Sharon Sue Bingham
Sep 25, 2024
Sharon Sue Bingham, born on April 3, 1943, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 25 2024, in her hometown.
She was the beloved daughter of LeRoy and Ethel (Smirl) George, who have preceded her in death. Sharon's life was a testament to dedication and community service.
She spent many years working as Clerk III for the Shawnee County Election Commission,...
Wayne L. Pendleton
Sep 22, 2024
Wayne L. Pendleton, 98, of Silver Lake, passed away on Sunday, September 22, 2024 at Rossville Health Care. He was born June 29, 1926 in Topeka the son of Elijah “Lidge” Pendleton and Laura Jane (Reser) Pendleton. He was raised on his families’ farm south of Silver Lake and graduated from high school at Silver Lake. He served his country...
Deborah A. Campbell
Sep 18, 2024
Deborah (Debbie) A. Campbell, 71, of Topeka passed away on September 18th, 2024, at a local hospital, with her family at her side. Debbie was born on January 16th, 1953, in Topeka, one of many children to Gladys Shaw & Noah Shaw. Debbie was raised in Topeka where she would spend her life as a stay-at-home mother and homemaker.
Debbie met...
Diana F. Rinner
Sep 14, 2024
Diana F. Rinner, 92, of Portland, Oregon, passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. She was born on September 12, 1932, in Iola, Kansas, one of six children born to Robert and Letha (Stateler Spears) Yocum.
Diana graduated from Iola high school with the class of 1950. She previously lived in the Merriam and Prairie Village areas of Kansas City (Johnson...
Elaine K. Frisbie
2024
Elaine Kay Clark Frisbie was born June 26, 1941 in Topeka, KS. She was the daughter of Rollin and Elnora Clark of Meriden, KS and grew up on the Clark family farm with her sister Gloria and brother Jimmie.
She attended Meriden High School (now Jeff West), graduating in 1959, then attended Kansas State University, where she was a member of...
Kirk G. Fangman
Sep 11, 2024
Kirk G. Fangman, 64, of Topeka, passed away on September 11, 2024 in Topeka, Kansas at St. Francis Hospital. He was born on February 6, 1960 in Seneca, Kansas to Barbara and Carlton “Buzz” Fangman. He spent his early years in Centralia, Kansas and later moved to the Fangman Family Farm at Seneca. He graduated from Nemaha Valley High School...
Brooklyn J. Marie Carter
Sep 10, 2024
Brooklyn Jennifer Marie Carter, aged 25, passed away on September 10th, 2024, in Omaha, Nebraska. Born on June 26th, 1999, Brooklyn was known for her vibrant and bubbly personality. She was outgoing, outspoken, and never knew a stranger. Her intelligence and humor shone brightly, and her love for animals and bold faith were evident to all who knew her. She...
Julie A. Tibbits
Sep 8, 2024
Julie Anne Tibbits, 45, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2024, due to a tragic motor vehicle accident. She was born on March 13, 1979, in Topeka, Kansas, to Robert Ervin Davis and Linda Sue (Smith) Davis. On January 3, 2002, Julie married her high school sweetheart and best friend, Steven Eugene Tibbits. Together, they raised three...
Bonnie Lee Edwards
Sep 7, 2024
Bonnie Lee Edwards 78, was born in Topeka, Kansas to Orlando Hamilton Dandridge and Frances Dandridge.
She was a graduate of Topeka High School, Class of 1964.
On July 31, 1964 she was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. She maintained her integrity throughout her entire life leaving a legacy of tender care of the older sisters in her congregation, showing loyal...
Joseph "Joe" McCarter
Sep 7, 2024
Joseph "Joe" McCarter, born on October 22, 1943 to Arthur and Monica McCarter, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on September 7, 2024. He was a beloved member of the Topeka community, whose life was marked by service and dedication.
Joe graduated from Auburn Rural High School in 1961, where he laid the foundation for a life characterized by hard work...
Savannah Rae Lafountain
Sep 4, 2024
With heavy hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved Savannah Rae LaFountain. A beautiful baby girl who touched so many lives in such a brief time. Only 6 weeks old, on September 4, 2024. Savannah Rae went to be with our Lord. Savannah is the Daughter of MaKayla Penry and Logan LaFountain. Although taken too soon, her spirit...
Elaine Hansen
Sep 2, 2024
H. Hansen, 94, of Topeka, passed away Monday, September 2, 2024.
Elaine was the oldest of six children born to Albert and Henrietta McBride of Danbury, Iowa.
Raised on a farm, she moved to Omaha, Nebraska to continue her education. She returned to Mapleton, Iowa to marry Darrel Hesse in 1950. After this marriage dissolved, Elaine raised her five children alone.
She worked...
Janet K. Derby
Aug 31, 2024
Janet K. Derby, 83, of Ozawkie, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024. She was born January 19, 1941 in Topeka the daughter of Lawrence and Viola Murphy Easum. She was raised in Oskaloosa. She played in the band during high school and graduated from Oskaloosa High School in 1959.Janet married Richard Barrett in June of 1961 at the Methodist...
Wanda Lucille Meakins
Aug 31, 2024
Wanda (Holmes) Meakins, 91, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Wanda was born in Topeka, Kansas on May 13, 1933 to Robert and Ivah Holmes. She grew up in Topeka and graduated from Topeka High School. She married Jack on October 31, 1950 and they were blessed with five children: Brenda, Gerald, Shirley, Susan and Darrell....
Thelma McBurney
Aug 30, 2024
Thelma McBurney, 88, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. She was born in Oklahoma and had been a resident of Topeka for over 60 years. Thelma was a Direct Support Specialist for Sunflower Support in Topeka and was still working full time until just a few weeks ago. She enjoyed going for drives, and day trips. Thelma...
Rose Darlene Emery Gritten
Aug 29, 2024
Rose Darlene Emery (Gritten) entered into the heavenly gates on August, 29, 2024 at Aldersgate Village in Topeka, KS where she was surrounded by her loved ones. Rose was known for her caring loving heart, and her straightforward attitude all at the same time. She loved making the people around her laugh, and smile. She would give you the shirt...
Eddie B. Colvin
Aug 22, 2024
Eddie B. Colvin, 67, of Topeka passed away on August 22, 2024. Eddie was a United States Army Veteran. Cremation is planned. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Parker-Price and Davidson Cremation and Funeral Services in Topeka is assisting the family with final arrangements.
Virginia Butler
Aug 22, 2024
Virginia Butler 88, of Topeka, KS passed away on August 22, 2024. Virginia was born in Burnham, Missouri and graduated from Seaman High School. Virginia married Jim Butler in 1953, a union that would last 67 years. Virginia volunteered for eighteen and a half years with the Douglas County Senior Meals Program in Lecompton, KS. Virginia also enjoyed gardening, growing...
Adam Nocktonick Jr.
Aug 20, 2024
Adam A. Nocktonick, Jr, 81, of Mayetta, Kansas, passed away on August 20, 2024. He was born in Holton, the son of Adam A. Nocktonick, Sr. and Margie Wyatt Nocktonick. Adam attended school at Elmont and graduated from Seaman High School. He was a drywall installer/finisher by trade. He also worked a second job at Goodyear briefly before deciding to...
Betty L. Orender
Aug 20, 2024
Betty L. Orender, 90, of Topeka passed away on August 20, 2024 at her home in Topeka. She grew up in East Topeka and graduated from Topeka High School. Early in her adult life she lived at Lake Wabaunsee and Dover, working at Flint Hills Care Center in Eskridge as an a certified nurse’s aide working her way up to...
