Phyllis Lynn Bliss
Phyllis Lynn Bliss, 70, of Sharon Springs, died Friday, June 28, 2024, in Tribune, KS. She was born March 25, 1954, in Oakley, KS, to George and Dorothy (Russell) Burris. Phyllis grew up in Wallace, KS, attending school there through the 8th grade. She then went to Sharon Springs High School and graduated with the class of 1972. On April 25, 1982, Phyllis married Charles Bliss, in Wallace. Phyllis enjoyed doing arts and crafts, making jewelry and watching rodeos, especially the bull riding. Above all, she loved spending time with her family and attending all their children’s and grandchildren’s activities.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Leon Burris, Joyce Penka and Gerald Russell and brothers-in-law, Jim Baehler and Glenn Kendall.
She is survived by her husband Charles, of Sharon Springs; children, Klee (Ronda) Jones, of Garden City, KS and Lance Jones of Smith Center; step-children, Chandra Bliss Parker, of Holyoke, CO and Devin Bliss of Hawkins, TX; sisters, Melba Baehler and Nelda Marsh; twelve grandchildren; one great grandchild, with two more on the way, and a host of nieces and nephews.
There will be a come and go memorial service for Phyllis from 2-4:00 p.m. MT, Friday, July 26, 2024 at the Township Hall in Sharon Springs, KS.
OBITUARIES
Everett Lee Linton
Everett Lee Linton of Glen Elder, the last survivor of a family of 8 children, was born to Vincent Kenneth and Alta Lily (Hoard) Linton on August 7, 1929 in rural Randall, Kansas, and passed away on September 9, 2024 at the Mitchell County Hospital in Beloit, Kansas at the age... [More]
Billy Eugene Hill
Lifelong Wallace County resident Billy Eugene Hill, 85, passed away on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at his home in Sharon Springs, surrounded by family. Billy was born in Wallace, KS on August 17, 1939 to Paul Abraham and Ethel Mae (David) Hill. He was one of four children.... [More]
Steven Ray Basgall
Steven Ray Basgall was born on May 18, 1955, in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado to Hubert and Vonna Basgall. He died August 17th at the Hays Medical Center in Hays, Kansas at the age of 69. He was raised in Sharon Springs, Kansas along with 4 brothers and 3 sisters. Steve attended Wallace... [More]
Damon Lee Roberts
Damon's life will be celebrated on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Cheyenne County Community Building in Cheyenne Wells. Inurnment will take place with family in the Arapahoe Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to the Damon... [More]
Betty Jo Yotter
Betty Jo Yotter, age 94, passed away on Friday, July 26, 2024, at the Wichita County Health Center in Leoti, Kansas. She was born on November 11, 1929, in Mount Vernon, Kansas to Loren & Hazel Wilson Armstrong. Her life brought her from Kansas to California and back to Kansas.... [More]
Donald Lloyd Wertz
Donald Lloyd Wertz, a man of faith, humility, integrity and generosity was born October 14, 1941, in Sharon Springs, Kansas, to Claude and Freda (Walker) Wertz and passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at Montereau in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He was 82 years old. Don grew up in Sharon... [More]
Lucy Joyce Owens
Lucy Joyce Owens, age 93, passed away Saturday, July 13, 2024, at Hope Springs in Sharon Springs. She was born December 12, 1930, to Eli and Mable (Cambridge) Owens in Goodland, Kansas. Joyce was born with cerebral palsy, but she was very determined to try everything she... [More]
Joseph Raymond "Joe" Bussen
Joseph Raymond “Joe” Bussen, 56, passed away July 1, 2024, at University of Kansas Health System in Great Bend, Kansas. He was born February 20, 1968, in Red Cloud, Nebraska, to Gary Dorman and Susan Kennedy. He was soon adopted by Raymond Theodore and Shirley Rose... [More]
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- Erma Unruh
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NEWS
Kansas-Owned Businesses Recognized at Commerce’s ‘To The Stars’ Ceremony
Kansas businesses and entrepreneurs were honored Thursday night during the Kansas Department of Commerce’s 2024 To The Stars: Kansas Business Awards ceremony at the Great Bend Convention and Visitors Bureau. The event recognized their outstanding contributions to the state’s... [More]
Sheriff's Office Log - September 2024
Wallace County Sheriff’s Office Log – September 2024 PLEASE CALL THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE AT 785-852-4288 IF YOU PLAN TO DO ANY BURNING 7 Vins / 12 Civil Process / 26 Court Cases / 7 911 Hang-ups – Friendly Reminder - if you give your child an older... [More]
Foreign Persons Must Report U.S. Agricultural Land Holdings
Wallace County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds foreign persons with an interest in agricultural lands in the United States that they are required to report their holdings and any transactions to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Any foreign person who acquires,... [More]
WCHS 2024 Homecoming Royalty
2024 WCHS Homecoming King and Queen, Sparky Korbe and Jyma Stafford. WCHS celebrated homecoming last week. Sparky Korbe and Jyma Stafford were crowned this year’s king and queen. (front row) Makenna Gibbs, Keiper Poe, Jaelyn Daily, Kenli Larson, Rowdy Larson.... [More]
Photos from WCHS vs Dighton 9-27-24
Photos from WCHS vs Dighton 9-27-24. Dighton won by a score of 60-14.
From the Editor 10/3/24
I want to thank everyone who reached out to let me know how much they appreciate the return of the community calendar. Many hours go into putting such a big file together. The feedback I received since it was delivered is much appreciated. A new feature I have added... [More]
USDA Launches Assistance Network to Support Financially Distressed Farmers and Ranchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing the launch of the Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network, an initiative designed to provide personalized support to financially distressed farmers and ranchers across the nation. Through a series of Cooperative Agreements,... [More]
4-H Members Showcase Hard Work and Dedication
Wallace County was well represented for the 25th year of the Grand Drive at the Kansas State Fair. Nine 4-Hers from our county showed three species of animals for the Grand Drive's 25th Anniversary year. Each one served as a great ambassador for our county. Livingston and... [More]
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- Fifth Annual History Exposition Held at Fort Wallace
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BUGLE NOTES
Bugle Notes 5/21/24
It’s that time again in Wallace! It’s Rodeo Time! This year’s 70th Edition of the Fort Wallace Rodeo is shaping up to be a special one! There are again two performances; Saturday May 25 at 7 pm MDT and then on Sunday May 26 at 5 pm MDT. Admission... [More]
Annual Symposium held at Fort Wallace Museum
This past weekend, the Fort Wallace Museum had record-breaking attendance at the annual Symposium, and an equally successful Fundraiser Banquet. Around 90 people were in attendance at the day’s lectures and presentations, with attendees from all over Kansas, as well as... [More]
Fort Wallace Museum to Host Symposium/Banquet
The Guardians of the Fort Wallace Museum will host their annual symposium and banquet on Saturday, March 16, at the museum, with symposium beginning at 8:30 am MDT and Capt. Keogh’s Emerald Banquet at 5 pm MDT. The theme of this year’s events is “The Moccasin... [More]
Bugle Notes 11/28/23
The Christmas Season approaches! Our annual Candlelight Christmas Service will be held on Sunday, December 3rd at 5:00 MT, starting at the 1888 Bethany Lutheran Church located on the west side of our Museum grounds. The traditional Swedish Lutheran service in the historic atmosphere... [More]
Bugle Notes 10/31/23
On Thursday evening, Nov. 2nd, come on over at 6 pm to hear a most talented musician, mandolinist and singer/songwriter John DePew! We will be hosting John inside the 1888 Bethany Lutheran Church. John Depew is a Kansas-based musician, songwriter, and traveler with a knack for... [More]
Bugle Notes 10/24/23
The fall travel season has featured strong attendance at the Fort Wallace Museum, with many retired couples and international travelers coming through. Our RV Park has also been busy, with many people staying to experience the local flavor of Wallace County. Our summer hours... [More]
Ft Wallace Museum Holds 4th Annual Education Day
This past Friday and Saturday, the Fort Wallace Museum grounds once again sprang to life -this time with the sights and sounds of a Native American village. 10 traditional tipis glowed in the sun, as well as military tents and a complete 1800s chuckwagon set-up. During Friday’s... [More]
Bugle Notes - Native Tribes of the High Plains
On Friday, Sept. 8 and Saturday, Sept. 9, the Fort Wallace Museum grounds will come alive with the stories of the Native Tribes of the High Plains during the History Exposition and Outdoor Education Days. There will be demonstrations and talks on topics including home life, tools... [More]
More Bugle Notes
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