Jack Dean Newell
Oct 8, 2024
Jack Dean Newell, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2024, in his hometown of Topeka, KS, at the age of 93. Born on July 11, 1931, to Roy and Stella Newell, Jack was a lifelong resident of Topeka and a beacon of love and selflessness to all who knew him.
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Dorla D. Fancher
Oct 7, 2024
Dorla D. Fancher, 94, died October 7, 2024 surrounded by her daughter and granddaughter. Dorla was a homemaker of her beloved residence for over 65 years.
Dorla Dean Fancher, the daughter of John Heckathorn & Lola Overlin was born on April 30, 1930 in Emporia, KS. She married George W. Fancher on August 18, 1947.
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Richard "Rick" Andrew Davey
Oct 6, 2024
Richard Andrew Davey, known affectionately as Rick to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2024, at the age of 62 in his hometown of Topeka, KS after a brief battle with multiple myeloma. Rick's life was one marked by kindness, thoughtfulness, and selflessness - traits that endeared him to all who knew him.
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John Thomas Beavers, Jr.
Oct 5, 2024
John Thomas Beavers, Jr. passed away at his home in Topeka, KS on October 5, 2024, after a long and brave battle with chronic lung disease. John was born on January 16, 1974, in Ft. Leonard Wood, MO. John's family moved to McFarland, KS when John was very young.
John grew up within a close-knit extended family...
Rolland Eugene Jackson, Sr.
Oct 5, 2024
Rolland Eugene Jackson Sr., aged 83, of Mayetta, passed away peacefully on October 5, 2024, in Topeka, KS. Born February 21, 1941, in Scranton, KS, to loving parents, Eugene and Aletha May. Rolland's life was one of dedication, passion, and joy, which he shared generously with everyone he knew.
Rolland met and married the love of his...
Raymond Wayne Gerdes
Oct 4, 2024
Raymond Wayne Gerdes, 84, Topeka, Kansas, passed away at Autumn Home Plus on October 4, 2024, after a brief battle with cancer. He was born April 18, 1940, the oldest child of Helen Irene and John Raymond Dodson in Topeka, Kansas. Wayne, as he was known to his friends, graduated from Washburn Rural in 1958.
Wayne was...
Becky Sue Corber
Oct 3, 2024
Becky Sue Corber, known affectionately as Becky, graced this world with her vibrant spirit on January 4, 1960, and after a life rich with laughter and love, she departed on October 3, 2024, both her beginning and end rooted in the comforting embrace of Topeka, Kansas.
The youngest daughter of Mary Sanderffer and Roy Corber, Becky's life...
Janet Lee Philips-Price
Oct 3, 2024
Janet Lee Philips-Price passed away on October, 3, 2024, at the Healthcare Resort of Topeka. Jan was born on April 27th, 1943 in Wichita, Kansas, daughter of Austin Phillips and Fern Doolittle Phillips.
She was married to Jim Price in 1963. She is survived by her husband Jim Price, son Todd Price and daughter Shannon Price-Uhl. She...
Kay Ellen Owens
Oct 2, 2024
Kay Owens, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, at the age of 74 in Topeka, KS.
Born on December 30, 1949, in Kingsville, TX, Kay's life was a testament to the power of warmth and generosity that she extended to everyone she met.
Kay's early years in Kingsville...
Dorothy Laurene Foster
Oct 2, 2024
Dorothy Laurene Foster, 81, Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on October 2, 2024. She was born to John and Ruth Foster on October 21, 1942, in Denver, Colorado.
She is survived by her children, Ginger (Duke) Dougan and Randy (Heidi) Bradford, daughter-in-law, Connie Bradford, three grandsons, and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in...
Barbara Ann Forrester
Sep 30, 2024
Barbara Ann Forrester, known by most as Barb or Candy or Mom to her friends and loved ones. Barb passed away peacefully on her 85th birthday, September 30, 2024, in a Topeka Hospital with her family by her side. Barb was born on September 30, 1939, in Topeka. Barb's life was marked by her wisdom, sternness, creativity, and a...
Linda Ann Munch
Sep 26, 2024
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted; a time to kill, and a time to heal; a time to break down, and a time to build up; a time...
Mark Nathan Brown
Sep 25, 2024
Mark Nathan Brown, known affectionately as "Pup" or "Brownie" to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2024, in Liberty, Missouri, at the age of 49. Born on June 4, 1975, in Enid, Oklahoma, Mark was a beacon of joy and kindness throughout his life, touching the hearts of everyone he met with his selfless nature...
Tondra Ann Overstreet
Sep 21, 2024
Tondra Ann Overstreet, 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
She was born December 12, 1949, in Topeka, the daughter of Lavern and Donna (Shields) Rogers.
Tondra was married to Jerry William Overstreet. He preceded her in death on August 17, 2022....
Susan Sharkey-Van Vleck
Sep 19, 2024
Susan Sharkey-Van Vleck of Topeka passed away September 19, 2024.
Susan was born June 9, 1955 to GB and Ida Sharkey.
She married Clifford Van Vleck, Sr June 11, 1977.
Susan is survived by her husband, daughters Debbie (Doug) Self, Theresa Davis, Julie (Darrell) Cremer. A son Cliff (Jenn) Van Vleck, Jr.
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Linda James
Sep 17, 2024
Linda James 75, of Council Grove passed away September 17, 2024, at Morris County Hospital.
Linda was born to James Lechliter and Jane Lechliter on May 1, 1949, in Cumberland, Maryland. Linda treasured her High School days. Her year books and class ring were some of her most prized possessions. She graduated from Fort Hill High School...
Margaret June Bennight Strawn Deitz
Sep 17, 2024
Margaret June Bennight Strawn Deitz, cherished mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2024, in Overbrook, Kansas, at the age of 90. She was born on August 13, 1934, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Lillie Viola (Steadman) and James Miller Bennight.
Margaret's early years in Texas were marked by a strong sense of community...
Patty Marie (Stamm) Diehl
Sep 17, 2024
Patty Marie (Stamm) Diehl (1949-2024)
Patty passed away on Tuesday September 17, 2024, surrounded by family, after many years battling Alzheimer's. Patty was born and raised in Topeka and spent most of her life there as well.
Patty was a beloved daughter, sister, wife, aunt, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved nothing more than watching...
Gregory Kevin Boyes
Sep 15, 2024
Gregory Kevin Boyes, known to all as Greg, and always the life of the party, left us chuckling at the memories on September 15, 2024. Born on March 30, 1954, in the cheesehead capital of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Greg's infectious laughter and boundless love filled this world for a vibrant 70 years. Making his final curtain call in Auburn, Kansas,...
Charles Heeb Del Biaggio
Sep 13, 2024
Charles Heeb Del Biaggio was born on May 23rd, 1947, in San Francisco, California to Amil (Del) and Thelma Del Biaggio. He passed away peacefully at home on September 13, 2024, surrounded by his loved ones.
Charlie was born into a multi-generational highly decorated military family that included his grandfather and father. The family moved around to...
