Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
John Timothy McCoy
Nov 21, 2025
John Timothy McCoy, 64, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on November 21, 2025.
A memorial visitation with the family will be 6:00pm to 8:00pm, Monday, December 1, 2025, at Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave. Topeka, KS 66603.
Flavio "Frank" G. Herrera
Nov 16, 2025
Flavio “Frank” G. Herrera, age 93, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully in the early morning of Sunday, November 16, 2025, at Celebration Villa of Hearthstone East.
Flavio was born in the rural community of Capitan, New Mexico on July 4, 1932, the son of Jose and Aurora (Gonzalez) Herrera. In 1952, Flavio enlisted in the United States Army and served...
Robert Burke
Nov 15, 2025
Robert “Bob” H. Burke, 82, of Topeka, passed away on Saturday, November 15, 2025, at his home. He was born on October 12, 1943, in Hutchinson, Kansas and was preceded in death by his father Loren Joseph (Joe) Burke and his mother Mary Neoma Hutton Burke. Bob was a member of St Matthew Catholic Church and was a member of...
Warren L. Schriner
Nov 12, 2025
Warren Leslie Schriner, 91, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on November 12, 2025, in Topeka.
He was born on March 19, 1934, in Severance, Kansas, and was raised on the family farm outside Denton. Warren attended a small rural grade school and graduated from Denton High School.
He married the love of his life, Freida Kiefer, on January 29, 1955 (Kansas Day)....
Adelina Renee Dominguez
Nov 11, 2025
Little Miss Adelina Renee Dominguez entered this world on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital. Born prematurely, she fought with all her might and brought so much joy to her family and the NICU staff. It’s with sadness to announce her passing on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.
She was born the daughter of Eric Scott Dominguez and Lillian Sue...
Steven Dominguez
Nov 11, 2025
Steven Dominguez, age 90, died November 11, 2025, after a short illness at the Midland Hospice House. He was born July 14, 1935, in Topeka, Ks. His parents were Pedro Dominguez Sr. and Consuelo (Adame) Dominguez.
Steven is survived by his sisters Eleanor Dominguez, Trinidad (Dominguez) Arzate and a loving extended family of nephews, nieces, great nephews and nieces, and cousins.
Steven...
Charles R. Wilson
Nov 10, 2025
Charles R. Wilson, 77, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, November 10, 2025, at his home.
He was born October 1, 1948, in Topeka, to Francis O. Wilson and Barbara Louise (Akers) Wilson. Charles graduated from Washburn Rural High School in 1966 and went on to study welding at Topeka VoTech.
Charles worked as a farmer and raised turkeys at the Wilson...
Charlene Marie Appelhanz
Nov 7, 2025
Charlene “Charlie” Marie Appelhanz, 79, of Topeka, KS passed away Friday, November 7th 2025 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She passed peacefully at her home surrounded by loved ones.
She was born October 13, 1946 in Hays, KS, the daughter of Richard Sawazhki and Cora Younger. Charlene attended St. Marys Catholic Grade School, and later moved to Topeka...
Mary Ann Richardson
Oct 31, 2025
Mary Ann Richardson, 87, of Topeka, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025, at her home.
She was born June 12, 1938, in Topeka, to Peter G. Andes and Amelia C. (Turk) Andes. Mary Ann graduated from Hayden High School in 1956.
Mary Ann worked as a payroll administrator for the Topeka State Hospital. She was a member of Mater Dei Holy...
Charles "Charlie" W. Rabe
Oct 31, 2025
Charles “Charlie” W. Rabe, age 83, of rural Oskaloosa, Kansas, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025.
He was born on May 31, 1942, in Topeka, the son of Jacob G. and Elizabeth O. (Schaefer) Rabe. Charlie grew up in the Little Russia neighborhood, where adventure was never far away. From an early age, his quick wit, good humor, and storytelling...
Ramon Rojas Montes
Oct 30, 2025
Ramon Rojas Montes, 88, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on July 29, 1937, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Valeriano and Carmen (Rojas) Montes. Ramon married Shirley June Henderson Chavez in 1960 in Topeka, and together they raised two beautiful daughters before later parting ways.
Ramon was immensely proud...
Dominic "Wishkeno" Lee Dominguez
Oct 28, 2025
Dominic “Wishkeno” Lee Dominguez, 45, of Mayetta, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.
He was born on March 11, 1980, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Santos L. and Mary E. (Sheppard) Dominguez.
Dominic had a deep love for music of all kinds and enjoyed spending time outdoors. He especially loved gathering with family and friends for barbeques, where...
Federico Diaz-Soto
Oct 28, 2025
Federico Díaz-Soto, de 66 años, de Topeka, Kansas, falleció pacíficamente el 28 de octubre de 2025. Nació el 22 de octubre de 1959 en Durango, México, hijo de Fernando Díaz y Margarita Soto Rodríguez.To share a memory or to leave condolences, please visit, www.brennanmathenafh.com.
Arrangements entrusted to Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603.
Federico Díaz-Soto, de 66 años,...
Kwang Cha Munoz
Oct 25, 2025
Kwang Cha Munoz, 80, of Springfield, Missouri, passed away on October 25, 2025, at her home.
She was born on March 13, 1945 in Pocheon Kyung Ki-do Republic of Korea.
In 1951 she and her family moved to Daechen due to the Korean War and in 1954 they moved again, this time to Seoul.
In 1973 Kwang Cha moved to the United States...
Joe "Sonny" Kisner
Oct 25, 2025
Joe “Sonny” Kisner, age 91, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Kelly House of Topeka.
He was born the son of Joseph G. Kisner, Sr., and Rose A. (Reeb) Kisner on October 19, 1934, in Topeka. On February 12, 1955, Sonny married his beloved wife, RoseMary Seibert at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Together, they...
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...
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