Roland Wayne Anschutz (1944-2025)

Through every memory and heartfelt moments, we remember our father, Roland Wayne Anschutz, 81, who passed away on Oct. 6, 2025. He was a dedicated husband to Elberta Rose Anschutz, deceased, and a loving father to Martin Anschutz (Sandy), Salina; Kan.; Richard Anschutz, Bushton, Kan.; Corwin Anschutz (Kitrina), Little Elm, Texas; and Laura Schwartz (Cody), Clay Center Kan.

Roland was born on April 20, 1944, and was predeceased by his parents, Arthur R. and Lena M. (Cook) Anschutz; brother Wayne A. and wife Carolyn A. (Gaunt) Anschutz, Hutchinson, Kan.
Grandchildren left behind are Austin Anschutz, Brandon Loader, Brett Loader, Keaton Anschutz, Charlotte Anschutz, Cooper Schwartz and Layton Schwartz; great-grandchild Carter Anschutz; and several nieces and nephews. 

Roland was a loving, wise and giving father, who always put the needs of his family before his own. He loved hunting, fishing and farming with his family, and ingrained the importance of honesty, hard work and making use of what you have first, to all of us.

He served in the military from May 1968 through May 1970, receiving the National Defense Service Medal. He was one of the strongest men a person could know, who braved adversity in life with ease and courage. Mom and dad left each of us with many amazing memories, extended love, the utmost strength and faith to carry on.

You will always be in our hearts, and we will never forget you. We love you so much. Rest in peace.

The memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, at Concordia Lutheran Church, Hoisington, Kan., with the Rev. Daniel Harders presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Claflin EMS in care of Nicholson-Ricke Funeral Home, P.O. Box 146, Hoisington KS 67544. 

Notices may be viewed and condolences sent at www.nicholsonrickefh.net.