Obituaries
Charles Wayne Nichols
May 15, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Charles Wayne Nichols
1936 – 2025
Charles Wayne Nichols, 89, passed away peacefully at the Olathe Hospice House on Thursday, May 15, 2025.
Charlie was born on April 6, 1936, in Moberly, Missouri as the oldest of two children to Henry and Lucille (Rupard) Nichols. He graduated from Wyandotte High School in Kansas City, Kansas. He received his Bachelor of...
Mary Lou Gallagher
May 14, 2025
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Quentin E Keeling
May 10, 2025
Quentin E. Keeling, age 68, passed away May 10, 2025 at his home in Olathe, Kansas.
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Tawnee Amber Bubak
May 10, 2025
Tawnee Amber Bubak died at Olathe Medical Center in Olathe, Kansas, on May 10, 2025, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Tawnee was born in Manhattan, Kansas, on April 10, 1980. She grew up in Manhattan and graduated from Rock Creek High School in 1998. Tawnee attended Brown Mackie College in Salina, Kansas, becoming a Medical Transcriptionist.
Tawnee...
Richard Frank Currey
May 10, 2025
Richard Frank Currey, age 89, of Overland Park, Kansas, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior on May 10, 2025. He was born in Buffalo, New York, to Norman and Evelyn Currey (née Hill) of Derby, New York.
Richard graduated from Lake Shore High School in Angola, NY, in 1957 and earned an Associate's Degree in Chemistry from Erie...
Robert DeWayne Winchel
May 7, 2025
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Robert DeWayne Winchel, 79, of Wellsville, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 9, 1946, in Peculiar, Missouri, to Ernest and Marguerite Winchel, Robert was a man of strong character, deep values, and unwavering devotion to family and community. On February 18, 1967, he married the...
J.Michael Moore
May 7, 2025
Joseph Michael Moore, aka J.Michael Moore, a respected member of the community and a dedicated professional, entered the arms of his Saviour on May 7, 2025, at the age of 76 in Olathe, Kansas. Born on August 5, 1948, in Fort Ord, California, to James Thomas Moore, Sr and Jeanne Marie (Bailey) Moore. Mike’s life was marked by commitment to...
Lucienne Bell
May 5, 2025
Lucienne Bell, née Brault, was born on September 9, 1950, in Valleyfield, Quebec, Canada. She passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.
Lucienne was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, Gary. Together, they nurtured a warm and supportive family environment, raising two wonderful daughters, Nadia and Karen, who...
Helen McPherson Johnson
May 5, 2025
Helen McPherson Johnson passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, at Cedar Lake Village in Olathe, Kansas. She was born on November 3, 1933, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Helen shared more than 71 years of marriage with her beloved husband, Jewel P. Johnson, who passed away just three months before what would have been their 72nd wedding anniversary.
She was preceded in death...
Evelyn Jane Rucas
May 5, 2025
Evelyn Jane Rucas, a cherished homemaker whose life embodied kindness, compassion, and making friends wherever she went, passed away on May 5, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. She was born on June 3, 1940, in Wichita, Kansas. She met her husband, Larry Rucas in the Junior high band. They went to separate high schools but were reacquainted when they went...
Gene E. Montee
May 5, 2025
Gene Montee, “Poppy”, 100, of Olathe, Kansas
Gene Montee, a cherished resident and “spokesman” of the Healthcare Resort of Olathe, passed away peacefully on May 5th, at the age of 100. Born on September 9, 1924, in Pittsburg, Kansas, to Goldie Mae Palmer and Earl Merle Montee. Gene's century-long life was marked by generosity, resilience, a passion for music, and an...
Prescilla "Penny" E. Abernathy
May 4, 2025
Prescilla E. "Penny" Abernathy, born on August 14, 1959, in Hemet, California, to Franklin and Jacqueline Raner, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. She is remembered not only for her dedication to her career in healthcare but also for the love and joy she brought to those around her.
At the time of her illness, Penny...
Janice Bauer
May 4, 2025
Janice Bauer, 74, of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, May 4, 2025. She was born on March 18, 1951 in Kansas City, Kansas to Merlyn and Bonnie Tooley.
Jan grew up in Shawnee, Kansas with her two brothers, David and Dennis, with a love for the outdoors, playing guitar, and singing. She met the love of...
Ronald Dwight Miller
May 2, 2025
Ronald Dwight Miller, 90, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away at Olathe Hospice House on Friday, May 2, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born on February 3, 1935 in Kansas City, Kansas, to James and Juanita (Lilly) Miller.
Ronald spent much of his youth in Seymour, Iowa, where his father owned the local theater. He lost his mother as a...
Linda Marie Rockel
Apr 29, 2025
Linda Marie Rockel, age 74, entered her eternal home unexpectedly on April 29, 2025 in Olathe, Kansas
She was born on June 23, 1950 in St. Paul, Minnesota to Herman and Rosemary Scheler. She graduated from Johnson High School.
On July 11, 1970 she married Robert James Rockel in St. Paul.
Linda enjoyed her career as Front Desk Manager in the hospitality industry,...
Chris Kevin Roberts
Apr 29, 2025
Chris Kevin Roberts, born on February 24, 1956, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2025, in Spring Hill, Kansas. He lived a life filled with quiet strength and intellect, leaving a lasting impression on all who had the privilege to know him.
Chris was known for his brilliant mind, with an innate ability to fix anything that came his way. His...
Margie Plagens
Apr 27, 2025
Margie Plagens, a beloved wife, mother and grandmother was a woman of strong spirit and boundless energy, a true outdoorswoman at heart. She leaves behind a legacy of adventure, love and a deep appreciation for the simple beauty of nature. She found joy in many activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, and exploring the natural world. Margie was once...
William Morgan
Apr 25, 2025
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Megan T. Blasco
Apr 25, 2025
Megan T. Blasco, a creative soul, slipped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on April 25, 2025, at the age of 69 in Overland Park. She was born on September 15, 1955, and brought warmth and inspiration to everyone she met. Her life was filled with curiosity and kindness, and she always led with a smile.
Megan’s talent in Creative Design...
James Martin Christensen
Apr 24, 2025
James Martin Christensen, known fondly as Jim, (and Jimmy C.) passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas. Born on May 31, 1945, in Denver, Colorado, Jim lived a full life marked by dedication to both his family and his career.
Jim enjoyed a long and successful career at the distribution plant for Pepsi Co., where his work ethic...
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