Obituaries - August 6, 2024

Victor Raymond Schrader

Victor Raymond Schrader, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2024, in his hometown of Salina, Kansas. He was born on February 9, 1956, in Salina, KS, to Raymond and Ella Schrader, who preceded him in death.

Victor is survived by his devoted wife, Debra (Leighton) Schrader; his cherished children, Lori Killingsworth (Dylan), Joshua Schrader (Laura), and Clayton Schrader (Maret); and his adoring grandchildren, Mackenzie, Hunter, Izabella, Olivia, Charlotte, Abigail, and Cora. He was also preceded in death by his grandson, Crosby, who holds a special place in the hearts of his family.

Victor was known for his kind spirit, unwavering dedication to his family, and his warm, engaging presence. Throughout his life, he was a pillar of strength and a source of inspiration to all who knew him. His legacy of love and generosity resonates with those who had the privilege of sharing their lives with him, which will continue through his gifts shared by being a transplant hero.

A memorial service to celebrate Victor's life will be held on Friday, August 9, 2024, at 10:30 AM, at St. John's Lutheran Church in Salina, KS. The family invites all who knew Victor to join them in honoring his memory.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Midwest Transplant Network and the Ronald McDonald House.

Victor's memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, and his spirit will continue to inspire those who knew him. He will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

Debra Dreiling-Armstrong

Debra Dreiling-Armstrong, 66, Salina, died Tuesday, July 30, 2024.  Deb was born July 19, 1958 in Salina, daughter of Robert Armstrong and Karen Armstrong. She worked as an electrician, telephone technician, and most recently an aerospace color manager for Graco Supply.

She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. She was preceded in death by her mother, wife Sandra Dreiling-Armstrong, son-in-law Steven Twietmeyer, nephew Jamie O’Neal, and nephew Brandon Robinson.  

Survivors include father Robert and wife Karel; son Curtis and wife Andrea; daughter April Saskowski and husband Kyle; son Benjamin; sister Kim Vidricksen and husband Willie; sister Robin Crawford and husband Rick; sister Terry Taylor and husband Dave; sister Tammy Shirack and husband Mark; stepbrother Gary Robinson; several grandchildren Bailey, Payten, Easton, Talan, Mara, Gavin, and Hensley, all of Salina; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Service will be held 10:00 AM Tuesday, August 6th, 2024, at Trinity United Methodist Church with burial to follow at Gypsum Hill Cemetery and luncheon at Tumbleweed Event Center.  

A visitation will be held Monday, August 5th from 6:00-8:00 PM at Trinity United Methodist Church.  

Memorials may be made in care of Curtis Pickering in honor of her beloved grandchildren for their education fund.

Fred "Keith" Rowe

Fred "Keith" Rowe, 68, of Salina, passed away July 3, 2024. He was born in Ottawa, KS on November 18, 1955 to Rex and Joan (Scott) Rowe.

Keith served his country in the United States Marine Corps for seven years, specializing in artillery fire control, achieving the rank of Staff Sergeant.

Keith attended the University of Northern Colorado and the University of Oregon, majoring in History with a minor in Russian. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree at Kansas Wesleyan University in History.

Keith worked a variety of jobs before he left the work force due to disability.

His favorite activities included fishing, war gaming, and research, focusing on military and biblical history. He is credited with establishing the orders of battle for GMT Games Crisis:  Korea 1995.

Keith was preceded in death by his father, stepmother Flora, and twin brother, Rex "Buck" Rowe, Jr.

He is survived by his wife, Donna; his mother; brother, Richard Rowe (Jeanne); sister-in-law, Elann Hamilton and his aunts and uncles.

The date for the memorial service has yet to be set.

Wilma June "Willie" Wohler

Wilma June "Willie" Wohler, 87, passed away on Thursday, July 11th at Reflections Retirement Resort in Salina, Kansas.

Wilma was born on June 15th, 1937 in Rural Severy, Kansas to June Elizabeth Wade.

Wilma worked at Tony's Pizza in Salina, Kansas, where she eventually retired and began running her County Line Kennel for approximately 10 years in rural Saline County near Glendale, Kansas.

Some of Wilma’s hobbies were gardening, spending time outdoors, and caring for all birds. She loved flowers and being in her yard. She also loved dogs, especially Yorkies.

Wilma enjoyed going to church when she could and was a member of Grace Baptist Church in Salina. One of Wilma’s favorite sayings was, “Smile til you’re happy and keep it up.”

Wilma is survived by her sisters, JoAnn Unruh, Sheryl Smoot, Shirley Boulanger, and Debbie Magvire; brother, Jim Bowen; sons, Leonard Donaldson (Gayla) of Assaria, Kansas, and Clint Donaldson (Shelley) of Kansas City, Missouri; and daughter, Tami Jensen of Brookville, Kansas. Wilma is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren, and 9 great great grandchildren.

Wilma is preceded in death by her infant son, Kyle; mother, June Elizabeth Wade; daughter, Dallas Riedel; and sister, Sue Jones.

A celebration of life will be held August 10th at 11:00 AM at Grace Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Salina Animal Shelter, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home, 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.

Online condolences may be left for the family through the funeral home website at www.carlsonfh.net or on our facebook page.