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Catalina Magallanes
Sep 27, 2025
Catalina Magallanes, age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 27, 2025. She was born on April 30, 1931in Abrego, Zacatecas, Mexico. She lived a long life devoted to her family, faith, and community.
Catalina was a faithful woman whose greatest joy was caring for her loved ones. She was married to Ascension Rodriguez until his passing on February...
Joseph "Joey" Alan Hawkinson
Sep 25, 2025
Joseph Alan “Joey” Hawkinson, 40, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
Born on Christmas Day in 1984 to Craig and Melody Hawkinson, at 2 lbs. 10 oz, Joey brought warmth and joy to those around him from the very beginning. A resident of Salina, he graduated with honors from South High School in 2005. Though an avid...
Jo Ann Zachary
Sep 20, 2025
Jo Ann Zachary went home to be with the Lord, September 20, 2025. She was born October 8, 1959 in Salina, Kansas, the youngest of seven children. On Valentine’s Day, 1987, she married the love of her life, Wayne Zachary, in the Bethel Church, rural Cloud County.
Jo Ann was employed at IBP in Emporia and Bosselman Truck Shop in Salina....
Ronald "Ronnie" Leroy Conyac
Sep 12, 2025
Ronald Leroy Conyac, known to many simply as Ronnie, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Salina, Kansas. He was 70.
Born and raised in Salina, Ronnie was the son of Ardyth (Seusy) and Adlore Leroy Conyac. He lived his life with quiet grit and loyalty to those he cared about.
Ronnie is survived by his niece, Tammy Arnold of Salina;...
Robert Ray Winters
Sep 12, 2025
Robert Ray Winters, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Born in Caldwell, Idaho, on April 20, 1943, to Audrey (Conant) Winters and Orval Pearl Winters, Robert lived a life rooted in faith, service, and family. After graduating high school at Friends Haviland Academy, he attended Friends Bible College, where he met the love of his life,...
Gennieve Ruth Ann House
Sep 8, 2025
Gennieve Ruth Ann House, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Riverview Estates in Marquette, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 10, 1944, at Asbury Hospital, Salina, Kansas, to Arthur and Fannie Ruth House.
Ruth Ann attended Salina public schools. She earned her G.E.D. and then enrolled at Brown Mackie College graduating with...
Mary Charlotte Holmes
Sep 7, 2025
Mary Charlotte Holmes, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Alabama, on August 21, 1942, Mary lived a life marked by devotion to her family and quiet joys. After graduating high school, she held various jobs, including working as a secretary for her husband, Donald Holmes, whom she married...
James Herman Rohloff Sr.
Aug 31, 2025
James Herman “Jim” Rohloff, Sr., 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Jim was born in Woodbine, Kansas, on November 11, 1943, to Nancy Valentine (Hird) and Wilbert Henry Rohloff. After high school, he served his country as an infantryman in the United States Army. Following his military service, Jim spent most of his working life as...
Eugene Alexander
Aug 28, 2025
Eugene Alexander, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August, 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born in Mobile, Alabama, on October 5, 1949, Eugene was the son of Alberta (Payne) and James Alexander, Jr. After completing his education, he proudly served in the Army National Guard. He later dedicated many years to working...
Rosemary Divilbiss
Aug 18, 2025
Rosemary Divilbiss, 87, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Salina on February 7, 1938, Rosemary was the daughter of Elverda Malstrom and Richard Hemmy. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1955.
Rosemary met the love of her life, David Divilbiss, at a 4-H barn dance during high school....
Kristine "Kris" Ann Dickson
Aug 17, 2025
Kristine “Kris” Ann Trow Dickson, 75, of Bennington, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Born on March 15, 1950, in Bennington, Kris was the beloved daughter of Phyllis E. (Larson) and Calvin Eugene Trow.
After graduating from Bennington High School, Kris attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas, and then the University of Colorado at Denver, Colorado.
Kris began...
Jimmy Ray Davis
Aug 16, 2025
Jimmy “Jimmie” Ray Davis, age 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Born in Forest, Mississippi, on July 29, 1950, to Eletha Moore Davis and Willie Davis, Jimmie was one of six siblings—three sisters and two brothers.
An accomplished tailor, Jimmie had a gift for working with his hands and a heart for helping others. In his later years, he...
Larry Dean Nelson
Aug 16, 2025
Larry Dean Nelson, 69, of New Cambria, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by the family he built and loved.
Born June 22, 1956, in Salina, Kansas, Larry was the son of Dorcas (Smith) and Darrell Nelson. He grew up with grit, heart, and a strong sense of loyalty—traits that stayed with him for life.
Larry married Claudia on October...
Barbara Ann Wilson
Aug 13, 2025
Barbara “Barb” Ann Wilson, 92, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, enduring love, and deep family roots.
Born on a winter morning, January 5, 1933, in Salina, Barb was the daughter of Ethel Mae (Nelson) and Henry W. Greiner. She grew up in the heart of Kansas, where the values...
Joshua Brandon Davis
Aug 9, 2025
Joshua “Josh” Brandon Davis, age 41, of Salina, Kansas, passed from this life on Saturday, August 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, resilience, and quiet devotion.
He was born beneath the wide skies of Colby, Kansas, on October 10, 1983. Josh was the chosen child of Keli (Todd) and Bruce Burfield.
On November 15, 2014, in the gentle heart...
Wanda Ruth Markley
Aug 4, 2025
Wanda Ruth Markley, age 88, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Born on October 18, 1936, in Wells, Kansas, Wanda was the daughter of Leonard Kuhlmann and Agnes Reh. Her early life was rooted in the values of family, faith, and community—principles that guided her throughout her years.
Wanda transferred to Bennington High School during her teenage...
Phillip "Phil" Allen Lorson
Aug 3, 2025
Phillip Allen Lorson, 73, of Hope, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Born in Abilene, Kansas, Phil was the son of Theresa (Kandt) and Paul Lorson. He built a life rooted in hard work and community, spending his career as a dedicated grain and livestock farmer. He also owned and operated Lorson Electric, serving neighbors and friends with...
Scott David Christensen
Aug 1, 2025
Scott David Christensen, 61, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Audubon, Iowa, Scott was the son of Carole Trumbo and Jerry Christensen. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for four years, demonstrating the strength and dedication that would define his life.
On March 23, 1996,...
Larry James Nelson
Jul 29, 2025
Larry James Nelson, 70, of Salina, went to his forever home on Tuesday July 29, 2025. Larry was born January 6, 1955, in Salina.
Larry was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in 1973 and then Kansas City Institute of Technology. Larry was an employee of St. John’s Hospital and Salina Regional Health Center for 25 Years. He also worked...
Gary William Newbrey
Jul 28, 2025
Gary William Newbrey, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength.
Born on September 24, 1957, in Beloit, Kansas, Gary was the beloved son of Wanda Faye (Michel) and William Irwin Newbrey. He carried their values throughout his life—honesty, kindness, and a deep devotion to family.
Gary found joy...
Catalina Magallanes
Sep 27, 2025
Catalina Magallanes, age 94, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 27, 2025. She was born on April 30, 1931in Abrego, Zacatecas, Mexico. She lived a long life devoted to her family, faith, and community.
Catalina was a faithful woman whose greatest joy was caring for her loved ones. She was married to Ascension Rodriguez until his passing on February...
Joseph "Joey" Alan Hawkinson
Sep 25, 2025
Joseph Alan “Joey” Hawkinson, 40, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025.
Born on Christmas Day in 1984 to Craig and Melody Hawkinson, at 2 lbs. 10 oz, Joey brought warmth and joy to those around him from the very beginning. A resident of Salina, he graduated with honors from South High School in 2005. Though an avid...
Jo Ann Zachary
Sep 20, 2025
Jo Ann Zachary went home to be with the Lord, September 20, 2025. She was born October 8, 1959 in Salina, Kansas, the youngest of seven children. On Valentine’s Day, 1987, she married the love of her life, Wayne Zachary, in the Bethel Church, rural Cloud County.
Jo Ann was employed at IBP in Emporia and Bosselman Truck Shop in Salina....
Ronald "Ronnie" Leroy Conyac
Sep 12, 2025
Ronald Leroy Conyac, known to many simply as Ronnie, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025, in Salina, Kansas. He was 70.
Born and raised in Salina, Ronnie was the son of Ardyth (Seusy) and Adlore Leroy Conyac. He lived his life with quiet grit and loyalty to those he cared about.
Ronnie is survived by his niece, Tammy Arnold of Salina;...
Robert Ray Winters
Sep 12, 2025
Robert Ray Winters, 82, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Friday, September 12, 2025.
Born in Caldwell, Idaho, on April 20, 1943, to Audrey (Conant) Winters and Orval Pearl Winters, Robert lived a life rooted in faith, service, and family. After graduating high school at Friends Haviland Academy, he attended Friends Bible College, where he met the love of his life,...
Gennieve Ruth Ann House
Sep 8, 2025
Gennieve Ruth Ann House, 81, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 8, 2025, at Riverview Estates in Marquette, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 10, 1944, at Asbury Hospital, Salina, Kansas, to Arthur and Fannie Ruth House.
Ruth Ann attended Salina public schools. She earned her G.E.D. and then enrolled at Brown Mackie College graduating with...
Mary Charlotte Holmes
Sep 7, 2025
Mary Charlotte Holmes, 83, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Alabama, on August 21, 1942, Mary lived a life marked by devotion to her family and quiet joys. After graduating high school, she held various jobs, including working as a secretary for her husband, Donald Holmes, whom she married...
James Herman Rohloff Sr.
Aug 31, 2025
James Herman “Jim” Rohloff, Sr., 81, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025.
Jim was born in Woodbine, Kansas, on November 11, 1943, to Nancy Valentine (Hird) and Wilbert Henry Rohloff. After high school, he served his country as an infantryman in the United States Army. Following his military service, Jim spent most of his working life as...
Eugene Alexander
Aug 28, 2025
Eugene Alexander, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August, 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Born in Mobile, Alabama, on October 5, 1949, Eugene was the son of Alberta (Payne) and James Alexander, Jr. After completing his education, he proudly served in the Army National Guard. He later dedicated many years to working...
Rosemary Divilbiss
Aug 18, 2025
Rosemary Divilbiss, 87, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Salina on February 7, 1938, Rosemary was the daughter of Elverda Malstrom and Richard Hemmy. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1955.
Rosemary met the love of her life, David Divilbiss, at a 4-H barn dance during high school....
Kristine "Kris" Ann Dickson
Aug 17, 2025
Kristine “Kris” Ann Trow Dickson, 75, of Bennington, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Born on March 15, 1950, in Bennington, Kris was the beloved daughter of Phyllis E. (Larson) and Calvin Eugene Trow.
After graduating from Bennington High School, Kris attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas, and then the University of Colorado at Denver, Colorado.
Kris began...
Jimmy Ray Davis
Aug 16, 2025
Jimmy “Jimmie” Ray Davis, age 75, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
Born in Forest, Mississippi, on July 29, 1950, to Eletha Moore Davis and Willie Davis, Jimmie was one of six siblings—three sisters and two brothers.
An accomplished tailor, Jimmie had a gift for working with his hands and a heart for helping others. In his later years, he...
Larry Dean Nelson
Aug 16, 2025
Larry Dean Nelson, 69, of New Cambria, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 16, 2025, surrounded by the family he built and loved.
Born June 22, 1956, in Salina, Kansas, Larry was the son of Dorcas (Smith) and Darrell Nelson. He grew up with grit, heart, and a strong sense of loyalty—traits that stayed with him for life.
Larry married Claudia on October...
Barbara Ann Wilson
Aug 13, 2025
Barbara “Barb” Ann Wilson, 92, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of quiet strength, enduring love, and deep family roots.
Born on a winter morning, January 5, 1933, in Salina, Barb was the daughter of Ethel Mae (Nelson) and Henry W. Greiner. She grew up in the heart of Kansas, where the values...
Joshua Brandon Davis
Aug 9, 2025
Joshua “Josh” Brandon Davis, age 41, of Salina, Kansas, passed from this life on Saturday, August 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven with love, resilience, and quiet devotion.
He was born beneath the wide skies of Colby, Kansas, on October 10, 1983. Josh was the chosen child of Keli (Todd) and Bruce Burfield.
On November 15, 2014, in the gentle heart...
Wanda Ruth Markley
Aug 4, 2025
Wanda Ruth Markley, age 88, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 4, 2025.
Born on October 18, 1936, in Wells, Kansas, Wanda was the daughter of Leonard Kuhlmann and Agnes Reh. Her early life was rooted in the values of family, faith, and community—principles that guided her throughout her years.
Wanda transferred to Bennington High School during her teenage...
Phillip "Phil" Allen Lorson
Aug 3, 2025
Phillip Allen Lorson, 73, of Hope, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Born in Abilene, Kansas, Phil was the son of Theresa (Kandt) and Paul Lorson. He built a life rooted in hard work and community, spending his career as a dedicated grain and livestock farmer. He also owned and operated Lorson Electric, serving neighbors and friends with...
Scott David Christensen
Aug 1, 2025
Scott David Christensen, 61, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Audubon, Iowa, Scott was the son of Carole Trumbo and Jerry Christensen. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for four years, demonstrating the strength and dedication that would define his life.
On March 23, 1996,...
Larry James Nelson
Jul 29, 2025
Larry James Nelson, 70, of Salina, went to his forever home on Tuesday July 29, 2025. Larry was born January 6, 1955, in Salina.
Larry was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School in 1973 and then Kansas City Institute of Technology. Larry was an employee of St. John’s Hospital and Salina Regional Health Center for 25 Years. He also worked...
Gary William Newbrey
Jul 28, 2025
Gary William Newbrey, 67, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, generosity, and quiet strength.
Born on September 24, 1957, in Beloit, Kansas, Gary was the beloved son of Wanda Faye (Michel) and William Irwin Newbrey. He carried their values throughout his life—honesty, kindness, and a deep devotion to family.
Gary found joy...
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