Obituary Archive

January 24, 1948 — August 7, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Mary Alice Macek, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on August 7, 2026, leaving behind a beautiful legacy of love, family, faith, and cherished memories. Mary Alice was born on January 24, 1948, the youngest of four children to Francis "Mac" and Alice McBride. She was blessed with three older brothers, Clem (Caroline), Leo (Stella), and Roger (Sylvia) McBride, with whom sh

June 11, 1953 — August 5, 2026 Ottawa, Kansas Robert E. Stanbrough, age 73, a resident of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, August 5, 2026, at AdventHealth in Ottawa. He was born June 11, 1953, in Hawaii (or as he was happy to tell everyone, before Hawaii was a state), the son of Charlene and the late Eugene Stanbrough. Robert graduated from Pleasanton High School in 1971 and attended Kansas State University where he graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Agric

January 12, 1939 — August 6, 2026 Hume, Missouri Freda Mae Elledge, of Raytown, Missouri, formerly of Hume, Missouri, age 87, passed away Thursday, August 6, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1939, in Hume, Missouri, the daughter of Paul Kenneth and Zelma Lucindia Davidson Foote. She spent most of her working career as secretary for the Meyer Boulevard United Methodist Church. She liked to crochet and oil paint. Freda is survived by two sons, Lyn Elledge and wife Melodie, and

October 14, 1941 — August 8, 2026 Cherokee, Kansas Clara Mae Rees, age 84, Cherokee, Kansas, passed away Saturday, August 8, 2026. Mass of Christian Burial will be 11 a.m. Saturday, August 15, 2026, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Galena, Kansas. Burial will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Mapleton, Kansas, Cemetery. The Rosary will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. before Mass on Saturday at St. Patrick. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Bridget Catholic Church. The funds will be

March 3, 1985 — July 31, 2026 John Randy Joseph Alan Parker, age 41 of Redfield, Kansas formerly of Pleasanton, Kansas passed away as the result of an accident on July 31, 2026. Celebration of Life visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m., Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at the Schneider Funeral Home, Pleasanton Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to Core Recovery. (Published in the Linn County Journal on August 7, 2026.)

July 30, 1948 — August 6, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Janice Elaine (Hay) Cherry, age 78, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Olathe Medical Center. Full obituary will follow when available. Graveside service is planned 10 a.m. Tuesday August 11, 2026 at Quaker Cemetery.

February 20, 1933 — August 4, 2026 Lennie Dean Crooks, 93, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, at Louisburg Health and Rehab. Funeral Service will be Friday, August 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Mound City, Kansas. Visitation will be at the church from 1:00 p.m. until service time. Burial of cremains will be in Fort Scott National Cemetery at a later date. The family suggests memorial contributions to Mound City Library. (Published in the Linn County J

June 23, 1970 — August 2, 2026 James "Jim" C. Davis, age 56 of Hume, Missouri, passed away at his home on Sunday, August 2, 2026. Memorial Service will be held at 6:30 p.m., Friday, August 7, 2026, at the Hume Christian Church. Visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. until service time. Memorial are suggested to Sadie Davis education. (Published in the Linn County Journal on August 3, 2026.)

March 22, 1932 — July 31, 2026 Helen Marie Clark, age 94, passed away Friday, July 31, 2026. She was born on March 22, 1932, in Arma, Kansas, the daughter of John and Loretta Chiappetta Data. She graduated from the Ursuline Academy and then attended Fort Scott Mercy School of Nursing where she obtained her Registered Nurse Certification. She then worked with William Justus MD for forty-eight years. Helen was united in marriage to Robert "Porky" Clark on September 3, 1953. She

July 28, 1933 — July 29, 2026 Linn Valley, Kansas Norma Lee Pease, age 93, Linn Valley, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, July 29, 2026. She was born on July 28, 1933, in Miami County, Kansas, the daughter of Paul Weisner Keith and Lottie May Hutton Keith. She graduated from La Cygne Rural High School in the Class of 1951. Norma was united in marriage to Harold Dean Pease on September 10, 1954. He preceded her in death on September 21, 2017. She was also preceded in death by a s

July 17, 1937 — July 30, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Daniel Robert Hoskins Jr., age 89 of Osawatomie, Kansas, died Thursday July 30. 2026, at his home. Dan was born on July 17, 1937, in Norwich, Kansas. He is the youngest and only son born to Daniel Robert Hoskins Sr. and Dorothy Marie (Wagoner) Hoskins. Dan grew up in Pittsburg, Kansas, where he attended College High School. Following graduation, he began his career working in the office at Dealers Transport before accepting a p

April 7, 1946 — July 20, 2026 Ronald Raymond Howard, age 80 of Pleasanton, Kansas, passed away on July 20, 2026, at the Olathe Medical Center. He was born the son of Melvin and Ruth Fischer Howard on April 7, 1946, in Hamburg, Iowa. Ron was an artist and studied first at the Kansas City Art Institute and then traveling to New York where he earned his master's degree. He loved working with his hands, not only sculpting with his artwork, but also in woodworking, fixing electric

August 23, 1965 – July 24, 2026 William Edgar "Eddie" Lehman, II, age 60, of Lawrence, KS, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at his residence. A celebration of life visitation will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home in Lawrence. Cremation will follow with inurnment to be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lawrence Humane Society and sent c/o Webb Family Funeral Service, 4069

April 26, 1961 — July 24, 2026 Vassar, Kansas Rex Leon Eastwood, age 65, of Vassar, Kansas, passed away on July 24, 2026. Rex was born on April 26, 1961, to Albert Eastwood and Shirley (Cornett) Eastwood. He graduated from Prairie View High School in 1979 before attending Parsons College, where he lettered in wrestling. In the Fall of 1985, Rex joined the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union and dedicated his career to the trade, working for Foley and McCarthy Companies until his r

February 26, 1931 — July 25, 2026 Parker, Kansas Willa Lou Querry passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Willa was born on February 25, 1931, in Parker, Kansas, to Luther and Elsie (Cornett) Brumley. She grew up in the Parker community and remained deeply connected to the area throughout her life. On February 19, 1950, she married Clyde Querry. Together, they shared more than 44 years of marriage before Clyde preceded her in death on October 1, 1994. Famil

August 31, 1941 — July 24, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Thomas Francis Moylan, age 84, La Cygne, Kansas, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026. Thomas Francis Moylan, age 84, La Cygne, Kansas, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026. He was born on August 31, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri, the son John and Loretta Lake Moylan. Tom was united in marriage to Rita Beach. She preceded him in death on December 31, 2012. Tom was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church and a lifelong memb

June 28, 1960 — July 23, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Linda Jo Hisel, age 66, of La Cygne, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 23, 2026. Born on June 28, 1960, in Olathe, Kansas, she was the beloved daughter of William and Shirley (Duncan) Chambers. Linda Jo lived a life centered on three things: Faith, Family, and Food. Her faith was steadfast, her family was her greatest blessing, and her love for cooking was one of the many ways she cared for others. The kitchen was

May 8, 1942 — July 21, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas William Lee "Bill" Anderson, age 84, Pleasanton, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026. He was born on May 8, 1942, in La Cygne, Kansas, the son of Clarence Edward and Lula Mae Morris Anderson. He worked for the City of Pleasanton for over forty years as the water superintendent. Bill was united in marriage to Sharon Kay York on May 16, 1964. He enjoyed mowing grass, and watching westerns and football. He was preceded

December 21, 1942 — July 13, 2026 Paola, Kansas Marjorie Wickoren, 83, of Paola, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026. Marjorie was born on December 21, 1942, in Walden, New York, to Eno Van Dam and Marjorie (Zwardt) Van Dam. On August 22, 1970, she married the love of her life, Dean Wickoren, in Walden, New York. Together they built a life centered on faith, family, and service, and were blessed with two sons, Daniel and Joel. Marjorie dedicated her career to cari

May 17, 1949 — Jul 12, 2026 Larry Michael York, age 77 of La Cygne, Kansas, died at Olathe Medical Center on July 12, 2026 from complications from heart surgery. He was born in Paola, Kansas on May 17, 1949, as the only child of Ruth (Long) and Donald York. Larry worked as a drywaller in area communities for many years. He spent all of his life in either La Cygne or Louisburg, Kansas and graduated from Prairie View High School. Larry was proud of his membership in the Sons of

May 4, 1979 – July 6, 2026 Blue Mound, Kansas Clinton Eugene Williams, age 47, Blue Mound, Kansas, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026. He was born on May 4, 1979, in Fort Scott, Kansas, the son of Donald and Judy McCollam Williams. He graduated from Jayhawk-Linn High School in the Class of 1997. He enjoyed fishing, coaching his daughters, watching football, and tinkering with his truck. He also liked being outdoors, farming and ranching. Clinton is survived by his three daughte

January 31, 1954 — July 3, 2026 Ann Elizabeth Quaintance, 72, died Friday, July 3, 2026, at Richmond Healthcare & Rehabilitation after a lengthy health battle. Ann was born on January 31, 1954, in Garnett, Kansas, to Donald and Phyllis (Singer) Quaintance. After Ann graduated from High School she attended Emporia State University where she graduated with a Bachelor's of Education. She taught school for one year and then went back to school at Kansas State University, graduati

September 10, 1984 — July 2, 2026 Edward "Eddie" Aaron Schultz Jr., age 41 of Centerville, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2026 as the result of an automobile accident. He was born the son of Edward Sr. and Melody Masuch Schultz on September 10, 1984, in Kansas City, Kansas. Eddie enjoyed shooting, going fishing and hunting, going on canoe float trips and most of all his family. Eddie is survived by his mother; a daughter, Hayley Schultz; two sons, Eddie Ethan S

December 5, 1950 — July 4, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Peggy Lou Morris, 75, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2026, at Research Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. Peggy was born on December 5, 1950, in Paola, Kansas, the third of five children born to Warren Harold and Edith Evelyn (Lease) Johnson. She grew up in Osawatomie and attended Osawatomie High School. At just 16 years old, Peggy began working at Friendship Manor, later known as Medicalodges of Pao

April 19, 1953 — July 6, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Randall Joseph Henness age 73 of Osawatomie, KS, died Monday July 6, 2026 in Olathe, KS. Full obituary will be posted when available. , Randy wished to be cremated but there will be a visitation Friday July 10, 2026, from 6-8 p.m. at the Eddy Birchard Funeral Home. Memorial service is scheduled for Saturday July 11, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Eddy Birchard Chapel. Burial of cremated remains will be at a later date at Osawatomie C

August 18, 1945 — June 30, 2026 Topeka, Kansas Nina Marie Tush, age 80, of Topeka, Kansas, formerly of Osawatomie and Greeley, Kansas, died Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Willow Tree Post Acute Nursing Home in Topeka. Nina was born August 18, 1945, in Wellington, Kansas. She was the eldest child born to Robert Adell and June Maxine (Force) Busch. She grew up in Conway Springs, Kansas, where she attended school and graduated from high school. Following graduation, Nina attended nu

May 10, 1975 — July 3, 2026 Overland Park Matthew Graham Tyson passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026, at age 51. Born in Arlington, Texas, on May 10, 1975, Matthew spent his final days surrounded by those who loved him. Matthew was quiet by nature and cherished the company of close friends and family. Those who knew him will remember his gentle nature, his sense of humor, and the way he made others feel special, accepted, and cared for. He loved his family, art—including ear

Jan 20, 1960 — May 29, 2026 Fort Scott, Kansas Charles Wayne Nichol, age 66, Fort Scott, Kansas, passed away May 29, 2026. He was born on January 20, 1960, in Moline, Illinois, the son of Thomas and Carol Thompson Nichol. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He was a proud member of the Hope Chapel. He wrote poetry and loved to read his Bible. Memorial Service will be 2 p.m. Sunday, July 5, 2026 at Hope Chapel. Inurnment will be in the Fort Scott Nat

Sep 16, 1948 — Jul 1, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Dixie Arlene Boone, age 77, La Cygne, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, July 1st, 2026, of ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease). From the beginning of her diagnosis all the way to the end of her life she fought with dignity, pride, strength, and a will to live that was unmatched. ALS took many things, but one thing is for sure, it never took her spirit. Dixie was born on September 16, 1948, in La Cygne, Kansas, the daug

Jul 7, 1950 — Jun 29, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas Carolyn Corrine Barr, age 75, Pleasanton, Kansas ,passed away Monday, June 29, 2026. She was born on July 7, 1950, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Radford and Bonnie Blankenship Barr. She worked as a waitress before retiring. She is survived by two brothers, Gerald "Jerry" Barr, and Dennis Barr. No services are planned. Memorial contributions are suggested to Wayside Waifs. Online condolences can be left at...

January 3, 1991 — June 26, 2026 Osawatomie, Kansas Krissa Dawn Brim, age 35, of Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away at her home on Friday, June 26, 2026. Krissa was born on January 3, 1991, in Kansas City, Kansas. She grew up in Osawatomie, where she attended school and graduated from Osawatomie High School with the Class of 2009. Following high school, Krissa moved to Olathe, Kansas, where she worked as a manager for Wendy's. She was a hardworking and dedicated employee who took

Aug 21, 1956 — Jun 26, 2026 Olathe, Kansas Karen Kay Clayton, 69, passed away June 26, 2026, at Azria in Olathe ,Kansas. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob Clayton in August of 2022. She is survived by sons Dean (Cindy) Friend and James (Nicole) Lloyd, five grandchildren, and sisters Lillian Kite, Connie (Howard) Reiter and Patty (Randy) Latta. Celebration of life to be announced. (Published in the Linn County Journal on June 29, 2026.)

Jun 27, 1950 — Jun 25, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas William (Bill) Lloyd Wilson, age 75, of Pleasanton, Kansas, formerly of Stillwater, Oklahoma, passed away at his home on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Bill was born on June 27, 1950, in Blackwell, Oklahoma, the son of Lloyd Henry and Opal Lavern Wilson. He grew up with a heart for service and learning, eventually earning a Bachelor of Biblical Studies degree from Central Bible College. A Life of Service and "Bleeding Orange" In Februa

Oct 5, 1957 — Jun 13, 2026 Spring Hill, Kansas Brent Alan Croan, age 68, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2026. He was born on October 5, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Lewis and Emma Price Croan. He graduated from Jayhawk-Linn High School in the Class of 1976. He retired from T-Mobile/Sprint on April 26, 2024. Brent grew up with his siblings and cousins in Mound City Kansas where many childhood memories were made. It wasn't uncommon for all the families to gather to enjo

Jun 20, 1951 — Jun 19, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas Craig Alan Wood, age 74, Pleasanton, Kansas, passed away Thursday, June 19, 2026. Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at the Schneider Funeral Home, Pleasanton Chapel. Burial in Littell Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, June 22 at the Pleasanton Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunera

Mar 14, 1955 — Jun 16, 2026 Janice Geyer, 71, of Moberly, Missouri, passed away on June 16, 2026. She was born on March 14, 1955, in Kansas City, Kansas, the daughter of Donald and Carol Cline. Janice graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School and later attended classes at Johnson County Community College. As a young woman, Janice worked several part-time jobs but devoted most of her time to raising her family as a stay-at-home mother while her children were young.

Feb 2, 1937 — Jun 17, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas Sharion Uvonne Gillespie, age 89, Pleasanton, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2026. She was born on February 2, 1937, in Forest City, Missouri, the daughter of Lawrence and Bertha Spiegel Baker. She lived in Forest City until age five. The family then moved to Bethany, Missouri, until her senior year of high school. The family made their way to Ridgeway, Missouri where she graduated from Ridgeway High School in the Cl

April 9, 1969 — June 9, 2026 Linn Valley, Kansas Adam Lee Johnston, 57, passed away in his residence in Linn Valley, Kansas, on June 9th, 2026. Linn Valley had been Adam’s home for several years; he built a cabin by Linn Valley Lake and spent his days building, playing music, and working on various projects around the property alongside his son, Eli, with whom he shared the residence. Adam was born on April 9th, 1969 in Tokyo, Japan, to Gerald Johnston and Judy Tarwater. He g

August 10, 1943 — June 9, 2026 La Cygne, Kansas Steven Edwin Lindsey, 82, entered his heavenly home after a life filled with faith, family, friendship, service, and adventure. Born August 10, 1943, to Elson L. “Jack” and Sarah Ella Lindsey, Steve grew up on the family farm in eastern Kansas, where he developed a lifelong love for the outdoors, hard work, horses, and the simple joys of country living. He often fondly recalled riding horses across the countryside, swimming in

January 30, 1957 — June 9, 2026 Paola, Kansas Ronald Owen Wright, age 69, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at The University of Kansas Hospital in Olathe, Kansas. Ron was born January 30, 1957, in Kansas City, Missouri, the sixth of nine children born to Clyde Robert and Margaret Mary (Boyd) Wright. He grew up in Calhoun and Clinton, Missouri where he attended school at Queen of The Holy Rosary. During his high school years, Ron worked shining shoes to

July 19, 1949 — June 9, 2026 Hume, Missouri Ronald L. Herda, age 76, of Hume Missouri passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026. He was born on July 19, 1949, in Bismarck, North Dakota, the son of Raymond and Mildred Howard Herda. He graduated from Butte High School and received a Bachelor's of Science Degree from the University of North Dakota. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and the United States Army during the Vietnam War, Desert Storm War, and the

Donna Faith Ammel, 96 of Parker, Kansas, passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 at the University of Kansas Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas. Private graveside services and burial will take place in Osawatomie Cemetery, Osawatomie, Kansas. Services under the direction of Mullinax Funeral Home, Butler (660-679-0009). Messages of condolence may be left for the family at www.mullinaxfuneralhome.com. Donna Faith Bradley Ammel was born March 22, 1930 in Haviland, Kansas, the daughter of

July 26, 1971 — April 24, 2026 Callisburg, Texas Lance Robert Minchew, 54, died peacefully in his home April 24, 2026 in Callisburg Texas, after a four-year battle with cancer. Lance was born July 26, 1971, in Fort Scott, Kan., to Robert and Leatrice Minchew. He retired after 20 years of service in the U.S. Navy in October 2016. He married Michele Minchew on Feb. 16, 2013, in Honolulu, Hawaii, where he served most of his military career. Lance and Michele moved to Denison, Te

August 9, 1978 — June 3, 2026 Pleasanton, Kansas Reality Dawn Miller (Tucker), 47, of Pleasanton, Kansas, went peacefully into the arms of the Lord on June 3, 2026. She was born on August 9, 1978, in Fort Scott, Kansas, to Joseph Walrod and Jeanette Ramsey. Reality was a member of Pleasanton First Baptist Church. Reality loved to draw, color, sing, and spend time with the people she loved. At her core, she was love, laughter, kindness, and compassion. She had a beautiful hear

September 12, 1956 — May 15, 2026 Lane, Kansas Lee Ann Lee, age 69, of Lane, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 15, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. Lee Ann was born September 12, 1956, in Paola, Kansas. She was one of five children born to Robert Keith and Alice “Joyce” (Dickey) Lang. She grew up in Osawatomie and was a member of the Osawatomie High School Class of 1974. On March 2, 1974, Lee Ann and Charles Donald “Donnie” Lee were united in mar