Jesus Hernandez passed away May 21, 2025, in Salina, KS. He left a warm and wonderful mark in the city and the house he loved. He was born on July 27, 1952, in Deerfield, KS. He attended Deerfield High School and graduated in 1970. He then went to Kansas State University obtained a BS in 1974 and a MS in 1976. Jesus was proceeded in death by his Parents: Guadalupe Mosqueda Hernandez and Valenti...

Michael R. Chaput, 66, of Salina, KS, went to be with the Lord on May 28, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. Mike was born on March 28, 1959, in Salina, KS, to Dean and Gladys (Blackwell) Chaput. He grew up in a faith-filled family where he learned the value of a strong work ethic, compassion, and love. He attended St. Mary’s Grade School and graduated from Sacred Heart High School with t...

Bruce Charles Waddle, age 62, of Gypsum, passed away suddenly at his home on May 24, 2025. Bruce was born March 23, 1963 in Salina, KS, to Charles and Elaine Waddle. He was raised in Kipp, KS and was a 1981 graduate of Southeast of Saline High School, remaining very close with his classmates throughout his life. He married his wife of 42 years, Tammy Waddle, in 1982, and they settled in Gypsum,...

Vicky Lynn Aguilar, 69, of Salina, passed away on May 25,2025. Vicky was born on March 20, 1956, at Logansport, Indiana to Joseph and Velma (Crane) Veach. Vicky was a strong woman and had a big heart. She was a loving and caring person, and a diligent worker. Vicky loved puzzles, crossword puzzles, and playing solitaire. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and family. Her favorite ...

Mary Ann (Bowman) Norris of Salina passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on Monday, May 26, 2025. She was born on March 30, 1931, in Ellis, Kansas, to John and Elizabeth (Riedel) Bowman. Mary Ann was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Kenneth Norris; her brother, Virgil Bowman; and her sister, Bernita Greer. She is survived by her son, Byron (Sandy) Norris of Salina; two gra...

Richard Blecha, 86, of Salina, died Friday, May 23rd, 2025. He was born June 27, 1938, in Belleville, KS, the son of Ernest and Eleanor Blecha (Baxa). Richard spent his life serving others whether as a farmer, working in agriculture services like Dauer Implement, and even in the auto and retail industry.  Most of all he was a dedicated family man who’s fatherly love was an example of God’s lo...

Marilyn JoAnn Lloyd, 90, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away Thursday, January 2nd, 2025. JoAnn was born in Kansas City, Kansas, on February 7, 1934, the daughter of Edna Pauline (Holmgren) and Fredolph Bernard Oberg. Although an only child, she grew up in a tight-knit family with several cousins living in the Salina and Lindsborg communities. After graduating from Salina High in 1952, JoAn...

Arthur Duane Lee, 84, of Salina, passed away peacefully in the early hours of May 23, 2025, at his home. Born in Treese, Kansas, to Robert E. Lee and Bessie (Miller) Lee, Arthur built a life centered around family, dedication, and community. On June 13th, in Plainville, Kansas, Arthur married Karen Bradford, his devoted partner of nearly 66 years. He spent many years working for Betts Baking Co...

It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Chris A. Zech, age 62, on May 17, 2025, in Salina, Kansas. Chris was a cherished son, brother, uncle, great-uncle, and friend, whose presence was a gift to all who knew him. Born on November 16, 1962, at Marysville, KS, Chris lived a life full of quiet strength gentle spirit defined by love. Though nonverbal, Chris had ...

Karen J. (Gottfrid) Blomquist passed away May 21 after a brief illness.  Born November 7, 1937, in Lincolnville, Kansas, she lived and worked in Saline County for most of her life. Karen graduated from Assaria High School and received both her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Kansas State University.  She married Dale Blomquist in 1959, and they worked together farming, running a bus...