Obituaries

Jul 16, 2025

Thomas James Columbia was born on May 22, 1946 in Brooklyn, New York to Parents Anthony and Grace Columbia. Tom grew up in Levittown, New York before moving to Kansas to attend college. While at Pittsburg State University Tom joined the Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity, and graduated with a bachelors degree.

Thomas was very strong in his Catholic faith and had...

Aug 5, 2025

Judith “Judy” Howard, 83, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025, surrounded by her husband, daughters, grandchildren, and beloved dogs.

Judy was born on November 19, 1941, in Higginsville, Missouri, to Oscar “O.L.” and Esther Hebbler. Raised by her hardworking parents—her father a German immigrant and her mother a Swedish immigrant—Judy was proud of her heritage and...

Aug 13, 2025

Claudia Marcene Backus, 85, passed peacefully, surrounded by her family who were her greatest joy.

For 71 years, she walked side by side with her husband, Wayne Edward Backus, the love of her life. The two of them met when she was just 8 years old and he was almost 11 years old. Shortly after meeting him, she exclaimed to her...

Jun 30, 2025

Gay Ann Covell, 84, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, at St. Luke’s South Hospital.

Gay was born on December 28, 1940, in Wichita, Kansas. A lifelong learner and passionate educator, Gay graduated from Baker University in Baldwin City, KS in 1962 and went on to earn two master’s degrees. She devoted her professional life to...

Aug 12, 2025

Glenice A. Mitchell, 84, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on August 12, 2025. Glenice was born on March 26, 1941, to Marion and Elizabeth Ward in Stafford, Kansas.After high school, Glenice married Raymond R. Mitchell on February 14, 1960, in Ford, Kansas. She went on to have four children, Rose A. Boyles, Raymond R. Mitchell Jr., Reginna L Quigley, and...

Jul 4, 2025

James Lester “Jim” Ruhlen passed away peacefully on July 4th, 2025 at Village Shalom in Overland Park, Kansas. He was born in Corpus Christi, Texas on April 23rd, 1946. He grew up between Conway, Arkansas and Powhattan, Kansas, with some early time in Hull, Massachusetts, as his father, Ralph Lester Ruhlen, pursued his PhD studies at Boston University, along with...

Jul 13, 2025

David Ray Barker, 69, died on July 13th, 2025 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center.

David was born June 11th, 1956 in Wichita, KS to McRae and Maxine Barker.

After graduating from Olathe North in 1974, David joined the United States Navy where he sailed to many different countries. When he returned to the United States he attended Pittsburg State University in...

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 4, 2025

Carole L. Bielefeld, born on August 18, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2025, in Merriam, KS, surrounded by her family and friends.

In February of 1975, she embarked on a professional career with B&V Credit Union, where her dedication and hard work quickly propelled her to the role of manager by 1978, and eventually to...

Aug 15, 2025

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,...

Aug 6, 2025

Ronald Dale Wainscott, 91, who was born in Ballard (Bates County), Missouri, left us peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on August 6, 2025.

He enjoyed his farm life and good old Country music. He was known for his strong work ethic, which was passed on to his children, and also gave insight and training of his experience as an electrician to...

Aug 5, 2025

Ellen Ann Wainwright, 84, a warm loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend, passed away surrounded by her family into the arms of our Lord on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.

Born Ellen Ann Humphrey on March 16, 1941, in Baytown, Texas, she was the daughter of Dorothy Linscott Humphrey and Dr....

Aug 4, 2025

Rosemary Soli, 97, passed away on August 4, 2025. She lived in Kansas City and was an active community member and business owner with her husband and family since 1975.

She was born on May 2, 1928 in Big Fork, Minnesota, to Axel and Margaret Lofgren. As a child, she moved to River Falls, Wisconsin, where she met the love of...

Aug 4, 2025

Lorene was born on October 20,1926 to Chris and Bertha Keltsch in St. Joseph, Missouri. She was baptized into the Christian faith on November 14, 1926, confirmed in the faith on March 17, 1939, and entered into eternity August 4, 2025.

She was an athlete in school and especially enjoyed playing volleyball and basketball and doing acrobatics. After high school, she...

Aug 3, 2025

James “Jim” Gilbert Parker was born January 25th, 1948 and passed away peacefully on August 3rd, 2025.

Jim was described by his loved ones as Outgoing, a problem solver, and someone who thought of every job as a “Do It Yourself” job. Jim was also known to be helpful to everyone who needed it, a trait his neighbors will surely miss.

Jim...

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 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 23, 2025

Robin was preceded in death by her parents, Roy Roscoe Stuckey and Evelyn Faye (Seeley) Stuckey; brothers Randy and Jeffrey; as well as nephew, Chee Neskahi.

She is survived by her husband Scott; sister Marilyn Stein (and husband Brad), sister Pam Lien; and Randy's wife Noemi. She also leaves her four grown children: J.D. Sosebee (wife Kristina and two children), Jerry...

Jul 23, 2025

Lois Lorene Hanauer, beloved mother and grandmother, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2025, in Brentwood, TN, at the age of 87. In 2021 Lois and George moved to Nashville, Tennessee from Prairie Village, Kansas to be near her daughter, Susan and family. She was a resident of Morning Pointe of Brentwood at the time of her passing.

Born on November...