Mary Lynn McInteer
May 18, 2026
Mary Lynn McInteer, age 82, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2026.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, faithful Catholic, loyal friend, and dedicated volunteer whose kindness and generosity touched countless lives.
She worked for many years at Kansas Power and Light/Westar Energy in Topeka, where she was deeply valued by her coworkers and leadership alike. She formed lasting friendships throughout her...
James Lee Johnson
May 15, 2026
James Lee Johnson, 44, of Topeka, Kansas passed away on May 15, 2026. Born on June 30, 1981, in Topeka, Kansas. James spent his life in the community he proudly called home. He was a devoted son, father , brother , uncle and loyal friend. Someone’s whose presence brought comfort and laughter to those around him.
James was known for his...
Ronald Ray Gragg
May 12, 2026
Ronald Ray Gragg, 79, of Topeka, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2026, surrounded by his family, after losing his battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on April 5, 1947, in Topeka, Kansas to Eugene and Mary (Woolaway) Gragg.
Ron proudly answered the call to serve his country, enlisting in the United States Army in May 1968. During his four...
Josephine Ann Halley
May 10, 2026
Josephine Ann Halley left our world on Mother’s Day, May 10, a few days before her 95th birthday. She lived a fulfilling and productive life, of which this will truly just touch the surface.
Jo’s life began nearly a century ago on May 15, 1931 in Lawrence, KS. During her early life, she was a farm girl. She lived with her...
Connie Marie Shepard
May 7, 2026
Connie Marie Shepard, 71, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2026, in Topeka.Connie was born in Lawrence to Stanley Leroy Shepard Sr. and Esther May (Rodger’s) Shepard. She was preceded in death by her mother, Esther May (Rodgers) Shepard; her sister, Rachel Shepard; her brother, Stanley Leroy Shepard Jr.; her niece, Thi-Wan Shepard and her nephew Josen Shepard.She is survived...
George William House Jr.
May 7, 2026
George William House, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family. Born on April 19, 1948, George was raised in Rossville, Kansas, where he developed the strong work ethic, resilience, and quiet determination that would define his life.
George worked for many years as a high steel painter, a profession that reflected both his courage and dedication. He...
Henry Thomas Silvestri
May 7, 2026
Beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, Henry Silvestri passed away suddenly, unexpectedly and without suffering on May 7. He was 84 years old. He is survived by his wife of 61 years Diane, their two children and five grandchildren.Born in Vandergrift, PA the youngest of ten children in a big Italian family, he moved to Las Vegas, NV as a...
Brian James Moore
Apr 30, 2026
Brian James Moore, age 55, passed away at his home in Topeka on April 30, 2026. He was born on May 4, 1970, in Indianapolis, IN, to James and Frances (Classen) Moore.
Brian liked to work, particularly on jobs that were interesting to him and provided a wage. After graduating from Woodridge High School, Cuyahoga Falls, OH, he worked as a...
Diana D. Davis
Apr 29, 2026
Diane D. Davis, 77, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on April 29, 2026. She was born September 10, 1948, in Topeka to John F. Duley and Marquita Francis, who preceded her in death.
Diane graduated from Girls Home in Beloit, Kansas, and later attended cosmetology school. She worked for many years at Volume Shoe Distribution until its closure and continued her...
James Reneau Williamson
Apr 28, 2026
James Reneau Williamson (Jim) passed away April 28, 2026, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, with his wife by his side. He was born on August 27, 1952, in Ottawa, to Charles Reneau Williamson and Lorena Jane Bisbee.
Jim attended Ottawa Public Schools and graduated from Ottawa High School. He lived in Kansas for the majority of his life. After graduating...
Micheal O'Shea McDonald
Apr 28, 2026
Micheal “Mike/Mikey” O’Shea McDonald, age 67, of Topeka, KS, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, April 28, 2026.
He was born on November 24, 1958, in Kansas City, Missouri, to John “JC” McDonald and Dorris “Dody” Fines. He was a husband, father, papa, friend to many, and will always be remembered for his ornery sense of humor, hard work...
Lura Sue Reeves
Apr 24, 2026
In loving memory of Lura Sue Reeves
Lura Sue Reeves of Topeka, Kansas, died April 24, 2026. She was 80.
Sue was born February 21, 1946, in Anthony, Kansas, to Vivian “Bud” East and Floydia June (Welch) East. She and four brothers were brought up on the family farm near Waldron. Stories of that time tell of a warm and hardworking farm...
Eva Marie Carlin
Apr 24, 2026
In loving memory of Eva Marie Carlin
Eva Marie Carlin (Spencer), 58, of Simpson, Kansas, passed away peacefully in her home on April 23, 2026, after a courageous battle with stage 4 lung cancer.
Born on July 2, 1967, in San Rafael, California, to Judy and Jerry Spencer. She spent the first half of her life in California before making Kansas her...
Christopher Robert Poare
Apr 23, 2026
"A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles." - Christopher Reeve
Christopher Robert Poare, 41, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on April 23, 2026, in Geary County, Kansas, following a vehicle accident during a storm.
Born in Escondido, California, Chris grew up in Southern California and Myrtle Creek, Oregon. A...
Lawrence Junior Brosemer
Apr 21, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lawrence ‘Larry’ Brosemer, who left us on April 21st, 2026 in Topeka, Ks at the age of 58.
Larry was a devoted husband, loving father, proud grandfather, and a true family man at his core. He shared an incredible love story with his wife, Sheri Brosemer. The two had been...
Paul William Werle
Apr 20, 2026
Paul William Werle Sr, 72, of Ogden, Kansas, passed away April 20th,2026, in his home.
He was born on November 9, 1953, in Auckland, New Zealand, the son of Beverly and Guy Werle.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon (Tuttle) Werle, of the home. Two children, Paul Werle, Jr. of Ogden, and Christina Werle, of Manhattan. He is also survived by...
Raymond Lee Van Sickle
Apr 20, 2026
Raymond Van Sickle 95 of Emporia, Kansas passed away Monday, April 20, 2026 at his home.
Raymond was born on December 15,1930 in Americus, Kansas, the son of Lee Roy Francis Van Sickle and Bertha Mae (Smith) Van Sickle. He married his High School Sweetheart Shirley Ellen (Mays) on February 26,1952 at Castle Air Force Chapel in Merced California.
He is survived...
Linda Elaine Butler
Apr 20, 2026
Linda Elaine Butler was born to Dutch and Marjorie Schreuder on March 17, 1947, in Beloit, Kansas. She passed away on April 20, 2026, in Salina, Kansas.
Her early days were spent on a farm outside of Cawker City. In 1960, they moved into town, a transition that included the welcome addition of indoor plumbing.
She graduated from Cawker City High School...
Anthony Dean Marstall
Apr 17, 2026
Anthony (Tony) D. Marstall, 64, of Eskridge, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 17, 2026, just two weeks after receiving a cancer diagnosis.
He was born on September 14, 1961 in Topeka, Kansas, the oldest son of Norman and Shirley Marstall. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1979.
Tony retired in 2022 after dedicating 30 years to the Kansas Department...
Maria Elena Vick
Apr 16, 2026
Maria Elena Vick, 84, of Topeka, Kansas, peacefully went home to Jesus her Lord and Saviour on April 16, 2026.She was born in Denver, Colorado in 1941 to John Raymond Pigg and Alana Lulu Burns Pigg, living her beginning years in the care of her mother and grandmother. Maria received traditional elementary and secondary education; she also studied a great...
