Robert Eugene Lacy
Jan 14, 2026
Dr. Robert Eugene Lacy, 94, of Topeka, passed away peacefully Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
He was born May 27, 1931, in Iola, Kansas, the son of Harry and Gladys (Wilcox) Lacy. He graduated Iola High School in 1949. He went on to receive his undergraduate degree in Business & Economics from the University of Kansas where he was also a member...
Kenneth Robert Softley
Jan 11, 2026
Kenneth “Ken” Robert Softley, 89, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026. He was living in his private apartment in a care facility in Topeka, battling several kinds of cancer. Ken entered the long sleep peacefully, after breakfast, in his recliner ready to watch playoff football. A most fitting departure doing something he dearly loved.
He was born July 16,...
Mary "Missy" Brauner
Jan 10, 2026
An angel has left this worldly earth, to graduate to become a legitimate angel in heaven. Mary “Missy” Brauner (Bloomquist) has taken her next journey, this time, her final journey to be with Jesus in heaven. Missy passed away Saturday, January 10th, 2026, leaving behind her pride and joys, her two sons Jeremy Brauner (41), and Derik Brauner (38) and...
Alice Irene Brown
Jan 9, 2026
Alice Brown age 87 of Carbondale, Kansas died peacefully in Topeka, KS on January 10, 2026.
Alice was born on May 30, 1938 in Oklahoma to Alta Mae Smith (Kirkham) and Carl Clayton Bain.
Alice worked for Jostens years ago when her and her late husband Mike Brown moved to Kansas.
She absolutely loved spending time with her family. Family gatherings consisted of...
LeRoy Spicer
Jan 9, 2026
LeRoy Spicer, 79, of Topeka, KS, went to his heavenly home on Friday, January 9, 2026. He was born August 10, 1946 in Emporia, KS, the son of Clarence and Claire Jean (Asklund) Spicer. He married Barbara Hodges on June 27, 1970, in Osage City, KS and she survives at home. He was preceded in death by his parents, and...
Elaine S. Hillis
Jan 8, 2026
Elaine S. Hillis, 82, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at a Topeka care facility. She was born January 21, 1943 in Marshall County, Kansas, the daughter of Fred and Clara (Broxterman) Kotapish.
Elaine graduated from Irving High School in Irving, Kansas. She was employed as an Accountant for the State of Kansas for over 40 years before...
Michael Scott Alexander
Jan 7, 2026
Michael Scott Alexander, 69, of Topeka, KS, passed away on January 7, 2026; born January 30, 1956, to Glen and June Alexander.
Mike had a big heart, cared deeply for others, and was full of good intentions. He enjoyed life’s simple pleasures cheering on his nieces and nephews at sporting events, spending time at the lake fishing, and watching the KU...
Donna Jean Guerrero
Jan 7, 2026
Donna Jean Guerrero, 76, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
She was born October 30, 1949, in Winchester, Kansas, the daughter of Bob and Mary Lou (Meyer) Newman. She graduated from Valley Falls High School.
Donna was employed with the State of Kansas, Department of Revenue for many years, until retiring. She previously worked downtown for Barker’s Shoe...
Dorothy M. Keener
Jan 7, 2026
Dorothy M. Keener, 94, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at a Topeka hospital. She was born January 17, 1931, in Osage City, Kansas, to Everett and Edna (Miller) Benton.
Dorothy was a proud graduate of Osage City High School and later attended Emporia State Teachers College. She spent many years working at Topeka Aircraft Sales and...
Patricia P. "Pat" Anderson
Jan 5, 2026
Patricia P. "Pat" Anderson, 95, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026, at her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born February 13, 1930, in Emporia, Kansas, the daughter of Frank Cleveland and Alma (Brown) Muir.
Patricia grew up on her parent's farm in Hartford Kansas where she learned all about hard work. She was an avid learner...
Gerald C. "Jerry" Custer, Jr.
Jan 5, 2026
Gerald C. "Jerry" Custer, Jr., 65, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, January 5, 2026 at a Topeka hospital. He was born July 4, 1960 in Bad Kreuznach, Germany, the son of Gerald C. and Carol (Sheesley) Custer, Sr.
Jerry attended Northwest High School in Clarksville, Tennessee and had resided in Topeka since the late 1980's.
Survivors include his siblings, Jackie Custer...
Shannon L. Roy
2026
Shannon L. Roy, 75, of Lawrence, passed away Saturday, January 3, 2026.
She was born May 28, 1950, in Newton, Kansas, the daughter of Lloyd and Thelma (Kennedy) Roy. Shannon graduated from Newton High School. She later furthered her education at the University of Kansas and earned her Bachelor’s Degree and later attended the Oklahoma University and earned her Master’s Degree.
Shannon...
Patricia Olive "Patsy" Brewster
Jan 2, 2026
Patricia Olive "Patsy" Brewster, 90, of Topeka, passed away on January 2, 2026 at Midland Care.
She was born on July 27, 1935 to Oscar and Beulah Baker in Lawrence, Kansas. She grew up in Lawrence and graduated from Lawrence Memorial High in 1953.
On June 12, 1953, Patricia O. Baker married Donald L Brewster. They lived and raised their family mostly...
Gloria C. Young
Dec 31, 2025
Gloria C. Young, 93, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. She was born September 17, 1932 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Robert and Catherine (Scheerd) Moultrie.
Gloria graduated from Belmont High School in Los Angeles, California in 1950 and earned an Associate’s Degree from Mt. San Antonio College in Walnut, California. She was born in Philadelphia and...
Matthew Connor Iles
Dec 31, 2025
Matthew Connor Iles, 29, of Overland Park, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at his home. He was born May 20, 1996, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Terry A. Iles and Julie L. (Finney) Johnson.
Matt attended Washburn Rural High School graduating in 2014. He attended Kansas State University earning his bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering in 2020...
Jack C. Edwards
Dec 31, 2025
Jack C. Edwards, 82, of Council Grove, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. He was born December 15, 1943 in Dwight, Kansas, the son of Willlis Sanford and Etta Grace (Baker) Edwards.
Jack attended Council Grove, Kansas schools. He owned and operated Edwards Construction Company.
Jack married Jeannie Campmire on November 13, 1964 in Council Grove,...
Beverly Ann Ewer
Dec 31, 2025
Beverly Ann Ewer, a loving mother, sister and grandmother, 51, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
She was born May 19, 1974, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, the daughter of Charles Toland Sr. and Carol Gore.
Beverly was employed with Young Williams for 3 years, as a Child Support Specialist. She was a dedicated employee with a knack for helping...
Darlene E. McCall
Dec 30, 2025
Darlene E. McCall, 85, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at a Topeka care facility. She was born June 18, 1940 in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Martha (Osmon) Moore.
Darlene graduated from Meriden High School. She was employed as an Accountant for the State of Kansas for over 40 years before retiring in 2002. She...
Lori Ann Shelton
Dec 26, 2025
Lori Ann Shelton, 62, of Topeka, passed away in her home after a long, courageous battle with cancer, Friday, December 26, 2025.
She was born March 9, 1963, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Robert and Maxine (McKibben) Mulligan. She graduated from Topeka High School in 1981. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Kansas State University. She also obtained...
JoAnn Fleharty
Dec 25, 2025
JoAnn Fleharty, a beloved sister, wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and dedicated community volunteer, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 92. Born on October 27, 1933, in Nelson, Nebraska, JoAnn spent her life cultivating deep connections with her family and her community.
JoAnn's journey began in a small town, where she blossomed into...
