Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home

03/11/2026

Our work is not just a profession – it’s a calling.

Today, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the dedication, compassion, and professionalism of funeral directors and morticians across the country. National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the essential role funeral directors play in helping families navigate loss, honor loved ones, and find comfort in meaningful farewells.

Thank you for allowing us to honor your loved ones and provide support during one of life's most difficult challenges.

02/25/2026

William Eugene Twidwell

William Eugene Twidwell, age 81, passed away on February 19, 2026, in Frankfort, Kansas. Born on July 17, 1944, in Frankfort, Kansas. He was the son of Ray and Stella Mae (Warren) Twidwell and grew up with a strong work ethic and a caring disposition. William graduated from Frankfort High School in 1962 and furthered his education at Emporia State, earning a bachelor’s degree. He then attended the University of Oklahoma, where he began a master’s program in physics before...

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02/23/2026

Genevieve Diederich

Genevieve “Genny” Diederich, 86, of Wamego, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, at St. Francis Hospital in Topeka. Genny was born February 15, 1940 to Lawrence and Barbara (Rebitzer) Umscheid, at their family home near Flush, Kansas. Genny was the youngest of twelve children. She graduated from Flush High School in 1958. On June 6, 1959, Genny was united in marriage to Doyle Francis Diederich, at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Flush, Kansas. After nearly 60 years of...

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02/23/2026

Zachary Wayne Weixelman

Zachary "Zach" Wayne Weixelman , 29, from Manhattan, Kansas, passed away at his home on February 20, 2026. Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego, Kansas. Family will greet friends and loved ones at a visitation held on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego, Kansas. A rosary will be held after the visitation at 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A memorial service will...

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02/18/2026

Charley Leon Pedro

Charley Leon Pedro , 64, of Westmoreland, KS, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2026, at his home. He had moved to Kansas several years ago from Las Vegas, Nevada to be closer to family. Charley was born on March 1, 1961, in Arcadia, California, the son of Charles L. and Judy (Ketner) Pedro. He attended local schools and graduated from Gladstone High School in West Covina, California. He also received a geology degree from the University of California. Charley...

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02/06/2026

Deloris Carol Matzke

Deloris Carol Matzke (Werth) , 89, of Westmoreland, Kansas, passed away on February 6, 2026, at her home. Funeral arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego, Kansas. A full obituary is pending. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Luke Lutheran Church, 129 Railroad St., Wheaton, Kansas, with Pastor Terry DeGiovanni officiating. Burial will follow the funeral service at Fox Cemetery, Wheaton. Family will greet friends...

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01/30/2026

Gary Lynn Colgrove

Gary L. Colgrove, age 60, died on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at Saint Luke's Hospital in Kansas City. Missouri. A complete obituary and services are pending and will be announced.

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01/30/2026

Corinne Ann Larson

A full obituary is pending Corinne Ann “Gram” Larson, 94, of Maple Hill, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday (January 27, 2026) at her home. A memorial visitation to celebrate Corinne’s life will be held Thursday (February 5, 2026) from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, 4370 Salzer Road, Wamego, Kansas. Inurnment will be at a later date in Alma City Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to the Wounded Warriors Project. Please make checks payable to Wounded...

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01/27/2026

Sarah "Sally" McGowan

A full obituary is pending Sarah L. “Sally” McGowan, 90, of Alma, Kansas, passed away on Saturday (January 24, 2026) at Heritage Home in Alma, Kansas. A Rosary Service will be held Saturday morning (February 7, 2026) at 10:30 in the Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home with a Memorial Prayer Service immediately following with Fr. Swamy Nannam officiating. Inurnment will be in Wamego City Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday morning (February 7, 2026) from 9:30 to 10:30 at the funeral...

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01/26/2026

Linda Marie Hensley

Linda Marie (Roudybush) Hensley , 74, of Louisville, Kansas, passed away on January 23, 2026, at Via Christi Hospital, Manhattan, Kansas. Family will greet friends at a visitation held on Friday, January 30, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego, Kansas. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Thunder Hill Cowboy Church, Manhattan, Kansas, with nephews, Pastors Hank Parker and Curtis Roudybush, officiating. Burial will follow...

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01/26/2026

Charles Douglas Albert

Charles Douglas “Doug” Albert, 83, of Westmoreland, Kansas, formerly of Abilene, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at Wellsprings of Westmoreland. He was a native of California before moving to Kansas. Complete obituary information is pending. Graveside services with military honors will be held at the Kansas Veterans Cemetery, west of Manhattan on a future date.

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01/22/2026

Larry Gean Thierer

Larry Gean Thierer, 69, from Alma, Kansas, passed away at his home on Jan. 15, 2026. Cremation arrangements are in the care of Campanella & Stewart Funeral Home, Wamego, Kansas. A full obituary and memorial service are pending and will be announced.

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