ULYSSES – Jill Menzie Clinesmith died Thursday, Sept. 10, 2026 in Ulysses. 

She was born Dec. 15, 1947 in Wichita, and adopted by Geraldine (Jerry) and Virgil Menzie.

She was a lifetime resident of Kansas-Cimarron and Ulysses. She received her teaching degree at Fort Hays University and taught art in the area for 35 years. Her job was more like a hobby, and she enjoyed her friends, riding her horse and being with her grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, Pete; three sons and one daughter: Caleb Clinesmith and wife, Devra; children, Menzie, Wyatt, Macie and husband, Nate and baby Reese, Chad Joyce and wife, Heather; children, Colton, Clay, Benen, Neely and husband, Will, Andee Joyce and wife, Rachael; and daughter, Ashlan and husband, Josh and son, Liam; Amber Marty and husband, David; and children, Gabrielle and Gage. She is also survived by her brother Jeff and wife, Pam; and children, Nancy and Michael.

• Memorial services took place Monday, Sept. 14, 2026 at the First United Methodist Church in Ulysses, with Minister Warren Baldwin presiding.

Memorials are suggested to the Historic Adobe Museum in care of Garnand Funeral Home, 405 W. Grant Ave., Ulysses, KS 67880.

Condolences may be left at www.garnandfuneralhomes.com.