Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Donald A. Anderson
Sep 15, 2023
Donald A. Anderson, age 90, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2023, at The Pines South in Holton, KS.
He was born the son of Arthur E. and Mary E. (Palmer) Anderson on October 27, 1932, in Williams, AZ.
Don was a 1951 graduate from Osage City High School. He served in the Navy...
Judith Lee "Judy" Nagy
Sep 10, 2023
Judith Lee “Judy” Nagy, 79, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2023, at her home.
She was born September 26, 1943, in Newton, KS, to Frank Henry Torline and Elizabeth Genevieve (Hogan) Torline. Judy graduated from Newton High School, earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Missouri Columbia, and a master’s degree from the University of Kansas.
As...
ReyDavid "Papa-San" Fuentes
Sep 10, 2023
ReyDavid “Papa-San” Fuentes, age 24, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023.
He was born the son of Ulises C. Fuentes and Maria E. (Estrada) Fuentes on December 1, 1998, in Topeka, KS.
ReyDavid enjoyed playing video games, working out and staying fit and attending his bible study class. Spending time with his family, especially his...
Angelina Carolina Gonzalez
Sep 7, 2023
Angelina Carolina “Carolyn” Gonzalez, 76 of Topeka, passed away Thursday, September 7, 2023, at Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab in Topeka, Kansas.
She was born November 12, 1946, in Topeka, to Jubencio Perez Rodriguez and Saturnina (Borjon) Rodriguez. She attended Lincoln Grade School, East Topeka Jr High and Topeka High School graduating in 1964. She attended and acquired many hours...
Mary Ann Schmidt
Sep 6, 2023
Mary Ann Schmidt, 89, of Topeka, passed away September 6, 2023, at a local assisted living facility. She was born June 9, 1934, in Topeka to George John Burghart and Amalia Catherine (Prediger) Burghart. Mary Ann was the youngest of ten siblings. She grew up in the Little Russia community in Topeka and attended St. Joseph Grade School.
Mary...
Clifton M. Parker
Sep 5, 2023
Clifton M. Parker, age 72, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2023, at the Midland Hospice House.
He was born the son of Tom Parker, Sr., and Ethel Mae (Caraway) Parker on October 28, 1950, in Taft, OK.
After Clifton graduated from Topeka High School, he continued his education at Johnson County Community College on...
Jazmyn Bravo Terrones
Aug 30, 2023
Jazmyn Bravo Terrones, 19 años, de Topeka, KS, falleció acompañada de su amada familia el miércoles, 30 de agosto de 2023.
Hija de Felipe y Sandra Terrones Bravo, nació el 5 de mayo de 2004 en Los Ángeles, CA.
Jazmyn se graduó de Highland Park High School y de Washburn Tech en el 2022. Entre sus pasatiempos estaban su...
Regis Edward Campbell, Jr.
Aug 22, 2023
Regis Edward Campbell, Jr., 79, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at Midland Hospice House, just minutes before his 80th birthday.
He was born August 23, 1943, in Star Junction, Pennsylvania, to Regis Edward Campbell and Catharine Veronica (Farrell) Campbell.
In 1961 Regis graduated from Frazier High School in Perryopolis, Pennsylvania.
After high school Regis enlisted in...
Carl "Gus" Beier, Jr.
Aug 18, 2023
Carl grew up in Topeka. He attended St. Joseph grade school and Hayden High School, graduating in 1969.
He completed law school and practiced law for several years in St. Louis, Missouri, where he resided until his death. Carl’s favorite occupation, however, was as a baseball umpire and basketball referee, which he was involved in his entire adult life.
Memorial...
Joseph L. Frederick
Aug 18, 2023
Joseph L. Frederick, age 82, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023, at the Kelly House of Topeka.
He was born the son of Joseph S. and Marie Helen (Hladky) Frederick on August 11, 1941, in Topeka, KS.
Joseph served his country in the United States Army. He started working for Allis-Chalmers for several years and retired...
Allen Louis McKellips
Aug 14, 2023
Allen Louis McKellips, 55, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 14, 2023, at his home.
He was born in Topeka on March 2, 1968, the son of Roger Allen McKellips and Christeen Ann (Ketter) McKellips. When he was born his parents lived in a home owned by Alf Landon. Shortly after Allen was born, his Father was called...
JoAnn Morris
Aug 2, 2023
JoAnn A. Morris, age 76, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, August 2, 2023, at Topeka Center for Rehab and Nursing.
She was born the daughter of George and Elizabeth (Duran) Anglin on October 13, 1946, in Las Vegas, New Mexico.
JoAnn loved all animals, especially her dogs. She was an avid shopper and was always buying...
Margaret Lee
Jul 31, 2023
Margaret Lee, 100, of Topeka, passed away on July 31, 2023, at Lexington Park Assisted Living.
She was born on a farm in Olpe, Kansas on August 8, 1922, the daughter of Henry and Hattie (Bergmann) Dreier. She attended St.
Joseph grade school and high school in Olpe Kansas.
Margaret worked as a Dental Assistant for...
Sylvester D Negrete
Jul 29, 2023
Sylvester D. (Beto) Negrete of Topeka, Kansas took his heavenly journey July 29, 2023 at the age of 86.
Sylvester was born December 31, 1936, son of Rodolfo Negrete and Natalia Alonzo Negrete.
He served in the US Navy from 1955 to 1959. He worked at the VA Hospital for 26 years.
On October 1st, 1960, Sylvester and Rosalie Ramos...
James E. Flory, Jr.
Jul 27, 2023
James E. Flory, Jr., 92, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at his home.
He was born on November 22, 1930, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of James E. Flory, Sr. and Grace A. Flory.
James grew up in Topeka and graduated from Topeka High School. He was drafted into the United States Marine Corps and served...
Celestine "Shorty" Garcia
Jul 21, 2023
Celestine “Shorty” Garcia, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away with her family by her side on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Midland Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of John G. and Mary “Nettie” (del Hierro) Serna on May 19, 1941.
Celestine graduated from Hayden High School in 1959. After high school, she started her 43-year long...
Joan (Glynn) Weissbeck
Jul 20, 2023
Joan (Glynn) Weissbeck, age 92, passed away at her home on Thursday, July 20, 2023.
Joan was born the youngest of three children, born the daughter of Earl Francis and Anna Elizabeth (Thorpe) Glynn, on August 8, 1930, in Wamego, KS.
Joan graduated from Wamego Rural High School in 1948. Mrs. Weissbeck attended St. Mary’s College in Leavenworth, KS,...
Roger Lee Pummill, Sr.
Jul 16, 2023
Roger Lee Pummill, Sr., age 86, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, July 16, 2023, at LMH in Lawrence, KS.
He was born the son of Louis P. and Maude M. (Morrison) Pummill on December 5, 1936, in Sedalia, MO. Roger married Patricia Ruth Bryant. She passed away on February 20, 2000.
Roger was the owner and operator...
Gary Eugene Cooper
Jul 16, 2023
Gary Eugene Cooper, 74, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2023, at The Gardens at Aldersgate.
He was born March 22, 1949 in Parsons, Kansas, the son of Eugene and Virginia Cooper.
Gary moved from Parsons in 1996 to Topeka, receiving support from Individual Support Systems (CAPPER).
He collected colorful stationary, enjoyed classic cars, and was very patriotic.
Gary...
Barbara Jeanne Flory
Jul 14, 2023
Barbara Jeanne Flory, 90, of Topeka, passed away Friday, July 14, 2023, at her home.
She was born November 19, 1932, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Henry C. Gellings and Anna M. Gellings.
Barbara grew up in Atchison and graduated from Mount St. Scholastica, an all-girls Catholic school.
Barbara retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company after 25 years of...
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