Obituaries

Robert W. McGahee

Robert W. McGahee

Feb 27, 2026

Robert W. McGahee, 62, of Topeka, KS entered into eternal rest February 27, 2026. 

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Forrest and Mary E. McGahee, four brothers, Charles E. Peek, Edward L. McGahee, Johnnie T. Williams, and Donald J. McGahee. 

He is survived by sons, Michael Shine and Xavier McGahee; granddaughter, London Shine; brothers, Forrest (Philura) McGahee and Franklin...

Matias Marcos Borjon

Matias Marcos Borjon

Feb 26, 2026

Matias Marcos Borjon, 73, of Topeka, passed away at his home on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

He was born on June 9, 1952, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Matias Barrios and Elsie (McClure) Borjon. He graduated from Topeka High School.Matias was employed by Goodyear, Moore Refuge, and USD 450, where he worked as a custodian and bus driver. He was...

Roger Owen Smith

Roger Owen Smith

Feb 26, 2026

RIP

Roger O. Smith

Washington, Kansas

1951-2026

I am asking for prayers for Tyler and our family. His father passed away peacefully tonight at Cambridge Place in Marysville, KS.

Survivors include son's Tyler Smith, Mike Riley (Christy), daughter Dara Smith (Canan) Phoenix, granddaughter Chase, Washington, Kansas, nieces and nephews

Ashley Weinkauf

Ashley Weinkauf

Feb 23, 2026

Ashley Marie Weinkauf, 33, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away after a long battle with heart failure and addiction.

She was born on May 11, 1992, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Joe Weinkauf and Tina Weinkauf. Ashley grew up in Topeka and later in Scranton, Kansas, where she graduated from Santa Fe Trail High School.

She was many things: a mother, a...

Thomas "Tom" Dale Lehman, Jr

Thomas "Tom" Dale Lehman, Jr

Feb 23, 2026

With profound sorrow, we announce the passing of Thomas “Tom” Dale Lehman Jr., a devoted husband, father, Pappy, son, brother, uncle, friend and coach, who went to be with his Lord and Savior on February 23, 2026. He was 56 years old.

Tom was born on September 7, 1969, in Marion, Ohio. He passed away peacefully at home in Rossville Kansas,...

Amy Linn Samsel

Amy Linn Samsel

Feb 21, 2026

Amy L. Samsel, 62, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Ascension Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, Kansas. Amy was born on March 14, 1963 in Marysville, Kansas. The daughter of Eldon J.and Jeannette A. (Newman) Zimmerman.

Amy attended grade school in Marysville, Blue Rapids, and Manhattan, Kansas. She also attended Riley County High School. Amy worked...

Patricia Lorraine Dugan

Patricia Lorraine Dugan

Feb 17, 2026

Patricia Lorraine Dugan, age 59, passed away on February 17, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on August 30, 1966, in Topeka, Kansas, to Sandra Stroup and William Meredith.

Patricia attended Silver Lake High School and dedicated more than 11 years as kitchen manager at Pauline Central School, where she cared for her community with the same warmth she gave...

Sharon Lea Holmes

Sharon Lea Holmes

Feb 14, 2026

Sharon Lea Holmes, 84, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully at home on February 14, 2026.

Sharon was born on June 28, 1941, in Maple Hill, Kansas, to Darreld and Mabel Sloan. At just 13 years old, she experienced the heartbreaking loss of her mother to cancer. From that young age, Sharon stepped into the role of caregiver for her younger...

Sandra Lee Stroup

Sandra Lee Stroup

Feb 7, 2026

Sandra Stroup

Sandra Stroup 82 of Topeka Ks passed peacefully February 7th, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital. She was born 11-19-1943 in Corpus Christi Tx. She worked for Topeka State Hospital and later retired from Valeo Behavioral Health Center

Sandra is survived by daughters Karen (Robert) Lewis and Patricia Dugan, 7 grandchildren Cristina, Melissa, Jennifer, Alex, Megan, Weston and Jodie and 12...

Tad Roger Estes

Tad Roger Estes

Feb 5, 2026

Tad R. Estes, 86, of Topeka, Ks, passed away February 5th, 2026, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka.Tad was born October 19, 1939, in Topeka, Ks, to L. Keith and Lillian Elizabeth (Larson) Estes. He was the youngest brother to Jim and Jerry, growing up in the Potwin neighborhood of Topeka, Kansas. Tad attended Potwin Elementary, Roosevelt Jr High, Topeka...

Richard Anthony Libertine

Richard Anthony Libertine

Feb 2, 2026

Richard Anthony Libertine, 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away Monday, February 2, 2026.

He was born June 18, 1951, in Milwaukee, WI, the son of Richard and Janet (Larson) Libertine.

Richard served honorably as a nurse in United States Army.

He had ten siblings, six sisters and four brothers.

Richard is survived by a daughter, Janise Tedlock and her husband, Daniel, of St. George,...

Jenny Lee Frank

Jenny Lee Frank

Feb 2, 2026

Jenny Frank passed away peacefully at Midland Hospice in Topeka, KS February 2, 2026.

Jenny lived in Eskridge, KS. She worked several years as a 911 operator and also as a CNA at the Alma Nursing Home.

Jenny is survived by son, Ryan Frank and his three children, Jordan, Hailey, Brody and their mother, Heather Hill. Son, Chris Frank's three children, Mariah,...

Marc Edward Fisher

Marc Edward Fisher

Feb 2, 2026

Marc Edward Fisher, 77 passed February 2, 2026 at KU Med Center surrounded by his family. He was born December 25, 1948 in Topeka, Kansas to Carl A. Fisher and Nellie M. Waetzig Fisher.

Marc was preceded in death by his parents and his son Shannon Lee Fisher. He is survived by his wife Anne Tucker-Casebeer-Fisher, daughter Candice (Roy) Phillips of...

Alan Duane Smith

Alan Duane Smith

Jan 30, 2026

Alan Duane Smith

Jan 30, 2026

Alan D. Smith, 77, of Topeka, passed away Friday, January 30th, 2026. He was born October 2nd, 1948, in Lacrosse, Wisconsin, the son of Waldo and Lottie (Kupp) Smith. Alan grew up with a strong work ethic and a generous spirit. He graduated from Hayden High School in 1966, served in the US Marine Corps Reserve...

Janet Mayree Haines

Janet Mayree Haines

Jan 30, 2026

Janet Mayree Haines, 69, passed away on Friday, January 30, 2026, surrounded by her family.

She was born March 26, 1956, in Hutchinson, KS.

Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Thomas R. Haines and Barbara J. Haines.

She is survived by her children, Janell (Jake) Corrigan and Mayree (Manuel) Gracia; her siblings, Debra (Keith) Hunter and Michael (Terri) Haines; five grandchildren,...

Jeanette Torrance

Jeanette Torrance

Jan 25, 2026

Jeanette Torrance 79, a beloved mother, grandmother, and faithful servant of God, was joyfully welcomed into Heaven on January 25, 2026. She was born on May 26, 1946, in Eureka, Kansas, and grew up in Severy, Kansas, where her roots, faith, and love for community were first formed.

A woman of deep and abiding faith, Jeanette believed in Jesus Christ and...

Normajean J. Bennett

Normajean J. Bennett

Jan 24, 2026

Normajean J (Schonfeldt) Bennett, age 92, of Topeka passed away onSaturday, January 24, 2026 at Brewster Community in Topeka. Normajeanwas born July 27, 1933 in Silver Lake, KS, the daughter of John C.Schonfeldt and Doris Armstrong. She graduated from Seaman High Schoolin 1950. She married Donald D. Bennett, Sept. 9, 1951 in Topeka. Later inlife, Normajean completed her Bachelor degree...

Larry Ronald Myers

Larry Ronald Myers

Jan 23, 2026

Larry “Ron” Myers, age 65, of Topeka and formerly of Columbus, Kansas, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026, after a long illness.

Born on July 7, 1960, in Columbus, Kansas, Ron was the son of Larry G. Myers and Helen(Delmont) Myers. His birth was memorable—he came into this world “butt first,” a sign even then that he was destined to...

Gerrald "Gary" Sleep

Gerrald "Gary" Sleep

Jan 23, 2026

Gerrald "Gary" Sleep, 74, of Topeka, passed away Friday, January 23, 2026, at Midland Hospice House.

He was born January 1, 1952, in Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, the son of Lemuel and Irene (Tibbits) Sleep.

Over the years Gary was employed by Allis-Chalmers, Amarr Garage Doors of Lawrence, Capital Insulation and Smucker’s.

Gary Loved Harley Davidson motorcycles, Eagles and Jack Daniels. His favorite soda...

Michael Anthony Colombo

Michael Anthony Colombo

Jan 23, 2026

Michael Anthony Colombo, 38, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, January 23, 2026 after battling brain cancer. Michael was born August 8, 1987 in Topeka, KS, the son of Dana Renee and Jon (Tony) Anthony Colombo. He was a 2005 graduate of Seaman High School in Topeka, KS.

Michael was recently employed by Cabinetry and Millworks and FedEx in Topeka....

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