Obituaries
Earl T. Barnes
Jun 24, 2023
Earl T. Barnes, age 64, passed away from natural causes at home in Topeka, Kansas the weekend of June 24th. He was born on April 30th, 1959 and grew up in Nevada, Missouri.
He was a devout family man and always helped his neighbors. He worked in construction for years and liked working with his hands. He...
Shirley Marie Reed-Brown
Jun 24, 2023
Shirley Marie Reed-Brown, 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 24, 2023, at McCrites Retirement Community.
Shirley was born March 21, 1936, in Richland Ks. Her parents were Woodrow Wilson Reed and Pearl Marie Belles-Reed. She had two younger brothers Emmett (Gwen) and Ronald (Nancy) Reed. She graduated High School in 1954 Overbrook High School where she...
Sharlene A. Henderson
Jun 23, 2023
Sharlene A. Henderson, 82, passed away at Plaza West Care Center on Friday, June 23, 2023.
She worked for and retired from Southwestern Bell.
She is survived by her brothers, DL (Suzy) Smith, John (Kellie) Smith and sister Sandy Theis. Four grandchildren and one step-grandchild also survive.
She was preceded in death by...
Robert K. Williams
Jun 21, 2023
Robert K. Williams, fell asleep in death surrounded by loved ones on the 21st of June 2023.
He was born December 10, 1958, in Denver Colorado, and was baptized as one of Jehovah's Witnesses on May 26, 1974.
Robert was preceded in death by his father David E. Williams, mother Hazel Odgers, and his firstborn...
Theodore "Ted" Wright
Jun 19, 2023
Theodore "Ted" Wright, a man known for his love of family, selfless spirit, and generous heart, passed away on June 19, 2023, in his hometown of Topeka, KS. Born on May 7, 1958, Ted left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone he met.
Ted was a skilled carpenter by trade, a profession he was deeply...
Audrey Faye Weller
Jun 19, 2023
Audrey Faye Weller passed away peacefully on June 19, 2023 at the age of 97. She was born to Rasmus M. and Alta M. (Rifenbark) Anderson on December 2, 1925 in Hartford, Kansas. At the age of four, the family moved to Emporia, Kansas.
Audrey graduated from Emporia High School as an honor student a year early....
Linda Darnell Piper
Jun 17, 2023
Linda Darnell Piper, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 17, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas, due to sepsis and organ failure. A small service, and celebration of life will be on June 23, 2023 at 3 PM at her home in Americus, Kansas. Born on April 20, 1955, in Meade, Kansas, daughter of Howard...
Jess Winston Taylor
Jun 16, 2023
Jess Winston Taylor
2 August 1929 – 16 June 2023
COL Jess W. Taylor, United States Army Reserve (Retired), passed away Friday June 16, 2023. He was born August 2, 1929 in Kansas City, MO to Lewis and Helen Taylor.
Jess graduated from Wichita East High School and Wichita State University with a...
Edward Lane Slusher
Jun 14, 2023
Edward Lane Slusher
1932-2023
Edward Lane Slusher passed away on his own terms and in his own damned time on June 14, 2023 in his home in Tecumseh, Kansas. Edward was born in Floyd, Virginia to Callie and George Slusher.
After graduating Floyd High School in 1949, Edward joined the Air Force, serving...
Lawrence Douglas Tate
Jun 13, 2023
Lawrence Douglas Tate, affectionately referred to by many as L.T, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2023, in Oskaloosa, Kansas, after a courageous battle with dementia. Born on January 23, 1954, in Lawrence, Kansas, Lawrence was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend who touched the lives of many with his spirited nature and love of life.
...Georgia Leanora Rohlfs
Jun 12, 2023
Georgia Leanora Rohlfs, a loving daughter, sister, and aunt, passed away on June 12, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas.
Born on November 11, 1996, in Marietta, Georgia, she was a courageous, funny, and spirited young woman who brought joy to everyone she knew.
Georgia was the cherished daughter of Spencer Alan Rohlfs and Cynthia Marie Sook,...
Daniel Dave Davenport
Jun 11, 2023
Daniel Dave Davenport, 66, passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at his home surrounded by family after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He was born August 12, 1956, in Topeka, KS the son of Guy and Juanita Davenport.
Daniel is survived by his wife, Dusty, his brother, Dale, sister-in-law Cheryl, niece Kristin...
Judy Ann Sorell-Katz
Jun 11, 2023
Judy Ann Sorell-Katz, affectionately known as Judy, passed away on June 11, 2023, at the age of 66 in Manhattan, KS, after a fierce battle with leukemia. She was born on April 14, 1957, in Concordia, KS, and spent her entire life enjoying family, friends and work.
Judy was the life of the party, and her family,...
Rodney D. Myers
Jun 11, 2023
Rodney D. Myers 68, of Topeka, KS, passed away on June 11, 2023.
Rodney was born on March 9th 1955, to Dale Leo Charles Myers and Betty J Myers in Independence Kansas. He grew up on a farm in Coffeyville, Kansas and is one of 3 children.
He met his wife Mary (PJ) Myers, and...
Wanda M. Owens
Jun 6, 2023
Wanda M. Owens, 83, of Topeka, KS, went to be with her Lord on June 6, 2023.
Wanda was born on October 8th, 1939, to William Earl and Nancy Browning. She grew up on a farm in Anthony, Kansas with seven siblings.
She met the love of her life, Robert Owens, and they married in...
Steven Michael Shelton
Jun 5, 2023
Steven Michael Shelton, 68, of Reading, Kansas, passed on June 5, 2023, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Steven was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer in September of 2021.
Steven was born on April 14, 1955, in Fredonia, Kansas. Steven is preceded in death by his mother, Jane King. Steven is survived by his wife, Missy Bane-Shelton...
Ralph Anthony Vila
Jun 5, 2023
Ralph Anthony Vila, a loving and generous man known for his thoughtfulness and kindness, passed away of natural causes on June 5, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas.
Born on April 24, 1948, in New York, New York, Ralph lived a fulfilling life that touched many hearts. Ralph's early years in New York shaped his character and instilled in...
Cathleen Sue Dachenhausen
Jun 5, 2023
Cathleen Sue Dachenhausen, affectionately known as Cathy, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2023, in Tecumseh, Kansas, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on January 20, 1950, in Topeka, Kansas, Cathy was a loving, selfless, and wise woman who devoted her life to her family and friends.
Cathy was preceded in death by her parents, Melvin...
Rachael Lynn Fulton
Jun 5, 2023
Rachael Lynn Fulton, a caring mother and beloved friend passed away unexpectedly in Topeka Kansas at the age of 40 on June 5th, 2023. Her family and friends will miss her more than words can say.
Rachael was born on Fort Bragg in Fayetteville, NC to Ronna Fulton. Military life brought several moves, but eventually they settled...
Harry H. Wist
Jun 4, 2023
Harry H. Wist, 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away at his Home on Sunday, June 4, 2023.
He was born July 5th, 1948, in Fall City, NE the son of Henry and Bernice (Adams) Wist. Harry lived most of his life in Hiawatha and Topeka.
He is survived by two brothers, Edward (Joyce) Wist of...
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