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Robert George Kahler
Aug 23, 2023
Robert George "Bob" Kahler, 91, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, August 23, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.He was born May 2, 1932, in Wabaunsee County, Kansas, the son of George and Vera (Murray) Kahler. He graduated from Seaman High School in 1949. He served as a Sergeant in the Army from 1952 - 1954.Bob was employed by Goodyear Tire...
Connie S. Mclean
Aug 21, 2023
Connie S. McLean 82, of Topeka was born northwest of Howard, Kansas toDarrel D. and Cleda V. McLean. Connie grew up in and around Howard,playing in the fields while her parents farmed and making mud piesunder the front porch of their home. Connie attended school in Howardand graduated from Howard High School where she participated in PepClub, Glee Club and...
Roxanne Emmert-Davis
Aug 19, 2023
It is with great sadness and an incredibly heavy heart that we announce the passing of beloved wife, trusted friend, wonderful mother, and generous grandmother Roxanne Emmert-Davis.She passed peacefully, but unexpectedly, at home on 8/19/2023. Her family is deeply saddened to lose her, but they are eternally grateful for the time they had together. Lover of nature and always able...
Betsy Ruth Hamm
Aug 18, 2023
Betsy Ruth Lyon Hamm, 84, passed away August 18, 2023 at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, KS. She was born June 23, 1939 in Burlington, Iowa to Harold B. and Ruth Mercer Lyon. She grew up in Iowa and Fairway, KS. She graduated from Shawnee Mission High School in 1957. She attended the University of Kansas and later graduated from...
Robert D. Patterson
Aug 18, 2023
Robert D. "Bob" Patterson, 80, of Auburn, passed away Friday, August 18, 2023.The family will receive friends from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, August 23, 2023 at Dove Cremations and Funerals Southwest Chapel, 3700 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS. Cremation will follow the visitation. Memorial contributions may be made to NE Kansas Parkinson Association, PO Box 67342, Topeka, KS 66667-0342....
Gladys Irene Neuhaus
Aug 18, 2023
Gladys Neuhaus was born on June 6, 1936 in Nortonville, Kansas. She passed in her home on Friday, August 18, 2023 in the presence of her family. Gladys graduated from Nortonville High School in 1954 and attended Clarks Business School in Topeka the following year. She met her husband Allen through her brother Edwin when she was 12 years old....
Janice Lee Manker
Aug 18, 2023
Janice Lee Manker, 66, of Auburn, passed away Friday, August 18, 2023.She was born August 16, 1957, in Saitama Ken, Japan, the daughter of Joseph and Melinda (Bekker) Stone. She graduated from Joplin (MO) High School and received certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Janice was employed by multiple nursing homes for several years, becoming disabled in 1996. Janice married...
Michael Shannon Pettit
Aug 16, 2023
Michael Shannon Pettit, 53, of Topeka, passed away at 6:49 p.m. on Wednesday August 16, 2023.He was born August 25, 1969, in Colorado Springs, Colorado, the son of Michael L. and Teresa (Zwiesler) Pettit. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1988. Michael was employed by Lardner Cut Stone for the last 10 years. Michael was engaged to Theresa...
Austin Mitchel Porter
Aug 13, 2023
Austin Mitchel Porter, 37, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 13, 2023.He was born October 30, 1985, in Meade, Kansas the son of Kenneth Mitchel and Jeanie K Porter. He graduated from Meade High School in 2004 and earned a bachelors degree from Oklahoma State University in 2008 with a double major in communication and journalism.Austin was employed at Thrivent...
Cynthia Elaine Ronnekamp
Aug 12, 2023
Cynthia Elaine "Cindy" Ronnekamp, 73, of Topeka, passed away Saturday, August 12, 2023.She was born August 24, 1949, in Hastings, Nebraska, the daughter of Raymond Loren and Lenora May (Komrofske) Ronnekamp. She attended First Lutheran Church in Topeka. Cindy never married but lived with her brother, Loren L. Ronnekamp for all their lives. They resided in Greeley, Colorado and Las...
Carolyn Ann Frye
Aug 12, 2023
Carolyn Ann Frye, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday August 12, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was born June 26, 1942, to the late L.F. "Bill" and Elma Secord in Topeka, Kansas.She is survived by her husband of sixty years, Ivan Raymond Frye. She is also survived by her children and grandchildren: Son Jeffrey and wife Sandy of Springfield,...
Linda Kay Clark
Aug 11, 2023
Linda Kay Clark, 64, of Topeka, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.She was born April 17, 1959, in Independence, Kansas, the daughter of Charles and Mary (Herndon) Clark. Linda was employed by the Department of Revenue of Kansas for many years. Following that she began working as a receptionist for the Midwest Barber College. During...
Deborah Kay Love
Aug 11, 2023
Deborah Kay Love, 63, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023.She was born February 29, 1960, in Marysville, Kansas, the daughter of Allen and Randalin (Hohmann) Bargdill. She received a Bachelor's Degree from Kansas State University, and a Master's Degree in Teaching from The University of Saint Mary. Deborah was a dedicated teacher for over 25 years. She...
Rita Ann Miller
Aug 11, 2023
Rita Ann (Hinricks) Miller, 62, of Topeka, passed away Friday, August 11, 2023.She was born July 22, 1961, in Strong City, Kansas. She graduated from Emporia High School. Rita married Robert Bernard Miller on September 19, 1987 in Emporia. Survivors include her sons Joe Miller (Joni) of Berryton and Levi Miller of Hutchinson and her daughters Vietta Harold (T.J.) of...
Jose M. Alvarez
Aug 10, 2023
Jose M. Alvarez, 88, of Topeka, passed away on Thursday, August 10, 2023. He was born July 10, 1935 in Zacatecas, Mexico, the son of Ezequiel and Maxima Alvarez Del Real.Jose was employed by Reser's Fine Foods for 30 years before retiring. He was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church.Jose married Maria Del Socorro Sanchez on December...
Gerald E. Howarth
Aug 9, 2023
Gerald "Jerry" Howarth was born to Ivyl and Marie Howarth on July 12, 1938 in Perry, Iowa. His earthly sojourn ended Wednesday, August 9, 2023 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka. As God is the God of the living, not the dead, Jerry now is celebrating his eternal life with departed family members, including his parents, two sisters, a brother...
Allen C. Reynoldson
Aug 8, 2023
Allen C. Reynoldson, 63, Meriden, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023.Allen was born November 30, 1959 in Topeka, the son of Carvel and Anita (Saunders) Reynoldson. He graduated from Highland Park High School in 1977.His primary career was as a Mail Carrier with the U.S. Postal Service, retiring in 1999.He is most remembered for his infectious laugh and smile. He...
Randell Eugene Tabor
Aug 8, 2023
Randell Eugene "Randy" Tabor, 71, of Topeka, passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2023.He was born March 29, 1952, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Kenneth Eugene and Beverly Jean (Woodward) Tabor. He attended Washburn Rural High School.Randy was the co-owner and operator of the R & R Foundry for 30 years.Randy married Barbara Jo Wunder on February 14, 1970 in...
Charles W. Vitt
Aug 7, 2023
Charles W. Vitt, 85, of Tecumseh, passed away on Monday, August 7, 2023 at a Topeka hospital. He was born April 10, 1938 in Walnut, Kansas, the son of Clarence and Alice (Hosey) Vitt. Charles attended Walnut, Kansas schools and graduated from St. Patrick's Catholic High School. He was a cattle rancher and always raised a large garden that he...
David Duane Campbell
Aug 6, 2023
David Duane Campbell, 91, of Topeka, passed away Sunday, August 6, 2023.He was born July 21, 1932, in Americus, Kansas, the son of Carl and Merle (McManus) Campbell. He graduated from Highland Park High School. He joined the Navy and served on the USS Northampton ship from April 30, 1956 to June 22, 1960. He was honorably discharged.David owned and...
