Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Shawnee, Kansas and surrounding communities of Johnson County, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area.
Harold W. (Barney) Nossaman
Feb 2, 2025
Harold W. (Barney) Nossaman, 92, of Shawnee, KS passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025.
Barney was born August 25, 1932 on a farm in Cunningham, KS to Bernard and Ethel (Ellis) Nossaman of Isabel, KS. Barney spent his childhood in the Isabel, KS area and graduated from Isabel High School in 1950. He enlisted into the United States Air Force...
Norma J. Elliot-Stalcup
Feb 1, 2025
Norma Jean Elliot-Stalcup, fondly known as "Jean," was born on March 5, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, and peacefully passed away on February 1, 2025, in Shawnee, KS, at the age of 80. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and inspiration.
Jean's life was marked by dedication and love, both in her career and personal pursuits. She devoted 30...
James Thomas Franklin Mott, Sr.
Jan 31, 2025
JAMES THOMAS FRANKLIN MOTT, SR.
James Mott, 87, of Wellsville, Kansas passed away January 31, 2025. He was born the second of two children on July 21, 1937, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to Walter L. and Esther (Smith) Mott. James attended Washington Rural High School and subsequently entered the US Navy, of which he was immensely proud. He married Carmen Ramirez on...
John Joseph "Jack" Gladbach
Jan 31, 2025
John Joseph "Jack" Gladbach, 90, of Lenexa, KS, passed away at his home in Lenexa, KS on January 31, 2025. Jack was born on August 16, 1934, in Mendon, MO to Frederick and Catherine (Ryan) Gladbach. Jack is preceded in death by Margie, his loving wife of 65 years, son Steve, daughter Peggy Louree, granddaughter Megan Gladbach, brother Fred, sister...
Mary Marie (Cadwallader) Halaschak
Jan 30, 2025
In loving memory of Mary Marie Halaschak, affectionately known as "Honey," we are saddened to announce her passing on January 30, 2025, in Ottawa, Kansas, at the age of 77. Born on July 22, 1947, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
Mary was a dedicated employee of the Hobart Township Assessors Office until her retirement. After...
Revelle Sloan
Jan 30, 2025
Revelle D. Sloan, Olathe, KS, passed away on Jan. 30, 2025. She was preceded in death by her father Sam Sherman, mother Margaret Lewis, husband of 58 years Thomas J. Sloan, and daughter Melissa L. Sloan.
Rev leaves behind son Chris Sloan and wife Nannette Sloan, grandchildren Tyler and Madison, granddaughter Tasha Strader and husband Steven, great grandchildren Trenton and JaciLynn...
Earl Wayne Sheldon
Jan 29, 2025
Earl W. Sheldon, age 82, passed away peacefully of natural causes on January 29, 2025, in Shawnee, Kansas. Born on April 5, 1942, in Kansas City, Missouri, Earl lived a life full of service, dedication, and love.
Earl grew up in a close-knit family and was a proud member of the Overland Park Christian Church since 1954. He served his country...
Glenn Otto Rowley
Jan 29, 2025
Glenn O. Rowley, age 94 of Raymore, MO passed away on January 29. He was born on December 22, 1930, in Arrington, Kansas to Leo and Lola Rowley.
The funeral service for Glenn will be held at Christ Lutheran Church in Overland Park, Kansas; 11720 Nieman Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210 on February 22 at 11:00 AM....
Beatrice Alice Peniston
Jan 28, 2025
Beatrice Alice Peniston passed away January 28, 2025 at the age of 96. Bea was born on August 7, 1928, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Rodney, Son: David Wayne, Granddaughter Jessica; Parents: Bessie Leat Salsig Crossland and Harry Crossland; Siblings: Harry “Curly” Crossland, Elizabeth “Betty” Sower and Roy Jack Crossland...
James Melvin McDuff
Jan 27, 2025
James Melvin McDuff, 83, of Shawnee, Kansas died at Hospice House of Olathe, Monday, Jan. 27th 2025. James was born in Shreveport, LA on Jan. 30th 1941 to Col. Melvin Audrey and Lou Seale (Barber) McDuff. They were a traditional southern family where “Jimmy” learned basic values of honor, service to God, parents, and country. Shreveport was always home, but...
Daniel R. Stechmann
Jan 27, 2025
Daniel “Dan” Stechmann passed away unexpectedly on January 27, 2025, in Eldon, Missouri, at the age of 65. Born on August 26, 1959, in Kansas City, Kansas, Dan had deep roots in Shawnee, where he attended elementary and secondary school before making his home in Eldon.
Dan was known for his contagious laugh, smile, and sense of humor in any and...
Laren Miles Culver
Jan 24, 2025
Laren Miles Culver, “LC”, passed away peacefully at the age of 83, on January 24th, 2025.
Father to Ginger and Jason Culver. Laren was a loving grandfather to Trent Culver, Chrystal and Morgan, two great-granddaughters, Rylee and Brexlee. We all love you.
A service to honor Laren’s life will be held at Glad Tidings Assembly of God, at 1315 N. 64th St.,...
Christopher Wood
Jan 23, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of Christopher Joseph "Chris" Wood, who left us on January 23, 2025, at the age of 53. Born on October 31 1971, in Iowa, Chris's life was a testament to his passion, resilience, and love for his family.
Chris was a man who never met a sales pitch...
Charles Lee Atchison
Jan 22, 2025
Charles "Chuck" Lee Atchison, 88, of Lenexa, KS, passed away on January 22, 2025. Leaving his friends and family with a legacy of stories and memories packed with humor, travel, his treasured antiques, and a lifetime of mischievous antics.
Born on June 29, 1936, to Homer and Faye Atchison in Princeton, Kansas, Chuck was raised on a farm and started work...
Kathleen Patricia Cavanaugh Higgins
Jan 22, 2025
Kathleen Patricia Higgins (Cavanaugh)August 25, 1937 – January 22, 2025Kathleen Patricia Higgins (Cavanaugh), born on August 25, 1937, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2025, with her family and best friend, Sparty the cat, by her side until the end. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 62 years, David Eugene Higgins, and...
Ruth Ann Unruh
Jan 21, 2025
Ruth Ann Unruh took her final bow on January 21, 2025, just a week shy of her 82nd birthday. After a terminal cancer diagnosis in November, she passed away in Merriam, Kansas leaving behind a garden of memories that will bloom forever in our hearts.
Born in the Little Apple—Manhattan, Kansas—on January 28, 1943 to Wilbur Victor Unruh and Ada Kathryn...
Robert Leon Cramblett
Jan 21, 2025
Robert "Rob" Cramblett, born January 20, 1964, passed away unexpectedly on January 21, 2025, in Shawnee, KS, at the age of 61. Rob was a devoted husband, father, brother, and friend who inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Rob's journey began with a profound commitment to his country, having enlisted in the United States Army where he...
Patricia Stripling-Brown
Jan 19, 2025
Patricia Viola Stripling-Brown (Pat), 86, of Shawnee passed away on January 19, 2025 at Olathe Hospice House Care Center. Patricia was born on June 6, 1938, in Tiff City, MO, to Dick and Leone Johnston. On June 1, 1957, she married Donald R. Stripling, and they shared a loving marriage until his passing on March 3, 1983. Later in life,...
Pinakpati Majumdar
Jan 19, 2025
Dr. Pinakpati Majumdar, 68, passed away at home surrounded by his family on January 19, 2025 after a brutal battle with glioblastoma. Pinak was born on September 29, 1956 in Kolkata and he married Moonmoon Mitra on July 1, 1997.
He loved the practice of medicine and practiced both in India and the United States, completing his residency in Psychiatry at...
Jeanne Poore
Jan 17, 2025
Jeanne Poore, a cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, at the age of 82. Born on June 25, 1942, in Washington County, Kansas. Jeanne was a beacon of love, resilience, and creativity throughout her life.
An accomplished quilter, Jeanne's hands crafted countless pieces that not only warmed bodies but also hearts,...
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