Nov 10, 2024

Serena Ann Holston, 81 passed away November 10, 2024, at McCrite Plaza in Topeka Kansas after a long illness caused by multiple strokes. She was born Cecilia Irene Owens on April 29, 1943, in Wichita, Kansas to Henrietta Bertha Owens. In March 1945 she was lovingly adopted by Loren and Margaret (Hatteburg) Clark.

Serena graduated from Topeka...

Nov 8, 2024

Kathy Elane Stevens, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 8, 2024, in her hometown of Topeka, KS, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 26, 1949, Kathy's life was a testament to her loving nature and her unwavering strength.

Kathy was a graduate of Topeka High School, class of...

Nov 6, 2024

Terry Lee Ogle, 66, passed away on November 6, 2024. Born on April 24, 1958, to the late Paul W. and Audrey G. Ogle. Terry's journey through life was one marked by dedication, compassion, and an unwavering spirit of generosity.

Terry graduated from Topeka West High School in 1976, Terry's work ethic was evident from an early...

Nov 5, 2024

Robert (Bob) Burton Oroke passed away peacefully on November 5th, 2024, at his home with his loved ones by his side. As was his style…he left this world his way, under his terms, just how he wanted. He had celebrated his 85th birthday on August 29th, 2024, and was overjoyed with all the cards he received. Bob was a...

Nov 3, 2024

Benita Arlene Essary, affectionately known as "Bee" and "Auntie Ben", passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024, at the age of 97 in Topeka, KS. Born on October 18, 1927, in Rock Creek Township, now referred to as Eskridge, KS, Benita lived in many places across the country before returning home to Kansas. Her spirit was characterized by her...

Nov 3, 2024

Courtney Lynn Canfield, 47, of Topeka passed away on November 3, 2024. Courtney was born in Richardson, Texas on March 11, 1977. She was a lifelong resident of Topeka. Courtney was a fan of Snoopy and loved collecting Snoopy. She had many furry companions - Fuzz Wuzz, Murphy, Bailey, Scout and Tyson - during her lifetime.

Courtney...

Nov 1, 2024

Phillip LeRoy Williams II, age 56, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 1, 2024. He left behind a legacy of love and cherished memories.

He was a devoted husband and father, known for his unwavering love, support and kindness. His enthusiasm for sports was matched only by his collection of memorabilia, which he treasured and often shared...

Nov 1, 2024

Robert Eugene Mock, Jr. was born on January 27, 1948, in Leavenworth, Kansas and passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on November 1, 2024, in Holton, Kansas. Robert's life was a testament to resilience, camaraderie, and dedication to family.

Bob's early years were spent in the Leavenworth Kansas area, where he learned commercial fishing from his...

Oct 30, 2024

Dr. Myron Joseph Zeller, a loving husband, devoted physician, and cherished Papa, joined his Heavenly Father on October 30, 2024. He was 86 years old.

Born on June 25, 1938, in Paxico, Kansas, Myron was raised in Kansas City, Kansas, where he graduated from Maur Hill High School. He went on to pursue higher education at St....

Oct 28, 2024

Sharon Simons, a cherished mother, grandmother, sibling, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2024, at the age of 76 in Topeka, Kansas. Born on May 11, 1948, in Emporia, Kansas, Sharon's life was a testament to the power of love, family, and the joy found in the simple pleasures of life.

She is remembered with...

Oct 27, 2024

Gary Wayne Rose, known affectionately to all as Gary, embarked on his final adventure on October 27, 2024. Born on April 28, 1961, in Topeka, Gary's life was a vibrant tapestry woven with love, laughter, and the kind of stories that would make even the sternest of faces crack a smile. He was a man who saw life through...

Oct 24, 2024

Melvin Vincent "Skip" Hansen Jr., a beloved husband, father, entrepreneur, outdoorsman, and U.S. Navy veteran passed away peacefully on the evening of Oct 24th after a long courageous battle with cancer leaving behind a legacy of outdoor sportsmanship, hard work, and dedication to everyone and everything he loved. Born on January 17, 1948, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Skip proudly...

Oct 24, 2024

Brethren, it is with a heart full of bittersweet joy that I stand before you today to celebrate the homegoing of a truly remarkable child of God, Sister Christy Ruth Ann (Simon) Hatfield. On the 24th of October, 2024, our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, called her home from Topeka, Kansas, where she had been a beacon of...

Oct 23, 2024

Robert Livingston Longyear III passed away On October 23,2024 at the age of 76 at The University of Kansas Health System (Topeka, Ks.) surrounded by family and friends.

Robert was born on November 24,1947 to Mariam Crispell (Mother) and Robert Livingston Jr. (Father) in Mexico City, Mexico.

Robert graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy  (Wayne ...

Oct 21, 2024

Rory Jay Dake, known as "RJ" and later affectionately as "Papa Dake," went to be with the Lord on October 21, 2024, at the age of 65. Born on August 3, 1959, in Lincoln, Nebraska, RJ grew up in Orleans, Nebraska, raised with a love of faith, farming, family, and community.

RJ's living family include his wife...

Oct 21, 2024

Barbara Jean Metzger passed away October 21, 2024, at Homestead Assisted Living of Topeka.

Barbara was born to Stephen Smith and Ruth Royer Smith on April 13, 1932. She is survived by three daughters, Merry Magill (Ray), Melody Pollom (Alan), and Holly Anderson. She is also survived by nieces and nephews Stephanie Cook, Stephen Smith III, Kris...

Oct 18, 2024

Joshua Young Greening, 44, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, in Topeka. He was born September 24, 1980, in Horton, Kansas. He is the son of Gary and Rhonda Greening of Meriden.

Josh graduated from Seaman High School in 1999 and Vo-Tech with a certificate in auto body collision repair.

Josh...

Oct 16, 2024

Charles Robert Carter III, affectionately known as Charlie to his friends and loved ones, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2024, at the age of 75, due to complications from diabetes. He was born on May 21, 1949, in Tachikawa, Japan, to the late Charles Robert Carter Jr. and Mabel (Tucker) Carter.

Because of his father's military...

Oct 13, 2024

Kevin James Smith, a treasured member of the Topeka community, known affectionately as Kevin to his friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on October 13, 2024, at the age of 69. Born in Topeka, Kansas, on April 9, 1955, Kevin lived a life marked by devotion to his loved ones, his work, and his many passions....

Oct 13, 2024

Pamela Jean Pasley passed away peacefully on October 13, 2024, in Rossville, KS at the age of 66. Born on December 4th, 1957 in Topeka, Kansas to Donald & Grace Pasley, her zest for life was evident in everything she did.

Pam was a graduate of Silver Lake High School - Class of 1975, and married Jeffrey...