Obituaries

David Patrick Eddy

David Patrick Eddy

Oct 30, 2024

David Patrick Eddy, 83, of St. Marys, died on Thursday, October 30, 2024 at Stormont-Vail Hospital in Topeka. 

Services are pending and a full obituary will be published at a later date. 

Gloria Jean Sumner

Gloria Jean Sumner

Oct 26, 2024

Gloria J. Sumner, a beloved Mother, wife, sister, and friend passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at her home in Willard, KS at the age of 71.

She graduated from Seaman High School and Washburn University. She worked at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of KS for 25 years along with 17 years at USD 321.

Gloria was the daughter of...

Donna K. Brockish (Gideon)

Donna K. Brockish (Gideon)

Oct 23, 2024

Donna Kathleen Brockish passed away peacefully at Stormont Vail hospital at 8:05 PM on Oct. 24. She had been on life support for several days after sustaining critical internal injuries.

Donna was a pillar of the local community for 81 years, living her entire life in the St. Mary’s area. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School in 1961. After high...

Sarah B. Rice

Sarah B. Rice

Oct 18, 2024

Sarah B. Rice succumbed to natural causes on October 18, 2024 at her home in St Marys Kansas at the age of 101.

Sarah Winter Buckner Rice was born June 9, 1923 at Elon College, North Carolina to Ernest Clayton Buckner and Mary Hughes Buckner. She attended Elon College (now Elon University) and married William H. Rice of Buffalo, Kansas on...

Debra Lynn Langley

Debra Lynn Langley

Oct 15, 2024

It is with solemn hearts that we announce the passing of Debra Lynn (Terry) Langley, age 66, who left us peacefully on October 15, 2024.

Debbie was born on October 31, 1957, to Steve and Katherine Terry in Topeka, KS. The family relocated to Hoyt, KS, in 1971, where she graduated from Royal Valley High School, Class of 1975. Over the...

Phyllis Joan Ecklund

Phyllis Joan Ecklund

Oct 11, 2024

Phyllis Joan Massey was born in Manhattan, KS on August 23rd, 1947. She was the daughter of Charles “Charlie” Santford Massey and Ethel May (McCurdy) Massey. Phyllis transitioned from the physical world on Friday, October 11th, 2024, after a brave fight against cancer. She was 77 years old.

Growing up in Eskridge, KS, Phyllis developed an interest in music that continued...

Richard E. Quenneville

Richard E. Quenneville

Oct 10, 2024

Richard Edmond François Joseph Quenneville, beloved husband of Sylvia and father of Philomena, passed away on October 10, 2024 at Stormont Vail Hospital. Born on August 16, 1949, in Detroit, Michigan, Richard lived a life dedicated to his faith and family.

Richard was a baptized Catholic who grew up in California. After attending St. Jospeh's Highschool in Alameda, he pursued a...

Jennifer Lee Darting

Jennifer Lee Darting

Sep 15, 2024

Jennifer Lee Darting, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on September 15, 2024, in Rossville, Kansas, at the age of 55. Born on March 19, 1969, in Topeka, Jennifer was a vibrant presence in the lives of those who knew her.

Jennifer's career as a cook in the school kitchen was deeply intertwined with her passion for nurturing...

Donald Joseph Sack

Donald Joseph Sack

Sep 6, 2024

Donald Joseph Sack, 73, of St. Marys, Kansas, passed away on Friday, September 6, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka, surrounded by his loved ones. Born on September 22, 1950, he devoted 54 years to his wife, Marlene, with whom he built a close-knit family.

Don was an extraordinary man — kind, generous, and gentle. He was a Jack of...

Walter Hewitt Dickerson

Walter Hewitt Dickerson

Aug 29, 2024

Walter Hewitt Dickerson, 22 years old, of Spartanburg, SC, peacefully departed this life with his parents by his side on August 29th, 2024. He is the son of Dr. John Graham and Heather McGee Dickerson and was born June 26th, 2002 in Fairfax, Virginia.

Hewitt was a funny, inquisitive, and adventurous child who wanted to be outside all the time. He...

David Charles Figge

David Charles Figge

Aug 26, 2024

David Figge, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, departed this world on August 26, 2024 at his home, leaving behind a legacy knitted into the very fabric of his family and community. Born on January 10, 1954, in Onaga, Kansas, David embraced life with a warmth that filled every room he entered. His captivating smile and infectious humor resonated...

Sheri Lynn Bryant

Sheri Lynn Bryant

Aug 25, 2024

Sheri Bryant, born on September 11, 1955, in Curtis, Nebraska, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024, in St. Marys, Kansas. She was a remarkable individual whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many.

With a successful career in the hospitality and sales industries, Sheri found her last position as a card dealer at a local casino, where her charisma and...

Donald Gene Pelfrey

Donald Gene Pelfrey

Aug 14, 2024

With deep respect and heartfelt remembrance, we announce the passing of Donald "Gene" Pelfrey, who left us on August 14, 2024, at the age of 92. Born on June 20, 1932, in Rossville, Kansas, to Everett and Ora Pelfrey, Gene was known for his strong moral character and unwavering work ethic.Gene was married to his beloved wife, Ila "Bernie" Pruessner...

William "Bill" A. Glotzbach

William "Bill" A. Glotzbach

Aug 6, 2024

William “Bill” August Glotzbach, 87, Paxico, Kansas, passed away Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. Bill was born March 8, 1937, on the family farm near Paxico, the son of Vincent M. & Juanita A. (Stitz) Glotzbach. He later raised his own family on the same farm where he was born. 

On June 14, 1958, Bill and...

Mary Ellen Fangman

Mary Ellen Fangman

Jul 29, 2024

Mary Ellen Fangman, 84, passed away on July 29, 2024. She was born to Leo and Teresa Skoch Reicherter near Lillis, Kansas on January 24, 1940. 

The family moved to Seneca four years later. She and Richard G. Fangman were married February 5, 1958. They lived on a farm near Centralia for six years before moving to Silver Lake in 1964.

Mary...

Donald "Don" David Miller

Donald "Don" David Miller

Jul 25, 2024

Donald David “Don” Miller, age 85 of Rossville, passed away on July 25, 2024. He was born on December 30, 1938 in Topeka, KS, the son of John C and Violet Miller. Don attended Willard Grade School and graduated from Rossville High School in 1956. After spending one year at K-State, he was called to join his father to run...

James P. Stadler

James P. Stadler

Jul 22, 2024

James Parr Stadler (Jim) of Silver Lake, Kansas went to be with his Lord on Monday, July 22, 2024. Jim was born February 15, 1943, in Bremerton, Washington, the son of George and Thora Stadler. He spent his adolescent days on a farm 3 miles SW of Rossville attending both grade school and high school in Rossville. Upon graduation from...

Viola Remington

Viola Remington

Jul 17, 2024

Viola D. Remington, 91, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at Stormont Vail Hospital in Topeka.

Born on January 31, 1933, at home near Overbrook, she was the daughter of Charles and Ruth Fishburn Ingle. Viola graduated from Overbrook Rural High School and Stormont Vail School of Nursing, where she was recognized as the "Best Bedside Nurse" by the Nursing...

Oscar J. Gideon

Oscar J. Gideon

Jul 15, 2024

Oscar J. Gideon, 73, of Emmett, died on Monday, July 15 at his home. 

Oscar was born on August 14, 1950, in rural Emmett, KS to Oscar Dean and Doris E. (Johnston) Gideon.

Oscar was awarded 1st place in the Western US 4H Tractor Operator’s Contest in Laramie, WY and he grew up and farmed in the Emmett community. In 1974, he...

George Lynn Bell

George Lynn Bell

Jul 14, 2024

George Lynn Bell, known for his hard work ethic, kind heart, and selfless nature, passed away on July 14, 2024, at Midland Hospice. Born on August 30, 1952, in Holton, KS, George’s legacy spans his successful career as an electrician and the proud owner of Bell Electric.

George's love for nature was evident throughout his life. He cherished moments spent fishing...

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