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...
Diana Dee Martin
Jun 30, 2025
Diana Dee Martin, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by her cherished family. She was born on January 26, 1941, in Concordia, Kansas, and lived a life marked by strength, resilience, and unwavering love for those around her.
During her younger years, she worked at the Grand Jayhawk Theatre. She...
Michael Temmen
Jun 29, 2025
Michael Temmen, 68, of Topeka passes away on Sunday, June 29, 2025.
He was born in Lawrence, Kansas, the son of Joseph Robert and Phyllis June Purvis Temmen.
He lived most of his life in Topeka, Kansas.
He went to Seaman High School but graduated from Holton High School in 1974. He spent most of his career driving Semi Trucks. Mike enjoyed Nascar...
John A. Wright
Jun 29, 2025
John Alvin Wright, 86, of Topeka passed away on June 28, 2025 at his son’s home in Topeka, Kansas. He was born June 21, 1939, in Dade County, Missouri, the son of J. Samuel and Perna (Jones) Wright. John grew up in Ft. Scott, Kansas where he also graduated from high school. He graduated from Ottawa University and later Central...
Kurt W. Sowards
Jun 26, 2025
Kurt William Sowards, 63, died Thursday, June 26, 2025 at his daughter’s home in Derby, Kansas from a prolonged battle with COPD.
He was born on January 13, 1962 in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Morris and Barbara Broadbent Sowards. Kurt was raised in Topeka and graduated from Topeka Seaman High School.
He married Debra Darlene Walty on April 21, 1984 in...
Kelly K. Davis
Jun 24, 2025
Kelly Kristine Davis, 51, passed away on Tuesday June 24, 2025. Kelly was born October 21, 1973 in Topeka, KS. She attended West Indianola Grade School and graduated from Seaman High School. From a young age, Kelly loved animals of all kinds. She was quick to rescue a stray or injured cat. Kelly also had an affection for horses. She...
Don Blaker
Jun 22, 2025
Donald "Don" Blaker, 90, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, June 22, 2025.
He was born August 5, 1934, in Oketo, Kansas, the son of Donald and Mildred (Seaton) Blaker. He graduated from Emmett High School in 1952.
He enlisted in the United States Army in 1956 and served during the Korean War. He was honorably discharged in 1958.
Don worked for International Harvester...
Perry L. Taylor
Jun 19, 2025
Perry Taylor, 71, of Topeka passed away on Thursday June 19, 2025. He was born February 3, 1954 in Manhattan, Kansas the son of Hazel and Mary Moore Taylor. He was raised in North Topeka. He told stories about riding his bike from home to the Topeka Fair, racing cars on Topeka Boulevard and throwing Cherry Bombs in the bathroom...
Mary A. Hockenbarger
Jun 19, 2025
Mary A. Hockenbarger, a cherished mother and faithful friend, left this world on June 19, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on July 25, 1932, in Shawnee County, Kansas, Mary was a beacon of love and kindness in her community, illuminating the lives of those around her with her big heart and caregiving spirit.
A proud graduate of Dover High...
Kay Fiebig
Jun 17, 2025
Kay Lynn Fiebig (Crider) passed away on June 18, 2025. She was born on January 23, 1952, in Enid, Oklahoma to John and Mary Lou Crider of Lamont, Oklahoma. She graduated from Lamont High School in 1970 and took additional classes at Central States Normal School, in Edmond, OK. She married Doug Fiebig, October 19, 1985, and moved to Topeka,...
Delores L. Moss
Jun 16, 2025
In the early morning hours of Monday, June 16th, Delores Lee Moss passed away peacefully at Brookside Health and Rehab in Overbrook, Kansas. Those blessed to know Dee would tell you there were two things she loved more than anything else in the world: her family and the Saint Louis Cardinals baseball team. Despite spending her final years in Kansas...
Dolores Jean Pottorf
Jun 13, 2025
Dolores Jean Pottorf, a beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished community member, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas. Born on September 10, 1929, in Valley Falls, Kansas, Dolores lived a life rich in love, laughter, and dedication.
Dolores had a remarkable career, serving faithfully at the Santa Fe Railroad from 1947 until her retirement in 1992. Her commitment...
Richard L. Colton
Jun 12, 2025
Rick Colton, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on June 12, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 83. Born on January 20, 1942, in Grovespring, Missouri, Rick was the beloved son of Loraine and Alma Ruth (Rountree) Colton, who preceded him, along with his sisters, Barbara Admire, Dorthea Ferguson, and Louise Anderson.
After graduating from Lebanon...
Robert "Bob" Crofoot
Jun 9, 2025
Robert "Bob" Crofoot, a beloved figure to many, left this world on June 9, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on July 14, 1949, in Dekalb, Illinois, Bob spent his life as a dedicated self-employed truck driver, traversing the vast roads of the United States. His job was not just a profession; it was a passion that allowed him...
Michael Rollins
Jun 6, 2025
Michael W. Rollins, 66, of Topeka passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025. He was born on August 12, 1958, in Topeka.
Michael moved to Oklahoma and attended school at Perry, Oklahoma. He was considered fastest track star at Perry, a Champion Wrestler and star baseball pitcher. He attended the Olympic style games in Mexico and finished fourth in several events.
He...
Arden C Bayless
Jun 3, 2025
Arden C. Bayless, 94, of Topeka passed away on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. Arden was born September 1, 1930 in Eskridge, Kansas. His parents where Walter and Minnie Baldwin Bayless. Arden served his country in the United States Air Force four years and was a veteran of the Korean War. He returned to Topeka and worked at Goodyear Tire and...
Becky Lynn Babcock
May 31, 2025
Becky Lynn Babcock, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, peacefully passed away on May 31, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas, at the age of 80. Born on November 28, 1944, in Springfield, Illinois, Becky was a vibrant spirit whose warmth and laughter could brighten the darkest of days.
Becky's profound commitment to nurturing young minds shone through during her 13 dedicated years...
