Nov 5, 2023

Cynthia A. Brooks, known fondly as Cindy, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2023, in her hometown of Topeka, KS. Born on March 5, 1959, also in Topeka, she lived a life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to her family and profession.

Cindy was the beloved mother of Jessica and Rene Anguiano (Jacob) &...

Nov 3, 2023

Donald Dean Wendt passed away peacefully on Friday, November 3, 2023 at his home in Perry, KS surrounded by his family. He was born on March 16, 1945 in Axtell, KS to Ervin and Louise (Peggy) Wendt.

Donald grew up and attended school in Denison and Holton as well as automotive painting technical college in Chicago, IL....

Nov 3, 2023

Kevin Michael Bruton, Topeka, passed away Friday, November 3, 2023.

He was born October 2, 1964, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Darold Bruton and Marian (Ginter) Tillman. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1983. He is known for his glorious smile, huge hugs, beautiful hair, smelling good, and his famous "sumabitch' saying. He will...

Nov 1, 2023

Mathew Lynn Rakestraw, known fondly as Matt, passed away at Midland Hospice, in Topeka, Kansas on November 1, 2023, from Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was 69 years old. Born on August 7, 1954, in Henderson, Kentucky, Matt was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother. His life was marked by an exceptional ability to build and fix anything, a sharp...

Oct 31, 2023

Larry A Patrick passed away on October 31, 2023, from Cancer.

He was born September 18, 1948, in Topeka Kansas, the son of George and Mavis (Johnson) Patrick.

He married Judy A. Patrick on April 20,1974. She preceded him in death. Also preceding him in death are his parents and two of his brothers and...

Oct 28, 2023

Rebecca "Becky" Bauman, 72, passed away on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at the Healthcare Resort of Topeka. She was born September 14, 1951, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Valentine and Cruse (Gutierrez) Corona.

Becky grew up in the Oakland community in Topeka. She attended State Street Elementary School, Holiday Junior High School, and Highland Park High...

Oct 26, 2023

David Arthur Robles, 64, of Lecompton KS, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2023.

He was born June 12, 1959 in San Manuel, AZ, the son of Mke and Verna (Hartless) Robles.

David was preceded in death by both of his parents and older brother. He leaves behind his wonderful family, Sheila Robles, daughters, Lindsey Thompson...

Oct 25, 2023

Jean Evelyn (Dawson) Robison, affectionately known as Jean, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2023, in Topeka, KS, after a life full of love, family, and service. Born on February 7, 1932, in Hill City, KS, to Hubert A. Dawson and Bertha L. (Howard) Dawson, Jean's life was a testament to her resilience, intelligence, and dedication to her family....

Oct 23, 2023

Rebecca Anne (Frye) Hoffman, a beloved wife, mother, and educator, passed away at the age of 70 on October 23, 2023.

She was born August 23, 1953, to Norma Jean (Winders) and Richard Duane Frye in Hutchinson, Kansas.

Rebecca spent her childhood in Hutchinson before moving to Manhattan, Kansas for her senior year of high...

Oct 21, 2023

Harvey Dean Hansen, a man of creativity, adventure, and friendliness, passed away on October 21, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas. He was born on February 9, 1941, on a farm near White City, Kansas, to the late Paul and Blanche Hansen. Harvey was a cherished brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather.

Harvey was the youngest of the three...

Oct 16, 2023

R C "Bob" Boswell, born November 29, 1931 in Watonga, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully from heart failure on October 16, 2023 in Topeka, Kansas surrounded by family.

Bob was the cherished husband of Charlotte "Ann" Boswell, the loving father of Anthony "Devin" Boswell (Rebecca), and the proud grandfather of Cory (Leila "Joey"), Dylan, and Skylar (River) Boswell....

Oct 14, 2023

Marilyn Louise (Wilkey) Atchley, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, October 14th, 2023.

Marilyn was born January 11th, 1935, in Laramie, Illinois. She married John R. Atchley on February 11, 1953. They had four children together.

Marilyn loved her Wednesday Ladies Bridge Group and traveling and playing golf with her husband John.

She...

Oct 14, 2023

Dennis Lee Schmidt, a cherished husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully passed away at Lawrence Memorial Hospital on October 14, 2023 at the age of 77. Dennis was surrounded by his loving family at his time of death, taking his final breath in unison with the last note of "Spirit in the Sky" by Norman Greenbaum. Dennis was born October...

Oct 13, 2023

Jerry Powell passed away October 13, 2023, surrounded by his family. Jerry was born on August 20, 1942, in Coffeyville, Kansas. He spent his formative years in Coffeyville except for a time in South America where his father worked in the oil industry. He was a graduate of Coffeyville High School and Wichita State University.

Early in...

Oct 12, 2023

Jim made his transition from earth to Heaven on Thursday, October 12, 2023 at his home with family members present. On Monday he had suffered a brain aneurysm from which he did not regain consciousness.

Jim is survived by his wife, Joan, son Nathan Brown (Gretchen) , daughter Rachele Pruett (Greg), grandchildren Zachary Pruett, Nora Pohlenz (Zachary),...

Oct 12, 2023

Benita Kay (Adams) Wollen, 78, of Carbondale, KS, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 12, 2023, in the comfort of her own with her loved ones by her bedside.

She was born November 3, 1944, in Hardtner, KS, the daughter of Orville and Dora (Molz) Adams.

Benita was raised in Osawatomie, KS, and was a...

Oct 11, 2023

Frances Marie Hunt, 75, of Abilene, KS, passed away on October 11, 2023, at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS.

She was born August 11, 1948, in Tokyo, Japan, the daughter of Master Sergeant Albert F. Hunt and Sergeant First Class, Claudine (Dixon) Hunt.

After returning to the states,...

Oct 11, 2023

Linda M. Curry, 59, of Junction City, Kansas passed away surrounded by family and loved ones on October 11, 2023. Linda was born on May 30, 1964, to Frank Stevens and Mary Bayes in Junction City, Kansas. She was the fourth of seven children. Linda spent most of her life in Kansas but had the occasional opportunity to travel...

Oct 10, 2023

Corliss Ann (Ferguson) Wheatley, "Corky", went home to her Angels and beloved family on October 10th, 2023.

Corliss was born on June 23, 1949 in Pueblo, CO to her parents Earl and Lee Ferguson.

Corliss moved to Topeka in the 5th grade and graduated from Highland Park High School in 1967. She was married to...

Oct 10, 2023

Curtis Levon Easton Jr. born February 12th, 1985, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania passed away on October 10, 2023, at St. Luke's Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri due to complications of heart failure with family by his bedside.

Curtis moved to Topeka, Kansas in 1999 with his mother Sallie Easton. He was educated in the Seaman and 501 school...