Local obituaries for Osborne & Mitchell County in Kansas
Wendell John Brummer
Sep 10, 2026
Wendell J. Brummer, 100, Downs, passed away, Thursday, September 10, 2026. An obituary will be available soon.
Lora Kay Reiter
Sep 4, 2026
Lora K. Reiter was born in Beloit, Kansas on January 15, 1939 to Loren and Lora (Daugherty) Reiter. She passed away at home on September 4, 2026 surrounded by loving family. The youngest of five children, she grew up on farms in Jewell and Mitchell Counties before the family moved to their farm just northeast of Asherville.
Her memories of youth...
Jeanette Esther (Herrs) Specht
Sep 1, 2026
Jeanette E. Specht was born July 22, 1953 at the Clay Center Hospital, Clay Center, KS to Arthur and Esther Herrs of Palmer, KS. She was baptized in August 1953 and Confirmed on Palm Sunday 1967 into the Missouri-Synod Lutheran faith at St. John Lutheran Church, Palmer KS. Jeanette graduated from Linn High School, Linn, KS in May 1971. She...
Lynn Ransford Root
Aug 31, 2026
Lynn Ransford Root, passed away on August 31, 2026, at home in Glen Elder. He was born on August 19, 1983, in Omaha, Nebraska. He was the son of Mary and Earl Root. He grew up in Holdrege and graduated from Holdrege High School in 2001. Lynn will be remembered as a loving husband and father, a devoted son, and...
John "Jack" Robert Gracey
Aug 16, 2026
John “Jack” Robert Gracey of Cawker City, Kansas, formerly of Broken Bow, Nebraska, passed away on Sunday, August 16th, 2026, leaving behind a family who adored him and a lifetime of cherished memories.
Born January 9, 1947, to Dean and Agnes (Apker) Gracey. Jack attended school in Broken Bow, Nebraska where he graduated in 1965. Following high school graduation, he attended...
Nancy Lee Streit
Aug 7, 2026
Nancy Lee Streit was born April 23, 1943, in Wichita, Kansas, to Eldon and Cleta Mae (Neiberger) Dalrymple. She passed away August 7, 2026, at Osborne County Memorial Hospital, Osborne, Kansas.
Nancy grew up on a farm nine miles southwest of Jewell, Kansas, and graduated from Jewell Rural High School in 1961.
On July 6, 1962, Nancy married Dennis L. Versch. Four...
Brian Charles Kinney
Aug 4, 2026
Brian Charles Kinney, born on September 20, 1943, in Attleboro, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on the morning of August 4th, 2026, in Beloit, Kansas. His journey through life was marked by dedication, service, and a deep commitment to his loved ones and his country.
Brian's early years in Attleboro set the foundation for a life grounded in integrity and perseverance. He...
Nancy Katherine Brummer
Jul 28, 2026
Nancy Katherine Brummer passed away peacefully at her long-time home in Downs, Kansas on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 79 years of age.
Nancy was born June 25, 1947, in Osborne, Kansas and grew up on her parent's farm in rural Osborne County, Kansas. She graduated in 1965 from Downs High School in Downs, Kansas. Shortly after graduating she began working...
Rebecca Reno
Jul 8, 2026
Rebecca Reno, 61, Beloit, passed away, Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Memorials may be made to Schoen Funeral Home to help cover final expenses. Donations can be made directly on the crowd funding campaign below.
Gwenda Jean Smith
Jul 5, 2026
Gwen Smith, 76, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026, at Downs Care and Rehabilitation Center in Downs, Kansas.
Gwen was born on July 20, 1949, in Fairbury, Nebraska, to Jerry and Velma Smith. She grew up in Western, Nebraska, where she graduated from high school before attending Joseph's College of Cosmetology in Lincoln, Nebraska, to pursue a career in hairstyling.
Gwen...
Theresa Ann (Gengler) Adamson
Jun 27, 2026
Theresa Ann (Gengler) Adamson peacefully passed away Saturday, June 27th, 2026, at the age of 62. She was born on July 26th, 1963, at Mitchell Co. Hospital in Beloit, KS to Noel Ewdwin Gengler and Josephine Francis (Peters) Gengler, the 3rd of 5 children.
Theresa attended St. John's grade school in Beloit from 1st through 8th grade. She then attended Beloit...
Gerald Merrill
Jun 25, 2026
Gerald Merrill, 68, of Downs, passed away, Thursday, June 25, 2026. Arrangements are pending.
Genesis Raei Schreiner-Antrim
May 5, 2026
Genesis Raei Schreiner-Antrim passed away in the embrace of her mother and father on May 5, 2026 at McCook Community Hospital. She arrived at 4:08 pm and met the eyes of Jesus at 7:12 pm the same day. Though Genesis was with her family for only a brief moment, that’s all the time she needed to change the lives of...
Oscar Montero
Apr 28, 2026
Oscar Montero, a beloved son, father, and entrepreneur, passed away on April 28, 2026. Born on October 15, 2002, in Independence, Kansas, he was the cherished child of Rosendo Montero and Aurelia Angel. From his earliest days in Independence to his youth spent in Beloit, Oscar's life was marked by a blend of ambition, warmth, and a uniquely spirited personality.
After...
Timothy Schneider
Apr 20, 2026
Timothy John Schneider passed from this life on April 20, 2026 at his home in Downs, Kansas at the age of 58. He was born June 18, 1967 in Plainville to Raymond and Audrey (Cochrun) Schneider. Tim was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith at Peace Lutheran Church in Natoma where he remained a member his entire life. He...
Annette Smith
Apr 18, 2026
Annette Marie Smith, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at Hilltop Lodge Health & Rehabilitation. Born on November 8, 1939, in Salina, Kansas, Annette's life was marked by her unwavering commitment to her faith, her dedication to her career, and her love for family.
Annette graduated from St. John's High School in 1958, a milestone that set the foundation for...
Brenda Zimmerman
Mar 9, 2026
Brenda M. Zimmerman, 68, of Hays, passed away, Monday, March 9, 2026. Private family services will take place at a later date.
Kenneth “Merle” Nyhoff
Feb 23, 2026
Kenneth “Merle” Nyhoff went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 23, 2026, just 5 days before his 98th birthday. Merle was born in the small Dutch town of Dispatch, Kansas on February 28, 1928, to George and Sarah (Ramaker) Nyhoff. He is survived by his wonderful wife, Rose (Koops) of Downs, Kansas. They celebrated life together for...
Tryhna James
Feb 19, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Tryhna N. James, a cherished wife, mother, and friend. A resident of Downs, Kansas, Tryhna passed away on February 19, 2026, at the age of 36. Born in Denver, Colorado, on May 20, 1989, she possessed a vibrant spirit that touched everyone she met.
Tryhna was known for her fun-loving...
Larry Lee Warren
Feb 13, 2026
Larry Lee Warren, 87, of Osborne, passed away, Friday, February 13, 2026. Private family services will take place at a later date.
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