Walter Knox Hillmer
Jul 15, 2025
Walter Knox Hillmer, 80, of Topeka, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
He was born January 7, 1945, in Leavenworth, Kansas, the son of Walter and Mary (Fowler) Hillmer. Walt graduated as valedictorian of his 8th-grade class at Topeka Lutheran School. Walt graduated the class of 1963 from Topeka West High School. He furthered his education...
Linda Kaye McGinty
Jul 15, 2025
Linda Kaye McGinty, 65 Years, of Topeka, passed away peacefully in her sleep early Tuesday morning, July 15, 2025.
She was born February 22, 1960, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Bill and Jean Ledbetter.
Linda was employed by Grazie’s, Topeka Steakhouse and Golden Corral until retiring in 2021.
Mrs. McGinty was a member of the Fellowship Bible Church, of Topeka.
Linda married Kevin...
Sharon Marie Crouch
Jul 12, 2025
Sharon Marie Crouch, 80, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025 surrounded by her family.
She was born August 11, 1944, in Independence, Missouri, the daughter of Emery and Mary (Etzel) Thompson. She graduated from Topeka West High School in 1963.
Sharon was employed by Sears for 8 years until her second son was born. She then began part time as...
Dana L. Berry
Jul 9, 2025
Dana L. Berry, 64, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. She was born March 31, 1961 in Pomona, California, the daughter of William Brown and Valena J. Mallory.
Dana graduated from Ottawa High School in Ottawa, Kansas. She was a hairdresser.
Survivors include two children, Cameron (Stacy) Berry-Banks of Topeka, Daniel (Georgia) Berry of Topeka,...
Robert William Roeser
Jul 8, 2025
Bob Roeser, born on July 3, 1937, in Sandusky, Ohio, passed away peacefully on July 8, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by family. He lived a life dedicated to service and community, leaving his legacy in children, grand children and great grand children.
Bob's career began with the United States Coast Guard, where he served as a first class boatswain mate...
Harold Dean Piepmeier
Jul 8, 2025
Harold Dean Piepmeier, 87, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
He was born February 12, 1938, in Stafford, Kansas.
Harold was employed by the KPL Tecumseh Power plant for many years, until retiring.
Mr. Piepmeier was a member of the Quivira Heights Church, of Topeka.
Harold married Nancy Richardson on June 8, 1958 in St. John, Kansas. She preceded him in death...
Allen Dale McCasland
2025
Allen Dale McCasland, 75, of Topeka, passed away on July 4, 2025, at the Kansas Medical Center.
He was born on March 17, 1950, in Brownwood, Texas the son of Mavis (Maxine) Allen (McCasland) Taylor and Dale Vernon McCasland. Allen grew up in Rogers, Arkansas, where he attended Rogers Middle School and High School. He was an active athlete, participating in...
Deborah A. "Debbie" McKeever
2025
Deborah A. “Debbie” McKeever, 72, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, July 3, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. She was born May 15, 1953 in Topeka, the daughter of Jay and Virginia (Clay) Bayless.
Debbie graduated from Highland Park High School. She was employed by Fidelity State Bank in bookkeeping for 30 years before retiring.
Debbie married Steven McKeever on July 1,...
Janet Lynn Diegel
Jul 2, 2025
Janet Lynn Diegel, 82, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 in her home.
She was born September 19, 1942, in Yates Center, Kansas, the daughter of Gordon and Ruby (Manifold) Cooper. She graduated from Yates Center High School in 1960. Janet married Garry L Diegel on August 21, 1960 in Yates Center, Kansas.
Janet was employed by the...
Dolores Elizabeth Austin
Jul 2, 2025
Dolores Elizabeth Austin 88, passed peacefully July 2, 2025 at Midland Care Hospice House.
She was born September 1, 1936 in Lawrence, Kansas.
The daughter of Harold Turner, and Mary Lewis. Dolores attended Lawrence public schools. She married Arthur Eugene Austin at age 22 May 30, 1959 in Lawrence, Kansas. He preceded her in death, July 1, 2023.
Arthur being in the military,...
Gregory Lane Barth
Jul 2, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Lane Barth, who left us on July 2, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on September 2, 1952, in Phillipsburg, Kansas,
Gregory’s early education began at Avondale East Elementary School, after which he attended Eisenhower Middle School and ultimately graduated from Highland Park High School.
He was a brother to Freda...
Larry J. Matney
Jul 2, 2025
Larry J. Matney, 79, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. He was born August 2, 1945 in Topeka, the son of Robert E. and Marjorie J. (Hix) Cronkhite.
Larry graduated from Topeka West High School and earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas. He was employed by Southwest Bowl for many years.
Larry enjoyed...
Tasia Marie Collins
Jul 1, 2025
Tasia Marie Collins, 34, of Topeka, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. She was born December 2, 1990 in Topeka, to Lori Alexander and Frederick Collins.
Tasia grew up in Topeka with her mom and brother Trey. She and Trey spent many summers in California with her father. She played basketball recreationally and really enjoyed the...
Harold "Wayne" Bradley
Jun 29, 2025
Harold "Wayne" Bradley, 77, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka. He was born December 27, 1947 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the son of Harold and Marjorie (Caldwell) Bradley.
Wayne graduated from Washington Senior High School in Sioux Falls in 1965. He was an Army Veteran, serving during the Vietnam War. Wayne...
Sharon DeVoe Francoeur
Jun 28, 2025
Sharon DeVoe Francoeur, 80, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025. She was born September 1, 1944 in Gridley, Kansas, the daughter of Roy and Ruth (Yoho) Jones.
Sharon graduated from Gridley High School. She was employed by Hallmark Cards for 31 years before retiring.
Sharon married Richard DeVoe. He preceded her in death. She later married Bill Francoeur. He...
Dorothy Dean Miller
Jun 26, 2025
Dorothy Dean Miller, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 86. Born on April 19, 1939, in Lawrence, Kansas, Dorothy led a life characterized by kindness, love for her family, and unwavering spirit.
Dorothy’s career began as a secretary at the Kansas Neurological Institute (KNI), from which she...
Elizabeth "Ann" Mummey
Jun 25, 2025
Elizabeth “Ann” (Carter) Mummey, 87, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
She was born September 27, 1937, in Columbia, South Carolina, the daughter of John and Ruby (Rabon) Carter. She was a graduate of Dentsville High School in Richland County, SC.
Ann met Bob during the time he was serving in the US Army at Fort Jackson.
Ann married Bob Mummey,...
Yvonne Hobson
Jun 23, 2025
Yvonne Hobson, born on May 25, 1958, in Glasgow, Scotland, passed away peacefully in Topeka, Kansas, on June 23, 2025. Yvonne was a loving and devoted mother, whose life was characterized by her unwavering care for those around her.
Growing up, Yvonne displayed her adventurous spirit early on; she loved performing with horses as a child in Scotland before moving to...
Dale Eugene Blasing
Jun 22, 2025
Dale Eugene “Blaze” Blasing, 94, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025, at Midland Hospice House.
He was born November 23, 1930, in Zeandale, Kansas, the son of Dean and Katharine (Marks) Blasing. He attended Manhattan High School and earned his GED in 1982.
He served in the United States Army National Guard from May 6, 1948, to 1990 when he...
Joyce Marie Fay
Jun 21, 2025
Joyce Marie Fay, 77, of Topeka passed away on Saturday, June 21, 2025. She was born in Topeka on February 19, 1948 the daughter of Vernon B. and Nadine (Cook) Roush. She was raised in the Oakland neighborhood, where she attended Oakland Elementary and Holiday Junior High. Joyce graduated Topeka High School in 1966. Joyce married the love of her...
