Esther Marie Pugh
Dec 19, 2024
Esther Marie Pugh, a cherished member of the Rossville community, passed away at the age of 94 in the comfort of her home on December 19, 2024. Born on February 23, 1930, in Wakeeney, Kansas, she was the daughter of George and Elizabeth Boxberger and was known for her friendship and kindness throughout her life.
Esther graduated from Wakeeney High School...
Peggy Jane Lenherr
Dec 17, 2024
Peggy J. Lenherr, 85, passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her.
A rosary will be recited at 5:00 pm on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025 at Piper Funeral Home, 714 Maple St. in St. Marys followed by a visitation until 7:00 PM. A funeral mass will be offered at 10:00 AM, Friday...
Maria G. Worgull
Dec 11, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Maria G. Worgull, 88, of St. Marys, KS. Maria was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother, and cherished matriarch who passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, surrounded by her family. Maria was born on May 20, 1936, in Juarez, Mexico, to Jesus...
David John Foster
Dec 9, 2024
David John Foster, 80, of Rossville, Kansas, died on Monday, December 9th, 2024 at Midland Hospice House in Topeka surrounded by his family.
David was born July 2nd, 1944, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of Joseph F. and M. Ellen Dale Foster. During David's youth he grew up on a farm south of Topeka. He attended Washburn Rural High School his...
Martina Edna Hiegert
Dec 2, 2024
Martina Edna Hiegert, 88, of Paxico, Kansas passed away December 2, 2024, at Midland Hospice in Topeka. Martina was born June 4, 1936 at Vera, Kansas, the youngest child of G. Thomas and Goldie (Davis) Deiter.
She attended grade school at Newbury and graduated from Paxico Rural High School in 1954. On June 4, 1955, she married Paul Hiegert at Sacred...
Janet Delores Fank
Nov 26, 2024
Janet Delores (Goethke) Fank, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and nurse, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.Born in September 1953 to Wallace and Delores Goethke, Jan spent her childhood on a Minnesota dairy farm with her five siblings. After completing high school and nursing school, she married Joe Fank in October 1974.Jan dedicated her...
Kelly Eugene Cowan
Nov 25, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Kelly Cowan, age 58, on November 25, 2024, at his home in Topeka, Kansas. Kelly Eugene Cowan was born on May 11, 1966 in Topeka, Kansas, to Ron and Mary (Besta) Cowan.
Kelly was raised in Rossville, graduated from Rossville High School, attended Emporia State University and worked for Custom...
Martha Jane Rezac
Nov 18, 2024
Martha Jane Rezac (Wood), born on October 13, 1934, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away on November 18, 2024, in Rossville, Kansas. A daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Martha leaves behind a legacy of love and dedication to her family.
Martha graduated from Rossville High School and began her career working at Bell Telephone in Topeka.
Martha was married to Ernest Rezac...
Gerald Gene Bingham
Nov 14, 2024
Gerald "Jerry" Gene Bingham was born in Iola, Kansas on April 3, 1942. He peacefully passed on November 14, 2024, in Topeka, Kansas, surrounded by the love of his family and the spirit of the many he inspired throughout his life.
Jerry earned his undergraduate degree in Education from Emporia State University and a Masters of Administration from Washburn University. He...
Alice Marie Andrick
Nov 11, 2024
Alice Marie Andrick, born on January 15, 1963, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away surrounded by loved ones on November 11, 2024, in Topeka. Alice's journey through life was marked by her remarkable spirit, which touched the hearts of all who knew her.
Alice, a dedicated paraprofessional for USD 321, took great pride in working in several area nursing homes and providing...
Troy Lee Raine
Nov 7, 2024
Troy Lee Raine, a cherished member of our community and a beloved father and grandfather, passed away on November 7, 2024, at Midland Hospice in Topeka, Kansas. Born on July 16, 1963, in Topeka, Troy enjoyed a life filled with love, family, and deep friendships. He graduated from Rossville High School in 1981 and furthered his education at Highland Community...
David Patrick Eddy
Oct 30, 2024
David Patrick Eddy, of St. Mary’s, Kansas passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, after having received the sacraments of Holy Mother the Church surrounded by family members.
He was born on March 6, 1941, in Los Angeles, California to Roland and Mary Catherine (Pangborn) Eddy.
He graduated from St. Francis de Sales High School in Denver, Colorado in 1959. He joined...
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)
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
