Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Celestino "Max" E. Hernandez
Nov 15, 2020
Celestino “Max” E. Hernandez, age 60, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka.
Max was born the son of Celestino and Florentina (Ortiz) Hernandez on June 8, 1960 in Joliet, IL. He was a 1979 Topeka High School graduate and attended Washburn University.
Max was proud to serve in the Army...
Helen L. Delci
Nov 15, 2020
Helen L. Delci, 93, of Topeka, passed away on November 15, 2020 at her home.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on April 11, 1927 the daughter of Catarino and Jesus Maria (Ceballos) Espinoza.
She was a Homemaker and had worked for a time as a Nurses Aid at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
Helen enjoyed making dolls, cooking, collection frogs and sewing. ...
Jennie and Frank Perez
Nov 13, 2020
Jennie Clara Perez, 79, died November 13, 2020. Espiridion Frank Perez, 79, died November 17, 2020 from complications due to COVID-19.
They both were members of St. Matthew Catholic Church.
Survivors include four children, Mark (Mary) Perez, Joseph (Laurie) Perez, Sherry (Kelsey) Jackson, Frederick (Lynette) Perez. Six of Jennie's siblings, Agapita Perez, Lucy Vigil, Susan Romero, Genaro (Linda) Gutierrez, Jessi...
Jennie C. Perez
Nov 13, 2020
Jennie Clara Perez, 79, of Topeka, KS died November 13, 2020 at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
She was born January 27, 1941 in Topeka, KS the daughter of Miguel and Agapita (Perez) Gutierrez
She was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She worked as a cook at Menninger’s Hospital.
Jennie married Espiridion Frank Perez...
Jerome Francis Nelson
Nov 12, 2020
Jerome Francis Nelson, age 75, of Derby, KS, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at The Legacy on 10th Avenue.
Jerome was born the son of Aiden and Gertrude (Brophy) Nelson on October 7, 1945 in Natick, MA. After high school, Jerome served in the United States Air Force, retiring after 23 years of service.
It was Jerome's wishes...
Robert Paul Steinbock
Nov 11, 2020
Robert Paul “Bob” Steinbock, 88, of Topeka, passed away on November 11, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on September 9, 1932 the son of Casper and Barbara (Herr) Steinbock. Bob was a 1952 graduate of Hayden High School where he played and lettered in all the sports. He was also crowned...
Sue Ann McPherson
Nov 10, 2020
Sue Ann McPherson, 86, of Topeka, passed away on November 10, 2020 at the Topeka Presbyterian Manor.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on December 17, 1933 the daughter of Wilber F. and Olive (Coblentz) Ferrin.
Sue owned and operated the Sunshine Maid Service for 35 years. She also taught Tap-Dancing and loved to dance. She enjoyed spending time with...
Richard "Rick" C. Martinez, Sr.
Nov 10, 2020
Richard “Rick” C. Martinez, Sr., age 75, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2020 in Topeka.
Rick was born the son of Chrispine “Christy” Martinez and Guadalupe “Terry” Munoz Caballero on August 14, 1945 in Los Angeles, California.
After high school, Rick served his country with pride in the United State Army during the Vietnam War. He...
Elizabeth Ann "Liz" Garcia
Nov 8, 2020
Elizabeth Ann “Liz” Garcia, 67, of Topeka, was reunited with her loved ones in heaven on November 8, 2020. Liz was able to leave this world in the comfort of her home surrounded by family and friends that cared for her with great love and compassion.
John R. and Teresa (Delgado) Gomez were blessed with eight children with...
George F. Williams
Nov 7, 2020
George F. Williams, 85, of Topeka, KS died Saturday, November 7, 2020 in the comfort of his home with his loving family at his bedside.
He was born March 17, 1935 in Topeka the son of Orion and Mary Margaret (Evans) Williams. George lived most of his life in Hoyt where he was a 1952 high school graduate. He served...
Janice Marie Staerkel
Nov 6, 2020
Janice Marie Staerkel, 72, of Hoyt, passed away on November 6, 2020 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
She was born on February 4, 1948 in Ware, Massachusetts the daughter of Willis H. and Mary Elizabeth (Perry) Wagner. Janice was a 1966 Topeka High School graduate.
Janice was a homemaker and worked at various jobs over the years. She...
Elizabeth "Lizzy" (Adame) Witherell
Nov 4, 2020
Elizabeth “Lizzy” Ann (Adame) Witherell, age 72, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 in Topeka.
Elizabeth was born the daughter of John and Teresa (Valdivia) Adame on May 27, 1948 in Topeka, KS. She was a 1966 graduate from Hayden High School. On May 17, 1975, Elizabeth married James H. Witherell at Our Lady of Guadalupe...
Teresa Balandran Galvan
Oct 29, 2020
Teresa Balandran Galvan, age 84, of Topeka, KS, passed away at her home with her family by her side on Thursday, October 29, 2020.
She was born the daughter of Jose Panfilo and Urbana (Marmalejo) Balandran on June 17, 1936 in Topeka, KS.
On June 23, 1990, Teresa married Antonio “Tony” Galvan at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Together,...
Cheryl A. Ramirez
Oct 26, 2020
Cheryl A. Ramirez, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2020 in Topeka at the age of 77.
Cheryl was born on September 8, 1943. She was an avid KU, Kansas City Chiefs and NASCAR fan. She enjoyed collecting coins, cooking, connecting with friends and family on social media and being together with family on...
Lenard L. Ramirez
Oct 25, 2020
Lenard L. Ramirez. 73, of Topeka, died October 25, 2020 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 7, 1947 the son of Cecil and Cora (Llamas) Ramirez.
Lenard served in the U.S. Marine Corp in active duty from 1966 to 1968 as a machine gunner and radio operator during Vietnam and as...
Sherry L. Collins
Oct 23, 2020
Sherry Lynn Collins, 43, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on October 23rd, 2020. She was born on December 26th, 1976 in Topeka, Kansas the daughter of Helen (Frye) Knight who preceded her in death. Sherry was a graduate of Silver Lake High School. She was a lover of many crafts including scrapbooking, diamond painting and an avid collector of memories. ...
Francisco Sazo Flores
Oct 22, 2020
Francisco Sazo Flores, 91, of Topeka, KS, died Thursday, October 22, 2020 in the comfort of his own home with his loving family at his side.
He was born October 4, 1929 in San Pedro Ayanpuc, Guatemala the son of Fidel and Luz (Flores) Sazo.
Francisco was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and worked in highway...
Tyler Shane Parkinson
Oct 20, 2020
Tyler (Ty, Johnny) Shane Parkinson, 31, of Topeka, passed away on October 20, 2020.
Tyler was proudly born in Heber City, Utah on November 1st, 1988 the son of Shane David and Christi Jo (Leger) Parkinson.
Tyler was a 2007 graduate of Bayshore Prep in Carlsbad, California. He was currently attending Full Sail University online where he was studying Computer Technology and Graphic Design. Tyler...
Captain George Emil Prochaska
Oct 20, 2020
Captain George E. Prochaska, 90, of Topeka, passed away on October 20, 2020 at Plaza West Health Care Center.
He was born on September 19, 1930 in Ellsworth, KS the son of Emil George and Mona (Silver) Prochaska.
Captain George was a 1948 graduate of Ellsworth High School. George would serve his country with pride and have an extensive military...
Luana R. Niemackl
Oct 18, 2020
Luana Rose Niemackl, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Brewster Place in Topeka.
Luana was born the daughter of Aloysius John and Mary Helen (Nolte) Broxterman on February 18, 1938 in Baileyville, KS.
She was a 1956 graduate from Hayden High School. On April 26, 1958, Luana was united in marriage to Duane...
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