Obituaries

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Paul Franklin Alexander

Paul Franklin Alexander

Oct 5, 2025

Paul Franklin Alexander, age 70, of Baldwin City, KS died on October 5th, 2025 at KU Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Marsha and their children.

Paul was born on May 9th, 1955 in Lawrence, KS to Frank and Betty Alexander. Paul earned his Bachelor's in Business Administration from the University of Kansas, and began working for the Federal Reserve shortly...

Susan Kay Klug

Susan Kay Klug

Oct 4, 2025

Susan Kay Klug, age 71, of Lawrence, Kansas, entered eternal rest on October 4th, 2025, surrounded by love, legacy, and the quiet strength she carried through every season of life.

Born on October 24th, 1953, to Winifred (Slayton) and Clarence Rous, Susan grew up in a home rooted in faith, resilience, and deep family connection. She carried those values into every...

Randall "Randy" Kahn

Randall "Randy" Kahn

Oct 4, 2025

Randall “Randy” Kahn, born on September 16, 1953, passed away October 4, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Randy will be remembered for his warm heart, great laugh, and unforgettable sense of humor that could fill any room with joy. Randy was the proud owner of Kahn and Associates, an accounting firm he built through hard work, dedication, and integrity....

Sybil A. Jones

Sybil A. Jones

Oct 3, 2025

There are no formal services scheduled at this time for Sybil A. Jones, 71, Lawrence, KS. Sybil passed away on October 3, 2025, at LMH Health in Lawrence, KS.

Sybil was born March 20, 1954, in Jersey City, NJ, then moved to NY and Later ended in KS, the daughter of Edward and Sybil Kohli.

Survivors include her children, Joseph Zabry, Wayne...

Geovanny Gonzalez-Padovani

Geovanny Gonzalez-Padovani

Oct 1, 2025

Geovanny Gonzalez-Padovani, 30, of Lawrence, Kansas passed on October 1, 2025.

Geovanny was born on August 18, 1995, in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico to Franklin Gonzalez and Linna Padovani.

He was a Police Officer with the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

Survivors include his parents, brother; Abbyel Gonzalez, sister; Liana Gonzalez, niece; Lunna Gonzalez, and his son; Vincent G. Gonzalez.

Geovanny’s light touched everyone he met,...

Paul Warren Sollars Jr.

Paul Warren Sollars Jr.

Sep 30, 2025

Funeral services for Paul Warren Sollars Jr., 51, Eudora, KS will be held at 11:00 AM., Friday, October 24, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary – Eudora Chapel, 1003 John L. Williams Drive, Eudora, KS 66025, with a visitation starting at 10:00 AM. A burial will take place at 2:30 PM, Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Ward Cemetery in Strawberry, AR. Paul...

Stacy Williamson Keeling

Stacy Williamson Keeling

Sep 30, 2025

Stacy peacefully left her body on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. Born May 22, 1955, in Ottawa, Kansas, Stacy attended Ottawa Senior High and the University of Kansas in Lawrence.

Stacy had zeal for adventure and living life to the fullest through amazing experiences-traveling abroad, moving to the west and living and playing in the mountains of Bozeman Montana, climbing mountains with...

Martha Rose

Martha Rose

Sep 29, 2025

Martha Rose

October 21, 1932 – September 29, 2025

Lawrence – Martha Lawrence Rose, 92, of Lawrence Kansas passed away on September 29th, 2025, at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor.

Martha Lawrence was born in Wellington, Kansas in 1932. The family lived briefly in Tonganoxie Kansas before her father, George Lawrence settled in Lawrence with his wife Grace, and 3 daughters. Martha graduated from Lawrence...

Karron Schwarz

Karron Schwarz

Sep 27, 2025

Memorial service for Karron K. Schwarz, 84, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at St. John Catholic Church in Lawrence. The family will greet friends from 9:00 to 10:00 prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will take place following the service in Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Lawrence, KS.

Karron was born December 10,...

Peter Casagrande

Peter Casagrande

Sep 26, 2025

A Celebration of Life for Peter Joseph Casagrande, PHD, of Lawrence, Kansas, will be held Saturday, October 18, 2025 from 11:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Visitation begins at 11:30 and the celebration service begins at noon. The family invites all friends to attend and, if you wish, to share your memories of Peter. The Celebration will be held at Warren-McElwain...

Tara Clarice Bryant

Tara Clarice Bryant

Sep 26, 2025

Tara Clarice Bryant was known for her bright smile, cheerful disposition and calming presence — until she was rooting for the Royals, Chiefs or Jayhawks.She was tense and loud until the game clock ran out, no matter how far ahead her team was. Tara often wore KU or KC gear, even if it was just a subtle hat. Her car,...

Bruce Frederick Baker

Bruce Frederick Baker

Sep 26, 2025

Bruce Frederick Baker, age 83, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, September 26, 2025, at the Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka. Bruce was born October 21, 1941, to Wallace and Mildred Baker.

A memorial service is scheduled for 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Heritage Baptist Church, 1781 E. 800th Road, Lawrence, KS 66049.

His family moved to...

Cynthia Kay Jones

Cynthia Kay Jones

Sep 26, 2025

There are no formal services scheduled at this time for Cynthia Kay Jones, 77, Rich Hill, Missouri. Cynthia passed away Friday, September 26, 2025, at St. Joseph Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri.

Cynthia was born March 25, 1948, in Fort Scott, KS, the daughter of Sterling and Betty (Best) Politte.

Survivors include her children, Robert (Sandy) Magill, Chris (Nancy) Magill, Stephanie...

William Winkler

William Winkler

Sep 25, 2025

William R. Winkler passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025 in Lawrence, KS at the age of 83 after a short illness. He was born in Hillside NJ, the son of Burton and L. Angela Winkler and spent his childhood in Stratford, CT. He graduated from Stratford High School, University of Bridgeport and New York University, and received his master’s...

Julie L. Ahrens

Julie L. Ahrens

Sep 24, 2025

A visitation for Julie L. Ahrens, 65, Lawrence, KS, will be held from 4:00 ~ 6:00 PM, Friday, October 3, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Eudora, KS. Julie passed away Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at LMH Health.

Julie was born July 4, 1960, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of Loris Glenn “Jr.”. and Phyllis LuAnn (Blough) Brubeck.

Survivors include her children, Justin...

John Charles Van Schoelandt

John Charles Van Schoelandt

Sep 24, 2025

John Charles Van Schoelandt, 78, Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of September 24, 2025, at Baldwin Health and Rehabilitation Center in Baldwin City, Kansas.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, September 29 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Lawrence, Kansas. Visitation will begin at 9 a.m. prior to the funeral...

Melynn McGrew

Melynn McGrew

Sep 22, 2025

Melynn McGrew, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and dear friend to many, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2025, in Baldwin City, Kansas. She was 85.

Born in El Dorado, Arkansas, on November 30, 1939, to Woodroe and Sybil Hardage, Melynn grew up with a warm spirit and a love for people that carried throughout her life. She later made...

Travis Cleon Hockett

Travis Cleon Hockett

Sep 22, 2025

A Graveside inurnment for Travis Cleon Hockett, 89, Overland Park, KS, will be held 11:00 AM, Saturday, October 11, 2025, at Hesper Friends Cemetery, 2355 N 1100 Rd, Eudora, KS 66025. Travis passed away Monday, September 22, 2025, at his residence.

Travis was born March 26, 1936, at home in Esbon, KS, the son of Forrest C. and Ollie May (Lewis)...

Beva C. Stringer

Beva C. Stringer

Sep 22, 2025

Beva C. Stringer

Beva Caroline Stringer, age 95, of Lawrence, Kansas entered eternal rest with Jesus on September 22, 2025. She was born to Roy Edward and Rose Katherine (Wode) Waller in Altamont, Kansas on February 23, 1930.

A life-long Kansas resident, Beva graduated from Cherryvale High School in 1947. She and Darrell Eugene Stringer were married on June 17, 1948 and...

Paula Dee (Connett) Crouse

Paula Dee (Connett) Crouse

Sep 21, 2025

Long-time Lawrence resident Paula Dee (Connett) Crouse, 76, died on September 21, 2025 at LMH Health. No formal services are planned at this time.