Ellen Hoover (Posted 9/30/25)
Ellen (Kesler) Hoover May 20, 1930 – September 27, 2025
Ellen, 95 years old, passed away in Manhattan, Kansas on September 27, 2025. Ellen leaves behind her three children: Mike Hoover (Bobi), Jane Bartlett (Bob), Laura Thiel (Dave); seven great- grandchildren: Clarissa, Ashlyn (Trey), Adriana, Kamryn, Elly, Anna, and Samson. Ellen is also survived by her sister, Kate Kesler (Hatfield) and sister-in-law, Donna Kesler (Hixon).
Ellen was born and raised in Champaign, Ill. She was one of five siblings born to Clarence and Glenora Kesler. Ellen was married for over 60 years to William “Bill” Hoover who preceded her in death in 2010. Together Ellen and Bill moved to Colorado and then to Virginia before settling in Manhattan, Kansas, which has been home since 1966.
Elle was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many. She loved entertaining and inspired many with her ability to host the most delicious dinner parties and celebrations. She was an avid golfer and was proud to be the first female president of the Manhattan Country Club. Her competitive nature came to life both on the golf course and at the bridge table.
Those who knew Ellen are well aware that she seldom had idle hands – she was a quilter, knitter, rug braider, seamstress and enjoyed almost any type of creative endeavor.
Ellen was also passionate about her political beliefs. . . no one who met her could question how she stood on almost any political subject – she was a conservative and vert vocal republican through and through.
Simply put, she lived a well-lived life. No person is ever really gone, who lives on in the memories of their family and friends.
A celebration of life in honor of Ellen will be held at the Manhattan Country Club on Sunday October 19, 2025, from 2:00 until 4:00p.m.
Private inurnment will take place at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan.
The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Ellen to the Good Shepherd Homecare and Hospice House in Manhattan. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at ymlfuneralhome.com
Joseph Myers (Posted 9/30/25)
On May 25, 2002, in Branson, Missouri, Sam and Donna Myers welcomed their son, Joseph Wayne Myers, into the world. Born prematurely, Joseph came into life as a resilient fighter and grew to be the youngest of nine children.
As a child, Joseph loved playing outside with his sisters and building with Legos. He adored his family and was always eager to help, often with a joke or a laugh to lighten the mood.
Those who knew Joseph well would say he had two sides to his personality. He was funny, protective, and generous, yet also a little ornery at times. His heart was full of love for those around him, and he had a way of making everyone feel safe and bringing a smile to their face.
Joseph lived in Branson until the age of three, when his family moved to Kansas. From the small town of Humboldt to the college town of Manhattan, Kansas, he grew into a young man. He attended Manhattan High School and proudly graduated with the class of 2021.
After graduation, Joseph worked a few demolition and painting jobs but spent much of his time playing video games and being with family. He was always willing to lend a helping hand—though he’d make sure you knew it! He especially loved spending time with the younger kids in the family, teaching them to play new video games, ride hoverboards and bikes, and wrestling with them as the fun-loving uncle he was.
Joseph enjoyed watching Rick and Morty, listening to music, and cheering for his favorite team, the Kansas City Chiefs. Though not much of a sports fan otherwise, he never missed an opportunity to celebrate a Chiefs win. He loved horror movies and had a special fondness for Ghostface, Michael Myers, and Jason.
Joseph was many things to many people: a son, a brother, an uncle, a cousin, a nephew, a friend—but most of all, he was a good man who was taken from this world too soon. He now joins his father, Samuel Joseph Myers, in eternal rest and leaves behind countless loved ones who will miss him deeply.
He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Donna Myers, and a large and devoted family:Jamie Myers, Joy Myers, Emilia Myers, Sarah Myers, Janessa Myers, Jessica Joyce, Jordan Myers, Jackie Joyce, Rachel Cook, and many nieces, nephews, and extended relatives who cherished him — Akira, Alonzo, Amora, Aubrie, Emmy, Harmony, Jenna, Jeremiah, Jesse, Journie, Maddox, Maliyah, Maverick, Max, Nia, Noelani, Rhythm, Samuel, Simon, and so many more who loved “Uncle Joe.”
Until we see you again, Joe.
Irvin Parkview handled arrangements for cremation.
Donald TenEyck (Posted 9/29/25)
Donald Kenneth TenEyck, 94, of Alma, Kansas, passed away, Thursday, September 25, 2025, at his home. He was a life-long resident of the area.
Donald was born April 28, 1931, in McFarland, Kansas, the son of Raymond and Amanda (Senne) TenEyck. He attended Trinity and St. John Lutheran schools as well as Templen, Beman and Alta Vista High School. He then entered the United States Army and served with a rank of Sergeant in the front ranks of the Korean War.
Donald returned from the service and farmed near Alta Vista. In 1966, he moved to Alma where he was a carpenter and painter. He worked several years for Hendrick’s Hardware. He then took his handyman skills and operated his own business. Even after his retirement, Donald enjoyed flipping houses.
Donald was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alta Vista and then St. John Lutheran Church in Alma. He was also a member of the American Legion. He loved to do paint by number pictures and puzzles.
He married Elna E. Garanson at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Alta Vista on April 12, 1953. For over seventy-two years they shared their lives together and raised their family. Elna survives at their home.
Donald is also survived by his children; Susan Johnson (Richard), and Jeffrey TenEyck (Irene); his siblings, Eldon TenEyck, LeRoy TenEyck (Lucille); and his grandchildren, Kristin Coon (Scott), Branen Heideman (Brandy), Kylie Mulanax (Brian Quackenbush), Lori Webster, (Kevin), Amy Hanson, Shonda Poindexter and Russell Poindexter; as well as his great-grandchildren, Nathan, Bailey, Shaylee, Keaton, Danika, Caden, Colton, Mackenzie, Makayla, and Evan. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, his daughter and son-in-law, Sandra and Dick Heideman; his brothers, Dewey TenEyck, Edward TenEyck, Dale TenEyck, and Alfred TenEyck; and his sister, Leola Cooley.
A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, October 10, 2025, at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, Kansas. Reverend Robert Grimm will be officiating. Inurnment will follow at the Alta Vista Cemetery, Alta, Vista, Kansas. The family will greet friends prior to the service beginning at 9:30 am. They suggest memorial contributions to either “St. John Lutheran Church” or the “Wabaunsee County Public Transportation” and those may be sent in care of Campanella and Stewart Funeral Home, PO Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547. Online condolences may be left at www.campanellastewart.com.
Marilyn Shineman (Posted 9/29/25)
Marilyn Ann Shineman, 90, of Manhattan, Kansas, died on September 18, 2025, in Kansas City. She was born on December 2, 1934, in Frankfort, Kansas, as the second daughter of Lewis and Isla Costello Harry.
Marilyn attended Burnside School for eight years and graduated from Frankfort High School. She met the love of her life, Alan Rex Shineman in sixth grade. Alan told his best friend that he was going to marry that little girl. They were married on May 2, 1953. The couple were members of Cloverleaf Swingers Square Dance Club for 25 years, serving in various offices during that time, and traveled to all fifty states and five countries.
Before having children, she worked at Union National Bank and Kansas Farm Bureau. After raising her family, Marilyn was employed at Anderson Hall in Admissions, the Alumni Association, and the Dean of Engineering’s office at Kansas State University.
She volunteered as a Girl Scout leader for nine years at Bluemont Elementary, participated in the Home Demonstration Unit, and served on the county election board. Marilyn was an active member of First Presbyterian Church and the United Women’s Organization. She regularly walked at the mall, attended strength and chair yoga at Manhattan Senior Center, and assisted with church breakfasts. She enjoyed baking pies for the Fire Department in Bonner Springs, and attending New Dinner Theater. Even at 90, Marilyn embraced life with curiosity and joy—this summer she attended Symphony on the Prairie, learned to swim, and eagerly prepared for a winter cruise with her new passport. Above all, Marilyn will be remembered for her infectious laugh, her kindness, and the love she poured into her family and friends.
Survivors include two children: Kirby (Anne) Shineman of Canon City, Colorado, and Kelly (Rick) Ledgerwood of Basehor, Kansas; grandsons Justin Boyd of Gladstone, Missouri and Michael (Whitnee) Boyd of Lees Summit, Missouri; her sister Marjorie Oliver of Suwannee, Georgia; as well as nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, Alan R. Shineman, her parents, younger sister Carol Brady, and niece Sharon Brady.
Visitation will be held on Sunday October 12th from 3:00–5:00 pm at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.
Funeral services are scheduled for 10:00 am on Monday October 13th at First Presbyterian Church, 800 Leavenworth, Manhattan. Interment will follow at Sunset Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Music Ministry or the Manhattan Senior Center. Contributions and condolences to the family may be sent to Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, Kansas, 66502.
Nathen Boyce (Posted 9/26/25)
Nathen William ‘Nate” Boyce, age 44, died September 23, 2025, at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas, after lifelong health and medical struggles.
He was a member of Cross Point Church in Wamego and had a sincere faith in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. At 4 months of age, Nathen started showing symptoms of what was later called “auto-immune bowel disease” with his own immune system attacking his body. Nathen was the first baby to leave KU Medical Center on home TPN care in March of 1982, where mom and dad dedicated their lives to providing the best home IV care they could. Through years of experimental drug programs and the dedication of Dr. Jon Vanderhoof in Omaha, Nebraska, Nathen’s disease was held in a level of control that gave him a functional life. He was finally able to have the permanent IV catheter removed in October of 2006
Nathen is the son of Bill and Christy Hall Boyce of Wamego. Growing up on the family farm with his older sister Bethany Garren (Jarad) and his younger sister Rachele Thompson (Michael), he developed a love of farming with dad and grandpa and helped as much as his medical condition allowed. He could operate anything on the farm from planting, spraying, to combining. Nate was a natural helper.
Nathen attended Wamego schools from kindergarten through 8th grade and then was home-schooled with his younger sister Rachele through high school and graduated in 2000. In 1997, Nathen joined his dad in the hobby of long track kart racing, and he was instantly successful with his short stature and aggressive driving skills. He raced at Daytona Speedway, Road Atlanta, Heartland Park Topeka, Hallett Raceway, Oklahoma, Gateway in St. Louis, Motorsports Park near Ft Worth, TX, Lake Afton near Wichita, KS, and several more, winning several national titles and many local series races. He was known by racers all through the Midwest as a threat to win whenever he could race.
In 2006, after he was able to survive without the IV, his world got bigger, and he met and married Angela Christian of Mountain Home, AR, in April 2008. Angie survives at their home. After all the years of being on strong medicines and being told that children were probably not going to happen, they were blessed with their first child, Natasha, in June of 2009, then again blessed with a son, Memphis, in August 2010, and one more time, Serenitie, in March of 2015. Angie started developing signs of Multiple Sclerosis during her pregnancy with Serentie. Nathen went from being cared for to being the caregiver for Angie until his death.
Nathen is survived by his parents, Bill and Christy, wife Angie, children Natasha, Memphis, and Serenitie; sisters Bethany (Jarad) and Rachele (Michael), nieces and nephews Mason, Ethan, Marshall, and Turner Garren; Evelynn, William, Henry, and Ayla Thompson; and several extended family members.
Nathen was preceded in death by his grandparents, Everett and Viola Boyce, John and Illa Hall. Nathen never had an enemy and was liked by all who had time to converse or joke around with him. He made friends quickly and had quite a sense of humor. His non-threatening stature and outgoing personality drew people to him, and they left feeling better for knowing him.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Nate will lie in state starting at 4:00 p.m. at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home of Wamego.
A funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Cross Point Community Church, 612 US-24, Wamego, KS 66547, with Pastor Jol Klein officiating. Burial will follow the funeral service at Wamego City Cemetery in Wamego. A memorial contribution is pending and will be announced.
Jim Eggerman (Posted 9/26/25)
Jim Lee Eggerman, age 65 of Green, died August 27, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1960, in Clay Center, the son of John Wendell and Helen Joann (Morton) Eggerman.
Jim graduated from Kansas State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Sciences and Industry and was a third-generation member of the Gamma Chi chapter of Kappa Sigma Fraternity.
Alongside his father, John Wendell Eggerman, his care for the Eggerman Family farm demonstrated a lifelong connection to the land. He understood the rhythms of the seasons, the importance of diligent labor, and the blessing of a bountiful harvest. We celebrate Jim’s tireless efforts, long hours, and the strength and resilience required to work the land he loved so much.
An avid fisherman, outdoorsman, and expert marksman, who appreciated the gifts of nature, Jim loved to camp, feed hummingbirds, mark the flight of the eagles up and down Fancy Creek, and grow and share tomatoes. Jim attended the Bluegrass Festival at Winfield with dear friends every year for decades. A devoted father, he loved nothing more than spending time with his daughter Nicole.
Jim is survived by his beloved daughter, Dr. Nicole Lally; father, John Wendell Eggerman; sister, Ronda (Eggerman) Nelson; brother, Jeffrey Eggerman (Susan McAndrew); Nephews, Marc (Stacey) Nelson, Peter (Elena) Nelson and John (Wendy) Eggerman; Nieces, Tina Nelson (David Krugler) and Emily Eggerman; Great Nephews, Calvin Nelson and Brayden Nelson; Great Nieces, Lillian Nelson, Delaney Nelson, and Kierstin Nelson.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 am, September 27, 2025 at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Burial will be at the Mayday Cemetery immediately following.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial donation may be made to the Mayday Cemetery and sent in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.
Rick Thomas (Posted 9/25/25)
Rick Thomas, age 76, died September 13, 2025, in Newport Beach, California at Hoag Hospital from a blood staph infection.
After graduating from Manhattan High School in 1967, he continued his education at Kansas State University with degrees in Mathematics and Milling Science and Management in 1971 and 1974. He worked at Archer Daniels Midland Milling Company in Minneapolis, Minnesota and Los Angeles, California and Cereal Food Processors in Los Angeles and Ogden, Utah. Rick received in 1998 the Milling Operative of the Year by Milling & Baking News at the International Association of Operative Millers Convention.
Rick married Lari Dellen on August 17, 1974, in White Bear Lake, Minnesota and they recently celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary. They were never blessed with children but through their years of marriage their four-legged children loved them dearly.
After retiring, Rick started cycling. He rode BAK (Biking Across Kansas) three times. Four days, sometime five, he rode at least 30 to 50 miles down Pacific Coast Highway. His other hobby and one he was most proud of; he and a good friend restored a 1957 TR3 Triumph. Every Sunday, Rick took his TR3 for “exercise” on PCH. He loved traveling through the western states, being outdoors, camping, hiking, and riding ATVs.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Wilton and Nada Jo Marshall Thomas and in-laws Marie and Merlin Dellen.
A celebration of life gathering will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m. at RC McGraw’s Bar & Grill in the Blue Hill’s Room, 2317 Tuttle Creek Boulevard in Manhattan.anhattan, Kansas 665
Memorial contributions may be made to: Kansas State University Milling Science & Management – Fund #O94390 to benefit students of milling science. Donations may be mailed to the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com
Brian Gray (Posted 9/25/25)
Brian Thomas Gray, 49, son of Richard and Carolyn Gray, was born in Manhattan, Kansas on July 7, 1976. He passed away on September 23, 2025, after a battle with cancer.
Brian attended Manhattan High School and graduated from Kansas State University in 2003 with a Master’s Degree in Reproductive Physiology of Cattle.
He married the love of his life, Jill Baldwin, in 2004. They were soulmates; truly a “one in a million” chance meeting that led to 21 years of marriage. Three beautiful children blessed this marriage. He became “Mr. Mom” in the early years of his children’s lives. As they got older, he followed them everywhere supporting all their activities, and he was their “#1 Fan.” He also was the accountant in Jill’s dental office.
He taught Bible School, was active in the church and community and always a “giver.” Brian had a passion for all things outdoors from hunting, hiking, and shooting sports. He was very kind, generous, loving, supportive, honest, and had a great sense of humor. Brian was always thinking of others before himself.
He is survived by wife, Jill, and three children: Logan, Lindsay, and Langston; his parents, Richard and Carolyn Gray; his brother, Mark and wife Cynthia; nieces, Ali and Malia; a half-brother, Eddie, and half-sister Annita and husband Scott and their daughter Madison.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Sidney and Wilma Jorgensen, and Herbert and Violet Gray.
Brian will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.
Respect calls may be made from noon until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home in Waterville.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 27, 2025, at the University Christian Church, 2800 Claflin Road, Manhattan, Kansas 66502. The graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday in the Maplewood Cemetery, west of Barnes.
Memorials may be made to the Brian Gray Memorial Fund, to be determined later. Contributions may be left in care of the Christie-Anderes Funeral Home, PO Box 61, Waterville, Kansas 66548.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.apfunerals.com.
Willard Olson (Posted 9/24/25)
Willard Galen Olson, of Burdick, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025, leaving behind a legacy rooted in agriculture, education, and service to others. He was 85 years old.
Born on February 20, 1940, in Burdick, Kansas, Willard was raised on his family’s farm and commercial livestock operation, where he developed a lifelong passion for agriculture. His interest in livestock was sparked at an early age during a visit to the Topeka Fair, and by age 12, he was active in 4-H, showing beef cattle and hogs and participating in livestock judging — a pursuit he continued through high school.
After graduation, Willard worked at the CK Ranch in Brookville, Kansas. It was during this time he met Shirley Schultz, whom he married May 28, 1961. Together they moved to Manhattan, Kansas, where Willard earned his undergraduate degree in Animal Science from Kansas State University. He was a proud member of the 1969 K-State Livestock Judging Team.
Willard dedicated 25 years of his professional life to the K-State Extension Service. A forward-thinker in his field, he pioneered the use of modern ultrasound equipment for carcass data collection in the livestock industry. He was a respected livestock judge at county and state fairs across the country and served as the beef cattle superintendent for both the Kansas State Fair and the Kansas Junior Livestock Show for 15 years.
Even after his retirement from K-State in 1995, Willard remained deeply involved in agriculture. He continued to offer the Olson farm and swine operation as an educational point for livestock teams for many years. The Olson’s often hosted judging teams prior to the American Royal and provided classes for the K-State Judging camps for several years. Willard and Shirley also served as 4-H swine leaders. Their goal was to education and entertain every child that came through their door. Willard served on the National Duroc Board as well as the National Swine Registry Executive Board.
Willard is survived by one son, Casey (Kelsey) Olson and two grandchildren Nela and Covin Olson of Manhattan, one brother Dennis Olson of Elgin, OK and friend Maureen Peterson of Wichita, KS.
He was preceded in death by his wife Shirley Olson, parents Melvin and Bertha (Smith) Olson, sisters Elaine Patton and Norma Green.
The family will greet friends during a visitation from 4:30 until 6:00p.m. on Thursday September 25, 2025, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Hebron Lutheran Church in Burdick. Interment will follow at the Hebron Lutheran Church Cemetery.
The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Williard to the Hebron Lutheran Church, Lutheran Campus Ministry, or the Riley County 4-H. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com
Daniel Hughes (Posted 9/21/25)
Daniel Keith Hughes, 43, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Thursday (September 18, 2025) at his home in Manhattan.
Born June 27, 1982 in Manhattan, Daniel was the son of Guy and Patsy (Koerner) Hughes. He was previously married to Amanda Mead. On October 14, 2021, Daniel married Betsy Oleson in Sioux Falls, SD. She survives.
An avid reader, Daniel also enjoyed watching documentaries on T.V. and spending time with his family.
Daniel was currently employed as a manager for Serve Pro in Manhattan.
Survivors include his wife, Betsy; his parents, Guy & Patsy Hughes; three children, Robert Hughes, Thomas Hughes and Nicole Hughes; his father in law and mother in law, Ken & Bonnie Oleson; and three sisters in law, Amber Melius (Levi), Elizabeth Oleson (John Town) and Dynasty Carnahan (Brandon).
Daniel was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dwight & June Hughes and Chuck & Betty Koerner.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning (September 25, 2025) at 10:30 at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego with the Rev. Dr. Tony Mattia officiating.
Visitation will be Wednesday evening (September 24, 2025) from 5:00 to 7:00 at Trinity Baptist Church in Wamego.
Graveside services will be held Friday afternoon (September 26, 2025) at 1:00 at the Severy Southlawn Cemetery in Severy, KS
Memorials contributions are suggested to Pawnee Mental Health in Manhattan. Please make checks payable to Pawnee Mental Health and those may be left with Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, P. O. Box 48, Wamego, KS 66547
Margaret Figge (Posted 9/21/25)
Margaret (Coe) Figge, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on July 27, 1932, in Greenock, Scotland, Margaret lived a life marked by grace, resilience, and unwavering love for her family.
Raised with strong Catholic values, Margaret dedicated herself to nurturing those around her. Her kindness was instinctive, her wisdom hard-earned, and her laughter a gift to all who knew her.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Clarmont Figge; parents, Alfred and Mary (Gordon) Coe; brothers, Alfred Coe, Charlie Coe, Edward Coe, Fredrick Coe, Frank Coe; sisters, Bridget Irby and Cathrine Darakjian. She is survived by her children: Kevin (Kelly) Figge, Colleen (Wayne) Walls, Eric (Stacey) Figge, and Chrissy (David) Parker; grandchildren: Nicholas (Danielle) Figge, Jessica (Luis) Palos, Timothy (Kassandra) Vaughan, Johnna (Christian) Cox, Joseph (Markio) Burger, Emily Quick, Ashley Cope, Tanner (Annie) Harding; eight great-grandchildren; brother Gordon Coe; sister Mary Bassler; and many nieces and nephews who will carry forward her legacy of compassion, love, and generosity.
Margaret comes from a traditional Scottish catholic family being the middle child of ten. As the middle child, her older siblings were off working or serving in the Royal Military, leaving her to tend over her younger siblings. Margaret had the uncanny ability to rattle off all of the siblings’ names in order, forwards or backwards, in a melodic rhythm in less than 15 seconds to the amazement to those she cantered it off to. Most of her siblings were strewn across the globe. The moments she cherished most were when she and her sisters reunited after long stents apart, especially the five years she spent living in Florida with Bridget and Mary.
Margaret moved to the United States under the sponsorship of Dr. & Mrs. Donio to be a live-in nanny for them making the trip to the states on the Queen Mary. After her service was complete with the Donio’s, she moved to Allentown PA., where she met her husband at the local USO where her and friends often went to dance. They returned to her husband’s home state of Kansas to be wed and eventually landed in the Kansas City area where they raised their family.
Once Margaret’s kids started school, she began working as cafeteria staff in the Turner School District. She spent over 30 years there, serving meals to students, including her own children and eventually her grandchildren. Margaret was a life member of the Moose Lodge #1999 where she and her husband spent their leisure time supporting the lodges many charities, dancing on Saturday nights (where they were known as Fred & Ginger), playing bingo on Friday nights and Sunday socials. She attended St. John the Evangalist & Sacred Heart Catholic churches faithfully.
Margaret enjoyed playing the slot machines, not only in Las Vegas, but also at the local casinos in Kansas City and taking senior bus day trips to various surrounding casinos. She enjoyed watching game shows, classic movies and TV shoes, and any show with John Wayne or Tom Selleck in them. She would watch TV and work her word search puzzles in her later years. Her stories about her life growing up in Scotland were enjoyed by all she met. Growing up in Scotland during World War II was quite daunting during her childhood years and provided interesting stories.
A memorial service will be held Thursday afternoon (October 2, 2025) at 2:00 at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. Burial will follow at St. Luke Lutheran South Cemetery in Wheaton, KS.
Visitation will be Thursday afternoon (October 2, 2025) from 1:00 until the time of the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Catholic Charities, Moose Lodge #1999, or St. Luke Lutheran Church Wheaton, KS in honor of her generous spirit. Please make checks payable to the organization of your choice and those may be left with Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, KS. 66547.
Margaret’s memory will live on in the stories we share, the traditions we uphold, and the love she gave so freely.
Norma Buseman (Posted 9/19/25)
Norma Jane “Janie” Buseman, age 90 of Riley, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at her home.
She was born on May 11, 1935, in Manhattan, the daughter of Edwin and Blanche (Hibner) Funk.
She married Darrell Dean Buseman on October 28, 1955, at the Riley Presbyterian Church. He preceded her in death in 2018.
Janie was grade schoolteacher for 56 years, teaching her first 5 years in a one room school and 51 years in the Riley County Grade School. She was a member of the Riley Presbyterian Church and the Ahearn Fund at Kansas State University. She enjoyed attending the Riley Senior Meals, gardening, crocheting, reading, and Bible study.
She is survived by one son, Deloss Buseman of Parker, Colorado; one daughter, Delaine Buseman of Grandview, Missouri; one sister, Charlene Hodges of St. George, Kansas and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Darrell Buseman, she was preceded in death by her parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home with Pastors Gerry Sharp and Kevin Larson officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 7:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Riley Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Johnson Cancer Research Center at KSU and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.apfunerals.com.
Ruth Ann Lackey (Posted 9/18/25)
Ruth Ann Lackey, age 77, of Huntsville, Alabama and formerly of Manhattan, passed away September 13, 2025, at the Crestwood Medical Center in Huntsville.
She was born on August 25, 1948, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of William and Elizabeth (Ross) Henderson. After graduating from high school in the class of 1966, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education, and she later earned her master’s degree in Elementary Education.
On August 14, 1971, in Atchison, she was united in marriage to Dale Lackey. He preceded her in death September 14, 2012.
She taught grade school for 32 years, mostly teaching 4th grade. Ruth enjoyed teaching children and watching them learn. She was employed with USD 383 in Manhattan for 27 years. Following her retirement, she was a member of and volunteered with the KARSP (Kansas Association of Retired School Personnel) and the MAREA (Manhattan Area Retired Educators Association)
Ruth was a member of the First Christian Church in Manhattan for many years. She was involved with many church groups and volunteered to help as often as she could with church events.
Ruth later moved to Alabama in 2014. There she enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s sporting events and activities. She became a member of the First Christian Church in Huntsville and was highly active in many church organizations and events. She loved going to local musicals and plays in Alabama. Some of favorite hobbies were gardening and having quiet time reading.
In addition to her husband Dale, she was preceded in death by her son John Lackey, on February 10, 2020.
She is survived by her daughter Christi Sexton and her husband David, of Huntsville, and her grandchildren, Cara Sexton and Evan Sexton, and her brother Jim Henderson.
Graveside services for Ruth will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday September 20, 2025, at the Sunrise Cemetery in Manhattan, with Pastor Laurie Lewis officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to the First Christian Church of Huntsville or the First Christian Church of Manhattan. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Sigrid Straub (Posted 9/16/25)
Sigrid Elma Louise Holstein Straub, 90, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on September 13, 2025, (the 55th anniversary of her father’s passing) at Vintage Park Assisted Living in Wamego, Kansas.
Sigrid was born on April 10, 1935, in East Prussia, later becoming Germany, to parents Karl and Hertha (Neumann) Holstein. She lost a baby sister, Urte Regina and her mother during WWII. She and her brother, Ulrich Karl, spent time in an orphanage in Poland until they were able to reunite with their father and extended family. Sigrid began correspondence with Norbert Straub with Christine Setzer acting as their interpreter. She made the decision to emigrate to the U.S. in 1958, sponsored by her future brother-in-law, Walter Straub. She married Norbert on February 3, 1959, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Flush, Kansas. She learned English with help from Norbert’s family and Father Biehler, priest of St. Joseph Church. From their marriage, two children were born, Silke and Bernard. Norbert preceded her in death in 1996. Throughout her life in the United States, she stayed in touch with her extended family in Germany.
Sigrid was a gentle soul. She had a passion for knitting and crocheting. She found joy in gardening, both vegetables and flowers. Her home became a gathering place for her new family and friends. She and Norbert later opened their hearts and arms by babysitting all their grandchildren.
Sigrid is survived by her children, Silke Arand and Bernard (Brenda) Straub; her beloved grandchildren, Christopher Arand, Scott Arand, Robert (Sherry) Arand, Eric Straub, John Straub, and Nichole (Phil) Dreiling; and great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, J.D., Piper, Axle, Margo, Greta, Sybil, Zayne, Savannah, and Austin. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and extended family in the United States and Germany.
Sigrid was preceded in death by her parents, brother, sister, spouse, grandson, Russell Arand, and son-in-law, Ron Arand.
Sigrid’s family will greet friends during a visitation on September 22, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego, Kansas. A funeral service will be held on September 23, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Wamego. Burial will follow the funeral service at Wamego City Cemetery in Wamego.
Sigrid’s family suggests memorial contributions to “Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church” and those may be sent in care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48, Wamego, Kansas, 66547. Online condolences may be made at www.campanellastewart.com.
Steven Glanzer (Posted 9/16/25)
The cattle have been herded for the final time. Steven Glanzer, age 74, a true steward of the land, passed away on September 11, 2025, doing what he loved on his family farm.
Steven, beloved son of Earl and Ada (Yungeberg) Glanzer, was born on July 24, 1951, in Clay Center, Kansas, and grew up on the family farm. He attended his grammar years at local country schools until they closed, then transferred to Blue Valley and graduated in 1969.
From an early age, Steve developed a deep love for the land and cattle ranching, a way of life he would carry on throughout his years. In addition to raising cattle, he was a dedicated farmer, cultivating wheat, soybeans, and corn with the same care and dedication he showed to all he did. He also worked as a cattle buyer, contributing his expertise to the ranching community. In 2014, Steve began raising drug-free cattle working with Niman Ranch.
Steve proudly served his country in the Kansas National Guard from 1970 to 1976, staying close to help his parents manage the farm during that time.
A man of deep faith, Steve lived his life guided by Christian principles. He attended St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, where he was baptized and confirmed, faithfully and sharing his beliefs through actions of kindness, generosity, and service. His faith was central to his family, work, and community life, and he inspired those around him with his quiet devotion and moral example.
He married Lenita Glanzer on June 1, 1991, sharing many happy years together.
He is survived by his wife, Lenita Glanzer; his children Ryan McClintock of Salina; Amanda (Peter) Shay of Wichita, KS; Cortney (Jamey) Kinyon of Spring Hill, KS ; Chad (Beth) Glanzer of Lerna, IL; Garrett (Christen) Glanzer of Randolph, KS; and Gerod (Maddie) Glanzer of Randolph, KS. He is also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren: Mya and Ian; Kayla (Austin), Conner, Christian, and Kai; Noah and Caelyn; Graham; and Olivia and Dawson as well as his great-grandchildren Saylor, June, and Presley.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Ada Glanzer, and his brother, Charles Glanzer.
Steve is also survived by many extended family members and a host of friends who will cherish his memory.
He will be remembered for his quiet strength, generosity, and unwavering dedication to family, friends, and community. Whether working long hours on the ranch, tending the fields, or spending time with loved ones, his life reflected commitment, faith, and love.
The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 16, 2025, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, south of Barnes, Kansas, with Rev. Randy Jahnke officiating. Burial will follow at St. John’s Cemetery at Fancy Creek, west of Winkler.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Lutheran Church or St. John’s Cemetery and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home, PO Box 176, Riley, Kansas 66531.
Steven’s legacy of faith, service, hard work, and love will live on through his family and all who knew him.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.apfunerals.com.
Lee Ann Silva (Posted 9/16/25)
Lee Ann (Rousey) Silva, age 64, passed away peacefully in her home in Manhattan, KS on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Lee Ann was born July 9, 1961. She was the youngest child of Robert “Bob” and Mary Lou (Harwood) Rousey. Lee Ann was a life-long resident of Manhattan, apart from one year in Ojai, California. Lee Ann graduated from Manhattan High School in 1979 and attended Kansas State University.
She married Christopher “Chris” Silva in Branson, MO on September 12, 1987. Their love story was admired by all who knew them. They were a fun-loving couple who enjoyed gardening, jeep rides on the prairie, attending concerts, and caring for their many pets.
Over her career, Lee Ann worked at Kansas State Bank, as the Food Program Director at the Center for Child Development at Kansas State University, for Horticulture Services, and her own business LA Cakes & Cookie Bouquets. Her recent years were spent caring for her husband during his battle with cancer and her mother. She found joy in her many arts and crafts projects, walks to the creek, and baking creations.
Lee Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband, her parents, her brother Nicholas Rousey, and mother-in-law Ruby Silva.
She is survived by her brother Bob Rousey (Carol) of San Juan Capistrano, CA, niece Kristin Umscheid of Ojai, CA, grand-nieces Jasmine Umscheid and Maple Umscheid, father-in-law John Silva, brothers-in-law Phil Silva and Danny Silva and sister-in-law Lisa McAdams. Lee Ann will be deeply missed by all her friends and family and her five feline companions.
Celebration of Life to be held on Friday October 3, 2025 at the Blue Hills Room, 2315 Tuttle Creek Blvd in Manhattan from 6:00 until 8:00p.m.
Memorial contributions in memory of Lee Ann are suggested to Purple Power Animal Welfare Society. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
John Brychta (Posted 9/16/25)
John J. Brychta, 76, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on September 10, 2025.
He was born on March 21, 1949, in Marysville, Kansas. He attended Hanover High School where he graduated in 1967.
John served in the US Army from 1968-1970 where he served in the Vietnam War. He was a member of National Dusters, Quad & Searchlights Associations, and attended annual meetings.
He spent close to 50 years in the floor covering business and worked at KSU doing furniture upholstery and repair.
He spent the last 43 years living at Lake Elbo enjoying lake life. He had several different boats while living at the lake and could be found with a rod and reel casting off the dock he built in his back yard.
John spent lots of time working on and around his home. There was always a plentiful garden and a manicured lawn. As well as several rock walls he built around the property.
His pride and joy was restoring his 1969 Camaro. He bought it after he returned from Vietnam and sold it after 5 years only to find the old car 30 years later. He spent several years bringing his car back to life and into showroom condition.
He had a passion for classic rock music, especially Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, and Tom Petty. He enjoyed attending their concerts.
He liked to travel in their RV spending winters going south to Texas, Arizona, Florida, and Mexico.
John also enjoyed spending time with his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Rita, his children, Josh Brychta and Ali Ross and son-in-law Bryan Ross; his grandchildren, Dakota and Easton Ross; his stepchildren, Chad Cecil, Ty Cecil, and daughter-in-law Paige Hayes; siblings David Brychta and Annette Kelch.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Anne Brychta, and his sister, Judy Dollins.
Graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00a.m. Friday October 17, 2025, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00p.m. Friday October 17, 2025, at the Lake Elbo Clubhouse in Manhattan.
Memorial contributions in memory of John are suggested the Lake Elbo Club. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com