RANSOM – After finishing runner-up at the regional tournament, Victoria went 2-0 Saturday to win the Ransom 1A Sub-State and advance to 1A State Tournament.
The Knights (23-13), who were the No. 8 seed, upset top-seeded Rexford-Golden Plains (25-22, 25-17) in the semifinals then beat the five-seed Wallace County 25-19, 25-22 in the finals.
Victoria will play Friday at United Wireless Arena in Dodge City
MAIZE, Kan. – The Hays High volleyball team won their first match over Wichita Northwest to advance the Maize South 5A Regional Volleyball Tournament only to lose to the host team to end their season.
The Indians beat the Grizzlies 28-26, 25-20 before losing to Maize South 12-25, 13-25. Tasiah Nunnery had 10 kills and nine assists while Brooke Denning and Brooklyn Schaffer both recorded 10 digs against Northwest. Nunnery had five kills in the finale.
The Indians end their season 22-14.
HOISINGTON – The TMP-Marian volleyball team advanced to the Hoisington 3A Regional finals where they lost 25-20, 25-20 to the Trojans to end their season.
The Monarchs (33-7) opened the tournament with a 25-21, 25-20 win over Russell then beat Lyons 25-23, 25-19 to advance to the finals.
SEDGWICK COUNTY —Law enforcement authorities are investigating an aggravated battery and have made an arrest.
Just after 3p.m. Thursday, police were alerted to a video on social media that included a male punching a female, according to according to officer Charley Davidson. Several citizens also contacted police about the video. Investigators were able to identify the individuals involved and arrested a 16-year-old boy at his home on South Patty in Wichita.
On Friday, police also arrested a 15 and a 16-year-old girl in connection with the attack.
Police also contacted the 15-year-old victim. She sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries, according to Davidson. He said the boy and the victim are acquainted and the battery stems from an ongoing dispute.
Police booked the youths into juvenile detention on requested charges of aggravated battery.
EDMOND, Okla. – After dropping the opening set to Central Oklahoma, the Fort Hays State volleyball team fought back to level the match with a well-played second set Saturday. But the Bronchos regained control in the next two sets, taking down the Tigers in four, 23-25, 25-21, 13-25, 17-25. The Tigers move to 6-16 overall and 3-11 in conference play, while the Bronchos are now 16-8 overall and 8-6 in MIAA action.
The teams traded points early in the first set before Fort Hays State opened up a four-point lead, 12-8. UCO captured 10 of the next 13 points to go in front, 18-15, before the Tigers battled back to regain the lead after four consecutive kills. Central Oklahoma responded by scoring four of the next five points to provide enough cushion to hold off the Tigers, 25-23.
The Tigers tightened things up in the second set, recording just two errors while outhitting the Bronchos, .292-.231. Fort Hays State trailed as late as 17-16 before rattling off four-straight points to take the lead for good. Morgan West and Emily Ellis both recorded kills before combining for a block to put FHSU in front, 20-17. UCO later closed the gap to 22-21, but a pair of Broncho errors and a kill from Tatum Bartels allowed the Tigers to level the match with a 25-21 win.
Fort Hays State opened the third set with an 8-4 lead, but a 13-1 run fueled by 10-straight points gave the Bronchos a commanding lead. The Tigers then led as late as 11-10 in the fourth set before UCO rattled off six-straight points to go in front for good.
Delaney Humm recorded a double-double for the Tigers, totaling 14 kills, 12 digs and two assists. Bartels added 10 kills, two service aces and one block. Abbie Hayes led the team with 21 digs with Taylor White and Paige Baird adding 17 digs each. Katie Darnell totaled 23 assists while White added 15. Ellis was the lone Tiger with multiple blocks (two) while chipping in seven kills.
After playing eight of 10 matches on the road in October, the Tigers will return home for three matches in a five-day stretch beginning Friday (Nov. 1) when Central Missouri comes to town. First serve is set for 6 p.m. from Gross Memorial Coliseum.
Frances A. Wilson, age 98 of Hays, Kansas passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019 at Brookdale of Hays.
There will be no services with inurnment taking place in the Fairmount Cemetery in Denver, Colorado.
Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, Kansas 67601
Duane V. “Arkie” Belisle, age 91, of Damar, Kansas passed away Friday, October 25, 2019 at the Rooks County Health Center in Plainville, Kansas. He was born January 22, 1928 in Damar to Arthur and Cordelia (Brin) Belisle. On April 15, 1951 he married Patricia Newell at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Damar.
Duane owned Belisle Decorating which specialized in commercial and residential painting. He was a US Army veteran serving in WWII. He was a member of St. Joseph Church and the 4th degree Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed fishing, camping, gardening, square dancing, playing pool “snooker” in league play traveling to different communities.
He is survived by his wife Patricia of Damar; a son, Paul Belisle and wife Mary of Damar; three daughters, Donna Towns and husband Michael of Palco, Christy Seib and husband Jake of Ness City and Lisa Belisle and Cammi Raab of Overland Park; ten grandchildren, Sarah, Joshua, Mark, Eric, Rachel, Aaron, Ashly, Brent, Karen and Brooke as well as twenty five great grandchildren. Duane’s family would like to say a special thank you to his caregivers, Bertha, Connie and Mary for the compassion and care they provided.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two grandchildren, Amber Seib and Blake Munsch; a brother, Delmer Belisle and two sisters, Anna Mae Normandin and Sharyl Moos.Funeral services will be 10:30 AM Tuesday, October 29, 2019 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Damar. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation will be Monday 5 PM – 8 PM and Tuesday 9:30 AM until service time all at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Damar.
A combined parish vigil and rosary service will be Monday at 7 PM at the church.
Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Joseph Church or Masses.
Arrangements in care of Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.
Condolences may be sent by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected]
Darrell Wayne Snyder, La Crosse, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2019.
Services are pending with the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas.
Jean has been a Great Bend resident since 1964. She was a homemaker, member of the First United Methodist Church, Delta Delta Delta Sorority of Kansas State University and the PEO of Great Bend. She enjoyed baking, knitting, reading, and was a great sports fan. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family.
Survivors include one son Brad Rumble and his wife Karen of Gladstone, Mo; two grandchildren Rachelle Gordon and her husband Kevyn of Lee’s Summit, Mo; Kenzie Peace and her husband Joel of Kansas City, Mo; three great- grandchildren Lynley and Leah Gordon and Lucas Peace. She was preceded in death by her husband, daughter Debra Ann Rumble and brother Gary Antenen. She is also survived by her special friend and companion, Kermit Huxman of Ransom.
The family would like to express its utmost appreciation to Bettina Devine and Becky Williams for the loving care they provided Jean.
Memorial services will be held at 1:30 pm November 4, 2019, at Bryant Funeral Home with Pastor Morita Truman officiating. Inurnment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. No visitation will be held as cremation as taken place.
In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be given to St Jude’s Children Hospital, in care of Bryant Funeral Home. Condolences may be sent and notice viewed at www.bryantfh.net
Ann Jane “Annie” Schenk, 60, entered the gates of heaven with her beloved husband of 40 years, Richard, passing away October 20, 2019, in Angel Fire, NM. Annie was born March 3, 1959, at Great Bend, to Robert “Bob” and Lois (Ehly) Linsner. Annie married Richard Schenk August 18, 1979, in Olmitz, Kansas.
Annie, a Great Bend resident since 1988, moving from Olmitz, and growing up in Hoisington, was a homemaker and “Mother” to everyone she met. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, and P.E.O, holding many leadership positions. Annie served her Church and community, being involved with 100 People Who Care Barton County and the Holy Family School Grandfriend program. Annie enjoyed playing cards and Bunco, gardening, and canning peaches and pickles.
In the tradition of German Catholic weddings, Rick and Annie could not resist leading the Grand March, being called on more than one could count. They both loved spending time at their cabin at Kanopolis Lake, where they served on the Yankee Run HOA board, traveling, especially taking trips with five other couples, making cherished memories for many years, and spending time with their grandchildren.
Survivors include three daughters, Allyce Hansford and husband Michael of Prairie Village, Amanda Pfannenstiel of Hays, and Briana Schenk of Russell; two grandchildren, Kolter Pfannenstiel and Kimber Pfannenstiel; four brothers, Larry Linsner and wife Charlotte of Walker, Jim Linsner and wife Shiela of Wichita, Joe Linsner of Great Bend, and Patrick Linsner of Great Bend; two sisters, Pam Redetzke and husband Norman of Salina, and Rhonda Herman and husband Don of Wichita; and one sister-in-law, Margie Linsner of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Lois Linsner; one brother, Robert “Bobby” Linsner, Jr.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Noon, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Visitation will be Noon to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. An Altar Society Rosary will be held at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Memorials may be given to Prince of Peace Parish or Golden Belt Community Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.
Richard Joseph “Rick” Schenk, 65, entered the gates of heaven with his beloved wife of 40 years, Annie, passing away October 20, 2019, in Angel Fire, NM. Rick was born Apr. 14, 1954 at Great Bend, to Bernard Richard and Mary Jo (Riedel) Schenk. Rick married Ann Jane “Annie” Linsner Aug. 18, 1979, at Olmitz, Kansas.
Rick, a resident of Great Bend since 1988 moving from Olmitz, was the C.E.O. of Community Bank of the Midwest. Rick was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 4th Degree Knights of Columbus Council #2100, Olmitz, EAA flight club, Young Eagles Association and enjoyed men’s card group.
Rick served his Church and community, being involved with 100 People Who Care Barton County, Barton County Fair Board, serving as treasurer for more than 20 years, and the Holy Family School Grandfriend program. Rick enjoyed flying his Piper Commanche and was a volunteer pilot for Angel Flights. He was considered a “jack of all trades” and a master of “Dad jokes” and pranks.
In the tradition of German Catholic weddings, Rick and Annie could not resist leading the Grand March, being called on more than one could count. They both loved spending time at their cabin at Kanopolis Lake, where they served on the Yankee Run HOA board, traveling, especially taking trips with five other couples, making cherished memories for many years, and spending time with their Grandchildren.
Survivors include three daughters, Allyce Hansford and husband Michael of Prairie Village, Amanda Pfannenstiel of Hays, and Briana Schenk of Russell; two grandchildren, Kolter Pfannenstiel and Kimber Pfannenstiel; mother, Mary Jo Schenk of Great Bend; two brothers, Brother Mark Schenk, OFMCAP, of Denver, and Greg Schenk and wife Kim of Great Bend; and one sister, Denise Hunt and husband Pat of Laguna Hills, Cal. He was preceded in death by his father, Bernard Richard Schenk; and infant sister, Geralyn Schenk.
Mass of Christian Burial will be Noon, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Visitation will be Noon to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. An Altar Society Rosary will be held at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Memorials may be given to Prince of Peace Parish or Golden Belt Community Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.
Rita Mildred Doll, 95, passed away Oct. 25, 2019, at Holiday Resort Health and Rehabilitation, Salina. She was born Oct. 10, 1924, at Claflin, to Frank and Louise (Zecha) Miller. Rita married Gerald Doll June 18, 1951, at Claflin. He died Nov. 2, 1981.
Rita, a long-time resident of Claflin, was a homemaker and child care provider. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, Altar Society, and former member of Daughters of Isabella. She was a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary and enjoyed bowling, belonging to many bowling teams over the years.
Survivors include two sons, Barry Doll and wife Laurie of Salina and Craig Doll and wife Annie of Norman, Okla.; one daughter Anita Taylor of Tucson, Ariz.; three sisters, Roberta Prosser of Hoisington, Teresa Dolechek of Hoisington and Marie Hoss of Claflin; nine grandchildren, Erin Huff and husband Eric, Hagan Doll, Dillon Doll and wife Paige, Jared Doll, Kathryn Doll, Hannah Doll, Maggie Doll, Luke Doll, Kelsey Doll; and four great grandchildren, Kloe Huff, Gabriel Huff, Daniel Huff and Priscilla Doll. She was preceded in death by one son, Tom Doll; two brothers, Martin Miller and Bill Miller; and two sisters, Doris Smith and Leona Leiker.
Mass of Christian Burial will 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 29, 2019, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, with Father Meinrad Miller. Interment will follow at Claflin Cemetery, Claflin. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Monday, Oct. 28, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, with a Vigil and Altar Society Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A memorial fund has been established with the Claflin Fi
Phyllis Marie Potter, 91, passed away on October 23, 2019 at Rhode Island Suites in Ransom, Kansas. She was born on October 30, 1927 in Arnold, Kansas the daughter of John and Gladys (Burrell) Shearer.
Graveside service will be on Monday, October 28, 2019, 10:30 A.M., at the Arnold Cemetery, Arnold, Kansas. Friends may call at Fitzgerald Funeral Home from 10:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 27, 2019, with the family present from 6:00 until 8:00 P.M.
Memorial contributions may be given to the Arnold United Methodist Church, Ransom VFW Post No. 7972.
A full obituary is pending.
