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...
Robert Dean Cooper
Sep 12, 2024
Robert Dean Cooper, a cherished family man, proud veteran, and avid sports enthusiast, passed away peacefully from natural causes on September 12, 2024, at the age of 64. Born on April 24, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, Robert spent his entire life in the community he loved, surrounded by friends, family, and the sports teams that ignited his passion.
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Dorothy "Dottie" M. (Orlowski) Edens
Sep 9, 2024
Dorothy "Dottie" M. (Orlowski) Edens, age 95, passed away on September 9, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on April 9, 1929, in Wallula, Kansas. Dottie lived a life marked by devotion to her family and her faith.
Dottie was a lifelong Lutheran, where she found spiritual solace and community. Her commitment to her faith was evident in...
Bertha “Mae” Gallagher (Dickson) Vanderburg
Sep 7, 2024
Bertha "Mae" Gallagher (Dickson) Vanderburg, known affectionately as Mae to all who were dazzled by her infectious laughter, has taken her final bow on the grand stage of life. Born on October 11, 1936, in the humble town of Winthrop, AR, Mae embarked on a journey filled with joy and jest that lasted until September 7, 2024, when she...
Raymond Roy Murphy
Sep 6, 2024
Raymond Roy Murphy, 77, passed away at his home in Marysville, KS, on September 6, 2024.
He was born July 20, 1947, in Norfolk County, VA, the son of Byron and Betty (McCaig) Murphy. Later his family moved to Centralia, KS, where he graduated from Centralia High School.
Ray worked for Gilbert Central, then Peter...
Craig Eugene Collins
Sep 6, 2024
Craig Eugene Collins, 72, Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS, following a long illness.
He was born in Concordia, KS on May 3, 1952 to Robert (Bob) and Betty Collins of Jamestown, KS. Craig grew up on the family farm west of Jamestown and graduated from Jamestown...
Gayle Ford Sewell
Sep 6, 2024
Gayle Ford Sewell was born June 20th, 1947 in Brookville, Pennsylvania, to Ray Leonard Ford and Marjorie Olive (McFadden) Ford. She passed away on September 6th, 2024 in Lawrence, Kansas, at the age of 77.
Gayle grew up in Brookville PA. She received a Bachelor's of Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania in 1969. She spent some...
Kathlin Marie Olson
Aug 29, 2024
Kathlin Marie Olson passed away peacefully in her home on August 29th, 2024, surrounded by love and light. She has gone to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at the age of 75 years old. Kathlin "Kathi" was born on January 18th, 1949, in Flandreau, South Dakota to Geraldine and Roy Bowen. Roy passed shortly after Kathi's...
Angela Rae Kling
Aug 29, 2024
It is with a heavy heart and profound sorrow that we announce the unexpected passing of our mother, Angela Rae Kling, on Thursday, August 29, 2024. She was 51 years old.
Throughout her life, Angela displayed compassion, love, strength, and selflessness as a mother and friend. Her love knew no bounds as she welcomed people into her...
