Bobby Anderson ‘Bob’ Garner, 91, of Hutchinson, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2019, at his home. He was born January 25, 1928, in Shawnee, Oklahoma, to Roger Craven and Jewell Vergie (Goodwin) Garner.

Bob graduated from Hutchinson High School in 1946. After graduation, he served in the United States Navy from 1946 to 1948. Bob then attended Hutchinson Community College, where he was a member of the men’s basketball team that was the runner up finisher in the 1949 National Junior College Athletic Association Tournament held at Memorial Hall. He also attended Wichita State University. Bob retired as district manager for Hughes Tool Company in Oklahoma City, after 35 years of service. He was a member of Loyal Order of Moose #982, the Hutchinson-Reno Masonic Lodge #124 A.F. & A.M. since 1952 and a 32nd Degree Mason, American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, and First United Methodist Church, Edmond, Oklahoma.

Bob was an avid golfer, enjoyed taking trips with the family, and playing Poker at the Moose Lodge. He was a devoted father who made many sacrifices for his family in order to provide them with experiences that would last them a lifetime. Bob was always present supporting his daughters in their athletic activities, traveling during the summer weekends to horse shows, and going on their yearly family vacations. Traveling with friends, Bill Skinner and Donna Luttrul, was another special time for him, too; and he really enjoyed visiting with anyone who would listen. He never met a stranger and he loved to tease and joke, but there was never any malice in his heart for anyone.

On March 8, 1958, he married Norma Lee Reimer in Great Bend. She died June 5, 1992, after 34 years of marriage.

Bob is survived by: daughters, Chris Garner of Hutchinson, Sheri Elliott (Gary) of Topeka; brother-in-law, Keith Reimer (Deana); niece, Keena Schmidt (Chet); nephew, Tyson Reimer (Val); nieces, Dawn Dirks-Ham (Bob), Diane Dirks, and Susan Pieplow; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and special family friend, who was like a daughter to Bob, Marita Walls.

He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Bill Garner; and sister-in-law, Shirley Doll (Edwin).

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 2:30 p.m. Friday, May 24, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Susan ‘Suz’ McIver officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the United States Navy Honor Guard. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday at Elliott Mortuary. The family will greet friends from 1 p.m. until service time Friday at Elliott Mortuary. Memorials are suggested to Loyal Order of Moose #982, American Legion Lysle Rishel Post #68, or The Salvation Army, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Larry Mack Reed, 76, of Hutchinson, died May 18, 2019, at his home. He was born November 7, 1942, in Gridley, the son of Chester A. and Marjorie A. (Hunt) Reed. Larry graduated from Byers High School, Pratt Community College, and attended Emporia State University. He worked as a radio D.J. and news director as well as manager at 4th Ave. McDonalds. After retirement, Larry volunteered at Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, Kansas State Fair, and as an ombudsman for the state of Kansas. He attended Countryside Baptist Church.

On August 5, 1966, Larry married Elizabeth A. Jolly in Iuka. She died May 13, 2014.

Survivors include: children, Bryan Reed (Marty), Northfield, MN, Lisa Cripe (Heath), Sherman, TX, Jason Reed (Laura), Hutchinson; grandchildren, Austin and Tadan Reed, Kassi and Karly Cook, Caleb, Kaylin and Kaycee Cripe; sister, Judy Schmidt (Darryl), Missouri; nephew, Mark Poltera (Cala); niece, Brenda Baize (Tyson); his cat, Bogey; and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Cremation has taken place. Memorial service will be 10 a.m. Saturday, May 25, 2019, at Countryside Baptist Church, 819 W. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastor Ron Kyker officiating. Burial will follow in Iuka Cemetery. Friends may sign the book from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday at Elliott Mortuary.

Memorials are suggested to the Cosmosphere or Cancer Council of Reno County, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

James (Jim) Robert Cole, 71, passed away Monday, May 20, 2019 at his home in Benton, KS.

Jim was born February 25, 1948 in Coffeyville, Ks., the son of K.Y and Irene Cole. He attended school in Lenapah, Ok. and Hutchinson, Ks. Jim worked as a printer for several years in Lenexa, Ks. After he moved to Coffeyville, he worked in the foundry, retiring on disability for his lungs. Jim loved his family. He was always joking and would make everyone laugh. He was a character in his own right. He will be dearly missed.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Linda Parsons.

Jim is survived by his brother, Randy Cole of Phoenix Az.; sister, Cathie Showalter of Hutchinson; daughter, Delorah Liden; grandchildren, Taylor Faulkner and Michael Cunningham; and great grandson, Xander; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 24, 2019, from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Hutchinson Funeral Chapel, 300 E. 30th Ave., Hutchinson, KS. A private family Celebration of Life will be held on Friday May 24, 2019 from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. at Rice Park. Memorial Contributions may be given to the American Lung Association or Alzheimer’s Association and can be sent in care of the funeral chapel.

Emma (Yutzy) Nisly, 84, of Hutchinson, died May 17, 2019. She was born January 17, 1935, in Hutchinson, to Eli N. and Fannie (Miller) Yutzy. On November 17, 1955, Emma married Harley Nisly in Hutchinson. He survives.

Also surviving are two sons and four daughters: Duane and wife Ruth, Pital, Costa Rica, Christina Barkman and husband James, Kisumu, Kenya, Janet Shetler and husband James, Hutchinson, Dwight and wife Marlene, Brooklyn, NY, Linda Miller and husband Arno, and Doris Yoder and husband Matthew, all of Hutchinson; sisters, Elizabeth Nisly and husband William, and Laura Yutzy, all of Hutchinson; sister-in-law, Alta Yutzy, Hutchinson; 25 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; three brothers, Herman, John, and Raymond; a sister, Alma Fern Beachy; and an infant grandson, Nathan Edward Nisly.

Emma accepted Jesus Christ as her Savior in her youth and faithfully served her Master until death. She was a homemaker and member of Cedar Crest Amish Mennonite Church. Emma loved to make quilt tops for several local church sewing circles. She was a behind-the-scenes-servant in supporting her husband’s prison ministry and encouraging people with letters and handmade cards. Emma was a faithful prayer warrior for her children and church family.

The funeral service celebrating her life and home-going will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2019, at Cedar Crest Church, 7213 W. Mills Ave., Hutchinson, with Pastors Don Miller, Lee Nisly, and Duane Nisly officiating. Burial will be in West Center Cemetery. Visitation with family will be from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. Monday, May 20, 2019, also at the church.

Memorials are suggested to Followers of Jesus School, Brooklyn, NY, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.

Sherry Louise Starks passed away Monday, May 13, 2019, in Wichita.  She was born March 20, 1954, in Hutchinson, to Nolan Parker and Joy Louise (Jones) Starks.

Sherry is survived by: siblings, Robert L. (Linda) Starks, John N. (Barbara) Starks, James W. (Elizabeth) Starks, Laura A. (Fernando) Castor, Christopher (Steven) Britton-Hawkins.

She was preceded in death by: her parents; brothers, Nolan P. Starks Jr., Stephen E. Starks, and Gary A. Starks.

Memorial service will be 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 22, 2019, at Elliott Chapel, with the Reverend Dr. J. Ted Blakley officiating.  The family requests no flowers.  Memorials are suggested to Sherry Starks Memorial Fund, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS  67501.