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Marcia Genevieve (Collins) Guy, 80, passed away Sunday morning, February 14, 2021, following a hard-fought, six-week battle against COVID-19. A Celebration of Life service will take place on Wednesday, April 28, 2021 at 11:30 am at Fulton Valley Farms, located at 5079 SW Fulton Rd., Towanda, KS 67144. Burial to follow at Sunset Lawns Cemetery. Marcia fought to overcome the virus with the same spirit and faith in which she lived her life. She was joyful, positive, and hopeful. She told us...

Patricia “Patti” Marie (McCoy) Wehry’s life began on December 31, 1953 in El Dorado, KS; the daughter of Herschel and Janice (Wright) McCoy. She attended and graduated from El Dorado High School and was a proud graduate of the 1972 class. Patti was united in marriage to Billy Wehry on October 27, 1973 in El Dorado. Patti enjoyed genealogy and was the family archivist. She loved to knit and made beautiful baby blankets. Patti was a collector of many things and had an eye for...

Darwin Miles Deets was born on the 30th of September, 1959 in Fredonia, Kansas, the fourth of six children born to Max and Marcelyn (née McCoy) Deets. He transitioned from this life into his eternal rest on February 13, 2021. As his father forged a career in the cattle business, Darwin became accustomed to being around cattle and horses early in life, following his family from Buffalo to Fredonia to Arkansas City and then eventually to Beloit, Kansas, where Max helped found the Solomon...

Shirley Jean Burhenn, 87, El Dorado died Thursday, December 3 at El Dorado Care and Rehab. Shirley was born in McPherson, KS on November 4, 1933, seventh child of nine born to Walter and Muriel (Itell) Sisson. She graduated from Great Bend High School in 1951. Shirley married Irvin Burhenn on January 30, 1952 in the Christian Church in Alva OK. They moved to El Dorado in 1959 from Russell, Kansas. Shirley was a member of the First Christian Church in El Dorado for over 55 years and a...

Walter “Danny” Franklin’s life began on January 23, 1953 in Tuscon, AZ; the son of Dale and Geneva (Ellis) Franklin. Danny proudly served his country in the United States Army. He worked hard for his family and had an industrious spirit. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing. His family includes his son Brandon Franklin of Towanda, Emily (Travis) Cornell of El Dorado; grandchildren Trenton and Trey; siblings Randy (Paula) Franklin of Wichita, Patty Smith of Wichita; half-brothers...

Shirley’s life began on September 30, 1942 in Tecumseh, OK; the daughter of Regina and Oakley Andrew. She worked hard for her family and was always on the move. She worked as a local and long haul truck driver for over 40 years. Shirley was united in marriage to Harold “Johnny” Daniels on May 29, 1959 in El Dorado. She enjoyed shopping and the Publisher’s Clearing House. Shirley enjoyed playing bingo and being outside. She also had a passion for the “Price is Right” game show and...

Carol Louise Karlin of Wichita, Kansas passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at the age of 76. Carol was born in Catherine, Kansas on April 14, 1944 to Gilbert and Leoba (Riedel) Karlin. Shortly after graduating high school, Carol met and married her love, Virgil Klaus. They were happily married until February 15, 1999, when Virgil passed away. Her favorite thing to do was walk. If she was walking, she was completely happy. She also enjoyed crocheting, watching the Kansas City Chiefs with...

Lola “Juanita” Holem of Towanda, Kansas went to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the age of 88. Juanita was born in Towanda, Kansas on June 20, 1932 to O. “Glenn” and Mae Williams. After graduating high school, Juanita entered into beauty pageants and in 1950 she became Miss El Dorado. Shortly after, Juanita married her love, Floyd Holem. They remained together from 1952 until his passing in 1999. During her life she helped hundreds of people...

Phillip’s life began on May 24, 1954 in Oelwein, Iowa; the son of LaVern and Lettie “Faye” (Clawson) Leverington. Phillip was united in marriage to Annetta “Ann” Schick on April 13, 1975 in Wichita, KS. He worked hard for his family and perfected a craft working construction specializing in concrete. Phillip enjoyed spending time with his family, attending his children and grandchildren’s sporting events and other activities. Phillip was a jokester and...

Duane’s life began on July 1, 1934 in El Dorado, KS; the son of John and Marcet (Wallace) Dauber. He quit high school and joined the Air Force where he proudly served his country. He worked for several service stations in the El Dorado area. Many people followed Duane from station to station because of his excellent service. He ran the service station at Central and Haverhill for quite some time. Duane was united in marriage to Elva Davis on March 19, 1959 in Miami, OK. Duane went on...