Sandy Roberts
Jul 31, 2026
Sandy “Moonbeam” Roberts passed away leaving behind a lifetime of memories, laughter, and a determination that everyone who knew her will remember. Born in Sandersville, Mississippi, Sandy believed life was what you made of it, and she filled hers with love, adventure, and family.
Sandy was known for her kind heart, quick wit, and unmistakable stubborn streak. Once she made up...
Joseph Scott Van Dyke
Jul 29, 2026
Joseph Van Dyke, 81, passed away July 29, 2026 in Manhattan, Kansas.
A full obituary is pending and will be posted at a later date, please check back.
A Visitation will take place from 10:00am to 11:00am Friday August 7, 2026 at Mt. Hope Cemetery 4700 SW 17th St, Topeka, KS 66604. The Funeral and Graveside Service will follow the Visitation, also...
Coraleen L. Ellis
Jul 26, 2026
Coraleen Lucille Ellis, age 92, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on July 26th, 2026 surrounded by love.
She was born on March 10th, 1934, the daughter of Carl and Thelma Murray (Sawyer). Growing up she attended Topeka High School, and graduated with the class of 1952.
On May 4th, 1952 she married her best friend and the love of her life, Lowell...
Diane Gail Kincaid
Jul 24, 2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Diane Gail Kincaid, who entered the gates of heaven on July 24, 2026, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 73.Born on April 5, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas, Gail dedicated more than 25 years of her life to Hallmark Cards. Even after all those years, she stayed loyal to Hallmark and wouldn’t...
Gayle K. Chestnut
Jul 24, 2026
Gayle K. Chestnut, 70, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Friday, July 24, 2026, at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
Gayle was born on January 21, 1956, in Topeka, Kansas, to Glenn and Audrey Chestnut. He graduated from Topeka West High School with the Class of 1974. He married Laurie Campbell on June 13, 1998, and together they...
Jessica Treat
Jul 23, 2026
Jessica Treat, born September 24, 1984, passed away unexpectedly on July 23, 2026, in Topeka, Kansas. She was 41 years old.
Jessica loved her children more than anything in the world. Her children were the center of her life, and she was a devoted and loving mother. Those who knew her will remember how deeply she cared for her family and...
Van Eugene Hawkins
Jul 22, 2026
Van Eugene Hawkins of Silver Lake, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, aged 87 years.
Dad was born March 14, 1939, in Ness City, Kansas, to Harry E. and Sabina I. Hawkins. He married Nancy Louise Fennell on September 12, 1959, in St. Louis, Missouri, and they were inseparable during 65 years of marriage until her death in 2024....
Silas Andre Swopes Jr.
Jul 22, 2026
Silas Andre Swopes Jr., lovingly known by many as "June Dog" passed away on July 22nd, 2026 at the age of 57 surrounded by love.
He was born on February 10th, 1969, in Topeka, Kansas, the 4th child and first born son of 8 children, to Silas Swopes Sr. and Earnestine Swopes (Porter).
Silas loved fishing and spent many hours on the...
Bruce Calvin MacArthur
Jul 22, 2026
Bruce Calvin MacArthur, aged 92, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Born on August 10, 1933, in Alta Vista, Kansas, Bruce was the son of Bruce “Orville” and Agnes Ruth (McDiffett) MacArthur. He graduated from Alta Vista High School and attended Washburn University. Proudly serving in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War, he was honorably discharged.
Bruce was...
Leland Eugene Bailey
Jul 21, 2026
Leland Eugene Bailey passed away in his tractor at home on July 21, 2026. He succumbed to doing the one thing he refused to give up and that is his work. Leland is leaving behind a legacy defined by hard work and an indomitable spirit that shaped every endeavor he pursued. Born on October 11, 1948, in Holton, Kansas, Leland...
Duane Michael Compton
Jul 21, 2026
Duane M. Compton, 75, Hutchinson, Kansas passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
Duane was born January 5, 1951, in Topeka, Kansas. The son of George and Eleanor (Carlson) Compton.
Duane was preceded in death by both parents, and a sister, Judith Elaine Compton.
Duane resided in Phoenix, Arizona much of his life at Bethany Ranch Home (co-founded by George and Eleanor), until George...
Clifford Leroy Beard
Jul 19, 2026
With heavy hearts and profound gratitude for a life so beautifully lived, we remember and celebrate Clifford Leroy Beard, who passed away on July 19, 2026 in Holton, Kansas, surrounded by his loved ones. Clifford was born on November 1, 1951, in Axtell, Kansas, to Nelson and Vonda Beard, who preceded him in death.
From his earliest days, Clifford’s warmth and...
Beverly A. Bicknell
Jul 19, 2026
Beverly Ann "Bev" Bicknell, gracefully departed this life at the age of 79, on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in Topeka. Born on September 23, 1946, in Holton, Kansas, Bev was the cherished daughter of Vernie Arthur and Mary Margaret Porter. She embarked on her educational journey at Highland Park High School in Topeka.
Bev dedicated many years to serving the State...
Karen Lita Brown
Jul 16, 2026
Karen Brown, 83, passed away on July 16, 2026 at The Kelly House in Topeka, Kansas.
Cremation is planned.
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Ruth Ann Bennett
Jul 15, 2026
Ruth Ann Bennett, 84, passed away on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 surrounded by the love of her family.
She was a resident of Brewster Place Retirement Community, 1001SW, SW 29th St, Topeka, KS 66611.
Memorial services will take place in Burlington, Iowa where she will be inurned with her husband, Gary, in Aspen Grove Cemetery.
Service dates and times are to be decided.
A...
Cora Faye Stander
Jul 13, 2026
Cora Faye Stander of Topeka Kansas passed away on July 13, 2026. Born to Fred and Ruth Woods of Wichita, KS on May 16, 1937, she was the second of four daughters.
Faye attended school in Wichita and later in Mulvane, Kansas, where she was crowned the basketball homecoming queen before graduating in 1955.
After graduation Faye worked for National Cooperative Refinery...
Junior Utech
Jul 10, 2026
Junior Utech, 94, passed away peacefully at his home on the morning of July 10, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. He was born on December 3, 1931, on the family farm near Ramona, Kansas, where he spent a childhood he often described as among the happiest years of his life.
Junior is survived by his beloved wife of...
Gary E. Rademacher
Jul 7, 2026
Gary E. Rademacher, known to family and friends as “Rod,” passed away on July 7, 2026, in Topeka, Kansas, his 88th birthday. He was born on July 7, 1938, just across the Kansas boarder in Oklahoma to Delmer and Sarah “Babe” Rademacher, who preceded him in death.
Rod was also preceded in death by his sisters, Kay Puddin and Ruth Hlavacek....
Catherine "Kitty" Blume
Jul 7, 2026
Catherine “Kitty” Eleanor Blume, age 84, passed away in Topeka, Kansas surrounded by family and enveloped with love on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
Kitty was born on February 14, 1942 in Leavenworth, Kansas to Martin J. Eggert and Ina M. (Carrier) Eggert. She is survived by her daughter, Mary and son-in-law, David; daughter, Michelle and son-in-law, Kevin; and grandchildren Nicole (Moss)...
James C. Rivers
Jul 4, 2026
Well-known pianist and educator, James Rivers, passed away in Topeka, Kansas, on July 4, 2026, at the age of 82. He was the son of Ida Bernice (McClaran) Rivers and Horace Calvin Rivers. He is survived by his sons, David Rivers and James Arthur “Art” Rivers; his best friend, Julie Rivers; and his cousins, relatives and in-laws in Oklahoma, Indiana,...
