Nicholas William Modes
Apr 25, 2026
Nicholas William Modes, age 26, passed away at his Paola KS home, on April 25th, 2026.
Nick as most knew him was born July 15, 1999, the only child of Richard and Sheryl (Staley) Modes.
Surviving are his parents, his half-brother, Jason Modes of KS, Uncles and Aunts: William (Charissa) Modes of FL, Timothy (Sandra Modes) Walker of CO, William (Deborah Staley)...
John Robert Clark
May 16, 2026
John Robert Clark, 80, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, Missouri.
Visitation will be held at 10:00 am, Thursday, May 21, 2026, at the Louisburg First Baptist Church, 406 S Vine Street, Louisburg, Kansas 66053. Celebration of life will follow at 11:00 am. Burial will follow at the Louisburg...
Lilia A. Ultreras
May 16, 2026
Lilia A. Ultreras, passed away on May 16, 2026, at AdventHealth of Ottawa in Ottawa, Kansas. Born on November 30, 1967, in Jerez, Mexico, Lilia lived a life marked by dedication, love, and quiet strength.
Lilia began her professional career working at American Eagle as an Operations Clerk, where she was known for her diligence and commitment to her work. Beyond...
Karen Ann Schmoe
May 14, 2026
Karen Ann Schmoe passes away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at her home in Baldwin City Kansas surrounded by the love of family and the memories of life beautifully lived. Born on April 29, 1958, in Ottawa, Kansas, Karen lived a life filled with compassion, laughter, hard work, and unwavering devotion to those she loved most.
A graduate of Ottawa High...
Ruby L. Chrisman
May 9, 2026
Ruby L. Chrisman, a devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished member of her community, passed away on May 9, 2026, at Louisburg Healthcare and Rehab. Born Ruby L. Nelson on February 21, 1941, in Mulberry, Kansas, she was the youngest of fourteen children born to Winfield and Millie Escue Nelson.
Throughout her life, Ruby dedicated herself to caring for others. She worked...
Jason Seaman
May 9, 2026
It is with deep sorrow and great love that we announce the passing of Jason Lee Seaman, 53, Born on February 23, 1973 of Ottawa, Kansas, who left this world on May 9, 2026
He graduated from Chapman High School in 1991, forming friendships that lasted decades and becoming the kind of person who never knew a stranger. Friendship meant everything...
Doug Richardson
May 9, 2026
Doug Richardson, 82, of Louisburg, Kansas, passed away on May 9, 2026, in Hillsdale, Kansas. Born on December 24, 1943, in Paola, Kansas, Doug's life was marked by steadfast commitment, family devotion, and a deep love for the outdoors.
Doug grew up in Louisburg, Kansas, where he attended school and graduated from Louisburg High School as part of the class of...
Barry Lee Watts
May 8, 2026
Barry Lee Watts, a dedicated self-employed landscaper and devoted family man, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, at his home in Centropolis, Kansas. Born on May 26, 1954, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Barry was the beloved son of Norman and Adeline (Myers) Watts.
Barry’s life was driven by his love for working with his hands and his love for nature. As...
Karen Jane Robinson
May 8, 2026
Karen Jane Robinson of Lawrence, Kansas passed away Friday, May 8, 2026. Karen was born on July 21, 1945, to Bennie and Freda L. Sheeder. She enjoyed her time on the farm, such as playing in the timber on wooden horses. Also, she attended a one room school, similar to the school that she enjoyed reading about in the Laura...
Joan G. Krumm
May 7, 2026
Joan G. Krumm, age 90, of Paola Kansas, was called to her heavenly home, on the wings of angels, on May 7, 2026. She was born on October 7, 1935 in Olathe, Kansas.
Her greatest treasure was her family, whom she deeply loved and cherished. Joanie was a devoted Mamma of 6 children: Thomas (Diane) Krumm, Jeanne (Phil) Hausman, Janet (Billy)...
James Arthur Shields
May 3, 2026
James Arthur Shields, a respected horse trader, farrier, and dedicated public servant, passed away on May 3, 2026, at Heritage Gardens Healthcare and Rehab in Oskaloosa, Kansas. Born on September 3, 1942, in Iowa City, Iowa, James lived a life marked by commitment, hard work, and a deep passion for horses.
Throughout his career, James dedicated many years to the care...
Randall G Foster
May 3, 2026
Randall G. Foster, affectionately known to many as Randy, passed away on May 3, 2026, at his residence. Born on April 1, 1953, in Iola, Kansas, to Delmar and Marion Hess Foster. Randy lived a life characterized by dedication to his work, a passion for music and sports, and a deep appreciation for the company of family and friends.
Randy's educational...
Cheryl Lynn Poole
May 1, 2026
Cheryl Lynn (DeWald) Poole was born April 10, 1945 in Ottawa, Kansas. The sixth child born to Kenneth E. and Delores DeWald.
She grew up in Ottawa, graduating with the Ottawa High School class of 1963.
Her first job after graduation was as an office worker for Best Truck Lines. She later moved to Kansas City with a friend, there she went...
Doris Marie Elwood
Apr 28, 2026
Doris Marie Elwood, 91, of Bucyrus, KS, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026. Doris was born in Paola, KS to Callie Raymond Porter and Kester Mae Barnes Porter on October 30, 1934. She went to school at Paola High School, when she met and later married the love of her life, Gerald Oren Elwood Jr. (Jerry), on December 30,...
William Wesley "Bill" Roberts, Sr.
Apr 27, 2026
William Wesley “Bill” Roberts, Sr. passed away peacefully at his home in Lawrence, Kansas on Monday, April 27, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on May 8, 1938 in Ottawa, Kansas, the son of William David and Inez (Burkhart) Roberts. He graduated from Ottawa High School in 1956.
After a few miscellaneous jobs, he joined the Plumbers and...
Lue Willie Berry
Apr 26, 2026
Lue Willie (Harvey) Berry, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on April 26, 2026. Born April 17, 1934, in Grenada, Mississippi, to Ennis and Sallie Harvey, Lue was the oldest of 13 children - a role that reflected the care, strength, and steady love she carried throughout her life.
Warm, caring, and deeply welcoming, Lue made her home a...
Clyde Elmer Rookstool
Apr 26, 2026
Clyde Rookstool, 85, of Fontana, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home with family on April 26, 2026. As the root of our family, he grounded us with love and wisdom. His light will be deeply missed, but what he planted in us will remain.
Clyde was born at home on October 14, 1940 in Parker, Kansas to Grace Cornett Rookstool and...
Dianne Lynn Harris
Apr 26, 2026
Dianne Lynn Harris, 67, passed away on April 26, 2026, at Saint Luke's Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born on January 22, 1959, in Madison, Wisconsin, where she grew up and attended school. Her early years were marked by a spirit of adventure, as she traveled around the country as...
Gussie Dean Olson
Apr 24, 2026
Gussie Dean Olson, a dedicated educator and beloved member of his community, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026. Born on July 27, 1935 on a farm in Mayetta, Kansas, he was the son of Gussie and Ines (Cordon) Olson.
For eight years, Dean attended the Wigwam School (a one-room school house), was a graduate of Mayetta High School in the...
Sean C. Everhart
Apr 22, 2026
Sean Christopher Everhart, age 49, passed away on April 22, 2026. He was born on May 15, 1976, at Saint Luke's Hospital.
Sean was raised on his family's farm near Paola, Kansas, where he lived at home with his parents, Larry and Carol Everhart and brother Russell. At a youthful age he loved to play King on the Corner with his...
