Adrian "Ace" Waskowitz
Feb 3, 2026
Adrian "Ace" Waskowitz, 94, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at his home.
A full obituary will be available shortly.
Cremation is planned with private family services being held later.
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Dennis A. Jones
Feb 2, 2026
Dennis A. Jones, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully at home on February 2, 2026, at the age of 85. Born on April 15, 1940, in El Dorado, Kansas, Dennis was the beloved son of Harry and Vanita (Wright) Jones.
A life rooted in agriculture, Dennis devoted his career to farming and also took pride in his mechanic...
Dale Eugene Holler
Feb 2, 2026
Dale Eugene Holler, a dedicated pipefitter and cherished member of the Kansas community, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas. Born on August 29, 1945, in McPherson County, he lived a life full of purpose and passion, leaving us with lasting memories and a legacy of hard work.
Dale made his way to Paola in 1967, riding in...
Sandra Ann "Sandy" Fennel
Feb 1, 2026
Sandra Ann "Sandy" Fennel, born on July 17, 1936, in Taylorsville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2026, in Spring Hill, Kansas. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth and love, having touched the lives of many through her kindness and vibrant spirit.
Sandy was well-loved and cherished, known for her friendly demeanor and ability to forge lasting friendships within...
Carlton "Darrell" Lee
Jan 31, 2026
Carlton "Darrell" Lee, 75, passed away on January 31, 2026.
Services are pending, please check back later for updated service times.
A full obituary will be available shortly.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made payable to Cowley County Fire District #4 Firefighter Fund, P.O. Box 84, Udall, KS 67146.
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Edward L. Golubski
Jan 31, 2026
Edward Golubski passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, January 31, 2026. He was born August 19, 1937 to Anthony Golubski and Julia Ceselski in Kansas City, Kansas. After graduating from Wyandotte High School in 1956 he joined the Marines. He was honorably discharged in 1963 and returned to Kansas City where he met the love of his life, Leota...
Carolyn Yvonne Berry
Jan 30, 2026
Carolyn Yvonne Berry, age 84, of Harris, Kansas, passed away on January 30, 2026, at the Osage Nursing Center in Osage City, Kansas. She was born on November 11, 1941, in Princeton, Kansas, to the late Bruce Spencer Roush and Mary Maxine (Hutton) Roush.
Throughout her life, Carolyn embodied a spirit of resilience and dedication. Her first marriage was to Darold...
Richard J Dillon
Jan 30, 2026
Richard J. Dillon, age 88, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away on January 30, 2026, at Rock Creek, Ottawa, Kansas.
He was born on May 24, 1937, in Gardner, Kansas, the son of George H. Dillon and Lola S. (Ikenberry) Dillon.
Richard grew up on a family farm north of Pomona and attended Appanoose Schools, graduating in 1955. He attended The College of...
Max L. Sharp
Jan 30, 2026
Max L. Sharp, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, at Louisburg Healthcare and Rehabilitation at the age of 89. Born on September 1, 1936, in Mariaville, Nebraska, Max lived a full and vibrant life.
Max had a distinguished career with the Federal Aviation Administration, where he dedicated many years of service as an Air Traffic Control Manager...
Harold Dean Attebery
Jan 28, 2026
Harold Dean Attebery passed away peacefully at his home on January 28, 2026, at the age of 84 surrounded by his family. Born on February 24, 1941, in Paola, Kansas, to Chester H. and Hazel P. (Arnholt) Attebery.
Harold started his career with Clements and Green as a salesman. Then he worked for Rainbow Bread, then he was transferred to Ottawa,...
William E. Griffin
Jan 28, 2026
Bill Griffin, Jr. of Paola passed away January 28th at North Point Skilled Nursing Center at the age of 91. Bill was born Nov. 22nd, 1934 in Nevada MO to Bill Griffin (Sr.) and Helen Griffin. Their family moved to Paola in 1948, where Bill attended Paola High School, graduating in 1952. He attended Pittsburg State University for a time...
Brenda Pearl May
Jan 26, 2026
Brenda Pearl May, age 72, passed away peacefully in her home in Ottawa, Kansas on January 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 27, 1953, in Emporia, Kansas, the daughter of John Alanzo and Ethel Jean (Gilmore) Hess, she was a remarkable woman whose life touched many.
Moving to Ottawa in 1976, Brenda had a fulfilling career, dedicating...
Robert Lee Coyan, Jr.
Jan 26, 2026
Robert “Lee” Coyan Jr., 64, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away at home on January 26, 2026.
Lee was born January 19, 1962, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to Robert Lee Coyan Sr. and Mary Jo Harley and raised by step-mother Dora Jean who was a loving mother to Lee and sister, Teressa.
Lee had a natural talent for working with his hands and a...
Patricia "Patsy" Ann Kettler
Jan 25, 2026
Patricia “Patsy” Ann Kettler, born on July 27, 1939, peacefully passed away on January 25, 2026.
Patsy was born in Kansas City, Kansas, to Lester and Urline (Eisenhower) Green. She was raised in rural Spring Hill, Kansas by her parents, step-mother, Vivian and father, Lester Green. After graduating from Spring Hill High School in 1957, she married Wayne Martin and became...
Homer C. "Sonny" Lewis Jr.
Jan 23, 2026
Homer C. “Sonny” Lewis Jr., a cherished husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 23, 2026, at the University of Kansas Health System Olathe Hospice House. He was born on June 23, 1952, in Kansas City, Missouri, son of Homer C. Lewis Sr. and Mildred (Cox) Lewis and lived a life filled with love, laughter, and meaningful...
Jim Gilmore
Jan 21, 2026
Jim Gilmore, a beloved figure in the community, passed away peacefully at the Kansas City Hospice House on January 21, 2026, at the age of 87. Born on September 15, 1938, in Sweet Springs, Missouri, Jim was a steadfast presence in the lives of many and will be remembered for his down-to-earth nature and cowboy spirit.
Jim's early life unfolded in...
Beverly Jean Dempsey
Jan 21, 2026
Beverly Jean Carruthers Dempsey (“Jean”) was born on January 8, 1928, in Kansas City, Missouri, and shortly thereafter settled with her family in Paola, Kansas, where she attended Paola High School.
In January 1946, she married Leo M. Dempsey (“Mike”) of Osawatomie, Kansas, after his return from service in World War II. They soon started a family and determined that Mike...
Cookie Long
Jan 19, 2026
Cookie Long, the daughter of Richard and Merna (Weinert) Wallace, passed away peacefully at her home in Overland Park, Kansas, on January 19, 2026. Born on September 1, 1949, in Topeka, Kansas, Cookie's life was marked by her incredible spirit and unwavering dedication to her family.
Cookie was married to her beloved husband, Darrell Long, on January 31, 1970. They first...
Jerry Allen Fritts
Jan 18, 2026
Jerry Allen Fritts was born at Ransom Memorial Hospital, Ottawa, Kansas to Opal (Shibe) Fritts and John Junior Fritts on May 31, 1950. He attended Eugene Field, then later Lincoln School in Ottawa. In 1960, his family moved to Sergeant Bluffs, Iowa for eighteen months. In 1962, they returned to Kansas, moving to their rural farm. Jerry went to Liberty...
Kathieleen Todd
Jan 17, 2026
Kathieleen Todd, a mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on January 17, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas. She was born on January 14, 1953, in Twin Falls, Idaho. Kathieleen worked for many years at King Radio in Olathe.
A student of Paola High School, Kathieleen is survived by her daughters Rhonda Kalyta, Angie Hiner, and Autumn Clark; her son James...
