Obituaries

Patricia C. Pfeiffer

Patricia C. Pfeiffer

Mar 4, 2026

Patricia “Pat” Carol (Helms) Pfeiffer beloved wife, mother, sister, aunt and nana passed away peacefully March 4th, 2026.

Pat was born on February 3,1945 with a birthday she was always happy to share and people could easily remember 2/3/45. She was born in Kansas City, Missouri to Joseph Donald “Don” Helms and Julia Florence (LeCluyse) Helms. Pat spent her early years...

Kenneth "Kenny" Lee White

Kenneth "Kenny" Lee White

May 9, 2026

Kenneth (Kenny) Lee White,71, finished his earthly journey Saturday night May 9th, 2026. He left this world in the same house where his parents, Walter and Louise White, brought him home from the hospital almost 72 years ago. Kenny lived a colorful and interesting life. He graduated from Rosedale High School in 1972; he then joined the Navy from 1973-1975...

Cynthia "Cindy" Lanning

Cynthia "Cindy" Lanning

Jun 1, 2026

Cynthia “Cindy” Lanning,77, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on June 1, 2026.

She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend.

She was born on July 7, 1948, to Bernard and Paticia (DiOrio) Hoover. She was preceded in death by both her parents. She leaves behind her husband, Alfred; her daughters, Missy Fennesy (Vicki Witt), Mendy...

Glenn Steven Waltsak

Glenn Steven Waltsak

May 29, 2026

Glenn Steven Waltsak of Kansas City, Kansas passed away on Friday May 29th, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 29th, 1950 in Weehawken, New Jersey to parents Lenny and Lillian Waltsak. He graduated college from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and subsequently worked at Arthur Andersen and Cerner Corporation as an executive project manager. 

He traveled for work...

Lonnie Joe Kingery

Lonnie Joe Kingery

May 27, 2026

Lonnie "Joe" Kingery Sr., 66, of Gladstone, Missouri, passed away on May 27, 2026, at Providence Medical Center. Joe was born June 12, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Robert D. and Phyllis J. (Tubbs) Kingery.While employed, he was a truck driver delivering goods to local businesses for over 30 years. In his free time, he enjoyed boating and fishing,...

Andrew Robert "Andy" Rosenquist

Andrew Robert "Andy" Rosenquist

May 27, 2026

Andrew Robert “Andy” Rosenquist, 61, passed away peacefully, May 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to his family. Andy was born on August 31, 1964, in Hutchinson, Kansas, to Robert and Alice Elaine (Vanetta) Rosenquist.

Andy was raised in Columbia, Missouri, where he graduated from Hickman High School in 1982 and went on to attend...

Janet Flack

Janet Flack

May 26, 2026

Janet Flack, age 87, of Overland Park, KS passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family. Known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and steadfast faith, she was a Member of Ascension Parish of Overland Park, KS.

Mom's quiet strength and gentle nature were the foundation of our family. She approached every day with...

Janice Marie Fraas

Janice Marie Fraas

May 15, 2026

Janice Marie Fraas, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 15, 2026, at the age of 82.

She was born on November 17, 1943, to Joseph Stamfel and Dorothy Klements-Stamfel, and was raised on Strawberry Hill in Kansas City, Kansas—a place she held close to her heart throughout her life. She took great pride in her...

Thomas Lee Lehman

Thomas Lee Lehman

May 14, 2026

Thomas Lee Lehman, 87, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at North Kansas City Hospice House. Born on April 2, 1939, in Hartshorne, Oklahoma, Thomas lived a life marked by faith, strength, devotion, and love for his family. He proudly served in the Army National Guard from 1956 to 1961. 

Thomas was a faithful man of Christ whose life reflected...

Dr. Thomas Kenneth Bagby, Jr

Dr. Thomas Kenneth Bagby, Jr

May 9, 2026

Dr. Thomas Kenneth Bagby Jr., DDS, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on May 9, 2026, at the age of 83. Born on October 26, 1942, in Coffeyville, Kansas, to Ella and Thomas Bagby, Tom lived a full and extraordinary life devoted to his family, his profession, and the Kansas City community he proudly served for...

Patricia "Patty" Louise Bebar

Patricia "Patty" Louise Bebar

May 8, 2026

Patricia “Patty” Louise Bebar 73, of Pomona, Kansas passed away May 8, 2026 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center with family at her side. She was born November 11, 1952 in Elmhurst, Illinois to Helen and Jerome Tonne.

She is preceded in death by both of her parents and her daughter, Sandra “Sandy” Bibens.

She leaves behind her son, Scott and wife...

William "Bill" L. Fletcher, Jr.

William "Bill" L. Fletcher, Jr.

May 3, 2026

William “Bill” L. Fletcher Jr., 72, passed away on May 3, 2026. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Bill made his home in Ottawa, Kansas, where he was a well-known and valued member of the community.

Bill proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps and later dedicated his career to the Kansas Highway Patrol. He then became a perfusionist...

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez

Apr 29, 2026

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez was born in Santa Maria Del Oro, Durango. Mexico on December 9, 1950. He lived in Kansas City, KS since 2006 and passed away on Wednesday April 29, 2026 after his lungs and heart stop working.

Raymundo will be missed by many people, beloved MariaElena, His Daughter's, Grandchildrens, His Siblings Alfredo, Joaquin, MariaEugenia, Alicia and Lilia, His Nephews,...

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez

Apr 29, 2026

Raymundo Gandarilla Martinez, nacio en Santa Maria Del Oro, Durango. Mexico el 9 de Diciembre 1950. El Vivia en Kansas City, KS. Desde 2006, Fallecio el Dia Miercoles 29 de Abril, 2026. Despues de que Sus Pulmones y Corazon dejan de functional.

Raymundo va ser Extrañado por Muchas Personas, Su Amada MariaElena, Sus Hijas, sus Nietos, Sus Hermanos Alfredo, Joaquin, MariaEugenia,...

Georgina Alejo Sebastian

Georgina Alejo Sebastian

Apr 24, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Georgina Alejo Sebastian, 51 from Michoacan, Mexico. She passed away peacefully on Friday April 24, 2026. Surrounded by her family and her beloved children at her son Jose’s, Kansas City Kansas home. She was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, mother and grandmother. A generous, kind, welcoming, charismatic &...

Connie Sue Knutson

Connie Sue Knutson

Apr 20, 2026

Beloved wife of John Knutson, Loving Mom to Heather & Michael Lust, and devoted Grandma to Jaiden Sue.

Just as we will love her always, We will miss her always.

You went home to be with John, You are together again.

Our love is with you always !

Linda Ann Ott

Linda Ann Ott

Apr 20, 2026

Linda Ann Ott, of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, surrounded by family.



Born Linda Ann Garcia on April 4, 1961, to Joseph and Estelle Garcia in Topeka, Kansas, Linda was defined by her kind, generous heart and a fierce devotion to those she held dear. A talented cook and baker, she found joy in the simple comforts...

Bernadette "Bernie" Bernhardt

Bernadette "Bernie" Bernhardt

Apr 19, 2026

Bernadette "Bernie" Bernhardt, 92, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026 surrounded by family.

Born in Kansas City, MO, Bernie was the "surprise" child to her mother Rose and father Augie. She was the handy apprentice to her father's maintenance projects around the house. As a child born during The Great Depression she learned firsthand how to reduce, recycle and reuse.Bernie...

David Vernon Bales

David Vernon Bales

Apr 17, 2026

David Vernon Bales, 75, passed away on April 17, 2026, at KU Hospital after a twelve-and-a-half-year battle with cancer.  He was born on November 15, 1950, in Kansas City, Kansas to Buel and Gladys Bales.

David served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1970 to 1971.  He married his former spouse, Donna Cole, on June 03, 1972,...

Walter William "Bill" Clark, Jr

Walter William "Bill" Clark, Jr

Apr 17, 2026

Walter William “Bill” Clark Jr. of Olathe, KS passed away on April 17th, 2026 at Homestead Estates with his loving wife at his side. A devoted husband, father, and grandfather, he learned these roles from his parents. He was born to Walter and Mildred on October 3rd, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Bill graduated from Bishop Miege High School in 1959....