DONALD RAY BOOSE, SR, 71, of Lecompton, KS, left this world on December 07, 2021, in Lecompton, KS, after an 8 year battle with cancer.

Donald was born March 26, 1950, in Wichita, KS, to the late James Garland (Fire Eagle) Boose and Marian Belle (Snowflower) Mosher Boose.  Donald was preceded in death by his wife, Vickie Marie Boose.  He leaves behind 2 children, Donald Ray Boose Jr and Marian Mae (Deklan) Evans, 4 brothers; David Wayne (Rhonda) Boose, James Arthur (Elaine) Boose, Michael Anthony (Kathy) Boose and Edward Lee Boose; and 2 sisters; Susan Kay Boose and Barbara Ann (Vaughn) Russell as well as numerous family and friends. 

Donald graduated from Lecompton High School in May 1968.  Before graduation, Donald joined the Naval Reserve, after which he was deployed by the Navy to Vietnam where he served in the Naval Air unit.  Donald received an honorable discharge in April 1973.

Donald worked HVAC mechanical, owned his own HVAC company, and retired from Schlumberger in April 2012. 

Donald was a proud member of the American Legion Post 142 and served as Post Commander for several years.  He participated in many honor rides for the Legion Riders, the Motorcycle Riders Foundation, and the Patriot Guard.   Additionally he belonged to the Christian Motorcyclist Association (Assistant Chapter Director) and ABATE District 1 of Kansas Inc. (BOD Recording Secretary).

In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the American Legion Post 142, 410 Perry Place, Perry, KS  66073.  A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

September 24, 1945 - November 19, 2021

A celebration of Robert's life will be held Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 1 - 3 pm at the Cyrus Hotel, 920 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS.  In lieu of flowers, family asks that donations be made to the University of Kansas Cancer Center or Midland Care Hospice.

Robert Louis Saving was born Sept 24, 1945 in Madison, WI to Donald F.W. (1917 - 2008) and Anna Barbara Batz Saving (1917 - 1981).  Robert dedicated much of his life to teaching middle school and coaching youth sports.  His commitment to educating future generations was apparent in his work ethic in the classroom and on the court, and in his popularity with his students and players.  He was also a proud father and grandfather who supported his children and grandchildren in their endeavors (even if he didn’t always understand them).  As an avid photographer and videographer, he took thousands of pictures and videos of his family, students, teams, and many dogs.  But as the one usually behind the camera, he is in surprisingly few photos.  

Robert was the fifth of nine children - Donald Jr. (1940 - 1989), Anne Irene “Dolly” (1942 - 1944), Peter (1943 - 2021), Diane (1944 - ), Eugene (1948 - 2019), Fred (1950 - ), Nedra (1952 - ) and Phillip (1956 - ).  The family moved to Humboldt, KS in 1948 and then to Bonner Springs, KS ten years later where Robert attended 8th grade in a one-room schoolhouse in Wyandotte County.  He started Bonner Springs High School in 1959 but the family moved to Ralston, NE for his senior year before returning to Bonner a year later. 

Glee Ann Jessup-Peet passed away Wednesday, November 24th, 2021 peacefully at home.

A woman with a veracious spirit and uplifting presence, she preached to and loved so many.

She married the love of her life, Mike Peet, in September 2011. She then gave her whole life to the Lord in 2013 accompanied by her husband, in the blood.

She is preceded by 3 daughters, Tiera the oldest who resides in Alaska with 3 kids. April, who is happily married, no kids, lives a quiet life in her hometown of Lawrence. Heather who lives in Topeka, Kansas with her husband & two children.

October 17, 1943 - November 28, 2021

September 15, 1946 - November 21, 2021

Thomas D. Mohr Sr., 75, died November 21, 2021, at Topeka Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing in Topeka, Kansas. He was born September 15, 1946, in Great Bend, the son of Carl Mohr and Zoe Hull. 

Tom was the youngest of 10 children. He spent a few years serving in the United States Navy in the early to mid-1960s. Although a plumber by trade, Tom also spent several years working in the oil fields of central Kansas alongside some of his brothers. Tom’s Mother passed away before his fifth birthday, so his eldest brother “Buddy” took him in and raised him after that. Tom spent most of his adult life living and working in Houston, Texas.

Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Loretta Pierce, his brothers; Carl Mohr, Robert Mohr, and Douglas Mohr; his sisters, Virginia Sharp and Joyce Lofland; and one grandson Gary “Bubba” Burkdoll. 

Tom is survived by his two children Tom Jr. and Shammie; and his older siblings; Rosilyn, James, Richard, and Marilyn; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

February 16, 1943 – November 17, 2021

Roland “Ronnie” Lee Beckwith, 78, passed away at 11:00 on Wednesday November 17, 2021 surrounded by his family at Topeka Presbyterian Manor.  Ronnie was born in Topeka, KS on February 16, 1943 to the late Roland Arthur Beckwith and Nellie May Cisilini.

Although Ronnie did not finish high school, he always insisted that everyone should work hard in school and do their very best so they can better than him.  Ronnie is what many might call a “Jack of all trades, master of none”.  The second verse to that quote is what describes Ronnie best, which is “though often times better than a master of one”.   Meaning although Ronnie didn’t obtain a certification or specialty of any kind, he worked hard and did the very best he could to provide a roof, food, and clothing for his family.  

The fourth of seven siblings he is survived by his wife and best friend of over 50 years Sharon Louise Mullinicks Beckwith Topeka, brother Paul Dean Beckwith Topeka, sisters Linda Faye Rafferty and Nellie Rose Miller Topeka , Kevin E. Rawlings (Son/Son-in-law) Topeka, eight children Rhonda J. (Rex) Wilson Oklahoma, Annette J. Kunst (Jaime Kamke) Topeka, Richard K. (Vivian) Hutches Florida, Pablo (Lucia) Camarillo Mexico, Ronnie N. Beckwith Wisconsin, Steve R. (Paige) Camarillo Texas, Staci L. (Robert) Wilson Florida, Tina L. Beckwith Topeka, and a total of 34 grandchildren and 46 great grandchildren.

July 11, 1929 - November 10, 2021

Robert Earl Troupe Senior, 92, Topeka, went home to be with Our Lord on November 10, 2021.  He was born July 11, 1929, to William and Josephine Troupe in Emporia, Kansas.  Robert attended Washburn University and served in the United States Army and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War, receiving many medals.  Robert was one of the last Soldiers to leave Vietnam when the United States decided to withdrawal the troops.  He worked for the VA Hospital in Topeka, Kansas from which he retired.

Robert was a Deacon at Calvary Baptist Church, Topeka, Kansas and was a Volunteer for various organizations throughout the community.

Robert was married to his first wife, Kathryn Troupe (they were divorced) and to this union was born two sons Robert Jr. and Kenneth Troupe.  Surviving are son Robert Jr. (Topeka, Ks) and Grandchildren Robert Troupe III and Kimeya Atkinson, (Great Grandchildren Sunny, Ty, Amy, Haley, Edgar, Koi, Alonzo and Sho’n) all of Atlanta, Georgia.