Arlene D. Hamel, 87, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, June 02, 2024, at the Wheatland Nursing Center in Russell, Kansas. Arlene was born on August 10, 1936, in Clyde, Kansas, the daughter of Harvey E. & Marie Rose (L’Ecuyer) Harper.  She grew up in Cloud County, Kansas on the family farm, located on the Republican River.  She attended country schools until 6th grade, then attended Clyde Grade School and graduated from Clyde High School in 1954.  She met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Joseph Ernest Hamel on November 12, 1955, in Clyde, Kansas.  From this

Terri Lynn Moreland, 65, of Russell, Kansas, died on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Ellsworth Medical Center in Ellsworth, Kansas. Terri was born on August 11, 1958, in Lamar, Colorado, the daughter of Mel and Mary Lou (Harmon) Polson.  She was raised by her mother and stepfather Ron Moreland who adopted her at a young age.  She grew up and lived most of her life in Colorado.  She was blessed with a son Justin R. Morland and they moved to Russell, Kansas in the late 1990’s.  She worked for several years in Russell at Myers Furniture as a salesperson

Evelyn Irene Kee, 96, of Natoma, Kansas, died on Monday, April 22, 2024, at the Redbud Village in Plainville, Kansas. Evelyn was born on May 13, 1927, in Pasadena, California, the daughter of Melvin and Berniece (Manley) Griffin.  She was very young when the family moved to Natoma, Kansas, and she graduated from Natoma High School in the class of 1944.  She was united in marriage to Raymond P. Luhman.  He passed away in March of 1950. To this marriage one son, Ray Luhman was born.    She worked as a secretary for Natoma Grade School for several years.  Later, she

Lois E. Cooper, 90, of Lucas, Kanss, died on Saturday, April 20, 2024, at the Hospice House of Reno County in Hutchinson, Kansas. Lois was born on November 20, 1933, in rural Osborne County, Kansas, the daughter of Ray and Mildred (Smith) Robinson. She grew up on the family farm north of Lucas, Kansas, and graduated from Lucas High School in the class of 1951 and attended one year of college at Ft. Hays State University. She was united in marriage to M. Francis “Sonny” Cooper on August 10, 1952, in Lucas, Kansas. From this union Lois and Sonny were

Dale David Ehrlich, 81, of Russell, Kansas, died on Wednesday April 17, 2024, at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas surrounded by his loving family. Dale was born on July 29, 1942, on the family farm in rural Russell, Kansas, the son of David C. and Amelia (Ehrlich) Ehrlich.  He grew up in Russell and graduated from Russell High School in the class of 1960.  He met, fell in love and was united in marriage to Twyla Mae Krug on February 27, 1965, in Russell.  From this union Dale and Twyla were blessed with 3 children, Thomas, Tori and

Ollie was born in Konawa, OK, in 1934, she moved to Kansas with her family when she was a child. She graduated in 1956 from the Kansas State Teachers College of Emporia with a bachelor’s degree in business and went on to teach high school home economics, typing, and other courses. After her marriage, Ollie moved to Nebraska, where her children were born, and from there to Ohio. She eventually settled in northern Virginia, where she found a home and many close friends who shared her interest in ensuring that women have opportunities to pursue their educational dreams. Toward that

Donna Boxberger-Vise, 80, of Johnstown, Colorado, passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023. Donna was born on September 7, 1943 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  The daughter of Betty Rae (Morgan and Dennis Bluejacket.  Dennis was killed in WWII in 1944.  Betty married Harlan Boxberger, who later adopted Donna.  She graduated from Russell High School in the Class of 1961. Donna was united in marriage to Kenny Hollinger in 1961.  This union was blessed with a daughter, Marcy.  Kenny and Donna later got a divorce.  Donna was united in marriage to Dale Vise in 1987. Donna was an

Ruby Mae (Staab) Nowak, 86, of Russell, Kansas, died peacefully on Friday, April 05, 2024, at the Hays Medical center in Hays, Kansas.  After 43 years, Ruby was joyfully reunited with the love of her life, Dale. Ruby was born on March 31, 1938, in Severin, Kansas, the daughter of Alexius and Celestina (Weigel) Staab.  She grew up on the family farm north of the Hays area and graduated from the Girls Catholic High School.  Ruby was united in marriage to Dale Nowak at St. Severin Catholic Church in Severin, KS on September 26, 1959. Born to this union were

Margaret Lou “Barney” (Barnhill) Roberts, 98, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Friday, April 5, 2024, at the Russell Regional Hospital in Russell. Barney was born January 22, 1926, in Tonkawa, Oklahoma.  She was one of five children born to George and Anna (Bidwell) Barnhill.  Her family resided in Tonkawa a few years before moving to Great Bend, Kansas.  She graduated from Great Bend High School in the Class of 1944. Barney was united in marriage to Donald Lee “Bud” Roberts on July 21, 1946, in Great Bend.  This union was blessed with two children; Mac and Lynn.  They made their

Ferninand “Fred” Weigel, Jr., 94, of Russell, Kansas, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024 at the Russell Regional Hospital with his family by his side. Fred was born February 11, 1930 in Emmeram, Kansas.  He was one of four children born to Ferninand, Sr. and Lidwina (Sander) Weigel.  He grew up in Emmeram and graduated from Victoria High School.  He then attended Ft. Hays State University.  He taught in a country school for a few years. Fred served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.  He was stationed overseas in Japan.  He returned to Kansas after his