• Florence L. Conrad
• Henry A. Martens
• Shirley A. Warf
• Horace A. Demarest, Jr
• Donald V. Fisher
• Cora B. Hutchens Byrd
• Dale W. Ludwig
• Mildred Leona "Millie" Biggins
• Elsie Schminke Banks
• Bonnie K. Goodin
• Gary Doyle Mayberry
• Roger W. Clay
• Kenneth K. Tandy
• Kenneth Wayne Wiehe
• Robert (Bobby) E. Guenther, Jr
• Charlie James Harper Jr
• Vera Urban
• David Carl Ross
• Kaitlin Breana Jarvis

• Colin Patrick Jarvis
• Betty Sargent
• Ralph H. Smith
• Edward A. McClure
• Helena May Clift
• Arimeta Luellen Carpenter
• Leo V. Heintzelman
• Josephine Alene Keefer White
• Millie L Robinson
• Hazel Mae Meyer
• Lester O. Collins
• George L. Payne
• Fay E. Jansen
• Alberta Elaine Balz
• Miroslaw Michael Brigg
• James R. "Buddy" Scott
• Harry R "Dick" Bowman
• Jesse E. Driscoll
• Barbara P. Wagner

• Mary L. Alexander
• Olive K. "Ollek" Kenton
• John Biringer Miller, Jr
• Erma Jean Johnson
• Gary Gene Messenger
• John H. Ogletree
• Florence Ephlin
• Leonard Edward Meinert
• Suzane L. Ingalls
• Sue A. Ogan
• C. Genevieve Powers
• Angela M. Patton Duncan
• Anton J. Price, Sr
• Kathleen Lucille Sack
• Mary Margaret Baskas
• Roberta Angie Glenn
• Darlene (Polly) Ready
• Lucille F. Jahn
• Florence Louise Harrington

Florence L. Conrad, 85, Leavenworth, Kansas passed away Friday, December17, 2004 at St. John Hospital, Leavenworth. She was born November 15, 1919 in Leavenworth, Kansas the daughter of Clarence Conrad and Ethel Smith Conrad. On June 21, 1941 in Leavenworth she married Theodore H. "Ted" Conrad. They were married 63 years. Ted survives at the home. She is also survived by Daughters, Alice Louise Conrad of Leavenworth, Kansas, Dorothy "Dot" Quebedeaus of Omaha, NE. Son, Ted Conrad, Jr. of Leavenworth Kansas. Her sister, Alice LaBunker of Andover, Massachusetts. Grandchildren, Shannon Wilcox, Wendy Andersen and Cathy Cox and three Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Carol Lee Means. Florence was a member of the Pilgrim United Church of Christ, for many years she was active in the Eastern Star, the White Shrine and the Leavenworth County Historical Society. Visitation will be held from 6-8 Monday, December 20, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held 11am Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at the Pilgrim United Church of Christ, 5th and Arch, Leavenworth, Kansas. The Rev. Jim McKinney will officiate. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Pilgrim United Church of Christ.

Henry A. Martens passed away at his home in Leavenworth on Friday, December 17, 2004. He was 72. Henry was born September 16, 1932, to Henry and Mary Martens in Shawnee. He attended Shawnee Schools and then served in the US Coast Guard. He married Shirley L. Pfeifer on December 1, 1951 in Olathe. Henry Martens started his career as a Manor Bread route salesman. His bread route included the local Chevrolet dealer who was so impressed with Henry's selling skills that he recruited Henry to sell cars. After just a few years selling, Henry became a partner of Beck-Dennis Chevrolet in Olathe. Four years later Henry accepted a sales manager position with Guy Pine Chrysler-Plymouth of Mission. Henry left his job a few years later and was sought out by Chrysler Corporation to open his own auto dealership. Henry and Shirley moved to Leavenworth in 1963 when they purchased the Chrysler-Plymouth franchise. Henry Martens owned his store for more than 30 years. Henry's hard work and love of the automobile business allowed him to expand. At one point in time, Henry owned and operated five automobile dealerships with his five sons in Leavenworth, Platte City, MO, Lee's Summit, MO and Warsaw, MO. Henry and Shirley Martens currently own the Chevrolet-Cadillac dealership in Leavenworth. Henry Martens was a charter member of the Olathe Lions Club and member of the Leavenworth Elks, the American Legion and AUSA. He was also a lifetime member of the Belgian-American Club of Greater Kansas City and sponsored many of the Allied officers from Belgium who attended CGSC at Fort Leavenworth. His many accomplishments included growing and harvesting grapes and producing wine for all of his friends and family. He also was a pilot for many years. Proud of his Belgian heritage, Henry made two trips to Belgium to visit his mother's birthplace and to visit his many friends he made through the Fort Leavenworth sponsorship program. There are many families in the country of Belgium who are sad today of Henry's passing but are also grateful to have know Henry and experienced his generosity. Henry Martens had a lifelong passion for being outdoors and for working his land with his farm equipment. Henry enjoyed cutting firewood and even more relaxing at home in front of a fire on a chilly day. A good day for Henry was mowing his acreage, planting trees and shrubs and making something more beautiful than it was before he started. Henry is survived by his wife, Shirley, of 53 years and by his five sons and daughter-in-laws, Tom and Sylvia Martens, Leavenworth, Dale and Ann Martens, Lee's Summit, MO, Tony and Gretchen Martens, Platte City, MO, Hank Martens, Joplin MO, Jeff and Melanie Martens, Leavenworth, 12 Grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Friends may call after noon Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, and the family will receive friends from 6-8 Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee. There will be a Rosary at 7pm. Tuesday at the funeral chapel. A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10am, Wednesday, December 22, 2004 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Leavenworth with the Rev. David McEvoy officiating. Burial will be in the Johnson County Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 11200 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Shirley A. Warf of Leavenworth passed away Saturday, December 11, 2004 at Providence Medical Center. She was born on February 19, 1937 the daughter of George and Gladys Perrine Gillaspie in Seneca, Kansas. On January 11, 1963 she married Donald G. Warf. He survives the home. She was a member of the First Christian Church. She was a pharmaceutical technician at the Lansing Correctional Facility. Survivors include her husband Donald, 2 daughters Renee A. Langley, LV and Kimberly D. Lowman, LV, 2 sons Donald G. Warf, Jr., Atchison and Steven E Warf, LV, 2 brothers Ellis Gillaspie and Gerald Gillaspie, 4 sisters Lola Henderickson, Cora Lee Britt, Ilene Rios, and Nadine Lane, 9 Grandchildren, 5 Great Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday, December 14, 2004 from 6-8pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, December 15, 2004 at 10 am at the funeral chapel. The Rev. Merry Muncy will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church.

Horace A. Demarest, Jr, of Leavenworth passed away Saturday, December 11, 2004. Horace was born December 28, 1912, the son of Horace A and Elizabeth M. Healy Demarest, Sr in Brooklyn, New York. He married Alixe B. Barclay in April 1949. She preceded him in death in 2003. He served in WWII and Korea. He was a lawyer and an engineer. He retired from military service as a Colonel in the US Army Reserve in 1968 and from government service in 1976. Survivors include 3 sons: Alexander, Archibald and Geoffrey Demarest. He was preceded in death by his wife Alixe and daughters Lilias and Esme. No services are planned.

Donald V. Fisher, 77, Leavenworth, Kansas passed away Sunday, December 12, 2004 at his home. He was born June 18, 1927 in Lakeville, Indiana the son of Vernon Fisher and Gladys Ranstead Fisher. On July 4, 1947 in Leavenworth he married Ruth Elaine Theel, she preceded him in death on August 18, 1986. He was also preceded in death by his son, Mark Fisher, Sr who passed away in May of 2004, his brothers, Foster Fisher, James Fisher, and Carl Fisher and his sister Shirley Force. He served in the United States Army from 1945-1948. Donald was a foreman for the Simon-Johnson Company, retiring in 1983. He enjoyed doing wood working, being around family, friends and people and watching western movies. Survivors include: Daughter, Judy Harmon and husband Dennis of Leavenworth, Kansas Son, Donald V. Fisher and wife Donna of Tucson, Arizona Daughter in law, Donna M Fisher of Leavenworth, Kansas 2 Brothers, Junior Fisher and Rolland Fisher of Indiana 2 Sisters, Rosemary Willett and Marilyn Gerding of Indiana 6 Grandchildren, Mark Fisher Jr., Dean Fisher, Robin Usera, Dennis Harmon Jr., Nicholas Harmon and Jennifer Humphrey and 7 Great Grandchildren. A memorial service will be held 4pm Thursday, December 16, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St. Leavenworth, KS 66048. Chaplain Jack Divine will officiate. The family will begin receiving friends at 3:30 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to Leavenworth Hospice, 920 6th Avenue, Leavenworth, KS 66048.

Cora B. Hutchens Byrd, Leavenworth, passed away Tuesday, November 23, 2004 at Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, Kansas. She was 73. Cora was born on June 29, 1931, the daughter of William Harry and Margaret Wieland Hutchens in St. Joseph, MO. On December 3, 1956 she married Daniel J. Byrd. He preceded her in death. She was a homemaker. Survivors include three daughters, Margaret Ann Matthews, Maple Hill; Debra Kay Watkins and Brenda Marie Somers, both of Leavenworth; five sons, Mark Hutchens, Barstow, Calif.; Ed Ruga, Leavenworth, Robert J Byrd, Shawnee; James C. Byrd and Rodney D. Byrd both of Leavenworth; one brother, Jack Hutchens; one sister Grace Bergman-Cline, Leavenworth; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, three brothers, William "Bill" Hutchens Jr., James Hutchens and Charles "Ted" Hutchens; and one sister Gladys Hagemaster. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm Sunday, November 28 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Friends may call after 2pm Sunday. Funeral service will be held at 10am Monday, November 29, 2004 at the funeral chapel. Chaplain Jack Divine will officiate. Burial will follow in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association.

Dale W. Ludwig, 76, Leavenworth, KS died Sunday, October 24, 2004 at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Dale was born on January 9, 1928 in Leavenworth, KS the son of Geary E. Ludwig, Sr. and Augusta Radloff Ludwig. He married Betty J. Peterson of Lindsborg on November 28, 1952. The celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary in 2002. Dale was a graduate of L.H.S. Class of 1946. He followed his football coach, Ray Habn, to Bethany college in Lindsborg where he was an all-conference tackle on the Bethany Championship Team. He was an assistant football coach at Bethany and was inducted into the Bethany Sports Hall of Honor in 1991. Dale worked at the Missouri Valley Shipyards and retired from skilled trades at General Motors, Fairfax in 1993 with 33 years of service. Dale was lifelong duck hunter and fisherman. He taught his children and grandchildren how to fish and was particularly proud when his son and his partner won the Cabela's National Team Walleye Tournament in 2002. Dale built fishing boats to sell and for his own use. Cold winter days found him trapping on the Missouri River. Dale enjoyed sports especially the Chiefs and KU Basketball. He restored his father's Model A Ford and was a member of the Leavenworth Antique Car Club. Dale is survived by his wife Betty of the home, daughters, Kathryn and husband Tim McCool of West Trenton, NJ., Susan and husband Mickey Scanlon of Merriam, KS and son Kenneth and wife Debbie Ludwig of Leavenworth, KS. Brother Gene (Willie) Ludwig and wife Betty Lou Ludwig of Leavenworth, Sister-in-law RoseMary Ludwig. Three granddaughters Courtney Scanlon, Lindsey Scanlon and Shannon McCool. Brothers-in-law Donald and wife Glenda Peterson and Eldon Peterson and nieces and nephews. Dale had resided at Providence Place the past year where he received loving care from the staff and friendship from residents. Dale was a kind and gentle man who loved his family and friends who will treasure the memory of the "Bear". Visitation will be held Wednesday, October 27 from 6-8pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held Thursday, October 28 at 11am at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Bethany College Athletic Department or Trinity United Methodist Church in care of Davis Funeral Chapel. I pray that I may live to fish Until my dying day And when it comes to my last cast I then must humbly pray When the Lord's great Landing net And peacefully asleep Then in His mercy, I be judged big Enough to keep Author Unknown

Mildred Leona "Millie" Biggins, 82, Leavenworth died Saturday, October 23, 2004 at Cushing Memorial Hospital. Millie was born April 7, 1922 to Millard and Alma Cary Dunkle in Leavenworth. She was preceded in death by her parents, two daughters; Jackie Creamer and Deborah Keach, two sisters and one brother. Millie is survived by one daughter; Elaine Hoinacki and husband Tom from Leavenworth, three sons: David Biggins, John Biggins and Edward Byrns, Numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 26 from 6-8pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, October 27 at 10am at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Interment will follow at Mt. Muncie Cemetery.

Elsie Schminke Banks passed away Friday, October 15, 2004 at St. Johns Hospital. She was 84. Elsie was born September 12, 1920 in Ellinwood, KS, the daughter of Edward and Gazella Mutznik Schminke. She married Thomas W. Banks on February 19, 1942. He preceded her in death in 1996. She was a former member of the National Association of Retired Federal Employees (NARFE), Veteran of Foreign Wars (VFW) Auxiliary, Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary and American Legion Auxiliary. She was a member of the First Baptist Church and the Order of the Eastern Star Savannah #223, Savannah, MO. She was retired from the US Government, working at Fort Leavenworth and the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant, Lake City, MO. After retirement she worked for the State of Kansas at the Job Service Center in Leavenworth. While living in Leavenworth she was active in the bowling leagues, which she loved. She resided at Beverly Colonial Manor since December 2001. Survivors include: Daughter Marilyn & David Edwards, Leavenworth, KS; 4 Sons: Edgar & Georgianna Banks, Grain Valley, MO.; Ronald & Linda Banks, Leavenworth, KS; Steven & Lynn Banks, Blue Springs, MO; and Michael Banks, Blue Springs, MO 14 Grandchildren and 14 Great Grandchildren She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, son Kenneth L Banks and sister Ruby Hammeke. Visitation will be held Monday, October 18, 2004 from 6-8pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, October 19, 2004 at 10am in the First Baptist Church, 13th & Osage. Dr. Randall A. Terrill will officiate. Burial will follow in the Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Baptist Church.

Bonnie K. Goodin, 49, Lansing, KS died Thursday, October 14, 2004 at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. She was born August 14, 1955 in Kansas City, KS the daughter of Thomas E. Evans and Vivian C. Baker Evans. On July 26, 1976in Miami, OK she married Robert D. Goodin, Jr. Bonnie was a Para Educator Job Coach working with students with special needs, member of the St. Paul Episcopal Church, member of the Williams Fund at the University of Kansas, member of the University of Kansas Alumni Association and the University of Kansas Endowment Association. Bonnie loved her Husband and Children. She is survived by her husband, Robert D. Goodin Jr of the home. Daughter, Ashley Catherine Goodin, Lawrence, KS and Son, Robert D. Goodin II, Kansas City, MO. Three Sisters, Catherine "Kathy" Eck, Olathe, KS, Carolyn Robinett, Austin, TX and Marilyn Marlin, Shawnee, KS. Friends may call after 3pm Sunday at the Davis Funeral Chapel 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS. Visitation will be held from 6-8pm Sunday at the funeral chapel. Funeral service will be held 11am Monday at the St. Pauls Episcopal Church. The Rev. Michael Munro will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth County Special Education Cooperative. Money will benefit students Bonnie worked with directly.

Gary Doyle Mayberry, 52, Easton Kansas passed away Sunday, September 26, 2004 at Cushing Hospital in Leavenworth, KS. Gary was born January 18, 1952 in Wichita, KS to Oliver C and Ruby G. Raida Mayberry. He graduated from Easton High School in 1970. Gary attended Vo-Tech in Atchison for two years, graduating in 1972. Gary worked for the Atchison Globe for 27 years. He had also worked for the Leavenworth Times. At the time of his death he was caring for his parents and working part-time for USD 449. Gary was an avid sports fan and a collector of ball cards. He loved card shows and flea markets. Gary is survived by his parents, Oliver and Ruby Mayberry of Easton; Sister, Janis and husband Jack Hutchens of Leavenworth; 3 nephews, Matt Hutchens of Leavenworth; Mike and wife Sharon Hutchens of Easton, and Marcus and wife Amy Hutchens of Easton; one niece, Michelle and husband Mike Owens; 7 great nieces and nephews, Tyler, Derick and Steven Hutchens, Katelyn and Alyssa Hutchens, Mikey and Cheyenna Owens. Visitation will be held 6-8pm, Wednesday, September 29, at the Davis Funeral Chapel 531 Shawnee Street Leavenworth, KS 66048. Funeral Service will be held at 2pm Thursday, September 30, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at the Easton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be give to the Easton Methodist Church in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Retired US Army Lt. Col. Roger W. Clay, 72, died Friday, September 24, 2004 at Cushing Hospital. He was born October 13, 1931 in Louisiana, MO, the son of John M. Clay and Izetta Holland Clay. He was married to the former Betty J. Wilson, a Leavenworth native. A career soldier, he served in the US Army from 1952 until his retirement in 1972. During his 20 years service he rose from the rank of private to lieutenant colonel, retiring in that grade. A veteran of 18 months combat in Vietnam, his military awards and decorations include three Bronze Star Medals, the Combat Infantryman's Badge and the South Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry with Silver Star. As a resident of Leavenworth for more than 27 years, he has been active in civic affairs, serving as president of the local chapter Retired Officers' Association, a board member of the Alliance Against Family Violence, a member of the Leavenworth Community Development Advisory Board, a member of the Leavenworth County Veterans Day Parade Committee for more than 25 years, a life member of Post 56 Veterans of Foreign Wars, the Leavenworth Noon Lions Club, a member of the American Legion Post 23 and the Eagles Aerie 55. He attended the First Baptist Church, Leavenworth. He enjoyed woodworking and storytelling. He is survived by his wife, Betty J. Clay, Leavenworth; four daughters, Patricia DesLauriers, Upland California; Joan Holman, Topeka; Tamara Curtis, Sammamish, Washington; and Susan Barnhart, Denver; two sons, Charles D. Donavan, Belton, MO; and William G. "Gary" Donavan, Dover, AK; 15 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Roger W Clay Jr.; daughter, Joy LaMay; two sisters; and one brother. Visitation will be from 6-8pm Tuesday, September 28 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held at 11:30am Wednesday, September 29 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Dr. Randll A Terrill will officiate. Burial with military honors will be in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Alliance Against Family Violence in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048

Kenneth K. Tandy, 68, Wichita, KS died Wednesday, September 15, 2004 in Wichita, KS. He was born July 25, 1936 the son of Elbert B. and Mary E. Simpson Tandy. Kenneth is survived by his two sisters, Barbara McCoy and Sue Perry. No visitation is planned. Graveside service will be held 2:30 pm Friday, September 17, 2004 at the Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery, Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Memorial contributions may be given to the Tandy Family in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048

Kenneth Wayne Wiehe, Sr., 56, Leavenworth, died Monday, September 6, 2004 at Cushing Hospital. He was born February 12, 1948, in Leavenworth, the son of William Carl Wiehe and Lola E Sebre Wiehe. On December 26, 1966, in Pipestone, Minn., he married Ardell Wohlford. She survives him. Kenneth worked for L.C. Gatewood Co. as a truck driver, later for Schwerman Trucking Co.; Farmland Industries as a driver; and the C.H.S. Trucking Co. He later took care of hauling goods for the Leavenworth County Co-Op. He was a member of the Wallula Christian Church. He is survived by his wife, Ardell Wiehe of the home; one son, Kenneth Wayne Wiehe Jr and wife, Tracy of Leavenworth; grandchildren, Christopher Dropkin, Heather Wiehe and Tyler Wiehe; his brother, William Carl Wiehe, Leavenworth; and sisters-in-law, Paula Schlonga and Mary Wiehe. He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Keith Allen Wiehe; and two brothers, Bob Wiehe and Wilbur Wiehe. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, Friday, September 10, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel on 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral service will be held at 10am Saturday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. The Rev. Steve Slack will officiate. Burial will be in the Mount Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Cushing Hospital, 711 Marshall Street, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048. Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Robert (Bobby) E. Guenther, Jr, Leavenworth, passed away Tuesday, August 31, 2004 at his home. He was 49. Robert was born in Leavenworth October 7, 1954 the son of Robert E and Charlotte L Giese Guenther. On May 24, 1974 he married Luisa C. Pich. She survives at the home. Robert was a member of Missouri-Kansas Teamsters Union #541. He also worked for Beverly Lumber for 28 years. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church. Survivors include his wife Luisa, daughter Leanne Larimore, Lansing, 2 sons Shawn and Duane Guenther of the home, sister Linda Guenther, Leavenworth and 2 grandsons Brett and Ty Larimore, Lansing. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, September 3, 2004 at 10AM in the Immaculate Conception Church, Fr. David McEvoy will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5-8 pm Thursday, Sept 2 at the church, with a prayer service at 7pm. Burial will be held in Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be sent via our web site at www.davisfuneralchapelinc.com.

Charlie James Harper Jr., 55, Leavenworth, KS passed away August 26. Charlie was born on January 17, 1949, to Charlie and Helen Harper. He married Lettie McElwain on April 1, 1998. He was a highly decorated Vietnam Veteran. While serving his country he was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star (among others). He served his country with pride and honor. Charlie continued to serve his country when he returned to the area. He achieved his Masters Degree and used his training and experience to help other Veterans. He was a counselor in the Homeless Veterans Program, a Veteran's Representative for Leavenworth Workforce Development, Post Adjutant at VFW Post 56, member of DAV Post 7, and a member of Vietnam Veteran's of America Post 75. Charlie was preceded in death by his father, Charlie Harper; and brother, Gary Harper. He is survived by his mother Helen Harper of McPherson, KS; wife, Lettie J. Harper of the home; Daughters Nikole Mariscal of San Bernadino, CA and Morghyn Harper of Leavenworth; Step-son Anthony Hernandez of Leavenworth; Sisters Karla Harris of Kansas City, KS and Garnett Roberts of McPherson, KS; and granddaughter Isabella Mariscal. Visitation will be held Thursday, September 2 from 6-8 pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held Friday, Sept 3 at 9:30 am at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow the service at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Disabled American Veterans, Homeless Veterans of Leavenworth in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

We are celebrating the life and passing of Vera Urban who joined her Lord and savior on August 24, 2004. Vera chose to leave this world after enjoying a wonderful visit with her sons, daughter,daughter-in-law, granddaughter and great grandson, who all flew to Idaho to support her in her last struggle with a bout of pneumonia. Vera's condition improved dramatically when the family arrived and after three days with her family, she passed peacefully and quietly in the arms of the God whom she loved and worshipped throughout her life. Vera was born in Pattonsburg, MO on June 15, 1914, to Oliver and Laura Moore. She married Fred W. Urban and in 1947 they moved to Leavenworth, where they jointly owned and worked at Urban Music Store. They raised two sons, Chris and Phil, and a daughter, Jeanene. After Fred went home to be with Jesus, Vera remained with her family in Leavenworth. In later years, she was a member of the Senior Citizens Kitchen Band, playing the piano for the group as they entertained the elderly members of the community with song and music. As her physical capabilities began to diminish, she resided at Homestead Assisted Living in Leavenworth and thoroughly enjoyed interacting with the other residents and staff, as well as participating in all the activities provided. In 2002, Vera moved to Idaho to be cared for by her daughter, Jeanene, and Ellen Hampton, a wonderful caregiver whom the Lord made available just when Vera needed her. Vera's final two years were difficult as her physical body began to tire, but her spirit and positive attitude were a tremendous blessing to all those who were fortunate enough to know her. Her smile and twinkling blue eyes touched the hearts of every single person who saw, whether they knew her or not! She fulfilled God's work for her on this earth by being an inspiration throughout her physical struggles and by lifting the spirits of those around her each and every day in these final two years. Visitation will be from 4-6pm Sunday, August 29, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held for Vera at 1pm Monday, August 30 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Please join un in celebrating the 90 years that we were privileged to have Vera in our lives. Should you wish to make a donation in lieu of flowers, please contribute to The Christian Assembly Church in Weston, MO or the church of your choice. Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

David Carl Ross, 67, Leavenworth, Kansas died Friday, August 20, 2004 at the Veterans Administratin Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. David was born August 16, 1937 in Leavenworth the son of John Rheinhardt and Lydia Sophia Goehner Ross. David was the manager of collections and accounts for the Leavenworth Water Department. He served in the United States Army. David's life revolved around St. Paul Lutheran Church and School. He loved singing in the Celebration Singers Choir and the Grace Notes Lutheran Praise Team. He was a member of the Stewardship committee. He was a volunteer for the Leavenworth Assistance Center. Several Nieces and Nephews, Brother in law, Richard Cassella and Sister in law, Lois E (Jurgens) Ross survive him. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers, John Ross Jr., Eugene Ross, and Raymond Ross and 2 sisters, Esther Ann Ross and Ruth R. Cassella. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Tuesday, August 24 at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, 7th and Miami, Leavenworth Kansas. Funeral service will be held 1pm Wednesday at the St. Paul Lutheran Church. The Rev. Ed Mease will officiate. Interment will be in the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth Kansas. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School Music Ministry. The Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048 is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Kaitlin Breana Jarvis and Colin Patrick Jarvis, infant children of MAJ. Christopher G. Jarvis and Erica Christine Jarvis, passed away at Overland Park - Regional Medical Center, Overland Park, Kansas. Kaitlin passed away on June 19, 2004 and Colin passed away on June 25, 2004. Kaitlin and Colin are survived by their parents, MAJ Christopher G. and Erica C. Jarvis of Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. Their brother, Brenden C Jarvis of the home. Funeral service will be held 10:00 am, Monday August 23, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048. Private burial will be held at a later time in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to OPRMC NICU Memorial Fund "Giraffe Covers" in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Betty Sargent, 84, of Leavenworth, Kansas died Wednesday, August 11, 2004. Betty was born July 23, 1920 to Laura and William Backs in Cincinnati, Ohio. She married E.W. "Bill" Sargent on July 18, 1942. She was a retired employee of TWA. Betty was a member of the First United Methodist Church. She was also active in the Circle IV Outreachers Society, Martha Circle, Bell 4-H Club, and the American Cancer Society. Survivors include: Husband, Bill Sargent; Daughter, Kitty Sargent Fapp; Sons, Tom Sargent, Rick Sargent, Chris Sargent and Don Sargent; 9 Grandchildren and 5 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Laura Backs; Daughters, Wanda Marie Sargent and an infant girl who died at birth; Son, Robert Whitney; Brothers, Thomas Backs and Bill Backs. Visitiation will be held from 6-8pm Friday, August 13, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. The funeral will be held at 10 am Saturday, August 14, 2004 at the First United Methodist Church, 5th and chestnut. Burial will follow in Highland Park Cemetery, 38th and State, Kansas City, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Cushing Memorial Hospice, or the First United Methodist Church memorial committee of Leavenworth in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Ralph H. Smith, 66, of Lansing, Kansas passed away on August 9, 2004 after an extended illness. He was the son of Henry F. Smith and Mary Irene Smith of Leavenworth, Kansas. Ralph is survived by his wife Barbara A. Smith; sisters: Julianne Thomson and Betty Pearson; brothers: David Smith and Joseph Smith. He was preceded in death by his sisters: Lucille Patterson and Lucy Christ. A celebration of Ralph's life will be held at the Davis Funeral Chapel on Sunday, August 15, 2004 at 2:00 pm. The family suggests memorials to St. Jude Children Hospital or Shriner's Children Hospital in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Edward A. McClure (Bubba), 76, of Leavenworth passed away en route to the hospital on August 3, 2004. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He was a truck driver for 45 years for Gould Battery Factory, Inc. He retired in 1989. He was a member of the Teamster Local #41. He served in the United States Air Force. Edward was born on November 22, 1927, the son of Edward L. McClure and Barbara Griffith-McClure of Leavenworth, Kansas. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 57 years, Thelma McClure; four children that he loved dearly Teddy Shore and husband Jim Shore, Edward W. "Bo" McClure and his wife Elaine McClure, Stephanie Kreutzer and husband Keith Kreutzer, and Stephen McClure, seven grandchildren Mike Shore and wife Renee Shore, Jeff Shore, Mark Shore, Jennifer Cunning and husband Gordon Cunning, Kristin Dreutzer (Nic Nic), Kara Kreutzer and Kelsey Kreutzer, and two great-grandchildren Hailey Shore and Ethan Cunning all of Leavenworth. He is also survived by a sister Betty Kenny of Leavenworth, brother Donald Cannaday of Washington, several nieces and nephews, and his special life-long friends John and Yvonne Cahill of Phelan, California, Red Hastart of Leavenworth, Lawrence and Mary Lee Schlonga of Easton, Kansas, Richard and Mary Van Tuyl of Leavenworth, and many more. He is preceded in death by his parents, twin brothers Joseph McClure and Kenneth McClure and sister Virginia Brown. Friends may call after 12 PM Thursday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 6-8pm Thursday at the Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 am Friday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Heart Association. The American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.

Helena May Clift, 75, died recently in Orange, California. Helena was born March 17, 1929 to Ralph and Elizabeth Patterson Matthews. She graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1947 and worked for the Leavenworth School District until moving to California where she was a secretary for Social Services. Helena was a member of the City of Orange Senior Citizens Center and the Go Forth COmmunity Social Club. She was preceded in death by her parents Ralph and Elizabeth Matthews. Survivors include: 1 Daughter; Eva L. Voss of Leavenworth, 2 Sons; Charles W. Ala of Rociada, New Mexico and Wallace S. Ala of New Mexico, 2 Sisters; Eleanor Jean Sedlock and Janet Luise Fulk both of Leavenworth, 4 Grandchildren and 2 Great Grandchildren. Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 pm Wednesday, August 4, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Pastor Ed Mease will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to the family in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Arimeta Luellen Carpenter, 71, Lansing, Kansas died Wednesday, July 14, 2004 at Select Specialty in Overland Park, Kansas She was born October 11, 1932 in Oklahoma City, OK the daughter of Ernest and Aleta Kirkpatrick Gaines. On March 13, 1968 she married Larry Kenneth Carpenter. Arimeta was a food production manager and supervisor at both St. Mary College and David Brewer School in Leavenworth. She was a member of the All Nations Seventh Day Adventist Church. Arimeta is survived by her husband, Larry Kenneth Carpenter of the home; 1 Daughter, Karin Ramage, Sugar Creek, MO; 2 Sons; Gary Ray and Bobby Ray both of Oklahoma City, OK; 1 Sister, Sue Gaines; 11 Grandchildren and 13 Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 1 son, Billy Ray. Memorial Service will be held 2pm Saturday, July 17, 2004 at the All Nations Seventh Day Adventist Church, 528 Spruce Street, Leavenworth, KS. Pastor Creelman will officiate. Private inurnment will be held in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contributions be given to the American Lung Association, 4300 SW Drury Lane, Topeka, KS 66604-2419 The Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048 (682-5523) is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Leo V. Heintzelman, 83, died June 14, 2004 at the Medical Lodge in Leavenworth Kansas. He was born the son of Leo J. and Rose Heintzelman of Jarbalo, Kansas on January 9, 1921. He graduated from Jarbalo High School in 1939. Leo was a good husband and father. He had a busy life. After leaving the farm, he attended Chillicothe Business College before joining the Army. He was stationed at Fort Des Moines, Iowa, when he returned to a college homecoming where he met his bride-to-be, Betty. They married December 29 at St. Bonaventure Church, Marceline, Missouri. After WWII was declared, he was stationed in Iran. From there they sent him back to the states to attend Officers' Candidate School in Fort Riley, Kansas. Leo circled the globe at this time. He then fought with the 7th Armored in the Battle of the Bulge. He made 1st Lieutenant after his platoon captured a whole German platoon. After the war, he made his first home with Betty and his two boys at Fort Knox, Kentucky. After his discharge, they moved to Leavenworth in 1946. He reentered the service at Fort Leavenworth, working at the Guard Co. and recruiting. After the Korean War was declared he went to Quartermaster school in Fort Lee, VA. Before being sent to Korea he was Assistant Commissary Officer at Fort Leavenworth. Because Betty was in ill health with four children, he resigned after missing all three sons baby days. He worked at the Federal Prison and also at the Guard Co. on Fort Leavenworth. He was also a mailman, worked in the carpenter shop on Fort Leavenworth and was promoted to Maintenance Engineer of the carpenter shop. After retiring from there, he completed his 26 years of service in the Air Force Reserve at Richard Geaubar, MO. AFter retiring as a Captain in the Reserves, he had his own business (B&L Repairs). He built several houses and also remodeled Peddlers Corner and Ed Chapman's law building. He was Maintenance Chairman at Sacred Heart Church and was always available for anyone in need. Leo loved his church, family, and traveling. Betty and Leo made several trips abroad. They enjoyed their boat and taking the grandchildren on trips in their camper. He enjoyed a full life with a loving family. He is survived by his wife, Betty; sons, William J (Robinson, TX), Charles V (Newport, WA), Clinton L. (Shawnee, KS) and daughter, Sue Ann Heider (Bloomingdale, IL), and their mates 11 grandchildren: Charles, Mark, Jeff and Timothy Heintzelman, Christine Moss, Candace Patric, Cherie Scott, Troy and Todd Johnson, Andrew Heintzelman, and Heidi Grady and their mates and 3 step-grandchildren: John, Jake and Kayla Martin (Shawnee, KS). Also 22 great-grandchildren. He as preceded in death by his parents, one sister (Rose Marie McEvoy) and one brother (Charles Heintzelman). The family at Medical Lodge treated Leo with love and care and were special people in his life. He was a member of Retired Officers, Eagles, NARF, an Honorary Member of the Sacred Heart Finance Committee, Air Force Retirees, and the Knights of Columbus. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Thursday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS where the rosary will be recited at 7pm. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10 am Friday at the Sacred Heart Church. Fr. Phillip Winkelbauer will officiate. Burial with military honors will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer's Assoc., 3846 W 75th Street, Prairie Village, KS 66208-0076, Sacred Heart Church, 719 Pennsylvania, Leavenworth, KS 66048 or St. Vincent Clinic, 422 Walnut Street., Leavenworth, KS 66048 May God Bless and keep him forever!

Josephine Alene Keefer White, 78, Leavenworth, passed away Saturday, June 5, 2004 in Leavenworth. Josephine was born June 23, 1925, at Charleston, W. VA. Her parents were Joseph P and J Irene Keefer. She was married to Floyd A. White on July 5, 1941 at Gallipolis, Ohio. He preceded her in death in March 1989. Mrs. White was manager of the Post Exchange at Fort Leavenworth, executive director of the Leavenworth YMCA, a real estate agent with Kellner Realty, Larkin Realty and sales manager of Thorne-Larkin-Coldwell Banker until her retirement in 1991. She served on the board of directors of the Leavenworth/Lansing Area Chamber of Commerce, president of Leavenworth Board of Realtors and on the advisory committee of the Kansas Association of Realtors. She was a member a member of the First Baptist Church of Leavenworth. She is survived by three sons: Floyd A White Jr., and wife, Sherry, Kansas City, MO; John L White of Kansas City, KS; and Charles T White and wife, Karen, of Bozeman, MT; 8 Grandchildren, Thomas L White, Huntington Beach, CA; Sarah A White, Prairie Village; Adam K White, San Antonio; Brian C White, Fort Hood, TX; Erin V Messel and husband, Paul, Seattle, WA; Mark P, David C and Cameron White, all of Bozeman, MT; two brothers, Joseph E Keefer, Grove City, OH and Ralph Keefer and wife, Gwen of El Paso, TX; two sisters: Cretoria Robinson, Charleston, W. VA. and Patricia D Higdon and husband, Thomas, of Alexandria, VA; 6 nieces and 10 nephews. In addition to her husband, Mrs. White was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and one brother. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm, Monday, June 7, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS. Funeral services will be held at 10 am Tuesday, June 8, 2004 at the First Baptist Church, 18th and Osage Streets, Leavenworth, Kansas. Burial will be in the Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First Baptist Church, 13th and Osage Streets, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048, or Heartland Hospice, 4225 Baltimore Ave., Kansas City, MO 64111, or the organization of your choice.

Millie L Robinson, 78, Leavenworth, died Thursday, June 3, 2004 at Saint John Hospital. Millie was born November 29, 1925 in Dixon Mill, Alabama, the daughter of MB Lockett and Elma Lewis. She accepted Christ at an early age. She moved to Gary, Indiana in 1951 where she worked several years at the Methodist Hospital. Millie married Dave Robinson on June 6, 1968, In Gary, Indiana. She became very active in community service. The family moved to Leavenworth in 1984 where she joined the Sunflower Missionary Baptist Church. She was the chairman of the deaconess board until her health declined. She also worked as a missionary and on the church beautification club. During her time in Leavenworth, Millie provided child care services to many children in her home. Millie leaves to mourn her husband of 36 years, Dave Robinson; one daughter, Betty J Dillon (Samuel) of Kalamazoo, Michigan; two sons, Larry Robinson (Phila) of Wichita and Nathaniel Evans of California; two brothers, Willie J Lockett (Jane) of Gary, Indiana, and Rayfield Lockett (Mary) of Syracuse, NY; three sisters, Ella B Hayes (Edward) of Burrick, PA, Elma Holloway (Abram) of Gary, IN; and Lela Brigham (Ernest) of Atlanta; 11 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; a very dear friend, Sylvia Hunley; and a host of relatives and friends who loved her dearly. Visitation will be from 9-11 am, Wednesday, June 9, 2004 at the Sunflower Missionary Baptist Church, 1708 Fifth Ave., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will begin at 11 am, Wednesday June 9, 2004 at the Sunflower Missionary Baptist Church. The Rev. William F. Anderson will officiate. Burial will be in the Mount Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Robinson family in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048

Hazel Mae Meyer, a registered nurse, died Monday, May 31, 2004 at the White Oaks Manor in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born August 23, 1909, in Edwards, MO to Wade H Martin and Ida Belle Parker Martin. Mrs. Meyer attended South East Central High School and is a graduate of the class of 1929. She is also a graduate of the class of 1933 from the American Association of the American Hospital School of Nursing in Chicago. She was a member of the Alumnae Association of the American Hospital School of Nursing and a former member of the Rebekah Lodges. Mrs. Meyer worked in various hospitals in Chicago, Kansas City and Leavenworth, as well as private duty nursing. She was a member of the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Lansing. She joined Frederick A. Meyer in holy wedlock on September 21, 1935. He preceded her in death on September 16, 1993. Mrs. Meyer's hobbies were sewing, crocheting, art work, flower gardening, ceramics and reading. Survivors include: two sons, Frederick R "Bob" Meyer and wife, Margaret, Leavenworth and James A. Meyer, Leavenworth; three daughters, Marilyn D Riker and husband, William, Leavenworth, Janelle E Riker, Leavenworth, and Cheryl M Bogner and husband, Michael, Leavenworth; one brother, Lester W Martin, MD., of Cincinnati; 16 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; and eight great, great-grandchildren. Visitation will be from 6-8 pm June 2, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral service will be held at 2pm, Thursday, June 3, 2004 at the funeral chapel. Burial will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Heart Association.

Lester O. Collins, 82, Easton, died Sunday, May 30, 2004 at Saint John Hospital. He was born April 1, 1922, in Easton, the son of Leo and Stella Hasty Collins. On July 23, 1946, in Leavenworth, he married Dorothy M Blaser. She survives him at the home. Lester served in the US Army Air Corps during World War II, where he was a telegraph operator. He worked at Fort Leavenworth as a carpenter and retired after 33 years of service. He later went to work for USD 449 in Easton for four years as a painter. He was a lifelong member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, a member of the American Legion No 225 and the National Rifle Association. Lester enjoyed shooting blue rock and hunting. Lester leaves his wife of 58 years, Dorothy M Collins of the home; two daughters, Carol Cain, Topeka, and Lynette Day, Easton; one son, Gene L Collins, Easton; two brothers, Leo Collins Jr. and Francis Collins, both of Easton; none grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two brothers, James and William Collins; and a grandchild Elicia Jean Collins. Friends may cal after 2pm Wednesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee, Leavenworth, Kansas. The family will be present to receive friends from 6-9 pm Thursday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Easton Cemetery.

George L. Payne, 82, Lansing, died Friday, May 14, 2004 at his home. He was born April 18, 1922 at Marion, Ill and was the son of Benjamin and Elizabeth Payne. On October 16, 1969 he married Betty J. Hilding. She survives at the home. George was career military serving in the US Army overseas in Europe during World War II, occupational France and in Korea, retiring in June of 1965. Following his military career he worked for the Lansing Correctional Facility, retiring in June of 1984. He enjoyed his home and watching and feeding birds and squirrels. George was a Methodist. He was a life member of both the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion; past member of the 9 MIle Masonic Lodge No 49, Lansing; a member of the Order of the Eastern Star no 395, Lansing; and a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles No 55, Leavenworth. George leaves behind his wife, Betty J Payne, of the home; three sons, Robert B Payne, Ernest G Payne, and William G. Payne; two stepsons, Larry M Hilding and Gary L Hilding; one stepdaughter, Sharon M Drude; brother Robert L Payne, Stevensville Montana; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren; and nieces. Friends may call after 2 pm, Tuesday May 18th, 2004, with the family receiving friends from 6-7 pm Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth Kansas. There will be a Masonic service held at 7pm Tuesday at the funeral chapel. Funeral service will be held at 11:30 am, Wednesday May 19, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial with military honors will be in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the donor's choice. Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Fay E. Jansen, 84, Leavenworth, Kansas died Sunday, May 2, 2004 at her home. She was born August 5, 1919 in Leavenworth, Kansas. The daughter of Fred and Elizabeth Schwinn Theel. On August 14, 1969 she married Joseph H. Jansen, he survives at the home. Her parents preceded her in death as did her first husband Ed Ruga and their daughter Diane Tomlin. Fay is survived by her husband Joseph H. Jansen of the home; Step son, Michael Jansen of St. Petersburg, FL; Step daughter, Patricia Jansen of St. Petersburg, FL; Granddaughters, Tiffani Tomlin, Kansas City, MO; Andrea Blomquist, Chicago, IL; Elizabeth Tomlin, Lawrence, KS; Sister, Barbara Bradley, Leavenworth, KS. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 pm Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held 9 am Wednesday, May 5, 2004, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Interment will be in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Leavenworth Hospice, 920 6th Avenue, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Alberta Elaine Balz passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2004 in Leavenworth. She was born August 1, 1888 in Leavenworth, the only child of Albert and Florence Balz. After she graduated from St. Mary College with a degree in music, she went to New York City and participated in a contest to become a concert pianist. She was accepted but instead decided on a teaching career in Leavenworth. She married Juan Santiago, they later divorced. Alberta taught music for 37 years and retired from MacArthur School at Fort Leavenworth. She loved music, nature and animals. She leaves behind her friends, Eva Palmer, Becky Price, Becky Smioly, Kerry and Michael Black, Cousins, Pat, Eddy, Dan Ettinger, Meredith Klasinski and Cheryl Riley, numberous friends and cousins. Her three beloved dogs, Mary January, Betsy Babette and Chelsea Simone. Memorial Service will be held 6pm, Tuesday, April 27, 2004 at the First Christian Church, 6th and Seneca, Leavenworth, Kansas. Inurnment will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. The Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth Animal Welfare Society in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048

Miroslaw Michael Brigg, MD, died on April 5, 2004 in Leavenworth Kansas. Dr. Brigg was born May 15, 1923 in Boryslaw, Ukraine to Jaroslaw and Francesca Brigg. He spent his youth in Ukraine, Poland, Germany and Belgium. Following World War II he studied at the University of Louvain in Belgium prior to graduating from the University of Liege, Belgium, with a degree in medicine in 1955. Soon after, he immigrated to the United States to serve as internship at Sioux Valley Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD. Following a residency in anesthesia at the University of Minnesota, he moved to Leavenworth to begin practicing at the Leavenworth VA Hospital. He married Mary Pl McAnaw, MD in 1967. He retired in 1987 as Chief of Anesthesiology and spent his retirement in Leavenworth. Dr. Brigg was preceded in death by his parents and by an infant brother, Bohdan. He is survived by his wife, Mary; his two daughters, Margaret and Kathleen; his four sons, John, Daniel, Michael, and Andrew and his eight grandchildren. Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, April 7, 2004 from 6-8 pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral services will be held at 9 am Thursday in the St. Luke's Byzantine Catholic Church, Sugar Creek, MO followed by graveside service at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Joseph's Indian School Chamberlain, SD 57326 For further information you may contact Davis Funeral Chapel at 913-682-5523

James R. "Buddy" Scott, 49, Leavenworth Kansas died Friday, April 2, 2004 at St. John Hospital, Leavenworth, Kansas. He was born March 15, 1955 in Leavenworth Kansas, the son of Russell and Velma Harris Scott. On December 6, 1986 he married Joan Bacon. Buddy worked for the City of Leavenworth at the Waste-Water Treatment Plant. He is survived by his wife, Joan Scott, of the home. 2 daughters, Melissa Scott and Jaime Scott both of Leavenworth 1 son, Anthony Reuplinger, Leavenworth 2 brothers, Russell Scott, Jr and Orven Scott both of Leavenworth 1 sister, Myrtle Lawrence, GArden Grove, CA He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother, Randy Scott and 1 sister, Mary C Deck. Visitation will be held from 6-8 pm Monday, April 5, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral service will be held 10 am Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Dr. William T. Nowlan will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Leavenworth Hospice, 920 6th Avenue, Leavenworth Kansas 66048.

Harry R "Dick" Bowman, 81, Winchester, Kansas died Tuesday, March 30, 2004 at the Jefferson County Memorial Geriatric Center, Winchester, Kansas. He was born July 9, 1922 in Leavenworth, Kansas the son of Harry Daniel and Ruth Naoma Corlett Bowman. Harry worked as a patrolman at Leavenworth and also served as a deputy on the Sheriff Department. He worked under Chief Bill Lee, Chief Alois Mistler, and Chief Glen Graver. At the Sheriff Department he worked Sheriff Arden Rhayne, Sheriff Bob Woodson and Sheriff Henry Campbell. He worked as a M.P. and C.I.D. agent at Fort Leavenworth for 15 months in 1949 and 1950. He also worked for Braniff Airlines on gate security at KCI as an unarmed security checker in charge of the gate where he was there with two screeners working under him. He worked at Saint Mary's College for about 7 years at the power plant running it by himself from 11 pm to 7 am. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Serving in the XX Corps under Maj. General Walton H. Walker. He was awarded the Bronze Star. Harry is survived by his sister, Alice Pauline Bollin and husband George Bollin of Leavenworth, KS; Nieces and Nephews. He was preceded in death by his brother, John Edwards "Jack" Bowman. Graveside service will be held 10 am Monday, April 5, 2004 at the Kickapoo Cemetery in Leavenworth County Kansas. Chaplain Jack Divine will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to the Kickapoo Cemetery. Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Jesse E. Driscoll, 17, Leavenworth, Kansas died Saturday, March 20, 2004 in Atchison, Kansas. He was born August 8, 1986 in Leavenworth, Kansas. He was the son of Jesse M. Driscoll. Jesse was a free spirit and was currently working for Burger King as a cook. He enjoyed 4 wheeling, Dirk Biking, Mud Runs at the Fair and Country & Rock music. Jesse is survived by his father, Jesse M. Driscoll; his aunt, Jerry L. Martell; Step sister, Skylar Witney Martell; step brother, Chance Steven Martell; Grandparents, Sam Driscoll and Margaret Driscoll; and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Visitation will be held from 6-9 pm Tuesday, March 23, 2004 at the Easton Unified Methodists Church, Easton, Kansas. Funeral service will be held at 10 am Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at the Easton United Methodists Church. Pastor Larry Bowyer will officiate. Burial will be in the Easton Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Knights of Columbus Handicapped Children. The Davis Funeral Chapel, 513 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas (913-682-5523) is in charge of the funeral arrangements.

Barbara P. Wagner, 57, Leavenworth Kansas died Saturday, March 13, 2004 at St. Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri. She was born February 10, 1947 in Sullivan, Missouri the daughter of Ellis and Leah Thomas Evans. Barbara was retired from the Dwight D. Eisenhower Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Leavenworth. She was currently working for the Durham Bus Service where she was a Bus Monitor. Barbara is survived by Larry V. Fevurly of the home. Three sons, Jeff Wagner and wife Tracey, Leavenworth, KS; Steve Fevurly and wife Tracey, Leavenworth, KS; Gary Fevurly and wife Wendy, Lenexa, KS; her mother, Leah Land of Witchita, KS; father, Ellis Evans and step mother, Ardell Evans, Stillville, MO; Sister, Sonja Land; five brothers, Paul Fuller, Gary Evans, Frank Evans, Steve Evans and Murlyn Land; 3 grandchildren, Maggie Wagner, Nicolas Wagner and Derek Fevurly. Friends may call after 2 pm Tuesday, March 16, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St. Leavenworth, KS with the family receiving friends from 6-8 pm Tuesday at the funeral chapel. Funeral service will be held 9:30 am Wednesday, March 17, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Chaplain Jack Divine and Steve Evans will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to Alliance Against Family Violence or St. Vincent's Clinic.

Mary L. Alexander, 90, Leavenworth, Kansas died Saturday, March 13, 2004 at Colonial Manor in Lansing, Kansas. She was born September 18, 1913 in East Leavenworth, Missouri the daughter of Henry and Daily E. Lindemeyer Cannon. On September 4, 1937 at Platte City, MO she married Francis H. Alexander, Sr. She was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church. Mary is survived by her husband Francis H. Alexander, Sr. of the home; daughter, Mary Lee Flanagan, Oklahoma City, OK; 2 sons, Frank H. Alexander, Jr., Leavenworth, KS and James E. Alexander, Leavenworth, KS; 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6-8 pm Monday, March 15, 2004 at the David Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will be held 10 am Tuesday, at the funeral chapel. Dr. William T. Nowlan and The Rev. Jerry Muncy will officiate. Burial will be in the Platte City Cemetery, Platte City, MO. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church, 130 North 6th Street, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048.

Olive K. "Ollek" Kenton, 79, Leavenworth Kansas died Tuesday, March 9, 2004 at her home. She was born March 28, 1924 in Centerview, MO the daughter of Oscar Curtis and Hatite Alma Jennings Kohler. She was a beautidian and a Methodist. She loved to quilt and garden. Olive is survived by her daughter, Carol D. Kenton, Lansing Kansas; son, A. Robert Kenton, Jr. Colorado; brother, Hercel Kohler, Warrensburg, MO; 4 grandchildren, Robert Cade Kenton, Clayton Travis Kenton, Jacob Ryan Kenton, and Darlene Cambra Kenton. She was preceded in death by her parents, 1 sister, Ruby Hillsman and her brother, Curtis Kohler. Visitation will be held from 9-11 am Friday, March 12, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral service will be held 11 am Friday at the funeral chapel. The Rev. Jerry Muncy will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Tabor Cemetery, Odessa, MO. Memorial contributions may be given to Kansas City Hospice, 12006 West 87th Street Parkway, Lenexa, Kansas 66215

John Biringer Miller, Jr., died Friday, March 5, 2004 at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, MO. Biringer was born Friday, June 3, 1932 the son of J. Biringer and Jane (Johnstone) Miller of Leavenworth, KS who preceded him in death. He attended the Old Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception School and graduated from Immaculate High School in 1951. After serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict, Biringer graduated in 1957 from the School of Business of St. Louise University. He retired in 1992 from the Federal Civil Service System with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church. He was a Sponsor of Ducks Unlimited and a member of the following Associations: Kansas for Life - Leavenworth Chapter Kansas State Historical Society, Inc. #425 Charter Member of the Leavenworth Historical Museum Assn. Leavenworth County Historical Society Carnegie Arts Center American Guild of Organists, KC Chapter Knights of Columbus, Council 900 Fraternal Order of Eagles Leavenworth Main Street Program Biringer is survived by two sisters, Meredith Collins or Overland Park, Kansas and Eleanore Jane Miller of Lenexa, Kansas. Wednesday, March 10, 2004, visitation will be from 10 - 11 am at Immaculate Conception Church, 5th and Kiowa Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. There will be a pipe organ prelude concert for half an hour. Wednesday, March 10, 2004 at 11 am mass of Christian burial will follow. Burial will be in the Mount Calvary Cemetery, Lansing, Kansas. Following burial there will be a post funeral reception at the Eagles, 300 S 20th Street, Leavenworth, Kansas. Memorials in lieu of flowers may be made to the Immaculate Conception Church or the Leavenworth Catholic School System. The Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, Kansas is in charge of the funeral service.

Erma Jean Johnson, formerly of Jarbalo, died Sunday, February 29,2004 at Providence St. Margaret Hospital. She was 78. Mrs. Johnson was born November 25, 1925 at Cushing Hospital in Leavenworth, Kansas, the daughter of Edward David and Edythe Mae Smith. On January 1, 1943 she married Henry J. Johnson. Mrs. Johnson was a homemaker, dedicated wife to Henry and wonderful mother to six children. For a brief time she worked at Tonganoxie Grade School as a cook. She and Henry were members of the United Methodist Church of Jarbalo, 30 year members of the Stranger Valley Grange No. 11 and the American Legion Women's Auxillary Post No. 23. Her husband Henry and her sister Edra Emma Price preceded her in death. She is survived by four sons, James Henry Johnson of Honolulu, Hawaii; Eugene "Gene" Edward Johnson or Port Orchard, Washington; Gary Dean Johnson and Dale Lynn Johnson of Leavenworth; 2 daughters, Dolores Jean "DJ" Burns of Tonganoxie, Kansas and Wanda Lorraine Johnson of Fort Collins, Colorado; a sister, Cleo Mae Infernos of Leavenworth; five grandchildren; three step-grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6pm - 8pm on Wednesday, March 3 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Services will begin at 11 am on Thursday, March 4, 2004 at the funeral chapel. The Rev. Bud Jones will officiate. Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Kidney Foundation.

Gary Gene Messenger, 54, Kansas City, KS Formerly of Lansing, KS died Thursday, February 26,2004 at Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. He was born August 31, 1949 in Enid, Oklahoma, the son of Alfred Irving and Nina Caroline Cutter Messenger. On October 13, 2001 in Alley Springs, MO he married Claudette Newell. He was a Maintenance Supervisor for the United States Federal Penitentiary. He retired after 30 years of service. He was a member of the High Prairie Gospel Tabernacle Church. He is survived by his wife, Claudette Messenger, of the home. 2 daughters, Julie Kay Messenger and CArolyn Beth Lockett. 2 sons, Jeremy Todd Messenger and Erich Bret Messenger. His parents, Alfred and Nina Messenger of Hillsdale, Oklahoma. 2 brothers, Roy Kenneth Messenger and Gale Bruce Messenger. 3 grandchildren, Elijah Christian Messenger, Josiah Vidal Alexander and Courtney Grace Lockett. He is preceded in death by one brother, Irving Dean Messenger. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 pm MOnday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will be held 10 am Tuesday at the High Prairie Gospel Tabernacle Church, 26 187th Street, Leavenworth, KS. The Rev. Bud JOnes will officiate. Following the funeral service, Cremation.

John H. Ogletree, 72, Leavenworth, KS died Saturday, February 14, 2004 at Cushing Memorial Hospital, Leavenworth, KS. He was born April 15, 1931 in Pike County, GA. On October 2, 1961 he married Mamie Sue Stroud, she preceded him in death on November 14, 1991. He was a Housekeeping Supervisor in Griffin, GA. He was retired. He served in the United States Air Force. John is survived by his daughter, Jeanette Bush of Leavenworth, KS; 3 sons-Jonathan Ogletree, Leavenworth, KS, Timothy Ogletree and John H. Ogletree both of Griffin, GA; 1 sister-Bessie Berry, Griffin, GA; numerous grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth, KS. Graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. The Rev. Smith of the Bethel A.M.E. Church will officiate.

Florence Ephlin, 86, Leavenworth, KS died Sunday, February 15, 2004 at Country Care in Easton, KS. She was born November 9, 1917 in Leavenworth, KS the daughter of John J. and Anna Schlonga Latecki. On September 19, 1937 in St. Joseph, MO she married Fred Ephlin. He preceded her in death on November 6, 1987. Florence worked for the Boss Glove Factory in Leavenworth. Bakers Department Store, Leavenworth, and then for St. Mary College at the Book Store. She was a member of the St. Casimir Church and a member of the Altar Society of the Church. She is survived by her daughter, Barbara Brunk of Bolivar, Missouri; 2 sisters, Gertie Slack and Rose Michael; 6 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. She was also preceded in death by 1 brother and 3 sisters. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday and the family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10 a.m. Thursday at the St. Casimir Church. The Rev. Phillip Winkelbauer will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. The family suggest memorial contributions be given to Leavenworth Hospice, 920 6th Ave., Leavenworth, KS 66048 or Country Care, 515 Dawson, Easton, KS 66020.

Leonard Edward Meinert, 83, Leavenworth, KS died Thursday, February 12, 2004 at Providence Medical Center, Kansas City, KS. He was born December 31, 1920 in Leavenworth Co., KS the son of Edward John and Katherine Louise Wahaus Meinert. On November 10, 1945 he married Lois E. Emons at Easton, KS. She preceded him in death on November 6, 2000. Leonard worked for the Boss Glove Factory in Leavenworth for 14 years until it closed. He then worked for the McArthur School at Ft. Leavenworth, KS from 1965 to 1986 until he retired. He was a member of the St. Paul Lutheran Church, Leavenworth, KS. He served 30 years on the St. Paul Lutheran Church finance committee. He is survived by his sister, Edna Starbuck, of Pasadena, TX. He was also preceded in death by his sister Frances Bottorff. Visitation will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Monday at the St. Paul Lutheran Church, the Rev. Ed Mease will officiate. Burial will be in the sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 7th and Miami Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048.

Suzane L. Ingalls, 86, Lawrence, KS died Tuesday, February 10, 2004 at Brandon Woods Retirement Community in Lawrence, KS. She was born May 13, 1917 in Urbana, IL the daughter of Harry and Ada Maxwell Little. On December 27, 1941 she married Robert C. Ingalls, Sr. in Champaign, IL. He preceded her in death on November 28, 2000. She was a Homemaker, and a member of the Episcopal Church at Ft. Leavenworth, KS. Suzanne is survived by her son, Robert C. Ingalls, Jr. and wife Kathy of Wellsville, KS; Daughter, Suzanne Little Ingalls of Vancouver, WA; 9 Grandchildren; 2 Foster Grandchildren, LTC Ron Wiegand and Sharon Mercer. Memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, 2/14/04 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS 66048. Fr. David Kent will officiate. Inurnment will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, 2/17/04 at the Ft. Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Abdallah Shrine Children's Committee, 5300 Metcalf, Overland Park, Kansas 66202.

Sue A. Ogan, 48, Leavenworth, died Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2004, at Saint John Hospital. She was born Oct. 2, 1955, in Albuquerque, N.M., the daughter of Damen and Anna Culver McKinney. On March 18, 1972, she married Jerry L. Ogan. She worked for civil service in the clerical department. Sue is survived by her husband, Jerry L. Ogan, of the home; one daughter, Stephanie Drake and husband, John; one son, Sean Ogan; two brothers, Roy McKinney and wife, Melody, and Ray McKinney and wife, Cheryl; one sister, Janice Jones and husband, Randy; and five grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; and two sisters, Barbara and Sharon. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, 2004, at the funeral chapel. Inurnment will be at a later date in the Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

C. Genevieve Powers, 86, Leavenworth, KS. died Friday, Jan. 30, 2004 at Medicalodge of Leavenworth, KS. Shw was born August 2, 1917 at Leavenworth, KS the daughter of George W. and Emma M. Hoins. On July 18, 1941 she married Edward Earl Powers at Leavenworth, KS. He preceded her in death on December 7, 2000. She was a Homemaker, and a member and Past President of the Y.W.C.A., the Friendship Club, member and Past President of the Lady Lions, the Leavenworth Historical Society, Past P.T.A. President of the Third Avenue School for two years, was a Cub Scout and Brownie Leader, member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Past Girls State Chairman for fifteen years, member of 8 & 40 #1163, member of the First United Methodist Church, Past Sunday School Teacher for many years, member of the Martha Circle of the Church, Past Bethel Guardian #28, International Order of Jobs Daughters, Past Grand Guaridian, State of Kansas I.O.J.D. (1976-1977), Past 1st Messenger, I.O.J.D. (International Order of Jobs Daughters), Past International Pageant Chairman I.O.J.D., Member of Byington Chapter Order of Eastern Star, member of Cushing Memorial Hospital Auxiliary where she had been Past President, Secretary, Treasurer and Candy Striper Chairman. Past Volunteer of the year of Cushing Memorial Hospital Auxiliary, Memorial Chairman for the Hospital and Treasurer of the Hospital Gift Shoppe. Survivors include: 1 daughter- Sarah J. Baldwin, Boytown, TX. 2 sons- Eddie J. Powers, Leavenworth; David H. Powers, Midland, TX. 2 sisters- Margaret Lattin, Lawrence, KS; Shirley M. Tate, Leavenworth. 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Dr. Tim Hutabarat will officiate. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Monday and the family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Cushing Hospital at 711 Marshall St., Leavenworth, KS 66048 or First Methodist Church, 5th and Chestnut, Leavenworth, KS 66048.

Angela M. Patton Duncan, 49, passed away unexpectingly on Tuesday, January 27, 2004 at her home in Kansas City, KS. She was born October 15, 1954 to Hortense Harvey Patton and Carl Patton, Sr. in Leavenworth, KS. Both parents preceded her in death. She attended schools in Leavenworth, a graduate of Leavenworth High School. She was a licensed beautician and a correctional office at Lansing, KS for 20 years until she retired. She was married to Reginald Duncan. To their union, 1 daughter, Sherry Duncan was born. Other survivors include: Sisters, Linda Patton, Shirley Stillman, Charlotte Berry. Brothers, Carl Patton Jr. and Sherman Harvey and aunts, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, January 30, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral chapel. Elder Leland Thomas will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery.

Anton J. Price, Sr., 82, St. Joseph, MO died Sunday, January 25, 2004 at Heartland Medical Center, in St. Joseph, MO. He was born July 4, 1921 in Leavenworth, KS the son of Frank Lee and Susan Shepard Price. On July 6, 1939 in Platte City, MO he married Ruby E. Burns. Anton served in the United States Army for 20 years, retiring in 1965. Following his military career he went to work at Ft. Leavenworth, KS where he worked as a Stone Mason. He was a member of the Easton United Methodist Church, Golden Wheels, National Campers and Hikers, A.A.R.P., Leavenworth Pioneers. Survivors include: Wife, Ruby E. Price of the home. Daughter, Gloria J. Stafford and husband, Gary of Easton, KS. Sons, Anton J. "Tony" Price and wife Verlene of Williamsburg, VA and Gary S. Price and wife Brenda of Rapid City, SD. 9 Grandchildren, 11 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers: John, Frank, Michael and Kenneth Price and 4 sisters: Kathleen Boyer, Flora Kubicki, Agnes Fitzgerald and Susan Greer. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, January 30, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at the Easton United Methodist Church, Easton, KS. Rev. Larry Bowyer will officiate. Burial with military honors will be in the Easton Cemetery, Easton, KS. Memorial contributions may be given to the Easton United Methodist Church, Easton, KS 66020

Kathleen Lucille Sack, 86, Mt. Hope, KS, formerly of Leavenworth, KS died Tuesday, January 20, 2004 in Mt. Hope, KS. She had been in failing health for several years. She was born December 14, 1917 in Oklahoma the daughter of Roy and Verdilla Fay Blevins Matlock. On December 19, 1935 she married Melvin A. Sack, he preceded her in death. Kathleen was a homemaker and a member of the First Christian Church in Leavenworth, KS. Kathleen and her husband Melvin fostered teen-age boys for a number of years during the time they lived in Emporia, KS. They took in boys who were troubled or whose families were in chaos and gave those boys stability and love. Many lives were touched by their ministry. She is survivd by 2 sons, Richard Sack and Thomas Sack, both of Leavenworth, KS. Daughter, Charlotte Gleason, Wichita, KS. 4 Brothers, Raymond Matlock, Hunter, OK. Floyd Matlock and Donald Matlock, both of Independence, KS and Archie Matlock, Ottawa, KS. 9 Grandchildren, 14 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Melvin A. Sack, and daughter, Opal Flick. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2004 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Burial will be in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church or Alzheimers Association.

Mary Margaret Baskas, 79, Leavenworth, KS died Tuesday, January 13, 2004 at the Colonial Manor in Lansing, KS. She was born March 25, 1924 in Leavenworth, KS the daughter of Perry Raymond and Christina Parr Crook. On March 23, 1942 she married John J. Baskas. She was a homemaker and a member of the Immaculate Conception Church. Survivors include her husband John J. Baskas of the home. Daughters, Angela Marie Baskas-Hacker, Leavenworth, KS, and Kathy L. Baskas-Goldak, Leavenworth, KS. Son, John J. "Skip" Baskas, Jr., Leavenworth, KS. Eight Grandchildren and ten Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, daughter, Pamela Ann Baskas-Jones, brother, Raymond R. Crook, and sister, Edna Mead. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, January 16, 2004 at the funeral chapel. The Reverend David Fontaine of the St. Joseph Catholic Church will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth Regional Catholic School System or Alzheimers.

Roberta Angie Glenn, 93, died Friday, Jan. 9, 2004, at Colonial Manor in Lansing. She was born Sept. 19, 1910 in Cameron, MO., the daughter of Harry J. and Maude Bower Misenhelter. Roberta resided in Leavenworth until 1941 upon moving to Van Nuys, CA., and for the last four years she resided in McLouth. Roberta is survived by her daughter, Bonnie (Jones) Simpson and her husband, Billy J., of McLouth; five grandchildren, Tony Simpson of Nixa, MO., Marty (Mary) Simpson, Judy (John) Elliott, Dianna (George) Simanowitz, all of Leavenworth, and Larry (Catherine) Simpson of McLouth; nine great-grandchildren, Kerri Schroyer, Michelle Heintzelman, Jeffrey and Justin Simpson, Angela Simanowitz, Melissa Bond and Cathy Dowdle, all of Leavenworth, Larry Jr. and Lori Simpson of Florida; two great-great-grandsons, Brandon Schroyer and Gage Bond of Leavenworth; one great-great-granddaughter, Kirya Simpson of Florida; one sister, Charlotte Orr of Sylmar, CA.; nephew, David (Sherry) Orr and their two sons of Northridge, CA.; and numerous nieces and nephews of Missouri. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Maude (Bower) Misenhelter; husband, Malcolm Glenn; one brother; four sisters; and one infant daughter, Marilyn Jones. Visitation will be from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral chapel. Chaplain Jack Divine will officiate. Graveside service will be held at the Oakwood Memorial Park Cemetery in Chatsworth, CA. The family requests no flowers. Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer's. Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

Darlene (Polly) Ready, died Friday, January 9, 2004 in Topeka, KS. She was born March 3, 1931 in Jefferson County, Kansas to Clarency Ready and Laverne Martin Ready of Easton, KS. She moved to Topeka in 1946 and graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 1948 and attended Clarks Business School. In 1949 she married Duane Bergren and two sons were born to this union; they were later divorced. After leaving Topeka in 1965 to reside in Omaha, NE she was employed at U.N.M.C. and retired in 1984. She is preceded in death by parents Clarence and Laverne. She is survived by companion, Dr. Donald E. Clark, Topeka, KS, sons Randy and Colleen Bergren of Gretna, NE, Dennis Bergren and Jan of Omaha, NE and three grandchildren, Christine, Jake and Katie Bergren all of Gretna. Memorials to Easton Cemetery, Easton, Kansas, care of the Easton Bank. Funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will be in the Easton Cemetery, Easton, KS. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS 66048. Memorial contributions can be made to Easton Cemetery, Easton, KS in care of the Easton Bank.

Lucille F. Jahn, 86, Leavenworth, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, at her home. She was born October 24, 1917 in Armourdale, Kansas and moved to Leavenworth in the early 1930s. On april 12, 1936, she married Arthur Jahn. A loving mother and devoted wife, she was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church, St. Paul Ladies Aid, University of Kansas Alumni Association, the Women's Community Y, Friends of the Leavenworth Library and the Leavenworth Country Club. She was a former member of the Philomathean Club. From 1971 through 1981, she owned and operated The Yarn Shoppe in Leavenworth. She also was an avid bridge player and quilter. She leaves her husband Arthur, of the home, and four daughters, Sandra L. Harrison, Leavenworth; Donna L. DeMet, Harshaw, Wisconsin; Gloria J. Mercer, Tustin Ranch, California; and Darlene A. Lynch, St. Johnsbury, Vermont. She also leaves seven grandchildren, one great grandchild and one sister, Ruth Snapp, of Liberty, Missouri. One infant daughter and a grandson preceded her in death. Visitation will be from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, January 9, at Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee Street, Leavenworth. Funeral Services will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 311 North 7th Street, Leavenworth. Burial will be at Mount Muncie Cemetery. The Rev. Ed Mease will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's Lutheran Church or the American Heart Association.

Florence Louise Harrington, 79, Kansas City, KS, formerly of Leavenworth, KS died Monday, January 5, 2004 at the University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, KS. She was born September 2, 1924 in Leavenworth, KS the daughter of John Francis and Mary Catherine Schlonga Harrington. Florence worked for the Command and General Staff College at Fort Leavenworth, KS for 27 years. She retired in 1993. She was a member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church, Leavenworth, KS. Florence is survived by her sister, Mrs. Frances Leach, Ionia, Michigan and Sister Lucille Harrington, Kansas City, KS. Nieces, Mary Ann Wilk, McLouth, KS and Gloria Milbourn, Leavenworth, KS also other numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, and 3 sisters, Rosemary Givens, Helen Marks and Margaret Sickman. Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. A Rosary will be said at 7 p.m. Friday at the chapel. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church. The Rev. David McEvoy will officiate. Burial will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Marian Hall Retirement Residence, 1920 Tauromee Kansas City, Kansas 66102.