Cynthia Y. Benson
Jun 27, 2025
Cynthia Y. Benson, born on June 4, 1945, in Manilla, Philippines, passed away unexpectedly on June 27, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas.
A full obituary will be provided shortly.
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Dorotha Lee Kieffaber
Jun 22, 2025
Dorotha Lee Kieffaber, 92 of Olathe, Kansas passed away on June 22, 2025 at Villa St. Francis, Olathe, Kansas.
Dorotha was born May 30, 1933 (the “real” Memorial Day) in Polo, Missouri to Lawrence E. and Susie S. Robison, who preceded her in death, as well as 8 siblings and one grandson. She graduated from Polo High School and then moved...
Kenneth Raymond Rollins
Jun 21, 2025
Kenneth Raymond Rollins, 65, was born to Raymond and Joanna Rollins (Klepac) on 2/28/1960 in Wichita, Kansas. He was the oldest of three kids. He lived in Wichita and in Huntsville, Alabama before moving to KC in 1970.
He started working at age 14 and he was able to save enough money to purchase a 1974 Chevy SuperSport that was the...
Reginald Maurice Moultrie
Jun 18, 2025
Reginald M. Moultrie, age 69, of Olathe KS, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 18th, 2025. His wife and soulmate, Ms. Louise Lake-Moultrie, was by his side.
Born on January 11th, 1956 in Columbia, South Carolina, he was the proud son of (late) Sergeant Major (Reverend) Samuel F. Moultrie and Mrs. Ethel T. Moultrie....
Oscar Dell Smith
Jun 17, 2025
Oscar D. Smith, 100, was born in Chadron, Nebraska on October 31, 1924 and passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas. His full obituary and service information will be posted soon, please check back.
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Emery Carl Hinkhouse, Jr.
Jun 17, 2025
We celebrate the Life of Emery Carl Hinkhouse Jr. (better known as Hink by most).
Born in Correctionville, Iowa on December 18, 1917, little did the world understand the grit and determination he would exemplify throughout his life. He maintained high moral and ethical behavior and was a lifelong church member.
As a child he moved from tenant farm to tenant farm...
Arjan Singh
Jun 15, 2025
Arjan Singh, a dedicated farmer and passionate poet, peacefully passed away on June 15, 2025, at the age of 88 in Spring Hill, Kansas.
Born on October 15, 1936, in India, he embodied a hard-working spirit that defined both his personal and professional life.
With a lifelong desire for education, Arjan Singh believed in the power of knowledge and continuously sought to...
Melody Ann Kelley
Jun 14, 2025
Melody Ann Kelley, age 57, of Olathe, passed away peacefully Saturday evening, June 14, 2025, under care of KU hospice, after a long battle with cancer. She was born on December 19, 1967, in Oakes, ND, a daughter of Darrell Hill and Myrna Ferm.
Melody was a member of Westside Church of the Nazarene. She grew up in Oakes, ND, where...
Bernadine "Babe" Eileen Whitacre
Jun 13, 2025
Bernadine (Babe) Whitacre, 98, passed away on June 13, 2025 in her home surrounded by family.
Babe was a beloved wife and mother. She dedicated her life to her family.
In the late 1970's, she began volunteering as a secretary at St. Paul Catholic Church. In the early 1980's, she became an employee of St. Paul as secretary/bookkeeper until 2000 when she...
Mary Alean (Brant) Baxter
Jun 10, 2025
Mary Alean (Brant) Baxter, passed away after complications from dementia, on June 10, 2025. Mary was born on May 8, 1940 in Knob Noster, Missouri to Helen Alean (Strickland) Brant and Emerson Leo Brant. She grew up on the family farm there, and attended Knob Noster High School, graduating in 1958.
Soon after graduating, Mary moved to Warrensburg, MO and lived...
William Dell Forrester
Jun 10, 2025
William (Bill) Dell Forrester, age 76, of Olathe, KS passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 in his Olathe home. He was born December 22, 1948 in Kansas City, MO son of the late Melvin and Maree (Rogers) Forrester. On July 4th, 2002, in Olathe Bill married Jeannette Ann Novogradic Redmond who preceded him in death on November 14, 2011....
David Pierce Peterson
Jun 9, 2025
We mourn the loss of David Pierce Peterson, who passed away on June 9, 2025 at 77 years of age. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, & friend and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Born on October 27, 1947, David lived a full life with family and friends. After graduation, he served his country in...
Samuel Alexander Byers
Jun 7, 2025
Samuel Alexander Byers was born August 12, 1993, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Paul and Kelly Byers. He passed away June 7th, 2025.
Sam was truly our shining light and embraced life with great gusto. His spirit was infectious to all those who knew him, whether for a moment or for a lifetime.
Sam grew up in Leawood, Kansas, sharing...
Charles S. Kuestersteffen
Jun 7, 2025
Charles Sylvester Kuestersteffen, 90, passed away June 7, 2025 after a short illness. Born in Iola, Kansas to Gerhard and Margaret (Kreimer) Kuestersteffen, Charles grew up on the family farm that was homesteaded by his grandparents in Piqua, KS. He was one of 12 siblings, three of whom died in infancy. He graduated from Iola high school in 1952.
A proud...
Donald William Newbanks
Jun 7, 2025
Donald “Don” William Newbanks, 95, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, June 7, 2025. He will forever be loved and remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and a friend who helped others.
Don was born on July 7, 1929 in Kansas City, Missouri to Haley and Minnie (George) Newbanks. He attended and...
Gary Wayne Hiatt
Jun 6, 2025
Gary Wayne Hiatt, born on February 7, 1962, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas. He lived a full life dedicated to both his profession and the friendships he cultivated along the way.
Gary was a respected Loan Officer for financial institutions for the majority of his professional career. His dedication to his...
Laxmibahen Patel
Jun 6, 2025
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Eugene "Gene" Gregory
Jun 4, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Eugene "Gene" Gregory, who departed this life peacefully on June 4th, 2025, at the age of 87. Gene was born on October 2nd, 1937, in Ione, WA, to Pete and Anna Gregory.
Gene was a dedicated husband to Bonnie, his loving wife of 26 years, and a devoted father to...
Umberto Anthony Anastasio, Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Umberto Anthony Anastasio, age 66. Surrounded by his loving family in his final moments, he was a man of immense humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with loved ones.
Tony was a man who built his life around hard work, generosity, and unwavering love for his family. As the...
Barbara Anne (Moser) Downs
Jun 4, 2025
Barbara Anne (Moser) Downs, 84, passed away peacefully on June 4, 2025, at Stratford Memory Care Center in Overland Park, KS.
Born on February 5, 1941, to parents Elizabeth Belle (Dilts) and Jason Lee Moser, Anne was raised in the small community of Wren, Ohio. She graduated valedictorian of her class then attended Purdue University. Anne graduated with a BS in...
