May 15, 2023

Michael David Garrett, 70, of Wakarusa, KS went to be with Jesus on May 15, 2023, surrounded by his family and loved ones at Midland Hospice House, Topeka, KS.

Mike was born November 9, 1952, in Topeka, KS to Rex E. and Mary D. Garrett. He served in the United States Air Force from 1973 to 1977....

May 11, 2023

Ingeborg Rosmarie Nicely, 82, of Topeka, KS, died May 27, 2023, at her home.

She was born June 11, 1940, in Frankfurt, Germany the daughter of Johan and Berta Seindenthal.

Ingeborg was united in marriage to Glenn Nicely, he preceded her in death. She is survived by a daughter, Angela Godin and her husband, Mark...

May 8, 2023

Larry Berkley Jones, 84, of Topeka and formerly of Humboldt, died Monday, May 8, 2023, at The House at Midland Care in Topeka, Kansas.

Larry was born on October 29, 1938, in Blue Rapids, Kansas, to Horace and Mary Jones. He was one of four sons.

He graduated from Humboldt High School in 1956, joined...

May 3, 2023

Ervin Leo Cole, aka, "Papa Erv", 83, of Carbondale, KS, passed away Tuesday, May 3, 2023, at Homestead of Auburn.

He was born April 9, 1940, in Bakersfield, CA the son of Corda and Ellie (Merchant) Cole.

Papa Erv served in the US Air Force and retired from Sprint where he worked as a Fiber...

May 2, 2023

Juanna Marie Jackson (nèe Sapere), 53, completed her final journey to join her husband, father, and grandparents in Heaven, after a 10-month battle with brain and lung cancer on May 2, 2023.

She was born as Wanna Wunan Pientasong on July 26, 1969 in Korat, Thailand. She was half Thai and half Chinese or Japanese. Her first...

May 1, 2023

Orlyn Kenneth "Ken" Johnson, 84, of Emporia, KS, passed away Monday, May 1, 2023, at Wesley Medical Center, Wichita, KS.

Ken was born February 13, 1939, in Emporia, the son of Orlyn Warner and Juanita (Cooley) Johnson.

He was a 1957 graduate of Emporia High School and attended KSTC which is now Emporia State University....

Apr 28, 2023

Michael "Mike" Vance, a man known for his quick wit and wicked sense of humor, took his final curtain call on April 28, 2023, at the age of 57. Born on December 16, 1965, in Kansas City, KS. He passed away in Topeka, KS, but not before leaving a lasting impression on everyone he met.

Mike is...

Apr 26, 2023

Shirley Marie Koci was born (December 10th, 1936) and raised in Spiro, OK where she attended Spiro High School. She left this earth on April 26th, 2023.

She married Donald H. Koci, Sr. November 30th 1956 in Spiro, OK after which he whisked her away to Auburn, KS and a brand new house he'd built for her,...

Apr 25, 2023

Always in Our Hearts

Sandra 'Sandy' Kay Lemke, 77, of Topeka peacefully entered into the arms of Jesus on April 25th, 2023 surrounded by family.

She was born November 17, 1945, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Thomas and Rosa Beers. She attended the Lawrence School District. Throughout her life she worked hard to support...

Apr 24, 2023

Matthew Robert Williams passed away on Monday, April 24, 2023, at the age of 48.

Everyone that knew Matt knew he was a lifelong fan of the KU Jayhawks and the Kansas City Chiefs. When he wasn't watching his favorite teams, he was playing in pool leagues and tournaments.

Matt is survived by his children...

Apr 22, 2023

Darryl Scott Hayes Jr., affectionately known as D.J., was born on March 29, 1976, in Siloam

Springs, Arkansas, and passed away on April 22, 2023, he passed away in Topeka, Kansas, due to

a tragic car accident. Despite the sorrow of his untimely passing, we choose to remember the

light he brought into...

Apr 21, 2023

Lois Elaine Kelly, 86, of Topeka, passed away April 21, 2023. She was born February 7, 1937, in Manhattan, KS, the daughter of Arthur and Doris (Lundin) Allen.

She was a graduate of Topeka High School in 1955 and Washburn University in 1959. Lois was crowned homecoming queen during her senior year at Topeka High and sophomore...

Apr 21, 2023

Paula Sue Taylor-Estep, a spirited, loving, and courageous woman, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on June 6, 1956, in Salina, Kansas, she dedicated her life to her family, friends, and community.

Paula was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Her family was her pride and joy, and she was deeply loved...

Apr 21, 2023

Alfred Freddie Martinez, 80, of Topeka, KS, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023, at the House at Midland Care. He was born August 5, 1942, in Dodge City, KS, the son of Manuel and Dora (Briseño) Martinez.

Shortly after graduating from Dodge City High School, Freddie joined the US Navy, serving 6 years during the Vietnam War....

Apr 18, 2023

Lawrence Edward Good, known to many as Larry, passed away peacefully from natural causes on April 18, 2023, in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Born on September 17, 1939, Larry lived a full and meaningful life, touching the lives of many with his kindness, wisdom, and sense of humor.

Larry was born in Topeka, Kansas to James...

Apr 15, 2023

Paul Joseph Rodenbaugh of Techumseh, KS, passed away Saturday, April 15, 2023.

He was born January 23, 1944 in Topeka, KS, the son of Mathias and Edith (Brubaker) Rodenbaugh of St. Marys, KS.

Paul was a 1962 graduate of St.Marys High School and attended business college in Topeka. He worked in the business office at...

Apr 12, 2023

Todd Lee Earl Bean of Topeka, passed away on April 12, 2023, at the age of 61 after a battle with cancer.

He was born to Warren Bean and Ginger Roberts on June 28, 1961, in Hyannis, Massachusetts.

Todd Bean was preceded in death by Warren Bean (father), Ginger Roberts (mother) and Warren Lee Arthur...

Apr 10, 2023

Jerry Allen Harter, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away

peacefully on April 10, 2023, at St. Luke's Heart Institute in Kansas City, MO.

Born on January 22, 1943, in Bern, Kansas, Jerry is survived by his wife Barbara of 60 years, daughter, Deborah

Reding (Kevin Reding) of Leoti, KS., granddaughter...

Apr 6, 2023

Mary Alice Huntsman passed away at her home in Topeka, KS on April 6th, 2023, following a

stroke. She was born at her home in Delia, KS on October 11, 1931, to her parents Joseph and

Cecil Olina Thompson Zlatnik. She was preceded in death by brothers Laverne and Roger and

sisters Evelyne...

Apr 6, 2023

Michael Joerge Holdren, affectionately known as "Big Mike," passed away on April 6, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas, after courageously battling an illness. Born on February 13, 1988, in Salina, Kansas, Big Mike brought joy and warmth to everyone who knew him throughout his 35 years of life.

Mike was a proud graduate of Seaman High School and...