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Dan G. Ford Jr.

Dan G. Ford Jr.

Oct 18, 2024

Dan G. Ford, 95, of Topeka, passed away on October 18, 2024.  

He was born on January 30, 1929 to Dan and Mary (DeNeefe) Ford Sr. in Brownsville, Texas. 

Dan was proud to serve in the United States Army during WWII in Japan. He then attended Kansas State University. He later worked as a Freight Rate Analyst for Santa Fe Railroad,...

Norman Joe Swartz

Norman Joe Swartz

Oct 16, 2024

Norman Joe Swartz, passed away peacefully at the Midland Care Hospice House on October 16, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on December 9, 1937 to Dean William Swartz and Josephine Esther Swartz (Ingraham), both of whom have preceded him in death. 

He was also preceded in death by his brother, David Swartz. 

Norman is survived by his loving wife, Kay...

Carey Ann Cobb

Carey Ann Cobb

Oct 14, 2024

Carey Cobb,53,of Topeka, passed away on October 14,2024 at Midland Care.

She was born on January 29, 1971 to Cecil and Judy(Rogers) Schnacker in Topeka, Kansas.

Carey worked as a Cosmetologist for over 20 years. She was very detailed in her work. She loved her clients and co-workers.

August 10, 2013 she married Shawn Cobb. Carey and Shawn lived in Topeka, Kansas.

Carey loved...

Barbara Kay Randol

Barbara Kay Randol

Oct 9, 2024

Barbara (Kay) Randol, 78, of Topeka, passed away on October 9, 2024 at Midland Hospice House.  

She was born on January 6, 1946 to Clarence and Barbara (Kasson) Hansford in Topeka Kansas.  

Barbara (Kay) worked as a Dietary Manager for Lexington Park Nursing Home.

On January 6, 1962 she married Clyde (Butch) Randol Jr, they had 3 children, and lived in...

Virginia Ann Ary

Virginia Ann Ary

Oct 3, 2024

Virginia Ann (Kenedy) Ary, 80, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas. She was born on Leap Year Day, February 29, 1944 in Woodward, Oklahoma to William Alfred Kenedy and Alberta (Albert) Kenedy. Following her father’s return from WWII, her family moved to Warner, Oklahoma where she attended grade school. In 1955, her family moved to Gore,...

Linda Lee Workman

Linda Lee Workman

Oct 3, 2024

Linda Lee (Gurney) Workman, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, peacefully departed this world on October 3, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 69. Born on May 24, 1955, in Wamego, Kansas, daughter of Kenneth Lee and Elizabeth “Ruth” (Dillner) Gurney.

Linda graduated from Seaman High School in 1973 and later Kaw Area Vocational School for Secretarial training. Linda worked...

Alice V. Purdy

Alice V. Purdy

Oct 1, 2024

Alice Viola Sechler Purdy, 96, Topeka, passed away on Tuesday October 1, 2024. 

Alice was born January 25, 1928 in Doniphan County, Kansas near Atchison. She graduated from Robinson High School in 1946. Alice married Merwyn Vernon Purdy on March 19, 1948 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, New Braunfels, Texas. Alice and Merwyn traveled and worked at various Air Force bases...

Therese Marie Foland

Therese Marie Foland

Sep 29, 2024

Therese Marie Foland, 75, of Berryton, passed away on September 29, 2024 at Saint Francis Hospital.  

She was born on January 11, 1949 to Eugene and Mabel (Pavlicek) Fortin in Olathe, Kansas. 

 On October 16, 1971 she married Eugene Foland in Leoville, Kansas. 

She worked as a Payroll Accountant for multiple accounting firms, including Norris&Norris, M&M, and Cummins&Coffman. Terri enjoyed her job...

Pauline H. Yockey

Pauline H. Yockey

Sep 29, 2024

Pauline (Hall) Yockey, Waukesha, WI, formerly from Topeka, KS passed away on September 29th, after a short illness and was surrounded by family. She was born at home in Wichita on September 14, 1931, on the 20th birthday anniversary of her mother. She was the first child of Floyd W and Rose Velair (Whiteley) Hall. She spent her early years...

Georgia Marie Tribble

Georgia Marie Tribble

Sep 28, 2024

Georgia (Ree) Dooty Tribble, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother, adventurer, lifelong learner, went to be with her Lord on September 28, 2024. At 101 years and 4 months Ree had experienced so many wonderful advancements in her amazing life. She was born May 14, 1923 in Melvern, Kansas, daughter of Joseph Samuel Dooty and Edna McIntosh...

Esther Marion Parnell

Esther Marion Parnell

Sep 26, 2024

Esther Marion (Curry) Parnell was born in Dunavant, KS, on June 19, 1935, to Harold Kerr and Florence Margaret (Milligan) Curry. The family soon moved to a farm near Winchester, KS, where Esther grew up. She went on to graduate from Winchester High School in 1952 and then from the Stormont Vail School of Nursing (Topeka, KS) in 1956. While...

Carolyn A. Adams

Carolyn A. Adams

Sep 25, 2024

Carolyn Anderson Adams, 90, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas.

Britta Carolyn Anderson was born September 27, 1933, in Dodge City, Kansas. Her parents were Britta Breakey Anderson and Bert Hansel Anderson. Carolyn grew up on a farm in rural Ford County where she was very active in 4-H. She was a participant in the exchange program of...

Edgar Lee Lakin

Edgar Lee Lakin

Sep 25, 2024

Edgar Lee Lakin, 86, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, September 25, 2024 in his home surrounded by family.

He was born January 27, 1938, in Slater, Missouri, the son of Raymond and Ruby Edna Marie (Herman) Lakin. He graduated from Raytown High school in 1956. He served in the Air Force for 12 years in active duty completing his military career...

Ramon Guerrero

Ramon Guerrero

Sep 24, 2024

Ramon Guerrero, born on October 4, 1931 in Topeka Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 24, 2024 at the age of 92. A devoted husband and father, Ramon was known for his warm heart and unwavering dedication to his family.

He and Ruth were married on April 25, 1949 in Topeka, KS. They would welcome five children. 

Throughout his life, Ramon enjoyed...

Janice K. Seagraves

Janice K. Seagraves

Sep 23, 2024

Janice K. Seagraves passed away peacefully at her home in Topeka, Kansas, on September 23, 2024, at the age of 81. Born on February 26, 1943, in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Richard W. and Mary Jane (Reklites) Seagraves. 

Janice’s education took her through the halls of Topeka High School, followed by her studies at Washburn University, where she earned a...

James Bosch

James Bosch

Sep 22, 2024

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of James (Jim) Bosch, who left us on September 22, 2024, just days shy of his 80th birthday. He was born on September 30, 1944, to Clemens and Mary (Hager) Bosch in Linton, ND. Jim was one of 8 children. 

He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Bismarck, ND and attended...

James B. Duncan

James B. Duncan

Sep 21, 2024

James Bernard Duncan went to be with his Lord on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at his home in Topeka, Kansas.

Jim was born on November 14, 1934, in Emporia, KS. He was baptized and received first communion at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. His spent early years outside Emporia working on the family farm with his father and brothers. He graduated from...

Scott Edward Reaka

Scott Edward Reaka

Sep 18, 2024

Scott Edward Reaka, 52, of Topeka, passed away on September 18, 2024. 

 

He was born on June 21, 1972 to Donna Vann Davis in Topeka, Kansas. 

Scott was Self Employed.

Scott is survived by his mother; Donna Vann Davis. 

Private family services are planned.

Scott we miss you. And we will always be thinking of you, we don't understand why you left this early in...

Bernice C. Phillips

Bernice C. Phillips

Sep 16, 2024

Bernice C. Phillips, 92, of McKinney, TX departed this world on September 16, 2024. Born on February 28, 1932, in Jeffersonville, Indiana, to Clarence and Adline Cowherd. Bernice's journey through life was marked by her unwavering faith and her deep love for her family and community.

As a dedicated educator, Bernice found joy in shaping the minds of preschool aged children,...

Preston Lee Pease

Preston Lee Pease

Sep 15, 2024

Preston Lee Pease entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 15, 2024. He was born at Offutt AFB, Nebraska, April 30, 1950, to Bill and Lorena Pease. The oldest child in a military family, Preston’s early years saw adventures in Kansas, Guam, Iowa, France, and Washington before the family returned to Topeka.Preston graduated from Topeka West High School in 1969. Mechanically...

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