Nov 20, 2024

Clyde Mathis, a beloved resident of Paola, KS, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2024, surrounded by his Vintage Park community—friends and staff who Clyde called family. He was 90 years of age. 

You could say that Clyde was born with a twinkle in his eye, a smile on his face and an innate knack for making others laugh. He lived...

Nov 17, 2024

Kathleen Grimes, 94, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on November 17, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospice House in Kansas City, Missouri.

A celebration of life reception will be held from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm, Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the Hillsdale Presbyterian Church, 22875 W 255th Street, Paola, Kansas 66071. 

Kathleen was born on July 24, 1930, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, the...

Nov 16, 2024

Elsa Mae Hale, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2024, in Paola, KS, at the age of 100.

A member of The Greatest Generation, Elsa Mae Wilson was born on October 18, 1924 to Frank and Janie Wilson on their family farm, in Henley, MO. She was the youngest of two daughters, and shared...

Nov 16, 2024

Dennis Glenn Webber, 71, of Paola, KS passed away on November 16, 2024. 

Services are currently pending at this time.

Nov 14, 2024

Thomas "Tommy" Harmon, 38 passed away on November 14, 2024. He leaves behind the love of his life, Jerrica, and their boys Linden and Trey. Other survivors include Angela Hutchison (Jessie Gonzales) of Pomona, Tonya (Daniel) Forbis of Williamsburg, Bryant (Cassie) Harmon of Centropolis, Alyssa (Marky) McCain of Overbrook, Macayla Harmon of Topeka, and his mother Becky Harmon of Michigan...

Nov 13, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Ray Ballard, aged 54, who departed this world on November 13, 2024. Michael was born on April 25, 1970, in Elkhart, Kansas, and he lived a life filled with joy, laughter, and a remarkable spirit that touched all who knew him.

Michael was the son of Janice Ogle and...

Nov 13, 2024

Susanne B. Magnenat, 90, of Osawatomie, passed away on November 13, 2024, at Vintage Park of Osawatomie with her daughter by her side. 

Visitation will be Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at Dengel & Son Mortuary-Paola Chapel beginning at 9:30am with a funeral service to follow beginning at 10:30am. Burial will take place at Paola Cemetery following the funeral service. 

She was born...

Nov 11, 2024

Hester L. Shively, 93, of Osawatomie, passed away on November 11, 2024 at Vintage Park Osawatomie. 

She was born on October 17, 1931 to Roscoe and Ruth (Corey) Corn at Stilwell, KS.

On January 19, 1952, she married Jack Shively. Hester and Jack lived in Osawatomie for over 70 years. They owned the Osawatomie Auction and Salvage Food Store for 15 years....

Nov 9, 2024

Ivan "Wade" Upshaw, 76, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on November 9, 2024, at his home peacefully with his wife beside him. 

A visitation will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2024, beginning at 10:00am at the Victory Baptist Church of Osawatomie with a funeral service to follow at 11:00am. There will be a private family graveside service. 

He was born on...

Nov 8, 2024

November 8, 2024, Sandra Lee Snethen ‘took the bus’. She began life’s journey on November 17, 1946, in Angola, IN born to Alfred and Naomi Poe. The family moved to Whitehall, MI when she was very young. Sandy enjoyed riding her bike to the beach and hanging out with the family dog Nana, a giant St Bernard. A new opportunity...

Nov 8, 2024

Debra Johns, a cherished mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, in Ottawa, Kansas. Born on February 25, 1956, in Kansas City, Missouri, she was a person who embodied kindness and compassion, touching the lives of everyone she met. 

Debra gave her life to her family, serving as a loving homemaker and the proud mother of her...

Nov 7, 2024

Glen Allen McCullough, 71, of Ottawa, Kansas passed away Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Rock Creek of Ottawa, Ottawa, Kansas.

Graveside services will be held 1:00pm, Monday, November 25, 2024, at Stanton Cemetery, Osawatomie, Kansas.

Glen was born on August 20, 1953, in Ottawa, Kansas, the son of Homer McCullough and Corina (Belle) Alexander.

Having lived in Ottawa since 2016, Glen had previously...

Nov 4, 2024

Rebecca “Becky” Sue Berg, age 75, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024, at her home. 

Visitation will be held from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm, Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the family home, 14425 K 68 Hwy, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Celebration of life will follow at 2:00 pm. 

Becky was born on July 1, 1949, in Larned, Kansas,...

Nov 2, 2024

Vicki Darlene Pulis, 68, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at The University of Kansas Hospital, Kansas City, Kansas.

Cremation is planned with a private family graveside to be held at a later date.

Inurnment Highland Cemetery.

Vicki was born Saturday, July 14, 1956, in Ottawa, Kansas, the daughter of...

Oct 31, 2024

Julie Elizabeth Clary age 56 of Paola passed away peacefully at home on October 31st. A Visitation will be Saturday November 9th 1pm to 2pm with a celebration at 2:30pm at the Dengel and Son Mortuary in Paola.

Surviving Julie is her husband Dave of the home, Three sons, Nathan Keene (Jennifer), Aaron Keene (Sam), Matt Clary...

Oct 31, 2024

Eva Waisner, age 79, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024, at Olathe Medical Center.

Visitation and funeral will be held at Dengel & Son Mortuary - Paola Chapel, 305 N Pearl Street, Paola, Kansas. Visitation will be held from 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., with the Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 p.m. on...

Oct 30, 2024

Robert “Bob” Sarnecki, age 78, of Bucyrus, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, at Saint Luke’s South Hospital, Overland Park, Kansas.

Visitation will be held at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Queen of the Holy Rosary Wea Catholic Church, 22779 Metcalf Road, Bucyrus, Kansas 66013. Rosary will be prayed at 10:40 am, followed...

Oct 28, 2024

Sylva “Maxine” (Needham) Phares, 76, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away October 28, 2024, at Richmond Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Maxine was born Sunday, November 16, 1947, in Ottawa, Kansas, the daughter of Max Calvin and Barbara June (Phillips) Needham.

She grew up in Lane, Kansas, and attended school at the Lane School until her junior...

Oct 27, 2024

Clora Janice Kern, 78, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024 at Menorah Medical Center, Overland Park, Kansas.

Funeral services will be held 11:00am, Thursday, October 31, 2024 at First Baptist Church of Ottawa, Ottawa, Kansas. The family will greet friends from 10-11:00am prior to services. Interment will follow at Ruhamah Cemetery in Rantoul, Kansas....

Oct 27, 2024

Mary Louise Colwell, 83, of Ottawa, Franklin County, Kansas passed away peacefully Sunday October 27, 2024, at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Graveside services will be held 10:00am, Thursday, November 7, 2024, at Washington Creek Cemetery, Overbrook, Kansas.

Family will greet friends from 4-6:00pm, Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at Dengel & Son Mortuary,...