Obituary Listing

Jan 21, 2010

Dorothy L. Stamm, 86, of Topeka, died January 21, 2010 at McCrite Care Center.

 

She was born in Topeka, Kansas on February 18, 1923 the daughter of Thomas and Edna Blanche McKenna.

 

Dorothy was a homemaker. 

 

She married Gerald L. Stamm Sr. on August 1, 1938.  He preceded her in death on December 23, 2008 shortly...

Jan 21, 2010

John Scott Appelhanz, 54, formerly of Topeka, died January 21, 2010 at Stonybrook Retirement Center in Manhattan, Kansas.

He was born in Topeka, Kansas on October 31, 1955 the son of Isadore “Ike” and Patricia (Evans) Appelhanz. 

John attended Texas Technical Institute in the early 90’s with an Architectural Drafting Certificate. 

He worked in concrete construction in Texas...

Jan 20, 2010

Robert Lee “Bob” Gardner, 78, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, January 20, 2010 at his home.

e was born August 5, 1931 the son of Marvin E. and Beulah (Carlisle) Gardner.  Bob was raised in Topeka and graduated from Topeka High School in 1949 where he was the captain of the Trojan basketball team.

Bob was employed by Stauffer Publications...

Jan 19, 2010

Dean R. Soldan, 51, of Topeka, died January 19, 2010.

 

He was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 24, 1958 the son of Jean Edward and Maxine Ruth (Peterson) Soldan. 

 

Dean worked for the Topeka Metro Transit as a Driver from 1988 to 2009.

 

He was a loving dad, son, brother, uncle and friend.  Dean will...

Jan 18, 2010

Solana Schmeidler, SFCC, 84, of Topeka, passed away Monday, January 18, 2010 at Manor Care.

 

She was born February 18, 1925 in Catherine the daughter of John and Emma (Wolfe) Schmeidler.  Sr. Solana attended Catherine Grade School, St. Agnes High School in Fond du Lac, WI and graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree from St. Louis...

Jan 14, 2010

 

Nancy Anne Burgardt, 82, of Topeka, died January 14, 2010 at the home of her daughter.

 

She was born on February 9, 1927 in Crystal Falls, Michigan the daughter of Henry Patrick and Veronica (Leonard) Grattan.

 

She served in the U.S.Air Force and was a captain during the Korean Conflict. 

Nancy was a Registered Nurse at...

Jan 14, 2010

John Anthony Navarro, 56, of Topeka, died January 13, 2010 at Stormont-Vail Regional Health Care Center.

 

He was born in Topeka, Kansas on July 28, 1953 the son of John and Leocadia (Serrano) Navarro.

 

John attended Highland Park High School.  He worked for the Job Corps and most recently was employed by the Prairie Band Casino and Resort. ...

Jan 12, 2010

Genaro “Uncle Hank” Ortiz, 73, of Topeka, died January 12, 2010 at his home.

He was born in Topeka, Kansas on September 19, 1936 the son of Domingo and Joaquina (Ortiz) Ortiz.

Genaro worked for the Topeka State Hospital prior to his retirement.

He is survived by four brothers, Cato Ortiz and wife Roberta of Plant City, Florida, Larry Ortiz...

Jan 11, 2010

Merle Floyd Busey, 84, of Topeka, passed away Monday, January 11, 2010 at Stormont-Vail Health Care.

 He was born June 3, 1925 in Topeka the son of Noel Edmond and Ruth Marie (Morris) Busey.  He was a 1943 graduate of Seaman High School.  Merle served in the United States Marines during WW II.  He was...

Jan 10, 2010

Daniel Alejandro Martinez, infant son of Alicia Martinez died January 10, 2010 at Stormont-Vail emergency room.

 

He was born on November 22, 2009 in Topeka.  Daniel is survived by his mother, a sister, Vanesa Ramirez, three brothers, Javier V. Martinez, Roberto Franco and Cesar Avila Jr., grandparents, Maria S. Pantoja of San Antonio, Texas and Javier Arreola of Mexico,...

Jan 7, 2010

Kathryn Ann “Kack” O’Donovan, 67, of Topeka, died January 7, 2010 at Plaza West Health Care Center.

 

She was born in Garden City, Kansas on June 8, 1942 the oldest of 13 children born to Wayne and Marie (Mitchell) Pickett.  She grew up on a farm there that she dearly loved.

 

Kathryn moved to St. Dominic’s Convent in...

Jan 5, 2010

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Jan 5, 2010

Frederick J. “Fred” Ward, 78, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, January 5, 2010 at Aldersgate Village.

He was born January 6, 1931 to Sgt. Isaac Gilbert Ward and Mary Alice (White) Ward at Fort Leavenworth.  He came into the world a little guy – 2.5 lbs.  But he succeeded well.  The family lived in Leavenworth and Fred attended school at...

Jan 1, 2010

Levi Michael Baros, 55, of Topeka, passed away Friday, January 01, 2010 at Rolling Hills Health Center.

 

He was born December 3, 1954 in Rocky Ford, CO the son of Joe and Agatha Baros.

 

Levi was employed by St. Francis Health Care before he retired.

 

He attended Mater Dei’s Holy Name Church.

 

Levi is survived by,...

Dec 29, 2009

Marie M. Chandler, 89, Topeka, died Tuesday, December 29, 2009, at Stormont Vail Health Care.  She was born in Aberdeen, S.D. on December 20, 1920 the daughter of Walter and Bernadine (Geier) Brendel, she was one of nine children.  Marie attended Aberdeen public schools.

 

She enjoyed watching sports, country music, her dog Ginger, and her nieces and nephews. 

...

Dec 28, 2009

Dr. Richard (Dick) F. Reicherter

Dr. Richard (Dick) F. Reicherter passed away on December 28, 2009 at Plaza West Regional Health Center.  He was born September 24, 1920 in Lillis, Kansas, the son of Henry Reicherter and Theresa (Tessie) Noud Reicherter.  He grew up on the family farm and attended a one room school house...

Dec 20, 2009

Vicki L. Adam, 53, of Topeka, died December 20, 2009 at Stormont-Vail Hospital.

 

She was born in Akron, Ohio on September 9, 1956 the daughter of Jack and Evelyn (Thorne) Powers. 

 

Vicki was a homemaker.  She loved spending time with her family and grandchildren.  Vicki loved nature and all animals.

 

She is survived by her children:...

Dec 17, 2009

Patricia E. Baker, 62, of Topeka, passed away at her home on Thursday, December 17, 2009.

She was born January 24, 1947 in Newton the daughter of Frank and Elizabeth “Betty” (Hogan) Torline.

Pat was currently the Deputy Executive Director/General Counsel for the Kansas Association of School Boards.  She attended Newton High School and graduated in 1965.  She graduated from...

Dec 16, 2009

Edward V. Perez, 52, of Topeka, died December 16, 2009 at his home. 

 

He was born in Topeka, Kansas on January 11, 1957 the son of Isaac and Guadalupe (Vargas) Perez.  He served in the U.S. Army.

 

Eddie worked in Food Service for the Colmery-O’Neil VA Medical Center.  He enjoyed watching sport especially the Denver Broncos.  He...

Dec 14, 2009

Benjamin Noceda Hernandez, beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather has passed into the loving arms of our heavenly Father on December 14, 2009 surrounded by his loving family at home.

He was born in Topeka on September 3, 1932 the son of Eufemio and Trinidad (Noceda) Hernandez.  He was a dedicated lifelong member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church,...