Susan Virginia Babcock was born July 2, 1944 in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, and passed from this life on September 2, 2018 at the Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, Kansas.

Susan was the daughter of Vern and Virginia (McCoy) McClain. She had a tough start to life when she was born weighing only 2 pounds and was not expected to live through the night. But the Lord had other plans. Her daddy was away serving in WW II in Italy, and she got to know him by looking at his picture. She married Richard (Dick) Babcock on February 10, 1961 at Smith Center, Kansas. To this union two daughters were born, Michelle (Cahoj) and Cheryl (Elsen). This young family made their home in Hoxie before briefly moving to Salina and then Hays, Kansas, returning to Hoxie as the girls started school. In 1979, they ventured out into the unknown and moved to Lake Havasu City, Arizona where they lived for 12 years before, again, returning home to Hoxie. Susan and Dick celebrated 50 years of marriage before his passing in 2011.

In earlier years, Susan was known about town simply as “Midge”. She was a bookkeeper for many years and worked for Great Plains Auto Supply in Hoxie and Havasu Auto Supply in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. She also worked as a cashier at Joslyn’s Food Center for a number of years. Susan always worked full time until her retirement and even then continued to work part time until fairly recently when her health begin to decline. Even with the constant medical problems she kept smiling. She was a “joyful” cook and very much enjoyed trying new recipes and fixing everyone’s favorites, with her specialties being the “southern” food she was raised on which was also loved by her family. She was a talented seamstress and made her girls lots of clothes as they were growing up. Susan was also a decorator at heart and loved spending time at home “fixing up”. Her face would light up when she recalled childhood memories of spending time with her grandmothers, aunts, uncles and cousins. She was full of stories of “cousin Shenanigans”. She was an only child, and the relationships with her cousins were so special to her as they really were like brothers and sister to her. She was baptized at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church in Hoxie in 2015. She loved being a grandma to her three grandchildren and eventually was proud to have three great-grandchildren, Max, Dean and Cativa, getting to meet little Cativa in July. She was so deeply loved by her family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her husband Richard (i.e. Dick, Shorty), parents Vern and Virginia; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Leon and Wilma Babcock, all but one of her dear aunts and uncles, and several very beloved cousins.

Susan leaves behind her two daughters, Michelle and husband John Cahoj of Hoxie, Kansas, and Cheryl and husband Frank Elsen of Abilene, Texas; three grandchildren, Richard Cahoj and wife Monica of Bay City, Michigan, Chere Tiller and husband Stetson of Port Orchard, Washington and Gabrielle Elsen of Abilene, Texas; three great-grandchildren, Max Tiller, Dean Tiller, and Cativa Cahoj. She also leaves behind her brother-in-law, Charles Babcock and wife Ruth of Dodge City, Kansas; her Uncle Jim McCoy of Brandon, Mississippi; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who will all miss her deeply.

A Mass of Christian Burial is planned for Friday, September 7, 2018 at 10:30 A.M. at the Saint Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. A private family inurnment will take place at a later date. Visitation will be September 6, 2018, from 1:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. with family receiving friends from 5:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. A Tribute and Rosary Service will be held at 6:30 P.M. all at the Mickey-Leopold Funeral Home, Hoxie, Kansas. Memorials are suggested to the Sheridan County Benefit Walk or St. Frances Cabrini Church Renovation Project.

Roy F. Brungardt, age 73, of Hays, Kansas passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, August 30, 2018 in Hays.

He was born December 31, 1944 in Bogue, Kansas, to Herbert and Barbara (Brown) Brungardt. Roy grew up in Hill City, KS where he attended and graduated from Hill City High School in 1962. After high school, Roy went on to Fort Hays State University where he graduated with a degree in accounting in 1966.

On June 25, 1966 he married Karen Wilhelm in Russell, Kansas. They had two boys, and kept trying to have a girl, but never were able to get that blessing. Roy and Karen spent time in the early years living in Kansas City, Russell, and Wichita, before moving back to (good ole NW Kansas) Hays in 1980. Roy was working as a CPA in these cities with companies such as Arthur Anderson Consulting, Elmer Fox & Co, and Grant Thornton. Roy Brungardt and four other partners started Brungardt Hower Ward Elliot and Pfeifer in 1986, a professional accounting firm. Roy loved working with all his fellow coworkers and clients.

If anyone knew him well, they might even say that accounting and tax returns was his one and only true hobby, as he worked in this industry for 52 years. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, The Hays Rotary Club, served on the Hays Chamber of Commerce Board, and was big help in starting the Heart of America Business Development, an organization that was created to bring or start new business to Hays, KS. Roy was also a huge supporter of TMP-Marian and FHSU. He was a big believer in faith, family, and his co-workers and clients. He used to tell his two sons if you stay honest and true to all of these, your life would be good. Roy and Karen liked to travel and also enjoyed the sport of golf.

He is survived by his wife, Karen of Hays; two sons, Jeff Brungardt ( spouse-Suzanne) of Kansas City, KS and Kirk Brungardt of Dallas, TX; four sisters, Carol Honas of Denver, CO, Lisa McCarty of Denver, CO, Debbie McMaster of Denver,CO, and Lavonne Junemann of Norton, KS; a granddaughter, Katelyn Brungardt in Chicago and a grandson, John Brungardt in KC.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 201 W. 13th street, Hays. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery, Hays.

Visitation will be Tuesday 5 PM – 8 PM and Wednesday 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM all at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be Tuesday at 7 PM at the funeral chapel.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to TMP-Marian and Hays Med Hospice Center.

Condolences may be sent by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected]

Peter Virgil Pfeifer, 85, died Friday, August 31, 2018 at Via Christi Village Care Center.

Pete was born on August 20, 1933 in Hays, Kansas to Pete and Catherine (Unrein) Pfeifer. He grew up on a farm just north of Hays and remained there for his entire life.

Pete took over the farming when his father’s health was declining and met Anita while she was still in high school. Peter married Anita M. Pfannenstiel on September 27, 1952. This earthly love story would continue until Anita’s passing on July 13, 2012.

Pete was all about farming and providing for his family. He had a love for many things, but one that continued life-long was horses. Pete, along with fellow quarter horse lovers formed a local chapter of the Registered Quarter Horse Association. They acquired land and donated their time to prepare the grounds and construct the arena. When his family was young the pastures were full of horses. He passed on this love to his children. The horses were used to herd the dairy cattle for milking and the pleasure of riding these beautiful creatures of God. It was a sad time when Peter sold his last horse.

Pete loved sports. He was a great athlete but had to give up organized sports to take over the farming. He played ball with his family and encouraged each of them to compete. Pete and Anita bowled on a league for many years. When his children played he would attend if the milking schedule permitted. Pete also followed professional football and college football and basketball. In his later years he knew when the games were on TV and planned his evenings around the games. He was diligent about watching the Kansas State Wildcats and the Kansas City Chiefs. He watched many a Kansas City Royals game because that was Anita’s favorite. Many discussions (aka bets) were made over the prospect of his team winning. When his later years permitted he traveled with Anita to watch the grandsons and granddaughters participate in sporting events.

Pete being a typical farmer was a “jack” of all trades. His welding abilities went into the construction of most of the storage sheds on the farm. When Mom wanted a “new” house he helped complete the carpentry work, etc. on that house. He had plumbing, electrical and mechanical skills which he used to keep everything operating.

Carpentry was another of his loves. Once the milk cows were gone the milk barn was converted to his workshop. He now had time to build furniture for Anita and his now grown, married children and the grandkids. Over the years cradles, rocking horses, tables, dressers, bookcases, end tables and many other pieces were created by his love for family and talent for carpentry.

Pete wanted to carry on the German traditions and feed his family economically. So, he acquired the needed equipment and butchered beef, pork, chickens, rabbits and wild game. The “butcher” room was a busy sight with all of us doing our part. The end result was great tasting meats, especially the pork sausage and liverwurst.

When Pete lost his love Anita in July 2012, he taught himself to do wood carving. Anita and Pete would have celebrated 60 years of marriage that September. So, he turned that great loss into carving. He looked forward each day into going into his little carving shop. Once again just like the furniture the family were recipients of his many creations. He became very creative and started adding motion in his designs. The horses and cattle were his favorites and his best.

Pete is survived by his seven children; his son Steven and Denise Pfeifer and their children, Kim and Rick (Tristan, Wyatt, Westan) and Melissa and John (Gretchen), stepchildren, Travis and Emily (Anna and Ryan), Mike and Nicole (Ace, Kaden and Rylee), Bryan and Jennifer, and Larry; his son Dennis and wife Janet, their children, Jaime and Dave Liudahl (Carter, Chloe, and Coleman), son Dustin and Amber (Andre, Maya, Anthony, Bella and Anna), daughter Jara (Dakota, Demitria and Journee) and son Dexter and Carissa; his daughter Joyce Pfeifer (Marissa McHugh), his son Randy and Linda (Brandy), his daughter Karen and Dan Randa , their son Justin and Hillary (Owen), their son Jordan (Ashlynn); his daughter Diana and Gordon Lynn and their daughter Audrey and Joe Roundy (Tatum, Jett and Jensen), their son Trey and Reanna ( Gordon and Waylon) and their son Austin; and his son Keith and Cindy (Kiana). This makes 18 grandchildren and 27 great grandchildren for Pete.

Pete is also survived by his sisters Florence Kuhn, Venita Collier and brother Robert J. Pfeifer. He was preceded in death by sisters Agnes Kreutzer, Regina Arnhold, Martina Kreutzer, Alfreda Schmeidler and his brother Wilfred James Pfeifer.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Wednesday, September 5, 2018 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 1805 Vine Street, Hays, with Fr. Barry Brinkman officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 8:00 on Tuesday and 9:00 am until 9:45 on Wednesday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street. A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus Council #1325 rosary at 7:00 pm, all at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church or for family wishes, in care of the funeral home. Condolences and memories of Pete may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com

Patrick “Pat” Depperschmidt, also known as “”The Lawnmower Man” 87, La Crosse, Kansas, died Friday, August 31, 2018, at his home.

Mr. Depperschmidt was born November 1, 1930, in Liebenthal, Kansas, the son of John and Bernadine (Werth) Depperschmidt. He was a lifelong resident of Rush County, Kansas, living in La Crosse for 55 years. A 1949 graduate of Schoenchen High School, Schoenchen, Kansas, he was a machinist for Weitzel Manufacturing, La Crosse, Kansas, for many years, and later worked in the maintenance department of Rush County Memorial Hospital, La Crosse, Kansas.

He was a member of St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas; Knights of Columbus Council 2970, Third Degree, Life Honorary Member, Liebenthal, Kansas; and American Legion Post 180, Great Bend, Kansas.

He was a United States Army veteran, serving from 1954 to 1956.

He loved to go to the lake, fish, boat, and camp. Sales and auctions; repairing lawnmowers; Friday night cards at Earl’s; and an occasional scotch and water were also favorite activities.

On January 12, 1963, he married Rita Schuckman at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Liebenthal, Kansas. She preceded him in death August 20, 2008.

Survivors include: his son and daughter in law, Troy and Sharon Depperschmidt, Kansas City, Missouri; and one sister, Viola Enslinger, La Crosse, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; and eight siblings.

We would like to thank his dear friend, Larry Muth, for assisting Pat to remain independently living at home and the compassionate care of his friend and primary P.A., Dodie Martin.

Visitation will be Monday, September 3, 2018, from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Janousek Funeral Home, La Crosse, Kansas, with the family receiving friends from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. A vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 P.M.

Funeral service will be Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, with Father Eric Gyamfi officiating. Interment will be in the La Crosse City Cemetery, La Crosse, Kansas.

Memorials are suggested to St. Michael’s Catholic Church, La Crosse, Kansas, or Hospice at Hays Medical Center, Hays, Kansas, or the donor’s choice.

Condolences or remembrances may be left for the family at www.charterfunerals.com/locations/janousek-lacrosse.php.

Arrangements were by Janousek Funeral Home, 719 Pine Street, P O Box 550, La Crosse, Kansas 67548, 785/222-2517.

Edwin Weber, age 91, of Hays, KS, passed away on Friday, August 31, 2018 at the Hays Medical Center. He was born September 17, 1926 in Modock, KS to Frank A. and Anna C. (Hertel) Weber.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, 2901 E. 13th Street, Hays. Burial will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Hays.

Visitation will be held on Monday, September 3 from 4:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. at Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel & Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601 and on Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until service time at the church.

A combined rosary and parish vigil service will be Monday at 6:30 PM at the funeral chapel.

To share a memory or to leave condolences for Edwin may be sent by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at [email protected].

A complete obituary is pending with Brock’s-Keithley Funeral Chapel & Crematory, 2509 Vine St., Hays, KS 67601.

Dorothy Borneman passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2018 at her home in Gooding.

She was born in Hayward, California on July 14, 1926. Dorothy graduated from Hayward High in 1944 and UC Davis in 1949. She moved to Quincy, California after graduation to teach high school Home Economics and PE. Dorothy wanted to learn how to ski and was set up with Frank Borneman, Quincy’s most eligible bachelor, in January 1950. They were married on August 6, 1950 at her parent’s home in Pleasanton, California.

She was an extension home economist for Plumas and Sierra Counties which she was always and forever heavily involved in the county fair. She spent most of her adult life as a homemaker, wife, 4-H leader and thoroughly enjoyed all her many club associations and activities. After moving to Gooding, Idaho in August 1972, Dorothy discovered farm auctions as a hobby. She was also interested in history, art, antiques, genealogy, gardening, flower arranging, wildflowers, and being outdoors, especially in her beloved iris patch. Dorothy lived every day to the fullest. She never stopped moving, learning, and striving to improve.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, and husband of 52 years.

She leaves behind, her son Bill and daughter-in-law Donna(Huber) Edson, Kansas and daughter Kathy Spooner of Moss Bluff, Louisiana. She is also survived by four grandchildren, Sarah Borneman, Hays, KS; Robert Borneman, Edson, KS; Dawn Spooner, New Orleans, Louisiana and Austin Spooner of Moss Bluff, Louisiana.

A Celebration of Life for Dorothy will be held Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 12:00 noon at the Basque Center in Gooding, Idaho. The family has chosen to do a potluck lunch, so if you would like to bring a dish it would be greatly appreciated. The family also welcomes everyone to bring a story or memory of Dorothy to share during the celebration. Her smile, dimples and sparkly blue eyes will be missed.

Glade, KS resident Delva “Jean” Runnion passed away at her home on Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018.

She was born in Densmore, KS on March 17, 1938, the daughter of Ivory & Ida (Griffin) Damewood. Jean was the Manager at Love’s Country Store in Phillipsburg for 25 years.

Her husbands, Floyd Dawn, Jr. and Niles Runnion, son, Mark Runnion, and great-granddaughter, Elle Runnion, preceded her in death.

Survivors include her son, Mike, of Glade, KS; two sisters, LoraBell Sanders and Delsia Grover, both of Stockton, KS; two grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held Tuesday, Sept. 4, at 10:00 a.m. in the Marvin Cemetery, Glade, KS, with Pastor Blake Stanwood officiating.

Friends may sign the book on Monday, Sept. 3, from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel in Phillipsburg. The casket will remain closed.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Marvin Cemetery. Online condolences to: www.olliffboeve.com.

Olliff-Boeve Memorial Chapel, Phillipsburg, is in charge of the arrangements.

Adrianne Carolina Martin, 35, passed away August 28, 2018, at her home in Seward, Kansas. She was born April 18, 1983, in Great Bend, Kansas, the daughter of William A. “Sonny” and Carolina A. (Ledesma) Martin.

A longtime Hoisington resident moving to Seward in 2016, Adrianne worked as an insurance agent for American Family Insurance, and had also worked as a clerk for Becker Tire and Manweiler Chevrolet.

Adrianne was a hunting and motorcycle enthusiast and loved her three dogs.

She is survived by her parents; Sonny and Carol Martin of Hoisington; twin sisters, Susan Clark and husband Bryan and their son Brendan of Hutchinson, and Stephanie Kelsey and fiancé Jay Weigel and their daughters Natalie & Haylee of Ellis; brother, John W. Martin of Hoisington; grandmother, Alberta Ledesma of Hoisington; numerous aunts and uncles, including, Dallas Martin of Midland, Texas; and many cousins, including Mitch Martin of Midland, Texas.

She was preceded in death by grandparents, Doyle Martin and Dorotha Martin Surface, and Herman Ledesma; and uncles, Doyle A. Martin and Arthur Tisdall.

Funeral service will be 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, with Pastor Mike Joiner presiding. Friends may call 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday. Burial will follow in Hoisington Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Adrianne Martin Funeral Expense Fund in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Gertrude Elizabeth Hickel, 91, died August 30, 2018, at Cherry Village, Great Bend, Kansas. She was born November 18, 1926, in Odin, Kansas, the daughter of Hugo and Mathilda (Hoeffner) Frenzl.

On June 1, 1954, she married Daniel S. Hickel at the Holy Family Catholic Church, in Odin. He died January 16, 1975.

A lifetime resident of the Odin and Claflin areas, she was a babysitter, a waitress at Pat’s Café for 10 years, and had also worked for the IGA Grocery Store in Claflin. Gertrude was a member of the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and the Altar Society, Claflin. She enjoyed playing bingo and crocheting, and was a gifted cook, baker and seamstress.

Survivors include; five children, Alan Hickel and wife Teresa of Hoisington, Lois Krier and husband Pete of Claflin, Doug Hickel and Michelle of Topeka, Joyce McAtee and husband Jim of Bushton, and Kevin Hickel and Susan of Hoisington; one brother, Leo Frenzl of Great Bend; one sister, Viola Meyeres of Ellinwood; and one sister-in-law, Edna Frenzl of Hays; 8 grandchildren, Kelsey New and husband Jim of Olmitz, Adam Hickel and Amie of Hoisington, Lisa Foiles and husband Alex of Topeka, Darrell Hickel of Tennessee, Julee McAtee and Jacob McAtee both of Bushton, Petie Krier of Claflin, and Rebecca Maier of Hutchinson; and a great grandson, Jaxson New.

Gertrude was preceded in passing by: an infant daughter, Peggy Sue Hickel; five brothers, Frank Frenzl, Joe Frenzl, August Frenzl, Larry Frenzl and William E. Frenzl; and three sisters, Marie Meyeres, Theresa Wondra and Dorothy Reif.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 5, 2018, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, with Father Terrence Klein officiating. Friends may call from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, and 1:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Claflin, with a Vigil with Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery, Odin, Kansas. Memorials may be made to Kans for Kids, Kindred Hospice, or Immaculate Conception Altar Society.

in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, PO Box 146, Hoisington, KS 67544.

Sandra Jean (Brown) Thompson, 80, died August 26, 2018 at the Graham County Hospital in Hill City, Kansas. She was born April 25, 1938 to Oscar and Alberta (Elliott) Brown in Bogue, Kansas.

She was born at the couple’s home, a home that Sandy would continue to grow up in and later live with her own family.
Sandy went on her first date with her future husband when he was in third grade and she was a first grader. His parents took them to Stockton to the movies and then for ice cream. Then on June 17, 1956, a month after Sandy’s graduation, she was united in marriage to James “Jamie” Thompson in the Bogue Community United Methodist Church. They made their home in Everett, Washington while Jamie was stationed at Paine Air Force Base. While Jamie served a tour of duty at Ladd AFB, Fairbanks, Alaska, she lived with her parents in Hill City. Following Jamie’s discharge, they moved to Denver, Colorado to attend school at Parks Business College. Sandy worked as a legal secretary while Jamie completed his course in Higher Accounting and Business Administration. In the fall of 1960, they move home to Bogue where Jamie began employment with the Farmers State Bank.

Sandra then began her fulltime career as homemaker and mother to first Tim and later Tammy and Toby. The children all agree, she was the best mom anyone could ever hope for. To say the least, she was organized and consistent and had a schedule for everything. Even though they probably didn’t always appreciate or even realize it until much later; but because of this, she provided them with a completely worry-free childhood. The house was meticulously clean, laundry always caught up and a hot meal on the table three times a day. They do not ever remember her being sick or even the least bit grouchy. In fact, she did all with joy, always humming, always smiling. Even in the end, when things got rough, she never complained. She just kept going as long as she could. The last night she was home, even as she struggled to get to the table for dinner, she was still humming!

After the children were grown she was employed by Farmers State Bank, which later became the Stockton National Bank. She continued this employment until she retired in 2000. She was active in her church, TPM Club, United Methodist Women, and Builders Class, Ladies Coffee Group, which was a highlight of every day, Second Chances, and wrote the Bogue News for the Hill City Times.

Sandy was a marvelous cook and shared this talent with friends and family. Sunday dinners were a favorite time for family. No matter who could be there, she would have dinner on the table and there was always enough no matter if extras dropped in. She also enjoyed having extended family gatherings. She organized many Thompson reunions, both on Memorial and Labor Day weekends as well as hosting Thanksgiving dinners each year. She especially enjoyed the Gustafson Oyster supper at Christmas.

As busy as she was, Sandy still had time for things she loved. Her grandchildren’s events, whether it was a ballgame, music concert, art show, or horse show, she was always eager to attend. Sandy was always up for a game of dominoes. She especially enjoyed getting together with her cousins for an afternoon of eating, sharing and playing. She tried many times to get her family to play with her, but she always won, so most were hesitant. Her flower gardens were very important to her. She knew the names of hundreds of flowers and enjoyed planting and tending them. Sandy was a shopper, spending an entire day looking at everything. She rarely bought unless she had a coupon or there was sale; or even better, finding a great bargain at a garage sale. On almost every outing, she found someone she knew and would stop and visit, always with a smile; never in a hurry to move on. The last few years, she enjoyed having visitors, but you needed to make sure you didn’t arrive during Jeopardy or Wheel of Fortune or you could only visit during commercials!

She was preceded in death by her parents: Oscar and “Bertie”; sister-in-law, Janice Booi; nephew Brock Booi; and in-laws Rex and Marie Thompson.

Leaving to mourn her passing are her husband of 62 years; her sister, Carolyn Erickson of Denver, Colorado; her children: Tim Thompson and wife Karen of Bogue, Tammy and husband Greg Tang of Kansas City, Missouri; Toby Thompson of Hill City; nine grandchildren, three-step grandchildren; three step-great-grandchildren; and a host of relatives and friends.

Sandra has left this world, but all of us here today are much better people because we knew her. Let her legacy of joy and love live on in us.

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Loren Keith Lumpkins, 77, of Chase, passed away August 29, 2018, at Sterling Presbyterian Manor, Sterling, Kansas, following a courageous 2 ½ year battle with brain cancer.

He was born December 24, 1940 at Codell, Kansas, the son of Irwin Roy and Della Benedick Lumpkins. He graduated from Plainville High School in Plainville, Kansas and attended Fort Hays State University. He was a longtime resident of Chase, formerly of Plainville and Great Bend, Kansas.

Keith loved his work as a self-employed oil producer. He was an avid arrowhead hunter and loved spending time with his family and his beloved dog Maggie. He was a member of the Chase Baptist Church. He married Cheryl Jones on June 1, 1962 at Ellinwood, Kansas, and later divorced; then on August 11, 2002 he was united in marriage with Grace Gillespie in Chase.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Delwin Lumpkins and sister-in-law Ramona Lumpkins; sister, Royalynn Nelson; brother-in-laws, Darrel King and Johnnie Lumpkins; and a step-granddaughter, Mara Gillespie.

Keith is survived by his wife, Grace of the home; two sons, Craig and wife Cathy, and Dale and wife, Lisa, all of Wichita; step-sons Cameron Gillespie and Jimmy Gillespie, both of Chase; daughters Robin and husband Bruce Butler of Manhattan; Renee and husband Doug Stejskal of Almena, Kansas; step-daughters Melissa Bethea and Genny Gillespie both of Chase; brothers Earl and wife Juanita Lumpkins of Great Bend, and sisters Kay Lumpkins of Great Bend and Ginny King of Parker, Colorado; six grandchildren and 19 step-grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and 20 step-great-grandchildren.

Funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, September 1, at the Chase Baptist Church with Pastor Charles Kirk officiating. Burial will be at the Lyons Municipal Cemetery. Visitation will be Friday, August 31, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Birzer Funeral Home with family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Memorials can be made to Chase Baptist Church in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.