Obituaries
Therese Marie Foland
Sep 29, 2024
Therese Marie Foland, 75, of Berryton, passed away on September 29, 2024 at Saint Francis Hospital.
She was born on January 11, 1949 to Eugene and Mabel (Pavlicek) Fortin in Olathe, Kansas.
On October 16, 1971 she married Eugene Foland in Leoville, Kansas.
She worked as a Payroll Accountant for multiple accounting firms, including Norris&Norris, M&M, and Cummins&Coffman. Terri enjoyed her job...
Pauline H. Yockey
Sep 29, 2024
Pauline (Hall) Yockey, Waukesha, WI, formerly from Topeka, KS passed away on September 29th, after a short illness and was surrounded by family. She was born at home in Wichita on September 14, 1931, on the 20th birthday anniversary of her mother. She was the first child of Floyd W and Rose Velair (Whiteley) Hall. She spent her early years...
Georgia Marie Tribble
Sep 28, 2024
Georgia (Ree) Dooty Tribble, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, adventurer, lifelong learner, went to be with her Lord on September 28, 2024. At 101 years and 4 months Ree had experienced so many wonderful advancements in her amazing life. She was born May 14, 1923 in Melvern, Kansas, daughter of Joseph Samuel Dooty and Edna McIntosh...
Esther Marion Parnell
Sep 26, 2024
Esther Marion (Curry) Parnell was born in Dunavant, KS, on June 19, 1935, to Harold Kerr and Florence Margaret (Milligan) Curry. The family soon moved to a farm near Winchester, KS, where Esther grew up. She went on to graduate from Winchester High School in 1952 and then from the Stormont Vail School of Nursing (Topeka, KS) in 1956. While...
Carolyn A. Adams
Sep 25, 2024
Carolyn Anderson Adams, 90, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas.
Britta Carolyn Anderson was born September 27, 1933, in Dodge City, Kansas. Her parents were Britta Breakey Anderson and Bert Hansel Anderson. Carolyn grew up on a farm in rural Ford County where she was very active in 4-H. She was a participant in the exchange program of...
Edgar Lee Lakin
Sep 25, 2024
Edgar Lee Lakin, 86, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in his home surrounded by family.
He was born January 27, 1938, in Slater, Missouri, the son of Raymond and Ruby Edna Marie (Herman) Lakin. He graduated from Raytown High school in 1956. He served in the Air Force for 12 years in active duty completing his military career...
Ramon Guerrero
Sep 24, 2024
Ramon Guerrero, born on October 4, 1931 in Topeka Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024 at the age of 92. A devoted husband and father, Ramon was known for his warm heart and unwavering dedication to his family.
He and Ruth were married on April 25, 1949 in Topeka, KS. They would welcome five children.
Throughout his life, Ramon enjoyed...
Janice K. Seagraves
Sep 23, 2024
Janice K. Seagraves passed away peacefully at her home in Topeka, Kansas, on September 23, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on February 26, 1943, in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Richard W. and Mary Jane (Reklites) Seagraves.
Janice’s education took her through the halls of Topeka High School, followed by her studies at Washburn University, where she earned a...
James Bosch
Sep 22, 2024
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of James (Jim) Bosch, who left us on September 22, 2024, just days shy of his 80th birthday. He was born on September 30, 1944, to Clemens and Mary (Hager) Bosch in Linton, ND. Jim was one of 8 children.
He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Bismarck, ND and attended...
James B. Duncan
Sep 21, 2024
James Bernard Duncan went to be with his Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at his home in Topeka, Kansas.
Jim was born on November 14, 1934, in Emporia, KS. He was baptized and received first communion at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. His spent early years outside Emporia working on the family farm with his father and brothers. He graduated from...
Scott Edward Reaka
Sep 18, 2024
Scott Edward Reaka, 52, of Topeka, passed away on September 18, 2024.
He was born on June 21, 1972 to Donna Vann Davis in Topeka, Kansas.
Scott was Self Employed.
Scott is survived by his mother; Donna Vann Davis.
Private family services are planned.
Scott we miss you. And we will always be thinking of you, we don't understand why you left this early in...
Bernice C. Phillips
Sep 16, 2024
Bernice C. Phillips, 92, of McKinney, TX departed this world on September 16, 2024. Born on February 28, 1932, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, to Clarence and Adline Cowherd. Bernice's journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith and her deep love for her family and community.
As a dedicated educator, Bernice found joy in shaping the minds of preschool aged children,...
Preston Lee Pease
Sep 15, 2024
Preston Lee Pease entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 15, 2024. He was born at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, April 30, 1950, to Bill and Lorena Pease. The oldest child in a military family, Preston’s early years saw adventures in Kansas, Guam, Iowa, France, and Washington before the family returned to Topeka.Preston graduated from Topeka West High School in 1969. Mechanically...
Michael Eugene Engler
Sep 15, 2024
Michael Eugene Engler, 70, of Topeka, KS, died Sunday, September 15, 2024 at home and surrounded by loved ones.
Michael was born on February 7, 1954 in Topeka, KS to Glen and Edna (Wilkins) Engler. He graduated from Washburn Rural High School. In 1977, he earned his Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree from Kansas State University. He had an esteemed 34...
Diana Lorene Doll
Sep 15, 2024
Diana Lorene Doll, 69, of Topeka, passed away and was reunited with her daughter on Sunday, September 15, 2024.
She was born October 29, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Donald and Doris (Johnston) Pile. Diana graduated from Topeka West High School. She later attended classes at Allen County Community College.
Diana was a member of Quivira Heights Church of Christ,...
Rachel Leigh Bevens
Sep 14, 2024
Rachel Leigh Bevens, born on April 6, 1990, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away on September 14, 2024, in her hometown.
Rachel a vibrant individual who possessed an unwavering love for music. She derived great pleasure from the tunes of Eminem, Primus, and Kansas, often seen singing and dancing to her favorites, including the timeless classics from the Spice Girls. Music formed...
Deborah Jeanne Hamm
Sep 14, 2024
Deborah Jeanne Hamm, 63, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2024 in her home.
She was born October 16, 1960, in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Robert and Linda (Roush) Eaton. She graduated from Highland Park High School in 1978. She obtained her license as a Barber and later became a CNA.
Deborah was employed with Select Hospital in Topeka for...
Mary Ellen Vausbinder
Sep 13, 2024
Mary Ellen Vausbinder, 87, of Topeka, passed away Friday, September 13, 2024.
She was born October 26, 1936, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Ellen Evelyn (Beckley) Long. She graduated from Highland Park High School in 1954.
Mary Ellen was employed by USD 501 for many years working at West Avondale and Randolph Elementary schools.
Mary Ellen married John Edward Vausbinder...
Nancy Joyce Michener
Sep 13, 2024
Nancy Joyce Michener was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend. She left this world suddenly on September 13, 2024 at the age of 84.
Nancy was the example of kindness, compassion, beauty, and an undeniable love of family and friends. She approached everything in her life with strength and grace. She was encouraging and supportive and a bit...
Ronald Dean O'Neill
Sep 12, 2024
Ronald "Dean" O'Neill, 77, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, service to God, and dedication to his family. Born to Betty (Scoville) and Francis Howard O’Neill on May 8, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, Dean graduated from Winchester High School in 1965. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Economics...
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