Catherine Joyce Combs
Jul 26, 2026
Catherine Joyce "Cathy" Combs (Oberle), 73, passed away on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
Cathy was born on June 14, 1953, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Leonard and Audrie Oberle, who preceded her in death. She spent most of her life in Dodge City, a place she proudly called home, before relocating to Topeka, Kansas, in recent months to be closer to...
Debra Elaine Beach
Jul 26, 2026
Debra Elaine Beach, 73, passed away on July 26, 2026, following a battle with cancer.
Born on January 24, 1953, to Ivan and Viola (Koci) Beach, Debra spent her formative years growing up in Silver Lake, Kansas. She moved during high school and ultimately graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 1971.
A natural caregiver with a drive for learning, Debra earned...
Norma Jean Buckridge
Jul 24, 2026
Norma Jean Buckridge, 75, of Junction City, KS, passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.
She was born on May 9, 1951, in Council Grove, KS the daughter of George and Marjorie Stone. She lived a great deal of her life in Council Grove and always considered it home.
She married Junior Choate in...
Terry Wayne Kirk
Jul 24, 2026
Terry Wayne Kirk, passed away on July 24th, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born March 9th, 1954, he was the oldest child of Robert "Bob" Kirk and Norma Faye "Spurgin" Kirk. Growing up with 6 sisters and a baby brother, Terry spent a lot of time trying to find some peace and quiet. Which likely explains his love of...
Lisa Marie Kisner
Jul 22, 2026
Lisa Marie Kisner, 45, passed away on July 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of those whose lives she touched. She was born on October 23, 1980, in Topeka, Kansas, to Dean and Linda (Brown) Kisner.
Lisa lived a life filled with love for her family, a vibrant sense of style, and a joyful spirit that will be deeply missed by...
Mickey V. Wodke
Jul 19, 2026
Mickey V. Wodke, age 73, of Salina, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2026. Born in Lawrence, Kansas, Mick lived a life filled with love for his family and friends. He will be remembered for his kindness, love of music, and his exceptional talent on the guitar.
Mick is survived by his wife, Karen; his children, Haylie (and...
Dale William Crisswell
Jul 17, 2026
Dale Crisswell, 83, passed away on July 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, kindness, and devotion to his family and the Lord. While his family grieves his passing, they also rejoice in knowing that he is now in the presence of the Savior he faithfully served throughout his life.
Dale was born on November 8, 1942, and throughout...
Michael Joseph Stang
Jul 16, 2026
Michael Joseph Stang passed away peacefully at his home on July 16, 2026, at the age of 57. He was born on December 5, 1968, in Topeka, Kansas. Michael was a hardworking man known for his incredible strength, quiet generosity, and deep love for his family. Though his strong presence could seem intimidating at first, those who knew him best...
Thomasa "Tomi" Ann Morford
Jul 13, 2026
Thomasa “Tomi” Ann Morford, 77, of Rossville, Kansas, passed away on July 13, 2026, in Topeka, Kansas.
Tomi was born on January 24, 1949, to Dennis and Delores Farrell. She grew up in the St. Mary’s and Rossville communities and graduated from St. Mary's High School in 1967. Those who knew Tomi recognized her independent spirit early in life, a trait...
Ronald "Ron" Dene Druse
Jul 13, 2026
Ronald "Ron" Dene Druse, 83, of Topeka, KS, passed away Monday, July 13, 2026, at his home.
He was born March 13, 1943, in Hillsboro, KS the son of Charles and Palma (Young) Druse.
Ron married Judith "Judy" Ann Hunt of March 26, 1973, in Gladstone, MO. She survives of the home. He was loved by many friends and family.
Cremation has taken...
Harold Marvin Eldridge
Jul 11, 2026
Harold Marvin Eldridge, 82, of Topeka, KS passed away on July 11, 2026.
Harold was born on February 14, 1944 in Willard, KS, son of Lynn Boyd and Virgie (Keeton) Eldridge. He graduated from Washburn Rural High School. Harold was a carpenter by trade and owned his own construction company where he built custom homes and did remodeling. Prior to this,...
Bruce Charles Harrington
Jul 9, 2026
Bruce Charles Harrington, 83, made his grand exit on July 9th, 2026, surrounded by love in his Topeka home. He was born on May 26th, 1943 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Charles Herbert Harrington and Cecelia Antoinette Illosvay. He was soon joined by little sister Patti.
He graduated from Hayden High School and Washburn Law School. He worked for many...
Sandra Kay Covert (Curtis)
Jul 9, 2026
Sandra Kay Covert (Curtis)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Sandra Kay Covert (Curtis), a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. After a courageous battle with cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), Sandy passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, in Baldwin City, Kansas, on July 9, 2026, at the age of 56.
Born on...
William E. Carney
Jul 7, 2026
William E. Carney, 89, was born on November 8, 1936, in Urich, Missouri, and passed away on July 7, 2026, in Topeka, Kansas.
William and his loving wife, Geraldine (Jerrie) Blankenship Carney, recently celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary.
He is survived by Geraldine and his two children, Douglas L. Carney and Kimberly J. Carney, and their families.
He had a lifelong passion for...
Jacqueline Sue Salsbury
Jul 6, 2026
Jacqueline Sue Salsbury, 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away Monday, July 6, 2026, at the House at Midland Care.
She was born May 5, 1944, in Jefferson City, MO, the daughter of Vernon and Helen (Bratton) Minshall.
Jacqueline was the Registrar for the School of Psychiatry at The Menninger Foundation for 25 years. Upon her departure from Menninger’s she started her own...
Linda Ann Turner
Jul 6, 2026
Linda Ann Turner, 78, passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s on July 6, 2026 in Winchester, Kansas with her oldest daughter at her side.
Linda was born on September 11,1947 in Fresno, California to John Lee and Irene Pearlie Bussey and spent many of her formative childhood years growing up in Texas.
She married Thomas Brower in 1966, and they...
Johnathon Allen Levi Stephens
Jul 2, 2026
Johnathon Allen Levi Stephens, 38, of Strong City, Kansas passed away on Thursday, July 2nd, 2026 at home with his wife by his side.
Levi was born February 15th, 1988, in Joplin, Missouri to Floyd Stephens and Agnes VanLuven. He graduated high school from Dewey, Oklahoma and went on to graduate with an associate's degree in welding from Coffeyville Community College.
Levi...
Shirley Ann Knight
Jul 1, 2026
In Loving Memory of Shirley Ann Knight
Shirley Ann Knight, 68, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on July 1, 2026.
Shirley was a hardworking and caring woman whose kindness and dedication touched the lives of those who knew and loved her. She will be remembered for her strength, compassion, and the love she shared with her family.
She was preceded in death by...
Jerry R. Liccardi
Jun 29, 2026
Jerry Liccardi, 75, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2026, with family by his side.
Born on October 21, 1950, in Junction City, Kansas, to Howard and Edna Liccardi, Jerry was raised in Chapman and graduated from Chapman High School. He later earned a degree in Graphic Design from Salina VoTech, beginning a creative career as a graphic designer and art...
William Lawrence "Bill" Ervin
Jun 26, 2026
William Lawrence (Bill) Ervin, passed away on June 26, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born on October 4, 1939, to Lawrence and Euvela Ervin in Conway Springs, KS, and spent all the years of his youth in South Haven, KS, graduating high school in 1957. On June 5, 1959, Bill married his high school sweetheart, Marilyn Kay Hunt...
