Obituaries

Aug 26, 2026

Dr. Michael “Mike” Steven John Mancina passed away surrounded by his family on his 80th birthday, August 26, 2026 in Kansas City, Kansas.

Michael was born on August 26, 1946 to Francis “Frank” A. Mancina and Alexia “Lexie” J. Harter in Virginia, Minnesota. He was raised in nearby Eveleth, Minnesota along with four siblings who preceded him in death including, Winifred...

Sep 16, 2026

Susan Elizabeth Richards, of Overland Park, KS, was born on May 22, 1942, and passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026 after a long illness. Born in Oakland, California to William and Dorothy McTigue, Susan grew up in Oakland and graduated from St. Theresa Academy. She met her husband while working at General Motors there. After having her three children,...

Sep 15, 2026

Nancy Louise Bolton Swartz, 78, of Freeman, Missouri, passed away on September 15, 2026, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, following complications due to cancer.

Nancy was born on November 5, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Harold and Madge Bolton. Throughout her life, Nancy called several places home, including Kansas City and St. Joseph, Missouri;...

Sep 11, 2026

Robert Emil “Bob” Slezak

March 25, 1944 – September 11, 2026

Robert Emil “Bob” Slezak, 82, of Camdenton, Missouri, passed away September 11, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Bob was born March 25, 1944, in Iowa City, Iowa, to Raymond and Dorothy (Eigenmann) Slezak. He grew up with his brothers, John and Jerry, and was always proud of his Iowa roots.

Bob met the...

Aug 19, 2026

Amanda Brierly Dresie, born Amanda Graham, passed away unexpectedly in Olathe, Kansas on August 19, 2026, at the age of 46. She was born on February 2, 1980, in Kansas City, Missouri, and will be remembered as a loving, generous, and deeply caring woman whose warmth drew others to her with ease.

Amanda graduated from Shawnee Mission South High School in...

Sep 13, 2026

Dennis Ray Shaw, known to his family as Denny, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 13, 2026, at Kansas City Hospice House. He was 86.

Denny was born January 2, 1940, in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of Clarence and Mary Edna Shaw, and the middle child between his older sister, Carol Bartles, and his younger brother,...

Sep 20, 2026

John Alan Slater, known by his close friends as “Johnny” Passed away peacefully on Sundayafternoon, September 20th 2026 at the Delmar nursing center in Lenexa, Kansas.

John was born in Dodge City, Kansas on August 2nd, 1933. The second of three children born to Alfred H. Slater and Marjorie VanBebber. Being the “middle child” afforded Johnny the space he needed to...

Aug 21, 2026

Harriet Davis Darling, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born April 8, 1934, in Anderson, South Carolina, Harriet grew up immersed in sports and family. Her father, Joseph Wallace Davis Jr., was a college football and basketball coach. His career took him from Clemson in South Carolina...

Aug 3, 2026

Jeannette Ann Farney, age 68 of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away in the evening of August 3, 2026, with loving family by her side. Jeannette was born on January 20, 1958, in Kansas City, Kansas, daughter of Benjamin F. Farney Sr. and Mary Louise Farney. She was the oldest of five children, with three brothers and one sister. She graduated from...

Sep 21, 2026

Margaret Moeller, 95, of Raytown, Missouri, passed away on September 21, 2026.

Margaret was born on November 15, 1930, at Stobhill Hospital in Glasgow, Scotland, to Thomas and Janet McLellan. Her father, Thomas, was a house painter who also worked in Belfast, Ireland, painting staterooms aboard the ocean liner Britannia. Her mother, Janet, grew up in Airdrie, Scotland, in a family...

Sep 14, 2026

Mary Lou Cornelius, an incredible woman of deep faith and a beloved cornerstone of her family, went home to her Lord and Savior on September 14, 2026, at the age of 88.

Born on October 1, 1937 to Pete and Mary Miller, she spent her life anchored by her devotion to God and steadfast love for her family. A long-time resident...

Sep 13, 2026

 The Lord reached his hands out for me and said it was time. I gladly accepted His kindness and we departed the earth. I leave behind my loving, caring wife whom I have shared wonderfully our life journey with.  Also, two daughters, a grandson, two sisters, two brothers and their families. All who I love very much. Preceding me in...

Sep 11, 2026

Jim Phoutha Kitivoravong passed away peacefully at his home on September 11, 2026, surrounded by his loving family following an illness.

Jim was born on April 5, 1940, in Nakhon Phanom Province, Thailand, to Khemma and Nuon Inthisaeng Kitivoravong. As a young man, he studied in his hometown before continuing his education in Vientiane, Laos. He later worked for USAID as...

Sep 8, 2026

Sep 4, 2026

Elsie Epperson died September 4, 2026 at age 103. Hers was a life full of loving family, purposeful work, rewarding friendships and gratifying hobbies.

Born July 25, 1923 in Blue Springs, Missouri, Elsie was the oldest of three siblings. She grew up in Blue Springs and Independence, Missouri, graduating from William Chrisman High School in 1940. It was here she met...

Sep 3, 2026

Janet Lou Searle, 92, passed away on September 3, 2026.Janet was born on October 21, 1933, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Thomas and Florence Cowdery Davidson. Growing up, she especially enjoyed weekend trips to her grandparents’ farm in Gardner, Kansas.Throughout her life, Janet remained devoted to her Catholic faith. She regularly attended Bible studies and was an active member of...

Sep 2, 2026

Patsy June Simmons, age 87, passed away peacefully at home in Springfield, Missouri, on September 2, 2026, with her loving husband by her side. She was born on July 6, 1939, in Parsons, Kansas, to Jack and Della Ringo, growing up alongside her older sister, Betty, and younger sisters, Linda and Jane.

A graduate of the University of Kansas School of...

Sep 2, 2026

Michael “Owen” Sinn passed away on September 2, 2026 in Prairie Village, Kansas, taken way too soon. He was born in Bloomington, Indiana to Elaine and Dane, was an only child and first grandchild. He was truly the apple of everyone’s eye.He was an outdoor enthusiast who had an adventurous spirit and loved to explore the mountains and national parks....

Sep 2, 2026

On October 3rd,1941, God sent an angel to our earth. Nadine Louise (Johnson) Neir was born to James (Jim) and Evelyn Johnson (Neuhring) in Charles City, IA. The small family lived there until 1944 when Jim was called into service and the family moved to Mason City to be near the relatives. Jim served his country and paid the ultimate...

Sep 1, 2026

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