Mark Alan Rygaard
1962-2016

HIAWATHA, KS Mark Alan Rygaard, 53, of Hiawatha, passed away unexpectedly Friday afternoon, May 13, 2016.
Mark was born to Wayne and Janet Worrel in Meriden, Kansas, September 2, 1962. Growing up he lived in both Kansas and Port Angeles, WA. He graduated from Effingham High School in 1980 and later the Goodland technical school as a diesel technician. Many of his younger years were spent fishing and working on his family fish farm.
Mark married Regina Scheopner on June 4, 1983 and of this union came three children. Mark worked his whole life as a diesel technician. He presently worked for Lang Diesel in Sabetha. Mark loved helping his customers and they were like family to him. We often joked he was married to his farmers. He enjoyed spending time with his children and three grandchildren and they meant the world to him. Among his favorites were camping, fishing, hiking, kayaking and going to Colorado. He was Mr. Fix it and enjoyed remodeling the family home and fixing the cars, all while teaching his children how it’s done. He was looking forward to walking his daughter down the aisle in November.
Mark is survived by his wife Regina and his three grandchildren: Mylia, Abigail, and Noah Rygaard of the home. His children: Justin Rygaard (finace’ Michele Yost) of Horton, Christopher Rygaard of Hiawatha, Brittany Rygaard (finace’ Jake Oaks) of Horton. His parents Wayne and Janet Rygaard of Effingham, a brother Eric Rygaard, sisters Mary Flynn, Bonny Cassella, both of Topeka; several nieces and nephews also survive.
He was preceded in death by his brother Kevin Rygaard, grandparents: Gene and Pearl Rygaard, Ruthanna and Bob Derr,
A Prayer Service will be held Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Hiawatha, 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, with Reverend Michael Dunaway officiating. Following the prayer service, the family will visit with friends until 8 p.m. Cremation will follow with private family inurnment to be held at later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made to his grandchildren’s education and expenses which may be sent in care of the funeral home, 124 S 7th St.,66434.

Frances Miller “Fran” Morrow
1929-2016

Frances Miller “Fran” Morrow, 86, St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Friday, May 13, 2016 at a local healthcare facility.
She was born November 20, 1929 in Hubbell, Nebraska.
Fran was a Registered Nurse, receiving her degree from St. Luke’s, and worked as director of nursing at the Community Blood Center of St. Joseph, Missouri. She was also a full time mother, grandmother and great grandmother.
Mrs. Morrow was a member of the First Christian Church, where she was a member of the 40 Carats Club. She also enjoyed her Lunch Bunch.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Everett L. and Grace (Parker) Miller; and husband, Allan S. Morrow.
Survivors include her three children, Michael A. Morrow (Patti), Severance, Colorado, Anne M. Manns (Ritch), St. Joseph and Bradley Miller Morrow (Tasha), St. Joseph; five grandchildren, Erin Morrow, Allison Morrow, Robin Manns, Nathan Morrow and Brent Morrow; eight great grandchildren, Berlin, Clarke, Austin, Archer, Torren, Cayden and Mira; and many lifelong close friends.
Farewell Services 1:00 P.M. Monday, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. The family will gather with friends following the service, Meierhoffer Funeral Home & Crematory. Online guest book and obituary at www.meierhoffer.com.

Larry L. Ellis
1943-2016

Larry L. Ellis, 72, of Havensville, died Friday, May 13, 2016 at his home.
He was born May 25, 1943 on the farm south of Havensville, the son of Roscoe ”Bo”, Jr. and Edna Spreer Ellis. He graduated from Havensville High School and earned an Associate of Arts Degree from Washburn University.
Larry farmed until 1981. He then started Ellis Floor Care Company, which he operated for many years throughout northeast Kansas.
He was a member of the Havensville Christian Church.
Larry married Connie Baird on April 23, 1972 at the Havensville Christian Church. She survives, of the home.
He was preceded in death by his parents and a son-in-law, Michael Barnett.
Other survivors include a son, Marty Ellis (Jessica), Havensville; three daughters, Danita Hawley (Bob), Branson, MO, Debbie Barnett, Topeka, and Deanna Ellis (Todd Fuller), Branson, MO; and five grandchildren, Sabra, Tyler, Patrick, Garrett and Joseph.
Cremation is planned. Memorial services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 20th at the Havensville Christian Church. Burial will follow in the Havensville Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Havensville Christian Church, and may be sent in care of the Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, P.O. Box 312, Onaga, 66521.

Maxine Callaway
1924-2016

Maxine Callaway was born February 3, 1924 to Mike and Zella May Fletchall. She departed this life May 14, 2016 at the Worth County Convalescent Center in Grant City, MO at the age of 92. Maxine and her 8 brothers and sister lived around the Grant City and Worth area until 1941. She was united in marriage to Jessie Grace. They made their home by the Iowa Missouri border north of Sheridan, and they were engaged in farming. Jessie passed away in 1969, Maxine then moved to Maryville, MO where she worked as a waitress and nurse’s aide. In 1978 she married Joseph Callaway, and moved to St. Joseph, MO where they resided until Joe’s passing in 2006. Maxine then moved back to Grant City, MO, where she resided until her passing. Maxine was a nature lover, especially when it came to feeding and watching the birds. She loved to bake. Her specialty was homemade bread and her wonderful cinnamon rolls. She was baptized and accepted Jesus as her savior. Her faith was a big part of her life. She loved and served the Lord with great devotion and read his words, faithfully. Left behind to cherish Maxine’s memory is her daughter, Joyce (Galen) Gamel; son-in-law, Robert Jackson; sister, Irene Dye; Sisters-in-law, Jody Callaway, Joyce Handke, and Juanita Maulden; Grandchildren, Rodney Jackson, Chad Jackson, Jenny Conrad and Mindi Newberry; eight Great Grandchildren and one Great-Great Grandchild; and several cousins, nieces, and nephews. She also leaves behind numerous close friends. Maxine was proceeded in death by her daughter, Elaine Jackson and her 7 brothers and sisters. The family will receive friends from 1-2 PM Tuesday with a funeral service to be conducted at 2:00 PM at the Rupp Funeral Home. Interment Sugar Creek Cemetery, Rushville, MO. Memorials to the SSM Health – St. Francis Hospital.

Dorothy Elaine (Maag) Matthias
1932-2016

Dorothy Elaine (Maag) Matthias, 84, of Highland, passed away Saturday afternoon, May 14, 2016, at Mosaic Life Care Center in St. Joseph, MO, surrounded by her children.
Funeral arrangements are pending at Chapel Oaks Funeral Home in Highland.