Obituaries
Cynthia Marie "Cindy" Smith
Jan 8, 2024
Cynthia Marie Smith, affectionately known as Cindy, passed away peacefully due to natural causes on January 8, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on October 4, 1955, in Corona, California, Cindy's zest for life and creative spirit touched the hearts of everyone she encountered.
Cindy's early years in Topeka laid the foundation for her lifelong love of the...
Lisa Marie Hall
Jan 7, 2024
Lisa Marie Hall, 62, of Salina, KS, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2023, at Kenwood View Health and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born December 9, 1961, in Lawrence, KS, the daughter of John and Rosella (Buehler) Salsbury.
Lisa was always cheerful and ready to pitch in to help anyway she could. She followed in her...
Larry Merl Miles
Jan 7, 2024
Larry Merl Miles was born November 22, 1943, in Topeka, Kansas to Merl E. and Fern Adele (Wilder) Miles. Grandson to William Wesley "Wes" and Dorsie Oral Osborn Miles and Baxter Newton and Alice Faye (Worthington) Wilder. He grew up in North Topeka, moving with his parents to near Meriden when he was 20. He was confirmed in Pleasant...
Wanda Kay Arnold-Nitcher
Jan 4, 2024
Wanda Kay Arnold-Nitcher passed away peacefully on January 4, 2024, in her home in Topeka, Kansas.
Born on October 16, 1947, Wanda was preceded in death by her husband Ronald L Nitcher. Surviving family include her sister Joanne and daughters Rhonda, Michelle, and Teresa. Eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive.
Wanda's innate warmth touched...
Greg Fisher
Jan 1, 2024
Greg Fisher, age 57, a life-long resident of Topeka, sadly passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
He was the son of Wayne and Betty Fisher. They preceded him in death in 1978 and 1999 respectively.
He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Kenneth W. Fisher, Steven O. Fisher and a...
Lonnie Houpt
Dec 31, 2023
Lonnie Houpt, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind a legacy of unwavering dedication to his loved ones and a life marked by hard work and joyful pursuits.
Born and raised in the community that he loved, Lonnie was a proud graduate of Highland Park High School.
...Michael Wayne Hughes
Dec 29, 2023
Michael Wayne Hughes, known as Mike to his friends and family, passed away peacefully at his home on December 29, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas.
Born in Ottawa, Kansas, on April 26, 1956, Mike grew up on his father's farm in Ottawa, where he developed a love for the outdoors and a knack for fixing anything that needed...
Sharon June Frost
Dec 25, 2023
Sharon June Frost, a loving wife, mother and sister, passed away on Christmas Day at the age of 66. It is impossible to do justice to her memory and how much she was loved and will be missed by all who knew her but especially her husband, sons and siblings.
She fought cancer with great courage and...
Stanley Dean "Stan" Murphy
Dec 25, 2023
Sadly, Stan passed away on December 25, 2023 at his home in Topeka, Kansas. He was 68 years of age. He went peacefully with family at his side.
Stan was born on October 14, 1955 to parents Murel A. and Eleanor N. (Thompson) Murphy. His parents preceded him in death along with his brother, Dale W. Murphy....
Kathleen Jo Arbogast
Dec 24, 2023
Kathleen J. Arbogast, known affectionately as Kathie to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2023, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 80. Born on May 11, 1943, in Laurinburg, NC, Kathie's vibrancy and warmth brought light and joy to all who knew her throughout her remarkable life.
Kathie was a proud graduate...
Kimberlynn Kaye Alcorn
Dec 24, 2023
Kimberlynn Kaye Alcorn 65 passed away December 24th, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.
The Daughter of Katherin (Rusher) and David Alcorn, born on October 8th, 1958, in Topeka Ks, raised in Topeka until proudly graduating high school in OKC. Class of '76.
Kim is survived by her daughter, Kathrin Alcorn
Grandchildren, Elizabeth, Braxton,...
Nathan Arthur Jones
Dec 23, 2023
Nathan Arthur Jones was born on June 20, 1957, to Reverend Marion E. Jones and Missionary Eleanora G. Bryant-Jones of Topeka, KS. He transitioned into his eternal rest on December 23, 2023.
Nathan was a member of the Church of the Living God and Asbury Mt. Olive Church (Topeka, KS). Nathan graduated from Highland Park High School...
Jacquelyn Marie Dillman
Dec 22, 2023
Jacquelyn Marie Dillman, known affectionately as Jackie to her friends and family, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on December 22nd, 2023, in her hometown of Topeka, KS. Born on January 2nd, 1948, Jackie was a beacon of joy and resilience to all who knew her, living a life filled with laughter, strength, and a wide...
Daniel Lee Burkhart
Dec 22, 2023
Daniel Burkhart 61, of Emporia Kansas passed away unexpectedly in his home on December 20th 2023.
He was born February 12, 1962 the son of Carl Burkhart and Betty Cates,
Daniel worked at Tyson for twenty plus years. He loved fishing and going to garage sales looking for treasures and driving around to find new...
Pastor Jon Phillip Hanna
Dec 21, 2023
It is with sadness that we must announce that my husband and father of our children Jon Phillip Hanna passed away peacefully on December 21st2023 at Topeka Presbyterian Manor.
We would also like to recognize Midland Hospice Care which worked diligently with the Presbyterian Manor to provide his journey home pain-free at last!
He was...
David Wayne Pitt
Dec 14, 2023
David Wayne Pitt, a man who packed a lifetime of love, laughter, and kindness into his 48 years, left this stage for the grandest one of all on December 14, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas, after a final curtain call due to organ failure. Born on a sunny day in Homestead, Florida, in 1975, David brought light and warmth wherever...
Shirley Jo Wright
Dec 13, 2023
Shirley Jo Wright, 82, of Topeka, KS passed away on December 13, 2023.
She was born to Joseph and Norma "Lucurn" (Shipman) Wright on June 5, 1941, in Olathe, Kansas.
Shirley's dad was in the Navy and her family moved around. She lived in New York, Virginia, Kansas, and Puerto Rico while growing up. In...
Floy Kathleen Mauk
Dec 12, 2023
Floy Kathleen Mauk, a special education teacher and lifelong Wichita, Kansas native, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2023, in the company of loved ones, at the age of 72.
Floy is survived by her mother, Sibyl Jeanette York-Mauk; her daughter, Christina Elizabeth Penn; her brother-in-law, Christopher Clark Penn; and many friends and family. She is predeceased...
Wilma Naedean Corkins
Dec 11, 2023
Wilma Naedean Corkins, a beacon of love and faith, has two-stepped her way into heaven on December 11th , 2023 at the age of 81, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by the warmth of her loving family. Born on February 20, 1942, in the comforting embrace of Mountain Home, Arkansas, Wilma brought joy and laughter to all who were blessed...
Virginia Mary "Ginny" Boos
Dec 11, 2023
Virginia Mary "Ginny" Boos, a lifelong resident of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully in her hometown on December 11, 2023, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born on November 12, 1951, in Topeka, to the late Joseph and Virginia (Reeb) Schiefelbein.
She graduated from Highland Park High School and dedicated 30 years of service...
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