Obits
Ethen Jack O’Connor, 22, Holton, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026.
He was born Oct. 1, 2004, in Topeka, the son of David Allen and Kimberly Jean Granere O’Connor. He graduated from Holton High School in 2023.
Mr. O’Connor worked for Walmart in online purchasing and delivery. He also worked at...
John Paul Holt, 91, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.
He was born March 7, 1935, in Circleville, the son of Paul and Blanche (Sheley) Holt. He attended Hoyt High School for three years and graduated from Highland Park High School. Following high school, he attended Kaw Area Vo-Tech...
Tambra Michella “Tammy” Martin, 67, Holton, died on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026 at The Pines in Holton. She was born Oct. 24, 1959, in Topeka, to Ralph Jerome Martin Jr. and Katherine May “Kitty” (Corwin) Holmes.
Ms. Martin worked for many years in Topeka for Gas Service Co., then later for Personalized...
Carol Jean Searles, 77, of Denison, passed away Monday, Oct. 26, 2026 at her home with family by her side. She was born April 12, 1949 in Winchester, the daughter of Ernest F. and Patricia F. (Pickett) Wichman.
She attended Holton High School. Carol worked many years at Oldham Sausage Plant. In...
Curtis L. Wenger, 74, Powhattan, died on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026.
He was born on April 16, 1952 to Virgil and Florene Wenger. He attended and graduated from Powhattan Grade School and Powhattan High School.
Mr. Wenger was a lifelong farmer alongside his father and grandfather.
He was preceded in...
Christina Renee Schlodder, 47, of Holton, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 with family by her side, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and a special place in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. She was born Jan. 20, 1979 in Topeka, the daughter of Timothy Jon and Nancy Diane (Cobb)...
Darrell Landon Chandley, 83, Holton, died Friday, Oct. 23, 2026 at Anew Healthcare in Holton. He was born Sept. 4, 1943 in Topeka, the son of Mark Henry and Leona May (Carter) Chandley.
Mr. Chandley graduated from Topeka High School in 1962. He lived in California for more than 26 years, working as...
Ian J. Lee, 28, of Topeka, passed away on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.
He was born Oct. 2, 1998, in Topeka, the son of Jerit Lee and Joy Duncan. Ian attended Seaman schools. During high school he played bass guitar in the band. Ian also ran cross country and was on the track team. He was a great student...
It is with great sadness that we announce J. Todd Hall, 66, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026, in Omaha, Neb.
He was born May 8, 1960, in Topeka, to Donald L. and M. Darlene Hall. He graduated from Topeka High School and attended The University of Kansas prior to starting his career...
Linda Eddy Bahret, 84, of Topeka, passed away Friday, Oct. 16, 2026.
She was born Sept. 27, 1942, in Havensville, the daughter of Roscoe and Pearl (Eddy) Bahret. She grew up in Havensville and graduated from Onaga High School in 1961.
Linda moved to Topeka after high school and married Robert O....
