Obituaries
Edward Earl Miles
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...
Kathy King
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...
Jeffrey Raymond Johns
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...
Larry Alan Cammack
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...
Jerry Lee Roberts
Aug 27, 2023
Jerry Lee Roberts, peacefully passed away on August 27, 2023, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 68. Born in Clay Center, KS, on February 7, 1955, Jerry graced the world with his wisdom, intelligence, and thoughtfulness.
Jerry was the beloved son of the late Della Marie Trybom and Eibert H. Roberts. He was a cherished brother...
Christopher Michael "Chris" Woolery
Aug 25, 2023
Christopher Michael "Chris" Woolery, born on February 25, 1946, in Bethesda, Maryland, passed away on August 25, 2023, in Topeka, Kansas. Chris was a man of many talents, interests, and accomplishments. He was a treasured brother, stepfather, grandfather and friend whose vibrant life and unwavering individuality left a lasting impression on all that knew him.
Chris was...
Gary Wayne Brown
Aug 25, 2023
With heavy hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of Gary Wayne Brown, known affectionately to us all as "Butch." Born on October 3, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas, Butch was called home on August 25, 2023, in the very city of his birth. His life was a testament to his faith and the love he had for his family and...
Danny Leroy Lane
Aug 25, 2023
Danny Leroy Lane, known affectionately as Danny, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2023, in his beloved hometown of Topeka, Kansas.
Born on April 18, 1953, also in Topeka, Danny was a true product of the Heartland. A graduate of Topeka High School, he was a man of many talents, a trait that served him well in...
Travis James Johnson
Aug 24, 2023
Travis James Johnson, known affectionately by his friends and family as Travis, passed away on August 24, 2023, in Osage City, Kansas. He was born on July 9, 1976, in Topeka, Kansas, and lived a life marked by generosity, humor, and thoughtfulness.
Travis was a dedicated family man and is survived by his three sons, Chance, Caleb,...
Chris Rajewski
Aug 23, 2023
Chris Rajewski, 62, passed away at his home on August 23, 2023, in Topeka, KS.
He was born January 30, 1961, to his parents Imogene and Charles Rajewski.
Chris is survived by one daughter, Jenny Cunningham (Travis), and two grandchildren Braxton Wilson and Terrance Keever of Osage city KS, along with his true love and...
Janet Kay Dillon
Aug 23, 2023
Janet Kay Dillon, age 76, passed away August 23, 2023, in Manhattan, Kansas. She was born March 21, 1947, in Beloit, Kansas, the daughter of Pid and Maude Eileen Jones.
Kay married Michael Dillon on December 18, 1966. Together, they raised two daughters, Kim Dillon, and Kerry Spencer. She was also a proud grandmother to Kaden and...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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