever she went. When Cailey was ready to party, everyone else had better be ready, too. Going to bed didn't necessarily mean the party was over. Those who tried could expect Cailey to wake them up early the next morning because she was still going -- and she expected them to get up and join her. That was Cailey. She loved big, laughed hard, had fun, spoke her mind, and protected her people fiercely.
Cailey shared her life with her boyfriend, Garrett Bacon with whom she was looking forward to a future filled with marriage, a family, and all of the plans they were beginning to make together. The love they shared and the future they envisioned together will forever be part of Cailey's story.
Cailey leaves behind her mother, Shannon Tillapaugh; grandmother, Carol Tillapaugh; sisters, Taivyn Tillapaugh and Jaicey Tillapaugh; nephew, Airion Bryant;' boyfriend, Garrett Bacon; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and others whose lives are forever changed because Cailey was part of them. She was preceded in death by her Papa, Jon Tillapaugh, and her great-grandfather, George Kenyon.
Forever loved. Forever missed; Forever a Wildcat.
A Celebration of Life for Cailey will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Grenola Community building in Grenola, Kansas. Memorial contributions to assist Cailey's family may be sent to Jodi Van Derhagen through Facebook, Venmo, or Cash App. A GoFundMe fundraiser is also available through Facebook. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)_
Cailey was funny, stubborn, outgoing, caring, extremely protective of the people she loved, and as those closest to her would tell you, just a little bouji. She knew who she was, loved the people in her life deeply, and had a way of leaving an impression wherever she went.
Cailey graduated from Central of Burden High School in Burden, Kansas in 2017 before attending Kansas State University where she spent six years working toward her Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, graduating in 2023. Her love for K-State went far beyond her years in Manhattan. If the Wildcats were playing on a Saturday, there was a good chance you would be greeted by her asking, "What is today? It's Caturday!". She was a Wildcat through and through.
Cailey worked at Gage Chiropractic Center in Derby, Kansas. Outside of work, she loved cooking and meal prepping, listening to Megan Moroney, cacti, teddy bears, all things pink, and spending time with her beloved dog, Boone, and cat, Eloise. More than anything, Cailey loved being with her family and the people she cared about. She brought energy with her wherever she went. When Cailey was ready to party, everyone else had better be ready, too. Going to bed didn't necessarily mean the party was over. Those who tried could expect Cailey to wake them up early the next morning because she was still going -- and she expected them to get up and join her. That was Cailey. She loved big, laughed hard, had fun, spoke her mind, and protected her people fiercely.
Cailey shared her life with her boyfriend, Garrett Bacon with whom she was looking forward to a future filled with marriage, a family, and all of the plans they were beginning to make together. The love they shared and the future they envisioned together will forever be part of Cailey's story.
Cailey leaves behind her mother, Shannon Tillapaugh; grandmother, Carol Tillapaugh; sisters, Taivyn Tillapaugh and Jaicey Tillapaugh; nephew, Airion Bryant;' boyfriend, Garrett Bacon; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends, and others whose lives are forever changed because Cailey was part of them. She was preceded in death by her Papa, Jon Tillapaugh, and her great-grandfather, George Kenyon.
Forever loved. Forever missed; Forever a Wildcat.
A Celebration of Life for Cailey will be held Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Grenola Community building in Grenola, Kansas. Memorial contributions to assist Cailey's family may be sent to Jodi Van Derhagen through Facebook, Venmo, or Cash App. A GoFundMe fundraiser is also available through Facebook. Services have been entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)_
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Obituaries / WELLS, Richard Lee - b. Februa...
Last post by patyrn - September 07, 2026, 11:36:49 AMRichard Lee Wells, age 87, of Grenola, Kansas, passed away on August 31, 2026 at his home. He was born February 21, 1939 in Hale, Missouri, the youngest child of six born to Hugh and Lela (Hundley) Wells.
Richard's early education was in a one-room school in Tina, Missouri, graduating from Tina-Avalon High School in 1956. He worked at Cessna Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas before marrying Renee Welborn on July 19, 1959. Richard and Renee were married for 62 years until her death on March 29, 2004.
Richard and Renee lived in Winfield, Kansas and Douglass, Kansas before moving to Grenola, Kansas and purchasing the lumberyard and hardware store there in 1963. Richard continued this business and also established Wells Lumber and Hardware in Burden, Kansas, retiring after 45 years in the retail business. He was a member of the Grenola Volunteer Fire Department, serving as Fire Chief for 25 years.
Survivors include four children, Melanie (Todd) Hockenbury, Debbie (Darryl) Littrell, Jeff (Janelle) Wells, and Denise (Jake) Liebau; his brother, Donald Wells; 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Renee; and three sisters and a brother.
Graveside services were held on September 4, 2026 at the Green Lawn Cemetery in Grenola, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to either the Grenola Senior Center, the Grenola Fire Department, or Joseph's Storehouse in Burden and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services were under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside funeral Home websigte)
Richard's early education was in a one-room school in Tina, Missouri, graduating from Tina-Avalon High School in 1956. He worked at Cessna Aircraft in Wichita, Kansas before marrying Renee Welborn on July 19, 1959. Richard and Renee were married for 62 years until her death on March 29, 2004.
Richard and Renee lived in Winfield, Kansas and Douglass, Kansas before moving to Grenola, Kansas and purchasing the lumberyard and hardware store there in 1963. Richard continued this business and also established Wells Lumber and Hardware in Burden, Kansas, retiring after 45 years in the retail business. He was a member of the Grenola Volunteer Fire Department, serving as Fire Chief for 25 years.
Survivors include four children, Melanie (Todd) Hockenbury, Debbie (Darryl) Littrell, Jeff (Janelle) Wells, and Denise (Jake) Liebau; his brother, Donald Wells; 18 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Richard was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Renee; and three sisters and a brother.
Graveside services were held on September 4, 2026 at the Green Lawn Cemetery in Grenola, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to either the Grenola Senior Center, the Grenola Fire Department, or Joseph's Storehouse in Burden and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services were under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside funeral Home websigte)
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Obituaries / Lyon, Betty Elenor (Law) - b. ...
Last post by Catwoman - August 25, 2026, 02:55:29 PMBetty Elenor Lyon
Jul 6, 1940 — Aug 23, 2026
Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Betty Elenor Lyon, born Betty Elenor Law, passed away on Sunday August 23, 2026, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She was born on July 6, 1940, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, and lived a life marked by faith, care for others, and deep devotion to family.
Betty attended schools in Oshkosh, Nebraska, and in Wichita, later receiving her GED. She went on to spend many years serving others through her work as director of a daycare and as a paraprofessional in the Howard school district. She was especially gifted at working with children and was known for her patience and for having a way with children that others could not match. Her work with special needs children reflected the compassion, steadiness, and kindness that shaped so much of her life.
Her interests brought warmth and personality to her home and to those who knew her well. Betty was a collector of cardinals and angels, and she found joy in the simple beauty they represented. She loved children deeply, and that love was evident not only in her profession, but in the way she lived and served others each day.
Faith was also a guiding part of Betty's life. She was a pastor's wife in the Wesleyan Church for 30 years, sharing in a life of ministry and church family that remained important to her through the years.
Betty is survived by her children and their families: her son Lon Lyon and his wife, Kim, of Dewey, Oklahoma; her daughter Twila McCammon and her husband, Gale, of Independence, Kansas; her son Wes Lyon and his wife, Melissa, of Silverton, Idaho; and her daughter-in-law, Merly Lyon of Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her siblings, Vivian Dietrich of Mulvane, Kansas, Barbara Elkins of Nebraska, and Terry Law of Shell Knob, Missouri. Betty is survived by 10 grandchildren and 19 grandchildren. These family members, along with all who shared in her life, carry forward the memory of her love, her patience, and her faithful spirit.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Lewis Lyon and Garrold Lyon; by her infant daughter, Betty Lou Lyon; her son Kevin Lyon, by her father, Clyde Law; by her mother, Ruth Smith Law; and by her siblings Virgil Law, Marvin Law, Twila Robbins, Shirley Bradbury, Larry Law, Rodney Law.
Betty will be remembered as a woman of compassion, faith, and quiet strength. Her life touched children, family, church, and community in lasting ways, and her memory will remain a blessing to those who knew and loved her.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service located at 510 N. 7th St. Fredonia, Kansas 66736.
Visitation will be Wednesday August 26, from 9:00-9:30 am at the funeral home in Fredonia, with graveside services at 10 am, at Farmington Cemetery located at 8467 1800 Rd. in Fredonia.
Memorial remembrances to The Journey Home, may be mailed or left at the funeral home.
Jul 6, 1940 — Aug 23, 2026
Bartlesville, Oklahoma
Betty Elenor Lyon, born Betty Elenor Law, passed away on Sunday August 23, 2026, at The Journey Home in Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She was born on July 6, 1940, in Oshkosh, Nebraska, and lived a life marked by faith, care for others, and deep devotion to family.
Betty attended schools in Oshkosh, Nebraska, and in Wichita, later receiving her GED. She went on to spend many years serving others through her work as director of a daycare and as a paraprofessional in the Howard school district. She was especially gifted at working with children and was known for her patience and for having a way with children that others could not match. Her work with special needs children reflected the compassion, steadiness, and kindness that shaped so much of her life.
Her interests brought warmth and personality to her home and to those who knew her well. Betty was a collector of cardinals and angels, and she found joy in the simple beauty they represented. She loved children deeply, and that love was evident not only in her profession, but in the way she lived and served others each day.
Faith was also a guiding part of Betty's life. She was a pastor's wife in the Wesleyan Church for 30 years, sharing in a life of ministry and church family that remained important to her through the years.
Betty is survived by her children and their families: her son Lon Lyon and his wife, Kim, of Dewey, Oklahoma; her daughter Twila McCammon and her husband, Gale, of Independence, Kansas; her son Wes Lyon and his wife, Melissa, of Silverton, Idaho; and her daughter-in-law, Merly Lyon of Bartlesville, Oklahoma. She is also survived by her siblings, Vivian Dietrich of Mulvane, Kansas, Barbara Elkins of Nebraska, and Terry Law of Shell Knob, Missouri. Betty is survived by 10 grandchildren and 19 grandchildren. These family members, along with all who shared in her life, carry forward the memory of her love, her patience, and her faithful spirit.
She was preceded in death by her husbands, Lewis Lyon and Garrold Lyon; by her infant daughter, Betty Lou Lyon; her son Kevin Lyon, by her father, Clyde Law; by her mother, Ruth Smith Law; and by her siblings Virgil Law, Marvin Law, Twila Robbins, Shirley Bradbury, Larry Law, Rodney Law.
Betty will be remembered as a woman of compassion, faith, and quiet strength. Her life touched children, family, church, and community in lasting ways, and her memory will remain a blessing to those who knew and loved her.
Arrangements are under the direction of Wickham Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service located at 510 N. 7th St. Fredonia, Kansas 66736.
Visitation will be Wednesday August 26, from 9:00-9:30 am at the funeral home in Fredonia, with graveside services at 10 am, at Farmington Cemetery located at 8467 1800 Rd. in Fredonia.
Memorial remembrances to The Journey Home, may be mailed or left at the funeral home.
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