Kandy Stemple

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Kandy Lynn Stemple, 57, of Erie, died at 12:48 p.m., Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at the Freeman West Hospital in Joplin. Death was unexpected.

She was born January 24, 1961 in Parsons to Carl W. Cole and Norma A. (Reed) Cole. Her early childhood years were in Parsons and the family moved to Thayer, where she grew up and attended schools.

She married Gary Cosby and lived in Altamont a few years. They later divorced. She married James Stemple on August 25, 1985, in Chanute. They lived in Chanute after their marriage and she had been employed at Everbrite and at the Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center. She also drove for an expediting service. Her husband preceded her in death on May 19, 2006.

Kandy had lived in Erie since 1999. She was a member of the Galesburg Christian Church and enjoyed family activities, sporting activities, cooking and crocheting.

Survivors include two sons, Justin Wayne Cosby and wife Rachele, of Walnut and Jesse James Stemple, of Basehor; nine grandchildren; a brother, Kevin Cole and wife Becky, of Parsons and a sister, Carla Rush and husband Steve. of Erie.
She was preceded in death by an infant son, Jason Cosby and an infant grandson, Chase Cosby.

FUNERAL SERVICES –will be at 10.00 a.m., Tuesday, at the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home in Erie, with Pastor Jim Frech officiating. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery in Chanute.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:30 until 8:00 Monday evening at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Proud Animal Loves Shelter (PALS) in Parsons. They may be left at the funeral home or sent to P.O. Box 182, Erie, KS. 66733.

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George White

(From Brenner Mortuary)

George N. White Sr., 78, of Pittsburg, passed away at 12:10 p.m., Monday, August 27, 2018, at Via Christi Hospital.

He was born September 12, 1939, at Pittsburg, KS, the son of Gordon G. and Aline (Griffith) White.

On May 12, 1956, he was united in marriage to Barbara (Beckley) White at Miami, OK. She preceded him in death on September 25, 2014.

Mr. White worked as a truck driver.

He is survived by one son, George White Jr. of Pittsburg, one daughter, Aline Edwards of Branson, MO, eight grandchildren, George White III, Crystal McCabe, Bobbie Kellogg, Kisha Johns, April Edwards, Kristen Williams, Ray Edwards, and Angel Akers, twenty three great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.

He is preceded in death by his wife Barbara White, his parents, and one son, Gordon Earl White.

A graveside service for Mr. White is set for 11:30 a.m., Friday, August 31, 2018, at the Crocker Cemetery, with Reverend Jim Sukraw conducting the service. Family and friends are asked to meet at the cemetery. Friends may call at the Brenner Mortuary from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m., Friday, to sign the register book. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

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Martha Anderson

(From Paul Thomas Funeral Home)

Martha Jo Anderson of Miami, OK passed from this life Sunday, August 26, 2018 at her home. She was 71.

Martha was born March 2, 1947 in Miami, OK to Woodrow Wilson and Gladys Helen (Titus) Williams. Martha graduated from Afton High School class of 1965. She had lived in Miami since 1967 moving from Bluejacket. Martha worked at Glen Berry in Commerce, Burlington and Haywood Garment Manufacturers in Miami, B.F. Goodrich in Miami, Oklahoma Leather and Don Hume Leather in Miami and she was a cook and server at Miami Tribe Nutrition Center.

Martha is survived by her husband Mike Anderson of the home, her son Aaron Jack Anderson of the home, her daughter Patricia Mitchell and husband Kenneth of Columbus, KS, 2 brothers John Williams of Bluejacket, OK and Alan Williams and wife Sandy of Bluejacket, OK, her sister Margie Harper of Grove, OK and her grandson Levi Mitchell.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 31, 2018 at G.A.R. Cemetery in Miami, OK. Services have been placed in the care of the Paul Thomas Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Miami, OK. Online condolences may be made at www.paulthomasfuneralhomes.com.

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Patricia Brunenn

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Patricia “Pat” Ann Brunenn, 70, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away at 3:04 p.m. Sunday, August 26, 2018 at Cox South Medical Center in Springfield, Missouri.

She was born February 18, 1948 in Pittsburg, Kansas, the daughter of Samuel and Neva M. (Grandle) Stephens. Patricia attended McCune grade schools and graduated from McCune High School.

On April 20, 1968, she was united in marriage to Carl Brunenn at McCune, Kansas. They just recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. He survives of the home.

Patricia worked as a bookkeeper and field insurance auditor for Liberty Mutual Insurance Company.

Membership was held in the United Methodist Church of McCune and later in Ozawkie, Kansas. She was a member of the Kent Chapter Order of Eastern Star #117 of Weir, Kansas. She enjoyed gardening and sewing and attending her children’s and grandchildren’s activities.

In addition to her husband Carl, she is survived by a daughter, Cortney Keaton and her husband, Miles of Louisburg, Kansas; a son, Andrew Brunenn and his wife Lindsay of Wamego, Kansas; a brother, Gary Stephens and his wife Carol of McCune, KS; a sister, Joyce Caratura and her husband Frank of Leavenworth, KS; and five grandchildren, Skylar Keaton, Sydney Keaton, Lindsay Keaton, Allison Brunenn and Evyn Folck; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday (Aug. 30) at the Brenner Mortuary with Reverend Linda Eads officiating. Burial will be in the Fort Scott National Cemetery. Order of Eastern Star rites will be given at 6:15 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 29) by the Kent Chapter #117 of Weir. The family will receive friends Wednesday (Aug. 29) from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. The family suggests memorials be given to Boys Town and/or St. Joseph’s Indian School. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Online condolences may be left at www.brennermortuary.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg.

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Martha Neet

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Martha Ann (Cao) Neet, 88 years old, of Pittsburg, passed away at 11:45 a.m., Wednesday, August 22, 2018, at the Via Christi Village, family members surrounding her.

Martha was born September 3, 1929, to Joseph Marion and Elizabeth Nora (Dowell) Cao in Madisonville, KY. The family moved to Warren, AR while Martha was still in grade school. The family also lived in El Dorado, AR and Hope, AR. Martha graduated from High School in Hope, AR, at the age of 16. She moved to Pittsburg, KS, with her brother and father in 1946. She attended two years at Kansas State Teacher's College (now PSU).

While living at Goldie's Boarding House she met Jack Neet. They were married March 11, 1950. He preceded her in death on April 23, 2009.

Martha was a member of the Pittsburg Seventh Day Adventist Church for 60 years. She was very active in the church serving in many capacities. Ill health had prevented her from attending in recent years.

Martha worked for Dr. Bartolini at KSTC while she was in college. She worked for the Census Bureau in Pittsburg, KS. She was a talented and hard worker as demonstrated by her many bonus checks. She also was the secretary at the PSU Nursing Department for Dr. Cecilia Waggoner. Martha was known for her famous cinnamon rolls which she shared with many friends. Her skills as a seamstress were outstanding. She sewed for all her daughters and all her granddaughters. She was an avid reader and read her Bible through many times. She was a gardener, planting flowers in her later years. She enjoyed crafts. She accomplished a lot and will be greatly missed.

Special thanks to the staff at Via Christi Village and Avalon Hospice for their wonderful care and support.

Martha is survived by six children, Judith Nash of Pittsburg, Barbara (John) Bartholomew of Hendersonville, NC, Kathleen (Llewellyn) Seibold of Traverse City, MI, Kenneth Neet of Spartanburg, SC, Barry Neet of Gardner, KS, and Robin (Jay) Humbard of Pittsburg, KS. She was a wonderful Grandma and Nana to seventeen grandchildren and two great grandsons. Grandchildren are Jeremy Bartholomew, Joshua Bartholomew, Daniel Hardin, David Hardin, Aaron Seibold, Annalisa Martins, Annika Lorenz, Jason Neet, Tori Neet, Kristin Humbard, Brandon Humbard, Raven Yotz, Lauren Humbard, Isaac Humbard, Levi Humbard, Noah Humbard and Joseph Humbard and two great grandsons, Jackson Young and Ezra Humbard. She is also survived by one brother, Dr. Jerome Cao of Redlands, CA; he was of special help and support through the years, and two nephews, Jeff Cao and Kurt Cao.

In addition to her husband, she is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, B.J. Cao and William Cao.

A memorial service for Martha will be held at a later date. Private family burial will take place in the Frontenac City Cemetery. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

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Robert Hill

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Robert E. Hill, 74, of Girard, died at 10:05 p.m., Tuesday, August 21, 2018 in Freeman Hospital in Joplin, Missouri.

Rob was born August 8, 1944 in Girard, a son of Willard and Ida (Palmer) Hill. Rob grew up in Girard and graduated from Girard High School in 1962.

He served in the US Army and the US Air Force in Viet Nam from 1964 until 1969.

Rob graduated from Pittsburg State University in 1974 with a BS in Accounting. He worked as an accountant for HMS Enterprises in Brazilton, Kansas from 1974 until retiring to Waldron, Arkansas in 2007.

Rob returned to Girard in 2016.

Rob was a former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Carbondale, Kansas and the George C. Brown Post No. 26, American Legion of Girard where he served 5 terms as Commander, Adjutant for over 33 years, and 2 terms as 3rd District Commander.

Rob enjoyed his family, fishing, and hunting.

In 1988, Rob, Dennis “Little” Gillard, and Randy Geier helped organize and establish a fund for “The Big Flag” memorial at the American Legion in Girard before it was first raised in 1991.
Survivors are Rob’s son, Shane Hill, and his wife, Shauna, of Athens, Texas; his sisters, Wilma Pulliam of Girard and Mary McVey of Mineola, Texas; his grandchildren, David Worley, Kaela Lopez, and Lauren Sams; his great-grandchildren, Nolan Sams and Rylee Worley; his lifelong family friends are John Slavin of Waldron and Bill Slavin of Warsaw, Missouri; a niece and nephew; his dog, Saint.

He was preceded in death by his brothers Arthur, Marion, and George Hill; a sister, Freda Noe.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 p.m., Friday at the Girard Cemetery with Commander John Hocevar officiating. Burial will follow the services with Military Honor given by the George C. Brown Post No. 26, American Legion of Girard. 

Visitation will be Thursday from 7:00 p.m. till 8:00 p.m., friends may call after 3:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to “The Big Flag” and these may be left at the Smith-Carson-Wall Funeral Home, 518 W St. John, Box 258, Girard, 66743.

Condolences may be sent to www.wallfuneralservices.com

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Stephen Hite

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Stephen D. Hite, 70, of Pittsburg, KS died August 20, 2018 from injuries sustained in an auto accident south of Pittsburg, KS.
He was born August 5, 1948 in Pittsburg, KS the son of Darrel and Eloise (Stephens) Hite.

He graduated from the Southeast Rural High School with the Class of 1966. He went on to Pittsburg State University where he graduated with a Bachelors of Education Degree in May 1970, then received his Masters Degree in 1972.

He began his education career in 1970, and then took a 13 year break to run Hite enterprises where he owned Pronto Convenient Stores and was a Mobil Oil Distributor to local farms. He returned to education in 1989 where he completed 31+ combined years finishing in Kingman, AZ.

On January 15, 1988 he was united in marriage to Dixie Breiner in Las Vegas, NV, she survives him of the home.
Additional survivors include two daughters: Mona (John) Botter and Regina (Jeff) McGinnis both of Rio Rancho, NM; two brothers: Greg (Bea) Hite and Stu (Amy) Hite both of Pittsburg, KS; four grandchildren: Mikayla and Colten Madison, Katelyn Botter and Alexandria McGinnis along with numerous nieces, nephews, and great niece & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a son Keith Darrel Hite, a daughter Angela Hite and a brother Gary Hite.

He was a member of the Black Diamond Masonic Lodge in Weir, where he had attained his 3rd degree. He also was an avid card player and sports enthusiast. He played softball for over 40 years and officiated youth football, baseball and basketball

Funeral services will be 10 am Saturday, August 25, 2018 at the Bath-Naylor Funeral Home with Pastor Kyle Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in the Cherokee City Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6-8 pm Friday evening. Condolences may be left atwww.bathnaylor.com. Memorials may be made to the Keith Hite Memorial Scholarship Fund at Pittsburg State University; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. 

Services by Bath-Naylor Funeral Home 522 S. Broadway Pittsburg, KS.

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Courtney Landrum

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Courtney Landrum, 51, of Pittsburg, passed away Friday, August 17, 2018 at Via Christi Hospital in Pittsburg.

He was born February 2, 1967 at Decatur, Illinois. His father is Ajay Landrum, Jr. and his mother’s name is Dorothy Dian (Ross) Landrum. His father was serving in the U.S. Army at the time of Courtney’s birth.

Courtney was admitted to Parsons State Hospital and Training Center when he was 12 years of age. He also resided at Tri-Co of Osawatomie, Kansas and New Horizons of Pittsburg. He transitioned to New Hope Services in 2008 and remained there until his passing.

Courtney was non-verbal and his eyesight was failing, but he was able to communicate through facial expressions and body language. Courtney could be pleasant and friendly and he would smile and wave at those he cared about. His hugs and pats were the best when he gave them because you knew then that he loved you.

Courtney loved to swing, listen to music, go bowling, spend time outside, and go riding around. Courtney’s favorite foods were popcorn, pop, fried chicken, and hamburgers. The greatest signs of affection that friends could show him was to rub his head and give him hugs. He understood those actions by others were signs of affection.

Many people improved the quality of Courtney’s life while he was at New Horizons and New Hope. They became his family and loved him deeply. He had the same roommates for many years and they became his family as well. He will be sadly missed by his New Hope family. Memories of Courtney will live on in the minds and hearts of those who knew him.

Graveside memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday (August 24) at Crocker Cemetery, southeast of Pittsburg. Friends are requested to meet at the cemetery. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary.

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Margaret Wheat

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Margaret L. Wheat, 97, of Pittsburg, passed away at 5:42 a.m., Monday, August 20, 2018 at the Via Christi Hospital.

She was born April 1 1921 at Monmouth, Kansas, the daughter of Earl and Evelyn Sale. She graduated from McCune High School in McCune, Kansas.

On October 7, 1945, she was united in marriage to Kenneth E. Wheat at Pittsburg. He preceded her in death on April 23, 1996.

During World War II, she worked at the Kansas Army Ammunition Plant in Parsons, Kansas.
Membership was held in the South Broadway Baptist Church.

Survivors include a son, Dwayne Wheat and his wife, Jan of rural Girard, KS; a granddaughter, Angie Baker; and three grandsons, Kenneth and Adam Baker and Lucas Dean.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, a son, Ronald Wheat in 1978, and a brother, James Sale.

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday (Aug. 23) at the Garden of Memories Cemetery with Rev. Dan Moss officiating. Burial will follow. Friends are requested to meet at the cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, where friends may call after 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to the American Diabetes Association. These may be left at or mailed to Brenner Mortuary, 114 East 4th Street, Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may also leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

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Darlene Froelich

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Darlene Froelich, 85, of Chetopa, KS, died Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at the Chetopa Manor in Chetopa, KS. 

She was born November 4, 1932, in Cherokee County, KS, the daughter of Bert Humble, Sr and Gladys Opal Humble. 

In 1977 Darlene married Herman W. Froelich in Oswego, KS, he preceded her in death on December 26, 1981. 

Darlene graduated high school in West Mineral, KS and worked as a cook for the Baxter Memorial Hospital for many years. 

Darlene was a member of the Beulah Community Church and the Order of the Eastern Star.
Survivors include two daughters, Cherly Hamm and Kim Lambert; brother, Bert Humble Jr.; three grandchildren, Travis Gearhart, Keisha Hopam and Ryan Batalia; and eight great-grandchildren, Devon Dean MCnany, Samare Batalia, Alyssa Batalia, Makayla Batalia, Javier Davis, Kristina Gearhart, Ariel Gearhart and Corbin Gearhart. 

She was preceded in death by her husband, parents and two sisters, Margaret Purdon and Maxine Battalia. 

The family will receive friends at Hosey Hill Cemetery in Weir, Ks on Saturday, August 18, 2018 at 2 p.m. 

Condolences may be left at www.bathnaylor.com. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Columbus, KS.

Tim Lundberg

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Tim Lundberg, 55, of Arma, passed away Wednesday morning at his home.

He was born December 21, 1962 at Waynesville, Missouri, the son of William “Bill” D. and Linda Carol (Griggs) Lundberg. He graduated from Pittsburg High School and then from Pittsburg State University in 1985.

On March 3, 1990, he was united in marriage to Rhonda Slaughter at Pittsburg. She survives at the family home.

Mr. Lundberg worked as the Human Resource Director for The Flesh Company in Parsons, Watco, Ward Kraft and Hix Corporation.

Membership was held in St. John Lutheran Church and the Rollin’ Nostalgia Car Club. He was also a certified flight instructor and loved flying, fishing, working on vintage cars and mostly spending time with his family. He wanted it to be known, he was a “Proud Patriot”, believing in God, Family and Country.

In addition to his wife, Rhonda, he is survived by four daughters, Ashley Parsons and her husband, Clint of Pittsburg, Kayla Lundberg (Jody Streeter) of Pittsburg, Laura Lundberg and Lindsey Lundberg, both of the home; two brothers, Dan Lundberg and his wife, Kristi of Pittsburg and Andrew Lundberg of Dallas, Texas; and three grandchildren, Gage Parsons, Lexie Parsons, and Percephany Lundberg; and two nieces Molly and Sarah Lundberg.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday (Aug. 20) at the Brenner Mortuary with Pastor Tom Werhman officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until service Monday at the funeral home. Friends may call from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday to sign the register. Following the services, Mr. Lundberg will be taken for cremation. Burial will take place at a later date in the Mt. Olive Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be given to the American Kidney Association. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Elizabeth Kelly

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Elizabeth Ann Kelly, 87, a lifetime resident of Frontenac, KS, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Via Christi Hospital. 

She was born February 24, 1931 to Joseph and Elizabeth (Mouser) Kelly in Pittsburg, Kansas. Elizabeth graduated from St. Mary’s High School, attended Kansas Teachers College and was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.

Elizabeth was an active member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church and a member of Garden Club. She enjoyed being involved in different activities but her favorite accomplishment was horseback riding. 

She purchased her first horse, Old Bill, when she got her first job in 1961 at the Jones Store in downtown Pittsburg. Elizabeth worked as a bookkeeper for McNally in Pittsburg and Natural life Pet Products.

In 1999, Elizabeth purchased and began arena- showing her Arabian horse, Electra. She was a member of the Four- State All Breed Horse show Association and during March through October she would show Electra at least once a month for competitions at the Royalty Arena in Carthage.
She enjoyed competing in trail rides and two day events that covered 50 miles. Elizabeth won trophies, ribbons, and belt buckles as adult high point rider, adult high point western rider, and adult high point hunt seat rider – each riding style requiring different techniques and posture.
Elizabeth never married and had no children but she treated her horses like her kids. She would get up every morning, provide hay and clean out stalls both at her place and at the barn where she was boarding Electra in an indoor arena.

She committed her life to serving those around her and joyfully shared her love for horseback riding with all who met her.
Elizabeth is survived by many cousins who loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by her parents and several cousins.

Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10am Thursday, August 16, 2018, at The Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Philip J. Voegeli as celebrant. Interment will follow in the Mt. Carmel Cemetery, Pittsburg, KS. The parish rosary will be at 6:30 pm Wednesday, August 15, 2018 at Friskel Funeral Home, 230 E. McKay Frontenac, Ks, where the family will receive friends following the rosary.

Memorials may be made to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church; these may be left at or mailed to the funeral home. Services and arrangements are under the direction of the Friskel Funeral Home of Frontenac, KS.

Neal Stroud

(From Ferry Funeral Home)

Neal Franklin Stroud, 64, Milo, MO passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2018 in Halltown, MO. Neal was born April 27, 1954 in Stockton, CA to Billy Bruce and Georgie Mae (Chambers) Stroud. He married Carol Timbrook on September 1, 1974 in Nevada and they celebrated 43 years together.

Neal was raised in Stockton, CA and later moved to Stockton, MO where he graduated from Stockton High School in 1971. Following high school Neal joined the United States Army where he served from 1971-1974. He then served from in 1975 until 1992, retiring after 22 years of service. Most of his military career was spent in Germany. Neal earned several service medals including the Bronze Star. Following his time in the service he and his family settled in Milo, MO. Neal has been a self-employed truck driver for the past 25 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Carol of the home; three children, Jason Stroud, Bolivar, MO, Lisa Charles, Nevada, Travis Stroud and his wife Candy, Ft. Scott, KS; 12 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; sister, Jeanette Clanton and her husband John, Stockton, CA; brother, Bruce Stroud, Stockton, CA; step-brothers, Larry Sullivant and his wife Bonnie, Wheatland, MO, Jimmy Sullivant and his wife Susan, Grand Bay, AL; mother-in-law, Barbara Driver, Milo; brothers-in-law, Dennis Timbrook and his wife Brenda, Nevada, Jeff Timbrook and is wife Tonya, Milo; step-mother, Mildred Stroud, Grand Bay, AL; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services were held Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada with Bro. Robert Burk officiating. Interment with Military Honors followed in Milo Cemetery.

Betty Hizey

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Betty J. Hizey, 84, of Erie, died at 6:41 P.M., August 2, 2018 at the Prairie Mission Retirement Village at St. Paul.

She was born April 16, 1934 at Colcord, Oklahoma, a daughter of Lehman Archie and Mary Eliza (Dill) Creed. She lived in California three years with her family and then near Siloam Springs, Arkansas. The family moved to Parsons in the 1940’s.

On November 24, 1950 she was united in marriage to Ralph J. Hizey at Erie. Mr. Hizey served in the U.S. Army and the couple lived in various communities he was stationed in. They moved to Oregon in 1964, to Parsons in 1969 and to the Erie area in 1973. She was employed as a cook at the former 59 Truck Stop and Café at rural Erie and from 1990-1996 she worked at Pete’s One Stop at Erie. She cooked part-time at the R & F Farm Supply in her retirement. Mr. Hizey preceded her in death on October 7, 1996.

She was a member of the First Baptist Church at Erie. She enjoyed flowers, birds and gardening.

Survivors include: two sons and daughters in law – Rodney D. and Christine Hizey, Parsons, Kansas, Ray G. and Martha Hizey, Erie, Kansas; two daughters and sons in-law – Pamela L. and David Harris, Erie, Kansas, Tina M. and Kevin Steele, Marion, Kansas; eleven grandchildren;
twenty-Three great-grandchildren; one brother – Ted Creed, Coffeyville, Kansas; one sister – Vita Kinsch, Parsons, Kansas. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers – Bill and Clarence Creed; one sister – Donna Strader and one son – Randy Hizey.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday, August 9, 2018 at the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home at Erie with Rev. Danny Flippo officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Hope Cemetery at Galesburg. The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 Wednesday evening at the funeral home at Erie. Memorials are suggested to the First Baptist Church or to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. These may be left at or mailed to the funeral home, P.O. Box 182, Erie, KS 66733. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralservices.com.

Hunter Kovacic

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Hunter Dean Kovacic, 15, of Stark, Kansas, died at 10:12 a.m., Wednesday, August 8, 2018 as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident on Highway 69 in Bourbon County, Kansas.

Hunter was born July 9, 2003 in Fort Scott, Kansas, a son of Jeffrey and Jennifer (Jamison) Kovacic.

Hunter was ready to start his sophomore school year at Erie High School in Erie, Kansas where he participated in football, basketball, and baseball.

Hunter was cherished by his family and very loyal to all his friends. He enjoyed archery, hunting, fishing, anything with a gas pedal, and anything with a trigger.

He was a member of the Galesburg Christian Church in Galesburg, Kansas, 4-H, Future Farmers of America, and the EHS W.I.L.D. Trap Shooters Team.

Survivors are his father, Jeff Kovacic, and his wife, Donna, of Stark; his mother, Jennifer Kovacic, of Fort Scott; his brothers, Kodi Gillen and Jake Gillen, of Fort Scott; his grandparents, Mary Ann Jamison, Ernest and Janet Kovacic, and Dixie and Chris Golay.

Hunter was preceded in death by his grandfather, Gene Jamison, and a nephew, Kynden Gillen.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m., Sunday, August 12, at the Erie High School with Pastor Jim Frech officiating. Burial will be in Mt. Moriah Cemetery near Savonburg.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., Saturday at the Erie High School.
Memorials are suggested to the Erie FFA and EHS W.I.L.D. Trap Shooting Team and these may be left at the school or the Pierce-Carson-Wall Funeral Home, 113 S Main Street, Box 182, Erie, 66733.
Condolences may be sent to www.wallfuneralservices.com

Mark Loy

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Mark Loy, 63, of Pittsburg, passed away at 12:47 p.m., Wednesday, August 8, 2018, at his residence.

He was born October 24, 1954, in Pittsburg, KS, the son of Mike and Shirley (Pierce) Loy. He attended local schools and went on to graduate from Pittsburg State University.

On June 17, 1978, he was united in marriage to Denise Bolinger at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pittsburg. She survives of the home.

Mr. Loy was an accountant and owned and operated ML and Co.

Membership was held in the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Pittsburg.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three daughters, Michelle Peak (Shane) of Pittsburg, Elizabeth Loy (Chalcea) of Pittsburg, and Kristina Loy of Springfield, MO, one brother, Michael Loy of Frontenac, KS, and four grandchildren, Rowan Peak, Landyn Peak, Wesley Loy and Graham Loy.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Mass of Christian burial is set for 2:00 p.m., Monday, August 13, 2018, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Frontenac, with Father Robert McElwee as Celebrant. Burial will follow in the Highland Park Cemetery, Pittsburg. A Parish Rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m., Sunday, August 12, at the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg. The family will receive friends following the Rosary until 7:30 p.m. The family suggests memorials to the KU Endowment to benefit Head and Neck Cancer Research. Online contributions may be made at www.kuendowment.org/give. Please indicate that donations are for the Mark Loy memorial. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St, Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

 Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary.

Carol Sue Brill

(From Brenner Mortuary)

Carol Sue Antonetti Brill was born April 19, 1947, in Radley, Kansas to Joe and Julia Antonetti. She passed from this earth on August 2, 2018, after a brief illness but a history of health concerns.

Carol Sue attended Radley Community Schools and graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1964. Following high school she received her cosmetology license and spent several years as a hairdresser.

In 1974, the first major blessing came into her life with the adoption of her baby girl, Misti Lynne. Misti married Bryan Janssen in 1995 and they still live in the family home.

In 1977, the second of her two children was adopted. Brandon Lee now lives in Pittsburg with his wife Angie. While the children were growing up, Carol Sue was an active member of Saint Michaels Parish in Girard where she was the president of the altar society and a CCD teacher. She was also a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Pittsburg.

Carol Sue enjoyed the simple things in life such as fishing as the sun came up, puzzles, gardening and watching her dogs. Carol Sue’s greatest passion was spending time with her grandchildren and watching them play.

She has 3 grandsons; Ashton Janssen of Coffeyville, Cameron Janssen of Pittsburg and Blaise Brill of Pittsburg and 2 granddaughters; Emma and Olivia Brill of Pittsburg. Other survivors include 1 sister Jeannine of Topeka, 2 nieces and 1 nephew.

Carol Sue was preceded in death by her parents and her sister Josette Brackett who was also her best friend.

Mass of Christian Burial is set for 10:00 a.m., Monday (August 6) at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Fr. Clay Kimbro as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. A parish rosary will be prayed at 6:00 p.m. Sunday at the Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. The family will receive friends following the rosary until 8:00 p.m. The family suggests memorials to the Grandchildren’s Scholarship Fund. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 East 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Daniel Miller

(From Bath-Naylor Funeral Home)

Daniel G. Miller 69, of Pittsburg, KS died 2:41pm Friday July 27, 2018 at the Pittsburg Health and Rehab Center following an illness. 

Daniel was born June 27, 1949 in Waukegan, Illinois the son of Dale and Lillian (Dickens) Miller. Daniel was raised in Zion, Illinois graduating from Benton High School in 1967. He was a Veteran of the United States Army serving in Frankfurt, Germany during the Vietnam War. Daniel worked as a self-employed plasterer, painter and mechanic most all his life. 

Survivors include his siblings Donna Zeileck and husband Dave of Longmont, CO, Ginny Kennedy and husband John of Zion, IL, Mickie Damitz Miller of North Pole, AK, Timothy H. Miller and wife Pam of Winthrop Harbor, IL, Wendy Bolin of Girard, KS, Cindy Lampi of Park City, IL; good friend Mike Nabor of Zion, IL and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. 

Daniel was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents Cecil Hobart, Edna Miller, Julius and Esther Schmidt; nephews Matt Damitz and Joseph Zeilbeck; brother-in-laws Richard H. Bolin and Norman L. Damitz. 

Per Daniel’s wishes private services will take place at a later date. Arrangements and services are under the direction of Bath-Naylor Funeral Home of Pittsburg, KS.

Jim Towner

(From Brenner Mortuary)

James “Jim” Richard Towner, 79, of Pittsburg, KS, died on Monday, July 30, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family.

He was born on June 17, 1939 in Pittsburg to John J. Towner and Nadine H. (Thompson) Towner. Jim was lifelong member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, a graduate of St. Mary’s Grade School and of St. Mary’s High School in 1957. In 1963 Jim graduated from Kansas State College of Pittsburg (PSU).

He served six years in the United States National Guard.

On June 13, 1964, Jim married Beverly A. Windsor at Our Lady of Lourdes in Pittsburg. She survives of the home.

Mr. Towner sold real estate before taking over the Towner Farm in 1974, which he ran until 1993, when his son took over. They farmed and raised Hereford cattle.

Membership was held in Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church.

In addition to his wife Beverly, he is survived by two sons, Jimmy Towner of Pittsburg, KS, and John Towner and his wife Beth of Girard, KS; two daughters, Mary Curlee and her husband, Wade of Frontenac, KS, and Susan Richardson of Girard, KS; a sister Zoe Ann Ryan and her husband Ray of Pittsburg, KS; a sister-in-law, Dolores Towner of Pittsburg; six grand-children , Zach Richardson and his wife, Aria, Dante Richardson, Jessica Lake and her husband, Aaron, Emily Curlee, Camryn Towner, and Jake Towner,

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother John Bennett “JB” Towner, and a son-in-law, Matt Richardson.

Mass of Christian Burial is set for 10:30 a.m., Friday (August 3) at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with Fr. Jorge Lopez as celebrant. Burial will follow in the Highland Park Cemetery, Pittsburg. A parish rosary will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. Thursday at the Brenner Mortuary. The family will receive friends following the rosary until 8:00 p.m. Memorials are suggested to the Our Lady of Lourdes Memorial Fund. These may be left at or mailed to the Brenner Mortuary, 114 East 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

Mike Beebe

(From Carson-Wall Funeral Home)

Michael R. “Mike” Beebe, 58, of Pittsburg, died at 3:30 P.M. Saturday, July 28, 2018 at his home.

He was born August 15, 1959 at Springfield, Missouri, a son of Elbert Lee and Dolores Maxine (Collins) Beebe. He was raised in Springfield until his family moved to Erie when he was 15. He graduated from the Erie High School with the Class of 1977 and then worked construction for a short time. He later became a draftsman and worked at Peabody Tech Tank for 20 years. In the early 2000s he went to work at Tank Connection where he was currently employed.

On January 9, 1981 he was united in marriage to Kristy Lassen at Miami, OK. They later divorced. He later married Della Myers on December 10, 1996. They divorced also.

He was raised in the First Assembly of God church and recently had attended the First Church of the Nazarene. He enjoyed woodworking, NASCAR races and playing softball.

Survivors include: three sons – Justin Michael Beebe, Parsons, KS, Kyle David Beebe, the Island of Maui, HI, Craig Ross Myers, rural Parsons, KS; one daughter – Jill Marie Myers, rural Parsons, KS; his father – Elbert Lee Beebe, Parsons, KS; his mother and step-father – Dolores Maxine and Donnie Yarnell, Erie, KS; three sisters – Shirley Copeland, Parsons, KS, Cindy Robertson, and her husband, Ryan, Parsons, KS, Pam Oliphant, and her husband, Ron, Chanute, KS.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M., Friday, August 3, 2018 at the CARSON-WALL FUNERAL HOME with Rev. Steve Crawford officiating. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00 Thursday evening at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Proud Animal Lovers Shelter and may be left at or mailed to the funeral home, P.O .Box 942, Parsons, KS 67357. Online condolences may be left at www.wallfuneralhomes.com.