Obituaries

Phillip DeVries

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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...

John "Jack" W. Sturman

John "Jack" W. Sturman

Nov 18, 2025

John “Jack” Sturman, a vocational advocate for the disabled and beloved family man, passed away peacefully on November 18, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 93.

Born on March 21, 1932, in Dorrance, Kansas, Jack lived a life characterized by his commitment to helping others.

Jack proudly served in the United States Navy, an experience that laid the foundation for...

Ronald Lee Darst

Ronald Lee Darst

Nov 16, 2025

Ronald Lee Darst, 80, Olathe, Kansas, died Sunday, November 16, 2025. He was born November 18, 1944, in Ashland, Kansas to Merle and Maxine (Roley) Darst.

Ron graduated from Bucklin (Kansas) High School, played college football at Fort Hays State University and earned a master’s degree in physical education from the University of Florida. He earned a second master’s degree in...

Patricia Ann Lipp

Patricia Ann Lipp

Nov 15, 2025

 Patricia Ann (O’Gara) Lipp was born in Sioux City, IA on August 2, 1939, the oldest child of her parents, Mildred (Pehrson) O’Gara and George O’Gara.  Patricia grew up alongside her brother, Dick (Richard) O’Gara, in Laurel, NE surrounded by family and friends. She graduated from Wayne State Teachers College in Wayne, NE in 1957. Pat married Earl Antone Lipp...

Annalise Charlotte Hannan

Annalise Charlotte Hannan

Nov 14, 2025

Annalise Charlotte Hannan (December 6, 2024-November 14, 2025) was the beloved daughter of Adam and Christina Hannan, and treasured sister of Laine, Alistair, Arnae, and Mickeal Hannan. Her life was measured and marked closely by surgeons, physicians, researchers, therapists, and nurses because of her condition—Congenital Hypomyelinating Neuropathy—but her life was bigger than anyone could put a number on. She was...

Gary L. Green

Gary L. Green

Nov 12, 2025

Gary Leonard Green was born May 27, 1940, in Orange, California, to Jacob and Opal (Hall) Green. Gary passed away at St. Luke’s South Hospital in Overland Park, Kansas, on November 12, 2025, after a short hospital stay. He passed away with his loving family surrounding him and a Diet Coke in his hand. Gary was born in 1940 shortly...

Edward L. Lewis

Edward L. Lewis

Nov 11, 2025

Edward L. Lewis, age 76, passed away on November 11, 2025, at his home in Overland Park, Kansas.

Private services will be held, and Edward will be laid to rest at Leavenworth National Cemetery.

To share a memory of Edward, or to leave a message for the family, visit the guestbook below.

Ralph Frederick Morgan

Ralph Frederick Morgan

Nov 10, 2025

Ralph Frederick Morgan, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. 

He was born on April 25, 1945, in Cleveland, Ohio, and his journey through life was marked by both personal and professional achievements. Ralph proudly served in the United States Air Force, a testament to his commitment to his country. After...

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