Kathy Lee Hershey
Jun 15, 2025
Kathy Lee Hershey, 69, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on June 15, 2025.
Kathy was born on July 14, 1955, in Topeka, KS, the daughter of Clarence Edward Hershey, Jr., and the late Jeanne (Lee) Hershey.
She graduated from Topeka High School in 1973 among the top of her class. She attended Kansas State University and went...
Eugene "Jun" Hammersmith
Jun 13, 2025
Eugene (Jun) Anthony Hammersmith, a beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa and Great Grandpa, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, at the age of 83, surrounded by his family.
Jun was born on December 3, 1941, in Solomon, KS, the son of Eugene (Dutch) Hammersmith and Thecla (Tex) Hammersmith. He served in the Army during the 1960s.
Jun was employed by L.G. Barcus...
Richard Lester Priestley
Jun 12, 2025
Richard Lester Priestley, 81, of Tecumseh, was born in Atchinson, Kansas on October 25, 1943, and died unexpectedly on Thursday, June 12, 2025, in a tragic tractor accident in his barn. He was the son of Fred Melbern Priestley and Lola Bernice Molz Priestley, both deceased, and the brother of Russell Neil Priestley, also deceased. He is survived by his...
Bridget Jean Foster
Jun 12, 2025
Bridget Jean Foster, a beloved Mother, Grandma, Great Grandmother and cherished member of the Topeka Bible church, passed away peacefully on June 12, 2025, at the age of 96, surrounded by her loving family. Born on April 14, 1929, in Topeka, Kansas, Bridget dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and her work. Full obituary and service information will...
Vana Lou Norman
Jun 9, 2025
Vana Lou Norman, 84, of Topeka, passed away Monday, June 9, 2025.
She was born October 4, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Louis and Velma. She received a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Emporia State University. She also obtained her teaching certification and worked in a catholic school.
Vana was employed by the Southwestern Bell for 25 years, until retiring.
Vana...
Kevin Douglas Mulford
Jun 8, 2025
Kevin Douglas Mulford, 59, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at an Edwardsville, Kansas care facility. He was born October 1, 1965 in Topeka, the son of Donald and Virginia (Wangerin) Mulford.
Kevin graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 1983. He was a Drywall Finisher. He enjoyed dirt track racing and fishing.
Survivors include his son, Tanner Douglas...
Jack A. Schmidt
Jun 7, 2025
Jack Alton Schmidt, 70, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025.
He was born October 2, 1954, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of Elton H. and Elizabeth (Potter) Schmidt.
Jack was employed by Hopkins Manufacturing and the Flint Hills Technical College in Emporia and later owned and operated the J & J Hood Cleaning until retiring.
Jack married Diana Marie Bolling on...
William "Bill" Lucien Martin
Jun 7, 2025
William Lucien “Bill” Martin, 87 passed away peacefully on June 7, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, Kansas. Bill was born June 25, 1937, to Lucien Martin and Eula Mae (Hawkins) Martin.
In February 1957, Bill married Shirley Bergeson, and together they raised four children: Rick, Cindy, Cathy and Candy. Later, Bill married Judy Chenoweth on November 23, 1988, and...
Susan Lorraine Waugh
Jun 7, 2025
Susan Lorraine (Bayless) Waugh, 64, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, June 7, 2025.She was born February 8, 1961, in Topeka, Kansas, raised by Bill and Anita (Sisco) Jones. She was a graduate of Santa Fe Trail High School, and received an Associates in office management from Topeka Business College.Susan was employed by the Lawyers Title, retiring in 2021.She was a...
Edward (Skip) Donald Blake
Jun 7, 2025
Edward Donald “Skip” Blake was born February 2, 1941, in a farmhouse North of Remington, Indiana to William and Edith (Sheldon) Blake. He attended several schools in Northern Indiana until he moved with his family to Missouri and graduated from Weaubleau High School in 1959. Skip served in the Navy from 1960 to 1964 aboard the USS Princeton. After returning...
Kenneth Eugene Anspaugh
Jun 4, 2025
Kenneth Eugene Anspaugh, affectionately known as Ken, was born on August 8, 1946, in Topeka, Kansas. He peacefully passed away on June 4, 2025, in Carbondale, Kansas, surrounded by his loving family. Ken leaves behind a legacy of hard work, community service, and unwavering devotion to his family.
Ken's dedication to excellence carried over into his later years, as he transitioned...
Dorothy Corinne Harmon
May 31, 2025
Dorothy C. (Bauer) Harmon, 92, died Saturday, May 31, 2025 in her home in Wakarusa after battling Dementia.
Dorothy was born October 5, 1932 in Topeka, the daughter of Edwin W. Bauer, Sr. and Florence (Sheldon) Bauer. She attended Topeka High School.
Dorothy married Frederick L. Harmon, Sr. on September 15, 1951 in Huntsville, AR. Fred was a member of the U.S....
Arturo Ronnie "Arthur" Garcia
May 30, 2025
Arturo Ronnie "Arthur" Garcia, 30, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. He was born March 20, 1995 in Austin, Texas, the son of Anselmo and Ronna A. (Webster) Garcia.
Arthur graduated from Truman High School in Truman, Arkansas.
Survivors include his parents, Anselmo "Sam" Garcia of Somerset, Texas, Ronna A. Curtis of Topeka, and his...
David M. "Dave" Chilgren
May 29, 2025
David M. “Dave” Chilgren, 73, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, May 29, 2025 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka. He was born September 17, 1951 in Topeka, the son of Arthur and Virginia (Mathew) Chilgren.
Dave graduated from Topeka High School. He was employed by Shawnee County, starting as a Maintenance Mechanic for Parks & Recreation, then a Ground Facility...
Antwan L. Robbins
May 28, 2025
Antwan L. Robbins, 32, of Topeka, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. He was born March 14, 1993 in Topeka, the son of Lisa A. Lewis and Delbert L. Robbins.
Antwan graduated from Highland Park High School in 2011. He continued his education and football career at Fort Scott Community College and Ottawa University before receiving...
Janet L. Reser
May 27, 2025
Janet L. Reser, 88, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at a Topeka care facility. She was born July 7, 1936 in Topeka, the daughter of William and Mary (Beseau) Bower.
Janet graduated from Silver Lake High School. She was employed by USD 450 as a School Bus Driver for many years before retiring in the early 1990’s.
Janet...
Henry Y. Magaña, Jr.
May 26, 2025
Henry Y. Magaña Jr., 15, of Topeka, passed away Monday, May 26, 2025. He was born May 24, 2010, in Onaga, Kansas, the son of Henry and Claudia (Arteaga) Magaña. He was a freshman attending Topeka High School where he was a member of the wrestling team.
Henry is survived by his parents, Henry & Claudia Magaña, his siblings, Raul Magaña,...
Linda S. Russell
May 25, 2025
Linda S. Russell, 70, of Soldier, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025 at The KU Campus St. Francis. She was born February 28, 1955 in Craig, Nebraska, the daughter of Mary Maxine Berlin-Ayers.
Linda graduated from Chanute High School and earned an Associate Degree in Allied Health from Fort Scott Community College. She was employed by the Fort Scott...
James Lee Cooper
May 24, 2025
James Lee Cooper, born on September 11, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away suddenly on May 24, 2025, also in his hometown. He leaves behind a legacy marked by over 40 years as an over-the-road truck driver, a career he embraced with passion and enjoyment. Throughout his life, James was known not only for his adventurous spirit but also for...
Richard A. Bradshaw
May 23, 2025
Richard A. Bradshaw, 89, of Berryton, passed away on Friday, May 23, 2025. He was born June 19, 1935 in Manhattan, Kansas, the son of Melvin and Modene (Frakes) Bradshaw.
Richard graduated from Circleville High School. He joined the Topeka Fire Department in 1958, where he served for 34 years before retiring as Fire Chief in 1992. He was a member...
