Eva Lou Selby August 25, 1933 — November 23, 2025 Brewster, Kansas Eva Lou (Sire) Selby was born August 25, 1933 to George & Anna (Averill) Sire in Offerle, Kansas. She departed this life November 23, 2025, at Prairie Senior Living Complex, Colby, Kansas at the age of 92.

Dixie Marie (Black) Fields of Menlo, KS passed away November 17, 2025. She was born on August 5, 1955, to Carl Duane and Darlene Faye (Larson) Black. She grew up in Oberlin, Kansas and graduated from Decatur County High School in 1973. While still in high school, she was introduced to the love of her life, Richard Fields, by his best friend, Phil Wurm. They married on December 14, 1973. To this union were born four children.

Lila D. Jenkins, lovingly known to many as “Aunt Lila” or “Aunt Bea,” passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, in Tribune, Kansas, at the age of 78. She was born on October 4, 1947, in Wickes, Arkansas, to James Nolan Jenkins and Ora Minnie Demorest Jenkins. Lila grew up in a large and loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings Lou Ann, Laverne, Loyd Nolan (Marsha) Jenkins, Lady Lou Jenkins, Laurel (Joel) Miller, James Lacey (Joy) Jenkins, Li

Margaret (Margie) Ellen Flanagin (Ziegelmeier) January 5, 1942 – November 10, 2025 Margaret “Margie” Ellen Flanagin, 83, of Odon, Indiana, formerly of Gem, Kansas, passed peacefully from this life on November 10, 2025. Born January 5, 1942, in Colby, Kansas, to C. Ernest (Ernie) and Mary Elizabeth (Libby) Ziegelmeier, Margie was raised on the family farm near Gem, where she learned the value of hard work, family, and faith. She graduated from Gem High School in 1960 and m

Kenneth Lee Idol was born on March 13th, 1939, in Meeker, CO. Ken attended Colorado State University and obtained a Bachler’s of Science in Business. While in his fraternity, he met Carol (Sukey) Peck while she also attended school. They soon wed and welcomed their first child, Cynthia Idol, in 1961. Upon graduating from college, Ken was employed as a manager for Woolworth drug store.

October 25, 1943 — November 16, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Charles “Chuck” A. Ihrig, 82, of Goodland, Kansas passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. He was born on October 25, 1943 as the oldest son to the late Arthur and Grace (Rhoads) Ihrig.

Patricia Headley was born on October 15, 1962, passed away November 15, 2025, at the age of 63. She was born in Burlington, CO to Orlin & JoeAnna Tonsing she is the 7th of 12 children. She lived in many places around Colorado before moving back to Burlington in 2013. Pat worked at the Midway Theatre during high school, after graduation she renovated rental houses for several years before finally settling in Denver, CO where she met her lifelong partner Marla Cutler of 25 year

December 14, 1938 — November 2, 2025 Colorado Springs, Colorado Doris Arlene (Rhoads) Venden, 86, passed away on Sunday November 2, 2025 at UC Memorial Hospital Central in Colorado Springs, Colorado surrounded by family. Doris was a resident of Colorado Springs, Colorado, but was originally from Goodland, Kansas.

Don W. Coonrod was born December 3, 1940 on the farm in rural Munden, KS to Wesley and Esther (Dugger) Coonrod and passed away November 6, 2025 at the age of 84. Don grew up in rural Munden attending Munden High School. He later attended and graduated from Brown Mackie College with an Associates Degree in Business. Don worked for Orscheln’s Farm Store for over 25 years retiring as the manager of the Goodland, KS location.

Larry LeRoy Winslow December 21, 1948 — November 4, 2025 Burlington, Colorado Larry LeRoy Winslow was born on December 21, 1948 to Clarence Leroy and Loas Marie (Wachs) Winslow in Burlington Colorado. He passed from this life on November 4th, 2025 at the Medical Center of Aurora surrounded by family.

Leona Louise Buell October 18, 1937 — November 9, 2025 Wallace, Kansas Memorial contributions may be made out to Hope Springs and may be left at the services or mailed to Koons-Russell Funeral Home, 211 N. Main Ave., Goodland, KS 67735.

Jack E. Eklund, a lifelong farmer, rancher, and devoted member of the Goodland community, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2025, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Born on January 27, 1938, to Minnie and Carl Eklund, Jack grew up with strong family values and a love for the land that guided him throughout his life. He shared his childhood with his beloved sisters — Betty Lou Eklund(deceased), Shirley Burke, Carlene Herl(deceased), L. Ann Domsch, and Faye Cooper

Doris Arlene Venden December 14, 1938 — November 2, 2025 Colorado Springs, Colorado +− Graveside Service Thursday, November 20, 2025 Starts at 10:30 am (Mountain time) Goodland Cemetery 510 N Main Ave, Goodland, KS 67735

Scott Bruce Kribs June 29, 1959 — November 1, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Goodland, KS resident Scott Bruce Kribs, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 1, 2025 at his home in Goodland.

Ginger Lee Cousins, 75, of Oakley, died Friday, November 7, 2025. She was born on May 13, 1950, in Norton, KS, to Earl and Evelyn (Martin) Kinne. Ginger married Simon Cousins on March 5, 1970. She enjoyed her pets, attending church and taking part in church activities. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Simon Cousins; son Marvin Cousins; and sister Bonnie Deitsch.

Longtime Goodland, KS resident, Ervin Luverne Elfman, Jr., 87, passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at St. Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, CO. Ervin “Erv” Elfman — lovingly known as Sonny to his siblings and friends, and Papa to his grandchildren — lived a life full of laughter, generosity, and love.

November 27, 1953 — November 4, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Ainan Eugene Berg, 71, passed away at Hope Springs in Sharon Springs on November 4, 2025. He was born on November 27, 1953 to Ainan and Betty (Young) Berg, in North Platte, NE.

Delores D. Lockhart, 70, of Oakley, died Monday, November 3, 2025. She was born October 19, 1955, in Quinter, KS, to Victor and Esmaria “Esta” (Wolf) Schmidtberger. Delores grew up on the family farm near Grainfield and graduated from Wheatland High School in 1973.

Art Zimmerly passed away on November 1, 2025, at the Rawlins County Medical Center. He was 78 years old.

Robert E. Boyle, Jr. May 21, 1944 — October 19, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Robert Elmo Boyle Jr. was born to Robert Elmo Boyle Sr. and Clarisse Watkins Boyle on May 21, 1944 in Washington MO. The family lived on the Ralston Purina Research Farm at Grey Summit where Bob’s dad was manager of the poultry department. He could tell many stories of farm activities and meeting visitors from other countries.