Willa Smith
Jul 19, 2026
Willa Smith, born on August 2, 1932, in Hillsdale, Kansas, passed away peacefully in Paola, Kansas, on July 19, 2026, at the age of 93.
Willa’s journey began in the quiet town of Hillsdale, where she was born to Edward and Alma Dalton. Her formative years were spent in Raytown, Missouri. Willa graduated from Raytown High School in 1950, marking the...
Mary Iona Christie
Jul 17, 2026
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David Green
Jul 17, 2026
David Green, 78, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on Friday, July 17, 2026, at AdventHealth Shawnee Mission.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, Friday, July 24, 2026, at Dengel & Son Mortuary - Paola Chapel, 305 N Pearl Street, Paola, Kansas 66071.
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Jo Ann Davidson
Jul 17, 2026
Jo Ann Davidson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026, in Louisburg, Kansas, at the age of 74. Born on May 8, 1952, in Carrollton, Missouri, Jo Ann’s life was defined by deep roots in her community, steady devotion to her family, practical wisdom, and a gentle heart.
She spent her early years in...
Linda Dianne Warren
Jul 14, 2026
Linda Dianne Warren passed away peacefully at her home in Paola, Kansas, on July 14, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on November 18, 1946, in Brinkley, Arkansas, to J.C. and Ruth Bates. Linda’s journey through life was filled with love, resilience, and a deep commitment to her family.
Linda spent the majority of her childhood and...
Allan R. Green
Jul 11, 2026
Allan R. Green, born December 29, 1937, departed this life on July 11, 2026, in Ottawa, Kansas.
Allan was the son of Kenneth and Ruth Green. He is remembered as a devoted son, father, brother and friend.
He is survived by his two sons, David Green and Brian Green, his brother Larry Green, and his dear friends Crystal Baker and Refugio Rosales.
Throughout...
Ruby Burroughs
Jul 10, 2026
Ruby F. Burroughs passed away on July 10, 2026, just a few weeks shy of her 87th birthday. Born on July 30, 1939, in Stanton, Texas. She was the daughter of Clark Wood and Jean Lourie (Cockrell) Brady. Ruby’s life was marked by love and devotion to her family, dedication to her work and peace she found in her faith...
Timothy Allen Stamper
Jul 8, 2026
Timothy Allen Stamper, 66, of Paola, KS, passed away peacefully at his home on July 8, 2026, surrounded by his beloved family.
Tim was born in Independence, MO, to Terry and Mary Katherine, Tim grew up with a love for cars, motorcycles, fishing, animals, and the outdoors. He worked as a Union Machinist with Marley Cooling Tower and Weld Racing for...
Howard Wayne Curtis
Jul 7, 2026
Howard Wayne Curtis was born on October 11, 1941, at Ransom Memorial Hospital in Ottawa, Kansas, to Howard Glen and Rena Lera (Kirkpatrick) Curtis. His parents had traveled from their family farmstead in rural Ottawa for what they expected would be a routine trip, only to welcome an unexpected 10-pound baby boy—the fifth of eight children who would complete their...
Oletta Mae Ross
Jul 6, 2026
Oletta Mae Ross, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, in Louisburg, Kansas, just shy of her 88th birthday. She was born on July 24, 1938, in Elizabeth, Arkansas, and spent her formative years under the loving guidance of her grandfather.
Oletta’s journey took her from the quiet countryside of Arkansas to Kansas City, Missouri, a move that would set the...
Eugene "Gene" Joseph Bromert
Jul 5, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Joseph Bromert, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at Rock Creek of Ottawa Nursing Home in Ottawa, Kansas. He was born on August 23, 1935, in Carroll, Iowa, to William and Levina Bromert.
Gene lived a life marked by deep devotion—to his family, his passions, and the simple joys found in each...
Garry Joe Hall
Jul 5, 2026
Garry J. Hall, 79, passed away on July 5, 2026. He was born on November 28, 1946, in Ottawa, Kansas. Garry completed high school while enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a Submariner during the Vietnam War from 1964 to 1966 and remained in the Navy Reserve until 1970.
Garry was married to his first wife, Karadith "Kari"...
John "Jack" Gessler
Jul 5, 2026
John “Jack” Gessler—loving and dedicated Son, Brother, beloved Husband, devoted Father, and cherished, fun‑loving Grandfather—passed away on July 5, 2026, after a courageous battle with non‑Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Gentle‑hearted, joyful, and rooted deeply in his Catholic faith, Jack lived a life marked by love, service, and quiet strength. Born on September 6, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas, Jack’s 86 years were filled...
Deborah Lynn Boyer
Jul 4, 2026
Deborah Lynn Boyer, affectionately known as Deb, Debbie, Aunt Debbie, Dabra, Nana, and most importantly, Mom, your mom, your nana, your wife. We lost Debbie on July 4, 2026, at the age of 65, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply, many traditions, generosity, and unconditional love expressed in her own unique way.
Debbie was born on February 17, 1961,...
Michael Eugene Cater Sr.
Jul 3, 2026
Michael Eugene Cater, Sr., 82, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away at his home on Friday, July 3, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Mike was born on November 1, 1943, to Ida Carolyn Axe Cater and William Danford Cater. He was raised in Emporia, Kansas, by his mother, Ida, and his grandparents, Ethel and Herbert Axe, and later by his stepfather, Dean...
Joseph "Joe" Tucker
Jul 2, 2026
Joseph Edward Tucker passed away at home in Princeton, Kansas, on July 2, 2026, at the age of 67. Born on November 14, 1958, in Ottawa, Kansas. He graduated from Ottawa High School with the class of 1976, and spent his life surrounded by the people and the community he helped build—literally.
Joe was happiest in a field, on the farm,...
William "DeWayne" Dempsay
Jul 1, 2026
William “DeWayne” Dempsay, beloved father, brother, and friend, passed away on July 1, 2026, in Olathe, Kansas. Born on November 23, 1958, in Paola, Kansas, William’s life was a testament to hard work, creativity, and heartfelt connection with those around him.
DeWayne grew up in Rantoul, Kansas, and Gladstone, Missouri, forming lifelong roots in the heartland. He attended Central Heights and...
Diann Farmer
Jul 1, 2026
Diann (Layson) Farmer passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, in Kansas City, Kansas, at the age of 79. Born on September 1, 1946, in Kansas City, Missouri, she lived a full and meaningful life, cherished by all who knew her.
Diann grew up in Overland Park and graduated from Shawnee Mission West High School, laying the foundation for a lifetime...
Pamela Sue Hill
Jun 28, 2026
Pamela Sue Hill, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026, in Paola, Kansas. Born on January 20, 1949, in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, Pamela’s life was a tapestry of warmth, devotion, and accomplishment, stitched together by her unwavering love for family and her deep sense of community.
Pamela’s early years were shaped by the unique...
Dennis Wayne Rentz
Jun 28, 2026
Dennis Wayne Rentz, 68, of Paola, passed away on June 28, at Colonial Oaks Living Spring Hill surrounded by his family.
Dennis was born to Arnold and Leona (Lohaus) Rentz on March 18, 1958. He was baptized into the Lutheran faith on April 13, 1958, and confirmed his faith on April 23, 1972.
During his youth, Dennis mowed yards and worked at...
