Glenda Lee Tegethoff
Dec 6, 2025
Glenda Lee Tegethoff, a beloved matriarch, passed away on December 6, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 87. Born on December 28, 1937, in Washington, Kansas, Glenda lived a life defined by love, dedication, and hard work.
Glenda's professional journey began after her graduation from Washington High School in 1955. She worked for eight years at Southwest State Bank,...
Joan Frances Hassan
Dec 4, 2025
In memory of Joan Francis Hassan 1946-2025
The mother of three children and four grandchildren. Also, her favorite grand-pug. She was always quick to laugh. She could make you smile when you were sad. My personal favorite she would tell us to “Smile and make people like you.” Or even the silly ballerina dance she would occasionally do.
She was not perfect,...
Don Edward Perry
Nov 30, 2025
Don Perry, age 72, passed away peacefully on November 30th at Midland Hospice House. He was a devoted husband and father, whose loving memory will always be cherished by his family and friends.
Born on July 28, 1953, to William J. Perry and Helene Cazier Perry, Don grew up with a passion for education and sports. He graduated from Washburn Rural...
Roberta A. Sekavec
Nov 30, 2025
Roberta A. Sekavec, 67, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 30, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. She was born May 19, 1958 in Topeka, the daughter of Robert D. and Sharon L. (Reaser) McCrory.
Roberta grew up in the Dennison area and graduated from Holton High School in 1976. She was employed as an Administrator for Stormont-Vail Hospital. Roberta loved...
Allan Ewing Hazlett
Nov 28, 2025
Allan Ewing Hazlett, 82, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, November 28, 2025, at a Topeka care facility. He was born March 17, 1943, in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Allan R. and Elizabeth “Betty” (Abels) Ewing. Emerson Hazlett later adopted Allan after marrying Betty.
Allan spent his early years in Lawrence, Kansas, often visiting his paternal grandparents’ home. His grandmother,...
Sandra Kay Kirk
Nov 27, 2025
Sandra Kay (Sandy) Kirk left this world behind on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Grieving her absence are daughters Kim Polson, and her husband Aaron, and Donna Swaffar, and her husband Steve; grandchildren Elizabeth, Bretton and Caroline Scarbrough; Owen, Max and Elliot Polson; and Tyler and Nathan Swaffar. She is also missed by sister-in-law Carol Crandall, nieces Alison Watkins and Tiana Crandall-Aoun...
Ronald "Ron" Wayne Ensle
Nov 27, 2025
Ronald “Ron” Wayne Ensle, 84, of Topeka, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side, Thursday, November 27, 2025.
He was born March 24, 1941, in Nevada, Missouri, the son of Wayne and Irene (Nuss) Ensle. He graduated from Hoisington High School in 1960. He later attended Barton County Community College in Great Bend, KS. Ron proudly served his country...
Anthony Doll
Nov 27, 2025
Anthony "Tony" Doll, a beloved member of the Topeka community, passed away peacefully on November 27, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on August 18, 1938, in Wamego, Kansas, Tony grew up on a farm, where he developed a strong work ethic and a deep appreciation for family.
Tony's career was marked by dedication and service. He worked at Topeka...
Richard "Mark" O'Neill
Nov 25, 2025
Richard "Mark" O'Neill, 70, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2025 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka. He was born June 11, 1955 in Leavenworth, Kansas, the son of Richard W. and Agnes J. (Kueny) O'Neill.
Mark was a graduate of Highland Park High School and received his Bachelor’s Degree in General Education from the University of Kansas....
Rosalie "Kay" Guerrero
Nov 25, 2025
Rosalie “Kay” Guerrero, 84, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2025.
She was born January 10, 1941, in Fort Riley, Kansas, the daughter of John C. and Lola I. (Widau) Whitaker. She was a 1959 graduate of Highland Park High School.
Kay was employed by Jostens Yearbook in Topeka for 42 years until retiring.
She was a member of Our Lady of...
Judith Ann Bennett
Nov 24, 2025
Judith Ann Bennett, a beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on June 20, 1942, in Lawrence, Kansas, Judith led a life filled with dedication to her family, community, and faith.
Judith had a remarkable career as an Accounting Clerk, serving with the ATSF-BNSF Railroad for an impressive 32...
Bradley Bruce McDaniel
Nov 22, 2025
Bradley Bruce McDaniel, 43, of Topeka, passed away at Stormont Vail Hospital, Saturday, November 22, 2025.
He was born July 17, 1982, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Bruce and Marci (Teague) McDaniel.
Bradley was employed by Wheatland for 10 years, as a Renovator. He was previously employed by Anheuser-Busch as a merchandizer.
Bradley married Stacy Foreman, but they later divorced. He is...
George Edward Stubbs
Nov 22, 2025
George "Joe" E. Stubbs, 73, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on Saturday, November 22, 2025.
He was born on January 16, 1952 in Lewis, Delaware to Paul and Mildred (Carlice) Stubbs. Joe was a proud Army Veteran who served during the Vietnam War.
Joe married his wife, Barbara, on November 7, 1990 in Omaha, Nebraska. She preceded him in passing on November...
Leo William Hoffmann
Nov 20, 2025
Leo W. Hoffmann, 83, of Topeka, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on Thursday, November 20, 2025, after a long battle with COPD. He was born on November 22, 1941, in Manhattan, New York, the son of William N. Hoffmann and Rose Marie (Vecchio) Hoffmann. Leo was raised in Rego Park (Queens), New York, and graduated in 1959...
H. Dean Wilson
Nov 20, 2025
H. Dean Wilson of Topeka, Kansas, died peacefully on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the age of 91, after a short bout with leukemia.
Harold Dean Wilson was born October 8, 1934, in Fredonia, Kansas to Thomas Milford and Reva (Lee) Wilson. He and his twin brother’s childhood was spent moving between the family farm and Fredonia where his father worked...
Jerry L. Jones
Nov 20, 2025
Jerry L. Jones, a loving husband, father, and papa passed away peacefully at Stormont Vail Hospital on November 20th, 2025 surrounded by his family. Born in Topeka, Kansas on February 1st, 1958, Jerry dedicated his life to his family and over 30 years to a career in security. Known for his witty humor and playful “dad jokes”, he was a...
Edward C. Scarlett
Nov 18, 2025
Edward C. Scarlett, known to many as “Coach”, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.
Ed was the son of the late Edward and Mabel Margaret Scarlett, born and raised in Atchison, Kansas. From an early age Ed enjoyed athletics…football, baseball, track. Ed was quarterback for the Atchison Redmen during his high school tenure.
Ed taught at Topeka West...
Emma J. Jones
Nov 16, 2025
Emma Jean Tosatto Jones, 84, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born May 16, 1941 in Freeport, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Dominick and Lucia (Salto) Tosatto.
Emma graduated from Harbrack High School. She was employed by Lutheran Social Services & Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice in Wichita, Ks & State Board of Indigents...
Patricia A. Swearingen
Nov 16, 2025
Patricia A. Swearingen, 86 of Topeka passed away on Sunday, November 16, 2025. She was born on February 26, 1939 at Concordia, Kansas the daughter of Kenneth and Mabel (Roberts) Newton. She was raised at Tecumseh, later attending Highland Park High School, where she was cheerleader and homecoming queen. She graduated with the class of 1957. She later attended Washburn...
Ken L Mulligan
Nov 16, 2025
Ken L. Mulligan, a cherished husband and beloved community member, passed away on November 16,2025, at the age of 81 in Topeka, Kansas. Born on June 28, 1944 in Vacaville, California, Ken dedicated a significant part of his life to his work at Goodyear, where he built a reputation as a reliable and skilled employee.
Ken was well-known for his unique...
