Feb 9, 2025

Beverly Sue Parker, 85, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, February 9, 2025.

A full obituary will be available shortly, please check back. 

The family will greet friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel, 1321 SW 10th Ave., Topeka, KS 66604. 

Funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, February 14, 2025 at Penwell-Gabel....

Feb 6, 2025

Marylyn June Berry, 91, of Topeka, passed away February 6, 2025, at Midland Care Hospice House.

She was born February 26, 1933, to Lawrence Earl and Nellie Florence (Swanson) Moore in Independence, Kansas, and grew up in Elk City, Kansas.

After graduating from Pittsburg State University in 1956, Marylyn taught elementary school in Topeka from 1956 through 1963.

Marylyn was married to James...

Feb 2, 2025

William Dell George Jr. “Dub”, 76, of Lawrence, passed away on February 2, 2025, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital in Lawrence, Kansas.

Dub was born on May 14, 1948, to William and Adolphine (Tatum) George in Little Rock, Arkansas. 

On August 14, 1970, he married Sophronia "Sophie" A. George (Hugueley) in Little Rock, Arkansas, where they met in 1965 at Little Rock Central...

Feb 1, 2025

Jon Stephen Jones, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and member of the legal community, passed away on February 1, 2025, at the age of 87. He was born April 15, 1937, to John and Virgina (Shreve) Jones in Topeka, Kansas.

He and his wife Kay worked and raised their 3 children in Lyndon, KS. Stephen and Kay were former members of...

Jan 31, 2025

Calvin Marion Glenn died January 31, 2025 in Topeka’s Stormont Vail Hospital. He was born to Donald Glenn and Velma D Barrett on January 22, 1931 in LaJuana, Colorado. His younger sisters are Clara (Markus) and Phyllis (Swetnam).

The family lived on a ranch north east of Sugar City, Colorado. He graduated from Ordway High School in 1949. Calvin enlisted in...

Jan 31, 2025

Edward “Eddie” R. Reusch, 80, of Auburn, passed away Friday, January 31, 2025.

He was born November 1, 1944, in Kansas City, Kansas, the son of Lloyd Edward Reusch and Rose Marie (Winchell). Eddie proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam Era. He was a Purple Heart Recipient. 

He married Shirley Shumway. She preceded him in passing. He then...

Jan 30, 2025

Augustine Villegas, Sr., 84, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, January 30, 2025.

He was born April 5, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas, the Guadalupe and Maria (Cruz) Villegas. 

Augustine worked for the Department of Transportation for over 34 years. He loved telling stories about his time working and the experience he gained throughout the years. 

He was a member of the Our Lady of...

Jan 29, 2025

Craig Michael McDowell, 65, of Rossville, Kansas, passed away on January 29, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones after a long battle with cancer.

 He was born on March 5, 1959 to E.L. (Mac) and Judy Ann McDowell (Phillips) in Topeka, Kansas. Growing up, Craig went to Topeka High School. During his senior year he was involved in Vocational Industrial Club...

Jan 26, 2025

Gary G. Gilbert, 75, Topeka, passed away Sunday, January 26, 2025 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Gary was born July 13, 1949, in Concordia, Kansas, the son of Lael and Ruby (Veatch) Gilbert. 

He was a 1967 Graduate of Topeka West High School and attended Washburn University studying Music and Business. Gary served in the Marine Reserves. 

He was united in marriage to...

Jan 26, 2025

Edwin Jenkins Jr., 83, died peacefully in his sleep from heart failure on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Aldersgate Village in Topeka, KS, where he was rehabilitating from pneumonia. Ed was born on September 16, 1941, in Kansas City, the son of Edwin Sr. and Marcella Jenkins. He graduated from Northeast High School, Kansas City, and enlisted in the United...

Jan 24, 2025

Betty J. (Schroder) Hoppes, 90, of Topeka, Kansas was called to her eternal life on January 24, 2025.

She was born on March 8, 1934 in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Margaret (Miller) Schroder. Born blind, Betty learned to adapt to her surroundings quickly. At the young age of six years old, her mother sent her on a train...

Jan 24, 2025

Jonathan Timothy Charay, 36, of Topeka, passed away Friday, January 24, 2025.

He was born December 5, 1988, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Arthur Charay and Marrietta Lee. He graduated from Topeka West High School and attended Washburn Technical College.

Jonathan had a love for the outdoors and loved hunting, fishing and camping. He was a member of the Bow Hunters...

Jan 23, 2025

Jan 23, 2025

Rosetta Mae Bindel Casselle, 88, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025.

She was born October 28, 1936, in Horton, Kansas, the daughter of Leonard and Evelyn (Peck) Bindel. She graduated from Hiawatha High School. 

Rosetta married John William Casselle on July 11, 1954 in Hiawatha, KS. They had two children, Ben and Kim.

Rosetta was employed by the Topeka VA Hospital...

Jan 23, 2025

Patricia Ann Clark, 87, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2025.

She was born June 24, 1937, in Rural Holton, Kansas, the daughter of John and Mayme Alice (Spiker) Wallisch. She graduated from Denison Rural High School. 

Following high school, she married Frank Chmidling on April 17, 1956. They had three children, Tim, Sherry and Rodney. They later divorced. She married...

Jan 22, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Monique E. Wyatt on January 22nd, 2025. She was 91. Born on November 15th, 1933, Monique was the cherished matriarch of a large and loving family. A dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and friend, she touched the lives of many with her kindness, compassion,...

Jan 20, 2025

Lloyd Calkins, 69, of Holton, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025. He was born February 11, 1955, in Holton, Kansas, the son of Claude and Lillian (Zulek) Calkins.

Survivors include a Son, Christopher Calkins. 

To share a memory of Lloyd or leave a special message for his family, visit the guestbook below.

Jan 20, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Joel David Genrich, age 57, of Topeka, Kansas, who departed this world on January 20th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones.

Born on July 25th, 1967, in Beatrice, Nebraska, to Robert and LeeAnn Genrich, Joel enriched the lives of those around him with his warmth and vibrant spirit. His...

Jan 20, 2025

Mark Shamburg was born on December 18, 1960, to Lloyd and Charlene (Kunze) Shamburg in Lyons, Kansas.

Mark worked as a Heavy Equipment Operator for Conroy Contractors, a job he approached with skill and dedication.

On December 12th 1985, he married Delcinea “Dee” (Hutchens) Shamburg, and together they made their home in Topeka, Kansas. In his early years, Mark had a passion...

Jan 14, 2025

Lu Anne Dwyer, 60, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

She was born December 12, 1964, in Casper, Wyoming, the daughter of Duane and LuElla (Keegan) Dwyer. She graduated from Kelly Walsh High School. Following high school, she continued her education. Lu Anne earned her Associates Degree at Casper College, a Bachelors Degree from Doane University, a second Bachelors...