Obituaries

Dec 14, 2024

Lawrence, KS—Melinda Myers Price, 67, passed away peacefully in her home on December 14, 2024. She was surrounded by the love of her family and the beauty she had so carefully cultivated in her life.

Melinda was born October 4, 1957, and brought a radiant light to all who knew her. She was married to Kevin Price,...

Dec 11, 2024

Services for Vicki Jo “Mema” Hildebrand, 73, Lecompton will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary. The family will greet friends an hour prior to the service. Vicki passed away December 11, 2024, surrounded by many of her loved ones at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka, Kansas.

Vicki was born November...

Dec 11, 2024

Memorial service for Janet Lorraine Rider Whitenight, 75, Lawrence, KS will be held 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 28, 2024, at Plymouth Congregational Church in Lawrence, KS. Janet passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at her residence.

Janet was born August 13, 1949, in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Gaylen and Darlene (Falk) Rider.

She...

Dec 8, 2024

Helen Maxine Gregory Langhofer, 92, of Lawrence Kansas passed away on December 8 th 2024. She was born on May 19 th , 1932 in Mankato, KS. She attended KU and worked as a court reporter for many years until she found her passion for real estate and worked as a realtor for over 40 years. Throughout her life...

Dec 2, 2024

On the wings of a Jayhawk, Norma Jean “Jeanne” Campbell Torneden, 83, went to be with her heavenly father, her loving husband, parents and siblings on December 2, 2024. The family will host a Celebration of Life on Friday, December 6, 2024 from 6-8 pm at Warren-McElwain Mortuary; 120 W 13 th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044. In Jeanne’s honor,...

Dec 2, 2024

Phillip Pierucci of Lawrence and Pittsburg, Kansas, formerly of Wilton, Connecticut for 22 years, died on December 2, 2024. Phil is survived by spouse, Lana, of the homes, daughter, Alison and spouse Ralph Wiegmann of Castle Rock, Colorado; a sister, Elaine Harmon of Modesto, California; nephews, Mark Mead, Modesto and Daniel Mead of Montecito, California; and stepmother, Dr. Janet...

Nov 23, 2024

Martha “Marty” Jo Shaw, 85, of Spokane, Washington, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2024, surrounded by loved ones. Born on September 11, 1939, in Topeka, Kansas, Marty lived a full and remarkable life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness, and strength.

Marty was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Barry Shaw, who passed away...

Nov 23, 2024

Graveside Inurnment Services for Timothy “Tim” Kent Lauber, 61 Eudora will be held at 11:00 am on December 7, 2024 at the Eudora Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life at The Lodge on Main in Eudora.  Tim passed away at his home unexpectedly on November 23, 2024.

Tim was born on May 5, 1963 in Kansas...

Nov 21, 2024

Bettie Charlene Wilson, 74, a cherished resident of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on November 21, 2024, at St. Luke’s Hospice House, Kansas City, MO. She leaves behind a legacy of love, dedication, and service. She was born on May 15, 1950 in West Hollywood, CA to  Adelaide Lucille “Searle” Wilson Creath and Charles Francis Wilson (both deceased). Her life...

Nov 21, 2024

Alexander B. Perez, 82, passed peacefully from this earth on Thursday, November 21, 2024 at his home in Lawrence, Kansas.  A Visitation followed by Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 1234 Kentucky St., Lawrence, Kansas. Visitation will last from 1:30 pm until 2:15 pm, when a Rosary Recitation...

Nov 20, 2024

John M. Spurgeon, 75, of Lawrence, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at his home after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.

A visitation will be held from 4:00-6:00 pm on Monday, November 25, 2024, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 West 13th Street, in Lawrence, KS. A Memorial Mass will be held 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, November...

Nov 20, 2024

A Visitation for Charles Curtis Tidd, 88, Lawrence, KS will be held from 2:00 ~ 4:00 p.m., Sunday, November 24, 2024, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS. Charles passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at LMH Health in Lawrence, KS.

Charles was born on April 21, 1936, in Salina, KS, the son of Walter Glen and...

Nov 19, 2024

Patricia (Pat) Corken Sublett passed away on November 19, 2024, at Cedarhurst Senior Living of Lawrence surrounded by her family.  She was born on May 23, 1935, in Hiawatha, KS to Robert N. Corken and Caroline Jane Porch Corken.  She had one brother, Robert Corken who preceded her in death.  She grew up in Hiawatha, graduating from Hiawatha High...

Nov 19, 2024

There are no formal services scheduled at this time for Brian Paul Bouton, 61, Tonganoxie, KS. Brian passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, at his residence.

Brian was born on January 31, 1963, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Edwin H. And Agnes E. (Grindstaff) Bouton.

Survivors include his sister, Gail (Troy) Mailen, brother,...

Nov 16, 2024

Rhiannon Avery Jane Goss of Topeka, Kansas passed at her home on November 16, 2024. Funeral Service will take place on November 30, 2024, at 11a.m. at Warren-McElwain Mortuary 120 W 13th Street, Lawrence, KS. A visitation will be held one hour prior at 10 a.m.

Rhiannon was born on September 17, 2024 to Samantha Orender and...

Nov 16, 2024

Julianne (Julie) S. Hack – July 21, 1929 – November 16, 2024

Julie Hack was born on July 21,1929 in Omaha, Nebraska.  She was the daughter of Helen Claire Payne and Carl Gustav Seashore.  She attended high school in State College, PA She attended Northwestern University and Penn State University.  She married Alan G. Hack, Jr on...

Nov 16, 2024

No formal services are planned for R. Michael Pinegar, 72, of Lawrence, KS.  He died November 16, 2024 at his home in Lawrence.

He was born on January 16, 1952, in Colony, Kansas, the son of Roy Francis and Marion Zoe (Cackler) Pinegar.

He served his country in the US Army.

He married...

Nov 15, 2024

Celebration of life services for David Harlan Livingood, 71, of Lawrence, KS, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2024, First Presbyterian Church in Lawrence. He died on November 15th, 2024 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka after a short battle with lymphoma.

Dave was born September 1, 1953 at the University of Kansas hospital,...

Nov 11, 2024

Longtime Lawrence resident Sharon Ruth Brown (neé Burton) passed away peacefully on the morning of November 11, 2024. She was 80 years old.  Sharon was born in Kansas City, Kansas on July 16, 1944, the third child and first daughter of Charles and Ruth Burton. She attended Washington High School, where she served as the editor of the school...

Nov 10, 2024

James “Jamie” Franklin Lowe, 60, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away suddenly on November 10, 2024. His family is devastated by this loss.

Jamie was born on September 21, 1964, in Lawrence, Kansas to Robert Nelson and Anne Louise (Stoner) Lowe. He grew up in Winona, Kansas, graduating from Triplains High School in 1983. He received degrees from...