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Lorraine Catherine Chandlee
Jul 27, 2024
Lorraine Catherine Heitert-Chandlee, who grew up listening to FDR's fireside chats, witnessed the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Vietnam War, Neil Armstrong's moon walk, and the first personal computer, passed on July 27, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas. She was 94 years old. Lorraine was a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother to three daughters, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Lorraine was...
Stephen G. Heath
Jul 21, 2024
Stephen Heath, 63, of Manhattan, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was born July 1, 1961, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, the son of Merle and Barbara (Charles) Heath. He graduated from Urbana Senior High School. Stephen joined the United States Navy and served nine years. Stephen married Glenda L. Stover in 1983 in Champaign, IL. Stephen was employed by...
Jerry Lynn Medley
Jul 19, 2024
Jerry Lynn Medley, 68, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on July 19, 2024, at his home. He was born on June 9, 1956, to John and Norma (Graborn) Medley in Westmorland, Kansas. Jerry grew up in Manhattan, KS and graduated from Manhattan Senior High the class of 1974. He worked for a few stores but found his passion was in...
Martha Ann Mclain
Jul 18, 2024
Martha “Ann” McLain, 86, of Ottawa, Kansas, passed away on July 18, 2024, at Midland Care Hospice in Topeka. She was born on August 22, 1937, the daughter of Walter and Olive (Ely) Reh in Ottawa Kansas. Ann graduated from Williamsburg High School with the class of 1955. On September 6, 1958, Ann was united in marriage to Robert “Bob”...
Marlys Marie Strobel
Jul 16, 2024
Marlys Marie Strobel, 93, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at Midland Hospice surrounded by her family. She was born July 18, 1930, in Canova, South Dakota, the daughter of August and Elsa (Marten) Schultz. She graduated from Canova High School. After graduation, she went to Augustana University and earned her Bachelors Degree in Education. Marlys went on...
Inez Nadine Hamilton
Jul 15, 2024
Inez Nadine Hamilton, 97, of Topeka, KS, passed away on July 15, 2024, at Stormont-Vail Hospital. She was born on December 27, 1926, the daughter of George Edward and Sophia Louise (Iott) Gehrt in McFarland, Kansas. Inez graduated from Paxico High School the class of 1944. After high school she moved to Topeka where she met her future husband. She...
Betty Gail Palmer
Jul 15, 2024
Betty Gail Palmer, 83, of Topeka, passed away Monday, July 15, 2024. She was born June 5, 1941, in Moulton, Alabama, the daughter of Pruitt and Janora (Wilson) Burks. She graduated from Lawrence County High School in 1959. Betty dedicated 28 years of service to Hallmark Cards. She was a member of Crestview United Methodist Church. Betty married Russell “Bud”...
Zonda Ione Morgan
Jul 13, 2024
Zonda Ione Morgan, 91, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2024 at Tanglewood Health and Rehabilitation. She was born on January 17, 1933 to Arthur and Zenobia (Corn) Lee in Topeka, Kansas. Zonda worked as a Cook for VA, 7+ years; JC Penney Dept. Manager - 11 yrs. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church and American...
Katherine Dawn "Kathe" Jeanneret
Jul 12, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Katherine Dawn Jeanneret of Topeka, Kansas who died at the age of 59 on July 12, 2024 with family including son; Kristopher Jeanneret and daughter; Kourtney Genzer-Jeanneret by her side after putting up a tough fight against cancer. Kathe leaves behind a loving family and many friends and she will be met...
Shawn Michael Ouellette
Jul 12, 2024
Shawn Michael Ouellette passed away on July 12, 2024 at the age of 45. He was a caring father, son, brother, and friend. Shawn was born July 26, 1978 in Cedar Vale, KS. He grew up in Topeka, KS, where he resided for the majority of his life. He received his Civil Engineering Technology Certification from Kaw Area Technical School...
Theresa Sue "Teri" Heinrich
Jul 10, 2024
Theresa Sue “Teri” Heinrich, 65, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Teri was a “True Woman of God” and “Faithful Servant” She loved her Lord and family DEEPLY. It was love at first sight for she and her husband, Kirk. Sharing almost 52 years of companionship and 3 incredible sons, Josh, Jeremy and Jace. Her 11 grandchildren and...
Robert "Bob" Lee Massey
Jul 10, 2024
Robert (Bob) Lee Massey, 90, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on February 10, 1934 in Chalk, Kansas, the son of John S. and Alice Hildreth (Grove) Massey. Bob graduated from Alta Vista High School in 1954, after which he married his soulmate, Lesa M. Bonar, and moved to...
Doris Elaine Ringen
Jul 9, 2024
Doris Elaine (Carter) Ringen, age 91, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on July 9, 2024. Doris was born in Keokuk, Iowa, on July 1, 1933, the daughter of William and Christina (Gurtler) Carter. The family lived in Clark County, Missouri, and later moved to Arizona where Doris graduated from Gilbert High School in May of 1951 as the valedictorian of...
David M. Dexter
Jul 9, 2024
David Morrell Dexter, 87, of Topeka, passed away, Tuesday, July 9, 2024. He was born November 25, 1936 in Hays, KS, the son of Morrell and Helen Dexter. David retired from the State of Kansas. He was married to his wife Sandra for 61 years, and they were long-time supporters of Washburn University sports. After her passing, David found love...
Donna Jean Garner-Shughart
Jul 4, 2024
Donna Jean Garner-Shughart, 76, of Topeka, passed away surrounded by her family on Thursday, July 4, 2024. She was born August 30, 1947, in Lawrence, Kansas, the daughter of Harry and Minnie (Sellers) Chinn. She graduated from Lecompton High School. Donna married William Garner on April 25, 1965 in Topeka, KS. They had four children, Anna, Tammy, James and Amy....
Karen Runnion
Jul 3, 2024
Karen Runnion, 81, of Topeka, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 3, 2024 at Brookside Manor in Overbrook, Kansas. She was born on February 6, 1943 to Charles and Leta (Bailey) Price at Vallejo, CA. Karen worked in Environmental Services for Stormont Vail for 20+ years. Karen is survived by her children; Kevin Price, Kelly...
Dolores Kirk
Jul 2, 2024
Dolores Kirk, 89, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 2, 2024, in Lees Summit, Missouri. She was born on June 12, 1935 to George Hess and Doris (Wolfe) in Wichita, KS. She graduated from Highland Park High School, and later from Kansas State University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education. Very...
Ronald Ross Cummins
Jul 1, 2024
Ronald “Ross” Cummins (69) passed away peacefully on July 1, 2024, at home with his family nearby, after a courageous fight with cancer. Born on July 16, 1954, to Walter and Irene Cummins, Ross grew up in Haven, Kansas, the youngest of five children. His childhood was filled with joy and adventure, including long family road trips with his mom,...
Linda Kay Wisner
Jun 30, 2024
Linda Kay Wisner, 64, of Topeka, passed away on June 30, 2024. She was born on November 3, 1959 to Gilbert and Mary (Riggs) Langley in Junction City, Kansas. She spent many summers in Western Kansas with her extended family. She also spent her high school years travelling as part of a military family including Hawaii and Minnesota. On October...
Naomi Louise Walker
Jun 29, 2024
Naomi L. Walker died peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 99. Naomi was born on April 5, 1925, to Albin and Julia Smith in Burdick, Kansas. She had eleven other brothers and sisters and was the last remaining of this family. She married James H. Walker on August 7, 1943, while James was in the military. The two moved...
