Obituaries

Carol Sue Schiltz

Carol Sue Schiltz

Oct 8, 2024

Carol Sue Schiltz, age 66, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. Born on September 15, 1958, in Lawrence, Kansas, she was the beloved daughter of Wilford and Jacqueline (Dolifka) Reeves.

Carol was preceded in death by her husband and soulmate, Dana Schiltz, with whom she shared a lifetime of love and cherished memories.

She leaves behind a...

Nita June Brown

Nita June Brown

Oct 7, 2024

Nita June Brown, age 88, of Prairie Village, Kansas, passed away peacefully Monday October 7, 2024 at Colonial Village in Overland Park, Kansas.

Nita was born April 17, 1936 in Hardin County, Tennessee to Melrose and Roberta (Duke) McCasland. She began her schooling at an early age in the nearby one room school house. Her early start and her keen mind...

Wayne Paul Welkner

Wayne Paul Welkner

Oct 6, 2024

Wayne Paul Welkner of Overland Park, KS passed away suddenly October 6th with family at his side. He was 59 years old.

An organ donor, Wayne was given a “Heroes Walk” through the halls of Stormont Vail Health for his donations. Several people were given a new life through his unselfish act.

The son of Frank Paul Welkner and Marilyn Schneider Welkner,...

Yvonne F. Goodwin

Yvonne F. Goodwin

Oct 6, 2024

Yvonne F. Goodwin, 97, of Olathe, passed away October 6, 2024 at Homestead of Olathe.

She was born on October 28, 1926 to Cyril and Doris Hazel in London, England.

Yvonne worked as a Homemaker. She loved her family dearly, and brought joy and laughter to everyone with her British sense of humor. One of her greatest loves in life was helping...

John William "Jack" Beadle

John William "Jack" Beadle

Oct 6, 2024

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John William “Jack” Beadle died on October 6, 2024, at his home in the Aberdeen Village independent living facility in Olathe, Kansas. He was 92 years old.

Jack was born on January 23, 1932, in Marblehead, Ohio, to John Edwin and Helen (Elchisco) Beadle. He attended both grade school and high school in Lakeside, Ohio,...

Jeremy Scot Fish

Jeremy Scot Fish

Oct 5, 2024

Jeremy Scot Fish

 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeremy Scot Fish on October 5, 2024 at the age of 38.

 Jeremy was born November 19, 1985 in Rochester, IN to Dr. Larry Fish and Rhonda (Krohn) Fish and was baptized on Christmas Eve. He moved with his family to Northern California as a child; there he...

Elizabeth Felger Hilborn

Elizabeth Felger Hilborn

Oct 4, 2024

Elizabeth Felger Hilborn passed from this world on October 4th, 2024, at 10:38 p.m., straight from her mother's arms into God's. In her short time here, she was surrounded by family and friends. All she knew was love.

Elizabeth was born October 3rd, at 8:12 a.m. in Kansas City, MO to parents Joseph and Rachel Hilborn. She was a true gift...

Raymond Abraham Jones, Jr.

Raymond Abraham Jones, Jr.

Oct 1, 2024

In memory of Raymond Abraham Jones Jr., 81, of Olathe, Kansas. He passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1942 in Olathe, Kansas to Raymond and Nadine (Bevins) Jones.

Raymond grew up in Olathe, KS where he worked at Johnson County Road and Bridge for over 30 years. In 1960 Raymond fell in love with...

Christiane Marie Desbois

Christiane Marie Desbois

Sep 30, 2024

Christiane Marie (Roffat) Desbois, 87, formerly of Alexandria, Virginia, passed away peacefully in Overland Park, Kansas on Monday September 30th, 2024.

Christiane was born on March 8, 1937, in Vendenesse-les-Charolles, France to Pierre and Francine (Berland) Roffat. In early childhood, she grew up in occupied France during World War II living with her aunts and cousins at their family farm. During...

Connelaine Gustad

Connelaine Gustad

Sep 28, 2024

Connelaine Gustad, beloved mother, grandmother, teacher, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2024, in Kansas City, Missouri. Born November 3, 1944, in Bonner Springs, Kansas, Connelaine was a bright light in her community and an unwavering source of love and support to all who knew her. 

 From a young age, Connelaine’s adventurous spirit and zest for life were evident....

Cherie Ann Williams

Cherie Ann Williams

Sep 24, 2024

Cherie Ann Williams, 53, of Spring Hill, passed away on September 24, 2024 at her home. 

 She was born on April 8, 1971, to Cecil and Carol (Lavallee) Williams at Rochester, NY. 

Cherie was a student at Mt. St. Mary Seminary in Nashua, NH. After graduation she went on to attend Plymouth State College and then the University of New Hampshire. She...

Ronald Gene Ellis

Ronald Gene Ellis

Sep 24, 2024

Ronald G. Ellis, 71 of Olathe passed away September 24, 2024.

 He was born on November 19,1952 in Elkhart, KS to Earl and Elizabeth (Betty Delay) Ellis. He was part of a triplet birth along with his brother, Don and sister, Bonnie where hearing of the “Triplets” stirred quite a commotion in a small rural town of Kansas. Ron spent the...

Gregory "Greg" Scott Richardson

Gregory "Greg" Scott Richardson

2024

Gregory "Greg" Scott Richardson, aged 51, of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away on September 22, 2024. Born on July 19, 1973, in Kansas City, Missouri, Greg lived a life dedicated to service, community, and his family.

A proud member of the Olathe Police Department, Greg embarked on his career in law enforcement in 1997. Over the years, he demonstrated an unwavering...

Herbert Dell Shores

Herbert Dell Shores

Sep 23, 2024

Herbert Dell Shores, 83, of Olathe, passed away on September 23, 2024 at home surrounded by his family. 

He was born on September 18, 1941 to Fred and Viola (Yankey) Shores at Olympia, WA, and was raised in Elgin, NE.

On November 12, 1962, he married the love of his life Sharon Frances (Zegers), and they made their home in Elgin, NE....

Dale L. Buehler

Dale L. Buehler

Sep 22, 2024

Dale L. Buehler, 70, of Olathe, passed from this life to the next September 22, 2024 at his home in Olathe.

 He was born on June 5, 1954 to Marlan and Lela (Samsel) Buehler at Ottawa , KS. Dale graduated from Ottawa High School class of 1973 and proudly participated in many alumni gatherings.

Dale held a variety jobs throughout his life...

James Lee "Jim" Brock, Sr.

James Lee "Jim" Brock, Sr.

2024

James Lee "Jim" Brock, Sr., 81, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024. He was born on January 30, 1943, in Des Moines, Iowa to James and Shirley (Marchant) Brock. 

Jim Brock graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in 1960. This is where he met the love of his life, Nancy Thomas. They married on February 25, 1961....

Nell "Granny" Bowen

Nell "Granny" Bowen

Sep 20, 2024

Nell Bowen was born March 22, 1933, in Jamesville North Carolina where she grew up on a farm with her parents and six siblings. Her senior year in high school she was recruited to work for the FBI and in 1951 she moved to Washington DC. While working for the FBI she met John Bowen, and they were married 69...

Adam Michael Kranker

Adam Michael Kranker

Sep 19, 2024

Adam Michael Kranker, 27, passed away Thursday, September 19, 2024. Adam was born on August 27, 1997 in Merriam, KS to Aaron and Ann Kranker. He graduated in 2016 from Blue Valley High School. Adam later attended Pittsburg State University and became a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. He completed a Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management in 2020.

 Adam was...

Vivian Lucille DeClements

Vivian Lucille DeClements

Sep 17, 2024

**Vivian, Cherished Mom, Gramma, Gi-Gi, and Active Community Member, Passes Away** 

Vivian Lucille DeClements, our beloved mom, gramma, friend, and active member of her community, passed away peacefully at her home in Olathe, Kansas, surrounded by her children, at 1:20 a.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2024. She was 80 years old. 

Vivian was born on June 16, 1944, in Bozeman, Montana, and...

James Michael Zuchowski

James Michael Zuchowski

Sep 17, 2024

James Michael Zuchowski, fondly known as Jim, was born on June 14, 1956, in Seattle, WA, to Evelyn and Lawrence (Larry) Zuchowski. He was the third of four siblings: Mary Ann Raasina, Joan Broom, and David Zuchowski. Growing up in Bellevue, WA, Jim's early years were filled with adventure, mischief, and a love for the outdoors. He enjoyed hunting, fishing,...

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