Donald R Printy
Nov 13, 2025
Donald R. Printy, affectionately known as Don, passed away on November 13, 2025, in Manhattan, Kansas, at the age of 85. Born on April 3, 1940, in St. Louis, Missouri, Don lived his life with a deep appreciation for the comforts of home and the joy of family.
Don found great happiness in his marriage to Barbara Printy, whom he wed...
Cynthia Marie Hagerty
Nov 12, 2025
Cynthia Marie Hagerty, affectionately known as Cindy, was born on May 5, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She departed this life on November 12, 2025, in Junction City, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unforgettable memories.
Cindy was a dedicated military spouse for 20 years and later embraced the role of a police officer's spouse for another 20 years....
Perry Martin
Nov 10, 2025
Perry Martin, born on August 7, 1960, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away on November 10, 2025. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Perry was married to his high school sweetheart, Cheryl Diane Jolley, on August 11, 1979, in Millbourne, Pennsylvania. Their enduring love was frequently mentioned as one of his proudest accomplishments, alongside the joy he...
Cheryl Diane Martin
Nov 10, 2025
Cheryl Diane Martin, born on December 27, 1961, in Cambridge, Maryland, passed away on November 10, 2025. She married her high school sweetheart, Perry Martin, on August 11, 1979, in Millbourne, Pennsylvania.
Cheryl's life was marked by her deep love and support for her family. She was an inspiring mother to her sons, Gabe (Ellen) Martin and Perry Martin, and a...
Joy M. O'Connell
2025
Joy M. O'Connell, 85, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born in October, 1940, in Rockaway Beach, New York, and spent her life nurturing those around her with warmth and kindness.
Joy dedicated eighteen years of her life as a daycare provider at...
Larry Cyphers
Nov 6, 2025
Larry W. Cyphers, 81, of Junction City, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at his home. Cremation will take place. No services are planned.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to be given to the Good Shepherd Foundation 3801 Vanesta Drive Manhattan, Kansas 66503 or to the First United Methodist Church 804 N. Jefferson Street Junction City,...
Linda Jaramillo Evans
Nov 5, 2025
Linda Jaramillo Evans, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully November 5, 2025, in Manhattan, Kansas. Born on August 7, 1949, in San Bernardino, California, Linda lived a life filled with warmth, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to her family.
Linda's journey through life began in the vibrant atmosphere of San Bernardino, where her caring nature and ability...
Betty J. Hakala
Nov 5, 2025
Betty J. Hakala, a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on November 5, 2025, in Junction City, Kansas, at the age of 91. Born on December 10, 1933, in Plattville, Wisconsin, as one of six children to Axel and Mabel Nelson.
Betty married Edward Hakala on May 31, 1952, in Brantwood, Wisconsin. They spent many summers at Brantwood Co-op Park, where...
David E. Ferris
Nov 5, 2025
David E. Ferris, 81, passed away peacefully in his hometown of Junction City, Kansas, on November 5, 2025. Born on June 13, 1944, David dedicated over 30 years of his life as a taxi driver with the Yellow Cab Taxi Company, where he had the opportunity to meet a multitude of interesting people. He was known for his ability to...
Elden Sailas
Oct 31, 2025
Elden Sailas, affectionately known as "Uncle Lele," passed away on November 1, 2025, at the age of 48. Born on October 15, 1977, in Pohnpei, Micronesia, Elden was a beloved family man whose spirit and warmth touched the lives of many around him. He possessed an ability to bring joy and laughter with his charmingly ornery personality, often managing to...
Charlene Ruth Caspar
Oct 30, 2025
Charlene Caspar passed away on October 30, 2025 at the age of 92 in Junction City, Kansas. She was born to her parents Hubert and Agnes Caspar on December 15, 1932 in Junction City, Kansas.
Charlene received an associates degree in chemistry and pursued that as her career. She lived in multiple states throughout her life and was awarded the title...
Charles F. Horner
Oct 24, 2025
A memorial service for Charles (Charlie) Franklin Horner, 85, Chapman, KS, will be held at 10am Saturday, November 1, 2025, at Johnson & Mass-Hinitt Funeral Home in Junction City, followed by 3pm graveside services and interment at Green Valley Cemetery in rural Sedgwick County. The family will greet friends and family from 4-6pm on Thursday, October 30, at the funeral...
Rita Hilda Jenkins
Oct 24, 2025
Rita "Oma" Hilda Jenkins, a loving mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away on October 24, 2025, in Junction City, Kansas, at the age of 91. Born in Stangenroth, Germany, on March 24, 1934, she was a beacon of love and compassion whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her.
Rita married her husband, Walter, on June 19,...
Lucas Matthew Montgomery
Oct 21, 2025
Lucas Matthew Montgomery, a vibrant spirit who graced this world with his presence for nine years passed away on October 21, 2025. Born on June 27, 2016, Lucas was an embodiment of joy and compassion, leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met. Outgoing and full of life, he never met a stranger, his big heart and infectious laughter drawing...
Gregory Lynn Hetzler
Oct 20, 2025
A man of strong national pride, sincere love of family, and deep personal faith in Jesus Christ, our older brother Greg Hetzler was a highly valued neighbor, co-worker, friend, and brother.
A proud alum of Kansas State University, upon graduation Greg received a commission in the United States Air Force. He served overseas in Thailand and Okinawa before returning to the...
Betty Waters
Oct 20, 2025
Betty Ann (Rolfs) Waters, 98, passed away peacefully on the evening of October 20, 2025.
Betty was a lifelong resident of Junction City and an active member of the First Presbyterian Church. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother. Betty had a keen mind and a gracious heart, loved singing in the Presbyterian Church Choir, being active in...
Phillip James Foust
Oct 15, 2025
Phillip James Foust, fondly known as Phil, was born on November 9, 1935, in Cedar Vale, Kansas. He passed away on October 15, 2025, in Junction City, Kansas.
Phil enjoyed a distinguished 34-year career in the banking industry, showcasing his dedication and expertise in finance. His educational background includes graduating from the School of Banking at the University of Wisconsin, an...
Command Sergeant Major (RET) Nathaniel Hopkins
Oct 14, 2025
Command Sergeant Major (RET) Nathaniel Hopkins, affectionately known as Nate, passed away on October 14, 2025, at the age of 70 in Junction City, Kansas. Born on November 9, 1954, in Lewes, Delaware, Nate dedicated his life to serving others both in his military career and in his community.
Nate enlisted in the United States Army in 1976, rising to the...
Lawrence R Young
Oct 12, 2025
Lawrence R Young, born on June 7, 1948, departed this life on October 12, 2025, at the age of 77. He leaves behind a legacy of dedication to education, love for family, and a profound respect for nature. Lawrence devoted 35 years of his life to teaching various branches of science in the Junction City area, where he inspired countless...
Gladys Cafferty
Oct 11, 2025
Gladys E. Cafferty passed away on the morning of October 11th at the age of 90. Her final years were spent in her daughter’s loving and capable care, surrounded by as much family as time, distance, and health would allow.
She joins her husband, Daryl Cafferty, who passed 43 years prior, her parents, four of her brothers – Mac, Lovett, Paul,...
