The Rev. Luther H. McInnis, 88, of Lansing, passed away Monday, March 8, 2010 at Golden Living Center.

Luther was born January 4, 1922 in Ringold, LA the son of Luther and Sally McInnis.

Luther is survived by his children John McInnis, Eleanor Wiley, Anita Moore, Lorraine McInnis, Luther McInnis, III, Ella Yarber, Harriet McInnis, Dwyane McInnis, Dwight McInnis and Camealia Murray.

Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Friday, March 19, 2010 at Davis Funeral Chapel.

Homegoing service will begin at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral chapel.

Burial with military honors will follow at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Dennis L. Hoggatt, Sr., 73, Leavenworth, KS passed away Sunday, March 7, 2010 at his home. Dennis was born June 27, 1937 in Elwood, KS the son of Alvin Jack and Hester (Chambers) Hoggatt.

Dennis is survived by his son, Dennis L. Hoggatt, Jr, three daughters, Katherine Hoggatt, Benita Stokes and Cynthia Stokes, twelve grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, many friends, and one very special , Corine Thomas.

He was preceded in death by his parents and three brothers, Alvin, Wayne, and Marvin Hoggatt.

He was a member of the Independent Missionary Baptist Church, Leavenworth.

Dennis was a Chef for many years and also a limousine driver for Liberace in Los Angeles, CA.

Visitation will be held from 11 to 1 P.M Friday, March 12, 2010 at the Independent Missionary Baptist Church at 6th and Pottawatomie St., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will follow the visitation at 1 P.M. Friday at the church. Burial will follow in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery.

Arrangements conducted by the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Dennis C. Ruebhausen, 55, Bonner Springs, KS, passed away Saturday, March 6, 2010 at Providence Medical Center. Services will include a visitation from 5-8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 9, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel and a memorial service on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM at the Davis Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the non-profit organization Called to Greatness.

Dennis was born March 24, 1954 in Killeen, TX, to Otto and Bonnie Ruebhausen. In 1974 Dennis married Joyce Schreck in Dedham, Iowa.

Dennis was an active outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, building quality homes in the Leavenworth area and coaching his daughters¿ basketball and softball teams.

He will be dearly missed by his wife Joyce, and their daughters with their husbands, Gwen and Raymond Jowers, Karen and Brian Burns, and Laura and Joshua Peery; his grandchildren Emily, Nathan, Zachary and Grace Jowers, Kyra, Olivia, and Mia Burns, and Lucas Peery.

He is also survived by his parents, Otto and Bonnie Ruebhausen, his sisters, Debbie and her husband David Redford, Denise Hill, and his brother, David Ruebhausen. He is also survived by his mother in law, Ruth Schreck, many brothers and sisters in law and many nieces and nephews.

It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my husband, Walter Orlowski, due to complications from pneumonia.

Walt was born on February 21, 1928 to Walter and Margaret Orlowski in Leavenworth, KS. He graduated from St. Paul¿s Lutheran school and Leavenworth Senior High School. Shortly after graduating from high school in 1946 he joined the U.S. Army with duty in Italy. He returned to the U.S. as a patient aboard a hospital ship.

On July 30, 1950 Walt married his high school sweetheart, Carol Lee Burre. While on their honeymoon Walt received orders re-calling him to the Army - this time serving on Okinawa.

After discharge, he returned to Leavenworth to work at his dad¿s shoe repair business. He later studied banking in Wisconsin after which he worked as a loan officer at Leavenworth National Bank. He retired when his vision began failing.

Favorite hobbies included travel, fishing and music. Walt and Carol moved to San Angelo in 1997 to take advantage of a warmer, drier climate. He enjoyed activities at Trinity Lutheran church and Rio Concho West.

He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister and one nephew. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, one sister, Charlotte Goff and husband Robert of Leavenworth, KS; brother-in-law Harold Burre of San Angelo and his wife, Lila; four nieces and two nephews. Walt is also survived by his four legged friend ¿ a Bichon named Bejou.

Visitation will be held at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, March 11, 2010 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Rev. Ed Mease will officiate.

Private burial will be held in the Leavenworth National Cemetery. We would like to thank all the personnel at Community who cared for Walt ¿ especially Dr. Ray Untalan.

In lieu of flowers, we suggest a donation to Trinity Lutheran church in San Angelo, St. Paul¿s Lutheran church in Leavenworth or to your favorite charity.

Lillian K. Bromley, Atchison, formerly of Leavenworth, 91, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2010 at Atchison Hospital.

Lillian was born August 15, 1919 in Oak Mills, Kansas the daughter of Elmer and Theresa (Haas) Rhodes.

In 1938 she married Orlando ¿Ray¿ Raymond Bromley. He preceded her in death.

She was also preceded in death by her parents and two sisters Ann Martin and Nora Hundley.

Lillian is survived by two sons Raymond E. Bromley, Sr. (Carol) of Eagle River, Alaska and William ¿Bill¿ T. Bromley of Lansing, four grandsons Raymond E. Bromley, Jr., Keith W. Bromley, Robert L. Bromley, James Bromley, six great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and one sister Mary Lassen of Atchison.

Lillian volunteered at the Leavenworth Assistance Center for 20 plus years. She was a lifetime member of the Ladies Auxiliary for the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States and a life member of the Eastern Star.

She lived in Leavenworth for 46 years and has lived the past two years at an assisted living center in Atchison, Kansas.

She retired from Fort Leavenworth after working there for 22 years.

Visitation will be held from 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M. Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 2:30 P.M. Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth Assistance Center.

Dixie Diane Gauger, 80 of Lansing passed away Friday, February 26, 2010 at home with family.

Dixie was born March 19, 1929 the daughter of Frank and Edith (Jordan) McIntire.

She married William Frank Gauger, Sr. October 24, 1947 in Platte City, MO.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William F. Gauger, Sr. in April 2003 and son Gregory A. Gauger, Sr. in November 2006.

She was also preceded in death by her mother and father, five brothers and one sister, Robert, Eugene, Frank Jr., Richard, twin brother Dale McIntire and sister Betty (McIntire) Smith.

She worked many years at the Leavenworth Battery Factory and also at the Leavenworth County Infirmary.

Her main and proudest job was taking care of her family.

She is survived by her children Linda (Kevin) Murawski of Leavenworth, William F. (Diane) Gauger, Jr. of Leavenworth, Howard (Pam) Gauger, Sr. of Leavenworth, Ginger Robertson of Lansing, Karen (John) Hardeman of Leavenworth, Tammie Gauger of Lansing, Gus (Jennie) Gauger of Leavenworth, many Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She will be dearly missed by all who loved her.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 noon Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Burial will follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Diabetes Association.

Kathryn Dean (Ware) Rivers, Leavenworth, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2010. Kathryn was born on June 2, 1934, in Lawrence, KS, to the parents of William and Freddie (Brown) Ware. She attended schools in Lawrence and Topeka, KS. After high school she moved to Leavenworth where shortly after she met and married James L. Rivers, Sr., and to that union were born six children. James preceded her in death in 1989. As the children began to grow older and started creating lives for themselves, Kathryn worked and returned to school. For many years she worked for the Ramada Inn Hotel (Leavenworth) and in 1969 left there and went to work for the Fort Leavenworth Club System. In 1972, she graduated from Kansas City Kansas Community College with an AA in Business. While working for the Fort Leavenworth Club System she received many citations and awards for outstanding service in Bamberg, GE, for which she accepted and worked there for 18 months before transferring to Patch Barracks, Stuttgart, GE. While in Germany, Kathryn completed several culinary courses. In 1989, she returned to Kansas and returned working at Fort Leavenworth, KS. She retired from federal service after 22 years and in January 1990, went to work at the Medicalodge of Leavenworth for which she had planned to retire from in September 2010; she worked there for 21 years. On February 24, 2010, God sent the angels to bring Kathryn home. Those that have gone on before her were her parents and one sister, Eunice Louise Ware. Kathryn was intelligent and feisty, but a very loving mother and grandmother. Birthday dinners and holiday meals at her home as well as many church dinners she helped prepare will never be forgotten. No one will be hungry in Heaven, as she was the best when it came to preparing and serving a meal! Survivors include four daughters Diane (James) Smith and Crestolene Robertson, Leavenworth; Patricia Rivers, Atchison; and Karen Mitchell, Shawnee; two sons James Rivers, Jr., Denver, CO; and Walter Rivers, Topeka; 14 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and several cousins. Kathryn was a member of First Missionary Baptist Church and remained a very supportive member of her church until her death. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday, March 1, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Homegoing service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at the First Missionary Baptist Church, W. 7th St. and Olive. Burial will follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery.

Ramona Rivera, 76, died in her sleep February 18, 2010, at Medicalodge of Leavenworth. She had a life time battle with Lupus and Parkinson.s.

Visitation will be at the Davis Funeral Chapel Leavenworth, KS on February 24, 2010 from 5-8 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be on February 25, 2010 at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, Leavenworth, KS.

Ramona was born April 9, 1933 in Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico to William and Cruz Cabassa. She graduated in Puerto Rico from Commercial School as a secretary but in 1952 she moved to New York City where she worked in a factory in the garment district of New York. She married her childhood sweetheart; the late Efrain G. Rivera on August 27, 1955. They returned to Puerto Rico in 1976 and eventually moved to Kansas in 1998.

Ramona enjoyed cooking, sewing, Spanish novellas and reading. Those who knew her will always remember her abiding love of chocolates and flowers. She will be missed greatly by her family and everyone who knew her.

Mrs. Rivera is survived by her daughter, Sylvia Rivera; son, Efrain J. Rivera; nieces, Soraida Charneco and Yolanda Siberlich; nephew Julio Cabassa; her sisters, Sonia Colon, and Aida Cabassa; her brother Nelson Cabasssa and 11 granddogs and 2 grandcats.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Medicalodge of Leavenworth Resident Activity Fund 1503 Ohio, Leavenworth, KS 66048.

Harold H. Breiner, 88, Leavenworth, passed away Friday, February 19, 2010.

Harold was born February 10, 1922 in Leavenworth the son of Joseph and Martha (Fahnauer) Breiner.

On May 22, 1954 he married Lucille Schmeckel. She survives him. They were happily married for 55 years.

Harold is also survived by two daughters Linda Hulett of Leavenworth, Diana Smith of Topeka, four granddaughters and eight great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by four brothers, one sister and one grandson, James Smith, Jr.

Harold served in the United States Navy from 1942 to 1945. During WWII he was aboard the Battleships U.S.S. Nevada and the U.S.S. Texas. He trained at the Great Lakes Illinois then went to Bremerton, Washington and boarded the U.S.S. Nevada for training in Long Beach, California.

During his service, he participated in the invasions of Act II, Northern France, Pearl Harbor, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. He was honorably discharged in Minneapolis, MN on November 29, 1945. Harold was very proud to have served his country as a sailor in the United States Navy.

He worked as a truck driver for the Dwight D. Eisenhower Veteran.s Administration for 35 ½ years, retiring in 1977.

Harold was a proud 50 year member of the Leavenworth Fish and Game of Happy Hollow Lake. He was also a former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.), the American Legion, and the Eagles Club.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 22, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Dwight D. Eisenhower Nursing Home of Leavenworth.

Phyolain .Frosty. Montgomery, Leavenworth, 84, passed away Friday, February 19, 2010.
Frosty was born August 28, 1925 in Elsnore, Missouri the daughter of Sirus and Angie (Mallonee) Smith.
She married Wayne Montgomery. He preceded her in death in 1982. Frosty is survived by her son Ray E. Montgomery, three grandchildren Angelique, Jennifer, Casey and six great grandchildren. People knew Frosty as a generous and giving person who will be greatly missed.
A Memorial service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Lawrence (Larry) A. Sanders, 81, Lansing, KS, passed away at Providence Medical Center on February 18,2010 after a short illness.

Lawrence was born August 19,1928 in Hugo, OK, the son of Lester and Addie Dell (Aubrey) Sanders. He graduated from Daniel Webster High School, Tulsa, in 1944 at the age of 16. He attended the University of Tulsa and. graduated from the Tulsa Institute of Music in June, 1947. Lawrence married Doris Carter on April 3, 1949. Doris and his parents preceded him in death.

Lawrence and Doris moved from Tulsa, Oklahoma to Lansing in 1959. Lawrence worked for the Kansas Correctional Industries as the paint factory supervisor until he retired in March 1990. He served on the Lansing school board for twelve years. Lawrence was an accomplished musician who especially enjoyed playing music with his wife Doris and friends. In his early years, he performed in a country swing band and co-hosted a radio music program in Tulsa, ¿The Fred and Larry Show¿. Lawrence taught guitar lessons and also served as music and choir director at Bethel Baptist Church, Lansing, and the Leavenworth Baptist church for many years. Lawrence served as a Deacon, Sunday School teacher, and Youth Group Leader at both Bethel and Leavenworth Baptist Churches.

Lawrence loved sports and after graduation was signed by the NY Yankees to pitch for their minor league team in Texas. He also played first base for the Cantrell Feed National Champion Fast Pitch softball team. He coached baseball and softball for many years in the Leavenworth and Lansing City Leagues. Lawrence was an avid golfer who shot a hole in one and recorded a score below his age in the same year, recognized by the Kansas Golf Association.

Lawrence and his wife Doris enjoyed traveling and took many trips and cruises together. He loved to read , fish, and watch sports, especially Oklahoma football and Kansas basketball. Lawrence loved to eat out with friends and family and especially loved the Leavenworth Baptist Church potlucks.

Lawrence had a playful sense of humor and positive outlook on life. He loved the Lord, his family and was especially proud of his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Surviving family members include his children Larry Sanders and his wife Rita, of Boonville, MO, Cindy Irwin of Galena, IL, and Annette Bohannon and her husband Mike of Leavenworth. Grandchildren include John Sanders, his wife Shelly, Kelly Smith, her husband Ryan, Dale Sanders, his wife Jamee, Leigh Rodebaugh, her husband Keith, Jason Irwin, Nolan Bohannon, and Luke Bohannon. Lawrence had eight great-children.

Visitation will be Sunday, February 21,2010, 2:00-4:00 pm at Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be Monday, February 22, 2010 at 10:00am at Leavenworth Baptist Church. Interment will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Leavenworth or Leavenworth Baptist Church in care of Davis Funeral Chapel.

Robert "Fishbait" William Hagemaster, II, 54 passed away on Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at the Hospice House after a short battle with cancer.

He was born on February 5, 1956 in Sault Ste. Marie, MI to Robert E. & Gladys (Hutchens) Hagemaster.

He was proceeded in death by his mother Gladys, and sister Marilyn. He is survived by his wife Donna, of the home; sons Rob Hagemaster and wife Rachel, Ryan Hagemaster and his fiance¿ Sarah, and his daughter Sarah Hagemaster. He is also survived by his brothers Fred Hagemaster, Richard Hagemaster and wife Sherry; sisters Susan Dubois, Gladys Draper, Sharon and husband John Behrman. He has 5 grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Fishbait as he was known in the biker community, loved to ride his Fatboy regardless of temps outside.

He loved spending time with his grandchildren and his animals.

Per his wishes he was cremated.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, February 25, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Daniel W. Conard, Leavenworth, 35, passed away February 16, 2010.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, February 19, 2010 at the Faith Evangelistic Center, 120 N. Broadway Leavenworth, KS.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Kenneth E. Butler, 81, Leavenworth, KS, passed away Saturday, February 6, 2010. He was born August 17, 1928 in St. Joseph, MO son of Hugh R. and Irene (DeFreece) Butler.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Peggy I. Burow and son Kim.

He is survived by his sister, Charlotte Mondero, his wife, Sylvia (Eustice) Butler and his children, Mark, Kevin, Kenwyne (Cozy), Ky., Stacey, Kirk and Anthony, 13 grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 P.M Monday, February 15, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.Mass of Christian Burial 11:30 a.m., Tuesday, February 16, St. Francis De Sales Church, Lansing, KS. Burial with military honors will follow in Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Nellie M. Martin LaMont passed away on February 10, 2010 at the County Care Nursing Facility. She was born in Easton, Kansas, July 28, 1915, the daughter of John T. and Mattie Fay Bristow Martin, who preceded her in death, along with her husband Everett, her daughter Phyllis Wagner, her son-in-law Robert L. Wagner, one brother Charles T. Martin, two sisters, Dorothy Glynn, and LaVerne Ready. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Carolyn and Merlin Wagner of Easton, Kansas, 2 step-daughters, Betty Heintzelman, and Cassandra French, both of Leavenworth., 5 grandchildren, Robert Stephen Wagner of Leavenworth, Deborah Sue Wagner Diercks, of Racine, Wisconsin, Mark Wagner of Lansing, Kansas, Michelle Zimbelman, of St. Joseph, Missouri, and Julie Cook of Leavenworth. Eleven great grandchildren, Matthew Wagner of Kansas City, Missouri, Katie Aufdemberge of Leavenworth, Ben and Jon Wagner of Lansing, Chad and Brian Diercks of California, Jason Diercks of Wisconsin, Melissa Wagner of Olathe, KS., Christopher Wagner of Odessa, Texas, Michael Cook of Leavenworth, and Megan Zimbelman of St. Joseph, Missouri, four great great grandchildren, Emma Jean and Charley Aufdemberge of Leavenworth, Fiona Anne Diercks of North Carolina and Eli Matthews Diercks of California, one niece Linda Hutchinson of Allison Park, Pennsylvania, 2 nephews John Walter Glynn of Atherton, California, and Charles W. Martin of Harrisonburg, Virginia and also survived by several cousins.. Funeral will be at Leavenworth Baptist Church, 803 S. Broadway, Leavenworth, Kansas, on February 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation on Sunday February 14, 2010, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Leavenworth Baptist Church. Interment following funeral at Easton Cemetery, Easton, Kansas. Memorial contributions to Leavenworth Baptist Church or the Easton Cemetery.

Frederick Tannehill Curry, 58, Winchester KS, lost his 3 year battle with cancer on February 9, 2010, at home surrounded by his loved ones. Funeral service will be held at St. Paul Episcopal Church, 209 N 7th St, Leavenworth KS, at 1100 on February 15, 2010. Immediately following the service, interment will be in the Church Columbarium with full military honors.

After 20 years of service, Frederick retired from the US Army as a Major. He continued to serve our country, working with the African Union and the United Nations, training Peacekeepers for Humanitarian Assistance in Africa. He was also an avid John Deere memorabilia collector.

Fred is survived by his wife Nancy, daughters Natasha and Amanda, sons Kyle and Kenneth grandson Evan, sisters Laura and Cecelia, one uncle and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to be made to the .Kids Connection., through St. Paul Episcopal Church (913-682-1033) or the Davis Funeral Chapel (913-682-5523).

Millie R. Pagenkopf, 71, Leavenworth passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Providence Medical Center.

Millie was born in Leavenworth June 14, 1938 the daughter of Joseph and Mary (Luckvic) Wranich, Sr.

On February 15, 1958 she married Leon R. Pagenkopf.

She is survived by her husband Leon, two daughters Yvonne (Dan) Willcott and Jeannette VanTuyl, one son Don (Kris) Pagenkopf, one brother James Wranich, two sisters Mary Wise and Rose McMillan and five grandchildren Ryan and Kyle Willcott, Joshua and Alisha VanTuyl and Haley Pagenkopf.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Joseph Wranich, Jr., and one sister Ann Currier.

Millie held various jobs and retired from Continental Canning Corporation.

Millie never knew a stranger and her life revolved around her family.

In honor of her request no services are planned. Millie wanted everyone to remember her as she was.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

Davis Funeral Chapel is entrusted to the arrangements

Lucille Cooper "Lou" Meyer, Leawood, KS, formerly of Leavenworth, KS passed away Monday, February 8, 2010 at Kansas City Hospice and Palliative Care. Lou was born November 28, 1919 in Sharon Springs, KS to Melvern Ashley and Eunice V. Cooper.

The family moved to Topeka in 1923. Lou attended Highland Park schools and received a scholarship to Dodd¿s School of Business upon graduation. Shortly thereafter, she was hired by Harry W. Colmery while he was National Commander of the American Legion.

Lou married Ivan J. ¿Swede¿ Meyer on December 24, 1939 and after his graduation from Kansas State University, they moved to Oklahoma City where he was employed by Firestone Tire and Rubber Co. One week after Pearl Harbor, Swede was called to active duty and as a Second LT..received orders to Panama. Lou and their daughter Nancy moved to Dallas, Texas where she was a private secretary to H. Stanley Marcus of Nieman-Marcus.

In 1944 Swede was transferred to Ft. Meyer, VA. where their son Stephen was born. After the war the family moved to Leavenworth, KS. where Swede and two of his brothers expanded the Meyer Dairy that had originated with their father in Basehor, KS.

Lou was preceded in death by her husband, Swede on August 8, 2004, her parents and two sisters. She is survived by three children, Nancy Meyer Barber of Leawood, KS, Stephen M. Meyer, DVM, Leavenworth, KS, and Douglas C. Meyer of Cottonwood, AZ, six grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Lou was a 50 year member of Chapter EO, PEO, past president of the Women¿s Division of the Chamber of Commerce, a member of the Leavenworth Country Club, a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Philomathean Club and a life master in the ACBL. Lou taught bridge for eighteen years and had taught on several bridge cruises. She served for several years as a volunteer at Cushing Hospital and she belonged to the 3rd Avenue PTA where she held most offices.

Lou was the author of the book ¿Lotta¿s Opal¿ which chronicled five generations of her family. She an accomplished seamstress and made nearly all of the clothing for herself and her daughter.

Family will receive friends from 10 AM to 11AM Thursday, February 11, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 11 AM. followed by inurnment in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth Assistance Center, Salvation Army, Youth Achievement Center, Leavenworth Dog Park or Kansas City Hospice & Palliative Care.

Bibiana Theresa Steele, 75, Lawrence, KS, passed away Tuesday, February 2, 2010 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. Bibiana was born on February 20, 1934, in Washington, MO, to Viola Eckelkamp. Bibiana had a career in social work and retired after many years from the Veterans Administration Hospital in Topeka, KS. Bibiana is survived by her daughter Valerie Steele and husband Michael Sela of Los Angles, CA, her son Merrill F. Steele, III of Lawrence, KS, brother Randy Rietz and wife Patricia of Wheaton, IL, grandson Ryan Thompson of Leavenworth, KS, cousin Susan Murphy of St. Louis, MO, and a son-in-law Mick McCann. Bibiana is preceded in death by her mother Viola Eckelkamp and her daughter Lisa Steele McCann. A visitation will be on Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Chapel. A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. Mt. Muncie Cemetery.

Juanita L. Vandruff, 65, of Leavenworth, passed away on Wednesday, January 13, 2010.

Juanita was born November 12, 1944 in Leavenworth the daughter of Beach L. and Katharn L. (Rice) Donald.

On March 13, 1964 she married Jack D. Vandruff. He survives her. They were married almost 46 years.

Juanita is also survived by her four children Jackie Darrow Vandruff (Melinda), Leavenworth, Penny L. Wagner (Bruce), Independence, KS, Brian L. Vandruff (Sharla), Topeka, David S. Vandruff (Brenda), Leavenworth. Six Grandsons, one Granddaughter, one Great Grandson, one Great Granddaughter, two brothers Kenneth Donald (Carolyn) and Phelps Bud Donald (Rose Marie).

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers Beach Donald Jr., Harold Donald, Thomas Wells, two sisters Pat Donald, and Virginia Dill.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 A.M. Monday, January 18, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday, January 18, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Midwest Transplant Network, Organ Donation Awareness Program In Memory of Juanita L. Vandruff, 1900 W. 47th Place, Suite 400, Westwood, Kansas 66204.

Opal L. Perkins, 92, of Lansing, KS, went to be with the Lord Sunday, January 3, 2010, while surrounded by family.

She was born on March 17, 1917 in Hannibal, Missouri the daughter of Charles and Ethel (Kespohl) Scheiner. On October 4, 1950, she was joined in marriage to Jesse E. Perkins in Leavenworth, KS. Both her parents and husband preceded her in death.

Survivors include her beloved son, Gerald (Lillian) Scott of Lansing, KS., daughter, Linda Scott (Fred) Kesinger of Lansing, KS., stepdaughter, Rosetta (Jim) White and family of Leavenworth, KS., sister Lorene (Robert) March of Decatur, IL., Four granddaughters to include Michele Robertson (Leavenworth), Kim (Gary) Mattingly (Lansing), Aimee Scott and Christina Scott, both of Lansing; great-grandchildren Grant Robertson (Leavenworth), Mason and Reece Mattingly (Lansing).

She was preceded in death by her first husband James ¿Dewey¿ Scott, four sisters Gladys Scheiner, Edna Flick, Florence Clark, and Helen Scheiner. Five brothers to include William Scheiner, Leslie Scheiner, Joseph Scheiner, Marion Scheiner and Harold Scheiner.

Opal was a devoted homemaker with a kind and gentle spirit. She was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed crossword puzzles and had a love for God, daily devotionals, life and her church. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by her family.

She was a member of the First Christian Church and a deaconess emeritus.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 from 6 to 8 PM at Davis Funeral Chapel in Leavenworth. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, January 7, 2010 at 10:30 AM at the First Christian Church, Leavenworth. Pastor Lynn Dickson will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Christian Church.

Margaret Staniforth Ryan passed away December 31, 2009 at the Golden Living Center in Lansing. She was 82. She was born September 19, 1927 to Mary Bistos Staniforth and Fred Staniforth of Kansas City, KS. She grew up and attended school in Wyandotte County until she married D. Eugene Ryan on January 27, 1952 and moved to Leavenworth County. They owned a dairy farm until Mr. Ryan¿s death in 1976.

Mrs. Ryan is survived by a son, Dennis Ryan and his wife Sue Ryan of Leavenworth and two grandsons, Sean Ryan, Dodge City, KS and Logan Ryan, Topeka, KS.

Mrs. Ryan was a leader in the Fairmount 4-H Club for many years. She was an avid participant in the Leavenworth County Fair and served on the Leavenworth County Fair Board for 30 years. She also served in the Leavenworth County Farm Bureau Association for many years and was once named Kansas Farm Bureau Woman of the Year. She was a member of the Lansing Kiwanis and a volunteer at the Lansing Library when it first opened. She was also a member of the Fairmount United Methodist Church. Prior to retiring from the Media Support Center on Fort Leavenworth, Mrs. Ryan worked as a bookkeeper for Dan Zeck Dodge, a lab technician for the VA Medical Center, and a file clerk at the Fort Leavenworth USDB. After retirement she enjoyed life following her two grandsons and working as a part-time cook at the Farm Market convenience store.

Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth. Funeral services are planned for Wednesday, January 6 at 10 a.m. also at the Davis Chapel. Burial will be held at Mount Muncie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Leavenworth County 4-H Council or to Asera Care Hospice.

Ben L. Preston, Sr., 69, Leavenworth, KS, passed away, Tuesday, December 30, 2009 at his home.

Ben was born September 14, 1940 in Pike County, MO, the son of McKedley and Effiie (Braham) Preston. On April 5, 1974 he married Margaret A. McCarter in Lawrence, KS.

He is also survived by his wife, Margaret A. Preston of the home, daughters, Brandi Welch and husband Frank, Briana Dey and husband Tony, his son, Ben L. Preston, Jr. and wife Judi, his nephew, Hans Stutz and wife Tonia, three brothers, Mack Preston, Melvin Preston and Tom Preston, three sisters, Betsy Mae Womble, Mary Lou Dempsey, and Patricia Hughart and numerous grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, McKedley and Effie Preston, two brothers, Pearl and Joe Preston, and two sisters, Lorraine Stewart and Sue Klohr.

Ben was retired from the Untied States Army, serving from December of 1958 to January of 1976. He was a highly decorated Military Veteran.

The family will receive friends from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Monday, January 4, 2010 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, followed by a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. with Military Honors at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Luke.s Hospice in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Ralph Francis Martin, 87, passed away December 21, 2009, at Providence Place, after a valliant and courageous six-month battle.

Ralph was born in Atchison, Kansas, on October 24, 1922, the second son, to Helen Donnley and Emmet Martin. He graduated from Immaculate High School, and at the age of 18 entered the U.S. Army. He served as an Infantryman from August 1941 until December 11, 1945, and received a World War II Victory medal.

After his service, he returned to the Leavenworth, Kansas, area and served on the Leavenworth Fire Department and eventually was a Fire Inspector with TWA until his retirement in 1981.

Ralph enjoyed memberships at the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, Eagles Aerie No. 55 and the Knights of Columbus. A trip to his ancestry Ireland was a highlight of his life.

Survivors includes his children: Janice L. Patterson, Leavenworth, KS; Jo-Anne Piper, (Galt), Kansas City, KS; Mary Kay Martin, Parkville, MO; Randy L. Martin, (Gail) Platte City, MO; six grandchildren and great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his son, Dennis G. Martin, in 1974. Also preceding Ralph in death were his parents and brothers, William ¿Bill¿ E. Martin and Robert Martin.

Ralph was an avid walker and enjoyed visiting with many neighbors along his daily route, sharing with them his quick wit and dry sense of humor.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, December 22, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 p.m.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at St. Joseph Church. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery.

The family asks that all memorials be made to Immaculata High School or St. Joseph Catholic Church.

Gale Nadine Zink, 74, Easton, KS passed away Saturday, December 19, 2009 at Cushing Memorial Hospital. Gale was born March 27, 1935 in Nevada, MO the daughter of Gale C. and Virginia (Harper) Hewitt. On October 12, 1950 in Leavenworth, KS she married Edwin ¿Sonny¿ Eugene Zink, he preceded her in death on December 1, 1993.

She was also preceded in death by two grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Virginia Stark (Zink) , Linda Gerdes and husband Ed, Carol Mingo, Eddie Zink and wife Wanda, Gerry Zink and wife Joy, Sonny Zink, 23 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and 7 great-great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, John, Evelyna, Bev, Pauline, and Annabelle.

She worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years and a loving mother and grandmother.

Visitation will be held from 12 to 1:30 P.M Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 1:30 p.m. at the Chapel.

Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS. Memorial contributions may be given to the Zink family in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St. Leavenworth, KS 66048.

Norma Delores (Alterman) Snowberg, 83, of Lansing, Kan., passed away in her sleep December 18, 2009 at her home.

Born Sept. 3, 1926, in Chicago Ill., she married the love of her life, Claude Monty Snowberg on March 25, 1944. Together; Norma and Monty created a family of four children, built a successful construction company and enjoyed an adventurous retirement. She loved music and was devoted to her family and faith.

Norma is survived by her husband and their children, Claudia (Larry) Summerlin, James (Nancy) Snowberg, Scott Snowberg and Janet (Clen) Humphrey; grandchildren Andrew (Patty) Snowberg, Kelli (Robert) Vanden Broeder, Katherine (Stephen) Barber, Conja Summerlin and Cody Snowberg; and seven great-grandchildren. Her surviving siblings are Phillip Alterman, Frank Alterman, Betty Cox, Dorothea Huff, William Alterman and Robert Alterman.

She was preceded in death by her parents Erich and Myrtle Alterman, her step-mother Alberta Alterman; sister Glencoe Simonson, brothers Raymond Alterman, Erich Alterman, Jr., and Benjamin Alterman; daughter-in-law Kathleen Snowberg; and great-grandson Ryen Vanden Broeder. Services are to be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22 at Easton United Methodist Church, Easton Kan.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Easton United Methodist Church, Easton, Kan.

The family would like to thank Good Shepherd Hospice and Caregiving Because We Care for the loving care they provided her in the twilight of her life.

Robert C. Leeper, 78, Leavenworth passed away Thursday, December 10, 2009. Robert, known as Bobby to loved ones, was born May 30, 1931 in Leavenworth the son of Ralph E. and Lillian (Martin) Leeper. In 1951 Robert joined the United States Navy. He served for four years and was stationed in the Philippines during the Korean War where he worked as a Seabee constructing airfields, and was later stationed in Adak, Alaska. After his tour of duty ended, he married his long-time sweetheart Anna Marie Van Veghten of February 4, 1956. She survives him.

He is also survived by his son, Jeffrey L. Leeper, daughter, Leslie L. Bartoszek and husband Paul L. Bartoszek, two granddaughters, Janelle B. Bartoszek and Jordaina B. Bartoszek and his sister, Freda Atkinson along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Winifred Kant, and his brother, Richard Leeper.

After the Navy, Robert worked at Fort Leavenworth as Foreman of Roads and Grounds and later retired at that position.

During is life, Robert was an active member and past-master of King Solomon Lodge #10, V.F.W. Post 56, Eagles Aerie #55, American Legion Post 23 and was a past member of the Abdallah Shrine.

His hobbies included everything from gardening and lawn work, bird watching, fishing and hunting, woodworking and socializing with those around him. He was a very loving father and husband and always wanted to try to help those he cared about.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Thursday, December 17, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel with a Masonic service to immediately follow.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Salvation Army or the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

Catherine V. Jones (Kay) departed this life 12-5-09. Kay was born July 16th, 1926 in New Cambria, MO to William F. Martin and Jennie Myrtle Sullivan Martin. Kay was the last survivor of the 12 children born to the Martin's.

She was married to David W. Jones on November 7, 1942. 4 children were born of this union. Kay was a devoted and professional mother, grandmother and great grandmother who spent her life creating lifetime memories with her children. She enjoyed life and her family. She was a member of the V.F.W. (L.M.) Ladies Auxiliary, Eagles Ladies Aux. and R.E.A.C.

Kay was preceded in death by her daughter Linda J. Murawski, her parents and siblings. She leaves behind her devoted husband of 67 years, David Jones (Bill), her daughter Billie Kay Kerslake of Oregon, her son David W. Jones, Sr. and wife Maggie of Kansas, and Robert D. Jones and wife Janet of Kansas, 11 grand daughters, 17 great grandchildren, 13 great great grandchildren and a loving circle of family and friends. "She will be dearly missed by all."

Family will receive friends Wednesday, December 9, 2009 evening 6-8 p.m., at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 12:30 P.M. at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. The family suggests memorial contributions to the V.F.W. Post #56, Memorial Park in memory of Kay.

William (Bill) D. Lucas, Cape Coral, FL passed away Sunday, November 22, 2009 at Health Park Hospital in Ft. Myers, FL. He was born in Leavenworth, KS on September 16, 1945, the second of six children to James and Rose Lucas. He was raised in Highland, KS.

Bill was a Retired Master Sgt. of the United States Air Force Reserve retiring after 22 years of service, serving his country in Vietnam and Desert Shield. He worked as a Probation Officer in Topeka, KS. He retired from his career as an Accreditation Manager at Lansing Correctional Facility in Lansing, KS in 2002.

Bill and his wife then relocated to Cape Coral, FL in 2003.

He is preceded in death by his father James ¿Chick¿ Lucas. He is survived by his wife Nancy Lucas of the home, his children, Amy Quiovers, Kansas City, MO, Patrick Lucas of Cape Coral, FL and Megan Clune of Kansas City, KS, his mother, Rose Lucas and his siblings, Jim Lucas of Prairie Village, KS, Artie Lucas of Lenexa, KS, Nancy Riggins of Ocean Springs, MS, LuAnn Jasper of Troy, KS, and Pam Taylor of St. Joseph, MO and ten grandchildren. He was a proud grandfather, watercolor artist and active member of his local church.

The family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M., Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday, December 3, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial with military honors will follow in the Leavenworth national Cemetery, Leavenworth, KS.

Nellie Catherine Gauger, 82 , Winchester, KS, formerly of Leavenworth, KS passed away Monday, November 23, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital, Topeka, KS. She was born October 29, 1927 in Leavenworth, KS the daughter of William and Maudie (Reckard) Wesley. She married Robert A. Gauger, Sr. he preceded her in death in 1999. She was also preceded in death by her son Robert A. Gauger, Jr. in 2003.

She was also preceded in death by two brothers and one sister. She is survived by sons, Ronnie, Edward, Clarence, William, Benjamin, and Alfred Gauger, daughters, Clara, Betty, Patricia, Shirley, and Carolyn, several grandchildren and several great grand children and one brother, William Simmons.

Nellie worked as a telephone operator for South Western Bell for several years, later she and her husband ran a dairy farm, she worked on the family farm near Easton, KS till she retired.

The family will receive friends from 11 A.M to 1 P.M Monday, November 30, 2009 at Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will follow at 1 P.M. Pastor Mary Long will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

SSGT (Retired) Freddie L. Finley, United States Army, 77, of Lansing, KS passed away Friday, November 20, 2009 at his home.

Freddie was born December 12, 1931 in Truman, AR.

He was preceded in death by his wife Bernadette H. Tinley.

He is survived by his two sons, Eric B. Finley, Lansing, KS and Patrick D. Finley of Lehigh Acres, FL., two grandchildren, Nicole R. Finley and Patrick C. Finley and two great grandchildren, Isaiah and Caley and two brothers Luther and Vernon Finley and a sister Velma Grand.

He served in the United States Army for twenty years, retiring in 1973. While in the military he served in Korea and Vietnam. He then worked for the Lansing Correctional Facility for twenty years, retiring in 2000.

He attended St. Francis De Sales Church, member of the V.F.W, Fraternal Order of Eagles # 55.

He enjoyed working in his yard and landscaping.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 P.M Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at St. Francis De Sales Church, 900 Ida St., Lansing, KS. Funeral service will be held 1 P.M Wednesday at St. Francis De Sales Church. Fr. Michael Stubbs will officiate. Burial will follow in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Kansas City, KS.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Francis De Sales Church.

Carroll E. Pitts, 63, Leavenworth, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2009 at his home.

Carroll was born on November 29, 1945 in North Little Rock, Arkansas the son of Calvin Carroll and Mary Elizabeth (Taggart) Pitts.

On April 19, 1996 he married Bonnie L. Hund. She survives him.

Carroll is also survived by four children Scott Pitts (Diana) of Leavenworth, Nichole Blaser (Steve) of Leavenworth, Jennifer Young (Dan) of Olathe, KS and Brian Doty of Austin, TX. Five grandchildren Sadie Pitts, Dallas Blaser, Derek Young, Joseph Young, Luke Young, his mother Mary E. Butler and sister Shirley Condel.

He was preceded in death by Leroy Butler.

Carroll served in the United States Army.

He retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company after 33 years. He also worked for the City of Lansing for nine years.

He enjoyed motorcycle riding and fishing with his grandkids.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at St. Joseph Church.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 1:00 PM Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at the church.

Father David McEvoy, O¿Carm will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to Angel Flight or St. Joseph Church.

Davis Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.

Rita June Swearingen Rounda was born on March 5, 1929 to Vernon Ray and Ruth Viola Parsons Swearingen, in Leavenworth, Kansas. Her passing came on November 20, 2009 in Tonganoxie, Kansas.

She graduated with honors as valedictorian from Leavenworth High School in 1947. At the University of Kansas, she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 1951 and a Master of Arts degree in 1954, majoring in Spanish.

On February 16, 1952, she was joined in marriage with Laco Rounda in Leavenworth, Kansas.

She was an active member of many organizations, including Delta Kappa Gamma, the National Education Association (NEA), the Kansas University Alumni Association, the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP), and the Pilgrim United Church of Christ.

Following her education at the University of Kansas, her thirty-five year career as a teacher included over thirty years in the Leavenworth school district. She retired in 1989 as the head of the foreign language department at Leavenworth High School.

She is preceded in death by her parents Vernon Ray and Ruth Viola Parsons Swearingen, husband, Laco Rounda, he sister Lucille Scott (all of Leavenworth, KS), and a brother Dale Swearingen of Edmond, OK.

She is survived by siblings Meredith Jones, and Joanne Chambers (both of Leavenworth, KS), Vernon Ray Swearingen, Jr. of Lamesa, TX, Lynn Weaver of Bartlesville, OK; son Daniel Rounda, daughter-in-law Judith Rounda, and grandchildren Luke and Nancy Rounda of Leavenworth, KS.

Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 from 6 to 8 P.M. at Davis Funeral Chapel. Memorial service will be conducted on Wednesday, November 25, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at the Pilgrim United Church of Christ with burial service at Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Fund of the Pilgrim United Church of Christ or to the Leavenworth Animal Welfare Society.

William Donald ¿Don¿ Choice, 95, Leavenworth, passed away Friday, November 20, 2009 at the home of his granddaughter, Lisa Graham Burns.

Don was born December 22, 1913 in Jack County, Texas the son of Willis L. and Arabella (Hickman) Choice. He was the youngest of six children. On September 2, 1936 he married Mary Jane Oehler. She preceded him in death June 2, 2009.

In 1935, he graduated from Chillicothe Business College in Chillicothe, Missouri with a degree in business after which he was hired at a brokerage firm in Kansas City, Missouri. He moved to Leavenworth in 1938 where he worked for the Meyer Coal and Ice Company which later became the Meyer Westinghouse Appliance Store. He and Mary Jane opened the Louise Dress Shop in 1955 which was a profitable business for over 39 years. In 1962, Don began as a teller at the Leavenworth National Bank where he was promoted to Assistant Cashier, Loan Officer, Assistant Vice-President, Vice President, and finally Vice President in Charge of Public Relations. At the age of 70, he retired from banking and began his career in real estate, working two years for the Harry Backhus Agency and ten years with Reilly and Sons. In 2000, he worked as a census taker for the U.S. Census Bureau when he was 87 years old.

Don was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Leavenworth for 70 years serving as Elder, Trustee, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and as a member of the Mariners Club.

He was a member of the Junior Chamber of Commerce (where he held every elected office), the Chamber of Commerce (39 years), the Evening Kiwanis Club (where he held every elected office), the Alliance Against Family Violence, (as a rape crisis volunteer and board member) and the Salvation Army Advisory Board, (24 years). He was a Master Mason.

Don bowled in church and city leagues for over 30 years until he was 93 years old. An avid golfer, he was a member of the Leavenworth Country Club for 55 years, and he made a ¿Hole in One¿ on the Number 6 hole on October 28, 1993 when he was 80 years old. He and his wife Mary Jane played bridge in a Saturday night couple¿s group for many years.

During their life together, they sponsored allied officers at Fort Leavenworth, girls¿ softball and basketball teams, a women¿s bowling team, and a contestant for the Miss Kansas Pageant. For several decades they were scholarship sponsors for students at Saint Mary College.

While the children were growing up, Don and Mary Jane took two-week vacations every summer to destinations all over America, including Hawaii. After the children were grown, they traveled throughout Europe, visited Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, went on cruises in the Caribbean and New England Coast, visited Mexico, and went on a number of golf vacations with friends. With all of their children and grandchildren present, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at the Amarillo Club in Texas and their 60th wedding anniversary at Shangri La Resort at Grand Lake, Oklahoma. For their 70th wedding anniversary, they hosted a tea dance with a 14-piece orchestra for 250 guests at the Leavenworth Community Center.

Don is survived by three daughters, Sally Choice Graham, Donna Choice Clopton (Ross) and Paula Choice Timmons (Charles); his grandchildren, John Weir Graham II (Cheryl), Lisa Graham Burns (Robert), Bradley Choice Clopton (Cara), Stacy Diane Clopton Yates (Dean), Jennifer Lee Cavitt (Michael), Lindsey Elizabeth Cavitt, Susan Mary Cavitt, Grasha Timmons Stone, and Adela Chaswill Timmons; and his great-grandchildren, Steven Graham Ringel, Madeline Leahanne Ringel, Choice Edward Yates, and Damon Edward Cavitt.

In addition to his wife, Mary Jane, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Janie Choice Cavitt.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, November 23, 2009, at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 24, 2009 at the First Presbyterian Church. The Rev. Ronald Van Schenkhof will officiate.

Memorial contributions may be given to the First Presbyterian Church of Leavenworth.

Arthur Jahn, 94 years old, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2009. Mr. Jahn was born at Cushing Hospital in Leavenworth on January 7, 1915. He was the son of Emma Barben Jahn and Albert Herman Jahn. On April 12, 1936, he married Lucille F. White, also from Leavenworth. Mrs. Jahn preceded him in death on January 7, 2004. Mr. and Mrs. Jahn had four daughters, Sandra L. Harrison, Leavenworth, Donna L. DeMet, Harshaw, Wisconsin, Gloria J. Mercer, Tustin Ranch, California, and Darlene A. Lynch, Franklin, Tennessee, as well as seven grandchildren and two great grandsons. An infant daughter, a grandson and Mr. Jahn¿s brother, Howard, also preceded him in death.

Mr. Jahn lived his entire life in Leavenworth. He started in the grocery business with his father when he was 12 years old at 4th and Spruce Streets in Leavenworth. In 1940, he went into partnership in the grocery business with his younger brother, Howard. Shortly afterwards, both were drafted into World War II.

During World War II, Mr. Jahn served in the Air Force, 414th Fighter Group Operations for three-and-a-half years. He was stationed in several locations in the U.S. before being dispatched to Iwo Jima, 600 miles from Japan, where his group of 900 men landed on the beach. From Iwo Jima he was sent to Tinian, Guam, and several other locations, before returning to Iwo Jima. After the war, his group traveled in three B-29s to Okinawa, and then to Clark Field in Manila in the Philippines, before returning home to Leavenworth in 1946.

When the brothers returned from war service, they bought the Leavenworth Transportation Company at 5th and Spruce Streets, which originally operated streetcars, then buses, in Leavenworth. Their parents, Albert and Emma Jahn, owned two four-plex apartment buildings at 4th and Spruce, so by buying the additional property, the two brothers had the entire north side of the block on Spruce Street to build their new supermarket, Jahn¿s Shopping Center, which opened in 1955. The brothers also owned Jahn¿s Shop-Rite grocery store located at 7th and Kiowa. They continued together in the grocery business until Arthur bought out his brother¿s interests in 1972. Mr. and Mrs. Jahn also owned The Yarn Shoppe, which was located in the same building as the Jahn¿s Shop-Rite grocery store.

In 1956, the two brothers formed a new corporation, Recreation Enterprises, with another long-time Leavenworth resident and friend, Jimmy Clark. This new corporation purchased Holman¿s Nursery and the Cory property, which included several acres in the 5000 block of South 4th Street. In 1959, Recreation Enterprises built Skyway Lanes and SMAKS, a fast-food restaurant. A few years later, they sold several acres behind the bowling alley to Hallmark¿s Select Products Division, and additional 4th Street frontage to Hardee¿s restaurant, First National Bank and Western Sizzler Steakhouse.

Mr. Jahn attended Leavenworth public schools and graduated from Leavenworth Senior High School in 1933, a year after the school, located at 4th and Chestnut, had burned.

Arthur and Howard Jahn, along with several additional business partners, purchased the Manufacturer¿s State Bank in Leavenworth in 1961. Mr. Jahn served on the Board of Directors of Bancor, which owned Manufacturer¿s State Bank, and was Chairman of the Board when the local bank was sold to Commerce Bank in 1993.

After retiring from the grocery business in 1978, he and his wife traveled extensively around the world, including numerous cruises to various locations in Alaska, Mexico and Europe. In 1997, Mr. Jahn wrote a book about his life, Looking Back to 1915, which was published by another long-time Leavenworth resident, Johnny Johnston.

In addition to 51 years in the grocery business and his other business interests, Mr. Jahn served with various community organizations throughout his life. He was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion, and was a member of the Elks Club for over 40 years. He also was a member of St. Paul¿s Lutheran Church, Leavenworth Lion¿s Club, Leavenworth City and County Planning Commission and the Leavenworth Country Club. Mr. Jahn also owned rental properties in Leavenworth and Scottsdale, Arizona.

As life-long residents of Leavenworth, Lucille and Arthur Jahn donated back to the community where they lived and did business for so many years. Their significant contributions to local projects included the Leavenworth Public Library, which named the Arthur and Lucille Jahn Meeting Room in their honor. Additional community involvement included significant contributions to the City¿s Lady Liberty restoration, the Carillon Memorial at the Leavenworth National Cemetery, the David Kaaz Health Center, St. Paul¿s Lutheran Church, and the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum, where a 1932 V8 Roadster and a 1989 oak upright ¿Owl¿ slot machine were donated.

Mr. Jahn is survived by his four daughters, seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons. Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday, November 19 at Davis Funeral Home in Leavenworth. Services will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, November 20 at Davis Funeral Home. Burial will be at Mount Muncie Cemetery in Leavenworth. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Heart Association or St. Paul¿s Lutheran Church, 7th and Miami.

Gary Vernon Clark, 63, Lawrence, KS, formerly of Lansing, KS passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

He was born June 25, 1946 in Leavenworth, KS, the son of Donald and Elizabeth (Bieri ) Clark.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife Marcia Ann (Mosel) Clark.

He is survived by his son, David M. and wife Amy of Lawrence, KS, two grandsons, Brennan and Mitchell.

He graduated from Lansing High School in 1964 and served in the United States Navy from 1965 through 1969.

Family will receive friends from 9:30 to 10:00 A.M Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St, Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will follow at 10:00 A.M at the Chapel. Chaplain Sam Sanford will officiate. Burial will follow in the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Evelyn B. Akin, Leavenworth, KS passed away Thursday, November 12, 2009 at Cushing Memorial Hospital. She was born November 1, 1922 in Barry County, MO the daughter of Robert and Gladys(Long) Sexton. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Vester O. Akiin.

Evelyn is survived by her children, Janice Rickett, Bill Akin and wife Mary Sue, David Akin and wife Elaine, Barbara Mears and husband Richard, Martha Hund, Nancy Kane and husband Robert, and Jeannie Sikes and husband Daniel, twenty nine grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren.

She was a home maker for most of her life, worked for Army National Bank for a short time, and was a member of Church Of Christ, Leavenworth.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M Friday, November 13, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS 66048. Funeral service will be held 1:30 P.M Saturday, November 14, 2009 at the Church Of Christ, 3911 10th Ave., Leavenworth, KS.

Burial will follow in the Mt. Muncie Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Church Of Christ.

Esther Ruth Ryan, 86, Leavenworth, KS passed away Monday, November 9, 2009 at her home after a long illness. Esther was born September 10, 1923 in Easton, KS the daughter of Christian and Martha (Heidrich) Sass. On April 29, 1944 in Leavenworth, KS she married Melvin ¿Pat¿ Ryan, they were married forty-two years. He preceded her in death on May 14, 1985.

She was also preceded in death by three sisters and seven brothers. Esther is survived by her daughter, Sheryl Dipman, a granddaughter, Tiffany Dipman, three great grandchildren, Zoie, Sadie and Quincy, a brother, Bill Sass and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Esther operated a ceramic shop for many years and was active in her community. She was an avid fisherman and enjoyed the outdoors with her family and friends.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M., Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel followed by a funeral service at 2:00 P.M., Thursday at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery.

The family suggest memorial contributions be given to Hospice of Leavenworth, Cushing Hospital or Great-Grandchildren Education Fund.

Mary Verna Jackson, 79, of Lansing, KS passed away peacefully on November 7, 2009 at her daughters home where she had been lovingly cared for during her lengthy battle with Alzheimer¿s Disease.

Mary was a beautician, with a salon in her home in Lansing for many years. She also worked at Hallmark Cards, Leavenworth, after she retired from the Beauty Salon.

Mary was preceded in death by her husband and soul mate John Edward Jackson and her son Vance Adair Jackson.

Survivors include her beloved daughter, Verna Ann Jackson Worrall (Michael) her grandson, Clinton Michael Worrall (Sara), Edwardsville, KS, great-granddaughter, Brooke of Edwardsville, Ks., grandson Casey Worrall (Cindy Campbell), Lansing; and grandson Mitchell Adair Jackson (Amanda) of Bolivar, Mo.

Mary loved attending to and always working hard on her home and lawn. She was extremely dedicated and loved beyond words her many, many hours of volunteer work in her community. This includes the Lansing School Systems, Lansing Alumni Association, Calvary Baptist Church, Lasing Historical Society, Lansing Library and many more.

She faithfully attended water aerobic classes for many years at the Leavenworth Riverfront Community Center, Mary was a member of the Skyway Lanes Friday afternoon Senior Bowling League at Skyway Lanes. Mary with determination and conviction was always there for anyone and everyone who needed a helping hand. No questions asked.

Her character, spirit, smile and heart was the greatest gift to her family, community, Church, neighbors and friends. She loved them all with open arms. And let me not forget she cherished our flag and country, and with God through family she too did Bless America!

Prior to her husbands death she loved and enjoyed their many travels, to include a trip to Germany (Europe). She loved fishing and hunting with her husband John.

Yet, another priority for her was her love and support of her grandsons and great granddaughter, their school, sports activities and life endeavors and so very much more. She will be in their hearts forever and keep watch over them.

She was very proud that she, her late husband John and son Vance, her daughter Verna, son-in-law Mike, grandson¿s Clint, daughter-in-law Sara, and Casey had all attended and graduated from Lansing High School where you may find all their class photos displayed on the walls of Lansing High School.

As she fought valiantly, her battle with Alzheimer¿s in 2009, a few of her many last glorious achievements was the happiness and pride of seeing her youngest grandson, Mitchell Adair Jackson, Bolívar, Missouri married to beautiful wife Amanda. Mitch became a Park Ranger for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, continued his family farming, as well as his college studies at Missouri State University. Grandson Casey successful with his privately owned and managed lawn care business. Grandson Clint, his wife Sara and daughter Brooke blooming into a happy, beautiful, and fun filled home and family.

Mary traveled in the summer of 2009 with her daughter on an Amtrak vacation to beautiful Santa Fe, N.M.

Also in 2009 Mary was a host grandmother in tandem with her daughter Verna (a host mother) to seven Northern league K.C., KS T-Bone Baseball players (2008 Northern league Champions) in her and her daughters home. She attended 100% of all the T-Bones home games. The host players, Jim, Craig, Weston, Neb, Cody, Justin and Nate loved and respected her and always took time to find her among the fans cheering, clapping and dancing.

Sincere and heartfelt appreciation to everyone at Sunflower Health Care Hospice, Lansing. Especially Mary¿s personal team of Caregivers.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 A.M. Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to any of her beloved entities. Sunflower Health Care Hospice, Lansing, KS, Lansing High School Alumni Scholarship Fund or Lansing Schools, Calvary Baptist Church, The Rick Elliott Lansing High School Memorial Scholarship Fund, The Bill Powell Lansing High School Memorial Volleyball Scholarship Fund, The Lansing Historical Society, The Lansing Library, or the immediate family.

David L. Foster, 55, Jarbalo, passed away Saturday, November 7, 2009 at his home.

David was born May 18, 1954 in Smithville, Missouri the son of Donald Foster and Velma Burden.

On March 20, 1976 he married Debra J. Ingerson. She survives him.

David is also survived by one daughter Jennifer E. Wood and husband Charles, one son John L. J. Foster and wife Zaydie, three grandchildren Kaitlyn, Greggory and Gracey, and soon to be one more grandson Logan, his mother Velma Burden, two brothers William Foster and Owen Golden, two sisters Beth Ann Claypole and Becky Tate along with many nieces, nephews, friends and other loved ones.

He was preceded in death by his father Donald Foster and grandmother Emma Andrews.

David was a proud and loving husband father and grandfather.

He served 10 years in the United States Navy from 1972 to 1982.

He was an original founder of the Alexandria Township Fire Department, serving as Captain of the Fire Department, President of the Alexandria Fire Association, President of the Fall Creek Cemetery Board, previous leader of 4-H and Junior Grange and coach of Junior League Softball and Baseball.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow at Fall Creek Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Alexandria Township Fire Department.

Elizabeth Ann ¿Betty¿ Lowe, 76, Leavenworth, KS passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at St. John Hospital, Leavenworth.

Betty was born October 8, 1933 in Platte County, MO the daughter of Adolph and Julia Strobbe, who preceded her in death. On October 12, 1951 she married Charles F. Lowe. They had five children, Deborah Ann Hedgepeth , Lenexa, KS, Jeanne Plowman and husband Don, Overland Park, KS, Julie Lizardi, Leavenworth, KS, Charles Lowe and wife Jackie, Snyder, TX , Pam Laughlin and husband Tim, Liberty, MO, twelve grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

She is also survived by her four sisters, Margaret Borland, Germaine Turner, Eileen Shearer and husband Larry, and Nadine Jolley, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Betty enjoyed being a homemaker, taking care of her family and gardening. Betty will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

The family will receive family and friends from 9:30 to 11:00 A. M Saturday, November 7, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St, Leavenworth, KS followed by an 11 A.M funeral service at the funeral chapel. Following the funeral service, as to her wishes, she will be cremated.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in Betty¿s name.

Evelyn R. Michael, 90, Athens, Alabama passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2009 in Athens.

Evelyn was born May 13, 1919 in Rural Girard the daughter of Richard N. and Ellen R. (Kyser) Green.

Evelyn graduated from Cockerill High School, Crawford County, Kansas in 1937.

On May 10, 1941 she married Homer P. Michael at Lamar, Missouri. He preceded her in death on March 25, 1991.

Evelyn and Homer made their home at Girard, Kansas until 1958 then moved to Leavenworth, Kansas.

During WWII Evelyn worked at Kansas Ordinance Plant at Parsons, Kansas. While living in Girard she worked at Producers Coop Association (Farmers Elevator) for twelve years. She retired from Fort Leavenworth United States Disciplinary Barracks in January 1980 after 20 years.

She was a member of the First Christian Church at Leavenworth, Kansas and was active in the Christian Church Womens Fellowship, a member of the National Association of Retired Employees and a member of Cushing Memorial Hospital Ladies Auxiliary where she worked as a volunteer in the gift shop.

She was a former member of the American Business Womens Association, Centennial Chapter.

Evelyn is survived by her son Perry R. Michael and his wife Marilyn of Athens, Alabama, one Grandson, Anthony S. Michael of Huntsville, Alabama and one Great Granddaughter, Ella Michael.

She was preceded in death by her husband, seven brothers and one sister.

Graveside service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at the Girard Cemetery, Girard, Kansas.

Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth, Kansas is entrusted to the arrangements.

Mary Louise (VanTuyl)Ohler, 83, of Basehor, Kansas passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2009 at her home.

Mary was born on May 18, 1926 in Leavenworth, to William R. and Hilda M. VanTuyl.

She married Hugh Ohler Febuary 22, 1945 at Bashor, KS. He preceded her in death in 1998.

She was a member of the Fairmount United Methodist Church and was the church secretary, the president of the Fairmount United Methodist Womens Society, a member of the Merry Matrons Club, Dreams Come True Club, Leavenworth County Council, Basehor Park Board, Basehor Community Education Council and the Quilt Club. Mary was awarded the 1990 Basehor Citizen of the Year for her volunteer work.

She worked for the U.S. Government and retired after 26 years of service in 1986.

She is survived by six children, Cheryl Blackburn & husband Curly, Tonganoxie, Gary Ohler & wife Reba, Tonganoxie, Mike Ohler & wife Phyllis, Vero Beach, Florida, Patrick Ohler & wife Judy, Piper, Cathy Grigsby, Bonner Springs and Steve Ohler & wife Jean, Bonner Springs.

She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren, four sisters Dorothy McNamee, Betty Scheller, Edna Eklund, Jean Theno, one brother Richard VanTuyl and three sister in laws Florence VanTuyl, Gerry Wiehe and Kay Ohler

She was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister.

Visitation will be held 4:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M. Sunday, October 25, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth, Kansas.

Funeral service will be held 2:00 P.M. Monday, October 26, 2009 at Fairmount United Methodist Church.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Fairmount United Methodist Church.

Kenneth O. Halverson, 84, Lansing, passed away Monday, October 19, 2009.

Kenneth Oren Halverson was born October 13, 1925 in Lamberton, Minnesota, the son of Theodore and Bertha (Blank) Halverson. Kenneth left this world peacefully on October 19, 2009. He attended country school near Lamberton, prior to joining the Army in 1944. He served as a Paratrooper in Belgium, Germany, Japan, Okinawa, Korea, Camp Crowder, Camp Atterbury, Fort Bragg, Fort Sheridan, and finally as Mess Sergeant at Fort Leavenworth where he retired after 20 years of service in 1966. His decorations include AOM, ACM, EAME Campaign Ribbon, WWII Victory Medal, Occupational Medal, ARCOM (1st OLC), National Defense Service Medal (1st OLC), Good Conduct Medal (6th Award), Parachute Badge, Sharpshooter (Carbine), and Marksman (Rifle M-1 and 30 Cal Rifle). While stationed in Japan on his second tour he married Nana Satusko Sato. In his second career he worked at the Federal Penitentiary in Leavenworth as an Assistant Food Administrator. Upon retirement from civil service he worked as a security guard at Select Products for many years.

Kenneth enjoyed competitive bowling and dancing in his younger years. As he grew older, he enjoyed fishing, auctions, traveling, and his Dutch-belted cattle. Gifted with fixing things he especially enjoyed fixing old record players. At age 76 he did a tandem parachute jump with his grandson Ken. He enjoyed his family reunions in Minnesota, sitting with his brothers while they played music from their childhood on the accordion and guitar and his sisters danced. Most of all, he enjoyed being with his family and spending time on his farm.

He is survived by his wife and best friend ¿ Nana at the home and daughters ¿ June (Chris) Foley of Lansing and Kathy (Greg) Clark of Georgetown, Texas. Ken has four Grandchildren -Ken Foley of Boulder, Colorado; Jenni (Justin) Smith of Thornton, Colorado; Alex Clark and Kirstie Clark of Georgetown, Texas and a Great Grandson - Noah Smith of Thornton, Colorado. Ken is survived by his brother Lavern (Vernette) Halverson of Springfield, Minnesota; his sisters Arlene (Winn) Templeton of Two Harbors, Michigan; Marion (Jim) Jenson of Sanborn, Minnesota; and Lucille Burt of Arkansas; and his sisters-in-law Delores Halverson of Washington; Dee Halverson and Nettie Halverson, both of Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother¿s Gordon, Dale, Dwayne, and Lowell; and brothers-in-law Les Detlefsen and Wayne Burt.

Kenneth will be greatly missed by his family. Special thanks to Dr. Madsen and staff of Associates in Family Care and the Leavenworth Veteran¿s Hospital-Community Living Center (CLC) for their compassionate care in the last stage of his journey on earth.

Visitation will be held from 8:30 A.M. to 9:30 A.M. Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Graveside service with full Military Honors will be held at 10:00 A.M. Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Robert E. Green, K.C., Missouri, formerly of Leavenworth, 69, passed away Friday, October 16, 2009.

Robert was born July 25, 1940 in Leavenworth the son of Arthur Green and Dorothy (Green) Fleming.

On June 15, 1968 he married Brenda J. Sidney. She survives him.

Robert is also survived by one son Kenneth D. Green, two daughters Margo O. Watie and Tanisha L. Green, his mother Dorothy Fleming, four brothers James, Leonard, Arthur and Steven, one sister Barbara Douglas, and a host of Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, Nieces and Nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father Arthur Green and brother Ronald Green.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Friday, October 23, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Home Going Service will begin at 12:00 P.M. Friday, October 23 at the funeral chapel.

Burial will follow with full Military Honors at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Cleo June Rush, 86, Leavenworth, KS passed away Thursday, October 15, 2009 at the University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, KS.

Cleo was born June 20, 1923 in Lansing, KS the daughter of Charles Leo and Mahala (Smith) Seymour. In May of 1943 she married Elmer Louis Rush. He survives her at the home. She is also survived by two sons, Paul Rush of Merriam, KS and David Rush and wife Cecilia of Leavenworth, KS., four grandchildren and six great grandchildren, one brother Wayne Seymour and wife Joan, Springfield, MO, one sister Esther Stafford, Leavenworth, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Charles Seymour.

Cleo attended Leavenworth High School, graduated from St. Luke¿s School of Nursing, worked at Cushing Memorial Hospital and the Leavenworth V. A. Medical Center retiring in 1974.

She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Visitation will be held from 9 to 10:30 A.M. Saturday, October 17, 2009 at Davis Funeral Chapel, followed by funeral services at 10:30 A.M. Rev. Ed Mease will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church in care of the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Marvin Kenneth Nietzke, 82, Leavenworth, KS passed away Friday, October 16, 2009 at Homestead Assisted Living. He was born April 18, 1927 in Leavenworth, KS the son of Fredrick Carl and Elizabeth Ann (Kaeding) Nietzke. On May 26, 1950 he married Eileen Marie Theel at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Leavenworth. She preceded him in death on May 22, 2005.

He was also preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Fredrick August (Freddie) Nietzke.

He is survived by his sons, Paul K. Nietzke and wife Kathy and Mark S. Nietzke and wife Karen , and granddaughter, Katie Eileen Nietzke all of Basehor, KS.

He served in the United States Army during WW II from 1944-1946 in the Philippines. He worked at Fort Leavenworth, KS at warehouse #341 for 27 years retiring as a warehouse foreman. He was a longtime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. He sang in the church choir.

He enjoyed talking on the C.B. and motorcycle riding with his friends. Marvin was a classic tool man and enjoyed ¿upgrading¿ anything mechanical or technical. He was a dedicated grandfather and enjoyed fishing and spending time at the lake with his family.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 P.M . Monday, October 19, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held 2 P.M Tuesday, October20, 2009 at the funeral chapel. Burial will follow in Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Homestead Assisted Living.

Mary Lou Bacon Deffenbaugh, 83, passed away, Saturday, October 10, 2009 at her home. She was born on February 18, 1926 in Leavenworth, KS, the daughter of George H. and Genevieve R. Kennedy Bacon. She married Richard Deffenbaugh on April 17, 1948 in Leavenworth (Immaculate Conception). He preceded her in death on October 3, 1997. Mary Lou graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1944. Her graduating class meets once a month and Mary Lou was a faithful member of that group. She graduated from Kansas University in 1948 and was a faithful fan.

Mary Lou is descended from some of Leavenworth earliest pioneers. Mary Lou¿s parents founded and ran Bacon¿s Shoe Store in downtown Leavenworth for many years. With her father¿s death, she and Dick returned to Leavenworth and managed the business until they retired.

Mary Lou was a long time member of the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce. She was also a long time member of the Leavenworth Country Club and was granted a lifetime membership. At the country club she was an avid golfer and for many years managed golf tournaments for adults and teens both. She was also an involved member of the country club bridge club serving as president at one point. Mary Lou loved to needlepoint and knit and often provided items for auction at the Greenway Auction. She was a member of the Cushing Hospital Ladies Auxiliary.

Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at St. Joseph Church. Father David McEvoy, O. Carm., will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mount Calvary Cemetery. Memorials may be given to the St. Joseph Church. Funeral services entrusted to Davis Funeral Chapel.

LOUIS HENRY BROWN, SR., LEAVENWORTH PASSED AWAY SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2009.

LOUIS HENRY BROWN SR. WAS BORN IN LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS ON OCTOBER 22, 1924 TO CHESTER AND EDNA BROWN. HE WAS THE SECOND SON OF EIGHT CHILDREN:CHESTER BROWN, ELLIOTT BROWN, JUANITA BROWN, MATTIE MAE JEFFERSON, GEORGIA LEE TURNER, SHIRLEY LANGE OF SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA AND FLORENCE DIXON OF LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS.

HE RECIEVED HIS SCHOOLING IN LEAVENWORTH. HE WAS UNITED WITH THELMA JULIETTE OWENS IN 1954 AND TO THIS UNION FOUR CHILDREN WERE BORN. HE SERVED HIS COUNTRY GALLANTLY FOR SIX YEARS AS A BUFFALO SOLDIER DURING WORLD WAR11 WITH THE U.S. ARMY 10TH CALVARY. HE RECIEVED THE GOOD CONDUCT MEDAL, AMERICAN THEATRE RIBBON, WORLD WAR11 VICTORY RIBBON, KOREAN SERVICE MEDALW/3, BRONZE SERVICE STARS AND THE NATIONAL DEFENSE SERVICE MEDAL. HE WAS HONORABLE DISCHARGED. HE WAS A LONGTIME MEMBER OF THE ELKS LODGE POST #1692.

HE LEAVES TO CHERISH HIS MEMORIES: FLORENCE DIXON OF LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS, SHIRLEY LANGE OF SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, TWO SONS MARVIN BROWN OF LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS, LOUIS HENRY BROWN OF KANSAS CITY, JANSAS,TWO DAUGHTERS, ROCHELLE YVONNE FORTE OF NEW PORT NEWS, VIRGINIA, ZEZELL THERESA BROWN OF SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, AND SEVEN GRAND CHILDREN: DAVID BROWN, DAMIEN FORTE, DANIELLO J. LAROSA, DORTHEA D. BRIGGS, TASHA BROWN, DARIUS SHIPP, BRANDON WRIGHT AND A HOST OF OTHER RELATIVES AND FRIENDS NOT MENTIONED NOR FORGOTTON.

VISITATION WILL BE HELD FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 11:00 A.M. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2009 AT THE DAVIS FUNERAL CHAPEL.

FUNERAL SERVICE WILL BE HELD AT 11:00 A.M. FRIDAY, OCTOBER, 16, 2009 AT THE DAVIS FUNERAL CHAPEL.

BURIAL WILL FOLLOW AT THE LEAVENWORTH NATIONAL CEMETERY.


ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

OUR FAMILY IS VERY THANKFUL FOR ALL THAT YOU HAVE DONE DURING THIS TIME OF SADNESS. FOR ALL THE CARDS, FLOWERS, LETTERS AND TELEPHONE CALLS AND MOST OF ALL YOUR PRAYERS. WE ARE TRULY GRATEFUL. ANY ACTS OF KINDNESS AND EXPRESIONS OF LOVE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTON.

Etta L. Breiner, 86, Leavenworth passed away Monday, October 12, 2009. Etta was born January 8, 1923 in Leavenworth the daughter of Carl T. and Hanna (Vossmer) Conrad.

She married Richard J. Breiner. He preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by four brothers Sherman, William, Ted and John Conrad.

She is survived by four nieces Alice, Dorothy, Letty, Becky and two nephews Ted and David.

She was a lifetime member of V.F.W. Post 56.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Thursday, October 15, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Friday, October 16, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Burial will follow at Fort Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to V.F.W. Post 56.

Charles Robert (Bob) Krueger, 88 passed away October 8, 2009 at the County Care Nursing facility. He was born November 18, 1920 in Leavenworth, Kansas. He was the son of Frederick M. and Luella Krueger (Skaggs).

He married Bessie Lucille Rodenburg on January 13, 1942. Bob worked as a mechanic, as an ambulance driver, and deputy sheriff and police officer in Leavenworth County. He retired at the age of 80 from Super 8 Motel.

His parents, a brother and sister, a son and daughter and a grandson preceded him in death. Bob is survived by his wife Bessie of the home, two daughters Judy Byrd (Jerry) and Linda K. Krueger. As well as two granddaughters Sherry Tague (Larry), Michele Jones (Mike), six great-grandchildren Haleigh, Brittany, Jessica, Dylan, Lindsey, Heather, and Randy, and four great-great-grandchildren Taylorann, David, Meagen, and Nathan. Also his beloved pets Rerun, Billy-Bob, and Libby. Bob loved all animals.

The visitation will be held on Sunday, October 11, 2009 from 5-7pm at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be on Monday, October 12, 2009 at 2pm, at the Davis Funeral Chapel, the Rev. Blaine Fry will officiate. The family request in lieu of flowers all donations are to be given to Odyssey Health Care, Kansas City and Country Care Nursing Facility of Easton, Kansas.

Eleanor C. Jackson, Leavenworth, passed away Monday, October 5, 2009. Eleanor was born December 15, 1924 in Leavenworth the daughter of William and Ella (Busey) Coleman.

On September 22, 1944 she married William H. Jackson at Topeka, Kansas. He preceded her in death May 31, 1967.

Eleanor is survived by one daughter Vincenta Simmons, four sons Edward (Kris), Eugene (Carol), Anthony (Kathy) and David (Sheila) Jackson, 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter. She was preceded in death by one brother Fr. Edward Prosper Meyer, OSB and one sister Katherine Williams.

She was an L.P.N. at St. John Hospital and retired after 34 years. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Church, she was active in genealogy and the Richard Allen Cultural Center.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 9, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Church. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 A.M. Friday, October 9, 2009 at the church. Fr. David McEvoy, O.Carm will officiate. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the family in care of Davis Funeral Chapel.

Sharon “Sue” Perry, Leavenworth, 69, passed away Thursday, September 24, 2009 at Providence Medical Center, surrounded by her family.

She was born May 7, 1940 in Atchison, the daughter of Elbert B. and Mary Elizabeth (Simpson) Tandy. She married Joe Perry on May 26, 1973, in Lansing, KS. She enjoyed cooking, playing cards, playing dominoes, spending time with her family, and working. She was employed by the U.S. Government at Ft. Leavenworth, KS as a Security Specialist. Sue retired in November 2007 with 35 years of service.

Survivors include her husband, Joe Perry, of the home, two daughters Tonja Russell of Topeka, Tricia Gallagher and husband Scott of Tonganoxie, one sister Barbara McCoy and husband JC, six grandchildren Joseph, Amanda, Ashli, Patrick, Bret and Preston and one great granddaughter Ryleigh.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Kenneth Tandy.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St. Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 30, 2009 at the funeral chapel.

Burial will follow at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Lung Association.

William Joseph .Joe. Huffman, 50, of Leavenworth, passed away on Thursday, September 24, 2009 at Cushing Hospital. Joe was born February 9, 1959 in Schwaebish-Gmuend, West Germany. He was the son of LTC (Ret.) Clyde & Sarah F. Huffman, Leavenworth. He and Carey A Dix were married January 30, 1982 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Leavenworth.

Joe is survived by his wife and their daughter, Nina Renee Huffman of Olathe. He is also survived by his parents, his sister, Mary E. (& Jim) Woodward, Topeka, brother-in-law and sister-in-law Ralph & Toni Dix, Jr., two nieces . Jennifer Woodward, Denver, Colorado, and Dondi Dix (& Jerry Roue), Overland Park, one nephew . Andrew Woodward, Topeka, and one great-nephew . Mason Roue.

Joe was beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle and friend. He graduated from Pleasant Ridge High School in 1977 and enjoyed a long career in business and retail management, including working for Jim Walter Papers in Kansas City, MO. He then became part-owner and manager of Dondi.s Ice Cream Parlor in Leavenworth. He followed that experience working several years for Dix Office Supply before becoming the owner/operator of Dix Furniture, which he was managing at the time of his death.

Joe.s favorite hobbies centered on the many cars and trucks he owned over the years. He enjoyed bird hunting and loved spending time in the great outdoors. He enjoyed being with family as well as socializing with his many friends and acquaintances. Joe will be remembered for his happy laughter, his willingness to always help out, his love of good stories and the many big-hearted kindness he extended to family and friends alike.

Visitation with the family will be from 6-8 p.m. on Sunday, September 27, 2009 and the funeral service will begin at 10 a.m. on Monday, September 28, 2009. Both will take place at Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth. Burial will follow at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Lansing, KS. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

Shirley A. (Marshall) Denney, 73, Leavenworth, passed away Wednesday, September 9,2009.

Shirley was born April 12, 1936 the daughter of Lindzy D. and Helen(Stewart) Chester.

She is survived by her sons Darren W. Marshall(Catherine), Ricky , Bruce, Larry and Kevin, one brother William .Bud. Chester, two sisters Margaret Rutan and Olive Behanna and her grandson Zachary Neill.

She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers Stewart, Lloyd and James Chester and one sister Ruth Chester.

She retired from the Dwight D Eisenhower VA Med Center in 1998. She was an avid quilter and loved to sing. Shirley was a friend to everyone.

Visitation will be held Thursday, September 17, 2009 from 6:00 P.M to 7:00P.M. at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

A memorial service will be held Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 7:00 P.M at the funeral chapel.

Memorial contributions may be given to the Leavenworth Red Cross.

JoAnne Wahaus Kennard, 53, passed away on Friday, September 4, 2009 at K.U. Medical Center after a long battle with meningioma.

JoAnne was born in Leavenworth to Alvin Wahaus and Martha Highfill. She is survived by her sons, Zaccary Kyle Kennard (Jessica), Joseph BurtonKennard and granddaughter, Zoey Elizabeth Lee Kennard.

She also leaves behind her mother, Martha Parrett; brothers and sisters, Keith Wahaus, Oskaloosa, KS, Kevin Wahaus (Tammie), Leavenworth, KS, Karen Gerardy (Scott), St. Charles, MO and Jane Holland (Rob), Leavenworth, KS. as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Throughtout her life, JoAnne had a tremendous spirit and love for her family. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Visitation will be held at 9:00 A.M. Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 7th and Miami, Leavenworth, KS. The funeral service will follow at 11:00 A.M. Wednesday at the church. Burial will be in the Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery, Leavenworth.

Memorial contributions may be given to Bethany Lutheran Church, Overland Park, KS. or St. Paul Lutheran Church, Leavenworth, KS.

Funeral arrangements conducted by the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Jane R. Holland, of Leavenworth, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 6, 2009 after a long battle with cancer.

Jan was born on August 31, 1952 in Leavenworth, KS to Alvin and Martha Wahaus. She was the third of five children. She attended St. Paul Lutheran School, Leavenworth High School, and graduated from Olathe High School in 1970. She met her future husband, Robert W. Holland, at Leavenworth High School, and they married on July 21, 1972.

After high school, Jan began a career spanning over 30 years as a frame technician for Southwestern Bell. She also helped to build, along with her husband, Holland Feed Co., for 28 years. After retiring from Southwestern Bell in 2003, she continued to actively pursue her true interests: traveling with her daughters, shopping, sewing, and lunch with the girls.

Jan is survived by her husband of 36 years, Robert W. Holland, their three children Erin, Amanda (Mike), and Hilary, and one granddaughter, Olivia Jane, as well as her mother, Martha Wahaus Parrett, three siblings, Keith, Karen, and Kevin and many nieces and nephews. She will be deeply missed by her friends and family, who will always remember her as a generous, loving, energetic and determined woman. She is preceded in death by father, Alvin Wahaus, and sister, JoAnne Wahaus Kennard.

Services for Jan will take place at St. Paul Lutheran Church. Visitation will be held on September 10, 2009 from 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.. A celebration of her life will be held on September 11, 2009 at 11 a.m. Place of Interment is Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Paul Lutheran School, The Alliance Against Family Violence, or Angel Flight would be appreciated.

Margaret G. Gooch, 67, Leavenworth, passed away Sunday, August 30, 2009. Margaret was born July 15, 1942 in Leavenworth the daughter of Willard and Sophie (Logan) Emery.

Margaret is survived by two daughters Gloria Wilson (William) and Kellie Davis (Ken) both of Topeka, one son DWayne Gooch (Tonya), one step daughter Angelica Diaz, three brothers Elmer, Alfred and Harry Emery, two sisters Nellie Brown and Ella Humphrey, 15 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son James Gooch, Jr., her parents, two brothers and one sister.

Visitation will be held from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 4, 2009 at St. James C.M.E.

Homegoing Service will begin at 11:00 A.M. Friday, September 4, 2009 at the church.

Burial will follow at Sunset Memory Gardens.

Sally J. Ireland, 68, Winchester, Kansas passed away Saturday, August 29, 2009 in Winchester.

She is survived by her sister Ruie A. Gibson (Dick) of Leavenworth.

A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.

James “Tom” Reynolds, 57, passed away Thursday, August 27, 2009 at Cushing Memorial Hospital, Leavenworth. He was born March 12, 1952 the son of Robert E. and Evelyn J. (Robinson) Reynolds.

Tom worked for the 7up Bottle Company from 1971 to 1991. He enjoyed working on antique cars until he became ill and has tinkered on lawn mowers for years.

Tom was a wonderful grandfather and spent most days with his two granddaughters. He was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle and friend.

He is survived by his wife Diana L. Reynolds of the home. his daughter Kelly L. Meyer (Jamie), Leavenworth; 2 granddaughters; Macei E. and Sadey L. Meyer, 3 brothers; David D. Owens (Donna), Easton, KS, Robert E. Owens, Leavenworth and William M. Owens (Pat), Excelsior Springs, Mo., two sisters; Ruthann Bucher (Jack), Reedsville, Wisconsin, Susan Roche (Paul), Leavenworth and several nieces and nephews.

Tom is preceded in death by his parents and nephews Clinton Owens and Donald Bucher.

Visitation will be Sunday, August 30, 2009 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 31, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at Davis Funeral Chapel. The Reverend James Kibat will be officiating. Memorials may be given to the family in care of Davis Funeral Chapel.

Betty Ann (Szopski) Overfield, 78, died Thursday, June 18, 2009, peacefully at her home while surrounded by her loved ones.

Betty was born July 11, 1930, in Chicago, Ill., the daughter of Joseph and Anne Rose Szopski. Betty grew up in Chicago and recounted numerous stories of the good times she had living in the big city.

After high school, Betty enrolled at St. Mary’s College. It was in Leavenworth that she met and fell in love with her husband of 49 years, Charles “Gene” Overfield. Gene and Betty were married on September 15, 1951, and lived happily in Leavenworth, where they raised their three children, Gena (Steve) Rieck of Leavenworth, Gary (Karen) Overfield of Boca Raton, Fla., and Greg (Cindy) Overfield of Lansing.

Betty loved being a homemaker, mother and grandmother. She worked at Hallmark Cards, Munson Army Hospital and eventually retired from her job in the Academic Records office at Bell Hall on Fort Leavenworth in 1987.

Betty will be remembered for her loving and generous spirit. She was a great cook and her home was the gathering place for every holiday. Her grandchildren called her the “Energizer Bunny,” because she never quit working or giving to others. The welcome mat was always out. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Gene, in 2001 and a grandson, Adam Charles Rieck, in 1981.

In addition to her three children and their spouses, Betty is survived by her beloved grandchildren, Scott (Hilary) Rieck, Kelly (Amy) Tieck, Jennifer Tieck (Jeff Harris), Ashley Rieck, Dustin Gardner and Megan Gardner (Antonio Clark); her great-grandchildren, Elanor and Storm Rieck, Christa and Maddy Rieck, Tyler Harris and Aliya and A.J. Clark; her brother, Richard (Barbara) Szopski of Texas; and her special Chicago and Kentucky family.

Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m., Sunday, June 21, 2009, at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 22, 2009, at Saint Joseph Church. Burial will follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be sent to Saint Joseph Church, Leavenworth Catholic Schools or the new dog park for the city of Leavenworth.

Retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Joseph Orlowski Jr., 80, passed away Saturday, Aug. 22, 2009, at his home in Leavenworth.

Mr. Orlowski was born Dec. 22, 1928, in Buffalo, N.Y., to Joseph and Pearl (Wargula) Orlowski.

Lt. Col. Orlowski retired from the United States Army after 27 years of service. He enlisted in the regular Army, served in the 7th Infantry Division during the Korean War and was commissioned as an infantry officer after attending Officers Candidate School, Fort Benning, Ga.

Assignments included the 8th Infantry Division U.S. Army Europe; 1st Infantry Division Fort Riley, Kan.; the Infantry School; the Ranger Department Infantry School; the 197th Infantry Brigade, Fort Benning, Ga.; the Infantry School, Fort Benning, Ga.; Military Advisory Command Vietnam and 1st Signal Brigade during the Vietnam War; the Command and General Staff College, Fort Leavenworth; commander of 4th Battalion, 46th Infantry (Professionals); 1st Armored Division III Corps, Fort Hood, Texas; and 193rd Infantry Brigade U.S. Army Southern Command Panama.

Qualifications included Army Ranger, Parachutist and Airborne Jumpmaster. Decorations included Good Conduct Medal, the Army Commendation Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, the Combat Infantry Badge with second award, the Bronze Star Medal with second Oak Leaf Cluster, the Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Leaf Cluster and Service and Campaign Ribbons for Japan occupation, Korea, Vietnam and Europe Cold War.

After retirement, he was a hotel manager for Executive Manor, Inc. and managed the Leavenworth Ramada Inn. He was alumni of the University of Nebraska at Omaha, a member of the Association of the United States Army and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2429, Cheektowaga, N.Y., and Aerie 55 Fraternal Order of Eagles.

He is survived by his wonderful wife of 54 years, Madeline (Engel); and beloved family members, including a stepdaughter, Sharon R. (Helton) Winkler; a grandson, Brett Winkler and wife Lisa; a great-granddaughter, Shyann Winkler; his sister Agnes LeBrarron of Cheektowaga, NY and beloved family cousins, nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Margaret Mathewson and his stepson, Larry M. Helton, a Vietnam veteran.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, 2009, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. The funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2009, at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Burial with full military honors will be at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Red Cross or Disabled American Veterans.

Andy Sherman Crouse, also known as Skeet by his family and friends, 74, Lansing, KS passed away Thursday, August 20, 2009.

Andy was born August 6, 1935 in Leavenworth the son of Sherman H. and Bonnie L. (Smoot) Crouse. On June 5, 1955 in Tonganoxie, KS he married Mildred E. Carbaugh.

He is survived by his wife Mildred of the home, his children, Linda Smith, Terri Byrns, Andy, Jr., Steven Crouse, all of Lansing, KS and Greg Crouse of Emporia, KS, seven grandchildren, one great grandchild, his brother, David S. Crouse and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by grandparents, Harry and Jessie Smoot and his parents, Sherman and Bonnie Crouse.

Visitation will be held from 6:30 to 8 P.M Monday, August 24, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel, 531 Shawnee St., Leavenworth, KS. Funeral service will be held 11 A.M Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at the funeral chapel.

Burial will be at a later date in the Leavenworth National Cemetery, 4101 S. 4th St, Leavenworth, KS.

Memorial contributions may be given to the American Lung Association.

OBITUARY OF DR. RALPH MARION ATCHISON (1921-2009)

Dr. Ralph M. Atchison, 88, died Saturday, August 22, 2009 in Leavenworth. A longtime dentist and entrepreneur, he served as mayor of Leavenworth during terms as a City Commissioner in the 1960s and 1970s, and was an instrumental figure in transitioning Leavenworth to a City Manager form of government.

A native of Leavenworth, he was born August 15, 1921, youngest son of William and Hattie (nee Helman) Atchison. After graduating from Leavenworth High School in 1939, he attended Kansas State College (now University) before earning his DDS at Missouri Western Dental School (now University of Missouri-Kansas City) in 1944. In 1943 he married Lucille Luevane of Ft. Leavenworth, who survives him. He is survived by four sons, Christopher Atchison, Leavenworth, Timothy Atchison, Platte City, Mo., Sean Atchison, Ft. Collins, Colo., and Dr. Liam Atchison, Overland Park, Kan. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother, William Atchison, Baltimore, Md., and Jeannette Moore, Leavenworth.

He served in the Army reserves during World War II, and was called to active service in 1951. Recipient of the Bronze Star medal, Atchison commanded the medical company of the 279th Infantry Regiment near the front lines during the Korean War, and was honorably discharged in 1953 after being wounded during an enemy mortar attack. He resumed his dental practice, originally started in 1944, when he returned from Korea. In 2001 he received a Korean War Service citation from the Republic of Korea in recognition of his service during the war.

During his sixty-year dental practice he was also involved in a number of business ventures and maintained professional interests. He served in a number of roles at the state and national level in dentistry. Among those roles he was President of the Kansas State Dental Association, and was Chair of the American Dental Association's Council on International

Relations, an office which required him to travel extensively overseas. He was a member of the Pierre Fouchard Society, an international fellowship of dentists. Locally, he served on the Board of Directors of Mutual Savings Association. He started several small businesses in the region and was involved in property development. He was a founder of and partner in Heartland Dental Group, which began in 1985.

Atchison was actively involved in civic affairs. In 1969 he ran with four other reforming leaders on the "Citizen's Slate," pledged to improve the efficiency of city government. Four of the five, including Atchison, were elected comprising the Commission that was charged with the historic responsibility of hiring Leavenworth's first City Manager. In 1971, Atchison succeeded pharmacist Ray H. Miller as mayor. Two years later Atchison was followed by fellow Slate candidate and educator Benjamin H. Day in that office. For his service to the Leavenworth community he received the Community Leadership Award from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1971. In 1976-77 he was chairman of the Leavenworth Council for St. Mary College.

Atchison retired from dentistry in 2004. He was a member of First Christian Church, Leavenworth. He was a Life Member of the American Dental Association. Other memberships included Phi Delta Theta fraternity from his years at K-State, Psi Omega, and the Kansas State University and University of Missouri-Kansas City alumni associations. For much of his life he was an active tennis player and enjoyed his participation in the Rabe Tennis Club.

A loving husband, father, and grandfather, he was sought out for his wisdom and imitated for his strong faith in Christ. His family will miss him greatly.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at the First Christian Church, 6th and Seneca St.. Leavenworth, Kansas. Funeral service will be held 10:00 A.M. August 26, 2009 at the First Christian Church .

Burial will be held in the Mount Muncie Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be directed to Emmanuel House Seminary, which has established a Dr. Ralph M. Atchison Christian Leadership Fund.

Master Sergeant (Ret’d) Albert F. Clampert passed away, Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at the Bonner Springs Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Bonner Springs, KS. He was born November 14, 1927 in Brooklyn, New York to William and Julia Clampert.

MSG(R) Clampert entered military service first with the U.S. Merchant Marine and thereafter in the U.S. Army for 22 years retiring in 1966. He served four years in Germany, a year in Carlisle Barracks Pennsylvania, Hokkaido Japan, a tour in Korea during that war and three separate tours at Fort Leavenworth, KS. MSG(R) Clampert is the recipient of the Combat Infantry Badge, Bronze Star Medal, Army Commendation Medal, presidential Unit Emblem, European-African-Middle Eastern WW II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation with German Clasp, Metter V Device, National Defense Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, United Nation Service Medal, Campaign Medal and Honorable Service Lapel WWII.

In 1951 MSGR(R) Clampert married his wife Yvonne at St. Ignatius Church, Fort Leavenworth, KS. From that union three children born, son, Mark Clampert (deceased); daughters, Renee Clampert (Hestand) and Denise (Donald) Portice. Other survivors include five grandchildren, Ian, Chelsea and Nicole Clampert, Sarah Hestand and Robert Portice, one brother Frank of Arizona and a sister-in-law Sandy Daigneaux.

He was preceded in death by his son Mark, two brothers and five sisters.

On January 20, 1961 Master Sergeant (Ret’d) Clampert was selected to serve as a member of the Military Honor Cardon for the official Inaugural Ceremony of President John F. Kennedy representing the Fifth United States Army.

In 1966, following his military career, he worked for TWA as a Security Officer. He retired from TWA in 1990.
He volunteered for Cushing Memorial Hospital for 17 years, The Dwight D. Eisenhower Medical Center and was an avid bowler.

He was a member of Immaculate Conception-St. Joseph Church, Elks No.661, Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion, TWA Union International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Sunday, August 23, 2009 with the Rosary being recited at 5:30 P.M. at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 A.M. Monday, August 24, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Church, 5th and Kiowa. Fr. David McEvoy, O. Carm will officiate. Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery with full Military Honors.

Memorial contributions may be given to Immaculate Conception-St. Joseph Church or to the American Heart Association.

Angela (Ann) Madenjian, 84, passed away Sunday, August 16, 2009 in Leavenworth, KS. She was born the daughter of Oscar and Rose (Nordigian) Sahagian on February 6, 1925 in Boston, Mass. She was married to Joseph Charles Madenjian on June 3, 1951 at the Holy Trinity Church, Marlboro, Mass.

She graduated from High School in Marlboro, Mass. and worked as a secretary in Massachusetts. She also worked as a secretary at the University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth, KS. After retiring she did volunteer work at the American Red Cross.

Angela was a 50 year dual member of the order of the Eastern Star Mizpah Chapter #29, Marlboro, Mass. and Byington Chapter #177, Leavenworth, KS. She was a member of St. Pauls Church ECW. She loved gardening, crocheting, doing crossword puzzles and spending time with her grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother Sarkis, and infant sister, her father-in-law and mother-in-law Kersam and Agnes Madenjian, and brother-in-law William Maculevich.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph, of 58 years, five sons, twins, Dr. Charles P. Madenjian, Ann Arbor, Mich. and James J. Madenjian, Glendale,CA, David J. (Kathryn) Madenjian, Maple Grove, Minn., Dr. Robert S. (Kelly) Madenjian, Brooklyn, Conn., Edward O. (Lisa) Madenjian, Lake Jackson, TX; nine grandchildren, Matthew, Briana, Joseph, Daniel, Johanna, Samantha, Alexa, Steven and Thomas; a sister, Peggy Maculevich, Princeton, Mass; a brother John (Patricia) Sahagian, Marlboro, Mass; sisters-in-law Isabel and Mary Madenjian, Greensboro, NC, and many nieces and nephews.

She was a loving, kind and caring mother, adored by her children and grandchildren. She will be missed by all including her neighbors, community and church that were her extended family.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Thursday, August 20, 2009 at St. Pauls Episcopal Church during which an Eastern Star service will be held. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, August 21, 2009 at St. Pauls Episcopal Church. Burial will be at the Leavenworth National Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Pauls Episcopal Church. Davis Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

Eleanor Kathryn Moser Tate, 96 and formerly of Prairie Village and later Leavenworth, died August 16, 2009 in Overland Park.

She retired from the Military Review at Fort Leavenworth where she worked for the colonel.

She was born in Chillicothe, Missouri, to Charles Tilghman Moser and Mary Jane "Mayme" Hinton Moser, and married William Buel Tate, who preceded her in death in 1980, as did her only child, Mary Elsie Tate Hastings, M.D. in 1983, and her only sibling, Charles Hinton Moser.

She is survived by her grandsons, Matthew Moser Hastings, M.D., and David Tate Hastings, her son-in-law, John Powell Hastings, her step daughter-in-law, Melanie Hastings, her step grandchildren, William Woodson Hastings and Emily Ann Hastings, and her nieces Jane Drum and Glenn Rogers.

Funeral Service will be at the First Baptist Church, 13th and Osage, Leavenworth at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, August 19, 2009.

Memorials to the church.

Davis Funeral Chapel is handling the arrangements.

Marilyn Elizabeth Kensbock, 70, passed away Friday, August 14 at Kindred Hospital, Kansas City, MO.

She was born Feb. 12, 1939 at Fort Leavenworth, KS. daughter of Army Sgt retired August and Augusta Schmitz Anthony. On June 30, 1956 she married William J. Kensbock at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Bill preceded her in death June 17, 1998.

Bill and Marilyn lived in Germany 1957-59 while Bill served in the Army. Upon Bill's discharge, they made their home in Leavenworth and had lived there since 1960.

Marilyn was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church, The Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary, VFW Ladies Auxiliary and The American Legion Auxiliary. She retired from JC Penney's. She loved flowers and animals.

She is survived by her sister Charmaine C. Olson of Topeka, 2 nephews and their wives; Jack and Mary Wenzel Woods, Lansing and Morris and Cathy Wenzel Woods of Omaha, NE and many great nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 pm Tuesday August 18, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00am Wednesday August 19, 2009 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Memorials may be given to American Lung Association or St. Joseph's Catholic Church.

Michelle E. Bradley, 41, Leavenworth passed away Sunday, August 16, 2009 at home.

Michelle was born January 16, 1968 in Lexington, Missouri the daughter of Schuyler “Sky” and the late Patricia (Burke) Harvey.

She is survived by her father Sky, two sons Joshua S. and Zachery S. Bradley, one brother John S. Harvey, one sister Amy D. Green, Aunts, Uncles and Nephews.

She was preceded in death by her mother Patricia.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, August 19, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, August 20, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be given to the family in care of Davis Funeral Chapel.

Walter G. DeFrees, 79, Leavenworth, KS passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2009.

Walt was born December 29, 1929 in Atchison the son of Eitson and Edna DeFrees.

He moved to Leavenworth at the age of 10 and attended Leavenworth schools and graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1947. He worked for Kaaz Construction Company for 42 years, and was in the U.S. Army Reserves. He was a life-long member of First Christian Church in Leavenworth, where he served as a Deacon. Walt spent many years with the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 69, as Scout Master, leading many boys to manhood. He and his son Dale, enjoyed numerous camping trips, and excursions to Philmont New Mexico.

On June 6, 1953 he married Virginia L. Williamson. Walt experienced no greater joy than being with his wife traveling in their RV after retirement. She survives him.

He is also survived by his son Dale R. DeFrees (Carol) of Chugiak, Alaska, and daughter Carol Yunghans (Bill) of Liberty, Missouri. Walt has four grandchildren who are his pride and joy; Granddaughter Shannon, Seattle, grandson Glenn, U.S. Navy, and granddaughters Sara and Kelcy of Liberty. Walt also leaves two sisters Lois Koenig, Lake Charles, Louisiana, and Ruth Prell, Marietta, NY. He is preceeded in death by his parents, and a twin brother, who died in infancy.

Walt enjoyed family and friends, and loved building and flying radio controlled airplanes, and working at the C.W. Parker Carousel Museum. Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. Friday, August 14, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, August 15, 2009 at First Christian Church, Sixth & Seneca Sts., Leavenworth. The Rev. Lynn Dickson will officiate.

Burial will be at Sunset Memory Gardens Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to C.W. Parker Carousel Museum and the First Christian Church.

Helen Marie Lowe, 88, Lansing, KS passed away Wednesday, August 12, 2009 at Golden Living Center.

She was born July 23, 1921 in Easton, KS the daughter of Daniel Boone and Elizabeth Lizzie (Kelly) Hall.

On April 4, 1939 in Platte City, MO she married Clifton Leo Lowe, he preceded her in death in December 2005. She was also preceded in death by her brothers, Ray, Earl, Robert, Edward and Ike, her sisters, Viola, Erma, Anna, and Thelma, granddaughter, Tracy and great grandson, Kyle. She was a member of the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, she was a homemaker and loved to care for children, to always be there for her family, family life was her life.

She is survived by son, Clifton L. Lowe, Jr., daughters, Linda S. Winkler and husband James Winkler, Sr., Ann E. Skaggs and husband James Skaggs, seven grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren, five great -great grandchildren, five step grandchildren, sixteen step great grandchildren, two step great-great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held from 6 to 8 P.M Thursday, August 13, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Graveside service will be held 10 A.M Friday, August 14, 2009 in the Fall Creek Cemetery, Jarbalo, KS.

Bishop Smith and Brother Lyon of the Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints will officiate.

Geraldine B. Reeves, 95, passed away Saturday, August 1, 2009 at her home in Michigan.

She was born March 18, 1914 in Leavenworth and was raised in Leavenworth.

She married James J. Reeves on February 8, 1941. They lived in Japan for five years during his occupation. She has traveled most of the world going around it twice. She was a member of the Daughters of the Revolution.

She is preceded in death by her husband James and her son Richard. She is survived by her son Kenneth Reeves.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2009 at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Muncie Cemetery, Lansing, KS. Arrangements entrusted by Davis Funeral Chapel.

Norman Clyde Nolop was called home to his loving Father on Tuesday, August 4, 2009. He was born January 12, 1929 in Jackson County, Wisconsin to Clyde and Marie (Schlimme) Nolop. He moved tom Leavenworth, Kansas at the age of 8. He was a graduate of St. Paul Lutheran grade school class of 1942, and Leavenworth High School class of 1946. He attended the University of Kansas in Lawrence. He served in the United States Navy, and attended banking school in Wisconsin in the 1960’s. He was employed for more than forty years at the Leavenworth National Bank & Trust Company.

He was an active and loyal supporter of St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, serving in many positions over the years. His most recent contribution was over 400 crosses that he made using wood from an old pew
from the church for the school’s upcoming 150th anniversary. He was well-known for his “love crosses” that he created and passed out to anyone who was in need of them.

He was married to Margarette Orlowski on January 15, 1950 at St. Paul Lutheran Church. His life was blessed with four daughters: Nancy (Max) Nuss, Kay (Roger) Lehr, Cindy (Duane) Meyer, and Peggy (Thad) Wilson. He
rejoiced in the lives of his grandchildren: Matthew Meyer, Sandy Nuss, Beth (Matt) Simpson, and Logan Wilson. He was “Opa” to his great-granddaughter Shanna Meyer.

He is survived by his children and grandchildren, and his brother, Robert (Margaret) Nolop and many nieces, nephews, cousins and godchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Elsie (Bill) Autry, and
his wife Margarette.

We know that he is celebrating his life with his Loving Father in heaven, and has already gone fishing, bowling, and golfing with Jesus.

The family will receive friends from 6- 8 p.m., Thursday, August 6, 2009 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 7th & Osage Streets in Leavenworth.

A celebration of Norm’s life will be held at 10:30 a.m., Friday, August 7, 2009 at the church. A private inurnment will be held with the family at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Norm believed in the firm foundation of a family and faith. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be designated to St. Paul Lutheran School.

Lisa C. Falen passed away suddenly in her home in Leavenworth Kansas on July 31, 2009. It was her 54th birthday.

Lisa spent nearly 20 years in different branches of the armed services, serving honorably in the US Army, the US Navy & Army Reserves, and in the National Guard. During her time in the military, she served in South Korea, Bosnia, and Kosovo and ended her military career in the full time employ in the National Guard, in the Kansas City recruiting center. She was a medical specialist and earned a distinguished service medal.

Lisa was born July 31, 1955 in Hutchinson, Kansas to James and Mary Louise Falen and grew up in Hinsdale, Illinois. She was a proud and active alumna of Nazareth Academy in LaGrange Park, IL, and attended Parkland College in Champaign, IL and Columbia College, Columbia Missouri prior to entering the military. She took her basic training at Fort Jackson in South Carolina and completed her Army medical training as a medical
specialist at Ft. Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas.

Lisa was always motivated to help people and she worked as a physical therapy assistant in Wichita, Kansas at HCA Wesley Hospital for several years in the 90’s. She later moved to Arkansas and then to Kansas
City before settling in Leavenworth, Kansas.

She was preceded in death by her father James C. Falen and her mother Mary Louise Falen-Olsen, and is survived by four siblings; James Falen (Janese) of Bolingbrook Illinois, Maryl Wesolowski (David) Glen Ellyn
Illinois, Julie Falen, Los Angeles, California, Greg Falen (Michele) of Overland Park, Kansas and was Aunt to Jason and Brendan Falen and Joshua& Katherine Wesolowski.

A Rosary & Memorial service will be held Wednesday August 5, 2009 at Davis Funeral Chapel, Leavenworth from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. A funeral mass will be held Thursday August 6, 2009 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in
Hutchinson, KS at 1 pm. Burial at Penwell-Gable Cemetery -Hutchinson, immediately following..

The family suggests In lieu of flowers a memorial contribution in her name can be made to Disabled American Veterans, or Animal Haven Kansas City.

Marjorie Jessie (Clark) Hamilton, 90, of Leavenworth KS, passed away peacefully Saturday August 1, 2009 at Twin Oaks Assisted Living.

She was born in Leavenworth, Kansas on April 5, 1919, the daughter of William and Jessie (Biggam) Clark and spent all of her life in Leavenworth where she was very happy. She graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1937. She married Glenn Orville Hamilton of Kansas City, MO, on September 20, 1941. She taught knitting classes in her early married days, later working at BI Insurance until they closed and then at The Klotz Agency until her retirement. She was one of the founding members of the Leavenworth American Business Womens Association and was active with Saint Pauls Parents Association when her boys were in school there. She was a member of Saint Paul Lutheran Church in Leavenworth and later Saint John Lutheran Church in Farley, Missouri. One of her greatest joys was spending time with family, friends and especially watching her great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her brother, William T.R. Clark; her parents; her beloved husband , Glenn Orville Hamilton; her son, Glenn Orville Hamilton II; and her sister, Ida Marie (Clark) Scofield.

She is survived by her son, Clark Victor Hamilton of Farley, MO; his wife, Elizabeth Retta Hamilton;her grandchildren, Heather Le Sloan of Lynnwood, WA; Ashly Lynn Miller of Kansas City, MO; Brandon Clark Hamilton of Weston, MO; Tara Elizabeth Klein of Gladstone, MO; her niece, Sondra Lyn Scofield of Torrance, CA; and 8 greatgrandchildren. The family would like especially to thank her devoted caregivers at Twin Oaks Assisted Living.

MSG (Ret) James Martin died on July 26, 2009. He was 76 years old.

He was preceded in death by his mother, sister, and brother.

He was married to Helen L. Tolliver on September 1, 1958. To this union came 5 children James B, Mauricette, Lovella, Shawn and Clifford. He leaves behind five grandchildren, a sister Shirlee Moore of Vallejo, CA, sister-in-law Dorothy Sanderfur and brother-in-law Charles Tolliver, Evansville, Ind.

James was in the army for 20 years where he served as a system analyst. James spent 2 tours in Europe and 3 tours in Vietnam serving his country as a translator; interpreter and he taught computer programming to the Vietnam solders.

In his early military career he joined a French National track team (ESPEC). In 1960-61 he was one of the French Champions in Track & Field.

A memorial service will be held at University of St. Mary, in the Annunciation Chapel at 1pm on Thursday July 30, 2009. James will be buried Monday, September 28th, 2009 at 1:00pm at Arlington Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

Emogene Worrell, 90, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2009 at Medicalodge of Holton.

Emogene was born March 3, 1919 in McLouth, KS the daughter of David and Viola (Bannon) Powell.

In 1937 she married Samuel H. Worrell. He preceded her in death in 1997.

She is survived by two sons, Everett S. Worrell of Mayetta, KS, James D. Worrell of Topeka, KS, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, three brothers and two sisters.

She was a longtime devoted member of First Christian Church. She was the cafeteria manager for Leavenworth Public Schools. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and traveling.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Wednesday, July 22, 2009 at the Davis Funeral Chapel.

Funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, July 23, 2009 at the funeral chapel. Burial to be held at Sunset Memory Gardens. Chaplain Jack Divine will officiate. Memorial contributions may be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Marjory Adelaid Huvendick, Lansing, KS, passed away in peace July 16, 2009. Marjory was born November 7, 1918 on a ranch in Coffee County Kansas. She was the daughter of Hal and Ida McFadden.

After graduating from Waverly, KS she attended Baker University and was a member of Alpha Chi Omega. After one year at Baker Marjory went to teach in a one room school in Coffee County. During the summer she attended Emporia State Teaching College and High Point College to continue her education. She then moved to Shawnee, KS where she taught at Westwood Elementary. It is here where Marjory met the love of her life, George. They were united in marriage on September 3, 1944.

Following their marriage Marjory followed her husband to Shawnee, OK and then to Shelton, WA where George then was deployed overseas for WWII. Marjory then returned to Kansas where she taught in Lawrence while she finished her education degree from the University of Kansas. In 1951 Marjory and George moved to Leavenworth where Marjory taught school for over 30 years, first at North Broadway Elementary and then at Muncie Elementary.

Marjory was a member of St. Paul’s Episcopal Church where she was active in the alter society and taught church school for many years. She was a 50 year member of the Whittier Club and P.E.O. EN chapter in Leavenworth. Marjory was involved with the International Military Officers Sponsorship Program for over 50
years where she sponsored Portugal over 40 years. Marjory was also a 50 year member of the Leavenworth Country Club where she was an avid golfer. Following her retirement Marjory traveled with her daughter, Jennie, in her golfing career.

Marjory was preceded in death by her parents, Hal and Ida McFadden.

Survivors include husband of almost 65 years, George, and daughter Jennie and husband Bob Robinson of La Quinta, CA. Visitation will be held Sunday, July 19 from 4 – 6 p.m. at Davis Funeral Chapel. Services will be held Monday, July 20 at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Leavenworth at 10:00 a.m. with graveside services to follow at Mount Muncie Cemetery. Memorials can be made to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Leavenworth, KS.

John E. Wallace, Jr. age 65, died unexpectedly at his summer home in Perham, Minnesota, on July 4, 2009.

John was born June 3, 1944, in Leavenworth, to John E. and Kathryn Blitz Wallace. He graduated from Leavenworth High School in 1962 and entered the United States Navy after graduation. He served his country for 35 years and retired as a Chief Petty Officer. During his service in Cyprus, he met and fell in love with Eleni Psraoppollou and they were married February 17, 1972.

After his Navy service, Mr. Wallace was employed by the Department of the Army, Ft. Leavenworth, KS. He retired from government service in 2006. After retirement, he continued enjoying the family summer home in Perham, Minnesota. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed taking family and friends to his special fishing spots on Big Pine Lake.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Janet Eleanor Wallace and niece, Deana Van Diepen.

He is survived by his wife, Eleni; his sister Joan Van Diepen and husband Don, of Indianola, Iowa; nephews, Curtis Van Diepen and wife Debra of Corpus Christi, Texas, Russell Van Diepen and wife Kim of Colorado
Springs, Colorado, two great nephews and one great niece. He is also survived by aunts, uncles and cousins throughout the United States and Cyprus. His great wit and easy going personality will be missed by all.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m at the Davis Funeral Chapel with a Trisagion service at 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 12:00 p.m. at St.
Dionysios Greek Orthodox Church, 8100 W. 95th St., Overland Park, KS 66212. Burial will follow at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Big Pine Lake Association, Perham, MN, St. Dionysios Greek Orthodox Church or the donor’s choice.

Eugene Maryland Newkirk Jr. was born in Louisville, Kentucky on May 16, 1943 to the late Eugene M. Newkirk Sr. and Clarice Woodruff-Newkirk. Eugene received his diplomas from

Fifth Avenue High School in Pittsburg, PA, and later attended and graduated from the Culinary Arts Institute in Pittsburgh, PA. Eugene served in the US Military and received his honorable discharge from the Army after serving in Frankfort, Germany for several years. Eugene worked for the US Federal Prison system for many years, receiving many commissions and honors; serving in Lewisburg, PA, Raybrook, NY, and Leavenworth, KS as the Assistant Food Administrator. He retired from the prison system in March 2000 after dedicating 25 years of service.

Prior to entering the military, Eugene married Eunina Cherry on June 15, 1966. To this union they were blessed with four children; Eugene M. Newkirk III, Aretha A. Neely, Eunina F. Newkirk, and Kayla M. Jimenez and five grand children.

Eugene was baptized at Truth Taberbacle Church in Leavenworth, KS and dedicated his time serving the Lord. He and his wife organized and managed the church’s food bank.

After a lengthy illness, Eugene quietly went home to be with the Lord Jesus on July 2, 2009. He will be greatly missed by a host of family, relatives, and friends, his wife Eunina, children- Eugene, Aretha, Enina, Kayla, and his favorite sister: Frankie Walker, surviving siblings Robert Wiley, Thomas Wiley, Willie Newkirk and Clarice Dickerson.

A visitation was held on Monday, July 6, 2009 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Davis Funeral Chapel. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, July 7, 2009 at 8:30 a.m. at the Truth Tabernacle Church. Burial will follow
at the Leavenworth National Cemetery.

Alice P. (Bowman) Bollin, 93, passed away Saturday, July 4, 2009 in Easton. Alice was born March 31, 1916, the daughter of Harry and Ruth (Corlett) Bowman . In November 1955, she married George Bollin who preceded her in death on May 7, 2009.

Alice is survived by her son, George A. "Butch" Bollin and wife Linda of Leavenworth; her grandchildren, Stacey Bollin of Telford, PA., Katie Riemann and husband Jeff of Wichita, KS., Jeff Bollin and wife Amber of Leavenworth, and Matt Bollin of Leavenworth; one great-grandchild Jadyn Bollin; five step-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren, including Patience Davis; a son-in-law, Donnie Logan, and his children, Pam Klaus and husband Les, Lori Redford, and Steven Logan and wife Ronda all of Leavenworth; and seven great-grandchildren, Lacee, Malorie, Wayne, Taylor, Chelsea, Luke and Keeley.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Betty Jane Ligenza Logan; two brothers Jack Bowman and Richard Bowman.

Alice was a 1934 graduate of Leavenworth High School. She worked at Bell Laundry until she married George in 1955. Alice was a homemaker most of her life devoted to her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed crafts, shopping, cooking, collecting bears, traveling to Hot Springs and Branson, and horse racing where she knew most of the Jockeys by name.

Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday July 7, 2009, at the Davis Funeral Chapel. A rosary will be at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral chapel. The Rev. David McEvoy, O'Carm, will officiate. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, 2009, at the Sacred Heart Church in Kickapoo. The Rev. David McEvoy, O'Carm, will officiate. Burial will follow in the Sacred Heart Cemetery in Kickapoo. Memorial contributions may be given to the Kickapoo Township Fire Department's memorial fund or the Kansas City Hospice.