Lena Rachel Farr Russell, age 90, died Saturday, November 14, 2015 at the High Plains Retirement Village in Lakin, Kansas. She was born on April 30, 1925 in Logan County, Kansas the daughter of James Wiey and Ida Elizabeth Patton Farr.

She was a member of the Baptist Faith and a member of the Scott City Community until 2006.

On Feb 6, 1941 she married Orval E. Russell in Campus, Kansas. He died on May 7, 2001.

Survivors include four children; Richard Russell of Holcomb, Kansas; Roberta LeClair of Garden City, Kansas; Roger Russell of Pennsylvania; Monica Schwab of Maryland; 16 grandchildren, and 20 Great Grandchildren.

Lena was preceded in death by one daughter, Barbara Green; one son, Myron Russell; three grandsons; one Great grandson; six sisters; five brothers.

Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 18, 2015 at 2:00 P.M. at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Open Calling hours will be from 1:30-8:00 p.m. Monday and 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Garden City, Kansas and from 10:00 – Noon at Price and Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Lena Russell Memorial Fund.

Wilfred A. “Will” Sander, 85, Hays, died Friday, November 13, 2015 at the Golden Living Center in Wilson, Kansas.

He was born April 8, 1930 in Victoria, Kansas the son of Celestine and Pauline (Stang) Sander. On October 3, 1954 he married Elaine Quint in Victoria. She died October 9, 2006.

He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War and was discharged as a Sergeant 1st Class in 1953. He graduated from Victoria High School in 1949 and from Fort Hays State University with a BS degree in Business and Accounting. He was an accountant and management consultant and was the owner/operator of Cruisin Computers, Inc.  He was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, and enjoyed woodworking and ballroom dancing with his wife.

Survivors include a son Mark Sander of Salina, KS, four daughters; Ann Friesen and husband Jon of Colby, Kansas, Margaret Wedel of McPherson, KS, Carmelita Olson and husband Bruce of Fountain, CO, and Maria Dinkel and husband Tracy of Victoria, a brother Donnie Sander and a sister Doris Hertel, a daughter in law Pam Sander and a son in law Gary Cutsinger, numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Elaine, a son Aaron Sander and a daughter Gwen Cutsinger, a son in law Wyman Wedel, three brothers; Melvin, Leland, and LaVerne Sander, and a sister Lillian Urban.

Funeral services will be at 10:00 am on Friday, November 20, 2015 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 210 W. 13th Street, Hays.  Burial with military honors by the Hays VFW Post #9076 Honor Guard will follow in the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, WaKeeney, Kansas.  Visitation will be from 5:00 until 8:00 pm on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 Friday, all at the Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home, 1906 Pine Street.  A parish vigil service and rosary will be at 7:00 pm on Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel, 1906 Pine Street, Hays, KS  67601. Condolences may be left for the family at www.haysmemorial.com.

Hays, Kansas-Teresa Radena Randle, age 63, died Wednesday, November 11, 2015, at Hays Medical Center Hays, Kansas.

She was born November 13, 1951, Beaver, Oklahoma to L. R. and Fern Ola (Folmer) Wilgus.

She married David L. Randle on August 31, 1968 in Guymon, Oklahoma.

After high school she married and was a homemaker and a farmer’s wife. She lived in Hugoton for 30 years and moved to Hays in 1998. She enjoyed crafting, vacationing and her family.

Survivors include her husband, David L. Randle, of the home; four daughters, Tammie Radena Nelson, Beloit, KS; Angela Lee Heier and husband, Kevin, Valley Center, KS; Davesa Kae Cousins and husband, Donald, Shayla Dawn Randle, both of Hays, KS; one brother, Roger Wilgus and wife, Annette, Guymon, OK; nine grandchildren, Corey Parsons; Kelsey Nelson; Jessica, Brendon, Katelyn, Jacob Heier; Taya, Amedee, Cyran Randle; and one great grandson, Lane Parsons.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services are 10:00 A.M. Monday, November 16, 2015 at Cline’s Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601. Burial in Fort Hays Memorial Gardens Cemetery Hays, Kansas.

Visitation is from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Monday, all at Cline’s Mortuary of Hays.

Memorial to Hays High School Chamber Singers. Condolences can be sent via email to
[email protected].

Hays, Kansas – Lloyd J. Kisner, age 86, died Thursday, November 12, 2015, at his home.

He was born September 5,1929, in Pfeifer, Kansas to Stephen and Anna (Dome) Kisner Sr. He married Maxiline (Huser) on September 19, 1950, at Vincent, Kansas. She died December 10, 2014.

He worked 25 years at Fort Hays State University in environmental services and retired in 2012. He was a US Army veteran and a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Hays, Kansas. He was a avid Royals fan, enjoyed gardening, and spending time with his family and grandchildren.

Survivors include three daughters, Dian Watz and husband, David, Winchester, KY; Cora Woods and husband, Tom, Bennington, KS; Bonnie Rupke and husband, Robert, Hays, KS; two brothers, Steve Kisner and wife, Jane, Pfeifer, KS; Marvin Kisner, Pfeifer, KS; three sisters, Lucille Huser-Knoll Hays, KS; Florene Kisner, Pfeifer, KS; Marline Lang-Sarver and husband, Larry, Natoma, KS; four grandchildren, Michael Kisner, Dustin Rupke (Sheila), Daisha Alderson (Matt), Nichole Peck (Josh); 11 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by parents; wife; one great grandchild, Carleah Jo; his twin brother, Floyd Kisner; one infant brother, Marion Kisner; three, brothers-in-law, Earl Huser, George Knoll and Valerian J. Lang.

Services are at 2:00 P.M. Saturday, November 14, 2015, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church Hays, Kansas. Burial in St. Joseph Cemetery Hays, Kansas with military honors by the Hays V.F.W. Post 9076.
A vigil service is at 6:30 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Visitation is from 5:00 to 9:00 P.M. Friday, and from 10:00 to 1:45 P.M. Saturday, all at Cline’s Mortuary of Hays.

Memorial to Fort Hays State University Scholarship Fund – Pre Veterinary in memory of Lloyd J. Kisner. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to [email protected].

Norma Lee (Berschauer) Cunningham passed away Sunday, November 8, 2015 at her home in WaKeeney, Kansas at the age of 79. She was born June 25, 1936 in WaKeeney to the late William and Mollie (Deines) Berschauer. She grew up in WaKeeney and graduated from Trego Community High School. She was baptized and confirmed at Bethlehem Lutheran Church where she remained a lifetime member. On December 27, 1957 Norma married Bill Cunningham in Lawton, Oklahoma. They were blessed with five children, Rick, Becky, Terry, Janet and William. On their 55th Wedding Anniversary, Norma and Bill renewed their vows in the church.

Norma worked for 42 years at the Trego County Lemke Memorial Hospital and Long Term Care, first as a Certified Nurse’s Aide and later as the Activities Director. She truly enjoyed vegetable and flower gardening along with baking and cooking family dinners. She was especially known for her amazing bierocks. She liked vacationing and traveling with her family, an occasional trip to the casino and spending time with her grandchildren.

A member of the Trego County Hospital Auxiliary and Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Norma’s greatest love were the people in her life. Whether it was family, friends, neighbors or patients, she was always more concerned about the welfare of others than of herself. Giving wasn’t just a good idea, it was how she lived every day of her life, even leaving a legacy of future giving through her death by donating her body for medical and science research.

Norma is survived by her husband Bill Cunningham of the home in WaKeeney; sons Rick Cunningham and wife Nancy of Ellis, Terry Cunningham and wife Kim of WaKeeney, and William Cunningham of Ellis; daughters Becky Oller and husband Paul of WaKeeney, and Janet Durheim and husband Steve of Ellis; brother Bill Berschauer and wife Lila of Albert; sister Merna Ellertson and husband Dave of Salina; grandchildren Jena Stunkel and husband David, Briana Towner and husband Michael, Travis Elder and wife Harlea, Sara Cunningham, Eric Cunningham, Matthew Cunningham, Jamie Durheim, Emily Hiss and husband Michael, Derek Kvasnicka, and Sierra Cunningham; great-grandchildren Odin Reif, Kyliee Towner and Lola Stunkel.

She was preceded in death by her parents William and Mollie Berschauer.

The Lord Jesus himself said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” We are so blessed because of all that Norma gave to each and every one of us, but now she is even more blessed as she hears the words of her Heavenly Father, “Well done, good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your father.”

Larry Eugene Thummel left his earthly home for his heavenly home on Monday, November 2, 2015 in Hutchinson. Larry was born April 6, 1950 to Lawrence and Mildred (Huelsman) Thummel in Hoxie.

He attended Hoxie High School. Larry met the love of his life (his high school sweetheart), Marilyn Kropp, of Colby. They were united in marriage on August 31, 1968, and had 47 wonderful years together. She survives of the family home. To this union was born, two children. Larry loved and lived for these kids; they meant the world to him. Larry was a hard worker all his life. He enjoyed working in his yard, and working with his son. He also loved to spend time with his brother, Bernard, and friend, Marty.

Larry is survived by his wife; a daughter, Jennifer Thummel, and her three daughters, Brooke, Amber, and Kaylee, of WaKeeney; a son, J.D. Thummel, and his children, Cody, Trisha, and Kayla, of Quinter; two great-grandchildren, John and Janessa; four brothers, Leon and wife Carol, of Wichita , Bernard and wife Sharon, of Hoxie, Mike and wife Marylou, of Wichita, and Jon, of Hoxie; two sisters, Jane and husband John McDougal, of Colby, and Charlotte and husband Dean Wolf, of Grinnell; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Jerry. Larry will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Rest in peace, Larry. You’ve earned it!

Memorial services will be 3:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14, 2015 at Schmitt Funeral Home, Quinter.

There will be no visitation as Larry’s wishes were to be cremated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Larry Thummel Memorial Fund. Checks made directly to the fund may be sent to Schmitt Funeral Home, 901 South Main, Quinter, KS 67752.

Brandon Ray Younker, age 23, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 in Ludowici, Georgia. He was born on September 26, 1992 in Garden City, Kansas, the son of Blair Younker and Roberta “Bobbi” Dearden.

Survivors include his Father – Blair Younker of Aberdeen, South Dakota accompanied by Irene Younker of Denton, Texas, Mother – Roberta “Bobbi” Strait of Alexander, North Dakota, One Brother – Dallas & Regina Younker of San Angelo, Texas, Five Sisters – Stephanie & Michael Woods of Glennville, Georgia, Michelle Richards of Colby, Kansas, Desiree Younker & Robert Perkins of Saginaw, Texas, Amber Gonzales of Denton, Texas, Megan Younker of Denton, Texas, Grandmothers – Connie Dearden of Abilene, Texas, Alma Dearden of Scott City, Kansas, Grandfather – Robert & Mary Dearden of Scott City, Kansas and Thirteen Nieces & Nephews.

He was preceded in death by One Uncle – Kevin Younker.

Graveside Services will be held at the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas at 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 13, 2015 with the Rev. Kyle Evans presiding.

Memorials may be given to the Brandon Younker Memorial Fund % Price & Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas

Interment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

There will be no calling times.

Carole Stark, age 77, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015 at her daughter’s home in Hays, Kansas. She was born on September 17, 1938 in Ness County, Kansas to Sylvester and Rosie Herman Breit. She attended her first eleven years of school in Utica moving with her family to Scott City in 1955 to attend Scott Community High School for her senior year.

Carole was an active part of the community and held several positions in Scott City. Her first job was as the Scott Community High School secretary. When her daughters were older she worked as the Scott City Elementary School secretary for ten years. She spent nineteen years working at the Scott City Clinic and the Scott County Hospital. After the death of her husband she served as the secretary/bookkeeper of St. Joseph Catholic Church for six years.

On February 4, 1961 she married Don Stark who preceded her in death on September 4, 2001. Carole was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City. Her life was centered on family and community.

Carole was preceded in death by her parents, brother Vernon Breit; sister-in-law and husband Kathryn and Charles Duff.

Carole is survived by three daughters, Vanessa Metzger (Mark) of Lawrence, Kansas; Debra Stark of Gladstone, Missouri; Suzanne Stark of Hays, Kansas and her Grandson Morgan Metzger of Lawrence, Kansas. She is also survived by her sister and husband Donna and Les Zimmerman of Hutchinson, Kansas and sister-in-law, Molly Williams of Modoc, Kansas; many nieces and nephews, her “fourth daughter” Irene Huck and Carole’s faithful companion Mac.

Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City, Kansas with Vigil Services starting at 7:00 p.m.

Funeral Mass will be held at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Scott City Kansas at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 11, 2015 with Fr. Warren Stecklein presiding.

Inurnment will be in the Scott County Cemetery in Scott City, Kansas.

Memorials to Shriners Hospitals for Children or Wounded Warrior Project in care of Price and Sons Funeral Home in Scott City, Kansas.

Blake Allen Nickelson, age 22, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2015 in rural Wichita County, Kansas. Blake was born February 17, 1993 in Lakin, Kansas, the son of Michael Todd & Diane Michelle (Clymer) Nickelson. A 2011 graduate of Wichita County High School where he served as class president and was a participant in football, basketball and baseball programs, he attended Kansas State University, Manhattan Area Technical Institute and was currently working in the farming industry with his father and grandfather.

Blake was a member of the United Methodist Church, Leoti Fire Department, Crosswinds Chrysalis, IM3, Pheasants Forever and he was a former Boy Scout all of Leoti, Kansas.

Blake’s surviving family include-

His Parents-

Mike & Diane Nickelson- Leoti, Kansas

His brother-

Bryce Nickelson- Leoti, Kansas

His sister-

Abigail Nicole Nickelson- Leoti, Kansas

His Grandparents-

Dan & Twila Nickelson- Leoti, Kansas

Elmer & Chris Clymer- Satanta, Kansas

His girlfriend-

Rachel Rush- Bendena, Kansas

Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends

His maternal grandmother, Mary Clymer, preceded him in death in 2003.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, November 13, 2015 at the United Methodist Church in Leoti, Kansas, with the Reverends Brad Kirk and Rick Just officiating.

Burial will be in Leoti Cemetery in Leoti, Kansas.

Friends may call from 10:00 am until 8:00 pm Wednesday and from 10:00 am until 5:00 pm Thursday at Price & Sons Funeral Home in Leoti, Kansas.

The family suggests memorials to be given to the Blake A. Nickelson Memorial Fund and mailed to

Price & Sons Funeral Home

PO 161

Leoti, Kansas 67861

Condolences may be sent to the family through the funeral home website at priceandsons.com.

Hays, Kansas – Donald W. Schmidt, age 66, died Saturday, November 7, 2015, at South Wind Hospice in Pratt, Kansas.

He was born September 24, 1949, in Hays, Kansas to Hilary P. and Amelia (Rome) Schmidt.

He was a 1967 graduate of St. Joseph Military School Hays, served six years in the Kansas National Guard and attended the Salina Voc Ed School. He worked 5 years at Hays Car &Truck Alignment, 5 years at James Motor Company, 12 years for the City of Hays as grounds keeper at the Fort Hays Municipal Golf Course and 19 years as a bus driver for the ACCESS Van. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the American Legion both of Hays.

Survivors include his sister, Linda Young and husband, Bob, Haviland, KS; six nephews and nieces; 11 great nephews and great nieces; 8 great great nephews and great great nieces and one great great great niece.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Betty Merklinger and her husband, Elmer.

Services are at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, November 12, 2015, at St. Joseph Catholic Church Hays, Kansas. Burial in St. Fidelis Cemetery Victoria, Kansas with military honors by the Hays American Legion and V.F.W.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Memorials to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas or St. Fidelis Cemetery. Condolences can be sent via email to [email protected].

Luke Duane Schemm, 17, of Sharon Springs, Kansas, died Wednesday, November 4, 2015, after collapsing at his high school football playoff game on Tuesday, November 3.

He was born December 2, 1997, in Tribune, Kansas, the son of David and Lisa (Coston) Schemm. He attended Wallace County High School and was involved in a myriad of school and community activities. Luke lived his life passionately and positively impacted the lives of everyone he knew.

Luke had many diverse passions, and excelling in sports was one. Though he was a well accomplished athlete, Luke never sought accolades for himself, but more so for his team. Anyone who played with Luke can attest to his sportsmanship and to his humility; however, his athletic success cannot be denied. Luke was a four year starter in football; WCHS Football Practice Player of the Year, freshman; All-State underclassman in football, sophomore; All-District Linebacker 1st team, sophomore; All-League Linebacker 1st team and All-League Running Back 2nd team, sophomore; Football Captain, junior; All-League 1st team Linebacker and 2nd Team Running Back, junior; All-District MVP Defensive Player of the Year, junior.

Luke was also a three year starter in basketball; All-League basketball 3rd team, sophomore; 1A State Basketball Runner-Up, sophomore; WCHS Most Improved Basketball Player, sophomore; Basketball Co-captain, junior; Top-side Tip-Off All-Tournament team, junior; All-State Basketball Tournament Team, junior; Basketball All-League 1st team, junior; 1A DII State Basketball Championship, junior; 1A DII Basketball 1st Team All-State, junior. Luke was also a three year state qualifier in high jump; 1A State Track High Jump 2nd place, freshman; 4th place, sophomore; 3rd place, junior.

Besides athletics, Luke was well-rounded in other areas. Because Luke’s classmates respected him and his ability to lead by example, Luke served as class president and student council representative from his freshman to senior year. Luke’s talents also extended to participating in band, vocal, forensics, and the school play. Academically, Luke continued to attain excellence. He was a 4.0 student, pending valedictorian of his class, and a member of the National Honor Society since his sophomore year. He was also recognized as a Student Ambassador to the People to People Ambassador Programs. Luke was a very active eleven year participant in 4-H where he served in many leadership roles including the Smoky Valley 4-H Club President, 4-H Parliamentarian, 4-H Council Member, 4-H Council Representative, and 4-H Council Treasurer. He competed in various 4-H competitive events including steers, foods, woodworking, rocketry, and small engines. Serving his community was very important to Luke. Besides many community volunteer hours, Luke was a mentor in the Big Brother/Big Sister program and attended the Hi-Plains Baptist Church in Sharon Springs.

Having been raised on his family’s farm, a strong work ethic was learned by Luke at a very early age. It was this drive and wise advice from his parents that gave him the determination to always strive to succeed and never to settle for less than his best. Always looking for the next adventure, he had many hobbies and interests including working on his race car and restoring vehicles. He had started racing two years ago and was always trying to improve his car. More importantly, he loved living life to his fullest with his brother Clay. They enjoyed everything, as long as it was together. Luke lived his life with passion and continues to be an inspiration to all that knew him.

Surviving family includes his parents David and Lisa Schemm; brother Clay Schemm; grandparents Vernon and Dixie Schemm, all of Sharon Springs; grandparents Scott and Rhonda Coston of Somerset, Texas; aunts and uncles Steve Schemm, his wife Michelle, and their children Caleb, Zachary, Jadon, and Mykah, all of Wallace; Mike Kuykendall, his wife Diane, and their children Sarah, Matthew, Lauren, and Gregory, all of Weskan; Paul Meyer, his wife Mary, and their children Amand Ammons, Her husband Kileab, and their children Colton and Chase, all of Auburn; Lane Coston, his wife Joanna, and their daughter Shelby Gothard, all of Brady, Texas; Lyle Coston and his wife Brenda of Cypress, Texas.

The funeral will be Tuesday, November 10, at 10:30 AM MT, at the Wallace County High School Gym in Sharon Springs, with Pastor Rick Dewees officiating. Burial will follow in the Sharon Springs Cemetery.

Friends may share their respects on Tuesday, from 8:30 until 10:30 AM MT, at the Wallace County High School Gym.

Memorials may be designated to the Luke Schemm Memorial, and may be left at the service or Eastern Colorado Bank in Sharon Springs, or mailed to Koons Funeral Home, 211 N. Main, Goodland, KS 67735-1555.