LEAVENWORTH COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY
About Us
Mission Statement
Our mission is to support Republican candidates elected by the voters and to encourage capable citizens to seek local office. We strengthen the Republican Party in Leavenworth County by representing our constituents’ priorities, expanding party participation, and building a durable grassroots organization. Through training and accountability, we develop effective precinct leadership and prepare the next generation of Republicans for responsibility and leadership.
Chairman's Vision
The Leavenworth County Republican Party provides a principled, respectful venue where candidates and constituents can meet, exchange ideas, and engage on issues that affect our community. We are committed to open dialogue, informed debate, and civic participation grounded in mutual respect, integrity, and accountability.
Chance to Meet
Opportunities to meet and visit with Local, State and Federal Republican Elected Officials.
Get Connected
Our group is growing, and there’s always room for more voices.
Join us for lively discussions, shared meals, and informative topic presentations.
SHARE A LITTLE BIT 'O LUCK ON ST. PATRICK'S DAY
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
LEAVENWORTH CITY
ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARADE
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026 (10:15 a.m.)
Walk with the GOP/or ride on our float for the
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Meet at public the parking lot across
from 117 Cherokee Street
POC is Shelly Cannon: shellycannon2015@gmail.com or 913.909.0276
CHAIR
Gerard J. Overbey
Jerry is a lifelong Kansan from Topeka, a patriot, and conservative with 24 years of service to the Nation in the Army. Jerry has two deployments to Afghanistan and one to Iraq culminating his service at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas.
He was inspired to serve his community watching the onslaught of attacks on our constitutional freedoms and liberties. Jerry is a pro-life and second amendment advocate. He is for educational reform and border security. Jerry and his wife Karen have five children together.
VICE CHAIR
Susan Stieben
Susan Stieben is the Vice Chair of the Leavenworth County Republican Party. She contributes to the organizational structure of the local party and helps support communication and participation within the broader Republican network and also participates in community‑focused GOP events.
Beyond her political involvement, Susan has a professional background in medical and clinical research and has worked with the Sarah Cannon Research Institute in the Kansas City region. She has additionally demonstrated a commitment to public service through her candidacy for an at‑large seat on the Tonganoxie Unified School District 464 school board in the 2023 and 2025 general election.
Her experience in healthcare, education issues, and local Republican engagement reflects her dedication to serving her community and supporting strong, principled leadership.
Secretary
Dani Redmon
Dani serves as the Secretary of the Leavenworth County Republican Party. She has been an active member of the Leavenworth community since 2021, earning recognition for her professionalism, leadership, and positive impact on those around her.
She honorably retired from the United States Army in 2023 after a 28‑year career marked by dedication, sacrifice, and a steadfast commitment to serving the Nation.
Her continued involvement in local initiatives reflects the same spirit of service she demonstrated throughout her military career; she remains a strong, valued presence in Leavenworth County and for the Republican Party.
Treasurer
Linda Scheer
Linda Scheer serves as the Leavenworth County Republican Party Treasurer. She has served Leavenworth County with distinction through her long tenure as County Clerk and later as Assistant County Clerk, earning a reputation for accuracy, transparency, and dependable public service.
Including more than three decades supporting operations within the Leavenworth County Clerk’s Office, Linda gives her time generously to community initiatives. She supports numerous local organizations through volunteerism, graciously sharing her skills and time in ways that reflect her commitment to strong, service‑minded community leadership.
A Message on Freedom
President Reagan
"Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. It is not ours by way of inheritance; it must be fought for and defended constantly by each generation, for it comes only once to a people. Those who have known freedom, and then lost it, have never known it again."