Jun 5, 2024

Verlene Marie Sinsel passed away on June 5, 2024 at Merriam Gardens in Merriam, KS at the age of 86. She was born in Idaho Falls, ID on November 16, 1937 to Lorin Verle Hill and Eva Marie Moss.

Marie was a dedicated mother to her seven children, loving grandmother to her 16 grandchildren and 17 great...

Jun 5, 2024

Rebecca "Becky" Ann Smith, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on June 5, 2024, in Olathe, KS, after a courageous battle with Leukemia. She was born in Clarksville, TN, on March 3, 1957. At the age of 67, Becky left behind a legacy of love and kindness that will forever be cherished by those who knew...

Jun 5, 2024

Roberta "Robbie" Golub Theurer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away on June 5, 2024, in Overland Park, Kansas at the age of 73. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri on October 6, 1950.

Robbie dedicated her life to education, serving for almost forty years as a teacher of Social Studies,...

Jun 4, 2024

November 8, 1995 my sister gave birth to a handsome baby boy, my nephew Justin Ray.. I told my sister while she was in labor I was going to be the first one to hold him.. Well I was, I told Justin he was my little pumkin butt... 4 years later we found out that Justin had fragle X. ...

Jun 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria A Brown, 94. She passed away peacefully at home on Monday, June 3, 2024 with family. Born in Germany on November 13, 1929, Maria met her husband, Robert L. Brown who was serving in the US Military. They married July 4, 1954 and then sailed to the...

Jun 2, 2024

Sylvan Francis Lowenbruck, born on December 21, 1933, in Caldwell, Kansas, passed away at the age of 90 on June 2, 2024, in Shawnee, Kansas. He departed this world peacefully, having died in his sleep.

Sylvan lived a full and colorful life, working as a Foreman for Sheet Metal Workers' Local Union #2....

Jun 2, 2024

Stephen Childs Palmer was born on January 22, 1952, in St. Louis, Missouri.  Steve passed away on June 2, 2024, at the University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 72, due to strokes, complications from Pancreatic Cancer.

Steve knew at a very young age that he wanted to be an Architect.  He earned his Bachelor...

May 31, 2024

Patricia "Patty" Pflumm Baranowski, born on September 12, 1928, in Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2024, in Venice, Florida, at the age of 95 due to natural causes.

Patty led a remarkable life filled with compassion, dedication, and love. She wore many hats throughout her career, working as a Nurse, Business Owner, Bookkeeper, and Oral Surgery Assistant. Despite...

May 30, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Bill Slamin, who peacefully left this world on May 30, 2024, due to natural causes. Bill was born on September 22, 1930, in Waltham, MA.

Bill dedicated his life to the field of journalism and made significant contributions within the industry. He...

May 28, 2024

Linda Sue Seay (Cortright), born in Kansas City, KS on April 19, 1940, peacefully passed away on May 28, 2024, in Tulsa, OK surrounded by family and lifted in love and prayer. She was a beloved daughter of John and Mae Cortright and is survived by her two sons, Chad Seay (Donna Seay) and Todd Seay (Jennifer Seay), as...

May 27, 2024

Ryan “Odie” John Burdolski was born in Merriam, Kansas on November 20, 1979, to John and Candy Burdolski (Dagg). Born with a neurological spinal defect, doctors feared that he would never walk and would spend his life bound to a wheelchair. Defying all odds, he hit all developmental milestones and his doctor stated once to his parents, “if you...

May 26, 2024

Vera S. Surface, aged 97, of Wellsville, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2024.  She was born on October 28, 1926, in Ottawa, Kansas.

Vera was the daughter of Leslie R. Sutherland and Mary Lorena Sutherland. She was also preceded in death by her twin sister, Myra Howell, brothers Bernard Sutherland and Lyle Sutherland, and her...

May 24, 2024

Carolyn Viola Stephenson, 88, of Overland Park, Kansas died on Friday, May 24, 2024 at St. Joseph Place,11901 Rosewood Drive Overland Park, Kansas.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 PM, Sunday, June 2nd at Shawnee Mission Unitarian Universalist Church, 9400 Pflumm Road, Lenexa, Kansas. Carolyn will be interred on June 22 at 10:00 in White Chapel...

May 24, 2024

In Loving Memory of Kurtis Bradford Vaughn "Brad" (March 10, 1979 - May 24, 2024)

With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we bid farewell to our son, brother and friend, Brad Vaughn, who passed away at the age of 45 after bravely battling a long-term illness. Born in Warner Robins, GA, Brad's journey through life took him...

May 24, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas John Ptak; a beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished grandfather. He peacefully departed this world on May 24th, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering dedication.

Born on January 1st, 1940 to Thomas and Mary (Kososky) Ptak in West Virginia, Tom moved...

May 22, 2024

Lorene S. Pierson, 93, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Advent Hospital, Merriam, KS.

Visitation will be 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203 (913) 631-5566. Mass of Christian burial will be 10:00 am, Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at St. Joseph...

May 21, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Theresa Swinney, beloved wife, mother, sister, and grandmother. Theresa was born on July 15, 1953, in Wichita, Kansas, and peacefully departed from this world on May 21, 2024, in Shawnee, Kansas, at the age of 70, after a valiant battle with Glioblastoma. Theresa was a dedicated...

May 21, 2024

Kenneth "Kenny" Schulz, the man known for his quick wit and jack-of-all-trades skills, passed away on May 21, 2024, in Overland Park, Kansas, due to a tragic accident. He was born on December 11, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Kenny lived a vibrant life filled with fixing pipes as a plumber and tinkering with old cars, tools,...

May 16, 2024

Albert Ray Heaton, born August 19, 1926, in Veedersburg, Indiana, took his final flight to the heavens on May 16, 2024 in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 97. He passed away peacefully of natural causes.

Albert led a colorful life working as an airplane inspector at Boeing, managing a grocery store, selling insurance, and even owning...

May 16, 2024

Sally Lee Saum, born November 30, 1945, in Salina, Kansas, passed away on May 16, 2024, in Overland Park, Kansas at the age of 78. She courageously battled Dementia/Alzheimer’s disease the last several years.

Sally dedicated many years of her life to work, having been employed at Dillons Grocery Store, PTI, and Burns & McDonnell. Her true...