Those We Have Lost
Adrian was a devoted father, grandfather, and friend who loved gatherings with his family. He was a hard worker and took pride in helping his kids gain a good work ethic. He grew up on a farm in Kansas and has loved to hunt since his childhood. He had many exciting hunting stories to tell and some trophies on his wall. The love of his life, Jo Hessig, and he enjoyed caring for their dog, Annie, and looking after the stray cats. They enjoyed cheering on the Green Bay Packers and other favorite teams. Adrian served in the US Navy and had a long career as a meat cutter and built a business of owning and managing single-family rental homes. Preceded in death by son Kenneth, daughter Rachel Streit, parents Henry and Marie Streit, siblings Gwendolyn, Victor, Duane, Gene. Survived by significant other Emma Jo Hessig, children Brenda Banks, Deborah Ackerman, Rhonda (Russ) Armstrong, Mark Streit, Jody (Don) Sundell, grandchildren Frank, Angel, Jared, Jessie, Jake, Jackie, great-grandchildren Talyn, Greyson, Isabella, Joe, siblings Joe (Mary) Streit, Jim (Deanna) Streit, sister-in-law Eleanor, family, and friends.
Andrew Francis Heimann, 30, Hays, died Tuesday, September 21, 2021, in rural Ellis County. He was born July 6, 1991, in Shawnee, the son of Bill and Teresa (Becker) Heimann. He was a 2010 graduate of TMP-M High School and earned his Registered Nursing degree from NCK-Tech and a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Fort Hays State University. Andrew worked as a surgical nurse with the heart team at HaysMed. On August 3, 2013 he was united in marriage to Elizabeth A. Reifschneider in Hutchinson. His memberships included St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the St. Nicholas of Myra Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed recreational sports, working out at the gym, music, playing his guitar, and was an avid KC Chiefs and Royals fan. Andrew enjoyed woodworking and home improvement and especially loved being outdoors with his son Eli, fishing, and hunting. Survivors include his wife Elizabeth of Hays, sons: Eli Heimann of Hays and Landry Heimann due November 6th, parents: Bill and Teresa Heimann of Hays, three brothers: Scott Heimann (Beth) of Hays, Joe Heimann (Megan) of Sheldon, IA, and Jeff Heimann of Hays, two sisters: Natalie Brei (Logan) of Lincoln, NE and Bridget Heimann of Wichita, his maternal grandparents: Paul and Mary Becker of Huron, father and mother-in-law: Jon and Marilyn Reifschneider of Arlington, two brothers-in-law: Paul Reifschneider (Robin) of Newton and Michael Reifschneider of Newton, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents: Henry and Cecilia Heimann. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, with Fr. Damian Richards and Fr. Andy Hammeke officiating. Burial will follow in St. Boniface Cemetery, Vincent. Visitation will be from 5:30 pm until 8:00 on Friday and from 9:00 am until service time on Saturday, all at the church. A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary on Friday at the church. Memorials are suggested to his children’s college education, made payable to: Elizabeth Heimann, in care of Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. Condolences and memories of Andrew may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com
Anthony “Lyle” Toepfer, 92, Hays, died Friday, February 19, 2021, at Hays Good Samaritan Society. He was born November 5, 1928, in Hays, the son of William A. and Celestine F. (Kuhn) Toepfer. In 1946, he graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy. On June 16, 1948, he was united in marriage to Mary Alice Clark at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Hays, and they celebrated 65 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on August 9, 2013. He was an accountant and IT specialist at Midwest Energy for many years. Lyle was a longtime member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, Hays Area Jaycees, Knights of Columbus, Hays High Plains Barbershop, SPEBSQSA, and sang in the St. Joseph Church choir for 40 years. He was an avid bowler, became an avid golfer after his retirement, and loved spending time with his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Survivors include five sons: Bill Toepfer and wife Mary of Shawnee, Philip Toepfer and wife Laurie of Hays, Fr. John Toepfer, OFM Cap. of Colorado Springs, CO, Mark Toepfer and wife Sandy of Columbia, IL, and Patrick Toepfer and wife Stacy of Hays, a daughter-in-law: Mary M. Toepfer of Hays, 20 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Mary Alice, a son: Tom Toepfer, a daughter: Kathleen C. Toepfer, five brothers: Irvin, Vernon, William Jr., Robert, and Larry Toepfer, and five sisters: Lillian Ward, Mildred Ruder, Laura Mae Dinges, Cecilia Bickle, and Janet Toepfer.
Carol Ann (Walters) Rupp, age 78, of Winfield, Kansas peacefully passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, after experiencing a stroke. Carol was born on January 12, 1944, in Hays, Kansas to Celestina (Hertel) Walters and Fidelis A. Walters. She graduated with the first graduating class at Marian High School in 1962, then attended Fort Hays State University, earning a Bachelor of Science in Speech Therapy in 1966. She married Roger Rupp on May 22, 1965, in Hays and later that year moved to Kansas City so that Roger could attend the University of Missouri at Kansas City School of Dentistry. While in Kansas City, Carol was a speech therapist for the Kansas City, Kansas Public School System. Roger was commissioned as a Lieutenant in the United States Naval Reserve and the family moved to Camp Pendleton, California for a two-year assignment. In June of 1971 the family moved to Winfield. In Winfield, Carol was a Realtor for Buterbaugh & Handlin Real Estate for many years. After retiring, she enjoyed time with her children and grandchildren. Carol was an avid tennis player winning many tournaments at Roger’s dental conventions. She enjoyed watching “Monk” reruns on television and was a number one fan of Neil Diamond, attending many of his concerts. Friends and family will always think of her when they hear a Neil Diamond song, especially “Sweet Carol-ine”. She showed amazing generosity to her family and friends and was locally famous for her homemade caramel corn and poppy seed bread. She is survived by her four daughters, Amy Soto and husband Robert, Winfield, KS, Lisa Bailey, Smithville, MO, Suzanne Rupp, Winfield, KS, and Sarah Underhill and husband Chad, Goddard, KS; her sister Iris Lang, Victoria, KS; her brother Richard Walters, Grand Prairie, TX, nine grandchildren (Dan Whitaker, Jessica Soto, Anthony Soto, Lucas and Avery Underhill, William and Lillian Bailey, Michael and Henry Granoski), and one great-granddaughter Dravyn Carson. In addition to her parents, Carol was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Rupp and two sisters, Erma Verhage and Lucida Sullivan. A visitation will be from 10:00 - 10:45 A.M. on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, in the Parish Hall at Holy Name Catholic Church, 412 E 8th Ave. in Winfield, Kansas. Rosary will follow at 10:45 A.M., then Mass at 11:15 A.M. Lunch and inurnment will immediately follow the service. Memorials are suggested to Holy Name Catholic Church, 412 E. 8th, Winfield, KS 67156. Contributions may be made through the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.milesfuneralservice.com.
Charles Barbee Bradford Jr., 76, of Norman, OK passed away Friday, April 10 2020. He was born April 13, 1943 in Saltillo, Mexico to Charles B. Bradford Sr. and Irene (de la Fuente) Bradford. Charles attended St. Joseph's Military Academy, Hayes, KS class of 1961. Where he was blessed to have made friends that have lasted a lifetime. He then went on to attend the University of New Mexico and completed his degree in Accounting at the University of Central Oklahoma in 1974. He retired from Kerr McGee Corporation after 25years of service in 1997. He was an active member of Knights of Columbus and a large part of the St. Eugene Catholic Church community in Oklahoma City. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles & Irene Bradford and his son Charles Barbee Bradford III. He is survived by his wife of 41yrs Mary M. (Surgala) Bradford of Cleveland, OH and his daughter Theresa E. Bradford along with his sisters Cynthia Bradford and Beatrice Zampa (Edward Zampa) of San Francisco, CA. Graveside service will be held at Resurrection Memorial Cemetery (7801 N.W. Expressway Oklahoma City, OK 73132). Service will be officiated by Father Joseph Jacobi of Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Mustang OK. on Wednesday April 15, 2020 at 2pm. Memorials may be made in memory of Charles B. Bradford Jr to St. Eugene Catholic Church, Oklahoma City, OK or St. Joseph's Catholic Church, Norman, OK. Arrangements for Charles B. Bradford Jr. and his family were placed in the care of Havenbrook Funeral Home of Norman. Online condolences may be shared at www.HavenbrookFuneralHome.com.
Alberta Knoll, age 97, of Ellis, Kansas passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellis. She was born May 14, 1923 in Hays, Kansas to Peter and Amelia (Dreiling) VonFeldt. She graduated from Girls Catholic High in Hays. Alberta worked as a clerk for an abstract company. She had been a long time Senior Companion volunteer for many years at the Good Samaritan Society, Ellis. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and the Daughters of Isabella both of Ellis as well as the Fraternal Order of Eagles. She enjoyed playing cards and bingo in her spare time. She is survived by a son, C. John (Norleen) Knoll of Hays; two grandsons, Joe (Dani) Knoll of Ellis and Michael (Ashley) Knoll of Topeka and six great grandchildren, Jordon, Billie, Reagan, and Andrew Knoll, Isabella and Braiden Anderson. She was preceded in death by sons, Joseph and Jerome Knoll and a brother, Isadore VonFeldt. Funeral services will be 10 AM Saturday, January 18th at St. Mary Catholic Church in Ellis. Burial will be at 1:30 PM at St. Joseph Cemetery in Hays. Visitation will be Friday 6 PM - 8 PM with a combined D of I rosary and parish vigil at 7 PM all at Keithley Funeral Chapel 400 E. 17th Ellis, KS 67637. Saturday visitation will be 9:30 AM until service time at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's School or Church. Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com
Anita (Wasinger) Lang, age 86 of Victoria, Kansas died Saturday, January 1, 2022, at the Good Samaritan Society of Hays Care Center. She was born February 26, 1935, at Hays, Kansas to Ludwig and Veronica (Ruder) Wasinger. She married Vitus F. Lang on October 1, 1956 in Hays, Kansas. Anita was a homemaker, a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria Daughters of Isabella, Christian Mothers and was a volunteer on the St. Fidelis funeral dinner committee. She completed the Salina Diocese catechism courses and was a religion teacher at Victoria for over 15 years. Anita grew up in Hays and was a graduate of Girls Catholic High School. Anita enjoyed her dogs and cats, bowling, bingo, puzzles and picking blackberries. Survivors include her husband, Vitus F. Lang, of the home; her daughters, Laurie Lang and husband, Al, Shawnee, KS; Janet Frank and husband, Leon, Hays, KS; Karen Cruce and husband, Steve, Dewey, OK; her son David Lang, Topeka, KS; one sister-in-law, Virginia Wasinger, Hays, KS; nine grandchildren; and 18 great grandchildren. Anita was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Lubin Wasinger and Julius Wasinger; and one sister, Julianna Scheck. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, January 6, 2022, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas with Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas. A vigil service with a Daughters of Isabella and Christian Mothers rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Wednesday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Thursday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis. The family suggests memorials to The Basilica of St. Fidelis, Good Samaritan Society of Hays or Hospice of Hays Medical Center made payable to the organization in care of the mortuary. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com
Arlyn J. Schumacher of Victoria, age 82, died Monday, June 7, 2021, at the Good Samaritan Society of Ellis Nursing Home. He was born March 13, 1939, in Pfeifer to Wendelin and Anna (Schmidt) Schumacher. He married Clarita M. (Dreiling) on September 13, 1958, in Victoria. He was a bricklayer for 50 years and owned and operated Arlyn Schumacher Masonry. Arlyn grew up and attended grade school in Pfeifer, and attended Schoenchen High School, then was a 1957 graduate of St. Joseph Military Academy in Hays. He served 6 and ½ years in the Kansas National Guard, and was a member of The Basilica of St. Fidelis. He enjoyed camping, boating, hunting and fishing. Survivors include his wife, Clarita Schumacher, of the home; one daughter, Michele Unrein and husband Glen, Victoria, KS; three brothers, Laverne Schumacher and wife, Jane, Hays, KS; Dennis Schumacher and wife, Kathy, Hays, KS; Wendy Schumacher and wife, Carol, Hays, KS; four grandchildren, Audrey Lewis (Jesse); Cory Unrein (Tiffany); Amber Younger (Joel); and Courtney Unrein; nine great grandchildren, Braden Lewis; Keaton Lewis; Jaxon Lewis; Addilyn Lewis; Abby Bronson; Max Unrein; Kimber Younger; Emery Younger; and Jayce Younger. Arlyn was preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Kimberly Sue Schumacher; one sister, Twila Knight; and one infant brother, Vearl Joseph Schumacher. Mass of Christian Burial will be 2:00 P.M. Saturday, June 12, 2021, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis Victoria, Kansas with Father James Moster O.F.M. Cap. officiating. Burial will be in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria with military honors by the Victoria V.F.W. Post #1751. A vigil service and a Victoria Daughters of Isabella rosary will be at 7:00 P.M. Friday, at The Basilica of St. Fidelis. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 9:00 P.M. Friday, and from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. Saturday, all at The Basilica of St. Fidelis. The family suggests memorial made payable to: The Basilica of St. Fidelis in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 412 Main Street, Victoria, Kansas 67671. Condolences can be sent via e-mail to clinesmortuary@eaglecom.net or can be left at guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com
Carol Ann Schlegel, 72, Hays, died Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at HaysMed. She was born April 25, 1949, in Hays, the daughter of Frank and Pauline (Zimmerman) Younker. In 1967, she graduated from Marian High School and then attended Fort Hays State University where she received an Associate’s Degree. On May 7, 1982, she was united in marriage to Myron Lee Schlegel in Munjor, and they were married for nearly 40 years. For 17 years, Carol worked at Travenol as a quality control manager, retiring in 1985. She also worked on the family farm, where she would reset fences, paint, and help with the harvest. Her memberships included St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church and the St. Nicholas Ladies Guild. She loved baking and cooking, going on walks, and animals, especially cats. She also enjoyed Dairy Queen treats, going to the movies, and occasionally dining out. Carol was always ready to travel and could make the best of any situation, including a 14-hour airport delay. She was a stylish lady who loved shopping and was always appreciative of the good in her life, worked through the challenges, and let her happiness show through her beautiful smile. Survivors include her husband Myron of Hays, mother: Pauline Younker of Munjor, two children: Ken Schlegel and Lisa Schlegel, both of Hays, brother: Darold Younker and wife Evelyn of Munjor, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Tuesday, April 19, 2022, at St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church with Fr. Damian Richards officiating. Burial will follow in St. Francis Cemetery, Munjor. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 7:00 on Monday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home and from 9:00 am until service time on Tuesday at the church. A vigil service and rosary will be at 6:00 pm on Monday at the funeral home. Memorials in Carol’s memory may be made payable to the Humane Society of the High Plains. Condolences and memories of Carol may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com
Albert T. Walt, age 86, passed away at Cedar Village Long Term Care, Ness City, Kansas, on October 17, 2020. Albert was born on Feburary 18, 1934 on the family farm near Collyer, Kansas, the son of Leocadia Kuntz and Antone Walt. Albert attended Banner grade school, went on to graduate from St. Joseph's Military Academy (Thomas More Prep-Marian Jr./Sr. High School) Seminarian Class of 1952. Attended College at Ft. Hays State University. Albert served in the US ARMY from March 1954 to March 1956 October 12, 1959, he married the love of his life Alberta A. Zimmerman who proceeded him in death on May 21, 2014. Albert and Alberta made Utica, KS home from 1961 – 1996 where he worked at Utica Grain Inc. In 1996 they made the move to Ness City Ks., Albert continued to work at Utica Grain Inc. until his retirement in 1998. Albert was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus member. Albert enjoyed going to polka dances with Alberta, fishing, hunting and never missed a chance to be at his children and grandchildren’s ball games. He spent countless nights on the porch listening to the Royals on the radio no matter how bad they were at the time. He was a caring and loving man and he will be missed greatly by the family and friends he has left behind. Survivors include his sons, Tom Walt, Utica, KS, and Rodney (Traci) Walt, Lee Summit, MO; daughters, Bonnie Von Lintel, Elkhart, KS, Connie Schwindt, Ness City, KS, Judy (Marty) Klitzke, Ness City, Brenda (Craig) Stoecklein, Hays, KS, and Debbie (Mike) Bollinger, Durango, CO; brother Lavern Walt; grandchildren, Andrew Von Lintel, Matthew (Aubrey) Von Lintel, Katisha (Grant) Wiegers, Melissa (Daniel) Brandt – Von Lintel, Robby (Tala) Schwindt, Eric (Tomara) Schwindt, Dillon (Alix) Schwindt, Chelsea (Jeremy) Lickteig, Kristen Klitzke, Macie Stoecklein, Ryan Stoecklein, Devin (Paige) Bollinger, Kylie (Ryan) Kasprzyk, Zachary Pitts, Sadye Mullins, and Zeven Walt; great-grandchildren, Aiden, Lexi, Asher and Traven Schwindt. Sophia and Luca Schwindt. SammiJo, Jordi and Titus Wiegers, Gavin and Eli Von Lintel. Zaden Pitts. Kolbe Lickteig. Autumn Jackson, Abby Agers and Denver Bollinger. Albert was preceded in death by his parents; siblings Edna Arnold, Louise Porter and Infant brother Joseph Walt; son-in-law, Sam Von Lintel; and grandson, Blake Stoecklein. Memorial Contributions may be given to the Sacred Heart Church of Ness City. https://nesscitycatholic.org/ Public viewing will be Tuesday Oct 20 from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Fitzgerald Funeral Home in Ness City. A Private Rosary will be held for the family. A Private Mass of Christian burial will be at Sacred Heart Church for the family. Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Memories and words of support may be left for the family by writing in the guest book.
Annette Seib, who was born into the Depression in Hays, Kansas, and went on to become the matriarch of a large and happy family, died Tuesday night. She was 88. Annette was married for almost 69 years to Richard Seib. Together they raised seven children who were the center of their lives, and watched with pride as their family grew to 22 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Known to family and friends as Nettie and Dick, they were fixtures in their St. Joseph’s Parish community in Hays until they moved in recent years to be near sons in the Kansas City area. Annette Louise Doerfler was born on Oct. 23, 1933, the 10th of 11 children of Joseph and Agnes Doerfler. Her father was, among other things, the sheriff of Ellis County, Kansas, for a time, which led to a memorable period in which his family lived in the county courthouse and jail facility. Growing up in Western Kansas amid the difficult economic times of the Depression left a lasting impression on Nettie and instilled in her a lifelong tendency toward frugality; among other things, she was known to reuse coffee grinds for a second pot. She also developed an appreciation of the importance of family and faith and the value of work. That appreciation of work, in fact, led her to meet the man who became the love of her life. While at Girls Catholic High School in Hays—where she served as junior class president—Nettie took a job as a car hop at the Yankee Dollar, a drive-in restaurant in Hays. There, one night, a handsome young farm boy named Richard Seib volunteered to drive her home after work. That meeting blossomed into romance and eventually to marriage. But their young marriage was soon interrupted by war. Her husband’s National Guard unit was activated and sent to Korea when war broke out there, forcing him to leave behind Annette as she was expecting their first child. Tom Seib was born while his father was overseas. After the war, the young couple went on to have six more children, while a beloved niece, Belinda Seib, effectively became a member of the immediate family as well. All of them attended the Catholic high schools known variously as St. Joseph’s Military Academy, Thomas More Prep and Marian High School in Hays. Nettie was an active and involved parent in her children’s schools, as well as in parish life. She also was a skilled pinochle and dominos player, a noodle maker, and a master at stretching a dollar. As her children grew older, she resumed working outside the home for several years as a sales associate at K-Mart, a job she embraced with relish. One skill Nettie never mastered was the ability to sit still. Sitting through a single episode of a TV show, much less a long movie, was a struggle for someone who was always seized with the need to be up and about, doing something—anything—constructive. In retirement, Nettie and Dick were regular travelers for as long as their health allowed, crossing the state of Kansas, and periodically the country, to be with their children and grandchildren. Christmases often were brightened by gifts of handmade crocheted afghans and embroidered kitchen towels she shared with her family. In her final days at Colonial Village in Overland Park, Kansas, Nettie never lost that nervous energy that kept her moving throughout her days, even as physical frailties made that more difficult. Her motto, often expressed to visitors and staff members alike, was that she felt a need to “go, go, go." She was preceded in death by her husband in 2019 and by two infant grandchildren. She is survived by a sister, Kathy Rohr, of Hays, and a brother, Harold, of Hutchinson, Kan.; and by her children Tom (Cheryl) of Lincoln, Neb.; Phyllis (Robert) Brack of Bay St. Louis, Miss.; Debbie (Bob) Lang of Amarillo, Tex.; Jerry (Barbara) of Chevy Chase, Md.; Jeff (Kelly) of Overland Park, Kan.; Paul (Johnna) of Kansas City, Mo.; and Pat (Susie) of Overland Park, Kan.; and by Belinda (Merle) Mahoney of Hutchinson, Kan. A funeral Mass will be held at St. Joseph’s Church in Hays at 10 a.m. Monday, Dec. 13, with burial at St. Joseph’s Cemetery. There will be a visitation 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Sunday evening, Dec. 12, with a combined parish vigil and rosary service at 7 p.m. all at Brock's-Keithley Funeral Chapel and Crematory 2509 Vine in Hays. If desired, friends may make memorial contributions in Annette Seib’s name to TMP-Marian Junior and Senior High School in Hays. Condolences may be shared by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com
Bernice Amelia (Ruder) Unrein, age 92, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 17, 2021, in Overland Park, KS. Bernice was born August 3, 1928, in Hays, KS, to Carl and Rosa (Rupp) Ruder and delivered by her future father-in-law, Dr. Gerard Unrein. Bernice grew up on the family farm south of Hays and her parents eventually moved to town when she was in high school. She graduated from Girls Catholic High School in 1946 and worked as a telephone operator until her first child was born. Bernice met the love of her life, Francis Alfred Unrein, in high school and they were married on June 7, 1948, in Hays. They were happily married for 69 years until Francis’ death in 2017. To this union brought four children Keith (Sandy), Overland Park, Marybeth (Warren) Harwick, Ft. Worth, TX, Kevin (Jyl) Chanute, and Robin (David) Hagedorn, Mission. Upon Francis’ graduation from the University of Kansas School of Pharmacy, job opportunities in Norton and Oakley brought Francis and Bernice back to North Central Kansas, and eventually Francis purchased his own store, Unrein Drug Store, in Plainville, KS, their home for the next 59 years. Francis and Bernice owned and operated the drugstore until Francis’ retirement in 1991. Throughout her life, Bernice was an active member of the Rooks County Health Center Auxiliary, volunteering in the gift shop, Sacred Heart Catholic Parish, and later Curè of Ars Catholic Church in Leawood. She was a devoted wife to Francis and mourned his loss every day. She loved being a mother but her role as a grandmother and great grandmother brought her the most joy. Bernice also enjoyed cooking, gardening, close friendships, hosting family get-togethers, embroidery, knitting, and making sure everyone had something to eat or drink (even in her final days.) You could often find Bernice and Francis on the golf course, relaxing on their patio, and watching the KU Jayhawks and golf on tv. Bernice loved and defended fiercely those close to her. With perseverance, she survived breast cancer, a stroke, moving to Kansas City in her 80s, and embracing life after Francis’ death. She had a beautiful smile, joyful laugh, rosy cheeks, and great hair. She loved her family, her faith, and her friends, but nothing compared to the love she had for Francis. Bernice was proceeded in death by her parents, husband, Francis, brothers Marcellus, Alphonse, Julius, and Norman, sisters Irene Munsch, Mary Rose Dreiling, and Alma Keaton, and son-in-law, Alan McClure. She is survived by her sister, Lorraine Arnold Cook of Denver, CO; her four children and spouses, and many extended relatives. Bernice was a loving “Mimi” to her grandchildren Lindsay (Jonathan) McPhail, Fairway, Kelly (Drew) Nicholls, Georgetown, Grand Cayman, and Spencer McClure (Erin Horn), Ft. Worth, TX. She was also the proud “Great Mimi” of great-grandsons, Kai and Keiran McPhail, and great-granddaughter, Astrid McClure. Visitation will be at Curè of Ars Catholic Church, 9401 Mission Road, Leawood, Kansas 66206, on Tuesday, August 3, 2021, at 10:00 a.m., followed by a rosary at 10:45 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m. YouTube Livestream link: www.cureofars.com/funeral can be found on the day of the funeral. Graveside burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Hays on Wednesday, August 4, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Curè of Ars Homebound and Nursing Home Ministries. Condolences may be sent in care of Signature Funerals 406D E. Bannister Rd. Kansas City, Mo. 64131. 816-214-5174. www.signaturefunerals.com.
Cecil Joseph Miller, 84, former Executive Vice President of Manufacturing at Beechcraft, died Monday, February 1, 2021. Private Memorial Rosary and Service at Church of the Magdalen. Cecil graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy (now Thomas More Prep) and was an alumnus of Wichita State University where he played football for one year. He was a lifelong Shocker basketball fan. He was also a HAM radio hobbyist. Preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Alvina Miller; brother, Arthur A. Miller; sister, Amelia Meis; daughter, Jacque Price. Survived by his wife, Gloria Joan Miller; daughter, Jenifer (Dwight) Jones of Colorado Springs, CO; son, Jeff (Dottie) Miller of Orange City, IA; 9 grandchildren; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Alvina Miller, O.P. of Great Bend, KS; sister-in-law, Maria Miller of Longview, TX; son-in-law, Shaun Price.
Charlotte Ann Werth, 84, Hays, died Monday, Dec. 20, 2021 at her home. She was born June 29, 1937 on the family farm east of Munjor, the oldest daughter of Clarence and Helen (Windholz) Herl. She was a 1955 graduate of Girls Catholic High School. On Oct. 11, 1955 she was united in marriage to Donald P. Werth in Munjor, and they were married nearly 63 years before he died on June 1, 2018. From 1955-1956, she was secretary for the Ellis County engineer. She went on to manage the recordkeeping for the family farm and oil pumping work, and she later worked at the St. Anthony Hospital Gift Shop. In addition to helping run the family farm, Charlotte’s biggest impact to the family was her emphasis on the Catholic faith. Like many other mothers raising families in the ‘60s and ‘70s, Charlotte was good at producing a lot out of a little and teaching her children to do the same. She volunteered throughout the community with the St. Anthony’s Auxiliary, Good Samaritan Auxiliary, St. John’s Auxiliary, and with 4-H as a project leader. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the St. Francis Church Christian Mothers, and took Holy Communion to the homebound. Charlotte was very organized and enjoyed genealogy, baking, photography, painting, crafts, and growing plants, flowers, and vegetables. She loved her family, attending daily mass, and in every aspect of her life put God first. Survivors include her three sons: Ronald L. Werth and wife Mary Margaret of Hutchinson, Richard J. Werth and Janice Goff of Hays, and Randal C. Werth and wife Michelle of Hays, a daughter: Renee Michaud and husband Gerard of Hays, two sisters: Marilyn Dreiling of Hays and Arlene Weigel and husband Eugene of Gorham, grandchildren: Anne Werth, Phillip Werth, Ryan Werth and fiancé Jessica Yarmer, Shelly Werth, Jennifer Jaymes and husband Bryon, Randi Gerstner and husband Derek, Monica Michaud, and Hannah Michaud and fiancé Matt Shobe, great-grandchildren: Trexton Murphy, Keegan Copelan, Bryson Werth, Corbin Werth, Weston Werth, Maxwell Gerstner, Dalton Werth, Zoe Gerstner, Bentley Gerstner, Atlas Jaymes, and Nevaeh Jaymes, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald, and brother-in-law: Dennis Dreiling. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Fr. Richard Daise officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 until 8 p.m. on Wednesday at the church and from 1 until 1:45 p.m. on Thursday at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. A Christian Mothers Rosary will be at 6 p.m. followed by a vigil service at 6:30 pm, all on Wednesday at the church. Memorials are suggested to DSNWK, St. Joseph Catholic Church, or for masses. Condolences and memories of Charlotte may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com.
Alfreda M. Hammerschmidt, 92, formerly of Hays, died Thursday, April 29, 2021, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City. She was born September 10, 1928, in Hays, the daughter of Celestine and Josephine (Staab) Karlin. In 1947, she graduated from Girls Catholic High School. On June 16, 1948, she was united in marriage to Adolph J. Hammerschmidt in Severin, and they celebrated 62 years of marriage before he preceded her in death on December 31, 2010. She worked at St. Anthony Hospital as a candy striper, ward clerk, and licensed practical nurse and at Hiltz Janitorial Supply until her retirement. Her memberships included Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Hays Daughters of Isabella Circle #254, and was a Perpetual Eucharistic Adorer. She enjoyed cooking, baking, and reading short stories in magazines and Reader’s Digest. Her faith and family were most important to her. She enjoyed visiting family, was a good listener, and faithfully prayed the rosary. Survivors include a son: Steve Hammerschmidt and wife Janet of Fleming Island, FL, two daughters: Tammy Gottschalk and husband Jeff and Lisa Staab and husband Doug all of Holcomb, a daughter-in-law: Jolene Burd and husband Mike, a brother: Jerry Karlin of Hays, and three sisters: Wanda Schulte and Patty Kreutzer both of Hays, and Geri Weber and husband Les of Ellis, 11 grandchildren: Shawn Hammerschmidt, Joshua Hammerschmidt, Paul Hammerschmidt, and wife Erica, Luke Staab and wife Jessie, Dalton Gottschalk, Rachel Hammerschmidt, Raegan Quandt and husband Eric, Rylee Perez and husband Alex, Breanna Gottschalk, Kristy Campbell and husband Eric, and April Klaus, 14 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband: Adolph, a son: Mike Hammerschmidt, a daughter: Becky Hammerschmidt, two brothers: Alfred and Omar Karlin, a sister: Mildred Pfannenstiel, and a great-grandson: Joey Hammerschmidt.
Ann Jane “Annie” Schenk, 60, entered the gates of heaven with her beloved husband of 40 years, Richard, passing away October 20, 2019, in Angel Fire, NM. Annie was born March 3, 1959, at Great Bend, to Robert "Bob" and Lois (Ehly) Linsner. Annie married Richard Schenk August 18, 1979, in Olmitz, Kansas. Annie, a Great Bend resident since 1988, moving from Olmitz, and growing up in Hoisington, was a homemaker and "Mother" to everyone she met. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, and P.E.O, holding many leadership positions. Annie served her Church and community, being involved with 100 People Who Care Barton County and the Holy Family School Grandfriend program. Annie enjoyed playing cards and Bunco, gardening, and canning peaches and pickles. In the tradition of German Catholic weddings, Rick and Annie could not resist leading the Grand March, being called on more than one could count. They both loved spending time at their cabin at Kanopolis Lake, where they served on the Yankee Run HOA board, traveling, especially taking trips with five other couples, making cherished memories for many years, and spending time with their grandchildren. Survivors include three daughters, Allyce Hansford and husband Michael of Prairie Village, Amanda Pfannenstiel of Hays, and Briana Schenk of Russell; two grandchildren, Kolter Pfannenstiel and Kimber Pfannenstiel; four brothers, Larry Linsner and wife Charlotte of Walker, Jim Linsner and wife Shiela of Wichita, Joe Linsner of Great Bend, and Patrick Linsner of Great Bend; two sisters, Pam Redetzke and husband Norman of Salina, and Rhonda Herman and husband Don of Wichita; and one sister-in-law, Margie Linsner of Wichita. She was preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Lois Linsner; one brother, Robert "Bobby" Linsner, Jr. Mass of Christian Burial will be Noon, Saturday, Nov. 2, 2019, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Don Bedore presiding. Inurnment will follow at Great Bend Cemetery. Visitation will be Noon to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, with the family present from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., at Bryant Funeral Home. An Altar Society Rosary will be held at 4:00 p.m. and a Vigil with Knights of Columbus Rosary at 7:00 p.m., Friday, Nov. 1, 2019, both at St. Patrick Catholic Church. Memorials may be given to Prince of Peace Parish or Golden Belt Community Foundation, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.
Robyn E. “Bobbi” Pfeifer, 54, Hays, died Saturday, December 11, 2021, at HaysMed surrounded by her family. She was born January 12, 1967, in Kinsley, the daughter of John and Roseann “Rose” (Arnhold) Rincon. She was a 1985 graduate of Pamona High School and attended Fort Hays State University. On July 15, 1995, she was united in marriage to Jay Pfeifer in Hays, and they celebrated 26 years of marriage. She loved her job as the Administrative Assistant for the Hays Convention and Visitors Bureau. Bobbi had a heart for helping others, loved everybody, and was actively involved with Special Olympics, receiving the Bob Magerl Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2017. She volunteered at TMP-Marian High School as co-chair of the Ace Auction, chair of the PTF, and was on the Advisory Council and Sports Booster Club. She was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the Hays VFW Post #9076 Auxiliary, Hays American Legion Post #173 Auxiliary, and a past Soroptimist Club member. Bobbi loved her dogs, the outdoors, and taking long walks. She enjoyed watching Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and HGTV. Her children brought her joy and she always looked forward to planning and taking family vacations. Survivors include her husband Jay of Hays, son: Weston Pfeifer of Hays, daughter: Janessa Pfeifer of Hays, father: John Rincon and wife Jacki of Lakewood, CO, mother: Rose Pfannenstiel of Hays, sister: Becky Staab of Hays, half-brother: Travis Rincon of Lakewood, CO, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Juan and Christina Rincon and Lawrence and Martina Arnhold, and her stepfather: Robert J. “Bob” Pfannenstiel. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Friday, December 17, 2021, at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with Fr. Elias Chinzara officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00 pm until 8:00 on Thursday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Friday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. A VFW Auxiliary rosary will be at 5:30 pm followed by a vigil service at 6:00 pm, all on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Mid-America Chapter of ALS, TMP-Marian High School, or for masses. Condolences and memories of Bobbi may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com
Charlene Flax, age 78, of Ellis, Kansas, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2022, at Trego Lemke Memorial Hospital in WaKeeney, Kansas. Charlene was born April 23, 1944, in Hays, Kansas, to Martin and Felicitas (Leiker) Klaus. She attended Marian High School in Hays and on October 9, 1965, she married Richard Flax at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Hays. He preceded her in death March 6, 2020. Charlene was a homemaker and a loving mother, and grandmother. She was a member of St. Mary's Church, Daughters of Isabella, and a Senior Companion. She is survived by her three sons, Mark Flax and wife Jackie of Ellis, Gary Flax of Russell and Arlen Flax and wife Rose of Ellis; two brothers, Kenneth Klaus of Salina and Harold Klaus of Olathe; a sister, Ann Augustine of Ellis and three grandchildren, Jarod Flax of Goodland, Braden Flax of Russell and Emma Flax of Ellis. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Richard; a sister, Marilyn Flax and three brothers, twin brother Charles ,Joseph and Lester Klaus. Funeral services will be 10 AM Thursday, June 23, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Ellis with Fr. Dana Clark officiating. Burial will follow services in the St. Mary's Cemetery. Visitation will be Wednesday 6 PM - 8 PM and Thursday 9 AM until service time all at the church. A combined Daughters of Isabella rosary and parish vigil will be Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Mary's Cemetery Fund. Arrangements in care of Keithley Funeral Chapel, 400 E. 17th, Ellis, KS 67601. Condolences may be left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com or by email at keithleyfuneralhomes@gmail.com
Cindy Louise Stillwagoner, 71, passed away August 25, 2021, at Diversicare of Larned. She was born October 9, 1949, at Hays to Victor Lang Sr. & Minnie (Staab) Lang. She married Richard Stillwagoner on January 18, 1971, at Great Bend. Cindy graduated Marian High School in Hays and the Dominican School of Nursing in Great Bend. She was an RN at CKMC in the operating room and the office nurse for Dr. William McAllister and Great Bend Internists. She was the owner of the Ceramic Corner. She was a member of Prince of Peace Parish at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Altar Society, and St. Rose and Dominican Alumni Association. She especially loved spending time with her family. Survivors include her husband, Richard Stillwagoner of the home; a son, Marc Stillwagoner and wife Melinda of Mansfield, Tex.; a daughter, Rebecca Smith, and husband Matt of Meridian, ID; and four grandchildren, Lillie Stillwagoner, Luke Stillwagoner, Danielle Smith and Natalie Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Victor Lang, Jr.; and a sister, Norma Buckler. Visitation will be held from 1:00 to 9:00 p.m., Friday, August 27, 2021, at Bryant Funeral Home, with Altar Society Rosary at 4:00 p.m. and Vigil service at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 28, 2021, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, with Father Prakash Kola presiding. Interment will be in the Great Bend Cemetery. Memorials have been designated to National Kidney Association or Midwest Transplant Network, in care of Bryant Funeral Home.
Alfreda Karlin, Catherine, Kansas, age 88, passed away early Saturday morning, June 5, 2021, in Brentwood, Tennessee, where she lived with her daughter. Alfreda died from Alzheimer’s Disease. Alfreda was born on May 16, 1933, in Hays to Alfred and Constance (Novak) Wiesner. She was their only child. She married Wilfric Karlin, Catherine, on August 1, 1962, and they were married until his death February 13, 2002. Together, they had 2 children, 5 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. Alfreda’s father, Alfred, was a butcher and ran the family grocery store, Wiesner’s, on Main Street. As a girl, Alfreda loved to visit her father in the store and help with grocery deliveries. She loved being outdoors, gardening, riding her bike around Hays and going to the country to ride her horses and to fish. She was also an avid reader, a hobby that gave her much pleasure her entire life. She attended, St. Joseph’s Parochial School, Girl’s Catholic High and Fort Hays State University. She graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education in 1955 and taught 2nd grade for 7 years at Immaculate Heart of Mary Elementary, now Holy Family Elementary. In 1962, she married Wilfric Karlin and they made their home together on a farm near Catherine. Alfreda gave up teaching to raise her two children John Karlin and Ruth Karlin Albrecht. She continued her love of teaching as an elementary religious ed teacher for the Catherine parish for many years where she was a member. Alfreda loved the country life. She loved animals and flowers and the beauty of nature. She took long walks on the family farm several times a day. She loved to travel and see the world. She visited all 50 states, both neighboring countries, and took many trips abroad to Europe, China and Australia. But she always loved returning to her home on the farm where she lived until 2016. Alfreda moved to Nashville to live with her daughter Ruth and son-in-law John Albrecht in 2016. There, she was cared for in the home as her Alzheimer’s disease progressed. She is survived by her son, John Karlin, and wife Susan of Catherine; her daughter, Ruth Albrecht, and husband John, of Brentwood, TN; grandchildren, Jake Karlin, and wife, Emily, of Catherine; Jordan Ottley, and husband Jordan, of Catherine; Alex Barrett of Nashville, TN; Kendra Karlin of Kansas City, KS; Austen Berry, and husband David of Nashville, TN, and six great grandchildren, Liberty, Bella, and Lily Karlin and Josie, Lucy, and Oliver Ottley. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alfred Wiesner (1978) and Constance (Tance) Novak Wiesner (1994), and her husband, Wilfric Karlin (2002). Alfreda will be cremated and return to Kansas for a funeral mass and burial in Catherine, Kansas on August 13. The family is requesting all memorials to go to the Alzheimer’s Foundation. Alfreda’s special request: As a young girl Afreda was extremely shy. As an adult she would make a friend everywhere she went. She was gentle, kind to all, and curious about everything. She especially liked to seek out an individual who was all alone or who looked totally different than herself and strike up a conversation. She would start with a compliment or a question. She was truly interested in who they were, and it showed. She was always received with a smile and kindness. People loved when she approached them to compliment a piece of jewelry or hairstyle, for example. She asked the story of their tattoos, piercings, dreadlocks, or just how their day was going. She wanted to make people feel good about themselves. In her memory, she wanted everyone to smile at a stranger, give a compliment to the person next to you, or start up a conversation with the person standing by themselves. Find common ground, really connect with all people and learn how to love your neighbor better.
Anthony (Tony) Schmidt passed away in the presence of his family and God. The 13th child of Jacob and Clara Schmidt in Catharine, KS, Tony grew up on the family farm, pursued undergraduate studies at Ft. Hays State University and Kansas State University, earned his MSEE from the University of Kansas, and served in the US Army. On August 24, 1957, Tony married Annette Karlin. While living in Kansas City, MO, they welcomed daughter Julie and son Tom, and Tony worked for the Bendix Corporation. In 1965, the family moved to Dallas, Tony started his career at Texas Instruments, and son Chris was born. Tony worked on numerous pioneering Department of Defense projects for TI and later Raytheon, eventually retiring in 1998 as manager of the Airborne Systems Division. After retirement, Tony became active in Serra Club International, serving as president of the North Central Dallas chapter, and as district governor. He also volunteered many hours with the Network of Community Ministries, the Eisemann Center for the Performing Arts, and the neighborhood Crime Watch patrol. Throughout his time in Texas, Tony devoted many hours to many ministries at St. Mark Catholic Church in Plano. Tony was preceded in death by his parents, Jacob J. and Clara Karlin Schmidt, as well as 11 of his siblings. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Annette; daughter Julie (Doug); son Tom (Karen); son Chris (Cathy); seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; his sister Dolores; and numerous nieces and nephews. A rosary will be said at 7 pm on Sunday, 2/27, at St. Mark, followed by a vigil and visitation at 7:30. A memorial Mass will be held at 10 am Monday, 2/28, at St. Mark. Inurnment and reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Tony's name to Holy Trinity Seminary, 3131 Vince Hagan Drive, Irving, TX 75062 (holytrinityseminary.org); or the Network of Community Ministries, 1500 International Pkwy, Richardson, TX 75081 (thenetwork.org).
Brian Jon Solt was born July 7, 1981, in Manhattan, Kan., to Janet Solt of Manhattan, and Ronald B. Solt of Vieques, Puerto Rico. Brian attended Woodrow Wilson Elementary and Manhattan Middle School before moving to Hays for his high school years. He graduated from Thomas More Prep-Marian in 1999, and then attended Kansas State University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in marketing and international business. He later completed his MBA through Baker University while working in the Kansas City area. His current residence was in Coppell, Texas, where he was delighted to miss Kansas winters. Brian was an amazing friend to many, a talented basketball player, and loved the game of golf. He cherished time with family, especially his brother, his cousins whom he loved dearly, and his forever friends that he met throughout his life. Brian defeated cancer during college, countless surgeries, and fought a hard fight with the never ending battle as a Type 1 diabetic for 27 long years. And then God called him home. Brian is survived by his mother, father; brother Brandon Solt (Kristi),Houston, and his beautiful niece Madison Reese. His extended family Gretta and Don Hoffman, Hays, Lynn Deines, Garden City, Elden and Karen Solt, Wamego, Rosella Solt, Belvue, and Randy and Cindy Treece, Hockley, Texas. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents Bonnie and Reinholdt Deines, and paternal grandparents Isla and Lloyd Solt, and step-grandfather, Abe Shortt. Brian requested a private family gathering at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please donate to your charity of choice.
Charlene Ann Weigel (formerly Charlene Walters), 91, of Salina, was born to Joseph and Mary Walters on March 10, 1930, in Hays, Kansas passed away peacefully on August 9, 2021. She was married to her sweetheart, Donald Gene Weigel (deceased) for 63 years. They had four children, Kathleen Weigel of Topeka, Karen Beil of Olathe, Donald M Weigel of Hutchinson, and Dennis Weigel of Salina. She leaves behind nine grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren. Charlene was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Mary Queen of the Universe Church, Salina, KS. She will always be remembered for her unending love of family. Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Thursday, August 12, 2021 at Ryan Mortuary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday August 13, 2021 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church with burial to follow in Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the church in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 North Eighth Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.
Clarence C. “Bud” Jacobs, Jr. Clarence C. “Bud” Jacobs, Jr., 81, Hays, died Monday, September 7, 2020 at HaysMed. He was born January 15, 1939 in Hays the son of Clarence C. “Curly” and Bertha (Schmidt) Jacobs. In 1957 he graduated from St. Joseph Military Academy and he served in the Kansas National Guard for many years. On June 2, 1962 he was united in marriage to Dorothy Mae Dinkel in Victoria and they celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary. Clarence worked for Farmers State Bank, for Farmers Insurance for 42 years, and after his retirement, with his son at State Glass Company. He was a member of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, the St. Mary’s Third Degree Knights of Columbus Council #6984, and was a past member of the Kiwanis Club of Hays. He was very active in his church, helping with the parish picnics and soup suppers for 25 years. His hobbies included playing and coaching softball, his team affectionately called “Bud’s Babes”. He loved barbequing for his family, was a Kansas City Chiefs and Royals fan, and an avid bowler. His number one priority was his family, he loved his children and grandchildren, attending their events and supporting them. Survivors include his wife Dorothy of the home, a son; Francis Jacobs and wife Stephanie, two daughters; Michelle Chittenden and husband John II, and Kelly Lagree and husband Tony, and a brother; Thomas Jacobs and wife Billie, all of Hays, and seven grandchildren; Mason Lagree, Haileigh Jacobs, Johnny Chittenden, Gabrielle Chittenden, Hunter Jacobs, Maddie Lagree, and Marcus Lagree. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 am on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with Fr. Nick Parker and Fr. Don Zimmerman officiating. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 on Wednesday and from 9:00 am until 9:45 on Thursday, all at Hays Memorial Chapel Funeral Home. A vigil service will be at 6:30 pm followed by a Knights of Columbus rosary, all on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Heart of Mary Church. Condolences and memories of Bud may be shared with the family at www.haysmemorial.com