August 8, 1941 – September 20, 2018

Barbara Gail Tebow, 77, of Salina, passed away Thursday, Sept. 20, 2018 peacefully at her home. She was born Aug. 8, 1941, in Southwest City, Mo., to Walter “Jack” Lett and Ethel Mae (Cantrell) Lett. She married Billy Joe Tebow, Sept. 11, 1960, in Southwest City. They were married for 50 years before he died in 2011.

She was a banker for 33 years. She loved to crochet, cross-stitch and was a gifted seamstress. She enjoyed working in her yard and growing prized roses. She enjoyed cooking meals for her family, especially during the holidays, and teaching her grandchildren how to cook. She was an active member in her church, working with young children in Sunday school and the Cubbies in AWANAS. She was known as “Grandma” to everyone.

Survivors include: her children, Melanie Leepers (Fred) of Salina, and Jack Tebow (Doris) of Quinter; grandchildren, Terah Robinett (Todd), Tabia Norris (Spencer), Tiana Leepers, Jordan Kiser (Tyler), and Ryan and Leah Tebow; great-grandchildren, who were the joy of life, Iylah Robinett, and Kamryn and Eliza Norris, and a fourth on the way; brothers, Harry P. Lett, and Dick Lett (Pam) of Southwest City; and nephews, nieces, and beloved friends and extended family.

She was preceded in death by: her husband, Bill Tebow; her parents; and twin brother, Jackie Lee.

Family will receive visitors 10-11 a.m., with services following at 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 6, at First Southern Baptist Church, 2401 S. Ohio, Salina. Private inurnment will be at a determined later date in Southwest City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to: Hospice of Salina, and First Southern Baptist Church of Salina building fund, in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Patricia “Patt” M. Coulter was born on November 26th, 1933 to her parents Otillia “Tillie” and Alvin Deen in Hays, Kansas. She grew up surrounded by many aunts and uncles and was proud to call Hays her hometown.

Patt passed from this life on September 30th, 2018, at the age of 84 in Wichita, KS.

Patt is survived by her children, Brent (and Jennifer) Coulter, Bryan (and Jodi) Coulter, and Connie (and Patrick) Erbert.

Patt was so proud of her grandchildren; Jeremy Coulter, Josh and Rosemary Coulter, Aubrey Coulter, Fr. Isaac Coulter, Erin and Scott Cooper, Eli Coulter, Emma Coulter, and Alaina Coulter. Patt was blessed to be a great grandmother to Sophia Mickelson-Coulter, Riley Coulter, and Gianna Cooper.

Patt was the oldest child in her family. She leaves behind her siblings; Rich (Bernice) Deen, Eileen Maxwell, and Anita Deen. She was also graced with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Patt is preceded in death by her parents, her beloved first born, Cindy, brother-in-law Bob Maxwell, niece Karen Deen, and numerous aunts and uncles.

She was the heart of a very large and loving family who will miss her dearly. Patt lived the majority of her life in Kansas, mostly in Hays. After graduating from Girls Catholic High School, she briefly contemplated a career in vocal music after winning a national competition. But Tillie wanted her daughter close to home, so Patt chose a career that would define her life and character. St. Anthony School of Nursing was a sisterhood of women who became some of the best nurses, friends, and colleagues. Nursing was more than a career for Patt. It was a natural part of her lifelong conviction and passion to caring for others.

Patt married Mel Coulter on April 23rd, 1958. As a military wife, she traveled to various states while creating a family of four children. She truly was the super glue that held her family together through many moves and adventures. Patt returned to Hays in 1972, delivering her family closer to home and loved ones. Patt worked fulltime as a nurse at St. Anthony Hospital while also being a fulltime mom at home (with much help from Grandma Tillie). Patt’s nursing career is a testament to her heartfelt dedication and headstrong determination. She began as Head Nurse of the Pediatrics Unit, soon became Clinical Director and was finally promoted to Nursing Director. She retired in 1992. Patt moved to Wichita in 2009, after the death of her daughter Cindy. (Rest assured, that reunion in heaven was glorious!) Living in Wichita brought her closer to children and grandchildren, who were fortunate to have her in their lives.

Patt was a pistol! Though short in stature, she was famous for her big sense of humor! She was known to laugh until she cried. Of course, she was also a wee bit feisty, opinionated, and stubborn. Oh, the stories we could tell! But her heart was always good. ALWAYS! She loved deeply and forgave easily, even in the most difficult circumstances and deepest hurts. Patt’s unwavering Faith was the absolute foundation of her life, and her example inspired all who knew and loved her.

James 1:2-4 “Count it all joy, my brethren, when you meet various trials, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”

In addition to prayers, Patt and her family request that individuals honor her memory by considering adoption! Please, adopt an elderly person who is a shut-in or lives in a nursing or care facility. There are so many lovely people spending their final days waiting for time to pass and longing for meaningful human contact. A hand to hold. Far too many of our elders rarely have visitors. Mom was so fortunate to have family and friends love her daily.

She enjoyed wonderful neighbors who became family to all of us. Consider a weekly gift of time at your local nursing home. It will change their lives AND yours. Catholic education was also close to Patt’s heart. Memorials can be made to Thomas More Prep- Marian High School, Hays, Kansas or Holy Savior Church and Academy, Wichita Kansas.

Memorials to: Thomas More Prep-Marian High School, 1701 Hall St., Hays, Kansas 67601; Carmelite Sisters of St. Teresa c/o Diocese of Wichita, 424 N. Broadway, Wichita, KS 67202. Rosary 6 pm, Wednesday, October 3, St. Elizabeth Chapel at Catholic Care Center. Funeral Mass 11 am, Thursday, October 4, at Church of the Resurrection. Celebration Mass 11 am, Friday, October 5, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Hays, KS. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, Hays, KS. Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.

Gary Edward Scheideman, 72, passed away September 29, 2018, in Wichita, Kansas, after a brief illness.

Born October 18, 1945 in Larned, the son of Roy and Virginia (Vaughan) Scheideman. A lifetime area resident; he was a Welder, and worked for Doerr Metal Products in Larned; until his retirement.

Gary is survived by his cousins; Larry and Dale Scheideman, La Crosse, Kansas; Kent Scheideman, Wichita, Kansas; Ron Graver, Fort Collins, Colorado; Bev Graver, Portland, Oregon; Janis Mullinnix, Fort Collins, Colorado; Linda Seymour, McCracken, Kansas; Mary Ann Pechanec, La Crosse, Kansas; Cathy Schlegel, Pilot Point, Texas; Bob Scheideman, Ellinwood, Kansas; Judy Cook, Austin, Texas; Carol Jean Botteran, Idaho Falls, Idaho; and Victoria Hutton, Frederick, Maryland.

He was preceded in death by; his parents.

Memorial service with military honors will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, October 8, 2018 at Beckwith Mortuary Chapel with Robert Sallee presiding. Visitation will be noon to 2:00 p.m. Monday at the mortuary. Private family inurnment will be in the Larned Cemetery, Larned, Kansas.

Memorials may be given to the Gary E. Scheideman Memorial fund; in care of Beckwith Mortuary, P.O. Box 477, Larned, KS 67550.

Judith (Judy) Marie Bamberger, 67, passed away September 30, 2018 in Jetmore.

She was born November 13, 1950 in Norton, KS, the daughter of Fred and Doris Fitzhuge Henry.

A longtime area resident, she was the owner and operator of Judy’s café in Jetmore for over 30 years.

She attended the United Methodist Church, Jetmore. She loved to crochet, read, bowl, garden, dance and cook.

On October 3, 1985, she married Norman Bamberger in Hoxie, KS. He survives.

Other survivors include: three daughters, sandy (Frank) Figueroa, Log Lane Village, CO, Norma (Mike) Williams, Kansas City, MO, Bobbie Jo Romjue, Hays, KS; two brothers, Gary (Leta) Henry,

Dodge City, KS, Roger (Starlet) Henry, Logan, KS; sister, Terrie Horn, Garland, TX; ten grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m., Friday at United Methodist Church, Jetmore, with Pastor Cyd Stein presiding. Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Beckwith Funeral Home, Jetmore, KS. Burial will be in the Fairmount Cemetery, Jetmore, KS.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Dodge City Depot Theater in care of Beckwith Funeral Home, Box 663 Jetmore, KS 67854.

Virginia F. Abbott, a resident of rural Agra, passed away on Thursday, September 27,2018 at the Smith County Memorial Hospital in Smith Center, KS at the age of 82.

She was born June 24, 1936 in Ashland, KS to Roy and Ruth (Wright) Fox.

She married Myron Abbott on July 29, 1961 in Ashland, KS. From this marriage, they had one son, Travis.
Virginia was very proud of attending Emporia Teachers college where she earned her teaching certificate. She taught math in Phillipsburg, KS where she met Myron. They moved briefly to Benkleman, NE before settling back to the Abbott family farm where she spent the rest of her life.

She enjoyed being a mother and homemaker but was not just a farmers wife. She loved getting out and driving the tractor as well as checking on the cows and horses. She also got pleasure from being able to babysit her grandchildren and attend their activities.

Survivors include her son, Travis, and wife Anne (Berland) of Kensington. Her grandson, Justin and wife Amy, of Kensington and granddaughter, Hailey of Hays. She has one great-grandson, Adam also of Kensington.

She was preceded in death by her husband Myron, parents, and siblings Verona Trease, Gene Fox, and Claudette Hensley.

Funeral services will be held Monday, October 1st at 10:30 a.m. in the St. John Lutheran Church, Kensington, with Pastor Lorna Paulus officiating. Burial will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to her great grandchildren’s education.

Visitation will be from noon to 9:00 Sat. & Sun. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, with the family receiving friends from 3:00 to 4:00 Sunday afternoon.

Harold Dean Stewart, age 77, of Elkhart, Kansas, died Wednesday, September 26, 2018, at Morton County Hospital in Elkhart, Kansas. He was born September 15, 1941, in Grigston, Kansas, the son of Tom and Mildred (Payton) Stewart.

Dean moved to Scott City, Kansas, in the 5th grade; graduating in 1960 from Scott City High School. He then attended Barber School in Wichita. Dean was a barber in Garden City, Scott City, and Elkhart since 1971. His work history included a maintenance man in Ulysses, Johnson, and Elkhart schools, working at the helium plant in Keyes, Oklahoma and Dumas Texas, and operating the Elkhart Theatre. Dean served his country in the United States Army from 1963 – 1965. He was an avid KC Chiefs fan.

Dean married Betty L. Martin on June 11, 1966, in Ness City, Kansas; she survives.

Other survivors include his children, Teresa Ferguson and husband Roscoe of Hooker, Oklahoma, Corinna Kerbo and husband Jack of Keyes, Oklahoma, Bylle Evans and husband James of Elkhart, Harold Dale Stewart and wife Stacey of Wylie, Colorado; brothers, Jimmie Stewart of Garden City, Preston Stewart of Ellicott, Colorado; sister, Faye Ghan of Ulysses; 13 grandchildren, Misty Parker, Tiffany Smith, Crystal O’Hara, Jack Kerbo, Jr., Jessica Whitaker, Jake Kerbo, Nick Evans, T.J. Evans, Jamie Lewis, Tyler Evans, Andra Gutierrez, Harold Dylan Stewart, Oliver Stewart; and 12 great-grandchildren.

Dean is preceded in death by his parents, four brothers, and three sisters.

Memorial service will be held Saturday, October 6, 2018, at 2:00 PM at Church of Christ in Elkhart, Kansas, with Gary Talbert officiating. There will be no public visitation. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in care of Garnand Funeral Home, PO Box 854, Elkhart, KS 67950.

Theresa (Deutsch) Dumler, 92, of Milberger, Kansas, passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018 at the Country Place Senior Living in Hoisington, Kansas.

Theresa was born October 26, 1925 in Susank, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Amelia (Bitter) Deutsch. She grew up and attended school in the Susank area.

Theresa met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Alvin G. Dumler on March 17, 1946 in Milberger. This union was blessed with three children; Lily, Sylvia and Marlin. They made their home in the Milberger area. Alvin preceded her in death on March 25, 2007.

Theresa was a devoted wife and homemaker for her family. She enjoyed helping Alvin on their family farm. She worked over 17 years in the Russell High School as a Cook. Before marriage she worked at the grocery store in Susank. She was an active member of the Milberger United Emmanuel Lutheran Church and the Prairie Mates EHU. She enjoyed cooking, making popcorn balls for family and friends, watching birds and cheering on her K.C. Royals. She loved taking care of her grandchildren whenever she could.

Surviving family include her daughters, Lily Akings (Dean) of Great Bend, Kansas and Sylvia Dumler of Russell, Kansas; son, Marlin Dumler (Lori) of Russell, Kansas; brother, Jr. Deutsch of Hoisington, Kansas; sister, Wilma Haesemeyer of Hutchinson, Kansas; five grandchildren, Randall Akings, Melissa Schuman (John), Katie Vars (Ryan), Jake Dumler (Shiloah) and Cody Dumler (Meghan); six great grandchildren, Carson Schuman, Hugh Isaac Riley, Taylor Vars, Logan Vars, Allison Dumler and Adrian Dumler.

Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, husband Alvin, six brothers and two sisters.

Celebration of Theresa’s Life will be held at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at the Milberger United Emmanuel Lutheran Church. Burial will follow at the Milberger Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary in Russell, with the family present to greet friends from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Memorials have been established with the Women of United Emmanuel Lutheran Church and the American Heart Association. Contributions and condolences may be sent to Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary, who is in charge of these arrangements.

Linda June Eaton, 65, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, September 30, 2018, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas.

Linda was born on January 09, 1953, in Tucumcari, New Mexico, the daughter of Fletcher O. and Ruby (Long) Eaton. Linda grew up in Wichita, Kansas and attended school in Wichita. She was blessed with 5 sons Steven, Michael, Donald and John and Tim. She worked most of her life as a cook, house cleaner and baby sitter. She enjoyed playing bingo, cooking and going to garage sales. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her.

Surviving family include her sons Michael Morton (Leslie) of Colorado Springs, Colorado, Donald Morton (Mary Ann) of Alabama, John Morton (Chris) of Wichita, Kansas and Tim Davidson (Mary) of Derby, Kansas; 3 sisters Helen Brown of Wichita, Kansas, Betty Hoag of Russell, Kansas and Mary Ann Ast of Goddard, Kansas; 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, son Steven Morton; 5 brothers Johnny, Jim, Jo, Jerry and Donnie.

A celebration of Linda’s life will be held at 11 A.M. on Thursday, October 04, 2018, at the Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas. A private family burial will follow at the Russell City Cemetery in Russell, Kansas. Family will greet guests from 10 A. M. to service time on Thursday. Memorials may be given to Hays Hospice or Russell County Food Pantry and sent in care of the mortuary. Pohlman-Varner-Peeler Mortuary of Russell, Kansas, is in charge of the funeral service arrangements.