?Douglas E. Ubben, Sr.

Douglas E. Ubben, Sr., 57, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away, Wednesday, July 17, 2013.

Doug was born in Oceanside, California, and lived most of his life in the Kansas City area. He was a Professional Land Surveyor and Partner for Phelps Engineering for the last 17 years. Prior to that, he was with Larkin and Associates. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, a member and past Treasurer of the Sons of the American Legion in Shawnee, and was past President and Treasurer of the KC Metro Surveyor’s Association.

He is survived by his wife, Marcia, of the home; a son, Douglas E. Ubben, Jr. (Megan), of Shawnee, Kansas; daughter Erin (Joel) Morgan, of Overland Park, Kansas; grandchildren Kayleigh and Rylee Ubben; his parents, Ivan and Ardith Ubben, of Raytown, Missouri; brothers Greg (Cindy) Ubben, of Shawnee, Kansas, and Robert (Mandy) Ubben, of Raytown, Missouri; and a sister Laura (Bud) Davis, of Raytown, Missouri.

Doug's greatest moments in life were times spent with family and friends. He enjoyed going to the lake, playing with his grandkids, and spending time outdoors.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m., Saturday, July 20, 2013, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Shawnee, Kansas. Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be 6 - 8 p.m., Friday at the Amos Family Funeral Home where the Rosary will be prayed at 6 p.m.

The family suggests contributions to St. Joseph Catholic Church, 5701 Flint, Shawnee, Kansas 66203.