Aug 7, 2017

Dorothy Christiansen, 92, Shawnee, KS passed away Monday, August 7, 2017 at the Olathe Hospice House, Olathe, KS.

Dorothy was born Dec. 13, 1924 in El Dorado, KS to John and Minnie Straubinger. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, John P. "Jack" Christiansen on Feb. 25, 2012. She...

Aug 6, 2017

Jane E. Janasz, 77, of Prairie Village, KS passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 at her home.

Jane was born January 9, 1940 to the late Arthur and Helen Fittro in Clarksburg, WV.  She spent her childhood in Fostoria, OH until enlisting in the United States Marines in 1958.  While serving in the Marines, Jane...

Aug 6, 2017

William Burton White age 87 of Shawnee, KS passed away on August 6, 2017 at Brookdale Place - Rosehill in Shawnee, KS.

Mr. White was born in Hillsdale, KS on September 28, 1929, the son of Carl Burton and Elsie Craven White.  He graduated from Paola High School in 1946.  He served in Korea during...

Aug 4, 2017

Daniel Rollheiser of Shawnee, 75, died unexpectedly on August 4th.  He was born October 14, 1941 in Kansas City, KS and lived in the Kansas City area most of his life.  Dan served in the US Army Reserves for six years. He was a talented general contractor and enjoyed sharing his skilled trade with others.  He loved time near...

Aug 3, 2017

Carolyn was born on May 23, 1943 to William (Bill) and Alberta Leeper in Holton, Kansas.  She had an older sister, Joyce Yvonne and a younger brother, Robert William, both of whom she adored.

She graduated from Holton High School in 1961 and attended Kansas State University.  She belonged to Kappa Delta sorority.  She graduated...

Aug 3, 2017

Wayne L. Stokes, 92, of Wellsville, KS, formerly of Mer-riam, passed away, Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the Richmond Nursing Home in Richmond, KS.

Wayne was born in Springfield, MO. He was Navy Veteran of WWII. He worked at Western Electric for 32 years before he retired. He was a member of Bristol Hill United Methodist Church,...

Aug 1, 2017

Judith Louise Shaffer, 70, of Overland Park, KS, passed away on August 1, 2017. She was born in Elizabeth, Louisiana, on June 20, 1947 to Curtis Johnson and Doshie Perkins. She is survived by her husband, David G. Shaffer; children, Scott (Deborah) Shaffer, Amanda (Scott) Hadley, Jeff (Rose) Shaffer; grandchildren, David W. Shaffer, Morgan Torres, Cameron Shaffer,...

Aug 1, 2017

Charles Pickering Campbell died with his sister by his side and his hospice CNA (Great Lakes Caring formerly Grace), Nicole attending at the Forum in Overland Park on Tuesday afternoon, August 1, 2017. He died after a decline for many months with a number of health issues before hospitalizations this summer for severe health issues including a major septic...

Aug 1, 2017

Chuck W. Smith, 80, of Lenexa, KS, passed away on August 1, 2017. He was born on December 27, 1936, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Wallace and Alice Smith. Chuck is survived by his wife, Marian (Kruse) Smith; children, Allison (Gary) Ewing of Lenexa, KS, Sarah (Phillip) Jensen of Rochester, IL, Greg (Lynne) Smith of Parker, TX,...

Jul 30, 2017

Donald J. Jefferson, 89, passed away on July 30, 2017. Donald was born in Lohrville, Iowa to Paul and Zathoe Jefferson. Donald graduated from Drake University with a Bachelor's Degree in Business and was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon.  Donald was very active in his community. He was a Mason of 60 years, Shriner, and Rotarian....

Jul 30, 2017

Mary E. Rich, 89, passed away at on July 30, 2017. Mary was born May 9, 1928 in Kansas City, Kansas to Michael and Katherine Boland. Mary is survived by her children; Jerry (Sandy) Rich, Gary Rich, Gail Rich, Harold (Ginny) Rich, Betty Burton, thirteen grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, two brothers, Robert and Michael Boland.  Mary was preceded...

Jul 28, 2017

Bonnie L. Givens, 73, of Olathe, KS passed away Friday, July 28, 2017 at Olathe Medical Center.

Bonnie was born September 1, 1943 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.  She attended Shawnee Mission North and earned a bachelor's degree from Pittsburgh State University.  Bonnie then went on to earn a Master's degree and MBA, and was accredited...

Jul 27, 2017

James R. Breitenstein, 79, of Paola, KS, formerly of Blue Springs, Mo, passed away on July 27, 2017.

He was born November 26, 1937 in Antigo, WI, to Edward and Elinor.  James was married to the love of his life, Ruby Willa Mae "Billie" Braden/Pretz on May 31, 1963.

James "Jim" is survived...

Jul 26, 2017

Mary L. Cooney, 81, of Prairie Village passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2017 at the Kansas City Hospice House.

Mary was born August 25, 1935 to the late Vest and Marsha Long in Holden, Missouri.  She attended Saint Louis University where she served as a Sister of St. Joseph.  After earning a bachelor's degree in...

Jul 24, 2017

Anna Marie (Frazier) Pearce, 99, of Overland Park, KS, died July 24th, 2017.  Anna Marie was born on Jan. 19th, 1918 in Leavenworth, KS and grew up in Lawrence, where she was a member of Trinity Lutheran.  She married Jack Pearce in 1942.  They were long time members of Faith Lutheran Church where she taught Sunday school and was...

Jul 23, 2017

Richard G. Koppenhaver, 86, Lenexa, KS passed away Sunday, July 23, 2017 at his home. Cremation.

Dick was born April 7, 1931 in Reeder, ND to Robin Dee and Marie (Magill) Koppenhaver.

He is survived by his loving wife of almost 62 years, Donna Mae Koppenhaver;  two daughters, Kathleen...

Jul 23, 2017

Marvin E. Van Hercke 87, passed away at his home on Sunday July, 23, 2017. Marvin was a man with immeasurable honor, integrity, and a good heart. He was a very loving son and brother and took great pride in his four children. Family was always among his highest priorities.

Marvin was born...

Jul 22, 2017

Carol ” Sue” Van De Berghe, 75, passed away July 22, 2017. She was born March 4, 1942 to Adolph and Julia Van Driesch in Kansas City.

She is survived by her grandson Ben, granddaughter Mahalia, as well as many relatives and friends.

She was predeceased in death by her son Michael, husband George, and...

Jul 21, 2017

Melvin K. Tripkos, 94, passed away on Friday, July 21, 2017. Melvin was born September 14, 1922 in De Soto, Kansas to Earl and Lula Tripkos. He was a WWII Veteran. He is survived by his children; Ken (Debbie) Tripkos, Paula (Sam) Buckley, Gina (Doug) Brock, step children; Cathy (Bobby) Mayweather, Vici (Dennis) Simmons, nine grandchildren, nine...

Jul 21, 2017

Michael Devin Vickery, 34, died on Friday, July 21, 2017, at the Overland Park Regional Medical Center. His death was unexpected.

Michael was born January 9, 1983 in Dallas, TX. He was a graduate of Pittsburg High School, KS. While at Pittsburg High, he was active in PHS Thespians, Ozark Soccer, Dragons Soccer, Track and...