Obituaries
Local Obituaries for families in Shawnee, Kansas and surrounding communities of Johnson County, Shawnee Mission, and the greater Kansas City area.
Lucille Josephine Nachbar
Aug 9, 2014
Lucille Josephine Nachbar went to her eternal reward on August 9th, 2014.
Lucille was born on May 11th, 1924, in Kansas City, Missouri and lived her entire life in Merriam, Shawnee, and Lenexa, Kansas. She married the love of her life, Fred Nachbar, on May 4th, 1949 and together they raised three children, Cindy, Fred,...
Shirley Mae Pemberton
Aug 7, 2014
Shirley Mae Pemberton, 84, of Shawnee, passed away Thursday, August 7, 2014 at the Sweet Life of Shawnee.
Shirley was born February 23, 1930 to the late Henry Carl and Mamie Marie Swanson in Duluth, Minnesota. She graduated from Westport High School in 1946. After graduation, Shirley enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserves....
Sherri L. Jones
Aug 1, 2014
Sherri L. Jones, 48 of Kansas City, Kansas passed away August 1, 2014. Sherri was born May 29, 1966 in Kansas City, Kansas to David and Frances Jones. She is survived by her parents, daughter, Carrie (Joseph Sterling) and Callie Jones, son, Brent Lidtke, a significant other, Scott Lidtke. Sherri was preceded in death by her grandparents,...
Charles William Larson
Aug 1, 2014
Charles William Larson, 88 of Overland Park, Kansas passed away August 1, 2014. Charles was born March 7, 1926 in Verona, Missouri to Sanfert and Bertha Larson. He is survived by his son, Gilbert (Ya) Larson, sisters; Myra Jenks and Segrid Murphy, brother, Phillip Larson, granddaughter, Qian Wan, great-grandson, Charlie Jin. Charles was preceded in death by...
Rodonna Lea Middleton
Jul 30, 2014
Rodonna "Donni" Lea Flores-Middleton, 45 of Shawnee, Kansas passed away July 30, 2014. Donni was born May 10, 1969 in Wichita, Kansas to Robert and Donna Flores. She is survived by her parents, daughter, Miranda Middleton, sisters; Laura Flores, Marie Flores-Yeary. There are no services scheduled at this time.
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Marjorie Jean Spurrier Sirridge M.D.
Jul 30, 2014
Marjorie Jean Spurrier Sirridge M.D., 92, passed away peacefully in the presence of family at North Kansas City Hospital, on July 30, 2014. Cremation and private family services. Dr. Sirridge lived a highly satisfying and diverse life as a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, friend, author, dedicated physician, teacher and mentor. The family suggests contributions to The Endowed...
Marylyn R. Martin
Jul 30, 2014
Marylyn R. Martin, 93, of Lenexa, Kansas passed away July 30, 2014. Marylyn was born October 12, 1920, in Denver, Colorado and was raised in Salida, Colorado. She was a long time resident of Craig and Grand Junction and worked as the benefits manager for City Market prior to retiring in 1985 after 25 years. After retiring,...
Mary C. Abts
Jul 30, 2014
Mary C. Abts, 100, Overland Park, died Wednesday, July 30, 2014 of natural causes. Mary lived a full, good life, and was beloved by family and friends, many of whom helped her celebrate her 100th birthday this past January. Mary was born Jan. 16, 1914 in Iola, Kansas to Morris H. and Catherine Abts. She graduated from the University...
Thomas G. Coleman
Jul 28, 2014
Thomas G. Coleman, 71, of Shawnee, KS, passed away Monday, July 28, 2014 at his home after a courageous battle with cancer.
Tom was born in Kansas City, MO. He served in the Naval Air Reserves. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Knights of Columbus. He was an...
Keith Wallace Harmison
Jul 28, 2014
Keith W. Harmison, 66 of Olathe, Kansas passed away July 28, 2014. Keith was born May 23, 1948 in Denver, Colorado to Glen and Dorothy Harmison. He is survived by his wife Carol, daughter, Jennifer (Joseph) Boyd, son, Keith (Alisa) Harmison. Sisters; Janet Smith, Joan Kronawitter, six grandchildren; Joseph, Madison, Cassidy Boyd, Jacquelyn, Bryona Mullaley, and Aiden...
Edward Joseph Buckman
Jul 27, 2014
Edward Joseph Buckman, 86, Shawnee, KS passed away Sunday, July 27, 2014 at his home, surrounded by his family.
Edward was born July 29, 1927 in Kansas City, KS to Paul T. and Aletha Buckman. He was a lifelong Shawnee resident. Edward attended St. Joseph High School. He was a veteran of the...
Maxine Evans Ruder
Jul 26, 2014
Maxine Evans Ruder, Overland Park, KS passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014 at her home.
Maxine was born May 2, 1926 in Moberly, MO, one of 13 children. She was a graduate of Michigan City High School, Michigan City, IN. Maxine lived in Raytown for 37 years during her marriage to George H....
Mary Virginia Malone
Jul 25, 2014
Mary Virginia Malone, 84, Shawnee, KS passed away Friday, July 25, 2014 at the Sweet Life at Brookdale, Shawnee, KS. Mary was born June 17, 1930 in Kansas City, MO to John T. and Beatrice C. Currigan. She attended Hogan High School. Mary was executive secretary for the Carpenters District Council of Kansas City and Vicinity for...
Christopher Michael Muse
Jul 22, 2014
Christopher Michael Muse, 26, Kansas City, KS passed away Tuesday, July 22, 2014 at Centerpoint Medical Center, Independence, MO.
Chris was born Nov. 6, 1987 in Kansas City, MO to Michael and Deborah Muse. He was a 2006 graduate of Shawnee Mission North High School and attended Pittsburg State University. He enjoyed working...
John James Riscoe
Jul 21, 2014
John James Riscoe, 90, Overland Park, KS passed away Monday, July 21, 2014 at Villa St. Francis, Olathe, KS surrounded by his wife and family.
John was born, December 29, 1923 in Kansas City, MO to Cyril and Nell Riscoe. He was a 1941 graduate of De La Salle High School and earned...
Karen Sue Blessing-Miller
Jul 21, 2014
Karen Sue Blessing Miller, 64 of Shawnee, Kansas passed away July 21, 2014. Karen was born September 15, 1949 in Harrisburg, Illinois to Carl and Flora Blessing. She is survived by her daughter, Christin (Doug) Vossen son, Paul (Andrea) Miller, brother, Carl (Evelyn) Blessing Jr., grandchildren; Katelyn, Taylor, Jacob, Samuel, Carson, Reese. Karen was preceded in death...
Mary “June” Trice
Jul 19, 2014
Mary "June" Trice, 89, of Shawnee, KS passed away peacefully at Kansas City Hospice House on Saturday, July 19, 2014 after a dignified battle with lung cancer and COPD. June was born June 12, 1925 in Dublin, TX, the second of five children born to Carl and Velma Sanders. June graduated from North Texas State University in...
Dan R. Tribble
Jul 19, 2014
Dan R. Tribble, 88, of Overland Park, KS, passed away July 19, 2014. He was born March 6, 1926 in Kennett, MO to Elmer and Ethel (Jones) Tribble. He graduated from high school in Memphis, TN. Dan joined the US Navy at the age of 17 and served during...
Carolyn L. Heinz
Jul 15, 2014
Carolyn L. Heinz, 72, of Shawnee, KS passed away July 15, 2014. She was born Feb. 6, 1942 in Hoisington, KS to Frank and Isabella Riedel. She graduated from Otis High School in Otis, KS. She was united in marriage to Thomas L. Heinz on Aug. 5th, 1961. Carolyn retired from Coke Cola after 32 years. She...
Shirley W. Ray
Jul 14, 2014
Shirley W. Ray of Olathe, KS passed away at home after a long illness July 14, 2014. She was born April 12, 1926 to Warren and Florence (Ulrich) Watkins in Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her husband, U. James Ray, her parents, and brothers; Kenneth, Maynard, and Wilfred Watkins. She is survived by her...






