Linn County News
Published Dec. 16, 2020
Donna Kay Thomas was born on Sept. 21, 1966, to Warner John Schroeder and Amanda Novella Jackson Schroeder in Lexington, Mo. She was the fourth of six children.
Donna attended nursing school and business classes at White River Technical College in Newport Arkansas. Donna was a Federal employee for over 20 years.
Donna was preceded in death by a son James Robert Thomas; a sister Kathy Wilson; and both of her parents.
She is survived by her son Eric Neal Thomas of La Cygne, Kansas. She is also survived by two brothers, Gary Schroeder and Steve Schroeder; two sisters, Janet Marrs and Suzanne Barker; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and great-nieces and a great-nephew.
Donna was a very sweet and loving person. She helped many people during her life; many times, putting herself last to help others. She will be greatly missed. The world is a little darker and colder without her light.
The family suggests contributions to the La Cygne Christian Church and may be sent in care of Schneider Funeral Home P.O. Box 304 La Cygne, Kan. 66040. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
OBITUARIES
Terry Dean Crump ~ 02-03-1942 to 01-27-2026
Linn County News Published February 4, 2026 Terry Dean Crump, Mound City, Kan., passed away Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. He was born on Feb. 3, 1942, in Topeka, Kan., the son of Clifford and Carol Griffin Crump. He worked as a foreman and machine operator... [More]
Viola May “Budd” Ralston ~ 02-04-1933 to 01-21-2026
Linn County News Published February 4, 2026 Viola May “Budd” (Cunningham) Ralston, age 92, of Parker, Kan., passed away Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, at her home. Viola was born Feb. 4, 1933, in Garnett, Kan. She was one of nine children born to Ora... [More]
Jerel Lynn Pankratz ~ 12-08-1956 to 01-20-2026
Linn County News Published January 28, 2026 Jerel Lynn Pankratz, born Dec. 8, 1956, in Hillsboro, Kan. He went to be with the Lord Jan. 20, 2026. He was a devoted family man, farmer, and lifelong steward of the land. He was born to Allen and Dorothy Pankratz... [More]
More Obituaries
- Mitzi Allen Coe ~ 08-14-1953 to 01-17-2026
- Marsha Ann White ~ 07-24-1944 to 11-02-2025
- Gerald LeRoy “Jerry” Shaw 05-24-1942 to 12-10-2025
- Mark William Madl ~ 05-05-1955 to 01-03-2026
- Gary Andrew McCarty ~ 06-01-1949 to 08-19-2025
- Randall E. Taylor, Sr. ~ 09-24-1959 to 01-17-2026
- Linda L. Janssen ~ 09-23-1947 to 12-31-2025
- Edwin Marvin Marshall ~ 11-08-1957 to 11-08-2025
NEWS
Pleasanton water plant looks at potential $4-$6 million replacement
Building and system in disrepair The Pleasanton Council met Tuesday night in regular session and moved the meeting to the water plant so the council could tour the building. The tour occurred after insurance adjustor Travis Needham was asked to look at the roof for... [More]
La Cygne City Council approves several motions
The La Cygne city council met Wednesday, Jan. 21 where Mayor Debra Wilson expressed thanks to all who came to the KORA/KOMA training held that weekend. Chief Zachary Mathies reported on the radar signs mentioning past complaints of speeding on Fourth Street. He said the... [More]
Pleasanton employees call out hostility from council
City employees from Public Works, City Animal Control, Parks, the clerk’s department and others approached the council Tuesday night to voice frustration with how they feel they are being treated by the council and certain members of the council. Deputy City Clerk Candy... [More]
More News
- County commissioners hear request to update FMLA policy
- Pleasanton Council appointment again draws heated discussion
- SPECIAL: Pleasanton water plant looks at potential $4-$6 million replacement
- Linn Valley swears in new mayor, councilman
- Commissioners table discussion on vicious dog law
- Linn County P&Z approves substation rezoning
- Jayhawk board receives updates from counselors, principals
- Special: KDA and KSRE offer Local Food Producer Workshop series
SPORTS
Prairie View boys’ basketball team pick up first win at Uniontown
The Prairie View boys’ basketball team traveled to Uniontown this past week to compete in the Kenny Holt Memorial Tournament. The boys started on Jan. 20 against Pioneer foe Osawatomie who they played two times already this season. To see the full article, check out... [More]
Jayhawk girls’ basketball rolls to championship at Uniontown
The Jayhawk Linn girls’ basketball team traveled to Uniontown this past week to compete in the Kenny Holt Memorial Tournament. The Lady Hawks did well as they rolled through the tournament to become the champions and keep their undefeated season alive. To see the full... [More]
Jayhawk Linn boys’ basketball has a busy and winning week
The Jayhawk Linn boys’ basketball team were busy this past week as they had a game on Jan. 13, 15, and 16. On Jan. 13 they traveled to Marmaton Valley and had little trouble with the Wildcats as they won by 13, 52-39. To see the full article, check out this week's... [More]
More Sports
- Prairie View boys’ basketball falls to Anderson County and Osawatomie
- Pleasanton boys’ basketball routs Chetopa and SCC
- Pleasanton boys’ basketball team picks up wins against Miami and Central Heights
- Jayhawk basketball picks up wins against Oswego
- Prairie View boys’ wrestling competes at Louisburg
- Blu-Jay boys sweep and girls split against Altoona Midway and Uniontown
- Prairie View girls’ basketball falls to Santa Fe Trail and Iola
- Jayhawk girls’ basketball dominates Southeast Cherokee and Erie
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