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#91
Obituaries / DAVIS, Ervin L. - b. April 8, ...
Last post by patyrn - July 09, 2025, 09:05:16 AMErvin L. Davis, age 63, of Longton, Kansas, passed away on July 2, 2025 at Labette Health in Independence, Kansas. He was born on April 8, 1962 in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Harry E. and Roberta M. (McElroy) Davis.
After high school, Ervin joined the United States Army and served his country proudly. After receiving his honorable discharge, he went back to school and became a master electrician. Ervin worked for Lear Jet and Spears Manufacturing until his retirement.
Ervin enjoyed going fishing and hunting and spending time with his dog, Buddy. He was the current Chief of the Longton Volunteer Fire Department, a Mason with the Carson Lodge #132 of Elk City, Kansas, Shriners, and a member of the VFW Post #1186 in Independence, Kansas and the Carter-Rader American Legion Post #0149 in Howard, Kansas. He also was a blacksmith and enjoyed forging knives. A friend to many, he would help anyone who would ask him.
On January 23, 1995, Ervin married Teresa B. Martinez, and she survives at their home. Other survivors include his sons, Luke Davis and companion Erica of Emporia, Kansas and John Davis of Emporia, Kansas; siblings, Sharon (Kevin) Hazelwood of Wichita, Kansas, Jackie Baty of Sedan, Kansa, and Olivia Taylor of Wichita, Kansas; and his mother, Roberta Davis-Taylor of Longton, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry; a sister, Anna Crocker, and stepfather, Alvin Taylor.
Cremation has been requested. The family will be having a Celebration of Life service on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Longton Christian Community Church in Longton, Kansas with inurnment to follow at Longton Cemetery. Memorials have been suggested to the Longton Fire Department and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th Street, Fredonia, Kansas 66736.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
After high school, Ervin joined the United States Army and served his country proudly. After receiving his honorable discharge, he went back to school and became a master electrician. Ervin worked for Lear Jet and Spears Manufacturing until his retirement.
Ervin enjoyed going fishing and hunting and spending time with his dog, Buddy. He was the current Chief of the Longton Volunteer Fire Department, a Mason with the Carson Lodge #132 of Elk City, Kansas, Shriners, and a member of the VFW Post #1186 in Independence, Kansas and the Carter-Rader American Legion Post #0149 in Howard, Kansas. He also was a blacksmith and enjoyed forging knives. A friend to many, he would help anyone who would ask him.
On January 23, 1995, Ervin married Teresa B. Martinez, and she survives at their home. Other survivors include his sons, Luke Davis and companion Erica of Emporia, Kansas and John Davis of Emporia, Kansas; siblings, Sharon (Kevin) Hazelwood of Wichita, Kansas, Jackie Baty of Sedan, Kansa, and Olivia Taylor of Wichita, Kansas; and his mother, Roberta Davis-Taylor of Longton, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry; a sister, Anna Crocker, and stepfather, Alvin Taylor.
Cremation has been requested. The family will be having a Celebration of Life service on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Longton Christian Community Church in Longton, Kansas with inurnment to follow at Longton Cemetery. Memorials have been suggested to the Longton Fire Department and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.countrysidefh.com. Services are under the direction of Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th Street, Fredonia, Kansas 66736.
(taken from the Countryside Funeral Home website)
#92
Politics / Re: OVAL OFFICE BUFFOONERY
Last post by CCarl - July 08, 2025, 12:33:05 PMWho Owns This Mobster . . . Any Guesses?
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/12-key-questions-all-americans-should-ask-about-shameful-attempt-cover-truth-about
Trump punts on Epstein.
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/12-key-questions-all-americans-should-ask-about-shameful-attempt-cover-truth-about
Trump punts on Epstein.
#93
Obituaries / GONZALEZ, Carolyn Marie (Broga...
Last post by patyrn - July 05, 2025, 10:53:38 AMCarolyn Marie Gonzalez, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on June 10, 2025 in Stamford, Connecticut. Born on September 27, 1943 in Winfield, Kansas, she was the daughter of Joseph and Marjorie (Nichols) Brogan.
Carolyn graduated from Grenola High School in Grenola, Kansas before continuing her education at Pittsburg State College in Pittsburg, Kansas where she completed her degree in three years. She finished her studies with a Master's Degree in Finance from Long Island University. She married Richard "Rick" Gonzalez, and together they enjoyed over 47 years of marriage.
Carolyn's long and successful career in the airline industry, including Pan American and British Airways, enabled her family to travel the world. In addition to her love of travel, she found joy in hosting wonderful dinner parties and growing extensive gardens. After retiring from British Airways, Carolyn embraced her role as a devoted grandmother to Cole, Elizabeth (Libby), Richard (Richie) and Mabel.
Carolyn is survived by her husband, Rick; their daughters, Christine (Ryan) Olivera and Lynn (Sean) Crookston; her siblings, Gary (Vicki) Brogan, Donella Johnson, Nancy (James Boomsma) Crowell, Janice Winters, Marty (Tom) Ware, Linda Sinnett, and Dana (David) Denton; her aunt, Jetta Shaw; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Marjorie Brogan, and her brothers, Patrick Brogan and Carl "Beaver" Brogan.
The family welcomes friends to celebrate Carolyn's life at an open house at Carolyn and Rick's home on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please reach out to Rick, Christine, or Lynn for additional information. A graveside service will also be held in Moline, Kansas on August 9, 2025. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pat Brogan Scholarship Fund in Carolyn's honor via Venmo @patbroganscholarship or check payable to Pat Brogan Scholarship and sent to Howard State Bank, P.O. Box 428, Howard, Kansas 67349. Nutmeg Cremation Society of Stamford, Connecticut has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Nutmeg Cremation Society website)
Carolyn graduated from Grenola High School in Grenola, Kansas before continuing her education at Pittsburg State College in Pittsburg, Kansas where she completed her degree in three years. She finished her studies with a Master's Degree in Finance from Long Island University. She married Richard "Rick" Gonzalez, and together they enjoyed over 47 years of marriage.
Carolyn's long and successful career in the airline industry, including Pan American and British Airways, enabled her family to travel the world. In addition to her love of travel, she found joy in hosting wonderful dinner parties and growing extensive gardens. After retiring from British Airways, Carolyn embraced her role as a devoted grandmother to Cole, Elizabeth (Libby), Richard (Richie) and Mabel.
Carolyn is survived by her husband, Rick; their daughters, Christine (Ryan) Olivera and Lynn (Sean) Crookston; her siblings, Gary (Vicki) Brogan, Donella Johnson, Nancy (James Boomsma) Crowell, Janice Winters, Marty (Tom) Ware, Linda Sinnett, and Dana (David) Denton; her aunt, Jetta Shaw; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joe and Marjorie Brogan, and her brothers, Patrick Brogan and Carl "Beaver" Brogan.
The family welcomes friends to celebrate Carolyn's life at an open house at Carolyn and Rick's home on Saturday, July 26, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Please reach out to Rick, Christine, or Lynn for additional information. A graveside service will also be held in Moline, Kansas on August 9, 2025. Memorial contributions may be made to the Pat Brogan Scholarship Fund in Carolyn's honor via Venmo @patbroganscholarship or check payable to Pat Brogan Scholarship and sent to Howard State Bank, P.O. Box 428, Howard, Kansas 67349. Nutmeg Cremation Society of Stamford, Connecticut has been entrusted with arrangements.
(taken from the Nutmeg Cremation Society website)
#94
Politics / Re: LONGTON'S WOES
Last post by CCarl - July 04, 2025, 11:39:13 AMThe Essence of Longton's Demise & Elk County's Poverty
https://www.zerohedge.com/food/weve-become-serfs-our-own-land-usda-trap-foreign-land-sales-and-collapse-american-farming
What else would it be, but government interference in land ownership and the marketplace. If you 'get' this, you will also 'get' where change has to start. And wrong, it does NOT start with more subsidies.
https://www.zerohedge.com/food/weve-become-serfs-our-own-land-usda-trap-foreign-land-sales-and-collapse-american-farming
What else would it be, but government interference in land ownership and the marketplace. If you 'get' this, you will also 'get' where change has to start. And wrong, it does NOT start with more subsidies.
#95
Obituaries / BURKE-HILL, Patricia Louise (C...
Last post by patyrn - June 30, 2025, 09:31:29 AMPatricia Louise (Clogston) Hill was born July 29, 1932 in Severy, Kansas to Charles E. and Lillian Irene (Ivey) Clogston. She passed from this life on January 10. 2025 in Sulphur, Oklahoma at the age of 92 years.
Patricia grew up in Severy, graduating from Severy High School, Class of 1950. She married Mike Burke in 1951. To this union were born two sons, Kelly Michael and Timothy Shane. Early in her married life, Patricia worked on the family farm and devoted her time to raising her two sons. In the early 1970s, she began working as a secretary at Severy High School.
On October 11, 1977, she married John D. "Bud" Hill, making their home in Kingwood, Texas. It was in Kingwood that she began working in the retail banking industry, later retiring as a branch manager. In 2010, she and Bud moved to Davis, Oklahoma to be closer to family.
Patricia was a truly kind, gentle lady. She was a devoted member of the Central Church of Believers where she was continually active through the church. She was never one to sit idle. She was always busy working on various types of puzzles and playing cards with her cousin, Shirley Marshall.
Patricia is survived by her two sons, Kelly (Marilyn) Burke of Davis, Oklahoma and Tim (Dana) Burke of Severy, Kansas; grandchildren, Jimi (Glenn) Bechtel, Jasey (Sarah) Burke, Kelly Rayn (Allison) Burke, Dawn Spencer, and Taylor (Brandon) Thompson; great-grandchildren, Graham and Brianne Bechtel, Ella Burke, Nolan and Mason Burke, Parker and Lucy Thompson, and Charlotte and Henry Pfister; her beloved cousin, Shirley Marshall whom she thought of as a sister; as well as her loving church family of Central Church. In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by the father of her children, Mike Burke; her husband, Bud Hill; her brother, James Clogston; and an infant brother.
A service of remembrance was held on January 24, 2025 at the Central Church of Believers in Sulphur, Oklahoma officiated by Brother Thomas J. Thompson. Services were entrusted to Hale's Funeral Home of Davis, Oklahoma.
(taken from the Eureka Herald website)
Patricia grew up in Severy, graduating from Severy High School, Class of 1950. She married Mike Burke in 1951. To this union were born two sons, Kelly Michael and Timothy Shane. Early in her married life, Patricia worked on the family farm and devoted her time to raising her two sons. In the early 1970s, she began working as a secretary at Severy High School.
On October 11, 1977, she married John D. "Bud" Hill, making their home in Kingwood, Texas. It was in Kingwood that she began working in the retail banking industry, later retiring as a branch manager. In 2010, she and Bud moved to Davis, Oklahoma to be closer to family.
Patricia was a truly kind, gentle lady. She was a devoted member of the Central Church of Believers where she was continually active through the church. She was never one to sit idle. She was always busy working on various types of puzzles and playing cards with her cousin, Shirley Marshall.
Patricia is survived by her two sons, Kelly (Marilyn) Burke of Davis, Oklahoma and Tim (Dana) Burke of Severy, Kansas; grandchildren, Jimi (Glenn) Bechtel, Jasey (Sarah) Burke, Kelly Rayn (Allison) Burke, Dawn Spencer, and Taylor (Brandon) Thompson; great-grandchildren, Graham and Brianne Bechtel, Ella Burke, Nolan and Mason Burke, Parker and Lucy Thompson, and Charlotte and Henry Pfister; her beloved cousin, Shirley Marshall whom she thought of as a sister; as well as her loving church family of Central Church. In addition to her parents, Patricia was preceded in death by the father of her children, Mike Burke; her husband, Bud Hill; her brother, James Clogston; and an infant brother.
A service of remembrance was held on January 24, 2025 at the Central Church of Believers in Sulphur, Oklahoma officiated by Brother Thomas J. Thompson. Services were entrusted to Hale's Funeral Home of Davis, Oklahoma.
(taken from the Eureka Herald website)
#96
Politics / Re: A SKEPTIC'S VIEW
Last post by CCarl - June 29, 2025, 09:38:50 PMWill Trump Act?
Last week it was the National Guard and the Marines in LALA land on Trump's unilateral order, without the Governor's request.
Now it is this: https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/everyones-been-shot-here-arsonists-set-wildfire-northern-idaho-open-fire-firefighters
Will Trump do it again? Will he send in the NG and Marines to hunt LEO killers? If he does, you will know both events were false flags to condition us for nationwide Martial Law.
That's what Trump wants, isn't it? That's what Hillary, Biden, and Harris also wanted. See, there is really only a single political power in the USA. Trump can suspend elections under martial law. That way he can stay in office, AND he can prevent the Democrats from controlling Congress. What do the tea leaves say?.
Last week it was the National Guard and the Marines in LALA land on Trump's unilateral order, without the Governor's request.
Now it is this: https://www.zerohedge.com/weather/everyones-been-shot-here-arsonists-set-wildfire-northern-idaho-open-fire-firefighters
Will Trump do it again? Will he send in the NG and Marines to hunt LEO killers? If he does, you will know both events were false flags to condition us for nationwide Martial Law.
That's what Trump wants, isn't it? That's what Hillary, Biden, and Harris also wanted. See, there is really only a single political power in the USA. Trump can suspend elections under martial law. That way he can stay in office, AND he can prevent the Democrats from controlling Congress. What do the tea leaves say?.
#97
Politics / Re: OVAL OFFICE BUFFOONERY
Last post by CCarl - June 28, 2025, 02:36:54 PMIn 1837 my Great Great Grandfather McCall and his wife moved from Toronto Canada to LaPorte Indiana. They had an ox-pulled wagon with a few possessions, two little boys, and a milk cow. My GG grandfather walked along the ox with a whip to make him work. My G grandfather-to-be was 6 years old and rode in the wagon, holding the reins. My GG grandmother walked behind the wagon, making sure the milk cow didn't stray too far. Oh, she also held her one-year old son in her arms as she walked, nursing him as needed. They crossed the Canadian-American border without papers, without checking in, without any American's permission.
They leased land, had more kids, then moved to Michigan, then to Wisconsin. My GG grandfather followed behind the pioneers who logged the forest and moved on. He pulled the stumps and planted the first crops. Then he used the dense wood of the stumps to hand make ox collars for plowing. A true story, so says the autobiography of my G grandfather's brother John, who fought in, and survived, the War Between the States.
Unless we have Native American bloodlines, ALL our ancestors to this country were immigrants [and some we label 'Natives' were immigrants as well]. Many immigrants checked-in at places like Eliis Island, many more just walked across the border like my McCall ancestors, or slipped over the side of the ship in the night. What makes them illegals?
Not sure how the American government claims immigrants are illegals. Two separate subjects, according to the Constitution. Can anyone show me the actual text of the Article of the Constitution that delegates the authority for ICE or DHS to the national government? Please do, if you find it. I do not care what legislation Congress has passed and a President signed. SCOTUS has stated repeatedly over the generations that any legislation, order, or administrative action that is repugnant to the Constitution has no lawful standing.
Immigrants built this d*mned country! Today, Trump, Homan, Hegseth, and Noem call my ancestors illegals. Flock those Nazis!! They speak of making the country great again. The country is really no more than words on paper, and artificial, political boundaries drawn on maps. They do not speak of allowing people to make their own greatness, to follow their dreams and desires. Our 'leaders' don't give a sh*t about people, they only care for paperwork that makes them wealthy at our expense. And in the biggest picture, we are ALL native to Earth. Why should a line on a map limit that?
#98
Politics / Re: A SKEPTIC'S VIEW
Last post by CCarl - June 28, 2025, 02:29:56 PMDonald the LameDuck Trump?
Will his current war-mongering and tariff-charging quackery cost him the mid-term elections in the Senate and the House? Will he lose the support of the anti-war Right? MAGA is fractured. How long before Kennedy & Gabbard also abandon Trump?
Will his current war-mongering and tariff-charging quackery cost him the mid-term elections in the Senate and the House? Will he lose the support of the anti-war Right? MAGA is fractured. How long before Kennedy & Gabbard also abandon Trump?
#99
Obituaries / BROWN, Joy Faith - b. December...
Last post by patyrn - June 27, 2025, 08:25:28 PMJoy Faith Brown of Severy, Kansas, passed away June 23, 2025 at her home in Severy at the age of 66. She was born on December 10, 1958 in Iola, Kansas, the daughter of William Eugene and Florence Irene (Heath) Brown.
Joy spent her formative years being raised in Humboldt, Kansas where she attended local schools. She later lived in California where her son, Petey, was born. After the profound loss of her son, Joy felt the need to be closer to family and subsequently made the move to Severy, seeking the comfort and support of her loved ones.
Joy embraced a simple life, finding contentment in the quiet rhythms of her days. Her greatest joys often revolved around the loving companionship she shared with her mother, creating cherished memories in their shared moments. She also found immense comfort and happiness in the unwavering affection of her beloved dogs and cats who were truly part of her family.
Joy is survived by two siblings, Gene Brown of Severy, Kansas and Joseph Brown of Eureka, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Petey; her partner, Anthony "Tony" Bahr; and a brother, Virgil Leon Brown.
Cremation has taken place. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy, Kansas. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.koupfunerals.com. Koup Family Funeral Home in Eureka, Kansas is overseeing arrangements.
(taken from the Koup Family Funeral Home website)
Joy spent her formative years being raised in Humboldt, Kansas where she attended local schools. She later lived in California where her son, Petey, was born. After the profound loss of her son, Joy felt the need to be closer to family and subsequently made the move to Severy, seeking the comfort and support of her loved ones.
Joy embraced a simple life, finding contentment in the quiet rhythms of her days. Her greatest joys often revolved around the loving companionship she shared with her mother, creating cherished memories in their shared moments. She also found immense comfort and happiness in the unwavering affection of her beloved dogs and cats who were truly part of her family.
Joy is survived by two siblings, Gene Brown of Severy, Kansas and Joseph Brown of Eureka, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her parents; her son, Petey; her partner, Anthony "Tony" Bahr; and a brother, Virgil Leon Brown.
Cremation has taken place. Private family inurnment will be held at a later date at South Lawn Cemetery in Severy, Kansas. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.koupfunerals.com. Koup Family Funeral Home in Eureka, Kansas is overseeing arrangements.
(taken from the Koup Family Funeral Home website)
#100
Obituaries / JOHNSON, Harold Murl - b. Marc...
Last post by patyrn - June 27, 2025, 08:12:47 PMHarold Murl Johnson, age 84, of Grenola, Kansas, passed away June 24, 2025 at the Kansas Veterans Home in Winfield, Kansas. He was born March 9, 1941 in Inola, Oklahoma.
Harold joined the United States Marine Corps in 1959. He proudly served his country until receiving an honorable discharge in 1965.
Private interment will take place at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Winfield, Kansas at a later date under the direction of Miles Funeral Service of Winfield, Kansas.
(taken from the Miles Funeral Service website)
Harold joined the United States Marine Corps in 1959. He proudly served his country until receiving an honorable discharge in 1965.
Private interment will take place at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery in Winfield, Kansas at a later date under the direction of Miles Funeral Service of Winfield, Kansas.
(taken from the Miles Funeral Service website)
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