Obituaries

Ray Lee D'Armond, Sr.

Ray Lee D'Armond, Sr.

Jul 12, 2025

Ray Lee D'Armond Sr., 95, died July 12, 2025 at Sunrise of Leawood Senior Living, in Leawood, KS. He was born on October 1, 1929 in Collinsville, OK, the son of Albert and Lucille (Palmberg) D’Armond.

Ray married Sue Dollard in Collinsville, OK in 1949 and they had just celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary before Sue’s passing in 2014. After traveling...

Dominic Jude Ebberts

Dominic Jude Ebberts

Jul 11, 2025

Dominic Jude Ebberts, a beloved son, brother, grandson, godson, nephew, cousin, and friend, passed away unexpectedly on July 11, 2025 in Topeka, Kansas at the age of 22. Born on August 2, 2002 in Denver, Colorado, Dominic’s smile and laugh were his best features and will be missed the most.

Dominic is survived by his loving family: parents Michael & Kathleen...

Marilyn Joan Grover

Marilyn Joan Grover

Jul 11, 2025

Marilyn Joan (Schugart) Grover, of Olathe, Ks., passed away on July 11, 2025. Marilyn was born on June 2, 1940, in Great Bend, Ks., to Fred and Velma Schugart. She married Delbert Grover August 26, 1958, and the couple spent most of their lives in Great Bend, Ks., and later in Olathe, Ks. She was preceded in death by her...

Donald R. Brown

Donald R. Brown

Jul 11, 2025

Donald R. Brown, 72, of Olathe, Kansas passed away at home on July 11, 2025 after battling Alzheimer’s. He was surrounded by family and loved ones.

He worked as a draftsman and eventually Project Manager for the companies Pritchard, Black & Veatch, and Burns & McDonell before retiring in 2020.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Cecil R. & Lucy...

Marilyn "Lyn" Palmer

Marilyn "Lyn" Palmer

Jul 10, 2025

Marilyn “Lyn” Palmer was born in Omaha, NE, on March 23, 1936, to her doting parents, Charlie and Kathaleen Lonergan. She grew up in Kansas City and often reminisced about her blissful childhood and deep admiration for her older sister, Patty.

Her early claim to fame came when she was featured in the local paper for teaching her fox terrier, Dixie,...

Donald Joseph LaBelle

Donald Joseph LaBelle

Jul 9, 2025

Donald Joseph LaBelle, 82, of Overland Park, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. He was born on September 8, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, to James and Grace LaBelle.

Don grew up in Kansas City, Missouri, attended Westport High School and received his undergraduate and graduate degrees from the University of Kansas, where he met his wife, Sharon. Following...

Wayne E Scott

Wayne E Scott

Jul 9, 2025

Wayne E. Scott, 91, of Macks Creek, MO (formerly of Overland Park, KS), passed away on July 9, 2025. He was born on January 27, 1934, in Tunas, MO, to Elmer and Esther Scott. Known for his generous spirit and lively presence, Wayne touched countless lives with his warmth and humor.

He attended school in Tunas and graduated from Macks Creek...

William H. Needels

William H. Needels

Jul 9, 2025

William H “Bill” Needels age 84 of Olathe, Kansas went to be with his heavenly Father on July 9, 2025.

Bill, who was born and raised in Kansas City, MO, graduated from Southeast High School in the class of 1958. He received his bachelors from Northwest Missouri State University in Maryville, MO in 1962 where he was a member of Sigma...

Matthew Ryan David

Matthew Ryan David

Jul 8, 2025

Matthew Ryan David's musical talents were added to the symphonies of Heaven on July 8th, 2025. At the age of almost 32, he became a hero by selflessly giving the gift of life to people on the organ transplant wait lists. Though for our family, 32 years will never be enough, what a vibrant life he lived while here. Matthew...

Wayne Reidy

Wayne Reidy

Jul 8, 2025

Wayne R. Reidy, 82, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Wayne was born on July 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois. He moved with his family to Kansas City when he was a young boy, where he spent the majority of his life.

After attending high school, Wayne explored various jobs before answering the call...

Kendell Leslie Voth

Kendell Leslie Voth

Jul 7, 2025

Kendell Leslie Voth, 81, of Overland Park, KS passed away Monday July 7, 2025. Services for Ken will be held Saturday, July 19, 10:30am at Community Covenant Church, 15700 W. 87th St. Pkwy, Lenexa, KS 66219

Ken was born November 10, 1943, in Newton, Kansas, to Orville and Frances Voth. He grew up on a farm in Newton, attending a one...

John Michael Pippert

John Michael Pippert

Jul 7, 2025

John Michael Pippert, of Overland Park, went to be with his Heavenly Father July 7, 2025, following a short illness and heart failure.

He was born to Ronald and Mary Pippert on June 27, 1967, in Shawnee Mission, Kansas. He was the second of two sons. John attended Brookridge Elementary followed by Blue Valley Middle School and High School, in Overland...

Nicola E. Howell

Nicola E. Howell

Jul 4, 2025

Nicola E. Howell, 74, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025. He was born on February 6, 1951 in St. Louis , Missouri to Samuel and Phyllis (Genova) Howell.

Nick grew up in North St. Louis County and went to Riverview Gardens HS. He enlisted in the Marine Corp after high school and served during the Vietnam War....

Maggie Jo Butterfield

Maggie Jo Butterfield

Jul 4, 2025

Maggie Jo Butterfield was born on September 1, 1982, in Wichita, Kansas, to Don and Judy Harkin. She was a beloved sister to Don’s son Bryan, and the eldest of Don and Judy’s two daughters. Maggie shared a lifelong, extraordinary bond with her sister Katie—a connection that was as deep as it was enduring.

Judy later married Steve Stout, a man...

Alfred Anthony Hostmeyer

Alfred Anthony Hostmeyer

Jul 3, 2025

Alfred A. Hostmeyer, 86, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025. He was born on September 30, 1938 in Breese, Illinois to Alfred and Julia (Kuzcka) Hostmeyer.

Alfred grew up in Beckemeyer, Illinois. He attended Breese Community High School where he played basketball. Right after graduation he joined the Air Force and served for four years until 1960....

Patricia Diane Keyton

Patricia Diane Keyton

Jul 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Patricia Diane Keyton

Patricia Diane Keyton, age 86, passed away peacefully in her sleep on July 1, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas. A devoted mother, cherished member of her community, and faithful member of Prince of Peace Catholic parish, Patricia leaves behind a legacy of love, creativity, and connection.

Born on March 14, 1939, in Festus, Missouri, Patricia grew...

Steven Wendell Jones

Steven Wendell Jones

Jul 1, 2025

In Loving Memory of Steven Wendell Jones

March 25, 1951 – July 1, 2025

Steven Wendell Jones, a deeply loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

 Born on March 25, 1951, in Stockton, California, to Walton and Ella Jones, Steve lived a life defined by unwavering faith, fierce love,...

Jacob Ryan Long

Jacob Ryan Long

Jul 1, 2025

Jacob Ryan Long, or “Jake” as many knew him, passed away peacefully at home on July 1, 2025, from complications of Leukemia. He was born on September 13, 1994, to Melisa Hickman and Brian Long in Kansas City, MO.

Jake graduated from Spring Hill High School in 2013 and continued his education at Pittsburg State University, where he earned his bachelor’s...

Raymond Eugene Vance

Raymond Eugene Vance

Jun 30, 2025

Raymond Eugene Vance, age 95, of Springdale, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025 with his sons by his side. He was born on July 24, 1929 in Olathe, KS to Samuel Raymond & Trudie Nona Freeman Vance.

Raymond was a proud father, grandfather & great grandfather. He was preceded in death by his wife of 56 years, Mary Lou...

Georgia A. Gugler

Georgia A. Gugler

Jun 29, 2025

Georgia A. Gugler, 75, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025. She was born on July 15, 1949 in Savanna, Illinois. She was the daughter of Oswald and Jeanne (Helm) Spillane.

Georgia grew up in several states throughout the midwest but attended and graduated from Lincoln Senior High School in Sioux Falls, SD in 1967. She moved to...

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