Feb 28, 2025

Cheri Lynne Cherry Craft , 64, of Topeka passed away peacefully on February 28, 2025 at home, surrounded by love, after a hard fought battle with breast cancer.

Cheri was born on November 24, 1960 in Sayre, Oklahoma to Alvin and Mary Cherry while living in Delhi, Oklahoma before they moved to Amarillo, TX where Cheri went...

Feb 27, 2025

Roger Dean McCracken, known affectionately as Roger to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka, KS, after a courageous battle with leukemia. Born on May 18, 1960, in Topeka, Roger's life was one marked by devotion to his loved ones, a strong work ethic, and a passion for the simple...

Feb 27, 2025

Gabriel (Gabe) Dean Duran, 67, of Topeka, KS, unexpectedly took a wrong turn and exited the highway of life on February 27, 2025. Gabe was born in Topeka, KS to Augustine and Rosario Duran. He went to Topeka High School and ultimately ended up at the Goodyear Topeka Tire Distribution Plant for over a span of 20 years.

Feb 27, 2025

Ruby I. Davis, age 91 passed away February 27th, 2025.

Ruby was born on October 17th, 1933, in Butler Missouri, the daughter of Willard and Goldie Scholes Craft.

On December 14th, 1952, Ruby married Davey Lee Davis at the Olathe Naval Base.

Ruby is survived by daughters, Pamela G. Fisk and Dawn L....

Feb 26, 2025

Derek L. Ditmore, of Topeka, passed away on February 26, 2025, at 62 years old. Derek was born in Santa Maria, California on September 7, 1962, to Lynne Fesler and Terrill (Terry) Ditmore. Derek grew up and attended school in California on the Central Coast and in the Central Valley.

Derek moved to Topeka in 1984. He...

Feb 25, 2025

Pamela Jean Farris, affectionately known as Pam or Pammy to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025, in Emporia, Kansas. She was born on November 11, 1958, at Fort Riley, Kansas. Pam's journey through life was one marked by devotion to her loved ones and serving others.

Pam's early years were spent moving...

Feb 24, 2025

Edward Leroy Nichols was a man who lived for his family. Born in Emporia, KS, Leroy grew up in a large family where he learned the values of loyalty, hard work, and looking out for those he loved.

Leroy proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1969 to 1975 stationed in the Philippines. He worked for years...

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...