Obituaries

William Albert Leaseberg

William Albert Leaseberg

Aug 18, 2025

William Albert Leaseberg, born on March 20, 1957, in Beatrice, Nebraska, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas. 

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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...

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...

Kay Lynn Tilburg

Kay Lynn Tilburg

Aug 6, 2025

Kay Lynn (Ottman) Tilburg

October 19, 1947 – August 6th, 2025

Kay Lynn Tilburg, a devoted mother, grandmother, nurse, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on 12:08 am August 6th, 2025 at the age of 77 in Overland Park, Kansas due to liver cancer. Her life was a testament to compassion, resilience, and love for both people and nature.

Kay was born on...

Arnulfo Virgen Alvizar

Arnulfo Virgen Alvizar

Aug 6, 2025

El servicio de Arnulfo Virgen Alvizar se transmitirá en vivo ala hora programada haja click aquí para para ver el servicio en vivo ARNULFO VIRGEN ALVIZAR,de 85 años y residente de Veracruz, México falleció el día 6 de agosto 2025 alas 12 am ,Nació el 6 de agosto de 1940 hijo de Juan virgen y Francisca Alvizar, Arnulfo trabajaba en...

Isabelle Kruep

Isabelle Kruep

Aug 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of

Mary Isabelle Kruep

Isabelle Kruep was born on October 24, 1934. She was married to the love of her life, Roger, for 40 years prior to his passing in 2023. She is survived by her 4 children, 3 step- children, 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and her loving dog, Teddy.

Isabelle grew up in Olathe and attended Olathe High School....

John "Kent" Yeager

John "Kent" Yeager

Aug 4, 2025

John Kent "Kent" Yeager, age 72, passed away on August 4, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Born on June 7, 1953, in Omaha, Nebraska, Kent’s family moved to Mission, Kansas in 1955. Kent grew up with a passion for sports, learned from his brother Larry, and a gift for connecting with people. He attended Shawnee Mission North High School, where he excelled...

Joyce Pearl Wagster

Joyce Pearl Wagster

Aug 4, 2025

Joyce Pearl Wagster, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 84. Born on December 26, 1940, in Apalachicola, Florida, Joyce lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.

Joyce devoted many years of her life to a career as...

Jesus Emiliano Vargas Figueroa

Jesus Emiliano Vargas Figueroa

Aug 3, 2025

Con dolor en nuestro corazon anunciamos la partida de nuestro amado hijo Jesus Emiliano Vargas Figueroa , a la corta edad de 3 años.

Aun que su tiempo a nuestro lado fue corto, el amor y la alegria que compartio con nosotros se mantendra en nuetros corazones por siempre.

Jesus Emiliano fue una luz en nuestras vidas, una pequeña alma de sonrisa...

Marcia B. Albright

Marcia B. Albright

Aug 3, 2025

Marcia B. Albright, 80, passed away on Aug. 3, 2025, at Evergreen Community of Johnson County in Olathe, KS.

Marcia Ann Bloom was born on Feb. 28, 1945, to Richard and Jean Bloom of Albion, NY. Marcia graduated with a degree in journalism from Syracuse University in 1967 and worked for the Rochester (NY) Democrat & Chronicle and Times-Union newspapers until...

Brett Michael Bacon

Brett Michael Bacon

Aug 3, 2025

Brett Michael Bacon, a devoted husband, father, and esteemed Financial Advisor with LFS Wealth Advisors, passed away on August 3, 2025. Born on September 11, 1986, to John and Melanie Bacon of Olathe, KS, Brett's life was a testament to his faith in Jesus Christ and dedication to both family and profession.

Brett graduated from Olathe South High School in 2005...

Marjorie Ann Blasche

Marjorie Ann Blasche

Aug 2, 2025

Marjorie Ann Blasche, 73, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was born on June 14, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri to Henry and Marjorie (Ward) Stein.

Marjorie, known to the family as Ann, grew up in Kansas City, MO. She graduated from Bishop Hogan High School. She met John Blasche while working at the Hallmark Cards...

Clifford Haviland

Clifford Haviland

Aug 1, 2025

Clifford “Cliff” Carl Haviland, 80, was born July 3rd, 1945 in Saratoga Spring, NY and passed away with family by his side on August 1st, 2025 in Overland Park, KS.

Cliff had a unique childhood as an "army brat" traveling across the US and Germany, eventually settling in Kansas City, Kansas. He served in the Air Force, being stationed at Hickman...

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