Wallace Frederick Slusser
Apr 27, 2023
Wallace Slusser, 74, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, April 27, 2023.He was born October 16, 1948, in Marion, Kansas, the son of Alden and Betty (Knackstedt) Slusser. He received a Bachelor's Degree from University of Kansas. Wallace owned and operated Custom Photographic Services for several years in downtown Topeka.He was preceded in death by father; Alden Slusser, mother; Betty Slusser....
Ana Maria Frieden
Apr 26, 2023
Ana Maria Frieden, 65, of Liberal, Kansas, formerly of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, April 26, 2023.She was born January 20, 1958, in El Paso, Texas, the daughter of David Trevino and Yolanda (Losoya) Johnson. She graduated from Denver East High School and attended Emporia State University. Ana was a hairdresser, owning and operating Ana Maria's Image Complete. She was a...
Dave Jarvis
Apr 21, 2023
David "Dave" Jarvis, 67, of Topeka, passed away Friday, April 21, 2023.He was born August 28, 1955, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Jesse and Myrna (Carver) Jarvis. He went to Topeka High School. He later attended Kansas State University. Dave was an ornery man and proud of it. Some would say that being ornery came with the Jarvis name!...
Carol Jean Franklin
Apr 20, 2023
Carol Jean Franklin passed from this earth on Thursday, April 20, 2023 at the age of 81, following many years of medical challenges. She was an intelligent and caring daughter, wife, sister, mother, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend who will be deeply missed.Born in St. Louis in October 31, 1941 to Terry and Juanita (Mosier) Hames, her father enlisted in...
Sierra Tibbits
Apr 19, 2023
Sierra Tibbits, 22, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 19, 2023.She was born March 7, 2001, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Gayland Tibbits and Lori Davis-Hines. She was proud to obtain her GED this year.Sierra was selfless and one of a kind. She was a giver and had the biggest heart. She would do anything and everything...
Veota Lucille Ross
Apr 15, 2023
Veota Lucille (Madden) Ross, age 95, of Topeka, went to be with the Lord on April 15, 2023. Veota was born on June 26, 1927 in Manzanola, Colorado, the daughter of Leo Benami and Hazel Marie (Baker) Madden. She grew up in rural Coffee County, Kansas and attended Sunflower Country School. When she was 16, she moved to Colorado Springs...
Terry Lee Schonlaw
Apr 12, 2023
Terry Lee Schonlaw, 85, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023, at Midland Hospice House.He was born December 25, 1937, in Roswell, New Mexico, the son of Richard and Francis Edwina (Horner) Schonlaw. He graduated from Satanta High School. Terry earned his Bachelor's Degree from Fort Hays State. He served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged...
Janice J. Sutton
Apr 12, 2023
Janice Jean Sutton, 81, of Hoyt, passed away Wednesday, April 12, 2023.She was born May 24, 1941, in Franklin County, Iowa, the daughter of Russell and Gail Irene (Shepperd) Dockhorn. She graduated from Comstock High School in Comstock, Nebraska in 1959. She continued her education at Immanuel Hospital School of Nursing in Omaha, Nebraska, graduating in 1963. In her younger...
Pearl G. Colby
Apr 6, 2023
Pearl G. Colby, 84, of Topeka, passed away Thursday April 6, 2023 surrounded by family.She was born February 2, 1939, in Starkville Colorado the daughter of Horace and Nellie (Arnold) Colby. She graduated a year early from Hoehne High School in Honie Colorado and attended College at Trinidad State Junior College in Trinidad Colorado.Pearl Married Morris J Britton in their...
Steven Ray Van Noy
Apr 3, 2023
Steven Van Noy, 59, passed away Monday, April 3, 2023.He was born June 25, 1963, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of James and Beverley (Ward) Van Noy.Steven was employed by Swift Trucking Company. He became disabled in 2004. Steven was a proud member of the Cherokee tribe.Steven married Colleen (Ash) Van Noy on July 3, 2004 in Portland, Oregon. He...
Anthony Obregon
Apr 3, 2023
Anthony "Tony" Obregon, 61, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly Monday, April 3, 2023.He was born July 18, 1961, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Simon and Cresencia (Almaguer) Obregon. He graduated from Hayden High School in 1979 and went on to attend Washburn University. Tony was a family man. His family meant the absolute world to him. His family always...
Gregory C. Halford
Apr 2, 2023
Gregory "Greg" C. Halford, 76, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023.He was born February 19, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Gerald and Shirley (Wilson) Halford. He graduated from Pittsburg High School in Pittsburg, Kansas. He also attended the Southern Police Institute at the University of Louisville, KY, completing their Homicide Investigation program.Greg's career in law enforcement...
Donna Hungerpiller
Apr 2, 2023
Donna Hungerpiller, 95, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, April 2, 2023.She was born October 23, 1927, in Greenwood, Mississippi, the daughter of Arthur and Emma (Prophett) Utroska.She was a member of the Topeka Baptist Church.Donna married James A. Hungerpiller in Topeka, Kansas on June 21, 1981. She was preceded in death by her sons; Michael Quin, Richard Quin, daughters; Kathy...
Willa Beth Hauser
Mar 31, 2023
Willa Beth Hauser, 84, of Topeka, passed away on March 31, 2023 at Kelly House.Willa was born November 20, 1938 in Ellinwood, Kansas to Beauford and Dagmar Thomas. She graduated from Ellinwood High School in 1957. Willa worked as a bookkeeper at Rondo Williams & Associates in Great Bend Kansas and later as a bookkeeper at Beaver Meadows Resort in...
Elizabeth Jane Henrie
Mar 30, 2023
Elizabeth Jane "Betty" Henrie, 80, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, March 30, 2023.She was born November 24, 1942, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Neal B. and Mamie L. (Logan) Bardsley. She graduated from Topeka High School in 1960 and Washburn University with a degree in Education in 1964.Betty was a kindergarten teacher at Auburn Elementary School, retiring after 50...
Quinton Pasley
Mar 30, 2023
Quinton Lee Pasley, 67, of Topeka, fell asleep on Thursday, March 30, 2023, and is awaiting the return of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.He was born October 13, 1955 in Topeka, Kansas. Quinton is the son of Robert and Eleanor Pasley. He grew up in Titusville, FL and Topeka, KS and graduated from Topeka West High School in 1973....
Paul H. Galbraith
Mar 27, 2023
Paul H. Galbraith, 90, of Topeka, passed away Monday, March 27, 2023 at his home. He was born March 27, 1933, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Howard and Rose (Valdez) Galbraith. Paul was a Topeka High School graduate in 1952. Paul joined the United States Army in April 1953 and was honorably discharged after his service. Furthering his education,...
Dorothy L. Novak
Mar 24, 2023
Dorothy L. Novak, 91, of Topeka, passed away Friday, March 24, 2023.She was born May 31, 1931, in Randolph, Kansas, the daughter of Herbert and Blandina (Killman) Pfaff. Dorothy worked for USD 501 Topeka Public Schools, retiring after over 40 years of service. She also worked for over 12 years at Atria Hearthstone.She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church.Dorothy...
Michael Eugene Stanley
Mar 23, 2023
Michael Eugene Stanley, 63, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2023.He was born March 1, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Jack and Carolyn (Andres) Stanley. He attended Highland Park High School. Michael was employed by Raintree Apartments as a Maintenance Technician for over 20 years.He was an outdoorsman and spent countless hours enjoying nature. He also enjoyed...
Jeanne Berg
Mar 23, 2023
Jeanne Laree Berg PhD, 76, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, March 23, 2023.She was born May 4, 1946, in Lindsborg, Kansas, the daughter of James and Virgie (Larson) Berg. She graduated from Lindsborg High School in 1964. In May 1970, she graduated with her Bachelor's degree in education from Washburn University. She received her Master's degree in School Psychology from...
