Mary Ann Zarazua
Jul 9, 2025
Mary Ann Zarazua, age 80, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
Memorial services will take place on Thursday, July 17th, 2025 at 10:00AM at Penwell Gabel Funeral Home Midtown Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604.
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Donna Turner
Jul 7, 2025
Donna Mae (Covey) Turner, 84, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. She was born February 2, 1941 in Lawrence, Kansas to Basil and Mabelle Covey. At the time of her birth her family lived in Vinland, Kansas. She attended Huron Grade School, Nortonville Grade School, Nortonville Rural High School, and Holton High School. She was in vocal groups in...
Garry Lee Macha
Jun 29, 2025
Garry Lee Macha, 78, passed away in his home in Austin, Texas on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
Garry was born September 18, 1946 in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Joseph and Vernadell Macha. He graduated from Delia High School and Kansas State University where he majored in Civil Engineering. Shortly after college he volunteered to join the United States Coast Guard...
Tracy Lee Sipes
Jun 29, 2025
Tracy Lee Sipes, 65, of Topeka, passed away on June 29, 2025 at KU Medical Center.
She was born on February 14, 1960 to Clifford and Bessie (Burd) Shaw in Manhattan, Kansas.
Tracy retired from Mackin Book Company after 28 years.
On March 7, 1979 she married Michael Robert Sipes.
Tracy is survived by her daughter; Shannon Michelle Sipes, sister; Wendy (Lisa Frazier) Sears,...
Greg Davis Kirby
Jun 28, 2025
Greg Davis Kirby, a devoted friend, loving family man, and steadfast soul, passed away on June 28, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital. He was born on March 2, 1968, in Clay Center, Kansas, where his journey began and set the foundation for a life rich with love, laughter, and loyalty.
For most of his life, Greg worked as an industrial painter...
Orval Arnold Knodel
Jun 28, 2025
Orval Arnold Knodel, age 99, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away June 28, 2025, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. His life, rich with cherished moments and profound connections, will forever be remembered and celebrated.
Born on June 11, 1926, in Pierre, South Dakota, Orval was the son of Emanuel and Jennie (Miller)...
Galen Eugene Glenn
Jun 27, 2025
Galen E. Glenn, 89, of Topeka, passed away on June 27, 2025, in the comfort of his home. His life, rich with cherished moments and profound love, will forever be remembered and celebrated.
Galen was born on January 25, 1936, to Charles and Edna (Fleck) Glenn in Topeka, Kansas. Galen had one sister (Donna Phillips) and one brother (Everett Glenn). Galen...
Cindy Lou Schrandt
Jun 25, 2025
Cindy peacefully left this life on June 25, 2025, wearing her favorite KU t-shirt to bed. She loved Mexican food, her family and laughing at the antics on the Bachelor. Born in Seminole, TX to Silas E. and Leona A. Camp, she grew up in Springfield, CO. She earned a bachelor's degree from Colorado State while working fulltime as a...
Ja'Kauis Zabar Cowan
Jun 23, 2025
Ja'Kauis Zabar Cowan, the precious son of Michelle R. and Christopher L. Cowan Jr., was born on May 2, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. His time with us, though brief, was filled with lessons of love, joy, and unconditional affection that will forever stay in the hearts of his family.
From the moment he entered the world, Ja'Kauis was a shining light,...
Harold J Lane
Jun 22, 2025
Harold Jay Lane, born on July 1,1954, in Topeka, Kansas, departed this life peacefully on June 22, 2025, at Midland Care Hospice House. A dedicated husband, father, brother, and friend, Harold leaves behind a legacy of warmth and humor, marked by his unwavering spirit and friendly demeanor.
Harold grew up working at Lane's, the beloved family grocery store that eventually transformed...
Catherine "Cricket" Marie Wadley
Jun 21, 2025
Catherine (Cricket) Marie Wadley, 50, of Topeka Kansas, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at the Wadley family home in Topeka. Born in Gainesville Florida on December 14, 1974, Cricket graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work and later went on to earn her masters.
Cricket dedicated her work to helping others, serving as a...
Jane S. Lewis
Jun 21, 2025
Jane S (Sramek) Lewis, 84, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025.
She was born January 6, 1941, in McCook, Nebraska, the daughter of Lewis Albert and Agnes Stephanie (Kopriva) Sramek. She was a 1958 graduate of Atwood High School and received her Bachelor’s Degree in Education from University of Kansas.
She was baptized at St. John’s Catholic Church in Atwood...
Nhot Siriphone
Jun 20, 2025
Nhot Siriphone, a cherished soul whose presence radiated warmth and kindness, passed on June 20, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of seventy-seven. Born on October 6, 1947, in the serene landscapes of Vientiane, Laos, Nhot’s journey through life was marked by an unwavering spirit and an endearing affection for those around him.
From an early age, Nhot displayed a...
Frank “Frankie” Whitsell III
Jun 18, 2025
Frank “Frankie” Whitsell III passed away peacefully of natural causes on Wednesday, June 18, 2025 in Topeka with family by his side.
Frankie was born, January 11, 1981, in Topeka, the son of Frank Whitsell and Teri (Chrisco) Storey. He graduated from Augusta High School and attended the University of Kansas and Washburn University.
Frankie had a love of football and basketball...
Paul D. McFann
Jun 16, 2025
Paul McFann, 87, of Topeka, passed away on June 16, 2025 at Lexington Park Assisted Living.
He was born on October 31, 1937 to Howard and Ione (Stead) McFann near Reading, KS. He graduated from Olivet High School. He went on to get his Business Associates degree from Clarks Business School.
Paul worked for Highway Oil for over 50 years. He was...
Tenley Lee (Luksa) Brown
Jun 15, 2025
The Lord got one of the good ones when he wrapped her soul in his arms on June 15th, 2025 and took her to be with Him. Her passing was totally unexpected and a shock to all.
Born to Donald and Marilyn Luksa (Shorthill) on May 21,1956, she was the fourth of seven children, all of whom survive her. Tenley certainly...
Mark Lyle Bennett Jr.
Jun 15, 2025
Mr. Mark L. Bennett Jr, age 90, of Topeka, passed away early Sunday morning, June 15, 2025, at his residence. He was born on June 22, 1934, in Topeka KS, the son of Mark Bennett Sr and Lucile Bennett. He is preceded in death by his parents and his brother Steven Bennett.
Mark graduated from Topeka High School. After graduating high...
Lloyd L. Morris
Jun 12, 2025
Lloyd L. Morris, a cherished husband, father and grandfather, passed away on June 12, 2025 at the University of Kansas Health System - St. Francis Campus. He was 91 years old.
He was born on April 14, 1934 to Clyde and Gussie (Shelton) Morris in Ottawa, KS. His family relocated to Lawrence, KS, where he spent his early childhood years. They...
Shirley Mae Boyles
Jun 11, 2025
Shirley Mae (Woollard) Boyles, 93, of Topeka, passed away on June 11, 2025 at Lexington Park Assisted Living. She was born on November 13, 1931 to Lucky Albert and Mabel (Warren) Woollard in Topeka, Kansas and was the last remaining member of her family. Shirley married Elmer Dean Boyles on August 4, 1950 at East Topeka Methodist Church. Dean preceded...
Joshua David McConnell
Jun 10, 2025
Joshua (Josh) David McConnell, 31, passed away June 10, 2025, from injuries due to an auto accident. He was born July 13, 1993. Survivors are his mother, Colene McConnell (Chad King); father, George McConnell; brothers Jaron and Jason McConnell; niece, TierraRay McConnell-Costas; grandparents Gary and Sandy Biber, Jannette Sharp McConnell; and aunt, Karla Biber; and many other relatives and friends.
Josh...
