Local Obituaries for Osawatomie, & Surrounding Areas

Feb 9, 2023

Don Lee Christensen, 81, of Paola, Kansas, died Thursday, February 9 th, from complications of COPD. He was surrounded by family and his loving caregivers at Vintage park.

Don, and his twin, Donna, were born August 25 th , 1941, in State Center, Iowa, the youngest of nine siblings.

Don and his siblings were raised...

Feb 3, 2023

Ellen Louise Porter of Osawatomie, Kan. – beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt – died peacefully Feb. 3, 2023, at the remarkable age of 95.

Ellen was born Dec. 7, 1927, in the small town of Kanwaka, Kan., to Roger and Ruby (Herald) Schooley. Ellen and her older sister Arlene attended a two-room school in nearby...

Jan 31, 2023

Raymond Henry Rodewald age 86 of Paola, KS died Tuesday January 31, 2023 at his home.

Raymond was born May 31, 1936 in Winfield, KS. He was one of two children born to Henry W. and Irene K.M. (Muller) Rodewald. In 1951, the family moved South of Block where they made their home. Raymond attended Paola High...

Jan 30, 2023

George D. Jackson age 79 of Paola, KS died Monday January 30, 2023 at Olathe Medical Center.

George was born November 6, 1943 in rural Franklin County. He was one of three born to Lewis C. Jackson and Grace (Bledsoe) Jackson. The family moved to Oregon where George attended Redmond schools. He then joined the United States...

Jan 29, 2023

John Garett Diediker age 23 of Osawatomie, KS died Sunday January 29th 2023.

John Garett was born June 20, 1999 in Merriam, KS. He was the youngest born to John Edward Diediker and Michelle Ann Robinson. He grew up in Osawatomie where he attended school. Graduating with the Osawatomie High School Class of 2017.

Right...

Jan 24, 2023

Wilma Maxine Kisner Lewis, 99, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2023 at Vintage Park assisted living facility in Osawatomie, Kansas.  Wilma was born to Benonie Kisner and Violet Eddy Valk Kisner on September 3, 1923 in Butler, MO.

Wilma joined the Cadet Nurses Training Corps program during World War II and was trained to be a...

Jan 24, 2023

Harold Dean Robinson, 86, Osawatomie, passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at North Point Professional Care Center in Paola, Kansas.

Born April 4, 1936, in Osawatomie, he was the second of five children of Carl and Marjorie Adams Robinson.  He was a 1954 graduate of Osawatomie High School.

Mr. Robinson did several jobs out of...

Jan 23, 2023

Carolyn Isenhower of Osawatomie passed away January 23, 2023 at the age of 92.  A private family service will be held at a later date.  In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to the resident’s trip fund at the assisted living facility where she lived the last 3 years of her life.  Make checks payable to Vintage Park...

Jan 23, 2023

Thomas Hays Neuenschwander, 74, died of natural causes at his home in Kenton, Oklahoma, on Monday, January 23, 2023.

Tom was diligent in his desire to live simply. He was a child of the ‘60’s who adopted a minimalist lifestyle, living life on his own terms and cherishing his privacy. He was true to his friends and...

Jan 18, 2023

Larry O. Young, Sr. finished his Life’s Race on January 18, 2023, in Seal Beach, CA, where he was spending the last months of his Journey with his Son, Kevin and his family.  Being with his Family in the end brought great peace to everyone, Friends and Family.

Larry was born on January 28, 1941, to Ernest...

Jan 12, 2023

Susan Lydia (Sharp) Hiles, age 74, of Overland Park, KS passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2023. She was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her passing. She had incredible strength and courage in her fight against a rare terminal cancer; her bravery and continued love for her family will never be forgotten. Susan was a beloved...

Jan 5, 2023

Memorials are to the First United Methodist Church of Osawatomie or Ascend Hospice.

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Wayne Lee Harclerode age 83 of Osawatomie, KS passed away Thursday January 5, 2023 at his home.

Wayne was born March 21, 1939 in Osawatomie, KS. He was the only child born to Marion Lee and Mildred Ethel (Pool)...

Jan 5, 2023

On January 5th, 2023, Rosalie Rues passed away at the age of 86 surrounded by loved ones in the comfort of her own home.

Rosalie lived a full and meaningful life. She enjoyed sewing, making quilts, crafts, and spending time with family. She was a loving daycare provider for over forty years.

Rosalie will be...

Dec 28, 2022

Shani Yvonne Reeve was born July 20, 1967 in Wiesbaden, Germany to Billie Joe and Cheryl Dianne Reeve.  They resided there until 1969, before moving back to the Osawatomie, Kansas area.  Shani graduated from Osawatomie High School class of 1985 after being active in drill/cheer team, STUCO and the high school civic organization group.  In 1989, Shani moved...

Dec 23, 2022

James Eugene Johns age 83 of Lane, KS passed away Friday December 23, 2022 at Rock Creek of Ottawa.

James was born January 26, 1939 in Osawatomie, KS. He was one of eight born to James Henry and Millie (Sharp) Johns. He grew up in Osawatomie and graduated with the Class of 1957.

After high...

Dec 19, 2022

Zelores Beth Partridge age 86 of Paola, KS formerly of Osawatomie, KS passed away Monday December 19, 2022 at North Point in Paola.

Zelores was born October 28, 1936 in Hardtner , KS. She was the second of five children born to Orville and Dora Elizabeth ( Moltz ) Adams. She grew up in Osawatomie...

Dec 19, 2022

Memorials are to the Patty Fouts Memorial Fund.

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Patricia Ann Fouts age 75 of Osawatomie, KS passed away Monday December 19, 2022 at her home.

Patty was born September 30, 1947 in Paola, KS. She was born to William Richard “Bill” and Mildred Louise (Christopher) Hall. She attended a one room school...

Dec 15, 2022

Memorials are to the Felicia Johns Memorial Fund send c/o Eddy-Birchard Funeral Home P.O. Box 430 Osawatomie, KS 66064

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Felicia Nell Johns age 34 of Osawatomie, KS passed away Thursday December 15, 2022.

Felicia was born August 16, 1988 in Kansas City, MO. She was born to Charles Edward Johns Jr. and...

Dec 11, 2022

Memorials are to the Eddy-Birchard Funeral Home to help with the cost of services.

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Marilyn Ruth (Dotson) Kittrell of Kansas City, Missouri passed away Sunday December 11, 2022 at North Care Hospice in North Kansas City, Missouri.

Marilyn was born January 23, 1948 in Kansas City, KS. She was one of fourteen...

Dec 3, 2022

Memorials are to the funeral home to help with cost of service.

Carol Veda Brewer age 77 of Paola, KS died Saturday December 3, 2022 at Olathe Medical Center.

Carol was born May 8, 1945 in LaCygne, KS. She was one of eight born to Elmer James and Fern Opal (Edwards) McClanahan. Carol grew up...