Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Michael Nejat Armay
Nov 24, 2021
Michael Nejat Armay, 71, of Topeka, passed away at his home on November 24, 2021 surrounded by his family.
He was born in Anakara, Turkey on January 15, 1950 the son of Kemal Mehmet and Bedia Armay.
Michael was a Business Manager for Mack Trucks from 1977 to 1985, and worked in the same capacity for Payless Shoe Source from...
Daniel Charles Kraus
Nov 23, 2021
Daniel Charles Kraus, 58, of Paxico, KS died Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at his home.
He was born July 16, 1963, in Topeka the son of Lawrence and Roberta (Michaelis) Kraus.
Daniel graduated from Kansas State University earning a bachelor’s degree in Technology Management. He was a Journeyman Wireman for IBEW Local #226 Topeka from 1984 to 1992. He then...
Mary Ann Tralle
Nov 19, 2021
Mary Ann Tralle, 73, of Topeka, KS, died Friday, November 19, 2021, at Plaza West Health Care.
She was born November 25, 1947, in Berlin, Germany the daughter of Gilbert and Ingrid (Werdermann) Roduner.
Mary worked as an accountant for over 30 years in the Department of Administration for the State of Kansas. She was a voting pole volunteer and...
Gerald Emmett Smith, Sr.
Nov 19, 2021
Gerald Emmett Smith, Sr., 82, of Auburn, KS, died Friday, November 19, 2021, at his home. He was born June 15, 1939, in Topeka, KS the son of Earl and Bessie (White) Smith. Twelve days after his 17th birthday he joined the U.S. Air Force where he served during the Korean War. Gerald enjoyed woodworking and selling the many crafts...
Jan Elizabeth Forst
Nov 16, 2021
Jan Elizabeth Forst, 56, of Topeka, KS died November 16, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
She was born September 20, 1965, in Topeka the daughter of George and Lou Ann (Latta) Forst.
Jan was a 1984 graduate of Highland Park High School and retired from Topeka Parks and Recreation.
She is survived by her father, George Forst, Jr., four siblings, Ken...
Avis "Darlene" Searan
Nov 16, 2021
Avis “Darlene” Searan, age 75, formerly of California, passed away at Restwell Home Plus in Oskaloosa, KS, on Tuesday, November 16, 2021.
She was born the daughter of Leo Abraham and Avis Amelia (Gabbert) Searan in Claremore, OK, on June 25, 1946.
Darlene loved watching baseball, especially, the Cincinnati Reds, gardening, and watching movies. She had a special love for...
Carol Marie Wilson
Nov 16, 2021
Carol Marie Wilson, age 88, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at Presbyterian Manor in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Russell Orr McKinley and Ruth Lucille Wright (Gray) McKinley on December 24, 1932, in Red Oak, IA.
On November 21, 1948, Carol married Grover C. Wilson in Liberty, Missouri. Together, they shared...
Mary Helen Tetuan
Nov 14, 2021
Mary Helen Tetuan, 77, entered eternal life on November 14, 2021, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born on December 20, 1943, in Topeka, Kansas the daughter of Jose and Maura (Mancillas) Tavares.
She was a 1963 graduate of Topeka High School and received her CNA while at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
She retired in 2014 from Customer...
William "Bill" Kaberline, Sr.
Nov 14, 2021
William “Bill” Kaberline, Sr., age 92, of Topeka, KS, passed away at his home on Sunday, November 14, 2021, in Topeka.
He was born the son of John and Catherine (Burghart) Kaberline on January 2, 1929, in Topeka, KS.
Bill served with pride in the United States Army. In 1948, Bill joined the Knights of Columbus Council #2608, and was...
Richard H. Gudenkauf
Nov 10, 2021
Richard H. Gudenkauf, 85, of Topeka, passed away on November 10, 2021, at the House at Midland Care.
He was born in Seneca, Kansas on December 19, 1935, the son of Henry Clement and Mary Elizabeth (Mandeville) Gudenkauf.
He was a 1954 graduate of Hayden High School and attended college at Butler County and at Washburn University.
Mr. Gudenkauf served...
Gloria J. Long
Nov 10, 2021
Gloria J. Long, age 61, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Gloria was born the daughter of Everette L. and Willie R. (Renfrow) Guyer on July 10, 1960, in Soda Springs, ID.
She graduated with a Bachelor of Business from Baker University. She was a longtime Physical Therapist Assistant, Office Manager, and...
Douglas Brian Nadeau
Nov 6, 2021
Douglas Brian “Doug” Nadeau, PhD, 63, of Topeka, passed away on November 6, 2021, surrounded by his family.
Doug was born in Holyoke, MA on November 16, 1957, the son of Alton and Virginia (DiNapoli) Nadeau. He grew up alongside and is survived by his two sisters, Nancy Koske (husband Chuck) of Holland, MA, and Sue Matheny (husband Doug) of Ellington, CT. Both sisters would likely tell you that Doug was the favorite child. On May 13, 1977, he married...
Thomas Price
Nov 3, 2021
Thomas Jay Price, 60, of Berryton, Kansas, was called home to be with Jesus on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Stormont-Vail Hospital.
Tom was born in Topeka, Kansas on March 22, 1961, the son of John Thomas Wesley Price and Shirley June Loewen Price.
Tom worked in the cable industry, was a Correction’s Officer for the Shawnee County...
Gerald Dean Reed, Sr.
Nov 1, 2021
Gerald Dean “Jerry” Reed, Sr, 77, of Topeka, KS died Monday, November 1, 2021, at the Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital in Gardner, KS. He was born December 27, 1943, in Topeka the son of John and Eula Mae (Watson) Reed. Jerry retired after 20 years from the US Navy. After his retirement he began working as a cook for the Kansas...
Andrea "Cathy" Flores-Stamps
Oct 31, 2021
Andrea “Cathy” Flores-Stamps, age 53, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, October 31, 2021, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Cathy was born the daughter of Guadalupe and Lillian “Irene” (Zarazua) Flores on January 3, 1968, in Chicago, IL.
She enjoyed listening to music, singing, writing, and watching all crime shows. Her family meant everything to her, and she loved to...
Lynn V. Haverkamp
Oct 30, 2021
Lynn Haverkamp, 76, of Silver Lake KS, passed away on Saturday October 30th, 2021 at the Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital while recovering from a recent spinal surgery. Lynn was born on January 27th, 1945 in Kelly, KS to Matilda "Tillie" (Holthaus) Haverkamp and Lawrence Haverkamp. He grew up on a farm outside of Kelly along with two brothers and three sisters....
Debbie S. Gomez
Oct 29, 2021
Debbie S. Gomez, age 61, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 29, 2021, at the Midland Hospice House in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Marvin R. and Lois M. (Allison) Miller on March 29, 1960, in Kansas City, MO.
Debbie worked at a Certified Nursing Assistant for many years. She loved cats and rooting for the...
José Antonio Blanco
Oct 26, 2021
José Antonio Blanco, 67, of Topeka, KS died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, October 26, 2021.
He was born January 14, 1954, in Topeka, KS the son of Jesse and Felipa (Alonzo) Blanco.
José was baptized and a member of the Northland Christian Church. He retired from the State of Kansas after 14 years. Jose worked various other jobs...
Martin "Bud" Esser
Oct 23, 2021
Martin “Bud” Esser, 73, of Topeka, KS died Saturday, October 23, 2021 at the University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus.
Bud was born March 19, 1948 in Topeka, KS the son of Martin and Lillian Esser.
He graduated from Hayden High School and served in the U.S. Air Force. Bud owned and operated Esser’s Dental Lab recently retiring...
William E. "Will" Willmon
Oct 23, 2021
William E. “Will” Willmon, 46, of Topeka, passed away on October 23, 2021, at the Columbia Medical Center in Columbia, Missouri. He was born in Kansas City, Kansas on August 27, 1975, the son of Paul E. and Virginia Lee (Leonard) Willmon. Will served admirably with unshakeable dedication as an Aviation Mechanic First Class retiring from the U.S. Navy after...
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