Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Constance "Connie" Muriel Buergin
Jul 7, 2021
With joyful mourning we announce the passing of the beloved matriarch of our family. Constance “Connie” Muriel Buergin, 93, of Topeka, KS died peacefully on Wednesday, July 7, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
She was born January 17, 1928 in Detroit, MI the daughter of Frederick Ansley and Frances Dorothy (Weaver) Jones. After her childhood in the area, Connie began her...
Richard "Rick" Joseph Rangel
Jul 6, 2021
Richard “Rick” Joseph Rangel, 57, of Topeka, KS died Tuesday, July 6, 2021 at the House at Midland Care.
He was born November 3, 1963 in Topeka the son of Robert, Sr and Marcella (Chacon) Rangel.
Rick served in the US Army and was a plumber by trade.
He is survived by a brother, Robert J. Rangel, Jr, two nephews,...
Armin D. Ross
Jul 5, 2021
Armin D. Ross, age 96, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, July 5, 2021 at Aldersgate Village in Topeka.
Armin was born the son of Jack and Mary (Haney) Ross on March 12, 1925 in Alida, KS.
He served in the United States Navy during World War II, in the Pacific Theater. After his service, Armin graduated with a...
Margaret E. Allen
Jul 5, 2021
Margaret E. Allen, age 98, of Topeka, KS, died on Monday, July 5, 2021, at a Topeka area nursing home.
Margaret was born on October 4, 1922 in St. Mary’s, KS, the daughter of Frank W. and Anna T. Ozmer.
She had worked for the Kansas Highway Patrol along with the Kansas Children’s Service League in the role of Administrative...
Angela Ackerman
Jul 2, 2021
Angela Marie Ackerman, 36, of Topeka, KS died Friday, July 2, 2021 at Stormont-Vail Hospital after a courageous battle with cancer.
She was born May 22, 1985 in Topeka the daughter of Art and Ann (Sutter) Meier. She attended Holy Family Grade School and was a 2003 graduate of Hayden High School. Angela was a Paraprofessional at Mater Dei Catholic...
Gary Paul Flowers
Jul 1, 2021
Gary Paul Flowers, 53, of Topeka, passed away July 1, 2021 at his home.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 27, 1968 the son of Phillip and Carmen (Castardo) Flowers.
Gary was a CDL Truck Driver for J.B. Pearl and had also worked for Midway Wholesale.
He and his wife attended Fellowship Bible Church. Gary’s interests include driving,...
Antonio "Nuno" Romero
Jun 27, 2021
Antonio “Nuno” Romero, Jr., 80, of Topeka, KS died Sunday, June 27, 2021 shortly after attending mass.
He was born February 2, 1941 in Topeka the son of Antonio, Sr., and Francisca (Hernandez) Romero.
He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, Nate Morales Chapter #11777 of the Knights of Columbus and San Juan Diego Council #3452...
Grace V. Burghart
Jun 25, 2021
Grace V. Burghart, age 79, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, June 25, 2021 at Tanglewood Health and Rehab.
Grace was born the daughter of John, Sr., and Pauline (Thompson) Burge on November 15, 1941 in Detroit, MI.
She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. Grace loved and cared for many animals. She enjoyed gardening and listening...
Pamela Ann Stadler
Jun 25, 2021
Pamela Ann Stadler, 67, of Topeka, passed away at Stormont-Vail Hospital after a battle with cancer.
She was born in Honolulu, Hawaii on March 12, 1954 the daughter of Fred P. and Marian (Hartle) Kaullen. Growing up in a naval military family she lived in many places including Guam, Hawaii, Omaha and San Diego.
When Pam lived in California she...
Shirley Motsinger
Jun 24, 2021
Shirley Motsinger, 85, of El Dorado, formerly of Topeka, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2021 at Homestead in El Dorado.
She was born in Atchison, Kansas on November 5, 1935 the daughter of John William and Winnifred Theresa (Conn) Ellyson.
She worked as a Pharmacy Technician for several pharmacies and most recently before her retirement she worked at the...
Steven K. Taylor
Jun 24, 2021
Steven K. Taylor, 61, of Topeka, passes away on June 24, 2021 at the Healthcare Resort of Topeka.
He was born in El Paso, Texas on December 17, 1959 the son of Don and Loretta (Miller) Taylor.
Steven had worked for Sutton’s Food City, Burger King and Frito Lay.
He was a member of the Metropolitan Community Church and the...
Martha "Marty" J. Reck
Jun 24, 2021
Martha “Marty” J. Reck, age 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
She was born the daughter of G. Wayne and Berniece (Mans) Reck on December 31, 1946, in Salina, KS.
Marty received her bachelor’s degree in Home Economics from Kansas State University in 1970. She had worked as a Dietary Manager...
Leonard "Henry" Allen
Jun 22, 2021
Leonard “Henry” Allen, age 67, of Topeka and formerly of Wichita, KS, passed away at his home in Topeka, on Tuesday, June 22, 2021.
Henry was born the son of George W. and Elsie M. (Laverty) Allen on October 19, 1953 in Clinton, OK.
He had served and retired from the United States Army. After his military service, Henry was...
Norman L. Benoit
Jun 22, 2021
Norman L. Benoit, age 70, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at the Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of Leon and Dorothy Benoit on November 15, 1950, in Lynwood, CA.
Norman served his country with pride in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. On March 20, 1971, he married Cheri Zerbe...
Thomas "Tom" R. Florez
Jun 21, 2021
Thomas “Tom” R. Florez, age 57, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021, at the University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus.
Tom was born the son of Francisco “Jimmy” Sr., and Emilia O. (Ortiz) Florez on September 1, 1963.
He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Tom took great pride in taking...
Michelle Ann Rangel
Jun 20, 2021
Michelle A. Rangel, 59, of Topeka, died Sunday, June 20, 2021.
She was born September 13, 1961 in Topeka the daughter of Robert, Sr and Marcella (Chacon) Rangel.
Michelle previously worked as a computer programmer for the Kansas Lottery.
She is survived by two brothers, Robert “Rob” Rangel, Jr. and Richard “Rick” Rangel. Three nephews, six great-nieces and one great-nephew...
George "Clift" Horsley, Jr.
Jun 20, 2021
George “Clift” Horsley, Jr., age 66, of Scranton, KS and formerly of Alabama, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Clift was born the son of George, Sr., and Margaret W. (Cavin) Horsley on June 24, 1954 in Decatur, Alabama.
He married Polly Jones on August 9, 2019 in Alabama.
Clift was a longtime Facilities Manager...
Miguel "Mike" Trujillo
Jun 19, 2021
Surrounded by his loving family, Miguel “Mike” Trujillo, 86, of Topeka, KS passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2021.
He was born May 8, 1935 in Winifred, KS the son of Gregorio and Feliza (Acosta) Trujillo. He was a 1953 graduate of Frankfurt High School. “Big Mike” as he was known, worked as a Carman at Santa Fe...
Russell T. Winsor
Jun 18, 2021
Lifelong farmer and agricultural innovator Russell Thomas Winsor, age 74, of Grantville, KS passed away peacefully in his home on June 18, 2021. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 26, 2021, at United Methodist Church in Grantville, KS at 10 a.m. Visitation will be Friday, June 25, 2021, at the church from 6-8 p.m. Final resting will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Newman.
Russell was born September 24, 1946, in Topeka, KS to James R....
Kathleen Ann Ward
Jun 18, 2021
Kathleen Ann Ward, 66, of Tecumseh, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on June 18, 2021.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on April 21, 1955 the daughter of John and Patricia (McKinney) Shortall Jr.
Kathy was a 1973 graduate of Hayden High School and attended Washburn University.
She helped run the family business, Data-Tel...
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