Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Richard "Rusty" Dean Hilderman
Jun 21, 2023
Richard “Rusty” Dean Hilderman, 77, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2023, at Midland Hospice House.
He was born April 20, 1946, in San Francisco, California, the son of Harry H. Hilderman and Anna Marie (Kincaid) Hilderman. Rusty graduated from Highland Park High School in 1964.
Rusty served in the United States Army Reserves from 1965-1971.
He married Teresa...
Maria "Nati" Ramirez
Jun 7, 2023
Maria Natividad “Nati” Ramirez, 91, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023 at Plaza West Healthcare & Rehab Center.
She was born December 25, 1931, in Dolores Hidalgo, Mexico, to Domingo Ramirez and Maria “Flora” Martinez Ramirez.
Nati enjoyed gardening and flowers.
She worked as a house maiden and nanny for many years.
Nati is survived by a sister,...
Ruth Ann Parks
Jun 7, 2023
Ruth Ann Parks, 96, of Topeka, passed away on June 7, 2023, at the House of Midland Care.
She was born in Edina, Missouri on February 9, 1927, the daughter of Cletus and Mae (Moran) Kriegshauser.
She grew up a happy country girl and lived in a loving family farm household, replete with animals and chores, and lots of great...
Jessie Dean Hughes, Sr.
Jun 6, 2023
Jessie Dean Hughes Sr., 46, of Kansas City, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly at his home.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 27, 1977, the son of Kathy Hughes.
When Jessie was younger, he was adventurous and very outgoing. He participated on the drill team with his sister and loved to play sports and share time with family....
Larry H. Eisenbarth
Jun 5, 2023
Larry H. Eisenbarth, age 76, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023.
He was born the son of Raymond A. and Wilhelmina (Rusche) Eisenbarth on October 24, 1946, in Pawnee City, NE. Larry was a 1965 graduate from Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic High School in Seneca.
Larry served with pride, in the United States...
Andrea N. Sanders
Jun 2, 2023
Andrea N. Sanders, age 39, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 2, 2023, at her home in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Mark D. and Cheryl A. (Jenkins) Sanders on August 14, 1983, in Laramie, WY. After high school,
Andrea attended and graduated from Bryant Career College. She has spent the...
Buddie W. Spencer
May 31, 2023
Buddie W. Spencer, age 88, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of the late Lowell and Blanche (King) Spencer on November 23, 1934, in Nevada, MO.
Buddie was a talented musician throughout his life. From an early age, he had an ability to play different...
Darrell Paul Wallace
May 30, 2023
Darrell Paul Wallace, 82, of Berryton, Kansas passed away on Tuesday, May 30th, 2023 at The University of Kansas Hospital St. Francis Campus in Topeka.
Darrell was born on November 13, 1940 in Emporia, Kansas, and was the son of Roy Edward and Bessie Belle (Burton) Wallace. He graduated from Emporia High School in 1959. Darrell served in the US...
Pete F. Munoz
May 30, 2023
Pedro Felipe “Pete” Munoz, 69, of Topeka, passed away at his home on May 30, 2023.
Pete was born in Topeka, Kansas on February 20, 1954, the son of Buena Ventura and Josephine (Barranco) Munoz.
He worked for Southwestern Bell/AT&T for over 41 years as a Field Service Technician.
Pete enjoyed working on his cars and trucks, tinkering in...
Steven "Steve" A. Reese, Jr.
May 25, 2023
Steven "Steve" A. Reese, Jr., age 47, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, May 25, 2023.
He was born the son of Steven A. Reese, Sr., and Linda J. (Bryan) Jenssen on February 27, 1976, in Lawrence, KS.
Steve met, fell in love and married Debra Vasquez in Topeka, KS, on March 29, 2013. Together, they...
Romona Mae Arp
May 21, 2023
Romona M. Arp, 94, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, May 21, 2023, in the presence of her family after a brief illness.
She was born on Thanksgiving Day, November 29, 1928, at home near Emmett, Kansas, the seventh child of Michael L. Reilly and Victoria M. (Hrenchir) Reilly.
She graduated from Emmett Rural High School in 1947, moved to...
Joan Marie Temple
May 20, 2023
Joan Marie Temple, age 68, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at Midland Care Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of Roland “Steve” and Katherine “Pat” (Collins) Stephan on March 28, 1955, in Swinden, England.
Joan graduated from Rossville High School in 1973. She worked as a Caregiver in Home Health for many years. In...
Michael Andrew Armster
May 15, 2023
Michael Andrew Armster, 54, of Topeka, bounced into this world on December 7, 1968 in Lakenheath, England. From then on, his sisters loved to introduce him as "my baby brother".Eventually Michael's family returned to the United States and settled in Salina, KS. His warmth and wit instantly drew people to him, and his art of cherishing new experiences and engaging...
Magdelena R. "Maggie" Villegas
May 15, 2023
Magdalena R. “Maggie” Villegas, 85, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, May 15, 2023 at The University of Kansas Hospital St. Francis Campus.
She was born February 26, 1938, in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Guadalupe Villegas and Maria De La Cruz Reynosa.
Maggie attended and was very involved at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. She enjoyed when...
Msgr. Vincent E. Krische
May 13, 2023
The Mass will be livestreamed and can be found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgKz4b7CNow
Monsignor Vincent Krische, 84, of Lawrence, passed away on May 13, 2023.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on May 24, 1938, the son of Frank Anthony and Pauline Marie (Melchior) Krische. He was a graduate of Hayden High School in 1956 and graduated from St....
Sharon Elizabeth Waters
May 7, 2023
Sharon Elizabeth Waters, 79, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly at her home on May 7, 2023.
She was born October 14, 1943, in Topeka, the daughter of Carl R. Blevins and Elizabeth A. (Castleberry) Blevins. Sharon graduated from Topeka High School in 1961 and attended Washburn University.
Sharon has been a childcare provider for over 30 years.
She was a...
Joseph R. Hernandez
Apr 28, 2023
Joseph "Joe" R. Hernandez, age 68, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, April 28, 2023, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Raymond and Beatrice (Gonzalez) Hernandez on September 18, 1954.
Joe loved spending time outdoors, listening to music and sports that are broadcast on the radio. He was an avid fan of the KC...
Faustino Fernandez Sr.
Apr 24, 2023
Faustino Fernandez, Sr., 56, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away Monday, April 24, 2023 at his home.
He was born February 15, 1967 in Durango, Mexico, the son of Pablo Fernandez-Gurrola and Paula Retana-Retana.
Mr. Fernandez worked in the construction industry, primarily as a roofer.
He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren as well as riding and working with...
Barbara Ann Grogan
Apr 11, 2023
The Celebration of Life Service will be Livestreamed at: https://boxcast.tv/view/barbara-grogan-celebration-of-life-kpcihkztsp8jh9h9hsbf
Barbara Ann Wiggans Grogan passed away on April 11, 2023. Barbara was born on the family farm in rural Wilson County Kansas on February 5, 1936, to William and Berneta Wiggans. She was the eldest of 4 siblings…sisters: Lynita, Linda and brother: Bill.
Like most all farm children, Barbara...
Roger Albert Peralta
Apr 7, 2023
Roger Albert Peralta, 63 of Topeka, passed away at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas, on April 7, 2023.
He was born on August 28, 1959, in Topeka. He was preceded in death by his parents Mario Arturo Peralta, Sr. and Carmen B. (Del-Hierro) Peralta, as well as his son, Andrew Byler.
He graduated from High...
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