Neal W. Schmutzler
Oct 6, 2026
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Angela M. Carter
Oct 5, 2026
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Bernard N. (Bernie) Gelphman
Oct 4, 2026
Bernard N. (Bernie) Gelphman passed away on October 4, 2026 at home in Olathe, Kansas. He was born on August 12, 1926, in Gas, Kansas and grew up in Iola, Kansas. He celebrated his 100th birthday at Hoeger House Rehabilitation Facility with friends and family.
Bernie joined the US Navy after graduating from Iola High School, entering service 7/24/1944. He served...
Jacqueline L. Byrd
Oct 4, 2026
Jacqueline ("Jackie") Louise (Pettigrew) Byrd, 81, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2026, surrounded by her family. A visitation will be held on Friday, October 9, 2026, 6-8 p.m., at Penwell-Gabel Funeral Home, 14275 South Black Bob Road, Olathe, Kansas, 66062. A funeral service will be held Saturday, October 10, 2026, 1:00 p.m., at Cornerstone Presbyterian...
William Russell King, Jr.
Oct 3, 2026
William "Bill" Russell King, Jr., 73, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, October 3, 2026. He was born on November 5, 1952 in Paterson, New Jersey to William and Grace (Bogert) King.
Bill grew up in West Paterson, NJ where he participated in sports and drum corps. He graduated from Passaic Valley high school in 1970. Following graduation, he went...
Auriana Kim Davis
Oct 2, 2026
Auriana Kim Davis, 18, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on October 2, 2026. She was born on February 11, 2008, in Junction City, Kansas, to Lemoine and Samantha Davis.
Auriana was, simply put, larger than life. She had an enormous heart, a presence that could fill a room, and a loud, infectious laugh that could make anyone smile. She...
Lora Brewster "Brucie" Hopkins
Oct 2, 2026
In Loving Memory of Lora Brewster Buckingham Hopkins (“Brucie”)
Lora Brewster Buckingham Hopkins, known affectionately by all as "Brucie," passed away on October 2nd, 2026, A woman of boundless energy, warmth, and perception, Brucie lived a full and vibrant life centered on family, community, and lifelong learning.
Born in New Rochelle, New York, to Lora Jenkins Green and Alfred Oliver Buckingham, Jr....
Edward Joseph Werth
Oct 2, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Edward Werth on October 2, 2026. Edward was born on April 3, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri, to Virginia and Earl Werth.Edward pursued his passion for technology and innovation, earning a degree in Computer Science from the University of Kansas. His education led him to a fulfilling career...
Sharon M. Burns
Oct 1, 2026
Sharon M. Burns, 78, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 1, 2026. Born on August 31, 1948, in Eufaula, Oklahoma, Sharon was the daughter of Lowell and Wylena Burns and lived most of her life in Olathe.
Sharon retired from Farmers Insurance and was a devoted sister, aunt, and cousin. She was kindhearted and generous, always putting others before...
Wanda Lorraine Armstrong
Sep 30, 2026
Wanda Lorraine Armstrong, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, at the age of 74.
Wanda was a loving and devoted mother. Even at a young age, she worked hard to provide for her family and took great pride in everything she did. She was appreciated by her coworkers and bosses throughout her working years and...
Barrett M. Ballinger
Sep 26, 2026
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Mark M. Willer
Sep 25, 2026
Mark M. Willer, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on September 25, 2026, at the age of 77. He was born on June 6, 1949, in Cleveland, Ohio.
Mark will be remembered as a devoted father and grandpa, a natural joker, and a man who did not know a stranger. He moved through life with an easy warmth that drew people in,...
Jack S. Shipley
Sep 23, 2026
Jack Stephen Shipley, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on September 23, 2026, at the age of 79.
Jack was born on August 18, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of William C. Shipley and Loretta F. (Obrien) Shipley. He graduated from Fort Lauderdale High School and later continued his education and training in electronics.
Jack proudly served his country in the...
Carol Louise Lark
Sep 21, 2026
Carol Louise Lark passed away peacefully on September 21, 2026, in Olathe, KS, surrounded by her loving family.
Carol was born on December 20, 1945, to Michael and Grace (Marcella) Chimenti in Kansas City, MO both of whom preceded her in death.
Carol lived a full and meaningful life defined by faith and family.
A lifelong resident of the Kansas City area, Carol...
Davone Sorinsay
Sep 20, 2026
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Richard James McCune
Sep 19, 2026
Richard James “Dick” McCune, 87, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home, one week before his 88th birthday.
Dick was born in Minatare, Nebraska, to Alberta “Bert” Bess Martindale and Roy “Mick” Lewis McCune. He spent much of his childhood on his grandparents’ farm with his cousins, where he developed a lifelong appreciation for nature and learned many of the...
Jeanne Cottey
2026
Jeanne Cottey was born in September 1953 in Kansas City, Kansas. She passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones in September 2026 at Olathe Hospice House.
Jeanne graduated from Liberty High School in Liberty, Missouri. After high school, she worked as a certified nursing assistant before becoming a stay-at-home mother to her two beloved daughters.
Jeanne was a warm and loving...
Wayne "E" Smith
Sep 18, 2026
Wayne “E” Smith, PhD, 98, passed away on September 18th, 2026.
Wayne was born on August 26th, 1928 on a rainy day in DeWitt, MO to Ed and Hazel Smith. He was the 5th of 7 children. He moved to Kansas City as a child and graduated from East High School. From there he enlisted in the US Marines and was...
Dee Steinke
Sep 16, 2026
Denise “Dee” Steinke of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on September 16, 2026, in Overland Park, Kansas. Dee was born on March 26, 1952, in Wood River, Illinois.
Dee grew up in Turner, Kansas, and as a teenager became part of the home and family of Mary Elizabeth “Mama Mary” Carlisle (McCallop) of Shawnee, Kansas. Dee became a mother at a young...
Mark David Davis
Sep 16, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, son, brother, and grandfather, Mark Davis, who passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
Mark proudly served his country as a United States Marine. He was a beloved husband to Nicole Davis, a devoted father to Lamanda Tamim, Casey Saccomano, and Dakota Davis, and a cherished...
