Obituaries

Charles Maze Myers

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Charles Maze Myers went to be with his Lord on April 4, 2026, surrounded by his family, at the age of 101 years and 17 days. He was born on March 19, 1925, to Troy and Ruth (Maze) Myers at Callaway. He spent his entire life around Callaway. He graduated from Callaway High School in 1942. He farmed with his Dad and brother, Bob.
Charles Maze Myers

Wilber “Bill” Steve Benjamin, 102

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Wilber “Bill” Steve Benjamin, age 102, passed away on April 6, 2026, in Callaway. Bill was born on Aug. 11, 1923, in Hubbell to Dorothy and George Benjamin. 

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Cristine “Cris” Sierks, 63

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Cristine “Cris” Sierks, 63 of Dunning, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at her home after fighting a courageous battle with cancer. 

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Jerry Edward Weatherly

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Jerry Edward Weatherly was born on Sept. 21, 1943, at home on a farm four miles west of Callaway, to Ross and Verna (Woodward) Weatherly.

Marland (Jay) Peterson

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Marland (Jay) Peterson of Elim Valley passed away on Feb. 25, 2026, doing what he loved, driving around the countryside to visit one of his usual stops. He will always be remembered for not knowing a stranger and giving everyone he loved a little bit of grief.
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Karl Lee Reinhard

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Karl Lee Reinhard, born on Jan. 6, 1937, in Callaway to John and Maxine Reinhard, passed away on Feb. 12, 2026, in the same beloved town. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who left behind a legacy of hard work, passion for nature, and a commitment to family.
Karl Lee Reinhard

Joyce Irene Cook, 79

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of Elsie, passed away Jan. 26, 2026, at Perkins County Health Services in Grant. Joyce was born Nov. 18, 1946, in Shenandoah, Iowa, to Gale 'Bill' and Christina (Slauter) Rood. She grew up in the area and graduated from Callaway High School.
Joyce Irene Cook

Jerri Ann Maxwell, 73

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passed away peacefully Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, surrounded by her husband, Richard (Rich), and daughters, Aimee Lynn and Pamila Jean, after a courageous battle with cancer.
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