Jackie Lee Babcock
Nov 9, 2025
Jackie Lee Babcock, a beloved man in the hearts of many, passed away on November 9, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on December 6, 1956, in the town of Grantville, Jackie lived a life replete with purpose and dedication. He is survived by his cherished daughter, Cheryl Babcock, and his devoted son, Jackie Babcock Jr., who have inherited his spirit...
Frederick Hiram Pryor, Jr.
Nov 9, 2025
Frederick Hiram Pryor, Jr., 91, passed away on November 9, 2025, of pneumonia, in De Soto, Kansas. He was born on June 6, 1934, in Harrison Co., near Gilman City, Missouri, to Celia Margaret (Welden) and Frederick Hiram Pryor, Sr. Fred led a life filled with commitment to his career, military service, and the joys he cherished in his personal...
Roberta Joan Langley
Nov 8, 2025
Jody Langley, 84, passed away on November 8, 2025, in Shenandoah, Iowa. She was born on March 26, 1941, in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the daughter of Charles Perry and Helen Marie (Tomlinson) Hancock.
Jody graduated from Hoisington High School in 1958 and further pursued her calling to be a nurse by graduating from Stormont Vail Nursing College in 1962 and beginning her...
David William Schwinn
Nov 5, 2025
David William Schwinn was born November 6, 1947 in Ottawa, KS to John Frederick Schwinn and Lois Bernice Somers Schwinn. He had three older sisters, Sandra, Rita, and Linda. At that time, they lived on the only unbroken 320-acre farm in Franklin County. David loved living on and tending a farm. As a boy, he wore a Davy Crockett coonskin...
Loren Ernest Thormodsgard
Nov 3, 2025
Loren Ernest Thormodsgard, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on November 3, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 76. He was born on April 28, 1949, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, to Ernest and Eileen (Jones) Thormodsgard.
Loren pursued his education at the University of South Dakota. While attending college, he served with honor in the South...
Sue Houghton
Nov 3, 2025
Sue Houghton, 90 years young, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, in Overbrook, Kansas. She was born on January 27, 1935, in Chanute, Kansas, the daughter of Floyd and Velma (Howerton) Arnold.
Sue graduated from Chanute High School and furthered her education at Clark's School of Business, where she met her beloved husband of 65 years, Edward Houghton. They were...
Marian J. Heusted
Nov 2, 2025
Marian Joyce Heusted (Glascock) Age 99 passed away peacefully at her home on November 2nd, 2025.She was born in West Union Iowa May 19th, 1926 to Ivan Glascock and Clara Glascock(Evers).
The family moved to Denver Colorado several years later and she lived the majority of her youth in Denver, but graduated from Greeley Colorado high school when her family moved...
Donald Edward Bunzel
Nov 2, 2025
Donald Bunzel, 95, of Topeka, passed away on November 2, 2025 at Brookdale Topeka.
He was born on October 8, 1930 to Bruce and Alice (Russom) Bunzel at Great Bend, KS.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, November 17, 2025, 11:00 am at the Penwell-Gabel - Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, Kansas 66604, with Reverend Jerry Schmid, officiating.
A private...
Timothy Dwight Rumpel
Nov 2, 2025
Timothy Dwight Rumpel (Tim) was born December 17, 1973, the day before his dad’s 30th birthday. He passed away Sunday November 2, 2025, at St. Francis hospital in Topeka, KS, at 51 years of age. He had never married, however, he had lots of friends that will miss his good nature, winning smile, and chuckle.
Tim’s parents were Dwight and Sharon...
Jean Hasting
Nov 1, 2025
Jean Taylor Hasting, age 92, of Berryton, KS passed away peacefully on Saturday morning, November 1, 2025 in Topeka, KS. She was born on February 19, 1933 in Etta, Mississippi to the late Ida Elizabeth and George Richard Taylor.
Jean married Joseph (Joe) Lee Hasting on March 6, 1953 in Memphis, TN. After her husband’s service in the Navy was completed,...
Dean Eugene Young
Oct 29, 2025
Dean Eugene Young, 91, of Mount Home, AR passed away on October 29, 2025.
He married Marilyn on August 7, 1955 in New Market, Iowa at the United Methodist Church. She preceded him in death on February 23, 2023.
Dean worked for Crane and Co. of Topeka for nearly 40 years.
Cremation is planned. Dean and his wife, Marilyn, will be laid to...
Bruce Alan Noe
Oct 25, 2025
Bruce Alan Noe, 69, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on October 25, 2025. Born on October 17, 1956, in Topeka, Bruce grew up embodying the values of thoughtfulness, humility, and kindness that would guide him throughout his life.
A graduate of Shawnee Heights High School, class of 1974. Bruce pursued higher education at Kansas State University, where he earned a Bachelor's...
Sara Rose Raska-Lotts
Oct 23, 2025
Sara Rose Raska-Lotts, 43, passed away on Thursday, October 23rd, 2025 in Topeka, KS from complications due to injuries from a house fire on Thanksgiving 2023. Sara was born on August 3rd, 1982, in Leavenworth, KS. The daughter of Lynie Thomas and David Raska.
Sara had such a big heart and loved spending time with her friends and family, including her...
Bobbie Jean Smelter
Oct 23, 2025
Bobbie Jean Smelter, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother, passed away on October 23, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas at the age of 98. Born on March 10, 1927, in Kansas City, Kansas, Bobbie lived a remarkable life dedicated to her family and service to others.
After graduating from Wyandotte High School, Bobbie pursued her passion for caregiving and earned her...
Rose Mary Suddith
Oct 22, 2025
Rose Mary Suddith, 73, of Topeka, passed away on October 22, 2025.
She was born on May 19, 1952, the daughter of Charles and Isa Mae Emery (Londrigan) in Topeka, Kansas.
She graduated from Jefferson West High School and went on to study at Clarks School of Business. Rose worked as a clerk for Alco and Taco Tico in Topeka.
On June 25,...
Terry Clinton Allen
Oct 20, 2025
Terry Clinton Allen (known to many as "Meathead") a devoted family man and talented craftsman, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2025, at the Coffey County Hospital. Born on July 30, 1956, in Stafford, Kansas, Terry lived a life filled with love, laughter, and resilience.
A graduate of Perry-Lecompton High School, Class of 1976, Terry dedicated his career to welding, showcasing...
Shirley Jean Garrison
Oct 19, 2025
Shirley Jean Garrison, 82, of Holton, KS passed away on October 19, 2025. She formerly lived in Topeka, Kansas.
Dwain Sherwood
Oct 17, 2025
Dwain Sherwood, 70, of Topeka, born May 26, 1955, died October 17, 2025 at Midland Care Hospice House.
Sherra Stapleton
Oct 16, 2025
Sherra Stapleton, a vibrant spirit born on July 9, 1978, in Topeka, Kansas, left this world on October 16, 2025, leaving a legacy filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories. Known for her stubbornness and her big heart—a heart of gold—Sherra made an indelible mark on the lives of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
Sherra was a woman...
Wendell A. Janke
Oct 16, 2025
Wendell Alexander Janke, aged 78, returned home to his Heavenly Father in October 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.Born on September 10, 1947, in Junction City, Kansas, Wendell was the son of Robert and Julia Janke (Fredholm). His early years on the family farm nurtured in him an appreciation for the beauty of nature, adventure, and a love...
