Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Shawnee, Kansas and surrounding communities of Johnson County, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area.
Marilyn Church
May 29, 2025
Marilyn Ann Church, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 76. Born on February 23, 1949, in Manhattan, Kansas, Marilyn's warmth, generosity, and radiant smile left a lasting impression on everyone she met. Her kindness knew no bounds.
Family was the cornerstone of Marilyn’s life. Married to...
Gerald "Jerry" Ziegler
May 28, 2025
Gerald "Jerry" Ziegler, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 28, 2025, in Shawnee, KS. Born on March 5, 1942, in San Diego, CA, Jerry lived a full and active life, reaching the age of 83.
Jerry dedicated his professional life to the printing industry, where he worked diligently for an impressive 60 years....
Daniel Lynn Renaud
May 25, 2025
Daniel “Dan” Lynn Renaud, 70, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Born on May 22, 1955, in Herrin, Illinois, Dan was known for his strong work ethic, high moral character, and willingness to help anyone in need. He spent 35 years as a Combine Product Specialist with International Harvester, where he took great...
Rose Anna Brinker
May 24, 2025
Rose Anna Brinker, 75, of Shawnee, KS, passed away on May 24, 2025 at the Olathe Hospice House. She was born on July 8, 1949 in Sabetha, KS, to Raymond and Rita (Hughes) Wende.
Rose enjoyed being an administrative assistant for the Johnson County Christmas Bureau.
She is survived by her husband, William "Bill" Brinker, and two sons, Matt Brinker and Andrew...
Dan P. Smith
May 24, 2025
Daniel Phillip Smith, 81, of Prairie Village, Kansas, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, joined a host of believers in Heaven on May 24, 2025 from the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, Missouri after a courageous four year battle with cancer. Dan was born November 6, 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri, the son of Graham Phillip and Mary Louise (Walrod)...
Barbara Lee Herren Teepen
May 23, 2025
Barbara Masoner Herren Teepen, 89, of Overland Park, KS. died May 23, 2025. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Dorothy Masoner, siblings Gene, Charles, Carol (Duffley), as well as husbands Mike Herren and Albert Teepen. Barbara is survived by her daughters Patricia Pogue (Bob Burkeen), Joyce Maggard (Frank Maggard), son Robert Herren (Laurie Herren), and their...
Ronald Dean Jones
May 22, 2025
Ronald Dean Jones, known affectionately as "Poppy" to his immediate family, "Dean" to his extended family, and "Ron" to his business associates and friends, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 92. Born on June 15, 1932, in Topeka, Kansas, Ron lived a life marked by dedication, love, and impactful contributions.
Ron’s professional...
Orley Leroy Willis
May 22, 2025
“Leroy” Willis, 94, passed away in Liberty, MO on Thursday, May 22, 2025. He was born on September 7, 1930, to John Leroy and Edna (Banks) Willis.
He grew up in Blythedale, MO, and graduated from high school. He was later drafted and served two years in the Korean War in the Tank Unit.
He was preceded in death by his parents;...
Micah Frommer
May 21, 2025
Micah Andrew Frommer passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, in Westminster, Colorado, with his family by his side. Micah was 49 years old. He was born on February 19, 1976 in Olathe, Kansas. He was the youngest son of Tom and Karen (Bertels) Frommer. He was a brother to Christian (Ginger) Frommer and Sara (Brad) Gellerstedt. He was...
Ralph M. Cochran
May 21, 2025
Ralph Miller Cochran, 84, of Merriam, Kansas passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Ralph was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.
Born on January 9, 1941, in Phoenix, Arizona, Ralph was the cherished son of James Eugene Cochran and Edith Annebelle (Crust) Cochran. In his youth, he was an...
William E. Hastings
May 21, 2025
William Elmer Hastings, born March 12, 1937, in Washington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, in Shawnee, Kansas, at the age of 88.
Bill graduated from Washington High School in 1955. He then attended Earlham College and Indiana University. After several years in sales, Bill transitioned to healthcare equipment maintenance, where his attention to detail ensured the safety of...
Jack T. Webb
May 19, 2025
Jack Webb, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2025, in Merriam, Kansas, at the age of 86. Born on December 24, 1938, in Abilene, Kansas, Jack lived a life full of adventure, hard work, and cherished relationships.
Jack spent his formative years in Herington, Kansas, where he developed a deep love for the land...
Mark Elwood Brown
May 17, 2025
Mark Elwood Brown of Lake Quivira, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Like everyday, he was following his passion and going water skiing after a bike ride. While launching his boat to ski with his brother-in-law, a simple boating accident occurred, and he immediately went to be with the Lord.
Mark is survived by his wife, Laura Bennett Brown;...
Elyse Ohmes
May 16, 2025
Elyse Theresa (Culp) Ohmes, aged 72, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in Shawnee, Kansas.
Elyse was born on January 14, 1953 in Kansas City, Missouri, to George and Viola Befort Culp, and grew up in Shawnee.
Elyse was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend who touched the lives of many with her kindness and compassion.
Elyse was the heart...
Lowell Edward Scott
May 16, 2025
Lowell Scott, a cherished father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 93. Born on July 21, 1931, in Kansas City, Missouri, Lowell's life was a testament to kindness, encouragement, and a deep commitment to helping others realize their fullest potential.
Throughout his life, Lowell was...
Marybelle Farnsworth
May 13, 2025
In loving memory of Marybelle E. Farnsworth, who died May 13, 2025, at The Healthcare Resort of Leawood, Kansas. She was an energetic 102 years old. She is a beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, forever in our hearts.
Marybelle was born in Denton, MO on March 28, 1923, the daughter of Harold K. and Flora M. Evans. She spent early years...
Gertrude "Trudy" A. Larson
May 12, 2025
Gertrude Larson, affectionately known as Trudy, passed away peacefully from natural causes on May 12, 2025, in Mission, Kansas, just six days shy of her 92nd birthday. Born on May 18, 1933, in St. Louis, Missouri, Trudy lived a long and fulfilling life, leaving behind a rich tapestry of family and friends who will cherish her memory.Trudy was preceded in...
Helen Irene Fox
May 11, 2025
Helen Irene Sanders Fox, cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on May 11, 2025, at the age of 94.
Helen was born on February 5, 1931. Formerly of Leawood, Helen spent her final days surrounded by family in Prairie Village.
Helen was the second oldest of four girls: Charlotte Mika, Bertie Larsen and Janet Engler.
On...
Matthew Roy Thomas
May 11, 2025
Matthew Roy Thomas, 67, of Shawnee, KS passed away peacefully on May 11, 2025 at Advent Health Hospital.
Roy was born on December 23, 1957, in Kansas City, Kansas. He was employed at a local lumber and roofing yard, ABC Roofing in Kansas City until his stroke in 2020.
A true outdoorsman, Roy cherished every moment spent in nature. Whether fishing, camping,...
William Lee Ramsey
May 7, 2025
Bill was born on September 3, 1948, in Detroit, Michigan, to his loving mother Elizabeth. With a strong work ethic and a passion for craftsmanship, Bill dedicated much of his life to the construction industry, working as both a skilled carpenter and a respected construction foreman, having completed 54 years as a union carpenter. He proudly served 3 years in...
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