Olivia Jesus Chacon

Olivia Jesus Chacon passed away on June 23, 2025 surrounded by her family at the University of Kansas Medical Center. Olivia was born June of 1976 in Kansas City, Kansas. Olivia was extremely loved by all who encounter her, and will be remembered by her loving smile, laughter and ability to make anyone feel like family.

Olivia was the best party planner, hosting hundreds, if not thousands of people over her lifetime during birthdays, holidays or family gatherings. She loved traveling, barbecuing, and getting lost while going on a drive. You could always count on her to treat everyone with kindness and respect, like she’s known them her entire life. She even became a second mother to some, using her time and resources to make sure they were put in the best positions to succeed.

Olivia is proceeded in death by her older brother Joe A. Chacon, the love of her life and fiancé, Joseph Alaniz, and son Chris Mendoza Jr. She is survived by her daughter Vanessa Alaniz, mother Mary T. Rivera, siblings Angela Chacon, Theresa Dominguez (David), Elisa Chacon, Mary Rose Chacon, Michael Chacon (Gabriella), David Chacon (Angelica) and many nieces and nephews who will never forget her.

Visitation will be on July 8, 2025 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 pm at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 11311 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, Kansas 66203. Mass will begin at 1:00 PM with a luncheon to follow.

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