Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Steven K. Taylor
Jun 24, 2021
Steven K. Taylor, 61, of Topeka, passes away on June 24, 2021 at the Healthcare Resort of Topeka.
He was born in El Paso, Texas on December 17, 1959 the son of Don and Loretta (Miller) Taylor.
Steven had worked for Sutton’s Food City, Burger King and Frito Lay.
He was a member of the Metropolitan Community Church and the...
Norman L. Benoit
Jun 22, 2021
Norman L. Benoit, age 70, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at the Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of Leon and Dorothy Benoit on November 15, 1950, in Lynwood, CA.
Norman served his country with pride in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. On March 20, 1971, he married Cheri Zerbe...
Leonard "Henry" Allen
Jun 22, 2021
Leonard “Henry” Allen, age 67, of Topeka and formerly of Wichita, KS, passed away at his home in Topeka, on Tuesday, June 22, 2021.
Henry was born the son of George W. and Elsie M. (Laverty) Allen on October 19, 1953 in Clinton, OK.
He had served and retired from the United States Army. After his military service, Henry was...
Thomas "Tom" R. Florez
Jun 21, 2021
Thomas “Tom” R. Florez, age 57, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, June 21, 2021, at the University of Kansas Health System-St. Francis Campus.
Tom was born the son of Francisco “Jimmy” Sr., and Emilia O. (Ortiz) Florez on September 1, 1963.
He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Tom took great pride in taking...
George "Clift" Horsley, Jr.
Jun 20, 2021
George “Clift” Horsley, Jr., age 66, of Scranton, KS and formerly of Alabama, passed away on Sunday, June 20, 2021 at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Clift was born the son of George, Sr., and Margaret W. (Cavin) Horsley on June 24, 1954 in Decatur, Alabama.
He married Polly Jones on August 9, 2019 in Alabama.
Clift was a longtime Facilities Manager...
Michelle Ann Rangel
Jun 20, 2021
Michelle A. Rangel, 59, of Topeka, died Sunday, June 20, 2021.
She was born September 13, 1961 in Topeka the daughter of Robert, Sr and Marcella (Chacon) Rangel.
Michelle previously worked as a computer programmer for the Kansas Lottery.
She is survived by two brothers, Robert “Rob” Rangel, Jr. and Richard “Rick” Rangel. Three nephews, six great-nieces and one great-nephew...
Miguel "Mike" Trujillo
Jun 19, 2021
Surrounded by his loving family, Miguel “Mike” Trujillo, 86, of Topeka, KS passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2021.
He was born May 8, 1935 in Winifred, KS the son of Gregorio and Feliza (Acosta) Trujillo. He was a 1953 graduate of Frankfurt High School. “Big Mike” as he was known, worked as a Carman at Santa Fe...
Kathleen Ann Ward
Jun 18, 2021
Kathleen Ann Ward, 66, of Tecumseh, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loved ones on June 18, 2021.
She was born in Topeka, Kansas on April 21, 1955 the daughter of John and Patricia (McKinney) Shortall Jr.
Kathy was a 1973 graduate of Hayden High School and attended Washburn University.
She helped run the family business, Data-Tel...
Russell T. Winsor
Jun 18, 2021
Lifelong farmer and agricultural innovator Russell Thomas Winsor, age 74, of Grantville, KS passed away peacefully in his home on June 18, 2021. Funeral services will be Saturday, June 26, 2021, at United Methodist Church in Grantville, KS at 10 a.m. Visitation will be Friday, June 25, 2021, at the church from 6-8 p.m. Final resting will be at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Newman.
Russell was born September 24, 1946, in Topeka, KS to James R....
Michael J. Brady
Jun 15, 2021
Michael J. Brady, 72, passed away on June 15, 2021 at the Kaw River Care and Rehabilitation Center in Edwardsville, Kansas.
He was born in Topeka, Kansas on September 23, 1948 the son of Walter and Loretta (Melchior) Brady.
Michael received his Bachelor’s of Science degree from Washburn University and did graduate work at the University of Kansas. He worked...
Patsy "Pat" Jean Sterbenz
Jun 10, 2021
Patsy “Pat” Jean Sterbenz, age 85, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, June 10, 2021 at McCrite Plaza Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Albert H. and Ida M. (Miller) Bass on July 27, 1935 in Wichita, KS.
Pat married Donald L. Sterbenz on September 6, 1952 at Holy Name Church in Topeka. Together, they shared 68 years...
Lillian "Irene" Zarazua Flores
Jun 9, 2021
Lillian “Irene” Zarazua Flores of Topeka, KS, 78, went to eternal rest on Wednesday, June 9, 2021 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Irene was born in a boxcar in Pauline, KS on March 31, 1943 the daughter of Jose and Esther Zarazua. She had the privilege of growing up in Pauline until her family moved to Topeka where...
TSgt Wesley W. Kubie
Jun 8, 2021
TSgt Wesley “Wes” W. Kubie, 30 of Salina, formerly of Topeka died Tuesday, June 8, 2021 in McPherson, KS due to injuries sustained from a vehicle accident during military training at the Smoky Hill Air National Guard Range.
He was born December 8, 1990 in Merriam, KS the son of Bruce and Diana (Roberts) Kubie.
TSgt Wesley Kubie was an...
Rosita Balderrama
Jun 5, 2021
Rosita Balderrama, 62, of Grantville, KS died June 5, 2021 at her home.
She was born November 22, 1958 in Floydada, TX the daughter of Luis, Sr. and Frances (Cruz) Perez.
Rosita had a love for taking care of people, she worked as a Certified Medical Aide at the Presbyterian Manor for over 14 years. She enjoyed many hobbies. Among...
Allan G. Smith
Jun 2, 2021
Allan G Smith, 64, of Burlingame, KS died June 2, 2021 at his home.
He was born December 1, 1956 in Topeka the son of Henry Igleheart and Carol Smith.
Allan served in the U.S. Air Force and was honorably discharged. He graduated from Washburn University earning degrees in Criminology and Psychology. Allan retired from Federal Home and Loan Bank...
Leandra "Chip" Davis
May 31, 2021
Leandra “Chip” (Aguilera) Davis, passed away peacefully at home in Topeka, KS, where she had lived her entire life. She was born on February 27, 1933, the daughter of Jesus and Dolores Compos Aguilera. Chip grew up in the area known as, “The Bottoms”, attending Branner Grade School, East Topeka Jr. High and Topeka High School.
Her husband John W....
Genevieve "Genny" Dolores Smith
May 30, 2021
Genevieve “Genny” D. Smith, 85, Las Vegas, NV formerly of Topeka, KS died May 30, 2021 in Las Vegas.
She was born December 11, 1935 in Chanute, KS the daughter of Paul and Florence (Bolin) Mayfield.
Genny was an Administrative Assistant for the Head Start Program USD #501 retiring to Sun City West, AZ. She was married to David G....
Berta Chaverri Ruiz Mulford
May 30, 2021
Berta Chaverri Ruiz Mulford, 89, died on May 30, 2021 with her children by her side in Topeka, Kansas. Berta was born in the mountains of Costa Rica on June 1, 1931. Her earliest memory was of the Pacific Ocean.
She was the third child of Teresa Ruiz Cambronero and Joaquin Chaverri Rojas of Heredia, Costa Rica. Her father was...
Ma. Del Rosario De La Torre Cruz
May 29, 2021
Ma. Del Rosario De La Torre Cruz, age 47, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021 in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Pedro De La Torre and Gregoria De La Torre Cruz on August 9, 1973 in Pabellon de Arteaga, Aguascalientes, Mexico.
Maria will be remembered for her charismatic nature. She always had a bright smile on her...
Dexter Ray Robert Hulse
May 27, 2021
Dexter Ray Robert Hulse, age 6 months, passed away on Thursday, May 27, 2021, in Topeka, KS.
He was born the son of Nathaniel “Nate” R. and Brittany (DaPrato) Hulse on November 25, 2020, in Topeka, KS.
Although Dexter’s time on earth was short, he left an everlasting impact with the people that he was around. The cherished memories of...
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