Obituaries
Donald L. Holmes
Aug 14, 2025
Donald L. Holmes, 87, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 with his wife and daughter at his side. He was born on December 21, 1937 in Evansville, Indiana to Eugene and Edith (Voitl) Holmes.
Don grew up in Evansville and upon graduating from Reitz Memorial Catholic High School, went to work for Whirlpool Corporation. While working...
Bounneuang Syhabout
Aug 12, 2025
Bounneuang Syhabout, 94, of Olathe, KS, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 12th of 2025. She is survived by her 2 siblings, her younger sister Montha Khongmaly, her younger brother Bounthieng Khamsihong and her 7 children, Sophonh (So) Syhabout, Sysouphanh (Thik) Syhabout, Sean Syhabout, Phouangsouvanh (Nui) Boonyasiti, Saysamone (Mone) Phommachack, Phonephouvanh (Yai) Syhabout, and Phonesavanh (Thoon) Khamsihong,...
Charles Peter Rome
Aug 12, 2025
Charles Peter Rome, beloved Husband, Father, Brother, Uncle and Papa, passed away on August 12, 2025.
Charlie was born on April 12, 1942, in Great Bend, KS. He met his future wife Lorraine (Kanago) at the Hoisington State Fair and told her on their first date that he wanted to run his own business. They were married on August 21, 1965,...
Vicente Silva Hernandez
Aug 10, 2025
It is with deep love and sorrow that we announce the passing of Vicente Silva Hernandez, a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather, and faithful pastor. Vicente entered the presence of his Lord and Savior on August 10, 2025, surrounded by family and covered in prayer.
Born on April 5, 1971, in Tierra Blanca, Veracruz, Vicente lived a life marked by...
Patricia Louise Rice
Aug 9, 2025
Patricia Louise Rice, a beloved sister, aunt and friend, passed away on August 9, 2025, in her hometown of Olathe, Kansas.
Born on November 22, 1953, Pat lived a life marked by her fun-loving spirit and commitment to creating memorable experiences for others through her work in corporate events. Pat utilized her creativity and organizational skills to bring countless visions to...
Helen Rose Hadley
Aug 8, 2025
In Memory of Helen Rose (Ruf) Hadley
April 1, 1935 – August 8, 2025
Helen Rose (Ruf) Hadley (90) passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 8, 2025.
Helen was born on April 1, 1935 in Kansas City, Missouri to Paul W. and Amalia (Maier) Ruf. As the oldest daughter, she helped her mother care for her siblings, William, Jacob, August,...
Gerard M Lavin
Aug 7, 2025
Gerard Aloysius Michael Lavin, a loving husband and father, and a revered business leader, passed away on Aug. 7, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 82. He was a good man, overflowing with generosity, faith and love. Jerry loved GOD, Ellen, their children and their grandchildren, and their families and friends.
Born on Oct. 8, 1942, in Brooklyn, New...
Kay Lynn Tilburg
Aug 6, 2025
Kay Lynn (Ottman) Tilburg
October 19, 1947 – August 6th, 2025
Kay Lynn Tilburg, a devoted mother, grandmother, nurse, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on 12:08 am August 6th, 2025 at the age of 77 in Overland Park, Kansas due to liver cancer. Her life was a testament to compassion, resilience, and love for both people and nature.
Kay was born on...
Arnulfo Virgen Alvizar
Aug 6, 2025
El servicio de Arnulfo Virgen Alvizar se transmitirá en vivo ala hora programada haja click aquí para para ver el servicio en vivo ARNULFO VIRGEN ALVIZAR,de 85 años y residente de Veracruz, México falleció el día 6 de agosto 2025 alas 12 am ,Nació el 6 de agosto de 1940 hijo de Juan virgen y Francisca Alvizar, Arnulfo trabajaba en...
Isabelle Kruep
Aug 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of
Mary Isabelle Kruep
Isabelle Kruep was born on October 24, 1934. She was married to the love of her life, Roger, for 40 years prior to his passing in 2023. She is survived by her 4 children, 3 step- children, 13 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren and her loving dog, Teddy.
Isabelle grew up in Olathe and attended Olathe High School....
John "Kent" Yeager
Aug 4, 2025
John Kent "Kent" Yeager, age 72, passed away on August 4, 2025, in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Born on June 7, 1953, in Omaha, Nebraska, Kent’s family moved to Mission, Kansas in 1955. Kent grew up with a passion for sports, learned from his brother Larry, and a gift for connecting with people. He attended Shawnee Mission North High School, where he excelled...
Joyce Pearl Wagster
Aug 4, 2025
Joyce Pearl Wagster, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 84. Born on December 26, 1940, in Apalachicola, Florida, Joyce lived a life marked by kindness, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.
Joyce devoted many years of her life to a career as...
Jesus Emiliano Vargas Figueroa
Aug 3, 2025
Con dolor en nuestro corazon anunciamos la partida de nuestro amado hijo Jesus Emiliano Vargas Figueroa , a la corta edad de 3 años.
Aun que su tiempo a nuestro lado fue corto, el amor y la alegria que compartio con nosotros se mantendra en nuetros corazones por siempre.
Jesus Emiliano fue una luz en nuestras vidas, una pequeña alma de sonrisa...
Marcia B. Albright
Aug 3, 2025
Marcia B. Albright, 80, passed away on Aug. 3, 2025, at Evergreen Community of Johnson County in Olathe, KS.
Marcia Ann Bloom was born on Feb. 28, 1945, to Richard and Jean Bloom of Albion, NY. Marcia graduated with a degree in journalism from Syracuse University in 1967 and worked for the Rochester (NY) Democrat & Chronicle and Times-Union newspapers until...
Brett Michael Bacon
Aug 3, 2025
Brett Michael Bacon, a devoted husband, father, and esteemed Financial Advisor with LFS Wealth Advisors, passed away on August 3, 2025. Born on September 11, 1986, to John and Melanie Bacon of Olathe, KS, Brett's life was a testament to his faith in Jesus Christ and dedication to both family and profession.
Brett graduated from Olathe South High School in 2005...
Katherine A. Dunski
Aug 2, 2025
Our angel, Katherine A. Dunski, age 96, of Overland Park, KS, received her wings on August 2, 2025. She was born on June 14, 1929, in Waukegan, Illinois, to Joseph and Mary (Rupcic) Serdar. Known lovingly as Mom, Katie, Gram, and Kay, she lived life fully until the very end. She taught us countless lessons we will carry with us...
Marjorie Ann Blasche
Aug 2, 2025
Marjorie Ann Blasche, 73, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, August 2, 2025. She was born on June 14, 1952 in Kansas City, Missouri to Henry and Marjorie (Ward) Stein.
Marjorie, known to the family as Ann, grew up in Kansas City, MO. She graduated from Bishop Hogan High School. She met John Blasche while working at the Hallmark Cards...
Clifford Haviland
Aug 1, 2025
Clifford “Cliff” Carl Haviland, 80, was born July 3rd, 1945 in Saratoga Spring, NY and passed away with family by his side on August 1st, 2025 in Overland Park, KS.
Cliff had a unique childhood as an "army brat" traveling across the US and Germany, eventually settling in Kansas City, Kansas. He served in the Air Force, being stationed at Hickman...
Eloise Jane Frey
Aug 1, 2025
Eloise Jane Frey was born and raised in Higginsville, Missouri to Dena Mabel and Leslie Waltmar Hader. She was born on October 29, 1930, toward the beginning of the Great Depression. The strength of her mother, father, family, and community took the challenges of that era and transformed them into the character, wisdom, and love that Eloise lived and shared...
Stephen Arthur Goss
Jul 30, 2025
Stephen Arthur Goss passed away on July 30, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas.
Born on April 14, 1961, in Royal Oak, Michigan, to Hugh Arthur Goss, Jr. and Jeanette (Frankenstein) Goss, Steve was the third born of four children. When Steve was a young boy, he and his family moved to Connecticut. Steve graduated from Simsbury High School in 1979 and...
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