Wednesday, April 12, 2017

Lora and Sara Shinn Honored

Lora and Sara Shinn were nominees for the Capital-Journal Athlete Of The Week this week.  The twin sisters were a big part of the offense at the plate during the Dawg's 4-0 start of the season, with the pair going 18/35 with 5 doubles, 4 homers and 22 RGIs.Sara had 3 of the homers and scored 8 runs and each had 11 RBIs

Tuesday, April 11, 2017

Softball Team Wins Two

    The RHS girls continued their perfect record with two convincing wins over the Wabaunsee Chargers on April 7.  The scores were 13-2 and 15-5 to up their season record to 4-0.

Baseball Team Loses Two

   The RHS baseball team dropped two games against Wabaunsee on April 7.  The scores were 12-1 and 9-5 which brings the season record to 1-3 thus far.

Vincent Dudney Passes Away



 Vincent Bryce "Pete"  Dudney, 80, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2017 at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
He was born January 3, 1937 at Dover, the son of Vincent G. and Edna Lister Dudney..  Pete graduated from Dover High School in 1955 and served in the Kansas Army National Guard.
Pete worked for the Gas Service Company retiring after 44 years of service.  He was an avid Coon Hunter and played softball in his younger years.  Pete was on the football "Chain Gang" at Rossville High many years and loved to fish.  He was a small engine mechanic. Pete was a member of Jimmie Lillard Post No. 31 of the American Legion in Rossville and the Rossville United Methodist Church.
On August 17, 1958 he was united in marriage to Barbara  Gentry at Rossville.  She preceded him in death on July 8, 2011.
Survivors include his son, Mark Dudney, Silver Lake; two daughters, Robyn Dudney, Silver Lake, and Brenda Powell, Temple TX; two sisters, Beverly (Larry) Ketter, Topeka and JoAnn (Neil) Crow, Maple Hill; brother-in-law, Bill Gentry, Rossville; sister-in-law, Linda Gentry, Rossville; his granddaughter, Alayna Powell, Temple, TX.
Memorial graveside services will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, April 13, 2017 at the Rossville Cemetery.  The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at the Rossville United Methodist Church.
In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Pete Dudney Memorial Fund, the Rossville United Methodist Church or Jimmie Lillard Post No. 31 of the American Legion and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St., St. Marys, Kansas 66536.

Saturday, April 8, 2017

Softball Team Rolls Over Santa Fe

    The RHS softball team got off to an excellent start with two lopsided wins over Santa Fe Trail on Thursday,  April 4.  The scores were  15-0 and 10-1.

Dawgs Split With Santa Fe In Baseball

    The RHS baseball team split a double Header with Santa Fe Trail on April 4,  The Dawgs won the first game 18-11,  but lost the second one 3-5.

Friday, April 7, 2017

State FCCLA Results

Ariel Sherer-received a Gold in Career Investigation and qualified for Nationals.

Cheyenne Reese and MaKenzie Decklar-received a silver in Life Event Planning Senior

Allison Perry-received a silver in Life Event Planning Junior

Karsen Waggoner and Liam Grant-received a bronze in Sports Nutrition and each qualified for a $500 scholarship to Johnson & Wales University for placing 3rd.

Sally Heslet Passes Away


      Due to complications from cancer and surrounded by family, Sally Heslet, 76, went to be with the Lord on April 1st, 2017.
      Sally was born July 31st, 1940 to Raymond Rice and Mary Kinsey in Kansas City, MO. After moving to Kansas from Des Moines, IA, Sally worked food service and bartending for the Knights of Columbus in St. Marys, KS and the American Legion Post #31 in Rossville, KS. She was then employed by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas before running the Swirly Top restaurant in Rossville from 1993 to 2010. Sally was an avid reader and loved her stable of television shows. She was a loving and caring mother. Sally was best known for her role as a grandmother, commonly called Grammy by the entire family. She was a great listener and an even better talker. Sally will be missed greatly but her legacy will undoubtedly continue on through her impact on the community, friends, and family.
      Sally was preceded in death by her mother, Mary Kingcade of Ukiah, CA. She is survived by her sister, Mary Patricia Sheridan of California, as well as her four children: Jesse; Tina of Drexel, MO; Tammy of Rossville, KS; and Tonya of Silver Lake, KS. Sally has many grandchildren and great-grandchildren whom she was most proud of and loved very much.
      A Celebration of Life is planned for Monday, April 10th, at 10 A.M. at the Rossville United Methodist Church. Memorial contributions in Sally s name can be made to the Helping Hands Humane Society, American Legion Post #31 of Rossville, or the Rossville United Methodist Church. Special thanks to all friends, family, and acquaintances who have made Sally s life so full of joy and love. 

Thursday, April 6, 2017

State FBLA Results

National Qualifiers
L to R front:  Taylor Morelli, Erika Hatina, Sidney Murray, Emily Woodcock.
L to R rear:  Kylee Badura, Ryan Ehrlich, Paul Borcherding.

State Placers
L to R front:  Taylor Morelli, Erika Hatina, Sidney Murray, Emily Woodcock.
L to R rear:  Kylee Badura, Ashley Rietcheck, Reed Miller, 
Andrew Hudson, Sam Thederahn, Ryan Ehrlich, Paul Borcherding.

For more photos and information, go to:  http://rossvilleksalumninews.blogspot.com/2017/04/2017-state-fbla-results.html

Oliver Dredger Passes Away

Oliver William Dredger Jr., 85, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2017 at the St. Marys Manor.
Requiem Mass will be at 7:00 A.M. Thursday, April 6, 2017 at Assumption Chapel in St. Marys.  Interment will be in Our Lady Of Peace Cemetery.  Mr. Dredger will lie in state on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 from 1:00 until 4:00 PM. at Piper Funeral Home.  A rosary will be recited at 5:20 P.M. Wednesday at Assumption Chapel. Memorial contributions may be made in his name and sent in care of Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple, St. Marys, KS.  66536.
His complete obituary can be read at:
http://piperfuneralhome.com/obituaries/oliver-william-dredger-jr/

Golf Team At Wamego Inv.

    The RHS boys golf team competed in the Wamego Invitational on April 4, coming in 7th.  Leading the Rossville team was Andrew Hudson with a 97.  Close behind of Trey Anderson with a 100.

Wednesday, April 5, 2017

Latest Willard Bridge Construction Photos





Ruth Godbey Passes Away

    Ruth G. Williams Godbey, 91, died April 3, 2017 in Circle of Life Hospice care at Concordia Nursing and Rehab, Bella Vista, Arkansas. She was cremated.
    Born June 22, 1925 in Atchison, Kansas, she was the 4th of 5 children of Charles E. (Ed) Williams Sr. and Mary Ellen (Nellie) Hicks Williams. Her early years included school, keeping up with 2 older brothers, exploring the Missouri River bluffs, and raising pets: Pooch, her 21-year-old terrier and too many cats to name. Her childhood was marred by the loss of her mother, when Ruth was 11 years old. Ruth graduated from Atchison High School in 1943. She was an avid swimmer, an accomplished pianist, and a skilled seamstress, crocheter, and quilter, as well as the best cook ever!
    Her early work years included ushering at her sister s theater and working at Montgomery Ward in Atchison. Ruth met Bill, her husband of 58 years, who worked for Santa Fe, and they married in 1948. They had four children. Ruth was a stay-at-home mom. In 1959, the family moved to Topeka and Ruth accepted jobs as office manager for American Linen Supply and Jostens American Yearbook. When Bill retired in 1974, they moved to Salina, KS for 7 years, where Ruth worked for Bill s brother in his chiropractic clinic.
    Their next move was to Rossville, KS to be closer to family. Ruth volunteered at the local library there. In 2006, with Bill in failing health, they returned to Topeka to a maintenance-free condominium.
    After Bill s death in 2006, Ruth later moved to Atria Hearthstone, then to Martin Creek Apartments. In 2012, needing assisted living, she moved to Bella Vista, Arkansas when family moved here. She was able to keep her beloved cat, Pixie, at The Brookfield Assisted Living. After 4 years there, Ruth lived in Memory Care at The Meadows in Bentonville. In declining health, she transferred to Concordia, where she died peacefully.
    Surviving are her sister, Margaret Sewell, Kansas City, MO; daughter, Bonnie Schrick, Independence, Mo; son, Jerry Godbey, Camden Point, MO; daughter, Debbie Gudenkauf (Steve), Wilton, CA; daughter, Linda Klem (Ed), Bella Vista, AR; 7 grandchildren, numerous great and great-great grandchildren.
    The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude and thanks to the many CNA s, EMT s, and healthcare workers who provided loving care and attention at The Brookfield, Comfort Keepers, The Meadows, Encompass Home Health Care, Concordia Nursing and Rehab, Circle of Life Hospice and Mercy Hospital.
    A Celebration of Life to honor Ruth will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Bella Vista Funeral Home & Crematory. On-line condolences may be made at 
www.funeralmation.com

Sara Shinn On NEK All-Star VB Team

    Sara Shinn represented Rossville High School on Sunday, at the NEK All Star volleyball game @ Highland Community College.  She played for the victorious Navy Team that won 3-1.