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Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Shawnee, Kansas and surrounding communities of Johnson County, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area.
Earl Wayne Sheldon
Jan 29, 2025
Earl W. Sheldon, age 82, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 29, 2025, in Shawnee, Kansas. Born on April 5, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, Earl lived a life full of service, dedication, and love.
Earl grew up in a close-knit family and was a proud member of the Overland Park Christian Church since 1954. He served his country...
Glenn Otto Rowley
Jan 29, 2025
Glenn Otto Rowley of Shawnee Kansas, passed away January 29th, 2025. Please check back later for the full obituary.
Beatrice Alice Peniston
Jan 28, 2025
Beatrice Alice Peniston passed away January 28, 2025 at the age of 96. Bea was born on August 7, 1928, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Rodney, Son: David Wayne, Granddaughter Jessica; Parents: Bessie Leat Salsig Crossland and Harry Crossland; Siblings: Harry “Curly” Crossland, Elizabeth “Betty” Sower and Roy Jack Crossland...
Daniel R. Stechmann
Jan 27, 2025
Daniel “Dan” Stechmann passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2025, in Eldon, Missouri, at the age of 65. Born on August 26, 1959, in Kansas City, Kansas, Dan had deep roots in Shawnee, where he attended elementary and secondary school before making his home in Eldon.
Dan was known for his contagious laugh, smile, and sense of humor in any and...
Laren Miles Culver
Jan 24, 2025
Laren Miles Culver, “LC”, passed away peacefully at the age of 83, on January 24th, 2025.
Father to Ginger and Jason Culver. Laren was a loving grandfather to Trent Culver, Chrystal and Morgan, two great-granddaughters, Rylee and Brexlee. We all love you.
A service to honor Laren’s life will be held at Glad Tidings Assembly of God, at 1315 N. 64th St.,...
Charles Lee Atchison
Jan 22, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Lee Atchison, 88, of Lenexa, KS, passed away on January 22, 2025. Leaving his friends and family with a legacy of stories and memories packed with humor, travel, his treasured antiques, and a lifetime of mischievous antics.
Born on June 29, 1936, to Homer and Faye Atchison in Princeton, Kansas, Chuck was raised on a farm and started work...
Kathleen Patricia Cavanaugh Higgins
Jan 22, 2025
Kathleen Patricia Higgins (Cavanaugh)August 25, 1937 – January 22, 2025Kathleen Patricia Higgins (Cavanaugh), born on August 25, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, with her family and best friend, Sparty the cat, by her side until the end. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, David Eugene Higgins, and...
Robert Leon Cramblett
Jan 21, 2025
Robert "Rob" Cramblett, born January 20, 1964, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2025, in Shawnee, KS, at the age of 61. Rob was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rob's journey began with a profound commitment to his country, having enlisted in the United States Army where he...
Patricia Stripling-Brown
Jan 19, 2025
Patricia Viola Stripling-Brown (Pat), 86, of Shawnee passed away on January 19, 2025 at Olathe Hospice House Care Center. Patricia was born on June 6, 1938, in Tiff City, MO, to Dick and Leone Johnston. On June 1, 1957, she married Donald R. Stripling, and they shared a loving marriage until his passing on March 3, 1983. Later in life,...
Pinakpati Majumdar
Jan 19, 2025
Dr. Pinakpati Majumdar, 68, passed away at home surrounded by his family on January 19, 2025 after a brutal battle with glioblastoma. Pinak was born on September 29, 1956 in Kolkata and he married Moonmoon Mitra on July 1, 1997.
He loved the practice of medicine and practiced both in India and the United States, completing his residency in Psychiatry at...
Jeanne Poore
Jan 17, 2025
Jeanne Poore, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 82. Born on June 25, 1942, in Washington County, Kansas. Jeanne was a beacon of love, resilience, and creativity throughout her life.
An accomplished quilter, Jeanne's hands crafted countless pieces that not only warmed bodies but also hearts,...
Jo Ann Chapman
Jan 13, 2025
Jo Ann Chapman, a beloved mother and cherished friend, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 13, 2025, at the age of 95 in Osage Beach, Missouri. Born on August 28, 1929, in Kansas City, Kansas, Jo Ann lived a life full of love, laughter, and dedication to her family and community.
Jo Ann was preceded in death by her...
David Joseph Mello, II
Jan 12, 2025
David Joseph Mello II born in Santa Monica, California on October 21st 1964, passed away January 12th 2025. He was preceded in death by father figure Larry Perez and he is survived by his mother, Marilyn Perez, sisters, and children, Courtney, David (Desirae), Tayia (Zack), Tori (Eli); grandchildren, Merik, Marlie, Leila, David, Mason, Karter, Aubrey, Kaysen, and baby Watts; his...
Irene Manuel
Jan 10, 2025
Irene Stavros Manuel, a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully from natural causes on January 10, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, just days shy of her 94th birthday. She was mentally sharp until the very end. Born on January 18, 1931, in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, Irene was the cherished daughter of Greek immigrants, Georgia Parnassa Stavros and Gust Stavros.
Irene...
Patsy Lane Peterson
Jan 6, 2025
Patsy Lane Peterson, affectionately known as "Granny," passed away peacefully on January 6, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, at the age of 91. Born on September 1, 1933, in Trenton, Missouri, Patsy was a cherished member of her community and brought warmth and kindness to all who knew her.
Patsy's career was marked by her dedicated service at AT&T, where she worked...
Clifford M. Cole
Jan 4, 2025
Clifford M. Cole, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend died January 4th, 2025 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born October 1st, 1953 in Portland, Oregon to Howard William Cole and Cecelia Delores Bailey.
Cliff is survived by his wife of 49 years Mona Ann Snell, and his brother Jeffrey Cole; his children Michael Cole, Jennifer Cole-Asbury,...
Lloyd Crockett
Dec 31, 2024
Lloyd Crockett
Beloved Father, Grandfather, Brother and Friend
Born April 4, 1940.
Fell asleep in death on Tuesday, December 31, 2024.
Immediate family burial will be 10am, Friday, January 10, 2025 at Leavenworth National Cemetery, 150 Muncie Road, Leavenworth, Kansas 66048. Memorial service will be 2pm, Friday, January 10, 2025 at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203 with a visitation...
Donald E. Biggs
Dec 30, 2024
Donald E. Biggs, 94, died on Dec. 30, 2024, at Mission Chateau in Prairie Village from natural causes and surrounded by his 6 children and nurse/niece Lauren. Don was born Feb. 19, 1930, in Kansas and grew up on a family farm as the youngest of 11 children. He attended a one room grade school and graduated from Kingman High...
Maurice "Bob" Goodrich Jr.
Dec 29, 2024
Maurice Robert “Bob” Goodrich, Jr. passed away peacefully Sunday, December 29th at 3:40pm at Advent Health Hospital.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 6th at 2pm at Nall Ave Baptist Church, with visitation at 1pm. A graveside service will be on Tuesday, January 7th at 1pm at Muncie Chapel Cemetery near Wheaton, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests...
Gene Louis Tibbetts
Dec 29, 2024
Gene Louis Tibbetts, 79, of Olathe, KS passed peacefully while holding the hands of his two beloved daughters and into the arms of his loving wife in heaven.Gene was born August 1, 1945 in Wamego, KS to Louis and Alice Tibbetts. His early years were full of making memories with friends, playing sports, and numerous visits with his extended family....
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