Obituaries
Jennifer Kay Untereker
Dec 6, 2025
Surrounded by love, Jennifer Kay Untereker, 47, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. Jennifer was born on September 27, 1978 in Pittsburg, KS, to parents John and Karen Untereker. Born the fourth of what would eventually become seven – Jennifer was appropriately placed as the middle child, as her loved ones always affectionately called her the glue of the...
Harold L. Nolte
Dec 6, 2025
Harold Leon Nolte, 85, of Edgerton, Kansas, sadly left our world on December 6, 2025, after a life filled with laughter, family, and faith.
Harold was born in 1940 to Harold B. Nolte and Lola Dever in Olathe, Kansas. Harold married Carol Joyce Nolte, his loving wife of 64 years, and together they raised four children.
Harold was a dedicated and hardworking...
William H. Ketelaar
Dec 5, 2025
William “Bill” Ketelaar
William H. Ketelaar, age 89, formerly of Davenport, IA, passed away peacefully at his residence at Colonial Village in Overland Park, KS on December 5th.
Born in Davenport on November 6th,1936 to Al and Vera (Speth) Ketelaar, Bill was the third child in a family of six, and the eldest son. Bill was a Navy veteran who enlisted at...
Peggy Donna Zook
Dec 5, 2025
Peggy Donna Zook, beloved sister and cherished member of her community, passed away on December 5, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 75. Born on June 27, 1950, in Olathe, Kansas, Peggy was a resident of the area her entire life and was known for her kind spirit and unwavering dedication to her family and friends.
A proud...
Judy Porting
Dec 4, 2025
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Judy Porting, 63, who left this life on December 4, 2025, after courageously battling leukemia for nine months. Born on April 27, 1962, Judy lived a life defined by warmth, energy, and genuine connection.
Judy worked as a Client Service Administrator at Mariner Wealth, where she was known for her dedication, kindness, and...
Connie Louise Messick
Dec 2, 2025
Connie Louise Messick, born July 23, 1957 passed away December 2, 2025.
Services are pending.
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Frederick "Mike" Harris III
Dec 1, 2025
Frederick Milo (Mike) Harris III, 86, of Overland Park, Kansas peacefully passed away on the morning of December 1, 2025 at Delmar Gardens Lenexa after a short battle with cancer.
Mike was born on July 5, 1939 in Chanute, Kansas to Josephine and Frederick M. Harris Jr, their first of four children. He graduated from Chanute High School in 1957. Shortly...
Phillip DeVries
Nov 30, 2025
Phillip “Phil” DeVries, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away on Sunday, November 30, surrounded by his family. A calm, easygoing, and fun-loving man, Phil was a gentle giant whose life embodied the words:
“Nothing is as strong as gentleness, and nothing is so gentle as real strength.”
Born and raised in Denver, Colorado, Phil was the son of Joseph...
Silas Jacob Garlington
Nov 29, 2025
Silas Jacob Garlington, 24, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025. He was born on February 13, 2001 in San Diego, California to Nathan and Norma (Beck) Garlington.
For the first 3 years of Silas’ life, he lived in San Diego and then in Key West Florida with his mother and father. At 4 years old Silas’s family...
Ted Anthony Hollembeak
Nov 29, 2025
Ted Anthony Hollembeak, 64, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on November 29th after a courageous battle with sarcoma.
Born on September 21, 1961, to Jerry and Niki Hollembeak, Ted grew up in Overland Park and attended Shawnee Mission West High School. He later graduated from Emporia State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Public Affairs and went on to earn his...
James Cabral
Nov 26, 2025
James Cabral, 74, of Olathe, KS passed away November 26, 2025. Jim was born on April 27,1951 in Fall River, MA to Gil and Mary Constance (Connie) Cabral.
Jim was the sole proprietor of Spa Tech in Olathe, KS.
Jim is survived by his wife: Sharon; one son, Nathanael Cabral of Sallisaw, OK; one sister, Kathleen Seridonio, Dartmouth, MA and two brothers:...
Karen J. Bridges
Nov 25, 2025
Karen Bridges of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on November 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 16, 1950, in Muskogee, Oklahoma, Karen lived a life defined by an unwavering love for her family.
Karen was the beloved daughter of Macelene Evelyn Beaty and Francis Dale Beaty, both of whom preceded her in death. She...
Keith Darwin Thomas
Nov 25, 2025
On November 25, 2025, Keith Darwin Thomas, received heavenly peace surrounded by family. He received the best birthday present ever…”to be absent from the body and present with the LORD.” II Corinthians 5:8
Keith joins Fred and Lettie Thomas, his parents; brothers: Edward, Fred Jr., Romeo, Dale and Michael; sisters: Sylvia, Jocelyn, Stephanie and Avis in eternal rest.
Born on November 25,...
Jorge Eduardo Graham, Sr.
Nov 23, 2025
Jorge Graham Sr., born on March 11, 1951, in Campeche, México, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri, at the age of 74.
Jorge's life journey began in the vibrant coastal city of Campeche. From those early roots in Mexico, he built a life marked by dedication to family and resilience through change. His path eventually led...
Michael F. Ortmann
Nov 23, 2025
Michael F. Ortmann, 70, of Roeland Park, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, November 23, 2025. He was born on September 16, 1955 in Augusta, Kansas to Fred and Betty Ortmann.
Michael was born and raised in Augusta, Kansas. After graduating from Augusta High School, he attended Kansas State University graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and years later completed his...
Mark Edward Curl
Nov 21, 2025
Mark Edward Curl, a beloved husband and father, passed away on November 21, 2025, in his hometown of Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 60. Mark was born on July 6, 1965, in Olathe, where he spent his early years and laid the foundation for a life dedicated to family, friendship, and community.
Mark was known for his kind demeanor and...
Jennifer Michelle Umbarger
Nov 20, 2025
Jennifer Michelle Umbarger, 53, of Overland Park, passed away on November 20, 2025 after a courageous battle against breast cancer. She was born on January 5, 1972 in Hamburg, Iowa to Curt and Judy (Amthor) Crain.
After graduating from Hamburg High School, Jeni followed her pursuit of higher education at Northwest Missouri State University. After establishing her career with roles in...
Terry Lee Rothwell
Nov 19, 2025
Terry Lee Rothwell, 76, of Gillette, Wyoming, passed away on Wednesday, November 19, 2025. He was born on March 13, 1949 in Danville, Illinois to Mathias and Marjorie (Roberts) Rothwell.
Terry was born in Danville, Illinois as the second child of four, the only son and his mother’s declared “favorite”. He was a graduate of Danville High School and worked at...
Don Wiley, Jr.
Nov 19, 2025
Donald Graham Wiley Jr. passed away on Wednesday, November 19th, surrounded by his loved ones. In his 63 years on this earth, he was a beloved son, dad, grandfather, and friend.
Born on July 12th, 1962, in Kansas City, KS, to Patricia and Don Wiley Sr., Don grew up with a competitive streak that showed up early and never left him....
Michael E. Barge
Nov 18, 2025
Michael E. Barge, 76, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 10, 1949, in Memphis, TN. Michael built a life defined by devotion—to his work, his passions, and most of all, his family.
For 37 years, Michael worked for Universal Underwriters/Zurich as a distinguished Property & Casualty Commercial Underwriter. He...
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