Jean Ann Schuster Tevis
May 30, 2024
Jean Ann Schuster Tevis, 80, died on May 30, 2024, in Topeka.
Jeani was a graduate of Topeka High, University of Texas at Houston, Emporia State, and post masters training from the Institute on Aging at the University of Wisconsin.
Topekans knew Jeani as the creative director of Topeka Shawnee County Public Library's Red Carpet...
Clare A. Platt
May 28, 2024
Clare A. Platt, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and brother, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2024, in Kansas City, KS, at the age of 85. Born on August 12, 1938, in Toronto, KS, Clare was known for his quick wit, thoughtful nature, and selfless demeanor.
Throughout his life, Clare dedicated 55 years of service to the...
Laura Sharon Highley
May 28, 2024
Laura Sharon Highley, known affectionately as Sharon by her friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 28, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on April 27, 1937, in Ashland, Kentucky, Sharon's life was a tapestry of faith, creativity, and selfless devotion to those she loved.
A beacon of her community, Sharon's faith was an...
Wanda Jean Meinhardt
May 27, 2024
Wanda Jean Meinhardt (Becker) 77, Tecumseh, Kansas, ended her time on this earth on the 27th of May 2024. She was surrounded by family, and friends who had become family on a journey filled with love, learning, lessons, and of course loss.
It was Albert and Eileen Becker (proceeded her in passing) who welcomed and introduced Wanda...
Lawrence "David" Holmes
May 25, 2024
Lawrence David Holmes, known affectionately as David or Dave to his family and friends, passed away peacefully on May 25, 2024, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 82. He was born in Kansas City, KS, on March 28, 1942.
David was a graduate of Topeka High School and Washburn University, where he earned his degree in...
Janice "Jan" Jaquith Douglas
May 24, 2024
Janice Jaquith Douglas
Jan was born June 13, 1938, in Topeka, KS to Lucille and Roy Jaquith. She was educated in Topeka schools (Randolph, Boswell and Topeka High). She received degrees from Washburn University in History, Political Science and Religious Studies and an MA from Kansas University graduating "magna cum laude".
Jan was preceded in...
Robert "Bob" Duane Prater
May 24, 2024
Robert Duane Prater (Bob), 64, of Topeka, KS, passed away at the Midland Hospice House on May 24, 2024. Bob is preceded in death by his father, Robert Prater, his mother, Ardyce Prater, and a sister, Elisha Prater—Reavis. Bob is survived by his brother, Jim (Sheri); his sister, Roslyn McHenry (Bryce); and brother, Ben (Chanda). Bob will be missed...
Theresa (Viergever) Love
May 24, 2024
Theresa (Viergever) Love, affectionately known as Theresa to her friends and family, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 24, 2024. Born on January 1, 1959, in Topeka, Kansas, Theresa was a beacon of joy and a pillar of her community throughout her 65 years of life.
Theresa's early years were spent in the warm embrace...
Sharon Marie Vaillancourt
May 22, 2024
Sharon Marie Vaillancourt, 82, of Topeka, KS passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in the comfort of her home with her loving family and best friend at her bedside.
Cremation has taken place.
Timothy Andrew Dunn
May 19, 2024
Timothy Andrew Dunn in great peace went to join his Savior, Jesus Christ, seeing Him face to face on Sunday May 19, 2024, at the age of 57, after a short battle with cancer. He was surrounded at home by his loving wife, Janna, of 16 years and daughter Adria.
Tim was born September 16, 1966, to...
Sharil Kay Caldwell
May 19, 2024
Sharil Kay Caldwell passed away peacefully on May 19, 2024, at the age of 68, in Topeka, KS. Born on June 22, 1955, also in Topeka, Sharil's life was a testament to her loving, courageous, and thoughtful nature.
Sharil's journey was marked by her unwavering dedication to her family, which was her greatest joy and pride. Her...
Nancie Johnson Snovelle
May 18, 2024
Nancie Johnson Snovelle, a beacon of warmth and kindness, passed away due to medical complications on May 18, 2024, at the age of 58 in Cottonwood Falls, Kansas. Born on July 2, 1965, in Fresno, California, Nancie's life was a testament to her loving nature and her unwavering commitment to her family, friends, and community.
Nancie was...
Bonnie Lee Morris
May 18, 2024
Bonnie Lee Morris, rural Emporia, died on May 18, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 84.
Bonnie was born in Hartford, Kansas on February 4, 1940, to Raymond L. and Nola B. (Danford) Andrews. She married Virgil J. Morris on June 8, 1958, in Emporia, KS. They were married for nearly...
Chris Edward Kirkwood
May 17, 2024
The angels came down and collected Chris Edward Kirkwood, 74, Topeka, Kansas on Friday,
May 17th, 2024.
He was born on September 15, 1949, to Patience and John Kirkwood in Joplin, Missouri. Chris
is survived by his wife Donna, son Trevor, granddaughters Makenzie and Preslee, four nieces
and one nephew. He...
Robert "Bob" L. Swovelan
May 17, 2024
Robert "Bob" L. Swovelan, 67, of Topeka, KS, passed away, Friday, May 17, 2024, in the comfort of his home with his love, Nova, by his bedside.
He was born March 4, 1957, in Missouri the son of Marshall and Juanita (Booth) Swovelan.
Bob graduated from Richmond High School, Richmond Missouri and went on to...
Jeffrey Lee Powell
May 9, 2024
Jeffrey Lee Powell went home to Jesus on Thursday, May 9, 2024, after suffering an unexpected cerebral hemorrhage on Saturday, May 4. Jeff was beloved by so many. He was characterized by family and friends alike as being a man of humility, kindness, and integrity.
Jeff was born August 14, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas to George Wallace...
Christopher Lee Evans
May 9, 2024
Christopher Lee Evans, 38, of Topeka, KS died at Stormont Vail Hospital on May 9, 2024.
He was born December 21, 1985, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Sonya Renae Christopher and Richard Lee Evans.
Christopher grew up in Topeka all his life and attended Topeka Public Schools and obtained his GED from the state...
Gene A. Berryman
May 8, 2024
Gene A. Beryman passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones on May 8, 2024, in Topeka, KS, after a long but courageous battle with cancer. Born on August 29, 1945, in Greeley, CO, Gene's journey through life was marked by his kindness, quiet nature, and boundless creativity.
After graduating from Potwin High School in Potwin, KS,...
Jon Edward Zimmerman
May 8, 2024
Jon Edward Zimmerman, 87, of Topeka passed away peacefully surrounded by family on May 8, 2024. Jon is survived by his wife of 60 years, Carolyn; son Patrick (Ulrica) of Avon, Co; daughter Angela Ely (Garth) of Newburyport, MA; granddaughter, Kit Ely of New York City; and grandson, Nolan Ely of Merrimac, MA; as well as numerous cousins, nieces,...
Robert "Bob" Eugene Boos
May 8, 2024
Robert "Bob" Eugene Boos, 52, of Topeka, KS, passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at his home.
He was born April 11, 1972 in Topeka, the son of Michael and Jacqueline (Kerly) Boos.
Bob is survived by his father, Michael, mother Jacqueline and a sister, Bonnie Boos.
Cremation has taken place.
