Carolee Ann Stark
Jan 28, 2026
Carolee Ann (Walsh) Stark, 91, passed away on January 28, 2026, at the KU Hospice House In Olathe, Kansas.
Born in Ionia, Michigan, to Walter Walsh and Agnes (Marshall) Walsh on May 24, 1934, she spent a majority of her early days in Pontiac, Michigan. Her desire to see the world drove her to join the United States Navy during the...
Robert "Bob" Paul Kovar
Feb 26, 2026
Robert "Bob" Paul Kovar, born on September 10, 1952, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Gardner, Kansas.
A full obituary will be provided shortly.
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Sylvia Jean Landis
Feb 25, 2026
Sylvia Jean Landis, a vibrant soul known for her infectious joy, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, in Stilwell, Kansas. Born on October 10, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri, Sylvia lived a life filled with love, creativity, and a dedication to her family and community.
In her professional journey, Sylvia thrived in various roles including sales with Shaklee and The...
Celia P. Grayless
Feb 23, 2026
A much-loved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, Celia Grayless, 61, of Olathe, KS passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, February 23rd with her husband and daughter by her side. She had bravely fought cancer for 15 months - living every day with an optimistic outlook and joy in her heart. She was born August 18, 1964 in...
Harry Andrew Rich
Feb 23, 2026
Harry Andrew Rich, 98, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Monday, February 23, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1927 in Jefferson, Pennsylvania to Daniel and Martha (Sharpnack) Rich. Harry attended a one room schoolhouse until he attended and graduated from Carmichaels, PA High School.
After high school Harry entered the US Navy near the end of World War II....
Richard F. Owen
Feb 17, 2026
RICHARD FRED “DIAMOND DICK” OWEN Born July 1, 1952 in Omaha, Neb., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Feb. 17, 2026, at his Mission Hills, Kansas home.
Dick graduated from Benson High School in Omaha in 1970. He then attended Colorado State University, where he was a member of the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, graduating in 1975.
From there, Dick...
Richard Allan "Dick" Bennett
Feb 17, 2026
Richard Allan “Dick” Bennett, 88, passed away at his home in Overland Park, Kansas, on February 17, 2026, due to heart failure.
Born on November 6, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, Dick was the son of William and Florence Schroeder Bennett, who preceded him in death. He grew up in the Chicagoland area and graduated from Taft High School. He then attended...
Scott Christopher Palecki
Feb 16, 2026
Scott Christopher Palecki, born on January 5, 1971, in Wellington, Kansas, passed away on February 16, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas. A well-respected attorney in the healthcare field, Scott dedicated his career to advancing the field of healthcare law, leaving a profound impact on his colleagues and clients alike through his diligent work, knowledge, and compassionate approach.
Scott was a proud...
Kimberly Renee Winnett
Feb 15, 2026
Kimberly Renee Winnett, 62, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was born on September 19, 1963, in Dayton, Ohio, to Daniel and Treva (Raleigh) Agee.
Kimberly grew up in Beavercreek, Ohio, and moved to San Diego, California, at the age of 13, where she graduated from high school. She later returned to Ohio to attend...
Nancy Ruth Byram
Feb 14, 2026
Nancy Mason Byram lived a life defined by kindness, creativity, laughter, and a deep love for the people gathered around her. On February 14, 2026—fittingly, a day devoted to love—she went home to heaven, leaving behind a legacy of warmth that will continue to bless all who knew her.
Nancy was born November 4, 1952, in Wichita, Kansas, to Bob and...
Ronnie Dee Williams
Feb 13, 2026
Ronnie Dee Williams, 90, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away unexpectedly on February 13, 2026. Born at home in rural Fremont County, Iowa on August 26, 1935 to Earl Henry “Jack” and Mary Williams, he lived a life marked by hard work and selfless love for his family.
Ron graduated from Farragut High School in 1953 and went on to serve...
Glenna Blurton
Feb 12, 2026
Glenna K. Blurton, 68, was called home on February 12, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1958, in Oswego, Kansas, to Aldra Marie “Heady” Blurton.
During her thirties, Glenna was a dedicated employee at Zarda, where she worked for many years while faithfully raising her two children as a single mother. Determined to build a strong future for her family,...
Saundra Jean Hill
Feb 12, 2026
Saundra Jean Hill, 87, of Olathe, Kansas, a devoted wife, loving mother and cherished grandmother/great grandmother, was peacefully promoted to heaven on Thursday, February 12, 2026, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 5, 1938 in Des Moines, Iowa to Albert and Katherine (Gresham) Aldrich.
Saundra (Grammy) grew up in Redfield, Iowa where she met the love of her...
Judith Ellen Wilson
Feb 11, 2026
Judith Ellen (Wentworth) Wilson was born in Monroe Michigan, the daughter of Herbert Barker Wentworth and Nellie Virginia (Vance) Wentworth. She was the third of four sisters and grew up in southern Idaho. She graduated from Nampa high school and Northwest Nazarene College then continued her studies at the Nazarene Theological Seminary in Kansas City. There she met and married...
Bruce MacArthur
Feb 9, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bruce MacArthur, who left this world on February 9, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 79. Born on November 5, 1946, in Seattle, Washington, Bruce led a life characterized by dedication to his Christian faith.
He held a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from University of Puget Sound, in Tacoma Washington. He...
Katherine "Kathy" Newby
Feb 9, 2026
Kathy Newby, age 86, went home to be with the Lord on February 9, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Kathy was born on September 12, 1939, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Earl Blackburn and Dolly May Slavens.
She was the last surviving member of eight siblings, a role she carried with strength, grace, and deep love for family.
On October...
James Edward Madearis
Feb 8, 2026
James Edward Madearis, age 79, passed February 8, 2026 surrounded by loving family. He is survived by wife, of 47 years, Shirley Madearis and children Isaac Madearis, Rachel Madearis, Naomi Pritchett, Jonathan Madearis, and Shane Gross, and brother Dave Roberts, the remaining of four brothers, Anthony Roberts and Michael Walker have passed.
James was born in Austin, Texas and raised in...
Nicole Ann Robinette
Feb 5, 2026
NICOLE ANN ANDERSON ROBINETTE
1975-2026
Nicole Ann (Anderson) Robinette, age 50, of Olathe, KS, passed away with her family by her side on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Nicole was born on a Naval Base in Connecticut on March 31, 1975. She was the youngest child of Colette and Chuck Anderson. The family moved to Hallsville, MO in 1977, where Nicole had a...
Rebecca Lee Taylor
Feb 5, 2026
Becky Taylor, born August 19, 1958, passed away surrounded by family on February 5, 2026. She was deeply loved and will be dearly missed by all who knew her.
Becky was the beloved daughter of Juanita and Lou Jurado, and was also preceded in death by her brother, Manuel Jurado (Starla). Raised in a close and loving family, Becky developed a...
Minelle Louise Batson
Feb 5, 2026
Minelle Louise Batson, 76, passed peacefully on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at The Hospice House in Olathe.
She was born on May 3, 1949, in Enid, the daughter of Colonel William Evans Darnell and Eda Belle (Smith) Darnell. Minelle grew up primarily in Union City, TN with her grandmother and in Enid, Oklahoma, where she graduated from Enid High School. She...
