Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Anne Steinbock
Oct 24, 2025
Anne L. Steinbock, 90, of Topeka, Kansas passed away Friday, October 24, 2025, at Lexington Park Assisted Living, in Topeka.
She was born on September 15, 1935, in Delia, Kansas, to John T. Cowan and Grace (Kelly) Cowan. Anne grew up on a farm in Delia and graduated from Delia High School in 1953.
Anne married Joseph V. Steinbock at the Church...
Donald (Don) Eugene Kuckelman
Oct 23, 2025
Topeka – Donald (Don) Eugene Kuckelman, 94, of Topeka, passed away October 23, 2025, with Carolyn, his wife of 67 years, at his side.
Don was born August 8, 1931, in Effingham, Kansas to John and Margaret (Sauer) Kuckelman. He attended St. Ann’s School in Effingham from 1938-1945 and graduated Effingham High in 1949. Don credited his Effingham High education for...
Melvin Greth Jones Jr.
Oct 20, 2025
The Family of Melvin Greth Jones Jr. of Topeka is saddened to announce his passing on Monday, October 20th, 2025, at the age of 70 years.
He was born August 25, 1955, in Merriam, Kansas, to Melvin Greth Jones Sr. and Rosa Ransom.
Melvin attended Topeka High School and shortly after, joined the Army National Guard.
Melvin is survived by his mother, Rosa...
Betty F. Wells
Oct 14, 2025
Betty F. Wells, 79, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
She was born on February 22, 1946, in Iowa, the daughter of Eldon and Leona (Murran) Templeton. After high school, Betty attended college before discovering her true passion in cosmetology. She went on to own and operate the Ozawkie Beauty Salon, where her kindness, creativity, and...
Larry Paul Wecker
Oct 12, 2025
Larry Paul Wecker, 86, passed away unexpectedly on October 12, 2025.
He was born September 10, 1939, in Kansas City, Missouri, to Stephen Wecker and Anna (Neussen) Wecker.
Larry grew up in Olpe, Kansas, and graduated from Olpe High School in 1957. He attended college at Emporia State University.
He married Elaine Kaye Wilson on June 19, 1965, in Emporia, Kansas. She passed...
Michael E. Weissbeck
Oct 3, 2025
Michael Edward Weissbeck, age 69, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City, KS after a short illness.
Michael was born on August 28, 1956, in Wamego, KS, the fourth of five sons to Robert J. Sr. and Joan (Glynn) Weissbeck.
He attended and graduated from Holy Name Grade School and Hayden High...
William "Willie" K. Dinger
Oct 3, 2025
William “Willie” K. Dinger, age 78, of Scranton, KS, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, October 3, 2025.
Willie was born the son of William J. and Loretta L. (Higginbotham) Dinger on March 6, 1947, in Princeton, West Virginia. He served his country and pride in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. Serving...
Margaret "Marge" M. Calvin
Sep 29, 2025
Margaret Marie Calvin “Marge”, of Topeka, passed away peacefully at 89 years old on September 29, 2025, in Meriden, Kansas.
Marge was born April 17, 1936, to John H. and Catherine (Domme) Roberts. She was the fourth of nine children and attended Sacred Heart Catholic Grade School and Hayden High School.
In 1955, she married John Calvin, and they had two children....
Mónica Rivera-MartÃnez
Sep 28, 2025
Mónica Rivera-Martínez, 56, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on Sunday, September 28, 2025. She was born on October 29, 1968, in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, to Pablo Rivera and Belinda Martinez.
Known for her loving spirit and delicious cooking, Mónica had a gift for bringing her family together. She found joy in traveling and spending quality time with her daughters and granddaughters....
Dorine Louise Michael
Sep 28, 2025
Dorine “Louise” Michael, 90, of Topeka, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
She was born November 23, 1934, in Olivet, Kansas, to Robert Lee Waugh and Alta (Ballocca) Waugh. She graduated from Olivet High School in 1952.
Louise married Paul Lee Michael, April 16, 1955, in Waverly, Kansas. He passed in 2009.
She was a member of St....
Caroline Marie Wittman
Sep 26, 2025
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and great-great grandmother Caroline Marie Wittman, died in her home on September 26, 2025, after a long, beautiful life. She was 99.
She was born July 30, 1926, in St. Peter, Kansas, to Michael Vincent Billinger and Barbara (Richmeier) Billinger.
Caroline married Victor Frank Wittman on August 16, 1944. They celebrated 61 years together before his...
Janice "Jan" R. Kulick
Sep 23, 2025
Janice “Jan” R. Kulick, beloved wife, mom, grandma, and sister, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at Oakley Place of Topeka.
She was born the daughter of the late Robert W. and Lois J. (Sharp) Winter on April 11, 1959, in Topeka, KS. Jan was a proud graduate of Washburn Rural High School. On May...
William Gregory "Greg" Wintle
Sep 21, 2025
William Gregory “Greg” Wintle, age 64, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Greg was born the son of William W. and Mary Jane “Janie” (Rezen) Wintle on November 14, 1960, in Iola, KS. He was a proud graduate of Erie High School and went on to attend the University of Kansas, Pittsburg State...
Rebecca "Becca" V. Mendez
Sep 20, 2025
Rebecca “Becca” V. Mendez, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the age of 85.
She was born the daughter of Ishmael and Simona (Silva) Valdivia on February 9, 1940, in Topeka, Kansas. A proud 1958 graduate of Hayden High School, Becca married the love of her life, Jose “Joker” Mendez, on August...
Domingo E. Castardo
Sep 12, 2025
Domingo “Sunday” E. Castardo, age 83, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 12, 2025. While his departure leaves a deep void in our hearts, we take comfort in knowing he is now joyfully reunited with his beloved wife, Angela “Cookie” Castardo, whom he cherished dearly throughout their 52 years of marriage.
Born in Topeka on November 7, 1941,...
Betty L. Ensley
Sep 10, 2025
Betty L. Ensley, age 84, was welcomed into eternal rest on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by the love of her family in Topeka.
Born on January 8, 1941, in Greenleaf, Kansas, Betty was born the daughter of Harry Coiner and Alice Fisher. After graduating from high school, she pursued her education at Clark Business...
Ara Jean Carbonneau
Sep 10, 2025
Ara Jean Carbonneau, 70, of Grantville, Kansas, passed away at her home on Wednesday, September 10, 2025.
She was born on May 7, 1955, in San Diego, California, to Sidney and Vivian Mae (Echols) Thomas. Ara attended Maricopa High School and was a lifelong member of 4-H. She was also a proud member of the Choctaw Nation.
On December 30, 1982, she...
Margaret Ann Reed
Sep 7, 2025
Margaret Ann “Marge” Reed, 94, passed away on September 7, 2025, in Topeka, Kansas.
She was born on August 21, 1931, in Amboy, Illinois, the youngest of four daughters to Leon and Mary Clark Lauer.
Marge grew up in Amboy and graduated from Amboy High School in 1949.
She married John Warren Reed on October 17, 1951. Shortly after they were married, the...
Ronnie "Ron" R. Vawter
Aug 28, 2025
Ronnie “Ron” R. Vawter, age 74, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at St. Francis Hospital with his loved ones by his side.
He was born the son of William L. Vawter, Sr., and Agonia M. Koci on May 15, 1951, in Topeka, KS. Ron was raised by his mother and father, Ralph (Bud) Boydston, Sr. He...
Anthony B. Clark
Aug 25, 2025
Anthony B. “Tony” Clark, 78, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, August 25, 2025, at The University of Kansas Hospital St. Francis Campus in Topeka.
He was born November 5, 1946, in Topeka, to Homer Roscoe Clark and Elizabeth Eileen (Lewis) Clark. Tony attended Most Pure Heart of Mary Catholic School and graduated from Hayden Catholic High School in 1966.
In his...
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