Michelle Quinlan
Apr 13, 2026
Michelle (Schuler) Quinlan, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the Amberwell Atchison Hospital. Born on August 13, 1960, she is the daughter of Bernard "Clair" Schuler and Beverly (Pierce) Schuler.
A 1978 graduate of Mount St. Scholastica Academy, Michelle devoted much of her working years as a waitress and in various factories throughout Atchison.
Michelle delighted in babysitting and playing with...
Mary Elizabeth McClintock
Apr 12, 2026
Mary Elizabeth (Van Dyke) McClintock passed away on April 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She grew up in Atchison, Kansas, and spent the majority of her life in Kansas City, Missouri, where she built a home and raised her family over the course of more than 40 years.
Mary was raised in the Catholic faith, which remained...
Barbara Wood
Apr 8, 2026
Barbara Jean Wood, 80, passed away peacefully at home on April 8th, 2026. Barbara was born on August 17th, 1945, in Atchison, KS, to John and Virginia Willmeth. Barbara attended Spring Grove one-room school house in rural Doniphan County for 1st through 8th grade and then Troy High School, from which she graduated in 1963. Barbara married Alvin Wood, Jr....
Sister Kathleen Flanagan, OSB
Apr 6, 2026
Sister Kathleen Flanagan, OSB, 70, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kans., died Monday, April 6, 2026, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Sunday, April 19, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Monday, April 20, at 10:30 a.m.
Sister Kathleen was born in Riverside, Cal., to Dennis...
Marvin "Craig" Snyder
Apr 5, 2026
Marvin "Craig" Snyder, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri. Born on April 12, 1953, in Wichita, Kansas, Craig lived a life marked by resilience, hard work, and a deep commitment to those he loved.
Craig’s early years were shaped by his upbringing in Salina and Wichita, where he graduated from Wichita Southeast...
Louis Penning
Apr 1, 2026
Louis Henry Penning, a distinguished and well-respected businessman from Atchison, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, at Atchison Senior Village. Born on July 17, 1937, at Atchison Hospital, his life was marked by dedication, a strong work ethic, and an enduring commitment to his family and the community.
A proud graduate of Maur Hill Prep in 1955, Louis also attended...
Janice DeGisi
Mar 31, 2026
Janice Clark DeGisi, 99, of Overland Park, Kansas, formerly of Atchison, Kansas, passed from this world on March 31, 2026. Daughter of Joseph F. and Martha Hudgens Clark, dearly loved mother of Tom (Jane) of Overland Park, Kansas and Joe (Liza Hart) of Smithers, British Columbia. Janice was preceded in death by her beloved husband Sabino "Sam" DeGisi; daughters Jane...
Father Aaron Peters
Mar 27, 2026
Father Aaron Peters, OSB, died on the morning of March 27, 2026. He received the last rites of the Church and the Apostolic Pardon, surrounded by brothers in prayer.
A native of Hutchinson, KS, Father Aaron was born on May 13, 1939, and given the name Sheldon. He was the son of the late Raymond and Violet (Trotter) Peters. Having lived...
Christopher Hamlin
Mar 18, 2026
Christopher Guy Hamlin, born on December 2, 1972, at Atchison Hospital, passed away at his home in Atchison, Kansas, on March 18, 2026.
A graduate of Central High School in St. Joseph, Missouri, Chris built a lifelong career within the restaurant industry. His professional life saw him dedicate many years to Palma's Mexican Restaurant in St. Joseph, MO, where his commitment...
Mary Huninghake
Mar 14, 2026
Mary Huninghake, 71, Atchison, Kansas, died Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri.
Graveside services will be at Oak Hill Cemetery.
Mary was born March 5, 1955, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Gene and Ruth (Baker) Marshall. She attended Washington and Franklin Schools before graduating from Atchison High School.
She and Lyle Huninghake were married March 5,...
Nicholas Brull
Mar 8, 2026
Nicholas Ray Brull was born on January 26, 2006, at Atchison Hospital, a soul destined to leave a mark on the lives of those who knew and loved him. He left this world too soon on March 8, 2026, after just 20 years filled with joy, laughter, and a profound love for his family and friends.
A visitation with family and...
Michael Matthias
Mar 8, 2026
Michael Matthias, a cherished son, brother, and uncle, departed this world surrounded by his family on March 8, 2026, at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph, Missouri. Born at the Atchison Hospital on March 18, 1967, he is the son of Henry H. “Hank” Matthias and Beverly (Helmstetter) Matthias. Mike's roots were firmly planted in the farmlands that shaped his...
Shannon Pettigrew
Mar 5, 2026
Shannon Ruth (Purvis) Pettigrew, 66, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away on March 5, 2026. She was born on June 24, 1959, in Kansas City, Missouri. Shannon was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother who found her greatest joy in her family. She loved spending time with her kids and grandkids, getting lost in a good book, and traveling whenever she...
Denise Kimberling
Mar 4, 2026
Denise R. Kimberling, 65, of Atchison, Kansas, passed away on March 4, 2026, at KU after a brief illness.
Denise was born October 24, 1960, in Atchison, Kansas, to Pete and Helen (Boggs) Bailey. She spent much of her life as a go getter and entrepreneur of many trades. She was known for her free spirit and independent nature.
Denise had a...
Jerry W. Pruett
Mar 3, 2026
Jerry Wayne Pruett, Sr., departed this life peacefully on March 3, 2026, at Advent Health Shawnee Mission. Born on June 15, 1939, in Atchison, Kansas, he is the son of Wilmer H. Pruett and Violet (Ofstad) Pruett.
A devoted husband and father, Jerry was married to Joyce (Robbins) Pruett on February 5, 1967, at the Cummings Christian Church and have shared...
Claudia Jo Payne
Mar 2, 2026
Claudia Jo Payne, of Atchison, KS, passed away on March 2, 2026, at the Atchison Hospital. She was a fighter of countless health issues, but she persevered through them all. She was born on January 23, 1951, in Atchison, Kansas, to Clyde Richard Van Wey and Bettie Jean (Hundley) Van Wey. Claudia was a graduate of Atchison High School, class...
Betty Rose Brown
Mar 1, 2026
Betty Rose Brown, a cherished member of the Atchison community, entered this world May 19, 1939, and gracefully departed into the arms of Jesus on March 1, 2026. She lived a remarkable life filled with unwavering dedication, love, and a profound commitment to her family and community.
Betty Rose's life will be celebrated on Thursday, March 12, 2026, with a Homegoing...
Sister Sylvia Kenkel, OSB
Feb 28, 2026
Sister Sylvia Kenkel, OSB, 86, a Benedictine sister of Mount St. Scholastica, Atchison, Kan., died Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the monastery. The vigil service will be Thursday, March 5, at 7 p.m. in the monastery chapel, and the Mass of Resurrection will be celebrated there Friday, March 6, at 10:30 a.m.
On May 24, 1939, she and her twin brother...
Lance Gasper
Feb 26, 2026
Lance Gasper, passed away unexpectedly on February 26, 2026, at Amberwell Hospital in his hometown of Atchison, Kansas. He was born on May 24, 1985, in Atchison, the son of Anthony Joseph Gasper and Brenda (Wood) Gasper.
A graduate of Atchison High School, Lance was an accomplished athlete, known particularly for his state wrestling accolades. He furthered his education, obtaining an...
Betty Pruett
Feb 25, 2026
Elizabeth “Betty” (Bilderback) Pruett, of Atchison, KS, was born July 11, 1938, in Leavenworth, KS, to James V. and Mildred Christian Bilderback. She died peacefully on February 25, 2026. At a young age, the family returned to Atchison where Betty graduated from Atchison High in 1956. At the age of 48, she graduated with honors from Emporia State University.
She worked...
