Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Norman L. Hogan
Jul 10, 2025
Norman L. Hogan, age 83, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of John P. and Leta J. (Breeding) Hogan on August 14, 1941, in Home, KS. On October 14, 1961, Norman married his beloved sweetheart, Marcia J. Stattelman at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Topeka. Together, they shared...
Mary Lou Rivera
Jul 9, 2025
Mary Lou Rivera, age 74, of rural Carbondale, KS, passed away on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at KU-St. Francis Hospital.
She was born the daughter of Louis F. and Isabel (Martinez) Rivera on September 21, 1950, in Topeka, KS.
After high school, Mary Lou attended and graduated from Washburn University. She started teaching at Topeka High School where she also coached various...
Destiny "Dustin" C. Voss
Jul 7, 2025
Destiny “Dustin” C. Voss, age 28, entered into eternal rest on Monday, July 7, 2025.
Born on February 13, 1997, in Topeka, Kansas, to James Norton and Aimee Voss, Dustin lived a life marked by courage, compassion, and an infectious spirit that touched everyone he met.
In 2017, Dustin answered a higher calling by enlisting in the United States Navy. His time...
Aurora (Galvan) Cowing
Jul 5, 2025
Aurora (Galvan) Cowing, affectionally known as “Cookie,” age 75, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, July 5, 2025, at McCrite Plaza in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Basilio H. Galvan, Sr., and Maria (Tabares) Galvan on September 20, 1949, in Topeka, KS. Aurora attended Lincoln Grade School, East Topeka Jr. High School and graduated...
James H. Witherell
Jun 26, 2025
James H. Witherell, age 77, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Harry E. and Shirley F. (Sleight) Witherell on July 8, 1947, in Lansing, MI. After receiving his bachelor’s in education, James proudly joined the United States Air Force and began his 24-year long career. He retired as a...
Jerrell Washburn
Jun 26, 2025
Jerrell Washburn, 45, of North Charleston, South Carolina, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 26, 2025.
He was born July 11, 1979, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Gerald Washburn and Linda Winters Washburn. Jerrell graduated from Raytown High School in 1997.
Jerrell was a ramp agent for Southwest Airlines for over 25 years. Jerrell had an adventurous spirit that included traveling and exploring...
Sharon Ann Munson
Jun 24, 2025
Sharon Ann Munson of Topeka, Kansas, passed peacefully into the presence of her Savior on June 24, 2025, at the age of 75. Born in the Bronx, New York City, on November 24, 1949, to William White Munson and Isabelle Augusta Munson, Sharon’s life was one of hard-won triumphs, unwavering faith, and a deeply devoted love for her children and...
Anita Louise (Adame) Delci
Jun 19, 2025
Anita Louise (Adame) Delci, 78, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2025, at The Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka.
She was born July 22, 1946, in Topeka, to Norberto Adame and Dolores (Chavez) Adame. Anita has been a lifelong resident of Topeka and graduated from Hayden High School in 1965.
Anita worked many years as a store manager for the...
Frieda M. Schmidtlein
Jun 16, 2025
Frieda M. Schmidtlein, age 96, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2025, at Celebration Villa of Hearthstone in Topeka.
She was born on December 7, 1928, in Hays, KS, the daughter of John and Catherine (Boos) Boos.
Frieda was employed at Southwestern Bell and retired with 22 years of service on December 31, 1983. She was a lifetime member...
Virginia L Crupper
Jun 15, 2025
Virginia L. Crupper, 92, formally of Rossville, KS passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at St. Marys Manor, St. Marys, KS.
She was born December 9, 1932, in Rossville, KS, to Edward Kovar and Edna (Lee) Kovar. Virginia grew up in Rossville and graduated from Rossville High School.
Virginia worked as a supervisor in advertising for Luce Press Clippings. She retired...
Bonnie L. Radford
Jun 15, 2025
Bonnie L. Radford, age 88, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at KU-St. Francis Hospital.
She was born the daughter of Guilford C. and Alice E. (Osborn) Ridgway on November 30, 1936, in McLouth, KS.
Bonnie will be remembered as a social butterfly, that enjoyed dancing, trips to Walmart, and listening to music. She loved traveling, especially her...
Shirley Jean Fudge
Jun 15, 2025
Shirley Jean Fudge, 77, of Topeka, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Lexington Park Health & Rehab.
She was born June 4, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Louis Fudge and Hildred (Sanders) Fudge.
Shirley graduated from the Kansas School for the Blind in 1966. She worked for as a hotline receptionist for the State of Kansas and...
Guadalupe "Lupe" Perez
Jun 15, 2025
Guadalupe “Lupe” Perez, age 94, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at the Midland Hospice House.
She was born the daughter of Manuel and Soledad (Chavez) Vargas on April 23, 1931, in Topeka. Lupe married Isaac Perez, Sr., in February 1954 and sadly, Isaac passed away on June 13, 1962.
Lupe will be remembered as the matriarch of her family. She...
Antonia Hidalgo
Jun 12, 2025
On Thursday, June 12, 2025, Antonia “Toni” Hidalgo, 94, of Topeka, passed away peacefully with her family by her side, at her home. She was born June 13, 1930, in Fairbury, Nebraska, daughter of Nieves Munoz and Alberta (Ruiz) Munoz, and stepdaughter of Frank Conrekas.
At the age of 18, Toni moved to Topeka to be a nanny. She was later...
Rafaela P Salazar
Jun 10, 2025
Rafaela “Ralphie” P. Salazar, 95, of Topeka, passed away on June 10, 2025, at her home.
She was born January 25, 1930, in Topeka, Kansas to Juan A. Barranco and Teresa (Perez) Barranco. Rafaela grew up in the bottoms in Topeka and attended East Topeka Jr. High School.
Rafaela enjoyed sewing, crocheting, and gardening. She loved to cook enchiladas for her family...
Roman Villegas
Jun 8, 2025
Roman Villegas, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and veteran, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, June 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 81 years old.
Born on February 7, 1944, in Topeka, Kansas, he was the son of Guadalupe and Maria De La Cruz (Reynosa) Villegas. From a young age, Roman lived with a generous heart and an...
Gonsalo Arteaga-Juarez
Jun 5, 2025
Gonsalo Arteaga-Juárez, de 32 años, residente de Topeka, Kansas, falleció inesperadamente el jueves 5 de junio de 2025.
Nació el 27 de junio de 1992 en Rupert, Idaho, hijo de Edilberto e Irene (Juárez) Arteaga.
A Gonsalo le encantaba dibujar y escuchar música. Se mantenía activo haciendo ejercicio y manteniéndose en forma. En su tiempo libre, disfrutaba viendo partidos de fútbol y...
Mary L. Steuber
Jun 3, 2025
Mary L. Steuber, beloved wife, mother, and daughter, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 3, 2025.
She was born the daughter of Robert D. and Joyce M. (Farrell) Sears on April 8, 1962, in Salina, KS. After high school, Mary continued her education and obtained two bachelor’s degrees.
In 1987, Mary married her beloved husband, Terry K. Steuber. Together, they shared 37...
Alice Valdez
Jun 2, 2025
Alice Valdez, 94, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, June 2, 2025, at her home.
She was born September 21, 1930, in Topeka, to Panfilo Toledo and Jacinta (Lopez) Toledo. Alice attended Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School and was a lifelong member of the church. She was involved in LULAC, the Altar Society, and participated with Adoration.
She enjoyed crocheting, embroidery,...
Jovita C. Mendoza
May 24, 2025
Jovita C. Mendoza, age 95, of Topeka, KS, passed away surrounded by her family on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
She was born the daughter of Tomas and Guadalupe (Rodriguez) Carreno on May 8, 1930. On October 29, 1949, Jovita married her beloved sweetheart, Guillermo “Memo” Mendoza at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Together, they shared 46 years of marriage before...
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