Ogle "George" Hickman
May 31, 2025
Ogle “George” Hickman, 77, of Bucyrus, KS, passed away on May 31, 2025, at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, MO.
George was born April 10, 1948, in Pittsburg, Kansas. He was the son of Ogle “Jack” and Aileen Hickman. George graduated from Arma High School in 1966 and continued his education at Pittsburg State University, earning a degree in Electronics.
George...
Carla Ann Wiseman
May 30, 2025
Carla Ann Wiseman, age 76, of Raymore, Missouri, passed away on May 30, 2025. Born on September 8, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was the cherished daughter of Carl and Anna Marie Richardson.
Carla dedicated many years to her career as a florist, beginning her journey at Queen Art Flowers in Kansas City. Her passion for floral design led her...
Leonard Clarence Humphrey
May 30, 2025
Leonard Clarence Humphrey, a devoted family man and cherished member of his community, passed away on May 30, 2025, at Rock Creek of Ottawa, Ottawa, Kansas, at the age of 96. Born on September 7, 1928, in Lyndon, Kansas, the son of Wilbur Clarence and Gladys Lena (McCreight). Leonard lived a life characterized by hard work, faith, and commitment to...
Lois Marie Coltrin
May 29, 2025
Lois Marie Coltrin, a cherished presence in the lives of all who knew her, passed away peacefully on the morning of May 29, 2025. Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering love left an indelible mark on those lucky enough to share in her life. Lois was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.
Born with a quiet strength and a generous spirit,...
Albert LeRoy "Al" Keefer
May 28, 2025
Albert LeRoy “Al” Keefer, 95, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Ottawa, at the home he shared with his wife, Marilyn, for seventy-two years.
Funeral Service will be held 10:00am, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at the First Christian Church, 1045 South Hickory, Street, Ottawa, Kansas.
Family will greet friends 5:30-7:30pm, Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at Dengel & Son...
Millie Anne-Marie Mallory
May 27, 2025
Millie Anne-Marie Mallory gained her angel wings on May 27, 2025.
She was born on May 2, 2025, at Overland Park Regional Medical. Her parents, Andrew Mallory and Kylie Knight excitedly waited for her arrival. Millie was the light of her parents’ eyes, and was a blessing.
Even though she was only on this earth for a few weeks, she had a...
James Elvin Swenson
May 22, 2025
James (Jim) Elvin Swenson, affectionately known as Uncle Elvin to his many nieces and nephews, was a loving father, devoted grandfather, and cherished friend. He passed away on May 22, 2025, at Olathe Hospice House, leaving behind a legacy characterized by kindness, laughter, and strong familial bonds. Jim was born on July 27, 1939, in Waverly, Kansas, to Walter and...
William Lester "Bill" McNatt
May 21, 2025
William Lester "Bill" McNatt was born on March 6, 1943 in Kansas City, Kansas to Guy Lester McNatt and Helen Harriett (Kueker) McNatt. Bill was one of three children born.
Bill lived in Shawnee, Kansas in his early years, graduating from Shawnee Mission North.
He Married Rita Ann Davey Obermeier in 1964. Of this union one child was born, William Scott McNatt...
Linda L Woods
May 18, 2025
Linda L Woods, a beloved lifelong resident of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away peacefully at her residence on May 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on January 17, 1940, in Manhattan, Kansas, Linda was the daughter of Gilbert Davenport, Sr. and Elnora (Hamilton) Davenport.
Linda graduated from Ottawa High School, class of 1958. Shortly after, she embarked on a fulfilling...
Alberta Louise Fennewald
May 16, 2025
Alberta ( Bert ) Fennewald Alberta Fennewald, age 95, of Paola Ks passed away peacefully at Kansas City Hospice on May 16, 2025. Alberta was born on December 26, 1929 in Mexico Missouri to Otto Guy and Ora Gladys Nichols. She married Carl Fennewald on April 3, 1948 they were married for 58 years till Carl’s passing in 2006. They...
Larry Dean Kettler
May 13, 2025
Larry Dean Kettler, 72, of Osawatomie, Kansas passed away on May 13, 2025, at home.
He was born on December 2, 1952, in Paola, Kansas where he spent his childhood farming. He graduated from Paola High School and lived in the surrounding areas of Miami County before making his home in Osawatomie with his wife, Joyce Dodson. They were married on...
Mary Kathryn Roesler
May 13, 2025
Mary Kathryn Roesler, age 80, of Gardner, Kansas, passed away on May 13, 2025, at the Good Samaritan Nursing Home in Olathe. Born on July 24, 1944, in Lawrence, Kansas, she was the daughter of Hallie O. Hale and Della May Flory Hale.
Mary was a proud graduate of Baldwin High School. Throughout her life, she had a deep passion for...
Betty Pauline Flora
May 12, 2025
Betty Pauline Flora, age 97, of Ottawa, Kansas, died Monday, May 12, 2025 at AdventHealth Ottawa in Ottawa, Kansas.
Cremation is planned with a memorial visitation to be held at 10:00am, Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at Dengel & Son Mortuary, Ottawa.
Inurnment at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Centropolis, Kansas.
She was born on Monday, November 21, 1927 in Rantoul, Kansas, the daughter of David...
Richard Eugene Wadley
May 11, 2025
Richard Eugene Wadley, 94, of Paola, passed away on May 11, 2025, at Olathe Medical Center.
He was born on October 5, 1930, in Paola, Kansas.
Richard served in the Navy and as a Marine before working in the Logistics Department for United Moving Company for 40 years.
On June 17, 2001, he married Oreta Wadley (Bryan). Richard and Oreta lived in Paola,...
Taylor "Pecos" Bain
May 10, 2025
Taylor "Pecos" Bain left this world too soon on May 10, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri.
The visitation will be held at 10:30 am, Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Dengel & Son Mortuary - Louisburg Chapel, 1 Aquatic Drive, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Funeral service will follow at 11:30 am. Interment will be held following the service at the Louisburg Cemetery. All...
Miriam Loraine Ferguson
May 10, 2025
Miriam Loraine Ferguson, born September 27, 1943 in Baldwin City, Kansas, the daughter of Donald E. and Eldred L. (Fisher) Rappard. She went home to Jesus on Saturday, May 10, 2025 at the age of eighty-one. She grew up on a farm in Overbrook, Kansas, attended Globe grade school in Douglas County, Kansas and graduated from Baldwin High School with...
Verla Alexander
May 8, 2025
Verla Alexander, a beloved member of the Ottawa and Franklin County community, passed away on May 8, 2025, at her residence surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 30, 1936, in Ottawa, Kansas, she was the cherished daughter of Robert and Leta (Triplett) Service.
Verla's remarkable life was characterized by dedication to her family, a robust work ethic, and a...
Carol Jean Walker
May 8, 2025
Carol Jean Yackle Walker, age 77, of Paola KS passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on May 8, 2025. Carol was born on September 18, 1947 in Paola, Kansas to Warren and Jean Yackle.
Carol graduated from Ursuline Academy in 1965. She married Larry Edward Walker on June 18, 1966. They were married for 54 years and the union brought...
Edward "Ed" Max Scheffer
May 5, 2025
Edward Max “Ed” Scheffer, 71 of Paola, passed away in his sleep on May 5, 2025, at his home.
A native of Paola, Ed was born on October 30, 1953, to Bill and Mary Scheffer. Ed attended Holy Trinity in Paola and was a proud 1971 graduate of Paola High School, where he first became known as a standout athlete. “Big...
Richard "Rick" Dean Johnson
May 4, 2025
Richard (Rick) Dean Johnson, 85, passed away at Advent Health in Ottawa, Kansas on May 4, 2025. Rick was born on December 2, 1939, to Elmer and Velma Johnson of Topeka, Kansas. The family later moved to Marysville, Kansas where Rick attended Marysville High School. At the age of 17, he joined the Navy and proudly served on the USS...
