John David Massoni, 89 passed away on January 5, 2024, in Opelousas, Louisana. He is survived by his children, Michael Massoni and his wife Alexes, Daniel Massoni and his wife Pamela, Sherrida Massoni Dohner and her husband Daniel, and his son Matthew Massoni. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 57 years, ...

Rosina Timmons, 75, of Liberal, passed away early Sunday morning March 24, 2024 at her home She was born on February 20, 1949 to Elfigo and Maria (Madrid) Sandoval at Aurora, NM. On April 13, 1994 she married Juan Aguilar in Liberal, KS; he survives. There will be no public viewing as cremation has taken place. A Family Held Celebration of Life will be held at a later date....

After an amazing and full life, Marcelino “Chelino” Alvarez, age 90, died Saturday, March 23, 2024, at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City, Kansas. He was born on November 23, 1933, in Mexico, the son of Udelio Alvarez and Antonia Ibarra. Marcelino dedicated 28 years of his life to working as an equipment operator for J&R Sand, showcasing dedication and commitment in his career. He was...

Virginia Lee (McGillvray) Roberts, born on September 27, 1922, in Rural Stanton County near Johnson, Kansas, peacefully passed away on March 21, 2024, at Pioneer Manor in Hugoton, Kansas. She was the beloved wife of the late Marvin Roberts. She was the eldest of six siblings of George H and Ora G McGillivray. She attended Ulysses Unified School District and graduated from Ulysses High ...

Carla Jean Curtis, 66, of Liberal, passed away on Sunday March 24, 2024 at Southwest Medical Center. She was born on December 16, 1957 to Howard and Dorothy (Sarchet) King at Scott City, KS. On May 2, 1987 she married David Curtis, he preceded her in death on September 19, 2020. Carla was a graduate of Scott City High School; class of 1976. Carla worked as a bookkeeper for Pizza Hut. ...

Jon C. Long, age 69, died tragically Monday, March 18, 2024, in a truck accident in Tularosa, New Mexico. He was born August 9, 1954, in Sevastopol, Wisconsin, the son of Donald G. Sr. and Ruby Ann (Jarman) Long. Jon grew up in Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, and graduated in 1972 from West De Pere High School. He received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin Green Bay. Jon ser...

Juanita Grant, 91, of Liberal, passed away on Thursday March 21, 2024 at Wheatridge Care Park. Juanita Iris Southern was born April 21, 1932, in Hooker, Oklahoma, to Chester and Iris (Mendenhall) Southern. She attended Eureka School at Baker, Oklahoma, and graduated in1949. While in school at Baker, she met the love of her life, Chester L. Grant, known as Chet. She waited for him for four ye...

Patrick George Talbert, known affectionately as "Cat," has taken his final ride into the sunset on March 20, 2024, in Hugoton, Kansas. Born on April 12, 1950, in Laverne, Oklahoma, to Clyde (Shorty) and Mary Ellen (Stubbs) Talbert, he leaves behind a legacy filled with hard work and honesty that touched the lives of many. In his 44-year career, Patrick was the proud owner of Talbert Trucking an...

Viola Marie Wills, 55, of Turpin, OK passed away on Saturday March 16, 2024 at Southwest Medical Center in Liberal, KS. She was born on June 16, 1968 to Dwain and Rosalea (Blagrave) Mosby at Garden City, KS. Viola loved being outdoors to enjoy the heat; her home always felt like an oven! She was a sweet, caring woman who would do anything for her family. She also enjoyed spending time wit...

Rachel E. Applegate, age 92, died Monday, March 18, 2024, at Hospice House in Hutchinson, Kansas. She was born March 11, 1932, in Garden City, Kansas, the daughter of Lee M. and Dolores (Rodriguez) King.  Rachel grew up in Ulysses. After graduating from high school, she attended college. Rachel married Edwin A. Applegate on November 18, 1961. They raised their family in Ulysses. Her family ...