Howard P. Yockers
Jul 25, 2025
Howard P. Yockers, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on July 25, 2025, in Lawrence, Kansas. He was born on August 13, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, to Herbert and Sylvia (Pastroski) Yockers. Howard's journey through life was marked by his dedication to family, a strong work ethic, and his many passions.
A proud graduate of Highland Park High...
Flora "Punky" Louise Hildebrand
Jul 22, 2025
Flora "Punky" Hildebrand, a beloved homemaker turned dedicated civil servant, left our world on July 22, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 87. Born on August 23, 1937, in Orange, California, Punky's journey through life was one marked by her spunky personality and unwavering faith.
After graduating from Orange High School in 1956, Punky devoted herself to her family...
Judy L. Brady
Jul 21, 2025
Judy L. Brady, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born in Kinsley, Kansas, on April 2, 1937, Judy's radiant spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She grew up surrounded by the love of her parents, Leo and Geneva Copp, and was influenced by the warm values...
Donavon J. DeLeon
Jul 17, 2025
Donavon J. De Leon, 24, of Topeka passed away on July 17, 2025. He was born April 23, 2001 in Junction City. Donavon grew up in Topeka and enjoyed playing video games, sports and fishing, even if he felt he wasn’t very good at it. He attended Shawnee Heights High School. He played football, wrestled and was on the track...
Ricky J. Combes
Jul 17, 2025
Ricky Jason Combes, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 17, 2025, at the age of 66. He was surrounded by his immediate family at KU Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.
Born on December 9, 1958, in Topeka, Kansas, Rick was the son of Glen Eldon and Ruby Alice (Mattox) Combes. He was raised in...
Deborah K. Sesler
Jul 17, 2025
Deborah K. Sesler, 70, of Topeka passed away on July 17, 2025. Memorial services will be held on a later date. Memorial contributions may e made to Helping Hands Humane Society, Grace Cathedral Church Topeka or to Ascend Hospice.
Terry L. Keller
Jul 15, 2025
Terry L. Keller, 72, of Silver Lake passed away on Tuesday July 15, 2025. He was born on January 6, 1953 at Excelsior Springs, Missouri the son of Clyde R. and Fanny P. Terry Keller. He was raised in Clay County, Missouri and graduated from high school at Kearney with the class of 1971. Terry went straight to work. He...
Wanda Marie Wright
Jul 15, 2025
Wanda Marie Wright was born on July 11th, 1933 in Junction City, Kansas, the daughter of Ephraim Thomas Enzor and Bessie Mae Segrist Enzor. She lived a full and blessed life. She passed away age 92 on July 15th at home with family.
She grew up in Junction City, Kansas as one of four siblings, where she fell in love with...
Kadence R. Rupp
Jul 14, 2025
Kadence Rose Marie Rupp was born to Michael Rupp and Jeanene Fiebig on October 18, 2004. She departed this earthly life on July 14, 2025. She lived her whole life of 20 years in Topeka, Kansas.
Kadence was a beautiful soul, she was sweet, artistic, creative, thoughtful with a big heart toward others. She was an amazing sister to Alexis, Chase,...
Randall E. Starkey
Jul 14, 2025
Randall E. Starkey, born on August 25, 1946, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2025. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, and a cherished friend to many. Randy's journey through life was one marked by service, dedication, and an unwavering love for his family.
After graduating from Topeka High School in 1964, Randy’s dedication to...
Keith Hildebrandt
Jul 12, 2025
Keith Hildebrandt, passed away on July 12, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on December 25, 1931, in Washington, Kansas, Keith's life was marked by laughter, dedication, and an enduring love for the simple joys of life.
Keith dedicated many years of his career to Josten's, where he exemplified commitment and integrity until his retirement. His time there, enriched by...
Elizabeth Quigley
Jul 11, 2025
Beth, 96, of Loveland, Colorado went home to be with her Lord on July, 11, 2025.
Beth was born September 16, 1928 at Hyannis, Nebraska to C.R. and Elizabeth (McKune) Tichenor. Her family lived in Nebraska until 1939. They then moved near Hoyt, Kansas. She attended Point Pleasant grade school and graduated from Hoyt High School. She also attended Kansas City...
Terri Murphy
Jul 9, 2025
Terri Murphy, a vibrant spirit born on June 4, 1977, in Topeka, Kansas, transcended this world on July 9, 2025, leaving behind a legacy woven with laughter, love, and warmth. Known for her feisty personality and the biggest heart amongst her friends, Terri's life was an exuberant celebration of moments both grand and small.
For over two decades, Terri dedicated herself...
Jerry R. Harvey
Jul 6, 2025
Jerry R. Harvey, born on January 1, 1956, in Radford, Virginia, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.
He worked at Blue Cross & Blue Shield until his retirement in July 2015.
An illuminating presence, Jerry was known for his unabashed honesty and his captivating one-liners that could fill a room with laughter. His personality was a vivid tapestry...
Dona M. L'Heureux
Jul 5, 2025
Dona M. L'Heureux, 95, of Topeka passed away on July 5, 2025. Dona was born in Bertrand, Nebraska on August 11, 1929 to Victor and Vernal Peterson. She married Joseph (Papa Joe) L’Heureux on June 15, 1958 in Lincoln Nebraska. They moved to a farm in Glenville, Nebraska where they raised hogs and farmed for around 5 years. In...
Don Christopher Oden
Jul 5, 2025
Don Christopher Oden, 63, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025.
He was born February 27, 1962, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Don and Ima Jean (Clardy) Oden. He graduated from Highland Park High School.
Don had many jobs until becoming a truck driver in 2011.
Don married Jami Erin Oden on November 18, 2006 in Topeka, KS.
He was an avid...
Jackie Ray Franklin "Uncle Jack"
Jul 4, 2025
Jackie Ray Franklin, affectionately known as "Uncle Jack," was born on October 20, 1952, in Topeka, Kansas. On July 4, 2025, he left this world, leaving behind a legacy defined by kindness, warmth, and an extraordinary spirit that touched the lives of everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Jack was a unique individual whose pure, childlike spirit was a source of...
Juanita D. Ticehurst
Jul 3, 2025
Juanita Doris Davis Ticehurst passed away on July 3, 2025. She was born January 29, 1927 in Topeka, KS, to Guy and Juanita Davis. She met her future husband, Marshall Ticehurst, when they both attended Roosevelt Junior High and went on to become better friends at Topeka High. Juanita attended the Clark School of Business. In May 1947, they were...
Bruce Wayne Caudill
Jul 1, 2025
Bruce Wayne Caudill, 59, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, July 1, 2025.
He was born May 15, 1966, in Barstow, California, the son of Freddy Eugene and Cheryl Anne (Randleman) Caudill. He was a 1985 graduate of Seaman High School and attended college in Arizona.
Bruce was an electrician for the California Electric Union later owned and operated Caudill Electric in Topeka.
He...
Carole L. Tipton
Jun 30, 2025
Carole Lynne Tipton passed away on June 30th, 2025.
Carole was a colorful, generous, warm soul, with a huge heart. She was a gypsy until she found her roots in Topeka, Ks.
Through her life, Carole found joy in the simple pleasures, home decorating, paging through her favorite magazines, flower gardening and enjoying a good piece of peach pie while enjoying her...
