Theresa Ann Vervynck
Apr 20, 2026
Theresa Ann Vervynck, 64, of Baldwin City, Kansas, passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026. She was born on November 22, 1961, in Lawrence, Kansas, to Merle and Shirley (Spillman) Maichel.
Theresa had a deep love for crafts, especially making beautiful jewelry, and she poured her creativity into many handmade pieces over the years. She also cherished her two beloved dogs,...
Wes O'Banion
Apr 19, 2026
Alford Wesley O’Banion, known to family and friends as Wes, was born on January 2, 1939, in Syracuse, Kansas. He passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas.
Wes earned his master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Emporia State University and dedicated many years of service as a rehabilitation counselor for the State of Kansas. He took great pride...
Keagan Kahl
Apr 18, 2026
Keagan Kahl, 18, passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2026, in Los Angeles County, California. Born on June 24, 2007, in Overland Park, Kansas, he was a deeply cherished son, brother, grandson, and friend whose life, though far too short, left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
Keagan is survived by his father and stepmother, Chad and Kate Kahl;...
Dennis Ray Strait
Apr 18, 2026
In Loving Memory
Celebrating the Life of Dennis Ray Strait
January 25, 1947 – April 18,2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis. He touched the lives of so many with kindness, compassion, and a joyful spirit. Family, friends, and all who knew Dennis are invited to join us in remembering and honoring a life well-lived.
Dennis was born...
Martha Jean Greenwood
Apr 17, 2026
Martha Jean Greenwood, a longtime resident of Eureka, Kansas, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on Friday evening, April 17, 2026, at the age of 93 at Overland Park Regional Hospital.
Martha was born in Augusta, Kansas on September 30th, 1932, the youngest child of Oscar and Maude Brenton. She later moved and was educated in the Teterville and Leon areas.
On...
Ellen Ann Sylvester
Apr 16, 2026
Ellen Ann Rudick Sylvester, born to her parents John and Mary Rudick of Archbald, Pennsylvania passed away on April 16, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas.
Born on September 27, 1955, Ellen grew up in Archbald, PA and moved to the Kansas City area in 2004 with her husband Michael. She was known by those close to her for her kind spirit, her...
Jane K. Rankin
Apr 15, 2026
Jane Kay (Donner) Rankin, 75, of Paola, Kansas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1950, in Madison, Wisconsin to James F. and Gladys (Uglum) Donner. Jane with her parents relocated to Salem, Arkansas, where they lived for 14 years. The family then moved to Drexel, Missouri in 1967, Jane’s senior year in...
Charles Brandon Bartels
Apr 13, 2026
Charles Brandon Bartels, 50, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on April 13, 2026, at 5:04 PM, peacefully in the loving arms of his wife, Kelly, surrounded by his children and family.
Brandon, as he was known to most, was born to Steve and Debbie Bartels. He was the middle child, between his older brother Bryan and younger sister Angie. Raised in...
Andrew Staszkiewicz
Apr 12, 2026
Andrew Lawrence Staszkiewicz
1969 - 2026
Andrew Lawrence Staszkiewicz, known lovingly to all as Andy, peacefully completed his journey on earth on April 12, 2026 to reunite in Heaven with his late wife, Sheila Staszkiewicz. Since October 2024, Andy had faced pancreatic cancer with a uniquely resilient spirit—a final testament to the strength he carried throughout his life.
Born on May 3, 1969,...
Michael David Noland
Apr 12, 2026
Michael David Noland, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born on September 19, 1946, in Washington, D.C., to Wilbur and Eleanor Noland, and grew up in Overland Park, Kansas.
Michael graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School in 1964 and went on to attend the University of Kansas and Park College. He dedicated 46 years of his...
Michael Leo Martens
Apr 11, 2026
Michael Leo Martens, 45, of Overland Park, Kansas, unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026. He was born on March 26, 1981 in Venezuela to Dennis and Deborah (Rowe) Martens. He was raised in Louisburg, Kansas and Overland Park, Kansas where he spent the rest of his life.
Michael made many great relationships through his life and was a man...
George E. Rider
Apr 9, 2026
George Ernest Rider of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on April 9, 2026. He was born on July 23, 1953, in Kansas City, Kansas to Jim and Helen Rider. George is survived by his wife, Jeannene; children, Lauren (and husband Eric), Sarah (and wife Sam), and Zach (and wife Danielle); and grandchildren, Charlotte, Thomas, James, Elizabeth, Jack, and Charlie. George...
Jacob Neal Simpson
Apr 8, 2026
Jacob Neal Simpson, 34, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.
Jake was born on December 18, 1991, in Olathe, Kansas, to Bradford and Marilyn (Moore) Simpson. He was raised in Overland Park, where he attended Blue Valley Schools.
Jake loved learning. A voracious reader, he devoured anything he could get his hands on, always eager to explore...
Donna Sue Knapp
Apr 6, 2026
Donna Sue (Cross) Knapp, 86, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2026. She was born on June 7, 1939, in Butler, Missouri, to Don W. Cross and Dorothy Marguriette (Foster) Cross. She graduated from Rich Hill High School and soon after moved to the “big city,” where she began her career working for Phillips Petroleum and...
Joshua Patrick Below
Apr 5, 2026
Joshua Patrick Below, born on April 21, 1991, in Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully in his hometown on April 5, 2026. He was a beloved son, brother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Joshua’s life was marked by a deep passion for the activities and interests that brought him joy. From an early...
I'Della Ann Vogel
Apr 5, 2026
I’Della Ann (Morley) Vogel 83 of Overland Park, Kansas passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday April 5, 2026. Born November 5, 1942, I’Della was the daughter of the late Willard O. and Doris (Holmes) Morley of Blanchard, Iowa. Surviving are her husband, Marvin Vogel; daughter, Sherry Vogel; son, Scott Vogel (wife, Cathy); grandchildren, great granddaughter and several other...
Jennifer Lynn Thomas
Apr 5, 2026
Jennifer “Jenny” Lynn Thomas, age 53, of Overland Park, KS, died on April 5, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House in Kansas City, MO.
She was born on March 14, 1973, in Sandusky, OH to James and Norma Johnson.
Jenny spent her early years in Colorado Springs, CO, before moving to Lee’s Summit, MO in 1984. She was a graduate of Lee’s...
Betty Louise "B'Lou" Wright-Wadsworth
Apr 5, 2026
Betty Louise “B’Lou” Wright-Wadsworth went home to heaven on Resurrection Day, April 5th, 2026 at age 93.
She was born on November 17th, 1932 to L. Glen and Marie K. Jenkins-Wright in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Her older brother, Glen Jr., passed away in 1989.
Betty Lou/B’Lou grew up in Bonner Springs and graduated from Bonner Springs High School in 1950, where she...
Dana Francene Freeman
Apr 4, 2026
Dana Francene Freeman, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026, in Paola, Kansas. Born on December 1, 1948, in Clarksville, Arkansas, Francene's life was a testament to dedication, hard work, and the enduring power of family.
Francene and Darrel started DF Freeman Contractors in 1985 and operated the business together for many years. They...
Patricia B. Nowakowski
Apr 4, 2026
Patricia (Pat) Nowakowski, age 80, was born on September 12, 1945, in New Haven, Ct. Pat passed into eternal rest on April 4, 2026, after battling cancer.
Pat leaves a legacy of a life well lived, that all of us should envy. Pat was an incredible wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and most of all a great friend to so many....
