Obituaries

Jesse Joe Geurrero

Jesse Joe Geurrero

May 23, 2025

Our beloved family member, Jesse Guerrero, passed away May 23, 2025. A celebration of life gathering will be held June 7, 2025 given by Dana Dooley and Peggy Horton.

Saturday, June 7th, 2025 2:00 P.M.Big D's on the Hill 2139 S. 34th Street Kansas City, KS 66106

Jesse was a younger, big brother to Paul Yslas Guerrero Sr; sisters: Frances Guerrero, Nina...

David F. Hokanson

David F. Hokanson

May 23, 2025

David F. Hokanson, born June 15, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025.

A devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother and friend, David’s life was a testament to his unwavering love for his family, his care and concern for those less fortunate, and bringing out the silly in any situation. For over 56 years, he shared...

Alan Douglas Crone

Alan Douglas Crone

May 16, 2025

Alan Douglas Crone, 70, was born September 20th, 1954, on the US military base Fort Monmouth, New Jersey and died May 16th, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas. Alan spent 40 years in the Army, 20 as a Brat and 20 as an Army Sargent. He was educated in many parts of the world and earned college credit while in the...

Karla Ann Brenner

Karla Ann Brenner

May 14, 2025

Karla Ann Brenner, 89, of Kansas City, KS reposed peacefully in the Lord on May 14, 2025.

Karla is proceeded in death by her parents: Harry and Muriel Markley; loving husband, Jim Brenner; sister, Karen Ennis; and son in law, Dr Bruce Langston.

Karla is survived by her daughter, Krista Tanney; grandson, Joe Tanney (Kristina); granddaughter, Megan Tanney; and five great grandchildren.

Karla...

Mary Anne Baier

Mary Anne Baier

May 11, 2025

Mary Anne Baier, aged 96, peacefully left this world on May 11, 2025, surrounded by family members. A beloved daughter, sister, aunt and great-aunt Mary Anne will always be remembered for her strong independence and her engaging personality.

Born on January 22, 1929, in Kansas City, Kansas, to Michael and Delia Baier, Mary Anne was the youngest of four children. Her...

Christopher Andrew Aguilar, Jr

Christopher Andrew Aguilar, Jr

May 8, 2025

Christopher Andrew Aguilar Jr., 32, a man whose smile was unforgettable and could light up any room, left this world surrounded by family on May 8th, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love. Christopher was born on October 21st, 1992, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. He is survived by his children Jazelle and Izabelle; his parents, Melissa...

James Richard Galligan

James Richard Galligan

Apr 27, 2025

James Richard Galligan, of Mission, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the age of 92.

Jim was born in Buffalo, New York, on August 5, 1932, to James A. and Mabel (Tice) Galligan. Jim graduated from Lafayette High School and enlisted in the Navy. He was stationed in Panama and was an integral member of the Navy’s...

Drew Michael Peters

Drew Michael Peters

Apr 23, 2025

Drew Michael Peters (34) passed away peacefully on April 23 2025 in Overland Park, KS. He was born in Waterloo, IA. on April 3rd 1991. Drew's final days were surrounded by family and friends telling amazing stories. With his contagious laughter, showcasing his love and how many lives he touched. Drew had such a caring, loving and tender heart. He...

Jose Maria Placensia Castaneda

Jose Maria Placensia Castaneda

Apr 20, 2025

Jose Placensia Castañeda,17, a well loved son, brother, grandson, and

friend. He passed away on April 20th, 2025 in University of Kansas Medical Center,

in Kansas City, Kansas.

Jose was born in the same spot that he passed away. He was one of four

children. He enjoyed being with his friends, making them smile and

laugh through his way of being. His favorite hobbies were...

Jan Marleen Robertson Deringer

Jan Marleen Robertson Deringer

Apr 20, 2025

Jan Marleen Robertson Deringer, 68, of Gardner, KS passed away Sunday, April 20, 2025. Jan was born July 30, 1956 to Ellsworth “Jim” and L’Marie Robertson in Oberlin, KS

She was a member of the graduating class of 1975 from Decatur Community High School in Oberlin, KS. After graduating from high school, Jan attended Colby Community College and obtained her Associate...

Helen Anita Dewitt

Helen Anita Dewitt

Apr 18, 2025

Helen Anita Dewitt, 63 of Parsons, Kansas passed away April 18, 2025.  She was born in Dodge City, Kansas and graduated from Parson High School in 1980.  Helen married Delbert Dewitt on October 20, 1982.  She enjoyed being outside, gardening, and scrapbooking.  Helen loved sharing stories of all the adventures in her lifetime. She enjoyed decorating for holidays, especially at Halloween....

Dolores Ann DeMeese

Dolores Ann DeMeese

Apr 16, 2025

Dolores (Dee) Ann DeMeese was born to Albert Felix DeMeese and Margaret Rose (Zarda) DeMeese on June 3, 1943. She grew up in Merriam, KS, and she became an older sister to Albert DeMeese (Judy) and Rose Marie Macan (Frank). She is survived by her two siblings and their children, Chad (Danielle, daughters Madeline and Chloe), Jason (Lisa), Kate (Tim,...

Frank L. Bates

Frank L. Bates

Apr 12, 2025

Frank L. Bates, 82, of Kansas City, Kansas passed away April 12, 2025. Joyce, his wife of 61 years, family, and friends were with him.

Frank was born in Medford, Oregon on December 6, 1942 to L.C. and Martha Bates. He grew up in Humphrey, Arkansas with his parents, siblings, and a large extended family. He was a graduate of Humphrey...

John Edward Howe

John Edward Howe

Apr 11, 2025

John Edward Howe, 81, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away on April 11th, 2025. He was born in 1943 in Kansas City, Missouri, to Daniel “Leo” Howe and Margaret Howe.

John was the third of five children and grew up alongside his older brothers Dan and Steve, younger brother Mike, and sister Mary Ann. As a young man, John worked at Walter’s...

Vickie D George

Vickie D George

Apr 10, 2025

Vickie D. George, 76 of Kansas City, Kansas passed away April 10, 2025, at home.  

William John Baden

William John Baden

Apr 10, 2025

William John Baden passed away peacefully April 10, 2025. Bill was born in Richfield, Minnesota and lived in the Kansas City area for the past 12 years. During that time, he was employed as an automotive detailer at Victory Ford in Kansas City, Kansas where he loved his work and made great friends. Bill loved all sports, especially his beloved...

Chia Her Yang

Chia Her Yang

Apr 9, 2025

Chia Her Yang, 54, beloved mother, aunt, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend passed away on April 9, 2025 in Olathe, Kansas.  

Chia was born in a village in Laos to Ntxoov Xeeb Hawj, father, and Kab Thoj, mother.  She was one of six children. She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, Looj Hawj, and Khub Hawj. Chia...

Jazminh Pereda Gamez

Jazminh Pereda Gamez

Apr 2, 2025

In Loving Memory of Jazminh

**(1995 – 2025)**

It is with immeasurable sorrow that we say goodbye to our beloved Jazminh, who passed away

at the age of 29. A light in this world, Jazminh was a woman of extraordinary love, kindness,

and joy, a soul who dedicated her life to nurturing others, especially the tiniest and most

vulnerable.

Jazminh’s greatest passion was her work with...

Erasmo S. Rodriguez, Jr.

Erasmo S. Rodriguez, Jr.

Mar 31, 2025

In Loving Memory of Erasmo Rodriguez

Erasmo, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, passed away March 2025 at the age of 68.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 40 years, Connie, his three children, Kim, Kelsey, Jose and

ten cherished grandchildren who were the light of his life.

Never one to hold back, Ras spoke his mind with honesty, humor, and a touch...

Yvonne Marie D'Souza

Yvonne Marie D'Souza

Mar 30, 2025

It is with a sense of profound sadness that the family of Yvonne Marie D’Souza announces her peaceful passing on March 30, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 90.

Yvonne was born in Bandra, Mumbai, India, to Lily & Joseph (Meropio) Pereira and married William (‘Willie’) in 1961. She is survived by her three sons, Russell (Diane), Darren (Melody)...