Sep 20, 2023

In the year of our Lord, one thousand nine hundred and forty-two, on the twenty-ninth day of the first month, in the bustling city of Chicago, Illinois, Carl Alfred Lundquist was born unto this world.

The tale of Carl, a man of kindness, humor, and intelligence, begins and continues until the twentieth day of September, two thousand...

Sep 19, 2023

Dan (Joe) Marcoux was the third of eight siblings born to Art and Rae Marcoux.

He is survived by six siblings, two children by Lise Archambeau (Shannon and Tonya-deceased), and four grandchildren.

After serving in the Army during the Vietnam conflict, Dan worked in various areas. These included as an assistant manager at Arbichon's Hardware,...

Sep 19, 2023

William Harvey Sumner, affectionately known as "Bill", passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023, in Topeka, KS. Born in Holton, KS, on August 22, 1936, Bill's life was a testament to family, hard work, perseverance, and the love of music.

Raised in the Holton area, Bill was the youngest of 10 children. He was preceded in death...

Sep 19, 2023

Kathleen (Kathy) Ann Young, 71, of Melvern, Kansas, passed away after a five-year battle with pancreatic cancer on September 19, 2023. Kathy was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 2, 1952 to Vince Andre Young and Helen Mae Patterson Young.

Kathy owned and operated Kathy's Kitchen, formerly Whistle Stop Cafe, in Melvern, Kansas for approximately 25 years....

Sep 18, 2023

Kathleen Sue (Holdren) Tatro, affectionately known as Kathy, was born on October 5, 1946, in Concordia, KS. She was the embodiment of love, kindness, and humor, and her spirit was contagious. She passed away on September 18, 2023, in Topeka, KS, after a spirited battle with pneumonia and sepsis. She fought hard, but the angels needed a good laugh,...

Sep 18, 2023

Anna Bell (Parsley) Sloop passed away September 18, 2023.

She was born January 8, 1941, in Emly, Kentucky to Fannie and George Parsley. On December 25, 1961,

Anna Bell married Kenneth Wayne Sloop. She was preceded in death by her parents and all nine of her siblings. Anna Bell is survived by her husband of...

Sep 17, 2023

Joseph Eugene Davis, Jr.

Surrounded by his loving family, Joe passed on September 17, 2023, at Midland Care Hospice House.

Joseph Eugene Davis, Jr. was born on August 13, 1953, in Lawrence, KS. He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Karen, of Topeka, KS; son Bryce Kenton Davis and his wife Abby,...

Sep 17, 2023

Hudson Huston Hamilton, was a man who knew how to make life interesting. Born on July 18, 1942, in Kansas City, MO, and passing away on September 17, 2023, in Topeka, KS, Hud drove in the fast lane but lived at his own leisurely pace. He was loving, kind, and generous, but he'd probably prefer to be remembered as...

Sep 17, 2023

Mary Victoria "Cummings" Samz, known to all as Mary, has left the building! Born on February 24, 1947, in Topeka, KS, she decided to check out on September 17, 2023, in the same city, citing "natural causes" as her reason. She leaves behind a legacy of laughter and joy that will continue to echo through our hearts.

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Sep 16, 2023

TOPEKA - Charles R. "Chuck" Hanshaw, Sr., 69,

of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on September 16,

2023. He was born on January 30, 1954.

Chuck was known for being The All-American Dad and

will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Chuck  is survived by his loving wife...

Sep 15, 2023

Wilma Jean Eisenhut, 96, of Topeka, passed away Friday, September 15, 2023.

She was born September 2,1927, in Topeka, the daughter of Peter and Lucy VanEs.

She married Eugene Eisenhut in a double ring wedding ceremony with her sister Marjorie and Theodore Gehrt on April 17, 1949.

In addition to raising 4 children,...

Sep 14, 2023

Alicia Marie Tabares, 39, passed away on September 14th, 2023 at her home in Bushong, Ks. after an extended illness. She is survived by her son, Talan Tabares of Emporia, Ks. Father, Joseph Tabares and step mother Belinda Tabares. Brothers Paul Tabares, Julio Tabares, Joseph Tabares Jr, Jimmy Rangel and Elvis Tabares. Sisters, Jamie Tabares, Shelly Gutierrez all of...

Sep 12, 2023

Kristin Sue Woborny, 68, of Frankfort, KS, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at Community Memorial Health in Marysville, KS.

She was born on March 18, 1955, in Marysville, KS, the daughter of Roy and Virginia (Christensen) Woborny.

On April 28th, 1988, Kristin received her BA in Biblical Studies and Minor in Christian Education,...

Sep 11, 2023

Earl was born June 15, 1938, in Dodge City, Kansas. He lived on a farm in Meade Kansas where he worked with his parents as well as at their Mobile Station. In high school, he enjoyed playing football and later in life, enjoyed watching his grandsons play football and other sports. Earl graduated from Meade High School in 1956...

Sep 11, 2023

Mary Deanne Simmons, known affectionately as Deanne, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2023, in Wamego, Kansas. Born on January 27, 1964, in Boonville, Missouri, Deanne was a beacon of faith, love, and selflessness.

Deanne is survived by her devoted husband, William Simmons, and their five children, Amanda (Eric) Reichle, Juanita (Jeff) Simmons, Rebbeca (David) Henderson, James...

Sep 10, 2023

David Franklin Woodcock, affectionately known as Dave, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2023, in his hometown of Topeka, KS, after a courageous battle with cancer.

He was born on June 18, 1950, and lived a vibrant life filled with love, laughter, and passion. Dave is survived by his loving wife, Janice Woodcock, his adored daughters, Amy...

Sep 6, 2023

Edward E. Miles (72), passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family on September 6, 2023, following a long battle with COPD and a short battle with Liver Carcinoma.

He was born in Topeka, Kansas, on December 20, 1950, to Earl Floyd Miles and Virginia P Dennison Miles. Ed graduated from Highland Park High School...

Sep 5, 2023

Kathy King, 63, entered the gates of Heaven in the early morning hours on Sept 5th, 2023. Kathy was surrounded by her closest loved ones and was well taken care of by the good doctors and nurses on the fifth floor of the KU Med Center Neurology department.

Although our hearts are broken, we take comfort in...

Sep 1, 2023

Jeffrey Raymond Johns passed away on September 1st, 2023, at his home in Emporia, KS.

He was born on February 27th, 1958, to Walter L. Johns and Donna M. Johns.

Jeffrey graduated from Reading High School in 1976 where he played basketball and football. He also had a Hay hauling business during that time. He...

Aug 28, 2023

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, teacher, mentor, friend Larry Alan Cammack, 84, of Topeka, Kansas died Monday, August 28, 2023, at his home. The family takes comfort in the hope of his reuniting in his heavenly home with loved ones that preceded him.

The family will greet friends from 10 - 10:30 am in the...