Linn County News
Published June 9, 2021
Edward "Bullfrog" William Theel Sr., age 53, formerly of La Cygne, Kan., passed away at Research Medical Center, Monday, May 31, 2021. Ed was born March 16, 1968, the son of Max, Sr. and Susie (Walker) Theel, at Kansas City, Kan. Ed grew up in Kansas City and graduated from Washington High School in 1986.
"Bullfrog," as everyone knew him, was a fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, KU Jayhawks basketball, and the Royals. He was a huge Ozzy Osbourne fan, loved playing softball in his younger days, hitting golf balls with his nephew and was also known for being the life of the party. Bullfrog was a member of the Army Reserves. He was a welder working in Kansas City and La Cygne and also a loader/operator at U.S. Minerals in La Cygne. He is survived by his parents; a daughter, Nicole Theel (Jacob) of Clinton, Mo.; a son, Edward Theel, Jr., of Deepwater, Mo.; their mother, Leah Theel; two sisters, Elizabeth Mark (Adrian) and Tammy Metzgar (Kevin); three brothers, Vincent Theel (Jackie), Max Theel Jr. (June), Ed Teare (Lori); two grandchildren, Grayson and Jayda, and lots of aunts, uncles and extended family.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m. at The Swan Room 209 N. Broadway La Cygne on Sunday, June 13, 2021. The family suggests contributions to Edward Theel, Sr., memorial fund and may be sent to Schneider Funeral Home P.O. Box 304 La Cygne, Kan. 66040. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
OBITUARIES
William Lee “Bill” Anderson ~ 05-08-1942 to 07-21-2026
Linn County News Published July 29, 2026 William Lee "Bill" Anderson, age 84, Pleasanton, Kan., passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026. He was born on May 8, 1942, in La Cygne, Kan., the son of Clarence Edward and Lula Mae Morris Anderson. He worked... [More]
Karen Kay Clayton ~ 08-21-1956 to 06-26-2026
Karen Kay Clayton, 69, passed away June 26, 2026, at Azria in Olathe, Kan. Preceded in death by husband Bob Clayton in August of 2022. She was the daughter of Kenneth and Kathryn (Kite) McGee of Centerville, Kan., they also preceded her in death. She is survived by... [More]
Clinton Eugene Williams ~ 05-04-1979 to 07-06-2026
Linn County News Published July 15, 2026 Clinton Eugene Williams, age 47, Blue Mound, Kan., passed away Monday, July 6, 2026. He was born on May 4, 1979, in Fort Scott, Kan., the son of Donald and Judy McCollam Williams. He graduated from Jayhawk Linn High School... [More]
More Obituaries
- Larry Michael York ~ 05-17-1949 to 07-12-2026
- Matthew Graham Tyson ~ 05-10-1975 to 07-03-2026
- Ann Elizabeth Quaintance ~ 01-31-1954 to 07-03-2026
- William “Bill” Lloyd Wilson ~ 06-27-1950 to 06-25-2026
- Janice Geyer ~ 03-14-1955 to 06-16-2026
- Craig Alan Wood ~ 06-20-1951 to 06-18-2026
- Adam Lee Johnston April 9, 1969 — June 9, 2026
- Steven Edwin Lindsey August 10, 1943 — June 9, 2026
NEWS
Proposed development of Linn Valley TAI Overlay District Ordinance discussed
The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026, with Mayor Lister Potter presiding with all council members present except for Shannon Smith. The meeting began with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an opening prayer... [More]
UPDATE: U.S. 69 overlay project is delayed in Bourbon, Linn counties
A Kansas Department of Transportation project to overlay about 25 miles of U.S. 69 in Linn and Bourbon counties has been delayed due to contractor scheduling issues. The overlay work will start the last week of July. The project begins just north of Pleasanton on the southbound... [More]
La Cygne looks to keep 2027 mill rate below Revenue Neutral threshold
La Cygne city officials said they do not plan to exceed the revenue neutral rate in next year’s budget, a move that could mark the third consecutive year of declining property tax mill rates for residents. At its Wednesday meeting, the City Council discussed the 2027... [More]
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SPORTS
Commanders win tournament at Arma
The Mound City American Legion Post 248’s baseball team, the 15U Linn County Commanders, won the Arma Classic at Arma on July 18.
Pleasanton trapshooting competes at Nationals
The Pleasanton trapshooting team traveled to Mason, Mich. to compete in Nationals on July 10-12. The team brought a total of eight shooters to the event. As a team the Jays placed 120th with a total score of 454. Members on the team were Ryker Carpenter, Haelie Wallace, Kayd... [More]
Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
The annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament was held at the Pleasanton East Lake on the night of July 11. The event featured a total of 17 boats and 13 anglers. Ty Umphenour placed first in the tournament with a total weight of 23 lbs 5.7 oz. His biggest fish was a 21.01 lb blue... [More]
More Sports
- Blue Mound Burnout contest held
- Midwest Senior Bull Riding Association comes to Pleasanton
- Pleasanton trapshooting competes in State tournament
- It’s not experience, it’s the person
- Red, White & Blue and Bulls bullfighting July 4
- Prairie View trapshooting brings home individual championships and team trophies
- Three Rivers All League baseball announced
- Three Rivers League announces All League softball team
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