Joseph Clancey Lawless

Joseph Clancey Lawless, 53, died January 24, 2021, due to complications from a stroke.
He was born on January 3, 1968, in Emporia Kansas to James P. “Pat” Lawless and Phyllis Ann “Steen” Lawless. He graduated from Osage City High School in 1986.

His survivors include his children Cayla Erinn Lawless, Kelsey Jo Lawless-Smelser., Patrick Brennan Lawless, his mother Phyllis Lawless, and his brothers Patrick and Kelly Lawless.

He was employed as a master carpenter. In his pastime he enjoyed hunting and fishing, watching KU basketball, and spending time with his kids.

He was preceded in death by his father Pat Lawless.

Due to COVID-19, private family services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to St. Patrick’s Church in Osage City and sent in care of VanArsdale Funeral Chapel, 107 N. Sixth, Osage City, Kansas 66523. Condolences may be express at Vanarsdalefs.com.