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Phyllis Barnard
Feb 3, 2025
Phyllis Mary Esther Barnard (Thomas), 81, of Lawrence, Kansas, transitioned peacefully with the support of her family on February 3, 2025, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital after a short battle with lung cancer. Per her request, no traditional viewing or services will be held. A private family interment will take place at a later date at Prairie Home Cemetery in Menoken,...
Howard A Jackson
Feb 2, 2025
Howard A. Jackson, a beloved member of his family, passed away on February 2, 2025, at Midland Care Hospice House after a brief battle with brain cancer. Born on June 12, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas, and a 1972 graduate of Seaman High School, Howard lived a life with laughter, camaraderie, and devotion.
Howard was known for his outgoing personality, easily making...
Linda J. McDonald
Jan 30, 2025
Linda J. (Faulk) McDonald passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 after a three year battle with cancer. She was born on September 29, 1948 in Topeka, Kansas, the youngest child of Delbert E. Faulk, Sr. and Marie (Jacobs) Faulk.
Linda grew up on a farm near Keene, Kansas and attended Keene Methodist Church. She attended Dover Schools, graduating in the...
Tomas A. Munoz
Jan 27, 2025
Tomas A. Muñoz, 84, of Topeka passed away on January 27th, 2025, which sadly would have been he and his wife’s 62nd wedding anniversary. Tomas was born September 26th, 1940 in Silao, GTO, Mexico, the oldest of 12 children born to Tomas and Angelina Muñoz. Tomas was raised in Mexico.
He married Luz Maria on January 27th, 1963 in Silao. Tomas...
Jean Smith
Jan 25, 2025
It is with heavy, but grateful hearts, that the family of Irma “Jean” Smith, 86, announces her passing. Jean went home to be with her Lord on January 25, 2025.
Jean Smith was born and spent her early years in Goodland, KS where her father, Kenneth Carl, worked on the Rock Island Railroad. Her mother, Laurene Carl, was a hard-working homemaker...
Fonda M. Peavler
Jan 25, 2025
Fonda M. Peavler, 82, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at a Topeka care facility. She was born November 1, 1942 in Topeka, the daughter of Roy and Marie (Clark) Peavler.
Fonda graduated from Highland Park High School. She was employed by Westar Energy, Evergy and later OneGas before retiring.
Survivors include her nieces and nephews, Jim (Sally) Worsley,...
Eldon "Ash" Aeschliman
Jan 24, 2025
Eldon E. “Ash” Aeschliman, age 91, of Topeka, Kansas, died on January 24, 2025 at The Gardens at Aldersgate, in Topeka KS. He was born February 24, 1933 at his family’s home west of Sabetha, Kansas. His parents were Chris William and Golda Lilly (Brammer) Aeschliman.
He attended Nemaha County National School #107 Northwest of Sabetha and graduated from Sabetha High...
Betty Barngrover
Jan 24, 2025
Betty Barngrover, a beloved wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, left this world peacefully on January 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on July 19, 1933, in Emporia, Kansas, Betty led a life filled with warmth, laughter, and an unwavering commitment to those she loved.
As a stay-at-home mom, Betty dedicated herself wholeheartedly to raising her children—Sherry (Gary) Meggison,...
David Leroy Price
Jan 23, 2025
David Leroy Price, a devoted family man and respected community servant, passed away on January 23, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 72, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on August 7, 1952, in Topeka, Kansas, David was an alumnus of Shawnee Heights High School, graduating in 1970. He committed his life to service and helping others, a passion...
Stephen Watson
Jan 22, 2025
Steve L. Watson, (73), Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, after a brief, unexpected illness.
Steve was born September 2, 1951, at Wesley Hospital, Wichita, Kansas. He was the son of Jim and Eleanor Watson. He was a 1969 graduate of Wichita North High School. He graduated from Kansas State University in 1973 with B.S. degree in Biology...
Randy Hermann
Jan 18, 2025
Randy G. Hermann was born on June 24th, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas, and departed this world on January 18th, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.
Randy was born to Mary E Hermann (Perryman) and Ralph E. Hermann on June 24th, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas. Randy graduated from Perry High School and attended computer information courses at Washburn University. Randy joined the United Stated...
Derrick A. Gehrke
Jan 16, 2025
Derrick A. Gehrke, born on March 20, 1970, in San Antonio, TX, passed away on January 16, 2025, in his hometown of Topeka.
Derrick attended Highland Park High School and later found fulfillment working at Home Depot until his retirement. He was a devoted father to his two daughters, Courtney Garcia-Gehrke and Tatiana Gehrke, and cherished the time he spent with...
Jimmie Keith Lange
Jan 15, 2025
Jimmie Keith Lange, 87, of Topeka, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
He was born June 4, 1937, in Hiawatha, Kansas, the son of Ewald and Edith (Martinson) Lange. He served in the Army National Guard during the Korean War.
Jimmie was a machinist for many years and employed by Roach Hardware for 9...
Philip Benninghoven
Jan 14, 2025
Philip Benninghoven passed away on January 14, 2025 at Aldersgate Village in Topeka, Kansas. He was born March 22, 1941 in Kansas City, Kansas to Rhein and Mary (Jackson) Benninghoven
He served in the United States Navy through the ROTC program in College for 4 years.
Philip was married and later divorced.
He lived with his mother until her passing.
Philip later lived at...
Jon Charles Workman
Jan 12, 2025
Our beloved son, Jon Charles Workman and child of God, left this Earth to be present with Jesus Christ our Lord on Sunday, January 12th at 8:30 a.m. He was 54.
Jon was born on August 18, 1970 in Topeka, Kansas to Dan and Carolyn Workman. They survive. He is also survived by the light of his life, his daughter, Falan...
Laura Marie Logan
Jan 12, 2025
Laura Marie Logan, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, and grandmother, passed peacefully in Topeka, Kansas on January 12, 2025, at the age of 79. Born on May 11, 1945, in Topeka, she spent her life by family, friends, and the community she cherished deeply.
Laura's journey began with her education at Assumption Grade School and continued through Hayden High School,...
Marge McAlister
Jan 11, 2025
Marjorie "Marge" McAlister, a devoted matriarch, passed away peacefully on January 11, 2025, at the age of 95, in her hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Born on March 3, 1929, Marge was the daughter of Walter Philip Herleman and Frieda Hannah (Schuette) Herleman. She grew up in Topeka but later attended Northeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and she graduated...
Mary Jane Bahr
Jan 10, 2025
Mary Jane Bahr, a devoted educator, loving mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2025, in Meriden, Kansas. Born on May 5, 1939, in Stella, Missouri, Mary dedicated her life to nurturing young minds and shaping the future through education.
With a career that spanned over four decades Mary taught in various school districts across Kansas. While living...
Paul Abbott, Sr.
Jan 8, 2025
Paul Robert Abbott, Sr. was born on November 26, 1932, in Valley Falls, Kansas, and departed this world on January 8, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by his cherished family. He leaves behind a bright legacy etched in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A dedicated family man, Paul was married to his beloved wife, Hazel, for an...
Loretta Long
Jan 3, 2025
Loretta Long, 83, of Topeka passed away on January 3, 2025. She was born December 5, 1941 in Baltimore Maryland the daughter of Argil and Geneva Jeffries. Loretta graduated from high school in San Diego. She was former owner of Starlite Skate Center on southeast 45th street in Topeka for 30 years. Loretta enjoyed traveling and going each year to...
