Quinton Parks Unruh

Quinton Parks Unruh

March 23, 1978 - November 23, 2020 

Quinton Parks Unruh, age 42, passed away Monday, November 23, 2020, in Topeka, Kansas at Stormont Vail Hospital. Quint was unexpectedly taken from us due to complications from a very short battle with metastasized colorectal cancer.  

Quint was born on March 23, 1978, to Scott Unruh and Terry (Sheern) Singer in Dodge City, Kansas. He grew up in Garnett, Kansas, and also spent a few years of his youth living in Page, Arizona. He attended Emporia State University (ESU) where he earned a Master of Science, Health, Physical Education, and Recreation. 

Quint met his wife, Jenni (Weller) Unruh, at ESU in 1999. They were married on October 6, 2006, and have two beautiful children Osiris (age 12), and Arianna (age 9). Quint’s kids meant the world to him. He loved them fiercely! He was passionately involved with all of their activities from sports to academics and was their biggest advocate.  

Quint was also passionate about giving back to others and spent most of his career working in the non-profit sector including Boys and Girls Club, Shawnee County Parks and Rec, Boy Scouts, and Midland Care. He spent the last five years of his career working in Emergency Management, first with Shawnee County Health Department and most recently as a Preparedness Exercise Officer for the State of Kansas Emergency Management. 

Richard Lee (Dick) Rokey

Richard Lee (Dick) Rokey

March 21, 1938 - November 21, 2020 

Richard Lee (Dick) Rokey was born the eldest child of Andrew Peter Rokey and Mary Kathryn Noble Rokey on March 21, 1938 in Sabetha, KS. He died November 21, 2020 in Topeka, KS after contracting COVID-19.
Dick attended Sabetha schools. His early years were spent in the Old Albany Schoolhouse, 3 miles north of town (now a historic site and museum). Dick graduated from Sabetha High School in May of 1956. He was highly dedicated to their athletics program, playing football, basketball, and running track for the Blue Jays. He also played catcher on the Sabetha Legion Baseball team coached by his dad Andy for 5 years.
In 1955 Dick enlisted in the Kansas National Guard, Battery B, Sabetha, and then the United States Navy in December of 1956. He was honorably discharged in 1962 as Company 693's Honor Man.
After leaving active duty in December of 1960 Dick moved to Topeka and began working for the AT&SF Railway. In 1963 Dick quit the railroad and went into the automobile service station business, which he labored at for 16 years. In 1979 he went back to Santa Fe (later becoming BNSF) where he spent the rest of his career, retiring in August of 2003.
Kenneth Allen Luginbill

Kenneth Allen Luginbill

December 13, 1954 - November 16, 2020 

In Loving Memory of 
Kenneth Allen Luginbill 
1954 -2020
 
Kenneth “Ken” Allen Luginbill, 65, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away Monday, November 16, 2020 at Legend Healthcare in Tonganoxie, Ks. 
 
Ken was born December 13, 1954, in Seneca, Ks, the son of Allen E and Viola “Ruby”(Medley) Luginbill. He graduated from Nemaha Valley High School in 1972. 
 
Ken married Doris Wessel on June 2, 1979 and they moved to Topeka, Ks. They had two daughters, Audrey and Liza and later divorced. In 1991 he had a son, Shawn with his long time partner, Kathy Liable. They also later separated. 
 
Ken worked most of his life as a janitor for 501 Schools and most recently at First Presbyterian Church. He was well known and well liked by many. He enjoyed collecting and talking about antiques. He liked Hot Rods and Rock n’ Roll. He liked small town restaurants with home style cooking. He enjoyed outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and walking his dog Buddy. Most of all he loves spending time with his children. Whether it be lunch dates with his daughter Audrey, going to the Farmers Market with his daughter Liza and granddaughter Ellen, shooting guns with his son Shawn or family gatherings. Ken was the happiest when he saw his children’s happiness. He taught his children to be strong, hardworking, kind, loving, accepting of others, and humble. He will be truly missed by his family and friends. 
Steven Charles Conklin

Steven Charles Conklin

August 15, 1952 - October 28, 2020 

Steven (Steve) Charles Conklin

Steve Conklin, 68, of Hoyt, formerly of Topeka, was born August 15, 1952 and passed on October 28, 2020. He was one of five children born to Charles W. Conklin Jr. and Shirley J. Conklin (Hanes). His siblings, in birth order Janice Conklin, Anna Reece (Charlie), Peggy Smith, and Scott Conklin (Allison). He was preceded in death by his father and sister Peggy Smith.

He had two children he was very proud of, in birth order, Brett Conklin (Amber) and Kristen Conklin. He dearly loved his two grandchildren Holdyn Ryberg and Charlise Conklin.

The love of his life, his wife of more than 20 years, Danna Gibbs, was with him to the end.

Steve was a veteran of the Army. He was an Electrician employed at the Kansas Neurological Institute where he retired. During his career he worked at Washburn University, he was a certified Locksmith, and he was a Pyrotechnician setting up public fire works displays for the annual Go 4th event.

Peggy Lou Simkins Kuehl

January 09, 1940 - November 06, 2020

Peggy Lou Simkins Kuehl, 80, of Topeka, gained her angel wings on Friday November 6, 2020.

Peggy was born January 9, 1940 in Braymer, Mo. the daughter of Willie J. and Mary B. Cox Simkins. Peggy grew up and attended school in Emmett, Ks, where she graduated in 1958.

Peggy married Walter ‘Ed’ Kuehl on Oct. 2, 1960. He proceeded her in death in 2016.

Survivors include two daughters, Erika Kuehl and Erin Kuehl, both of Topeka. She is also survived by her three grandsons, Andrew Kelley, of Middleton, Wisconsin, Keegan Kelley and Caden Kelley, both of Topeka, Ks. Peggy is survived by two
sisters, Carol Blenn of Westmoreland, Ks and Patsy Calhoun of Topeka, Ks. Peggy was proceeded in death by her parents, Willie J. and Mary B. Simkins; and siblings Helen, Gene, Annivieve, Genevieve, Donald, June, Ivan and Dick.

Respecting her wishes, Peggy has been cremated and private family services will be held at a later date.

Sharon Elaine Gardner

Sharon Elaine Gardner

September 09, 1954 - November 08, 2020

Sharon Elaine Gardner, age 66, of Topeka, Kansas passed away peacefully in her home on Sunday, November 8th, 2020. Sharon was born on September 9, 1954 and spent much of her life in Valley Falls.

Sharon enjoyed a life surrounded by friends and family and treasured spending time with Susie and the girls. She would do anything for her family, and never gave up on them or herself. She was a fighter, strong at heart, and will never be forgotten.

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, an infant child, Melissa Jo Gardner, and a grandchild, Lily Railynn Wires. She leaves behind a daughter, Susan Elaine Wires, Topeka, KS, two grandchildren, Harley and Makenzie Wires, a sister, Joanna Haraldson, Branson, MO, and lots of nieces and nephews. There were also many others that called her mom and grandma which she claimed as her own. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. We will miss her sense of humor, her quick wit, and her ever-present smile.

Ronald Eugene Morgan, Sr.

January 31, 1937 - November 04, 2020

Ronald “Ron” Eugene Morgan, Sr was born January 31, 1937 and passed on November 4, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents were Charles “Charlie” Morgan and Mary Bessie Morgan (Provolt) and two brothers: Charles “Chuck” Morgan and Frank Morgan. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 46 years, Philime “Phil” Morgan. Ron married Nathaleen Vorhies in April, 1962 and had three children, Ronald E. Morgan, Jr; Michelle Morgan (Rouse); and Rebecca “Becky” Morgan (Hanika). Ron married Philime “Phil” Carathers on May 24, 1972 taking her two children, Deborah “Deb” Good (Carathers) and Marc Carathers, as his own to raise. Ron and Phil built a home on Carlson Road in 1974 and both remained on the home property until their passings. He is survived by all five children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Manual M. Magallanes

Manual M. Magallanes

August 04, 1931 - November 05, 2020

Manual M. Magallanes, 89, left us on November 5, 2020, with his family by his side in Topeka, Ks.

Manual was born on August 4, 1931 to Cruz and Maria del Socorro Magallanes.  He spent most of his life in Emporia, Ks. where he met Dora at a local church.  They were married for 39 years. He retired as a meat slaughter at IBP/Tyson in Emporia, Ks.

Mr. Magallanes is survived by his wife, Dora Elia; 4 sons, Rual, Cruz (deceased), Roberto, and Solomon;  2 daughters and their spouses, William and Rosamaria Edwards, Corey and Rebecca Sparkman; and 6 grandchildren, Mikayla, Brannaugh, Aaedyn, Aria, Scarlett, and Katalina.

His interests included family, gardening, reading, watching baseball and boxing.  He devoted much of his time taking care of and being care for by his wife. He always loved to see his family especially his grandchildren. 

Manual was a devoted father, husband, brother, son, and friend. He loved to share his stories to anyone who would  listen. He will forever be in our hearts. The heavens gained
an angel and the dark nights gained a bright star.

Matthew 5:8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

Marilyn Sue Roberts

Marilyn Sue Roberts

June 12, 1947 - October 12, 2020

Marilyn Sue Atchison-Roberts, 73 of Burlingame, KS gained her angel wings on October 12, 2020 at her home. She was born June 12, 1947 in Osage City KS. The daughter of Charles E. Atchison and Ila Geraldine Mundy-Atchison. She grew up in the Burlingame community and attended Burlingame schools. Furthered her education into the nursing field for over 30 years. Starting her career at the opening of the Burlingame Nursing Home in 1972, onto Rolling Hills and ending her career at Lexington Park Assisted Living. She Married Kenneth Eugene Roberts on June 10, 1966 in Scranton, KS he survives. Other survivers include, four children two sons, Glen(Belinda) Roberts and David Roberts both of Topeka, KS, and two daughters, Lori Roberts of Topeka, KS and Sherry(Brian) Hall of Berryton, KS, 13 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, a sister Sherry(Bill) Roberts of Osage City, 2 brothers Tug(Darlene) Atchison Jr and Dean Atchison both of Burlingame, KS, and numerous neices and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, a grandson Jaycob Mulanax, and two Brothers Timmy Atchison and Jeff Atchison. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday November 14, 2020 at 11:00am at the Federated Church in Burlingame, KS internment will be held at a later date. Cards and flowers may be sent to 431 W Seward Ave Burlingame, KS 66413 or to the church the day of service.

Daniel Wade Vertner

Daniel Wade Vertner

December 17, 1964 - November 02, 2020

Daniel Wade Vertner died November 2, 2020 at a Topeka hospital. Dan was born December 17, 1964 in Salina Kansas, son of Ralph and Norma Vertner. He is survived by his sister Susan Ashburn of Lawrence, Pam Purdum of Emporia, nephew Nick Ashburn of Philadelphia, great nephew Benjamin Ashburn-Kellerman of Philadelphia and his beloved dog Baby.

Dan graduated Emporia High School. Dan knew no stranger. He loved talking to people and was loved by all who knew him. Dan had many hurdles in life from a life altering accident when he was a child. Dan was always positive and never complained. He was an avid sports fanatic. He loved his Jayhawks, Royals and Chiefs.

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