Paula Renae Frost

Paula Renae Frost

JUNE 02, 1958 - AUGUST 14, 2024

 

Paula Renae Frost, born on June 2, 1958, passed away on August 14, 2024. Paula faced many challenges in her life, but she knew Jesus as her Savior.

Paula was preceded in death by her father, Jerry Frost, and is survived by her mother, Marilyn Frost. She is also survived by her three sisters, Susan (David), Michelle (Ron), and Vicky (Tom), along with numerous nieces and nephews who cherish her deeply.

Paula had one daughter, Melissa, whom she lovingly gave up for adoption. Paula's parents adopted Melissa and maintained an open adoption. Paula's legacy continues through her birth daughter and her four grandchildren.

Despite the hardships she faced, Paula died knowing she was loved by her family and Jesus. She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

 Sharon (Shay) K. Kill

 Sharon (Shay) K. Kill

 OCTOBER 24, 1957 - AUGUST 10, 2024

 

Sharon (Shay) K. Kill

 

Sharon (Shay) K. Kill, a passionate motorcyclist and talented vocalist, passed away peacefully on August 10th 2024 at the age of 66. Born on October 24th 1957, Sharon lived a life full of adventure, love, and music that touched the hearts of many.

 

From her high school days, Sharon had a deep love for motorcycles, quickly purchasing her first bike and riding for almost 50 years. Her adventurous spirit and zest for life were evident in every journey she took on two wheels, forming friendships and creating unforgettable memories along the way.

 

Sharon was also known for her extraordinary singing talent. Throughout her life, she lent her voice to many weddings and funerals across the state, providing comfort and joy through her heartfelt performances. A beloved figure in the Topeka community, she earned the affectionate title of "Karaoke Queen," captivating audiences with her powerful voice and charisma. Notably, her talent led her to audition for “The Voice,” where she impressively made it into the top 80 out of hundreds of contestants—a testament to her dedication and skill.

 

Above all, Sharon cherished her friends and family. She was always ready to lend a helping hand and offer support to those she loved. Her generosity and compassion were hallmarks of her character, and she left behind a legacy of love that will continue to inspire those who knew her.

 

Sharon is survived by her Wife, Kathy; Children, Eric and Tiffany Underwood of Jackson, Mississippi, Sarah and Nick Bunker of Southern Illinois, Zachary Underwood and Sarah Heck of Topeka, Kansas; Sisters, Carol Hallowell of Emporia, Kansas, and Sandy Rumford of Moline, Kansas, Nephews Darrell Hallowell of Basehor, Kansas, David Hallowell of Council Bluffs, Iowa, and Connie Falley of Sherman, Texas; and her beloved grandchildren Star, Emma, Scarlett, Kayden, Haley, Kimberly, Sarena, and Michael, who will forever hold her memory close to their hearts.

 

Sharon is preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Helen Kill; her brother, Bob Kill; her brother-in-law, Joe Hallowell; and her granddaughter, Skyler Rain Bunker.

 

Sharon's vibrant spirit, laughter, and music will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

John Wayne Rutherford

John Wayne Rutherford

JANUARY 19, 1948 - AUGUST 4, 2024

 

John Wayne Rutherford 76, passed away at his home in Topeka Kansas on August 4th 2024 after a long battle with illnesses.

John was born on January 19 1948, to Oadis Burrell (O B.) and Wilma Arlene (Rene)Rutherford in Garden City Kansas.  He was one of five children Tom, John, Jack, Margie, and Sarah. 

After graduating from Tribune high School John joined the Army, he also met the love of his life Barbara Marley. Together they had for children Tammy, Trudy Trent, and Teresa. John and Barbara were later divorced.

John loved animals and even went to Colby community college to veterinary school. He also loved being a cowboy, ranch hand.  He loved horses, tending cattle, and feed lots.  Later in life John became interested in mechanics and had his own repair shop

Anyone that knew John knows his love for his dog's. Even the neighbor dogs would grace his door steps for some treats and pets.  John is proceeded in death by his beloved Millie, and Maverick is staying within his stomping grounds

John is proceeded in death by his parents Oadis Burrell  (O B.) and Wilma Arlene (Rene), along with his brother Tom. A brother in law Don.  John is survived by his brother Jack (Vicki) Rutherford, Margie ( Rusty) Littlejohn,  Sarah (Donald) Dunn (Jayme Riley), John is also survived by his children Tammy( James) George, Trudy Lewis, Trent (Laurie) Rutherford, and Teresa (Steve) Meier. 

John is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Autumn  (Kolbie Amptmeyer), Austin George, Joseph and Sierra Becerra, Josh and Shawna Evans, Robert and Alex Lewis.  Trever Rutherford, Wyatt and Mary, Wade, (Aubrey Naasz), Will Rutherford, Alex, Shelby, Jon, Allison Meier. John is also survived by 8 great grandkids. John is also survived by several cousins, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers donations can be sent to the funeral home (Angels Above, or the humane society where John had found his companions.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Susan J. Babb

Susan J. Babb

AUGUST 1, 1963 - AUGUST 9, 2024

 

Susan J. Babb ,61, of Topeka, KS passed away August 9th 2024 at Midland Care Connection’s Hospice House.

She was born August 1, 1963 to Faryl B. and Ella J. Babb.

Susan grew up in Topeka, KS and graduated from Highland Park high school in 1981. After graduation, Susan worked as a homemaker. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest gift and she loved them immensely. She was Catholic and found great comfort in her spirituality. She loved camping, swimming and traveling. She also loved county road driving, country music, and the outdoors. A beer at the lake surrounded by her kids and grandkids was an idea of a perfect day for her. She loved playing board games, crossword puzzles and puzzles with her children and grandchildren. She was known for her feisty spirit and carried that to the end.

Susan was preceded in death by an infant brother, Faryl Babb Jr. and survived by her daughters, Melissa Attebery (Travis Butchee), Sarah Nelson (Joel Tindall) and Elizabeth (Zach) Emami. A sister, Sheryl (Don) Hanshaw, brothers Steven Babb, Galen (Dina) Babb and Kevin Babb. Grandchildren, Thomas Babb, Lydia Babb, Jonathon Nelson, Frederick Nelson, Noah Attebery, Natalie Nelson, Lexie Attebery, Jackson Tindall, Bentley Butchee, Victoria Emami, Tiffany Butchee and Jameson Tindall. And, many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Faryl B. and Ella J. Babb.

Celebration of life will be held August 23rd, 2024 at the Goodyear Shelter House 2501 NW Old Indianola Rd, Topeka, KS 66618.

Candace Ruth Kitselman

Candace Ruth Kitselman

SEPTEMBER 27, 1953 - AUGUST 11, 2024
 
 
Candace Ruth Kitselman, 70, of Emporia, KS, passed away on August 11, 2024 at Midland hospice house, Topeka, KS with her best friend of 46yrs, Janet Lea and devoted granddaughter, Samantha Grace.
 
Candace was born on September 27, 1953 as " Baby Girl Kepley" in Greely CO. On October 30th she was delivered via the Santa Fe train to her loving family: Joseph and Florence Carrier and big brother Christopher Carrier. They named her Candace Ruth Carrier.   
 
After Candace graduated from Shawnee Mission West in 1971, she went on to various colleges till she married David Kitselman on August 20, 1972 in Kansas City, KS. They immediately moved to WA state and were married till 1989. Candace and David's marriage produced 3 children, Heather Joelle, David Kurtis Jr and Jared Damon Kitselman.
1989 Candace moved her kids and loyal dog "Kapu" to Dodge City, Ks so she could attend St Mary's College and be close to her Mother while raising 3 teenagers. She worked full-time at Bank of the Southwest while attending college full time as well. When she wasn't doing College courses, she worked a second job during those years, one such place was working Wendy's, with her 3 teenagers together. The college closed unexpectedly in 1992, so she had to finish college elsewhere. 
 
In 1995 she moved with her youngest son Jared to Madison, KS. Soon after she started working at Emporia State University in the SLIM program. While she worked there she completed her Accounting Degree, attending classes with ALL 3 of her children. Mother and daughter actually walked in the graduation ceremony together in December 2001.
 
Candace made it a point to be present at every natural grandbabies birth and openly accepted and loved ALL additional grandchildren. 
 
2008... Candace was able to get a copy of her original Birth Certificate from CO and found her biological family in IA. She was blessed with four full blood siblings James, Nancy, Tom & Joe Lauer. The love of 12 blood Aunts and Uncles, lots of nieces, nephews and cousins on the Kepley and Lauer sides was heart warming and amazing to her.  
 
In 2018, Candace retired from ESU, Slim program. Candace's time she spent going to her various grandkids sports events, plays, choir, birthday parties, taking them shopping, mini family vacations, or just being by herself at home talking to her best friend.
 
Candace was preceeded in death by the family that raised her: Joseph & Florence Carrier, parents, Christopher Carrier, brother. Her biological family: Norman and Carolyn (Kepley) Lauer. Sister: Nancy Schroeder, Brothers: Tom & Joe Lauer.
 
She is survived by her Favorite daughter  
Heather Joelle (Darren) Schuh. Her Favorite sons, David Kurtis Jr (Jonnie) and Jared Damon (Jill) Kitselman. Grandbabies: Alexa Dorcas, Samantha Conger, Miles, Taye, Jorjia, Jewelia, Jerika & Jemma Kitselman, Taylor & Jaedyn Segrist.
Great grandbaby: Krew Weathers
Brother James (Ann) Lauer, brother-in-law Kevin Schroeder of IA. Sister-in-law's Angie Lauer of TX & Sandra Carrier of LA. 
27 Nieces & Nephews plus the "Outlaw" family and vast friends over her lifetime. 
 
Services will be held at 1707 W 6th St Lyndon KS on August 17, 2024 at 1-4 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Midland Hospice House, Topeka, KS. 
 
Glenn Franklin Bowman

Glenn Franklin Bowman

Glenn Franklin Bowman
October 4, 1949-April 28, 2024

Glenn Franklin Bowman was born to Gilbert and Norma Bowman in Abilene, Kansas on October
4, 1949. He passed from this life on April 28, 2024, in the presence of family. As a teenager,
Glenn enjoyed fishing, cars, spending time with family out on the farm, and working with his
father. He graduated Solomon High School 1967 and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corp. After his
stent in the Marines, he lived in California, Washington State, Colorado, North Dakota, and
eventually moved back to Kansas.


He married Tammy Idler in Sterling, Colorado on December 20, 1980. He worked in
manufacturing and was a Seed Analyst in Colorado and North Dakota, respectively. While there,
he greatly enjoyed fishing and making his own fly-lures. He deeply loved his family, being very
protective of them, including furry family members Bubba the chihuahua and Snickers the cat.
He enjoyed reading western novels and nature shows on television, tending to the lawn,
working on mowers and bikes, and sharpening mower blades for others in the neighborhood.


Survivors include his wife Tammy, daughters Brandy Glensky of California, Stacey (Scott)
Hardwick of Ankeny, Iowa, Amanda (John) Blessing of Wamego, and son Ryan Bowman
(Stephanie) of Fargo, ND, sister Joyce Miles of Junction City, brothers Dennis Bowman of
Lindsborg, KS, Karl Stultz of Marysville, KS, Walt Stultz of Abilene, and three grandchildren,
Elizabeth, Emily, and Gia. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather Murl, and sister
LaDonna Bunkers.


The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice for the loving care they provided for Glenn and
the family in their time of need. A memorial service is being planned and will be announced at a
later time.

Sherry Y. Roberts

Sherry Y. Roberts

MAY 27, 1949 - AUGUST 10, 2024

 

Sherry Y. Roberts


Osage City-Sherry Yvonne Atchison-Roberts gained her wings on August
10, 2024 with her family by her side..


She was born in Burlingame KS on May 27, 1949 the daughter of Charles
“Elmer” Atchison Sr. and Ila Geraldine Mundy-Atchison. She grew up in the
Burlingame community and attended Burlingame Schools.


She will forever be remembered for her big and loving heart.


She married William “Bill” Roberts, Sr on March 7, 1966.


He survives of the home. Other survivors include four sons, William “Billy”
(Tammy K) Roberts, Jr. of Osage City; Raymond (Tammy L) Roberts of
Topeka; Warren Roberts of Scranton and Tim Roberts; one daughter Brina
Roberts of Osage City; 21 Grandchildren and 27 Great Grandchildren. One
brother Jerry “Dean” Atchison of Burlingame and one brother-in-law and 2
sisters-in-law. Along with numerous nieces and nephews.


She was preceded in death by her parents, an infant daughter IlaDeanna
Sue Roberts; two sisters-Patti Mansur and Marilyn Roberts; Three brothers-
Charles “Tug” Atchison Jr, Tim Atchison and Jeffery Atchison; two daughter-
in-law’s-Michol Roberts and Cristal Roberts; one niece and four nephews’.


She was cremated and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Rev. Juan Antonio Marichalar Salinas

Rev. Juan Antonio Marichalar Salinas

Rev. Juan Antonio Marichalar Salinas


Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 9:38 pm passed quietly with his daughter Raquel Pagan by
his side in her home in Salina, Kansas.


He was born Wednesday, December 20, 1939, in General Bravo, Nuevo León, Mexico


He was 84 years, 7 months & 17 days old at the time of his passing.


He was proceeded in death by his parents Matilde Salinas, Maria Marichalar Rodriguez
& his step-Father, Santos Rodriguez, his younger brother, his wife Maria Luisa Trejo, his
oldest child Isabel Christine Salinas-Dixon, his third child Roel Salinas, and his sixth
child Marcos Edwardo Salinas and several grandchildren.


He attended the First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock Arkansas under Bishop
Joel Holmes and Pastor J. Nathan Holmes II for 21 years.


Antonio put in 38 years working for Caterpillar, INC.
He was a Pentecostal preacher for 40 years.


He leaves behind 2 siblings, Argelia Ramirez & Santos Rodrigues Jr, 7 children, Juan
Antonio Salinas Jr., Belinda Salinas, Rose Highsmith, Luis Carlos Salinas, Destiny
Welsh, Raquel Pagan & Jennifer Marie Slayter, grandchildren, great-Grandchildren &
great-great-Grandchildren.


His memorial service will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 11:00 AM at


The First Pentecostal Church of North Little Rock
1401 Calvary Road
North Little Rock, Arkansas 72116


All flower arrangements and love offerings can be made to his church.

Stephen D. Cook (1954-2024)

Stephen D. Cook (1954-2024)

JUNE 25, 1954 - JULY 27, 2024

 

Stephen D. Cook, age 70, of Topeka, KS, died peacefully and quickly of cancer on July 27, 2024. 

 

He was born in Lyon’s, Kansas on June 25,1954 to Donald and Phyllis Cook. In 1956, the family celebrated the addition of Stephen’s younger brother, Terry Cook. Stephen graduated from Highland Park High School in 1972 and attended university at Washburn University, where he met his future wife, Martha. He graduated from Washburn in 1977. Taking after his father, he joined the military, starting in the Navy and ultimately retiring from the Air Force in (2001). 

 

Stephen was preceded in death by his mother, Phyllis Corbett. He was survived by his father, Donald Cook, but Donald Cook joined him in death three days after. He is survived by his brother, Terry Cook, his wife, Martha Cook, and daughter, Katelyn Cook. 

 

The service will be a celebration of life event at Topeka Bible Church, where he had many dear friends, date soon to be determined. He was cremated at Angels Above, Topeka, KS, and his ashes will be buried at Maple Hill Cemetery.

Wilbur “Bill” Dean Dugan

Wilbur “Bill” Dean Dugan

DECEMBER 13, 1939 - AUGUST 4, 2024

 

Wilbur “Bill” Dean Dugan 84 of Holton, KS passed away on August 4, 2024, at Anew
Healthcare, Holton, KS. He was born on December 13, 1939, at home in Circleville, KS the son
of John T Dugan, Sr and Lezetta May (Schultz) Dugan.


Bill graduated from Circleville High School in 1958. He worked for the City of Holton as a meter
reader and power plant operator. Bill then started Bills Electric in the mid-70s and retired in
2003. Bill retired from the Kansas Army National Guard in 1997. After retirement he worked at
the Holton Walmart. Bill enjoyed several trips to Alaska, spending time with family and friends,
and helping others.


Bill married Margie Lavonn Rosdahl on April 8 th , 1961 in Axtell, KS, they were later divorced.
He married Lois J Bruton on Dec 13, 1985 she preceded him in death.


He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers John T Dugan Jr., Richard E Dugan, and
Charles E Dugan.


He is survived by his 3 children Timothy D (Julie), Holton, Todd D, Denver, CO, Travis D
(Libbey), Monument, CO, 5 grandchildren Tiffany, Tavin, Amber, Tori, and Ty Dugan, and 2
great-grandchildren Talhia and Torin Dugan his 2 surviving siblings Robert R Dugan (Sandy)
Lumberton, TX, and Ethel M. Caulk (Tracy) Rockingham, NC.


Graveside services will be held at a later date, along with military honors at the Hoyt Cemetery.

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