Obits
Tammy Lucile Larson, 51, Topeka, died Monday, May 25, 2026, at her home in Topeka.
She was born Jan. 10, 1975, in Jetmore, the daughter of Howard Algert and Cheryl Ann Zirger Larson. She graduated from Holton High School in 1993.
Ms. Larson was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Holton....
Myron Melvin Emmons Sr., 87, Horton, died Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at his home.
He was born July 13, 1938, in Pasco, Wash., the son of Clifford and Freda Annadora Brockman Emmons. He graduated from high school in DeRidder, La.
Mr. Emmons spent 67 years as an over-the-road truck driver, retiring at...
Pat Hainline, 77, of Hoyt, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026, at Rossville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center.
She was born Nov. 2, 1948 in Topeka, the daughter of Robert and Geneva Strickland Thompson. She graduated from Topeka West High School.
Pat worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse at Merry...
Dolly Ann “Pash-Ko” Pahmahmie Richard, 71, Mayetta, died Thursday, May 14, 2026, at Stormont-Vail Regional Medical Center in Topeka.
She was born Jan. 11, 1955 in Holton, the daughter of Richard Sr. and Josie Wamego Pahmahmie. She graduated from Riverside High School in Oklahoma.
Mrs. Richard...
Wade Lucas Wilson passed away unexpectedly on April 30, 2026, leaving behind family and friends who will miss him very much.
Wade was born Dec. 24, 1988, in Belleville. He proudly served six years in the Kansas National Guard, a time in his life that reflected his willingness to serve and be part...
They say the best things come in small packages, and Willora “Jane” Lacey was the living proof. Jane was a tiny lady with a personality that could fill the entire state of Kansas.
On May 11, 2026, Jane completed her journey in Holton, the same town where her story began on Aug. 9, 1935. While she...
Orville Joseph Hutfles, 88, of Holton, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026, at Stormont-Vail Regional Medical Center in Topeka, surrounded by his family.
He was born June 29, 1937, at Kelly, the son of Harry and Agnes Huerter Hutfles. He graduated from Kelly High School in 1955 and served in the U.S....
Karen Sue Bontrager, 86, formerly of Holton, passed away Thursday, May 7, 2026, at home in Valley Center.
Karen was born Oct. 13, 1939, in Topeka to Allan and Mabel (Smith) Pollock. Karen grew up in Holton and graduated from Holton High School in 1957.
On Oct. 20, 1957, Karen married Jerry...
Matthew Wayne Howell, 54, of Horton, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 16, 2026, surrounded by family.
Matt was born Nov. 3, 1971, to Doyle W. and Julia A. Howell in Lexington, Neb. He spent his life living in various parts of Nebraska and Kansas, settling in Horton to be close to his...
Fredrick L. “Fred” Zeller, 86, Holton, died Saturday, May 9, 2026, at Stormont-Vail Regional Medical Center in Topeka.
He was born May 14, 1939, in Valley Falls, the son of Charles Pete and Mae E. Coleman Zeller. He graduated from Denison High School in 1957.
Mr. Zeller worked for Goodyear Tire...
