Rosemary Divilbiss
Rosemary Divilbiss, 87, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born in Salina on February 7, 1938, Rosemary was the daughter of Elverda Malstrom and Richard Hemmy. She graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1955.
Rosemary met the love of her life, David Divilbiss, at a 4-H barn dance during high school. They were married on May 18, 1973, and recently celebrated 52 years of marriage.
She worked at Sunset School, where she took great joy in caring for the children and being part of their daily lives. She also worked retail at Sears where she met many of her good friends. Outside of work, Rosemary loved gardening, cheering on K-State football, and spending time with her family and friends.
She is survived by her husband, David; her children: Mike Moody (Jan), Steve Moody (Rosie), Tim Green (Rhonda), Richard Divilbiss (Julie), Randy Divilbiss (Deena), Daniel Divilbiss (Carey), and Kristi Fisher (Brian); her siblings: Paul Hemmy (Sharon), Jim Hemmy (Theresa), Bill Hemmy (Toby), Jerry Hemmy (Lori), John Hemmy (Mary), Marilyn Edwards (Beau), Barbara Marsh (Eddy), and Joyce Hemmy.
Rosemary also leaves behind 19 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers Larry Hemmy and Richard Hemmy Jr.; and sisters Carolyn Hemmy Hartle, Darlene Hemmy Williams, Jolene Hemmy, and Janice Hemmy Brown.
A rosary will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday, August 22, 2025, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Salina. The funeral Mass will take place at 10:00 AM on Saturday, August 23, 2025, also at St. Mary’s, with burial to follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery.
The family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or St. Mary’s Catholic Church.
Kristine “Kris” Ann Trow Dickson
Kristine “Kris” Ann Trow Dickson, 75, of Bennington, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
Born on March 15, 1950, in Bennington, Kris was the beloved daughter of Phyllis E. (Larson) and Calvin Eugene Trow.
After graduating from Bennington High School, Kris attended Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas, and then the University of Colorado at Denver, Colorado.
Kris began her 40-year trucking career with Graves Truck Line in Salina, Kansas. She then moved to Denver, Colorado to continue her career with Denver Midwest Motor Freight, Graves Truck Line (Denver) ANR Freight System, HVH Transportation, Ryder Pie Freight and Consolidated Freightways Motor Freight. She received numerous awards for her skills. She ended her working career as a rural letter carrier for the United States Post Office in Brighton, Colorado.
She was Union Steward and negotiated the contracts and disputes for her fellow employees. This did lead her to testify in Federal Court and to the National Labor relations Board on more than one occasion. She strongly believed in workers rights and challenged and defended them to anyone who attempted to abuse them. This made for a lot of entertaining encounters.
Kris was a member of the international Brotherhood of Teamster Local 696 and 961, The Office and Professional Employees International Union Local #5, The Colorado Rural Letter Carriers Association, The Teamster Retiree Association of Denver, United Church of Bennington, United Women’s Club of Bennington, Daughters of the American Revolution and Hope of Minneapolis.
Her life was deeply rooted in the community she loved, and she carried forward the values of family, heritage, and tenacity. She was a devoted Denver Broncos fan and never missed an episode of Outlander.
Kris is lovingly remembered by her grandchildren—Lane Gerlick, Izac Gerlick, and Autumn Gerlick—and her great-grandson, Kratos Gerlick. She also leaves behind her brothers: Dick Trow, Perry Trow, and Mike Trow (Lori), all of Salina. Her warmth and presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her son, Russell Dickson.
In accordance with her wishes, cremation has taken place. Her ashes will be scattered in the Colorado Rockies with 2 bottles of Budweiser beer because she could never drink just one!
A memorial service celebrating Kris’s life will be held at 11:00 am, Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at the United Church of Bennington in Bennington, Kansas.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Daughters of the American Revolution, Mary Wade Strother Chapter.
Harold Gene Shannon
Harold Gene Shannon, 82, of Salina, passed away on August 16, 2025. He was born in Hays, Kansas, on August 27, 1942, to Harold A. and Cathrine (Karlin) Shannon.
Harold grew up in Abilene and graduated from Abilene High School in 1961. After graduating, he married Cecelia Martinson on May 26, 1963.
Harold worked as a custodian for the Officers’ Club at Shilling Air Force Base in Salina. He later worked for Executive Film Deliveries for 21 years and retired from UPS after 21 years in January 2000.
Harold enjoyed go-kart racing and restoring classic cars, with a special interest in Volkswagens. A talented handyman, he kept himself busy and passed on his knack for tinkering to his children. He also enjoyed camping and riding jet skis. Above all, Harold loved his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harold A. and Cathrine Shannon; his brother, Richard L. Shannon; his sisters, Caroline A. Burt and Connie May Shannon.
He is survived by his wife, Cecelia Shannon of Salina; his son, Darrel R. (Rhonda) Shannon of Salina; his daughter, Sherry (Frank) Pausteiner of Arizona; grandchildren Chad Hatfield, Jessie Hatfield, Nikki Hatfield, Darrel G. Shannon, Dannielle J. Shannon, and Dustin Shannon; 14 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and many lifelong friends.
A celebration of life will be announced at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Salina Animal Shelter.
