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Nancy Faye Hugaboom - September 25, 1948 - July 06, 2022

Departed: 07/06/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Nancy Faye (Martin) Hugaboom, 73, passed away at St. Catherine Hospital, in Garden City, Kansas on Wednesday, July 6, 2022. The daughter of Raymond Martin, she was born September 25, 1948, in Pasadena, Texas. Her hobbies included shopping and visiting with friends. She enjoyed the company and spending time with friends and family. Survivors include one daughter, Vanessa Marran; two sons, Gwilym Martin, Edward Guy Coy; 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded by her parents and brother, Joe Martin.There will be no services held at this time as cremation has taken place. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Karen Jean Pate - March 30, 1959 - June 21, 2022

Departed: 06/21/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Dateline- Hugoton, KSKaren Jean PateKaren Jean Pate, 63 years old, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at Stevens County Hospital, in Hugoton, Kansas. The daughter of Lyle Arthur and Nole Ferne (Prather) Pate, she was born March 30, 1959, in Hugoton, Kansas. Growing up Karen loved to ride horses and being outside. Her passion for all animals could be seen daily in her life, her cat of 12 years Ace, was one of her favorites.Karen was a rural mail carrier for the USPS for 17 years, she had many good friends on her mail route.Her greatest love in life was her only child, Lucas Munson.She will be greatly missed by many friends and family.Survivors include son, Lucas Munson, Hugoton, KS.; two brothers, Gary Pate and Danny Pate, Cassville, MO.; many cousins and other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by three sisters, Judy Rae Pate, Nancy Kay Pate, Linda Marie Pate; brother, Monty Jay Pate. Memorials have been established for Karen Pate's funeral expenses, please make checks payable to Robson Funeral Home. Memorials may be mailed to Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Cremation has taken place and no service will be held at this time.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Edward Daniel Cowser - October 06, 1950 - June 18, 2022

Departed: 06/18/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Edward Daniel Cowser, age 71, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022, surrounded by his family in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The son of Fred Frank and Jerline Grace (Clair) Cowser, he was born on October 6, 1950, in Rolla, Kansas.Edward married Paula Louise Murray on February 13, 1970, in Hugoton, Kansas. They recently just celebrated 52 years of marriage.Hobbies were Hunting with his three girls Bell, Jewel and Gabby, Fishing and keeping up with his yard. He really enjoyed visiting with everyone and playing jokes on his family and friends. Survivors include his loving wife, Paula L. Cowser, Siloam Springs, AR.; one daughter, Candy Kaye Boyster and husband James, Mulvane, KS.; two brothers, Gerald Cowser, Liberal, KS., Stephen Cowser and wife Johnny, Rolla, KS.; two sisters, Wanda Williams, Hugoton, KS., Margaret Mayo, Rolla, KS.; two grandchildren, Christopher Boyster, Springdale, AR and Danielle Boyster, Mulvane, KS.; mother-in-law, Pauline Murray, Hugoton, KS.; sister-in-law, Patricia Zellner and husband Louis, Hugoton, KS.; and many other relatives and friends.He is preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Freddy Cowser and Robert Cowser.A memorial has been established for the Alzheimer’s. Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Friday, June 24, 2022, from 10 AM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. The family will receive family and friends from 6 P.M. to 7 P.M. at Robson Funeral Home.A funeral service will be Saturday, June 25, 2022, at 10 AM, at First Christian Church with Pastor Marcus Light presiding. Burial will follow at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Denise Ann Poole - January 07, 1976 - June 12, 2022

Departed: 06/12/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Denise Ann Poole, 46, passed away Sunday, June 12, 2022, at Overland Park, Kansas. She was the daughter of Theodore “Ted” and Judy Dawn (Nix) Heaton. Denise was born on January 7, 1976, in Guymon, Oklahoma. Denise Ann Heaton married Christopher Barrett Poole on April 12th, 2003. Denise graduated from Hugoton High School in 1994. She then went to the University of Kansas where she graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Journalism. Denise was a fun and loving person to everyone she knew. Her smile was contagious, and she was a joy to be around. She enjoyed being a mom to her dogs, Leia and Chewy, and her cat, Vader. Denise was a loyal Kansas Jayhawk and Kansas City Chief's fan. Survivors include husband, Barry Poole, Overland Park, KS., parents, Ted and Judy Heaton, Hugoton, KS.; paternal grandmother, Laura Heaton, Ulysses, KS.; maternal grandparents, Benny and Jane Nix, Hugoton, KS.; brother, Austin Heaton, and wife, Cammie, Hugoton, KS.; two sisters, Kimberly Mauk and husband Adam, Hugoton, KS., Tina Salmans and husband Greg, Hugoton, KS.; nieces and nephews, Jaxen, Olivia, Jonas, Blake, Quinnlee, and Gracyn; in-laws, Sandra and Christopher A. Poole; and sister-in-law, Danielle Poole; and many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her big brother, DeWayne Lawrence Heaton, grandfather Buddy Heaton, and Uncle Buddie Heaton. A memorial has been established for the Turner Syndrome Foundation in the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Friday, June 17, 2022, from 6 PM to 8 PM, at First Christian Church.

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Fray Bryan McDaniels - January 06, 2003 - June 11, 2022

Departed: 06/11/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Fray Bryan McDaniels, 19, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022, in Moscow, Kansas. The son of Adam McDaniels and Sara (Wing) Brazeal. He was born on January 6, 2003, inLiberal, Kansas.Fray spent the majority of his youth playing sports, riding dirt bikes and 4-wheelers and if he wasn’t trying new tricks on his bike at the skatepark he was swapping parts off all his bikes. There was never a dull moment in the neighborhood as all of Fray’s cousins lived on the same block. Fray lived life in the fast lane and was always game to try anything. He and his siblings were nearly inseparable, and he wholeheartedly loved his little nephews whom he cherished dearly. Fray was extremely protective over all his loved ones, especially his mama. His most recent passions include riding horses, working out consistently, going to church, and working his tail off but most of all Fray was extremely excited to start his own family with Madison and meet his new daughter, Ryverlynn Jean. Fray was currently employed with M & T Pump of Moscow Ks, Mike, Teresa, and Brek Colantonio, with whom he also resided with and without reserve, was included genuinely as a part of their family.Survivors include his parents, Adam McDaniels, Hugoton, KS., Sara Brazeal and husband Billy, Beulah, CO.; sisters, Ali Amado and husband Alfred, Liberal, KS., Ava McDaniels, Hugoton, KS.; brothers, Levi McDaniels, Hugoton, KS., Ryatt Brazeal, Beulah, CO.; stepbrothers, Brock Brazeal and fiancé Hailey, Garden City, KS., Reed Brazeal, Hugoton, KS.; girlfriend, Madison Holt, Hugoton, KS.; soon-to-be-born baby girl, Ryverlynn Jean McDaniels; grandparents, Kay McDaniels, Hugoton, KS., Matt and Jeana Wing, Amarillo, TX.; great grandmother, Janet Stutz, Hugoton, KS.; many other relatives and friends.He was preceded by grandfather, Reece McDaniels; great grandparents, Jon Stutz, Larry and Jo Wing; uncle, Cole Wing; aunt, Elaine McDaniels.A memorial has been established for his daughter Ryverlynn McDaniels Education Fund. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Thursday, June 16, 2022, from 10 AM to 8 PM and Friday, June 17, 2022, from 12 PM to 8 PM with family receiving friends from 6 PM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton.The funeral service will be held Saturday, June 18, 2022, at 11 AM, at the Assembly of God Church with Pastor Tim Singer presiding. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Robert Lee Evans - July 19, 1956 - June 11, 2022

Departed: 06/11/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: DATELINE- HUGOTON, KSRobert Lee Evans, 65, passed away Saturday, June 11, 2022, in Hugoton, Kansas surrounded by his loving family.The son of Gerald (Skeeter) and Lela Lois (Crumpton) Evans. He was born July 19, 1956, in Clayton, New Mexico.Robert and Gloria Herrera were married February 18, 1977, in Texline, Texas. To this union were three children, Josh, Kristi, and Jayme. Robert enjoyed being with his family and friends. He loved to have his grandchildren over to visit or watch television with them. Robert was very close with his brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, and nephews. His hobbies were fishing, hunting, and trapping. Survivors include wife, Gloria Evans; a son, Josh Evans and wife Carmen, Hugoton, KS.; two daughters, Kristi Aguilera and husband Fabian, Amarillo, TX., Jayme Brack and companion Ty Ware, Hugoton, KS.; grandchildren, Emilio Aguilera, Mikayla Beltz and husband Merc, Bridget Archambault and husband Tim, Chance Brack, Zackary Zambrano, Sway Evans, Skeeter Evans, Aiden Evans, Brissa Evans, Jaxsen Evans; two great-grandchildren, Iris Aguilera and Faye Aguilera; and other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Donald “Chigger” Evans.A memorial has been established for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Memorial service will be held Friday, June 17, 2022, at 10 AM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Frances "Lucille" Ashlock - September 25, 1933 - May 22, 2022

Departed: 05/22/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Frances Lucille Ashlock passed away peacefully on the evening of May 22, 2022, at her home in Grain Valley, Missouri, with her husband Cecil, daughter, Carla, son David, and her granddaughter Lisa by her side. Lucille was born in Buffalo, OK on September 25, 1933, to parents Lloyd Melvin and Annis Lucille (Harmon) Smith. She grew up and attended school in Ashland, Kansas. She worked in the local café as a teenager, where she met Cecil. They were married on January 4, 1953, and were married for 69 years. After Cecil returned from the Army in 1955, he, Lucille, and two daughters, moved to Hugoton, Kansas in 1956, where they lived for nearly 50 years. During those years, Lucille’s jobs, besides being a mother, included serving in the County Treasure’s office as both Deputy, and Treasurer. She then worked at the John Deere dealerships (Roy Bennett and SteveCO Implement), for several years as an executive assistant, then to Clear Creek Trucking Co and Citizens State Bank in the computer department. Lucille then went to work for Hi-Plains Pizza Hut, serving as Assistant Manager with her daughter Rhonda for 5 years, where they achieved the #1 store in the Nation. Later, she took over as manager of that store, and daughter Carla served with her as her assistant for 7 more years. During that time, Lucille received numerous awards for service and cleanlinesss, but the highlight of her career was a #10 Pizza Hut in the nation, and #2 in the Hi-plains Pizza Hut franchise. Lucille commented that she would have been #1 if the soap dispenser in the restroom would have been full. However, she was very proud of these accomplishments, and so was her family. Her favorite saying was “If you have time to LEAN you have time to CLEAN.” After retiring, Cecil and Lucille spent several years traveling around the United States, nearly going to all 50 states. While traveling, she did extensive journaling about their adventures. Once they were done traveling in 2005, they moved to Grain Valley Missouri, near their son David. Lucille and David shared a mutual love for KU Basketball and Kansas City Chiefs football, spending most Saturdays and Sundays together rooting them on. Most memorable was the 2008 KU Championship together in Grain Valley. Lucille was also a member of Heartland Church in Blue Springs, where she developed loving friendships. She loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Lucille loved following friends and family on Facebook, where she gathered information on our family’s genealogy. She spent hours researching and documenting her families, and it’s quite extensive. She was also known for her quick wit and unique laugh. Her kindness was ever present and certainly will be missed. Lucille cherished ALL her 7 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren, and she was always delighted when they visited. Lucille was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Leon Smith, and her granddaughter Angelia (Showers) Dale. Lucille is survived by her husband Cecil and one sister Cornelia Ashlock, daughters Rhonda Lynch and Carla Showers (Steve), one son, David Ashlock (Rachel), granddaughters Carisa Lynch, Nichole Reeves (Freddie), Lisa Ashlock, grandsons, Nathan Showers(Christina), Troy VanHorn, Errik Ashlock, great grandchildren Kyle, Landon, Tyler, Wyatt, Lilly, Bella, Aylia Reeves, Hunter and Austin Dale, Tyler and Trevor Showers, Khalil Thrasher, Peyten and Savvy VanHorn, Kealis Miles, Khalissa Sullivan, Jaxon and Madison Ashlock. The family would like to thank and recognize granddaughter Lisa Ashlock for taking care of her “grammy”, from February 2020 at their home in Grain Valley. Lisa’s efforts were key to Lucille’s comfort and safety for the remainder of her life. Memorial services for Lucille will be held at the First Christian Church in Hugoton, Kansas on Thursday, June 2, 2022, at 11 A.M., and there will be a memorial service held at Heartland Church in Blue Springs, Missouri on June 11, 2022, at 2 P.M. Memorials have been established for Alzheimer’s Association or charity of your choice. Memorials may be mailed to Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, KS 67951.

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Juanita Bernerdette Whetstone - April 12, 1948 - May 19, 2022

Departed: 05/19/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Juanita (Jones) Whetstone, 74 years old, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2022, at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.She was the daughter of Bernerd and Lucinda (Hummingbird) Jones and was born April 12, 1948, Ottawa, Illinois.She and Robert (Bob) Whetstone were married on October 1, 1969, at Wichita Falls, Texas. He preceded her in death on October 11, 2017.She attended Freewill Baptist Church, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. She really enjoyed going to church with her family.Juanita was very loving person and enjoyed her family and friends. Her hobbies were crocheting, cross stitch, and reading. Survivors include two sons, Johnny Dunback, Kansas City, KS., Todd Whetstone, Liberal, KS.; daughter, Shelley Porter, St. Mary’s, GA., sister, Wanda Jones Phillips, Oklahoma City, OK.; five grandchildren, one great grandchildren and relatives and friends. He was preceded by her parents, son, Eddie Dunback, infant son, Anthony Whetstone and daughter-in-law, Shannan Whetstone.Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 2022, at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas at 11 AM.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Zelma Elizabeth Kossuth - January 02, 1925 - May 18, 2022

Departed: 05/18/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Zelma Elizabeth (Gilbert) KossuthZelma Elizabeth (Gilbert) Kossuth passed away peacefully from this life on May 18, 2022, in Hugoton, Kansas. She was born January 2nd, 1925, to Harry “Jack” and Kathryn Mae Gilbert in Liberal, Kansas.Zelma was raised on the Family farm North of Moscow, Kansas where she lovingly tended to her duties milking the cows and riding her horse “Ole Red” to the country school. She loved being on the farm.She met and married John Kossuth Sr. on July 23rd of 1944, and they had two children: John Kossuth Jr. and Kathryn Kossuth. They were married for 49 years until John passed away in 1993.Zelma truly loved hosting “Happy Hour” and hearing all the goings-on in her family and friends’ lives. She would sit listening patiently with a smile and a laugh. She spent afternoons reading and sitting on her patio listening to birds and soaking up the sunshine. She always had a way of finding the Brightside of any situation. Sometimes, when the situation called for it, you might get to witness her utter “Well now, HEY!” And that truly meant something big had occurred.Zelma is survived by her son, John Kossuth Jr. and partner Carolyn Bailey, Ottawa, KS.; daughter, Kathryn (Kay) McLain and husband David “Dave” McLain of Hugoton, KS.; grandchild, Edward McLain; five great-grandchildren, William McLain and wife Chewy, Michael McLain and wife Amy, Skylar McLain and partner Jandelyn, Scarlette Wagner and husband Reese, and Shiah McLain; six great-great-grandchildren, Maggie, Liam, Reid, Conner, David “Davey” and Riverton. Along with many loving nieces and nephews.Preceding her in death were her parents, husband John Kossuth, brother Ralph Gilbert and wife Mary Lou; grandsons, Jason, Kevin, John-John, and Jeffery.A memorial has been established for Pheasant Heaven Charities. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Friday, May 20, 2022, from 6 to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton with family present from 7 to 8 PM.

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Priscilla Stevens - April 05, 1927 - May 18, 2022

Departed: 05/18/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Priscilla (Sparks) Stevens, 95 years old, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at Stevens County Hospital, in Hugoton, Kansas. The daughter of Lester and Amy (Sanborn) Sparks, she was born April 5, 1927, in Elkhart, Kansas. She and V.H. Stevens were married March 20, 1946, in Roby, Texas. He preceded her in death on September 16, 2001. She was a lifetime resident of Stevens County. Priscilla was a member of the Hugoton Baptist Church. Survivors include son, Anthony R. (Kelly) Carson and wife Mona, Abu Dhabi, UAE.; four grandchildren; Janie O’Dell, Kyle Carson, Karissa Carson, McKenzie Carson; five great grandchildren.She was preceded by her parents; husband; one son, Jerry Lester Stevens; sister, Barbara Blevins; nephew, Kindell Stevens; brother, Lester D. Sparks.A memorial has been established for the Hugoton Baptist Church. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2022, from 2 PM to 6 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. Funeral service will be held Monday, May 23, 2022, at 10 AM, Hugoton Baptist Church with Pastor Gary Stafford presiding. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Shawnah Lee Nell Slemp - April 04, 1959 - May 18, 2022

Departed: 05/18/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Shawnah Lee Nell Slemp, 63, passed away Wednesday, May 18, 2022, at her home in Moscow, Kansas. The daughter of James Lee and Retta Nell (Hanna) Slemp, she was born April 4, 1959, in Satanta, Kansas. She enjoyed being a mechanic and body shop work. Most of all she enjoyed her kids and grandchildren. Shawnah was a Moscow High School graduate. Survivors include two daughters, Sharmayne Dorsey, Moscow, KS., Samantha Dorsey and companion Derek Wiggins, Moscow, KS.; two sons, Clayton James (CJ) Dorsey and companion Tabatha Mitchell, Kiowa, KS., William (Billy) Dorsey, Kiowa, KS.; grandchildren, Zayden, Camron, Trilbey, Taeleigh, Jaibreon, Itavia, Azalea, Noah, Jackson; many other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, James Lee; sister, Myrtle Ruby; and partner, Lori Weatherly. A memorial has been established for Moscow High School Booster Club. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951. Visitation will be held Monday, May 23, 2022, from 2 PM to 8 PM, Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton, Kansas. A private family funeral service will be held at a later date.

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Pamela Boekhaus - December 08, 1945 - May 13, 2022

Departed: 05/13/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Pamela (Harrison) Boekhaus, 76, passed away Friday, May 13, 2022, in Alden, Kansas.The daughter of Rodney Benjamin and Viola Marie (Fimple) Harrison and she was born on December 8, 1945, in Sterling, Kansas.Pamela and William Wallace “Bill” Boekhaus were married on August 16, 1963, in Alden, Kansas. They celebrated 58 years of marriage. To this union were two children Rodney and Cynthia. Pam loved and enjoyed spending time with her family. Pamela was a member of the United Methodist Church, in Rolla, Kansas.Survivors include husband, Bill Boekhaus, Richfield, KS.; son, Rodney Boekhaus and wife, Tami, Rolla, KS.; daughter, Cynthia Denton and husband, Kim, Rolla, KS.; two sisters, Carol Langel, Alden, KS., Sue Goebel, and husband Kim, Overland Park, KS.; three grandchildren, Brooke Frederick, and husband, Zach, Sterling, KS., Chase Boekhaus, and wife Kelsey, Rolla, KS., Bragen Denton, and wife Erika, Richfield, KS.; great grandchildren, Sawyer Jo Boekhaus, Grayson Lane Frederick and Bane Allen Denton and other relatives and friends.She was preceded by her parents, brother-in-law, Ron Langel and nephew, Mike Langel. A memorial has been established for the United Methodist Church, Rolla, KS. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 21, 2022, 10:30 AM, at United Methodist Church, Rolla, Kansas. Burial following at Rolla Cemetery, Rolla, Kansas.Visitation will be held Friday, May 20, 2022, from 10 AM to 5 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, 314 S. Van Buren, Hugoton, Kansas.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is in charge of arrangements.

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Anthony Wayne Hall - April 25, 1946 - May 04, 2022

Departed: 05/04/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Anthony “Tony” Hall, 76 years old, passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2022, at Stevens County Hospital, in Hugoton, Kansas. The son of Code Henry and LewElla Dean (Anderson) Hall, he was born April 25, 1946, in Taft, California. He and Vickie Christine Baldwin were married and had three children: Christopher, James, and Toni. Vickie preceded him in death on February 11, 1997. Tony and Linda Catherine (Heremes) Sheffield were married August 1, 2009, at the Forewinds Golf Course in Hugoton, Kanas. The two of them enjoyed traveling together and going on cruises.He was a lifetime member of the VFW and Disabled Veterans Program. Tony enjoyed playing golf and was a member of the Forewinds Golf Club. He was also a golf board member. He was an avid Kansas University Jayhawk Fan. Other hobbies included skiing, bowling, and hunting. He loved and enjoyed his family. Survivors include wife, Linda Sheffield, Hugoton, KS.; two sons, Christopher Hall and wife Rebecca, Tulsa, OK., James Hall and wife Susan, Owasso, OK.; daughter, Toni Easterwood and husband Bob, Rolla, KS.; two brothers, Glen Hall, Sulphur Springs, TX., Roger Hall and wife Gloria, Dodge City, KS.; stepson, Joseph Sheffield, Douglas, KS.; two step daughters, Jolenna Woods, League City, TX., Michelle Sheffield and husband Kyle Rutledge, Calhan, CO.; thirteen grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, two step grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded by his parents, Henry and LewElla; first wife, Vickie; brother, George Hall; sister, Marilyn Harris. A memorial has been established for Pheasant Heaven Charities and Forewinds Golf Course. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, KS 67951.Visitation will be held Friday, May 6, 2022, from 11 AM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. Family to receive friends from 6 PM to 8 PM. Funeral service will be held Saturday, May 7, 2022, at 10 AM, First Christian Church, in Hugoton. Burial to follow Hugoton Cemetery. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Modesta Flores - January 12, 1926 - May 01, 2022

Departed: 05/01/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: MODESTA(ESTRADA) FLORESModesta Flores, 96,passed away Sunday, May 1, 2022, at Homestead Estates in Liberal, Kansas. The daughter of Urbano and Josefina (Perez) Estrada, she was born on January 12, 1926,in Sequin, Texas.She and Andres Flores were married on May 6, 1945, in Gonzalez, Texas. He preceded her in death on December 3, 1982.Modesta was quite the woman raising her children and others as well too. She loved her family dearly and would go to the end of the world for them. She enjoyed painting, gardening, and singing. She is survived by four sons, Manuel Flores, Lakin, KS., Ruben Flores, Hugoton, KS., Raul Flores and wife Dianna, Hugoton, KS., and Andres Flores, Ulysses, KS.; four daughters, Betty Fernandez and husband Randolph, Windsor, CO., Luisa Flores, Liberal, KS., Rosario Flores, Greely, CO., and Angie Komar, Idana, KS.; 30 grandchildren and 80 great-grandchildren, 44 great-great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She was preceded by her parents; husband, Andres; son, Mike Flores; daughter, Guadalupe Zuniga; two infant children; seven brothers, five sisters. A memorial has been established for the family, make checks payable to the Modesta Flores Memorial Fund. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Thursday, May 5, 2022, from 2 PM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. The Funeral will be held Friday, May 6, 2022, at 2 PM, at First Church of God, Hugoton. Burial to follow at Moscow Cemetery, Moscow, Kansas. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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John Allen Akers Jr. - November 13, 1963 - April 29, 2022

Departed: 04/29/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: John Allen Akers Jr., 58, passed away Friday, April 29, 2022, in Liberal, Kansas. He was the son of John and Betty (Lowe) Akers, he was born November 13, 1963, in Hugoton, Kansas. He graduated from Hugoton High School. In school he was a gifted athlete in all sports including baseball, track, football, basketball. He later enjoyed coaching his kids in sports and teaching them about the sport. He enjoyed fishing and racing a stock race car for many years. Of all things he loved the Oklahoma University Sooners and the Kansas City Chiefs. He is survived by his father, John Akers Sr., Hugoton, KS.;; two sons, Eric Bauer and wife Karen, Guymon, OK., Sean Bauer and wife Jenny, Edmond, OK.; one daughter, Bailey Kane and husband Carson, Guymon, OK.; former wife, Katrina Akers, Guymon, OK.; six grandchildren, Zeke, Gemma, Murphy, Miles, Willa, and Cooper; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded by his mother, Betty Akers; grandparents, Steve and Virginia Akers, Roberta Lowe, Emmitt and Bernice Lowe; mother-in-law, Dee Naifeh. A memorial has been established for the St. Stephens Episcopal Church in Guymon. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Graveside service will be held Monday, May 2, 2022, at 10 AM, at Hugoton Cemetery, Hugoton, Kansas. A memorial service to follow at 4 PM at St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 1803 N. Leila, in Guymon, Oklahoma. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 1, 2022, from 2 PM to 8 PM at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Camdyn Ace Maravilla - May 28, 2021 - April 21, 2022

Departed: 04/21/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Camdyn Ace Maravilla, 10 months old, passed away Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice Center, in Wichita, Kansas. The son of Reyes Diego Maravilla and Brittney Kathleen Stuckey, he was born on May 28, 2021, at Southwest Medical Center, Liberal, Kansas. Camdyn was a fighter through and through. He fought his health condition for his 10 whole months of life. By his side were his loving parents, Diego and Brittney and brother, Paxton. He enjoyed watching the Cocomelon television show. Most of all he enjoyed his big brother, Paxton. Paxton was the only one that could make him smile and laugh. Survivors include parents, Diego Maravilla, Ulysses, KS., and Brittney Stuckey, Moscow, KS.; brother, Paxton Rey Maravilla, Moscow, KS.; maternal grandparents, Shelly Stuckey, Salado, TX., and Jeremy Stuckey, Hoxie, KS.; paternal grandparents, Reyes Maravilla, Ulysses, KS., Judy Pauda and husband, Moises, Ulysses, KS., Amanda Maravilla, Ulysses, KS.; many uncles, aunts, cousins, and other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by Michael and Nikki Stuckey. A memorial has been established for Paxton Maravilla Education Fund. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951. Visitation will be held Monday, April 25, 2022, from 3 PM to 8 PM and Tuesday, April 26, 2022, 10 AM to 8 PM, family will receive friends 6 PM to 8 PM, Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 4 PM, Moscow High School Old Gym, with Pastor Patty Lahey. Burial to follow at Moscow Cemetery. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Roger Lynn McGill - September 16, 1940 - April 20, 2022

Departed: 04/20/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: ROGER LYNN MCGILLRoger Lynn McGill, 81, passed away from this life on Wednesday, April 20, 2022, at Stevens County Hospital, in Hugoton, Kansas.He was born to Robert Lee McGill and Lucy Salley, on September 16, 1940, in Liberal, Kansas. He was raised by his stepmother, Laura (Hays), and his father Robert Lee McGill.Roger married Eva Marie Peterson on September 15, 1984, in Moscow, Kansas. Their love for one another was undeniable. They shared many passions and one thing they didn’t miss a beat on was going to church together. They were faithful members of Hugoton Church of Christ. Eva preceded him in death on December 4, 2020.Roger graduated from Moscow High School. Later, he was the owner of R & S Siding and then went on to work for Bultman Inc. His hobbies included fishing, planting tomatoes, and spending time with his family.Survivors include two daughters, Shanna Kraft, and husband Justin, Liberty, MO., and Melinda Limon, and husband Guadalupe, Liberal, KS.; two brothers, Stan McGill, and wife Linda, Moline, KS., and Wayne McGill, and wife Irene, China Lake, CA.; eleven grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.He was preceded by his parents; his wife, Eva Marie; his son, David Scott Webber. A memorial has been established for the New Mexico Children's Home. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Saturday, April 23, 2022, from 10 AM to 3 PM and Sunday, April 24, 2022, from 2 PM to 6 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton.The funeral service will be held Monday, April 25, 2022, at 2 PM, at Hugoton Church of Christ, in Hugoton, Kansas with Mike Hershey presiding. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing arrangements.

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Cole Warner Wing - May 14, 1983 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Cole Warner Wing, 38, passed away Thursday, April 7, 2022, in Somerset, Kentucky. He was the son of Matt and Jeana (Stutz) Wing. Cole was born May 14, 1983, in Hugoton, Kansas; where he grew up and attended school and had a love for football and baseball.As a kid he was involved in many things such as showing cattle, playing sports, and rodeoing. Cole also had a passion for motorcycles, snow skiing, and music.He and Tammy Teafatiller were married April 16, 2010, in Dalhart, Texas. To this union were two children, Corey, and Lexi.Cole helped his dad with the livestock auction businesses and taking care of outside cattle. He later on worked for a welding company in Somerset, Kentucky.Cole was a man who lived his life fully and in the fast lane. He was a family man who loved his family wholeheartedly. His love for his children was undeniable and enjoyed spending time with them.He was baptized in 2010 at the Hillside Christian Church in Dalhart, Texas.Survivors include his loving parents, Matt and Jeana Wing, Amarillo, TX.; two children, Corey Thornton and Lexi Cole Wing, Nancy, KY.; brother, Clay Wing and wife Lidia, Edmond, OK.; two sisters, Sara Brazeal and husband Billy, Buelah, CO., Shala Carter and husband Deke, Guymon, OK.; mother of his children, Tammy Ryan and husband Michael, Nancy, KY.; grandmother, Janet Stutz, Hugoton, KS.; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.He was preceded by his maternal grandfather, Jon Stutz, paternal grandparents, Larry and Jo Wing, and in-laws, Tim, and Debbie Teafatiller.A memorial has been established for Cole Wing Children's College Fund. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Sunday, April 17, 2022, from 3 PM to 8 PM, with family present from 6 PM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, 314 S. Van Buren, Hugoton, Kansas.Funeral service will be held Monday, April 18, 2022, at 2 PM, at Hugoton United Methodist Church with Gary Stutz and Gary Stafford presiding. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Leisa Renee Bates - December 07, 1956 - April 04, 2022

Departed: 04/04/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Leisa Renee (Pate) Bates Leisa Renee Bates, 65, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at Park View Hospital, in Pueblo, Colorado. She was the daughter of Merle Eldon and Leila Rosslyne (Taylor) Pate, and she was born December 7, 1956, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.Leisa graduated high school from Palmer high in Colorado Springs and later graduated from Fort Hays State University with her Bachelor of Science. Leisa taught at Washington Elementary School in Liberal, Kansas, and then moved to Laporte, Texas and taught at Laporte Elementary School for over ten years. Leisa’s last career was educating those who got out of prison, helping them obtain their GED. The last year of her life was spent fighting cancer. With her sons alongside her, she courageously took on all treatments so that she could remain in the lives of all her beloved family and friends. She is survived by her two sons, Clinton Bates, and Craig Bates, both of Pueblo West, CO.; two brothers, John Pate, Katy, TX., and James “Jim” Pate and wife Joni, Jasper, TX.; and many other relatives and friends.She was preceded by her parents and infant sister, Merle Lee Pate.A memorial has been established for the Trinity Baptist Church of Hugoton. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, KS 67951.Visitation will be held Tuesday, April 12, 2022, from 2 PM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton. Funeral service will be held Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at 10:30 AM, at Trinity Baptist Church. Burial to follow at Hugoton Cemetery. Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing the arrangements.

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Harold Dean Nordyke - December 17, 1952 - April 04, 2022

Departed: 04/04/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Harold Dean Nordyke Harold Dean Nordyke, 69, passed away Monday, April 4, 2022, at St. Catherine Hospital, in Garden City, Kansas. He was the son of Robert Willis and Cleora (Greenwood) Nordyke. He was born December 17, 1952, in Hugoton, Kansas. He and Carole Marlene Oursler were married on February 6, 1982, at the First Christian Church in Hugoton. They just recently celebrated 40 years of marriage.Harold loved to play golf at the Forewinds Golf Club in Hugoton. If he wasn’t found there, he was seen walking his dog or at the Stevens County Fitness Center. He also enjoyed hunting with his son and brothers. Harold also spent a lot of time working on projects with Paul, Karessa, and Austin. He was a graduate of Panhandle State University, Goodwell, Oklahoma, and an avid KU basketball fan.Survivors include loving wife, Carole Nordyke, Hugoton, KS.; son, Paul Nordyke and wife Shannon, Hugoton, KS.; two grandchildren, Karessa Nordyke, Perryton, TX., and Austin Nordyke, Kechi, KS., two brothers, Rodney Nordyke and wife Robyn, Ulysses, KS., and John Nordyke and wife Doris, Colorado Springs, CO.; sister, Pat Bishop and husband Les, Leoti, KS.; sister in law, Becky Nordyke, Wichita, KS.; brother in law, Charles Oursler and wife Linda, Grove, OK.; numerous other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Robert Nordyke.A memorial has been established for Hugoton FFA Alumni. In the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Thursday, April 7, 2022, from 2 PM to 8 PM and Friday, April 8, 2022, from 10 AM to 8 PM, at Robson Funeral Home, 314 S. Van Buren, Hugoton, Kansas. Family will receive friends from 6 to 7 PM on Friday, April 8, 2022, at Robson Funeral Home.

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Charles William Harper - January 31, 1923 - March 19, 2022

Departed: 03/19/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Dr. C.W. ("Bill") HarperHugoton resident Dr. C. W. ("Bill") Harper passed away on Saturday, March 19, 2022, at the Stevens County Hospital, with his two loving sons by his side. Bill was born on January 31, 1923, in Coats, Kansas, and was 99 years old at the time of his passing.He was the son of William Herbert and Hazel E. (Noll) Harper. Bill attended undergraduate college at Southwestern College in Winfield and DePaul University in Chicago prior to receiving his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri at Kansas City in the spring of 1949. Bill met the love of his life, Dolores in Kansas City while Bill was attending Dental School. Bill and Dolores were married in Gilman City, Mo. on July 17, 1949, shortly after Bill’s graduation from Dental School. Born to this union were three sons, Mark, Kim, and Keith.Survivors include sons Kim Harper and wife Carolyn of Hugoton and Keith Harper and wife Shannon of Aurora, Co. In addition to his wife, Dolores who preceded Bill in death in January 2017, their eldest son Mark Harper and two grandchildren (Brent and Brian Gaskill) also preceded Bill in death. Survivors include grandson Craig Gaskill of Kansas City, Mo. and his partner Greg Tobey; granddaughter Jordan Harper Blackburn of Highlands Ranch, Co. and her two sons, Deklan and Dylan Blackburn and grandson Case Harper of Aurora, Co.Bill is also survived by two nieces, Becky Rike and husband Eldon Rike of Corning, Ia. and their daughters Lisa and husband Rob (and their children Stephanie, Derek, and Kara), Katie and her husband Jeff (and their daughter Chloe) and Becky and Eldon’s son Dan; and Amy Brown of Milwaukee, Wi. and her son Chris and his wife Tricia and Amy’s daughter Allie.Bill was a true patriot who loved his country with a passion. After graduating high school in the spring of 1941, he enrolled at Southwestern College on a basketball scholarship. After the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, Bill enlisted in the Army a short time later. Bill was part of the 104th Infantry (Timberwolf) Division, Company A. His Division was the first to travel from the United States to France. A little more than a month after their arrival, the Timberwolves went into the battle lines where they remained in continuous combat for over six months. They joined up with Russian forces wherein that sector was the first to be cleared and completely conquered. That was as far as the US troops were allowed to go, allowing the Russians to take Berlin. Bill was stationed 50 miles south of Berlin, Germany when his commander informed his troops that Germany had surrendered; the date since being known as VE day. Shortly after VE day, his division was shipped back to the New York Harbor with double occupancy. This meant that each bunk was assigned to two men. One would sleep during the day and one would sleep at night.After WWII, he joined the National Guard while attending dental school on the GI Bill. When the Korean war broke out after his graduation from Dental School, he was drafted into the Air Force as a dentist. He was stationed at Reese Air Force base in Lubbock, Texas. On his first day of duty, his commanding officer called him to his office to meet with him. After studying his combat file at length, his commander said that given his prior service he should not have been conscripted as Bill had more than done his duty for the country. At the conclusion of the meeting, his commander gave him free rein to do whatever he needed to do to both serve his Air Force commitment along with maintaining his new dental practice in Hugoton.Bill was truly one of a kind and will be sorely missed by his legion of friends and family that he leaves behind. Bill was well known in Hugoton and throughout the surrounding area having practiced dentistry in Hugoton for over 40 years. Throughout his life, Bill served on numerous community boards and councils and was recently most proud of his tenure on the Benevolent Committee of Pheasant Heaven Charities. Bill was an avid golfer, hunter, and fisherman having instilled the love of such pursuits in his sons and their wide circle of friends who looked to Bill as their mentor and teacher of such pursuits.Graveside services will be held at the Hugoton Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 24, 2022, at the Hugoton Cemetery. A visitation will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends and extended family from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday at Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton.

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Heeth Arron Simpson - March 31, 1987 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Heeth Arron Simpson, 34, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, Kansas. The son of Roger Simpson and Maricela (Martinez) Hernandez, he was born March 31, 1987, in Ulysses, Kansas.He enjoyed sports such as basketball, softball, golf, and watching the Green Bay Packers.Survivors include his mother, Maricela Hernandez, and husband Ignacio, Elkhart, KS., three sons, Levi Kjergaard, Elkhart, KS., Carter Adame, Liberal, KS., Nathaniel Simpson, TX.; four sisters, Victoria Roberts, Ewa Beach, HI., Melissa Simpson, Denver, CO., Callie Simpson, Haysville, KS., Erin Simpson, Colorado Springs, CO.; stepsisters, Rachel Hernandez, Albuquerque, NM., Susana Vallejo and husband Jesus, Sacramento, CA.; stepmom, Laura Lilley, Haysville, KS.; nieces and nephews, Alina, Jace, Gavin, Lenora, Anya; and many other relatives and friends.He was preceded by his father, Roger Simpson.A memorial has been established for the Heeth Simpson Memorial Fund, in the care of Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 236, Hugoton, Kansas 67951.Visitation will be held Monday, March 21, 2022, from 2 PM to 6 PM, and Tuesday, March 22, 2022, from 10 AM to 5 PM, Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton.Vigil service will be held Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at 7 PM, at St. Helen Catholic Church, Hugoton, Kansas.Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 10:30 AM, at St. Helen Catholic Church, Hugoton, Kansas.Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton is overseeing arrangements.

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Josephine E. Ewing - September 22, 1935 - March 17, 2022

Departed: 03/17/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Dateline-Satanta, KSJosephine (Jo) E. Ewing, 86, passed away Thursday, March 17, 2022, at High Plains Retirement Village, Lakin, Kansas.The daughter of Lewis Peter and Maudie Mae (Pinner) and she was born on September 22, 1935, in El Dorado, Kansas.Jo and Robert Lynn were married on November 15, 1952, in Quanah, Texas. He preceded her in death on August 26, 2014. Jo was a member of the Satanta Baptist Church, Satanta, Kansas. She enjoyed helping and attending women’s bible study.Jo work for Satanta Long Term Care Unit as a Social Worker for many years. She loved and enjoyed the nurses and the residents.Jo loved her family and enjoyed having them at the house for family get-togethers. She loved to read and cook.Survivors include son, Darrell, and wife Ada Ewing, Gypsum, CO.; six grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren and other relatives and friends.She was preceded by her husband Robert, daughter Tamara Reece, grandson, Heath Stanley, brothers, and sisters.A memorial has been established for the Satanta First Baptist Church. Memorials may be mailed to Robson Funeral Home, P.O. Box 747, Satanta, KS 67870.Funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 23, 2022, at 2 P.M. at Satanta Baptist Church, Satanta, Kansas with Pastor Rod Klingsick presiding. Burial following at Dudley Township Cemetery, Satanta, Kansas. Robson Funeral Home, Satanta is in charge of arrangements

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"Bob" Warren Robert Sessler - March 22, 1928 - March 10, 2022

Departed: 03/10/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Warren Robert “Bob” Sessler, 93, of Amarillo, Texas, passed away peacefully in his sleep, Thursday, March 10, 2022. His children were able to spend the last few days with him.Born March 22, 1928 in Pratt, Kansas, he was the third child of six, born of Warren Martin and Beulah Maybelle (Boaz) Sessler.Bob graduated from Hugoton High School in 1947 and married his high school sweetheart, JoAnn Forward, June 1, 1948 in Hugoton, KS. Together, they walked hand in hand through life for more than 69 years. JoAnn passed away in 2017.They were blessed with two children: Robert Greg Sessler (April) of Amarillo, TX and Connie Sessler Miles (Greg) of Orem, UT; 7 grandchildren: Sara Sessler, Stephanie Sessler Moss (Jacob), Sam Sessler (Mandy), Garrett Miles (Amy), Robert Miles (Melissa), Kellie Miles Mecham (Scott), Melissa Miles Hatch (Logan); 23 great grandchildren and 6 step great grandchildren.In addition to those mentioned above, Bob is survived by brother, Francis David Sessler (Ann) of Phoenix, AZ and sister, Betty Carol Tackett (Jerry, deceased) of Fort Worth, TX. Also, in-law brothers and sisters: Charles and Evalene Forward of Hugoton, Wayne and Mary Ann Forward of Moscow, Mildred Moser of Hugoton, plus numerous nieces, nephews and friends.Bob was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnn, his parents, Warren and Beulah, his sister Marjorie Patterson of Chandler, AZ, brothers, Harry Sessler and Marvin “Mike” Sessler, both of Phoenix, AZ. Also, Earl Gene Moser, Maxine and Ebert Phillips, Jean and Harold “Sonny” Coulter, all of Hugoton, and Dula and Jim Hughes of Haverhill, Ohio.Visitation and Funeral services will be held at the Hugoton Branch Meetinghouse of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, 520 E First Street, Hugoton, KS on Monday, March 14th: Viewing and Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm followed by the Service at 2:00 pm. Interment will be at the Hugoton Cemetery.A light meal will be provided at the church for the immediate and extended family, following the Cemetery.Funeral Arrangements were made by Robson Funeral Home, Hugoton, KS.

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Wade Depp Greenwood - March 05, 1927 - March 06, 2022

Departed: 03/06/2022 (Hugoton)

Obituary Preview: Wade Depp Greenwood, 95, passed away Sunday, March 6, 2022 in Liberal, Kansas.Wade Depp Greenwood was born March 5, 1927, in Voorhees Township of Stevens County, Kansas, the youngest of three sons of Lloyd Manley and Eva Emily (Depp) Greenwood.He attended grade school at the Faye Country school and Hugoton High School. Wade was a World War II veteran, only one percent of the 16 million WW II veterans are still alive. In January 1945 he volunteered for the U.S. Army to fill the Stevens County draft quota and in exchange the high school principal gave him his high school diploma a semester early.Wade was a child of the “Dirty Thirties" growing up on a Stevens County farm. Hismother became ill when he was seven and was not able to stay in the home orcare for her family. Wade Depp always referred to the years growing up on thefarm as “baching” with his dad and two older brothers, Lloyd and Bronston. Healways gave his brother Bronston credit for raising him. Wade learned at an earlyage to cook, do his laundry, and be responsible. As he said, “there was no one athome to make my bed or pick up my clothes.” Wade's sense of accountability,decorum, and dress through the years reflected what he had learned at an earlyage. One would always see him dressed in a fresh pressed dress shirt and khakis.On August 4, 1946, he married his high school sweetheart, Maryruth Parker at theMethodist Parsonage in Hugoton with Rev. W. Karlowski presiding. Wade was still in the Army and so they moved to San Antonio where he was stationed at Fort Sam Houston.After being discharged from the Army, Wade attended Wichita Falls Texas Collegestudying gemology and watchmaking repair. In 1948 Wade and Maryruthmoved back to Hugoton. Wade worked at Porter Drug repairing watches. In 1949his father-in-law, C.T. Parker convinced him to farm on the old Parker Ranch,Wade always said as a young man he would never return to farming, but that first year he raised a bumper crop of milo and became hooked on farming.Three daughters were born to Wade and Maryruth: Shelley Depp, Marigail andBethany Lee. Life became very busy with happy years of farming, and raising andeducating three daughters. During this time period, Wade built a little “Redwood” cabin in his garage in panels and hauled it in a farm truck to Cuchara, Colorado. The three daughters have happy memories helping their dad panel and hammer and even build the first bridge across Dodgeton Creek.Wade retired from farming in 1995. Both before and after retirement Wade and Maryruth enjoyed many travels to the Southwest and Mexico. Travels often included their daughters and granddaughters. They also enjoyed traveling with Maryruth’s first cousin, Carlyle Grage and wife Florence. Another of their best traveling companions would be one of their many beloved Standard Poodles: Giddy, Sam, Casey or Eureka. A familiar sight in Hugoton would be Wade driving his white Cadillac with Eureka in the passenger seat.Wade had a very dry sense of humor. His advice to his family was delivered in a direct yet kind way. His grandchildren all received his funny poems in the mail accompanied by his famous pig drawings.Wade was devoted to his family and a disciplined hard worker, to the point that Maryruth had to remind him to take a break and have a good time. His family was proud of how he managed the family farm, his home, and daily business in the later years of his life.Wade was a member of the Hugoton United Methodist Church, serving on several church boards. He was on the Stevens County Hospital Board and a charter member of the Santa Fe Trail Association.He was proud of his French Huguenot ancestors and belonged to the Huguenot Society. He chose to have the Huguenot Cross, the cross of Languedoc, etched on his tombstone to honor his French Protestant ancestors.Wade is survived by his three daughters, Shelley Depp Bloomer, Marigail Thomas, and Bethany Lee (Keith) Roe; six granddaughters, Elise (Kirk) Heger, Bethany Gail (Jesse) Jacobs, Angela (Tommy) Steven, Amanda Ruth (Jason) Vaughan, Celaine Worden, Sasha Lee (Mike) Kuchinski; one grandson Marc Thomas; twelve great grandchildren, Wade Heger, Marlyn Heger, Parker Steven, Chance Jacobs, Trey Steven, C. T. Vaughan, Shelley Worden, Ella Steven, Lainey Worden, Emily Vaughan, Parker Kuchinski and Rowen Kuchinski.He was preceded in death by his wife of sixty-five years, Maryruth Parker Greenwood in 2011, sons-in-law Robert Bloomer and Robert Thomas, brothers Lloyd and Bronston and great-grandchild Gabriel Vaughan.Memorials may be sent to the Project Hope (Food Pantry) or Hugoton United Methodist Church in care of Robson Funeral Home, PO Box 236, Hugoton, KS 67951.Graveside service will be held Saturday March 12, 2022, at 11 AM at the Hugoton Cemetery with Pastor Wes Young presiding.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an obituary?

An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and a brief biography. It's usually published in a newspaper, online obituary platform, or funeral home website to inform friends, family, and community members of the person's passing.

Why are obituaries important?

Obituaries serve as a way to honor and remember the deceased, while also providing essential information to those who knew them. They help notify people of the passing, allowing them to pay their respects, attend funeral services, and offer condolences to the family.

What information is typically included in an obituary?

A standard obituary usually includes the person's full name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, military service (if applicable), and surviving family members. It may also mention hobbies, achievements, and other notable aspects of their life.

Who writes an obituary?

In most cases, the obituary is written by the family members or close friends of the deceased, often with the assistance of a funeral home or obituary writer. The writer should be someone who knew the person well and can provide an accurate and heartfelt tribute.

How long does it take to write an obituary?

The time it takes to write an obituary can vary depending on the complexity and length of the piece. On average, it can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours to craft a well-written and meaningful obituary.

Can I write my own obituary?

Yes, it's becoming increasingly popular for people to write their own obituaries before they pass away. This can be a therapeutic exercise that allows individuals to reflect on their life and legacy. However, it's essential to keep in mind that the final version may need to be edited or updated by family members or funeral professionals.

What is the difference between an obituary and a death notice?

A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, usually including only the basic facts such as name, age, and date of death. An obituary, on the other hand, provides more detailed information about the person's life and accomplishments.

How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?

To submit an obituary to a newspaper, you'll typically need to contact their obituary department directly. They will provide guidance on their specific submission requirements, including word count limits, formatting guidelines, and deadlines.

Can I publish an obituary online?

Yes, many online platforms and funeral home websites allow you to publish an obituary. These digital obituaries often remain available for an extended period, making it easier for people to access and share memories of the deceased.

How much does it cost to publish an obituary?

The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers often charge by the word or line, while online platforms may offer free or low-cost options. Funeral homes may also include obituary publication as part of their services.

Can I include photos in an obituary?

Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can be a great way to personalize the tribute and help readers connect with the deceased.

What is the typical length of an obituary?

The length of an obituary can vary significantly depending on the publication or platform. Some newspapers may have strict word count limits (e.g., 200-300 words), while online platforms may allow longer or even unlimited text.

Can I include quotes or poems in an obituary?

Yes, quotes or poems can be a beautiful way to add depth and personality to an obituary. Choose something that resonates with the deceased's spirit or reflects their values and interests.

How do I handle errors or corrections in an already-published obituary?

If you notice errors or inaccuracies in a published obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately. They will guide you through their correction process, which may involve publishing a revised version or issuing a correction notice.

Can I reuse an existing obituary for multiple publications?

You can reuse an existing obituary for multiple publications, but be sure to review and edit it according to each publication's specific guidelines and requirements.

What is the purpose of an obituary headline?

The headline serves as a title for the obituary and should clearly identify the deceased. It's usually centered above the main text and may include additional information such as "In Loving Memory" or "Beloved Husband and Father."

How do I ensure accuracy when writing an obituary?

To ensure accuracy when writing an obituary, verify all facts with reliable sources such as official documents (e.g., birth certificate), family members, or close friends. Double-check spelling, dates, and names before submitting the final version.

Can I include charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary?

Yes, you can include information about charitable donations or memorial funds in an obituary. This allows friends and family to make contributions in lieu of flowers or other gestures.

What is the role of social media in sharing an obituary?

Social media platforms can be used to share an obituary with a wider audience quickly and easily. You can post a link to the online obituary or share key details along with personal memories and condolences.

How long does it take for an online obituary to be published?

The time it takes for an online obituary to be published varies depending on the platform or funeral home. Some may publish immediately upon submission, while others may require manual review and approval before going live.

Can I update or modify an existing online obituary?

Yes, many online platforms allow you to update or modify an existing obituary. This might be necessary if new information becomes available or if there are errors that need correcting.

Are there any specific guidelines for writing an LGBTQ+ inclusive obituary?

When writing an LGBTQ+ inclusive obituary, it's essential to respect the individual's gender identity, sexual orientation, and relationships. Use language that honors their identity and acknowledges their loved ones accurately.

How do I handle sensitive information in an obituary?

When dealing with sensitive information such as cause of death or personal struggles, approach the topic with compassion and discretion. Consider consulting with family members or close friends before including potentially sensitive details.

Can I include humor in an obituary?

Absolutely! Humor can be a wonderful way to celebrate a person's life and personality. Just be sure to balance humor with respect and sensitivity towards the deceased and their loved ones.

What is the significance of including survivors in an obituary?

Including survivors (e.g., spouse, children, siblings) in an obituary acknowledges their loss and provides important context about the deceased's relationships. It also helps notify these individuals of services and arrangements.

How do I ensure that my loved one's story is told accurately in their obituary?

To ensure your loved one's story is told accurately in their obituary, gather information from multiple sources (e.g., family members, friends), verify facts carefully, and prioritize honesty while still being respectful of their memory.