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...

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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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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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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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...