Obituary Archive

March 16, 1982 — May 28, 2026 Hume, Missouri Adam Leland Swarens, age 44, Hume, Missouri ,passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, May 28, 2026. He was a devout man of God & a very civic minded person. He served on the Hume Volunteer Fire Department, Hume City Council, Hume Lions Club and Hume Booster Club. Adam was born on March 16, 1982 in Nevada, Missouri, the biological son of Chad Rees and Pam Swarens. He was raised by his maternal grandparents, Wilma and Donald S

July 11, 1954 — May 7, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Theodore Wayne "Ted" Wolf, age 71, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026. He was born on July 11, 1954 in Baltimore, Maryland, the son of Theodore B. and Opal Knightstep Wolf. He worked in sales and distribution in retails sales. Ted was good at problem solving and fixing things. He was preceded in death by his parents. Ted is survived by daughter Jamie Wolf and husband John Bratka, and three brothers, Les Haught Jr., Fred Wolf and

April 18, 1946 — May 28, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas Clara Mae “Butch” Heflin passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 27, 2026, having just celebrated her 80th birthday. She was born in Pinckneyville, Illinois, on April 18, 1946. The second eldest daughter of 12 children, Butch grew up with her siblings in Southern Illinois and eventually moved to Kansas with her first three children, Gerry, Tammy, and Jeff. She married her husband, Les Heflin, in 1971, with whom she had her fina

January 19, 1968 — May 28, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas David Wayne Henderson, affectionately known as “Bubba,” was born on January 19, 1968, in Lawrence, Kansas, to Thomas and Romona (Krische) Henderson. He attended Warsaw High School and graduated with the Class of 1986. Following high school, David worked for Forbes Land Development before joining Operators Local Union 101. He also worked the pipeline for Michaels and spent time working at Lucas Oil Speedway. David had many clo

August 4, 1929 — May 26, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Roberta Louise Childers, age 96, formerly of La Cygne, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1929, in Linn County, Kansas, the daughter of Theodore R. and Jessie L. Wade Reynolds. She graduated from Pleasanton High School. She enjoyed traveling. Her working career involved being a nursing home administrator at several facilities. She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Robert Reynold

December 4, 1950 — May 21, 2026 Lee's Summit, Missouri Jackie Ray “Jack” Harris, 75, passed away on May 21, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of service, dedication, and memories that will be cherished by all who knew and loved him. Jack dedicated much of his life to serving others through military and law enforcement service. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force as a Vietnam Veteran before beginning a distinguished career in law enforcement. He serve

G August 6, 1942 — May 25, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas George W. Ernst, III passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. He was born on August 6, 1942 in Kansas City, Kansas the son of George Ernst II and Mildred Ernst. He graduated from Rosedale High School. He worked as an electrician before retirement and was a member of IBEW Local #124. George enjoyed taking entertaining and making people feel at home. He is survived by a stepson Mark Hill and wife Rhonda; three grandchildren, Han

February 12, 1933 — May 16, 202s La Cygne, Kansas Ruth Ellen Stainbrook, age 93, La Cygne, Kansas, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2026. She was born on February 12, 1933, at home to Fred and Lucy Henderson Carothers. She graduated from La Cygne High School in 1950 where she was a cheerleader and homecoming queen. Ruth Ellen was united in marriage to Wilbur Lee Stainbrook on August 16, 1950. She worked for Business Men's Assurance Company, Braemore Sewing, and as a cook for Pra

January 17, 1952 — May 13, 2026 Mound City, Kansas Gary Wayne Simpson, age 74, Mound City, Kansas passed away Wednesday, May 13, 2026. He was born on January 17, 1952, in Mound City, Kansas, the son of Kenneth and Maxine Davis Simpson. He graduated from Mound City High School. Gary was united in marriage to Mary Self on April 17, 1971. Gary and Mary owned and ran Moto Power Gas and Oil for many years. He then went to work as a custodian at Jayhawk-Linn High School. Gary enjoy

June 9, 1937 — April 25, 2026 Paola, Kansas On Saturday, April 25, 2026, Henry “Hank” Frank Boedicker of Paola, Kansas, passed away at Homestead Assisted Living in Paola. He was blessed with amazing people who helped him live gracefully over the last four years. “The two most important days in your life are the day you are born, and the day you find out why.” Hank’s “why” was to live, laugh, and love. He was very good at all three. You may have heard one of his famous one-lin

January 26, 1933 – May 11, 2026 William Alvin “Bill” Good, 93, Nevada, Mo., passed away on Monday, May 11, 2026, at home with his family by his side following a brief illness. Bill was born January 26, 1933, in Merwin, Mo., to Ralph Russell and Hayden Frances (Williamson) Good. He married Donna Louise Stainbrook on September 27, 1953, at the Stainbrook family farm and she survives of the home. Bill grew up in Mound City, Kan., and graduated from Mound City High School with th

April 16, 1961 — May 4, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Brian Allen Rosendahl, age 65 of La Cygne, Kansas, passed away at his home on Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born the son of Glen H. and Faye Rosendahl on April 16, 1961, at Fort Dodge, Iowa. He worked in construction over the years and enjoyed riding his three wheeler, boating, fishing, watching movies. He was a true outdoorsman and loved living the simple off of the grid lifestyle. Brian was preceded in death by his parents; fi

October 27, 1955 — May 3, 2026 Ottawa, Kansas Michael Lee Hermreck passed away May 3, 2026, at the age of 70 years, 6 months, and 7 days. Mike was born on October 27, 1955, in Nowata, Oklahoma, to William A. and Norma Lee Hermreck. He grew up in Osawatomie, Kansas, where his father worked at Taylor Forge in Paola and his parents, Bill and Norma, owned The Shoe Box for many years. Mike was active in both the First Presbyterian Church in Osawatomie and Saddleback Church in Cali

October 28, 1983 — May 4, 2026 Paola, KS Quenton Jeremain Stilson, age 42, of Paola, Kansas, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026. He was born October 28, 1983, in Aurora, Illinois, one of two children born to Eugene Reed and Donna Stilson. He shared a close bond with his older sister, Tawana. Quenton moved to the Paola area from Millington, Tennessee, nearly 20 years ago and made it his home. On October 24, 2016, he married the love of his life, Shelbey Penn, in Linn Valley, Kans

May 13, 1932 — May 1, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas John Marvin Arnold, age 93, of Sugar Valley Lakes near Mound City, Kansas, passed away, Friday, May 1, 2026. He was born on May 13, 1932 in Worland, Missouri, the son of John F. and Ruth Mullis Arnold. Marvin, the youngest of three children, and his family moved to a farm house east of Pleasanton at one-and-one-half years old. In 1952 he was united in marriage to Donna Grimsley. To this union, four children were born. Marvin

January 23, 1933 — April 30, 2026 Mound City, Kansas Frank Leroy Harlow, 93, of Mound City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026. Frank was born on January 23, 1933, in Leavenworth, Kansas, to Charles and Katherine (Lietzen) Harlow. He graduated from Mound City High School in 1951, beginning a life defined by quiet strength, steady commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility to those around him. On August 22, 1952, he married Ruth Stanbrough, and together they

May 21, 1943 — April 30, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Joyce Elaine Sergent lived her life exactly the way she wished others would live theirs—with kindness, generosity, attention, and grace. Proudest of all was her quiet conviction to help others. She was a caregiver to her core, and everyone who knew her felt it. Born May 21, 1943, in Kansas City, Missouri, Joyce was the daughter of Kit Carson Leasure, Jr. and Irene Elizabeth (Day) Leasure. She grew up alongside her beloved siste

October 14, 1940 — April 26, 2026 Fontana Clyde Rookstool, 85, of Fontana, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home with family on April 26, 2026. As the root of our family, he grounded us with love and wisdom. His light will be deeply missed, but what he planted in us will remain. Clyde was born at home on October 14, 1940 in Parker, Kansas to Grace Cornett Rookstool and Frank Rookstool. Clyde attended school at Hawkeye one room schoolhouse and other schools. He graduated from

January 22, 1959 — April 26, 2026 Prescott, Kansas Dianne Lynn Harris, 67, of Prescott, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at Saint Luke's Hospital, Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family and friends. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to your local animal rescue in memory of Dianne.

May 5, 1940 — April 25, 2026 Paola, KS The son of Lourrine (Linden) and Homer McBroom, Donald “Don” McBroom, 85, of Paola, Kansas, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, April 25, 2026. He was born on a Native American reservation in Pawnee, Oklahoma, and moved to Kansas at the age of 18. He made Paola his home for more than 40 years. Don spent his life working as a skilled machinist, employed by companies including Koch Refrigeration, Midwest Metal Products, and SOR

October 5, 1943 – April 26, 2026 Edward Lee Umphenour, 82 of Pleasanton, KS passed away on April 26, 2026. Edward Lee was a man with a recognizable voice and has been referred to as the voice of Linn County. He was born to Edward and Katherine Dunavan Umphenour on Oct. 5, 1943, at their rural home in Pleasanton, Ks. He was the oldest of 7 children. Edward Lee went to a country school, Green Valley, through the 8th grade. He then attended high school in Pleasanton, where he gr

September 24, 1931 — April 24, 2026 Blue Mound, Kansas Emily Donnell Brown Tinsley left her worldly home to be with the Lord on Friday, April 24, 2026. Donnell was born September 24, 1931, in Texon, Texas to Lone Jewel and Dixie Belle Cox Brown. When Donnell was 18 years old, she took a bus from San Angelo, Texas, to Fort Scott, Kansas, to marry Kenneth Leroy Tinsley. Donnell and Kenneth were married on December 12, 1949, and made their home for 76 years in Bourbon and Linn

September 25, 1941 — April 24, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas David E. "Tex" Ware, age 84 of Osawatomie, KS, died Friday April 24, 2026, at North Point in Paola. David was the first born child of Donald E and Lady Sue (Jackson) Ware on September 25, 1941 in Aurora, MO. He grew up in Hoisington and Great Bend, Kansas, graduating with the Great Bend High School class of 1959. After graduation he enlisted into the United States Air Force, stationed in Texas. Upon returning to Great B

February 6, 1956 — April 22, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas (Published in the Linn County Journal on April 24, 2026.)

October 19, 1952 — April 22, 2026 Danny Paul Abraham, age 73, Blue Mound, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026. He was born on October 19, 1952, in Clinton, Missouri, the son of Leo and Etta Lou Wisdom Abraham. He graduated from Ballard High School and then graduated from Pittsburg State University Vocational Technical School. Danny was united in marriage to Mary Hyson on January 3, 1974. He owned and operated Linn County Machine Shop for thirty years. He worked for

December 23, 1952 — April 15, 2026 Berryton, Kansas David T. Staniec was born December 23, 1952 passed away April 15th, 2026 at Prairie Wind Senior Living in Berryton, KS at the age of 73. He is survived by his 3 children, David (Cande) Staniec, Michael Staniec, Stephanie (Tony) Boyden, 8 Grandchildren and 4 Great-Grandchildren. Per David's request he has been cremated. No services are planned at this time. Arrangements: Schneider Funeral Home and Crematory, Mound City Cha

July 22, 1934 — April 18, 2026 Kansas City, Kansas Marjorie Obermeier, a cherished daughter, devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at the age of 91. Born on July 22, 1934, in Burlington, Kansas, Marjorie was the beloved daughter of Carry and Goldie Macoubrie. Her life was a testament to love, resilience, and dedication, leaving a lasting legacy for her family and all who knew her. Marjorie's early years were

April 29, 1944 – April 15, 2026 Velma Fay (Cline) Peterson was born to Roy Albert and Lucy Edith Marie (Brown) Cline on April 29, 1944. She was born on the Kansas side of the State Line Road on a little farm called The Star Dairy. The farm is east of Pleasanton. The family moved to Prescott, where Velma started school. She attended Prescott schools for nine years; the family then moved to Mound City, where Velma went for three years and finished school. She met Jerry Peterson

February 14, 1950 — April 12, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Robert Alan “Bob” Williams, age 76, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026, at The University of Kansas–Olathe. Bob was born February 14, 1950, in Shelbyville, Indiana. He grew up and later built a life centered around faith and the simple joys that brought him happiness. On June 16, 2010, Bob was united in marriage to Norma Jean (Dade) Raper at the Old Stone Church in Osawatomie. The couple made their h

May 15, 1955 — March 16, 2026 Walter Neal Brown, age 70 of Mapelton, Kansas, passed away on March 16th at the Overland Park Regional Hospital. (Cremation) Walter was born on May 15, 1955, in Paola, Kansas to Roy Thurman Brown and Bonnie Swogar Brown. He graduated from Osawatomie in 1973. He worked in construction most of his adult life for several companies before retiring. He enjoyed visiting with family and friends and never met a stranger. He especially enjoyed riding his

January 30, 1957 — April 13, 2026 Centerville, Kansas Bruce Lynn Jeffers, age 69, of rural Centerville, Kansas, and recently from the Kansas Veteran’s Home in Winfield, Kansas, passed away on April 12, 2026, from a prolonged traumatic brain injury incurred very likely from poison ivy smoke from a wildfire in April 2011. Born on January 30, 1957, in Manhattan, Kansas, Bruce was a great brother, son and friend to many in his several positions and hobbies. He had a passion for p

November 24, 1952 — April 7, 2026 Paola, Kansas Cathy Diane (Boone) Miller, age 73, of Paola, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home with her children by her side on Monday, April 7, 2026. She was born on November 24, 1952, the daughter of Irvin and Esther Croghan Boone in Arcadia, California. She later moved to La Cygne, Kansas, where she spent most of her life. She then married, Myron Coons and moved to Olathe, Kansas, and had two children, Jason Coons and Kim Coons. Sh

December 1, 1955 – April 10, 2026 Vernon Lee Ross, age 70, Pleasanton, Kansas, passed away Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born on December 1, 1955, in Fort Scott, Kansas, the son of Verne and Ruth Bernice Gilmore Ross. Vern was in the last class to graduate from Blue Mound High School. He was a carpenter by trade and was a member of the Carpenters Union Local #714. He was united in marriage to Penny Spickler. Vern liked to hunt and fish. He also enjoyed riding his motorc

July 6, 1950 — April 4, 2026 Paola, Kansas It is with deep sorrow we announce Jan L. Wooddell, age 75, of Paola, Kansas, passed away Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her home. Jan was born July 6, 1950, in Shawnee, Kansas, the third of four children born to Marsden N. and Greta D. (Spitzli) Thomas. She grew up in the Shawnee Mission area and graduated from Shawnee Mission North High School. Jan worked for the Overland Park Police Department for a number of years until her marriage

November 3, 1956 — April 3, 2026 Garnett, Kansas Kathy Jo Kraus was born November 3rd, 1956, in Paola, Kansas, to Joe Kraus and Alice (Weatherbie) Wheeler. She grew up in Lane, Kansas, where she attended schools in Lane and at Central Heights. She graduated from Central Heights High School with the class of 1975. Kathy was united in marriage to Dennis Fredricks in Ottawa, Kansas May 13th, 1978. To this union one daughter, Amber Denise, was born. Their marriage ended in divorc

MAY 28, 1944 – APRIL 1, 2026 Howard Chaney Herrmann, age 81, Blue Mound, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Graveside service will be 11 a.m. Friday, April 10, 2026, at the Pleasant View Cemetery , Blue Mound. Visitation will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Schneider Funeral Home, Mound City Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Blue Moon Youth Center or Good Shepherd Hospice. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfuneral

October 24, 1958 – March 26, 2026 Mapleton Kellie Jo Harvey, age 57, of Mapleton, Kansas, passed away as a result of a motor vehicle accident on March 26, 2026. She was born on October 24, 1968, the daughter of Bill and Linda Brown Allen. Kellie graduated from Prairie View High School in May of 1987. She attended Pittsburg State University and majored in nursing. She worked at Mount Carmel Medical Center in Pittsburg, Kansas, through college and beyond. She was a member of P

April 9, 1979 — March 23, 2026 Mound City, Kansas Tevina Marie Eicher, age 46, Mound City, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 23, 2026. A benefit dinner will be held 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 26, 2026, at the Sugar Valley Lakes Club House. A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. April 4, 2026, to celebrate Tevina and her recently deceased mother, Vickie. The gathering will be held at the First Baptist Church, Mound City. Memorial contributions are suggested to Tevin

June 28, 1940 – March 19, 2026 Julia Pearl (Ginger) Gardner, 85, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away March 19, 2026. Ginger was born on June 28, 1940 in Kansas City, Kansas. She was the daughter of David E. Bloodgood Sr. and Dorothy (Nora) Bloodgood. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Robert M. Gardner; daughter Denise R Zuniga; son Delbert (Charlie) Douglas Jr.; and brother David Bloodgood Jr. She is survived her son Richard (Rick) Douglas and his wife, Roxie.

February 14, 1934 — March 19, 2026 Blue Mound, Kansas Carlene Kastl, age 92, Blue Mound, Kansas ,passed away Thursday, March 19, 2026. Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the Blue Mound Bible Church. Burial will be in Sunny Slope Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday , March 23, at the Schneider Funeral Home, Mound City Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Blue Moon Youth Center or Phoenix Hospice. Online condolences

May 2, 1934 — December 15, 2025 Bernard E. “Gene” Post, 91, of Mound City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025. Born on May 2, 1934, in Mound City, Kansas, he lived a life marked by generosity, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to his family. Gene was the owner of the Post Body Shop in Mound City, Kansas, for thirty-five years, where he was known for his integrity, work ethic, and the kindness he showed to everyone he met. Outside of work, he found joy i

December 1, 1941 — March 9, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Donna Jean Smith, age 84, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026. Donna was born December 1, 1941, in Osawatomie, Kansas. She was the third of five children born to Wendell and Dorothy (Orr) Turner. She grew up in Osawatomie and graduated with the Osawatomie High School Class of 1959. On January 16, 1967, Donna and Clarence Smith were united in marriage in Paola, Kansas. Five children were born to this unio

November 2, 1969 — March 9, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Justin Dion Smith, age 56, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away Monday, March 9, 2026. Justin was born November 2, 1969, in Paola, Kansas. He was the fourth of five children born to Clarence James and Donna Jean (Turner) Smith. He grew up in Osawatomie and attended school there, graduating with the Osawatomie High School Class of 1988. Following high school, Justin enlisted in the United States Navy, where he proudly served hi

February 5, 1945 — March 12, 2026 David DeWayne Fuhrman, Age 81, of Bronson, Kansas passed away at home on March 12, 2026. DeWayne was born to George and Bertha (Perry) Fuhrman on February 5, 1945, in Fort Scott, Kansas. He attended Uniontown High School graduating with the class of 1963. After high school he furthered his education at Fort Scott community college for general studies. DeWayne married Deanna Umphenour on June 6, 1964 in Pleasanton, Kansas. This union was bless

May 28, 1944 — March 7, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Dale Eugene Prothe, age 81, Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away Saturday, March 7, 2026. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Block, Kansas. Burial will be in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. to service time at the Church. Memorial contributions are suggested to American Legion Post #156. Online condolences can be left at www.eddybirchard.com .