Obituaries
Lori J. Arbaiza
Apr 15, 2025
Lori J. Arbaiza passed away peacefully on April 15th, 2025, leaving behind a life marked by resilience and a deep appreciation of the beauty of the natural world. She was the proud mother of two sons, Matt Arbaiza (Stephanie) and Josh Arbaiza, and the adoring grandmother of Mason Arbaiza—her greatest source of joy in recent years. She is survived...
John Clayton Riley
Apr 13, 2025
John Clayton Riley, born on February 1, 1944, in Indianola, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully in his home in Topeka, Kansas, on April 13.
John was a man who found joy in life's simple pleasures; playing pool, mowing yards, and his love for tractors, trucks, and Corvettes. Above all, he cherished his time with his grandchildren.
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Bradley Jay "Bj" Foster
Apr 12, 2025
Bradley Jay Foster, affectionately known as "BJ," passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at the age of 57. A lifelong resident of Topeka, Kansas, BJ was born on March 28, 1968, to Linda Foster and Donn Foster.
BJ was a proud graduate of Seaman High School, class of 1986, and went on to earn his Bachelor's...
Tina Marie Lawson
Apr 10, 2025
Tina Marie Lawson, known affectionately to all as Tina, embarked on her final grand adventure on April 10, 2025, leaving a legacy of laughter and love. Born on February 16, 1957, in Rittman, Ohio, Tina's zest for life never dimmed, even as she drew her last breath at home in Topeka, KS, after a valiant battle with Amyotrophic Lateral...
Cheryl “Sherry” L. Guinn
Apr 10, 2025
Cheryl "Sherry" L. Guinn, 73, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2025, after a brave and determined battle with cancer. Born on May 15, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, Sherry lived a life filled with compassion, creativity, and unwavering love for her family.
Sherry is survived by her loving husband, Earl M. "Michael" Guinn, and...
Jane Marie Schmidtberger
Apr 9, 2025
Jane Marie Schmidtberger, fondly known as Jane Marie to her loved ones, passed away in her home on April 9, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on June 13, 1953, Jane Marie was a lifelong resident of Topeka.
She leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication, embodied by her devoted husband of 37 years, Clint...
Catherine (Cathy) Irene Sawyer
Apr 9, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Catherine (Cathy) Irene Sawyer, who departed this life peacefully on April 9, 2025, at the age of 75. Cathy was known for her love, hugs and laughter to all who knew her, and her absence will be deeply felt.
Born on January 27, 1950, in Topeka, Kansas, Catherine enjoyed...
Wyona Delphine (Schnegelsiepen) Price
Apr 8, 2025
Wyona Delphine Price (Schnegelsiepen) was born to Jane Franklin and Vaughn Schnegelsiepen Sr. Known as Nonie to her loved ones she was always the one to light up a room with her Genuine Spirit and one of a kind Laugh.
Nonie was an old soul who believed in staying true to one's self, outspoken, strong and full...
Arthur Devere Biggs
Apr 8, 2025
Beloved father, husband and grandfather, Arthur Devere Biggs, passed away peacefully with family by his side on April 8, 2025, at his house in Topeka, KS. He was born December 30, 1933, in Circleville, Kansas, the son of Marvin Arthur Biggs and Bessie Harriet Sutton Biggs of Allen, Kansas. He was raised and attended school in Allen, alongside two...
Richard Neal
Apr 5, 2025
We said goodbye to Richard Neal on April 5, 2025. Richard - husband, father, farmer and good neighbor in Williamsburg, Kansas - was already missed by his community, family, and wife, Mitzie, as he had spent his final years in the grip of dementia. Before dementia struck, Richard had a lifetime of days that started with a white T-shirt...
Billye June Betsworth
Apr 2, 2025
Billye June Betsworth passed away at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She was 85 years old. Billye was born July 10, 1939, in Huntington, West Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her sisters Betty Jeane Koster and Anna "Lorraine VanMatre; parents Lewis and Lottie Barnett, brothers-in-law, Lt. Colonel David Franklin...
Sherry Lyn Daniels
Mar 30, 2025
Sherry Lyn Daniels, a cherished sister, mother and grandmother, passed away in the gentleness of twilight on March 30, 2025, at the age of 76, in Topeka, Kansas after her battle with cancer. Born on February 4, 1949, in Fort Scott, Kansas, she embarked upon life's journey.
Sherry was the beloved daughter of Douglas and Marilyn Culp....
Lavon Charlene Fender
Mar 29, 2025
With our deepest sorrow, we announce the peaceful passing of LaVon Fender on Saturday, March 29th while surrounded by love.
LaVon, also known as Bonnie to some, was a fiercely loving, loyal, and compassionate mother, grandmother, mentor, and lifelong caretaker.
She didn't care if she had a penny in her pocket as long as everyone...
Glen Allen Thompson
Mar 29, 2025
Glen Allen Thompson of Concordia, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025, at his granddaughter's home in Concordia, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Beloit, Kansas, Glen was the son of Glen S. Thompson and Iris A. Maley.
Glen began his adult life with a deep commitment to family and work. On April 4, 1969,...
Félida Violeta Ramírez
Mar 28, 2025
Our beloved mother, Félida Violeta Ramírez entered into her eternal rest on march 28th 2025
She passed away serenely, surrounded by her loved ones, due to natural causes at the age of 92 in Lawrence, Kansas.
Born on March 2, 1933, in Los Puertos de Altagracia, Zulia State, Venezuela and known affectionately as "Maestra Félida"....
Roseann Canada
Mar 27, 2025
RoseAnn Canada 73, passed on March 27th, 2025, in the comfort of her home surrounded by love ones.
She was born on October 21st, 1951, in Charleston North Carolina to Lila and Walter Farrell. She grew up in Topeka and graduated from Topeka West High School in 1969.
RoseAnn married Henry Tompkins in 1970. They...
Sandra Lynn Hubble
Mar 23, 2025
Sandra Lynn Hubble, a beacon of love and generosity, departed from this world too soon on March 23, 2025, at the age of 32. Born on March 12, 1993, in Topeka, KS, Sandra's radiant spirit and infectious enthusiasm for life were evident from the very beginning. She passed away surrounded by love in Lawrence, KS, leaving behind a legacy...
Roy "Bulldog" Herbert Jolly Jr.
Mar 21, 2025
Roy Herbert Jolly Jr., known affectionately as "Bulldog" by his loved ones, passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 59 in Topeka, Kansas. Born on July 8, 1965, in Portsmouth New Hampshire, Roy was a man of remarkable character, described by those who knew him as generous, handy, and friendly. He was a beloved father, son,...
Isaac Wayne Peterson
Mar 19, 2025
Isaac Wayne Peterson, a beacon of musical talent and compassionate care, left this world far too soon on March 19, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Born on May 12, 2006, to Melissa (Pheasant) Siegfreid and Steven Peterson, Isaac's life was a melody composed of intelligence, passion, and friendliness that resonated with everyone he met.
Isaac's...
Joan Marie Anderson
Mar 17, 2025
Joan Marie Anderson, 80, of Rossville KS, passed away Monday, March 17, 2025 at the Healtcare Resort of Topeka.
She was born May 4, 1944, in Topeka KS the daughter of Ted and Marie (Graf) Dolezilek. She grew up in Rossville Kansas and graduated in 1962 from Rossville High School. Following graduation she worked for Stauffer Publications ...
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