Rentschler Family Mortuaries

11/20/2025

11/18/2025

Cheril Kay McCoy was born January 5th 1947 to Harold and Bertha (Boxum) Hofer. She passed away November 14th at Osborne Memorial Hospital.
She grew up on the family farm Northeast of Portis. She attended Union 4 country school and graduated Valedictorian of Portis High School class of 1964. On Aug...

11/16/2025

JoAnn Cox Putnam, age 90, passed away on November 12, 2025, in Osborne, Kansas.

JoAnn was born on May 29, 1935, in rural Alton, Kansas, to Charles and Alice (Miller) Cox. She was one of six children and grew up surrounded by a close-knit family. While still in high school, JoAnn began workin...

11/12/2025

It is so important to provide space for people to come together to grieve. We provide that caring community for family and friends who have lost a loved one. Contact us today and we can walk you through options for unique, inclusive celebrations.

11/10/2025

"The Body of B. Franklin, Printer; like the Cover of an old Book, Its Contents torn out, And stript of its Lettering and Gilding, Lies here, Food for Worms. But the Work shall not be wholly lost; For it will, as he believ'd, appear once more, In a new & more perfect Edition, Corrected and amended By the Author." - Benjamin Franklin

11/08/2025

"Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.”
- Rumi

11/04/2025

Out of respect for those who have passed it is important to not walk over the graves. While many consider it inviting bad luck, it's also generally regarded as careless. We maintain optimal care of the gravesites and invite the families of Smith Center to practice not only safety but also dignity on the grounds.

11/03/2025

Jamie L (Hofts) Woolley was born March 9, 1948 in Concordia hospital to Glenn and Phyllis Hofts. She grew up in the small town of Republic, graduating from high school in 1966. Following graduation she continued her education at Kansas Wesleyan University with a degree in Radiologic Technology. She ...

11/03/2025

Victoria Hillman passed away at her home on October 4, 2025.

A full obituary will follow.