William Joseph Prike, 82, of Mesa, Ariz., passed away March 20, 2015. He was born March 8, 1933, in Kansas City, Mo., to George and Muriel Wolfe Prike.
After graduating from La Cygne High School, Bill was able to attend Kansas State University for one year. He was a farmer in Linn County, Kan., before working for Fairbanks Morse.
On Aug. 7, 1954, he was married to Ann Peck in Kansas City, Kan. Bill and Ann moved to Denver, Colo., in 1959 where Bill worked for Nelson Pipeline. Later he worked for Boulder Valley School District in Boulder, Colo. He owned an RV / boat storage in Glendo, Wyo., for 15 years before retiring part-time in Mesa, Ariz.
Bill was a proud member of the La Cygne Masonic Lodge #61.
He leaves behind his loving wife, Ann; sister, Jane Wade; children, Mark (Kathy) Prike, Keith (Sandy) Prike and DeAnn (Chris) Queen; seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.
OBITUARIES
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]
Larry Michael York ~ 05-17-1949 to 07-12-2026
Linn County News Published July 15, 2026 Larry Michael York, age 77 of La Cygne, Kan., died at Olathe Medical Center on July 12, 2026, from complications from heart surgery. He was born in Paola, Kan., on May 17, 1949, as the only child of Ruth (Long) and Donald... [More]
Matthew Graham Tyson ~ 05-10-1975 to 07-03-2026
Linn County News Published July 15, 2026 Matthew Graham Tyson passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at age 51. Born in Arlington, Texas, on May 10, 1975, Matthew spent his final days surrounded by those who loved him. Matthew was quiet by nature and cherished... [More]
More Obituaries
- 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
- Lance Robert Minchew ~ 07-26-1971 to 04-24-2026
- Jackie Ray “Jack” Harris ~ 12-04-1950 to 05-21-2026
NEWS
Injunction sought to disclose sealed records in Leonard case
Case seeking to overturn a state law heard in Linn County District Court The filing of a case by Walker Publishing Inc. d/b/a Linn County News seeking an injunction on KSA 60-2617 came after months of attempting to gain access to, and ascertain what, if any, charges... [More]
Commissioners hear from Clearway representative on project
During the public comment portion of the meeting on Monday, July 13, of the Linn County Commissioners, representative Barry Matchett, of Clearway Energy spoke to the board; however, Commission Chairperson Alison Hamilton noted they would not be responding as they had been advised... [More]
USD 344 board tours high school, examines summer improvements
Members of Pleasanton USD 344 school board met on Monday, July 13, for their regular monthly meeting in the high school library. Superintendent Don Epps invited board members and anyone in attendance to tour the building and see the updates being done over the summer break. Included... [More]
More News
- SPECIAL: Series of pavement repairs scheduled week of July 13 in Miami County
- La Cygne City Council discuss sales tax reallocation for roads and infrastructure
- Blue Mound approves sewer rate increase
- Pleasanton addresses need for employees
- SPECIAL: U.S. 69 overlay project to begin the week of July 6
- Mine Creek Amateur Radio Club holds training event at Trading Post
- Commissioners approve new rental agreement for 4-H building
- Linn Valley BBQue a success
SPORTS
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]
Blue Mound Burnout contest held
Blue Mound holds their burnout contest the evening of their 4th of July Celebration.
More Sports
- 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
- 2026 TRL All League Golf
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