Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Shawnee, Kansas and surrounding communities of Johnson County, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area.
Glenda Handley
Aug 27, 2025
Glenda Eileen Handley, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 27, 2025, in Shawnee, KS, at the age of 73. Born on November 30, 1951, in Jefferson, IA, Glenda lived a life full of love and dedication to her family.
As an underwriter for Pyramid Life Insurance, Glenda applied her diligence and strong work ethic to her...
Diane Marie Ballou
Aug 27, 2025
Diane Ballou, age 73, of Overland Park, KS, passed away peacefully on August 27th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born in Kansas City, KS to Joe and Gladys Hrzenak. Diane graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School and later earned her master’s degree in education. She dedicated over 20 years of her life to teaching high...
Michael Joseph Michalski
Aug 26, 2025
Michael Joseph Michalski, born May 21,1959, was the first born child of Barbara and Joseph Michalski of Kansas City, Kansas. Mike, also known as “Mitch” or “J”, became the best big brother anyone could have to Mary and James (Jim, wife, Carolee). A natural athlete, even from an early age, Mike excelled in all sports, most notably as a baseball...
Mary Katherine Riehle
Aug 26, 2025
Mary (Kay) Katherine (Weisz) Riehle, 84, of Shawnee, KS, died August 26, 2025, at Villa St. Francis in Overland Park, KS. Mary Kay died from pulmonary complications following COVID-19.
She was born on January 8, 1941, to Evelyn (Reiter) Weisz and William Weisz on their family farm in Norborne, MO.
Mary Kay attended St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing in Kansas City,...
Jack J. Hollingsworth
Aug 24, 2025
Jack J. Hollingsworth, 81, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, August 24th of 2025 following a long battle with cancer. Jack spent his final days surrounded by close friends and family and under the care of Vitas Healthcare: Hospice, Palliative Care, & End of Life Services and his niece Jessica, who is a career nurse.
Born February 20th of 1944...
Stacy Campbell
Aug 23, 2025
Stacy Lynn Campbell of Shawnee, originally from the quaint town of Merriam, has left us for the grand garden in the sky at the age of 56. Her departure on August 23, 2025, after bravely battling acute myeloid leukemia (AML), has left a hole that even her favorite plants can't fill.Professionally, Stacy served as a paraprofessional—a title that could only...
Linda Lee Myers
Aug 23, 2025
Linda Lee Myers, age 80 of Olathe, Kansas, previously of Sedalia, MO, passed away on Saturday, August 23, 2025 at the Olathe Medical Center surrounded by family.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, Clifford and Maxine (Schneider) Montgomery.
She is survived and missed by her loving husband Dennis of 50 years; daughter Shara Embree and husband Adam of Olathe, Kansas,...
Ray Torres
Aug 21, 2025
On August 21st, 2025, Raymond "Ray" Torres Jr. affectionately known as "Pops," passed away, at the age of 85, in his home in Shawnee, Kansas, surrounded by his family. Born on December 28, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York, Ray lived a life filled with love, laughter, and dedication to his family.
From 1959 to 1963, Ray served his country with honor...
Timothy J. Crowley
Aug 20, 2025
Timothy J. Crowley, affectionately known as Tim, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 84. Born on July 16, 1941, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Tim lived a life marked by dedication and service.
Tim honorably served his country in the Navy, where he developed a strong sense of duty and camaraderie that he carried with...
Shirley May Pearson
Aug 20, 2025
It is with great love and fond memories that we announce the passing of Shirley May Tanner Pearson on August 20, 2025 at home, surrounded by loved ones in Shawnee. Kansas.
A Celebration of Life Memorial will be held Saturday, August 23, 2025, for family and friends as we honor Shirley's life.
Shirley was born March 6, 1939 in Cheyenne, Wyoming to...
Marion Stier
Aug 18, 2025
Marion Stier, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 80. Marion lived a life full of grace, dedication, and kindness that touched the hearts of many.
Born on October 6, 1944, in Oklahoma City, Marion was the daughter of Howard G. Wilson and Marion R. Wilson....
Joseph Martin Harn
Aug 18, 2025
Our beloved Joseph Martin Harn, 70, of Olathe, KS passed away from a quiet battle with cancer on August 18 in Minnesota while visiting one of his sons. He was born to Maurice (Dutch) and Margaret Harn in Honolulu, HI on September 18, 1954. The family left Hawaii six months later to settle in Waterloo, IA and grew to 9...
Joanne Stout
Aug 17, 2025
Joanne Stout, aged 85, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in her hometown of Kansas City, Missouri. Born on June 4, 1940, in Kansas City, Joanne lived a life enriched by her passions and the love of family and friends.
Joanne was a vibrant and independent woman with a profound love for the arts. She found great joy both in...
Ravi Anand Naidu
Aug 17, 2025
Ravi Anand Nadiu passed away August 17, 2025.
His funeral service will begin at 9:00am, Friday, August 22, 2025 at the Amos Family Funeral Home.
Jennifer Lynette Woodall
Aug 17, 2025
Jennifer "Jenny" Lynette Woodall, cherished daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 17, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts. Born on May 18, 1966, in Paola, Kansas, Jenny lived a vibrant and full life of 59 years.
A visitation will be held from 10:00 to 11:30am, Saturday, August 30, 2025 at the Amos Family Funeral Home, followed by a funeral...
Mark Nels Smith
Aug 16, 2025
Mark Nels Smith, 65, passed away on August 16, 2025, in Gilbert, Arizona, under the care of hospice. He was surrounded by family, in person and by FaceTime. He received the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick while in the hospital.
Mark did not want to define himself by the melanoma diagnosis from Spring 2020. Unfortunately, a rare condition resulting...
Patricia Anne Ainley
Aug 15, 2025
Patricia Anne Ainley, aged 83, passed away peacefully with her two children by her side on August 15, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. Born on September 28, 1941, in Los Angeles, California, Pat led a life defined by resilience, dedication, and unwavering faith.
Throughout her distinguished career, Pat was a highly successful and well-respected Real Estate Owner and Property Manager of...
Jagdish Kumar Maganbhai Patel
Aug 15, 2025
Jagdish Kumar Maganbhai Patel, 72, of Lee Summit, Mo died August 15, 2025 at Research Medical Center.
A funeral service will be 11:00 am, Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Ks 66203. To view the service live CLICK HERE.
Miguel Parra M.D.
Aug 15, 2025
Miguel Parra, M.D. was a humble man who lived an extraordinary life. He was born on August 20, 1937, in Holguín, Cuba. As a young boy, he worked as an altar server to support his Catholic parish and later became president of the youth Catholic society. Dedicated to bringing young people into the church, he created a monthly publication entitled...
Dennis J. Steffens
Aug 12, 2025
Dennis Steffens, 71, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025, with his beloved wife, Sharon, by his side.
Born December 2, 1953, in Lexington, Missouri, to Ernest Steffens and Mary Louvier, Dennis grew up alongside his three siblings-Gary, Keith, and Mary Beth. At the age of 20, he met a spirited 17-year-old named Sharon, and the two...
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