Josephine P. Laul
Aug 6, 2025
Josephine Laul, formerly of Volcano and Mountain View, Hawaii, and Manhattan, KS, passed away August 6, 2025, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 97. Josephine was born on November 12, 1927, in Mountain View, Hawaii, the youngest of 13 children born to Michael and Anne Pszyk. She grew up in Mountain View and Volcano. The Pszyk family has a...
Mary Elizabeth Haubold
Aug 4, 2025
Mary Elizabeth Haubold, 87, of Topeka, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on August 4, 2025.
She was born on December 10, 1937 to Clifford and Myrtle (Olander) Palmquist at Stanton, Iowa.
Mary worked as a Nurse for 55 years, 31 at the Topeka VA where she was a Nursing Supervisor. She earned her Master's Degree in Nursing at age 57.
She...
Joan P. Gatewood
Aug 4, 2025
Joan P. Gatewood, age 95, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Monday August 4th, 2025.
Born on March 29th, 1930, in Coldwater, Kansas, Joan was the cherished daughter of Lutze and Vi Poltera (Shelton). Her thirst for knowledge and commitment to education propelled her to earn a Bachelor’s degree from Washburn University, where she was a member of the Alpha Phi...
Dr. Randall J. Kresie
Aug 2, 2025
Dr. Randall J. Kresie, born on April 6, 1958, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025. He made lasting impacts on both the medical and agricultural communities as a dedicated professional, loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Dr. Kresie began his academic journey at Kansas State University, where he earned his bachelor's degree, and later achieved his doctorate from...
Courtland T. Carls
Aug 1, 2025
Courtland Theodore Carls passed away on August 1, 2025, age 92, at McCrite Plaza in Topeka, KS. He was born on August 13, 1932, the son of George T. Carls and Sarella J. Denison Carls in Topeka, KS. He graduated from Berryton Rural High School in 1952. He grew up on a farm in Wakarusa, KS. He was drafted into...
Charity Janelle Rench
Aug 1, 2025
Charity Janelle Rench, a beloved educator, mother, and devoted wife, left this world on August 1, 2025. At the age of 44, Charity passed from this life surrounded by her family in her home after a long battle with cancer. Born on September 5, 1980, in Wellston, Oklahoma, Charity enriched our lives with her presence and left a lasting impression...
Carol Gilliam Green
Jul 23, 2025
Carol Lee Gilliam Green, 81, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away July 23, 2025, with her caregivers and dear friend by her side. Carol was born, April 19, 1944, in Poplar Bluff Missouri. The eldest of two children born to Millard and Nadine Gilliam, Carol spent her childhood in Poplar Bluff surrounded by her cousins and excelling academically. She graduated from...
Roy D. Rissky
Jul 22, 2025
Roy D. Rissky, P.E.
Roy David Rissky, 69, of Tecumseh, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025, in Mesa, Arizona, with his wife and children at his side.
Roy was born on June 12, 1956, in Tyndall, South Dakota, to Roy W. and Ollie Rissky and raised in Mitchell, SD with his four siblings. There he enjoyed being outdoors and accompanying...
Ruth J. Hodges
Jul 21, 2025
Ruth Johnson Hodges, 99, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025 at Brewster Place in Topeka, KS. Mrs. Hodges was born in Agenda, Kansas, on October 21, 1925, the daughter of James M. Johnson and Lula Beeman Johnson.
She grew up in Washington, Kansas and graduated from Washington High School. She moved to Topeka in 1944 where she...
Georgie Ruth Crouch
Jul 20, 2025
Georgie Ruth Crouch passed away on Sunday, July 20, 2025, in Liberty, MO. She was 90 years old and lived a long life. She was born Georgie Ruth Lamer on May 3, 1935, to Harold and Edna (Veatch) Lamer in Salina, Kansas. She was preceded in death by her mother and father and her sister Glenda. She is survived by...
Doris Vaughn
Jul 18, 2025
Doris L. Vaughn, age 87, of Topeka, KS passed away peacefully Friday, July 18th 2025. She was born Sept.8, 1937 in Halls Summit, Kansas the daughter of Fred F. & Thelma M. (Shaffer) Ireland.
Doris graduated from Lebo High School in 1955 and moved to Topeka, Kansas. She attended Clarks Business College and worked at First National Bank of Topeka.
She married...
James "Jim" Leon Tate
Jul 18, 2025
James “Jim” Leon Tate (92) from Topeka, KS has gone to be with his Lord and Savior in heaven on July 18, 2025.
Jim was born in Manchester, TN on March 12,1933 to Francis and Vera (Crosslin) Tate. They precede him in death. He loved his Tennessee heritage as a “plowboy” helping work his parent’s family potato farm and tending his...
Todd Alan Jurczewsky
Jul 16, 2025
Todd Alan Jurczewsky
September 10, 1961 – July 16, 2025
Todd Alan Jurczewsky, 63, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly in July 2025. Born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on September 10, 1961 to Duane and Phyllis Jurczewsky. Todd spent his life with a deep love for nature, an open heart for others, and a spirit full of adventure. He was a...
Shirley Benton
Jul 14, 2025
Shirley Benton, born on August 20, 1927, in Lyman, Nebraska, was called to her Creator’s side on July 14, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. She lived a long life full of tenacity, thoughtfulness, and a soft spoken spirit that touched those who knew her.
Shirley graduated from Topeka High School in 1945. For some time after, she worked for Morrell’s Meat Packing...
Alice Geneva Svalina
Jul 14, 2025
Alice Svalina 82 of Huron South Dakota, joined her heavenly family in the early morning hours of July 14, 2025.
Born Alice Geneva Olmsted on March 24, 1943 in Merced California. Her parents were Alton George, (Buck) and Ruby Grace, (Barlow) Olmsted.
In 1946 her family moved to Oregon where she was raised and attended school. At the age of seventeen she...
Elvin Ray Robbins
Jul 12, 2025
Elvin Ray Robbins, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 79. Born on April 9, 1946, in Fort Leonard, Missouri, Elvin devoted a life rich in service, love, and joy, making a profound impact on all who were fortunate enough to know him.
Elvin proudly served his...
William E. Michener Jr.
Jul 12, 2025
William E. Michener Jr, 92, of Topeka, passed away on July 12, 2025.
He was born on August 24, 1932 to Dr. William E. and Mildred (Pardee) Michener at Topeka, KS.
Bill graduated from Topeka High School in 1950. He was a 3 sport varsity athlete.
Bill received his bachelor degree from the University of Kansas. He served with honor as a pilot...
Paul "Dean" Massey
Jul 11, 2025
Paul "Dean" Massey, 84, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.
Born on August 17, 1940, to Harold Massey and Virginia Norland, Dean spent his formative years cultivating a spirit of dedication and perseverance. He attended Seaman High School and went on to pursue a career at Westar Energy Company, where he...
Mary Ann Zarazua
Jul 9, 2025
Mary Ann Zarazua, age 80, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, July 9th, 2025 surrounded by loved ones.
Memorial services will take place on Thursday, July 17th, 2025 at 10:00AM at Penwell Gabel Funeral Home Midtown Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Avenue, Topeka, KS 66604.
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Donna Turner
Jul 7, 2025
Donna Mae (Covey) Turner, 84, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2025. She was born February 2, 1941 in Lawrence, Kansas to Basil and Mabelle Covey. At the time of her birth her family lived in Vinland, Kansas. She attended Huron Grade School, Nortonville Grade School, Nortonville Rural High School, and Holton High School. She was in vocal groups in...
