No Services are planned at this time for Nancy Jane Mosser, 85, Tonganoxie,
She died September 1, 2025, at Villa St. Francis, Olathe.
Author: RumseyYost
Janet Louise Probeck
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Janet Louise Probeck on August 25th, 2025. Janet was born on January 11, 1949, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Marjorie and John King. She is lovingly remembered by her daughter Sarah and son-in-law Brett; her grandchildren Madi and Ella; her sister Diane and brother-in-law Jay; and her nieces Laura and Melissa with their families.
Janet was a fun-loving creative person who sought out adventure in everyday tasks. She had an impact on each person she interacted with as she was truly one of a kind. Her greatest joys and accomplishments were the love of her family. She took pride in making things fun with glow in the dark Easter Egg Hunts, flour Santa footprints by the fireplace, and scavenger hunts for birthday gifts. She was a talented artist and skilled pattern maker, spending over 20 years in the design world. Janet was an animal lover volunteering her time at the local animal shelters. This volunteering led to rescuing her two cats, who brought her great comfort through her battle with cancer, Chloe and Jix.
The loss of Janet is deeply felt by her family and all those who knew and loved her. Her memory will continue to live on and inspire strength, resilience, creativity and fun in those whose lives she touched.
Private family graveside service will be Saturday, September 6, 2025, at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Kansas City, Missouri. A celebration of life for friends and family to be held a later date. Donations may be made to DivaPets Rescue, 15200 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Shawnee, KS 66217 or www.divapetsrescue.org.
Barbara Jeanne Neff
Barbara Neff passed away on August 28, 2025 after a brief illness. She was at home sweet home and surrounded by her loving family.
Barbara Neff was born on September 19, 1940 in Indianapolis, Indiana and was the daughter of Arthur E. and Elizabeth M. Siefker. The family moved to Greensburg in 1945 where she graduated from Greensburg Community High School and was class valedictorian.
She received a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Indiana University in 1962, graduating with high distinction.
On January 20, 1963, Barbara married David A. Neff. After completion of David’s Army service, the couple moved to Kansas City, Kansas, in 1967. They moved to Overland Park, Kansas, in 1968.
While living in Overland Park, Barbara was active in the League of Women Voters of Johnson County, serving as president in 1976. She was instrumental in creating legislation for the Johnson County Charter Commission and served on that Commission in 1976. In 1978 she received a Distinguished Citizen Award from United Community Services of Douglas County.
The family moved to rural Douglas County, Kansas in February 1978, where Barbara was once again active in the League of Women Voters serving as President of the LWV of Lawrence-Douglas County and on the board of the League of Women Voters of Kansas.
Barbara received an MBA from the University of Kansas in 1984 and passed the CPA examination in Kansas. She served as a Lecturer in Accounting at KU and worked for private companies before establishing her own business, Neff Accounting & Computer Services, in 1989. She retired in 2002.
After retirement, Barbara enjoyed traveling and camping with her husband. She and Dave were among the founding members of Happy Time Squares, a Lawrence square dance club. They enjoyed square dancing in Lawrence and traveled to other cities as well as state and national square dance conventions.
Dave and Barbara own a home at the Lake of the Ozarks and spent many happy times there with family and friends.
Survivors include her husband, Dave; three children, Suzanne (Jerry) Sundbye, Robert (Julie) Neff, and Stacey (Terry) Watts; eleven grandchildren, Jaydon, Ryley & Kara Sundbye, David, Laura, Ryan & Aaron Neff, and Ellie, TJ, Sarah & Luke Watts. She is also survived by a sister, Carol Doerflinger, of Greensburg, Indiana, and brother, Bob Siefker, of Greenwood, Indiana.
Cremation is planned and a celebration of life will be held at the family home, 767 E. 1250 Road, Lawrence, Kansas on September 20, 2025 from 1pm to 4pm. There will be a private family graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to the Lawrence Memorial Hospital Oncology Center or the charity of choice.
Micah Rosenberg
Micah Rosenberg, 39, of Lawrence, Kan., died on Aug. 12th, 2025.
Micah is survived by his mother Debra; brother Shawn; and sister Amber Todd. He was preceded in death by his father Mark.
There will be no service. Memorials are suggested to the Lawrence Humane Society, in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, 601 Indiana Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66044.
LaVerne Alvin Musick
Funeral Services for LaVerne Alvin Musick, 85, Eudora, will be 11 am, Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Eudora United Methodist Church. Burial will follow the service at Memorial Park Cemetery. A Visitation will be from 6-7 pm, Tuesday, September 2, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
He died August 24, 2025, at his home.
LaVerne Was born August 14, 1940, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Merritt Lewis Sr. and Ella Marie Wichman Musick.
He worked as a carpenter and mechanic for the Street Department of Eudora for many years. Before that he worked for Tuggle Construction, Kaw Valley Implement and Deem’s Farm.
LaVerne volunteered for the Eudora Fire Department and was a proud member of the Oddfellows #4, Rebekahs #146, a trustee of the United Methodist church and helped for many years at Harvesters.
He married Sharon Louise Steffen-Tuggle on July 27, 1963, she survives of the home.
Other survivors include sons Robert Musick (Anita), Eudora, Donald Musick, Eudora; siblings, Imogene Brecheisen, Eudora, Norman Musick (Darlene), Eudora, Geraldine Wilcox (Jerry), Hutchinson, KS, Marilyn Lindeen (Bob) Eudora, Merritt Musick Jr (Sharon), Eudora, Larry Musick (Kathy), Alco, AR. Janice McKenzie (Terry), Eudora, Shirley Crawshaw (Eugene), Eudora; three grandkids, Autumn Musick, Bossier City, LA, Dennis Musick, Eudora, Tiffany Musick, Lawrence; great grandkids, Trinity Hankins, Topeka, Duncan Lancon, Harrah, OK, Rilliey Smith, Eudora, Ayden Musick, Eudora, Alana Wood, Lecompton, Salim Smith, Eudora, Izaiah Smith, Eudora, Jerico Smith, Eudora, Nevaeh Musick, Eudora, James Musick; great great grandson River Fox; Several cousins and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, sister Iona Musick Spring, and great-granddaughter Aftyn Hankins.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Eudora United Methodist Church or Visiting Nurses, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
John Joseph Laudick
Memorial services for John Joseph Laudick II, 69, of Lawrence, will be held at 11:00am Friday, August 29, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
John died Friday, August 22, 2025, at his home after a short illness, surrounded by his family.
John was born November 10, 1955, in Spearville, Kansas, the son of Raymond and Leona (Thesing) Laudick. He graduated from Spearville High School, attended Dodge City Community College, and earned his bachelor and graduate degrees from Fort Hays State University.
John taught and coached for over 40 years; he retired from Royal Valley Middle School in 2018.
While John loved to put on the appearance that he was a gruff, grumpy guy, he was truly a softie with a great sense of humor. He was a loyal, dependable husband, dad, family member and friend who enjoyed the simple things in life. John loved sports, especially KU and the Chiefs, as well as fishing and golfing. He took immense pride in his grandsons and was always in attendance at all of their sporting events, school programs and activities.
He married Beth Steitz in 1982, in Garden City, Kansas; they divorced. He married Dana (Bateson) Galliart in 2008; she survives of the home.
Other survivors include daughters Lindsey (Michael) Holladay, Lawrence, and Whitney (Nick) Haehl, Lawrence; grandsons Mason and Maddox Holladay, Lawrence; two brothers, Roger (Nancy) Laudick, Council Grove, Kansas, and Greg (Andrea) Laudick, Lenexa, Kansas; three sisters, Bonnie Laudick, Spearville, Kansas, Phyllis Butts, Minneola, Kansas, and Lana (Mike) Smith, Gladstone, Missouri; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Lyle Laudick, sister Charlene Nufer, and nephews Lonny Laudick and Travis Laudick.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Kansas Coaches Association, 704 N. Osage, Girard, KS 66743.
Timothy Jon Adams
Timothy Jon Adams, 71, of Baldwin City, Kansas, was welcomed into his heavenly home on August 20, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A visitation will begin at 10 am, Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Redemption Hill Church, 802 W 22nd Terrace, Lawrence, Kansas, followed by Funeral Services at 11 am.
Born on June 23, 1954, in Jefferson City, Missouri, Tim was one of four sons of Kyle Rex and Geraldine Adams. He graduated from Jefferson City High School in 1972, where his father served as Assistant Principal. A proud Jefferson City Jay, Tim played both offensive and defensive line under legendary Hall of Fame coach Pete Adkins, earning respect and admiration on the field. Although he enjoyed the game, his true passion lay in the world of art.
Tim’s creativity and talent earned him a scholarship to Arkansas State University, launching a lifelong journey as an artist and illustrator. Over the years, he completed hundreds of pieces—from vibrant sports murals to deeply personal works. Some of his pieces of famous Missourians are displayed in the Harry S. Truman State Office Building.
In May 1995, his life was transformed as he accepted Jesus Christ as his savior, with his brother Chris by his side, following his obedience with believers’ baptism.
On November 6, 2004, Tim married his beloved wife Roberta, in Lawrence, Kansas. Their bond was rooted in faith, love, and shared devotion to Christ. Each morning, he and Roberta began their day reading the Bible together—a sacred ritual that deepened their spiritual connection. Tim was a devoted member of Redemption Hill Church in Lawrence, where he found purpose and fellowship.
Tim’s legacy lives on through those who loved him dearly: his son, Major Scott Allen (DeLayne) of Vienna, VA; his daughter, Jessica Schlup (Jason) of California, MO; his brothers, Kyle “Rexi” Adams of Springfield, MO, and Steve Adams (Jeannie) of Lee’s Summit, MO; and his beloved grandchildren: Abbegael, Sophie, Kaitlyn, Kyle, and Kallie. He was also a loving uncle to three nephews and a cherished stepfather to Ryan Sparks, Nathan Sparks, and Natasha Short, as well as a grandfather to nine step-grandchildren.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents, Kyle Rex and Geraldine Adams, and his younger brother, Christopher Adams.
He had a special love for animals—especially his cat, Socks—and had a remarkable ability to tame any wild cat!
Though his earthly journey has come to an end, Tim’s spirit endures in every brushstroke, every act of kindness, and every life he touched. He lived with passion, creativity, and a steadfast commitment to his faith in Jesus Christ. May we honor his memory by living with the same love, purpose, and grace.
Pauline “Polly” (Schmidt) Coffey
Pauline “Polly” Coffey, 100, of Lawrence, Kansas, died peacefully on August 11, 2025, at her home with family present.
She was born at home on June 30, 1925, on her family’s farm in Tangier, Oklahoma (Woodward County), to Henry Schmidt and Minnie (Hasemeier). Polly was one of seven children and part of two sets of twins. She and her identical twin sister, Irene, shared a lifelong bond as best friends. Their closeness shaped Polly’s life, and her love for Irene remained deep even after Irene’s passing in 1988.
Polly showed academic promise from an early age, graduating from Tangier High School in 1943 in a class of only four students, where she served as class president and Irene as class secretary. She continued her education at Northwestern State College in Alva, Oklahoma, where she joined Sigma Kappa Sorority.
During World War II, Polly and Irene traveled together to Washington, D.C., where they worked for the Navy’s Bureau of Ships in the War Department.
In 1945, Polly married Elmo “Buzz” Coffey in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Together they built a life in Wichita, Kansas, raising three sons. Once her boys were older, she joined McBride & Dehmer Construction as a Business Manager, where she handled everything from job estimates to payroll and OSHA reporting. Her talents and leadership earned her recognition as Woman of the Year in Construction.
Polly was a devoted volunteer, giving her time to Woodland United Methodist Church, Wichita Public Schools as a student mentor, Old Cowtown Museum, and the Wichita Botanical Gardens. She was a gifted quilter, winning awards for her work, and she enjoyed reading, bridge, nature, church, politics, and developed a love of sports, which she learned from her sons. She also loved to travel, with trips to Hawaii, Colorado, Maine (where she walked part of the Appalachian Trail), London, Quebec, and Jamaica.
In retirement, Polly and Buzz enjoyed traveling in their 5th wheel to Texas during the summers, where they met friends and created many fond memories together. They shared a loving bond until Buzz’s passing in 2009.
Above all, Polly was devoted to her family. She brought everyone together for home-cooked meals, holidays, and birthdays, continuing this tradition well into her nineties, connecting generations with her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering love.
She is survived by her three sons and daughters-in-law, Tom Coffey (Linda), Ted Coffey (Vickie), and Todd Coffey (Barb); five grandchildren, Alison (Mike), Jessica (Jacob), Sam (Megan), Alex, and Keenan; four great-grandchildren, Beckham, Elora, Levon, and Lola; as well as nieces and nephews from her beloved sisters and brothers Irene, “Toots,” Pearl, Earl, Bill, and Elmer.
Her family will gather in Wichita at Noon on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at White Chapel Memorial Gardens, 1806 N Oliver St, Wichita, KS 67208, Garden of Atonement, to celebrate her remarkable life.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions made to the Woodland United Methodist Church, 1100 W 15th St N, Wichita, KS 67203.
Polly once wrote:
“I learned one thing from the death of my Twin and siblings. We are terminal. Our time is finite and to spend most of it feeling bad is more than a waste. An excess of mourning dishonors the nature of life itself and the person you’re missing. Be happy. It’s your choice.”
— Pauline Coffey
Cynthia Karene Nitcher
Cindy Nitcher, 73, died at her home surrounded by loved ones on August 16, 2025. She passed following an extended illness.
Cindy was born on January 22, 1952, in Dodge City, Kansas, the daughter of Donald Eugene Imel and Gertrude Stella (Douglass) Imel. She graduated from Dodge City High School and completed one year of education at Garden City Community College. She moved to Lawrence, Kansas in January, 1972.
Cindy was employed the majority of her professional life at the University of Kansas where she worked for over 35 years. During the first half of her career at KU, she served in numerous capacities in the Division of Continuing Education, including Assistant to the Dean. Cindy served the last half of her career at KU Human Resources as a Senior Recruitment Coordinator.
She married Ron Nitcher on December 16, 1978, at KU’s Danforth Chapel and together they were happily married for nearly 47 years. Outside of work, the couple was nearly inseparable. Each was the other’s best friend. He survives of the home.
Other survivors include two daughters, Jennifer Elizabeth Romero (Kerry) and Madison Nicole LaDuron (Robert); six grandchildren: Mira, Mason, Austin and Anthony Romero and Veronica and Darla LaDuron; one brother, Rod Imel (Kimberly); three brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law whom Cindy considered siblings: Sandra and Charles Savell, Bob and Jan Nitcher and John and Katy Nitcher; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Both of Cindy’s parents along with her loving in-laws, Keith and Hazel Nitcher, preceded her in death.
Growing up, Cindy and her family spent every summer weekend with friends and relatives at the lake boating, camping and water skiing. Cindy dearly loved her friends and family, enjoyed cooking and hosting family celebrations. At holidays, her family always looked forward to her homemade iced sugar cookies. Cindy was full of fun and laughter and was a bright light in the lives of many people. She will continue living in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Cindy will be cremated and her remains buried alongside Ron’s at a later date in KU Pioneer Cemetery. No visitation or funeral services are planned. A small family celebration-of-life will be held in the near future.
Cindy’s family is sincerely grateful to all of the angels at Ascend Hospice who assisted in caring for and comforting Cindy during the final days of her life. Her family also thanks the many friends and neighbors who brought flowers and food and visited with or watched over Cindy. Their love and kindness will remain forever in the hearts of Cindy’s family.
The family suggests any memorial contributions to Children’s Mercy Hospital, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home: P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Megan Louise Ebke
With great sadness, the family of Megan Louise Ebke, 47, of Lawrence, Kansas, announce her death on August 15, 2025.
Diagnosed with gallbladder cancer in January 2019, Megan beat the odds and managed to stay ahead of it for years before throwing in the towel.
With a stage three and two stage four diagnoses, Megan joked she was a stage 11 cancer patient. Even though the disease continued to metastasize, she never gave up trying to stay alive for her family.
Born June 6, 1978, in Winchester, Kansas to Robert and Maxine (Tucker) Keaton, Megan graduated from Jefferson West High School, Meriden, Kansas, in 1996 and Doane College in Crete, Nebraska in 2000. It was at Doane where Megan truly thrived and developed her love of music, others, and standing up for the underdog. Her junior year, Megan spent the year in Rennes, France, in the home of Agnes, Clementine, and Pierre-Antoine Guegan.
After earning her Bachelor of Arts in French, Megan attended Indiana University in pursuit of a master’s degree in French linguistics before going to Rockhurst University where she earned her M.Ed. in May 2005. She taught various age levels and subjects in Missouri, Oklahoma, and Kansas before leaving the profession in 2022. Megan loved her students and was active in the Kansas National Educators Association, advocating for public education and students in Kansas.
Aaron Ebke and Megan wed June 14, 2013, in Kansas City, Kansas, and welcomed their son Robert (Bobby) George a year and a half later. Named for her late father, Bobby was the light of Megan’s life.
Those who knew Megan loved her for her smile, quick wit, and endless optimism even in the direst circumstances. She had a magnetic personality, drawing people into her circle and making them feel like they were the most important in the world.
Along with visiting with friends, Megan loved music, good books, writing, crochet, and travel. Entertaining others through singing was one of her greatest pleasures in life.
Megan’s father and mother preceded her in death.
Her husband and son survive of the home, along with her mother-in-law, Vicki Mundinger. She is also survived by her grandmother, Emily Hough of Joplin, Missouri; her brother, Miles (Cortney) Keaton of Louisburg, Kansas and three beloved nieces, Skylar, Sydney, and Lindsay Keaton; her brother-in-law Timothy (Lindsey) Ebke of Waterville, Ohio; and her father-in-law Al (Ursula) Ebke of Lockport, Illinois and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.
Memorials may be directed to the family to support their son Bobby’s future; any remaining funds will be used to establish a scholarship in Megan’s honor at Doane University, benefiting students pursuing studies in Music, Foreign Language, and Education.
A Memorial Service will be 2 pm, Saturday, September 6, 2025, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. A Visitation will be from 6-7 pm, Friday, September 5, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Inurnment will be at Winchester Wise Cemetery, Winchester, Kansas.
