Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Pauline Gutierrez
Dec 9, 2021
Pauline Gutierrez lived a life fully expressed. How many people really
do? Anyone who knew her well knew her loyalties and passions –
family, faith, liberal politics and Tom Selleck every Friday night.
After surviving many health battles, including a debilitating stroke,
Pauline died of pneumonia on Dec. 9, 2021, with three of her four
remaining children, two of her...
Courtney Ann Sumpter
Dec 8, 2021
Courtney Ann Sumpter, 31, of Topeka, KS passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021.
She was born December 3, 1990, in Topeka the daughter of Jeff and Barb (Jennings) Sumpter.
Courtney was a 2009 graduate of Shawnee Heights High School. After high school she attended Washburn University and eventually graduated cosmetology school in 2018.
Courtney is survived by her parents, Jeff...
Jana Sue Larson
Dec 4, 2021
Jana Sue Larson, 65, of Topeka, passed away on December 4, 2021, at the University of Kansas Medical Center.
She was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on July 22, 1956, the daughter of Laverne and Dolores Ann (Voelker) Dinkel.
Jana was a graduate of Hayden High School with the class of 1974. She was a homemaker and taught Safety Training for...
Raymond Frank Perez
Dec 1, 2021
Raymond Frank Perez, 86, of Topeka, KS, passed away Wednesday Dec. 1, 2021, in the comfort of his own home with his family by his side.
He was born April 16, 1935, in Chicago, IL, the son of Francito and Maria De Jesus Armendarez Perez.
Raymond married Ramona Martinez on April 4, 1964, at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church....
George D. Blandin, Jr.
Nov 26, 2021
George D. Blandin Jr., 82, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2021. He had been blessed with good heath until he was diagnosed with stage 4 Cancer and was asymptomatic.
George was born in Tuba City, Arizona on September 24, 1939, the son of George and Ruth Blandin Sr. He graduated with the Class of 1958 from Hayden...
Joseph "Phat Joe" Edward McGonnell, Jr.
Nov 26, 2021
Joseph "Phat Joe" Edward McGonnell, Jr., age 44, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Friday, November 26, 2021.
Joe was born the son of Joseph Edward McGonnell, Sr., and Darlene “Dolly” Agnes Habig on April 14, 1977.
On September 7, 2002, Joe married Brianna Newman at Ward Meade Park in Topeka, KS.
You could find Joe...
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...
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