Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Linda Sue Droegemeier
Jan 9, 2023
Linda Sue Droegemeier, 59, of Lyndon, passed away on January 9, 2023, at her home.
She was born August 21, 1963, in Emporia, Kansas, the daughter of Jimmy Leroy Droegemeier and Sue (Carlson) Droegemeier.
After attending high school in Olathe, she graduated from UMKC with a bachelor’s degree.
Linda was an electrical engineer at Puritan Bennett, and worked for a...
Dolores Xilonzochilt-Vega
Jan 8, 2023
Dolores Xilonzochilt-Vega, age 35, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, January 8, 2023, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
She was the daughter of Adan Xilonzochilt and Maria Cruz-Vega and was born on April 10, 1987, in San Juan Cosala, Jalisco, Mexico.
Dolores married Urbano Perez and together they shared 12 years of marriage. She could light up a room with...
Frederick J. Schmidt, Jr.
Jan 6, 2023
Frederick (Fred) J. Schmidt Jr., 64, of Topeka, passed away at home on January 6th, 2023 after a lengthy illness.Fred was born on February 17th, 1958 to Frederick J. Schmidt Sr. and Mary Ann (Burghart) in Topeka. After he graduated from Topeka West in 1976, he went on to work at both Topeka Lumber and Rew Materials before settling...
Barbara L. Norman
Dec 26, 2022
Barbara L. Norman, age 80, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2022, at Midland Hospice House.
She was born February 15, 1942, in Kansas City KS., to John R. and Bernice (Trotter) Hutton. Barbara graduated from Rosedale High School in 1960. She then attended and received her teaching certificate from Emporia State Teachers College in 1963...
Eric Alan Johnson
Dec 21, 2022
Eric Alan Johnson, 70, passed away December 21st, 2022, in Topeka, KS, after a long illness.
Eric lived at Brighton Place West since 1986.
He is survived by his sisters; Julie Greene (Jim), Jill Clark, and Robin Johnson and his brother Wynn Johnson (De Ann).
He was preceded in death by his father, Julius E. Johnson...
Edward James Chavez
Dec 18, 2022
Edward J. Chavez, 59 of Topeka, passed into the arms of Jesus on December 18, 2022, surrounded by his family at Stormont Vail Health.
He was born March 22,1963, in Topeka, to John V. Chavez and Anna M. (Lopez) Chavez.
Edward grew up in Topeka and graduated from Hayden High School in 1981.
He was an avid reader, enjoyed...
Milton L. Gilliland
Dec 11, 2022
Milton L. Gilliland, age 68, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 11, 2022, at University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus.
He was born the son of Frank Donald and Ina Lucille (Parker) Gilliland on August 3, 1954. Milton grew up on a farm near Overbrook, KS. He received his Bachelor of Science from the University...
Vicente S. Escobar
Dec 10, 2022
Vicente S. “Bernie” Escobar, 94, of Topeka, passed away on December 10, 2022, at the House at Midland Care surrounded by his family.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 24, 1928, the son of Ysaias Demetrio and Maria M. (Barron) Escobar.
He was retired from Santa Fe Railway Company where he was a carman/welder.
Bernie played Fast...
Phillip John Herrera
Dec 10, 2022
Phillip John Herrera, 31, of Topeka, passed away on December 10, 2022, at his home.
He was born July 28, 1991, in Topeka, the son of Phillip Manuel Herrera and Andrea Marie (Mendez) Herrera. Phillip grew up in Topeka and graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 2009.
Phillip enjoyed music, playing with his nephews, and watching movies.
...
Ernestein "Tein" "Tina" Heide
Dec 9, 2022
The Story of Ernestein Louise Heide
The magic of Christmas. Her favorite time of year with its spirituality, beauty, family togetherness, music and song, the things she loved most. But she would not be part of the celebration this year. Instead, her family and friends would celebrate the 98 year long life of this wonderful woman which came to...
Donna Jean North
Dec 8, 2022
On December 8, 2022, Donna Jean North left this earth for heaven. Donna lived all her life in Topeka. She was born on April 12, 1957, minutes before her twin brother Don Bloomquist to Wilma (Dustin) and Robert L. Bloomquist. She was a product of Shawnee County schools, graduating from Shawnee Heights High School in 1975. She was married to...
Bettie Helen (Smith) Garhart
Dec 8, 2022
Bettie Helen (Smith) Garhart, 84, beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on Thursday, December 8th at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, surrounded by her family. She was born on February 16, 1938, in Topeka, KS, to Gerald and Bettie (Coyle) Smith. She graduated from Hayden High School in 1956 and subsequently attended Benedictine College in...
Patricia Josephine Coker
Dec 5, 2022
Patricia Josephine (Mercier) Coker, 83, of Topeka, passed away on December 5, 2022, at the Presbyterian Manor of Topeka.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 18, 1939, the daughter of Lawrence Patrick and Juanita (Donigan) Mercier.
Pat was a day care provider in her home for over 45 years.
She was an active member of St. Matthew...
Michael Frederick Tolan Jr.
Dec 4, 2022
Michael “Mikey” Frederick Tolan Jr., 16, of Topeka, passed away from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
He was born in Lancaster, Pennsylvania on January 25, 2006, the son of Michael Frederick Tolan Sr. and Ofelia Tolan. Michael attended Topeka High School.
He worked for Walmart as an associate.
Mikey loved his puppy, Kandy. He also enjoyed Dynamite Doritos,...
Nina Delores Hernandez
Dec 1, 2022
Nina Delores Hernandez, 73, of Topeka, passed away on December 1, 2022, at Plaza West Care Center in Topeka.
She was born September 15, 1949, in Topeka to Paul O. and Christina Gutierrez.
Ms. Hernandez received her education in Topeka, graduating from Highland Park High School in 1968.
Ms. Hernandez worked as a nurse’s aide in the healthcare industry.
She...
Susan "Sue" J. Krische
Nov 30, 2022
Susan “Sue” J. Krische, age 79, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at the Midland Hospice House due to complications from spinocerebellar ataxia.
Sue was born the daughter of Philip J. and Catherine A. (Kennedy) Cunningham on October 23, 1943, in Topeka, KS. She graduated from Hayden High School in 1961.
On November 25, 1965, Thanksgiving...
Cathryne "Cathy" A. Schreiber
Nov 28, 2022
Cathryne "Cathy" A. Schreiber, age 71, of rural Overbrook, KS, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, November 28, 2022.
Cathy was born the daughter of Gerald Wayne and Helen Mae (Zeller) Shoemaker on March 6, 1951, in Rogers, Arkansas. She married Jerry M. Schreiber on July 26, 1969, at Assumption Catholic Church. Together, they celebrated over...
Patricia "Patsy" M. Corona
Nov 28, 2022
Patricia “Patsy” M. Corona, age 77, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, November 28, 2022, at the Topeka Center for Rehab and Healthcare.
She was born the daughter of Atanacio M. and Josefina (Gonzalez) Corona on June 22, 1945, in Topeka, KS. Patsy attended OLG Grade School and was a 1963 graduate from Hayden High School. She then furthered...
Anthony "Tony" Allen Grabauskas
Nov 27, 2022
Anthony “Tony” Allen Grabauskas, 66, of Topeka, passed away on November 27, 2022, at Stormont Vail Health.
He was born September 15, 1956, in Topeka, the son of Joseph P. Grabauskas and Ann L. (Rodriguez) Grabauskas.
Anthony attended Clay School, Boswell Middle School, and Topeka High School.
He loved dogs, riding his bicycle, dancing, and taking walks. He enjoyed listening...
Mary Ann Minihan
Nov 27, 2022
Mary Ann Minihan, 75, of Topeka, passed away on November 27, 2022, at the House at Midland Care.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on December 6, 1946, the daughter of Peter C. and Margaret (Hafner) Mauer. She was a 1964 graduate of Hayden High School.
Mary Ann was retired as a Clerk for the State of Kansas after 19...
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