Lynda Jean (Faulkner) Varner, 80, of Russell, Kansas, and formerly of Towanda, Kansas, died Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at her home in Russell, Kansas. Lynda was born February 29, 1944, in El Dorado, the middle of three children born to Edward “Buck” and Frances Faulkner. She grew up in El Dorado and graduated from El Dorado High School in 1962. She was united in marriage to Donald L. Varner, Sr. on September 16, 1962, and they were married for 51 years. This union was blessed with two children, Tammy and Donny. Lynda was extremely creative and artistic. She enjoyed many

Richard Polcyn, 77, of Russell, Kansas died on Monday, October 14, 2024, at St Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas. Richard was born on November 14, 1946, in Hays, Kansas, the son of Florian “Mike” Joseph and Clemence “Clem” Katherine (Mudd) Polcyn. He grew up on the family farm south of Gorham, Kansas and then the family moved to Russell, in 1958. He graduated from Russell High School in 1965 and continued his education at Pittsburg State University graduating in 1969 with a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology.  Richard was a member of the United States Army through the Reserve Officer

Grace Caroline Bohnen, 19, of Wilson, Kansas, went to be with her Lord on Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, with her loving family by her side. Grace was born November 17, 2004, in Wichita, Kansas.  She was the oldest of three children born to Todd and Christa (Whitebird) Bohnen.  From the age of infant to second grade, Grace’s family lived in Bel Aire, Kansas.  They moved to Wilson, where she grew up and graduated from Wilson High School in the Class of 23. Grace was a leader among her peers, family and

Sammie Lee Bricker, 96, of San Marcos, Texas and former Gorham, Kansas, resident died on Saturday, October 12, 2024, in San Marcos, Texas.  Sammie was born on July 19, 1928, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of Samuel T. and Lavita (Elliott) Steward.  She grew up in the Gorham and Russell, Kansas, area and graduated from Gorham High School.  She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Melvin George Bricker on February 21, 1947, in Russell, Kansas.  She was a loving wife, mother and homemaker and enjoyed caring for her family.  She also enjoyed listening to music, playing

Shawn Delta Vandergon, 67, of Russell, Kansas, died on October 09, 2024, at Wilson Care and Rehabilitation in Wilson, Kansas. Shawn was born on August 16, 1957, in Hays, Kansas, the daughter of Keith and Joyce (Boxberger) Jeffries.  She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1975.  She was united in marriage to Bruce Michael Vandergon on August 14, 1976, in Atascadero, California.  She worked at McDonald’s in Russell and Hays for 17 years, as a file clerk for a law office, and for a call center in Omaha, Nebraska.  She enjoyed crocheting,

Jackie E. Benander, 92, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, October 06, 2024, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell, Kansas. Jack was born on November 27, 1931, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Theodore A. and Isabelle Ann (Ladner) Benander.  He grew up in Topeka, Kansas, and graduated from Topeka High School.  After high school Jack served his country and enlisted in the United States Army and served during the Korean War era.  After serving his country he worked for many years for the telephone company as a telephone lineman.  He met, fell in love and was united in

Linda Kay Neil, 72, of Hays, Kansas, and formerly of Russell, Kansas, passed away Thursday, October 3, 2024 at the Hays Medical Center. Linda was born December 31, 1951 in Russell, Kansas.  She was one of two daughters born to Bentley Bond and Natalie (Farris) Moody.  She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School.  She has lived most of her life in Russell, except for the last couple of years where she resided in Hays. Linda was in Banking most of her career.  She was the Assistant Vice President for Wilson State Bank in Russell, Kansas, where she retired due to health reasons in 2013.  Before that

Leonard E. Shannon, 95, of Russell, Kansas, died on Friday, September 27, 2024, at the Homestead Assisted Living Center in Russell. Leonard was born on March 29, 1929, in Ellsworth, Kansas, the son of Edmond L. and Ollie (Weinhold) Shannon.  He grew up in Dorrance, Kansas and graduated from Dorrance High School.  He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Dolores D. Major on October 09, 1955 in Russell.  From this union Leonard and Dolores were blessed with two children Randall and Lenette.  Leonard was owner and operator of Shannon’s Appliance opening his Russell store in the

Phillip George Gibbs, Jr. 71, died on Monday, September 23, 2024, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas. Phil was born on December 16, 1952, in Jamestown, New York, the son of Phillip George, Sr. and Betty Jane (Mason) Gibbs.  He grew up in Frewsburg, New York and graduated from Frewsburg High School.  He also lived in Cloverdale, Indiana and Indianapolis, Indiana for many years before moving to Russell, Kansas in 2019, working as a heavy machinery mover and millwright.  He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Linda Lorena Harmon on August 22, 2023, in

Mary Lois Parkhurst, 95, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday September 22, 2024, at the Main Street Manor in Russell, Kansas. Mary was born on February 01, 1929, in Russell, Kansas, the daughter of Carl W. and Olinda (Krug) Kilian.  She grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in 1948.  She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to James Lee Parkhurst on April 03, 1949, in Russell, Kansas.  From this union Mary and James were blessed with four children Pam, Daniel, Julie and Laura.  Mary was an avid Bridge and Canasta Player, she enjoyed