Obituaries

Jesse Lloyd Bailey

Jesse Lloyd Bailey

Aug 22, 2023

Jesse Lloyd Bailey, born May 09,1954. He was 69 years old was sudenly called home on August 22nd, 2023.

Born and Raised in Topeka. Son of deceased parents of Mary Marie Bailey and Foster Benjamin Bailey. One brother Howard W. Bailey of Topeka, a sister Connie Bailey ( Morrris) of Siilver Lake, a sister Rosemary Bailey (...

Pearl Mae Graber

Pearl Mae Graber

Aug 21, 2023

Mrs. Graber, 91, originally from Pretty Prairie, Kansas passed away on August 21, 2023 in Topeka, KS. In 1953, she graduated from Bethel College, North Newton, KS. Her parents were Bernard Graber from Montana and Bessie Stucky from Pretty Prairie. She had one sister, Lila, who resided in Canton, KS until her death in 2010. She had other siblings...

Russell Galen Freel

Russell Galen Freel

Aug 21, 2023

Russell Galen Freel, known by many as Russ, was a man whose life was a testament to valor, resourcefulness, and generosity. Born on January 30th, 1949, in Topeka, KS, Russ embarked on a journey that would span 74 years. His journey came to a peaceful end surrounded by his family in Mayetta, KS, on August 21st, 2023, due to...

William Bloxham Dean

William Bloxham Dean

Aug 21, 2023

William Bloxham Dean, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully in Topeka, Kansas, on August 21, 2023. Born on March 25, 1945, in Chanute, Kansas, Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother.

Bill was the son of the late Lyle and Helen Dean. He grew up in Chanute, Kansas, surrounded by his three sisters,...

Donna Belle Edwards

Donna Belle Edwards

Aug 19, 2023

Donna Belle Edwards passed away on August 19, 2023, in Overland Park, KS, due to complications from Alzheimer's. Born on December 8, 1937, in Horton, KS, Donna was a beacon of love, faith, and creativity throughout her 85 years of life to her family and friends.

Donna was the cherished wife of Wade Edwards for 64 years,...

Troy Dale Powell

Troy Dale Powell

Aug 19, 2023

Troy Dale Powell, known to all as Troy, was a man who lived life with the spirit of a cowboy. Born on March 2, 1946, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, he rode off into the sunset on August 19, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of laughter and love.

Troy was a graduate of Palo Duro High...

Arlo   J. “Buck” Mildenstein

Arlo J. “Buck” Mildenstein

Aug 17, 2023

Arlo J. "Buck" Mildenstein went home to be with the Lord on August 17, 2023, after a short battle with cancer in Topeka, KS. He was 76 and tended to at home by his loving daughters, Saunja and Tamara.

Buck was born in 1947 in Waterloo, Iowa to Arlo E. and Virginia R. Mildenstein. He married his...

Oleta Lee (Andrews) Curtis

Oleta Lee (Andrews) Curtis

Aug 16, 2023

Oleta Lee (Andrews) Curtis, fondly known as "Olie", passed away at the age of 85 on August 16, 2023 in Topeka, KS. Born on March 2, 1938 in Downs, KS, she lived a life full of love, laughter, and a warm, welcoming spirit. Her passing was due to congestive heart failure, but her legacy lives on in the hearts...

Lois "Fern" Millentree

Lois "Fern" Millentree

Aug 14, 2023

Lois "Fern" Millentree, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2023, in Topeka, KS. Born on September 2, 1950, in Horton, KS, Fern was a beacon of love, strength, and resilience who lit up the lives of all who knew her.

Fern was the rock of her family, a woman of...

Doane Michael Baldwin

Doane Michael Baldwin

Aug 12, 2023

Doane Michael Baldwin, a beloved father, veteran, and avid outdoorsman, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2023, at the Midland Care Hospice House, with loved ones at his side. His courageous battle with cancer came to an end, but his spirit and fun-loving personality remain vivid in the hearts of all who knew him.

Doane was born...

Mary  Ellen "Sis" Parman

Mary Ellen "Sis" Parman

Aug 12, 2023

Mary Ellen "Sis" Parman, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, was called home to be with the Lord on August 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at the Topeka HealthCare Resort. Born December 6, 1931 in the peaceful town of Silver Grove, Kentucky, she lived a life filled with profound faith, boundless love, and generous service to...

Marylin Ruth Andres

Marylin Ruth Andres

Aug 11, 2023

Marylin Ruth Andres, 76, of Alta Vista, KS, passed away quietly on August 11, 2023, at the House at Midland care in Topeka.

She was born on August 2, 1947, in Arkansas City, KS, the daughter of William and Ruth (Rahn) Hardy.

Marylin attended a two-room country school and graduated as Valedictorian from Dexter High...

Randall Dean "Randy" Williamson

Randall Dean "Randy" Williamson

Aug 10, 2023

Randy Williamson, 72 of Topeka, Kansas left this world peacefully surrounded by his family.

Randall Dean Williamson was born January 21, 1951 to Duane and Wanda (Law) Williamson in Emporia, KS. He attended Emporia public schools and graduated from Emporia High in 1969. During his school years he was active in 4H and Rodeos and helped out...

Jackie   Dean Redmond

Jackie Dean Redmond

Aug 10, 2023

Jackie Dean Redmond was born April 27, 1969, in Olathe Kansas, and left this earthly life on August 10, 2023.

Jack lived many years in Topeka, Kansas before moving to Colorado Springs, Colorado with his family.

He graduated from Doherty High School in Colorado Springs in 1987. He enjoyed the adventures with his dad and...

Laura  Delane  Deen

Laura Delane Deen

Aug 8, 2023

Laura Delane Deen, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2023, in Moran, Kansas. She was born on May 27, 1953, in Fort Scott, Kansas, and lived a life full of love, warmth, and deep connections.

Laura was a woman of strong faith and unwavering spirit. Her resilience in the face of...

Izzy

Izzy

Aug 7, 2023

Izayah (Izzy) Kyree Bayne came into our lives and hearts May 28, 1999 and passed away August 7, 2023.

He was born and grew up in Neptune, New Jersey. Izzy graduated from Neptune High School in 2017 then went on to graduate from Job Corp in 2022. He loved to play video games and watch anime. Izzy...

Emma Lee Wiltrout

Emma Lee Wiltrout

Aug 5, 2023

Emma Lee Wiltrout, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas.

Born on January 2, 1942, in Wamego, Kansas, Emma was a radiant beacon of love and support to her family and friends throughout her life. Her cause of death remains unknown.

Emma was the cherished daughter...

Martha  Lee  Donohoe

Martha Lee Donohoe

Jul 30, 2023

Walt and Martha Donohoe left this world exactly 23 years apart. Walt passed July 30,2000, Martha left us July 30, 2023. The family is amazed by this coincidence. We can hear Dad saying " I've been waiting for you woman!" Mom probably came right back with "Good things come to those who wait Walther!"

Martha and Walt...

Gary Wayne Weekly

Gary Wayne Weekly

Jul 27, 2023

Gary Wayne Weekly was born in Missouri on April 17, 1947, to George and Dorothy McMurren Weekly. George's job with the railroad brought them to Topeka and to Trinity Methodist Church, where 15-year old Gary met 12-year old Jenay Atkinson. Once they were old enough, their first date was to see a Beatles movie. Gary graduated from Topeka High...

Herbert  S. Reid, Iii

Herbert S. Reid, Iii

Jul 26, 2023

Herbert S. Reid, III, 73, of Russell, KS, formerly of Alexandria, VA, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023, at the Russell Regional Hospital.

He was born April 29, 1950. Herb grew up in Alexandria, VA and retired in Bunker Hill, KS to chase pheasants.

He served in Vietnam as a US Army helicopter pilot. Herb...

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