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Mary Margaret Murry
November 30th, 1937 - October 9th, 2025
Muehlebach Funeral Care
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.
Publication date: October 17th, 2025
Diane Steele
June 21st, 1938 - October 12th, 2025
YML Funeral Home
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.
Publication date: October 16th, 2025
Nicolas David Tolentino
November 23rd, 1989 - October 10th, 2025
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home
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
Publication date: October 15th, 2025
Sharon Sando
October 26th, 1951 - October 9th, 2025
Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home
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.
Publication date: October 15th, 2025
Lynn Poole
March 29th, 1955 - September 7th, 2025
Goes funeral home
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.
Publication date: October 18th, 2025
Mary Moege
January 18th, 1925 - October 8th, 2025
Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home
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
Publication date: October 14th, 2025
Patricia Ruth Simon
March 19th, 1934 - October 7th, 2025
Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home
3/19/1934 - 10/7/2025 Patricia Ruth (Blasing) Simon, age 91, passed away at the Wakefield Care and Rehabilitation Home in Wakefield, Kansas, on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Patricia was the fifth child of Dean and Katharine Blasing. She was born at home on March 19, 1934, in the beautiful Tabor Valley, Riley County Kansas, south of Manhattan. The family later relocated to Ogden, Kansas where they were members of St. Patrick's Catholic Church. Patricia attended Ogden Grade School until the 8th Grade. She then attended Sacred Heart High School in Manhattan, later renamed Luckey High School, and was in the first graduating class in May of 1952. On June 23, 1952, Patricia was married to Donald D. Simon (Linderman), where his career took them to many duty stations in the United States, including Regensburg, Germany, in 1962. Patricia and Don were the proud parents of Dale Patrick, 1954, Donna Patricia, 1956, Theresa Anne, 1960 and Thomas Ray in 1964. Donald preceded her in death May 24, 1976. Patricia was gifted in music with a concentration in piano and organ. For a short time, Patricia serenaded Sunday Brunch for the Officer's Club at Ft. Riley, Kansas. Due to her talent and experience with the organ, she coordinated the music for the midnight Mass at Ft. Skelly, in Regensburg, Germany. Patricia was a retired Federal employee. She served as a Medical Records Technician for Patient Administration at Irwin Army Community Hospital, Contracting Division, and the Defense and Accounting Services. Patricia was awarded a Commander's Coin and Retirement in 1996. Survivors are Ms. Donna Luttjohann, Topeka, Kansas; granddaughters Tiffany June Luttjohann, Lacey Jean Wehrly, Caitlin Joy Luttjohann, and Great-granddaughter Madison Ann Wehrly. Ms. Theresa Straub, Wakefield Kansas; Grandson Patrick Thomas Simon and wife Lindsay; Granddaughter Sarah Elizabeth Straub and Fiance Benjamin Quick, and Grandson Daniel Christopher Straub and significant other, Maria Amaya. Great-grandsons, Peyton Simon, Alex Straub, Isaac Reetz, Adam Reetz; Great-granddaughter Sofia Marie Straub; Great-Great-grandson Creed Shepard-Simon, son of the late Carson Simon. Surviving children of the late Thomas R. Simon; Jason Thomas Simon and Andrea Maxine Simon; Great-grandsons Christopher Simon and Anthony Austin; Great-granddaughters Zaharra Canon-Simon and Zi'erra Canon-Simon. Preceding her in death were Patricia's husband, Donald, in 1976, her sons Dale in 2018, Thomas in 2025 and Great-grandson, Carson, in 2023. Sisters, Cecelia (Paul) Reznicek, Mary Kay (Don) Walsh, Dorothy (Eldon) Dyer, brothers Larry Dean (Rosemarie) Blasing and Dale (Jeanie) Blasing. The family will receive visitors on Wednesday October 15, 5:00 P.M. to 6:30 PM at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home with vigil and rosary service following at 6:30PM Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M., Thursday, October 16, 2025, at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Ogden, Kansas. Patricia will join Donald at the Fort Riley Main Post Cemetery in Fort Riley, Kansas immediately following. A luncheon hosted by the Ogden Community will be served at the community center in Ogden, located by the city park. Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, Kansas, 66502 is assisting the family with arrangements.
Publication date: October 14th, 2025
Richard L. McInteer
April 29th, 1946 - October 2nd, 2025
YML Funeral Home
April 29, 1946 - October 2, 2025 Richard L. McInteer "Mac," age 79, of Manhattan, passed away October 2, 2025, at the Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan. He was born on April 29, 1946, in Topeka, the son of Sanford and Rosemary McInteer. Mac grew up in Manhattan and attended Manhattan schools, graduating from Manhattan High School with the class of 1964. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1963 until his honorable discharge in 1967. While in the navy he served two tours in Vietnam, serving on the USS Enterprise. He earned the National Defense Service Medal and Vietnam Campaign Medal and Service Medal with two Bronze Stars. After his service time in the navy, Mac attended Vo-Tech in Manhattan and studied printing. In February of 1972 he was hired at the McCall Pattern Company in Manhattan. He worked at McCall's until he retired as head pressman in December of 2005. It was at McCall's he met his wife, Jeannette Brown. They were married in March of 1982. Mac had three children, Jamie, Renda, and Tracy, with his first wife, Michelle Parshall. He was a great father to his children. Mac was a man who was there for his family and friends anytime he could help. Mac had many hobbies including water skiing, snow skiing, running in 5k races, dancing the two-step, and he loved to attend the motorcycle rally in Sturgis, he attended six times. He also loved skeet shooting and of course cars! The family would like to thank Midwest Transplant Network for assistance with Mac being able to be a donor and allowing him to help someone else after his passing. Mac donated his pacemaker to a school of veterinary medicine to be able to be used for studies. Preceding Mac in death are his parents, his brother John McInteer, and his children Renda McInteer and Tracy McInteer. He is deeply missed by his wife Jeannette, his son Jamie McInteer; siblings: Jim McInteer (Cathy), Mary Kay Gray (Regie), and Ann Souder (Tim); and his grand-dog Chevy, and his many wonderful friends and co-workers. Graveside services for Mac will be held at 1:00p.m. Friday October 17, 2025, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. The family will have a reception starting at 2:00p.m. Friday October 17 at the Blue Hills Room, 2315 Tuttle Creek Blvd in Manhattan, following the graveside service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502. Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com
Publication date: October 14th, 2025
Paul K. Gaudette
August 24th, 1940 - October 8th, 2025
YML Funeral Home
August 24, 1940 - October 8, 2025 Paul K. Gaudette died on October 8, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born in Groveton, New Hampshire in August 1940. He later moved to Unionville, Connecticut as a child. He joined the US Army in 1958 and retired in 1978. He received two Purple Hearts and numerous other medals for his service and two tours in Vietnam. He married Dahlia (Noyes) Stitt in 1978. After retirement from the Army, he attended Kansas State University and received his degree in business administration. He was an independent insurance agent and sold for multiple companies. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dahlia Gaudette, by his parents, and two brothers Richard Gaudette and Robert Gaudette. He is survived by his two sisters Mary Manyak and Terry Shopey from Connecticut. He is also survived by his four stepchildren, eleven step grandchildren and twelve step great grandchildren. Graveside services with full military honors will be held at 1:00p.m. Monday October 13, 2025, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan. The Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502, is assisting the family with service arrangements. ymlfuneralhome.com
Publication date: October 11th, 2025
Rosalie Germann Thompson
October 20th, 1927 - October 3rd, 2025
St Louis Cremation
10/20/1927 - 10/3/2025 The family of Rosalie Germann Thompson, formerly of Manhattan, KS, is saddened to announce her passing on October 3rd, 2025. Rosalie Beth Germann Thompson was born October 20, 1927, at the family home in the Big Blue River Valley north of Manhattan. She was the youngest of the five children of G. F. and Blanche Clark Germann. She passed away peacefully at Friendship Village Skilled Care in Chesterfield, MO. Rosalie attended a one room school, Blue Valley Grade School. She graduated from Manhattan High School in 1944. During World War II she taught at Strong School before graduating from Kansas State Agriculture College (now Kansas State University) in 1949 with a bachelor's degree in Home Economics. January 1, 1950, she married Paul D. Thompson at the United Presbyterian Church in Manhattan. While living on a ranch outside Howard, KS, their children, Teresa and Tad, were born. In 1959 they moved to Manhattan where she developed building sites along the western shore of Tuttle Creek Lake. Rosalie was active in the First Presbyterian Church, Manhattan, as an Elder and a sponsor of the senior high fellowship. She was an avid supporter of Kansas State athletics, a season ticket holder for fifty-one years, and a member of the Ahearn Club. She and her family attended many KSU bowl games. Rosalie and Paul loved to travel and often did so their family. Rosalie was an officer for the Republican Women's organization, a precinct committeewoman and active in the Riley County Historical Society, participating in restoring the one room Rocky Ford Grade School. She and Paul were charter members of the Manhattan Ltd Dance Club. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul; her son, Tad; parents; brother and three sisters; and daughter-in-law, Glynis. She is survived by daughter Teresa Dunn, Chesterfield, MO; four grandchildren: Andrea (Steve) Winterberg, Chester, IL; Tiffany Dunn (Brad), Nashville, TN; Reece (Rajee) Thompson, Vancouver, Canada; Claire Thompson, Miami, FL; great-granddaughter Alia Thompson; step great-grandchildren: Kolten Winterberg, Rebecca (Jason) Winterberg, Sydney (Phil) Bolte; very special in-laws, nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be at the First Presbyterian Church, Manhattan, KS, December 6th, at 10:30 a.m. If unable to attend, her service may be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/@firstpresmanhattan/streams. Rosalie was cremated, and her ashes will be sprinkled at a private ceremony. A block of hotel rooms has been reserved for visiting family and friends. Access using this link: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1759872950963&key=GRP&app=resvlink or contact the Fairfield Inn at 785 539 2400 specifying Rosalie Thompson room reservations. If friends wish to make a memorial gift, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Presbyterian Church, Manhattan, KS, or towards construction of a bench overlooking Tuttle Creek Lake in her honor at https://gofund.me/c6de28f1f.
Publication date: October 11th, 2025
John J. Brychta
March 21st, 1949 - September 10th, 2025
YML Funeral Home
March 21, 1949 - September 10, 2025 John J. Brychta, 76, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on September 10, 2025. He was born on March 21, 1949, in Marysville, Kansas. He attended Hanover High School where he graduated in 1967. John served in the US Army from 1968-1970 where he served in the Vietnam War. He was a member of National Dusters, Quad & Searchlights Associations, and attended annual meetings. He spent close to 50 years in the floor covering business and worked at KSU doing furniture upholstery and repair. He spent the last 43 years living at Lake Elbo enjoying lake life. He had several different boats while living at the lake and could be found with a rod and reel casting off the dock he built in his backyard. John spent lots of time working on and around his home. There was always a plentiful garden and a manicured lawn. As well as several rock walls he built around the property. His pride and joy was restoring his 1969 Camaro. He bought it after he returned from Vietnam and sold it after 5 years only to find the old car 30 years later. He spent several years bringing his car back to life and into showroom condition. He had a passion for classic rock music, especially Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Eagles, and Tom Petty. He enjoyed attending their concerts. He liked to travel in their RV spending winters going south to Texas, Arizona, Florida, and Mexico. John also enjoyed spending time with his loved ones. He is survived by his wife, Rita, his children, Josh Brychta and Ali Ross and son-in-law Bryan Ross; his grandchildren, Dakota and Easton Ross; his stepchildren, Chad Cecil, Ty Cecil, and daughter-in-law Paige Hayes; siblings David Brychta and Annette Kelch. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leon and Anne Brychta, and his sister, Judy Dollins. Graveside inurnment will be held at 11:00a.m. Friday October 17, 2025, at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery at Fort Riley in Manhattan. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00p.m. Friday October 17, 2025, at the Lake Elbo Clubhouse in Manhattan. Memorial contributions in memory of John are suggested the Lake Elbo Club. Contributions may be sent in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.
Publication date: October 11th, 2025
Margaret Clark
June 27th, 1925 - October 7th, 2025
Ryan Mortuary
June 27, 1925 - October 7, 2025 Margaret Genevieve (Margene) Clark, was born June 27, 1925, in Kansas City, Missouri, and died October 7, 2025, in Salina, Kansas at 100 years of age. Visitation will be from 4-8 pm. on Friday, October 10, 2025, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, KS, where friends may call. A rosary will begin at 6:00 pm. On Saturday, October 11, 2025, Mass will be said at 10:00 am. at St. Mary's Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina KS. Burial will be at 1:30 pm at St. Patrick's Catholic Cemetery, 9155 Elk Creek Road, Manhattan, KS. Margene raised eight children. She managed this while Harris continued his Navy service and traveled for his airplane sales job. She enjoyed sewing and made many clothes for her children. She attended innumerable sporting events, concerts and performances. She enjoyed her large family and was happiest when the house was full and loud. Ironically, Margene's voice was not loud, and you had to lean in to hear her soft voice. She ran a tight ship at home and her children learned valuable life skills from her efforts. Margene made sure that experiences like camping, card and board games and travel were part of her family's life. She listened and helped her children even into adulthood willing to be a sounding board. They always felt better for having spent time with her. Her wonderful smile and quick wit concerning all aspects of her children's presentation - shoe choices, hair styles, and attire were interactions she continued to the end; she was very observant. Her early life was spent mostly in Manhattan, Kansas with lots of family. She reminisced often about roller skating with her older sister down Vattier Street from Anderson Hall on KSU campus, and walking to Monsignor Lucky school. As adults, she and her two sisters would plan trips to restaurants throughout Kansas to try out the cinnamon rolls and onion rings. She attended Marymount College majoring in Education. She worked at the Salina Clinic and was the office manager for the medical office, Harris, Hodges and Marshall in Salina. Margene will be remembered as a kind, gracious woman who gave tirelessly to serve others. She was a member of St. Mary's Church and had a strong faith life. She led the rosary, was a Eucharistic minister serving Communion to homebound parishioners, helping with funeral services, folding bulletins, cleaning the church, ironing altar linens and much more. She often attended daily Mass and when she couldn't attend in person any longer, she participated virtually. A highlight of her life would certainly have been her trips with her sister Mary and the church to Lourdes, Rome, and Medjugorje. In 2007, Harris and Margene Clark were granted the Kansas Bankers Association Award for Soil Conservation for their pasture management efforts. In addition to being an amazing mom, she was also a farmhand fixing fence alongside dad at Windy Hill, and when dad wanted to take off in his prized Bonanza, she was happy to be his faithful navigator. Margene married Harris K. Clark on December 26, 1946. Harris preceded her in death in December of 2015. They were together for nearly 70 years. Margene is survived by her children: Theresa (Maure) Weigel, Brookville, KS, Ann M. Clark, Denver, CO, Timothy J. (Lorna) Clark, Alta Vista, KS, Kathy (Jerry) Finan, Salina, KS, Shawna (Gene) Millentree, Kansas City, MO, Julie M. Clark (David Bosley), Wheat Ridge, CO. She is also survived by 16 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. Preceding her in death were her husband, Harris Kendall Clark; sons, Richard Patrick Clark (1973), and Kendall Harris Clark (2021); parents, Bernard Sebastian Farrell and Marie Sarah Glenn Farrell; siblings, B. Glenn Farrell, Mary Arnold, Beverly Weaver, and James T. Farrell and three grandchildren, Genna Millentree (1993), Spencer Clark (2017), and Kelli Millentree (2020). Memorials are suggested to St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, KS, Down Syndrome Innovations in Mission, KS, at kcdsi.org, or to an organization of your choice.
Publication date: October 10th, 2025