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09/30/2025

Lawrence Dean Fetterolf

Lawrence Dean "Butch" Fetterolf, age 74, of Plainville, Kansas passed away Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Hays Medical Center.

Arrangements are pending with Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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09/30/2025

09/30/2025

Clair Joseph Rogers

Clair Joseph Rogers, age 76, of Liebenthal, Kansas passed away Sunday, September 28, 2025 at the Good Samaritan Society, Hays.

Arrangements are pending with Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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09/30/2025

Thomas D. Potter

Thomas D. Potter, age 76, of WaKeeney, Kansas passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, Kansas. He was born October 23, 1948, in Lexington, Nebraska.

Services are pending at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

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09/30/2025

Anna Alvena West

Anna Alvena West, age 94, of Hays, Kansas passed away Sunday September 28, 2025 at Via Christi Village, Hays.

Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Via Christi Village Chapel. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time. Burial will follow in the Natoma City Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the New Life Center, Assembly of God in Hays and may be sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.

Memories may be shared on Anna's tribute page at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

A complete obituary will be provided by Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock's Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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09/29/2025

Jon F. Kisner

Jon F. Kisner, age 83 of Hays, Kansas passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025. He was born on September 27, 1941, in Abilene, Kansas to Fred “Fritz” and Angela (Dreiling) Kisner.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 18, 2025, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis, Victoria, Kansas. Inurnment with Military Honor Guard Rites will be in Saint Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

Services are entrusted to Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas. Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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09/29/2025

Andrew Joseph Kuhn

Andrew J. “Andy” Kuhn Jr., age 73, of Aurora, Colorado, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at the University of Colorado Hospital in Aurora, Colorado.

Andy was born on September 19, 1952, in Hays, Kansas, to Andrew and Clara Irene (Hammerschmidt) Kuhn. On August 11, 1973, he married Wanda Dinkel of Victoria, Kansas, and together they shared 52 wonderful years.

He grew up in Ellis, Kansas, and attended Thomas More Prep High School in Hays, Kansas, graduating in 1971. He then graduated from North Central Kansas Vo-Tech in Beloit, Kansas.

Throughout his career, Andy worked at King of the Road in Russell, Kansas, Enersys and Heartland Building Center in Hays, Kansas, retiring in 2017. He dedicated much of his life to serving his community, including leadership on the St. Fidelis Parish Council in Victoria, Kansas, and helping with funeral committee meals. He was also a proud member of the Victoria 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus, and served as Grand Knight, a member of the 4th Degree Assembly, and a volunteer at the Community Assistance Center in Hays.

During retirement, Andy and Wanda moved to Aurora, Colorado, to be closer to their grandchildren. He treasured every moment spent taking them to school and their activities, and he enjoyed walking his “grand-dogs.”

Andy is survived by his wife, Wanda Kuhn; his daughter, Kristi Kuhn and husband, Enrique Alvarez, Denver, Colorado; his grandchildren Ian and Nora Alvarez, Denver, Colorado; his siblings, Norbert Kuhn, Hays, Kansas; Norman Kuhn and wife, Kathy, Victoria, Kansas; Agneta Kuhn and Josita Dreiling, both of Ellis, Kansas; and numerous nephews, nieces, and in-laws.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Clara Kuhn; his sister, Lucille Kuhn; and sister-in-law, Rita Kuhn.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Saturday, October 4, 2025, at the Basilica of Saint Fidelis, 900 Cathedral Ave., Victoria, Kansas, with Celebrants, Father Curtis Carlson O.F.M. Cap. and Father Harvey Dinkel O.F.M. Cap. Burial will follow at St. Fidelis Cemetery, Victoria, Kansas.

Visitation will be held from 5:30 to 8:00 P.M. Friday, at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays, and from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. Saturday, at The Basilica of Saint Fidelis Victoria, Kansas.

A Vigil Service will be at 6:00 P.M. Friday, followed by a 3rd and 4th Degree Knights of Columbus rosary at 6:30 P.M. Friday, both at Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary of Hays.

In Lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials made payable to: The Basilica of Saint Fidelis or the Community Assistance Center of Hays, in care of Cline’s-Keithley Mortuary, 1919 East 22nd Street, Hays, Kansas 67601.

Condolences can be emailed to clineschapels@gmail.com or left by guest book at www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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09/29/2025

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09/27/2025

Jerome Spiess

Jerome “Jerry” Francis Spiess, a man with at least nine lives and a laugh you could never forget, passed away on September 24, 2025, at age 72. He lived simply, fully, and always on his own terms—even when life had other plans.

Born May 21, 1953, in Hays, Kansas, to John and Eleanor Spiess, Jerry was a lifelong Kansan and longtime resident of Russell. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Eleanor Spiess. He is survived by his three children—Jason Spiess of Paradise, KS; Kelly Wellbrock and her husband Brett of Salina, KS; and Melanie Dennis and her husband Travis of Springfield, MO—seven grandchildren, one great-grandchild, and four siblings: Sharon Cohoon, Carol Weigel, Jim Spiess, and Joe Spiess.

Raised in a Catholic family, Jerry attended seminary high school in Victoria and graduated from Thomas More Prep in Hays (Class of 1971). He later built a career in the oilfields—where the work was tough, but never tougher than him. After a life-changing accident, he got back up, reinvented himself, and earned a computer science degree from Salina Tech. He proved that grit and curiosity go hand in hand, especially when you move to the beat of your own drum.

Sharp, funny, and unconventional in all the best ways, Jerry made auctions his playground. Predicting his negotiations was impossible—he could put together deals that made you chuckle, scratch your head, or both. And if he scored something, he was quick to offer you first pick. Selfless to the core, Jerry was happiest giving things away—including his many boat conquests. Though no one ever took him up on it, the offer always stood: “Need a boat? It’s a pretty good deal!”

He bought and reinvented the local laundromat, where the whole family pitched in and somehow found joy in the routine. He sponsored his kids’ softball team, cheered from the sidelines, and proudly supported the Russell community and his oilfield family. He also rang the church bells—a quiet role he carried with pride.

When not working or bidding on treasures, Jerry loved fishing. He was always proud to show off a secret fishing hole—usually with a twinkle in his eye and a story to go with it. He believed the best things in life were simple, shared, and slightly off the beaten path.

Jerry had a way of seeing life clearly—especially when others got tangled in the details. When stress crept in, he’d strip things down to their simplest truths. “Money is just fancy paper,” he’d say with a grin, reminding you to focus on what really matters. His wisdom was quiet but grounding—and he had a gift for cutting through the noise and helping you reset, not with advice, but with perspective.

Of all his accomplishments, Jerry took the most pride in his children. He never missed a chance to brag about them or support them in his own unique way. His grandchildren—and now great-grandchild—brought him that same joy.

More than anything, Jerry was resilient, fiercely himself, and endlessly entertaining. His laugh—loud, genuine, contagious—was a gift to everyone who knew him. Tough as they come, he showed us how to live fully, bend the rules a little, and never, ever give up.

The family wishes to thank the Russell community for their support, friendship, and kindness throughout the years.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 11, at St. Mary Queen of Angels Catholic Church in Russell, followed by a luncheon in the parish hall. A private burial will follow at St. Joseph’s Catholic Cemetery in Hays, where Jerry will rest beside his parents.

Memorials may be made to the Homestead Nutrition Project in Russell and sent in care of Keithley Funeral Homes PO Box 86 Hays, KS 67601.

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Arrangements are under the direction of Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory-Brock’s Chapel 2509 Vine Hays, KS 67601.

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09/27/2025

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09/26/2025

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09/25/2025

William Wierman

William Theobald Wierman, age 85 of Hays, Kansas died Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Via Christi Village - Hays. He was born October 20, 1939 in McCracken, KS to William H. and Alvina G. (Bieker) Wierman. He graduated from St. Joseph’s Military Academy in 1958. After graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army. During the course of his enlistment, he was stationed in Alaska and then finished his military service in the army reserves. He was united in marriage to Agnes Marie Schmidt on July 24, 1965 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Hays, KS.

Upon his discharge from the Army, he began work for Bieker Construction. He eventually started his own construction and remodeling business. His emphasis was on cabinets and finish carpentry. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church and the American Legion Post 173. He was also a Director for the Prairie Acres Improvement District for 39 years.

Survivors include his wife, Agnes Wierman of Hays, KS; daughters, Anne Schulte (Matthew) of Hays, KS and Amy Wierman of Lawrence, KS; a son, William G. Wierman (Tammy) of Hays, KS; grandchildren, Jenna Schulte (Rohn), Michael Schulte (Andreina), Emily Schulte, and Travis Wierman; great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Cora Brantley, Emma and Olivia Schulte and sisters-in-law, Mary Ann Stevenson and Clarice (Joe) Chism.

He was preceded in death by his parents, William H. & Alvina Wierman; father and mother-in-law Lucius & Alfreda Schmidt; siblings, William H. Wierman, Terry Wierman, Donald Wierman, and Sheila Sander; an infant son, Michael Wierman and a brother-in-law, Harry Stevenson.

Memorial Services will be 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Keithley Funeral Homes and Crematory - Brock's Chapel, 2509 Vine Street Hays, Kansas 67601. Memorial visitation will be from 10:00 AM to service time at the Funeral Chapel.

Inurnment with Military Honors courtesy of the Hays VFW Honor Guard, will follow in St. Joseph’s Cemetery - Hays.

In lieu of flowers memorials are suggested to the St. Joseph's Food Pantry - Hays in care of the Funeral Chapel.

Memories and words of comfort may be shared with William's family on his tribute page via: www.keithleyfuneralchapels.com

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