With the freeze coming now or later it’s time to think of those chores you can do in October and November. Flowers • Plant spring flowering bulbs, such as tulips, daffodils, and crocus, for a splash of early season color.
When you walked into the darkroom of the small-town newspaper where I worked two decades ago, you could still smell the chemicals. While no one had used the darkroom recently, decades of vapors from photographic developers and fixers hung in the air.
Vote no on amendments In the upcoming November 8 election, two amendments to the Kansas Constitution will be on the ballot for us to vote on. The first amendment on the ballot, if passed, affects the constitutional balance of power.
Maria Elena (Nena) Llamas (formerly Olmos) passed away on October 13, 2022 at the age of 69. Maria was born in Juarez, Mexico on January 10, 1953, the youngest of nine children. She moved to Hutchinson, Kansas to live with her sister’s family where she attended Sherman Junior High and Hutchinson High School. She later moved to Wichita, Kansas and attended Wichita North High School where she graduated in 1972. That same year she married Michael Llamas, later divorced. Maria worked as a Clerk for the Harvey County District Court beginning in 1974 and retired after 32 years of service. Even in retirement, she chose to work a variety of jobs for USD 373, Harvey County Health Department, Prairie View, Health Ministries, and Heart to Heart Child Advocacy. She made many friends during her years of employment. Maria was passionate about her family and making sure they knew she loved them. She loved to cook not only for her family but also for her friends. She was a huge fan of KU basketball and insisted they were going to win the championship every year. Maria is survived by her three children: Michael Xavier (Cheryl) Llamas, Shannon Llamas, and Jennifer Beard; sister, Remedios Navarro; grandchildren: Isabella, Gaige, Robert, Adyson, Emarie, Hendrix, Celia, and Asher; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents: Antonio and Juana Olmos; stepfather, Pablo Llamas; daughter, Renee; and siblings: Manuel, Ramon, Francisco, Kiko, Jesus, and Mercedes. The Recitation of the Holy Rosary were held at 6:00 P.M., Sunday (Oct. 16) at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Newton. The Mass of Christian Burial was at 10:00 A.M., Monday (Oct. 17) also at the church. Interment will be in St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Newton. Condolences may be left at www. broadwaycolonialfh.com. Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, Ks.
Donald R. McCann 89, died October 16, 2022 at Paramount Health and Rehab in Newton, Kansas.
Mary Steinkirchner, 66, died Monday (Oct. 17, 2022) at her home in Newton.
Tony P. McCurdy, Sr, 75, of Newton, passed away Friday, October 14, 2022.
Angela A. Base, age 65, of Goessel, Kansas passed away on Wednesday October 12, 2002, at KU Medical Center in Kansas City Kansas. She was born on June 9, 1957, in Moundridge, Kansas to Bert and Lovella Becker. Angela attended Goessel Schools where she met her high school sweetheart, Vernon Base. She graduated from Goessel High School in 1975. On May 7, 1977, Vernon and Angela were wed at Alexanderwohl Church in rural Goessel. They enjoyed trail rides on their horses, participating in the Chisholm Trail Saddle Club, traveling to pick up animals, and showing their Watusi Cattle at various state fairs. Vernon was her rock. They celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary this past spring. They had two children, Joe and Lacie. Angela was a skilled horsewoman, gifted crafter, and master gardener. Growing up, Angela was always around horses. When Angela suffered a back injury, she turned her love of big horse to miniature horses. Angela loved to do tole painting, cardmaking, and scrapbooking. Angela enjoyed turning plain items into something beautiful. Over the last couple of years, she joined a quilting group and created many beautiful items. For several years, she owned Petal Pushers in Goessel, creating floral arrangements for life’s special moments. Angela also loved to garden. She spent many hours outside developing her wonderful flower gardens. Angela’s greatest joy and love were her children and grandchildren. Being a mother and grandmother was one of the most important parts of Angela’s life, a role that gave her much pride and joy. She was a kind, caring, and giving mother and grandmother who always put the needs of her family before her own. Family was especially important, and she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. Angela was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage, dignity, a smile, and a strong faith in the Lord. Angela was baptized around 1976 and became a member of the First Baptist Church in Newton. Throu
Ralph H. Herrold, 82, passed away on October 9, 2022, in Leawood, KS. He was born in McPherson, KS to JB and Erma Herrold and is preceded in death by his wife Jackie. He is survived by children Jack and Deidra, daughter in law Michelle and grandchildren Nick, Eleanor and Claire. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 on October 24 at the McPherson KS Church of Christ.