Edward "Eddie" Norris
Jul 9, 2025
Edward A. (Eddie) Norris was born on September 30, 1953. Eddie passed away suddenly in his Chicago home on July 9th, 2025. He was the youngest son of Everett L. and Madeline O. Norris.
He was preceded in death by his parents, oldest brother, Jerry Owens and his nephew, Bobby Owens. Eddie is survived by his sister, Marilyn (Norris) Chaney and...
Harold Eugene Mallonee
Jul 9, 2025
Harold Eugene Mallonee, 84, went home to be with the Lord on July 9, 2025, at his residence in Centerton, Arkansas, where he had lived for the past four years with his devoted wife, Kathy, and beloved stepdaughter, Katelyn. Harold was a lifelong resident of the Lawrence, Kansas area until moving to Arkansas in his later years. He carried with...
Fredonna Lavaughn Smith
Jul 8, 2025
Fredonna (Donnie) Winans Smith 88, passed unexpectedly on July 8, 2025, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital surrounded by her family.
A Memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday July 26 at Warren – McElwain Mortuary, at 120 W 13 St in Lawrence, Kansas.
Fredonna was born September 29, 1936, in Oskaloosa, Kansas. She was the daughter of Friedof and Alberta Fraizer...
William "Bill" Kelly
Jul 6, 2025
William “Bill” Kelly, 74, of Lawrence, KS, passed away on July 6, 2025, leaving behind a legacy defined by dedication, quiet strength, and an unwavering love for his family and community. Bill was born January 10, 1951, in McCook, NE, the son of William L. and Barbara (Vesely) Kelly.
Bill began his career as a police officer, dedicated to upholding the...
Kathleen Rae Buffington
Jul 3, 2025
Kathleen Rae Buffington, 76, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025.
The family will receive friends on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Lawrence.
Kathy was born on July 14, 1948, in...
Marilyn Sue Malson
Jul 3, 2025
Marilyn Sue Malson, 84, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Marilyn’s life was marked by faith, compassion, and a deep love for her family.
She was born on November 24, 1940, to Hugh and Vivian Braum in Topeka, Kansas. Her early years were spent with her parents and brother Mike on...
Penny Rae Harrell Eisenbarger
Jun 26, 2025
Penny Rae Harrell Eisenbarger, 63 of Eudora, Kansas, passed away following a short battle with cancer on June 26th, 2025, in her home in Grove Oklahoma. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, July 18, 2025, at Warren-McElwain Mortuary-Eudora Chapel in Eudora Kansas. Penny was born on November 21st, 1961, in Lawrence Kansas,...
Barbara Joy Stumblingbear
Jun 26, 2025
Barbara Joy Stumblingbear, 75, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at LMH Health.
A Celebration of Life will take place at 7:00 PM on Monday, July 7th at the Ponca Community Center in White Eagle, Oklahoma. Burial will follow on Tuesday, July 8th at 11:00 AM at Rainy Mountain Cemetery in Carnegie, Oklahoma.
Barbara was born on September...
Robert Welk Johnson
Jun 25, 2025
Major Robert Welk Johnson, U.S. Air Force, Retired
It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bob Johnson. Bob passed peacefully surrounded by his loving and devoted wife Shari and family. He is now with our heavenly father. He was born on June 6, 1940, to Kenneth and Helen Johnson. Bob grew up in Osawatomie, Kansas where he met...
Judith C. Brunner
Jun 23, 2025
Memorial services for Judith C. Brunner, 87, Independence, MO, will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 26, 2025, at St. Luke’s United Church of Christ 727 N. Main St. Independence, MO. Judith passed away on June 23, 2025, at Pioneer Ridge Retirement Community in Lawrence, KS.
Judith was born October 17, 1937, in Monroe, Wisconsin, the daughter of Cloyd William...
Claude L Saunders
Jun 21, 2025
Family services for Claude L. Saunders, 61, Eudora will be held at a later date in Jefferson City, MO. Claude passed away June 21, 2025, at his home in Eudora.
Claude was born on September 16, 1963, in Jefferson City, Missouri the son of James Leroy and Rosetta B. (Finn) Saunders.
He graduated from Eudora High School. He worked for Hercules and...
Frances Marie Timmons
Jun 20, 2025
Frances Marie Barrager Timmons 1940-2025
Frances Timmons passes away at the age of 84 on June 20th 2025, she was born to Charles Leo Barrager and Elanor Grace Thompson Barrager on a farm north-west of Liberty, Kansas. Frances attended Independence Community College where she met the love of her life Clifford Marvin Timmons, they were married in 1961 and enjoyed several...
Jose Eduardo Romero
Jun 20, 2025
Jose E. Romero, aged 62, of Lawrence, KS, passed away on June 20, 2025. Born on April 9, 1963, Jose was known for his thoughtful and generous spirit, and he was a proud and loving father, a fun uncle, an amazing brother, and a great friend.
Jose completed his higher education at Universidad de Puebla, which was a foundation for his...
Calvert Dean Elliott
Jun 16, 2025
Calvert “Dean” Elliott, 88, Lawrence, Kansas, passed away Monday, June 16th with complications of dementia. He was born February 14, 1937, in Hutchinson, Kansas to William and Byrdie Elliott. He spent his early childhood in Hutchinson, with the family moving to Lawrence while he was at a young age. Dean graduated from Lawrence High School in 1955.
He served his country...
Lois Wustefeld
Jun 15, 2025
Lois D. Wustefeld, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2025, at the age of 95.
Born on May 14, 1930, in Greeley, Kansas, Lois moved to Lawrence in 1941, making it her lifelong home. For over 45 years, she dedicated her professional life to B.A. Green Construction, where she served as an Office Manager.
Lois was a devout Catholic who truly dedicated...
Terry E. Tuttle
Jun 13, 2025
Terry Eugene Tuttle passed away peacefully Friday, June 13, 2025, in Lawrence Kansas.
Terry was born in the spring of 1940 in Manti, Utah. He was the son of Eugene Adelbert and Lillie Virga (Olsen) Tuttle. He was an adventurous boy with an inquisitive mind who loved the outdoors. He had many stories of adventures going awry and often told he...
Karen Sue Clark
Jun 13, 2025
No formal services are planned for Karen Sue Clark, of Lawrence. She died June 13, 2025 at her home.
Sue was born July 15, 1943, in Trenton, Missouri, the daughter of Leon and Roberta (Sigler) Moberly.
She worked as a CNA and X-Ray Lab at Jefferson County Memorial for 25 years and retired in 1997.
Sue enjoyed spending time with family an friends.
She...
Opal Mae Winn
Jun 12, 2025
A visitation for Opal Mae Winn is set from 10:00 ~ 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at First Regular Missionary Baptist Church, 1646 Vermont Street, Lawrence, KS, 66044 with a funeral service following at 11:00 A.M. Burial will take place at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence, KS.
Mother Opal Mae Winn, born Opal Mae Smith, entered this world on June...
Stephen R. Ortiz
Jun 12, 2025
Stephen Rounnell Ortiz (Monwa), 73, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on June 12, 2025, surrounded by his beloved wife and family.
Stephen was born on September 28, 1951, in Topeka, Kansas, to Eleodoro Jesus Ortiz and Laura Mae M'Jessepe-Ortiz. On February 10, 1973, he married Dolores (Garcia) Ortiz in Lawrence, Kansas.
A proud graduate of Topeka High School, Stephen...
Carrie Ann Hildenbrand
Jun 11, 2025
Carrie Ann (Zibell) Hildenbrand, 62, passed peacefully from this world on June 11, 2025, at her beloved home near Lawrence, Kansas, surrounded by her adoring family. She was born on June 20, 1962, in Holton, Kansas, to William “Bill” and Phyllis (Tudor) Zibell, and was raised on the family farm. She attended Holton High School, playing softball, basketball, and volleyball,...