Michael Lamone
Michael George “Boomer” Lamone, 79, of Overland Park, Kan., and formally of Salina, Kan., passed away on Friday, January 24, 2025. He was born on December 27, 1945, in Kansas City, Mo., to George and Virginia (Cox) Lamone.
Boomer was joined in marriage to Roberta “Bobbie” Page on September 20, 1975, in Salina. He was president of Lamone Candy & Tobacco Company of Salina for many years and then spent sixteen years as a financial advisor before retiring.
Survivors include his sons, Michael (Abby) and Brian; grandchildren, Braun and Zuzu; brothers, John (Donna) and Thomas (Peggy); sister, Barbara Dolan; and many good friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife of 42 years, Bobbie; and brother, Gregory.
A celebration of life visitation will be held from 3-5 p.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at 137 N. 8th Street.
Memorials may be made to DVACK, 148 N Oakdale Ave, Salina, KS 67401.
Florine Jane (Friedli) Ayre
Florine Jane (Friedli) Ayre, 97, of Salina, Kan., passed away Saturday, January 25, 2025.
Lourena Laura Korinek
Lourena Laura Korinek, 74, of Salina, Kansas, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.
Lourena was born in Ellsworth, Kansas on September 23, 1950, a daughter of the late Alice E. (Merrill) and Earl J. McCall.
She was a cosmetologist for 40+ years and worked for TLC until retirement.
On September 20, 1969, Lourena married Frank H. Korinek
Survivors include her husband, Frank; daughter, Nicole Hopkins (Jason); son, Ryan Korinek (Ra Shel), all of Salina, Kansas.
She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, Ian Ward, Jacob Hopkins, Isaac Ward (Dolcey), Faythe Kuder (Scott), Chance Korinek (Lindsey), Coleson Hopkins (Mialee Miller); and 4 great grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her parents; brother, Lindon McCall; 2 sisters, Gloria McCall and Julie McCall.
Visitation will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Wednesday, January 29th, with the family receiving friends from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at 500 S. Ohio St.
The Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, January 30th at 500 S. Ohio St.
Burial will follow at Ellsworth Memorial Cemetery, Ellsworth, Kansas.
The family requests donations be made to Frank Korinek to be used for organ transplant recipient's family care and expenses, sent in care of 500 S. Ohio St., Salina, Kansas.
James William Clanton
James William Clanton of Salina, Kansas, passed away, Friday, January 24th, 2025.
Bill was born in Salina, Kansas on November 18, 1933, to Edith Maude (Allison) and James Everette Clanton.
After graduating high school, he worked as a mechanic at Long McArthur. During that time, he proudly served in the United States Army for two years. He returned to Long McArthur, while still serving in the Army Reserves. After 28 years, he started Bill’s Truck and Auto Repair. He continued to work until he was 87 years old. With his last wrecker call when he was 88.
Bill began his racing career in 1999 and raced cruisers and hobby stock. He thought his racing career ended after he broke his neck while racing and after he recovered, he resumed racing for a couple more races. But still supported his grandson, Shannon in the modified class.
Survivors include three daughters, Marva Weller (Doug), of Salina, Kansas; Debi Yockey (Todd Nelson), of Salina, Kansas; and Linda Grob (Don), of Salina, Kansas; former wife, Melba Clanton, of Salina, Kansas.
He is also survived by grandchildren, Shayna Barbee (Rob), Michael Weller (Joycelyn), John Yockey, Rashell Yockey (Mike Jaklevic), Thomas Yockey (Adrianna), Shannon Johnson (Sarah), Aric Grob (Kennidi); and 15 great grandchildren; many other family members.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Margarette Tyler and Venita Aldridge; 2 nieces; and 1 nephew.
Family will receive friends from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Friday, January 31st, at 500 S. Ohio St.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 am, Saturday, February 1st, 2025 at First Southern Baptist Church in Salina, Kansas with Dr. Tyler Ball officiating.
Burial will follow at Highland Cemetery in Minneapolis, Kansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be written to Debi Yockey for a night to honor Bill at Salina Speedway.
