Obituaries

Mary Louise Berg

Mary Louise Berg

Feb 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of

MARY LOU BERG

1938-2025

Mary Lou Berg passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, in Olathe, KS. She enjoyed the last several months of her life immersed in her new community at The Crestone Senior Living Center. Mary Lou was born February 4, 1938, in Superior, WI to Fred and Louise Gross. She and her family moved to Brule,...

Bryan Ortiz Rojas

Bryan Ortiz Rojas

Feb 24, 2025

Bryan Ortiz Rojas, age 17, passed away February 24, 2025 in Olathe, Kansas.

A full obituary will be provided shortly.

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Ronald "Ron" J. Peterson

Ronald "Ron" J. Peterson

Feb 23, 2025

Ronald "Ron" J. Peterson, 91, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, February 23, 2025. He was born on October 24, 1933 in Omaha, Nebraska to Allen and Ethel (Mattes) Peterson. 

Ron graduated from Central High School in Omaha and then worked for Western Electric. After serving in the Navy, he graduated from the University of Nebraska at Omaha, where he...

Robin Ann Hilbert

Robin Ann Hilbert

Feb 22, 2025

Robin Ann Hilbert, 60, passed away on February 22, 2025 at Olathe Hospice House.

Robin was born on January 17, 1965 in Kansas City, Kansas to George and Marilyn Magenheimer, and faced many health struggles and other challenges throughout her life.  However, Robin was strong-willed and determined and brave even as a young girl. Such qualities served her well throughout life,...

Michael Douglas Lura

Michael Douglas Lura

Feb 22, 2025

Michael "Mike" Lura, a resident of Gardner, Kansas, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Olathe Medical Center.

Mike always put family first, and was deeply devoted to his wife, Carolyn, and his two daughters: Sara and Erin. He also loved attending events for his grandchildren: Micah, Noah, Delilah, Stella and Sophia. 

Mike was born on April 9, 1947, in Albert Lea,...

Albert H. Eatwell

Albert H. Eatwell

Feb 20, 2025

Albert Howard Eatwell, 91, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, February 20, 2025. He was born on August 2, 1933 in Blackhawk, Colorado to Albert and Laura (Brodie) Salazar. 

Al was an only child and grew up in Denver, Colorado raised by his grandmother, great grandmother and lived with his aunt and uncle, Gene and Ode Smith and his...

Joe D Hall

Joe D Hall

Feb 19, 2025

Joe Hall, born January 3, 1941, to O.C. and Marjorie Hall, who preceded him in death, passed away after a full and fulfilling life.

Joe graduated from Oakland Technical High School and served in the military, being discharged in 1965. He went on to work at General Motors, starting in the Bay Area before relocating with his family to Olathe, Kansas.

After...

Charles Loren Winter

Charles Loren Winter

Feb 17, 2025

Charles “Chuck” Winter, 68, of Olathe, Kansas unexpectedly passed away on February 17, 2025. Chuck was born in Garden City, Kansas on April 25, 1956, to Charles and Jeanne Winter (Gatschet). Chuck was the first son and second child of four in his family. Growing up, Chuck and his siblings attended St. Mary’s Catholic School and graduated from Garden City...

Robert Carmon Cook

Robert Carmon Cook

Feb 15, 2025

Robert Cook, 51, passed away peacefully in his sleep on February 15, 2025, in Gardner, Kansas. Born on May 7, 1973, in Overland Park, Kansas, Robert lived a life filled with humor, imagination, and an adventurous spirit that left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

A proud graduate of Shawnee Mission North, Robert never missed an opportunity to announce...

Glenn Myrtle

Glenn Myrtle

Feb 15, 2025

Glenn Myrtle, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, was born on July 28, 1930, in Terre Haute, Indiana. He transitioned to eternal rest on February 15, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of faith and commitment that will forever resonate within the hearts of his family and friends.

Glenn's journey began in a modest setting, nurtured by his parents, Glen...

James Thaine Ellenberger

James Thaine Ellenberger

Feb 14, 2025

James "Jim" Ellenberger, 76, passed away on February 14, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas. He was born on April 10, 1948, in Lenexa, Kansas.



Jim proudly served his country as a member of the U.S. Navy and was a Vietnam veteran. His service was a defining chapter of his life, instilling in him a deep sense of camaraderie and resilience that remained...

Merle Nanninga

Merle Nanninga

Feb 13, 2025

Merle Nanninga, aged 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at Belton Regional Hospital, Belton, MO. 

He was born on February 18, 1939, in Clay Center, KS to Wilma and Delmer Nanninga. He was a resident of Overland Park, KS and was a 1957 graduate of Clay Center High School. He married Rebecca (Becky) Ann Nanninga (Waltz) on January...

Ardyce Ann Plumlee

Ardyce Ann Plumlee

Feb 12, 2025

Ardyce Ann Plumlee, 92 passed away February 12, 2025 at Heritage of Overland Park which was her residence since October 2024. She especially enjoyed her years at Cedar Lake Village from 2019 – 2024. She was born on December 16, 1932 to William Wallace and Lauretta (Weeks) Strong in Olathe, KS. She was diagnosed with Parkinson’s in 2011, followed by...

Rebecca Sue South

Rebecca Sue South

Feb 11, 2025

Rebecca Sue South

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Rebecca Sue South, age 90, of Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Rebecca was born November 11, 1934, in Centralia, Illinois and went home to be with the Lord on February 11, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas.

She is survived by her only son Cameron (Sheryl), three grandchildren; Lyndsay, Chad and Kristen,...

Robert "Bob" Lynn Dunn

Robert "Bob" Lynn Dunn

Feb 11, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lynn Dunn, born April 18, 1945, in Gadsden, Alabama, passed away February 11, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. A devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and faithful servant of the Lord, Bob’s life was marked by love, dedication, and a passion for learning and adventure.

Bob graduated from Gadsden High School in 1964 and then worked at Goodyear Tire...

Friedrich Otto Gastreich

Friedrich Otto Gastreich

Feb 11, 2025

Born December 24, 1937, in New York City, Friedrich (Fritz) Otto Gastreich lived a life marked by devotion to his family and faith. Gracious and hardworking, Fritz was a great storyteller who loved music, took pride in his German heritage, and enjoyed traveling the world. 

Fritz grew up and lived most of his life in the Kansas City area. He attended...

David Charles Mitchell

David Charles Mitchell

Feb 11, 2025

David C. Mitchell of Olathe, KS passed away in serene peace at Hospice House of Olathe on February 11th, 2025. Dave was born in Joplin, Missouri, June 1, 1948. He is preceded by his parents Betty G. Ensminger, Dan Mitchell, and James W. Fleming. His dad James worked in the oilfields and so he grew up going north and south...

Huong Thi Nguyen

Huong Thi Nguyen

Feb 10, 2025

Huong Thi Nguyen, 83, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born in Gò Công, Vietnam on April 26, 1941.

Huong is survived by her sons and daughters,NGUYEN, THI LANNGUYEN, CHANH TRUC and HO, BAO SUONGNGUYEN, THI HUONG LAN and NGUYEN, HAI PHUNGUYEN, CHANH TRUNGNGUYEN, VAN THUYEN “Steven” and FU, YINNGUYEN, VAN THANH and HUYNH, YEN...

James Lee Montgomery Sr

James Lee Montgomery Sr

Feb 9, 2025

James Lee Montgomery Sr passed away on 2/9/2025 at the age of 82. He was a resident of Gardner, KS.  He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend to so many. He has passed away due to complications with pneumonia. He was born July 1st, 1942, in Tchula, Mississippi. 

Preceded in death by his parents Harvey and Lucille Montgomery...

Rylan Wright

Rylan Wright

Feb 9, 2025

Rylan Wright, a vibrant and cherished soul, left this world on February 9, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the tender age of 16. Born on January 15, 2009, in Sulphur, Louisiana, Rylan encompassed a spirit as bright as the sun, bringing joy and laughter to everyone fortunate enough to know him.

Rylan had an infectious personality that could light up any...

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