Darrol Steven “Steve” Cooksey, 85, of Salina, Kan., passed away Sunday, October 8, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born in Bogue, Kan., on December 8, 1937, to George and Alice (Teter) Cooksey. Steve was united in marriage on May 23, 1959, to Karen Dunning in Bogue, Kan. He was a grain elevator manager in Bogue for 8 years and in Palco, Kan., for many years, before retiring ...

Marilyn Merle Freemyer Riley Lindberg passed away October 5, 2023 at Dignity Care Home in Salina after an extended illness of many years. Services will be Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 10:30 am at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Later interment will be in the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Wakeeney, Kansas. Beloved, Marilyn Merle Freemyer was born November 11, 1931 to Robert “Bob” Monroe Freemyer a...

Chi Robert Woodrich, 50, of Salina, KS, peacefully passed away at Salina Regional Hospital on October 6, 2023, with his wife at his side. He was born on March 16, 1973, in Lacrosse, WI, to Joanne and the late George Woodrich. Chi lived a life guided by humility, gratitude, and commitment to service. He possessed a deep love for his family and friends, always cherishing the moments spent with th...

Patricia L. Holley, 74, of Salina, gained her angel wings to be with our father in heaven, Friday, October 6, 2023.  She was born in Poplar Grove, IL., on July 31, 1949, to Keith W. and Avis (Ball) Lampert.  She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her.  She also had many friends and was a well-loved member of her community in Oakdale Apartments.  She has always helped pe...

Riley Dane Clark, 93, went peacefully to his eternal rest Thursday, October 5, 2023, at home with his wife and family by his side. He was born the youngest of 10 on May 21, 1930, in Lincoln, Kansas, to Alfred S. and Mabel Mae (Dane) Clark. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1949. After graduation, he found the love of his life, Betty D. Sandquist. Riley married Betty June 24, 1950, at Sacred...

Hunter Harlow Scott Sammons, 25, of Salina, passed away Friday, September 29th, 2023. Hunter was born in Lancaster, California on April 28, 1998, a son of Alison Denise (Engberg) Sammons, of Missouri and Bobby Dean Sammons, of Salina, Kansas. On January 17, 2020, Hunter married Daphne Ignacio in Ft. Riley, Kansas. Hunter served in the United States Army. Survivors include his wife, Dap...

Jerry Paul Norris, 78, Salina, entered eternal rest on Friday, September 29, 2023, at home, surrounded by family and friends. Jerry was born March 3, 1945, to Israel and Esther (Swan) Norris in Beloit, Kansas. Jerry, the loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Jerry is survived by his loving wife, Polly, of the home; his children, Darin, Brady, Jenny Burch (Allen), Chris ...

Bernice Virginia Burdiek Glover, 99, went peacefully to her eternal rest Monday October 2, 2023 at Citizens Medical Center, Colby, KS. She was born September 22, 1924 at the family farm near Kelly, KS to Frank and Anna (Meyer) Burdiek. She graduated from St. Peter and Paul High School, Seneca, KS. After graduation, she worked at Union Pacific Railroad in Topeka, KS, where she met her future husban...

Anna Marie Girard Hall, 97, of Salina, KS passed away peacefully October 3rd, 2023. She was born October 29th, 1925 in Aurora, Kansas, to the late Alfred and Elienne (LaNoue) Girard.After graduating from Kanopolis High School in 1943, Anna embarked on a journey that included 25 years of marriage and a fulfilling career. She dedicated 25 years of her life to Stiefels/Klines before retiring at 70...

Mary Ecton, 71 of Salina, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday October 3, 2023. Mary was born to Jack and Margaret Hoover, the 10th of 11 children.  She married Alan Ecton in 1972.  She and Alan along with their 2 daughters were most notably known for running the Sno Wizard shaved ice for many years. She is survived by her daughters Julie Ecton and Layla Peppers, husband Lyn Peppers...