Louise Brown Rogers
Dec 23, 2025
Louise Brown Rogers was born at home in Tulsa, Oklahoma on June 28, 1926, and passed away at the Gardens of Aldersgate in Topeka, Kansas on December 23, 2025, at 99 ½ years under the care of Prairie Wind Hospice.
After graduating from High School in Sperry, Oklahoma, she was married to Willie Rogers on January 10, 1947, for 70 years...
Shirley Ann (Frost) Shay
Dec 12, 2025
Shirley Ann (Frost) Shay, 85, of Topeka, KS, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025, at Good Shepherd Hospice House, Manhattan, KS.
She was born May 11, 1940, in Lecompton, KS, the daughter of James and Eva (Schloetzer) Frost. Shirley married Geroge F. Shay on April 9, 1960. He preceded her in death on September 25, 2018. Shirley is survived by four...
Michael Shawn Donald
Dec 12, 2025
Michael Shawn Donald, known to family and friends as Shawn, departed this world on December 12, 2025.
Michael was born on August 17, 1970, in Topeka, Kansas, to Michael and Pamela Donald (Dennis-Moore).
Shawn was preceded in death by his father, Michael Donald, and his son, Michael Donald.
He is survived by his...
Leia Raine Faith Austin
Dec 10, 2025
Leia Raine Faith Austin passed away December 10, 2025 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Leia was born February 12, 1997 to Manda Finney and JoJo Austin in Topeka, Kansas.
Leia is proceeded in death by her mother, Manda, grandmother Margaret Mast, great grandmother Viola Edgeworth, great grandfather Kyle Wier, and her lovable uncle Eddie.
She is...
Fred Olan “F.O.” Dice
Dec 9, 2025
Fred Olan "F.O." Dice, 77, of Emporia, Kansas, died peacefully in the early morning hours of December 9, 2025, surrounded by family and love. True to his own storytelling style, Fred often joked that he had been a "groundbreaking" obituary writer in his early newspaper days—insisting on simply stating that someone died rather than using flowery euphemisms. In his...
William Jones
Dec 8, 2025
Celebration of Life
William Jones
Sunrise Feb 29, 1956
Sunset December 8, 2025
William was born in Nurnberg Germany and later traveled to many places with his parents Othel Jones and Johanna Jones.
William loved music! He learned to play the guitar at an early age and as a...
Michael Eugene Boos
Dec 8, 2025
Michael Eugene Boos, affectionately known as Mike to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas, where he was also born on March 21, 1949. Mike's life was marked by his enduring sense of humor, his adventurous spirit, and his remarkable handiness, traits that endeared him to all who had...
Linda Rae Franklin
Dec 7, 2025
Linda Rae Franklin, a beacon of love and generosity, passed away peacefully in Topeka, Kansas, on December 7, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on June 14, 1949, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, Linda's life was characterized by her spirited nature and an unwavering commitment to her family and community.
Linda's life journey took her from the...
Stanley Paul Thompson
Dec 5, 2025
Stanley Paul Thompson was born on May 7, 1939, son of Walter T. "Ted" Thompson and Carabelle Hitchings Thompson. He was born in the old Stormont Hospital in Potwin. Stan died December 5, 2025 while he and Julie were listening to Christmas music. Stan was surrounded by his sons and their families plus many close friends during his last...
Jesse Daniel Smith
Dec 4, 2025
Jesse Daniel Smith, (AKA: Brother, Beaner, JD, The Lippy Hippie, Son, and Rudy) passed away December 4, 2025.
Although our hearts are broken, we can't stop telling stories about his antics and orneriness. Everyone has a 'Jesse' story. Among those that will miss him immeasurably are his parents and stepparents (Maxine, Kenny, Charlie and Vicky), daughter (Payton),...
William Lee Peek
Dec 2, 2025
William Lee Peek, known affectionately to all as WILLIAM, passed away on December 2, 2025, at the age of 56, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 10, 1969, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Lois J. Gorage and William E Peek, WILLIAM was a beacon of strength and joy throughout his life, leaving an indelible mark on...
Josephine Lorraine Spatz
Dec 2, 2025
Josephine Lorraine Spatz, 95, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2025, at Cedarhurst of Topeka. Jo was born August 25, 1930, in Lebo, Kansas to Francis Eugene and Bertha Ercilla (Cartmell) Thorne. She was the youngest of nine children born to Francis and Bertha. Seven brothers – Nelson Eugene, Glen Evan, Russell Lowell, Alton Norman, Kenneth Duane, Dale Owen,...
Ronald W. Ryland
Dec 2, 2025
Ronald W. Ryland was born in Clay Center, KS June 22, 1940, passed away December 2, 2025 at the age of 85.
Ron was preceded in death by his wife Joyce, both parents Orville and Hazel M. Ryland, and sister Darlyne Green.
In his lifetime Ron was enlisted in the Air Force, owned his own...
Helen Ann (Stout) Lamoureux
Nov 30, 2025
Helen Ann (Stout) Lamoureux of Emporia passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones, at Newman Regional Hospital in Emporia on Sunday, November 30, 2025. She was 96.
Helen was born on August 12, 1929, in a farmhouse across from the historic Santa Fe Trail Havana Stagecoach Station near Burlingame, Kansas, to Henson Rozell Stout and Marjorie (Lucille)...
Mary Jane Trulove-Heacock
Nov 29, 2025
Mary Jane Trulove Heacock, a cherished soul left this world for her heavenly home on November 29, 2025, at Midland Hospice House, following a massive stroke.
Mom was born on February 13, 1932, in Topeka, KS, to Rufus W. and Georgia F. Gurtler-Trulove the youngest of 5 children. Mom's life was a tapestry of love, faith, and...
Patricia S. Palmer
Nov 28, 2025
Patricia S. Palmer passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025 at her home in Topeka, Kansas with her husband, Donald, nearby.
She was born on March 15, 1944 in Mt. Gilead, Ohio, the daughter of George Robert (G.R.) and Hazel (Bowman) Blose. After graduating from Mount Gilead High School, Pat married Donald G. Palmer on June 21,...
Danielle Nichelle Cox
Nov 27, 2025
Danielle Nichelle Cox, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, in her hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Born on March 4, 1995, to Sharon Fickel and Donald Cox, Danielle's vibrant spirit and infectious humor were a gift to all who knew her. She lived her thirty years to the fullest, leaving an indelible mark...
Lawrence William “Larry” Irwin
Nov 26, 2025
LAWRENCE WILLIAM "LARRY" IRWIN
(affectionately known as Bud by his family)
Lawrence William "Larry" Irwin, of St. Marys, Kansas, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025, at Onaga Health and Rehab in Onaga, Kansas. He was 70.
Born December 20, 1954, in Pratt, Kansas, to Lawrence and Darlene Irwin. Larry grew up in...
Melvin D. Embrey
Nov 24, 2025
Melvin D. Embrey joined beloved family and friends in God's care on Monday, November 24, 2025, in Lawrence, Kansas. He was born on November 30, 1937, in Stella, Missouri, to Herman and Pearl (Argabright) Embrey.
Melvin graduated from Fairview High School in 1955 and moved to Wichita, where he worked as a machinist at Boeing from 1956...
Jason Lloyd Daniel Hodison
Nov 23, 2025
Jason Lloyd Daniel Hodison, 46, passed away peacefully on November 23, 2025. He was born on July 22, 1979, and leaves behind a legacy of love, humor, and unforgettable memories.
Jason is survived by his beloved son, Cailan Hodison, age 12, of Topeka, Kansas—his greatest joy and proudest accomplishment. He is also survived by his mother, Joyce...
