For some video of the RHS-St. Marys basketball games on Tue. night, go to:
http://www.wibw.com/sports/headlines/Kansas-Prep-Zone-Tuesday-Night-Scores-188945351.html
There are several games listed with video. Click on "Rossville-St. Marys"
Thursday, January 31, 2013
St. Marys Girls Get a Win
The RHS girls basketball team lost to St. Marys on Tue. night by a 42-35 score.
St. Marys 18 10 8 5 = 42
Rossville 5 14 7 9 = 35
Rossville scoring:
Channel 4 3-4 11
Brown 3 (3) 1-4 10
Dantzson 1 3-4 5
Kirk 2 0-0 4
Nitsch 1 (1) 0-0 3
Dick 1 0-0 2
Totals 12 (4) 7-12 35
Channel 4 3-4 11
Brown 3 (3) 1-4 10
Dantzson 1 3-4 5
Kirk 2 0-0 4
Nitsch 1 (1) 0-0 3
Dick 1 0-0 2
Totals 12 (4) 7-12 35
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Duane Hudson (45) Passes Away
He was born July 20, 1927 in Topeka the son of W. R. and Loma Landis Hudson. Duane graduated from Rossville High School in 1945. Mr. Hudson was a United States Navy Veteran. He was a resident of Rossville and Topeka. Duane worked 40 years for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. He retired in 1986.
Duane is a member of Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church where he served on various committees down through the years. He enjoyed his family and friends.
He was married to Mary I. Martin on November 28, 1953 in Topeka. Mary survives at their home. Other survivors include his son, Kevin Hudson (Lynette) of Topeka; grandchildren, Julie Hellstern (Jon) and Stephanie Franz (Jeremy) of Gardner KS, and Andrew Hudson and Leah Hudson of Topeka; two great-grandchildren, Anna Hellstern and Tucker Franz of Gardner; sisters, Virginia Hayes of Topeka and Shirley Hudson of Rossville; son-in-law, Joe Brunker of Olathe; sister-in-law, Linda Hudson of Burlington, Kansas.
Duane was preceded in death by his daughter, Kristie Brunker on June 20, 2008. His parents and a brother Larry Hudson (57) of Rossville also precede him.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, February 1, 2013 at the Rossville United Methodist Church. Interment will follow at the Rossville Cemetery. Mr. Hudson will lie in state from 12-8 pm on Thursday at the Davidson Funeral Home where the family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 pm Thursday evening. Memorials to the Pleasant Hill UMC. To leave a message for the family please visit www.davidsonfuneral.com
Dawgs Defeat Bears in Boys Basketball
Because of a 21 point outburst in the second quarter, and awesome 13 of 14 free throw shooting, the Dawgs beat Mid East rival St. Marys by 45-36 on Tuesday night.
St. Marys 8 10 9 9 = 36
Rossville 2 21 7 15 = 45
Rossville 2 21 7 15 = 45
Rossville scoring:
Greco 2 (2) 7-8 13
Horak 3 (1) 2-2 9
Catron 3 1-1 7
Immenschuh 2 (1) 0-0 5
Sowers 2 1-1 5
Davis 1 0-0 2
Day 0 2-2 2
Horak 1 0-0 2 Totals 14 (4) 13-14 45
Greco 2 (2) 7-8 13
Horak 3 (1) 2-2 9
Catron 3 1-1 7
Immenschuh 2 (1) 0-0 5
Sowers 2 1-1 5
Davis 1 0-0 2
Day 0 2-2 2
Horak 1 0-0 2 Totals 14 (4) 13-14 45
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Failed 911 System Restored
The 911 service that was out Monday in Shawnee County has been restored, law enforcement officials said early Tuesday.
Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office said the county’s 911 service, which was out for residents in the Rossville and Silver Lake areas, was restored about 12:12 a.m. Tuesday.
Citizens in those areas had been asked to call their fire services directly for assistance.
Jackson County Sheriff Tim Morse said at 1 a.m. that all 911 lines had also been restored in that county. It had been unable to receive 911 calls from cellphones.
Century Link is the service provider for the area.Duane Melvin Article
Former RHS coach Duane "Blackie" Melvin passed away Jan. 26 in Topeka. He was a 3 sport standout at Washburn University and played minor league baseball for four years before his 38 year career as a coach and teacher. He taught and coached at Rossville in the 50s and 60s and several other area schools before spending several decades at Seaman High.
The Capital-Journal has a nice long article about Duane Melvin at the following link:
http://cjonline.com/sports/2013-01-26/former-seaman-washburn-multi-sport-star-melvin-dies-86
Saturday, January 26, 2013
Duane Melvin Passes away
Duane Gene Melvin, 86, Topeka, died Sat., Jan. 26, 2013, at his home. He was born May 4, 1926, at Topeka, the son of Glen C. and Manila M. (Stock) Melvin. His parents and brother, Dean, preceded him in death.
He graduated from Seaman High School and Washburn University. Duane served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Blackie played professional baseball from 1947 to 1950 and was drafted by the Cleveland Indians and played against Mickey Mantel. He had also played for the Topeka Owls. Blackie was also voted one of the Top 100 Athletes in Topeka History by the Topeka Capital-Journal.
He taught and coached at Meriden High School, Emmett High School, Robinson High School, Rossville High School, Northern Hills Jr. High School, and Seaman High School. Blackie coached football, girls’ basketball, and baseball. The Kansas Coaches Association recognized him for winning over 400 basketball games. Blackie also had 100 career wins in football and 100 career wins in baseball. He also took various baseball and basketball teams to state competition. He retired in 1988 after 38 years. He continued to substitute teach for another 22 years. He was Seaman Teacher of the Year in 1982.
Duane was a member of the KNEA, Moose Lodge # 555, and Topeka North Post # 400 of the American Legion.
He was married to Julia G. Wells on Oct. 11, 1952, at Topeka. She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 2002. Surviving are his children: Diane L. Melvin of Austin, TX, Donna D. Kirkwood (Chris) of Topeka, Douglas G. Melvin (Debbie) of Denton, and Duane “Scott” Melvin of Noblesville, IN; 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM, Thurs., Jan. 31, 2013, at Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel, 245 NW Independence Ave., Topeka. Interment in Rochester Cemetery. Duane will lie in state after 3:00 PM, Wed., at the funeral chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Duane G. Melvin Memorial Fund c/o Seaman High School, 4850 NW Rochester Road, Topeka, KS 66617.
He graduated from Seaman High School and Washburn University. Duane served in the U.S. Army during World War II. Blackie played professional baseball from 1947 to 1950 and was drafted by the Cleveland Indians and played against Mickey Mantel. He had also played for the Topeka Owls. Blackie was also voted one of the Top 100 Athletes in Topeka History by the Topeka Capital-Journal.
He taught and coached at Meriden High School, Emmett High School, Robinson High School, Rossville High School, Northern Hills Jr. High School, and Seaman High School. Blackie coached football, girls’ basketball, and baseball. The Kansas Coaches Association recognized him for winning over 400 basketball games. Blackie also had 100 career wins in football and 100 career wins in baseball. He also took various baseball and basketball teams to state competition. He retired in 1988 after 38 years. He continued to substitute teach for another 22 years. He was Seaman Teacher of the Year in 1982.
Duane was a member of the KNEA, Moose Lodge # 555, and Topeka North Post # 400 of the American Legion.
He was married to Julia G. Wells on Oct. 11, 1952, at Topeka. She preceded him in death on Nov. 15, 2002. Surviving are his children: Diane L. Melvin of Austin, TX, Donna D. Kirkwood (Chris) of Topeka, Douglas G. Melvin (Debbie) of Denton, and Duane “Scott” Melvin of Noblesville, IN; 4 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be at 1:00 PM, Thurs., Jan. 31, 2013, at Penwell-Gabel Parker-Price Chapel, 245 NW Independence Ave., Topeka. Interment in Rochester Cemetery. Duane will lie in state after 3:00 PM, Wed., at the funeral chapel where the family will receive friends from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Duane G. Melvin Memorial Fund c/o Seaman High School, 4850 NW Rochester Road, Topeka, KS 66617.
Duane "Blackie" Melvin Passes Away
Duane "Blackie" Melvin, former RHS coach back in the late 50s and early 60s passed away Friday night in his sleep. Duane has lived in Thornton Place in Topeka for the last few years after a long career at Seaman High School.
In 2012, Duane was honored as one of the top 100 athletes of Shawnee County. He played minor league baseball for several years before going into coaching.
More info and his obituary will be on this web site as soon as is known.
In 2012, Duane was honored as one of the top 100 athletes of Shawnee County. He played minor league baseball for several years before going into coaching.
More info and his obituary will be on this web site as soon as is known.
Rossville Election Candidates
Candidates for Rossville Spring Elections
Rossville Mayor Candidate
Kenneth D Wichman
Kenneth D Wichman
Rossville City Council Candidates
James F Meyer
Travis Dale Van Vleck
James F Meyer
Travis Dale Van Vleck
Willard Election Candidates
The following people have registered as candidates for Spring Elections for Willard.
Willard Mayor Candidates
Melvin D Sage
Melvin D Sage
Willard City Council Candidates
Heather Renae Dunlap
Lynn Carol Davis
Loretta D Sage
Christine A Reetz
Heather Renae Dunlap
Lynn Carol Davis
Loretta D Sage
Christine A Reetz
Dawgs Defeat Highland Park
Rossville 53, Highland Park 30
The RHS wrestling team defeated Highland Park on Jan. 24 54-30. Individual match results were as follows:
The RHS wrestling team defeated Highland Park on Jan. 24 54-30. Individual match results were as follows:
106 — Cornwell, HP, by forfeit
113 — Jasper, HP, by forfeit
120 — Neria, HP, by forfeit
126 — Gentry, Ros., by forfeit
132 — Bird, Ros., by forfeit
138 — Gentry, Ros., by forfeit
145 — Lambotte, Ros., def. Miller, 21-5
152 — Ressor, Ros., def. Vance, by fall (3:42)
160 — Luellen, Ros., def. Dean, by fall (:43)
170 — Jensen, Ros., by forfeit
182 — Flowers, HP, def. Lovejoy, by fall (4:40)
195 — Goekel, Ros., by forfeit
220 — Dean, HP, by forfeit
285 — Cooper, Ros., def. Lewis, by fall (1:10)
113 — Jasper, HP, by forfeit
120 — Neria, HP, by forfeit
126 — Gentry, Ros., by forfeit
132 — Bird, Ros., by forfeit
138 — Gentry, Ros., by forfeit
145 — Lambotte, Ros., def. Miller, 21-5
152 — Ressor, Ros., def. Vance, by fall (3:42)
160 — Luellen, Ros., def. Dean, by fall (:43)
170 — Jensen, Ros., by forfeit
182 — Flowers, HP, def. Lovejoy, by fall (4:40)
195 — Goekel, Ros., by forfeit
220 — Dean, HP, by forfeit
285 — Cooper, Ros., def. Lewis, by fall (1:10)
Friday, January 25, 2013
RHS Wrestlers at Council Grove Duels
The RHS wrestlers came in fourth of eight teams competing in the Council Grove Duals on Jan. 19. Tagen Lambotte was chosen Outstanding Wrestler of the Tournament
Team Standings were:
1st Wichita South
2nd Council Grove
3rd Lyons
4th Rossville
5th Southeast of Saline
6th Larned
7th Mission Valley
8th Circle
For a full recap of all the matches, go to:
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Ruth Gee Passes Away
(Mary) Ruth Wullschleger Gee passed away on Jan. 15, 2013.
Ruth was born to Kittie M (Hunt) and R.D. Wullschleger on March 15, 1921 on the family farm in Marshall County Kansas. She graduated from Frankfort High School and went to Ottawa University. She taught in one room schools in Kansas. Ruth continued her education at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, where Floyd Gee, from Home, KS. was attending.
Floyd and Ruth married in August 1944 and lived in Indiana where Floyd was a pastor. They had two children, Daniel and Laurel. Years later they moved to Rossville where she worked at Peoples State Bank for many years.
Ruth loved music and played many instruments. She enjoyed gardening and cooking. She also loved to worship and serve the Lord and belonged to the Rossville Bible Church.
Ruth is survived by her husband Floyd; son, Dan (Gwen); daughter Laurel (Steve); sister, Marge; brother, Bob (Margaret); sisters-in-law, Wanda Wullschleger and Edna Gee. She leaves her grandchildren, Andrew, Benjamin (Ashley), Danielle and Joe and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Dick.
Committal services at the Marysville Cemetery were held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 18, 2013. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Piper Funeral Home, St. Marys is assisting the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Gee’s name and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.
Ruth was born to Kittie M (Hunt) and R.D. Wullschleger on March 15, 1921 on the family farm in Marshall County Kansas. She graduated from Frankfort High School and went to Ottawa University. She taught in one room schools in Kansas. Ruth continued her education at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, where Floyd Gee, from Home, KS. was attending.
Floyd and Ruth married in August 1944 and lived in Indiana where Floyd was a pastor. They had two children, Daniel and Laurel. Years later they moved to Rossville where she worked at Peoples State Bank for many years.
Ruth loved music and played many instruments. She enjoyed gardening and cooking. She also loved to worship and serve the Lord and belonged to the Rossville Bible Church.
Ruth is survived by her husband Floyd; son, Dan (Gwen); daughter Laurel (Steve); sister, Marge; brother, Bob (Margaret); sisters-in-law, Wanda Wullschleger and Edna Gee. She leaves her grandchildren, Andrew, Benjamin (Ashley), Danielle and Joe and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Dick.
Committal services at the Marysville Cemetery were held at 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 18, 2013. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Piper Funeral Home, St. Marys is assisting the family. Memorial contributions may be made in Mrs. Gee’s name and sent in care of the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to www.piperfuneralhome.com.
Monday, January 21, 2013
Larry Stroup Passes Away
Larry Stroup, 75, passed away November 27, 2012 in Canon City, CO.
He was born March 17, 1937 in Rossville, KS to Otis F. and Ruth J. (Burlew) Stroup. Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
On June 19, 1971, Larry was united in marriage to Ione Rose in Rossville, KS.
Mr. Stroup worked as a mechanic for International Harvester Truck Service Center in Kansas City, MO and in Ft. Wayne, IN. After moving to Canon City, he worked for Triangle Truck, and later in Pueblo at Wheel Alignment & Brake Shop. He enjoyed going to yard sales and motorcycles. He also enjoyed the Florence Senior Center's activities, where he did some volunteering.
Larry is survived by his wife, Ione; brothers, Otis "Scottie" (Elinor) Stroup; in-laws, Maxine and Jim Hennis and Deannie Woolsey; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and step-father, Dannie N. Morris.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 29, 2012 at the Holt Family Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 30, 2012 at the Holt Chapel of the Garden in Canon City, with Pastor David Almanzar officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain Vale Memorial Park in Canon City. Memorial donations may be made to the Florence Senior Center at PO Box 300, Florence, CO 81226. Arrangements handled through Holt Family Funeral Home. Online condolences @ www.holtfamilyfuneral homes.com
He was born March 17, 1937 in Rossville, KS to Otis F. and Ruth J. (Burlew) Stroup. Larry was a veteran of the U.S. Army.
On June 19, 1971, Larry was united in marriage to Ione Rose in Rossville, KS.
Mr. Stroup worked as a mechanic for International Harvester Truck Service Center in Kansas City, MO and in Ft. Wayne, IN. After moving to Canon City, he worked for Triangle Truck, and later in Pueblo at Wheel Alignment & Brake Shop. He enjoyed going to yard sales and motorcycles. He also enjoyed the Florence Senior Center's activities, where he did some volunteering.
Larry is survived by his wife, Ione; brothers, Otis "Scottie" (Elinor) Stroup; in-laws, Maxine and Jim Hennis and Deannie Woolsey; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and step-father, Dannie N. Morris.
Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Thursday, November 29, 2012 at the Holt Family Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be at 10:00 a.m., Friday, November 30, 2012 at the Holt Chapel of the Garden in Canon City, with Pastor David Almanzar officiating. Interment will follow at Mountain Vale Memorial Park in Canon City. Memorial donations may be made to the Florence Senior Center at PO Box 300, Florence, CO 81226. Arrangements handled through Holt Family Funeral Home. Online condolences @ www.holtfamilyfuneral homes.com
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