Obituaries

Dr. Wanita Marie “Noni” Bice-Washington

6 months ago By News Staff

Dr. Wanita Marie “Noni” Bice-Washington, 65, passed away on February 12, 2026, in Longview, Texas. A devoted educator and cherished family member, she leaves behind a legacy of strength, empathy, compassion, intellect, and unwavering dedication to those she loved and served.

Verlin F. Pfannenstiel

6 months ago By News Staff

1941 - 2026 Verlin F. Pfannenstiel, age 84, of Munjor, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Hays Medical Center, surrounded by his wife and children.

Randy Dee Cline

6 months ago By News Staff

1955 - 2026 Randy Dee Cline, 70, of Luray, Kansas, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his home. Randy was born May 18, 1955, in Ransom, Kansas.

Joseph “Joe” Gerald Hageman

6 months ago By News Staff

1991 - 2026 Joseph “Joe” Gerald Hageman, 34, passed away on February 22, 2026, at his home in Zurich, Kansas, surrounded by his family and cat, Nermal. Joe was born on September 8, 1991, in Hays, Kansas, to Gerald “Jerry” and Nancy (Benoit) Hageman.

Janice D. (Newell) Napell

6 months ago By News Staff

1949 - 2026 Janice D. (Newell) Napell, age 77, of Hays, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita.

Joseph “Joe” Gerald Hageman

6 months ago By News Staff

Joseph “Joe” Gerald Hageman, 34, passed away on February 22, 2026, at his home in Zurich, Kansas, surrounded by his family and cat, Nermal. Joe was born on September 8, 1991, in Hays, Kansas, to Gerald “Jerry” and Nancy (Benoit) Hageman.

Randy Dee Cline

6 months ago By News Staff

Randy Dee Cline, 70, of Luray, Kansas, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 7, 2026, at his home.Randy was born May 18, 1955, in Ransom, Kansas. He was one of four children born to John, Jr. and Emma Arlene (Coker) Cline.

Janice D. (Newell) Napell

6 months ago By News Staff

Janice D. (Newell) Napell, age 77, of Hays, passed away on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at Wesley Medical Center in Wichita, surrounded by family and a wonderful medical team.She was born on January 9, 1949, in Stockton, Kansas, to Oliver and Velma (Manny) Newell and was one of seven children.

Verlin F. Pfannenstiel

6 months ago By News Staff

Verlin F. Pfannenstiel, age 84, of Munjor, peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Hays Medical Center, surrounded by his wife and children.He was born August 21, 1941, in Hays, Kansas, to Edward and Oliva (Lang) Pfannenstiel. He married Elaine A.

Mary Evalyn (Towns) Eaton

6 months ago By News Staff

n 1932 - 2026 n Mary Evalyn (Towns) Eaton was born January 8, 1932, near Palco, Kansas, to Abiram Brooks Towns and Myrtle Caroline (Truesdell) Towns. She grew up in western Kansas and attended Palco High School, forming the roots of a life that would remain closely tied to family, faith, and home.