RAYMORE, Mo. — Helen K. Dunn, 94, formerly of Salina, died Wednesday April 20, 2016. Mrs. Dunn was born July 30, 1921 in Ames, KS to Hector Joseph Breault and Rose Marie Le Blanc.
Mrs. Dunn was a member of Sacred Heart Cathedral and active in the ladies guild. She was a member of the YMCA, American Legion Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary, and Native Daughters of Kansas.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James R. Dunn in 2002.
Survivors include her daughter, Judy Michaels (Dunn) of Lee’s Summit, Mo.; sister, Zelma Scott, formerly of Salina; four grandchildren, Melanie Haas, Jessica Parker, Maggie Odell and Evan Odell. She leaves a legacy of 10 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be from 4-6 p.m., Sunday, April 24, at Ryan Mortuary. Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m., Monday, April 25, at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Salina.
Memorials may be made to Sacred Heart Jr.-Sr. High School or masses to be held in her honor.
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A Tribute to Marjorie Leis – 1921-2016
A loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother, a sister, loyal friend, a model employee, and most importantly a devout Catholic. The world is a better place for having had Marjorie in it, and Heaven is happier now that she’s there.
She is survived by sons, Marvin (Debbie) from Washington, KS and Dennis (Laura) of Topeka,KS daughters Peggy Trabke (Dan) Reno, NV, Barbara Schoenthaler (Dustan) Marion, KS, and Mary Buzzell (Brad) Newton, KS. Also, three brothers, Robert Kieffer , Charles Kieffer, and Fr. Merlin Kieffer. She had 17 grandchildren and 28 great grandchildren.
Marjorie was born in Clifton, KS on Dec. 4, 1921 to Peter and Anna Kieffer. She attended rural schools around Clifton and later went to Mt. St. Scholastica High School in Atchinson, KS. After high school she went to Reno, NV to work for a doctor. When World War II broke out, her parents didn’t want her that close to the West Coast so she came back to Wichita and worked for Beech Aircraft. during the war years.
In 1947 she moved to South Dakota and married Quintin Leis. She moved back to Hanover,KS and began work at the ASCS office in Washington.. She transferred to the Emporia office and retired in 1984 after 27 years. While living in Emporia Marjorie took communion to the shut –ins, was president of the American Legion Auxiliary, and was active with the Reach program, a religious ministry for adults with special needs. For her work with them she received a Kansas Humanitarian Award. After retiring she moved to Salina and kept active with her volunteer work: St. Mary’s: church, St. John’s Hospital, Meals on Wheels, RSVP, and the blood bank. She also helped at voting sites and with Right to Life. She enjoyed gardening, growing flowers sewing and playing cards, and spending summers with grandkids.
She was a special person to her family and friends. Her home was like a revolving door and she fed everyone who stopped in for a visit or overnight stay. She was always the gracious hostess offering food and kind words to all who came there.
Her greatest wish for her children and grandchildren was that they would be true Christians and responsible hard-working adults who loved their families.
Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. today, April 22, at St. Mary’s Church, Clifton, with a rosary recited following. Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 23, at St. Mary’s, Clifton.
Memorials made be sent to St. Mary’s Catholic Grade School, Salina KS, or Catholic Charities. Personal notes can be sent to 10 Lois Lane, Marion, KS 66861.
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Abilene, Kansas
Jane A. Vinduska
67, passed away Thursday, April 21st, in Abilene. She was born October 17, 1948 in Marion, Kansas, the daughter of Phillip A. and Esther I. (Teetzen) Vinduska. Growing up in Abilene, Jane attended St. Andrews Parochial School, graduated from Abilene High School with the class of 1966 and attended Brown Mackie in Salina. She had worked civil service at Fr. Riley from 1967 until retiring in 1996 then for Denny’s Plumbing until her health declined. Jane enjoyed gardening, especially growing asparagus, bowling and camping. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Rose Marie Vinduska and a brother, Fred Vinduska. Jane was a past member of Abilene Women’s Bowling Association and WIBC for over 30 years and current member of NARFE.
Survived by:
Sister,
Evelyn A. Johnson Abilene
3 Brothers,
Francis Vinduska Pensacola, FL
David Vinduska Randolph
Jerry Vinduska Abilene
Fiancé,
Denny Garver Abilene
Nieces and Nephews
Funeral services will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, April 26th, at the Danner Funeral Home with Pastor Carson Johnson officiating. Interment will follow in the Abilene Cemetery. A Rosary will be recited 5:00 PM Monday, April 25th, at the Danner Funeral Home with visitation following until 6:30. Jane suggested memorial contributions in her name be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. They may be left at or sent in care of the Danner Funeral Home POB 758 Abilene, Kansas 67410.
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A. Margaret Etzold, 96, of McPherson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 21, 2016, at The Cedars, McPherson. She had worked for Haury & Haury CPA Firm and Harry Weelborg’s Law Office. She also was co-owner and operator of City Cycle Shop in McPherson.
Margaret was born on November 24, 1919, near Windom, KS, the daughter of Adolph and Anna Johanna (Modig) Lindquist. She graduated from McPherson High School. On May 29, 1957, Margaret was united in marriage to Edgar W. Etzold in McPherson, KS. He preceded her in death on June 4, 2011.
She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church and WELCA. She was also past president of the Business & Professional Women’s Club.
Survivors include numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, Arvid Lindquist and Martin Lindquist; and sisters, Esther Nelson, Edla Kramer, Helen Peterson, and Hilda Sawyer.
The memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, April 25, 2016, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tim Leaf officiating. The graveside service will be at 9:30 AM, Monday, at McPherson Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 24, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Stockham Family Funeral Home.
Memorial donations may be given to Trinity Lutheran Church or The Cedars in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.