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Kathryn Elaine Hunter of Assaria, Kansas passed away on October 2, 2015 at the age of 70. Elaine, as she was known, was the daughter of Avon and Henrietta Selleck. She had four sisters, Maxine, Lois Marie, Lavonn, and Shirley. Elaine grew up in a small farmhouse with her family in Assaria and maintained close ties to the town and its people throughout her life. She graduated from Assaria High School, where she was a cheerleader and accomplished trumpet player.
After high school, Elaine married and started a family. She was an amazing, dedicated, loving mother to her children, George and Christine, and was the solid foundation for her family. As a result of her Kansas farm upbringing, her home was always warm and nurturing. Her strong old-fashioned Swedish heritage and Lutheran-based principles became the cornerstones in her childrens’ lives and their resulting successes.
After living abroad and then settling in Fillmore, California for twenty years, where her two children were raised, Elaine returned to her roots in Assaria. She lovingly restored her grandparent’s home, often with her own labor and resourcefulness, until her health intervened.
Throughout her life, Elaine remained committed to learning and education. After raising a family, she returned to school and earned her bachelor’s degree in education from Bethany College, where she graduated with highest honors. She taught elementary school for several years and was loved by her students.
Elaine was very involved in her community and church in Assaria. She helped to organize numerous school reunions, volunteered as a librarian at her church, and provided care and companionship to many of her neighbors in need. Her friends and family all admired Elaine for her sweet nature and kind spirit.
Survivors include daughter, Christine Bickel and husband, Kyle of San Anselmo, California; son, George Hunter and wife, Carolyn of Ontario, California; four sisters, Maxine Bilotti of Key Port, New Jersey, Lois Barber of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Lavonn Nelson and husband, Eldon of Assaria, Kansas, Shirley Herrick and husband, Gerold of Grand Junction, Iowa, grandchildren, Elizabeth Hunter of Castaic, California, Alexander Harris of Minneapolis, Minnesota, Nathaniel Harris of San Anselmo, California; and great grandchildren, Christiana Heredia and Alana Heredia.
Visitation will be held Sunday, October 4th, 2015 from 1:00 – 8:00PM at Carlson – Geisendorf Funeral Home, with family present from 6:00 – 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held at Assaria Lutheran Church in Assaria at 2:30 PM on Monday, October 5th, 2015 with Pastor Laura Smith officiating. Internment will follow at Assaria Lutheran Cemetery.
Elaine will be greatly missed by her close friends, her loving family, and the many people whose lives she touched.
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Frank G. Hartman, 98, of Salina, died Friday, Oct. 2, 2015. He was born Mar. 5, 1917, in Park, Kan., the son of Adam and Katherine (Zimmerman) Hartman.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Hartman (in 2006), and six siblings, George Hartman, Helen Robben, Anna Karlin, Mary Struble, Julia Albers, and Joseph Hartman. He is survived by two stepdaughters, Donna McGovern and Carole Pfeifer; sister, Amelia Kaiser; and many nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 118 N. Ninth St., Salina. Visitation will be at the Cathedral one hour prior to service, with rosary recitation at 10:30 a.m. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made to the church in care of Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St., Salina 67401.
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Carol Berniece Ahlstedt, 79, Salina, died Sept. 30, 2015. She was born Nov. 23, 1935, In Olsburg, KS, the daughter of Wendell and Ebba (Johnson) Hanson. She had worked as a librarian in the Salina public schools.
Carol is survived by her daughter, Debra (Keith) Smith, Bavaria; and her son, David (Lynette) Ahlstedt, Newton.
Memorial services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 12, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Salina. Memorials are suggested to Redeemer Church or 1st Lutheran Church, Mesa, AZ.
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Craig Bernard Ekberg, 67, of Salina, died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2015. He was born June 25, 1948, in Lindsborg, the son of Bernard and Marie (Magnuson) Ekberg.
While living in Emporia, Craig worked for Davies Nursery and later as a pressman for Chester Press. He worked there 34 years until his retirement in 2014.
Craig was a graduate of Salina High, class of 1966, and was an army veteran of the Vietnam War. He was an avid fan of the Kansas Chiefs and Royals. He enjoyed fishing, music, friends and family.
Survivors include two sisters, Kristin (Bill) Anshutz and Karin (Gary) Hecker, and three nephews, Ian, Rorik and Forrest.
Private inurnment will be in Elmwood Cemetery in Lindsborg. A celebration of Craig’s life will be at 4 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23, 2015, at the Swedish Crown Restaurant, 121 N. Main, Lindsborg. Cremation was chosen; there will be no visitation.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Vietnam National War Memorial.
Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth, Salina 67401 is handling arrangements.
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Danielle Monique Gore passed away on Friday, October 2, 2015 along with her unborn daughter Zavery, due to an accident in their home in Stockton, Kansas. She was born July 17, 1984 in Great Bend, Kansas to Monte Gore and Cathy Osborne. From Fifth Grade on, Danielle grew up, attended school, and lived in Plainville, Kansas until moving to Stockton for her job less than a year ago.
Daniele worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant for 10 years beginning in Plainville and most recently at the Solomon Valley Manor of Stockton. A caring, nurturing, and encouraging woman, the passion of her heart was to serve the elderly of the community. Always willing to help out, offer friendly advice, or just be a good listener, her gentle quiet spirit, infectious smile, and warm cheery laughter endeared her to residents and co-workers alike.
Second only to her Lord, the true love of Daniele’s life was her boys Zeven, Zayne, and Zayden. Whether it was playing at the park, taking walks, or just spending time at home, she cherished every moment with them. To say that they were a blessing would be an understatement, for they were much more than that. Her inspiration, motivation, and reason for living, was so she could be a devoted mother through hard work, selfless sacrifice, and unconditional love.
Danielle is survived by parents Monte Gore of Highspire, PA, and Cathy and Kenton Heckman of Stockton; sons Zeven Werner and Zayden Gore of the home in Stockton, and Zayne Stahl of Stockton; brothers Joshua Gore of Plainville, and Jacob Gore of Stockton; sister Dawn Gore of McPherson; step-brother Cody Heckman of Scranton; step-sister Trudy Moore and husband Robert of Lavaca, AR; grandparents Jim Osborne of Grove, OK, and Joyce Thompson of Goddard; and step-grandmother Naomi Heckman of Walsenburg, CO.
She was preceded in death by her grandmother Pat Osborne, and grandfather Alvin Gore.
Danielle was a woman of bold faith, strong hope, and godly love. Her daily time in Bible study, prayer, and writing letters to God was a continual source of strength, and served as an inspiration to all who knew her. In thought, word, and deed Danielle always “pointed up” toward her heavenly Father, knowing that what God had done for her, He would do for others. In the midst of our grief, we rejoice, knowing that Danielle and Zavery are safe in the arms of Jesus, no longer pointing up, but looking down, and watching over those whom she loved and who will love her forever.