David "Dave" L. Northup, 81, passed away on January 6, 2025, at his home in Stockton.

He was born on July 2, 1943, to David G. and Leona M. (Cotten) Northup in Rooks County, Kansas, near Webster. He married Kimberly "Kim" A. Barnett on March 3, 1973, in Goodland, KS. Dave was blessed with a daughter, Christine, from a previous marriage. Dave and Kim were blessed with two children: Tabor and Shaudel.

Eric A. Hageman, 63, passed away on December 27, 2024, at his home in Topeka. 

He was born on July 16, 1961, in Plainville, the son of E. Charles and Beverly (Harris) Hageman.

Eric graduated from Stockton High School in 1980. He dedicated many years of his life to serving the State of Kansas, working in various departments, including the Department of Revenue, until his retirement in December 2023.

IN FEBRUARY OF 1991, members of the community performed the play, “Spirit.” This scene depicts four poker-playing hooligans of Happy Hollow reacting to Dobbins winning the game— and eight dollars! Pictured are: Esther (Jenny Riffel), Dobbins (Tom Hull), Clara (Lilly Muir- Delaney), and Joe (Kevin Thayer.)