Obituaries - Wednesday, March 18

James Glen “Jimmy Mac” McDaniel Obituary March 13, 2026 - Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home & Crematory

March 13, 2026 - May 26, 1945

James Glen “Jimmy Mac” McDaniel, 80, of Abilene, Kansas, passed away Friday, March 13, 2026.

Jimmy Mac was born on May 26, 1945, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, to Bessie May (Brown) McDaniel and James O. McDaniel.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Following his military service, Jimmy Mac worked for more than 40 years as a truck driver. He later retired as a forklift technician, a career through which he met many of his closest friends while working in the Denver area.

Throughout his life, Jimmy Mac was known for his strong work ethic and entrepreneurial spirit. He owned and operated a nightclub and a construction company and was always busy, rarely sitting still. He was also a longtime member of Good Sam Club.

In his free time, Jimmy Mac and his wife, Janet, loved spending time at Marion Lake, which they considered their second home. Together they traveled extensively in their motorhome, enjoying the journey and each other’s company.

James is survived by his loving wife, Janet McDaniel; three daughters, Jennifer McDaniel-Campbell (Michael), Kimberly Moravec (Stephen), and Terri Cummins (Chad); and one brother, Bob McDaniel. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial gathering will be held at a later date and announced by the family.

Carlson Funeral Home

Kenneth "Bob" Bledsoe

March 17, 1951 ~ March 14, 2026

Kenneth "Bob" Bledsoe was born on March 17, 1951, in Salina, Ks. The son of Kenneth and Virginia Bledsoe. He left to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family at the age of 74, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Bob grew up in Salina, where he graduated from Salina High School in 1969, and Salina Vo-Tech where he went for auto-body. On September 4, 1970, he was united in marriage with Linda Main. One son, Robert, and one daughter, Melina, were born to this union.

In the beginning of 1973, he became a proud United States Marine. After the Marine Corps, he worked for the City of Salina, Gamble-Robinson, and eventually retired after 31 years from Beech Aircraft.

Over the years, Bob enjoyed his spare time being a member of the Golden Eagles Motorcycle Club, Central City Street Rods, and Christian Motorcyclists Association. He also enjoyed dirt track racing, but he most enjoyed spending time with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Clara Watts; and brother, Danny Bledsoe.

Bob is survived by loving wife Linda; son, Robert (Sherry); daughter, Melina Ingalsbe (Kerry); grandchildren, Dalton Bledsoe (Jessica), Marissa Bledsoe, Kalen Ingalsbe (Sarah), Garrett Bledsoe (Jackie), Koby Ingalsbe (Emily) and Kaia Ingalsbe (Kobe ); and great-grandchildren, Ruby, Charlie, Lucy, Suzie, and Gabriel Ingalsbe. Also arriving soon, Remy Bledsoe. Siblings, Jim and Jerry Brown; and Virginialee Lessenden. Also, his beloved dog, Shiloh. Additionally, a bundle of nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 19, at Ray Avenue Baptist Church, Salina.

Memorial contributions can be made in care of Linda Bledsoe, to help alleviate financial burdens.

Ryan Mortuary

Arlena Prim

January 20, 1930 - March 14, 2026

Arlena Prim, 96, of Salina, she was a fighter, and she fought until the very end because she did not want to leave her daughter, however she wanted to see God on Saturday, March 14, 2026.  She was born on January 20, 1930, in Parsons, Kansas.  Arlena was a member of multiple churches where she served on the usher board, Sunday School Teacher and Superintendent.  Also, a missionary member and served for many years.  She was on the board for Martin Luther King, Dunbar School Association and BACOS.  She was a faithful worker no matter where she served.

She worked hard doing housework and later achieved a GED.  She took courses in accounting and typing thanks to Rev. Blackmon, who acquired a scholarship at age 40, for her and others.  Seeking employment needless to say, was impossible at the time.  Later, she did work at Westinghouse for 15 years and at the VA in California and then retired, she worked for USD 305 for 24 years with full retirement at age 92.

She is preceded in death by her parents, sisters, Theresa William, Geraldine Briscoe, Jackie Lucas, and brother, Lancer Martin.

Survivors include her only daughter, Kaye Prim; sister, Rachel Holt-Fikes; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford Street, Salina.

Funeral service will be 10 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, at St. John’s Missionary Baptist, 215 S Chicago Street, Salina.  Burial will follow in Roselawn Cemetery.

Roselawn Memorial Park