May 8, 2025

She really was an incredible person - She took me down Haight Street in San Francisco in the 60's, like it was no big deal. We rode a cable car with Loren Green of Bonanza, the most popular television show of it's time.  At the Bing Crosby Open Golf Tournament, she stalked Clint Eastwood, Doug McClure, James Garner and...

May 7, 2025

Glenn Lewis "Butch" Packer, 72, was discovered deceased at his home on May 7, 2025.

He was born January 30, 1953, the first born to Glenn "Sonny" and Sylvia Hutchison Packer.

He graduated from, Highland Park High School and Platt College. He worked various jobs in Topeka, including Goodyear, Southwest Publishing and, most recently, Walmart....

May 6, 2025

Sharon Rae Steinkuehler, a cherished presence in the Emporia community, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 6, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on January 16, 1955, in Emporia, Kansas, Sharon was a lifelong resident of the town she loved, and she left this world in the same comforting surroundings.

Sharon was the beloved...

May 5, 2025

Rex Douglas "Doug" Davenport

John Lee Hooker

February 24, 1949 - May 5, 2025

Rex "Doug" Davenport, or John Lee Hooker as he was known to most, passed away Monday, May 5th early in the morning. A fitting time for a man who was always a very early bird. A beloved radio broadcaster...

May 4, 2025

Travis Lee Edwards, 47, of Kechi, KS passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

He was born on May 24, 1977, in Clay County Missouri, to Wilbur H. & Grace E. (Metcalfe) Edwards.

Travis attended Emporia schools, also attended & graduated Lebo High School Class of 1997.

Travis worked many years at Dustrol...

May 4, 2025

ROSALIE MAE (MCCLARAN) RIDGEWAY, 86, TOPEKA, KS, PASSED AWAY PEACEFULLY SURROUNDED BY FAMILY ON SUNDAY, MAY 4, 2025, AT ALDERSGATE VILLAGE. SHE WAS BORN MAY 7, 1938, IN DALTON, SOUTH DAKOTA, THE DAUGHTER OF LEROY AND MARY ELIZABETH (MESIGH) McCLARAN.

ALTHOUGH BORN IN SOUTH DAKOTA, SHE LIVED IN EFFINGHAM, KS, DURING HER EARLY CHILDHOOD. SHE MOVED TO...

May 3, 2025

David Brookens, a man of profound faith and love, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025. Born on April 28, 1966, David's life was a testament to the power of courage, the depth of love, and the strength of conviction.

Raised in Topeka, David was a proud graduate of Topeka West High School.

He was...

May 3, 2025

Charles Russell Middaugh was born July 13, 1947 and passed on May 3, 2025. A celebration of his life is planned for August 23 in Lawrence, Kansas. For information about the celebration, please email infoaboutruss@gmail.com.

Russ's siblings wrote an obituary focused more on his personal life, while his friend and colleague wrote a version for Kansas University....

May 2, 2025

Ravae Murdock, 79 of Silver Lake, KS sadly left our world May 2, 2025.

She was born to Albert and Leota Kuenzi on December 13, 1945 and grew up in Bern Ks. She graduated Bern High School in 1963. She married Ray Murdock, April 4, 1965 who had been a life long friend since early childhood. He...

May 2, 2025

Lavern Wendall Abney, also known as "Dutch," passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025, at the age of 89, due to heart failure. Born on December 10, 1935, in Paola, Kansas, Dutch was a man whose laughter and kindness touched the hearts of many throughout his life. He drew his last breath in Topeka, KS, surrounded by the love...

May 2, 2025

Janet Lucy Ferguson Wills, age 82 left this earth peacefully on Friday, May 2nd, 2025 at Midland Hospice House after a short battle with cancer surrounded by family and dear friends. She was given birth on March 5, 1943 in Scandia, KS to C.V. "Bus" Ferguson & Matilda McDowell Ferguson. She was united in marriage to Arthur "Gus" Wills...

Apr 28, 2025

Sharon Sue Cansler Hill, known affectionately as Sharon to her family and friends, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, at the age of 70, due to an aortic aneurysm in Topeka, Kansas. Born on July 21, 1954, in Kansas City, Kansas, Sharon was a beacon of love and kindness throughout her life.

Sharon's early years were...

Apr 28, 2025

James F. Hood, known to everyone as Jim, passed away at The House at Midland Care in Topeka on April 28, 2025. He was born July 13, 1941, in Baraboo, WI, the son of Charles M. and Pauline B. Hood.

Jim did life his way. Never mind the rules or reading the directions. His greatest gifts were...

Apr 23, 2025

William D. Pitman, Jr., known affectionately as Bill, passed away peacefully at his home in Osage City, KS, on April 23, 2025, following complications from a stroke. Born on March 18, 1948, in Holton, KS, Bill's life was a tapestry of laughter, love, and dedication to his family and friends.

Bill spent his early years in the...

Apr 19, 2025

Timothy Francis Degginger, age 78, after 'raging against the dying of the light', finally went 'gently into that good night' on Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Tim was a man of many talents and intellectual pursuits and will be well remembered for his intelligent and pithy conversations and his quickness to a laugh. He was well-read and sincerely...

Apr 18, 2025

Zacharia Bedford Bowers, known affectionately as Zach to his friends and loved ones, lived a life that exemplified passion, kindness, and an undeniable zest for life. Born on June 29, 1988, in Topeka, Kansas, Zach breathed his last in the very city that witnessed his first cry on April 18, 2025. Despite the mystery surrounding his untimely departure, his...

Apr 17, 2025

Mark David Quiett, known as Mark by those who knew him best, passed away on April 17, 2025, at the age of 62 in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas.

Born on November 11, 1962, Mark spent his entire life as a cherished member of the Topeka community, leaving behind a legacy of warmth and kindness that will...

Apr 16, 2025

Jerry L Calvert, 62, of Topeka, KS, passed away surrounded by his family on April 16, 2025.

He was born January 1, 1963, in Kansas City, KS to Delbert and Juanita (Duncan) Calvert. He graduated from Gardner High School in 1982. Shortly after high school, he moved to Tucson, AZ for a brief time. After returning to...

Apr 15, 2025

Vanessa Goldasich Kramer formally of Carlinville left this world on April 15, 2025, in Rossville, Kansas, and was welcomed into the arms of her Savior. At long last, she heard the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant."

Vanessa was born on March 8, 1957, at St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield. She graduated from Litchfield High School...

Apr 15, 2025

Anna Elizabeth Williams, 73, of Topeka, KS, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at the House at Midland Care.

She was born September 15, 1951 in Topeka, KS, the daughter of James and Ann (Liston) Owens.

Anna worked in Customer Service at Blue Cross and Blue Shield retiring several years ago.

She is...