Roger Lee Dillon
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ROGER LEE DILLON
Roger Lee Dillon, 54, of Kansas City, KS passed away unexpectedly on September 2, 2021.
He graduated from Piper High School in 1985. Roger grew up on construction sites and worked alongside his father and grandfather building homes, duplexes, etc. Later, the family business changed to Dillon Material Company and he continued to work with his father and grandfather repairing tools, compressors and anything else with a small motor. After his grandfather and father passed on, Roger and his wife, Lisa, took over the family business. Roger loved working with his hands and talking to customers. Many of them became like family to him over the years. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and watching old westerns, especially John Wayne movies.
Roger was a member of the Rose of Sharon Pentecostal Church of God. He was a friend to all who met him. He had a big heart and loved helping others, including working in the Outreach Ministry picking up the men from City Union Mission and driving them to church for over a year.
Roger was preceded in death by his grandparents, Ray F Dillon and Lydia Dillon, his mother and father, R. F. Dillon, Jr. He is survived by his wife, Lisa, son, Michael Dillon, three step-children whom he considered to be his own kids, Amy Axell and husband Jeff, Emily Yoder and Matthew Yoder and two grandchildren, Tristan Yoder and Ridley Axell, as well as several aunts, cousins and many friends. He will be greatly missed by his family and all who knew him.
Cathy Gibson Stiglic
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CATHY GIBSON STIGLIC
Cathy Gibson Stiglic, 74, passed away September 7, 2021 at her home in Lenexa, KS. She was born on February 5, 1947 in Kansas City, KS. She was the daughter of the late Harriet (Darby) and Thomas Gibson.
She attended school in KCK and graduated from the University of Kansas in 1969. Cathy married her high school sweetheart, Robert T. Stiglic, July 26, 1969 and they enjoyed over 52 years together. She was the mother of three and had seven grandchildren. Cathy was involved in many community organizations during her life. She was a member of the Junior League where she served as President from 1988-89 and also a dedicated member of school PTAs where her children attended school. Cathy was an elementary teacher for almost 30 years. Her teaching career began in KCK with the majority in the Shawnee Mission School District. During this time, she completed her Masters in Education from MidAmerica Nazarene University.
After retiring in June 2013 Cathy was excited “to do whatever she wanted to do.” She enjoyed quilting, aqua class, reading, and traveling. She also spent many hours attending her grandkids’ activities. In July 2019, Cathy and Bob took their kids and grandkids on the trip of a lifetime to Turks and Caicos to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.
Cathy is survived by her husband, Robert, children and grandchildren. Alan (Angelique) Stiglic, Jack and Sophia; Paul (Amy) Stiglic, Henry and Jane; Lori (Darren) Farley, Lillian, Luke, and Jake. Brothers Harry (Becky) Gibson, John (Kristie) Gibson, Paul (Claudia) Gibson and Sister Nancy (Scott) Collins.
Memorial Donations to University of Kansas, School of Education and Human Sciences, https://soehs.ku.edu/
Memorial Donations to University of Kansas, School of Education and Human Sciences, https://soehs.ku.edu/
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 14th from 5 pm-7 pm with The Rosary at 6;30 pm. Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, September 15th at 10:00 am. Services at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 5501 Monticello Road, Shawnee, KS.
Services will be lived streamed at https://boxcast.tv/view/cathy-stiglic-funeral-ybtlzvvidq6mk6ioilgj
Xao Cher Jimmy Her
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XAO CHER JIMMY HER
Xao Cher Jimmy Her, 80, of Kansas City KS, went home to be with his heavenly father on Wednesday, the 11th of August, 2021 at the University of Kansas Hospital surrounded by his loved ones.
Xao Cher Jimmy Her was born on April 14th, 1941 in Xiengkhouang Laos to Num Maiv Her and Pang Kong. Num Maiv has four sons: Doua, Bla Yao, Cheng and Xao Cher and four daughters: Pay, Lue, Ploua and Mai. All of Num Maiv’s children are deceased.
In 1957, Xao Cher married Mee Kong. Together, they have two children, son Jou Yee Her and a daughter (unknown name and passed after birth). In 1960, Mee Kong passed away. In 1966 Xao Cher married Song Vang. Together, they have six children: two sons – Mike and Tommy and four daughters – a daughter (unknown name and passed after birth), Bla, Pang Kou, and Bao Nhia.
In 1953, Xao Cher attended school in Phongsavan, Laos. In 1955 he graduated school in Level 3. Xao Cher Jimmy Her was a hero who served in the Vietnam War for 14 years (1961-1975). He worked under the direction of the US Special Guerrilla Unit (SGU) and General Vang Pao as a Military Radio Operator and oversee Radio Operation during the secret war in Laos. He earned the rank of Captain. In 2004, Xao Cher joined the Lao Hmong America Coalition and United Sates National Defense Force Support Command (USND) and earned the honorable rank of Major due to previous experience. His duties are to help with the Homeland Security Program, community service, and honor guard training team. He was a dedicated member and fulfilled all his duties. In 2015, Xao Cher was promoted to the rank of Brigadier General. Xao Cher had served 17 years in the USND and 14 years in the Vietnam War, totaling 31 years of service to the people and country.
In 1975 Xao Cher and his family fled to Namphong, Thailand. In 1976, Xao Cher and family arrived in Houston, TX. Xao Cher started work the following day in landscaping and mowing grass and then from 1977-1979 he worked at Coca Cola Company. In 1979, Xao Cher relocated his family to Kansas City, KS where he resided for 42 years until his passing. Xao Cher worked at a Paper Plate Company in packaging, a Janitor at Overland Park Mall, a Supervisor at Jural Company, a Printer and printed cups, and a Janitor at Shick Tube Veyor Corporation. From 1987-2021, Xao Cher was the Manager for Suab Nqua Hu.
Xao Cher became a Christian in 1952. He loved serving the Lord when he resided in Laos and Thailand. Xao Cher was also a devoted Christian and one of the founders of First Hmong C&MA Church in Kansas City, KS. Xao Cher enjoys spending quality time with families and friends and serving God through his church. His last service with his church was on 7/18/2021.
Xao Cher was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Xao Cher and his wife grows a small patch of rice patty in their backyard and would share their fresh crop of rice with families and friends when they harvested in the Fall. His generosity and love stretched for miles across the ocean and back to his hometown of Kansas City. Xao Cher truly loves everyone and welcomed all to his home. He was an extraordinary man, jack of all trades, humble, amazing storyteller, enjoyed doing his daily devotions, a dedicated service man, loved his country, pigeons, and roosters, but most of all he loved his family. He impacted so many lives through the friendships that he made, all of which he cherished. He was selfless, always gave the best advice, had a smile that could brighten anyone’s day, and gave the best knuckle head sandwiches. To have known him, was to love him.
Xao Cher is survived by his loving wife of 55 years Song Vang Her and in legacy by their six children-
Jou Yee and Pla Moua Her of Kansas City, KS
Bla and Chonh Sue Kue of Cowpens, SC
Mike and Kao Kong Her of Kansas City, KS
Tommy and Pang Nhia Xiong Her of Overland Park, KS
Pang Kou and Tito Xiong of Ruskin, FL
Bao Nhia and Chang Xiong of Westminster, CO
Proud grandfather to his 14 grandchildren: Mhink Her, Linda Her, Nancy Her, Kevin Her, Barry Her, Jennifer Her, Steven Her, Kong Mong Kue, Kong Chinh Kue, Frances Her, Alex Her, Emily Her, Jeremy Xiong, and Titus Xiong.
Beacon of light to his 26 great grandchildren: Codie Her, Skyla Her, Noah Her, Nicolai Her, Eunice Her, Kenji Khang, Phillip Khang, Julianne Khang, Abigail Vang, Kaiyu Vang, Kenneth Vang, Nivek Her, Ariella Her, Crystal Vang, Eric Vang, Sarai Her, Joy Her, Joey Her, Chasidy Her, Evan Her, Jayden Vang, Jordan Arthurs, Jenevieve Arthurs, and Jenesis Arthurs.
1 great-great grandchild: Evangeline Kaab Hli Ntuj Naomi Her
Preceded in death by: Mee Kong (1960) and two daughters (unknown names and passed after birth).
The family will receive friends and family for a Celebration of Life at the Faith Deliverance Church, 3043 State Avenue, Kansas City KS, 66102. Services are as follow:
Saturday, September 11th, 2021 Session I Service 10:00 am – 12:00 pm (Immediate Family) Family Time 1:00 – 3:30 pm Session II Service 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Sunday, September 12th, 2021 Family Time and Viewing 4:00 – 4:45 pm Session III Service 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Monday, September 13th, 2021 Family Time and Viewing 9:00 – 9:45 am Session IV Service 10:00 – 11:30 am Procession to Gate of Heaven Catholic Cemetery 11:40 am BURIAL GROUND: Gate of Heaven, Parallel Pkwy & N. 126th St., Kansas City KS, 66109 Burial Service 12:00 pm
Memorial donations can be sent to Yee J Her, 6662 Waverly Avenue, Kansas City KS, 66104 Venmo: @TommyHer01 Paypal: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
“Love one another and believe in Jesus Christ and keep doing God's work. We will see one another again in heaven.” - Xao Cher Jimmy Her
Julie L. Hurlbert
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JULIE L. HURLBERT
Julie L Hurlbert, Age 57 of Olathe Kansas passed away unexpectedly at her home on August 31, 2021.
Julie graduated from Shawnee Mission Northwest High School with the class of 1982.
After High School, Julie married Scott Hurlbert.
Julie was a devoted dog lover, she adored her Whippets and was a proud and active member of local and regional Coursing Clubs.
Julie was preceded in death by her Paternal and Maternal grandparents.
Survivors include her parents, Carl and Sylvia Iverson of Lenexa, one brother, Cory Iverson and wife Kathie of Shawnee and her nephews and nieces, all of whom she dearly loved.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Kidney Foundation at www.kidneyfund.org
Joann Sirridge
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JOANN SIRRIDGE
Joann Sirridge, 76, Basehor, Kansas, passed away Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Joann was born February 22, 1945 in Kansas City, Kansas to Roy and Rose Crowe.
She graduated from Bishop Ward High School in 1963. Joann married James Sirridge in 1966. Due to James being in the Air Force, the couple moved to Dover, Delaware. In 1968, Jim and Joann returned and resided in Kansas City, Kansas. Joann worked as an administrative assistant for more than forty years and was a devoted parishioner of St. Patrick Catholic Church. She was an active member of the St. Anthony Alter Society.
As a lover of life, she enjoyed traveling with friends and family as well as staying busy with many hobbies. Joann’s biggest joy in life was becoming a grandmother. From sleepovers, to baking cookies, playing games, reading stories and attending their activities she loved spending time with every grandchild and was each one’s biggest supporter.
Joann is survived by her husband James (Basehor, KS). The couple had just celebrated their 55th wedding anniversary. She is also survived by her children and their spouses: Janet and Doug Stalcup, Basehor, KS, Matthew and Anh Sirridge, Lenexa, KS, Jenny and Todd Nicholson, Linwood, KS. Six grandchildren: Brett Stalcup, Ryan Stalcup, Sarah Stalcup, Katie Sirridge, Luke Nicholson and Nate Nicholson. Two sisters: Mary Alice Worth and Kathy Foster. She is preceded in death by her two brothers Michael and Gerald Crowe.
A private family inurnment will be held at Gate of Heaven Mausoleum in Kansas City, KS.
Ellen Backstrom Johnson
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Ellen Backstrom Johnson passed away peacefully on August 14, 2021 at the age of 76, surrounded by her beloved husband and family. Ellen was born April 4, 1945 in Radford, Virginia.
She grew up in Salina, Kansas and married the love of her life, her high school sweetheart, Cecil Wade Johnson. The couple was married for nearly 53 years. Ellen studied nursing at Creighton University and worked as an ER nurse in Salina Kansas. Always caring for everyone around her, she was the perfect example of "once a nurse, always a nurse." She was a dedicated friend, neighbor and golf partner to many, and had a long list of close friends she’d collected as the family moved throughout the Midwest. She was a tireless and selfless volunteer – committed to making this world a better place. Most recently, she volunteered for IHN, Unbound and Church of the Ascension. A woman of great faith, Ellen had a lifelong love of reading, learning and most passionately on topics about her beliefs in God. She lived that word daily. Her life was a living example of the Bible verse, Colossians 3:17 "And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him." Ellen was blessed with a loving family. She is survived by her husband Cecil Wade Johnson, sister and husband Anne and John Dykes; children and their spouses, Michelle and Willy Steele and Bryan and Anne Johnson; grandchildren Madison Steele, Will Steele, Theodore Johnson and Gene Johnson. She will always be remembered by her family as a wonderfully generous and caring woman. She will remain in their hearts forever.
A celebration of life will be Saturday, August 21 at 10 am at The Church of the Ascension, 9510 W. 127th St. Overland Park, KS 66213. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Heart to Heart International at www.hearttoheart.org or Church of the Ascension-fund for families having financial troubles at www.kcascension.org.
LORETTA KAY BALLENTINE WALL
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LORETTA KAY BALLENTINE WALL
Loretta Kay Ballentine Wall, age 83, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2021 at Shawnee Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center in Shawnee, KS. Loretta was born August 19, 1937 in Bonner Springs, KS.
Loretta was born and raised in Bonner Springs, KS and graduated from Bonner Springs High School.
She attended the University of Kansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies in 1985. Loretta loved and cared for many cats over the years and enjoyed gardening and sewing.
She attended the University of Kansas and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in General Studies in 1985. Loretta loved and cared for many cats over the years and enjoyed gardening and sewing.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Alberton and Helen Ballentine, her brother, Alberton “Sonny” Ballentine Jr., her sisters, Betty Virginia Jackson and Barbara June Foster, and her daughter, Robin Suzanne Gomez.
She is survived by her husband, Walter Wall, Overland Park, KS, sons Michael Gomez (Rose), Raytown, MO, Todd Gomez, Hilo, HI, and Brian Wall (Rodney), Shawnee, KS. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren, Layla, Sarah, Sean, Fabian, Eric, Rebecca, Shaina, Yitzchok, Fruma, Mordachai, Menachem, and Dovid.
Memorial graveside service to be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for contributions to be made to Great Plains SPCA. https://greatplainsspca.salsalabs.org/memorials/index.html
Ann Duvall Wyatt
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Ann Duvall Wyatt, 86, of Kansas City passed away on August 10, 2021. By her request, there will not be a memorial service or a formal obituary. She has generously donated her body to research at KU Medical Center.
If you would like to send a card, please mail to c/o Kansas City Funeral Directors, 4880 Shawnee Dr, Kansas City KS, 66106
Lois Virginia (Howell) Anderson
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Lois Virginia (Howell) Anderson, age 86, moved to her Heavenly Home, August 7th, 2021.
Virginia was born on July 4, 1938, in Harrison, Arkansas to Loy & Virgie Howell. She lived up to being born on the Forth of July, she was a real firecracker. Virginia, enjoyed life, laughing with friends, singing for God, but most of all she loved being with her family.
Virginia is survived by the love of her life, her husband, Donal Anderson; son, Rev. Michael Howell (Margie) and step-son, Wayne Anderson; grandchildren, Shaun Howell(Lucia), Shane Howell (Decinda), Caleb Howell(Amber), Shannon Schaad, and Lindsay Kletke(Andrew); great-grandchildren: Mateo, Tarek. Mireya, Wesley, Samara, and Ada.
Virginia will be greatly missed by not only her family, but also many more extended family, and numerous friends.
Funeral service will be August 11 at CenterPointe Community Church, 6:30 pm with visitation at 5:30 pm 401 N 78th Street,
KC, KS 66112.
