Obituaries

John Thomas Dinneen

John Thomas Dinneen

Mar 17, 2025

John Thomas Dinneen, a devoted family man and respected professional, passed away on March 17, 2025, in St. Marys, Kansas, at the age of 100. Born on June 25, 1924, in Queens, New York, John lived a life marked by dedication and resilience. He proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II, embodying the spirit of his generation.

John...

Katie Linae Quillin

Katie Linae Quillin

Mar 15, 2025

Katie Linae Quillin, born on October 19, 1978, in Topeka, Kansas, passed away on March 15, 2025, also in Topeka. She was a cherished member of her community and a beloved family member, remembered for her spunky disposition, intelligence, and her wonderfully outgoing personality.

Katie graduated from Rossville High School in 1997 and went on to attend Allen Community College, where...

Mary Roselle (Howes) Basham

Mary Roselle (Howes) Basham

Mar 10, 2025

Mary Roselle (Howes) Basham, 63, died on Monday, March 10, 2025 in Topeka, KS. 

A memorial service for Mary is pending and will be held at a later date in St. Mary’s. A full obituary will be shortly.

Roy W. Reser

Roy W. Reser

Mar 9, 2025

Roy William Reser, aged 80, of St. Marys, Kansas, departed this world for greener pastures on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Stormont Vail Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on August 19, 1944, in St. Marys, Kansas, Roy was the cherished son of Ervin and Minnie Holz Reser.

Growing up on his family's farm in St. Marys, Roy cultivated a...

"Kate" Hewes

"Kate" Hewes

Mar 1, 2025

Alta Kay Hewes, lovingly known as Kate, Aunt Katie, Kay and Granny by those who cherished her, was born on January 10, 1942, in Eskridge, Kansas. She departed this life at her home in Keene, surrounded by her loving family, on March 1, 2025. Kate’s journey through life was marked by a big heart, unwavering love for her family, and...

Margaret Mary McGowan

Margaret Mary McGowan

Feb 24, 2025

Margaret M. McGowan, 65, passed away suddenly on Monday, February 24, 2025 at her home. She was born December 1, 1959 in Ann Arbor, MI; the daughter of Frances (Mournighan) McGowan of Florida and the late Francis McGowan (Fall River).

Margaret worked for the Hartford Insurance Co., for many years. She was a faithful communicant of St. Joseph Church in Winsted....

Tracy Homan-Overmyer

Tracy Homan-Overmyer

Feb 21, 2025

Tracy Lynn Homan-Overmyer, 63, passed away February 21, 2025, at Rossville Healthcare and Rehab, surrounded by her loving friends and family. 

Tracy was born April 18, 1961 in Topeka, KS. She was a longtime resident of her hometown St. Marys, a place she cherished with all her heart. Tracy didn’t know a stranger and made everyone she came across feel welcome....

Robert E. Tucker

Robert E. Tucker

Feb 14, 2025

With love and gratitude for a life well-lived, we share the passing of Robert Earl Tucker, who peacefully left this world on February 14, 2025, in Escondido, CA, just days shy of his 94th birthday.

Robert was born on February 19, 1931, in Spokane, WA, to Raymond and Leila Mae Tucker. As one of six children, he grew up surrounded by...

Clyde Joseph Aubert

Clyde Joseph Aubert

Feb 6, 2025

Clyde Joseph Aubert, 75, passed away February 6, 2025, with his loving family at his side.

Clyde was born November 27, 1949 in Wamego Kansas. He was the son of James and Henrietta (Hesse) Aubert and the oldest of their 13 children. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Charles.

Clyde married the love of his life Marlene (Akin)...

Linda Gale Bogue Schwed

Linda Gale Bogue Schwed

Feb 6, 2025

Linda Gale Bogue Schwed, recently age 76, of Saint Marys, Kansas, passed away peacefully in her sleep of natural causes on February 6, 2025 after having received the Sacrament of Last Rites the previous week.

Linda was born on January 20, 1949, to Linna Lou and Marion Wiley Bogue in Ottawa, Kansas. In 1971, Linda married Michael A. Schwed at Saint...

Leo Gerard Petit

Leo Gerard Petit

Feb 6, 2025

**PLEASE NOTE: THE REQUIEM MASS FOR LEO HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY (FEBRUARY 13, 2025) at 11:15 AM AT THE IMMACULATA.

VISITATION WILL BE WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON (FEBRUARY 12, 2025) FROM 2:00-4:00 PM AT PIPER FUNERAL HOME FOLLOWED BY A ROSARY AT 5:20 PM AT THE IMMACULATA**

Leo Petit passed to his Eternal Reward on February 6, 2025, after a short, but aggressive...

Adam Paul Foster

Adam Paul Foster

Feb 5, 2025

Adam Paul Foster, 51, of Rossville, Kansas, died in a tragic accident on Wednesday, February 5th, 2025 near Delia, KS.

Adam was born June 14th, 1973, in Topeka, Kansas, the son of David J. and Virginia Rezac Foster. Adam graduated from Rossville High School in 1991 and went on to Kansas State University to take Ag classes pertaining to farming and...

Mary Catherine Lekanoff

Mary Catherine Lekanoff

Feb 1, 2025

Mary C. Lekanoff, a beloved member of her community, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, at Midland Hospice House in Topeka, Kansas. She was born on June 13, 1947, in Wamego, Kansas, the daughter of Carl and Nellie Marstall. Mary graduated from St. Marys High School in 1965, embarking on a life filled with dedicated work and cherished family...

Virginia “Ginny” Marie Enockson

Virginia “Ginny” Marie Enockson

Jan 31, 2025

Virginia “Ginny” Marie (Bryan) Enockson, 45, of St. Marys, died in a tragic accident on Friday, January 31, 2025 in St. Marys. 

Virginia Bryan Enockson was born in 1979 in Texas, the twelfth child in a large family of fourteen. She was the beloved daughter of Paul and the late Virginia (Day) Bryan. Her early years were marked by a significant...

Cherry Lynné Mahan

Cherry Lynné Mahan

Jan 28, 2025

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Cherry (64) on Tuesday January 28th. She passed away at her home in Rossville from natural causes after a brief illness.  

Cherry was born in Paola, Kansas to Dale Paul and Louzetta Isabelle (Moore) Mahan, both deceased. Shortly after she was born, the family moved to Topeka and then to...

Richard D. Wallmeyer

Richard D. Wallmeyer

Jan 27, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard Dart Wallmeyer, who departed this life on January 27, 2025 at the age of 76. Born in 1948 in Richmond, Virginia, Richard led a life full of passion, dedication, and unwavering faith that touched everyone he met.

Growing up on a farm in Virginia, Richard developed an early love...

Naomi R. Manbeck

Naomi R. Manbeck

Jan 25, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Naomi R. Manbeck, age 94, of Rossville, Kansas, who departed this world on Jan. 25, 2025 while surrounded by loved ones.

Born on March 26, 1930 on a farm north of Waterville, Kansas to Nels and Delia Hanson, Naomi was the youngest in the family among six brothers. She was...

Patricia Ann Bixby

Patricia Ann Bixby

Jan 23, 2025

Patricia Ann Bixby, affectionately known for her sweet and kind spirit, was born on May 21, 1938, in Rossville, Kansas. She passed away peacefully on January 23, 2025, in St. Marys, Kansas, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, care, and love that touched all who knew her.

A proud graduate of Rossville High School in 1956, Patricia dedicated 37 years of...

Zoe Therese Allen

Zoe Therese Allen

Jan 21, 2025

Zoe Therese Allen was born on January 21, 2025 in Manhattan, Kansas and was welcomed into the arms of Jesus shortly after her Baptism. Zoe was diagnosed earlier in pregnancy with Trisomy 18, a rare genetic condition. While the outcome was uncertain, the family was prepared to cherish any time they might get with her, and were granted one beautiful...

Kathleen S. Sullivan

Kathleen S. Sullivan

Jan 19, 2025

Kathleen S. Sullivan, a beloved figure in the St. Marys community and a dedicated kindergarten teacher, passed away on January 19, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on October 12, 1931, in Chapman, Nebraska, Kathleen lived a life rich in service and devotion to her family and faith.

Kathleen graduated high school and later attended college, furthering her education and...

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