Obituaries

Larry Salmans

Larry was born in Shamrock, Texas, and raised in Hanston, Kansas. He married the love of his life, Marilyn Miller, in 1959 and together they raised five children: Suzanne, Mark, Scott, Brent, and Jason.

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Joyce D. Dechant

Joyce D. Dechant, 65, Hays, died Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Diversicare of Larned. She was born May 8, 1956 in Hays, the daughter of Alfred W. “Fritz” and Dorothy (Honas) Dechant. Joyce was a 1974 graduate of Marian High School and she received an Associate Degree in Data Processing in 1985 and a Bachelor’s Degree in General Studies in 2011, both from Fort Hays State University. She was a licensed cosmetologist and worked as an administrative specialist in the Nursing Department at Fort Hays State University for over 23 years. She was a member of St. Nicholas of Myra Catholic Church, the pinochle club, enjoyed flower gardening and the outdoors, and was a lifelong learner. Joyce cherished her family and friends and was a devoted daughter, thoughtful sister, caring aunt, and loyal friend. Survivors include her mother:

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Randal ”Randy” Ames Olson

R a n d a l “Randy” Ames Olson went to his heavenly home on January 29, 2022 at Medical City Hospital in Arlington, Texas at the age of 68. Randy was born on October 11, 1953 in Atwood, Kansas to Alden “Hank” and Macalene (Barnhart) Olson. Both preceded him in death.

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Joyce D. Dechant

Joyce D. Dechant, 65, Hays, died Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at Diversicare of Larned. She was born May 8, 1956 in Hays, the daughter of Alfred W. “Fritz” and Dorothy…

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LaVern G. Meier

LaVern G. Meier, 88, died Thursday, January 27, 2022. Rosary will be at 4:30pm, Sunday, February 6, 2022, Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Monday, February 7, 2022, both…

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