Linn County News
Published February 19, 2025
Patricia Galcatcher, age 66, of Independence, Mo., passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 13, 2025, surrounded by the loving care of her sister, Paula. She was born on Oct. 29, 1958, to William and Eula Faye Hood in Quinton, Okla.
Patricia dedicated her life to serving others, beginning her career as a CNA/CMA at Colonial Manor in Tulsa, Okla., where she took great pride in providing compassionate care. In her free time, Patricia enjoyed attending Christian concerts and fellowship, where she met the love of her life, Michael Eugene Galcatcher. They were united in marriage on Dec. 28, 1982, and enjoyed 31 years of love and commitment before Michael’s passing. Together, they raised three children: Michael Daniel Galcatcher (Angela) of Mexico, Mo.; Erica Dawn Pruitt (Michael) of Richmond, Mo.; and Terri Lynn Cullifer (Montana) of Kirbyville, Texas.
After relocating to La Cygne, Kan., Patricia worked as a custodian at La Cygne Elementary School, where she found joy in decorating a display case for the students. She had to retire early due to health reasons but continued to make a lasting impact on her community. Patricia was a long-time, active member of the Apostolic Pentecostal Church of Fort Scott, where she faithfully served by preparing meals and creating special occasion gift bags for her church family.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, William and Eula Faye Hood; her beloved husband, Michael; her sister, Kathleen Cordrey; and her brother, William Hood. She is survived by her sister Wilma Dunn (Owasso, Okla.); brother Eugene Hood (Quinton, Okla.); sister Paula Blan (Independence, Mo.); as well as six grandchildren: Cheyenne, Bryson, Owen, and Emmitt Pruitt, and Reagan and Brooklyn Cullifer. Patricia is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends who loved her dearly.
She will be remembered for her unwavering faith, her dedication to family, and the care and love she poured into the lives of those around her. Patricia’s legacy of kindness and service will continue to inspire all who knew her.
Funeral service will be held at 12 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025, at the Schneider Funeral Home, La Cygne Chapel. Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in the Oak Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society or ACARF (Allen County Animal Rescue Facility) and may be sent in care of the Schneider Funeral Home P.O. Box 525 Pleasanton, Kan. 66075. Online condolences may be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
OBITUARIES
Paul Dean Benham ~ 09-23-1944 to 04-26-2025

Linn County News Published April 30, 2025 Paul Dean Benham, age 80, Pleasanton, Kan., passed away Saturday, April 26, 2025. He was born on Sept. 23, 1944, in rural Stockton, Mo., the son of John H. and Ada Mae Lucille West Benham. After graduating... [More]
Bonnie Faye Bishop ~ 03-25-1949 to 04-22-2025

Linn County News Published April 30, 2025 Bonnie Faye Bishop, age 76, Olathe, Kan., passed away Tuesday, April 22, 2025. She was born on March 25, 1949, in Kansas City, Mo., the daughter of William and Imogene Krueger Carter. After graduating from high... [More]
Lois A. Murray ~ 11-03-1931 to 04-20-2025

Linn County News Published April 30, 2025 Lois A. Murray, age 93, formerly of Pleasanton, Kan., passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025, in Overland Park, Kan. Lois was born the daughter of Arlie and Winifred Stanhope Poindexter on Nov. 3, 1931, near Drexel, Mo.... [More]
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- Richard Lee Keaton ~ 01-29-1935 to 04-05-2025
- Linda Ann Pruitt ~ 05-08-1953 to 04-07-2025
- Ira “Sonny” Ray Caruthers, Jr. ~ 05-23-1955 to 04-02-2025
- Michelle Lynn Young ~ 05-20-1967 to 04-04-2025
- Phyllis Sybil Colbert ~ 11-23-1935 to 03-28-2025
NEWS
SPECIAL: Legislative Update

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SPORTS
Jayhawk track wins the Pleasanton Invitational

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