Obituaries
Becky Lynn Keller
May 19, 2026
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Linda C. Truby
May 16, 2026
Linda Carolyn Meeker Truby was born November 24, 1939, to Alice L. Luckey-Meeker and Eursie P. Meeker in Osceola, Missouri.
She was “born again” at an early age and lived her life devoted to Christ, using her exceptional talent as a pianist to bless countless listeners. She accompanied soloists, ensembles, choirs, and congregational singing throughout her life, as the piano was...
Marilyn L. Pulliam
May 16, 2026
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Carmella M. O'Dwyer
May 15, 2026
Carmella Martha O'Dwyer, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 15, 2026, in Olathe, KS. Born on July 15, 1947, in Hazleton, PA, she was the only sister to her brothers, Jim, Carl, and Paul Lee.
Carmella was a devoted mother to her three sons — Jerry O'Dwyer (Ginger), John O'Dwyer (Heather), and Jimmy O'Dwyer (Randi) — and helped...
D. Jean Altnow
May 15, 2026
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In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to The University of Kansas.
Timothy R. Dykes
May 12, 2026
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Frederick Elson Miller, Jr.
May 12, 2026
Frederick Elson Miller, Jr., 88, recently of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Frederick and Emma (Johnson) Miller.
He lived with his parents in Kansas City, MO until they moved to a farm near Liberty, MO. He graduated High School from Liberty High School, in...
Pamela D. Pretz
May 11, 2026
Pamela Pretz, a loving daughter, wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11th after her battle with cancer. Pam was the family go-to person for all things in life that were important. So many times, it was said, “We’ll ask Pam” to make sure we weren’t making a poor choice, be it a personal or financial decision....
Jeffrey Lane Parker
May 11, 2026
Jeffrey Lane Parker, our beautiful friend, who touched so many with his infectious smile and piercing blue eyes, who always popped up in difficult circumstances with a mischievous joke or a well-timed compliment, who always made us laugh and always shared his generous, faithful spirit, departed this world on May 11th, 2026, after a long, difficult battle with Alzheimer’s.
Born March...
Penny Craven
May 11, 2026
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Dawn Marie Smith
May 10, 2026
Dawn Marie Smith, a woman of immense grace and the "most precious person" to those who knew her, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, May 10, 2026. After a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer, she left this world surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life building and nurturing.Born on February 17, 1954, Dawn...
Marie Bell "Watty" O'Hara
May 8, 2026
Marie Bell O’Hara, born July 11, 1925, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Watson and attended Bryant School and Sunset Hill. She graduated from Smith College in 1947 with a degree in music. She was an active community volunteer and a member of the Junior League for many years. She served as a docent and a member of...
Robert (Bob) T. Pearson
May 8, 2026
Robert Thomas Pearson passed away peacefully on 5-8-26 at his home in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 89.
A devoted Christian, faith in God was the foundation of Bob's life. As an Elder in the Community of Christ church, his relationship with God shaped the way he lived and loved others. Bob was the steady foundation and heart of his...
Michael Hemming, Jr.
May 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mike Hemming, Jr.With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mike Hemming, Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, proud veteran, beloved son, cherished friend, and brother.
Born on July 25, 1959, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Mike was the son of Mike Hemming, Sr. and Virginia Panneton. Above all else, Mike was a loving, dedicated father who cherished his...
Paula Stubblebine
May 6, 2026
Paula Stubblebine, 85 of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Paula was born on May 28, 1940, in Grand Island, Nebraska, to Paul and Ruth Petersen. She spent her childhood in Nebraska before moving with her family to Leawood, Kansas. While attending St. Teresa’s Academy, she met Dick Stubblebine, beginning a...
Twila L. Swartz
May 5, 2026
Twila L. Swartz, age 93 of Olathe, Kansas passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on May 5th, 2026, at Healthcare Resort of Olathe.
She was born on February 17th, 1933, in Alta Vista, Kansas to parents Stephen A. and Cora (Stevenson) Stewart.
She attended Alta Vista High School and graduated in 1951.
She was married to Robert E Swartz on June 5th,...
Margery Ellen (Copeland) Peckham
May 4, 2026
Margery Ellen (Copeland) Peckham was born on September 19th, 1931 in the Blue Hill community northeast of Hunter, Kansas to Burtram Boyd Copeland and Olga (Quade) Copeland. Both her parents passed when she was young, and she was raised by her uncle Ernest Quade and his sister Marie Quade. Marge graduated from Hunter High School, and she lived almost all...
Douglas C. LeMon
May 4, 2026
Douglas Cleon LeMon was born in Brigham City, Utah on August 31, 1935; and he passed away on May 4, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. His family celebrates his life, which was filled with selfless service, loving kindness, and gentle wisdom.
Doug’s childhood years were spent in Brigham City and Salt Lake City, Utah, with his parents Cleon Ebray and Margaret...
Hoa Huynh
May 4, 2026
Mrs. Hoa Huynh passed away at 1:20pm on Monday, May 4, 2026 after long battle with chronic paralysis. Her final moments were spent peacefully in her home surrounded by her children and close friends.Known for her charming, warm and lovely manners, Hoa Huynh will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her children of the Tran’s family asks that...
Joseph C. Burke
May 2, 2026
Joseph C Burke passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 2nd, 2026.
Joe was born July 27th, 1946, in Cleveland, Ohio. He was the second of four children born to Thomas Burke and Mary Burke.
Joe graduated from St. Edward High School in 1965 after growing up on the west side of Cleveland. He went on to earn...
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