Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Gloria J. Long
Nov 10, 2021
Gloria J. Long, age 61, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Gloria was born the daughter of Everette L. and Willie R. (Renfrow) Guyer on July 10, 1960, in Soda Springs, ID.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Business from Baker University. She was a longtime Physical Therapist Assistant, Office Manager, and...
Douglas Brian Nadeau
Nov 6, 2021
Douglas Brian “Doug” Nadeau, PhD, 63, of Topeka, passed away on November 6, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Doug was born in Holyoke, MA on November 16, 1957, the son of Alton and Virginia (DiNapoli) Nadeau. He grew up alongside and is survived by his two sisters, Nancy Koske (husband Chuck) of Holland, MA, and Sue Matheny (husband Doug) of Ellington, CT. Both sisters would likely tell you that Doug was the favorite child. On May 13, 1977, he married...
Thomas Price
Nov 3, 2021
Thomas Jay Price, 60, of Berryton, Kansas, was called home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
Tom was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 22, 1961, the son of John Thomas Wesley Price and Shirley June Loewen Price.
Tom worked in the cable industry, was a Correction’s Officer for the Shawnee County...
Gerald Dean Reed, Sr.
Nov 1, 2021
Gerald Dean “Jerry” Reed, Sr, 77, of Topeka, KS died Monday, November 1, 2021, at the Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital in Gardner, KS. He was born December 27, 1943, in Topeka the son of John and Eula Mae (Watson) Reed. Jerry retired after 20 years from the US Navy. After his retirement he began working as a cook for the Kansas...
Andrea "Cathy" Flores-Stamps
Oct 31, 2021
Andrea “Cathy” Flores-Stamps, age 53, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Cathy was born the daughter of Guadalupe and Lillian “Irene” (Zarazua) Flores on January 3, 1968, in Chicago, IL.
She enjoyed listening to music, singing, writing, and watching all crime shows. Her family meant everything to her, and she loved to...
Lynn V. Haverkamp
Oct 30, 2021
Lynn Haverkamp, 76, of Silver Lake KS, passed away on Saturday October 30th, 2021 at the Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital while recovering from a recent spinal surgery. Lynn was born on January 27th, 1945 in Kelly, KS to Matilda "Tillie" (Holthaus) Haverkamp and Lawrence Haverkamp. He grew up on a farm outside of Kelly along with two brothers and three sisters....
Debbie S. Gomez
Oct 29, 2021
Debbie S. Gomez, age 61, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Marvin R. and Lois M. (Allison) Miller on March 29, 1960, in Kansas City, MO.
Debbie worked at a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years. She loved cats and rooting for the...
José Antonio Blanco
Oct 26, 2021
José Antonio Blanco, 67, of Topeka, KS died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
He was born January 14, 1954, in Topeka, KS the son of Jesse and Felipa (Alonzo) Blanco.
José was baptized and a member of the Northland Christian Church. He retired from the State of Kansas after 14 years. Jose worked various other jobs...
Martin "Bud" Esser
Oct 23, 2021
Martin “Bud” Esser, 73, of Topeka, KS died Saturday, October 23, 2021 at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
Bud was born March 19, 1948 in Topeka, KS the son of Martin and Lillian Esser.
He graduated from Hayden High School and served in the U.S. Air Force. Bud owned and operated Esser’s Dental Lab recently retiring...
William E. "Will" Willmon
Oct 23, 2021
William E. “Will” Willmon, 46, of Topeka, passed away on October 23, 2021, at the Columbia Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born in Kansas City, Kansas on August 27, 1975, the son of Paul E. and Virginia Lee (Leonard) Willmon. Will served admirably with unshakeable dedication as an Aviation Mechanic First Class retiring from the U.S. Navy after...
Roselino "John" Tetuan
Oct 22, 2021
Roselino “John” Tetuan of Topeka, KS died Friday, October 22, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
He was born September 4, 1938 in Topeka the son of Jose and Eugenia Tetuan.
Roselino graduated from Topeka High School. He worked for Sante Fe Railroad, State of Kansas and retired from Chavez Carpet Cleaning. He enjoyed rooting for the Chiefs, Royals, Dodgers and KU...
RoJene Ella Willard
Oct 20, 2021
RoJene Ella Willard, 69, passed away at her home in Topeka, October 20, 2021.
Born on June 1, 1952 in Topeka to Francis E. and Margaret J. (Hassett) Conwell, she was the 3rd of 7 children. She attended Topeka Public Schools until 1967 when the family moved to the Auburn-Washburn District.
RoJene graduated from WRHS in 1970, received a Bachelors...
Robert "Bob" E. Boggs
Oct 18, 2021
Robert E. “Bob” Boggs, 75, of Topeka, passed away on October 18, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Atchison, Kansas the son of Geneva (Kinney) Boggs on August 13, 1946.
Bob was a 1964 graduate of Topeka High School. He attended Technical School and was a Pressman for Adam’s Business Forms prior to his...
Jimmie Harmon Heft
Oct 18, 2021
Jimmie Harmon Heft, aka Daddio, GI Jimmie, age 97, passed peacefully on October 18, 2021, in Topeka, Kansas. During his brief illness, his care was provided by his doting daughters and their husbands Suzanne (Stephen) and Desima (Steven), healthcare provider grandson Luke, and family friend/ nurse Jay M. in coordination with the caring Ascend Hospice team. Throughout his life, Jimmie...
Felix "Sly" C. Vargas
Oct 18, 2021
Felix “Sly” C. Vargas, 92, of Topeka, KS died Monday, October 18, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital. He was born in Topeka on July 10,1929 the son of Manuel and Soledad (Chavez) Vargas. Felix was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. He served in the US Army during the Korean War and retired from Hills Pet Foods where...
Anastasio "Fish" M. Muñoz
Oct 17, 2021
Early Sunday morning, October 17, 2021, we lost a hero, grandfather, father, friend, uncle, and brother, Anastasio Montez Muñoz “Fish," at the age of 89. As our hearts ache that he is gone, there is relief he’s not fighting or hurting anymore and can finally be at peace with the love of his life, Clara D. Muñoz.
Fish was born...
Janine M. Mohan
Oct 17, 2021
Janine M. Mohan passed away on October 17, 2021 at the University of Kansas, St. Francis Campus. She was born in Topeka, Kansas on May 26, 1968 to Mark and Doris (Burghart) Mohan. She was a graduate of Hayden High School and Washburn University.
Janine was currently employed by HTK Architects and had previously worked for Koss Construction. She was...
Rachel Root
Oct 17, 2021
Rachel Root, formerly of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at her daughter’s home in Olathe, KS.
She was born the daughter of Juan D. and Juana (Reyes) Gonzales on November 13, 1942, in Topeka, KS.
On February 7, 1975, Rachel married Roy Earl Root in Topeka, KS. Together, they co/owned and operated Root Automotive for over 25...
Richard J. Hertlein
Oct 13, 2021
Richard “Rich” J. Hertlein, age 69, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, October 13, 2021 at St. Luke’s Hospital of Kansas City.
Rich was born the son of the late Robert P. and Marcella C. (Hafner) Hertlein on April 2, 1952. He was a 1970 graduate from Seaman High School.
On April 27, 1974, Rich was united in marriage...
Kary Michael Broxterman
Oct 8, 2021
Kary Michael Broxterman, 60, of Topeka, KS died Friday, October 8, 2021, at his home.
He was born December 17, 1960 the son of Dennis and Clarice (Mattwashe) Broxterman.
Kary graduated from Topeka High School. He was a member of the Prairie Band Pottawatomie Nation where he worked as the manager of the propane dealership on the reservation. Kary was...
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