Gwendolyn J. Aronson, Age: 64
Jun 01, 1962---Aug 22, 2026

Following complications from a grueling seven-week battle with stage IV colon cancer and surrounded by her loved ones, Gwendolyn J. Aronson, of Lenexa, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 22, 2026 at the age of 64.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Porter Funeral Home,
8535 Monrovia Street, Lenexa, Kansas 66215.
Burial will follow immediately at the nearby Resurrection Cemetery, located at 83rd & Quivira Road.
A Celebration of Life event will be held at the Overland Park Arboretum & Botanical Gardens from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. in her honor.
Requested Attire: Casual, Colorful and Comfortable (Just Like Gwen)

Born on June 1, 1962, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Gwen spent most of her life in the Kansas City area.
For 35 years, she devoted herself to helping others as a massage therapist bringing comfort, care, and compassion to her clients, co-workers and community. She will be remembered most for the dedication, love, and joy she brought into the lives of all who knew and loved her.

She will be deeply missed and forever cherished!

Gwen is survived by her husband, Craig Aronson; son, Jared Aronson; daughter, Rachel (DaRhon) Thomas; mother, Shirley (the late Glen) Wilcox ; and her brother, Ronald Wilcox. She also leaves behind her beloved grandchildren, Aubrey and Levi Thomas and Brady Aronson, as well as a large extended family and many dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, meals or other charitable organization donations,
Please support the family by contributing to the Gwen Aronson Family Memorial Fund.

Contributions can be made by utilizing the QR code below:


Condolences

Chris and Jennifer Nickols Aug 25, 2026

There are not many people in this world who can truly say they made a lasting impact on the lives of others. Gwen was someone who did just that. Not only did she provide a service that brought healing to so many, but she also had a genuine way of making people feel cared for. When you talked with Gwen, you could feel her compassion and how deeply concerned she was for the people around her. Gwen will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences go out to her family, friends, and everyone whose life she touched.

Allison Block Aug 25, 2026

I’m so sorry. Gwen was a much-loved member of my yoga classes for the past 4 or 5 years. I will miss seeing her. Much sympathy to you all.

Services

Event:
Funeral Service
Location:
Porter Funeral Home
Address:
8535 Monrovia Street
City:
Lenexa
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66215
Date:
Aug 27, 2026
Time:
1:00 PM
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