LeRoy F. Merkel
1928-2016

Robinson, KS LeRoy F. Merkel, 87, of Robinson, passed away Friday morning, April 22, 2016, at Hiawatha Community Hospital.
He was born September 28, 1928, near Everest, one of three children born to Frank and Edna Craige Merkel and was a lifelong Everest-Robinson area. He attended country grade school near Everest and high school at Robinson. LeRoy served in the Kansas Army National Guard, 2nd BN, 130th FA, of Hiawatha, during the 1950’s, discharged at the rank of sergeant.
Mr. Merkel was a lifetime member of Upper Wolf Lutheran Church of rural Robinson. He was a charter member of the Robinson Lions Club, receiving his 55 year pin in April 2015. He played many characters in the Lions Club annual Melodrama. He always looked forward to that and had so much fun doing so. He also held and served many offices throughout the years in the Club.
The last few years during the summer months, you would see LeRoy cruising the streets of Robinson in his golf cart, a gift from his children. This brought him much enjoyment visiting with friends and neighbors.
LeRoy married Charlene Bauman, March 25, 1951, at Upper Wolf Lutheran Church, southeast of Robinson. Their entire married life of 65 years was spent in the Robinson community where he farmed and raised livestock before retiring and moving to town. Charlene survives of the home.
Also surviving are a son Gary Merkel (Virginia) of Robinson; a daughter Carol Van Dyke (Jeffrey) of Plainville, KS; grandchildren: Kelly and Mark Perrier of Wichita, Jill & Chris Malkerson of Minneapolis, MN, Clinton & Leah Merkel of Lansing, Matthew Van Dyke of Plainville; great-grandchildren: Lauren Perrier, Leo Malkerson, and Drew Perrier; a sister Maxine Bauman (Kenneth) of Sabetha; and several nieces and nephews.
LeRoy was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister Thelma Morrison.
A Celebration of LeRoy’s life is planned for 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 25, 2016, at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha. Interim Pastor Steve Evans, of Upper Wolf/Zion Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hiawatha.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Sunday where the family will visit from 2 until 4 that afternoon.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the LeRoy Merkel Memorial Fund to be designated later by the family, which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St., 66434.

Ralph L. Jenkins
1932-2016

Ralph L. Jenkins, 83, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family Friday, April 22, 2016.
He was born November 3, 1932 in Sioux City, Iowa.
He graduated from Iowa State with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture Science and Economics. He was the production planning manager at Quaker Oats until retiring after 38 years.
Ralph married Shirley M. Sinkler on September 1, 1957.
He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Ralph was a member of Living Hope Church, Sertoma and was also a Cub Scout leader and Assistant Scout Master in the Boy Scouts. Most recently he was very involved in Missouri Right to Life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ronald and Evangeline (Webster) Jenkins; and brothers, Raymond and Judson Jenkins.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Shirley; children, Andrea Gammon (Alan), Clever, Missouri, Suellen Newman (Tom), Louisville, Kentucky and Curtis Jenkins (Dawn), Greensboro, North Carolina; two grandchildren, Allison Hails (Adam) and Aaron Gammon (Laila); great grandson, Isaac David Hails; nephews, Jerry Jenkins (Debra) and Jeff Jenkins (Kathie); and extended family and friends.
Farewell Services 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Interment Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will gather with friends 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Flowers are appreciated and for those wishing to make a contribution, the family requests they be made to Living Hope Church or Pregnancy Resource Center. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Cameron T. Clark
1972-2016

HOLTON – Cameron T. Clark, 43, of Holton, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at his home.
He was born December 12, 1972 in Topeka, the son of Robert and Shelia Fink Clark. He graduated from Royal Valley High School in 1991.
Cameron was a member of the Hoyt United Methodist Church and had been involved with the Hoyt Livewires 4-H Club and the Boy Scouts in his youth.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Survivors include his mother and step-father, Shelia and Marvin Murray, Hoyt; a sister, Janita Jordan, Holton; and aunts and uncles, Schrita Fink, Hoyt, Sonya Bergman, Mayetta, Mary Moore, Lawrence and William Clark, Alta Vista.
Cremation is planned. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 29th at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hoyt. Inurnment will be later in the Steward Cemetery at Hoyt. Family and friends will meet from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Cameron Clark Memorial Fund, and may be sent in care of the funeral home, PO Box 280, Hoyt, 66440.

Delta I. Marten
1918-2016

ONAGA – Delta I. Marten, 97, of Onaga, died Sunday, April 24, 2016 at Community Hospital Onaga.
She was born November 18, 1918 near Onaga, the daughter of Charley and Emma Wrosch Zabel. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Duluth, where she was a lifelong member. She was also a member of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League at St. Paul’s.
She was married to Lorenz Marten on March 8, 1939 at Duluth. Lornez and Delta moved north of Onaga where they farmed until Lorenz passed away on April 12, 1979.
Delta had worked at the Honig Merchantile and was a rural mail carrier, but was primarily a homemaker and loved to quilt. She quilted many beautiful quilts, not only for all of her children, but for all of her grandchildren. For many years she quilted at the Onaga Senior Center. She also enjoyed crocheting and continued to do so until very recently. Many people were blessed with her gifts of crocheted hangars that she enjoyed making and sharing. Delta was also known around Onaga for her delicious angel food cakes that she made for family and friends.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, two sons, Ronald Marten in 2003 and Kenneth Marten in 2013, four sisters and one brother.
Survivors include a son, David Marten (Cathy), Onaga; a daughter-in-law, Mary Kay Marten; eight grandchildren, seventeen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Delta will be missed by many people that loved her.
Funeral services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 28th at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Burial will follow in the Onaga Cemetery. Delta will lie in state Wednesday at the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Onaga where a Prayer Service will be held at 6:30 p.m., followed by visitation until 8:00. Memorials are suggested to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and may be sent in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

Beverly J. Silkett
1945-2016

Beverly J. Silkett, 71, Tarkio, Missouri passed away Sunday, April 24, 2016, at a healthcare facility in Maryville, Missouri.
She was born April 10, 1945 in New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Beverly went to elementary and middle school in Massachusetts and graduated from South Mountain High School Class of 1963 in Phoenix, Arizona.
She married David Silkett in November 1996. Beverly was a secretary with Global Van Lines and had several other jobs that she held but her most favorite was working as a librarian because she loved books. She was also the owner/operator of Miracle Hot Springs in California, had a CDL and drove trucks.
She was known as a sharp shooter and a member of the NRA. She was credited with starting First Women’s shooting team at South Mountain High. Beverly enjoyed driving stock cars and motorcycles. She was a big fan of John Denver and attended several concerts of his in Arizona. She traveled to every state except Alaska and Hawaii and enjoyed crocheting and crafting. Family was important to her, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Roland and Mary (Oliver) Adams.
Survivors include husband, David, Tarkio, Missouri; children, Deborah Barraza-McCall (Tiffany), Surprise, Arizona, Michelle Navin (Jim), Tarkio, Missouri, and Tina Harbour (Steve Friedle), Bakersfield, California; five grandchildren, Michael Indelicato, James Navin, Jr., Gillian Harbour, Jayce Navin, Jesse Navin and Sundance Barajas, whom she considered a granddaughter; two great-grandchildren, Roland Adams (Carol) and William Adams (Kim); and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial Service 1:00 P.M. Friday, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri. The family will gather with friends one hour prior to the service, First Baptist Church, Tarkio, Missouri. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.