John Alexander Downey
Jan 31, 2024
John Alexander Downey, 54, Whitehouse Station, NJ formerly of Lawrence, died on Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at Hunterdon Medical Center in Flemington, NJ. A devoted husband and father, he was surrounded by his family. The cause was upper gastrointestinal cancer.
John was born on May 22, 1969, in Kirkwood, MO, the son of Joseph Leo and Sherry...
Leslie Paul Atkinson
Jan 31, 2024
In Loving Memory
Leslie (Les) Paul Atkinson
Psalms 37:39 NIV
The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; he is their stronghold in time of trouble.
OBITUARY
Leslie (Les) Atkinson, 83, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family.
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Roma Jo Quick
Jan 29, 2024
Private family services for Roma Jo Montgomery-Quick, 93, Lawrence, will be held at a later date. Roma passed away on Monday, January 29, 2024, at her home.
Roma was born on October 21, 1930, in Lone Wolf, OK, the daughter of Louis and Nina (Morgan) Montgomery.
She attended Hutchinson Junior College in Hutchinson, KS.
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Jackie “Jack” Harold Larue
Jan 28, 2024
Jackie “Jack” Harold LaRue, 83, Lawrence, KS passed away on Sunday, January 28, 2024, at The University of Kansas Medical Center.
Jack was born on March 8, 1940, in Burlington, KS, the son of Harold and Evelyn (Keith) LaRue.
Jack became a journeyman lineman at a young age while raising a growing family. He quickly worked his way up to become a...
Donald Winklmeier
Jan 27, 2024
Private graveside services for Donald Winklmeier, 65, Ozawakie, KS, will be held at a later date at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence. Donald passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at his home.
Donald was born on August 8, 1958 in Lawrence, KS, the son of Henry and Rosemarie (Grosse) Winklmeier.
He graduated from...
John Christopher “Chris” Paxton
Jan 26, 2024
John Christopher “Chris” Paxton, 62, of Eudora, KS passed away peacefully Friday, January 26, 2024, at his home with his family by his side after a short battle with cancer.
He was born June 22, 1961, in Junction City, KS. He was the son of Richard J. and Mary Kay (Hinitt) Paxton. Chris grew up in Junction...
Sonja Antonia Jacobs
Jan 25, 2024
We are heartbroken to announce the passing of Sonja Antonia Jacobs of Lawrence, Kansas. Our beloved wife, mother, oma, sister and friend died at the age of 77 on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Sonja passed away at home surrounded by her loved ones after a mighty battle with cancer.
A visitation in honor of Sonja will be...
Cathy Louise (Phillips) O’Keefe
Jan 24, 2024
Memorial services for Cathy Louise (Phillips) O’Keefe, 72, Lawrence, will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, February 2, 2024 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. The family will greet friends and hour prior to the service. Cathy passed away Thursday, January 24, 2024, at Baldwin City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
Cathy was born on March 23, 1951 in...
Patricia Christine Hahn Blair
Jan 23, 2024
Patricia (Pat) Christine Hahn Blair, daughter of Edward O. and Marie Jenkins Hahn, was born February 10, 1935 in Phoenix, Arizona. She attended Topeka Public Schools and graduated from Topeka High School. She attended Baker University, Baldwin City, Kansas. She and Kenneth Wayne Blair were married September 25, 1954 at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Topeka and moved to Lawrence,...
Fern R. Hale
Jan 21, 2024
Fern R. Hale passed away January 21, 2024. Fern was born on September 27, 1932, in Detroit, MI, the eldest daughter of Otis and Gwendolyn Eaton, who preceded her in death. Also, preceding her in death was her daughter Marsha and siblings Carlton, Crandall, Caren, Faye and Colin.
Fern’s world revolved around her children, and she leaves...
Deborah Sue Beene
Jan 19, 2024
Debbie Sue Beene passed away January 19, 2024. No formal services are planned. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Debbie is survived by her husband Daryl, her sister Peggy (Bill) Grinstead, her son Mike (Connie), her grandchildren, Brandi (Hyatt), Brice and Kristy, and her great-granddaughters Oakley and Qunicy.
Debbie was...
David Miller
Jan 18, 2024
David Miller born June 6, 1976, passed away during the late evening January 18, 2024. David was surrounded by his family when he passed. He was a son, brother and uncle who is survived by his parents Linda and Danny Miller, his older sisters Cora Carey and LaShane Cupil, his older
brother Chris Howell, and younger brother...
Donna Kay Weigel
Jan 18, 2024
Funeral services for Donna Kay Weigel, 82, Lawrence, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, January 27, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 1234 Kentucky Street, Lawrence, KS 66044. Donna passed away on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at her home.
Donna was born on June 21, 1941, in Fort Dodge, IA, the daughter of...
Andrew David Morton
Jan 18, 2024
Andrew David Morton, 53, passed away on January 18th, 2024, at LMH Health after an annoying and inconvenient battle with colon cancer. His cat Miso survives of the home and will inherit his extensive hospital drinking cup collection.
Andy was born to Gary and Jeanine Morton on December 27th, 1970, in Maisieres, Belgium and would often remind...
Michael Robert Kocolowski
Jan 18, 2024
Michael Robert Kocolowski, 59, passed away January 18, 2024. Born August 18, 1964 to Robert Kocolowski and Roberta Kocolowski neé Rekash, he grew up in Hickory Hills Illinois with his brothers William and James. Michael graduated from Stagg High School in 1982 and met his future wife, Janice Kocolowski neé Swanson, not long after. They married May 21, 1988...
Merle Lee Commons
Jan 18, 2024
Merle Lee Commons (“Poppy”), age 94, passed away peacefully at home on January 18, 2024. Merle leaves behind a legacy of hard work, resilience, and unwavering dedication to his family and his country.
A ‘firecracker’ from the start, Merle was born on July 4, 1929, in Lawrence, KS, to Phillip and Mildred Commons. The eldest of five...
Melissa Renee Mueller
Jan 17, 2024
There are no formal services scheduled for Melissa Renee Mueller, 63, Lawrence, KS. A private celebration of life will be held at her home with her family. Melissa passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at her home.
Melissa was born on June 12, 1960, in Wichita, KS, the daughter of Ross Charles and Ethel (Montgomery) Mueller....
Bonnie Elaine Wylie
Jan 17, 2024
Memorial services for Bonnie Elaine Wylie, 74, Meriden, KS, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 3, 2024, at Crossroads Wesleyan Church, 2030 SE 41 st in Topeka, KS. Elaine passed away on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at Kelly House of Meriden.
Elaine was born on December 5, 1949, in Iola, KS, the daughter of...
Richard L. Copp
Jan 16, 2024
Funeral services for Richard L. Copp, 76, Lawrence, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 23, 2024, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS. Richard passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, at LMH Hospital.
Richard was born on August 14, 1947, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Dutch and Annie (Holiday) Copp.
Richard...
Joy Lynn Tebo
Jan 14, 2024
Memorial services for Joy Tebo, 85, Lawrence, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 26, 2024, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. The family will greet friends an hour prior to the service. Joy passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, January 14, 2024, at Brandon Woods at Alvamar.
Joy was born on April 9,...
