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09/16/2025

Lloyd R. Russell Jr

Lloyd R. (Tiny) (Russ) Russell, Jr., age 83, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2025 at his home in Concordia, KS surrounded by family. He was born March 12, 1942 in New Madrid County, MO to Lloyd R. and Alice (Starnes) Russell.

He was raised in California and attended Galt High School. At 18, he entered the US Air Force and spent 22 years stationed in England; Mountain Home, ID; Thailand; and Las Vegas, NV. While in England, Lloyd became quite skilled at gliding and was a certified instructor. After retiring from the Air Force, he built a house and worked as a carpenter. He loved remodeling older homes.

Lloyd had three children from two previous marriages: Judith, Brian, and Elizabeth.

Lloyd met the love of his life and married Linda (Golbek) Andrewson on May 11, 1990 in the Los Angeles, CA Mormon Temple.

He was preceded in death by his parents Lloyd and Alice, daughter Judith Russell, son Brian Russell, and grandson Blaine Thruston. He is survived by his wife Linda, brother Paul Russell, sister Patricia Reich (Tom), and daughters, Elizabeth Thruston, Angela Cavazos (Joe), and Denise Andrewson-Venegas (Robert).

The world’s greatest grandpa loved all his little buddies and didn’t let them do anything they didn’t want to. Those surviving grandchildren and great grandchildren are Jason Lifur (Michele); Gerald Lifur and children Linkin and Trent; Brian Selman and children Chesnee, Maysen, and Chyanne; Brandon Wilkerson (Jenna) and children Spencer, Sawyer, Oaklen, and Ridge; (Rin Prince) and child Luke; Britainy Mireles and children Ayden, Addyson, and Anthony; Daniel Thruston II (Amber) and child Dylann; Alex Cavazos (Elecia); Kodi Thruston; James McCabe (Samantha) and child Kennedy; Logan Thruston (Amber) and child Harmony; Chaz Thruston (Julia) and children Gracelyn and Gideon; Dash Thruston.

Visitation will be Thursday September 18, 2025 from 2:00pm – 8:00pm with the family receiving friends from 4:00pm – 6:00pm at Nutter Mortuary.

Funeral Services will be Friday September 19, 2025 at 10:30am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with President Adam Anderson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to ALS Foundation or Paralyzed Veterans of America.

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09/08/2025

Daniel Leighton Wheatley

Daniel Leighton Wheatley was born August 16, 1961 in Tacoma Washington. He met the love of his life, LeRoy Dickinson, in Hawaii on February 22, 1989. Dan was a tourist bus driver on Oahu. He loved it because he got to meet so many people from around the world. After a couple years on Oahu, life moved them to San Diego, but the waters and white sand beaches of Oahu kept calling them back and in 1993, they bought a small bar in Kailu-Kona and a beach house on Ili’Ili Beach thinking that would be their forever home. Over the years the bar was expanded into a dance club, where Dan loved to DJ at on weekends and for private events. Fast forward another 23 years and in 2006, they moved to Concordia, Kansas to help care for LeRoy’s parents, and came to call Brownstone Hall their home. Dan loved to decorate for his favorite holidays, Halloween & Christmas. People would come each year to visit the spooky haunted house on the hill, and see what new and beautiful Christmas decorations were added. His desire to keep things forever dazzling quite apparent. Dan was preceded in death by his half-sister Danette Bequette Ross and is survived by his life partner LeRoy Dickinson, his mother Rose Kimball, sister Shari Setzer, half-sister Lori Buller, half-brothers Andrew Wheatley, Kevin Wheatley and Brandon Bequette. Dan and LeRoy lived a full life together for over 36 years. Dan passed September 4, 2025 in the comfort and love of his home in Concordia, KS. Memorials may be made to the Freedom Club. For online condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.com.

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09/02/2025

Roberta Holdren

Roberta Elniff Holdren, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, was born July 22, 1932, on her grandfather Russell’s farm southeast of Randall, Kansas. She passed away peacefully at the age of 93 years, 1 month, and 9 days on Sunday, August 31, 2025, surrounded by her family.

She was the eldest daughter of Lawrence Virgil and Elda Susan (Russell) Elniff. Roberta attended grade school at Jaybird District 100 east of Randall and graduated from Randall Rural High School in 1950.

In May of 1950, she married Carl Claus, and together they welcomed two children, Steve Carl and Pamela Joyce. Though their marriage later ended, Roberta found lasting love with Charles Duane Holdren, whom she married on October 2, 1954. In 1955, Charles adopted Steve and Pamela as his own, and later that same year, they welcomed their daughter, Charla Marie.

Roberta lived a life of service, both to her family and her community. She was active in the PTA, Rebekah Lodge, Jewell Chamber of Commerce, and the Red Hat Society of Jewell. She was baptized in the Lutheran Church east of Randall and later became a member of the Christian Church in Jewell.

In 1994, Roberta retired after 20 years of dedicated service as a Nurse’s Aide at Mitchell County Hospital. Alongside Charles, she was also co-owner of Jewell Variety for several years.

Roberta was known throughout the community for her “Jewell Rap,” a lighthearted tradition that brought joy to many. Family, however, was always her greatest priority. She adored her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, never missing an opportunity to support them. She also enjoyed many hobbies throughout her life, including crocheting, embroidering, sewing, and painting. You could always guarantee a blanket or afghan of some sort for the holidays. She also played a big role in Williams Your Way Travel, helping plan endless trips that brought joy and memories to so many. The last three years while at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Center, when visiting her you could guarantee she was watching the Rodeo Channel, and her favorite activity there was BINGO.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Charles Holdren (2003); parents, Lawrence and Elda Elniff; daughter, Pamela Williams; son, Steve Holdren; sons-in-law, Eldon “Bub” Williams and Calvin Monty; grandson, Brian Williams; and two great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her daughter, Charla Monty of Beloit; grandchildren, Cindy Monty, Christina (AJ) Hupfer, Quanita Williams, Brennan Williams, Brooke (Anthony) Williams, Braelynn Monty, Jenna Hupfer, Tanner Hupfer, Zoe Williams, Zander Williams, and Julia Gormly; and great-great-grandchildren, Charles (Trey) E. Harmon III, LaTavius, Aamir, and Vaidyn.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, September 5, at the Jewell Christian Church, Jewell, Kansas. Burial will follow at Wallace Cemetery, east of Jewell. Visitation will be Thursday, September 4, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Kleppinger Funeral Home in Jewell, with family present from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. A luncheon at the Jewell Community Center will be held at 11:30 a.m., prior to the funeral service.

Memorials may be made to 302 Delaware (formerly The Pub) in Jewell, KS, in memory of Charlie and Roberta Holdren.

Roberta will be remembered for her devotion to family, her community spirit, her humor, and the love she stitched into every handmade gift. Her legacy of kindness, resilience, and joy will live on in the many lives she touched.

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05/27/2025

Harold Clinton Crane

Harold Clinton Crane left this Earth on May 25, 2025 at the age of 62 in Clyde, Kansas. Harold was born May 18, 1963 to Rosemary V. McMullen and Herbert A. Crane.

After graduating Quincy High School in Quincy, Illinois he worked an Adam’s County Sheriff Department.

Harold later came to Concordia, Kansas to a community that welcomed him in as one of their own. Over the years he held many positions in the community including the Donut shop, Masonry, truck driving, Campus Security and his long time profession as DJ with C&R Sound. Over the years he loved to be included in a variety of community functions including teen dances, weddings and reunions, he prided himself in remembering people’s favorite song and playing it as soon as he saw you come in the door. Above all Harold’s favorite job was to be a father and Grandfather.

Harold was united in marriage to Rayetta Boyce on September 25, 1999.

Harold was preceded in death by his mom Rosemary and his brother Carl McMullen.

Harold is survived by his sons Dustin of Cuba, KS and James Crane of Concordia, KS, his brother Brad Crane (Joann) of Marthasville, MO, 5 grandchildren, many nieces and nephews and more friends than one could count that had become family over the years.

Memorial Services will be Friday May 30, 2025 at 10:00am at Nutter Mortuary with Pastor Al Peredes officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Clay County Animal Rescue & Education Center, Clay Center, KS.

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05/21/2025

Connie M. Dickinson

Connie Marie (Schumock) Dickinson, age 85, passed away in the comfort of her home with loved ones, on May 21st, 2025. She was born May 31st, 1939 in Clifton, Kansas to the late George Alphonso and Evelyn Marie Schumock.

After graduating from Clifton High, Connie started her life adventures in the Army where she was trained as a surgical nurse. While serving her enlistment, she met the love of her life, Oscar Dickinson, of New Braunfels Texas, whom she married in 1957. They shared a full life together living in Texas and California before settling in Kansas City, Missouri for 31 years.

Connie retired from the Department of Housing and Urban Development in 1986, as a Senior Budget Analyst, with 25 years of service. Connie and Oscar eventually relocated to Concordia, Kansas, in 1996. Connie was involved in community service, being a member of both the American Legion Auxiliary Post 76(30+ years), and the Moose Lodge. She enjoyed the adventure of travelling vacations and taking cruises in Alaska, and the South Pacific with her beloved family.

Oscar departed the earthly realm prior to Connie in 2010.

She is survived by three children, sons Robert and LeRoy, daughter Sherri Hamiel, and her grandson, Ronald Hamiel III, Sister Mary Guidry and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 2:00pm – 7:00pm with the family receiving friends from 6-7, Tuesday, May 27th, 2025 at Nutter Mortuary at 116 E. 6th Street in Concordia.

The funeral service will be May 28th at 10:30am at Nutter Mortuary with Pastor Dwight Whitead officiating.

The burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery with Military Honors from Ft. Riley and The American Legion Post 76.

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05/05/2025

Luis Lemos

Luis Lemos, age 76, Concordia, KS resident, passed away Monday May 5th, 2025 at Salina Regional Health Center, Salina, KS.

Luis was born April 22, 1949 to Francisco and Livramento Lemos, on the island of Terceira Acores. Luis immigrated to the United States with his family at the age of 18 in 1968 and became an American Citizen in 1995. Luis lived the majority of his life in San Jose, California and the last 8 years in Concordia, his wife’s hometown.

Luis had a wonderful sense of humor and was known for his empathy for animals (he never met an animal that he didn’t want to take home). He loved fishing, the San Francisco 49ers, espresso coffee, and Portuguese food. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family and friends.

Luis is survived by his loving wife Sue Lemos of 54 years, his two sons Derek and Mark Lemos, three granddaughters Korryn and Sidney from California, Alyssa and great grandson Randall from Tennessee, sisters Filomena and Lucy from California, Dorothy from Tennessee, nieces and nephews, brothers in law, sisters in law, cousins, and friends.

Luis is preceded in death by his parents Francisco and Maria Lemos, Brother Francisco, Sister Amelia, his grandparents, and many aunts and uncles.

Cremation was chosen.

Your life was a blessing,

Your memory a treasure,

You are loved beyond words,

And missed beyond measure.

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04/20/2025

03/14/2025

Sister Mary Augustine

Sister Mary Augustine died March 13, 2025, at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS. She was 94 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 76 years. She was born in Ellis, KS on March 10, 1931, to Mathias and Regina Flax Augustine, the oldest of nine children, and was baptized Elizabeth Mary. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, KS on September 8, 1949. On March 19, 1949, Mary received the habit of the Sisters of St. Joseph and was given the name Sister Virgil, later changing back to her baptismal name. She pronounced first vows on March 19, 1950 and final vows on March 19, 1953.

Sister Mary received a BA in Psychology and English from Marymount College, Salina, KS in 1961 followed by a MS from Kansas State University in Education in 1968. She began her 29 year teaching career in schools staffed by the Sisters of St. Joseph in Plainville, Leoville, Damar, Manhattan, Oakley, KS; Grand Island, NE and Aurora, IL. Following her teaching career, she worked at St. Joseph’s Children’s home for three years, served as Clergy Counselor for Chemical Dependency for six years, ministered as a parish pastoral associate for eight years and served as hospital chaplain for twelve years. She retired to Nazareth Motherhouse in 2015.

Sister Mary was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers and two sisters. She is survived by one sister, Marcella Goodwin of Salina, KS; and three brothers, Al, Salina, KS, Virgil, Olathe, KS and Irvin, Salina, KS. A Bible Vigil Service will be held March 17 at 6:30 p.m. in the Nazareth Motherhouse Auditorium with Sister Anna Marie Broxterman as the eulogist. The Mass of Christian Burial will be March 18 at 10:30 a.m. in the Motherhouse Auditorium, Father Barry Brinkman presiding. The burial will be in the Nazareth Motherhouse Cemetery. Nutter Mortuary, 116 E. 6th St., Concordia, KS is in charge of arrangements. Memorials for Sister Mary Augustine may be given to the Sisters of St. Joseph Health Care/Retirement Fund or the Apostolic Works of the Sisters; P.O Box 279, Concordia, KS 66901.

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03/10/2025

Wallace "Wally" Cooper

Wally Cooper, age 87, passed Thursday March 6, 2025 at the Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS.

Wallace (Wally) was born March 8th 1937 in Fitzgerald, Georgia to Chesley and Berta Mae (Yarbrough) Cooper. He was the 4th of 5 children.

At the age of 17 he joined the Airforce and became an airplane mechanic. He spent 22 years serving our country and retired Master Sergeant.

In his travels he married his first wife Bernadette Marie Trzeciak June 24th 1957. This union brought 6 adoring children. After retiring he worked in the aircraft industry, real estate, and locksmith and in the Sedgwick county carpool. He enjoyed family, fishing, chess, woodworking and travel.

On April 11, 1998 Wally married the love of his life Cleora Sue Burke, with her came 4 more adoring children.

He is preceded in death by his wife of 25 years Cleora, parents Chesley and Berta Mae, brothers Chesley Jr., Ferrand, Gilbert, sister Nancy Sue Farris, brother in-law Bill Farris, son in-laws Tom Ricke and David Stimpson. Wally is survived by children and stepchildren: Barbara (Jeff) Moos of Boise, ID, Ted (Sue) Cooper of Knoxville, TN, Carl Cooper, Wally Jr.(Kristie) Cooper of Wichita, KS Theresa Ricke of Harper, KS, Angelique Cooper of The Woodlands, TX, George (Michelle) Hammond of Derby, KS, Kimberly Stimpson, Tamara Potter of Rosehill, KS, Susan (Brandon) Bacon of Wichita, KS, 20 Grandchildren, 22 Great Grandchildren and 2 Great Great Grandchildren.

Visitation will be Monday March 10, 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Culbertson- Smith Mortuary, Wichita, KS.

Funeral Services will be Tuesday March 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM at Culbertson- Smith Mortuary, Wichita, KS.

Burial will follow at the Whitewater Cemetery, Whitewater, KS

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