Obituaries

Jul 6, 2025

David “Dave” Errol Evans, 82, of Frankfort, passed away at the Community Hospital in Onaga on Sunday, July 6, 2025.

Dave was born October 10, 1942, in Chicago, IL, to Herman E. “Woody” and Iona “Maxine” (Tallent) Evans. He left high school early to join the U.S. Army and served for six years with the Big Red One in Fort Riley....

Sep 1, 2025

LaVerne Marie Benteman, age 93 of Barnes, passed away Monday, September 1, 2025, at Cambridge Place Assisted Living in Marysville.

She was born on July 29, 1932, in Parallel, the daughter of Vernon and Sara (Evans) Sump.

LaVerne lived a life full of creativity and community involvement. She was a proud graduate of Randolph High School and dedicated her life to her...

Aug 27, 2025

Jim Lee Eggerman, age 65 of Green, died August 27, 2025.

He was born on July 19, 1960, in Clay Center, the son of John Wendell and Helen Joann (Morton) Eggerman.

A memorial service will be held at 10:00 am, September 27, 2025, at at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Mayday Cemetery.

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Aug 22, 2025

Jimmie Laverne Christensen, age 83 of Leonardville, passed away Friday, August 22, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.

He was born on October 19, 1941, in Jefferson Barracks, Missouri, the son of Arthur S. and Frances K. (Clark) Christensen.

On August 30, 1959, at Bridal Cave in Camdenton, Missouri, he married Joyce Marie Loper. She preceded him in death in 2015.

Jimmie...

Aug 19, 2025

Michael John Hannan passed away peacefully at his home in Monroe City, Missouri, on August 19, 2025.

Michael was born on June 12, 1961, and raised in Riley, Kansas, before moving to Clay Center, where he spent most of his life. He later settled in Missouri with his true love and wife, Gail (Poerlker) Hannan.

He attended Riley County Grade School and...

Aug 17, 2025

Elizabeth Ann “Beth” Warders, age 86 of Waterville, passed away Sunday, August 17, 2025, at Blue Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Blue Rapids.

She was born on May 24, 1939, in Marietta, the daughter of Frank A. and Hulda Eileen “Jerry” (Cottrell) Sedlacek.

On February 14, 1958, in LaRochelle, France, she married Gary Lee Warders and they had two children, Julie Ann...

Aug 5, 2025

Konrad Elmer Bergsten, age 73, of Blue Rapids, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Blue Valley Nursing Home.

Konrad was born on November 26, 1951, the son of Selon and Ruby (Ruthstrom) Bergsten.

He graduated from Valley Heights High School in the class of 1969. He served eight years in the Kansas Army National Guard. In 1984, he married Nancy Gronquist....

Aug 4, 2025

Sandra Kay Erickson, age 70 of St. Mary's, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family.

She was born on May 24, 1955, in Searcy, Arkansas, the daughter of Dual Ray and Helen Bernice (Thacker) Covington.

On August 15, 1995, Sandy married Ray Leonard Erickson. They would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary next week. She cherished...

Aug 3, 2025

Travis James Vathauer, age 45 of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka.

He was born on November 18, 1979, in Hanover, the son of Jim and Arlyss (Anderson) Vathauer. Travis was baptized and confirmed at St. Peters Lutheran Church south of Barnes. He graduated from Clay Center Community High School, received his bachelor’s degree...

Aug 2, 2025

Lavona Belle Spunaugle, age 100 of Blue Rapids, Kansas passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at Blue Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Blue Rapids.

She was born January 23, 1925 in Cleburne, Kansas, the daughter of Victor Ruben and Mary Rose (Novak) Johnson.

Lavona graduated from Randolph High School in the class of 1943. On December 29, 1943, she married Adrian Parl...

Aug 1, 2025

Linda Diana (Bertsch) Hawk, 79, of Olathe, KS, passed away in her sleep on August 1, 2025.

She was born on December 8, 1945, to Donald M. and Bonnie B. (Clark) Bertsch in Clay Center, KS.

One of her favorite childhood memories was going to grandma and grandpas for Sunday dinner, whether it was paternal grandparents, Herman and Bessie Bertsch or maternal...

Jul 29, 2025

Mary Joseph, age 76 of Blue Rapids, Kansas passed away Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at Community Memorial Healthcare.

Mary was born on April 26, 1949, the daughter of Ralph Burton and Teresa (Burton) Kuckelman.

She married Phillip Joseph on October 4, 1969, in Seneca, Kansas. He survives.

Mary spent over 40 years cooking at the Frankfort Community Care Home and Blue Rapids Nursing...

Jul 27, 2025

Ernesto Nevarez, age 89 of Barnes, passed away Sunday, July 27, 2025, at Stormont Vail Health in Topeka.

He was born on March 4, 1936, in Durango, Mexico, the son of Jose and Delfina (Fragoso) Nevarez.

Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am, August 8, 2025, in the Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes. The Christie-Anderes Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Jul 20, 2025

Jul 20, 2025

Ashlee “Asher Phoenix” May, aged 26, found eternal peace on July 20, 2025 near Barnes, KS. Born in Emporia, Kansas on August 12, 1998, Asher is survived by mother and father; Suzette (Adam) Yungeberg and Jon May; sister Kaylie May; Grandmother Ruby May; and her two, beloved service dogs, Piper and Shiloh. Preceding Asher in death are grandparents Delvin and...

Jul 19, 2025

Terry Lee Ekstrum, age 66 of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, July 19, 2025, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City.

He was born on January 14, 1959, in Marysville, the son of Gelvin Edwin and Marilyn Ann (Zentz) Ekstrum.

He married Denise Reneé Ohlde on November 28, 1981, at the St. John’s Lutheran Church in Palmer.

Terry was a farmer...

Jul 17, 2025

Mildred "Midge" Louise Wolf, age 93 of Riley, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2025, at her residence.

She was born on March 27, 1932, in Denver, Colorado, the daughter of Ralph William and Lillian Genivieve (Heimer) Barnhart.

She married Melvin Wolf on April 29, 1961, in Idaho Springs, Colorado. He preceded her in death.

She is survived by one daughter, Lori DiLorenzo of...

Jul 14, 2025

Donnell Duane Martin, age 54 of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025.

He was born on April 30, 1971, in Manhattan, the son of Donnell "Donnie" and Dorothy (King) Martin. Duane lived a life full of passion and camaraderie, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew him.

Duane will be remembered as a dedicated truck driver for Hammes...

Jul 14, 2025

Treva Maxine "Mickey" Burklund, 101, of Overland Park and formerly of Olsburg, passed away on July 14, 2025, at Evergreen Hospice in Olathe.

Mickey was born on August 7, 1923, in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Calahan Wesley and Hazel Ophelia (Myers) McGinnis. She graduated from Wichita East High School in 1942. She married Vernon Burklund at the Hillside Christian Church...

Jul 13, 2025

Michael H. Taplin passed away Sunday July 13, 2025, at his home. He was born on November 18, 1959, in Manhattan, KS, the son of Gail H. and Jeaneen M. (O’Hara) Taplin. He married Sharon Kay Fleagle on August 1, 1986. She survives at their home.

Mike was an outdoorsman and loved riding his Harley Davidson Motorcycle, hunting and especially liked...