Kathryn Lancellotti, 94, of Olathe, Kansas, formerly of Ft. Scott, Kansas died at 12:35 P.M. Monday, July 21, 2025 at Hoeger House at Olathe, Kansas.
Mrs. Lancellotti was born December 7, 1930 at Camp 50 the daughter of Joe and Cloinde Selle Palazzari. Kathryn was a retired school teacher at Eugene Ware Grade School in Ft. Scott, Kansas where she worked until retirement. She was raised at Camp 50 and graduated from Arma High School. She later attended Kansas State Teachers College, now Pittsburg State University, and received a degree in elementary education. She moved to Ft. Scott in 1963 and later moved to Olathe in June 2024 to be near family. She married John Lancellotti on May 12, 1951 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Arma. Survivors include her husband John Lancellotti of Olathe, a son, Greg (Sandra) Lancellotti of Spring Hill, Kansas, a son-in-law, Richard Elliott of Haysville, Kansas, five grandchildren and their spouses, and nine great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter, Cindy Elliott, and two sisters, Ann Dolanc and Josephine Timi.
Mrs. Lancellotti has been cremated according to her wishes. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 A.M. Saturday, July 26, 2025 at the Bedene Funeral Home at Arma, Kansas. The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 A.M. Saturday prior to the services at 11 A.M. Burial of the cremains will be at the Pittsburg Garden of Memories following the services. The family suggests memorials to the Miners Hall Museum at Franklin, Kansas. Donations may be sent to or left at the Bedene Funeral Home, 517 E. Washington, Box 621, Arma, Kansas 66712.
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Byron & Linda Wosel says
July 23, 2025 at 11:17 pmSo sad to hear of this. Her and John being so close to Mom and Dad, she was like an Aunt. Thoughts and prayers to the family. She will make heaven a better place.
Joy and Barry Rons says
July 24, 2025 at 12:42 amHeaven has another angel. She was one of the sweetest people we ever met. Prayers to her family. So sorry for your loss.
Johnny and Mary Warrick says
July 24, 2025 at 5:17 pmMay her soul and all the souls of the faithful departed through the mercy of Christ rest in peace. Amen
Doug and Gayleen Pigretti says
July 25, 2025 at 12:58 pmOur hearts are saddened with the news of her passing. My mom and Kathryn were like sisters and often mistaken as sisters by strangers at the polka dances. Kathryn was such a joy, always smiling and bring laughter to the room. She will be missed on earth but is now with the her many friends and family members in heaven. Our condolences to the family.
Mike doue says
July 29, 2025 at 3:54 pmKathryn always had a smile and a sparkle in her eyes that lit up any room. She was a sweet lady and fun to be with causing much laughter from those around her. Although we are saddened by her passing, I’m sure many of those happy memories will keep her alive and with us. My condolences to John and family. Rest in Peace, Kathryn.
Rhonda Dunn says
July 29, 2025 at 10:32 pmMrs. Lancellotti was my 4th Grade teacher and I have nothing but good memories of her. I was blessed to get to thank her a few years ago for teaching me long division! She was the same funny, sweet lady that taught us so much. She is missed!
Megan says
July 30, 2025 at 2:08 amTo the Family of Mrs. Kathryn Lancellotti,
Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of such a remarkable woman. Mrs. Lancellotti was my third-grade teacher at Eugene Ware, and to this day, I carry the warmth, kindness, and grace she brought into our classroom.
She had that rare gift of making each child feel seen, safe, and capable. I remember thinking she was perfect—always smiling, always encouraging, always gentle. Her presence shaped not only how we learned, but how we believed in ourselves.
I later learned that she was of Italian descent, and now—many years later—I find myself living in Italy. It brings me an even deeper appreciation for the quiet strength, deep values, and joy she brought into the world. She embodied so much of what I’ve come to love about this culture: generosity, dignity, and heart.
Thank you for sharing her with all of us lucky enough to be her students. Her legacy lives on in countless hearts.
With gratitude and sympathy,
Megan