Margaret Mary O’Neill

February 20th, 1947 – December 16th, 2024 Margaret Mary O’Neill, born on February 20, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2024, in Olathe, Kansas, at the age of 77. Margaret was a compassionate soul who found joy and purpose in fostering cats, and providing love and care to those in need. … Read more

Jacob Raphael Hernandez Pecaña

November 2, 2005 – December 11, 2024 Jacob Raphael Hernandez Pecaña, 19, of Olathe, Kansas, passed away December 11th of 2024. He was born November 2nd of 2005, in Overland Park, Kansas, to Arminda Hernandez and Rizvend Pecaña. Known to many as Jake or Jakey, he was the sweetest soul with the most infectious smile. … Read more

Gerald Steffes

June 19, 1961 — December 14, 2024 Overland Park Gerald Clair Steffes, 63, of Overland Park, Kan., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on December 14th, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on June 19, 1961 to Gerald Eugene Steffes and Patricia J. Steffes (Hamilton) in Emporia, KS and … Read more

Wade B. Banks, Jr.

December 20, 1929 — December 15, 2024 Leawood Wade B. Banks, Jr. (94) transitioned peacefully on December 15, 2024. He was born in Parkin, AR. He was a beloved husband, father and grandfather who will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A celebration of life will be held at Friendship Baptist Church, 3530 … Read more

Dorothy Marie Tuck

June 23, 1930 — December 15, 2024 Olathe Dorothy Marie Tuck, age 94, completed her journey on earth on December 15, 2024, at Santa Marta Skilled Nursing. She was born on June 23, 1930, in Mystic, Iowa to James and Anna Riggs. She was married to Glen Tuck for 38 years, who preceded her in … Read more

Ellen “Dee” Simms

August 25, 1941 — December 13, 2024 Overland Park Ellen “Dee” Simms, a beloved educator, devoted mother and grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully one week ago in Seattle, Washington, at the age of 83. Dee lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to her family and community. Dee’s early years … Read more

Caryl Ann Francis-Niedens

Caryl Ann Francis-Niedens, 56, died on December 9th, 2024 at The Village in Mission, Prairie Village, Kansas, after a thoroughly courageous and inspiring year-long fight with a rare form of cancer. Born August 28, 1968, in Hays, Kansas, she was the daughter of Robert Francis and Carla (VonFeldt) Detherage. She spent the first few years … Read more

David Laurence Wilson

November 8, 1944 – December 5, 2024 David Laurence Wilson, 80, passed away on Thursday, December 5th, 2024. He was born on November 8th, 1944, to Laurence Eugene and Better Sue (Wagner) Wilson. He graduated from Shawnee Mission East, and Kansas State with a degree in landscape architecture. David co-owned Holsinger Nursery with his father … Read more

Kenny Savage

May 7, 1954 — December 15, 2024 Overland Park Mr. Ken Savage was born in Chicago, IL on May 7th, 1954, and he passed December 15th, 2024. He was proceeded in death by his mother and father Thomas and Corine Savage, sister Deloria Robinson, and brother Thomas Savage. He graduated Calumet High School. He was … Read more