Augustus James "Gus" Riley, 16, of Liberal, passed away early Sunday, February 23, 2025 near his home. He was born on August 25, 2008 to David and Heidi (Rhine) Riley at Liberal, KS.Gus was a Sophomore at Liberal High School where he excelled in the classroom with many academic achievements. He was an adamant gamer, adventurous, loved animals, exploring, and an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed sno...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leonor Garcia Noblejas. She passed peacefully in her sleep in her daughter’s home on Sunday, February 23, 2025. Leonor was born on April 11, 1942, in Tanauan, Batangas, Philippines, to Francisco Burgos Garcia and Isabel Castillo Garcia. There began the extensive multicultural influences that led to the unique foundation of her life. ...

Dennis Leroy Campbell, 73, a lifelong resident of Hugoton, Kansas passed away Monday, February 24, 2025 at his home. Dennis was born October 14, 1951 to the late Curtis James and Wilma May (Newberry) Campbell in Hugoton, Kansas. Dennis attended Hugoton High School and went to work in the oil and gas field before taking over the “Watering Hole” which over time became “DC’s Private Club” ...

Rodney Dean Ayres, 62-year-old Goodwell, Oklahoma resident, passed away unexpectedly on February 8 th at his home in Goodwell, Oklahoma. We rejoice that he is no longer struggling in this life here on earth and is in the arms of his savior and his loving parents. Rod was born on January 25 th , 1963 in Colorado Springs, CO, to Billy Lavern Ayres and Patsy Allyne Dunn Ayres. At the age of 14, Ro...

Mike Fanning, age 66, died Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the Kearny County Hospital in Lakin. He was born November 20, 1958, in Ulysses, Kanas, the son of Woodrow W. and Margaret Faye (McKinney) Fanning. Mike was a lifetime resident of Grant County and graduated from Lakin High School. He married DeDee Carlock on March 16, 1995, in Fairfield, Texas. Mike was a country boy at heart and love...

Wanda Gail (Alfson) Fischer was born on July 13, 1928 in Morris, Minnesota to Willard and Emma (Singbiel) Alfson and she left her earthly body behind to be with her Savior on February 23, 2025 at the age of 96. Wanda spent her growing up years in Cyrus, Minnesota and helped care for her younger sister. Wanda was married to Frank Brown and children Phillip and Jacque were born to this union. Th...

Steve Lee Tregellas, age 58, son of Dennis and Genevieve (Jan) (Llewellyn)Tregellas, and brother of Tammie Tregellas Boykin; passed away on February 17, 2025, in Elkhart, Kansas. Steve was born on September 27, 1966, in Elkhart, Kansas, where he lived his entire life. He graduated from Elkhart High School in 1985. Steve loved the Denver Broncos and enjoyed the companionship of watching foot...

Danny Earl Brown, 85, of Liberal, passed away on Wednesday February 19, 2025 at the Liberal Good Samaritan Society. He was born on July 25, 1939 to Andrew and Juanita (Short) Brown at Oklahoma City, OK. Danny left Noble, OK at the age of 16 because his school principal insisted that he shave his beard. He came to Liberal and found a job working at a filling station on highway 54. The station o...

With profound sorrow and deep admiration, we remember and celebrate the life of Lindsey Denae Fields, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and a treasured educator, mentor, and friend. Lindsey passed away on January 29, 2025, as one of the victims of American Airlines Flight 5342. Her loss is immeasurable, but the impact she made on the lives of those who knew her will endure forever. Born on July...

Chester "Chet" Nordling, WWII Veteran, age 101, formerly of Liberal, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2025 at the Primrose Retirement Center in Rogers, Arkansas Chet was born May 30, 1923 on a farm in Nekoma, Kansas. He was one of six children. After Chet graduated from high school, he went to work for the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Kansas City, Missouri. At the start of WWII, he w...