Feb 24, 2025

Carroll Griffin McCarty died February 24, 2025, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS. She was born Dec. 17, 1946, in Emporia, KS, to Myrl and Jessie Griffin of Burlington, KS. She attended the Burlington schools and then entered Emporia State University, majoring in Special Education. During her senior year she married Stephen McCarty. Following graduation, they moved to...

Feb 24, 2025

Dale Wade Huskins, a faith-filled and generous man known for his amiable personality, passed away at the age of 60 on February 24, 2025, in Topeka, KS. Born on September 17, 1964, in Baltimore, MD. Dale served his country with honor as a veteran of the Army.

He leaves behind a loving family including his daughters, Ashley...

Feb 23, 2025

James Franklin Hoy died at home on Sunday morning, February 23, 2025. He was born December 15, 1939, in El Dorado, Kansas, the son of Kenneth and Marteil Hoy. He was a graduate of Kansas State University, Emporia State University, and the University of Missouri, where he earned a PhD in 1970. He was a professor of English at...

Feb 22, 2025

Joshua Thompson Hoy died in Fort Worth, Texas, on Saturday, February 22, 2025. He was born January 17, 1971, in Emporia, Kansas, the son of Jim and Cathy Hoy. He was a lifelong cowboy and rancher in Chase County, Kansas, known for his innovative ranching practices at the Flying W Ranch in the Kansas Flint Hills. Alongside his wife,...

Feb 22, 2025

Mark Shawn Fender, known affectionately as Mark by his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka, KS, at the age of 62. Born on April 14, 1962, in Topeka, Mark was a man whose resilience and jovial spirit left a lasting impression on all who knew him. His courageous battle with...

Feb 22, 2025

Sarah Anne (Schneider) Calderon, passed away on February 22, 2025, at the age of 51, due to renal failure in Topeka, KS. Born on April 2, 1973, in Winchester, KS, Sarah's infectious laughter and boundless spirit were her gifts to the world.

Sarah grew up in Nortonville, KS with her parents, Judith K. Maddux (Larry) of Overbrook,...

Feb 22, 2025

Lauralyn M. Hutchinson, known affectionately as Lyn to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 73. Born on September 24, 1951, in Galesburg, IL, Lyn was a beacon of kindness and wisdom throughout her life, touching the hearts of all who knew her.

Lyn graduated from...

Feb 22, 2025

Mary Ellen Doyle of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on February 22, 2025. Mary was born July 5th, 1942, in Wamego, Kansas, and brought joy to everyone she came in contact with. She spent her working career at Security Benefit and Life Insurance, and after retiring, spent 15 years working part-time for Sodexo/Centerplate in their food service area at...

Feb 20, 2025

We begin today with a celebration of the life of Darlene Sue Dinkel, an adventurous, friendly, and generous soul who left us peacefully on February 20, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on January 21, 1939, in Cardin, Oklahoma, Darlene's journey through life was marked by her infectious curiosity and her boundless sense of adventure. She passed away...

Feb 19, 2025

Bert R. Degand Sr., 77, of Topeka, KS passed away at his home on February 19, 2025, after battling colon cancer.

Bert was born on September 24, 1947, in Topeka, KS. He graduated from Hayden High School and was a Vietnam veteran with the United States Army. Bert retired from Delmonte Pet Foods, but he later started...

Feb 18, 2025

Diana Sue Hanna, 66, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.

She was born on Sept. 29, 1958, in Topeka, the daughter of Robert "Bob" Gene Snickles and Ethel Fern "Toots" Snickles.

Survivors include sister, Kathy Smith (Greg) of Topeka; daughter, Lindsey Frye; grandchildren, Jaden and Simone; and 10 nieces and nephews....

Feb 17, 2025

Elaine Le Hartenbower Karr, age 87, died February 17, 2025. She was born September 15, 1937, at her parents, Leone Marie Lynn and Jerry Giles Hartenbower's farm, north of Neosho Rapids, Kansas. She grew up in the Emporia area and graduated from Emporia High School in 1955. On August 17, 1958, she was united in marriage to Robert Ira...

Feb 15, 2025

Harold Duane Thornton, a cherished family man, and a beacon of kindness, passed away on February 15, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on April 6, 1960, in Chico, California, Harold's life was a testament to the power of love, service, and the simple joys of life.

The son of Patricia Macy and Harold "Buck" Thornton, and the...

Feb 14, 2025

Charles Wynton Alford, age 70, passed away at home, surrounded by family, on February 14, 2025, in Topeka, KS. He was born on October 2, 1954, in Caney, KS, to Charles Leonard Alford and Ruby Lea (Darnall) Alford. Raised in Peru, KS, he graduated from Sedan High School in 1972 and attended Coffeyville Community College before joining the United...

Feb 11, 2025

John Francis Donnelly, Jr., 72, owner and operator of Amfast Delivery and Mail Service, LLC, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Hospital, with his wife and son, Sean, by his side, after a short and courageous battle with re-occurring cancer.

John was born October 5, 1952, in Topeka, the son of John F. "Jack"...

Feb 10, 2025

Sandra Lynn Taylor, 72, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully Monday, February 10, 2025.

Sandy was born January 20, 1953, in Oklahoma City, OK, to Juanita and Jules DuBois. She and her future husband, Derek Taylor, met as students at the University of Kansas. Derek noticed her playing piano at church in Lawrence and introduced himself. Their...

Feb 10, 2025

Beulah Carrington, 92, of Topeka, KS, passed on February 10, 2025, at her home.

Her service will be at 11:00 AM, Friday, February 21, 2025,  at Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, 2420 SE Bellview Avenue, Topeka, KS 66605.

Feb 9, 2025

Michael Adrian Prato, 59, of Topeka, KS, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025, at Stormont-Vail Health.

He was born March 29, 1965, in Belton, MO, the son of Sam and Betty Lou (Warren) Prato.

Michael was Shift Plant Manager at Reeser's Fine Foods.

He is survived by five siblings, Edwin D. Prato, Mary...

Feb 7, 2025

Jack Carl Wagner, 66, of Paxico, KS, passed away peacefully, Friday, Feb 7, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born September 9, 1958, in Wamego, Ks, the son of William "Bill" and Twyla (Martin) Wagner.

Jack was a husband, father, brother, uncle and friend to many. He started his career with Baldersons and...

Feb 6, 2025

Arietta Marie Chisham, 66, of Topeka, Kansas passed away peacefully in her home on February 6th, 2025.

She was born September 19, 1958 in Neodesha, Kansas the daughter of Fred and Imogene Chisham. They preceded her death.

Arietta (Rita) went toTopeka High -Class of 1976. She was formerly a clothing distributor at the local homeless...