Jan 31, 2025

Jerry Jalenak, 64, of Lawrence, departed this world for whatever lies beyond on January 31, 2025, after a near decade long battle with cancer.

Jerry was born on March 14, 1960, the second son to August (Slim) and Lenora (Betty) Jalenak. He is preceded in death by both of his parents.

He is survived by...

Jan 29, 2025

Keith Raymond Lewis, 63, of Topeka, Kanas passed away on January 29, 2025, just shy of his 64th birthday after a long battle with Crohn's disease and ultimately a 3-year battle with cancer. Keith was born on February 2, 1961.

He was preceded in death by his mother Alice (Joann) Jahr Wilsey and stepfather Harold Wilsey as...

Jan 28, 2025

Paul Michael Watkins, a beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully at the age of 64. Born to Lawrence and Marcia (Roberson) Watkins in Topeka, KS. February 14th, 1960. The second child of 3. Paul worked as a mechanic all his adult life at several different places, with his last employer being Shawnee County Refuse.

Jan 28, 2025

Mary Joyce Astry, known to us all as Joyce, was a beacon of divine light in our community, who on the 28th day of January in the year of our Lord 2025, at the age of 83, returned to her heavenly Father after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born on the 11th of April 1941 in the...

Jan 28, 2025

Anita Louise (Nichols) Swisher peacefully passed away with family at her bedside on January 28, 2025. She was 71 years old.

She will be remembered for her caring heart, radiant smile and infectious laugh. Anita led a full and active life and was ready to be called into the Glory of her loving Savior and reunited with...

Jan 27, 2025

Geraldine Ruth Holdren, affectionately known as Jeri, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025, in her home in Topeka, Kansas. Born December 24, 1950, in Concordia, Kansas, Jeri's life journey was marked by her loving and thoughtful nature, her courageous spirit, and her unwavering dedication to her family and friends.

Jeri was preceded in death by her...

Jan 25, 2025

Richard Guy Douglass, 80

Richard "Rich" Douglass, salesman extraordinaire, left his earthly body January 25, 2025.

Rich was born May 3, 1944, to Charles and Adeline Douglass. He was the youngest of the family and a favorite of his Grandma Ada.

After graduating from Scranton High School, he joined the Navy. He served...

Jan 24, 2025

Beverly Ann French passed away January 24, 2025, at Newman Regional Health, Emporia, surrounded by family. She was 83.

She was born December 18, 1941 to James Joseph and Betty Louise (Mecham) Bomhoff in Wichita, KS. She spent her formative years in and around Wichita, where she graduated from Sacred Heart Academy High School.

She...

Jan 24, 2025

Rachel was born to Dr. William and Sara Hummel on June 18, 1953. The youngest of five, she has been proceeded in death by her parents, her brother Steve Hummel, and sister Kay Hummel-Nesbitt. So many friends and loved ones are gone. Some are remembered by their gift of generational love. Rachel is survived by her sister Sara Ekart...

Jan 21, 2025

Kerry Lee Miller, 71, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on January 21, 2025, in the comfort of his own home.

Kerry was born January 12, 1954, to Irene (Fields) and James Miller (deceased). He leaves behind two brothers, Ronald (spouse Debbie) Miller of Lawrence and Scott (spouse Carla) of El Dorado, nephew Eric Miller of El Dorado...

Jan 19, 2025

Darlene Leola Kordes of Topeka KS passed away peacefully January 19, 2025, at the age of 93.

Darlene was one of Jehovah's Witnesses and a graduate of Kansas State University.

She was loved by many and will be missed by many. (Acts 24:15) "And I have a hope toward God... that there is going to...

Jan 16, 2025

Richard Malott, age 72, unexpectedly passed away at his home in Topeka, Kansas on January 16, 2025.

Born in Topeka in 1952 to Ralph Alden and Elizabeth (Popelas) Malott, Richard graduated from Hayden Catholic High School before attending a local vocational-technical school. Upon completing his education, he was employed by Goodyear Tire & Rubber as a machinist...

Jan 16, 2025

David Ray "Dave" Stolzenberger, 75, died at his home in Morrill, Kansas, on January 16th, 2025, while surrounded by his family. Dave was born on August 8th, 1949, at Holton Hospital. Dave was the son of John F. "Jack" and Betty (Ralston) Stolzenberger of Holton, Kansas.

Dave was united in marriage with Karen Lea Wilhelm on July...

Jan 15, 2025

Tricia Renee Failer, 53, Topeka died January 15th 2025.

She was born April 12th 1971, in Topeka Kansas daughter of Dale Failer and Lori Oliver (VanSickle).

Tricia got her GED and studied phlebotomy at WTI. She had many hobbies including wood burning and writing poetry. Tricia was also a hardcore fan of music never resisting...

Jan 13, 2025

Richard (Dick) Leo Fiest, a cherished husband, brother, father, and grandfather, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 87. Born on November 28, 1937, in Junction City, KS, Dick's life was characterized by his humor, skillfulness, and deep love for his family.

Dick spent his formative years in Dwight, Kansas before...

Jan 12, 2025

Gilbert "Bud" Arden Weidman, 80, went home to be with the Lord early in the morning on January 12, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.

Born on December 14, 1944, in San Francisco, California, to Gilbert and Ethel Weidman, Gilbert grew up in Lawrence, Kansas, where he graduated from Lawrence High School in 1963. Shortly after, he served his...

Jan 12, 2025

Chris Martinak, 60, Topeka, KS passed away January 12, 2025, surrounded by his family. He was born in Buffalo, NY, September 12, 1964.

Survivors include his son, Austin Martinak, sister, Debbie Cochran (Mike), brother, Joey Martinak (Tami), nieces, Gwen Warton, Jackie Long, Taylor Martinak, nephews, Tyler Martinak, Tristan Cochran, Nick Cochran.

At Chris request, no...

Jan 12, 2025

The Reverend Craig Chandler Sweeney, 73, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, at his home in Topeka, Kansas. Craig was born April 7, 1951, in Baltimore, Maryland to John Easter Sweeney and Virginia Lee [Jackson] Sweeney, who both preceded him in death. Craig met his wife Robin Jo Roy in 1970 and they married in Topeka on August 25,...

Jan 11, 2025

Jane Eileen Yocum (Young), 76, of Melvern, Kansas, peacefully passed away on January 11, 2025. Jane was born in Topeka, Kansas on August 10, 1948, to Vince Andre Young and Helen Mae Patterson Young, whom she loved very much. Jane was married to Kenneth Yocum for 57 truly beautiful years.

Jane graduated from Melvern High School in...

Jan 10, 2025

Mike Phillips, 69, of Topeka, KS passed away at his home on January 10, 2025.

He was born November 2, 1955, in Kansas City, KS to Kenneth and Lona Phillips. He attended Highland Park High School, graduating in 1973.

Mike was employed by Samco, Inc. as a Master Plumber. He enjoyed work and would always...