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Anna Margaret Hoffmann (Komer) went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, November 25, 2020. Anna was born on February 6, 1938 in El Dorado, Kansas to John and Mary Komer. She dedicated her life to helping others while working for over 40 years as a Registered Nurse in various fields, including Obstetrics, Psychiatric/Mental Health, and at the Veteran’s Administration. She was a graduate of Halstead Nursing School. She continued to care for others in need even after retiring from...

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Charles W. Ward’s life began on December 17, 1936 in Henson, MO; the son of Charles E. and Rebecca R. (Padgett) Ward. Charles worked hard for his family at Skelly, Getty and Texaco Refinery as a business auditor. He was united in marriage to Marge Brooks on October 31, 1959 in Kansas City, MO. Charles enjoyed golfing and being outdoors. He also enjoyed reading and swimming in his retirement. Charles’ greatest joy was his family which includes his wife, Marge of Wichita; children Kimberly...

Almira “Anne” Kling’s life began on June 28, 1925, in Lenawee County, Michigan. She was the first child born to Arnold and Lillian (Petsch) Miller. Following high school Anne moved to Howard, Kansas, where she met her future husband recently returned from the war. On November 15, 1945, Anne and Harold Kling were married. Together they farmed and raised their five children near Howard. In spite of a busy family to raise, Anne went to work in the Howard abstract office. She was...

Charles “Charlie” K. DeForest, 89, died peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2020. Charlie was born June 24, 1931, to John and Cleo (Marsh) DeForest in Peabody, Kansas. He married Joyce Krehbiel June 14, 1953. Charlie graduated from Peabody High School in 1949, where he was class president, and Kansas State University in 1954, where he was in Beta Theta Pi fraternity. After he graduated, Charlie served as an officer in the U.S. Air Force, stationed in Germany, where his eldest daughter...

Bonnie Cooper went home to be with her heavenly father on October 16, 2020 at Susan B. Allen Hospital in El Dorado. She was born in Springfield, MO on September 11, 1940 to Ervin and Hannah (Morgan) Gwin. Bonnie retired after 36 years from Raytheon (Beech) as an inspector. She is preceded in death by her parents; son Mark Anthony Groves; grandson Joseph James Smith. Bonnie is survived by her husband Lewie; two daughters Anita North of Clearwater, KS, Paula Smith of Marysville, WA; 6...

Ruth’s life began on March 28, 1930 in El Dorado, KS; the daughter of Harvey and Bertha (Lutz) Simmons. She was a 1948 graduate of El Dorado High School, where she completed four years of successful vocal music competitions. Ruth was united in marriage to Herman J. “Junior” Miller on October 3, 1948 in El Dorado. Ruth excelled in managing her home and her children’s development. She taught children the joys of loving Jesus during her many years of teaching Sunday...

William “Bill” Farthing’s life began on March 23, 1972 in El Dorado, KS; the son of Ronnie and Karen (Van Fleet) Farthing. Bill had an industrious spirit and was a hard worker. He worked for Spirit Aero Systems as a HVAC technician. Bill was united in marriage to Donna Call on March 20, 1993 in El Dorado. In Bill’s spare time, he enjoyed being outdoors, hunting and fishing. Bill had a passion for classic cars and was an avid Star Wars fan. Bill’s wife and son...