Kooper Ray Jensen passed away on February 15, 2026. Born on July 22, 2009, Kooper was known by many for his "old soul" and his passion for U.S. history, aviation, and music. A dedicated student of life, Kooper loved uncovering his heritage and searching for treasures while walking outdoors. He was a collector of moments and artifacts—a walker of trails who found magic in heritage and "insane"...

Harry W. Putnam, 84, Bennington, died Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Clay County Medical Center, Clay Center. Harry was born April 3, 1941, in Lawrence, to Vinnal and Della (House) Putnam.        Harry worked for many years at ADM in Salina. He also worked construction and could fix almost anything that was broken. Harry had a love for model trains and was known for his extensive col...

Betty J. Rassette, 93, of Salina, KS. passed away on February 12, 2026, in Salina. She was born on January 20, 1933, in Frankfort, KS. to Vester and Edith (Thomas) Leinweber. Betty graduated with a master’s degree from Kansas State University and taught for over thirty years with most years being at Salina Central High School. She was a department chair and Foods teacher. Towards the end of h...

Marty Manion, 70, of Salina, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026, surrounded by family, friends, and her devoted husband, Jack. Marty was born on October 9, 1955, in Greenfield, Missouri. She was the beloved daughter of Jan and Leland Rundall. As a young woman, Marty chose to serve her country by entering the United States Army, where she was later honorably discharged. Guided by a deep ...

Evangeline “Vangie” (Bowser) Sutton, passed away peacefully with family by her side on February 9, 2026. She was born on April 22, 1936, on the family farm at Talmage, Kansas to James Hubert and M. Izella (Moore) Bowser. Vangie attended school in Chapman, Kansas, where she met and married the love of her life, Keith Sutton. They made their home and spent their married lives south of Solomon. ...

Barbara Ann Troyer, 82, passed away Wednesday, February 11th, 2026. Barbara was born in Pawnee, Oklahoma on June 15, 1943, a daughter of Della (Picket) Sawhill and Ralph Sheets. On February 24, 1970, Barbara married Robert Troyer in Commerce City, Colorado. She was one of the smartest people her family knew. Though her formal education ended after the eighth grade, her natural talent was ...

Irene McCormick, also known by some as Stella, a long time resident of Salina, Ks and Bethany Home in Lindsborg, Ks, passed away on February 11, 2026 at the age of 99. Irene was born on January 9, 1927 to Jesse and Stella Morrical at the home of her grandparents Jim and Minnie Morrical in rural Lincoln County Ks.  Irene grew up on the farm.  She attended Logan Grade School, 12 Mile Grade Scho...

Debra (Debbie) Ann Brenneman, 72, died on February 10, 2026, after a long and hard-fought battle with breast cancer. Debbie was born on February 20, 1953, in Russell, Kansas, to Orval “Casey” and Velma (Kaufman) Siefers. She was the second of four children and grew up in Russell and later in Dorrance, Kansas, where she graduated from Dorrance High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science...

Sherry Reusch, age 82 (by just a few days), peacefully passed away surrounded by loved ones.  She had lived at Nicol Home in Glasco, Kansas for the last 5 years to the exact date.  Sherry was born on February 5, 1944, to Frank (Spike) and Bonnie Hall.  She was the oldest of three siblings.  She was raised on an acreage in Fairbury, Nebraska. She dearly loved her childhood and told stories abou...

Ronda R. Howard, 74, Bennington, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Salina Regional Health Center. She was born Ronda R. Werner on July 4, 1951, in Salina to Harold (Sam) and Vivian (Vaupel) Werner. Ronda was a graduate of Bennington High School. She and Leonard “Bud” Howard were united in marriage on February 28, 1976. She served on the Bennington City Council and also as mayor....