Rex Loyd Crane
Jun 26, 2025
Rex Loyd Crane, a dedicated husband, father, and cherished member of his community, passed away on June 26, 2025, at his residence after bravely battling cancer. He was born on May 2, 1949, in Ottawa, Kansas, and spent his life leaving a lasting impact on those fortunate enough to know him.
Rex graduated from Ottawa High School in 1967, laying the...
Harry A. North
Jun 24, 2025
Harry A. North, a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at his home on June 24, 2025 at the age of 89, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on February 13, 1936 at the family farm in rural Franklin County, Kansas, the son of Frank and Daisy (Jones) North. The family moved to Ottawa, Kansas where Harry attended...
Allen Christopher Hill
Jun 23, 2025
Allen Christopher Hill, a beloved husband, dad, and pops, passed away on June 23, 2025, at AdventHealth of Ottawa in Ottawa, Kansas. He was born on January 8, 1968, in Big Spring, Texas, the cherished son of Jimmy Hill Jr. and Mavis (Smith) Hill, both of whom preceded him in death.
A dedicated soldier, Allen proudly served in the United States...
Gerald Bernard Didde
Jun 23, 2025
Gerald Bernard Didde, known as Gerry, was born on October 20, 1949, in Emporia, Kansas to parents Bernard and Dorothy (Diebolt) Didde. He passed away on June 23, 2025, at the Villa St Francis Catholic Care Center in Olathe, Kansas.
A lifelong resident of Ottawa, Kansas, Gerry proudly went to Sacred Heart School and then graduated as part of the class...
Beverly Kay Vogler
Jun 23, 2025
Beverly Kay Vogler, a cherished member of the Franklin County community and a devoted family member, passed away on June 23, 2025, at the Olathe Hospice House in Olathe, Kansas. Born on July 26, 1936, in Ottawa, Kansas to parents George and Hallie (Pearson) Kyle. Beverly was a lifelong resident of Franklin County and a proud graduate of Wellsville High...
Larry "Jake" Jacobs
Jun 21, 2025
Larry "Jake" Jacobs, a treasured member of the Paola community, passed away on June 21, 2025, at the Olathe Hospice House at the age of 84. Born on November 26, 1940, in Paola, Kansas, Jake lived a life filled with work, family, and fellowship.
Jake's career was marked by dedication and skill, starting as a quality control inspector at Taylor Forge...
Joseph H. "Joe" Suther, Sr.
Jun 21, 2025
Joseph H. "Joe" Suther, Sr., a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully at his home in Williamsburg, Kansas, on June 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on December 25, 1933, in Axtell, Kansas, the son of Fred and Freda (Tegeler) Suther, Joe dedicated his life to service, both in his professional career and through his...
Karen I. Weis
Jun 21, 2025
Karen I. Weis, 80, of Paola, KS, passed away Saturday June 21, 2025, at the Olathe Hospice House. A visitation will be held from 6-8PM on Thursday June 26th at Dengel & Son Mortuary in Paola. A private graveside will follow at the Paola Cemetery.
Karen was born December 12, 1944, in Kansas City, Missouri to John Xavier Sifers and Fayetta...
Edith Pearl Cutburth Kohler
Jun 20, 2025
Edith Pearl Cutburth Kohler, 94 of Paola, KS passed away Friday June 20, 2025 at Rock Creek Care Home in Ottawa. A visitation will be 6-8PM Wednesday June 25th at Dengel & Son Mortuary in Paola, followed by a graveside service 10am Thursday at Paola Cemetery.
Edith was born September 27th, 1930 to Martha Mildred (Hughes) Jackson and Everett Jackson of...
Sondra Kay Gilmore
Jun 17, 2025
Sondra Kay Gilmore, a beloved educator, devoted family member, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 81.
Born on July 13, 1943, in Quincy, Illinois, Sondra's journey through life was marked by her passion for teaching and her unwavering love for her family.
A proud graduate of Quincy Senior High School, Sondra’s...
Teresa Ann Jackson
Jun 15, 2025
Teresa A. Jackson, 76, of Paola, KS passed away Sunday June 15, 2025, at the Olathe Hospice House after a brief battle with tongue cancer. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date.
Teresa was born August 13, 1948, in Kansas City, MO to Lawrence and Ruth Pirner. Teresa graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School in...
Lewis Thomas "Tom" Coddington
Jun 15, 2025
Lewis Thomas (Tom) Coddington, 81, of Paola, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Tom was born in Garnett, Kansas, at Dr. Carter's Hospital on December 26th, 1943, to Ernest and Lois Coddington. He was raised on Coddington's Dairy Farm where chores before and after school were a way of life. As a young boy, Tom grew to...
Gary D. Lasher
Jun 15, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Gary Lasher, who departed this life on June 15th 2025, at the age of 81 surrounded by loved ones.
Gary was born on March 30,1944 in Kansas City, Missouri to Lloyd and Charldean Lasher. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother and friend. He was known for...
Joseph "Joe" Weaver
Jun 15, 2025
Joseph "Joe" Weaver, age 84, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, in Olathe, Kansas. Born on March 15, 1941, in Osawatomie, Kansas, he was a proud member of the local community and a cherished father, husband, grandfather, and brother.
Joe graduated from Osawatomie High School with the class of 1959. Shortly thereafter, he joined the Army Reserve, serving from February...
Kathryn Peckman
Jun 14, 2025
Kathryn Peckman, a devoted community leader, loving mother, and cherished friend, passed away on June 14, 2025, in Osawatomie, Kansas, at the age of 82. Born on November 19, 1942, in Sedalia, Missouri, Kathy's life journey began in a modest town and evolved into a remarkable tale of commitment to her profession, family, and community.
Kathy embarked on a varied and...
Dale N. Dieterich, Jr.
Jun 12, 2025
Dale N. Dieterich, Jr., a cherished resident of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on March 19, 1948, in Lawrence, Kansas, he was the son of Dale Dieterich, Sr. and Katherine (Heck) Dieterich, who have predeceased him.
A proud graduate of Ottawa High School, Dale completed his education at the Kansas State...
Daniel Walter "Dan" Smith, Jr.
Jun 10, 2025
Daniel Walter “Dan” Smith, Jr., 68, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Olathe Medical Center, Olathe, Kansas. He was born on April 12, 1957 in Charlotte, North Carolina, the son of Daniel Smith Sr. and Valerie (Hill) Smith.
Dan's journey in life began in Iola, Kansas, where he attended local schools. He later moved to Fredonia, Kansas,...
Phyllis F. Foster
Jun 9, 2025
Phyllis F. Foster, 98, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025 at Rock Creek of Ottawa in Ottawa, Kansas.
Memorial graveside services will be held 1:30pm, Friday, June 27, 2025, at Bean Cemetery in Little River, Kansas.
She was born on Friday, June 3, 1927 in Little River, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Olive Lucinda (Baxter) Foster. She grew...
Patricia Ann Zamora
Jun 9, 2025
Patricia Ann Zamora, a beloved mother, sister, and wife, passed away peacefully at her home in Ottawa, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family on June 9, 2025. Born on July 21, 1951, in Herington, Kansas, Patricia was the cherished daughter of Marvin and Esther (Richert) Funk.
Patricia's educational journey began at Hillsborough High School, where she graduated with the class of...
Leocadio Matias, Jr.
Jun 4, 2025
Leocadio Matias, Jr., a distinguished Finance Officer and proud Army veteran, passed away peacefully at his home in Ottawa, Kansas, on June 4, 2025, with his wife by his side.
Leocadio dedicated several years of his professional life to the Texas Department of Transportation, where he worked diligently before retiring in 2013. His commitment to service extended beyond his career; he...
