Obituaries

Mary Ann Strong died in her sleep Thursday, March 19, 2026. Mary Ann was born on June 28, 1925, in Pawhuska, OK, the daughter of John and Vivian Kennedy. She graduated from Ferry Hall... continue reading

William G. Schmeelk Jr, born August 11, 1963, and Lawrence resident since 1981, drew his last breath on May 28, 2026. He was a loving father, caring companion, fabulous older brother, and a beloved... continue reading

In Loving Memory of Robert Barlow Swanson August 10, 1936 – June 4, 2026 Robert (Bob) Barlow Swanson was born in Paxton, Illinois to Dorothy Barlow Swanson and Leslie Frank Swanson. He spent his... continue reading

A Candlelight Vigil for Lynn Audrey Abrams, 70, Lawrence, will be 6 pm, August 6, 2026, at Loose Park In Kansas City, Missouri. She died April 18, 2026. continue reading

Private family services for Perry R. Hartman, 76, Lawrence, will happen at a later date. He died May 22, 2026. continue reading

Jane Marie Watson, 68, passed away at her home on Friday, May 29, 2026. Jane was born on August 15, 1957, in Wichita, Kansas, to William and Thelma Quinlan. She graduated from Topeka West... continue reading

A Celebration of Life for Tamela (Tammy) Jacqueline Self, 54, of Lawrence, KS, will be at 3 PM Friday June 19, 2026, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence KS, 66044. Tammy Self... continue reading

Lambertus “Bert” Van Foeken, age 84 of Lawrence, passed away October 24, 2025. Arrangements were held with Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home of Lawrence. continue reading

Barbara Ann Van Foeken, age 86, passed away May 25, 2026. Arrangements are pending with Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home of Lawrence. continue reading

Edwin A. Lehman, of Lawrence, KS, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 29, 2026, with family by his side at The Windsor, Lawrence, KS. He was born on December 15, 1939, in Palmer, KS,... continue reading

In Loving Memory of Edrie Lou Swanson March 28, 1939 – May 25, 2026 Edrie Lou (Parker) Swanson was born March 28, 1939, in Helena, Montana, to Alvin Victor Parker and Maxine Katherine Walsh.... continue reading

Dr. Becquer Marcelo Benalcazar, MD, 82, died peacefully at home on Sunday, Mar. 15, 2026. He was surrounded by his family and the grandchildren that knew him as “Baba”. He was born Jan. 16,... continue reading

John Jeremy Taylor, lovingly known to most as Jeremy, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2026, at the age of 72. Born on December 17, 1953, Jeremy was preceded in death by his parents,... continue reading

Funeral Services for Sheryl Lynn Grammer, 62, Lawrence, will be 10 am, Saturday, May 30, 2026, at Connect Church.  Visitation will be from 6-7 pm, Friday, May 29, 2026, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. She... continue reading

Memorial Mass for Billy Ray Bergstrom, 83, Lawrence, will be 10:30 am, Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Corpus Christi Catholic Church. He died May 23, 2026, at Midland Care, Topeka. continue reading

Thomas “Bruce” McKee passed away Thursday, May 21st, 2026, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family. Bruce was born April 12th, 1955, in Abilene, Kansas, the fourth oldest child of eight children, and... continue reading

Morilla Ann “Pud” Hursh Fothergill died on September 16, 2025 at her home in Baldwin City, KS after spending her final hours with nearly every member of her family. She was born May 14,... continue reading

“Ronald “Ron” Gaches, 73, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2026. He lived fully, generously, with purpose, and will be enormously missed. Ron’s early years spent camping and canoeing sparked a lifelong love of... continue reading

Marvin Eugene Voth, 80, of Lawrence, Kansas, who died May 17th at Rock Creek Nursing Home of Ottawa, attended by Hospice and surrounded by friends and loved ones. There will be no burial, as... continue reading

Funeral Services for Sandra K. Drake, 78, Lawrence will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at First Southern Baptist Church , 4300 W 6th Street, Lawrence. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.  A visitation... continue reading