Editor's note: Read a full feature on Kavanaugh at https://warrensburgstarjournal.com/stories/johnson-county-commissioners-reflect-on-kavanaughs-legacy,78895.
WARRENSBURG – A Johnson County Commissioner died over the weekend.
Western District County Commissioner Charlie Kavanaugh died unexpectedly on Saturday, June 13.
Kavanaugh was elected as the Western Commissioner in 2016 before his re-elections in 2020 and 2024. Kavanaugh was in the middle of his third term when he passed.
“Charlie was a dedicated public servant to the residents of Johnson County, serving as Western Commissioner since January 1, 2017,” the Johnson County Commission said in a statement. “During his time as commissioner, Charlie was an integral part of improving the county’s financial and economic standing, paying off the lease purchase of the Johnson County Justice Center earlier than expected, reducing the county property tax levies and improving the safety of the county roads and bridges while maintaining a balanced budget.”
According to the Williams Funeral Chapel, a Celebration of Life gathering will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 27, at the funeral home on 1400 S. Maguire St.
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