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| 6901 |  | Obituary- Kennedy, Leo 1 Leo F. Kennedy Leo F. Kennedy, 80, Emmett, died Sunday, April 28, at a Topeka hospital. Service arrangements are pending at Verschelden Funeral Home, St. Marys. Leo F. “Dutch” Kennedy Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Emmett, for Leo Francis "Dutch" Kennedy, 80, Emmett. He died late Sunday, April 28, at a Topeka hospital. Mr. Kennedy was a retired farmer. He was born July 23, 1904, at Emmett, the son of Christopher J. and Julia C. Reilly Kennedy, and spent his life in Emmett. He was a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the City Service Club, both at Emmett, and of Knights of Columbus Council No. 657 at St. Marys. He was married to Clara A. Aubert May 15, 1935, at St. Marys. She survives. Other survivors include a sister, Bridget M. Simecka, Topeka. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. A rosary will be at 7:30 p.m. today at Verschelden Funeral Home, St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church at Emmett. | |
| 6902 |  | Obituary- Kennedy, Leo 2 Leo F. ‘Dutch’ Kennedy Mass of Christian burial was at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Emmett, for Leo Francis “Dutch” Kennedy, 80, Emmett. He died late Sunday, April 28, 1985, at a Topeka hospital. Mr. Kennedy was a retired farmer. He was born July 23, 1904, at Emmett on the farm that he later owned. He was the son of Christopher J. and Julia C. Reilly Kennedy, and spent his life in Emmett. He lived all of his life in the house where he was born. He was a farmer and a stockman, a member of Holy Cross Catholic Church and the City Service Club, both at Emmett, and of Knights of Columbus Council No. 657 at St. Marys. He was married to Clara A. Aubert May 15, 1935, at St. Marys. She survives. Other survivors include a sister, Bridget M. Simecka, Topeka. Burial was in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Catholic Church at Emmett. Honorary casketbearers were Joe Kennedy, Samuel Kennedy, Mark Kennedy, Rick Burton, Scott Besler and Leo Mulvahill. Active casketbearers were Eugene Kennedy, Frank Kennedy, Thomas J. Kennedy, John E. Kennedy, Willard F. Kennedy, Jerry Simecka, Clyde Aubert and Kenneth Verschelden. | |
| 6903 |  | Obituary- Kennedy, Margaret Mrs. Margaret Kennedy Mrs. Margaret Kennedy, 75, died Tuesday at her home, four miles north of Dover. Funeral services were held Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at the Silver Lake Methodist church. Burial will be in the Silver Lake cemetery. | |
| 6904 |  | Obituary- Kennedy, Martin Martin Joseph Kennedy Martin Joseph Kennedy, 89, 233 Elmwood, died Monday at a Topeka hospital. He was born Jan. 1,1893, at Ivesdale, Ill., the son of Christopher and Julia Reilly Kennedy, and lived at Emmett before he moved to Topeka in 1942. Mr. Kennedy was a farmer and stockman before he retired. He was a member of Holy Name Catholic Church. He was married to Georgia Marie Immenschuh, who died in 1957. He was married to Clara Kramer March 19, 1974, in Topeka. She survives. He was preceded in death by two daughters and a son. Other survivors include two sons, Robert Kennedy, 836 N. Michigan, and Willard Kennedy, rural Oskaloosa; two daughters, Vivian Sullivan, Stanley, and Vivina Rowland, Lawrence; a brother, Leo Kennedy, Emmett; and a sister, Bridget Simecka, Topeka; 19 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian burial will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Holy Name Catholic Church. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. Mr. Kennedy will lie in state from 2 until 9 p.m. today at Brennan Funeral Home where parish rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. | |
| 6905 |  | Obituary- Kenney, James D. Obituary James D. Kenney, Sr, 78, of Topeka, Kansas passed away at his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday March 1, 2021. Jim was born in Eskridge, Kanas on July 27, 1942 to Gladys and Raymond Kenney. He graduated from Eskridge High School. He worked construction until he joined the Army in 1964; after which he belonged to the Rossville American Legion Post #31. He was also active in the Army reserve for 6 years after his discharge from the service. Jim then started a construction business called Ken-Barr Construction. He was the undersheriff of Wabaunsee County before being promoted to Sheriff. He then went to work for the State of Kansas Public Defenders Office as Chief Investigator. Later he worked for the Federal Public Defenders Office also as Chief Investigator. He was well respected by his peers all over the country. Jim was active in sports in high school and played ball with men from Eskridge in later years. He was actively involved in getting Eskridge a ball diamond for kids to play baseball. He loved watching the Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs, as well as, KU sports. He also loved watching his grandchildren in their sports activities. He loved his westerns and old moves. He had many hobbies and was willing to help any one who needed it. He was an avid and competitive fisherman all of his life. He fished in many area clubs and several in the Midwest. Table Rock was his favorite competitive spot. He loved to teach kids to fish and a couple of grandkids are still fishing today. He was a marketing representative for Tightline Lures, a job he truly loved. Jim was loved and admired by his family, friends, and all who knew him. He was generous, funny, loving and always had a good story or joke to tell. All of his grandkids adored him as did his wife and children. His parents and a special aunt preceded him in death. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Sharon (Hundley), son JD Kenney (Kelli) grandkids Jimmy, Parker and Madelyn of Rossville, KS. Stepson Shawn Lucas (Amy) grandkids Cole and Josie of Topeka. Two sisters RaeJean Dancy of Cincinnati, Ohio and Janet Barnett (his twin) of Topeka, KS., as well as, many nieces and nephews. Jim wished to be cremated and have his beloved fur babies (Sadie and Doodle) buried with him. There will be a graveside service at the Eskridge Cemetery on March 18, 2021 at 2:00 PM. A celebration of life will be on May 22, 2021 at Lake Shawnee, shelter house #3 from 10:30-2:30. Lunch will be provided. In memory of Jim the family suggests donations be sent to Helping Hands Humane Society or a charity of their choice. Finally, the family wishes to thank the staff of Midland Hospice for their care and compassion. | |
| 6906 |  | Obituary- Kent, Cathy Cathy Noreen Charity Kent Cathy Noreen Charity Kent, 46, Topeka, died Friday, May 3, 1996, at her home. She had cancer. Mrs. Kent had worked for Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Kansas the past 21 years. She was born Jan. 1, 1950, at Detroit, Mich., the daughter of Harold W. Sr. and Bea Lewis DeHart. She had lived in Topeka since January 1951 and was graduated from Hayden High School in 1967. She married Robert E. Kent. He survives. Other survivors include two sons, Jamie Charity, Topeka, and Ron Charity, Manhattan; her mother, Bea DeHart, Topeka; a brother, Harold DeHart Jr., Topeka; and a granddaughter. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Parker-Price Mortuary. Cremation will follow the services. Burial of cremains in Rossville cemetery will be private. Mrs. Kent will lie in state after 8 a.m. Monday at the mortuary where relatives and friends will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Midland Hospice Care, 200 S.W. Frazier Circle, Topeka, 66606, or to the Helping Hands Humane Society, 2625 N.W. Rochester Road, Topeka, 66617. | |
| 6907 |  | Obituary- Kerns, A.G. Mr. Clarence Darrah, of Kansas City, was the relief operator sent here Friday evening to substitute for J.H. Brady, who was called to Dwight by the death of his father-in-law, Mr. A.G. Kerns. | |
| 6908 |  | Obituary- Kerr, Ethel 1 Mrs. Ethel Kerr ROSSVILLE — Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the Presbyterian Church here for Mrs. Ethel R. Kerr, 84, Rossville, who died Sunday in the Presbyterian Manor at Kansas City, Kan., where she had been since Dec. 30. She was born April 22, 1891, at Rossville, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Reid, and lived in the Rossville community many years. She was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Rossville. She was graduated from Baker University at Baldwin. She formerly was a housemother at Colorado Women’s College at Denver and later was a housemother at Sellards Hall at the University of Kansas. She was married April 21, 1915, to William H. Kerr. He died June 30,1951. Survivors include a son, Glenn W. Kerr, Mission; a brother, Homer S. Reid, Rossville; and three grandchildren. Burial will be in Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kerr will lie in state from 9 a.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday at Pen well-Gabel Funeral Home where relatives and friends will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Church at Rossville. Ethel R. Kerr KANSAS CITY, KAN.-Mrs. Ethel R. Kerr, 84, died Sunday in the Presbyterian Manor here where she had been a resident since Dec. 30, 1974. She formerly lived in Rossville. She was born April 22, 1891. She was graduated from Baker University and was a housemother at Colorado Women’s college in Denver and at the University of Kansas. She was a member of Rossville Presbyterian Church. She was married April 21, 1915 to William H. Kerr. He preceded her in death June 30,1951. Survivors include a son, Glenn W. Kerr, Mission; a brother Homer S. Reed, Rossville, and three grandchildren. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Rossville Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kerr will lie in state from 9 a.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 7 until 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. | |
| 6909 |  | Obituary- Kerr, Grace MRS. GRACE KERR Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Kerr received word Sunday morning of the death of his mother, Mrs. Grace Kerr, which occurred Saturday at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Jennie Gates at New Castle, Pa. She would have been 93 years old next Saturday, December 2nd. Mr. and Mrs. Kerr left Topeka Sunday evening to attend the funeral which was held Tuesday. Mrs. Kerr is the widow of the late Samuel Kerr, and both early day residents of Rossville. The old family home here now is owned by Mrs. Ida James at the corner of Navarre and Pottawatomie Strets. Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hartzell are staying at the Kerr farm home during their absence. | |
| 6910 |  | Obituary- Kerr, William WILLIAM H. KERR Funeral services for William H. Kerr, were held Monday at 2:00 p. m. at the Presbyterian church, conducted by the pastor, Rev. Ivan Rundus. Mr. Kerr died Saturday morning at his home east of Rossville. His last illness dated from late last Fall. He was a native of Rossville. Born January 4, 1890, his birthplace is now the S. O. Parr home, where he lived with his parents, the late Mr. and Mrs. Sam Kerr until the age of seven After receiving his education in Marietta, Ohio, he took up the lithographing trade, working at this at Dallas, Texas, Denver and lastly with Hall’s in Topeka until his marriage to Ethel Reid when he took up farming. Mr. Kerr had served his community in a number of places of trust serving on the township board and on the school board. He was a member and elder of the Rossville Presbyterian church, a member of Hesperian Lodge No 111, A. F. & A. M Survivors include his wife, Mrs. Ethel Kerr, a son Glenn W Kerr, a granddaughter Alice Ann Kerr of Mission, Kans; a sister, Mrs. Jennie Gates, of Marietta, Ohio. Music was furnished by Mrs. Don Berkey, with Mrs. Lula Rachel Hill at the piano. Pallbearers were F. E. Pardee, Robert Rawlings, Marvin Davis, John Pearl, Roy Wilt and H.H. Davis. Burial was in Rossville cemetery. | |
| 6911 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Bell 1 Mrs. Bell C. Kerwin Mrs. Bell C. Baker Kerwin, 67, 931 N. Van Buren, died Thursday at her home. She was born March 21,1915, at Rossville, the daughter of John and Ethel Ropp Quirk, and lived in Topeka most of her life. Mrs. Kerwin was a licensed practical nurse. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lois Jean Dean, and two sons, Barney Dean and Lonnie Kerwin. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Yanna Gardner, 940 N.E. 62nd; a brother, Ed Baker, 1010 N.E. Calhoun Lane; and four grandchildren. Services will be 2 p.m. Monday at Davidson Funeral Home. Burial will be in Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kerwin will lie in state after 2 p.m. today at the funeral home. | |
| 6912 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Bell 2 Mrs. Bell C. Kerwin Mrs. Bell C. Baker Kerwin, 67, Topeka, died Thursday, January 6, 1983, at her home. She was born March 21, 1915, at Rossville, the daughter of John and Ethel Ropp Quirk, and lived in Topeka most of her life. Mrs. Kerwin was a licensed practical nurse. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Lois Jean Dean, and two sons, Barney Dean and Lonnie Kerwin. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Yanna Gardner, a brother, Ed Baker, both of Topeka; and four grandchildren. Services were at 2 p.m. Monday at Davidson Funeral Home. Burial was in Rossville Cemetery. | |
| 6913 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Clinton 1 Clinton E. Kerwin ROSSVILLE-Clinton E. Kerwin, 86, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2013 at the Rossville Healthcare & Rehab Center. He was born August 4, 1926 at Delia, the son of Robert E. and Mary A. Hanrahan Kerwin. Clinton graduated from Delia High School with the Class of 1944. He lived most of his life in the Delia and Rossville communities. Clinton worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for over 40 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and a past member of Knights of Columbus Council No. 657. On October 17, 1956 he was united in marriage to Winifred L. Yocum Besta. She preceded him in death on October 1, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, Aloysius, and by brothers Robert and Kenneth. He was preceded in death by a step-son, George "Eddie" Besta and a step-daughter Teresa Marney. Survivors include a son, Bob (Susan) Kerwin, Topeka; a step-son, Bennie Besta, Rossville; his daughter, Terri Kerwin, Topeka; a step-daughter, Mary C. (Ron) Cowan, Rossville; a brother, Leo (Virginia) Kerwin, Wellsville; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. A rosary will be recited at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys, where the family will receive friends from 6:30 until 8:00. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Harden Hospice or St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com. | |
| 6914 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Clinton 2 Clinton E. Kerwin Clinton E. Kerwin, 86, passed away Saturday, August 3, 2013 at the Rossville Healthcare & Rehab Center. He was born August 4, 1926 at Delia, the son of Robert E. and Mary A. Hanrahan Kerwin. Clinton graduated from Delia High School with the class of 1944. He lived most of his life in the Delia and Rossville communities. Clinton worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for over 40 years. He was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, Rossville and a past member of Knights of Columbus Council No. 657, St. Marys. On October 17, 1956 he was united in marriage to Winifred Yocum Besta. She preceded him in death on October 1, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, Aloysius, and by brothers Robert and Kenneth. He was preceded in death by a step-son, George "Eddie" Besta and step-daughter Teresa Marney. Survivors include a son, Bob (Susan) Kerwin, Topeka; a step-son, Bennie Besta, Rossville; his daughter, Terri Kerwin, Topeka; a step-daughter, Mary C. (Ron) Cowan, Rossville; a step-son in-law, Bob Marney, Holton; a step-daughter-in-law Nancy Besta, Topeka; a brother, Leo (Virginia) Kerwin, Wellsville; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and 6 great-great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 7, 2013 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. A rosary was recited at 6 p.m. Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys where the family received friends from 6:30 until 8:00. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Harden Hospice or St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and sent in care of the funeral home. Clinton E. Kerwin Clinton E. Kerwin, Rossville, 86, passed away Aug. 3, 2013, at the Rossville Healthcare & Rehab Center. He was born Aug. 4, 1926, at Delia, the son of Robert E. and Mary A. Hanrahan Kerwin. Clinton graduated from Delia High School with the class of 1944. He lived most of his life in the Delia and Rossville communities. Clinton worked for the Union Pacific Railroad for more than 40 years. He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and a past member of Knights of Columbus Council 657. On Oct. 17, 1956, he was united in marriage to Winifred L. Yocum Besta. She preceded him in death on Oct. 1, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his parents, an infant brother, Aloysius and by brothers Robert and Kenneth. He was preceded in death by a stepson, George "Eddie" Besta and a stepdaughter Theresa Marney. Survivors include a son, Bob Kerwin and wife Susan of Topeka; a stepson, Bennie Besta of Rossville; his daughter, Terri Kerwin of Topeka; a stepdaughter, Mary C. Cowan and husband Ron, Rossville; a brother, Leo Kerwin and wife Virginia of Wellsville; 18 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated Aug. 7 at St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Interment followed in Mount Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. A rosary was recited Aug. 6 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to Harden Hospice or St. Stanislaus Catholic Church and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, KS 66536. | |
| 6915 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Donna Donna J. Kerwin November 21, 2016 Donna Jean (Hards) Kerwin , 89, passed away on Nov. 21, 2016, at the Hospice House in Topeka, previously resided at Rossville Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. Donna was born on a farm south of the Emmett community on May 7, 1927 to John and Mabel (Hards) Jacobson. Donna spent most of her growing up years in the Rossville and Silver Lake areas. Her parents moved to Delia in the 40s where she graduated from the Delia High School in 1944. She married her classmate, Kenneth Kerwin on October 3, 1945 at Assumption Church in Topeka, Kansas. After graduation Donna worked at the Supply Depot Office just south of Topeka. She worked at the Supply Depot until it closed. She then worked as an Aide at the Silver Lake nursing home for a while. She retired to enjoy farm life with her husband near the community of Delia. Donna enjoyed visiting with family, friends and neighbors near and far. She always had kind words to say to everyone she knew or met. Donna was a loving wife, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, aunt and great- aunt. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Delia and later a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, St. Marys. Preceding her in death was her husband of 64 years, Kenneth Kerwin who passed away in June 2009, an infant son, Larry Stephen Kerwin, in 1952, and her parents John & Mabel (Hards) Jacobson. Donna had many pets over the years, cats, dogs, pony, chickens, etc. She loved them all dearly. She would rather go hungry herself than to have her animals be without food. She had a big heart for all animals. Donna is survived by her caregivers, Kevin & Tammy Kerwin, Delia, brother-in-law Leo ( Virginia) Kerwin, Wellsville, Cousin Kenny (Linda) Houck, Delia and numerous neices and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, November 28, 2016 at Sacred Heart Oratory of Delia. Mrs. Kerwin will lie in state from 5:00 until 7:00 PM. Sunday, November 27, 2016 at Piper Funeral Home where there will be a rosary recited at 7:00 P.M. Interment will be in the Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Oratory of Delia, Helping Hands Humane Society, Topeka, Kansas or the Hospice House of Midland, Topeka and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, Kansas 66536. | |
| 6916 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Kenneth 1 Kenneth “Kenny” S. Kerwin DELIA- Kenneth "Kenny" S. Kerwin, 84, of Delia, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2009 at the Rossville Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on January 19, 1925 at Delia, the son of Robert E. and Mary A. Hanrahan Kerwin. He grew up in the Delia community and graduated from both the Delia Grade and High Schools. Kenny married Donna J. Hards on October 3, 1945 at Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka. Kenny received his childhood Sacraments at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia where he served as a parish council member for years. Kenny was a member of Knights of Columbus, St. Marys Council # 657 and a 4th Degree member of the Thomas A. McNeive Assembly of the Knights of Columbus. Kenny farmed for many years around the Delia area. He was also a rancher. He received the 1967 Bankers Award for conservation practices. In 2002 he received the Outstanding Conservationist Award for continuing the maintenance of his conservation practices. He served on the Farmers Union COOP Board for many years. He was a past member of the Delia Lions Club. In 1957 Kenny was approached by a representative from the Brown County Soil Conservation Office to spear-head a watershed development effort in the surrounding counties. From that Kenny was the president of the Cross Creek Watershed Joint District No 42 until April 2004 (42 years). Kenny retired from farming/ranching in 1985. He then went to work for Kaw Valley USD #321. He retired in 1994 after several years of service. After retirement Kenny would frequent his favorite coffee establishments for socializing. Kenny never knew a stranger. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and caring for his greyhound dogs. Kenny was a loving husband, brother, uncle and great-uncle. Survivors include his wife of nearly 64 years, Donna of the home; two brothers, Clinton (Winnie) Kerwin, Rossville and Leo (Virginia) Kerwin, Wellsville; many nieces and nephews. Kenny was preceded in death by an infant son Larry Stephen, his parents Robert E. & Mary A. Kerwin, an infant brother Aloysius and a brother Robert A. Kerwin. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, July 2, 2009 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state after 2:00 P.M. Wednesday, July 1, 2009 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys where there will be a rosary recited at 7:00 P. M. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Delia or Heart of America Hospice and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com. | |
| 6917 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Kenneth 2 KENNETH “KENNY” S. KERWIN Kenneth “Kenny” S. Kerwin, 84, of Delia, passed away on Sunday, June 28,2009, at the Rossville Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. He was born on Jan. 19,1925, at Delia, the son of Robert E. and Mary A. Hanrahan Kerwin. He grew up in the Delia community and graduated from both the Delia Grade and High Schools. Kenny married Donna J. Hards on Oct. 3, 1945, at Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka. Kenny received his childhood Sacraments at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia where he served as a parish council member for years. Kenny was a member of Knights of Columbus, St. Marys Council No. 657 and a 4th Degree member of the Thomas A. McNeive Assembly of the Knights of Columbus. Kenny farmed for many years around the Delia area. He was also a rancher. He received the 1967 Bankers Award for conservation practices. In 2002, he received the outstanding conservationist award for continuing the maintenance of his conservation practices. He served on the Farmers Union Co-op Board for many years. He was a past member of the Delia Lions Club. In 1957, Kenny was approached by a representative from the Brown County Soil Conservation Office to spear-head a watershed development effort in the surrounding counties. From that Kenny was the president of the Cross Creek Watershed Joint District No 42 until April 2004 (42 years). Kenny retired from farming/ ranching in 1985. He then went to work for Kaw Valley USD No. 321. He retired in 1994 after several years of service. After retirement Kenny would frequent his favorite coffee establishments for socializing. Kenny never knew a stranger. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and caring for his greyhound dogs. Kenny was a loving husband, brother, uncle and great-uncle. Survivors include his wife of nearly 64 years, Donna of the home; two brothers, Clinton (Winnie) Kerwin, of Rossville and Leo (Virginia) Kerwin, Wellsville; many nieces and nephews. Kenny was preceded in death by an infant son Larry Stephen, his parents Robert E. and Mary A. Kerwin, an infant brother Aloysius and a brother Robert A. Kerwin. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Thursday, July 2, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state after 2 p.m., Wednesday, July 1, at Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys where there will be a rosary recited at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Delia or Heart of America Hospice and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com. | |
| 6918 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Leo V. 1 Leo Kerwin October 14, 1932 — August 25, 2021 Leo Vincent Kerwin Obituary 10/14/32 – 8/25/21 Leo was born October 14th, 1932 in Delia, Kansas to Robert and Mary Hanrahan Kerwin. He graduated from Delia High School in 1950 then briefly served as a MP in the U.S. Army. He received his Master’s Degree in Teaching and Counseling from Emporia State University in Emporia, KS. He went on to teach for over 40 years with a focus on English, History, Latin and Counseling. Anyone who had him as a teacher will remember his sense of humor, fun teaching antics and crazy extra credit questions. He then did a “self-guided” tour through Europe, including his native-land of Ireland where he reportedly kissed the Blarney Stone entirely too many times, resulting in a life-long “gift of gab”. In 1966, Leo met the love of his life, Virginia Bowman of Kansas City, KS. After wooing her with hayrack rides, his quick wit and plenty of Irish shenanigans, they wed on February 6, 1969. They just proudly celebrated 52 years of marriage. They raised three children, Mary, Joe, and Shelly in the town of Hamilton, KS. Leo was known by all to be kind, gentle, humble, giving, smart, funny and always happy-go-lucky. He loved to give more than he received and also loved to have fun wherever he went. He never met a stranger and we know so many people in heaven are being greeted with his big smile and his signature greeting of “Well, hello there! Tell me something good about yourself.” Leo is proceeded in death by his parents Robert and Mary Kerwin of Delia, KS; his twin brother Aloysius of Delia, KS and older brothers: Robert Kerwin of St. Marys, KS; Clinton Kerwin of Rossville, KS; and Kenneth Kerwin of Delia, KS. | |
| 6919 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Leo V. 2 Leo is survived by his wife, Virginia Bowman Kerwin; Brett and Mary Kerwin Dannels of Hamilton, KS; Joe and Melanie Kerwin of Olpe, KS; and Rob and Shelly Kerwin Rando of Kansas City, MO. He was also the proud Grandpa to eight grandchildren: Catie, Calli, Trace and Molly Dannels; Grace Kerwin; and Lauren, Luke and Emma Rando. In lieu of flowers, a school scholarship fund will be established in Leo’s name. Any donations can be made to the Leo Vincent Jerome Kerwin Scholarship Fund on GoFundMe.com. Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 1:00 P.M. Saturday, August 28, 2021, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state and the family will receive friends from 10:00 A.M. until the Rosary at noon at the church. | |
| 6920 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Mary 1 Mrs. Mary Kerwin Services will be at 10 a.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Delia for Mrs. Mary Kerwin, 77, Delia, who died Thursday night in a Topeka hospital where she was readmitted Feb. 24. She had been admitted to the same hospital Sept. 24, 1970, after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage and later released. She was born Aug. 28, 1894, at Delia and spent most of her life in the Delia community. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Delia. She was married to Robert E. Kerwin June 28, 1916, at Delia. He survives. Other survivors include four sons, Robert A. Kerwin, Kenneth S. Kerwin, and Clinton E. Kerwin, all of Delia, and Leo V. Kerwin, Shawnee; and 10 grandchildren. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. Wake services will be at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Verschelden Funeral Home at St. Marys. | |
| 6921 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Mary 2 Mary A. Kerwin Born: August 28, 1894 Died: March 2, 1972 Verschelden Funeral Home St. Marys, Kansas | |
| 6922 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Michael Kerwin Michael Anthony “Mike” Kerwin, 46, Delia, died Monday, Nov. 19, 2001 at his home. He was born Dec. 30, 1954, in Topeka, the son of Robert A. and Rita M. Kaullen Kerwin. He graduated from St. Marys High School in 1972. Mr. Kerwin was a farmer and stockman. He was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville and he served on the building committee at the church. He was a fomer member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 657 in St. Marys and a past member of the board of directors and secretary of the Farmers Union Co-op in St. Marys. He married Lisa Brennan on Nov. 10, 1979, in Delia. She survives. Other survivors include two sons, Shaun M. Kerwin and Ryan A. Kerwin, both at home; his parents, Robert A. and Rita Kerwin, St. Marys; two brothers, Kevin Kerwin, Delia, and Patrick Kerwin, St. Louis; and three sisters, Marita Ronnau, St. Marys, Jean Poppelreiter, Maple Hill and Janet Foresman, Mesa, Ariz. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state after 3 p.m. Friday at the church, where a prayer service at 7 p.m. will be followed by a rosary. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Catholic Church building fund or to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and sent in care of the funeral home. | |
| 6923 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Rita Rita M. Kerwin ST. MARYS — Rita M. Kerwin, 78, St. Marys, died Monday, March 28,2005, at a Topeka hospital. She was born May 10,1926, in Jefferson City, Mo., the daughter of Fred and Pauline Krier Kaullen. She grew up in Jefferson City, Mo., and later lived in Kansas City, Mo., where she graduated from Bishop Hogan High School in 1944. She earned bachelor degrees in music education and English at St. Marys College in Leavenworth in 1948. She and her husband made their home in the Delia community for more than 46 years before moving to St. Marys in January 1998. Mrs. Kerwin began her teaching career in LeRoy and then taught band, vocal and English at St. Marys High School. She also taught in Hoyt and Onaga, and had been a substitute teacher in many communities while raising her family. She also taught private music lessons to numerous area youths for more than 30 years. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia, where she served as Altar Society president, church organist and vocalist. She was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. She married Robert A. “Bob” Kerwin on June 2,1951, in Kansas City, Mo. He survives, of the home. Other survivors include two sons, Kevin Kerwin and his wife, Tammy, Delia, and Patrick Kerwin, St. Louis; three daughters, Marita Ronnau and her husband, Charles, St. Marys, Jean Poppelreiter and her husband, John, Maple Hill, and Janet Foresman and her husband, Gene, Mesa, Ariz.; a daughter-in-law, Lisa Kerwin, Delia; a brother, Fred P. Kaullen, Lillian, Ala.; a sister Barbara Marshall, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; 13 grandchildren; and a great-granddaughter. Mrs. Kerwin was preceded in death by a son, Michael A. Kerwin, on Nov. 19, 2001; her parents; and a sister, Mary T. Whitfield. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Marys. Mrs. Kerwin will lie in state after 2 p.m. Thursday at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys, where a rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or the ALS Foundation and sent in care of the funeral home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, Kan. 66536. | |
| 6924 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Robert The many friends of Robert Kerwin will be grief stricken to learn that so staunch and true friend has departed this life into that which knows no sorrow or pain, Oct. 25, 1914. His death was the termination of several months of patient suffering caused from laryngitis, although the best of medical skill in Topeka and St. Margaret's hospital of Kansas City was of no avail to him. He was well prepared to meet his God. Mr. Kerwin was born in County Killkenny, Ireland, Dec. 22, 1859. While a youth came to America and resided in Colorado a few years, then moved to Kansas and was married to Miss Katie Murry of Cross Creek, Jackson county, and resided there until his death. Besides his wife, Mrs. Katie Kerwin, he leaves three sons, Walter Leo, Robert Emmett and Cletus Wilford and one daughter, Margaret Close; also two brothers, John Kerwin, County Killkenny, Ireland, and Mike Kerwin, Burlington, Wash., and one sister, Mrs. Morris Calloghlin of County Killkenny, Ireland, all of whom mourn the loss of their beloved husband, father and brother. Funeral services and Solemn Requiem mass was held at Sacred Heart church, Delia, Kansas, Oct. 27, conducted by Rev. Fathers O'Sullivan, Broddely and Fitzgerald. The remains were interred in Holy Cross cemetery. Those who attended the funeral from out of town were: Miss Anna Murry, Kansas City; Mrs. Mike McCabe, Onaga; Mrs. Pat Tobin, Kansas City; Jas. Murry, Jr., Hutchinson; August Erbacher, Victoria Erbacher, Mrs. Lew Blalock, all of St. Marys. The pall bearers were Noel Cowan, Geo. Ehrhart, Jo[ ] Charles, Steve Hanrahan, [ ] Flanagan, Gottlieb [ ]ouer. Robert Kirwin [sic] died Sunday morning Oct. 25, after an illness of long standing. He leaves a wife three sons and daughter to [missing rest] | |
| 6925 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Robert A. Robert A. Kerwin St. Marys-Robert A. Kerwin, 89 died Monday, April 09, 2007 at the St. Marys Manor. He was born May 31, 1917 at Topeka, the son of Robert E. and Mary Hanrahan Kerwin. He attended Delia Grade School and graduated from Delia High School in 1936. Mr. Kerwin was a farmer in the Delia community for many years. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and was a current member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in St. Marys. He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 657 in St. Marys. He also had been a 4th Degree member of the Thomas A. McNeive Assembly of the Knights of Columbus since 1965. He had served on the Church Council at Sacred Heart for many years. He was a past member of the Delia Lions Club where he held various offices and had served as an officer at the district level. He was a member and officer of the Jackson County ASC Committee. During his retirement Mr. Kerwin enjoyed flowers working in his lawn and watching birds. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather. On June 2, 1951 he was united in marriage to Rita M. Kaullen in Kansas City. They made their home in the Delia community for more that 46 years before they moved to St. Marys in January 1998. Mr. Kerwin was preceded in death by his wife Rita on March 28, 2005, and by a son Michael Kerwin on November 19, 2001. He also was preceded in death by an infant brother Aloysius. Survivors include two sons, Kevin (Tamela) Kerwin, Delia and Patrick Kerwin, St. Louis; three daughters, Marita, (Charles) Ronnau, St. Marys Jean (John) Poppelreiter, Maple Hill and Janet (Gene) Foresman, Mesa, AZ; a daughter-in-law, Lisa Kerwin, Delia; three brothers Kenneth Kerwin,Delia, Clinton Kerwin, Rossville and Leo Kerwin, Wellsville; 13 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. Friday, April 13, 2007 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment will be in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state after 2:00 P.M. Thursday, April 12, 2007 at Piper Funeral Home were there will be a vigil service at 7:00 P.M. Memorial Contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church or to Heart of America Hospice and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com. | |
| 6926 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Robert E. 1 Robert E. Kerwin Robert E. Kerwin, 97, Delia, died Saturday, February 4, 1989, at the St. Marys Manor. Mr. Kerwin was a farmer in the Delia community. He was born August 10, 1891, at Cross Creek, later known as Delia, in Jackson County, the son of Robert and Katherine Murry Kerwin. He was a lifelong Delia resident. Mr. Kerwin was the oldest member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and had served on the Delia school board in the late 1930s. He was graduated from a one-room country school south of Delia. He was married to Mary A. Hanrahan June 28, 1916, at Delia. She died March 2, 1972. [He also was preceded in death by a son, Aloysius Kerwin. Survivors include four sons, Robert A. Kerwin and Kenneth Kerwin, both of Delia, Clinton Kerwin, Rossville, and Leo Kerwin, Hamilton; 11 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren;] 12 great-grandchildren; 16 step-great-grandchildren; and seven step-great-great-grandchildren. Services were at 10 a.m. Tuesday (this morning) at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. Burial was in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. A rosary was recited at 7 p.m. Monday. Casket bearers were Mike Kerwin, Bob Kerwin, Kevin Kerwin, Patrick Kerwin, Leo "Joe" Kerwin, and Leo Hanrahan. Robert E. Kerwin St. Marys - Robert E. Kerwin, 97, Delia, died Saturday, Feb. 4, 1989, at a St. Marys nursing home. Mr. Kerwin was a farmer in the Delia community. He was born Aug. 10, 1891, at Cross Creek, in Jackson County, the son of Robert and Katherine Murry Kerwin. He was a lifelong Delia resident. Mr. Kerwin was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and had served on the Delia school board. He was married to Mary A. Hanrahan June 28, 1916, at Delia. She died March 2, 1972. He also was preceded in death by a son, Aloysius Kerwin. Survivors include four sons, Robert A. Kerwin and Kenneth Kerwin, both of Delia, Clinton Kerwin, Rossville, and Leo Kerwin, Hamilton; 11 grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; 16 step-great-grandchildren; and seven step-great-great-grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery at St. Marys. Mr. Kerwin will lie in state after 9 a.m. Monday at Verschelden Funeral Home in St. Marys where a rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. Monday. | |
| 6927 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Robert E. 2 Kerwin Robert E. Kerwin, 97, Delia, died Saturday, Feb 4, 1989, at a St. Marys nursing home. Mr. Kerwin was a farmer in the Delia community. He was born Aug. 10, 1891, at Cross Creek in Jackson County, later known as Delia, the son of Robert and Katherine Murry Kerwin. He graduated from a one room school south of Delia. He was a lifelong Delia resident. Mr. Kerwin was the oldest member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and had served on the Delia school board in the late 30s. He was married to Mary A. Hanrahan June 28, 1916, at Delia. She died March 2, 1972. He also was preceded in death by a son, Aloysius Kerwin. Survivors include four sons, Robert A. Kerwin and Kenneth Kerwin, both of Delia, Clinton Kerwin, Rossville, and Leo Kerwin, Hamilton; 11 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren; 16 step great-grandchildren; and seven step great-great- grandchildren. Services will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. Burial will be in Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Marys. Pallbearers will be Mike Kerwin, Bob Kerwin, Kevin Kerwin, Patrick Kerwin, Leo (Joe) Kerwin, Leo Hanrahan. We wish to thank all our relatives, friends and neighbors who helped in any way following the death of our loved one, Robert E. Kerwin. Thank you for the Mass enrollments, memorial donations, flowers, phone calls, cards and other acts of sympathy. We thank Dr. Fred Brown and Mike Swann; the St. Marys Manor Staff; Father Erickson for his beautiful tribute to Robert during the Mass; to Marilyn Trechter for the Memorial at the Manor; George Verschelden and Arnold Oestmann for their compassionate services; and to the Sacred Heart ladies and others for the delicious dinner. Your thoughtfulness is deeply appreciated. Robert and Rita and family, Kenneth and Donna, Clinton and Winnie and family, Leo and Virginia and family | |
| 6928 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Winifred 1 Winifred L. Kerwin ROSSVILLE - Winifred L. Kerwin, 92, passed away Saturday, October 1, 2011 at the Rossville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born November 19, 1918 at St. Marys, the daughter of George A. and Gertrude Heston Yocum. Mrs. Kerwin graduated from St. Marys High School. Winifred had worked for the Supply Depot in Topeka, then at the Delia Grocery Store and later drove a bus for USD No. 321 for 20 years. She was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Winnie's passion was cooking. On August 31, 1935 she was united in marriage to Edward B. Besta; he died December 23, 1954. She later was married to Clinton Kerwin on October 17,1956. He survives of the home. Mrs. Kerwin was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, Catherine Palmer, Georgia Mae Forbes, Helen Goodin, George Yocum and Betty Lou Hatfield. She was also preceded in death by a son, George E. "Eddie" Besta, and a daughter, Theresa Marney. Survivors include two sons, Bennie Besta, Rossville, and Bob (Susan) Kerwin, Ozawkie; two daughters, Mary (Ron) Cowan, Topeka, and Terri Kerwin, Rossville; a son-in-law, Robert Marney, Hojton; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Besta, Topeka; three sisters, Margaret "Muggs" Petty, Olathe, Alice Hoffset, Wamego, and Patty Shove, St. Marys; a brother, Clarence "Nick" Yocum, St. Marys; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; 1-step-great-grandchild and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral Services will be at 10:00 A.M. Thursday, October 6, 2011 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Interment will be in the Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kerwin will lie in state after 5:00 P.M. j Wednesday, October 5, 2011 and there will be a Prayer Vigil at 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home in St. Marys. Memorial contribu¬tions may be made to the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church or the Rossville City Park Improvement Fund and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, St. Marys. Online condolences may be sent to wvyw.piperfuneralhome.com. | |
| 6929 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Winifred 2 Winifred L. Kerwin Winifred L. Kerwin, 92, passed away Saturday, Oct. 1,2011, at Rossville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center. She was born Nov. 19, 1918, at St. Marys, the daughter of George A. and Gertrude Heston Yocum. Mrs. Kerwin graduated from St. Marys High School. Winifred had worked for the Supply Depot in Topeka, then at the Delia Grocery Store and later drove a bus for USD 321 for 20 years. She was a member of Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. Winnie’s passion was cooking. On Aug. 31,1935, she was united in marriage to Edward B. Besta; he died Dec. 23,1954. She later was married to Clinton Kerwin on Oct. 17, 1956. He survives of the home. Mrs. Kerwin was preceded in death by her par¬ents and her siblings, Catherine Palmer, Georgia Mae Forbes, Helen Goodin, George Yocum and Betty Lou Hatfield. She was also preceded in death by a son, George E. “Eddie” Besta and a daughter, Theresa Marney. Survivors include two sons, Bennie Besta of Rossville and Bob Kerwin and wife Susan of Ozawkie; two daughters, Mary Cowan and husband Ron of Topeka, and Terri Kerwin of Rossville; a son-in-law, Robert Marney of Holton; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Besta of Topeka; three sisters, Margaret “Muggs” Petty of Olathe, Alice Hoffset of Wamego and Patty Shove of St. Marys; a brother, Clarence “Nick” Yocum of St. Marys; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; one stepgreat-grandchild; and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services were Oct. 6 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Interment was in the Rossville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Catholic Church or the Rossville City Park Improvement Fund and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, KS 66536. | |
| 6930 |  | Obituary- Kerwin, Winifred 3 Kerwin Winifred L. Kerwin, 92, Rossville, died Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011, at a Rossville care center. She was born Nov. 19,1918, at St. Marys, the daughter of George A. and Gertrude Heston Yocum. She graduated from St. Marys High School. Mrs. Kerwin worked for the Supply Depot in Topeka, then at the Delia Grocery Store and later drove a bus for USD 321 for 20 years. She was a member of St. Stanislaus Catholic Church in Rossville. She married Edward B. Besta on Aug. 31, 1935. He died Dec. 23, 1954. She married Clinton Kerwin on Oct. 17,1956. He survives. Other survivors include two sons, Bennie Besta, Rossville, and Bob Kerwin and wife Susan, Ozawkie; two daughters, Mary Cowan and husband Ron, Topeka, and Terri Kerwin, Rossville; a son-in-law, Robert Marney, Holton; a daughter-in-law, Nancy Besta,Topeka: three sisters. Margaret “Muggs” Petty, Olathe, Alice Hoffset, Wamego, and Patty Shove, St. Marys; a brother, Clarence “Nick” Yocum, St. Marys; 18 grandchildren, including Sandy Allen and Gary Marney, both of Holton; 31 great-grandchildren; a stepgreat-grandchild; and five great- great-grandchildren. In addition to her first husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; a son, George E. “Eddie” Besta; a daughter, Teresa Marney; and five siblings. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 6 at Piper Funeral Home in St. Marys. Interment will be held in Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kerwin will lie in state after 5 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, where a prayer vigil will be held at 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Catholic Church or the Rossville City Park Improvement Fund, sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, KS 66536. Online condolences may be sent to w ww.piperfuneralhome .com | |
| 6931 |  | Obituary- Kesinger, Ervin Ervin Lee (Pete) Kesinger Ervin Lee (Pete) Kesinger, 82, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, July 12th. Pete was born and raised in Berryton, KS. He worked in the trucking industry and retired as terminal manager at Graham Trucking. Pete later owned and operated Jayhawk Fire Equipment. He married Jean (Dick) Kesinger on August 8th, 1948. She preceded him in death. His son Gary also preceded him in death. Survivors include sons Ron Kesinger, of Rossville, Steve Kesinger (Kathy) of Topeka and three grandchildren, Amanda Kesinger, Sara Simon (Marco), Travis Kesinger and one great-grandchild Kayden Simon. Memorial Services will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 16th at Eastside Baptist Church in Topeka. Private inurnment will be at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to Eastside Baptist Church. | |
| 6932 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Agnes Agnes M. Kesler Agnes M. Kesler, 95, Topeka, died Tuesday, Feb. 2, 1993, at a Rossville nursing home. She was born March 23, 1897, at Rossville, the daughter of Samuel and America Bell Stum. She lived in the Rossville and Topeka communities most of her life. Her husband, Michael Kesler, died in July 1966. Survivors include a son, Leo J. Kesler, Topeka; four grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and a great- great-grandchild. Mrs. Kesler was cremated. Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. Saturday in Parker-Price Mortuary. Inurnment will be in Rossville Cemetery. | |
| 6933 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Clara Clara May Kesler Clara May Kesler, the 3 months old baby of Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kesler died yesterday from kidney trouble. The funeral of the child was held today from the Presbyterian Church, conducted by Reb. Crawford. The interment was made in Rossville cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. Kesler have the sincere sympathy of the community in their loss. | |
| 6934 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Etta MRS. DAVE KESLER Mrs. Etta Kesler, one of our long time residents, passed away Tuesday evening following a few weeks illness. She was a native of Illinois where she was born at Dixon, April 12, 1863. At the date of her death she was 73 years, 11 months and 20 days old. Besides her husband she is survived by two half sisters and two half brothers: Mrs. Laura Peyton and Mrs. Lucy Foster, both of Topeka; George Fritz of Topeka and William Fritz of California. Other relatives find a host of friends of this community. She was a member of the Lutheran church and was true to her faith to the last. She will be greatly missed in the community as she was ever a kind and loving neighbor and friend, especially to the poor. Funeral services were conducted today (Thursday) at 2 o’clock at the Presbyterian church with Rev. H. L. Nelson in charge. Music was furnished by Mrs. Ruth Hesse, Mrs. Fannie Reser, Mrs. Margaret Witter and Mrs. Arline Reid, with Mrs. Mabel Eversole accompaning at the piano. Pallbearers were Ira T. Hopkins, F. P. McCollough, A. B. Jamieson, Gus Kassebaum, A. F. Buchmeier, and Albert Reser. A short burial service by the R. N. A. was conducted at the grave. Burial in the Rossville cemetery. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Dougan of Topeka were in Rossville today to attend the funeral of Mrs. Dave Kesler. CARD OF THANKS—I desire to express my appreciation and thanks for the acts of kindness and sympathy shown me during the illness and death of my beloved wife; also for the floral offerings. DAVID KESLER | |
| 6935 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Florence Florence E. Kesler ROSSVILLE — Florence E. Kesler, 89, Rossville, died Friday, Jan. 17, 1997, at a Rossville nursing home. Mrs. Kesler and her husband farmed near Rossville for several years. She was born Oct. 21, 1907, in Topeka, the daughter of Earl and Edith Ticknor Daniels. She had lived in Rossville several years. Mrs. Kesler was a member of Rossville Presbyterian Church. She married William S. Kesler on June 20,1925, in Alma. He died Nov. 27, 1977. Survivors include a brother, Willis Glen Daniels, Topeka. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Rossville Presbyterian Church. Burial will be in Rossville Cemetery. Mrs. Kesler will lie in state from 2 to 6 p.m. today at Piper-Verschelden Funeral Home in St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rossville Presbyterian Church and sent in care of the funeral home. Florence E. Kesler Florence E. Kesler, 89, Rossville, died Friday, January 17, 1997, at the Rossville Valley Manor. She was born October 21, 1907, at Topeka, the daughter of Earl and Edith Ticknor Daniels. She had lived in the Rossville community for many years. Florence was married to William S. Kesler June 20, 1925, at Alma. He died November 27, 1977. She and her husband farmed near Rossville. She moved to town several years ago. She was a member of the Rossville Presbyterian Church. Surviving her are a brother, Willis Glen Daniels, Topeka; and several nieces and nephews. Visitation was Sunday from 2:00 until 6:00 at Piper-Verschelden Funeral Home, St. Marys. Her service was at 10:30 Monday morning at the Rossville Presbyterian Church. Burial was in the Rossville Cemetery. | |
| 6936 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Florence 2 In Loving Memory Of FLORENCE E. KESLER Born October 21, 1907 Died January 17, 1997 Funeral Services 10:30 A.M. MONDAY JANUARY 20, 1997 ROSSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ROSSVILLE, KANSAS Officiating REV. ROBERT DUNCAN Organist LEWIS KELLEY Songs "WHISPERING HOPE" CONGREGATIONAL HYMN "HOW GREAT THOU ART" Casket Bearers BILL DANIELS RICHARD REED BILL CANTILLION ALEX HEFNER ART CAMPBELL DAVID FOSTER Interment ROSSVILLE CEMETERY ROSSVILLE, KANSAS Arrangements By PIPER-VERSCHELDEN FUNERAL HOME ST. MARYS, KANSAS | |
| 6937 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Grover GROVER KESLER FOUND DEAD IN HIS CAR Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 pm in the Presbyterian church for Grover Kesler, 69, who was found dead in his car early Wednesday. Authorities said Kesler shot himself with a .410 shotgun. He had been in ill health for some time. Burial will be in the Rossville Cemetery with Hurley Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. GROVER C. KESLER Grover C. Kesler, son of John and Rose Kesler, was born February 28, 1888 at Rossville, Kansas. He passed away at home in Rossville on August 14, 1957 at the age of 69 years. He was a retired farmer having lived in this community his entire life. His wife preceded him in death on March 29, 1954. He is survived by two sisters: Mrs. Mabel Fauerbach, of Rossville and Mrs. Blanche Allen of St. Marys; and two brothers: Mike Kesler of Topeka and William Kesler of Rossville; several nieces and nephews and a host of friends. Services were held at the Rossville Presbyterian Church on Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. Interment was at the Rossville Cemetery. | |
| 6938 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Jennie Jennie Kesler Miss Jennie Kesler passed away Tuesday, March 16, at Christ's hospital in Topeka following two operations a few days previous. Despite blood transfusions following the operations she failed to rally. Miss Jennie was a home girl and since the death of her mother had kept the home for her father, John Kesler in this city. She was born in this community February 11th, 1896. At the date of her death she had passed her 41st birthday anniversary by one month and 3 days. Beside her father John Kesler she leaves to mourn her departure three brothers and two sisters, Grover of Rossville; Mike of Perry; William of Maple Hill, Mrs. L.D. Fauerbauch, Rossville and Mrs. Leo Allen of St. Marys; three nephews and one niece. Her mother and one brother preceded her in death. Funeral services were held from the Presbyterian church, today (Thursday) at 2 o'clock. Rev. H.L. Nelson conducted the services. Music was furnished by Mrs. Fannie Reser, Mrs. Ruth Hesse, Mrs. Arline Reid, and Mrs. Minnie Navarre, with Mrs. Mabel Eversole accompanying at the piano. The pall bearers were Richard Cantillon, Omar Hopkins, Everett Pelfrey, Harry Gutshall, Ed Kovar and Perry Stumbaugh. Burial was in the Rossville cemetery. Mrs. Fred Hesse of St. Marys was here today to attend the funeral of Miss Jennie Kesler. Mr. and Mrs. Mike Kesler and son of Perry were called to Rossville Tuesday by the death of his sister, Miss Jennie Kesler. Mr. and Mrs. J.H. Doughan of Topeka, drove out to Rossville today to attend the funeral of Miss Jennie Kesler. CARD OF THANKS -- We wish to extend our heartfelt thanks to all for the many expressions of sympathy to us in our recent bereavement, and for the many floral offerings. --John Kesler and Family. Miss Margaret Bond of Topeka was in Rossville today to attend the funeral of Jennie Kesler and call on relatives. | |
| 6939 |  | Obituary- Kesler, John F. 1 John Fredrick Kesler The black pall has again descended and in the home where joy and happiness once reigned supreme, now is found sorrow and desolation Freddie Kesler, youngest child of Mr. and Mrs. John Kesler was born Jan. 5th, 1904, was the victim of that dreaded disease diphtheria, and died Jan. 11th, 1909. He leaves a mother, father, 3 sisters and 3 brothers to mourn their loss. A short funeral service was held at the house Wednesday morning conducted by Rev. Woestemyer of Rossville, after which the remains, followed by a concourse of friends and relatives were laid to rest in the Rossville cemetery. None knew him but to love him, He has gone to his rest, Leaving behind him sorrowing hearts To mourn his early death. A Friend. [From The Rossville Reporter, Friday, January 22, 1909] | |
| 6940 |  | Obituary- Kesler, John F. 2 [See full transcription in file 1] | |
| 6941 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Leo 1 Map 1 Sec 2 Lot 14 Between Grave F & G cremation | |
| 6942 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Leo 2 Leo J. Kesler Leo J. Kesler, 74, Topeka, died Monday, December 11, 1995, at a Topeka hospital. He was born July 4, 1921, the son of Mike and Agnes M. Stum Kesler, and lived for several years in Emmett. He lived most of his life in the Topeka area. Mrs. Kesler was a welder and had worked for Shorty Meinholdt's Welding Shop for many years. He was married to Alberta Wells. They were divorced. Survivors include two sons, O. James Kesler, Holton, and Donald D. Kesler, Bono, Ark.; a stepson, Kevin Kesler, in Kansas; a stepdaughter, whose name and address are not available; 11 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Mr. Kesler's body was cremated. Memorial services were at 9:00 Friday morning at the Parker-Price Mortuary. Burial of cremains was in Rossville Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, 5375 S.W. 7th, Topeka, 66606. | |
| 6943 |  | Obituary- Kesler, Mollie MOLLIE KESLER DEAD Mollie Kesler passed away Sunday, July 7, at Christs’ hospital in Topeka, following a short illness. She was past ninety years of age, and had been a resident of St. Marys for many years. She is survived by one brother, Ollie Kesler of Belvue and four cousins, John and Dave Kesler of Rossville; James and Dan Kesler, of Wanette, Okla. Funeral services were conducted Tuesday morning at 9 o’clock from the Catholic church at St. Marys. Interment was made in the Rossville cemetery. | |
| 6944 |  | Obituary- Kesler, William WILLIAM S. KESLER William S. Kesler, 75, Route 1, Rossville, died Sunday, November 27, 1977, in a Topeka hospital where he was admitted November 22. He was born December 24, 1901, near Rossville and spent most of his life in the Rossville community. Mr. Kesler was a farmer and stockman before he retired. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church at Rossville. He was married to Florence Daniels January 20, 1925, at Alma. She survives. Services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday in the Presbyterian Church at Rossville. Burial will be in Rossville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Presbyterian Church at Rossville. Verschelden Funeral Home at St. Marys is in charge of arrangements. | |
| 6945 |  | Obituary- Ketchum, Mattie Mattie Ketchum Mrs. Mattie Ketchum. 89, 2015 E. 10th, died Sunday in a Topeka nursing home where she had been several years. She was born Oct. 25, 1880, in Topeka where she spent most of her life except for 15 years in Wyoming and California. She formerly lived at 1109 Van Buren. She was a member of First Baptist Church. She was married to Razor Ketchum Jan. 1, 1916. He died March 18, 1931. Survivors include a son, Kenneth W. Ketchum, Buenos Aires, Argentina; a daughter, Mrs. Margaret Hejtmanek, Delia; two sisters, Ada Paine and Grace Paine, both of 1301 N. Jefferson; and four grandchildren. Services will be at 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at Parker Mortuary. Burial will be in Topeka Cemetery. Mrs. Ketchum will lie in state at the mortuary until time of services after which the casket will remain closed. | |
| 6946 |  | Obituary- Ketner, Doris 1 Doris Jean Ketner NORMAN, Okla. — Doris Jean Ketner, 70, Norman, formerly of Topeka, died Sunday, April 27, 1997, at a hospital here. She was born July 28,1926, in Rossville, Kan., the daughter of Frank R. and Nelle Dannefer. She was graduated from Rossville High School and received an AB degree from Washburn University. She at-ended the graduate school of social work at the University of Kansas in Lawrence. She lived in Topeka before she moved to Norman in 1957. She was a secretary before she retired. She was a member of McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church in Norman. She was married to Robert W. Ketner in 1955. He preceded her in death. Survivors include a brother, Frank Dannefer, address unavailable. Private graveside services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the IOOF Cemetery in Norman. Memorial contributions may be made to the organization of the donor's choice. Primrose Funeral Service in Norman is in charge of arrangements. | |
| 6947 |  | Obituary- Ketner, Doris 2 Doris Jean Ketner Doris Jean Ketner, 70, Norman, Okla., died Sunday, April 27,1997, in Norman. She was born July 28,1926, the daughter of Frank R. and Nelle Dannefer, in Rossville. She was a graduate of Rossville High School. Mrs. Ketner received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Washburn University in Topeka, and attended the Graduate School of Social Work at the University of Kansas. She was a member of McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, Norman, Okla. She married Robert W. Ketner in 1955, and moved to Norman in 1957, from Topeka. He died August 10, 1995. She was also preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Lula R. Hill. Mrs. Ketner is survived by a brother, Frank “Junior” Dannefer, Rossville, and his wife, Eunice; a sister-in-law, Janie Ketner; nieces and nephews, Cynthia Ketner Reilley, William D. Ketner, Jr., Daryl Dannefer, Dale Dannefer, and Gary Hill. Funeral arrangements were conducted by Primrose Funeral Service, Norman, Okla. | |
| 6948 |  | Obituary- Ketter, Brian Brian Matthew Ketter, 53, of Excelsior Springs, Missouri passed away on April 29, 2020. Brian was born on March 3, 1967 in Delia, Kansas to the late Leslie Ketter and Connie (Harris) Rathbun. He married Danae (Lentz) Ketter at their home on August 28, 1998 in Excelsior Springs, Missouri. Brian was an honest and giving man who was loved by his family and had a servant heart. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, daughters and his grandchildren. Brian was full of pride as he walked his two daughters down the aisle and gave them away to their loving husbands. His proudest accomplishments were serving his country as a soldier and also as a civilian, and being a papaw (Harley had him wrapped around her finger). Some of Brian’s hobbies included fishing, riding his motorcycle, spending time with his family, welding and watching the Chiefs and the Jayhawks. Brian will be missed the most for his selflessness, ability to make people laugh, and his unending love for his family, especially his granddaughter, Harley. Brian was a hard worker, a content and passionate man, and was very patriotic. He would do anything for his family. He was preceded in death by his father Leslie A. Ketter. Survivors include his wife Danae Ketter of the home, daughters Lauren (Brady) Moppin and Allison (Brian) VanTill, grandchildren Harley and Hudson Moppin, mother Connie Rathbun, father and mother in law Calvin and Delores Lentz, sisters Tina and Leana Ketter, and multiple nieces and nephews. | |
| 6949 |  | Obituary- Ketter, Irene 1 Irene Ketter Irene Ketter, 86, Delia, died Thursday, April 17,1997, at a Topeka nursing home. She was born July 11,1910, at Wetmore, the daughter of Thomas Duggin and Birdie L. Donaldson Troughton. She had lived in the Delia and Rossville communities for many years. She grew up in the Wetmore community and was graduated from Wetmore High School. After she was married, she lived in the Hoyt and Emmett communities before moving to Delia. She later moved to Rossville, and then back to Delia. She worked at the Supply Depot, the Adams Printing, both in Topeka, and later worked in the lunch room for the Rossville schools, and as a clerk in the Motor Vehicle Department for the State of Kansas. She was a member of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church at Delia, and the Altar Sodality at the church. She was married to Lawrence B. Ketter on July 12, 1927, at Purcell. He died March 21,1967. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Mary Lou DeBacker, on July 26,1977. Immediate survivors include a daughter, Florence Martin, Topeka; two sons, Lawrence B. Ketter, Jr. and Melvin Ketter, both of Topeka; 16 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. A rosary was recited at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Piper-Verschelden Funeral Home. Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Delia. Interment was in Mt. Calvary Cemetery, St. Marys. Memorial contributions may be made to the Sacred Heart Catholic Church Restoration Fund and sent in care of the Funeral Home. | |
| 6950 |  | Obituary- Ketter, Irene 2 Irene Ketter DELIA - Iren Ketter, 6, Delia, died Thursday, April 17, 1997, at a Topeka nursing home. Mrs. Ketter worked at the Supply Depot and Adams Printing, both in Topeka, and in the lunchroom at the Rossville school and later as a clerk for the State of Kansas Motor Vehicle Department. She was born July 11, 1910, in Wetmore, the daughter of Thomas Duggin and Birdie L. Donaldson Troughton. She was graduated from Wetmore High School and had lived in Rossville before she moved to Delia. Mrs. Ketter was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia and the altar society at the church. She married Lawrence B. Ketter on July 12, 1927, in Purcell. He died March 21, 1967. A daughter, Mary Lou DeBacker, died July 26, 1977. Survivors include a daughter, Florence Martin, Topeka; two sons, Lawrence B. Ketter Jr. and Melvin Ketter, both of Topeka; 16 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Marys. Mrs. Ketter will lie in state after 2 p.m. Sunday at Piper-Verschelden Funeral Home in St. Marys where a rosary will be recited at 7:30 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church Restoration Fund and sent in care of the funeral home. Irene Ketter DELIA - Irene Ketter, 86, Delia died Thursday, April 17, 1997, at a Topeka nursing home. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Monday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Delia. Burial will be at Mount Calvary Cemetery in St. Marys. Mrs. Ketter will lie in state after 2 p.m. today at Piper-Verschelden Funeral Home in St. Marys, where a rosary will be recited at 7:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church Restoration Fund and sent in care of the funeral home. |
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