Richard Thomas Runge
Aug 14, 2025
Richard Thomas Runge, 89, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025 in Topeka, KS. He was born February 17, 1936 in Aurora, IL, the son of Arthur and Mildred (Clark) Runge. On June 13, 1970, he married Barbara Jean Leavel; their marriage lasted 55 years until his death. His proudest moment was June 2, 1975, the day their daughter Heather...
Roger Lee Adkins
Aug 14, 2025
Roger Lee Adkins, 71, of Topeka, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025.
He was born December 4, 1953, in Springfield, Missouri, the son of Fred Dale Adkins, Sr. and Betty Jane Navarro and Step Father Ramon Navarro. He was a graduate of Lompoc High school in Lompoc, CA. He served in United States Navy during the Vietnam era, until he was...
Theodore Adam Inman
Aug 14, 2025
Reverend Theodore “Tedd” Inman, 81, of Topeka, passed away peacefully at his home Thursday, August 14, 2025.
Tedd dedicated an impressive 41 years of his life to ministry within the Kansas East Conference of the United Methodist Church, serving from 1967 until his retirement in 2008. His pastoral journey led him to various congregations, including Prairie Village Asbury, Americus, Dunlap, Bushong,...
James "Jim" L. Pruitt
Aug 14, 2025
James "Jim" Pruitt, 88, of Lawrence, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2025. He was born October 15, 1936 in Chanute, Kansas, the son of Everett and Genevieve (Chandler) Pruitt.
James graduated from Chanute High School. He served in the Marine Corps from 1955 - 1958 and later earned a Bachelor's of Arts Degree in History from St. Mary of...
David E Griffin
Aug 12, 2025
David Eugene Griffin, 64, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
He was born November 29, 1960, in Wichita, Kansas, the son of William and Rosalieen (Drummond) Griffin. He graduated from Topeka High School in 1979. He played the saxophone in his middle school band.
David was employed as a custodian beginning with Cardinal Custodial for 25 years.
David is survived by...
Larry Hein
Aug 10, 2025
Larry Hein, born on March 29, 1946, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025 at home. He dedicated over 50 years of his career to the Men's clothing business, with the last 15 years spent at Borck Brothers Men's Clothing and Formal Wear. Larry took great pride in his work and found joy in serving others. Through...
Robert E "Bob" Brown
Aug 10, 2025
Robert E. "Bob" Brown, 97, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. He was born May 28, 1928 in Meriden, Kansas, the son of Lawrence “Doc” and Bessie (Spillman) Brown.
Bob graduated from Perry Rural High School in 1946 and attended Clark Business School from1947-1948. He was an Army Veteran, serving during the Korean War...
Marsha Rae O'Leary
Aug 10, 2025
Marsha Rae (Hallack) O'Leary, 71, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 10, 2025.
She was born June 15, 1954, in Belleville, Kansas, the daughter of Curtis and Libby (Popelka) Hallack. She graduated from Belleville High School in 1972.
Marsha was employed by Shawnee County for 28 years, until retiring.
She was preceded in death by her son, Travis O’Leary; parents, Curtis and Libby...
Judith Rucelle Hulser
Aug 9, 2025
Judith Rucelle Hulser, 85, of Topeka, passed away peacefully Saturday, August 9, 2025.
She was born September 28, 1939, in Wichita, Kansas, the daughter of Russell and Maxine (Simonsen) Mauck. She graduated from Derby High School in 1957. She attended York Christian College.
Judy was employed with the Topeka Public School District 501 for 35 years as an Administrative Assistant until retiring...
Sue Harper
Aug 9, 2025
Sue "Susie" Harper, born on July 16, 1936, in Emporia, Kansas, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. She dedicated over 30 years of her life to a rewarding career in the insurance industry, where she was known for her commitment and professionalism.
Sue was a bright and joyful spirit, loved by all who knew her. She was...
Mary Joan Proctor
Aug 6, 2025
Mary Joan Proctor was born on March 21, 1941, in Monroe, Kansas, and was called home to be with the Lord on August 6, 2025, in Smith Center, Kansas and she resided in Topeka KS. She lived a life that was rich in love, family, and community service.
Mary dedicated her life to caring for and raising her eight children. Her...
Deanna Nicole DeVoe
Aug 4, 2025
Deanna Nicole DeVoe, 30, of Topeka, passed away peacefully Monday, August 4, 2025.
She was born May 17, 1995, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Michael and Janet (Current) DeVoe.
Deanna worked as a medical assistant at Ardent Health and previously at Stormont Vail Endocrine and Diabetes Clinic. Caring for others was her passion.
Deanna is survived by her parents, siblings, Clint (Laura)...
Billy Joe Haid Jr.
Jul 31, 2025
Billy Joe Haid Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on July 31, 2025, in Harveyville, Kansas, at the age of 72. Born on July 20, 1953, in Topeka, Kansas, Billy lived a fulfilling life marked by his dedication to family, work, and his community.
Billy is known for his career in homebuilding, where he contributed his...
Florence M. "Flo" Worland
Jul 30, 2025
Florence M. “Flo” Worland, 100, died Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at Lawrence Presbyterian Manor. A lifelong Kansan, Florence Marie arrived April 30, 1925, the third of eight children born to Floyd and Hazel (Hartman) Shideler at Pleasant Hill Farm in rural McCune. She attended Pleasant Hill Grade School and graduated from West Mineral High School in 1942, where she participated...
Bruce H. Chenoweth
Jul 30, 2025
Bruce H. Chenoweth, 65, of Burlington, Kansas, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. He was born January 22, 1960 in Topeka, the son of Melvin L. and Nellie Jo (Sturm) Chenoweth.
Bruce was employed for most of his life as a Brick Mason. He enjoyed fishing, gardening and spending time with his grandchildren.
Survivors include his companion,...
Jack Darrow
Jul 30, 2025
Jack Darrow, born on December 23, 1939, in Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. He leaves behind cherished memories, and a loving family.
A dedicated and passionate individual, Jack had a profound love for the publication industry, where he enjoyed reading publications before they were released. His commitment to continuous learning kept him well-versed, evolving...
Connie Fay Cooper
Jul 28, 2025
Connie Fay Cooper, 91, passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, while in hospice care in Topeka, Kansas. She was born March 25, 1934, in Murray, Kentucky, the daughter of Carl and Nora (Tidwell) Dowdy. She met her husband while working as a tele typist for Cargill in Kansas City and, after marrying, Connie raised five children near Moscow, Kansas while...
Susan Janell (Gatewood) Prescott
Jul 28, 2025
Susan Janell (Gatewood) Prescott, 69, of Topeka, Kansas and formerly of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away July 28, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gray Oscar Prescott, Jr., in May 2015.
Susan was born July 27, 1956 in St. Joseph, Missouri, the daughter of Jimmie Gatewood and Betty (Carter) Gatewood. She attended Lafayette High...
Lynne Dillon
Jul 25, 2025
Lynne Dillon, 81, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, July 25, 2025 at a Topeka hospital. She was born February 23, 1944 in Niskayuna, New York, the daughter of Joseph and Jeanette (Howell) Halstead.
Lynne graduated from Guilderland High School in New York and earned a Master's Degree in Special Education from Washburn University in Topeka. She had resided in Topeka...
Sharon Kay Hurst
Jul 24, 2025
Sharon Kay Hurst, 82, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully in the morning on Thursday, July 24, 2025.
She was born April 17, 1943 in Grand Island, Nebraska, the daughter of Alvey and Delma (Moxham) Craven. She graduated from Grand Island Senior High School in 1961. She attended Mary Lanning Memorial Hospital School of Nursing and Hastings College. She was a registered...
