Richard Crook
Aug 16, 2025
Richard Leroy Crook, a lifelong resident of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on August 16, 2025, at the age of 71. Born on June 3, 1954, Richard dedicated his life to family, friends, and his flourishing career, leaving behind an indelible mark on all who knew him.
For over 35 years, Richard, alongside his beloved wife Roberta Crook, co-owned the Flower Gallery,...
Deborah Kay Scanland
Aug 15, 2025
Deborah Kay Scanland, a remarkable soul whose warmth and spirit have touched so many lives, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on July 11, 1945, in Leavenworth, Kansas, Deborah's journey through life was defined by her steadfast dedication to her family, her profession as a graphic artist and her...
John A. Nelson
Aug 8, 2025
John Alvah Nelson, 77, of Onaga, Kansas, died on Friday, August 8, 2025, after a prolonged illness. John was born February 27, 1948, in Rockford, Illinois, the son of August William and Mary Irene Berridge Nelson. He was predeceased by his parents, brothers Richard Nelson, Bruce Nelson, and Kevin Nelson, a niece Melissa Nelson, and his beloved dog, Levi. He...
Calvin Pagel
Aug 6, 2025
Calvin Pagel, 91, born October 19, 1933, died August 6, 2025 at his home in Elizabeth, Colorado. A Funeral Service will take place at Mount Hope Cemetery Chapel on August 20, 2025 at 11:00am with a visitation the hour prior. Graveside Services will follow at Mount Hope Cemetery.
He is survived by his loving wife, Helen Lehman, son Ronald Henry Pagel,...
Josephine P. Laul
Aug 6, 2025
Josephine Laul, formerly of Volcano and Mountain View, Hawaii, and Manhattan, KS, passed away August 6, 2025, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 97. Josephine was born on November 12, 1927, in Mountain View, Hawaii, the youngest of 13 children born to Michael and Anne Pszyk. She grew up in Mountain View and Volcano. The Pszyk family has a...
Mario E. Zambrano
Aug 5, 2025
Mario E. Zambrano, 87, Topeka, died August 5, 2025 in Indiana. Graveside Services are pending for September and will be announced here at a later date.
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Mary Elizabeth Haubold
Aug 4, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Haubold, 87, of Topeka, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 4, 2025.
She was born on December 10, 1937 to Clifford and Myrtle (Olander) Palmquist at Stanton, Iowa.
Mary worked as a Nurse for 55 years, 31 at the Topeka VA where she was a Nursing Supervisor. She earned her Master's Degree in Nursing at age 57.
She...
Joan P. Gatewood
Aug 4, 2025
Joan P. Gatewood, age 95, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Monday August 4th, 2025.
Born on March 29th, 1930, in Coldwater, Kansas, Joan was the cherished daughter of Lutze and Vi Poltera (Shelton). Her thirst for knowledge and commitment to education propelled her to earn a Bachelor’s degree from Washburn University, where she was a member of the Alpha Phi...
Dr. Randall J. Kresie
Aug 2, 2025
Dr. Randall J. Kresie, born on April 6, 1958, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025. He made lasting impacts on both the medical and agricultural communities as a dedicated professional, loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Dr. Kresie began his academic journey at Kansas State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree, and later achieved his doctorate from...
Courtland T. Carls
Aug 1, 2025
Courtland Theodore Carls passed away on August 1, 2025, age 92, at McCrite Plaza in Topeka, KS. He was born on August 13, 1932, the son of George T. Carls and Sarella J. Denison Carls in Topeka, KS. He graduated from Berryton Rural High School in 1952. He grew up on a farm in Wakarusa, KS. He was drafted into...
Charity Janelle Rench
Aug 1, 2025
Charity Janelle Rench, a beloved educator, mother, and devoted wife, left this world on August 1, 2025. At the age of 44, Charity passed from this life surrounded by her family in her home after a long battle with cancer. Born on September 5, 1980, in Wellston, Oklahoma, Charity enriched our lives with her presence and left a lasting impression...
Carol Gilliam Green
Jul 23, 2025
Carol Lee Gilliam Green, 81, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away July 23, 2025, with her caregivers and dear friend by her side. Carol was born, April 19, 1944, in Poplar Bluff Missouri. The eldest of two children born to Millard and Nadine Gilliam, Carol spent her childhood in Poplar Bluff surrounded by her cousins and excelling academically. She graduated from...
Roy D. Rissky
Jul 22, 2025
Roy D. Rissky, P.E.
Roy David Rissky, 69, of Tecumseh, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona, with his wife and children at his side.
Roy was born on June 12, 1956, in Tyndall, South Dakota, to Roy W. and Ollie Rissky and raised in Mitchell, SD with his four siblings. There he enjoyed being outdoors and accompanying...
Ruth J. Hodges
Jul 21, 2025
Ruth Johnson Hodges, 99, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025 at Brewster Place in Topeka, KS. Mrs. Hodges was born in Agenda, Kansas, on October 21, 1925, the daughter of James M. Johnson and Lula Beeman Johnson.
She grew up in Washington, Kansas and graduated from Washington High School. She moved to Topeka in 1944 where she...
Georgie Ruth Crouch
Jul 20, 2025
Georgie Ruth Crouch passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Liberty, MO. She was 90 years old and lived a long life. She was born Georgie Ruth Lamer on May 3, 1935, to Harold and Edna (Veatch) Lamer in Salina, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and her sister Glenda. She is survived by...
Doris Vaughn
Jul 18, 2025
Doris L. Vaughn, age 87, of Topeka, KS passed away peacefully Friday, July 18th 2025. She was born Sept.8, 1937 in Halls Summit, Kansas the daughter of Fred F. & Thelma M. (Shaffer) Ireland.
Doris graduated from Lebo High School in 1955 and moved to Topeka, Kansas. She attended Clarks Business College and worked at First National Bank of Topeka.
She married...
James "Jim" Leon Tate
Jul 18, 2025
James “Jim” Leon Tate (92) from Topeka, KS has gone to be with his Lord and Savior in heaven on July 18, 2025.
Jim was born in Manchester, TN on March 12,1933 to Francis and Vera (Crosslin) Tate. They precede him in death. He loved his Tennessee heritage as a “plowboy” helping work his parent’s family potato farm and tending his...
Todd Alan Jurczewsky
Jul 16, 2025
Todd Alan Jurczewsky
September 10, 1961 – July 16, 2025
Todd Alan Jurczewsky, 63, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly in July 2025. Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on September 10, 1961 to Duane and Phyllis Jurczewsky. Todd spent his life with a deep love for nature, an open heart for others, and a spirit full of adventure. He was a...
Shirley Benton
Jul 14, 2025
Shirley Benton, born on August 20, 1927, in Lyman, Nebraska, was called to her Creator’s side on July 14, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. She lived a long life full of tenacity, thoughtfulness, and a soft spoken spirit that touched those who knew her.
Shirley graduated from Topeka High School in 1945. For some time after, she worked for Morrell’s Meat Packing...
Alice Geneva Svalina
Jul 14, 2025
Alice Svalina 82 of Huron South Dakota, joined her heavenly family in the early morning hours of July 14, 2025.
Born Alice Geneva Olmsted on March 24, 1943 in Merced California. Her parents were Alton George, (Buck) and Ruby Grace, (Barlow) Olmsted.
In 1946 her family moved to Oregon where she was raised and attended school. At the age of seventeen she...
