Richard Lee Frerichs January 6, 1948 — July 10, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Richard Lee Frerichs, age 77, passed away on July 10, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lafayette, Colorado. He was born on January 6, 1948, in Goodland, Kansas to William H. and Thelma (Biggs) Frerichs.

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of a beloved soul, Judith Jean (Bond) Harvey, whose presence graced the lives of many. Though each life’s story is uniquely written, the memory of a cherished individual lives on in the tapestry of those they touched, woven into the gentle laughter at a family gathering, the wisdom shared in quiet moments, and the kindness extended to friends and strangers alike. Judith was born on January 17, 1941, t

Naomi Ruth Crossley, 90, of Oakley, passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, at Logan County Independent Living Apartments, where she had been a resident for almost eight years, in Oakley, KS. She was born December 9, 1934, at home in Wellington, KS to Loyal M. and Leona (Blunk) Gaskill. Naomi Ruth Gaskill married Galyn F. Crossley June 5, 1955, at First Christian Church in Wellington, KS.

Gladys Evelyn Sramek, 104, of Atwood, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at Prairie Senior Living Complex in Colby, surrounded by love. Gladys was born on March 21, 1921, on her family’s farm in Sylvan Grove, Kansas, to Frank and Mary (Vocasek) Shanelec. The youngest of six children, she grew up knowing the value of hard work and the joy of family. After graduating high school, she moved to Denver, Colorado, where she met the love of her life, Huber

Patrick Aaron Porter, 62 of Oakley died on July 9, 2025, at his home southwest of Oakley. He was born on June 27, 1963, to J.G. (Pete) Porter and Mary Ann (Temaat) Porter in Oakley and was the youngest of five children.

Well done, Good and Faithful Servant! Michelle Kae (Hamacher) Cure was born on November 7, 1986, to Rod and Jannette (Nall) Hamacher in Hugo, CO. After a long illness, she entered peacefully into eternal life on July 14, 2025, surrounded by her family in their home in Stratton, CO.

April 22, 1968 — July 9, 2025 Paulden, Arizona "Skeeter" Steven W. Finley, age 57, of Paulden, Arizona, saddled up and rode off into the sunset to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 9, 2025.

Funeral Services for Goodland, Kansas resident Richard Frerichs, 77 will be held Saturday, July 19, 10:30 AM MT First Christian Church Goodland, Kansas Burial: Goodland Cemetery

Funeral Services for Goodland, Kansas resident Mary V. Harper, 101 will be held Monday, July 14, 10:00 AM MT Emmanuel Lutheran Church Goodland, Kansas Burial: Goodland Cemetery

March 9, 1960 — July 4, 2025 Goodland, KS Goodland, KS resident Donald Joseph Johnson, 65, passed away at this home north of Ruleton on Friday, July 4, 2025 surrounded by his family.

With deep love and cherished memories, the family of Patty Lou Wagoner announces her passing on July 7, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on February 9, 1938, on the family farm in McDonald, Kansas, to Laurel and Maudie Kelley. Pat lived a remarkable life defined by strength, humor, and a boundless heart for others.

Brandon Pierce Gaede April 28, 1995 - June 27, 2025 Phillipsburg resident, Brandon Pierce Gaede, passed away June 27, 2025 at the Phillips County Hospital in Phillipsburg at the age of 30.

Robert “Bob” Duane Ekberg, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025, at the age of 96, at Prairie Senior Living Complex in Colby, Kansas. Born on August 7, 1928, to Morris and Merle Ekberg, Bob was raised on the family farm where he cultivated a lifelong connection to the land. He graduated from Levant High School in 1946, where he played basketball and later continued playing on the town team.

David (Dave) Lee Mariman, 61, of Grand Island, Nebraska, died on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Citizens Medical Center in Colby, Kansas, surrounded by his family.

William “Bill” Leo Wieland, 94, of Colby passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025. He died peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones. Bill was born in Colby on May 20, 1931, to H.L. and Katherine Ann Wieland. He was raised in Missouri by his aunt and uncle who he fondly called Ma and Dad Cohen until he was a teen. When he returned to Kansas he graduated school at St. John’s Military Academy in Hays. After graduation, Bill was drafted at the age of 21. He served two years in

Shirley Ochs, 61, of Park, KS passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on June 27, 2025, after a second battle with cancer. She was born on October 11, 1963, to Billy and Sophie Ochs. Shirley was the fifth of their six daughter family. She was raised on a farm near Park, KS and really enjoyed the outdoors and her quiet country life. Shirley’s interests were art, fashion, sports and dance.

Charles Duane Slaven October 8, 1930 — April 28, 2025 Conroe, Texas Charles Duane Slaven, known affectionately as Chuck, passed away peacefully at home with family by his side on April 28, 2025. Born on October 8, 1930, in Kendall, Kansas, Chuck lived a remarkable life filled with faith, devotion, innovation, and continuous learning. He was 94 years old.

Jackie Dautel February 21, 1976 — June 23, 2025 Goodland, Kansas Jackie L. Dautel, 49 passed away at Goodland Regional Medical Center in Goodland, Kansas on June 23, 2025 after a long fight against Cancer. She was born on February 21, 1976 to Ronald and Eileen Dautel.

Randy Lynn Brown, 71, of Colby, died Sunday, June 22, 2025. He was born on July 20, 1953, in Colby, to Donald and Mildred (Stupka) Brown. Randy attended Colby Public Schools and then worked in construction. He was part of the crew that built Colby Community College in the 1960’s and he helped build the South Park apartments in the 1970s. He served in the Army National Guard for six years in the 1970s. He then went to work for Union Pacific Railroad and worked for Bud Stupka d

Jane S (Sramek) Lewis, 84, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025. She was born January 6, 1941, in McCook, Nebraska, the daughter of Lewis Albert and Agnes Stephanie (Kopriva) Sramek. She was a 1958 graduate of Atwood High School and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from University of Kansas.