Obituaries

It is with heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Rose Marie Shrout, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many. Rose peacefully departed this life on July 1, 2026. Born on September 13, 1936, in Independence Community, Doniphan County, Kansas, Rose was the cherished daughter of Carl Lutz Sr, and Marie Deichen Lutz, and the youngest of six children all of whom preceded her in death.

Andrea Joan Newcomer, 62, of Pittsburg, died July 1, 2026 at Pittsburg Health and Rehabilitation in Pittsburg.

Roger K. Swenson, born on August 7, 1931, in Junction City, Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2026, in Chapman, Kansas. His 94 years were marked by dedication to family, commitment to community, and an enduring curiosity for the world around him.