Carol Marie Stewart
Jun 5, 2025
Carol Marie Stewart, born on April 16, 1942, in Osawatomie, Kansas, passed away on June 5, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. A former head housekeeper at the Ramada Inn, Carol built a reputation for her hard work and caring demeanor throughout her career. Prior to this role, she shared her warmth with patrons as a waitress at a truck stop on...
Billy "Bill" Ray Finck
Jun 1, 2025
Billy Ray Finck, 88, of Topeka, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday June 1, 2025 at his home.
Bill was born on March 22, 1937 to Louie and Georgia Evelyn (Schooley) Finck in Rocky Ford, Colorado.
As a child his family moved to La Junta, Colorado where he attended school until graduation.
Bill served in the Air Force for 4...
Warren A Harding
May 31, 2025
Warren Alvin Harding passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025. Warren was born on May 15, 1931 in Quenemo, KS to Alvin R. Harding and Addie B. Harding.
He was preceded in death by his wife Harriet Ann Harding, his parents Alvin and Addie Harding, a son Kevin Todd Harding, and sisters Betty Sewell, Bernice Sieg, and Margaret Britain.
He is survived...
Lila C. Gooding
May 31, 2025
Lila Claretta (Beneke) Gooding, age 94, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully in her sleep on May 31, 2025. Lila was born March 13, 1931, in Lost Springs, KS, the daughter of Frederick William Beneke and Clara Sophia (Riffel) Beneke. Lila was lovingly raised on their family farm with four siblings (two sisters and two brothers), whom she looked up...
Anya JoAnn Turner
May 30, 2025
Anya JoAnn Turner, a cherished daughter, sister, and friend, was born on March 9, 2003, in Uralsk, Kazakhstan. She was tragically taken from us too soon on May 30, 2025, due to a car accident, leaving a profound void in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
From a young age, Anya displayed an unwavering kindness and a passion...
Michael Arthur Holstrom
May 18, 2025
Michael Arthur Holstrom, age 73, formerly of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2025, in Hendersonville, Tennessee. He is preceded in death by his parents, Dana and Irene Holstrom. Michael is survived by his three children: Michael, Dana, and Chelsea; his brother, Jerry; as well as four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Michael proudly served his country as a Vietnam...
Mary Lou Spencer
May 18, 2025
Mary Lou Spencer, 96, of Topeka, passed away peacefully, accompanied by family on May 18, 2025 at Homestead Assisted Living.
She was born Mary Louise Lofquist on August 21, 1928 to Gustaf and Esther (Kellen) Lofquist at Kansas City, MO. The family moved to Mayetta, KS when she was 8 years old. She grew up in Mayetta during the depression and...
James Scoville Maag
May 18, 2025
James Scoville Maag of Topeka, passed peacefully on May 18, 2025, at the age of 85, after living with Parkinson’s for several years. Jim was born November 24, 1939, in Ottawa, Kansas, to Mildred and Louie Maag. He spent much of his early life on a farm in Appanoose, Franklin County, Kansas. He graduated from Appanoose High School, where he...
Sharon Roberta McDorman
May 13, 2025
Sharon Roberta McDorman, born on November 6, 1943, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2025, at Topeka Presbyterian Manor. She is lovingly remembered for her generous spirit, her dedication to her family, and her passion for life.
Throughout her career, Sharon made significant contributions while working for the state of Kansas in the health and environment department. She...
Wayne Michael Weber
May 12, 2025
Wayne Michael Weber, 99, of Topeka, passed away on May 12, 2025 at Plaza West Regional Health Center.
He was born on February 15, 1926 to George and Hattie (Hutchison) Weber in Carlton, Kansas.
Wayne graduated from Abilene High School in Abilene, Kansas in 1944. He served in the US Army Corps as a radio operator from 1944-1946 at the end of...
Brian Eugene William Zabokrtsky
May 6, 2025
Brian Eugene William Zabokrtsky, age 4, of Topeka, passed away on May 6, 2025 at Children's Mercy Hospital North.
He was born on December 7, 2020 to Claud and Tiffany (Cronkhite) Zabokrtsky in Topeka, Kansas.
Brian enjoyed life and people. He liked cuddles, music, and cartoons. Brian liked to be around other people, and people liked to be around him. He had...
James Edward Fitzgerald
May 6, 2025
James Edward Fitzgerald, Topeka, passed away at the age of 102 at McCrite Plaza. James was born October 25, 1922, at the family farm home near Valencia, Kansas, the fourth son of nine children of Leslie T. and Lydia B. (Kresie) Fitzgerald.
James attended school at the West Union Grade School and graduated from Rossville High School. He received an agricultural...
Betty Lou Hunter
May 4, 2025
Betty L. Hunter, 87, of Topeka, passed away surrounded by loved ones in her home on Sunday, May 4th, 2025
She was born on November 30, 1937 to Melvin and Carol (Brandt) Smith in North Hollywood, CA. Upon moving to Oregon with her family, she attended Nyssa High School in Nyssa, Oregon and graduated in 1955.
On April 28, 1965, she married...
Ruth Christine Holloway
May 3, 2025
Ruth “Tina” Holloway passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Saturday, May 3, 2025, from complications created by dementia. Tina was 90 years old and very loved by her family.
Tina was born on April 2, 1935, at home in a one room cabin near Rover, Missouri, in Oregon County. She was the first of three daughters and two...
James William Roglitz
Apr 28, 2025
James William Roglitz, 89,of Topeka, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on April 28, 2025 at his home.
He was born on January 21, 1936 to William and Zuma (Euwer) Roglitz in Topeka, KS.
James worked as a Phone Tech for AT&T after 38 years of service. After retirement he enjoyed his grandchildren and great grandchildren. His favorite hobby was camping.
On...
David Alan Stillings
Apr 25, 2025
David Alan Stillings, 72 passed away on April 25, 2025, at Gulfside Hospice in New Port Richey, Florida, after an extended illness. David was born on March 25, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas, to William and Darnell Stillings. Shortly after his birth, David's family moved to Atchison, Kansas, where he grew up. In 1971, David returned to Topeka to attend Washburn...
Danielle "Dani" Renner
Apr 22, 2025
Danielle, better known as Dani, Leigh Renner, 40, of Topeka, Kansas passed away surrounded by love on April 22nd, 2025 after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Topeka, Kansas, to Thomas Blair Morehead and Billie Jane Relihan, Danielle attended Topeka West High School and graduated in 2002. She then went on to attend Washburn University and, after graduation, accepted a...
Vernon Madorin
Apr 22, 2025
Vernon Dean Madorin, a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on April 22, 2025, at Midland Care Hospice, at the age of 87. Born on May 28, 1937, in Valley Falls, Kansas, Vernon lived a life marked by hard work, kindness, and a genuine love for his family.
For over 30 years, Vernon worked as a digger and foreman...
Roslyn McHenry
Apr 19, 2025
Roslyn Kaye McHenry passed away peacefully on April 19, 2025, at the University of Kansas Hospital.
Roslyn is survived by her devoted husband, Bryce; her children, Sean (Cheryl) and Holli Epperly (Justin); her grandchildren, Guy, Lena, and Margo; and her brothers, Jim Prater (Sheri) and Ben Prater (Chanda). She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Ardyce; sister Elisha;...
Kim Brown
Apr 19, 2025
Kim Michelle Brown, born December 31, 1958, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family who shared loving and happy memories with her in her final days.
Kim was a woman of deep faith, resilient spirit, and an unmatched heart for others. Raised with a strong belief in God, she lived a life of love, generosity, and joy. A proud...
