May 22, 2025

Earl W. Benson, age 86, passed away from this life and joined Jesus on May 22, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.

Earl was born on August 3, 1938, in Idabel, Oklahoma. He began working for the Santa Fe Railroad in 1959 in San Bernardino, California at the age of 21. He retired in 2001 in Topeka, Kansas after...

May 20, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ray Allen Santin

Ray Allen Santin was taken to his Savior, Jesus Christ on May 20, 2025. He was born on November 21, 1971 in Stroud, Oklahoma to Karen June (McElroy) and Henry Ray Santin. Ray lived a life that was far from ordinary. From the very beginning, Ray had a passion for...

May 17, 2025

Ronald Robert DeWeese, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away on May 17, 2025. Born on July 12, 1942 to the late Ronald Oliver DeWeese and Helen Katherine Flanagan DeWeese in Kansas City, MO, Ron was a cherished husband, father, and friend who left an indelible mark on the hearts of those he touched.

Ron was the...

May 16, 2025

Sandra Sue Bumgarner, known affectionately as Sandy to her friends and loved ones, embarked on her final, grand adventure on May 16, 2025, leaving behind a legacy filled with laughter, generosity, and an enviable collection of shopping bags. Born on November 23, 1951, in McPherson, Kansas, she grew up to be the kind of person who lit up the...

May 16, 2025

Jeffrie Allen Dilliehunt, known as Jeff, of Topeka, Ks, passed away on May 16th, 2025, at the age of 73. Jeff was born on May 14, 1952, to the late Charles Lee Dilliehunt and Ida Belle Black.

He attended Topeka High School, graduating in 1970, and was a lifelong Topeka resident. He worked at various places, including...

May 14, 2025

Christopher Raymond Robbins, known affectionately as Chris, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2025, at the age of 69 in his native Kansas, surrounded by the soothing whispers of the plains he so deeply cherished. Born on Christmas Day in 1955, Chris's life was a celebration of quiet generosity, perpetual selflessness, and a delightful knack for all things hands-on...

May 14, 2025

Dixie M. (Wendland) Mann, 86, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday May 14, 2025, surrounded by all her loved ones.

Born September 9, 1938, in Vassar, KS, Dixie was the daughter of Richard and Hazel (Evinger) Wendland.

She graduated from Highland Park High School in 1956 and soon after married Charles E (Chuck) Mann, on February...

May 13, 2025

Emma B. Ward, affectionately known as Kelly to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at the age of 85, in Meriden, Kansas. Born on April 28, 1940, in the serene town of Saltcoats, Scotland, Kelly's vibrant spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her.

Kelly embarked on a...

May 13, 2025

Barbara Elaine Walters was born June 17, 1954 in Lindsborg, Kansas, to James Jacob (JJ) and Kathryn Grace (Snyder) Walters. She died unexpectedly on May 13, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Barbara grew up in Marquette, Kansas; Blair, Nebraska; and Lindsborg, Kansas, graduating from Lindsborg High school in 1972. She attended Kansas State University and worked for KSU printing services....

May 13, 2025

Richard McCormack Schroeder, affectionately known as Butch to those who knew him best, departed this world on May 13, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on October 10, 1939, in Topeka, Kansas, to John and Blossom Schroeder, Butch's life journey came full circle as he passed away in the same city that presented him to the world.

May 13, 2025

Kimberly Gene Terhune of Maple Hill, Kansas, passed away on May 13, 2025. She was born on July 17, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, the beloved daughter of the late Lois and Les Kelly.

Kim graduated from Topeka High School, class of 1978. She continued her education at Washburn University, where she was a proud member of Delta...

May 13, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Noel Shannon Feuerbacher on Tuesday, May 13th, 2025 in Topeka, Kansas. He was 48 years old.

Noel will always be remembered for his humor, wit, and captivating stories. During his life, he put these qualities to use serving as a Paraprofessional in the Seaman school district where he aided...

May 10, 2025

Garald "Jerry" Dean Ribordy, 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Midland Care Hospice House after battling cancer.

Jerry was born August 31, 1950, in Cheyenne, Wyoming the son of Lawrence W. and Naomi Lincoln Ribordy.

He attended Seaman schools and was a lifelong Topeka resident. He worked as a carpenter,...

May 9, 2025

Jonathan Edward Brickman of Topeka, Kansas is survived by his dear wife of 28 years, Thyde "Lori" Brickman of Lawrence, Kansas.

The beloved son of Norman and Barbara Brickman of Potomac, Maryland, he is in the sibling of Melanie ( Harry) Dankowicz and Aaron Brickman (Anne Seymour) and uncle to Even, Lia, Zachary, Aviva, Dalya, and Micah....

May 8, 2025

Anna McKee was born 12-4-1957 to William Payne and Pearl Heinrich.

She passed away 5-8-2025 due to health issues.

She left behind a daughter (Melissa Winter),

2 sisters Carolyn Riggs (Rodney and children) Dolly Harder(Tyler and her children) and a brother Mike payne(Sandy and kids).

She loved to read, crosswords and...

May 8, 2025

She really was an incredible person - She took me down Haight Street in San Francisco in the 60's, like it was no big deal. We rode a cable car with Loren Green of Bonanza, the most popular television show of it's time.  At the Bing Crosby Open Golf Tournament, she stalked Clint Eastwood, Doug McClure, James Garner and...

May 7, 2025

Glenn Lewis "Butch" Packer, 72, was discovered deceased at his home on May 7, 2025.

He was born January 30, 1953, the first born to Glenn "Sonny" and Sylvia Hutchison Packer.

He graduated from, Highland Park High School and Platt College. He worked various jobs in Topeka, including Goodyear, Southwest Publishing and, most recently, Walmart....

May 6, 2025

Sharon Rae Steinkuehler, a cherished presence in the Emporia community, passed away peacefully of natural causes on May 6, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on January 16, 1955, in Emporia, Kansas, Sharon was a lifelong resident of the town she loved, and she left this world in the same comforting surroundings.

Sharon was the beloved...

May 5, 2025

Rex Douglas "Doug" Davenport

John Lee Hooker

February 24, 1949 - May 5, 2025

Rex "Doug" Davenport, or John Lee Hooker as he was known to most, passed away Monday, May 5th early in the morning. A fitting time for a man who was always a very early bird. A beloved radio broadcaster...

May 4, 2025

Travis Lee Edwards, 47, of Kechi, KS passed away on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

He was born on May 24, 1977, in Clay County Missouri, to Wilbur H. & Grace E. (Metcalfe) Edwards.

Travis attended Emporia schools, also attended & graduated Lebo High School Class of 1997.

Travis worked many years at Dustrol...