Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Catalina Ortiz
Nov 16, 2024
Catalina Ortiz, age 94, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday morning, November 16, 2024, in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Ascension B. and Benita (Aguilar) Juarez on November 21, 1929, in Valley Falls, KS. Catalina married Martin Z. Ortiz, Sr., on August 17, 1946, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Topeka. Together, they...
Robert "Bob" George Spinner
Nov 12, 2024
Robert “Bob” Spinner, 79 of Topeka died November 12, 2024 at Lexington Park Health and Rehab surrounded by his family.
He was born in New Albin, Iowa on January 30, 1945 to James and Doris (May) Spinner.
Bob graduated from Kee High School in Lansing, Iowa, in 1963, leaving the very next day for boot camp to serve in the United States...
Virginia "Gina" Florence Martinez
Nov 10, 2024
November 10, 2024 at 2:24pm Virginia “Gina” Martinez passed from this earth into eternity surrounded by her family.
Gina was born on October 27, 1944 in Topeka, Ks to Raymond C. Ortega and Virginia Ortega (Munoz). She graduated from Hayden High School in Topeka, Ks and St Mary’s College in Leavenworth, Kansas and Providence School of Nursing in Kansas City, Kansas...
Catalina "Cathy" Laura Galvan
Nov 9, 2024
Catalina Laura Galvan, 74, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at The Gardens at Aldersgate, in Topeka.
She was born June 17, 1950, in Tucson, Arizona, the daughter of Pedro Gallego and Maria G. (Garcia) Gallego Chavez.
Catalina graduated from Hayden High School. She went on to work for and retired from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas...
Donald R. Valdivia
Nov 8, 2024
Donald R. Valdivia, age 63, is at peace after passing away on Friday, November 8, 2024, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Peter and Rita (Pimentel) Valdivia on August 22, 1961. Donald graduated from Hayden High School and attended Kansas University.
Never to waver, Donald’s faith was the upmost importance to him. We take comfort knowing Donald is celebrating in...
Camerina "Carmen" Ortiz Ayala
Nov 3, 2024
Camerina “Carmen” Ortiz Ayala, 94, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at Lexington Park Health and Rehab.
She was born August 21, 1930, in Topeka, the daughter of Jose Jesus Arreguin and Maria Ortiz Arreguin.
Camerina grew up in Topeka and attended Hayden High School through her junior year. She later earned her GED.
She enjoyed yardwork, gardening, cooking, babysitting,...
Bernadette Pearl Hecker
Nov 2, 2024
Bernadette Pearl Hecker, 89, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Rolling Hills Assisted Living in Topeka.
She was born February 15, 1935, in Blaine, Kansas, the daughter of Martin Victor Horgan and Teresa (Bennett) Horgan.
Bernadette graduated from Blaine Rural High School in 1952. She was a member of Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic Church, and Aglow...
Peter J. Blancas
Oct 30, 2024
Peter J. Blancas, age 58, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
He was born the son of Roger Blancas and Mary (Luna) Blancas on April 28, 1966.
Peter had worked in concrete construction for many years. He enjoyed watching and cheering on the Las Vegas Raiders and was a longtime fan of NASCAR, with Dale Earnhardt being his...
Alfred "Al" Tetuan
Oct 25, 2024
Alfred “Al” Tetuan, age 70, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 25, 2024, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Michael Tetuan, Sr., and Bibiana Andrea “Andy” (Vasquez) Tetuan on May 2, 1954, in Topeka, KS. On September 17, 1977, Al married his beloved wife, Jane M. Hodges and together they celebrated 38 years of marriage before...
Cynthia Pilar Gonzalez
Oct 22, 2024
Cynthia Pilar Gonzalez, 83, of Overland Park, KS and formerly of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Glenwood Village of Overland Park.
She was born July 16, 1941, in Topeka, to John J. Garcia and Lucia (Torrez) Garcia, and was raised by her aunt, Nellie Lopez, and uncle, Julian Lopez. Cynthia graduated from Highland Park High School in 1960...
Jonathan Josafat Gonzalez Avalos
Oct 18, 2024
Jonathan Josafat Gonzalez Avalos, age 40, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Gabriel Gonzalez and Josefina A. de Gonzalez on November 15, 1983, in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Jonathan was a machine operator for Waste Management and a dedicated member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.
Jonathan was deeply family-oriented...
Harold Thomas Hogan
Oct 18, 2024
Harold Thomas Hogan, 71, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 18, 2024, at Silverado Overland Park Memory Care Community in Overland Park, Kansas.
He was born May 5, 1953, in Washington, Kansas, to Austin James Hogan and Mary Louise (Hoover) Hogan. Harold graduated from Linn High School in 1971 and went on to earn a BSN in nursing and...
Alfred G. Sauseda
Oct 14, 2024
Alfred Sauseda, age 79, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2024, at the Colmery-O’Neil VAMC in Topeka.
Alfred was born the son of Alfredo and Pauline (Escobar) Sauseda on February 16, 1945, in Topeka, KS. He grew up in Chicago, IL. After high school, Alfred joined the United States Marine Corps in 1963 and was honorably discharged in...
Scott Perine
Oct 11, 2024
Scott Perine, age 63, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the Olathe Hospice House.
He was born the son of James and Ellen Mae (Ragland) Perine on May 3, 1961, in Topeka, KS.
On October 21, 1994, Scott married Kristal Lynn Bayless in Topeka, and they shared 22 years of marriage. Kristal passed away on January 13,...
Mary A. Appelhanz
Oct 7, 2024
Mary A. Appelhanz, age 92, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, October 7, 2024, at Oakley Place of Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Ira and Emma (Weisbender) Smith on November 14, 1931, in Topeka, KS. Mary attended Holy Name Grade until 1945 and was a 1949 graduate from Capitol Catholic High School. She then furthered her education at...
Jo Ann Immenschuh
Oct 6, 2024
Jo Ann Immenschuh, age 64, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at her home.
She was born July 21, 1960, in Topeka, to John W. Immenschuh and Barbara Anne (Welch) Immenschuh. Jo attended Hayden Catholic School and graduated from Highland Park High School in 1978.
Over the years Jo had several different jobs. She was an over the road...
Jerilynn Rust
Oct 4, 2024
Jerilynn Rust, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at The Healthcare Resort of Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Kenneth and Ruth (Shriver) Johansen on August 1, 1942, in Falls City, NE. On February 16, 1962, Jerilynn married Cliff D. Rust in Topeka, KS. Together, they shared 62 years of marriage.
Jerilynn was a fun,...
Keith Edward Adams
Oct 4, 2024
Keith Edward Adams, age 77, of Tecumseh, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born June 29, 1947, in Edgewood, Iowa, to James O. Adams and Winnifred Kathryn (Gallagher) Adams. Keith graduated from Starmont High School in Arlington, Iowa, in 1966, and later attended Kaw Area Vocational Technical School and Clark’s...
John J. Perez
Oct 3, 2024
John J. Perez, age 85, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at McCrites Health Center in Topeka.
He was born the son of Norbert and Angela (Gutierrez) Perez on January 31, 1939, in Topeka, KS.
On September 12, 1959, John married Susan Valdivia at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Together, they celebrated 65 years of marriage.
His work...
Serene Autumn Balfour
Oct 1, 2024
Serene Autumn Balfour-Cooper, age 41, formerly of Sacramento, CA, passed away on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Ron Balfour and Melissa Campen-Smith on August 29, 1983, in Sacramento, CA.
Serene was a beautiful soul that cared deeply for others. She loved to help not only people but animals as well. She was a server in...
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