Nov 7, 2023

Jeffery Eugene West of Kansas City, Kansas passed away on 7 November 2023 at the age of 72. Jeff was born 11 February 1951 in Kenton, Ohio. He grew up in Florida and his family later moved to southern California where he lived until he entered the military. Jeff joined the U.S. Army in March of 1968 at the...

Nov 7, 2023

Stephen Paul Pryor, age 75, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on November 7, 2023 at his home. He was born on September 4, 1948 in Dallas, Texas to Guy and Etha Merle Pryor. Stephen graduated from the University of North Texas with a degree in math and later completed a Master’s Degree in Atmospheric Science from...

Nov 7, 2023

Fred Nicholson, 93, passed away on November 7, 2023. He was born on October 10, 1930 in Birch Tree, Missouri to William and Myrtle Nicholson. He was the seventh of eight children born to them. Fred played high school baseball and enjoyed spending time at Alley Springs and Jack’s Fork, Missouri. Fred joined the Army and served in the...

Nov 5, 2023

Marilyn Ann Belfrage wore many titles throughout her life ranging from daughter, niece, cousin, friend, wife, mother, teacher, and member; but, our favorite of these was mother/mom.

Marilyn, born July 23, 1946, was the only daughter of Ford and Marjorie Belfrage.  Her father affectionately called her “Pud” after the dessert pudding and earmarked all of her toys...

Nov 3, 2023

Mary Louise (Mangner) Hewlett, 72, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 3, 2023, due to complications with lung cancer.

Mary, also known as “Mary Lou'' when growing up, was born April 13, 1951, in Omaha, Nebraska to Thomas and Jeanne (Vyvyan) Mangner. She was the second eldest...

Nov 3, 2023

Patty L. Banister passed away peacefully with her son, Jeff, by her side on Nov. 3, 2023.

Patty was born April 24, 1934, in Shelbyville, IN. She graduated from Shelbyville High School and was proud to be a Golden Bear. As a young girl she enjoyed roller skating and raising banty hens. Along with her mother and...

Nov 2, 2023

William “Bill” Swarner, 62, Merriam, KS sadly passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at his home in Merriam, KS.  Bill was born on December 12, 1960 in Kansas City, MO to Joseph and Patricia Swarner.

Bill worked in the construction industry for 20 years. He finished his career as an engineer for Union Pacific Railroad.

Nov 1, 2023

Shirley K. Rehder passed away Wednesday, November 1, 2023. She is survived by her son, Bradley, daughter-in-law, Laura, granddaughters, Kaylin and Kristina, a second son Ryan and husband Terry. She is also survived by sisters: Deanna, Patricia, Cynthia, and Shelley, brother, Patrick, many nephews, nieces and friends. She is preceded in death by one brother, Michael and her parents,...

Oct 31, 2023

Ingrid Ann Campbell of Shawnee, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on October 31st, 2023 at 3:28 A.M. at the University of Kansas Medical Center. She was born to Warren R. and Annelies (Krause) Campbell in Piqua, Ohio on November 19, 1962.

She spent her childhood growing up in Winona Lake, Indiana. She graduated from Warsaw High School in...

Oct 30, 2023

Juanita Marie Katlin, 97, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2023.  She was born on October 19, 1926, in Kansas City, Missouri to Durwood Hawkins and Katherine (Murphy) Hawkins.

Juanita married Michael Katlin on May 6, 1950 and they were married 63 years until Michaels passing in 2013.

She is survived by...

Oct 29, 2023

With heavy hearts and loving memories, we announce that Maggie J. Fournier, age 91, of Overland Park, KS passed away on October 29, 2023.  She is survived by her husband Henry Fournier; children, Paul Fournier (Cynthia), Karen West (Bob) and Twyla Schroer (Frank); grandchildren, Nathan, Chad, Lauren (Ethan), Daniel, Nathan, Nicholas (Kristin), Anna, Frank and Henri; and great-grandchildren, Leo,...

Oct 27, 2023

Mary Theresa Gessler, 66, of Mission, Kansas died October 27, 2023 after a short stay at KU Medical Center.

The rosary which Mary loved and prayed often will be recited at 9:00am, Thursday, November 2, 2023 at St Joseph Catholic Church, 11311 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Ks 66203. Following the rosary, visitation with the family will commence until...

Oct 24, 2023

Larry G. Ehrlich, 84 of Westwood Hills, KS died at his home on October 24, 2023, after a brief but valiant fight against cancer.

A memorial service will be held at the Church of the Resurrection, 5001 W. 137th, Leawood KS 66224 at the Firestone Chapel, Building B on Saturday, November 4th at 1:00 P.M.

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Oct 23, 2023

Joy Lynn Courtwright, 60, passed away on October 23, 2023.

She was born to James and Jeanette (Grey) Courtwright on October 29, 1962 in Kansas City, Kansas.

Joy moved from her family home to Lakemary Center in Paola, KS, to receive specialized education. She lived there until she was...

Oct 19, 2023

Kara Marie Lowe, 32, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on October 19th,2023.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 am, Saturday, November 4th. 2023 at the Amos Family Funeral Home.

Kara was born January 23rd, 1991 in Kansas City, Kansas to Michael and Julie Lowe.

She was so kind, caring...

Oct 18, 2023

Glendale “Butch” Wayne McKnight, 71 of Roeland Park, Kansas passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on October 18th, 2023. He was born to James and JoAnn (Pickett) McKnight on November 29, 1951, in Kansas City, Kansas.

Visitation and memorial service will be held at Nall Avenue Church of the Nazarene, 6301...

Oct 17, 2023

Jim Hall passed away suddenly on October 17, 2023 at the age of 62. He was born in Larned, KS to Donald and Carol  on August 27, 1961 and was raised in Larned KS. A graduate of Larned High School in 1979, Jim was passionate about Woods and Carpentry. After attending high school, Jim worked in the...

Oct 17, 2023

Evelyn Louise Wagner, age 89, Roeland Park, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, October 17, 2023, at Shawnee Post Acute Rehabilitation Center’s assisted living facility where she had lived since suffering a debilitating stroke in 2015. A visitation will be held Saturday, October 28th at 10:00 followed by a memorial service at 11:00 at Nall Avenue Baptist Church, 6701...

Oct 16, 2023

The world mourns the loss of an exceptional individual with the passing of Cindy Hadel Briles (Cavanagh), who departed this world on October 16, 2023.  Cindy dedicated her final moments to the noble cause of enhancing the life of a solitary horse, embodying the profound compassion that defined her existence.

Cindy was preceded in death by her...

Oct 16, 2023

Bonnie Kay Schmitz, age 62, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on October 16, 2023. She was born on December 10, 1960, in Kansas City, MO. Bonnie's smile and laughter would lift people up wherever she went. She was who her family and friends would turn to for advice and comfort. She made sure that every person always felt heard...