Joyce Deckard
Jul 10, 2024
Joyce Marie Deckard was born Joyce Marie Lust on February 1, 1950 in Kansas City, Kansas. She was the eldest of five children born to Rosie (VanDerhagen) and Cyril (June) Lust. The family grew vegetables on their two acre farm and she spent many early mornings going with her Dad and brother Ronnie to the farmers market.
Joyce attended Sacred Heart...
Elizabeth Dobbe
Jul 9, 2024
Elizabeth Ann Dobbe, fondly known as Betty, was born on April 22, 1937, in Plymouth, Kansas. She departed this life peacefully on July 9, 2024, in Lenexa, Kansas, at the age of 87, after a courageous battle with Alzheimer's Disease.
Betty's life was rich with love and dedication. She worked diligently in sales within the wholesale gifts industry, bringing joy and...
Athena Molina
Jul 7, 2024
Athena Patires Molina, age 90, was surrounded by family as she passed peacefully to her heavenly home on July 7, 2024. Born on March 18, 1934, Athena was the beloved daughter of Mamie “Peggy” and George Patires of Kansas City, Missouri, and lived in the Kansas City Metro area all her life. Athena had a deep faith in her Lord...
Elizabeth L. "Betty" Wilson
Jul 7, 2024
Elizabeth “Betty” Wilson, 77, of Shawnee, Kansas died peacefully at her home on Sunday, July 7, 2024 with her husband by her side. She was born May 21, 1947 in Holdredge, Nebraska to Ardelle and Charlotte (Hansen) James.
In May 1965, at age 18, Betty left home to live with her Aunt Irene Hansen in Emporia Kansas. It was there she...
Mindy Keeney
Jul 6, 2024
Mindy Keeney, 60, of Shawnee, KS passed away on July 6th, 2024. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 16th, 2024 from 10:00 to 11:00 am at Amos Family Funeral Home. A funeral service will immediately follow at 11:00 am. Burial at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens.
Joy Ann Winder
Jul 6, 2024
Joy Ann (Watkins) Winder, born August 4, 1938 in Kansas City, Kansas, died peacefully at Shawnee Gardens Nursing Center on July 6, 2024 at the age of nearly 86. She was preceded in death by her baby daughter of 1-hour Sheri LeaAnn Winder, her sister Janet Lee (Watkins) Laird, her ex-husband Lacel “Curly” Winder, and her parents Dorothy Lee (Pine)...
Stacie Jo Van Daveer
Jul 5, 2024
Stacie Jo Van Daveer, born on February 16, 1981, in KU Medical center , passed away peacefully at her home on July 5, 2024, at the age of 43.
Stacie lived a vibrant life filled with passion and creativity. As a dedicated GI Tech, she touched many lives with her professionalism and caring nature. Her love for photography, painting, boating, and...
Lynann Jean Fraker
Jul 4, 2024
Lynann Jean Fraker, 77, passed away July 4, 2024 peacefully in her sleep at home in Shawnee, Kansas. She was born to Charles and LaVerne Davidson on February 26, 1947 in Great Bend, Kansas. After growing up in Claflin, Kansas she attended and graduated from Fort Hays State College with a BS in education, specializing in Special Education. After teaching...
David J. Bortka
Jul 3, 2024
David J. Bortka, 76, passed away peacefully at the KC VA hospital on July 3rd, 2024.
David was born on December 22, 1947 to the late John and Velma Bortka of Kansas City Kansas. After graduating Wyandotte High School in 1965, David joined the US Navy and served on the aircraft carrier USS Ticonderoga for two years in Vietnam. He settled...
Maria E. "Lane,Lana" Slater
Jul 2, 2024
Maria Elena (Lane, Lana) Slater, 77, of Leawood, Kansas passed away on July 2, 2024. She was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to Bette and LeRoy Slater, whom are both now deceased. Lana is survived by her three younger siblings: Bob (Joan) Slater of Overland Park, KS, Sher (Brad) Peterson of The Villages, FL, and Rick (Julie) Slater of Lansing, KS....
James Lewis May
Jul 1, 2024
Dear Friends and Family,
It is with a heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of our dear James “Yoshi” May. James departed from this world on the morning of Monday, July 1st. James, fondly known as Yoshi, was a friend, a valued community member, and a colleague whose influence was as significant as his joyful presence.
James’s absence has...
Patricia Ellen Pendleton
Jun 30, 2024
Patricia Ellen (Clark) Pendleton was the second of four children born to Arthur C. Clark and Mildred Gibson Clark (Dahlin) in Kansas City, MO on July 15, 1938. Pat passed away peacefully in her sleep on June 30, 2024 at her Millhaven home, just shy of her 86th birthday.
Pat spent her first twelve years in Kansas City with her family...
Nancy Lee Petersen
Jun 30, 2024
Nancy Fredlund Petersen, born June 6, 1931, in Denver, CO, went home to the Lord on June 30, 2024, surrounded by loved ones as she rejoined her beloved husband James Edward “Pete” Petersen.
She leaves here her daughter, Pamela Kay Petersen Lucas; her son, James William “Bill” Petersen; her grandchildren Laura, Peter (and wife Nicole), David (and wife Heather), and Bethany...
Orla Clarice Cooper
Jun 30, 2024
Orla Clarice (Edmonson) Cooper passed from us on June 30th, 2024. Clarice, who always asked to be called Clarice instead of Orla, was born September 18, 1934, in Harrison, Arkansas where she graduated from Harrison High School. Finding employment with an attorney she attended certificate courses in stenography.
Her skill with stenography earned her employment with Bendix Corporation, Kansas City division...
Phouvieng Xayaphet
Jun 30, 2024
With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of Phouvieng Xayaphet, affectionately known as Poo, who departed this world on June 30, 2024, in Kansas City, MO. She was born on August 6, 1949, in Lakhonepheng, Lao.
Poo lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished moments with her family. Her interests in cooking, gardening, and doting on her grandkids brought...
Melva Jean Schmitt
Jun 29, 2024
Melva Jean Schmitt, 89, of Roeland Park, Kansas, passed away in her home on June 29, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born in Spearville, Kansas on July 21, 1934, to George W. and Jennie (Robbins) Wyatt.
After graduating from Kinsley High School in1952, Melva remained in Kinsley, married LaVern P. Schmitt (deceased) and enjoyed being part of a farming...
Michael Dean Morris
Jun 28, 2024
Michael Dean Morris, age 77, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2024, at his home in Shawnee, Kansas surrounded by his children. Throughout his cancer diagnosis, Mike showed his courage in facing life challenges with strength and dignity.
He was born on April 8,1947, in Harrisonville, Missouri to the late Clarence and Reva Morris. He was one of 9 children. After...
Dick Sandifer
Jun 28, 2024
Dick Sandifer's favorite phrase when asked how he was doing was "Any better and I would be in Heaven.” Friday June 28th, he got to make that trip. He departed surrounded by his wife of 72 years, Cecilia, all his children, their spouses, and family. Having just received an Apostolic Blessing from Fr. Scott of St. Joseph Church in Shawnee,...
Jeff Kyle
Jun 27, 2024
Jeff Kyle, born on June 24, 1960, in Tacoma, Washington, bid farewell to this world on June 27, 2024, in Lenexa, Kansas. At the age of 64, Jeff's journey on Earth came to an end, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire those who knew him.Throughout his life, Jeff dedicated himself to making a difference in the lives...
David Wayne Buckallew
Jun 24, 2024
David Wayne Buckallew, age 64, of Edwards, Missouri, passed away on June 24, 2024, in Columbia, Missouri. Born on November 27, 1959, David lived a life filled with hard work and cherished moments with his loved ones.
David dedicated his career to serving others, having worked at the United Cities Gas Company and as a proud member of Operating Engineers Union...