Obituaries

Francis Adrian Ellis

Francis Adrian Ellis

Nov 10, 2018

Our most gracious Lord and Savior called Francis Adrian Ellis home on November 10th, 2018 in Lawrence, Kansas. Francis, 87, passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus and onto the wings of angels as he transitioned from the physical world into heaven’s paradise.

Francis was born to Opal Irene (Ramsey) and Thomas Ellis on January 19th, 1931...

Mary Marie Mclees

Mary Marie Mclees

Nov 7, 2018

There are no services scheduled at this time for Mary M. McLees, 85, Eudora. Mary passed away Wednesday, November 7, 2018 at Medicalodges Eudora.

Mary was born August 19, 1933 in Borger, TX, the daughter of Leonard S. and Opal W. (Epley) Johnson.

She was a member of the Bridgepoint Community Church in Lawrence.

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Brian Wilson Paulsen

Brian Wilson Paulsen

Nov 6, 2018

Brian Wilson Paulsen passed unexpectedly from this world on November 6, 2018 in Lawrence, Kansas at the age of 57. His friends and family, and most especially his beloved daughter, his mother, and his twin brother, grieve the loss of a man known for his exceptionally sweet and loving nature.

Brian was born in Cloud County, Kansas...

Jose “Joe” Elias Nobo

Jose “Joe” Elias Nobo

Nov 5, 2018

Devoted husband, father, and lifelong dreamer, Joe Nobo, 72, died on November 5 th 2018, in Lawrence, KS – following the recent loss of his wife, Missy, in August. As was true for his whole life, Joe’s devoted family attended to him in the final hours. He was at peace and ready to join his beloved wife for all...

Darlene Mae Sheriff

Darlene Mae Sheriff

Nov 2, 2018

Graveside services for Darlene Mae Kuhlman Sheriff, 86, Lawrence will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, November 16*, 2018 at Leavenworth National Cemetery in Leavenworth, Kansas. Darlene passed away Friday, November 2, 2018 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

Darlene was born April 4, 1932, to Wilbur and Alice Bailey Kuhlman in Kansas City, Kansas. Darlene grew up in...

Waneta D. Turner

Waneta D. Turner

Nov 2, 2018

Funeral services for Waneta Darlene Turner, 71, Baldwin City, KS will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at Warren-McElwain Funeral home. Burial will follow at Washington Creek Cemetery. Waneta passed away Friday, November 2, 2018 at Baldwin City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.

Waneta was born January 27, 1947 in Ottawa, Kansas, the daughter of...

Nancie Lea Bryant

Nancie Lea Bryant

Nov 1, 2018

Funeral services for Nancie Lea Bryant, 76, Oskaloosa will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 5, 2018 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Nancie passed away Thursday, November 1, 2018 at FW Huston Senior Living Center in Winchester, KS.

Nancie was born April 16, 1942 in Linwood, KS, the daughter...

Timothy E. Clark

Timothy E. Clark

Oct 30, 2018

Funeral services for Timothy E. Clark, 71, Eudora will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 3, 2018 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel in Eudora. Timothy passed away unexpectedly Tuesday morning, October 30, 2018 at his home.

Timothy was born September 15, 1947 in Bonner Springs, KS and was the son of Oliver and Betty (Courtney)...

Edgar (Ed) R. Grosdidier

Edgar (Ed) R. Grosdidier

Oct 29, 2018

Mass of Christian Burial for Edgar (Ed) R. Grosdidier, 86, Lawrence will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, October 29, 2018 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Eudora, Kansas. Burial will follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery. A luncheon will follow at the church after the burial. The family will greet friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 28,...

Arthur Naylor Bray Jr. (Skip)

Arthur Naylor Bray Jr. (Skip)

Oct 28, 2018

Arthur Naylor Bray Jr. (Skip) 64 of Topeka Kansas passed away on 10/28/2018 after a brief illness. Born 8/24/1954 in Philadelphia, Pa to the late Arthur N Bray and late Virginia A Bray (Whitall). He is survived by his sister Bonnie J Ciafre (Bray), daughters Dawn Bray-Hayashi , Alicia Bray and son Andrew N Bray. He is also survived...

Ralph Herbert Gelvin, Sr.

Ralph Herbert Gelvin, Sr.

Oct 28, 2018

Funeral services for Ralph Herbert Gelvin, Sr., 91, Lawrence will be held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, November 5, 2018 at First Christian Church in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Ralph passed away Sunday, October 28, 2018 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

He was born November 27, 1926 in Overland Park, KS the son of Guy...

Richard Louis Ziesenis

Richard Louis Ziesenis

Oct 27, 2018

Richard “Zeke” “Dick” Ziesenis was born in Lawrence Ks August 8th, 1930, he resided there attending Pinckney Elementary school until his family moved to Eudora Ks, where he finished out his high school years graduating from Eudora High School in 1949. Richard played left end for the Undefeated 1949 Football team which he was proud of until the day...

Tiburcio “Joe” Reyes, Sr.

Tiburcio “Joe” Reyes, Sr.

Oct 25, 2018

Mass of Christian Burial for Tiburcio “Joe” Reyes, Sr., 76, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, October 30, 2018 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Joe passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 at his home.

Joe was born March 19, 1942 in Strong City, KS...

Richard Joseph Kieffer

Richard Joseph Kieffer

Oct 23, 2018

Mass of Christian Burial for Richard Joseph Kieffer, 80, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Saint John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Richard passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at Foxwood Springs in Raymore, MO.

Richard was born March 23, 1938 in...

Virginia L. Conard

Virginia L. Conard

Oct 22, 2018

No formal services are planned for Virginia L. Conard, 65, Lawrence. Virginia passed away Monday, October 22, 2018 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

Virginia was born February 23, 1953 in Fort Bragg, NC the daughter of Richard M. and Mildred (Ice) Hogan.

She worked in sales at Allen Press Printing Company.

She married Bradly...

Cleo B. Yoder

Cleo B. Yoder

Oct 22, 2018

Funeral services for Cleo B. Yoder, 92, Lawrence, will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, October 26, 2018 at the Lawrence Free Methodist Church in Lawrence. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. She passed away Monday, October 22, 2018 at her home.

Cleo was born April 22, 1926, in Tallapoosa, MO, the daughter of Thomas B....

Shirley Ann Lanier Brown

Shirley Ann Lanier Brown

Oct 21, 2018

A Celebration of Life for Shirley Ann LaNier Brown, 71, Ottawa will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Centropolis Baptist Church, 717 Centropolis Avenue, Centropolis, KS 66067. Green burial will follow at Noon at Evergreen Mound Cemetery in Ottawa.

She passed away Sunday, October 21, 2018 at Morning Star Care Home in Ottawa...

Bryan Scott Bowen

Bryan Scott Bowen

Oct 20, 2018

Bryan Scott Bowen was born October 8, 1963 and died October 20, 2018. He leaves behind his parents, Jim and Anne Bowen, his sister, Susan Gile and a niece and nephew. A private burial will be held.

Walter Lee Robinson

Walter Lee Robinson

Oct 19, 2018

A memorial service for Walter Lee Robinson (age 65), of Seattle WA will be Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at the Warren McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Inurnment will be at Pioneer Cemetery in Lawrence KS.

Mr. Robinson died Oct. 19, 2018 at age 65.

He was born April 9, 1953 in Lawrence KS,...

Joyce Arlene Crenshaw

Joyce Arlene Crenshaw

Oct 17, 2018

Joyce Arlene Crenshaw, 78, Lawrence, passed away Wednesday, October 17, 2018 at her home.

Joyce was born October 30, 1939 in Williamsburg, KS the daughter of Russell and Juanetta (Griffin) Collins.

She was a Certified Nursing Assistant at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.

Survivors include her two sons, Rick Miller, Lawrence, Marvin Gibbs, Arizona; two...

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