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Lela Maxine Bruner
Apr 7, 2025
Lela Maxine Nester Bruner, 88, passed away on Monday, April 7, from natural causes with her family by her side.
Maxine was born on February 8, 1937, the fourth of eight children to John Nester and Arma Francis Nester in Elkhart, Kansas. Maxine’s life started humbly on a farm in southwestern Kansas, but it was rich with love, faith and adventure.
Maxine...
Rick Darren McIntosh
Apr 6, 2025
Rick Darren McIntosh, 61 of Lenexa, KS left this world on Sunday, April 6th following a series of heart attacks that had him hospitalized for a few weeks. Rick was born September 30, 1963 in Covington, England, the son of Doug & Christine (Brady) McIntosh. He graduated college with a degree in Architectural Engineering before serving 8 years in the...
Charles Michael Bruch
Apr 6, 2025
Charles Michael Bruch, 75, passed away peacefully on April 6th, 2025 at Olathe Medical Center.Mike, as he was known to friends and family, was born January 1st, 1950 to Elder and Pauline (Shults) Bruch in Paola,KS.After highschool Mike served as a Sergeant in the US Airforce servicing aircraft in Oregon and North Dakota.Mike worked as a Postal carrier in Miami...
Terence W. Herron
Apr 6, 2025
Terence (Terry) Ward Herron, age 70, of Paola, KS, passed away on Sunday, April 6th.
Terry was born on June 13th,1954 in Victorville, CA to Marge Slater and Charles Herron. He graduated from the University of Kansas and went on to a long career utilizing his mechanical engineering degree and entrepreneurial spirit.
Terry married Amy Sevy in 1984, and together they raised...
Patsy Ruth Gallagher
Apr 4, 2025
We announce the passing of Patsy Ruth Gallagher on Friday, April 4, 2025, in the home. Patsy was surrounded by her Husband, Rollie Gallagher, and daughter Stacy Harrington.
“Remember that people are only guests in your story – the same way you are only a guest in theirs – so make the chapters worth reading.” – Lauren Klarfeld
Patsy was born in...
Sherry Lynn Hendrickson
Apr 1, 2025
Sherry Lynn Hendrickson, 78, of Paola, passed away on April 1, 2025, at North Point Skilled Nursing Home.
She was born on January 24, 1947, to Jim and Josphine (Danielson) Noble in San Diego, CA.
Sherry worked in Insurance Claims for over 40 years.
Sherry made her home in Paola, Kansas where she raised her two sons.
She enjoyed spending her time bowling, square...
Teresita Louise Neilsen
Mar 30, 2025
Teresita Louise Neilsen, age 84, of Cleveland, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at her home.
Rosary will be prayed at 9:30 am, Friday, April 4, 2025, at Queen of the Holy Rosary Wea Catholic Church, 22779 Metcalf Road, Bucyrus, Kansas 66013. Visitation will follow from 10:00 am to 10:30 am. Funeral mass will take place at 10:30...
Cathleen Renee Fisher
Mar 29, 2025
Cathleen Renee Fisher, lovingly known as Renee, passed away at Olathe Hospice House on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the age of 58. She was born on May 31, 1966, in Ottawa, Kansas, to Charles O. and Delores (Madison) Williams. Renee's journey through life began in the heart of Ottawa, where she created many cherished memories.
Renee graduated from Ottawa High...
Helen Irene Blakeman
Mar 29, 2025
Helen Irene Blakeman, born on August 6, 1940, in Paola, Kansas, peacefully passed away on March 29, 2025, at The Villages at Olathe, Kansas. She was a cherished member of her community and a beloved matriarch of her family.
Helen dedicated 32 years of her life as a legal secretary, bringing professionalism and diligence to her role. Her academic journey started...
Daniel Patino
Mar 28, 2025
Daniel Patino age 85 of Paola, passed away March 28th at the St. Lukes Hospital. Cremation, no services are planned. Husband of Joanie Rinehart Patino.
Ruth Trendel
Mar 26, 2025
Ruth Trendel, age 73, of Pomona, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Overland Park Regional Medical center surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on December 30, 1951, in Garnett, Kansas, to Louis and Frances (Tinsley) Ecord. She spent the majority of her life living in Franklin County.
Ruth’s identity revolved around being a mother and...
Eva Mae Mount
Mar 24, 2025
Eva Mae Mount, age 80, of Miami County, died on March 24, 2025, at Louisburg Health Care and Rehab Center in Louisburg, Kansas.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Sunday, April 27, 2025, at the Louisburg United Methodist Church, 249 N Metcalf Road, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Final resting place will be the Bucyrus Cemetery.
Eva Mae was born on...
Delores Pearl Dickinson
Mar 24, 2025
Delores Pearl (McClelland) Dickinson passed away peacefully Monday, March 24, 2025, at the Olathe Health Hospice House, Olathe, Kansas. She was born December 26, 1936, the daughter of Max and Susie McClelland on a farm in Franklin County. Ten years later, Delores was joined by a baby sister, Kathleen.
Delores attended school in Williamsburg where in high school she met her...
Keith Alston Brown
Mar 24, 2025
With heavy hearts and longing for more time with our loved one, we announce the passing of Keith A Brown on Monday, March 24, 2025. Keith was surrounded by his wife, Marian "Francine", his daughters Tammy & Gina and his granddaughter, Mikayla.
Keith was born in Lawrence, Ks on October 4, 1946, to Emma Irene Smith. Keith was a successful business...
James C. West
Mar 23, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Christian West, who left us on March 23, 2025, at the age of 45. Born on February 7, 1980, James lived a life of devotion to his family, friends, and work, leaving a lasting impact on all who knew him. He passed away at home from heart-related issues.
James...
Nancy Jane Bennett
Mar 22, 2025
Nancy was the daughter of Neil B. Bullock and Mary F. Baxter. Born and raised in Ottawa, she had many wonderful aunts and uncles and had a special relationship with her aunt Ilo.
From an early age, Nancy loved cats. She attributed her affection for felines to her Pop Bullock, her grandfather, who introduced young Nancy to his feline companion. Neil...
Jack Samuel Christian
Mar 20, 2025
Jack Samuel Christian, a beloved member of the Ottawa, Kansas community, passed away on March 20, 2025, at Delmar Gardens of Lenexa, Kansas. He was born on April 1, 1920, in Warrensburg, Missouri, and spent a remarkable life dedicated to his family, career, and service to his country and others.
Jack had an enduring career in floor covering, being self-employed, he...
Larry Dean Brewer
Mar 19, 2025
Larry Dean Brewer passed away on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at Olathe Health Hospice House. A visitation will take place at Dengel & Son Mortuary-Paola Chapel on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. A funeral service will take place the following day on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, beginning at 10:30 am. Burial will follow the services...
Rex Edward Browning
Mar 19, 2025
The strongest man we know, Rex Edward Browning transitioned into the arms of Jesus surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 19, 2025. Rex was born December 12, 1939, to Robert and Grace (Baer) Browning. He would tell you up until the end that he “never had a bad day in his life”.
He was an ornery kid who enjoyed life...
Thelma Mae Butler
Mar 18, 2025
Thelma Mae Butler, age 91, of Ottawa, Kansas passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Rock Creek of Ottawa, Ottawa, Kansas.
She was born in Batesville, Mississippi on July 29, 1933, the daughter of Shuford and Partee (Childress) Ray.
Thelma is survived by daughter Vickie Ridenour of Ottawa, Kansas.
Cremation is planned with no services scheduled at this time.
