Obituaries
Earl Howard
Jan 10, 2025
Earl Howard , 86, Topeka, KS, passed away January 10th, 2025. He was born in Windsor, VT, December 13, 1938.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Peggy (Reilly) Howard, sons Daron (Edgar Dacuba) and Alan (Erika Mailman), grandchildren Clara and Reid, brothers Bob and Wendell, sisters Reigh and Pauline.
Earl served four years in...
Robert "Currie" James Currie
Jan 9, 2025
Robert James Currie, 77, of Topeka, KS, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025, at the House at Midland Care.
He was born June 28, 1947, in Wichita, KS, the son of Frederick and Marjorie Currie. They preceded him in death as well as a sister, Joanne.
Currie grew up in Wichita and graduated from Wichita...
Richard D. Mcconnell, Jr
Jan 7, 2025
Richard D. McConnell Jr., known as Rich, was born on December 19, 1968, and passed away on January 7, 2025, at the age of 56 following a stroke.
Rich's surviving family include parent, Karen McConnell (Richard McConnell Sr - deceased). His brother, Jesse McConnell, his wife Aimee and their daughter, Fiona McConnell. Rich's zest for life were...
Cynthia L. Mack
Jan 3, 2025
It is with a great sadness that we announce on January 3, 2025 Cynthia L Mack became absent from her body to be present with the Lord. She was surrounded by her loving daughter (Crystal Brown) and best friend (Kathy Hawkins).
She was born November 19, 1956 at Stormont Vail in Topeka the daughter of Rebecca A....
Harlan Donald Mowbray Ii
Jan 3, 2025
Harlan Donald MowBray II, known fondly as Pud or HarHar to his friends and family, embarked on his final fishing trip to the great beyond, on January 3, 2025, after a two-month battle with an aggressive brain tumor. Born on June 18, 1956, in Topeka, Kansas, Harlan's infectious humor and his "never knew a stranger" attitude left an unforgettable...
Patricia Irene Spinelli
Jan 1, 2025
Patricia Irene Spinelli was born on August 6, 1950, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin the daughter of Walter and Irene (Samolyk) Przedpelski, growing up on the east side of town in St. Hedwig's parish.
After high school and working for a while, she enlisted in the US Navy where she met her husband, Paul Spinelli.
She loved...
Sara Nicole Wolter White
Jan 1, 2025
Sara Nicole Wolter White, 50, passed away on January 1, 2025, at the Hospice House at Midland Care in Topeka, KS, from Wilson's Disease.
Sara was born on December 9, 1974, in Newton, KS, to Roger "Buzz" and Joy (Schwab) Wolter. As the youngest of three sisters, Sara brought joy, energy, and a fierce spirit to the...
Lynn R. (Heard) Keezer
Dec 30, 2024
Lynn R. (Heard) Keezer, 77, of Topeka KS passed away peacefully on December 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving Husband Jim and Daughter Desiree. She was born on December 6, 1947, in Howell Michigan. She was the oldest of 4 children born to Charles and Jacqueline (Bippley) Heard.
She married Daryl Keezer in 1966 and had one...
David Lee Weier
Dec 25, 2024
David Lee Weier, 81, of Glenwood, Iowa, passed away peacefully Wednesday, December 25th 2024, at ANew healthcare home in Holton, Kansas. He was born August 5, 1943, in Freeport Illinois, the son of Robert E. and Bertha (Krueger) Weier. He was married to Lavonne Weier (Sheeley) until her passing on December 18th of 2023. He was a 1961 graduate...
Helen Lucille Spillman
Dec 24, 2024
Helen Lucille Spillman passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at the age of 99 in Topeka, KS. Born on April 13, 1925, in Kansas City, KS, Helen's life was a tapestry of dedication, joy, and community spirit that touched the lives of all who knew her.
Helen's early years in Kansas City were filled with the...
James M. Gaines
Dec 23, 2024
James M. Gaines, known affectionately as James, left this world on December 23, 2024, at the age of 48, after a courageous battle with liver failure. Born on September 11, 1976, in Topeka, Kansas, where he also took his last breath, James's life was a testament to the enduring spirit of love, kindness, and generosity that he embodied.
...Brandy Sue Lane
Dec 23, 2024
Brandy Sue Lane, known to all as Brandy, a beacon of love and creativity, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, at her residence in Scranton, Kansas, after a courageous battle with brain, lung, and bone cancer. Born on September 27, 1977, in Topeka, Kansas, Brandy's journey through life was marked by her unyielding kindness and an unwavering dedication...
Kimberly Jean (Boucher) Pixler
Dec 22, 2024
Kimberly Jean Pixler (Boucher) 61. Gained her Angel wings on 22 December 2024 at Home. She is proceeded in death by her Mother Jeanne Boucher. Survived by her Husband Raymond Pixler, Two Son's - Brandon Thompson (MacKenzie), and Daniel Flick (Tegan), and Daughter - Carly Flick.
Stepdaughter - Reileen Hothan (Dustin), Stepson - Michael Pixler. Her Father...
Helen Louise Williams
Dec 22, 2024
Grandma Helen Louise Williams
April 4, 1930 – December 22, 2024
Helen Louise Williams, 94, formerly of Whiting, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 4, 1930, in Holton, Kansas, Helen Louise lived a life defined by kindness, compassion, and resilience.
Her warm and...
Michael R. Taylor
Dec 20, 2024
Michael R. Taylor passed away on December 20, 2024, at the age of 64, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 15, 1960, in Rochelle, Illinois, Michael's vibrant spirit and infectious laughter left an indelible mark on the hearts of those who knew him.
Michael's life was one of passionate pursuits and intellectual curiosity. He...
Jana Lea Proctor
Dec 19, 2024
Jana Lea Proctor died December 19th, 2024, in Topeka, KS surrounded by love and her family.
Jana was born on October 2, 1954, in Clay Center, Kansas to James and Marjorie Woellhof.
She graduated from Clay Center High School and went on to get her LPN at Manhattan Area Vocational Technical School and to Kansas...
Ellen Marie (Davisson) Sercombe
Dec 16, 2024
We come together to honor and celebrate the life of Ellen Marie (Davisson) Sercombe, a cherished individual whose intelligence, love, and kindness touched the lives of many. Ellen was born on February 13, 1964, in Jackson, Michigan, and left us on December 16, 2024, in Lawrence, Kansas. Her life journey of 60 years was marked by dedication to her...
Norma Jane Turley
Dec 15, 2024
Norma J. Turley, 78, passed away peacefully at her home on December 15, 2024. She was born on November 19, 1946, in Garden City, Kansas, to Ruth and Hersel T. Oliver.
Norma grew up on a 320-acre farm alongside her sisters, where she developed a love of working the land and learning from her father's expertise. She...
Ryan Michael Fidler
Dec 14, 2024
In Loving Memory of Ryan Michael Fidler
February 24, 1984 - December 14, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ryan Michael Fidler, 40, of Topeka, Kansas.
Ryan was a bold spirit, known for his deep love of fishing, muddy adventures, and his proud redneck heart.
A graduate of...
Sharon Jean Painter
Dec 14, 2024
Sharon Jean Painter, affectionately known as "Wheez" passed away on December 14, 2024, at home. Born on September 23,1938 in Clarksburg, West Virginia to the late Rita Blake and Michael Harley Painter. Sharon was raised by her mother and her adoring grandmother and spent summers at Maple Lake, which was a private lake developed by her grandfather near Clarksburg....
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