Nov 18, 2024

Milton Benteman, 93, Topeka, died November 18, 2024 at his home.

A visitation is planned and will be announced at a later date. A full obituary will appear here shortly.

Nov 18, 2024

Melvin “Dean” Horton, 99, of Sedalia, MO, formerly of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 18, 2024, at Loving Arms Memorial Care and Assisted Living in Sedalia. Dean was born on August 9, 1925, in Topeka, KS, to Archie A. Horton and Ruth Adora (Foster) Horton, both of whom preceded him in death.

Dean was united in marriage to...

Nov 16, 2024

Phyllis Eberhart, 87, of Topeka, passed away on November 16, 2024 at Aldersgate the Gardens.  

She was born on January 19, 1937 to Claude and Letha (Glenn) Cook in Kansas City, KS.  

Phyllis was a homemaker. She was a devoted wife and mother of two rambunctious boys. She enjoyed quilting, crochet, sewing and knitting.  

On December 6, 1956, she married...

Nov 16, 2024

Penny Lumpkin, 85, Topeka, died November 16, 2024 at Midland Hospice House.

Services are pending for December and will be announced at a later date. A full obituary will appear here shortly.

Nov 15, 2024

James Allen Cain, 73, of Topeka, passed away on November 15, 2024 peacefully at home.  

He was born on May 4, 1951 to Raymond and Frances (Lampe) Cain in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa.  

Jim graduated from Mt. Pleasant High School in 1969 he then joined the Marines. After his time in the service he worked for several Goodyear retail stores in...

Nov 14, 2024

Renita G. Lewis, a beloved teacher and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on November 14 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on July 21, 1949, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, she was a light to everyone fortunate enough to know her. Renita dedicated over 40 years of her life to the noble profession of teaching, inspiring countless students along the...

Nov 9, 2024

Margaret Helena McGillivary, a cherished member of her family and community, was born on October 12, 1922, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She passed away peacefully on November 9, 2024, at Aldersgate Village, surrounded by her loved ones.Celebration of her lifeSat., January 4th, Grace Episcopal, Cathedral, 401 SW. 8th Topeka, Kansas 

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Nov 8, 2024

Billie H. Slusser, 77, of Topeka, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024.

She was born August 6, 1947, in Albany, Georgia, the daughter of William H. and Helen C. (Clark) Gore. She was a 1965 graduate of Topeka High School. 

Billie was employed by the Southwestern Bell Telephone in Topeka for 30 years before retiring. She later served as an administrative assistant...

Nov 5, 2024

With family by her side and a long, full life of adventure, determination, and love behind her, Norma J. Hudson peacefully passed away on November 5, 2024, at the age of 95.

The daughter of Burleigh and Mary Alma (Newkirk) Hoover, Norma Jean Hoover was born on July 24, 1929, in Old Strawn, Kansas. Many, particularly grandchildren and great-grandchildren, called her...

Nov 4, 2024

Joe Borjas, a beloved father and cherished friend, passed away on November 4, 2024, at Midland Hospice Care. Born on July 18, 1942, Joe embraced life with a passion that touched everyone around him. He made his as a skilled crane operator, taking immense pride in his work at Chanute Manufacturing and the contributions he made throughout his career.

Joe’s spirit...

Nov 1, 2024

Linda K. Morriss passed away November 1, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas at the age of 74 after a long illness. She was born March 25, 1950 to the late Gordon McIntyre and Hattie Buick McIntyre in Denver, Colorado.Linda married Dennis R. Morriss on May 26, 1979. He predeceased her on June 29, 2024. Linda is survived by her daughter Kelly...

Oct 31, 2024

Helen Lucille Rhodes, 102, of Topeka, passed away on October 31, 2024 at Homestead Assisted Living, surrounded by loved ones.

She was born on April 2, 1922 to Adam and Lena Kleiber (Reuscher) in Tampa, Kansas.

Helen is survived by her three daughters, Susan Boeh (Alan), Jenny Lee (Greg), Nancy Tillman (Dean Spencer), six grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

She was preceded in...

Oct 31, 2024

Louis R. Constantino (Louie-Louie), 78, of Vassar, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2024 following complications from a stroke.

He was born September 9, 1946, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the son of Louis and Delores (Fabiano) Constantino. He graduated from Swissvale High School in 1965. Following high school, he attended Pratt Junior College and earned his Associates degree. Later, Lou attended Washburn University...

Oct 30, 2024

Judy Mirlene Long, 81, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.

She was born August 15, 1943, in Bentonville, Arkansas, the daughter of Kenneth Mirl and Dena Ruth (Scantlin) Crouse. She was a graduate of Hutchinson High School, Hutchinson, KS and received her Associates Degree from Hutchinson Junior College.  

Judy was employed by SSC CPAs & Advisors in Topeka until...

Oct 29, 2024

Oct 28, 2024

Janice Kay Mosier, born on July 17, 1943, in Neodesha, Kansas passed away peacefully at her

residence on October 28, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family.

Janice was a dedicated educator, with a career spanning 50 years. She taught at both McConnell Air Force Base and

Derby in Kansas as well as in Edmond, Cleora and Oklahoma City in Oklahoma.

She received her bachelor’s...

Oct 28, 2024

Dana Morris, 71, of Topeka, passed away on October 28, 2024.

He was born on August 5, 1953 to Drexyel and Bettie (Logsdon) Morris in Hays, KS. 

Dana worked as a Air Quality for State of Kansas

Dana lived in Topeka, Kansas.

He was a member of Lawrence Irish Session Public Group

Dana is survived by his mother; Bettie Morris, sister; Sherry (Terry) Martin, and...

Oct 27, 2024

Vicky Van Phillips, 72, of Emporia, passed away Sunday, October 27, 2024.

She was born November 10, 1951, in Akron, Colorado, the daughter of James Parker Estabrooks and Virginia (Maxwell) Shane. She graduated from Ottawa High School in 1970. Vicky later attended Emporia State University and earned her Bachelors and Master’s Degree. 

Vicky was employed in the Mental Health field where she...

Oct 26, 2024

Janet K. Campbell, 75, of Topeka, earned her wings and joined her Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 26, 2024.

She was born April 26, 1949, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of William and Nonie (Magee) Light. Janet graduated from Topeka West High School in 1967 where she was a cheerleader. She attended Kaw Area Vocational School and earned her Licensed Practical...

Oct 19, 2024

Bruce Carlton Perney of Topeka, KS passed away Saturday, October 19, 2024 from complications due to ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease).

Bruce was born the middle of three boys on July 1, 1950 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka Where he spent most of his life except for 15 years with his family in Paxico, KS.

Bruce graduated in 1968 from Topeka High...