Lenore C. (Weight) Marschall
May 13, 2026
Lenore C. Marschall (Weight), 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Born in Hastings, North Dakota, on September 17, 1939, Lenore’s early years were spent on a farm. During World War II, her family moved to California to support the shipyards, returning to North Dakota and farming afterward. The family eventually returned to California where Lenore completed high school...
Robert Louis Charay, Sr.
May 12, 2026
Robert Louis Charay, Sr., 83, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at his home.
He was born July 18, 1942, in Topeka, to Ernest G. Charay, Sr. and Julia (Silva) Charay. Robert graduated from Hayden High School in 1960 and attended 2 years of junior college.
Robert worked as a Carman for BNSF Railway for 39 years.
He married Adeline Theresa...
George R. Forst, Jr.
May 11, 2026
George R. Forst, Jr., age 96, of Tecumseh, KS, passed away surrounded by the love of his family on Monday, May 11, 2026, in Topeka.
He was born the son of George R. Forst, Sr., and Lenora M. (Manges) Forst in rural Marshall County, KS on July 31, 1929. Growing up on the farm, George’s love of the land and the...
Mary Conception Mosquera
May 4, 2026
Mary Conception “Chita” Mosquera, 97, of Topeka, passed away Monday, May 4, 2026, at Midland Hospice House.
She was born on July 2, 1928, in Topeka, the daughter of Francisco V. and Mary (Villafranco) Vargas. Mary grew up in Topeka and attended Hayden High School, graduating in 1947. She was a member of National Honor Society, Quill and Scroll, and was...
Robert John "Robbie" Kuno
May 3, 2026
Robert John “Robbie” Kuno, 51, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born April 3, 1975, in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, to Deborah J. (Leonard) Moreno. Robbie graduated from Shawnee Heights High School in 1993 and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in business from Washburn University.
Robbie worked at...
Carol Lee Hamilton
May 3, 2026
Carol L. Hamilton, age 65, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
She was born the daughter of George R. and Fanny B. (Baulch) Maddux on October 3, 1960, in Montana.
Carol had a natural gift for hospitality and took great pride in the connections she made throughout the years while working as a server...
Emma "Sue" Burnell
April 26, 2026
Emma “Sue” Burnell, 81, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on April 26, 2026, at her home.
She was born on March 28, 1945, in Hico, Texas, to Robert Lee Prater and Annie Pearl (Doty) Prater. Sue was raised with strong values of faith, family, and hard work on a small Texas farm, which she carried with her throughout her life. She...
Kelly Ann Brock
April 22, 2026
Kelly Ann Brock, born in 1987, 38, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on April 22, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved her deeply and will miss her more than words can express.
Kelly was a vibrant and loving person who brought joy to those around her. She enjoyed making dancing TikTok videos, spending time doing arts and crafts with her...
Samantha Allen and Darius Barnes, Jr.
April 22, 2026
Samantha Marie Allen, 34, and Darius Deon Barnes, Jr., 11, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on April 22, 2026, at their home.
Samantha was born November 26, 1991, in Topeka to David Wayne Allen and Michelle Renee (Morgan) Rouse. She was baptized at Assumption Catholic Church in Topeka and attended Royal Valley High School.
She was working as a recruiter for Talent...
David A Boyden, Sr.
April 21, 2026
David A. Boyden Sr., 81, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at Oakley Place in Topeka.
He was born March 15, 1945, in Detroit, Michigan, to Raymond Francis Boyden Sr. and Harriet (Deibel) Boyden, the fourth of 15 children. David graduated from St. Aloysius Academy in New Lexington, Ohio in 1962.
While serving at Forbes Field, he met the...
Adam Michael Oliver
April 19, 2026
Adam Michael Oliver, age 33, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Mike and Dawna (Owens) Oliver on November 11, 1992, in Topeka.
Following high school, Adam furthered his education for a few years before entering the workforce. He dedicated several years to Target Distribution and recently achieved a proud...
Danielle Anguish
April 19, 2026
Danielle Anguish, aged 53, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 19, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
She was born the daughter of Daniel Ramirez, Jr., and Juanita "Jeanie" Adame on September 4, 1972, in Topeka, KS.
With a bright smile and an infectious, bubbly personality, Danielle could light up any room. A true social butterfly, she had a natural...
Leighton Leo Broxterman
April 13, 2026
Leighton Leo Broxterman, 83, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, KS, after a courageous fight with an extended rare illness with his family by his side.
Leighton was born on August 15, 1942, to Lawrence and Rosalia (Rochel) Broxterman in Axtel, KS. He graduated from Baileyville High School in 1960 and, upon...
Bernard Joseph Grace
April 9, 2026
Bernard Joseph Grace, 84, of Topeka, KS passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at the Good Shepherd Hospice House in Manhattan, KS.
He was born August 26, 1941 in Emmett, KS to Martin Joseph Grace and Monica Marie (McLaughlin) Grace. Bernard grew up in Topeka, KS attending Assumption School and Hayden High School.
Following high school, Bernard began his career...
Karen Ann Gross
April 7, 2026
Karen Ann Gross, age 83, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of William Hugh and Agnes Louise (DeKeyser) Koehler on June 30, 1942, in Topeka. Karen was a 1960 graduate from Highland Park High School, and she furthered her education at Washburn University. She then entered the workforce and...
Donald James Weick
April 6, 2026
Donald James “Don” Weick, resident of Topeka, peacefully passed away at the age of 92 on Monday, April 6, 2026, at Midland Hospice House. Born on January 1, 1934, in Hamlin, Kansas, Don was a beloved son of James Allen and Gladys Opal (Hornbeck) Weick. He graduated from Fairview High School in 1952 and continued his studies at Highland Community...
Mary Rita Hillin
April 5, 2026
Mary Rita Hillin, age 82, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on April 5, 2026, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
Mary was born on December 16, 1943, in Hutchinson, Kansas, the daughter of Cyrus Garland Platt and Dorris (Kerrick) Platt. She was raised with strong values rooted in faith, education, and service, principles that guided her throughout her life.
Mary was a proud graduate...
Margaret L. Comeau
April 4, 2026
Margaret L. Comeau, age 98, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of faith, education, and unwavering devotion to her family.
She was born on August 9, 1927, in rural Rooks County, Kansas, the daughter of Arthur Lewis and Julia J. (Coupal) Berland. Raised on the family farm near Palco, Margaret grew up during the Great Depression, where she learned the...
Carol M. (Eck) Debacker
April 3, 2026
Carol M. (Eck) Debacker, age 63, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Rolling Hill Assisted Living in Topeka.Carol was born on July 19, 1962, in Topeka, Kansas, to James “Jim” G. and Mary Louise (Moranz) Eck and was one of seven siblings. She was raised near Meriden on the family farm, where life was rooted...
Jacob Edmund Mertz
March 30, 2026
Jacob Edmund “Jake” Mertz, 81, of Topeka, peacefully passed away on Monday, March 30, 2026, at Midland Hospice House. Born on November 3, 1944, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Harold A. and Edna L. (Hutchinson) Mertz, Jake’s life was marked by devotion, kindness, and a deep commitment to family and community.
A proud graduate of Wamego High School in 1962, Jake furthered...
