Obituaries

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Helen Kokka Gee

Helen Kokka Gee

Dec 23, 2022

Helen Kokka Gee, 82, died peacefully at home in Lawrence, Kansas on Friday, December 23, 2022, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.  Norman Gee, her devoted husband of 57 years, was at her side.

Born Helen Kieko Kokka on January 31, 1940, she was the eighth child and third daughter born to Satoru and Shizuye (Hoshino)...

Gary Lee Thomas

Gary Lee Thomas

Dec 22, 2022

Gary Lee Thomas, 86, passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 22nd on the “Memory Care” unit at Homestead Assisted Living Facility in Eudora, KS. Gary struggled with Alzheimer’s disease for the past 6+ years & was moved into Homestead in December of 2021 by his daughter, Teresa.

Gary was born on August 18, 1938, in...

Meta Ranee Mcinroy

Meta Ranee Mcinroy

Dec 19, 2022

The Family of Meta Ranee McInroy, is sad to announce her passing on December 19 th , 2022. Funeral Services for Meta, 68, Lawrence will be held 10 am Wednesday, December 28, 2022, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 3615 W. 10 th St. Lawrence, KS.  Burial will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Lawrence....

Daryl “Dean” Boyd

Daryl “Dean” Boyd

Dec 18, 2022

Dean was born on 16 October 1941, the third child of Noel Boyd and Bertha (Ribeau) Boyd in Osborne, Kansas.  Dean was born four miles south of Osborne in the family’s rural home. Dean was 81 years old when he died.  He passed away in his sleep early on the morning of December 18, 2022 after a battle with...

G. Paul Willhite

G. Paul Willhite

Dec 15, 2022

Memorial services for Glen Paul Willhite, 85, Lawrence, KS will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Central United Methodist Church in Lawrence. Paul passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022, at LMH Health.

Paul was born on July 18, 1937, in Waterloo, Iowa, the son of Glen Jesse and Arietta Delilah...

Phillip A. Godwin, Md

Phillip A. Godwin, Md

Dec 15, 2022

Celebration of Life (January 24, 1928 – December 15, 2022)

“Wear the white coat with dignity and pride—it is an honor and privilege to get to serve the public as a physician.” —Bill H. Warren, MD

Phillip Andrew Godwin, MD, 94 of Lawrence was devoted to his family, church, community and the patients he served...

Donald Richard Raybern

Donald Richard Raybern

Dec 11, 2022

Memorial services for Donald Richard Raybern, 77, Lawrence, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, December 30, 2022, at First United Methodist Church in Lawrence. Don passed away on Sunday, December 11, 2022, from Parkinson’s complications at his home, surrounded by family.

Don was born on March 10, 1945, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Joseph N....

Arthur M. Barton, Sr.

Arthur M. Barton, Sr.

Dec 9, 2022

A Memorial Service for Arthur M. Barton, 86, Lawrence, KS will be held 10:00 a.m., Thursday, December 22, 2022, at Southside Church of Christ in Lawrence, KS. Arthur passed away on Friday, December 9, 2022, at LMH Health.

Arthur was born on February 6, 1936, in Thompsonville, KS, the son of Isaac and Cecilia (Gieber) Barton.

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Marjorie Lou (Folks) Black

Marjorie Lou (Folks) Black

Dec 7, 2022

Marjorie Lou (Folks) Black passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loved ones, on December 7, 2022. She was 93 years old.

Marge was born in October 1929 to Guy and Eunice (Manter) Folks as the youngest of six children, raised on a farm. Marge attended Riverside, a one-room schoolhouse, and Liberty Memorial High School in Lawrence, KS....

Mona R. Crump

Mona R. Crump

Dec 5, 2022

Mona R. Crump passed away on December 5, 2022, a resident of Brandon Woods retirement community in Lawrence, Kansas.  Mona was born in McPherson, Kansas on September 4, 1928 to Dan and Louise (Martens) Ratzlaff.   Mona’s childhood years were spent in Hillsboro, Plains, and Lakin, Kansas, and she graduated from high school in Bakersfield, California.  She attended the University...

Benjamin (Ben) C. Cole

Benjamin (Ben) C. Cole

Dec 2, 2022

Benjamin (Ben) C. Cole, 68, Lawrence, passed away December 2nd at LMH. Family will announce a future gathering in Colorado at a later date.

Sharon J. Noble

Sharon J. Noble

Dec 2, 2022

The family of Sharon J. Noble, 82, Eudora will greet friends from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel.  A private family graveside will be at the Eudora Cemetery.  Sharon passed away Friday, December 2, 2022, at Medicalodges in Eudora.

Sharon was born December 25, 1939, in Buffalo,...

Douglas Lawrence

Douglas Lawrence

Dec 1, 2022

Douglas Lawrence was part of that unusual group of people for whom one career simply isn’t enough. His varied and prolific contributions to music and ministry blessed many for more than 60 years. Doug was born on September 26, 1942 in El Segundo, California to Floyd and Marjorie (Hesser) Lawrence. He received both his Bachelor’s and Master’s...

Daniel Casey Moore

Daniel Casey Moore

Dec 1, 2022

Daniel Casey Moore, 52, passed peacefully on December 1 st , 2022, at Overland Park Regional Hospital, surrounded by loving friends and family.

Casey was born on February 3 rd , 1970, in Dallas, Texas to Molly Mulloy and Philip Austin Moore.  Needless to say, he was a lifelong and VERY passionate Cowboys fan! Casey resided in...

Donna Caley

Donna Caley

Dec 1, 2022

Donna Marie (Anderton) Caley, age 84, passed away on December 1, 2022 in Lawrence KS. Donna was born the oldest of three daughters in Kansas City, MO and grew up in both Brooklyn, NY (during World War II) and Kansas City, MO.  A talented pianist, she graduated from East High School in 1956 and attended William Jewel College. She...

John W. Hadl

John W. Hadl

Nov 30, 2022

Memorial services for John W. Hadl, 82, Lawrence, will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, December 16, 2022, at the Lied Center of Kansas. Masks are suggested but not required.  John passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community.

John was born on February 15, 1940, in Lawrence, the son of Jess and...

Jimmie Donald Dickerson

Jimmie Donald Dickerson

Nov 27, 2022

There are no formal services for Jimmie Donald Dickerson, 84, Eudora, KS. Jimmie passed away on Sunday, November 27, 2022, at Homestead of Eudora.

Jimmie was born on April 29, 1938, in Jackson County Missouri, the son of Napoleon Bauguard Dickerson and Margaret Marie (Hawks) Dickerson.

Survivors include his children, Donald Eugene Dickerson (children, Renee,...

Robert “Bob” Lawrence Goombi

Robert “Bob” Lawrence Goombi

Nov 27, 2022

Robert “Bob” Lawrence Goombi was born on November 8 th , 1933, on his grandparent’s farm in Mountainview, OK. He departed to his heavenly home on November 27 th , 2022, at the age of 89 in Eudora, KS.

Bob is the son of Robert and Bessie Goombi. He spent his childhood and early teen years at...

Marilyn Sue (Northington) Wilson

Marilyn Sue (Northington) Wilson

Nov 26, 2022

A private family graveside service will be held for Marilyn Sue (Northington) Wilson, Friday, December 2nd 2022, at Eudora Cemetery. The family will welcome friends and family at Marilyn’s home: 115 W 15th Street, Eudora, KS from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, December 2, 2022. Marilyn passed peacefully in her home on Saturday, November 26th, 2022.

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Judith “Judy” Allen Morris

Judith “Judy” Allen Morris

Nov 23, 2022

Private Family only Graveside services for Judith “Judy” Allen Morris, 84, Lawrence, will be held at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at Oak Hill Cemetery.  Judy passed away on Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at LMH Health.

Judy was born on January 20, 1938, in Hays, KS, the daughter of Milton and Isabel (Perry) Allen.

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