Memorial services for Timothy Lewis Ray, 54, Lawrence, will be 6 pm, Thursday, April 20, 2023, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
He died March 16, 2023, at LMH Health.
Category: Obituaries
Misty Dawn Nichols
Misty Dawn Nichols was born January 29, 1980 to JoLee Elston and Calvin Nichols. She had two children that were her life, Seth Michael and Brooklynne Jo Dawn. On May 1, 2017, Seth was killed in an accident. On March 11, of the same year, her mother died. She grieved their passing every day.
Misty and Brooklynne were a dynamic duo!! Misty fought a great fight for many years with so many health issues, Brooklynne was an amazing caregiver!
On March 15th Misty’s battle ended. She has all her limbs now and is completely well!! She leaves behind her daughter, Brooklynne, as well as her Dad, Calvin, and her three brothers Jeremy, Justin and Dominik.
Celebration of life for Misty Nichols will be Noon Sat. March 25 at Eagles #309. Contributions welcome at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
Fly high, Misty!!!! Nothing can stop you!
Gary Lee Kennedy
Gary Kennedy, 79, Lawrence, KS, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023 at his home. Private graveside services were held at Mount Calvary Cemetery.
He was born October 2,1943 in Lawrence, KS to Richard and Elsie Kennedy. Elsie died shortly after giving birth. Richard then married Beverly, who lovingly raised him. The Kennedy family owned and operated Kennedy Glass together for over 68 years.
He married Karon Sommer on November 27,1963 in Lawrence, KS, sharing nearly 60 years of marriage, she survives of the home. Other survivors include a son, Michael Kennedy, Lawrence, daughters Angela (Adam) Drybread, Kansas City, KS and Amy (Joe) Barnes, Lawrence, seven grandchildren, Nicole, Kelsey, Ashley, Emma, Christian, Joey and Evan, his brother Marty Kennedy and lifelong friend, Larry Stemmerman.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Nicole Kennedy and his brother John Kennedy.
The family suggests memorials be made to the Lawrence Visiting Nurses Association, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, KS 66044.
Jeanne Lee Cunningham
Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother, Jeanne Lee “Chic” Cunningham died peacefully of natural causes on 6 March, 2023 at her home in Lawrence, Kansas.
Jeanne was born on 10 September, 1948 in Ellsworth, Kansas. She was the first of Maynard and Norma Jean Cunningham’s four children. Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Mark.
Jeanne grew up in Wilson, Kansas and graduated from Wilson High School in 1966. Until her death, Jeanne was her high school alumni association coordinator.
She married Donald Barta on 11 March, 1967 in Ellsworth, Kansas. They divorced in 1974.
Jeanne attended The University of Kansas. She “walked down the Hill” in 1978, and completed her Bachelor’s degree in Education in 1989.
Jeanne was employed at The University of Kansas Computing Services for 35 years and retired in 2011.
On 20 August, 1977, Jeanne married William “Bill” Lee in Lawrence, Kansas. They divorced in 1989. Bill died in 2015.
Jeanne was a genealogical detective, tracing her family back generations, and always happy to do the same for others. She was a passionate KU sports fan, always cheering on her Jayhawks.
Jeanne is survived by her children: Jon Barta (Tammy), Myk Barta (Kelly), Lea (Barta) Morris, Beth Lee (Mike Tennyson Jr.) , Dayna Lee (ex Ben Gibler) , Kent Lee, Amanda (Lee)Terrazas (Jaime), Teresa Lee, Mark Lee and Heather Lee, all of Lawrence, Kansas; grandchildren: Timothy Barta, Tia Barta, Anthony Barta (Hayley), Tyler Barta (Janell), Amanda Morris, Jeanne Lea Morris, Dusty Morris, Grace (Goodwin) Hallinan, Darcy Johnson, Michael Tennyson III, William Tennyson, Kansas Gibler (bf Jack Hoy), Abby Gibler, Lucy Gibler, Keegan Lee, Kaylan Lee, Kayden Lee, Keyrra Roberts, Christian Miller, Jaime Terrazas, Jr., Malyssa Terrazas, Angelina Terrazas, Kymberly Bernard, Alexandria Bernard, Isabell Bernard, great-grandchildren: Huckleberry, Jack, Delilah, Holden and Lowen Barta, Jaimeson Flummerfelt, Justin and Jackson Hallinan; and Jeanne’s brothers: Brent Cunningham and Kent (Janelle) Cunningham, of Ellsworth, Kansas.
Jeanne was cremated and will be buried at the family grave in the Wilson, Kansas cemetery on 10 September 2023. A memorial gathering will be held at Venue 1235, 1235 N 3rd, Lawrence, Kansas, from 3PM to 7PM on April 8th. All are welcome. Dress will be casual. Potluck dishes are welcome but not expected.
Jeanne requested that memorial donations be sent to the DNC or your favorite Democratic candidate.
Joan Elaine Wohlers
Memorial Services for Joan Elaine Wohlers, 80, Lawrence, will be 1 pm, March 17, 2023, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
She died March 5, 2023, at her home.
Survivors include her husband Bruce E. Wohlers, Lawrence.
More info to come soon.
Joyce Ann Frye
Joyce Ann Frye, 87, of Lawrence, KS, passed away peacefully on March 4, 2023. She was born June 21, 1935, to Ernest and Thema Stephenson. Though Joyce was not one to blow her horn, through her story-telling her friends and family came to learn about her many fascinating life experiences, zest for life and strong work ethic. For example, she lived above her dad’s restaurant off Main Street in downtown Kansas City, so she’d wake up, come down the back stairs, order her breakfast from the cook and head off to school. And the time spent on her grandmother’s farm formed her into the person she became. Grandma taught how to work hard and be self-sufficient.
Joyce was known for her joyful nature, fierce determination, and faithful living. She was a gifted crafter, able to make most anything without a pattern; she could just “see it” and make it; She loved coming up with new crafts to make. Her love of numbers led her to working in the banking business. She worked for Capital Federal Savings in Topeka Kansas for many years and retired from there in 2000.
Joyce deeply loved her family and did whatever she could to support her children and their families. Her children never looked up from a ball field or court and without seeing her there, usually at the scorer’s table. Joyce is survived by her daughter Gina Hoffman (Dennis) and her step-grandchildren Chad Hoffman (Melissa) and Jessica (Anthony) Brixius; step-great grandchildren Braden, Colin, Jasmine, Samantha, her son Mitch Williams (Jenny) and their children, Joanna (Kim), Leslie (Colin), MacKenna, and Nicolas, and great grandchildren Jacob, Charles, Audrey, and Jack, her step-children Robert Frye, Susie Stier, Richard Frye, and step-grandchildren Bobby, Amy, Marisa, Rachel, Bradley, and step-great grandchildren Aislyn, Preeley, Waverly and Liam. She is preceded in death by her brother Bill Stephenson, husband Robert (Bob) Frye, and son Michael Williams.
Funeral services will be 10:00 am, Friday, March 17, 2023, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 9 – 10 am. In lieu of giving flowers, the family asks that those who are able make a donation to the Heifer International (https://www.heifer.org/), Interim Healthcare Topeka Hospice Program, or Youth Sports City of Lawrence Kansas.
Deana Dalene Reimer
Services for Deana Reimer, 76, Lawrence, will be at 2pm Friday at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
Deana left this world peacefully on Sunday, March 5th, 2023.
She was born on October 19, 1946, in Neodesha, KS, the daughter of Arlie Dale Hixon and Bonniemae Hixon. She graduated from Pawnee Rock High School in 1964 and earned her Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and English in 1968 and her Master’s degree in 1983 in school administration from Fort Hays State University.
Deana and Keith were married June 11, 1966, in Pawnee Rock, KS, they settled in Dodge City, KS, in 1968 and later moved to Lawrence, KS, in 2002.
Deana started her work in education in the Cimarron school district teaching English and Spanish to students of all ages. Deana began working in Migrant Education in 1990.
She dedicated her life to helping migrant families and continued until her retirement in 2004. Deana enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandkids.
Deana shared her love for the KC Chiefs and KU Jayhawks with anyone who would listen. She enjoyed spending time on ‘Lucy’ her iPad, sending messages and jokes at all hours of the day and night. Deana never met a stranger and always had a hug and joke to give. She was an inspiration to all that met her, loved being on stage and left everyone with a smile on their face and a “Deana” story.
Deana is survived by her husband Keith; son Tyson (Val) Lawrence; daughter Keena Schmidt (Chet) Lawrence; five grandchildren, Crosby, Rileigh, Ava, Caeson, and Greysen; two brothers, Larry Hixon (Ronda) Pawnee Rock, KS ; Jon Hixon (Karen) Storm Lake, IA; sister-in-law Sally Hixon, Howard CO; many nieces and nephews, and her beloved dog Skeeter.
Deana was preceded in death by her brother Jerry Hixon and parents, Dale and Bonniemae Hixon.
The family suggest memorials be made to the Interstitial Cystitis National Association, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home, P.O. Box 1260 Lawrence, KS 66044.
Dawn Wenonah Anderson
Dawn Wenonah Anderson – February 18, 1964 – February 14, 2023.
On Tuesday, February 14, 2023, Dawn Wenonah Anderson passed away at her home in Lawrence, Kansas. She was 58.
Dawn was born and raised in St. Louis, Missouri, graduating high school from Mary Institute. Dawn graduated from the University of Kansas at Lawrence with a bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, her interests focused on theater and stage design. Dawn was involved in numerous productions as a stage manager in and around Lawrence and Kansas City. By day, Dawn worked in the customer services departments of several corporations.
Dawn is survived by a brother, Joel, of Columbia, Missouri and a nephew, Jonathan, also of Columbia, and by her birth sister, Cathy, who she recently located and with whom she formed a strong bond. Dawn is also survived by her aunt Hattie and by numerous cousins, most notably Chanda and Thiess who were very close to Dawn.
A small ceremony will be held in St. Louis at the gravesite of her parents, John and Dorothea Anderson, in late March. Friends of Dawn are encouraged to post their memories and stories about Dawn so that they may be shared at her memorial and passed on to her family.
Cameron Patrick Lee Bricker
Cameron Patrick Lee Bricker, son of Gregory Alan Bricker and Christina Marie Aldridge, was born October 1, 1996 in Overland Park, KS and departed this life on December 9, 2022 in Lawrence, KS. At the time of his passing, he was 26 years of age.
Cameron was preceded in death by his paternal Grandfather Duane Alan Bricker in 2005 and Grandmother Martha Ella Bricker in 2019 and maternal Grandfather Jerold Lee Aldridge in 2022.
Cameron is survived by his Father Gregory Alan Bricker of Eudora, KS, and Mother Christina Marie Aldridge of Eudora, KS. Cameron is also survived by two brothers, Michael Alan Bricker, Lenexa, KS and Brandon Ray Wiggins, Desoto, KS and two sisters Ashley Nicole Bricker, Lawrence, KS and Brooke Sophie Abram, Eudora, KS, a nephew, cousins, as well as a host of other relatives and many friends. Cameron loved his family and enjoyed being at family events.
Cameron was raised in Eudora, KS and went to school from kindergarten until graduation. Cameron was involved in a number of sports during his middle school and high school years. He played basketball, baseball, and was on the high school track team. Cameron never strayed far from home but always dreamed of seeing more of our country. He was the “baby” of the family growing up and quickly learned to hold his own with his older brothers and sister.
Cameron worked at several of the local factories, offices, and restaurant establishments in the Eudora, Desoto, Gardner and Lawrence area. His last job was at Amarr garage door factory, as a production worker. He was proud of his job there and often shared stories and pictures of his day at work. Cameron worked at Amarr the longest out of all his jobs and became proficient at many of the duties at the factory. He was a hard worker and well-liked by his supervisors and co-workers.
He had a passion for cooking and was quite a good cook. He worked at Paisano’s in Lawrence and always loved cooking there. He also worked for a short period of time at Wheatfields bakery, which was one of his favorite places to eat. He had a talent for making the food he prepared pleasing to the palate as well as to the eye. He enjoyed cooking a good meal and then sharing pictures with family and friends over social media.
Cameron spent a lot of time at the family home, cooking/grilling, out sightseeing, playing with Riley (family Yorkie), and just hanging out. He also enjoyed being with his friends and co-workers and hanging out on Mass Street in Lawrence. Cameron enjoyed skateboarding around Lawrence and the KU campus, often creating memorable videos. He enjoyed going to the driving range with his dad and showing off his golf skills. He loved his red Ford Ranger pickup and spent many hours with his dad maintaining and fixing it up.
Cameron had a kind heart and a wonderfully contagious smile. Those who knew Cameron understood he lived life fast paced, exactly the way he wanted to. Cameron was a fine young man with a lot of life to live and treated everyone with kindness and respect. We celebrate his love for his family and friends, his life and his accomplishments, and know that he will never be forgotten but greatly missed by all.
A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Cider Gallery. 810 Pennsylvania St, Lawrence KS.
There will be a variety of appetizers and drinks (non-alcoholic) provided, please feel free to bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert if you would like to share.
To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Mr. Cameron Bricker please visit Owens Flower Shop in Lawrence, KS. (785-843-6111) (www.owensflowershop.net)
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be sent to Artists Helping the Homeless, www.AHH.org (3625 Warwick Blvd, KCMO 64111).
Dawn Michelle Pritchard McDermott
We are sad to announce the passing of Dawn Michelle Pritchard McDermott was born January 14th, 1977 in Ft. Campbell, KY. She is the daughter of James Douglas Pritchard, and Janell Sue Pritchard.
Dawn passed away on 02/25/2023, in San Diego, CA.
Dawn grew up in Baldwin City, KS and graduated from Baldwin High School in 1996. She attended Southwest State University in Marshall, MN.
On January 13th, 1997 Dawn married Joe Tomaszewski in Baldwin City, KS and they had two sons, Taylor and Alex Tomaszewski. The couple later divorced in 2002.
Dawn has worked for Wex Inc. for 6 years, and was a Workforce Analyst I.
She lived in Lawrence, KS for many years before moving to Brookings, SD to be with her boys.
Dawn moved back to Lawrence in 2021, and married Shane McDermott on 02/22/2022.
She is preceded in death by her husband Shane, grandparents Donald and Joyce Pritchard, and grandparents Gerald and Dorothy Puckett.
Dawn leaves behind two amazing sons, Taylor Tomaszewski and wife Brooklynn , and Alex Tomaszewski, all of Brookings, SD. Her parents, Doug and Janell Pritchard, from wherever the road takes them. 2 brothers, Sean Pritchard and his wife Candice, and their daughters, Jocelyn and Regan Pritchard of Olathe, KS. Keith Church and children Zak, Katelyn and her son James, and Shylah Church, of Lawrence, KS, and one sister, Staci Stuart and her husband Jeff, and their children, Greyson, Jayden, and Rylan Phillips, of Baldwin City, KS, and niece Rye Garcia and Aspen, of Olathe, KS. And many, many loved ones and friends, who will miss her very much!
Memorial services will be 2 pm, Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Rumsey-Yost funeral home in Lawrence, KS.
Donations to the family can be made at:
Online streaming of the service will be at https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY3OTU5NDQxNTI0MjU5OSZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
