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Essie Marie Skeen

Essie Marie (Harsh) Skeen, 70, Council Grove resident for 45 years and native of Cassoday, died April 2, 2004, after a four-year battle with cancer.

She was the fifth child of the late Turk and Marie Harsh. Survivors include two sons, three daughters, a stepdaughter, two sisters, and 16 grandchildren.

A licensed abstractor, she also prepared income tax returns. She was active in community affairs, a member of PTA, Council Grove Country Club, enjoyed golf, and was a booster of the local swim club team.

A memorial fund has been established at Cassoday United Methodist Church.

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