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Charles Loren Winter

Charles Loren Winter

Feb 17, 2025

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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...

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...

O.E. "Pat" Patterson

O.E. "Pat" Patterson

Feb 9, 2025

On February 9, 2025, Pat went home to be with our Lord and Savior.

Pat was born in Kansas City, Missouri on September 6, 1941, to Woodrow and Mary Lou Patterson.

He was employed for 43 years with CertainTeed Fiberglass Company, but his true love was music.  He taught himself to play drums, and played in many night clubs in both Missouri...

William S. Thompson

William S. Thompson

Feb 7, 2025

Billy Sam/Sam/Bill Thompson - depending on how you knew him - died February 7, 2025. Sam was born to Agnes Fuller Thompson and Bill Thompson in Skidmore, Kansas on March 31, 1931. 

He married Erma Ellen Clevenger on September 17, 1955 at St. Bridget’s Catholic Church in Scammon, Kansas. They had six children: Teresa Thompson Hook Klaus (Jim), Tom, Marshall (Michelle),...

Delmer Cyril "Del" Cook

Delmer Cyril "Del" Cook

Feb 7, 2025

Delmer Cyril "Del" Cook, 78, passed away peacefully in his home on February 7, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas.

Born on June 2, 1946, in Syracuse, Kansas, Del dedicated his life to faith, family, and hard work. He earned both his Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Pittsburg State University before embarking on a 30-year teaching career in the Shawnee Mission School...

Linda Lee Baldridge

Linda Lee Baldridge

Feb 7, 2025

Linda Baldridge was born July 4, 1949 in Des Moines, Iowa to Howard and Martha Smith. Her family attended the Nazarene church and both her parents were involved in leading the music of the church. At an early age Linda displayed musical talents especially when it came to playing the piano. In 1967 she graduated from high school and enrolled...

Donna Lee Plummer

Donna Lee Plummer

Feb 6, 2025

Our family would like to share with you the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and friend. Donna Lee Plummer left us too soon. She passed on February 6, 2025, surrounded by family and friends in Spring Hill, Kansas after a prolonged battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Donna was born in Salina, Kansas February 2, 1953, to Donald Plummer and...

Dave Rapue

Dave Rapue

Feb 6, 2025

David William Rapue, 85, died Feb. 6, at Morningside Place in Overland Park, KS, surrounded by family.

Born April 30, 1939, in St Jo, MO, he had lived in the Johnson County area for many years, and graduated from Olathe High School. After high school, he served in the U.S. Army for two years.

He was preceded in death by his parents,...

Michael Wayne Richard

Michael Wayne Richard

Feb 6, 2025

Michael Wayne Richard, 82, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at his home in Stilwell, Kansas. He was born on November 12, 1942 in Birmingham, Alabama to Julian and Marie (Stacey) Richard.

Wayne grew up in Birmingham, Alabama where he graduated from Shades Valley High School in 1960. After high school, he attended the United States Military Academy at West...

Alan Cochran

Alan Cochran

Feb 6, 2025

Alan James Cochran passed away peacefully at his home in Olathe, KS on Thursday, February 6th, 2025.

 Alan was born on January 17th, 1946 at Saint Mary's hospital in KC, MO to James Albert and Mary Jean (Davidson) Cochran. He spent his whole life in Olathe and in his youth attended Countryside School, and Olathe High School. His family and friends...

Patty L. Liewer

Patty L. Liewer

Feb 6, 2025

Patty Liewer of Olathe, KS passed away on Thursday February 6, 2025 at Garden Terrace, Overland Park. KS.

Patty was born August 19, 1937 in Beatrice, NE to Winston and Doris Harding.

She attended Beatrice public schools and graduated from Beatrice High School in 1955.  Shortly after graduating, Patty moved to the Kansas City area with her family and later moved to...

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