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JT Calhoun
Mar 28, 2025
JT Calhoun passed away on March 28th 2025. He was born to James Taylor (Jim) Calhoun Sr and Elsie Pearl Calhoun on December 24th 1930 in Wainwright OK the youngest of 5 children. His parents and siblings preceded him in death.
The family lived in Oklahoma until JT was 13 years old, then moved to Goddard KS in 1944 when Jim...
John Charles Drain, Jr.
Mar 27, 2025
John Charles Drain, Jr., 73, of Holton, formerly of Topeka, passed away Thursday, March 27, 2025.
He was born May 11, 1951, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of John C. and Beverly (McKinney) Drain, Sr. He was a 1969 graduate of Topeka High School and received a Bachelor’s and Master's Degree in Social Work from Washburn University.
John was a Juvenile Probation...
John Lehman
Mar 26, 2025
John Prock Lehman passed away on March 26, 2025, at the age of 71 in Topeka, KS. He was born on April 20, 1953, in Muskogee, OK, to Bill Lawrence Lehman and Helen Francis Lehman.
John graduated from Topeka West High School in 1971 and went on to earn his degree from Washburn University in 1975. Throughout his life, he cultivated...
William D. Mumert
Mar 26, 2025
William D. Mumert, 49, of Topeka passed away on March 26, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. William was born March 22, 1976 in Topeka the son of Larry and Laura (Vawter) Mumert. He was raised at Mayetta and graduated from Royal Valley in 1994. William completed training in the Diesel mechanic program at Kaw Valley Vo-Tech in Topeka. He...
Birk Griffiths
Mar 25, 2025
Birk Griffiths, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on March 25, 2025, in Overland Park, Kansas, surrounded by the warmth of his family. Born on September 8, 1947, in Holton, Kansas, Birk lived a life rich with experiences, passions, and connections that left an indelible mark on all who knew him.
From a young age, Birk...
Larry D. Webb
Mar 24, 2025
Larry Dale Webb, born on December 17, 1946, in Doniphan, Missouri, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. He was a man whose life was woven with hard work, dedication, and a deep commitment to his community and family.
Larry's early years were spent working on a farm, where he developed a strong work ethic. He later moved...
Nancy Masters
Mar 23, 2025
Nancy Masters, born on July 24, 1957, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025, surrounded by the love that she so freely gave throughout her life. She was a vibrant soul who embraced life with open arms and a heart full of love, leaving an indelible mark on everyone fortunate enough to know her.
Nancy's journey through life...
Jim Child
Mar 22, 2025
Jim Child, born on November 21, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas, took his final bow on March 22, 2025, in Kansas City, Kansas, surrounded by the warmth of family. He was a man of many facets, embodying a spirit that was both deeply rooted in the land and elevated by his adventures across the vast range of life experiences.
Jim's journey began...
Carol E. Fritch
Mar 21, 2025
Carol E. Fritch, a devoted family man and cherished member of the Topeka community, passed away on March 21, 2025, at the age of 86, in Kansas City, Kansas, surrounded by his beloved family. Born on August 31, 1938, in Centralia, Kansas, Carol was the son of Levi William Fritch and Annabelle L. (Kolb) Fritch. He graduated from Centralia High...
Shirley Eagles
Mar 18, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shirley Nora Eagles at Midland Hospice with her beloved two daughters at her side. She left this world on March 18, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on September 15, 1938, Shirley lived a life characterized by her sweet nature and love for her family, touching the hearts of all...
Wanda D. Carlson
Mar 17, 2025
Wanda D. Carlson, 77, of Topeka passed away on March 17, 2025. She was born on January 30, 1948 in Reno, Nevada. The daughter of William Dean Calvert Sr. and Wanda Lou Calvert (Griffith). Wanda graduated from Topeka High School in 1966. She attended Washburn University. She retired as an Administrative Assistant for Valeo Behavioral Health in 2013. She enjoyed...
Mark Stancliffe
Mar 15, 2025
Mark Stancliffe, 38, of Lecompton, Kansas, entered eternal rest on March 15, 2025. He was born on August 21, 1986, in Topeka, Kansas, to Kent and Linda (Ward) Stancliffe. Mark attended Seaman High School, where he worked on the farm and harvested hay during the summer months. After high school, he served in the United States Coast Guard and later...
Namon C. Calloway II
Mar 15, 2025
Namon C. Calloway II, a spirited and joyous soul with a heart full of love, departed this world on March 15, 2025, in his beloved hometown of Topeka, Kansas. Born on October 30, 1974, Namon was a beacon of light to all who were fortunate enough to cross his path. He was a dedicated forklift driver at Goodyear, a position...
Marianne Ihde
Mar 15, 2025
Marianne Ihde, born June 6, 1930 in Berkheim, Germany, passed away due to complications from a fall on March 15, 2025. She was 94 years old.
Marianne is survived by her three daughters, Annegret (Brian) Ball, Edeltraut Henry and Ursula (Lee) Corber. She was a cherished grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother - known as Oma to all generations. She was preceded...
Cristopher Allon Frye
Mar 15, 2025
Cristopher Allon Frye, a vibrant soul whose laughter and charisma drew people into his orbit, left this world far too soon due to a car accident on March 15, 2025, in Silver Lake, Kansas. Born on July 22, 2005, in Topeka, Cristopher made a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to know him.
As he navigated his teenage years, Cristopher engaged...
Walter Peach
Mar 14, 2025
Walter L. Peach, 79, of Topeka passed away on March 14, 2025. He was born April 24, 1945 at Owensville, Indiana the son of Henry and Delphia. He was raised on a farm at Owensville, Indiana and graduated from high school there. Follow his schooling, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. Walter served two different stints in the...
Johnny C. Lindstrom
Mar 13, 2025
Johnny C. Lindstrom, 74, of Silver Lake, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2025. He was born April 26, 1950, in Topeka the son of James Harvey Lindstrom and Gladys Marie Koelling. Johnny grew up in Silver Lake and graduated from Silver Lake High School in 1968 as class valedictorian. While in high school Johnny, not only excelled in academics...
Rex V. Fox
Mar 12, 2025
Rex Fox, 65, of Topeka passed away on March 12, 2025 following a short illness. He was born November 16, 1959 in San Bernardino, California the son of James W. and Hazel Fae Foster Fox. He moved to Topeka and graduated from Topeka West High School in 1978. He received his Associates Degree from Washburn University in Electronic Technology. Rex...
Karen J. Nicolay
Mar 12, 2025
Karen Jean Thomas-Nicolay, born June 16, 1941, in Evansville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, in her home at Cedarhurst Senior Living in Topeka, Kansas, with her beloved husband of 44 years, Charles "Nick" Nicolay, by her side.
Karen was the youngest of two children born to Gilbert "Gib" Lilburn Thomas and Margaret Ellen (Yeager) Thomas. Her father owned...
Leonard David Wonnell
Mar 12, 2025
Leonard D. Wonnell, 85, Silver Lake, passed away on March 12, 2025 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka.
He was born July 31, 1939 in Silver Lake, Kansas, the son of David and Arabelle (Shenk) Wonnell
Leonard graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics on June 3, 1962. He was a member of the Sigma Pi Sigma...
