Virgil Manuel Ortiz, 81, of Garden City, Kansas died Tuesday January 22, 2019 in Garden City, Kansas. He was born in Walsenburg, Colorado on November 25, 1937 the son of Benjamin and Theresa Ortiz.
Virgil was born, raised and graduated from High School in Walsenburg, Colorado. In 1959 he married Patricia Smith and they went on to have three children, Ben, Peggy, and Virgil Manuel Ortiz, Jr. He worked for Palmer Manufacturing for many years. His hobbies included fishing and spending time with his family and beloved Chihuahua, Gwen.
He was preceded in death by his Wife-Patricia; Son-Virgil Manuel Ortiz, Jr.; Brothers-Eddie & Ben Ortiz & Parents-Benjamin and Theresa Ortiz.
Survivors include Ben (Iva) Ortiz of Garden City; Peggy Raub of Leoti; 7 Grandchildren; 14 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild.
A Graveside Service will be held at a later date. Family suggest memorials to the Finney County Humane Society In Care of Garnand Funeral Home. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com
Arrangements by: Garnand Funeral Home, 412 N. 7th St., Garden City, Ks. 67846
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Eva Ruth (Yoder) Dillon, beloved daughter of Charles and Elva (Wilcox) Yoder, was born in Yale, Oklahoma on September 20, 1944, and was blessed to spend her final days with her loving family at her son’s home in Phillipsburg, Kansas where she peacefully passed away on January 22, 2019, at the age of 74.
Eva moved with her family to Chase, Kansas, in 1952 and graduated from Chase High School. Eva married Chuck Babcock in 1962 and to this union four children were born. Eva later married the love of her life, LeRoi Dillon on February 3, 1996 and gained four more wonderful children. They made their home in Norton and Nickerson, Kansas, before moving to their home in Logan, Kansas.
Eva enjoyed camping and crafting, but her favorite time was spent with her family, especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include: eight children, Diane, and husband, Steve Bliss, Logan, Kansas; James, and wife, Jama Babcock, Kechi, Kansas; Allan, and wife, Deanna Babcock, Lenora, Kansas; Steven, and wife, Christy Babcock, Phillipsburg, Kansas; Wayne, and wife, Marcia Dillon, Hutchinson, Kansas; Annora, and husband, Rick Matzek, Kearney, Nebraska; James, and wife, Michelle Dillon, Kansas City, Missouri; Patricia, and husband, Lee Dreher, Drexel, Missouri; three brothers, Bob, and wife, Doris Yoder, Fort Worth, Texas; Don Weaver, Phoenix, Arizona; Charlie, and wife, Gale Yoder, Hutchinson, Kansas; one sister, Eve, and husband, Jon Wyatt, Norton, Kansas; 24 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; several other relatives and friends.
Eva was preceded in death by her parents, husband, LeRoi, one brother, Jerry Yoder, and the father of her children, Chuck Babcock.
FUNERAL SERVICE – Friday, January 25, 2019 – 10:30 A.M.
PLACE –Christian Church – Logan, Kansas
VISITATION – Thursday, January 24, 2019 from 5:00 P.M until 7:00 P.M. at the Christian Church, 204 N Douglas St, Logan, Ks 67646
INTERMENT – Pleasant View Cemetery – Logan, Kansas
MEMORIALS – Christian Church in Logan or Eva Dillon Memorial Fund
The city of Hays’ governing body will be reorganized during the Jan. 24 city commission meeting.
A new mayor and vice-mayor will be elected, followed by recognition of outgoing mayor James Meier.
The newly organized governing body will also adopt the Rules of Procedure for the Hays city commission.
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Other agenda items include a decision on the request for rezoning of a lot on the southeast corner of 22nd and Wheatland Ave. and the north 20 feet of the adjoining lot from Neighborhood Conservation District (NC.3) to Commercial General District (C-2). The rezoning has already been approved, 6-1, by the Hays Planning Commission.
Property to the north, south and east is zoned residential, including general, single family and duplex, and multi-family.
The property across Wheatland Street to the west is zoned C-2 and is the site of the Kansas Dept. of Children and Families building.
Vice-Mayor Henry Schwaller said last week city commissioners have been contacted by concerned people who live in nearby houses.
He said the C-2 commercial zone to the west “makes sense because it’s near the hospital and there could be ancillary doctors’ offices and other things that fit within that classification.”
“And that does make sense,” agreed Meier, “but that’s a bigger list than office buildings.”
C-2 zoning in the city’s Unified Development Code (UDC) allows the following uses:
o Alcoholic Beverage Sales
o Animal Grooming Facilities
o Animal Boarding or Vet Services
o Assisted Living Facility
o Drinking establishment
o Drive-In/Drive Through Facility
o Farmers’ Market
o Grocery Store
o Heavy Retail
o Hotel/Motel
o Mixed Use
o Nursery/Greenhouse, Retail
o Office, General
o Parking Lot, Parking Structures
o Group Day Care Center
o Medical Office/Clinic
o Non-Profit Institution
o Nursing or Convalescent Home
o Place of Assembly
o Pawn Shop
o Personal Services
o Recreational and Fitness, Indoor and Outdoor
o Restaurant
o Retail Sales and Service
o Showrooms
o Schools, Private
o Schools, Public
o Vehicle gas and fuel station
The UDC requires a bufferyard between C-2 and NC.3 zoning, noted Jesse Rohr, director of Public Works. Mandatory fences, walls, open spaces, landscaped areas, berms or any combination thereof, assist with development of properties adjacent to different zoning classifications and make them more compatible.
“In this case, the property owner would have to provide at least at 10 foot buffer on the south property line,” Rohr told the commission.
All city infrastructure and utilities are available at the location for connection.
Amanda Legleiter, owner of Chroma Quilting, was the winner of first Grow Hays Pitch It challenge Tuesday night.
By CRISTINA JANNEY Hays Post
Grow Hays hosted its first “Shark Tank”-style Pitch It session Tuesday night at BriefSpace.
Competitors proposed a diverse range of products and services. A Fort Hays State University student proposed an app that could alert you to gunshots in the area. Another young man proposed building fire starters that use a chemical reaction. Other presenters included an art therapy nonprofit, a quilter, a service to help people increase their credit scores and a entrepreneur with his own line of vape juice.
Each presenter had five minutes to pitch with three minutes for questions from the judges. The winner went home with a $500 cash prize.
Chroma Quilting
Amanda Legleiter, owner of Chroma Quilting, was the winner of the challenge and took home the prize money. She hopes to move her business out of her basement and into a Hays storefront.
Legleiter uses a long-arm quilter to create throws, T-shirt quilts and complete other projects. She also would like to offer quilting classes. In the local market, Legleiter said she found there were long wait times at current quilting business and a large number of long-arm quilters retiring from the industry.
She said by creating more visibility she hopes to increase her client base.
SafetEaves
Hayden Hutchison
Hayden Hutchison, a Fort Hays State University student, proposed an app that would alert the user of a gunshot in the area.
The app is based on similar technology marketed by ShotSpotter, which is being used in neighborhoods by law enforcement to detect gunshots and increase response times.
Hutchison said gunshots have a unique audio fingerprint that is distinguishable from other similar sounds that might cause a false alert, such as the sound of a gunshot on a TV.
“It would give users time to take precautions and get to a safe environment,” Hutchison said.
The personal security market is growing and is expected to be about $29 billion by 2022. He said he and his partners plan to market the app on a subscription basis.
Hutchison and his partners are looking for a software engineer to help develop the app.
Surtr fire starter
Surtr fire starter
Parker Holterman pitched his Surtr fire starter. The device ejects and ignites a petroleum pellet with a single motion. Unlike other devices that only create sparks and require the user to tend kindling, the Surtr pellets remain lit in all weather conditions for several minutes. The device holds four replaceable pellets.
He has a patent on the device, but has yet to manufacture any of the devices.
Holterman has a company in Wichita that can manufacture the devices and a source for the fuel. His initial investment would depend on what type of quantity discount he could secure for his initial order.
The fire starter market in 2018 was worth $38 million and camping is on an upward trend.
Angels and Umbrellas
Mitch Lindeman of Norton wants to start a nonprofit called Angels and Umbrellas to offer arts instruction to people who suffer from mental illness.
Lindeman himself is a recovering addict and has mental illness. He said art and music has been instrumental in his recovery and he would like to offer that to others who have similar problems.
Mitch Lindeman
When he was in rehab, he played a piano in the center’s music room. Soon people were asking him for lessons. This inspired him to reach out to others through the arts.
“Our mission is to teach members coping skills through expressing themselves through art, music, poetry and creative thinking and to focus on the positive side of these illnesses and change the way we look at mental health,” he said.
Lindeman said he wanted to open a storefront with spaces for art, woodworking, music and other creative endeavors. He also wanted to launch a website that would allow people to share their creations and positive actions in their communities. He said he already has volunteers willing to teach arts courses. The non-profit would sell art projects its to help offset costs.
He has taken the first steps to creating his non-profit, but still needs to file paperwork with the federal government to become a 501(c)3.
Credit Repair Services
Robert Readle
Robert Readle, a local real estate agent, said he wanted to address the increasing problem of people with low credit scores.
A low credit score can affect the ability to obtain a mortgage and other types of credit. It can also affect interest rates.
“So many people underestimate what is going to take to fix this,” he said.
He said it can take months to get problems corrected and it is not a do-it-yourself project.
“Credit bureaus don’t make money by taking your call and fixing what is wrong on the report. They make money collecting data and reselling it, so you are really a thorn in their side. If you don’t know what you are doing, you can really mess it up,” he said.
Although there are some large national companies that offer similar services, Readle said he thought there was a niche for a local business who could offer a personal face-to-face touch.
He said he sees a couple of levels of service, including initial credit repair then a credit monitoring service. Software is available to aid in this type of work, but Readle said he needs a qualified partner, as he already works a full-time job.
“It would benefit our community with higher home ownership and less month-to month costs in budgets by lower interest rates on their loans,” he said.
Hazy Dayz Vapes
Donavan Rogers
Donavan Rogers is seeking a $50,000 investment to open his own vape shop in Hays — Hazy Dayz Vapes.
He has his own vape blend, Throat Punch Vape Juice. He would like to open a storefront in Hays from which he could wholesale or retail Throat Punch as well as sell other vape juices.
He told the group he already has the licenses in place to sell vape juices, but needs between $25,000 and $30,000 to order inventory.
The vape industry is booming, going from $4.2 billion in sales four years ago to $22.4 billion in sales today.
He told the judges his business plan projected he would be able to turn a profit within the first month and he saw room for growth regionally.
One of the judges asked about health concerns associated with vaping. Rogers used vaping to stop smoking and said he feels he is healthier than when he was a smoker.
Doug Williams, Grow Hays director, said he would like to have at least three more Pitch It events this year.
Corrected 12:55 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 24 for the spelling of Hayden Hutchison’s name.
The Rev. F. Michael “Pastor Mike” Underwood, age 71, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 in Leoti, Kansas. Mike was born February 24, 1947 in Larned, Kansas, the son of Floyd William & Joan Lynette (DeWitt) Underwood. A resident of Tribune, Kansas since 1979, he graduated from Southwestern Assembly of God College in Waxahachie, Texas in 1977 and faithfully served as Pastor of the Assembly of God Church in Tribune, Kansas, retiring on February 24, 2013.
Mike was a member of the Assembly of God Church and a former member of the Greeley County Ministerial Alliance, both in Tribune, Kansas. In retirement, Mike loved watching wildlife. The birds and squirrels in the yard and neighborhood gave him great joy. He also became quite a artist in his later years.
On October 11, 1965 he married Barbara F. Bachman in South Hutchinson, Kansas.
Mike’s surviving family includes – His wife – Barbara Underwood of Tribune, Kansas, Three children and their spouses – Michael Theodore & Brandi Underwood of Garden City, Kansas, Gina Beth & Dewayne Bond of Tribune, Kansas, Charles Ryan & Jennifer Underwood of Salina, Kansas, One sister – Linda & Terry McGuire of Mulvane, Kansas, Five grandchildren – Chelsey & Aaron Hoover of Salina, Kansas, Bailey Underwood of Salina, Kansas, Austin Underwood of Garden City, Kansas, Jacob Underwood of Garden City, Kansas, A great granddaughter – Olivia Ryann Hoover of Salina, Kansas, and numerous members of his church family.
Due to major construction at the Assembly of God Church, funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM (MDT) Monday, January 28, 2019 at the United Methodist Church in Tribune, Kansas with Pastor Justin Sherer officiating.
Burial will be in Greeley County Cemetery in Tribune, Kansas.
Friends may call from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm Saturday and Sunday at Price & Sons Funeral Home in Tribune, Kansas.
In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Assembly of God Church in care of the funeral home.
Sharon Gerber, age 77, of Beloit, Kansas formerly of Ellis, Kansas passed away Monday, January 21, 2019 at the Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit.
She was born June 11, 1941 in Hays to Dale H. and Delores M. (Rupp) Henderson. She graduated from Ellis High School in 1959. On December 28,1968 she married Ted A. Gerber in Hays, Kansas. He preceded her in death on April 1, 1997.
Sharon had worked as a CNA, CMA and a dietary aide for the Good Samaritan Society, Ellis. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and the VFW Auxiliary both of Ellis. She enjoyed bingo, puzzles and her grandchildren’s activities.
She is survived by a son, Ted Gerber (Sandy) of Beloit; a daughter, Dee Dee Cross (Craig Gillette) of Phillipsburg, Kansas; three brothers, Floyd Henderson and Dale Wayne Henderson both of Ellis and Terry Henderson of Wamego, Kansas; two sisters, Mickey Barber of Covington, Georgia and Tina Marie Kroeger of Alabama and four grandchildren, Dustin Cross (Randi Schamberger) of Ellis, Case y Cross (Amanda) of Hays, Jonathan Gerber of Salina and Abigail Ann Gerber of Beloit.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two brothers, Gordon and Bob Henderson and a grandson, Joshua Cross.
Funeral services will be 10 AM Saturday, January 26, 2019 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Ellis. Inurnment will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial visitation will be Friday 6 PM – 8 PM with a combined rosary and parish vigil service at 7 PM all at the church.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary’s Church.
Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E 17th Ellis, KS 67637.
Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected]
RENO COUNTY — Law enforcement authorities are investigating numerous reports of counterfeit cash and have made an arrest.
Joshua Downey -photo Reno County
Police in Hutchinson have arrested 34-year-old Joshua Downey, 34, for two counts of counterfeiting money, theft by deception as well as drug charges.
According to police, on January 12, Downey purchased a computer and monitor using a fake $100 bill. On January 18, he purchased an iPhone using fake $20 bills.
When police arrested him, he was also in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia.
Sophia Linenberger, a freshman at Thomas More Prep-Marian, recently underwent a surgery where a cancerous tumor was removed from her spine. Sophia had an additional surgery Jan. 16 to draw a bone marrow sample and to get the port put in that will be used for her chemotherapy.
In an effort to help Sophia and her family in their time of need, fundraising opportunity has been created to help raise funds for travel and medical expenses. Below is a link to order bracelets, T-shirts and hoodies to support Sophia. All funds raised will go directly to Sophia and her family.
Orders will be accepted until Sunday, Jan. 27, at 11:59 p.m. Contact James Harris with any questions at [email protected] or Redeem Designs @ (785) 621-7277.
Cabinet for the camera system located in a group home in Hays. DSNWK
Camera systems will be placed at Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas locations in Atwood, Hays, Hill City, Hoxie, Norton, Stockton, and Russell with the help of community foundation grants and a $21,000 grant from The Beach Family Foundation, Derby.
The purpose of the cameras will be to observe behaviors of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) as needed, which will be used to help improve the quality of care and safety, and develop personalized health plans.
“Many persons with I/DD have challenges with verbal communication and so they often communicate through their behaviors,” said DSNWK President Jerry Michaud. “For example, aggressive behaviors could mean the individual is in pain.”
These camera systems that will be placed in community spaces of residential homes will provide an opportunity for staff to review recordings to better understand the complex behaviors an individual may be exhibiting, and to collaboratively work with the person’s team to create a personalized plan to address their needs.
“Disability programs must continue to change and evolve in order to sustain quality services, but a paramount principle to this, is the protection of individual privacy,” said Michaud. “The use of camera systems in residential homes is strictly defined in DSNWK policies. The seriousness of guarding and respecting the privacy and confidentiality rights of each individual is core to our services.”
At DSNWK, these camera systems will also help monitor facilities to provide improved security and safety of the facility, people coming and going, and the company vehicles. DSNWK provides services out of 26 facilities and residential homes agency-wide.
Community foundations that have helped to support this project are Sheridan County Community Foundation, Rawlins County Community Foundation, and Graham County Community Foundation. Roughly $4,500 is still needed to fully fund the project.
DSNWK is a 501c3 nonprofit with a mission to advocate with persons with disabilities and those who care about them by planning and supporting a life of dignity, interdependence and personal satisfaction in the community.
Jeremy Gill, a recent graduate of Fort Hays State University with master’s in history, will speak about aspects of his master’s thesis, “Cavalry to Campfires: The Politics of Preservation in Frontier Historical Park,” on Monday, Jan. 28, during the Ellis County Historical Society annual meeting. There will be a membership business meeting at 7 p.m. followed by Gill’s presentation at 7:45 p.m.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for membership and sponsorship renewals. Membership cards will be available during registration.
Both the meeting and presentation are free and open to the public.
Located at 100 W. Seventh, the Ellis County Historical Society, founded in 1972, collects, preserves, and exhibits items and documents that illustrate the history of Ellis County.
A husband and wife purchased an old home in Northern New York State from two elderly sisters. Winter was fast approaching and they were concerned about the house’s lack of insulation. “If they could live here all those years, so can we!” the husband confidently declared. One November night the temperature plunged to below zero, and they woke up to find interior walls covered with frost. The husband called the sisters to ask how they had kept the house warm. After a rather brief conversation, he hung up. “For the past 30 years,” he muttered, “they’ve gone to Florida for the winter.”
KANSAS CITY (AP) — A man who was driving a vehicle when a passenger started shooting at a Kansas City area home, killing a sleeping 3-year-old boy, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.
Stevenson-photo Jackson County
26-year-old SirTerry Stevenson pleaded guilty Wednesday to second-degree murder and three other charges in the May 2015 death of Amorian Hale.
Investigators say Stevenson was driving a vehicle when a passenger fired at a Kansas City home where the boy’s family lived. Bullets from an assault-style rifle struck the house. The boy was struck in the head and died instantly.
The passenger who fired the shot, Dominique Marchbanks, was sentenced to life plus 165 years in prison in December 2018.
Two adults and three other children in the home were not injured.
Virgil Manuel Ortiz, 81, of Garden City, Kansas died Tuesday January 22, 2019 in Garden City, Kansas. He was born in Walsenburg, Colorado on November 25, 1937 the son of Benjamin and Theresa Ortiz.
