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Linn County News

Published July 2, 2025

Kandi Kay Cruse passed away on June 27, 2025, at the age of 67 after a valiant battle with cancer. Born on March 29, 1958, in Colorado Springs, Colo., Kandi’s zest for life and carefree spirit were evident from an early age. She departed this world surrounded by the love of her family and friends.

She is survived by her beloved daughters, Randi, along with her family Jordan, Ivan, Ava, and Lydia Witt, and Cie Jae, with her family Angie, Kade, Kylie, Kyndall, Klyde, Koye, and Remi Cummings. Kandi’s significant other, Larry Bailey, and his family, Justin and Amanda, Jeremy, Ryan and Valerie and their kids also share in the loss of this remarkable woman. Her siblings, Randall and Linda, Ricky and Gina, Rob, Rodney and Anita, and Tonya and John, along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews, will miss Kandi’s vibrant presence. She was previously married to Stan Meek and later Mike Neal, both of whom shared parts of her life’s journey. She was preceded in death by her parents, Wayne and Margaret Cruse; her sister, Sheryl Birkner; and her beloved dog, Molly, who were undoubtedly there to greet her with open arms and a wagging tail.

Rev. Dr. Jared Witt will conduct funeral services at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 3, at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, PO Box 347, 201 S. Main St., Fort Scott, Kan., 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted online at cheneywitt.com.

OBITUARIES

Helen Maxine Wright ~ 05-28-1939 to 06-19-2025

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Linn County News Published July 16, 2025   Helen Maxine Wright, age 86, formerly of Blue Mound, Kan., passed away at her home in Abbyville, Kan., on Thursday, June 19, 2025.  Funeral service was held at 11 a.m., Monday, July 7, 2025, at the Community... [More]

Ruth Ann Antrim ~ 05-21-1951 to 07-07-2025

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Linn County News Published July 9. 2025   Ruth Ann Antrim, age 74, Prescott, Kan., passed away July 7, 2025.   Arrangements are pending at the Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Chapel. 

Kelly Kehl ~ 03-25-1938 to 06-28-2025

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Linn County News Published July 2, 2025 Kelly Kehl, age 87, of Mound City, Kan., passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025, at his rural Mound City home.  Kelly was born March 25, 1938, south of Parker, Kan., to Keith (Tom) Emerson Kehl and Helen Edith (Giffin) Kehl. Kelly... [More]

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City learns of fire gear condition

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SPORTS

Nobodys wins Blue Mound co-ed softball tournament

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The team called Nobodys wins the Blue Mound 4th of July co-ed softball tournament on July 5. This year the tournament consisted of eight teams. The Nobodys is Keith Morrell’s team and has been a part of the softball tournament since it started three years ago.

Pleasanton 12-14 baseball wins championship

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