Nov 8, 2022

Leonard B. Mitchell, 86 passed away November 8th, 2022, in Overbrook Kansas at the Brookside Retirement Home.

Mr. Mitchell was born July 27, 1936, in Lawrence, Kansas at their home to Carl Leroy Mitchell and Leta Mae (Wilcox) Mitchell.

His family moved to California around 1948. Leonard graduated from Manteca High School in 1954.

Nov 8, 2022

Derrick S. Reed

October 6th 1969 - November 8th 2022

"Keep yourselves in God's love as you wait for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ to bring you to eternal life."

Jude 1:21

Derrick was born on October 6th, 1969, to his parents Edward and Pamela Reed. He was the...

Nov 8, 2022

Kari Lee Kelly, 57 years of age, born October 3, 1965, passed away on Tuesday, November 8th, after a two-year battle with cancer.

Kari was born in Topeka, Kansas, where she attended Jardine Middle School and graduated from Topeka High School. She obtained her bachelor's degree from Washburn University.

Kari went on to serve her...

Nov 6, 2022

Edward Ralph Garber, Jr., 73, passed away on November 6, 2022, surrounded by family.

Eddie Ralph and his twin sister, Margaret Ann, were born on November 11, 1948, in Sabetha, KS. He was the child of Edward and Rosemary Garber. He spent his early life in Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High School in 1966.

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Nov 6, 2022

Curtis M. Brown 56 of Topeka, Kansas passed away on November 6, 2022 at The House at Midland Care surrounded by his family. He was born April 14, 1966 at Topeka Kansas, the son of Edward Paul and Dorothy Marie Brown (Burman).

Curtis was a life-long Topeka resident. He graduated from Seaman High School in 1984.

Nov 6, 2022

Jerry really enjoyed the outdoors. She loved to fish and camp on lakes and rivers. She enjoyed sewing, baking, crocheting, animals, and her favorite color was pink. She loved spending time with her grandchildren, especially when they were very young. She loved holding and caring for babies.

Jerry struggled with health issues from childhood and was nearly...

Nov 5, 2022

Carl Alben Swenson, Jr., 98, died November 5, 2022, at Via Christi Hospital in Manhattan, KS. He was born March 18, 1924, in Clay Center the son of Carl A. and Mamie (Dugan) Swenson.

He married Doris L. Wininger on January 9, 1954. This union produced six children, Deborah, Darlene, Carl III, April, Curtis and Craig. Carl...

Nov 4, 2022

Philip Ervin Daugherty, 76, of Topeka, KS passed away Friday, November 4, 2022 in the comfort of his home with loved ones at his bedside.

He was born September 25, 1946, in Pacific, MO the son of Clarence and Helen (McGinnis) Daugherty.

Philip owned and operated Handcraft Dental Lab for 35 years.  In his spare...

Nov 4, 2022

Cynthia Anne (Luke) Dwyer, 68, of Topeka, KS, passed away Friday, November 4, 2022 at the House at Midland Care.

She was born November 8, 1953, in Topeka the daughter of Richard and Janet (Berry) Luke.

Cynthia is survived by her husband, Steven Dwyer and their son, David Dwyer and his wife, Staci,  a granddaughter,...

Nov 3, 2022

Arla J. Johnson, 86, of Topeka, KS, passed away November 3, 2022 at Stormont-Vail Hospital. She was born August 31, 1936 and raised on a farm near Lebo, KS. Arla was the only child of Dean and Letha (King) Siebuhr.

She graduated from Lebo High School in 1955 and attended Clark's Business School in Topeka. Arla worked...

Nov 3, 2022

Carroll L. Morgenson, age 91, passed away on November 3, 2022 at St Francis Hospital, Topeka, KS.

Carroll was born July 5, 1931, and raised in Salina, KS. He graduated from Kansas State University with a degree in Landscape Architecture in 1953. He served as an air intelligence officer in the US Air Force. He was later...

Nov 1, 2022

Chad E. States, 47, Topeka, committed suicide, Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

Chad was born in Topeka, Kansas, May 15, 1975 to Howard and Juanita States. He graduated from Topeka High School in 1993.

Chad is survived by his wife, Wendi; son, Caenan; son, Treven; mother, Juanita; brother, Travis (Sylvia); nephews, Brauner and Lane. In addition,...

Oct 30, 2022

Gerald A. Irving, 77, of Topeka, KS departed this world on Sunday, October 30, 2022. He was born December 23, 1944, in New Rochelle, NY the son of Charles and Dorothy (Irving) Griffin.

Gerald's family moved to Norfolk, VA where he grew up. He graduated from Booker T. High School and was drafted into the US Army....

Oct 28, 2022

Sophia Anne Shaw (Anne) our beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt and Friend passed away peacefully October 28, 2022, at the age of 80. Anne was born in 1942 in Spartanburg, SC to Thomas and Myrtle Lutz. She was the second of 4 Children.

At a young age Anne moved to Manhattan, KS. Where she lived for many...

Oct 28, 2022

Donna M. (Maggie) Kelley, 88, of Topeka, Kansas died on October 28, 2022, at the House at Midland Care Hospice.

She was born in 1934 in Junction City, KS to D. L. and Violet Huff Garrigues. The family moved to Topeka in 1941.

She graduated from Topeka High School in 1952, and attended Kansas State...

Oct 27, 2022

This is to announce Diana Marie Lemke back into the heavens.

Where she will join her beloved husband Gerald, Mother Erma, Father Oscar, Brother Michael. Leaving behind brother`s Daniel, David and Timothy. Sister Joann. Four children, many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Whom will love and cherish her memory. And be truly happy for her ascending...

Oct 27, 2022

On October 27, 2022, Willadene Hudson passed away peacefully at her home. She was 93 years old. A long time Emporia native, Willadene was well-loved in her community. From her early years of working at Didde Corporation, to volunteering, and being an active member of the First Baptist Church, she always made time for the people she loved. Willadene...

Oct 26, 2022

We are sad to announce the passing of Kay Abitz, Onaga, formally from Wheaton. She died at the age of 79 on October 26, 2022, surrounded by her loved ones after a short battle with cancer. A grave side service and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be sent to the...

Oct 21, 2022

Craig was born October 12, 1951, in Pratt, Kansas. He left this earth on October 21, 2022.

He is survived by his two sisters, Vivian Johnson, Wichita, KS; Yvonne Carey (Steven) Murfreesboro, TN; nieces and nephews: Ernest Warren (Jaime) Wichita, KS, Angela Sanders, Dallas, TX; Amber Villa (Mike), Wichita, KS; Ebony Deputy, Orlando, Florida, Danisha McCloud, Wichita,...

Oct 18, 2022

Robert Dean Nelson (Bob) died at the Stoneybrook Care Center, Manhattan, Kansas, on

October 18, 2022. Bob was born on August 20, 1944, to Martin and Eulah Nelson, Olsburg,

Kansas. He graduated from Blue Valley High School, Randolph. Following graduation, he

resided in Manhattan for a short time where he was a member...