Colleen "Coco" Keagy
Jun 23, 2025
Colleen "Coco" Keagy, born June 20, 1958, in Roaring Spring, Pennsylvania, decided it was time for the ultimate adventure as she peacefully exited this world on June 23, 2025, in Lenexa, Kansas, at the age of 67.
Colleen was a mental health advocate of the finest order, championing awareness with her usual flair and a sprinkle of humor that could brighten...
Delbert Bethke
Jun 22, 2025
Delbert “Del” Ellsworth Bethke, 76, beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, died peacefully surrounded by his family at Advent Health Shawnee Mission Hospital, Merriam, KS on June 22, 2025. Despite being diagnosed with incurable neuroendocrine cancer 14 years ago, he led an active life, made possible through KU’s monthly treatments, until the last two days of his life when his...
Timothy Brian Steele
Jun 21, 2025
Timothy Brian Steele, affectionately known as Tim, passed away peacefully from natural causes on June 21, 2025, in Merriam, Kansas. He was born on March 21, 1959, in Hartford, Connecticut, and lived a life full of kindness and compassion, reaching the age of 66.
Tim was a man of many talents and interests. His career spanned several fields, including his time...
Frederick W. Raybourn
Jun 20, 2025
Frederick “Fred” W. Raybourn, age 85, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2025, after a courageous battle with kidney disease. Born on March 8, 1940, in Appleton City, Missouri, Fred grew up on a farm with his five brothers and sisters.
Fred proudly served in the United States Marine Corps, an experience that shaped his steadfast character and deepened his commitment...
Kay Connie Carter
Jun 20, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kay C. (Kreeck) Carter, 90, of Kansas City, Kansas, who peacefully departed this life on the afternoon of Friday, June 20, 2025, at her home, surrounded by her beloved family.
Kay was born on March 23, 1935, in Eldorado, Kansas, to Neil and Zelda (Johnson) Kreeck. She met and married...
Jeanne Bakely
Jun 20, 2025
Jeanne Bakely, 95, died peacefully June 20, 2025.
She was born Jeanne Carolyn Flagg August 10, 1929 in Westville New Jersey, the daughter of William and Carolyn (Messick) Flagg.
She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 66 years, Rev. Donald C Bakely, her sons Stephen and Matthew, and two sisters and two brothers.
She is survived by five children, Paul, Claudia, Peter...
Janice Y. Jones
Jun 19, 2025
Janice Yvonne Jones, 86, died June 19, 2025 in Kansas City, Kansas. She was born in Avon, South Dakota to Bertha Frederick and Edwin Beck on July 3, 1938, and grew up on the farm. She had grit and tenacity and believed anything could be accomplished with elbow grease and determination. She graduated from Delmont High School as a state...
Rosemary Cannizzaro Pittman
Jun 14, 2025
Rosemary Cannizzaro Pittman “Mrs. C” passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, at her home with her family by her side.
Rosemary was born on December 11, 1940, in Newton, Massachusetts, to Edward & Mary Ellen Flaherty. She pursued her passion for nursing, graduating from Catherine Labouré School of Nursing in Boston in 1961. She continued her nursing education at Boston...
Robert M. Wilson
Jun 13, 2025
Robert "Rob" M. Wilson, born February 18, 1968, in Shawnee, Kansas, passed away June 13, 2025, at age 57, Rob left behind a legacy of kindness, laughter, and passion that inspired all who knew him.
Rob's journey through life was marked by a steadfast love of God and a deep passion for baseball. An outstanding player with an impeccable understanding of...
Ralph Brightwell
Jun 10, 2025
Ralph Eugene Brightwell, born on November 8, 1935, in Kansas City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2025, surrounded by family.
Ralph was a man of many talents and even more interests. He spent his career shaping young minds as a high school teacher, coach, and guidance counselor. If you were lucky enough to be his student, you knew that...
Guiseppe "Joe" Antonio Betta
Jun 10, 2025
Guiseppe “Joe” Antonio Betta, 87, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away on June 10, 2025 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center. Born January 17, 1938 in Johnstown, PA to the late Mario and Santina (Pincheri) Betta of Quecreek, PA. He is preceded in death by his two brothers, Giuseppe and Mario; and three sisters, Lydia Peiffer, Inez Pero, and Alice Bowers....
John Cannon Lutz
Jun 9, 2025
John C. Lutz, 55, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away on June 9, 2025. He was born on April 17, 1970, in Kansas City, Missouri.
John worked as a master plumber, where he took pride in his work and helped countless people over the years. He was known for being skillful, hardworking, and always willing to lend a hand.
He enjoyed all things...
Wayne E. Barnhart
Jun 8, 2025
Wayne E. Barnhart February 27, 1946 - June 8, 2025Roeland Park, Kansas - Wayne E. Barnhart, age 79, of Roeland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on June 8, 2025, surrounded by family.
Wayne was born on February 27, 1946, in Ottawa, Kansas to Everett and Mary Barnhart and attended Seaman High School in Topeka, Kansas. Wayne spent his...
Marian K Smith
Jun 8, 2025
Marian K. Smith, 88, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2025. She was born on March 7, 1937, in Sioux City, Iowa, to Floyd and Marian Kruse. She married her high school sweetheart, Charles W. Smith on June 6, 1959.
Marian is survived by her children, Allison (Gary) Ewing of Lenexa, KS, Sarah Jensen of Rochester, IL, Greg...
Kyle Richard Oddo
Jun 8, 2025
Kyle Richard Oddo, born on August 25, 1983, in Mission, Kansas, went to be with the Lord on June 8, 2025, at the age of 41. He left this world peacefully at his home in Overland Park, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love, and an impressive ability to strike up a conversation with just about anyone.
A graduate of...
Douglas Stine
Jun 6, 2025
Douglas Alan Stine, known as ‘Doug’, was born on November 7th, 1968, in Kansas City to Dick and Kathy Stine. He passed away at KC Hospice House on June 6th 2025 after a long battle with cancer. He spent most of his time during his illness with his parents under their care. Doug attended Santa Fe Trail Elementary School, Milburn...
Rosalind "Rose" Irene Townsend
Jun 6, 2025
Rosalind Irene Townsend, affectionately known as Rose, decided that the adventure called life was ready for a comedic curtain call on June 6, 2025, in Overland Park, KS. Born on July 19, 1943, in Bonner Springs, KS, she graced this world with her infectious laughter for a vibrant 81 years.
Preceded in departure by her father, Claude Miller; mother, Lena Laws;...
Sarah Farquhar
Jun 4, 2025
Sarah Farquhar, age 70, passed away on June 4, 2025, in Shawnee, KS. She leaves behind a legacy of vibrant humor, steadfast perseverance, and an uncanny ability to keep life colorful—both literally and figuratively.
Born on August 7, 1954, Sarah was a master in her craft as a Color Control Technician in the world of Ink Technologies. Her professional life was...
Gerald Thomas
Jun 4, 2025
Gerald (Jerry) Edward Thomas of Shawnee, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, June 4, 2025 following his battle with Alzheimer’s. Jerry was born on September 1, 1942 to John “Hoyt” Thomas and Opal (Osborn) Thomas in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Jerry was the second youngest of five boys which included Dwain, John, Tom and Harold.
The family moved from Tahlequah to Pearcy, Arkansas in...
Luis Antonio Navidad
Jun 2, 2025
Luis Antonio Navidad Hernández, born on February 16, 2002, in Kansas City, Kansas, left us far too soon on June 2, 2025, at the age of 23.
Luis was a bright and spirited young man who filled every moment of his life with joy and pursuit. A graduate who had received a full ride to Baker High School as a freshman,...