Gregory "Greg" H. Platt, 66, of Wamego, KS, passed away on August 02, 2025 at his home in Wamego. Arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. A memorial service will be held on Aug. 22, 2025, at the funeral home, at 10 a.m. Inurnment service with millitary honors will be held after the memorial service at the Kansas Veterans' Cemetery, Manhattan, KS, at 2 p.m. Online condolences at www.campanellastewart.com.

August 4, 2025Sandra Kay Erickson, age 70 of St. Marys, passed away Monday, August 4, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her family.She was born on May 24, 1955, in Searcy, Arkansas, the daughter of Dual Ray and Helen Bernice (Thacker) Covington. On August 15, 1995, Sandy married Ray Leonard Erickson. They would have celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary next week. She cherished her role as a wife, mother and sister above all else. She dedicated many years of her life working for Payless, Jostens, and the Wamego School District, where her kindness and work ethic shone brightly. A true lover of nature, Sandy found immense joy in her flower and vegetable garden, often welcoming the hummingbirds that graced her backyard. Easter was her favorite holiday, and she looked forward to gathering with her family for egg hunts and creating lasting memories. She also loved playing Farkle, often inviting family and friends to join in the fun. Sandy was an avid K-State and Kansas City Chiefs fan. She is survived by her husband, Ray; six children, Mike (Maggie) Bloomer, Aliesha (Chris) Bloomer, Bryan (Bridget) Bloomer, Stephanie (Karl) Smith, Reesha (Travis) Morgan, and Logan Burgess; six siblings, Charles Guardiola, Calvin (Dorothy) Covington, Richard (Deb) Guardiola, Renee (Rick) Vandevelde, Varo (Sandy) Guardiola and Dr. Espe Guardiola; 21 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Helen Koelzer and Dual Covington, and one brother, Charles Guardiola. The Anderes-Pfeifley Funeral Home in Riley is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family at www.apfunerals.com.

Ross Spohn, 81 of Westmoreland, Kansas, passed away on August 07, 2025 at Wellsprings in Westmoreland. Arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. A private inurnment is planned for a later date. Online condolences at https://www.campanellastewart.com/

Joan Bronaugh, 97 of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on July 31, 2025 at Stormont-Vail Health Center in Topeka, Kansas. Arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funera Home in Wamego, Kansas. A visitation will be held on Thursday, August 7th, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Joan will lie-in-state beginning at 3:00 p.m. at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home in Wamego. A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 8th, at the Paxico/McFarland United Methodist Church at 10:30 a.m.

October 25, 1933 - July 27, 2025Daniel Lee (Danny) Grieshaber, 91, born October 25, 1933 on a farm northwest of St. Marys, KS, the son of the late Albert F. and Louise C. (Thowe) Grieshaber, died quietly July 27, 2025, at the St. Marys Manor, after a very brief illness.He graduated from the Pleasant View (country) Grade School, then from the St. Marys High School. He played a cornet in the high school band. He was drafted into the US Army, serving 18 months in Berlin, Germany, and did a limited amount of traveling while in Europe. Upon retiring from a career as a finish carpenter, working in Topeka, he continued farming on his own farming operation, as well as with his two brothers, on the family farm. Being mechanically inclined, he had the ability to create and repair many items. He was a quiet person, yet enjoyed attending farm auctions, and bringing home items for his projects. He continued actively tinkering with his activities in good health until the very end. He was preceded in death by his sister and brother-in-law, Alberta and Melvin Lichte, of St. Louis. He is survived by his two brothers, Charles Grieshaber of St. Marys, and Raymond Grieshaber of Lenexa. His wish was to be cremated, his remains buried privately in the family plots at Valley View Cemetery, St. Marys. Danny wanted to pass quietly and without ceremony. He requested no memorials and no flowers.

April 12, 1958 - July 26, 2025Sally Ann Koelling was born on April 12, 1958, and died on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the age of 67. Survivors include her husband Michael Koelling, two sons, Wesley (Sara) and Jeffrey (Sarah) and eight grandchildren, Landon, Vanessa, Natalie, Lorelai, Quinlynn, Kyzen, Scarlett, Hudson, and sister Betty Jo (Don) Hoadley. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Betty Steele, sister, Joyce (Allan) Lindholm, and three brothers, Richard, Roger, and Fred Steele.Sally was born and raised in Abilene, KS, where she also met the love of her life, Michael. Sally and Michael were united in holy matrimony on June 13, 1976. In 1982, they moved to Emmett, KS, with their two sons. They began building their forever home in 1984. Growing up, Sally spent endless hours working in her parents' restaurant. Later on in life, she became a dog groomer and then worked many years as an optician technician. She loved all of her jobs, but dog grooming held a special place in her heart. Sally had a passion for fishing, and she loved watching the cars race at Thunder Hill Speedway. Sally also loved her grandkids so much. Her grandkids were her whole world, and she made sure everybody knew that. A funeral service was held at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 4 at Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, KS 66536 with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Burial followed in St. Clere Cemetery in Emmett, Kansas. Memorials in Sally's memory may be made to the KU Endowment for Alzheimer's Research and may be sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, KS 66536.