Obituaries

Teresa Alvarado

Teresa Alvarado

Dec 11, 2024

Teresa Alvarado, de 76 años, de Topeka, falleció el 11 de Diciembre de 2024 a las 07:10 pm en casa.  

Nació el 15 de Octubre del 1948 a Santiago y Sanjuana (Flores) Vera en la Ciudad de México, México. 

Se casó con Benjamín Alvarado. Teresa vivia en Silver City, NM. 

Ella era miembro de la Iglesia Jesus es nuestro Señor en Silver...

Karol Sue Emery

Karol Sue Emery

Dec 10, 2024

Karol Sue Emery, born on October 21, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, passed away peacefully at The Gardens at Aldersgate on December 10, 2024. A cherished wife, mother and grandmother, Karol will be deeply missed by her loved ones and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

An industrious woman, Karol enjoyed her career at Hallmark and found joy in the...

Harry L. Strader, Jr.

Harry L. Strader, Jr.

Dec 9, 2024

Harry L. Strader, Jr., 87, of Topeka, passed away from this life to his eternal home on Monday, December 9, 2024 at Midland Hospice House.

He was born October 11, 1937, in Sedalia, Missouri, the son of Harry Strader, Sr. and Edna (Scott) Strader-Kastner. He graduated from Excelsior Springs High School. Harry later attended the University of Missouri and earned his...

Deborah Hunt

Deborah Hunt

Dec 6, 2024

Debby Hunt passed away peacefully at age 95 with family at her side December 6, 2024, at her final home, Brewster Place Health Center; Topeka, KS.

 Born October 20, 1929, in Topeka, Kansas to Emily Barber and Donald Scott; Debby graduated from Highland Park High School in 1947. She worked her way through Washburn College, graduating in 1951 with the BS...

Donald Hoback

Donald Hoback

Dec 6, 2024

Don Hoback, age 83, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2024, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by love.

Born on June 23, 1941, to Helen (Lea) and William Hoback, Don enjoyed a lively childhood filled with adventures and laughter. His journey of love began when he met and married the beautiful Thelma Hoback on June 18,...

John Thomas Stewart, III

John Thomas Stewart, III

Dec 6, 2024

John Thomas Stewart III of Lawrence, Kansas, passed peacefully Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 88. 

John was born February 16, 1936, in Wellington, Kansas, to John T. Stewart, Jr. and Ruth Jassoy Stewart. Ruth passed away from scarlet fever five days after his birth, leaving his father alone to raise a newborn. Grandparents, Herman and Louise Jassoy, took...

Gary L. Law

Gary L. Law

Dec 5, 2024

Gary Law, 82, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 5, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

 Gary was born on November 20, 1942, in Holton, Kansas, the son of Doris Law-Urish and Lester Law. He grew up on a farm near Whiting, Kansas, where he developed a love for sports, particularly baseball and basketball. After...

William "Bill" Beightel

William "Bill" Beightel

Dec 4, 2024

William “Bill” Beightel, a man of unwavering integrity, boundless compassion, and steadfast devotion to family and community, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, at Midland Hospice Care in Topeka, Kansas. Born January 31, 1943, in Holton, Kansas, Bill lived a life defined by service, love, and dedication to those around him.

Bill graduated from Holton High School in 1961 and...

Raymond E. Rathert

Raymond E. Rathert

Dec 2, 2024

Raymond E. Rathert, passed away on December 2, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on October 22, 1930, in Kansas City, Missouri, he lived a life characterized by dedication to both his profession and his personal passions.

Raymond completed his education at Chapman High School in 1948, before furthering his studies at the University of Kansas, where he earned a Bachelor’s degree...

Mildred Geraldine Brewer

Mildred Geraldine Brewer

Nov 30, 2024

Mildred Geraldine Brewer, 88, of Overbrook, passed away on November 30, 2024. 

She was born on May 10, 1936, in Pawnee, Oklahoma, the daughter of Arbelle Harris. 

As a child, Mildred enjoyed school and being with her friends and family. Mildred went to Mill Creek High School where she graduated with honors. After high school she moved to Topeka where she went...

Monica McKay

Monica McKay

Nov 28, 2024

Monica was born March 23, 1974, in Hutchinson, KS, to Keith and Paula Clements, was a loving daughter, sister, wife, mother, and friend. As the first of four children, Monica was a bright and joyful child who grew up in the home her parents purchased in Sterling, KS, where she made lasting memories and friendships.

In 1991, the Clements family relocated...

Edith Mae Frost

Edith Mae Frost

Nov 27, 2024

Edith Mae Frost, born on June 26, 1925, in Lawrence, Kansas, passed away peacefully on November 27 2024, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by her loving family. A cherished daughter of Owen and Maude Mitchell, Edith was a warm and loving spirit whose life was a testament to faith and family, the two pillars upon which she built her legacy.

She grew...

Sherry Farris

Sherry Farris

Nov 27, 2024

Sherry Elaine (Powell) Farris, of Topeka, KS, departed this world for eternal life with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, in her home, surrounded by her family, after a battle with cancer.

Sherry was born on June 27, 1949, to Woodrow W. and Pauline M. Powell in Lubbock, TX. She is survived by her devoted husband,...

Myron Wilson

Myron Wilson

Nov 26, 2024

Myron Greer Wilson, a proud American, passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at age 105. Born in Edgerton, Kansas on November 18, 1919 to Royal F. Wilson and Bessie (Seckinger) Wilson. He grew up as a Kansas farm boy. By age 12 he was plowing fields with a 6-horse team. 

He was a 33rd degree Freemason, Shriner, a member of...

Kathrine D Holloway

Kathrine D Holloway

Nov 24, 2024

Kathrine “Kathy” Holloway, 65, of Topeka, lost her battle with cancer on Sunday, November 24, 2024. She was holding the hand of her loving husband when she departed this life. 

Kathrine Dale, was born on May 7, 1959, in Arcata, California. She was the second of three daughters, born to Dr. Dale and Evelyn (Court) Anderson.

The family moved from Arcata to...

Reva Elaine Ellis

Reva Elaine Ellis

Nov 23, 2024

Reva Elaine Ellis was born on September 3, 1941, in Ellsworth, Kansas to Roy and Marie Webb. In 1961 she met Ray G. Ellis, it was love at first sight for Reva and Ray. They enjoyed a lasting romance as best friends, and as husband and wife for over 63 years. On November 23, 2024, at her residence and surrounded...

Wanda May Quiett

Wanda May Quiett

Nov 22, 2024

Wanda Quiett, aged 78, of Topeka, Kansas, peacefully departed this world on Friday, November 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy filled with love and cherished memories.

Born on June 21, 1946, in Topeka, Wanda was the beloved daughter of Marvin and Dora (Schuette) Halderman. 

Throughout her life, she embraced her passions with an unwavering spirit. As a devoted fan of Halderman’s Racing,...

Nathan "Nate" O. Dexter

Nathan "Nate" O. Dexter

Nov 21, 2024

Nathan Otto Dexter, 81, passed away November 21, 2024 in Charleston, West Virginia, where he had lived since September of 2021 when his wife was recruited to be CEO of Highland Hospital.

He was born in Atchison, KS, May 30, 1943, son of Dr. Howard Dexter and Mrs. Lola (Higley) Dexter of Topeka, maternal grandson of Perry and Grace (Leland) Higley...

Milton Benteman

Milton Benteman

Nov 18, 2024

Milton Louis Benteman, 93, Topeka, Kansas passed away Monday November 18th, 2024 at his home in Topeka, Kansas. He was born August 31st, 1931 in Frankfort, Kansas to Fritz and Erma (Kipp) Benteman and grew up in Frankfort, Kansas. Milton was one of 14 children that blessed the family. As a teenager he worked at various jobs to help the...

Melvin Dean Horton

Melvin Dean Horton

Nov 18, 2024

Melvin “Dean” Horton, 99, of Sedalia, MO, formerly of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Loving Arms Memorial Care and Assisted Living in Sedalia. Dean was born on August 9, 1925, in Topeka, KS, to Archie A. Horton and Ruth Adora (Foster) Horton, both of whom preceded him in death.

Dean was united in marriage to...

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