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Tucker Family Band Performs January 12
KS Early Childhood Transition Task Force Final Report Presented
Governor Kelly Announces Release of
Early Childhood Transition Task Force
Final Report
~~Report Analyzes Current Early Childhood Care and Education System, Recommends Unification of Kansas’ Early Childhood Services~~
TOPEKA – Today, the Kansas Early Childhood Transition Task Force (ECTTF), established by Governor Laura Kelly through the first executive order of her second term, presented its final report outlining how the State of Kansas can better serve children and families. The purpose of the Task Force was to examine Kansas’ early childhood system and identify steps the state can take to reduce burdens placed on families, increase accountability for early childhood programs, and eliminate inefficiencies and gaps in service.
“A key component of making Kansas the best state to raise a family is giving our children the strongest possible start to life,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “Thank you to the Early Childhood Transition Task Force members for their hard work, for listening to Kansans across the state this past summer, and for putting together a blueprint for action. Their final report will help me determine the best path forward to make early childhood services more accessible and affordable for all Kansas families.”
The Task Force’s final report, drawing from a series of public input sessions held across the state this past summer, highlights the need to consolidate services to reduce red tape and bureaucratic burdens on families navigating the system. Currently, four different state agencies are involved in providing early childhood services. The report recommends that Kansas unify its “early childhood care and education services into a single state entity.”
“I’m proud to have guided the Early Childhood Transition Task Force through its work this past year, said Sam Huenergardt, Co-Chair of the ECTTF. “Our final recommendation to consolidate Kansas’ early childhood care and education services into one entity would reduce the burden on children and families attempting to navigate the current system. Thank you to Governor Kelly and the Task Force for their dedication to Kansas families and future generations.”
Other recommendations include collecting and sharing data that could improve the provision and accountability of services and providing greater support for families and businesses looking to access or provide child care.
“It has been a true honor to serve as Co-Chair of the Early Childhood Transition Task Force,” said Cornelia Stevens, Co-Chair of the ECTTF. “The group’s commitment to improving systems and processes that will positively impact Kansas children and families was evident in every discussion. The recommendations provided were well thought out and will result in a more efficient and effective system for Kansas children and families.”
Governor Kelly will take the Task Force’s recommendations under advisement and now determine next steps for beginning the process of unifying Kansas’ early childhood services. The Task Force included representatives from business, government, advocacy, and early childhood sectors, as well as members of the Kansas Legislature. The Hunt Institute provided operational support and policy expertise to the Task Force’s efforts.
A full copy of the Task Force’s final report can be found here.
Minutes of the Bourbon County Commission for December 4
December 4, 2023 Monday, 5:30 p.m.
The Bourbon County Commission met in open session with all three Commissioners and the County Clerk present.
Clint Walker, Vance Eden, Mark McCoy, Jason Silvers, Michael Hoyt, Mary Pemberton, Anne Dare, and Rachel Walker were present for some or all of the meeting.
Jim Harris opened the meeting with the flag salute followed by a prayer led by Nelson Blythe.
Clifton made a motion to approve the consent agenda which includes approval of payroll totaling $287,844.75, approval of accounts payable totaling $430,050.06, and approval of minutes from 11/27/23. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
During public comments Clint Walker stated his daughter had an accident near Uniontown and thanked Bourbon County EMS, Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office, and Rural Fire for their quick response to the scene. Mr. Walker also questioned the process of counting provisional ballots. Jennifer Hawkins, County clerk and Election Officer, stated the canvass was published in the newspaper for any of the public who would like to attend and view the process of counting the provisional ballots by the Board of County Canvassers. Due to a three-way-tie for the Mapleton Council race there had to be another meeting of the Board of County Canvassers, which was also published in the newspaper, to determine by lot the winners of that race and to finalize the General Election. Michael Hoyt stated he saw the notices of the meeting of the Board of County Canvassers in the newspaper and did not attend the first meeting, but attended the final meeting where the tie was broken. Mr. Hoyt said he had multiple questions that evening and the County Clerk answered them all and explained processes to him. Mr. Hoyt discussed the Juneteenth holiday and told the Commissioners he felt they were on the cusp of a problem to not observe the Juneteenth holiday. Anne Dare asked about the tax statements and questioned if there was a state statute mandating when they have to be mailed. Patty Love, Treasurer, said she received her numbers late from the Clerk and the statements were mailed on November 30th and by statute they do not have to be mailed until December 15th. Anne stated that no matter who she talks to they always pass the buck. Anne asked for an update on the emergency room. Rob Harrington discussed meetings that have taken place between the Lieutenant Governor’s office, Brad Matkin, himself, and Justin Meeks regarding Timken and how the State is trying to work on a solution to keep them in Fort Scott. Mr. Harrington said the Lieutenant Governor’s office asked for a small committee and that they won’t be able to comment on Facebook, but will come and update the Commissioners as he has information.
Vance Eden, Superintendent of USD 235, met with the Commissioners to ask for a letter of support for a grant they are applying for. Mr. Eden stated this is an 85/15 grant with Covid relief funds through the Department of the Treasury. Mr. Eden stated a few components of the grant are childcare, broadband, and workforce development. Mr. Eden explained the 4-year-old at risk program and stated with the grant they would be able to move to a full day and would have the room in a new facility to accommodate 3 year olds as well. Moving the current fitness room and case management offices for the Southeast Kansas Mental Health Center and Communities in School representatives to the new facility was also discussed. Mr. Eden stated they don’t know an exact dollar amount as they are still working with an architect but estimate the total project being 3 ½- 41/2 million dollars with USD 235’s portion being paid from lease purchase. Clifton made a motion to support USD 235 with their grant opportunity and that all Commissioners sign a letter of support. Nelson seconded the motion with discussion. Nelson questioned not knowing the final cost to be able to state what USD 235’s 15% match would be. Mr. Eden stated the top range would be $600,000 paid over 10 years. Nelson asked if they would be able to do the match without raising taxes and Mr. Eden stated they could. All Commissioners approved the motion and signed the letter of support.
Jim made a motion to move Public Works Department updates to after Justin Meeks on the agenda. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Mary Pemberton questioned the Contribution Agreement with Hinton Creek and stated she was not speaking against the project as she felt there could be great benefits within the county. Mary asked the Commissioners if they would use the PILOT funds from the solar farms to lower taxes. Jim stated he would like to use a percentage but cannot commit to all as it is only for 10 years. Clifton said if he ran and won, he would love to see 60-70% be used to lower the mill levy but they don’t know for sure how much we will receive in PILOT funds. Nelson stated he would love to but hates to commit to something we can’t guarantee. Mary said her main concern is the process and asked if the Commissioners took an active role or if Justin and Rob were the only ones negotiating. Jim stated Clifton was involved in the process. Mary asked if anybody did research on what the PILOT was and Jim stated he fully understood what was going on. Mary stated the contract says it can be in multiple layers at the developer’s discretion and questioned the total of 400 MW. Jim stated it will be 400-600 MW. Mary said she did research and was able to gather numbers from projects in Michigan and that those PILOTS are $2500-$4000 per MW and questioned why we settled for $1500 per MW? Clifton stated they didn’t have to pay us anything that they didn’t even have to notify us they planned on building. Jim agreed and stated that Heartland didn’t let us know they were building a solar farm and that since we aren’t zoned, they don’t have to. Jim thanked Rob and Justin for negotiating since we could have received nothing. Nelson asked Mary if the places with the solar farms in other states she was discussing were zoned. Mary stated she did not check for solar but stated with the wind projects most weren’t zoned. Jim said we could have received nothing but negotiations started at $900 per MW and we were able to get $1500 per MW. Mary asked when Next Era approached about this and Rob stated it was over a year ago.
Susan Walker, CFO, stated it is the time of year that we need to adjust a few budgets and that most are due to revenue coming in over what was anticipated. Susan requested permission to publish in the newspaper a notice for a budget amendment hearing to be held on December 18th at 5:30. Clifton made a motion to allow Susan to publish the budget amendment 2023 notice in the newspaper. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Jennifer Hawkins, County Clerk, presented a letter submitted by the Marmaton Township notifying the Commissioners of the passing of Wilma Graham who was their Treasurer. The Marmaton Township board met and are requesting that Janice Fewins be appointed to fulfill Wilma’s term. Clifton made a motion to appoint Janice Fewins to the Marmaton Township Treasurer to fulfill Wilma Graham’s term. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Justin Meeks requested three executive sessions.
Clifton made a motion to go into a 5-mnute executive session under KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship to include all three Commissioners, Justin Meeks, and Rob Harrington and will return at 6:20. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved. Clifton made a motion to resume normal session at 6:20 with no action. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Nelson made a motion to go into a 15-mnute executive session under KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship to include Commissioners Jim Harris and Nelson Blythe, Justin Meeks, Eric Bailey, and Matt Quick and will return at 6:37. Jim seconded the motion and he and Nelson approved. Clifton Beth abstained. Jim made a motion to resume normal session at 6:37 with action. Nelson seconded the motion and he and Jim approved.
Eric Bailey, Public Works Director, stated he was put on noticed by Mrs. Beth that they would like to us to pull out of the quarry. Eric recommended respecting her wishes of nullifying the contract and pulling out of the quarry. Jim made a motion to accept Eric Bailey’s recommendation to nullify the contract with Beth Quarry. Nelson seconded the motion and he and Jim approved. Clifton abstained.
Clifton made a motion to amend the agenda to allow for a third executive session for Justin Meeks. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Clifton made a motion to go into a 7-mnute executive session under KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the attorney-client relationship to include all three Commissioners, Justin Meeks, Eric Bailey, and Matt Quick and will return at 6:47. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved. Clifton made a motion to resume normal session at 6:47 with no action. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Eric Bailey, Public Works Director, presented the culvert approval form from last month and stated the fuel report will be emailed. Eric presented a risk avoidance grant that KCAMP emailed him. Clifton made a motion to allow Chairman Harris to sign the risk avoidance grant with Eric Bailey. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved. Eric said they are surveying the roads for Blackberry Transmission line to replace electric lines. Eric said they are out taking pictures and that a county employee is with them. Eric stated they are finishing up mowing and hauling rock to some soft spots due to recent moisture. Eric said he and Dustin Hall will be attending the Kansas Association of Counites meeting this week in Wichita and that Chad will be in charge while they are gone.
During Commission comments Jim asked Clifton to give an ER update. Clifton stated the Emergency Room is going to close on December 20th and they are still pursuing every avenue to have and ER but it goes back to licensing issues. Clifton stated the legislatures and the state are aware but there are federal regulations and that there cannot be a stand-alone ER unless 35 miles from the “parent” parent location. The 2020 date for REH may be moved back to 2018 but again goes back to federal regulations. Clifton said they have been in contact with more than one organization. Jim said Clifton has been in contact with those in Washington to try to make things happen. Jim stated we’re working 24/7 to try to make this happen. Clifton agreed and said there are no less than 15 people in the industry working on this on a daily basis. Clifton questioned where the lack of respect has come from regarding public outbursts stating you can’t raise your voice in the stands during meetings in Topeka or you will get kicked out and asked why we allow it. Clifton said he is tired of it and has put up with it for three years. Clifton stated he wouldn’t vote to take away public comments but, in his opinion, you should be asked to leave and not come back in the future. Jim said he gives stiff warning tonight and to sign up for public comments to speak.
Jennifer Hawkins, County Clerk, reminded the Commissioners of the holiday dinner that will be held on Friday. Clifton made a motion that all three Commissioners may attend a holiday dinner for our employees on Friday and no business will be conducted. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
Clifton made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:00. Nelson seconded the motion and all approved.
THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF BOURBON COUNTY, KANSAS
___________________, Chairman
___________________, Commissioner
ATTEST: ___________________, Commissioner
Jennifer Hawkins, Bourbon County Clerk
12-11-2023 Approved Date
REDI Gala Is Planned for December 30
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Obituary of Roy Johnson
Roy Burton Johnson, age 89, a resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed away early Saturday, December 9, 2023, at his home.
He was born February 24, 1934, in Ft. Scott, the son of Hugh W. Johnson and Mary Rebecca Neptune Johnson. Roy graduated from the Ft. Scott High School with the Class of 1953. After high school, Roy served for two years with the United States Army. Following his military service, Roy returned to Ft. Scott and married Letha Shelton on October 27, 1956, at the First Church of God in Ft. Scott.
Roy and Letha lived in Shawnee Mission, Kansas for nine years. They then left the city and purchased a farm six miles west of Ft. Scott where they lived the majority of their married life. Roy ran milk routes for approximately sixteen years and also owned and operated a hardware store and lumberyard in Redfield, Kansas for nine years. Roy later began a career in insurance where he worked as an agent for twenty-five years.
In 2009, Roy and Letha sold their farm and moved into Ft. Scott. Roy was still actively doing insurance work until his retirement in 2016. Throughout his life, Roy has been an active member of the First Church of God where he served as Elder for many years. He was awarded with a Life Elder Certificate in 2016. Roy was also a member of the Redfield Ruritan Club for over fifty years where he served in a variety of capacities including club President, District Governor and Foundation Chairman. He was also a member of the American Legion.
Survivors include his wife of sixty-seven years, Letha of the home; a daughter, Kelly Asbury of Exeter, Missouri; a granddaughter, Kyra Tollen (Dustin) of Battlefield, Missouri and a great-grandson, Biron Roy Tollen.
Roy was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, Olan, Bernard and James Johnson and two sisters, Ruth Lowry and Lois Fritter.
Funeral services will be held at 12:30 P.M. Thursday, December 14th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 P.M. Wednesday at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Memorials are suggested to the Ruritan National Foundation or the First Church of God and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Amended Agenda For The Bourbon County Commission Meeting Today at 5:30 p.m.
Bourbon County Courthouse
210 S. National Ave Fort Scott, KS 66701 Phone: 620-223-3800
Fax: 620-223-5832
Bourbon County, Kansas
Nelson Blythe
1st District Commissioner
Jim Harris, Chairman
2nd District Commissioner
Clifton Beth
3rd District Commissioner
Bourbon County Commission Agenda 210 S. National Ave.
Fort Scott, KS 66701
December 11, 2023 5:30 p.m.
- Call Meeting to Order
- Flag Salute Followed by Prayer
- Approval of Consent Agenda
- Approval of Minutes from 12/4/2023
- Public Comments
- Special Guest-Senator Tim Shallenburger
- Department Updates
- Public Works
- Teri Hulsey, EMS Director- Information for the Community
- Shane Walker-Executive Session KSA 75-4319 (b)(4)
- Commission Comments
- Adjourn Meeting
Executive Session Justifications:
KSA 75-4319 (b)(1) to discuss personnel matters of individual nonelected personnel to protect their privacy.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(2) for consultation with an attorney for the public body or agency which would be deemed privileged in the
attorney-client relationship.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(3) to discuss matters relating to employer/employee negotiations whether or not in consultation with the
representative(s) of the body or agency.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(4) to discuss data relating to financial affairs or trade secrets of corporations, partnerships, trust and individual proprietorships
KSA 75-4319 (b)(6) for the preliminary discussion of the acquisition of real property.
KSA 75-4319 (b)(12) to discuss matters relating to the security measures, if the discussion of such matters at an open meeting
would jeopardize such security measures.
Help Count Birds for Science during the 124th Annual Christmas Bird Count
Fort Scott National Historic Site (park) and Marais Des Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge (refuge) are setting up a trial run for a new Christmas Bird Count “Circle” with the National Audubon Society.
The park and refuge invite birdwatchers to participate in the longest running community science survey, the annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count (CBC).
Saturday, December 16, birders and nature enthusiasts should meet at the park’s Visitor Center in Fort Scott at 7:30 and/or 10 am. No experience is necessary to participate in the count.
Counts will be led by Fort Scott National Historic Site Park Ranger Jessica Nielsen and US Fish and Wildlife Visitor Services Coordinator Nova Clarke.
“Currently, there is no data being collected for the Christmas Bird Count in Bourbon County,” said Jessica Nielsen. “To establish a new count location, the Audubon Society recommends holding a trial count. This event will serve as Fort Scott National Historic Site’s trial run, with staff hoping to establish an official count for 2025.”
This year, the Audubon Christmas Bird Count will mobilize nearly 80,000 volunteer bird counters in more than 2,600 locations across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and Latin America.
The Audubon Christmas Bird Count utilizes the power of volunteers to track the health of bird populations at a scale that scientists could never accomplish alone.
When combined with other surveys such as the Breeding Bird Survey, Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count provides a picture of how the continent’s bird populations have changed in time and space over the past hundred years. The long-term perspective is vital for conservationists. It informs strategies to protect birds, and their habitat, and helps identify environmental issues with implications for people as well. Christmas Bird Count data have been used in more than 300 peer-reviewed articles.
Fort Scott National Historic Site’s, a unit of the National Park Service, exhibit areas and visitor center are open daily from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The park grounds are open daily from a half hour before sunrise until a half hour after sunset.
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Fort Scott Area Community Foundation’s First Annual Match Day Exceeds Expectations
The Fort Scott Area Community Foundation (FSACF) is thrilled to announce the resounding success of its inaugural Match Day, raising an impressive $89,551 for 11 of its community funds.
The community’s response to the new fundraising event was truly incredible. FSACF pledged to match $25,000 in community donations this year, facilitated by a matching grant opportunity from the Patterson Family Foundation. The FSACF funds and organizations involved with the event received a total of $64,551 in community support. This shared generosity and dedication to Bourbon County and the Fort Scott area are set to make a lasting impact on the community!
“We appreciate the strong response from our community members and local businesses,” stated Craig Campbell, President of FSACF. “Their support has allowed us to provide funding for a range of initiatives that address important needs and contribute to the betterment of our community.”
Match Day proceeds will be distributed to:
- Anna Fay Steele Memorial Fund
- Care to Share Cancer Support Group
- First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) of Fort Scott Endowment
- Fort Scott Area Chamber Foundation Fund
- Fort Scott Area Community Foundation General Endowment Fund
- Fort Scott Area Public Parks Endowment
- Pratt & Pauline Irby Endowment
- John Valentine & Patricia Jean Neff Healthcare Fund
- Robert Gordon Steele Memorial Fund
- Shepherd Family Endowment Fund
- Shirley Yeager Animal Friends Foundation
The success of Match Day paves the way for an even more impactful Match Day 2024, slated for December 3rd. FSACF encourages everyone to mark their calendars and join the movement to amplify the power of giving back.
“We sincerely appreciate the trust and generosity extended to the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation,” Campbell remarked. “Working together, we can continue to create a lasting impact on the lives of our friends and neighbors.”
To learn more about the Fort Scott Area Community Foundation and its philanthropic initiatives, please visit FSACF.com!
The Bourbon County Sheriff’s Office Daily Reports December 11
Vote On The New Kansas License Plate Design
Governor Kelly Encourages Kansans to Vote on
New License Plate Design
~~Kansans Can Vote Among 5 Designs Adhering to Law Enforcement Needs through Friday, December 15~~
TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly today shared how Kansans will be able to weigh in on the next State of Kansas license plate. Starting today, Kansans can go to KSPlates.kansas.gov to vote for their favorite plate among five designs created by Mammoth Creative Co., a Kansas-based marketing firm, in partnership with Kansas Tourism. Voting will end at 5 p.m. on Friday, December 15.
“Kansans have offered their thoughts on our state’s next license plate through social media and elsewhere, even sending potential designs to my office. Many of these designs were beautiful, but we’re moving forward with this voting process to ensure law enforcement can easily read the selected license plate and to get safer plates on the streets as soon as possible,” said Governor Laura Kelly. “I encourage Kansans to make their voices heard and am looking forward to announcing the winner next week.”
The five options, while continuing to align with Kansas Tourism’s “To the Stars” branding and the already announced guidelines, incorporate previous public feedback such as a lighter blue on the original proposal, a State of Kansas outline, wheat, and sunflowers. The plate proposals were also chosen because they prioritize public safety. Clear, simple designs enable law enforcement officers and traffic systems to quickly and easily read the license plate number.
“It is critical that Kansans be able to quickly identify a vehicle by its license plate – whether that be when reporting erratic driving behaviors, crashes, or Amber Alerts to law enforcement,” Captain Candice Breshears, Kansas Highway Patrol, said. “Every second counts in an emergency, which is why we appreciate that the backgrounds of these license plates do not interfere with the plate combinations.”
“Legible and high-contrast license plates are important for the Kansas Turnpike and for Kansans when they drive on other toll roads,” Steve Hewitt, CEO of the Kansas Turnpike Authority, said. “Having clear State of Kansas license plates will be crucial in keeping tolls low as we transition to cashless tolling in mid-2024.”
Kansans can vote on their favorite design as many times as they would like until voting closes on Friday. Votes will gauge support for a specific design, though minor aspects of the winning design may change to ensure compliance with production protocols. The selected plate will be announced on Monday, December 18, 2023.
The State of Kansas incurred no additional costs for designing the new license plate options or the voting website; both were covered by existing contracts with Kansas-based firms. The timeline for distributing the new plates will be altered due to the preproduction processes needing to be performed after the new design is selected.
In the meantime, with the help of county treasurer offices, the Kansas Department of Revenue will continue its license plate modernization project as originally scheduled, transitioning embossed plates to the digitally produced license plate process introduced in 2018. The delay of the new design does not halt this process; all plates will continue to be printed with the current design until the new one is selected and printing systems adjusted.
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Obituary of Velma Russell
Velma Jean Russell, age 94, a former resident of Ft. Scott, Kansas, passed peacefully December 6, 2023, at her daughter’s home in Emporia, Kansas. She was born May 17, 1929, in Redfield, Kansas, the daughter of Wesley and Marjorie Reasoner.
In 1938, the family moved to California, near Stockton. They returned to the Midwest nine years later. In 1946, Velma graduated from the Nevada High School in Nevada, Missouri. The following year, she returned to California by train. Her boarding did not go unnoticed by a young sailor returning from leave. He introduced himself somewhere between New Mexico and Arizona. They corresponded while he was at sea, met when they could, and were married on December 18, 1948, in Vallejo, California.
Of all her accomplishments in life, her marriage ot sixty-seven years, and her six children and their families were, by far, her most significant and what she cherished the most. Velma’s faith in Christ sustained and enriched her. She gave her best in whatever she endeavored. She was a wonderful wife, mother and friend. Those who knew her were glad they did.
She is survived by a daughter Jane Gorton (Chris) of Emporia, Kansas and their sons, Nathan, Wyatt and Lucas (Casie); four sons, Paul Russell of Ft. Scott, Kansas, Sam Russell (Debra) of Salina, Kansas and sons, Simeon, Gabriel and Austin; Rod Russell (Rene) of Lee’s Summit, Missouri and their children, Reed, Devon (Ben), and Chad (Casey) and Phil Russell (Misty) of Parsons, Kansas and their sons, Ben, Abe (Maddie) and Silas. Also, grandsons Wayne and Brian. Velma had eighteen great -grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, William, son, Wesley, her parents and two brothers.
Funeral services will be held at 11:30 A.M. Friday, December 15th at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the U. S. National Cemetery.
The family will receive friends on Friday from 10:30 A.M. until service time at the funeral home. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.