Category: Obituaries

Linda Sue Bowling

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Linda Sue Bowling, 78, passed away July 6, 2025, in Lawrence, Kansas. Linda Sue, affectionately known as “Fadoo” to her family and friends, was born on October 4, 1946, and raised in Wynne, Arkansas. Her parents were Emil and Stella Baddour. Linda graduated from the University of Arkansas in 1969 with a degree in Speech Therapy. She was a speech therapist in Memphis, TN, where she met and married Randall D. Bowling. After Randy graduated from optometry school in 1971, they moved to Garden City, KS, where they lived for 39 years. Randy and Linda have one son, Brock, who now lives in Charlotte, NC.

While in Garden City, Linda was active in community theater; she expertly portrayed many different characters, entertaining audiences with both comedy and drama. Linda had a great sense of humor; she loved to laugh.

After several years of retirement in Fayetteville, AR, she and Randy retired permanently in Lawrence, KS, closer to family and friends. Linda is survived by her husband of 54 years, Randy; son, Brock; sisters Annette Daniels and Emily Stewart of Jonesboro, AR; nieces and nephews; and a family of in-laws in Lawrence.

Cremation is scheduled, and a celebration of life is being planned for a future date. Linda Sue (“Fadoo”) will be sorely missed.

Bernard Martin Katzfey

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Bernard Martin Katzfey, 91, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Lawrence, KS,  surrounded by his children.

Bernard was born on March 19, 1934 on the prairie outside Pierce City, MO., son of Joseph and Anna (Witt) Katzfey. One of thirteen children, he grew up farming and working to support the family.  On February 11, 1956, he married Rayma Darlene Jacobs in Sarcoxie, MO, who preceded him in death earlier this year, on Jan. 2, 2025.  Together they have four children, Mike (Anne) Katzfey, Kansas City, KS, Lisa (Craig) Fiegel, Overland Park, KS, Keri (Scott) Schoessel, Naples, FL, Julie (J R) Rigg, Lawrence; nine grandchildren, eleven great-grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.  Other survivors include a twin sister, Bernardine (Jim) Adamson, Sarcoxie, MO.

In addition to Bernard and Bernardine sharing a birthday on March 19th, he also has twin granddaughters and a great-granddaughter born on the same date.

He is preceded in death by his parents, brothers (Clarence, Francis, Leo, Joseph, Lawrence, Edmund, and infant Richard),  sisters (Emma, Louise, Marie, and Anna Mae), and a great-granddaughter, Elle Turlip.

Bernard was a hard working and devoted husband and father. He worked in skilled trades at the  Farmers Chemical Co. in Joplin, MO  and  two DuPont plants in Parsons, KS and Muncie, Indiana.  He then spent 26 years at General Motors Fairfax plant in Kansas City, KS, retiring in 1997. Bernard was a member of Holy Family Catholic Church in Eudora and Corpus Christi Catholic Church in Lawrence. He was also an active member of the Knights of Columbus.

“Bernie”, as he was known to many, was an avid quail hunter while living in southwest Missouri.  He didn’t have a lot of hobbies, as taking care of and spending time with his growing family was his most important thing in life.  He did enjoy an occasional dinner and dance with Darlene at the Hidden Acres Supper Club in Joplin, MO. They both also belonged to the local square dance club and would twirl away the night on a weekly basis.  Bernie took pleasure in gardening, planting flowers, and working in his yard.  He and Darlene loved to travel and went on numerous cruises.  In 1998 they enjoyed a trip to Germany and a visit to Katzvey and Burg Satzfey, the area his ancestors were from. Oh, and he enjoyed the beer!

The family will greet friends on Friday, July 11th from 6-8pm, with a rosary recited at 6:00pm, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home in Lawrence. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at Holy Family Catholic Church in Eudora. Internment will follow at Holy Family Catholic Cemetery.

The family suggests memorials in his name to the American Heart Association, in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044

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Margaret Ellen Miley

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Margaret Ellen Miley, 77, of Kansas City, KS, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 3, 2025. Margaret was born on April 14, 1948, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of John Preston Richards and Margaret Elizabeth Raybern. She graduated from Lawrence High School. She retired from the Foley Group. Her prior work included working at a community blood center and owning a bookstore in Lawrence, KS called The Book Nook with her best friend, Vicki Fugett. She is survived by her husband of 59 years, William Dale Miley.  She married Dale on June 10, 1966 in Lawrence, KS. They began their life together in Lawrence, KS before moving to Kansas City, KS in 1978.

Margaret is survived by her loving family: son, William Paul Miley, McLouth, KS and daughter, Connie Margaret Horosz, Olathe, KS, and their spouses Lynell Miley and Damien Horosz. She had 6 grandchildren, Zachary Paul Miley, Anna Nicole Firth and husband Alex Firth, Kailey Margaret Hocker and husband, Drew Hocker, Isabel Margaret Dudarev and husband, Gleb Dudarev, Levi John Horosz, Olivia Grace Miley, and 3 great-grandchildren.

She is proceeded in death by her parents and her brother, John Paul Richards. Margaret and Dale were actively involved in Rod-Tiques Car Club and The World of Wheels car show. Through this shared hobby they developed many lifelong friendships. Memorial services will be held at 10:30am on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Westside Family Church in Lenexa, KS.

Margaret was an avid book lover. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks for donations of books that will be given to local schools to honor Margaret by passing on her love of reading to future generations. You can bring books to the memorial service, drop them at Westside Family Church, or use this link below to order books to be delivered in her honor. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Y121VJ06LO2S?ref_=wl_share

Frances Kaye Dennis

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Memorial Services for Frances Kaye Dennis, 72, Lawrence, will be 1 pm, Saturday, July 26, 2025, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.

Mrs. Frances Kaye Dennis, age 72, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on July 4th, 2025.

Kaye was born in Great Falls Montana on July 14, 1952 to Raymond and Faye Clarke. She graduated Cortez High School in Phoenix, Arizona in 1971. On April 1, 1996, Kaye married the love of her life, Nick Dennis in Glendale, Arizona. She worked as a general bookkeeper and payroll specialist for a construction company for 37 years. Kaye moved from Glendale Arizona to Lawrence Kansas in June of 2024.

Kaye enjoyed listening to music, playing games with friends and family as well as spending time with her children and grandchildren. Kaye was preceded in death by her husband Nick Dennis as well as parents Ray and Faye Clarke. She is survived by her son Todd Moler, daughter in-law Jill Moler, grandchildren Jonathon Moler, Hope Moler, Sarah Moler, great-grandchildren Wilder Moler, Noa Moler and siblings Dan Clarke, and Mary Taylor.

Kaye was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend and she will truly be missed. “Remember me in your heart: Your thoughts, and your memories, Of the times we loved, The times we cried, The times we fought, The times we laughed. For if you always think of me, I will never have gone.”

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Kathryn Marie (Petr) Hupp

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Kathryn Marie (Petr) Hupp, 73, of Lawrence, KS, passed away on June 29th in her home with her loved ones at her side.

Kathy, daughter of Winzer and Gertrude (Christiansen) Petr, grew up in Topeka, KS and graduated from Topeka High School in 1969. She continued her education later in life, obtaining an Associate of Science degree from Washburn University in 1998.

Before starting her family, Kathy worked for Southwestern Bell as a lineworker. She also worked in the Topeka school system and Head Start program before completing her degree and becoming a Physical Therapy Assistant and eventually teaching at Washburn University.

On June 7, 1975, she married Douglas Elton Hupp in Lawrence.  He preceded her in death on January 28, 2004.  She was also preceded in death by her son Samuel Henry Hupp who passed away on March 2, 2021.

Survivors include her daughters; Sara Warnock and Caitlin Hupp, both of Lawrence; companion, Larry Andersen; grandchildren, Elsa Warnock and Maxwell Hupp-Dahda; siblings, Jim Petr, Chris Petr, and David Petr.

We will forever remember Kathy for her strength and her ability to accomplish anything she set her mind to. She was a force, a leader, and she always knew best. Her spirit lives on in the family traditions and memories she joyfully cultivated with her daughters, grandchildren, and her partner,  Larry.

As per Kathy’s wishes, cremation is planned, and services will be announced at a later date.  Kathy’s ashes will be laid to rest at her family cottage in Denbigh, Ontario, Canada; her favorite place on earth.

Jason William Dove

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Jason William Dove, 48, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away at his home on Friday, June 20, 2025.

Born November 15, 1976, in Horton, Kansas, Jason was the beloved son of Robert William Dove and Catherine (Hargrove) Dove. He had a creative spirit and such a big heart.

He was a gifted artist and had an extraordinary ability to make things beautiful.  He also loved to spend time gardening.

Jason was a loving son, brother, and friend, who will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Cremation is planned, and a celebration of Jason’s life will be announced at a later date.

 

Sandra Simmons

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Sandra Simmons, 80, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, surrounded by her children.

Born December 31, 1944, in Alva, Oklahoma, to Donald and Melva Terbush, Sandra graduated from Alva High School in 1963 and began her working career at 18, dedicating 45 years to serving others.

Sandra worked for more than 20 years as Superintendent’s Secretary for Nickerson-South Hutchinson School District, where colleagues remember her kindness to young teachers and her warm, helpful nature. After moving to Lawrence in the late 1990s, she worked for Coordinated Systems & Supplies, building trusted relationships with hotel managers nationwide.

Above all, Sandra was a devoted single mother who raised her two children with unwavering love and strength. She never missed a school event, worked multiple jobs to provide for her family, and taught by example the values of hard work and compassion. She had a generous heart, loved and cared for her people fiercely, and was adored by her family and friends.

Sandra was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Brent Terbush.She is survived by her children, Shannon Simmons and Derek Simmons; daughter-in-law Sheri Simmons; grandchildren Jackson and Teegan Simmons; sister Donetta Godsey; and several nieces and nephews. Sandra will be deeply missed.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Details to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Homeless Resource Center of Lawrence, Kansas (https://www.hrclawrence.org/).

Lawrence “Larry” Robbins Hathaway

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Lawrence “Larry” Robbins Hathaway, 88, of Lawrence, Kansas passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family.

He was born March 31, 1937 in Amarillo, Texas, the son of Isaac Hubbard and Lorine (Robbins) Hathaway and grew up in Belen, New Mexico.  In 1958, he graduated from New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology with a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and a minor in mathematics.  In 1963, he graduated from the University of Kansas with a PhD in organic chemistry and a minor in geology.

From 1963-1969, he served as an Assistant Professor at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology, Department of Chemistry.  In the summer of 1969, he was a research associate in the Department of Geology at the University of Kansas.  Later in 1969, he became an Associate Professor at Baker University, Department of Chemistry and during his time at Baker University served as a chairman from 1970-1974. He spent his summers from 1970-1971 as a Research Associate with Kansas Geological Survey and again from 1974-1977.  He moved to Associate Scientist in 1977, and in 1980 moved into the position of Senior Scientist, which he remained in until 2005. Larry also served as a courtesy Associate Professor from 1977-1980 and courtesy Professor from 1980-1990 in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas (KU).

Larry maintained a deep connection and love for the beauty and culture of the Southwest throughout his life.  He embraced his Native American heritage proudly and collected numerous archeological artifacts. To his family and friends, Larry was known as an uncertified sommelier, taking tremendous pleasure in sharing his knowledge of wines based on his many notebooks full of meticulous wine tasting notes.  He particularly enjoyed sharing good wine with others over a game of pinochle and other card games and gourmet foods.  He even co-led a class on the science of wine making at KU.  Larry was profoundly introspective and authored beautiful poetry, reflecting on life, nature and his family.

Larry is survived by family he loved, including his first wife Rose Marie Krehbiel and their children Robbie, Heather, Shawn and Melanie; and his second wife Judy Hathaway and her children Anne, Sarah and Richard, and 11 grandchildren.

At Lawrence’s request, he donated his body to science and no services are planned.  To honor Larry’s life, enjoy a sunrise, savor a glass of wine, take a trip and marvel at the world, or make a memorial contribution to an organization that supports education, STEM studies, or Native Americans.

Brett Matthew Elliott

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Brett Matthew Elliott, 44, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025, at his home in Topeka.

He was born June 27, 1980, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Kirby and Gera (Owens) Elliott. Brett graduated from Lawrence Free State High School in 1999.  He competed in debate throughout high school, winning one of the first debate trophies for Free State in his senior year.  He then went on to study history at the University of Kansas and was named 2002 Outstanding Junior in History.

Brett’s love of problem-solving and people skills led him to work in hotel management, most recently as a hotel supervisor at Prairie Band Casino and Resort in Mayetta. He valued his relationships with his coworkers and truly loved his work, and was known for his dependability and calm, rational leadership.

In his spare time, Brett enjoyed reading, playing darts, video games, collecting sports cards, fishing, studying history as well as cheering on the Jayhawks, Royals and Chiefs.  His dogs Tucker and Viola meant the world to him; their cuddles and companionship brought him a lot of joy.

He is survived by his parents, sisters Kristin Elliott (Quincy Brown) and Lynzee (Elliott) Backus, nephews Jordan Avery, Cooper Avery, Alex Backus, and nieces Ellie Vickers and Lucy Backus.

A Celebration of Brett’s Life will be held at 10am on Sunday, July 13th at Lawrence Rotary Arboretum, 5100 W 27th St, Lawrence.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lawrence Humane Society, 1805 E 19th St, Lawrence, KS 66046.

Dr. Jerry Lyons

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Dr. Jerry Lyons was born to parents Bill and Geraldine at their home in Alluwe, Oklahoma on September 28, 1940. He graduated high school in 1958 at Delaware, Oklahoma, then joined the United States Navy, where he served in California and Okinawa. He completed his Bachelor’s of Science in Industrial Engineering in 1966, and worked as a computer programmer and analyst for almost 22 years. In 1987, he was accepted into Tula University’s graduate program, where he earned a Doctorate in Psychology. Dr. Lyons worked as a clinical psychologist, serving as a department manager and conducting individual and group therapy, until his retirement in 2005.

Jerry’s outgoing personality led to friendships wherever he went. After serious problems with alcohol and other drugs, he first attained sobriety through Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotics Anonymous in 1981, where he became a deeply spiritual and giving man. He remained an active member and sponsored more than a hundred men, helping them try to get sober and stay sober. He dedicated his life to spreading love and laughter.

Jerry was an affectionate and loving husband to his wife Margaret for over 26 years. He credits her with helping save and prolong his life.

Dr. Lyons is survived by his beautiful wife Margaret, brother Larry Lyons, grandsons Taylor and Braydon Bird, and many friends.  Memorial Services will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, July 6, 2025 at the Meadowlark Estates Gracious Retirement Living,  4430 Bauer Farm Drive, Lawrence, KS 66049.  Arrangements are with Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home of Lawrence.