Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Raymond Valdez
Jan 28, 2022
Raymond Valdez, 96, of Topeka, KS, died Friday, January 28, 2022, in the comfort of his home with his family by his side. He was born March 27, 1925, in Trinidad, CO, the son of Jose and Felicita “Lucero” Valdez. Raymond served as a Medic in the US Army during World War II and worked in Housekeeping at the Colmery-O’Neil...
Bonnie L. Claassen
Jan 25, 2022
Bonnie L. Claassen, 78, of Topeka, KS died January 25, 2022, at The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
She was born March 28, 1943, in McPherson, KS the daughter of John and Martha (Krehbiel) Toews.
Bonnie attended Moundridge Rural High School and graduated from the Halstead Hospital School of Nursing. Her career consisted of working at St....
Hannah W. Mendonca
Jan 24, 2022
Hannah W. Mendonca, 87, of Topeka, passed away on January 24, 2022, at the Sunflower Unit of Aldersgate Village.
She was born in Windsor, England on April 27, 1934, the daughter of Robinson and Elizabeth (Clough) Forster.
She was a homemaker and a member of the Catholic faith.
Hannah married Richard Mendonca on September 7, 1957. He predeceased her in...
Mark A. Haack
Jan 24, 2022
Mark A. Haack, beloved husband, father, and brother, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, January 24, 2022, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Harold and Phyllis Haack on September 3, 1957, in Panama City, Panama.
On February 14, 1996, Mark married Linda Jordon in Topeka, KS. Together, they shared 25 years of marriage.
Mark...
James E. Tinsley
Jan 23, 2022
James E. Tinsley, 77, of Topeka, passed away on January 23, 2022 at Rolling Hills Nursing Home.
He was born in Horton, Kansas on August 6, 1944 the son of Harry and Mabel (Tollefson) Tinsley.
James was a member of the National Guard Reserves. He was retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company. He owned his own small engine repair...
Diane Marie Reynolds
Jan 23, 2022
Diane Marie Reynolds, 62, of Topeka, passed away on January 23, 2022, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on January 17, 1960, the daughter of William “Bill” and Aggie (Schiffelbein) Weigel.
Diane worked as a Para Legal and Legal Assistant for over 26 years with the Federal Government and retired in 2021...
Jennifer Lynn Foster
Jan 21, 2022
Jennifer Lynn Foster died January 21, 2022 while under hospital care.
Jennifer is predeceased by her father Richard, sister Mary Regina and brother Phillip Gregory.
Jennifer began her life journey the beloved daughter of Richard Lionel and Opal Elizabeth Gentry Foster on January 19, 1966 in Kansas City, Missouri.
Jennifer was raised in a large loving family and is...
Yvonna Bell Bacon
Jan 21, 2022
Yvonna Bell Bacon, age 84, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Kermit and Lucy (Manes) Anderson on January 18, 1938, in Waynesville, MO.
Yvonna worked as a Legal Secretary for the United States Coast Guard. She retired in October of 2008, after 36...
Louis Edward Stadler
Jan 20, 2022
Louis Edward Stadler, age 90, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at the Kansas City VA Medical Center.
He was born on August 24, 1931 in Topeka, KS, the son of Joseph and Marie (Leinacker) Stadler, one of 12 children.
Louis served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He was a self-employed demolition...
Vincent Hrenchir
Jan 18, 2022
Vincent Hrenchir, age 89, of Berryton, KS, passed away peacefully, on January 18, 2022.
He was born July 23, 1932, at Emmett, KS, the son of Raphael L. and Marcella (Haug) Hrenchir.
He graduated from Emmett High School in 1950. He served three years in the Army and attained the rank of Sergeant in the 8th Army, 1st Field Artillery...
Claire D. (Holmes) Lewis
Jan 18, 2022
With great sadness we announce that Claire Diane (Holmes) Lewis, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away from her long battle on January 18, 2022, at Stormont Hospital in Topeka, KS at the age of 61 surrounded by her loving husband and children.
Claire was born in Midwest City. Oklahoma on June 25, 1960. Claire is preceded in death by...
Terry L. Stafford
Jan 17, 2022
Terry L. Stafford, 69, of Tecumseh, died January 17, 2022, at the House at Midland Care.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on July 20, 1952, the son of Claude and Harriet (Miller) Stafford.
Terry worked as a small engine mechanic for R & K Supply which was most recently known as Knox Supply.
Terry enjoyed anything to do with...
Luis Enrique Rodriguez
Jan 16, 2022
Luis Enrique Rodriguez, 29, of Overland Park formerly of Topeka died Sunday, January 16, 2022, at AdventHealth at Shawnee Mission.
He was born September 20, 1992, in Garden City the son of Rosa Maria Rodriguez.
Luis graduated from Washburn Technical School and attended Washburn University. He was a mechanic by trade and could talk about cars for hours. If someone...
Tina Eileen Logan King
Jan 15, 2022
Tina Eileen King 49 of Topeka, KS passed away Saturday, January 15 2022 at Stormont Vail. She was born October 24, 1972 in Jacksonville, Mississippi the daughter of Richard and Maria Logan. Tina was a student of Highland Park and worked at American Pre Sort. She was a Animal lover, crafter and lover of most music past and...
Jacobo Hernandez
Jan 14, 2022
Jacobo Hernandez, 66, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, January 14, 2022, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
He was born in cd Juarez, Chihuahua, Mexico on January 9, 1956, the son of Delfino Hernandez and Carmen Moreno.
He worked for several temporary service companies in several capacities including packaging.
He enjoyed cooking, listening to oldies music, and watching western movies, and baseball...
Daniel Power Jones
Jan 13, 2022
Daniel Power Jones, 70, of Olathe, KS died Thursday, January 13, 2022, at the Healthcare Resort of Olathe.
He was born August 29, 1951, in Topeka the son of Omar and Carol (McEntire) Jones.
Daniel worked in cafeteria at the Olathe School for the Deaf for over 20 years.
He is survived by a daughter, Kelly Jones and her partner,...
Everett Ronald Daves
Jan 11, 2022
Everett Ronald Daves, 86, of Topeka, KS died January 11, 2022.
He was born June 4, 1935, in Topeka, KS the son of Bruce and Dorothy (Robinson) Daves.
Everett retired as a Major from the US Army Reserve after 20 years of service. He was a member of the American Legion Capitol Post #1 in Topeka and Grace Community Church...
Mark Anthony Torrez
Jan 11, 2022
Mark Anthony Torrez, 64, of Topeka, KS died Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
He was born December 25, 1957, in Topeka the son of Vincent and Marcella (Ochoa) Torrez.
Mark attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Grade School and was a 1975 graduate of Hayden High School. He was a member of...
Gonzalo "Gus" Ortiz
Jan 9, 2022
Gonzalo “Gus” Ortiz, age 85, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at a Topeka hospital.
Gus was born the son of Jose and Graciana (Llamas) Ortiz on November 8, 1936, in Topeka, KS.
He retired after working for 40 years with the Topeka State Hospital in the maintenance department. Gus enjoyed fishing, tennis, horseshoes, sailing, music,...
Raphael Valdez Ruiz
Jan 9, 2022
Raphael Valdez Ruiz, 42, of Topeka, passed away on January 9, 2022.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on May 30, 1979, the son of Michael and Irene (Valdez) Ruiz. He was a 1997 graduate of Highland Park High School.
Raphael worked as a Warehouse Associate for Walmart.
He loved music, especially his favorite band 311, and enjoyed painting. He...
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