Elizabeth May (Romm) Gragg, 64, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on May 20, 2025. She was born on June 2, 1960, in Salina to Charles and Marlyn (Hamilton) Romm. Elizabeth married her beloved Mark Gragg on August 1, 1982. Together they built a life centered around family, faith, and service. Elizabeth pursued a career in nursing, earning her RN degree from Asbury School of Nursing. She served fait...

Preston Vincent Appleby, 64, of Salina, passed away, Tuesday, May 20, 2025.  He was born in Clyde, Kansas to Vincil and Marie (Begnoche) Appleby, on August 1, 1960. He is survived by his children, Ashley, Aaron, Tyler, Clayton, Breanna, and Jessica. Graveside will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Mt Calvary Catholic Cemetery, in Clyde, Kansas, with Fr. Steven Heina as celebrant....

Margie “Yvonne” Davis (Roettger), a cherished soul who touched the lives of many, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2025, at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, surrounded by her devoted family. Born on May 23, 1961, in Long Beach, California, Yvonne was the oldest of 5 and the beloved daughter of Eugene Roettger and Margie Wright. Margie "Yvonne" Davis, a beloved wife, mother, nana,...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Mary Kathryn Koetkemeyer, of Salina, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, who left this world on May 18, 2025, at 93. Mary was born on December 3, 1931, to Fred and Mollie (Miller) Frederick in Wilson, KS. Mary was preceded in death by her beloved parents and her 7 brothers and sisters. Mary is survived by her sons, Barry...

Dina Louise Hackney, 63, passed away on May 10, 2025. Born on November 13, 1961, to Daniel and Nola Cromwell, Dina brought warmth, light, and joy to every life she touched. She now joins her beloved parents in eternal peace. Dina was a loving wife to Ed Hackney, with whom she shared countless adventures, including their favorite — riding motorcycles together and chasing sunsets by the beach. ...

Gary Lee Hinkley, 73, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, February 25th, 2025. Gary was born in Wichita, Kansas on August 29, 1951, to Dorothy and Floyd Hinkley. Gary worked a variety of jobs, always keeping service to people at the forefront. He loved his family, and most importantly Jesus. Gary and his wife, Debby, were married for 43 loving years. Survivors include his wife, Deb...

Norris Robert Andersen, 78, was called to his heavenly home on Friday, May 16, 2025 at Salina Regional Health Center. He was born on January 9, 1947 in Concordia, KS to George Austin and Anna Rosebud Palmquist Andersen. Norris graduated from Concordia High School in 1965 and graduated from Beloit Vo-Tech in diesel mechanics in 1966. Later that same year, Norris married his high school sweetheart ...

Edward Leo Engelbert, beloved husband, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, in Salina, Kansas, just two days shy of his 68th birthday. He was born on May 16, 1957, in Kingman, KS. Edward was a cherished son of Edward and Laura Lea (Petz) Engelbert. He leaves a legacy of love and dedication that will be felt for generations. Ed’s life was a testament of hard work, loyal...

Marion Lucille Klein, 97, passed away on May 12, 2025 at Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center in Salina KS. Marion L. Olberding Klein was preceded in death by her parents, and husband Henry G. Klein, brothers Vernon Olberding, Johnny Olberding and step brothers Clem Olberding, Paul Olberding and a step-sister, Monica Olberding Spitsnogle. She is survived by her children, Ronald Eugene ...

Trudy J. Carter Cobbs Pickrell, 80, of Minneapolis, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025, in Minneapolis. Trudy was born on February 20, 1945, in California to William F. and Jean (Krueger) Carter. She graduated from Blue Mound High School in Blue Mound, Kansas, in 1963. On July 29, 1973, she married David E. Pickrell. Trudy dedicated many years to her work as a cook and Certified Medical Aide, ma...