Obituaries
Becky Lynn Keller
May 19, 2026
Becky Keller, 74, of Olathe, Kansas, passed peacefully into God’s arms on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Becky was born on July 14, 1951, to her loving and devoted parents, Israel “Harry” and Thelma Trigg in Ottawa, Kansas. Her childhood was spent in rural southwestern Kansas, where her parents both worked in the school system. Although Becky spent most of her adult...
Bob Hall
May 18, 2026
Claude (Bob) R. Hall, SSGT Retired, 75, of Olathe, after a hard-fought battle with cancer; passed peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior Christ Jesus on May 18, 2026.
Bob was born August 31,1950 in Fort Scott, Kansas to Lewgene and Mary Kathryn Hall (nee Roland).
Bob graduated in 1968 from Olathe Senior High School where he met the love...
Michael David Parrish
May 18, 2026
Michael Parrish of Edwardsville, KS passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026 at the age of 77. He was born at home in Aldrich, MO on October 1, 1948 to Leon and Betty Hensley Parrish. He married Peggy Lyon Parrish on October 11, 1969 in Emporia, KS and together they raised two boys, Scott Allen and James Douglas. Mike worked...
Julie Mann Edge
May 17, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing on of Julie Mann Edge, age 58, of Mission Hills, KS, on May 17, 2026. Julie’s last days were spent at Saint Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, following complications from pneumonia, surrounded by loved ones.
On February 11,1968, in Houston, TX, Dean and Becky Mann met their vivacious and energetic daughter,...
Lois "Barb" Werner
May 17, 2026
Lois “Barb” Werner, 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 17, 2026, after a life devoted to public service, community, and those she loved most.
Barb spent the majority of her adult life in the close-knit community of Gove KS, where she became a familiar and trusted presence to generations of residents. She dedicated many years to serving Gove...
Linda C. Truby
May 16, 2026
Linda Carolyn Meeker Truby was born November 24, 1939, to Alice L. Luckey-Meeker and Eursie P. Meeker in Osceola, Missouri.
She was “born again” at an early age and lived her life devoted to Christ, using her exceptional talent as a pianist to bless countless listeners. She accompanied soloists, ensembles, choirs, and congregational singing throughout her life, as the piano was...
Marilyn L. Pulliam
May 16, 2026
Marilyn Louise Pulliam, 70, joined her husband, Ronald Pulliam, in heaven on May 16, 2026.Marilyn was born to Grant and Lola Mendell of Kansas City on October 26, 1955. In June of 1977, she married her high school sweetheart, Ronald Pulliam. Marilyn and Ron had three children, Christina, Melissa, and Jillian.Marilyn was heavily involved in the community during her life.
She...
Carmella M. O'Dwyer
May 15, 2026
Carmella Martha O'Dwyer, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 15, 2026, in Olathe, KS. Born on July 15, 1947, in Hazleton, PA, she was the only sister to her brothers, Jim, Carl, and Paul Lee.
Carmella was a devoted mother to her three sons — Jerry O'Dwyer (Ginger), John O'Dwyer (Heather), and Jimmy O'Dwyer (Randi) — and helped...
D. Jean Altnow
May 15, 2026
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In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to The University of Kansas.
Timothy R. Dykes
May 12, 2026
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Frederick Elson Miller, Jr.
May 12, 2026
Frederick Elson Miller, Jr., 88, recently of Spring Hill, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2026. He was born on June 1, 1937 in Kansas City, Missouri to Frederick and Emma (Johnson) Miller.
He lived with his parents in Kansas City, MO until they moved to a farm near Liberty, MO. He graduated High School from Liberty High School, in...
Pamela D. Pretz
May 11, 2026
Pamela Pretz, a loving daughter, wife, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 11th after her battle with cancer. Pam was the family go-to person for all things in life that were important. So many times, it was said, “We’ll ask Pam” to make sure we weren’t making a poor choice, be it a personal or financial decision....
Jeffrey Lane Parker
May 11, 2026
Jeffrey Lane Parker, our beautiful friend, who touched so many with his infectious smile and piercing blue eyes, who always popped up in difficult circumstances with a mischievous joke or a well-timed compliment, who always made us laugh and always shared his generous, faithful spirit, departed this world on May 11th, 2026, after a long, difficult battle with Alzheimer’s.
Born March...
Penny Craven
May 11, 2026
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Dawn Marie Smith
May 10, 2026
Dawn Marie Smith, a woman of immense grace and the "most precious person" to those who knew her, passed away peacefully on the morning of Sunday, May 10, 2026. After a courageous and hard-fought battle with cancer, she left this world surrounded by the love of the family she spent her life building and nurturing.Born on February 17, 1954, Dawn...
Marie Bell "Watty" O'Hara
May 8, 2026
Marie Bell O’Hara, born July 11, 1925, was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Watson and attended Bryant School and Sunset Hill. She graduated from Smith College in 1947 with a degree in music. She was an active community volunteer and a member of the Junior League for many years. She served as a docent and a member of...
Robert (Bob) T. Pearson
May 8, 2026
Robert Thomas Pearson passed away peacefully on 5-8-26 at his home in Olathe, Kansas at the age of 89.
A devoted Christian, faith in God was the foundation of Bob's life. As an Elder in the Community of Christ church, his relationship with God shaped the way he lived and loved others. Bob was the steady foundation and heart of his...
Michael Hemming, Jr.
May 8, 2026
In Loving Memory of Mike Hemming, Jr.With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mike Hemming, Jr., a devoted husband, father, grandfather, proud veteran, beloved son, cherished friend, and brother.
Born on July 25, 1959, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Mike was the son of Mike Hemming, Sr. and Virginia Panneton. Above all else, Mike was a loving, dedicated father who cherished his...
Carlene Childs
May 7, 2026
Carlene's obituary and photo will be posted soon. Her service time is listed below. We invite you to leave a special memory or condolence for the family on her guestbook page. Please check back. Thank you.
Paula Stubblebine
May 6, 2026
Paula Stubblebine, 85 of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Paula was born on May 28, 1940, in Grand Island, Nebraska, to Paul and Ruth Petersen. She spent her childhood in Nebraska before moving with her family to Leawood, Kansas. While attending St. Teresa’s Academy, she met Dick Stubblebine, beginning a...
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