Margaret A. Compton, 82, longtime Shawnee resident, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 at Homestead of Overland Park. 

Margaret was born April 8, 1937 to the late Benjamin and Mary Weishaar in Atchison, KS.  She graduated from Mt. St. Scholastica in 1955 and attended St. Mary’s College.  While serving as Maid of Honor in a friend’s wedding, Margaret met her future husband, Robert. They were married on November 28, 1962 in Nortonville, KS.  Shortly after, she and Bob moved to Shawnee, KS, which became home for their beautiful family.  Margaret was devoted to the Catholic Church and a very active member of St. Joseph Catholic Parish.  She shared her many gifts and commitment to service with numerous ministries at the parish including the St. Mary’s Food Pantry, Eucharistic adoration and the funeral luncheon committee.  Margaret had a zest for life and offered a caring smile to all who crossed her path.  Margaret was a devoted mother to her children, a wonderful grandmother, and a loving wife.  She valued family as her highest priority and was a model of the love, courage and strength of St. Mary, the Blessed Mother of God. Margaret was a dear friend to many and was always fun to be around.  She had a grateful heart and focused on the bright side of any situation.  She was like a ray of warm sunshine on a cloudy day and had a heart of gold.  In the last several weeks, Margaret enjoyed a song that describes her well and sums up how her family and friends would characterize her: “You are my Sunshine.”

She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Compton on February 8, 2009.  Margaret is also preceded by her brother, Bernard Weishaar.  Margaret leaves behind her three children, Chris Compton and wife Jill; Mark Compton and wife Mary Beth; Amy Reich and husband Jeff; a sister, Imogene Bertels and husband Eugene; two brothers, Kenny Weishaar and wife Mary Ann; Edward Weishaar; a sister in law, Kathleen Weishaar and 8 grandchildren.  

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 1, at the Amos Family Funeral Home; the Rosary will be prayed at 6 p.m.  Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 2 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 11311 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203. 

Memorial Contributions

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church or March of Dimes, 5750 Sprint Parkway, Overland Park, KS 66211.  These organizations were very close to her heart.  

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   Terry Abramovitz, 57, of Shawnee, Kansas passed away in his home on Wednesday, June 26^th 2019.  Terry was born July 16^th 1961 in Kansas City, Kansas to Thelman and Peggy.      

   Terry grew up in Leavenworth and graduated from Lansing high school in 1980 where he played football and basketball. At the age of 18 Terry was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma and is a 40 year cancer survivor.

    Terry loved his profession, working for 21 years at McPike/ Foxmeyer/McKesson pharmaceutical company, starting on the dock and working his way up to the corporate office as a Six Sigma Black Belt business process analyst. He was at Quintiles/ Aptuit pharmaceutical company for 9 years as an operations manager.

Terry met Jan, the love of his life, in 1981 and they were married January 28^th 1984. In November 1988 they were blessed with their only son, Alex.

  He loved his 1970 Stingray, Mr. Breeze and treasured his car group family with all his heart. He loved his cats and swimming pool. He had an unmatched sense of humor and a smile that could light up a room.

    Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Thelman and Peggy and brother Brian.

He is survived by his wife Jan of 35 years, son Alex, and daughter in law Sarah.

    Visitation and Service 

  A visitation will be held Tuesday, July 2nd from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Amos Family Funeral Home. A funeral service will be 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 3^rd at the funeral home.

Memorial Contributions 

     Memorial contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society 1100 Pennsylvania Ave, KCMO 64105 or Heart of America Council – BSA 10210 Holmes Rd. KCMO 64131

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Sarah Lucille Smith, 93, of Shawnee, KS passed away Wednesday, June 27 2019 at the Olathe Hospice House. Sarah was born October 30, 1925 to the late Eugene Earl and Myrtle Florence (Hunsicker) Bates in Uniontown, KS.  Sarah graduated from Ft. Scott High School in 1942.  Shortly after graduation, Sarah married Howard Joseph Smith in 1944.  Sarah is preceded in death by her husband, Howard; a son, Roger Alan Smith.  She is survived by 6 children, Dana French Smith; James Smith; Stephen Smith and wife Barbara; Craig Smith; Gina Hall and husband Danny; Sarah Coleman and husband Mike; 16 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. 

On behalf of our entire family we would like to thank the staff at Advent Health Shawnee Mission, Evergreen Community in Olathe, and Olathe Hospice House. They showed compassion and care for our mother and we are eternally grateful.

Visitation and Services

Visitation will be 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 30^th at the Amos Family Funeral Home.  Funeral service will be 10 a.m. Monday, July 1 at the funeral home.  Sarah will be laid to rest with her husband Howard, at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Ft. Scott National Cemetery. 

Memorial Contributions

 The family suggests memorial contributions be made to The Wounded Warrior Project; 7400 College Boulevard Suite 350, Shawnee Mission, KS, 66210. 

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James A. Lambeth, 86, of Shawnee, KS passed away Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Overland Park Regional Medical Center. 

Jim was born February 24, 1933 to the late Ervin and Cleo Lambeth in Kansas City, KS.  He attended Argentine High School and afterward served in the U.S. Army.  Jim married Joni Slatta on March 19, 1954.  He attended Finley Engineering College and earned a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering in 1964.  Jim had a long career that culminated with being a partner in Campbell, Barber Lambeth and Associates.  He retired in 2008. 

Jim is preceded in death by a daughter, Julie Kraus and 2 brothers.  He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Joni Lambeth; his children, Jamie Davies and husband Kevin; Marty Robson and husband Gary; Mitch Lambeth and wife Christy; a son in law, Jeff Kraus; 8 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. 

Memorial Contributions

The family suggests memorial contributions in memory of Jim be made to Cancer Action; 2708 W. 43rd Ave., Kansas City, KS, 66103 www.canceractionkc.org. 

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Leo Paul Thurman, 91, of Overland Park, KS, passed away on July 2, 2019. He was born on June 3, 1928, in Coin, Iowa, to Glen and Mabel Thurman.

Leo is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Ann Thurman; sister, Darlene Buszzard; grandson, Zachary Farr. He is survived by  children, Terry (Elizabeth) Thurman, Pamela (Jeffrey) Farr, Kimberly Hendricks; brother, Robert Thurman; grandchildren, Mark (Krista) Farr, Michael (Annie) Farr, J.P. (Jessica) Thurman, Jason Thurman, Alycia (Trey) Johnson, Camille (Thomas) Senseman, Natalie Hendricks, Brandon Hendricks; great-grandchildren, Lily Farr, Alex Thurman, Jase Thurman, Rylee Farr, Andrew Talley, Samuel Farr, Braxton Farr, Addisyn Farr, and Amelia Johnson.

Services

A visitation will be held on Tuesday from 9-9:45 a.m. at Cure of Ars Catholic Church, followed by a rosary and funeral mass starting at 10 a.m.  Burial at Mt. Olivet Cemetery in Raytown, MO.

Contributions

Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association Heart of America Chapter 3846 W. 75th Street Prairie Village, KS 66208.

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Laura Gehring Byrom passed from this earth into the embrace of God on June 29, 2019.

She is survived by her parents, Louis and Michelle Gehring, her brother Karl Gehring and his wife Cara, her son Liam Byrom and his father Greg Byrom. 

Laura accomplished a great deal in her short life. She was deeply committed to serving the community by changing and enhancing people’s lives as a certified personal trainer. She successfully competed in multiple body building competitions and consistently pushed herself forward.  Laura was an accomplished violinist and enjoyed all kinds of music. She also loved painting and crafts.

Most of all, Laura loved her son and her family with all of her heart.

Laura lived with bipolar disorder for many years.  Her personal struggles reflected those of many other persons who live with anxiety and depression.  She was a beacon for many people serving as an advocate, friend and trainer.  

 

 

Celebration of Life

 

A Celebration of Life for Laura will be held on July 11, at 4:00 p.m., at the Colonial Church in Prairie Village, 7039 Mission Road.  A reception will follow the service.

 

Memorial Contributions

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be in the form of gifts to the Liam Byrom Education Fund and the Laura Gehring Byrom Addiction Relief Fund at Colonial Church. 

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Darrel D. LaRue, 86, of Shawnee, KS, passed away on July 3, 2019. He was born on August 26, 1932, in Grant, NE, to Luke and Golda LaRue.

Darrel is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Donna LaRue. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Mary LaRue; children, Becky (Bruce) Richardson, Mark (Natalie) LaRue, Suzanne (Frank) McGinnis; grandchildren, Abigayle and Forrest Richardson, Dorian, Tallin and Tristan LaRue, Alex, Micheal and Michela McGinnis ; great-grandchildren, Lacey and Carson; along with nieces and a nephew.

Darrel graduated from Bird City High School and the University of Kansas. He served in the United States Army during the Korean War. Darrel was a longtime Boy Scout leader.  He retired from KC P&L after 30 years.

Services

Visitation will be on Saturday at Shawnee United Methodist Church from 10-11 a.m. with a memorial service to immediately follow.  Private family burial will be held at Johnson County Memorial Gardens.

Contributions

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to: Boy Scouts of America Heart of America Council 10210 Holmes Road Kansas City, MO 64131.a

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Betty Anne Lucy Maurer Lang, 89, passed away on July 6, 2019, in her hometown of Shawnee, Kansas. Born to Robert and Julia Maurer, of Maurer Road, Betty was the second of four children on a farm in western Shawnee. She attended St Joseph grade school and high school, graduating in 1947.   St. Joseph is where she met her husband of 65 years, Anthony “Tony”  J. Lang II. While her children attended St Joseph, she volunteered for many jobs including “picture lady”. She was a life-long member of St. Joseph Catholic Church serving as a eucharistic minister at noon Mass. 

Tony was truly the love of her life, and that love gave the world five children, many grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. Together with Tony, they built AJ Lang and Associates, where Betty served as bookkeeper, general manager and as a calming and balancing presence to Tony’s force of nature.

Outside of work and church, she extended her talents and time to the Shawnee civic community. She was instrumental in launching Old Shawnee Days, later named both Pioneer of the Year and Grand Marshall of the Parade.  She was, also, appointed chairwoman of the Shawnee Historical Society for a number of years.

Betty knew how to enjoy life. She traveled the world in planes and on boats and traveled Johnson County with the top down of whatever convertible she was driving at the time. She was known for her incredible luck at finding both good parking and a good deal. Betty’s charm regularly won over strangers; if you left her alone, you’d inevitably come back to discover her chatting with a new friend. She could always sniff out sweets to eat and beds to nap in–and never turned down one or the other when she found them.

The most impressive quality of Betty, though, was how she made other people feel. She mothered and loved her family with a quiet and steadfast fierceness. She was supportive and treated everyone with a kindness that permeated every bone in her body. Even as her health declined, her sweet disposition never wavered, and she was still quick with a smile and a twinkle in her eye. Betty was someone you wanted in your corner, and lucky for you, she was there before you could ask.

She was preceded in death by her husband Tony, her sister Rosemary Rusher and brother Robert Maurer, and her son-in-law and grandson, Jerry and Zachary Freeman. She is survived by her five children: Roxanne Lang; Anthony J. Lang III (Sharon Rose); Rebecca Merwald (Jim); Chris Jon Lang (Bobbie); and Robert Lang (Mary); and by 14 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren.

Services

A rosary will be said Wednesday, July 10th, at 5:30 pm, with visitation following from 6 pm to 8 pm at Amos Family Funeral Home, Shawnee.  Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 am, Thursday, July 11th, at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Shawnee.

Contributions

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Shawnee.

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Mabel A. Howell, 89, of Lenexa, KS passed away July 7, 2019 at St. Luke’s Hospice House. 

Mabel was born July 6, 1930 to the late Edgar and Mary Holman in Koshkonong, Missouri.  On May 13, 1947 she married Virgil Howell.  He preceded her in death on December 3, 1993.  Mabel was a longtime member of Shawnee United Methodist Church.  Mabel worked for many years at A & P Grocers and Fleming Foods as a checker and produce supplier before retiring in 1995. She was actively involved with helping the church keep the shelves of the food pantry stocked with canned goods.  She visited the local grocery stores to purchase canned goods to donate on a weekly basis.  Mabel also enjoyed reading and visiting with other church members in the book club.  She also enjoyed crocheting afghans and baby blankets. 

Mabel is also preceded in death by her daughter, Linda Coulter and son in laws, Bobby Coulter and Floyd “Bud” Conklin.  She is survived by her son, Gary Howell and wife Sandra; a daughter, Brenda Conklin; two sisters, Thelma Milburn; Jean Becker and husband Bob; a brother, Herman Holman and wife Judy; three grandchildren, Gregory Howell and wife Kelley; Michael Howell and wife Maureen; Beth Conklin; and five great grandchildren: Andrew, Peter, Anna, Benjamin and Wyatt.

Services and Memorial Contributions 

She will be laid to rest next to her husband with private service at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens.  The family suggests memorial contributions be made to St. Luke’s Hospice House in memory of Mabel Howell; c/o St. Luke’s Foundation; 901 E 104^th; Kansas City, MO 64131.

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Judge Leo Joseph Moroney, 93, of Merriam, KS passed away peacefully on July 6, 2019 at Brookdale Rosehill, Shawnee.  

Leo was born March 8, 1926, in Kansas City, KS.  He was the youngest of five sons born to Goldie and Joseph M. Moroney.  Leo attended Wyandotte High School in Kansas City, KS and received his high school diploma while serving his country.  He enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in June, 1944 after his junior year in high school and was assigned to the 1^st Marine Division, 3^rd Battalion and served during WWII in the Pacific War.  He was honorably discharged in April, 1946 after being critically wounded on Okinawa in a firefight with the enemy.  Leo was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star metals for his valor and heroism.

Leo spent a year recuperating from his battle injuries and surgeries in Naval hospitals in Pearl Harbor and Mare Island, CA.  Upon his discharge from the Marines, he returned to Kansas City and continued his education on the GI Bill.  He earned his BA Degree from Kansas City University in 1950 and received his Law Degree in 1957 from UMKC.  After law school, Leo was a defense lawyer in private practice and later became the Wyandotte County Prosecuting Attorney, Judge of the Municipal Court, and Judge of the District Court of Wyandotte County for 21 years.   He held the position of Administrative Chief Judge for eight years prior to his retirement from the bench in 1988.

Leo was grateful for the love of his family and many friends.  He touched so many lives both personally and professionally.  He was a friend and hero to all and a mentor to many young, aspiring legal professionals. He was an unassuming gentle man and always a gentleman.  He ruled his Courtroom with decorum and dignity.   Leo enjoyed the good life…..playing golf, traveling extensively and fine dining which was always accompanied with a bottle of fine red wine.  He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Martha (Eubank) Moroney; his daughter, Nancy Wiss (Tom); two grandsons, Ryan Wiss and Bradley Wiss (Tarra); sister-in-law, Carol Eubank; daughter-in-law, Carol Moroney; and three great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents and brothers; his first wife, June, and their two sons Michael and Steven Moroney.  

 

Visitation and Funeral Service

 

Visitation will be held at 2:00 followed by services at 3:00 on Saturday, July 13, at the Shawnee United Methodist Church, 10700 Johnson Dr.  Burial immediately following the services at Pleasant View Cemetery, Shawnee. 

 

Memorials

 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Leo’s name to the Disabled American Veterans or to a charity of your choice.

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        Kristie Cleaver, 46, of Shawnee, KS, passed away on July 7th, 2019. She was born on May 13th, 1973 in Kansas City, KS. Kristie was a loving mother of five children, Zack, Kaylee, Kennedy, Madelyn and Bri. Kristie’s children were the joy of her life. She took an active involvement in all of the children’s activities such as coaching soccer, planning day time adventures and absolutely loved spending time with her family over the holidays, going Christmas crazy.
        Kristie was a graduate of Pittsburg State University. After having children, she continued her education at St. Luke’s Nursing School where she received her RNBSN. Kristie worked at Overland Park Regional Medical Center as a NICU Nurse where her passion and love for life was shared.
        She was very active in her church at Community Life. She took part in many community volunteer projects and enjoyed giving back to others. Many would note she was a mom to all.  Kristie is survived by her mother, Linda Hack; sisters, Heather and Holly; children, Zack, Kaylee, Kennedy, Madelyn and Bri. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law, William A. Cleaver, Sr.

Services

A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 11th from 5-7 PM at Amos Family Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at Amos Family Funeral Home on Friday, July 12th at 10 AM.

Contributions

In lieu of flowers, please consider helping the children and this transition by contributing to an account that is set up to help with expenses and future college expenses:

Mailing Address (Direct to Bank)

Community America Credit Union
Attn/Make Payable: William A. Cleaver Jr / Cleaver Children Fund
P.O. Box 15950
Lenexa, KS 66285

Or if you have a Venmo account, log in to Venmo and search for: cleaverchildrenfund

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Peggy Lane of Mission Hills, KS, entered into eternal peace on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. The visitation will be held on Friday, July 12, 2019 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS. There will also be a visitation from 9:45am to 10:15am at St. Andrews Episcopal Church prior to the service. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2019, at 11:00am in St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 6401 Wornall Terrace, Kansas City, MO.

Peggy was born in Memphis, TN, on January 3, 1934, to Fennell Lowery Wright and Ozema Harris Wright. She grew up on a cotton and dairy farm in Nesbit, MS. After finishing high school in Hernando, MS, she graduated from Stephens College in Columbia, MO, and received a B.A. degree in music from LSU in Baton Rouge, LA. Her career as a Stewardess from 1955 to 1957 was with American Airlines based in Dallas, TX.

On June 21, 1957, Peggy married her beloved husband, Al Lane. They spent 52 wonderful years together sharing his careers with TWA and the Kansas Legislature. Through the years, their family enjoyed many travels and adventures while making new friends around the world. They spent many relaxing times with family and friends at their homes in St. Thomas, USVI, and Lake Lotawana, MO. As a stay at home Mom, Peggy dedicated her life to her family; she always felt it was her favorite accomplishment. With her love for music, Peggy taught piano to children for ten years. She was involved in her children’s activities as a Girl Scout Leader, Campfire Leader, and Cub Scout Den Mother. Peggy enjoyed giving neighborhood Christmas caroling parties, get togethers, and the big “50 years on Sagamore Road Celebration” before she moved to Santa Marta Retirement Home in Olathe, KS in 2016.

In her new home, she enjoyed making many new friends and reviving her love for Bridge. For over 50 years Peggy was a member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church where she was on Altar Guild, in Trinity Guild, Chairman of the Circle of Grace prayer group, and a member of the Order of St. Luke’s. She was a lifelong member of PTA; Delta Delta Delta sorority; PEO Chapter F; Stephens College Alumnae; and the American Airlines National Kiwi Club, where she received the national Kiwi Club Award for outstanding dedication and service in 2019.

Through her deep faith and trust in the Lord, she was blessed to conquer multiple cancers over many years. She is survived by her four children, Sheryl Turner (Rod), Leslie LaNave, Linda Coskun (Battal), and Al Lane, Jr. (Kim); six grand-children, Michael Turner, Josh LaNave, Ellis Bryant, Megan Pence, Rachel LaNave, Kaitlyn Coskun, two step-grandsons, Jamie Coskun and Jason Coskun; three great grandchildren, Lael Turner, Logan Bryant, and Wynne Turner. She also leaves behind her sister, Nancy June Burkett (Bill), her brother, Marion Wright (Jerri), her sister-in-law, Alice Lane, and numerous nieces and nephews. Peggy is preceded in death by her husband, Al, her parents, Lowery and Ozema Wright, and her brother, Frank Wright.

Her favorite stained glass window at her church was the one with Jesus praying, “Not my will, but Thine be done.” Peggy always said, “What a wonderful life!” and “The sun is always shining above the clouds.” Peggy was sustained in life by her deep faith, love of family, her many loyal and devoted friendships, and her church.

Memorial Donations may be sent to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Endowment Fund at 6401 Wornall Terrace, KCMO 64113,  https://standrewkc.org or St. Jude’s Research Hospital at 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105,  https://stjude.org.

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Carol Jo Harder, 77, of Overland Park, KS passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Carol was born on October 31, 1941 in Cartersville, GA to Carroll and Winnie (Overton) Carpenter.  She is survived by her children Joe and Evelyn Harder. 

 

Services

A visitation will be from 2pm followed by service at 3pm on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at BreakPointe Community Church, 10001 W 88th St, Overland Park, KS 66212.

 

Contributions

Memorial contributions may be made to your local no-kill animal shelter.

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Naomi Shipps, 94, of Shawnee, died July 10, 2019.  Naomi was born May 31, 1925 in Orrick, MO to Frank and Juanita McMullen. She was a clerk at the Mission Highland Supermarket. She was a member of the Shawnee United Methodist Church.

Naomi married Robert Shipps on October 20, 1965 in North Kansas City, MO. He preceded her in death on July 14, 2010.

Survivors include a son, Ronnie (Betty) Pearson; a daughter, Paula (Jay) Jones; eight grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

 

Visitation and Funeral Services

 

A visitation will be held from 9 – 10 a.m. Wednesday followed immediately by funeral services at the Amos Family Funeral Home. Burial will be in Richmond Memory Garden, Richmond, MO.

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Terry L. Williams, 74, of Lenexa, KS, passed away on July 14, 2019. He was born on February 10, 1945, in Kansas City, MO, to Lawrence and Helen Williams. 

Terry is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Charlene Williams; son, Bobby (Kristy) Williams; daughter, Lisa (Marty) Denmark; granddaughter, Ashley (Lauren) Denmark; grandsons, Tyler Williams, Chris (Jen) Denmark; great-grandsons, Gentry Williams, Myles Williams, Abel Denmark; sisters, Elaine Domian, Sharon Degreave, Martha Poduch; brother, John Williams.

Terry worked for Retail Clerks Union for 32 years and Blue Valley School District for 23 years.

Services

A visitation will be held on Friday at Amos Family Funeral Home from 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Contributions

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to:

The Parkinson Foundation of the Heartland
8900 State Line Rd #320
Leawood, KS 66206

OR

Saint Luke’s Home Care & Hospice
901 E 104th St Ste N3000
Kansas City, MO 64131

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Maverick Weidman, 18 months, passed away July 6, 2019 at Children’s Mercy Hospital. Maverick was born on December 29, 2017 to Carly and Wes Weidman in Overland Park, Kansas. He leaves behind his two sisters Payton and Hailey.  Maverick truly exemplified his name. He was brave, strong, spirited and brought forth many challenges to those caring for him.  In his short time with us he touched more lives than we can count.  He stole the hearts of many and will forever be remembered by his gentle spirit and big smile. 

Services

A visitation will be from 9:00-10:00 am, Friday, July 19, 2019 with a memorial service at 10:00 am at Heartland Community Church, 12175 S Strang Line Rd, Olathe, KS 66062.  Burial will follow at Resurrection Cemetery, 8300 Quivira Rd, Lenexa, KS 66215.

Contributions

Memorial contributions may be made to Joyful Mornings, joyfulmorningkc.com or to the Weidman Family, 12810 Lucille St. Overland Park, Kansas 66213. 

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JoAnn Rockufeler, 76, of Overland Park, KS, passed away, Saturday, July 13, 2019. A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday at the Amos Family Funeral Home. A visitation will begin at 12 noon prior to the service. The family suggests contributions to the National Wildlife Federation.

JoAnn was born in Mason City, Iowa to Loyd and Ruby Wickard St. Peter. She married Jack Rockufeler on February 4, 1961 in Mason City. They settled in Kansas City a few years later. He preceded her in death on May 31, 2018.

She was Executive Assistant to the Vice-President of the Board of Directors for the American Academy of Family Physicians. She retired from the academy after 40 years of dedicated service.

JoAnn spent her retirement years dedicated to preserving nature and spending time with her granddaughters.

She is survived by her son John and Melody, his wife; her granddaughters, JoAnna and Julia; and her cat Lily.

 

Visitation and Memorial Service

 

A visitation will be held from 12 – 1 p.m., Tuesday, July 23 followed immediately by a memorial service at the Amos Family Funeral Home.

 

Contributions

The family suggests contributions to the National Wildlife Federation

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On July 11th, Elizabeth (Betty) Poole, lost her battle with cancer and joined her daughter in spirit. She is survived by her sister, Ella Mae Corse, her son-in-law John Hahner, Granddaughter Rebecca Sogn, and great-grandchildren Ashley de Andrade and Zachary Cason. 

Betty’s vivacious, witty, and lively personality allowed her to move through life with unbounding vibrance. She loved music, bowling, dancing, playing bingo and playing the organ. 

Contributions

If you would like to make a donation in honor of Betty, donations can be made to St. Jude’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105

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Jason Huen, 37, and Julie Huen, 27, of Gardner, KS, passed away on July 13th, 2019. Jason was born on July 12th, 1982 in Houma, Louisiana to Gary and Sharon Huen. Julie was born on September 28th, 1991 in Berlin, Germany to Joel and Brigitte Decker. Jason served two tours in Iraq and Kuwait while in the United States Army as a Helicopter Mechanic. He later went on to earn his Associates Degree focusing in auto repair at Johnson County Community College. Julie proudly completed an Associate’s Degree with Dean’s Honors in Paralegal Studies and was on The President’s Honor Roll. Jason and Julie united in marriage on August 31st, 2013 in Prairie Village, KS. In their free time, they enjoyed off-roading in their Jeep, riding their Harley and loved spending time at the park catching Pokémon with their kids, Ethan, Zander and Shelby. Jason and Julie were preceded in death by Jason’s mother, Sharon. Also preceding them in death was their beloved dog, Sweetie. They are survived by Julie’s parents, Brigitte and Joel Decker; Jason’s father, Gary Huen; children, Ethan, Zander and Shelby; Julie’s brother, Justin; and many good friends and family.

Visitation and Services

A visitation for both Jason and Julie will be held on Friday, July 19th at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 20th at Amos Family Funeral Home at 12:00 PM. Burial will be at Shawnee Mission Memory Gardens in Shawnee, KS.

Memorial Donations

Please check back soon for more information regarding where to send donations.

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Brij Gupta, 94, of Overland Park, KS passed away on July 17th, 2019.  He was born in Agra, India to Baburam and Beni Devi Gupta.

Services

A funeral service will be held at Amos Family Funeral Home, 10901 Johnson Drive, Shawnee, KS 66203 on Friday, July 19th at 10:00 AM.  

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