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#11
Obituaries / JEROME, Sharon Lee (Dixon) - b...
Last post by patyrn - October 14, 2025, 07:41:19 AMOur precious mother, Sharon Lee Jerome, age 81, woke in the arms of Jesus on the morning of October 4, 2025 after a long battle with many health challenges. She was born on March 31, 1944 in Emporia, Kansas to proud parents, Carl Leon Dixon and Vera Erma (Palmer) Dixon, formerly of Moline, Kansas.
Sharon grew up the middle child of three along with Clara Ann and Tommie Carl who were the children of two educators. They lived in several rural Kansas communities (Reece, Edgerton....) until settling in Lawrence, Kansas when Sharon was entering Junior High. She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1962. She then enrolled in a few hours through the University of Kansas until she met and married the love of her life, Robert Newton "Bob" Jerome, demonstrating a love and resilience which has lasted over 61 years through many, many challenges and joys. This union was blessed with three beautiful, lively children, Jonothan Robert, Ann Janette, and Larisa Erin Cathleen.
Mom worked in childcare for several years, either financially or as a volunteer, always preferring the baby room. She loved music and had beautiful soprano vocals which earned her a prestigious place in the Acapella Choir during her years at Lawrence High School and many solos and duets during church cantatas through the years. Mom and Dad enjoyed traveling the United States on their Gold Wing or Harley motorcycles. They were members of the Gold Wing Touring Association and visited many national parks and monuments, including Sturgis, until her health prevented their travel. Sharon will also be most remembered by those who know and loved her for her faith in God and her faithfulness to pray for others. She is also best known for he6amazing elephant collection which began in 1966 when her husband brough her first elephant, Elmer, back from Thailand, never knowing what chaos would ensue.
Mom loved her family so very much, and her greatest joy as her body was failing her was looking forward to visits from her daughters and grandchildren. She even enjoyed visiting with her great-granddaughters via Facetime, learning something new in her elder years. She continued to be extremely close to her brother, Tom, and her nephew, Tim, visiting with them on the phone frequently.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Robert of the home; two daughters, Ann J. Mitchell and Larisa Erin C. Jerome; four grandchildren, Michael, Wyatt, Jewel, and Michelle; three great-grandchildren; her brother, Tom (Margaret) Dixon of Lawrence, Kansas; her sister-in-law, Nancy J. Lytle of Overland Park, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Jonathan Robert; her sister, Clara Ann Ellsworth; a niece, Cindy; and a nephew, Thomas.
Cremation has been requested, and a Celebration of Like will be held at a future date. Memorials have been suggested to Chautauqua County Animal Shelter in Sedan, Kansas and can be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
Sharon grew up the middle child of three along with Clara Ann and Tommie Carl who were the children of two educators. They lived in several rural Kansas communities (Reece, Edgerton....) until settling in Lawrence, Kansas when Sharon was entering Junior High. She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1962. She then enrolled in a few hours through the University of Kansas until she met and married the love of her life, Robert Newton "Bob" Jerome, demonstrating a love and resilience which has lasted over 61 years through many, many challenges and joys. This union was blessed with three beautiful, lively children, Jonothan Robert, Ann Janette, and Larisa Erin Cathleen.
Mom worked in childcare for several years, either financially or as a volunteer, always preferring the baby room. She loved music and had beautiful soprano vocals which earned her a prestigious place in the Acapella Choir during her years at Lawrence High School and many solos and duets during church cantatas through the years. Mom and Dad enjoyed traveling the United States on their Gold Wing or Harley motorcycles. They were members of the Gold Wing Touring Association and visited many national parks and monuments, including Sturgis, until her health prevented their travel. Sharon will also be most remembered by those who know and loved her for her faith in God and her faithfulness to pray for others. She is also best known for he6amazing elephant collection which began in 1966 when her husband brough her first elephant, Elmer, back from Thailand, never knowing what chaos would ensue.
Mom loved her family so very much, and her greatest joy as her body was failing her was looking forward to visits from her daughters and grandchildren. She even enjoyed visiting with her great-granddaughters via Facetime, learning something new in her elder years. She continued to be extremely close to her brother, Tom, and her nephew, Tim, visiting with them on the phone frequently.
Sharon is survived by her loving husband, Robert of the home; two daughters, Ann J. Mitchell and Larisa Erin C. Jerome; four grandchildren, Michael, Wyatt, Jewel, and Michelle; three great-grandchildren; her brother, Tom (Margaret) Dixon of Lawrence, Kansas; her sister-in-law, Nancy J. Lytle of Overland Park, Kansas; and several nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Jonathan Robert; her sister, Clara Ann Ellsworth; a niece, Cindy; and a nephew, Thomas.
Cremation has been requested, and a Celebration of Like will be held at a future date. Memorials have been suggested to Chautauqua County Animal Shelter in Sedan, Kansas and can be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
#12
Politics / Re: LONGTON'S WOES
Last post by CCarl - September 28, 2025, 02:49:03 PMSewer System Schedule: The Cart Before The Horse
The following was sent to Longton's council members on 28Sep25.
I received the following September 24th, in response to a query I made to Lamp Rynearson regarding a source for quantitative soil moisture guidelines to implement smoke testing of the City's sewer system.
Thank you for reaching out and for the detailed background on your community's soils and groundwater conditions. You're asking a great question—smoke testing is most reliable when groundwater is at its lowest and soils are as dry as possible. If the soil is saturated or the lines are under groundwater pressure, the smoke can't escape through defects as intended, which may lead to false negatives.
Unfortunately, there aren't published "quantitative soil moisture guidelines" for smoke testing. Industry best practice is to schedule testing during the driest time of year—typically July and August in Kansas—when hot weather, low rainfall, and plant transpiration combine to reduce soil moisture and lower the water table. Ideally, there should be at least 30 days of relatively dry weather prior to testing.
For your community, I'd recommend:
- Avoiding winter months since groundwater tends to rise and vegetation isn't pulling moisture from the soil.
- Targeting late summer when conditions are hottest and driest, even if that means delaying the test to ensure accuracy.
- Discussing with your testing provider whether sections of line that remain in groundwater year-round are likely to produce reliable results, or if alternative inspection methods (like CCTV) may be better suited. (suited to the 'in groundwater' areas).
I hope this helps give you and your community some direction as you plan. While our team won't be directly involved in this project, we're glad to point you toward best practices so you can get meaningful results.
FYI, the Lamp Rynearson team has experience with smoke testing, manhole inspections, CCTV review and analysis, and construction administration for sewer rehab projects.
I hope the collective IQ of the Council realizes from this information that the Smoke Test, at this point, should be scheduled for the late summer of 2026. I doubt the Mayor has a clue, or cares at this point.
Until the Smoke Test can be reliably completed, there is no need for any additional pre-planning, design work, or sourcing funding at this time. The Smoke test is essential, augmented by CCTV footage (not replaced with it) to determine the scope of work needed. Once a Scope has been defined from, funding and initial planning should follow. To do otherwise is to put the cart before the horse, and waste taxpayers monies.
The following was sent to Longton's council members on 28Sep25.
I received the following September 24th, in response to a query I made to Lamp Rynearson regarding a source for quantitative soil moisture guidelines to implement smoke testing of the City's sewer system.
Thank you for reaching out and for the detailed background on your community's soils and groundwater conditions. You're asking a great question—smoke testing is most reliable when groundwater is at its lowest and soils are as dry as possible. If the soil is saturated or the lines are under groundwater pressure, the smoke can't escape through defects as intended, which may lead to false negatives.
Unfortunately, there aren't published "quantitative soil moisture guidelines" for smoke testing. Industry best practice is to schedule testing during the driest time of year—typically July and August in Kansas—when hot weather, low rainfall, and plant transpiration combine to reduce soil moisture and lower the water table. Ideally, there should be at least 30 days of relatively dry weather prior to testing.
For your community, I'd recommend:
- Avoiding winter months since groundwater tends to rise and vegetation isn't pulling moisture from the soil.
- Targeting late summer when conditions are hottest and driest, even if that means delaying the test to ensure accuracy.
- Discussing with your testing provider whether sections of line that remain in groundwater year-round are likely to produce reliable results, or if alternative inspection methods (like CCTV) may be better suited. (suited to the 'in groundwater' areas).
I hope this helps give you and your community some direction as you plan. While our team won't be directly involved in this project, we're glad to point you toward best practices so you can get meaningful results.
FYI, the Lamp Rynearson team has experience with smoke testing, manhole inspections, CCTV review and analysis, and construction administration for sewer rehab projects.
I hope the collective IQ of the Council realizes from this information that the Smoke Test, at this point, should be scheduled for the late summer of 2026. I doubt the Mayor has a clue, or cares at this point.
Until the Smoke Test can be reliably completed, there is no need for any additional pre-planning, design work, or sourcing funding at this time. The Smoke test is essential, augmented by CCTV footage (not replaced with it) to determine the scope of work needed. Once a Scope has been defined from, funding and initial planning should follow. To do otherwise is to put the cart before the horse, and waste taxpayers monies.
#13
Politics / Re: A SKEPTIC'S VIEW
Last post by CCarl - September 28, 2025, 12:54:29 PMWill We Ever Know The Truth??
Is This the Truth About the Kirk Murder?
https://www.lewrockwell.com/political-theatre/former-assistant-secretary-of-hud-catherine-fitts-the-kirk-assassination-is-a-psyop/
A former Secretary for HUD thinks this video suggests the Truth. Fun, clever tune. Pause the video to understand the headlines.
#14
Politics / Re: LIBERTARIANS' LISTENIN' PO...
Last post by CCarl - September 27, 2025, 11:54:53 AMWatch Government Jackboots Criminally Assault A Store Owner While Detaining An Immigrant Accused Of Criminal Activity
https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/u-citizen-files-claim-50-004049876.html
Is it any wonder people in these 50 States are so divided? No one is above the law. That includes Officers, Agents, and Enforcers of the Law.
https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/u-citizen-files-claim-50-004049876.html
Is it any wonder people in these 50 States are so divided? No one is above the law. That includes Officers, Agents, and Enforcers of the Law.
#15
Politics / Re: LONGTON'S WOES
Last post by CCarl - September 27, 2025, 10:16:08 AMIs It Rumor . . Or Do "They" Begin To Arrive?
Received this email late Friday; "�Some guy just moved into the old bank in Longton. He is from New York, just got out of jail, he is dressed in black, no transportation. He said if he didn't get that place he was going to kill himself. He came with nothing I think.
Could be a not good guy or really needed to get out of New York. Please be careful."
[Hey, ECF Moderator, where did the weird diamond/question mark come from?]
The sender of that is not a member of the town rumor mill. In fact, the rumor mill usually irritates the sender. So I take the email seriously, and think folks in town should be aware.
As you know, the old bank is at 502 Kansas, the brick carcass with a wooden addition, on the corner with 5th. Only the wooden addition has a roof, and there are no utilities. The property has been for sale, realtor.com says 'sale pending', but I heard the property has been sold.
How should Longton's Welcome Wagon respond? Could the person "in black" be the new owner, be homeless, be the newest thief in town, be in need of emotional/mental support, be an advance scout for a horde of city escapees to follow?
1) Will flowers, candles, welcome cards, and food gifts soften what the rumor mill suggests could be a hard heart?
2) Should Baptist Pastor, Methodist Minister and Christian Preacher invite the person "in black" to services, bible studies, and dinners; risking a welcoming invitation to prey on the local religious, as has happened before?
3) Should the Sheriff act dutifully to protect county residents, and clear the old bank?
4) Should a few residents head over to exercise Castle Law with automatic weapons at hand?
May as well think over the situation and responses now, regardless of "in black's" intentions . . . we can all expect more of the same as society further fractures.
Received this email late Friday; "�Some guy just moved into the old bank in Longton. He is from New York, just got out of jail, he is dressed in black, no transportation. He said if he didn't get that place he was going to kill himself. He came with nothing I think.
Could be a not good guy or really needed to get out of New York. Please be careful."
[Hey, ECF Moderator, where did the weird diamond/question mark come from?]
The sender of that is not a member of the town rumor mill. In fact, the rumor mill usually irritates the sender. So I take the email seriously, and think folks in town should be aware.
As you know, the old bank is at 502 Kansas, the brick carcass with a wooden addition, on the corner with 5th. Only the wooden addition has a roof, and there are no utilities. The property has been for sale, realtor.com says 'sale pending', but I heard the property has been sold.
How should Longton's Welcome Wagon respond? Could the person "in black" be the new owner, be homeless, be the newest thief in town, be in need of emotional/mental support, be an advance scout for a horde of city escapees to follow?
1) Will flowers, candles, welcome cards, and food gifts soften what the rumor mill suggests could be a hard heart?
2) Should Baptist Pastor, Methodist Minister and Christian Preacher invite the person "in black" to services, bible studies, and dinners; risking a welcoming invitation to prey on the local religious, as has happened before?
3) Should the Sheriff act dutifully to protect county residents, and clear the old bank?
4) Should a few residents head over to exercise Castle Law with automatic weapons at hand?
May as well think over the situation and responses now, regardless of "in black's" intentions . . . we can all expect more of the same as society further fractures.
#16
Politics / Re: A SKEPTIC'S VIEW
Last post by CCarl - September 26, 2025, 05:22:30 PMKirk's Death Is Not The Take-Home Story
The Divisive Blame-Game Is
The Divisive Blame-Game Is
The link; https://www.lewrockwell.com/2025/09/doug-casey/whether-charlie-kirks-death-could-be-americas-franz-ferdinand-moment/
Here are two quick quotes from Doug Casey:
1) "It's been obvious to me for the last 10 years—maybe much more, I'll have to check past letters—that the US is heading towards a breakup. It's uncertain whether it will be peaceful or violent. But one thing is for sure: the Red and the Blue people increasingly hate each other. And people with very different philosophical and moral beliefs can't, and shouldn't, inhabit the same political entity, especially when a powerful government is bankrupt, corrupt, and untethered.
One takeaway is that you can forget calls for "unity." They're nonsensical and impossible. The other takeaway is that "democracy", now more than ever, is just a charade. I've always felt that modern democracy was just mob rule dressed up in a coat and tie. But at this point, so-called democracy is about grabbing as much of the trillions of dollars of spoils that the US government dispenses every year as possible—and gaining control of the apparatus of the State to oppress the other guy. Forget about the "loyal opposition." These people hate each other.
2) It's impossible to have 330 million people under the same political umbrella. Especially when the government controls 40% of the economy and has regulations for everything, it wouldn't work even if the US were still homogeneous, as it was before the 1960s. But now it's made up of many radically different ethnic, racial, linguistic, and religious groups who have nothing in common. Worse, strapped taxpayers are forced to carry 100 million non-producers.
As I mentioned to a friend bound for college, Number 2 is all society needs to understand about economics and sociology. That is exactly the reason government schools will not teach the consequence of government interference/regulation.
#17
Obituaries / DOWELL, Vivian D. "Pat" - b. J...
Last post by patyrn - September 26, 2025, 10:55:43 AMVivian D. "Pat" Dowell, age 92, of Longton, Kansas, passed away on September 21, 2025 at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas. Pat was born on January 9, 1933 in Winterset, Iowa, the daughter of Leslie Wayne and Gertrude Myrtle (Hope) Mapes.
After graduating high school, she married Robert J. Dowell on June 32, 1951. Pat and Robert were married for 64 years until his death on October 8, 2015. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family, their home, and providing a strong devotion of love and faith to God. She took her faith in God very seriously. She devoted time daily to read her Bible while learning the meaning and origin to each of the scriptures. She was active in helping with Bible studies and Bible School.
At a young age, Pat believed in family unity. She was active as a Den Mother for many years while her children were in scouts. She encouraged the neighborhood kids to get together and play while always having cookies and snacks. She began setting up annual family reunions that have been camping traditions for decades, and the next scheduled camp was planned for this coming weekend. Pat will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Survivors include her four children, Donald (Cathy) Dowell of Wichita, Kansas, Douglas (Stephanie) Dowell of Longton, Kansas, Marcia (Kenton) Baughman of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Mitch (Kandy) Dowell of Longton, Kansas; 15 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded by her parents; her husband, Robert; a son, David; and a brother, Leland Mapes.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Elk City, Kansas with visitation one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Longton Cemetery in Longton, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to the church and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
After graduating high school, she married Robert J. Dowell on June 32, 1951. Pat and Robert were married for 64 years until his death on October 8, 2015. She dedicated her life to taking care of her family, their home, and providing a strong devotion of love and faith to God. She took her faith in God very seriously. She devoted time daily to read her Bible while learning the meaning and origin to each of the scriptures. She was active in helping with Bible studies and Bible School.
At a young age, Pat believed in family unity. She was active as a Den Mother for many years while her children were in scouts. She encouraged the neighborhood kids to get together and play while always having cookies and snacks. She began setting up annual family reunions that have been camping traditions for decades, and the next scheduled camp was planned for this coming weekend. Pat will be deeply missed by her family and friends.
Survivors include her four children, Donald (Cathy) Dowell of Wichita, Kansas, Douglas (Stephanie) Dowell of Longton, Kansas, Marcia (Kenton) Baughman of Lincoln, Nebraska, and Mitch (Kandy) Dowell of Longton, Kansas; 15 grandchildren, 48 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild. She was preceded by her parents; her husband, Robert; a son, David; and a brother, Leland Mapes.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Elk City, Kansas with visitation one hour prior to service time. Burial will follow at Longton Cemetery in Longton, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to the church and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
#18
Obituaries / TOWN, Charlene Fern - b. Octob...
Last post by patyrn - September 23, 2025, 09:20:15 AMCharlene Fern Town of Eureka, Kansas passed away on September 216, 2025 at the Eureka Nursing Ceneter in Eureka, Kansas at the age of 84. She was born on October 25, 1940 on the family farm northeast of Eureka to Charles Fredrick and Nellie Florence (Cook) Denner. She was raised in the area, graduating from Tonovay High School with the Class of 1958.
In her youth, she worked at Dairy Queen and later waitressed before owning the Jiffy Burger Cafe. On January 5, 1964, Charlene was united in marriage to William Alvin "Willie" Nordmeyer in Eureka. To this union, three children were born. During this time, Charlene was every bit a ranch wife, milking cow, raising bucket calves, and providing many wonderful home-cooked meals.
After this marriage ended, Charlene's passion for helping others led her to become an EMT where she volunteered for five years with the Greenwood County Ambulance Service. She then worked at Medicalodge in Eureka for over eleven years as the Department Head of Restorative Services. On September 2, 1977, Charlene married Junior Milton Town in Eureka. She decided to return to school and became a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant, working at Our Lady of Lourdes in Wichita, Kansas before moving to Greenwood County Hospital. She retired in 2001 due to mobility problems.
Charlene was a member of the Christian & Congregational Church, the church board, President of the Christian & Congregational Women's Fellowship, and served on the Missions and Memorial Committees and was a member of the choir for over 30 years. She was a member of the Sweet Adelines, Union Community EHU President, CEHE, Greenwood County American Cancer Society, Co-Lader of the Union Shockers 4-H Club, and was the Foods Leader. During her working and volunteer life, Charlene was recognized in many ways including Employee of the Month, Employee of the Quarter out of 30 health care facilities in a four-state area, Therapist of the Year, and received the Human Dignity Award.
Charlene loved traveling. She visited many states including the non-contiguous ones as well as Canada and Ireland. She loved reading, flower gardening, and singing, but above all, she loved spending time with her family.
Charlene is survived by her daughters, Julie (Ralph) Bilson of Eureka, Kansas, Michelle (Alan) Johnson of Eureka, Kansas, and Marcy Nordmeyer of Kansas City, Missouri; one step-son, Larry Town of Howard, Kansas; four grandchildren, Lane, Gentry, Kennedy, and Cody; three great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Blake, and Maggie; one brother, David Denner of Florence, South Carolina; and numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two step-children, Jeff Town and Cheryl McCoy; and four siblings, Wildine Denner, Rilda Cook, Arleta Carter, and Julia Seward.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Koup Family Funeral Home in Eureka, Kansas with Pastor Dan Buck of the Christian & Congregational Church officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Eureka. Visitation is set for 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial be made to the Christian & Congregational Church or to the Eureka Public Library. Contributions may be sent in care of Koup Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 595, Eureka, Kansas 67045 which is overseeing arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.koupfunerals.com.
(taken from the Koup Family Funeral Home website)
In her youth, she worked at Dairy Queen and later waitressed before owning the Jiffy Burger Cafe. On January 5, 1964, Charlene was united in marriage to William Alvin "Willie" Nordmeyer in Eureka. To this union, three children were born. During this time, Charlene was every bit a ranch wife, milking cow, raising bucket calves, and providing many wonderful home-cooked meals.
After this marriage ended, Charlene's passion for helping others led her to become an EMT where she volunteered for five years with the Greenwood County Ambulance Service. She then worked at Medicalodge in Eureka for over eleven years as the Department Head of Restorative Services. On September 2, 1977, Charlene married Junior Milton Town in Eureka. She decided to return to school and became a Certified Physical Therapist Assistant, working at Our Lady of Lourdes in Wichita, Kansas before moving to Greenwood County Hospital. She retired in 2001 due to mobility problems.
Charlene was a member of the Christian & Congregational Church, the church board, President of the Christian & Congregational Women's Fellowship, and served on the Missions and Memorial Committees and was a member of the choir for over 30 years. She was a member of the Sweet Adelines, Union Community EHU President, CEHE, Greenwood County American Cancer Society, Co-Lader of the Union Shockers 4-H Club, and was the Foods Leader. During her working and volunteer life, Charlene was recognized in many ways including Employee of the Month, Employee of the Quarter out of 30 health care facilities in a four-state area, Therapist of the Year, and received the Human Dignity Award.
Charlene loved traveling. She visited many states including the non-contiguous ones as well as Canada and Ireland. She loved reading, flower gardening, and singing, but above all, she loved spending time with her family.
Charlene is survived by her daughters, Julie (Ralph) Bilson of Eureka, Kansas, Michelle (Alan) Johnson of Eureka, Kansas, and Marcy Nordmeyer of Kansas City, Missouri; one step-son, Larry Town of Howard, Kansas; four grandchildren, Lane, Gentry, Kennedy, and Cody; three great-grandchildren, Maxwell, Blake, and Maggie; one brother, David Denner of Florence, South Carolina; and numerous step-grandchildren, step-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; two step-children, Jeff Town and Cheryl McCoy; and four siblings, Wildine Denner, Rilda Cook, Arleta Carter, and Julia Seward.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 19, 2025 at Koup Family Funeral Home in Eureka, Kansas with Pastor Dan Buck of the Christian & Congregational Church officiating. Interment will follow at Greenwood Cemetery in Eureka. Visitation is set for 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 18, 2025 at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial be made to the Christian & Congregational Church or to the Eureka Public Library. Contributions may be sent in care of Koup Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 595, Eureka, Kansas 67045 which is overseeing arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.koupfunerals.com.
(taken from the Koup Family Funeral Home website)
#19
Obituaries / DOANE, Melvin G. - b. February...
Last post by patyrn - September 23, 2025, 09:01:38 AMMelvin G. Doane, age 100, passed away on September 18, 2025 at the Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield, Kanas. He was born on February 8, 1925 in Ringwood, Oklahoma, the son of Luther Ellsworth and Amy Amanda (Glover) Doane.
In 1945, Melvin joined the United States Army and served until October 1946 during World War II. On September 1, 1961, Melvin married Joyce May Jacobs. They were married for 56 years until her death on January 3, 2018.
Melvin was a very hard-working, kind, giving, and caring man that loved his family. He was always there to help, no matter what he had going on. He worked for Cessna in Wichita, Kansas for 37 years. When he was not there, he could be found on his tractor in the field, taking care of his animals, riding his horses, or building something. Melvine was a former member of Odd Fellows and a current member of the American Legion.
Melvin is survived by four children: Calvin (Lillian) Doane of Kiowa, Kansas, Frank (Tammy) Doane of Howard, Kansas, Amy (Chris) Lance of Winfield, Kansas, and Bobbie (Richard) Coldwell of Azle, Texas; his brother, Hugh Dewayne (Marina) Doane of Homestead, Florida; seven grandchildren; ten step-grandchildren; seven great-grandchidlren; and 20 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joyce; a daughter, Mary; siblings, Eugene, Luther, Jr., Ernest, Donald, Marie, Lucile, and Amy; and grandsons, Christopher Austin and Brenden Nally.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at the Severy United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time with burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to the Severy UMC and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
In 1945, Melvin joined the United States Army and served until October 1946 during World War II. On September 1, 1961, Melvin married Joyce May Jacobs. They were married for 56 years until her death on January 3, 2018.
Melvin was a very hard-working, kind, giving, and caring man that loved his family. He was always there to help, no matter what he had going on. He worked for Cessna in Wichita, Kansas for 37 years. When he was not there, he could be found on his tractor in the field, taking care of his animals, riding his horses, or building something. Melvine was a former member of Odd Fellows and a current member of the American Legion.
Melvin is survived by four children: Calvin (Lillian) Doane of Kiowa, Kansas, Frank (Tammy) Doane of Howard, Kansas, Amy (Chris) Lance of Winfield, Kansas, and Bobbie (Richard) Coldwell of Azle, Texas; his brother, Hugh Dewayne (Marina) Doane of Homestead, Florida; seven grandchildren; ten step-grandchildren; seven great-grandchidlren; and 20 step-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joyce; a daughter, Mary; siblings, Eugene, Luther, Jr., Ernest, Donald, Marie, Lucile, and Amy; and grandsons, Christopher Austin and Brenden Nally.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. at the Severy United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to service time with burial to follow at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy, Kansas. Memorials have been suggested to the Severy UMC and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington, Howard, Kansas 67349.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
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The Coffee Shop / Re: Killerpapers pricing revie...
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