Joseph Andrew “Joe” Couse, of Stockton, passed away on July 31, 2025, at Chi Health Bergan Mercy in Omaha, Neb., at the age of 47.
He was born on September 7, 1977, to John and Barbara (Hollar) Couse in Plainville, Kansas.
Joe grew up in the Osborne area and graduated from Osborne High School with the Class of 1996. On February 29, 2008, he married Bethany Pruett in WaKeeney, Kansas. They made their home in Stockton and built a beautiful life and family together.
Hannah Kae Miller, 25, of Stockton, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025, at 9:45 p.m. Born in Osborne, Kansas, on December 31, 1999, Hannah brought light, laughter, and love into the world from the very beginning.
Clyde Duane Reed, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather, and dedicated civil engineer, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, at the age of 92, at home in Torrance, California. He was born in Stockton, Kansas, on September 26, 1932, to Willis Dale and Winnie May (Anderson) Reed. Clyde’s remarkable life spanned nearly a century of change, from riding a pony to a one-room schoolhouse to utilizing modern technology.
Edna Bernice Frenzl, age 89, of Hays, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, at her home.
She was born on April 7, 1936, in rural Graham County, Kansas, to Henry and Mable (Rolland) Kolste. She married Lawrence “Larry” Frenzl on August 29, 1952, in Bentonville, Arkansas. He preceded her in death on August 8, 2012.
Carlene (Barlow) Bryant, of Stockton and formerly of Quinter, passed away on July 21, 2025, at the Logan County Senior Living in Oakley, Kansas, at the age of 75.
Carlene was born on November 29, 1949, to Robert “Joe” and Ruth (Stephenson) Barlow in Amarillo, Texas. Carlene graduated from Spring Woods High School in Houston, Texas, in 1968. She continued her education at Texas Tech University, where she received her degree in Education.
Lorna Lee (Vogel) Green, age 64, of Phillipsburg, passed away Friday evening, July 11, 2025, at Phillips County Retirement Center.
She was born February 23, 1961, at Phillips County Hospital, the daughter of the late Arnold and Bonnie (Smith) Vogel, of Phillipsburg, Kansas.
Lorna graduated from Phillipsburg High School in 1979. She then attended and graduated from Beauty School in Salina, and years later graduated from NCK Tech of Hays with her LPN License.
She was a member of the Kingdom Hall and a former nurse, beautician, Mother, and Grandmother.
Joanna M. Normandin, 91, Hays, passed away Monday, July 14, 2025, at Via Christi Village.
Irene Marie LaBarge, 88, a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 7, 2025, at home in Ellis, surrounded by her family.
She was born March 18, 1937, to George and Alma (Brin) Newell in Damar. On April 11, 1955, Irene was united in marriage to Vernon Lawrence LaBarge.
Kathy Rae (McNulty) Wanker, aged 71, passed away on May 31, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas.
Born on September 9, 1953, Kathy was known for her vibrant zest for life and her love for crafts. She cherished the companionship of her pets and deeply valued the time spent with her family.
Kathy graduated from Colby High School, which laid the foundation for her enriching personal and family life. She worked as a dedicated CNA/CMA for several years.
