Obituaries - Thursday, June 18
Earl “Terry” Walters
August 10, 1947 - June 15, 2026
Earl Terral “Terry” Walters , died June 15, 2026, at Enterprise Estates Nursing Center, Enterprise, KS. He was born August 10, 1947, in Salina, the son of Earl and Margurite (Newman) Walters. Terry was married to Patricia Mae (Reeve) Walters for 44 years before her death in 2023. He worked for Scoular Grain Company until his retirement in 2012.
Earl is preceded in death by a stepson, Michael Spencer.
He is survived by his sons; Earl Walters and James Walters and Sam Walters; his step daughters, Angela Stout, Teresa Urton, Jataner Lyne and Elizabeth Markle; and three sisters, Audrey Ragland, Rita Gieger, and Carolyn Neaubauer.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 am Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at Ryan Mortuary, Salina. Burial will be in Gypsum Hill Cemetery, Salina.
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Charles Edward Cain
February 15, 1945 - June 15, 2026
Charles Edward Cain , 81, passed away on June 15, 2026. He was born on February 15, 1945.
Charles lived a life defined by hard work, dedication, and a deep love for his family. He approached every job and responsibility with pride and a strong work ethic, always striving to do his very best. Over the years, he worked in several different occupations, earning the respect of coworkers and friends alike. He successfully operated his own business for several years, served as a Certified Nursing Assistant at Presbyterian Manor, and most recently welcomed customers with his friendly smile as a greeter at Conklin Cars in Salina.
Above all, Charles cherished his family. He found great joy in spending time with those he loved and took pride in watching his family grow through the generations.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Myrtle Cain, and seven brothers and sisters.
Charles is survived by his beloved wife, Reta Cain; his children, Carma Roberts (Kevin), Duane Cain (Mandie), and Greg Cain; his grandchildren, Emily Strome (Clansey), Ashley Miller (Brad), and Chandler Cain; his great-grandchildren, Charlette, Logan, Barrett, Elliott, and Jett; and his sister, Jean Kingery. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will miss him dearly.
Charles will be remembered for his kindness, dependability, strong work ethic, and unwavering devotion to his family. His legacy lives on in the lives of those he loved and who loved him in return.
One of Charles's greatest joys was coaching baseball. The years he spent coaching left a lasting impact on countless young players. Even decades later, former players would often stop to visit him and share memories of those days on the ball field. Charles always remembered the stories, the games, and, most importantly, the people. He treasured those conversations and the relationships he built through the sport he loved.
"Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down to let us know they are happy."
Charles's memory will be treasured always, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Tuesday June 23, 2026, at Ryan Mortuary, Salina, KS.
Memorials may be made to Faith Free Will Baptist Church, Salina, KS, or the American Heart Association.
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Karen Marie (Carney) Riedel
November 19, 1951 - June 13, 2026
SALINA- In loving memory, we honor the life of Karen Marie (Carney) Riedel. Surrounded by family and friends, Karen peacefully gained her wings on June 12th, 2026, at Brookdale Senior Living in Salina, Kansas, where she called home for the past two years.
Born November 19th, 1951, in Salina, Karen was the beloved daughter of John and Helen (Baker) Carney. Karen grew up in Salina where she attended Salina High School. With her bubbly personality and the ability to find the good in everyone she met, it was no surprise when she met the love of her life, Steven Riedel. Karen and Steve proclaimed their everlasting love for one another as they united in marriage in 1972.
The couple soon found a house and settled in Brookville, Kansas, where they would find happiness for the rest of their lives. While being pregnant with their first child, Karen helped Steve remodel their house creating a beautiful home for their growing family. The couple built the most loving space to take on the challenge of raising two sons, John and Eric Riedel.
While her children were young, Karen worked part time in the evenings at The Brookville Hotel where she met many famous people and movie stars. By the early 1980’s, she worked in the Kansas Technical Institute (KTI) Student Union cooking homestyle meals for the students and staff members. Many of them can still recall her wonderful cooking and the way she made everyone feel welcome. Karen eventually moved into management at the college bookstore when KTI became K-State Salina. She took pride in being a part of the students’ everyday routines.
Her presence always seemed to make the campus feel a little more like home. She continued to manage and run the bookstore until she decided to retire in 2019 after more than three decades of dedication to the school.
Karen had an unforgettable personality, the kind that could turn Monday blues into an adventure. She never knew a stranger and could charm even the most difficult of customers. She enjoyed singing in the church choir, baking (especially when it meant adding a little extra vanilla) and cooking Sunday dinners for her family. Those who she shared her recipes with are considered the lucky ones because her cooking was out of this world. She was also the city clerk of Brookville for 35 years. In her spare time, Karen could be found helping a local floral shop creating the most beautiful bouquets of flowers. Among her many wonderful talents, Karen even had her private pilot’s license.
Karen was preceded in death by her parents, John and Helen; sister, Jane; and her husband, Steven Riedel.
Surviving family members include her two sisters, Mary Lou Capsey and Sue Maurath (Albert); nephews, Lance McNulty (Sherrie), Tom Capsey (Penny), Jacob Markle, and Joseph Krier; nieces, Teresa Hart (Darrin) and Jennifer Krier; sister-in-law, JoAnn Krier; and brother-in-law, Gary Riedel.
Because of losing their mother as teenagers, Karen and her sisters share an unbreakable bond that not even the U.S Army could penetrate.
Also surviving are her sons, John (Shari) and Eric (Crissie); grandchildren, John Riedel (Chelbie), Abbigail Riedel and Tyler Walker, Brett Riedel, Steven Riedel, Niko Riedel; great-grandson Waylon Riedel; and many other extended family members and friends.
Visitation is scheduled for 4-8 pm on Wednesday, June 17, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina, with family present from 5-8.
Memorials may be made in Karen’s honor to the Brookville United Methodist Church, care of the church or Ryan Mortuary.
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Gracie Belle Cox
December 27, 1932 - June 1, 2026
Gracie Belle Cox, 93, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 1st, 2026.
Gracie was born in Dothan, Alabama on December 27, 1932, a daughter of Mary Frances (Johns) and Moses Beacham.
She graduated from Carver Sr. High School in Dothan in 1950 and married Clarence Cox, Sr. and moved to Salina in November 1951. They had 7 children. Clarence, Sr. passed away in 1962.
Gracie attended Brown Mackie College in Salina. She was hired by Saline County in the County Appraiser's office and retired after 30+ years of service.
Gracie was involved in many community organizations, including the Salina NAACP, Quayle United Methodist Church, until it closed, and later became a member of Trinity United Methodist Church.
Survivors include her four daughters, Angelyn Robbins, of Kansas City, Missouri, Debora Cox, of Salina, Kansas, Fatimah Denise Daud, of Kansas City, Missouri, Alesia Cox, of Kansas City, Missouri; two sons, Clarence Cox, Jr., of Virginia, and James Cox, of Kansas City, Missouri.
Gracie is also survived by 21 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Clarence Cox, Sr.; daughter, Anita Cox; brother, James Beacham; and sisters, Ruby and Annie Ruth.
Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 17, from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, June 18, at Roselawn Cemetery, Salina, Kansas.
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