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Linus Orth Obituary

Linus Ray Orth

Linus Ray Orth, 60, passed away July 8, 2015 surrounded by family. The rosary will be prayed at 12:30 pm, Monday, July 13, 2015 at Holy Name Catholic Church, Bushton, KS, followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at Holy Name Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 18 from 2-6 pm at Irene B. French Community Center, Hocker Grove Room, 5701 Merriam Drive, Merriam, KS. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions to the Roeland Park Community Foundation in Linus' memory, or to a charity of the donor's choice.

Linus was born February 26, 1955 in Ellinwood, KS to Felix and Barbara (Oberle) Orth. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Kansas and a Masters degree in Public Administration from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He most recently owned and operated a rental property business in Bushton, KS.

Linus was preceded in death by his father. Survivors include his wife, Judy (Jarsulic) Orth; son, Linus Paul Orth; daughter, Laura Diane Orth; mother, Barbara Orth; siblings, Lois Orth-Lopes and husband Steve Lopes, Lea Orth and husband Alan Storck, Vincent Orth and wife Dee, Loren Orth and Susan Siemer, Mark Orth and wife Jill, Sheila Orth, Nilus Orth and wife Valerie, Carmen Orth-Alfie and husband Sebastian Alfie, and Fabian Orth and wife Jennifer.

Linus had many interests including lively intellectual discussions, playing games, and the Kansas Jayhawks. He was a lifelong teacher beginning with his siblings, then as a corporate trainer, youth soccer coach and associate faculty member at Barton Community College. A proud resident of Roeland Park, Linus served on the City Council for 8 years and in other volunteer positions.

Linus loved spending time with friends and family and his beloved cat, Spike.

Arrangs: Skradski Funeral Home, KC,KS 913-371-1404 www.skradskfh-kc.com

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jul. 13, 2015.

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Carolyn "Carla" Kadlec Flynn

August 13, 2015

Judy, I'm so sorry for your loss! You may not remember me from college; we lived on the same floor at Ellsworth Hall. Your name came to mind today and I discovered this sad news. My heart goes out to you, old friend. I pray you will find peace in your memories.

July 19, 2015

Judy and family, I was so saddened to hear about Linus. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Karen Daugherty

Lea Orth

July 17, 2015

Judy, Paul and Laura -
thoughts and prayers with you

Steve Mathews

July 14, 2015

I am very sorry to hear of Linus' passing. My condolences to Judy and her children and the Orth family.

Mo Turnis

July 13, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you sorry we couldn't make it back to bushton today .

July 13, 2015

Dear Lois & Steve and Carmen & Sebastian, We are saddened to learn about the loss of Linus, and our thoughts are with each of you and your entire family as you grieve. Although we have not met her please know that we hold an especially dear place in our hearts for your mother. Blessings to each of you as you travel along this path.
Fondly, Beth Ann & George Bittlingmayer

Linda Mau

July 12, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Linus. My prayers and sincere condolences to the family. May the grace and mercy of peace and comfort be with you all.

Gretchen Neuman

July 11, 2015

My condolences to the entire Orth clan.

July 11, 2015

Im so sorry for your loss, it was an honor spending time with your beautiful family. Warmest Regards- Shannon Orth Wilson

July 11, 2015

Our thoughts are with you, Roy Orth and family

Mary Hertsch

July 11, 2015

Thinking of you and praying for you and for Linus. Peace always.

July 11, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kelly McClendon

Jodi Lang

July 10, 2015

My hear-felt love and prayers are with you all at this time. May peace of heart fill your spirit knowing Linus is held in Our Father's embrace.

Keela Riedel

July 10, 2015

My thoughts and prayers of comfort are with all of you.

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Memorial Events
for Linus Orth

Jul

13

Rosary

12:30 p.m.

Holy Name Catholic Church

Bushton, KS

Jul

13

Mass of Christian Burial

1:00 p.m.

Holy Name Catholic Church

Bushton, KS

Jul

13

Interment

Holy Name Cemetery

KS

Jul

18

Celebration of Life

2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Irene B. French Community Center, Hocker Grove Room

5701 Merriam Drive, Merriam, KS

Funeral services provided by:

Skradski Funeral Home - Kansas City

340 N 6th St, Kansas City, KS 66101

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