It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Brandon Michael Sears. Brandon was born to Mary Huiett. He lived in Virginia and later in Vermont where he attended trade school, eventually moving to Kansas as a young adult  to be near his grandparents. Brandon worked in building and construction. Brandon was a unique spirit whose presence was a true gift to all who truly knew him. He worked...

Sherilyn K. Adams, aged 77, passed away peacefully, leaving a legacy of deep Christian faith, boundless curiosity, and profound community impact. Sherilyn was a devout Christian and member of the First Covenant Church, Salina, where she was inspired by fellowship in the women’s ministries. Her strong faith was reflected in her actions, with deep compassion and also being fiercely loyal to th...

James “Jim” Harold Yost, 87, of Culver, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Salina Regional Health Center in Salina, Kansas. He was a lifelong member of the Culver United Methodist Church. Jim was born on December 8, 1938, in Salina, Kansas, the son of Fred and Irene (Snedaker) Yost. He attended school in Culver and graduated with the class of 1957. At 18, Jim enlisted in t...

Arnold Orval Grant, age 99, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026 in Salina. He was born on September 8, 1926 in Penokee, Kansas to the late Orval and Nannie Grant. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 72 years, Ila Fay Gillberg Grant and his sister Katherine Ellen Grant. He is survived by his children Kevin (Frances), Kim (Mira Zevin), and Jane Kaufman (Jason), grandchildren Jessica, ...

Lori Ann Kirby (DeLaney), 58, of Salina, Kansas passed away May 20, 2026. Lori was born April 18, 1968, to Robert “Bob” DeLaney Sr of Salina, Kansas and Iona “Nona” DeLaney (Irby) of Bogue, Kansas. While only having 5 biological children, Lori was called “mom” by so many more. She opened her home to any in need of a hot meal, a place to sleep, or a word of wisdom...

Sister Donna Otter died May 19, 2026, at Nazareth Motherhouse in Concordia, KS.  She was 87 years old and a Sister of St. Joseph for 67 years.  She was born in Clayton, KS on September 22, 1938 to Frank and Margaret Bates Otter, the fifth of eight children, and was baptized Donna Regina.  She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph, Concordia, Kansas on September 8, 1958.  On March 18, 1959, Donna r...

Violet was born Pauline Hollis on November 24, 1934, to Harold C. and Rosa Pauline (Daugherty/Galloup) Hollis on the Hollis Homestead southwest of Delphos, Kansas. She passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026. Shortly after her birth, her father began calling her “his little Violet,” as her eyes were a bright blue-violet color, and the name stayed with her for the rest of her life. She attended Ced...

Walter C. Pahls, 95, of Salina, passed away peacefully Saturday, May 16, 2026. Walt was born March 15, 1931, to Adolph Sr. and Margaret Pahls on their rural farm west of Tipton, Kansas. Walt enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1951 and married Joan Eilert in June 1953 in Beloit, Kansas. The couple moved to Bryan Air Force Base in Texas, where they started their family. Walt attended Nebraska Stat...

Sara Lopez-Garcia, lovingly known to many as “Momma Sara” or “Nana,” passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 74. She was born on December 28, 1951, in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico, and later made her home in Salina, Kansas. Sara was a strong and independent woman who faced life’s challenges with resilience and grace. She worked tirelessly to provide for her children,...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Diana Lynn Wiegand, 71 on May 15th 2026 surrounded by family. She was a beloved mother, grandmother and friend. She was known for her quick wit, strong spirit and the way she could make people laugh. Diana was born January 28th, 1955 in Peoria, Illinois to Donna Jellison. She is preceded in death by her parents, sister Donna and a grandda...