Mary Janousek
Nov 18, 2024
Mary E. Janousek, 92, died Monday, November 18, 2024, at Rolling Hills Assisted Living Facility in Topeka, Kansas.
She was born June 17, 1932, in New London, Connecticut to Thomas J. and Ruth M. Hanley . She was a 1951 Graduate of Williams Memorial Institute. On April 11, 1953, she married William K. Janousek at the St. Mary Star of the...
Eloise L. Foga
Nov 16, 2024
Eloise L. Foga, 94, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, November 16, 2024. She was born June 11, 1930 in Eskridge, Kansas, the daughter of Ralph W. and Mima M. (Buck) Christian.
Eloise graduated from Seaman High School in 1948 and attended Washburn University. She was employed as a paraprofessional for USD 501 for 20 years before retiring. She was also...
David Kossover
Nov 14, 2024
Aaron David Kossover, 81, of Springdale, Arkansas passed away Thursday, November 14, 2024 surrounded by family.
David was born August 1, 1943, in England, Arkansas, the son of Harry and Lois (Hogg) Kossover. In high school, he excelled in both basketball and tennis, being ranked number one in tennis for several years, beating both older and younger competitors, often at War...
Geneva M. Ott
Nov 12, 2024
Geneva M. Ott, 85, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka. She was born December 21, 1938 in Wamego, Kansas.
Geneva is survived by her caregivers, Deborah "Debbie" K. Mesecher of Virginia and Nancy Hinrichs of Topeka and her team from Loving Hearts Training Center and Dream Catchers Case Management.
Services will be held...
Solomon Charles Stookey
Nov 11, 2024
It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of our beloved son, Solomon Charles, who left us too soon on November 11, 2024. Though Solomon's time with us was brief, he was cherished beyond measure.
Solomon’s presence filled our hearts with hope and a dream of the future. Though he never took a breath in this world, he left...
Dona I. Plantz
Nov 10, 2024
Dona I. Plantz, 89, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 10, 2024 at Midland Hospice House. She was born August 20, 1935 in Lyndon, Kansas, the daughter of Leroy and Thela (Seigal) Brian.
Dona graduated from Brewster High School in Brewster, Kansas. She was a homemaker and volunteered for Midland Care. She was a member of the Highland Park United...
Shirley Baxley
Nov 7, 2024
Shirley J. Baxley, Topeka, passed on November 7th of 2024. She was born August 18, 1937 in Kansas City, MO. Shirley was a life-long educator. She loved life through science, art, her cat Ivy and her close friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to https://foundation.tscpl.org/ Topeka KS Library.
Graveside Service Monday November 18th at 2:00 pm at St....
Teddy Wayne Williams
Nov 6, 2024
On November 6, 2024 on what was expected to be a normal school morning, Theodore Wayne Williams left behind a world of chaos and uncertainty and ran into the eager and peaceful arms of his loving God.
Teddy was born on December 19, 2012 to Matthew and Jaclynn Williams in Overland Park, Kansas. As messages have flooded in since his unexpected...
Ralph N Bernhardt
Nov 6, 2024
Ralph Bernhardt, 92, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, November 6, 2024.
He was born August 22, 1932 in Saint Louis, the son of Nick and Loucile (Spetter).
Ralph was employed by Contech (formally Armco) for over 40 years moving up and retiring as a Plant Manager. He continued working for another 20 years with Saint Francis Hospital in transportation.
Mr. Bernhardt was a...
Ralph Jones
Nov 4, 2024
Ralph Jones, of Topeka, Kansas passed away Monday, November 4, 2024 surrounded by family.
He was born 11/27/1932, in Topeka, Kansas the son of Ralph and Edna (Witt).
Ralph was employed by Hankammer Excavating company later changed to Quality Construction with 40 years of employment.
Ralph married Sheila Schrader on November 1, 1968 in Topeka, Kansas. They recently celebrated 56 years of marriage.
Survivors...
Dr. Ben R. Craig, DVM
Nov 3, 2024
Dr. Ben R. Craig, DVM, 93, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at a Topeka hospital. He was born in 1931 in Montgomery County, Iowa.
Ben married LaVonne Stultz; they were married for 72 years. She survives. Other survivors include two children, Caron Craig, Doug (Sherry) Craig, four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Ben was graduated from Waverly High School....
Elmer E. Whitmore Jr.
Nov 3, 2024
Elmer E. Whitmore Jr., 89, of Tecumseh, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at a Topeka hospital. He was born June 15, 1935 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the son of Elmer E. and Edith (Jackson) Whitmore Sr.
Elmer graduated from high school in St. Joseph. He served in the US Army during the Korean War. Elmer earned a Master’s Degree...
Patsy Gail Roth
Nov 1, 2024
Patsy Gail Roth, 88, of Topeka, passed away peacefully Friday, November 1, 2024 surrounded by family and friends at Midland Care Hospice House.
Patsy was born in Batesville, Arkansas on June 10 1936 to the parents of Paul and Pauline (Presley) Massey. After the passing of her mother, she was raised by her father and step mother, Daisy Massey. She received...
Teddy Walter Wettengel
Nov 1, 2024
Teddy Walter Wettengel, 83, of Topeka, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024.
He was born November 18, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Walter and Myrtle (Ronk) Wettengel. He grew up in Oakland and graduated from Topeka High School in 1959. He served in the Marine Corps from 1959-1963.
Ted was employed by the State of Kansas, Kansas Department of Transportation...
Norma J. Schneider
Oct 31, 2024
Norma J. Schneider, 79, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at a Topeka care facility. She was born December 25, 1944 in Atchison, Kansas, only daughter of Lawrence Delmar and Mae Marie (Frye) Martin.
Norma grew up in Atchison and attended Atchison High School. Norma lived a quiet life as a homemaker, focused on home and family. She...
Betty Jo Pigg
Oct 30, 2024
Betty Lorance Pigg, 96, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
She was born April 16, 1928, Chickasha, Ok, the daughter of Joseph and Olga (Todd) Lorance.
Mrs. Pigg was a member of the Central Church of Christ, of Topeka Kansas.
Betty was married to James Pigg for 67 years he preceded her in death on March 11, 2016.
Survivors include Brother Clyde...
Larry L. Baker
Oct 29, 2024
Larry L. Baker, 87, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, October 29, 2024.
Born on June 2, 1937 to Leon and Susie (Decker) Baker of Independence, Kansas, Larry graduated from Wyandotte High School before attending Kansas State University where he received a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and Physical Science in 1959.
Larry retired from Topeka Public Schools in 1995 after teaching secondary math...
Robin A. Finlay
Oct 28, 2024
Robin A. Finlay, 69, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, October 28, 2024. He was born January 3, 1955 in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Richard A. and Viva (Robbins) Finlay.
Robin graduated from Santa Fe Trail High School and attended Emporia State University. He was an Army Veteran during the Vietnam War. He owned and operated Mr. Frezze HVAC Company....
Trisha L. "Trish" Butterfield-Slater
Oct 27, 2024
Trisha L. “Trish” Butterfield-Slater, 54, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at a Topeka hospital. She was born July 22, 1970 in Emporia, the daughter of Jay G. and Diann L. (Lane) Butterfield.
Trisha graduated from Topeka West High School and earned an Associate Degree in Business from Allen County Community College. She was employed by R.E.O. Custom...
Bonita S. Goodger
Oct 23, 2024
Bonita S. Goodger, 72, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was born February 5, 1952 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of Emil R. and Katherine L. (Eller) Baer.
Bonita was employed as a House Parent for a local care facility. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Bonita married Willis C. Goodger on March 27, 1995...
