Local Obituaries for Topeka, Kansas & Shawnee County
Robert "Bob" R. Lierz
Jul 2, 2024
Robert “Bob” R. Lierz, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away in the early morning on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.
He was born the son of Lawrence Wenzel and Melinda Bernadine (Hasenkamp) Lierz on April 18, 1942, in Wetmore, KS. Bob attended grade school at St. James Parochial School and graduated from Wetmore High School in 1960. Bob then served his...
Travis James Stillie
Jun 28, 2024
Travis James Stillie, 36, of Kansas City, passed away on June 28, 2024, at Research Medical Center.
He was born October 30, 1987, in Topeka, the son of Robert Joseph Stillie and Charlene Ann Stadler.
Travis grew up in Topeka, attending Highland Park High School. He later moved to Kansas City, Missouri.
He enjoyed spending time with his children, listening to music, playing...
Ma. Del Socorro Antunez
Jun 20, 2024
María del Socorro Antúnez, de 68 años, falleció el jueves 20 de junio de 2024. Nació el 9 de agosto de 1955, en Juan E. García, Durango, México.
María disfrutaba bailar, estar al aire libre y pasar tiempo con su familia. Era una mujer fuerte e independiente que desempeñaba los roles tanto de madre como de padre. Siempre estaba feliz y...
Tristan James Weichert
Jun 18, 2024
Tristan James Weichert was born on a beautiful September 20th day in 1998 to his parents Zac and Lyn. There was such a celebration at his birth, as all the grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins welcomed him into the world. Tristan died on June 18th, 2024, leaving behind a host of people who love him.
There are so many words to...
Bartolome Arreola-Villa
Jun 7, 2024
Bartolomé Arreola-Villa, 59 años, falleció el viernes 7 de junio de 2024 en Topeka.
Hijo de Wenselado Arreola Guerreras y María Valentina Villa Moreno el 24 de agosto de 1964, en Nazas, Durango, México. Su esposa Sanjuanita Martinez Silva le sobrevive.
Él era una persona muy trabajadora que amaba a su familia profundamente. Bartolomé era un musico muy talentoso, disfrutaba tocar el...
Leonard A. Appelhanz
Jun 6, 2024
Leonard A. Appelhanz, 94, of Topeka, passed away peacefully, on June 6, 2024.
He was born on May 20, 1930, to Jacob and Barbara (Hefner) Appelhanz in Topeka, KS. He was the eighth of nine children.
Leonard grew up during the Great Depression and like many others, worked as a child doing odd jobs to help support the family. He fondly remembered...
Irma Iris Arredondo
Jun 6, 2024
Irma Iris Arredondo, age 84, of Topeka, KS, passed away in the early hours of Thursday, June 6, 2024.
She was born the daughter of Martin and Gertrude (Hernandez) Perez on March 12, 1940, in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. She met, fell in love, and married Vincent Arredondo, Jr., on December 18, 1959, in Mexico. Together, they shared 41 years of marriage...
Lisa Eastwood
Jun 5, 2024
Lisa Eastwood, age 59, of Topeka, KS, passed away unexpectedly on June 5, 2024, in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Edward and Cora (Davis) Bailey on January 6, 1965.
Lisa married Jeff Eastwood and to this union, they had one daughter. Although the marriage ended, both Lisa and Jeff stayed as committed friends.
She loved the gentleness of nature, and you...
Jason Daniel Sparks
May 31, 2024
Jason Daniel Sparks, age 49, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital.
He was born the son of Ray Harville and Nancy Reitz on August 14, 1974, in Perry, FL. On June 2, 2001, Jason married Sonya Garcia in Topeka, KS. Together, they shared two days shy of 23 years of marriage.
Jason was a...
Nancy Margaret Craig
May 31, 2024
Nancy Margaret Craig, 87, of Topeka, passed away Friday, May 31, 2024, at the Kelly House of Meriden after spending the day surrounded by loved ones.
She was born April 18, 1937, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Alan Craig and Frances (Claypool) Craig. Her family moved to Houston, Texas at a young age. She graduated from San Jacinto High School in...
Roxanna Marie Perez
May 29, 2024
Roxanna Marie Perez, 20, of Topeka, passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2024.
She was born December 7, 2003, in Topeka.
Roxanna attended schools in Topeka, graduating from Highland Park High School in 2022.
She has worked at TJ Maxx for the past year and a half.
Roxanna loved the Lord and teaching children’s ministry, spending time with family, shopping, and watching medical tv...
Richard William Herbert
May 27, 2024
Richard William Herbert, 70, of Topeka, passed away at his home on May 27, 2024.
He was born October 10, 1953, in New York City, New York, the son of Charles William Herbert and Fidelia Rose (Schmeidler) Herbert.
Richard graduated from high school in New York City.
He enjoyed reading, taking walks, going to the public library, and being part of the...
Anita T. Dodge
May 25, 2024
Anita Theresa Dodge, age 101, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at The Gardens at Aldersgate.
She was born the daughter of Peter P. and Anita E. (DeSimone) Cassese on May 13, 1923, in Jamestown, Rhode Island.
Anita was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. She married Robert H. Dodge on November 18, 1961, in Topeka, KS....
Marian M. Ganser
May 24, 2024
Marian M. Ganser, age 82, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2024, at the Midland Hospice House.She was born the daughter of Kenneth and Velma LaVaun (Banker) Molz on October 1, 1941, in Syracuse, KS. Marian met Michael J. Ganser at Valparaiso University, fell in love, and married Michael J. Ganser on December 29, 1962, in Syracuse,...
Michael Shawn Grabauskas
May 23, 2024
Michael Shawn Grabauskas, 52, of Topeka, passed away after a long battle with lung cancer on Thursday, May 23, 2024.
He was born February 12, 1972, in Topeka, the oldest of 3 sons to Michael Louis Grabauskas and Marilyn Jane (Fisher) Grabauskas.
Michael graduated from Highland Park High School in 1990 and went on to attend VoTech.
He worked for Cla-Mar Inc. for...
Victor Anthony Beier
May 23, 2024
Victor Anthony Beier, 86, Topeka, died Thursday, May 23, 2024. Mr. Beier retired from Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. with 34 years of service as a supervisor in the banbury department. A graduate of Hayden High School, he also served in the National Guard and was a sheet metal technician.
He was born March 17, 1938, in Topeka, the son of...
Patricia R. (Cuevas) Perez
May 20, 2024
Patricia R. (Cuevas) Perez, age 83, of Topeka, KS, passed away on Monday, May 20, 2024, at McCrite Plaza in Topeka.
She was born the daughter of Raul and Sophia (Espinoza) Cuevas on December 17, 1940, in Topeka, KS. Patricia graduated from Seaman High School. She met, fell in love, and married Henry Perez on May 16, 1964, in Topeka. Together,...
Paul Keith Jeffers
May 13, 2024
Paul Keith Jeffers, age 59, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, May 13, 2024, in Topeka.
He was born the son of Keith and Carolyn (Apley) Jeffers on July 17, 1964, in Kansas City, MO and grew up in Lee’s Summit, MO.
After graduating from high school, Paul attended Central Missouri University in Warrensburg, MO, then he worked in the...
Mary B. Hanson
May 13, 2024
Mary B. Hanson, age 84, of Rossville, KS passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024.
She was born the daughter of Cyrus Oral Stone (father) and Mona Isabelle Stone Cunningham (mother) on March 25, 1940, in Mankato, KS. She attended school in Mankato, KS where she met the love of her life, Lloyd L. Hanson. The high school sweethearts married on...
James Harry Frantz
May 13, 2024
James “Jim” Harry Frantz, 69, of Topeka, passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024, at his home.
Jim was born September 8, 1954, in Topeka, the son of George E. Frantz and Ruth Alberta (Hankamer) Frantz. He graduated from Highland Park High School and went on to attend Washburn University.
He loved spending time with his family and grandchildren, and enjoyed woodworking,...
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