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09/23/2025

RONALD “LITTLE MO” MOORE

Ronald “Little Mo” Moore, 76, passed away peacefully at his home in Delia, KS on Monday, September 22, 2025 under the loving care of a team of angels from St. Croix Hospice. Nurses Kirstie, Tracy and Chrissy, after a decades long battle with PAD.

Ron was born in Oswego, Kansas on April 29, 1949, the son of Albert and Oleta Campbell Moore. Originally from Arkansas, the family of four brothers and one sister put down their roots in Hoyt, Kansas. Here Ron attended Hoyt High School, where he met and married Cathy Fuller, with whom he had two ornery daughters.

Ron worked for the railroad, then Goodyear, then owned a gas station in Hoyt with his brother Rick. He eventually hired on with KPL as a journeyman mechanic at Jeffrey Energy Center. He retired in 2010. Here he met his devoted partner in crime, Eileen Jackson. They were married on November 1, 1992.

Ron is survived by his wife, Eileen, Delia, daughters, Rhonda Moore and Jeni Baxter (Tim), all of Holton, grandchildren, Chris Nocktonick (Rachel), Hoyt, Haley Ramsay (Zak), Aubrey, TX, Tana Olberding (Kyle), Seneca, Katlyn Ensley (Matthew), Mayetta, and TJ Martin, Mayetta, great grandchildren, Lakelyn, Maisyn, Harper, twins Nixon and Kash, and Keaton, his siblings, Roger Moore (Kathy), Independence, MO, Rick Moore (Barb), Topeka, Mary Neil (Rod), Ozawkie, and many nieces and nephews who all held a special place in Uncle Ronnie’s heart.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 29th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt, led by a very special niece, Deedra Neil. We welcome any special memories or thoughts, either oral or written, if you wish to share. Dress will be casual, with Chiefs attire, as Ron was an avid fan. A visitation will be from 10:30 until service time. It was Ron’s wish to be cremated with a private family water burial at a later date. Memorials are suggested to his Great Grandchildren’s Education Fund, payable to Edward Jones, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, KS 66440. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

09/16/2025

LINDA SUE CAMPBELL

Linda Sue Campbell, 66, of Circleville, passed away on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at her home.

She was born October 25, 1958 in Pittsburg, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Vida Coester Toney. She graduated from Girard High School in 1976

Linda was a member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Holton KS.

She had sold Avon cosmetics, worked with Ann Wells Realty in Danville IL, and later worked in the Title Department for the State of Kansas.

She married Gus O’Dean Hoskins on May 24th 1976 within that marriage they had two daughters, Sarah and Keli. She married Steven R. Campbell on March 20th 1999 in Danville, IL. He survives, of the home.

Linda was preceded in death by her parents and a step-daughter, Anna Creevan.

Other survivors include two daughters, Sarah Hoskins, Hiawatha and Keli Hoskins, Onaga, four step-daughters, Rachel Johnson (David), Emmett, Gine Coburn, Diamond MO, Tharesa Carlon (Ramero), Wichita and Sarah Neeley (J.D.), Topeka, one brother, Dwayne “Butch” Toney (Cheri), Topeka, three sisters, Brenda Boothe (Gary), Wathena, Cindy Nunamaker (David), Excelsior Springs, MO and Sandy Lundberg (Randy), Gilbert, AZ, eighteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren.

Linda was a devout wife, loved going on adventures and loved her grandchildren even more. Linda was not only known as Grandma but also held the title of “Bob” by some of her grandchildren. Linda was quick to tell anyone who would listen a recent story about how proud she was of her children and especially her grandchildren. She loved listening to music and family gatherings. She was always willing to help where she could. She would drop what she was doing if she heard anyone talking about a bonfire and make sure to be there. We all remember the burnt hot dogs. She loved to play games and especially loved geocaching. She was very well known for her potato salad and making sure the cookie jar was always ready for little hands to reach in and grab a cookie. She loved a good punny joke and was ready to let you hear her latest. As a sister she was quick-witted, goofy, occasionally gullible and loved living her life. Her indelible zip lining incident will definitely still be talked about for years to come. She was quick with her comebacks and the laugh she had with the occasional snort. Linda enjoyed attending services at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses and held her fellow brothers and sisters there close to her heart.

Services will be held at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses south of Holton on Saturday, October 4th at 1:00 p.m. A Celebration of Life will directly follow at the Banner Lake Event Building, to share memories and laughs around the campfire. Food will be provided. Please bring lawn chairs. Memorials are suggested to help with expenses, and may be made to Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

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09/12/2025

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09/02/2025

CHARLES B. RICKEL

Charles B. Rickel, 97, of Mayetta, passed away on Sunday, August 31, 2025 at The Pines in Holton.

He was born June 11, 1928 at Hoyt, the son of Dennis and Harriett Woodhead Rickel. He graduated from Hoyt High School.

Charles was a farmer and a stockman. He also operated Rickel Construction.

He married Marjorie June Tuck on December 12, 1949 at the First Baptist Church of Hoyt. She preceded him in death on January 15, 2022.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Clifford, Donald, Robert, George and Roland Rickel, and four sisters, Zadie Howe, Jane Martin, Dorothy Redding and Nancy Trumm.

Survivors include three daughters, Deb Rickel, Mayetta, Donnie Taylor, Hoyt, and Cindie Bailey, Delia, thirteen grandchildren and nineteen great-grandchildren.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, September 5th at the Hoyt Cemetery. Charles will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Thursday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. Family and friends will meet at the funeral home by 9:45 a.m. Friday to go in procession to the cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Holton Community Hospital or Faith Home Health and Hospice, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, KS 66440. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

09/01/2025

KATHRINE M. “KATHY” KRANZ

Kathrine M. “Kathy” Kranz, 64, of Holton, passed away on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

She was born May 14, 1961 in San Francisco, California, the daughter of Roy and Beverly Robison Kranz. She attended school at Holton and Jackson Heights, and graduated from Jackson Heights High School. Kathy attended the Circleville Christian Church. She had lived in the Kansas Place in Holton for many years.

Kathy was preceded in death by her father, Roy and a nephew, Joshua Kranz.

Survivors include her mother, Beverly Kranz, Holton, a sister, Deborah Kennedy, Topeka, a brother, Charles Kranz (Doreen), Topeka, her long-time friend and caretaker, Loretta Torres, her nieces and nephews, Shawna Blackwood (Brock), Brandon DeVader (Jessica), Brooke Johnson, and Chuck Kranz (Ashley), and many great nieces and nephews.

Private graveside memorial services and inurnment will be in the Circleville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Kansas Place, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

08/27/2025

PHILLIP CHARLES RECTOR

Phillip Rector, 33, of Onaga, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at his home.

He was born June 8, 1992, in Topeka. He graduated from Seaman High School in 2010 and attended Washburn Technical School for Woodworking. Phillip had worked at Hardee’s in Topeka.

Phillip spread joy with his contagious laughter wherever he would go. He was very selfless and loved everyone he met.

Phillip was the best biscuit-maker and humblest bro to grace the Earth.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, William and Phyllis Rector.

Survivors include his mother, Edna Rector, Onaga, a brother, Billy Rector, Lawrence, four sisters, Teresa Miller (Andrew), Onaga, Erica Rector (Jason), Topeka, Angelia Lane, Oklahoma City, OK and Esperanza Soto, Topeka, and eleven nieces and nephews.

Graveside Services will be 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 3rd at the Onaga Cemetery. Phillip will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. Tuesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga, where a visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. There will be a Celebration of Phillip’s Life and a Luncheon after the service at the Onaga Community Center. Memorials are suggested to Helping Hands Humane Society, and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 312, Onaga, KS 66521. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

08/14/2025

ALICE ANN (LEIKER) KERR

Alice Ann (Leiker) Kerr, 67, of Sedan, formerly of Great Bend, passed away on Monday, August 12, 2025 at the Pleasant Valley Manor in Sedan.

She was born August 31, 1957 in Ness City, the daughter of Richard and Bernardine Jacobs Leiker. She graduated from Ness City High School in 1976.

After graduation Alice worked as a Certified Nurses Aide in nursing homes in Ness City, Great Bend and Dodge City.

She married Terry Brown on February 4, 1984 in Ness City. They lived in Ness County for a while, then Dodge City, and then made their home in Noel, Missouri. She worked at Tyson Foods in Noel. She and Terry were divorced.

She married Jimmie Kerr on January 6, 2007 in Larned. They lived in Kinsley and Larned for several years, then moved to Great Bend. She worked at Braum’s Ice Cream and Dairy Store in Great Bend.

Alice was preceded in death by her parents and a son, Joshua Brown, who died August 4, 2023.

Survivors include her husband, Jim Kerr, Sedan, a daughter, Kristy Gresty and husband Clint, Dodge City, two sisters, Mary Jane Leiker, Great Bend and Donna Sue Graf and husband Leonard, Phillipsburg, a brother, Wayne Leiker and wife Karen, Holton, and four grandchildren, Caleb Gresty, Jerzie Tompkins, and Mina and Xander Brown.

A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 22nd at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church in Great Bend . Private inurnment will be later in Sacred Heart Cemetery at Ness City. Memorials are suggested to Sacred Heart Cemetery, and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

08/08/2025

IRVIN DALE REED

Irvin “Dale” Reed, 85, of Soldier, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on August 7, 2025, with his girls by his side.

Dale was born on October 5, 1939, in Soldier to Irvin Gene and June (Anderson) Reed. A lifelong resident of the Soldier community, he graduated from Soldier High School in 1958. From 1963 to 1965, Dale proudly served his country in the United States Army, stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia, where he specialized in electrical avionics.

Dale had a long and dedicated career with the Jackson County Road and Bridge Department, where he worked for 43 years in various roles—including dump truck driver, road grader operator, and ultimately shop foreman—until his retirement in 2001.

On September 8, 1973, Dale married the love of his life, Catherine “Cathleen” Kennedy, at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton. They shared 45 years of marriage before Cathleen's passing in 2019.

Dale had a deep love for his community and served in many capacities over the years. He was a former mayor of Soldier, served as the Soldier Fire Chief from 1968 to 1973, was a longtime member of the Soldier Volunteer Fire Board, served two terms on the USD 335 Jackson Heights School Board, and was an elder at Soldier Christian Church. He was also a member of St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton.

Dale was a mechanic by trade and spent many happy hours tinkering in his garage. Dale also enjoyed riding his Gator around the farm, attending his grandchildren’s activities, camping with friends and family, and traveling with Cathleen, most especially many treasured trips to Colorado visiting their daughter, Kitty.

He is survived by two daughters, Cody (Aaron) Utz of Holton, KS, and Kitty (Ray) Reed-MacDonald of Montrose, CO; four grandchildren, Grace, Isaac, and Preston Utz of Holton, and Dayle MacDonald of Montrose; his brother Jerry (Nina) Reed of Soldier, KS; sister-in-law Betty Jo (Bart) Howells of Billings, MT; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents, his beloved wife Cathleen, his sister Leila Nutter, and brothers-in-law Joe L. Kennedy and Lloyd Nutter.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 12th at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Holton. Dale will lie in state at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday and from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Monday. A visitation will held on Monday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with a Rosary prayed at 6:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Holton Community Hospital Foundation or the Soldier Volunteer Fire Department, in care of the funeral home, PO Box 1034, Holton, KS 66436. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

08/05/2025

GREGORY LEE FIEDLER

Gregory Lee Fiedler, 66, passed peacefully on Wednesday July 2nd, 2025 in Holton, KS at Anew nursing home. Born on July 7th, 1958 in Holton, Greg was the second oldest of Venita Kay (Haag) and Daniel Joseph Fiedler’s six sons.

Greg was a lifelong Holton Wildcat as part of the Class of ’78 where he was the designated kicker and place kicker on the football team, and remembered for his strong leg his Jr. and Sr. years. He held closely to many fond memories in the community; from working cattle and swine with his grandfather Milton Haag, working every summer in the hay fields with his brothers, raising and showing swine with the Sunshine Winners 4-H club at the county fair, to being raised in the church at St. Dominic, Greg was very proud and cherished his time here in Jackson County.

Greg graduated from Holton High School and enlisted into the Army in 1980. Stationed at Fort Riley, Greg was Honorably Discharged back to civilian life where he then worked as a carpenter and residential plumber’s assistant in Topeka.

Greg lived in Topeka for 35 years, where he married Phyllis Ann Beals, and was a loving father to Adam Lee and Amanda Sue. He was a lifelong man of God and was rarely found without his scripture in hand. Greg will be remembered for his booming laughter, strong will, love for his Kansas City Chiefs, as a concerned, carrying, and conscious man and very fondly by his family as Gregory Peck.

He is survived by his loving mother, Venita Fiedler, of Holton, son, Adam Lee, of KCMO, daughter, Amanda Sue (Wyatt) Thomas, of Bloomfield, NE, and granddaughter, Nayla Sue Ann Thomas; five brothers, Michael J. and Bradley A., of Washington, PA, Dennis J. (Sherri), of Washington, PA, Warren D. (Rachel), of Virginia Beach, VA, and Todd D. (Jennifer), of Pelican Rapids, MN, and many nieces and nephews.

Greg was preceded in death by his father, Daniel J. and ex-wife Phyllis.

Greg was laid to rest on July 8th with Military Honors at Mt. Calvary Cemetery with his father following a small Christian Service at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home. Memorials and special messages can be mailed to Venita Fiedler at the Family home on 246th.

08/04/2025

LINDA DARLENE HALE, KiWeBa

Linda Darlene Hale, KiWeBa, 79, of Mayetta, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the Rossville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

She was born September 11, 1945 in Topeka, the daughter of Louis and Pearl Herrick Hale.

Linda was a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation and the Drum Religion.

She had lived for many years in Wisconsin, where she worked as a physical therapy assistant. After moving back to Kansas, she was a bus driver’s assistant for Head Start.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Alan Hale and Louis Hale, Jr., and four sisters, Julia Deener, Cecilia Hale, Anita Hale and Joraine Tuckwin.

Survivors include two nephews, Martin Deener and Eric Deener, and many cousins.

A Supper and Wake will be Wednesday evening, August 6th at the Dance Ground Building, west of Mayetta. Burial will be Thursday morning in the Matwe-Shobney Cemetery. Linda will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Holton. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

07/31/2025

TEX RICHARD MANUEL

Tex Richard Manuel was born September 29, 1932 in the home where he currently resided in rural Havensville, KS. Tex entered into his eternal life on Monday July 28, 2025 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS.

Tex was a loving husband, father, grandpa and steward of the land. Tex married the love of his life Jean Alice Fellingham on April 7, 1957 in Borger, TX. Three children were born to this union, twin daughters, Tammy Rae (Bill) Wesley, Terry Renee (Terry) Jordan, and son, Tex Richard (Teri) Manuel, II, all of Havensville.

Tex worked on the family farm his entire life, many years in partnership with his brother Clem. Tex loved animals, nurturing many throughout his years, sharing this love with his family. You could find Tex and his hounds hitting a hot track and being out for hours. He also had a passion for searching and collecting arrowheads. Tex went to work for Michigan-Wisconsin pipeline, where he served 28 years, retiring with ANR Pipeline.

Tex and Jean always had family around them, whether it be weekend meals, holiday gatherings or Chiefs football games, the farm was the place for making memories. Their house was full of love, laughter and loud cheering for their Chiefs. Nothing made Tex happier than to have his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids around him. Tex will be remembered as a historian for his knowledge of remembering important dates and events in his community. Tex graduated from Havensville Rural High School with the class of 1951, then he honorably served his country in the United States Army during the Korean conflict. Tex was a lifelong member of the American Legion. Tex did not hesitate to share his life with his grandkids, flying kites, sledding or going to the creek for fun activities.

Tex is survived by his children, grandkids Brandi Wesley, Chance Wesley, C**t (Richelle) Wesley, Tanner Jordan, Casey (Scott) Parker, Tayla Manuel and Tex “Trey” Manuel, III, great-grandkids Kloee, Skye, Caleb, Quincy, Connor, Theo, Aliyah, Reagan and Taylor, brother-in-law, Dwayne Martin and numerous nieces and nephews.

Tex was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Ross and Stella Mae (Channel) Manuel, his loving wife, Jean Alice, brothers, Clement and Duane Manuel , sister, Virginia Martin, son-in-law, Bill Wesley, nieces, nephews and friends. Tex will be remembered for his smile, quiet chuckle, ornery personality and mischievous twinkle in his eye. He generously shared I Love You’s with those he loved.

Tex will lie in state from Noon to 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 3rd at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga, where a visitation is scheduled for 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be Monday, August 4th at 10:30 a.m. at the Havensville Christian Church. Memorials are suggested to the Havesnville Christian Church or the American Legion, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 312, Onaga, KS 66521. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

07/29/2025

KEITH EDGELL BELL

Keith Edgell Bell, 92, of Holton, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025 at the Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka.

He was born December 23, 1932 in Halls Summit, Kansas, the son of Clair and Blanche “Marie” Jackson Bell. He graduated from Strawn High School in Strawn, Kansas. Keith was a U.S. Army Veteran. He served eighteen months in Germany and played upright bass in the Army Band.

Keith was a farmer and a stockman and also worked at Goodyear in Topeka. He was a member of the Potawatomi Community Church, Holton American Legion and Local 307 Steelworker’s Union.

He married Dorthea Rathert on August 17, 1962 in Miami, Oklahoma. She preceded him in death on April 8, 2020.

Keith was also preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Ray Bell and Cecil Bell, and a sister, JoAnn Poteet.

Survivors include his three sons, James Bell, Hoyt, Michael Bell, Gardner, and Ricky Bell, Garnett, two daughters, Christina Wilder (Steven), San Jose, CA and Carla Klein (Billy), Alturas, CA, his companion, Martha Roush, Holton, and two grandchildren, Hannah and Sarah Wilder.

Graveside services with military honors will be 10:00 a.m. Friday, August 1st in the Mayetta Cemetery. Keith will lie in state from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Thursday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. Memorials are suggested to the Potawatomi Community Church or Holton American Legion, and may be sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, KS 66440. On-line condolences may be made at chapeloaksfuneralhome.com

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