Obituaries - Saturday, August 1
Kathleen (Napier) Pratt
February 23, 1942 - July 28, 2026
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother, wife, grandmother and great grandmother. Kathleen Pratt passed away peacefully on July 28, 2026.
Kathleen was born on February 23rd, 1942, in Ellsworth, Kansas. Her parents were Nial Voss Napier and Leonilla Seus Napier.
Kathleen attended Sacred Heart high school and Marymount College. She met her beloved husband, Bill during their high school years and married in 1962. For 63 years they built a life filled with family and many adventures. Bill and Kathleen loved to travel, with their children, their grandchildren and throughout their retirement. Traveling most of the US collecting National Park stamps along the way.
Kathleen also enjoyed volunteering, time with family and friends, playing bridge and crafting of all kinds. She discovered her passion and talent for painting. She received numerous awards for her work.
She is survived by her daughters Karen Lynn Gebhardt, Lori Ann Perez (Tom), and Julie Marie Leiker (Garry). Siblings, James Napier (Lou) and Norita Whightsil, Grandchildren, Elizabeth Parrish, Nicholas Gebhardt, Jordan Gebhardt (Dana), Christopher Gebhardt, (KeShawnda), Tommy Perez (Jamie), Joshua Perez (Gretchen), Jaide Perez (Isaac), Shane Perez (Makiah), Billie Weaver, Cole Leiker and 21 great grandchildren.
Kathleen is preceded in death by her beloved husband Bill Pratt, her parents, siblings, Rosemary (Napier) Amend and David Napier Mildred (Pratt) Wiggins.
Service will be at the Sacred Heart Cathedral 118 N. 9th St. Salina, KS, Thursday August 6, 2026, 10:00 am with lunch to follow.
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Toby Lynn Marco
April 26, 1971 - July 28, 2026
Toby Lynn Marco , 55, Abilene, died suddenly on July 28, 2026, as the result of a tragic work-related roadway accident on I-35 near Salina, KS. He was born April 26, 1971, in Aurora, NE, the son of Jimmie Lynn and Ruth Ann (Morris) Marco. He held a degree in construction engineering and was an inspector for Lockner.
He is survived by his wife, Kristi, his father, Jim Marco, daughter, Amanda, son, Quiten {Crystal}, brothers, Vance {Marisa}, Vince {Naomi}, Vic and Jimmy {Lori} and sister, Holly {Ed Hoffman} and three grandson's, Mason, Jaxxon and Braxton, who lovingly referred to him as "Papa T.", as well as several nieces and nephews.
Graveside memorial interment services will be held at a later date in Wolbach, Nebraska.
Memorial may be made to the family in care of Ryan Mortuary, Salina.
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Janet Sue (Sundgren) Petitjean
December 18, 1953 - July 21, 2026
Janet Sue Petitjean, 72, of Brookville, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
Janet was born on December 18, 1953. She shared her life with her beloved husband of 46 years, Mark. Together they created a home filled with love and countless memories. She built a life centered on faith, family, and caring for those she loved most.
Above all else, Janet's greatest joy was her family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who treasured every moment spent with those she loved. She is survived by her husband, Mark Petitjean; her four children, Kelsey, Chris, Mac, and Kyle; her three daughters-in-law, Lee, Jill, Allison; and her eight beloved grandchildren; Parker, Tatum, Archer, Atticus, Sylvie, Milo, Alister and Dawson, all who brought immeasurable joy to her life.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Eugene and Thelma Sundgren, and is also survived by her sisters, Betty Gray and Jean Hoeh.
There will be a memorial service held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N 8th St, Salina, KS.
Memorial donations may be made in Janet’s honor to St. Joseph Catholic Church, care of Ryan Mortuary.
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