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Rexford G. Reilly
Dec 8, 2013
Rexford Gale Reilly, 91, of New Hope, MN, formerly of Topeka, passed away Sunday, December 8, 2013.He was born November 12, 1922 in Lenora, Kansas, the son of Rexford Harley and Susan Rufina (Paddook) Reilly. He was a graduate of Norton Community High School and attended Fort Hays State College. He served in the U.S. Army during WW II. Mr....
B. Delorise Lister
Dec 7, 2013
B. Delorise Lister, 89, of Topeka, died on Saturday, December 7, 2013 at Midland Hospice House. Delorise was born on March 19, 1924 in Topeka to George G. and Bertha Marie (Fritz) Coon. She graduated from Topeka High School in 1942. Delorise was a lifelong resident of Topeka and retired from Fleming Company after 25 years of employment.Delorise married Eugene...
Pritam K. Sidhu
Nov 29, 2013
Pritam Kaur Sidhu Pritam Kaur Sidhu, 86, Topeka, passed away Friday, November 29, 2013, at Topeka Manor Care. She was born May 24, 1927, in India, to Puran Singh and Gurbachan Kaur Grewal. Pritam was married to Surjit Sidhu in 1954. Surviving are two sons: Bhupinder Sidhu of Topeka and Preetmohinder Sidhu (Rebecca) of Prior Lake, Minnesota; two sisters: Mohinder...
Reverend Dalec. Thomas
Nov 28, 2013
Obituary: Rev. Dale C. ThomasDale was born on July 24, 1930, to Albert and Ina Thomas, in Sharon, Kansas. He went to be with the Lord on November 28, 2013. He married the love of his life, Helyn June Hart on August 29, 1948, in Medicine Lodge, KS. She was waiting for him in Heaven.He is survived by his son...
Christy M. Frantz
Nov 25, 2013
Christy Michelle Frantz, 34, of Topeka, passed away Monday, November 25, 2013, after her long courageous battle with Leukemia. Christy had a deep faith in the Lord and a great love of family. She will be most missed for her humor and her ability to turn everyday life into an adventure.She and her family had recently moved back to Topeka...
Darryl Lesser
Nov 19, 2013
Darryl "Dode" LesserIn the loving arms of his wife and children, Dode Lesser went to be with his Heavenly Father on November 19, 2013 at the University of Arkansas Medical Hospital.Darryl Joe Lesser was born on October 26, 1944 in Topeka, KS to Ernest and Virginia (Jenkins) Lesser. He attended Seaman High School where he was an All-Star in football,...
Geneva P. Sorber
Nov 17, 2013
Geneva Pauline Sorber Geneva Pauline Sorber, 89, passed away Sunday, November 17, 2013, in Topeka. Gene was born in Topeka, February 4, 1924, daughter of Heinrich "Henry" and Myrtle Evers who have preceded her in death. Sister Anna (Evers) Pufahl and brothers Floyd and Fred Evers have also passed away. She was married to Bert Harry Sorber December 31, 1946....
Arline M. Jordan
Nov 17, 2013
Arline Mae Wesley Jordan Arline Mae Wesley Jordan, 85, Topeka, died Sunday, November 17, 2013, at Plaza West. She was born February 26, 1928, at Corning, the daughter of George William and Estella "Mae" (Follett) Clem. She attended Greenwood Grade School and Corning Rural High School, graduating as co-valedictorian of her class. Arline moved to Topeka in May, 1946, and...
Jane C. Goble
Nov 16, 2013
Jane C. Goble, 94 , Olathe, formerly of Topeka, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2013. She was born September 30, 1919 in Independence, KS, to Edward and Laura Bell Cowles. She had resided at Pinnacle Ridge Rehab. & Nursing Home in Olathe since February, 2013. Prior to that, she resided at Aldersgate Village in Topeka. Jane lived in Topeka...
Eleanor Jane Michael
Nov 11, 2013
Eleanor Jane Michael, 90, of Topeka, passed away November 11, 2013. She was born February 12, 1923, in Topeka, the second daughter of John and Leanna Holliday. She married Melvin Michael on August 8, 1940. They enjoyed 64 wonderful years together. Eleanor's life left a legacy of happiness, smiles, and laughter to all who knew her. She was preceded in...
Kathleen L.Lister Byrd
Nov 11, 2013
Kathleen L. "Katie" Lister Byrd, 35, of Carbondale, passed away Monday, November 11, 2013.She was born September 13, 1978 in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Jack D. and Theresa Ann (Carson) Lister. She was a 1997 graduate of Seaman High School and received an Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice from University of Phoenix.Katie was employed by various banks most recently...
Ellis E. Mcdougal
Nov 9, 2013
Ellis E. McDougal, 100, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2013 at Clyde, Kansas.He was born September 14, 1913 in Wakarusa, Kansas, the son of Edward Siler and Emma (Nichols) McDougal. He was a graduate of Carbondale High SchoolHe served in the U.S. Navy during WW II.Mr. McDougal was employed by Santa Fe Railway Shops in Topeka for 45...
Darlene Joan Klamm
Nov 7, 2013
Darlene Joan Klamm Darlene Joan Klamm, 78, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013, at Select Specialty Hospital of Topeka. She was born May 28, 1935, in Topeka, the daughter of Ben and Mabel Ellen (Bennett) Morris. Darlene was a graduate of Seaman High School. She worked at Kaw Valley Bank for a total of 18 years. She later...
Ronald R. Dreyer
Nov 7, 2013
Ronald R. "Ron" Dreyer, 70, of Topeka, KS, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013.He was born July 29, 1943 in Lawrence, KS, the son of Cloyd Lee and Helen Virginia (Deskins) Dreyer. He was a graduate of Perry Rural High School. He attended Washburn University on a football scholarship.Ron worked for various employments and retired as a State of Kansas...
Larry Joe Yingling
Nov 7, 2013
Larry Joe Yingling, 79, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013.He was born July 23, 1934 in Topeka, the son of Dorwin E. and Sara Jane (Carothers) Yingling.He graduated from Seaman High School in 1952. He founded, owned and operated Yingling Auto Service Center and was a cattle rancher. He was a member of Second Presbyterian Church, Topeka.Larry married...
Max E. Martin, Sr.
Nov 7, 2013
Max E. Martin, Sr., 81, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, November 7, 2013.Max was born August 24, 1932 in Rossville, KS, the son of Raymond Glenn and Flora A. (Failer) Martin. He was a 1950 graduate of Seaman High School. He served in the U.S. Army, the 437 Ordinance Ammunition Company, stationed in Lofer, Austria from 1952 to 1954 during...
Jerry Ray Wofford
Nov 6, 2013
Jerry Ray Wofford Jerry Ray Wofford, 65, Lenexa, died Wednesday, November 6, 2013, at Heartland Medical Center, St. Joseph, MO, of injuries sustained in a multi-vehicle accident on I-29 in Platte County, Missouri on Monday evening. Jerry was born December 3, 1947, at Rock Creek, the son of Floyd Ray and Florence Maxine (Means) Wofford. Jerry was reared in Ozawkie...
Joseph H. Sloop, Iii
Nov 5, 2013
Joseph H. "Joe" Sloop, III, 76, of Topeka, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, November 5, 2013.He was born January 31, 1937, in Oskaloosa, Kansas, the son of Joseph H. and Lois S. (Fulton) Sloop, Jr. He was a 1955 graduate of Oskaloosa High School. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps from February 1, 1957 until...
Leo John Petrik
Nov 4, 2013
Leo John Petrik, 98, Topeka, died Monday, November 4, 2013, at Stormont-Vail Hospital. He was born August 28, 1915, on a farm northwest of Caldwell, the son of Vincent and Edna Mae (Irey) Petrik. Leo graduated from Caldwell High School in 1936. He worked in a funeral home in Blackwell, Oklahoma, before attending Williams Institute of Embalming, Kansas City, where...
Barbara Ann Hesting
Nov 3, 2013
Barbara Ann Hesting, 72, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, November 3, 2013 at her home. She was born March 15, 1941 in Rossville, KS, the daughter Homer Charles and Velma (Startup) Colter.She married Morris K. Fletchall. He preceded her in death in 1984. She married Bill Hesting. He preceded her in death in 1996. Survivors include a son, 6 grandchildren,...
