Linn County News
Published January 21, 2026
Mitzi Allen Coe, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on Jan. 17, 2026, at the age of 72, with her family by her side.
Mitzi was born on Aug. 14, 1953, in Paola, Kan. Family meant everything to her. She was known for her kind heart, generous spirit, good sense of humor, and quiet strength. Mitzi had a way of making people feel welcome and cared for, and she left her mark on everyone who knew her.
She is survived by her husband, Patrick Coe; her children, Dana Kral (Jesse), Jenny Heide (Brad), Lindsey Clearwater (Brooke), and Derek Coe; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; her siblings, Vaughn Allen (Nancy), Cheri Dunlop (Chuck), sister-in-law Brenda Allen; and many nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.
She was preceded in death by parents, Ward and Jean Allen, and brothers, Bill and Jim Allen.
Mitzi will be missed more than words can say and remembered with love always.
The funeral service will be held 12 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026, at the La Cygne United Methodist Church. Burial will follow in the Jingo Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, followed by the praying of the Rosary at 7 p.m. at the Schneider Funeral Home, La Cygne Chapel. Memorial contributions are suggested to the charity of your choice. Online condolences can be left at www.schneiderfunerals.com.
OBITUARIES
Charles Leon Hays ~ 08-27-1943 to 08-16-2026
Linn County News Published August 26, 2026 Charles Leon Hays, age 82 of La Cygne, Kan., passed away on Sunday, Aug. 16, 2026. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 29, at the La Cygne Christian Church. Memorial contributions... [More]
Willa Lou Querry ~ 02-25-1931 to 07-25-2026
Linn County News Published August 19, 2026 Willa Lou Querry passed away peacefully on July 25, 2026, at the age of 95. Willa was born on Feb. 25, 1931, in Parker, Kan., to Luther and Elsie (Cornett) Brumley. She grew up in the Parker community and remained deeply... [More]
Ronald Raymond Howard ~ 04-07-1946 to 07-20-2026
Linn County News Published August 19, 2026 Ronald Raymond Howard, age 80 of Pleasanton, Kan., passed away on July 20, 2026, at the Olathe Medical Center. He was born the son of Melvin and Ruth Fischer Howard on April 7, 1946, in Hamburg, Iowa. Ron was an... [More]
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- John Randy Joseph Alan Parker ~ 03-03-1985 to 07-31-2026
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- Helen Marie Clark ~ 03-22-1932 To 07-31-2026
- Norma Lee Pease ~ 07-28-1933 To 07-29-2026
- Linda Jo Hisel ~ 06-28-1960 to 07-23-2026
- Thomas Francis Moylan ~ 08-31-1941 to 07-24-2026
- William Lee “Bill” Anderson ~ 05-08-1942 to 07-21-2026
NEWS
Conditions at Hillsdale Learning Center a concern
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Pleasanton Council approves 10-year bond
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Mound City council discusses properties
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SPORTS
More than Friday Night Lights
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The annual kids’ fishing derby hosted by Don George and Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks (KDWP) took place at the Linn County fairgrounds on the morning of Aug. 8. The fishing derby began at around 8:30 a.m. and ended around 10 a.m. After the derby the kids competed... [More]
Multiple kids qualify for the State Fair at annual pedal pull
The annual pedal pull hosted by Linn County Farm Bureau Association was held at the Linn County fairgrounds on the evening of Aug. 7. Just like in years past the competition was divided by age 4 to 12 with the top three placers in each age group receiving a trophy/medal and... [More]
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- A day of fun and records
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- Annual Pleasanton Catfish Tournament held at Pleasanton East Lake
- Blue Mound Burnout contest held
- Midwest Senior Bull Riding Association comes to Pleasanton
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