Kay Marie Schmittou
Nov 9, 2026
Kay Marie Schmittou, born August 2nd, 1951 originally from Niles, Michigan, lived a life marked by kindness, resilience, friendship, and a wonderful sense of humor.
Her life took her beyond Michigan, including four years spent living in Germany, before she eventually settled in Junction City, Kansas, in 1983. She dedicated her professional life to federal civil service, a career that reflected...
Judith Anne White
Nov 9, 2026
Judith Ann White, 75, of Junction City, Kansas passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Judith was born on November 15, 1950, in Tacoma, Washington at Fort Lewis to George and Helen Norris.
Judy spent her working years between the Sheriff’s Department, the Municipal Court, and finally the Police Department before retiring.
Judy is survived by her children William...
Hermine H. Joseph
Nov 6, 2026
Hermine Joseph, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, and cousin peacefully departed this world on November 6, 2026. Born on May 15, 1951, in the beautiful Republic of Palau, Hermine was a beacon of love and joy to all who had the privilege of knowing her.Hermine was the cherished daughter of Baerdong Ngirakereel and Andres Techur, later was...
Rev. James "Jim" L. Hagemeister
Nov 6, 2026
Reverend James "Jim" L. Hagemeister passed away on November 6, 2026 at the age of 90 after a brief battle with cancer. Jim was born on October 16, 1936 to parents Herman and Dorothy Hagemeister in St. Peter, Minnesota.
Jim married the love of his life, Betty Kappers, on June 21, 1958 in Spring Valley, Minnesota. They had four children together,...
SFC (RET) Joe Nathan Cain
Oct 30, 2026
Joe Nathan Cain, 93, passed away at home on October 30, 2026. He was born on September 8, 1933, to Luther and Dona Cain. His family remembers him for how hard he worked, how faithfully he served his country, and how deeply he loved his wife and family.
Joe completed the eighth grade before leaving school to help support his family....
MSG (RET) Jeffery Lynn Trotter
Oct 30, 2026
MSG Jeffery Lynn Trotter, age 66, went home to be with the Lord on October 30, 2026. A beloved son, brother, and friend, Jeff will be remembered for his big heart. Jeff was a proud retired Army Master Sergeant (24 yrs), serving in Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan. He loved serving this country and all his fellow soldiers.
Jeff is survived by...
William MacArthur Bratton Sr.
Oct 26, 2026
William "Bill" MacArthur Bratton Sr. passed away on October 26, 2026 at the age of 84 in Pratt, Kansas surrounded by family and loved ones. Bill was born on August 3, 1942 in Townsend, Delaware to Abraham and Mildred (Gonize). Early in life, Bill's parents passed away and Roy "Sonny" and Ann Collier fostered him, with their son Michael "Mike"...
Edward Richard Kozlowski, Jr.
Oct 25, 2026
Edward Richard Kozlowski, Jr. of Chapman, Kansas, died Sunday, October 25, 2026 at St. Francis Hospital in Wichita, Kansas surrounded by his loving family.
Ed was born April 4, 1955 in Crailsheim, Germany the son of Edward and Lore (Schauer) Kozlowski, Sr.
Ed served in the United States Army for eight years and was honorably discharged. After being discharged from the Army,...
Thomas Lee Davis
Oct 22, 2026
Thomas Lee Davis passed away on October 22, 2026 at the age of 78 in Junction City, Kansas.
Thomas joined the United States Army in 1967 and served as a Food Service Specialist throughout the Vietnam War and after until his retirement in 1988. After his retirement he became the caregiver for his wife Ki Yon Davis, whom he is survived...
Jane Ann Cleveland
Oct 18, 2026
Jane Lichtenhan Cleveland, 67, of Junction City, Kansas passed away on October 18, 2026. A visitation will be held Friday, November 6th from 5:00-6:30pm, at Johnson and Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home, 203 N. Washington Street, Junction City, Kansas with a recitation of the rosary to begin at 6:30pm.
A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 am, on November 7th, 2026 at...
Billy Martin
Oct 14, 2026
Billy Martin passed away on October 14, 2026, at the age of 94.
Born on December 7, 1931, Billy lived a long life marked by service, devotion to family, and a deep appreciation for simple joys. He initially joined the Army in 1948 and retired in 1976. During his military career, he served as a tanker in both Vietnam and Germany....
Shelia D. Cartwright
Oct 7, 2026
Shelia D. Cartwright passed away on October 7, 2026 at the age of 73 at the Salina Regional Hospital in Salina, Kansas.
Shelia Cartwright, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother and cherished friend, was born on November 4, 1952 in Concordia, Kansas to the late August and Nellie Engstrom. She was raised in a home filled with love and laughter alongside her...
Marcella Williams
Oct 6, 2026
Marcella Williams, 73, of Junction City, Kansas died on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Marcella was born December 7, 1952, in Cleveland, Ohio the daughter of Willie B. and Veola (Crowder) Smith.
Marcella served in the United States Army. She later worked for Foot Locker in Junction City, Kansas and Irwin Army Community Hospital at...
Carol Lynn Armitage
Oct 4, 2026
Carol Lynn Armitage passed away on October 4, 2026 in Junction City, Kansas surrounded by her loving family. Carol was born to Donald and Audrey Weisenberger on January 8, 1944 in Easton, Pennsylvania.
Carol married her first husband Lewis F. Stevenson on April 2, 1961 in Easton, Pennsylvania. Together they had two beautiful daughters Rhonda and LynnAnn. Carol met her second...
Kathy Williams
Sep 30, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we share that Kathy L. Williams, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 71. Kathy was born to Robert and Vivien McIntosh on September 5, 1955. A loving, selfless, and devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, grandmother, and friend, she will be dearly missed.
Kathy graduated from Clovis High School in...
Grady White, Jr.
Sep 22, 2026
Grady White Jr., 64, Junction City, Kansas died Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at his home in Junction City, Kansas.
Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at the Westside Tabernacle, 908 Grant Avenue, Junction City, Kansas, on Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.
Grady was born August 10, 1962, in Morton, Mississippi the son of Grady White,...
Norman Thomas Wayne Brown
Sep 22, 2026
Norman Thomas Wayne Brown, 90, Green, Kansas, died Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at Tallgrass Healthcare Campus in Junction City, Kansas.
Cremation will take place. A memorial service to honor Mr. Brown will be 11:30 a.m. Monday, October 19, 2026 at the Johnson and Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home in Junction City. Pastor Tommy Brown and Pastor Jimmy Brown will officiate. A graveside service...
Barbara K. Kennedy
Sep 21, 2026
Barbara Kay (nee: Story) Kennedy, 78, passed away on Monday, September 21, 2026 at Mason Health Care Center in Mason, Ohio.
She was born on June 26, 1948 to Virgil and Edna (nee: Beatty) Story in Springfield, Ohio. Barbara had a deep love for music and could beautifully play the piano by ear. She enjoyed traveling, discovering new places, and sharing...
Mildred Geraldine "Geri" Smith
Sep 18, 2026
Mildred Geraldine "Geri" Smith passed away on September 18, 2026, just four days after her 90th birthday. Geri was born on September 14, 1936 in Nevada, Missouri to James Howard and Mildred Josephine Smith.
Geri served in the Army National Guard for 21 years until her retirement in 1996. While serving she worked civil service on Fort Riley and continued to...
