Stanley Phillip Holmes, 73, of Abilene, Kansas passed away peacefully Thursday, August 8, 2019 at home with his loving family beside him.

He was born May 31, 1946 in Abilene the son of Lawrence E. and Evelyn A. (McNall) Holmes. He grew up in the community of his birth and attended local schools graduating with the class of 1966.

Stan moved to Denver, Colorado and worked for Samsonite Suitcase Company. It was there he met and married his wife of 51 years Connie (Maakestad) Holmes. They moved to her hometown of Sturgis, South Dakota and he worked in the Homestake Gold Mine. They then moved back to Abilene and he worked for Abilene Concrete and Supply for 37 years, retiring in 2006 after a motorcycle accident.

He is survived by his wife Connie of the home, daughter Tina Warford (Terry) of Salina, brother Darrell Holmes (Jo), sisters Janet Kopka (Larry) and Kathy Payne (Galen) all of Abilene, five grandchildren Kenny Holmes (Skylar) Pam Steinbruck (Ben) T.J. Warford (Danielle) of Salina, Anthony Westby (Ying) of the Peoples Republic of China and Kayla Rowlandof Concordia, eight great grandchildren Spencer and Drax Holmes, Sadie, Sage, Seth, and Ethan Steinbruck of Salina, and Grace and Ava Rowland of Concordia, many nieces, nephews and friends.

Stan was preceded in death by his parents, son Anthony “Tony”, sister Judy Holmes, brothers Jack and Kenny Holmes.

Stan and his family have chosen cremation. Family visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2019 at the funeral home. Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 16, 2019 at the Prairie Mound Cemetery, Solomon. The family suggests memorial contributions to the Stanley Holmes Memorial Fund and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410.

hirley Ann Rutherford, age 82, of Wamego, passed away Saturday August 10, 2019 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan. She had been hospitalized continually for about five months in a series of medical facilities, eventually succumbing to the effects of a stroke on August 9, 2019.

Shirley was born on May 8, 1937 in Hutchinson, Kansas to Helen and Alfred German, she was the oldest of three children. She attended Hutchinson Public Schools, graduating from Hutchinson High School with the class of 1955.

On May 27, 1956, she married Sheldon Rutherford of Little River, Kansas at Hutchinson. The couple and their two children moved to Manhattan on January 1, 1968.

Shirley became the office manager at the St. Mary’s Hospital. Later she had the pleasure of working for Henry Otto I, then Harry Otto (Henry II), then joining Henry Otto III, in being part owner and operator of Otto and Rutherford Insurance Company, which later became the Rutherford Insurance Company.

Shirley was a Cub Scout Den Mother for a group of enthusiastic boys when she was a young mother. She was a member of the O.E.S. She was active in the local chapters of ABWA, and Soropotimist International, and she proudly held various offices over the years.

After moving to rural Wamego in 1992, Shirley was honored to serve on the St. George Township Fire Department Board of Directors.

She enjoyed knitting and other types of handiwork, which she learned at her mother and grandmothers knees at an early age. Arthritis took this pleasure from her many years ago. Her passions were cooking for her family and oil painting on canvas.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and her brother Quinton of Utah.

In addition to her husband, Sheldon, of the home, she is survived by her daughter, Barbara “Barbie” and her son Scott, both of Wamego; and also her sister, Barbara (Bobbie) of California, and her sister-in-law, Bonnie German, of Utah.

Friends and family may call from 4:00 until 9:00 p.m. Wednesday August 14, 2019 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday August 15, 2019 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Graveside Services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Thursday August 15, 2019 at the Bean Memorial Cemetery near Little River, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Shirley to The Crisis Center in Manhattan. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Sherrill Ann Durham, age 60, died on Saturday, August 10, 2019, at her home, in Manhattan, Kansas.

The family will greet friends during a visitation from 6:30 until 8:00 p.m. Thursday, August 15, 2019, at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home in Manhattan.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel in Manhattan, with Pastor David VanBebber, officiating.

Memorial contributions are suggested to the ALS Foundation or the Riley County Humane Society. Contributions may be left in the care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Chapel at 1616 Poyntz Ave, Manhattan, Kansas, 66502.

Arthur Leroy Fechner, age 95, died on Sunday August 4, 2019 at the Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, Kansas.

He was born on November 1, 1923 in Junction City, Kansas the son of Paul Carl and Marrietta (Barnes) Fechner. Leroy graduated from Alta Vista High School and began his lifelong career as a Farmer/Rancher. He loved taking care of the land that has been in the family for over 150 years. He was known as a progressive farmer and enjoyed raising high quality beef cattle there.

Leroy was a past president of the REA (Rural Electrification Administration) which he was a member for many years. He also was a member of the Masonic Lodge.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister: Louise Baker.

Survivors include his brother Karl Fechner and his wife Sally Jean of Palos Verdes Estates, California; many nieces, nephews and friends.

A Memorial Service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday August 21, 2019 at the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas. Inurnment will follow in the Welcome Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

Edward (Ed) Franklin Horne was born January 30, 1936 at his family’s farm outside of Alma, Kansas to Millard and Ruth (Brabb). Ed was named for King Edward VIII and Franklin Delano Roosevelt. He was the youngest of six children including Blanche (Fink), Millard Jr. (John), Donald (died as an infant), Marjorie (Pryor), and Donna (Bredow).

Ed graduated from Alta Vista High School in 1953. After working on the family farm, he graduated from K-State in 1961 with a degree in pre-law. He went on to serve in the Army as a First Lieutenant from 1961 – 1963. Ed graduated from KU Law in 1967. He returned to Manhattan where he practiced law and became city prosecutor in the 1970s. Ed then went on to become legal counsel for Kansas Farm Bureau in 1978. He retired from Kansas Farm Bureau in 2003.

Ed was particularly dedicated to the city of Manhattan, Kansas. He spent a number of years on city council and also served as mayor from 1980 – 1981. He volunteered for many years on the Big Lakes Development Center Board and the Manhattan Public Library Board. Ed received many formal notes of appreciation from the city and state, and always took great pride in his work for the community. He was also a fan of Kansas State football, and was a season ticket holder for many years. While Ed was also a fan of Kansas basketball, he always rooted for K-State whenever the teams matched up.

Ed also enjoyed being a father. He had four daughters from two marriages. He was known for speaking to anyone who would listen about the latest adventures and accomplishments of his children: Angela, Laura (Horne-Popp), Amanda (Gansen), and Allison (Oduaran). Ed was also the proud grandfather of five grandchildren: Stella Gansen, Cole Gansen, Elise Gansen, Miller Gansen and Oliver Oduaran. He found great joy spending time with his grandkids and watching them grow.

Many may remember Ed’s occasional letters to the editor in the Manhattan Mercury. He was a life-long Democrat and often wrote opinion pieces regarding local and national politics. Ed often shared copies of his published letters to family across the country. Ed had the opportunity to meet a number of national politicians over the years due to his commitment to the Kansas and National Democratic Parties. He felt strongly about social justice and equity, and instilled these attributes in his children.

As Ed’s health declined, he moved to Overland Park in 2016 to be nearer his children and grandchildren. He spent his remaining years keeping up on politics and K-State football and basketball. Ed is survived by his children, Angela, Laura, Amanda, and Allison; his grandchildren, Stella, Cole, Elise, Miller, and Oliver; his first wife Constance (Connie) Horne and his second wife Nancy Collins; his sisters Marjorie and Donna, numerous nieces and nephews, friends, and colleagues. He will be missed.

There will be a service for Ed at Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home on September 14th, 2019 at 2 pm in Manhattan, Kansas. We will be sharing stories of Ed, so if you would like to speak at his service, please contact his daughter, Angela Horne, angelahorne@hotmail.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to either the Kansas Democratic Party or the American Heart Association in Ed’s name. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502.

Vern’s life began on December 31, 1927 in Alva, OK.  He is the son of Samuel Fernoy and Ada (Smith) Snyder.  Vern is a graduate of Alva High School and shortly after graduation enlisted in the United States Navy at the tail end of World War II to serve his country.  Vern worked as an inspector for the City of Wichita for over 21 years before retirement.  He was united in marriage to the former Donnis Klein on December 28, 1988 in Las Vegas.  Vern was an avid golfer and fisherman.  He enjoyed hunting and was especially remembered for his storytelling. Vern was a member of the Aulne Church and American Legion Post 401.  He was truly a community volunteer, whether it be for the church or neighbor, Vern could be counted on to help.  He was able to go on the Kansas Veteran’s Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. in April of 2018, one of the greatest experiences of his life.

His loving family includes his wife Donnis of Aulne, children Dan (Lisa) Snyder of Colorado Springs, Shirley (Craig) Marino of Urbana, IA, Bonnie Crow of Bella Vista, AR, Chuck ( Leanna) Baxter of Beggs, OK, and Sidney Shelman of Derby, KS; grandchildren Chris (Katy) Wiebe, Julie (Seth) Anderson, Tim (Amy) Wiebe, Danny (Denice) Snyder, Jr, Matthew Snyder, Brandon Larose, Colin Shelman, Alex ( Shelby) Larios, Jeremy ( Katie) Baxter and 11 great grandchildren.  Vern passed away at his home on August 9, 2019.  He is preceded in death by his parents and seven brothers and sisters.

His family will gather with friends on Friday from 6-8 p.m. at the Yazel-Megli-Zeiner Funeral Home, Marion to share memories of Vern.  His memorial service will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. at the Aulne Church, led by Pastor Jeff Lee.  Vern will be laid to rest in Marion Cemetery with military honors.  Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Good Shepard Hospice of Newton or Caring Hands Humane Society of Newton.