Obituaries
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...
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
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....
Phillip F. Aguirre
Apr 15, 2026
Phillip Aguirre, a devoted father, passed away on April 15, 2026, at the age of 79.
Phillip, a lifelong resident of Kansas City, KS. (Wyandotte County), lived a life defined by quiet strength and dedication to his daughters. He was a man who valued simple moments - time spent with loved ones, sharing stories, and offering support whenever it was needed.Above...
Phyllis Gail Hon
Apr 14, 2026
Phyllis Gail Hon, 71 of Kansas City, KS passed peacefully at home on April 14, 2026.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 5:00~7:00 PM on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at Kansas City Funeral Directors, 4880 Shawnee Drive, Kansas City, Kansas 66106.Phyllis was born and raised in Kansas. She was a caregiver. Then she was a stay at home NaNa...
Patrick D. Harris
Apr 11, 2026
Patrick David Harris was born to Richard and Teresa Harris on March 22, 1965, the
youngest of nine children and the first to join them in heaven.
Patrick was baptized on April 11, 1965 at St. Benedict’s Catholic Church and
exactly 61 years later he went to be with our Lord on April 11, 2026.
At just 14 months old, Pat’s loving mother died,...
Paul Ronald Potash
Apr 7, 2026
Paul Potash, 89, currently of Olathe, KS, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at home surrounded by his wife, Vera, and sister, Judy. Paul was born in Paterson, NJ, son of Max and Ruth Potash. He knew at a very early age that he wanted to be in the performing arts. He fulfilled his childhood dream by performing in...
Donald J. Gebauer
Apr 2, 2026
Donald John Gebauer, 84, passed away April 2nd, 2026 at home in Overland Park, KS. Don was born September 13, 1941 in Akron, Colorado to Carl and Gerri (Krier) Gebauer. After graduating from the University of Colorado, Boulder, with a degree in Economics, Don served 4 years in the US Navy before joining Housing and Urban Development (HUD) from which...
Rhonda L. (Johnson) Yoder
Mar 30, 2026
Rhonda Lee (Johnson) Yoder (May 18, 1958) of Blue Springs, Mo., passed away on Monday March 30, 2026 just shy of her 68th birthday. Rhonda was born to Lawrence E. Johnson and Dorothy May (Paul) Johnson (both deceased), in West Palm Beach, Florida. She lived most of her life in the Kansas City area, and worked in customer service in...
Rita M. O'Connor
Mar 30, 2026
Rita began her journey on September 6, 1947 in Ottawa, KS. Her family often stated that she enjoyed life to the fullest and was full of humor, a quality that defined her throughout every aspect of her life.
Rita was the fourth to youngest child of seven and was raised primarily by her mother after her father's unexpected passing in 1959....
Fredric Eugene Clark
Mar 30, 2026
Fredric Eugene Clark, 95 of Lenexa, KS, passed away on Monday, March 30th at his home.
Fred was born on November 13th, 1930, in Savannah, MO to Floyd and Ella Clark. He grew up in Elsmore, Kansas and attended Elsmore High School. Fred graduated from Washburn University in 1954. He graduated from the UMKC School of Dentistry in 1957. He completed...
Barbara Jean Biondi
Mar 27, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Barbara Jean Biondi,73, of
Gardner, KS. She was a loving mother and grandmother, a remarkable woman with a
bright smile and generous spirit. Barbara passed peacefully, surrounded by loved ones,
on March 27, 2026.
Born October 31, 1952, in Kansas City, KS to Clarence and Geraldine (Steel) Williams,
Barbara attended Argentine High School. As...
Dr. Erin Joy Keith-Chancy
Mar 25, 2026
Dr. Erin Joy Keith-Chancy, Dr. KC or Professor KC to her students, died on March 25th, 2026, surrounded by her family, and loved ones. Erin was born in Manhattan, Kansas (the Little Apple) on May 28th, 1974, to Marlene and Cecil Keith. The family moved to Overland Park, KS soon after. She attended Notre Dame de Sion High School, Kansas...
Delores Renee Smalley
Mar 21, 2026
Delores (De) R. Smalley, 68, passed away peacefully on March 21, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Ruby Smalley, and her infant son, Matthew James Smalley.
De will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her children, Susie Shockley (Robert), Anthony “TJ” Smalley, and Jesse Smalley; her 11 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren,...
Dalvir Singh
Mar 18, 2026
Dalvir Singh, 49, of Kansas City, Missouri passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri. Private family services have been held before Dalvir travels back to his family in Mehandpur, Punjab, India.
Harold D. Doty
Mar 12, 2026
Harold D. Doty, 81, of Olathe, KS, passed away unexpectedly in his home on March 12, 2026. Harold was born September 9, 1944, in Kansas City, MO to Harold and Frances (Gueutal) Doty.
Harold is survived by his daughter, Diane Macdonald (Chuck) of Jensen UT; son, Keith Doty (Risa) of Linn Valley, KS; son, David Lawson (Rebecca) of Fort Smith AR,...
Connie Jo Gross
Mar 12, 2026
Connie Jo (Walls) Gross, age 68, formerly of St. John, Kansas, passed away on March 12, 2026, in Independence, Missouri. Connie was born on January 10, 1958, in Stafford County, Kansas, to George Walls and Helen (Tubbs) Walls.
Connie attended Barton County Community College and later earned her insurance license through the State of Kansas. She built a successful career in...
David "Dave" M. Concannon
Mar 8, 2026
David M. “Dave” Concannon, 81, passed away on March 8, 2026. Born on February 22, 1945, to Lloyd and Ada (Isabell) Concannon, Dave lived a life defined by hard work, craftsmanship, and deep devotion to his family.
Dave began his career with Kansas Power & Light in June 1966, where he worked faithfully until his retirement. Known for his strong work...
Phillip (Phil) Darrell Fox
Mar 8, 2026
Phillip (Phil) Darrell Fox, 74, gained his heavenly wings on March 8, 2026, at his home in Basehor, KS. Phil was born on August 16, 1951, in Gary, Indiana to Dorothy and Morris Fox. Dorothy later remarried Norman Owens, whom Phil deeply cherished and talked about often as a wonderful man, Dad, and mentor.
Phil worked for and retired from the...
Cynthia Jane Newcomb
Mar 7, 2026
Cynthia Jane Newcomb was born on July 9, 1953, in Kansas City, Missouri. On March 7, 2026, she
passed from this life and entered eternal rest, where we trust she was welcomed by loved ones who had
gone before her.
Cynthia was preceded in death by her parents, Gabriela and Jose Luis Carrillo; her husband, Robert
Newcomb, Sr.; and her infant daughter, Mary Villa.
She...


