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Sarah (Galbraith) Fisher

Sarah (Galbraith) Fisher

Jul 23, 2017

Sarah Jeanette (Galbraith) Fisher, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, July 23, 2017.Sarah was born to the Reverend Howard and Rose (Valdez) Galbraith on October 27, 1929 in North Holston, Virginia. The family resided in Topeka during her childhood. In her youth, she was known for her lovely singing voice and Western yodel. Bright, beautiful and artistic, she enjoyed...

Glenwood C. Henderson

Glenwood C. Henderson

Jul 19, 2017

Glen Henderson (93) passed away at his home in Topeka on July 19, 2017. Glen was born on August 1, 1923 in Topeka, son of Everett Guy and Pearl Madge (Duncan). Glen grew up in Topeka attending Quinton Heights Elementary School, Crane Junior High, and graduated from Topeka High in 1941. He met his future wife Mary Furgason in the...

Harold R. Tebbutt

Harold R. Tebbutt

Jul 17, 2017

Harold R. Tebbutt, 78, Topeka, passed away Monday, July 17, 2017.He was born February 14, 1939, in Frankfort, Kansas, the son of George and Elinore (Lindsay) Tebbutt. He graduated from Marysville High School and attended Washburn University.Harold was the manager of the parts department at John Hoffer Chrysler Jeep, retiring in 2004.He was a member of Lowman United Methodist Church.Harold...

Constance Ann Smith

Constance Ann Smith

Jul 17, 2017

Constance Ann Smith "Connie", as she was affectionately known, age 85, was born February 25, 1932 inClovis, NM to Everett K. (E.K.) & Louise B. (Martin) Smith, and passed away from complications ofParkinson's disease July 17, 2017 at Brewster Health Care Facility, Topeka, KS.The family moved to a farm near Hartford, KS when she was about 3 years old along...

Philip A. Hines

Philip A. Hines

Jul 16, 2017

Philip Allen "Phil" Hines, 65, Topeka, passed away Sunday, July 16, 2017.Phil was born June 27, 1952, in Paola, the son of Victor and Flossie (Bartlett) Hines. He graduated from Paola High School in 1970 and attended Pittsburg State University. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee.He was a Master Plumber, working for McElroy's for over 30 years,...

Dorothy J. Tabor

Dorothy J. Tabor

Jul 14, 2017

Dorothy Jean Tabor, 90, Topeka, passed away Friday, July 14, 2017 at Midland Hospice House. Dorothy was born September 13, 1926 near Gaylord, Kansas to Carl John and Lula Matilda (Jacobs) Koch. She graduated from Gaylord High School. In 1944 she began training as a nurse in the Cadet Nurse Program at Christ Hospital in Topeka where she graduated in...

Scott Matthew Bonjour

Scott Matthew Bonjour

Jul 13, 2017

Scott Matthew Bonjour, 35, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 13, 2017. Scott was born September 4, 1981, in Topeka, KS, to Roger and Beth Bonjour. He and his family moved to Mansfield, TX in 1997 and he graduated from Mansfield High School in 2000. Scott received his undergraduate degree from the University of Kansas and his master's degree from Washburn...

Jerry L. Cornelison

Jerry L. Cornelison

Jul 12, 2017

Jerry L. Cornelison, 76, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 12, 2017, on his beloved farm in Meriden, KS. As per Jerry's wishes, there will be no services.To leave a special message for Jerry's family, please visit the guestbook below.

Arlene Opal (Crable) Smith

Arlene Opal (Crable) Smith

Jul 11, 2017

Arlene Opal (Crable) Smith, 86, of Delray Beach, FL, passed away Tuesday, July 11, 2017, in DeLand, FL. Arlene was born March 29, 1931, in Michigan Valley, KS, to Charles William and Sarah Jane (Ogle) Crable. She graduated from Michigan Valley High School in 1949. Arlene married Louis G. Smith, Jr. on February 14, 1952, in Topeka. As a young...

Mary Elizabeth Boley

Mary Elizabeth Boley

Jul 6, 2017

Mary Elizabeth Boley, 75, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, July 6, 2017.She was born October 12, 1941, in Boulder, Colorado, the daughter of Charles and Anna (Beien) Peak. She was an active member of the Grace United Methodist Church.Survivors include her children: Michael Moore, Terri Ball, Tammie Edmiston and Jimmy Boley; eight siblings: James Peak, Marcella Petefish, Charlotte Peak, Billy...

Wilford L. Neiderhauser

Wilford L. Neiderhauser

Jul 2, 2017

Wilford L. Neiderhauser, 73, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, July 2, 2017.He was born December 1, 1943, in Davies County, MO, the son of Wilfred and Virginia (Bridgeman) Neiderhauser and Lovella "Peggy" Neiderhauser. He graduated from Central High School in 1962. Following his education he served in the United States Army, assigned with the Army of Occupation in Berlin, Germany...

Earl D. Hall

Earl D. Hall

Jul 1, 2017

Earl D. Hall, 89, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017 with his wife Nellie by his side.He was born January 8, 1928 in Marquette, KS, the son of Amos and Julia Hall.Earl graduated from Osage City High School and went to work for Martin Marietta as a supervisor for many years, retiring in 1995. He was an avid...

Mildred Irene Stone

Mildred Irene Stone

Jul 1, 2017

Mildred Irene Stone, 91, Topeka, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Brewster Place.Mildred was born January 19, 1926 in Haddam, the daughter of Elmer Ray and Maude Iva (Koehl) Stone.She attended grade and high schools in Washington & Cloud Counties and graduated from Clyde High School in 1943. She received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Emporia State University....

William L. Schuette

William L. Schuette

Jun 29, 2017

William L. Schuette, Jr., passed away peacefully on June 29, 2017.He was born to William L. Schuette , Sr. and Abbie (Stelts) Schuette on the family farm in Ottawa County, OK on January 19, 1922. He attended public schools in Oklahoma and graduated from high school and Joplin Business College. William worked first for Army Corp of Engineers as a...

Joe D. Bicking

Joe D. Bicking

Jun 29, 2017

Joe D. Bicking, 83, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, June 29, 2017. He was born June 13, 1934 at Ottawa, Kansas, the son of Orville R. and Bernice J. (Ransom) Bicking. He attended the University of Kansas, and came to Topeka in 1963. He worked as a safety engineer for Martin Marietta from 1957 until he retired in 1984. His...

Lawrence L. Mastin, Jr.

Lawrence L. Mastin, Jr.

Jun 28, 2017

Lawrence L. Mastin, Jr., of Atchison, passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2017.He was born March 20, 1947 in Atchison, the son of Lawrence L. and Mary Evelyn Mastin.Lawrence graduated from Maur Hill Prep School in Atchison and attended the University of Kansas and Baker University School of Nursing. He worked at the Menninger Foundation for many years as a child...

James P. Seem

James P. Seem

Jun 27, 2017

James P. Seem, 70, of Topeka, passed away Monday, June 27, 2017.No services are planned.To leave a special message for the family, please visit the guestbook below.

Roger A. Waddle

Roger A. Waddle

Jun 27, 2017

Roger A. Waddle, 81, Topeka, passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017.He was born March 4, 1936, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the son of George and Agnes (Knowlton) Waddle. He graduated from Partridge Rural High School in 1954, where he was co-captain of the Class B State Championship basketball team.Roger was employed by Dillon's for several years before joining Adam's Business from...

Allen Dean Schmidt

Allen Dean Schmidt

Jun 26, 2017

Allen Dean Schmidt, 85, Topeka, passed away Monday, June 26, 2017.He was born June 11, 1932, in Galva, Kansas, the son of David and Dena (Nightingale) Schmidt. He graduated from McPherson County High School. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict.Allen was in the milling business for over 42 years, retiring as Superintendent from Topeka Cargill.He...

Robert L. Wilson

Robert L. Wilson

Jun 26, 2017

Robert L. "Bob" Wilson, 82, Topeka, passed away Monday, June 26, 2017, at Midland Hospice House.Bob was an adoring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather and a wonderful friend. His generous spirit, humble disposition, wisdom and wit touched many lives.He was born December 19, 1934 in Pittsburg, the son of Lawrence E. and Anna A. (Rubel) Wilson. His family moved to...

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