Curry, Sherill Grant(Seymour)

Curry, Sherill Grant(Seymour) w/Paul Richard

March 20, 1933 April 29, 2024

Sherrill Davenport Curry April 29, 2024

Santa Maria – Sherrill Curry passed away peacefully in her home in Santa Maria, California on April 29,2024 at age 91.

Sherrill was born in Des Moines Iowa and spent her childhood in Iowa and upstate New York. She met Paul Curry while her Stepfather and Paul were stationed in the Panama Canal Zone. She and Paul were married in 1956 and together for 44 years. Many of those years were spent in exotic, and not-so-exotic, locales due to Paul’s military service.

Sherrill held a degree in Psychology from Cal State Northridge and a master’s in Marriage and Family Counseling from Cal State Los Angeles. She maintained a lifelong love of learning. She stayed interested, informed, and loved to thoughtfully discuss current events.

Sherrill and Paul relocated to Santa Maria in 1984 from the Los Angeles area and quickly settled into the community. They were active members of the First United Methodist Church where Sherrill loved singing in the choir. She was the house chair of the Minerva Club for many years and a proud member of AAUW, and the Friendship Club.

Sherrill loved the arts, attending performances at Cal Poly, the Clark Center, PCPA and the Santa Maria Philharmonic. She rarely missed a performance of the Central Coast Chordsmen or the Coastal Voices. Sherrill’s collection of books is a testament to her love of reading, which she passed on to her children. She remained spunky and adventurous her whole life. She loved the great outdoors and cherished the rustic beauty of Huntington Lake. She zip-lined to celebrate her 80th birthday and went sky diving for her 85th birthday.

She is survived by her children, Elizabeth Young, Barbara Curry, and Marilyn Curry. Her grandchildren, Patrick Young, Lela Heza and August Heza. And her great granddaughter Autumn Young. She was preceded in death by her husband Paul Curry in 2001 and Grandson Garret Young in 2023.

A memorial is scheduled for May 31st at the Minerva Club at 10:30 AM. The Minerva Club is located at 127 W. Boone Street, Santa Maria.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Heifer International, Minerva Club, Santa Maria Humane Society or Friends of the Santa Maria Public Library.

Alber, Kaffie Lucille(Boroff)

Alber, Kaffie Lucille(Boroff) w/Thomas Howard ‘Tom’

Burial Date: 2024, 08/16 Age: 76 Lot:1103 B

Kaffie Lucille Alber, 76, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away August 9, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Morgan, Utah. She was born November 24, 1947, in Grand Island, Nebraska, the daughter of Merton and Lela (Stiles) Boroff. Kaffie has resided with her daughters in Morgan, UT for the past ten months, formerly of Sterling, KS and Coalville, UT. She attended school in Grand Island, NE. Kaffie was a homemaker. She enjoyed genealogy, crocheting, traveling and most of all taking care of her grandkids. On July 12, 1968, Kaffie was united in marriage with Thomas Howard “Tom” Alber in Lusk, Wyoming. He preceded her in death on July 25, 2023. She is also preceded in death by her parents; four sisters, Leva Aufdenkamp, Kay Rieken, Carole Bejvoda, twin-sister, Karen Scott; and brother, Jack Boroff. Kaffie is survived by her four daughters, Debbra Sue Evans and husband Joe of Spanish Fork, UT, Stacy Ercanback of Coalville, UT, Angie Stuart and husband Guy of Morgan, UT, and Susan Richins and husband Gaylon of Morgan, UT; brother, Jim Boroff of Doniphan, NE; nine grandchildren, Amberly, Mycole, Jordan, Trevor, Tamara, Jennifer, Tanner, Baylee and Hayden; and fourteen great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be at 11:00 A.M., Friday, August 16, 2024, at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Memorials may be given to (MSAA) The Multiple Sclerosis Association of America in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

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Washmon, Thomas Eugene

Thomas Eugene Washmon

March 19, 1937 ~ June 26, 2024 (age 87)

Washmon, Thomas Eugene h/Linda Lee(Conley)

Thomas Eugene Washmon, 87, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away June 26, 2024, at the Sterling Village. He was born March 19, 1937, in Hitchcock, Texas, the son of Joseph George and Susan Clara (Priece) Washmon. Thomas has resided in Sterling since 1974, formerly of Houston, Texas. He served in the United States Army for twenty years retiring on June 23, 1972. Thomas received several medals, including a purple heart. He also worked for the City of Sterling. Thomas was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, Sterling and the Sterling American Legion Post #128. On February 23, 1962, Thomas was united in marriage with Linda Lee Conley in Belton, Texas. She preceded him in death on September 15, 2012. He is also preceded in death by his parents; three sons, Anthony E. Washmon, Don E. Washmon, and Thomas L. Washmon; two brothers, Charles Washmon and Don Washmon; and two sisters, Clara Jo Washmon and Ruby Marie Washmon. Thomas is survived by his son, Jeffery R. Washmon and wife Kathy of Sterling, KS; four grandchildren, Jill Washmon, Kaci Ludwick, Paige Washmon, and Michael Washmon; and two great-grandchildren, L.J. Gross and Linlee Ludwick. Graveside service will be held at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, June 29, 2024, at the Sterling Community Cemetery, with Pastor Matt Hendricks officiating. Military honors from the Ft. Riley Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, June 28, 2024, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the Calvary Baptist Church (for the mission fund) in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Poe, Marian Lois(Gale)

Poe, Marian Lois(Gale) dw/ ? Poe daughter of Ralph William and Zelma Lois (Vert) Gale.

Marian Lois (Gale) Poe

November 16, 1940 ~ May 31, 2024 (age 83)

Marian Lois Poe, 83, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away May 31, 2024, at Sterling Village. She was born November 16, 1940, in Round Grove, Missouri, the daughter of Ralph William and Zelma Lois (Vert) Gale. Marian attended grade school at Sterling. She graduated from Buhler High School, Buhler, Kansas, with the class of 1958. She continued her education at Hutchinson Community College and Emporia State Teachers College; and received her master’s degree in business management. Marian was an accountant for many years. She served in the United States Army as a console operator from November 29, 1963 until her honorable discharge on June 11, 1965. Marian was a member of the First Baptist Church, Sterling, a member of the American Association for University Women, and a fifteen-year member of the Sterling American Legion Post #128. She is survived by her two sons, David Gale Poe of Norman, OK, and Mark Daniel Poe, and daughter, Johnel Christine Almanza of Portland, OR; and seven grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents. Funeral service will be at 2:00 P.M., Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at the United Presbyterian Church, Sterling, with Pastor Melissa Krabbe officiating. Burial will follow at the Sterling Community Cemetery with military honors by the Ft. Riley Honor Guard. Visitation will be from 1:00 P.M. until service time at the church, with family present. Memorials may be given to the Sterling American Legion Post #128 in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Renollet, Rodney James “Rod”

Renollet, Rodney James “Rod” h/Betty Louise(White)

October 22, 1937 ~ May 30, 2024 (age 86)

Rodney James Renollet Obituary

Rodney James “Rod” Renollet, 86, of Inman, Kansas, passed away May 30, 2024, at The Arbors at Waldron Place, Hutchinson, Kansas. He was born October 22, 1937, in Sterling, Kansas, the son of Roy Ray and Anna Belle (Fenwick) Renollet. Rod has resided in Inman since 2019, formerly of Sterling. He graduated from Sterling High School with the class of 1955. Rod was a chief operator in the Fractionation industry for over thirty-five years, retiring from Koch Industries in 2002. He was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church in Hutchinson and attended the Inman Mennonite Church. On November 15, 1959, Rod was united in marriage with Betty Louise White in Sterling. She preceded him in death on September 22, 2016. He is also preceded in death by his parents; son, Mike Renollet; three brothers, Hank Renollet, J.R. Renollet, and Lyle Renollet; sister, Joyce Renollet; and grandson, Clayton Renollet. Rod is survived by his son, Rich Renollet and wife Annmarie of Bel Aire, KS; two daughters, Kim Hendrickson and husband Bill of Buhler, KS, and Mary Norris and husband Jack of Inman, KS; daughter-in-law, Cindy Renollet of Arlington, KS; two brothers, Gene Renollet and wife Alice of Platte City, MO, and Bob Renollet and wife Joan of Lyons, KS; nine grandchildren; seventeen great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild. Funeral service will be at 3:00 P.M., Saturday, June 1, 2024, at the Inman Mennonite Church, with Pastor Harold Nelson officiating. Burial will be at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Rod was an avid Kansas City Royals fan, the family suggests wearing casual Royals attire in honor of him. Visitation will be Saturday, June 1, at 1:30 until service time at the church. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or the Alzheimer’s Association of Central & Western Kansas in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Paris, Vanessa Lynn(Deist)

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Vanessa Lynn Paris, 67, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away May 22, 2024, at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Hutchinson, Kansas. She was born June 7, 1956, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of John E. Sr. and Phyllis A. (Baldwin) Deist. Vanessa has resided in Sterling for the past twenty years, formerly of Hutchinson. She graduated from Sterling High School. Vanessa worked as a receptionist at AnswerLink of Kansas and Shears both of Hutchinson. She enjoyed gardening and most of all taking care of her great nieces and nephews. Vanessa is survived by her three sisters, Patricia Fenwick of Sterling, KS, Debra Cox and husband Randy of Talala, OK, and Kathy Deist of Sterling, KS; sister-in-law, Patty Deist of TX; and nephew, Tharin Deist of Norton, KS. She is preceded in death by her parents; three brothers, Perry Deist, Donald D. Deist, and John E. Deist II; and brother-in-law, Loyd Fenwick. Graveside service will be at 1:00 P.M., Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling, with Pastor Dale Jordan officiating. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Forwalder, Richard Freeman

Forwalder, Richard Freeman h/Doris Marie (Kissire)

son of John Harold and Luella Mae (Boes) Forwalder

Richard Forwalder Obituary

Richard F Forwalder of Azle, Texas who grew up in Sterling Kansas passed away on January 28, 2024, he was 92 years of age. He is survived by his son David Forwalder of Azle, Texas, daughter Elisa Edwards of Lake Forest, California. Richard is also survived by Nathan, Jessica, Scott, and Samuel Forwalder of Hillsboro, Kansas, Angel Forwalder of Azle, Texas, and Nick Edwards of Aptos, California. Richard was married to his loving wife Doris who passed in 2020. Richard proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Korean conflict and earned degrees from Friends University and the University of Kansas. Richard enjoyed his career as a management consultant until retirement. Services will be held at the Sterling Community Cemetery April 13th at 1:00PM. Funeral arrangements by Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

Goodwin, Theresa Catherine ‘Teri'(Roncace)

Theresa Catherine “Teri” (Roncace) Goodwin

October 28, 1933 ~ February 22, 2024 (age 90)

Goodwin, Theresa Catherine ‘Teri’ (Roncace)

w/Vinnie Garold ‘Jerry’ Goodwin

Theresa Catherine Goodwin Obituary

Theresa Catherine “Teri” Goodwin, 90, of Berthoud, Colorado, passed away February 22, 2024, at her home. She was born October 28, 1933, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Silvio Felix and Katie (Altieri) Roncace. Teri has resided in Berthoud since 2018, formerly of Peoria, Arizona, Longmont, Colorado, and Granada Hills, California. She graduated from Norristown High School in Norristown, Pennsylvania. Teri worked as an escrow officer in real estate for many years. On November 14, 1964, Teri was united in marriage with Vinnie Garold “Jerry” Goodwin Jr. in Van Nuys, California. They loved to go dancing and play golf. Teri was a past member of the Fox Hill Country Club in Longmont, Colorado and Westlake Village in Peoria, Arizona. She was a devout Catholic stemming from her family and education at Holy Savior Catholic Church in Norristown Pennsylvania. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family and friends. Teri is survived by her husband, Jerry of Berthoud, CO; daughter, Vikki Proctor and husband Mark of Berthoud, CO; step-son, Doug Goodwin of Hutchinson, KS; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and extended family. Teri is preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Armand E. Roncace, Silvio A. Roncace, Peter J. Roncace, and Joseph P. Roncace; and seven sisters, Rose Santori, Anna Roncace, Congetta Roncace, Natalie Strouse, Eleanor Aston, Rita Busch, and Mary Roncace-Busch-Abbey. Funeral mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, March 9, 2024, at St. Paul Catholic Church, Lyons, with Father Edmond Kline officiating. Burial will follow at the Sterling Community Cemetery, Sterling, Kansas. Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, March 8, 2024, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present. Memorials may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or a local food bank in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Lyons.

Linder, Ila Marie(Proffitt)

Linder, Ila Marie(Proffitt) w/ Rex

August 20, 1937 ~ February 17, 2024 (age 86)

Ila Linder Obituary

Ila Marie (Proffitt) Linder, 86, of Sterling, Kansas, passed away February 17, 2024, in Lyons, Kansas. A proud product of the prairie, Ila Marie Proffitt was born on August 20, 1937 in Sterling, Kansas. The only daughter of J.M. & Lutie (Towse) Proffitt, Ila joined big brothers Wayne and Billy. Eventually baby brother, Gary, joined the scene. Endless memories were soon made by the Proffitt four, first, out in the sandhills by Alden, then south of Sterling in pastures near the Arkansas River. Ila was proud to be the daughter and sister of farmers and she herself was active in 4H and completing before and after school farm chores. Ila graduated form Sterling High School in 1955, where she participated in band, FHA, 4H & Y-Teens. After high school, Ila attended Grace School of Nursing in Hutchinson, Kansas and graduated as a proud Registered Nurse. It was her nursing school classmate, Irene, who would introduce her to a young Army man, Rex Linder. Rex and Ila were married at Sterling United Methodist Church on September 29, 1958. The army would take Rex & Ila and their four children, Cathy, Roger, Mike, and Nancy to Kansas, Germany, Georgia and Washington, moving a total of 19 times. With four kids in tow, there was no doubt where Ila would go during Rex’s two tours in Vietnam: home to Sterling. After Rex’s retirement from the U.S. Army, the family settled in Clay Center, Kansas. After the kids were done with high school, Ila began working at the Clay County Health Department until she retired as the Director In 1997. With the retirement chapter ahead of them, Ila and Rex knew where they should go: home to Sterling. Rex and Ila quickly settled in just south of town and enjoyed time gardening, spoiling their grandchildren, and spending time in their community. Never one to be fully still, Ila spent hours with her aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and of course- her brothers. Additionally, she worked a few hours a week at the Rice County Health Department in Lyons. After Rex’s passing in 2012, Ila moved into town and enjoyed traveling, lunching with friends, but most importantly, her family. She was proud to have raised a respiratory therapist, a Lieutenant Colonel in the Army, a pharmacist, and a teacher. She was incredibly proud of their grandchildren and their accomplishments in their personal and professional lives. She was especially keen on the addition of Megs, Hanna, Jaime, Eric, and Olivia. But, in all honesty, no one else could compare with Arya, Ryker, & Tommy- the great grands. Ila Proffitt Linder was meticulous. She was marvelous. She was our matriarch. She will always be missed. Ila was proceeded in death by her husband Rex, her brothers- Wayne (Ruth), Billy (Joann), and Gary (Joanna) Proffitt, her parents, J.M. & Lutie Proffitt, and her Linder brothers and sisters-in -law. She is survived by her four children, Cathy Lutz, Roger (Connie) Linder, Mike, and Nancy (Tom) Rundel, Her ten grandchildren, Maj. Jerad (Jaime) Linder, Dustin (Maeghan) Linder, Case Rundel, Emily Lutz, Will Lutz (Olivia Marks), Colton (Hanna) Rundel, Sam Linder, Elly Lutz (Eric Gordon), John Linder and Morgan Blackim. And three great grandchildren, Arya and Ryker Linder and Tommy Rundel. Other surviving family include brother-in-law, Gene Stout, sisters-in-law Donna and Paula Proffitt, and a host of Proffitt and Linder nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, February 24, 2024, at the First United Methodist Church, Sterling, with Pastor Amy Foster officiating. Burial will follow at the Sterling Community Cemetery. Visitation will be from 2:00 until 7:00 P.M., Friday, February 23, 2024, at Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling, with family present from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Memorials may be given to the First United Methodist Church or Sterling Main Street in care of Birzer Funeral Home, Sterling.

DeBuhr, Lauren Duane

DeBuhr, Lauren Duane h/Melody Melva(McFarland)

Lauren DeBuhr Profile Photo

Lauren D. DeBuhr

September 9, 1942 — February 11, 2024

Topeka

Mr. Lauren DeBuhr, age 81, of Topeka, KS, passed away with his family by his side on Sunday, February 11, 2024.

He was born the son of the late Lavere and Marion (Kostalek) DeBuhr on September 9, 1942, in Milwaukee, WI.

After graduating from high school in Milwaukee, Lauren made his way to Sterling, KS, to attend Sterling College. While at Sterling College, Lauren met Melody McFarland. They married on August 18, 1964, in Sterling and together shared 59 years of marriage. He received his bachelor’s degree and continued his education at Emporia State University where he received his master’s degree.

Lauren was a longtime educator and counselor in middle school education. His kind and helpful nature helped him succeed while teaching his students. In his spare time, Lauren enjoyed photography, cheering for K-State, KC Royals and the Milwaukee Brewers. He was active with his church and loved to travel with his family and help on mission trips.

Survivors include his beloved wife, Melody; son, Eric DeBuhr and his wife Dana; daughter, Wendy Katsbulas and her husband Steve; brother, Tom DeBuhr. Other survivors include his five grandchildren, Samantha Sacks (William), Kaylie LeFils (Joseph Waller), Ryler DeBuhr (Rebekah), Arden DeBuhr, Brogan DeBuhr; as well as eight great-grandchildren, Noah, Jonah, Heloise, Cassi, Eldo, William, Linus, and Patrick.

Burial will take place at Sterling Cemetery in Sterling, KS.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Cornerstone Community Church, 7620 SW 21st St., Topeka, KS 66615, on Sunday, February 18, 2024, at 2:00 P.M.

Memorial contributions can be made in Lauren’s memory to Cornerstone Community Church. Contributions can be mailed or left with the funeral home.

To share a memory or to leave condolences, please visit, www.brennanmathenafh.com.