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Pittsburg, KS. Phone: 620-231-5600 We provide your family with complete and compassionate funeral services and cremation services.

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11/06/2025

Phillip Dean Ward, 65, of Jay, Oklahoma, formerly of Pittsburg, passed away Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

He was born September 23, 1960, in Fort Scott, Kansas, the son of Earl D. and Betty Lou (Lauber) Ward. Phil graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1978 and went on to earn his Bachelor’s degree in Auto Engineering with a minor in Electronics from Pittsburg State University in 1984.

Phil began his career with Hix Corporation in Pittsburg in 1985 as Engineering Manager, where he recently celebrated 40 years of dedicated service. During his four decades at Hix, Phil designed and patented the CW-550 Mug Transfer Press, a machine he developed to imprint designs onto coffee mugs—like your favorite “Good Morning” cup. He was always proud of that achievement and liked to say, “You’re welcome!”

For more than 45 years, Phil also owned and operated Woodland Studios, his privately owned recording studio. Through Woodland Studios, he ran sound for countless community events and concerts, including the Ft. Scott Jubilee, Little Balkans Days, Gorilla Village, Band Dome, Good Ole Days in Fort Scott, and many others. His talent and love for music touched people all across the region.

Phil was married to Anna (Machado) Ward from 1984 to 2004. Together they had two children, Adam Ward and Kimmy (Ward) King.

On February 25, 2006, Phil married the love of his life, Cara Shea Conway, at the First United Methodist Church in Pittsburg. Through this union, he also gained her children, Garett Gebhardt, Bailey (Gebhardt) Humbard, Jordan Gebhardt, and honorary daughter, Tarah Cockrell. Together, Phil and Cara built a large, beautiful blended family and were blessed with nineteen grandchildren who brought them endless joy.

Membership was held at PittNaz Church in Pittsburg. Since moving to Jay, he had been attending the Church of the Shepherd in Grove, Oklahoma.

In addition to his wife, Cara, survivors include his son, Adam Ward (Emily) of Greenbrae, California; daughter, Kimmy King (Ben) of Garnett, Kansas; children by marriage, Garett Gebhardt of Joplin, Missouri; Bailey Humbard (Brandon) of Olathe, Kansas; Jordan Gebhardt of Kansas City, Missouri; and Tarah Cockrell of Pittsburg; as well as a sister, Sharon Lynn Hilton (Aaron) of Aurora, Missouri; and nineteen grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents and an honorary grandson, Caiden Barber.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 10, at PittNaz Church in Pittsburg, with Pastor Adam Parrish officiating. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the PHS Music Department and/or the Scholarship for Engineering (Hix Corporation). Contributions may be left at or mailed to Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

10/29/2025

Harold Lloyd Johnson, 84, of Pittsburg, passed away at 2:06 a.m. Tuesday, October
28, 2025 at his home.

He was born April 27, 1941 in Pittsburg, the son of Charles Harold and Nadine M.
(Pipkin) Johnson. He attended Lincoln Elementary School, Roosevelt Junior High
and graduated from Pittsburg High School in 1959.

Harold owned a motorcycle shop in his younger years. He continued actively
selling, buying, and riding bikes his entire life. He was particularly fond of the
Ducati and Norton bikes. He had many joyous adventures on the bikes with his
pals. He was lucky to have such good friends, who helped him tremendously near
the end of his life.

Survivors include, a niece, Kay Pettit of Lawrence, Kansas, and a nephew, Roger
Herron of Mission, Kansas.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Correne Herron and Phyllis Johnson.

A Visitation will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday (Nov. 1) at the
Brenner Mortuary. A private family burial will take place at a later time in the
Farlington Cemetery, near Farlington, Kansas. Friends may leave condolences
online at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the
Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

10/02/2025

Eugene “Dale” Vaughn, 84, of Pittsburg, passed away Monday, September 29, 2025 at his home.
Dale was born September 26, 1941 in Cedar County, Missouri, the son of Carly and Ora (Hutchinson) Vaughn. He graduated from Wheatland High School.
Mr. Vaughn worked for the Kansas City Railroad as an engineer and brakeman.
On June 21, 1963, he was united in marriage to Frances “Fran” B. Scott at Buckner, Missouri. She preceded him in death on April 18, 2004.
He was of Baptist faith. Dale coached youth baseball in Pittsburg for many years. He loved to play pool, follow his grandkids to their games and events, where he was known as Papa Dale. In his later years, he was a regular at the Farm House Café.
Dale is survived by three sons, Ernie Vaughn (Victoria) of Columbus, Kansas, Duane Vaughn (Jennifer) of Pittsburg, and Roger Vaughn (Johnna) of Savannah, Georgia; a daughter, Kathy Eaton (Steve) of Scott City, Kansas; a sister, Faye Lamb of Buckner, Missouri; ten grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, a son, Stoney Wayne Vaughn on September 10, 1991, four sisters, four brothers, and a grandson, Toby Eaton.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 4) at Brenner Mortuary with Pastor Anthony Navaratnam officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturday at Brenner Mortuary. The family suggests memorials be given to Pittsburg High School Baseball program. These may be left at or mailed to Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St, Pittsburg, KS 66762. Online condolences may also be left at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of the Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS.

09/22/2025

James “Jim” Ray Bugni, 77, of Frontenac, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at his home.

Jim was born August 25, 1948 in Capaldo, KS, the son of Minnie and Joseph Bugni. He attended elementary school at South Radley and was a graduate of Frontenac High School. After high school, he attended Pittsburg State University where he obtained a Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, graduating in 1970. He also served in the Army Reserves from 1969 - 1971. Jim spent his career as a processing engineer at McNally’s, then a purchasing agent at Vinylplex, where he retired after 25 years.

On August 16, 1975, Jim married the love of his life, Margie Hall, and they shared 50 beautiful years together. He would do anything to bring a smile to her face. Aside from his family and ice cream, religion was the most important aspect of his life. He was a devoted, life-long member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Jim had many passions in his life, including feeding those he loved and baking cookies and sweets, he always had cookies on the counter. He would go to any measure to ensure that anyone in his home was comfortable and well fed. Jim was his family’s personal handyman and took pride in making sure his house and yard were kept clean.

Jim was affectionately known as “Papa” to all of his grandkids. He always made the effort to make it to all of their sporting events, school plays, award ceremonies, birthdays, sick days, and so much more. He loved to take them fishing, to the ball fields, and to get ice cream - he loved his ice cream.

Jim is survived by his wife, Margie Bugni, of the home, three daughters, Amy (Mike) Maxwell, Alison (Jeremy) Milburn, and Abby (Caleb) Sjoerdsma, three brothers, Nick Bugni, Joe Bugni, and Chuck (Cindy) Bugni. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, Lukas, Lexi, Tegan, Bree, Cole, Kooper, and Max, and numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, his mother-in-law, Beaulah Rose Hall and his father-in-law, Carl “Corky” Hall, two sisters, Mary “Sis” McDonald and Virginia “Virg” Macary, his brother, John Bugni, a sister-in-law, Sandy Bugni, and two brother-in-laws, Mike and James Hall.

A rosary will be prayed at 6 PM Wednesday, September 24, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, with a visitation to follow. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM Thursday, September 25, 2025, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church with Father Josh Evans officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Carmel Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to be made to Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Friends may leave their condolences at https://www.brennermortuary.com/obituary/JamesJim-Bugni. Services are in care of Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. Fourth St. Pittsburg, KS.

09/16/2025

Bonnie L. Amershek, 86, of Frontenac, Kansas died on Monday, September 15, 2025 at Freeman Hospital at Joplin, Missouri.

Bonnie was born August 29, 1939 in Pittsburg, Kansas, the daughter of Clarence Leonard Ross and Helen Barbara (Harvey) Ross. She was a graduate of Frontenac High School. Bonnie was a lifelong resident of Frontenac.

She married Tom Amershek on August 19, 1961. Tom and Bonnie were regulars at Barto’s Idle Hour and enjoying dancing and spending time with their friends. She was a stay-at-home mom. She started working at Jerry’s Yummy Tummy so she could be around her children and their friends. Tom and Bonnie were avid sports fans and loved watching their children and grandchildren play sports. Her middle name was FAMILY! Bonnie not only helped watch her grandchildren but also her great grandchildren. Holiday gatherings were one of her favorite times. Her meatballs and cinnamon rolls were family favorites. Bonnie also loved playing slots at the casino.

Membership was held in Sacred Heart Catholic Church and the Altar Society.

Survivors include her husband, Tom C. Amershek, of 65 years; her children Tom “Toppy” (Debbie) Amershek of Arma, Tim Amershek, Terri Amershek and Todd (Lisa) of Frontenac; son-in-law Scott Edge; Ten grandchildren, Steve (Krista) Amershek, Brandon (Jenni) Edge, Nic (Courtney) Edge, Julie (Paden) Shaffer, Justin (Megan) Amershek, Katie Amershek, Ross (Tori) Edge, Rachel Amershek, Lukas (Maggie) Amershek, Claire Amershek; 9 great grandchildren, Brayden Amershek, Kaden Shaffer, Kallen Shaffer, Beckett Amershek, Maci Jo Edge, Kinley Shaffer, Ellie Jo Edge, Owen Edge and Brixby Amershek, and expecting her 10th greatgrandchild in October and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her daughter Tammy Jo Amershek Edge, her parents, brothers, Robert “Bob” Ross, Jackson “Jack” Ross, Donald “Don” Ross and William “Bill” Ross; sisters Barbara “Tad” Roy and Iona “Onie” Neagles.

The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at
Brenner Mortuary. A private family service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family to be used as determined at a later date. These may be left at or mailed to Brenner Mortuary, 114 E. 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave online condonlences at www.brennermortuary.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg.

09/10/2025

Deloris “Lori” Mae Moriconi, 77, of Pittsburg, passed away Thursday, September 4, 2025 at Mercy Hospital in Springfield, Missouri.

She was born May 7, 1948 in Girard, Kansas, the daughter of Alonzo and Ida Irene (McVay) Mayberry. She attended Girard schools.

On September 8, 1967, she was united in marriage to James “Jim” J. Moriconi, Sr. To this union, three children were born, Theresa, Kayla and Jim.

Mrs. Moriconi worked for Pitt-Plastics Inc in Pittsburg. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading, puzzles, cooking (especially for family), gardening, bird watching and going to the casino. But most of all she loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.

Survivors include her husband, James J. Moriconi, Sr of Pittsburg; three children, Theresa Moriconi, Kayla Moriconi, and Jim Moriconi, all of Pittsburg; a brother, Bud Mayberry (Martha); two sisters, Reta Woods (Butch) and Diana Meyer; two granddaughters, Chelcey Sexton (Joe) and Heather Ulery (Devin); three great-grandchildren, James Sexton, Kaylynn Ulery, and Maisyn Ulery; and a brother-in-law, Alfred “Moose” Moriconi (Marsha).

She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, James Mayberry and two sisters, Barbara Geier and Ida McReynolds, and a brother-in-law, Kenneth Meyer.

A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Saturday, October 4, 2025 at the Homer Cole Pittsburg Community Center, 3003 N. Joplin, St., Pittsburg. A lunch will be provided – friends are encouraged to bring a side dish. Lori loved everyone and if you feel compelled to honor her memory, you can donate to your favorite charity. These may be left at or mailed to Brenner Mortuary, 114 E 4th St., Pittsburg, KS 66762. Friends may leave condolences online at www.brennermortuary.com, Arrangements are under the direction of Brenner Mortuary, Pittsburg, KS

08/22/2025

We’re happy to welcome Lexi Milburn to our team here at Brenner Mortuary! Lexi joins us as a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer.

Lexi is from Fort Scott, Kansas and a graduate of Kansas City Kansas Community College where she obtained her degree in Mortuary Science. With a heart for serving others, she is dedicated to providing care with compassion, professionalism, and respect.

When not at work, Lexi enjoys spoiling her two dogs, Lester and Toji, making embroidery art, tending to her plants, and spending time with her fiance, Brayden, who will become her husband in just a few days!

A fun fact about Lexi is that her grandparents are long-time residents of Frontenac, Kansas, where she spent many of her childhood summers making life-long memories.

Please join us in welcoming Lexi to the team!