Matthew Wayne Bird
Oct 12, 2025
Matthew Wayne Bird, 54, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away October 12, 2025.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:00am, Monday, October 20, 2025 at Hope Lutheran Church, 6308 Quivira Rd, Shawnee, KS, followed by a Celebration of Life at 11:00 am.
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Amber D. White
Oct 12, 2025
We are deeply saddened to share the passing of our sweet mother, Amber Diane Clendenen-White, who departed this life on October 12, 2025, at the age of 79.
Amber was a quiet presence in the lives of those who knew and loved her. She didn’t seek the spotlight — she simply lived her life with grace and was a gentle soul...
Dorisaline Chandler
Oct 7, 2025
Doris McWilliams Chandler, 85, of Merriam, KS, passed away peacefully on October 7, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born to Charles and Goldie McWilliams on October 11, 1939, Dorisaline grew up in Kansas City, Kansas, where her courage helped shape history. As a young student at Walker Elementary School, she took part in the 1948 Walker Walkout, a...
Gerald "Jerry" Robert Hall Sr.
Oct 6, 2025
Gerald “Jerry" R. Hall Sr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 62. Born on July 10, 1963, in Kansas City, Kansas, Jerry was a cherished member of his community who touched many lives with his warmth and kindness.Jerry proudly served his country as...
Richard "Dick" Krueger
Oct 4, 2025
Richard “Dick” Krueger passed from this life on Saturday, October 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on April 21, 1937, in Yates Center, Kansas, to E.F. and Leona F. (Miller) Krueger, Richard grew up with a strong sense of service, community, and curiosity about the world. He graduated from Yates Center High School and went on to earn his...
Earl R. Blauer Jr.
Oct 4, 2025
Earl R. Blauer Jr., beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2025, in Kansas City, KS, at the age of 88.
Born on September 2, 1937, in Cocoa Beach, FL, Earl was the son of Earl R. Blauer Sr. and Veda Blauer. He dedicated his life to the pursuit of music education, beginning his career as a...
Rob "Robby" C. Page
Oct 3, 2025
Robert Carl Page, affectionately known as Rob or Robby, passed away peacefully on Friday October 3, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by family and friends. Born on March 4, 1968, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Rob lived a vibrant and fulfilling life, reaching the age of 57.
Rob was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend...
Mamie Marie Shipley
Sep 29, 2025
Mamie Marie Shipley, 94, of Mission Kansas died September 29, 2025.
Mamie was married to Ted Shipley and together they celebrated over 55 years of marriage until his death. Mamie was also preceded in death by her parents Niklaus and Rosalie Yunker, siblings Ernest Yunker, Hans Yunker, Margaret Yunker, Sylvia Bowman, and Anna Yunker. Mamie is survived by her seven children...
Maurice Elwood Wycoff
Sep 29, 2025
Maurice Elwood Wycoff, a beloved father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 7, 1931, in Akron, Iowa, Maurice lived a life marked by unwavering dedication to his family, community, and country. He was a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy, having served during the Korean conflict, a commitment...
Brenda Jean Lawson
Sep 28, 2025
Brenda Jean Lawson, 63, Bonner Springs, KS died Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Brenda was preceded in death by her daughter Starlynn Lawson. Survivors include her special friend, Jessie and her aunt, Mary.
Dr. Arlo S. Hermreck
Sep 28, 2025
Dr. Arlo S. Hermreck M.D., Ph.D., age 87 of Lake Quivira, Kansas passed away after a valiant battle on September 28th from a rare glioblastoma like his maternal grandfather Guy Brown. Dr. Hermreck was born on April 24, 1938 in Richmond, Kansas, to Lee and Clara Hermreck. He was one of eight children.
He graduated from Richmond Rural High School in...
David Glenn Shaffer
Sep 27, 2025
David Glenn Shaffer, a remarkable man whose life was filled with love, passion, and dedication, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 86. Born on June 28, 1939, in Somerset, Pennsylvania, David lived a life that inspired all who knew him.
David’s journey through life was marked by his commitment to hard work...
Margie Miller
Sep 26, 2025
Marjorie “Margie” Ann (Van Niewenhuyse) Miller, 87, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family and loved ones.
Born on February 28, 1938, in Shawnee, Margie was the daughter of Albert and Catherine (Barry) Van Niewenhuyse. She attended Saint Joseph Grade School and High School, graduating in 1956.
After completing her education, Margie embarked on...
Betty G. Johnson
Sep 24, 2025
Betty G. Johnson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 88. Born on October 14, 1936, in Datto, Arkansas, Betty brought light and love to everyone she met throughout her long and fulfilling life.
Betty's journey was marked by her dedication to family, her unwavering faith,...
Polly M. Hincha
Sep 23, 2025
Polly Marie Hincha, June 15, 1934 - September 23, 2025, passed away peacefully in her sleep in Overland Park, KS.
Polly was born in Mountain View, MO where she was raised by her parents Nelson and Mabel Bell along with her 7 brothers and sisters.
In May 1950 Polly was married to Marvin Hincha shortly after he returned home from the Korean...
Ardis A. Burley
Sep 23, 2025
Ardis Ann Athon Burley passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love, creativity, and joy. She is survived by her daughters, Jennifer (Jenny) Carole Burley-Krenzer and Laura Lynne Dyer, and her beloved grandson, Nathaniel (Nate) Emerson Dyer. She is reunited in spirit with her husband, Donald L. Burley, who preceded her in death.
Ardis was an...
David L. Spurgeon
Sep 21, 2025
David L. Spurgeon, age 67, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away on September 21, 2025 from a decades long battle with Huntington’s Disease, surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren.
Dave was born January 9, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Frank J. and Ollivene (Rau) Spurgeon. He married Theresa McAnany on July 21, 1979, in Lenexa, Kansas. Dave loved and enjoyed...
Milt Wroten
Sep 20, 2025
Milton "Milt" P. Wroten, born on January 22, 1933, in Corinth, Mississippi, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 20, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, at the age of 92.
Dedicated and hardworking, Milt served as a District Sales Manager for AAA Travel & Insurance Co. where he was respected and appreciated by both colleagues and clients alike. Beyond his professional...
Delmar D. Ferguson
Sep 19, 2025
Delmar Ferguson, 94, passed away September 19, 2025, at his home. He was born March 25, 1931, in Liberal, Kansas, the son of Charles and Stella Ferguson. He graduated from Haviland Friends Academy in 1949. Delmar married Grace Johnson on January 18, 1951, in Wellsford, Kansas, and they were longtime Reno County residents. Delmar was the operator of the KT...
John Jacob Dillman, Jr.
Sep 15, 2025
“Super Bad Dad”
The world lost its most legendary left-handed pitcher-who-never-made-it-to-the-big-leagues, John Jacob Dillman Jr., on September 15, 2025, at the age of 75. Surrounded by his family, he threw his final curveball and probably muttered something about how the Royals missed out big time when they passed him up at tryouts. Their loss, our gain.
Born with an arm of steel...