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Connie J. Kallaus, 83
Connie J. Kallaus
d. July 26, 2025
Burlington, Colorado
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20251 min read


Barbara Lou Liester
January 15, 1934 — July 14, 2025
Barbara Lou Liester, 91, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. Born on January 15, 1934 near Goodland KS to Mac and Ruth Purvis, Barbara was loved by family and friends for over nine decades.
Married to Arvin Liester of Menlo KS in 1953, Barbara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who was known for her kindness and generosity. She graduated from Weskan High School (1951) and attended Fort Hays Kansas State Col
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Richard Lee Frerichs
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Judith Jean Harvey
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
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Naomi Ruth Crossley
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Gladys Evelyn Sramek
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
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20252 min read


Patrick Aaron Porter
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 28, 20253 min read


Michelle K. Cure
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.

Addison Stoddard
Jul 17, 20253 min read


Steven W. Finley
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 11, 20252 min read


Richard Frerichs
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
Kristina Hemel
Jul 11, 20251 min read


Mary V. Harper
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
Kristina Hemel
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Donald Joseph Johnson
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 10, 20251 min read


Patty Lou Wagoner
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 10, 20253 min read


Brandon Pierce Gaede
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Robert “Bob” Duane Ekberg
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 3, 20252 min read


David (Dave) Lee Mariman
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 3, 20252 min read


William “Bill” Leo Wieland
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
Kristina Hemel
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Shirley Ochs
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jul 3, 20252 min read


Charles Duane Slaven
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jun 27, 20253 min read


Jackie Dautel
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.
Kristina Hemel
Jun 27, 20252 min read
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