Joseph M. Ketchum
May 25, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph M. Ketchum of Eudora, Kansas, on May 25th, at the age of 70. As a child of God, he now resides in his heavenly home with his Lord and Savior. Joe was born in St. Joseph, Missouri, on February 14, 1955, to Joseph and Maxine Ketchum.
Visitation and celebration...
Juana Barajas
May 22, 2025
Juana Barajas, 93, of Lawrence, Kansas passed at her home on May 22, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
Juana was born on May 30, 1931 in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Juan and Magdalene (Gutierrez) Barajas.
She worked at the Eldrige Hotel in House Keeping, Earl's Pizza, and many other jobs on the side. Juana enjoyed staying busy, she loved collecting...
Barbara "BJ" Everley Eichhorn
May 22, 2025
Barbara "BJ" Everley Eichhorn, ASID, 87, of Leawood, Kansas, passed away peacefully. Born and raised in Eudora, Kansas and resided in Shawnee Mission, Kansas after graduating from the University of Kansas, BJ cultivated a life rich in creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and enduring relationships.
A proud alumna, BJ was a devoted member of the Chi Omega Sorority. Her passion for aesthetics led...
Florence Rebecca "Becky" Foster
May 19, 2025
Florence Rebecca “Becky” Foster Beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and quiet force of nature
Becky Foster, known affectionately as “Beebe” by her grandchildren, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones on Monday May 19, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and community member, Becky was a woman of extraordinary strength, deep love, and unwavering support.
Born in Houston, Texas on September 25,...
Janice Walters Schofield
May 18, 2025
Janice Rae Walters Schofield, 74, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on May 18, 2025, at Azria Health in Olathe. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Janice was born on June 29, 1950, in Lawrence, the daughter of Thomas and Ruby Jones. A lifelong resident...
Chester B (Chet) Vanatta
May 17, 2025
Chester B. (Chet) Vanatta, age 89, died peacefully on the evening of May 17th, 2025, at Lakeview Village in Lenexa, KS. He was born September 3, 1935, in Bartlesville, OK to Ben and Iona Vanatta.
Chet is survived by his wife of 67 years, Patsy Vanatta; a son, Scott Vanatta of Overland Park, KS; a brother, Benny (& wife Vicki) Vanatta...
Marylee Ann Elliott
May 12, 2025
Marylee Ann Elliott, 73, of Eudora passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025 at Homestead of Eudora. A graveside service will take place May 24, 2025 at Maple Grove Cemetery in Tonganoxie, KS at 10:00 a.m.
Marylee was born on May 8, 1952 in Leavenworth, KS to Edward and Rosemary (Sieben) Bradford. She graduated from Lansing High School in 1970. Before...
Esther A. Miller
May 12, 2025
Family graveside service for Esther A. Miller, 94, Lawrence will be held at a later date. Esther passed away on May 12, 2025, at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in Lawrence.
She was born January 19, 1931, in Linwood, Kansas, the daughter of Harrison and Augusta (Andersen) Montgomery.
Esther graduated from Linwood High School. She retired from Black Hills Energy in December of...
Mike Coppedge
May 11, 2025
Michael M. Coppedge passed away at LMH on Sunday May 11, 2025. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday June 7, 2025 11:00 AM, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Eudora, Kansas. This will be preceded by a Visitation at 10:00 AM at the Mortuary. Graveside with Masonic rites will follow at the Eudora City Cemetery.
Mike was born March 5,...
Steven M. Anderson
May 8, 2025
Beloved husband, father, grandfather, and singular character Steven M. Anderson passed away at home on May 8, 2025. Never constrained by expectations, his death came as a surprise even after a long battle with cancer. No traditional services are planned.
He was born September 7, 1950, in Ottawa, KS, the oldest of 5 children, to Glen I....
Carolie Hougland
May 8, 2025
Carolie Hougland was born January 31, 1931 in Glen Elder, KS. Carolie passed away May 8, 2025 at Pioneer Ridge Assisted Living in Lawrence.
Full obituary will be posted soon.
Wayne L. Reusch, Jr.
May 6, 2025
Wayne L. Reusch, Jr. 80, Lawrence passed away on May 6, 2025, in Lawrence, KS.  The family will greet friends and family from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, May 19, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary and a Graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 20, 2025, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence.
Wayne was born November...
Keith John Spence
May 6, 2025
Keith John Spence, 61, left the Earth to be with Jesus on May 6, 2025, at 2:55am at Lawrence Memorial Hospital. He was born on December 3, 1963, in Horton, Kansas. When he was 3, his family moved to Dodge City, Kansas where he attended Dodge City schools and graduated in 1982. He married his wife, Marjorie Elaine Kessen...
Norma Lee (Chapin) Hohn
May 5, 2025
Norma Lee (Chapin) Hohn, 81, of Lawrence, Kansas passed at her home on May 5, 2025. Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Graveside to follow at Pioneer Cemetery in Lawrence.
Norma was born on December 22, 1943 in St. John’s, Michigan, the daughter of Myrl and Josephine (Martinka)...
Phyllis Wheeler
May 1, 2025
Services for Phyllis May Wheeler, 75, Lawrence will be held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.  The burial will take place in Fairview Cemetery in Mildred, Kansas. The family will greet friends from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary. She died May 1, 2025, at LMH Health.
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Dr. Michael Alan Well
Apr 23, 2025
Dr. Michael Alan Well
September 24, 1941 – April 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Michael Alan Well, beloved husband, devoted father, and cherished grandfather. Dr. Well passed away on April 23, 2025, at LMH Health with his loving family by his side.
Dr. Well...
Corinne Dolores Anderson
Apr 22, 2025
Corinne Dolores Anderson February 19, 1944 – April 22, 2025
Corinne Dolores Anderson of Lawrence died peacefully in hospice care at home on April 22, 2025. She was 81 years old.
Corinne was born on February 19, 1944, in New Haven, Connecticut, the daughter of Vincent and Dolores (Bouffard) Harmon. She graduated as valedictorian of...
Michael Alan Miller
Apr 18, 2025
Michael Alan Miller, 83, of Lawrence, KS passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025, from complications of Parkinson’s Disease.
Michael was born on November 14, 1941, to Albert and Mary Jane Miller in Kansas City, MO. They both preceded him in death. He graduated from Westport High School in 1959. He continued his education at the University...
Steven Paul Meseraull
Apr 18, 2025
Steven (Steve) Paul Meseraull, age 80, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2025. Steve was born in Kansas City, KS to Wilma Reynolds Meseraull and Paul Meseraull on November 2, 1944. Steve was married to the love of his life, Helen Meseraull on November 25, 1972. Steve is survived by his wife, Helen, his brother Clay (Carolee) Meseraull, of...
Mary Ann Isaacs Saunders
Apr 17, 2025
In true theater fashion, Mary Ann Isaacs Saunders has exited stage left, in the middle of co-directing her 25th show, CLUE at Theater Lawrence, still in rehearsal.
Mary Ann was born June 23, 1949, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of Fred and Mary (Breakey) Isaacs. Mary Ann’s childhood was sprinkled with treehouses, riding horses, licking her peanut...
