Obituaries

Lou Montague

Celebration of Life for Lou Ann Montague, nee Shy, 70, of Columbia, MO, Sat. July 25, 1:30-3:00 at Parker Price & Davidson, Topeka, KS. View full obituary at ppdfuneral.com.

Harry Wade

Services for Harry E. Wade, 89, Lawrence will be held at 11:00 a.m. on July 24, 2026, at St. Margaret's Episcopal Church. Harry passed away on June 23, 2026, in Lawrence. warrenmcelwain.com

Grant Caughey

A vis for Grant Caughey is set from 9-11 am Mon July 27 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary. A Graveside svc is set for 1:30 pm Mon July 27 at Leavenworth National Cemetery. www.warrenmcelwain.com

William Schmeelk

Celebration of Life for Bill Schmeelk, 62, of Lawrence, will be from 2-4 p.m., Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home. To read the full obituary, visit Rumsey-Yost.com.

Stephen Ellsworth

Stephen F. Ellsworth, beloved husband and loving father and grandfather, died peacefully at home in Lawrence, KS, on July 9. He was 80. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Dee Ann DeRoin, his children and their families, Tyler and Susie (Robison) Ellsworth of Leawood, Kansas (George, 13, and ...

Nelson Krueger

Nelson L. Krueger passed away 7-10-26. 'He has slipped the surly bonds of Earth and gone above where eagles fly. Please honor him by enjoying every chance to gather with their family and friends.  Rumsey-Yost.com.