Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Connie Jean Haughey
Dec 27, 2025
Connie Jean Haughey, born April 2, 1945, in Topeka, to Gene and Mary Haughey, lived a life defined by dedication, compassion, and a deep love of learning and the arts.After receiving a teaching degree from Washburn University, Connie began her career at Alma High School, later transferring to Highland Park. A chance opportunity led her back to her beloved Alma...
Bobby R. Fehring
Dec 26, 2025
Bobby R. Fehring, age 94, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025.
He was born on November 9, 1931, in Joplin, Missouri, the son of Henry and Velma (West) Fehring. Bobby was deeply proud of his country and honorably served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. Following his discharge, he devoted himself to providing...
Leroy Orvel Bahr
Dec 26, 2025
Leroy Orvel Bahr, 90, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025, at his home.
He was born February 25, 1935, in Sainte Genevieve, Missouri, to Cletus R. Bahr and Rose F. (Linderer) Bahr. Leroy graduated from Sainte Genevieve High School in 1952.
Leroy worked for the United States Postal Service as a mail carrier. He served in the United States...
Monte Ray Montgomery
Dec 23, 2025
Monte Ray Montgomery, age 83, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, at his home in Topeka.
He was born on November 4, 1942, the son of Orville and Evelyn (Weakly) Montgomery. Monte was blessed with two children, Stephen Montgomery and Laura Bañuelos; as well as three grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his beloved wife, Maria...
William Herbert Bevan
Dec 23, 2025
William Herbert Bevan, 93, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, in Overbrook.
He was born September 27, 1932, in Herington, Kansas, to Olin Kenneth Bevan and Frieda (Jackson) Bevan. William graduated from Herrington High School and went on to serve in the United States Navy during the Korean war.
William worked as a mechanic and owned Bevans Texaco...
Paul L. Bowers
Dec 13, 2025
Paul L. Bowers, age 90, of Topeka, KS, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in Topeka.
He was born the son of George and Mary (Lape) Bowers on September 19, 1935, in Cape Girardeau, MO. On July 25, 1957, Paul married his beloved wife, Doloris Mendoza, and together, they celebrated 68 years of marriage.
Paul was...
Michael Leo Grace
Dec 12, 2025
Michael “Mike” Leo Grace, 67, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 12, 2025, at his home.
He was born May 27, 1958, in Topeka, the son of Virgil Leo Grace and Josephine Sylvia Longshore Grace. Mike graduated from Hayden High School in 1976, and attended Benedictine College in Atchison. In his younger years he attended Holy Name Catholic Church.
He...
Robert "Bob" N. Waggoner
Dec 11, 2025
Robert “Bob” N. Waggoner, age 78, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of Kenneth and Carrie (Blankenship) Waggoner on May 8, 1947, in Topeka, KS. On August 25, 1977, Bob married his loving wife, Margaret June Levings in Topeka, KS, and together, they shared 45 years of marriage...
Delbert Edwin Guthrie
Dec 11, 2025
Delbert Edwin Guthrie, 90, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Plaza West Care Center.
He was born August 7, 1935, in Logans Fort, Indiana, the son of Orley Guthrie and Edith Pearl (Meyers) Guthrie. Delbert attended schools in Topeka, Kansas and graduated from Topeka High School.
Delbert served in the Kansas Army National Guard from 1953-1962, as a...
Richard M. Logan
Dec 10, 2025
Richard M. Logan, age 76, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Louis and Norma (Burgess) Logan on November 24, 1949, in Jackson, MS. Following high school, Richard enlisted in the United States Air Force and served his country during the Vietnam War.
On December 6, 1969, Richard married...
Dolores Sharp
Dec 9, 2025
Dolores Sharp passed away peacefully on December 9, 2025, at Presbyterian Manor in Topeka, KS. Dolores was born August 21,1935 in Washington, D.C. to Ted Sharp and Alice Canter Sharp, the firstborn of 4 girls. The family soon moved to Maplewood, MO., a suburb of St. Louis. She attended schools in Maplewood until 10th grade when the family relocated to...
Stanley "Stan" J. Bechtold
Dec 6, 2025
Stanley J. Bechtold, 80, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family members on Saturday, December 6, 2025. He was born on February 6, 1945 in Horton, Kansas, the son of Joseph C. and Marion Gafford Bechtold. He is proceeded in death by his parents, brother Alan, father-in-law Gordon Lindeblad, niece Heather Bechtold, nephews Craig Wilkerson and Kyle Brinker, brothers-in-law...
Alice Martinez Slater
Dec 6, 2025
Alice Martinez Slater, age 64, of Topeka, KS, passed away with her family by her side on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at the Midland Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of Simon and Antonia (Padilla) on November 17, 1961, in Topeka, KS. Alice worked for 40 plus years as a dedicated employee with the Kansas Department of Revenue. Her career...
Shirley Lucille Chada
Dec 5, 2025
Shirley Lucille Chada, 80, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Lexington Park Health & Rehab, in Topeka, Kansas.
She was born on March 15, 1945, in Sutton, West Virginia, to Ezekiel M. Ware and Martha Estelle (McCourt) Ware. Shirley graduated from Braxton County High School in 1963.
After High School she entered the United States Army, where...
Gabriel Ramirez
Dec 5, 2025
Gabriel Ramirez, 78, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
He was born October 9, 1947, in Topeka, the son of Espiririon “Joe” Ramirez and Amelia “Molly” Tinoco. Gabriel graduated from Topeka High School in 1966.
After high school, Gabriel was drafted into the United States Marine Corps. and served two tours in Vietnam.
Gabriel...
Theresa Virginia Espinoza
Dec 4, 2025
Theresa Virginia Espinoza, 89, of Auburn, passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Homestead of Auburn.
She was born April 19, 1936, in Alamosa, Colorado, the daughter of Theodore and Maclovia Lucero.
Theresa graduated from Alamosa High School in 1956 and went on to earn a teaching certificate from Washburn University in early childhood development. She dedicated many years to teaching pre-school,...
Larry J. Brinker
Dec 1, 2025
Larry J. Brinker, 83, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, December 1, 2025, at Prairie Wind Senior Living in Berryton, Kansas.
He was born December 8, 1941, in Seneca, Kansas, to Elmer B. Brinker and Luella J. (Hammes) Brinker. Larry graduated from Saints Peter and Paul High School and attended Washburn University.
Larry served in the United States Navy from 1959 to...
Dolores "DeeDee" M. Kennedy
Nov 29, 2025
Dolores M. Kennedy, affectionately known as “DeeDee,” passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 29, 2025, in Topeka.
DeeDee was born the daughter of James “Jim” and Sally (Dohrman) Simecka on April 17, 1951, in Wamego, KS. She was raised in a big loving farm family outside of Delia, KS. On January 24, 1976, she married...
Howard L. Brun
Nov 28, 2025
Howard L. Brun, age 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 28, 2025, at Oakley Place in Topeka.
Howard was born the son of Frederick Howard and Ila Mae (Eaton) Brun on August 24, 1942, in Greenleaf, Kansas. On January 19, 1963, he married the love of his life, Marcia Hogan, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Kimeo, KS. Together, they...
Margaret S. Cortez
Nov 22, 2025
Marguerita “Margaret” Serrano Cortez, age 90, of Topeka and formerly of Tecumseh, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 22, 2025, surrounded by the love and presence of her family.
Born on January 10, 1935, to Carlos and Paula (Zendejas) Serrano, Margaret grew up in a home anchored in faith, culture, and strong family values. She graduated from Our Lady of Guadalupe...
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