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Dale’s life began on Aug. 26, 1951, in Kansas City, Kan., son of Fred Martin and Martha Kathryn Armbruster DeHoff Jr. They lived in La Cygne, Kan., where he grew up and attended public school.
Dale loved the Dallas Cowboys, concerts and sticking around to get the star musician’s autograph. He collected records, posters, magazines, newspaper articles and pop cans. You could also see him walking through town looking for loose change.
Dale’s loving family includes his brother and his wife, Dr. Fred and Gayle DeHoff of Louisburg, Kan.; sister and her husband, Kathi and Manuel Munoz of El Dorado, Kan.; nieces and nephews Brandy Kalinka, Kristin (Jeremiah) Ross, Manolito (Abby) Munoz, and Marco, Joshua and Marcelino Munoz; great nieces and nephews Lindy, Ellie, Jimmy and Harrison Kalinka, Sam Hunsperger, Molly, Macy and Skyler Munoz, and Kaleb and Jaxtin Ross.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Dale passed away with his family by his side on Wednesday, March 29, 2017, having reached the age of 65 years old.
His funeral service was held on Monday, April 3, at Carlson Colonial Funeral Home with nephew Manolito Munoz officiating. He was then laid to rest, next to his mother and father at the Louisburg Cemetery in Louisburg.
Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Paradigm Services from “Donations by Dale” for the needs and benefits of their clients. Please sign his online guest book and leave a memory of Dale at www.carlsonkirbymorris.com.

OBITUARIES

Russell Glen “Rusty” Moore ~ 06-19-1956 to 12-02-2025

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Linn County News Published December 10, 2025   Russell Glen “Rusty” Moore, age 69, La Cygne, Kan., passed away Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025. He was born on June 19, 1956, in Butler, Mo., the son of Loy and Anna Lee Moore. He graduated from Prairie View High School... [More]

Carl A. Otto ~ 02-12-1926 to 12-06-2025

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Linn County News Published December 10, 2025   Carl A. Otto, 99, LeRoy, Kan., passed away Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at Coffey County Hospital, Burlington, Kan. He was born on Feb. 12, 1926, in Pierce, Neb., to Clyde and Myrtle (Watson) Otto. Visitation will be 10 a.m.... [More]

Rose Anna Templin ~ 01-18-1959 to 11-22-2025

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Linn County News Published December 3, 2025   Rose Anna Templin, age 66, of La Cygne, Kan., passed away Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.    A graveside service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at the Brooklyn Cemetery, La Cygne, Kan. A gathering to celebrate... [More]

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NEWS

Commissioners discuss potential ballot item affecting local businesses

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During the meeting on Monday, Dec. 8, commissioners broached the subject of a potential ballot item that has been brought to the county commissioners by local businesses. Commissioner Jason Hightower stated he had received an email regarding this requirement and Commissioner... [More]

Linn Valley City Council approves lagoon expansion bids

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The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, with Mayor Lew Donelson presiding and all council members present.  The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an opening prayer by Council Member John Weers. The... [More]

After school program initiative presented to USD-344 school board

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USD-344 school board members met Monday, Dec. 8, for their regular monthly meeting. The board heard from high school senior Erin Bowley, accompanied by fellow student Sarah Epps, concerning a community after-school program initiative she is working to put into place in Pleasanton. ... [More]

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SPORTS

Prairie View boys’ wrestling competes in the Fort Scott dual tournament

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The Prairie View boys’ wrestling team traveled to Fort Scott on Dec. 5 for the Fort Scott dual tournament.  The Buffalos went 2-4 in the tournament and placed fifth overall out of seven teams. To see the full article, check out this week's edition of the Linn County... [More]

Jayhawk Linn girls’ wrestling kicks off season with a solid performance at Caney Valley

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The Jayhawk Linn girls’ wrestling team began their season at Caney Valley on Dec. 5 in the KanOkla girls’ tournament. This is a big and tough tournament and this year there were 23 teams. The Lady Hawks finished 11th with 63 points.  To see the full article,... [More]

Pleasanton basketball opens season with wins over Marmaton Valley

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The Pleasanton boys’ and girls’ basketball teams opened their 2025-26 season by hosting TRL foe Marmaton Valley on Dec. 5.  The Jays did quite well as both the girls’ and boys’ teams earned victories. The girls won 26-16 while the boys won 46-24.... [More]

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