David William Landis
Jul 28, 2026
David William Landis, of Topeka, passed away peacefully in his home on July 28, 2026. Born June 29, 1945, David’s presence was a gift across the 81 years of his life—a gift cherished by all who knew him.
David’s roots were deep in Kansas soil. He graduated from Topeka West High School in 1963, already displaying the intelligence and curiosity that...
Cindy J. Dillon
Jul 24, 2026
Cynthia Joy Rempel Dillon, known to most as Cindy, passed away on July 24, 2026, at the age of 65, joining her Lord and Savior in Heaven.
Cindy was born on May 27, 1961. She was lovingly raised by Herman and Eva Rempel in Meade, Kansas. She graduated from Meade High School in 1979 before attending the University of Kansas and...
Dallas Ray Storie
Jul 21, 2026
Dallas Ray Storie, born February 24, 1955, departed this world on July 21, 2026, surrounded by family and comforted by a beautiful rendition of “One Day at a Time.” His final moments were peaceful and reflective of the love that defined his life.
A proud graduate of Rossville High School in the Class of 1973, Dallas lived a life marked by...
Bonnie Mae Gray
Jul 19, 2026
Bonnie Mae (Lyons) Gray, 99, passed away peacefully at Midland Hospice House on July 19, 2026. Born June 5, 1927, in El Dorado, Kansas, she was one of nine children born to Howard and Alta (Naylor) Lyons. Her family moved to Chase County when she was a teen, and she graduated from Elmdale Rural High School where she was a...
Joan A. Dreier
Jul 17, 2026
Joan A. Dreier, 86, of Topeka, passed away Friday, July 17, 2026.
She was born October 10, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Minford Llewellyn and Louise Mildred (Hall) Lovett.
Joan married Ramon "Ray" Dreier on April 9, 1971, in Miami, Oklahoma. He preceded her in death on March 19, 2017. Survivors include her daughter, Linda Louise (Rick) Brown, Scottsbluff,...
Olivia L. Burden
Jul 16, 2026
Olivia L. Burden, 83, of Topeka, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, July 16, 2026. She was born January 7, 1943 in Topeka, the daughter of Oliver and Margaret Ridley, Sr.
Olivia graduated from Highland Park High School. She was employed in food service by Scott Magnet School and Highland Park High School. Oliva was a devoted member of...
Jerry R. Hazlett
Jul 15, 2026
Jerry Ray Hazlett, 86, of Topeka, passed away on July 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on February 25, 1940, in Alva, Oklahoma, to Theodore and Edith Hazlett, Jerry pursued higher education at Emporia State University, earning a master's degree in biology and education.
His career was marked by significant contributions to wildlife conservation in Kansas. He worked with the...
Dwayne Clark Piercy
Jul 13, 2026
Dwayne Clark Piercy of Topeka, KS, born May 16, 1938 in Overton, TX, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026, surrounded by family. Those who knew Dwayne will remember a life marked by compassion, intellect, dedication, and an enduring love for those around him.
Dwayne met Nita Ray Skaggs at the University of Texas at Austin, and they married on August...
Delores "Faye" Howbert
Jul 13, 2026
Delores "Faye" Howbert, 88, of Tecumseh, passed away on Monday, July 13, 2026 at a Topeka hospital. She was born November 17, 1937 in Topeka, the daughter of Percy and LaVera (Roady) Humphrey.
Faye graduated from Berryton High School. She and her husband, Jerre farmed and ranched in the Tecumseh and Berryton Communities her entire life.
Faye married Jerre H. Howbert on...
Jay N. Christensen
Jul 13, 2026
Jay Christensen, Topeka, Kansas, passed away July 13, 2026. He was 86 years old.
Jay was born on November 24, 1939, in Milford, Kansas, the son of Fred and Myrtle (Johnston) Christensen. He graduated from Milford High School in May 1957. He worked full time for the Kansas Army National Guard in Topeka from October 3, 1960, to March 31, 1995;...
James "Jim" L. Bertram
Jul 12, 2026
Jim Bertram passed away Sunday, July 12, 2026, in Topeka, KS, at the age of 91. He was always early to everything, though it seems this was his one exception. He always said that if he ever came back, he’d want to be a dog. Given how much he loved his own dogs, we like to think he’s already working...
Stella E. Ellis
Jul 11, 2026
Stella E. Ellis, 85, of Olathe, Kansas, formerly of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at a care facility in Olathe. She was born on September 15, 1940, in Delta, Colorado, to Charles W. Ellis and Dollie (Reynolds) Ellis.
Stella graduated from Marysville High School in Marysville, Kansas, in 1959. She lived in Marysville from 1947 until 1960 before...
Virginia A. Smith
Jul 10, 2026
Virginia A. Smith, 83, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026. She was born August 9, 1942 in San Fernando, California, the daughter of Leo B. and Mary V. (Wise) Lawrence.
Virginia graduated from Gardner High School in 1960. She was employed by the State of Kansas as a Systems Analyst for 37 years before retiring. She had resided...
William R. "Bill" Fischer
Jul 9, 2026
William R. "Bill" Fischer, 91, of Overbrook, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at the Brookside Retirement Community Care Facility. He was born February 1, 1935 in Omaha, Nebraska, the son of Herbert O. and Irma E. (Huyck) Fischer.
Bill served in the US Army. He was a talented man, working many trades throughout his lifetime. He loved working...
Judith A. "Judy" Norris
Jul 8, 2026
Judith A. "Judy" Norris, 86, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, while in the care of Homestead of Topeka and Ascend Hospice. She was born April 28, 1940, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Ransom M. and Janice (Evans) Smith.
Judy graduated from Manhattan High School and earned a master’s degree in education from Kansas State University. She...
Marlie Grace Eisenbarth
Jul 8, 2026
Marlie Grace Eisenbarth, of Silver Lake, Kansas, gained her angel wings on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
She was born February 27, 2026, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Levi and Brook Eisenbarth.
She is survived by her parents, brothers Emery, Coltyn, Dominic, and big sister Brooklynn; grandpa Tim, great-grandmother Rosalie, grandparents Steve "Papa" and Sandra "Gammi", great-grandmother Mildred, and many aunts...
Lucinda Sue Ostler
Jul 7, 2026
Lucinda Sue Ostler, age 71, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2026.
Lucinda was born on November 23rd, 1954 in Topeka, Kansas to Ralph and Madeline Cowell. She was lovingly raised with her other four siblings in Topeka. After marrying husband James (Jim) Ostler, she relocated to Texas, before moving back to Topeka in 2005 after James' passing.
Lucinda...
Helen Irene Livingston
Jul 7, 2026
Helen I. Livingston, 97, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, July 7, 2026.
She was born October 15, 1928, in Atchison, Kansas, the daughter of Thomas and Leola (Lindsey) Houpt. Helen graduated from Seaman High School in Topeka, Kansas. She graduated Business college in Pennsylvania with a degree in accounting.
Helen held several accounting positions in Manhattan and Kansas City throughout the years.
Helen...
Rhonda Lea Hutton
Jul 6, 2026
Rhonda Lea Hutton was born February 23, 1969, in Topeka, Kansas. Raised by her parents Bill and Linda Williams, Rhonda attended Perry-Lecompton schools and was a strong student. She was in the gifted program and named a Kansas Honor Scholar. Interested in a variety of activities, Rhonda was also an outstanding flutist in band as well as a cheerleader. She...
Rose Mary Dietz
Jul 5, 2026
Rose Mary Dietz, née Schneider, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on July 5, 2026, in Topeka, KS at the inspiring age of 100. Rose was born on December 29, 1925, in Olmitz, KS, and from the very beginning her life was filled with warmth, creativity, and the deep ties of family and community that she cherished above...
