Marion K. "Buck" Freel

Marion K. "Buck" Freel, 93, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at a Topeka hospital. He was born August 18, 1933 in Topeka, the son of Jacob and Gladys M. (Blair) Freel.

Buck graduated from Berryton High School. He was an Army veteran, serving during the Korean War. Buck owned and operated B&J Auto Repair in Antioch, California, and also owned Interstate Truck Center here in Topeka. He was a member of the V.F.W. and American Legion Post 400. He enjoyed cooking and baking, gardening, Roulette, dancing, and spending time with his family and friends.

Buck married Charlene Losh in 1962 in Reno, Nevada. She preceded him in death on March 16, 2011. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Phyllis Losh and brother-in-law, Perry Losh.

Survivors include one daughter, Laneia A. Freel of Topeka, was known as “Pa-Pa” to his two grandchildren, Ashley (Luke) Kilts, Sarah (Travis) Gould, five great-grandchildren, Logan Kilts, Julia “Julie” (Alex) Kilts, Olivia Kilts, Blair Gould, and Walker Gould, one great-great grandson on the way, Hudson “Buck” Kilts-Hayde and several nieces and nephews.

A private Celebration of Buck's Life and inurnment will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Processing Center, PO Box 1525, Ranson, WV 25438.

Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family with service arrangements.

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