Rolene Lowry, age 70, resident of Ft. Scott, KS, died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at Via Christi Hospital, Pittsburg, KS.
She was born on December 30, 1949, in Moran, KS, the daughter of Ralph and Phyllis Jackson Miller. She grew up in Selma, KS, attending country school there. She graduated from Blue Mound high school. Rolene then obtained her cosmetology degree from Pittsburg State. She worked for a beauty shop in Erie, KS, before working at Western Insurance Company in Ft. Scott
There she would meet her eventual husband. She married Leon Lowry on July 8, 1973, in Selma, KS.
She later would begin work for USD235 in Uniontown and continued for 31 years.
Rolene enjoyed reading Christian novels and spending time with her family. She was a member of the Mt. Orum Baptist Church for 13 years before transferring to the Xenia Baptist Church for the past 20 years.
Survivors include her husband Leon of the home; son Chad Lowry of the home; daughter Candace Jobe and husband Joel, Ft. Scott; step son Kurk Lowry; step daughter Angie Eck and husband Dave; her mother, Phyllis Miller, Iola, KS; 2 sisters, Pat Lasley and husband Denny, Moran, KS, and Linda Swisher, Winfield, KS; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved grand dog Rudy.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Rev. Randy Smith will conduct funeral services at 1:00 PM Saturday, November 7th at the West Bourbon Elementary School Gym.
Burial will follow in the Uniontown Cemetery.
The family will receive friends Friday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 PM at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Memorials are suggested to the Xenia Baptist Church and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Roxine Poznich, age 73, resident of Ft. Scott, KS, died Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at her home.
She was born in San Angelo, TX, the daughter of Paul Hufstedler and Ruby Allison. Ruby later married Bob Roe, who raised Roxine as his own daughter.
Roxine married Johnie Poznich in 1998 in Weir, KS. He preceded her in death in 2008.
Roxine worked for Mercy Hospital in Ft. Scott from 1991 until 2018.
She also owned and operated Books & Grannies bookstore.
She was an avid gardener, both flower and vegetable. She also enjoyed square dancing.
Roxine was an exceedingly kind person who embraced many people in her life.
Survivors include 3 sons, David Everett, Dwayne Everett, and John Needham; 2 daughters, Fara Simons and Sarah Tharrett; 13 grandchildren, Isaac, Brynn, Ellen, Taryn, Wesley, Morgan, Isabella, Truman, Carson, Allison, Eva, Ben, and Adam; 6 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews including a nephew Seth and his wife Denise who cared for Roxine; and many friends and customers from the bookstore.
In addition to her husband Johnie, she was preceded in death by her parents; a brother Johnny, a sister Brenda; and a dear friend Marilyn Pyne.
There was cremation.
The family will receive friends from 5:30 until 7:30 PM Saturday evening November 7th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Memorials are suggested to The Beacon and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
Instead of the annual Veteran’s Day assembly at Uniontown High School, a parade has been planned in the town on Wednesday, November 11 at 2:30 p.m.
The idea came from a conversation between UHS Principal Mike. Reith and UHS History Teacher Hannah Hays.
“Traditionally we host an assembly, but knew that wasn’t an option this year due to COVID,” said Hays.Teacher. “A parade allows us to still recognize our local vets but in an outdoor venue with plenty of space to spread out.”
“We don’t have a specific theme, just simply gratitude for their service,” Hays said.
In the parade will be decorated trailers and trucks, the UHS band, local law enforcement and horses as well, she said.
It will take place Wednesday, November 11th at 2:30 in the afternoon.
A photo of the parade route is in the flyer that Hays sent and accompanies this feature.
The route will be around the perimeter of the grade school which sits south of the high school on the towns east side.
“We have invited anybody and everybody to participate in the parade,” Hays said. “Just as long as they demonstrate an appreciation for our veteran community.”
Patriotically decorated vehicles, flat bed trailers, bikes or horses are invited. Meet at the football stadium at 2 p.m.
Extra parking is located south of the grade school on First Street and community members may line the walking trail, with social distancing in famiy groups.
“We have also invited both UHS and West Bourbon Elementary School students and staff, as well as community members to attend and watch the parade,” she said.
VFW is the largest and oldest war veterans service organization, we have a long and proven history of providing vital assistance and support to America’s service men and women worldwide.
The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit veterans service organization comprised of eligible veterans and military service members from the active, guard and reserve forces.
Chamber Members & Guests are welcome
to make any announcement for $1 to the Chamber about their business or organization including events, new products, promotions, or any other specials!
UPCOMING CHAMBER COFFEE SCHEDULE
11/12 ~ Integrity Home Care + Hospice
11/19 ~ Briggs Auto
11/26 ~ NO CHAMBER COFFEE
12/3 ~ Laree & Co. ~ New Chamber Member
12/10 ~ B-WERC Grand Opening
12/17 ~ City of Fort Scott
12/24 & 12/31 – NO Coffees will be scheduled-Holidays
Members of the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce are invited to celebrate the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the E3 Ranch & Company headquarters on Friday, November 6th at 13 S. National. The event will take place from 5 to 7pm with the ribbon cutting and remarks starting at 5:15pm.
E3 now occupies the historic Reid building which was built in 1917. This new location allowed E3 to consolidate its operations in Fort Scott and allow for future growth.
E3 Certified black and red angus cattle are grass fed, grain finished, give ample room to roam and never subjected to antibiotics, steroids, or added hormones. E3 Meat Company is focused on providing high quality beef through restaurants, meat markets and online sales. E3 supports total utilization of the animal which lead to the creation of the E3 K9 Performance Company which markets dog treats and bones both online and through retail stores such as Atwoods and Scheels.
The E3 Retail store offers E3 branded pet treats, E3 meat, and E3 merchandise in its new location. The store also offers products from partners such as Otter Box, Shun knives, and ThermoWorks.
E3 Retail Store will also be hosting a grand opening event on Saturday, November 7th from 9am to 1pm. The public is invited to stop by to check out the specials and meet the team. We will be serving up E3 hamburgers beginning at 11am for a free will donation supporting the E3 Foundation which continues our mission of Humbly Serve Others.
Contact the Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce for more information at (620) 223-3566 or visit fortscott.com.
Rachelle Renee Smith, age 37, a resident of Fort Scott, KS, passed away November 2, 2020 in her home.
She was born October 25, 1983, in Fort Scott, the daughter of Charles Ernest Elliott Jr. and Kenna Kay Elliott.
She was married to Mark Smith October 9, 2004-2017, and they created 2 wonderful boys, Logan Thomas, and Gavin Michael.
Rachelle was a homemaker and dedicated mother, she enjoyed decorating her house with interesting finds from antique stores, lived for the month October and anything Halloween with Christmas being a very close second on the list of her favorite things.
She had a huge love for most animals but especially German shorthairs.
In n 2013 She kicked cancers ass and then became a badass warrior of GVHD. She fought for 7.5 years against the disease and exited this life with a sigh of relief.
Survivors include her sons Logan and Gavin Smith of the home and her favorite furry companion Ellie, her father Charles Elliott Jr, her sisters Candace Martin and husband Anthony, Kayla Hall and husband Dustin, and multiple nieces and nephews, Alyssa Martin, Konner Kim, Mallorie Hall, Libbie Hall, Grayson Hall and Makenna Martin. Also surviving are her grandparents GK and Sharon Miller of Tallahassee, FL, and several aunts and uncles in various places.
She was preceded in death by her mother Kenna Elliott and her paternal grandparents Charles and Mary Elliott.
Allen Povenmire will conduct funeral services at 10:00 AM Friday, November 6th, at the Cheney Witt Chapel.
Burial will follow in the Memory Gardens Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Thursday evening at the funeral home.
Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.
USD 235, Uniontown’s school district, is the recipient of two SPARK grants.
The Strengthening People and Revitalizing Kansas (SPARK) Taskforce is charged with leading Kansas forward in recovery from the far-reaching effects of COVID-19, with funds distributed from the U.S. Federal Government.
The first USD235 grant is a collaborative project to bring a medical clinic to Uniontown.
“The collaborative project in the amount of $88,000 was for the rural health clinic in our old board of education building,” USD235 Superintendent Brett Howard said. “The collaboration is between Girard Hospital, the Uniontown Ruritan Club, and USD 235. The $88,000 will be used for remodeling the building into a rural health clinic. The Uniontown Ruritan Club and Girard Hospital are working together and USD 235 is leasing the building to Girard Hospital for the Health Clinic.”
The building for the medical clinic is south of the Uniontown High School Football Field.
USD 235 also received $102,000 in SPARK funds, for a heating/air conditioning purification system, technology, and an extra custodian.
“Those funds are being used to install an IWave purification system in our HVAC system,” Howard said. “IWave kills mold, bacteria, viruses, reduces odors, and even reduces allergens and static electricity. It requires no maintenance and has no harmful byproducts, safely cleaning the air in schools.”
“We are also purchasing technology for our teachers to help them work with our students who have chosen the remote learning option or who are quarantining and working from home during their quarantine,” he said.
Rose Gauthier’s kindergarten class could view each other on Zoom during lesson time in spring 2020 when the district was closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Submitted photo.
“The money will also be used to purchase cleaning supplies and help pay for an extra custodian to clean buses and transportation vehicles,” Howard said.
