Obituaries

Gary Lee Winsor

Gary Lee Winsor

Aug 25, 2025

Gary Lee Winsor of Olathe, KS passed away Monday August 25,2025 at Sunrise Of Overland Park. Gary was born May 31, 1940 in Newton, KS the son of John and Marian (Sauerwein) Winsor. He married Annetta Sue (Rust) Winsor April 25, 1969 who survives the home.

He was an active member of the First Christian Church of Olathe and the VFW...

Mary Jean Cochran

Mary Jean Cochran

Aug 24, 2025

Mary Jean Cochran, born on September 25, 1923, in Emporia, Kansas, passed away on August 24, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas.

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Mary Leah Adkins

Mary Leah Adkins

Aug 23, 2025

Mary Leah Adkins, 97, peacefully passed into the arms of Jesus on August 23, 2025 at Aberdeen Village, Olathe, KS.

Mary Leah Norman was born in Des Moines, Iowa to Norwood and Marie Norman. Her father passed when she was 4, and her uncle Clarence was like her father whom she respected and loved dearly. Mary graduated from Roosevelt High School...

Hilda Maria Sutton

Hilda Maria Sutton

Aug 23, 2025

Hilda Maria Sutton, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at home in Leawood, Kansas, on August 23, 2025, at the age of 90.

Hilda was born on January 5, 1935, in Mérida, Yucatán, Mexico, to Alejandro and Hilda Salazar. While living in Tijuana, she met the love of her life, Gary Sutton, who was serving in the...

Landon Patrick Evans

Landon Patrick Evans

Aug 21, 2025

Landon Patrick Evans, beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on October 9, 1990, Landon brought light, laughter, and love into the lives of all who knew him.

Landon’s kindness was his hallmark. He had an extraordinary ability to make everyone feel seen, valued, and loved. With his warm smile and...

Eli Raymond Warren

Eli Raymond Warren

Aug 19, 2025

Eli Raymond Warren made his quick entrance into this world on January 25, 1978, in Attica, Kansas. He passed away peacefully on August 19, 2025, in Gardner, Kansas.

Eli attended school in Attica, Kansas. He graduated from Attica High School with the class of 1996. While in High School, he was active in band, 4-H, and on the Forensics team, excelling...

Debbie E. Musteen

Debbie E. Musteen

Aug 19, 2025

Debbie E. Musteen, 78, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, after months of fighting lung cancer. She was born on October 21, 1946 in Topeka, Kansas to Howard and Dixie (Colcher) Kietzman.

Debbie grew up in Gladstone, Mo. There she attended Meadowbrook Elementary School, Northgate Jr. High, and graduated from North Kansas City...

Lois Annette Weston

Lois Annette Weston

Aug 19, 2025

Lois Annette Weston, born on November 2, 1942, in Indianola, Iowa, was a dedicated minister and beloved matriarch who touched the hearts of many throughout her remarkable life. She peacefully passed away on August 19, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas.

A proud graduate of Mid America Nazarene University, Lois earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Religion and went on to devote her...

Eric James Carter

Eric James Carter

Aug 18, 2025

Eric James Carter, a beloved chef and devoted father, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 48.



Born on September 12, 1976, in Pender, Nebraska, Eric's journey in life was marked by a profound passion for culinary arts and an unwavering commitment to his children.



For the past 14 years, Eric shared his culinary talents at...

Ricki Lee Leseberg

Ricki Lee Leseberg

Aug 18, 2025

Ricki Lee Leseberg, born on March 20, 1957, in Beatrice, Nebraska, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas.

Throughout his life, Ricki held many different custodial jobs.

Ricki enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He cherished music, allowing it to be a soundtrack to his days, and enjoyed watching television, finding entertainment and solace in its stories.

Ricki is survived by...

Leon D Houghton

Leon D Houghton

Aug 17, 2025

Leon Dale Houghton, age 73, passed away peacefully at the Olathe, KS Hospice House on Sunday morning, August 17, 2025.

He was born on October 31, 1951, to Clifford and Bernice Houghton, and grew up on the family ranch south of Tipton, KS. Leon graduated from Cawker City High School in 1970, where he was a standout multi-sport athlete, serving as...

Janis L. Carnes

Janis L. Carnes

Aug 17, 2025

Janis Lynn Carnes, 77, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away surrounded by family on August 17, 2025, following an extended hospital stay at Saint Lukes Hospital, Overland Park, KS.

Born on March 7, 1948, in Joliet, Illinois, to Wendell and Rosarita (Zobel) Brockett, Janis spent much of her childhood in Topeka, Kansas, before moving to Knob Noster, MO, near Whiteman Air Force...

Karen A. Falk

Karen A. Falk

Aug 16, 2025

Karen A. Falk, 79, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away peacefully on August 16, 2025 after a long battle with dementia.

She was born April 29, 1946 in Topeka, Kansas to Louis F. Falk and Virgie A. (Teske) Falk who both preceded her in death.

Karen graduated from Kansas State University in Interior Design. She owned a health food store in Prairie...

Donald L. Holmes

Donald L. Holmes

Aug 14, 2025

Donald L. Holmes, 87, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born on December 21, 1937 in Evansville, Indiana to Eugene and Edith (Voitl) Holmes.

Don grew up in Evansville and upon graduating from Reitz Memorial Catholic High School, went to work for Whirlpool Corporation. While working...

Bounneuang Syhabout

Bounneuang Syhabout

Aug 12, 2025

Bounneuang Syhabout, 94, of Olathe, KS, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 12th of 2025. She is survived by her 2 siblings, her younger sister Montha Khongmaly, her younger brother Bounthieng Khamsihong and her 7 children, Sophonh (So) Syhabout, Sysouphanh (Thik) Syhabout, Sean Syhabout, Phouangsouvanh (Nui) Boonyasiti, Saysamone (Mone) Phommachack, Phonephouvanh (Yai) Syhabout, and Phonesavanh (Thoon) Khamsihong,...

Charles Peter Rome

Charles Peter Rome

Aug 12, 2025

Charles Peter Rome, beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle and Papa, passed away on August 12, 2025.

Charlie was born on April 12, 1942, in Great Bend, KS. He met his future wife Lorraine (Kanago) at the Hoisington State Fair and told her on their first date that he wanted to run his own business. They were married on August 21, 1965,...

Vicente Silva Hernandez

Vicente Silva Hernandez

Aug 10, 2025

It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Vicente Silva Hernandez, a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and faithful pastor. Vicente entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2025, surrounded by family and covered in prayer.

Born on April 5, 1971, in Tierra Blanca, Veracruz, Vicente lived a life marked by...

Patricia Louise Rice

Patricia Louise Rice

Aug 9, 2025

 Patricia Louise Rice, a beloved sister, aunt and friend, passed away on August 9, 2025, in her hometown of Olathe, Kansas. 

Born on November 22, 1953, Pat lived a life marked by her fun-loving spirit and commitment to creating memorable experiences for others through her work in corporate events. Pat utilized her creativity and organizational skills to bring countless visions to...

Helen Rose Hadley

Helen Rose Hadley

Aug 8, 2025

In Memory of Helen Rose (Ruf) Hadley

April 1, 1935 – August 8, 2025

Helen Rose (Ruf) Hadley (90) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 8, 2025.

Helen was born on April 1, 1935 in Kansas City, Missouri to Paul W. and Amalia (Maier) Ruf. As the oldest daughter, she helped her mother care for her siblings, William, Jacob, August,...

Gerard M Lavin

Gerard M Lavin

Aug 7, 2025

Gerard Aloysius Michael Lavin, a loving husband and father, and a revered business leader, passed away on Aug. 7, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 82. He was a good man, overflowing with generosity, faith and love. Jerry loved GOD, Ellen, their children and their grandchildren, and their families and friends.

Born on Oct. 8, 1942, in Brooklyn, New...

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