Larry "Toad" Byrd
Dec 29, 2024
Larry "Toad" Byrd, 77, of Topeka, passed away on December 29, 2024 at home.
He was born on January 25, 1947 to Jack and Faye (Miller) Byrd in Topeka, Kansas.
On May 24, 1969 he married Sindi Byrd (Smelter). Larry and Sindi lived in Topeka, Kansas.
Larry is survived by loving wife; Cynthia, daughter; Charity (Kent) Glaser, son; Chance (RaeAnn) Byrd, daughter;...
Juanita Jean Ellis
Dec 27, 2024
Juanita Jean Ellis, aged 82, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 27, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on February 11, 1942, in Vassar, Kansas, she was the beloved daughter of Warren and Vada Roberts (Cody).
In a beautiful twist of fate, Juanita met Lester, affectionately known as "Red" Ellis, who would become her lifelong partner and greatest...
Verta Luellen Weidner
Dec 27, 2024
Verta Luellen (Johnson) Weidner, 97, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 27, 2024.
She was born on August 29, 1927, in Burdick, Kansas, the daughter of Elmer and Mary Ellen (Nelson) Johnson. She was the youngest of six and graduated from Harveyville High School.
Verta married Clinton Odell “Del” Weidner on July 7, 1948 in Hollywood, California. They were married...
Teresa Jean Gibbons
Dec 27, 2024
Teresa Jean Gibbons, 68, of Topeka, passed away on December 27, 2024 at Tanglewood Health and Rehabilitation.
She was born on December 1, 1956 to Charles and Harriett (Saunders) Gibbons in Topeka, KS, whom proceeded her death.
Teresa was dedicated and put her heart and soul into her career as an accountant for the state of Kansas for over 40 years.
She...
Mary Lou Reser
Dec 26, 2024
Mary Lou Reser, age 83, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on December 26th, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.
A graveside service will take place on Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 at 11:00AM at Memorial Park Cemetery in Topeka, Kansas with Pastor Jerry Schmid officiating.
Mary is proceeded in death by her parents, Floyd and Dema Griffin, her son, Michael L. Reser, and two...
Helen M. Compton
Dec 25, 2024
Helen M. Compton was born on November 30, 1929 to Albert Carlson and Mary (Johnson) Carlson in Topeka, Kansas. She passed away on December 25, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion that will forever remain cherished in the hearts of her family and friends.
A faithful woman known for her unwavering love for her church and her family,...
June M White
Dec 24, 2024
June Marlene White, a beloved figure in her family and community, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, at the Midland Hospice House. She was born on June 10, 1938, in Leavenworth, Kansas, to Carl and Ruth Theel. June graduated from Leavenworth High School, a place where she laid the foundation for a life filled with love, family, and compassion.
As...
Charles Dean Peterson
Dec 21, 2024
Charles Dean Peterson, 70, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024.
He was born August 20, 1954, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the son of Charles and Julia (Rhoades) Peterson. Chuck joined the military when he was 17 and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War.
Chuck married Lisa Bohnenblust on May 6, 1989 in Topeka.
He dedicated 30 years of service...
Jane F. Tharp
Dec 21, 2024
Jane F. Tharp of Topeka, Kansas, peacefully passed away on December 21, 2024 at the remarkable age of 100, surrounded by loved ones.
Born on November 30, 1924, to Edward Joseph Foltz and Ethel May (Van Dyke), Jane led a life filled with love and accomplishments. She attended Washburn University, where she was an active member of the Alpha Phi sorority....
Janet Schalansky
Dec 19, 2024
Janet Kay Schalansky, 74, passed away on December 19 2024, at KU Medical Center. Born on October 20, 1950, in Denver, Colorado, Janet lived a life filled with passion, dedication, and service, touching the hearts of many.
Janet graduated from Emporia High School before earning her bachelor's degree from Emporia State University. She obtained her Master’s at the University of Kansas....
Charlene Gay Seefeldt
Dec 18, 2024
Charlene Gay Seefeldt, 80, of Wichita, passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024.
She was born June 14, 1944, in Admire, Kansas on the family farm, the daughter of Charles and Genevieve Seefeldt. She graduated from Northern Heights High School in 1962. She attended Emporia State Teachers College.
Charlene dedicated over 30 years to Amoco Oil and Gas Company as a Terminal Manager,...
Nancy S. Rion
Dec 17, 2024
Nancy S. (Wood) Rion 83, Topeka, died Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at Midland Hospice House.
She was born August 3, 1941 in Kansas City, MO, the daughter of Caswell and Veda (Bender) Wood.
She married Paul C. Rion on June 9, 1962.
She worked on the Menninger Foundation Children’s Unit and her greatest joy was providing home daycare for over 40 years to...
Barbara Johnson
Dec 13, 2024
Barbara Joy Johnson of Topeka, KS, passed away at home, surrounded by loved ones, on December 13, 2024. She was born on January 11, 1933, in Shreveport, LA, to parents Ivey and Elizabeth Pool. She was preceded in death by her son, James R. Johnson, in 1997.
Barbara is survived by her sister Beverly Mitchell, sons Harold B. Johnson III and...
Donald Lee Doel
Dec 12, 2024
Donald Lee Doel, age 81, was reunited with his wife of 35 years, Carol, on December 12th 2024. Don, who was a talented, hard-working farmer was born in Topeka Kansas to the parents of Earl and Alyse Doel. He ventured away from home, traveling the world with the US Navy during his 4 year service in the Vietnam era. He...
Dale B. Liby
Dec 12, 2024
Dale B. Liby, 88, of Topeka, passed away on December 12, 2024 at 8:55 am in his home.
He was born on October 4, 1936 to William and Marjorie (Bull) Liby in Ottawa County, Kansas.
Dale served in the United States Navy during 1954-1957 as a machinist MM2 and later worked as an Electronics technician for 37 years.
On May 24, 1958, he...
Richard Hooker
Dec 12, 2024
Richard Hooker, born on February 24, 1939, in Bakersfield, California, left this world on December 12, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas, but his legacy will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. He was a man of many talents and an unwavering source of kindness and support to those around him.
For many years, Richard dedicated his...
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
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.
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
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...
