Harland R. Graber
Harland R. Graber, 94, died on Saturday, October 5, 2024 at St. Catherine Hospital in Garden City. He was born on June 1, 1930 at Pretty Prairie the son of Ben & Martha (Schwartz) Graber, Sr. He married Lila Lorraine Curtis on September 18, 1949 at Tribune. She died on January 12, 2013.
Harland grew up in Pretty Prairie and graduated from Pretty Prairie High School and then joined his family in Greeley County on the family farm before starting work for an Implement dealer in Tribune. In 1955 he and Lorraine moved to Garden City where he went to work for International Harvester as a parts man. That started a lifelong career as a parts man for Schreiber Motors, parts manager for Magouirk Chevrolet in Dodge City and finishing his career with Napa Auto Parts in Garden City. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and past member of Elks Lodge. He enjoyed listening to music, playing golf and watching sports of any kind, especially KU football and basketball and the Kansas City Chiefs.
He is survived by his Son Charles “Chuck” Graber and wife Jeanne (Crook) of Windsor, Colorado, Granddaughter- Erika Graber of Kansas City, Missouri, Sister- Catherine Stinson of Colfax Washington, sister in laws Barbra (Harris) Curtis of Denver Colorado, Sandra (Curtis) Peterson of Grayson, Georgia and many cherished nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife, 3 brothers - Ben Graber, Jr., Robert Graber and Dean Graber and 2 Sisters- Leona Gehring and Helen Kaufman.
Graveside Service will be at 11:00 AM MDT Saturday at Greeley County Cemetery in Tribune with Rev Wade Graber officiating.
Memorials are suggested to Finney County Humane Society or Graber Ministries in care of Garnand Funeral Home. Friends may call from 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM Friday at Garnand Funeral Home in Garden City. Condolences may be posted at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com
OBITUARIES
Fred Hiram Crotinger
Fred Hiram Crotinger, 76, of Tribune, Kansas, passed away on October 23, 2026, leaving behind a family who will deeply miss him and find comfort in knowing he is reunited with his beloved wife, Kathy. Fred was born on December 15, 1949, in Tribune to William H. and June Glenn... [More]
Evelyn V. Schneider
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Gordon Wesley Gillock
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Margaret Troutman
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Ronald L. Koehn
Ronald L. Koehn, age 78, passed away on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at the Greeley County Health Services in Tribune. He was born on November 26, 1947, in Greensburg to Alfred D. & Elma Giesel Koehn. Ron moved his family to Tribune in the late 60s, having moved... [More]
Jerry Lee Huddleston
Jerry Lee Huddleston, age 72, passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the Greeley County Health Services in Tribune. He was born on February 4, 1954, in Tribune to Howard B. Huddleston and Lillian M. Luekenga Kubo. He was a Journeyman Lineman for Wheatland Electric... [More]
Andrew Duke Stewart
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Mary Josephine Loper
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SPORTS
Six Jackrabbits compete at State Cross Country; Brandl, Stewart place in top 20
Photo caption: Jailyn Brandl, left, and Jeryn Stewart, right placed 12th and 15th, respectively, at Saturday’s 1A KSHSAA Cross Country meet in Wamego. Photo by Sheryl Crotinger. See more cross country coverage on page 7. After qualifying at last week’s sub-state... [More]
Lady Jackrabbits go 1-2 at 1A-DII State Volleyball in Emporia
Photo caption: Ellie Schneider and Charlize Shafer go up for block during Friday’s pool play game against the Argonia Red Raiders at the 1A-DII KSHSAA State Tournament in Emporia. See more volleyball coverage on page 6. After a morning pep rally at Greeley County Schools... [More]
Jackrabbits fall to Tigers to end season
Photo caption: Hayden Myers runs the ball in for a touchdown during last Thursday evening’s game as Coach Austin Coffman cheers in the background. Photo by Jeff Crockett. The Greeley County Jackrabbits football team wrapped up their 2026 season with a loss to the... [More]
Jackrabbits are statebound in cross county, volleyball
Photo caption: The Greeley County Girls’ Cross Country team qualified for this Saturday’s state meet in Wamego after placing first at Saturday’s substate Region B race in Tribune. Pictured from left to right are Jailyn Brandl, Scarlett Shafer, Jeryn Stewart,... [More]
Lady Jackrabbits are state bound for third straight year
Photo caption: The Lady Jackrabbits posed with a few of their devoted fans after Saturday’s substate championship win. In the back row, from left to right, are Tenley Stewart, Scarlett Shafer, Ellie Schneider, Brooklyn Clevenger, Kamri Myers, Tylee Cavenee, and Briana Martinez.... [More]
Lady Jackrabbits’ team plus Mangan, Schmidt are state bound
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Junior High A and B volleyball teams are league champions
Photo caption: The A team girls were undefeated this season. They won last Thursday’s NWKL tournament. Pictured from left to right are Kendrix Mangan, Ayda Mangan, Tenley Stewart, Brielle Harkness, Yaresli Labra, Reagan Hahn, and Head Coach Holly Steele. Courtesy photo.... [More]
Jackrabbits fall to St. Francis Indians
Photo caption: Jeff Heine, #50, and Rowdy Grubb work together to take down a St. Francis Indian during Friday night’s road game. The boys’ last game is scheduled for this Thursday, October 29, at home against Stockton. The Jackrabbits battled injuries during their... [More]
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NEWS
Greeley County Health Services announces walk-in clinic, welcomes new providers Andrea Blaszyk and Michelle Brown
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Veterans Day Activities
The VFW Post 7521 and Auxiliary would like to invite all veterans, along with the community, to the Annual Veterans Day Program on Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. MT. The program will be conducted by members of the VFW Post 7521 and Auxiliary and will take place at... [More]
4-H Christmas Tree Sales
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Greeley County Schools Board Agenda
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Senator Moran visits Greeley County Health Services
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Sales tax question will appear on Nov. 3 Tribune voters’ ballots
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OPINIONS
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From the editor's desk
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