McPherson, KS-Carolyn Sue Bishop, 86, of Hesston, KS, passed away on Saturday, June 24, 2023, at Pine Village, Moundridge, KS, surrounded by her family. She was the daughter of the late Chrystle Clara (Walker) and William Raymond Keyes. Carolyn attended Wellington grade school and graduated from Wellington (KS) High School in 1955. She was a member of United Pentecostal Church, Wichita,
Guy Rondell Gerard was born in Salina, Kansas to Helen Lorriane Gans and Donald Edward Gerard on February 3, 1955. His brother Mark preceded his birth by four years. Guy started his higher education at McPherson High School where he excelled in sports and academics. This along with his Eagle Scout badge contributed to securing a spot at the Coast Guard Academy in May 1973 in New London Connecticut. That summer was spent sailing on the Coast Guard flagship “The Bark Eagle” to Europe. His competitive nature drove him to compete for a highly sought after degree in oceanography. He graduated in May 1977, packed his bags, and set off for his first assignment in Ketchikan, Alaska. At this time, he got engaged to Laura C Basile whom he later married. A buoy ender, “The Laurel”, was his home for the next year where he got to revisit his past dream of becoming a Forest Ranger; hiking, fishing and communing with nature. During his year in Alaska, he applied for flight school staus and was accepted for a class date of January 2, 1979 at Pensacola, Florida Naval Air Station. He flew in the Coast Guard for the next 10 years on the C130 and Falcon Jet; first in Elizabeth City North Carolina and second in Mobile Alabama where he was chosen among many to head up the education and training for the new jet, “The Falcon”, acquired by the Coast Guard to assist the C130 fleet in search and rescue missions as well as drug enforcement. One of these search and rescue missions led to recommendation by Guy and his crew to start a swimmers in the water program to save more lives. The program was later implemented and called Rescue Swimmers and has been adapted for a movie starring Kevin Costner called The Guardian. Guy continued with the Coast Guard in the reserves, retiring with 20 years in. In March of 1984 Guy decided to change careers and joined the Delta Airlines team where he thrived flying international for thirty two years, retiring as a captain on February 3, 2020. At thi
Elizabeth Becker, 92, of Moundridge, KS, passed away on June 28, 2023, at the Moundridge Manor. Funeral arrangements are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.
Alyce L. (Coder) Schroeder Park, 85, of McPherson, KS, passed away on June 29, 2023.
Sandra Louise (Kindle) Larson, 80, of rural Marquette, died peacefully at home Wednesday, June 21, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born December 16, 1942 in Warsaw, MO, Sandra was the second child of James A. Kindle and Leola E. (Bailey) Kindle. Sandy attended school in Warsaw, graduating from Warsaw High School in 1960. Following high school, Sandy worked for E.C. Bishop’s Gun Stock Company in Warsaw for ten years before moving to Kansas City and taking a job at Black, Sivalls, & Bryson, and then Montgomery Wards. It was at a Montgomery Ward’s Christmas party where she met Merlyn (Merle) Larson.
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George Washington Sullivan, IV, 58, of McPherson, KS, passed away June 17, 2023. Arrangements are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.
Mary Crowdes, 85, of Marquette, KS, passed away on June 19, 2023. Arrangements are with Stockham Family Funeral Home, McPherson.
Phyllis Ann Koenig, 90, of McPherson, KS, and formerly of Kansas City and Eureka, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 23, 2023, surrounded by family at The Cedars, McPherson. Phyllis was a retired hospital administrator for Greenwood County Hospital in Eureka. Phyllis was born on December 8, 1932, in Poplar Bluff, MO, the daughter of Robert Rezin and Hettie Jane (Simmons) Wood. She graduated high school from Poplar Bluff, MO. On October 23, 1954, Phyllis was united in marriage to Richard Dean Koenig in Poplar Bluff. This union was blessed with three children, Cheryl, Steve, and Judy. Survivors include: her loving husband of 68 years, Richard Koenig; three children, Cheryl (Galen) Swisher of Kula, HI, Steve (Connie) Koenig of McPherson, KS, and Judy (Robert) Sanders of Evans, GA; five grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; seven step-great-grandchildren; and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Robert Wood, Virginia Davison, and Kenneth Wood; and a great-grandson, Hendrix Koenig. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 AM, Thursday, June 29, 2023, at McPherson Cemetery with Rev. Ron Pracht officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to The Cedars Special Care Unit in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.
Darlene Sullivan, 78, of Hillsboro, Ks, went to her heavenly home on June 17, 2023. She was born in Lincoln County, Kansas at her family’s home on August 26, 1944, to Frederick & Esther Coopple. Darlene grew up in McPherson and lived much of her adult life in Salina. She had numerous jobs throughout her life which took her to several states and many interesting places. A few of her jobs included working on a harvest crew, driving a semi-truck, and cooking for college students. Friends and family loved to hear Darlene recount the wild adventures and situations she found herself in. Darlene is survived by her two sisters; Louise Becker of Moundridge, Ks, and Joyce Prigmore of Phoenix, AZ; her two sons Mark Coopple (Kimberly) of Salina, Ks; Danny Brayton (Robin) of McPherson, KS; and numerous extended family members. Darlene was a friend to many. She had a gift for conversations and loved making those around her laugh. She will be greatly missed by many friends and family members. Private family services to be held. Arrangements are by Affordable Cremations Plus, Wichita, Ks.