Obituaries

Jul 24, 2025

Barbara Wauneta Juiliano, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas.

She was born on November 8, 1934, in Kansas City, Kansas, and spent her life in the surrounding area. Barbara worked as a dedicated bookkeeper for various companies throughout the Kansas City metro and was known for her strong work ethic and attention to detail.

Affectionately known...

Jul 27, 2025

Norma Joan (Jo) Ronsick passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025, in Overland Park, KS. She was born July 20, 1927, to John and Ola Wilkerson in Rose, KS. She attended Humboldt High School where she met her husband of 62 years, Jim. They would marry in August of the same year in Albuquerque, NM. They moved back to Humboldt,...

Jul 27, 2025

Peggy M. (Stoker) Stewart July 2, 1932 – July 27, 2025

Peggy M. Stewart, age 93, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully with family by her side on July 27, 2025. She was born on July 2, 1932, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Merrian M. Stoker and Evia L. Stoker.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph A. Stewart; her...

Jul 23, 2025

Jul 23, 2025

Lois Lorene Hanauer passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 in Brentwood, Tennessee. She was born on November 17, 1937, in Paola, Kansas and was 87 years of age. Services are pending.

Jul 23, 2025

Girimachew G. Sisay passed away on Wednesday, July 23. 2025 in Overland Park, Kansas. He was born on December 12, 1984, in Gonda, Amhara, Ethiopia. A more complete obituary will follow. Services are listed below.

Jul 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gregory Kane Westbrook, age 61, who left us peacefully surrounded by family on July 22, 2025. 

Greg was born on December 8, 1963, in Kansas City, Kansas to Roger and Annette Westbrook. He spent his entire life in the Kansas City area. Known for his generous spirit, quick wit, and...

Jul 22, 2025

Faylene “Miss Fay” Farrall, 84, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas. Born on January 20, 1941, in Lewisburg, Tennessee, she lived a life marked by devotion—to her family, her faith, and her community.

For over three decades, Fay served as a food service manager for the Shawnee Mission School District. Her dedication to her work was...

Jul 21, 2025

Peter N. Coussas, born on February 9, 1937, in Macedonia, Greece, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Plattsburg, Missouri. He was a proud United States Veteran, having honorably served his country.

Peter was a valued member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Smithville Missouri Ward, where his contributions to the community and fellowship were cherished....

Jul 20, 2025

William Boyd Hope, Jr. died peacefully Sunday, July 20, 2025, at home surrounded by his family who loved him dearly.

Bill was born July 4, 1938, in Chattanooga, Tennessee to William B. Hope and Eleanor Kate Roberson Hope. His father was career military, retiring as a Colonel and his mom a homemaker. Bill enjoyed the privilege of sharing a birthday that...

Jul 20, 2025

Robert Joseph Martin Sr. passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 20, 2025. He was born on May 4, 1934, to Elene (Rousseau) and Steve Martin in Chicago, IL where he spent an interesting youth riding street cars and the “L”, and learning how to get along with the variety of people he encountered there.

The ‘50’s found him welcomed by the...

Jul 19, 2025

Nancy Ann Walker Smith entered the Kingdom of Heaven in the warm embrace of her Savior, Jesus Christ on July 19, 2025. She was a resident of Kingswood Senior Living Community in Kansas City, Missouri.

Nancy was born February 9, 1933. She met Alfred O. Smith, Jr. at a carnival when Al’s sister pushed him into the seat next to Nancy...

Jul 19, 2025

Patricia (Pat) Eileen DeLapp was born on April 25, 1934 in Kansas City, Kansas, to parents Arthur and Carrie DeLapp. Pat was raised in the Kansas City area and graduated from Westport High School. 

After graduating from high school, Pat worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company and was the first woman to climb a telephone pole to work on telephone lines....

Jul 19, 2025

Steven “Sonny” Defenbaugh, 77, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on July 19, 2025, following a longstanding battle with Frontal Lobe Dementia.

Born on March 23, 1948, in Brush, Colorado, to Elmer and Helen Defenbaugh, Steve spent his formative years on his grandfather A.K. Fender’s ranch in nearby Akron, Colorado, where he became skilled horseman. In addition to the strenuous ranch...

Jul 19, 2025

Rosa “Rosie” Marie Perez, 83, passed away in the presence of family on July 19, 2025.

Born on August 30, 1941 in Austin, Texas, Rosie lived a joyful life centered around family, meals, and simple pleasures. She was a loving wife to Cruz Perez for almost sixty-eight years, most of which was in Kansas City, Missouri. Throughout life together they ran...

Jul 18, 2025

Stephen A Hartwig, 69, of Martin City, MO passed away peacefully on July 18th, 2025, at Menorah Medical Center in the care of hospice and with family and friends at his side. He died following a hard-fought battle with cancer. Steve was born to Frederick and Louise Hartwig on October 15, 1955, in Kansas City, Missouri but spent much of...

Jul 18, 2025

Jerry Jackson Hodges, 87, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 18, 2025. Funeral Services will be held on July 23rd at 10:00 am with a family only graveside to begin at 11am at Johnson County Funeral Chapel. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Veteran’s Community Project.

Jerry was born September 24, 1937, to John and Minnie...

Jul 16, 2025

Please check back at a later date for a full obituary and service schedule.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Jul 15, 2025

With deep love and sorrow, the family of Nam Hoa Bui announces her peaceful passing on July 15, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 83 years old. Nam is the epitome of grace, beauty, kindness, independence, strength and resilience. She was nurturing, selfless and always thought of others. She touched many lives and will be incredibly missed.

Born on...

Jul 14, 2025

Jennifer "Jenn" Martin

1974 – 2025

Jenn Martin, a vibrant force of nature, passed away on July 14, 2025, at 7:00 PM, after facing the final stages of ovarian cancer. She was surrounded by her loving family up until the moment she took her final breath.

Jenn was one of those rare people you don’t just meet—you experience.

Jenn was magnetic. Whether you knew...