The Hugoton Hermes
September 8, 2016
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Obituaries Nina Gooch Longtime Hugoton resident Nina Gooch went to be with her Lord Jesus Thursday, September 1, 2016 at the age of 79. Mrs. Gooch passed away at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton where she resided for only two and a half weeks, after battling for more than three years with lung infections and pneumonia.
Nina was born January 5, 1937 in Hutchinson. Her parents were Oscar and Mayme Krisle. Nina was one of three children, a twin brother Norman and an older brother Kenneth. The Krisle family relocated to Fowler, where Nina graduated from Fowler High School in 1955. She continued her education with two years at Fort Hays State University. She was an above average student in high school and was very active in school activities such as band, chorus, co-editor of yearbook, and Basketball Queen her Senior year. After her high school graduation, her family moved to northern Stevens County and was engaged in farming. May 7, 1960 she was married to James L. Gooch of Hugoton. She was a blessed mother to four children, Kyle, Cary, Steven and Amy. Nina was deeply involved in her children’s youthful activities .. Little League, 4-H, dance classes, music lessons and high school sports and activities. Early in their married life, Jim and Nina became very active in the worship and activities of First Christian Church to which they belonged. Nina enjoyed being involved in Sunday Bible class, Women’s Circles, Vacation Bible School, midweek Bible study groups, Encouragement Ministries and bereavement dinners, to name a few. Her talent in decorating and remodeling was put to good use in many areas of the church building. Nina and husband Jim were also involved for a number of years as co-sponsors to the high school youth group ski trips. They also enjoyed the skiing as a family activity. Their home was always open to host visiting missionaries,
music groups and special speakers associated with the church. Nina developed a special passion and discovered a calling for befriending and ministering to various widows in the community and cherished the friendship and bond she formed with them. Nina was also a member of the Pollyanna’s in Hugoton for several years. Mrs. Gooch’s preferred roles were wife and homemaker. She was an accomplished cook and seamstress. Early in her married life, she sewed for her family and later in life, Nina did alterations for Janet’s Bridal and Boutique for a number of years as well as for individuals in the community. She also enjoyed a brief employment at the TriState Credit Union after her kids were grown. Nina was preceded in death by her parents Oscar and Mayme Krisle; her twin brother Norman Krisle; and her sister-in-law Bonnie Krisle (Rowden). Survivors include her husband Jim of the home; her older brother Kenneth of Lemmon, S.D.; sons Kyle and wife Jamie and Cary and wife Linda, all of Hugoton and Steven of Wichita; daughter Amy Mason of Hugoton; grandchildren, Holly and husband Josh of Hugoton, Jeremy and wife Crystal of Loveland, Co., Megan Rohrer and husband Clayton of Buffalo, Ok., Rebecca Hodgson and husband, Sage of Mooreland, Ok., Quinn Mason of Albuquerque, N. M., Brian Gooch of Hugoton, Kale Mason of Albuquerque and Seth Mason of Hugoton; her great grandchildren, Toby, Clayton and Alivia Grubbs of Hugoton, Lily Anna and Jeremy Landis of Loveland, Jack Rohrer of Buffalo and Sage Hodgson of Mooreland; and numerous nieces and nephews, all whom she loved and adored. Nina had made the decision to have her body donated to the Kansas University School of Medicine. A memorial service honoring Nina will take place at the Hugoton First Christian Church Saturday, September 10 at 10:00 am. The family suggests in lieu of flowers, memorials be given to First Christian Church or Pheasant Heaven Charities or your individual preference in care of Pauls-Robson Funeral Home. Nina was an exceedingly loving, compassionate, friendly individual who had a way of making people feel at ease in her presence. She was loved by all who knew her and will be greatly missed.
Patrick Cruth Lifelong Hugoton resident Patrick Cruth passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016 in Hugoton. He was 59.
Pat was the beloved son of the late Milford Cruth and Martha Louise (Barnes) Cruth of Lafayette, Louisiana. He was born in Hugoton May 2, 1957. Pat grew up in Hugoton and graduated from Hugoton High School. He furthered his education by attending Liberal Area Vo-Tech, then drove truck cross-country. Pat and Ron Heger owned and operated Wild West Transportation for many years, he then drove a truck for Dillco Fluid Services. Pat worked for Paramount Service and Supply Company as a parts manager, which he loved. Mr. Cruth was a very active and devoted member of The Dust Bowl Riders, and was always willing to lend a hand. He loved his motorcycles and working on them in his shop,
Ivan Perkins Lifelong Rolla resident Ivan LeRoy Perkins passed from this life Friday, September 2, 2016 in rural Morton County at the age of 71.
Ivan was born February 14, 1945 in Rolla, the son of LeRoy Thomas Perkins and the former Bessie Millemon. Ivan grew up in Rolla and graduated from Rolla High School; he then continued his education at Garden City Community College. Ivan served in the United States Army as a Military Policeman and dog trainer. He was a farmer and also custom farmed and harvested. As a
Jarrel Sewell Word has been received of the death of Jarrel Sewell. Mr. Sewell left this Earth to go be in the arms of his Savior Jesus Christ, Thursday, September 1, 2016 at his home in Kingwood, Tx. Born in Thatcher, Az. December 19, 1939, he was the son of John Franklin Sewell and Billie Hood Sewell. Jarrel attended high school in Moscow where he graduated and then married Shirley Wilson September 22, 1958 in Clayton, N.M. Jarrel and Shirley made their home in Moscow and raised their three children God blessed them with, Mike, Brent and Lynn. Mr. Sewell worked for Spikes, Inc. as a manager. Jarrel and Shirley then moved to Liberal where Jarrel was the manager of Cargill Grain in Liberal. He later transferred to Plainview, Tx. to be the manager of Cargill Grain at Plainview and Hart,
Tx. for many years until his retirement. Jarrel loved spending time with the true loves of his life: Shirley, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jarrel also loved sharing his faith with others by visiting hospitals and praying with the patients. Jarrel is survived by his wife Shirley; his sons, Michael Ray Sewell and wife Elsy of
Bikestreet Bikeworks. Pat was a devoted and faithful dad. He loved his girls and was always there for them. He was a proud and doting Papa to his grandson. Survivors include his mother Martha Cruth of Lafayette, La.; brother Jim Cruth and wife Judy of Crowley, La.; sister, Pamela Chaffin and husband Bert of Buhler; his daughters, Destinie Murray, Kasaundra Miles and Raylene Pierce, all of Hugoton; grandson Caleb Murray; aunts and uncles, Donna and Leonard Barnes of Dodge City and Lawrence and Bernice Barnes of Ellinwood; his many cousins, Tom and David, Jim and Joe, Jill Klyne, Audrey and Amanda Barnes, and Cruth cousins, Steve of Ulysses, Connie and Judy of Oklahoma City, Ok. and Lynn and Dianna of Austin, Tx.; and his nieces, Sara Cruth, Angie Weesner and Adriann Baldwin. Patrick was preceded in death by his father Milford; and his grandparents, Nelson and Clara Cruth and Jim and Inez Barnes. Memorial service is planned for later in the spring in the Colorado Mountains. Memorial contributions may be given to the Dust Bowl Riders in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 423 S Main, Hugoton, Ks 67951. Garnand Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Magnolia, Tx. and Jarrel Lynn Sewell and wife Joycie of Liberal; his grandchildren, Michael B. Sewell, Jamee Sewell Perez and husband Josh, Joshua Sewell and Chrissy and Jon Bailey; great grandchildren, Weston, Cami, Caiden, Braden, Johnathan and Ethan; his brothers, Melvin Sewell and wife Sandy, Gary Sewell and wife Susan and Maurice Sewell and wife Carol; his sister Sharon Johnson; and his many nieces and nephews. Mr. Sewell was preceded in death by his parents John and Billie; his beloved son Steven Brent Sewell; and brothers, Franklin Sewell and Verlin Sewell. Cremation has taken place and burial plans will be announced at a later date. Condolences and memorials may be mailed to Shirley Sewell, 4523 Echo Falls Drive, Kingwood, Tx. 77345.
mechanic, Ivan liked to restore old cars and farm equipment. In 1982 Ivan married Janet McCarty in Liberal. He is survived by his wife Janet of their home; daughters, Crystal Perkins of Texas and Paula Perkins of Colorado; his brother Calvin Perkins of Rolla; sister Sharon Robertson of Garden City; and grandson Evan Perkins. Ivan was preceded in death by his father LeRoy Perkins; and mother Bessie McCalip. Memorial services will be Thursday, September 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the Emmanuel Baptist Church in Rolla with Pastor Marcus Light officiating. Military Rites will be conducted by the Kansas Military Funeral Honors team. Inurnment will be at a later date. Memorials may be given to Rolla Hope in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 423 S. Main, Hugoton, Ks. 67951.
Stevens County Fire Department and Ambulance Report Stevens County Emergency Services run activity August 29 through September 4. Fire Department Monday, August 29, 9:42 pm, called out to Highway 25 south, just across the state line for a field fire. Wednesday, August 31, 1:48 pm dispatched to 1711 South Main for a fire alarm activated. It was a false alarm. Saturday, September 3, 9:34 pm sent to Highway 56 and Road Y for a motor vehicle accident. Sunday, September 4, 9:02 am, dispatched to 1108 South Main for a fire alarm activated which turned out to be a false alarm. Ambulance Activity Three medical runs, three transfers, one motor vehicle accident and one football standby.
Peter “Pete” Schauf Death has claimed the life of Peter LeRoy “Pete” Schauf. Mr. Schauf, 77, passed away Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at Meade District Hospital in Meade.
Born August 4, 1939 in Conway Springs, he was the son of Leo Schauf and the former Pauline Becker. In 1957 he moved briefly to Great Bend and then moved to Liberal in February 1958. Pete had worked as a truck driver for Magabar Mud Company, Collingwood Grain and Groendyke Transport, Inc. He was the owner of Mid States Diesel Service in Liberal for 42 years, closing for retirement in December of 2014. He was a member of Fellowship Baptist Church and the Ambassador Sunday School Class. February 1, 1964, Pete married Marilyn Patton and divorced in 1984. March 20, 1999, he married Darla Burrows in Liberal. She survives. Other survivors include
daughters Alesia Schauf of Lenexa, Tosha Hokrein of Augusta, Ga., Larissa and Abel Solis of Mission, Tx., Shauna and James Allen of Ozawkie, Amanda and Jeremy Smith of Lubbock, Tx. and Alicia and Chuck Rawlins of Tyrone, Ok.; sisters Marcella Leppke of Wichita, and Maxine and Paul Henning of Kaufman, Tx.; his 14 grandchildren, AJ and Samantha Solis of Rogers, Ar., Ashley Solis of Las Vegas, Nv., Shanae Solis and Trista Solis of Mission, Tx., Hannah, Heath and Hayden Allen of Ozawkie, Jadan Hokrein of Augusta, Ga., Caleb Smith and Aubrey Smith of Lubbock, Tx. and Chloe, Emily, Erin and Adan Rawlins of Tyrone, Ok.; and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Schauf was preceded in death by his parents; seven brothers; and three sisters. Funeral services were attended Saturday, September 3 at Fellowship Baptist Church with Pastor Bill Prater, Rev. Roy Meksch and Rev. AJ Solis presiding. Burial followed at Restlawn Cemetery in Liberal. Memorial contributions may be sent to Fellowship Baptist Church or Health Watch Health Care of Liberal in care of Brenneman Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901. Brenneman Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Peggy Holt The death of Peggy Holt of Wichita has been learned. Mrs. Holt left this world at her home, Tuesday, August 30, 2016 at the age of 88, surrounded by her three loving daughters.
Peggy lived in Rural Seward County until moving to Liberal in October of 1984. She moved to Wichita in 2002 to be near her family. She was born February 12, 1928 to Riffe Wesley and the former Hazel Lowry in Tyrone, Ok. where she graduated from Tyrone High School. January 12, 1947 Peggy married Bill Holt in Liberal. Mrs. Holt was a member of the First Baptist Church in Liberal and a former member of the General Federation of Women’s Club in Moscow as well as a member of the Hugo-
ton China Palettes Club. Survivors are daughters Connie Holt of Austin, Tx., Rhonda Holt of Wichita and Marla Branch and husband Keith of Seattle, Wa.; two granddaughters, Allegra Joyce Branch and Alexa Grace Branch all of Seattle, Wa.; her brother Bill Wesley of Wickenburg, Az.; sister-in-law Pat Wesley of Liberal; stepsister Dorothy Saffeels of Arvada, Co.; and many special other relatives, nieces, nephews and the cherished friendship of many friends. Peggy is preceded in death by her husband Bill Holt who passed away March 26, 1996; her parents; and her brother Bob Wesley. Graveside services were attended at Restlawn Cemetery in Liberal, Saturday, September 3 with Pastor Gregg Turpin presiding. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to The America Heart Association or the Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, Ks 67202 or in care of Brenneman Funeral Home, 1212 West Second, Liberal, Ks 67901. Brenneman Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.brennemanfuneral home.com
HUGOTON POLICE REPORT Business Hours, Call 544-4959 After Hours, Call 544-2020 Tuesday, August 30, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of South Madison, Citizen Assist, Officer Lamatsch • Dog at Large, Returned to Owner, Officer Lamatsch • Business Checks, Officer Fedelin Wednesday, August 31, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 900 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • RP of Chipped Window, 100 Block of West Ninth, Officer Hagman • Welfare Check, Unable to Locate Subject, Officer Hagman • Welfare Check, Made Contact with Subject, Officer Hagman Thursday, September 1, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Hagman • Domestic (Not Physical), Subject Stayed Elsewhere, Officer Crane • Bicycle Found, 100 Block of South Main, Took Bike to Police Department, Officer Crane • Funeral Escort, Sergeant Johnson/
Officer Fedelin Friday, September 2, 2016 • Theft, 500 Block of West Eleventh, Took Report, Officer Fedelin • Civil Standby, 800 Block of South Madison, Subject Wasn’t There, Officer Fedelin Saturday, September 3, 2016 • Vehicle Unlock, 1000 Block of East Eleventh, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 400 Block of South Jefferson, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 600 Block of South Van Buren, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Dog at Large, 600 Block of South Washington, Dog Impounded, Officer Fedelin Monday, September 5, 2016 • Fire Alarm, 1000 Block of South Main, All Okay, Officer Fedelin • Vehicle Unlock, 100 Block of South Main, Citizen Assist, Officer Fedelin • Theft, 800 Block of South Madison, Took Report, Officer Lamatsch