Merle F. Busey
January 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...
Daniel Alejandro Martinez
January 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,...
Kathryn Ann O'Donovan
January 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...
Frederick Ward
January 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...
Levi Baros
January 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,...
Marie M. Chandler
December 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.
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Richard F. Reicherter
December 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...
Vicki L. Adam
December 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:...
Patricia E. Baker
December 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...
Edward V. Perez
December 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...
Benjamin Hernandez
December 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,...
Janice E. Kitterman
December 13, 2009
Janice Elaine Kitterman, 55, of Lyndon, passed away Sunday, December 13, 2009 at her home.
She was born January 14, 1954 in Hays the daughter of Delmer and Genevieve (Conyac) Belisle. Janice was a graduate of Palco High School.
Janice was a legal secretary for various law firms. She enjoyed working outside in her flower beds and garden from which...
Marguerite Etzel
December 11, 2009
Marguerite Etzel, 101, of Topeka, passed away at her home on December 11, 2009.
Marguerite was born on August 5, 1908 in Willard, Kansas the daughter of Robert James and Margaret Ann (McCoy) Best. She married Henry John Etzel on September 25, 1928 in Topeka, Kansas. Mrs. Etzel was a homemaker and a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church...
Paul L. Michael
December 9, 2009
Paul L. Michael, 75, of Topeka, died on December 9, 2009 at St. Francis Hospital.
Paul was born on March 12, 1934 in Waverly, Kansas the son of L D and Louise (Meyers) Michael.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. Paul was a heavy equipment operator for Rylie Equipment company and was self employed, retiring...
Jesus Padilla
December 5, 2009
Jesus M. Padilla, 103, of Topeka, died December 5, 2009 at Rolling Hills Health Care Center.
He was born in Quiroga, Michoacan, Mexico on October 17, 1906 the son of Martin and Maria (Medina) Padilla. Jesus emigrated from Mexico on October 12, 1926 to be reunited with his mother in Topeka.
He began working for the Santa Fe...
Howard Daniel Killam
November 27, 2009
Howard Daniel “Dan” Killam, Jr., 66, of Topeka, passed away, Friday, November 27, 2009 at McCrite Plaza.
He was born January 13, 1943 in Topeka the son of Howard Daniel and Eunice (Clifton) Killam. Dan served in the United States Army and the Air Force Reserve.
Dan was a Licensed Practical Nurse and Certified Surgical Technician. He was...
Caroline Valdivia
November 24, 2009
Caroline “Cari” Valdivia, age “63” was taken into our Lord’s awaiting arms on Tuesday, Nov. 24th, following a battle with cancer. Cari was born on Aug. 25, 1946, the daughter of Theresa and Jesus Gonzalez of San Fernando, CA. Cari was married to Daniel “Danny” Valdivia formerly of Topeka on July 12, 1969. They celebrated 40 years together and were...
