Deann Holub, age 56, of Hays, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at Hays Medical Center, Hays.  She was born June 19, 1959, in St. Francis, to Frank J. and Nadine (Heble) Holub.

Deann was a graduate of Cheylin High School.  Up until her illness, she worked as an office manager for D & D Manufacturing, in Hays.  Deann always looked forward to a day of fishing at the lake.  She loved animals, and cherished the companionship offered by her pets throughout her life.  Deann enjoyed crocheting; she loved to make gifts for family and friends.  Deann will be dearly missed.

Surivors include her mother, Nadine; special friend, Dennis Vollbracht of Hays; two brothers, Bruce Holub of Missouri, Frank Holub Jr. of Iowa, and Mike Holub of Colorado; and one sister, Ryda Nordike of Missouri.  She was preceded in death by her father, Frank.

Graveside funeral service and burial will be 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays. There will be a short visitation one hour prior to services at the cemetery.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Humane Society of the High Plains. Checks made payable to the organization may be sent in care of Schmitt Funeral Home, 336 North 12th, WaKeeney, KS  67672.

Condolences may be sent on line at www.schmittfuneral.com.