Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Patricia Josephine Coker
Dec 5, 2022
Patricia Josephine (Mercier) Coker, 83, of Topeka, passed away on December 5, 2022, at the Presbyterian Manor of Topeka.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 18, 1939, the daughter of Lawrence Patrick and Juanita (Donigan) Mercier.
Pat was a day care provider in her home for over 45 years.
She was an active member of St. Matthew...
Michael Frederick Tolan Jr.
Dec 4, 2022
Michael “Mikey” Frederick Tolan Jr., 16, of Topeka, passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on January 25, 2006, the son of Michael Frederick Tolan Sr. and Ofelia Tolan. Michael attended Topeka High School.
He worked for Walmart as an associate.
Mikey loved his puppy, Kandy. He also enjoyed Dynamite Doritos,...
Nina Delores Hernandez
Dec 1, 2022
Nina Delores Hernandez, 73, of Topeka, passed away on December 1, 2022, at Plaza West Care Center in Topeka.
She was born September 15, 1949, in Topeka to Paul O. and Christina Gutierrez.
Ms. Hernandez received her education in Topeka, graduating from Highland Park High School in 1968.
Ms. Hernandez worked as a nurse’s aide in the healthcare industry.
She...
Susan "Sue" J. Krische
Nov 30, 2022
Susan “Sue” J. Krische, age 79, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House due to complications from spinocerebellar ataxia.
Sue was born the daughter of Philip J. and Catherine A. (Kennedy) Cunningham on October 23, 1943, in Topeka, KS. She graduated from Hayden High School in 1961.
On November 25, 1965, Thanksgiving...
Patricia "Patsy" M. Corona
Nov 28, 2022
Patricia “Patsy” M. Corona, age 77, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Topeka Center for Rehab and Healthcare.
She was born the daughter of Atanacio M. and Josefina (Gonzalez) Corona on June 22, 1945, in Topeka, KS. Patsy attended OLG Grade School and was a 1963 graduate from Hayden High School. She then furthered...
Cathryne "Cathy" A. Schreiber
Nov 28, 2022
Cathryne "Cathy" A. Schreiber, age 71, of rural Overbrook, KS, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, November 28, 2022.
Cathy was born the daughter of Gerald Wayne and Helen Mae (Zeller) Shoemaker on March 6, 1951, in Rogers, Arkansas. She married Jerry M. Schreiber on July 26, 1969, at Assumption Catholic Church. Together, they celebrated over...
Anthony "Tony" Allen Grabauskas
Nov 27, 2022
Anthony “Tony” Allen Grabauskas, 66, of Topeka, passed away on November 27, 2022, at Stormont Vail Health.
He was born September 15, 1956, in Topeka, the son of Joseph P. Grabauskas and Ann L. (Rodriguez) Grabauskas.
Anthony attended Clay School, Boswell Middle School, and Topeka High School.
He loved dogs, riding his bicycle, dancing, and taking walks. He enjoyed listening...
Mary Ann Minihan
Nov 27, 2022
Mary Ann Minihan, 75, of Topeka, passed away on November 27, 2022, at the House at Midland Care.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on December 6, 1946, the daughter of Peter C. and Margaret (Hafner) Mauer. She was a 1964 graduate of Hayden High School.
Mary Ann was retired as a Clerk for the State of Kansas after 19...
Dawson Alan Fellman
Nov 26, 2022
Dawson Alan Fellman, 4-day old son to Brandon and Amber Fellman, passed away peacefully in the arms of his parents on Saturday, November 26, 2022.
He was born on November 22, 2022, at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, MO. Dawson was baptized into the Catholic faith and was brought home for his parents, sister, and family to love him...
Delbert Leon Hill
Nov 18, 2022
Delbert Leon Hill, 82, of Topeka, passed away Friday, November 18, 2022, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
He was born August 28, 1940, in Liberal, Kansas, the son of Clifford Coville Hill and Georgia Ruth (Headrick) Hill.
Mr. Hill honorably served in the United States Army and The Kansas National Guard from 1962 to 2000. After retirement he was...
Robert Joseph Haberkorn
Nov 17, 2022
Robert Joseph Haberkorn, 93, passed away on November 17, 2022, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born August 5, 1929, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Ignatius and Mary L. (Gabel) Haberkorn. He was a first-generation Volga German born in America to his parents. He attended St. Joseph’s grade school and graduated from Capital Catholic High School...
JoAnne Marie Miller
Nov 14, 2022
JoAnne Marie Miller, 68 of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly Monday November 14, 2022.
She was born October 20, 1954, in Topeka, the daughter of Charles Miller and Ethel (Seematter) Miller.
JoAnne graduated from Highland Park High School in 1972, and went on to have numerous jobs. She went to work at ITC Great Plains 15 years ago, she enjoyed her...
Marie A. Hamon
Nov 10, 2022
Marie A. Hamon, age 78, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2022, at Lexington Park Health & Rehab in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Joseph S. and Marie Helen (Hladky) Frederick on December 26, 1943, in Rossville, KS. Marie attended a one room schoolhouse in rural Jackson County and graduated from Delia Rural High School.
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Steve Stadler
Nov 8, 2022
Steve L. Stadler, age 55, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, November 8, 2022.
He was born the son of Donald L. and Mila Mae (Beasley) Stadler on September 26, 1967, in Topeka, KS.
Steve worked for the family business, Stadler Liquor, in the Oakland neighborhood. He also worked as a bouncer for several nightclubs as a young man....
Dorothy Darline VanDeWiele
Nov 8, 2022
Dorothy Darline VanDeWiele, 84, of Mayetta, passed away Tuesday, November 8, 2022, in Topeka, Kansas.
She was born March 2, 1938, in Mayetta, the daughter of James Wamego Sr. and Edith (Thompson) Wamego. Dorothy attended the Marty Indian School in Marty South Dakota.
She worked as a housekeeper for the United Methodist Home and Aldersgate Village for 15 years.
Dorothy...
Ann Margaret Cooper
Nov 7, 2022
Ann Margaret Cooper, 59, of Topeka, passed away Monday, November 7, 2022, at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
She was born October 12, 1963, in Topeka, the daughter of Jesse Tetuan and Jenny (Torrez) Tetuan. She graduated from Hayden High School in 1982.
Mrs. Cooper worked as a cook for Hayden High School. She was a...
Sierra Lou Gorden
Nov 6, 2022
Sierra Lou Gorden, 81, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 6, 2022, at her home.
She was born April 10, 1941, in Washington County, Kansas, to Frank Jacob Ryser and Esther Bertha (McClaughry) Ryser.
Mrs. Gorden worked hard all her life. For the majority, she worked as a cook for Coffee Time in Grantville, Kansas, Eagle Airport in Eagle,...
Mary L. Escalante
Nov 5, 2022
Mary L. Escalante, age 80, of Silver Lake, KS, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
She was born the daughter of the late Raymond and Virginia (Munoz) Ortega on August 15, 1942, in Topeka, KS.
Mary married Guadalupe “Lupe” J. Escalante, Sr., on February 13, 1961, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Together, they...
Esperanza Barajas
Nov 5, 2022
Esperanza Barajas, age 85, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Saturday, November 5, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of Panfilo and Jacienta (Lopez) Toledo on August 14, 1937, in Topeka, KS.
Esperanza married Jesus M. Barajas on August 18, 1962, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Jesus passed away on May 8, 1998,...
Patricia Doll
Nov 4, 2022
Patricia Doll, age 76, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Midland Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of the late Paul Francis and Magdalen Mary (Artzer) Schwartz on March 8, 1946.
Survivors include her husband, Bob Doll, Jr., of Topeka; daughter, Angie Athon and her partner Kyle Timmerman of Lenexa; son, Thomas “Turk” Chapman...
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