October 9th, 2025 Mary Margaret Devine Murry, 87, formerly of Manhattan, KS, and a past member of Seven Dolors Catholic Parish, passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025 at her home in Leawood, KS, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am on October 21, 2025, at St. Thomas More Church, followed by a Rosary at 10:30 am and Mass at 11:00 am The burial will be at Mt. Olivet Cemetery at 2:00 pm. A complete obituary can be found at www.MuehlebachChapel.com.Mary Margaret was predeceased by her husband John, and is survived by her children John Murry Jr., Kathleen (Randy) Parker, and Tim (Maggie) Murry, 11 grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. Mary Margaret's family will miss her dearly, but is comforted knowing she rejoined John in heaven, bringing joy to each other and all the family and friends who predeceased them.

June 21, 1938 - Ocober 12, 2025 Diane Lee Steele, formerly of Centerville, Iowa; Suffolk, Virginia and Manhattan, Kansas passed away on Sunday, October 12th, 2025 from ovarian cancer. Diane was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was preceded in death by her spouse Dr. James L. Steele (Jim), her parents Boyd Sumpter and Pauline Huffman Sumpter and twin brother Donald Sumpter. Left to cherish her memory are her two daughters, Kimberly K. Tucker and husband James S. Tucker, Jr. of Greeneville, Tennessee and Heather D. Holborn and husband Melvin Ty Holborn of Manhattan, Kansas; two grandsons Joshua A. Tucker and Peyton S. Holborn. She is also survived by two sisters Cheryl Scieszinski and husband Eddie Scieszinski of Albia, Iowa and Joyce Tullius and husband John Tullius of Upland, California; two brothers Mark Sumpter of Apple Valley, California and Douglas Sumpter and wife Janet Sumpter of Artesia, California. Diane grew up in Centerville, Iowa in Appanoose County. She graduated from Centerville High School in 1957. After high school she moved to Des Moines, Iowa where she worked for Northwestern Belle Telephone Company. On August 23, 1959, she married her high school sweetheart, and they moved to Ames, Iowa where her husband, Jim was finishing his undergraduate degree at Iowa State University, and they began their lives together. They were married for 58 years before his death. In 1967 her husband's career took them to Suffolk, Virginia where they lived for 20 years. Diane was a stay-at-home mom, wife and had an in-home daycare business. At one point she also worked at The Suffolk Presbyterian Church as a secretary. When she wasn't taking care of her family, children or home, she enjoyed sewing, quilting, crocheting, cross stitching, needle point and bargello. She enjoyed them so much she became a member of the neighborhood ladies Sewing Bee. She also worked part-time at her best friend's needlework shop. While in Virgina, Diane would travel with her family and friends. They would jump in the RV and go camping on weekends, travel all over the United States and take trips to the beach at the Outer Banks of North Carolina. From there, in 1988 her husband's career once again required a move that took them back to the mid-west to Manhattan, Kansas. She continued her work as a stay-at-home mom and wife and continued the daycare business at home. She loved animals and over the years she had many four-legged fur babies. Her current fur babies are Pickles, her Yorkie and Carmel the kitty. They will be lost without her. Diane was a loving, strong, supportive and stubborn mother and grandmother. She knew exactly what she wanted, and how she wanted things done. She loved her family and friends with all her heart. She will be missed by many, especially her two grandsons; with whom she enjoyed spending time. Diane will be buried in Centerville, Iowa at the Sharon Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be at Thomas Funeral Home in Centerville, Iowa on Monday, October 20th, 2025 from 4 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held at Thomas Funeral Home in Centerville, Iowa on October 21st, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Sharon Chapel Cemetery. Condolences can be sent to the family at Thomas Funeral Home, 501 N. 18th Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544 or online at www.thomasfh.com. In lieu of flowers, gifts of remembrance can be made to The American Cancer Society and the Sharon Chapel Cemetery Association Fund; send to Thomas Funeral Home, 501 N. 18 Street, Centerville, Iowa 52544, attention Steele Family.

Nicolas David Tolentino, 35 of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on October 10, 2025 at his home in Manhattan. Arrangements are in the care of Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan. Visitation 6-8 pm Wednesday, October 15 at Arrow Cocktail Lounge Back Room Manhattan. Celebration of Life 10:30am Thursday, October 16, 2025 First Congregational United Church of Christ Manhattan. Online condolences at ymlfuneralhome.com

October 26, 1951 - October 9, 2025 Sharon Kay (Lawson) Sando, age 73 of Leonardville, passed away Thursday, October 9, 2025. She was born on October 26, 1951, in Clay Center, the daughter of Clarence Richard Raymond and Helen (Pfeifley) Lawson. She spent her early education years attending Leonardville schools and graduated from Riley County High School in 1969. On December 6, 1969, in Leonardville, she married Lloyd Norris Sando, Jr. and spent 55 wonderful years with him. They have four daughters, Deandra, Robin, Dolly, and Holly. Sharon worked in the banking industry for nearly 50 years, starting as a bank teller for Leonardville State Bank and then as a branch manager for Riley State Bank. In her earlier career, she worked at Leonardville Nursing Home and part-time at the Corner Store when it was operated by the Copeland family. Sharon enjoyed many hobbies such as canning, playing cards, putting puzzles together, playing Bunco with the ladies, attending her grandchildren's activities, gardening, and giving Lloyd a job by watering all her flowers. She had a vibrant spirit with a love for life and was always ready for an adventure. Her kindness, caring spirit, and quiet strength touched everyone she met. Above all, Sharon's greatest joy came from her family, cherishing her children, grandchildren, and loved ones, offering unwavering support, laughter, and guidance. She is survived by her husband, Lloyd Sando of the farm at Leonardville; four daughters, Deandra Sando-Anderson and husband Chris of Leonardville, Robin Sando-Anderson and husband Brian of Edmond, Oklahoma, Dolly Stanley and husband Dustin of Manhattan, and Holly Sando-Vassor and husband Paul of Olathe; seven grandchildren, Cassandra Anderson, Dylan (Jordyn) Anderson, Alexzandra Anderson, Bailey Stanley, Rylee Stanley, Tori Vassor and Julian Vassor, and many other family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the Leonardville Community Church with Pastors Bruce Ferguson and Kevin Larson officiating. Burial will follow in the Leonardville City Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Leonardville Community Church and left in care of the Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home, PO Box 176, Riley, Kansas 66531. Condolences may be left for the family at www.apfunerals.com.

09/07/2025 Lynn Poole passed away peacefully after a decade-long struggle with early-onset Alzheimer's disease. Lynn was born in Virginia in 1955 to John "Jack" and Virginia "Ginny" Havicon. She proudly proclaimed herself a Navy Brat as the family relocated to several locations including Guam before settling in Camarillo, California where she graduated from Adolfo High School in 1973. Before continuing her education, Lynn hiked the Mexico-to-Washington section of the Pacific Crest Trail with her brother John earning the plaque of Hiker of the Year in 1976. This trip became one of her most treasured memories. She continued using her Sierra cups- to make family snow cones, and occasionally recreated tin-foil camping dinners in the backyard.Lynn attended Ventura and Moorpark Colleges, studying special and general education while working as an Instructional Aide at the Dean Triggs School for Disabilities. This experience sparked her lifelong interest in American Sign Language. She went on to study Dactylology at California State University, Northridge, and carried her sign language skills throughout her life - interpreting in synagogues, churches, and once even in prison for Tex Watson. Her academic journey also included studies in science through Los Angeles Trade Technical College and Santa Monica College, culminating in her training as a Respiratory Therapist at UCLA-SMC. She worked as a NICU respiratory therapist at Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego until moving to Manhattan, Kansas, where she continued her career at Via Christi for over 20 years. Beyond her professional achievements, Lynn also trained in competitive bodybuilding, competing in the NPC West Coast Championship. Judaism was a cornerstone of Lynn's life. She attended the Brandeis Bardin Institute, where she worked as kitchen manager, and participated in JOLT (Jewish Outdoor Leadership Training), continuing her love of backpacking and outdoor activities. She was a dual member of Temple Beth Shalom and Manhattan Jewish Congregation, where she frequently led Friday night services-often arriving with fresh-baked challah in hand. Lynn was a devoted mother to her two children, Connor and Shayna. She shared her love of the arts with them from an early age. She could often be found at the back of Silver and Gold Orchestra concerts, camcorder in hand, recording every moment-much to her children's occasional chagrin. Her home was also filled with a menagerie of pets. She adored her family dogs and spent countless weekends at Top of the World Park in Manhattan. She will be remembered for her unwavering dedication to her children, her commitment to her faith, her adventurous spirit, and the many ways she built community around her. The family invites all friends and loved ones to a celebration of life at the Manhattan Jewish Congregation in Manhattan, Kansas, on November 9th at 12:30.

Marabelle “Mary” Louise Moege, 100, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at the Valley Vista Good Samaritan Center. She was a life-long resident of the Wamego and Alma communities. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 14th, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Alma, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Memorial contributions are suggested to the St. John Lutheran School or the American Legion Post #32 and can be left in care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, P.O. Box 48. Online condolences may be left at www.campanellastewart.com