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Charles H. Hoffmeister
Jan 26, 2020
Charles H. Hoffmeister, 90, Topeka, passed away Sunday evening, January 26, 2020 at Brewster Place Rehab in Topeka, Kansas.Chuck was born June 9, 1929 in Chickashaw, Oklahoma the son of Harry C. and Juanita L. Hoffmeister. Chuck married Donna G. Brown on October 22, 1950, enjoying over 67 years together. Chuck worked for Peacocks Carpet, was self-employed at his own...
Charlene Ann Collom
Jan 21, 2020
Charlene A. Collom passed away peacefully on January 21, 2020 at the age of 74. She was born on October 26, 1945, in Axtell, KS, and was preceded in death by her husband Sam Collom, daughter Lori Collom, parents Lester and Virginia Wilhelm and brother Robert "Bob" Wilhelm. Charlene is survived by her brothers, Wayne, Dale, and Tom Wilhem; three...
Juanita "Alice" White
Jan 20, 2020
Juanita "Alice" White, 77, Topeka, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020.She was born January 29, 1942, in Alton, Illinois, the daughter of Charles and Mae Douglas. She graduated from Leadwood High School and on July 13, 1963, she married Rudolph A. White in Leadwood, Missouri. Alice was a bookkeeper at Bible Supply and Gift Shop, retiring in 1993. Alice and...
Sondra Grace Strait
Jan 17, 2020
Sondra Grace Strait, 80, Topeka, passed away Friday, January 17, 2020.She was born December 28, 1939, in Clay Center, Kansas, the daughter of Stewart and Gladys (Woodworth) Wells. She graduated from Miltonvale High School in 1958.She married William G. Strait on January 30, 1960 in Wichita, KS. They would have celebrated 60 years together at the end of this month....
Joann Long Tjelmeland
Jan 15, 2020
JoAnn (Long, Benedict, Phillips) Tjelmeland, 83, Topeka, died on January 15, 2020 at Midland Hospice House.She was born February 3, 1936, the daughter of Frances Koch and Arthur McCammon, in Kansas City, MO and named Dana Gail Koch. She was adopted September 10, 1936 by Charles and Mary Redemske and named Josephine Ann. She was raised on their farm South...
Norman Myer
Jan 12, 2020
Norman H. Myer, 93, passed away on January 12, 2020. He was born in Soldier, Kansas, on May 6, 1926, the son of Herman and Ellen Myer. On his 18th birthday he was drafted in Army for WWII, where he served for two years. Norman is survived by his wife, Sallie; children, Debbie (Craig) Lind, Rick (Shirley) Myer, and Julie...
Leroy Hare Sr.
Jan 10, 2020
LeRoy "Bunny" Hare Sr., 93, passed away January 10, 2020 in Topeka.He was born on October 18, 1926 in Sycamore, Kansas, the son of Frank and Rozella (Duft) Hare. He spent his youth in Neodesha, Kansas. LeRoy entered the United States Army in 1946 where he served for a total of six years as a marksman and heavy truck operator....
Richard James Muller
Jan 8, 2020
Richard James Muller, 67, Topeka, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at St. Francis Hospital.He was born October 3, 1952, in Grand Junction, Colorado, the son of Betty (Hartgraves) Muller and Clarence Muller.Rick was employed with Kansas Automotive Warehouse for 30 years.Rick married Kitty on November 17, 1972 in Topeka. She survives. Other survivors include five siblings: Michael (Lindy) Muller,...
Bobby Dean Kern
Jan 3, 2020
Bobby "Bob" Dean Kern (86), son of Cecil and Lottie (Hosler) Kern, passed away January 3, 2020. Bob was born February 15, 1933 in the family home in Jackson County, Kansas.Bob graduated from Denison Rural High School in 1951 and served in the United States Army from 1953 through 1955; he was discharged as a Corporal having spent his service...
Kathryn Louise Axelton
Jan 2, 2020
Kathryn Louise Axelton, 86, Topeka, passed away Thursday, January 2, 2020, surrounded by her family.She was born July 28, 1933, in Topeka, the daughter of Amel and Delphia (Johnson) Peterson. She grew up in Olsburg and graduated from Olsburg High School.On December 31, 1950 she married Marvin "Lee" Axelton in Olsburg. He preceded her in death on May 19, 2007....
Lucille I. Griffiths
Dec 30, 2019
Lucille I. Griffiths, 98, Topeka, passed away Monday, December 30, 2019.She was born October 24, 1921, in Circleville, Kansas, the daughter of Emmett and Dolly (Hill-Frakes) Baxter. She attended school in Circleville.She was a past member of Circleville Christian Church and Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary.Lucille married William H. Griffiths on June 21, 1941 in Holton, Kansas. He preceded her in...
Gentra Elizabeth Loyd
Dec 30, 2019
Gentra Elizabeth Loyd, 42, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Monday, December 30, 2019 in Topeka, Kansas.Gentra was born on February 19, 1977 in Dodge City, the daughter of Darrell and Jean Imm Loyd. She graduated from Seaman High School in 1995 and later graduated from Washburn University with a Bachelor's degree in business, pursuing a career in assisted...
Barbara H. Saunders
Dec 26, 2019
Barbara Mack Saunders, 82, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2019.She was born June 25, 1937, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Martin and Jessie (Berroth) Mack. Barbara was employed with Landmark Plaza Apartments, retiring after 13 years.She was a member of the Southwest Christian Church, Topeka.Barbara married Daniel Howard Saunders on November 23, 1955 in Topeka, KS. He...
Jesse Harold Diehl
Dec 24, 2019
Jess "Harold" Diehl, 85, passed away on December 24, 2019 in Topeka, Kansas.He was born on July 1, 1934 in Topeka, Kansas, the son of John and Loie (Dachenhausen) Diehl. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1952. Following graduation Harold joined the United States Air Force, where he served as Sargent in Vietnam. In 1973, Harold retired from...
Carol G. Laird
Dec 24, 2019
Carol G. Laird, 91, Topeka, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at The Healthcare Resort of Topeka.He was born March 29, 1928, in Cummings, Kansas, the son of Thomas B. and Rose E. (Launer) Laird. He graduated from Ozawkie Rural High School and attended the University of Kansas. Carol was a U.S. Army veteran.Carol was employed with Quaker Oats for...
Maria Joy Rowzer
Dec 22, 2019
Maria Joy Rowzer (Nov 15, 1949 - Dec 22, 2019)Daughter, youngest of seven and a twin, mother, ex-wife, grandma, and great grandma. She lived on coffee, beer, and hot sauce. She loved Family, God and Country. Her favorite mode of travel was horseback. She got her news from Good Morning, America and her good vibes from Ellen. A woman of...
Doris Frances Mawdsley
Dec 18, 2019
Doris Frances Mawdsley, 94, of Topeka, passed away on December 18, 2019 at Stormont Vail Hospital. She was born on June 29, 1925 to Lowell "Babe" and Rose Worrel in Rushville, MO. On July 13, 1943, she married Bill Mawdsley in Atchison, KS. Together Doris and Bill owned Sullivan Cleaners and Westboro Cleaners in Topeka. She was a member of...
Kevin L. Terrell
Dec 18, 2019
Kevin Terrell, 61, passed away on December 18, 2019. He was born on October 19, 1958, the son of Gary and Janet Terrell. Kevin was an Eagle Scout with Troop 13. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1976. He joined his father and uncle managing Topeka Radiator & Bodyworks. His life long passions were cars and motorcycles, music,...
Joyce Irene May
Dec 16, 2019
Joyce Irene May, 81, Topeka, passed away Monday, December 16, 2019.She was born August 1, 1938, in Mobile, Alabama, the daughter of Jesse and Blanche (Bunnell) Storer. Joyce was a teacher, retiring after many years in the education industry.She was a member of Northern Hills Baptist Church.Survivors include three children, Cindy Steinebach, Roger Houston, and Thomas (Tracy) Houston; two siblings,...
Clarine Keck
Dec 13, 2019
Lois Clarine Keck, 92, passed away on December 13, 2019 in Topeka, Kansas. She was born on December 10, 1927 in Sabetha, the daughter of Andrew and Gladys (DeMetz) Brunner. She graduated from the Sabetha High School in 1945. Following her graduation she attended Stuart Beauty Academy in Topeka. In her career as a beautician she worked in Sabetha, KS...
