Nov 22, 2023

Sandy Darnall, 81, of Topeka, KS, passed away Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Brookside Retirement Community after a long fight with Alzheimer.She was born November 6, 1942, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Harold and Betty (Hess) Michael. She graduated from Seaman High School in 1960. She spent much of her career as the accounting bookkeeper at Northland Christian Church...

Nov 20, 2023

Jerry L. Godfrey, 74, of Valley Falls passed away on November 20 2023.   He was born on February 28, 1949 at Topeka the son of James Godfrey and Wilma Falley Godfrey. He was raised in Valley Falls and soon after High School enlisted in the United States Army. He served in the 35th Armor Division as a gunner on...

Nov 20, 2023

Mitchell Brice Beemer (Mitch), 57 of Topeka, KS, passed away on November 20, 2023.  Mitch’s life story began on January 10, 1966 in Emporia, KS, born to the parents of Robert E. Beemer (Bob) and Wanda L. Beemer (Jones).  He was the second of four children that would challenge the skill and fortitude of the Beemer household for decades...

Nov 19, 2023

Brian Paul Steinbock, 56, of Topeka passed away on November 19, 2023. Brian was born on April 19, 1967, to Richard and Carolyn Steinbock. He attended Seaman High School where he played football and was named to the All City First Team his senior year. After graduating in 1985, Brian was awarded a football scholarship and went on to Butler...

Nov 18, 2023

Gwenda Steele, 69, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023.She was born November 11, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of James and Anna (Spaulding) Filkins. She graduated from Highland Park High School. Gwen loved to be outdoors and spend time with her family. She was blessed to be a stay at home mother for over 30 years. She...

Nov 18, 2023

Lori (Rice) Taylor, 59, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, November 18, 2023.She was born October 17, 1964, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Jerry and Delta (Mayfield) Rice. She graduated from Topeka High School in 1983. She later took classes at Washburn University and K-State. Lori worked for the State of Kansas serving in several departments over 30 years. Prior...

Nov 17, 2023

Joye A. Slocum, 94, of Topeka, went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, November 17, 2023.She was born January 4, 1929, in Nortonville, Kansas, the daughter of Albert and Sylvia (Brunkow) Nieman. Joye graduated from Seaman High School in 1947. She started out her career as a teller with Merchants National Bank. She later went to work...

Nov 15, 2023

Timothy Earl Apodaca Sr., 62, passed away on November 15th, 2023. He was born to Bernard and Norma Apodaca on July 20, 1961, in Topeka, KS. Timothy graduated with the class of 1979 from Topeka High School. He was an avid saxophone player. He served in the United States Army for four years, including a tour in Germany. He and...

Nov 14, 2023

Sharon N. Pribil, 79, Topeka, KS, passed away Tuesday, November 14th, 2023, at Midland Hospice House, Topeka. Sharon was born April 6th, 1944, in Sioux City, IA, the daughter of Denver and Luella (Ahrendt) Wheeler. She attended Wichita State University and was a Registered Nurse. She enjoyed time spent with her children and grandchildren, game shows, westerns, science fiction and...

Nov 13, 2023

Justin Lee Fisk, 46, of Topeka, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023.

He was born July 14, 1977, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Gerald and Sandra (Payne) Fisk, Sr. He attended Topeka Public Schools.

Justin was worked at I-70 Auto Auction, Terry’s Bar and Grill, and various construction companies.

He had loved...

Nov 13, 2023

James "Jim" Trimble, 60, of Wakarusa, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023.He was born May 28, 1963, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of James and Marie (Harms) Trimble. He was the delight of his three older siblings in the home!His early years of education were in Topeka 501; they moved to the Seaman District when he was in Jr. high...

Nov 12, 2023

Tanner Blake Reed, 32, of Wamego, passed away on Sunday, November 12th, 2023. He was born on March 18th, 1991 in Topeka, the son of Derrick Reed and Valerie Beam. Survivors include his children, Bria Reed and Apollo Reed of Topeka, Kyden Reed of Kansas City, Talon Jenkins of Salina, his mother Valerie Beam of Topeka, his brothers Skylar Reed,...

Nov 11, 2023

Jimmy (Jim) R. Sturgeon, 79, of Topeka passed away on Saturday, November 11, 2023.  He was born January 9, 1944 at Enid, Oklahoma the son of Curtis and Evelyn Sturgeon.    He lived at Meriden while growing up and graduated from Meriden High School in 1962 and Brown Mackey College in 1985.   He served in the United States Navy.  He...

Nov 10, 2023

Gary D. Smith, 80, of Topeka passed away on Friday, November 10, 2023.   He was born on April 8, 1943 at Fredonia, Kansas.   Gary graduated from Chanute High School with the class of 1961.  Gary served in the army along with his two brothers, Virgil and Delbert.  Gary was stationed in Germany.   He worked for the Us Army National...

Nov 8, 2023

Frank L. Shumway, 70, of Topeka, passed away on November 8, 2023.   He was born December 13, 1952 the son of Claude and Violet Shumway.   Frank is survived by two brothers Renne (Rhonda) Shumway and Russell Shumway; two sisters, Judy Womack and Joy (Charlie) Porubsky; three children, Jeremy Shumway, Justin Shumway and Melissa Shumway; his grandchildren, and great grandchildren;...

Nov 8, 2023

Anthony (Tony) Salzano died suddenly and unexpectedly at his home in Tecumseh KS on Nov 8, 2023.  He was born in the Bronx NY to Anthony and Angelina.  He had fond memories of his time near and around Arthur Ave and his childhood friends. Tony joined the navy and spent time on the YORKTOWN and the FORRESTAL often sharing...

Nov 7, 2023

Gary D. Wolfley, 69, of Meriden, passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023.He was born June 25, 1954, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Lloyd and Pauline (Everett) Wolfley. He graduated from Highland Park High School in the 1970s.Gary was a hands on guy. You could find him out in his garage tinkering on vehicles. For majority of his life he...

Nov 5, 2023

Terry Ann McCoy, 70, of Topeka passed away on November 5, 2023.

Terry was born on October 26, 1953 to Lark McCoy and Fern McGuire McCoy in Topeka. She was a graduate of Topeka High School and Vatterott College.

Terry is survived by her four children, Amy (Corey) Wallace, of Topeka; Dayna (Cody Dean) Burford,...

Nov 5, 2023

Marvin Eugene Main, 77 of Abilene Kansas entered eternal rest on November 5, 2023 in Lincoln, Nebraska surrounded by his children. Born February 7, 1946 to James Main and Mary Stout. He grew up in Topeka, Kansas and helped his dad remodel houses. Later he would drive a semi for Coca-Cola and mayflower around 1976 he joined the army. He...

Nov 3, 2023

Curtis Edward Strawn, fondly known as Curt, 86, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away November 3, 2023, with his family by his side.

Curt was born November 9, 1936, to Ellis Strawn and Harriett Gile in Valley Falls, KS.  He graduated High School in Denison, KS, in 1954.

While in High School, he participated in basketball,...