Stephanie Shannon Wacker
Sep 14, 2025
Wichita, Kansas – Stephanie Shannon Wacker, 56, passed away peacefully in the early morning of September 14, 2025, at Olathe Health Hospice House, on the University of Kansas Health System campus in Olathe, Kansas, after a fiercely hard-fought battle with stage IV metastatic melanoma.
Steph was born in Wichita and spent her school years here. She attended Kensler Elementary School, Wilbur...
Janet Dale Connors
Sep 13, 2025
Janet Dale Connors, of El Dorado Springs, MO passed away peacefully on September 13th, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, surrounded by family. She was born on June 20, 1943, the daughter of Carl and Mary (Hosie) Connors, and was raised in Garden City, Kansas, where she attended local schools.
On February 3, 1961, Janet married Maurice Coen. Together, they had two sons,...
Barbara N. Summers
Sep 11, 2025
Barbara Lynn (née Nash) Summers, 77, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away at home on Thursday, September 11, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with leukemia. A beloved sister, aunt, teacher, and devoted friend to many, she will be dearly missed.
Lovingly called ‘Aunt B’ by nieces and nephews, Barbara was born on August 23, 1948, in Springfield, Ohio, to Edward Anthony...
Theodore J. "Ted" Cygan Sr
Sep 10, 2025
Theodore J. "Ted" Cygan Sr., a beloved figure in his community, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, at the age of 89 in Olathe, Kansas. Born on February 18, 1936, in Kansas City, Kansas, Ted's life was marked by his dedication to family and his unwavering commitment to the values he held dear.
He leaves behind a loving family that...
Jahangeer "John" Balarashti
Sep 10, 2025
Jahangeer “John” Balarashti, 78, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on September 10, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 11, 1946, in Abadan, Iran, and built a life filled with love, family, laughter, and friendship.
In 1972, John came to the United States from Iran to build a new future. He began his...
Pauline Martin Johnson
Sep 9, 2025
Pauline Martin Johnson, the only child of Sidney and Melva Martin was born near Glasco, Kansas on February 10, 1925. She died on September 9, 2025 in Overland Park, Kansas.
Pauline attended public schools in Glasco, graduating in 1943. On June 10, 1945 she wed Lt. Carl Johnson in San Marcos, Texas. During their life together, they lived in Stafford, Kansas...
Vincent Craig Rath
Sep 9, 2025
Vincent Craig Rath, a beloved husband, father, brother, son, and friend, passed away on September 9, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas. Born on November 16, 1963, in Beaufort, South Carolina, Vince led a life characterized by dedication to both his family and his professional endeavors. Vince had a great respect for the United States Marine Corps and their motto "Semper Fidelis"...
Bruce Sims
Sep 7, 2025
Bruce Sims, 76, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born on April 16, 1949, in Mexico, Missouri, to E.J. and Margaret Sims, Bruce grew up in Paola, Kansas, where he forged lifelong friendships. He excelled in athletics, earning the nickname “The Truck” for his strength and determination on the football field, and also...
Ronald Arthur Kelly
Sep 7, 2025
Ronald (Ron) Arthur Kelly, a devout Catholic, devoted husband, and dedicated father passed away peacefully on September 7, 2025 at the age of 87 in Overland Park, Kansas. He was born on September 8, 1937 in Fulda, Minnesota and lived his life committed to his strong values and chosen career as a chemist.
After graduating high school in Fulda, he graduated...
James "Jim" Wink
Sep 6, 2025
James (Jim) M. Wink, 79, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away peacefully on September 6, 2025. Jim was born November 28,1945 in Morrison, Missouri to Herb and Vicki Wink. He lived most of his early life in Butler, Missouri where he graduated from Butler High School in 1963. Following high school, he went to the University of Missouri and graduated...
Charles Paul Mulligan
Sep 4, 2025
Charles (Chuck) Paul Mulligan, 86, died Thursday September 4th, 2025 at his home after an illness.
Chuck was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Joseph Paul and Fay Marie Mulligan. He attended Carnegie High School and joined the US Air Force in August of 1956 and served honorably until May of 1960. After his service, he began work in the optical industry...
Sherry Kay Brooks
Sep 3, 2025
Sherry Kay (Meier) Brooks, daughter of Pearl Meier, was born on July 30, 1952. She went to be with Jesus on September 3, 2025 following a grueling battle with cancer.
Sherry graduated from Quinter High School and went on to graduate from Colby Community College where she earned her Licensed Practical Nursing degree. After college, she married her high school sweetheart,...
Andree "Dee" O. Millbern
Sep 3, 2025
Andree Millbern (Chopin Maiden Name) was born in Remuzat, France on November 30th, 1933. Her parents were Auguste Euguene Chopin and Anne Sophie Raith.
She lived her childhood through the hardship of the second world war. Andree met Robert Millbern who was doing his military service in France in the early 50’s. They married and had their first daughter Betty Anne...
Clarence Robert Conkle
Sep 1, 2025
Clarence Robert Conkle, Age 92 went to be with the Lord on 9-1-25. Clarence was born in West Sayville, Long Island, New York to James and Adrianna Conkle.
Clarence was the third of 5 brothers and 1 sister. Clarence attended school in Sayville, Long Island, New York.
Clarence wrote letters to Doris while he was in the Navy during the Korean War....
Harold J. Kennedy
Aug 30, 2025
Harold J. Kennedy, a cherished father and devoted friend, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, just days after celebrating his 87th birthday. Born on August 26, 1938, in Walnut, Kansas, Harold brought a vibrant spirit and an unwavering kindness to all who knew him.
A proud veteran of the US Navy, Harold dedicated part of his life...
Ann Jane Phillips
Aug 29, 2025
Ann Jane Phillips of Olathe passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025. She was born on October 5, 1942 in Des Moines Iowa, the daughter of Richard and Helen Woods. Ann graduated from Des Moines’ Lincoln High School and the University of Northern Iowa. She taught elementary school in Grinnell Iowa, Waterloo Iowa, and Lawrence Kansas. Ann was the Director...
Mary Woodbury Keene
Aug 28, 2025
Mary Woodbury Keene
Mary Keene, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of Jesus Christ, entered the eternal presence of her Lord and Savior on August 28, 2025, at the age of 89.
Mary was born on July 23, 1936, in Laona, Wisconsin, the daughter of Paul and Lois Woodbury. She grew up in Crandon and Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, in...
Austin William Mudloff
Aug 27, 2025
Austin William Mudloff
January 31, 1998 – August 27, 2025
Austin William Mudloff, of Olathe, Kansas, was born on January 31, 1998, in Palo Alto, California. Due to a tragic accident, Austin passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at the age of 27.
In his short life, Austin made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him, leaving behind a legacy...
Joan Ewen Bible
Aug 27, 2025
Joan Ewen Bible, 82, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was born on February 28, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri to William and Margaret (Bridges) Ewen. Joan grew up surrounded by her family of aunts, uncles, and her mother, as her father passed away when she was five years old. Joan attended Westport High School...
Dolores (Dee) Mae Saggars
Aug 27, 2025
Dolores “Dee” Mae (Meyer) Saggars, 81 of Olathe, Kansas, a woman whose life was defined by compassion, faith, and service, entered into eternal rest on August 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 2, 1944, on the family farm in Baileyville, Kansas, she carried a spirit of selflessness from an early age. Dee embraced the...
