Memorials


Robert Bryce "Bo" Martin
1958-02-26 1995-04-15
Robert Bryce “Bo” Martin, 37, Lenexa, KS, died Saturday, April 15, 1995 at the Bronson Hospital, Kalamazoo, Michigan. Memorial services will be 1pm Wednesday, April 19, at the Porter Chapel. Friends may call 12-1pm Wednesday at the chapel. The family suggests contributions to the Associated Youth Services.
Mr. Martin was born in Kansas City, KS, and was a lifelong resident of the Kansas City area. He was a carpenter’s foreman for the last two years with the Merit Construction Co., of Kansas City, KS, and was formerly employed with the Martin Construction Co. He was a 1976 graduate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School and attended the University of Kansas. He is...

Sue Ellen Martin
1958-03-25 2015-04-11
Sue Ellen Martin
Birth: Mar. 25, 1958
Kansas City
Wyandotte County
Kansas, USA
Death: Apr. 11, 2015
Our dear sister, Sue Ellen Martin, was born on March 25, 1958 at Bethany Hospital in Kansas City, Kansas to Eunice Maxine (Philgreen) Martin and Gorby Ray Martin Sr. She grew up in Shawnee, Kansas, attending Flint Elementary School, (old) Shawnee Grade School, Hocker Grove Junior High School, and Shawnee Mission Northwest High School (class of 1976). Next, she attended Baker University; graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology in 1980. Sue then earned another Bachelor’s degree a...

Debbie Ann Williams (McClelland)
1958-04-13 2019-07-21
Debbie Ann Williams
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Ronald Lee Messick
1957-10-26 1995-01-16
Ronald Lee “Ronnie” Messick died on January 16, 1995. He was born to Harley R. and Mary Elizabeth (Hutchinson) Messick on October 26, 1957, in Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas. He married Vivian Ann Bales in 1975. They divorced in 1987. Ron is buried in Maple Hill Cemetery, Located in Kansas City, Wyandotte County, Kansas.

Wilhelm Von Messinger
1957-12-21 2011-03-29
Wilhelm Von Messinger, 53, Overland Park, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2011, at his home. Wil was born December 21, 1957, in Lubbock, Texas, to Harry and Maurine (Knehans) Messinger.
He was preceded in death by his father, Harry F. Messinger, February 25, 2009. Wil is survived by his mother, Maurine Messinger, Shawnee, Kansas; brother, Frederick K. Messinger and his family, Lenexa, Kansas; and sister, LiZette’ Roberts and her family, Kansas City, Kansas. Cremation.
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Jeri Lynn Cavener (Miles)
1958-06-21 2021-06-01
Jeri Lynn (Miles) Cavener, 62, of Greenwood, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Jeri was born on June 21, 1958 in Kansas City, Kansas.

Teresa Lee Fox (Murdock)
1957-03-30 2010-06-13
Teresa "Terri" Fox, 53, of Edwardsville, KS passed away June 13, 2010. Visitation will be Friday June 18th from 10:00-11:00 AM at McGilley Antioch Chapel. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Farmington Cemetery in Wilson County Kansas.
Terri was preceded in death by her parents: Alan and Marjorie Murdock. Survivors include: her son John Fox, a grandson; Clayton Fox, two brothers; Steve Murdock and Rex Murdock.

Emily R. Newkirk
1957-12-26 2006-12-22Emily R. Newkirk, 48, of Shawnee, passed away Friday, December 22, 2006 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center after a long illness. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, December 27, 2006 at Pleasant View Cemetery in Shawnee. She was born, December 26, 1957 to George and Mary Newkirk in Kansas City, KS. She grew up and attended school in Shawnee, KS. She was preceded in death by her father, George Newkirk. She is survived by her mother, Mary Newkirk of Shawnee, brother David Newkirk of Paola, KS, nieces and nephews, Stephanie Newkirk of Lawrence, KS. Nicholas, Haley, and Logan Newkirk of Paola, KS. She is also survived by her long-time companion, Harold Taylor, who cared for her f...
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Deborah Ann "Deah" Newman
1957-12-25 2020-08-30

Obituary for Deborah Ann "Deah" Newman
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John Mitchell Nye
1958-01-21 1989-08-24
John Mitchell Nye
Birth: Jan. 21, 1958
Toledo
Lucas County
Ohio, USA
Death: Aug. 24, 1989
Overland Park
Johnson County
Kansas, USA
John Mitchell Nye was born the eldest son of Bill Orup Nye and Ruth Ann Mitchell Nye in Toledo, OH on January 21, 1958. John was raised in Toledo and Merriam, KS, graduating from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School in 1976. During his high school years John also resided in Minneapolis, MN where he was active in Young Life Ministries. Upon graduation John attended DeVry Institute in Kansas City. John was on staff with the NCAA-Nation...

Donald V. Pock
1957-07-01 2001-08-14
Donald V. Pock , 44, of Ellington Rd., So. Windsor died Tuesday (August 14, 2001) in E. Hartford as the result of an accident. He was born July 1, 1957 in Council Bluffs, IA, the son of Che-Ro and Soon Young Chung Pock of Everett, WA. He resided in the So. Windsor area for the past 20 years. He was a master carpenter. Donald was a coach for the Glastonbury Little League, and a former Wethersfield Police Officer serving from 1982-1987. Besides his parents, he is survived by his son, Alex Pock of Glastonbury; his fiancee, Vic...
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Curtiss James Pritchett
1958-03-02 2019-10-14
Curtiss James Pritchett, 61, passed away Monday, October 14, 2019 in his home. An Open House/Celebration of Life will be held at his brother, Eric Pritchett’s home in Olathe, KS on Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. The family requests that any contributions be made in his honor to Wayside Waifs. View Memorial and Tributes

Larry Owen Rangel
1958-02-23 2015-01-03
Larry Owen Rangel
Birth: Feb. 23, 1958
Kansas City
Wyandotte County
Kansas, USA
Death: Jan. 3, 2015
Spring Hill
Johnson County
Kansas, USA
Larry Owen Rangel, a resident of Spring Hill, KS, passed away at his home on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at the age of 56.
Larry was born on February 23, 1958 in Kansas City, KS.
Survivors include his parents, Leonard Owen and Margie Ellen (Grandstaff) Rangel of Shawnee, KS; sons, Dustin Rangel & Corey Rangel; brothers, Michael Rangel of Shawnee, KS & Jason Rangel of KCK; sister...

Ralph P. "Rick" Reichert Jr.
1958-08-05 1990-08-21Ralph P. “Rick” Reichert Jr. 32, Lenexa, died August 21, 1990 at home. He was a lifelong area resident. Mr. Reichert was a percussionist, playing in area jazz bands, and taught drum lessons privately. He was a graduate of the University of Missouri-Kansas City and was a member of Phi Kappa Phi fraternity. He was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Shawnee. Survivors include his father, Ralph P. Reichert Sr., San Diego; his mother, Marty F. Reichert, Shawnee; and two sisters, Terise Reichert, Fresno, California, and Suzanne Schmittling, Buffalo, NY. Services will be at 10am Friday at the church; burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa. Friends may call from 7 to 8:30pm today at the Amos...
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Ronald G. "Ronnie" Riner Jr.
1958-03-26 2010-03-12
Ronald G. Riner Jr. (Ronnie), age 51, U.S.A.F. Veteran, formerly of Shawnee, KS, passed away March 12th 2010, in Las Vegas, Nevada. He was a graduate of Shawnee Mission Northwest. Private Family Services pending.
Kansas City Star, The (MO) - Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Warren P. Rudd
1958-09-24 2020-07-25
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Theresa "TC" Knedlik (Sachsenmaier)
1959-05-03 2007-11-25
Theresa Leonard, 48, passed away November 25, 2007. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Thursday, November 29, 2007, at Bruce Funeral Home, Spring Hill, Kan., 913-592-2244. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Friday, November 30, 2007, at Prince of Peace Catholic Church in Olathe. Inurnment will be at Spring Hill Cemetery, following the service.
The following is from the KC Pet Connect Webite, www.pet-connect.org/tc_memorial.php:
Theresa Sachsenmaier, 48, beloved Founder of KC Pet-Connect passed away peacefully at home on November 25th, surrounded by her devoted family, after a valiant four-year battle against breast cancer.
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Kathy Anne Sherrow
1958-01-10 2016-06-02
Kathy Anne Sherrow, 58, of Overland Park, Kan., passed away June 2, 2016, surrounded by her loving family. Kathy was born Jan. 10, 1958, in Kansas City, Mo. She was a graduate of The University of Kansas with a Bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy, specializing in geriatric care. Kathy provided home healthcare services primarily in the Midtown area through Visiting Nurses Association. She had an unending love for h...

Steven Charles Sims
1957-08-19 2009-02-10
Steven Charles Sims passed away at home on February 10, 2009 at 51 years of age. He was born to Charles and JoAnne (Duff) Sims on August 19, 1957 in Sioux City, Iowa. Steven had been living in Indiana.

Jerry O. Smith
1957-03-20 2003-03-23
Jerry O. Smith, 46, Lenexa, KS, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2003, at the home. Funeral services will be 2 p.m. Thursday, March 27, at D.W. Newcomer's Sons Johnson County Funeral Chapel, 11200 Metcalf. Burial in Johnson County Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at the chapel. Contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.
Jerry was born March 20, 1957 in Kansas City, MO and lived in the Shawnee Mission area during his lifetime. He was an electrician and had worked for various electrical contractors in the area. He graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School in 1976 and then attended Johnson County Community College. Jerry was a l...

Craig Smith
2021-12-30
January 2, 2022 ·
It is with great sadness that SMNW classmate, Craig Smith passed away on December 30th, 2021. He joined the army before graduating from SMNW, but earned his GED. Craig’s sisters were Gina (Smith) Hall class of 1975, and Sarah (Smith) Coleman who was in the class of 1979. The family is in the process of making plans for his funeral.

Noralee Nadine Smith
1958-10-12 2012-07-24Noralee Nadine Smith, 53, of Overland Park, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at Menorah Medical Center. Noralee was born Oct. 12, 1958 to Amie andLeonard Smith in Onaga, KS. She graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest in 1976. Noralee is preceded in death by her father Leonard. She is survived by her mother Amie; three sisters, Bernice Wassell and husband Larry; Martha Smith and Ella Smith; two brothers, Raymond Smith and wife Debbie; James Smith and wife Laura. Three nieces and three nephews also survive her. The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the American Arthritis Foundation; 1900 W. 75th St., Ste. 200; Prairie Village, Kansas 66208. Condolences may be left at www.am...
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Rhonda "Gidget" Spangler
1957-06-16 2003-05-17
Rhonda "Gidget" (Moeck) Spangler
Birth 16 June 1957 in Kansas City, Wyandotte, Kansas, USA
Death 17 May 2003 in Shawnee Mission, Johnson, Kansas, USA
Gidget Spangler, 45, of Shawnee Mission, KS, passed away May 17, 2003, at the home of her aunt, Janet Kline. Services will be held Tuesday, May 20, 2003, at 3 p.m. at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee. Friends may call at the chapel from 1-3 p.m. Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, family suggests donations to the Central United Methodist Church. Cremation.
Gidget was a lifelong resident of the Shawnee Mission area. She attended Shawnee Mission Northwest High School and...

Michael Kirk Stein
1958-08-16 2021-05-19
Michael K. Stein, age 62, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 19th, 2021 at his home. He was born on August 16, 1958 in Tulsa, OK.
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Eric Edman Sturgeon
1958-08-31 1994-03-04
Eric Edman Sturgeon
SALT LAKE CITY--Our beloved father, son and brother, Eric Edman Sturgeon , age 35, passed away March 4, 1994 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident near Castle Dale, Utah.
Eric was born August 31, 1958 in Council Bluffs, Iowa, a son of Edman Eugene and Elinor Albertson Sturgeon . He was married to Carolyn Crawford on March 25, 1983 in Salt Lake City. He was currently employed by Utah Fasteners.
He was raised in Iowa and Kansas prior to moving to Utah. He graduated from the College of Business at the University of Utah. He enjoyed working with his hands and being in the outdoors.
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Daniel Joseph "Danny" Sullivan
1957-09-05 2005-07-23
DANIEL " DANNY " JOSEPH SULLIVAN
Danny Sullivan, age 47, passed away Saturday, July 23, 2005, at his home in Prairie Village, KS. He was born September 5, 1957 in Kansas City, MO to John and Lucia Sullivan. Danny was an Electrician and a proud 30-year member of Local Union 124 IBEW. A rosary will be recited at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 27, 2005 at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee with a visitation following until 9 p.m. Family suggests memorial contributions be sent to the Joe Stockton Education Fund at Metcalf Bank. Danny is survived by his wife, Karen of the home; stepson, Joe of the home; parents Lucia and John Sullivan of Shawnee, KS; sisters, Terri Freedman and hu...

Mark Thomas Tatman
1958-09-17 1979-06-24
Mark Thomas Tatman, 20, of 7313 Edgewood Blvd., Shawnee passed away June 24, 1979.
Tatman was an assistant manager of the Highway Oil Co. In Merriam for six months. He graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School and was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church in Shawnee. He was a lifelong area resident.
He leaves his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John W. Tatman; a brother, Chris W. Tatman; and a sister, Miss Karen Tatman, all of the home. Services will be at 10am Tuesday at the church; burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa. The Rosary will be said at 7:30pm today at the McGilley-Hoge Chapel, where friends may call from 7-9pm. The family suggests contributions to...

David “Ray” Thomas
1957-12-23 2024-03-28
David "Ray" Thomas Obituary
David Ray Thomas, known affectionately as Raybird, was born on December 23, 1957, in Kansas City, Kansas. He passed away on March 28, 2024, in Shawnee, Kansas. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle and friend.
Ray lived a life filled with diverse experiences. He dedicated 43 years of his life working at Water District and also served in the United States Marine Corps from 1976 to 1980. His interests included woodworking, history, and enjoying the great outdoors. Ray was particularly fond of spending extensive time crafting his outdoor rock house during his prime years. He was renowned for the mischievous adventures he shared with his twin brot...

Nathan Ray Titus
1956-11-30 1995-03-28
Nathan Ray Titus, 38, of Shawnee, KS, passed away Tuesday, March 28, 1995, at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Funeral Services will be 10:30am Saturday, at the Overland Park Christian Church, 7600 W. 75th Street, Overland Park, KS. Friends may call 1/2 hour before service at the church. Contributions can be made to the Heather and Natalie Titus Educational Trust Fund in care of Alice Anderson, Shawnee Mission School District, 7235 Antioch, Shawnee Mission, KS 66204.
Mr. Titus was born in Orville, Ohio and had lived in Shawnee for 20 years. He was a carpenter for the Shawnee Mission School District. He was a graduate of Shawnee Mission Northwest High School. He was a...

Kevin N. Watkins
1958-02-07 2017-01-12
OBITUARY
Kevin Watkins
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Susan Valerie Watkins
1958-02-04 2014-03-31
February 4, 1958 - March 31, 2014
Susan Valerie Watkins, 56, passed away March 31, 2014, in Kansas City, Missouri. She was born in Springfield, Missouri on February 7, 1958 to James F. Watkins, Sr. and Martha M. Watkins. She was a twin with her brother, Kevin.
She graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School in 1976. She achieved several certifications as a legal secretary, working for firms in the Kansas City and Los Angeles areas. She enjoyed Kansas City jazz, swimming, arts, and museums. She had a true love of animals and frequently assisted in animal rescue efforts. Susan was creative and authored a book "Winston".
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Quinton Vernon Webb
1958-07-17 2021-06-07
Quinton Webb was born July 17, 1958, one of 10 children born to Alfonso and Mary Jane Webb. He grew up in Merriam (community of South Park) Kansas. He was educated in the Shawnee Mission School District and graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School. Quinton joined the United States Army shortly after high school. He was given an Honorable discharge to return home to help support his mother when his father fell ill.
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Gregory "Greg" Webb
1958-06-05 2006-09-25
Greg Webb, 48, Overland Park, KS, died Monday, September 25, 2006 at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. A memorial service will be at 2 PM, Thursday, September 28, 2006 at Country Club Christian Church, 6101 Ward Parkway, KCMO. A visitation will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the Greater Kansas City Head Injury Assn, 1100 Pennsylvania, Ste 4061, KCMO 64105.
Greg was born June 5, 1958, in Kansas City, MO to Harley and Helen Webb. He was raised in the Lake Quivira and Shawnee areas and graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest. Greg was a graphic artist in Panama City, FL when he had his initial accident in 1997. Greg was preceded in dea...

Duane E. Webb II
1957-11-12 2013-06-11
Duane E. “Skeet” Webb II, 54, Independence, Mo., passed Tuesday, June 11, 2013.
A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 15, at Praise Chapel, 2305 N.E. Douglas St., Lee’s Summit. Contributions may be given at the memorial service.

Kenneth E. "Ken" West
1958-01-25 2004-12-22Kenneth E. West , born in Kansas City, Missouri, raised in Lenexa, Kansas , resided in Denver, Colorado for the past 21 years, and has now, December 22, 2004, at the age of 46, made his final journey to his home in Paradise following a valiant six year struggle with cancer. -Ken was in love with his wife, his children and life itself beyond measure. He was preceded in death by his father, Richard F. West ; and is survived by his wife, Melanie; sons, Kody (20) and Kasey (18); daughter, Kenzie (17); mother, Marilyn; brother, Danny; sister, Debbie; nieces, nephews, and a multitude of friends. -Every day for Ken was another day to live out his passion for God and love for people of all ages and...
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Dan A. Wood
1958-01-03 2018-04-07
Dan A. Wood
1958 ~ 2018
Dan A. Wood, 60, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2018 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer.
Dan was born January 3, 1958 to Frank and Hazel Wood. He graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest in 1976. By trade he was a stonemason and was owner of Stone Masters Masonry Contractor.
Survivors include his mother Hazel; his girlfriend Barb Carr; his son, Sam; and daughter, Amanda; 2 brothers, Steve and Phil Wood.
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Dennis L. Yates
1958-07-26 2009-11-06
Dennis L. Yates, 51, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away Friday, November 6, 2009 at his home.
Dennis was born July 26, 1958. He spent his life in the Kansas and Arkansas areas. He was a long time employee of the General Motors Corporation. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Bob and Marie Yates. He is survived by his wife, Dixie Yates, son, Adam J. Yates, daughters, Kelly Yates and Kathy (Christopher) Smith, 3 grandchildren, Liam Yates, Ashton and Zohey Smith. He also leaves behind 2 brothers, Robert (Sharon) Yates and their two children, Michael (Julie) Yates and their two children. Services will be held at a later date.
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Rosemary Dippel (Yoksh)
1958-03-05 2011-08-06
Rosemary Dippel, 53, died Saturday, August 6, 2011. She is survived by her husband of 33 years, Ted, plus a host of family and friends.
Contributions may be made to family.
Funeral Mass and Visitation
Funeral Mass will be 12:00 pm, Wednesday at Prince of Peace Catholic Church, Olathe, KS. Visitation 11 -12 at the church.

Daniel Lee Young
1957-12-12 2012-09-08
Daniel Lee Young
A Celebration of Life for Daniel Lee Young, 54, Eudora, KS, will be held at 2:00 p.m. September 29, 2012 at "Big Dan's Man Cave". He died on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at his home in the company of his faithful companion, Sidney Young.
Daniel was born on December 12, 1957 in Kansas City, KS the son of Dwyane Lee and Carol Ann (Lindelof) Young.
He was a Captain at the Lansing Penitentiary, in Lansing, KS.
He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
Survivors include two sisters, Faith Wilson, Shawnee, KS, Vivian Harrison, Olathe, KS; one brother, Dale Y...

Kristi L. Zydlo
1958-10-07 2003-08-18
Kristi Zydlo, 44 Shawnee, KS died September 18, 2003. Visitation will be 4-6pm Saturday, September 20 at Charter Funeral Home, Merriam, KS. Memorial service will immediately follow visitation. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made towards a scholarship fund for her son, Logan Hunter Young. Checks should be payable to Learning Quest 529, and sent c/o Mark Zydlo, AIG/VALIC, 13180 Metcalf, Suite 200, Overland Park, KS, 66213.
Kristi was born October 7, 1958, in Chicago, IL. For the past 13 years, Kristi was a Labor and Delivery Nurse at Shawnee Mission Medical Center. Kristi is survived by her son Logan, stepson Zachary Poe, Matt Young, father of Log...