Roger Ragland

Roger Leon Ragland, 65, died Nov. 22, 2015, from a heart attack at New Castle, Ok. He was born April 24, 1950 in Hutchinson, KS to Marvin Leon and Wanda Mae Ragland. After graduating from Hutchinson High School, he continued his education at Baptist Bible College in Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor's Degree in Theology and Missions. Roger honorably served his country in the Kansas National Guard and the Army National Guard. He married the love of his life, Vickie Carol Keller and together they shared many years of marriage and raising a large family. This union of marriage was blessed with sons John, Timothy, Jacob and Anthony. They also extended their parental love and guidance to 17 foster children, positively impacting their lives for many years to come. Roger was preceded in death by his parents, and son Jackson Ragland. Burial in Mount Hope Kansas Cemetery.

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Kent Rayl

Kent Alan Rayl, 73, of Andover, Kansas passed away on August 9, 2024 at his home from complications related to Lewy Body Dementia. Kent was born November 4, 1950 in Anthony, KS the child of Charlie and Bertha “Bert” (Dinges) Rayl and grew up in Hutchinson, Kansas with his beloved siblings Steve Rayl, Cheryl (Rayl) Bixby, Rod Rayl and countless aunts, uncles, and cousins. Kent graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1968, where he played multiple sports and was a standout track & field star. He then went on to earn his Physical Education degree from Kansas State University in 1973. Kent married Leigh Ann (Holcomb) on March 10, 1973 at the First Congregational Church in Hutchinson, KS. Kent and Leigh celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2023 and were blessed to have two children Jaime (Rayl) Snider and Joshua Rayl who both made it well into adulthood despite their best efforts as teens. This allowed Kent to enjoy his role as “Papa” to his seven grandchildren who brought him endless hours of entertainment. Kent worked as a salesman for many years at Hodisco, Fruit of the Loom, and for more than 30 years as a Key Account Executive at Wrangler Jeans until he retired. Kent loved traveling across his territory and worked with several accounts for decades creating lasting friendships with customers, sales clerks, and CEOs. Kent’s spare time was generally spent on the golf course, attending OU football games, mowing his lawn like a baseball diamond, or calling his extended family and friends to get the most recent updates on their lives. Kent was currently attending New Spring Church in Wichita, KS but previously attended University Christian Church in Norman, OK where he frequently played basketball and softball with the men’s group. Kent never met a stranger. To him, they were just people that weren’t friends yet. He was prone to constant movement, whistling loudly to himself (or for his kids to come home), and telling extremely corny dad jokes at inappropriate times. Remaining to cherish Kent’s memory are his wife of 51 years Leigh, his children Jaime (Travis) Snider & Josh (Kari) Rayl; grandchildren, Leya Smith, Skyler Smith, Blake Snider, Wyatt Snider, Lucy Snider, JJ Rayl, and Waylon Rayl, Brothers Steve Rayl and Rod Rayl, Sister Cheryl (Dana) Bixby, sister-in-law Debbi (Greg Hall), brother-in-law John (Jill) Weidman, several nieces and nephews and too many cousins and friends to list. Preceding Kent in death are his parents, Charlie & Bert Rayl, in-laws Dean & Joan Holcomb, and his sister-in-law Suzi (Holcomb) Weidman. Visitation, with the family present, will be held Friday, September 20, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson. Memorial services will be held September 21, 2024 at 10:30AM at First Congregational Church, 3410 N Plum St., Hutchinson. Private family inurnment will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Hutchinson. Friends may sign his book from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Elliott Mortuary. A come and go celebration of life will also be held October 5, 2024 from 5-9PM at 25249 Johnson Rd. Purcell, OK 73080. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to Good Shepherd Hospice, Wichita, Bay Island Impact, or The Brain Donor Project, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501. If you wish to send memorials directly to the organizations, donations in Kent’s memory may be directed to Bay Island Impact https://bayislandimpact.com/ (a charity working with people in poverty in Roatan, Honduras) or Good Shepherd Hospice https://www.goodshepherdhospice.com/donations. Please also consider a financial or brain donation to the Brain Donor Project https://braindonorproject.org/ or at The Brain Donor Project Memorial Donations P.O. Box 111002 Naples, FL 34108-1929. Your donation will help scientists find a cure for Lewy Body Dementia and other brain disorders. You do not have to have a brain disorder to be a brain donor and donation is typically free.

Linda Rayl

Linda Kay (Rayl) Hart, 62, born Aug. 13, 1950, died June 15, 2013 in Salem, Oregon - unknown cause. Linda had lived in Oregon the last 20 years, moving from Wichita. She was a 1968 graduate of Hutchinson High School and 1970 graduate of Hutchinson Community College, a member of South Hutchinson United Methodist Church. While in Kansas she was the former owner of Calico Corner Creations at the Hutchinson Mall, Town East and Town West. Linda retired from Macy's, Salem, Oregon, as Clinique counter manager. Her hobbies included reading, crafting and sewing, gardening and travel. She was married to Randall Hart in 1969, they were divorced in 1999. Burial in Fairlawn Memorial Park, Hutchinson, Ks.

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Tim Regier

Timothy Dale Regier, 72, died November 21, 2022, at his home in Hutchinson, KS. He was born October 2, 1950, in Newton, to Chester and Emma Regier. Tim graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1968, and from Kansas University with a BA of Science in Chemical Engineering in 1975. During his career he worked as a design engineer. Tim previously belonged to the Sky Ryders Drum and Bugle Corp. He was also a past member of the Hutchinson Kennel Club. Tim is survived by: sister, Lynette Holderness (John), Rising Sun, Indiana; and brother, Dennis Regier (Kristine), Hutchinson. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Sydney. Cremation has taken place. Services will be announced at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the Hutchinson Kennel Club, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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Bruce Reimer

Bruce Kent Reimer, 48, born May 22, 1950, died Sept., 3, 1998 in Carolinas Medical Center, Charlotte, N.C., as the result of a traffic accident. He was a resident of Hummelstown, Pa. He was an engineer and a corrective-action coordinator for GPU Nuclear; a graduate of Kansas State University; had been a coach in the South Hanover Twp. softball league; and was a member of Derry Presbyterian Church, Hershey, Pa., and the TMI Golf League. Surviving are his wife, Yvonne Sellers Reimer ; two daughters, Molly and Melissa, at home; his father and stepmother, Ernest (died 2010() and Marian Reimer (died 2007) of Hutchinson, Kan.; and two brothers, Charles & Debbie Reimer, South Hutchinson and Steven & Janice Reimer, Hutchinson. His biological mother, Mary Reimer died in 1974.

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Rex Repass

Rex Allen Repass, 72, of Wichita, died February 14, 2023, at Legacy at College Hill in Wichita. He was born June 28, 1950, in Dodge City, to Bill and Frances Repass. Rex attended Hutchinson High School. After high school, he managed multiple bowling centers with his family. Along with his mother, Frances, Rex was a gifted bowler. He was also a big sports fan and enjoyed watching any New York sports team, especially the Yankees. Rex was also a fan of the NY Mets and NY Rangers. Rex is survived by his nieces, Jill Bontrager of Hutchinson and Joni Bontrager of Olathe. He was preceded in death by: his parents; infant brother, Billy Greg Repass, and sister, Kay Bontrager. Cremation has taken place. No services are planned at this time. Memorials are suggested to the Rex Repass Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

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Charlotte Reynard

Charlotte Mae (Reynard) Ebbert, 68, formerly of Hutchinson, died peacefully August 29, 2019, surrounded by family and friends, in Lake Elsinore, CA., from congestive heart failure. She was born December 19, 1950, in Hutchinson, to Dale and Gladys (Holloway) Reynard. Charlotte married and moved to Iran before returning to Kansas, where she later divorced and moved to Texas. She resided in California for the last 30 years. Charlotte was a lover of life, as she believed in living life to the fullest with vibrancy and laughter. Funeral service September 14, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, Hutchinson. Burial in Fairlawn Burial Park, Hutchinson, where she was laid to rest near her dear mother, Gladys.

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Larry Ringer

On the night of June 21, 2021, Larry "Lar" Douglas Ringer, formerly of Waterloo, Ontario, passed away peacefully in his sleep. Born on April 25, 1950 to Douglas and Ethel (Thrasher) Ringer, Larry grew up in Hutchinson, Kansas with his two sisters, Patricia Yamamoto (2004) and Janet Ringer (2016). He is survived by Patricia's husband Toshio Yamamoto, nieces Jennifer Yamamoto (Domenico Serafino), Wendy Yamamoto-Chapman (Terry Chapman), and their children, Noah and Kyla Chapman, as well as a number of relatives and friends throughout Canada and the United States. Larry attended the University of Kansas for Classical History, developing a lifelong fascination with the ancient past. Following his schooling he followed his siblings to Canada, finding work at the University of Toronto, Scarborough College as a Library Technician. A strong proponent of computers and technology, Larry was instrumental to Scarborough College Library implementing a digital catalogue and internet services, one of the first Canadian universities to have such a system. Outside of his work Larry enjoyed many hobbies. He continued with his research into ancient history, including recreating ancient battles through tabletop wargames, was deeply interested in science fiction and fantasy, and was a fan of baseball, especially his adopted home team; the Toronto Blue Jays. In his later years Larry was valued for his unique insight and perspective on life, especially by his great nephew Noah, who shares many of his interests and, inspired by Larry, has pursued an education in classical history and technology. In keeping with Larry's wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family celebration will take place at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to Haskett Funeral Homes, Exeter (519-532-1220). Donations to a charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences may be forwarded through www.haskettfh.com

Bill Roberson

William "Bill" Roberson, 72, of St. George, Ks won his fight with brain cancer on Friday, Sept. 16th, 2022, and entered into Heaven. Bill was born May 18, 1950, in Hutchinson, Ks, son of Thomas F. and Mary C. Roberson. Upon graduation in1968 from Hutchinson High School, he followed in his father's footsteps and joined the Navy. After 6 years of seeing the world on a Naval ship, he returned to Hutchinson where he joined the Army Reserves, proudly serving this great country, he went on to receive his master's degree and taught Science for over 20 years at the middle school on Ft. Riley, KS. His retirement was filled with hobbies. He always had a passion for nature, horses, all things cowboy, travel, and art. Bill was a gentle giant with a heart to match; never too busy to lend an ear or help those he loved. He was a wonderful storyteller; his wit was guaranteed to make you laugh occasionally to the point of tears. His presence will be greatly missed but comfort is found in knowing his spirit lives on in all those he taught, called friend and his family. His father, mother, and youngest brother Allen, preceded him in death. He is survived by his older brother Wayne Roberson, Hutchinson, Ks, niece Michelle Turley and husband (Joe) Ft. Knox, KY, and great nephew Joseph Turley Jr. A graveside service with military honors was held at 1:00 p.m. Monday September 26, 2022, at the Kansas Veterans’ Cemetery at Fort Riley, 5181 Wildcat Creek Road in Manhattan, KS. Memorial contributions in memory of Bill are suggested to Hope Ranch Inc. Contributions may be left in care of the Yorgensen-Meloan-Londeen Funeral Home, 1616 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan, Kansas 66502. Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.ymlfuneralhome.com

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Ron Roberson

With great sadness, we announce that our brother, Rev. Ronald G. Roberson, C.S.P., has entered eternal life. He died on Sunday afternoon, January 19, 2025, at the Mary Manning Walsh Home in New York City, due to Parkinson’s disease. He was 74 years old. Fr. Roberson had been a member of the Paulist community for 52 years and a priest for 47 years. He was an international leader in ecumenical dialogues and the promotion of Christian unity. In August, 2023, he retired as associate director of the Secretariat for Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington, D.C., after 28 years working in that office. Ronald Glenn Roberson was born May 24, 1950, in Hutchinson, KS, the eldest of three children of Ivan and Joyce Hewitt Roberson. In addition to his brother Paulists, Fr. Roberson is survived by his brother, Jeff in Hutchinson and sister-in-law, Anette; his sister, Denver, Colo. Jane, and brother-in-law, Mike; his niece, Jacqueline; and nephew, Andrew. He graduated with class of 1968 Hutchinson High School and then added Hutchinson Community Junior College. In May, 1972, he earned a bachelor of arts in political science at the University of Kansas. Raised a Methodist, he attended a “Search” retreat during his time at the University of Kansas that set him on the path to becoming a Catholic. A wake service for Fr. Roberson will be held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at the Church of St. Paul the Apostle in New York City. The Mass will be broadcast live on the parish’s YouTube channel. The principal celebrant of the Mass of Christian Burial will be Very Rev. René Constanza, C.S.P., president of the Paulist Fathers. The homily will be shared by Rev. John Hurley, C.S.P. Burial will follow in the Paulist section of St. Thomas Cemetery in Oak Ridge, NJ. A memorial service also is being planned in the near future in Washington, D.C.