Barry Leroy Korb
Barry Leroy Korb, age 80, was born on October 28, 1945, in Beloit, Kansas, and was raised in Burr Oak, Kansas. He peacefully entered eternal life, surrounded by family on January 3, 2026 in Salina, Kansas, his home of more than 50 years.
Barry was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Ruth Korb, and his brother, Don (Sheila) Korb.He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Patricia Korb; his sisters, Gayna(John) Schoenrock, Cindy (Dean) Adamson; his children, Jason (Erin) Korb, Kevin (Crissy) Korb, Heidi (Kevin) McDonald, and Kelli Carrazco; his grandchildren, Tyler (Jordan) Korb, Zaide (Rylee) Korb, Caitlyn(Nick) Sanders, Chase Korb, Izzy Rivera, Jacob (Becca) Pyeatt, Casey (Keegan) Pyeatt, Allison (Connor) Korb, Shawn (Jaden) Pyeatt, Kaden Korb, Kody Korb, Jadynne Smith, Deacon (Annabelle) McDonald, Damon McDonald, Kinzi McDonald, Devin Slate, Dylan Shomaker, Christiana(Jesus) Lachica, Christian (Elissa) Carrazco, Noah (Aubrey) Carrazco and Nakai McMiller; and his great-grandchildren, Isla Korb, Isai Lachica, Adalia Lachica, Sayid Lachica and Salvador Carrazco.
Barry proudly served his country for more than 20 years in the National Guard, a commitment that reflected his strong sense of duty, service, and patriotism. Throughout his life, he was always willing to lend a hand, quietly helping wherever he saw a need. Acts of service were not something Barry talked about, they were how he lived.A man of Christian faith, Barry trusted in the Lord and lived his life guided by biblical values. He was devoted to his family and found great joy in the generations that followed him. He will be remembered for his humble heart, and unwavering love for those around him.
In his quieter moments, Barry enjoyed collecting brass items as well as swords and knives, interests that reflected both his appreciation for craftsmanship and history.
While his passing leaves a great void in the lives of those who loved him, we rejoice in the promise of eternal life and take comfort knowing Barry is now at peace, reunited with loved ones, and resting in the presence of his Savior.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 10, 11:00 AM, at CrossPoint Church in Salina.
In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to CrossPoint Church, 621 Westport Blvd, Salina KS, in Barry’s memory.
Peggy Ann (Peg) Martin Colborn
Peggy Ann (Peg) Martin Colborn was born June 18, 1933 in Attica, KS, to Carlysle and Bessie (Mayfield) Martin. She died January 3, 2026 in Newton, KS.
She met Frank (Don) Colborn in Emporia and they married on March 12, 1954. Seven children were born of this union.
As a young mother in Newton, KS, Peg attended Wichita State University and, in 1977, after completing Baccalaureate and Masters Degrees in Clinical Psychology, graduated with honors and with all seven of her children present. She worked in a variety of disciplines through the years: as an instructor at WSU, advertising and public relations writer in Newton and Director of Public Relations at Colby Community College, retiring in 1992. The Colborns then moved to Solomon and Peg reentered the work force as PR Director at Memorial Hospital in Abilene until she retired permanently in 1998. She then developed a home-based, desktop publishing business under the name “PC Services.”
Peg was a member of Kansas Press Women and the National Federation of Press Women, earning many awards for her work, including National first place recognition in short story writing, public speaking and PR campaign development. While in Newton, she was active in theatre production for many years on both sides of the lights. She was an avid reader and fitness enthusiast, and loved traveling.
After a series of health setbacks, Peg was unable to walk or travel extensively and utilized the computer to maintain close ties with family and friends. She continued to write, her efforts running the gamut from poetry to books, especially one volume in which was collected a lifetime of her published and unpublished works, completed at age 77 and titled Odyssey of a Writer. She also wrote a biography of her mother and, at age 80, took on the task of transcribing and writing continuity for annual diaries written by her father from 1941 to 1977. That labor of love, completed in 2017, was her last serious writing effort.
Peg was an avid bridge and, nearing 80 years old, she began volunteering at a local assisted living center, teaching and playing bridge with residents on a regular basis. This one activity brought her more pleasure, she said, than any other. She was able to share the game she loved with others of her generation who no longer felt able to join clubs and get “out and about.”
Peg was preceded in death by Don, beloved spouse of 68 years; eldest son, Alan; her parents; three brothers: Harold “Buddy,” Raymond “Shorty,” and Bob; two sisters: Claudine and Cora “Corkie;” and granddaughter, Samantha. She is survived by four sons: Martin (Roxann) of Newton, Michael (Kathleen) of Newton, Richard of Salina, and David of Coffeyville; two daughters: Cathy (Will) Summers of Albany, OR, and Amy (Richard) Vigil of Lynchburg, VA; eleven grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and one sister, Helen of Columbia, MO.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, Salina, on Saturday, January 10, at 10:00 AM. Burial will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery, Solomon.
In lieu of flowers, Peg requested that donations be made to the Salina Mission or the Salina Food Bank.
Robert “Bob” Willis Northcutt (Papa)
Robert “Bob” Willis Northcutt (Papa) passed away Jan. 2, 2026, at his home in Salina, KS, surrounded by family. He was born Sept. 29, 1950, in Wichita, KS, to Dewey and Eva Northcutt and grew up with three brothers. On June 10, 1978, he married Joy Gale DeWitt, the love of his life. As their family grew, they enjoyed memories made with their children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. They also cared for Joy’s mother, Billie, for nearly 20 years in their home.
Bob spent his entire 44-year career in the highway asphalt industry, retiring as the plant manager for Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions in 2021. He also served the community with the Saline County Mounted Patrol & Rescue Squad. An avid outdoorsman, Bob enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, target shooting, dirt track racing, and cooking, and enjoyed sharing these hobbies with his family. In his later years, he grew to love traveling, especially to historical monuments and national parks. Bob also spent many hours fishing with his brother, Rodnie Dean, enjoying the solitude of nature. His greatest joy was spending time with his family, all of whom were with him in his final days.
Survivors include his brothers, Rodnie Dean (Kathleen) and Ed; his children, Rob “Willie” (Kelly) of Nashville, TN; Sandra Williams of Topeka, KS; Adam (Kristi) of Lindsborg, KS; and Billy (Beth) of Salina, KS; eight grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, with one on the way.
Bob is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joy; and his brother, Kenny.
The family will receive visitors Thursday, Jan. 8, from 5-7 p.m. and a memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 9, at 10 a.m., both at Ryan Mortuary, 137 N. Eighth St. Burial will follow the service at Brookville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Saline County Mounted Patrol & Rescue Squad, in care of Ryan Mortuary.
Kylee Deeann Fringer
Kylee Deeann Fringer, 32, of Oakley, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
Kylee was born on February 28, 1993, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Daniel Fringer and Kimberly (Tanner) Fringer. She was a devoted mother and cherished her family deeply.
She is survived by her beloved children: Jessie Doetz, Chase Hillman, and Paisley Hann; and her siblings: Ameree Lovell, Justine Fringer, Tori Elener, Brittany Fringer, and Braydan Fringer. Kylee also leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews who adored her.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Kimberly; her nephew, Landon Fringer; and her stepfather, James Boeger.
Kylee will be remembered for her love, strength, and the joy she brought to those around her. Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.
Cremation has been chosen and services will be announced at a later date.
John Alvin Bettes
John Alvin Bettes, 82, of Eucha, Oklahoma, passed away on December 13, 2025, after a short illness, at the St. Francis Hospital, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Alvin was born March 5, 1943, in Delaware, Oklahoma to Wilbur and Lela Bettes. He was one of eight children, five boys and three girls. Alvin graduated from Burdett High School, Burdett, Kansas, in 1961. He also attended Marymount College in Salina, from 1978 and 1980.
Alvin joined the Army as a young man, and later the US Army Reserves. He retired from the Army as Sergeant First Class (E7) in 2003. Alvin was awarded several Certificates of Training and Recognitions during his years of service and earned the Army Commendation Medal in 1994 for meritorious service while serving as a senior track commander and as the nuclear, biological, chemical noncommissioned officer in 1991.
Alvin married Linda Lee Randolph on August 16, 1986, in Salina, Kansas. Alvin and Linda have five children between them. Tamra Graves (with three children, six grandchildren), Tracey Bettes (with one child), Shelly Sheppard (with three children, three grandchildren), Janet Rasmussen (with one child, three grandchildren), and Jennie Bettes (with two children, four grandchildren).
Alvin worked at ADM Milling and Ginder Hydraulic in Salina for many years. He enjoyed reading, history, prospecting, cowboy action shooting, storm chasing, amateur radio (call sign “Woodrat”), fishing, mountains, and telling Macy (granddaughter) all about the stars.
Remaining to cherish Alvin’s memory are his wife, five children, ten grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. His sisters Mary Louise and Nancy Ann, brother Kenny, and numerous in laws, nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be 10 a.m., Friday, January 23, 2026, at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford Street, Salina. Military Honors will be provided by the Salina VFW Post 1432.
Memorials may be made to Heier Scott Mortuary and Cremations, 1920 East Crawford Street, Salina, Kansas 67401.
